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Railwayman Bob Norling is to see his 46 years’ service to the community when he receives a Queens Service Medal (QSM) later this year.

The Ohakune man will receive his QSM having been nominated for services to railway heritage and the community.

His wife Colleen said when he opened the letter advising that he had been nominated, he was completely surprised and actually dropped the letter on the ground.

Bob’s community service in the Waimarino started in 1974, joining the Ohakune 3000 Promotions Association and helping to organise the annual Carrot Carnival and Christmas festivals and parades.

He was a past chairman of the Ohakune Retailers group.Railway restoration

In 1989, he helped form the Main Trunk Rail Ohakune (MTRO) group, which aimed to retain and restore much of the railway heritage at the Ohakune Junction, triggered by the sorry state of the Ohakune Railway Station, which had a demolition order on it at the time.

MTRO saw that the Troup-designed railway station should not be lost, so set about saving it.

“In today’s world, our railway station is quite a tourist focal point. In 1990 it wasn’t,” says Bob.

This project also saw the rebuilding of the Ohakune Railway Yards for tourist steam trains and carrot exports, rebuild the 70-foot railway turntable, and transport and set up the signal box from Paekakariki.

“You can’t have steam train trips without the turntable,” says Bob.

His group also started the investigations into the Ohakune Old Coach Road and Hapuawhenua Viaduct and seeing them attain Historic Places classifications.

Along with Ruapehu Lions, which

he later joined, he helps to organise the annual Tangiwai Candlelight Memorial Service every Christmas Eve.

Bob has also been involved in many rail history commemorations and visiting steam train excursions, including the centenary celebrations of the first Parliamentary train in August 2008 and the Last Spike ceremony on the North Island Main Trunk Line.Mainstreet

Around 2001 he joined the Ohakune 2000 Incorporated Mainstreet upgrade project committee.

In 2009 he was involved in the celebrations to mark the centenary of the first Wellington to Auckland express train, the reopening of the Hapuawhenua Viaduct and setting up the Ohakune Junction Railway Museum.

He received a Department of Conservation Award for his work on the Ohakune Old Coach Road.

He and the late Errol Vincent worked to kick-start the Ohakune Old Coach Road project, bush bashing to find its cobblestones and flying above to pick out the different colours of the trees showing its route.

Together they did the paperwork that got it Category 1 status with Heritage New Zealand in 2004.

Since 2015, he has been involved in the MTRO-Ruapehu Lions project to upgrade the Tangiwai Rail Disaster Memorial, organising the inscription of 151 names of the rail disaster victims on the memorial.

The major upgrade of the memorial area is on-going, with plans for more improvements on the go.

The latest effort has been to improve and install several information panels around the site.Since 21

Bob Norling arrived in Ohakune aged 21

QSM for Bob the railwayman

Bob Norling, QSM, at Tangiwai, where he leads a group to uprade the site that commemorates New Zealand’s worst rail disaster.Turn to Page 4

Locals day on the WakaP2

Bridge track re-opensP3

Horse trek for the MaraeP4

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What’s onround

RuapehuTussock Traverse 26 JanuaryWaimarino A&P Show 15-16 February Wild Food Festival 15-16 February Ruapehu Express 22 February

Ski, Board & BikeCnr Ayr St & Goldfinch St, Ohakune06-385-8433, tcbskiandboard.co.nz

THE CYPRUS TREE79 Clyde St, Ohakune Ph: 06 385 8857Contemporary café, bar and restaurant. Come and try our new small plates menu. Enjoy quality wine, craft beer, food and friendly service in our spacious, family friendly establishment. Fireside lounge and children’s play area, cosy indoors or perfect alfresco dining with spectacular mountain views. A great place for casual get togethers or special occasions.

UToPia Café/RESTaURanT47 Clyde St, Ohakune Ph: 06 385 9120Fully licensed café open 7 days from 7am for breakfast and lunch. A memorable atmosphere with a superb range of delicious food and beverages, served by our upbeat and friendly staff. Fully renovated cafe, now with stunning decor, gas fire, comfortable seating both downstairs and upstairs, also with a brand new sunny outdoor garden area. Free WiFi with purchase.

oCR CafE & RESTaURanT2 Tyne St, Ohakune (Bottom of the Mountain Rd) Ph: 06 385 8322Come and enjoy some of Ohakune’s finest in a relaxed cosy atmosphere. Enjoy a delicious platter, wholesome food and NZ wine and craft beers. Gluten free options available. Excellent kids menu. Fully licensed.

La PiZZERia6 Thames St, Ohakune Junction Ph: 06 385 8558 Ohakune's most famous pizza restaurant. For over 30 years we have been cooking Ohakune's best pizza. Come up and see us in the "Junction" at the end of the Old Coach Road and try one of our hot, tasty, handmade pizzas. Open for dinner, takeaway or dine in BYOW and fully licensed. Check us out online at: lapizzeria.co.nz

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KinGS baR & RESTaURanT3 Rimu St, Ohakune Junction Ph: 06 385 8648Est in 1913, historic Kings offers an inviting menu by locally renown chefs, a great selection of boutique wines and is the exclusive venue to offer Ruapehu Brewing Company beers on tap. See our Facebook page for what’s on and opening times.

