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AUGUST 2023 Fashion journey through time for Cobblestones 82 Main Street Greytown www.sheryllbrasell.com 0800 580 834 or 0211 580 834 Leaders Real Estate Licensed REAA 2008 sheryll.brasell@raywhite.com “Proudly Local, Proudly Ray White Wairarapa” Are you thinking of selling your property or wanting to know the true value of your property? Then call me now, I will provide you a free appraisal, and discuss with you how I will achieve a premium price for your property. Phone now to take advantage of FREE professional photos and the advanced internet marketing package. LEADERS GROUP 145 East Street, Greytown An Exciting Opportunity Build or relocate your dream home here Create your own lifestyle •5 Sections •Lot sizes range from 445m2 to 960m2 •Great Value •No Covenants •Fully Serviced •Central East Location The Cobblestone Fashion Extravaganza held Saturday 15 July was a fabulous affair. A three hundred strong audience joined us from far and wide to enjoy a journey through time with the parade of fashions from last century to the present day. The show was presented in the transformed Kuranui College Auditorium, with tiered seating to provide a great view of the show. The extravaganza was part of Greytown’s 2023 Festival of Christmas. The success was due to the combined efforts of the Friends of Cobblestones, local people with an interest in fashion, and the amazing 36 models who played such an important part in making a superb evening. They were supported by a superb backstage management team and their dressers. Cobblestones would like to acknowledge Chris Hume, past Chair of Trustees, who had this idea and who led us through to a terrific finish. We are most grateful to Property Brokers who contributed $3,000 to sponsor the Fashion Extravaganza and to the local businesses who donated items for the silent auction that raised $4500. A big thank you goes out to the many Wairarapa people who lent approximately 400 precious garments and accessories, as follows. The garment selection team, who carefully looked at every garment, chose 145 to tell a story about fashion from 1850s to today, and returned them all safely to their owners. To Designer Clothing Gallery, Deluxe, Halls Clothing, Linarte and Stitch that provided the 2023 fashion garments. Judith Amyes who produced the Victorian and Edwardian section of the parade. Craig Thorburn from Grand Illusions who worked his magic to transform Kuranui College Hall into a wonderful setting for the show. Lucy Cooper and Katie Abbott, the compères who chose the music and wove the story so beautifully. ... continued page 5 Models in their colourful 1970s-inspired fashions

Let me start by acknowledging the contribution of Richard Harding, Mayor of Greytown between 1975 and 1983. Richard was the second to last Mayor of the Borough before amalgamation in 1989. Richard died in July, aged 101. He had lived in the area for well over 50 years and had been a naval commander during World War Two. His was a life of public service, on both the large scale and locally. I extend my sympathies to John and to Richard’s children and grandchildren. Also let me acknowledge and thank the organisers of the Greytown Midwinter Christmas Festival. I hope they have that wonderful after-glow that comes from a job well done. It was a wonderful touch to have the main street closed, which enabled the festival to become a street carnival. I wished there were easy ways to repeat the street closure, but there are considerable financial costs in doing so, due to traffic management rules. People ask, why did the council set the rates at the level they have? In April, the council put out a proposed budget and asked people to have their say. The proposed budget recommended a rates rise of about 11% for people living in urban Greytown. The proposal also asked, “Do you think the council should spend more on water services?” A large majority of people replied “Yes”. That added $1,330,000 to the council’s expenses, and to our rates. The second change we made concerned the council’s wastewater plants. After our proposed budget was released, we got notice that we could not make further connections to the Martinborough wastewater plant. There is a long history of problems at this plant. In the past it has spilled waste into the Ruamahanga. The Greater Wellington Regional Council has served an abatement notice on the council to fix problems at the plant. An abatement notice might sound a bit trivial, but it is not. If we do not do what is required, we face prosecution with a maximum fine of $600,000. It would be a bad look for the council to be prosecuted of course, and after we had paid our legal costs and any penalties, we would still be required to fix the problem. We are budgeting $1,000,000 (from rates) to deal with the wastewater plant problems. The combination of this, plus the $1,330,000 for water service maintenance, is why the rates for people who use our water and waste-water systems have increased as they have. It goes without saying that no-one is happy about this outcome. There is no getting away from the fact, however, that a district with a small ratepayer base, has considerable financial problems when attempting to meet the expectations of residents for top-quality infrastructure. The council has just published the 2023 Public Perception Survey results. I won’t go into all the results; it is a long document. But I believe that it shows that the council has turned a corner in rebuilding trust and confidence in the council. There is still much to do, however. One of the questions in the survey asks how people see the image of their nearest town. Eighty seven percent of people who live in or near Greytown report being satisfied or very satisfied with this town’s image. This is up from last year. Many things go towards creating such a positive image. That includes residents who speak positively about the town, retailers who create reasons for people to come and visit and shop, and heritage groups that care for history and natural heritage. Martin Connelly Circulation rural & urban Greytown: 2,200 Deadlines: Editorial & Advertising: 10th of the month Delivered by: 20th of the month* Letters to Editor: 300 word maximum No Grapevine in January Editorial & Advertising: greytowngrapevine@gmail.com Deliveries: (06) 304 9245 195mm wide x 280mm deep 195mm wide x 135mm deep 195mm wide x 75mm deep 95mm wide x 135mm deep 95mm wide x 65mm deep FULL PAGE 1/2 PAGE 1/4 PAGE 1/8 PAGE BANNER Please state size and colour of your ad when booking. 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Greytown Heritage Trust/Te Pouhere Toanga O Kuratawhiti Richard Harding, past mayor of Greytown, dies aged 101 A lifetime of over a century is likely to be punctuated by achievement and fascinating history. The life of Richard Harding (December 1921 to July 2023), Naval Commander and one-time Greytown Mayor (1975-1983) was just that; marked by accomplishment and colour. Richard had a significant career with the Royal Navy and the Royal New Zealand Navy, both through the War and for the following two decades. Subsequently, he was a Greytown resident for over 50 years. Richard delighted in the fact that his Commanding Officer on his first Destroyer at the outset of war, defending the English Channel, was Charles Dickens’ great grandson. Indeed, it was Peter Dickens who recommended the then young Harding for a commission. Harding had narrowly missed being on the crew of HMS Neptune, which struck a mediterranean minefield, killing 150 New Zealanders. The sea ran deep in this man’s life. For many years, Richard kept a boat in Mana and was known to occasionally make a feisty Cook Strait crossing to the Marlborough Sounds in this 28-foot (8.5metre) craft. Upon retirement from the RNZN, Richard and his British-born wife Gabrielle moved to Greytown, and was enticed to manage Tate’s Orchards to the west of Mole Street, living in a significant house on Kuratawhiti Street, which he renovated, before moving further west to a house they built on the same road. Amongst many things, Gabrielle was celebrated for breeding donkeys, although family wryly note that Richard did most of the work. Interested, impassioned and lucidly articulate about the state of things, Richard Harding cared for the world about him. Taking great interest in the life of the town, in politics, both local and international, actively enjoying his friends (and his dogs, latterly Toby), his venerable age wasn’t an impediment to staying connected. Christ’s College, of which he was an alumnus, judged him to be their longest-living oldboy at their reunion in 2020. As Mayor, Richard oversaw the relocation of the Masonic Hall from West Street to Main Street, where it served as the town’s library. Deeming it a compromising proposal, he led a petition in opposition to the library being moved to the refurbished Town Hall, for which he had been champion and hands-on active handyman, painter and decorator. Reflecting upon his life and the calibre of the man, a close friend observed that “it was an honour to have known him”. Richard Harding was a man who gave vigorously and generously to both his friends and his community. He argued that smiling was one of the tenets of his longevity. He is a man remembered fondly. Trust Membership Greytown’s heritage, notably its Victorian buildings and significant trees, is what the Greytown Heritage Trust values and champions. Our heritage attracts people to live here, to visit, play and stay. If you are interested in our heritage and would like to support the Trust in its work to advocate and protect, please support us. Membership rates are $20/single, $30/ couple and $30 for individual businesses. You can pay online through Internet Banking: Greytown Heritage Trust, Account 03 0609 0090667 00 – include first and last names with a telephone number or the name of your business, with first and last name of a delegated contact. Having a strong base of subscribing members is vital for the Trust, enhancing credibility with submissions. Please join us as a financial member now. We’re grateful to the many people who are already members. Carmel Ferguson, Chairperson 021 925 573 greytownheritagetrust@gmail.com Richard, Gabrielle and one of their many dogs, in the Greytown sunshine The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023 3

Vera Ellen in concert For the last two weeks in August, Vera Ellen has been the inaugural NZ Pacific Studio Singer-Songwriter in Residence for 2023 in Fig Tree Cottage, Greytown. Vera says, “I am ready to embark on creating my fourth solo album. I can see some themes of love and community coming through to counter some of the darker themes of my previous record. During the residency, I will be able to flesh out my song ideas, record basic demos, and conceptualise what the album might look and sound like. I am looking forward to be able to try out some of this material with a small audience.” Vera was “Best Alternative Artist” at the Aotearoa Music Awards and nominee for the 2022 Taite Prize. She is signed to the iconic kiwi label, Flying Nun, and has two acclaimed solo records alongside two USA and NZ tours already under her belt – and she’s only getting started! Vera won this residency out of 20 applicants from Aotearoa, Australia, Austria, Germany, The Netherlands, Pakistan, Ukraine and USA. Madeleine Slavick, NZ Pacific Studio Chair says, “The residency is to give the artist a space and time to write new material, in a beautiful setting to refresh and find inspiration.” The residency award includes accommodation, a stipend, and access to Pukaha National Wildlife Centre. NZ Pacific Studio is an award-winning residency programme based in Wairarapa, and has hosted hundreds of artists of all kinds since its founding in 2001. Visit www.artistresidency.org.nz for more info. Greytown Upclose and Personal is delighted to be collaborating with NZPS on this concert and residency. Join us to hear Vera’s newest work: Studio 73, Sunday 27 August at 4pm. Tickets through Eventfinda $25 for adults, special $10 for students under 21 or pay cash on the door. Vera Ellen. Photo Nicola Sandford Welcome to the team at Lifestyle Property Management. We will look after your biggest asset as if it were our own. From FREE rental appraisals, securing top quality tenants, through to rent collection and payment, regular property inspections and responding to maintenance requests. In fact, everything related to the management of your Rental Portfolio. Lifestyle Property Management offers competitive fees, free property inspections, up to date systems and processes, and personal service second to none. Dianne Gates Freephone 0800 342 837 Mobile 027 224 7381 Alex Gates • Dianne Gates • Jackie Kelynack 4 The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023

Arielle Finley, Kuranui student, who led the sound and lighting team. La Cutting Crew who styled the models’ hair and Essentially You for their makeup artistry. Pete’s Joinery for providing a truck and a driver to transport the garments to and from the venue. The catering team who served drinks and provided delicious appertisers, as well as keeping the back room team sustained. The team who put together the silent auction. Taralee Freeman, Marie Wright and Zach Donald Wright who lent us their WOW costumes to display in the foyer. Members of Red Robins, Lions and South Wairarapa Rotary who assisted in various ways. Thanks go to each and everyone of you for being a part of something so special, it was a real reflection of our wonderful community. The funds raised, $18,012, will be used for the development of the new horse-drawn vehicles and engine shed at Cobblestones Museum and Early Settlers Village. Many thanks to Evan Davies for the photos, and watch out for an announcement about an opportunity to watch a video of the event. Cobblestones fashion extravaganza thrills audience ... from page 1 The entire group From the 1990s 027 779 4404 oce@cleanrservices.co.nz The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023 5

