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Wild card The reality of looking for love

By Adam Poulopoulos A whirlwind three weeks has seen a 29-year-old Marlborough woman’s quest for love take an unexpectedly public turn.

Jacqueline Williams has been selected as one of four wild cards for reality show ‘The Bachelor NZ,’ which will hit TV screens next year.

The show sees a group of eligible bachelorettes vie for the affections of a hitherto unnamed bachelor through a series of group and one-on-one dates.

Continued page 2 Jacqueline Williams has been chosen as a wild card for the Bachelor NZ. Photos by Jim Tannock.

From the left: Lloyd Bush, Jo Renner, Alastair Hebberd and Jenny Andrews

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Jacqueline Williams.

Continued from page 1 Only one of the wild cards will make it through the public voting process.

This week, Jacqueline was flown down to Christchurch for a series of radio interviews, and to meet her competition.

Raised in Havelock, the Chateau Marlborough food and beverage manager has been through an online application and a series of interviews to get this far, but she says it all began unexpectedly.

“My good friend Natasha Knox and I suggested how funny it would be if I applied, and then I forgot about it.

“A few nights later after a few wines it popped up on the internet.

“It got serious really fast.”

She says she was bringing a lot to the table.

“I’m an all-rounder. I’ve got a country background with a city-girl edge, so that gives me a full range of life skills.

“One time a teacher called me ‘a blonde bombshell with a mouth’ so that’s what

I’m going for.”

When asked about her perfect man, Jacqueline says she rates wit and good banter highly.

“If he had the personality of Will Ferrell that would be amazing.

“Being fussy, he’d also have the body of Sonny Bill Williams. Like, hello, perfect human!”

She says she is keen to see the Tasman region represented on the show.

Votes open today and continue until Sunday, December 14, and people can vote once a day.

“The repeat vote is crucial,” Jacqueline says.

The winner will be announced live on More FM the next day.

To watch Jacqueline’s interview and to vote for her, visit the More FM website.

For more information on Jacqueline’s campaign, visit the ‘Jacqueline Jane the New Bachelorette’ Facebook page.

Thomas main attraction at fun day Story and photo

by Celeste Lodewyk There is a very special tractor at Brayshaw Park that creates a lot of fun for families visiting.

Thomas, a 1937 Oliver tractor belonging to the Marlborough Vintage Farm Machinery Society, will be the main feature at this Sunday’s Christmas themed fun day from 10am - 3pm.

Brayshaw Park caretakers Eddie and Alison Gallop have been busy decorating Thomas with Christmas decorations as well as the garden at the front of their cottage.

It’s their aim to promote the fact that Thomas operates every Sunday.

On Sunday there will be a sausage sizzle, cold drinks and the blacksmiths shed and pioneer cottage will be open to the public.

Alison and Eddie are encouraging people to go along, see what is on offer and take a ride on Thomas.

Thomas rides and entry to the pioneer cottage are a gold coin donation.

Justin Gallop,8, pictured with his grandfather Eddie Gallop, have decorated ‘Thomas’ the tractor ahead of Sunday’s Christmas fun open day at Brayshaw Park.

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Linton’s dream realised

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By Adam Poulopoulos A Blenheim man is one step closer to realising his dream after getting the opportunity to drift around the Hampton Downs racetrack late last month.

Paraplegic Linton Higgins took a Lexus V8 round the track as part of the ‘Drift Junkies V Driftkanax’ event day.

Linton hopes to use his experience to help South Islanders in the same situation have a similar experience closer to home.

Currently, he is doing up a Nissan Silvia with exhaust specialist Gavin Kennett for that purpose.

Linton damaged his t5, t6 and t7 vertebrae in a motocross accident in May last year, leaving him in a wheelchair.

His fiancée Ranee Norton says Linton picked up drifting quickly, under the instruction of one of his idols, former D1NZ Pro Am champion Cameron Vernon.

“Watching Linton do his thing was an emotional moment for me, as it’s the first time he has been able to live his dream since his accident.

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SCULPTURE NAMED Blenheim’s most recent public sculptor has been named “Spring Seedling”.

The 10-metre work of art on the banks of the Taylor River was commissioned by the Dorothy Coulthard Arts Trust has four green leaf pods that rotate in the wind and will have lights at night.

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Linton, closest to camera, with Cameron Vernon. he’s achieved in that single mo- was able to meet other drivers ment and I see him truly content and discuss projects they were and happy with his efforts. working on.

“If you can dream it you can Linton and Ranee were able do it and don’t let anything hold to make it to Auckland on the you back.” back of donations from the local As well as drifting, Linton community.

“We would like to send a big thank you to everyone who made it possible for Linton to live his dream,” Ranee said.

“He hasn’t stopped smiling and now he has a new love for life.

Thank you.”

Police uncover drugs in search

By Jacob Page Marlborough Police continue to be busy trying to keep on top of drug-related issues in and around Elizabeth Street Police recovered significant quantities of cannabis, prescription medications and cash, on Tuesday.

As a result four people were charged with a range of drug related offences including offering to supply, supplying and dealing Class C drugs as well as possession of Class B and Class C drugs and allowing premises to be used

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Inspector Simon Feltham said police had executed a number of search warrants in Elizabeth Street and surrounding areas over the last 12 months.

In September, police searched five houses including two in Elizabeth Street believed to have been operating as tinnie houses.

As a result of that work 13 people are facing drug charges. The tenants of the two Housing NZ properties in Elizabeth Street were evicted by their landlord “On most of those occasions the occupants were back to their bad

habits in a very short space of time.

“With Housing NZ taking affirmative action in regard to the activities of its tenants I’m relatively confident these people will not be able to continue to ply their trade in Blenheim and that the good people living in these neighbourhoods will not have to endure the criminal activities of a few any longer.”

A total of 39 police, including a drug detector dog and an asset recovery unit from Christchurch, were involved in Wednesday’s operation.

Marlborough recorded 50 per cent more wind in November than it did 12 months ago.

Weather statistics from the Blenheim Meteorological Station at the Marlborough Research Centre in Grovetown showed the average daily wind run last month was 347.2km, which is well above normal and the highest recorded since the 1990s.

FESTIVE CHEER Santa’s Workshop will be open for festive fun every Saturday and Sunday from now until Christmas at Bunnings Warehouse.

Children can make Christmas cards, wish lists and compete in a colouring competition.

The workshop opens from 10am each day and there will be a late night opening on December 17 from 6-8pm.

Bookings are essential.

AUSSIES OPEN WALLETS Australians spent the most compared to other overseas visitors to Marlborough, latest figures show.

Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment statistics showed international spending in Marlborough was up $14m for the year ending March 2014.

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MARLBOROUGH PINOT HIGHLYRATED Marlborough won nine of the 17 trophies available at the Air New Zealand Wine Awards last month.

Pinot noirs from the region won three of the nine awards.

Villa Maria, Forrest Wines and Saint Clair were awarded two trophies each.

RADFIELD HOUSE FOR SALE A Bed and Breakfast business handy to the Blenheim CBD is up for sale.

Radfield House, at 126 Maxwell Road, has been put on the market by owners Jayne and Bill Telford.

Jayne and Bill turned the 330 square metre site, which was built in 1925 and is now a grade two historical building, into a B&B seven years ago.

Bryan Palmer of Harcourts is dealing with the negotiations.

Glassman to change hands

By Adam Poulopoulos Carl and Karen Gratton are selling The Glassman on Grove Road to Chris and Andrea Jones next week.

