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Levin dad makes standfor abused NZ children

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CLARK CLAN: Family members, from left, Richard Clark, Linda Clark, and Gary Clark, right, formeda welcoming party for Mathew Clark, third from left, who arrived in Levin after his 976km walk.

By PETER FRANKLIN

Levin man Mathew Clark wasangered by the number ofcases of child abuse and deathsbeing reported on the news. Sohe decided to do somethingabout it.

‘‘I just felt I had to dosomething but at the time I didnot know what,’’ he said.

New Zealand’s terriblerecord with child abuseinspired Mr Clark to hit thestreets, and roads and high-ways.

Starting at Cape Reinga,with a pack on his back, hestarted a trek south, with amission to spread the anti-abuse message and raiseawareness about the scale ofthe problem in this country.

His plan was to walk the976km from the cape to Levinand to talk to as many peoplealong the way as he could, andtry to make as many people aspossible aware of the country’schild abuse problem.

‘‘It wasn’t as hard as I firstthought, people were reallyinterested. I met and spoke totourists from all over theworld, really great and genu-inely interested people,’’ hesaid.

New Zealand has the fifthworst record for child abuse inthe 31 OECD countries. Onaverage, one child is killedevery five weeks.

Most of these victims are

aged under 5, the largest groupis under 12 months.

The horrifying fact is that90 per cent of these childdeaths are committed by some-one the child knows andtrusts.

Studies have found abusedand neglected children to be atleast 25 per cent more likely to

experience problems such asdelinquency, teen pregnancy,low academic achievement,drug abuse and mental healthproblems.

Mr Clark, a father of four,says it is a sad thing for acountry to allow a situationlike this to escalate to suchproportions.

Mr Clark’s parents Lindaand Gary and his brotherRichard waited patiently onthe outskirts of Levin, as hetrudged the last few kilo-metres home.

‘‘It has taken a bit out of thebody, but I am happy that I’vetried to highlight child abuse,’’he said.

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HOKIO HIGHLIGHT: Unusual lighting at Hokio Beach created a virtual black and white scene thatcaught Warren Goyne’s eye as he was walking along the beach one evening. The Levin resident isnever without his camera and he snapped this scene with his Sony Cybershot F828. He liked thephoto so much, he had it enlarged and it has been hanging on the wall at home since July 2005. ‘‘I’veseen other photos of the beach in the paper and I thought this was just as good. It was just such anunusual light that evening, making everything look black and white even though the photo was shotin colour.’’

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YOUR VIEWS

Lake newsWhat great news on the frontpage of our Chronicle (Feb 28). Ifwe as a small community canget this right, there is hope forall polluted rivers and lakesthroughout the world. It isrewarding to all those localpeople that cared and havepersisted over the years, to thoselocal and central politicians thathave heard the call, to those thathave been at the forefront ofrestoration, future generations

. . . thank you. Take a bow andpress on.

ALAN DUNKERLEY

Owners’ input?Really good news that LakeHorowhenua is to be cleaned up.

Peter Franklin’s report(Chronicle Feb 28) mentionedthat the Government would beputting in $540,000 toward the$1.27m cost and the balance paidbetween the Horizons RegionalCouncil and the Horowhenua

District Council.There was no mention of any

money coming from the ownersof the lake. Was this an over-sight by Mr Franklin or are theowners of the lake getting yetanother freebie?

REG FOWLES

DollmuseumAn article appeared in the horo-whenua Chronicle a few monthsago where Verna Snowdenoffered her lifetime collection ofdolls and small models to thetown of Levin.

I understand this subject hasbeen in front of the counciltwice now. A doll museumwould be an asset to the town.Visitors would stop and look.

It would grow as otherpeople would contribute to thecollection.

An entry fee could becharged and a roster of volun-teers would be happy to manthe entrance.

As for where to put it, thebuilding previously used by theinformation centre near theAdventure Park would be ideal.Any room upstairs in TeTakere?

Come on councillors, busi-ness people , surely you havesome suitable space, everyoneneeds a little ‘magic’ in theirlives, it is not all about bigbusiness. Put Levin on thetourist map.

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Letter backlashThe recent letter to the editor(Chronicle Feb 19) regardingTreaty Settlements obviouslyupset at least one Chroniclereader to the extent that theprinted letter was sent to myhome address, however it wasaddressed to my wife which wascertainly a surprise!

The message scrawledacross the treaty item wasextremely offensive whichunfortunately there was refer-

ence to racism and an incorrectbirth origin. While I accept theright of any Horowhenua citizenand in particular any Chroniclereader to criticise the contents ofany letter printed in a qualitylocal newspaper such as theChronicle, it is rather upsettingto receive criticism through thepost with no signature, name oraddress — at least the envelopehad a 70 cent stamp, also theswastika sign was certainly notrelevant.

In the current climate ofregular treaty settlementpayouts to various Maori tribesand iwi, the positive comments Ireceived, following the publi-cation, certainly far exceededany negative comment.

In retrospect, it would havebeen more appropriate and rele-vant had the anonymous objec-tor put pen to paper with a letterto the editor, including theobjector’s name and location, itsthe democratic way in a modernsociety.

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Day of PrayerThe Women’s Fellowship ofLevin Uniting Church are wel-coming everyone, includingmen, to join them this Friday asthey host the World Day ofPrayer.

For more than 80 years,services for informed andprayerful action have been cele-brated around the world on thefirst Friday of March with achosen theme and service pro-vided from a different countryeach year.

This year’s service fromEgypt is themed Streams in theDesert.

Around 250 services will beorganised by local interdenom-inational groups around NewZealand. Everyone is warmlyinvited to Levin Uniting Churchfor the service in Horowhenua.

It will be held at 10am in theGilmour Lounge, at 87 OxfordStreet, Levin.

Bewareof boguscollectorsPlunket’s annual BearHug Appeal kicked offthis week and theorganisation is warningpeople to be aware ofbogus collectors shakinga bucket or knocking ondoors, claiming to befrom Plunket.

Every year a numberof unscrupulous groupsand individuals attemptto defraud the public bypretending to collect onbehalf of charities, saidPlunket spokespersonNikki Prendergast.

‘‘Anyone collectingon behalf of Plunket willbe clearly identified asbeing part of Plunketand have contact detailsfor those in charge of thecollection.

‘‘They may also carrya letter on an officialletterhead stating theyare an approvedcollector and the reasonthey are collecting,’’ shesaid.

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FOR GRANDAD: Hayley Murphy, 11, from Koputaroa, left, and cousin Tayla Dundas,12, from Brisbane plant a totara tree in Levin’s Kowhai Park in memory of their greatgranddad, Levin man Harry Barratt. PICTURE: TANYA WOOD

Living remindersBy TANYAWOOD

A Levin man well knownfor his prolific planting oftrees in the area once said‘‘never plant a tree foryourself, they’re notgoing to look their best inyour lifetime’’.

Last week, two totaratrees were planted inmemory of Henry‘‘Harry’’ Barratt and wifeRosa at Levin’s KowhaiPark by two of his greatgranddaughters.

Members of theBarratt family, fromaround New Zealand andAustralia, were in townover the weekend for afamily reunion thatincluded a ‘tiki tour’ ofthe areas planted by Mr

Barratt, includingDonnelly Park, where hedonated five rare dawnredwoods thought to beextinct until the 1940s andLevin East School wherefive kauri trees weregiven in recognition ofthe education his fivechildren received there.

Mr Barratt died in 1995and a tree planted plantedin memory by familymembers in Hokio BeachRd is no longer there.

His daughter JuneBarratt said it was good toknow there was now aspecial tree for each of herparents that familymembers could comeback and visit. Mr Barrattwas also well knownlocally for a number of

community projectfundraisers that includeda new school hall forLevin East, newswimming baths at TatumPark and equipment forthe local gymnastics club.

Barratt’s Corner atLevin Golf Course wasnamed in recognition ofhis contribution to theorganisation.

Originally fromWaipawa, Mr Barratt’slove of Levin saw himproduce the ‘‘Levin BoomCity’’ bumper stickers inthe early 1970s, and put‘Levin on the map’ with 35advertising boardspointing the way to Levin,which he and friends putup all around the countryfrom Bluff to Cape Reinga.

Finger pointing over powerElectra Trust saysadvertising by powerretailer Mercury Energy ismisleading consumers andtrying to divert attentionfrom its own high costs.

Mercury Energy hastaken out newspaperadvertisements whichblame a 2 per cent increasein its power bills onElectra, which distributespower to 42,800 consumersin Kapiti and Horowhenua,and the national gridprovider Transpower.

Electra Trust chairmanChris Turver says whatMercury Energyconveniently doesn’tdisclose is that, like all

other retailers, its costs toconsumers make up a huge70 per cent of power bills.

He says what’s needed iscomplete transparency ofpower bills, listing thethree constituent parts ofnational grid, local linedistribution and retailcosts, so that consumerscan see where the bulk oftheir costs lie. Mr Turversays in Kapiti-Horowhenuathe breakdown of powerbills is 8 per cent forTranspower, 21 per centafter discount fordistribution by Electra and71 per cent for the bigretailers.

The retail costs are way

over the top and explainswhy the retail companieshave consistently refusedto disclose their share ofthe costs on power bills andtry to shed the blameelsewhere.

Mr Turver says, whileMercury Energy promotesthe fact that it will hold allits costs until April 2015, itwould get more publicappreciation if it outlinedhow it was going to reducecosts.

Electra Trust has made asubmission to the ElectricityAuthority proposing thatthe three constituent partsof power bills aretransparently set out.

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On Sunday thePalmerston NorthRescue Helicopter wasdispatched to Akitiofor a teenage girlinvolved in a jetskiaccident.

She sustained neckand back injuries andwas stabilised on sceneby the on board St JohnAdvanced Paramedicbefore being airliftedto Palmerston North ina stable condition.

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WHERE HAVE THE YEARS GONE?: Barry and Wai Cooke celebrate a beautiful lifespanning over 60 years of marriage. Prime Minister John Key and her majesty QueenElizabeth II sent congratulatory cards, and Levin East School presented Barry with ahandmade quilt for his years of service to the school. PICTURE: FRANKIE WEBB

60 ‘beautiful’ yearsBy FRANKIEWEBB

When Barry Cooke spied abeautiful young lady acrossthe dance floor he knew bythe end of the night theywould spend the rest oftheir life together.

It was post war NewZealand, ballrooms sprungup all over the country,young people flocked tothem on Friday andSaturday nights looking forfun and possibly romance.

Waikuhu Kauri was 19,she and a few friendsvisited Wellington’sEmpress ballroom.

‘‘This chap came up andsaid baby let’s dance,’’ Waisaid. ‘‘I was going to say no,I thought he was cheeky.’’

As luck, or fate, wouldhave it, Wai accepted. ‘‘Wedanced for a bit and heasked me to marry him.’’

Smooth talker Barrywas 21 at the time. ‘‘Ourrelationship was a bitfrowned upon, Maori andPakeha relationshipsweren’t accepted as theyare today,’’ Barry said.

‘‘But here we are 60years later, we still loveeach other and we’re still

looking after each other.’’Wai’s grandfather waspolitician Tom Parata, oneof the best known chiefs inNew Zealand and grandsonof the founder of Waikanaetownship,

The couple had aregistry office wedding onFebruary 10, 1954. Not all oftheir family accepted thebetrothal but the coupledidn’t let it stand in theirway.

Barry stayed inWellington where heworked, and Wai returnedto her family in Waikanaeimmediately after thewedding. Wai worked as atelephone toll operator,Barry followed in hisfather’s footstepsqualifying as a butcher.They bought a house inWellington.

Having both come fromlarge families, theyfollowed the trend.

‘‘We had four boys, I toldthe Plunket nurse I wanteda girl next time,’’ Wai said.

To their delight theyproduced two more babies,both girls. In 1973 theCooke’s chose to changetheir lifestyle buying a

rural property in Levin totake up market gardening.

Their WharetunaGardens thrived, the familyloved country life, but itwas shortlived. ‘‘Rightoutside the gardens my carwas struck by another andburst into flames,’’ Waisaid. The scarring, nowbarely visible, causedincredible trauma and theonce confident, people-loving mum no longerwanted to face the public.

The gardens were sold,the couple moved to town.Barry became a taxi driver,until he got what hedescribes as his ‘‘dreamjob’’.

‘‘Levin East School tookme on as caretaker, the kidscalled me Cookie Bear,’’Barry, now 81, said.

‘‘I retired six years ago.’’Wai adds he was still

working there up until twoyears ago. The schoolpresented him with abeautiful handmade quilt.

‘‘We’ve had a beautifullife,’’ Barry said, reflectingon the past 60 years. It’shard to believe we’ve beentogether all this time, itfeels like yesterday.’’

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HITTING the surf at Waitarere Beach to improve their boogie board skills.

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CHILDREN take on the challenging rock face climb, left, and conquer any fear ofheights walking across the high pole, right, at the Makahika Outdoor Centre.