FOLLOW US Wai Art Show wai_art_show #waiartshow CARTERTON EVENTS CENTRE As you may have noticed from the advertising hoardings that have recently gone up, The Big Wai Art Sale has been rebranded to the Wai Art Show. The exciting new logo and website are thanks to the talented duo at Satellite Design, Jo Lysaght and David Murray. Run by Wai Art Trust, established in 2006 with the primary aim of supporting and promoting Wairarapa artists, this is their 17th giant cash and carry art show. The huge cash and carry Wai Art Show opens at 9am on Friday 8 September and runs till 5pm Sunday 10 September at Carterton Event Centre. Entry is by gold coin. The art show has been immensely successful; sales have increased every year, thanks to not only to support from local art buyers, but also a very talented pool of local artists and a strong culture of artistic teaching and learning within the Wairarapa. With over 2,000 works of very affordable art, there is something for everyone; whether you are looking for an investment piece, something gorgeous for that special wall, or a beautiful gift. It also makes a lovely outing for mum or weekend visitors, there is ample seating in the main hall and great coffee shops in town for refreshments afterwards. The show is expanding into the Rangitane hub at the Event Centre, with 15 talented 3-D artisans, several working in action on site. This year, Wai Art Trust is thrilled to receive a $1,500 WBS grant for a prize pool to encourage younger artists to participate in the show. It is now easier for young artists to participate by being able to submit one to two works (rather than a whole panel), a reduced hanging fee of $5 and, with the WBS grant as an incentive, they hope to attract a much wider and diverse range of artists and work. If you know of a talented artist under the age of 21, they can enter at waiart.nz by 1 September 2023. Follow on Facebook wai art show and Instagram wai_art_show, showcasing the artists in the show, some behind the scenes activity and general information on the show. New look for Wai Art Show Iwen Yong’s artwork display from last year’s show 6 The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023

Greytown Music Group NZTrio Concert Described as a “national treasure”, and “New Zealand’s most indispensable ensemble” (William Dart, NZ Herald), NZTrio is renowned for its eclectic repertoire, outstanding talent, and warm Kiwi stage presence. The trio has a remarkable track record of over 75 new commissions to date, with more than two-thirds from NZ composers. Violinist Amalia Hall, pianist Somi Kim and cellist Ashley Brown are looking forward to revisiting Greytown for this year’s concert, entitled Homeland 2: Tunes from my Home. The spirit of folk music is at the heart of Homeland, with the music of the great Bohemian composer, Antonin Dvorak, at the heart of the series. The music of the people: folk music’s ubiquitous influence, is present throughout. Homeland 2 will begin in Romania with Enescu’s luscious A minor trio, one of the very few works he composed during World War Two, and a strong witness to his fascination with the countryside, and the folk music of his homeland. Chinese-American composer, Chen Yi, and her siblings began studying the piano and classical music at the age of three, and a year later she was introduced to the violin. During the cultural revolution, they were taken to a work camp in the countryside – but were only allowed to perform “revolutionary songs”. Chen Yi will transport us back to her upbringing in China, with Tunes from my Home, musical stories filled with bustling energies and happy memories. New Zealander, Victoria Kelly, not only composes, but also arranges and directs a wide spectrum of musical genres: contemporary classical, pop, and music for film, TV and theatre. In the gently rhythmic and mystical sound world of her newly commissioned work for this concert, she explores the lure of her ancestral homes of Aotearoa and the Faeroe Islands (between Iceland and Shetland,) and the irresistible forces that pulled her forbears towards and away from them. Lastly, we will be transported back to Europe, to Prague, where a 42-year-old Dvorak will take us into the depths of Czech music traditions in his broodingly romantic F minor Piano Trio. NZTrio: Homeland 2: Tunes from my Home – 4pm Sunday 3 September, at 57 Wood St, Greytown. For bookings, contact Ed and Juliet Cooke on 06 304 9497, or efjacooke@gmail.com. L-R: Amalia Hall, Somi Kim, Ashley Brown YOUR ONE-STOP SHOP FOR EVERYTHING ELECTRICAL • Wiring for renovations and new builds • Electrical repair work • Sales and service of most brands of whiteware and electrical goods Locally owned servicing Wairarapa-wide & Appliances (2017) Ltd Phone: 06 379 8930 email: wealtd@xtra.co.nz 34-36 High Street South, Carterton See us for your new whiteware The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023 7

D.B. OSBORNE C H A R T E R E D A C C O U N T A N T S L I M ITE D G R O W WIT H U S P 0558 403 60 E office@dbosborne.co.nz 124 Main Street, Greytown 5712 www.dbosborne.co.nz We come to you! CARPET & HARD FLOORING SPECIALS Shaun Stephens 0272 663 362 Local Business Owner Wairarapa 0800 102 004 | harrisonscarpet.co.nz The low-down on exercise and diet as we age I’m Miles, a local Greytown health and wellness coach, living and loving the Greytown community for the past three years since moving from Wellington in search of a new life. My business helps people find a more energised, healthier, and fitter life. Recently I have been talking to clients and in general about how much our bodies change as we age. There are obvious physical changes, but there are lots of things changing on the inside we may not be aware of, and this can make quite a difference to how we eat and exercise. As a 54-year-old man, how I exercise and eat now is vastly different to what I did in my 20s. For men, there is a lot going on with things like reduced testosterone, diminished muscle mass, weaker joints, and increased risk of inflammation in the gut. For women, there’s the onset of menopause, reduction of estrogen, lowering of bone density increasing the risk of osteoporosis, and other hormone-related issues. On the face of this it can seem a bit bleak, however, this doesn’t have to be the case, and as we get older there are many great benefits, such as kids growing up and leaving home, giving us more freedom to pursue goals that might have been put on hold. We are often in a better financial place, allowing us to experience new adventures and tick off those bucket list experiences, start new hobbies or travel overseas. So, life can be great, but first let’s get our health in order before we charge off on that Himalayan trek! Considerations for women when exercising For women, hormonal changes can be quite dramatic with the onset of menopause. Add to this a lowering of energy levels, a tendency to put on weight due to lower estrogen levels, and an increase in the risk of osteoporosis. There are a few things that can help: • Reduce sugar Because of hormonal changes it is a lot harder to maintain weight, and very easy to put it on, so keeping sugar content low is important. Look to satisfy those cravings with fresh fruit or delicious smoothies (ask me for some great recipes). It’s ok to have a treat once in a while, but in moderation. • Drop the CrossFit This refers to any high impact or intensity workouts. With the lowering of bone density, any high impact workouts increase the risk joint damage and pain, not to mention that the rapid elevation of body temperature can be extremely uncomfortable depending on what stage you may be experiencing with menopause. Instead, do power walks with your friends for at least 30 minutes, it gives a great opportunity for social time and lifts your mood and energy, lessening the risk of injury. Try bike riding, swimming, light hiking, or low impact aerobic exercise. • Increase strength and weight training This is vital, and if you do nothing else, do this. Weight training is fantastic for building muscle tone that protects and strengthens bones. Don’t lift excessively heavy weights, and aim for a 12-15 rep range. Bones don’t have their own blood circulation system, so the only way to get blood to them is to move the muscles. Not only does this help your bones, but boosts confidence and empowers you as you get stronger – an excellent mood lifter. • Food women should avoid Spicy foods Alcohol (1 glass occasionally, too much may increase hot flushes) Fatty foods. Considerations for men when exercising To combat the reduction of testosterone there a few things that can help: • Include weight training Resistance training, lifting weights or using bands has been shown to boost testosterone levels. Keep weights at a midrange, and avoid big heavy lifts as our joints get older, opt for a 12-15 rep range of 3-4 sets, 2-3 exercises per body part. • Increase protein Maintaining a healthy diet made up of lean protein from whole, natural foods, will boost your hormone levels. Whilst I don’t aim to push any type of diet, I will say that lean protein sources such as chicken and fish are best for maintaining healthy hormonal levels. Men particularly should avoid soy products as this increases estrogen and reduces testosterone. • Food’s men should avoid Soy based products, milk, tofu etc. Fatty food High cholesterol High fat content red meat (try lean venison). Overall recommendations Minimise stress and cortisol levels by staying active, getting plenty of sleep, and engage in stressrelieving practices. I will talk more about how to sleep better in another article as there is enough to write a book on the subject! Increase your vitamin D intake, either by supplements or just get outside and enjoy a walk in the sun. We are so lucky to live in an area with so many great walks. These not only boost our vitamin D levels, but the increased movement helps all the other areas of health whilst boosting our moods and reducing stress. Miles Cranston Feel Alive Coaching 8 The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023

Dinner Meeting All Welcome South Wairarapa Working Men’s Club 120 Main Street, Greytown Monday 28 August, 6:30pm Featuring Guest Speaker Sir Kim Workman Kim Workman grew up in the Wairarapa, son of a Pākehā mother and Māori father. His whakapapa comes from Ngāti Kahungunu and Rangitāne; Pāpāwai Marae near Greytown is the place to which he always returns. Jazz musician, policeman, public servant, prison manager, prominent campaigner for restorative justice, Kim’s life is full of passion and spirit, research and writing, action and commitment. His childhood was shaped by life in a country town, by family and Māori community, somewhat by school and rather more by playing jazz. Pay as you Enter Meals $25 each Bookings must be in by Friday 25 August 2023 Contact: Phone or Text Melvin Herrick 027 2277 047 Ray Thompson 027 537 3063 FGBMFI Full Gospel Businessmen’s Fellowship International Martinborough Chapter Lifestyle choices Playing our part in the world If you’re concerned about what kind of world your children and grandchildren will inherit, there are many things you could do that may contribute to things being less bad than they otherwise might be. I love the quote “Live simply, that others might live”. Choosing a simpler lifestyle could curb consumerism, and contribute to the fast-growing movement for managed degrowth. When considering a purchase, first ask yourself “Do I really need this?” If you do, could you make it yourself, or buy second hand? If replacing a faulty item, ask “could it be mended?”. Having discarded those options and opting to purchase new, buying local reduces the carbon footprint involved when sourcing goods from further afield, and supports local businesses. Growing some of your own produce, or supporting your local Farmers’ Market will give you access to fresh fruit and veggies, greatly reducing the carbon footprint incurred when sourcing more distant supplies. Read labels when shopping at the supermarket; consider the source or origin, and the packaging. According to author George Monbiot, “Switching from a diet that’s high in meat to one entirely based on plants would cut the greenhouse gases from your food by 60%.” Whilst it’s hardly likely everyone would make the switch, it’s worth thinking about when catering for a public event, or when asked to “bring a plate”. However, it’s important to avoid replacing the sandwich filling with out-of-season cucumbers shipped from abroad. Last, but not least, encourage family and friends to follow your example. Helen Dew Wairarapa Hospital Stepping in to make a difference Masterton Hospital has a row of single hospital rooms that are used for patients who are very ill or passing over. However, they are not the best holistic environment for either recovery or passing over, says Maree Mcmanaway from LYF 4U, who found them to be dull, lifeless and a little depressing. She has stepped in to help remedy part of that situation, seeking to create rooms that offer a more soothing healing or passing environment. She has been calling and visiting local businesses to give them the opportunity to donate to this project either with goods, or time. The original project of one room refurbishment has now become three separate projects, with a few appliances extending to the other ward rooms at the hospital. LYF 4U and many other wonderful businesses refurbished a room in July. Maree is now in the process of gathering enough resources to complete a further two rooms and has started a givealittle page to raise $4,890 to purchase six Lazy Boy chairs (at cost) through Bryans Furniture. “It is a vital choice to remain with your loved one, who is passing over, day and night. If the decision is made to stay, these chairs provide somewhere to sleep, in the same room,” says Maree. Please donate if you can at https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/ lyf4u-hospital LYF 4U has also set up a lockable “Care-Cupboard” on the ward. Items will be monitored and distributed by staff on a caseby-case basis to families of patients who are either passing over or very ill, who unexpectedly stay over. This cupboard houses various care products. “Huge thanks go to all the sponsors, donators of time, gifts/paint and materials. May you never need to use this room. yet if you do, know it has been created with 100% love and blessings 4U.” Helen Dew The very top in their field from repaints to full roof restores LOCAL ROOF PAINTING SPECIALISTS Ph Craig on 027 4 251 313 OR 06 304 7931 griffiths8@gmail.com The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023 9

