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SEPTEMBER 2020 Issue
POWA's High Tea
held on the 4th August 2020
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HAWKSBURY LAGOON UPDATE HAPPY DAYS RADIO UPDATE
Spring is definitely in the air and I am sure we are all pleased to see an end to winter Happy Days Radio is sad to announce that our rooster painting
(although it hasn’t been too severe fortunately). The lagoon outlet was opened a final judging party in the Clark Hall is postponed to a later date
couple of weeks ago, resulting in the main lagoon draining quickly, I am a bit when we are clear of level 2 restrictions.
concerned that we may end up with a dry lagoon for the summer, but of course with
no culvert cover we are unable to stop the outflow and are reliant on the outlet closing Happy Days Radio 88.3 FM wishes to announce several great
at some point before this happens. Which as I write this a week later it appears the programmes that you can hear on our airwaves: On Saturday
outlet has closed again, although probably only briefly. afternoons at 3.15 there is the New Zealand Retro top 40
Countdown which is repeated each night at 10.00, Country
It is very timely that the outlet is open though as it helps support the migration of Overdrive on Sundays at 3.00pm and the New Zealand Weekly
whitebait (Inanga) into the lagoon environs. We saw a few small shoals last year Country Top Ten at 4.15pm, and on Wednesday mornings at 10.30
making their way up P O Creek which was very exciting. The earliest history of the there is a not to be missed very special programme: Heart & Soul
lagoon says it was a very important food collecting area (Mahinga kai) for local Maori presented by Hilary Smith. Every Monday, Tuesday and
and that at times the lagoon was white with whitebait spawn. I doubt that we will ever Wednesday afternoon from 2.00pm Ron is live from Oamaru with
see that again, but just to see a few small shoals demonstrates some progress. good music, competitions and requests.
Inanga are relatively tolerant of low levels of pollution fortunately, and they prefer slow
running water with overhanging grasses in which to lay their eggs. They spawn where As a result of our association with Kiwi Pie Radio we are now
freshwater meets salt water especially during high spring tides. Generations of adult playing much more country music and on Sundays it is wall to wall
inanga return to the same areas time after time. Many fish die after spawning or are country and Irish music. Happy Days Radio is now the home of
left in poor condition, vulnerable to disease and predators. Each female can release country music. Weekday mornings from 10.00 Lyndsay brings you
up to 13,000 eggs which develop for 2-4 weeks and have to wait for another high tide the best Irish and country music and will take your requests on: 03
which will stimulate them to hatch. They then spend about six months in freshwater 216 7111. On Saturdays from 11.00, plus Friday and Saturday
before migrating downstream waiting for a high tide to take them out to sea. DOC has been doing a lot of work to evenings from 5.00 Pamela has her variety show and weekday
identify and protect specific spawning sites, but as we know whitebait numbers are gradually declining and the Ministry mornings Lawrence brings you the best and most professional
of Conservation is considering strategies to improve whitebait management across New Zealand in an effort to stop this breakfast session and he also takes phone in requests on: 03 465
decline. Here at the HL we can continue to work to improve water quality and keep planting around the lagoon in the 1909.
hope that we may see increased numbers coming into our lagoon. Can you think of any reason why you shouldn't listen to Happy
Finally, can I ask that the locals who helped themselves to the woodchips on the Inverary Reserve, which were left by Days Radio 88.3 FM, your community connection.
DOC for us to use on the reserve, make a donation to our account as reparation. Our account is Westpac 03 *** SITUATIONS VACANT ***
7370020799 00. The $$ will be well used towards our work at the lagoon and much appreciated. Thank you.
The Evansdale cheese factory is wanting a person to employ on Fridays, Saturday and
Shirley McKewen, Chair Sunday each week.
WAIKOUAITI YOUTH CLUB The work can include learning part of the cheese making process, looking after the
shop, some cleaning and tidying. Hours can vary but are generally 0900 until 1500.