Young people from aroundHorowhenua recentlyenjoyed an activity-packedday courtesy of LevinRotary Club. Starting atWaitarere Beach, the 30children aged 11 to 13, weretaught basic first aid skillsand how to improve theirspeed and time on boogieboards under the watchfuleye of the volunteer SurfLifeguards.

A shearingdemonstration at Law’sFarm gave students hands-on experience managingsheep in pens, including astint at shearing andhelping with the packingand clearing up of wool.

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their time at MakahikaOutdoor Centre to put thethe young people throughthe last physical challengesof the day, on the high bar,flying fox and climbingwall.

Levin Rotary Clubmember Barry Rollinsonsaid it was a chance to giveyoung people, who wouldnot normally have theopportunity to experiencethese types of activities, achance to challengethemselves and move out oftheir comfort zone.

‘‘It was a great day foreveryone involved. Theyoung people loved going inthe sea, especially theboogie boarding and the

Outdoor Centre providedsome real challenges, inparticular the rockclimbing. Some wereclambering up the rock facelike spiders, others weredead scared and it took alltheir effort to get ten feet upbut they got just as muchcheers and support. It was areal positive atmospherethroughout the day.’’

A 40-seater bus anddriver were ‘donated’ forthe day. Lunch was cookedby Rotary members, withfood supplied by localbusinesses. Last Sunday’sevent, the first by LevinRotary for local children, isplanned to be run as anannual event.

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STALWART: UrgentCommunity CareParamedic Coral Stuwarthas been with theprogramme since thebeginning.

Urgent Care Serviceset for revampPlanned changes to the UrgentCommunity Care service will add to itsviability as a sustainable communityservice.

The Urgent Community Care servicewas introduced as an innovative pilotsupported by the local community andhealth providers. It provides a speciallytrained paramedic to treat people withurgent but non-emergency or lifethreatening symptoms.

The UCC paramedic works in liaisonwith GPs, district nurses, pharmacists,physiotherapists, and care homes.

The Government has made acommitment to continue funding theservice if a new model is developed whichprovides a high quality communityservice, is cost effective and is betterintegrated with local primary careservices and other health professionals.

An independent evaluation of the UCCservice in 2013 concluded that, although itprovided an excellent service and ishighly valued by patients and local healthprofessionals, the model needed to changeand ensure:- The high quality of the service to thecommunity is maintained.- There is improved integration withprimary care services.- That increased numbers of patients aremanaged.- That patients access the mostappropriate service-based on their healthneeds.- Best value for money, e.g. a more costeffective service.

St John, MidCentral DHB and, CentralPrimary Health Organisation have beenworking together to develop a new modelof the UCC service which continues tomeet the needs of the community in theHorowhenua.

The changes that need to be madeinclude:- Providing a 12 hour UCC service from

8am to 8pm, seven days per week, whichcovers the times of highest patientdemand.- Introducing a patient charge for the UCCservice, in line with charges for otherlocal medical services, later in the year.- Developing a more integrated urgentcare service model with a walk-in clinic,in collaboration with local services andhealth professionals to meet the futureneeds of the Horowhenua community.This will provide a more effective servicethrough seeing and treating morepatients. The UCC will be able to workmore collaboratively with other healthprofessionals, share access to patientrecords and provide a more integratedservice to patients. This proposal needsfurther development and is subject toapproval by the Ministry of Health.

Dr Greig Russell medical director —Acute Care, Central PHO said ‘‘We aredelighted that the service will continue tosupport patients in the Horowhenua.

‘‘Integrating the service will improvecare to patients and allow more patients tobe seen, which great news is all round.’’

St John Manawatu District operationsmanager Steve Yanko says their goal is tomake sure that all patients who call 111 foran ambulance receive a response which isbest suited to their needs.

Treating patients in the community isin line with the Government’s keyobjective for a Better, Sooner, MoreConvenient health strategy, which has afocus on moving some services closer tocommunities.

The DHB welcomes the news that theUCC service is going to continue. The pilothas shown that paramedics can safelylook after people with urgent health needsin the community.

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New Zealand’s longestserving mayor TimShadbolt and his old mateGary McCormick are onthe way to Levin.

‘‘We are delighted to beworking with Maire andthe team at Te Takere tobring our comedy show tothe public in Levin,’’McCormick said.

‘‘We probably do about60 corporate and publiccomedy shows a year.’’

We want to visit all ofour towns and cities.

Recently voted NewZealand’s most trustedpolitician by ReadersDigest readers, mayorShadbolt is lookingforward to another stinton the road.

‘‘We’ve always enjoyedtravelling the highwaysand byways of thecountry,’’ he said.‘‘Nowadays we try to findnew and interestingplaces where we can meetthe locals.’’

Both are veterans ofthe early days of summerrock festivals in the 70sand 80s, McCormickhaving MCed theSweetwaters RockFestivals for three yearsin a row.

‘‘Tim and I used to

meet up at the variousstages around the site andread poems and tellstories,’’ McCormick said.

Nothing much haschanged except there arelots more stories andbetter jokes.

Gary McCormick,formerly of Heartlandtelevision fame, now co-hosts with Simon Barnettthe More FM BreakfastShow, recently networkedinto the Auckland,Wellington and Waikatoregions.

Shadbolt andMcCormick are active onthe corporate speakingcircuit during the yearbut admit that theirhearts lie in performing

for Kiwis in bars andclubs around thecountry.

The McCormickShadbolt show consists ofmany yarns andanecdotes about the wildand crazy 60s and 70s inNew Zealand,interspersed with jokesand a debate about thefuture of the country —all in good fun.

■ McCormick andShadbolt perform onSaturday March 22 at TeTakere, at 7.30pm. Ticketsearly bird $30 or $35 at thedoor will be available at TeTakere and at Foxton andShannon Libraries thisweek.

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Cruise ships are familyfriendly. From tots toteens, grandparents tograndkids, cruises are funfor all ages. If you’restruggling to find avacation that your five, 10and 15-year-olds will alllove - that has adultactivities, too - ships nowhave extensive kids’facilities, split by age.

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FROMMY DIARY- Cabinet met onMonday andParliament is in recess this week.- Tuesday saw an announcement onthe Lake Horowhenua cleanup.- Wednesday and Thursday I’m aroundthe electorate.- Friday I’m hosting an AustralasianRacingMinister’s Conference.

Since the Government introduced boyracer legislation it has had a verypositive effect locally.

Both policing areas that includeKapiti and Horowhenua haveexperienced over a 50 per cent decline inillegal street racing offences.

The legislation has provided a strongdisincentive to boy racers that wasn’tpreviously there.

It enables Police and courts to targetillegal street racers who commit offences.

It also allows vehicles to be seized andcrushed as a new penalty for illegal streetracing.

It is great to see the progress in thisarea, meaning our communities aresafer.

There are now fewer deaths andinjuries, not only to the boy racersthemselves, but also innocentbystanders.

One of the reasons we are seeing suchpositive results is because boy racersnow have to face the consequences ofrepeated infringements.

The first car to be crushed under thislegislation was in fact fromParaparaumu in June, 2012.

The new legislation also allowsvehicles repeatedly used by people withoverdue traffic fines to be seized and soldto pay those fines.

Kapiti and Horowhenua DistrictCouncils can now create bylaws thatprevent vehicles repeatedly cruising ourstreets or roads.

A tougher stance on this issue was amust to combat the invasiveness of

illegal street racing.I am pleased that these latest results

reflect the hard work the NationalGovernment has put into this area andkeep our communities safer.


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The best backstreet bitesA fewblocks behindSouthBeach, you’ll find understated foodgems,writes J.M.Hirsch

SOUTH Beach simply doesn’t dosubtle.From the beaches (andbeachwear) and architecture, tothe art and the attitudes,

Miami’s South Beach is all about big andbodacious. And the restaurant scene isno exception. World-class chefs — home-grown and imported — have created anenviably impressive buffet of choices,many of them embedded in a dauntinglist of swank-heavy hotels.

Which isn’t always a good thing.Though Miami proper has plenty ofoptions for great hole-in-the-wall grub —some drawn from the area’s rich Cubanculture — South Beach itself can feel likea wasteland if you just want great foodwith flair, without having to get allgussied up for a fine-dining experience.

But if you are willing to wander a fewblocks from the beach, including somestretches that seem deserted, there isgreat grub to be found.

It just requires some suspension ofdisbelief. That’s because both eateries —My Ceviche and La Sandwicherie — arequite literally holes in walls. There areno indoor options at either place and theexteriors are heavy on grunge (and notin a 90s, Kurt Cobain, hip sort of way).But get over it. These places are totallyworth it.

Start at My Ceviche, located on adesolate (though somehow notdiscomforting) chunk of WashingtonAve (the company also has two otherlocations in Miami). You’re looking for adoorway that opens on to a closet-sizedcounter for placing orders. That’s theentirety of the restaurant and you’ll needto eat your food outside, most likelystanding.

Who cares? This is delicious and freshceviche with a have-it-your-way vibe.Start by picking a portion size, then aprotein — fish, shrimp, octopus or acombination. Then the fun begins. Youchose one of six ceviche styles or ways ofdressing it. The rocoto — a blend of limejuice, rocoto peppers, cilantro and redonions — is splendidly tangy andsavoury. Ditto for the tradicional, citrusjuices with avocado, tomato, cilantro andjalapenos.

You also can order ceviche ‘‘bowls,’’which serve the same options over yourchoice of coconut jasmine rice, mixedlettuces or cilantro [coriander] quinoa.

And if seafood isn’t your thing, the chickentacos are excellent, as is the spicy mangoslaw, which isn’t a ‘‘slaw’’ in the traditionalsense, but rather a salad large enough for ameal.

A little closer to Miami Beach’s LincolnRd shopping hub is La Sandwicherie, ajoint so minimalist it doesn’t even have adoorway, though it does offer outdoorstools and a small counter at which to eat.From a long bank of windows cut into thebuilding, some of the area’s hottestsandwiches are served 21 hours a day(closing only from 5-8am each day).

Though La Sandwicherie offers saladsand smoothies, the attraction is thesandwich menu, once again built around acustomised vibe. Pick your bread and yourfilling (more than 20, including slicedmeats, cheeses, avocado, smoked salmon,pate, etc), then your toppings listed on themenu as ‘‘your choice’’ of lettuce, tomatoes,green and hot peppers, black olives, onions,cucumbers, cornichons, mayonnaise andvinaigrette.

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My Ceviche and La Sandwicherie areexcellent lunch spots when you want a biteaway from the beach. Most of thesandwiches cost less than $7 ($8.40), and themedium ceviches start at $11.75.

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LIVINGCOLOUR: The subtle changes in light at sunset aroundMountTaranaki warmwhat we knowwould be cool to touch. PHOTO/TERRY LOBB

ISPENTeight years teachinginterior design at QueenElizabethCollege inPalmerstonNorth.The college runs adult night

classes throughout the year,attracting hundreds of peoplefromall walks of lifewhowant tofurther their education, either asa hobby or for careeropportunities.I would teach for one termof

the year onWednesday nights fortwo hours.My classes rangedfrom 15 to 20 students, aged 18 to76 years.I loved it. The input from

studentswas great. Everyonewas at different stages in theirlives, with some just starting out,otherswith young families, toteenagers leaving home and thesemi-retired, but everyone had acommon bond ofwanting torenovate or build a home.One ofmy oldest students

joined the class because shewassick and tired of her husbandgoing to sleep in front of the TVand shewanted conversation andto do something interestingwithher evenings. Shewas 76; such ahoney.

I would take the class throughthe steps of putting a colourscheme together, placement offurniture, lighting, fabrics and soon. At the end of the eightweeks,hopefully, they had enough skillsto look at their ownhomes andtitivate a room tomake itmoreappealing or feelmore confidentwhen discussing a product suchas paint orwallpaper.Mymain aim, though,was to

make peoplemore aware of theirsurroundings. How the lightmoved through their homesduring the day. Howa colourwillchange fromwall towall androom to roomduring the day andthe changes in light at night.Howdifferent textures can

change a colour; cooler colourscan becomewarmer because of achange in texture and how lightaffects our landscape orsurroundings during the day andnight.We all have such busy lives

andmost of the timewe don’t takethe time to look around us.I would get the students to

make a colourwheelwithwhatever items they had at home.They couldmake it out ofanything as long as it could berecognised as a colourwheel andthey didn’t just colour in thewheelwith pencils.It was such an interesting

exercise. One year I had a studentwho couldn’t wait to get out ofclass and go home. Before thetwo-hour classwas through shehad pulled her kids’ toys apartandmade her colourwheel.Bright, shiny, plastic toy pieceshad been glued to her cardboard.I think a few of the others felt

sorry for her children for nolonger having their toys to playwith. In that same class anotherstudent hadmade her colourwheel fromher sewing stash. Shehad feathers, wool, sequins andfabric. She had found it quite achallenge to find all the colours,but herwheel looked fantastic.Another year one of the

women produced a colourwheel

of buttons. She had beencollecting them for years and hadan incredible array of shapes,sizes and colours.This particular colourwheel

ended up framed and became adecorative feature on awall of herhome. Therewas always ‘‘showand tell’’ with thewheels so theclass could see the differences intexture.It was supposed to be fun,

rather than a chore and, at theend of the day, everyone couldunderstand (hopefully)what Imeant about seeing colour andtexture and howone changes theother.I always askedwhowere

morning people andwhowere

night owls as I often found thismade a difference in howpeoplesaw changes in light.It’s quite different at the

beginning and end of a day and Ifind thatmorning people often seethe subtle changes during the daythat night people don’t.I always askedwhy they liked

themorning best and did theydream in black andwhite or incolour. Some people haven’t aclue on this because they can’tremember their dreams.One year I had one ofmy

students describewhy shewas amorning person. Her vision of thewakening of a newdaywas soclearwe could all have beenthere.She described something I

often feel at the start of a newday,like a little kid onChristmasmorning bursting to openmy firstpresent, the uncontrollable purepleasure of thewakening of a newday.So, if at least half ofmy ‘‘night’’

students becomemore aware oflight and colour, like thatmorningstudent described, then I feel Ihave achievedwhat I set out todo.On that note, I am running two

workshops in theWanganuiWoman’sNetwork La Fiesta onMarch 9. Formore info, contactme on 027 602 3298.