THE PoWDERKEGBottom of the mountain road Ph: 06 385 8888The iconic Powderkeg at the bottom of the mountain road remains Ohakune’s most popular venue for all ages. With 30 years’ commitment to fantastic food, friendly service and fun times, The Keg is the perfect place to meet friends for dinner, drinks or just all round good times. Powderkeg open from 4pm weekdays. Open from 3pm Saturday and Sunday.

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Sky Waka locals day gives back Hundreds of Ruapehu

and Taupo locals headed to Mt Ruapehu for a weekend ride on the Sky Waka in December – not only for the experience but also for a couple of local causes.

RAL offered locals a chance to experience the new Sky Waka in summer at a discount price, raising $6420, to be shared between St John Waimarino Area Committee and the National Park Community Pool, with a further $757 raised in donation buckets.

Nearly 1300 people rode the Sky Waka over the two days.

RAL general manager sales and marketing Michelle Caldwell said feedback across the weekend was really positive.

“Loads of locals (had) either never been high on the mountain as they don’t ski, or those who do ski had never been before in summer, noting the vast differences in the scenery and terrain as the snow melts.”

Michelle added that due to the success of the weekend Mt Ruapehu is now offering a new summer local price. For people who live in the Taupō and Ruapehu Districts there is now a special Sky Waka price of $20pp when they bring a full paying visitor to the mountain.

“We want our locals to enjoy the maunga on a regular basis and be proud to bring their visitors to one

of New Zealand’s newest attractions throughout the summer.”

Emma Benefield, St John Waimarino Area, says that fundraising is vital to keep improving the area’s St John services and equipment and this opportunity is fantastic.

“In the past the Area Committee has supplied the local station with defibrillators, essential equipment, ambulances and one of our newest ventures and quite exciting is the Health Shuttle. This is a free service for anyone to use so they can get a ride to and from hospital when they have an appointment.

“The shuttle can be booked and it’s for the

elderly or anyone at all, including families who need to take their babies to and from hospital and are not comfortable to drive themselves, everything. And it’s absolutely free. The health shuttle was supplied by the Area Committee, we fundraised extensively for it.

“Bringing the locals up the mountain is great and being able to not only fundraise for St John but explain the story that you can get a ride on the health shuttle for free has been valuable for us.”

Emma adds that the opportunity to be up the mountain for fundraising is hard to put into words.

“It’s a really good experience and we’re thankful that we have the opportunity to be up here.”

The money raised for the National Park community pool will help buy a new thermal pool cover. The pool, which is at National Park school, is open during the summer for community use.

Fundraiser Rachel Mariu said it was a great opportunity. “We really appreciate everything that Mt Ruapehu does

for the local areas and community groups. Mt Ruapehu really supports our National Park school a lot, and even though this is a community pool the school looks after it and we’re all really appreciative for the help that we receive.

“We’re really grateful – it’s hard to keep pools open. National Park is so isolated and rurally it’s 40km from any major town. Having a facility like that for the community to use for well-being and a sense of coming together is really important.”

Michelle adds that with the new Sky Waka open all year round the mountain is now truly a year-round attraction.

“As well as offering a great summer experience the Sky Waka is valuable to the region’s economy resulting in employment for locals and a boost to local restaurants, bars and accommodation with the influx of summer visitors to what has traditionally been a winter activity.”

St John Waimarino Area Committee representatives, from left Emma Benefield, Katie Undasova and Anne Roke, collecting for the Shuttle at the Sky Waka locals day.

The locals day at Whakapapa benefitted the National Park School Pool, from left Jo Siebert, Rata Mariu (4) Rachel Mariu.

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Why is the power going off?As owner and operator of the National Grid, Transpower needs to undertake essential maintenance at the Ohakune Substation to ensure a reliable supply of electricity to Raetihi and the surrounding areas. Powerco are also taking the opportunity to undertake work in their network during this time.

We have worked to fi nd a time that will cause as little disruption as possible to the local community. Power supply will be turned off to the area on:

Sunday 9 February 2020, from 7:00am – 7:00pm.Note, this date could be affected by severe adverse weather. Our alternative outage date is Sunday 23 February.

The areas affected by the power outage are shown on the adjacent map are illustrative only.

Transpower recognises that there is never an ideal time for consumers to be without electricity and apologises for any inconvenience this power outage may cause.

For information on whether your property is affected, please call your retailer with your customer number.

RAETIHI AND SURROUNDING AREAS SUNDAY 9 FEBRUARY 2020,

7:00am – 7:00pm

POWER OUTAGE AFFECTING

1. If you are reliant on electricity for medical support equipment, please contact your medical provider for advice.

2. Turn off all electronic appliances at the wall (microwaves, TVs, DVDs, computers etc) before you go to bed.

3. Lift and store enough drinking water from personal water wells before the power goes off.

4. If you are on shift work, fi ll up your petrol tank the night before – remember pumps and eftpos won’t work.

5. While the power is off, treat all power lines and electrical wiring as being live at all times.

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Mangapurua Cycle Track reopens The Mangapurua section of the Mountains to Sea cycle

trail has been re-opened following extensive work by the Department of Conservation (DOC) team in Whanganui.

The key section of trail to the Bridge to Nowhere has been closed since April 2019, impacting dozens of businesses in the Ruapehu and Whanganui districts as riders couldn’t complete their adventure plans.

