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By FRANKIEWEBB

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LOCAL visionary Wayne Bishop has plans for the Kimberley site. PHOTOS: FRANKIE WEBB

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AS new, a hydro therapy pool whichWayne Bishop wants to see used by localswho currently have to travel to PalmerstonNorth.

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KIMBERLEY Chapel is to be completelyrefurbished now that metres high foliagehas been removed letting the little buildingface the world for the first time in manyyears.

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WALKING in the past. A labyrinth ofcorridors, silent and dark, have abright future.

Bright newera forKimberley

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Bright newera forKimberley

Stripped of its name and some ofthe tired old buildings whichscar the 100 acre landscape, theKimberley Centre is to undergoa metamorphosis.

From the ashes will riseSpeldhurst Country Estate. Nota retirement village, but alifestyle village.

It is a matter of weeks sincenew owner Wayne Bishop tookcontrol and already there aresubtle changes.

Wayne is a visionary, he iscommunity minded and arealist. “I have a 25 year planbut I’m fully aware there’s redtape to cut if it is to happen.”

Parts of the old Centre, thecountry's last large

intellectually disabledinstitution, appear to be insuspended animation from thetime its closure was announcedin 2001.

“The community could have,should have had access to allthis, it shouldn’t be lying idlewhen there’s such a need for it,”Wayne said citing the hyrdropool complete with chair lift as

an example.“It could have provided

therapy to hundreds ofHorowhenua patients, I want toget it going and open it to thecommunity.”

He is eager to make thingshappen sooner rather thanlater.

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By joining AdviceFirst we are ableto offer enhanced financial adviceand services. This includes access tofinancial products from leadingproviders for investment and wealthmanagement, life insurance, generalinsurance, health insurance andhome loans.

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SCENE IN HOROWHENUA

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COLOURS of an autumn sky complement the outline of Mt Taranaki as seen by Jim Read at the Foxton Surf Lifesaving Club andcaptured on his Olympus PM-2. Mr Read used a 40-150mm lense to catch this artistic moment in time. A few moments later theclouds had rolled in and the scene was lost.

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Unrelenting negativityThe chair of Horowhenua Ratepayers

Association just cannot resist anyopportunity to insult, slur and malign the(Horowhenua) District Council. His latestletter about the passing of a rates remissionpolicy is a case in point.

“Things backfired on the HDC money-grab rezoning plan” he states. Untrue.There was NO money grab re zoning plan.Extra rates was never the intention behindzoning changes to the District Plan.

Council instituted the plan change togive guidance on where ideally certaintypes of housing growth could occur overthe next 20 years. The change was widelyconsulted on and certainly no councillorexpected any sudden windfall of extra rateswhen the use of land was unchanged. Wewere all surprised when Valuation NewZealand, independently of Council, hugely

increased the value of a comparativelysmall number of properties based on whatthey might be worth one day if sold forredevelopment. Property owners were thenupset at the prospect of substantial ratesincreases. Council managers andcouncillors realised immediately the basicunfairness of the situation and started aprocess of passing a new rates remissionpolicy. The intent is no land owner unfairlyimpacted upon by a revaluation due to re-zoning should pay more rates than wouldhave paid without rezoning. That is a fairand equitable solution to a situation not ofCouncil’s making, for which I am sure thesmall number of property owners aregrateful. They spoke, we listened, we didsomething about it. The problem of MrThomson’s unrelenting negativity with allits rudeness is that it turns people off.

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A photo album was among a donation of books handed into the Hospice shop lastweek and the hospice would like to return it to the owner.Staff have been unable to contact the owner and have asked the HorowhenuaChronicle to help locate the family that it belongs to.The album is full of irreplaceable family holiday photos.The photo album can be claimed at the Horowhenua Chronicle reception desk.

Scarves fly to tout ScoutsBy FRANKIEWEBB

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WHY is St Mary'sVenturer leaderChrisRawlingsonsporting a Scoutscarf working outof his MasseyUniversitylaboratory.

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THE same reasonKotuku Scoutsgroup manager isDr KeithChristensen, iswearing onepracticingveterinarymedicine out inthe field. It isnational ScoutScarf Day.

Scouts around New Zealandare wearing scarves to worktoday as part of theinaugural National ScoutScarf Day.

Over the next monthScouts will be encouragingfriends to come along andlearn about Scouting.

Girls and boys aged 6 - 26are welcome, and those over26 may be interested inbecoming leaders or helpers.

The programme willshowcase the Scoutsmovement which offers lifeexperiences such as caving,canoeing, mountaincraft,photography and a youthschool which teaches Scoutsto fly a plane. St MarysScouts meet at St MarysCchurch hall 3 ManchesterStreet, Levin.

Keas (School years 1— 3)meet on Wednesday 5.30 to6.30, Cubs (years 3 – 6)Tuesday 6.30pm to 8pm,Scouts (years 6 – 10)Wednesday 7 to 9pm andVenturers (years 10 – 13)meet Wednesday 7pm to9pm.

The group Manager isBrent [email protected]

The Levin Kotuku scoutGroup meets at their hall inPlayford Park, ParkerAvenue on Thursday from6.30 to 8.30. Levin Cubs meeton Wednesday 6-30 to 8 pm atthe same place.■ The Group manager is KeithChristensen who can becontacted by email:

Change atKimberley■ From Page 1A huge hall features a stage,changing facilities completewith showers, a commercialkitchen and more.

“This needs aesthetic work,it’s a sound building withenormous possibilities,” Waynesaid. “I can see the localperforming arts groups makinguse of it.”

Wayne, a builder byprofession, knows whichbuildings can be resurrected.

“Most of the air forcebuildings are beyond repair butI intend to recycle anything thatcan be,” he said.

There are a few staff housesremaining on the site. “I’mselling them for removal, thesmaller one for $3000, there’s asix bedroom one for $5000,” hesaid. “I want someone who couldnever have afforded a house toget them.”

A building sports new paintand a lack of overgrowth. It isemerging as a secure lock upfacility offering almost 100storage bays with truck access.

Before Christmas, all going toplan, two show homes shouldstand near the Centre’s mainentrance. “There were 1500people living here in it’sheyday,” Wayne said.

“The infrastructure needswork but essentially it’s there.”He sees three bedroomed homesin a gated community. “Somepeople would be overwhelmedby this project,” he admits. “I’mnot, I want to really makesomething for the entirecommunity.

“I want to leave a legacy,” hesaid.

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Accord’sfirst yearThe first anniversary of thesigning of the LakeHorowhenua Accord will becelebrated at a ceremony beingheld at Te Takere on Sunday.

At that time a 15 action planwill be presented that will becompleted over the next twoyears in efforts to restore theenvironmental health of thelake.

The Lake HorowhenuaAccord Action Plan willprovide detail on the eight keyissues impacting LakeHorowhenua, as well as theapproaches for its restoration.

It will also identify the rolesand responsibilities of the fivesignatory parties thatcommitted to the Accord inAugust 2013.

The five parties are, LakeHorowhenua Trust,Horowhenua Lake DomainBoard, Horowhenua DistrictCouncil, Horizons RegionalCouncil, and the Departmentof Conservation.

The Accord provides aformal structure for the fiveparties to work together toprovide leadership, halt thedegradation and put in placeremedial measures on LakeHorowhenua and the HokioStream.

The anniversarycommemoration will include adisplay. Which will remain inTe Takere for a week and willinclude the original Accordsigned by the five parties,taonga from Muaupoko, aswell as photos and otherimagery of the lake over thecentury.

TALK TO BOOST KITCHEN FUNDBy PETER FRANKLIN

A fundraising event at FoxtonBeach School will have big benefitsfor the local community in the caseof a natural disaster.

On Saturday the school hasarranged to have ITM Fishingshow’s Matt Watson do apresentation on his favouritesubject fishing.

The fundraising event will helpfund the upgrade to the school hallkitchen, that doubles up as a civildefence centre for the beach side

community.Horowhenua District

Councillor and Horizons regionalcouncil emergency managementofficer Ross Brannigan said,Foxton Beach School is an integralpart of emergency planning forFoxton Beach.

He said the Schools play animportant part in emergencyplanning right across the country,especially in smaller communitiessuch as Foxton Beach.

“Local people generally have anaffinity with their local school and

schools are well resourced andhave ideal facilities to be utilisedas a Civil Defence centre during anemergency event and FoxtonBeach School certainly ticks all ofthose boxes.” Mr Brannigan said.