■ If you are interested inanything I have discussed, youcan sendmean email [email protected] likemeonFacebook—Terry LobbColour andDesign.

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Message from the MayorHorowhenuahas once againbeen host tosome fantasticcommunityevents over the

past month, such as Art in the Park,the Horowhenua API Show, WaitangiDay Celebrations, the MedievalMarket, Organic River Festival,Shannon’s Spectacular Car Show,white water action at Mangaore...and a dog show!

In total these events were attended bythousands of residents and attractedthousands of visitors to the District. Suchevents are valuable in more ways than one,encouraging community participation,showcasing the lifestyle Horowhenuacan offer, and the list goes on.

And, there are some very positivesigns that the Horowhenua District isbecoming a more attractive place to live.

Our economy is showing strong signs ofoptimism with house sales, motor vehicle

purchases, residential building consentsand retail spending all in growth mode.

In efforts to see the district’s economygrow and prosper, Council staff haveconsulted with local businesses andprepared the Horowhenua EconomicDevelopment Strategy to be presentedto Council. It will soon be made publicso you will have the opportunity toread it for yourself. Together we canmake its success happen.

Mayor Brendan Duffy

Foxton to host regional Rotary conferenceRotary members will form an armyof community workers during theirannual regional conference inFoxton later this month.

On Saturday 22 March, day two of thethree day conference, attendees willbe out in groups between PalmerstonNorth and Paraparaumu, volunteeringtheir services for community projects.

Rotary District 9940 Governor, DebGimblett of Foxton, says this is a newinitiative for a Rotary conference.

“We’ll be doing what Rotarians do best- helping and assisting people in ourcommunities. One of my goals for thisyear is creating a stronger presenceand understanding of what Rotary isand what we do”.

Horowhenua District CouncilEconomic Development Manager,Shanon Grainger, says the conferencehighlights Horowhenua as anemerging central venue for lowerNorth Island conferences.

“It is a great opportunity to showthe welcoming and supportive

environment on offer here inHorowhenua”.

“Rotary already contributes a greatdeal to the District and it will be greatto see Rotarians out and about andmucking-in to complete communityprojects”.

“I’m sure that our retailers, tourismand accommodation providers will alsobe pleased to see so many helpful andhappy visitors”.

Deb says the conference willbe attended by Rotarians fromthroughout the region, but there willbe opportunities for the public to beinvolved as well.

From Friday 21 March to Sunday 23March at Manawatu College there willbe a project fair which will be opento everyone to learn about Rotary’swork locally, as well as nationally andinternationally.

“For instance, we will have on displayour Shelter Box and tents that wesend overseas to be used in a naturaldisaster,” Deb said.

On Saturday 22 March at 11.00amthere will be a free magic show opento the public at Te Takere in Levin and,on Sunday 23 March from 10.00am to3.00pm there will be a craft/artisanmarket at the Memorial Hall in MainStreet, Foxton, which is also open tothe public.

Deb says the conference will be anideal opportunity to promote the“beautiful Horowhenua district”.

Rotary District 9940 Governor Deb Gimblett willjoin fellow Rotary members out working in thecommunity on Saturday March 22.

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Message from Foxton Community BoardFoxton Community Board sub-committeesare making good progress on a couple ofour key projects, namely the Main Streetupgrade and the Foxton Beach Cycle andWalkway network. Recommendations willbe made back to the Board over the nextcouple of months.

We had an excellent turnout of over 50 children for theinaugural Splash ‘n’ Dash kids duathlon/triathlon at the Foxton

Pool on Saturday 15 February. The event had very positivefeedback and it was great to see the kids active and determined!

While the huge boat ‘Guru’, which was assembled at theFoxton Beach boat ramp, has now gone, another smallervessel arrived on a large truck and was also launched fromthe site earlier this month. Locals turned out again tosupport. No cranes required this time. It seems that FoxtonBeach is becoming location of choice for larger craft – longmay it continue!

Janine Smart(Chair)

Feedback sought on cat ownershipHorowhenua District Council has received a requestfrom the SPCA to consider the introduction of a bylaw torestrict the number of cats that may be kept on an urbanproperty to three.

The Council would like to receive feedback from thecommunity on this proposal before considering it formally.

We welcome your feedback and you might like to considerthe following matters:

• Should there be a bylaw restricting the number of catskept on urban properties?

• What exemptions should apply (for example, breeders orcatteries)?

• What is an appropriate number of cats to be permitted/restricted?

• Are there any other alternatives you would like theCouncil to consider?

Residents are invited to submittheir opinions and suggestionsto us by email to [email protected], or postto: Tony Thomas, HorowhenuaDistrict Council, Private Bag 4002,Levin 5540.

Residents urgedto conserve waterHorowhenua residents are reminded thatlevel one water restrictions are currently inplace until further notice for all Council watersupplies within the Horowhenua district.

These restrictions mean that:

• Garden sprinklers may be used only from5.00am to 9.00am and from 7.00pm to 9.00pmon alternative days - at houses with even streetnumbers on even dates and at houses with oddstreet numbers on odd dates.

• Hand-held hoses are permitted on your odd oreven date at any time.

• Soak hoses are banned at all times duringwater restrictions.

District water supplies come under severepressure during summer and Council imposeswater restrictions to ensure the demand does notexceed the volumes available.

Residents are urged to be mindful when wateringplants and gardens, and to practice deep wateringonce or twice per week, rather than shallowwatering more frequently.

Updates will be available on the Council’swebsite: www.horowhenua.govt.nz

Water supplies updateThe precautionary boil water notices for Shannon andTokomaru water supplies have been lifted by HorowhenuaDistrict Council.

The move has the support of the Ministry of Health andMidCentral Health’s Public Health Services, who haveconfirmed the notices are no longer necessary.

Shannon’s new water treatment plant, with itsstate-of-the-art membrane filtration system, is now fullycommissioned, running and producing high quality water.

The Tokomaru’s boil water notice was counter-productive asit gives the perception that the water is contaminated and notpotable. The Tokomaru water supply actually produces highquality water which complies with ‘New Zealand DrinkingWater Standards’ bacteriological requirements and, therefore,there is no need to boil the water before use.

Meanwhile, Foxton’s Water Treatment Plant is currentlybeing upgraded and, as part of this, more chlorine will beintroduced to the supply to ensure enough chlorine is presentto completely disinfect the water as it travels through the watersupply mains.

As a result, residents may notice the water begin to smell ortaste slightly different.

The Foxton water supply mains will also be cleaned.

This will be done by air scouring, which involves using highpressure air and water to clean the inside of the pipes andremove any build-up that has occurred over the years. Residentswill be notified when the section of water main supplying themwill be cleaned.


community connection • Issue 78 • March 2014

‘On the spot’ with one of the staffMonique Davidson, Group Manager – StrategicPartnerships and Community Services

“I was born, bred and educated in the Horowhenuabefore attending Victoria University of Wellington whereI completed a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts inEducation and Policy.

After completing my tertiary studies I began working atHorowhenua District Council as Community DevelopmentManager and have been fortunate to be given a number ofopportunities to extend my skill set and career.

My current responsibilities and portfolios include:Communications and Marketing, CommunityDevelopment, Economic Development, Customer Services,Governance and Executive Support and Library Services.

I believe Local Government provides a rare opportunityto connect to community at a grass roots level, while stillhaving strong exposure and links at a national level to haveinfluence and make a difference.

I believe the HorowhenuaDistrict has enormouspotential, I am often in awe ofits resiliency, innovation andpro-activeness. Over the lastthree years I have met manycommunity members whocontinue to volunteer theirtime and energy to enhancethe wellbeing of this district.

My vision for Horowhenua District Council is to be leadersin local government, that embraces its customer with a “cando” attitude and an environment that encourages people toengage and be involved in local decision making.

I am married to John, a primary school teacher. I am aproud member of Rotary and also enjoy playing netball. Ihave strong ties to the Horowhenua through my family anda real interest in seeing the District prosper, something Ican play a part in through my role here at the Council.”

CommunityCapacityBuildingProgrammeCommunity groups are beingoffered training to help broadentheir knowledge and skills, thanksto Horowhenua District Council’sCommunity Capacity BuildingProgramme.

Twelve workshops have been offered,with a variety of topics such as‘Information Privacy’, ‘DesigningPosters In-House’, ‘Grants andFunding’ and ‘First Aid’.

The Community Capacity BuildingProgramme was created in response tonumerous requests for skills trainingfor community groups.

Community Development Officer,Garreth Stevens, says rather thandistribute funding to specific groupsfor individual projects, the programmeencourages collaboration bycoordinating and offering training toall non-profit groups in the district.

“The Community Capacity BuildingProgramme was developed in responseto frequent funding applicationsfor individual training or servicessuch as accounting or marketing.

By investing in Capacity BuildingProgrammes, Council is supportingcommunity groups to become moresustainable and skilled benefiting all ofHorowhenua”.

Horowhenua Breathe Easy SupportGroup president Carroll Cumming hasattended three workshops and saysthey have been very helpful.

“Possibly the most beneficial for mewould have been the poster designingworkshop. I already do some of thiskind of work, but the tutors fromSeniorNet were extremely patient andhelpful in teaching me new techniquesin a simple way, as well as being

available for follow-up help”, she said.

The Community Capacity BuildingProgramme runs until May. Thismonth’s workshops are ‘Speakingwith Impact’ this Friday 7 March and‘Governance and Finance for Non-Profits’ on Friday 21 March. Futureworkshops include a session on‘Organisational Code of Ethics’, ‘TheTreaty of Waitangi’, and ‘EmergencyManagement Planning’.

For more information or to registerfor a workshop visitwww.horowhenua.govt.nz or contactGarreth Stevens on 06 366 0999 [email protected]

Monique Davidson.

Life to the Max youth coordinator Ann Mulligan, right, is‘treated’ by Healthcare NZ service coordinator Kim Stiven,

left, and Arohamai Literacy tutor Aileen Putze during theCapacity Building Programme’s first aid workshop.


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Ph. 06 366 0999 • Fax. 06 366 0983 • Private Bag 4002, Levin 5540 • 126 Oxford Street, Levin 5510www.horowhenua.govt.nz • [email protected] service hours: Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm, Wednesday 9.30am - 5.00pm

Garry Good(Deputy Mayor)

VictoriaKaye-Simmons

Jo Mason Tony Rush

Piri-HiraTukapua

Janine Smart(Chair)

David Roache(Deputy Chair)

Tricia Metcalf

Wayne Bishop ChristineMitchell

Ross Brannigan Michael Feyen Ross Campbell Amanda Street Basil Vertongen

Foxton Community BoardHorowhenua District Councillors

Brendan Duffy(Mayor)

Council Meetings

Horowhenua District CouncilMeetings are held on the first Wednesday of eachmonth, starting at 4.15pm in Council Chambers.The meeting agenda is available to the public. Anyonewishing to speak to Council on a matter containedin the agenda will be given five minutes and shouldregister their interest with the Meeting SecretaryKaren Corkill, phone 366 0999 ext 6840, by 12 noon onthe day of the meeting.

Foxton Community BoardThe Board will next meet on Monday 17 March,6.30pm, at the Lions Club Hall, 8 Park Street, Foxton.

Public Notices

Bath Street refurbishmentThe road and footpath on Bath Street, betweenOxford Street and Salisbury Street, in Levin is toreceive a much-needed refurbishment following anupgrade to the water main through this area.The work includes resurfacing the road with asphaltand relaying the footpath on the northern side ofBath Street with asphalt.It will also include various changes to the roadlayout to improve the safety to both motorists andpedestrians. These improvements include relocatingthe pedestrian crossing closer to Te Takere andrelocating the taxi stand on the south side of BathStreet to outside the New World supermarket.As a result of these works there will be temporarydisruption to the existing footpaths and roadway,and the Bath Street access to Te Takere’s YouthSpace will be closed temporarily.Members of the public are asked to be carefulwhen walking, driving or cycling in this area.Council apologises for any inconvenience causedby these works.