They will retain a behindthe-scenes role when required, and will continue to mould boat windscreens as a mobile service.

Carl founded the business as Carl Gratton Glass in 1995, and had a restructure 10 years later.

He says he will miss his clients the most.

“The people I’ve met through the journey have been great, and I want to thank the customers for their loyalty.”

He says some of his most memorable experiences came as a result of the business’s 24-hour service.

Carl was in both Christchurch and Seddon helping the rebuilds following their respective earthquakes.

He says the biggest change in the industry during his time

Carl Gratton, left, has sold his business to Chris Jones.

owning the business came with the move to safety glass, after a serious incident at Bohally Intermediate in the late 1990s.

“We were concerned with the

increased cost to the customer with the change to safety glass, but it was never an issue.”

The couple say they are looking forward to going into semi-

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retirement, spending more time at the house at Ruakaka Bay, taking a long-overdue honeymoon and spending more time with their family.

Farmers Blenheim employees Sue Te Kanawa, Christine Finlayson and Vicki Spencer in front of the tree of remembrance.

Perfect the art of giving this Christmas.....

Farmers Blenheim and Hospice Marlborough have combined again for the Tree of Remembrance this Christmas.

Under the arrangement, Farmers take donations on behalf of Hospice, and the contributor writes a note of remembrance to a Hospice resident or a late loved one to be hung on the tree inside Farmers.

All the proceeds go to Hospice Blenheim, and at the end of the promotion, all the notes will be cremated and placed in the Hospice garden.

Farmers will also be taking donations until Christmas.

Hospice Marlborough is one of 27 to be involved nationwide.

Shop proves a treasure

Pelorus Area Health Trust volunteers carrying out renovations on Havelock’s Treasure Shop which are now complete.

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The Treasure Chest shop in Havelock is proving to be just that - a treasure.

Renovations on the shop began last month and are now complete, creating a more professional and easy shopping experience.

The Treasure Chest shop was set up by the Pelorus Area Health Trust to accept donated goods to be sold on to the community.

The small shop has $5 clothing

items, books and special homewares, ornaments and jewellery on display, and offers affordable, good quality new and pre-loved items.

There are also medical aids and baby equipment for hire, as well as great gift ideas for Christmas.

Proceeds from shop purchases contribute to the running of the trust and projects that benefit the local communities.

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COUNCIL NEWS Notices

Marlborough District Council calls for tenders Blenheim Gymnastics Hall seismic strengthening Contract No: 2014/89 (MDC) Description: Marlborough District Council is seeking tenders for the seismic strengthening of the Blenheim Gymnastics Hall, Opawa Street. Strengthening works include the installation of new concrete block bracing walls, fly bracing, bracing beams and connections. Other works include minor internal renovation works, toilet decommissioning and the addition of new fire egress security door.

Closing Time/Date: 4.00pm Monday 15th December 2014 Contact Person: Paul Sharp Contact Details: Aurecon NZ Ltd 1st Floor, 62 Bridge Street, Nelson Postal Address PO Box 1545 Nelson 7040 Ph: 03 546 0456 email: paul.sharp@aurecongroup.com

Temporary Road Closures 31 December 2014 – 1 January 2015

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN under Section 342 of The Local Government Act 1974 that Liz Davidsons Place, encompassing Queen Street from Arthur Street to High Street, and Charles Street from Thirteenth Lane to Market Street, will be closed to all vehicular Traffic on Wednesday 31 December 2014, from 6.00 pm to 12.30 am on Thursday 1 January 2015, for the purpose of the “Ignite Marlborough” New Year’s Eve celebrations.

It will be an offence under the above regulations for any person other than under the authority of an authorised permit to use the road for ordinary vehicular traffic during the period of closure.

Any enquiries should be addressed to Sandra Boyd, Marlborough Roads, Ph: 03 520 8330.

Alistair Sowman Mayor NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN under Section 342 of The Local Government Act 1974 that London Quay Picton, from the High Street to Wellington Street, and Wellington Street to the Northern edge of Endeavour Lane will be closed to all vehicular Traffic on Wednesday 31 December 2014, from 6.00 pm to 2.00 am on Thursday 1 January 2015, for the purpose of the “Ignite Marlborough” New Year’s Eve celebrations.

It will be an offence under the above regulations for any person other than under the authority of an authorised permit to use the road for ordinary vehicular traffic during the period of closure.

Any enquiries should be addressed to Sandra Boyd, Marlborough Roads, Ph: 03 520 8330.

Alistair sowman Mayor

Ngakuta Bay Walkway Efforts are being made to ensure Ngakuta Bay’s walkway is extended to connect with the Link Pathway.

The Link Pathway connects Picton and Havelock with a 42 km walking and cycle path through native forest, farm landscape and coastal scenery. The track uncovers a largely forgotten 150-year-old bridle path which had become overgrown.

The community-led Link

project is supported by the Council, which has granted some funding for the next four years to go toward the cost of restoring the path.

From left, Margot Ferrier(DoC), Rosemary Wells (Canterbury Community Trust) Mayor Alistair Sowman and Norm Wilson (chairman Ngakuta Bay Community Association) on the Ngakuta Bay walkway.

The best swimming spots There are great swimming spots at rivers and beaches all over Marlborough and Council staff keep a close eye on the water quality over summer.

Marlborough’s coastal beaches have generally very good water quality with 75% of sites considered safe to swim and play in for more than 90% of the time.

However, after rainfall, all sites can be affected

by turbidity. Generally, swimmers are advised to stay out of the water for a day or two after heavy rain – until the water clears.

Generally, the Council’s water scientists advise against swimming where there is high runoff from intensive farming or where stormwater outlets discharge into the water.

Each week over summer, Council staff test the water

quality at 21 sites across the district.

They measure the levels of faecal indicator bacteria in the water and each site is given a grade measuring its ‘Suitability For Contact Recreation’.

The results of Council’s water testing are posted regularly on the Council website (look under Recreation at www. marlborough.govt.nz) so

you easily see whether a favourite spot is safe, ok but with some risk of illness or infection from the water, or unsafe.

There’s an easy-to-use map on the webpage, showing popular swimming spots and their current status; it’s a useful guide if you’re trying to decide where to go for a day out or looking for a good place to take a dip.

Our harbours team Marlborough has one of the longest coastlines of any region in New Zealand and the Harbour Master and his team are an important part of the Marlborough District Council. Their jurisdiction extends from Willawa Point, north of Kekerengu, right around to Point Soucis, north of Nelson, and includes all the coastline in between, including the Marlborough Sounds.

Harbour Master Captain Alex Van Wijngaarden has 20 years’ knowledge and experience patrolling this region and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced maritime emergency controllers.

His deputy, Luke Grogan, is also a fully qualified Harbour

Master, recently topping his British training course to achieve a Harbour Master Diploma with Distinction from the IBC AcademyLloyds Academy.

Captain Van Wijngaarden leads a team of four who are responsible for the maintenance of maritime safety in our waters; dealing not only with commercial

Positive ageing Regardless of your age and stage in life, it’s important to stay as fit and healthy as possible.

• Your diet and level of exercise are important to your overall health.

• To keep your body working well you need about 8-10 cups of fluid (including tea and coffee) each day when the weather is hot.

