Our Newsletter - Pukete Neighbourhood House

PUKETE
NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSE
Te Whare Takiwa o Pukete
Pukete Neighbourhood
House
March 2015
43 CHURCH ROAD, ASHURST PARK, PUKETE, HAMILTON
PO BOX 10137, TE RAPA, HAMILTON 3241—TELEPHONE 07 8491 115 OR EMAIL pukete@hnpl.net www.puketehouse.org.nz
People helping People
Welcome to the New Year – a little late but, this is our first newsletter
this year. We only shut down for a few days over the holiday period and
started again on 5 January with our holiday programmes. We ran three
programmes side by side (junior, middle, and senior) entertaining around
115 children per day. The activities included visiting different swimming
pools like Te Awamutu – a day trip to Raglan harbour – Te Rapa community
pool - mini golf- a market day – the biggest enemy was the intensity of the
sun. We employ a number of extra staff over the holiday period which is
good for our local community; some have been through our programmes
themselves.
Inside this issue:
From Jane
1
Councillor's Corner
2
Pukete School
Fundraising with
Entertainment Books
3
Regular
4
All of our programmes are now up and running. Our knitters/crafters are Community Events
back with us, they met over the holiday period at each other’s houses.
We are looking at revamping the mini movement class again next term so
PUKETE
keep an eye on our facebook and web pages.
NEIGHBOURHOOD
Our orchard has managed to survive the weather conditions as well. We
HOUSE
have some great volunteers who have been helping with watering which is
Holiday
programme
great. I will be looking to plant year two of the orchard later this year.
runs from the 7th
I do wish to thank Sealed Air who has donated us some lovely rolls of April through to the
brown paper. The paper is great for craft activities for the children. As 17th April 2015, 7am
you are all aware we just love the bits and bobs that you drop into us. till 6pm.
The children are very inventive and it helps keep our costs down as well.
Senior, Middle and
We have set up a page on the Neighbourly website – Junior
programmes
www.neighbourly.co.nz. It is where people living in streets in the area can available. Cost of $40
easily access what is happening. You can put your lost and found pet adds per day which includes
on there, you can share all sorts of relevant information with your neigh- activities and food.
bours. We are just in the learning phase ourselves, but keep an eye out
for updates. When you have a minute why not pop over and have a look at Limited spaces availatheir website. It is free to join and once you have signed up to ble so bookings are
Neighbourly then you are able to follow Pukete Neighbourhood House and essential.
keep up to date with what’s happening in our community. Feel free to give Please
visit
our
us a call if you require support in setting this up.
webpage
for
programme
details.
Hope you enjoy reading the newsletter – if you have any ideas for groups
or courses you would like us to run, please do get in touch with us.
Jane
Click here
to
From 7th April till 17th April 2015 there will be no Playgroup, Scone Wednesday or Knitting/Craft group while the school holiday programme is running. Normal activities will resume
week beginning 20 April 2015.
Mini Movement - Every Monday morning during term time from 10-11am. Just $2 per child. This is for the under five age
group. Starting 20th April 2015.
Daylight savings ends 5th April 2015. Clocks go back 1 hour at 3am. Also a timely reminder to check the batteries in your
smoke alarms.
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COUNCILLORS CORNER
Recently I’ve been kept busy with an exciting new project – the development of a neighbourhood plan for Frankton.
A neighbourhood plan is a non-technical document that sets out steps to transform an area for the better by responding to
the community’s issues and aspirations.
As one of Hamilton’s oldest areas, Frankton is a unique part of our city that is rich in history and culture, and brimming with
potential.
Through the development of the plan, we aim to identify what the community wants for Frankton and encourage people to
visit and enjoy the area’s unique charm.
This is a very exciting project for Frankton and all of Hamilton as once completed, the Frankton Neighbourhood Plan will
become a pilot for other areas.
You can help us develop a successful plan by completing a short online survey at hamilton.govt.nz/frankton.
Cr Angela O’Leary
Many thanks to our funders for their continued support of the work that we do.
Lottery Grants Board, COGS, Trust Waikato, Hamilton City Council,
WEL Energy Trust, Z Pukete, Ministry of Social Development, Te Rapa Rotary
Neighbours Day Aotearoa (NDA) is a nationwide event which is held annually. This year it is being
held on the weekend of the 28th—29th March. NDA is about getting to know your neighbours. It is as
simple as giving a friendly smile and a hello over the fence next time your’re outside and see your neighbour. If you would like to find out more then why not visit their website: www.neighboursday.org.nz
ToughLove Waikato are running a ToughLove Parent Seminar for parents troubled by unacceptable
adolescent behaviour at Pukete Neighbourhood House on 18th of March 2015 at 7pm.