Saturday 8 March - Sunday 9 MarchOtaki Kite FestivalMarine Parade, Otaki Beach. Enjoy free, open-air, eco-friendlyfun. Be wowed by every kind of kite imaginable from the giantto the tiny, acrobatic and single line. Kite buggies, kite surfing,weird and wonderful, traditional and international designs.Get involved in the contests and kite making. A festival foreveryone, kids and grown ups, amateurs and professionals. Visitwww.facebook.com/OtakiFestivalOfTheWind for more info.

Friday 14 MarchLevin Folk Music Club hosts touring acoustic gig7.30pm – 10.30pm at the Horowhenua Scottish Society Hall,corner Bartholomew Road and Middlesex Street, Levin.A gig for all lovers of finely played acoustic music with guitarsand ukuleles. UK folk and Americana songwriters Adam Piggottand Jayne Freeman will play live in Levin as part of their tourof New Zealand.The duo have been performing musicians for 20 years, playingprofessionally from 2005, and will showcase their song-writingalongside fresh interpretations of classic songs.With strong influences from country, folk, blues and jazz, theirsound has been described as a mix of Paul Simon, LeonardCohen, Debbie Harry and Ry Cooder.Door entry is $8 (members $5) and children $3.

Friday 21 March‘Governance and Finance forNon-profit Organisations’ workshop10.00am – 1.00pm in the Rimu and Totara Meeting Roomsat Te Takere, Levin. This Community Capacity BuildingProgramme workshop provides valuable training that can helpyour organisation manage without the luxury of an in-houseaccountant.The presentation covers everything from financial statements,reports and legal requirements to tips about audits, accountingsoftware and risk minimisation.For more information or to register, please RSVP with yourname and organisation by 14 March to Garreth Stevens [email protected]

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Levin scouts lap up jamboree

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LEVIN’S St Mary’s Scouts at the 20th New Zealand ScoutJamboree in Feilding earlier this year.

St Mary’s Scouts joined morethan 3000 scouts from aroundNew Zealand and the world totake part in the 20th New ZealandJamboree in Feilding earlier thisyear.

The 22 Levin scouts, part ofthe River Coast contingent madeup of scouts from Waitarere,Titahi Bay and Western Bay ofPlenty, spent 10 days undercanvas, taking part in amultitude of physical activities,including driving excavators,mud runs, caving and raftingfrom December 28 to January 6.

Jamboree contingent leaderfor the Levin scouts, BarryFitzgerald, said the scouts wereresponsible for feeding their

contingent and taking care oftheir camp site.

‘‘They had an amazing timewith scouts from all over theworld that will make for alifetime of memories andexperiences.’’

Mr Fitzgerald said withoutthe generous support of a largenumber of groups, companiesand individuals within thecommunity, it would not havebeen possible to send itsscouts and four leaders to thejamboree.

‘‘We really appreciate the helpgiven to us with fundraising,donations and help getting someof the much needed equipmentfor the event and wish to

sincerely thank everyoneinvolved.’’

Youth keen to find out moreabout St Mary’s Keas, Cubs,Scouts or Venturer Unit, foryouth aged 14 to 18 workingtowards Queen Scout and Dukeof Edinburgh Awards, and bepart of the next Scout Jamboree,are welcome to come down to StMary’s Church, cornerManchster St and Cambridge St,on Tuesdays 6.30pm-8pm (cubs),Wednesdays 5.30pm-6.30pm(Keas) and 7pm-9pm (Scouts andVenturers).

For more information pleasecontact Barry Fitzgerald on (06)367-8487 (evenings) or [email protected].

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The Benefits of Martial ArtsPhysical and mental agility forrelaxation and work are the keybenefits gained when trainingat the Horowhenua Tai Chiand Martial Arts Academy inLevin. Under the direction ofSensei Ian Perkins, who hasbeen studying and practicingvarious martial arts techniquesfor over five decades, alongwith his training instructorsguide students through thephysical and mental trainingthat teaches the ability tomaintain clarity of mindregardless of the situation theyare facing.

Ian said when facing aggression,have the ability to keep calmand maintaining a clear mindenables one to focus ondefusing the threat, or if theneed be defend against it.

At the Horowhenua Academyof Tai Chi and Martial Arts,students can learn the finerarts of Karate, Brazilian jujitsu,Indonesian kickboxing andground based grappling.

Included in the training is theuse of ancient oriental weapons,he said this is essential todevelop the co-ordinationbetween eye and hand.

The academy also holdsTai Chi classes, run by himselfand Veronica, he believesTai Chi is one of the bestexercise regimes for both youngand old, its gentle flowingmovement helps with flexibility.

The benefits of training at theHorowhenua Academy ofTai Chi and Martial Arts arehealth, harmony and prosperitythrough the scienceof martial arts.

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ON THE MOVE: Shane Dewar (41p) tries an outside pass on Chris Ash (9p). Ash picked up a third place in the second heat and a fourth placein the final.

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The Oval Superstars Tour finalround of the Minisprint series hitPalmerston North last weekend.

The five-round series has seenteams travel the length andbreadth of the North Island.

Christian Hermansen (28p)made no race of the opener,blitzing the opposition to get theheat one victory under his belt,from 93p Karl McGill and 72pStephen Buys.

Buys was undoubtedly thebiggest mover in the pack,moving through the field up tothird from grid 9.

An incident on a restart in thesecond heat saw 38a DonaldKuriger roll over, with 11p RobertOrr also damaging his wing in theprocess. 31s Brett Giles was thecomfortable winner ahead of 97pJordan McLeod and 9p Chris Ash.

Buys and Hermansen bothmade up nine places from theirstarting grids.

With Buys on the front row ofthe grid after a pole shuffle, the20-lap feature had the potential tobe a a follow the leader affair.Hermansen threw that predictionout of the window with animpressive charge around theoutside, overtaking 4w ShaneSimpson , Giles and then Buys allwithin half a lap.

However, Hermansen’s hardwork was undone when his carground to a halt with a few laps togo.

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Heat Two: 31s Brett Giles, 97p

JordanMcLeod, 9p Chris Ash, 72p,8p Nathan Jefferies, 41p ShaneDewar Fastest Lap: 31s 15.9199

Final: 72p, 93p, 4w, 31s, 97p, 9pFastest Lap: 28p 15.7724.


Athletic Rugby & Sports Club has a range of sporting activities to cover the needs of thepeople of the Horowhenua.

Participating in the local rugby competition since 1931, we have over the years addedNetball, Women’s Hockey and more recently Soccer for the enjoyment of all sportsfanatics and their supporters who want to join a family-orientated, motivated sports club.

For those that “love the game” but no longer participate we offer “associate” memberships.

Come and join us at our home, Playford Park on Bartholomew Road, Levin, or contact:

Club CaptainCarwyn Millard Mobile 027 589 5059

Home 06 367 3385Email: [email protected]

SecretaryLynette Shanks Mobile 027 636 1410

Home 06 368 9084Email: [email protected]

PresidentGerard de Castro Mobile 021 208 7267

Home 06 368 3850Work 06 368 5052Email: [email protected]

ATHLETIC RUGBY & SPORTS CLUB

Play Rugby,Netball,Women's Hockey& Soccer.

Carwyn 3673385

Junior Rugby RegistrationU7’s thru to U13Subs $20pp, $30 for familyBring Birth Certificateswhen registeringDates: 16 and 23 March 9am till 12pm

3 April 5.30pm till 7.30pm

CoContact Club Caaptain ffor furthher detaails:

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Senior A & BTrainings

Tuesday &Thursday 6.00pmContact:

Dean File 0212 443241 (Chairman)

Hilton Williams 027 4131456 (Secretary)

Terry Legg 0276117458 (Club Captain) If you

would like to join a friendly rural community

club, you are most welcome to come

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The Shannon RFC wasformed in 1899 and

since that time we haveprovided a great base for allof our players throughout thegrades. As is the case withmany smaller clubs, we havestruggled for numbers attimes, however the ShannonClub is one of the maincommunity focal points andit is essential to continuewell into the future.

We operate a very goodJunior rugby system for ourmorning grade players andwelcome any new playersinto the club. Any parentsor supporters wishing toassist with our young playersare more than welcome.

This year we will fieldPremier and Reserve Gradeteams in the Horowhenua-Kapiti competition, withcoaches and managementin place to run these squads.Trainings are on Tuesdaysand Thursdays, 6.00pm atthe Shannon Domain.

We have just held our27th Annual 7’s tournament,with teams from Wairarapa,Manawatu, Horowhenua–Kapiti & Wellingtontaking part. Athletic beatWanderers in the plate final,with Greytown defeatingShannon in the grand final.

Contact the Club Chairman, Dean File on0212 443241, for further information.

Looking for a youth organisationthat offers practical life-saving skills?St John Youth has a calendar full of

fun camps, exciting events and first aidcompetitions. The Penguin Programmeoffers fun times and badges for six to

nine-year old boys and girls. Our YouthDivision trains people from eight to

eighteen years old in a range ofhigh-interest topics, culminating in a

Queen-commissioned Award.

Penguins and Youth meet on Mondaynights from 5-6.30pm at the

AOG Youth Hall,20 Bledisloe Street, Levin.

For more information, contactPetrice Butler at 027-440-6774,

email [email protected] orcheck out our facebook page.

Penguins and Youthmeet on Monday nightsfrom 5 - 6.30pm at the



email [email protected] check out our facebook page.

Penguins and Youthmeet on Monday nightsfrom 5 - 6.30pm at the



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"Speaking of Levin Toastmasters"is part of an international franchise of

clubs dedicated to the improvement ofpublic speaking. It benefits people

who seek a leadership or presentingrole in any organisation.

Our club is professional, friendly andexperienced and we are full of public

speaking techniques and tips.You are most welcome to visit and

see for yourself!We meet every second and fourth

Wednesday of the month,from 7.30 - 9.30pm at the

Red Cross Hall, 524 Queen St, Levin.Call Nick Green at 368-8175 or

Bruce Clark at 368-3999for more information.

Levin Toastmasters meet everysecond and fourth

Wednesday of the month,from 7.30 - 9.30pm at the

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Call Nick Green at 368-8175or Bruce Clark at 368-3999

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LEVIN POTTERY CLUB4A Kent Street, Levin

Club Nights with informal tuition onTuesdays 5.00pm - 7pm

New Members WelcomeClub President Yo Watson - 367 3025

Daytime class starting soonTuesday afternoons.

Please contact Rosalie Blake - 362-6784.

Annual General MeetingTuesday 8th April 2014 6:00pm atclubrooms 4a Kent Street, Levin

You will find Levin Pottery Club tucked inbehind Thompson House at 4a Kent Street,Levin, surrounded by tranquil gardens.Drop in any Tuesday evening between5.00 and 7.00pm and you will be welcomedby club members beavering away at a varietyof pieces. The club has all the equipmentyou need including clay, potting wheels, gasand electric kilns, a variety of bright colourfulglazes and of course, tuition.

Whether you’re a beginner or an experiencedpotter, you’ll be glad you contactedThe Levin Pottery Club.

President: Yo Watson 367 [email protected]

In 2013 the Society donated a book to Te Takere Library.‘Chips Of The Auld Rock’ would be of particular interest to

New Zealander’s of Shetland descent or those interested in thehistory of Shetlander’s in New Zealand.

The society meets quarterly in Palmerston North, has a regularnewsletter, a library and members who can assist with family research.

SHETLAND SOCIETYOf MANAWATU

For information contact:Mackie Coutts – 368 4502

Ron Sinclair – 367 0276

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Commitment, Loyalty, PrideBe part of an outstanding rugby and sports club that

delivers an enjoyable and successful environment

to all its members.

Junior Rugby, Senior Rugby, Womens Rugby, Netball.

Come along and join the ‘Family Club’

JUNIOR RUGBY REGISTRATIONS CONTINUE:

THURSDAYS, MARCH 6th, 13th, 20th 5:30pm – 7:00pm& SATURDAYS, MARCH 8th, 15th 9:00am – 11:00am

at Levin Domain Clubrooms.

SENIOR RUGBYTRAININGS:

TUESDAYS &THURSDAYS 6:30pm PLAYFORD PARK No. 5(by Scout Hall)

For all enquiries phone Craig (0275) 456 459or email [email protected]

Mighty, Mighty Old Boys!

LEVIN COLLEGE OLD BOYS R.F.C

KOTUKU SEA SCOUTGROUP

Kotuku Sea ScoutsBoys and girls 10-14 years.Thursdays 6:30- 8:30 pm

Camping, Tramping,Sailing, Rowing, Biking

Call Group LeaderKeith Christensen

368 3533 Or 0800 SCOUTS

Kotuku CubsBoys and girls 8-10 years

Wednesdays 6:30-8:00 pmGames, crafts, outdoor activities

First month free!

