CELEBRATING SUMMER As we brave the hardest drought in many years and hope for much needed rain there are many who have delighted

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1 FREE Download on line from FEB 2015 CELEBRATING SUMMER As we brave the hardest drought in many years and hope for much needed rain there are many who have delighted in enjoying a quintessential Central Otago summer. Locals and visitors have found water where and wherever they can with constant visits to places such as the Sowburn River (left), Naseby Swimming Dam and the Taieri River. Maniototo Promotions Group ran a radio campaign prior to Christmas with New Zealand Media and Entertainment (previously The Radio Network) encouraging visitors from Dunedin and Central Otago to Celebrate Summer in the Maniototo and to put Maniototo into their travel plans. The stunning weather only added to the influx of visitors. The holiday period is such an important time for small business in the area and retailers would like to thank everyone who made the conscious decision to shop local in the lead up to Christmas. Sandra and Alan at Maniototo Pharmacy say, We try and stock a wide variety of pharmacy and gift lines for all ages to give our locals a good range to shop from. It's very pleasing when we see people shopping locally and we would like to thank everyone who did that this Christmas. We got off to a pretty slow start during the Christmas season but picked up closer to the day - thank goodness for last minute shoppers! The Inn Shoppe in Naseby reports a strong January with the visitors in the Village. The obvious highlight was the Garden Tour Day, with the combination of that event, with many out of town visitors, and a very hot day people enjoyed dropping in and browsing, says Sam Inder. More Than Books would like to say a huge thank you to the locals for their support before and since Christmas. Dick and Janet have enjoyed seeing the shop full of holiday makers and so many positive comments about the changes they have made. Keith and Sheryl at Maniototo Paint and Hardware were thrilled with the support of the community and cribbies at Phone Amie on (027) or info@maniototo.co.nz Christmas time. They so enjoy being able to supply you all locally with not just your DIY needs but also giftware. Martin & Michelle at Maniototo Four Square would like to thank everybody for their support over the Christmas/ New Year period. A number of customers have told us they have made the conscious decision to shop with us rather than making special trips to town which we really do appreciate. We also had some customers choosing to shop with us en route from Dunedin to Wanaka to avoid the Christmas crowds. There was a noticeable increase in holidaymakers this year, no doubt due to our great weather! Our new organic range is selling very well to locals and visitors. We endeavour to stock new products requested by customers so please don t hesitate to ask if you are after a particular product. The Practice, Ranfurly certainly had customers choosing to come through the Maniototo for a change with many visiting for the first time. There were also lots of fantastic comments about the great customer service they are experiencing in the majority of establishments which is fantastic. The Celebrate Summer campaign continues with the promotion of Festival in the Park (page 10) throughout Otago, Southland and Central Otago. If you are not already featuring on (below) please call to be included. The cost is only $50 per year. A regional Facebook page Maniototo which is also administered by Maniototo Promotions is fast approaching 800 likes. The page provides news and events updates but also gives links to Positively Maniototo (via for those out of the distribution area wanting to keep up with all that is Maniototo. HUNTER STEVENSON - ALL INSURANCE WITH ASSURANCE (SEE FULL AD PAGE 3)

2 FORWARD PLANNING 2014 FEB Tues 3rd Fri 6th Fri 13th Sun 15th School returns - Maniototo Area School Waitangi Day Art on the Rail Trail begins (page 7) Lauder Ukele Festival (page 8) Not Just Art On The Green (page 16) JP Service at Ranfurly i-site resumes Creative NZ funding applications close (page 16) Ranfurly Playcentre raffle night at Ranfurly Hotel Entries for A&P Horticultural and Industrial close Mon 16th Patearoa Playgroup (page 4) Wed 18th Maniototo Business Breakfast Club (page 12) Maniototo A & P Show (page 9) Thurs 19th Steady As You Go Ranfurly starts (page 8) Sat 21st MAR 1st Festival in the Park, The Crescents and Saltire (page 10) Maniototo Irrigation Company Picnic and Gala Day (page 11) Sat 7th Waipiata Husband and Wife Tournament (pg 5) 9th & 10th Patearoa Collie Club Trials (page 9) Fri 13th Mon 23rd RSA raffle night at Ranfurly Hotel Otago Anniversary Day BOWLED OVER The Patearoa Bowling Club wishes to express their appreciation for the splendid support we received from all locals and visitors on the occasion of Crockery Bobs Bring and Buy Sale. Not only was there a great abundance of items for sale but the way in which many club members and others managed the various tables was wonderful. You all helped markedly to make the sale a success. Thank you all. Sincerely Sam McSkimming President Bob Paterson Green Supervisor Raffle prize winners Trailer of wood (Barton & Booth) Car Cleaning Kit (Challenge Garage) Wine & Cheese (Grundy s 4 Square) Chocolates Spa Towel Umbrella Coffee Mugs Wine Glasses Maia MacDonald Diane Barton Ian McEwan Leigh Pickford Doug Read Marie Eagles Beryl Reid Kieran Mulholland Cindy The Patearoa Bowling Club has the following items for sale. 2 Computer Desks 2 Excercycles 1 Bag less Vacuum Cleaner 1 Breville Range Top 1 1/2 Sized Bicycle Good order 1 Panasonic Digital Plain Paper Fax Has had little work. Prospective buyers please contact Bob THANK YOU Larry would like to say thank you to the Ranfurly Volunteer Fire Brigade, St John Ambulance and his neighbours for all your help on the night of the fire. AREA SCHOOL 2015 TERM DATES TERM 1: TERM 2: TERM 3: TERM 4: A huge thank you to all who donated books and other bits for the Book Sale, it is due to your generosity that it was such a success. The Naseby Information Centre raised $2,500 essential funds from it. Hazel Harrison, Chairman Thank you so much to neighbours, friends and Maniototo Emergency Services for your support and concern during and after the fire at the rear of my flat in Bute Street recently. A special thanks to Emma and Philippa Kind Regards Colleen McEwan Donella Hore would like to thank everyone for their wishes on her recent 90th birthday celebration. She had a wonderful time celebrating with family and friends. Thank you to Maniototo Support Network and Challenge Ranfurly for the wonderful hampers received over the festive season, it was very much appreciated. Barney - Naseby Thank you on behalf of Burn729am and the Maniototo Support Network to the anonymous person/s who donated three lovely Christmas hampers of goodies to be distributed in the area. They were very much appreciated by the recipients. Also a big thank you to the organisers of the 'Naseby Fun Day' for the donation received here at Burn729am. Tuesday 3rd February - Thursday 2nd April Teacher only day Monday 2nd February Waitangi Day 6th February Maniototo A & P Show (18th February) Otago Anniversary Day 23rd March Monday 20th April- Friday 3rd July Anzac Day observed 27th April Queens Birthday 1st June Monday 20th July - Friday 25th September Monday 12th October - Wednesday 16th December (half day only) Labour Day 26th October New Zealand Couriers are happy to support your community publication Positively Maniototo. Call for your courier needs 2