In terms of numbers we arevery confident that the school, as aCivil Defence Centre, could catervery well for the numbers of peoplewe would expect to arrive there asresult of a disaster impacting onthe area, and a kitchen of thenature being planned at the schoolwould enhance the service that

could be provided to evacuee’sduring such an event.

“I sincerely hope the localcommunity supports the SchoolsHome and School s Association’sfundraiser this weekend as it isimportant for the school and widercommunity to improve facilitieswe do have,” Mr Brannigan said.

Tickets for the Matt Watsonpresentation are available atFoxton Beach School, this is an R18event. The event starts at 6pm withMr Watson’s presentation startingat 7pm.

New U-bike helpsstroke recoveryBy PETER FRANKLIN

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UNITED Horowhenua Lodge MasterRyan Taylor, The Grand Master JohnLitton, look on as stroke patient NeilRosanoski exercises on the U-Bike.

Making a difference to stroke patientsat the Masonic Care Centre, with theaddition of a New Zealand designedU-bike.

A feature of of the U-bike, is that itcan be used without the patient havingto get out of a wheel chair or even out ofa bed.

Approximately two years ago theUnited Horowhenua Lodge, coordinateda Freemasonry Charity project, to sendtwo nurses from the Levin MasonicHospital and aged care centre, to attenda stroke recovery conference inAustralia.

Conference members reviewedcurrent stroke recovery techniques andemerging practices.

Since then the Hospital hasprogressed further and is nowrecognised as one of the New Zealandleaders in Stroke recovery solutions

and practices. The Freemasonscontinued their support of the strokerecovery project with the presentationof a cheque, which fully paid for a UBike for the centre.

This is a NZ designed and built cycletype device that allows patients tosafely exercise arms and legs from awheel chair or the patients bed.

Adrienne Court who was one of thenurses funded to go to Australia, is thelead staff member overseeing the use ofthe U-bike which provides repetitivearm and leg exercise to patientsrecovering from strokes with an aim totheir being able to resume normal life.


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JERSEY BOYS(M) 134 mins Biography/Drama/Music

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DAWN OF THE PLANET OF THE APES(M) 130 mins Action/Drama/Sci-fi

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a fragile peace, but it proves short-lived, as both sides arebrought to the brink of a war that will determine who will

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MRS BROWN’S BOYS D’MOVIE(M) 95 mins Comedy (Contains offensive language)

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DELIVER US FROM EVIL(R16) 118 mins Crime/Horror/Thriller (Contains violence, offensive

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WHAT’S ONFRIDAY AUGUST 1Foxton Tourist & Development Association (FTDA) After5pmish: Meet the MAVtech team and get abehind the scenes tour to the conservationarea, along with a 15 minute compilation ofold films from yester year. A perfectopportunity to catch up in a relaxedatmosphere BYO drinks, finger food pro-vided. MAVtech, Corner Avenue Road &Main Street, Foxton, 5pm - 6.30pm. Entry$5.00 per person, includes a ticket into araffle valued at $50.00 for the winning ticket.For more information ph Paul Andrews on(06) 363 5333.

SATURDAY AUGUST 2Foxton Beach School hall fundraiser featuring ITMFishing Show’s Matt Watson: Foxton Beach School,10 Carthew Terrace. Tickets $40.00 perperson from Foxton Beach School or Palmer-ston North Hunting & Fishing Store. Nibblesand some non-alcoholic drinks included inticket price. Pre drinks 6pm, Matt's presenta-tion 7pm. R18 + event - id may be asked.Cash only - no eftpos available. Courtesy vanavailable - Foxton & Foxton Beach area only,please book at school. All profits towards theaddition of a hall kitchen. For moreinformation contact the school on ph 06 3638331 or [email protected].

FRIDAY AUGUST 8Christian Women Communicating International (CWCI)Levin coffee and cake evening: Guest speaker,everyone welcome, 7pm-9pm, BaptistChurch, Rugby St, Levin. Tickets $10 fromBeacon Bookshop, Queen St Chapel, Sal-vation Army.

THURSDAY AUGUST 14Waitarere Beach Fishing Club meeting: All membersand prospective members welcome. ScoutHall, Waitarere Beach Domain, 7pm.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 15Horowhenua Greypower: Meet the ParliamentaryCandidates Forum. Levin Senior CitizensHall, 1.30pm, cnr Cambridge and Man-chester St.

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 11Waitarere Beach Fishing Club meeting: All membersand prospective members welcome. ScoutHall, Waitarere Beach Domain, 7pm.

THURSDAY OCTOBER 9Waitarere Beach Fishing Club meeting: All membersand prospective members welcome. ScoutHall, Waitarere Beach Domain, 7pm.

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 13Waitarere Beach Fishing Club meeting: All membersand prospective members welcome. ScoutHall, Waitarere Beach Domain, 7pm.

THURSDAY DECEMBER 11Waitarere Beach Fishing Club meeting: All membersand prospective members welcome. ScoutHall, Waitarere Beach Domain, 7pm.

LAST SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTHLevin Market: 11am - 2pm, Queen St ChapelHall, Queen St East.

FIRST SATURDAY OF MONTHPounamu Country Music Club: 1pm-4.30pm, SeniorCitizens Hall, cnr Cambridge andMontgomery Streets. For more informationphone Theresa or Geoff 368-3959.Methodist Monthly Market: 87 Oxford St (next tothe Adventure Park) 8.30-11.30am. Stalls

$10 each, contact Rosemary 368 6977

SECOND MONDAY OF THE MONTHLevin Arthritis Support Group: Welcomes all peoplesuffering from any of the many forms ofArthritis and their carers, to help improvetheir quality of life through fellowship andknowledge. Meetings are held on the 2ndMonday of each Month @ 1.30pm in theHudson Room at the Levin CosmopolitanClub, Oxford Street, Levin. All are welcometo help live life as easily and pain free aspossible. For more information please callYvonne on 368-5068.

SECOND SATURDAY OF EACH MONTHHorowhenua Savage Club night: From 7.30pm atthe Savage Club Hall, 28 Parker Ave, Levin.Everyone Welcome, Admission $3.Informa-tion Phone Grahame Robertson 3680059

THIRD SATURDAY EACH MONTHOhau Market: 9am - 1pm location MuhunoaWest Rd, just off SH1, 4kms south of Levin.For information contact Bev Hamilton ph 3686 986

FIRST SUNDAY EACH MONTHFoxton Delta Country Music Club: At the FoxtonRSA, first Sunday each month. 1pm start.Entry $3 includes afternoon tea. Inquiriesphone 368-7740

SECOND SUNDAY EACH MONTHLevin Variety Country Music Club: Levin RSA ,second Sunday each month. 1pm. $3 entryincludes afternoon tea. Phone Win, 0274742-603.

THIRD SUNDAY OF MONTHOpportunity Knocks Music Club: The club meets onthe 3rd Sunday of the month at the SavageClub Hall in Parker Avenue from 1pm to4.30pm. $3 admission. All welcome.

THIRD TUESDAYFoxton Probus Club: Monthly meeting at theFoxton RSA Easton Street starting at 10am.For fellowship, friendship and fun. For moreinformation contact Dave Hardmen 3638020

FOURTH TUESDAY OF MONTHLevin and District Probus Club: Cosmopolitan Club,Levin, every fourth Tuesday of the month at9.45am. Visitors and new members alwayswelcome.

THIRD WEDNESDAY OF MONTHProbus Club of Levin (mixed membership): Cosmo-politan Club Levin, at 9.45am. Visitors andnew members always welcome.

THIRD FRIDAY OF THE MONTHHorowhenua Greypower: Levin Senior CitizensHall, 1.30pm, Cnr Cambridge and Man-chester St, Levin

FOURTH SUNDAY OF MONTHCountry and Variety Music Club: Masonic VillageHall, Main Street, Foxton. Every 4th Sunday,1pm-5pm. Everyone welcome. $3 admissionincludes afternoon tea.

LAST SUNDAY OF MONTHSunday concerts in Te Takere: Start at 2pm.Everyone is invited along to relax, buy acoffee, bring their own snacks and enjoygood music in comfort. Gold coin donationappreciated.


