Independent Herald 09-12-14

Phone: 04-939-0911 • Fax: 04-939-0072Email: [email protected]

Now at:Level 1, 120 Johnsonville Road

Johnsonville

245I

H01

6-09

.85/

N

43881

Now at:Level 1,

120 Johnsonville RoadJohnsonville

Phone: 04-939-0911 • Fax: 04-939-0072Email: [email protected]

• Off Street Parking • Open 7 days

• Mink Blankets • Ironing, pressing

• Duvets • Bedding • Sports Gear

• Big washers and dryers

www.kpclaundry.co.nz • OPEN 7 [email protected] • 0800 536 536

Newtown Laundrette4 Wilson Street, Newtown, Ph 04 389 8156

Porirua City LaundretteKilkerran Place, Porirua, Ph 04 237 5010

PETER DUNNEMP for Ohariu

For appointments phone 478 0076 (J'ville offi ce)

3 Frankmoore Ave, Johnsonville232 5381 (Tawa offi ce)220B Main Road, Tawa

[email protected]

Available to constituents:

JohnsonvilleMonday

15 December

WESTERN &NORTHERNSUBURBS

Christmas Parade

Today 10-16 Thursday 11-15 Friday 10-16 Saturday 10-16 www.wsn.co.nz Wednesday, 10 December, 2014

Call Now 0800 71 72 73 or 021 663 254Same day service

CARS REMOVAL

Up to $999* for any small vehicleGET CASH NOW!

For any Van, Ute, Truck, 4WDFrom $500 - $10,000*

DEAD OR ALIVEDamaged, Mechanical, De-registered, Crashed, No WOFNo Problem “ALL WELCOME”. *For selected models only.

The Challenge 2000 on the 'New Zealand Christmas' fl oat. PHOTO: Bella Photography

By Dan Whitfi eldDespite a few gaps in the parade, proceedings went ahead with a

larger than normal crowd welcoming Christmas for another year.While last year’s Northern Wellington Festival was cancelled, this

year everything went ahead – including the parade, fun activities in the shopping centre, a visit from Santa, and a Christmas concert.

The day defi nitely went off really well according to coordinator Marlene Batten, who says it was a lot busier than previous which was great.

“We had a good turnout with lots of families and little ones coming along on the day.”

Continued on page 2

How to reach us

Telephone (04) 587 1660

ABC Audit 2012: 24,456 copies weeklyIndependent Herald

The largest circulating newspaper in Wellington West & Northern suburbs

Classifi ed Sales: Nicola [email protected]

Address: 23 Broderick Rd, Johnsonville P.O. Box 38-776, WMC 5045. Fax: (04) 587 1661

YOUR LOCAL NEWSPAPER

Published by: Les & Katrina Whiteside Wellington Suburban Newspapers Ltd

REPORTER: Daniel Whitfi eld E: [email protected]: 587 1660

SALES David Lewis E: [email protected]: 587 1660

National Sales: Sam Barnes [email protected]

SALES MANAGER:Stephan van Rensburg E: [email protected]: 587 1660

SALES: Michelle HagenE: [email protected]: 587 1660

Distribution by: Genx [email protected]

(04) 970 0439

BUY one GET one

BUY ANY REGULAR SUBWAY SIX INCH® SUB& GET ANOTHER SUBWAY SIX INCH® SUB OF EQUAL

OR LESSER VALUE FREE (ALSO AVAILABLE WITH WRAPS & FLATBREADS)

TOMORROW! (THURSDAY 11TH DECEMBER)WE OPEN AT 7AM & CLOSE AT 9PM

CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAY

(Double meat and extras such as bacon, avocado and extra cheese are at an additional cost. This offer is not available for Catering platters & Giant Subs. This offer can not be used in conjunction with any other promotion.)

19 MULGRAVE ST, THORNDON

Our intention is to create an energetic, healing environ-ment which encourages the restoration of optimal health and wellbeing and supports the unfolding life journey of each patient, practitioner and staff member associated with Ngaio Natural Health Centre.

Ngaio Natural Health [email protected] Ottawa Road, Ngaio, Wellington(04) 479 4680

Ngaio NaturalHealth Centre

Osteopathy Homeopathy

Acupuncture Massage

BodyTalk Refl exology

Lactation consultancy

2 Wednesday December 10, 2014

Kuratapirirangi Higgins has followed in the footsteps of her mother and grand-mother as she collects a Tohu Maoritanga/Diploma in Maoritanga during graduation today.

The Victoria University graduate had not considered studying the Tohu programme until her mother, Professor Rawinia Higgins recommended it to her.

Kura Higgins says: “Mum said ‘both your grandmother and I have done it’, but I was initially a bit reluctant.”

“It wasn’t because I wasn’t interested in Maori Studies, I just wanted to do something different from my mum and grandmother because I knew people would expect more out of me…But the programme has taught me so much, I’ve really enjoyed

GRADUATE: Kuratapirirangi Higgins with her mother and grandmother. PHOTO: Supllied.

it,” she says.Looking back, the local resident is pleased

she listened to her mum and has enjoyed studying in a place she says has always felt like home—Te Herenga Waka Marae.

“The perks of having a mother and grand-mother on campus when you’re studying were not bad either,” Kura says.

“Between both my mum and grandmother, I’ve basically got my own personal library on campus and they know all the right people to talk to when I need help,” she says.

Kura realised she has a passion for lan-guages and culture during the one year Tohu Maoritanga diploma which helped her decide to major in Maori Studies and Italian as she works towards a Bachelor of Arts.

Kura says she has become one of the biggest advocates of studying and is recommend-ing her younger cousins now follow in her footsteps.

The Tohu Maoritanga programme is de-signed to provide students with a foundation in Maori language, culture, and society, as well as giving students the academic study skills required at tertiary-level.

HAVE YOUR SAY:Are you graduating? Send us information about the course and a snap of you in gradu-ation regalia. Email [email protected]

Third generation to cross the stage

SMILES: Angelica Gonong, 8, Chloe Lasmarias, 7, and Antonella Ballon, 7. PHOTO: Bella Photography

Parade a success, says organisersContinued from page 1

By Dan Whitfi eld

“Even the Mayor wanted to be part of the parade…It will defi nitely be back again next year,” Marlene says.

The parade saw a crowd of about 8000 attend, with Santa and Captain Hur-ricane the draw cards for many families.

The Cantate Women’s Choir also presented its Christmas concert along-side the festival over the weekend, appealing to residents and feedback be-ing that it was “fantastic.”

The Johnsonville En-tertainers also gathered in Johnsonville Shopping Centre to sing carols for the public.

Rosemary Cook, who is also an organiser, says 35 entries were in the parade this year – with a lot of new groups involved.

“It was all about com-munity which is what it is all about,” Rosemary says.

“Everything went really well,” she says.

The parade was held on Saturday, and the organis-ing committee is already looking positively towards next year’s festival.

More Johnsonville Christmas Parade photos on page 22

107 Pembroke Road, Northland Open from 7.30am to 5.30pm

Ph Lawrie on 475 7571 or 027 623 5856

Pembroke Motors LtdCAR TROUBLE? SEE US FIRST

• All Mechanical & ElectricalWork Undertaken

• 24/7 Breakdown Service• We Have A Full Time Qualifi ed

Auto Electrician On Site• We Service All Vehicle Makes & Models

• Specialising In European & Continental Auto Electrician

43868

FREE measure and quoteHours: Mon-Fri 8.30am-5pm, Sat 10am-2pm

JUST DEDICATED TO YOUR SATISFACTION

BLINDS FOR YOUR HOME AND OFFICE

Showroom: 29 Hutt Road, Thorndon

[email protected] Ph: 04 472 9920 - www.justblinds.co.nz

• Exciting new fabrics • Wide range of blinds • Colour consultancy • Installation - Repairs

• 3 year guarantee

4402

6

3Wednesday December 10, 2014

CHRISTMASA T I M E T O R E M E M B E R

OLD SAINT PAUL’S,Mulgrave Street, Thorndon

Friday 12th December 2014 at 6 :30pmWhen you have lost someone dear to you, anniversaries and the times you were happiest are often the times you are at your saddest.

Come and join us at our service of remembrance and gather strengthfrom others.

This Christmas let’s support one another.

EVERYONE IS WELCOME!

PUBLICATION:

Placement Dates:

Client:

Reference:

Size:

City Life Independant Herald

Week beginning 1st December and Monday 8th December 2014

Harbour City Funeral Home

Christmas Remembrance Service

12cm high x 9.6cm wide

Wellington and KaroriJohnsonville and Tawa

Mud Cycles421 Karori Road, Karori Ph 04 476 [email protected]

Well Santa’s come earlythis year & our summerbike SALE is NOW ON!

Time foran upgrade?

CHRISTMAS DAY MEALS

For the housebound, lonely, students

and visitors to Wellington

A Christmas Day meal will be provided at the

Aro Valley Community Centre, 48 Aro St,

commencing at 12:30pm.

Those who wish to volunteer their

services should

Telephone 499 3240CC38110

ROOM AT THE INN

Celebrating 51 Years

of Service in the Community

Meals can be delivered for those housebound.

4 Dekka Street, KhandallahPh. 479 5491Fax. 479 5498

Email: [email protected]: khandallahgarage.co.nz

Khandallah Garage

$100Service Checks from $100!(excludes parts and any additional work required)

Servicing all makes and models, old and new, with the fi nest oils and parts.

4494

6

Courtesy Cars Available!

By Dan Whitfi eld

A proposal for one authority to replace the nine current councils is set to give Wel-lington a bit of a shakeup – that is if the Local Government Commission (LGC) gets its way.

Last week, the LGC an-nounced a draft report into the future of local Government in and around the region, in what will be one of the biggest reforms in more than 30 years.

The proposal is set to see Wellington City Council, Porirua City Council, Ka-piti Coast District Council, both Hutt councils, the three Wairarapa councils and the Greater Wellington Regional Council merge together and be replaced by the new Greater

Wellington Council.It would also see one Mayor

control a council made up of 21 councillors. Local boards would then keep a further 60 people occupied with low-level decision making.

Wellington City Mayor Celia Wade-Brown says the status quo of nine councils is an over-kill of representation but the proposal for an ‘uber council’ will struggle to get widespread support in a referendum.

“I see this proposal as un-dermining the [Wellington’s] voice as the economic pow-erhouse of the region,” Mayor Wade-Brown says.

Although the proposal is still in the draft stages, councillors are unhappy and some are seeing it as a waste of time.

Councillor Helene Ritchie

and Deputy Mayor Lester are bidding for a referendum to decide the future arrangement of the region.

“The people must have a democratic say in their future governance. It is far too impor-tant to be left in the hands of those with a vested interest-the elected politicians, be they local councillors or Parliamen-tarians,” says Cr Ritchie.

Deputy Mayor Lester says he does not support the current proposal which includes the Wairarapa as its representa-tives want to be separate from the rest of Wellington.

“There are signifi cant risks in terms of rates increasing for residents. I wouldn’t want to put the city in such a [posi-tion]…We need Wellingtoni-ans to decide the outcome,”

Deputy Mayor Lester says.“I’d be surprised if things

were in place by 2015, if it was it would be a minority deci-sion. I don’t think the com-mission has learnt anything from the Auckland super city fi asco,” Cr Ritchie says.

At this stage, public submis-sions are now being sought for the draft plan by the LGC and will close on March 2, 2015.

If the proposal was accepted, a Mayor would be elected by all voters in the region and local boards and councillors elected from eight geographic zones. Should Wellington, like Auckland, become a super city or will we lose a sense of community? Email [email protected] and let us know what you think.

Wellington – the next super city?

Wellington CityDeputy Mayor Justin Lester

Wellington City Mayor Celia

Wade-Brown


Brand new and selling now Woburn Retirement ApartmentsEnliven’s Woburn Retirement Apartments have been architecturally designed and appointed to capture all day sun. You’ll enjoy the peace of mind that comes with a brand new, beautifully designed build that has carefree living in mind.

Located in a private, sought-after location in Wai-iti Crescent, Lower Hutt there has been significant interest in these brand new apartments. We only have one 2 bedroom apartment and three 1 bedroom apartments left! For more information, or to arrange a viewing, call Allan on 04 439 4949. NEXT OPEN HOME: Wednesday 17 December. 2pm to 3pmAddress: 29E Wai-iti Crescent, Lower Hutt

Visit www.enlivencentral.org.nz or call 0800 36 54 83

Caring. Enabling. Supporting.Cashmere Homes, JohnsonvilleEnliven’s Cashmere homes are special. These two sister sites, Cashmere Home and Cashmere Heights Home, in Johnsonville share a relaxed, yet engaging atmosphere that leaves you feeling warm and welcomed.

