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Year in review

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Many of the biggest news stories this year, including supply chain disruptions, economic uncertainty and the adoption of hybrid work-from-home practices, are repercussions from the COVID-19 global pandemic.

However, from a local viewpoint Marlborough people shared their business, cultural and sporting success across the region. What is news? It is people.

Journalist Chris Valli reflects back on an eventful 12 months for Marlburians.

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• January • • Nigel Perry was awarded the Queen’s Service Medal for service to tennis and table service.

• Dashing Major, wins the Blenheim Sun Marlborough Cup at the Marlborough Harness Racing Club meeting.

• Blenheim businesswoman Kamni Raju-Russell donates a portion of her sales to the Red Cross to help the Tongan community after tsunami hits.

• February • • Smart Machine founders Nicholas Gledhill, Walter Langlois and Andrew Kersley create an ‘Oxin machine’ to transform the local viticulture sector through local carbon emissions.

• Enzo Gray walks the country to raise money for nurses after his mother died from leukaemia.

• Blenheim doctors call for additional support for GPs with health system understaffed from Covid.

• • march • Marlborough principals call on the Government to address increased workload.

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• april • • The Graeme Dingle Foundation’s Drop for Youth fundraiser gains momentum with MGC students taking the plunge.

• Springlands Lifestyle Village resident Daphne Hayes turns 104.

• RSA’s John Capill and his role as District Welfare Manager encourages veterans to seek support and help.

• may • • Blenheim Rotary President James Wiley calls on local vendors to work collaboratively with a Brayshaw Market set up.

• Grape grower Graeme Giles loses $20,000 in a sophisticated Kiwibank phone banking scheme.

• Blenheim Musical Theatre’s Les Miserables opens up to a full house.

• Future of Work Conference returns to the Events Centre.

• June • • Rai Valley’s John Horton saves a woman’s life after an anaphylactic reaction.

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Year in review

ABOVE: Marlborough Cricket says equal pay agreement for women’s cricketers is a great incentive and pathway.

LEFT: Enzo Gray walks the country to raise money for nurses af- Blenheim’s Cora McConnell speaks about ter his mother died her ovarian cancer journey and alternative from leukaemia. treatment options in Germany.

Blenheim mental health advocate George Glover announces a 300 km swim from Christchurch’s New Brighton Pier - Whites Bay in January 2023 to raise $100,000 for the I am Hope charity.

• July • • Mary Hart, 2019 Kiwibank local hero declares herself homeless and sleeping in her car.

• Marlborough Cricket says equal pay agreement for women’s cricketers is a great incentive and pathway.

• Local Louise Smith who suffers from PTSD says the Manu Ora Health team saved her life.

• Hark and Zander owner Kirsty Harkness benefits from industrial hemp in her hemp oil skincare business.

• August • • Blenheim mental health advocate George Glover announces a 300 km swim from Christchurch’s New Brighton Pier - Whites Bay in January 2023 to raise $100,000 for the I am Hope charity.

• Green light for Santa Parade with Pure Events Marlborough picking up Christmas parade.

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• Hope Walk’s Barry Neal talks about talking and losing his son to suicide.

• Blenheim’s Cora McConnell speaks about her ovarian cancer journey and alternative treatment options in Germany.

• SPCA Renwick calls on Marlborough locals to desex their dogs.

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• Blenheim Musical Theatre’s cabaret show Blue Eyes opens.

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Marlborough’s Sporting Review 2022 saw Marlburians to the fore on and off the sports field with a number of college students and club players rising to the occasion.

Chris Valli chose his picks of the year.

Marlborough Girls’ College Year 11 s tu d e nt M a d d y Sinclair placed third in the Cycling New Zealand National Cyclocross Championships, held in Christchurch.

GRIM TIMES: Awatere rugby committee member Andrew Lawson says the reality is that they just didn't have the numbers to sustain this season after joining forces with Moutere in 2021. Awatere/Moutere withdrew from the Marlborough rugby competition in February.

Wairau rower Kobe Miller was selected in Rowing NZ's Elite Development squad where he will be based in Cambridge for the next 12 months. Kobe was nominated for the Marlborough Sportsman of the Year Award at the Marlborough Convention Centre.

