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Rickshaw Runner!

By Bill McElhinney Imagine this: eight days in the freezing cold wrestling a three wheeled rickshaw, a tin can of a vehicle with a tiny engine, over rugged mountain passes with as little preparation as possible.

“It’s an adventure,” says Marlborough winegrower Graeme Giles, who recently returned home after completing the famed Rickshaw Run. The organisers describe the event as a 1100km journey over some of the worst roads in the world, an unsupported adventure where you are putting both your health and life at risk.

“This is what makes it an adventure,” Graeme says.

Continued on page 2.

Graeme Giles in the snowy Himalayas with his tiny rickshaw on his Rickshaw Run adventure.

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Graeme Giles powers his rickshaw through the Himalayan He made it! Graeme Giles and his rickshaw at the finish line after mountain passes on the Rickshaw Run adventure. his eight day, 1100km journey.

Rough ride a real adventure Continued from page 1.

Organised by the Adventurists, a group that organises extreme experiences for thrill-seeking travellers, the Rickshaw Run is the younger sibling of intercontinental motoring race, the Mongol Rally.

Included in the entry fee is a rickshaw decorated with your own design, a massive launch and finish party, some tools and parts, and a crash course in rickshaw driving before the race starts.

Graeme competed in the Himalayan edition of the Rickshaw Run, traversing the world’s highest mountain range in a vehicle with terrible suspension and tiny wheels.

In the eight day journey,

contestants drove from the former imperial summer capital, Shimla, to the high altitude desert city of Leh. The roads there are only open between June and September, when the snow eases off and the weather makes it possible (but still not easy) to cross 5000 metre-high mountain passes.

“There were 15 of us on this Run, with three teams from New Zealand,” Graeme says.

While most travel in teams of two or three, Graeme chose to go on his own, although he did have the others on the route to help him out occasionally, and he reciprocated by taking some of the others as occasional passengers.

“There was nothing flat, it was all over mountain passes on mainly unmaintained gravel roads,” Graeme says.

“You can’t avoid the potholes and you’re lucky to average 10kmh, a lot of it in second gear.

“You have no idea what lies ahead, you just keep going and hope for the best in the freezing cold.

“Each night we would camp at what are called tea houses, which were basically mud brick huts on the side of the road, or sometimes there were tent villages.

“One night 12 of us slept on one long, wooden bench with a few blankets tossed on it.”

At the tea houses there would

be a couple of women cooking on little gas cookers.

“I avoided getting the dreaded Delhi belly, but I did watch what I ate.

“When I arrived in Delhi, it was 42C, and I went from there up to the mountains where it ranged from 18c to 7c and often well below that – sometimes even blizzard conditions!

“And you went from a city crammed with people to people living impoverished lives in the rugged mountains. It was such a contrast.

“It’s a real adventure, because nothing about it is commercialised,” Graeme says.

“You just have to go for it. But if you put your mind to it, you can do it!”

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Watch out for forged $50s

By Bill McElhinney Police are warning people to watch out for forged $50 banknotes.

Blenheim Community Constable, Russ Smith, says local Police have been dealing with fraudulent use of forged banknotes in the last few days.

On Fr iday, t he Pol ice i n Kaikoura arrested an 18 year-old Kaikoura male after he allegedly made two separate visits to a store and on each occasion purchased goods using a forged $50 note.

The man was to appear in court on Monday but failed to show up. A warrant has been issued The front of a $50 note, showing the for his arrest.

On Monday this week, staff at security features to look for. a Marlborough service station realised they had been given if it is a $50 note.”

And don’t try to pass a forged forged $50 notes in two separate note on! Knowingly using a fake transactions.

Christchurch Police have been banknote is a crime.

Forged notes can be identified dealing with reports of forged $50 banknotes for several months by using the following checks: CHECK OUT THE WINand there are reports of dozens of fake $50 notes in circulation in DOWS - Inside the large clear window is a hologram featuring Canterbury.

A Reserve Bank spokesman a fern and a map of New Zealand. said last month that about 350 It also contains the same bird feacounterfeit notes, worth $20,000, tured on the left-hand side of the had been accepted by retailers note. There is also an embossed print denomination below the since late March.

Marlborough Police are warn- hologram.

ALL WASHED UP - Polymer A forged $50 ing the public that these fake notes appear to have made it to notes and their inks are water note. What is our province and anyone being resistant. There should not be any distinctive about offered a $50 note as payment blotches or running of the inks. it is the clear plastic FEEL FOR REAL - Polymer window is glued onto should check it carefully.

“If you believe someone is try- notes have raised printing, which the note and has a 20 ing to pass you a counterfeit note, can be felt when you run your displayed in the clear area instead of 50. don’t accept it and call Police,” fingers over it.

NO FUZZ - All images should Russ says.

“If you take a banknote and appear sharp and well defined – across.

LINE IT UP - When the note later find it is fake, unfortu- not fuzzy and washed out.

CHECK FOR THE CHANGE is held up to the light irregular nately it’s no different from being scammed. There is no compensa- - The colour of the bird changes shapes on the front and the tion. The key is to have a good when the note is tilted, with a back of the note combine like look at the note first, particularly rolling bar going diagonally puzzle pieces to show the note’s

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Mayoral seat contested John Leggett is no longer the only mayoral candidate for the up and coming local government elections in October. Rick Ireland has put forward his nomination to contest the mayoral seat.

Here is the updated list of completed lodgement of nominations.

Blenheim Ward Andrews, Jenny Dawson, Brian Flight, Matt Peters, Mark Roodakker, Gerry Sowman, Thelma Marlborough Sounds Ward Oddie, David Taylor, Nadine Wairau-Awatere Ward Arbuckle, Sally Hope, Gerald Vink, Philip (Independent) NMDHB Forrest, Brigid Hope, Gerald Vallance, Stephen

House escapes serious damage A residential property escaped serious damage yesterday afternoon after emergency services managed to contain and put out a fire in Leitrim Street, Blenheim.

