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Tenancy agreements

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Because of the changes in the residential housing market, with more investors buying homes for rental and the fact that more people are looking for rental accommodation, we want to bring your attention to the legal aspects of tenancy.  Tenancy Agreement forms are available on line and also at our office in Masterton. The agreement needs to be carefully read and should be agreeable to both parties. We are happy to help with suggestions if you find the process difficult.  Make sure the landlord gives you a copy of the agreement before the tenancy starts, or before changes take effect. … Continue Reading

Summer fun at Wharekaka

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A grandstand view of events is just one of the benefits of Wharekaka Aged Care Community’s central Martinborough location.  Last month residents,  under the shade of Wharekaka’s trees, cheered on elite cyclists in the Martinborough leg of the NZ Cycle Classic.

It was great fun. It was a sunny day so we had a lunchtime barbecue and gave residents bells to ring every time the cyclists sped by. They loved it.”  says Wharekaka Activities Co-ordinator Maggie Westergren. … Continue Reading

Raising Resilient Children

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Raising Resilient Children
 What we can do – as parents and community – to help!

The South Wairarapa Principals’ Association recognized the impact of Covid on many students and their families. With sponsorship from South Wairarapa Rotary Club we are pleased to present a series of free workshops for parents and caregivers.

The first three workshops will be led by Kathryn Berkett. Kathryn is a mother of two adolescents, with a Masters in Educational Psychology. Kathryn has been learning and working in this area for over twenty years, training national and international audiences, including Police, Teachers, Parents, Social Workers, NZ Rugby and many more. … Continue Reading

School Holiday Basketball fun enjoyed by local kids.

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Local kids had the chance to enjoy some Basketball workshops over the holidays thanks to Capital Basketball.

The court based at the Waihinga centre park is often full of kids shooting hoops and during the park upgrade Heath Kershaw had generously donated the two new hoops, but the court needed painting up to finish it off. The request was put into council and Bryce Neems got the job done and before the paint was dry we contacted Capital Basketball to explore options to get them to Martinborough. … 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 …

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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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