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Levin Contract Bridge Club• The Levin Club has its own

premises in Tawa Street• Bridge is a card game for young

and old• The club welcomes new and

returning players• The club offers 5 session of bridge

weekly, 3 evening and2 afternoon session

• Beginners and Improvers lessonsare held during the day and at night

• Social events occur throughout theyear on a Sunday afternoon

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Bridge is an absorbing pastimeBridge is a partnership gameBridge is a training tool for the mindBridge is a people gameBridge encourages creativityBridge provides competitive opportunitiesBridge provides social contactBridge is a world wide sportOnce you play Bridge, you’ll neverplay any other card game

Lessons available

For further details contactDorothy Mackay 367 9438Colin Markwell 363 5125

Come and join us ....Scottish Country Dancing is popular allover the world and is enjoyed by people ofall ages. It is a social form of dancing and isdanced in ‘sets’ usually with four ‘couples’.Most members of our club come alone –you do not need to come with a partner.The only requirements are comfortablecasual dress and soft-soled shoes. All agegroups can enjoy and benefit greatly fromScottish Country Dancing, in particular from:

• Happy social interaction and teamwork

• Physical agility and co-ordination

• Mental agility and concentration

No previous experience is necessary.The Levin club has an experienced tutorand the club welcomes new dancers andencourages and supports them as they learn.

Our club year begins on 10 March andall are welcome.

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Meet atLevin Uniting Church Hall

87 Oxford Street

Monday evenings7.30pm - 10pm

Ages 8 - 88

ContactKATHRYN 367 9494

LEVIN COLLEGE OLD BOYS R.F.CEstablished in 1947, Levin College Old Boys RFC is in its67th year and one of the youngest and smallest clubs inthe Horowhenua-Kapiti rugby union.

An all-inclusive, family orientated club, LCOBRFC has a historyof fostering young talent and creating an environment that isboth enjoyable and successful on and off the field of play.

COMMITMENT, LOYALTY and PRIDE are the mantra’s so widelyreferred to among members and reflects the values they havefor each other and those that have represented the club beforethem – family values.

Situated under the Levin Domain Grandstand, the LCOBRFCclubrooms provide a tidy and relaxed atmosphere for itsmembers and visitors, with fresh carpet and newly laid vinylflooring being recent additions, alongside dedicated lounge andchildren’s areas, complete with separate TV & DVD.

A comprehensive range of hot and cold beverages as well asfresh and pre-prepared foods are always available and the clubhas fast become a favourite amongst members and guests for itscatering qualities.

LCOBRFC offer a variety of playing and non-playingmemberships and have a team for most levels of competitivenessand because of strong local business support, are able to offersome of the best membership prices in the district.

Junior rugby, senior rugby, womens rugby, netball, or purely asupporter of sport, LCOBRFC are looking for members to sharein their history and be part of their future.

Junior rugby registrations continue on Thursdays and Saturdaysand senior rugby training on Tuesdays and Thursdays (refer ouraccompanying ad) with senior pre-season fixtures scheduled forMarch 8th and 15th before the season commences on March 29th.

Come along and join the family club…MIGHTY, MIGHTY OLD BOYS!

Ever had your child join a team or club only toleave after a few weeks, whilst you are left withuniforms, boots or other gear and you've paid for

the whole term?Kotuku Sea Scout Group offers the whole first monthfree as a trial period so you're welcome to bring yourchild along to see what it's all about with no obligation.

We have two sections –Cubs: 8-10 years Wednesdays 6:30-8 pm

Run by Group Leader Keith Christensen – crafts,outdoor activities and games.

Sea Scouts 10-14 years Thursday 6:30-8:30Run by Scout Leaders Paul 'Robbo' Robinson andChris Henry – sailing, rowing, tramping, cycling, camping

and kayaking.

We meet our hall at the east end of Power Street,Playford Park, beside the Levin Holiday Park

Scouts commit to doing their best in everythingthey do, and to helping others, at the same time aslearning valuable problem-solving and teambuildingskills. We've been building great citizens out of theyouth of the Horowhenua since 1959. It's also greatfun for adults – we have plenty of opportunitiesfor the right people to join our leadership team –

definitely the cheapest way to go sailing.

Contact the Group Leader Keith Christensen368 3533 or 0800 SCOUTS or visit our website

www.kotukusea.scouting.org.nz

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GOLF ROUNDUPLevin Golf Club:Levin’s Ann Hogg has won the top women’sdivision at the New Zealand InternationalSeniors Golf Championships at Taupo.Ann won 7/6 over Beryl MacLeod in the finallast Thursday. Seeded 7th in division 1, Annhad a solid run beating three Australians on herway to the final.Congratulations to Brydie Hodge being one offour girls selected by NZ Golf to represent NewZealand in the Australian National Girls Ama-teur Championships at Croydon Golf Club,Victoria, Australia from 9th-11th April 2014. Wewish you all the best.Results:Monday February 24: Mixed 9 Hole GolfStableford: Jean Bainbridge 27, Daryl Baker23, Joe Barnao 21.Tuesday Febuary 25: Men stableford results:Roger Perring, Mike Tate 43, Warren Goyne,John Hewitson 42, Peter Coleman, JackVeltman, Fred James 41.Men stableford twos: Ron Gibbard 14, MikeTate 14.Wednesday February 26: Ladies LGU 1 NetMedal Results: Josephine Jensen 65, ChloeEastham, Diane Dunlop, Shirley Calder 68,Nan Sterne 70.Ladies LGU 1 Twos: Shirley Calder 12, NanSterne 12, Diane Dunlop 14.Thursday February 27: Mixed 9 hole net medalresults: John Bone 31, Mary Wilson 35, JamesMcKenzie, John Hailwood, Alison Greer 36.Mixed 9 hole twos: James McKenzie 14.Early starters net medal results: Fred James,Martin Wallace 71, Mike Tate, Eric Smith,Ralph Klaffke, John Hewitson 72.Ian King, Graham Hislop 73.Early starters twos: Ralph Klaffke 14.Late starters bisque par results: Tyler Hodge 4,Bruce Smith 2, Ken Sterne, Alistair Finn, RoySutherland, Terry Taylor 1.Late starters bisque par twos: Tyler Hodge 2,7,Shane Wadsworth 14.Saturday March 1: Early men stablefordresults: Ron Gibbard 41, Warren Goyne, EricSmith 38, Owen Bonis, Tony Gibson 37.Early men twos: Michael Atkins, Owen Bonis,Robert Corkill, Warren Goyne, JohnQuayle 14,Peter Edwards, Warren Goyne 2.Hosie Cup and Betty Henderson net medalresults: Ann Hogg 67, Beth Miles 70, CarolLouisson, Jan Kereopa 71.Hosie Cup 1 and Betty Henderson twos: DianeDunlop 2.

Late starters par results: Gerald Harpur, PatrickEnright 7, Reg Sinkinson 5, RobertWard, PeterBrooky, David Louisson 4.Late starters twos: Kieran Corkill, Alistair Finn7, Patrick Enright, Dale Futcher, StevenLeppard, Martin Wallace 2.Draw for the first round of the Four Ball BestBall to be played at Levin Golf Club onSaturday.11.03GHarpur,WMeyer play BWicker, GCliff11.10 R Brooky, R Eadie play R Ward, SHartley11.17 K deGraaff, K Sterne play R Grout, RPerring11.24 A Upston, S Dando play R Moody, RSinkinson11.31 C Ward, T McAdam play G Ellis, RBatchelor11.38 M Dunston, M Wallace play A Finn, AKearns11.45 C Giddens, D Giddens play R Young, STofa11.52 D Futcher, S Leppard play P Enright, RHarveyThere are other starting times available foranyone wishing to play this day. Please phonethe Pro Shop for your starting time.Foxton Golf Club:The mixed Senior’s tournament sponsored bySummerset Retirement Village that was held atFoxton Golf course from Monday February 24to Friday February 28.The tournament was a resounding success,both the golf and the evening entertainmentadded to the enjoyment for all those who tookpart, especially the international visitors fromthe UK and Canada. There were two holes inone and 30 twos during the course of the week.Both holes in one were scored on the short patthree 10th hole on Tuesday by Viviene Jonesand on Thursday by Tony Rogers both visitorsfrom Linton Camp Golf Club.Results: Group 2: Winners D Scott and EHalford, Runnersup D and J WaereaConsolation: B Pene and S Calder. RunnersUp, D Buckell and J Satchwell.Group1 Winners, D Harris and M Cawood.Runnersup, L and J Slater.Consolation: I Poole and L Soo. Runners Up.W and R Leach.Saturday March 1, Overall Winner John Davis66. Group 1. Margaret Chrystall 68, Kim Kuiti69, Murray Wann 70, Darren Cootes 70Group 2. Doug Tatana 71, Elliott Olson 71,Lorna Soo 71.

CROQUET RESULTSCroquet Manawatu-Wanganui GolfCroquet Interclub Competition, week 6:

The situation has got even tighter atthe top of the table with a 5-3 win byFeilding over previously unbeatenRose Gardens lifting it to second place,only one point behind RG. Anothergood win by Marton put it in strikingdistance of the leaders in fourth place,only one point behind third-placedLevin.

The latter held on to third placedespite its loss to Marton, the rapidimprovers. A bottom of the table clashsaw Wanganui defeat Takaro to gainits second win of the competition.

Takaro has yet to achieve its first,although it did manage a draw in weektwo. With four weeks to go, any of fourteams could win. The other two prob-ably have to make up too much ground.

Marton 6, Levin 2Individual results: Graeme McIntyre and

Shirley Spooner (M) beat Ted Anderson andWally Richards (L) 7-5; Mary McNae and BarryRankin (M) beat Jean Reid and Lois Molloy (L)7-6; Anderson and Reid (L) beat McIntyre andMcNae (M) 7-6; Molloy and Richards (L) btRankin and Spooner (M) 7-4; McIntyre (M)beat Anderson (L) 7-6; McNae (M) beat Reid(L) 7-6; Rankin (M) beat Molloy (L) 7-6;Spooner (M) beat Richards (L) 7-5.

Rose Gardens 3, Feilding 5.Individual results: Janice Coleman and

Fiona Francis (F) beat Max Charlton and RobinScott (RG) 7-4; Mike Bell and Bob Mabey (F)beat Warren Hawke and Jeannette MacEwan(RG) 7-6; Coleman and Bell (F) beat Charltonand Hawke (RG) 7-4; MacEwan and Scott(RG) beat Mabey and Francos (F) 7-5;Charlton (RG) beat Coleman (F) 7-2; Bell (F)beat Hawke (RG) 7-5; MacEwan (RG) btMabey (F) 7-2; Francis (F) beat Scott (RG) 7-5.

Takaro 3, Wanganui 5Individual results: Jim Clisby and Claire

Birdling-Duncan (W) beat Allan Sanson andKathleen Barkess (T) 7-3; Joan Mayo andRobin Keenan (T) beat Rachel Hughes andWally Duncan (W) 7-6; Sanson and Mayo (T)beat Clisby and Hughes (W) 7-3; Keenan andBarkess (T) bt Duncan & Birdling-Duncan (W)7-5; Clisby (W) bt Sanson (T) 7-6; Hughes (W)bt Mayo (T) 7-2; Duncan (W) bt Keenan (T) 7-5;Birdling-Duncan (W) beat Barkess (T) 7-4.

Points to date: (net hoops in brackets):Rose Gardens 29 (+31), Feilding 28 (+40),Levin 26 (+12), Marton 24 (-7), Wanganui 22(-14), Takaro 14 (-62).

CRICKET RESULTSHorowhenua Cricket Associationresults for February 22A Grade County:Paraparaumu Cricket Club 72 allout in 26 overs (J Strickland 5-23 off11 overs) lost to Weraroa CC 73-5off 29.2 overs (J Strickland 34) by 5wickets.Kapiti Old Boys Cricket Club 156 allout off 56.1 overs (L Watkin 34no, APine 30, M Gibbs 29, M Bacon 3 for

28, P Lelievre 3 for 35) lost to LevinOld Boys 160-4 off 46.3 overs (DSanson 62no, R Taylor 30, NO’Brien 27, S Ryan 3 for 23) by 6wicketsB GradeKOBCC 174-9 off 45 overs (C.Williams 54*, G. Rendel 3-45) beatPararparaumu CC 163 all out (C.Pashby 38, F. Farnan 4-19, G.Ryan 3-35) by 11 runs.

Weraroa 218 all out (J Waerea 30,H Kirvan 54, S Caspers 3-56) beatLOBCC 119 all out (S Finlayson 49,G Johns 3-40, H Kirvan 4-13) by 99runs.Presidents CupLOBCC 172 -9 off 40 overs (LPinfold 56, B Te Tomo 35, Manaia3-30) lost Otaki Sports Club 173-5in 34.2 overs by 5 wicketsWeraroa 136 all out (Sam 62, M

Flattery 3-29) lost to ParaparaumuCC 139-2 off 27.4 overs (P Van Zyl54*) by 8 wickets.Presidents TrophyWaikanae CC 143 all out (M. Joyce38, R. Orman 25, Corey W 3-9,Pratik 3-25) beat Otaki College OldBoys 92 all out (M. Arnold 4-11) by51 runsKOBCC Gold vs KOBCC Black noresult received.

