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NZ champion Blenheim’s John Derry does it again

By Bill McElhinney Five-time New Zealand jet boating marathon champion John Derry, from Blenheim, has done it again.

John, his navigator Nick Smith from Christchurch, and his Blenheim crew chief mechanic Matt Ryan, have just finished a gruelling week of racing on the toughest rivers in the country and emerged the winners.

It is John’s sixth New Zealand marathon win, and he is also a two-time world champion.

The jet boats navigated the challenging waterways around the South Island, hitting eye-watering top speeds of 225kmh at times. Competitors say you need nerves of steel and total mechanical reliability to succeed in the challenging and action packed sport.

John Derry and Nick Smith head downstream at the Albert Town Bridge on the Clutha River.

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Marathon champion Continued from page 1 This year’s marathon attracted 45 drivers from New Zealand, Mexico, Canada and the United States and was held on the Waimakariri, Waiau, Rakaia, Waitaki, Matukituki, Clutha, Dart and Kawarau/Shotover rivers.

“The smaller, tighter rivers, like the Matukituki and the Dart Rivers, are where drivers are really challenged,” John says, “especially when you’re driving a bigger boat like ours.

“It’s a race of attrition, really. If you’re there at the start and there at the finish line, you might not have the fastest boat, but it’s all about finishing every leg.”

The race was marred on the second day when Duayne Insley from Glenorchy, known to his friends as Dweeb, was killed in an accident on the Waimakariri River.

Duayne was the navigator of the boat that crashed on the upstream leg of the

race, which was cancelled shortly after the incident. The boat’s driver, Dwayne Terry, escaped without injury.

“Despite us all knowing the dangers of competitive motorsport it is never easy to deal with the reality of an accident that takes away one of our family or friends,” says John, who is also the Jet Boating Association president and the race organiser.

“It was really hard to deal with as I knew Duayne well. I had to help remove the body after the accident and inform family and friends. At one stage I could easily have pulled out of the whole event.

“It was tough at the end, too. We had the prizegiving on Saturday and on Sunday I went to Duayne’s funeral.”

Six of the competing boats, including John’s have helicopter engines. John’s boat is powered by a Seasprite helicopter General Electric turboshaft engine.

John Derry and Nick Smith.

Youngsters go blue for diabetes

By Cathie Bell Bohally Intermediate School is turning blue today, as two students work to raise awareness about diabetes.

Georgie Armstrong and Lexi Pottinger have organised a mufti day for fellow students to educate them about Type 1 diabetes, which both girls have.

Students who show up to school wearing ‘blue’ clothes can donate a gold coin to make up for being out of uniform, and the girls say the funds are going to Marlborough Youth Diabetes Trust and Searching for a Cure in Dunedin.

Blue is the colour for diabetes awareness, and it is diabetes action month next month.

Georgie who is year seven and Lexi who is year eight are hoping their fellow students will be enthusiastic about the mufti day.

Teacher Carly Barnes says the

students know diabetes affects students at their school.

Lexi was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes last Christmas, and Georgie was 18 months old when she was diagnosed.

They say sometimes it affects them at school, and if their blood sugar is high or low, they can have difficulty concentrating and get frustrated.

Carly says they are both good at self-managing.

They know a lot about complex carbohydrates and glucose, things classmates are just learning about now, she says.

Lexi says that at the beginning of the year, classmates ‘had ideas’ about what she could eat, but often they were wrong.

“You can eat things, but you need to manage it,” she says.

“You can just look at something and know you’re not going to have it because it sets you off.”

Georgie Armstrong and Lexi Pottinger are getting Bohally Intermediate to go blue for diabetes awareness.

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Friday October 27, 2017

Flame marks sport hopes

By Cathie Bell About 100 Special Olympics athletes marched through Blenheim this week, helping five police officers carry the flame that is touring the country on the way to Wellington for next month’s national games.

The march started at the Blenheim police station on Main Street and walked down Market Street, along Alfred Street, past Seymour Square, and then back along Queen Street.

Many of the athletes were wearing their new maroon uniforms in readiness to compete at the national sports event in Wellington at the end of next month.

Among the athletes was distance runner Dale Smit, who carried the flame for the World Summer Games in Los Angeles two years ago.

He was in one of the teams that took the flame from Sacramento in California to the border with Mexico and back, his mother Diana Smit says.

Wednesday’s walk through town was part of the Law Enforcement Torch Run, which will see torches relayed from each end of the country to Wellington, where the Special Olympics National Summer Games will be held.

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One in four is southern The South Island has a population of 1.1 million people, 23 per cent of total New Zealand population, and grew at 1.8 per cent in the past year, Statistics NZ says.

Popping up in Auckland Marlborough-based Paper Rain Project’s art, streetwear and causes are popping up in Auckland, with the business opening its first Auckland pop up store in Ponsonby from Monday to November 12.

Wills and Indigo Rowe still work out of a small shed in a Marlborough cherry orchard and a small shop in Picton.

Special Olympics athletes carry the torch through Blenheim.

Warning on poachers

Police detective senior sergeant Ciaran Sloan watches athlete Dale Smit hold the Special Olympics torch as it goes through Blenheim.

Road safety study needed: school

By Cathie Bell The roads outside Bohally Intermediate and Marlborough Girls’ College are ‘congested’ and can get ‘quite crazy’, Bohally principal Shane Campbell says.

He welcomes a decision by Marlborough District councillors to fund a road safety study along McLauchlan and Nelson Streets, where high numbers of school students crossing the road interfere with heavy traffic volumes, putting students at risk.

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Nelson Street is also State Highway Six, part of the alternate route from Picton to Christchurch for trucks, as State Highway One is closed because of the Kaikoura earthquake.

Shane says McLauchlan Street is a very busy street, particularly with Bohally’s increasing roll.

“Particularly on wet days, it is probably one of the busiest streets in Blenheim, and there is limited parking.

“When our students connect

with the students leaving the girls’ college, it can get quite congested. With all the cars, it can get quite crazy.”

He says he is not sure what the solution can be, but it will be interesting to see some options.

Bohally’s school roll has grown from 400 to 470 students this year, and in a couple of years, it is projected to reach 580 students, Shane says.

“There are some really big cohorts coming through.”

He says the new subdivision with 290 houses going in north of Old Renwick Road, about 700 metres from the school, will have an effect on traffic.

There could be new families going in there too, he says, so ‘new students we don’t know about, potentially coming to the school’.

“It’s a challenge, but a fun challenge.”

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A significant increase in the number of illegal seafood sales via social media has prompted the Ministry for Primary Industries to warn those offending that they will face penalties for violating the Fisheries Act. MPI Fisheries Compliance Manager Greg Keys says it’s likely that most people who are posting about seafood for sale know that their actions are illegal.

“Both buying and selling recreationally caught seafood, as well as swapping it, is against the law.

These are offences against the Fisheries Act and can result in fines of up to $250,000.”

“We encourage people to report poaching or illegal activity to call 0800 4 POACHER (0800 47 62 24) or email: poacher@mpi.govt.nz

Clarification Long-serving Blenheim Probus Club member David Brown was vicepresident in 2009 and was elected president in 2010 and again in 2011, becoming the only person serving two years as president in the history of the club.

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Business inbrief

Master’s degree on offer Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology is to offer a Master of Applied Management degree from February next year, its first-ever Master’s degree.

Aimed at local business managers and owners, there is a choice of elective courses.

