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Book Review

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bookThen we take Berlin
John Lawton is a new author to me – although I note that he has written several other books. I wish that I had come across him earlier.

This book is principally set in Berlin straight after the second world war. There are two characters whose sperate lives are tracked until their paths cross. … Continue Reading

Book Review

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{CC4436F6-FC76-409B-B690-A243F4A08B20}Img100Dog fight how Apple and Google went to war
These days the majority of people use smart phones without giving much thought to the huge amount of brilliant work that has gone into the miniature computer in their pocket or handbag. … Continue Reading

Bizarre

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BiazarreIn 1990 NZ found itself tripped up by it’s anti nuclear ship ban legislation.
Queen Elizabeth planned to visit aboard the Royal Yacht Britannia for the 150th Anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi.

The Britannia was officially commissioned vessel of the Royal Navy. NZ law requires every naval vessel of any nation to formally guarantee that the ship is not carrying a nuclear weapon. … Continue Reading

Antiques

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What’s it worth?
The phrase “one woman’s trash is another woman’s treasure” suggests that something can be “worth” very little and at the same time be “valuable” depending on the perspective.

The process that I use to determine “value” when I am buying and selling is quite simple and here are some of the things I consider.

Who made the item? A signed hand painted Royal Worcester item would be more valuable that an anonymously painted piece even if it was of quality. Markings and maker’s marks give confirmation that the item is authentic. … 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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