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By Chris Tobin What do you do for your 99th birthday?

For Picton’s Ian Mathieson, you jump in your car, drive to Blenheim and have a work-out in the Marlborough Lines Stadium 2000 aquatic centre’s pool.

That’s what Mr Mathieson did on Wednesday but apart from his turning 99 it was nothing unusual for him.

He makes the trip from Picton to the pool three times a week.

“It’s been a lifesaver,” the former chemist said of his training sessions.

“If it wasn’t for this I’d be in care.”

He enjoyed the outings away from Picton especially since he lived alone and he liked meeting a lot of people in addition to the exercise.

“I lost my wife June a couple of years ago and she was 10 years younger than me.

“A man living on his own is not good.”

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Pool man: Ian Mathieson still full of energy after his birthday training session at Blenheim's Stadium 2000 pool on Wednesday.

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Pen friends for 60 years

By Kat Duggan Seventy-three year old Blenheim woman, Harleen Apperly, thought she had lost touch with her pen friend of 60 years forever.

But on Wednesday, one of the care staff at Aberleigh Rest Home passed a letter on to Mrs Apperly, which was addressed to her, from her Northern Ireland pen friend.

“We used to write often, but I hadn’t written to her since I moved in here [Aberleigh].

I just sat there one day and thought ‘oh, I’ll write to my pen friend.’ She thought I had passed away because she hadn’t heard from me in four years,” she said.

Mrs Apperly first wrote to her friend, Gladys Wallace, when she was about eleven years old, after seeing her details in the Woman’s Weekly.

The two women now both have two children, and Mrs Apperly, and her husband, Gilbert Apperly, have four grandchildren as well.

The couples would love to meet, but think that would be unlikely to happen, so for now they are going to continue writing, and Mrs Wallace has promised to send photos with the next letter.

Harleen Apperly with her latest letter, from her Northern Ireland pen friend, of 60 years.

“We’ve only seen photos of them once, from their 40th wedding anniversary; that was ages ago,” Mrs Apperly said.

Mrs Apperly has had other pen friends

Police boss moving on A replacement has not yet been made to replace Marlborough area police commander, Inspector Steve Caldwell, below, who steps down from the job today after 17 years in the position.

Tasman district commander Superintendent Richard Chambers said it was hoped that the position would be filled by the start of next month.

Mr Chambers said Inspector Caldwell had achieved a lot during his time in the position and he still continued to get results.

Inspector Caldwell will take up a two-year deployment as the superintendent of NZ police in Bougainville, Papua New Guinea.

He has served 35 years in the police and his 17 years as Marlborough area commander made him the longest serving area commander in the country.

in the past; however Mrs Wallace was the only one she kept in contact with for so long.

“I’m looking forward to getting letters again,” she said.

99 years young Continued from page 1 Mr Mathieson was born in Havelock and lived in various centres as his policeman father moved around. He was educated at Timaru Boys’ High School and trained as a chemist in the town. He served four years overseas during World War Two with the army medical corps in the Middle East, Egypt and Syria.

“I’ve been around,” he said.

An accomplished tennis and badminton player in his younger years, Mr Mathieson took up running in his 70s after a health scare and ran half marathons.

He was then living in Geraldine, South Canterbury, and operating a chemist business there.

These days the father of three

competes at veterans’ games not in swimming, but walking.

“I’ve won three gold medals for walking.”

He has his eye on a veterans games in October and of course until then, the pool sessions will continue.

“It’s a way of life for me,” he said.

On Wednesday he was completing walking lengths of the pool holding light weights. He’s keen to get back to actual swimming.

This evening family and friends will gather in Picton to celebrate Mr Mathieson’s birthday.

His advice to combat the ageing process?

“You’ve got to keep going.... and a couple of ladies here want to have a cup of tea with me!” he joked.

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Remembering our mums

What does Mother’s Day mean to you?

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Marlborough businesses are getting into the spirit of Mother’s Day this Sunday, with different sales and events throughout the region.

A day for pampering mothers, and showing them appreciation, local businesses have been busy with people trying to spoil their special mothers and grandmothers.

Jeweller McCormick & Co., on Market Street in Blenheim have been running a 20% discount offer on Mother’s Day gifts for the past three and a half weeks, which manager Rhonda George said had been very popular.

Hunters Marlborough restaurant has also proved a popular spot for families on the occasion, as they are already fully booked for the day.

Also looking to help celebrate Mother’s Day is Dolce Cafe, who do not usually open on Sundays, but will be opening this time, from 10am McCormick & Co. sales professional, Jo Straker, and manager, Rhonda George, have a range of jewellery to offer for Mother’s Day, as well as a 20% until 4pm, and offering mothers a discount on Mother’s Day gifts. complimentary desert.

Paper Plus are also putting on a mother, Kerre McIvor (nee WoodTickets to the Tarts for Tea event are Mother’s Day Tarts for Tea event, at ham), the celebration will be attended $45 a person and include bubbles on the Marlborough Convention Centre by four special guest authors, Nicky arrival and a decadent high tea, and on Sunday afternoon, from 2pm.

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Special mum’s giveaway Paper Plus is celebrating Mother’s Day with the Marlborough region’s first Tarts for Tea event this Sunday at the Marlborough Convention Centre and The Sun has a free double pass to give away. The event will feature a fantastic line-up of four popular female authors.

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Jo Straker For me it's just about remembering, a card and a phone call, and being with family really. Mother’s Day is pretty special, and grandmother’s day.

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“Police were called to assist ambulance at the intersection of High St and Symonds St where a male had been knocked unconscious,” it said of the overnight incident.

“On arrival police found a group of Taihape farmers and three local farmers claiming each other had started the fight.

“Both groups were intoxicated and a little worse for wear.

“Both groups were assisted back to their accommodation and one was treated for concussion at Wairau Hospital.”

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Jetski rescue Two men on a jetski at Marfell’s Beach were rescued on Wednesday afternoon after they experienced difficulties A trawler towed the men who were in their 20s halfway to shore before a police boat arrived to assist them.

Walker starts SI leg Brando Yelavich, 19 who is walking the coast of New Zealand had his first day walking in the South Island yesterday when he started this part of his nationwide journey in the Marlborough Sounds. He is “living off the land and the generosity of Kiwis.” He is raising money for Ronald MacDonald House.His website is www.wildboy.co.nz

IHC supporters’ forums in Blenheim The IHC will be running two free community forums in Blenheim on Monday.

The first forum, 2pm until 4.30pm, will be for community leaders.

The second forum will be held from 5.30pm until 8pm, and will be dedicated to assisting families and supporters of people with intellectual disabilities.

