NEW KIDS COURSE TO FEATURE AT SKYLINE CHALLENGE

The introduction of a new 3km kids flat course will add to the appeal for participants in this years Skyline Challenge near Martinborough.
The Martinborough Lions organised mountainbike and walking challenge is on Sunday 24th April on the historic Huangarua, Puruatanga and Oystershell Farms on the outskirts of the boutique wine village in South Wairarapa. It also doubles as a fundraiser for The Martinborough Youth Trust, a charity that provides local youth with opportunities that encourage and inspire and will see over 30 volunteers lining the course for walkers and riders. … Continue Reading

Returned after 86 Years

David Harris, the Patron of the Martinborough Collie Club, was surprised at the return of a cup which the Club had presented to Bob McLeod for his outright win with his dog ‘Trim’ in 1930.

As this had been a one off rather than annual event on the Club’s competitive calendar the cup remained Bob McLeod’s to keep until it was recently discovered by his niece Barbara McPhail who returned it to the Club.
The cup had been donated by Gordon Thompson the Public Trust Supervisor at the time and a well regarded dog expert. … Continue Reading

THE POWER OF BREATHING

You have likely heard the phrase “take a few deep breaths and you’ll feel better”. Amazingly this is true on a number of physiological and emotional levels, but why is this and how can you do it effectively to improve your health?

Firstly many of us without even knowing it are not breathing effectively, instead we are shallow breathing. This is when we take small short breaths from our chest rather than our abdominal area. Even though it feels like you need more oxygen, it’s not a problem of too little air it’s a case of too much. You’re actually over-breathing – breathing out carbon dioxide too quickly which can lead to a myriad of symptoms such as tight chest, dizziness, increased heart rate, tense muscles, weakness and tingling. … Continue Reading

Wharekaka Applies for Hospital Level Care

Wharekaka Home for the Elderly has been a part of the Martinborough community since 1974, when the old maternity hospital became vacant and the facility we all know so well was established. Now, 40 years on and in addition to the services currently provided, the Wharekaka Trust Board is applying to the Ministry of Health for Certification for Hospital Level Care Services.

General Manager Corlette Doherty explains that the first step is to conduct an audit, which will involve processes and policies being examined and necessary alterations and upgrading carried out to six rooms. Advice for the work that will be required has already been sought and a plan is in place. Once the audit process has been carried out, and assuming the answer is ‘yes’, Wharekaka will then apply for a contract with the DHB. … Continue Reading