Xmas Safety Tips

To ensure this Christmas is memorable for all the RIGHT reasons here are some Safety and Security Reminders ...

PROPERTY:
*When you are away, let your Neighbourhood Support Group know so other members know to keep a check on things.
* If you'd like to - invite neighbours to park their car in your driveway
                           - hang laundry on your washing line
                           - keep mail cleared
                           - wander around your garden
* DO NOT change your answer machine message letting caller know you are away.
all these steps help with the security of your home - hopefully making it nice and welcoming to come home to.

DRIVING:
*Prepare your vehicle well, have it serviced prior to any long trip ...
*Share the driving ...
*Take breaks ... even if they are unscheduled
*Always have in the car - snacks, water, blankets, good walking shoes, torch - in case you get stranded.

BEACH:
Kiwis love to head for the beach in the summer ... Have a great time but remember:

*Sunburn is NO fun, lots of sun block and a hat (for everyone)
*Don't forget to sunblock your feet, they are often forgotten ...
*Keep the idea of a Tusnami in the back of your mind:
                          - Keep a lookout for Tsunami escape route signage when you get to the beach
                          - Let the natural Tsunami warning signs be your guide
                                   # Strong Earthquake
                                   # Strange Sea behavior - sea levels suddenly rising or falling
                                   # Strange Sea noises - similar to the roar of a jet engine

If you experience any of these signs, DON'T WAIT FOR AN OFFICIAL WARNING - HEAD FOR HIGH GROUND.

Exciting January School Holiday Programme

   

This January 2013 we are having two weeks of fun with different activities to previous programmes.  Children aged 5 to 13 years can participate in Masterton, children aged 11 to 13 years from south of Masterton. Buses will pick up children pre-registered along State Highway 2 starting from the Kia Ora Dairy in Featherston and returned each day finishing at the Kia Ora Dairy by 3.45pm. Adult supervision will be provided on the bus each day.

http://www.mshcc.org.nz


We will have scooter workshops for the 5 to 7 year olds, stand-up paddleboarding for the 11-13 years olds, building a trolley in teams of four with the Mens Shed for 11-13 year olds. Leadership programmes for the older children, swimming for the under 11 year olds.
Healthy Kai for everyone.

Enrolment forms and more information on our website.

October School Holiday Programme

Yes School Holidays are looming and we are once again offering a FREE programme at three Masterton Schools.

SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMME

October 8^th to 11^th

FREE

Held at Masterton Intermediate,

Masterton Primary School and Lakeview School

Masterton Safe and Healthy Community Council is offering A FREE programme for children aged 5 to 13 years.

Dates: Monday 8^th to Thursday 11^th   October

Time: 10.00am to 1.00pm daily.

Programme

10.00-11.30am -  a variety of sports will be played in teams.

Morning tea provided free.

11.45-1.00pm 5 to 10 years old will be playing team games, cooking, song and dance.

11.45-1.00pm 11 to 13 year olds will be involved in leadership programmes and challenges.

Thursday 11^th October 10.00am to 1.00pm.

Cycle with Wairarapa Road Safety, improve your cycle skills then enjoy a riding obstacle course.

Bring your own bicycle if you own one.

 

Enrolments now open.

Enrolments forms available by emailing admin@mshcc.org.nz or

Download from our website

www.mshcc.org.nz or visit

Masterton Safe and Healthy Community Council at Wairarapa Community Centre, 41 Perry Street, Masterton.

Enrolment forms at school offices.

Places limited.

For more information phone

06 3788900.

Visit our Facebook page.

 A bicycle - in order to keep your balance, you must keep moving.

Funding for this programme provided by Masterton District Council

JULY SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMME

Masterton Safe and Healthy Community Council in partnership with Masterton District Council is running a school holiday programme from Monday July 9th to Thursday July 12th.

Masterton Safe and Healthy Community Council is offering A FREE programme for children aged 5 to 13 years.

Dates: Monday 9^th to Thursday 12^th   July

Time: 10.00am to 1.00pm daily.

10.00am to 2.00pm Thursday only.

5 to 10 year olds DO NOT attend on Thursday 12^th July

Programme

10.00-11.30am -  a variety of sports will be played in teams, including Rippa Rugby, Soccer, Netball and Hockey.

Morning tea provided free.

11.45-1.00pm 5 to 10 years old will be playing team games, cooking, song and dance.

11.45-1.00pm 11 to 13 year olds will be involved in leadership programmes and challenges.

Thursday 12^th July 10.00am to 2.00pm.   11–13 Year Olds Only.

Cycle with Wairarapa Road Safety, improve your cycle skills then enjoy a riding obstacle course. Participants go in the draw for free cycle safety equipment.

Bring your own bicycle if you own one.

Enrolments now open. Enrolments forms available by emailing admin@mshcc.org.nz or

Download from our website

www.mshcc.org.nz or visit

Masterton Safe and Healthy Community Council at Wairarapa Community Centre, 41 Perry Street, Masterton.

Places limited.

For more information phone

06 3788900.

Visit our Facebook page.

Family Whanau Day

Sunday May 20th

11.00am to 2.30pm

at Genesis Recreation Centre

Free activities include soup and bread lunches, face painting, reading with a child, egg and spoon races, maths is fun, table tennis, canoe polo, making a paper patchwork quilt, oversized board games, facials for the ladies, health checks, bubble blowing, colouring-in activities, car-seat checks, loads of food tastings from cooking demonstrations and so much more.
Wairarapa Road Safety Council is bringing a “Buckle Up” trailer to the expo. A Wairarapa first, the Buckle Up trailer replicates a car crash at 30kms per hour when you are seated wearing a seatbelt. Conducted under complete supervision you will leave the trailer knowing seatbelts save lives.
Another first for the Family Expo is the Masterton Library will be demonstrating e-readers and the latest library Internet technology with PC’s. 

Prizes including trailer loads of firewood, family passes to Masterbowl, Regent 3 and the Indoor Pool will be given away throughout the day along with free entry to the indoor pool between 12.00 and 2.30pm. Pool entry is a stamp on completion of the stadium activities.

Participating organisations are also offering free draws for families who visit their site, these include MSHCC giving away two emergency backpacks and a food hamper, Masterton District Library an e-reader and Wairarapa Road Safety a childs car booster seat.

Family/Whanau Day Sunday May 20th

April School Holiday Programme

Masterton Safe and Healthy Community Council is offering A FREE programme for children aged 5 to 13 years in Masterton and 10-13 years in Carterton.

Dates: Monday 16^th to Thursday 19^th   April

Time: 10.00am to 3.00pm daily

5 to 9 year olds in Masterton DO NOT attend on Thursday 19^th  April

Programme

10.00-12.30pm -  a variety of sports will be played in teams, including Rippa Rugby, Cricket, Soccer, Netball and Hockey.

Lunch from 12.30-1.00pm provided by MSHCC.

1.00-3.00pm 5 to 9 years old will be playing team games, cooking and activities based on “fun, fun and more fun.”

1.00–3.00pm 10-13 years olds: Design and build a flying machine using a large helium balloon, culminating on Thursday with our own flying machines lift off and flight. Join children from all across Wairarapa participating in the school holiday programme to discover their version of a “Flying Machine.”

Enrolments now open. Enrolments will be taken at the Community Centre Open Day, Saturday 24 March 11.00 to 2.00pm.

Enrolments forms available by emailing admin@mshcc.org.nz or

Download from our website

www.mshcc.org.nz or

visit MSHCC at Wairarapa Community Centre, 41 Perry Street, Masterton.