• Children • Adolescents • Adults • Couples www.lizdixoncounselling.com e: info@lizdixoncounselling.com m: 027 494 8475 face-to-face, on-line and phone sessions available. • Qualified and experienced • Safe supportive environment • Confidentiality assured Wairarapa will soon have improved access to palliative care services with the establishment of a newly equipped palliative care room in Carterton. Hospice Wairarapa is collaborating with The Carter Society, which operates Carter Court Rest Home, to renovate a room to provide quality palliative care for those who need it. The room, located at Carter Court Rest Home in Carterton, will undergo a $145,000 renovation funded by Hospice Wairarapa to make it a fit for purpose space. It will have a bedroom, bathroom, family area and kitchenette, as well as a pull-down bed for family use. The room will also have a fully accessible external access, separate from the Carter Court main entrance. Carter Court will provide day to day services and patient care with support from clinical services, including the specialist Wairarapa Kahukura palliative care nursing team. Hospice Wairarapa Chief Executive Gretchen Saulbrey said the $145,000 funding provided by Hospice Wairarapa for the room renovation had been raised by the Wairarapa community and ring fenced for such a service. “The community has been asking us to provide an in-patient palliative service for some time but the cost of establishing and running a standalone facility would have been prohibitive. “This partnership between Hospice Wairarapa and the Carter Society is an innovative approach to solving this problem. We will be able to achieve much more for the community with this money by working together than we would alone. “By working with established health providers with strong links to the health system and our community we are able to offer people improved choice with their end-of-life care decisions, while also ensuring we are setting up this palliative service to be sustainable in the long term.” Ms Saulbrey said locating the palliative care room at Carter Court in Carterton had the added benefit of a central Wairarapa location, access to the Carter Court care team, the specialist Kahukura palliative care nursing team and other medical and social support, while still having a home like environment that is accessible for all. “This room will be used alongside other Wairarapa palliative services coordinated by FOCUS/Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand, but it provides another option for a high level of care that is also designed to be comfortable and welcoming for whanau. “Small things like providing space for whanau to be together, a bed for family members to use and external access to the room will make a big difference to the experience patients and their families have during the end-of-life journey. “We will be working with a small group of clinical experts, iwi representatives, Maori and Pasifika health providers to finalise room design plans to make sure we get this right.” Carter Society Executive Committee Chair, Sharon Parker said Carter Court was delighted to partner with Hospice Wairarapa to deliver the initiative. “Carter Court is a not-for-profit community owned organisation so funding used to renovate this room to provide improved palliative care will directly benefit the Wairarapa community. “Carter Court has a reputation for a skilled and caring team of staff and volunteers dedicated to the wellbeing of our residents and we are proud to be part of delivering this service.” Renovation of the room will begin in September 2023 and is expected to be available for use in early 2024. Gretchen Saulbrey, Chief Executive Hospice Wairarapa, 027 447 2995 Hospice Wairarapa Innovative approach to palliative care services to benefit Wairarapa 10 The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023

63 Main Street Greytown susie@frenchvillage.co.nz 027 270 8122 | 06 370 2336 Enquiries welcome! GREYTOWNPilates “A great habit” 9am 10am 11am 6pm Tue Thu Sat Balance & Flexibility Strengthening Core Core Focused Balance & Flexibility Strengthening Core Lengthen & Strengthen Mats and equipment supplied. $15 casual – $135/10 class ticket. Specialising in: 9 Decks 9 Fences 9 Pergolas 9 Raised Garden Beds Over 25 years Landscaping Experience Free Quotations Carterton is gearing up for another huge weekend in September with the return of the iconic Daffodil Festival on Sunday 10 September, and the Big Wai Art show on 8-10 September. This spring festival is one of New Zealand’s longest running events in our very own daffodil capital which often sees more than 10,000 visitors come to town. People can expect to see all their favourite activities – from daffodil picking at historic Middlerun farm, to steamtrain excursions, the High Street market, and street performances. This is one of Carterton’s biggest social occasions with community groups and businesses coming together to showcase what our district is all about. “We are so grateful for the Daffodil Festival, which is made possible by the Booth family who, through generations, have displayed generosity by sharing their Middlerun farm with our community for daffodil picking,” said Mayor Hon. Ron Mark. “When the weather turns it on, it’s a stunning day for everyone. I never get tired of seeing photos of families and their children sitting in a sea of daffodils, and enjoying watching the steamtrain come in. It’s just a magical day for all.” Festival planners from the Carterton District Council, Plunket, St Johns, Carterton Train Society, Go Carterton, and Carterton Lions have been in full swing behind the scenes ensuring the day is a success for all. The festival runs alongside the Wai Art Show at the Carterton Events Centre, making this is one weekend you won’t want to miss. Organised by the Wai Art Trust, and established in 2006 with the primary aim of supporting and promoting Wairarapa artists, this year’s show will be the trust’s 17th show, spokesperson Anna-Marie Kingsley said. Head to www.cdc.govt.nz/daffodil or facebook.com/cartertondaffodilfestivalnz for more details or visit www.waiart.nz for the Wai Art Show. Get ready for Carterton’s Daffodil Festival 2023 Mayor Ron Mark getting ready for the festival The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023 11

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Hire & Heat Shop 2 Bidwills Cutting Road Ph: 06 304 8196 Winter is here, so now is the time to get your wood supply cut for next year, with our range of chainsaws, log splitters, trailers etc. Come and see us at the Hire and Heat Shop Greytown. Greytown Volunteer Fire Brigade Newest recruit celebrates success And just like that another busy month has been and gone. As always, the Greytown volunteers have been very busy with trainings, meetings and attending emergencies. The brigade wishes to congratulate our newest Fire Fighter, Lee Wereta. Lee passed his recruits course in Rotorua in early August. This is a massive achievement by Lee, who has spent around 12 months training for this course. The brigade also wants to thank Lee’s family for their support and understanding while training and studying. Having another fire fighter in our ranks is a big boost to the brigade and community. On 25 July at 2.29am, the brigade responded to two emergencies within 30 seconds of each other. Due to a paging/ network failure, our siren sounded. Unfortunately, this drew a small number of complaints from within the community. Although this rare occurrence was disruptive to some, the community should sleep easy knowing that 24/7, 365 days a year, you have a fire brigade that is ready to respond to emergencies. Our turnout system is designed with backup systems in place. When there is a fault (like on this occasion), the siren sounds to ensure a response, and it has been several years since the siren has sounded at night. The past month has been a busy one with the brigade responding to 18 emergencies. This has included 2 medical calls, 6 motor vehicle crashes, 4 alarm activations, 2 structure fires, a cover move to Masterton and 2 miscellaneous calls. The brigade has attended around 85 emergency calls this year. For anything brigade related, feel free to contact Chief Fire Officer Seth Rance on 027 461 6391. Keep an eye on our Facebook page for updates. For those on Facebook, you can follow our Facebook page for information and updates for what were up to. For anything else Brigade related, feel free to contact Chief Fire Officer, Seth Rance, on 027 461 6391. Lee Wereta (4th from right) The team Find out more info at www.fireandemergency.nz and stay connected at www.facebook.com/ fireandemergencynz and www.facebook.com/greytownfire The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023 13

When the sun breaks out from behind the clouds on a dismal day and creates a beautiful sunny window, then we know things will go well. Such was the day on 21 July 2023 as nine new citizens pledged their allegiance to King and country. This was the second citizenship ceremony for the year and, as before, it started with a powhiri led by Council’s Pou Maori, Leanne Karauna, and Matua Abe Matenga of Kohunui Marae. It was a meaningful and fitting welcome for our soon-to-be citizens of New Zealand from India, Ireland, Germany, and England. Held at the Waihinga Centre in Martinborough, the ceremony was presided over by mayor Martin Connelly. He spoke of the unique opportunity our new citizens have of walking in the footsteps of the first migrant, Kupe, who also left his home and travelled to these shores. Mayor Connelly encouraged everyone to get to know the history of their adopted country, their community, and to participate in events such as the restoration programme for Wairarapa Moana, as well as enjoy the sights and sounds that make up our beautiful district. The council’s Interim Chief Executive, Paul Gardner, also spoke of how special this moment was for the new citizens, wishing them well in their adopted country that was now home. Council’s Welcoming Communities Advisor, Michaela Lloyd, presented each citizen with their citizenship certificate, and a kowhai tree sapling that marks the beginning of their new journey as citizens. The Welcoming Communities programme addresses how accessible and inclusive our communities are for newcomers – namely recent migrants, former refugees, international students and relocating citizens. The ceremony was also special for the many friends and family members that came to not only witness, but to also give their support and blessings to loved ones as they became citizens. The ceremony was followed by a delectable afternoon tea. South Wairarapa warmly welcomes its latest citizens Council’s Dog Pound wins the LGNZ SuperIdea Award South Wairarapa District Council is humbled by the recognition for its dog pound project. The Council won the SuperIdea category award and was a runner-up for the Supreme award at the Local Government New Zealand SuperLocal conference last week. This is an incredible achievement for our small council. As a territorial authority, we are required to operate a dog pound that provides proper custody and care of impounded dogs. It needs to be economically and animal health-wise sound, and functionally as well as aesthetically pleasing. Through the vision of the Environmental Services Manager, Rick Mead, and his team, we have delivered exactly that. The design is scalable, safe, secure, easy to maintain and comfortable. Housing up to four dogs, the pound uses solar energy as its main power source, collects rainwater to fill the water tanks, and designed to fit within the environs. This ensures a small carbon footprint and an off-the-grid, sustainable structure. Councillor Rebecca Gray who attended the conference said it was wonderful to see how well thought of this initiative was. “The competition was pretty massive and to win our category as well as come second overall in the Supreme Award, was unbelievable. A very proud moment for Council staff.” A robust procurement process was followed; quotes were very time-sensitive, and fluid, especially given the current circumstances faced by the construction industry and the wider inflationary pressures. The projected costs were estimated to be $415,000 excluding contingency, or $456,500 with a 10% contingency included. This amount is just over half of the cheapest option floated as part of a cross-region shared-service. Councils we spoke with at the conference have advised their quotes are in the millions. The brainchild behind the design of the dog pound (located at Soldiers’ Settlement Road North, Featherston) was the Environmental Services Manager. Rick Mead said, “As a small council with limited means, we are often required to achieve the same as other larger councils but working with so much less. To be able to work with like-minded people including staff, elected members and suppliers who understood the vision and supported us to deliver this project is amazing. “I am especially grateful to my team for the extra effort they put in, going above and beyond normal duties to make this happen. As the award presenter said – our entry demonstrated all of the required criteria for this category and that was only possible through the efforts of everyone involved in the project right through to the last lick of paint. We can now fulfil our responsibility to meet and exceed the standards for animal welfare”. Left to right: Gaven Collyer, Elizabeth Blanchfield, Karthik Soundararajan, Arthi Amaravathisamy, Matua Rangi Nelson, Mayor Martin Connelly, Matua Abe Matenga, Richard Hill, Hildegard Mansell, Helen Sargent, Wayne Terry, Daniel Wilmot. L-R: Paul Gardner (interim CE, SWDC), Rick Mead (SWDC), Karen Jones (NZTA) & Rebecca Gray (SWDC Councillor) 14 The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023