At Cashmere we offer specialist hospital level care for people with complex clinical needs. This includes both long-term care and short-term respite and convalescent care.

Here we embrace an elder-directed philosophy of care, called the Eden Alternative. We’ll support you to make decisions about you personal wellbeing, and to maintain your independence in a way that’s right for you.

Call us on 04 477 7067 to find out more.

Fancy fresh fi sh for dinner tonight?

32 Johnsonville Rd, JohnsonvilleOpen 7 days: Mon - Sun 10am - 9pm

Ph 04 477 4270

MALLFISH SUPPLY

Fresh FishFISH’nCHIPS

Smorgasbord available.88 Johnsonville Rd, Johnsonville | Ph 04 939 7223

Weekly Special: Tarakihi All-purpose Best Pan-fried

$24.99/kg$29.99/kg*Alternative fi sh options available

By Dan Whitfi eld

Year nine students from Samuel Marsden Collegiate School now understand the true meaning of why it is im-portant to remember the fallen soldiers of World War One.

As part of a class project that stretched the year, 60 students were given the task to research the lives of fallen Karori soldiers, as well as their involvement in the war which began in 1914.

The objective was to create a WWI Field of Remembrance at the school, with crosses representing those lost at war. The crosses were erected last

week, and will be re-erected next April for ANZAC Day.

Fiona Crawford, who is head of humanity at the school, says it is great because it enabled the girls to create a personal connection on a local group of men who fought in WW1.

“It’s helped them realise why we remember them and has enabled them to learn about the signifi cance of the war – part of the WW100 commemorations,” Fiona says.

Students worked with the local RSA, and more spe-cifically Michael Whitfield Foster, who supplied them with information and a list for names who were from Karori

– some of which had a family connection to students.

Captain H.E. Owen, Ser-geant H. Barlow, and Lieuten-ant T.C. Higginson are just three of the names that were represented and researched for the project.

Fiona hopes that students will remember their fallen soldiers as the commemora-tions around the city unfold – marking 100 years from the start of the war.

The research that was com-pleted by students, and a number of staff, will help cre-ate a fact fi le on soldiers from Karori and their involvement in the war.

CELEBRATING THE SOLDIERS:Sarah Philp-Wright and Ellie Viaccia with their crosses, mark-ing the remembrance of a WW1 solider. PHOTO: Dan Whitfi eld.

In memory of fallen soldiers

Film stars at Cashmere HomeResidents from Enliven’s Cash-

mere Home became fi lm stars recently when a camera crew visited the Johnsonville home to showcase their native planting project.

The camera crew were fi lming on behalf of the Nga Hau E Wha o Paparangi Marae and the Wellington City Council, who are producing a fi lm celebrating the most successful projects by Nga Whenua Rahui, a branch of the Department of Conservation, over the past 25 years.

Since 2010, residents of Cash-mere Home have been growing native seedlings with the help

from volunteers and staff. In 2012 the home teamed up with local marae Nga Hau E Wha o Paparangi and since then Cashmere Home has donated about 1000 native plants and will continue to donate between 300 and 400 plants annually.

Cashmere recreation officer Davina Rawiri says Cashmere Home took part in the project because they were looking for a way residents could give back to the community and make a lasting impact.

“Residents that have passed on have contributed to the future – it’s a legacy that they leave

behind for future generations to enjoy.”

Davina says residents care for the plants, watering, weeding and transplanting them into larger pots.

“We use a lounge in the home to re-pot the plants indoors so all residents who want to partici-pate are able to. It’s an activity they fi nd both meaningful and rewarding.”

From Cashmere Home, the plants go to Jay Street Nursery and are cared for by the com-munity gardens team until they are large enough to be planted in the local parks, reserves, schools

and childcare centres. “The planting is done by local

schools and volunteers,” says Davina. “The project refl ects a real community effort to protect and enhance our local environ-ment and we are very happy to help make a difference in our community.”

Cashmere Home specialises in respite and hospital care. To fi nd out more about Enliven’s Cashmere Home and Cashmere Heights Home in Johnsonville, call 04 477 7067, email [email protected] or visit www.enlivencentral.org.nz


Year 10 Overall Academic Achievement

Year 10 Overall Academic

Achievement Runner-up

Clarydel Sevilla

Year 9 Overall Academic

AchievementChelsea-Jane Kah

Mana Pasifika AwardOverall Academic, Sports and Cultural

Achievement for a Junior Pasifika Student

K’Shana Fa’amasino

Mauri Tū Tewha Tewha Award Overall Academic, Sports and Cultural

Achievement for a Junior Māori Student

Chantel Gates

The College Association TrophyAwarded for achievement in academic

subjects and in sporting/cultural activitiesDanica Fontein &

Clarice du Toit (Yr 10),Shine Wu (Yr 9)

Roberts Family TrophyAward for Service to the School

Melissa Daphne Martinez& Dylan Jones

Year 9 Overall Academic Achievement

Runners-up

Junior Achievement in Term 4

Emily Hollis & Ruth CabahugStella Lu, Simon McSweeney-Harte & Rachael Wilson

Keep Safe These Holidays

BOOK YOUR CAR IN FOR A PRE-HOLIDAY

SERVICE AT WEBBS AUTOSERVICES

NOW.

We can pick up and deliver your car if you live in the Johnsonville area. 10% OFF for Gold Card Members.

11 Burgess Road, JohnsonvillePh: 478 2477 Fax: 478 3505 [email protected]

Owner operated & personal service is guaranteed

Webbs Autoservices are celebrating

25 years of business and their mechanics

have over 38 years experience, so you know your car is in the

best of hands.

By Dan Whitfi eld

A rather colourful and creative fad has the fi ngers of students and teachers at Raroa Normal Intermediate School working overtime to tastefully graffiti the school.

Students Agnes Hisatake, Rhiannon Cooper, Alex McFarlane, Niamh Cook, Karina O’Connor, Alison Bell, and Jemma August, along with their librar-ian Clare Forrest, have taken it upon themselves to decorate trees around the school with knitted

wraps – dubbed as Gangster Granny Graffi ti.

“It’s amazing at how they have picked it up,” Clare says.

Before the girls were let loose on the balls of yarn, Claire took them for a ses-sion teaching them how to knit, and since then the knitting has been coupled with pranks, talking and singing.

“It’s so cool,” says Agnes.“It makes the trees look

beautiful,” says Jemma.While the project is part

of the school’s annual elec-tive week, a week where students and teachers take a

break from the normal cur-riculum, it is set to continue with Clare encouraging them to keep knitting.

“It’s cool because some of us are leaving, and it’s like us leaving out mark on the school,” Niamh says.

One of the highlights for everyone who is involved was connecting with each other, as well as family members who knit – such as Agnes and her grand-mother.

“The best thing is anyone can do it – despite only girls selecting the elective last week,” Clare says.

KNITTERS: Agnes Hisatake, Rhiannon Cooper, Alex McFarlane, Niamh Cook, Karina O’Connor, Alison Bell, and Jemma August beside the teachers tree which has inspired their work. PHOTO: Dan Whitfi eld.

Knitting craze takes over

This weekend will have something for eve-ryone – with the Karori Fair Day on Saturday and the Khandallah Village Fair on Sunday.

The craft stalls at Karori Fair Day are of a high standard, featuring genuine hand-made and local crafts; plus food stalls, a music performance stage, and kids’ activities and children’s rides areas.

Locals are encouraged to come along and enjoy the day out.

It is held annually in around Karori Commu-nity Centre, and runs from 10am until 3pm.

The Khandallah Village Fair, now in its 12th consecutive year, is a very popular yet small community fair.

The feature of this event is the high quality of the goods offered by the stallholders. It is restricted to genuine hand-made, local, or authentic cultural crafts.

It is held around on Ganges Rd from 10am until 3pm, and again locals are warmly invited.

The fair offers a wide range of quality food stalls, performances, and children’s activities.

Community fairs provide something for everyone


Churton Park VillageCHRISTMAS

at Churton Park Village

Dermalogica gift packsfrom $20

Gift vouchers for a specifi c treatment or

dollar value

www.enhancechurtonpark.co.nz

Follow us onfacebook.com/enhancechurtonpark

Enhance gorgeous gifts and treatments

To book in your preChristmas treatment call 04 280 8126

Ph 472 2690Email: [email protected]

Merry ChristmasMerry ChristmasMerry Christmasfrom the team at Village Vet

Experienced, Caring, Friendly ServicesVet care, pet retail, premium pet food,

puppy preschool, grooming and cattery.Give us a call today!

Churton Park Physiotherapy



Pilates Programmes and Classes

ACC Treatment subsidized/No referral Necessary

Pilates Classes Monday & Thursday 9.30am – 10.30am

Wednesday 6.00pm – 7.00pmHeld at the Churton Park Community Centre

Open until 6pmContact us now on(04) 478 7010

churtonparkphysio.co.nzWe also have a clinic in Khandallah.

Enter our Christmas Pilates Draw to win a voucher for a Pilates Intro and

3 free Pilates Classes!

Churton Park

All you need to do is call into our Churton Park Clinic, say hello to one of our friendly staff

and collect a Physio/Pilates information sheet.

Unique gifts for all ages including beauty products, toys

and free gift wrapping

Ph: 477 3131. 69 Lakewood Ave

Merry Christmas from the team at Churton Park Pharmacy

For up to date information on the exciting developments in the suburb of Churton Park.

Including: Churton Park Village, new houses for sale, section releases and more.

Contact us at www.churtonparkinfo.co.nz

CHURTON PARK VILLAGE

CLOTHES - JEWELLERY - ART - GIFTS & MORE

DESIGN STORE

All you need forChristmas

All you need forChristmas

www.russellproperties.co.nz

Mike RussellPh: 04 478 4632 • Mob: 0274 482 233Email: [email protected]

“Home of the Week”

18 Melksham Drive Churton Park

$805,000New Large Family Home

• 5 bedrooms • 3 bathrooms • 50 metres from

Churton Park Village

NEW WORLD CHURTON PARK

Churton Park, New World Car Park, 69 Lakewood Avenue, Churton ParkPh 04 478 0270

www.newworld.co.nz/lower-north-island/wellington/churton-park/

‘Butch, Jan and the team atNew World Churton Park

wish all of our valued customers a very Merry Christmas,

a prosperous New Year andsafe travels throughout

the holiday period’.

Holiday Hours:25 Dec - Closed • 26 Dec, 1 Jan, 2 Jan - 8am to 9pm

Residents say Churton Park is the place to be – and with a bustling little village at its heart, there’s something for everyone.

The Village, located on corner of Westch-ester Dr and Lakewood Ave, incorporates a mix of uses including a New World Supermarket, Simmer Café, Churton Park Medical Care, Churton Park Pharmacy, Village Vets, Russell Properties, Takeaway @ Churton, Enhance Beauty Therapy, Guardian First National, Little Monkey Web Design, and the WCC Community Centre.

It was developed into a shopping centre destination about three years ago, with New World Churton Park becoming the fi rst ten-ant back in December 2011. From there, the centre grew and is still growing to this day, with part of the site also being developed into medium density residential housing.

The latest retailer to set up business is the gift shop, Loyal – which opened about a year ago.

According to Churton Park residents, it

is a new way of convenience having a com-munity village so close, and so available to them – with a few saying it has allowed them to feel totally connected and able to stay in their community for the things they love.

One thing that is appealing to people that frequent the village is that it is handy to all residents, has something for everyone, and also has a really cool design to it. Another thing is that retailers and owners are also positive towards the community, and sup-port local fundraisers, market days, and groups, etc.

Tenants from around the village say that the biggest thing for residents to remember is to support the community – with one saying it is important to shop local to continue the collaborative community spirit that it has.

With Christmas just around the corner, Churton Park Village is the perfect place to shop, and spend some time out with the family.


Sat 13 Dec, 10-3Karori Community Centre Grounds

Ganges RdSun 14 Dec, 10-3

best quality crafts, yummy world food, kids rides, music stages, and...THE AMAZING, YOU IMAGINE IT, YOU MAKE IT (we’ll help you)...

