REACHING CLUBS SINCE 1995 Volume 30 | Issue 2 | 2024 REACHING CLUBS SINCE 1995 Glen Eden RSA membership at its highest - page 04 Transformative changes at New Plymouth Club - page 07 Clubs growth built on strong leadership - page 14 Palmerston North Cossie Club visits the Wairarapa - page 17
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Views and opinions expressed in Interclub are not necessarily those of the editors, Waterford Press Ltd or publisher. Interclub welcomes contributions from freelance writers & journalists. All articles published at editors discretion. Interclub accepts no responsibilty for loss of photos or manuscripts. 24 IC2 Terry Ray - President, Clubs New Zealand. There’s been a changing of the guard at Clubs New Zealand. With CEO Larry Graham set to officially retire on 31 December after 16 years with the movement. New CEO Lucy Waterreus has already started to fill his shoes. Lucy, who was previously our Operations Manager, was carefully selected from 48 applicants and will be based in head office in Wellington. She’s hit the ground running after starting on 1 October travelling to Melbourne with me the very next day for the Clubs Australia AGM where we looked at the new carded system for gaming Crown Casinos are rolling out in Australia. This means before a member plays on a machine, they have to get a card and the card then monitors how much they are spending and how much time they are on the machine. It’s a great way to ensure compliance and we were intrigued by the possibilities. Another big development is that Clubs New Zealand has completed delivery of problem gambling awareness training and compliance check across all clubs with gaming machines. This is to ensure that clubs are operating in compliance with the DIA regulations and members and guests can enjoy themselves safely. This year Clubs New Zealand has delivered training to more than 600 club staff and committee and visited almost all clubs with gaming machines, a big achievement for our small team. Another thing keeping clubs busy is that all clubs are in the process of renewing their constitutions to re-register under the new Incorporated Societies Act. Clubs New Zealand have produced a template constitution that clubs can use as a starting point with many successfully re-registering already. We will also be rolling out a new governance training course which will focus on making sure committees are well aware of their responsibilities and obligations under the new act. As we near the summer season we are seeing a big uptake of the Clubs New Zealand app. The app makes visiting other clubs easy as staff can quickly identify reciprocal visitors. Some clubs have even put scanners in so that you can scan the QR code in app and this integrates with the club’s door system. The Clubs New Zealand insurance scheme continues to grow and now has 189 members out of 315 clubs. As our scheme solely specialises in clubs it is incredibly relevant and now, we have such good support the pricing is very attractive as well. If you haven’t come on board, yet give us a call to find out more. Other big news is that Clubs New Zealand is also looking to invest more money in sports. We hold the hosting rights to 52 sporting events and are presently looking at our budgets to see how we can invest more and should be signed off at the next board meeting. We know there is a lot of pressure on clubs now in terms of regulations and cashflow. Many clubs are asset rich and cash poor and have to be smart to survive. If they are experiencing issues of this nature remember we offer a lot of services to help. Come to us sooner rather than later so we can see how we might assist. With Christmas coming up many of you will be busy preparing for the silly season. I wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a happy new year. Be safe out there and be smart. Finally a huge thank you Larry Graham for everything he’s put into Clubs New Zealand over the years. He’s been a great advocate for the movement and will still be around in an advisory capacity so we can all continue to benefit for his extensive knowledge. He’s bought a campervan so will likely be paying a visit to many clubs and I know you will all join me in wishing him well for his retirement. As we near the summer season we are seeing a big uptake of the Clubs New Zealand app. Drive safe Larry and know your regular presence at Clubs New Zealand will be missed. Terry Ray President Clubs NZ
4 INTERCLUB • VOLUME 30, ISSUE 2 - 2024 REACHING CLUBS SINCE 1995 CLUB LIFE: GLEN EDEN RSA Glen Eden RSA Membership at its highest When you have been working at a club since 1992, it goes without saying that you understand what makes it tick. Such is the case at Glen Eden RSA and with Manager James Pattullo. He leads an enthusiastic, hard-working team of staff, intent upon providing members and guests with a warm and welcoming environment to enjoy themselves in. “Our membership is, in fact, the highest it has been. It’s sitting now at about 1300 and like most clubs there’s a core of members who attend regularly.” Glen Eden RSA is located in a central situation at 9 Glendale Road, Glen Eden opposite the library and is open every day of the week. Supporting James is an executive of 10, who, James says, leaves him pretty much alone to manage. “I like including people in my thinking and trying new ideas all the time. You have to do this, to keep the club in a positive situation. We tend to invest our profits back into upgrading the facilities, as we’ve done recently with a complete redo of the men’s bathroom. We’re not a massive club, so we have to be quite prudent in our decisions as to when and what we spend money on.” The club open’s at midday, closing at varying times depending on the day of the week. James likes to incorporate live music into the offering with Karaoke every Friday night and a free Saturday Night band or Sunday Music at least once a month. Sue Russell The ‘Foothills’ restaurant, offers a range of food options as good club prices. Catering can also be arranged for special private events, as the club has spaces available for hire. Proceeds from the 12 pokie machines sponsor a lot of local community support. “We also see that a lot of our local sports teams receive club funding, as a way of giving back to the community in a really worthwhile way.” Dinner is provided from Thursday to Sunday from 5.30pm and Lunch Fridays from Noon. The club used to employ the staff in the kitchen, but have now shifted to a contractor, which James says works very well. Other developments over the past few years have been in creating a modern Lounge Area and outside sitting area for members and visitors to enjoy. James says he has excellent staff in a bar manager Jacqui, who looks after the rostering of staff and ordering, an office administrator Tess, who keeps the necessary day to day admin activities ticking over. “We also have a lot of community groups who use the club at no cost. ANZAC Day is a special time for Glen Eden RSA, who host the community after the formal services are concluded. info.fountaindrinks.co.nz info@fountaindrinks.co.nz
