The recent earthquakes really tested our readiness for the big one. Wharekaka residents managed the Sunday afternoon quake well and remained calm while the building rocked.
Hasn’t the weather been lovely the past couple of weeks? It is hard to imagine that we are having such warm sunny days in the middle of winter!!
The bird aviary has now been relocated to a sunny spot making way for the fabulous dining room extension. Does anyone have any birds they would like to donate to the aviary?
We are also on the lookout for any bird feeders – do you have one in the shed that you do not use any more? We would like to hang some in the oak trees around the property.
Do you know that Wharekaka is the only facility in South Wairarapa to offer a complete retirement option for your twilight years. We currently have two rooms available for immediate occupation. Please contact the Manager on 06 306 9781 for further information on care options Wharekaka offers. From day-care, respite, long term care and villas.
We sadly farewelled Norma Chapman at the end of July. Norma was a well-known local of Martinborough. She taught at Martinborough School for many years – even teaching some of Wharekaka staff!! Our sincere condolences go out to the family.
The AGM of the Wharekaka Trust Board was held on 3rd July. A smaller turn out from previous year but plenty of discussion had by those in attendance. The Trust Board remains the same with Peter Croft as Chair, Trish Logan and Andy Sutherland Deputy Chairs, David Shaw Treasurer and Committee members Louise Prickett, Cynthia Maling and John Bath.
The Wharekaka Auxiliary is holding their major fund raising event of the year on Monday 2nd September at Brackenridge. This is a Bridge, Mahjong and for the first time Scrabble, Day. Tables of at least four people have a wonderful day playing one of the games and enjoying a superb morning tea and lunch. All proceeds go to Wharekaka Rest Home. Do come along and support this fun event.
Many thanks also to Brackenridge for hosting the event and Brackenridge offer a discount on accommodation for the previous night – Sunday 1st September for those attending the Wharekaka Bridge Day.
Martinborough is an exciting place to be that weekend with the Jazz Festival that can be continued on the Monday with a stimulating game of Bridge, Mahjong or Scrabble. For all enquiries on the Bridge day please contact Sue Hughes on 06 306 9666 or Barbie Cox on 06 306 9934.
On Tuesday 13 August 2013 at 10.30am Wharekaka is hosting a visit from The Crystal Chain Gang who specialise in glassblowing. The community are invited to join residents for what should be an interesting speaker to the facility.
Wharekaka Extension Progresses Fast
In last month’s Star we reported on the dining room extension at Wharekaka. A month on and progress is impressive, with doors and windows in and insulation installed in walls and ceiling. The room will be ready for gib board to go up in the next week. The photograph shows the extension from the west, with the deck visible to the right and doors opening onto it.
The building work is expected to be completed in time for spring and the return of warmer days and sunny weather, so residents will be able to enjoy both dining room and deck to the full.