Bookings are essential, so please RSVP to ToughLove Waikato on 07 856 5999 or alternatively Pukete
Neighbourhood House on 07 849 1115.
For further information, please ph: 07 856 5999 or 0800 868 445 or visit their website:
www.toughlove.org.nz
The Endometriosis Purple walk is
on the 11 March 2015 at the Lake
Domain Reserve, Innes Common
starting at 5.45pm. For further information please visit their website:
www.insightendometriosis.org.nz
www.drivingtest.co.nz is a free Road Code practice website with over 407 driving
theory questions to help you learn and prepare for the Learner Licence stage. Includes
tests for cars, motorbikes, heavy vehicles and a tourist driving quiz. Internet access is
required. If you don’t have access to a computer or the internet then pop in or call us
at the Pukete Neighbourhood House on 07 849 1115 where we can assist you.
Anzac Slice
1 1/4 cup plain flour
1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
150g butter, chopped
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/4 cup rolled oats
1 cup shredded coconut
2 tablespoons golden syrup
2 tablespoons boiling water
Preheat oven to 180°C/160°C fan-forced. Grease and line a 3cm-deep, 19cm x 29cm (base) slice pan with baking paper,
allowing a 2cm overhang at long ends.
Combine flour, oats, sugar and coconut in a large bowl. Make a well in the centre.
Place butter and syrup in a saucepan over low heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes or until smooth. Combine
bicarbonate of soda and boiling water in a jug. Remove butter mixture from heat. Stir in bicarbonate of soda mixture. Add to
flour mixture. Stir to combine.
Transfer to prepared pan. Using the back of a spoon, press mixture evenly into pan. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden. Cool in pan. Cut into squares. Serve.
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Pukete School News
Comprehensive Swimming Programme
The children are very fortunate this year as we have two swimming coaches assisting classroom teachers
to teach swimming. This means every child gets the opportunity to learn to swim in small groups over a
series of ten lessons. I am sure the children will make great progress. We have been able to fund this initiative through a grant from the “Grassroots Trust”, and Kiwi Sport money. The cost for running and maintaining our pool is high but the Board and I are determined to keep the pool so our children can learn to
swim.
A Brand New Turf to be Built in January
With the support of the Board of Trustees, parents and staff, our hard working PTA have raised $65,000 to build an all-weather
sports turf. This is a truly magnificent effort and means our children will have access to a fantastic sports facility. Building is due
to commence in April ready for the winter sports programme.
School Zone
Pukete School does have a school enrolment scheme; however places for children living out of zone may be available through
the ballot system. Please contact Trish Haworth, D.P. on 849 4352 or email trish.haworth@pukete.school.nz for more information.
All the best for a great 2015!
Gavin Oliver
Principal
STOP
Before you throw it away
please ring the Pukete Neighbourhood House. We can use
your throw outs or junk as
you might call it in our Out of
School Care programmes.
Cards, paper, ribbon, wool,
small boxes, we manage to
recycle most things.
We
thrive on donations like this.
If you can’t get to us, give us
a call and we will arrange for
pick up.
Don’t forget about our lovely
vegie and fruit boxes. For just
$12 they are truly a great bargain. You don’t have to order
every week, you can have them
at different intervals. We also
have meat packs available for
$20. Orders by 2.30pm on a
Wednesday.
KNITTING AND UNFINISHED OBJECTS—CRAFT
GROUP
Every Tuesday morning from 10am—12noon, in
term time. Bring that unfinished project and
work on it with like minded people Have a cuppa and a natter.
Our worm farms have been producing lots of Worm Wee for your
gardens. Grab your 1L bottle that
is ready to pour on your garden for
just $2.
Starship Mobile
Phone Appeal
Donating your old
mobile phone
Pre orders are now being taken for Hot Cross Buns at
Pukete Neighbourhood House.
Only $2.80 for a packet of six - payment is required at time of
ordering
Hot cross buns will be ready for collection on
1 April 2015—just in time for Easter.
So don’t delay, order yours today
Changes to vehicle licensing fees in 2015
On 1 July 2015 the ACC levy portion of your vehicle licensing fee (rego) is going
down by an average of 41% depending on your type of vehicle. To make sure you
don't pay more than necessary you may want to consider opting for a shorter licensing renewal period, for example three or six months. That way you'll be ready
to take full
advantage of the new lower price when your vehicle licence comes
up for renewal after July 2015. For further information visit: www.nzta.govt.nz/
vehicle/registration-licensing/fees.html
By recycling your old mobile phone you can raise
funds for Starship's National Air Ambulance, an
invaluable service that flies medical experts to
emergencies around the country and brings children back to Starship for lifesaving care.