RSVP to Danette Wilson ihc. events@ihc.org.nz or freephone 0800 442 442, option 5.

Willow still missing Blenheim police are still looking for Southland teenager, Willow Perkins.

Police found Willow in the Wairau Valley on Sunday and she was put in a CYF home in Blenheim, but she left on Sunday night and has not been seen since. The 50-year-old man, John Barrett, was seen alone in Picton on Tuesday morning, but police believe they are still together in the area, and are concerned for Willow’s safety.

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The Marlborough District Council has been presented with a Gold level award in the military’s Employer Support Awards.

Council resource management officer, Bruno Brosnan, is a member of the New Zealand Reserves, and the council was given the award for their commitment to enabling Mr Brosnan to train with the force.

New Zealand Army captain, Gerard Peoples, said employee support is vital to the effectiveness of the country’s defence forces.

“Our military capability depends on the availability of Reserve Force members, and we greatly appreciate those employers who nego-

tiate time off for reservists so they are able to maintain their training,” he said.

Training helped reservists to develop skills like leadership, management, problem solving, work values, team work, discipline and physical fitness.

Ma rlborough Mayor Alistair Sowman said the developed skill set ensured a good return for an employer like the council; as such skills were valuable in the work place.

Brosnan would spend about 20 working days training annually, with the 2/4 Royal New Zealand Infantry Regiment Reserve Force Unit, which comprised of about 350 Council resource management officer, Bruno Brosnan, New Zealand Army captain Gerard Peoples, Marlborough Mayor, Alistair Sowman, reservists. and council CEO Andrew Besley.

Harvest intense, but satisfying Marlborough winemakers were kept on their toes, during what has been described as one of the most “intense” vintages ever experienced in the region. However no-one is complaining about the quality of the fruit harvested in 2013.

After last year’s lower than average yields, Marlborough benefited from more ideal flowering conditions in December. While there has been some variability throughout the region, crop levels are described as being nearer to average this year – which will help to overcome the shortage of wine experienced in 2012.

Hamish Clark, Saint Clair Family Estate’s senior winemaker said concerns early on that the fruit would ripen too quickly due to warm nighttime temperatures in March, proved unfounded, thanks to a cooler snap just after Easter.

“The days were still warm but the cold nights slowed the ripening down at just the right time.”

That allowed the fruit the allimportant hanging time to develop the unique thiols and passionfruit flavours that are synonymous with Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc.

“The relatively cool temperatures ensure the aromatic expression and balance of natural acidity that has made Marlborough famous,” agreed Pernod Ricard’s chief winemaker Patrick Materman.

“The fruit is in the slightly riper spectrum, when compared with last year,” Clive Jones from Nautilus Estate said. “There are lots of tropical characteristics and I think they will

Hamish Clarke, senior winemaker at Saint Clair Family Estate.

produce extremely attractive wines.”

While there has been some variability in terms of Pinot Noir yields, winemakers are excited about the potential of this year’s wines.

“There is an bit of variation in berry size between the blocks but they are all yielding incredible density of colour,” Mr Clark said. “The warm temperature we had early, helped build up plenty of tannin structure and the flavours are great. “ The compressed vintage ensured winemakers had no time to draw breath this year.

“In terms of Sauvignon Blanc, we normally take 22 – 26 days to harvest all our fruit,” Mr Jones said. “This year we did it in 16. It all seemed to ripen at once. It was intense and we broke records in terms of intake, so yes it was rushed – but it was very satisfying in terms of the fruit flavours we have got.”

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House price rise predicted Expectations of house price inflation have hit a record high in ASB's quarterly survey, while the numbers who consider it a good time to buy a house continue to fall.

In the bank's latest survey, 63 per cent of respondents expected house prices to rise over the year ahead, up from 59 per cent three months ago and above the peak 10 years ago.

A seller's market is also evident in the net balance who consider it a good time to buy, which has fallen to 8 per cent from 13 per cent in the previous survey.

That may also reflect an increase in expectations that interest rates will rise over the coming year, to 30 per cent from 24 per cent last time.

ASB's own view is the Reserve Bank will start to raise rates in March next year.

However, views on whether it is a good time to buy are still well above the levels prevailing during the housing boom of the middle of the last decade - when most considered it a bad time to buy but did so in droves.

Pay rise at The Warehouse

The Warehouse has announced pay increases for thousands of trained staff with more than three years' experience in a bid to encourage them to choose retailing as a career.The ''career retailer wage'' will be introduced for staff working in the red sheds, Warehouse Stationery and Noel Leeming - which T he Wa r ehouse bought last year. Qualifying staff will have their wages bumped up to anywhere between $18.50 and $20 per hour - giving them on aver-in The Promote your business age an extra $50 to $100 per week Phone our sales team (Katrina, Jill or Ross) today to discuss options and costs.

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Dangerous Cyclists Agree about dangerous cyclists almost collectd 3 abreast on qcdrive during south islnd race last week.they. were lucky 2 survI’ve.ihad swerv way 2 left bank 2 avoid colision also impatient car drivers folowin please keep left. Also concerned driver!!

Road Rules Can motorists driving to town down Maxwell Road PLEASE STOP CUTTING THE LEITRIM STREET CORNER especially when cars are waiting to turn into Leitrim Street. Your stupidity astounds me and you will cause accidents sometime soon. Stick to the road rules it isn’t rocket science. :-(DH

Same Sex Marriage Its really interesting reading the responses to same sex marriage.

Marriage is of god a union that two christians have to each other in the eyes of god and the church congregation. Actually, I thought you guys were against us christian , preaching door knockers and our ritualistic cult ways? I find it ith their friends intimately and request money and legislation for it, could you please try to be more private about it? Really. . . . im finding your open confidence with sharing what you do with your private parts and undies yukky :-/ make up your minds, are you sheep or wolves? Cant be both lol.

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Roundabout rules People in this town need to learn how to use there indicators at roundabouts. You do not need to indicate right if your going straight thru. Its annoying when your an oncoming vehicle and have to stop for no reason

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People delivering mailers and papers to empty houses, the mailbox is clearly full of junk mail, why would you keep putting more in it!

what great service. Cherios for kids, interested in them & help taking meat car. All I was getting was few sausages but felt valued customer. That’s why we go back. Also nice sausages & meat too. Thanks, Mother of 3.

Had enough I agree with ‘junk mail’ i too have a no circulars on my mailbox but i still get bible dribble drop offs on a regular basis. And only god knows how many times ive had to say not interested to the door knockers also...telstra, bible bashers take note.

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Duck shootng season. Why do males hve 2 prove masculinity by killing DEFENSELESS ANIMALS! KELLY.

re - May 3rd dangerous cyclists !, why can they use our rds as race tracks ?!!! I race on the highway i’d be find 4 speeding !!!! Get off the rds & get your own track 2 race on !!!!!

