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FIRST CHURCH

September 16, 2013 October 2013 Comments Off on FIRST CHURCH

It’s that time again:  Our annual Kirk Fair is being held in the Town Hall on Saturday, 12 October.
There will be the usual stalls – Cakes, Produce, Fashion Accessories; Books ( no magazines),  Treasure Trove (please no electrical goods, etc.

The Town Hall will be open on the Friday when goods can be dropped off or, if you have goods you wished to have picked up, please phone Sherryl on 306 9987 or Margaret on 306 8102.

We look forward to seeing you there.

Antiques

September 16, 2013 October 2013 Comments Off on Antiques

Antiques_webA New Zealand Icon….?
 “Crown Lynn, A New Zealand Icon” is the name of Valerie Ringer Monk’s story of the New Zealand pottery and along with her new book the “Crown Lynn Collectors Handbook” there is now great reference material that makes finding and collecting pieces all the more interesting. While not even close to “antique” age, I felt that I had to take time to mention Crown Lynn in an article about Antiques and Collectables.

Love it or hate it, most of us have some of it, as Crown Lynn was prolific in its production. … Continue Reading

VINES SLEEP WHILE WINES AWAKE

September 16, 2013 October 2013 Comments Off on VINES SLEEP WHILE WINES AWAKE

Elegant Gabriel glasses were used for the Martinborough Musings.  Designed in Switzerland by a winemaker, the slightly conical design concentrates the bouquet to enhance the development of a wine’s aroma. The glasses are imported by Schubert Wines.

Elegant Gabriel glasses were used for the Martinborough Musings.  Designed in Switzerland by a winemaker, the slightly conical design concentrates the bouquet to enhance the development of a wine’s aroma. The glasses are imported by Schubert Wines.

Neatly pruned for the winter, Martinborough’s grapevines are quiet now, awaiting spring warmth to start their annual growth cycle. For the wines and wineries, however, this is a busy time.

During the recent VISA Wellington on A Plate food festival, Martinborough wines were matched with some outstanding food at numerous events and restaurants in Wellington. “We are very fortunate to have Wellington on our doorstep.  Wellington on a Plate is a great way to showcase how well our fine wines complement good food,” says Sue McLeary, Wines From Martinborough co-ordinator. … Continue Reading

New Take on School Milk

September 16, 2013 October 2013 Comments Off on New Take on School Milk

Room 2 enjoying their milk outside in the spring sun

Room 2 enjoying their milk outside in the spring sun

Martinborough School has just begun the Fonterra Milk for Schools programme, which makes milk available daily to all Year 1-6 pupils. Principal Craig Nelson says that it turns out to be quite a complex business. Fonterra have donated a fridge as well as the cartons of milk and group of older children called the Health Squad have the responsibility of chilling milk for the day, then taking it to classrooms at designated times. … 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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