Summer fun at Wharekaka

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

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.

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

New Anglican Dean installed

We are thrilled to announce that on Tuesday 2 February at 7pm Rev Peter Hull was installed as Deacon in Charge of the Parish of South Wairarapa. Our parish includes both St Andrew’s Martinborough and St John’s Featherston. 

Pete’s installation service will take place at St Andrew’s. Bishop Justin Duckworth will be officiating at this service.  … Continue Reading