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After a year of riding for enjoyment and recovering from a nasty crash I seem to of nailed the World Masters Games with 3 Gold Medals, a Personal Best and two Bronze medals.
First race was the Road 20km Road Time Trial in Auckland along the waterfront, with great weather and the road closed for … View moreAfter a year of riding for enjoyment and recovering from a nasty crash I seem to of nailed the World Masters Games with 3 Gold Medals, a Personal Best and two Bronze medals.
First race was the Road 20km Road Time Trial in Auckland along the waterfront, with great weather and the road closed for traffic it was perfect. I was hoping for a medal but never expected to win the race as I haven't completed a Time Trial for a very long time winning with an average speed of 41.6km.
I drove back home to re-pack for the three days of track racing ahead on the Avantidrome in Cambridge.
My first race on the Track was my preferred event the 2km Pursuit, I qualified with the second fastest time and was racing for Gold the same evening against a strong Australian. I rode a very strong ride doing a Personal Best and winning by 5 seconds.
With my two strongest events done and dusted anything else was now going to be a bonus although I didn't expect to win the Points race the following day.
I had no idea how the points system worked and had it explained to me prior to the race, the only think I was focusing on was not crashing during the 40 lap race.
I was so nervous I felt ill, After being last on the first sprint I decided the best thing was to attack off the front and have a go at lapping the field, it worked and no other riders joined me, so I peddled like buggery and with the lungs and legs burning after 12laps I had done it. The crowd went crazy, all I needed to do was stay ahead to the end. Not only did I win gold I was also faster than all the other age groups.
The last day on the track was going to be a long one if I qualified for the Match sprint, I managed to qualify in the top 4, this meant two more races of eliminations. In between I still had the Scratch race to do, I left my finish sprint too late but still managed a Bronze medal. Later in the evening I won the Bronze ride for the Match Sprint. A total of 5 medals from a very well run event.
I had no rest and raced the Age Group Nationals in Cambridge in the weekend and won the Time Trial also.
So that's two NZ titles this year a NZ record and 3 world titles.
I'm now chasing the Duathlon Worlds Champs title in August in Canada.
The regional winner of the the 2017 Race Unity Speech Award is Te Rauaroha Tuhoro, a year 12 student…
We live at the end of Raumati Crescent, Onerahi. Our street doesn't have a turning circle, it dead-ends at a tin gate that leads into Dragonfly Springs.
Over the last 5 years our road crossing has been damaged by trucks using our driveway, and our neighbours across the road, as a turning … View moreWe live at the end of Raumati Crescent, Onerahi. Our street doesn't have a turning circle, it dead-ends at a tin gate that leads into Dragonfly Springs.
Over the last 5 years our road crossing has been damaged by trucks using our driveway, and our neighbours across the road, as a turning area.
I have contacted the council as it is getting to the point where we need to repair it. I don't want to spend money on it, to have the following week trucks drive on it and start destroying it again.
I spoke to someone at the WDC, and was told that the trucks are not allowed to drive up on driveways or over the kerb. Also, even though road crossings are on council land, the landowner using it is responsible for maintenance. This I already knew.
I only started driving again about 6 months ago. I knew the crossing was damaged but not how badly. Water is now starting to undermine it even more, and the trucks still nudge the edge with their tyres as they try to turn, causing it to break more.
If you break it you pay for it. Council won't even consider repairing the damage their contractors have done, the buck was passed from Roading to Waste, who said "we will remind the drivers to not use driveways". Attached are two photos. First one is from Google Streetview from 2012. You can see the damage starting. Driveway has been there since 1984. It was in perfect condition when I moved here in 1995. In the last 5 years we have had 3 heavy rubbish trucks every week. It has been destroyed.
Second photo is from today, April 2017.
I have talked to someone about putting a steel plate across the entrance, but really why should I pay for something I didn't break?
Sorry for the long winded rant. Just wondering what would you do?
Would you pester the council?
Would you talk to your local councillor?
Would you just repair it, hoping the trucks stop using it?
Would you leave it?
Or would you put in a steel plate and still hope the trucks quit using your driveway?
Looking forward to your comments ☺
UPDATE: 11/05/17. Have had a visit from council and Northwaste reps this week to look at damage. Lots of talk talk. Now waiting to see what happens.
