Category: In the Community
A100 and still going strong
July 18th, 2011
I had the greatest pleasure today in meeting Elsie Tucker. On the 3rd July she celebrated her 100th birthday. Elsie has lived a full life and was a delightful example of how good things are. Congratulations Elise. It was indeed my privilege to have met you ... read more
Celebrating Leadership
July 18th, 2011
14.7.11 This morning I was treated to a fine breakfast of scrambled eggs, spicy sausages and tomatoes with staff and board members at Hastings Intermediate. After breakfast I was given a spine chilling welcome by the whole school which was an exceptional ... read more
Woman’s Refuge Appeal Week- a chance to make a difference
July 18th, 2011
From the 18-24th July is Woman’s Refuge Appeal Week. This is a timely reminder that family violence is not OK. Family violence is an issue we can’t afford to ignore. The impact of family violence is widespread and long-lasting. Violence affects ... read more
PR: New fund good news for young tech companies
July 18th, 2011
15th July 2011 Chris Tremain, MP for Napier and Craig Foss, MP for Tukituki are rapt with the latest announcement from Economic Development Minister David Carter. Chris said “The Minister has launched a $30 million venture capital fund to ensure capital ... read more
Rugby World Cup nearly at McLean Park
July 13th, 2011
The Webb Ellis Cup is finally back on our shores, and that is where we want it to stay. I don’t know about you but I’m getting really excited about the tournament. I’ve purchased tickets for my family to the Napier games and can’t wait for the ... read more
Local households encouraged to shop around for electricity
July 13th, 2011
Press Release Craig Foss MP for Tukituki and Chris Tremain MP for Napier have called on people to shop around for electricity. “The Electricity Authority recently launched the ‘What’s My Number’ campaign to provide consumers with information about ... read more
Duffy Books at Te Kura Kaupapa Maori o te Whare Tapere o Takitmu, 706 Albert St!
July 11th, 2011
Today Friday 8th July, at the end of Maori language week, I was honoured by being asked to hand out Duffy books to a great group of children. I was given a warm welcome by the students of Te Kura Kaupapa Maori o te Whare Tapere o Takitmu. I taught them the ... read more
Kiwi Seniors max it out!
July 11th, 2011
Yesterday (30.6.11) I put on my sports gear and joined with the Kiwi Seniors at the Hastings Sports Centre. This is a Sports Hawke’s Bay initiative that runs twice a week targeting 50-94 years olds. Ever since the introduction of Sport Hawke’s ... read more
A big vision is key to Wairoa’s future!
July 6th, 2011
I am fully supportive of the Mayor, Les Proberts, “Think Big” initiative that is currently being debated. The simple rationale is that one has to have a dream to pursue. As individuals we need goals, as businesses we need goals, as towns and cities it’s ... read more
We are proud of them!
July 6th, 2011
It was a privilege this week to join Governor General Sir Anand Satyanand and Police Minister Judith Collins to congratulate local Police officers and Napier civilians involved in the Napier siege of 2009. It was simply incredible to hear the citations which ... read more