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(e.g. Bank of New South Wales, Bank of NZ etc)• Reserve Bank of NZ Pre-Decimal Notes• Any £20, £50 or £100 Notes• Hong Kong & Malayan Banknotes• Australian Pre Decimal Notes• Australian “Star” Notes• Early Fijian and Samoan Banknotes• NZ Traders Promissary Notes (1840s)• NZ Government Debentures• NZ Banknotes overprinted for use

in Fiji, Cook Islands etc• Postal Notes• All other pre 1950s

World Banknotes

POSTCARDS & PENS• Albums & Accumulations of Pre 1920s

Postcards(used or unused)

• Old Fountain Pens

TOKENS• NZ & Australian “Tradesmen’s” Tokens• NZ Transportation Tokens• Railway Passes• Tram Tokens (not Dunedin Tramways)• Presbyterian Church Communion Tokens• Bread Tokens• Theatre, Cafe, Discount Tokens etc• Any other tokens relating to early

New ZealandWRIST & POCKET WATCHES• Any Rolex Watches• Omega Gents Watches• Gold & Silver Pocket Watches• Any Breitling, Jaegar Le Coultre, Vacheron &

Constantin, Patek Philippe, or IWC Watches• Moon Phase Watches• Chiming or Alarm Watches (Pocket or Wrist)• Military Watches• Divers Watches• All other pre 1950s wind up watches

(parts value only)*No Quartz or Battery Operated Watches Please*

MILITARY MEDALS ETC

• The New Zealand Wars & Boer War Medals• 1st World War Medals• 2nd World War Medals, Stars etc• Orders and Decorations• Korea & Vietnam Medals• Antarctic or other Polar Medals• Fire Brigade Medals• Lodge Medals• Shooting Medals• Military Badges and all other

Military Medals• Gold returning Fob Medals or “Tokens of

Honour” from residents of small townNew Zealand

HISTORICAL MEDALS• A&P Show- Gold, Silver & Bronze Medals• Commemorative Medals & Medalets• Prize Medals (Gold & Silver)• Sports Medals (Gold & Silver)• Life Saving Medals• Shipwreck Medals• Coronation Medals• etc, etc, etc

OLD GOLD• Unwanted Jewellery or Broken Rings• Gold Chains• Gold Watch Cases• Alluvial (River) Gold• Dental Gold• Gold Coins• Gold Racing & Trophy Cups

GOLD & SILVER TROPHY CUPS ETC

• Racing Cups• A&P Show Cups• Sports Cups• Presentation Keys & Trowels• Show Pieces• Scrap Gold & Silver

*No EPNS or Silver Plated Items Please*

No item too small for our consideration

• Unwanted Jewellery or Broken Rings

• Gold Racing & Trophy Cups

Members of the AustralasianNumismatic Dealers Association

and the New ZealandNumismatic Dealers Association

John Bertrand (Collectables) LtdT: 04 232 9832 • F: 04 232 7832 • E: [email protected]

PO Box 323, Wellington 6140

Please note: SuitableID is required if youwish to sell any items.

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Old Coins Can Toss Up a Rarity

Check those drawers and cupboards, you may have ararity lurking amongst your coins. This advice from

Tony Grant, buyer for John Bertrand (Collectables) Ltd.“We want to see any old foreign coin accumulationsput together before 1950. We will be quite happy to gothrough your coins on the spot and give you an idea ofwhat we can pay. You just never know what can turn up!New Zealand silver coins up to 1946 will be purchased at10 times their face value.

John Bertrand Collectablesin Levin & Foxton

With buyers from John Bertrand (Col-lectables) Ltd in Levin and Foxton next

Wednesday only, Mr Tony Grant from the com-pany says “Now is a fantastic opportunity to gothrough those drawers and cupboards and digout those unwanted items and turn them intocash” Especially wanted by the buyers is OldGold and Collectables such as Military Medals,Old Coins & Banknotes, Vintage Watches andany interesting old items.

“We are keen buyers, especially of the items inthe list below” said MrGrant. “Everyone hassomething we want tobuy and nothing is toosmall for our consid-eration. We are just ashappy to buy one itemas we are buying 1000items”. The buyerswill be in convenientlocations in the areanext Wednesday. Seebelow for your nearestlocation. If you are indoubt about any itemsyou wish to sell, takethem in for an instantappraisal.

Some Big Dollars in Early Banknotes

Rolex and VintageWatches Wanted

Pre 1950’s mechanical watches areneeded urgently by the buyers from

John Bertrand (Collectables) Ltd, visitingLevin and Foxton next Wednesday only.“Collectors at this stage want brandssuch as Rolex, Omega, Patek Philippe,Vacheron & Constantin just to mentionsome. These brands can command largeprices depending on the condition, whatthey are made of etc.Many of the other brands are only

required for parts. “In any event we willbuy any mechanical watch, even if its only afew dollars for parts” said Tony Grant, buyerfor the company. Battery operated watchesare not needed. “If you are unsure just bringany watches to us at the venues and havethem appraised” he said.

Huge Demand for Military Medals

Currently, throughout the world there is a very bigdemand by collectors for Military Medals. These

cover all wars right through from the New Zealand LandWars and the Boer War, to the First and Second WorldWars and the later Korea and Vietnam conflicts. NewZealand Servicemen and Women first served overseasin the Boer War in South Africa around 1900 and theMilitary Medals awarded for this service are neededby the buyers, as are any other Medals from early NewZealand and the New Zealand Wars.

General service medals from both the First andSecond World Wars will also be purchased, but as can beimagined these were awarded in fairly large numbers.“If a group of medals has any special award for braverysuch as the Military Medal, Military or Flying Cross orother medals for Distinguished Conduct or MeritoriousService, these can add great value to a group” stated MrTony Grant, buyer for John Bertrand (Collectables) Ltd.“Many families have old medals, some dating back toearly Imperial days, that they are not sure what to dowith. We will be happy to look at any Military Medalswhatsoever, just bring them in to venues” he said.

Early New Zealand Banknotes datedbefore 1932 are currently fetching

big money! This is according to MrTonyGrant, author of the John Bertrand NewZealand Coin & Banknote Catalogue.Mr Grant is in Levin and Foxton nextWednesday on a buying trip for JohnBertrand (Collectables) Ltd and wouldbe very keen to see any of these issues.“We will pay at least $300 for anyundamaged Ten Shilling or One Pound

banknote from a New Zealand tradingbank dated 1932 or before.

Denominations of five pounds andhigher would be worth from $700. “Anybanknote dated prior to 1900 would beworth at least $1000” said Mr Grant.

Also purchased are any Reserve Bankof New Zealand pre-decimal issues,especially 50 Pound notes. All overseasbanknotes prior to the 1950’s are alsowanted.

Mr Anthony (Tony)W. Grant

Fellow of the Royal Numismatic Society ofNew Zealand Incorporated

Director and BuyerJohn Bertrand (Collectables) Ltd

Author of the John BertrandNZ Coin & Banknote Catalogue

Gold & Silver StillAt High Prices

With gold still at ahigher price than

traditional levels, rightnow would be anopportune timeto go through theold jewellery boxand dig out those oldgold chains, rings andbrooches and turn theminto cash. Tony Grant says “Now is a greattime to sell. We will buy anything madeof gold – old jewellery, coins, alluvial

(river gold), virtually anything, evengold teeth! We also need sterlingsilver in any form, including cups,tea services, cutlery, old coins and thelike” he said.

JOHN BERTRAND (COLLECTABLES) LTDOUR BUYERS ARE IN LEVIN & FOXTON NEXT WEDNESDAY ONLY

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**Finance Offer of no interest and no payments for 6 months (Payment Holiday) is available on Q Card Flexi Payment Plans. Minimum purchase $500. Account Fees may apply. A $45 EstablishmentFee for new Q Cardholders and a $35 Advance Fee for existing Q Cardholders will apply. Q Card Standard Interest Rate applies at end of Payment Holiday. Offer expires 11th August.Q Card lending criteria, fees, terms and conditions apply. See in-store or visit our website www.carpetcourt.co.nz for full details of the finance offer. www.carpetcourt.co.nz

ON THE GO

by KATHYMCMILLAN

lvn010814splWhanganui

THE WhenuaTales arelooking forfreshmembers tojoin in the funof RollerDerby.

Tales seek ‘fresh meat’ for derbyEverything youneed to knowabout aquatics,sport, events andrecreation in theHorowhenua.

Looking for a sport or event,to take part in? Then you havecome to the right place! Checkout this column on the lastFriday of each month to find outeverything that is going on insport and recreation in theHorowhenua.

From a club or communitygroup and have an event orprogramme coming up? Let usknow, and we can help promoteit!

The NZ Team have been doingextremely well throughout theCommonwealth Games.

If you have been inspired toget out and try a sport check outwhat is happening in August foryou to have a go at!

Roller Derby: The WhenuaTales are looking for “freshmeat” to join in the fun of RollerDerby. To encourage people tosign up to the club and have a gothey are hosting a beginnersintake.

