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Riders rally against violence

Nelson White Ribbon ambassadors Colin Agnew, left, and Blair McKenzie. Photo: Ronnie Short. RONNIE SHORT

White Ribbon ambassadors from Nelson, with supporters and local riders, recently put their tyres to the tarmac to raise awareness of violence toward women. New Zealand has the highest rates in the world for intimate partner violence and is the third highest for sexual assault. This year’s theme, “Outdated”, is a challenge to replace old, unhealthy messages with positive new alternatives, to overcome outdated attitudes. Around midday last Saturday, Takaka’s Commercial Street reverberated to the sound of around 60 motorbikes cruising in to meet at the Village Green. The bikers had met in Collingwood, picked up white ribbons and coffee vouchers, ridden to the Aorere goldfields and to Bainham before heading townward. As committed advocates of non-violence, the riders came, not just for the complimentary

sausage sizzle and coffee, but to sign the pledge: “I will stand up, speak out and act to prevent men’s violence towards women.” The White Ribbon organisation supports men to commit to taking at least one of these eight actions of “the right thing to do” to show their respect. • Listening and believing women. • Reflecting on and changing their own behaviour. • Disrupting other men’s violence towards women. • Treating women as equals. • Choosing how to be a man and thinking “how I will act”. • Talking to young men about breaking out of the “Man Box” (see website). • Thinking about what they watch and the media they use. • Talking with young men about respectful relationships and pornography.

Men of all ages, along with several women, children and passers-by, milled around enjoying the convivial atmosphere. Many wore leathers akin to gang paraphernalia. Nelson ambassador, Colin Agnew, explained: “We do wear a backpatch, but we are not a gang. We are all one whanau. We are here to raise awareness and to support wherever we can.” “That’s the idea,” added fellow ambassador, Blair McKenzie. “You can still look tough on the outside, without being that.” Blair was the first of three speakers, sharing his own life story of growing up with violence and acting that out until he learned a better way. Another supporter spoke about using positive language and new ways of communicating with children. Local constable Ray Clapp said: “Currently, in Golden Bay, there are four active charges against men (for violence).” Continued on page 2

GB Community Board JO RICHARDS

In the wake of its recent decision not to proceed with a local board for Golden Bay (GBW 20/11), the Local Government Commission (LGC) has started to explore ways of empowering the existing community board. On Monday, LGC chair Brendan Duffy facilitated a meeting with representatives from the Working Group for a Golden Bay Local Board (WGGBLB), Tasman District Council (TDC), Manawhenua ki Mohua (MKM), and the Golden Bay Community Board (GBCB). GBCB chair Abbie Langford said she was impressed with the commitment shown by the parties involved. “The meeting went really well, and was very positive, with everyone agreeing that the key principle was respect.” Secretary of the WGGBLB Tony Lawton, who also attended the meeting said it was a “robust, open conversation”, which resulted in commitments being made by both council and community board. “TDC CEO Janine Dowding has agreed to produce a document specifying a list of delegations from TDC to the Golden Bay Community Board.” Janine offered a similar view of the meeting. “It was a positive and constructive meeting yesterday. I agreed to lead the process to further review delegations to the Community Board. We are scoping out what that would look like but we will be looking for a very collaborative process rather than just producing a list of delegations.” For its part, the GBCB has committed to prepare a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) which will define how an empowered community board will operate and interact with TDC. The document will effectively represent the terms-of-reference under which the current and future community boards will operate in Golden Bay. The MOU is potentially a very powerful document. The community board MOU (or “charter”’) recommended by Local Government NZ, TDC’s industry body, includes the board’s responsibility to produce a community plan, including agreed funding of local community projects, a procedure for dispute resolution, and an outline of responsibilities which can be productively delegated to community boards. The changes to the community board’s modus operandi are not just about its... Continued on page 2

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RIDERS RALLY

Tui youth reduce “screen time”

Continued from page 1 He spoke of his passion for working with men to turn those behaviours around, concluding with the need for men to practise gratitude for all the women in their lives. Ray thanked Mohua Social Services (MSS) and Jo Sharpe (Safe Families administrator) for organising the event. Jo responded: “A grateful thanks to the good men who gave up their time to help set up and run the event. Family violence is here in Golden Bay. It is important for people to know it can be anybody. It’s everywhere. It’s across the board – locally and nationally.” MSS is available to help if you have any concerns for your own or another’s safety – call 03 525 9728 or Women’s Refuge 0800 163 344. In an emergency situation dial 111. Visit www.whiteribbon.org.nz to take the pledge and learn more.