Managers of the track say that, thanks to “considerable investment by the Department of Conservation and the Ministry of Business Innovation and Enterprise (MBIE), the reopening track has been assessed as “the best it’s ever been”.

Damian Coutts – Director Operations, Central North Island for DOC was positive about bringing experienced cyclists back into the area.

“We understand the frustration many have been feeling about the extended closure, but our ground team have put in the hard mahi (work) and deliver a safe track,” he said.

Improvements to the trail include:• Track has been widened through most of its length

although DOC recommends riding a quality suspension mountain-bike.

• Repairs have been made to culverts and downhill sections.

• Temporary barrier fences along drop offs have been installed (in the longer term they will be replaced with more permanent options).

• Grass and scrub have been cleared (including uncovering a section of the original Bridge to Nowhere settlement road.)

• Bluff sections have been widened. However, DOC advises that this area is still subject to rock falls due to the geology (papa), so care is required. (especially Cody’s and Hannah’s Bluff), and work will continue over time to monitor and improve these sections.

Although now in great shape, Mr Coutts emphasized slips are still likely – especially following rain – and riders should be prepared to dismount and walk their bikes with the rider on the uphill side at times.Audit

Richard Leggat, who completed the recent audit assessment on behalf of NZ Cycle Trail Organisation, commented that

“the trail is in the best condition it has ever been and will provide a rewarding adventure ride experience into a very special part of New Zealand – and shouldn’t be missed”.

He says that with nearly 1000 riders expected to travel through the area as part of the Tour Aotearoa Brevet in February and March, along with hundreds of riders who have been waiting to complete their bucket list trip this summer, it will be a welcome boost to the many small businesses who support the trail.

Jet boat operator Ken Haworth of Whanganui River Adventures said he is excited to see the trail reopening after having had to turn away hundreds of bookings over the last eight months.

“And we’re only one operator of many that support the trail with logistics, accommodation, food and more,” Ken said.

With the missing link restored, communities from Ohakune, Whakahoro and National Park, along the Whanganui River Road and into Whanganui all stand to benefit from a much-needed boost to their customer flow.

The Mountains to Sea network of trails is a significant draw-card to both the Ruapehu and Whanganui districts – with iconic sections including the Ohakune Old Coach Road and Mangapurua Bridge to Nowhere bringing riders on a diverse journey from Tūroa to North Mole in Whanganui.

Mountains to Sea – Ngā Ara Tūhono Trail Champion and Marketing Manager Lynley Twyman said for those who don’t want to tackle the whole journey there are plenty of options to complete individual sections.

“The trail not only brings new tourists into the area but also keeps them coming back. Our target for the next 12 months is to welcome over 15,000 riders through the trails – each staying an average of four nights in the trail area – that’s a lot of revenue into the area,” Lynley said.

“Another significant bonus is getting primarily New Zealanders into an area largely undiscovered – and the more we appreciate what we have the more we treasure it.”

Mountains to Sea – Ngā Ara Tūhono is one of New Zealand’s 22 Great rides, navigating the journey from Tūroa to the Tasman Sea via the Whanganui.

Visit mountainstosea.nz for more information. Warning fencing has been installed at Battleship Bluff on the Mangapurua Track. Photo supplied.

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Waimarino wedding

Waimarino’s Tangaroa Joyce married Naomi Palmer, now Naomi Joyce, on Friday 10 January. Three of the groom’s party – George Joyce, Waylon Clapp and Trae Maihi – as well as Tangaroa, attended Ruapehu College, and family member Shaniqua was one of the flower girls. The others were family of Naomi as well as good friends made at University and Church. Tangaroa’s parents Rick and Angel Joyce said they are proud to announce the wedding of their son and that it was “a lovely day, with God’s name held high on a mantle”. Photo: Rawhitiroa Photography.

as a New Zealand Railways communications and signals technician, tasked with building a system to control the signals and points between Waiouru and Taumarunui.

Ohakune was a major station then, “the heart of the main trunk line”, and the control panel was to be based there. He did the job in 1964-5, “making poor station agents redundant”, and in 1968 he married local woman Colleen Sue.

The marriage pulled him away from his “railway family” and into the Ohakune community. When Railways decided to move the control panel to Taumarunui he wanted to stay in Ohakune and bought the Ohakune TV Electrical business.

His wife ran the shop until Railways moved the panel in 1977 and he has now run it for 45 years.

As a young man, he was involved in pulling down the station’s signal box and was later involved in replacing it.

Bob says he has had lots of help from “innovative and hardworking” people along the way – from Ruapehu District Council, the Conservation Department, Ruapehu iwi Ngāti Rangi and Ohakune’s “lovely lot of retailers”.

His wife has helped by tolerating absences from family life.

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QSM for Bob the railwayman

Tuhiariki Marae Horse Trek

Around 30 riders from around the North Island took to the trails on their horses early in December, taking park in the Tuhi Ariki Horse Trek.

The group had all ages taking part in the two-day trek held on Te Paenga Station on the Parapara Road.

It was the Marae’s our third trek as a fundraiser, raising money for a new marae building, which is a first step towards the future of Tuhi Ariki Marae.

Raewyn Sinclair, trek organiser, said that with the help of whānau cooking, baking, donating and guiding the trek, it was a very successful weekend.

“We give thanks to all that made this weekend one to remember.”

