maungaturoto matters issue 84 september 2008 part 1

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Two very worthwhile and important functions were held lastweek within the community of Maungaturoto, both of whichdeserved our full support. The first was the farewell to DrLynne Mitchell, who retired after serving the community inboth Maungaturoto and Paparoa as a medical practitioner

for the past 19 years. Her dedication and commitment toher patients is well known and her departure will be a greatloss to the district.

On the same evening of her farewell, Peter Shurley, agifted musician and trained violist played and entertained atthe Congregational church, highlighting the extraordinaryand vitally important work carried out by Tear Fund aroundthe world, to help and support the very poorest people onthe planet. A number of people were torn in their loyaltieswanting to attend both events.

It is important for every community to acknowledge the

work done by one of its doctors and to gather to express itsthanks and appreciation for the love and care of ordinarypeople, particularly when carried out with such compassionover a long period of time. Equally it is important that everycommunity, particularly one as affluent as ours, is re-minded that many in the world are desperately poorthrough no fault of their own, and that we are challenged togive generously and sacrificially to help relieve their painand suffering, and to make some contribution to enablethem to have a new and better life. It would be easy to

think of one of these events as more important than theother, but in fact both are of equal value, for both reflect thenature of God and our Christian responsibilities.

In both events the love, compassion and commitment ofGod to each one of us is highlighted. No doctor in any com-munity can fulfil his or her task without the grace of God. Itis God alone who inspires us, equips us and empowers us

for whatever we do in life, whether we recognise it or not.It is God who reaches out to us and serves us in a myriadof ways, and who touches our lives to heal, renew and re-store us. He chooses to do so through ordinary people whorise to the challenge and dedicate themselves for the wellbeing of their fellow man. As Jesus said in John : 15, Apart from me you can do nothing. We are grateful to Godfor using one of his creation to serve us with such love andcompassion. In the same way God seeks to reach out toothers, but limits himself in order that we choose to reflecthis grace and compassion, which He promises to give us inabundance whenever we turn to Him in worship andprayer. Often our love and compassion has such limits,

because we neglect the very means he provides to be filledwith His grace.

May God continue to minister to us and challenge us to beHis servants whoever and where ever we are.

Christian Comment


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Everard Victor Judd passed away at Whangarei onSaturday August 9 after a short illness.Everard, eldest son of the late Victor and FrancesJudd had lived in or about Maungaturoto for all of his91 years. Just three years ago he shifted out of thefamily home (originally the Judd farm homestead) inWhaka Street to the Retirement Village in RiverviewPlace.Upon leaving school, Everard worked on the familyfarm for a short time before being employed as a mo-tor mechanic, but spent many years of his life bargingsand about the Kaipara Harbour. He operated histow boat from a landing on the Otamatea River at thebottom of the ex Judd Bickerstaffe Road property. Inthose early days he would load some tons of sand

onto this barge by wheelbarrow.Everard was a great net fisherman. Many of hisfriends enjoyed gifts of fresh and smoked fish.These fish were smoked to Everards special recipe.Everard was handicapped due to his having con-tracted infantile paralysis (polio) as a three year oldchild. In spite of this disability he carried on a very fulland rewarding lifestyle. He was always fixing or re-pairing something. In later years he was a valuedmember of the team involved in the restoration ofsmall engines at the Matakohe Museum.He had a wonderful memory and would recall events

of many years past as though they happened yester-day. Just to spend time with him and listen to hisgreat stories gave both Everard and his many friendsgreat pleasure.One of his greatest pleasures was to listen to bag-pipes or pipe bad music. His nephew Bain McGregorfeatured with the pipes at Everards funeral.During the past several years many people fromabout Maungaturoto assisted with Everards care andensured that he was comfortable. For this care andattention he was always most appreciative.

~ Dave Orford

Hello from Hombuilders team. During this cold, wet monthwe have enjoyed having many visitors to the CommunityHouse. Our volunteers do a great job making people feelwelcome and assisting with advice in many areas.

The economic downturn has affected many local familiesand in July we gave out a record number of food parcels.The Paparoa store has again given a generous donation ofproduce and soup packs. We also received two bags oforanges to add to these parcels from a local orchardist. Iknow most of you cant make large gifts, but we greatlyappreciate any donations you might be able to make to-wards the demand we have experienced.