The Club has now moved to new premises due to the growing number of children attending. The club is now situated Email: info@evansdalecheese.co.nz or leave a message on 465 8101.
at the Presbyterian Church Hall in Kildare Street. This is an ideal space that has a large hall, adjacent kitchen and
meeting room along with plenty of outdoor space.
The Club is open every Tuesday and Friday from 3pm until 4.30pm. Some of the activities the children have been COMMUNITY FETE
doing to date include; card making, crafts and flax weaving, table tennis, various ball games, balloon animals plus the
club has board games, books and music, just to name a few. Registrations now accepted. Please email
powa.ed@gmail.com for more details. Non-proft
The space is warm and friendly and Abby caters to the children's interests. Afternoon tea is provided from 3pm. If your Waikouaiti Coast Heritage Centre AGM
child would like to join the Youth Club just email Abby at waikyouthcub@gmail.com or call in the POWA office. groups no charge, commercial stalls $15. Saturday Sept 5th @ 2pm
To be held in the New Museum
EAST OTAGO EVENTS CENTRE Guest speaker: John Scott
Facilitator of the very popular Karitane &
Under the Level2 restrictions the Centre is Environs facebook page and a keen historian.
open to all but you must use the NZ Covid The AGM will be followed by afternoon tea.
Tracer app or use the provided sign in Everyone welcome
sheets for contact tracing. Until Level1 no
more than 100 people at one time and
social distancing is required.
The EOEC AGM will have passed by the
time this newsletter is delivered, but if you
would like to join the committee to be part
of the management of the venue we would
love to hear from you. We also have a
Secretary position available.
The Centre is currently getting a sound
system upgrade. This will be complete
shortly and will provide amazing and easy
to use sound throughout the Centre.
Sonya Hawksbury Lagoon – Photo by Bruce Dow
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Classified and community notices (for non-profits)
Meet new people East Otago Creative Fibre The Waitaki Writer’s Group Scottish Country Dancing
(Spinners & Weavers) Meetings are held on the second Every Tuesday 7.00pm – 9.00pm
Lions Club of Palmerston 1st Thursday of the month, 10am Monday of every month at 1.30 in Childrens tutition 7.00pm-800pm
New members very welcome. 2nd – 2pm. St John's Church Hall, the St John Hall, Exe Street, Clark Hall, Palmerston. Ph Lynne
Monday of each month, starting at Beach St, Waikouaiti. All Oamaru. President Chris Stewart 465 7714.
6pm, Waihemo Lodge. Ph Bruce welcome. Ph Cathy Cox 027 341 on 434 8800
465 7884 or Ronald 465 1331. 6556 or Mary Templeton 027 298 waitakiwriters@yahoo.co.nz Stadium Sports
5441. KM Fitness & Nutrition
R.S.A. Waikouaiti Creative Crafts Fitness Classes
Meets every Friday from 4.30pm East Otago Art Group 9.30am – 2pm every 2nd and 4th Mon 9.15am and 7pm, Thurs 7pm
Speed Limit Review Dunedin City Council speed limit reviews used to Pratt St Waikouaiti. Meet new Meet fortnightly at 10.30am. St Wed. Waikouaiti Fire Station Fri 6am
happen only every few years, but now they are an annual event – brought on friends over a meal and a drink in Johns Church, Beach Street. All Meeting Rm. Ph Cathy 465 7662 Taste Success wholefood eating
by some issues in the North Island. This year, submissions to the Speed Limits a warm & friendly atmosphere. welcome. or Naomi programme's also available
Ph Ian Taylor 465 8404 Hall Ph: Reywa 465 7161 465 7572. ph Katrina 027 252 6986
Bylaw Review closed on 20th August. The only roads in the review in our north
available for hire.
