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Rubbish revealed! By Bill McElhinney Shame on you, illegal rubbish dumpers! Blenheim man Des Watson pulled into the lay-by just past Tuamarina, on the road to Picton this week, hopped over the fence, and found piles of rubbish that had been tossed there. Within a few hours Des had accumulated a trailer load of discarded items, including: • A vacuum cleaner

• An electric lawnmower • Car tyres • Car battery • A container full of what appeared to be poison. There were also lots of bottles, plastic wrappers, food waste and a pile of scallop shells. All this had been dumped on an area right on the edge of the Para Swamp, the largest natural wetland in the region. Continued on page 2.

It didn’t take Des Watson long to collect this pile, including a vacuum cleaner and an electric lawnmower, dumped off the lay-by just a few kilometres from Tuamarina on the road to Picton.

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Des cleans up after careless Kiwis Continued from page 1. A huge amount of time, money and effort has been put into restoring the wetland over the last decade. Des, who is originally from Westport, has been living in Marlborough for the last four years. He travels around New Zealand rivers, streams and coastlines cleaning up rubbish as he goes. He does it for free and he does it because he’s passionate about cleaning up Aotearoa. “I’d seen a few individuals from around New Zealand going out and cleaning up in their own time and I thought to myself, where am I going? What am I doing and is this my life?” Des says. “I wish I could do more so I thought bugger it, I will quit my job, buy a van and trailer and travel around the country collecting rubbish.” And thus, Kiwis Clean Aoteroa was born. Des has seen plenty of tipping where people have purposely disposed of rubbish in an illegal location instead of proper rubbish facilities, and his latest find comes as

no surprise. Des says much of the rubbish that litters towns ends up in waterways, on beaches and in the ocean. The rubbish gets into the stormwater system, and then on to the beach or into the sea. Des recycles as much as he can, then dumps the rest. He has approached various councils and asked them to waive dump fees for him, with some success. Des doesn’t get paid nor does he collect a benefit. He started out living off some inheritance money, but now has a Givealittle page to help fund his eco project. Donations can be made at givealittle.co.nz/cause/kiwisclean-aotearoa. Des hopes by publicising his finds he can make people think about their littering. Des is heading off soon to continue on his rubbishcollecting mission, this time going to the West Coast townships of Fox and Franz Josef. A massive flood on March 26 washed out a decommissioned rubbish dump on the

Des Watson with a foul smelling container of some sort of chemical and a pile of scallop shells that were among the rubbish dumped by the edge of the Para Swamp.

Fox River. Tonnes of household trash, thousands of plastic containers, bottles, sanitary items, cans and other assorted junk were carried down the river and out to sea only to start reappearing

on an estimated 60 kilometres of coastline, much of it within a UNESCO World Heritage area and a marine reserve. “It is a bit of a rubbish job,” Des says, “but someone’s got to do it!”

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By Bill McElhinney Ocean Vine Hop, normally held in Blenheim’s Pollard Park, has been postponed for 2019, but will be back “bigger and better” in 2020, organisers say. Marlborough4Fun chief executive Katrina Lange says the event this year would clash with the Tuia 250 celebrations in Marlborough, also set down for November. “We want to make sure that

the Totaranui event is really well celebrated, that the community feel that they can participate in that and be able to come back to Ocean Vine Hope next year,” Katrina says. The Tuia 250 dual heritage commemorations begin on November 21, with a flotilla - including the replica Endeavour - to arrive in Picton ahead of a weekend of activities.

Ocean Vine Hop will return on Saturday, November 21, 2020. Katrina says the extra time will also give organisers chance to work on new initiatives, including top line acts, to make Ocean Vine Hop’s third year worth the wait. “We’ve got some new ideas to keep it fresh and exciting,” Katrina says. “It builds the excitement and makes sure that they all come

back for next year. You’ll just have to watch this space.” At last year’s event, 4000 tickets were available to see headline acts such as the Jordan Luck Band and the Automatic 80s. The all-day affair was held in Pollard Park and included stalls of beer, wine and Marlborough produce, as well as culinary master classes, tastings and demonstrations.

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Large grant readies hall for upgrade

By Celeste Alexander When the Renwick Community Memorial Hall was built in 1982 it had the whole town buzzing. Well, it’s about to happen all over again now that the hall committee has secured a large chunk of funding that will enable them to finally begin work, much to the delight of hall committee member and Renwick School principal Simon Heath, and chairman Murray Newman. Last week Simon received an email from the New Zealand Lottery Grants Board confirming that the committee was successful in its last application and has secured $447,671 plus GST. This amount now adds to the $400,000 the committee secured from the Ministry of Education in 2017. “When the email came through it took a few moments for it to sink in,” Simon says. “When Simon phoned me to give me the news, I had to stop the truck I was driving because I was so excited,” Murray adds. “I think we were both shaking… the first thought I had was ‘thank goodness, we’ve done it’,” Simon says. The upgrade will receive earthquake strengthening, an attractive street entrance and frontage with landscaping, upgraded toilet facilities, a larger committee room, a commercial kitchen makeover, outdoor foyer area and all the seating replaced. The flooring will receive a facelift, a new sound system installed and a fresh coat of paint. “We are essentially building on all of the hard work carried out to build the hall in 1982,” Simon says. “The hall’s original design was actually well thought out,” Murray

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Teachers call off strikes Secondary teachers have cancelled the strikes that had been planned for next week. Teachers’ unions the Post Primary Teachers’ Association and New Zealand Educational Institute met with the Ministry of Education and Education Minister Chris Hipkins and PPTA president Jack Boyle says the talks have been “very productive”. The decision to cancel the strikes at this stage was made to give schools and the wider community certainty that they would not have to make childcare arrangements next week, he said.

Brides, enter the show The clock is ticking ladies, so get your entries in for the Beavertown Blenheim Lions Bride of the Year Show. The show is being held on July 20, but the cut off for entries is June 20. Brides can get an application from the Sun Newspaper office on High Street, Blenheim or by emailing Noeline at bblbrideoftheyear@gmail.com

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Renwick School principal Simon Heath and Renwick Community Memorial Hall committee chairman Murray Newman are excited to announce the hall's long awaited upgrade can now be realised, thanks to a large funding grant.

adds. “From a structural perspective it has great bones to work with, so full credit to those who invested so much into providing Renwick with a hall. “Now we are simply taking it into the future,” he says. Plans for the hall’s upgrade was first announced in 2012 and a few years later a smaller amount of $200,000 was granted by the Ministry of Education which enabled the committee to put together a business plan, feasibility studies,

and architectural designs. It also contributed towards the installation of a new heating and cooling system which was put in place 12 months ago, alongside funding from the Friends of Renwick School support group’s Twilight Carnival fundraising. Both Murray and Simon say the 11 year long process to this point has been “challenging at times”, but the committee persevered with their vision for a visually attractive, multipurpose hall facility that

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the whole community would be proud of. “When the hall upgrade is finished, it will be something that Renwick deserves and so needs,” Murray says. The committee estimates that by term four of the school year, work will have begun with a completion date around May next year. “There is still some funding that we will need to source to complete all of the upgrade, but we are almost there,” Simon says.

Blenheim Police are appealing for information following a recent burglary at the hazardous waste store on Wither Road. An amount of dangerous chemicals were stolen, so if anyone has information regarding this please contact Sergeant Paul Webber of Blenheim Police on (03) 578 5279 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Game Night with Gary tickets on sale Tickets are now on sale for the Life Education Trust Marlborough’s exciting new event – Game Night with Gary. Tickets are being sold for tables of 10, and subject to availability there are some single tickets for sale. Purchase them from GMW Jewellery, opposite Countdown Redwoodtown. Cash and Eftpos available.

