Arthritis Clinics are held on a regular basis throughout the North Otago region. These are held at Community House 100 Thames Street, Oamaru North Otago Dispensary, Oamaru, Kurow Pioneer Museum & Art Gallery, Waihemo District Council meeting room.
Enquiries most welcome. Phone 434 8289. 1hr appointment available free face to face although donations are grately appreciated.

The North Otago Junior Development Programme is an opportunity for players who show potential and/or interest in basketball to receive top-level quality coaching from experienced coaches.

The programme consists of 7 weekly coaching sessions, where basic fundamentals will be coached in an age-relevant manner.

Any inquries please contact John Wai by email johnwai86@hotmail.com, phone 03 437 1172, cell 021 100 5874

The AGM of the North Otago Sports Bodies is being held on Tuesday 8th June 2010 at the Waitaki Community House 100 Thames Street at 7.00pm.

Delegates of all Clubs and Organisations welcome.

The next Halo meeting will that was to held Weds 26th 7pm at Community House, has now been CANCELED and new date will be posted soon.

Year 6, 7 and 8 under 15 Development, under 15, under 17 under 21 and senior A Rep Trials are this Sunday 16th May 10.00am to 12.00noon and next Sunday 23rd May. These are open trials and all players are welcome, if a player is not able to attend the trials they MUST let Lynn Cartwright or Kate Mihaere know by 9.30am Saturday 15th May so other arrangements can be made for viewing during game times, failure to do this will result in non-selection.

The Society's second production for the year is a thriller by Francis Durbridge entitled "Suddenly At Home". It is not so much a "who dunnit" as a "will he get away with it"! Businessman Glenn Howard’s wealthy wife, Maggie, wants them to go and live in Bermuda, meaning he would have to give up his job. The life of a kept man does not appeal to Glenn who also has another woman in his life, so he devises a seemingly foolproof plan to do away with his wife, enjoy her money and indulge his new love. Not only will he be in the clear, but the prime suspect will be his wife’s former lover, Sam Blaine.

The play is directed by June Blakey and the cast includes some very well known Repertory faces. It is on at the theatre in Itchen Street from19th to 26th June, all performances at 7.30 p.m. (except Sunday 20th at 4 p.m.) and no performance on the Monday or Tuesday. The booking office will be open daily from Wednesday 16th June at 12 - 1.30 and 3.30 - 5.00 p.m., or phone 4348868 during these times.

Do you want a date on 31 May?

Smokers in North Otago are being asked if they want a date on 31 May – a stop smoking date.

31 May is World Smokefree Day, and Debbie Huls of North Otago Asthma says that it could be the perfect day for a smoker to start the rest of their life.

“There’s no point telling a smoker to quit smoking. In fact most smokers already want to quit, it just has to be the right time for them. Maybe World Smokefree Day on 31 May is as good a day as any to make a date – your Quit date!” says Debbie.

“We’re always trying to remember the important dates in our life – a birthday, a wedding anniversary, the day we met someone. World Smokefree Day takes place every year on May 31 – so you’re guaranteed to always remember the day you became smokefree!”


Smokers quit for many reasons, and some people may need several attempts before they succeed. We encourage them not to give up, says Debbie. We can’t quit for you. But if you’re ready to take the step, there’s a lot we can do to help make this attempt a successful one.

“If you call the Oamaru hospital re the smoking cessation service or the Quitline they’ll send you a Quitcard so you can get low-cost patches, gum or lozenges at the chemist. These products will double your chances of successfully quitting.

Phone Quitline free on 0800 778 778, or www.quit.org.nz. If you’d like to get quitting support by text, sign up with the Txt2Quit service by texting quit to 3111 (it’s free).


Notes to editors

For more information please contact Debbie Huls Fieldworker North Otago Asthma Society 03 4343202
For more information on World Smokefree Day, see www.worldsmokefreeday.org.nz

FREE parenting education course.Starts May 10th.Numbers strictly limited so booking essential. Please contact Sue ph 4348437 or txt 0277637730

This district is blessed with a couple of New Zealands most wonderful dance instructors, Madeline Aldridge and Mike Bearney. They have announced their times for this term look up events.