3 BRINGING BRONZE The New Zealand Curling Association hosted the 2015 Pacific Asia Junior Curling Championships in Naseby in January. Teams travelled from China, Korea, Japan and Australia to play against our NZ Junior teams. Positively Maniototo joined the spectators (above), score keepers and organisers in the viewing lounge on the first day of competition. It s quiet, there s a certain expectation that there will be no sudden outbursts by the crowd (no matter how hard that was on some of the parents). However, on the ice a couple of the competitors make themselves known quickly with their loud method of urging their teammates to SWEEEEEEEEEP or yelling at the stone right up until it is dead still (hopefully on the pot lid after all that!). A huge amount of effort goes into hosting an international event such as this. The ice masters are integral, time keepers, hog line officials and the volunteers a must. Overall everyone reported a successful week of international level curling at its best. The young men's team consisted of all Maniototo locals Simon Neilson (skip), Luke Steele, Matthew Neilson, Josh Fogo and Josh Whyte (alternate). The girls team (below) was made up of our own Holly Thompson (centre) and Jessica Smith (far right) as well as Eleanor Adviento, Eloise Pointon and Waverlyanne Taylor. The young ladies managed to secure bronze medals in a hard fought competition. Congratulations! PAKEKE LIONS ANNUAL TOURNAMENT Friday January 9 th saw another successful Maniototo Pakeke Lions Club Annual Bowling Tournament held at the Ranfurly Bowling Club. There were 18 teams competing which meant that there were 72 players trying to endure the intense heat of the afternoon. The Club was extremely grateful for the wonderful sponsorship by local businesss and individuals. Overall they were able to raise in excess of $800 which, when added to the potato project money, will be used to purchase something special for the Chalet Results: 1 st G.Geoffrey,D.Geoffrey,A.Wilson,A.Duncan. 74pts. 2 nd P.Williams,C.Clarke,J.Morrison,A.Preston. 70pts. 3 rd M.O'Malley,T.McCloy, I.O'Malley,T.Nixon. 66pts. HAPPY NEW YEAR The pipes were out again as Jock Scott, Ewan Mason, friend Lee, Bailey Dowling and Mark Smith toured various Maniototo establishments on New Years Eve to raise money for the food bank scheme in Ranfurly. Bailey and Mark are students of Ewan and it was their first public appearance and they did very well!. They raised $920 from the public and they d like to thank you all for your support. TO RENT Naseby -Fantastic views. Short or long term quiet tenants required for 1 x 1 1/2 roomed fully furnished unit, and either / or a 3 bedroom home. Both properties well maintained, and good quality. Phone or text Barbara on FOR SALE 'Big Softie' black leather chair for $100. Phone or text Barbara Locally owned Farm Insurance Business Insurance Personal Insurance Financial Advice Time to get serious about insurance with the recent changes. Would you like advice from a local and not a website or 0800 number? Give me a call to arrange a no obligation discussion about your situation. I will visit you. Hunter Stevenson Insurance Broker (03) (027) or hstevenson@ofs.net.nz 3

4 TIME FOR TENNIS A successful and fun doubles tennis tournament was held at Patearoa on 30 December. In perfect conditions for tennis a full field of sixteen played entertaining and fiercely competitively timed matches for the inaugural Patearoa Classic title. The players included local and Dunedin people along with an English visitor. Winners of the pools were Peter Dick and Neil Sutherland and Tom and Gayle Elliott, with the final being won by Richard Bourne and Derek King. A barbecue along with a prize giving followed the event which is expected to become an annual fixture with players already securing their places to play in, and promising much practise before, the 2015 event. Grateful thanks to the sponsors Jim and Sue Hore, Greg and Kelly Kirkwood, AMP Insurance and Hunter Stevenson OFS Insurance Brokers. Westpac Ranfurly Hours for February 2015 Open Monday - Friday 9 am to 4.30 pm Closed daily between am to 1.30 p.m. PATEAROA PLAYGROUP Mary Heaney from REAP will be taking playgroup at Patearoa on the 3rd Monday of each month 10am - 12 midday. Held at the old Patearoa School, it s a great time for children and parents to get together and playgroup will be on regardless of the weather. Please remember to bring along sunhat, sunscreen, snacks and drink bottles. Any queries please phone Debbie Paterson WHEN THE SIREN SOUNDS We never want to hear it go off but when the siren in Ranfurly goes everyone stops for a moment and silently we worry. Our stomachs turn. Wonder what s happened? More often than not, given we are a small community, we will know who an emergency has affected. Seconds after the siren sounds Sam Millar bolts from PGG, the Baddock father and son team are close by so they re in, Kieran Mulholland whizzes past the Challenge garage so he s on board, the Pioneer Generation van means Ewan is available, Dave Millar never has far to go coming from Great Southern, Fred comes from Farmlands it s all on. The truck sirens start, they must all be in. Both fire trucks have gone out, water tanker too, plus back up vehicle. It s definitely another fire. From the moment the siren has gone off to the trucks leaving the station is literally well under 5 minutes. It s incredible and an absolutel credit to our community to be able to maintain such a service. The Ranfurly Volunteer Fire Brigade is calling all mums, dads and grandparents. There are six positions available to be filled. So, if you are keen to join a trusted community based organisation there are support and fire fighting roles available. It would be an advantage to be Ranfurly based during the day. For details contact RVFB Chief Fire Officer - James Hazlett on or Domestic & Commercial Contracting Home Appliances Fujitsu Heat Pumps Irrigation & Stock Water Pumps Call into our showroom and check out our range of top brands 29 Charlemont St, Ranfurly Ph/fax Mob: Doug or Rob grahamelectrical@xtra.co.nz 4