coast area were Mount Cargill Road, Green Road and Shortcut Road, where Eastern Boating Fishing Club Waikouaiti Garden Club Steady As You Go
the new recommended speed limit will be 60 kilometres per hour for the entire Waikouaiti/Karitane Living Enquires: Kerrie Boock 027 358 Last Monday of the month @ Wednesday mornings at 10am. If
Alone Group 8769 or Eric Boock (027 686 7.30pm. Waikouaiti Events you are interested in gentle
lengths of all three. We supported this proposal in our submission. exercise and good company for
3rd Tuesday of the month. 12mid- 9929) easternbfclub@gmail.com Centre, Supper Room. Ph Stuart
day Outpost Cafe. Brown 465 7646 an hour come along. Waikouaiti
We also stated in our submission that we were disappointed not to have had East Otago Creative Artisans Events Centre.
Ph Lois 465 7492 or Joan
the chance to suggest other roads in our area for speed reduction. So we 465 7728. Contact: Reywa Brown 465 7161 Waikouaiti Golf Club
itemised roads in Waikouaiti, Karitane, Seacliff, Warrington, Waitati and some Tuesday 10am report. Friday Swimming Club
East Otago Embroiderer's Guild 12.45pm report. Saturday 1st & 4th school term. Hawksbury
of the roads off State Highway 1. We have asked for safety assessments to be High Tea Project
Pool.
East Otago Events Centre Hawksbury Village. New 12.15pm report. Ph 465 7129 or
carried out on these roads and streets and to have them included in the speed members welcome. Every 1st, 3rd email
Date advertised in newsletter Tai Chi
limit review next year. Ph Sonya 027 253 9205 & 5th Wednesday of the month @ waikouaitigolf@gmail.com
Beginners Classes
9.30am. President Anne
Cycleways Still on the topic of roads you may have seen a couple of Euchre Waikouaiti Rodeo Club Monday 10am
Fitzgerald phone 03 482 1002.
Every Friday St Johns Hall Beach Ph Logan Rowland 021 0257 East Otago Events Centre
upcoming public meetings advertised on notice boards and social media, Tuesday 7pm
Street 1.30-4pm. Maureen 021 East Otago Musical Theatre Inc. 6513.
inviting you all to come along and have your say about the proposals for 115 5462 or 022 648 6015 East Otago Events Centre
President – Louis Smith
cycleways between Evansdale & Waitati and Waikouaiti & Karitane. The Secretary – Sharleen Snoeck Fitness and Fun Thursday 10.30am
Waikouaiti meeting is on at the Events Centre on Monday 7th September; the Waikouaiti Community Garden St Johns Church Hall, Beach St
Treasurer - Sonya Watson
Contact: Shelley St James Eastern Rugby Club (except the first Thursday in the
Waitati meeting is at Waitati Hall on Thursday 10th September, both starting at 03 465 1401 month)
027 487 3997 Ph Abby Lynch 027 885 5105
7.00 pm. East Otago Social Bridge Club easternrugbyclub@gmail.com Phone Joy Justice (465-8313)
High Tide at Karitane During recent high tides, a section of the walkway on For Families Waihemo Lodge Hotel, Twilight Tennis
Palmerston. All Welcome. Hydrotherapy @ Aquasize
the seaward side of the fishermen’s wharf at Karitane collapsed. In addition to Wednesday 6.30pm. Want a
Waikouaiti-Palmerston Toy Lessons available. We meet very Thursday's 9.30am – 10.30am.
game? Ph Sarah McMillan
the loss of part of this popular part of the walkway, a section of sewerage Library Wednesday night. Please be Moana Gow Pool, Hawksbury. Ph
021 207 2486
pipework was exposed. Dunedin City Council was notified straight away Open every Wedesday 3:15-4:15 seated by 7:00pm. Bev 465 8203.
and Saturday 10:30-12pm Contact: Joan O'Reilly 4651 476
(thank you Andy Barratt). This is one of these occasions when the piece of 191 Main Road, Waikouaiti
Karitane Bowling Club Waikouaiti Indoor Bowling Club
Commences Wednesday nights
land comes under the jurisdiction of various council departments and it can Ph: Kate Mossman 027 3718483 East Otago Woodturners inc. Thursday from 4pm. Social bowls
2020 until end of September 2020
followed with a $3 BBQ.
become difficult to find one entity to take ownership of the problem. Something Email: wptoylibrary@yahoo.co.nz Every Wednesday at 7:30pm.