B l e n h e i m's Te n Pi n bowler Rawiri Hawker prepares for the NZ Special Olympics Summer Games in Hamilton.

ABOVE: HAKA TIME: Marlborough Boys’ College First XV members Cohen Stewart, Bray Taumoefolau, Nikau Peipi, Hugh Robinson, Jake Pacey and Cooper Roberts face Nelson College last week.

Nelson won 26-10.

RIGHT: Tasman prop Tyrel Lomax tackles Wellington’s Vaea Fifita during the Mitre 10 Cup premiership final in Nelson in 2019. New Zealand Rugby’s (NZR) announcement of three game innovations to be trialled for the 2023 community rugby season was warmly welcomed by the Tasman Rugby Union.

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M BC Ye ar 10 student Charlie Boon and his first place in the NZ Oxford Development Speedway Championships.

The Tasman Districts U18 hockey team for the national tournament in Palmerston North, July 10 - 16. MBC students Ben Armstrong, Sam Hamilton and Charlie Renner were in the squad.

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Sun readers have their say... with the WORD on the Street.

Q: What’s your New Year’s resolution?

Aaron Falvey Blenheim To make another film feature.

Kamni Raju-Russell Blenheim Spend more time with people and doing things that empower me.

Glenn Kirby Blenheim To win some silverwear playing golf.

Bridget McNamara Blenheim To look after my body and get into the outdoors more.

Sarah Clark Blenheim To simplify my life, if that’s possible. Life is crazy busy these days, something has got to give next year.

Maria Hammond Blenheim To really work on putting some of my needs first. Can’t fill anyone else’s cup if mine is empty.

Rock Bottom Finalist Sydney Film Festival

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ROCK BOTTOM is one of 14 finalists for the Sydney Lift-Off Film Festival.

Shot in July 2021 at Blenheim’s Sawmill Studio (Waters Avenue) the entire set was built and spearheaded by Roger Wadham.

Director Aaron Falvey says after 10 years of directing other people’s scripts, he decided to challenge himself and attempt writing a screenplay.

“What you see before you is the end result, Rock Bottom. Being able to direct

something I know so intricately was very satisfying and allowed me to take an even deeper look into the characters’ minds,” he says.

Aaron says the synopsis for the film was a conceptual piece for a feature film idea he wanted to expand.

“The nucleus of the story is to raise awareness of brain injuries, as well as the self-doubt one can cast upon themselves during difficult times. In this case, Jimmy becomes aware of his big decision he has to make about retirement from the sport.

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

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Message from the Harbourmaster Summer is upon us again, and we are already seeing increasing numbers of boats out in the Marlborough Sounds. With more people out and waterways busier, it is important that everyone is safe, considerate and can enjoy their time off.

There are a few simple steps you can take to help ensure you are safer out on the water.

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Whether you’re on a boat, jetski or kayak it’s important you prep your gear, check the weather and know the rules. It pays to be prepared because when you’re on the water things can go wrong very quickly.

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Collisions at sea can be catastrophic and wake from speeding boats can be dangerous too. Consider the safety of other water users and always operate at a safe speed. It’s not just good sense, it’s also the law. A safe speed means being able to take action to avoid collision and stop in a safe distance. Slowing down may be the easiest way to reduce risk and ensure you get home safely.

Navigation lights

If you’re navigating at night or in restricted visibility, make sure you have working navigation lights.

The purpose of navigation lights is to ensure other vessels can see you at night and take appropriate action to avoid collision or prevent a close quarters situation from developing.

Harbour patrols

The Harbour Patrol vessels will be out on the water almost every day over summer. We want you to have a safe and enjoyable time on the water so if we see unsafe activity on the water we will intervene. If you’re stopped

by Harbour Patrol for breaching maritime rule or bylaw you will be asked for your name and address and may be liable for a fine.

Encouraging safe speed is a particular focus for Harbour Patrol this summer, particularly in high risk areas. Some of these have been marked with yellow 5 knot buoy markers and you must always operate under 5

The Harbour Patrol vessels will be out on the water almost every day over summer knots in these areas. Vessels that operate at higher speeds in high risk areas or within 200 meters of shore are putting others at risk and should expect a fine of $200.