Vodafone shifts Blenheim’s Vodafone store is moving from Market Street to a larger store in the building on the corner of Queen Street and Arthur Street.

Renovation move Summit Real Estate has moved its offices across the road while its Alfred Street base is renovated.

The firm is now based at 23 Alfred Street in a temporary home while it renovates.

Name change with new owner Top Town Cinemas is now Event Cinemas Marlborough after the ownership change to international chain Event.

Architect returns ‘home’

By Celeste Alexander An architectural designer who was raised in Marlborough has returned ‘home’ and established a new business.

Jason Anderson and his wife Paige, both of Blenheim, run their Anderson Architectural Design business from home, specialising in new builds.

They have come from Nelson where Jason was working as an in-house designer for Signature Homes, working on a variety of projects from custom designs through to larger expansive projects.

“All the projects ranged from $400,000 through to five million. I would say 70 percent of my work was around the million dollar mark for the build,” he says.

One of his most recent projects was a house build over 1000 square metres.

“The clients had heard of my work and came to me. They said they had no budget and told me to design my dream house for their site.

“So I did,” he says. “It has a 10m by 10m movie theatre.... the works!

“It’s currently under construction in Nelson and I’m looking forward to seeing the finished product.”

The couple have only been here three weeks but are already working with two building companies and are looking forward to doing more work for clients wanting to design their own homes.

“For me it’s about working with the client, giving the right advice and guiding them along.

Jason Anderson has returned to Marlborough and established his new business Anderson Architectural Design.

“Once the build is underway the contact doesn’t stop... I like to see the finished project and end up forming friendships along the way,” he says.

One point of difference for Anderson Architectural Design is a new programme

which allows clients to virtually walk through their house from home.

“They download a file and walk through the design on their iPhone or computer. It’s a brand new tool and it’s incredible,” he says.

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By Celeste Alexander Harnessing the power of the sun through technology has advanced over the past couple of decades and it’s now becoming more and more common to find homes throughout Marlborough with solar panels installed.

Blenheim retirees Brian and Miriam McNamara are among those who are powering their homes with solar energy and even though it’s only been a month since installation, they are ‘totally satisfied’ with the results.

They were inspired by friends who have also installed solar panels as well as their own interest in ‘alternative energy’.

“As Quakers we are always interested in alternative plus we have friends with solar including a farmer in Takaka who has had it for a number of years.

“We began looking online and found some firms all offering deals.

“It just so happened that I was having a conversation with a family member of Mark Unwin who owns iGenerate Affordable Solar so we began looking further into it.

“We liked the fact igenerate was local, which means if we have any issues Mark was close by to help.

“That was a really strong feature for us,” they say.

Being price conscious, Brian compared the prices between all the companies they were considering and found them to be very similar, sealing their decision to go with iGenerate.

Brian and Miriam purchased a five-panel array which provides a 1.4 kilowatt per hour output.

Miriam and Brian McNamara are happy with their decision to install solar panels on their Blenheim home.

They says it’s currently delivering eight units of power a day which he says is more than they consume.

“We are selling power back to the grid,” he says.

“For example last Thursday the solar panels generated 8.71 units of power, we used 7.98 and sold 0.70 back to the grid.

“This will increase as summer comes, so we just need to figure out what do do with all the power we generate,” he says.

Making this process easy is the storage battery they won as part of a sign-up promotion held by iGenerate.

“Our battery stores 1.2kw which means that once the solar panels stop producing power, we still have some stored,” Brian

says.

The process from sign up to installation and after-sale service has been ‘easy’ for Brian and Miriam.

“Dealing with the lines company, electricians and roofers... it’s all part of the service.

“Mark took the worry out of it all.

“We also have an App on our computer which provides reports, shows daily consumption and is easy to use.

“It’s made us more aware of our power consumption,” Miriam says. iGenerate offers both commercial and residential solutions, as well as finance options for those who cannot afford the upfront costs. PBA

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He korero no te Kaunihera o Wairau NEWS FROM THE MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT COUNCIL

Just click for info on high-threat pest plants

The extent of Chilean needle grass is graphically illustrated as part of a new Smart Map created by the Marlborough District Council. Click on the Council website www.arcg. is/1frvDG to see the sites where this threatening weed has been found, and learn more about the many other species targeted by Council.

The new Smart Map displays Councilheld data about the extent of the region’s pest plants, along with accompanying information about the plants, the risks they pose and what to do about them.

Whether you’re a landowner in the outer Sounds looking out for White-edged Nightshade or you’re on a property up the Wairau Valley where Kangaroo Grass is one to watch out for, it’s easy to find out where these plants are and what your obligation could be under the rules in the Marlborough Regional Pest Management Strategy.

Council’s Smart Maps provide fast and easy access to all the information and the maps can be viewed on a smartphone, tablet, laptop or PC.

Getting youngsters legal on our roads

Students on the Learner Licence course with driving instructor and tutor Mike McCann, and Supporting Families Administrator Nikki Hinkley.

Mayor John Leggett dropped in to offer words of encouragement to the latest group of teens to go through the Learner Licence Course, supported by Council.

Teens are referred to the course as an opportunity to get some proper driving instruction and encouragement through the testing process. It means they’re not driving illegally, they learn driving skills and they get a better grasp of the road rules.

Mr Leggett says it’s a practical programme to give teens a very useful life skill.

“There’s no doubt that having a driver’s licence gives young people a better shot at getting a job and it’s in everyone’s best interests that they’re

taught proper driving skills from the outset,” he said.

“If they’re caught driving dangerously without a licence then they’re on the path towards the courts - and that’s the wrong path for any youngster to be taking,” the Mayor said.

“Passing the test can be a real boost to the confidence and sense of achievement for the teens, as well as making the roads that little bit safer for the rest of us,” he said.

Council helps to fund the learner driver courses, with testing costs met by the student and other support services.

Fifty three teens have already gone through the training this year, with a 98% pass rate.

Boil water notice - Awatere and Seddon Water from Council’s reticulation system in Seddon and the Awatere should be boiled. It does not currently meet the NZ Drinking Water Standard and may contain bacteria or protozoa that are harmful to human health.

Treated water is available at the public tap on the corner of Marama

Road and Foster Street.

A new Seddon water treatment plant is scheduled for construction this year and will supply treated water to the NZ Drinking Water Standard.

For further information contact our Customer Service Centre Ph: 03 520 7400.

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Earthquake research from New Zealand and beyond

It’s one year since the Kaikoura earthquake.

Come along and find out more about the latest earthquake research from New Zealand and overseas.

Five scientists from New Zealand, the US and Italy will discuss: • the Kaikoura earthquake • the Hikurangi subduction zone • the South Island Alpine Fault • recent Italian earthquakes; and

• earthquake hazards in Southern California.

There will be an opportunity for questions.

• Public information evening, Tuesday 14 November 7.00pm – 8.30pm • Marlborough Convention Centre, Blenheim Brought to you by GNS Science, EQC and Marlborough Civil Defence and Emergency Management.

For further information call Kate Clark, GNS Science on 04 570 4530; email k.clark@gns.cri.nz

Council services on Marlborough Anniversary Weekend Council Offices Marlborough District Council’s Blenheim and Picton offices will be closed on Marlborough Anniversary Day - Monday 30 October 2017.

Rubbish bag and recycling crate collection and transfer station hours: There will be no kerbside collection on Marlborough Anniversary Day. The Blenheim kerbside collection scheduled for Marlborough Anniversary Day Monday 30 October will take place on Tuesday 31 October.