Available from 17th April at Ballentynes Jewellers, Thames St., Oamaru or email lvi@steampunknz.co.nz Limited numbers so get in fast!

Enter New Zealand's first Steampunk Fashion Show. Register at www.steampunknz.co.nz by 27th April.

ANZAC Weekend Bowlathon $6 games for all Adults and Kids non stop fun for the whole family bowl until you drop.
Spot prizes. To be held at the Cptains Alley Gallon. From Friday 23rd till clsoe on Sunday th April 25th

Are you and your group looking for a venue to hire we how have both an onsite and off site option. For more information please call Kim on 4348862

Waitaki Girls High School PTA & Futures Trust invite you to:
OVER THE TUNNELS
Recreational MTB Bike Ride/Walk/Half Marathon
Sunday 28th March 2010
Windsor to Tokarahi – North Otago
21km recreational, non competitive mountainbike ride/walk or half marathon through historic railway
branch line. Rural views, view historic tunnel openings and manmade railway embankments and cuttings.
The trail is off rail and includes grass, gravel, 4WD tracks and forestry with some undulating contours. The
trail is suitable for all level of riders and bikes. A moderate level of fitness an advantage.

Plunket Annual Appeal 22-28th March 2010. Please support us! All money raised locally stays locally,to be used to "give the best start for every child"

SeniorNet Oamaru Inc.
IN ASSOCIATION WITH AORAKI POLYTECHNIC

P O Box 415
Telephone: 434 6380 Oamaru


Newsletter No 103
FEBRUARY 2010

It is February already, and we haven’t had a summer yet.

We are now half way through the Beginners Introduction to Computers class and already we have a waiting list for another class when this one finishes. It is great that we of the older generation are wanting to keep up with the technology skills that our grandchildren take for granted. Surfing the net is a great occupation once you have ventured in and got your feet wet. (See below for further info on classes)


These computers are a marvelous tool and there are so many things we can access when we have the confidence. (I find my computer rather irritating however when it reminds me that my spelling and my use of verbs could do with improvement – very like my old schoolteacher)


Don’t be afraid to ask if you have something you’d like to know. We are always up for a challenge at SeniorNet. We find it a great way to learn also. Come along to our next demonstration morning when we have a Q & A session

An interesting web site you may like to surf to is http://www.todaysseniors.com/
I would welcome your input on any websites you feel would be of interest to our members. Please email me on: heather.mcelroy@xtra.co.nz


Demonstration Morning.
As notified last newsletter our next demonstration morning will be 22 February at 10:00am when we will be giving you a quick look at Windows 7 and also the very popular Questions and Answers.


'My friend was on duty in the main lab on a quiet afternoon. He noticed a young woman sitting in front of one of the workstations with her arms crossed across her chest, staring at the screen. After about 15 minutes he noticed that she was still in the same position, only now she was impatiently tapping her foot. He asked if she needed help and she replied, 'It's about time! I pressed the F1 button over twenty minutes ago!''


Our rooms are open every Monday from 10 a.m. beginning next week again and the tutors and others are there who may be able to assist you with any computer query you have. And a cuppa is on tap too.

CLASSES
We have not had a good response this term though to other classes – please consider what your next class should be. We as usual offer the following:-

Word processing – both level 1 and level 2 – using different versions of word, so be sure to know which version you have – if in doubt ask Lois to help you determine this.

BEFORE attempting any of the classes below you should have completed at least Word processing level 1.

Digital Camera – for you camera newbies, this will help you to transfer your photos from the camera to a folder in your computer.

CD Burning – learn how to copy those important files etc and burn to a CD

Advanced Email – showing you how to attached photos and files etc

Internet – finding and searching the web

Please talk/phone/email Lois about any of the above classes or with any committee member if you have specific interests. We are always open to any suggestions.

If you can’t get in to the rooms the best way to get an answer to any request is to contact
Lois Wotton at Phone 434 5382 or loismay@vodafone.co.nz


Till next time
Happy computing
Heather

You are making progress if each mistake is a new one.