IMAGINARIUM!

stall sites and stage spots still available. for all information and applications: www.capitalproductions.co.nz

supported by

EARLY IMPRESSIONS CHILDCARE

[email protected] Frankmoore Ave, Johnsonville

Ph. 4787553

Early Impressions Childcare is a safe, fun and stimulating purpose-built

learning environment, where children are nurtured, and families are supported in their role as the primary educators in

their children’s lives.

We have a high child:adult ratio to ensure that your child gets quality care and

education.

Monday-Friday 8.30am-1.30pmCost: $29.00 per session

20 Hours Free for 3 and 4 year olds

Please feel free to come in anytime to have a look around and enrol

NOW for 2015.

By Dan Whitfi eld

Countdown Johnsonville and its customers have helped raise $154,433 for the Wel-lington Children’s Hospital – all thanks to the store’s annual three month fundraising appeal which wrapped up recently.

Funds from this year’s appeal will go towards the hospital’s neonatal unit to purchase drae-gar and intermed ventilators as well as two wall-mounted cardiac monitors.

Bill Day, chairman of Wel-lington Hospitals Foundation, says that this year’s successful appeal brings the total raised for Wellington Children’s Hospital over the past eight years to more than $1 million.

This year, fundraising activi-ties included teams clocking up over 200 kilometres in running and cycling events, baking and selling nearly 7000 cheese rolls. Appeal chairwoman Ruth Krippner was thrilled with the response this year, noting how much Kiwis care about their local communities.

“Our goal is to raise as much money as possible to help children in need across New Zealand through the purchas-ing of much-needed medical equipment. This is part of our

commitment to giving back to the communities that we live and work in, and supporting good causes that make life that little bit better for future generations,” Ruth says.

Staff of Wellington Children’s Hospital were thrilled to re-ceive this year’s funds which will help sick children once again.

The Wellington Hospitals

Foundation has also done up the atrium with Christmas trees, and Christmas quilts which all mothers who have babies in the neonatal unit get to take home.

SMILES ALL ROUND: Andrew Cox, Steve Green, Mel Rae and Sandi Collins with Hospi, the Wellington Children’s Hospital mascot. PHOTO: Supplied.

Countdown comes to the rescue once again

Deck the halls with boughs of holly, because this is the season to be jolly.

This Friday, Churton Park residents will be getting into the Christmas spirit thanks an evening dedicated to singing carols such as Snoopy’s Christmas, Jingle Bells, and Rudolf the Red-nosed Reindeer.

The carols will be sung by The Salvation Army Band, as well as the community choir – with help from locals themselves.

The festive event is set to be held at Amesbury School on Friday, December 12, with proceed-ings kicking off from about 7pm. Despite this, families are being encouraged to make an evening of it by bringing dinner along.

Wellington Free Ambulance will be sup-ported by a community collection.

If wet, the event will be moved inside the Amesbury School Hall.

Jingle all the way to the carols in Churton Park

www.buddhastix.co.nzORDER TODAY. PH. 04 8910 493

ADD A LITTLEADD A LITTLE

FLAVOURTO YOUR CHRISTMAS

SEASON

RESTAURANT • BAR354 Jackson Street. Petone, Wellington.

EXCLUSIVE BAR AREA • EXPANSIVE MENU • BOOTH AND TABLE SEATING FOR LARGE OR SMALLER PARTIES.

OPEN EVERY DAY (EXCEPT PUBLIC HOLIDAYS)

Don’t wait for the Christmas rush, book your vehicle in for a service today!

The Best Wellington Tyre & Alignment Centre. See us for tyres, mechanical, mufflers, oil change, suspension, brakes & WOF.

From left: Ant, Mike, Guy, Tom, Royce, Kirk

Viaduct Servicentre182 Glenmore Street, Kelburnor. Phone Michael Tock 04 475 8079.

The 2010 Regional MTA Awarded the Viaduct Servicentre as:

Viaduct Servicentre182 Glenmore Street, Kelburn.

157c Karori Road, Marsden Village. Phone Phil Lester 04 475 8079.

Don’t wait for the Christmas rush, book your vehicle in for a service today!

See us for tyres, mechanical, muffl ers, oil change, suspension, brakes and WOF.

rush, book your vehicle

Air Conditioning

Re-gas now

available

Open: Mon-Fri 7.30am - 5.30pm, Sat 8am - 12pm CLOSED on 25th & 26th of December and on the 1st & 2nd January

We are here to look after your vehicle servicing needs all through the holiday period

From left to right, Matt, Tom, Royce, PhilDon’t wait for the Christmas rush, book your vehicle in for a service today!

The Best Wellington Tyre & Alignment Centre. See us for tyres, mechanical, mufflers, oil change, suspension, brakes & WOF.

From left: Ant, Mike, Guy, Tom, Royce, Kirk

Viaduct Servicentre182 Glenmore Street, Kelburnor. Phone Michael Tock 04 475 8079.

The 2010 Regional MTA Awarded the Viaduct Servicentre as:

Wednesday December 10, 20148

Question: What do you want for Christmas?

readers have their say... Find out the WORD on the Street.

Shernaia JamesKarori

“A goldfi sh!”

Hugo KilsbyKarori

“I don’t mind what I get.”

Ethan GeorgeKarori “I just want a game voucher I think.”

Avani PatelKarori

“A new phone or vouchers.”

Brodie GrahaneKarori

“I would like a nice sleep in.”

Shaked Ben-ShaharKarori

“I don’t celebrate Christmas.”

Shaked Ben-ShaharShaked Ben-Shahar Hugo KilsbyHugo Kilsby Shernaia JamesShernaia James Brodie GrahaneBrodie Grahane Avani PatelAvani Patel Ethan GeorgeEthan George

By Dan Whitfi eld

Members belonging to the Rotary Club of Karori have managed to raise and donate $1000 towards a national not-for-profi t organisation that helps families in need.

Club president Allan Frazer pre-sented the cheque to Jacqui Jago, from the Karori branch of Bellyful – an organisation that sees families supported by their fellow community members. Money is set to go towards families based in the greater Karori area.

The donation comes after Jacqui spoke at a recent Rotary meeting, outlining the history of the branch and support is always needed.

Bellyful is run solely by volunteers and relies entirely on fundraising, do-nations and the support of community and service organisations.

It provides meals that are prepared by volunteers and delivered frozen to families identifi ed by groups working with young families.

Jacqui says the target is families in need of support, regardless of their resources.

She says many families with new-born or demanding infants have little family support in the area and Bellyful aims to provide practical help with nutritious but simple meals to assist those families.

The Rotary Club of Karori was pleased to support Bellyful.

Other donations include Bellyful Wellington also receiving $4000 from Soroptimists to go towards helping its services around the city.

The funds were split between branches of the organisation, includ-ing the one based in Karori.

Families in need get help

PRESENTATION: Allan Frazer presenting the cheque to Jacqui Jago. PHOTO: Supplied


on options for bus routes in Churton Park

Feedback by 21 December 2014

More information on the options and how to send in your feedback will be posted in early December to all households and is available online at http://www.gw.govt.nz/have-your-say/ (or scan the QR code below).

on options for bus routes in Churton Park

HAVE YOUR SAY

For timetables and information about Metlink’s bus and train services:• www.metlink.org.nz• 0800 801 700

• @metlinkwgtn• [email protected]

Letters on issues of community interest are welcomed. Guidelines are that they should be no longer than 150 words. They must be signed and a street address provided to show good faith, even if a nom de plume is provided for publication.The editor reserves the right to abridge letters or withhold unsuitable letters from publication. Send or fax them to the address on page two, or email them to [email protected]. Please note that your name and street address must also be provided in e mails.

Dear Ed, I live in Johnsonville, Wel-lington. Someone visited my home around earlier this week with a tablet and a few home drawing papers and posed as a city council inspector.

Since I recently renovated my home and had few visits from Wellington City council inspectors, my mother (81yrs) let the guy in. He inspected the house and further asked questions like "how much have you spent?" My mother said my son is not home and he answered that he will

email me in this regard. When my mother told me this incident

yesterday evening, I contacted city council because my home renovations have already been signed off.

They called me this morning and said that there was no inspection booked for yesterday and it was not any of their inspectors.

Based on this incident, it looks like there is an impostor acting like a city council inspector with tablet and home

drawings in hand…maybe a planning for Xmas burglary.

I went to Wellington City Police station to report but they asked me to go back to Johnsonville since they are busy. I have reported this to police via general inquiry email via their website.

Yours sincerely, Concerned Johnsonville resident

Concern over fake inspector

Marsden celebrates top achievements

LETTERS to the editor

Girls and their families are cel-ebrating the achievements of one another after being recognised at Samuel Marsden Collegiate School's cultural awards evening recently.

The school's cultural coordina-tor Sarah Wilson says being involved in cultural activities is a great way for students to develop leadership skills.

Some achievements include the barbershop chorus Sam's Girls making it through to the national fi nals, with the school choir Ad Summa named as the best student lead choir at the Big Sing this year.

Year 12 student Olivia Sin-gleton also won Best Student Composition at the Big Sing.

Year seven student Michelle Lee was cast as an orphan in the international production of

Annie, which showcased at the St James Theatre earlier this year.

The school is also celebrat-ing the achievements of Tessa Dalgety-Evans, having been se-lected as part of the New Zealand Secondary Schools’ Symphony Orchestra, while year 11 student Mia Vinaccia sang with the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra.

Lara Flannery in year nine was selected for the scholar’s programme at the New Zealand School of Dance, while senior Grace Ko qualifi ed for the World Hip Hop Championships in Melbourne.

Junior student Jemma Chester received three fi rst places in the vocal section at the Hutt Valley Performing Arts Competition.

As well as these achievements, the school named and presented just under 30 awards to top

achieving students with a high level of achievement within the school, and who have also been involved in an external group such as a regional orchestra.

Other awards included:Service Colours – Nicola Mah

and Jialin Sae-Jiw; Junior Col-ours in Dance – Lara Flannery; Colours in Dance – Grace Ko; Colours in Technical Produc-tion – Nicole Rennie; Junior Colours in Drama – Thomasin McKenzie, Victoria-Rose Manu; Colours in Music – Shan Boek-holt, Srimoyee Chakravorty, Tessa Dalgety-Evans, Madeline Hayward, Nicola Mah, Olivia Singleton, Sarsha Sivanantham, Mia Vinaccia; and, Junior Col-ours in Music – Jemma Chester, Bethany Kaye-Blake, Michelle Lee, and Bria Renai.

CELEBRATIONS: Molly McDouall, Nicola Mah, Sarah Wilson, Grace Ko, and Delaney Abeyesundere celebrating the success. PHOTO: Supplied.


THE BEST POOLS.CHOICE.LEARN TO SWIM at Keith Spry pool and Tawa pool

Call 801 4403 or visit Wellington.govt.nz/ learntoswim

WCE

094

1

By Dan Whitfi eld

The lights go up every year for the community to see, and have done since about the 1970s – however the ladies and gentlemen at the Johnsonville Club want this tradition to continue, but more funding is needed.

Although the lights add a bit of Christ-mas spirit to the town, the cost of power increases for the club – with the additional cost of about $3000 needed for an elevated work platform to install the lights.

President of the Johnsonville Club Bob Tait says it is a landmark in Johnsonville, despite this, funding in the last few years has been nil.

In recent weeks, the Wellington City Council has installed Christmas trees and lights at the bottom end of Taranaki Street and Courtenay Place, along with a tree in Midland Park – all costing a fair penny.

“It needs to be acknowledged. We just want the WCC to recognise the efforts that we put into providing community Christmas atmosphere,” Bob says.

The council is not a complete scrooge, and has in the past awarded the club with a grant towards the cost of the running the community Christmas tree – but Bob says this has not happened in the past two years because there is no budget for it.

“My question is if they can afford $500,000 in the city, why can’t they afford a few thousand towards what we do for the Johnsonville community,” Bob says.

Councillor Helene Ritchie has alleg-edly approached the club and asked if representatives would like to meet after Christmas to discuss getting a plan in

Lights are on, funding needed

place for coming years, however already the suggestion has been made to move the tree and have something more central.

“Why reinvent the wheel. It can be seen from all around the town,” Bob says.

“What we want is for the council to front up, acknowledge the costs that are involved so we can keep the tradition going,” he says.