Tool Box has been put on hold until next term. We plan tostart the six-week course on the first Tuesday after theschool holidays. Tool Box is produced by Parents Inc., ie

Ian Grant, and is a great way to extend your parentingskills. Glenda Blythen is the facilitator, supper is providedand there is no cost as it is funded by Otatmatea HighSchools Adult Education Programme. If you are interested,please ring 4319080 to register. So thats 7pm 9pm onTuesdays at the Community House.

Homebuilders AGM will be held on September 16th at7.30pm at the Community House. If you feel you havesomething to contribute, we would love to see you there.

Golden Oldies Lunch is on September 3rd. The KapaHaka group from Maungaturoto Primary School willentertain us.Morning Tea at the Community House is on September17th, see you there.

Domestic Violence is an issue the workers at Homebulid-ers come across all too often in the Maungaturoto andPaparoa area. Supporting families as they try to turn thesebehaviors around is part of the work done by our FamilySupport Workers. While we want to help and support peo-ple caught in this cycle, we do not do so by making ex-cuses or covering up behaviour that causes suffering andcan escalate in to tragedy, and on occasion death. In rela-tionships there is a world of difference between the Love ofPower and the Power of Love.

Domestic Violence deeply affects women and damageschildren for the rest of their lives. It is often very difficult forwomen to leave a violent relationship for many reasons,some of which we are only just starting to recognise andunderstand.

The slogan Domestic Violence Thrives in Silence ex-presses the shame experienced by both the victim and theperpetrator.

If we can help, please call Denise 09 431 9080 or 021 886434

Passing of a local identityEverard Victor Judd

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0-5 YRS MUSIC & MOVEMENTFOLLOWED BY MORNING TEA

CONTACT ELAINE 431-8317

Or RUTH 431-8491

supported by

Maungaturoto Congregational Church($2 donation per family please)


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The Garage is a place where young people cancome and have fun. There are heaps of things to do:

- Pool table- Table tennis- Dart board- Playstation- Caged indoor area for soccer, skating etc- Canteen available- Couches to just hang out and talk- And more things coming

The Garage is open on Saturday nights from 7pm till10pm.It is aimed at young people from mid teens to early20s but all are welcome.

Free entry. Located next to the CongregationalChurch in Maungaturoto. Look for the sign.

If you would like more information please contact:Brendan on 09 4319085Paul on 09 4318885 or txt on 0274713889

The Garage Youth Centre


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BOOK OF THE MONTH FOR SEPTEMBER

HOLD TIGHTby Harlen CobenThis is Harlen Coben at his very best. A murder mysterythat deals with a very relevant question: As parents shouldwe spy on our teenagers lives? Its a story to keep you

guessing to the very end.

Recommended Author: Sara Donati with her two newbooks The Pyjama Girls of Lambert Squareand Tied to theTracks. Two completely new subjects from her Into theWildernessseries.

Young Adults:Artemis Fowl The Arctic Inciden by EoinColfer - short listed for the British Book Awards ChildrensBook of the Year. A book filled with goblins and comedyand Artemis a 13-year0old with attitude what fun!

Also check out the latest Dargaville book changeover and

the new selection of talking books.

Kia ora, Hi everyone,

Who loves really heavy showers of rain? Someof our littlies have been fascinated by the rainthat has pelted down during session. They havealso had the treat of a water-logged sandpit

which has provided plenty of water play. Delight-ful to watch, but someone pleeeeeease stop therain.

We celebrated Amelias second birthday with ayummy morning tea provided by her mum, prac-ticed driving skills with a bike day, and have runaround with plastic bag kites. Our bug huntturned up worms, slugs and snails and we tookadvantage of a patch of sunshine to set up anobstacle course outside. This was negotiatedenthusiastically by our older children and then bythe younger toddler set who were keen to perfectskills such as throwing balls, jumping off boxes,sliding down the slide and walking along planks.

We revisited Kaiwaka gym for a good run aroundand workout with their gymnastic equipment -which our children love trying out - bouncing,climbing, balancing - and all dry and clean too!

We are sorry to be saying goodbye to Kirsty, Ja-son, Bayden, Brooke and Cory Williams. Kirstybecame our President last year and has put a lotof thought and effort into the role. Thank you and

all the best for the future, Kirsty and family.