Picton’s kerbside collection on Tuesday 31 October will not be affected.

The following refuse transfer stations will be open on Marlborough Anniversary Day: • Blenheim 7.30am to 5.00pm • Picton 8.00am to 4.00pm • Havelock 8.00am to 2.00pm Rai Valley, Seddon and Wairau Valley closed The Resource Recovery Centre and Greenwaste Acceptance Facility will be open between 7.30am and 5.00pm on Marlborough Anniversary Day.

Marlborough Regional Landfill will open from 7.30am to 12.00pm (noon) on Marlborough Anniversary Day. Marlborough District Libraries Marlborough District Library Open Saturday 28 October 10.00 am to 4.00 pm and Sunday 29 October 1.00 pm to 4.00 pm.

Closed Marlborough Anniversary Day. Picton Library Open Saturday 28 October 10.00am to 1.00pm and Sunday 29 October 1.30pm to 4.30pm.

Closed Marlborough Anniversary Day. Transfer Stations Transfer station hours over the holiday period are listed on the Council website www.marlborough. govt.nz/services/refuse/transfer-stations or Ph. 03 520 7400 anytime.

Bus Services Passengers are advised that normal services will operate on Saturday 28 October but the service will not operate on Anniversary Day.

Run your tap each morning Many water sources used for public water supplies in New Zealand are plumbosolvent. This means that the water is slightly acidic and can dissolve metals such as lead and copper out of brass fittings, if the tap has not been used for a period of time.

Council’s water supplies for Blenheim, Picton, Renwick, Havelock and Wairau Valley are plumbosolvent.

The Ministry of Health requires the following notice to be printed six monthly to advise consumers of this:

Ministry of Health – Public Notice Some plumbing fittings have the potential to allow minute traces of metals to accumulate in water standing in the fittings for several hours.

Although the health risk is small, the Ministry of Health recommends that you flush a mug full of water from your drinking water tap each morning before use to remove any metals that may have dissolved from the plumbing fittings.

We recommend this simple precaution for all households, including those on public and private water supplies.

Ageing Positively - Betty Boyce: pillar of Renwick Betty Boyce is a long-time resident of Renwick who has contributed much to that community by giving her time and energy for the benefit of others.

A stalwart of the RSA Women’s Section for almost half a century, Betty has been active at poppy day sales and general fundraising. Refreshments for ANZAC Day services and catering for RSA funerals are a forte of hers. She was section president for 34 years.

For the last 15 years or so she has been one of those responsible for preparing for ANZAC Day by placing a poppy and rosemary spray on each RSA grave at the Upper Wairau Cemetery and also, until recently, the Kaituna Cemetery.

Betty has also given more than three decades of service to running the Renwick Community

Street Address: Phone: 03 520 7400 15 Seymour Street Fax: 03 520 7496 Email: mdc@marlborough.govt.nz Blenheim 7201 New Zealand

Memorial Hall as a committee member, fundraiser, bookings manager and key holder.

She was also custodian of the old RSA Hall which once stood where Renwick’s war memorial is today.

Betty is a good friend to many of older residents, transporting people for appointments, visiting and delivering baking to families celebrating births or facing bereavement and, over many years, she has made an immeasurable contribution to the sense of community enjoyed by everyone who lives in Renwick.

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Friday October 27, 2017

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The Sun Holiday motoring tip Time now to jack up and check the boat, caravan, trailer bearings as our highway has little room for lost wheels.

Save the hassle and holiday woes.

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The Sound Of Music Wonderful singing.

What beautiful voices they had. Great.

The traffic move on!

Went for our monthly mountain fresh water collection drive to find even the Wash Bridge will soon be within the grasp of the purple fruit vine plants and spray run off.

Will it ever stop, no wonder they are trying to make us pay for water, its all the additives we are being charged for.

Now they try to blame climate change for health problems.

Yeah right. Another sip sir?

Wrecked sign Would the, possibly drunk, morons who have wrecked the road sign on the corner of Moran Street and Scott Street for the second time, like to go into the Marlborough District Council and pay for its replacement?

Spring Creek roundabout No point carrying on now about the money and what you think should have happened with the roundabout.

It is working quite well apart from the occasional truck that’s too long to get round it, but we all need a bit more comedy in our lives, don’t we?

Colleges Reading the options for the proposed new college makes interesting reading.

The proposal by Mr Basham is logical.

Unfortunately the powers that be are not known for their logic.

Including the government education department.

New bar at Biddy Kate’s What a great place.

Beautifully laid out.

Fantastic food and the service is top notch.

Just what we needed in Blenheim.

Well done guys.

You are lifting the bar!

State Highway 63 Great widening so far at the start of SH63 at Renwick.

But I do hope foliage at Brydon & Alma Street corners is going to be cut back to boundaries.

Visibility is very poor.

A disaster waiting to happen!

Kind deed Scam cellphone calls The scammers continue to try to hit people in Marlborough.

Yesterday I got a cellphone call, apparently from Britain, but no, it’s another Nigerian scam.

The prefix 0044-70 is not from Britain, it’s a sign of scam callers - so don’t ring it back, that’s how they make their money.

Donate to a good cause One of the lovely ladies at Redwood Countdown is shaving her head and the store is donating all the money to the childrens hospitals throughout New Zealand.

Good job Redwoodtown Countdown.

To the lovely lady who delivered our foxy to the vet on Monday 23rd.

Our grateful thanks.

Hoping to catch up.

Balloon day Extremely disappointed that Marlborough Girls College senior management have decided to cancel balloon day for the year 13 students!

Ruining one of the things that the students look forward to in their final year at school.

Another tradition ruined as PC gone mad!

Very sad.

Are they going to go to every 5yr old birthday and take their balloons as well ?

New government If Jacinda is going to be standing next to Trump at the World Summit meeting l hope her body guards are close by.

Finally a government that listens to and values the people!

Our New Minority “Government”...To all those caring, disappointed New Zealanders, rest assured that Winston’s decision to go back on his word, again (by not going with the majority party vote) means the Winston First, sorry, NZ First Party will no longer be in parliament after the next General or Special Election.

Regardless, we should thank Winston for his one achievement while in politics, the Gold Card & wish him well in retirement in 2020.

txt talk of the week Shops shut Went to Blenheim on Saturday.

Tourist town so why are most of the shops shut?

If it’s a winery area and trying to promote Blenheim the town needs to be proactive.

It is a lovely place.

Bus shelter $40,000 to a Christchurch architect to design a bus shelter with a hole in the roof.

Great show of supporting local business Marlborough District Council.

I doubt a local business would have put their reputation on the line for such gross stupidity at an unwarranted cost to us!

To all the old fools who voted for a change of government.

Now there is no pension increase on 1 April 2018.

No moaning from you all when prices increase due to increases in the minimum wage.

One of New Zealand largest companies in trouble.

Seem to remember a bank with the same problem at the time when there was a change of government.

It was bailed out to the tune of $600 million then sold off to our friendly neighbour across the Tasman for $300 million.

Well done New Zealand.

Perhaps history repeating?

Would people please stop scare mongering re new government.

It could be much better for all.

Give these people a fair go please.

Armed services Thanks to the armed services for enjoyable week seeing the big planes flying it brings back memories when we used to have them flying about.

What a great bunch of guys and girls from all over.

We have had a week with the army next door and found them all polite, courteous and friendly.

They were quiet in the mornings, shame about the drones at 6.15am in the weekends but hey, can’t win them all.