The fire damaged a vehicle and house before fire appliances attended to put it out shortly after 2pm.

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RIP INTO IT - Polymer notes are tough, but most counterfeits are only paper. Moderate force should not start a tear in the note.

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The Beast of Blenheim, Stewart Wilson, will be moving back to Whanganui this month after being granted parole.

He was jailed in 1996 for offending against more than 40 women and girls, then last year sentenced two more years for historic offences.

Stewart will reside in a house located in the grounds of Whanganui Prison.

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Students stand against dangerous driving

By Aimee O’Hagan A group of students at Queen Charlotte College are determined to raise awareness about dangerous driving.

From 10am until 10:30am on Monday morning, members of the school’s student-led Students

Against Dangerous Driving (SADD) committee sectioned off about 20 metres of Picton’s Waikawa Road with cones and police cars.

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cars and handing pens, keyrings, and other goods out to the approximately 120 drivers that passed through, with the simple aim of reminding drivers to stay safe on the roads.

The pupils had worked closely alongside local police officers – including school community officer, Constable Joshua Reidie – to set up the checkpoint, and it was all because head of SADD, Shannon McGlashan, felt she somehow needed to make a difference.

“Pretty much every year I’ve been at the school SADD hasn’t really eventuated into anything...

No one has done anything for it,” Shannon says.

“I was put on the committee this year as a committee member.

“After our head of committee resigned in term two, I decided that I wasn’t going to let it flop.”

She ran into Joshua at a careers evening, “interrogated” him for ideas, and later got in contact with other local police officers to ensure her and Joshua’s ideas came to life.

“We decided we’d do what we call a check point, get the message across, and make it attractive for other new members,” Joshua says.

“Shannon has got the ball

rolling for other schools as well, which is quite a positive thing.”

The year 13 student then proceeded to get fellow QCC pupils, Jack Clerke, Phillip Schulz, and Josh Gregory, to help out at the check point too.

“Every driver I stopped today said that they are all for it,” Shannon says.

“They said, ‘It’s a really good idea, it’s great to see you out here... Even though it’s freezing cold!’

“From my perspective, there’s a lot of people in year 12 and year 13 that are now driving on the roads, whether they be on their restricted, learners, or full license.

“So putting this message out there kind of let’s them know to be safe.”

In Shannon’s opinion, it’s not just drunk driving that is the biggest problem – it’s illegal cell phone use too!

Jack agrees, explaining that the main issues SADD seeks to address and reduce are drunk drivers, unsafe speeds, distractions and risks, people not driving to the conditions, and lack of experience.

From this point onwards, the team hopes to do as much as they can to continue “spreading the message”.

And the parking of the week prize goes to this one at Pak n Save at the weekend. The Sun reader who sent this photo in says there was a dog in the driver's seat, "But he wasn't responsible for this shocking miss."

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

2019 Pre-Election Report available now

Council plants illegally taken from Picton entrance

Council’s 2019 Pre-Election Report is now available. The Report, a requirement under the Local Government Act 2002, provides information to voters and candidates to encourage well-informed discussion on the issues facing Council in the lead up to the October 2019 local body elections.

It summarises Council’s major priorities including its core infrastructure investment and the Marlborough Environment Plan.

It also includes proposed major projects outlined in Council’s 2018-28 Long Term Plan. Council’s financial strategy and rates movements over the past three years feature in the report, along with Council’s financial position for the previous three years, and forecasts for the next three financial years.

Council’s Chief Executive, Mark Wheeler, says the outlook for Marlborough over the next three years is exciting, but significant challenges remain. Balancing the community’s expectations of additional Council activities with our ability to provide core infrastructure is a challenge we will continue to face, however this is an issue, I believe, we are well positioned to meet,” he said.

Mr Wheeler also highlighted Council’s strong balance sheet as evidenced by its Standard and Poors AA (positive credit watch) rating.

Two dozen plants put in by Council in the last 18 months have been illegally taken from a section of road on State Highway 1, near the southern entrance to Picton.

The established plants that were recently removed include red and brown Wharaiki/ Cookianum flax.

Council’s Reserves and Amenities Manager, Jane Tito, says the flax was specifically planted in that area to help beautify the entrance to Picton and reduce ongoing maintenance costs.

“It’s a real shame that someone has decided to illegally remove the flax for their own benefit, just as the plants were reaching maturity,” she said.

While this matter has been referred to the Police, Council encourages anyone who sees this sort of activity to contact Council as soon as possible on Ph: 03 520 7400.

That provides Council with a solid financial base,” he said.

For a full copy of the 2019 Pre-Election Report please visit: www.marlborough.govt. nz/your-council/elections/2019-councilelection/pre-election-report

Rapid response to Fanworm threat Last month, a vigilant vessel owner did the right thing and reported suspected Mediterranean Fanworm on their boat to Council. That afternoon juvenile fanworm was confirmed in areas near the vessels rudder.

Given the vessel’s location, on a swing mooring at the head of Queen Charlotte Sound, it was decided the best option was to treat the vessel in-situ using an encapsulation technique - a first for Council’s Biosecurity Team.

This technique involves encapsulating the vessel with heavy duty plastic to destroy biofouling - including marine pests like fanworm. The operation was carried out by the team’s diver without a hitch and inwater surveillance within the surrounding environment, confirmed there was no other evidence of fanworm in the Grove Arm/ Anakiwa areas.

While the rapid response addressed the threat of the juvenile fanworm growing to maturity in Marlborough, the find was the second in the last three months. To protect our marine ecosystems it’s important that

Speed limit review just around the corner Council will soon review speed limits on local roads across the region.

The district-wide review will help ensure that the speed limits on our local roads are safe and appropriate; however it’s important to be aware that the review excludes State Highways as these are managed by the New Zealand Transport Agency. There will be two stages of public

consultation. The first will begin later this month and will gather the public’s views on road safety issues and speed limits, which will inform the writing of a draft speed bylaw that goes to the Council for adoption in late 2019.