Former president Ted Williams has been a resident in Johnsonville for about 45 years, and believes that lighting up

the Christmas tree every December makes Christmas for others living in the community.

“People know it’s Christmas when the lights are on, and if they aren’t on by December 1, we get people ringing up and asking why they aren’t on,” Ted says.

At this stage, Bob says the hope is to receive some sort of funding and acknowledgement by council, and to potentially get a bit more spent on the suburb to make it more festive.

FESTIVE SPIRIT: Ted Williams, Bob Tait, and Barry Green

want support from council towards the

Johnsonville Club's

Christmas tree.

PHOTO:Dan

Whitfi eld

A report into the challenges facing New Zealand due to sea level rise has been welcomed by the Wellington City Council – with Mayor Celia Wade-Brown stressing the importance of increasing the understanding of climate change.

Last month, the council released its own report, based on the Parliamentary Commis-sioner for the Environment by Dr Jan Wright, with the focus to understand and plan for the impact of climate change on Wellington

“These reports are a starting point for Wel-lingtonians to consider what is important to our city, what we need to think about and plan for the future. While WCC is an important leader in addressing climate change it’s an issue we can’t tackle alone,” says Mayor Wade-Brown.

The WCC commissioned analysis looks at how the capital could be affected by rising sea levels over the next century. It broadly covers cultural, economic, environmental and social values, looking at the potential impacts for different scenarios.

Councillor David Lee, portfolio leader for climate change, says council is already working on a number of resilience initiatives to best prepare the city for future climate change risks.

“As a council, we’re already working with the community through our city planning and through initiatives arising from the 2013 Climate Change Action Plan – such as the Water Sensitive Urban Design Guide, the Smart Energy Challenge, and working with the community to fi nd a long-term solution for the storm damaged Island Bay seawall,” he says.

Wellington has taken signifi cant steps to reduce its emissions and continues to do so.

The western side of Wellington has been developed with two large-scale wind farms, just outside Johnsonville.

A plan for rising sea levels


CHRISTMAS AT

KARORI MALL

“Hairdressing is our passion”

Shop 3, Karori Mall250 Karori Road

WellingtonPh: (04) 476-9115

• Books • Magazines • Stationary• Gifts• Cards

• Roll Wraps • Lotto• 2015 Diaries & Calendars

One Stop Shop for all your Christmas Needs

Phone/Fax (04) 476 7191 - [email protected] Opening Hours for Sunday: 11am-4pm Unichem Karori Mall Pharmacy - The Mall, 250 Karori Road, Karori. WELLINGTON

Like us onPhone: (04) 476 7564

Trilogy RangePurchase any 2 more products and receiveyour gift

Elizabeth Arden 8 hour moisturising hand treatment

ea

Da Vinci Classic Shave Set

Limited edition set that contains 200ml face wash, 200ml face moisturiser & 100g shave cream along with shave brush, bowl and razor

$78 ea

Marc JacobsDaisy EDT 50ml

RevlonColourstayGel Envy

Trilogy RangeTrilogy RangePurchase any 2 more products and receiveyour gift

$8eaONLY

your gift your gift

with purchase

FREE GIFT

RevlonColourstayGel Envy

Revlon gift ideas

in store...

ea

Da Vinci

$2999

With Christmas just around the corner and thoughts on preparation for the big event, our lives can often feel like they are spinning out of control and as though good Christmas cheer has gone out the window. It’s unavoidable – Christmas seems to bring with it endless To Do and To Buy lists, and we fi nd ourselves running all around town feeling stressed out and miserable.

Parking becomes a competitive sport and it can feel as though we spend longer sitting in traffi c than we do actually shop-ping.

Surely, it doesn’t have to be so hard. What happened to simply walking around our local mall? We’d most likely get a lot more done in a lot less time, able to have a bit of fun soaking up the festive atmosphere without battling drones of shoppers and long queues.

Karori Mall has everything you need to be organised for the festive season. With its parking facilites, onsite banking, and owner operated shops, it’s a community hub bursting with Christmas spirit. Many of the retailers have been part of the lo-cal area for a number of years and those

new to the mall are keen to join their neighbours in giving their best service to the locals in Karori.

There is no shortage of places to shop for gifts for all the family – perfume for mum, toys for the kids, books, craft materials, footwear, tablewear and even furniture - all at aff ordable prices.

And if you want to stop for a bite to eat, or order in some extra special food for the Christmas period, there are plenty of rea-sonable priced options available. Whether you’re a sushi lover, or into goodies such as freshly baked pies, sanwiches, or pastries, the cafes and deli off er good quality and nutritious food.

Even if you’ve left a lot until the last minute, you don’t need to venture further afi eld. Nip to the Karori Mall for Christmas cards, wrapping paper, decorations, and party supplies – it’s all here, even sum-mer essentials like sunscreen and fi rst-aid items.

Karori Mall may not be the biggest shopping centre in the world, but when it comes to being organised for Christmas, it is a hidden gem. Sometimes, it’s just a case of noticing what it right under your nose.

Have a stress-free shopping experience this Christmas...


CHRISTMAS AT

KARORI MALL

Mon - Fri: 7.30am - 5.30pm - Sat: 8.30am - 5.30pm - Ph: (04) 476 7531

8479132AA

Rosina’s Cafe

Treat yourself to...

one of ouror savory dishes.

50/N

Isaac Barber

KARORI MALLPH 04 920 1589

Unisex Hair Stylists

We are OPEN Monday to FridayFrom 9 am to 6 pmSaturday 9 am to 4 pm

Top Quality at \ Great Prices

9018

824A

A

Isaac Barber

KARORI MALLPH 04 920 1589

Unisex Hair Stylists

We are OPEN Monday to FridayFrom 9 am to 6 pmSaturday 9 am to 4 pm

Top Quality at \ Great Prices

Merry Christmas and safe travels over the Festive Season

We are OPEN Monday to Friday From 10am to 6pmSaturday 9am to 1pm

NO APPOINTMENTS NECESSARY

We make Christmas Shoppingeasy at Coin City...

with something foreveryone!

We are situated across from Munro’s Shoes in Karori Mall.

Down Parkvale Rd, Karori (Opposite The Pickle Jar)

Trading Hours: 9am-6pm Mon-Fri, 9am-3pm Sat, 9am-2pm Sun - Open Christmas Eve -

Ph: 476 5960

8757

921A

A

For lovers of fine food

For all your Christmas Goodies and Gifts

At Unichem Karori Mall Pharmacy all your holiday and summer essentials are covered, as well as your Christmas gift giving. Whether it’s a fragrance for a gift of a quality sunscreen to protect the whole family this summer, the friendly staff will be able to help with your Christmas and holiday require-ments. Don’t forget they off er a free gift wraps service as well as Fly Buys.

The team at Flight Centre Karori would like to wich you all a happy Christ-mas. Our experienced team of four will be there to off er you unbeatable prices and the best knowledge, giving you the amazing holiday that you deserve. We will be open throughout the Christmas and New Year period, excluding the public holidays.

Isaac Barber, the friendly family barber in the mall is ready to give all fam-ily members a spruce up for the holidays. He also wants to wish everyone a happy time over the Christmas/New Year break, and looks forward to seeing his regulars back in 2015. Visitors are always welcome.

At Munros Shoes they have shoes for all the family. No matter whether it is sports shoes, clogs, or party footwear, at Munros you can be sure of getting great value for money. With top brands available at reduced prices on the bargain table, it is always worth stopping by if you are in Karori Mall. There are sandals and summer styles as well. They will always make sure of the correct fi tting for everyone, so you can never put a foot wrong at Munros Shoes. They wish everyone a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year.

George’s Hair Design can get you looking sharp for the festive season. Whatever the reason and whatever the desired style you can put your trust in the expert hairdressers. Located in shop three of the Karori Mall, hairdressing is their passion so pop in for a trim or a brand new style for the New Year.

Gamboni’s Deli is renowned for its great selection of specialty foods and they are certainly rising to the occasion this Christmas. With a full range of Christmas goodies in store, order a Christmas hamper full of your favourite things, or an antipasto platter. Why not treat a friend with a gift voucher and make their Christmas yummy too. The team wants to wish everyone a “Happy Christmas.”

Are you a Rosina’s regular? If so, you will know the favourites of delicious home-made pies, pastries, and bread cases with an inexhaustible range of fi llings – including vegetarian – can fi ll the spot if you are hungry. If you’re out shopping for Christmas, take a break and enjoy a coff ee and home-made pastry.

Do not panic if you need a last minute stocking fi ller, Coin City is the place to go. At Coin City, you can fi nd something for the youngsters as well as something a little diff erent for older members of the family. There is a very innovative range of goods and gifts at amazingly friendly prices. From craft ingredients to jewellery; from toys and books, to party gear and dressing up items; as well as stationary, cards, Christmas wrap – Coin City has it all. It’s a real one-stop-shop for Santa.

For all your banking deposits, withdrawals, or savings over the Christmas period, the staff from BNZ and Westpac Karori branches are here to help. For opening hours, and more information go to www.bnz.co.nz or www.westpac.co.nz.


CHRISTMAS AT

KARORI MALL

Family StoreWe have new stock

arriving daily and our store is full of good bargains...

...so come in and get yours today!

The Salvation Army Karori • Karori Mall Ph: 476 0239

8479

298A

A50

/N

Westpac’s current personal loan lending criteria apply. Westpac New Zealand Limited. Westpac’s current personal loan lending criteria apply. Westpac New Zealand Limited.

Simplify your debt with a Westpac Personal Loan.

Get started with

$250 OFFTake the hassle out of your debts by combining them into one loan, withone simple monthly payment, and a date when you know you’ll be debt free.Bring this voucher into Westpac Karori Branch tocombine your debts into one simple personal loan or callRobin Hambling on 04 476 5396 for more details.

Present this voucher at Westpac Karori Branchbefore 31 January 2015 and if approved for a Westpac Personal Loan you’ll pay no establishment fee (normally $250).



Get started with





Get started with



Bring this voucher into Westpac Karori Branch to combine your debts into one simple personal loan or call Robin Hambling on 04 476 5396 for more details.

Take the hassle out of your debts by combining them into one loan, with one simple monthly payment, and a date when you know you’ll be debt free.

Present this voucher at Westpac Karori Branch before 31 January 2015 and if approved for a Westpac Personal Loan you’ll pay no establishment fee (normally $250).

Westpac’s current personal loan lending criteria apply. Westpac New Zealand Limited.

Westpac’s current personal loan lending criteria apply. Westpac New Zealand Limited.

Karori Shopping Mall, 236 Karori Road

We now stock...Josef Siebel, Ecco, Rieker, HISPANITIS, PITILLOS & NOAT shoes

Childrens shoes, Richter, Clarks & BopyChildrens shoes, Richter, Clarks & Bopy

Karori Mall - Next to Westpac Trust Bank

9018

847A

A

Fresh Products, Excellent Service

New Season; Berries, Apricots, Peaches, Nectarines

Sometimes the greatest treasures have been pre-loved and would take pride of place in a new setting. At the Salvation Army Family Store downstairs in the Karori Mall, there is a real Aladdin’s cave of possibilities for special Christmas gifts. Many brand new items have been included in donations to the store. Some diff erent garments have come to light amid the racks of clothing and there are delightful pieces of furniture that sometimes hail from faraway lands. The team wishes everyone a very merry Christmas, with a reminder that they open for donations and collections as usual, and are only closed statutory holidays.

At Taylor’s Dry Cleaning the service is still better than ever. From shirts and formal wear, to even wedding dresses – Taylor’s Dry Cleaning is still the place to go. You can also take furnishings, duvets, and blankets for a freshen up. With the party season getting underway, those oops moments do happen so bring your stained garments in as soon as possible so the team can have them sparkling fresh in no time. The team also reminds families to get school uniforms in for cleaning before the festive season overtakes and they get forgotten until the last minute. A very happy Christmas and a happy New Year is wished to all.

If you’re staying in Wellington this Christmas, pop into United Video Karori for all your entertainment needs. Whether you want a romantic DVD to go with dinner, or a movie to occupy the children, it’s your one stop for the latest releases and old classics. The store will be open every day over the festive season, and the team wants to thank the loyal customers for all their support over the years.