Report on the Gemstone, Jewellery & Craft fair, a club outing and some adventures in Australia.

The club is expanding gradually and we now have 4 to 5 new members. There is more enthusiasm for the monthly outings and I have listed separately the ones coming up for February 2010.

Address:
67 Taward Street
Oamaru
Phone: 03 434 8176
Contact: Jeff Fathers
The North Otago Rock and Mineral Club is an incorporated society run for those who wish to study all aspects of geology, mineralogy, lapidary work and fossils. Field trips are arranged to explore the availability of semiprecious stones & fossils and to collect specimens for individuals or the club.
Club meetings are held once a month in the evenings of the first Wednesday.

Oamaru Stamina Event 2010 is here again; welcome to the 26th Stamina.
RULES OF ENTRY
All competitors enter solely at their OWN RISK.
The ORGANISERS WILL NOT BE LIABLE for any loss or damage to competitor’s equipment.
Events may consist of individuals or teams. Teams in the Duathlon must consist of 2 individuals, and in the
Stamina Event and Sec Schools Triathlon, 2 or 3 individuals.
Competitors who WITHDRAW from any event must NOTIFY THE RACE DIRECTOR as soon as possible.
Race Marshals reserve the right to withdraw a competitor if they believe the competitor’s health is at risk.
Approved helmets must be worn on the cycle section. Helmets must remain secure until the cycle has been racked in the transition area.
Equipment must meet safety standards and be in good working order. Disc wheels, tri spokes, wheel covers or deep rimmed wheels over 45mm (when measured from rim edge) not permitted on bikes.
Running shoes must be worn on the run.
Swim section—no baggy shorts (safety restriction)
All roads are open to the public. The road traffic rules apply to all competitors throughout the event.
Secondary school section—please note that it is a requirement of the NZ Secondary Schools Sports Council that the entry form is signed by the Principal, and that date of enrolment at school and residency status is provided.

For further information please contact:
Oamaru Multisport Club, 4 Stoke St, Oamaru
Ph Diane 03 4347348 / 03 4379023
Fax 03 4379021
Email: diane.talanoa@ccsdisabilityaction.org.nz
Course details available on our website
www.oamarumultisport.org.nz

Entry Form Attached Below:

Kate White will continue with her yoga classes in Tokarahi, Kurow and Twizel this year. See Events for further details

Learning Spanish in Oamaru is easly. Maria Erdody delights in teaching Spanish, her mother tongue. You can contact her - marianoelbuldain@yahoo.co.nz
03 434 1094
0210665143

Make a time and place to suit yourself.

Wednesday Night Tennis Entry Form and details. Most teams that played last year have re-entered for the next 6 weeks and there will be no charge for them. We would love to see some new teams and there are a no of casual players wanting to play in the team comp.


We are also getting casual players coming along and we are encouraging this. If anyone wants a game please just come along. There will be a casual fee of $3.

Please forward this on to anyone you think may be interested and get back to me if you have any queries.

Cheers
Denise
021 437 752

It is funny from a community perspective how we prioritise things in our operational environments and what have become the current perceived areas of importance. Work, money, profile, networks, technology and wants seem to sit higher on the list than community, health, assets and needs or maybe I am just imagining this.

The system allows our leaders and elected to be swayed by the most attractive presentation or potentially flawed submission process (the he who yells loudest and in the flashiest way) over the practical and fact based approach. It is rare to find true consultancy and reporting as many reports or presentations are swayed in the direction that those buying the study request (this has always happened to a degree). This is now an engrained process common in communities; one of the many by-products of complicating the practice of appearing transparent and equitable. It is a process that can become commonly abused to service the needs of those with the understanding and knowledge of how it can be manipulated to achieve wants over needs. Every system has its flaws and its merits so understanding the process is crucial. Currently in our operational environment it is more important that those involved in our sector ensure the importance of sport & recreation to our community is positioned higher as a priority. The silent majority need to be awakened.