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TWILIGHT croquet player Declan Leahy, 13, concentrates whilefellow player Isaac Paulin, 12, looks on. PICTURE: TANYA WOODS

By TANYAWOOD

Twilight croquet is set tobecome an annual event at theLevin club after its secondseason proved popular,attracting more people andfamilies than last year.

Event organiser and clubcoach Ted Anderson said theyaveraged between 26 and 29people each Wednesdayevening, up almost 50 per centon last year.

‘‘It’s a great sport for allages and abilities,’’ he said.

‘‘Not a lot of strength orflexibility is needed to play,and anyone can pick up thebasics within an hour.’’

The club gained 12 newmembers last year as a result ofTwilight croquet. ‘‘This yearwe were pleased to see morefamilies. It’s lovely to watchthe older and younger playersmixing together and encourageyounger players.’’

One young Twilight playerhas already signed up to join

the club. Declan Leahy playedcroquet for the first time thisyear and according to MrAnderson, shows a lot ofpromise.

Declan said it’s harder thanit looks.

‘‘There’s real skill in aimingand it’s a real thrill when youget the ball through the hoop.’’

Mum Gay said it’s been agreat family experience.

‘‘It’s something different todo and we’ll definitely comeback next year.’’

Prizes are given out eachweeknight for the highestscoring team and with mainprizes on the last night for thetop three scoring teams of theseason, and even a prize for theperson who came the mosttimes and scored the leastpoints.

The club provides all theequipment and players areonly requested to bring flatshoes.

The 2015 six-week seasonwill start on January 21.

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Planting plans for new season

NOW is a good time to plant brassicas such as cabbage.

‘When buying vegetable seedlings look for young plantsin punnets or cell packs.’

Diggingin

WALLY RICHARDS

It is March already, firstmonth of autumn and onlyfive weeks till daylightsaving ends.

Daylight saving gives us aperception that the days are stilllong, with a good amount of timein the early evening to do a fewjobs outside as well as water thegarden.

We run by the clock on thewall or our wrist, while plantsrun to the universal clock of thesun.

The plants have beenwatching the days shorten andthey know that winter islooming. Strawberries are righton the button with the seasonalchange and have for a few weeksbeen producing runners whichcreate new strawberry plants.

Strawberries have the abilityto reproduce in three ways: seedson their outer skins, runners inautumn and by clumping.

A few newer gardeners haveasked me recently what to dowith the runners on theirstrawberry plants.

It depends on whether youwould like some new youngplants for your own use or to giveto a friend. If this is the case thenall you need to do is ensure thatthe runners move over the soil sothe young plants formed at thenodules can root into the soil.

You leave them attached tothe parent plant till about Mayand then you can cut the runnerand lift the new plants for re-planting.

If you do not want any newplants for yourself or friendsthen the best thing to do is cut offthe runners as they appear andkeep all the energy in the parentplant.

Either way, to promotehealthy plants, new or old, a two-weekly spray of Mycorrcinshould be applied to both.

Mycorrcin is magic onstrawberries and with its use canincrease your crop by 200 to 400per cent as well as assisting inkeeping the plants healthy.

A healthy bed of strawberriescan produce well for severalyears till the clumps get too bigand production falls.

On some varieties ofstrawberries you will find a latecrop of flowers and berries; onothers they will be finishedfruiting for the season.

March is also the last monthto plant out vegetables you willrequire in the months of winter.

Any vegetable that takes 90days or longer to mature shouldbe planted as soon as possible.

Growing those vegetablesfrom seed is now really pushingit so you are far better topurchase seedlings and plantthem out.

When buying vegetableseedlings look for young plantsin punnets or cell packs.

Larger plants have likely been

stressed and will then go to seedrather than mature later on.

Beware of club root problemsif buying bundles of plants whichare soil grown.

Planting seedlings nextmonth or even later of plants thattake about 90 days to mature willalso likely go to seed.

Cabbage, broccoli,cauliflower are good value toplant now.

The only problem is thecaterpillars from butterflies andmoths that can quickly destroy acrop.

Place some Neem Granules inthe planting hole and on the soilsurface to assist in control.

Then place crop cover overthe plants supported by hoops ofalkathene pipes to give the plantsample growing room.

It is also a good time to plantsilverbeet and winter lettuce.(Yes, there are varieties oflettuce for summer and winter.)For instance Great Lakes is asummer lettuce where Cisco andCool Season Winguard are forwinter time.

If you are fortunate to own aglasshouse now is the time tostart off seedlings of frost tenderbut cold hardy plants for growingthrough winter.

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I also have already, from selfsown seedlings, a few RussianRed tomato plants which willhopefully do well in winter.

Many tomato types will growin winter when in a glasshousebut will not fruit unless they

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Callan May, the 21-year-old Yamaha acefrom Titirangi, has won national titles inNew Zealand and now the Kiwi Rider andBikesportNZ.com-backed offroadmotorcycle rider has packed his helmetand boots and headed off to United States.

‘‘I’ve finished my apprenticeship as anelectrician and, with that now under mybelt, I figured the time was now right tosee how well I’d go with my racingoverseas,’’ May said.

‘‘I have saved up some money and willnow have a crack at something that I’vealways wanted to do.’’

He will be under the wing of 35-year-oldKiwi international Paul Whibley, thefellow Yamaha rider who is a two-timeformer champion in the United States,

having won the US Grand NationalCrosscountry Championships (GNCC) in2008 and again in 2012.

May will live and train with Pahiatua’sWhibley, the pair based in South Carolina,and they will tackle the 2014 GNCC series,Whibley aiming for title No 3 and Maygoing for his first.

‘‘I don’t know how I’ll go but I’mdetermined to give it a go,’’ May said.

‘‘It will certainly be good training withPaul . . . he’s a machine.

‘‘I don’t know if my budget will stretchto doing the whole series but, if I go well,I’m sure one of the teams might be readyto step in and help me out.

‘‘I have my return flight bookedalready, timed for six months’ time, whenmy visa runs out, but you never knowwhat might happen in that time. I hope I

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Heart link in mystery deathsDoctors in Australia and New Zealandare starting to unravel the mystery ofwhy apparently healthy young people dieunexpectedly.

There are two or three such cases aweek in the two countries and manyfamilies never find out the reason.

These are young, otherwise healthypeople aged 1 to 35 with no known life-threatening condition, says University ofSydney Professor of Medicine ChrisSemsarian, who leads the study.

The world-first study has shown abouthalf the deaths are not explained by a postmortem, says Semsarian, who presenteda report at a Royal College of Pathologistsof Australasia (RCPA) conference inMelbourne.

For parents not to know whathappened leads to a lot of doubt andsuspicion, and a lack of closure.

However, early indications are thatabout one in three of the unexplaineddeaths has an undiscovered underlying

genetic heart issue .This means the lives of the person’s

relatives could be saved by a blood test forthe gene, he says.

It is essential for them to ask their GPabout being tested.

‘‘We have the tools to stop people dyingsuddenly. The challenge is to find outwho is at risk,’’ Semsariansays.

Preventative measures for people atgenetic risk range from advice aboutavoiding strenuous exercise to medicineslike beta blockers or implanted devices tokeep the heart beating.

Semsarian is also trying to find out iftechnology can provide an alternative tophysical post-mortem examinations,which are discouraged by some religionsand which many families find traumatic.

‘‘We have found in a pilot study thatdoing an MRI and CT scan of the body isat least as good as a conventional autopsyat explaining what happened.’’ — AAP

Womenmay be held back by popular

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weight, shape and self-worth

MISJUDGED: Women are lesslikely to give themselves creditfor their virtues.

Ladies, don’tfool yourselves

FROMbodyweight to choice ofliterature, youmay be surprisedby the illusionsmanywomenhold about themselves. Here aresome less known female health

mistakes andmisconceptions.

BodyweightBad news, ladies. According to researchby the British Government, we’re allfatter thanwe think. A survey has foundthat all people tend to underestimatetheir size, with womenmisjudging theirweight themost. The study found theaverage woman is 2.2kg heavier than shethinks she is, and for women in their late30s this goes up to 3.5kg.Furthermore, nearly half of all parents

of obese children thought their child wasthe right weight. These resultscorroborate findings by ColumbiaUniversity researchers that showedoverweight mothers tend tounderestimate their own and theirchildren’s weight.Experts believemany of us

underestimate our weight in a bid toconvince ourselves we’re not too far offour ideal size. The lead author of theColumbia University study believes itmay also be because perception of weighthas become skewed, as being overweightand obese is becoming the norm.

Body shapeNot only domany of us believe weweighless thanwe actually do, according toresearchwe are also not quite ascurvaceous as we think. A study of about3000 women commissioned by the VitalityShow showed that 27 per cent of womenbelieved they had an hourglass figure—one of themost sought-after body shapes—while only 21 per cent believed theywere the less coveted apple-shaped.However, more than half had apple-shaped figures and far fewer were ashourglass-shaped as they believed. Infact, experts say just 8 per cent of womenhave the coveted hourglass shape, whichis believed to have health benefits thatinclude increased fertility andintelligence levels.Experts believe that the lifestyle of

modernworking women is to blame for

the decline in the hourglassshape as stress increases thedistribution of fat around theabdomen.

ReadingmaterialYoumight not think yourchoice of novel has anyimplications for your wellbeing, butresearch by Virginia Tech has foundthat fictional heroes in chick-lit could bebad for your self-esteem. Researchersfound that reading about characters withlow body confidencemade female readersmore aware of their own size. Theparticipants reported feeling significantlyless attractive when they read about aslim character and significantlymoreworried about their weight when theyread about onewith low self-esteem.While this doesn’t mean you need to ditchchick-lit entirely, choosing novels withcharacters of normal or high bodyconfidence could help to give your own aboost.

Self-worthManywomen underestimate themselvesboth physically and intellectually, whilemen aremore likely to overestimatetheir virtues. Research published inPsychological Science found that whenparticipants were placed in a set-updescribed as ‘‘speedmeeting’’ withmembers of the opposite sex and asked torate the sexual interest of their partner,themenweremore likely tooverestimate their attractiveness andthe interest of their partner while mostwomen underestimated their partner’ssexual interest.Furthermore, an analysis of 25 studies

by a professor at University CollegeLondon showed that althoughmen andwomen tend to have the same averageIQ, women also underestimate theirintelligence while men overestimatetheirs. Also, bothmen andwomen tendedto think their male relations weremoreintelligent than their female ones.

WorkoutsWhile your workoutsmay keep you fitand slim, research suggests that women

are failing in one key aspect of exercise—improving their strength. Studies suggestwomen are weaker than they have everbeen, whichmay be becausemany focusonweight loss rather than strength.Concerns that muscles aren’t feminineare also a key factor in our dwindlingstrength.While youmay not care aboutgainingmuscle, poormuscle strength hasimplications for our health includingincreased risk of osteoporosis and backand joint pain. Anothermistake womenmake is following the same regimes as

men. A new study by researchers at theUniversity of Missouri showswomenneed to do a lot more exercise thanmen,and paymore attention to their diet, toreap the same results.

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Open Saturday 9am-5pm; | Sunday 10am-4pm;Open Saturday 9am-5pm; | Sunday 10am-4pm;Monday-Friday 8.30am-5.30pmMonday-Friday 8.30am-5.30pm

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WE BUY IT! All Makes & Models

$300 - $5000TRUCKS - VANS -

UTES & 4X4’s

We pay minimum $500 - $5000for Toyota Hiace, Hilux,

Landcruiser, Surf, Townace,LiteAce. * Selected Items

$100 - $3000CARS

We buy any trucks Big or Small

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Business forSale/Wanted

Lawn Mowing FranchiseMr Green

Income guarantee - 90 lawns

$20,0000800 674 733

To Let3 bdrm house NorthSchool loc, fire with heattfr system, refs req’d,$240p/w. Phn 02754120123 bdrm modern hme,d/wshr, h/pump, autogge dr, suit prof person/swith refs, $270p/w. Phone367 9934 or 027 4400 685.FOXTON 3/4 bdrm char-acter home, lge section,$180p/w. Phone 06 3299913/027 442 0061.PRIVATE carparks x 2,central location andavailable now. Phn/txt021 248 7688.TIDY 2 bdrm unit withsingle garage & carportavailable now rent $210p/w. Refurbished 2 bdrmvilla with sunroom &carport available midMarch. Rent $220p/w,n/s. No dogs, cats ok. Phn367 0073 or 027 6836 468.