Worrying what to do if the weather plays fi ckle and summer activities get driven indoors? Take Note Lotto and Books has the solution. Books, magazines, games and puzzles can bring fun and enjoyment indoors for all ages. There are colouring-in books, activity books, and reading books for the children, as well as DVDs, gift books, cards, and lots of ideas for Christmas presents in the giftware displays. Of course there is plenty of choice in reading matter for the grown-ups. Christmas cards and calendars are also all there. The team at Take Note Lotto wishes everyone a very happy time over the festive season.

At Lifesense there is always something special for you. To prepare for and recover from the festive season, Catherine recommends the high-strength Garcinia Cambogia 6000 product to weight management and to help with managing your metabolism and to beat cravings. With three sizes to choose from, summer’s here so get in shape with Garcinia Cambogia. Take care of your health and enjoy the fun and celebrations of the Christmas season. Catherine and all the staff wish you a happy Christmas.

For a chilled out summer with a diff erence, why not try a feast of sushi? At Manna 153 Sushi, you are really spoiled for choice – with tuna, smoked salmon, teriyaki chicken, and vegetables. Everything is the perfect picnic or beach snack. If you have never tried sushi, pop into Karori Mall and tingle your taste buds with some of the delicious range.

For the freshest and most delicious range of fruit and vegetables this Christmas, head to The Karori Fruit Shop. All produce is sourced from market gardens and producers close to home, and Anthony says they already have a full range of New Zealand fresh fruit and vegetables – including strawberries. With Christmas so close, there are bags of walnuts and plenty of other nuts to choose from. Anthony also says it would be wise to pop in or call with an order for Christmas fresh produce so you don’t miss out.


CHRISTMAS AT

KARORI MALL

COMBO SUSHI PACKSFROM $6.00

PARTY PLATTERSAVAILABLE

Takeaway Hot Meals

Open from 9.30am to 5pm Mon-Sat.

Closed Sunday • Ph: 476 0153Located next to Lifesense in Karori Mall

Mana 153 Sushi

9018

807A

A

Thank You to all our customers for your support over the years.

We wish you a very Merry Christmas & a Happy 2015

We are looking forward to seeing you this

Christmas and this Festive Season

Ph 4768400 for enquiries & reservations

COME IN OR PHONE: 476 5320

Catherine, Sandy, Jacqueline, Joanne & Lisawish you all a very Merry Christmas

HOT DEAL

$3490

60 caps 120 caps 180 caps

$5490 $7490

CHEESECAKE This cheesecake has been

perfected through the gen-erations, and, like most baked cheesecakes, is best made the day before and left to chill in the fridge overnight. Overcooking is detrimental, and serving this with fresh berries is a Christmas must!

Base:1 packet wine, malt or diges-

tive biscuit.100g butter (softened)Crush the biscuits in a blender

or food processor, add softened butter and mix with hands or spatula. Using half malt and half wine biscuits is a yummy idea. Press mixture into a spring-bottom 20-23cm well greased tin.

Cake:750g good quality cream

cheese1 cup sugar (just less)2 large eggs or 3 small eggs 1 tspn vanilla essence Beat cream cheese and sugar

until soft and fl uff y. Add eggs one by one, then vanilla es-sence. Pour over base. Tap or lightly bang cake tin to remove air bubbles. Bake at 160oC static oven for 45 minutes. Do not

overcook. Once out of the oven, leave to cool on the bench, then refrigerate.

Pile with fresh berries to serve. Nice with a berry coule. For extra berries, add half a cup into the mixture before you bake.

CATHEDRAL CAKE This is a decadent alternative

to a traditional Christmas Cake. Best served with a cup of coff ee or tea.

6 cups dried fruit and nuts of your choice. Cut any large pieces of fruit. We use cashews, almonds, brazil nuts, cranber-ries, mango, apricots, pear and glazed cherries; however any glazed and dried fruit will do.

Add to the fruit and nuts:1 cup fl our1 tspn mixed spice1/2 cup sugarMix into the fruit and nut

mixture:4 eggs whisked2 Tbspn brandy or liqueur to

taste (optional)There will be just enough

mixture to cover fruit and nuts. Pour into ring tin.

Bake in slow oven 140oC for an hour or until golden and nuts look cooked. Do not overcook

unless you like your nuts hard roasted and crunchy.

Slice thinly and see how the fruit resembles a cathedral window.

STRAWBERRYPECAN SALAD This salad is perfect for Christ-mas Day, and works well with any main meal you may serve. You can use walnuts instead of pecans if you prefer.

For the salad:Your choice of mixed salad

leaves washed and dried, then top with:

StrawberriesAvocadoPecans (or walnuts)PearCrumbly blue cheese or crum-

bly cottage cheese.Red onion or capsicum can

be addedLightly sprinkle with Himala-

yan salt and pepperFor the dressing:Equal quantities of good qual-

ity olive oil and raspberry or berry vinegar

Slighty crushed raspberriesBrown sugar to taste (1-2 tspn)Put into jar and shake. Pour

over salad just before serving.

Christmas treats

Cheesecake

Strawberry Pecan Salad

FRESH CHRISTMAS SMOOTHIE What better way to start Christmas Day with

a fresh smoothie, allowing room for all that food later!

This is a healthy sweet-treat, perfect to start the morning in a special way. This makes around two glasses. Adjust recipe for more or less.

Place in a blender:1 bananaHalf an appleHalf an avocadoHalf a carrot3-4 large spoonfuls of greek or plain yoghurt1 tablespoon honey2-3 tablespoons of cocoa powderPour in enough milk to cover ingredients, add

more for desired thickness.Blend for 2 minutes or so and enjoy!

oven for 45 minutes. Do not Strawberry Pecan Salad

What better way to start Christmas Day with a fresh smoothie, allowing room for all that

This is a healthy sweet-treat, perfect to start the morning in a special way. This makes around two glasses. Adjust recipe for more

3-4 large spoonfuls of greek or plain yoghurt

Pour in enough milk to cover ingredients, add


Wellington’s

Home of WallpaperExcellent Value

From Classical, Modern, Retro, Plain and Florals

From

$29.00/Roll

It doesn’t cost more to buy from a specialist!

Retro, Plain and Florals

Guthrie Bowron Thorndon is a retailer who wants to give customers the full benefi t of vast knowledge and passion for quality and service across all aspects of home decorating.

TAUBMANSLIVING PROOF 8L

$99.00 /8L

Guthrie Bowron Thorndon QuayWellington’s complete home decorating store Ph: 473 3747 - 286 Thorndon Quay (Where Tinakori Rd meets Thorndon Quay)

*whites only (tinting extra) conditions apply.

DULUXWASH & WEAR 4L

DULUXWEATHERSHIELD X10

8 LITRES FOR A 4 LITRE PRICE$75.00

/4L

DULUXWASH & WEAR 10L

$145.00 /10L

A joint initiative between Wel-lington City Council and the John-sonville community will see a 100 metre long train mural installed along the Moorefi eld Road today.

Created by local artist Sheyne Tuffery, along with help from a col-laboration of 11 school groups and youth organisation, Challenge 2000, the aim of the project was to develop a striking mural in partnership with the community that tells the story of the development of Johnsonville as a suburb.

The mural will occupy the wall of the Countdown supermarket op-posite the community centre.

Sheyne has a strong connection to the northern suburbs, having grown

up in Newlands, and says that, “making murals about local history strikes a chord in me. It’s something I take very seriously.”

In the past, he has been part of many large-scale projects including the Hopper Street mural in Mount Cook. His work has also represented by galleries across the country.

Wellington City Council arts programme advisor Katie Taylor-Duke says murals are a great way to bring communities together through sharing ideas about what could be represented and how.

“It’s a bare, white wall and…is a giant blank canvas – a great site for a mural that will minimise graffi ti and activate the space,” Katie says.

The project has been months in the making, with each of Sheyne’s groups assigned a topic about Johnsonville’s development as a thriving suburb – from its settlement in 1841, to Old Coach Road, the Johnsonville Railway line, and the Tip Top Factory.

The mural is set to be completed and installed by December 16. Sheyne made the decision to turn the mural into a train, with each panel making up a different section about the history of Johnsonville.

HAVE YOUR SAY: Do you think the mural is a good idea or do you think it will just get vandalised? Email [email protected] with your thoughts.

All aboard as mural installed

ARTIST: Sheyne Tu� ery standing

where the mural is set to be installed.

PHOTO: Independent Herald � le.

By Dan Whitfi eld

Johnsonville Police have only re-ceived one complaint of this nature to date, however constable Jake Attwood is reminding residents to be cautious of anyone knocking at the door over the next few months.

A resident, who wished to remain anonymous, was confronted by someone acting as a Wellington City Council inspector – even though all her recent home reno-vations already signed off, and council saying that no inspection was booked.

Based on this incident, the resi-dent tells the Independent Herald she believes it looks like there is an impostor acting like a council inspector with tablet and home drawings in hand.

She fears they may be planning for a Christmas burglary.

Constable Attwood says this is a useful reminder to remind residents of a few salient points when dealing with people knocking on their door.

Anyone knocking at your door that is legitimately representing a company or organisation will be carrying some form of identifi ca-

tion or credentials.- If they do, don’t hesitate to read

it and even contact the employer if you have any doubts or suspicions about who the person is.

- Most businesses and organisa-tions will have a free-phone number on the ID itself.

- Ask the person to remove their ID to show you, just so you’re not standing right in front of them trying to read something draped around their neck.

- If your door is on a security chain, you can get the person to hand their ID through the door

to you.- If they can’t show you anything,

DON’T allow them any further on to the property and ask them to leave, regardless of the reason they provide.

- If they refuse to leave then they are trespassing.

- You are perfectly entitled to call 111 at that stage and the trespasser can be arrested.

“In the run up to Christmas many [people] may be displaying a Christmas tree in the lounge. If your tree and presents are visible from the front door or the street,

this can also be a big draw card for buglars and these door knockers,” constable Attwood says.

“If you’re heading to warmer climes over the festive period, it’s good to let your neighbours know so that they know any comings and goings to your house while you are away,” he says.

If people have any information or witness an incident like above, please contact the Johnsonville Police Station on 478 3583 or phone CRIMESTOPPERS on 0800 555 111.

Police get tip on dodgy door knocker


ChristmasGift Guide 2014

Shop 15B, Johnsonville Shopping CentreP 04 478 6585E [email protected]

Fresh FlowersDress One Piece

Sharks Graphic TeeJersey

Scattered AnchorsSlub Jersey Dress

Gorgeous wee gifts for him and her ♥

lots of gift ideas for the gardener

middleton road - johnsonville

Pamper your loved one this Xmas with..

GIFTVOUCHERS

Buy in store or online at www.4seasonsnails.co.nz

Packages to choose:Pedicure, Manicure, Acrylic & Gel Nails,

Shellac & OPI Gel colours (free posting to recipients)Vouchers can be redeemed at:

Shop 34, Johnsonville Shopping Centre or Kapiti, Porirua, Wellington CBD and Kilbirnie

VOUCHERSVOUCHERSVOUCHERS

Photographer Werner Kaffl

223 The Esplanade, Petone. Ph 9799889Open 7 days, 10am - 5pm. www.memelink.co.nz

Unique & aff ordable art gift solutionscreated by local artisans

A R T S P A C E G A L L E R Y

Blue Christmas - from Wellington by Night

223 The Esplanade PetoneOpen 7 days, 10am - 5pm

p 04 979 9889

Wellington in Watercolour 2015 Calendar

WELCOME TO GIFT HUTTThe home of Arty Crafty Gift Ideas

AUTHENTIC, GENUINE, UNIQUE...all carefully made in New Zealand

Queens Arcade, Lower Huttwww.gifthutt.co.nz

Gifts for everyone

Christmas Special

[email protected] www.bbl.net.nz

GIFT VOUCHER for 1/2 hour massage $30 (usually $50)for 1/2 hour massage

[email protected] www.bbl.net.nz

I feel it in my fi ngers, I feel it in my toes – as Bill Nighy famously sang in Love Actually, the festive season is right around the corner.

With a ho-ho-ho and a big jolly grin Christmas is now just two weeks away and it is the perfect time to hit the shops and buy gifts for those special loved ones.

Whether it is your picky brother, your difficult boyfriend or your expensive father-in-law there is a store in our com-munity that will suit their present needs.

You do not need to buy an iPad or the latest digital camera to put a smile onto somebodies dial.

We all know it is the thought that counts so peruse our Christmas gift guide and show your friends and family how much you love them at a special time of year.