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How about a report on fire callouts A report on volunteer work makes beter reading than vinyard workers and unemployed arrested being drunk or shoplifting

High cost to dump Why all of a sudden the dump shop hav bn uping their price on stuff tht is givin to thm 4 free in th 1st place thy should kp it low in price. Bit rude i think.

Dangours pavers Agree totally regarding pavers/cobblestones on town centre crossings. The perfect thing to snap elderly ankles.

Whose good idea? Council wasting rate payer $’s again?

Please engage brain council. :-( PH

Dangours pavers Please mr mailman! I enjoy the sun paper but unfortunatly if u live in tuamarina the rurul post driver never leaves any of the free papers! Why? Because he cant be botherd stopping!

Dam waste Big sale at C.O.M - raining.

Went to use carparking building, traffic jam people trying to turn around, reason - it had run out of tickets. Frustrating!!!

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Mayor’s pay Dear Ed I read in the Sun the mayor is going to get a pay rise.

That will get his detractors going I'm sure. If there's anything ratepayers hate seeing is a mayor and his council getting paid.

It's important the region's main

representative is well paid for the job otherwise who would take it on. Councillors receive money as well but it's not over the top.

That won't stop the anti-brigade though.

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Aaron Gilmour Dear Ed The behaviour of the National List MP Aaron Gilmour points up the weaknesses of having a list party system.

You can end up with getting every Tom, Dick and Harry in parliament who by rights shouldn't

even be there.

Mr Gilmor has shown by his behaviour in a hotel that he doesn't really belong in parliament. Being an MP seems to have gone to his head.

Go Aaron – now.

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Legal highs Dear Ed It's good that the government has got their attention on legal highs.

It's something we need to keep an eye on. Booze is legal too and that has taken a big toll on young people.

Booze is too easy to get access to.

They want to crack down on that as well.

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Global warming Dear Ed, I am profoundly interested (and amazed) that the proponents of global warming (now diplomatically - or politically correctly - referred to as "Climate Change") are so keen to advance their cause with emotive rhetoric and display a disturbing propensity for attacking the messenger in preference to addressing the message. Could this betray a paucity of scientific facts to support their case - or a vague suspicion that they have been barking up the wrong tree?

By contrast, I found Lord Monckton's presentation based firmly on well researched facts and illustrated by relevant graphs and diagrammes, many of which were sourced directly from the work of the International Panel on Climate Change, whose CEO has recently grudgingly admitted that there has been no global warming

in the last eighteen years.

Using facts and figures from a diversity of reliable scientific sources, Lord Monckton was able to show how raw statistical information has been "massaged", manipulated or in other ways "doctored" to reflect the points of view favoured by global warming proponents where the facts didn't match. I noticed no emotive rhetoric in his presentation. Jokes yes but no emotive rhetoric.

I must agree with Matt Brown, (Blenheim Sun Wednesday May 8th) when he exhorts your reading public to do some research.

To that end may I suggest three books? The first is "Aircon" by Ian Wishart, the second is "The Skeptical Environmentalist" by Bjorn Lomborg and the third is "Heaven and Earth" by Professor Ian Plimer.

Douglas Monks, Seddon

Evidence 'underwhelming' Dear Ed I feel bound to respond to Matt Brown's letter in which he entreats us to do some research and amongst other unkind things, calls Monckton a charlatan.

Well, Monckton's certainly a showman and there is no doubt that if the whole climate change issue weren't so politicised, he would not be involved. However, colourful though he may be, what he presents is based solidly on empirical data and he certainly isn't a charlatan, unlike the warmists poster boy, Al Gore.

As it happens my scepticism of catastrophic global warming owes nothing at all to Monckton and comes from reading the scientific literature over the last 15 years (I am a retired scientist).

The scientific evidence for catastrophic global warming is distinctly underwhelming. On the other hand, the climate has always changed and always will whether there are any humans on the earth or not.

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Life’s a journey, don’t sweat the small stuff and enjoy the ride!

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Your favoured holiday destination?

I will holiday with my family wherever they are - any destination, - even better if I can ride my motorcycle to get there.

We did particularly enjoy Chiang Mai and Kho Samui in Thailand. No bikes on that trip though.

What’s your favourite music?

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The sound of a well tuned motorbike heading out on the highway on a glorious Marlborough day and the thrilling scream of my fishing reel when one of those Wairau River trout takes my fly.

Hunter’s Wines & The Swiss Guy at Hunter’s

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Aaron Slight, Valentino Rossi and Burt Munroe.

What’s next on your wish list?

A trip to the Isle of Man to watch the motorcycle racing would be right up there! I’d like to see more people riding motorcycles.

What is the one thing Sun readers would be surprised to know about you?

I raced MotoX bikes for 10 years in Dunedin and Northland and was a founding member of the Kaitaia Dirt Bike Club (back in the ‘70’s).

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The legacy of flooding in the Taylor River on Monday morning.

Long history of floods in region Marlborough District Council’s rivers and drainage engineering manager Geoff Dick has asked people to respect the Taylor River floodway and understand that a big deluge can create damage that could be a safety risk in the immediate aftermath of a storm.

“It’s only common sense to take great care during and after a flood, especially at night, as this is a floodway and when there’s flooding there can be damage.”

Sunday night’s rain did wash out a gap in the riverbank path but Mr Dick said that the repairs were done promptly.

“This was an intense but very localised easterly storm; the front face of the Withers took the brunt of it which meant it put pressure on the town’s drainage and stormwater system with drains and culverts at capacity,” he said.

Marlborough’s long history of floods is why the council maintains a couple of hundred kilometres of

stopbanks and a 160-km network of streams and channels across the district.

Mr Dick said the Taylor River floodway is part of that network– designed to take the floodwaters that would otherwise sweep across town.

The bridges were designed to cope with that environment, including the crinoline bridge near Raupo, which will swing free when river flow reaches a certain level.

The path and cycleway along the Taylor is a relatively new addition to the town’s landscape and it’s possible that some people were not aware of the corridor’s primary role as a floodway, he said.

“Newer residents may not realise that in earlier times, the centre of Blenheim was regularly under water, as were lower-lying parts of town.”

However, decades of flood protection work by various councils has hugely reduced the flood threat, he said.

Vern Price of the E-waste Collection facility with some of the televisions brought in for recycling.

Televisions being steadily recycled A total of around 500 old televisons have been recycled at Blenheim’s Ewaste facility, says the Marlborough District Council.

Since March 25 the Government has operated a takeback scheme which provides a subsidised rate of $5 per TV that is dropped off for recycling. The normal charge is $15.