5 INTERCLUB • VOLUME 30, ISSUE 2 - 2024 REACHING CLUBS SINCE 1995 CLUB LIFE: GLEN EDEN RSA It’s again another way we support this community and the great people living in it.” Thursday Night is Quiz Night starting at 7pm and is extreamly popular and is one of the resturants busiest nights. Friday Evenings is Raffles and Karaoke with Ben and Marie at 8pm. The club has a number of sporting and social groups, including Darts, 8 ball, Indoor Bowls and a Women’s Section. “And of course ANZAC Day is a big day for us. We host the community after the formal services are concluded. It’s a really special time we all look forward to.” James says everyone is very welcome to stop and visit the club which is a member of the Royal NZ Returned and Services Assn as well as Clubs New Zealand. Glen Eden RSA Membership is the highest it has been. Now at about 1300 and like most clubs there’s a core of members who attend regularly. The Aussie Butcher sources only the nest quality meats available in NZ. All our fresh carcass beef, lamb, chicken and pork is all New Zealand product and is delivered daily and expertly butchered and processed on site. New Lynn • Botony • Henderson • Kumeu www.theaussiebutcher.com T H E OR I G I N A L B U T C H E R MEDAL MOUNTING Full Size and Miniature Orders, Decorations and Medals. Court Mounted or Swing Style. If necessary medals cleaned and new ribbon supplied. Duplicate groups made up to order. Registered with the New Zealand Defence Force as an Approved Medal Mounter. Quality work guaranteed. Contact: Russell Barker, PO Box 4104, Whanganui 4541 Phone: 06 348 7336 Email: rmbarker@xtra.co.nz Website: www.kiwimedalmounting.com Marvellous Turkey tour, including Anzac Commemorations Departs Istanbul 12 April 2025 (15 days) Save $600 per couple Now from $5570 per person/share twin Quote Booking code SP Classical Turkey tour including Anzac Commemorations Departs Istanbul 23 April 2025 (11 days) Save $500 per couple Now from $4489 per person/share twin Quote Booking code SP Enquire about Solo traveller’s discount Seize the moment. Tollfree 0508 100 111 info@innovativetravel.co.nz Or contact your travel agent Is attending the Anzac Day commemorations in Gallipoli on your bucket list? www.innovativetravel.co.nz T R A V E L C O M P A N Y Battle eld tour specialist Innovative Travel o ers two special departures
6 INTERCLUB • VOLUME 30, ISSUE 2 - 2024 REACHING CLUBS SINCE 1995 CLUB LIFE: NAENAE BOWLING CLUB Amazing Club with a real go-ahead attitude Naenae Bowling Club is one this country’s leading and innovative bowling clubs, sporting three beautiful outdoor greens plus a full-size competition-standard covered indoor facility. Manager, Natalie Cochrane, says its an amazing Club with a real go-ahead attitude to its development. With the greens it has on offer, it’s often the first choice for many National and International events, such as the recently held Trans-Tasman bowling tournament, covering Premier, Para-bowling and Development squads. “We have 200 full bowling members, but we are extremely proud to have another 1000+ Social members who are the backbone to our Club. We’re fortunate that we’re able to offer a great social gathering space, greens for social, club and competitive bowlers alike to play on, and we’re also home to the Taita RSA,” Natalie says. Naenae Bowling Club extends across a substantial footprint and helping Natalie on the day to day operation is a team of seven. Catering services are contracted, a structure that she says works well. “When the Club was set up here, it was decided to out-source the catering services. It works well for us, leaving me free to concentrate on day to day operations, taking care of the licensing obligations and liaising with my Executive who are very supportive of the Club and want to see it continue to thrive.” Naenae Bowling Club has 12 gaming machines which Natalie says perform well for the Club financially. She also has an indepth uderstanding and application ofthe legal ‘host responsibilities’ that come with operating gaming machines. “We host many events, both community based and corporate in nature. In any given year we would regularly host 50-60 corporate events. We’re the only facility that operates all year round, closing only for Christmas.” Because there is so much space Natalie says Naenae Bowling Club is often hired out for company team-building or training days. The history of the Club is interesting. Established at the then Naenae Reserve in Witako Street, Lower Hutt in 1945, it was, until 2008, a male-only bowling club. Women were warmly welcomed into the Club in the 2008/09 season and they have brought continued success to the Club at all levels on the greens since their arrival. Sue Russell In 2012, Hutt City Council presented the club with a proposal to build a new bowling facility on Mildenhall Park, incorporating two existing greens used by Park Avenue Bowling Club at the time. The proposal included to building a third outdoor green as well as a multi-million dollar indoor bowling space with associated social amenities. The $6.25million facility offically opened on 1 September 2017 and has never looked back. Anyone following national and international bowling tournaments will have witnessed events held on Naenae’s indoor green as bowling events are more frequently televised these days, giving a real boost in popularity and awareness of the sport to the wider public. “It’s a great entry level sport for anyone who wants to give it a go. We have public bowls available for social groups and the bowlers are very friendly and welcoming of new members. It is also now attracting many young players, changing the demographic of the sport.” Highlights of the yearly operation include, what Natalie describes as, a ‘fabulous massive’ Melbourne Cup day event. Other events, such as the next TransTasman challenge coming up in January, add to the excitment of the Club. “The best part of operating a bowling club with the facilities we enjoy is that everyone is welcome, whether they play the sport or not. “We’re just a happy, welcoming neighbourhood club who do our best to ensure everyone who visits has a great time.” ColdCraft Refrigeration LTD Refrigeration | Heat Pumps | Air Conditioning 0800 100 445 info@coldcraft.co.nz | coldcraftrefrigeration.co.nz Design - Build - Installation - Service Commercial & Industrial Refrigeration Specialists Available 24/7 in the Greater Wellington Region WE BUILD COOL ROOMS & CARRY OUT ALL MAINTENANCE WORK 30 Hillary Court, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011 | 04 567 1838 PROUDLY SUPPORTING NAENAE BOWLING CLUB Open Hours: Mon - Fri: 8.00am - 7.30pm Sat: 8.30am - 7.30pm Sun: 9.30am - 6.30pm Leonie Gough and Larry Williams winners of the Kettles Cup.