We are also operating radar speed cameras in a number of locations including Picton, Waikawa, Havelock Channel and the Wairau River. These cameras are fully calibrated and are being used for enforcement purposes.

For boaties exiting Waikawa this summer, please remember there is the Waikawa Marina extension.

As this becomes operational, boaties need to keep an eye out for vessels approaching and departing from the marina.

For those who enjoy time off and use Jet Skis, please remember the same rules about speed apply. This means no more than 5 knots within 200m of the shore or within 50m of another boat, person or raft in the water.

Most importantly, we want you to enjoy your time off and be safe out on the water.

More information on navigation rules and bylaws can be found on the MDC website in the Harbours section, on the Marlborough Cruise Guide app or on the Marine Mate app.

Ngakuta Bay Ski Lanes What’s New After discussions with the Ngakuta Bay Boating Club and Community Association the Marlborough District Council Harbours Office have reinstated a safer water skiing environment.

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• Keep to the correct side of the lane for your direction of travel.

• Enter and leave a lane at right angles to the shore.

• Always have an observer in the towing vessel watching the skier at all times. The skipper of the boat cannot fulfil this responsibility.

Designated water ski lanes have been established by the Harbourmaster. These lanes allow high speed access to and from the shore for the purpose of water skiing only. Lanes are marked with orange and black posts on shore and orange and black buoys. Refer to the banner on the right on general rules for access lanes.

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• Ensure your conduct within a lane never endangers other persons or vessels.

• Never water ski at night.

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75 years of marriage ... a splendid occasion indeed Blenheim couple Les and Betty Smith celebrated their 75th wedding anniversary on Tuesday, December 20. Journalist Chris Valli spoke to them about the key to a successful marriage and the secret to their wonderful life together.

1947 - 2022. 75 years. It’s a lifetime and then some.

What’s that saying? Behind every great man there is a great woman?

The saying is more than apt for Les and Betty Smith as it seems indeed that the success to their 75 years of marriage stems from the old school values of kindness and love, let alone the unconditional love and support they have both given each other.

In good times and bad, sickness and health.

“You have arguments, you have problems, you have to respect each other and that is what it’s all about.”

Les and Betty were both born and bred in Westport. The town was established in 1861 and is the oldest European settlement on the West Coast. The current population of Westport as of June 2022 was 4,290. It was two locals in 1947 that got locals ‘chin wagging’ about a marriage that has seen the test of time.

Les says he first met a then 12-yearold Betty when he was delivering bottled milk for what was then called the ‘United Dairies’. United Dairies was a former United Kingdom-based creamery, milk bottling and distribution company.

“All the (state) schools got milk in those days,” he recalls. “She wanted to go for a ride on the motorised cart and truck, so I took her for a ride.”

Betty worked in the local Westport dress shop, owned by Les’ Dad’s sister.

A booklet highlighting the couples marriage which featured images of the past including their 50th and 75th wedding anniversary.

A builder for many years, Les worked for the Ministry of Works where among his many feats he helped build the St Joseph’s Hotel in Westport and the bridges in the Buller Gorge.

The New Zealand Ministry of Works and Development, formerly the Department of Public Works and often referred to as the Public Works Department was founded in 1876 and disestablished and privatised in 1988.

For many years the Public Works Department undertook most major construction work in New Zealand, including roads, railways and power stations.

Daughter Pauline says when her father got to 60-years of age, he

decided to move to Blenheim as he thought, ‘he wouldn’t live that very long’ and to be closer to her and her own husband.

“He thought he was dying,” Pauline laughs.

The couple had four children including oldest Pauline. Pauline says her parents greatest attributes to the marriage is that Les has always looked after Betty through helping her cook and looking after the house maintenance and domestics.

“They really care for each other,” she says. “They are a very loving couple and they absolutely love their grandchildren (seven) and great grandchildren (twelve).”

The couple now reside at Red-

wood Care Centre and Village in Cleghorn Street.