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Harvey Norman and Noel Leemings are also participating in the takeback scheme.

On Wednesday Environment Min-

ister Amy Adams announced more than 50,000 televisions had been collected for recycling nationwide.

“The takeback programme aims to divert televisions from going to landfill,” she said.

The scehme concides with the switch-over from analogue to digital television.

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Keep Fit this Winter

Friday May 10, 2013

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Adequate fluid is important when exercising in winter.

Drinking an adequate amount of fluid and fueling your body is as important in the winter as it is during the summer.

In the winter, the cold weather “blunts the thirst mechanism,” and you may not notice that you are thirsty.

Carry a small amount of food and water with you when you exercise outdoors, so you will have some nourishment if you need it.

Exercising in the cold increases your appetite as your body temperature drops. Eating and digesting food warms your body.

Control your cravings The cold always seems to tempt us

to eat high-calorie snacks that we find much easier to resist in the warmer months.

When you find yourself reaching for comfort food such as chocolate, hot puddings, breads and cakes, satisfy your cravings instead with healthier alternatives.

Try porridge with cinnamon and stewed fruit instead of adding sugar, low fat yoghurt, a handful of dry, reduced sugar cereal with a few raisins or sultanas, Pumpkin and sunflower seeds, Rice cakes with low fat cottage cheese and cucumber or a small handful of unsalted mixed nuts.

Get ya skates on Roller Derby is the fastest growing sport in the world, and the Boomtown Brawlettes are giving you the chance to join the revolution.

Open to skaters of all abilities, aged 18 years and over, the Brawlettes want you to join the team this Sunday to learn to skate, free of charge.

The Brawlettes have been in Blenheim for the past four years, and one of their skaters will be competing for New Zealand, in Australia later this year.

The Brawlettes do a lot of travelling to Christchurch and Nelson, where they compete against other teams.

Blenheim will be hosting a roller derby boot camp on the weekend

of June 9, where the public will be welcome to watch some of the best skaters in the country competing in games.

Roller derby is played on quad skates, with full protective gear which can be provided if needed, to use for the Boomtown Brawlettes’ 10 week free “fresh meat” learn to skate programme.

The fresh meat programme is a chance for the public to decide whether roller derby is their kind of sport, while having fun, and learning new skills.

The open day will be held this Miss Brutalfly attempting to knock the opponents Sunday at College Park on Stevenson jammer off the track in the Brawlettes’ last game against the Living Dead Rollers in Christchurch.

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Under new management, a new and improved Curves Blenheim is committed to empowering and changing the lives of Marlborough women.

New owner, Karen Jennison, and her team provide women with a social gym circuit, where they need to spend just 30 minutes a day, to get fit, lose weight, and keep it off.

The Curves secret to lasting motivation is the support of the trained staff, who will soon be providing the Curves scientifically proven weight

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1: Before and after photos In our minds we can run that 10km marathon, or fit into those skinny jeans displayed in a fashion store window.

So to kick start your winter fitness goals, take a ‘before’ photo which you can look back at and see the difference your fitness training is making.

2: Goals Board By seeing your fitness goals in front of you every day you wake up, will keep you motivated by reminding you of what you need to do that day.

Place coloured notes on the bedroom mirror, the bathroom door, the fridge, kitchen table and even the dog kennel, reminding you to walk the dog or visit the gym that day.

3: Keep a record Keeping a record of time spent exercising and any food you eat is another great way to keep tabs on your day to day activities.

Let’s face it, many people can ‘conveniently’ forget certain foods they eat, telling themselves; “I’ll make up for it tomorrow.”

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what’s on

Friday May 10, 2013

in marlborough

- weekend event guide Friday 10 May

Saturday 11 May

Sunday 12 May

Blenheim Tibetan Buddhist Group “Basic Buddhist Teaching” 7pm Alzheimers Rooms, 8 Wither Road

Harness Racing Trials Waterlea Race Course, 10.00am start

Marlborough Farmers Market Showcasing the best of what Marlborough has to offer all at one market. Fresh, local and Marlborough grown sold by the producer. Every Sunday 9am - 12noon A&P Showgrounds, Cnr Maxwell & Alabama Roads, Blenheim

Stadium 2000 Pool Friday 6am – 6pm. Adult $5, Child $3, Seniors $4.50, Family $12 The Muslim Association of Marl Inc. Friday (Jummah) prayers every week between 12pm 2pm, PH Br Zayd 027 644 979 or Br Fouad 021 0253 1275 The Edwin Fox Maritime Centre, Picton Open everyday from 9am Great wet weather day activity and child friendly. Come check out the amazing history and facts. Kids under 5 free!

Sit and Be Fit with Sue Free general exercise for the not so mobile while sitting down! 1pm Monday and Friday afternoons at 131 Budge Street, plenty of parking. Phone Sue: 578 0469 Sit and Be Fit with Jeanette Free exercise for all ages at Crossroads, 2 Redwood Street. At 10am Phone 578 5395.

The Seeds of Hope - Exhibition Brought to you by global Buddhist organisation, Soka Gakkai International and the Earth Charter International, Seeds of Hope celebrates the 2005-2015 UN Decade for Action ‘Water for Life’ at Stadium 2000. For more information, phone 03 573 5379. Finishes 19th May. Marlborough Harriers Saturday 11th May 2013 - is a pack run/walk on the Riverlands Loop at 2:00 pm. Meet at Riverlands Community Hall, Alabama Road (opposite Westmeat).

For further details Ph Allister 577-8870

Ulysses Ride Mothers Day Ride Murchison for Lunch. Meet at the Railway Station (southend) 9.45 depart 10am Prospective members welcome.

People’s Sunday Market N o e l Le e min g C ar p ar k 10 am . Pre serves, brick-a-brac, vegetables, books, homeware,kitchenware and jewellery. Sites $5 Ph 5787918

Blenheim Tibetan Buddhist Group “Saturday Meditation Class” 10am noon (followed by shared lunch) Alzheimers Rooms, 8 Wither Road.

St Luke’s Anglican Church Ferry Road, Spring Creek. Join us for Christian worship every Sunday 09.30 Contact Rev Derek 03 578 3909

Blenheim Menz Shed 4 Dillons Point Rd open 9am to 12 noon Saturday and Wednesday. Building relationships, sharing skills and working on your own or community projects.

Farmers’ Market A and P Showgrounds, Cnr Alabama and Maxwell Roads, Blenheim

Stadium 2000 Pool Saturday and Sunday 8.30am – 5pm. Adult $5, Child $3, seniors $4.50, Family $12.

Picton Rotary Club Car Boot Sale. Picton RSA carpark from 9am1pm, every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month.

