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Firstly good luck to our Year 11-13 students as they
head off to their external exams next week.
Hopefully they feel comfortable and confident about
their prospects over the next few weeks and we wish
them all the best. It is interesting to note that
NZQA have given themselves three years to develop
a system so that external exams can be accessed at
any time of the year. This would certainly change
the playfield for assessment and provide a much
more flexible approach to external assessment and
potentially extend the year for all students through
into December. This year’s Year 11 might be the
last group to see out external exams in the current
format as they leave as Year 13s in a few years time.
There are certainly many factors to be ironed out
first and we are certainly taking a, “we’ll wait and
see” position.
Tomorrow we will also farewell our Year 13
students from their formal education in a full school
assembly at 2.20pm in the afternoon. Be prepared
for this assembly to a bit different from the rest, as
the Year 13 are hosting it. This group of students
have been a pleasure to work alongside this year and
will leave as excellent ambassadors for the school.
Their work ethic, sense of fun and general maturity
has set a wonderful benchmark for future years to
emulate. We wish them all the best in their future
adventures.
Last week we completed the formal interviews for
the Deputy Principal – Secondary
position. This certainly was not an easy
process and the decision was not made
lightly. Congratulations to Iain
Thompson for being awarded the
position and we look forward to him
joining the team in 2015. Iain comes to
us form Rangiora High School, with a
solid background in departmental and
curriculum leadership and clear strengths
in the Sciences. He will bring some
balance to what we currently have within
the Leadership Team and we look
forward to the contribution he will make
next year.
With Board of Trustees mid-term
election process underway, we have two
parent representative positions to fill on our Board.
Sadly Linda Allan and Sharon Earl will be stepping
down and have not indicated that they will stand
again, unless someone can twist their arm. Both have
done a fabulous job on the Board and both will be
missed. The Board of Trustees is an integral part of
what makes the school run and the support and
leadership they supply helps ensure we maintain a
focus on what we are here for, the education of our
children. The ability of the Board of Trustees to
work collaboratively with the Principal on matters
around governance sets the tone for the school and
allows the more day to day management decisions to
be made from a clear vision and strategic view point.
I would like all to consider putting their name
forward as a parent representative on the Board of
Trustees. The term is for three years and this
generally goes very quickly, but ensures those elected
have enough time to gain an understanding of
school governance and allow them to feel they are
contributing to the school in a positive and
constructive manner. Don’t leave these elections to
chance. It is important that we have an election so
all get the opportunity to contribute to who fills the
two position for the next term.
Nāku noa, nā
Stephen Beck
Principal
Week ending 7th November 2014
This week’s newsletter sponsored by:
KENNETH WILKINS FIREWOOD
Enter to learn Leave to serve
Whakauru Ki Te Ako, Wehe Atu Kia Manaakitia
SCHOOL NOTICES
Coming Events
Week 4 Term 4
7/11
Full School Assembly this Friday at 2.20 pm
Last day for Year 11-13
Week 5 Term 4
10/11 NCEA Exams start
11/11 HPSSA Athletics
12/11 ppd HPSSA Athletics
13/11 Board of Trustees Day, school closed
14/11 Canterbury Show Day, school closed
Week 6 Term 4
19/11 Year 10 Waitohi River
20/11 Year 6 Leadership celebration
20/11 Year 9 Waitohi River
21/11 Primary assembly
Week 7 Term 4
24/11 Year 9-10 exams
26/11 Board of Trustees agenda closes 12 noon
28/11 Year 4–6 reports home
Week 8 Term 4
1/12
Board of Trustees meeting 7.30pm
3/12
Year 10 tramp
3/12
Canterbury Primary Athletics
5/12
Year 7-10 reports home.
Check our www.hurunuicollege.school.nz and follow the link to
our school calendar for further school events.
Board of Trustees Election Nominations are invited for the
election of two parent representatives to the board of trustees.
A nomination form and a notice calling for nominations will be
posted to all eligible voters. Additional nomination forms can be
obtained from the school office. Nominations close at noon
7th November 2014 and may be accompanied by a signed
candidate’s statement. The voting roll is open for inspection at
the school and can be viewed during normal school hours.
There will also be a list of candidate’s names, as they come to
hand, for inspection at the school. Voting closes at noon on 21st
November 2014.
P. Manning, Returning Officer.
Sports Photos
We now have the 2014 sports photos in the office to be viewed.
If you are wanting to order please do so through the office they
will be $5 per photo.
