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Backing the Bay Away
December 7th, 2011
Greg Wilton from Australia. A proud Magpies supporter ... read more
Thanks Hawke’s Bay
November 30th, 2011
Fantastic. Hawke’s Bay remains Blue for another three-year political term. We have significantly increased our winning margin in Tukituki over the past three elections, this time winning by more than 9,000. I am absolutely rapt with this result. Thanks ... read more
Targa Rally 2011 ” The Ultimate Road Race”
November 4th, 2011
October 2011 the Targa New Zealand ran from Auckland-Whangarei-Auckland-Taupo-Palmerston North finishing right here in Hawke’s Bay, Havelock North. The weather had beaten the event in Palmerston North but so in The Bay. As expected the sun shone as I ... read more
‘Work Experience’ with Dish Catering
November 4th, 2011
Chris Tremain and I attended one of the biggest nights on the Hawke’s Bay calendar; Hawkes Bay Business Awards. We both donned a new shirt, tie and apron for the occasion! It was great fun getting amongst the crowd pouring wine and passing round ... read more
State Kiwi Swim Safe Programme
November 1st, 2011
As we are heading into summer, it was very appropriate for me to be part of the celebration of the State Kiwi Swim Safe Programme at Frimley School. This programme has been developed to ensure every primary school student has access to quality ‘swim ... read more
Cook-off at the A&P Show
October 25th, 2011
Tension was high at this year’s annual cook off between Chris Tremain and me in Food Hawke’s Bay tent, Friday 21 October. I had a title to defend; Chris had a point to make. It could have ended in tears but my good nature allowed Chris to be crowned ... read more
Hawke’s Bay A & P Mercedes-Benz Wine Awards
October 25th, 2011
Tuesday night, 18th October 2011 was an exceptional night in the Bay! Hawke’s Bay A & P Mercedes-Benz Wine Awards set the stage for the 2011 A&P Show. I had the privilege to attend this event where wine and dinner was the main focus closely ... read more
The HB Connection…
October 17th, 2011
Monday morning as I write this column and watch the sun rise on a beautiful Hawkes Bay day. I can’t help but reflect on last night’s game, so long in the coming, ultimately so decisive in the result. I have to admit to being more than a tad nervous ... read more
2011 Hawke’s Bay A&P Show
October 17th, 2011
Chris Tremain and I will be at the Hawke’s Bay A&P Show: 19 October 2011 – 21 October 2011. With the RWC2011 in full swing our theme at this year will be of course rugby. At every show, year we have a challenge for young and old, from gumboot ... read more
Pet Day at Tikokino School
October 12th, 2011
The school may have a small roll but the enthusiasm for the school is far from small. Pet Day at Tikokino School is a highlight of the school year. Pets, parents, students, teachers all get amongst the day. This year there may not have been the calves but ... read more
