Published as Issue No. 105
June 10, 2014
Runway coming our way? An article in the Dom-Post last seek suggested there has been an about turn and any airport extension would be to the south. This will have a much greater impact, visual and noise-wise for locals than the previous plan for the 300 metre extension, to the north and into Evans Bay. People on View Rd will be most affected. See more.
In an article last year about the extension Richard Randerson of Hataitai discussed the issues, NIMBY and beyond. A discussion has been opened on the website including information circulated today by Richard to the group which has been opposing the extension. [link not working]
Memories, good and bad: My name is Peter Drake, I have been asked to share some of my childhood memories of living in the valley. I was born in 1938 and lived on 69 View Road overlooking Lyall Bay. I attended Houghton Valley School from 1943 until 1950 then onto Rongotai College.
Lifting the creek: Working bee, this Saturday from 2 pm onwards, starting at the playground. Locals will be meeting to continue working on clearing the springs and removing weeds and rubbish. Bring gloves and a drink to share for afternoon tea.
Exercise in disguise: Reminder, Houghton Valley Zumba with Natasha. Mondays at 9.30 am at the Community Hall with Natasha.
Swim anybody? A photo of Houghton Bay taken on Monday afternoon. [No discharge photo]
Norman