7 INTERCLUB • VOLUME 30, ISSUE 2 - 2024 REACHING CLUBS SINCE 1995 CLUB LIFE: NEW PLYMOUTH CLUB Transformative changes at New Plymouth Club A key reason why some clubs flourish while others struggle to the point where the business isn’t viable any more, is the ability to read the wind and adapt to changes in the way society regards what great hospitality is all about. One club that’s seized this challenge and Sue Russell ran with it is the iconic New Plymouth Club. Making transformative changes, as the New Plymouth Club has, takes careful consideration, great communication and a stoic determination to do right by its members and the wider community. The club’s answer to this challenge was to embrace how hospitality is best delivered and create a reimagined New Plymouth Club, with an eye very much on offering an enriching visitor experience. “We’ve thoroughly modernised the club throughout and redesigned all the main areas with a focus on delivering wonderful hospitality to our guests. The renovation includes a new lounge and bar area with zoned seating. A newly designed gaming area and an updated cue sports areas which includes a brand new Dart and Card zone. The redesign also included a brand new Bistro area called 1908 that has become a focal point for new visitors. 1908 makes use of our ‘million dollar views’ out to the Tasman sea. It features an extended balcony allowing members to enjoy al fresco dining and drinking which has proved to be a All types of Domestic, Commercial & Industrial Designs & Installations • Full Electrical Designs & Installations Electrical Inspections, Network Designs, Connections & ICP creations • General Electrical Servicing & Repairs Phone & Data Installations, Servicing & Repairs • Full Solar Designs, Quotations & Installations, Servicing & Repairs Electronic Services & Repairs • Full TV Aerial, Dish & Freeview Installations, Servicing & Repairs Testing & Tagging, On & O Site • Full Heat Pump & Ducted Systems Installation, Servicing & Repairs PROUD TO BE WORKING WITH THE NEW PLYMOUTH CLUB & PROUD TO OFFER OUR SERVICES NATION WIDE The redesign also included a brand new Bistro area called 1908 which makes use of ‘million dollar views’ out to the Tasman sea. to page 8
8 INTERCLUB • VOLUME 30, ISSUE 2 - 2024 REACHING CLUBS SINCE 1995 hugely popular spot throughout the year. ” “The overall environment is casual and easy and very welcoming. This has been a massive development we’ve undertaken by carefully planning each stage,” says Michael Murdoch, committee member and head of the Clubs Project Control Group that has managed the changes in the Club. It isn’t just in the physical spaces that change has happened. A whole revitalisation and streamlining of the membership process has made becoming a member of New Plymouth Club as easy as scanning a QR code. ‘Everyone now pays the same fee of $15 which makes The Club a more viable option for younger and older members alike’ says Donna Yeats, who initiated the project following a huge review of the market to determine what people were looking for in a local Club. CLUB LIFE: NEW PLYMOUTH CLUB www.cabsurfaces.co.nz 027 555 1390 craig@cabsurfaces.co.nz Specializing in custom joinery and solid surfaces, blending craftsmanship with durability. Proud to be associated with the New Plymouth Club refurbishment As well as existing and new members, children have been well catered for to encourage families to join, including a small children’s area, booth seating and comfortable zoned seating to accommodate all different types of socialising. “If we wanted to attract new younger members and members with families, we knew they wouldn’t quibble at the $15 fee.” Donna was contracted to undertake an extensive researching project, gaining feedback from more than 1000 people, before embarking on any renovations. “That’s was a very valuable investment on our part and set the project off on a strong footing,” says Michael. Once the project was signed off and agreed by the members, The Club sought out a local Architect firm to help bring the vision to life and Boon Limited were chosen as key partners in the project. Boon played a crucial part in the redesign and project management led by Associate Jono Murdoch who has been hands on throughout. Key to the redevelopment’s success has been unstinting support from the club’s Executive and Management alike and the ability by staff to work through some difficult logistical moments. When asked how members and the wider community have responded, all agree feedback has been extremely positive and an estimated 1 in 8 people in New Plymouth are now members of the Club with membership reaching nearly 11,000. It’s been quite a journey for the New Plymouth Club, future-proofing the business for decades to come. Having the courage to commit to this significant redevelopment speaks volumes about the culture of New Plymouth Club; a club prepared to dig deep to embrace the future head on. With everyone being delighted with all that’s been achieved. An extended balcony allowing members to enjoy al fresco dining and drinking has proved to be a hugely popular spot throughout the year. from page 7