5 BARKING MAD The Maniototo Mud Dogs Bark Off was held as a fundraiser for our local cricket team. Hosted by the Ancient Briton Hotel, there were good entries from all around the area. Thanks to the sponsors Ancient Briton Hotel, C J Sinclair Automotive, Cydectin, Speight s, Blue Cross vets, Glenspec Holdings, Farmlands, PGG, Maniototo Paint and Hardware and Tru-test. Thanks also to the judges Hamish McKenzie and Phil Smith. Good to see the ladies front up and walk away with some top prizes. Overall it was a fantastic day with lots of dogs, plenty of spot prizes for the audience enjoying the 35 degrees heat and the odd handle or two of cold Speight s. Go the "Mud Dogs" woof woof. Best single 1 st Nicky Blanchard - Von 2 nd Anton Hood - Jess 3 rd Charles Crutchley - Beast Best Pack 1 st Tim Wolf O Neil 2 nd Sam Pringle 3 rd Lochie Elliott Best team Pack Nic Blanchard / Kate Bell Sam Pringle / Tim O Neil Charles Crutchley / Matt Holmes Best pot Licker Kate Bell Best looking Dog Anton Hood Jess MIXED PAIRS The Waipiata Husband and Wife and Mixed Pairs Bowling Tournament will be held on Saturday 7th March at 9am. Sam Pringle gets his work dog up to make some noise Ugliest Dog Jake Scully Gin Best look a like Matt Holmes Ray Entries to Kris Carey or Dickson Andrews by 2nd March please. BURN729AM UPDATE Denise Baddock The team is back to business here at Burn for the 2015 year, we hope everybody had a great Christmas and New Year. Plenty has been happening in and around the Maniototo over the last two months, beautiful weather, visitors by the score and activities galore. Thank you to all the families and listeners that supported our 12 Days of Christmas promotion. Congratulations to Sylvia Carson the overall winner of the Christmas promo. Santa s Grotto (Laura and Grace Paterson pictured left with Santa) and the Burn 729am Pool Party (below) were an awesome effort. Also ongoing donations received from individuals and community events over recent weeks are very much appreciated, thank you. A huge thank you to all the people who supported the Combined Support Network Food Bank Drive, another successful collection. The hampers were very well received and appreciated by the recipients. We are now into our Summer Promotion here at the station, with our orange jandal placed strategically in and around the Maniototo. This will run until Sunday 22 nd of February, with the overall winner announced on Monday 23 rd. Listen to Burn for details and be in to win. Have a business that you would like to advertise? Don t forget we have very competitive rates and a price schedule available for your convenience. It s time to revamp and update all the community group happenings and events for 2015 in Positively Maniototo Burn Budget, and the community notices here on Burn729am. For a gold coin donation we are happy to update this information for your community group, or your advertising requirements, contact Amie or myself on , or your information or enquiries to 5

6 MIDNIGHT EXPRESS FOR HOSPICE An overnight cycling challenge will take place on Waitangi Day, Friday 6th February where a group from Dunedin will ride from Middlemarch to Alexandra in a bid to raise $40,000 for Otago Community Hospice. The cycling challenge begins around 5pm in Middlemarch and will continue through the night to Alexandra. There will be support crews with bike trailers, water, hot drinks and food along the entire Rail trail to keep an eye on all challengers. A 30 minutes rest stop is scheduled for around 9pm in Ranfurly and they have a planned meal stop at Lauder where there will be an evening meal supplied and a chance for everyone to meet up, relax and refuel. When they finish the challenge there will be a breakfast supplied in Alexandra and a bus to take everyone back to Dunedin. The aim of the challenge is to raise funds for the Otago Community Hospice while enjoying a fun and rewarding mental and physical challenge. So keep an eye out for bikes riding the Rail Trail through the night and give them a cheer for a great cause! TRAIL BEST IN NEW ZEALAND Paul Taylor from the William Angliss Institute in Melbourne is currently studying towards his PHD by spending a month on the Otago Central Rail Trail. Paul (below) is conducting a comparative study focusing on long distance cycle ways and what drives their success. With a tourism and hospitality background Paul has been a tour guide, a diving instructor and has worked for Intrepid Travel. He says, The move across to education has been very interesting. The study will run through until completion at the end of I am interviewing as many people as possible including Rail Trail Operators. The role of community in driving the trail is very prevalent. The model of the Otago Central Rail Trail is different to ours in Victoria. Here it s more of a bottom up approach whereas back home is very much top down as they are owned mainly by Councils. I chose to study your trail is because it really is the best in New Zealand and compares closely to trails in Victoria including Murray to Mountains Rail Trail (below) and the Katy Trail in the USA. A rider takes in the view on the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail in Victoria 6 Paul notes that trail surface is always an issue in Australia too as funding is always a big topic. Of interest too is that the Great Victorian Trail, given its length, also crosses multiple regional councils and this has lead to its own challenges. The study will be applied which is important to Paul. The National Rail Trail Association in Australia will take on the document. It will need to be published within the academic community five times which can be a long process as uptake can be difficult but it s all part of the PHD process. Paul will do the Otago Central Rail Trail a total of three times within the month.

7 RUNINNG FOR PEACE Adventure Runner Katsuhiko KAY Takashige of Japan started running for PEACE in 2012 when he ran across Japan. He then ran across America in a personal challenge to run 40,000km (25,000 miles) Around The World through five continents. Kay has now run across Australia and is running through Auckland to Invercargill via Ranfurly (and the Otago Central Rail Trail)! In January Suzy and Bill at The Old Post Office Backpackers enjoyed meeting Kay and hearing his pledge for PEACE as well as his many stories of his adventures. Good luck to him! Katsuhiko Takashige at The Old Post Office Backpackers during his 40,000km run across five continents. ART ON THE RAIL TRAIL Dates: Friday, 6 February - Tueesday, 7 April am - 4pm. Welcome to Art on the Rail Trail! The Central Otago District Arts Trust and the Otago Central Rail Trail Trust have worked together to showcase the art of our talented Central Otago artists all along the Rail Trail. Cafes, hotels and galleries between Clyde and Middlemarch each feature mini solo art exhibitions by our artists as part of this eight week long group event. Art on the Rail Trail opens on Friday 6th of February, Waitangi weekend 2015 and ends after Easter in April This is peak season for the Rail Trail operators so it is anticipated Art on the Rail Trail will be a wonderful experience for Rail Trail riders and the art loving public. The event offers an opportunity for participating artists to raise their profile and the chance to showcase their art to a much wider audience (and hopefully sell their work). The Otago Central Rail Trail enjoys a large volume of visitors participating in this classic ride. The Rail Trail is well known as being high on visitors must do list. This event takes art to where tourists already are rather than them having to go off trail to find the artists. We hope Art on the Rail Trail is enjoyed by all and becomes an annual happening on our cultural calendar. ART ON THE RAIL TRAIL EXHIBITION Featuring Marie Valenski fused glass jewellery, carvings by Luke Anthony, Janyne Fletcher photography and works by Jeff Pont A unique Maniototo experience. The Practice Wed-Fri 9-5, Sat-Sun 11-3 ALSO VISIT THE PRACTICE, RANFURLY AT THE CENTRAL OTAGO (OAMAKAU) AND MANIOTOTO A & P SHOWS 7