The boys from left, Koa, Marty, Lief and Arjuna on their customised mini-bikes. Photo: Supplied. JEANINE TAYLOR

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One question is causing many parents, and society as a whole, to reflect: “Is our youth spending too much time on their devices, to the detriment of being active and creative?” Tui Community residents, parents, youth workers and teachers, Jay Horton, Sybille Biedert and Margaret Kwok decided to address this question by talking with the teenagers who live in the community. They spoke to them about their interests and what they could do to support them become more active and to engage their creativity. A core group of four teenage boys; Arjuna Gaull, Marty Feint, Koa Horton and Lief Osborne decided they would like to have a space in which to customise small bikes which they could use for jumping, racing, as well as making trails to ride. An old disused shed was offered to the boys and they are currently in the process of clearing it out to create a workshop. The shed is in a central location which means that many of the Tui residents pass by and are able to touch base with the boys on a regular basis. The Nelson and Takaka recycle centres have become a good source of old bikes for parts, allowing the boys to create their own small funky machines. Arjuna explains: “We are just having fun with customising our own bikes and stuff and it’s good to do little mini-bikes because they’re great to ride around on and do jumps, and

there are quite a few hills around here. We have a small track and some jumps and love racing down the road.” The boys are enjoying the hands-on nature of the project. “It‘s fun going down hills and doing jumps and stuff,” said Koa. Marty was quick to point out that “we basically spend time working on the bikes and riding them every weekend and most nights after school”. The boys are keen to create an electrically-powered go-cart, which would be appreciated in such a peaceful place with close neighbours. But it’s an expensive business to convert their existing modified go-cart to an electric drive because the batteries alone cost around $2000. The boys said they would welcome support with their endeavours, including expert input on electric motors or welding, and parts or funds towards the project. They would also make good use of pre-loved tools for their workshop. The team is happy to fundraise for their electric motor by chopping firewood, mowing lawns and creating mini-bikes to sell. For more information, or to support this project, email Jay or Sybille. They are also happy to chat and share ideas about how you can support your children with balancing screen and creative time. Email Jay at jayphe@gmail.com or Sybille at sybille@ embodiedfreedom.co.nz

EMPOWERING COMMUNITY BOARD Continued from page 1 ...relationship with council. The board has also been tasked with collaborating with MKM on defining a closer working relationship between these two bodies. Although effecting change is an involved process, the schedule is relatively tight. The Commission requires that TDC and the GBCB provide two progress reports to the Commission on these documents by end of February, and again by the end of April, next year, and will meet with all parties by the end of May to finalise the agreements. Tony says the proof of the pudding will be written in these two documents. “This will be the acid test of both TDC’s commitment to empowering our community board, and the community board’s ability to negotiate with council to acquire some real local decision making responsibilities… which could benefit our community via better local

governance.” He stressed the importance of the community board’s full commitment to the process. “This community board needs to now show some backbone and make the most of this opportunity. Unfortunately the LGC are letting TDC and the board define these two documents. Good if the board take the bull by the horns and stand up for our community, but bad if they continue taking the attitude that they ‘don’t want any more work’.” The hot topic is on next week’s community board agenda, says Abbie. “At the meeting in Collingwood on Tuesday the board will discuss the best way forward to develop both the MOU with council and how we can have a better partnership with Manawhenua ki Mohua.” Tony believes that discussions should remain in the public domain. “The working group will be pushing hard to make sure this process is open and transparent to our community.”