This is a 10 week introductorycourse which teachesparticipants the basics of skatingand equips you with the requiredskills to play the sport. A greatway to keep fit and unleash somestress relief. Along with playersthey are also looking for refereesand volunteers to help maketheir tournaments and practices

happen.The course starts on

Thursday 14th of August. To findout more check out thereFacebook pagewww.facebook.com/wfrdl oremail them [email protected]

Bowls: Have you beenwatching our team win medals inbowls at the CommonwealthGames? Well now it is your turnto have a go. The Levin BowlingClub are running Spring Bowls

for Beginners. This is youropportunity to try the fun andsocial game of bowls, it happensevery Tuesday in August andSeptember from 10am to 11amfollowed by tea or coffee.

There is absolutely no charge,just bring flat soled footwear,and everything else is suppliedfor you. See you at LevinBowling Club 59-61 WeraroaRoad, Levin.

Hockey. Horowhenua Hockeyare hosting the North Island

Mixed Secondary Schooltournament at the Halliwell TurfLevin from 1st — 5th September.This will see over 250 secondaryschool students from throughoutNew Zealand coming to theHorowhenua to compete for thetitle of best mixed team.

There will be some greathockey being played so headdown to the turf to check out theaction.

Games will be played from8.30am- 6.30pm. For more

information head towww.horohockey.org.nz orphone 06 3675353.

Quote: Think of workouts asimportant meetings you havescheduled with yourself.

Bosses don’t cancel!Kathy McMillan is part of the

Aquatics Horowhenua teampromoting sport and activerecreation opportunities.

■ For more information about eventshead to aquatics.horowhenua.govt.nz


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LEVINProperty Brokers Limited Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008 06 366 [email protected] Bristol Street

How's this for starters?

OPEN HOME$169,000 WEB ID LU36541LEVIN49 Green AvenueThis low maintenance tidy home is surplusto vendor's requirements. Situated in aquiet and peaceful cul-de-sac, this propertyfeatures three bedrooms, open plankitchen and spacious lounge with a heatpump.VIEW Sunday 3 Aug 3.30 - 4.00pm

Debby Turner 021 617 482

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Bang smack in town!

RV:$220,000 WEB ID LU31425LEVIN76 Parker AvenueTop location! 5 minutes from kindy,primary and college . 4 bedrooms, spaciouskitchen and modern gas services forcooking, hot water and heating. Insulationin ceiling, double and single garage, fullyfenced and lots of extra room for parking.View By Appointment


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Looking for a bargain?

$121,000 WEB ID LU36388LEVIN44 Winchester StreetSpacious unit with 2 double bedrooms andseparate lounge and dining. Smallmanageable grounds - bring thepaintbrush and add value to this property.Walking distance to town. Currently rentedat $195 per week.View By Appointment


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Motivated Vendors

OPEN HOME$459,000 +GST IF ANY WEB ID LL32751LEVIN17 Hokio Sand Road$459,000 +GST if anyOn outskirts of town this 3.8947ha's offertile soil is awaiting that family that wishfor the good life, enough land to be selfsufficient. Outbuildings consist of doublegaraging with adjoining utility room, 3 bayshed.VIEW Sunday 3 Aug 12.00 - 12.45pm

Margrit 027 455 7706 Murray 027 490 4773

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The Price is Right

BEO $295,000 WEB ID LL30933LEVIN366 Hokio Sand Road8.9861 hectares (22 acres) this contoured fertile blockis sure to interest those that maybe wish to relocate soas to live the good life. Town water, no covenants.Four bay shed, 5 troughs.Situated in a quiet location not too far from town.View By Appointment

Murray 027 490 4773 Margrit 027 455 7706

Wave that wand

$189,000 WEB ID LU38159LEVIN102 Queen Street WestWithout too much magic this propertycould be transformed once again into ahome fit for a prince or princess.This 1930's home, situated on a 1,247sqmsection, presents an opportunity to nest orinvest.View By Appointment

Margrit 027 455 7706 Murray 027 490 4773

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Affordable living

$145,000 WEB ID LU38147LEVIN16 Roosevelt StreetThis north-facing, standalone, twobedroom 1950's weatherboard home isseriously for sale. Featuring a separatelounge and spacious kitchen/dining areathat has indoor/outdoor flow to a deckedarea.View By Appointment

Margrit 027 455 7706 Murray 027 490 4773

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Superior property

OPEN HOMENEGOTIATION WEB ID LL37378LEVIN14 Twin Peaks Grove, KoputaroaThis is a fantastic home on 1.15ha hasviews to the Tararua's. The living area isopen plan and there is an extensiveoutdoor entertaining area. Don't delay,come take a look for yourself.VIEW Sunday 3 Aug 1.30 - 2.30pm

Margrit 027 455 7706 Murray 027 490 4773

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An Enviable Lifestyle

BEO $389,000 WEB ID LL37814LEVIN121 Bruce RoadThis 1.61ha property has so much to offer,especially to those who seek the good lifeand a wholesome environment for theirchildren to grow up in; rural but so close totown.The main homestead of approximately152sqm was built in the 1920s.View By Appointment

Margrit 027 455 7706 Murray 027 490 4773

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Wow! Garden by the Beach

OPEN HOME$289,000 WEB ID LU36923WAITARERE BEACH18 Hydrabad DriveYou would not believe what a fantasticflower and vege garden you can grow,within a 300 metre easy stroll to a primeWaitarere Beach location. This homefeatures two covered outdoor living areasfor all year round enjoyment.VIEW Sunday 3 Aug 3.00 - 3.30pm

Clive Williams 027 240 9265

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Spacious family home

OPEN HOME$229,000 WEB ID LU37725LEVIN26 Gordon PlaceIf you are looking for a special home thenlook no further. The current owners havetaken a lovely property and added somefantastic touches turning it into a beautifulfamily home featuring three bedrooms, abath, shower and separate toilet.VIEW Sunday 3 Aug 2.00 - 2.30pm

Clive Williams 027 240 9265

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Simply stunning

$200,000 WEB ID LL35507MANAKAULot 8 Honi Taipua StreetThe only way to describe the views from this primelifestyle block of 8,058 square metres (just a tad under2 acres). Elevated enough to see the sea from one ofthe potential building sites, the land slopes gentlydown towards the valley floor.View By Appointment

Mary Dacombe-Bird 029 573 5161

Investors, Entrepreneurs

NEGOTIATION WEB ID LL35879LEVIN114 State Highway 57Here is the perfect property for the astuteinvestor, entrepreneur or lifestyler wantingthe good life with an income!Four purpose built one bedroom flats plusa spacious 2 bedroom cottage all situatedon 3851 sqm of private landscapedgarden.View By Appointment

Mary Dacombe-Bird 029 573 5161

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Desirable quality

$315,000 WEB ID LU37743LEVIN13 Hannan StreetFeaturing beautifully polished rimu floorsand tasteful furnishings it comprises a bigkitchen/dining area that flows into a hugelounge with beautiful carrara ceilings.View By Appointment

Michael Utting 021 675 721

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Gorgeous family home

$259,000 WEB ID LU37090SHANNON26 East RoadThis is a beautifully presented family homewith views of the Tararuas and as far as MtEgmont on a clear day. This is a very wellmaintained family home with threebedrooms, a conservatory, doublegaraging and workshop area and a privatebackyard.View By Appointment


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Gorgeous character villa

$249,000 WEB ID LU37928SHANNON44 Grey StreetDon't believe all you hear about Shannon -that bad reputation as long passed. Comesee how peaceful it is for yourself and takethis opportunity to own a gorgeous 3bedroom family home with a stylishkitchen and bathroom including a spabath.View By Appointment


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Debby TurnerResidential & Lifestyle Consultant

LEVINProperty Brokers Limited Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008 [email protected] 06 368 9400Office 06 366 0663Mobile 021 617 482

New to the market!

OPEN HOME

$189,000WEB ID LU38192LEVIN88a Queenwood RoadWhere do I start? Situated on a small, manageable423sqm back section in the sought-after North Eastlocation is a fantastic three bedroom property.Relocated and fully renovated with new plumbing,wiring and insulation, this property has been finished toa very high standard. It is all brand new - kitchen,bathroom, carpet and curtains.If you are looking at downsizing your section but arenot yet ready for a unit, you must view this propertynow.

VIEW Sunday 3 Aug 1.45 - 2.15pm

[email protected] 06 368 9400Office 06 366 0663Mobile 021 617 482Debby Turner

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Easy care - Easy living $185,000WEB ID LU33941

LEVIN49b Bath StreetSell the car, this townhouse is a 2 minute walk to town,you can't get any closer that.This lovely, sunny brick property offers 2 bedrooms,wet floor shower, open plan living and a single internalaccess garage. If you are looking for a safe and secureproperty, call me today to view.