8 STEADY AS YOU GO Falls are the most common cause of injury to our senior citizens. One third of people over the age of 65 fall each year; half of people over 80. Falls in older people are often associated with weak leg muscles and poor balance. Falls are not a natural part of ageing. Falls are preventable. Save yourself from a fall by attending SAYGo classes to improve your strength and balance. The classes are designed for men and women and have been shown to provide continuous improvements in strength and balance over time. Ranfurly classes start Thursday 19th February at 10.30am in the St John Ambulance Rooms. It s only $2 per session. Contact the Hospital receptionist on CHEQUE? CHECK! At a relaxed meeting (below) the Patearoa Golf Club received a very exciting Christmas gift. A cheque for $68,000 was presented to President Shane O Neill by Barclay Hall (Trustee for the late Alan Wilson). The Patearoa Bowling Club, Chalet and Hospital also received donations. WHERE ARE THEY NOW? Positively Maniototo caught up with Geoff Morrow while he was staying with Mum Francie over Christmas. What is your link to Maniototo? I grew up in the Maniototo, attended school at Wedderburn, St Johns then right through at the Maniototo Area school. What did you do when here? Started off work on the irrigation scheme at Paerau, then onto the building of the tunnel at Paerau. I spent a bit of time in the shearing sheds and working on my Uncle s farms at Gimmerburn before working away with Doug Hood Earth Movers at Huntly and Granity. Weekends were spent fishing, hunting, playing rugby and cricket in Maniototo and Central Otago. The good times... Where are you now? Currently living in Perth, Western Australia, working a FiFo (fly in fly out) job in the mining industry as a Mill Foreman with a small mining company. I enjoy the challenges of the day to day running of the processing of gold and then look forward to spending time with my family on rostered days off. What do you miss the most about the Maniototo? I miss the fishing and hunting (especially the duck shooting) and spending time at the Dougherty farm. I always look forward to catching up with cousins and friends and mates that I grew up with and travelled overseas with over a cold Speight's or two when I'm back here. 8 Geoff with his daughters Hannah 3rys and Kayli 5yrs. Maniototo will always be home for me.

9 IT S SHOW TIME! A&P SHOW SCHEDULES The annual A&P Show will be held on Wednesday 18th February at Maniototo Park. Trades, markets, kids entertainment, equestrian competitors, sheep fleeces and the grand parade will again create a day celebrating rural life. Schedules for the Horticultural and Industrial division of the annual A&P Show are at More Than Books, the Four Squares and various outlets around the Maniototo. If you ve never entered the show before we encourage you to pick up a schedule (right) and give it a go. Whether it s a favourite photograph or that well kept jam recipe handed down through the generations - give it a go! The show is a chance for the community to gather together for a day out. There is also a Facebook page you can join to be kept up with what s happening on the day. Just search Maniototo A & P Association. A reminder that the local schools are given half a day off to come on down to the show grounds and enjoy the day. OP FROCKS The Horticultural and Industrial section of the Maniototo A&P Show will again run a feature event for the Show on the 18th of February. Your mission is to take an icky old frock and give it a new lease of life. Unleash your creativity, cut it, dye it, drape it in ribbons, cover it in sequins or completely re-shape it. Entry fee is only $5 then you lucky dip a pack containing an OP SHOP FROCK from The Practice, Ranfurly and then spend the next few weeks weaving your magic. The majority of your design must be made from the original frock supplied. Competition is open to groups and individuals. A photograph of your dress will be taken before you take it away so we have a record of the original. Show us how fab you can make the drab! FROCK STAR STEWARD Kim Gibson All entries are to be in to the Secretary, Amie Pont, at The Practice, Ranfurly by Sunday 15th February Please note in the baking section (item 104 The Recipe) should read 1/2 tsp of baking soda not brown sugar. GIFT LAMB COMPETITION The Maniototo Gift Lamb Competition will again be held in conjunction with the A&P Show on the 18th of February. The competition comprises three classes - fine wool, strong wool and terminal. Entry is three lambs and the value of the three lambs combined is collated. The money raised goes to health services in the Maniototo. In the past few years the money has gone to help computerise the X-Ray machine, bought a hoist and sanitiser for the hospital/ chalet and, last year, a high spec clinical defibrillator for the hospital. This project is for a very good cause and worthy of your support. Contact Stuart Paterson or Barry Smith. COLLIE CLUB Patearoa Collie Club Trial Dates this year are 9th and 10th of March from 8am each day. Spectators are welcome both days just head up behind the Hamilton's Dam on Gorge

10 NEW LOOK FESTIVAL Celebrate Summer in the Maniototo in our fabulous town in a fabulous new location. Festival in the Park will be held in conjunction with the Rail Trail Duathlon so bring your deck chair and relax the afternoon away surrounded by trees and markets behind Ranfurly Railway Station. Entertainment will run from 12-6pm, including the very popular Dunedin band The Planz, Oamaru's Bella Cadets and the Celtic Sounds from 'Down South' plus local acts including winner of Maniototo's Got Talent, Nic Blanchard and Gilley Darby from the Ida Valley. The Duathlon will also be a focus of the day with festival goers being able to cheer on the competitors as they cross the finishing line. The afternoon will feature games and fun for families, wonderful food and wine and a local produce market. DRESS UP COMPETITION (see below). Festival in the Park will be a great day out for locals and visitors plus provide a relaxing interlude for the Duathlon competitors. Entry to the festival is FREE but you will be able to purchase a $5 raffle ticket which will include the chance to win a $500 travel voucher when you spend $3000 on travel Jodie McSkimming - Travel Associates (part of the Flight Centre brand). To continue a great day into the evening there s also The Crescents band (left) or the Saltire show (below) to enjoy! FESTIVAL DRESS UP COMPETITION All pre-school and school age kids (and adults too if you re keen) are encouraged to dress in FESTIVAL theme (colourful and creative). Lots of prizes and the chance to add a bit of colour and creativity to the day! Maniototo Community Arts Council presents SALTIRE Saturday 21st February - 8pm Ranfurly Town Hall Tickets $20 - available at Ranfurly i-site On tour direct from Scotland, SALTIRE have performed in the Maniototo before and were very well received. Singer Guitarist: Alex Hodgson Piano Accordion: David Vernon The show will be like a Scottish Foster and Allen with audience participation, jokes and traditional songs WEAR YOUR KILT 10