Newcomers welcome. Coaching inclusive for 2 hours per night.
similar happened a few years ago, and the actual response from the council Affordable new membership Contact Lyn Trusler 4651 511 or
provided. Ph Gary 465 7172. Contact: Phil Hammond 465 8157
pricing and free toy hires 027 296 8711, or Lou Tonkin
was poor. We are in the process of ensuring that the previous poor response is or Dawn Dougherty 465 8008
Great new toys for 0-6 year olds 020 4037 9635
Karitane Indoor Bowling Club
not repeated. Inc Waikouaiti Outdoor Bowling
Waikouaiti Plunket Rooms Kati Huirapa Runaka ki Club
Winter season only, April – Sept.
Grants The DCC new financial year started on 1st July and our Discretionary Parents and children's (under 5) Puketeraki
Tues 1.30pm Karitane Hall. Come Contact Eva 465 7790 or Colleen
Fund was topped up by $10,000. To apply for a grant to support a community coffee group. 9.30am – 11.30am Monday – Friday 9am – 4pm. Ph 465 7558
and enjoy social indoor bowls.
every Wednesday. Ph Shelley 465 7300. Club Day Thursday 2.00pm
project, please feel free to either contact a board member or download the 021 666295.
Contact: Neil 4658184 or Murray
application form from the DCC website. Movement to Music 465 7363.
Waikouaiti Yoga
Our next formal meeting will be held in the Waikouaiti Events Centre on Te Kakano “Free” Nurse Led St Johns Church, Beach St,
Kyokushin Karate East Otago Events Centre
Clinic every Tuesday 10 am,
Wednesday 30th September starting at 5.30 pm. If you wish to speak at the Held monthly at Puketeraki ki Contact : Mon/Thurs 6-8pm, open to all Tuesday's 11am – 12pm
public forum please contact Rebecca Murray on 477 4000. ages & fitness levels, learn self Thursday's 6.30pm sharp.
Huirapa Marae Lynne Holden 03 4658413 or
Carina Contact Tumai Ora Whanau 021 071 5562. defence, gain confidence & Saturday's 11am - 12pm
Alasdair Morrison, Chairman Waikouaiti Coast Community Board – fitness, make new friends & so Contact: Nicola 021 0862 0140
Services 4657651 Gold coin drop in.
much more. 1st class free. RYT:IYTA NZ
info@calmarine.co.nz 0274 354 384 Or KTKO Ltd 4770071 New members welcome.
Waikouaiti Church Hall, Kildare
Waikouaiti Youth Club Otago Eastern District Camera Street. Contact:
Waikouaiti Coast Heritage Contact: Abby Lynch Club noah.heath@slingshot.co.nz
Centre AGM 027 885 5105 Meet on every 2nd Monday at
Mecaela Baird School of Ballet
waikyouthclub@gmail.com 7.30pm at the St Mary’s Church
Hall, Stromness St.Palmerston. Ph 465 8293 Cell 021 804076
Saturday Sept 5th @ 2pm Email mstutu2@hotmail.com
To be held in the Try Something New New Members welcome.
Contact: Tracey Clare
Need help? Contact POWA on email: New Museum 0274 533 230 Moana Gow Pool
powa.ed@gmail.com or call into the East Otago Buddy Corner of Truby King Drive and
Programme eastotagocameraclub@gmail.com
Powa Office in the Events Centre, Guest speaker: John Scott 2 hours fun & new experiences
Kennard Crescent, Hawksbury
Waikouaiti for confidential assistance. Facilitator of the very popular Palmerson Happy Hands The Village. Ph Ailsa 465 7419
weekly for children 5 - 12 yrs old. www.moanagowpool.