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Friday October 27, 2017

What better way to spend a sunny Spring afternoon than splashing in the Seymour Square fountain? Ava-Rose Tautari and friends Deaken and Tyrese Puru were having fun together when a Sun photographer went past on a sunny afternoon.

Gary Coburn, Graham Low and Kerry Johnson, Picton Rail and Sail volunteers. Gary and Kerry were awarded life membership at the 50 year celebrations on Saturday.

Volunteers honoured

By Bill McElhinney Two long-serving members of the Picton Society of Model Engineers were honoured with life membership at the Picton Rail and Sail 50 year celebrations on Saturday.

Gary Coburn and Kerry Johnson are two of the many volunteers that keep the popular model railroad and yacht pond on the Picton Foreshore going.

“Gary was our first president,” says current president Graham Low. “Gary and a band of like-minded people began the first layout of the train track and the excavation of the pond for the model boats.

“They did fundraising and landscaping, including getting the very large rocks you see Around the track in place.

“It is fitting that Gary is recognised for his foresight in leading the team which created the layout we have here today,” Graham says.

“Kerry has been a volunteer for 14 years

and when we look around the area we can see the many things that have his fingerprints on them.

“He was responsible for refurbishing the pool a few years ago and extending the fence,” Graham says.

“If the pool is dirty or needs repainting – see Kerry! If there are any problems with the filtration plant – see Kerry. He and his band of helpers will put things right.

“Kerry was also responsible for making and installing the new sleepers for the train tracks, a testament to his organisational and carpentry skills.”

The 50th birthday celebrations on Saturday kicked off what is expected to be another busy summer season for Picton Rail and Sail.

“The contribution from our volunteers like Gary and Kerry has been huge,” says Graham. “But we are always on the lookout for more people to come and help.”

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Scholarship for Outward Bound available TvA are once again offering an Outward Bound Scholarship.

The scholarship is for one lucky person to go on an eight-day Discovery course in May 2018.

In keeping with their philosophy of giving back to their community, the directors are very proud to be partnering with Outward Bound.

“We are great admirers of Outward Bound, and the courses they offer,” TvA director Louise Pope says.

Are you aged between 27-35 and need to refocus your goals and challenge yourself?

Then this could be for you.

About the course.

Take time out from family, work and

technology with the eight-day Discovery course.

Spend time rediscovering yourself and your values, challenging ingrained limitations of what is possible.

Armed with a new understanding of self, you’ll then focus on your personal goals.

Discovery is a compact Outward-Bound experience.

If this sounds like you, and you have a passion for Marlborough and its community, please apply today by phoning or emailing TvA for an application form or go to their website www.tva.co.nz.

Applications close on Wednesday, December 20 and the lucky winner will be notified

by February 28, 2018.

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Friday October 27, 2017

Kids enjoy Kapa Haka

By Bill McElhinney Children from the Blenheim Active Explorers (formerly Leaps and Bounds) day care centre enjoyed taking part in the Taiopenga Schools Kapa Haka Festival on Tuesday.

“They did really well, and you can’t overlook the cute factor,” centre staff member Sarah Tredinnick says.

Marlborough’s annual Maori performing arts festival began in the 1980s and is Kapa Haka participants from Active Explorers day care centre, with staff members Katy Whiting, growing each year. front, Karen Whitteker-Edgar and Sarah Tredinnick.

It was held on Tuesday and Wednesday at the Clubs of Marlborough.

“It’s the culmination of weeks of hard work and rehearsals for the children and their teachers,’ Sarah says.

“There’s no competition involved, it’s all about taking part.”

The festival is one of participation and enjoyment and is an opportunity to celebrate New Zealand’s rich Maori cultural heritage. It also boosts language learning for the youngsters who take part.

Speaker will tell how she beat addictions

By Bill McElhinney The Blenheim inter-denominational church group Christian Women Communicating has joined with SHE Connects, a nondenominational ministry run by women from several churches across Blenheim, to bring a special guest speaker to Blenheim next week.

Sherry Boyd, from Tauranga, is a wife and mum of two adult children.

“Sherry had a rough start to life,” one of the Blenheim organisers, Ruth Newman, says.

“She comes from a background of addiction, alcoholism and pregnancy outside marriage.

“Her rough start may come as a shock to some, but her story of overcoming addiction and turning her life around is inspiring and can show people there is a better way.

“The shrinking Christian Women Communicating committee has joined together

with the local group SHE Connects to make the meeting happen,” Ruth says.

“I think our community demonstrates unity amongst different church groupings really well and this is an example of a gathering for women of all backgrounds.

“This is an opportunity for all women in Marlborough to come together to hear Sherry.

“The evening is promoted and supported by local churches. We are all working together,” Ruth says.

“Sherry will share her powerful story about how her life was dramatically changed. Her title, ‘Every Wall Must Come Down’, comes from asking about the barriers we face living life every day.”

Sherry will share her story at the Blenheim Baptist Community Church in High Street on Emma Barnett with baby Taya, Suzanne Hatch, Ruth Newman and Ann Cook are Wednesday at 7.30pm. helping to organise Sherry Boyd’s visit to Blenheim next week.

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We are passionate about making wine the world loves, which is why we are the leading exporter of New Zealand wines to North America, and our wines are enjoyed in more than 60 countries around the globe.

We are looking for a few cadets in Marlborough and Hawke’s Bay to join us in our wineries and vineyards.

• One-year programme with six months in vineyards and six months in a winery • Many of our cadets gain full-time employment near the end of the cadetship • January start date • 40 hours per week, but more hours might be required during vintage season We operate vineyards throughout Marlborough and have wineries in Rapaura and Riverlands, which all produce awardwinning wines.

Our Rapaura winery is home to our expanding Sauvignon Blanc operations,

and Riverlands is home to our luxury Pinot Noir programme.

Key responsibilities • Contributing to a safety culture, looking out for yourself and team • Routine cellar duties from barrel work to wine transfers • Routine vineyard duties from mowing and leaf plucking to spraying the vines • Harvest operations

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Springlands School Gala Saturday 4th November • 10am - 2pm

Taliah Stephens on the climbing wall last year.

Kapa Haka performances will be held during the day.

It’s gala time Springlands School is hosting its annual and highly-anticipated school gala next weekend, and with loads of fun and entertainment lined up, it’s shaping up to be another successful year.

The Springlands School Gala is set for next Saturday, November 4 from 10am - 2pm. This is a great family event and the school’s biggest fundraiser, bringing in an average of $30,000 each year.

Money raised this year will be used to update IT in the classrooms, a valuable tool used by all students and staff.

The committee behind this event is the ‘Families of Springlands School’ (FOSS) who have put together a fantastic lineup of stalls, entertainment, food and activities.

Co-chairperson of FOSS, Emma Sell says there’s plenty to be excited about.

“There will be something for everyone to enjoy. Take your family along and have lunch, the kids can enjoy the activities and stalls and mum and dad can relax... even have a massage

PROUD to support the

if they like,” she says.

There are 35 stalls with everything from plants through to crazy hair and nails, lucky dip and ginger bread decorating. People can also book in with Kate Harper from Body Restore for a massage on the day.

“Something for everyone to enjoy.

Take your family along and enjoy the activities and stalls.”

There will be a mouth-watering array of food stalls serving up pulled pork buns, lamb buns, beef burgers, a sausage sizzle and hot chips, as well as sweet treats and baking.