• Alcohol may interfere with medication. Check with your GP. • Keep your bones strong with milk and dairy products. Choose low fat varieties if you are trying to lose weight or whole milk products if

Marlborough District Council PO Box 443 Blenheim 7240 New Zealand

• Fireworks displays on the water • Organised swimming or community water sports events • Regattas or events involving kayaking or water skiing or the sea leg of any triathalon Summer is the busiest time of year for our Harbours team as they maintain shipping and the fishing regular patrols in our waters and aquaculture industry to maintain safety and but also with the pleasure manage the risks inherent boaties who converge on when commercial shipping the Sounds over summer. and recreational boaties As well as managing all share water space. maritime safety matters and • Our Harbours staff marine emergencies, from are available 24 hours oil spills to boats sinking, a day; contact a duty the Harbour Master must be marine officer by phoning consulted about, and gives Marlborough District Council, Ph: 03 520 7400. permission for:

Keeping well, keeping active you need to put on weight.

• Cook vegetables quickly until they are just soft enough to eat. The longer you cook them, the more vitamins and minerals they lose.

• Stay regular by eating plenty of wholemeal or wholegrain breads, breakfast cereals, vegetables and fruit; prunes, kiwifruit and orange juice.

• Eat lean meat, poultry, seafood or eggs each day to give your muscles and energy a boost with protein, iron and zinc.

• If you need to put on weight, have

Phone: 03 520 7400 Fax: 03 520 7496 Email: mdc@marlborough.govt.nz www.marlborough.govt.nz

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small regular meals and nourishing snacks throughout the day.

Fresh fruit, vegetables, breads and cereals are the perfect choice when you’re trying to lose weight.

To avoid food poisoning throw away leftovers after two days.

Use it or lose it. Try to be physically active for at least 30 minutes every day. Remember you can break that into 10 minute spells if necessary.

Gardening is a great way to keep fit.

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WIND Further 2 Blenheim’s best kept secret, once named The October Winds, our norwestrs start in august if we’re unlucky cease in march.

Have noticed they’re a few degrees off NW now, with once wind free spots in garden now breezy, a subtle example of local weather pattern change.

IN NEED Food parcels, either the media print the truth or we will, about the fact that certain families are wasting their money on kfc, drugs, alcohol and when their food grants run out from social welfare, they use st johns.

CABLES Shame on Chorus Marlborough it’s no wonder they couldn’t get Gigatown they can’t even fix the cables that have fallen and endangering the public safety.

MASTER ROAST YUM! Had a lamb roast the other night and it was delicious! Keep up the good work.

METERS I’d like to know why motorbike/ moped parking in town at the designated spots aren’t metered or limited. Just seems a bit unfair that the standard car parks are..

TATTOO’S 2 the tattooist who thinks at home tattooists are irresponsible should take a leaf out of his own book, practice what you preach.

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I just read someone’s comment ‘the marlb lines xmas tree wasn’t the most effective looking tree’- are you serious?? It was amazing! Bring it back please.

TOY GIRAFFES

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Lost two toy giraffes on Henry st behind countdown on Tuesday, if you found them please let me know on 579 3406, sad 2 year old missing them!

As it seems all but impossible to educate idiots, make the wearing of life jackets compulsory now (and start fining the offenders), before more lives are risked when help is needed. Summer’s about to begin but we’ve already seen lots of the ‘invincible’ showing how stupid they really are.

FLYING RUBBISH A bit of a problem on windy days with the recycle tubs..I have been down the streets in the past couple of weeks dodging flying egg cartons & empty milk bottles, not to mention paper and cardboard boxes that end up on the road or in neighbours gardens!

2 TREES Why has Picton got 2 xmas trees going up and Blenheim hasn’t got one?

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Blenheim and areas please be aware of some wee treasures around that think that breaking into houses and stealing is OK...even with window locks this has not deterred them.

Yes bring back our xmas tree to Blenheim town centre. Used to be so nice.

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DOC Poor DOC, darned if they do, darned if they don’t...In years to come when bird life is prolific again, maybe those 1080 whiners will realise that you gotta break a few eggs to make an omelette. If doc did nothing to eradicate pests then u would whine that they did nothing to protect the native wildlife.

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Dear Ed, Congratulations to the Picton Society of Model Engineers.

The wonderful work they have done on the sailing pool, re surfacing, sanding and painting.

Many people will be de-

lighted to have the model boats out on the water again.

The spruced up rail and train will just add to the enjoyment and keeping the cost so low, enables families to participate.

Very well done.

Jean Smart

Tail wagging the dog?

Dear Ed, I liked Don Coyote’s letter on council wasting ratepayers’ money on expensive consultants.

The last paragraph of the letter was pretty bang on about staff running the show at MDC. The tail’s wagging the dog they say.

It happens so much today.

The staff are pretty secure

with paid (overpaid?) salaries.

But councillors aren’t so secure being put on the test every three years to be elected by the ratepayers.

Councillors are answerable to the public, staff don’t seem to be.

Seems to me, we want a firm mayor and some strong councillors to stand up to staff?

Ratepayer

Speed limits Dear Ed, The intolerance of police to enforcing speed limits within one km/hour seems a thinly disguised move to gather more revenue. In doing so it’s a public relations disaster for the traffic officers and police.

After all they are public servants not bully-boy masters of the public and lest they forget it, salaries paid by the taxpaying public who they are apprehending.

In one day driving Blenheim streets I observed a cyclist riding “no hands” and texting, inconsiderate drivers pulling out from give away signs causing main thoroughfare traffic to brake, hoons “hot-

ting” down roads, failures to indicate, slow witted drivers not knowing how to use roundabouts, others travelling at 35 km/hr on Redwood Street, High Street etc.

If the police enforce speed limits, I hope it’s fairly done with those truck drivers who currently regularly do 98-100 km/hour well over their 90 km/hr limit, getting pinged for doing 91 km/hr?

Currently police seem to turn a blind eye to trucks.

But at the end of the day will apprehending a car driver doing 101 km/hr save accidents?

No and the police fall lower in public esteem.

Frank Henry

Doc in control?

Dear Ed, I liked Neil Wilson’s letter about 1080.

It seems DOC is out of control, spending ‘willy nilly’ on poisons and the daft dream of turning NZ back to 500 AD. What would they do then?

Moas would be browsing vegetation as they did for millions of years.

Perhaps DOC would poison them?

DOC’s plan to get rid of rats is stupid. As Mr Wilson said, rats surviving any 1080 will explode in numbers.

One female has four litters

with eight to 12 in each, that’s over 40 more rats each year.

The young females of that one female in turn breed next year. So assume 20 times 40, that one female has triggered 800 more rats in two years.

By the third year that figure is over 3000. I’m not sure DOC’s dim-wits understand that so in a nutshell, the rats by the third year will have exploded to three times their original number.

In short, DOC has caused a massive super rat population explosion.

Ken Lloyd

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The Sun

Father Christmas A quiet moment before the Christmas Eve rush

Q A Q A Q A

My last meal on Earth would be...

A hearty venison stew and a locally sourced raspberry snow cone.

One of my best holidays was...

Jet boating in the Marlborough Sounds feeling the wind in my beard My guilty TV pleasure is...

Toy Story 1, 2 and 3.

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I’m inspired by...

Doc McStuffins because of her ability to make sick toys feel better What’s one thing that you’ll never throw away?

My beard and moustache comb.

Who would you love to have a meal with?

Every child on my ‘nice list’

AUCTION NIGHT Sunday Dec 14th 5pm

AboArd The river Queen A fundraiser to bring the Pike River Mine families to Marlborough for a Mystery Weekend.