VIEW By Appointment


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I've found it!

OPEN HOME

$255,000WEB ID LU37902

LEVIN21 Featherston StreetWhat a great property - this will certainly appeal tomany buyers.Check out all the features - brick and aluminiumconstruction, three double bedrooms, separate loungewith lovely cosy wood-burner plus separate diningroom and newish kitchen. It is well insulated (ceilingand under-floor) and there is a north facingconservatory in which to enjoy the winter sun.



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What would you pay?

OPEN HOMERV $155,000 WEB ID LU35685LEVIN73 Queenwood RoadSit in the cosy sunny lounge in front of theMasport fire and enjoy the great view ofthe Tararuas.This 2-3 bedroom home with a newishkitchen and bathroom is situated in apopular north east location, just a shortwalk to Fairfield School.VIEW Sunday 3 Aug 2.30 - 3.00pm


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A short stroll to town

OPEN HOME$173,000 WEB ID LU36559LEVIN5 Royal PlaceThis three bedroom brick and aluminiumtownhouse with small manageablegrounds, a spacious lounge with heatpump, separate kitchen and dining roomand separate toilet, bath and shower. Thisis a great property.VIEW Sunday 3 Aug 12.00 - 12.30pm


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How is this for starters?

OPEN HOME$195,000 WEB ID LU32624LEVIN36-38 Weraroa RoadThis is the perfect property for a familywanting lots of space!3 big double bedrooms, nice modernbathroom, 2nd shower and toilet in thelaundry, 2 porches for extra living spaceand a separate lounge with gas heating.VIEW Sunday 3 Aug 3.00 - 3.30pm


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Do-upper - great location

PRICE REDUCED$169,000 WEB ID LU37947LEVIN21 Read StreetThis three bedroom property has hugepotential; bring your paintbrush, yourfamily and friends and give her a facelift!Built from low maintenance materials thehouse features a big north facing loungeand double garage.VIEW Sunday 3 Aug 12.30 - 1.00pm


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LEVINProperty Brokers Limited Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008 06 366 [email protected] Bristol Street

Mortgagee Sale

OPEN HOME

TENDERWEB ID LL37915LEVIN26 Tui Glen DriveThis 1.8241ha lifestyle is a property that offers so manyopportunities. With a massive approx. 3092m2Redpath plastic green house with a computercontrolled environment system, plus smallergreenhouses that need some T.L.C. The property wasproducing hydroponic lettuces for the domestic market.Other crops that could be grown include tomatoes,passion fruit, flowers or bedding plants. If you don'twant to be a grower, lease it out for a good passiveincome.The home is amazing! 4 bedrooms with 2ensuites and a main bathroom and a stunning openplan kitchen/dining/living area.


TENDER Thursday 14th August 2014 at 4.00pm PropertyBrokers Ltd, 1 Bristol Street, Levin

[email protected] 06 366 0661Mobile 027 455 7706Margrit Searle

[email protected] 06 367 3556Office 06 366 0662Mobile 027 490 4773Murray Doreen

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Bright and sunny - close to town

$289,000WEB ID LU37647LEVIN3/93 Weraroa RoadThis gorgeous three bedroom home is situated close totown and attracts all day sun. Situated on a lowmaintenance easy-care section, there is a lovely viewfrom the kitchen/dining area through to the lounge.Quiet and inviting, this really is something special.The single garage has internal access. Not a thingneeds to be done so don't miss out call today toarrange a viewing.

View By Appointment

[email protected] 06 368 3372Office 06 366 0881Mobile 021 675 721Michael Utting

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First Home Sweet Home!

$95,000WEB ID LU37884LEVIN4 Mahoe StreetFirst home buyers, you must see this! This cute andsturdy two bedroom home is waiting for you to make ityour own. Low maintenance brick and tile construction.The large well-fenced section is perfect for kicking aball around and easily made secure for pets or kids!Handy to schools and shops.This is a selected FirstHome property, reserved foreligible first home buyers - receive a government grantof $9,500 towards your deposit.Don't let this fantastic opportunity to buy your firsthome pass you by, call me NOW to view or to find outmore about the FirstHome Ownership Scheme.

View By Appointment

[email protected] 06 368 5776Office 06 366 0665Mobile 029 573 5161Mary Dacombe-Bird

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$92,000WEB ID LU37936SHANNON73 Grey StreetIf you are hoping to buy your first home, here is yourchance! Situated handy to the park and pre-school, thisthree bedroom home would be a great place to raise afamily. Nice big section (870sqm) with the added bonusof a carport and storage shed. Come and make thisyour first step up the housing ladder - there is plenty ofopportunity to add value and to stamp your ownpersonality here!This is a selected FirstHome property, reserved foreligible first home buyers! - receive a government grantof $9,200 towards your deposit. Call me now to findout how to apply or to view the home!

View By Appointment

[email protected] 06 368 5776Office 06 366 0665Mobile 029 573 5161Mary Dacombe-Bird

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FOXTONProperty Brokers Limited Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008 06 363 [email protected] Main & Clyde Streets

Calling all first home buyers!

$80,000WEB ID FTU37911FOXTON7 Herrington StreetHere is your chance to own your very first home sodon't miss this opportunity. "This is a FirstHomeproperty, reserved for eligible first home buyers! -receive a government grant of $8,000 towards yourdeposit". This is a very tidy home and all you have todo is add your own personal touch to make it yourhome. Comprising three bedrooms, bathroom, openplan kitchen and dining, large lounge with heat pumpand laundry. It has wooden floors throughout. Thisproperty is on a partially fenced 766m2 section with alarge back lawn.

[email protected] 06 363 7226Office 06 363 0035Mobile 027 319 7088Jo Davenport

[email protected] 06 363 0033Mobile 027 226 7994Simon Davenport

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Elevated, sunny and private

$229,000WEB ID FTU37380FOXTON70A Cook StreetThis sunny low maintenance 3 bedroom home isnestled down a quiet cul de sac. The elevated rearsection captures the sun beautifully. Imagine sitting onyour sun drenched patio enjoying your morning coffeeand in the evening sipping a wine as you admire yourbeautiful established trees and gardens. If its qualityyou're after then this lovely home is just waiting foryou. Call Lyn or Lynsey now to view.

[email protected] 06 363 5596Office 06 363 0032Mobile 027 436 7596Lyn Vining

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Heavily reduced in price!

$139,000WEB ID FTU34217FOXTON39a Cook StreetOpportunity knocks! Astute first home buyer orinvestor; must view this home which has beenmodernised.You will be impressed with its immaculate condition.Features are 2 double bedrooms, spacious living areas,separate kitchen, and gas hot water heating.Double garage, fully fenced backyard.Be quick to view and call Rohan now!!

[email protected] 06 363 8502Office 06 366 0660Mobile 027 433 0041Rohan Teaz

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WORLD WAR 1 CENTENARY July 28, 1914 - November 11, 1918

Warpoet foundhonourintrenchesofblood

Wilfred Owen’s death, like his poems, captured the pity of war.JohnWalsh charts his journey from innocence to iconic status.It was a hell of a learning curve. In 1914, just after the outbreak of war,Wilfred Owenwrote a poem called The Ballad of Purchase-Money

IT endedwith a passionaterejection of the sentiment(from the Latin poet Horace)that there is anything sweet

or honourable about dying foryour country.Wilfred Owen’sdark journey from naivety todisgust produced the war’s mostfamous literary effusion. And, bya terrible irony, its author diedjust as the conflict ended.Owenwas the son of an

Oswestry railwaysuperintendent. He wasschooled at Birkenhead andShrewsbury and, from an earlyage, was nuts about poetry. Herevered Keats, visited thehouses in which the veneratedpoet had lived, modelled hisverse on his lush and clottedsensuality, and shared hisfascination with death. LikeKeats, he was to die aged 25.Owenwas in France when

war broke out, teaching English.According to his biographer, JonStallworthy: “His letters of thisperiod show no great interest inthe progress, or lack of progress,in theWar, except insofar as itaffected the crossing of theChannel.”But gradually a yearning to

take arms settled upon him.“I don’t want to wear khaki,”

he wrote to his mother, “nor yetto savemy honour beforeinquisitive grandchildren 50years hence. But I now domostintensely want to fight.”On October 21, 1915, Owen

was sworn into the Artists’Rifles and inMay 1916 hebecame 2nd Lieutenant in the5th Battalion of theManchesterRegiment.He left Dover on December

29. In January, he found himselfin the stinking quagmire of theSomme, half-drowning inmud,deafened by artillery, crippledby dysentery, freezing, starving,blitzed and haunted.