A card addressed to them both sits on the counter in Les’ room from one King Charles III and spouse Camilla, Queen Consort of the United Kingdom which reads “I am delighted to hear that you are celebrating the Seventy Fifth Anniversary of your wedding day and send you my warm congratulations and good wishes on this splendid occasion.” Yes, it’s a big deal alright.

When 95-years-young Betty is asked what is Les’ greatest quality she considers the question with poise and purpose. Betty was 20 when she got married. “He’s very kind and thoughtful. I know we

were very young when we got married,” she reflects.

Les is emphatic when asked the same question. “At the moment, she is the boss,” he laughs. “You have arguments, you have problems, you have to respect each other and that is what it’s all about.”

“Go ahead and get married. The best thing about marriage is having a family, and enjoying playing games with the kids growing up,” says Les. So how would they define love?

“You have your arguments and then you make up. I don’t think couples these days work on it enough. They have an argument and then they’re divorced. You have to work on it.”

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Enjoying waterways this summer The Marlborough region contains numerous rivers, streams and back-country lakes we enjoy when getting out and about, particularly over summer.

Check, Clean, Dry Programme Manager for the Top of the South, Elaine Asquith, says it’s fortunate that we can enjoy these beautiful locations year-round.

“We’re asking anyone coming into contact with freshwater or moving between waterways, whether fishing, boating, tramping, swimming, biking or driving to be extra vigilant about cleaning their gear. Didymo was the big name a few years back that inspired us all to ‘Check, Clean Dry’. It‘s still a factor but it goes well beyond just didymo.

We need to look after our waterways every time we have an adventure, so that in 50 years’ time we can still enjoy them.

For more information on how to Check Clean Dry for your activity, take a look at the extensive range of resources at www. mpi.govt.nz/outdoor-activities/ boating-and-watersports-tips-toprevent-spread-of-pests/checkclean-dry/

Hopai Sports returns

By Chris Valli

A regular favourite is back on the community calendar for families in the New Year.

The Hopai Sports Pelorus Sound Family Picnic and Sports Day is on Saturday, January 7 after a two year gap due to Covid.

Pelorus Sound Sports Club President Mike Gerard says the sports day is held on their family farm so they have been involved since purchasing the land in 1980. 2020 was the centenary for the sports day.

Mike says the day is important to families because it is a traditional family fun picnic day, which is non-commercial and everyone can compete in a setting that is beautiful and unique.

There will be food stalls, boat races and wood chopping while other activities include gumboot throwing, tug-o-war and field races for all ages. A prize giving and BBQ will follow at 4pm.

“No one event is more popular than the rest as all are keenly participated in and enjoyed by both crowd and participants.

The best thing is seeing families having so much fun on the day and the efforts our hard working volunteer committee have put on.”

Mike says for locals and families that are keen to take part to check road conditions on the Marlborough District Council website. For boaties, a landing barge is being provided by Johnson’s Barge Service. Limited seats are available on the Pelorus Mail Boat, phone (03) 574 1088.

The day starts at 10am onwards. Adults are $5 with children under 12 free. For more information www.facebook.com/ HopaiSports

The Hopai Sports Pelorus Sound Family Picnic and Sports Day is on Saturday, January 7 after a two year gap due to Covid.

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Ritual Cafe Come and see the team at our relaxed retro cafe, where a great vibe is always on offer. Along with healthy, delicious food we offer a breakfast menu and cabinet food including vegan and gluten free options. There’s a large selection of drinks plus look out for our summer salad options in the cabinet daily.

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Anatoki Salmon fishing & cafe Come find a magical spot on Lake Anatoki to cast your line and land your lunch. Free use of fishing gear and no experience required. Have your salmon hot smoked or sliced into sashimi ready to eat in the cafe. Feel the thrill of catching your own food!

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Happy holidays from the Omak a Aviation Heritage Centre! Sharing the stories of the men and women behind the magnificent flying machines of WW1 and WW2, Omaka is where history takes flight!

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EDWIN FOX Maritime Museum and Ship. Come and explore the decks and depths of the last remaining convict ship, the relics found onboard and the stories of the people who sailed on her. An all weather family friendly activity. Open every day from 9am. Dunbar Wharf, Picton Foreshore. 035736868.

