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October 15, 2020 October 2020 Comments Off on From the mayor

Spring is here with a vengeance, and if you are like me, we are struggling to keep up with mowing the lawns.

It was great to grab the opportunity and arrange an open day at the Pain Estate recently. Work has been extensive and well managed to a good standard, and will be kept in good condition into the future.

It is a shame Toast Martinborough has been cancelled, however I am working with a number of organisations to replace the event with smaller initiatives to give visitors options during this peak weekend. The sponsor of Toast, Tommy’s Real Estate, has generously offered to divert their sponsorship to this initiative. Keep an eye out for a calendar of events later this month. … Continue Reading

Fundraising for Wharekaka off to a great start

October 15, 2020 October 2020 Comments Off on Fundraising for Wharekaka off to a great start

Almost $12,000 has already been raised  for Wharekaka Aged Care Community through The Oak Tree Community – a fundraising initiative launched just last month. Set up by the Wharekaka Board with David Kershaw as Patron, The Oak Tree Community allows you to donate a set amount per month or annually.

“Since it was set up 50 years ago Wharekaka has been a wonderful asset. It’s just a short walk to the shops and cafes so while they are able, residents can still be involved in the life of the village. It’s easy for friends and families to visit; and having hospital-level care available for residents when they need it provides another level of support,” says David. … Continue Reading

Golf Club News

October 15, 2020 October 2020 Comments Off on Golf Club News

The past month seems to have passed by in a flash!!!  Grumpies on a Tuesday have been getting good numbers out playing and the winners over the last month have been Lachie McLeod (but we won’t mention what happened the following week), Brian Russo, Guy Walmsley and Malcolm Bridge.  Two’s have gone to Malcolm Bridge, Brent Mortensen and Chris Hanson.

The Ladies on a Wednesday have not been quite so lucky with the weather but recent winners have been Honor Clark, Jan Ferguson, Jenny Wilkie and Ju Allen.  Two’s have gone to Bindy McLeod, Ann Hume, Sylvia Beavis and Jenny Wilkie who had 2 in one round. … Continue Reading

Help us stop the spread of this pest plant before it becomes a problem

October 15, 2020 October 2020 Comments Off on Help us stop the spread of this pest plant before it becomes a problem

The Greater Wellington Biosecurity team needs your help to prevent the spread blue passionflower, which is becoming more established in the Wairarapa area. 

Blue passion flower Passiflora caerulea

How do I identify blue passionflower?

Evergreen climbing vine that can grow up to 10 metres high Leaves: Dark green to purple shiny leaves with many fingers, usually between 3 and 9 … 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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