SPECIAL GUEST PERFORMER Sponsored by The Interislander

Tickets $40 $5.00 from this is donated towards the fund Includes the cruise & fingerfood available from The River Queen or contact Wayne Carey ph 577 5444 or 027 303 5417 Anyone wishing to make a donate can do so to the following ASB account: 12-31680058373-00 pike river 29 legacy charitable trust

Ad kindly sponsored by Forbes Panel & Alignment

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What would you spend your last $100 on?

I love to shop so any red coloured clothes, really.

What’s next on your wish list?

It’s the same wish every year. To see a child smile on Christmas Day. Even the ones missing their front teeth.

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

The only time I have milk and cookies at the same time is when I’m delivering presents.

Auction to bring Pike River Mine families to Marlborough It has been just over four years since the Pike River Mine disaster claimed the lives of 29 men, but the memory of it remains with people all over New Zealand.

Local man Wayne Carey, who knew three of the men killed, has organised a fundraising auction to help pay for a ‘mystery weekend’ for the victims families.

“It’s an opportunity for the families to get away and enjoy a nice weekend in Marlborough,” he says.

The fundraising auction will be held on the River Queen on December 14, from 5pm.

There will be a surprise guest at the event who has been sponsored by the Interislander to cross from

The fundraising auction is being held on the River Queen

Wellington to Picton.

Tickets cost $40 each which includes the cruise and finger foods and can be purchased from the River Queen and Fairweathers.

Auction items which have been

donated by local businesses include a whale watch tour in Kaikoura, Marlborough Travel vouchers, restaurant vouchers, accommodation vouchers and half day wine tours by bike.

The Sun

Friday December 5, 2014

Lucky but yet to be ‘wise’ owl A young little owl (also known as a German Owl) had a lucky escape and even luckier rescue recently when the strong NW winds lashing Marlborough recently blew it out of its nest.

The owl was found under a hedge by Picton local Jessie Fishburn.

“It was a ball of fluff with beady eyes staring up at me. It looked very cold and seemed unhappy and lost. I called EcoWorld Aquarium and their bird expert Kishan picked it up,” she says.

EcoWorld’s ornithologist and experienced bird breeder Kishan Kirkwood has taken on the owl’s rehab.

“It’s a cool bird and is eating really well, feeding up on meal worms and small rodents.

“Its been great being able to compare notes with Diane Dodson from the Falcon Trust in Renwick. She has also been caring for an orphaned little owl”, said Kishan.

‘Pigwidgeon’ as it has been named by EcoWorld staff, is a small grey-brownand-white streaked owl that is widespread throughout the drier open country of Marlborough.

They are seen perched out in the open during the day and inhabit farmland and urban areas, often around farm buildings,

Hazel Fishburn (pictured) and her mother Jessie Lee rescued this young German Owl after it was blown out of its nest. Eco World bird expert Kishan Kirkwood has taken on the owl’s rehab. Photo provided.

small stands of open trees and hedgerows.

Little owls were introduced to New Zealand from Germany between 1906 and 1910, with the intention that they would help control the numbers of small introduced birds, which were becoming a pest in grain and fruit crops.

“There is no evidence that they have

been effective in this, nor are little owls considered a significant threat as a predator to any native bird species,” said Kishan In New Zealand, little owls mainly eat insects (particularly beetles, caterpillars, earwigs and moths) and small mammals, small birds, lizards and frogs.

Police find cannabis after tip-off Blenheim Police discovered a large quantity of cannabis at a local motor camp, on Wednesday.

Marlborough Area Commander Inspector

Simon Feltham said a member of the public reported seeing suspicious activity at the motor camp.

“As a result of that person’s quick actions

we have recovered a quantity of cannabis clearly intended for commercial supply in our area.”

Police recovered six immature cannabis

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A 28 year old Italian national has been charged with cultivat-

ing cannabis and possession of cannabis for supply.

He appeared in the Blenheim District Court yesterday.

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Returning home victorious from the New Zealand Salsa Open in Brisbane recently, the full Star Dance Academy tour team from Blenheim and Picton with their trophy haul.

Photo by Bob McGahan.

Dancers gain international status A group of salsa dancers from Blenheim, Picton and Whanganui has recently proven to the world that they are up with the best.

The Star Dance Academy took a group of its dancers on a 12 day tour which saw them compete for national titles at Auckland’s New Zealand Salsa Open, and the prestigious International Salsa Championships in Brisbane last month.

Both youth and adults put on jaw dropping performances and as a result have returned home with six national titles and 17 international titles.

Local girl Sophia Bendell gained the highest score of the competition week in Australia, with a 92 and a commanding open Latin solo which brought the crowd to their feet.

Another stand-out was Sky Mana Raukawa who was the youngest ever competitor at five years of age and danced with the Lil Gamg-

STARS team from Blenheim and Picton.

The young boys team, which included, Jake and Mac Andrell, Harley Keen, Hunter Bendell, Ocean Raukawa and Sky Raukawa were an absolute hit.

Stayz’s top team GEMSTAR bring down the house on the Saturday night, and the ALLSTAR Family again raised the roof on the Sunday night with the all inspiring Counting Stars choreography, which had the audience in awe.

Star Dance Academy coach and director Stayz Raukawa says the whole tour was ‘incredible’, with the highlight being the AllStar performance where he danced alongside wife Larissa and sons Ocean and Sky.

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Christmas Appeal The Sun’s annual Christmas Appeal is continuing to receive many wonderful donations.

Benefiting this year are local charitable organisations Marlborough Women’s Refuge and Foster Hope’s Kits for Kids.

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Story and photo by Celeste Lodewyk Marlborough based artist Craig Bluett happily combines his love for teaching and art by holding a number of art classes for all ages.

His regular after school classes comprise of five to 16-year-olds exploring a variety of mediums and techniques.

This has proved to be hugely popular in the six years he has taught them, something he says reinforces why he loves being an artist.

An exhibition showcasing the work by his young students opens tonight at the Yealands Estate Marlborough Gallery on High Street from 5pm 6pm.

The other class Craig runs is the ‘Life Drawing’ which too, has been a huge success.

Craig will be starting the

Artist Craig Bluett is taking registrations for his Life Drawing classes in the new year.

next session of Life Drawing classes on January 26, 2015 which run through to March.

It promises to be both challenging and interesting to those who take part.

Held in the evening, the classes run for six weeks at a

cost of only $60.

To find out more or to book a place in Craig’s ‘Life Drawing’ classes phone Helen Ballinger 021 0267 8711 or email workshops@marlboroughartsociety.com

Freedom camping spots trialed There will be more freedom camping spots trialed around Marlborough this summer.

Marlborough mayor Alistair Sowman says everyone will benefit from the trial as a long term solution is sought to please everyone.

The MDC is expanding the number of sites where self-contained camper vans may stop while also introducing restrictions on the length of stay and the numbers of vehicles that will be allowed at certain locations.

The public will then get to share its views and play a role in getting recommendations New areas include the Wynen St car park, Blenheim Railways Station, A&P Park, Picton

High Street car park and foreshore car park and Waitohi and Renwick Domains.

They join the six other sites already in use.

The MDC hoped a new bylaw will be drawn up by March.

Public consultation on the bylaw would begin in April, with submissions accepted up until 15 May 2015.

“We will want to hear from everyone including residents’ associations, iwi, the motor caravan association and tourism operators, and all submissions will help us to shape the bylaw.”

Any land owners who have issues have been asked to contact MDC immediately.

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Celebrate our regions finest wineries...

Waterfall Bay: Fine Dining in the Marlborough Sounds The perfect Christmas gift.