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Family firm launches new harvester By Bill McElhinney Marlborough mussel processing firm for Aroma Aquaculture launched their new mussel harvester, Kakara, at Havelock Marina last Friday. After a blessing by local iwi, director Ben Winters Snr broke the traditional bottle over the bow as around 160 guests from the local community and aquaculture industry looked on. Guests were given the chance to look over the vessel before enjoying a lunch of Havelock aquaculture treats and live music

from a Blenheim band. Kakara, ‘aromatic’ or sweetsmelling in Maori, is a 29.5-metre vessel built by Aimex in Nelson. Aroma Aquaculture is a familyowned business with three factories in Canterbury and another in Havelock. The company uses green-lipped mussels from its Marlborough Sounds farms to manufacture a range of natural nutritional supplements for people and animals. The anti-inflammatory properties of green-lipped mussels were first discovered in the 1960s when US

researchers were carrying out cancer therapy tests on various marine species. It was then they discovered the NZ native green-lipped mussel had significant anti-inflammatory properties. Aroma NZ specialises in producing green-lipped mussel oil and powder “Inflammation is one of the most widespread diseases in the world and as people age, joints and tendons start to wear and large numbers of people experience osteo and rheumatoid arthritis,” Aroma

director Ben Winters says. “Green-lipped mussels are a potent source of Omega-3 and have a powerful anti-inflammatory action. We have scientific evidence supporting the use of green-lipped mussels for joint pain relief. “Our green-lipped mussels have been hailed as a new super food because they can be used to ease arthritis pain and provide other health benefits.” The company’s new harvester will carry a bigger load and enable the crew of four to work more efficiently.

The Kakara has a harvest load capacity of 85 one-tonne bags and an average harvesting rate of 16.5 one tonne bags an hour, or one bag every three minutes. There is comfortable crew accommodation and smart new electronics, including radar, plotter, GPS, depth sounder and engine room video surveillance cameras. The Kakara has a service cruising speed of 14 knots, running on two 550hp Scania DS13 main engines as well as an auxiliary engine to run the hydraulic ring main and water pumps.

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Company director Ben Winters Snr breaks the traditional bottle over the bow of Aroma Aquaculture's new harvesting vessel, Kakara, Guests were invited to inspect Aroma Aquaculture's new harvest vessel after its official at Havelock on Friday. launching at Havelock on Friday.

Council settles for 3.65 per cent rates rise By Bill McElhinney The Marlborough District Council has settled on a 3.65 per cent rates increase. Major investments in core infrastructure, particularly water, sewer and stormwater upgrades, remain the most significant cost drivers for council spending. The amended rates increase of 3.65 per cent was approved at a full council meeting on Monday, after discussions on the 118 submissions made to this year’s annual plan. The council had planned a 5.72 per cent increase as part of last year’s long-term plan, but decided earlier this year to fund some upcoming projects from reserves to drop the increase to 3.95 per cent. Mayor John Leggett says it was always

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challenging for the council to manage the community’s desire for increased levels of service and project funds, whilst keeping a lid on rates increases. “We’ve managed to keep the rates increase this year at 3.65 per cent, down from the 3.96 per cent we consulted on, and also fund some of the great initiatives and projects that were brought to us. “I’d like to thank all those who made submissions to the 2019 – 2020 Annual Plan for taking the time to participate in this process,” John says. A proposal by councillor Mark Peters to use $500,000 of surplus reserves to reduce the projected 3.96 per cent rates increase to 3 per cent was rejected. The rates increase includes new funding for Marlborough Roads to increase the cleaning of Picton and Blenheim CBD pavements, and for more road and cycleway sweeping. The council will adopt this year’s annual plan on June 27, with rates set to start on July 1. The Council also agreed to fund: Marlborough Riding for the Disabled ground maintenance: $10,000.

Picton Little Theatre seismic assessment: $26,000. Marlborough Heritage Trust base funding increase: $8600. Edwin Fox security and weather protection: $15,200. Graeme Dingle Foundation Marlborough Career Navigator programme: $12,000. Sport Tasman base funding increase: $5000. Age Concern: $5000. D’Urville Island Stoat Eradication Trust: $500,000 over six years. Blenheim Community Patrol: $4000 a year for three years. Blenheim Business Association: $15,000. Marlborough Youth Trust: $20,000. Te Runanga o Rangitane o Wairau: up to $88,000. Havelock Community Association: $1452. Disabled changing facility at Pollard Park: $100,000. Rai Valley Area School: $50,000. Whitney Street School playground: $50,000. Tua Marina School playground: $40,000. Update of Picton’s strategy plan: $200,000 over two years.

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

Decisions on Annual Plan submissions

Have your say on Council services Each year Marlborough District Council surveys residents to find out their level of satisfaction with its services. The 2019 survey began on Monday and will continue until late July. The telephone and online survey is run by independent researchers SIL Research. Residents are asked questions about a range of services and asked to give a satisfaction score of 1 to 10. To have your say, you can go online to www.silresearch.co.nz/2019mdc to complete the survey. If you would prefer to do a telephone or paper survey, call or text 022 321 4706, leave your details and we’ll phone or post a survey to you. Council uses the results to measure its performance across key services including transport, water supply, libraries, parks and reserves, waste management and community facilities. The results help us to understand the public’s priorities and to plan for the future. Phone calls are made during the day, evenings and at weekends, to reach a cross-section of residents reflecting the demographic makeup of Marlborough. Householders may be asked if someone from a certain age group is available. This is to ensure the survey is representative of

Marlborough’s age groups. Survey results from 2012 to 2018 are available on Council’s website: www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/longterm-and-annual-plans-policies-and-reports/ residents-satisfaction-survey The 2019 results will be published on Council’s website in September.

The Council has confirmed its funding priorities for the 2019-2020 Annual Plan, after considering 118 submissions from the public. Mayor John Leggett said it’s always challenging for Council to manage the community’s desire for increased levels of service and project funds, whilst keeping a lid on rates increases. “I’d like to thank all the submitters for taking the time to participate in this process. “We’ve managed to keep the rates increase this year at 3.65%, down from the 3.96% we consulted on, and also fund some great projects suggested by Marlburians. “Council has been able to maintain a strong environmental and infrastructural focus whilst recognising that public amenities and community projects also need support.” A range of submissions were received from iwi, who suggested initiatives which Council will progress through the Te Ao Maori Sub-committee. There were also submissions on how Picton’s future development should occur; Councillors agreed on a review of the 10-year old Urbanism Plus development study.

Rai Valley School presented their submission for new playground equipment at last week’s hearings The rates increase includes new funding for Marlborough Roads to increase the cleaning of Picton and Blenheim CBD pavements, and increase road and cycleway sweeping. Rates for the coming year will be set at the Council meeting on 27 June, and will come into effect on 1 July. A list of all the funded projects is available in the Media Releases section of the Council’s website at: www.marlborough.govt.nz

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(Left to right) Marlborough Boys College Science and Biology Teacher, Mark Anderson and Silver Duke of Edinburgh Awards recipients Jude Anderson, Jack Clerke, George Glover, Thomas Loza and Jed Washer, with Mayor Leggett and Mayoress Anne Best

With silver secured they have gold in their sights Five Marlborough boys attended a special ceremony in the Council Chambers last week where they were presented with Silver Duke of Edinburgh Awards. Presenting the awards, Mayor John Leggett congratulated Jude Anderson, Jack Clerke, George Glover, Thomas Loza and Jed Washer on their achievement, and on meeting the demanding requirements of the awards. The Duke of Edinburgh Award is a global education framework that challenges young people to dream big and discover their potential. There are three levels to the Award, Bronze, Silver and Gold, and each level

has four sections that participants need to complete activities in. “To have completed the services, sport, skills and expedition requirements for this award will have absorbed a great deal of your free time and I expect you’ve discovered strengths and skills that you never imagined,” Mayor Leggett said. “Programmes like this do more than simply help young people to pin on a badge. They help to combat the sense of isolation that many teenagers struggle with and which, for some, is a real barrier to becoming healthy, successful adult members of our community.”

MySpace opens for business Marlborough’s new Youth Development Centre, known as MySpace was officially opened at the weekend. Council, as a strong supporter of this project, provided the building and funds for the redevelopment of the new multi-functional facility. A large crowd attended the opening including Mayor John Leggett who congratulated all those who’ve played a part in making MySpace happen.