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txt talk with The Sun Re Smoked out

Hospitality

I’ve quite liked the smell of a brisket being cooked, it’s hardly been billowing huge clouds of smoke. Should the gentleman find a way of using his heat pump to cook it, it may save me having to buy a smoker.

Re last weeks txt about hospitality places closing over the Christmas/New Year break, yes I’ve seen some saying that too and very surprised.

Of course we understand you are tired, stressed, lacking staff maybe, (like a lot of businesses) but isn’t this the industry you have chosen to be in and normally open to provide for locals and visitors over the holiday break?

Make hay while the sun shines?

Dragons

Not for dogs

I loved seeing the dragons in the Christmas Parade. As a Christian immigrant to New Zealand I think it’s wonderful that together we can celebrate our cultural diversity.

Especially at a Christmas event because Jesus came to save people from every nation.

Symbols change over time and also have different meaning in different contexts and to different people.

Seek to find out from the Chinese Community why they chose the dragon for their float - the answers may surprise you.

Picton residents living near Endeavour Park need to keep your dogs out, it’s not a dog exercise area.

Should know the MDC dog policy.

Theft To the horrible person that stole my big mat out of my garage in Faulkland drive. It might just be a mat to you but I have had it for years.

A best mate gave it to me years ago and she died of cancer.

There was so much in the garage you could have taken. But no you stole the mat. Hope you are happy because I’m not.

Geography lesson A recent texter commented on a bus making a right turn from Wither Road into Maxwell Road.

This is impossible as Maxwell Road ends at Hospital Road. It would have been turning right into Taylor Pass Road, which begins at Hospital Road.

Could be used against society Definition please!

This news statement “it’s the new maori way of doing things”, then resigning after all was done contracts worth millions awarded uncontested for fear of being accused of racism.

How far will this criminal precedence now be used against society. There is no way back unless we all act now!

Come on folks, chop chop, this is clear and present community public danger.

Life should mean life We need a strong government in power who can stop all this PC crap and when someone murders a person they get life, meaning they are in jail till they die, like in the USA and shackle them while in court no privileges do the same as the states.

These people know they will get out after 10 years so don’t give a toss for a life.

Governments need to stop throwing money in areas its not needed and build more prisons for lifers.

Eyes open!

Be vigilant team Blenheim. A lot of thieving going on from local properties it seems.

Everything from plants, pots, cars etc Some people have no conscience.

Hospo For those hospo businesses taking a break, I applaud you. Yes, look after your team, give them a rest, let them be with family and friends.

A brave move on your part given the inevitable backlash, but I think you’re doing the right thing. See you in the New Year!

Boxing Day sales Boxing Day sales - do they still exist? Used to be a day to look forward to, even for the kids wanting to spending some Xmas money.

Or getting some bargains to take on holiday.

I don’t see many businesses advertising to target this day of sale nowadays.

Re St John name What do you mean “give us a fair go”? Except for the dual name - all of that subscription letter was in English. Read back through this newspaper - >98% in English.

Even Maori language in the evening news (which seems to upset some people) is absolutely miniscule compared to English. Good grace - it’s delusional to think we (English/ Non-Maori) are not getting a “fair go” here.

Blenheim CBD When are we going to see some revitalisation in the CBD. Currently the town is looking tired, closed shops, dirty foot paths, disgusting toilets - the worst two are Horton Park and the dirty graffiti ridden toilet by the crossing on Seymour St. Market St and Queen St are desperately in need of being pedestrianised. Today’s vehicles SUVs and Utes are clogging these streets and people, particularly the pensioners, are prime candidates for an accident waiting to happen.

Talk of the week Be patient The roads will be busy during the holidays. Please be patient with other road users. You won’t get there any quicker by speeding. Just relax, and adjust your expectations.

Live in the moment and enjoy the journey!

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Countdown bricks I no longer collect these myself however I have been saying yes recently and gifting them to mums and children in the shop, what a smile this does bring to them. So instead of saying no, say yes and gift to others, the response is priceless!

