The Sun
Friday October 28, 2016
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COUNCIL NEWS Request for Expressions of Interest Fitness Gym Facilities - Lansdowne Park Sportshub, Endeavour Park Pavilion and Awatere Memorial Hall Marlborough District Council is in the early planning phases for a Sportshub building in the Central area of Lansdowne Park, Blenheim, Stage 2 at Endeavour Park, Picton and reconfiguration of the Awatere Memorial Hall, Seddon. As part of this planning Council is seeking registrations of interest from gym operators or other interested parties. Registrations of interest close at 4.00pm on Monday 21 November 2016. A Request for Expressions of Interest document can be obtained at: www.marlborough.govt.nz/ Your-Council/Tenders Inquiries to: Mark Witehira, Marlborough District Council, PO Box 443, Blenheim 7240 Ph: 03 520 7400 Email mark.witehira@marlborough.govt.nz. Grants Sub Committee Community Representatives Council is calling for nominations for community representatives on the Grants Sub Committee. The Grants Sub Committee is appointed in line with Local Body Elections and therefore community representatives would be appointed for a three year term. The Grants Sub Committee is currently responsible for considering allocations for the Marlborough District Council Community Grants, Creative Communities New Zealand Local Arts Scheme and Sport NZ Rural Travel Fund. Nominations should be in writing with a brief resume of the nominee’s involvement in the community. Nominations close on Friday 4 November 2016 and should be addressed to Lyne Reeves, Community Development Advisor, Marlborough District Council, PO Box 443, Blenheim 7240. All enquiries should be directed to Lyne Reeves, phone 520 7448 or email lyne. reeves@marlborough.govt.nz. Temporary Road Closure NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN under Section 342 of the Local Government Act 1974 that: Seymour Street from the intersection of High Street to Alfred Street will be closed to all vehicles between the hours of 10.30 am and 12.30 pm on Friday, 11 November 2016, for the purpose of the Armistice Day Commemoration Service at the War Memorial Clock Tower and the Memorial Wall unveiling at the Clubs of Marlborough. Notice is also hereby given that the following streets will be closed to ordinary vehicular traffic from 11.30 am to 12.30 pm: Alfred Street from Seymour Street to Market Street North/Russell Terrace Hutcheson Street from Alfred Street to John Street Clubs of Marlborough Carpark will be closed during the unveiling of the Memorial Wall 11.30 am until 12.30 pm. Cars may exit via Russell Terrace. Notice is also hereby given that parking will be prohibited and cars will be removed from 9.00 am to 12.30 pm in the following areas: Seymour Street from High Street to Alfred Street Alfred Street from Seymour Street to Market Street North/Russell Terrace Notice is also hereby given that parking will be prohibited and cars will be removed from 7.00 am to 12.30 pm in the following area: Car parks surrounding the Memorial Wall in the Clubs of Marlborough car park. The wet weather venue for the Armistice Day Commemoration Service will be the Main Hall, Clubs of Marlborough, Alfred Street, Blenheim. Any enquiries should be addressed to Sandra Boyd, Marlborough Roads, Ph: 03 520 8330. JOHN LEGGETT MAYOR
Mayor and Grovetown School One of new Mayor John Leggett’s first duties was to attend Grovetown School’s 150th anniversary celebrations last Saturday; he cut the ribbon assisted by the school’s oldest current pupil, Georgia Brown, Year 6, and its youngest Year 1 pupil, Abel Dewar.
Grass fires can swiftly sweep over big areas At any time of the year – take extra care with fire. The small fire on the Wither Hills last week was thought to have started in a burn pile. Fire bans have not yet been imposed but, with warmer weather, the fire risk begins to rise. Marlborough Kaikoura Rural Fire Authority principal fire officer Richard McNamara urged people to think carefully about the conditions; grass fires could spread very swiftly – burning at 25km an
hour when it’s hot, dry and windy with plenty of fuel. “The hills may look green at the moment but there’s plenty of dry fuel up there and it will burn fast, given the right conditions,” said Mr McNamara. He said it is all too easy to start a grass fire accidentally by a spark from machinery such as a chainsaw, tractor, welder or lawnmower.
Council volunteer fire fighter Marianne Vertelman of the Blenheim Rural Brigade and Scott Henry of the Rarangi fire crew dampen down a grass fire on the lower Wither Hills.
Ageing Positively in Marlborough Living a full life Duncan Whiting is a great example of an older person who lives in a positive and rewarding way. As a director of plays and musicals, his work reaches far out into the community. He has been sharing his talents with Marlborough since he arrived here in 1969 but his love of theatre dates from his early childhood in the late 1940s. Sixty five years later it remains the driving passion of his creative life. Every year, thousands of Marlburians are entertained by the performances he directs. Others are fortunate to work with him as actors or musicians or as part of
the lighting, sound, backstage crew or the other roles involved in theatre. Duncan continues to direct shows throughout New Zealand, and mentors new directors. Currently
Community News – Marlborough Repertory Society creates and fosters community theatre in Marlborough.
Marlborough District Council PO Box 443 Blenheim 7240 New Zealand
Duncan Whiting
he is Vice-President of Marlborough Repertory. Since 1998 he has also taught drama to children in the Children’s Theatre here in Blenheim. Some of his pupils are still involved in theatre as adults; some have gone on to national and international careers. His contribution to theatre
has been recognised through his award as a Member of the Order of New Zealand. Duncan Whiting is one of Marlborough’s Living Treasures. His advice for ageing positively is typically theatrical; “live your character well and fully, right till the final curtain!”
Marlborough Repertory Society
They have a 115 seat theatre which hosts a range of performing arts activities each year.
Phone: 03 520 7400 Fax: 03 520 7496 Email: mdc@marlborough.govt.nz www.marlborough.govt.nz
If you would like to become involved or know more contact Ph: 578 3444.