The formal speed bylaw will then be consulted on in early 2020, before a final recommendation is presented to Council.

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boaties only bring vessels with a clean hull into Marlborough.

To find out more about Mediterranean Fanworm, or to report a detection, please visit: www.marlborough.govt.nz/environment/ biosecurity/a-z-of-pests/mediterraneanfanworm-rpmp-2018/?ed-step=1

66 Hebberds Road, Rai Valley - Proposed Road Stopping In exercise of the power contained in section 342(1)(a) of the Local Government Act 1974, and in accordance with the Tenth Schedule of that Act, public notice is hereby given that the Marlborough District Council proposes to stop a portion of legal road containing 0.0403 Ha adjoining Lot 2 DP 426315 Marlborough Land District, and shown as Section 1 on plan SO 536992.

The road to be stopped is currently fenced and included in the applicant’s property. The portion of road is unformed and effectively inside the natural boundary of the property at 66 Hebberds Road, Rai Valley; it has been used over the years as part of that property but never as road and there is seen to be no future need for it as road and the stopping of the road would enable better utilisation of the

While some flax were left intact, the holes in the ground are all that’s left to show of the stolen plants

property.

Should the road stopping be completed the land will be transferred to and amalgamated with the adjoining landowner’s title at market value.

Further details of the proposed road stopping, including the plan of survey showing the portion of road to be stopped, may be inspected at the office of the Marlborough District Council, Seymour Street, Blenheim.

Anyone wishing to object to this proposed stopping can submit a written objection to the Council no later than 5.00pm Thursday, 12 September 2019. The submissions should be addressed to Nicole Chauval, Committee Secretary, Marlborough District Council, PO Box 443, Blenheim 7240 or email nicole.chauval@ marlborough.govt.nz

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Marlborough District Council is seeking registrations of interest (ROI) for the Ward Town Hall Repairs and Upgrade - Contract 18-101. This registration process is to ascertain market interest and capability for a selected tender process to follow this ROI. The contract involves structural strengthening, alterations and refurbishment of the Hall, Ward Street, Ward.

Respondents must include the following in their registrations:

Confirmation of their ability to commence on site in Ward by Monday 4 November 2019.

Previous experience undertaking works of this type and size (light commercial/ public buildings).

Experience in managing health and safety on a larger scale site.

Registrations of Interest close at 5.00 pm on Thursday 29 August 2019.

Registrations should be emailed to: Robyn Searle, email:robyn.searle@ marlborough.govt.nz

Positive Ageing – Depression can strike at any age Depression can have a debilitating effect on older people and, in too many cases, it goes undetected.

Losing a lifetime partner is very destabilising for some people and other health or medication issues can directly affect people’s mood and emotions.

Retirement itself may be a trigger for depression, as can money worries.

Symptoms of depression may include tiredness, weight loss, disturbed sleep and social withdrawal; giving up on hobbies or increasing alcohol or drug use. A number of other health issues, including heart disease, diabetes, cancer and MS can bring about depression and a range of medications can have depressive side effects.

If you, or someone you know, is experiencing any of these symptoms it is important to seek help. Depression and dementia for example can have similar symptoms.

The family GP should be able to help and organisations working on behalf of older people in Marlborough can offer counselling and support.

For more information please contact: • Age Concern Marlborough: Ph: 03 579 3457 • Alzheimer’s Marlborough Centre: Ph: 03 577 6172 • Ministry of Health: Depression Helpline (free) 0800 111 757 • Mental Health Foundation: www. mentalhealth.org.nz

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The Sun Potential killers Its time for positive action... to get killer texting drivers off the road. Lobby your local Member Of Parliament to promote cross party supported legislation to fine each offender $1000, impound their vehicle for 30 days & suspend their licence for 30 days also.

The vehicle and licence being returned only after the fine is paid in full & the 30 day period expires. And let’s get rid of stop/give way sign abusers, drug/alcohol impaired drivers, u turners at intersections, drivers abusing cycle lanes & corner cutters. Potential killers through & through.

Hope for more The so called army huts in south street look very well designed and built, and bring a fresh new look to the street. Let’s hope there is more to come.

Keepers of the land New Zealand belongs to everyone, we all are keepers of this land.

Get a grip Re degrading in south street, get a grip the neighbouring house is like the local car dump yard... street downgraded a long time ago.

Let driving distract you from your phone

txt talk

Astounding

Too simple

Re question for Destination Marlborough. The fact you choose to address this via Text Talk rather than a conversation with them is telling.

All businesses pay rates, what work do you do in the conference space?

What resources (time, money, relationships, competitive rates) do you contribute over and above rates? And most importantly does your property match the requirements of the client?

Your sense of entitlement is astounding.

What about the perimeter of all BLENHEIM roundabouts be painted in reflective white paint. One so you can see them at night and two so it acts as a deterrent to speeding drivers.

Oh yeah, way too simple, obvious and cheap.

Let’s retain a consultant? Make it two!!!

It’s changed A certain fish and chip shop. Has anyone else noticed the change. The previous family were lovely. Always a smile, perfect manners and made you feel welcome.

Shop and food was clean and good. So sad to see this high quality customer service has now gone completely. The food below average.

Wont be going back.

Our lifeline Bowel Cancer. Having recently had a scare, doctors referral and colonoscopy and further checks. We cannot praise the immediate response, informative and dedicated Blenheim hospital staff and specialists enough for their response and treatment.

We are so very lucky here and must support their work. Thank you from myself and many other families who go through your care.

Your expertise literally is our lifeline.

Carbon Cindy Huge footprints with your trips on massive private RNZAF jet, then 4 day warship cruise for family, captains table and bunk room, planning your wedding/honeymoon.

Comrade what of our socialism idealism you preached us at your last rally. It may be election year with funds; your own electorate in turmoil with radicals. “We are one” but when ‘H1’s (President Simpson) away why run too? Voters.