North Canterbury Junior Basketball competition
Draw for Friday 7th November as follows:
Hurunui Hustlers
v Kaiapoi Thunder, 5.30pm at Mega 2
Hurunui Hoopsters v Amberley Raptors, 4.45pm at RNLS 2
Hurunui Hotshots v KNS Celtics,
5.30pm at Kaiapoi HS
Hurunui Hurricanes v Borough Bombs, 7pm at Rga Borough
Results from Friday 31st October were as follows:
Hurunui Hoopsters lost 10-27
Hurunui Hotshots won 53-13
Hurunui Hurricanes won 40-0
Hurunui Hustlers
lost 8-36
Hurunui Primary Schools Sports Association Athletics 2014
are being held in Cheviot on Tuesday 11th November or ppd
Wednesday 12th November. A permission slip has been sent home
and should of been returned by now to enable us to finalise travel
arrangements. Congratulations to the students who have been
selected and good luck, as always we expect a high level of
behaviour when representing our school.
Sporting Events Coming Up
Tuesday 11th November: Primary zone athletics at Cheviot
ppd Wed 12th
Wednesday 3rd December: Athletics - Primary Sport Canterbury
championships
Monday 8th December: Amuri X-change (Year 5-10)
Friday 5th December: Final Junior Basketball
COMMUNITY NOTICES
CHURCH SERVICES for 9th November 2014
Anglican
10am Waikari
Catholic
10am Hawarden
Living Waters Hurunui 10am to 12 noon 47 Princes Street,
Waikari. All welcome.
Waikari Gospel Hall
11:15am Sunday School and Bible
teaching, Denham Terrace
COMMUNITY WORKING BEE Please bring your weed eater
and gardening gear and help keep our village clean and tidy.
Waikari Village Green: Saturday 8th November 8.30am-noon,
please contact Rob, 314-4144. See you there: “many hands make
light work”
HURUNUI RANGERS FC (formally Amberley Football
club) We are once again running our very popular summer
school programme. The sessions will be held at the Amberley
Domain and if sufficient numbers, at Amuri Area School, from
4-6pm starting on the 6th Nov. The programme will run for 4
weeks ending 27th November.
Cost is $40 per child aged from 4 years. up. Each registered child
will receive a football of the own upon completion of the
programme Please register online at www.amberleyfootball.org.nz/
Any enquiries please contact Rachael Anderson,
andersonsarmy.co.nz or phone 314-3531.
STAR & GARTER HOTEL WAIKARI.
Coming Events
Tuesday 11th November – NZ Trotting Cup Day
Get dressed up and join the party again
Glass of bubbles for those that wear a dress hat
$2 & $5 Sweepstakes running.
Friday 28th November – Movember Judging 8pm
Prize for the best Mo. Spot Prizes
Supporting Prostate Cancer
Donation all go back to your own community
LUNCH LADY No Lunch lady next week.
Next Lunch Lady on Wednesday 19th November.
SUNFLOWERS PRESCHOOL
Hawarden: 45 Seymour St
A fun learning adventure
Opening early 2015
Servicing the Hurunui District
Early Childhood Education for children 2-5 years.
Monday to Wednesday but the days will depend
on child bookings and parent interest.
Time: 8.30am-3.30 – All day
To secure a child space
Contact: Nicky Gardner 021 048-5415
Email: [email protected]
LIBRARY NOTICE Please note that on Thursday 13th
November the Hawarden Community library will be open from
9am-4pm. On Friday 14th November, the library will be closed,
due to the public holiday.
Our vision for Hurunui College is as an inspirational learning community
where all students are empowered to stand tall and reach their full potential.
OVER 65S EXERCISE CLASS A huge thank you to Michelle
Hawke who will be taking the Tuesday classes until the end of
the year.
Upcoming events: Tuesday 2nd December – shared morning tea
to celebrate Edith O’Carroll’s 90th birthday at 11.am
(community all welcome). Friday 12th December – Christmas
lunch 12pm in Hawarden Hall, $10 (subsidised) names to Sarah
Sidey by 1st December in class or ring 314-2008.
Congratulations to John O’Carroll on your 94th Birthday. You
are a legend!
2 months, next date is 20th November 2014. Please phone the
practice nurse if you would like an appointment for dietary advice.
Appointments not Attended If you are unable to attend an
appointment you have made please contact the Health Centre as
soon as possible to cancel it. Failing to cancel an appointment
wastes the doctors time and deprives another person who needs to
be seen. We would appreciate you keeping track of when your
appointments are. Repeated non-attendance may result in you
being charged. Waikari Health Centre Phone 314-4506.