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Stolen lilies My wife buys exotic lily bulbs, plants and nurtures them in our John St. garden, only for some mean person to steal some of the heads as they come into flower. If you go into a home near us and see some lovely lilies, there is a possibility that they were stolen.

Thank you Thank you to all the caring staff at the Vets Marlborough for looking after Orange, very much appreciated.

ASB Theatre window Yes it’s taken a few months to fix, but come on....have you tried to get hold of a Tradie recently?

They are all short-handed and over-worked.

Focus on the positives. The world-class team at the Theatre have done a fantastic job navigating what I imagine has been a very difficult 3 years. Shows being postponed, cancelled, etc.

Let’s be more supportive.

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Tākaka Cohousing is a community led housing development based in Golden Bay, Tasman. They are currently building 34 homes and a common house. 32 of those homes are already sold.

Spokesperson Sarrah Jayne says they have two homes left for sale and are starting plans for their second stage of another 30 homes.

The term ‘Cohousing’ is described as people coming together to build a neighbourhood that embodies particular values. These values are generally linked to a shared vision for living in a certain way.

More often than not the values are around living in a way that increases connectivity, the spirit of looking out for one another and in a way that is environmentally-conscious.

Sarah, who is also a Cohousing resident, says her role is in the community engagement and meeting

people who are interested in living in Cohousing and helping raise awareness of Cohousing as a choice for a way of living.

“We chose to live in Cohousing for the benefits it gives us as a family. I am surrounded by people who care for my children, love to share food and get different perspectives. And we have people from all generations living together. I love good conversation over a cup of tea and this gives me lots of opportunities for that.

“I also believe that the ways we do property development currently are very narrow. There is either an individual or a profit driven developer building a home. This way we get input into what our homes look like, how they are built and with what materials and who our neighbours are.”

Sarah says Cohousing reaps the cost benefit of sharing resources and building collectively to reduce cost.

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profit and so the houses are more affordable. We also have access to a common house even though our houses are also self-contained with their own kitchens and bathrooms.

“There is a possibility that any residentially zoned piece of land could be used for cohousing instead of single plots. We are working on a model for cohousing here in Tākaka that can be replicated in other regions. The Tasman District Council has been very supportive,” she says.

To find out more about cohousing https://www.takakacohousing.co.nz/ Or come to one of their summer events; site tour – January 7, 1-3pm for an opportunity to see the building site in progress. There is also an online presentation on Zoom, January 9, 5.30pm - Find out more about their progress and plans for neighbourhood two.

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Locals were certainly in the retail zone leading up to Christmas with nationwide chains such as Warehouse, Farmers and Briscoes the hot spots among many.

Lucy McConway knows what she wants for Christmas Day.

Four-year-old Gabby and Dad Ash Flintoff.

Glenn Kirby from Bayleys Marlborough doing some client deliveries for Christmas in Springlands last week - "It turns out the dogs love seeing me too."

Lorraine and Paige Horne looking for a bargain.

Serina Esposito with some colourful goodies.

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Stacey, Luca and Miles Green grabbing a bargain at the Warehouse.

Angie Fergusson all set for potential travel over the holiday season.

End of year drinkies: Katie Ramsay-Davies, Raramai Nicklin, Lyn Cunningham, Jullie Cadwallender and Meg Martin.

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Giesen New Year Regatta 2023 After staging the increasingly popular Women’s Regatta, the Waikawa Boating Club team are looking forward to staging their flagship event, the Giesen New Year Regatta. Set down for 7 and 8 January, the event traditionally attracts a strong fleet across the racing divisions.

A spokesperson for Giesen says “after the success of the 2020 and 2021 Regattas we had no hesitation in continuing our support of this key event. Like Giesen Wines, the Waikawa Boating Club continues to adapt and thrive in a challenging environment. It’s great to see a club such as Waikawa flourishing and we’re proud to be a factor in that success”.

Entries from boats based in central New Zealand have already been received as well as a number of entries from the host club. With the Regatta expected to attract a fleet of 30+ boats across the divisions, the scene is set for action aplenty on the waters off Waikawa, commencing with the Ray White Invitation race on Friday 6 January and

concluding on Sunday 8 January.

