Well done to our senior engineering students. They had

Well done to our senior engineering students. They had
a great time in Timaru over the weekend and were
rewarded for their efforts by coming home from the
event with one of the overall trophies. The competition
was judged over a number of categories, from
presentation to straight line speed. The team did well
and were awarded the Hayden Pope Memorial Trophy
for the relay event. This event tested the team work of
the groups as well as the durability of the kart. The boys
can feel very proud of their efforts and also a big thanks
to Mike Kemen for the role he played in getting the
students and the kart to the event.
By the sounds of it they all had a blast. The kart and
trophy are on display in the office foyer. Be sure to stop
in and have a look.
Other success stories in the school that are more than
worthy of a mention are our Year 13 students who have
gained scholarships for 2015. Well done to Anna Clark
for being awarded the University of Otago Alumni
Scholarship, Sean Ryan for being awarded the University
of Canterbury Emerging Leaders Scholarship and Josh
Allan for being awarded the University of Canterbury
College of Business and Law Scholarship. All of these
scholarships will make significant contributions to the
cost of their tertiary study next year and are highly
deserved. These students plus the other students in our
Year 13 have raised the bar around what we can expect
of our students. They are all excellent ambassadors for
our school and we really look forward to hearing about
how they get on in the years to come.
further up the school. It is intended that this teacher will
teach that group for more than one subject and provide
closer guidance and consistency for the students.
We feel this will also give a much clearer point of contact
for parents and allow us to more effectively deal with
issues and concerns that exist within year levels. How
this will look in our Year 11-13 groups will be slightly
different.
We are developing the concept of Supported Learning
Groups, where students will work alongside a senior
teacher in a mentoring type role. The key idea behind
this is to better support and monitor student’s progress
as they work through their NCEA years in an academic
and pastoral mentoring role. Career pathways will have a
strong focus within this and will become an integral part
of what we do in the school. We often have the idea that
as students get older they all can better manage their own
learning. The reality is that this is not the case for all
students and a lot of evidence tells us that it actually is
the opposite. As we head into timetable development
for 2015 how this exactly looks will begin to take shape.
I hope everyone gets a chance to enjoy an extra day off
over labour weekend.
Nāku noa, nā
Stephen Beck
Principal
Our seniors only have two weeks before they head into
exams. It is critical that they now know exactly what
they need to do for their exams and should be in full
revision mode. There will be no excuses come exam day
and a little consistency and well planned study now will
pay off. To support this better next year we will be
modifying how we group our senior students. Building
on what I shared last week in the newsletter with the
development of learning communities, we will be
extending this thinking through to Year 8-13, with an eye
to provide better pastoral care and guidance. The
biggest changes will be the removal of whanau time in
the morning and after lunch. Year 8-10 students will
instead be grouped in traditional year level groups and
have a homeroom teacher who will have overall
responsibility for them. This will replicate what is in
place already for Year 8s but will shift this concept a little
Week ending 24th October 2014
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Hawarden Phone 314-4422
Enter to learn Leave to serve
Whakauru Ki Te Ako, Wehe Atu Kia Manaakitia
SCHOOL NOTICES
Buses and signing students out of school. A reminder that if you
are picking your children up from school that you must do so from
the office and all students need to be signed out. Two main reasons
for this are that we have a duty of care alongside all students and
need to be aware who they are leaving school with and we are also
frequently having issues with student not being taken off bus lists.
This creates delays and mix ups at the buses. Students are not always
reliable in passing on the correct message and if you intend for
changes in arrangements we ask that a signed note is sent in to school
or a phone call made.
Athletics A reminder that the Hurunui College athletic sports are
the first Tuesday back after Labour Weekend.
Coming Events
Week 2
24/10
Primary assembly
Week 3
27/10
Labour Day, school closed
28/10
Full school athletics.
28/10
Board of Trustees meeting, 7pm.
29/10
Christchurch Music festival.
31/10
Postponement date for athletics.
Week 4 Term 4
7/11
Last day for Year 11-13 students
Greeze, The Reunion DVDs are now available from the office
for $5 each.
Events Coming Up:
The Hawarden Licensing Trust Youth Scholarship 2014
The Hawarden Licensing Trust is inviting applications for their
Youth Scholarship from students currently attending Hurunui
College and who will be returning to the school for the full year
2014. Full details of the scholarship are available from the
school office along with application forms. Applications are to
be sent to the secretary of the Trust by 31st October.
The licensing trust wishes to advise that the funding provided by
the Trust for the scholarship is not derived from the proceeds of
poker machines or the sale of alcohol.
Board of Trustees Election Nominations are invited for the
Week 5 Term 4
10/11
NCEA exams start
11/11
Hurunui Primary Schools Athletics
12/11
ppd HPSSA athletics
13/11
BoT 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
Check our www.hurunuicollege.school.nz and follow the link to
our school calendar for further school events.
