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Meet the Martinborough Community Board

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By Angela Brown

The first drop in session for the new Community Board was held on Saturday 21st January and was really successful – thank you to everyone who came along.  We had some interesting discussions, covering varied topics.   … Continue Reading

The Martinborough Wine and Food Society Christmas function.

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By Sue Delamare

We had a very happy Christmas lunch at the York Bistro, Parehua on the 11th December at midday. We had the entire dining room at the front of the building to ourselves. It is a light airy space with lots of room to move around and talk to one another. … Continue Reading

News from First Church

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By Pam Colenso                                                              

Lent:

The period of Lent starts on Wednesday 22nd February and runs for 40 days until Thursday 6th April.  This is an important time in the church calendar leading up to the death of Jesus.  There are a number of readings to follow in the Book of Matthew – which we will contemplate each Sunday over this period. Our services are at 10am every Sunday. … Continue Reading

Martinborough puts on Blue Skies for the   Pro Am

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By Lyle Griffiths

19th January opened with a sparkling day for the Pro AM.  Early mist dissipated and the threatened rain and easterlies failed to eventuate.  Six teams teed off at the crack of dawn with the other 35 teams beginning at 11.00 am.

With 41 teams having entered, the field was spilt to accommodate everyone with the least inconvenience. The course was immaculate. Competition was sizzling. 

On the 16th hole Provincial Insurance offered a $10,000 prize for amateurs for a hole in one, and a $20,000 prize for Pros. There were some tense moments with balls inching to the hole but failing to make the drop. … Continue Reading

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Golf clubhouse fundraising builds up

An amazing fundraising day for the new clubhouse was held on April 19 when 34 teams took to the course in an ambrose tournament. The winners on the day with net 54.87 were Taylor Dewis, Robbie Robinson, Tom de Groen and Liam Richardson.  The longest drive for men went to …

Women’s football team in Green, Black and … Pink strip

Martinborough Football Club has unveiled a vibrant new palette of green, black and pink with the introduction of a women’s team, marking a significant milestone for the club. The rise of interest in women’s football, fueled by events like the FIFA Women’s World Cup, highlighted the demand for local opportunities. …

New golf clubhouse build, fund-raising up and running

Martinborough golf’s new clubhouse build is well under way _ as are fundraising efforts. It doesn’t seem long since we watched the demolition of the old clubhouse and now the frames for half the new building are in place with scaffolding up ready for the roof timbers. Everything is going …

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Pain Farm Estate Future Public Meeting hosted by: Martinborough Community Board  Date: Wednesday 15 May  …

From the Acting Mayor

By Melissa Sadler-Futter It’s great to be able to connect with you through The Star …

Martinborough Community Noticeboard

This new Noticeboard is to list Martinborough community groups and activities. The goal: provide a location …

ARATOI: Jane Sinclair – Quiet Observations

Masterton painter Jane Sinclair has finally finished painting new works for her upcoming exhibition Quiet …

The Star Book Review

By Brenda Channer In 2020, during lockdown, did you drag a chair to the end …

News from First Church

If you should find yourself driving semi-aimlessly up the east coast on the Ponatahi or …

Martinborough fire season still controlled

The FIRE SEASON has moved to RESTRICTED, meaning a permit is required for most fires …

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