Cute, little, fl uffy, balls of happiness will be on their way to the Newtown SPCA in large numbers as kitten season hits, according to the organisations volunteer organiser.

Kirsty Grant, the volunteer programme lead, says most kittens are born between October and July, but the busiest months are from December through till April.

The SPCA will see anywhere between 1500 and 200 kittens pass through its doors throughout the season, Kirsty says.

“They just come into heat,” she says. “Often it’s because of the amount of light that’s out there. So the longer the days then they will be out there more often and boy meets girl.”

Kirsty says there are currently 170 kit-

tens under SPCA care, although they are all currently with foster families. This will peak at about 300 kittens at any one time during the season, she says.

“We aim to have all our kittens and the majority of our animals out in foster care,” Kirsty says.

“We believe it’s better for them to be in a home environment before they get a permanent home.”

Kirsty says the SPCA is always look-ing for members of the public to foster kittens and other animals and people have a variety of situations.

“We match fostering to your own lifestyle.”

All fosterers need is a vehicle to pick-up the animals and a separate area in their home where the animals can live,

Kirsty says.Kirsty says her best advice to cat own-

ers is to make sure they have their little moggie de-sexed.

“Being a good pet owner involves getting your pet de-sexed,” Kirsty says.

There are other ways the public can help the SPCA look after the infl ux of kittens aside from fostering, including donating tinned kitten food and polar fl eece blankets, Kirsty says.

The 170 kittens currently in SPCA care are not yet ready to go up for adoption so there is a waiting list to adopt. That will change in the next two or three weeks as they get older and need to be homed, Kirsty says.

These kittens will be de-sexed in about four weeks and will then be available

for adoption from the SPCA.

A kitten for Christmas By Sam Duff


KAMARINSKAYA

LITTLE RUSSIAN

POLISH

FATE

PROVIDENCE

PATHÉTIQUE

SIX BY ONE2015 SEASON

Take advantage of a special Subscription price when you book 2 or more Wellington concerts within the SIX BY ONE series.

Attend all 6 concerts for only $18 per concert – offer only available until 28 February 2015.

Details and other Subscription packages available online at orchestrawellington.co.nz

SUBSCRIBE NOW

Six Tchaikovsky Symphonies

Six Piano Concertos with Michael Houstoun

Looking forchildcare?

Imagine your baby being cared for in a strong, secure relationship with one special nanny or educator.Call a PORSE Consultant today on 04 801 6814 who can help you find a wonderful Educator to suit your family.

0800 023 456www.PORSE.co.nz

PORSE Education and Training (NZ) Ltd offers youth aged between 17-25 years to join their Nanny Intern Pro-gramme.

Nanny Interns will be prepared to work in a home setting for a minimum of 21 hours per week, over a 20 week period with at least one child under the age of fi ve, while gaining a National Certifi cate in Early Childhood Education & Care (Level 3).

PORSE also offers families the op-portunity to register for the Nanny Intern

Programme and provide interns an opportunity to live in or live out of their home while caring for their child(ren) under fi ve. In return for having nanny support, the family pays for the cost of the nanny’s training and provides room and board for 20 weeks (if it is a live in position).

For information on how to register inter-est in the Nanny Intern Programme, visit the PORSE website or call Andrea on 04 801 6814 or visit www.PORSE.co.nz. PBA

What is the PORSE Nanny Intern Programme?


Active Feet Podiatry

Services We Offer Include:• Sports injuries • Family Foot Care • Verrucae • Skin and Nail problems

• Orthotic Services

Dr. Tim Halpine - Caring for your feet

Active Feet Podiatry at Level 2, 85 The Terrace, Wellington

(opposite Solnet House and Aurora Terrace).

Phone: 04 473 8696 www.activefeetpodiatry.com

Book An Appointment Today.

Foot comfort this Summer with a treatment from

Active Feet Podiatry

It’s Jandal Season,

so get your feet tidy!

LOCATED AT TSL WELLINGTON PORT OF WELLINGTON WITH BRANCHES NATIONWIDE,

containerco.co.nz

0508 SECUREContainers for

Hire and Sales and Modifi cation

PHONE: 0508 732 873

Contact Jessica on DDI 495 3812 • Mob 021 245 4511

A Wellington businessman and butcher are as happy as pigs in mud after their clean sweep at this year’s New Zealand Ham of the Year awards.

Rob Cameron and Simon Harrison, who own Cameron Harrison Butchery and Delicatessen in Ngaio and Kelburn, won gold awards in all ham categories, including Ham of the Year.

The pair were delighted with their success, business operator Harrison said.

“We’re very excited about the win.“For a little company, it’s a huge

achievement.”Cameron Harrison Butchery was

established in 2009 and has entered theHam of the Year competition for the

past three years.Cameron produces all their products

in a factory in Wainuiomata, where he created the award-winning ham.

Harrison said the secret to Cameron’s award-winning ham was hard work.

“We use only the best possible ingredi-ents, all New Zealand pork and all done by hand.

“It’s a very slow and methodical pro-cess, which takes about 48 hours.

“It’s an art form and we take a lot of pride in it.”

Their manuka-smoked, honey-cured ham ranked No 1 for both ham categories, bone- in and boneless.

The competition is a nationwide event and the Cameron Harrison ham beat 60 others.

The panel of 33 judges, comprising food writers, chefs and industry experts, was led by New Zealand Chefs Association president Anita Sarginson.

The judges were unanimous in their decision to rank Cameron Harrison top, she said.

“[It’s] a fantastic balance of sweet and salty fl avours combined with wonderful texture and fl avours.”

Unhampered to the podium

Fairfax Media makes every effort to create advertisements to meet your specific needs. Please note in some instances we may be unableto supply additional proofs due to complexity of the request or deadline constraints.

© This advertisement has been created as a service of Fairfax Media. It cannot be reproduced without permission.If you wish to use this material elsewhere, please contact your advertising consultant. Charges will apply.

ADVERTISINGPROOF

CUSTOMER CAMERON HARRISON PUBLISHING 02/12/14SALES REP AHUMPHREYS PUBLICATION KAPI-MANA NEWSDESIGNER Mfaulkner SECTION RUN OF PRESSPROOFED 28/11/2014 3:34:20 p.m. SIZE 11X16

AD ID 6407128AA FAX

PLEASE APPROVE THIS AD AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. NOTE THAT ANY ALTERATIONSMUST BE FINALISED BY OUR MATERIAL DEADLINE.

PROOF

Unhampered to the podiumA Wellington businessman and butcherare as happy as pigs in mud after theirclean sweep at this year's New ZealandHam of the Year awards.

Rob Cameron and Simon Harrison, whoown Cameron Harrison Butchery andDelicatessen in Ngaio and Kelburn,won gold awards in all ham categories,including Ham of the Year.

The pair were delighted with theirsuccess, business operator Harrison said.

"We're very excited about the win.

"For a little company, it's a hugeachievement."

Cameron Harrison Butchery wasestablished in 2009 and has entered theHam of the Year competition for thepast three years.

Cameron produces all their productsin a factory in Wainuiomata, where hecreated the award-winning ham.

Harrison said the secret to Cameron'saward-winning ham was hard work.

"We use only the best possibleingredients, all New Zealand pork andall done by hand.

"It's a very slow and methodical process,which takes about 48 hours.

"It's an art form and we take a lot ofpride in it."

Their manuka-smoked, honey-curedham ranked No 1 for both hamcategories, bone- in and boneless.

The competition is a nationwide eventand the Cameron Harrison hambeat 60 others.

The panel of 33 judges, comprising foodwriters, chefs and industry experts, wasled by New Zealand Chefs Associationpresident Anita Sarginson.

6407

128A

A

6407128AA

The judges were unanimous in theirdecision to rank Cameron Harrison top,she said.

"[It's] a fantastic balance of sweet andsalty flavours combined with wonderfultexture and flavours."

Handy store locations:Village Bakery 198 Main RdTawa (232 6888)[Kapi Mana only]Cameron Harrison 4 CroftonRd Ngaio (479 6401)Cameron Harrison 95 UplandRd Kelburn (475 8068)

Pic: Owner, Simon Harrison and butcherRob Cameron, who swept the awards in thisyear’s national Ham of the Year awards.

Owners Simon Harrison and Rob Cameron, swept the awards in this year’s national Ham of the Year awards.

A CARING HOMEFOR ELDERLY PEOPLE

“Our aim is to provide individualised care in a friendly

homely environment.”Ph: (04) 478 4023E: [email protected] Earp Street, JOHNSONVILLE

Your Home Away From Home

We have Hospital, Rest Home and Respite beds available in a warm, loving family environment.

Newlands ArmsYour Friendly Local

15 Batchelor StreetNewlands Wellington

Ph. 04 478 8021Open 7 Days

24th DecemberDJ Starting

from 7.30pm

27th DecemberCaramel Groove

from 8pm

New Year’s EveDJ

from 8pm

COMING UP

KEEP IT LOCALLOCAL

Children use Minecraft at Grand Training to build contraptions, solve prob-lems, learn programming and think outside the box.

Spatial learning as used in Minecraft is the most common form of learning. Our tutors use this to teach more technically advanced skills like programming.

Students create logic cir-cuits, like electronics, to make controllable fl ashing lights and moving doors similar to electricity and wiring.

Working together pro-motes effective teamwork and problem solving.

“These children are es-sentially learning the same

concepts they will later learn at university.”

Grand Training’s new 2 day class _“Minecraft +”_ (Minecraft PLUS) teaches students advanced concepts.

The learning environment for Minecraft is a warm, productive one,

Other classes include

Programming, Building a Computer, Web Design, Animations, Graphics and Creating 3D Video Games.

This extra level of learn-ing captures children’s enthusiasm and desire to learn more, while develop-ing real skills and knowl-edge they can use in the real world.

Holiday class helps childrenmaster Minecraft

ph 499-2211www.grandtraining.co.nz

Holiday Computer

Classes

and other Holiday

Computer Classes


Holiday Computer

Classes

and other Holiday

Computer Classes


Holiday Computer

Classes

and other Holiday

Computer Classes


Holiday Computer

Classes

and other Holiday

Computer Classes


Holiday Computer

Classes

and other Holiday

Computer Classesph 499-2211

www.grandtraining.co.nz

Holiday Computer

Classes

and other Holiday

Computer Classes

Winner of NZ Ham of the YearBest Hams in NZ

4A Crofton Rd, NgaioPh 04 479 6401

95 Upland Rd, KelburnPh 475 8068

Brooklyn Deli119-210 Ohiro Rd, Ph 8017543

(next to Penthouse cinema)

www.cameronharrison.co.nz


By Dan Whitfi eld

It had been a stressful last few weeks for students at Wellington Girls’ College that were working together to create the fi rst ever school newspaper – but they prevailed to release WGC4U.

While the student newspaper hit a few snags along the way, editor Jenny Whipps was proud of the fi nal result.

Put together as a culmination of work done throughout term four, it gave students the chance

to act as editors, journalists, production staff, and publicity offi cers.

Problems that students faced in the dying days of the deadline included lack of communication and a missing article – however, Jenny says to have it fi nished is great.

Helen Breeze, the teacher in charge of the media studies department, says it was “won-derfully successful” and that everyone worked well to get the newspaper to print.

“It’s definitely going to be something that we have to con-tinue and allow students to do next year,” Helen says.

“It’s WGC4U from us,” say Georgina Hassell-Hopkinson and Scarlett Wild, who held the content editor and section layout positions.

Olivia Webb and Hannah Leech, part of the advertising team say they found the hard-est thing being calling local businesses and getting them on board with the newspaper.

Print and publishedHARD WORK…BUT TIME TO PARTY: Students at Wellington Girls’ College celebrate the achievement of publishing the school’s fi rst ever newspaper. PHOTO: Dan Whitfi eld

In Johnsonville a locked blue Subaru Forester van parked briefl y in the Johnson-ville Countdown carpark was stolen while the driver went to buy some morning tea.

A property in Bassett Road was entered and a letterbox was badly damaged. A garden ornament was removed and found further down the road.

In Chesterton Street 20 metres of portable chicken fencing was stolen.

A silver Subaru Legacy parked locked and secure in Dr. Taylor Terrace was entered and searched but nothing appears to have been taken.

A blue Suzuki hatchback parked insecure in the drive-way of a house in Burgess Road was entered and cloth-ing items, toys and cash were taken from the boot and the back seat. Offenders, believed to be from a nearby party, entered a property in Bassett Road and removed pot plants in heavy containers which they smashed on the road.

