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Wairarapa Dark Sky Reserve: Economic Plan wrap up event

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There has been healthy interest in the creation of an accredited Wairarapa Dark Sky Reserve and the economic potential it has for the region. Wellington-based consultancy JMG has run a number of meetings and events to raise awareness of the project and to discover what this might mean for the Wairarapa economy.  This will feed into an economic plan to define the opportunities arising from the Reserve.

“Having met many people through community meetings and sessions with business associations and businesses, groups, iwi, councils and other interests, we have been privileged to get a greater insight into the plans and aspirations of the community” says JMG’s Managing Director, Bill McDonald.    … Continue Reading

Where were you in 1982 

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In 1982 Martinborough turned 100 years old.  Maybe you were living here then, maybe you’d grown up and left, or perhaps you’re someone who has made your home here since.

Whatever the case don’t miss the chance to see the documentary made about the town, its history and its people, at that time. You might even see yourself in it!

For the past few weeks it’s been showing at Circus Cinema as part of the 125th anniversary celebrations of the old library building that now houses the museum.   It seems that some of you haven’t had the chance to see it yet so an extra screening has been scheduled.  … Continue Reading

Hau Ariki: Our marae 2020 and beyond

December 9, 2019 December 2019 Comments Off on Hau Ariki: Our marae 2020 and beyond

Hau Ariki is a unique meeting space for community in Martinborough and it has developed a charter as a strong foundation for its aspirations in 2020 and beyond, which community are invited to comment on. As an institution in Martinborough initiated by community for community, Hau Ariki has impact for Māori and non-Māori. The charter signals a move towards a higher level of accountability, clarity of its role, and a pathway for future development.  

Trustee Chair Trevor Hawkins acknowledges “The refurbishment of the marae broadcast on reality show Marae DIY, highlighted to the committee the strong endorsement of local and wider community in Hau Ariki. The charter follows on from this endorsement.  Though the charter is a big step that might take a while to fully realise, it sends a strong signal about the direction of the marae for the community and I believe we have the people young and old who can take this forward.” … Continue Reading

It’s been an exciting month at the Museum

December 9, 2019 December 2019 Comments Off on It’s been an exciting month at the Museum

It’s been an exciting time for the museum.  October was the 125th birthday of our heritage-designated building and we pulled out all the stops to celebrate.  A big thank you to everyone who supported us.

For 80 years, before it became the museum, the building was the town library. Recognising that history we worked with Charlotte Harding and Bec Reilly (Ventana) to hold Story Month events.  That included children’s sessions in the museum.  We want them to feel it is “their” museum too.

With that in mind we now have old equipment kids can play with:  party line phones, typewriters, an adding machine, a windup gramophone and Plunket scales.  There’s also a Treasure Hunt to add a challenge. (thank you Bec for the idea).  If you are after immortality we have a Time Capsule too where you can put in an entry (Karen Cronshaw’s clever idea).  It won’t be opened again until 2044. … Continue Reading

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Golf pro-am success _ without clubhouse

By Karen Stephens A record field of 172 players, including 43 professionals from New Zealand and Australia, battled light winds, warm temperatures and even light early-morning fog at Martinborough golf’s 2024 CER Electrical and Holmes Construction pro-am on February 1. At least that was the range of excuses for some …

Featherston wrestlers go offshore

Two members of Featherston Amateur Wrestling Club’s senior class have again been asked to join a New Zealand team overseas.  Wairangi Sargent and Angus Read will take part in the Journeymen Tournament and Training Camp over Easter in New York state.  Over the week they are there they will be …

Martinborough Golf Club has tumbled down

The demolition of the Martinborough Golf Club is complete. In the last days prior to Christmas a fully-insulated pole shed, much like a top end farm outbuilding, was erected to act as both office and temporary clubhouse. New septic tanks, internet connectivity, power, water, and Porticom loos were installed. On …

Regular Features

News from First Church

 Many folk imagine that going to church is a bit of an ordeal, a waste …

FROM THE MAYOR

By Martin Connelly In February the local Lions Club invited me for dinner and asked …

Driving Growth and Collaboration: Martinborough Business Assn Committee

The Martinborough Business Association Committee plays an important role in fostering economic growth and collaboration …

How Well Do We Know People in our Community?

Michael Bing talks to Lyle Griffiths Michael was raised in Auckland, attending St Peters College …

BOOK REVIEWS FOR HOT SUMMER DAYS

By Brenda Channer – Martinborough Bookshop “Whether Violent or Natural” by Natasha Calder This debut …

Community Garden News

By Debbie Yates This is definitely the month of thank you. Nga Mihi Nui! We …

EVENTS

Saturday 10 February: 10th annual Citizen Science Kākahi Count at Western Lake Shore Reserve, 18km …

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