Don’t worry, be happy Txt talk dinosaurs reply.. you get over yourself.

Cheque books are still convenient for us pensioners for paying bills etc. and they are not inefficient for those who don’t want their lives ruled by computers. Each and everyone to their own ideals. Don’t worry, be happy.

No wool, thanks!

Unbelievable! Our Blenheim CBD decorated with wool for Christmas! In the hot summer.

It may be OK on the other side of the world in the cold and snow on bare tree branches, but our trees have summer leaves. We wear sundresses, shorts etc. It’s a crazy idea and a waste of wool. Are you forgetting how much children love the twinkle and sparkle of Christmas?

Avian view!

What boffin thought a glass roof was needed to cover the hole at the bus stop! $2000 would amply provide a colour steel panel, instead of $20,000 to look up to see pigeons defecating overhead and bottles thrown on top.

Not all of us are that much into ornithology.

Expensive ‘hole’ $20k to cover the architecturally designed “hole” in the roof of the bus shelter (sic) Italian cut crystal perhaps?

Funny how ego and fear can get in the way of admitting the truth eh? And this is the “leadership” we vote back?

On the issue of using Mobile phones. If you are caught driving you should have your phone confiscated for 28 days.

Time to get tough on cellphone driving. In Queensland new law come in $1000 fine first offence.

Second offence $1000 plus loss of licence for 6 months. I’ve just been over there and it sure is working.

We welcome your texts on 027 242 5266.

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Lost key Black single car key lost. Any info to police please. Urgently needed. Thanks.

Apologies I wish to apologise to the person that picked mandarins off my tree in Muller Road as I failed to leave a bin for your peal.

I’m sorry I couldn’t clean them up before morning. You need not be too concerned about the effects of the fungus spray applied but I trust you are not planning on having children any time soon.

Very dangerous

Please clarify Can anyone tell me the justification for increasing the dog license fee by 50% ($30) for being a day late? Just to clarify justification. How is that extra cost worked out?

Overflowing bins

Road rules Confiscation

It’s working

Spark shop in Blenheim. Please, please get your auto door adjusted properly. It’s very dangerous as it is.

Its the only one in town that closes so quickly.

Only a matter of time before someone gets injured.

Waste of time Shop local... help local shop owners and don’t buy on the internet? That’s the message we are rightly fed. But what about customer service?

Waited to purchase an expensive model for a present for 20mins only to be told that the staff member didn’t know how to use the “other” till? Waste of time! I’ll shop on the internet thanks!

of the week

When are Blenheim people going to finally wake up and realise that Richardson Avenue (opp The Burleigh) is sitting on a stop sign and we can’t go anywhere until you all wake up and learn your road rules.

Re: recycle bin letter 6/8/19. I agree with you, and WHY does Blenheim NOT HAVE bigger recycle wheely bins? Whenever I drive around my local area there are usually overflowing recycle bins!

Why doesn’t the government encourage recycling MORE when the red bins are far too small to put, even, half a weeks recycling in??

Go figure!!??

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Mags, tyres and vehicle servicing Where else in Blenheim can you view and choose from a large range of mag wheels, have your vehicle serviced and new tyres fitted, as well as hiring and purchasing snow chains?

All of this topped off with friendly service from locals who do everything they can to ensure their customers are happy when they leave…? Yes that’s right, it’s Mag & Turbo Blenheim on Grove Road.

Blenheim couple Darrell and Tina Bate own and operate the Marlborough franchise which has continued to go from strength to strength.

The workshop area is well

equipped for suspension and brake work, as well as vehicle servicing needs, while in the mag showroom there is a full range of mag wheels for customers to choose from. What isn’t on display, can be ordered in and great advice is always provided.

Mag & Turbo Blenheim can also supply accessories for your 4x4 including nudge bars, bull bars, sports bars, tailgate assists, tow bars and other dress-up items.

“We can also source and fit performance upgrades for many makes and models, including air induction, exhausts and the increasingly popular ECU remapping and tuning ,” Darrell says.

spoiled for choice with the opening of a second retail shop located in the artisan hub of the Vines Village on Rapaura Road.

“You will also find a range including furniture, cushions, wall art and jewellery in this retail shop,” Pru says.

Pru, Wendi and Lesley are available to take bookings for commission work, where customers can have their own furniture customised.

“The beauty of upcycling is that we can take a piece of furniture and restyle and paint it so that it resembles something new, fresh and exciting. It’s a great way to re-use existing furniture in your home but changing it to match a new décor or style,” Pru says.

“It really is amazing to see what can be done to furniture…

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“It is not always about gaining just extra power, but other advantages include improved fuel economy, torque and more responsive throttle control.”

Mag & Turbo has also recently merged Snow Chains

Marlborough into the business, offering show chain hire and sales.

Mag & Turbo Blenheim offers a range of payment options including Q Card, Farmers Card, Farmlands Card and finance (conditions apply, please see in-store).

Upcycled features for your home An old wooden chair destined for the skip can easily become a stunning centre piece of a living room.

In fact, any type of furniture can be upcycled into something beautiful thanks to the talented team at Pru & Co. The business was established

by Pru Adams and has been operating from its Grove Road location for the past 23 months.

With her ‘sidekicks’ Wendi, Lesley and Bella the dog, they have transformed numerous pieces of furniture that now sit proudly in customers’ homes.

“There is a unique range of furniture and home décor for sale at the shop, and with convenient parking up the driveway it’s never been easier to browse and shop with us,” Pru says.

Customers are now even more

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Summer prep and BBQs With winter drawing to a close and spring only weeks away, now is the time to start thinking about fireplace maintenance and your BBQ area, Heating Marlborough owner Brad Millar says.

Local couple Brad and Helen Lyons own and operate their business on Grove Road, specialising in the sale and installation of heating solutions throughout the region.

There’s also a full range of high quality gas and charcoal BBQ’s and accessories, and regular updates on social media keeps their community informed. “Watch that space for summer giveaways,” Brad says.