Wanted to Rent3 bd house with gge, l/t,retired couple, keen gar-deners, semi rural Foxton/Shannon. Phn 06 363 8734

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Community EventsDIABETES: Got Diabetes? Get Educated - FREE.Healthy Living Diabetes Management course inFoxton on Thursday 6th, 13th and 20th March, 5:30 -7:30pm. To register contact MHT Diabetes Trust (06)357 5992 or email [email protected]: Got Diabetes? Get Educated - FREE.Healthy Living Diabetes Management course inLevin on Tuesday 11th, 18th and 25th March, 5:30 -7:30pm. To register contact MHT Diabetes Trust (06)357 5992 or email [email protected]


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he finally founda house torent at theage of 40

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If you’re out and having a few drinks,make sure you’ve got a sober driver

to get you home safely.

EXPERIENCED FORESTRYEXCAVATOR OPERATOR

Required to operate new machine.Duties include fleeting, sorting,

stacking and loading in Kapiti areafor locally based operation.Position is permanent with

good pay rates.

Phone Richard 027 211 5473

Employment Vacancies

ExperiencedBuildersHammerHands

Wanted for workin Christchurch

Good rates paidFree

accommodationFerry/Flight

paid to get to ChchGood crew to

work with

Phone 022 375 8477

FORESTRY WORKERSREQUIRED

Experienced tree fallerMechanical skills a plus

Local operation on Kapiti CoastPhone Richard

027 211 5473

We are a busy Chartered Accountants officewho require a full-time experienced officeadministrator / receptionist to join our teamtemporarily for 12 weeks to cover maternityleave from the 22nd April to 14th July 2014.The successful applicant will be skilled in thefollowing areas:-! Competency in word processing and

Excel spreadsheets! Experience with Dictaphone typing! An understanding and interest in the

share and investment markets! Excellent computer and communication

skills are a must! An understanding of the preparation of

financial statements! Knowledge of MYOB Accountants Office

would be an advantage! Preparation of GST, PAYE and income

tax returnsPlease apply in writing together with a copyof your CV to:

Spicer & Associates LimitedP O Box 351LEVIN 5540


FamilyNotices

Funeral Directors

ARNOTT,Colin James (Biscuit).Of Wanganui(formerly of Levin).On February 28, 2014,at Palmerston NorthHospital, aged 67years. Dearly lovedhusband of Gwynne.Loved father andfather-in-law of Craigand Jenny(Wellington), Cherieand Matthew Gupwell(Wanganui), Nathanand Shelley(Brisbane). Dearfriend of Cherie. LovedGrandad (Boss) ofNikita and Gemma,Grace (dec’d),Katherine and Jared,Andrew, Christopher,Nicholas and James.Loved Great Grandadof Damien and Elika.

Service at The FuneralHome, 545 Queen StEast, Levin, on FridayMarch 7, 2014, at11:00am. Privatecremation to follow atThe AvenueCrematorium, Levin.

WHILEY,Taane-Vance Lloyd.On February 28 2014,in Auckland. Belovedtahu of Sue.

"Takiri mai ka te ataKua Omaki te

tirairakaKi nga hau e wha

Kua hinga te totaraKua mu nga manu"As dawn breaks the

fantail fluttersAnd spreads news

across all four winds.A totara has fallen and

silenced the birds.Taonga of theextended Milnes andMelville families.Thank you to DoctorGraeme Washer andDove House,Glendowie for theirwonderful care duringthis time.Arohanui ....... haere ...haere ... moe mai I rotoI te whaea Kahurangi

UnveilingsTATANA,Robert Heta.Sunday March 9,11:00am at The AvenueCemetery, thereafterat Levin CosmopolitanClub.It’s been one yearsince you left me,13~2~13 my darling, Imiss you somethingbad.It’s the river thatdrowns the tenderreed. Some say love islike a razor that leavesyour soul to bleed.I say love - it is a flowerand you are it’s onlyseed.Love you always,Sonia and whanau.

ROGERS,Gary William.Of Otaki. Suddenly,but peacefully at hishome on March 2, 2014,aged 65 years. Muchloved soulmate ofJenny. Dearly lovedand proud Dad ofDevon and Kat, Kayand Vek, Kim andSam. Will be missed byhis loving companionSarah. A much lovedand treasured friendto many.

A celebration of Gary’slife will be held onThursday March 6, at11:00am at Harvey’sChapel, RangatiraStreet, Otaki,thereafter privatecremation atHorowhenuaCrematorium, Levin.Messages C/- 284Oxford Street, Levin5510.

Harvey Bowler FuneralsLevin and Otaki FDANZ

Locally owned

WHILEY,Taane-Vance Lloyd.On February 28, 2014,aged 76 years. Belovedpartner of Sue Milnes,treasured father ofJoanne, Michael andPeter. Loved brotherto Noel, Helen andMihi. Koro and Uncleto all of his extendedwhanau. Taane will liein the whare tipunaMatau Marae,Poroutawhao, MainRoad, Levin.

Tangihanga to be heldfrom Tuesday March 4to Thursday March 6.Burial at PaeroaUrupa at 11:00amThursday March 6.Davis Funeral Services Ltd

Auckland

JOHNS,David.Brother-in-law ofAnne and Tom Cole(Lower Hutt); Angus:Vaudin and Kate; andKirsty.

JOHNS,David Herbert (Davey).On February 27, 2014,aged 76 years.Husband of the lateMary. Davey, fatherand father-in-law ofJulie and ChrisPhillips (Queensland)and Glen (Levin).Loved Grandad of Briaand Jesse.

A celebration ofDavey’s life was heldat The Funeral Home,545 Queen Street East,Levin, on MondayMarch 3, 2014. Sincerethanks to themanagement and staffof the HorowhenuaMasonic Village fortheir dedicated care.

- You guys rock -.

CROOT,John Francis.Of Levin (formerly ofAuckland). On March2, 2014 at PalmerstonNorth Hospital, aged67 years. Loved formerhusband of Rose.Loved father of Kylie,Donovan, Shannonand Jaimee; Annette,Tracey, Paul. Lovedbrother of Robin, Margand Pam.

A celebration of John’slife will be held at TheFuneral Home, 545Queen St East, Levin,on Thursday March 6,2014 at 11:00am.Private cremation tofollow at The AvenueCrematorium, Levin.Inl lieu of flowersdonations to TheSalvation ArmyBridge Programmewould be appreciatedand may be left at theservice. Messages to547 Queen St East,Levin 5510.

CANDERLE,Maria Marara.Of Levin. Peacefullyon February 25, 2014,at The MadisonLifecare. Aged 79years. Loving wife ofthe late Bruno. Muchloved Mum and Nana.

In accordance withMaria’s wishes aprivate service hasbeen held. Messagesc/- 284 Oxford Street,Levin 5510.

Harvey Bowler FuneralsLevin and Otaki FDANZ

Locally owned

ECO FUNERALSWe are an approved provider of Eco Funerals NZ

www.ecofunerals.co.nz

Ph: 368 2954284 Oxford Street, Levin and 14 Rangatira Street, Otaki

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Military Training

The New Zealand Army will be carryingout Waterborne Training on the 5th & 6thMarch 2014 between 0800 and 1700hrs.

The training will be conducted in thevicinity of the Manawatu River Boat

Ramp, Matakarapa Rd, Foxton.

There will be small craft operationstransiting along the Manawatu River in

vicinity of the boat ramp over this period.

Queries regarding the exercise should bedirected to:

SSGT M Doyle, Combat Engineer Wing,School of Military Engineering (NZ)

Phone: 027 675 1363

Advisory Notice

WAITANGITRIBUNAL

INQUIRY UNDER THE TREATY OFWAITANGI ACT 1975 CONCERNING THEMUAUPOKO TRIBAL AUTHORITY DEEDOF MANDATE CLAIM - APPLICATION

FOR AN URGENT HEARING (WAI 2421)NOTICE is given that the Waitangi Tribunal willhold a two day hearing to hear argument on whetherthe application for urgency should be granted. Theproceedings will commence at 10:00am on Monday10 March 2014 and conclude at approximately 5pm onTuesday 11 March 2014.

Venue: The Waitangi Tribunal UnitLevel 2Fujitsu Tower141 The TerraceWellington

The hearing is open to the public and further informationcan be obtained from:

The RegistrarWaitangi TribunalDX SX 11237, WELLINGTONPh: (04) 914 3000Fax: (04) 914 3001

Dated at Wellington on 27 February 2014.

Jenny Symefor the RegistrarWAITANGI TRIBUNAL

Public Notices

Levin RSAOpen for all generations

TONIGHTMEMBERS DRAW - $500

Sunday

Country Music Variety ShowFrom 1pm, $3 cover charge

Poppies RestaurantLunch: Tuesday, Friday,

and Sunday from 11.30amFriday and SaturdayDinner from 5.30pm

We extend a very warm welcome to our members,your guests and visitors from affiliated clubs.

Levin AFCJunior

Registration

Sunday 9th of March 20144pm-6pm

Levin Soccer Clubrooms - Donnelly Park

Eftpos • Cash • ChequeInternet Banking

SUBSCRIPTIONS:JUNIORS

Minis...........................................................$357th to 10th Grade Local league ..........$4511th to 13th Grade Central league ....$65

DrawingLifeClasses

Where: Horowhenua Art Society,119 Bath St. Levin

When: Thursday night 7-9pm weekly

Contact: Neil Perfect 06 368 8863Dorothy Burt 06 368 7062

Raffles

CANCER SOCIETYRELAY FOR LIFEResults of raffle drawn under

Police Supervision.1st 2165 Steve Horgan2nd 1756 Hazel Petch - Foxton3rd 1426 Ken Harnett4th 2019 Lois Groucott - Feilding

Financial

Deaths

Public Notices

LandscapeGarden & Turf

TREE work, removal,stump grinding, branchmulching, fences, decks,building maintenance.BJ’s Building & PropertyMaintenance 027 249 2575or 368 7895.

RIDE-ON mower servic-ing & repairs, light engin-eering. Phone Andy 027477 2515 Mon - Fri(afternoons only 12 - 5).

LawnmowerRepairs

CHAINSAWS, mowers,ride-ons, weedeaters,waterblasters, concretesaws, posthole borers,trailers, pumps etc, wehire and repair all makesand models. Levin Hire &Repairs, 126 Hokio BeachRd. Phone 368 5058.

Health

BOWENTHERAPISTNatural effective

treatment ofproblem back,neck, arm, RSI,

shoulder, sciatica,sport and body

pain, etc.Phone 368 6525021 0234 8009

Alan Hay111 Ryder Cres

Levin12 noon - 8pm

dailyMonday - Sunday

PersonalGENT seeks friendshipwith lady (60-70yr) ofsober habits. Reply toAdvert 15, Box 547 Levin.

TOM LANCASTER CARSTOM LANCASTER CARS318 Oxford Street, Levin318 Oxford Street, Levin

Ph: (06) 367-9555 or 0274 427 601Ph: (06) 367-9555 or 0274 427 601

2004 TOYOTA FUNCARGO

2005 TOYOTA PASSO RACY5 Door Hatch,

1.3 Auto, Body kit,Alloys, Airbags,

C.D, 112,000 kms

2004 MAZDA VERISIA

2006 MAZDA PREMACY

2004 HONDA FIT5 Door Hatch,

1.5, 5 Speed, Airbags,C.D, Air Cond,

51,000 kms

$7,995

2007 FORD FIESTA5 door Hatch 1.6 Auto.

All safety extras,C.D Tidy condition

148,000 km

5 Door Hatch,1.5 Auto, Airbags, C.D,

Air Con, Alloys,No cam belt,88,500 kms

5 Door Hatch,1.5 Auto, Airbags ,

ABS, Alloys,Loads of Room,

106,000 kms

Was $8,995Now $7,995

Was $9,995Now $8,995

Was $10,995Now $9,995

Was $8,995Now $7,995

Was $9,995Now $8,995

2006 MAZDA DEMIO5 Door Hatch, 1.3 Auto,

Airbags, ABS, C.D,Air Cond, Very tidy,

Roomy hatch,87,000 kms

7 Seater, Wagon,2.0 Auto, Airbags,

C.D, Air Cond,No cam belt,

97,000 kms

2004 TOYOTA VOXY8 Seater, Coach, 2.0 AutoTwin Side Doors, Fold Up

Rear Seats, VersatileFamily Wagon,

109,000 kms

Was $9,995Now $8,995

Was $9,995Now $8,995

SAVE $1000

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2002 SUZUKI SOLIO WAGON- R5 Door Hatch,

1.0 Auto, Airbags,Air Cond,

Lots of room,95,0000 kms

SAVE $1000

1997 SUZUKI BALEMO5 door wagon 1.8 Fuel

injected 5 speed drivesgreat, 143,000 kms

SAVE $1000

SAVE $1000

SAVE $1000

$5,995

$2,995


Audi brings back S1 badgeA

udi is reviving the S1designation — lastused on the mightyGroup B quattro

rally cars of the mid-1980s —for new performance versionsof the A1 hatchback.

The new Audi S1 three-door and the five-door S1Sportback are quattro-equipped sub-compacts with a2.0-litre TFSI turbochargedengine developing 170kW ofpower and 370Nm of torque —linked to a short shift six-speed manual transmission.It’s the first time an A1-basedmodel has offered quattro all-wheel-drive.