Perhaps it’s surprising your Mum with a lovely bunch of flowers or baking your favourite childhood treats together. Why not start a new tradition this year and register for the Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk, proudly supporting the Heart Foundation NZ. Each entrant will receive a Dick … View morePerhaps it’s surprising your Mum with a lovely bunch of flowers or baking your favourite childhood treats together. Why not start a new tradition this year and register for the Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk, proudly supporting the Heart Foundation NZ. Each entrant will receive a Dick Frizzell designed event t-shirt.
So, get your running shoes ready to walk alongside thousands of other women to promote good heart health. You could even rub shoulders with an Olympian. Sign up to a 5km Fun Run/Walk near you to show your support. Tickets on sale at www.jennianmothersday.com
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Whangarei's Iain Luton first began collecting stamps almost eight decades ago. He has always enjoyed…
Personal Stylists are required for Dress for Success.
It's all about helping Northland women and men get employed and it starts with how they look, we have to make sure they are dressed appropriately for their interviews and then for employment.
It is a very rewarding position as we are … View morePersonal Stylists are required for Dress for Success.
It's all about helping Northland women and men get employed and it starts with how they look, we have to make sure they are dressed appropriately for their interviews and then for employment.
It is a very rewarding position as we are helping people succeed.
What a great idea. Many parents will know first hand just how expensive these events can be. Would be great to see other schools follow the same concept. What do you think?
A kind heart and willing hands has created a Cinderella type story for a group of Kamo High seniors.
Almost every … View moreWhat a great idea. Many parents will know first hand just how expensive these events can be. Would be great to see other schools follow the same concept. What do you think?
A kind heart and willing hands has created a Cinderella type story for a group of Kamo High seniors.
Almost every young woman dreams of dressing up to attend a school ball. It's a magical moment, but sadly it's an expensive affair and not all girls get the chance to attend.
This year - thanks ...
Take on Red Cross Journey and challenge yourself to walk in the shoes of a volunteer responding to a disaster or a former refugee family seeking safety. Follow their journey, hear their stories and make a difference for people in your community and around the world.
How does it work?
Red … View moreTake on Red Cross Journey and challenge yourself to walk in the shoes of a volunteer responding to a disaster or a former refugee family seeking safety. Follow their journey, hear their stories and make a difference for people in your community and around the world.
How does it work?
Red Cross Journey is all about walking in someone else’s shoes. Choose a journey to follow, clock 10,000 steps each day between 8 May and 8 June and get people to sponsor you.
Along the way, you’ll receive updates marking your milestones and sharing more about your chosen journey.
By taking part and fundraising, you’ll be helping Red Cross do good things across New Zealand and around the world.
Which journey will you take?
Choose to walk Disaster Welfare and Support Team volunteer Kath’s journey and cover 240km during the month – that’s about 10,000 steps a day – or get a team together and follow the Tamim family's route to a safer life, covering 1,000km.
Registrations are now open. Sign up and make every step count!
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Contractors are carrying out repairs to a collapsed sewer main in Porowini Ave West, from 6am Sunday 7th of May to 7pm Sunday 14th of May.
No traffic will be able to exit Porowinin Ave on to Maunu Rd during the works, however traffic on Maunu Rd will be able to enter Porowini Ave as per normal. … View moreContractors are carrying out repairs to a collapsed sewer main in Porowini Ave West, from 6am Sunday 7th of May to 7pm Sunday 14th of May.
No traffic will be able to exit Porowinin Ave on to Maunu Rd during the works, however traffic on Maunu Rd will be able to enter Porowini Ave as per normal. Porowinin Ave West will be accessible to light commercial vehicles and cars from the Tarewa Rd end only, they will need to exit again via the entry point e.g. Tarewa/Porowini intersection. Note: the route will not suit large truck and trailer units as there will be insufficient turning room to get them back out.
The work needs to be done before more damage occurs and a spill results, the contractor has made resources available and we wish to take advantage of the favourable weather over the next week. Sorry for the inconvenience and we thank you in advance for your patience and understanding.
A connection with land is the theme of an exhibition of new work by Northland artist, Filani Filina …
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