In the hall will be the White Elephant stall selling books and clothing.

A number of sideshows will also be set up with chocolate toss, sloshen, needle in a haystack and a sandpit dig for youngsters with some great prizes up for grabs.

Out on the field you can find bouncy castles, pony rides and trailer rides.

“We will also have the climbing wall again which was a big hit last year,” Emma says. “Plus we have the exciting new addition of laser tag which will be held at McKendry Park behind the field, among the trees.”

No gala would be complete without a silent auction with items for people to place bids on.

“We have been incredibly lucky to have been donated some amazing prizes from local businesses. There are beauty and massage vouchers, a girl’s bike from Spokesman Cycles Marlborough, an Arbour restaurant voucher for $100, a Bike Fit voucher, cafe vouchers and a boogie board from urban surf shop Crew.

“A big thank you to all the businesses who have donated.

“Make sure you come along to the gala, support the auction and win yourself some of these items,” Emma says.

Entry into the gala is free. All stalls will be cash only, but there will be an Eftpos machine at the school’s office.

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Emily Preece has her face painted by a volunteer last year.

The Springlands School choir will be part of the gala's entertainment.

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- weekend event guide Friday 27 Blenheim Library Book Sale This Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Good quality used books including adult books, hardbacks, paperbacks and children’s books, great value. From 50 cents to $4. Open Library hours.

Friday Knockout Pool Tournament Open to anybody except 1st division players. Come along learn the rules, some tactics, and maybe even improve your play. Limited to 16 people on a first come basis. Every Friday night at 7pm Clubs of Marlborough.

Marlborough Women’s Club Friday’s at 2pm, 108 High Street, Blenheim. A variety of programmes throughout the year, Mah Jong, music, gardening, crafts and a monthly speaker. Women of all ages welcome. For further information phone Catherine 9293299. This Friday is Club Function- History of Marlborough Women’s Club.

Hot Art in Havelock The Gallery Havelock, open 10am-4pm, seven days a week. Enjoy browsing some of the excellent art on show from talented local artists. Come and have a look in the friendly little gallery at 60 Main Road, Havelock.

The Diversion Gallery Open Fridays and Saturdays only for winter, 11am-4pm. 10 London Quay, Picton.

Phone 5737376 or 0274408121 or www. thediversion.co.nz.

Marlborough Golf Club Half price green-fees after 4pm every day! 74 Paynters Road. www.marlboroughgolf.co.nz.

The Edwin Fox Ship Visitor Centre open every day from 9am, a great all weather and family friendly activity. Come and explore the decks and the depths of the ship. Dunbar Wharf, on Picton Foreshore. For more information call Karen 5736868.

Heritage and Whaling Museum Picton has a collection of 2000 items of Maori, whaling, maritime, heritage and textile displays. 10am-4pm daily, 9 London Quay. Phone 573 8283.

Marlborough Museum Peach Eaton, Embroidered Portraits and Kiwiana Exhibition. On until October 29, open 10am–4pm daily. Brayshaw Heritage Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place. Phone 578-1712.

If you have an event email Susan at The Sun office@blenheimsun.co.nz

Yealands Estate Marlborough Gallery Lorna Clarke and Friends featuring a collection of work over the years, on until November 5. Open 10.30am-4.30pm daily, Marlborough Arts Society, 204 High Street, Blenheim.

Detour Gallery Shaken Earth, featuring Kaikoura and Marlborough art inspired by the Kaikoura earthquake. On until November 23. Wednesday to Monday 11am-5pm weekdays and 11am-3pm Weekends. 67 Market Street.

Millennium Public Art Gallery Exhibitions on display include Nicolas Dillion Observing Nature The Touring Version and also Shades of Nature, a fundraising exhibition featuring works from seven artists. On until December 3, Corner of Seymour Street and Alfred Street, Blenheim, koha appreciated.

Saturday 28 Havelock Lions Market Plants, clothing, preserves, furniture, crafts and more. 9am-1pm, outside the Havelock Town Hall, Main Road, Havelock. Sites available. Phone Ian 5742558.

Isla Grant In Concert Scotland’s legendary singer songwriter Isla Grant returns to New Zealand with new songs and an extensive repertoire of most loved music. 4pm all ages welcome, $80. ASB Theatre Marlborough, 2 Hutcheson Street.

Halloween Salsa Party Come and enjoy an evening of dancing. Dress in costume with prizes for best male, female and couple. Entry $5, BYO, all ages are welcome. 8pm, Harlequins Rugby Club, Lansdowne Park.

Maungatapu New Zealand’s most infamous case of bush-ranging, this story has it all, R16.

7.30-9pm, $20. Picton Little Theatre, 9 Dublin Street, Picton. Tickets from Take Note, 28 High Street, Picton or Alyssums, 15 Queen Street, Blenheim.

Marlborough Artisan Market Highlighting the best of Marlborough’s art, craft, food and produce. Pop on down every Saturday. 9am-1pm, Wynen Street car park. Wet weather venue is the Alfred Street Car Park.

EcoWorld EcoWorld Aquarium & Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre, Picton Foreshore. Saturday & Sunday 9.30am-5.30pm.

Redwood Market 8.30am-12pm, Redwood Tavern car park.

Plants, produce, cards, jewellery, flowers and hand crafts. Site fees donated to charity. Contact Alison 578 5109.

Round’A’Mini Golf Picton Picton Foreshore, 9am Saturday and Sunday.

Blenheim Rotary Car Boot Sale Every Saturday 8am–12.30pm at the Railway Station car park, Grove Road. Club meets Mondays at Clubs of Marlborough.

Phone Andy 578 2272 or 021 842 928.

Vintage Farm Machinery 10am-3pm, open every day. Brayshaw Park guided tours available, on Sunday Thomas Tank Engine rides are available.

Phone Doris 579 4357.

Blenheim Menz Shed 4 Dillons Point Road. Open 9am-12pm Saturday and 1-4pm on Monday and Thursday. Building relationships and sharing skills. We welcome new members of all ages. Phone Trevor 570 5064.

Picton Men’s Shed “Where men can do what men do best” 9am-12pm and Wednesday 9am-4pm.

Phone Rex Green 021 469 191 or Kerry Eagar 021 888 423 for more information.

5km Taylor River Fun Run Free timed 5km run along the Taylor River, meet at the Amphitheatre, corner of High and Symons Streets, 8am every Saturday. To register anyone of any age go to www.parkrun.co.nz/blenheim.

Brooklyn Croquet Club Whitehead Park off Brooklyn Drive. Play days are Saturday, Tuesday and Thursday at 1pm. Come and have a go. Phone Dale 578 4427.

Sunday 29 Marlborough Vintage and Farm Machinery Open Day An array of displays throughout Brayshaw Heritage Park,10am-3.30pm, food and drink available, gold coin donation.

Marlborough Museum, Brayshaw Heritage Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place.

Vintage Diesel Engine Run Come and view a Vintage Diesel Engine running at Murphy’s Road Sub-Station, corner of Old Renwick and Murphy’s Road.

1-3pm, gold coin donation, all welcome.

Blenheim Country Music Club Club day, 2-5pm, $3, with afternoon tea provided. All welcome. Redwoodtown School Hall, 90 Cleghorn Street. Phone Kathy 5779659 or Brian 5736556.

Chess Joocy Loocy Café, 4 John Street, 10am-1pm.

Please bring your own board and pieces.

Marlborough Farmers’ Market Every Sunday, 9am-noon at the A&P Showgrounds. Grab yourself a delicious brunch, lots on offer.