“Weweremarooned on afrozen desert,” he wrote. “Thereis not a sign of life on the horizonand a thousand signs of death.”Owenwas hospitalised after

falling down awell.When herejoined his battalion inMay, hisCO noticed hewas shaky,tremulous, confused inmemoryand unable to command. Owentold his sister it wasn’t abreakdown: “You know, it wasnot the Bosche that workedme

up, nor the explosives, but it wasliving so long by poor old CockRobin (as we used to call 2ndLieutenant Gaukroger) who laynot only nearby, but in variousplaces around and about, if youunderstand.”Traumatised by exploded

limbs, he was sent home toSouthampton then toCraiglockhartWar Hospital inEdinburgh, a forbidding, gloomykeep, for “special observation

and treatment”. Nobody couldhave predicted what followed: afour-month period of calm andfulfilment.At Craiglockhart, despite the

nightly screaming of shell-shockedmen remembering thekilling fields of Beaumont-Hameland St Quentin, Owen came intohis own. Hemet SiegfriedSassoon, themost importantfriendship of his life, and RobertGraves, who proved to be auseful irritant. Owen’s poetryacquired a newly direct,scornful, challenging voice.Helped by his new friends, he

was published in nationalmagazines. He drank inEdinburgh pubs. Hemet ArnoldBennett and H.G.Wells inliterary London. He felt his lifewas happily under way.“I am a poet’s poet,” he told

his mother. “I am started. Thetugs have left me; I feel the greatswelling of the open sea takingmy galleon.”It wasn’t, however, enough. A

stronger impulse nagged at hisconscience. He had to go back tothe war, and bewith themen towhom he could give a voice.“I know I shall be killed,” he

told his brother Harold. “But it’sthe only place I canmakemyprotest from.”On September 1, 1918, he

landed at Etaples, just asLudendorff’s army ceased theiradvance on Paris and fell backacross theMarne. Owen’s lastletters to his mother show him inhigh spirits as he describes hiscomrades-in-arms and the localFrench girls’ gratitude for “LaDeliverance”. Hemodestlyrecords that his bravery incapturing an enemymachine-gunmay havewon him aMilitary Cross (which hewasduly awarded). A curious elationthat’s well beyond sympathywith doomed soldiers can beheard in his finalpronouncements.“My nerves are in perfect

order. I came out in order to helpthese boys directly by leadingthem aswell as an officer can;indirectly, by watching theirsufferings that I may speak ofthem aswell as a leader can. Ihave done the first.”The end came soon. On the

night of November 3, the 2nd

Manchesters joined a vitalattack over the Sambre-Oisecanal. At 5.45am, an artillerybarrage crashed down, andwhen it ended Owen led hisplatoon to the towpath. Theyfound the far bank stutteringwith German tracer fire. As theRoyal Engineers struggled toconstruct amakeshift bridge,Owen steadied his menwithwords of encouragement.Minutes later, he was killed by aGerman bullet.Aweek later, the war was

over. All was finally quiet on theWestern Front. AndWilfredOwen, the poet whomosteffectively voiced the truesavagery of the FirstWorldWar, had become one of its finalcasualties.As his parents answered the

door to a telegram from theBritish Army, the Armisticebells were ringing their cheerfulchime of peace. — Independent

OWEN’S POEM“O meet it is and passingsweetTo live in peace withothers,But sweeter still and farmoremeetTo die in war for brothers.”Three years later, thatnaive “meet and sweet”sentiment appeared, thistime in its original Latinform “Dulce et decorumest pro patria mori” as thetitle of a very differentpoem, which began:“Bent double, like oldbeggarsunder sacks,Knock-kneed, coughinglikehags, we cursed throughsludge,Till on the haunting flaresweturned our backsAnd towards our distantrestbegan to trudge.Men marched asleep. Manyhad lost their bootsBut limped on, blood-shod.All went lame; all blind...”



Fear,deathandfutility

Living in thetrenches waslike beingstuck in anightmare, sayFran BlandyandPierreMarie Giraud

For three years duringWorldWar I, millions ofsoldiers holed up in awarren of trenches,

fighting and dying innightmarish conditions along abarelymoving frontline.For the French, British,

Germans, Anzacs and otherscaught in this futile fight, therain, biting cold and thickmud,the awful stench of death andscourge of rats would haunttheir daily lives asmuch as theconstant onslaught from theenemy.“When the world is red and

reeking, and the shrapnel shellsare shrieking, and your blood isslowly leaking, carry on,” urgedone of the GreatWar’s soldierpoets Geoffrey StuddertKennedy, nicknamed“Woodbine Billy”, whochronicled the horrors of thetrenches.“When the broken battered

trenches, are like the bloodybutchers’ benches, and the air isthick with stenches, carry on.”In the summer of 1914

soldiers had set out for a swiftwar, but after several mobileand extremely bloodymonths,rival armies decimated byartillery fire found themselveslocked in a stalemate along thebattle’sWestern Front.To better protect themselves,

soldiers burrowed a line oftrenches that stretched for700km from the North Seathrough France to Switzerland,where both sides would dig infor three years, sufferingcrippling losses butmaking littleheadway.The first trenches were

hastily dug, often shallow holes,becoming deeper andmoreelaborate as the stalematedragged on. Theywere dug in azigzag so that if an enemysoldier got in he could not openfire along the whole length of the

trench.Fields of barbedwire

surrounded the ditches, aimed atslowing any advance through“noman’s land”— the areabetween enemy lines that wassometimes only a few dozenmetres.Thewarren of trenches

usually included a frontline, areserve line and a support line,which soldiers would rotatethrough, usually spending onlydays at a time at the front.Either way, daily life in the

unhygienic trenches wasmiserable.Heavy rain flooded the

trenches, needing to be scoopedout at downtimes.Wallscollapsed in amuddymess thatwould freeze in the thick ofwinter andmademoving aroundwith heavy arms and equipmenta terrible ordeal.Toilets were improvised in

the trench— going outside leftyou open to attack— andwithnomeans to wash, and garbageand dead bodies piling up in andaround the ditch, the stenchcould be overpowering.“The rank stench of those

bodies hauntsme still, and Iremember things I’d bestforget,” wrote English poetSiegfried Sassoon, who foughton theWestern Front.Soldiers also had to deal with

the scourge of multiplying ratswhowould feed off these bodiesas well as lice and flies.If this wasn’t enough to drive

entrenched soldiers to the brinkof sanity, the constant fear ofdeath certainly was.Barrages of artillery fire and

explosions in the trenches andconstant sniper fire gave rise tothe term shell-shock, the traumaandmental breakdown sufferedbymany soldiers on theWestern Front.“I knew a simple soldier boy,

who grinned at life in empty joy.

In winter trenches, cowed andglum, with crumps and lice andlack of rum, he put a bulletthrough his brain. No one spokeof him again,” wrote Sassoon inthe grimly entitled poem Suicidein the trenches.Food often arrived cold, while

breadwas frozen ormouldy. ForFrench soldiers, it was theirdaily litre of red wine andcigarettes that helped ease themthrough the day.Mornings for both sides

beganwith a pre-dawn “stand toarms” wheremenwould climbup on the fire-step, rifle andbayonet at the ready in case of adawn raid.After an inspection, breakfast

would be eaten during anunofficial truce between the twosides, one of several such tacit“live and let live” agreements onthe frontline.Although the threat of danger

was never far, attacks weremost likely to take place at nightso days were dedicated torepairing the trenches and othervital jobs.In quiet times, soldiers

passed the time tinkering withwhatever they could lay theirhands on—wood, scrap fabricor bullet casings— to cobbletogether lamps, pipes, jewels orevenmusical instruments.Letter writing and reading

was a lifeline, with 10 billionletters and packages exchangedduring the conflict, althoughmany tried to hide the horror oftheir daily lives from loved ones.Nighttime brought raids,

transfers of supplies andmovement of troops between thetrenches.“The air is loudwith death,

The dark air spurts with fire,The explosions ceaseless are,”wrote another war poet, IsaacRosenberg, killed in 1918, in thechilling Dead Man’s Dump.