We would like to invite you to join Seresin Estate in our celebration of wine and local produce at our occasional restaurant in Waterfall Bay. A world leader in sustainable wine production Award winning wines

Arriving by boat, guests will be able to enjoy the beauty of the Marlborough Sounds, a menu prepared by Nic Poelaert, head chef at Melbourne’s Brooks Restaurant and of course Seresin’s biodynamic wines.

Self-drive vineyard White Road Tour including stunning views overlooking the Cook Strait and surrounds

DATES: Thursday 12 February Dinner: 6:30pm – 10:00pm Friday 13 February Lunch: 12:00pm – 3:00pm; Dinner: 6:30pm – 10:00pm Saturday 14 February Dinner: 6:30pm – 10:00pm **limited availability** Sunday 15 February Lunch: 12:00pm – 3:00pm; Dinner: 6:30pm – 10:00pm

Just 20 minutes south of Blenheim in the Awatere Valley

PRICE: $300 includes return boat ride from Picton and 5 course degustation meal with wine.

Interactive Cellar Door experience Complimentary wine tasting

AVAILABLE THROUGH: Email: wfbdinners@seresin.co.nz Phone +64 3 572 9408 Online: seresin.co.nz

Come and see The Doctors’ at Forrest.....

Our cellar door is OPEN for Summer!

Taste award winning wines and enjoy the best views over Marlborough from the Highfield tower. ‘Build your own picnic’ from our range of cheeses and meats and enjoy with a glass of wine.

Open daily 10am – 5pm Highfield Estate 27 Brookby Rd • 03 572 9244 • www.highfield.co.nz

‘When it’s your name on the bottle the quality of the wine inside is a very personal thing’ Spy Valley is open daily, 10.30am – 4.30pm, for complimentary tastings.

Come and experience our wines, taste our olive oil, see award winning architecture and learn the secrets behind the name, Spy Valley.

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WHAT’S ON IN MARLBOROUGH

- WEEKEND EVENT GUIDE Friday 5 December The Edwin Fox Ship and Visitor Centre Open every day from 9am, a great all weather and family friendly activity. Come and explore. For more information call Karen on 5736868 or check out our Facebook or Trip advisor pages.

“Young Expressionists” An exhibition from Craig Bluett’s after school classes throughout 2014 - Opening Preview 5 - 6pm, Yealands Estates Gallery, 204 High Street. Exhibition season: 6th - 14th Dec. A Fish Tail 6.30pm, Venue: Floor Pride Civic Theatre, Pricing: $22.00 - $34.00. The story of a little fish. Cast of 200 students aged 3 – adults.

More Info 520 8560.

Awatere Art Group Are holding an exhibition at Yealands Winery, Sea View Road, 10am - 4.30pm, Daily till 30 Dec, free admission. A variety of paintings by local members.

Sit and Be Fit with Jeanette Free exercise for all ages at Crossroads, 2 Redwood Street, 10am Ph 578 5395.

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

Text Bronwyn 021 046 2434.

Pastel Painting Marlborough Art Society, 10am - 3pm, Ph Prue 578 8888.

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

Ph Liz 027 748 6666.

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

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

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

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

Saturday 6 December Blenheim Social Dance Club Xmas Dance. Dance to Nelson Band “Southern Soundz”. Ballroom, Sequence, Latin, Rock n’ Roll. 7.30pm - 11.30pm at the Renwick Memorial Hall, Renwick. Everyone invited. Only $15pp plus a plate. For more info and tickets phone Margaret 578 7323.

Mistletoe Market Blenheim Town Centre, Market Street, 8:30am – 2:00pm. Back for its 27th year, the Mistletoe Market is proudly brought to you by Blenheim Lions, lots of stalls selling everything you can think of. Come along and do your Christmas shopping and join the festive atmosphere.

Christmas Parade and Cracker Christmas Festival Liz Davidson Place, Cnr Queen and Charles Street, 2:30pm – 6:00pm. Come along and enjoy a Christmas extravaganza. Bring some fold out chairs or a picnic blanket and enjoy this free evening of entertainment for the whole family!

A Fish Tail 6.30pm, Venue: Floor Pride Civic Theatre, Pricing: $22.00 - $34.00. The story of a little fish. Cast of 200 students aged 3 – adults. More Info 520 8560.

Saturday Meditation Class 10am – 11.30, (followed by shared lunch), Alzheimers Rooms, 8 Wither Road, By koha/ donation at the door, everyone warmly welcome. All inquiries to Jan 578 2737 or Maree 572 2774, Blenheim Tibetan Buddhist Group.

Floral art display This weekend, St Luke’s Church in Spring Creek will be holding a visual and fun display this Saturday and Sunday from 2 - 4pm. This year’s theme will be ‘Twelve Saints’ with floral interpretations of each.”

Blenheim Rotary Car Boot Sale Every Saturday 8am – 2pm at the Railway Station car park, Grove Rd, Ph Andy 578 2272 or 021 842 928.

Marlborough Embroiderers’ Guild 1st Saturday of the month at 1.30pm - 4.30pm St John Rooms, Seymour St, Ph Roz 578 2471.

Blenheim Menz Shed 4 Dillon’s Point Rd opens 9am - 12pm Saturday.

Mon & Thurs 1 - 4pm. Building relationships and sharing skills. Ph Gerry 578 1835.

Pregnancy Yoga 9.15am - 10.15am, for information, Ph Huia 021 072 4107.

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

Redwood Market 8am - 12pm, Redwood Tavern car park, Plants Produce and Crafts.

Vintage Farm Machinery 10am - 3pm, Open Every Day. Brayshaw Park Guided tours available, Sunday Thomas Tank Engine rides. Ph Doris 579 4357.

If you have an event email Tash at The Sun frontdesk@blenheimsun.co.nz

FLOORPRIDE CIVIC THEATRE

A FISH TAIL Friday 5th Dec @ 6.30pm Saturday 6th Dec @ 2.00pm Sunday 7th Dec @ 4.00pm Monday 8th Dec @ 6.30pm Adult $34.00 Child (u16) $22.00

OLIVER & 22 TUTUS nd Amazing shows all year rou

Purchase from The Floor Pride Civic Theatre or Take Note, Picton PHONE (03) 520 8560, book@mctt.co.nz Prices include booking fee Some Fees May Apply

Sat 13th Dec @ 11.00am & 7.00pm Adult $25.00 Conc (65+) $20.00 Child (u15) $20.00 Child under 5 Free

NATIONAL YOUTH BRASS BAND NZ Summon the Heroes 31st January 2015 @ 5.00pm Adult $27.00 Conc (65+) $22.00 Child (u16) $12.00 Family (2a,2c) $68.00

Picton Men’s Shed Every Saturday 10am - 1pm and Wednesday 9am - 4pm. Plants and Garden furniture sold Saturday and Wednesday 10am - 1pm.

Kapahaka For Youth Blenheim School 6pm - 8pm, All welcome.

Marlborough Artisan Market Highlighting the best of Marlborough art, crafts, food and produce. Come along and browse our stalls every week. Every Saturday morning (rain or shine). 9.00am to 1.00pm, Wynen Street Carpark (behind Market Street).

Ph: 027 848 0463.

Sunday 7 December Simply the Breast Dragon Boat Team Training on the Wairau River - Thursday evenings from 5.45pm and Sunday mornings from 9.45am from Blenheim Rowing Club, off Jones Road. Have lots of fun and get a full body workout at the same time. Now recruiting new team members and supporters. Ring Sue Bason on 03 578 9110 for more details.

Get ready for the weekend with our list of what’s on!