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Ohakune Primary Schoolstarts back on

Wednesday 29 JanuaryPowhiri 10am

We welcome our school community, new students and whanau to join us.

The office is open 8am – 3pm for new enrolments and uniforms on Friday 24 and Monday 27 & Tuesday 28 JanuaryThe Principal, Lisa Clark, can also be contacted for new enrolments

and visits on principal@ohakune.school.nz

06-385-8384 or 027 388 7581

1. If you are reliant on electricity for medical support equipment, please contact your medical provider for advice.2. Turn off all electronic appliances at the wall (microwaves, TVs, DVDs, computers etc). 3. Lift and store enough drinking water from personal water wells before the power goes off.4. If you are on shift work, fi ll up your petrol tank the night before – remember pumps and eftpos won’t work.5. While the power is off, treat all power lines and electrical wiring as being live at all times as it could be

restored earlier than planned.

PREPARING FOR THE POWER OUTAGE

Why is the power going off?Transpower, the owner and operator of the National Grid, and Powerco who connect homes and businesses in this region are undertaking essential maintenance work at the Mataroa substation and its connecting lines.

Unfortunately, this maintenance cannot be undertaken while the substation is in service.

Transpower and Powerco would like to advise residents and businesses in and around Taihape, Waiouru and surrounding areas that a power outage is required on:

Sunday 16 February 2020, from 9:00am – 4:00pm.Note, this date could be affected by severe adverse weather. Our alternative outage date is Sunday 23 February 2020.

The areas likely to be affected by the power outage are shown on the adjacent map. We recognise that there is never an ideal time for consumers to be without electricity and we apologise for any inconvenience this power outage may cause. Transpower and Powerco have worked to fi nd a time that is least inconvenient.

For further information, please contact communications@transpower.co.nz or phone 04 590 7000. For information on whether your property is affected, please call your retailer with your customer number.

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Kainga Ora investing in its Ruapehu homes

SH4 meetings promisedCommunity meetings are to be planned

for Waimarino people to hear updates on work on the Parapara Highway (State Highway Four), New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) has advised.

This will be a series of pop-up meet-ings in Ohakune and Whanganui, to give the community a chance to ask about the temporary road and Te Ore Ore slip; the continued repair work taking place on SH4; the future development of a new SH4; anything else about SH4 residents might want to know.

Waka Kotahi NZTA regional transport systems manager Mark Owen said he was pleased that access was restored just ahead of Christmas.

“Even a short road closure will affect a community. And that part of the year is always an important one for families. So it was very pleasing to have this open in time for Christmas and the holiday season.

“A lot of thanks need to go to the team and our contractors for their hard work, as well as to the Ruapehu and Whanganui district councils for their support. But most of all we’d like to thank the locals

for all their patience and understanding over these past few months”.

With the temporary road open, NZTA is looking toward the next key steps in SH4 development.

Te Ore Ore Underslip: The road is open to all vehicles. A 30 km/h speed limit in place and the road will continue to be monitored 24/7 remotely and by onsite staff.

Raukawa Falls: The land acquisition, design and consent application processes are all underway.

Whiskey’s Corner: Slip removal has finished, and rock bolting work has begun.

South Rapui Retreat: The project is now in the design phase, with consents and other documentation underway.

Otoko Pā Overslip: Physical works are continuing well and in line with the con-tract works program.

Hapokopoko Curve Rock: The design work has been completed, and consent submitted.

Kukuta Underslip: Land acquisition, design and consent application processes all underway.

Before ... the site of Te Ore Ore slip. The October 2019 slip cut off direct access on SH4 between Raetihi and Whanganui.

...and after … the new temporary road reconnecting the SH4 link opened on 20 December 2019. The road is open to all traffic, with a 30 km/h speed limit currently in place.

Kāinga Ora is investing more than $290,000 into maintaining and making improvements to homes for its tenants and their whānau in Ruapehu this financial year.

The spending on maintenance such as painting, fencing, roofing and driveway safety improvements are part of its focus on improving the quality of its homes for families, Regional Manager Darren Toy says.

Kāinga Ora owns 85 homes in the Ruapehu region.The $294,000 investment in the 2018-19 financial year

includes more than $14,000 on fencing improvements, about $219,000 on painting, and more than $59,000 on roofing.

Mr Toy says Kāinga Ora is committed to ensuring the health and safety of its tenants and investing in the maintenance of its homes plays a big role in that.

“It’s great to see this money being spent on our homes in Ruapehu. These improvements will help keep our homes in good condition and provide a safe, warm environment for tenants and their whānau.”

Kāinga Ora spends about half a billion dollars each year on maintenance and improvements.

Mr Toy says Kāinga Ora takes the health and safety of its tenants and their families seriously and these improvements were “tangible proof of that philosophy”.

Kāinga Ora was established on 1 October 2019 and brought together the people and resources of KiwiBuild, HLC and Housing New Zealand to bring a joined-up approach to delivering the Government’s priorities for housing and urban development, ending homelessness and making homes more affordable.

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DOC Whanganui welcomes careful visitors to the outdoors

Mt Ruapehu continued background activity show minor volcanic unrest

spots this summer to ensure, huts and campsites are in great condition for visitors.