Winter is always a busy time for the business with installations

taking place in the lead up to, and throughout the cold season, so the summer months are the ideal time for any maintenance to be booked in.

“We encourage people to start thinking about it now, and plan ahead by booking with us for chimney cleans and general maintenance”.

“If there are any issues then we can get it sorted and have your fireplace ready for next winter,” Brad says.

It will also be a good time for homeowners considering an upgrade to get in touch with the team at Heating Marlborough.

“Particularly if you would like to apply for the council’s ‘Home Clean Heating Scheme’, summer is a good time for us to go through the

process and have a new clean heating solution installed ahead of winter,” Brad adds.

Heating Marlborough will soon also be part of the Warmer Kiwi Homes Scheme where homeowners with a Gold Card or Community Services Card can apply to have a lump sum of up to $2500 paid towards the cost of a new woodburner, or pellet fire, and the remaining amount can always go on their rates through the Councils clean heat scheme.

“Go online to their website www. energywise.govt.nz for the warmer kiwi homes tool for more information, or call in and see the team,” Brad says.

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“I decided to bring this experience and many of my ideas to my customers at Golden Wonton. So far the feedback has been great and customers are enjoying what is on offer,” she says.

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Decorating? Visit The Furnishing Centre “It’s an exciting time for people who are decorating their homes and businesses, we are seeing a variety of colours, textures and patterns being used together,” Denise of The Furnishing Centre says.

“People aren’t looking to match everything but to coordinate their environment and it’s more about finding things you like and putting them together including old and new and even treasures you have around the home.”

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If you have not visited yet, set some time aside to browse through her store as there is everything you could imagine when it comes to furnishing and décor.

The Furnishing Centre has been in Blenheim for many years, and for the past four years it has been located on Grove Road.

It has been a long-time favourite stop for people wanting new curtains, blinds and upholstery, with fabrics instore being handpicked by Denise herself from a wide selection of international brands.

Denise can provide a measure and quote service and organises for the curtains and upholstery to be taken care of.

Instore there is also an ‘eclectic’ range of furniture, bed covers, cushions, décor pieces and gifts.

When choosing new décor for your home or business, Denise is on hand to give great advice on what would complement your ideas best.

Call in and visit Denise at The Furnishing Centre to view her amazing instore displays. There is handy carparking off the road, behind the building.

“We have great designers on board and some beautiful New Zealand made lights,” she says.

“We also have a broad range of lighting solutions from entry level through to designer and modern designs.”

For those feeling unsure about what will best suit their home or business, Nicole is happy to consult onsite.

“Often we have customers come in who have bought a house and find the lighting is really dim, while others simply want to update their décor and add a more modern touch.

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One act above the rest

By Aimee O’Hagan It’s been a big last three months for theatre-lovers Sam Lewis, Jaemes Churchward, and Alison Dight: they performed their play, ‘The Private War Of Corporal Cooper’, four weeks ago – and now they’re going to do it again.

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The powerful, intimate play – which is set during WW1 – acts as an entry into the 2019 New Zealand Theatre Festival.

For the first stage of the competition, the group performed their play alongside the cast of non-competitive, one act play, Between (directed by Jared Wadsworth) at The Boathouse Theatre on July 11 and 12.

Having made it the next stage of the contest, the three are currently preparing to compete against two other groups from the Top of the South region.

If they do well, Sam, Alison, and Jaemes will get the opportunity to travel to Wellington and attend the national festival, which will be held next month.

When asked about the highlight of the process, Alison says, “...

Seeing the audience’s reaction and getting that emotional response

from people.

“I think it’s a really beautiful story.

“One of the important things for me is that I wanted to be authentic, because while the play is based on fictional characters, people still lived through that [time].

“I really wanted to not make a mockery of that, but to respect and capture that.”

“I think the highlight would be just getting through the first two [performances],” Jaemes says.

“If you had asked any of us four days before, it was a completely different show.”

Sam adds that one of the most important parts of the performance is connecting with the audience.

“I think they’ve both achieved that realness and that accuracy,” he says.

“Now it’s just about getting to that next step.”

The regional competition will be held at 7pm, next Saturday, August 17, at The Boathouse Theatre.

Entry cost to be confirmed.

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Sam Lewis (left), Jaemes Churchward, and Alison Dight hope to perform their one act play in Wellington next month.

Conservation expert Mike lured to remote islands Local conservation expert Mike Bell has worked for over a decade in the Chatham Islands on a range of seabird conservation projects for the community conservation group The Chatham Island Taiko Trust.

Two of these projects have involved the use of predator proof fences to secure endangered seabird species, with Mike overseeing the construction of a 1300m fence to protect the translocation site of Chatham Island Mollymawk.

Who would have thought t hat t he work i n t he Chathams would lead on to work on another equally remote Island on the other side of the Pacific?

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tor proof fences, and isolated working on the threatened island communities which Pink-Footed Shearwater on led to him being asked to the island, and have identiadvise on a seabird conser- fied predation by cats and vation project on the Juan dogs as the key reason for Fernandez Islands, Chile. the rapid population deOikonos is a community clines. As such they started conservation group working investigating the potential to throughout the Pacific to fence off a remnant colony protect seabirds and their of shearwater with a predahabitats, together with work- tor proof fence. ing with local communities With no expertise in South to developing lasting conser- America, Oikonos asked vation gains.

Mike to visit the island and The Juan Fernandez Is- advise on the design and lands lie over 1000km from construction of the fence. support from and the Transport Mainland Chile, and haveWith a Mike will share his Council story range of conservation issues. of travelling to Robinson Agency, Age concern would like to invite mature Introduced mammals have Crusoe Island, and working to the attend our tosafe refresher course. altered the vegetation,drivers are with local team get driver A Chilean local uses a scope to monitor Pink causing significant erosion, this important conservation Footed Shearwater on the remote Juan Ferand are predating on threat- project off the ground, at nandez Islands, over 1000km from Mainland ened seabirds and endemic the Blenheim School hall Chile. Local conservation expert Mike Bell, land birds. on Thursday, August 15, at who has been helping with the project, will O i ko n o s h ave b e e n 7.30pm. share his stories at an August 15 talk.