St Luke’s Anglican Church Ferry Road, Spring Creek, Join us for Christian worship every Sunday 9.30am, Rev Derek Ph 578 5050.

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

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

Tramping Club Mary Ph 5728762.

Buddhism for Modern Life 10am, Ph 573 5379.

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

Riverside Railway From Brayshaw Park Station, 1.45pm - 3pm, 50 minute ride, $5 Child & $10 Adult (cash only).

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

A Fish Tail 6.30pm, Venue: Floor Pride Civic Theatre, Pricing: $22.00 - $34.00. The story of a little fish. Cast of 200 students aged 3 – adults. More Info 520 8560.

Marlborough Rock and Mineral Club Brayshaw Park, Come and see our large rock, mineral, crystal and fossil collection, work room and books. Free Admission.

With Strings Attached Dodson St Cafe, 1 Dodson St, Mayfield, Blenheim, 4pm – 7pm.

Associated Modellers Society Miniature steam engine rides at Brayshaw Park, 1st and 3rd Sunday each month, 1pm - 4pm $2.

Gourmet Christmas Festival Fairhall School, 384 New Renwick Road, Fairhall, 11am. Sample some of Marlborough’s finest produce. Bring your deck chairs and relax under the marquee while enjoying live music and dancing.

Kapahaka Every Sunday at Tuamarina Hall 12pm - 3pm All welcome.

Pre Christmas Peek Clubs of Marlborough, 42 Alfred St, 10am. A self-drive tour to visit eight festive homes.

Registration for this event is at Clubs of Marlborough, Friday & Saturday 10am 5.30pm and Sunday 7th December 9am - 10.30am. $55 pr person (All proceeds to Hospice Marlborough)

Up and Coming Marlborough Branch The Ulysses Club of NZ Inc. Toy Run, Saturday 13th December 2014, Supporting the Salvation Army Toy Appeal, Open to all Roadworthy Motorbikes, Scooters etc.

Entry Fee: Toy or Gift for the Toy Appeal (no soft toys please) Meet at the Woodbourne Tavern - Renwick 11am, Departing 12 noon, BBQ at Destination - Blenheim School, Badges on Sale $10.

Floral Art Display This weekend, St Lukes Church in Spring Creek will be holding a visual and fun display this Saturday and Sunday from 2 - 4pm. This year’s theme will be ‘Twelve Saints’ with floral interpretations of each.”

Renwick Anglican Community Church 54 High St Renwick, Morning worship 9.30am, Rev Steve Allcutt Ph 572 8850.

BUDDY THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY Saturday 14th March 2015 @ 8.00pm A Reserve $85.00 B Reserve $79.90 Child (u18) $57.00

DENNIS LOCORRIERE PRESENTS DR HOOK Tuesday 5th May 2015 @ 7.30pm Admit One: $85.00

MOSCOW BALLET LA CLASSIQUE SLEEPING BEAUTY Tuesday 19th May 2015 @ 7.30pm Wednesday 20th May 2015 @ 7.30pm Adult $92.00 Conc (65+) $82.00 Child (u16) $72.00 Group (6+) $82.00

Floral Art Display urch in Spring This weekend, St Lukes Ch 7. day Sun Creek.

THE BOATHOUSE THEATRE

THE GAME’S AFOOT Wed 26th Nov – Sat 29th Nov @7.30pm Sunday 30th Nov @ 4.00pm Tues 2nd Dec – Sat 6th Dec @ 7.30pm Adult $29.50 Conc (65+) $26.50 Student (still at school u19) $22.50 Group (10+) $26.50pp

VARIOUS VENUES

PRE CHRISTMAS PEEK Sunday 7th December from 10am Admit One $55.00

www.mctt.co.nz book@mctt.co.nz • (03) 520 8560

The Sun

A close-up of the new bike

Friday December 5, 2014

Terry Reed with the finished bike, on display at Omaka.

Motorbike masterpiece brought back to life

By Adam Poulopoulos A Blenheim man hampered by the effects of a rodeo accident four years ago has restored a rare 1969 Honda CB 750 Sandcast KO motorbike.

Terry Reed finished the job earlier this year, and the bike is now on display at Omaka Classic Car Museum.

Less than 200 of the bikes, which Terry describes as revolutionary, are left in circulation. Only four reside in New Zealand.

A motorcycle mechanic for 20 years, Terry came across the job having restored local man Phil McNabb’s bike of the same model.

Christchurch man John Boote spotted the motorcycle at a show, and gave Terry his bike to work on.

Terry said he felt it “deserved to be resurrected.”

Honda manufactured the bike at a low volume, but it sold better than expected.

“The footprint it left was massive,” Terry says.

“Its competition at the time was rattly British bikes, unreliable Italian ones and rattly old Harleys.”

Only 7414 of the bikes were ever manufactured, but Honda realised they were on to a winner.

The next year, they honed their design, and released a diecast model based on the same template, which also sold well.

Honda went from producing 600 sandcast bikes a month to 7000 diecasts to cope with demand.

As a result, the 1969 model’s parts fell into disuse.

Starting with a bare frame, half of Terry’s time was spent sourcing parts.

“It’s brought out amazing stuff,” he said.

“I found a collector in Australia who makes the brake hoses, which are unique to a ’69.”

“Every nut, bolt, washer…everything on this bike is how it would have been in 1969.”

He estimates about $22,000 was spent restoring it, but the bike’s was valued at more than $100,000.

The process was made more challenging by his accident: a trapped nerve has left him without the use of his bicep and deltoid on his left side.

“It makes the process really slow, and I need to get others

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Terry Reed with some of the stripped-back parts of the new sandcast bike.

in to help me with the heavy lifting,” he said.

“It’s a labour of love.”

Now, Terry has started working on John’s second sandcast bike, which will be painted a candy blue colour.

Terry said he is unsure when the bike will be finished: he is seeing a specialist for his injury next month, but no date has been set for his surgery.

“I’m not under any pressure, but I don’t want to drag it out.

I want it done.”

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Friday December 5, 2014 garage sales

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Expect a day of Christmas cheer and a twilight feel to the Blenheim Christmas Parade tomorrow.

While there will be an abundance of colour, floats, performances, costumes, lollies and of course an appearance from the man in red himself, a 5pm start means people wanting to catch the parade may have to entertain themselves at the Cracker Christmas Festival first.

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LOOKING FOR XMAS GIFTS? Timeless Trading Co Toys, timeless ornaments, china, quirky stocking fillers, gifts for everyone.

Present this ad and get 10% off your purchase.

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Place an ad in our garage sale column and reach the most homes in Marlborough Phone 577 7868 for details

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MOORING wanted to rent, Marlborough Sounds, road access, with jetty preferred. Ph Richard 022 658 6052.

XMAS GIFTS galore at Timeless Trading Co. Furniture, upcycled, retro, country kitchen, rustic native timbers, custom made. Present this ad and get 10% off your purchase. 50 Grove Road 579-6046.

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DOES your garden need watering while you are away? call Jenny 577 9567 or 027 304 6363.

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Three local children have won bikes through the Clubs Of Marlborough Kidzone Kids’ Club’s ‘Win some Wheels’ promotion.

The event, which began in October, attracted 200 entries.

The Kids’ Club was founded earlier this year, and has reached 350 members.

Right: Bike winners Zara Craig, 5, Teri McCormick, 7 and Andre Hebberd, 12, with Clubs of Marlborough president Gordon Herkt.