“Thanks to the perseverance of a committed group, Blenheim now has a venue for young people; a place which can provide projects and programmes and services; and a place to help young people develop important skills and knowledge for their future,” Mayor Leggett said. For more information about the Marlborough Youth Trust visit their Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ marlboroughyouthtrust/

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Margaret came to Marlborough 20 years ago and since then she has given up many hours of her time as a volunteer for a range of projects in the region. It started with the Millennium Gallery in its early days when Margaret would take photos at events. This soon progressed and Margaret began helping with fundraising. “I was on the board for a time too but I was better at holding garden parties and dinners, to help the gallery develop the base that it has now.” Margaret still volunteers at the gallery doing a few hours each week on reception. Next came a long association with the Boathouse Theatre and the Marlborough Repertory Society. Margaret took on the task of committee secretary, and helped with wardrobe, props and front of house. “It’s just amazing where these roles lead to,” Margaret says. “There was marvelous fun dyeing ostrich feathers and making birds for the Junior Theatre and The Twits production. I have also been happily behind the teapot providing refreshments for the cast and crew of The Phantom of the Opera.” Margaret is also part of the Blenheim Inner Wheel, a large international organisation for women. “We enjoy each other’s company and along the way do a little good.” The women make heart shaped cushions to ease the recovery of mastectomy patients and fundraise, mostly through catering. They support Plunket, our Pacific neighbours and recently the community affected by the Nelson fires.

Many years ago Margaret was employed by the New Zealand Red Cross as a physiotherapist and seconded to a children’s home in Singapore. She became active in the Marlborough branch and became President of the local Red Cross council. Margaret says although this is a governance role it has provided enormous interest and increased my awareness of communities from Motueka to Kaikoura. When it comes to volunteering Margaret says it’s simple really. “If there is a need and I can help, then why not? And the great bonus is the fun shared along the way.”

Community News – Elder Abuse Awareness Day Saturday 15 June is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, when a light is shone on this issue and the role we can all play in addressing elder abuse and neglect. Age

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

Concern is a good contact point if you would like to talk to someone about how to get help. To contact Age Concern, Ph: 03 579 3457.

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Supermarkets can you give me a chance to put my money back in my wallet before you rush me. And yes I want my docket. What if I have to return something.

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How past mayor Tom Sullivan must be shaking. Proclaiming years ago “Blenheim people will never have to pay for water!” No one expected dams built for power, rivers where fish grow to be used up for the weeds creeping almost all the way to our pristine lakes. Lake Chalice pipeline is next. “Another vintage drop darling with additives? Let the commoners eat grape marc!” A community theft shame.

Time saver Have been saying for many years now but why do teaching syndicates not work together in the preparation of teaching material. You need to learn to work together rather than compete against each other. Remember, you will never be able to cater for every child’s needs. P. S Respect to all teachers for their dedication to teaching.

Gone postal! Road safety Eltham road. Stupidity, that’s what it is. On driving it last week an oncoming car had to swerve, as a parked car owner opened their drivers door hence, taking up what little space I had. This was a near accident. Who’s paying for my car damage if next time I’m pushed up on the kerb. It’s bloody dangerous, all you had to do was paint the road green. This road kerb is dangerous. This system is wrong. Who ever the idiot is on the planning should be made to pay for it... huge error. Wrong and dumb. Just a thought from a rate payer... perhaps a judder bar would be a better option.

Howling It’s Tuesday morning and that dog is howling, you know the one down the end of Hutcheson St. It howls and barks most weekends, sort it out.

We have three new subdivisions growing, one new shopping centre, some still empty, new medical establishments and schools, so why does NZ Post shift the boxes and shop from July 1, from Redwoodtown to Main St and the Postshop even further away. New roadway for electric wheelchairs needed to send parcels, more angle 10 min parks where estate agents block us out? Future planning - right!. NO they want to stop all snail mail and make you spend hours in town. Imagine the queues then!

Cheapskate? Re: No frills Airway. When you buy a seat only ticket that’s all you get. Everything else you pay for. I guess you complained loudly about it and was told that answer. So you go on to the media and complain about the Airline. Who’s the cheapskate here?

Good things Hearing good things about the new Chinese restaurant Four Seasons in Redwoodtown. Well done to them. Nice to see new businesses starting up.

Can’t believe it Re: ‘am I the only one offended by being served with someone with tattoos’ yes sir or madam you are! I can’t believe you still think this way. If you don’t like it, don’t go in there! And no I don’t have any tattoos.

Try somewhere else If you get offended being served by someone with tattoos, try a different shop. Never judge a book by it’s cover, so judgemental. Lets hope you never need help one day & are offered help by someone with body art.

Brighter day Yes, you are alone in your dislike of being served by someone with tattoos/body art I for one love to meet/be served by said individuals makes for a brighter day. Let’s hope you don’t have an accident/incident where you require immediate help and that individual happens to be covered in tattoos as you would have to decline their help I would presume ?

Proud to wear it A bit of a judgmental comment there, just because a person has tattoos doesn’t define who they are. If they give you good customer service does it matter? A lot of tattoos have meanings, I have a ta moko on my arm and I’m proud to wear it.

Service with a smile Just because somebody has tattoos doesn’t mean they can’t serve people with a smile and give good customer service. I bet they had trends back in your time that your parents wouldn’t approve.

On your own Yes, you are on your own, it’s not what is on the outside, it’s what is on the inside. They wouldn’t have a job if they didn’t deserve it, get over yourself !!

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If a vow of abstinence prevents a religious priest advising knowledgeably of the intimate pleasures between a man and a woman, then how can a politician barred by psychiatric treatment from obtaining a firearms licence dictate to man about his passion in the sport, unless, participating with the duly authorised responsibility first! Hmm?

You dislike being served by someone with tattoos... Seriously? It’s personal choice like a hairstyle or the fashion you wear. God forbid someone would judge you for the way you look.

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Shame on our Prime Minister for showing her antiwar stance by popping over to Blenheim instead of going to Portsmouth with other world leaders to show respect at the D Day commemorations. Sending the G.G does not cut it.

Lunch in Picton Queens Birthday weekend, To the man behind the bar try smiling, poor service, poor food and atmosphere. Not a good look with taking out of town family for lunch.

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Kindness at Redwood To the lovely lady who sat outside Countdown with my very unwell mother on Thur 6th June around 3pm, I would like to thank you so much for keeping her company until I arrived. Your kindness was so appreciated. THANK YOU for your kindness. We welcome your texts on 027 242 5266. Limit to 70 words please. Name supplied please. We reserve the right to publish at our discretion. Please note the opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the Sun management.

Keep it up Loving the Post Shop at Paper Plus. The ladies there are so friendly. But in recent weeks I have heard those poor ladies cop a lot of verbal abuse from customers. Totally uncalled for. I love how the ladies from the Paper Plus service area walk down the postal line seeing if they can help with regular post bags and stamps. Top service ladies keep it up.

Incomprehensible It’s incomprehensible that NZ Post is closing its postal centre and PO Boxes at Redwoodtown. From 1 July there will be no postal outlet south of the tiny Paper Plus excuse for postal services. The 20,000 people of Blenheim - and the expanding population area - deserve better. Shame on you NZ Post

Re: What’s he up to? For truck fans The older guy taking photos at the Mobil roundabout is taking photos of trucks passing through and putting them on his Marlborough online website for truck fans. I won’t say he’s harmless, cause he needs both arms to take his great photos.

Lots of photographers do it Just a guess but could be taking photos of trucks passing through, I know of a lot of photographers that do this.

Show of support The man taking photos by the Mobil roundabout has a brother-in-law who is a truck enthusiast and is unluckily in prison. So he takes photos of trucks and sends them to him to show his support.

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Weekend the last chance for a book bargain This weekend is the last chance to bag yourself a book bargain, thanks to the Cancer Society Marlborough Book Fair. This annual event is an important fundraiser for the Cancer Society, and thanks to the generosity of the community, thousands of books have been donated to the fair. This event has been held for around five years and last year raised just over $15,000, and so far it’s already looking like this year’s total will exceed that amount, Hillary Gill of Cancer Society Marlborough says. “After just one day it was looking on track to raise more this year which is fantastic,” she says. The Book Fair is being held at the bright green building opposite Saveur Restaurant, opposite the Riverside Amphitheatre. Volunteers have spent hours sorting the books and setting up tables, so go along and support this fundraising project. Books will be priced at $2 each, children’s books at $1 for three, and some individually priced. The book fair will be open this Saturday from 10am-5pm, and Sunday 10am-1pm.

Fancy some books to read over the cold winter months? Head along to the Cancer Society Marlborough's Book Fair which finishes on Sunday and bag yourself a bargain.