North Canterbury Junior Basketball competition
Draw for Friday 24th October as follows:
Hurunui Hustlers v Leithfield Rotors @ Mega 2
Hurunui Hoopsters v KNS Clippers @ Kaiapoi HS
Hurunui Hotshots v Cust Cougars @ Mega 2
Hurunui Hurricanes win by default. (no game)
Results from Friday 17th October were as follows:
Hurunui Hoopsters lost 29-10
Hurunui Hotshots won 47-6
Hurunui Hurricanes won 29-8
Hurunui Hustlers
lost 15-35
Any parents willing to assist on the day with time keeping etc
please feel free to contact us in the school office, 314-4430.
Don’t delay, ring now!!
Tuesday 11th November: Primary Zone Athletics at Cheviot ppd
Wednesday 12th November.
4.45pm
4.45pm
7pm
Whole school Athletics Day Tuesday 28th October or ppd Friday
31st October. Everyone most welcome to attend. This year we
will be holding the track events over in the domain.
Primary High jump and long jump - some events will be held on
the day, in the school grounds.
Senior: 1500m, 3000m, long jump and high jump will be held in
school time when time permits, as we are unable to fit
everything in on the day.
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.
COMMUNITY NOTICES
CHURCH SERVICES for Sunday, 26th October 2014
Anglican
10am Waikari
Catholic
10.am Hawarden
Presbyterian
10am Waikari
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
BAKING DONATIONS PLEASE I am organising a
de-stressing workshop at Ashburton College for workers in the
community affected by the recent shootings. I am holding a
small morning tea at work (Princess Margaret Hospital) on
Tuesday next week to raise money towards petrol for the
volunteers running the workshop. Any baking donations would
be gratefully accepted (please drop them to Mel at 4 Square) by
4.30pm on Monday next week. Thanks very much!
Michelle Cole RN, School Based Mental Health Team, CDHB.
PINK RIBBON APPEAL
Many thanks to all who donated to the Pink Ribbon Appeal,
raising funds for Breast Cancer research.
$295 was raised for this worthy cause. Thanks also to local
businesses for having collection boxes on site.
Jan Brooker Appeal Coordinator
HAWARDEN PLAYCENTRE -The Hawarden Playcentre
has sold. The money from the Community owned land will be
deposited into an account with the Hawarden-Waikari
Community Trust, and will be distributed back to the Youth of
our community. The Land Trustees would like to congratulate
Nicky Gardner from Waiau on purchasing the land and building.
Nicky is opening a preschool, Sunflowers Preschool Ltd, early
Our vision for Hurunui College is as an inspirational learning community
where all students are empowered to stand tall and reach their full potential.
next year. We wish her all the best and are sure the community
will be pleased to have retained a childcare service in our area and
will be excited by a preschool opening. Kate, Sam & Rachel
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: info@sunflowerspreschool.co.nz
LABOUR WEEKEND MAIL DELIVERIES.
Please be advised that there will be no mail or newspaper
deliveries on Monday 27th October, services returning to normal
on Tuesday 28th.
HURUNUI SEARCH AND RESCUE GROUP.
A general training will be held at the Hawarden Fire Brigade on
Tuesday 28th October at 7.30pm. Marg.Wright, Secretary
WAIAU FIREWORKS DISPLAY
Date: Saturday November 1st (ppd if wet or windy Nov 8th )
Where: Waiau Sports grounds, Leader Road
Time: Gates open 5.00pm
Cost:$10 per person (Max $40 per car load, Preschoolers Free!!!)
Loads of entertainment including face painting, dress up contest,
lolly scramble, pony rides, zorb balls, climbing wall and even
LIVE BAND – Test of Time!! Come along for a
jam packed night of family fun!!!
A night full of entertainment and delicious food!!!
Please Note: No personal fireworks is permitted at the event.
Well see you there!!!
HAWARDEN GOLF CLUB
Annual General Meeting
Wednesday 5th November 2014 at 7.30 p.m.
At Club Rooms. All members welcome
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 shadow play, 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 Rd, 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
HAWARDEN-WAIKARI GARDEN CLUB are having a day
out on the Double Decker bus on Monday 3rd November.
The total cost including lunch at Governors Bay is $50 per person.
This promises to be a fun trip and booking is essential. Everyone
is welcome. Please ring Lynne Wallace 314-8880 or Lynne Frost
314-2313.
HAWARDEN COMMUNITY LIBRARY
The Hawarden Library will be trialling a late night Friday, staying
open until 6pm. The trial will run from 17th October till 28th
November. It will help the Library Committee decide whether to
reintroduce a permanent late night.
HAWARDEN SWIMMING CLUB AGM
Thursday 30th October 7.30pm in Community Library. All
welcome to come along and have your say on the future of your
locally run pool. Apologies to Paul Munnerley 314-4541 or
Bronwyn Gunn 314-4411.
HAWARDEN-WAIKARI RED CROSS We will be having a
stall outside the Hawarden 4 Square on 24th October at 9 am.
There will be cakes, produce, some white elephant items and a
raffle with many draws. Get your homemade supplies for Labour
Weekend.
HAWARDEN-WAIKARI PLAYGROUP has started again for
term 4. We meet at Medbury Hall 10am-12pm Thursdays.
All pre-schoolers welcome to attend. Now that the weather is
warming up please bring sunhats etc for playing outside.