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CHRISTMAS tidy up gardening, watering etc, call Jenny 577 9567 or 027 304 6363.

Live Christmas trees, we have Radiata and Douglas for sale this year.

You can choose and mark for later pickup, or take now.

Long lasting Douglas $50.00 Radiata $45.00

The Festival will start at 2.30pm with free kids entertainment, live music, snow machines, food stalls and face-painting all available at Liz Davidson Park.

The Parade itself will then take centre stage for a 45 minute trip around the streets of Blenheim before the event concludes at 6pm.

The Picton Christmas Parade and concert will be held on Sunday December 14.

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CHEF - Immediate start

RELIEF DELIVERERS We are now taking names for relief paper runs for the Christmas school holidays in the Blenheim area Ideally suited to school age children whom are honest and reliable.

This full time position will suit an experienced chef up for a challenge!

Working under an award winning executive chef with a team of talented and hard working chefs.

This is a family owned and operated business that operates 7 days a week serving up generous to a fault fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Must be available to work nights, weekends and public holidays.

Email an application TODAY - no phone enquiries. john@alehouseblenheim.co.nz Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Experienced Cleaners Chateau Marlborough is a 5 star hotel looking for experienced cleaners to join their dedicated team for the summer season and beyond.

If you have the following attributes then we would love to hear from you : • Attention to detail • Work well within a team • Must be able to work on a seven day roster.

Please phone Tash 577 7868

Please phone Yvonne on 03 578 0064 and express your interest.

www.alehouseblenheim.co.nz

Machine Operator/Storeperson GARAG E SALE Have some junk that could be treasure?

DON’T THROW IT OUT! ADVERTISE A GARAGE SALE TODAY & TURN TRASH INTO CASH Ph 5777 868

Operator required for Seed Cleaning facility Applicant must: • Be able to work in a physically demanding environment (Heavy lifting required) • Have current drivers licence • Have reliable transport • Pass pre-employment drug test • Have no criminal convictions in last 3 years • Provide two work references • Be hardworking and honest Candidates who meet above criteria will be considered.

Ideal applicant would also hold the following skills: • Mechanically minded / Workshop experience • Have working at heights training • Forklift experience (Licence endorsement preferred) • A first aid certificate Hours of work: 7am – 4pm Monday – Friday Start Date: January 12th, 2015 If you think you would be suitable for the position email or post a letter outlining your skills and experience to; info@kiwiseed.co.nz Subject reference: Operator Vacancy, or Operator Vacancy: Kiwiseed, 527 Old Renwick Rd, Blenheim Applications Close: 14 Dec 2014

Supervisor Havelock, full-time Our Havelock mussel grading facility supplies product for both our Motueka and Blenheim factories year round, and is very busy over the harvest season from September until June of each year.

Looking for a full-time position that will give you the opportunity to use your supervisory skills? Are you good with detail and documents, and understand the importance of getting it right first time?

Reporting to the Havelock Manager your duties will include: • assisting in the induction of new staff as well as general staff training • supporting the Manager to implement company policy on maintaining product safety, documentation and the safety of staff • work to ensure that product is graded correctly to meet deadlines and customer requirements.

The Fresh Name in the Freezer

This is a hands-on role that will require you to be physically fit and preferably able to drive a forklift (a forklift licence is preferred but not essential as we are prepared to put the right applicant through a course).

Please apply to Donald Boote – Shellfish Manager, PO Box 5, Motueka or email donald.boote@talleys.co.nz with the subject line ‘Havelock Supervisor’.

Please note that as this is a full-time job, applicants will need to be residents of NZ or be in the process of applying for same.

Applications close Wednesday 10 December 2014.

www.talleys.co.nz

Phone 577 7868 to place your situation vacant advert here

Multi Skilled Machinery Operator We require a reliable, enthusiastic person to join our small but friendly team. This is a full time position of 40 hours per week, but extended hours would be required during busy periods such as grape harvest and spreading.

The position would involve spreading, truck driving, grape harvester driving, tractor work, maintenance of machinery and also hands on vineyard work. Ideally the applicant will have experience driving heavy machinery, a class 5 licence & W endorsement.

Finding the right person to fit our team is important & training will be given – therefore we are also interested in people that are not experienced but have had farm machinery/ tractor experience & are keen to learn new skills.

If this sounds like you, please forward your cv and covering letter to: roseag@xtra.co.nz or PO Box 23, Blenheim 7240.

Please phone Tracy on 578 6580 or 027 444 1404 if you require further information.

Applications close 6th December 2014.

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Marlborough District Council

SITUATIONS VACANT - ENGINEERING CLERICAL ADMINISTRATOR - (WORKSOPS) We are seeking a good organiser with well-honed computer skills to fill a new position, assisting the Works and Operations Supervisor.

You’ll be the conduit between the crews doing work in the field and the council’s assets management system, ensuring that our infrastructure continues to work well and providing general administrative and clerical support.

You’ll also be managing the teams’ roading requests for worksites and setting up and running an inventory system for the depot.

The Marlborough District Council has more than $1 billion’s worth of infrastructure in the district, and WorksOps is a key part of keeping all those assets working well for the people of Marlborough.

This new position provides clerical and administrative support for the WorksOps supervisor. It will include helping staff with the completion of electronic timesheets; using the asset management system to assess work orders sent to WorksOps crew/staff; prioritising and scheduling work for staff; checking the relative data required is completed on the work order when work is completed; processing corridor access requests including providing traffic management plans for work sites; and assisting staff with the preparation of as built plans for work sites showing infrastructure located or installed.

In addition, the position will assist with stock control at the depot store.

No formal qualifications are required for this job, but you will need to have a high level of competency in computer applications, a sound level of literacy and numeracy, and experience in engineering or construction industry administration.

Applications close at midday on Monday 15 December 2014.

Apply online at www.marlborough.govt.nz or, alternatively, direct your application, including a completed application form, to vacancy@marlborough.govt.nz.

For further information you are welcome to contact annie.percy@marlborough.govt.nz.

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Marlborough Lines Contracting is a progressive electrical contracting business providing high quality services to the Marlborough region.

We have a vacancy for an experienced skilled Faultman responsible for the restoration of faults and performing field switching operations.

Marlborough District Council

SITUATIONS VACANT – ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION OFFICER – (FULL TIME) Marlborough covers a huge area from Clarence in the south to d’Urville Island in the north and with 20 per cent of New Zealand’s coastline in the expanse of the Marlborough Sounds in between.

As a unitary authority, the council is responsible for the integrated management of natural and physical resources of the region, as well as controlling the impact of land use within the district. That covers a diverse range of issues, from winery waste projects and frost fans to marine farms and water quality.

This could be your opportunity to join our team, and help maintain this unique environment.

The Marlborough District Council is seeking applications for a permanent full-time Environmental Protection Officer.

This position is responsible for ensuring a high standard of environmental protection and compliance is maintained within the Marlborough region, through the monitoring of resource consents and responding to customer complaints.

The successful applicant will possess a thorough understanding of relevant legislation, sound judgment and decision making skills, excellent interpersonal skills are a must for the successful candidate.

Additionally the successful applicant will have a commitment to customer service, teamwork and continuous improvement.

Applicants with relevant tertiary qualifications or experience in science, particularly environmental science, planning, or legal experience are preferred.

The Council can offer you: • Valuable experience in a wide range of compliance activities • An opportunity to help protect Marlborough’s unique environment • The enjoyment that comes from working with a range of industries and the community to achieve positive outcomes.

Applications close at midday on Monday 22 December 2014.