Greytown Community Board is looking forward in ways to maintain and improve Greytown and is keen to hear from the Community. In September there will be two opportunities for the Community to provide feedback. The first is for all interested Stakeholders of our Parks and Reserves. There is a meeting planned for 6 September 2023 at the Town Hall from 7-9pm. Invitations to known groups will be extended, but this is also an opportunity for anyone in the community to attend. This will be a combined meeting for all Parks and Reserves, and an opportunity for the users of our parks and reserves to comment on their current states and what is needed going forward. All are warmly invited to attend. In addition, the Greytown Community Board is looking at possibly establishing Community Gardens, and extending the current Arbor Reserve. Information about what is required for both of these to occur will be provided at an informal forum held 27 September 2023 at the Town Hall from 7-9pm, and an opportunity for the community to hear what would be required to establish community gardens, and to offer their opinion as to whether this is something the greater community would like to see progress. Also at this meeting, an expansion of the Arbor Reserve will be explained and community input will be sought on whether this should occur. Greytown has contributed to the significant history of New Zealand. In particular, the first Arbor Day in New Zealand was held in Greytown on 3 July 1890. Our Arbor Reserve, at the southern entrance of Greytown, is a monument to this momentous point in our history, and its future is important. The first meeting to establish a Community Patrol in Greytown has occurred, and plans to move forward to establish a Greytown Community Patrol with Community Patrol NZ continues. We are fortunate to live in such a great and safe town, but to keep our town safe, we have to be proactive in preventive measures such as a regular Community Patrol. Anyone interested in hearing about what this would mean, please contact either Louise Brown louise. brown@swdc.govt.nz or Neil Morison neil.morison@swdc.govt.nz Don’t forget the opportunity to speak with GCB members at the Greytown Community Chat Clinic, details below. Louise Brown, Chair Community Focus Change to Library interim opening hours South Wairarapa community feedback on the new library hours was tabled at the Infrastructure and Community Services meeting of 25 July. Elected members agreed that the new library hours did not meet community expectations so the service offerings are to be reviewed (as posted on Council’s website) by November 2023. A revised interim opening hours schedule is to be implemented that better meets the community’s expectations. The changed library interim opening hours below are effective from 21 August 2023. This will stay in place for the period of the review and a new schedule, if required, put in place then. We know that opening on a Saturday was important to many of those who provided feedback, so we have ensured all three libraries are open from 9.30am to 12pm on a Saturday. We have also simplified the closing days on a weekday and reduced it to just one day a week per site for the period of the review. It should be noted that every effort will be made to keep to this schedule, however, in the case of staff not being available due to planned or unplanned leave, a library site may need to close for a time. Should this happen then we will make sure to let the public know as soon as practicable through the Council’s and the library’s websites and Facebook pages. These library opening hours apply until further notice and will be kept up to date on the Wairarapa Library Service website and on both South Wairarapa and Carterton District Councils’ websites. Thank you to all those who provided feedback. GCB Chat Clinic The GCB is holding a Chat Clinic at the Town Hall SATURDAY 26 August from 10am to 12pm. Come along and discuss ideas, issues, or problems. No need to make an appointment, just pop in. MEDIA STATEMENT 8 August 2023 Change to Library interim opening hours South Wairarapa community feedback on the new library hours was tabled at the Infrastructure and Community Services meeting of 25 July. Elected members agreed that the new library hours did not meet community expectations so the service offerings are to be reviewed (as posted on Council’s website) by November 2023. A revised interim opening hours schedule is to be implemented that better meets the community’s expectations. The changed library interim opening hours below are effective from 21 August 2023. This will stay in place for the period of the review and a new schedule, if required, put in place then. Library Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Featherston Open Open Closed Open Open Open ½ day NA Greytown Open Open Open Closed Open Open ½ day NA Mar�nborough Open Open Open Closed Open Open ½ day NA We know that opening on a Saturday was important to many of those who provided feedback, so we have ensured all three libraries are open from 9.30am to 12pm on a Saturday. We have also simplified the closing days on a weekday and reduced it to just one day a week per site for the period of the review. It should be noted that every effort will be made to keep to this schedule, however, in the case of staff not being available due to planned or unplanned leave, a library site may need to close for a time. Should this happen then we will make sure to let the public know as soon as practicable through the Council’s and the library’s websites and Facebook pages. These library opening hours apply until further notice and will be kept up to date on the Wairarapa Library Service website and on both South Wairarapa and Carterton District Councils’ websites. Thank you to all those who provided feedback. ENDS Media contact: Sheil Priest, General Manager, Communications & Engagement South Wairarapa District Council Mob: 027 252 2863 Email: media@swdc.govt.nz Inner Wheel Club of South Wairarapa We held our monthly dinner meeting at Cobblestones as a morning tea, instead of our usual evening meeting. Our guest speaker was Marquerite Vierstraete, who travelled all the way in from Riversdale. Marquerite spoke about Project ‘Uplift’, and involves collecting and recycling bras to be distributed to disadvantaged women in our community and for women in need overseas. Our Inner Wheel club collects the bras from our local lingerie shop in Greytown. They are washed and sorted, then taken to the M’Lady store in Masterton, where there is a collection box. They are then distributed where needed. The last collection was given to Marquerite who forwarded them on to women in the Pacific islands. This project is just one of the many that our Inner Wheel Club is involved in. The club meets for dinner once a month on the third Wednesday of the month. New members are very welcome. For further information ph 027 671 6227. Maureen Mortensen Supporting women through the perimenopause journey with care and compassion www.karenmaggs.com 021 277 5576 Menopause Educator and Coach The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023 15

Helping people into homes (06) 370 0070 wbs@wbs.net.nz 125 Queen Street, Masterton wbs.net.nz PROUDLY SUPPORTING WAIRARAPA LOCALS AND BUSINESSES SINCE 1873 Kerry and Peter Rice had a long journey to building their rural Wairarapa house. Originally from the UK, they came to New Zealand in 2008, renting before building their first home. Looking for a challenge, they renovated another home, then built again, this time in Upper Hutt. Peter’s job meant he was spending a lot of time in Wairarapa and he loved the district so they decided to move here. When it came to sorting finance for their new build in rural Carterton, they looked at a number of options, but WBS came out on top. “They were absolutely fantastic. We looked at using our bank but it was so hard to talk to anyone that wasn’t based in Auckland. We contacted WBS and the CEO came out to our section, had a look and said, ‘Yes, I think we can help you.’ Why borrow or save with WBS? We’re proudly local Our profits don’t go offshore We invest back into the local community We’ve been helping local businesses, families and our community achieve their goals for 150 years. We provide quality investment and loan solutions that are tailored to your needs. Give us a call or better still, drop into our office at 125 Queen Street, Masterton. We’d love to see you. When Kerry and Peter dreamed of a new build, we helped make it a reality. 1 Year fixed-rate Ts and Cs apply Home Loan Rate 6.85% p.a. “Dealing with WBS was easy. When you ring up you go straight through to someone who can help, and they get back to you the same day. They were amazing!” PROUDLY SUPPORTING WAIRARAPA LOCALS AND BUSINESSES 16 The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023

South Wairarapa Rotary Club South Wairarapa community to benefit from Rotary Fair funds The new financial year for the South Wairarapa Rotary has begun and our four committees have been allocated funds from the 2023 Martinborough Fairs to be spent over the next 12 months. After the success of the 2023 February and March Martinborough Fairs, Rotary has been left with a post Fair profit of $80,000 for distribution into the South Wairarapa community, over the coming year. Our new President, Glenn Todd was responsible for setting the annual budget for community funding for each of the four committees. Our four committees responsible for the distribution of the funds are Youth & Older People led jointly by Leigh Hay and Lindsey Ward; Community led by Glenis Sutherland; Environment led by John Bushell and International led by Ruth Langlands. In addition to the Committee funds, there are special community and Rotary projects which receive money from the Fair funds. These special projects include – two annual Bursaries for Kuranui students; Outward Bound for one student; other youth initiatives and this year there has been funds set aside for a Primary Industries Bursary. There is also a Disaster Fund set as part of the budget, which earlier this year we donated to Tinui and Hawkes Bay for flood relief. Other recipients of our funds are the two Foodbanks in Featherston and Martinborough and ongoing support for Wharekaka. Since Covid the student exchange has not taken place, but we are hopeful that we can resurrect this sometime in the future. One of our major projects this year will be to support the Carterton Youth Village for the installation of a new bathroom. We are also applying for a Rotary District Grant to assist the village. Leigh and Lindsey are working together on this project. If you know of a local organisation or other community group who require funding to assist with a specific project or other need, please contact one of our committees via our website www.swrotary. org and click on Funding and Grants. Vivienne O’Reilly, Martinborough Fair convenor with Rotary President, Glenn Todd Tree reductions & removals Pruning & Trimming Hedging & Shaping Stump grinding & Storm Damage Qualified Wairarapa Arborist specialising in: TREE SERVICES Free no obligation quotes! Andy Traill – 0274509207 traill@live.com The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023 17

Festival attracts a record 50,000 people to Greytown Thousands came out and enjoyed the snowfall and sparkly lights, fireworks and acrobatics, delicious food and mulled wine, Matariki celebrations, markets and live entertainment. Our bars, restaurants and cafés were super-busy, and people shopped up a storm in our fabulous stores. But the biggest take out was joy. An abundance of it. Despite an increase in international travel and a noticeable downturn in the economy, the 2023 Festival of Christmas was a huge success. It attracted more numbers to our region than ever before, providing happiness, free entertainment, and a much needed boost to the local economy. An estimated 50,000 locals and visitors attended the festival during the month of July, creating a significant spike right across the Wairarapa for accommodation providers, retailers and the hospitality sector, at what would otherwise be a quiet time of year. The festival was a vehicle for family and friend reunions, and enabled Greytown’s clubs, schools, volunteers and community to get involved in numerous ways, and share our town with visitors under a banner of fun and festivity. Comments have been pouring in from all over the country: “Our family shared a fantastic fun time, thank you,” said Jan Hutchison, from Paraparaumu Beach. “This is just a magical and beautiful event! Stayed at Westwood House with family and enjoyed Greytown’s festival for my 60th Birthday. Thank you for the memories,” said Kareen Kelsen. “Travelled from Auckland two years in a row now just to enjoy this. Such a fantastic town – I love you Greytown,” said Kim Posner. “Fabulous event! Enjoyed all the entertainers, hospitality, wonderful winterland atmosphere, yummy food and mulled wine – thank you Greytown folk!” said Deb Mills from Porirua. “Absolutely stunning vibe and winter festival grand finale Saturday night in Greytown. Magic, and thanks to all who worked so hard to make it such a memorable family event.” Lorrain Katterns from Masterton. “The Festival of Christmas has a real point of difference,” says Nick Rogers, trustee of Country Village Heaven, Greytown’s business promotion group. “There are plenty of winter festivals and light festivals around the country, but the mid-winter Christmas theme invokes a sense of magic, and has become a celebration of kiwi togetherness. We’ve already had numerous visitors asking the dates for next year, so they can book now to come back. 2023 nearly didn’t happen due to a scarcity of funds, so we are very thankful for the major funders and small businesses that put money in to make it happen. Now we have a huge task of finding financial support to keep it going in 2024.” Anyone interested in partnering with the 2024 festival can email the organisers at festivalofchristmas@gmail.com 18 The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023