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10 INTERCLUB • VOLUME 30, ISSUE 2 - 2024 REACHING CLUBS SINCE 1995 CLUB LIFE: KAMO CLUB INC A proud history, that extends back to 1943 Frances Clark has been manager just over a year at Kamo Club, having worked at the club as its bar manager prior to this. All up, Kamo Club, of Whangarei, has a team of 11 staff, who work across shifts to keep the club operating 6 days a week. “We’re closed on Tuesdays but our doors are open every other day of the week for our members and visitors alike to enjoy what we have to offer,” says Frances. The club has a long and proud history, that extends back to June 1943, so is in its 80th year. Major improvements to the building and facilities Sue Russell took place in 1969-70 and Frances says its a great little club with plenty of room to offer spaces and options for its members and guests to enjoy. “We’re currently at a membership of 1760 and climbing up again, following losing some during the Covid era,” Frances explains. The club has a strong array of adjuncts with one or two that other clubs may not have, including ‘Sport of Kings’ for punters and motor sport. Monday and Thursday evenings are members draws. Every second week a band performs and four shows are organised throughout the year. “We just had the Jersey Boys tribute show here last week,” said Frances, when Interclub spoke with her early August. She says she thinks the club has the right mix of regular bands and major events, to keep it ticking along well and people looking forward to what is coming up next. The club also has a function area, which Frances says, is increasingly in demand. A new caterer offers an array of menu options, or will tailor a menu to suit a particular event. A really useful ‘walk through’ video can be accessed on the club’s ‘contact us’ link on its website, giving viewers a sense of the spaces inside and how they are used. The restaurant is open from Wednesday to Saturday from 5.30 pm until 8pm. Asked how Kamo Club engages with its wider community Frances says its a venue for a number of community based organisations, including the stroke club. “We also welcome the disabled group to come here and enjoy some socialising while playing pool, as well as the Parkinson disease organisation, exercise group and a writers group, so there’s plenty of engagement with the community we’re proud to be a part of.” Since the major upgrade to the facilities the clubroom’s have retained a very good quality about them. Inside, six snooker and four pool tables are very popular and Frances says Kamo Club undeniably has the best dance floor in Northland. First year membership is $75 and then subsequently $50 per year. Frances says she enjoys a supportive professional relationship with the club’s Board who all have the continued success of the club at heart. “They understand how important we are to our community and are very proud of this club.” OPEN 10AM TO 2PM - CURRENTLY FRIDAY TO SUNDAY & PUBLIC HOLIDAYS 124 Gray Rd, Kamo | 09 435 0110 | 0210 293 2577 | office@bigcats.co.nz | www.bigcats.co.nz General Admission: $28 per person 3yrs & under free • Guided Tours • Birthday Parties • Twilight Experience & Put Pride Big Boys to Bed • Group & Corporate Packages SANCTUARY The Kamo Club is now in it’s 80th year, with a membership of 1760 and climbing.
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12 INTERCLUB • VOLUME 30, ISSUE 2 - 2024 REACHING CLUBS SINCE 1995 CLUB LIFE: PETONE CLUB Better levels of service for members and guests Iain Craw knows and understands the Petone Club well. When he returned from time overseas he began his association with the large and successful club as Restaurant Manager, progressing through various management roles to lead the club in the early days of the COVID pandemic. The timing could be described as a baptism by fire, but by this time, Iain knew the club well and understood the capabilities of the team of managers who oversee various areas of the club’s extensive operation. Today, Petone Club sits at the very centre of the community it serves and has a membership of around 9,000. It employs 60-odd staff and when COVID lockdown struck, Iain says the club was in a strong financial position to weather the storm and keep the team employed and the bills paid. “We put a great deal of time and energy into ensuring that when we could open our doors again, our members and guests were returning to a safe and compliant environment,” Iain says. From 2022 onward the club assumed its positive financial cash-flow and the planned full refurbishment of the Bistro kitchen went into action, completed on time in mid-2023. “This was a major project for us. Our Bistro is an extremely busy outlet and we had set aside $500,000 for the project which was well managed and came in under budget. Our Bistro at its peak is processing a meal order every 90 seconds so refurbishing the kitchen has meant that operational workflows have been improved with better levels of service for our members and guests.” And as a healthy reflection of the strong position Petone Club is in, Iain says turnover is up in all areas of the club’s operation. The club is one of a handful in New Zealand that has 30 gaming machines. Updating the fleet of machines has resulted in an increase in revenue from this source, however Iain balances this with a firm understanding of the club’s duty of care towards its players and responsibility Sue Russell with respect to the current Harm Minimisation regulations relating to problem gambling. Iain works with an experienced Executive Committee of 9 members and 3 Trustees and when Interclub spoke with him, the next big project was a complete roof replacement scheduled for later in the year. Petone Club is also a place where young people can receive work experience training, through the not-for-profit organisation Youth Inspire which run a range of employment programmes for 15-24 year olds. Those participating in the programme are supported along an 8-14-week pathway, where they can attain their driver’s license and learn to write a good CV amongst other things. During this time, Petone Club takes on two people to give them an opportunity to work in a real life, fast-paced hospitality environment. “It’s a great partnership and we’re proud of the relationship we have with Youth Inspire. In the five years we have been involved we’ve taken six staff on to full time employment with us.” Iain says his demanding busy role is made easier with the support of an excellent team of department heads who in turn support the various teams of staff. “When you think about it, a club of this scale is a great place for someone to gain experience across all areas