— AFP


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Stretcher-bearersbecameunshockable,as JennyTabakoffexplains

Shattered bodies ahorror seen every day

What was it like forthemenwho riskedtheir lives inWorldWar I but could not

reach for a gun even if theywanted to?Stretcher-bearers played a

vital role on theWestern Front,carrying woundedmen back tocasualty posts.Private Henry Edgar (Harry)

Abbott, of the 10th FieldAmbulance, wrote a letter inautumn 1917 that reveals what astretcher-bearer’s life was likeduring the Anzac troops’ run ofbattles in the second half of 1917.Abbott’s family in Katinning,

Western Australia, passed it totheir local newspaper, The GreatSouthern Herald, which printedit in January 1918.The 29-year-old had been on

theWestern Front for about ayear when hewrote home daysbefore the Battle ofPasschendaele.“I have just been reflecting

howwonderfully different I feelthis time to the periodimmediately preceding the firsttime I went up to the trenches,”Abbott wrote.“Then, I was almost sick with

anxiety. I feared I might havesome task set me that I wouldn’tbe able to do; or some eventmight happenwhich I would nothave the strength to face— anda thousand other fears thatproved ridiculous andunnecessary whenwe got there.“This time I am free from

every trace of such qualms, and Iam feeling almost anxious to getthere.”After six weeks in the Pas de

Calais countryside, helping tobring in a harvest for localfarmers, the 10th FieldAmbulancemarched for fivedays into Belgium, passingthrough a big town (probablyYpres) and its shatteredcathedral.“Just after dawnwe got

orders to go up to one of thecollecting points and commenceour bearing. The roar neverslackened all that day northrough the following night. Aswewalked up, the skywas full ofbright flashes, and our earsthrobbedwith the roar.

“This last affair waspositively unapproachable,”Abbott wrote, adding thatcountless dead bodies from “allthe big fighting of several weeksago” had been strewn around.“I never imagined anything

like it, and I dare not evenattempt to give you an outline.But the strange thing about itwas this personal experiencethat neither I, nor any of mymates, seemed to have anycapacity for being shocked. Thesmells, alone, made anyimpression on us, and that is athing one never gets used to.”Yet even amid the carnage,

Abbott says he and his mate

were so ‘‘devilised’’ at the end oftheir busy day that they fellupon a dinner of cold stewedbeans, pork and bully beef.“We both thought it a fine

feast; but remember, wewerestarving. At our feet, on twostretchers, were themangledcorpses of two of ourmen.“Don’t think us utterly

beyond hope. There were deadall round us, and it was only oneminute detail of the wholepiece.”The road had been “just one

hugemass of traffic”, and onseveral occasions “Fritz sentover shells and shrapnel” intothe crowd of trucks, people,

prisoners and cars, causinghavoc.“Once I saw two badly

woundedmen— one anAustralian and the other aGerman—walking painfullydown the roadwith their armsaround each other, and eachsmoking a stumpy pipe.”German prisoners were put

to work as stretcher-bearers:“Often I have seen four Fritzscarrying a stretcher down bythemselves, and awoundedAustralian on it. I used to thinkat first I wouldn’t care to be inthe patient’s position, but theyproved, without exception, thattheywere to be trusted.”Abbott sensed victory was

not far off, and praised thebombardmentsmade by BritishandAustralian artillery beforeevery advance.“It is good to be deafened by

that mighty roar of thunderingguns; and although I will neverbe a soldier, I felt a certainmadexultation as I listened to thebellow of their mighty ironthroats on that first morning ofthe battle.”Abbott hoped that,

underlying the carnage, therewas “some great and terriblemeaning that we are too weakand too blind to see; but someday I am sure wewill see that allthe horror and suffering anddeath in this mad game is but thematerial for the foundation ofthe newer and better worldwhichmust spring up out of theruins of these days”.He said he was “not

pessimistic, but verymuch theother way” and “still confidentthat I am coming home again”.“But still, in finishing this

letter, I can hardly refrain fromasking you to dome the honourof not fretting if I should draw anunlucky number in this nextshuffle. I have grown to regarddeath with as little dread assleep. At times I have almostenvied those who are taken outof it.”Henry Abbott was killed in

action on October 12, 1917 and,like somany others who fellaround Passchendaele, has noknown grave.His is one of about 6000 Anzac

names listed on theMenin Gatememorial. — AAP


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Foxton Little Theatre PresentsMERELY PLAYERS

BY DAMIEN TRASLER

The inspector, Bill (Carl Terry), quizzes Cook(Geri Smith), with Phyllis (Stacey Twigg).

Bill, reassuring His Lordship, Ronnie(Bert Meinders)

Bill, checking what’s for lunch

Simon (Nathan Webb) and Phyllis sharinga tender moment.

Starting with a bare stage, under the guise of tidying the theatre’s storeof props and costumes, the characters accidentally build the set of adrawing-room murder mystery, and Phyllis’s daydream of being the Ladyof the Manor suddenly comes to life as a period drama, until the spell isbroken, leaving Phyllis with new insights into her life.

The production is full of twists and turns, with the characters playingdual roles. It is a play within a play with a delightful comedy threadrunning through it, with a clear message at the end.

Directors:Nathan Webb has been with Foxton Little Theatre since he was on stagein his first production when he was 14. Over the years he has beeninvolved in many different aspects of the theatre life. From onstage actingto all of the back stage roles, with Directing being the last hurdle that hehas yet to jump at the Theatre. Although Nathan has been involved withdirecting student productions at Manawatu College, Merely Players ishis first experience directing at Foxton Little Theatre.

Marie Fearon has been involved in the theatre since 1998 when her veryfirst job was as Stage Manager to a Christmas production with Judy andDon Sheridan, Marie had such a great time that she never left. She hasbeen involved in many roles since then, front of house, stage manager,and lots of behind the scenes work. Marie is putting her knowledge togood use in co-directing.

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Comprehensive mobile computer servicesB L MicroTek Ltd is a local business

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B L MicroTek Ltd will come to you at atime that suits you, offering high qualityhardware and computer solutions tosuit your needs.■ New computers, laptops & upgrades■ Repairs and virus removal■ Data backup and recovery■ Internet and email setups■ Secure wireless setups■ Follow-up support services

Simon Nikolajenko, managingdirector, is a computer technician withover 15 years experience in both NewZealand and Australia, working invarious areas of computer technologysuch as service manager, building andrepairing computers and providingprompt on-site service for clients. Simonunderstands business and thetechnology that is needed to supportgrowth.

Simon has worked for a range ofdifferent clients from universities inAustralia to smaller local businessesand has a vast knowledge that can helpsolve any computer problem.

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Community EventsCWCI invites all ladies to an evening on Friday 8thAugust, 7 - 9pm at Baptist Church, Levin. Guest isJanice Gray from Invercargill. "Feeling the Freedomto Let Go of the Past - The Best is yet to Come !"Coffee and Cake $10. Any queries phone Viv (06) 3689430.DIABETES: Got Diabetes? Get Educated - FREE.Healthy Living Diabetes Management course inLevin on Wednesday 6th, 13th & 20th August, 5:30pm- 7:30pm. To register contact MHT Diabetes Trust(06) 357 5992 or email [email protected] demonstration at 10:30 this Sundayby Gillian & Michelle from Wanganui. Levin RedCross Rooms, 524 Queen Street, all welcome. Phone368 2444.

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Services OfferedDOG walking SPCA vol-unteer $20p/hr, refsavailable, 022 435 6597.

To Let1 bdrm cottage, OhauVillage, $150. p/w. Phone027 511 0349.2 bdrm, brick house, gge,good area, $200 p/w. Ring368 5106 or 028 258 44030.2 bdrm, f/fncd, c/port,sunny, central, newredec, refs/bond reqd, nodogs, $195pw. 027 314 46922 bdrm, sunny, close totown. $185p/w, no gge,lawns included. Phone027 480 5927.3 bdrm house, approx 100sq mtrs, insulated andh/pump, c/port, f/fenced,$195p/w. Call 027 3111 2293 bdrm, lge c/port,w/burner,near to Fair-field School, refs/bondreqd, no dogs, $255p/w.Phone 021 484 830.FLAT 1 bdrm, warm/tidy,h/pump, clse to twn, s/c.Ref/bond. Phn 0277155262LEVIN, Exc con, 2 bdrmflat, h/pump, c/port,shed, lt, $190. 027 249 3367.SELF contained unit,Fairfield Rd, $125p/w.Phone or text 0272 282 649.