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With many sports seasons drawing to a close in the coming weeks, we have a lot to be proud of with Greytown teams representing our community well throughout the season, and some awesome performances in their respective competitions. It is also great to see the supporters out there each and every week supporting their kids and family members across all the sports in their Greytown colours. Very soon summer sport clubs will be getting prepared for their seasons and we look forward to providing updates on all those available to the community. Thank you to our winter club volunteers who have worked tirelessly to ensure that your members can enjoy their sports over a trying winter season, dealing with the vagaries of the weather and the condition of our grounds. Without these wonderful volunteers who turn up week in and week out, these sports opportunities would not be available to us, so thank you! If you are interested in volunteering for a club or getting involved in the community, there are plenty of clubs within Greytown that would love to have some help. Please feel free to pop into my office for a chat about these clubs and how you might be able to help. Rosie Swanson, Executive Officer Greytown Community Sport and Leisure Society PO Box 106, Greytown, 5742 89 Main Street, Greytown, 5712 P: (06) 304 8310 | M: 027 278 9400 greytownsport@xtra.co.nz | www.greytownsport.org.nz www.facebook.com/GreytownSportLeisure Love Greytown? Love sport and recreation? Love us on Facebook! VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH – AUGUST 2023 This month we are celebrating Ray Loader. The GFC Gems womens team have been lucky enough to have Ray Loader as their coach. He’s given up his valuable time to train the Gems, not only on Wednesday evenings, but also to help manage the team on game days, along with Pete Sykes. Ray has many years under his belt of playing high level football, and he still gets his boots out for some Masters tournaments, along with the GFC Sunday kick arounds during off season. Ray has also helped at Kuranui college with coaching some of the boys’ football teams. The Gems are very fortunate to have Ray, so we hope they haven’t scared you off ‘Ray Ray’, and you’ll be back next season. Thanks again Ray (and Pete) for all the work that you do. Also, a big thank you to Ray’s wife, Jennifer, as we know committing to the Gems means he is away from home more often. Thanks Ray for your commitment to the Gems, it is very much appreciated. Greytown Bowling Club It’s a quiet time of the year for bowlers, waiting in anticipation for warmer weather and the start of the new season. Our No 1 Green continues to improve and is looking in wonderful shape. Thanks to Darren and his helpers for preparing and nurturing what will undoubtedly be the finest grass Green in the Wairarapa. Opening Day for the 2023-24 season will be Sunday 17 September 2023, but more about that in the September issue of the Greytown Grapevine. However we do wish to advise that visitors and those interested in finding out a bit more about the ‘noble game of lawn bowls’ will be very welcome on the day. Our final formal occasion for the current season is the club’s AGM (our 120th) on Sunday 27 August, at which a new Board will be elected to steer us through the new season. 20 The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023

The ‘Team Greytown’ section of the Greytown Grapevine is coordinated by the Greytown Sport and Leisure Society. The Society would particularly like to recognise the generous support provided by Lamb-Peters Print and Greytown Trust Lands Trust to sport and leisure activities in our community. And many thanks to everyone that supplies images of our athletes in action. Greytown Netball Club Business end for senior netball Our Seniors have finished Round 2 and now gearing up for some big games. We have 3 out of 5 teams fighting for a spot in their grade final. Greytown Holmes Construction take on CNC Jo Kelly and Co Gold in the Premier 3 Semi-Final; while we have an all Greytown Semi in the Senior 2 grade: Greytown Eden Skye v Greytown @ Hand Therapy. Our two Premier 4 teams, Greytown Property Brokers and Greytown Hotel Top Pub, are going head to head in their last seasonal game. With the season nearing the end we would like to acknowledge our committed club umpires. Here at GNC we roll a little different, and this is something we are very proud of! We collate a pool of ‘committed umpires’ at the beginning of each year; these umpires then cover ALL of the clubs umpiring duties over the weekend. Not only do they umpire our games, they help mentor our up-and-coming committed umpires across the year. #dreamteam. An extra shout out to our Umpire Coordinator, Tessa Kennedy, who runs this well-oiled ship on a weekly basis! Junior netball And that’s a wrap. The Greytown Junior Netball season is officially over and what a season it was. Our top team, Fresh Choice, made the semis in the Masterton Tuesday night comp. Competition is tougher up there, so this is no mean feat. The Aces made the final and were pipped at the post by a strong Southern team. The girls played well and have had a really great season, going from strength to strength. Well done girls. We had two Greytown teams – the Comets and Bullets – play each other for third and fourth, the Comets came away with a strong win in this game. Our Dream Team years 5 and 6 played a round robin. We can confirm they had a fun last game and played some great netball. Our Fevers team played their hearts out this season and took out their grade. The smallest of our club, the Emeralds, had a fab season. Playing netball for the first time is no easy task and these girls and boys have come such a long way since their first practice, we are very proud. We would like to thank our netball coaches that turn up to training and games for these girls. Also shout out to our sponsors – The Offering and Fresh Choice. And huge respect for all our players, and a sad farewell to our year 8 players who leave our club this year. A huge hug and thank you to Roze Doherty who has her last year in the Junior Committee. She has been a huge part of the junior club for many years. The hours and time she has put in has made the club what it is today. You are awesome Roze! Senior netball See you on the courts in 2024! Greytown Rugby Club With unprecedented growth in playing numbers, numerous coaching clinics, holiday programmes, festivals, specialised in-school coaching, star attractions and a FIFA Legacy programme, it’s been a busy year for GJFC. Over 160 boys and girls have enjoyed playing each Saturday. Wellington Phoenix Pre-Academy Centre (PAC) runs every term for boys and girls aged 8-12. The 2023 programme has been very well supported, and the Skills Centre is available for more football coaching from qualified coaches, Steve Carlin and Radha McGlashan. Greytown JFC has also been running a ‘Football in Schools’ programme in the Wairarapa via our development coaches. The Club’s holiday programmes have been a huge hit, popular awesome holiday fun for kids. Thrills, spills, energy and heartache as kids play in the mini-world cup tournaments, win prizes in the skills challenges, with star appearances from former All Whites stars Rory Fallon, Ben Sigmund, and former Wellington Phoenix star Paul Ifill running sessions through the year. An important part of the overall programme has been the Coach Education sessions, delivered by Greytown JFC, come about due to the support of Trust House who have funded this programme. It has been implemented to ‘coach our parent and volunteer community coaches’, in order to help enable them to deliver fun and effective sessions for their players. The programme was run in conjunction with Carterton Junior Soccer club. GJFC has also formed an alliance with Petone FC, resulting in their Youth Development Coach Ryan Edwards coming over the hill to assist with the Coach Development sessions. Much of the programme and football content has been done with the support of sponsors including Trust House, Air Rescue Services, Jennian Homes. Possibly the highest profile programme is a legacy from the recent Women’s World Cup tournament and it is called “Fantails”. GJFC were proud to have recently been chosen as the regional hub for the NZ Football FIFA World Cup legacy programme “Fantails” which is running throughout terms 3 and 4. An allgirls skills centre aimed at young girls with no or limited football experience and who would like to give it a go in a fun, friendly and non-intimidating environment – our future Football Ferns! The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023 21

Greytown Scouts We were proud to award Ella Butler-Peck and Annalise Smith the Chief Scout Award this month, earned by achieving a number of goals including planning their own trip to Auckland, volunteering in the community and researching a range of current issues. Our target for getting 13 Scouts to the Jamboree in Hamilton at the end of the year is now in sight. This month, we ran a wood raffle, kindly donated by the Greytown Lions. Thanks to all those people who supported us by purchasing tickets. We had to postpone our Zappo Magic Show fundraiser, so this will now be held at the Town Centre on Sunday, 12 November at 10am and then again at 2pm. Bring along your tamariki (or mokopuna) and enjoy the magic! A huge thanks to Zappo for donating his time and talent. With the weather slowly improving, it’s time to get onto some garden maintenance. Scouts are keen to do odd jobs around your home to help pay for the Jamboree. If you have a job that a group of Scouts could tackle, such as stacking firewood, weeding, moving rocks or washing windows, then let Rachel Butler-Peck know on 021 207 8770 or butlerpeckr@gmail.com. If you price the job, we’ll send the Scouts to you to complete the work. If your young person is interested in joining Cubs, Scouts or Venturers, email greytown@group.scouts.nz to find out more. Kia Kaha Hockey The regular season has come to an end and both the Comvita Men’s and Comvita Women’s teams are finals bound. The Comvita Kia Kaha Women have played with passion and determination all year. Results have not always gone their way losing a few games by narrow margins. They played their semi-final against top of the table, Gladstone, on Saturday 12 August at 4pm The Comvita Kia Kaha Men have dominated the regular season, going through undefeated and sit nine points clear on top of the table. The men have proven to have strengths across the field, with four joint leading goal scorers, and only conceding seven goals for the entire season. They played their semi-final against Carterton Vets on Saturday 12 August at 12.30pm. The club had a senior prize giving and breakup on Saturday 19 August at The Top Pub in Greytown. Ella Butler-Peck and Annalise Smith were awarded the Chief Scout Award this month Wairarapa Spitfires The Wairarapa Spitfires Baseball Club is on the hunt for a dedicated individual to volunteer as our Club’s Treasurer. This role is vital in ensuring that we meet our compliance obligations as an incorporated society. Key responsibilities will include being a signatory for banking, compiling our annual financial statement, and overseeing our annual returns. We want to stress that this role is not overwhelming, involving less than 100 transactions annually. Our formal commitments consist of just two meetings a year – our committee meeting and the AGM. The ideal candidate will have some accounting background or qualifications, ensuring that we stay aligned with our constitutional rules. If you’re looking for a way to contribute to our vibrant community and have the requisite skills, we’d be thrilled to hear from you! Greytown Tennis Club Greytown tennis Club AGM is on 3 September at 3pm at the club house. Our lovely tennis club is small and run by a few committee volunteers. We are looking for a new treasurer, secretary and someone to be to go between with the coaching team – Red Clay Tennis Martinborough (no coaching involved). We meet every second month for an hour, and have a working bee once a year, so a small commitment. If you are looking to be involved in your community, enjoy tennis, and want to join a small friendly club and committee please be in touch. All members welcome to attend the AGM and bring new ideas and energy to the club. Greytown Tennis Club 1905 22 The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023

Wednesday 8.30 – 3.30 Before School Checks 16th only 10.30 – 12.30 Wisdom & Wellbeing 12.30 – 3pm CAPNZ Money Course 23rd & 30th 11 – 1pm Age Concern 23rd only 2 – 4pm Ukulele 7pm start Featherston Community Board 9th only 7.30 – 8.15pm Pop Quiz 9th & 23rd Tuesday 9 – Noon Mayor’s Office 1st, 15th & 29th 9 – Noon MTFJ (Mayor’s Taskforce for Jobs) 9 – 4pm Ears to You 29th only 9.30 -10.30 Mirere PT Session 1st only 10 – 2pm Stroke Foundation 15th only 11 – 3pm Community Law 8th only 5 – 7.30pm BCITO Apprentices 7 – 8.30pm Wāhine Singers Friday 9 – 10am Mireie PT Session 1st only 10 – Noon Friday Knitters and Crafters 10 – 12.30pm Feminine Business Connection 18th only 12.30 – 2.30 CAPNZ Debit Management Coach Saturday 9am – 10am Feldenkrais ON HOLD 10am – Noon Toy Library 10.15 – 11.15 Koha Yoga 11.15 – 12.15 Koha Yoga for Kids Sunday 7 – 9pm Narcotics Anonymous Community Centre and Support Hub 14 Wakefield Street, Featherston info@fcc.nz Monday 11 – 3pm Fab Feathy Ᾱtaahua Pae tū Mōkai 12 -1pm Feldenkrais ON HOLD 1 – 4pm Mah Jong 1 – 4pm Senior’s Cards 7 – 8pm Beautification Group 21st only Thursday 9.30 – 12.30 IRD Compliance 17th only 10 – 11am Feldenkrais ON HOLD 10.30– Noon Cancer Society Support Group 10h only 10 – Noon APM Workcare 3rd, 17th & 31st 10 – Noon Neurodiverse Support Group 17th only 11 – 1pm Age Concern 23rd only 11.30 – 3pm Building Financial Capabilities 11.30 – 1pm Book Group 3rd only 1.30 – 3.30pm Digital Seniors 6.30 – 7.30pm Belly Dance for Beginners 7 – 8pm SW Branch of the Labour Party 7.30 – 8.30pm Alcoholics Anonymous Casual hire available. Mental Health Services available (times not advertised). Community grants open for application The Creative Communities Scheme and Creative Communities Scheme Festival Funds support and encourage local communities to create and present diverse opportunities for accessing and participating in arts activities. Applications for the August funding round are now open and close Wednesday 30 August 2023. Through the South Wairarapa District Council’s Community and Youth Grant, we support one-off and ongoing activities. By providing direct financial assistance, Council can support shared objectives, be a catalyst for positive change, deliver value for money to ratepayers, and help to sustain a thriving and independent community. Applications for the August funding round are now open and close Thursday 31 August. Forms and guidance for grant applications are available from the South Wairarapa libraries, Council reception in Martinborough or on the website at: www.swdc.govt.nz/grants South Wairarapa District Council 063069611enquiries@swdc.govt.nzSouth Wairarapa District Council 06 306 9611 enquiries@swdc.govt.nz Friends of O’Connor’s Bush Greytown Soldiers’ Memorial Park Conservation Calling – Kei te mahi tatou mo te taiao – Communities Working Together for Nature The Friends are a small friendly group who do practical conservation work in O’Connor’s Bush, a miraculous surviving native lowland forest remnant, a jewel of the Memorial Park. We are always keen to have new members of our group help us maintain and enhance this unique community asset. The level of conservation work is suitable to various age groups with differing levels of fitness. The Friends are due to gather on Saturday 9 September 2023 at 10am. Please meet at the Walkway entrance to the Bush on Kuratawhiti Street. Arbor Week Planting in the Bush on Saturday 8 July 2023 The photo shows, from left, Neil, Sue and Colleen planting a kahikatea/white pine donated by long time Arbor Day attendee and conservation supporter, Diedre Ellims. It was a wet, cool winter morning and numbers attending were low, but the long established tradition of Greytown Arbor day planting in the Bush continued. We repeated last year’s planting by putting in Deidrie’s kahikatea near the water race where it exits the Bush. In fact, at least 20 years ago, there were similar plantings in this particular area of the Bush and those kahikatea are now well established. Enquiries Frank Minehan, 027 252 1084 Arbor Week Planting in the Bush on Saturday 8 July 2023 The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023 23