We are happy to receive any make and model of
mobile phone regardless of condition.
The Starship Mobile Phone Appeal - operated by
Swapkit, partner to RE:MOBILE, NZ's only accredited mobile phone recycling scheme.
For more information visit starship.org.nz/phone
To donate to the appeal please drop any
unwanted mobile phones into
Pukete Neighbourhood House (Mon-Fri 7am6pm)
THANK YOU!
Pukete Neighbourhood House
Driving—find us just off State Highway
1, Ashurst Park, 43 Church Road,
Hamilton
REGULAR COMMUNITY EVENTS
HIRE—Having a social gathering at your place—we have green and white
plastic chairs to hire for weekend events—$1 per chair—pickup Friday afternoon after 4pm and deliver back to the House by lunchtime on Monday. A $20
refundable bond is required. We also have trestle tables for $5 each. To
assist you in being a good host we can also have for hire a pie warmer and a
punch bowl.
FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER—Craig Wills is our Family Support Worker, Craig will advocate for you with
Work and Income, Housing NZ, ACC. Craig is also a Justice of the Peace. He is available at the “House” for
JP work. You can contact Craig on 850 4013 or email pukete3@hnpl.net, or txt/ring 027 7106485.
SCONE WEDNESDAY — Scone Wednesday is a social group enjoying our freshly baked scones and a chat.
Jo our cook makes some great flavours, ginger, pumpkin, cheese and onion. Anyone in the community is most
welcome—12 noonish. If you would like me to add you to our email tree for reminders, please give me a call.
Dates are on our website as well.
PLAYGROUP—We have a very enthusiastic group of parents/caregivers and children every Tuesday morning
from 10-11.30am. Come along and enjoy the fun—it’s a very relaxing time to spend with your child, and its
free.
NORDIC WALKING —Come and enjoy this sport. Check out the classes.
Registration essential at nordicwalking@winksmith.com or call 021-418-695.
TAI CHI– Here at the Sportsdrome 9.30am on Wednesday and Friday—Cost $5. All enquiries call Trevor
on 0800 824 244.
FREE LEGAL ADVICE—With Niemand Peebles Hoult. Friday mornings by appointment.
House to make an appointment.
Please ring the
OFFICE SERVICES—Colour photocopying and laminating - very reasonable costs
VEGETABLE CO-OP—The veggie co-op has been running for at least fifteen years. The $12 box of assorted veggies and fruit is exceptionally good value. Ring the “House” 8491 115 before 2.30pm on a Wednesday
to order. Pickup is after 9.30am on Thursdays. Please provide a box.
MEAT—a $20 Meat pack is available you can order this at the same time as your veggies —collect on
Thursday.
AFTER SCHOOL CARE—Every week day afternoon 3pm—6pm. Have your children well supervised until
you finish work. Includes a great afternoon tea—craft—sports—homework assistance. CYF Approved—
Work and Income Subsidies available.
BEFORE SCHOOL CARE—Every morning from 7am—8.30am. Breakfast and transport to school provided.
HOLIDAY PROGRAMMES—Senior , Middle and Junior programmes available 7am—6pm—all food and
activities included for just $40 per day—Limited spaces available—bookings essential.
NORTH CENTRAL NETWORK MEETINGS —The next meeting is at 12pm on the 29 April at the Pukete
Neighbourhood House, Te Rapa Sportsdrome. Please come along if you are a service provider in our area. We
would like to hear and share about the work you do. Light refreshments provided.
BOOK EXCHANGE—There is a great selection so come on down and get your books. Stay and have a cuppa
while you make your choice
SIT AND BE FIT — Exciting exercise programme offered at Pukete Neighbourhood House. All levels of
ability welcome, low impact sit and stand exercises. Gold coin donation. 30 minute group exercise, every
Tuesday at 1pm.
KNITTING AND UNFINISHED OBJECTS—CRAFT GROUP—Every Tuesday morning from 10am-12noon, in
term time. Bring that unfinished project and work on it with like minded people—have a cuppa and a natter.
A NEW LIFE for your household item! We are helping refugees turn their new houses in to
homes. If you can help by donating stuff please contact Brent Irvine on 02102435011 or
email irvinz@vodafone.net.nz. Thanks for your support.