11 MANIOTOTO IRRIGATION SCHEME 30 YEAR CELEBRATIONS On October 27 th 1976 the Otago Daily Times reported: Eighty years of dreams, schemes and abortive plans for a Maniototo irrigation scheme finally took shape on a windswept paddock near the Gimmerburn Hall yesterday afternoon, as the Minister of Works and Development, the Hon W. L. Young cut a swathe of topsoil with a huge motor-scraper. It was a gala occasion for the district, with about 600 people braving the icy wind and the odd flurry of snow to march in procession from the hall, across the sports ground to see the first sod turned on the $6 million scheme. The chairman of the Maniototo Irrigation Committee, Mr G. K. Paterson said the day was a great one for the district, because the scheme would bring progress and prosperity to a large area. However, he made it clear to the Minister that his committee would want to see a flow of Government money, on a regular basis, to make the flow of water through the irrigation races a reality. Eight years later water was flowing through the large race system of the west side of the Scheme, supplying about 4000 hectares of previously dry land. It had been the largest, most expensive and most controversial public works project ever undertaken in the area. While there had been some celebration at the earlier official opening of the scheme, attended by the Prime Minister of the day, David Lange, it was muted by disappointment that only 40% of the project had been completed, leaving the east side and the Waipiata sections dry. The original cost estimates of $6.2 million had blown out to actual costs of around $26 million with a further $13 million estimated to complete the scheme. Not surprisingly, the government had abandoned further work on the project in 1983, leaving farmers on the dry areas to lodge claims for compensation, and those in the irrigated areas to fight to limit the high water charges resulting from the cost over runs. The scheme is certainly cause for Maniototo to celebrate, but its development has been a saga of many stages, making it difficult to pinpoint a single red letter day. The commissioning of the west side was perhaps the end of the beginning. Over the next decade, the farmers in the original section would form an Incorporated Society and contract to operate and maintain the scheme themselves with massive cost savings. Within a couple of years, the success of this model was noted by Treasury who then recommended that all community schemes be sold to the farmer clients. The Maniototo Irrigation Company (MIC) was formed in 1989 and the scheme was purchased for $1.00. Around the same time east side and Waipiata companies were formed and private contracts were let for the completion of the race system for about 10% of the 1983 estimates. In 2001 MIC was restructured and the West Side Company was formed to allow shared ownership of the head works by three distribution companies. In 2014 the Loganburn Dam was raised by a further 800mm bringing total storage capacity to near 100 million cubic metres. Today the scheme is a key component of local primary production adding value to Maniototo assets in excess of $100 million. The Loganburn Dam is an important recreational and aesthetic feature which allows the scheme to maintain a higher than natural low flow in the Taieri River. It is a magnificent community asset and The Maniototo Irrigation Company will be hosting a Picnic and Gala Day on Sunday the 1 st of March for the Maniototo Community to celebrate this milestone 11

12 NEW CONSTABLE FOR THE MANIOTOTO Constable Jaco Pieterse (pronounced Yahco Peter-sir) and his family have moved to the Maniototo to fill the role left by Senior constable Steve Burke. Jaco is from Durban, South Africa and has lived in New Zealand for fifteen years. Initially working as a live line arborist, Constable Pieterse has been a policemen for the last nine years. After working in Masterton and Martinburgh (also a one man station like Ranfurly), he has been looking for a South Island post for the last eight months. Kiwi wife Aimee and their three children Anya (8), Nic (6) and Tiaan (3) have all also moved to Ranfurly. Anya and Nic will attend Maniototo Area School and Tiaan will go to Maniototo Kindergarten. Jaco has played NPC rugby for Wairarapa-Bush and said he may be tempted to pull on the boots at some stage. In the meantime he s looking forward to getting out and meeting individuals, business owners and groups. He looks forward to attending the next Business Breakfast (above right) and will also be on Burn 729am on the 10th of February so listen out at 10.30am with his chat with Amie Pont. BUSINESS BREAKFAST The next Maniototo Business Breakfast will be held on Wednesday 18th of February (always the 3rd Wednesday of the month) - 8am, Ranfurly Hotel dining room. Constable Pieterse will be coming along to meet local business owners. TIME OF MY LIFE Colleen Hollows Late last year I was privileged enough to attend Outward Bound. I can honestly say it was the funniest, hardest, happiest and saddest 21 days of my life. I was forced to face many fears including: heights, claustrophobia, the dark and open ocean. I could count on my fellow Kupe watch mates being there for me and encouraging me every step of the way! Everything was go go go right from the start! Within the first 20 minutes of getting to know each other we were lying in mud and rubbing it on each others faces. There were 3.2km runs at 6:30am, breakfast at 7:30am and assembly at 8:20am. Our mornings were full on and made me realise how much time I waste by sleeping in till 10:30am most mornings. The activities we did over the 21 days included tramping, kayaking, sailing, rock climbing, navigation and how could I forget the 21.2km run on day 20. Never could I picture myself finishing half a marathon! Outward Bound was the BEST 21 DAYS OF MY LIFE!!! I highly recommend it to anyone and everyone! GOT AN HOUR TO FILL? We ve developed a go to list to give you some ideas on what to do locally. As a visitor, a local wanting a look around or friends - don t forget some of the following attractions we have right here in the Maniototo! Local arts and crafts at the Centennial Milk Bar Gallery Railway audio visual display and history, Ranfurly i-site Burn Radio working radio station you can visit Community library Tractor Display at the Goods Shed behind the Railway Station Naseby Information Centre - Arts & Crafts Jane Falconer s Garden & Gift Shop - by appointment Maniototo Museums Curling in our indoor international curling rink in Naseby Sowburn Walkway in Patearoa Naseby Forest walks and bike tracks Real Dog Company - tours and shop The Practice Gift Gallery, Ranfurly - local arts and gifts Wednesday 11th and 25th of February - 10am to 2.30pm Celebrate summer in the Maniototo 12 The Justice of the Peace Service on Fridays will resume on February 13th. Local JP s will be at Ranfurly i-site for document signing etc. Any enquiries please contact Val McSkimming ph