There will be no playgroup 30th October due to the Fete.
Contact Jenna 027 278-9773 for more information
HURUNUI CANCER SOCIETY PRESENTS MOVEMBER.
Registrations 31st October 7pm at Star and Garter. Must be clean
shaven or ring Coreen, 314-4565 if unavailable to be there to
register. Judging for best mo will be at 8pm on November 28th at
Star and Garter with prizes and spot prizes. If you do not want to
grow a mo you can have your head shaved on the judging night.
This is to support prostate cancer. All donations go back to your
own community. Give it a go
HURUNUI DISTRICT COUNCIL
Refuse and Recycling arrangements in Hawarden and Waikari,
there is no change to the collection arrangements for household
and commercial refuse and recycling due to Labour Day.
Collections will be as normal on a Thursday. To ensure
collection, official Hurunui Council refuse and recycling bags must
be securely tied and placed at the kerbside by 8am on collection
day. Only official Hurunui Council refuse and recycling bags will
be collected. These can be purchased from the Council offices in
Amberley, the Amberley transfer station and Amuri service centre.
Transfer Station Arrangements due to Labour Day
The Councils transfer stations will remain closed on public
holidays. For further information on waste and recycling in
Hurunui, phone 314-8816 or visit www.hurunui.govt.nz
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
Enter to learn Leave to serve
Whakauru Ki Te Ako, Wehe Atu Kia Manaakitia
Honda Crf250 x 2007 $5000 Tidy well maintained, mechanics
report available ex Waikari Auto. New rear tyre and
mudguard. Done 105 hours total.
Ring 314-4260 for more info.
Does your dog suffer from allergies? Would you be
interested in trying natural dog food? Chicken vege mix,
$7 per kilo. Phone 314-4995 or (03) 312-7190.
Mini lop Baby Rabbit black with a white dot on her head.
Ready to go now $40. Phone 314-2527
ART IN A GARDEN
30th Oct –Nov 2nd Flaxmere, Hawarden.
Wet or Fine. 75+ sculptors, artists, potters & jewellers exhibit
their work for sale. Live music and cafe. Children's classes
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL. See website under ATTRACTIONS.
Chance for children to exhibit at Art in a Garden. If your child
is keen to exhibit a sculpture or artwork please contact
Pip Miller info@artinagarden.co.nz
$20(cash) gate entry or book on-line. Children free.
For further info www.artinagarden.co.nz
THE CHRISTMAS COUNTRY FÊTE
Thursday 30th October, 2014
Wynyard, Culverden
10am – 4pm
NEW ZEALAND’S BIGGEST AND MOST POPULAR FÊTE.
Bursting with hundreds of remarkable gift ideas,
food and wine, live music and loads more.
Michael van de Elzen (of TV Food Truck fame) in
the FMG Demonstration Marquee at 10am and 2pm.
www.thefete.co.nz for tickets and video!
Weed Trimmers - Brush Cutters
Lawnmowers - Rotary Hoes
Sales and Service
Honda 4 Stroke and Mitsubishi 2 Stroke
Weed Trimmers and Brush Cutters
SCOTTS AUTOMOTIVE REPAIRS LTD
Hawarden Phone 314-4422
CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING
FOR SALE
Horse Manure $3 per bag. Phone John Crean 314-4311.
1x Steer Yearling for sale. Friesian offers around $250,
approximately 150 – 200kg. Phone 314-4110.
2 x Texel cross rams, 2 tooth and very friendly 6 tooth.
Phone 314-4110.
Standing Hay Available 2- 2½ acres. Please phone 314-4110
Desk any offers and visit welcome. Money goes to the LIONS.
Phone Mairi 314-4317.
REAL ESTATE
Land 40 ha (100acres) bare land, flat heavy land located on
Horsley Down Road, $690,000 + GST.
Phone Adrian Costello 0274 840 -198
House for Rent – Large 3 bedroom house in Waikari with
paddock. Available beginning November $300 per week.
Phone 314-4692 or 027 260-3885.
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
EMPLOYMENT
Wanted: Good keen person for forestry work, must have
chainsaw experience and preferably with unit standards.
Phone Wade 314-4955 evenings.
Wanted: Someone to mow lawns and general gardening at
Hurunui Village. Phone Rodger 314-4162.
Hawarden Four Square Full and Part time positions available.
Must be enthusiastic, reliable and able to work as part of a
team. Experience is not necessary although a willingness to
learn and good personal presentation are essential. Full range
of duties including serving customers, filling shelves, cleaning
and receiving incoming goods. Hours will be tailored to suit
the successful applicants where possible. Send applications
with CV and references to PO Box 130, Hawarden or drop in
at the shop. Applications close 5th November. If you want
further information please phone Wendy, 314-4037
CONTACT DETAILS
School Phone
Fax
Cancellation
Email
Web
Principal
314-4430
314-4559
314-2320
office@hurunuicollege.school.nz
www.hurunuicollege.school.nz
sb@hurunuicollege.school.nz
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.
314-2462
314-4420
314-4112
314-4411
314-4014
314-4622
314-4404
314-2462
314-2454
314-2551