Blenheim Riverside Railway

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

Train Departs from Brayshaw Park as follows; 1.15pm and 3.00pm to Omaka and return, 1.45pm to Beaver Station, Riverside Park, central Blenheim and return. Adults $10 Child $5 (Omaka $6 & $3). Cash only.

Picton Rail & Sail Open (subject to weather) Sundays, public holidays & everyday during school holidays. For further information contact Graham Low 573 6356 or Russell Mathews 573 8553.

Marlborough Golf Club – Community Golf Sunday afternoon play 18 holes $15 or 9 holes $10. Must be a Marlborough resident. 74 Paynters Road. www.marlboroughgolf.co.nz.

Tramping Club We go on tramps Wednesday and Sunday, please confirm for travel. Phone Mary 572 8762.

Ulysses Club Ride 1pm, social ride to Jolly Rodger at Waikawa. Departure from the south end of the Blenheim Railway Station.

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

Petanque 10am Sunday and 1pm Wednesday, 65A Weld Street. Phone Russell 579 1952.

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

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

Picton Table Tennis Meets at the Picton Little Theatre every Sunday and Tuesday, Dublin Street, 10am-noon. $3 bats, tea/coffee supplied.

Adults only. Phone Ernie 0275 888 453 for more information.

Blenheim Roller Skating Club College Park, Stephenson Street. Every Sunday 1-3pm. $5 for hire of skates or $2 if you have your own. Come have a go, all ages and skill levels welcome.

Kapa haka Every Sunday at Tuamarina Hall. 1-3pm.

All welcome.

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Hans Neilson Partnership Development & Events Manager, Chamber of Commerce

Q A Q A Q A

My ideal day is spent....

In jandals, with family and friends, BBQing something.

One of my best holidays was...

Bridget surprised me, I was told when and where to show up, she did the rest.

One thing on my bucket list is....

Find a house to rent in Blenheim!

Q A Q A Q A

If I could, I would....

Travel back to 1976; attend “The Last Waltz” concert in person! The Band, Eric Clapton, Van Morrison, Bob Dylan, Neil Young, etc. legends at their peak!

What’s your favourite meal?

Nothing healthy! Pizza is a good friend of mine.

My guilty TV pleasure is .....

Easy! Game of Thrones!

Q A Q A Q A

My parents used to say...

Hans – stop jumping on the furniture…

The keys to happiness are...

Challenge yourself, get out of your comfort zone, and surround yourself with good positive people.

Who would you love to share a meal with and why?

My future self; we can talk lotto numbers!

GARDENING

THIS WEEK WITH WALLY RICHARDS

Dealing with weeds

Seaview Home activities coordinator Stephanie Hanham with Miriam Sullivan and her daughter Marie Bowden, who has made a colourful quilt for every resident at the Home.

Marie’s quilts made with love: There’s a hug in every one

By Bill McElhinney Picton woman Marie Bowden has finally finished a labour of love – a beautiful, handcrafted quilt for every resident at Seaview Rest Home in Picton.

It all started when Marie made a quilt last year for her mother, Miriam Sullivan, a resident at Seaview.

It attracted a lot of attention from the other residents, so Marie, who enjoys quilting, asked manager Donna Kreft if she would like quilts for the other residents.

“I was gobsmacked,” Donna says.

“I said of course we would. And we are very grateful for Marie’s generosity!”

Marie set to work in her quilting room at the back of her garage, and nine months later there are 31 beautiful quilts at Seaview for the residents to have on their beds.

And each one is signed on the back by Marie with the inscription: “Made for you, with love.”

“It’s nice to see the residents snuggling in to the quilts,” Marie says.

“There’s a hug in every quilt!”

Marie has been quilting for about 12 years.

“It’s my winter project,” she says.

“In the summer I like to get out in the garden.”

Marie gathers her materials when she goes on holiday.

“I’m always on the lookout for interesting materials and patterns,” she says.

“Some I’ve picked up overseas, the rest come from various places around New Zealand.

“I like colours and I seem to pick a lot of patterns with stars, and I like three-dimensional patterns as well.

“I got inspired to make quilts for the residents after all the attention Mum’s quilt got, and I discovered a quilting site that had a lot of interesting patterns I wanted to try,” Marie says.

“I enjoyed the challenge and the chance to try out different patterns.

“I don’t do quilts that are arty, that hang on the wall.

“Mine are all made to be used.”

Marie’s next project is tidying up her quilting room.

“I’ve got all these scraps of material to sort and store for future use.

“I need to have a big sort out.”

Marie’s quilts will belong to the home and she has also done a photo album showing all the quilts, which will be a record for Seaview to keep so they know who’s got what.

Weeds are just another plant growing where we do not want them to grow.

Weeds are plants that have ample benefit if used as a green crop or cover crop.

If you are not familiar with those terms, green crops are plants such as lupin, oats or mustard that are planted at the end of the season in vegetable gardens to be later dug in.

Nutrients applied to the area while growing our vegetables in summer can be lost through leaching in the winter months, so we plant a green crop to take up those nutrients, which we later dig in before planting the next season’s crops.

If we did not plant a green crop then weeds would grow instead, so that is why it is also called a cover crop.

No-dig gardens are reputed to be better than gardens that are dug over once a year or more often the reason being that whenever you dig over you are disturbing the soil life, which has to then re-establish.

There are arguments for and against digging over, and in some situations it is a good thing as it can also help control some pests in the soil and enable you to remove any rhizomes (roots of weeds) such as twitch and convolvulus.

But digging can also make matters worse as it can spread weed bulbs such as oxalis and cut roots of weeds to increase the problem.

A cover crop can be planted any time you have free space that you are not going to plant for a while.

Then when you are getting near to the time to use that area again (but before the cover crop flowers and seeds) cut the crop off at ground level allow it to lie on top of the soil.

Sprinkle garden lime over it (if you are going to grow tomatoes or potatoes there, use gypsum instead of lime.) Then spray the foliage with Wallys Compost Accelerator with Mycorrcin added.

This will speed up the breakdown of the green material, knock any weeds that may have sprouted and feed the microbes that will convert the spent foliage into food for

the next crop.

Then cover all with a good compost to seal in all the goodness.

If you wish, you can plant seeds or seedlings straight away, as long as they are in that top layer of compost.

The heat from below will help promote growth of both plants and soil life.

The roots of the cover crop will increase the goodness of the plot as they will rot away without disturbing the beneficial fungi in the soil.

If we treat weeds in our gardens as a cover crop then the goodness they have taken out of the soil and the new elements that their chemical factories have produced will be returned to where they grew.

If they are growing between preferred plants, then simply cut them off below the soil surface with a sharp knife and leave them laying on the bare soil. There is no need to cover them with compost if it is difficult to do so because of the other plants.

If they have flowered and seeds formed then remove them, as you do not want to encourage more weeds.

The old saying holds true: One year’s seeding is seven years weeding.

In areas where it is safe to spray weeds there are a number of things you can use that will not harm the environment, soil life and your health.

Vinegar, either malt, white or cider along with any oils such as cooking oils and ammonium sulphamate can be sprayed over foliage to dehydrate and kill annual weeds, but perennial weeds will likely need further treatment.

For dry applications you can sprinkle the likes of sulphate of ammonium, potassium nitrate or ammonium sulphamate into the crown of a weed and leave it dry to burn out the weed.

For waste areas or paths and driveways use salt, lots of it.