“It’s about our team and doing the right thing” Emergency Management in Marlborough is made up of mostly volunteers. People who dedicate their time and energy to respond to an emergency event . While their work goes largely unnoticed, their dedication and training means as a Community we are more prepared to respond to and recover from that event. So thank you to all the Civil Defence volunteers that dedicate their time and energy to our community.

“It feels good knowing we’re doing something to help others. But it’s also great working with a team, learning stuff and having fun doing it” -Phil. NZ Response Team member for Marlborough

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Giving your time Volunteering is giving of your time freely and without expectation of reward, but the rewards are plentiful when you do volunteer! Learning new skills, meeting new friends, contributing to your community and making the world a better place are just a few. Volunteering can also help those seeking paid employment, is a great way for newcomers to integrate into their communities and is also a good way to stay active and healthy and prevent social isolation.

The Blenheim Lions Club is once again selling firewood from Taylor Pass Road, with each pigeon hole worth of wood costing $5. This works on an honesty box system and is a great option for those who cannot afford a load of firewood.

Check out the website www.volunteermarlborough. org.nz to find or register volunteer opportunities within Marlborough. There is a list of current volunteer roles available to read through, and if one or more of those roles appeal to you, contact Volunteer Marlborough for more information. Volunteer Marlborough is an independent Volunteer Centre committed to promoting volunteerism and to assisting the residents of Marlborough to find oppor-

tunities to become involved as volunteers. Volunteer Marlborough offers recognition through Volunteer of the Month, by presenting a certificate and gift to a nominated volunteer. Please let us know if you have or know of a volunteer that deserves an extra pat on the back. Contact us on 577 9388 or email vm@volunteermarlborough.org.nz Visit us upstairs in the Community Centre 25 Alfred St between 10am and 2pm.

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Alzheimers Marlborough | 8 Wither Road, Blenheim | 577-6172

Alzheimer's Marlborough would love to hear from you if you are interested in volunteering.

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National Volunteer Week provides an opportunity for Alzheimers Marlborough to thank their wonderful team of volunteers, who assist the Day Centre staff to run the Wither Road Club. The Club provides a programme of socialisation and

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sense of humour. Please call in or phone the Alzheimers Centre, located at 8 Wither Road - 577 6172.

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CELEBRATING OUR VOLUNTEERS We celebrate and thank our volunteers who play a vital role in assisting the Cancer Society in so many ways.

Showcasing the best of the ‘50’s, ‘60’s, ‘70’s and ‘80’s Omaka Classic Cars wishes to gratefully acknowledge the support of our volunteers, and we invite anyone who would like to volunteer to contact us today.

Winter Hours: 5th June – 30th September Friday/Saturday/Sunday 12pm – 4pm. Closed on other days.

Omaka Classic Cars Aerodrome Road, Omaka. Phone 577 9419.

(*up to two kids free –under 13– with every paying adult)

Patient Support Office Support Assisting with resources and information Transporting patients to treatment Fundraising and special events Executive Committee members We appreciate our volunteers ‘gift of time’ and their willingness to support the work of the Cancer Society in our Community.

For more information please contact:

Hilary Gill – 579 4379 hilaryg@cancersoc.org.nz

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The volunteer fire service needs you! Fire and Emergency New Zealand’s 11,000 volunteers make up 85 percent of its personnel and provide essential services across the country. These incidents go well beyond firefighting and include hazardous substance responses, rescuing trapped people, urban search and rescue, medical emergencies, maritime incidents, weather events and disasters. It’s the volunteers who are often first at the scene. “We rely on volunteers to help keep communities safe, and we’re always looking for more volunteers. We recognise volunteers’ employers and their families’ generous support to enable our people to respond to emergencies and give back to the community.”

Why you should join Meet new people - Joining a volunteer brigade is a great way to meet new people and be part of the fabric of your local community. Learn new skills - Fire and Emergency is committed to supporting our volunteers’ safety, health and wellbeing. Our volunteers are fully trained to deal with the situations they’ll be facing. Your training focuses on saving lives and resolving emergencies, while keeping you safe.

We want to make sure you get home safe and well every time.

Volunteer firefighter If fighting fires and responding to emergencies appeals to you, then being a volunteer firefighter could be the perfect role for you! Vo lu n t e e r f i r e f ig h ters respond to a range of emergencies depending on the local community’s needs and dependent on this need there may be the opportunity to specialise in either structure (buildings/property) or vegetation wildfires.

Operational support If you want to respond to emergencies but not fight fires, then consider being an operational support volunteer! Operational support volunteers carry out important tasks to support firefighters attending to emergency responses, freeing them up to perform more specific tasks. Operational support volunteers help the station with: • People and traffic control • Scene protection and salvage • First aid • Transporting equipment • Assisting the incident controller • Other supporting duties.

Brigade and community support If you want to volunteer to keep your community safe without responding to emergencies, there are many other ways you can support the brigade. Brigade support allows you to contribute to your local brigade and community without responding to emergencies. Brigade and community support volunteers may help the station with: • Administrative support • Carrying out Secretary or Treasurer duties • Promotional and educational activities • Recruitment • Brigade logistics • Other support the station may require.

Process for becoming a volunteer Want to volunteer for Fire and Emergency New Zealand? We’re excited to have you on board! Before you can join us, however, you need to meet with the Officer in charge at your local brigade. This is an essential part of the process, as the Officer will determine whether you are a good fit for their team. They will assess your capacity and willingness to achieve the competencies and attributes required of a team member.

If you are interested in volunteering for the fire service, contact your local station for more information.

Supporting all our local Marlborough volunteers Stuart Smith MP for Kaikoura Amberley 103A Carters Road, Amberley 03 314 7441 Blenheim 22 Scott Street, Blenheim 03 579 3204 or 0800 STUART

Funded by the Parliamentary Service. Authorised by Stuart Smith, Parliament Buildings, Wellington.

Thanks to all our volunteers. Marlborough Kaikoura Management wants to thank all its crews, administration support, and families for their dedication, professionalism and support they provide throughout the year.

We need Volunteers Contact your Local Fire Brigade

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C AREERS EVENING

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Aviation to defence, the careers evening has it all By Celeste Alexander When Marlborough Boys’ College Careers adviser Gail Fletcher, first started her job, she says students wanted to “get out of town” to the universities for their education. “Now it’s very different… students are now realising there are good opportunities locally,” she says. This in part is due to the very successful Gateway programmes that all three local colleges run as well as the growth in employment opportunities in the region.

Forestry offers careers in Sawmilling, Planting and Harvesting. Come and find out more about opportunites in Forestry at careers night. Nelson Forests Kaituna Sawmill is based 6.5km west of Renwick. The Sawmill is recruiting now and offers apprenticeships such as Saw Doctor, Mechanical engineers, Timber machinists. We offer unit standard training and a starting hourly rate of $19.56 Pop by at the careers night and say gidday, or call 03-572 8921 or contact us Kaituna.Admin@nelsonforests.com

This trend has not gone unnoticed by Marlborough companies. A number of them will be attending the Marlborough Careers Evening alongside many of the Universities, Polytechnics, Private Training Institutes and Industry Training Organisations who provide tertiary training. The event is set for Monday, June 17. In fact, because of these companies attending, the event has seen a record number of stall holders - 52 to be precise. There will be everything from forestry, engineering and construction through to defence, police, accounting and Te Runganga A Rangitane O Wairau A

as well as everything in between. New to this year is Air New Zealand with their aviation technical training. “This is huge for Marlborough,” Peter Baker the Marlborough Boys’ College Gateway Liaison Coordinator says. “Not only do we have the universities and industry training organisations, but we now have more local companies coming along to speak with students and parents about the opportunities right here in the region. “This way they can engage directly with students considering careers in those fields and give them advice and even point them towards the relevant education

and training providers,” he says. Examples of this include Fulton Hogan, Hortus, Wine Marlborough, Constellation Brands NZ, Crown Sheet Metal and even the Marlborough District Council. “What we are most pleased about is that this goes hand in hand with the Gateway Programme we run here at MBC,” Peter says. “In the eight years we’ve been involved we have built a portfolio in excess of 150 local businesses that we are regularly in contact and placing students with. Plus, we have around 40 boys out in the workforce.” The Marlborough Careers Evening is not only for students

and parents, however. It is open to anyone considering a career change and wanting to learn more about the many different industries and pathways. “If you have left school, looking to change your career or returning to work for whatever reason, we welcome walk-ins and encourage them to take advantage of having all these providers under one roof,” the organisers say Once again, now that earthquake strengthening has been completed, the event will be held at the Marlborough Lines Stadium 2000 from 6.30pm-8.30pm. The CPR café and Subway will be open.