We are looking into providing a First Aid coursefor our parents to attend. If any work places, or-ganisations or individuals our community couldhelp us with this (i.e. if you are running a coursewe could join in with, or you would like to join us

if we have one), we would love to hear from you.

Our sessions are Wednesday and Friday 9.30 -noon. They are General sessions which are runfor 0 to 6-year-old children and their par-ents/caregivers. Bring your baby along, they loveto watch what's happening around them.

Come along for three free sessions to see if Play-centre is your cup of tea (coffee and milo are alsoon offer)

Contact Helen (PR) 4318221

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Our August meeting was held at the Community Hallwith a good turnout of members and visitors and anenthusiastic response to the competition entries.The theme of the decorative arrangement was to usean unusual container and these were many and var-ied.

We were then joined by Rudi van der Pol, a sculptorwho lives in the district. He gave us a wonderful in-sight into his work which is making large sculpturesout of copper which are often for outdoor situations.Many of his works feature in China and Hong Kongand also Auckland. One major commission was forthe Shangri La Hotel, Shanghai which features 10large outdoor sculptures. His talk was enthusiasti-cally received and he answered our many questionsabout his work.

Our next meeting is also at the Community Hall on17 September at 1 p.m. with a Spring theme for thedecorative arrangement competition. We will bejoined by Paul Baynham from Whangarei as ourspeaker

Most spring plants will be well underway but watchfor changeable cold weather and spring frosts.Finish tree and shrub planting.

Spray roses regularly to prevent fungal diseases.Apply mulch to the base of the bushes and fertilize.

Fertilize cinerarias and dust with derris dust tothwart those caterpillars.

After petal fall spray stone fruits to prevent brownrot.

Plant lettuces, tomatoes, cucumbers, pumpkins andcapsicums. Also plant a main crop of potatoes.

(Garden hints from Maungaturoto Garden Club)

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Into The Woods

Although fewer people attended the season of Into theWoodsthan expected, the production proved to be a suc-

cess for those who did see it and, of course, for the castand crew who worked hard over the months of prepara-tions. Congratulations to all participants.Into the Woodswas a different type of show and may nothave seemed in the first instance to be something thatwould appeal to everybody. However for ORT to bringyou the best at all times, cast and crew need to be ex-tended and pushed to achieve new heights of expertiseand this type pf production does go towards that.We look forward to seeing you at the theatre for our nextproduction in support of all the hard work that goes intoproducing a show

Never Mind Mother Goose- Christmas pan-

tomime

Auditions for the Christmas pantomime have been heldand the cast has been selected. Rehearsals are under-way.Written and directed by Helen Morton-Jones, the showlooks to be another interesting montage of current andold favourite themes which should appeal to young andold alike.Show dates are 21, 22, 23 and 28, 29, 30 of November.For more information contact Helen on (09) 433 0288

Theatre & Costume Hire

ORT offers the theatre for hire to groups which desire avenue that can be used for a forum or similar configura-tion. There is seating for up to 120 people and lightingand sound equipment are available.Rates are very competitive at $200/day (approximately 8hours) and $300/24 hours. Lighting can be hired for up to$250, and sound requirements are charged at an agreedrate.The theatre has a large number and variety of costumesthat can be hired for any occasion.See a committee member for more details.

Annual General Meeting

The AGM of Otamatea Repertory Theatre will be held onTuesday, October 14that 7.30pm at the theatre.

Think not what your theatre can do for you,But what you can do for your theatre.

Please offer your services to this worthwhile communityfacility.

Working Bee

The working bees will continue in preparation for some

fine weather so the grounds around the theatre can betidied up. Much work needs to be done so the next pro-ject can start and assistance would be greatly appreci-ated on Saturday mornings from 9.00 am for about threehours.See you all then

Maungaturoto St JohnTrash and Treasure

6thto 10thOctober(2nd week school holidays)

At Maungaturoto Ambulance Station

9am till 4.30pm

Your trash issomeones treasureEnquiries

Pauline McMurchy 09 431 8022Maude Christie 09 431 8248Trevor Brljevich 09 431 8499

Committee members for the Otamatea RepertoryTheatre are:

President: Dennise Brownlie 431 7012Secretary; Lyn Warbrooke 431 6488

Treasurer: Maura Flower 431 6640Brian Dent 431 8008Peter Flower 431 6640Bill Tupp 431 8618Ann Tupp 431 8618Helen Morton-Jones 433 0288Peter Matheson 021 866 050

News from theOtamatea Repertory Theatre.