13 OUT AND ABOUT RSA NEWS We would like to thank everyone who took the time to come in November and see the Exhibition dedicated to the young men who left the Maniototo to serve their country in the first world war. A big thank you also to those that purchased hand made poppies and commemoration badges to help with our fundraising. There will be another fundraising evening on Friday 13th March at the Ranfurly Hotel raffle night. We are appealing to the public to help us by offering raffle prizes and/or coming along on the night. Money raised is to go towards the refurbishment of the Ranfurly cenotaph and dedication plaque. Seems a long time ago now but Ryan Crossan is pictured with his OTAGO mascot at the St John School Pet Day back in December. Anzac Day this year will be a commemoration of our New Zealand and Australian soldiers landing on Gallipoli Peninsular on 25th April 100 years ago. The dawn service, dedication at the cenotaph, and the family service will all be held in Ranfurly this year, followed by a morning tea. The Maniototo RSA are asking for expressions of assistance from Ranfurly residents to help provide the morning tea. This can come from individuals, groups, or organisations. Please contact Bonnie Smith on to register your willingness to help or to provide a raffle prize. A perfect day was had by all at the Naseby Family Fun Day on the first day of January Who wouldn t want to go on the water slide? Times for the Anzac Day services will be advertised in the March edition of Positively Maniototo. MUMS IN MOTION This is an eight week Post Natal Exercise course which meets once a week. All sessions are on a Swiss ball and intensity increases each week. Each mum receives her own Postnatal exercise workbook & baby blanket. Babies are included in workouts - so no need for childcare (from 6 wks post birth). Also available is Groups in Action (advanced circuit training for mums with babies/toddlers) and a Nutrition program and support. If interested, please contact Camille or camille@pulse-fitness.co.nz ABOVE: A huge congratulations to Nic and Amanda Graham (nee Docherty) who were married on a perfect day in Mosgiel in January. BELOW: Members of the Maniototo Pony Club enjoy a trek during the school holidays. 13

14 SCOUTING FOR SCOUTS! Scouts NZ is looking to start up in the Maniototo. Sections include Keas (Yr 1-3), Cubs (Yr 4-6), Scouts (Yr 710), Venturers (Yr 10-13) and Rovers (18-26). Last edition we put a call out for anyone interested to give Sarah a call. She has had two phone calls but needs at least six people to make it happen. In order to get started any interested adults/leaders please contact 0800 SCOUTS or ring Sarah on (03) COMMUNITY CONTENT A MASSAGE WITH MEGAN Advertorial Although Megan Burke has moved to Dunedin she will be in Ranfurly regularly working from the Hospital. Megan has a certificate in Stress Management and Spa Therapies (Level 5). To book an appointment on a Thursday or Friday. Please phone or text You can also message her through the Facebook page Megan Burke Massage Therapist. I can offer 1 hour and 1.5 hour appointments in relaxation or therapeutic treatment. Happy to chat to anyone who would like more advice before booking. Megan requires 24 hours notice to cancel an appointment otherwise a $25 charge will apply for failing to attend. Thank you to everyone who contributed stories, s, pictures and story suggestions. It s really helpful in making sure we cover all corners of the Maniototo. You re our eyes and ears. Agricultural Spraying Precision Drilling Direct Drilling Please keep it all rolling in. The next edition of Positively Maniototo will be March. Could content/stories and pictures be in by the 20th of February please. Talk to James Pyle about Fodder Beet and Spray and Drill packages Proudly servicing the Maniototo 14

15 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Advertorial Jan and Grant Bean (right) bought the Old Doctor s Residence in Naseby nine years ago and built it into a profitable business that compliments a unique Maniototo lifestyle. Amie Pont caught up with them both as they move on to their next adventure. Like many, you made a choice to move to the Maniototo. What brought you here? After cycling the Rail Trail and selling our businesses in Auckland nearly ten years ago we decided it was time to explore the South Island. The Rail Trail, the Pinot Noir and the stunning landscapes attracted us especially to Central Otago. We planned to play golf, ride our bikes, pick fruit, work on a vineyard and explore from a base in Naseby. That didn t quite happen instead with the urgings of Tourism Central Otago we transformed the Doctor s Residence in Naseby into luxury bed and breakfast accommodation, the first in Central. It was difficult at the start as the existing Rail Trail Operators did not appreciate that there were tourists and Rail Trailers looking for accommodation where they would be pampered and would not have to share toilets and facilities with other guests. We decided to provide the best beds and best breakfasts in Central. In 2010 they were awarded the Central Otago Tourism Award and in 2013 became the first Qualmark 4 star plus Boutique and Lodge accommodation in Central Otago. So you ve both decided to move on (but not far) - what next? Yes, we re onto our latest project of building in Alexandra. We couldn t leave Central Otago. This is the opportunity then for someone to purchase The Old Doctor s Residence. Certainly is. With the advent of new Rail Trail operators and the establishment of two beautifully restored heritage accommodations - Oliver s in Clyde and Pitches Store in Ophir, business at The Old Doctor s Residence has begun to flourish. So much so that it now needs some new owners to capitalise on the potential that we have created. We have always run the residence as a lifestyle business taking a limited number of guests each month and only operating for four to six months of the year. Now there is a demand to be open for most of the year and to take more guests. We re ready to retire for good and would love to see someone take it over. However, if there s someone out there who would like it just as a home then we re open to that too. What is the history of The Old Doctors Residence? The house was originally a gold miner s cottage constructed of timber in the early 1870s. Later that decade it became the doctor s residence. In the 1880s, a mud brick section was added and then in the early 1900s came the timbered villa section. It is held seamlessly together by the three hallways which are used as a gallery to display the works of Central Otago artists. At present the boutique accommodation wing contains the Parker s Suite, the Dansey s Room and a guest lounge all of which are importantly separate from our kitchen, bedroom and lounge area. 15 Property/Business details There are two superior rooms with private bathrooms available for guests, who also share a separate guest lounge with library, television, music, wireless internet, and tea and coffee making facilities. The owner s accommodation provides two bedrooms with a bathroom and lounge, allowing privacy for both operators and guests. Initially 80% of business came from the Rail Trail, however this is now changing so that now at least 50% of their guests are independent, national and international clients who are demanding luxury accommodation. A new owner will have the option to either continue this business plan and enjoy a similar lifestyle or to take up the challenge to grow the business by operating all year round; by supplying evening meals and accepting walk-in clientele. Registered GST buyers would have the option to claim back the GST portion if they so wished. To purchase this beautiful slice of Maniototo history for $595,000 including buildings and business and chattels please call Sarah Smith at Southern Wide Real Estate on