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Monday, June 17 7-9pm Marlborough Lines Stadium 2000

Questions to ask For those who are heading to the Careers Evening in Blenheim next Monday evening, prepare yourself a list of questions that you may like to ask. Here are some questions you can take with you to find out more about the industry you are considering as a career. • What are the most important skills or characteristics needed to succeed in this industry? • What are the biggest chal-

lenges that someone would face? • Can you tell me about the company’s culture? • Is there room for growth? • Does this industry offer continued training or education? • Where have the successful workers who are in this industry proceeded to? • What do you like most about working in this industry? • What is the next step in the training process?

Crazy Ladies get the laughs at Havelock By Bill McElhinney It’s hard to say which was funnier – Fay Leov’s neck brace or Ian Cameron’s legs! Either way the two Havelock Theatre Company stalwarts and their colleagues had a full house laughing along in the Havelock Town Hall on Wednesday night during their latest production, Crazy Ladies. Tauranga playwright Devon Williamson, who also wrote Menopause Made Me Do It, has a keen insight into women’s foibles and makes the most of the characters he has produced. There’s dizzy Dianne (Fay Leov) with a neck brace and broken arm, mother of eight, married the school nerd; Sandy (Jennie Johnson) dressed as a nun but isn’t one; rebellious Rachel (Philippa

Weatherhead), daughter of apparently deceased mother; Rachel Snr (Kylie Linthwaite), who eventually finds the right motel; Kay (Shalom Del’MonteAberhart), chocoholic, funeral director, and gun toting mama; Pamela (Kim Weatherhead) organiser of the women’s weekend reunion and obsessively ordered; Shaun Phillips (Ian Cameron), motel cleaner and former high school stud who is now a shadow of his former self; and John Smith (John Leary), the middle aged man with a roving eye. Director Bruce Weston has drilled the team well and the stage setting is simple but effective, well supported by Brian Cameron and Lucy Jefferis in sound and lighting. T he stor y revolves around a carefully planned weekend reunion at a mo-

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Marlborough Boys’ College extends an open invitation to its annual Careers Evening for all students, parents and members of the public. It will be held at:

Marlborough Lines Stadium 2000 Monday 17 June From 6.30 pm to 8.30 pm

This is your chance to ask questions of the following providers of tertiary education and training. • Air New Zealand Aviation Institute • ARA Institute of Canterbury • Auckland University • Building & Construction Industry Training Organisation • Business Trust Marlborough • Constellation Brands NZ Ltd • Competenz • Crown Sheetmetal • Cuddon Ltd • Defence Careers • Downer New Zealand • Forbes Panel & Paint • Fulton Hogan • Graeme Dingle Foundation • Hortus • IPU New Zealand Tertiary Institute • Lincoln University • Mainfreight Training Centre

• Marlborough Community College • Marlborough District Council • Marlborough Lines Stadium 2000 • Massey University • Master Drive Services • Master Joiners Association • Masterlink • Motor Industry Training Organisation • Nelson Aviation College • Nelson Forests Ltd • Nelson-Marlborough Institute of Technology • NZ Institute of Sport • NZ Police • NZ School of Tourism • NZ School of Wine Growing • Pacific International Hotel Management School • Primary Industry Training Organisation

• Queenstown Resort College • Robinson Construction Ltd • Sanford • Te Runanga A Rangitane O Wairau • Timberlink NZ Ltd • Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology • Top of the South Trades Academy • Truck Stops Blenheim • University of Canterbury • University of Otago • Victoria University • Westpac Bank • Wine Marlborough Ltd • WineWorks Marlborough • WK Advisors & Accountants • Yoobee School of Design • Youth Service Marlborough

tel for five high school friends. We won’t give too much away except to say that the best-laid plans soon go awry, with consequently hilarious results. There were a few minor pauses on opening night, but the enthusiasm of the cast more than makes up for the odd fluffed line. I’m sure they’ll have it nailed within the next few nights. Opening night at the Havelock Theatre is always a buzz, with the cafe-style seating, lovely Bladen wines and tasty snacks from Jo and Mandy at the Captain’s Daughter. You can’t beat a bit of live theatre, and the Havelock folk do it well. It’s a hoot and well worth the effort to get there. Crazy Ladies continues tonight and tomorrow with three more performances next week.

John Smith (John Leary) gets an earful in the Havelock Theatre Company production of Crazy Ladies.

Marlborough lifestyle draws doctor back Ophthalmologist Dr Ed Hutchins has brought his family back to Marlborough and is working at the Churchill Specialist Centre and for Nelson Marlborough Health.

Marlborough’s lifestyle and culture has drawn Dr Edward Hutchins back to the region after he first worked at Wairau Hospital as a junior doctor in 2006. He returns after training as an ophthalmologist and gaining experience in Queensland in cataract surgery, retinal surgery, corneal graft surgery and ocular oncology. “We enjoyed our recent stint in Queensland but, ultimately, my family and I didn’t want to miss out on the unique New Zealand experience I was lucky to have while growing up in the South Island,” Ed says. Since Ed has been helping patients as a corneal and cataract surgeon at Wellington Public Hospital and in Blenheim. In Marlborough, he practices both at his new facilities at the Churchill Specialist Centre and for Nelson Marlborough Health. He says his new practice at Churchill Specialist Centre has the best available modern equipment, which allows him to treat a wide range of ocular conditions. “It’s a first class centre, tailored to getting optimum results for surgery and, importantly, early detection of macular disease and glaucoma,” Ed says. Ed is a keen fisherman and enjoys spending his days off chasing kahawai and kingfish in Wellington harbour, particularly in summer. “I also enjoy fishing at the Wairau Bar and we’ve had some really special times as a family on our yacht in the Marlborough Sounds.” Ed looks forward to meeting new patients and working with them to ensure they can also enjoy the great lifestyle Marlborough offers.

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Rings, a symbol of eternal love A symbol of eternal love, the humble wedding ring has been about for years, older than any of us and still as important as ever. While the design of wedding rings is becoming more modern in many cases, the tradition and symbolism of the ring is as strong today as it’s ever been. The wedding ring is an emblem of love through time, a symbol of devotion and an agreement between two parties to love and cherish one another for the rest

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of their days. Wedding rings are, of course, circular in shape and this in itself carries a symbolic meaning for the couple getting married. A circle has no beginning or end and is therefore a symbol of infinity. It is endless, eternal, just the way love should be. For many the wedding ring is worn on the fourth finger of the left hand. This is because the vein in this finger was believed to lead directly to the wearer’s heart. Platinum has

become an increasingly popular metal for wedding rings nowadays, a valuable and prestigious metal choice for wedding rings. It is also naturally hypoallergenic so it will not irritate those with sensitive skin. Plain yellow/white gold wedding bands are usually considered the traditional form of the wedding ring. These rings became popular because of their simple and practical style. Rose gold is becoming an in-

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Pink Champagne Celebrate your big day with a pink champagne caked topped with raspberry mousse and vanilla buttercream. Instead of adding water to the batter, use champagne.

Key Lime Get a little sweet and sour with a decadent cake topped with key-lime buttercream and cinnamon graham cracker crumbles to mimic a classic pie crust.

Grand Marnier Enliven the cake with the citrusy flavour of Grand Marnier. The cognac provides dimension to simple cake flavours. Brandy can also be used to amplify the flavour of a wedding cake.

Chocolate and Vanilla Swirl Get the best of both worlds with chocolate and vanilla cakes layered with chocolate buttercream, plus mocha mousse.

Ginger Spice For couples that think spice is nice consider ginger spice cake. Serve it with real maple frosting and vanilla bean icing and top off the frosting with walnuts for an added crunch. Spiked Red Velvet Imagine decadent layers of red-velvet cake and cream cheese frosting! Take your icing to the next level by lacing the cream cheese with decadent amaretto.

Luscious Lemon For brides who love all-things citrus, consider layering a tangy lemon cake with sweet berry compote for a totally laid-back last course.