Contact Sheira 578 3909 or see the notice board outside the church

Pastel Painting Marlborough Art Society, 10am till 3pm, Prue: 578 8888.

Pregnancy Yoga 9.15am-10.15am. For information call Huia: 021 0724 107

Pony Club @ Grounds, New Renwick Rd 10am every 2nd Sunday of the month. Grant 578 2100 Michelle 572 8984.

Tai Chi Today and Mondays. 10am, 11.30am and 1pm.

Liz 027 748 6666.

Mini Putt & Merry-Go-Round Picton Foreshore, 10am every day during school holidays, today and Sunday, 10am

Model Aero Club ARA Wairau Valley 9am. Murray 578 9199 or Tony 577 9776.

Picton Museum 10am till 4pm daily, 9 London Quay. 573 8283.

Redwood Market 8am-noon, Redwood Tavern car park. Plants produce and crafts.

Petanque 10am 65A Weld Street – Phone John 577 9789.

Quest Intermediate age youth group, 3.30pm-5pm, Picton Baptist Church, 293 Waikawa Rd, Picton.

Text Bronwyn 021 046 2434.

Marlborough Museum 26 Arthur Baker Place, off New Renwick Rd, Brayshaw Heritage Park. Daily 10am till 4pm.

The Diversion Gallery Open 12noon-5pm Wed – Sat. 10 London Quay, Picton. 573 7376 or 027 440 8121 or www.thediversion.co.nz

Vintage Farm Machinery 10am till 3pm, Open every day. Brayshaw Vintage Farm, Guided tours available, Doris 579 4357.

Get ready for the weekend with our list of what’s on! and fossil collection, work room and book.

Free admission.

Marlborough Modellers Association 1st and 3rd Sunday’s of each month. Brayshaw Park, 8 Arthur Baker Place.

Roller Derby Fresh Meat Give the world’s fastest growing sport a go.

Basic derby skills @ 1.30pm, College Park, Stephenson St. No previous skating experience required!

Open Skate Now every Sunday, 2-4pm! $2 skate hire, $1 BYO skates. College Park, Stephenson St. Refreshments available for purchase. Loud music, games and heaps of fun!

Don’t forget mothers day! Mums skate FREE!

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Tramping Club Mary 5728762.

Buddhism for Modern Life 10am, 573 5379.

Blenheim Bonsai 2pm-4pm, 7 Hale Street. Dave 577 8679.

Yealands Estate Marlborough Gallery Open 10.30am till 4.30pm daily, 204 High St. 577 6784 www.marlboroughartsociety.com

Marlborough Guild of Woodworkers Brayshaw Park, open workshop 1-4pm, Every 1st Sunday of the month. Wooden toys for sale. Malcolm: 578 8809.

day 9.15amPregnancy Yoga, Satur call Huia: on 10.15am. For informati 021 0724 107

Marlborough Rock and Mineral Club 10am-4pm every Sunday at Brayshaw Park.

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Story and photo by Celeste Lodewyk If you love a fine cup of coffee and relaxing with friends and family then you will love visiting Blenheim’s newest coffee destination, the 23 Grove Road Coffee House.

The coffee house was opened over a week ago by Clint and Tamsin Banks, a couple who have poured their heart and soul into creating an open and warm setting for customers to enjoy.

Situated away from inner Blenheim on the busy Grove Road, the coffee house has already attracted a good number of customers including social groups, weekend cyclists, families, people on their way to work and out of town visitors.

Clint and Tamsin’s passion for coffee is the driving force behind the new venture, bringing them back to Blenheim in pursuit of an exciting new challenge.

“We had talked about starting our own business and the conversation about opening a coffee shop came up.

“We had never owned a café although we have both worked in hospitality and drunk a lot of different coffees while overseas,” laughed Tamsin.

“Some of our favourite coffee houses are in Wellington and it was from them that we drew a lot of inspiration,” Clint added.

The couple returned from Auckland last year and set about finding the perfect location for their coffee house.

“When we saw this building and had a look around we instantly knew it was what we were looking for. It had a good sized outdoor area, fantastic location and we immediately visualised the coffee shop being here,” said Tamsin.

What began as a conversation very quickly snowballed into reality as Clint, Tamsin and all their family and friends got stuck into redecorating and creating their vision of a ‘funky industrial’ style coffee house.

Inside the use of recycled timber and furniture, natural wood, calming colours and rustic tones have created true warmth and comfort.

“The décor, ambience and coffee are a reflection of our personalities.

We wanted it to be warm, inviting and family friendly while focusing on providing great coffee,” said Tamsin.

Offering a point of difference 23 Grove Road Coffee House specialises in providing customers a choice of coffees.

“We met with K’N’S, a local distributor and tried a number of different coffees. We chose three that we liked, Elevate, Zee Roots (organic and fair trade) and Jungle (Congo blend).”

“We want customers to be able to choose their own coffee, something which has been well received so far,” Clint said.

Complimenting the coffee is a range of cabinet food baked fresh by de Broods Bakery.

There are sweet and savoury options and in the near future Clint and Tamsin are also planning to add gourmet pies, takeaway soup in a cup and a healthy breakfast option - porridge in a cup to the selection.

“Our ultimate goal is to have delicious coffee and food during the day, as well as be a destination for coffee and dessert in the evening.

“For now though we are treating this first month as a trial to work out the best opening times and focusing on the coffee,” Tamsin said.

23 Grove Road Coffee House is currently open from 7am with no set closing time.

“We invite everyone to come down and visit us, try our coffee and just enjoy what we have to offer.”

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Special thanks: Tamsin and Clint would like to extend their gratitude to everyone who has been involved in helping to set up their new business.

In particular they would like to thank the following.

Tr av i s H ay m e s Tiler, Jason and Felicity Scammell, Rimu Engineering, Eric and June Stove and all their friends and family who pitched in to help and supported them the whole way.

23 Grove Road Coffee House owners Tamsin and Clint Banks will give you a friendly welcome.

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Friday May 10, 2013

this week

Gardening

It’s vege time!

Tips

If you haven't already, now is the time to be planting your winter veges.

Daylight saving has finished for another year, and the weather is starting to get cool so get your new season veges in the ground while the soil temperature is still warm enough to kick start their growth.

One great vegetable is the broad bean.

Simply plant each seedling around 15cm apart from each other in rows approximately 30cm apart.

Depending on the weather where you live and, as a result, the soil temperature, your bean seedlings will take around eight to 12 weeks to produce beans ready for harvesting.

Once the plants are around one metre high put a stake at either end of the rows and loop a big piece of string around the whole lot to keep them growing together.