Website www.waikarihealth.co.nz
TOY LIBRARY Lots of new puzzles, magnetic toys, dress up
costumes now available for loan. If you have any dress up items
(clothes, masks, hats) or a clothes rack you would like to donate
please phone Sarah 314-2008.
2015 HURUNUI YOUTH COUNCIL Applications are now
open for the 2015 Hurunui Youth Council apply online at
hurunuiyouth.co.nz/youth-council/apply/
Applications close Friday 31st October 2015. If you require more
information or have trouble viewing the application form please
make contact. Rochelle Faimalo - Youth Programme Coordinator
HAWARDEN-WAIKARI RED CROSS A very big thank you
to all the people who helped for our annual Raffle and Stall – those
who sold raffle tickets, baked, bought goods and bought tickets.
We made $962. Raffle winners were Adrienne McKnight,
Fay Chapman, Frank, Joy Roberts, Bill Wilson, Sue Evans,
Gloria Hibbard, Keygan Philp, Maria Kilkelly.
HURUNUI COLLEGE PTA The PTA will be running a raffle
at the Hurunui College Prize giving. We require donations of none
-perishable items. Please send any donations to the school office.
Thank you.
WAIKARI HEALTH CENTRE
New GP – Dr Juan Orive Siviter has unfortunately returned to
Spain due to a sudden, serious family illness.
While we are pursuing other options we are being assisted by
Dr Des Slassor and Dr Rob Milnes for the
next couple of months. Rob worked here as
a locum last year. Dr Racle continues to
work here one day a week.
After Hours There is always a doctor or
rural nurse specialist on call - please phone
the Health Centre on the number below during normal business
hours and after hours and you will be directed to the appropriate
assistance. The After Hours calls are managed by HML
(Homecare Medical Ltd) who will assess your needs and advise
your best course of action.
The Dermoscopy Centre Dr Julia Racle: Next clinic at Waikari
is 4th December, please phone the Health Centre for an
appointment for a skin check.
Repeat Prescriptions The Health Centre requires 48 hours
notice to do repeat phone prescriptions if they have been
authorized by the GP. Please keep track of how many tablets you
have left.
B4 School Checks if you have a child who has turned 4 and has
not had one of these free checks please contact us.
Free Cervical Smear Clinic One of our nurses has completed
the “smear takers” course and will be holding a clinic Wednesday
3rd December, during the morning. It is a requirement of the
course that she completes a number of smears under supervision,
which Dr Racle will do on this day. Please phone to book an
appointment.
Podiatry Clinic 3rd December – Julia Home will be running a
clinic during the morning. We have funding from Manchester
Unity Welfare Trust Board to fund podiatry for people over 65
years.
Physiotherapy: Arsenio from Physio South is at the Health Centre
on Tuesday and Friday mornings. A doctor’s referral is not
required. Ph 0508 474-9746 for an appointment.
Visiting Dietitian We have a dietitian at the Health Centre every
THE BOOKBINDER
Written and performed by Ralph McCubbin Howell
Directed by Hannah Smith
'They say you can get lost in a good book.
But it’s worse getting lost in a bad one…'
From award-winning company Trick of the Light Theatre
(The Road That Wasn't There) comes a story of mystery, magic and
mayhem. The Bookbinder weaves shadowplay, paper art, puppetry,
and music into an inventive performance for curious children (8+)
and adventurous adults.
Winner of Best Theatre and Best in the Fringe - NZ Fringe 2014
The Old Mill, 6 Singleton Road, Waikari
Saturday 8th November
6pm and 8pm Adults $20. Students/Children $10.
Seats are limited so make sure you don't miss out. Book tickets at
www.eventfinder.co.nz/2014/the-bookbinder/waikari.
For more information, or to watch the trailer, visit
www.trickofthelight.co.nz
NOTICE OF CHANGE OF MEETING VENUE
The Hurunui-Waiau Zone Committee
public meeting 17th November 2014.
Venue – Waikari Hall, Princes Street,
Waikari. Time – 4.30pm – 6pm
EARLY CHRISTMAS PRESENT FOR HURUNUI
RESIDENTS Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa is now
selling its Annual Swim Pass for Hurunui ratepayers and residents.
And in a special deal, the complex is offering a saving of more than
a hundred dollars for those who purchase the pass before 20
December 2014.
Marketing Manager Shane Adcock says the passes are about
recognising the pools’ special relationship with its local community.