Karitane & Environs facebook Contact Jo 021 268 4780 2nd and 4h Wednesdays at
Palmarston Community centre, webstarts.com
Donate your excess food to us!
We accept all kinds of non-perishable food
page and a keen historian. Ronaldsay St from
Petanque
items that are at least 2 weeks before expiry 10 am. Contact Marie Howard
Wednesday & Sundays 1.15pm.
from the date we receive it, unopened and in The AGM will be followed by 465 1486 and Glenys Donaldson
Ready to play at 1.30pm,
good condition. E.g. canned food, oil, rice, afternoon tea. 465 1928.
Waikouaiti. Ph Anthony
milk powder. Monetary donations also 465 7662.
accepted, please email for bank details.
Everyone welcome
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WAIKOUAITI BIKE PARK PROJECT Fear of the Unknown
We are pleased to have the support of the Dunedin City Council, the Pulsing through your skin
Community Board and local schools who see the need for a purposeful Tap into the healing within
recreational area for young people in the district. After an onsite
meeting last week, the Council have agreed to provide support in the Tender Loving Care treatments including
form of clearing scrub and bush, building an access bridge over PO Acupuncture, Cupping, Heat Therapy, Herbal Medicine,
Wahine Ora, Tane Ora support.
Creek and providing some new fencing. They will also maintain the
track after its completion. All we need to get started on the project is a Find Relief, through Anxiety and Stress Release! First
small committee to form an Incorporated Society, which will then Treatment with full consultation, diagnosis and initial treatment
$45. Follow up Package and Payment plans available - ACC
enable us to apply for grant funding. Treatment Provider
We have been in discussions with Scarlett Hagan of Bike School NZ 20 years NZ Registered, Qualified Professional Service.
who will design a hybrid BMX/Pump track and project manage the
construction of the track. She has also indicated possible funding Taking appointments now - Judd Acupuncture
sources, so there will be minimal work required of committee members Ph/ txt: 0220-70-50-81
(I know no one wants to be on a committee, but it is a necessity
unfortunately). We specifically need a treasurer, a secretary and a few
committee members.
The bike track we plan to build will begin across the road from the
Childcare Centre, down a yet to be built zig zag track to Reid Street
then across to the main bike park site. Safety will be a priority and road
crossings will be well signposted. All this land is designated Council
Recreation Reserve, which the Council wants to see used for a much-
needed recreational purpose and there is little that is specifically
provided for local kids in the area.
If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to
contact me, especially if you are considering volunteering to be on the
committee. This bike park will provide a great recreational opportunity
for current and future kids in the district, keeping them busy and
occupied for hours. I look forward to hearing from interested parents
and any others so that this proposed bike park can be progressed.
WAIKOUAITI BEACH DAMAGE ALONG MATANAKA DRIVE
Shirley McKewen
ts.mckewen@gmail.com, Ph 027 3713111, 13 Brown Street Waikouaiti The Waikouaiti Coast Community Board, Dunedin
City Council and local Police are monitoring damage
along Matanaka Drive including the beach access in
EAST OTAGO HIGH SCHOOL OPEN DAY Waikouaiti due to vehicles and/or motorbikes entering
the beach unlawfully. Unfortunately the sand dunes
We had 47 delightful students at our Open Day, held at East Otago are now severely damaged. If you notice anyone
Indulgence Rural Retreat High School on Monday 17th August 2020, from the contributing driving on the beaches please contact your local