During the early hours of Saturday morning there was a spate of vandalism in Bell-ringer Crescent, Newlands,

which resulted in numerous letterboxes being removed and smashed.

Also in Newlands the garden of a house in Ring Lane was entered and potted succulent plants were tipped out of their container and a garden orna-ment moved from its base.

An unsuccessful attempt was made to force an entry into a white Mazda Demio parked in Waverton Ter-race. In Middleton Road two mountain bikes were stolen from a carport at the end of a driveway.

A large rock was used to smash a glass pane in a rear door of a house in Cockayne Road, Ngaio, but no entry gained.

A silver Toyota Prada station wagon parked locked and secure in Randolph Road, Crofton Downs, had a left front window smashed which allowed the offender to reach in and take the radar detector.

A white Nissan station wagon parked locked in the driveway of a house in St.

Vincent Terrace, Grenada Village, was entered and a bag containing Christmas presents was stolen.

EYE ON CRIMEJohnsonville Neighbourhood Watch

PropertyInspections

RealEstate

Decorators

• Thermal Imaging for Leaky Home Detection

• Pre Purchase Inspections• Energy Efficiency Inspections• Building Inspections• Leak Detection• Moisture Detection• Post repair Audits

Our inspections are totally non-invasive and performed by our friendly, fully qualified team.

Email: [email protected]

Contact Matt on 021 403 666

DD: 04 801 0249Mobile: 029 938 5710

Thinking of SELLING?

FREEmarket

appraisal

Richard Peakman

Wellington City Real Estate LimitedLicensed under REAA 2008

SERVICE DIRECTORY

By Dan Whitfi eld

The sound of trumpets and trom-bones echoed around streets of the city last week as the Wellington Brass Band set foot for a night of Christmas

carolling.The carolling was part of Welling-

ton’s festive makeover for 2014, with the band also heralding festivities at the big switch on of the Christmas tree in Courtney Place earlier this month.

MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT: Wellington Brass Band members. PHOTO: Rachel Binning.

Band puts on concerts for community


Public Notice

Trades and Services Death Notice

Situation Vacant

PuzzlesW O R DWRITING SPACE

ACROSS1 Uncertainty (5)4 Away very promptly

(5,3,3,4)14 Army colour (5)15 Swagger (5)16 Mediator (10)17 Pixie-like (5)19 Sandbank (3)20 Dressmaker’s guide (7)21 At the same time, concurrently (9)22 Flattens (6)25 Fall retarder (9)27 Of iron (6)28 Taste (6)33 Lullaby (6,4)35 Facial twitch (3)36 Muscle-bone attachment (6)37 Small mark (4)39 Duo (3)41 Souvenir (7)42 Coiffeur (6)43 Constancy, sureness (9)44 Ancient building remains (5)45 Prickly plants (8)

50 Next to (2)51 Set going (8)55 Trunk (5)58 VIP (9)59 Foil (6)60 In a loving mood (7)61 Fitting (3)63 Chimney deposit (4)64 Tomfoolery (6)65 Sheltered side (3)66 Melodramatic (10)68 Archives (6)69 Prodded sharply (6)71 Helper (9)76 Portly (6)77 Paused (9)79 Study of animals (7)81 Self-image (3)84 Privileged class (5)85 Statement of meaning (10)86 Synthetic fibre (5)87 Clean by scrubbing (5)88 Adopt the customs and manners of the locals (2,2,3,6,2)89 Is nosey (5)

DOWN2 Bandit (6)3 Unsharpened (5)5 Second-hand (4)6 Most handy (7)7 In soon (anag) (6)8 Go get (5)9 Jumping athlete (7)

10 Timid (4)11 Automatic instinctive reaction (6)12 Hooks (5)13 Undress (7)14 Patella (7)18 Decorative (10)23 Pulse rhythmically (5)24 Female big cat (7)26 Location (7)27 Manufacturing plant (7)29 Red seasoning (7)30 Back part of gun barrel (6)31 Fixed gaze (5)32 Inlaid pattern (6)34 Equipment (4)36 Subject (5)38 Herb (5)

40 Short skirt (4)45 Sea movements (5)46 Own ring (anag) (7)47 Slender (4)48 Girl’s name (6)49 Regions (5)50 Preserved (7)52 Enticement (10)53 Rendition (7)54 Tropical parrot (6)55 True to form (7)56 Woollen cloth (5)57 Obnoxious child (4)62 Worth (5)67 Small bet (7)68 Mollify (7)70 Diameter (7)72 Add sugar (7)73 Spectrum colour (6)74 Big wine bottle (6)75 Snub (6)76 Automaton (5)78 Deduce from reasoning (5)80 Tier (5)82 Fewer (4)83 Contain (4)

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14

15 16 17

18 19

20 21 22

23 24

25 26 27 28 29

30 31 32

33 34 35 36 37 38

39 40

41 42 43

44

45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54

55 56 57

58 59 60

61 62

63 64 65 66

67

68 69 70 71 72

73 74 75

76 77 78 79 80

81 82 83

84 85 86

87

88 89

1034

N T IA E V

How many words of three or more letters, including plurals, can you make from the six letters, using each letter only once? No foreign words or words beginning with a capital are allowed. There's at least one six-letter word.

Solution 333: Bed, beg, berg, bid, bide, bier, big, bird, bred, bride, BRIDGE, brig, deb, die, dig, dire, dirge, dreg, drib, erg, gibe, gibed, giber, gird, grid, ire, rebid, red, rib, ride, ridge, rig.

WordBuilder334 6

TODAYGood 21 Very Good 25 Excellent 29

BUILDERQualified for:Alterations, AdditionsRefurbishment, RepairsPh Alan Johnstone: 973 1239027 450 3239

Bob & JennyHomes & Offi ces

103 Churton Drive, Churton Park, Wellingtonemail: [email protected]

ph: 04 477 9918 • mobile: +64 21 161 5245

BOBthe

CleanerGet a free quote ASAP

BUIST PLUMBING

CertifyingPlumber/Drainlayer

PLUMCertifying

Plumber/Drainlayer

24 hour servicefor all your

plumbing needs

PHONE 477 3940or 021 540 700

Domestic Carpet Cleaning

• Shampoo and stain removal• Maintenance programme • Window cleaning • Waterblasting

Contact: 499 1938 - [email protected]

Building servicescontractors of New Zealand inc

CRAFTSMANPLUMBER

REG DRAINLAYERGraham Plumbing &

Drainage Ltd

Call John970 2409

or 027 457 499944236

Need someone to water your plants?Clear your mail? Check your house is safe and secure?Look in on loved ones while you are away?

Call Sally (Director) at House AngelsWe are mature adults, reliable, trustworthy and have been police checked.

HOUSE ANGELS LIMITEDKeeping your propertysafe over the holidays

Email [email protected] 027 4994708

www.houseangels.co.nz

7 Johnsonville Road, Johnsonville. Wellington

TEL: (04) 477 6855 FAX: (04) 801 7203

NEW ROOFINGNeed a new roof?

Repairs? Or Spouting?We have been servicing the

Wellington area for the past 25 years.Give us a call for a

no obligation quote.

Ph 478 9106or 0274 457 145

44050

PAINTING TEAMExc. Refs. Comp.Rates. All work

guaranteed.FREE QUOTES

Marcus Ph: 973-4343or Mb 021 764-831

4423

3

PLANSFor Resource or

Building Consent • Houses • Additions • Alterations • Decks

Also Design & Consent advice

Ph: Warwick478 0800 021 129 4715

Cessation of Business in New Zealand

AFIC SOLUTIONS GROUP PTY LTD Notice of Intention of Overseas Company to Cease Carrying on Business in New ZealandCompany No: 5474961

AFIC SOLUTIONS GROUP PTY LTD hereby gives written notice, under section 341(1) of the Companies Act 1993, of its intention to cease carrying on business in New Zealand and undertakes to make written application to be removed from the Overseas Register no earlier than three months after the date of publication of this notice.

Any queries or objections to this deregistration should be addressed to Eugene Chan, Concisus Legal Pty Ltd, Suite 40, Level 6, 301 Castlereagh Street, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2000.

BUTLER Josephine Mary Anne: December 3, 2014O’HALLORAN Patricia (Trish): December 6, 2014

Advertise yourpublic notice here.04 587 1660

BUILDING/PAINTING prompt service, reason-able rates, free quotes. Phone 970-0271 or 027-451-5005

Dryers, washers, fridges, TV’s and more from $7 per week. Call Mr Rental 0800 111 313

HOME CLEANING. Affordable friendly service. Regular & one off cleaning. Call Vivien for a free quote. 471 2588

GotNews

to share?

ContactDaniel Whitfi eld

on

04 587 1660

We are looking for an organised administrator to join our small newspaper publishing team in the early new year.Joining this small, but busy team you will need to have a positive, and can-do attitude with excellent customer services skills.

About you:- Ideally we are seeking someone with previous MYOB

experience.- A high standard of dress and personal presentation.- A warm friendly manner face to face and over the phone.- Have strong administrative skills.- Experience with offi ce software, in particular excel

spreadsheet.- Excellent grasp of English, both written and verbal.- Accuracy and the ability to work independently is a must.- A good work ethic is required.- Be punctual and reliable.

About the role:- Phones- First point of call for all visitors- Data entry- Provide administrative support to Managers- Process bookings for sales personnel- MYOB- Some degree of credit control

We are looking to interview now for a mid to late January start.

If this sounds like you apply today by emailing a cover letter and your CV to:

The ManagerStephan van [email protected]

RECEPTION / ADMINISTRATORFULL TIME


Santa and his representatives from the nations of the world.

Devyn Manase (5), Marama Tauroa, Tegan Milne (1) and Kris Milne. Traffi c controllers, Eddie Reisch and David Brown of the Johnsonville Lions Club.

Newlands Rugby Club junior teams get into the Christmas spirit.

Kay Mills and her grand-daughter, Kezia Fielding.

The Newfoundland Club of Wellington show off their dogs.

Josie Lange (5), Hannah Toufexis (6),

Meg Lange (7) and Terry Lange (3).

Children, parents and teachers of

Johnsonville West Kindergarten.

Chinese Sport and Cultural Centre Dragon Troupe.

The Scouts fl oat. PHOTO CREDIT: Bella Photography. Members of the Newlands Scout Group.

Sport and Cultural Centre Dragon Troupe.

OUT & ABOUT

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2

23Wednesday December 10, 2014SPORT

PuzzlesW O R D

PuzzlesW O R D ANSWERS - DECEMBER 5 ISSUE

NATIVE: 31 words. Ani, ant, ante, anti, ate, ave, eat, eta, etna, naive, NATIVE, nave, neat, net, nit, tai, tan, tea, ten, tin, tine, vain, van, vane, vat, vein, vent, vet, via, vie, vine.

Across: 1 Doubt, 4 Quick off the mark, 14 Khaki, 15 Strut, 16 Negotiator, 17 Elfin, 19 Bar, 20 Pattern, 21 Meanwhile, 22 Levels, 25 Parachute, 27 Ferric, 28 Sample, 33 Cradle song, 35 Tic, 36 Tendon, 37 Spot, 39 Two, 41 Memento, 42 Hairdo, 43 Stability, 44 Ruins, 45 Thistles, 50 By, 51 Activate, 55 Torso, 58 Dignitary, 59 Thwart, 60 Amorous, 61 Apt, 63 Soot, 64 Antics, 65 Lee, 66 Theatrical, 68 Annals, 69 Jabbed, 71 Assistant, 76 Rotund, 77 Hesitated, 79 Zoology, 81 Ego, 84 Elite, 85 Definition, 86 Nylon, 87 Scour, 88 Do as the Romans do, 89 Pries. Down: 2 Outlaw, 3 Blunt, 5 Used, 6 Closest, 7 Onions, 8 Fetch, 9 Hurdler, 10 Meek, 11 Reflex, 12 Barbs, 13 Disrobe, 14 Kneecap, 18 Ornamental, 23 Throb, 24 Lioness, 26 Address, 27 Factory, 29 Paprika, 30 Breech, 31 Stare, 32 Mosaic, 34 Gear, 36 Topic, 38 Thyme, 40 Mini, 45 Tides, 46 Ingrown, 47 Thin, 48 Elaine, 49 Areas, 50 Bottled, 52 Temptation, 53 Version, 54 Toucan, 55 Typical, 56 Tweed, 57 Brat, 62 Merit, 67 Flutter, 68 Appease, 70 Breadth, 72 Sweeten, 73 Indigo, 74 Magnum, 75 Ignore, 76 Robot, 78 Infer, 80 Layer, 82 Less, 83 Hold.