Central to the regatta is the attraction of Queen Charlotte Sound. Club Commodore Sue van Velzen says “We are primed and ready to welcome Regatta entrants from our own fleet and out of town entrants alike, with boats and crews coming from Canterbury, Nelson, Wellington and further afield.

It’s always a friendly event with great camaraderie amongst crews and numerous volunteers making the weekend a highlight on our club calendar.

This year we have several new boats competing, looking to challenge the old favourites.

The Friday evening Ray White Invitation race will see the yachts competing for the first time together and often shakes the cobwebs as the crews familiarise themselves with both the boat and our unique Sounds sailing conditions.”

Over 200 sailors are expected to take part in the event with many of them visiting from outside Marlborough.

Club Events and Functions Manager

The Giesen New Year Regatta on January 7 and 8 attracts a strong fleet across the racing divisions.

Photo Karmyn Ingram

Julia (Floss) Thomson says “our reputation for delivering a safe, fun, competitive event continues to grow on the back of the Giesen New Year and Evolution Sails Women’s Regattas. With a fort-

night between our regatta and the Tasman Bay regatta we expect to see a great number of Nelson based boats as well as Nelson bound trailer yachts on our waters in early January”.

With daily courses dependent on wind direction, the Regatta is an engaging spectacle with Karaka Point an easily accessible vantage point for the on-the-water activities.

Blenheim Croquets 90th Birthday

U14 girls: (L-R) Amy Wong (manager), Paul Sell (coach), Hayley McCormick, Koko Wong, Lizzy Douthett, Violet Speakman, Jaimie Elrick, Eric Munro (assistant coach), Emma Sell (statistician); Front (L-R) India Nathan, Carys McNabb, Poppy Clark, Gabby Miller, Chloe Sell, Katie Marsh, Libby Senior.

The Blenheim Croquet club had hoped for the usual beautiful sunny summer weather that Blenheim is renowned for in the celebration of its 90th anniversary.

However, the bad weather did not put a dampener on them having a great time with plenty of stories, past photos, memories, smiles, cake and food, plus a little liquid libation, to turn it into a very merry and cheerful affair despite what was going on outside.

With food on offer over 40 of its members still managed to turn up and have a great time.

The short speeches from President Barb Guillemot, longest-serving member Alison Brice and Blenheim Mayor Nadine Taylor helped remind us of where we came from. A few people playing in 1932 in the backyard of one of its members on a site that is now where the council buildings are, to now, a fantastic site in Pollard Park and a club with a healthy membership.

If you see these old codgers out playing croquet on the Pollard Park Croquet lawns braving all types of weather do come and arrange a time to come and join in.

U14 Boys: (L-R) Jett Bennett, Seb Russell, Blake Schofield, Fynn Russell, Ryan Bain, Patrick Mulcahy (coach), Hugo Edsall, Stian Kuun, Jamie Harrison, Hugh Bradley, George Adams, Will Atkinson.

Water Polo club national 14u Tournament Marlborough Water Polo Club teams took part in the National under 14 Division 2 Water Polo Championship in Christchurch recently.

The girls’ team finished a credible second while the boys came 13th.

The boys’ team were unlucky in that they were drawn in a pool of four with the two teams that would eventually go on to contest the final and the team that won the Plate competition. That meant that after the first round of games they were immediately playing for 13th to 15th. This they did with ease, beating both Southland and Sea Wolf to finish the tournament

strongly.

The girls’ team had a tough opening game against Hutt, but ran out 6-4 winners after having trailed 0-3 in the second quarter. They then beat Atlantis City and Otago 8-3 and 11-1 respectively to finish top of their pool and advance to the top eight. A 15-4 victory over North Harbour was followed by a tighter 8-6 win over Rotorua which meant they were in the semi-finals.

They beat Waitakere 14-0 to qualify for the finals with a performance that was outstanding in both attack and defence. Their opponents in the final were Hutt, who had given them their closest

game to that point. Despite playing excellent water polo and dominating possession and chances, they came up against a Hutt goalkeeper, who had an outstanding game and made 13 saves against a strong attack.