Studio 73 is proving to be a great home for Greytown Little Theatre (GLT) since we purchased it from the Order of St John in December 2021. However, the building has some limitations and requires seismic strengthening and improvements to bring it up to the building code. Resource consent has been granted and we intend to get cracking on the work in 2024. When the building was first constructed more then 60 years ago, the community fundraised and donated to make the premises possible. Today, we are asking the community to help the building come alive again for its new purpose. Several donors have already come on board, which is encouraging. We are applying to major funders like Lottery Community Facilities and will undertake fundraising events over the summer. The project GLT plans to seismically strengthen the existing studio and this will entail gutting the interior to complete the strengthening work. The building will be re-lined with insulation and sound proofing (from road noise) installed. A large storage cupboard will be built to enable GLT some storage of their equipment and there will be plenty of room for our regular community users to store their equipment as well. A 97m2 extension will be built and this will house new toilets, kitchenette, backstage area for theatre needs and a small foyer space. The new entrance to Studio 73 will be by a short walkway located adjacent to existing studio and council toilet facilities. There will be no fixed seating. There will be little change to the exterior of the existing Studio. This upgrade and extension will provide a more usable space for GLT and the numerous community members who use the studio, and it will improve the building to meet current building codes. Please support the Studio 73 upgrade project. John Gilberthorpe, President Greytown Little Theatre Plans a-foot for the home of Greytown Little Theatre Artists impression of Studio 73 extension. Most of the extension will not be viewable from the footpath as it will be obscured by the SWDC toilet facilities. Studio 73 is an invaluable space in the heart of Greytown, used for a variety of events, plays, music and the arts John Gilberthorpe, President of GLT receiving a donation for the upgrade project from the Thursday Tai Chi Group, a group that has been meeting regularly in Studio 73 (formerly St John Hall) for many years Greytown Little Theatre is seeking cash donations for the upgrade and extension to Studio 73 (formerly the home of the Order of St John) Diamond Donor ($5,000+).......................................................dollars Gold Donor ($1,000+)........................................................dollars Silver Donor ($500+)...........................................................dollars Bronze Donor ($250+)...........................................................dollars Other ..............................................................................dollars Name: ........................................................................................................................... Email: ........................................................................................................................... Phone: ........................................................................................................................... When making a donation, donors should email: greytownlittletheatrenz@gmail.com with your details as outlined, or scan this page and email to us. Payments can be made by a direct credit to Greytown Little Theatre Society Inc, bank account with BNZ Carterton: 020–640–0011728–00 Please include your name and the word DONOR in the reference field. All donors will be issued with a receipt for tax purposes. The Greytown Little Theatre Society Inc Charitable Trust number is CC34556. You may be eligible for a tax credit. Names of the Diamond, Gold, Silver and Bronze donors will be recorded on a Supporters Board in the new foyer of Studio 73. If you would like more details on the project, or to discuss the donor scheme, please contact John Gilberthorpe on 027 458 6126. Yes I/we wish to support the appeal by becoming a: Thank you for your support. 24 The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023

Greytown Early Years Matariki celebrations Thank you to all our whanau who came and celebrated Matariki with us in July. It is always such a magical evening that our teachers and tamariki look forward to each year. Our evening started with the children and whanau arriving to a warm fire and the magic of twinkling lights dotting our outdoor area, we then gathered together and opened our evening with our karakia. In the weeks leading up to Matariki, the children had been practicing their waiata in preparation for our special performance which consisted of “Matariki Macarena”, “Tutira Mai Nga Iwi” and “Kapo Kapo Nga Whetu”. This year we were blessed to have wonderful guitar playing by one of our parents, the talented Pip – this added a special element to the nga tamariki waiata. After the performance we gathered together to enjoy some soup and bread together. The Greytown Menzshed woodturners group turn out wonderful pieces of objets d’art and other more practical items. All done by the men and women whose product of great skill and creativity is world class. Some of the pieces have been created as commissioned works for significant occasions and would be prized by anyone. The finish is sometimes not even the appearance of wood, but gives the impression of other materials like metal and stone. The woodturners at the Greytown Menzshed have been turning lumps of wood into useful, practical and art pieces since the Shed was established. Over the years they have gained the necessary qualification to teach the subject as part of their development. The turners spend many hours in the shed honing their skills, and have developed the highest levels of health and safety practices to ensure that the wood dust, which can be quite dangerous if inhaled, is extracted from the workplace. If anyone in the area is interested to know more about the fine art of woodturning, we encouraged you to come to the Greytown Menzshed to talk to the woodturners and discover what your hidden talents might reveal. The Greytown Menz Shed opens every Wednesday and Saturday between 9 am and noon. Greytown Menz Shed Turn, turn, turn – at Greytown Menzshed Wooden turned teapot for a gift Assorted wig stands The above bowl was commissioned and presented at the opening of the new cycle bridge across the Tauherenikau river 027 288 8166 matt@mtbuilding.co.nz • New Builds • Renovations • Alterations • Decks • Repairs & Maintenance The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023 25

We are located in the beautiful Five Rivers Medical facility at the southern end of Greytown, alongside a multitude of fantastic service providers. — Family healthcare GP, NP and nursing services — Adult and child immunisations — Before-school checks — Drivers Licence, employment and insurance medicals — Quit Smoking — Sexual Health & Contraception — Palliative Care — Accident & Emergency care — Mental Health care — Long term, chronic conditions management — Diabetic care — Minor Surgery — Maternity care — ECGs — Well Child checks — Spirometry & Respiratory management SERVICES A dedicated team of skilled health professionals caring for the community. CONTACT OPENING HOURS 8am–5pm MON, TUES, THURS, FRI 8am–7pm WED 30 Bidwills Cutting Road, Greytown P: 06 304 9012 E: reception@greytownmedical.co.nz www.greytownmedical.co.nz Talk to us about registering for Manage My Health today. Order your scripts online, view your medications and medical history. Greytown Medical Centre Greytown Trust Lands Trust Community funding We received nine applications in the recent community funding round for activities and projects in the areas of social, cultural and environmental wellbeing. The amount available for distribution was $15,000. Trustees evaluated applications received and awarded funding to six community groups. • Papawai Mangarara Stream Catchment Group – $2,000 • St Lukes Anglican Church – Music and Movement $1,500 • Wellington Free Ambulance – $5,000 • Greytown Food Bank – $2,500 • Carter Court Incorporated – $3,000 • Greytown Heritage Trust – $1,000 Trustees were pleased to be able to support Wellington Free Ambulance with a contribution of $5,000 towards the new Wairarapa Station build. “It provides a vital service for our community and we were pleased to be in a position to support WFA,” said Phil Holden, Trust Chair. Annual General Meeting The Trust held its 151st AGM on Tuesday 8 August at Greytown Fire Station. This was a change of venue from the usual Town Hall, and was well received by the 26 attendees. Thank you to those people from the community that came along, and to the fire brigade for allowing us to use their space. This year we produced an Annual Report to better communicate and inform our results and activity. This report, the full audited performance report for the year ended 31 March 2023, and a copy of the presentation made on the night, are available to download on our website or printed copies are available from the Trust office at 124 Main Street, Greytown. The evening concluded with presentations to the six community grant funding recipients. We would like to thank the representatives from those groups for taking the time to come along and for all the work they do in our community. Boardroom for hire The Greytown Trust Lands boardroom, located in our administration building at 124 Main Street, Greytown (opposite the White Swan) is now available to the public for casual daytime hire. The boardroom has table seating for eight, wi-fi, large screen TV and camera for video conferencing, and a whiteboard. Kitchen facilities are available. For further information email admin@ greytowntrustlands.org.nz. For information on any of the above, please contact Helga Perry, Trust Manager on 0274 517 011, email admin@ greytowntrustlands.org.nz or visit our website www.greytowntrustlands.org.nz Cheryl Watson, Wellington Free Ambulance Community Liaison Officer 26 The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023

Greytown Medical 06 304 9012 www.greytownmedical.co.nz Greyscale Ultrasound 06 601 3401 www.greyscaleultrasound.co.nz The Physio Spot 0800 842 749 www.thephysiospot.co.nz Healthfit Collective 04 979 9056 www.healthfitcollective.co.nz Easy Ear Care 027 478 8492 www.easyearcare.co.nz Mole Map 0800 665 362 www.molemap.co.nz Tu Ora Compass Health www.tuora.org.nz Te Whatu Ora District Nurses 06 946 9827 Wellington SCL 06 304 9012 Bookings made through Greytown Medical Richard Evans Vascular Services 0800 45 45 88 www.revascular.co.nz Five Rivers Medical Directory of Services South Wairarapa Rebus Club At our next meeting on 25 August, the Guest Speaker is Hon Ron Mark, Mayor of Carterton, and Minister of Defence for Jacinda Ardern’s coalition government from 2017 to 2020. Our July meeting was addressed by Chris Peterson, ex-Wairarapa district councillor, who introduced Taking the Jump, a recent European approach to local action to control climate change based on behavioural science. Most people by now understand that global and local climates are changing rather more quickly than many of us expected. We are experiencing the rapidly increasing rate of change that is inherent in exponential progression with positive feedback from year to year. Realistically, by far the greater part of what is required to counteract this must happen at international, national and local government level, largely outside our immediate and personal control. But it has been an issue on the global, national and local “to do” list for the last 20 years. Someone, somewhere, somehow should be doing something about it! A New Zealand study last year, by global market research company, Ipsos, revealed 72% of Kiwis stated that if individuals don’t act now, they will be failing future generations. This aligns with local sentiment, particularly in the wake of cyclone Gabrielle earlier this year, but many of us feel powerless and confused about what we can do at a local and personal level. Where do we start? Chris told us that: “Taking the Jump is an evidence-based, international programme that looks at what can we do, that is within our power as ordinary citizens, to handle. It starts wherever you’re at. It is non-judgmental, practical, constructive, no great hassle – and empowering.” The Nelson/Tasman regional group has been figuring out a measure of the change needed locally to keep global temperature increase to not more than 1.5°C. The target they have set is to reduce the region’s long-lived carbon (CO2 and N2 O) emissions by 8% a year, year on year, until 2030. The aim of Take the Jump is to develop and encourage behaviour change, not to go back to the Stone Age, just finding a balance. Less consumption can mean more contentment. Less stuff more joy. Visit www.takethejump.org.nz for more information. We are a community of senior and retired people from the Greytown, Carterton, Featherston and Martinborough regions, who meet in the South Wairarapa Working Men’s Club at 9.45am on the fourth Friday of each month. Visitors in our senior age group are welcome to attend meetings. Please introduce yourself at the door from the rear carpark or contact John Reeve 021 560 461. David J Woodhams The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023 27