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WHAT’S ON IN MARLBOROUGH

Friday 9 Southern Jam Youth Festival: Don’t miss the opportunity to see young jazz musicians perform live and free in this year’s Southern Jam. 2pm at the Wesley Centre, 3 Henry Street. 7pm at Woodbourne Tavern, 80 High Street, Renwick and 7.30pm at Fairweathers, 36 Scott Street.

Tempo: Today’s Emerging Musicians Onstage performing their concert Classic and Cool. Enjoy performances by Marlborough’s young musicians and singers including the ‘Upbeat’ Development Orchestra. 7pm. $3 per person or $10 family, sorry cash only. Wesley Centre, 3 Henry Street.

Mills Bay Mussels Friday Night Take Out: Don’t miss Mills Bay Mussels Friday night take-outs, your taste buds will be thanking you. Call into Mills Bay Mussels Tasting Room & Eatery from 4.00pm. 23a Inglis Street, Havelock.

Blenheim Musical Theatre Blackadder Auditions: Auditions for the upcoming musical ‘Blackadder Goes Forth’. Today 6pm, and Saturday from 8am. Please note you will need to be 16 years and over to audition. Blenheim Musical Theatre, 81a Lakings Road.

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.

The Gallery Havelock: If you’re in the area drop by and check out all the artwork from Marlborough’s amazing artists. Exhibition on show ‘Our Home Of Light And Shadow Art Exhibit’. Showcasing original artwork from resident artists depicting their thoughts on the stunning Marlborough area they call home. On until August 15. Open 10am-4pm, seven days a week. The Gallery Havelock, 60 Main Road, Havelock.

The Diversion Gallery: Open Wednesday to Saturday, 12-5pm.

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.

Saturday 10 Marlborough Artisan Craft Market: Two day pop up Winter Craft Market.

With loads of stalls showcasing handmade wares including wooden toys and accessories, children’s clothes, jewellery, soaps, dolls clothing and accessories, bags, aprons and much more. Today and Sunday 10am-3pm daily. Marlborough Convention Centre, 42a Alfred Street.

The Tasman Mako take the field against Wellington at Lansdowne Park tomorrow. Get your seat early - kick-off is at 2.05pm.

Tasman Mako vs Wellington: FinzUp. Head along and support Tasman Mako as they take on Wellington. 2.05pm kick off. Various prices.

Lansdowne Park, Lansdowne Street.

Southern Jam Youth Festival: Don’t miss the opportunity to see young jazz musicians perform live and free in this year’s Southern Jam. 12pm at Speight’s Ale House, 11 Middle Renwick Road.

Southern Jam Finale Gala Concert: If you’re looking for a great night out, look no further than the Southern Jam Finale Gala Concert. Showcasing pieces from all participating schools plus superbly talented Hollie Smith.

7pm. Tickets various prices. ASB Theatre Marlborough, 2 Hutcheson Street.

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: Exhibition on show ‘Cook’s Cook - The Cook Who Cooked for Captain Cook’.

An exhibition of a new picture book

by Gavin Bishop. Through real recipes from the ship’s mess, events on board and the places the ship travelled on its way to the Pacific, the book tells multiple stories. On until August 11.

Millennium Public Art Gallery, corner of Alfred and Seymour Streets. Koha appreciated.

Redwood Market: 8.30am-12pm, Redwood Tavern car park. Plants, produce, cards, jewellery,

flowers and hand crafts.

Marlborough Art Society Gallery: Exhibition on show ‘Works on Paper’. Featuring Sheyne Tuffery’s prints along with printmakers Jean E Loomis, Neville Parker, Craig Bluett, Wendy Murphy, Sue James and 20 other printmakers. On until August 18. Open every day from 10.30-4.30.

Marlborough Art Society Gallery, 204 High Street Blenheim.

Marlborough Museum: Open 10am–4pm daily. All welcome.

Brayshaw Heritage Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place.

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.

Sunday 11 Just The Two Of Us – Dennis Marsh And Brendan Dugan In Concert: A great afternoon out with two wellknown New Zealand artists Dennis Marsh and Brendan Dugan, with their show ‘Just The Two Of Us’. Tickets $20. 1pm. Picton RSA, 66 Wellington Street, Picton.

Ulysses Club Ride: Ride to Kekerengu for a late lunch.

12pm departure from the south end of the Blenheim Railway Station.

Please note Sunday rides will be subject to the winter conditions and rides may change on the day. Also Thursday Group rides, meet at Brayshaw Park carpark, 11am. Members and visitors welcome.

Spring Creek Messy Church: Make some fun crafts and play some fun games. All centred around our true value. 4-6pm, with a shared dinner. All welcome. St Luke’s Church, Ferry Road, Spring Creek.

Marlborough Associated Modellers Society: Miniature train rides at Brayshaw Park, first and third Sunday each month, 1pm-4pm, $2. Model yacht and boat sailing at Brayshaw Park every Sunday, 1pm-4pm. Brayshaw Heritage Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place.

EcoWorld: EcoWorld Aquarium & Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre, Picton Foreshore.

Saturday & Sunday 9.30am-5.30pm.

Picton Rail & Sail: Open (subject to weather) Sundays, public holidays & everyday during school holidays. Picton Foreshore.

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.

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.

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.

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Hedges cut, Late Pruning,Trees removed, Sections tidied, New Stihls. Experienced operator. Also walls, decks, fences, gates made. Town or Country

Ravi was a previous Church Worker for the Lighthouse Christian Fellowship. For the last 5 years Ravi has been a missionary in Lucknow India.

Marieke has been a WEC missionary in Myanmar. She will speak on her work there. An offering to support their work in India will be taken.

