Project set to Benefit from Exciting New Event

The Martinborough Community Centre project is proud to be the official charity for a new adventure race set in the heart of one of New Zealand’s best loved private multi-day walks, the Tora Coastal Walk.

The Tora Coastal Challenge will be held on Saturday, 6th September 2014 and feature a 6km or 18km run/walk or a 32km run. The Challenge is open to individuals or teams of three and will see participants cover the scenic route walked by hundreds of visitors every year.

“The Tora Coastal Challenge follows a stunning trail over private hill country and coastal farms, through river valleys and native bush and of course along the dramatic Tora coastline,” says Kiri Elworthy, one of the owners of the Tora Coastal Walk which will celebrate 20 years in business this October.

“It is the first time we have opened up the walk like this to the public so it’s a wonderful opportunity for people to come and see a unique part of New Zealand and challenge themselves at the same time and we are so pleased to be able to support the Martinborough Community Centre with all profits from the race going towards the project.”

Kiri says all ages and abilities are catered for. All participants start at the brand new Stony Bay Lodge on the Tora Coast, which is a 45 minute drive from the wine village of Martinborough.

“Not only is there a family-friendly 6km leg that follows the coastline, but the three-person team event is perfect for corporates wanting an office challenge or a group of friends wanting to tackle something new,” she says.

Entries are limited to 100 teams and 400 individuals, so register early to avoid disappointment. Delicious food and great rural hospitality will be available from the Tora locals, and all entrants of the 18km and 32km course will receive a complimentary copy of the Tora Coastal Walk cookbook (RRP $20) for their participation.

For more information on The Tora Coastal Challenge or to register visit www.toracoastalwalk.co.nz.

The Martinborough Community Centre Communications Team.

Supporter Profile: Martinborough Community Board
The Martinborough Community Board represents and acts as an advocate for Martinborough Ward residents. We had a chat with Lisa Cornelissen, Chair of the Board, about their support for the new Community Centre.

Why have you decided to give to the Town Hall project?
We want to help to create a legacy for Martinborough people that lasts well beyond the time each of us can be individual Community Board members. Our experience of supporting the Health Centre tells us this town has the co-operative spirit and ‘can do’ attitude to make this happen. We want to continue to build a lively and attractive community centre around our historic Square that all of us who love living in Martinborough will use and enjoy, as well as attracting visitors to the Wairarapa from further afield. As the recent MADCAPS musical festival shows, we also have lots of talent to showcase in a great venue like the Town Hall!

What is the best advice you have ever been given?
Regret the things you did, not the things you didn’t do.

What’s one thing that most people don’t know about you?
I once broke my foot falling off a rather impressive pair of shoes.

Thank you to our generous supporters

David and Winifred Bull, Tom and Di Bunny, Jim Clark and Michael Honey, Paul and Rosie Collins, Cotter and Stevens Ltd, John and Trish Donald, Roger Gaskill and Julie-Claire Baxter, Catherine and Marco de Groot, Ro and Lyle Griffiths, Gerald Hensley, Michael Lamont and Bev O’Keefe, Robin Lockie, John and Di Martin, Tim Martin and Victoria Read, The Martinborough Star, Martinborough Community Board, Helen and John Meehan, Pain Estate, Pain and Kershaw Ltd, Patuna Farm, Poppies Martinborough, Richard Riddiford, Mary Smith and Family, Max and Liz Stevens Family, Graeme Thompson and Chris Cassels, Thunderpants Ltd, The Tora Coastal Walk, Gary Wall, Felicity and Arthur Warren, Weatherstone Family Rotopai Farms, Pam and Garry Wells, Wood Family Paharakeke

If you would like to join our supporters and make a pledge to the Martinborough Community Centre Fund please contact Max Stevens – 3069095 or Victoria Read – 3068570.

How to get involved:

Thanks to everyone who made submissions as part of the Annual Plan process. If you’re taking part in the Annual Plan hearings on the 9th June and need any further information please contact Victoria Read on 3068570 or Lisa Cornelissen on 3068946.
The Annual Plan will be formally adopted by Council on the 25th June, so watch this space in the next edition of the Star for more information on how to get involved. In the meantime check out our Facebook page and invite your friends to ‘Like’ us too. Facebook.com/MartinboroughCommunityCentre.

What’s Next
9th & 10th June 2014. SWDC Annual Plan hearings.
25th June 2014. SWDC formally adopt the Annual Plan.

Contacts
Help and queries about AP hearings?
Victoria Read 3068570 or Lisa Cornelissen 3068946

Funding and general enquiries?
Max Stevens 3069095 or Victoria Read 3068570

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