Caramel Apple Top apple spice cake with caramel buttercream frost and brown-sugar mouse. These are great flavours working for an autumn wedding in a rustic venue, like a barn.

Coffee and Cream Try a chocolate cake topped with coffee buttercream for a buzz-worthy dessert. Incorporate a coffee-meringue buttercream, espresso-Kahlua ganache and hazelnut mousse, all atop a chocolate torte. Peanut Butter Cup Layer a chocolate cake with peanut butter buttercream and chocolate and peanut butter ganache, then top it all off with Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups.

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Future of Work conference a success By Aimee O’Hagan The Marlborough 2019 Future of Work Conference was held at the Marlborough Convention Centre on Wednesday, and organisers say the event went “even better than expected”. Approximately 160 students aged 14 to 18 turned up to learn about what careers are available for them in the future. At the conference, students learned about how to get involved in entrepreneurship, heard about local success stories and inspiring possibilities in the workplace, and even found out how to write the perfect CV and cover letter!

“I learned more about CVs and interviews than I ever have,” MBC student, Hamish Turner, says. “Who would’ve thought that the cover letter is the most important thing?” MGC pupil, Shannon McLean, exclaims. According to regional manager of the Graeme Dingle Foundation, Kelvin Watt, the conference was “quite a big collaboration”. “You’re hearing from someone who’s done the process,” he says. “From our perspective, one of the main things is connecting. “The students are learning about what’s available in a really fun and engaging way.”

Representatives from businesses and the organising committee, from left: Andrew Stoneham, Indigo Greenlaw, Jack Flynn, Shannon McLean, Hamish Turner, Lisa Preece and Simon Ferrari.

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WHAT’S ON IN MARLBOROUGH

Friday 14 Cancer Society Marlborough’s Book Fair: An amazing assortment of pre-loved books on offer. Today and Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 10am-1pm. Corner of High and Symons Street. An annual fundraiser for Cancer Society Marlborough. Crazy Ladies: Havelock Theatre Company presents Crazy Ladies, a hilarious comedy. What could happen when five school friends get together after 25 years? Believe me reunions were never meant to be like this. Today and Saturday 7.30pm, Sunday 4pm. $10-$20. Door sales available. Havelock Town Hall, corner Main Road and Inglis Street, Havelock. On until June 22. Tribute to The Eagles And Neil Diamond: All the greatest hits from two iconic acts, fronted by Paul Madsen and band direct from Auckland. A Tribute not to be missed. 8pm. $25. Clubs of Marlborough, 42 Alfred Street. Bolivia Cards And Rummy O: Love cards, come and join in. Bolivia cards every Friday 1pm-4pm. Also Rummy O every Monday 12.30pm4pm. Blenheim Bowling Club Hall, 65a Weld Street. Games, Coffee, Gelato And Cakes: What more could you ask for. A variety of games on offer or bring your own to play. Open late every Friday and Wednesday for game night. Delicia Ice Cream Café, 4 Scott Street. The Gallery Havelock: If you’re in the area drop by and check out all the artwork from Marlborough’s amazing artists. Open 10am-4pm, seven days a week. The Gallery Havelock, 60 Main Road, Havelock. The Diversion Gallery: Open Wednesday to Saturday, 125pm. 10 London Quay, Picton. Heritage and Whaling Museum: A collection of 2000 items of Maori, whaling, maritime, heritage and textile displays. 10am-4pm daily, 9 London Quay, Picton. Marlborough Museum: Exhibitions on show ‘Parasols’ from the Marlborough Museum’s collection, on until August 1. Also ‘Women Photographers of Marlborough’, on until August 9. Open 10am–4pm daily. Brayshaw Heritage Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place. Karaka Art Exhibition – Works By Tui Johnson: A solo exhibition of artwork by Tui Johnson, exploring imaginative and environmental themes, and displaying some of Marlborough’s diverse landscapes from a unique perspective. On until the July 11. Open 6.30am-3pm, Monday-Friday. Karaka Cuisine, 12 Sheffield Street, Riverlands Estate.

The popular She Shops clothes sale is on from 2pm tomorrow at the Elim Centre in Burleigh Road.

Saturday 15 She Shops: With clothing, shoes and accessories for next to nothing and all for a good cause, who could resist. 2pm-4pm. $2 entry with every item selling for $1. Elim Christian Centre, 26 Burleigh Road. Proceeds from the day will go to the Marlborough Multicultural Centre. Pink Ribbon Brunch at Arbour: With lucky door ticket draw, silent auction, raffles plus an amazing brunch. 11am-3pm. Tickets $60 with $40 of each ticket sold going to Breast Cancer Foundation New Zealand. Arbour, 30 Godfrey Road, Renwick. Bookings essential. Chess: Every Saturday at Joocy Loocy Café, 35 Queen Street, 10am-1pm. Also Wednesdays at Clubs of Marlborough, Bridge room, 6.30pm-8pm. Please bring your own board and pieces. Millennium Public Art Gallery: Exhibitions on show ‘Remembering Rodin’. A touring exhibition developed and toured by the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa. On until June 22. Also ‘Four X Five X Six’ an exhibition of large format photography. On until June 23. Millennium Public Art Gallery, corner of Alfred and Seymour Streets. Koha appreciated. Yealands Estate Marlborough Gallery: Exhibition on show ‘Blenheim Members’ Autumn Exhibition’. On until June 16. Opening hours 10.30am4.30pm daily. Marlborough Arts Society, 204 High Street, Blenheim.

Redwood Market: 8.30am-12pm, Redwood Tavern car park. Plants, produce, cards, jewellery, flowers and hand crafts. Round’A’Mini Golf Picton: Picton Foreshore, 9am Saturday and Sunday. Gravel Grind Ride: Open to all, on every Saturday. 3pm, Bikefit Marlborough, 24 Market Street. Blenheim Rotary Car Boot Sale: Every Saturday 8am–12.30pm at the Railway Station car park, Grove Road. Vintage Farm Machinery: 10am-3pm, open every day. Brayshaw Park guided tours available, on Sunday Thomas the tractor rides are available. Blenheim Menz Shed: 4 Dillons Point Road. Open 9am-12pm Saturday and 1-4pm on Monday and Thursday. Picton Men’s Shed: “Where men can do what men do best” 9am-12pm and Wednesday 9am-4pm. 2 Market St. Picton. 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. Brooklyn Croquet Club: Whitehead Park off Brooklyn Drive. Play days are Saturday, Tuesday and Thursday at 1pm. Come and have a go.

Sunday 16 Blue Duck Nude Midwinter Swim St Arnaud: Take the plunge and be part of this legendary midwinter swim. 12 noon.

East Jetty by the campground, Kerr Bay, Lake Rotoiti. Event will go ahead regardless of the weather. Ulysses Club Ride: Social ride to Pelorus Bridge Café. 1pm departure from the south end of the Blenheim Railway Station. Also Thursday Group rides. Meet at Brayshaw Park carpark, 11am. Members and visitors welcome. Blenheim Riverside Railway: 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 $12 Child $6 (Omaka $7 & $4). Sorry no Eftpos, cash only. Rainbow Ski Gear Sale: Stock up for the season with plenty to choice from. Including new and used ski gear, board gear and a large range of quality ex-rental stock. 10am-3pm. Clubs of Marlborough, 42 Alfred Street. Marlborough Farmers’ Market: Grab yourself a delicious brunch and fresh produce, with lots on offer. Every Sunday, 9am-noon. Marlborough A&P Showgrounds corner of Maxwell and Alabama Road. Curator Talk Remembering Rodin: Join Dr Mark Stocker, Curator Historical International Art from Te Papa, as he guides you through the life of one of the most prominent artists to ever live, Auguste Rodin. 3pm. Millennium Public Art Gallery, corner of Alfred and Seymour Streets. Koha appreciated. Marlborough Biodiversity Forum: With an aim to provide a platform for community groups, landowners, iwi and agencies to network, support and learn to grow conservation in

Marlborough. Including presentations form numerous community conservation groups and keynote speaker Ted Howard, Chairperson for the Hutton’s Shearwater Trust. 10am-3pm. Please BYO lunch, tea and coffee provided. Port Marlborough Pavilion, Endeavour Park, 181 Waikawa Road, Picton. EcoWorld: EcoWorld Aquarium & Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre, Picton Foreshore. Saturday & Sunday 9.30am-5.30pm. Marlborough Vintage Car Club Museum: A variety of unique and rare vehicles, motor bikes and paraphernalia on display. Every Sunday, 1pm. Brayshaw Heritage Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place. Kapa Haka: 1st & 3rd Sunday, 1pm - 3pm. All welcome. Senior Citizens Hall, High Street, Blenheim. The Edwin Fox Ship: Take the opportunity to visit the Edwin Fox Ship and Visitor Centre, and discover this gem of international history. Visitor Centre open daily from 9am. Dunbar Wharf, Picton Foreshore. 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 along and have a go, all ages and skill levels welcome. Blenheim Croquet Club: Come along and have a go. Golf Croquet every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday. Association Croquet on a Wednesday and Saturday plus Ricochet on Friday. 1pm. Parker Street, Pollard Park. Picton Rail & Sail: Open (subject to weather) Sundays, public holidays & everyday during school holidays. Picton Foreshore. Model Aero Club: ARA Wairau Valley 9am. Phone Murray 578 9199. Petanque: 10am Sunday and 1pm Wednesday, 65A Weld Street.