of our operation and it’s extremely satisfying to see staff gain confidence and skills as they become a valuable part of our great team.” And because Petone Club has such a large footprint, it is able to host various largescale events throughout the year. Two major charity events are held annually; fundraising events for various worthwhile causes taht the club and membership supports. “We host an annual Pink Ribbon Breakfast in August and normally raise between $5,000- $10,000 and the other major event is our popular Charity Fishing Contest in support of the Child Cancer Foundation and Wellington Coastguard. This year we raised $16,000 through the contribution and sponsorship of our partners, local businesses and auctioning fish caught across the weekend.” “We owe our success as a club to the ongoing support of our members, guests and wider community – we are immensely proud of what we offer and continue to improve as we look to the future.” Petone Club Ph: 04 568 5404 Email: generalmanager@petoneclub.co.nz IF YOU DON’T HAVE A QEC WE HAVE A GREAT DEAL FOR CLUB NZ MEMBERS. 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13 INTERCLUB • VOLUME 30, ISSUE 2 - 2024 REACHING CLUBS SINCE 1995 CLUB LIFE: PETONE CLUB Relax and Unwind at BKs Premier Motel Esplanade From studios to one bedroom apartments all our rooms are furnished with king size beds, La-Z-Boy recliners, kitchenettes, all of the things you enjoy at home including free WiFi and free onsite parking. The spectacular views across the Petone foreshore to Wellington city further enhance the high quality, clean and comfortable motel rooms. 0800 257 386 | info@bksesplanade.co.nz | bksesplanade.co.nz 0800 264 948 | info@blendz.co.nz | www.blendz.co.nz Importation and sales of Italian slush machines. SPARE PARTS • COCKTAIL SYRUPS • KIDS SYRUPS Petone Club has such a large footprint, it is able to host various large-scale events throughout the year.
14 INTERCLUB • VOLUME 30, ISSUE 2 - 2024 REACHING CLUBS SINCE 1995 Club’s growth built on strong leadership Christchurch’s Papanui Club, in Bishopdale, is a strong, vibrant and engaging social club offering members an array of activities to become involved in. General Manager, Mark Belton, says the club, established in 1956, has grown from strength to strength under years of strong governance leadership. Mark’s passionate about the club, having worked previously as the Operations Manager. “I feel very privileged to be managing this wonderful club. No two days are the same and its exciting, sometimes challenging, but always satisfying work.” When Christchurch’s earthquakes occurred, the then Papanui Club building sustained some damage, enabling the club to process an insurance claim, which resulted in a new building near the original site being built. “We officially opened in 2016, following the rebuild and are now located toward the back of the old car-parking area. We were able to plan and future-proof our club out of that terrible experience and now we’re thriving,” Mark says. Today, club membership averages between 9,000 and 10,000 and looks set to continue to grow, placing Papanui Club in a strong position to continue to evolve, something Mark says, he’s really keen to see. “We already have a large array of subsections and I think we’re only just scratching the surface. We’re about engaging with our community and providing the space for the community to meet.” Without giving anything away Mark says he has a few larger plans for the club in the next year or two. Currently he’s working on establishing a strong business case to take to the Board to consider. Sue Russell “I have a great Board of Directors with real enthusiasm. Terry Stewart has been our President since 2018. We’ve just gone through an election and have some fresh energy on board. One thing that is a strength of this club is that the Directors understand their role and leave management free to get on and operate the day to day club life.” The club has decided to change its constitution, enabling bi-annual elections, rather than every year. Papanui Club’s Scorch Cafe offers patrons a seriously great coffee and baked goods along with cooked breakfast offerings from Thursday to Sunday, opening at 9 am. Breakfasts are available until midday on these days and the cafe is proving a popular destination for those living and working in the area.. “We offer a birthday shout of a free buffet meal for every member. “Given full membership costs only $30, this free birthday gift essentially covers that cost.” And to encourage families to come along and enjoy all the club has to offer, children can have access now to the pool and dart playing areas. This makes good sense Mark says, given these children are the future full members of the club. Outreach extends to offering the community use of the building and to providing schools who request donations, along with the local community patrol. “We also supply groups with vouchers for their fundraising activities.” Ignite Fitness, offers club members with an alternative fitness/exercise option. Membership is annual and costs $400 to join. In all Papanui Club employs 72 staff, so is a major business in the district. Some, Mark says, have been with the club more than 30 years, bringing a depth of experience for new staff to engage with. “We have a good reputation for looking after young people in employment.”Coming up this year Papanui Club’s Outdoor Bowls secction will be hosting the Clubs NZ South Island Women’s Outdoor Bowls tournament in October. YOUR KITCHEN SUPERHERO COMMERCIAL KITCHEN SERVICES 0800 804 104 | www.cookright.co.nz Saving you time and money! HOODS & FLUE CLEANING DEEP KITCHEN CLEAN FILTER CLEANING WASTE OIL REMOVAL FRYER CLEANING FRESH OIL SUPPLIES t Keep staff safe t Focus on food t Reduce OSH risk t Insurance compliance t Hygiene compliance t Professionally cleaned t Local and reliable t It’s simply taken care of VATMAN Kitchen Superhero Sawyers Arms FOR WOFS, SERVICING, TYRES & REPAIRS 03 359 8645 sawyersarmsauto.co.nz Electrical services & Heat Pump installations 022 618 5781 Casebrook, Christchurch vanselectricalservices@gmail.com www.landaapparel.co.nz Phone: 03 366 5850 Mobile: 027 335 3161 10 Moncur Place PO BOX 22257 Addington Christchurch 8024 “I encourage anyone who wishes to see and experience what the club has to offer, to come and visit us. “We’re open seven days a week and you’ll be made to feel very welcome.” Ignite Fitness, offers club members with an alternative fitness / exercise option. Membership is annual and costs $400 to join. CLUB LIFE: PAPANUI CLUB
