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Do you ever feel helpless ? I am retired and have never had any woodworking or other practical skills during my working life. As I entered retirement my young sister died of cancer. She was only 57. I felt helpless. Well, I thought at least I can drive a vehicle so there may be cancer patients… View moreDo you ever feel helpless ? I am retired and have never had any woodworking or other practical skills during my working life. As I entered retirement my young sister died of cancer. She was only 57. I felt helpless. Well, I thought at least I can drive a vehicle so there may be cancer patients needing a lift to treatment. So, I applied for a job as a driver and was welcomed with open arms and became incredibly busy. Two years later I was asked if I could spare the time to coordinate the driving requirements in my area and for the next several years, I did just that.
A colleague who took retirement at the same time as me was a wood turner and showed me some of the things that he could make on his lathe. I got interested and started to teach myself but eventually found that an experienced turner was starting a basic course for people like me but his school was in another district and two and a half hours drive away. However, I was keen enough to give it a go. This was the start of me buying my own equipment and attending courses of instruction all over the country and even overseas.
Then, there followed the establishment of the Men's Sheds and, by this time I had completed an advanced course and acquired my Certificate in Woodturning. At about the same time I became aware of the huge need to help cancer patients who were suffering from hair loss largely due to one of the side effects of chemothrerapy. These patients were attending the ‘Look Good Feel Better’ programme through the cancer society and the wig maker needed help in the making of wig stands.
This is now a successful Community Project where wood has been provided by:-
The Dame Malvina Major Rest Home (As a result of a refurbishment project)
Local farmers and landowners
The Mens Sheds in Masterton and Greytown
Individual refurbishment programmes in Carterton
Kings Kitchens
Timspecs
Wairarapa Woodworkers Guild
Funding has been provided by:-
The South Wairarapa Rotary Club
The Nikau Foundation
None of this would have been possible without the skill, time, energy and enthusiasm shown by the Wairarapa wood turners and the individuals who have gone that extra mile. But, at the end of the day, we are now really feel part of the cancer society who do such great work and we now have no need to feel helpless.
Indeed, you only have to witness the gratitude of patients to realise the real value of the help given if you are part of this community effort.
Building a family home in the country? A Barn? Or upgrading your current septic system?
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A man was tasered and arrested after rocks were thrown at two police officers in Masterton on Sunday…
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This weekend's Featherston Booktown Festival is jam-packed with events, panel chats and workshops. Don't miss top NZ authors including Emily Writes, Kirsten McDougall, Dame Fiona Kidman, Catherine Robertson and many more. Door sales are available (cash only) or check out the programme and… View moreThis weekend's Featherston Booktown Festival is jam-packed with events, panel chats and workshops. Don't miss top NZ authors including Emily Writes, Kirsten McDougall, Dame Fiona Kidman, Catherine Robertson and many more. Door sales are available (cash only) or check out the programme and book here or come and buy your tickets from either the Masterton or Martinborough i-SITE Centres
Celebrate the Clubs Members Day on Saturday 25th May 2019 and free course entry for the public. It is also the running of the annual Punters Challenge!
General admission: FREE.
Member for a Day $10 - Access to the Members Stand and Members facilities. Dress code applies.
Tickets can be … View moreCelebrate the Clubs Members Day on Saturday 25th May 2019 and free course entry for the public. It is also the running of the annual Punters Challenge!
General admission: FREE.
Member for a Day $10 - Access to the Members Stand and Members facilities. Dress code applies.
Tickets can be bought online and also be purchased on the day from the Raceday Office.
- Terrace Restaurant Dining $65.
- Corporate Box for the Day $80 per person.
Gates open from 10:30am
To book please contact: races@wellingtonracing.co.nz
Phone: 04 528 9611
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