16 CREATIVE NZ ART & CULTURAL FUNDING The Creative Communities applications are open for this funding round, so if you have an Arts project in mind that can benefit our community then it s a great chance to apply for some help to get it up and running. Under this scheme, the arts is defined as all forms of creative and interpretative expression. There are some eligibility requirements, so if you would like to know more judith.whyte@codc.govt.nz. or pick up an application form from any Central Otago District Council office. Applications close on the 13th February 2015 at 4.00pm and the next funding round will be in September NOT JUST ART ON THE GREEN If it's art, craft, interesting or collectable and can be sold or exhibited then join the Maniototo Arts Council on Friday 6th February outside the Ranfurly i-site from 10am-4pm. Enquiries to Denise on (03) or monkey.puzzle@xtra.co.nz 16

17 Advertorial RANFURLY CLINIC HAPPENINGS As many of you will already know there are some staffing changes that have taken place within the Ranfurly clinic in January. But for those of you who saw the advertisement in the December edition of the Positively Maniototo for a receptionist and are wondering what is happening, here is a run-down. Rachel Andrews who has (in general) been the first face to greet you as you entered the Ranfurly clinic for the past 10 years has gained an internal promotion and is now the Clinic Coordinator for the Ranfurly, Alexandra and Cromwell clinics. Rachel has been a member of the VetEnt (formerly Central Vets) team for in excess of 21 years after securing a nursing role in the Ranfurly clinic in After just under 5 years in that role she moved to the Alexandra branch to further develop her skills and while in that clinic held various positions from Receptionist through to Clinic Manager. In 2001 Rachel moved to Invercargill to take on other challenges in the industry and worked for Landbase/Greenfields in both Invercargill and Timaru, before moving to Dunedin to run the Bulk Barn for Wrightson. She returned to the Central Vets Alexandra clinic in 2004 and then returned to Ranfurly clinic in Rachel s new role will involve a lot of travel between the clinics and therefore requires a full time receptionist in the Ranfurly clinic. This position has now been filled, and we are excited to welcome Sara Reveley to the team. Sara hails originally from a sheep and beef farm near Mt Somers in Mid-Canterbury, but has lived in the Maniototo for the past 3 years. During her time here she has embraced the community and many of you will already know Sara from Young Farmers, or from the various farm positions she has held in the area. Sara has worked within the Sheep & Beef sector and the Dairy sector in recent years, most recently as an Artificial Breeding Assistant with LIC. We are sure that you will all join us in welcoming Sara to the VetEnt team. SHANE THE ARBORIST A SOLUTION TO SUIT EVERY BUDGET QUALIFIED & INSURED SHANE THE ABORIST shanebtrees@gmail.com Stuart Road, Ranfurly. Phone OPEN GARDEN DAY Maniototo Garden Club On Sunday December 28th, 2014 the Maniototo Garden Club held a very successful Open Garden Day in the Naseby/ Danseys Pass area. It was an absolute pleasure to visit gardens in this area. A huge thank you to Glenis and David Crutchley for providing a venue for serving the delicious Devonshire teas made by the fantastic team of St John's volunteers. Also, a huge thank you to all the gardeners who allowed the community to visit their gardens. This year there was a selection of new gardens, gardens undergoing restoration and large established country gardens. The day was enjoyed by all who attended with record ticket sales. Thank you to all the gardeners and the people who supported this worthy fund-raiser with proceeds to be donated to community projects and charities. Also thank you to all our raffle sponsors including Maniototo Paint and Hardware, Black Forest Cafe, Challenge Ranfurly, Maniototo 4 Square and Maniototo Supermarket, Farmlands Ranfurly and Westpac Bank. Thanks are also extended to ticket sellers More than Books, Naseby Store, Naseby Information Centre, Ida Valley Kitchen and Cheryl Smith. Without your support the day would not have been possible. Raffle results:-1st B Bennie, 2nd C Smith, 3rd D Whyte and 4th C McKewan. 24 Hour Fuel Accept EFT POS, BP, Credit Cards including RD1 High flow diesel pump Castrol Oil Distributor Check out our awesome in-store deals now! Ag & Auto workshops (6) Qualified Technicians (1) Apprentice Specialising in car, ute, motorbike, ATV, tractor, digger, farm equipment and light truck repairs. MTA approved member. Duncan Agmech winter feed equipment CaseIH Parts & Service Agent Husqvarna Forest & Garden Robertson Pearson -Rata -King Hitter Post Drivers AVAILABLE FOR HIRE - CaseIH MX100c & Loader/ Silage Grab/Soft Hands Puma 155MC & Loader /Silage Grab/Soft For all your Ag & Auto repairs talk to Mike today Open 7.30am Mon-Friday, noon Saturday or office@mclarens.net.nz 17