The event of the month was the South Wairarapa 8-Ball Pool Singles Tournament held over the weekend of 5 and 6 August at the club. From a full field of 80 players from around the North Island, the results were: Trophy Flight Winner, Mickey Snowdon with Jane Wood runner-up; Trophy Winner, Hayden Craill with Billy Smith runner-up; Championship Flight Winner, Ray Banks with Robbie Burns runner-up. The overall Championship Main Winner was Dean Garnett, with Phil Brazier runner-up. We would like to acknowledge and thank the organisers Angela and Andy Heaphey, controller Karen Burns. Thanks to sponsors of the tables Shalari Lingerie & Boutique, White Swan Hotel, NCS-Audette, Stumpy’s Bar, Heaphey Billards (who provided the tables), the club’s sporting adjuncts, and several individual club members. On Saturday night, Jason Ireland, a one-man-band music experience, utilised the very best in modern lighting, special effects technology and digital sound, entertained our guests. There was a good crowd with many heating up the dance floor! Several club members were in the field, with Andrew Campbell making the semi-finals of the Championship Main. The Super Sports pairs were also held recently with winners Tom Bateman and Adrian Tregurtha, over Jess Clapp and Barry Bayliss. The TAB are due to remove our the TAB from the club by the end of the year and replace it with a machine. The apparent reason is that we are not generating enough revenue, so please use it. A Punter’s Club is programmed for 9 September and Melbourne Cup Day in November. Just a reminder that our Magic Fryer installed in bar is available for bar meals whenever the dining room is closed. Tuesday Club: We play cards every Tuesday at 1.30pm. We have several Bridge players, so if you prefer to play Bridge, why not come along and join them. Club 60: Club 60, our senior members’ adjunct, has this month’s meeting on Monday 28 August at 1.30pm. Pool: Our adjunct competitions continue with recent results being 9-Ball pairs won by Jess Clapp and John Goodwin, with Tom Bateman and Max Higgison runners-up. The Over 60’s pairs won by Tom Bateman and John Crowley over Cliff Grimwood and Dave Murray. Welcome to the South Wairarapa Workingmans’ Club Monthly South Wairarapa Workingmen’s Club Join this Club and Enjoy; * Family Dining on Saturday & Sunday Evenings (including Sunday Roast) * Full TAB facilities * A Wednesday Night Membership Cash Draw * Wednesday and Friday Night Raffles *Large Big Screen projection TV for all that Sky Sport * Reduced Membership Rates for over 60’s * Reduced Membership Rates for 18-24 year olds * 3 Full size snooker tables * 3 Pool tables *10 Dart boards * An Education & Welfare Trust to help out financially * Reciprocal Visiting Rights to over 300 NZ Clubs * Reciprocal Visiting Rights to Queensland & Western Australia Clubs * Modern Bar Facilities * A Very Friendly Atmosphere * Live Entertainment Members, Affiliated Members, & Guests Welcome “Your Comfort & Enjoyment is the Goal of Our Team” Phone 304 9448. Email swwmc@wise.net.nz Wairarapa Library Service New opening hours After feedback from the community, Greytown Library will now reopen every Monday and Saturday with operating hours as follows, effective from Monday 21 August 2023: Monday 9.30am – 5pm Tuesday 9.30am – 5pm Wednesday 9.30am – 5pm Thursday CLOSED Friday 9.30am – 5pm Saturday 9.30am – 12pm With new books arriving regularly, you can be sure to pick up a great read for yourself and your family. Ask us about installing and using the Libby app so you can access thousands of books and magazines from home or when you’re on the move. And while you’re at the Library, make use of the free public computers to check your emails or do some printing. Greytown Library also functions as a Council service centre – you can come in to pay your rates, register your dog, and even buy rubbish bags. As a community hub, we host regular clinics that offer various kinds of assistance. A Justice of the Peace is available every second and fourth Tuesday of the month between 11am-1pm. If you’re having technical problems with your device, Digital Seniors is on hand from 1.30-3.30pm every Tuesday (call 0800 373 646 if you would like to make an appointment rather than wait). Wairarapa Community Law offers free legal information and advice on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 1-3pm. So, if you’re new to Greytown, or if it’s been some time since your last visit, come in and find out the many services (and books!) we offer. Hand-crafted concrete plant pots, water features & concrete furniture. Carterton formedbyhand.com 021 0224 4174 28 The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023

DUCKETT FUNERALS Est. 2020 (06) 377 0231 Your only locally owned and operated funeral home, by South Waira r apa lo c a l resident s who are passionate about s erving our c ommunity . #SUPPORTLOCAL localbuilders builtright Our mission is to work closely with our clients from the initial design stages through to completion, ensuring that all expectations are met. www.localbuilders.co.nz 027 693 6591 • Renovations • New Builds • Design & Build • Decks and Landscaping • Pools To find out more on how we can help you please visit our website. The Official Opening of Te Whare Taiao o Manukura Matariki Celebrations at Pukaha culminated on Friday 14 July with the official opening of Te Whare Taiao o Manukura – a new environment & ecology education centre in the heart of the ngahere. We invited 250 of our key supporters that helped turn this 20 year vision into a reality, to celebrate the momentous occasion with us. What a day it was! A Powhiri welcomed guests onto Te Whare Wananga o Whatonga (the new wharenui). Speeches were led by Kaumatua Mike Kawana. Tararua and Masterton District Mayors were in attendance and the honourable Minister Kieran McAnulty had the honor of unveiling a plaque that read “The fulfilment of a long held dream for our tamariki and mokopuna. Hand in hand we will tell the stories of the past and prepare our people to be great kaitiaki and to be great tupuna.” Rangitane led a kapa haka performance on the steps of the new whare that echoed through the ngahere. Symbolic, as this new whare is a place of significance for both Rangitane o Tamaki nui-aRua & Rangitane o Wairarapa. Pukaha National Wildlife Centre’s onsite carvers (of Rangitane iwi) have carvings that light up and adorn the new wharenui. The whare will also be a place for tamariki/children to come and learn about the great forest of Whatonga and all its inhabitants, while staying in the onsite accommodation. Te Whare Taiao o Manukura will also cater facilities for schools, community and business organisations. Emily Court, General Manager of Pukaha National Wildlife Centre said “This great day marks a new era for Pukaha National Wildlife Centre and we are excited for what the future holds. Te Whare Taiao o Manukura will bring more visitors, guests, students & tourists to Pukaha and the Wairarapa region”. In the afternoon the doors of Te Whare Taiao o Manukura were opened up to give the community a first look at the brand new facility. Groups interested in visiting Te Whare will have to book in advance, more details can be found on our website. Pukaha National Wildlife Centre Embracing the chill and celebrating renewal at Pukaha Speeches were led by Kaumatua Mike Kawana Powhiri welcomed guests onto Te Whare Wananga o Whatonga Rangitane leading waiata that echoed through the ngahere The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023 29

Did you miss your copy? For delivery issues, please contact Greytown Grapevine at greytowngrapevine@gmail.com or (06) 304 9245 Greytown’s very own FREE paper, The Greytown Grapevine, covering urban and RD1 Wairarapa Word will celebrate noted NZ author Robin Hyde on the anniversary of her death in 1939 in an evening of film, biography, poetry and conversation on Wednesday 23 August at 6 pm at Carterton Community Courthouse in Holloway Street. A fighter for what is just and fair Robin Hyde (born Iris Wilkinson) was a journalist, poet, novelist, mother, editor, socialist, Maori rights activist, feminist, pacifist, and war correspondent. This three-part evening provides a special insight into Robin’s extraordinary life. Author Philippa Werry will introduce her biography Iris & Me (2023) written in verse. It was described by noted reviewer, Paula Green, as “Breathtaking, nuanced, unforgettable. This is a remarkable and original book that was runner-up for the NZSA Laura Solomon Cuba Press Prize 2022. Genius!” Iris and Me was shortlisted for the NZ Book Awards. Philippa Werry is an award winning New Zealand author who writes fiction, nonfiction, poetry and plays for children and young adults, as well as magazine and newspaper articles, reviews and non-fiction for adults. Her titles include A New Life, Best Mates, Bushfire! and Dawn Parade. Wairarapa based writer and film director Juanita Deely will present a Carterton premiere of A Home In This World (2018), a 15-minute film about Robin and her second son Derek, who lived to the age of 90. Also a Carterton premiere, The Uppish Hen (2023), a collection of poems, began as a gift to Robin’s son Derek for his fourth Christmas. Robin bound the manuscript with a pink ribbon, placed it in his stocking, and on the title page, typed a wish that the poems be printed with ‘funny pictures, one fine day’. Thanks to Deely and The Cuba Press, that day has come. Juanita Deely and Philippa Werry will be in conversation with their publisher Mary McCallum. The event is in collaboration Wai Library Service, The Cuba Press, Almo’s Books, Carterton Events Centre, and Carterton Creative Communities, it is a national poetry day event. Books will be available for purchase and signing. Koha is appreciated. Wairarapa Word An evening of film, poetry and conversation Robin Hyde 2477 State Highway 2, Greytown 06 304 9245 www.lambpetersprint.co.nz Lamb-Peters Print have the expertise and technical know-how to make your next print or design job a success. No matter what your needs are, our expert and friendly staff have the knowledge and experience to deliver what YOU want. Our creative team will listen to your requirements and provide a range of options to ensure you receive an outstanding finished product. The team at Lamb-Peters Print use the highest quality materials to deliver the very best results – the way you need it, how you need it, when you need it. Lamb-Peters Print offer a wide range of services: • Offset print • Digital print • Letterpress • Signage • Display banners • Roll-up banners • Graphic design • Book design and production • Newsletters • Posters • Leaflets • Postcards • Business Cards • Labels • Packaging • Photocopying • Laminating SPECIALISTS & DESIGN Come in and have a chat with our friendly, experienced team – we’ll get the ball rolling! Proud to be located in Greytown, the heart of the Wairarapa, we’re your ONE-STOP LOCAL SHOP when it comes to print and design. 30 The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023

Three new exhibitions join the current shows at Aratoi this month. Jenny Keate takes us on a journey through restorative bush and along the Ruamahanga River in Looking Sideways, while the Wairarapa Camera Club inspire and surprise with their biennial photography showcase Reflecting on Our Place. An eclectic Choice: Staff picks from the Collection completes the gallery line up. Rebecca Steedman’s exhibition Time Beds, presents intricate otherworldly sculptures, inspired from landscapes around Castlepoint and the rivers of the region, sits next to Light and Space: Sculpture from the Collection showing the larger sculptures from the Aratoi collection, some which have not been seen for many years. Wairarapa Camera Club: Reflecting on Our Place 29 July-29 October A biennial exhibition of selected photographs by members of the Wairarapa Camera Club with a focus on Our Place. Jenny Keate: Looking Sideways 15 July-27 August Inspired by her recent residency at Barry Brickell’s regenerating forest at Driving Creek in the Coromandel, Jenny Keate explores the relationship between humans and trees – drawing local inspiration from the Mauri oho native restoration work along the Ruamahanga. Events and Programmes: See our website for more details www.aratoi.org.nz Current exhibitions Wairarapa Camera Club: Reflecting on Our Place: 29 July-29 October 2023 Jenny Keate: Looking Sideways 15 July-27 August 2023 Choice: Staff Picks from the Collection 15 July-29 October 2023 Rebecca Steedman: Time Beds 17 June-17 September 2023 Light and Space: Sculptures from the Collection 17 June-26 November 2023 Helen Smith, Lady in Red, Archival Pigment Inkjet Print from the exhibition Reflecting on Our Place Jenny Keate, Carrying the memories (2023), acrylic on birch ply Aratoi’s current exhibitions CCTV Security New builds Alterations Freeview television Phone/data Hot water repairs Fault finding Installs of all electrical appliances For all your electrical needs, a quote or advice, call: Hamish Meyrick Registered Electrician The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023 31