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LIGHTHOUSE Christian Fellowship Senior Citizens Hall, 166 High Street. Sundays 10 a.m. All welcome. 5785030.

MILLAN, Robert David Paurini (Bob): 14/08/1971 - 06/06/2019. Passed away unexpectedly in his sleep in Wellington on Thursday June 6, 2019. Loved father and fatherin-law of Samantha and Clive, Renee and Karl, Dominick, Corey, Arleyah-Rose, Karl and Isabella. He will be missed by his many grandchildren. A small farewell by family and close friends was held on Tuesday, June 11. Our unconditional thanks to those who helped organise the service and attended.

Nativity Anglican Church 76 Alfred Street, Blenheim. All welcome to our services Thursday - 10am Holy Communion in Barnies Sunday - 8am Traditional Eucharist Service - 10am Family Service

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MILLER Raymond John (Ray), RAF With guest speaker Bomber Command, Squadron 57: Passed With speaker away peacefully at Hospice Marlborough, With guest speaker Paulguest Monahan With guest speaker With guest speaker Paul Monahan on Wednesday June 12, 2019. Aged 94 With guest speaker Paul Monahan Paul Monahan Paul Monahan TEN Pin Bowling open 7 days at Simcox Stadium years. Beloved Dad of Carole Myhan, ShaPaul Monahan 50 Battys Road Phone 5784851 ron Hyndman, and Lee and John Ford. Cherished Grandad of Kara, Natalie, Corey and James, Jenna, Nick and Tim, and Ronan, FREELANCE PAINTERS and his many great grandchildren. Great Redwoodtown School - 90 Cleghorn Street - Blenheim - 7201 friend of Bruce Thomson, Terry Ford and Redwoodtown School Board of & CONTRACTORS w.redwoodtown.school.nz - (03) 5785200 - office@redwoodtown.school.nz the late Peggy Miller. Special thanks to the Trustees Election woodtown School Board of Trustees Election amazing staff at both Bethsaida and Hospice New to Marlborough, or a well seasoned member of our New to Marlborough, or a well seasoned member of our community • small team • trade qualified specializing ofResults Parent Election Results aration ofDeclaration Parent Election New to Marlborough, a All well member of community AllMarlborough, menorare invited to enjoy breakfast with fellow Marlbourians New to or seasoned a well seasoned member ofour our community Marlborough for their loving care. In lieu of community. men are invited to enjoy breakfast with New totoinvited Marlborough, or awith well seasoned member of our community New to Marlborough, or are a well seasoned member our community in int/ext painting • repaints • eqc All men At the close of nominations, as the number of enjoy fellow Allinvited men are tobreakfast enjoyof breakfast with fellowMarlbourians Marlbourians flowers, a donation to Hospice Marlborough fellow Marlbourians. e close of nominations, as the number of valid nominations was equal to 8am at the Nativity Hall All men are invited to enjoy breakfast with fellow Marlbourians All men are invited to enjoy breakfast with fellow Marlbourians valid nominations was equal to the number of • new homes, fences • airless spraying number of vacancies required to be filled, I hereby declare the following would be appreciated and may be made at Opposite Seymour Square in the centre of Blenheim 8am at the Nativity Hall 8am at the Nativity Hall 8am at the Nativity Hall elected: vacancies required to be filled, I hereby declare • garage floors • high quality assured 8am at the Nativity Hall 8am at the Nativity Hall the service or sent to P O Box 411, Blenheim Opposite Seymour Square in the centre of Blenheim Opposite Seymour Square in the centre of Blenheim the following duly elected: Cost $10Square per inperson Opposite Seymour the centre of Blenheim Opposite Seymour Square in the centre of Blenheim Opposite Seymour Square in thethe centre of Blenheim 7240. A truly special man who couldn’t have Cost $10 per person Covers cost of food and venue Bancroft-Wickens, Deedee $10 per person croft-Wickens, Deedee Free quotes, phone ScottCost Cost been more prouder of his family. A service $10 per person Covers the cost of food and venue son, Scott Dawson, Scott Please bring along your friends Covers the cost of food and venue Cost $10 per person Cost $10 per person eson, Penny to celebrate Ray’s life will be held at the Dickeson, Penny 021 02983216 Covers the cost Covers the costvenue ofbring food venue Please along friends Please bring along your theand cost ofyour food andfriends venue of food andCovers geveen, Heather Roggeveen, Heather Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Please bring along your friends ng, Lisa Please bring along your friends Please bring along your friends Strong, Lisa Streets, at 1pm Monday June 17, followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium. f Representative Staff Representative FREE WORKSHOP

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ADAIR, Robin James: Died peacefully at Wairau Hospital, with family at his side, on Wednesday June 12, 2019. Aged 65 years. Loved father of Aurora and her partner Nico, loved grandad of his grandson Recaro and 2-day-old granddaughter Silvia. Loved son of the late Robin and Isobel, loved brother and brother-in-law of Liz and Rob Abbott (Amberley), Sandra and Bruce Calder (Tarras). A much-loved uncle and great uncle. Messages may be sent to the Adair Family, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240. A special thanks to all those who have shown their love and support to Robin on his journey, especially Wairau Hospital. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Parkinsons Marlborough would be appreciated and may be sent to 25 Alfred Street, Blenheim 7201. A memorial service for Robin will be held at a later date. Respectfully cared for by GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719

ADAIR, Robin James: Beloved and special friend of Jane and Chris Abbott. Thank you for the memories, the many special moments and all that your journey has taught us. Rest well Robin. BODDINGTON, Daphne Frances: On Sunday June 9, 2019, at Maxwell Lifecare, peacefully with family at her side. In her 99th year. Loved wife of the late Dick, loved mother and mother-in-law of Allan and Marie, the late Brian, and Faye and Marty Cole. Cherished grandmother of Vicki and Lisa; Craig, Aaron and Brett; Corey and Dion. Great Grandma of Siena, Harper, and Millar; Grace, Mikiya and Isaac; Mitchell and Robert; Cassie, Braden and Jayton. Messages to the Boddington Family, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240. Special thanks to the staff at Maxwell Lifecare for their wonderful care of Daphne. A funeral service for Daphne will be held at St. Luke’s Anglican Church, Ferry Road, Spring Creek at 2.00pm on Thursday June 20, followed by private cremation at the Sowman Crematorium. Respectfully cared for by GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719

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MILLS, Miriam Edith: On 11 June 2019, peacefully at Wairau Hospital, after a short illness. In her 95th year. Loved wife of the late Stan. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Susan and Ivan Kerr; David and Katherine Mills (U.K.). Loved grandmother of Madeleine and Hannah; Juliet, Alexander and Hester. Loved great grandma to all her great grandchildren. Messages to 32 Seaview Crescent, Picton 7220 or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz A celebration of Miriam’s life will be held at the Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Picton on Tuesday 18 June at 1.30pm followed by private cremation. CLOUDY BAY FUNERAL SERVICES BLENHEIM F.D.A.N.Z.