15 INTERCLUB • VOLUME 30, ISSUE 2 - 2024 REACHING CLUBS SINCE 1995 7 Cunliffe Rd, Redwood, Belfast Christchurch | Ph. 03 323 8702 CUNLIFFE HOUSE REST HOME We are a small family owned and operated facility. Our focus is on a homestyle environment providing quality care. No premium charges. 027 433 4464 | rayplumb@xtra.co.nz Repairs • Maintenance • Renovations Alterations • Installation Servicing • Upgrades Woodbury Plumbing co Ltd The Papanui Club encourages families to come along and enjoy all the club has to offer. CLUB LIFE: PAPANUI CLUB NCR Atleos launches CashZone branded NCR ATMs BANK GRADE HARDWARE This user-friendly Lobby ATM solution offers enhanced performance and the style of modern-day business payments solution, intrinsic security, superior uptime enhancing reliability. Features include: NCR is trusted by the world’s biggest financial institutions including most major banks in Australia, New Zealand and South Pacific Fast Transactions with a capacity of up to 8,000 notes Self-monitoring and repair Remote monitoring software Utilise “On Screen” remote advertising and promote your brand plus increase transaction volumes Easily upgradable to future technological advancements Sales enquiries - Toll Free: 0800 469 286 Cash s A E HARD ARE This user-friendly Lobby ATM solution offers enhanced perf r and the style of modern-day business payments sol ti , i i i rity, superior uptim enhancing reliability. t r l : is trusted by the world’s big est financial institutions incl i t aj r banks in Australia, e Zealan and Sout ifi F t i it a capacity of up to 8, 0 notes lf ir t r tili “ n Scre n” remote advertising and promote your br l i s ction volumes sil r technological advancements Sales enquiries - Toll Fre : 080 469 286
16 INTERCLUB • VOLUME 30, ISSUE 2 - 2024 REACHING CLUBS SINCE 1995 Papanui Club’s trip to Tauranga’s districts Tuesday-starting 6.45am 23 Members were transported by shuttle to Christchurch airportand greeted by Heather our tour guide and her husband Micheal with our tickets etc. We then flew to Auckland 8.30am ontime - arriving we met our driver from Tauranga bus company!!!! After 20 mins travelling south Heather discovered by phone we had left two of our members behind, they were at the International Airport. We recovered them!!! We then travelled onto Cambridge for lunch, a pretty town with the Cycling High performance unit and Lake Karapiro (rowing) close by, also well known Stud farms for thorough bred horses in the area. Weather was showery but the rain stopped and the sun came out at Hobbiton Movie Set. I haven’t read the books or seen the Lord of the Rings movies but was enthralled by the experience that is“Hobbiton”-being guided, we learnt how Peter Jackson and another investor “saw the dream”of this Mythical Village. 42 Hobbit holes - including Bilbo Baggen’s Cottage at the top of Shire. It had a 6 tonne artificial tree on top of the grass knoll. Bilbo was 110 years old in the movie. We viewed the “Party Cottage”and ended at the Green Dragon where we quenched our thirst. Onwards to Mt Mauganui through the Kaimai Ranges to the Atrium Apartments at 6pm. Our driver told us the Norfolk Pines growing along the coastline in Tauranga ( Safe Anchorage ) that the Missionaries had planted them. They deemed it safe to come ashore as they looked like they had “Religious Crosses”on the top of them. We then went to the RSA for dinner, we stopped at the supermarket for breakfast items and then returned to our apartments for bed. Wednesday - Tauranga, first stop the Historical Village opened by Sir Denis Blundell in 1977. It was built to preserve the buildings and lifestyle of that Era. On the way to TePuke we saw three tall statues of Maori women (wahine ) they were carved as inspiration for the Wahine of the future. Lunch was in TePuke at the “cafe style.” We enjoyed a walk through the town which is known as the “kiwi fruit capital of NZ”. Heading back north we drove through the suburb of Papamoa Beach - we were amazed at the large number of new subdivisions and retirement villages in the area. Off the coast was Matakina Island which is 18m high. 225 persons of Maori descent live there. At night we headed to dinner at the CITZ Club in Mount Maunganui where we enjoyed a variety of good food. Thursday - Leaving the Atrium Appartments at 9am we travelled past the Port of Tauranga heading for the Waitomo Caves over on the West Coast of the North Island, then over the Kaimai Ranges thru to Tirau for a break, but alas our driver was unfamiliar travelling to the Waitomo Caves. We soon discovered this after we got lost, ending up in Te Awamatu the Rose Capital of New Zealand. We stopped here for a break instead it started raining we dodged the puddles while the bus went in circles twice before we left the town. As you can image Heather our Guide was not IMPRESSED!!! We had lunch in Otorohanga ( home of Goodnight Kiwi ). The owner of Bluebridge Cook Strait ferries in 1992 provided employment for a lot of people in the area. We arrived at Waitomo Caves with time to spare, Maori word “Wai” means water and “tomo” means“entrance or hole.” 16 of us went into the Main Cave by guide and the rest went to the Ruakuri Cave (originally used as a burial ground) which was easier to travel for our members who had walking difficulties. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed this experience, it is a “not to miss experience” if you are visiting in the neighbourhood. With the help of Micheal ( Guides husband ) and his iPhone were turned via Tirau. This was a comfort stop and proved to be quite a“trial.” It was 5pm and the Cleaning lady at the Public toilets had cleaned four of the five“loos”, our group of many were only allowed to use JUST one of them. On the way out we saw the corrugated iron buildings eg Sheep / dog and decorations added to buildings eg A Rose on a florist shop. Mt Sanctuary was a huge presence in the area, it is an ancient vibrant forest alive with native wildlife and it is surrounded by a 47km predator-free fence. 6.30pm we went back to our Apartments. We had a free night to look for our own meals. Some of us went to a very nice pizza parlour and enjoyed homemade sour dough bases with Hawaiian toppings.Todays trip felt like we were going“round and round”a few times!!! Friday - Before we left on our trip to Rotorua - Heather gave us all a Cheese n Spinach fresh scone wrapped in a serviette. She had cooked them at 6am that day and where very nice. Then we headed south on SH2 passing thru two toll bridges to Papamoa, Maketu Beacha comfort stop at Matata / Edgecomb on the out skirts of Whakatane, then inland on SH30 passing some of the 11 Rotorua region lakes. We saw Lake Rotoma which was formed by the Taupo eruption over 1800 years ago. The Kaituna River stretches from Lake Rotoiti to the Pacific Ocean - the eels that reside in this Lake travel 1200 kms to the Tongean Trench every 3 years. Many gold kiwi fruit orchards are grown in shelter belts to protect from wind and frosts. Lake Rotorua is the second largest lake in NZ. Rotorua city was very different and pretty. We arrived at the Ohinemutu Maori Village on the shores of Lake Rotorua just a minutes walk from the City centre. We were greeted by the Elder of the Ngati Whakaue Tribe and her husband which settled at this site centuries ago. We learned of the history of the Tribe and descendants over the years and particular interest was of the Meeting House and St Faiths Church which is known for its Tudor-era English style wooden carvings and woven panels, which is home to an iconic window etching of the Maori Jesus wearing a korowai. Next to Te Puia hot springs we saw the Mud pools and watched the geysers spouting into the sky. The “hot stones” were great either way, sitting or“lying on.” The Arts and Crafts Institute was very interesting seeing traditional Maori carvers and weavers working on their projects - beautiful work. Next some of us walked the Redwood Tree Walkway, it was relaxing and peaceful to walk along with the tree ferns beneath us as well as some bird songs as well. A drive around Government Gardens then back to Mt Mauganui. After dinner again at the CITZ Club we enjoyed Lady Jane & the Dukes dance band. We had a great time “dancing to the beat”with a local Rock & Roll Club. Saturday - Going home through Bethlehem then Katikati which means ( nibble nibble.) Known for its mostly gold kiwi fruit and avocado growing ( 500 orchards here ), Katikati is the Avocado Capital of NZ. Thunder / lightening and heavy rain on this comfort stop. We were amazed how lush the whole areas we visited were through out our holiday. High rain fall area “paddocks seemed empty of stock”was commented on many times on our trip. At Waihi we visited the Martha Mine Discovery Centre Est 1878 - it was very interesting showing us how the gold is extracted and made into “ingots”. We had lunch at the Gold Rush Cafe which provided nice home cooked food. We had a Train Ride on the Waihi Heritage Railway which was Est 1905, up the Karangahake Gorge to Waikino. 30 minutes away, there our tour bus awaited us. We stopped at Pareoa in the L&P Bottle garden reserve where we had a good group photo. We travelled thru Ngatea still on SH2 to Auckland Airport were we enjoyed a meal there and flew out of Auckland at 7.10pm bound for home in Christchurch. The shuttles met us at the airport to take us to our homes. The Travel Committee made a good decision to have Creative Kiwi organise and Guide us on a fun and exciting trip to Tauranga and the surrounding areas - Diana Robb. 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17 INTERCLUB • VOLUME 30, ISSUE 2 - 2024 REACHING CLUBS SINCE 1995 Wairarapa visit for Palmerston North Cossie Nineteen Senior Adjunct members left Palmerston North on Tuesday 19th March, 2024 for a 4 day holiday in the Wairarapa. Accommodation for the 3 nights was at the Copthorne Solway, which was very pleasant. A full breakfast was included in the room rate and meeting for breakfast was a good start to the day. We travelled with UZABUS and once more John was our capable and obliging driver. The weather was perfect for the 4 days, so we were lucky. After leaving Palmerston North we headed straight for Featherston where we visited the Fell Locomotive Museum. They welcomed us with a Devonshire tea which was much appreciated as we had had an early start. The Fell Locomotive Museum houses H199, the only locomotive of its type in the world, and Fell brake-van F210. H199 is one of six engines designed for use on New Zealand’s famous Rimutaka Incline. The locomotives climbed gradients as steep as 1 in 13 (7.7%) on the 3-mile (4.8km) railway between the settlements of Cross Creek and Summit in the South Wairarapa. We viewed a movie which put the operation into perspective and explained the history and then viewed the display, hosted by our knowledgeable guide, Malcolm. An enjoyable and interesting museum. Next, we visited Cobblestones Museum in Greytown, a working historic village right in the heart of Greytown, where you could see how Wairarapa’s early settlers lived, worked, and played in the 1800s and 1900s. Authentic heritage buildings, gardens, stories, and beautifully curated