COASTAL POOLS NZ SW IMM ING POOL INSTALLAT ION LTD Coastal Pools have installed pools all over the lower North Island and can help you with landscaping options like decking, fencing and more. Our point of difference is we have the health of our customers in mind, we don’t install chlorinated pools and instead offer three options. • Pure fresh water • Mineral • Saltwater www.coastalpools.nz TO FIND OUT MORE VISIT BASED RIGHT HERE IN GREYTOWN Wairarapa Herb Society Flavonoids on our side Albert Szent-Gyorgyi discovered these brightly coloured substances in 1930 and isolated them from paprika. He called them vitamin “P”. His suggestion at the time was that they very crucial for the integrity of the small blood vessels. However, scientists at the time refused to acknowledge the value of flavonoids. We know now that flavonoids possess anti-inflammatory, antiallergic and anti-carcinogenic properties. Flavonoids are found in a wide variety of fruits, vegetables and in many, many herbs. When we consume citrus, we should include the white pulp of our organically grown lemons, oranges or mandarins, as citrin, hesperidin and rutin are abundantly found in there. We also find these flavonoids in grapes, plums, black currents, apricots, buckwheat, cherries, blackberries and rose hips. These flavonoids are known to remove copper and protect the uptake of vitamin C. Five categories of flavonoids are known and research is progressing fast to determine their use in the treatment of cancer and inflammatory diseases. Flavonoids protect the body from free radicals. Terrence Leighton, a chairman of microbiology and immunology at the university of Berkeley, believes that quercetin, a flavone found in onions, broccoli, eucalyptus and blue-green algae is one of the most powerful anti-cancer agents in nature. Some other flavonoids that give grapes, hawthorn, bilberry and cherries their dark, purple-red colour have a 20 to 50 times higher free-radical-scavenging effect than vitamins C and E. Celery, parsley, red peppers, chamomile, mint and ginkgo are the best herbal sources of flavonoids (source: Herbal Medicine, Healing & Cancer by Donald Yance and Arlene Valentine). If you like to explore more about the wonderful world of herbs, growing herbs, herbs for health and wellbeing, and the study of herbs please get in touch. We meet regularly at the old courthouse in Carterton and our herb garden is open to the public. Contact waiherbs@gmail.com 32 The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023

Dear Editor Council threw rural ratepayers under the bus to keep urban rates low. All except three Councillors voted to approve the SWDC Annual Plan. By doing so, they protected urban ratepayers from even larger rate rises at the expense of rural ratepayers. Animal control covers wandering stock on roads, more related to rural, is paid 100% by rural ratepayers, and had an increase of $275,681 mainly covering dog control. This is largely because of the $450,000 new dog pound in Featherston, mainly to do with urban. This cost has been put onto animal control, which is paid 100% by rural and should be mostly paid by urban. Then there is footpaths, for many years paid out of land transport, at present 30% urban 70% rural. Now council say urban should pay for footpaths from the 30% they pay of the land transport. Council are now pausing new footpaths with a saving of $205,000, and should cease this opportunity to keep urban rates low, and take this amount off urban rates. Footpaths, street lighting, and cleaning should be paid by urban or have a separate function for footpaths, etc. Of the increase in land transport, urban only pay 6.5% and rural pay 93.5%. The rural road reserve is $300,000, paid on top of the 70% rural pay land transport, even though roads are used by both urban and rural. Rural still pay for 70% of urban roads. The 48% of governance paid by the general rate on land value is split 25% urban, 75% rural, even though the split is now little more than 30% urban and less than 70% rural. It should be 30% urban 70% rural. Councillors are relying on the flawed rating model and rating review taking place later this year to keep urban rates low – too late as the damage is done. From the Mayor, in the consultation document, “The consultation process must be genuine and we must consider your responses with an open mind and be willing to change our proposals”. That never happened because it went against keeping urban rates low. Jim Hedley, Hikunui Road, Featherston Your Letters The Greytown Grapevine welcomes Letters to the Editor of 300 words or less. Letters may be edited for clarity, legal ramifications, length or general taste at the editor’s discretion. We also reserve the right to refuse to publish submitted letters for the same reasons. All letters must be signed. Letters published do not necessarily reflect the views of the Greytown Grapevine, its staff or its advertisers. Crossword Solution 6. Obtain, 7. Kia ora, 10. Brothel, 11. Grand, 12. Echo, Across: Sodium 13. Query, 16. Basic, 17. Tane, 20. Nanny, 21. Nascent, 22. 23. Kim chi 1. Cobblestones, 2. Atrophy, 3. Rowing crew, 4. Diggers, Down: 5. Bogan, 8. Androcentric, 9. Illusions, 14. Papyrus, 15. Rhythmic sound, 18. Anode, 19. Aspic Prep Time: 20 min Cook Time: 10 min Makes: 4 servings Instructions Make the burger sauce. Chop sun-dried tomatoes and onions very finely. Combine with mayonnaise and a tablespoon of tomato sauce/ketchup. If you like a little spice, you can add some hot sauce or Sriracha. Make the sausage patties. Cut the casing of the sausage and remove the ground meat mince. Shape the meat into round balls and flatten it into patties. Make the patties quite thin and close to the size of your burger buns. Cook the patties. Heat a splash of olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the sausage patties and cook for 2½-3 minutes on each side, until crispy and golden brown. Set aside. Fry the eggs. At the same time, pan-fry the eggs in a little olive oil or butter. Flip right at the end to briefly seal the sunny side so that the egg yolks are gooey rather than runny, makes for a less messy burger. Toast the buns. Melt a little butter in the same frying pan and toast the burger buns for a minute or so until golden brown. Spread sauce on buns. Remove the buns to a plate and spread about two tablespoons of the burger sauce on the top halves. Assembly. There is no right or wrong order to layer the ingredients but you would ideally have the egg on top. Finish with sauce-smeared bun tops! Ingredients 4 pork sausages (75-80g each) or 300g of Italian pork sausage meat 4 large or extra-large eggs 80-100g semi-hard cheese, sliced (Tasty, Cheddar) 1 cup baby spinach leaves 4 Brioche buns (or other soft burger buns) A dollop of butter Burger Sauce 1/3 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup sun-dried tomato strips, chopped finely 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion 1 tablespoon ketchup/tomato sauce optional: teaspoon of hot sauce Breakfast Burger A delicious breakfast burger with grilled sausage, gooey egg, tasty cheese, spinach and special burger sauce. It’s like a sausage and egg roll or muffin but feels more like a burger, with a fantastic combo of flavours and texture nestled in a bun. Cooking Corner Greytown RSA Social Gathering Members, partners, friends Gathering 3rd Friday of every month 17.30 – 19.00 South Wairarapa Working Men’s Club South-east corner, main bar Come and meet your mates and enjoy the Club’s amenities ALL WELCOME. www.rsa.org.nz The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023 33

Lions Helping Hand Any older or disabled person needing help with a task that a couple of Lions can do in an hour or two may ring Ian Frowde at 304 7127. A donation is welcome Garden products Order sheep manure, sawdust, lime, mushroom compost & kindling at the Stihl Shop 246 Main St., or contact 021 226 2002 or greytownlionsecretary@gmail.com Join or help Lions Our motto is ‘Serve the community and have fun!’ We meet twice a month. To join us or help with a Lions project, contact Les Galler 021 226 2002 or John Rennie 027 248 3265, or email greytownlionsecretary@gmail.com Firewood Community groups raise funds by raffling Lions firewood. Ask us! Lions wheelchair For visitors to our town. Kept at South Wairarapa Workingmen’s Club, 120 Main St.—ask at the bar. Greytown Lions Lions annual fun quiz Raises money for valuable community initiatives. Lions Reading Help Community volunteers help Greytown School children with their reading. Learn ‘n Live Camps Each year Lions sponsor ten Greytown children to attend these lifechanging camps at Riversdale. Lions book sale Town Centre, February and July AUGUST Crossword Clues Across: 6. Get, procure (6) 7. Hello (Te Reo) (3,3) 10. “House of ill repute” (7) 11. Vast, splendid (5) 12. Resound (4) 13. Question (5) 16. Fundamental (5) 17. Man, husband (Te Reo) (4) 20. Nursemaid (5) 21. Latent, not yet developed (7) 22. 11th element on Periodic Table (6) 23. Korean pickled cabbage (3,3) Down: 1. Museum in Greytown (12) 2. Waste away, become useless (7) 3. Rowing crew (5) 4. ANZAC soldiers (coll.) (7) 5. Ignorant lout (coll.) (5) 8. Focused, centred on men (12) 9. Apparent images, mirages (9) 14. Ancient Egyptian paper (7) 15. Rhythmic sound (7) 18. Terminal, electrode (5) 19. Savoury jelly (5) AUGUST Crossword Clues Across: 6. Get, procure (6) 7. Hello (Te Reo) (3,3) 10. “House of ill repute” (7) 11. Vast, splendid (5) 12. Resound (4) 13. Question (5) 16. Fundamental (5) 17. Man, husband (Te Reo) (4) 20. Nursemaid (5) 21. Latent, not yet developed (7) 22. 11th element on Periodic Table (6) 23. Korean pickled cabbage (3,3) Down: 1. Museum in Greytown (12) 2. Waste away, become useless (7) 3. Rowing crew (5) 4. ANZAC soldiers (coll.) (7) 5. Ignorant lout (coll.) (5) 8. Focused, centred on men (12) 9. Apparent images, mirages (9) 14. Ancient Egyptian paper (7) 15. Rhythmic sound (7) 18. Terminal, electrode (5) 19. Savoury jelly (5) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 AUGUST CROSSWORD Crossword kindly supplied by Ruth O’Brien Crossword Noticeboard 34 The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023

Shout out! The Greytown Grapevine is now on Facebook! facebook.com/lambpeters Are you aged 55+? Relocated? Changed lifestyles? Retired? or looking for a new interest? Then, come along to the SWWMC on the first Friday of the month, starting 10am. Interested? Please phone 027 466 7524 You’re invited to join the Tauherenikau Friendship Club Do you enjoy: • making new friends • hearing great speakers • convivial morning teas? We have various group activities, including: • antiques • walking • Scrabble • dining • luncheon • garden • armchair travel Noticeboard Reader Photo This month’s reader photo was sent to us by Kevin Scarlett, taking in the scenery before starting his important work at Lamb-Peters Print! If you have a photo you would like to see published in the Greytown Grapevine, email greytowngrapevine@gmail.com along with a brief description and the photographer’s name. Put “Reader Photo” in the subject line. South Wairarapa Rotary Club Meet people, meet friends, meet other’s needs Would you like to give back to your community but not sure how? South Wairarapa Rotary Club provides a great opportunity for everyone to connect with their community, build personal and business networks, while making a difference in the lives of many groups and individuals – with the support of being part of a global network. If you’re keen to find out more about us, contact swrotary.org.nz, phone 027 472 7767 or visit rotary.org/en for more information. Volunteer Delivery Person The Greytown Grapevine is a FREE magazine for urban and rural Greytown, hand delivered to your door by our valued volunteers. We are looking for more volunteers to help with deliveries on the 20th of each month. Can you spare an hour or so once a month? If so, email greytowngrapevine@gmail.com WAN TE D The Greytown Grapevine – August 2023 35

Donate online at www.buildwairarapastation.org.nz Donate over the phone: 0508 932 3733 Please donate today to help build the vital Wairarapa ambulance station so we can be here for everyone across the region.