In times of cost cutting it is often the social needs of a community that are cut over the operational or asset based functions; yet in most cases development and growth can be achieved more economically in improving these sectors. Around eighty percent of our communities are directly or indirectly involved in sport & recreation from preschoolers through to seniors. Our sports and recreation facilities and assets are increasingly utilized regularly by our local populations, tourists and visitors at rates that far exceed most other community owned facilities. And although the more cost effective to maintain and develop per head of population in regards to the benefits gained from there existence they have in many cases a lower priority and profile.

In a time of preventative thinking, the understanding of the impacts of our changing national demographics and the proven ability of sport and recreation to make sustainable change; it is time to start future proving our communities. It is time for people to become involved and submit on their local sport and recreational needs. Take care to maintain and develop these important activity assets and we will ensure vibrant and successful communities into the future.

Grahame Johnston
Sport Waitaki

YOGA NEWSLETTER
FOR 2010 CLASSES

Classes will continue to be held at Columba Hall. All classes will cost $10.00 per class if paid in full for the term. Therefore as an example, a term of ten weeks will be $100.00.
A casual rate will be more as this is only fair to those who pay for a full term and miss a class for one reason or another. The casual rate will be $14.00.

We are aware that these fees will be difficult for some people to pay. Yoga is not an exclusive system of mind-body work practice. It is and needs to remain inclusive and accessible to all who wish to learn and practice.

Therefore anyone who finds the above fees outside their range is encouraged to discuss this with us so that you can pay what you can afford. All such discussions will be confidential and we will accept your word as to what you can manage.


Term dates are as follows: YOGA

Term One (9 weeks): Tuesday morning (beginner’s class).
Tuesday 2nd February to Tuesday 30th March
10.30am – 12.00 midday

Tuesday evening class (general class)
Tuesday 2nd February to Tuesday 30th March
5.45pm – 7.15pm
Thursday morning class (intermediate class)
Thursday 4th February to Thursday 1st April
10.00am – 12.00 midday

Cost: $90.00 for full term or $14.00 casual


Thursday evening class (proposal; yet to be confirmed)
Thursday 4th February to Thursday 1st April
7.30pm – 8.30pm
Cost: $70.00 for full term or $10 casual


Relaxation/Meditation class

Thursday evening at Columba Hall
Thursday 4th February to Thursday 1st April
6.00pm – 7.00pm

Cost: $70.00 for full term or $10.00 casual


Term Two (11 weeks): 19th April to 2nd July
Term Three (10 weeks): 19th July to 24th September
Term Four (10 weeks): 11th October to 17th December


To register: Phone, John or Dominique 03 689 7586
By post, 4 Mary St; Waimate 7924
Email: karuna@hyper.net.nz
We are away from the 18th of December to the 15th of January.

Sunday 14th March 2010
The Hampden Skyline Ride and Pugh Pedal Push are recreational rides for riders of all abilities as a fundraiser for the Hampden School.
The Pugh Pedal Push is a 7km family fun ride that takes riders to a nice vantage point looking over rolling farmland to the sea.
The Hampden Skyline Ride is either a 15km or 25km (500mtr climb) ride that takes you to the skyline west of Hampden, with spectacular 360 degree views over the North Otago coastline, past bush clad hills, through to the hills of Central Otago in the west.
More information on http://www.sportsground.co.nz/hampdenskylineride or contact Ian on 034394844 or ijsuth@farmside.co.nz
Please click on the link below for more information:

Do you or your group need someome to do your typing. Community House now takes in typing anything from minutes, to brochures. We also can do your photocopying If you would like to know more ring Kim on 03 4348862

Now available here on-line a copy and maps of the local area schools. This booklet also contains information on development officer contacts for local sport and recreation codes.

Hard Copy booklets available at $10.00 from Sport Waitaki ph/ 03 434 9379 or email gjohnston@sportotago.co.nz.

Please click on the link below for an on-line copy:

Its that time of year again and Sport Waitaki has finished its schools calendar for 2010. Each school in the district recieves a hard copy of the events this coming year. the calender has changed this year to include wider information and allow better forward planning regionally.

Please click on the link below :