The S1 duo goes on sale inEurope next month and isexpected to reach NewZealand in the third-quarterof 2014. It’s likely the five-doorSportback bodystyle will bechosen for the Kiwi market.

The combination of turbopower and all-wheel-driveallows the S1 and S1Sportback to accelerate from0-100km/h in 5.8 and 5.9seconds respectively. Bothcars have a top speedrestricted to 250km/h.

The quattro permanent all-wheel drive system uses ahydraulic multi-plate clutchlocated on the rear axle. Theelectronic differential lockwith the wheel-selectivetorque control is a function ofthe Electronic StabilisationControl (ESC) and featurestwo-stage deactivation andsupplements the work of themulti-plate clutch withadditional finely meteredbraking intervention on theinside wheels.

Audi says the interactionof both systems makes forextremely agile, precise andstable handling.

Modifications to thesuspension and steeringenhance the sportingdynamics with modified pivotbearings on the front axle anda four-link design at the rearreplacing the compound linkrear suspension used on theA1 models.

Damper settings are alsoadjustable via the Audi driveselect adaptive dynamicssystem and also allows thedriver to vary the response ofthe throttle and the operatingparameters of the electronicclimate control across a

number of settings, includingone designed to optimiseefficiency.

A larger brake mastercylinder, as well as largebrake discs (front 310mm indiameter), provide excellentbraking performance. InEurope the S1 has 17-inchwheels and tyres as standardwith 18-inch wheels being anoption.

The Audi S1 and the S1Sportback are instantlyrecognisable as the flagshipmodels in the A1 model line.

The Xenon-plus headlights

are all-new while the LEDrear lights come with new,horizontally structuredgraphics.

A host of styling details —particularly on the front andrear bumper, the side sills andthe exhaust system — providea visual differentiation for theS1 and an optional quattroexterior styling package addsa large roof spoiler.

The interior is finished indark tones, with blackdominating its design and theinstruments feature S-specificdark-grey scales.

Milano leather and Oxfordcloth sport seats are standardand optional S sport seatshave integrated headrestraints and morepronounced side bolstersfinished in black Nappaleather. The quattro interiorstyling package adds a choiceof three colours — high glossblack, red or yellow — forsections of the backrest.

The quattro stylingpackage option also addsenhancements such as a flat-bottomed leather multi-function steering wheel withcontrast stitching in silver,red or yellow, door armrestsin black leather with contrastsilver or yellow stitching or insteel grey with contrast redstitching, air vents in highgloss black with a red ring anda high gloss black, red oryellow finish for the centreconsole.

Standard features areexpected to include electronicclimate control, a six-speakersingle CD audio system withauxiliary iPod connection andSD card reader linked to a6.5-inch retractable colourdisplay, a Bluetooth interfaceand a Driver’s InformationSystem.

333 Oxford St, LevinEmail: [email protected]

Finance and warranties available - Trade-ins welcome

Phone Lance or Clair 06 368 8887; 027 483 9783all cars VINZ cerified

GREAT CARS ATWHOLESALE PRICES

2007 MAZDA ROADSTERMX5 SPORTSCAR2.0 DOHC 16 valve5 Spd ManualElectric Hard TopConvertable112,000 kmsAirbags,ABS,Alloys

2007 NISSANBLUEBIRD SYLPHY2.0 Auto, Airbags,ABS,84,000kmsLuxuryMidsize,SedanSuperValue $11,995

2008 SUZUKI SPLASH5 DR Hatch Automatic, Airbags,ABS, Alloys, Tints,78,000kms,SuperPopular

$10,995

2005 HONDA ODYSSEYABSOLUTE7 Seater 2.4 IvetecAuto AirbagsABS,Alloys

$9,995

2006 HONDA STREAM G(New Shape) 7 Seater1.8 AutoAirbags,ABSSALENOW

$8,995

2005 NISSAN NOTE5DR 1.5 Auto, Airbags,ABS, 51,000kms,AA Certified

$8,495

2005 NISSAN TIIDA5 DR Hatch, 1.5 Auto,Airbags,ABS,TintsStunning inBlue withBlack Trim

$9,995

2004 TOYOTA VITZ5DR Hatch 1.3 VVTIAuto, Airbags,ABS,8000kmsSuperValue

$8,995

2008 HONDA FIT RSSPORT 1.5 IVETEC7 Speed Auto withPaddleShift Airbags,ABS,Alloys,Great LookingAuto Hatch $10,995

2006 MERCEDESBENZ A200 ELEGANCE5DR HATCH2000cc, Auto,Airbags,ABS,Alloy Wheels,69.000kms,AA CertifiedSafe Luxury Motoring $12,995

SAVE $500

$17,995

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Captivaenhancedfor 2014

THE LINEUP2014 Holden Captiva lineupCaptiva 5 LT 2.4 petrol 2WDmanual $36,990Captiva 5 LT 2.4 petrol 2WD auto $38,490Captiva 5 LT 2.2 diesel AWD auto $43,490Captiva 5 LTZ 2.4 petrol 2WD auto $41,490Captiva 5 LTZ 2.2 diesel AWD auto $46,490Captiva 7 LS 2.4 petrol 2WD auto $40,490Captiva 7 LS 2.2 diesel AWD auto $44,490Captiva 7 LT 3.0 V6 petrol AWD auto $49,490Captiva 7 LT 2.2 diesel AWD auto $51,490Captiva 7 LTZ 3.0 V6 petrol AWD auto $54,490Captiva 7 LTZ 2.2 diesel AWD auto $56,490

There are revised modeldesignations and detailspecificationimprovements for theModel Year 14 HoldenCaptiva now on sale inNew Zealand.

But the pricereductions of between$1800 and $2500 whichaccompanied the Captivaupgrade announcement inAustralia haven’t beenmatched by Holden NewZealand with the MY14models continuing atcarry-over prices on thisside of the Tasman.

Combined sales of theCaptiva 5 and Captiva 7versions rank it amongNew Zealand’s top-sellingSUV models. For 2014 theCaptiva 7 trim levels havebeen renamed with theSX, CX and LX becomingLS, LT and LTZrespectively.

There are stylingchanges including aredesigned front fasciaand grille while the rearstyling has also beenupdated with a new fasciathat features redesignedchrome exhaust tips and anew LED tail lamp design.

Captiva 7 LT and LTZreceive new integratedside steps while the mid-grade LT model receivesnew 18-inch alloy wheels.

Driver convenience isenhanced on all Captiva 7models with theintroductionof sensor key technologywith passive entry andengine start as standard.

The Captiva 7 rangeincludes three enginechoices and stretchesfrom a $40,490 entry pricefor the LS 2.4-litre 2WDmodel while the luxuryspecification LTZ modelswith all-wheel-drive are$54,490 with the 3.0-litredirect injection V6 petrolengine and $56,490with the 2.2-litreturbocharged diesel.

The changes are lesssignificant for the Captiva5 which gains the additionof chrome exterior doorhandles on the LTZ.

Captiva 5 offers four-cylinder 2.4-litre petroland 2.2-litre diesel engineoptionswith pricing from $36,990for the LT petrol 2WDmodel with manual

transmission.Holden NZ marketing

manager MarnieSamphier said Captiva isa popular SUV in NewZealand and over the pastseven years has gone fromstrength to strength.

‘‘Since arriving in NewZealand in 2007, HoldenCaptiva has consistentlybeen one of the mostpopular SUVs sold in thiscountry and in 2013 it wasregularly in the top twobest sellers,’’ she said.

‘‘Customers tell us thatthe Captiva offersincredible versatility, itcan be used as a workvehicle and a family carand with its combinationof features and stylingCaptiva is a compellingchoice. We have alsoworked hard to ensurecustomers get real valuefor money and even withthe additional upgradesthe price for the newCaptiva model year 14 isoffered at the same price.’’

Wal, Roy, Pete, Ross

Trust Ross McColl Cars

06 367 5414Calls Welcome After HoursNATHAN (Wal) - 027 270 9941ROSS - 0274 969 447ROY - 06 368 5793PETER - 06 368 8888

354 Oxford Street, Levin • Phone: 367 5414 • Email: [email protected] • Service Centre: Totara Street, Levin, phone: 06 367 5417*Applies to new RMC imported cars

*Odometers checked on new importswww.rmcars.co.nz*Finance conditions apply

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2002 MITSUBISHI AIR TEK2002 MITSUBISHI AIR TEKA stylish Station wagon, ideal for PeopleA stylish Station wagon, ideal for Peoplelooking for a wagon which is easy to get inlooking for a wagon which is easy to get inand out of, lots more photos atand out of, lots more photos atwww.rmcars.co.nzwww.rmcars.co.nz

2004 TOYOTA PASSO2004 TOYOTA PASSOWhat a neat car A compact 5 door with lotsWhat a neat car A compact 5 door with lotsof room just 69,000 kms AA certified Trustof room just 69,000 kms AA certified TrustRoss McColl CarsRoss McColl Cars

2008 MAZDA BONGO VAN DX2008 MAZDA BONGO VAN DXThe Trade persons friend, economical petrol,The Trade persons friend, economical petrol,Double sliding rear doors, serviced asDouble sliding rear doors, serviced asnew tyresnew tyres

2006 MAZDA AXELA2006 MAZDA AXELAA neat car 1500cc Tiptronic automatic,A neat car 1500cc Tiptronic automatic,CD player good KMS 4 new tyresCD player good KMS 4 new tyreswww.rmcars.co.nzwww.rmcars.co.nz

2006 SUZUKI LIANA GLX2006 SUZUKI LIANA GLX1800cc, Automatic, 5 door wagon.1800cc, Automatic, 5 door wagon.60100 kms. A fine example of this economical60100 kms. A fine example of this economicalwagon Many extras including towbarwagon Many extras including towbar

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2005 NISSAN TIIDA2005 NISSAN TIIDAA stylish 5 door Hatchback just 58,000 kmsA stylish 5 door Hatchback just 58,000 kms1500 cc fully checked and serviced1500 cc fully checked and serviced

1998 TOYOTA SPACIO1998 TOYOTA SPACIOA popular model 1600cc automaticA popular model 1600cc automaticJust 57,000 kmsJust 57,000 kms

2000 TOYOTA RAV 4 MAX2000 TOYOTA RAV 4 MAXThis special edition, RAV is a must see extrasThis special edition, RAV is a must see extrasinclude spoiler kit, alloy wheels and tow bar.include spoiler kit, alloy wheels and tow bar.

2007 MAZDA DEMIO2007 MAZDA DEMIOFace lift model super modern design 5 doorFace lift model super modern design 5 doorlow kms checked and serviced, as new tyreslow kms checked and serviced, as new tyres

2004 HONDA FIT2004 HONDA FITWow just 43,000 kms on this lovely 5 doorWow just 43,000 kms on this lovely 5 doorhatchback fully checked and serviced all onhatchback fully checked and serviced all onroad costs includedroad costs included

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MORE FOR LESS AT ROSS MCCOLL CARS LEVIN 2004 HONDA FIT2004 HONDA FITExperience Honda happiness at RossExperience Honda happiness at RossMcColl Cars. 5 doors, Low AA certified kms,McColl Cars. 5 doors, Low AA certified kms,Super tidySuper tidy

2010 NISSAN MARCH2010 NISSAN MARCH5 door hatchback. Automatic new shape nissan5 door hatchback. Automatic new shape nissanMarch 5 door hatchback, Automatic with onlyMarch 5 door hatchback, Automatic with only23,500 kms on the clock, fun to drive and23,500 kms on the clock, fun to drive andabsolutely amazing on gas.

2004 NISSAN TIIDA LATIO2004 NISSAN TIIDA LATIOYes just 59,000 kms AA certified,Yes just 59,000 kms AA certified,an economical and reliable car packedan economical and reliable car packedfull of great features including CD playerfull of great features including CD playeralloy wheels and new Tyresalloy wheels and new Tyres

2004 SUZUKI SWIFT2004 SUZUKI SWIFTPleasePlease have fun!have fun! Loaded with featuresLoaded with featuresincluding CD player, alloy wheels,including CD player, alloy wheels,keyless entry, low certified kmskeyless entry, low certified kms

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2005 SUZUKI SWIFT XG2005 SUZUKI SWIFT XG5 door hatchback, 1300cc automatic all factory5 door hatchback, 1300cc automatic all factoryextras including alloy wheels. The Swift is one ofextras including alloy wheels. The Swift is one ofthe most popular cars in its class,the most popular cars in its class,Test drive todayTest drive today

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2004 HONDA EDIX2004 HONDA EDIXThis car has a long list of good features – reverseThis car has a long list of good features – reversecamera, six seats, lap and diagonal rear seat belts,camera, six seats, lap and diagonal rear seat belts,upright seating, large boot, low certified kms. Seeupright seating, large boot, low certified kms. Seemore photos at www.rmcars.co.nzmore photos at www.rmcars.co.nz

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Our fully equipped workshop in Totar Street now offersa headlight restoration service talk to Hayden today

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