While broad beans take at least a couple of months to produce any actual beans, the plants grow really quickly.

for May Fruit trees - Start planting deciduous fruit and citrus trees.

- Use slow release fertiliser under each tree.

That lasts for two years.

- Fruit tree pruning should start as soon as the leaves have dropped.

- Harvest your lemons now before the frosts start to make the fruit bitter and dry.

Send us a photo and caption of your child or young family member enjoying fun in the garden.

Send to: celeste@blenheimsun.co.nz

farming

Animal welfare strategy supported Federated Farmers is fully fare into their farm management supporting the release of the planning. Something recognised Ministry for Primary Industries by the World Society for the (MPI) Animal Welfare Strategy.

Protection of Animals (WSPA).

“The strategy reflects Federated “This strategy reaffirms our Farmers own policy on animal international leadership and repuwelfare,” said Bruce Wills, Federtation. It is a strategic means to ated Farmers president. ensure this reputation is not only “It really does matter how maintained but improved and animals are treated and farmers Federated Farmers supports it.

Bruce Wills have both a moral and ethical “Federated Farmers agrees responsibility to ensure requirements are that the deliberate neglect or ill treatment adhered to. of animals is not acceptable. There is no “New Zealand’s farmers are actually world way ill-treatment makes either farming or leaders in integrating animal health and wel- commercial sense, quite the opposite in fact.”

Woolley wins NZ qualifier

Ian Woolley took out the NZ Silver Plough qualifying event held last weekend at Woolley's property on Craven Road.

He won with 227 points from David Paterson (146 points) and Richard Haffner (132 points).

Woolley will go on to represent Marlborough at the NZ 2014 finals which will be held in Marlborough.

The next big event on the ploughing calendar is the vintage and horse team ploughing which will be held here on May 18/19.

Meat demand from China ‘enormous’ the local manufacturer for the last 10 years

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A Southland-based meat company says it will not be able to meet China's demand for low-value meat cuts in the "foreseeable future" if China's population continues to grow.

Alliance Group chairman Owen Poole was part of the Prime Minister's 100-plus delegation to China late last month. The trip celebrated 40 years' recognition of China and five years of the Free Trade Agreement.

"If their growth continues as it has, the demand is enormous.

"Certainly, low-value products will, in the foreseeable future, tap out our ability to supply," Mr Poole said.

China's population and GDP per capita were increasing, and there were trends towards higher-protein diets and a demand for safe and healthy food, he said.

An interested spectator at the Silver Plough ploughing qualifier last Saturday was Ian Jordan.

David Patterson at work - he placed second.

Combined action plan against disease A new action plan between Australia and New Zealand will see defences strengthened against the threat of foot and mouth disease.

Australia and New Zealand will work together to develop a trans-Tasman foot and mouth action plan.

Minister for Primary Industries Nathan Guy and Australian Minister for Agriculture Senator Joe Ludwig announced the two countries will work more closely.

Mr Ludwig said the disease posed one of the single greatest threats to livestock industries

and rural communities in New Zealand and Australia.

The Australian Government has estimated a large foot and mouth (FMD) outbreak would cost Australia A$16 billion to control, but it has managed to keep the disease out of the country for 130 years.

The outbreak of foot and mouth in the United Kingdom in 2001 resulted in 2000 cases of the disease, 10 million sheep and cattle killed, and the loss of eight billion pounds sterling.

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Your home Interior and exterior ideas Here are some fun and unique ways to add clever storage to your home.

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Lush landscaping Outdoor areas are often the last to receive design attention, but they shouldn’t be.

What surrounds your home is just as important as what is in it. Whether it is the manicured front lawn or the rose garden just outside the home office, these spaces benefit from the same attention to detail as any bathroom or kitchen.

Well designed landscapes complement the home’s architecture and design, giving the home a story that can be read inside and out.

Rocky Front The theme of using stone can be carried from the home to the landscaping.

Use large boulders, shrubs, a stone pathway and perhaps even river stones as garden edging.

The simple, earthy look is peaceful and low maintenance.

Traditional Charm Simple yard decor, such as an antique iron gate and perfectly placed vegetation, gives the house a country estate quality.

A circular driveway amidst the landscaping makes a great entrance for when entertaining.

Potted Up Incorporate a range of sized pots in your front yard landscape so you can easily change your plants as the seasons progress.

Buy seasonal plants when the time comes and enjoy them without having to plant months in advance.

This is a great way to show your personality through the design, colour and placement of the pots.

Do it once, do it right!

Landscaping is just as important as design of your home. This example of an “elevated” landscaping entrance is one of many visually appealing designs.

Elevated Appeal Cascading layers of bright flowers and deep-green shrubbery flow from the front porch to give a lush and inviting entrance to guests as they stroll up the stairs to the front of your home.

Aquatic Appeal A decorative water feature can make for a pleasing focal point for a front garden. Surrounded by flowers and foliage, water features provides a strong visual accent as well as a pleasing sound.

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Redeveloped campus to help girls achieve Rangi Ruru Girls’ School is consistently in the top 3% of New Zealand schools for academic achievement.

Importantly we add value to each individual’s achievement – helping girls achieve their personal goals.

To help foster this learning environment, Rangi Ruru is undertaking an exciting and ambitious campus redevelopment.

‘Project Blue Sky’ is a significant redevelopment of the entire 10 acre site, creating a learning environment designed specifically for girls.

By the end of October this year we will have opened a new science building comprised of seven dedicated science laboratories; a new library and IT hub; and a new student services building.

By the February 2014 we will have added new music, dance and drama buildings.

If you would like to hear more about our campus redevelopment, Julie Moor, Principal of Rangi Ruru is hosting an informal occasion in Blenheim.

These small gatherings are one way we are connecting with our communities outside of Christchurch.

Julie will be talking about boarding, the advantages of single sex education, and academic achievement in a girls’ school.

Day and Boarding. Years 7 to 13

Does your daughter need a school that focuses on her as an individual?

Consider Rangi Ruru Girls' School Rangi Ruru is one of New Zealand’s highest performing schools across a wide range of pursuits. In fact, recently published NCEA results confirm we are the top independent school in Canterbury.

We have boarding places available for girls in Years 7-10. Join us to talk about how we can personalise your daughter’s education.

Friday 17 May from 5.00 - 7.00pm Gordon Handy Machinery Boardroom cnr Warwick & Farmar Streets, Blenheim To register contact Pauline Clegg by Tuesday 14 May on 03 983 3717 or p.clegg@rangiruru.school.nz Rangi Ruru Girls' School 59 Hewitts Road, Merivale, Christchurch rangiruru.school.nz

Clip Joint hairdresser Jessie Murrin cut off 106 grams of Ainsley Turner's hair for the Cancer Society on Wednesday.