89 Goodwood Rd, Palmerston schools in the East Otago. authorities.
Beauty Therapy & Skin Care All students enjoyed a fun filled day including, PE, Cooking,
Woodwork, Music and Science experiments. It was very pleasing the ONECOAST UPDATE
Lash & Brow TreatmentsWaxing
feedback received from the students about how much they enjoyed the
Facials, Manicures, Pedicures day, and the staff certainly enjoyed that time spent talking with those OneCoast will be holding their first meeting for six
Facial Peels who attended. months on Thursday 24 September, 7pm at the
Anti-aging – Micro needling Events Centre. We will be discussing plans for this
We would like to encourage parents to enrol early at East Otago High year's Green Gold Day which will be held in the
Massage School as this helps with the planning for 2021. Hope you enjoy these Blueskin Bay area on Saturday 17 October. Again the
Therapeutic & Relaxation images of the day. theme is processing your garden waste at home to
save money and nourish your garden. Numbers will Editor
Sheryl Popham
Ph: 027 221 9392 or 03 465 1430 be limited at these workshops so email
onecoastotago@gmail.com to make sure you get a
place.
Alan and Tracey Bartrum
GO THE CREWCUT Also on the Agenda, Transfer Station Development
plans and our next beach litter collection day. And a
027 932 0951 pat on the back for being a finalist in the Keep New
They do: Zealand Beautiful awards (Community Group section,
Dunedin and National!) All welcome.
Lawn mowing, Hedge trimming
Section tidies, Spraying, Before the meeting date we will be having a stall at
Tree work the annual Spring Fete 19 September (Covid
permitting) where we will have a rack of some of the
best and new clothes left over from our very
successful Wardrobe workout last month.
Photo supplied
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EAST OTAGO HEALTH PEWS NEWS
Palmerston Lions
The Palmerston Lions Club have recently purchased a new “walker”, this is to Presbyterian Parish of Waikouaiti-Karitane
accompany the mobility scooter they purchased in the later part of last year. September 6 10am service at Karitane Church
Both pieces of equipment have been kindly purchased September 13 10am shared Communion Service at St John’s Anglican Church
by the Lions for short term loan of anyone needing September 20 10am service at St John’s Anglican Church Led by the Bishop
assistance with their mobility post operation or the likes. September 27 10am shared Communion Service at Waikouaiti Church, Kildare
Street
These are housed at East Otago Heath in Palmerston. Dates to Notes
If anyone does see they may benefit from either of these September 1 Tuesday 1.30pm Fellowship at Waikouaiti
items, then please contact Jane Roberts 03 465 1444 to
discuss your requirements, and thanks Lions for
supporting our community. Anglican
September 6 10am with Rev Juan Kinnear
Nails on Wheels September 13 10am parish led service
We have a new service in town, some of you will be September 20 10am with Bishop Steven Benfell
aware, and even know Wendy Aitcheson, a September 27 10am we join the Presbyterians in Kildare street also we are Waihemo Service Centre (Library Building)
wonderful caring, kind and compassionate lady who starting a Bible study on Thursday the 10th at 7.30pm in the 54 Tiverton Street, Palmerston 9430
Tel: 03 465 1591
has recently retired from her District Nursing position hall in Beach street After hours: 027 4812 491
of many years caring for our community. Wendy has
now begun a new business called Nails on Wheels, St Annes Catholic Church
offering fingernail & toenail care, including nail trimming and filing, polish if CATHOLIC SERVICES MASS TIMETABLE
required, foot and hand massage. The beauty of Wendy’s business is not just Palmerston -Blessed Sacrament 12pm 1st Sunday of the month.
Wendy herself but the fact she is mobile, she will come to you. Waikouaiti - St Anne's 12pm 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th Sunday of the month
Liquid Nitrogen Postponed from August until further notice. Hawksbury Christian Fellowship
Podiartrist – (Ruth Tasker) 10th September 2020, Palmerston Clinic, phone for an appointment Services at 10am every Sunday at Hawksbury Village Chapel. Also weekly bible
study groups, ladies’ group, and monthly men’s breakfast. All welcome. For
COVID Update more information contact: Rodger & Ruth Mangai, (03) 201-6475, Colin & Naomi
We are being cautious and mindful of our protection and your protection therefore until further notice we are running Clulee, (03) 465-7572, Peter & Thelma Arnott, (03) 465-7898.