Strategic advisor Aaron Rice-Edwards says DOC anticipates and welcomes the increasing number of visitors seeking out the serenity, peace and adventure experienced on the Whanganui River.

“The opportunity for visitors to experience nature and connect with our great outdoors has provided for many a lasting impact shared with friends and whanau over the years,” Aaron says.

“We are asking people to do their part by being safe on the awa [river], tidy, respectful and well-prepared. People

need to be aware and conscious of essential basic awa rules ie; wear your life jacket securely, keep to the side while jet boats and other motorised vessels are passing.”

Paddlers intending to spend several days on the river should also pay special attention to getting a good weather forecast before they get on the water.

At the same time as welcoming visitors, DOC supervisor senior ranger recreation and historic Jim Campbell also advises the Department will be taking a stronger line on those breaking the rules and strongly advises visitors to stay only at designated campsites.

The Whanganui District Department of Conservation (DOC) are calling on visitors to the area to take care and look

after the special places under their control.DOC has rangers and volunteers

working in popular recreation and holiday

DOC rangers Jim Campbell and Haki patrol the Whanganui River, checking on campsites to ensure compliance. Photo supplied.

Mt Ruapehu’s Crater Lake continues to show minor volcanic unrest, with low volcanic tremor levels and gas flux and chemical concentrations of the crater lake water unchanged or within normal variation, reports GNS.

Over the last 5-6 months measurements of Mt Ruapehu’s Crater Lake (Te Wai ā-moe) temperature, earthquake activity and chemistry have remained consistent with minor volcanic unrest.

The lake temperature has hovered around 22-28°C, which is broadly the median lake temperature over the past 10 years (25°C).

Using numerical modelling GNS estimates that 100–200 MW of energy input is required to keep the lake temperature at 25°C. This equates to 10–20% of New Zealand’s geothermal electrical energy production and shows that despite the apparent quiescence, Mt Ruapehu is still a very active volcano.

Like most volcanoes it has the potential to erupt with little or no

warning when in a state of volcanic unrest, says GNS.

Statistically, over the past 40 years most eruptions at Mt Ruapehu have occurred at temperatures that are very rarely observed (above 39°C and below 16°C). The Volcanic Alert Level, therefore, remains at Level 1.

The Volcanic Alert Level reflects the current level of volcanic activity and is not a forecast of future activity. There is no change in the Aviation Colour Code from Green. GNS Science and the National Geohazards Monitoring Centre continues to closely monitor Mt Ruapehu for further signs of activity.

GeoNet continuously monitors for earthquakes, the level of volcanic tremor and acoustic signals around Mt Ruapehu. These are complemented by a data logger measuring the water level and temperature at the outlet of the Crater Lake (Te Wai ā-moe).

Regular gas flights and lake sampling are also undertaken as weather permits.

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Ruapehu Summertime Bulletin 2019 • 1

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Ronald Frew, obituaryThe shed and marquee at the

Frew family farm was overflowing with people when the Waimarino community said farewell to Ronald Frew on Saturday 11 January.

The former Ruapehu District councillor and farmer died follow-ing a quad-bike accident on Mon-day 6 January.

Ronald Taylor Frew was born 10 July 1966 in Raetihi Hospital, the eldest son of Peggy and Ron Frew. He is oldest brother to Peter, Tony and Jenny, husband of Fran and fa-ther to Joshua, Matthew, Lisa and Racheal. He is uncle, cousin and friend to many.

Growing up, Ronald always helped on the farm and in the mar-ket garden and was known as being incredibly capable at operating ma-chinery from a very young age.

He suffered a few broken bones and hair-raising adventures in his youth with his brothers and friends he still has to this day.

Ronald was educated at Ohakune Primary School and Ruapehu Col-

lege. In his 6th form year he went on a rotary exchange to Austral-ia, which was the beginning of a friendship group that has lasted to this day.

Ronald went to Taratahi Agricul-tural College for a spell and again formed lifelong friendships – a con-stant theme throughout his whole life.

In between a UK trip to work and travel, he worked in New Zealand driving trucks, in shearing gangs and working on the family farm and market garden.

He also attended Massey Univer-sity in 1988 completing a diploma in horticulture and it was here that he met Fran.

Ronald worked as a shearing contractor for a few years and in other shearing gangs across New Zealand.

He worked in the Frew Family Partnership with Ron, Peggy and Peter until he and Fran went out on their own, making a success of their farming enterprise.

Ronald has continued to be in-volved in shearing, being chairman of the Waimarino Shearing Com-mittee and still picking up a hand piece to shear his friend’s sheep.

Ronald served as an elected member on the Ruapehu District Council, representing the Waima-rino Ward. When elected, he prom-ised to be a strong rural voice but also a strong supporter of the tour-ism industry. He found he preferred being on the land to being on the council.

For the last couple of years Ron-ald has had the Cold Kiwi rally on his farm, an involvement he really enjoyed.

He loved skiing – both snow and water and was also very involved in TASCI and he skied like he lived – fast and fun.

Trucks are another great pas-sion of Ronald’s and he and Fran enjoyed many truck runs in their trucks with the classic truck club.

Most importantly, Ronald loved being a father to Joshua, Matthew,

Lisa and Rachael. His favourite times were spent with Fran and the kids and they travelled and adven-tured together skiing overseas, go-ing to Lake Taupo, to Australia and the Islands. Ronald will be sorely missed by all his friends and family.