STOVE, June Frances: On 5 August 2019, peacefully at Wairau Hospital, surrounded by her family. Loved wife of the late Eric.

Loved mother, mother-in-law, nana and great nana. Messages to 1 B Lane Street, Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers a donation to the Alzheimers Society c/- 8 Wither Road would be appreciated. In accordance with June’s wishes a private cremation has been held.

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Marlborough Returned and Services Association

Snooker Section AGM Friday 30 August 2019 7pm in the Clubs of Marlborough Boardroom

RARANGI GOLF CLUB Notice of Special General Meeting to be held at The Rarangi Golf Club on Wednesday 21 August 2019 at 7.00pm The purpose of the meeting is to appoint a Secretary D Robertson President

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Please message our Dean Blacklaws Firewood Facebook page or contact us on 0273311660 for pricing or to place an order.

Saturday 10th August and Sunday 11th August from 10am till 3pm.

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GIFFORD, Jean Margaret: On Tuesday 6 August 2019 peacefully at Bethsaida Resthome after a short illness aged 77 years.

Dearly loved wife of Ian and dearly loved mother, and mother in law and grandmother of Robyn and Richard, Rod and Angela, William and Alastair. Dearly loved sister and best friend of Ken (deceased), Kay, Carol, Graeme and Marion. Thanks to the caring staff at Bethsaida Resthome. Messages to c/- 226 Hammerichs Road, Blenheim 7273 or www.cloudybayfuneralservices. co.nz. In lieu of flowers a donation to the Cancer Society, c/- PO Box 233, Blenheim 7240 would be appreciated or may be made at the service. A service for Jean will be held at the Springlands Chapel, Cloudy Bay Funeral Services, 15 Boyce Street, Blenheim on Monday 12 August 2019 at 1pm followed by private cremation at the Cloudy Bay Crematorium. “Her smile shines on”.

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Death Notices

HUTCHISON, Paul Joseph: In his 77th year. Passed away 5th May in Auckland.

Dearly loved husband of Lorraine and their family. Dearly loved twin son of the late Daniel and Nola. Dearly loved brother of the late Fay and twin Peter. Dearly loved brother and brother-in-law of Brian and Alison. Dearly loved uncle of Barry, David, Ross and Neil and their families. "Rest in peace mate". Messages to 17C Leitrim Street, Blenheim.

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Death Notices BISHELL, Kevin David: August 5, 2019 ELLIOTT, John Joseph: August 4, 2019 FIELDHOUSE, Eleanor Carol (Carol): August 1, 2019 FULTON, Nicholas (Nick): August 2, 2019 HIRD, Margaret Jean (nee Metherell): August 5, 2019 JOSEPH, Elsie Maude: August 3, 2019 TESTER, Peter Alfred: August 2, 2019 WARD, Alan Andrew: July 20, 2019

Annual General Meeting RSA Lounge Clubs of Marlborough 2pm Saturday 21 September 2019 Business

1. Confirmation of Minutes of AGM held on 22nd September 2018.

2. Adoption of Annual Report and Balance Sheet for the period end 30 June 2019.

3. Announcement of results of Elections for Office.

4. Notices of Motion as per the Clubs Notice Board and pursuant to Club Rule 20.

5. General Business.

Please note: Election of Officers opens 10am Saturday 7 September 2019 Lee Davis, Secretary.

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Births This Week BARCLAY, Nio Michael Donald: July 27, 2019 BENNER, Harriet Iris: July 31, 2019 BRISTOWE, Ishanna Dorothy Raiden: August 2, 2019 COX, Keanu Riley: July 31, 2019 SA DO PRADO, Eddie: July 22, 2019

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Gross winners: Jane Anderson Bay and Pru Jensen, 95; runnersup Denise Pickering and Jeanne Paul, 99.

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Gwen Crossman nett winners Lin Stone and Kay Keys.

Veterans Golf Association Results from a Veterans Golf Association tournament played at the Picton Golf Club on July 29.

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Results from recent matches played at the Wairau Valley Golf club.

Men, medal and putts: Best gross, J, Terry 77. Nett: P.Jerram 66; J.Terry 67; M.McKenzie 69; W.Lacey 69; M.Collins 70; R.Bruce 73; B.R. Roughan 74; B.

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Nett: R. Pupich 71 (cb); Y. Wallace 71; F. Price 74; D. Marsh 78; M. McKenzie 78. Putts: D. Marsh 29.

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SPORTS TALK With Jacob Page

Are the umpires out of their depth?

Cricket has an issue with their umpiring.

Not the only sport to have that issue, as rugby league can’t get it right either at present but the past month has not been a good one for the men in the middle of two important cricket games.

The Cricket World Cup final (yes, sorry to bring that up again), will be remembered for Kumar Dharmasena’s incorrect run count on overthrows and a myriad of missed leg before wicket and caught behind decisions that affected both England and New Zealand from

both he and fellow umpire Marais Erasmus.

Their ineptitude on that day at Lord’s added to drama of a thrilling game in many respects, but it was a blight on the standard of officiating.

That sub-standard effort continued in the first test of the Ashes with experienced umpire Aleem Dar and the West Indies’ Joel Wilson getting more decisions wrong than right.

The players deserve better, well, maybe not David Warner, but the rest of the players certainly.

Human error will always happen but the increased rates of mistakes

may be attributed to umpires knowing that a player review, and the technology that encompasses, will give them a conclusive answer and so the pressure to get it right first time isn’t as high.

It’s not a good look that premier matches are being overshadowed by the ineptitude of the officials.

It appears umpires from other countries struggle to comprehend the swing and bounce of the Duke cricket ball in English conditions.

Like a player, they have to get used to how the ball is playing off the pitch and this seems to be a struggle

for them of late.

A case can be made for having an English umpire officiate in his home conditions.

Neutral umpires have long been the accepted standard for all international cricket but, like all sports, it might be time for the game to move with the times and go back to the future.