WILLIAMS, Maureen Alice: On 10 June 2019, peacefully at Redwood Lifestyle Village, Blenheim, in her 88th year. Very dearly loved wife of the late Mot, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Christine (Christchurch) Barry (Christchurch), Kay (deceased) and Chris Flaherty (Blenheim). Loved Grand-ma of Scott and Emma; Phil and Steph; and Ben; Laura and Jock; Thomas and Sam, and great grand-ma of Jake. A loved sister, sister-in-law and aunty. Messages to c/- PO Box 9 Blenheim 7240 or www. cloudybayfunerals.co.nz The family woud like to thank the staff at Redwood Retirement Village for their professional and loving care. In lieu of flowers a donation to Life Flight Trust c/- PO Box 14-449 Wellington 6241 would be appreciated or may be made at the service. A Requiem Mass will be celebrated at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Maxwell Road, Blenehim on Monday 17 June at 2.30pm followed by private cremation. CLOUDY BAY FUNERAL SERVICES BLENHEIM F.D.A.N.Z.

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Friday June 14, 2019

SPORTS TALK With Jacob Page

Read a shell of himself ahead of World Cup It is fortunate the Rugby World Cup is this year because if it was 12 months later, All Blacks captain Kieran Read would not be part of it. The big No 8 who’s made a career out of a high work-rate and deft handling skills was a mere passenger in the Crusaders’ 66-0 win over the Melbourne Rebels in Christchurch, on Saturday night.

Even with his teammates steamrolling the opposition, Read looked lost, a shell of his former impactful self and if we’re all honest, that’s how he’s looked for the entire 2019 season. Read looked so out of place that even with the tryline at his mercy, he dropped the ball cold. A player known for his high rugby

IQ and silky passing, particularly in contact, appears to be losing the battle to the undefeated Father Time. I don’t expect the All Blacks coaches to cut Read so close to the apex tournament of the four year cycle but if he was a fringe All Black trying to win a spot on the plane to Japan, he’d be getting a thanks but

no thanks message on his cellphone. Perhaps getting into the All Blacks environment will help him rediscover his game, but with that comes the added responsibility of captaincy - something he doesn’t have to worry about at the Crusaders. The All Blacks are the best team in the world but make no mistake, there are more cracks in this team

than either 2011 or 2015 and an ageing, out of form captain is definitely one of them. It’s a question of whether Read has anything left in the tank or whether his body is finally waving the white flag after a punishing career. By the looks of it at the moment, I know which one I think is happening.

Jack heading to national champs By Celeste Alexander Sixteen-year-old Jack Bugler is no stranger to swimming sports. He’s been swimming and earning medals with the Special Olympics Marlborough team for a number of years, and as of a year ago, competitively with the Blenheim Swimming Club. The hours he puts into his training each week has seen him reach the next level of competition, by qualifying for the NZ National Championship next week in Auckland. The 2019 Aon Open Championships is being held from June 17-21. Jack was entered on behalf of the Blenheim Swimming Club after making the qualifying times for the Para

Jack Bugler, 16, is competing at the Aon NZ Open Championship for swimming in Auckland next week. Photo provided.

Swimming class. Coach Jenni Gane says that Jack is in his first season of competitive swimming and his confidence has grown. “From a coach’s perspective, the NZ Open Championships is the pinnacle competition for swimming within NZ, and an opportunity for the best swimmers in NZ to come together for five days of competition. “Athletes have put in months of training… and with Jack he now is training seven pool sessions per week (approx 12hours) in the build up to this competition,” she says. Jack’s mother Susan Bugler says he is very excited and everyone has been hugely supportive of him.

Nelson on top in eight-ball clash The Marlborough Pool Association hosted this year’s annual 8-ball pool clash against Nelson, and iconic tournament that has been running for nearly 40 years and held alternately between the two regions. This year Nelson took home the B Grade Trophy, despite huge efforts from Marlborough second teams, particularly the relatively inexperienced Ladies B Team whose three new players, Janine Kennedy, Bridget Nolan and Ngaia Gill, showed solid performances. The freshly formed team proved they will quickly be a force to be reckoned with. Marlborough retained the A Grade Trophy with com-

fortable 9-3 wins by both the men and women, and also the Aggregate Trophy, awarded to the team with the most frames overall. Selectors Peter Chandler and Celia Bason were thrilled with how their teams performed, displaying great sportsmanship with skills to match. In B Grade the recently wed Debbie Etheridge turned in a stunning performance to win the only match, and a singles no less, in the Marlborough Ladies B vs Nelson Ladies A match. In the Mens B Grade, Paul Enright and Padam Adhikan took the only two singles wins from their match against the Nelson Mens A Team.

Cuddon Cycling meets Cuddon Cycling meets tomorrow, Saturday, at 1.30pm at Waihopai Valley Road (opposite Grove Mill Winery), for an open grade 40km handicap event. Junior under 17 grade

16km handicap event. Open $5, Junior $3. Please assemble at 1pm. All welcome. On Monday meet at 4pm at Athletic Park for school cycling training and coaching.

Nicole Chauval and Mary Landon-Lane were top performers for the A Grade women with four wins from four matches. Malcolm Anderson and Andrew Hickey from the Marlborough Mens A team were also unbeaten, alongside dominating teammates Greg Croudis and Ceri Worts, who were the day’s most outstanding player, neither losing a single frame over the whole day and showing superb control of the white ball. It was a monumental effort by all players and a fun day Kimmy MacDonald competing for enjoyed by hosts and guests alike. Special thanks to the Pete Chandler lines up a shot in the eight-ball Marlborough in the annual pool clash against Nelson. Clubs of Marlborough cater- tournament. ing and bar staff. Mary Landon-Lane was one of the top performers for the Marlborough A Grade women. Road bike (preferred) or mountain bike. Build up for school events. Year 7 upwards. For details contact Warren Ph 5791991, or Graham, Ph 578 9921.

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Friday June 14, 2019

Records tumble in Mt Vernon Traverse It was a frosty morning – minus two degrees at 6am – when Marlborough Harrier Club members set up the course for the iconic Mt Vernon Grand Traverse on Sunday. However, by the time racing started it had warmed up to a toasty 12 degrees, although it was cooler on the ridges, with the wind chill factor. Still, runners and walkers are a hardy bunch and there were smiles all round at the finish, Harrier Club publicity officer, Les McKay, says. “The conditions of the course were the best we have had for many years, so records were on the line on all events,” Les says. The main event, the Mt Vernon Grand Traverse 18km to the top of the Wither Hills skyline, with its peak on Mt Vernon, was won by club member George Varney, a student at Marlborough Boys’ College, in a time of 1:12:05, beating his last years’ time of 1:16:04. George also beat the course record of 1:13:24 set in 2012 by Jeremy McKenzie. Not too far behind was Sam Hansby in 1:13:23. Sam also broke the record by 0:00:01. He was followed by Harry Carrick in 1:20:18. In the women’s race Megan Graham came in first in a time of 1:21:37 and 5th overall, beating her own course record of 1:23:04 set in 2016. Katie Malthus was second in 1:1:36:20 and Jeanette Landers third in 1:40:36. In the 11km fun Run/Walk, Philip Taylor blitzed the men’s field in a

Harrier Club member George Varney on his Megan Graham came in first and beat her own way to setting a new course record in the Mt Philip Taylor blitzed the men’s field in the 11km course records in the women's race. Vernon Grand Traverse on Sunday. fun Run/Walk.

time of 0:50:33, but did not beat the course record of 0:47:31 set in 2016 by Jeremy McKenzie. Lucan Orchard followed in 0:56:31 and Andrew Gifford was third in 0:59:16. In the 11km women’s race Lucy

Harman was first in 0:58:50 and 3rd overall, breaking the course record last held by Emily Marfell 0:59:43 in 2018. Not bad for a 16-year-old. Second was Cat Manson in 0:59:18 and third Robyn Deane in 1:01:07.

In the 2km Kids Challenge girls Katherine de Zwart took line honours in 0:09:36 with Katie Pugh in 0:9:36 sharing 1st place and third was Melody Johnston in 0:11:07. For 2km Kids Challenge boys

Cashel King won in 0:10:32, Corbinian Merkle 2nd in 0:10:43 and Joel Laurance third in 0:10:56. Of course the children needed a challenge so their race was 2km along the base of the Wither Hills on an out and in course.