The Marlborough defence was also solid, restricting Hutt to long outside shots - five of which landed in the corner of the goal. Marlborough ended up losing 2-5 in what was an incredibly tense game, but came away as very proud silver medallists in a national tournament. The Hutt goalkeeper was named tournament MVP as a result of her performance in the final.

Blenheim Croquet members at the 90th birthday celebrations recently.

Mayor Nadine Taylor was invited to the club’s birthday and talked about the club’s proud history to where they are today.

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The New Zealand Streetstock title is being held on January 6 and 7 at Eastern States Speedway in what will be the biggest meeting of the summer season.

A total of seven local Streetstock drivers will be racing for the New Zealand Title.

Schkiya Klimeck is on the Eastern States Speedway committee and is one of the class representatives. Schkiya says there are over 70 streetstocks registered to race at the title with people coming from Auckland to Invercargill and everywhere in between.

“There will be some fast racing and some hard hits with racing starting at 6pm both nights,” she says. “There are a few people you have to beat, obviously the people in your group but also you have the likes of first in New Zealand, Jono Garthley, The Goochs, and the Kings.” she says.

The main sponsor of the title is Richard Bateman (Motors) a Streetstock driver

himself who will be racing at the New Zealand Title.

The support classes on the Friday are the Youth Ministocks and Production while on the Saturday it will be the Youth Ministocks, Stockcars and Historic Stockcars.

After the title the next club calendar event the Super Saloon Xtreme Series on January 20. There is also a Grand Prix for the Streetstocks in Christchurch at Koken Woodford Glen Speedway on January 13 and then the South Island title for Streetstocks in Nelson at Milestones Homes Top of the South Nelson Speedway on April 1.

Schkiya says there is a colouring contest on the Eastern States Facebook page and also the Eastern States Speedway website.

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sports talk With Jacob Page

Spark goes dark, opportunity missed Spark Sport’s demise has come as a shock to some and an early Christmas present to many.

For Formula One and football fans, there seemed to be some sadness while cricket fans, the sport which Spark Sport was built on, rejoiced.

Ultimately, Spark Sport could not gain the foothold in the psyche of sports fans to remain relevant and

ultimately commercially viable.

TVNZ has brokered a deal to take the cricket coverage for the foreseeable future.

The move will thrill those of an older age who struggled to stream Spark Sport or were simply overwhelmed by the prospect of trying to stream something, that they never tried.

It is also a win for Sky, which essen-

tially gets its sports monopoly back.

Competition is always a good thing, however, Spark Sport’s efforts of covering national sport, I’m talking cricket and rugby world cups, always fell short.

I won’t miss having to flick between Sky and Spark to watch multiple sports at the same time, it was clunky.

Spark’s cricket coverage, in my view, was boring and bland.

It was too similar to what Sky had always offered and did not have the voice of cricket in New Zealand, Ian Smith, in the commentary box.

Spark Sport did have more female voices in cricket which is overall a good thing despite many being average at best in the role.

Maybe Spark Sport was too much too soon.

Either way, they never won over

with their product.

They came in with the public clambering for an alternative to Sky and yet, they managed to screw it up.

Sky now has a chance to renew some relationships with the public.

Spark Sport showed them they can no longer rest on their laurels.

Sky must evolve with their customers. If they don’t, there could be more trouble for them in the future.

All go for Harness racing in January “The Marlborough Harness meeting w i l l give everyone an opportunity to get out and have a great day”, says Marlborough Harness Racing Club chair person Shirley Morrison.

For the public’s enjoyment on Friday, we want a picnic atmosphere, with boot parties and plenty of umbrellas.

On the Sunday, Family Day, the first race will be at noon.

These are two top days to

enjoy with the whole family and friends says Shirley.

We are expecting large fields with a 11 race programme on both days.

The highlight will be on the Sunday with “The Ossie Hickman Memorial/ Taimate Equine Marlborough” Cup, for a stake of $25,000.00 The weekend of racing starts on Friday January 20 with the Twilight Meeting The 2022 Blenheim Sun Marlborough Cup winner Dashing Major with driver John Dunn. Owners Wally and Ellen Power, Geoff Deakins and sponsors Les and Katrina Whiteside of the Blenheim Sun. starting at 2pm.

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