Back in the day, there was always a perceived bias when officials controlled games in their home country, regardless of sport, but the professionalism and scrutiny on all matches in 2019 would likely

eradicate that perception.

For example, New Zealand rugby referee Glenn Jackson has whistled playoff games involving The Chiefs, a team he played for 20 years ago.

Local knowledge of conditions may help continuity of decisions, something which seems to be slipping in the game of cricket.

The issue is, poor decisions are affecting big games, which hurts the credibility of the sport as a whole with a public eager to see the players, not the officials, have the final say.

Marlborough Table Tennis team win back the Perry Shield The Marlborough Table Tennis Team won the Perry Shield contest 36-30 against Nelson at Saxton Stadium last Sunday.

Marlborough last won the Shield in 2013 at home and last won in Nelson in 2008. The Shield was first contested for in 1950.

The Men’s number one team of Nathan Watson, Alex Kennedy and Matthias Krönert lost to their Nelson counterparts 5-4. Nathan won two with Alex and Matthias picking up a win each.

The match between Nathan and Daniel Astle was full of tension and some outstanding play. Nathan led two sets to love but the Nelson man came back with some forceful shots.

After some brilliant exchanges, Nathan took it 11-5,11-7, 13-15, 11-13, 19-17.

Matt Millar led the Men’s number two side to a 6-3 win. Matt was playing in his first Perry Shield match for several years and kept his opponents on the back foot with changes of spin and direction.

Matt Pigou attacked confidently for two wins and handled the antispin rubber of his opponents well.

Jason Kennedy, who always plays well in these contests, won his last match.

Jacqui Wood won two singles as Nelson took the Women’s number one contest 7-2.

Kylie Hurren nearly got on the

board, just losing out in a five setter to Glenda Ferguson.

Boe Aitchison, who played in the 2008 match, was playing her first rep match in a number of years and got some good drives away.

Marlborough won the Women’s Number 2 section by 5-4. Vanessa Wood-Lin pushed well and after winning two matches, just lost out to Tayla Nesbitt, another former NZ junior representative.

Kristin Ruwhiu, who played in the 2013 match, showed good technique to claim two wins. Hannah Smit had a great match with the Nelson number three with Hannah taking it.

Marlborough took out the Men’s Doubles 6-3. The combinations of Nathan/ Alex, Matthias/ Matt Pigou and Matt Millar/ Jason Kennedy each won two doubles with Nathan/ Alex taking the top combination of Daniel/Paul to five sets..

The Boe/ Kristin combination won two matches as Nelson won the Women’s Doubles 5-4. Vanessa and Hannah picked up a win and were just pipped in two five setters.

Jacqui and Kylie won a double against the Nelson number two combination.

With the mixed doubles to play, the score was 27 all. Marlborough took these 9-3. Matt Millar and Hannah got the winning point.

The Jason/ Kristin combination

The victorious Marlborough Table Tennis Team with the Perry Shield. Back row from left : Boe Aitchison, Matthias Krönert, Vanessa Wood-Lin, Jacqui Wood, Hannah Smit, Kylie Hurren and Matt Millar.

Front row from left: Kristin Ruwhiu, Nathan Watson, Alex Kennedy, Matt Pigou and Jason Kennedy

also won both of their mixed doubles.

The youthful combination of Alex and Vanessa were undefeated in the middle section with Matthias and Boe picking up a win in that section.

In the top section, Nathan and Jacqui unleashed a barrage of attacking shots in their two matches to remain undefeated.

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Nelson won the top section, 11-1, with five matches going past the third set. Simon Bishell almost got Marlborough on the board, losing a

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Ken Thompsett and Zac Cowdrey came back from two sets down in the last match to win Marlborough’s point.

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Emily aces Wine title

By Bill McElhinney Peeling grapes, spitting wine, creating a premium sauvignon blanc blend – Emily GaspardClark from Spy Valley Wines has aced them all.

Emily has won the Tonnellerie de Mercurey Marlborough Young Winemaker of the Year which includes $1000, a Villa Maria magnum, and has the fantastic opportunity of being an Associate Judge at the Marlborough Wine Show.

Peter Russell from Matua took second place and Michael Hearn from VinLink was third.

Em ily wil l represent Marlborough at the National Final, competing against the winners from the Hawke’s Bay and Central Otago at NMIT on September 17, with the Awards Dinner being held at Wither Hills the same evening.

The eight contestants took part in challenges which included fault finding, blending, laboratory trials, health and safety, marketing and general wine knowledge.

The contestants had a selection of six different sauvignon blancs to create a blend which would suit a premium European restaurant. They then had to pitch this to a panel of judges and discuss how they had made the blend.

At lunchtime the contestants took part in the Vin Olympics, which included blind food

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Front of House @ Rock Ferry Wines.  If you could donate $1m to any charity who would you choose and why?

Salvation Army – they do a really fantastic job. The whole ethos is incredible, looking after the homeless and everything else is wonderful.

 If you could only eat 3 foods for the rest of your life, what would they be?

Emily Gaspard-Clark from Spy Valley Wines is the Tonnellerie de Mercurey Marlborough Young Winemaker of the Year.

and wine tasting, peeling grapes and showing off their spitting skills.

The other contestants were Kelly Stuart from Cloudy Bay, Mary-Ann

Kuhn from Waimea in Nelson, Kathleen Zelter from Constellation, Tom Hindmarsh from La Coterie and Alun Kirby from Marisco.

Their final challenge was to deliver a speech to the large crowd at the awards dinner held at Pernod Ricard’s function centre.

Garlic prawns, charcuterie and crème brulee.

 When you have a bad day, what do you do to feel better?

Look in the mirror at myself and smile… and then drink a little vodka.

 What’s the most beautiful place you’ve ever been?

Milford Sounds.

 What thing do you really wish you could buy right now?

An outside pizza oven.

 What is the best or worst purchase you’ve ever made?

Best purchase – my scooter!

 Favourite programme currently watching?

The Chase.

 Who’s your fave singer/band?

David Bowie.