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CRAWFORD,Lindsay Hassell.Of Levin, on July 28,2014, in his 82nd year,at Te Whanau RestHome after a shortillness. Dearly belovedhusband of 57 years toLois. Cherished fatherand father-in-law toCatherine and TonyMarshall (Levin),Marion Mackay(Tokomaru), SarahCrawford (Titahi Bay),Rachel and DavidAustin (Lower Hutt).Loved Grandad toSimon and Jane,Eilish, Vaughan andClaire.“A dedicated andloving family man whofarmed his cherishedland for 55 years. Nowat rest. No longer willhis songs be heard.”Many thanks to all thestaff of Star 4 and TeWhanau Rest Homefor their care given.

A service to celebrateLindsay’s life will beheld at Harvey’sChapel, 284 OxfordStreet, Levin, onSaturday August 2, at11:00am, followed byprivate cremation atHorowhenuaCrematorium, Levin.Messages C/- 284Oxford Street, Levin5510.

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CURD,Anthony Derek (Tony).Of Levin. Passed awaypeacefully on July 30,2014, aged 83 years.Dearly loved husbandof the late Brenda.Loved father of Lynda,Ann, and Patricia.Loved Poppy of hisgrandchildren andloved Pop-Pop of hisgreat grandchildren.Loved friend ofGeorge, Wendy andJim; and his friends atRyder Cheshire.

A celebration of Tony’slife will be held at TheFuneral Home, 545Queen St East, Levin,on Saturday August 2,2014, at 11:00am.Private cremation tofollow at The AvenueCrematorium, Levin.“Thank you Dad formaking it rain penniesfrom heaven”.

ECO FUNERALSWe are approved provider of Eco Funeral NZwww.ecofunerals.co.nz

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Deaths

Funeral Directors

0800 ICMARK ~ (06) 368-8108545 - 547 Queen Street East, Levin

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MemorialHeadstones

WARREN,John.

02~08~2011He left us quietly,

His thoughts unknown,But left a memory

We are proud to own;So treasure him Lord,In your garden of rest;

For when on earth,He was one of the best.

Love you forever and aday.Christine, Gordon,Andrew and Kirsty.

In Memoriam

LOW,Pene.

August 2, 2010The wheels are rolling.The music plays alwaysin my heart.Your soul-mate, Maurice.

HEYWORTH,Robin.One year ago today.Time unfolds another

yearBut memories keep you

ever near.Love from yourfamily.

HARWOOD,Ronald Vivian.

5~6~26 - 2~8~94Twenty years havepassed. We rememberwith love, a much lovedhusband of Maisie,father of Glenda andgrandfather.

“Cherished Memories”

DALY,Lynda.

Just as she wasShe will always beSo lovingly tucked

In our memory.Forever in our heartsand never forgotten.Daly whanau.

In MemoriamCOOK,Horace.Two years ago today.Dad, you are missedand loved so verymuch, each and everyday.Love you, Lois andErrol.

Deaths

SMEED,Colin Maxwell (Max).Horowhenua Masonic

Lodge No. 464Brethren of the aboveare respectfullyrequested to attend thefuneral service fortheir late W. Bro. MaxSmeed, to be held atHorowhenua CollegeHall, Weraroa Road,Levin, (TODAY)Friday August 1, at11:30am.

A Life Remembered

If you have any queriesplease phone 366 0252

With love we remember

Anne Smithwho passed away

peacefully onAugust 23, 2010.

It's been four years butwe still wish you were

here with us.Love always

Matt and family

Remember your loved one this

Daffodil Dayby placing a ‘SPECIAL MESSAGE’ in ourclassifieds section of the Horowhenua Chronicle.

These tributes will be placed in our communitynewspaper on Friday 29th August, 2014to coincide with this year’s Daffodil Day.

Here is a sample of what your message willlook like and you have 30 words approximatelyavailable for $23 (incl. gst).

All bookings must be in to our office no laterthan Wednesday 27th August at 4pm.

Come in and speak to Pam or Heather and theywill be able to help you with this.

AcknowledgementsTIPPLER,Phyllis Mary.Pam, Raewyn, Johnnyand families wouldlike to thank all thosewho sent flowers,cards, baking andattended the servicefor our Mum andNana. The familyappreciated all thesupport shown.We would like to senda special thankyou tothe staff of Ward 25,Palmerston NorthHospital for their careof our Mum.Please accept this as apersonalacknowledgement asmany addresses areunknown.

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Public Notices

FOXTON AREACOMMUNITY

MEDICALTRUST

A G M21st August

7:00pm

Te Waiora Health CentreLady’s Mile, Foxton

Foxton Surf LifeSaving Club Inc.

AGMSunday

17th August2:00pm

Foxton BeachSurf Pavilion

LEVIN BRANCHRED CROSS

A G MTo be held at

Red Cross Hall524 Queen St

14 August 2014at 2:30 pm

All Welcome

NOTICE OFINTENDED

DISTRIBUTIONof the Estate of JOANVERONICA OLDSlate of LEVIN whodied 5/2/14. Anyperson having a claimon her Estate mustsend particulars to:50 Reka StTumara Park 8083CHRISTCHURCHBy Friday 15th August2014. After that datethe estate will bedistributed havingregard only to thosereceived by then.

G C Olds, Executor.

localclassifieds>> >>say it. sell it. buy it.

Brian’s parentswere glad

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In MemoriamCOOK,Horace Te-Haukotuku

August 1, 2012In loving memory, Dadand Grandad.

Gone is the face weloved so dear,

Silent is the voice weloved to hear,

Too far away for sightor speech,

But not too far forthought to reach,

Sweet to remember himwho once was here,And who, though

absent, is just as dear.Forever loved andmissed.Sandra, Chris andgrandchildren.

Healthvision are lookingfor a caregiver superstar!

Healthvision are seeking acaregiving superstar to assist our

clients in the Levin area.The role includes companionship,assistance with household duties,and meal preparation, alongside

other such duties.

If you are seeking part-timeemployment and have a caringnature, please do not hesitate tofree-phone Ana on 0508 733 377

for more information.

Andersons OutdoorMachinery

39 Hokio Beach Road, Levin.Phone 06 368 9665

‘Sales & Workshop Assistant’We are a busy Outdoor Power Equipmentbusiness, looking to add an enthusiastic andself-motivated person to our dedicated team.

You will need to have good sales & customerservice skills, a high level of reading andwriting ability, topped off with goodcomputing skills.You will also need to havea good mechanical knowledge of outdoorpower equipment, have a full drivers licence,and be prepared to take on a varied range oftasks as required.

Your role will include but not be limited to:

Picking up and delivering customer’s machinesPreparing machines for serviceCustomer sales and serviceInwards goods and machine assemblyGeneral cleaning & maintaining of the shop& workshopComputer processing and researching

This is a full time position – 43 hours per week.

So if you have a positive outlook, are quickthinking and keen to learn, we would love tohear from you!

Please give Robyn a call on 3689665 to getan application pack.

Applications Close: Friday 08.08.14

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FamilyNotices

In MemoriamCOOK,Horace.

1~8~12Loving memories ofour beloved Dad andGrandad.

Our thoughts oftenturn to the past,

But life goes on andmemories last.

Deep in our hearts youwill always stay.

Love you Dad,Linda and whanau.

COOK,Horace.“Mayor of Manakau”

This day will alwaysbe remembered Dad.The memories you leftus will be in our heartsforever. We miss youand always will.Love you heaps Dad.Sonny, Page, familyand great grandmoko’s.

COOK,Horace Te-Haukotuku.

1~8~12In memory of ourloved Grandad.God knows how much

we miss him,Never shall his memory

fade,Loving thoughts shall

ever wander,To the spot where he

is laid.Always remembered.Roxanne, Danny andgreat grandchildren.

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Includes:Ice cream sundae & activity bag

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5.7L AUTO, ALLOYS, TOWBAR,LEATHER TRIM, CRUISE &TRACTION CONTROL, ABS,CLIMATE AIR CONDITIONING,SPOILER, ELECTRIC WINDOWS

& MIRRORS

2013 SUZUKI SPLASH LTD

$$$$$$$$$1111117777777777,,,,,999999999999999999999000000000

NZ NEW, EX DEMO,ONLY 20KMS!,1.2L 4SPD AUTO, ABS, ALLOYS,A/C, KEYLESS START & ENTRY,ELEC WINDOWS & MIRRORS

2010 HOLDEN COMMODORE CALAISV

$$$$$$$$$22222222228888888888,,,,,999999999999999999999555555555

3.6L 6SPD AUTO, ONLY

75,250KM, ALLOYS, LEATHER

SEATS, REAR DVD PLAYER,TRACTION & CRUISE CONTROL,CLIMATE AIR CONDITIONING,REVERSE SENSORS


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