NATIVE: 31 words. Ani, ant, ante, anti, ate, ave, eat, eta, etna, naive, NATIVE, nave, neat, net, nit, tai, tan, tea, ten, tin, tine, vain, van, vane, vat, vein, vent, vet, via, vie, vine.

Across: 1 Doubt, 4 Quick o� the mark, 14 Khaki, 15 Strut, 16 Negotiator, 17 El� n, 19 Bar, 20 Pattern, 21 Meanwhile, 22 Levels, 25 Parachute, 27 Ferric, 28 Sample, 33 Cradle song, 35 Tic, 36 Tendon, 37 Spot, 39 Two, 41 Memento, 42 Hairdo, 43 Stability, 44 Ruins, 45 Thistles, 50 By, 51 Activate, 55 Torso, 58 Dignitary, 59 Thwart, 60 Amorous, 61 Apt, 63 Soot, 64 Antics, 65 Lee, 66 Theatrical, 68 Annals, 69 Jabbed, 71 Assistant, 76 Rotund, 77 Hesitated, 79 Zoology, 81 Ego, 84 Elite, 85 De� nition, 86 Nylon, 87 Scour, 88 Do as the Romans do, 89 Pries.Down: 2 Outlaw, 3 Blunt, 5 Used, 6 Closest, 7 Onions, 8 Fetch, 9 Hurdler, 10 Meek, 11 Re� ex, 12 Barbs, 13 Disrobe, 14 Kneecap, 18 Ornamental, 23 Throb, 24 Lioness, 26 Address, 27 Factory, 29 Paprika, 30 Breech, 31 Stare, 32 Mosaic, 34 Gear, 36 Topic, 38 Thyme, 40 Mini, 45 Tides, 46 Ingrown, 47 Thin, 48 Elaine, 49 Areas, 50 Bottled, 52 Temptation, 53 Version, 54 Toucan, 55 Typical, 56 Tweed, 57 Brat, 62 Merit, 67 Flutter, 68 Appease, 70 Breadth, 72 Sweeten, 73 Indigo, 74 Magnum, 75 Ignore, 76 Robot, 78 Infer, 80 Layer, 82 Less, 83 Hold.

After nine rounds of the Ewen Chatfield Trophy, the premier men’s team from Devon + Pat-terson Johnsonville sits alone at the top of the points table – heading into the fi nal two games before the Christmas break.

The Johnsonville team has been the surprise packet of the com-petition this season as it has not featured at the top of the leader board in the premier grade for a number of years.

Over the weekend, the team came up against Petone at the Petone Recreation Ground – with Johnsonville winning the toss, but asking Petone to bat fi rst.

In early trouble at 18 for four, Petone never recovered and were all out for 95 with the local lads David Hudson 4/23 and Scott Edgecombe 3/24 being the main destroyers for Devon + Patterson Johnsonville.

To reply, Scott Mudgway and

Busy season so far

Rakitha Weerasundara set about chasing down the target as quickly as possible and after 12.4 overs the chase was achieved – Scott with 45 and Rakitha with 31 not out successfully guided the team to victory.

The next two weeks will be busy for the Johnsonville cricketers before Christmas, with the team set to play two more T20 games at Alex Moore Park on Wednesday nights, and two more home games scheduled for Saturdays.

Balancing, leaping, and jumping are just some of the things that Capital GymSports gymnasts will be showing Thorndon residents when the gymnastics centre holds an end of year display as well as open day on Saturday.

Capital GymSports' Adelina Reis says onlookers can expect to see rhythmic gymnasts of all levels in action, followed by being able to try some moves out for themselves.

Adelina says rhythmic gymnastics is a graceful mixture of dance and sport which

teaches the body skills such as leaps, jumps, balances, and pivots, as well as increases hand-eye coordination.

The sport uses fi ve types of apparatus to develop skill – rope, hoop, ball, clubs, and ribbon.

The display and open day is being held at the Anglican Chinese Mission Hall in Thorndon, and will start at 10am.

“We are keen to promote our sport and would like to invite the community to come and watch our performances and try Rhythmic Gymnastics,” Adelina says.

Gymnasts ready to showcase talents

READY TO GO: Rhythmic gymnastics (from left to right) Chelsea, Olivia, Yasmin, Mia, Khrystyna, Zoe and Maggie training at Botanical Gardens on a sunny day. PHOTO: Supplied.

Youngest black belt in Karori

By Dan Whitfi eld

Tim Roberts has become Ka-rori Taekwondo Club’s newest black belt.

The young Taekwondo expert has been doing what he loves for the past six years and excelled since taking up the sport – and recently, he was invited to graduate from his red belt by his mentors who are also black belts.

As part of his belt graduation, Tim had to complete a 10 minute routine which included him performing set moves, as well

as breaking boards and sparring with a partner.

“It was hard and full on, but it was great to graduate. It was a good challenge,” Tim says.

“I’m pleased with the result, and am happy that my efforts have paid off,” he says.

Taekwondo is a Korean martial art. It combines combat and self-defense techniques with sport and exercise.

Dave Merrall, who is one of Tim’s mentors, says the club is “extremely proud” of his achievement, and were happy to

allow him to graduate.“Tim graduated on his own;

without any of the other stu-dents. That’s how much effort he has put into Taekwondo,” Dave says.

The 16-year-old is the club’s youngest black belt, and is looking to continue moving up through the ranks of the martial art.

“He has discipline and it is an amazing opportunity for him,” Dave says.

Tim is a student at Wellington College.

HIYAH: Tim Roberts practicing his moves. PHOTO: Dan Whitfi eld.


/

NEWLANDS LIQUOR CENTRE

STEINLAGER PURE 15PK

TUI & EXPORT GOLD 15PK

HUGE CHRISTMAS SPECIAL SPECIAL APPLIES FROM WEDNESDAY 10TH DECEMBER TO WEDNESDAY 31ST DECEMBER 2014.

5-6, McMILLAN COURT, NEWLANDS, WELLINGTON 6037 PHONE: 04 4776752 SPECIALS APPLY TO NEWLANDS LIQUOR CENTRE ONLY. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES. FOLLOW US ON OUR FACEBOOK PAGE OR LOCALIST.CO.NZ

DOWNLOAD OUR LIQUOR CENTRE APP ON YOUR SMARTPHONES OR TABLETS. DAILY TIMINGS AVAILABLE ON OUR FACEBOOK PAGE.

PETER YEALANDS RESERVE

WHITE 750ML

$13.99

$27.99

$19.99

STEINLAGER 24PK

$35.99

EXPORT GOLD 24PK

$32.99

HEINEKEN 15PK

$28.99

CARLSBERG 15PK

$23.99

LION RED 15PK

$20.99

ORANJEBOOM 12PK

$19.99

VB CANS 6PK

$9.99

$19.99 CC & DRY 10PK

WOODSTOCK 5% 18PK BTLS

$28.99

CODY’S 7% 18PK CANS

$28.99

VODKA CRUISER 5% 12PK BTLS

$19.50

JIMBEAM & COLA 10PK

$19.99

BILLY MAVERICK 7% 12PK CANS

$18.99

BARREL 51 5.3% 12PK BTLS

$18.99

WILD MOOSE & DRY 5% 12PK

BTLS $20.99

SMIRNOFF ICE 5% 12PK CANS

$19.99

LINDAUER CLASSIC RANGE 750ML

LIMIT OF 2 PER PERSON

GORDON’S GIN 1LT

$32.99

SMIRNOFF VODKA 1LT

$32.99

TEACHER’S 1LT

$32.99

JIM BEAM WHITE 1750ML

$58.99

CHATELLE BRANDY 1LT

$34.99

JACK DANIEL’S 1LT

$51.99

APPLETON ESTATE 1LT

$46.99

JAMESON 1LT

$46.99

MIDORI 700ML

$32.99

CHIVAS REGAL 700ML

$46.99

PINOT NOIR 750ML

$15.99

BARREN ROCK PINOT NOIR

750ML

$17.99

LOWLANDS SAUVIGNON BLANC

750ML

$13.99

JULES TAYLOR RANGE 750ML

$17.99

BRANCOTT ESTATE RANGE 750ML

$13.99

LAPHROAIG 10YO SINGLE MALT 700ML

$89.99

JOHNNIE WALKER

RED LABEL 1LT

$34.99

KAHLUA & MALIBU 1LT

$39.99

$7.99

JOHNNIE WALKER DOUBLE BLACK

700ML

$51.99

McKENNA KENTUCKY BOURBON

1LT

$32.99

BOMBAY SAPPHIRE

1LT

$39.99

WITHER HILLS WHITES 750ML

$13.99

MATUA REGIONAL RANGE EXCLUDES P-NOIR

$10.99

STONELEIGH RANGE 750ML

$14.99

LAKE CHALICE RANGE 750ML

$14.99

SCRUMPY RANGE 1.25LT

$8.99

REKORDERLIG RANGE 500ML

$4.50

SOMERSBY CIDER 12PK BOTTLES

$21.99

/








WHITE 750ML

$13.99

$27.99

$19.99

STEINLAGER 24PK

$35.99

EXPORT GOLD 24PK

$32.99

HEINEKEN 15PK

$28.99

CARLSBERG 15PK

$23.99

LION RED 15PK

$20.99

ORANJEBOOM 12PK

$19.99

VB CANS 6PK

$9.99

$19.99 CC & DRY 10PK


$28.99


$28.99


$19.50

JIMBEAM & COLA 10PK

$19.99


$18.99


$18.99


BTLS $20.99


$19.99



GORDON’S GIN 1LT

$32.99

SMIRNOFF VODKA 1LT

$32.99

TEACHER’S 1LT

$32.99


$58.99

CHATELLE BRANDY 1LT

$34.99

JACK DANIEL’S 1LT

$51.99

APPLETON ESTATE 1LT

$46.99

JAMESON 1LT

$46.99

MIDORI 700ML

$32.99

CHIVAS REGAL 700ML

$46.99

PINOT NOIR 750ML

$15.99


750ML

$17.99


750ML

$13.99


$17.99


$13.99


$89.99

JOHNNIE WALKER

RED LABEL 1LT

$34.99

KAHLUA & MALIBU 1LT

$39.99

$7.99


700ML

$51.99


1LT

$32.99

BOMBAY SAPPHIRE

1LT

$39.99


$13.99


$10.99


$14.99


$14.99


$8.99


$4.50


$21.99

18PK CANS

750ML

1LT

5% 18PK BTLS

& DRY 5% 12PK

SPECIALS APPLY

/








WHITE 750ML

$13.99

$27.99

$19.99

STEINLAGER 24PK

$35.99

EXPORT GOLD 24PK

$32.99

HEINEKEN 15PK

$28.99

CARLSBERG 15PK

$23.99

LION RED 15PK

$20.99

ORANJEBOOM 12PK

$19.99

VB CANS 6PK

$9.99

$19.99 CC & DRY 10PK


$28.99


$28.99


$19.50

JIMBEAM & COLA 10PK

$19.99


$18.99


$18.99


BTLS $20.99


$19.99



GORDON’S GIN 1LT

$32.99

SMIRNOFF VODKA 1LT

$32.99

TEACHER’S 1LT

$32.99


$58.99

CHATELLE BRANDY 1LT

$34.99

JACK DANIEL’S 1LT

$51.99

APPLETON ESTATE 1LT

$46.99

JAMESON 1LT

$46.99

MIDORI 700ML

$32.99

CHIVAS REGAL 700ML

$46.99

PINOT NOIR 750ML

$15.99


750ML

$17.99


750ML

$13.99


$17.99


$13.99


$89.99

JOHNNIE WALKER

RED LABEL 1LT

$34.99

KAHLUA & MALIBU 1LT

$39.99

$7.99


700ML

$51.99


1LT

$32.99

BOMBAY SAPPHIRE

1LT

$39.99


$13.99


$10.99


$14.99


$14.99


$8.99


$4.50


$21.99

Independent Herald 09-12-14

Documents

Transcript of Independent Herald 09-12-14