The family would like to thank everybody for their overwhelming support through sending flowers, cards and messages, making food, visiting, attending the service and continuing to support them through the tough days ahead.

Ronald Frew.

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Auto Services

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FIREWOOD, 5 ton log loads and mixed split wood early summer special, $70 per cube green, dry $100 per cube. Call Keith 027 575 8377 or Kenny 022 155 3498.

TOPSOIL. Clean, machine processed topsoil. Any quantity available, Ohakune. Plenty in stock. Delivery available. Phone 027 586 1015.

FIREWOOD, www.d e a d m a n f i r e w o o d merchants.co.nz or call Mike 027 477 1992.

FIREWOOD, Douglas fir & bluegum. $360 for 4 cubic meters, $700 for 8 cubic metres. Phone 020 4056 3099.

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Septic tanks, water tanks, grease traps. Call us for fast efficient service.Phone Chris on 06-388-0452. FIREWOOD THE

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WATER TROUGHS, cattle or sheep. Different sizes. Delivered price quoted. Ph 0800-487-633.

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RUAPEHU COLLEGE

OPENING DATES 2020TERM START DATES

Tuesday 28 January – Seniors only.Years 11, 12 and 13

Wednesday 29 January – whole school Years 9, 10, 11, 12, 13

Thursday 30 January – normal classes begin at 8.40am

A powhiri to welcome new students, new whanau and new staff will be held at 9.00am on Wednesday 29 January.

Uniform shop will be open Wednesday 22, Thursday 23 and Friday 24 January – 9am to 1pm

Office will re-open on 20 January 9am to 3pm

ENROLMENT INTERVIEWS AND ENQUIRES phone: 06 3858398

National Park Community Board5.30pm, Tuesday 4 February 2020 Owhango Fire Station, Omaki Road, OwhangoRuapehu District Council10.00am, Wednesday 5 February 2020 Council Chamber, Huia Street, TaumarunuiWaimarino Waiouru Community Board6.00pm, Thursday 13 February 2020 Council Chamber, Ayr Street, OhakuneAudit and Risk Committee11.00am, Monday 24 February 2020 Council Chamber, Huia Street, TaumarunuiRuapehu District Council10.00am, Wednesday 26 February 2020 Council Chamber, Ayr Street, OhakuneTaumarunui Ohura Ward Committee10.00am, Thursday 27 February 2020 Council Chamber, Huia Street, Taumarunui

MEETING CONTACTSRuapehu District Council 07 895 8188

Ruapehu District CouncilBoards and CommitteesFEBRUARY 2020 MEETING DATES

PURSUANT to the LGA 1974 Section 342 Schedule 10, notice is hereby given that the Ruapehu District Council proposes to close the following street for the Ruapehu Express as per the details below:Date/Time: Midday to Midnight Friday 21 Feb, 5am to 5pm Saturday 22 FebRoads proposed to be closed: Thames Street, adjacent to Village Green, from Mangawhero Terrace to Rimu Street-Ohakune

Any person objecting to the proposal is called upon to lodge notice of objection in writing before 4.00pm Wednesday 29 January 2020 at the office of the Ruapehu District Council at Private Bag 1001, 59 – 61 Huia Street, Taumarunui, info@ruapehudc.govt.nz

PROPOSED TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE

Ruapehu Express

Take notice that I WAIOURU PANEL REPAIRS LTD intend to sell a 1979 Oldsmobile Cutlass Saloon by auction on Thursday 30th January 2020, 10am in Auckland. The sale will be conducted by Manheim Ltd as the auctioneer. The sale is being conducted under Section 3 of the Wages Protection and Contractors Liens Act Repeal Act 1987 on the grounds that my charges for work performed on the vehicle amounting to $5900 remain unpaid and have remained for the period of two months and upwards since the work was completed.

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Board SecretaryNgāti Rangi

Ngā Waihua o Paerangi Trust (formerly known as Ngāti Rangi Trust) is currently seeking applicants for the role of Board Secretary.

The primary purpose of the role is to provide executive level secretariat support to the Te Tōtarahoe o Paerangi board and its subsidiary boards, ensuring a professional interface between the Boards, Office and subsidiaries.

The Board Secretary is responsible for providing range of document preparation, coordination, compilation and support to ensure the smooth running of the Board’s monthly meetings and other associated meetings. This includes drafting correspondence, and preparing and reviewing papers provided by the office and any work plans. The role is also responsible for ensuring accurate minutes of meetings are taken and approved, actions are proactively followed up.

The successful candidate will have;• More than two years’ experience in executive support roles;• Strong computer skills;• Good proficiency in business writing;• The ability to build and maintain effective communications and relationships, and• An understanding of the Treaty of Waitangi and its principles.

To be successful in this role you will be passionate about working within a progressive iwi organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity for persons looking to maximise their technical ability and dynamic relationship skills in unique environment. This is an exciting time of growth and establishment of new entities for our iwi, the successful applicant will be a key contributor to this and will gain unique learnings from this experience.

Ordinary hours of work are Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm however this is negotiable. Some availability outside of these hours required to fulfil the requirements of the position, including but not limited to same weekend and evening attendance.

A current, full NZ Drivers Licence is a requirement of the position.