both clinics (Palmerston & Waikouaiti) with a closed-door policy. We are still seeing and assessing patients but this
gives us much better control as to who comes into clinic. You may also be asked to wait in your car and phone when
you are here. Just a few things we have had to put in place during the Pandemic. Regular updates can be found within REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT – WINTER 2020
the following resources which we use to keep our community updated: A lot of people have asked me what’s the market like this winter? Taking into
Facebook - East Otago Health (page name) account the Covid Lockdown period and the ongoing interruptions caused by
Happy Days Radio - 88.3FM this, the market overall has remained very positive. The Dunedin region as a
Radio Puketapu – 756AM whole has seen increased pressure on median values, rising from $495,000 in
And of course, “POWA” or “The Review”
If you don’t have access to any of the above the answer phone message is
April to $515,000 for July. The volume of sales each month varied from just 23 RGJ MOWER
in April due to the lockdown restrictions, to 155 in May, 208 in June and 187 in
also updated regularly in Palmerston, phone 03 4651444 July. SERVICES
Coronavirus Healthline – 0800 358 5453 By comparison the Coastal Region has been a bit quieter for volume of sales 92 Thomas Street, Waikouaiti
If you are sick stay home and phone us, we now operate using “Virtual with a total of 12 homes sold, and 3 sections from April - July. However the Russell Jenkinson
Consult” if deemed appropriate and beneficial by your Doctor, accounts values have been strong with a median value of $519,000 over this period. The Phone: 021 167 9646
are then sent via text or email or MMH. median value of sections sold was $200,000. For the purpose of my report I or 021 069 7792
have included sales from Waitati, Warrington, Seacliff, Karitane and Waikouaiti. Repairs and Servicing to all walk
Ministry of Health website (https://www.health.govt.nz/our-work/diseases-and-conditions/covid-19-novel-coronavirus)
So what is driving this demand and pressure on price? Basically the behind Lawn Mowers and Ride-
is very informative if you want to search for information and if in doubt we are still operating so please call us.
fundamentals for our region have not changed. There is a shortage of property ons, Chainsaws, Line Trimmers
‘1737, need to talk?’ is New Zealand’s new national mental health & addictions helpline number, it is staffed by a team
to suit the numbers of buyers looking, with little new development on the etc
of paid counsellors who are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
horizon. Record low interest rates are driving interest from first home buyers, Chainsaw sharpening, new
and existing home owners are looking to upgrade their homes. chains, parts and accessories
Fast, friendly service
At Harcourts Otago we have 6 branches across the region including Wanaka, " Free pickup and delivery
Queenstown, Cromwell, Alexandra, Balclutha and Dunedin. And we have over Waikouaiti area only"
190 Harcourts branches across New Zealand. We are seeing excellent interest
in the Dunedin region from out of town buyers. This is driven by Central Otago
buyers looking to relocate due to the impact Covid has had on the tourist and
hospitality industry, and also good interest from around the country as people
re-evaluate their lifestyle and futures, plus ex-pats returning to New Zealand.
In summary, this is an excellent time to sell, and achieving the best possible
price means making sure your home reaches the widest possible market. I’d be
delighted to sit down with you and have a chat about our marketing reach, and
how we can help you with your real estate decisions.
Ross Curtis - 027 8478194
Harcourts Dunedin
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Hello everyone,
Welcome to the Waikouaiti Volunteer Fire Brigade report for August 2020.
From the writing of last month’s report to this month’s report we have had 9 calls for the month.