Agriculture salt is best and cheap per 25 kg bag. Just liberally sprinkle over weeds and then give a light watering to activate.

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Thrilling start to season

Ministock driver Riley Keen, 13, had a spectacular roll in his first race of the speedway season. Riley and a visiting Nelson driver had made contact causing his car to dig into the track and roll twice.

It was simply a racing incident with no injuries thanks to speedway’s strict safety rules around the car’s setup.

Undeterred, Riley has repaired his car and is heading to Nelson Speedway this weekend to race. This was just one of the thrills and spills enjoyed by the large crowd which turned out for Eastern States Speedway’s Opening Night for the 2017/2018 season.

Photo by Rebecca Maling.

Marlborough Dressage Championships Ma rlborough riders did well in the 2017 Syncroflex Marlborough Dressage Championships held last weekend.

Due to injuries and competitions in the North Island there were not as many of the higher level combinations competing this year, one of the organisers, Caroline Houghton says.

“The road also being closed still in the Kaikoura direction meant we didn’t get the numbers we have had preearthquake.

“Nelson combinations came in force and supported our competition well and they went home with Level One champions, Level 3 champion and Reserve, Level 4, 5 and also six champions!

“However our Marlborough riders and their steeds had success. Katie Stadler and her lovely Grey Colton were Level Two restricted champions, Laurel Carre and La Dolce Vita, open Level Two champions, along with Sarah Wadworth and her mare Faemoss

BW being level 7 champions,” Caroline says.

“Amanda Scott-Bates has recently moved to Marlborough and managed to pick up the Bitteschon Memorial Trophy for the highest percentage musical on her mount I Walk The Line. Their percentage was an impressive 71.4 per cent.

“Katie Stadler has also been rewarded for her hard work (and as she says – blood, sweat and tantrums) with the Faircloth Trophy for the Marlborough Rider with the most points.

“Katie says she is part way to fulfilling her dream of competing at Horse of the Year Show which is held every year in Hastings in March.

She has now qualified, so her summer will be spent training even harder and competing throughout the top of the South Island to prepare.

“She trains locally with professional rider Laurel Carre and her gelding Colton is Oldenburg Warmblood.”

Awards Non graded level 1 champion: Amalita Hay, Calypso.

Reserve champion: Courtney Morgan, Rustic Riley.

Restricted level 1 champion: Vanessa Baxter, Jazzaway.

Reserve champion: Sioban Harnett, Jed. Restricted level 2 champion: Katie Stadler, Colton.

Reserve champion: Carys Gale, MF Zanbuck.

Level 1 horse champion: Rylee McMeekin, Solitar Storm.

Lucas trophy Reserve champion: Kate McDermid, Look Again Honey.

Level 2 champion: Laurel Carre, La Dolce Vita.

Willowbrook Trophy Reserve champion: Amanda Scott Bates, I Walk The Line.

Level 3 champion: Tracey Heywood, Vollrath Fuerst Patrick.

Anderson Trophy Reserve champion: Rachel Thomas, Gurteeens Velvet.

Level 4 champion: Jan Morice, Denmark.

Jean Faircloth Memorial Trophy Reserve Champion: Dani Simpson, Greenmore Euphoria.

Level 5 champion: Julie Fraser, Arnage Rhumba.

Hatton Trophy Reserve champion: Dani Simpson, Integrities Promise.

Level 6 champion: Anna Terrell, Caithness Masquerade.

Level 7 champion: Sarah Wadworth, Faemoss B.W. Reserve champion: Nicky Hedley, A Dellamour.

Herkt Family Trophy Overall levels 6-9: Anna Terrell, Caithness Masquerade.

Vause Trophy Best performed pony: Meila Picard.

Young dressage horse ,4yo winner: Vanessa Baxter, Jazzaway; 6yo winner: Jan Morice, Denmark.

Champion young dressage horse, Inishmore Fionne Trophy Jan Morice, Denmark.

Gayendo Trophy- young rider champion Riley McMeekin, Solitar Storm.

Bitteschon Memorial Trophy highest percentage musical Aamanda Scott Bates, I Walk The Line.

Faircloth Trophy Marlborough Rider Most Points Katie Stadler, Colton.

Best Presented Award Tracey Heywood, Vollrath Fuerst Patrick.

Katie Stadler, Faircloth Memorial winner, and Laurel Carrie, Willowbrook Trophy winner.

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A busy Blenheim motel is seeking an experienced housekeeper to join their team to help over the summer season.

The ideal candidate would be available to work a varied 7 day roster. They would also be well presented, work well within a team or on their own and have an eye for detail. Previous commercial cleaning experience would be advantageous however full training would be provided for the right applicant.

If this sounds like you please get in touch today for a full position description and application form 578 0818 or stay@theknightsbridge.co.nz.

Part time position Must have full drivers license for more than 2 years. Honesty and good work ethics. Approx 16 hours per week.

Available by the hour.

Can also do single item pick-up & delivery in Blenheim region.

Email for more information to lindagrace@xtra.co.nz

Phone 577 8089 or 027 558 3260 Winz quotes available

ARTISAN www.marlboroughartisanmarket.co.nz

every Saturday - Wynen Street Car Park 9am until 1Pm

Due to high demand we require an Experienced Digger Operator We operate a fleet of modern machinery, and complete a wide variety of projects throughout Marlborough.

Wet Weather venue, alfred St Car Park Building.

TENDER:

Community Health Hub Stage Two Closing 31 October

Call 579 2284 to discuss the position

Subcontractors and suppliers are invited to submit pricing for the above tender to: 3 Murphys Rd, Blenheim P: 03 578-9329 F: 03 578-9327 E: johnt@scottconstruction.co.nz Tender Documents available by request

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Extraordinary Council Tuesday, 31 October 2017 at 10.00 am to discuss, in open session, the Adoption of the 2016-17 Annual Report.

The meeting will be held in the Committee Room, 15 Seymour Street, Blenheim. The time may be subject to alteration and confirmation thereof prior to the meeting is advised by contacting Mike Porter, Democratic Services Manager, Ph 520 7400.

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NotificatioN of ExtraordiNary MEEtiNg of couNcil The Marlborough District Council hereby gives notice pursuant to the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987 and the Local Government Act 2002 of the following meeting:

Picton RSA & Club

CATERING OPPORTUNITY Enthusiastic professional is required to run the restaurant/bistro at Picton RSA Owner operator business Contract starts immediately Phone 03 573 6114 Email: pictonrsa@clear.net.nz

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No 1 Family Estate Ltd We are a family owned & operated business seeking 2 new winery team members to join our staff due to expansion.

These are permanent full time positions & would not suit holiday visa holders.

Hours: Mon – Fri, 8 hours with some flexibility to assist with extra hours in busy summer season as required.

Machine Operator/Winery Worker • Sound mechanical background • Good problem solver • Can do attitude • Record keeping & stocktaking skills.

• Attention to detail

Winery/Vineyard worker • Assisting on the bottling/disgorging & labelling lines.

• Packing boxes/loading cages • Assisting with vineyard duties as required.

• Despatching orders.

Both positions require the following: • Current drivers licence/ forklift licence an advantage.

• Physically fit & be able to lift boxes on a regular basis.

• Good communication, numeracy and literacy skills.

• Work under pressure at times & follow instructions both verbally & written.

We have vacancies at our Old Renwick Road processing plant for suitable people to assist with the dispatch of our product. The position includes container loading, picking of orders and forklift driving pertaining to dispatch and packing operations.