“We’re under no illusion as to how important Hurunui residents are
to our business and it’s always great seeing locals come through our
doors. We’ve always felt those who live in the Hurunui are as proud
of the pools and spa as we are of being part of this special place.”
The Annual Swim Pass allows families (two adults and their
dependent children who’re aged under 18 and live at home) to visit
the pools as often as they like until 31 December 2015. If they’re
purchased before 20 December 2014, each pass will cost $239 per
family (after that the pass will be $349).
HOMEKILL SERVICE IN HAWARDEN
Full home kill and small goods service.
Any queries call Chris Carthy, 0274 887-401.
Enter to learn Leave to serve
Whakauru Ki Te Ako, Wehe Atu Kia Manaakitia
BEAUTY THERAPY—XMAS APPTS, BOOK NOW!
Christchurch Beauty Therapist will be back on Tuesday 16th
December 2014. Book now for all your Xmas treatments:
waxing & tinting, manicure and pedicures, facials & massage.
Gift vouchers also available. Phone Emily, 021 681-177 or
Trish, 314-2414 for bookings/enquiries.
GARAGE SALE
Garage Sale Sunday 9th November 9am-2pm, 17 Oxford Street
Waikari. Come and grab a bargain.
WANTED
Old Christmas Card Wanted by Kakariki class for mosaic work
old used Christmas cards.
REAL ESTATE
Wanted to Rent: Rural Farmhouse Would like to be able to
move in sometime over the summer holidays. 2-3 bedroom
for school bus driver and partner. We are middle aged,
house proud and have excellent references. Must be long
term and allow pets. Please phone Jacqui, 022 364-5588 or
Michael, 022 384-3041
For Sale Authentic 1906 villa in High St Hawarden 1500m2
section with lovely established vege garden. 3 bdrm 2 living
homestead with lots of upgrading already tastefully done.
Lots of sheds and garages. New covered deck and water
feature. Awesome views to the north. Only $249,000
Viewing please call 0274 347-090. Janice Clyma. Waimak
Real Estate. Reaa2008.
Shoe Repairs
CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING
EMPLOYMENT
I am a school leaver looking for summer work before heading to
Lincoln University in late February. (Preferably farm work,
but anything considered)
 Restricted license
 I have a good understanding of farming (mustering,
fencing and stock work and have 2 working dogs.
 Reliable, trustworthy and responsible
 Fit and healthy
 Keen to learn new skills
Please contact me at home, 314 2511 – Eryn Sinclair
Farm Assistant Required We are looking for a motivated
team member to work on our 600 cow dairy farm in
Hawarden. Some experience with grass management and
other aspects of farm work including irrigation and tractor
work is desirable. A good attitude and ability to work with
others is essential. Please send a current CV to
[email protected] or G Kay, 726 The Peaks Road, RD 1,
Hawarden. Applications close on November 10th.
Mature man Looking for work willing to try anything, has
farm experience. Phone 314-4236
CONTACT DETAILS
FOR SALE
Horse Manure $3 per bag. Phone John Crean 314-4311.
Firewood Next seasons: Old man pine $175, Blue Gum $200
per cord. Phone Ken 027 733-4107.
Standing Meadow Hay Phone 314-4532
Motorbike Suzuki JR80 2007 tidy. Phone Jensen 314-4581
Portacot & Mattress very tidy $50. Metal Bunks, good cond
$100 Phone Jensen 314-4581.
Lily Bulbs - I have just had word that there are still lily bulbs
available which can be planted up until December. If you
missed out last time and wish to purchase please contact me
(Pat Manning) at 314-4160 as soon as possible.
Firewood for Sale: Old Man Pine $180, Gum $240, Macro
$240, Poplar $165, Macro or Gum & Pine mix $210. All
loads 3.6 cubic metres and includes free delivery within the
Hawarden-Waikari area. Phone Wade Bovey 314-4955.
School Phone
Fax
Cancellation
Email
Web
Principal
314-4430
314-4559
314-2320
[email protected]
www.hurunuicollege.school.nz
[email protected]
Board of Trustees
Chairperson
Linda Allan
Secretary
Judith Topp
Parent Elected Representatives
Sharon Earl
Bronwyn Gunn
Bernie Dobbs
Paul van der Meer
Whanau Representative: Dean Smith
Student Representative: Joshua Allan
Staff Representative
Melissa Brown
Principal
Steve Beck
Our vision for Hurunui College is as an inspirational learning community
where all students are empowered to stand tall and reach their full potential.
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