Applications, including the Council’s application form to be directed to vacancy@marlborough.govt.nz.

www.marlborough.govt.nz

Working in a team environment the duties include fault finding, power restoration, performing switching operations, direction of fault staff, responding to Energy trader requests and participation on an after hours fault roster.

If you are an experienced Line Mechanic/Electrician with electrical distribution experience that has or is performing fault restoration duties and is looking to broaden their experience while living amongst the vineyards with access to the beautiful Marlborough Sounds, you owe it to yourself to check out this opportunity.

Please apply online through our website www.marlboroughlines.co.nz. Alternatively you can obtain a job description and application form by contacting our reception on 03 577 7007. Completed applications and CV can be emailed to info@linesmarl.co.nz, or posted to Marlborough Lines Faultman Vacancy, PO Box 144, Blenheim 7240.

Applications close Tuesday 16 December 2014

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CAMERON, Leila Kay: November 30, 2014

FAGAN: Isyiah Michael (9lb) November 25, 2014

GREEN, Richard John (Dick): November 23, 2014

FRANCIS: Harper Grace (8lb 1oz) October 21, 2014

KENNEDY, Annette Josephine (nee Neal): November 28, 2014

SIMMONDS, Charles Daniel Arthur (Mate): November 28, 2014 SOUTAR, Robert Graham (Bob): November 27, 2014

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SMALLHOLME, Oliver: In his 95th year, passed away peacefully on December 2 2014. Loved brother and brother in law of George and Kathleen Smallholme, Dulcie and the late Bob McMillan, Rose and the late Athol Smith, Les and Betty Smith, the late Jean and Vincent McGrath, Freda and Selwyn Herring, Thelma and Harry Halliday, Robert and Kathy Smith and the late Sharon Smith. Also loved Uncle and Great Uncle of all his nieces SMALLHOLME, Oliver: In his and nephews.

95th year, passed away peacefully on December 2 2014 surrounded by his loving family. Very dearly loved husband of Vera for 65 years, dearly loved father and father-in-law of Bev and Bryan Phillips, John, Lynne and Paul Fletcher. Treasured and devoted grandfather of Jane, Chris, Sarah and acknowledgement Rob, and Min; Lissy and Evan; Amber and Dylan. Dearly loved great grand- Yvonne Brown father of Ryan, Hannah and Charlotte. I would like to thank all my wonderSadly missed and he will live on in ful kind workmates and friends that our hearts forever. A funeral service have supported me through this tough for Oliver will be held at St. Andrew’s time with the passing of my Mum. Presbyterian Church, Henry Street, Thank you so much for all the gifts, at 11.30am Saturday December 6, cards, phone calls, texts, coming over followed by private cremation at the and spending all your time with me.

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I couldn’t have got through without GEOFFREY T SOWMAN, FDANZ you all, so please accept my greatful Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz thanks. Lisa BROWN, Yvonne: Passed away November 25, 2014 suddenly in Christchurch. You will be sadly missed by alot of people Mum, you were a courageous, kind caring person who was so generous and giving to many people.

You had a wonderful sense of humour and a beautiful smile. May you feel so much love around you and be free of pain. You will never be alone. Fly free Mum. Love you always Lisa xxx

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Friday December 5, 2014

More than sport

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It’s been an emotionally-charged sporting week.

I’m a bit of a sucker for againstthe-odds stories, and American Kayla Montgomery certainly falls into that category.

‘Catching Kayla’, an ESPN documentary released this week, centred on 18 year old Kayla, a nationally-recognised age-group runner living with multiple sclerosis.

Her diagnosis aged 14 put paid to her promising soccer career, but sparked a passion for running.

Called “average at best” by coach Patrick Cromwell, Kayla persevered to become one of the best long-distance runners in

FOOTBALL The Nelson Marlborough Falcons beat Southern United 2-1 on Sunday to keep their ASB Youth league title push alive.

They have three games to go before the end of the regular season.

They play Waitakere United at Fred Taylor Park tomorrow.

PAINTBALL The Marlborough Militia Paintball Club are hosting their open day on Sunday, starting at noon.

The event will be held at the Against All Odds paintball field, on the Wither Road extension.

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As Kayla runs, her legs go numb, at which point she relies on momentum to keep her moving.

At the end of each race coach Cromwell waits behind the finish line for Kayla to collapse, exhausted, into his arms.

“When I’m running, it’s when I feel happiest. It’s when I feel safest from my own body,” Kayla says.

It seems remiss not to address the passing of Phillip Hughes, but it’ll be brief - the whole thing’s been covered so much, maybe too much, by the media already.

Every dark cloud has a silver lining, and in this case, the outpouring of support following

his death has been uplifting and touching in itself.

The cricketing community too has come together like a big family.

The events in Sydney have transcended gender, age, political borders and interest in cricket, and it’s been interesting to see several public figures share a more visceral version of themselves than the doctored clichés they’re often forced to exhibit.

Hopefully with the funeral completed those closest to Hughes get the chance to grieve out of the public eye.

RIP.

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Adam Poulopoulos

Dragging in the funds

Participants from this year’s Yealands yak

Like to yak and walk?

Walking, talking and wine are the key elements of the second annual Yealands Yak set for February 21 2015.

The All Women’s Great Vineyard Race offers groups of women the chance to compete in teams, either running or walking in pairs around New Zealand’s largest privately owned vineyard, Yealands Estate on the stunning Marlborough Coast The Yealands Yak is a six hour all women team trail event.

Teams of two to six women walk, jog or run in pairs around 10 vineyard trails of, with the team that collectively covers the most distance in six hours being the winner.

The 2014 Yak was very popular with more than 280 women participating in 70 teams, with local team The PMTS won with an overall course time of four hours and 35 minutes, the time to beat in 2015.

The trails comprise eight different laps in total, marked by different

coloured arrows and need to be run in the order specified, with staffed checkpoints along the routes.

The aim of the Yealands Yak is to collect all the different wine variety stamps for your team’s passport.

The YAK is designed for women of all fitness levels. Entry is limited to just 200 all women teams – so get your favourite two to six Yakkers together and enter now.

Early bird ticket price is $85 per person if you enter before 1 December 2014, or $95 after.

Your ticket includes a limited edition bottle of vintage Yealands Estate YAK wine, meal after the race and entertainment from local band Little T. Last month over 30 teams had registered so get in quick.

For more information visit www. yealands.co.nz/yak

By Adam Poulopoulos The Marlborough Marching Association may have seen numbers whittled back in recent times, but a life member hopes an upcoming ‘Playgirls’ fundraiser can help give back to their youthful members.

The three-person drag queen trio will be dancing at the Waterlea Racecourse Hall on Saturday, December 13, beginning at 7pm.

Prizes for the best dresses in drag will be given on the night, and supper and a silent auction will be held.

Proceeds from the event will go into recruitment and training for the association, as well as support for the judges and coaches.

At the moment, many of the 49 marchers in the association are under 15.

Marlborough Marching Association life member Marrianne Fenwick says it was important to invest in youth and create awareness.

“There’s been a decline in numbers but that happens. You go in waves.

“I don’t know many minority sports that don’t The Sorrell Renwick under-16 marching team will have the same problem.

“You either use it or lose it. You’ve got to ensure benefit from the money raised. there’s something there for the future.” ideal Christmas work do.”

Marrianne says the fundraising event was a good Tickets are available at Liquorland or for more way of getting into the holiday spirit. information, email Marlborough@marching.

“It’s Christmas. It’s about having fun. It’s the co.nz.

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