Ainsley gets her first chop

By Kat Duggan Ainsley Turner got the chop on Wednesday, cutting off nearly 60cm of her hair, weighing in at 106 grams.

It was the seven-year-old’s first ever haircut, and she is donating the hair to the Marlborough Cancer Society, so they can make a wig out of it.

Ainsley was pleased with her haircut, after being nervous before the hour long ordeal.

“It’s awesome, I look so different.

Now I can stand in the shower for not quite as long, I don’t like standing in the shower for too long,” she said.

“I’m gonna look different at Witherlea School.”

Ainsley’s mum, Felicity Simmons, agreed, “She’s probably

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Previously spending up to 45 minutes brushing Ainsley’s hair, Ms Simmons was happy about the new low maintenance cut, which Ainsley could maintain herself.

Ms Simmons wished to thank the team at Clip Joint, owner Colleen Brock, and hairdresser Jessie Murrin, who did the hair cut for free.

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Death Notices BARTON, Ida: May 2, 2013 LIPPITT, Frank Tarte: May 7, 2013 NISBET, Kathleen Hilma (Kathy) (nee Steer): April 30, 2013 PRESTAGE, Gaynor Mae: May 1, 2013 RAEMAEKERS, Leo: May 7, 2013 RODGERS, Christine Anne: April 29, 2013 TAYLOR, Mary QSM (nee Latter): May 5, 2013 WARNER, Malcolm Alex (Alex): Ex RNZAF V891210 May 4, 2013

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WAY, Christine Helen (Chris): On May 7 2013, peacefully, with her family at Wellington Hospital. Dearly loved wife of Peter for 53 years, much loved mother, mother-in-law and best friend of Peter and Lisa, Shane and Belinda, Philip, and Michelle and Mitch Wilson. Adored Nana of Marie; Benjamin, Joseph, Christopher, and Sarah; and Janell, Talia, and Caleb. Loving great grandmother of Blake, Lilly-Belle, Emma, Liam, Dayna, Sophie, Ella and Jackson. Messages to 5 Alma Street, Renwick 7204. A memorial service for Chris will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Taylor Pass Road, at 1.00pm Tuesday May 14.

GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

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LIPPITT, Frank Tarte: On Tuesday May 7 2013, at Ashwood Park Retirement Village. Aged 87 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Marion, beloved father and father-in-law of Frank and Margaret, Christopher and Cath, Garth and Cushla, Lisa, Kerry and Simon. Loved grandfather of Kelly, Declan, Kit, Blair, Shane, Daniel, Kingsley, Danielle, Alex, Beth, Vincent, Anjelika, Monique, Matthew, Regan and Henri, and treasured great grandfather. Special friend of Carol. Messages may be sent to the Lippitt Family, PO Box 110, Blenheim 7240. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Diabetes Marlborough Inc would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to PO Box 855, Blenheim 7240. A funeral service for Frank will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, at 1.30pm Monday May 13, followed by interment at Fairhall Cemetery.

GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz THORNLEY, Elizabeth Alice (Betty): On Thursday May 9, 2013 peacefully, at Wairau Hospital, in the presence of her family. Aged 81 years. Beloved wife of the late Ron Thornley, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Trevor and Cathy (Christchurch), Jan and Nigel Pinkerton, and Brenda and Richard Brough (Wellington); loved grandmother of Deon, Shane, Karl, Paul, Tyson, Vanessa, Olivia and Jonty. Special great grandmother of Ethan, Ava, and Lachlan.

Messages to 13 Hope Drive, Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers a donation to the Marlborough SPCA would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to PO Box 115, Renwick 7243. A funeral service for Betty will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, at 10.30am Monday May 13, followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.

GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

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We are seeking an experienced administrator to provide business support.

The successful applicant will be predominantly responsible for contracts and financial support for Marlborough PHO and associated entities and have a strong knowledge of MYOB or similar software.

The role reports to the CEO and works with the Receptionist/ PA and Office Administrator as a key support role for the CEO, Board and PHO administrative processes.

For more information about the position please contact SarahJane Morkel on 03-520-6200 or info@marlboroughpho.org.nz For a copy of the job description and job application please find online at www.marlboroughpho.org.nz Applications close Friday 17th May 2013.

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Amber said she daughter, Sophie was inspired by a family friend Gilchrist was who’s Lymphoblastic Leukaemia last diagnosed with Acute year.

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“Mr Green” is a leading Home Service Company currently providing lawnmowing and gardening services within the Marlborough/Picton region and due to demand, have expanded into Domestic Home Cleaning.

We are seeking someone with a “Do it Once, Do it Right” attitude and effective time management skills. A commitment to high quality and customer service is essential.

Any prospective applicant must consent to a Criminal History Check.

If you would like to be part of an exciting new opportunity with a successful progressive franchise company, then please apply now.

Applications close 17th May and should be addressed to: “Mr Green”, 260 New Renwick Road, R D 2, Blenheim or alternatively, you may email your C.V and Application to: summerharvest@xtra.co.nz

DOMINION SALT LTD

AssistAnt WinemAker In a short space of time the Yealands Wine Group has established itself as a global leader in sustainable wine production.

Inspired to “think boldly, tread lightly and never say it can’t be done”, the Yealands Wine Group has achieved rapid international growth, exporting to over 65 countries.

To enable this growth to continue we are looking to recruit a highly motivated individual to join our young, enthusiastic Winemaking team.

This position will suit someone with excellent communication and time management skills, practical experience in a medium to large winery environment, attention to detail, a positive attitude, and who has passion for wine.

This is an excellent opportunity for the successful applicant to be part of a dynamic, driven team in a rapidly growing business with lofty goals.

We provide transport to and from the winery each day, and an attractive package will be available to the successful applicant.

Expressions of interest and CV’s should be emailed to jeff.fyfe@yealands.co.nz Applications close Monday 13th May.

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CASUAL RELIEF BOILER/ SALT EVAPORATOR OPERATOR Dominion Salt is New Zealand’s largest producer and refiner of processed salt products. It supplies major industry (dairy, pulp and paper, tanning, food etc) and specialist markets (pharmaceutical, animal health) with 25kg and 1.2tonne packs. This site runs 24 hours, five days.

Applications are invited for this casual relieving operator position responsible for operating the Vacuum Refinery at Lake Grassmere.

The position involves providing day or night shift cover for the existing permanent operators.

This position would suit a semi retired person or a self employed person wanting to supplement an existing income.

Key attributes you will possess are: • A high degree of motivation • The ability to work with limited supervision • Mechanical experience and aptitude • Logical thinking with problem solving ability • Product testing and record keeping Training will be provided to augment your skills and provide knowledge required to operate the plant The position provides for a competitive remuneration Dominion Salt operate to a drug and alcohol policy.

Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing will apply.

Applications and CVs should be sent to: Services Manager Dominion Salt Limited PO Box 81 Seddon Applications close Thursday 30th May

In a short space of time,Yealands Estate has established itself as a global leader in sustainable wine production.

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Marketing & SaleS executive Following an internal promotion, we are looking to recruit a self-motivated individual to join our marketing and sales teams. Based at our state-of-the-art winery in Seddon, the successful applicant will implement our national sponsorship and event programme, support our marketing team and develop our sales presence within Marlborough.

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Premier Rugby The Nelson clubs are joining the Marlborough Premier rugby competition this weekend. The draw is as follows, (3pm Kickoffs): Waitohi v Galbraith Nelson, Waitohi Domain; Harlequins v Kahurangi Hawks, Lansdowne Park 1; Awatere v Accessman Stoke, Seddon Domain 1; Star Garter Waimea OB v Moutere Jubilee Park; Wanderers v Biddy Kates Central, Brightwater, and Renwick has the bye.

cricketers return Two Marlborough teenagers last week returned from being playing cricket in Sri Lanka and Singapore, with Willows Cricket Club’s youth team.

Matthew Stretch and Josh Clarkson helped the 13-player team to win six of their eight matches, over the two weeks, with seven games played in Sri Lanka, and one in Singapore.

Both players are members of Marlborough's senior rep side, and played for the Central Districts under-17 team during the past season.

Clarkson was named player of the tour.

Reid player of year All Whites captain Winston Reid has been named Premier League club, West Ham United’s player of the year, at the club’s end of season awards.

In his third season with the club, Reid played 34 games for the Hammers, and got 45% of the votes for the supporter-chosen award.

New scrum rules A new "crouch, bind, set" scrum sequence will be trialled in both hemispheres from next season, designed to enhance player welfare by reducing impact on engagement.

The International Rugby Board announced the new sequence yesterday, after extensive evaluation of the sequence during the recent IRB Pacific Rugby Cup, which indicated the possible delivery of a more stable platform leading to fewer resets and more successful scrums.

With the new sequence, players will be expected to bind onto, rather than just touching their opponent, when the referee calls “bind.”

Ferguson to retire Britain’s most successful, and longest serving football manager, Alex Ferguson, will retire at the end of the season, after 26 years with Manchester United.

The 71-year-old will be stepping down as manager after his 1500th game in charge of the team, their last of the season, at West Bromwich Albion on May 19.

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Sir Bob pepping up golf You would think someone like Sir Bob Charles might be a traditionalist, a man who wants to keep the sport he loves, adhering to the old way of doing things.

It was a surprise therefore to see that the old ‘lefty’, arguably New Zealand’s finest golfer and the first Kiwi to win a Major, the 1963 British Open, has launched a speeded up version of golf.

Think cricket and slog-bash Twenty-20.

Well Sir Bob and the Clearwater club near Christchurch where he lives, have come up with a golfing equivalent.

They’re calling it 30-30.

No long par fives where the fairways roll on forever here. This golfing version has 12 par threes, six par fours making an overall

par-60 course covering 3000m.

The shortest hole will be 80 metres; the longest around 300 metres.

Ben Hogan must be spinning in his grave! And what would the golfing gurus at the Royal and Ancient, the people who run the sport over St Andrews in Scotland, think.

The logic behind the whole venture is that Sir Bob believes golf has to adjust to survive. I remember reports coming out of the United States earlier this year saying interest in the sport there was waning.

New Zealand too has a large number of golf clubs which in many cases struggle to maintain memberships. People work long hours including weekends and

many don’t have the time to spend three-plus hours playing 18 holes of golf.

Perhaps there’s a financial motive in Sir Bob and Clearwater’s intentions as well. If 30-30 takes off, as the originators of this spedup version of golf, they could stand to benefit.

My initial thoughts on the matter is that no – it doesn’t fit golf.

If you want to speed the sport up – cut it from 18 to nine holes, include par threes but not too many, and you should have one par five. You need at least one long hole otherwise playing holes that are only 80m long takes the sport to the level of pitch and putt.

That’s not real golf.

Finally, the retirement of Sir Alex Ferguson as manager of

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Manchester United is the end of an era in British and world football.

“Best ever” are words bandied about too often but Sir Alex must rate as Britain’s best by a long way. As someone once said “just look at the record”: Twenty six seasons as manager, 38 trophies.

“A genius,” said Sir Bobby Charlton of Ferguson.

In footballing terms, yes he was.

Runners pounding round vineyards More than 2500 runners will be lining up for the Saint Clair Vineyard Half Marathon tomorrow.

Race organiser Anna Polson said runners were coming from throughout the coutnry for the event with a large contingent travelling from Canterbury and Christchurch.

“About a dozen are coming from Australia and we have others from Canada and England.”

A strong men's field includes multisporter and Anakiwa Outward Bound instructor Dan Moore, Trevor Boyce, of Nelson, and last year's winner Josh McGettigan who clocked 1hr 17min 32sec for the distance last year.

The women's winner from last year Robyn Deane of Nelson will be back also.

Polson said each finisher will receive a bottle of wine courtesy of the sponsors while the winners get a magnum of Saint Clair wine.

Entertainment will be held at the Saint Clair cellar door with live music from 9am, and from 11.30am Mel Parsons will be playing with her band the Rhythm Kings.

Big opening day for netball It will be a big day for netball tomorrow with Marlborough Netball holding its opening ceremony at Horton Park, Blenheim.

“We've got 58 teams aged from year 3 to years 7/8 and player numbers are about the same as last year,” Marlborough Netball development officer Vanessa Hika said.

The youngest players will be on the courts at 9.30am for games while at 10.30am all the teams will line up behind their banners and take part in a parade.

“I've asked the premiers to come down too to march in front of the junior teams,” Hika said.

Marlborough Netball president Lynette Rayner will speak and sponsors ANZ will be sending representatives from Wellington.

“We'll have a fast five demonstration going on too so the little kids can see what premier netball is like,” Hika said.

Premier grade netball started on Tuesday evening with six teams competing. Tokumaru of Picton has a team back in the competition after an absence.

“We're looking for a big season,” Hika said.

Netball Giveaway The Sun has packs full of great ANZ netball gear to giveaway to three lucky readers.

Each pack includes an ANZ netball, a drink bottle, drawstring bag, cap, cheer sticks to show your support during the ANZ Championship, and a stress ball to squeeze during those tense match moments.

To win, email your name, address and phone number to celeste@blenheimsun.co.nz with "ANZ Netball Competition in the subject line".

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