For further information, including a position description, please contact Te Wai.To apply, please go to: www.ruapehurecruitment.co.nz/jobs

P: 0800 RUAPEHU / 021 594 405 E: tewai@ruapehurecruitment.co.nz.

Please note, only those currently eligible to work in NZ will be considered for this role.

Environmental ManagerNgāti Rangi

Ngā Waihua o Paerangi Trust (formerly known as Ngāti Rangi Trust) is currently seeking applicants for the role of Pou Taiao (Environmental Manager).

To be successful in this role you will be genuinely passionate about the environment and working within a progressive iwi organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity for persons looking to maximise their technical ability, management and dynamic relationship skills in a unique environment.

The Pou Taiao will;• Manage the Te Ao Tūroa business unit of the Trust.• Ensure operations meet the objectives of the Annual Management and Strategic

Plans.• Continue to develop and maintain effective and mutually beneficial relationships

with whānau, marae, iwi and key partners.• Lead and continue to develop the Te Ao Tūroa team.• Exemplify the values of Ngāti Rangi.

Proven technical, financial, operational and team management skills are essential as is a flexible approach to work hours and deliverables.

For further information, including a position description, please contact Te Wai.To apply, please go to: www.ruapehurecruitment.co.nz/jobs

P: 0800 RUAPEHU / 021 594 405 E: tewai@ruapehurecruitment.co.nz.

Please note, only those currently eligible to work in NZ will be considered for this role.

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Workshop Technician Required

Dekker Machinery seeks an energetic, customer service focused and motivated Workshop Technican to assist the Owner with small motor repairs for mainly chainsaws and lawnmowers. You will have a genuine interest in small motors plus an ability to problem solve.If you are a school leaver and enjoyed practical subjects, you could be an apprenticecandidate. If you are experienced and skilled with small motors already, then we also want to hear from you.Please email your cv to: dekkermachinery@gmail.com along with a cover note outlining your strengths to do this job or phone Paul on 06 3854 223.

Deadline for all advertisingbookings and copy is

5pm Fridays!It’s important that we get your ad booking and copy in on time, so that we have time to check it, plan the best layout and work on producing a better paper for you!

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Power company looks for trainees

The electricity distribution company that covers much of the Ruapehu District is kicking off the New Year by opening applications for its sought-after trainee line me-chanic programme.

It is The Lines Company’s (TLC) fourth intake of trainees with the programme originally established in 2015. To date 11 trainees have been recruited with four now fully-qualified line mechanics and all still working for TLC.

The other seven recruits are still in training and head-ing towards gaining a New Zealand Certificate in Elec-tricity Supply Line Mechanic Distribution. The certifi-cate equates to an NCEA Level 4 qualification.

TLC’s network services manger Jared Murrell said the company is keen to recruit trainees to be based at our depots in either Taumarunui or Te Kuiti.

“We’re committed to growing local talent. We have a big workload ahead for the next decade and need highly skilled and committed people on board. We’re looking for people who are committed to our community and have a

high level of maturity because this is a demanding job.”Murrell said TLC was not looking for specific back-

grounds, but rather the right attitude.“It was great to see 48 people apply last time and the

successful recruits came from varied work backgrounds.”“Our trainee programme is a fantastic opportunity

for the right applicants. You not only gain a trade and a highly sought after qualification but get to work with an experienced team where no two days are same.”

Murrell confirmed the selection process was chal-lenging but that shouldn’t put people off. It involves a face-to-face interview plus practical tests involving other members of TLC’s line crews.

“It’s designed to find the people who fit, will bring some good practical skills and who have the attitude and commitment we need.”

Applications for TLC’s trainee line mechanic pro-gramme are now open and close on 4 February. Those interested can find more information on TLC’s website thelinescompany.co.nzBrayden Crown joined TLC’s trainee line mechanic programme in 2019.

2020 youth ambassadors wantedRuapehu’s award-winning Youth Council

is starting the New Year looking for looking for young people between 12 and 24 years with a genuine passion for their community to become youth ambassadors for 2020.

Youth Council co-ordinator Lauren Thompson said that as well as being a lot of fun, becoming a Ruapehu youth ambassador provides an amazing range of opportunities for the young people involved while develop-ing their leadership and other life skills.

“Youth ambassadors can expect to take

part in some amazing events during year, meet great new people and be part of projects that will make a very real difference to the lives of young people in Ruapehu and the wider community,” she said.

“We have some hugely significant projects planned for 2020 that will see the ambassa-dors focus their efforts on some of the major life issues confronting young people living in Ruapehu today.

“This includes mental health, the environ-ment, youth activities and facilities, employ-

ment and other opportunities available to young people in Ruapehu.”

Lauren said that the opening of applica-tions to become a 2020 Youth Ambassador will be advertised in the local papers, radio and Facebook from January, which people should look out for.

RDC will also be holding an outdoor in-formation event in Taumarunui and Ohakune with a free barbecue sausage for any youth who answers a couple of short questions on being young in Ruapehu.

“If parents, care givers, aunties or uncles or anyone else knows of a young person who has the right personal attributes and could benefit from being a Youth Ambassador please encourage them to apply.

“If you talk with any of the earlier youth ambassadors they will tell you it was one of the best things they ever did.”

Applications forms will be available from local Council offices, online at Ruapehudc.govt.nz or people wanting more info can call Lauren on 07-895-8188.