18 Jane Falconer presents her CLACHANBURN COMMENT January has been like a good old Central Otago summer like we used to experience in the 60 s and 70 s, hot dry sunny days, sometimes with wind but no rain. It is lovely for holiday makers and school children but certainly not good for farmers and gardeners. Let us cut to the chase and note what we can do in these conditions to help protect our plants. Try to water in the early morning or evening when there will be less evaporation. When you do need to mow the lawns lift the height of the mower up a few notches. Select what is most important to you, and if you have young plants they will require regular watering, as will plants in pots. A hand held hose will go further than sprinklers. Cut back perennials to take some stress off them, and when it rains they will come back again, as long as in the meantime you can give them a little water. Mulch if you can as this will help to keep any moisture in the ground. We have had water problems here too, and on days when the farm pump shed has not been working, I am reminded that the garden is not the top priority, so I have resorted to using the bath water to water the courtyard plants. We have identified certain shrubberies in the shade which will cope with less water, and some lawns in the outer areas have to cope with less water too. Avoid using any machinery which is not absolutely necessary, to ensure no grass fire starts up. I have been enjoying and admiring the achievements accomplished in a new garden being developed in Patearoa. What a season to have been planting new trees, shrubs and smaller plants. However by first of all selecting plants which will grow in the Maniototo, being vigilant with regular watering by hand, and heavily mulching, and staking to prevent wind damage great results are being made. A recent visit with a friend to Janet Blair s garden near Arrowtown, reminded me that in the heat of summer, flower borders of white and blue with grey leaves surrounded by green shrubs and hopefully lawn, works particularly well and has a cooling effect. In some areas a few, not many, old fashioned dark pink/red roses were included which just lifted it all beautifully. Every day it does not rain is one day closer until it does hang in there! Hopefully by the time you read this we have all had a good rain. Good luck. Jane MANIOTOTO MUSEUM TREASURES Hazel Harrison On display in the museum is a black brooch with silver inlay which belonged to Mrs Margaret Armstrong, wife of head shepherd John, , to Captain Hamilton, Waipiata. Mrs Armstrong was born Margaret McLauchlin, 1816, in Scotland. She immigrated to New Zealand with her husband and eleven children [two others remaining in Scotland] arriving at Lyttelton 12 th April They walked over the Bridle Track to Christchurch where Mr Armstrong met Captain Hamilton who was signing up staff for his Run. Once sheep were purchased the group headed south by bullock wagon, driving the stock at the same time, until they reached the Waipiata district in the middle of June It was bitterly cold with snow lying and no dwellings as yet constructed, not a welcoming place for a family. Mrs Armstrong was undaunted and not only did she care for her own family but was mother to all other staff, winning their respect very quickly. Captain Hamilton had every confidence in her for successfully nursing sick men, without the benefit of a doctor or present day medications. Mid-1863 a shepherd, Kenneth Mackay, fell ill with a fever and despite all Mrs Armstrong s best efforts died. He was quickly buried on the Run as they feared he may have had the plague. Unfortunately Mrs Armstrong also contacted the condition and died 12 th October She was buried beside Kenneth Mackay. The fourth daughter, Margaret, aged fourteen years, took over the care of the family and Mr Armstrong remained working for Captain Hamilton until circa 1873 when he moved to Timaru to be with Margaret who was now married to Robert Kennedy. Mrs Margaret Armstrong was a true Maniototo pioneer whom we can be very proud of. 18

19 POSITIVELY MANIOTOTO MONTHLY BUSINESS DIRECTORY ANDREW P. HAYES BUSINESS AND TAXATION CONSULTANT, OAMARU Eden Street, Oamaru P.O. Box 168, Oamaru Telephone: (03) Mobile (027) Fax: (03) at the Maniototo Service Centre Pery Street, 2nd Thursday each month WADSWORTH LTD FIRE WOOD PROCESSING Offering flexible, affordable, cost effective firewood processing and tree felling. Supplier of retail and wholesale firewood. Tony Wadsworth or TRAVELLING? Holiday or Business? Contact the expert who can create an inspiring tailor made holiday for you. Phone (03) or (027) *TAANZ approved Travel Broker for NZ Travel Brokers WINNER- TAANZ AWARD BEST BROKER BRAND MCER Mining & Construction Equipment Repairs Ltd Heavy equipment repairs & servicing Component overhauls Hydraulic Repairs Electrical repairs Mobile welding Phone: Paul Bain , or Workshop: C/o Hyslop Rural, 28 Bell Street, Outram Central Otago Tree Care Qualified and 25 years experienced tree surgeon for all your tree felling and pruning needs. Large and difficult felling a specialty. Fully insured. Cromwell based. Jerry Lynch Phone

20 The Burn Budget Your community calendar + a few extras! WHAT S ON BURN AND WHEN 10 Pery Street, Ranfurly burn729am@scorch.co.nz Becker's Transport Road Reports, Cancellations & Water Notices - Top of the hour 6am - 10am Helina s Kitchen Birthday calls 7.50am weekdays/ 9.20am weekends McLarens Machinery Buy, Sell and Swap 9.30am, 11.30am and 3.30pm weekdays Vet Centre Community Notices 10.30am, 2.30pm and 5.30pm weekdays Farming Show 12noon - 1pm weekdays Monday Night Memories 7pm - 9pm Mondays Groundworks Ltd Country Show 6pm - 8pm Wednesdays & 9am - 12 noon Sundays Entire Plumbing Rock Show 6pm - 8pm Thursdays Combined Churches Choices 8am - 9am Sundays McLarens Sports Round Up 9.30am Sundays The Hits Weekends 6pm Friday nights and after midday Saturday and Sunday For all notices placed in Buy, Sell & Swap, Live and Community Notices for individuals or groups, a gold coin donation would be very much appreciated (other than community groups who already make an annual donation). Thank you. MONDAYS Ceramics Club: Ranfurly Karate Club: Monday Night Memories: TUESDAYS Pottery Group: Maniototo Ladies Golf: Uruuruwhenua: Maniototo Golf: WEDNESDAYS Catholic Women s League: Artists Group: Line Dancing: Ranfurly Karate: Maniototo Bridge: Country Show: THURSDAYS Rock Show: FRIDAYS Catholic Women s League: SATURDAYS Maniototo Golf: SUNDAYS Presbyterian Church: Naseby Golf: Catholic Church: 10am at the Art Centre. Contact Carol or Maureen Kearney pm for beginners & lower grades, Maniototo Arts Centre. $1pp call Burn 729am 7-9pm, Arts Centre, Reade Street, Ranfurly. Contact Denise Maniototo Golf Club 10.30am, tee off 11am. Contact Liz or Belinda Smoking cessation 10.30am 2.30pm and from 6.30pm - Ranfurly Plunket Rooms. Twilight Golf at 6pm Contact Eric Stringer Op Shop. Open 10.30am pm. Contact Francie on pm, Arts Centre, Reade Street, Ranfurly. Contact Norma pm, Arts Centre. Contact Joan Graded Members, Arts Centre 6-8pm. $1pp. Call pm Wallace Memorial Rooms. New members very welcome. Call Ang on Burn 729am 6-8pm Burn 729am. 6pm - 8pm Op Shop. Open 10.30am 4.30pm. All welcome. Contact Francie on Tee off 12.45pm. Contact Wayne for details on am Family Church Service at Ranfurly Club Competition. Tee off 1pm. Contact Carol or Syd pm Mass, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Stuart Road, Ranfurly Maniototo Toy Library 2nd Monday 11.30am 12.30pm Renee or Michelle Maniototo Spinners 2nd and 4th Monday 10am 3pm Bonnie or Karen Plunket Playgroup 1st Wednesday Heather Garden Club 1st Thursday 7.30pm Mary St Hilda's Anglican Church 1st Sunday 10.30am St Hilda s Church, Ranfurly Naseby Vision 3rd Friday 7.30pm Naseby Fire Brigade Rooms Please note some dates may alter over the school holidays 20