• Smoke alarm activation x 1
• MVA x 4
• Fire x 4
Personnel Update
PUBLIC MEETING - Coastal Communities Cycleway
Due to work commitments and one leaving our area we are now short two members to ensure our appliance is manned
to the levels required for a unit that can respond to any emergency that may arise. If you think you may like to be part of 7th September @ 7pm EOEC John Brown Room
a group that are keen to help support and keep their Community safe, then please come along to the fire station on any
Wednesday night between 7.30pm and 9pm, so we can have a chat. COMMUNITY SPRING FETE
19th September @ 10am – 2pm, East Otago Events Centre
Smoke alarms For a stall please contact: POWA powa.ed@gmail.com EAST OTAGO EVENTS CENTRE
Waikouaiti Fire Brigade can supply and install smoke alarms into your home or rental property (it is law that all rental BOOKINGS
properties having working smoke alarms). Please give us a call on a Wednesday night to see which alarm would suit WAIKOUAITI RODEO ASSOCIATION AGM Phone: 027 253 9205
your home. Please give us a call on a Wednesday night to see if you fit the criteria as it would be great to see every 22nd September @ 7.30pm, East Otago Events Centre Boardroom Email: eoec.info.bookings@gmail.com
home in our area have working smoke alarms. New members welcome.
WAIKOUAITI LIBRARY Civil Defence Post
Are you prepared for an emergency? Finding your new job: Tips and tricks to help you succeed Waikouaiti – East Otago Events Centre
Visit https://getready.govt.nz/ With Lizzie (BA in social services, majoring in career advice) Civil Defence Post
https://www.civildefence.govt.nz/get-ready/prepared-for-an-emergency Karitane – Puketeraki Marae
Saturday 5 September , 11.00am
Until next month stay safe and remember in an emergency dial 111 Lego Club
and ask for the service you require Police, St Johns, or Fire. Use your imagination and create whatever you want to - everything is
awesome at Lego club. Suitable for ages 5 and up, first Saturday of the
month. 11am - 12pm Saturday 5 September
David McLeod
Chief Fire Officer Waikouaiti Wriggle and Rhyme:
Follow us on Facebook @ Waikouaiti Volunteer Fire Brigade Music and movement for babies and toddlers
Remember in an emergency dial 111 and ask for the service you Fridays (we will recommence when we are back to Level 1)
require Police, St Johns or Fire. Motel offers double units, family units and 10.30am
Fire Station PH Number: 4657386 (between 7.15pm and 9 pm only on standalone cottages
a Wednesday night only) Storytime at Waikouaiti Library
Evening meals from 3pm
Open Day Bring your child along to the Library for stories, rhymes and songs for
babies and pre-schoolers.
Every Friday at 11am (we will recommence when we are back to
Level 1)
Digital Resources
Find eBooks and eAudio, Watch movies for free through Beamafilm
Learn a language, Find genealogy resources
Read newspapers and magazines from around the world
Online at: https://www.dunedinlibraries.govt.nz/
DCC Service Centre: Pay your rates
Register your dog, pay parking fines, buy DCC rubbish bags, get your
75+ parking permit,You can do it all at Waikouaiti Library – where
parking is free! Week days until 5.00pm
Skinny Jump
Skinny Jump is a low cost, prepaid internet service for people who
POWA NEWSLETTER CUT OFF might not otherwise be able to afford a broadband connection (the
criteria has recently expanded).No contract is required and there is no
The last date to receive credit check. It costs $5 for 30GB of data, and you can choose when to
articles/advertisements for the October issue top up. A free modem is provided as long as you are using Skinny
is Sunday 1st October 2020. Jump. Contact Amanda at the library if you are interested: 03 465 9110
YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS
We welcome your contributions to the POWA Newsletter and
invite you to send your short stories of local interest, calendar
events, photos of local events and advertising. Where possible
Available for students aged 6-14 years to help try to limit articles to 250 words max. To submit your
support their learning at school. classif ied ads, calendar event, photos or article submissions
Assistance is available in: Numeracy, Literacy,
for publication please send to: powa.ed@gmail.com by the
Processing, Spelling, also available Speech and
last Sunday of the month.
Drama – To Diploma level.
AD SIZES AND COST
A7 = Business Card size $30 (colour $60), Other sizes by
For more information please contact: arrangement
Kathleen Oldham 465 7653 Calendar events = Free
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