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Maungaturoto Plunket Rooms &

Ruawai Physiotherapy 09 431 7188

Also Mangawhai 09 431 4070


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Since I scrambled out of the ditch unhurt after a car sentme flying, Id like to tell you what life is like for a car-chasing dog such as myself.A psychedelic haze saturates my brain when a car comeswithin range. It tells me just one thing: chase!And due to my brains wiring, its almost impossible for myboss to beat the haze. Its useless when she tries to get amessage through after Ive given up the chase. And itsway too late if she tries to convince me Ive misbehavedafter Ive responded to her call to return to HQ.She thought shed learn something when the telly pro-

gramme The Dog Whisperer starred a dog that chasedfarm machinery - until the whisperer used an electroniccollar.Shes tried that and it worked, sort of. Now, Im only occa-sionally engulfed by the psychedelic haze - generally whenshes not around. I was with other dogs and the farmer,whos always distracted with stuff like moving bulls, when Igot sent flying.The thump might have permanently repressed the haze.Ill know for sure when the next car flies past - and shesnot there to scream, Sit! Stay!I guess my message is, please have sympathy for car-chasing dogs and their owners, and slow down.

Its difficult behaviour to correct and electronic collars areexpensive; theyre usually only bought by shepherds with aposse of dogs.My boss borrowed a collar but Im so smart I now knowwhen Im wearing it and my behaviour is exemplary.

Two weeks later.

Okay, I confess. I chased a car. But it doesnt count be-cause Max was inside it. At the risk of sounding like I wantto get off on a technicality, I was actually chasing Maxwhod been visiting with his wimpy sister, Pepsi.Max also brings on a psychedelic haze. Whenever I seehim I want to romp and jump with him and . . . ahem, sniff .. . and, less attractively, I get fiercely possessive.Kate, the farmers dog, also wants to be Maxs friend. Thisdrives me nuts. I wrinkle my nose and snarl (quietly) tomake her shove off. Ditto for Pepsi who tags everywherewith Max. Luckily shes so timid its a cinch to send herpacking.

Okay, time for another confession. Im deeply ashamed ofthe feelings Max arouses in me because - oh, the shame! -hes a town dog. I believe he has his own wardrobe andgoes to the groomer.Max is a Shiitzu crossed with a Sydney Silky. His fur is apale pinky-apricot colour which, come to think of it, is theshade of the psychedelic haze that engulfs me wheneverhes around.I keep hoping my boss will use the electronic collar to stopmy humiliating obsession, but she just watches me andlaughs.

Woof, Floss.

RSA Memorial Club Newsletter

AGM: Tuesday, 2 September, 7.00 pm. A record 18 nominations were received for six available Committeepositions, including Ray Hynes for President.

NZ RSA Executives Visit: Members were grateful for the address on 10 August by our Northland President,Mr Archie Dixon, and Vice-President, Mr DArcy Bailey, on some major changes in welfare. NZ RSA now representsveteran and superannuitants organisations, communicating directly with the Government, and intends to ensure entitle-ments are brought to light and paid out where due.

Dining & Social on Friday: A welcome evening off from cooking. Time to catch up with friends, enjoy thecongenial atmosphere and choose from the blackboard of delicious, inexpensive meals all with veges or salad. Includesgreat steaks; pan-fried fish & wedges; succulent crumbed scallops, or prawns & chips; battered fish, egg & chips; beefkebabs & rice. AND dessert. Bring your friends.

Snooker & Pool on Wednesday: Competitions for serious players. Or have a laugh on the pool table.

Functions: Meetings, Seminars, Celebrations or Farewells very reasonable rates. Call to discuss.

Subscription: $35 a year for the fun and pleasure the club provides. ($20 for returned servicemen).We also belong to Affiliated Clubs N.Z. POST to: RSA, 115 Hurndall St, Maungaturoto. Or drop in.

Open: Wed 6.0 pm, Fri 5.0 pm. Applications to join are welcome. Ph: 431-9101.

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