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With the new generator are, back, from left, Waitoki School principal Chris Neison, Orewa Freemason Jack Wolf, Orewa Lodge master David Rodenberg and Waitoki Board of Trustees member Steve Sylvester with Waitoki students.
Having to close because of a power cut is a thing of the past at Waitoki School, thanks to the generous sponsorship of the Masonic Lodge Orewa and the Freemasons’ Charity.
The school’s Board of Trustees chair, Jane Jackson, says power cuts are not unusual. When they happen, the small rural school has to close, as its pumps providing water and operating the toilets no longer work.
Earlier this year, the Freemasons sponsored the purchase of a 7kva generator. The project was also supported by Gatman’s Outdoor and Lifestyle in Silverdale, which offered a discount.
Jane says the generator also helps the school and its fundraising team by providing electricity beyond the school gates for pop up cafes and things like school camps.
The generator is valued at around $5000 and has not yet had to be used since it was installed.