The successful applicants will be required to undergo a preemployment drug & Alcohol testing as a requirement of No 1’s Drug & Alcohol policy.

Available shift times are 6am to 6pm and 6pm to 6am.

Applications close Sunday 5th November and should be directed to sam@no1wine.nz

Suitable applicants should be physically fit and able to work with minimal supervision.

Forklift experience preferred, but full training is available. Overtime rates paid after 40 hours.

All applicants must have the right to work in NZ Please apply in person on weekdays between 8.30am and 4.00pm to: Talleys Group Limited, 742 Old Renwick Road, Blenheim.

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Taylor Pass Honey Co is one of the largest vertically integrated honey operations in the South Island. Our multi-award winning honey is harvested by our devoted beekeepers, extracted and packed in our state-of-the-art processing facilities and is sought after in New Zealand, Asia and around the world! Through inspiring leadership and ambitious growth plans, Taylor Pass Honey Co is the perfect place to build your career.

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2017/18 Honey Harvest (Fixed-term) The 2017/18 honey flow is fast approaching, and we are seeking 2 x handson Team Leaders to oversee the running of our honey extraction plant. We will be running 2 shifts, day shift (6.00am to 4.00pm) and night shift (4.00pm to 2.00am) – Monday through to Saturday.

These roles are responsible for the safe, efficient and compliant running of each shift which includes: • Assisting in ensuring production goals are reached, • Documentation and data entry is accurate, • Product changeovers are quick and efficient, • Plant clean downs, • Implementing and upholding required health & safety procedures.

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Drawn 5-6pm • Good knowledge of English These positions will start mid-December and run through to approximately job: C59582 PLEASE NOTE: • Good understanding of basic maths the end of April 2018 (end of harvest). that we have prepared this • Good physical condition and endurance Tuesday advertisement proof based on To our apply, send your CV and a covering letter to careers@taylorpasshoney. size: 10 x 2 format: b&w understanding of the instructions • Being an LBP is preferred - if you are not we may be able to support you in this co.nz. received.

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All welcome to our services Sunday - 8am Traditional Eucharist Service 10am - Family Service 7pm - Nativity @ 7pm Thursday - 10am Communion Service

CAIRNS, Conal Desmond: October 19, 2017

St. Christopher’s Anglican

KING, William John: October 13, 2017

Sunday 9.00am: Traditional Sunday 4.00pm: Contemporary Wednesday 10am: Communion 92 Weld Street, Redwoodtown Phone 578 0139 www.stchristophers.co.nz

CORNISH, Patricia Clare (Triss): October 18, 2017

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WATERS, Russel: Adrienne, Mark, Lee, Peter, Bronny, Tracey, Andrew and families would like to sincerely thank everyone for their kindness and support following the recent loss of our much loved Husband, Father, Father-in-law and Pop. Special thanks for the support and kind messages, cards, flowers, phone calls and baking which have been much appreciated. Please accept this as a personal thank you to you all. in memoriam

WOOLLEY, Peter 12.12.1940 - 29.10.2013.

Four years have now passed without you.

During your time with us all, you touched a lot of hearts. We still think of you and miss you all the time. With love Beverley and all the family.

MacPherson, Elizabeth (Betty) Passed away October 25, 2012

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Births This Week Gladman, Breeze Lilly: October 23, 2017 HAMMOND, Ari James William: October 9, 2017 ROGERS, Makhi William Scott : October 15, 2017 SMITH, Kelsi Evelyn: October 24, 2017

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Wrong way parkers warned

By Bill McElhinney “You can’t do this!”

Nigel Perry, president of the Marlborough Road Safety Council, spotted this vehicle outside the Redwoodtown Market last Saturday.

“You can’t park like this,

it’s illegal,” Nigel says.

“And it’s a problem that seems to be getting worse around Blenheim.

“When your car is parked facing the wrong way it’s a sure sign that A) you previously committed the crime of driving the wrong

way and B) you will soon do it again.”

A car can’t be parked in the wrong direction, especially at night, because if the car's headlights were on, it could ''blind'' the driver of an oncoming car.

Friends Carol Hull, Clare Lilley and Jill Mitchinson had a ‘wonderful’ night on Monday, dressing up to the theme of production ‘The Sound of Music’ at the ASB Theatre. Carol says they wanted to ‘have a bit of fun’ and borrowed the costumes from the Blenheim Theatrical Society. Photo provided.

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Makos make finals

Embracing that losing feeling

T he Tasman M akos t ake on Canterbury in the rugby Premiership Final this Saturday evening at 7.35pm in Christchurch.

A loss at the right time can always be a positive and that will be the case for the All Blacks after Saturday’s 23-18 defeat to the stubborn Wallabies in Brisbane.

The loss will inject the Aussies with a bit of self-belief which is good for the hurting global game but the men in black shouldn’t be too disheartened.

The All Blacks were missing a number of frontline players and with more than 50 players set to wear the silver fern in 2017, the reality is that there have been plenty of injuries and personal reasons to keep the coaching staff and selectors busy.

The All Blacks lost a dead-rubber game

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while blooding new players.

So, what did we learn? Beauden Barrett is the best No 10 in the country while Ben Smith is easily the best fullback.

The forwards miss the physicality and work rate of Brodie Retallick in the tight stuff.

The end-of-year Northern Hemisphere tour will be fascinating.

There is the prospect of seeing dynamic 20-year-old hooker Asafo Aumua in action while Jack Goodhue has a great chance at nailing down a long-term midfield spot.

There is still a need to find a third halfback and a third No 10 but blooding more than 50 players this year proves the All Blacks have

depth which is the envy of the world, considering their strong winning record this year.

The other interesting factor will be to see how the defence goes with coaching guru Wayne Smith having stepped away after the loss on Saturday.

Rest assured though, this is the All Blacks - success is a key aspect of the brand and it’s woven into the fabric of the iconic jersey.

Winning is a habit and for this team it is the expectation each time they play.

The facts are they can’t win all the games and some games are more important than others.

Let’s learn from it and build to win the games that matter over the next two years.

Marlborough Softball celebrates the opening of its new number one diamond at Lansdowne Park tomorrow, with the ceremony to start at 10.20am on Saturday, followed by JAB Little League games at 11.15am and senior games on the diamond at 1pm.

Another Mako AB Tasman Mako rugby player Tim Perry has been named as an All Black, joining teammates David Havili, Kane Hames, and Liam Squire.

Girls’ College sporting stars honoured

By Cathie Bell Marlborough’s sporting record will grow with sports award winners at Marlborough Girls’ College The college awarded its sports awards at a ceremony last Thursday.

Liv Bishop says she aims to continue with her favourite sport, mountain biking, after leaving school.

She plans to do a gap year at a junior development hub in Rotorua.

Lucy Sheat says she intends to keep competing in athletics, where she specialises in sprinting.

“I’m heading to Nelson next year for a gap year in training.”

Anna likes volleyball, netball, and basketball, and intends to keep achieving.

MAJOR AWARDS Outstanding Performance in Sport – Junior Sportsperson of the Year – Sportfit Trophy – Anna Gardiner Team of the Year – Topanga Whakakotahi – NZSS Squash Team: Lydia Columbus, Leonie Marshall, Alice Roughan, Kate Roughan, Amelia Wadsworth, Sophie Whittall College Sportsperson of the Year – Board of Trustees Cup – Lucy Sheat Sportsperson of the Year – Sponsored

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