artefacts set the stage for a fascinating journey through time. Another enjoyable visit. A craft chocolate shop in the grounds was well patronised. Some free time in Greytown then, when some shopped and many just wandered around the boutique shops after having lunch. We then progressed to the Solway in Masterton, where we dined that night. Wednesday dawned a perfect day for our visit to southern Wairarapa. We first visited Kahutara Taxidermy Gallery, a natural history museum housed in a genuine log cabin. The mounted collection included a bird collection, a rock collection, insects, butterflies and exotic animals and birds. This collection was a little disappointing as it was a bit “tired”. It would have been more interesting if a talk re the taxidermy process was given, although Karen who showed us around was very informative and willingly answered questions. We then continued on to a sheep station- Kawara station. This is a 900 acre station on the edge of Palliser Bay, than runs 3000 ewes and 500 cattle. It was so dry that the bus was able to drive across the paddocks to the edge of the cliff where we got a marvellous view of Palliser Bay. The weather was perfect – blue sky, smooth water and no wind – would be awful up there in a southerly. Barry Jones organised this visit as his father used to work on this station and Barry could remember it as a boy – he managed to get a few photos of where his father lived, so this made his day. We had a look at the large woolshed as well. This station is run by the owner, Don who is 85, his son and a worker. A fish and chip lunch at Lake Ferry Hotel was next on the agenda and what a yummy lunch it was as well – beautiful fresh fish and a welcoming host made it more enjoyable. We then went out towards Cape Palliser lighthouse, but could not get right to the lighthouse as the road was not able to take long vehicles. Back to Solway, via a tiki tour of Martinborough and surrounds. Dinner at Citizens club that night which was most enjoyable with good food. Thursday dawned fine once again as we set out for Riversdale beach and Castlepoint and it was interesting to hear that some members had never been out this way. A look around Riversdale Beach and all the new houses in the new sub division up on the hill. Coffee and icecreams were found at the shop and the owner even provided chocolate biscuits for us – great hospitality. Off then to Castlepoint via Tinui, where we stopped for lunch at the Castlepoint Hotel, which reopened last October. Both food and hospitality were great and they were very welcoming. Castlepoint was windy as per usual and no one took the opportunity to climb up to the lighthouse as all the steps could have been a bit much. Back to Masterton then, and I know a few had a snooze on the way back as it was very quiet on the bus – too much lunch. Off to Citizens club again for dinner – roast night – and what a lovely meal it was. Unfortunately all good things come to an end, and we checked out of the Solway on Friday morning. A comfortable stay there, with good facilities and the cooked breakfast was great. The rooms were a step or two away from the restaurant so we were able to walk some of it off walking back to our rooms. First stop on the way home was Hattenburn Gardens just out of Carterton. This to me was the highlight of the holiday. Anna Kingsley, along with her husband Malcolm Batchelor, have created three acres of fruit, vegetables, artwork, herbs and flowers opened to the public just over a year ago, with Kingsley promoting creative ideas for growing using permaculture principals, recycling and networking. Anna and Malcolm were very welcoming and hospitable, with Anna taking small groups of us around the gardens on her electric golf cart, so we could view the interesting sculptures throughout. The property is self sufficient and off the grid with solar energy and a windmill providing electricity requirements. “Development of the gardens will never stop,” Kingsley said. “There are at least 19 more projects on the To Do list.” These include continuing development of a food forest, with its wood-fired hot tub – recycled, of course. The food forest has been designed to show how you can keep costs to an absolute minimum. Much of what they use, or plant is free, gifted, cheap, or they propagated it themselves. Using things that are of little value to others is a favourite – sheep dags from farms is one example of free mulch. The visit was a great success with many of us coming away with ideas for the garden. Good weather also helped. After having lunch in Masterton we then went to Middleton’s model railway, one of the largest model railway layouts in NZ, situated just south of Eketahuna. Colin has collected trains for years and it is an impressive layout. The decade displayed at present is 1970’s and Colin changes the decade every few months. An interesting visit. Home to Palmerston North, with everyone agreeing that it had been a happy and relaxing holiday. We all agreed that the timeframe was good – 3-4 days and the time of year. Hawkes Bay is the destination for 2025, so watch this space. CLUB LIFE: TRAVEL Hattenburn Gardens just out of Carterton has three acres of fruit, vegetables, artowrk, herbs and flowers which opened to the public just over a year ago. Kahutara Canoes & Taxidermy Gallery 177 Pahautea Rd, Featherston, Wairarapa | 021 176 5608 | kahutaracanoes@wise.net.nz Museum visits: Cost $10 Adults, $5 Children, $20 Families Kahutara Canoes: Freedom paddling (unguided) from $40-$70 per adult, $20-$35 per child with drop off & pick up included. Trips are 3-17km & also include a visit through the Museum. Kayaks / canoes, paddles & life jackets are provided. Carterton, New Zealand Open every day - Dawn to dusk $7 per person, No need to book 99 Hinau Gully Rd, Carterton | 021 552 112 annakingsley@inspire.net.nz www.hattenburngardens.nz
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