Loss Of New Zealand's Steepest Street Title

Unfortunately Baldwin Street located in the South Island, is now the second most steepest street in the world.  A street in Welsh, the seaside town of Harlech has snatched the ''The World's Steepest Street'' title.

To certify for this title this street need to have buildings paved along the side. This street was surrounded by a shop, houses, a laundry service, a caravan park and a restaurant.  

White Ferns Lose To Canada

The White Ferns have lost to Canada and now have 14 games left in the women's world cup, although they have already lost two. In Grenoble the team lost by 2-0. Canada attempted 17 goals and only two got in.

The White Ferns only hope to have a chance against Cameroon, the next team they're up against.  

Hawke's Bay Apple Grower Starts Compostable Stickers For Apples

NZ was first to add compostable stickers to help improve the environment. The apples from the company wants to reel more compostable stickers next year. Although the compostable stickers are more expensive, Bostock hoped that the manufacturer would start using them. 

Current 52km Bike Trial Conductive To Otago

This new trail will be called The Lake Dunstan Trail. The first chunk is said to be completed by this summer, and it to be finished and opened by next year. This trial will be part of the $26 million dollar New Zealand Cycle Trial Project.

I think this is a great time to open up new places for tourists, to enjoy and have fun.

Teacher's Concerned About NZ's Future, Which Leads To Strike

Teachers around the country have taken over the cities of New Zealand and decided that it's time. Teachers have an uneasy feeling about the future of New Zealand. Majority of the teachers are thinking of quitting over the next five years into their journey or even retire.

Even though teachers want a 16 percent increase in money, it's more about not having enough staff members. The government has offered a 3 percent pay rise over the next three years. Teachers are not 100 percent about this transaction and want more. 

Samoan Language Week

The premier of the seven Pacific languages to be held is Samoa. This years' theme is 'weaving an environment for a better future'. There are numerous events being held around the country to celebrate this happening. The Ministry of Pacific Peoples are coming up with exceeding phrases to say.

A Flock Of Earthquakes Zap White Island

Around 200 earthquakes have hit White Island, one of New Zealand's most active volcanoes. There are some speculations that this volcano could erupt or increase the chances of landslides happening.

I hope that this volcano doesn't erupt anytime soon.This could be a huge impact on the community leaving people in disbelief as a result of the last happening in 2001.

Interschool Soccer At Point England

On Wednesday my team mates and I went to the Inter-school soccer competition.  My team mates were, Mary-Ruth, Madisyn, Joanalisi, Kate, Liza, Jessica, Leanah, Limiteti, Storm and Winnie. This competition was held at Point England Reserve. We had six games, we tied three and lost three.

We had a year five and six team that I am very proud of. I'm also extremely proud of my team mates and how well they played.




The first school we were up against was Panmure District. They were a really good team to go up against and were tough competitors.

Kiwican Wk 1 T2

Recently, students at Ruapotaka School met two of Kiwi-can's craftspeople Miss Tuia and Mrs Mac.

We talked about the meaning of integrity, which was our theme this term. My classmates said that integrity was giving it a go and having enough courage to do something.

We played three fun games, BANG, Changes and GKQ. During BANG Miss Tuia was leading and didn't remember our names, I was next to her and she asked for my help.

Changes was a another game that we played if you have done something, or been there, you have to move to a different place. GKQ stands for general Knowledge questions and was the game.

I really loved playing all these games and I could tell my classmates enjoyed as well. Especially from the looks on their faces!

Waiho Bridge Washed Away Caused To Heavy Rain

Westland is struggling with extreme weather that caused the Waiho Bridge to be completely destroyed from the heavy rain. The heavy rain has caused rivers to rise and evacuation warnings have been sent throughout the area.

Some schools have been closed and extreme winds up to 120 km have surfaced. The town of Haast is encountering a one in 100 year flood. As a result of this weather, the main road from south of town to Hokitika has been closed. Unfortunately there have been reports that this dreadful weather will only continue.

I think this is a tragedy and I hope that this bad weather will stop in two weeks or so.