Cameron is new chair of Walking Access Commission

Bus service changes for Raetihi-Ohakune

Ruapehu District’s mayor, Don Cameron, has been appointed as the new chair of the Walking Access Commission Ara Hīkoi Aotearoa.

Minister Damien O’Connor appointed Mr Cameron for a 3-year term. He takes over from longstanding Commission Chair John Forbes.

Cameron is an experienced farmer and has been mayor of Ruapehu District since 2007.

Cameron says that the Commission is at an exciting crossroads.

“The recent independent review of the Commission says it is highly regarded and remarkably effective at developing and promoting public access to the outdoors. But it could do much more – working strategically with regions to develop

networks of public access, working more closely with iwi, and supporting local people to grow public access in their communities,” says Cameron.

“I want to see a network of public outdoor access in New Zealand that is free, certain, enduring, and practical for us all to use,” says Cameron.

Cameron is also a representative on the National Council of Local Government New Zealand. He is a keen mountain biker with experience in rural and recreation access issues. He is a member of Ruapehu-Whanganui Rural Support Trust and Rural Health Alliance NZ, is the co-chair of the Road Controlling Authority and has been helping to set up the Ameku Road cycle and walkway in Raetihi.

Horizons Regional Council’s bus service between Raetihi and Ohakune has been increased temporarily to operate on both Tuesdays and Thursdays, each week, from 14 January 2020.

Horizons transport manager Phil Hindrup says the increase in service will run until 2 April 2020.

“The current services operate every second Tuesday – once a fortnight. With the new increase to Tuesday and Thursday every week, we are hoping to have a rise in

uptake.”Mr Hindrup says the temporary

change will determine if there will be any permanent amendments to the service into the future.

“This temporary increase in service will run for three months, ending in April 2020. After which time we will evaluate the anticipated uptake, and propose any necessary changes.”

Bus notices and timetables for the service can be found at www.horizons.govt.nz.

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Successful applicants will receive a small

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Region’s swim spots monitored againSummer swim spot monitoring

kicked off in December again in the Manawatū-Whanganui Region, to help inform the public about potential health risks and highlight over 80 recreational sites.

The annual monitoring programme runs from November to the end of April and tests bacteria levels for freshwater rivers, lakes and coastal beaches.

Horizons natural resources and partnerships group manager Dr Jon Roygard says alongside New Zealand’s 15 other regional and unitary councils, Horizons collects, analyses and reports on swim spot monitoring over summer through the Can I Swim Here? module on the LAWA website to help keep the public informed on when and where they can swim over summer.

“Weekly water samples collected from each site are sent to an independ-ent accredited lab for testing,” says Dr Roygard.

“Results are received within 48 hours and are updated on LAWA, as well as Horizons, website where interactive maps shows each of the swim spots marked by a red, amber or green loca-tion maker to indicate that week’s bac-teria results.

“The traffic light system used is part of the Ministry of Health and Ministry for the Environment guidelines that provide guidance to Councils and Dis-trict Health Boards regarding how they should act when certain levels of indi-cator bacteria or algae are detected.

“For our lakes and rivers, “green/should be safe to swim” indicates a sample is less than 260 E. coli per 100ml, “amber/could be a health risk” is 261-550 E. coli per 100ml and “red/avoid swimming” is greater than 550 E. coli per 100ml. If a site falls into the red category, information is provided to the public that the site is considered unsuit-able for recreational use.

“Gravel bed river sites and lakes are also tested for cyanobacteria, which is an algae that can be potentially toxic. Horizons will be keeping an eye on this

during summer and also reporting these results on the websites.

“However, we do urge public and their animals to stay out of the water if they are at a river and see black, slimy mat-like growth on the stones that may also be musty smelling. In lakes, poten-tially toxic algae are visible as bright green “blooms” with surface scum of-ten found at the lake edge.”

He said LAWA’s website also in-cludes local weather, tides, surf, water temperature, flow-rate, whether a site is patrolled by lifeguards, and infor-mation on each site’s facilities such as camping and toilets, and factsheets on monitoring, bacteria, algae and faecal indicators.

“We do want to remind people that water quality is just one factor in a number of potential health risks. We ask the public to be aware of hazards such as unstable banks and cliffs, sub-merged logs, and tsunami warnings and rips at beaches.”

He said that as sampling is weekly, the results may not always reflect the water quality for the whole week, espe-cially if it has rained.

“A general rule is if the water looks clear or it’s three days after rainfall, you should be good to go.”

Dr Roygard says the results from the monitoring programme are used to help inform the Council’s work programmes and policies.

“When looking at results from a year-round state and trend perspective, which were recently reported in our 2019 State of Environment report found on our website, continuing efforts to improve water quality is needed.

“This requires a scale of effort and investment that many don’t realise, as well as contribution from many parties.

“As the regional council, in addition to monitoring swim sites, we are com-mitted to making a difference and im-proving swim spots and water quality.”

Sites: www.lawa.org.nz and h t t p s : / / w w w. h o r i z o n s . g o v t . n z /managing-natural-resources/swimming

Robyn Wilson’s winning swim spot photo for 2019, of her partner Ben Wiggins and their dog Yuki (the Japanese word for snow) howling in the small dam on the Mangawhero River, near the Ti Kouka Place stream.