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Mohua 2042: vision to strategy

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Jemma Knowles talks about the importance of partnerships in achieving a sustainable future. Photo: Jo Richards. JO RICHARDS

Mohua 2042, Golden Bay’s community-led sustainability initiative, has taken a further step towards a workable strategy. At the Senior Citizen’s Hall in Takaka last Tuesday afternoon, around 50 people gathered to share ideas and help transform Mohua 2042’s vision into a strategy document that will ultimately feed into the formal policy process, including the new Tasman Environment Plan. Project co-ordinator Debbie Pearson opened the discussion by acknowledging progress already made. “We’ll be developing ideas from previous sessions and forums.” One of those previous sessions – the event that effectively kick-started the initiative – was last October’s Golden Bay Adaptability Forum held at the Rec Park Centre. The questions posed then still define the project’s overarching objective: “What do we want Golden Bay-Mohua to be like in 2040? What can we do ourselves to create a vibrant, healthy community?” A year on, the project committee having refined their vision, is continuing with the formulation of a strategy along with a set of concrete action plans. Following brief self-introductions by her fellow committee members – Claire Webster, Dave Tinkler, Charlotte Squire, Sol Morgan, and Grant Knowles – Debbie explained that the assembly would be split into groups, with everyone visiting each of 10 themed “stations” dispersed around the hall to “dump” their ideas. Each station focused on one of the following sustainability issues: education, energy, built environment, work and economy, governance and partnership, responsible consumption and production, creativity and innovation, healthy ecosystems and bioregion, social and community, and transport. Later in the afternoon, short presentations were made

summarising the input on each of the themes. While the compartmentalised approach helps to break down and categorise what is a vast and complex subject, it quickly became apparent that there were cross-cutting issues and common solutions that overlapped the themes. One such issue raised was the inhibiting effect of regulatory constraints on innovation in housing, food production and transport. “There needs to be more flexibility to offer land without breaking the rules,” said Liv Scott, speaking about the shortage of affordable homes. Another concept that emerged from several presentations was providing nature with a seat at the decision-making table. “Put it on your board,” urged Reggie Luedtke. “Give nature a voice – on the council and community board,” said Jemma Knowles. “Make nature a stakeholder,” suggested Claire Webster. This is not as outlandish as it may appear. The Whanganui River was granted personhood in 2017 by an Act of Parliament, and is now legally recognised as an indivisible and living being. The benefits of working together – whether between members of the community, or with government, council, business, and other agencies – were highlighted by a number of speakers, as was the need to ensure equality, inclusivity, and fairness. At the wrap-up session, Debbie expressed her “heartfelt thanks for all the energy and input” before outlining the next step. “There is so much there to work on. We will take the ideas, theme them up, and identify projects and strategies.” Following what she believed was “a strong endorsement of the vision”, Debbie explained that prioritisation is now required to ensure viable and timely outputs. “Not everything will be a focus area. The next tangible output is likely to be a draft strategy, published around April next year.”

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LE T TERS Clarifying the dam costs

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In response to Louise Coleman’s letter (GBW 20/11), I wish to clarify that the $13m she mentioned is not the direct cost of Covid-19 to the Waimea Community Dam project. Rather, Tasman District Council took the opportunity presented by the Government’s Shovel Ready Fund and applied for $13m to not only support direct and indirect costs associated with Covid-19, but to also accelerate and recover lost time on the project through increased labour and expertise on the dam project. Meanwhile, the project has faced delays due to the Tasman fires, amendments to the design, and Covid-19, but the construction team is working solidly to recover as much time as they can. While construction is currently proceeding well, other than the floods earlier this month, it is likely that the project will be now delayed to the end of the 2021/2022 season and be five-six months late. Mike Scott, CEO, Waimea Water Ltd

To vote or not to vote

I think it ironic, people writing about occupying powers, independent republic, Territorial Authority, choice and more blah blah and in the same breath mentioning the demise of democracy. I think the vote for or against a local board for Golden Bay is very clear. More than 50 per cent of the people who voted made their choice to maintain the status quo and that is democracy whether one likes it or not. Those who did not vote either didn’t care or were still satisfied with our chosen local authority and the way it works. One of the letters in last week’s GB Weekly I had to read twice, because I remember having read something nearly similar in a tweet from President Trump, who also won’t accept voters’ choice. Anyway, many moons ago my five-year-old sister had a specific wish for a birthday present but my parents told her that it was too expensive, they could not afford that and she still had a lot of nice “old” toys to play with. She threw a terrible tantrum, even threatening to leave us and moved to an aunty down the road. Later on she did quieten down, sulked a bit, sucked her thumb and accepted the situation. Jan Groen

Calling for cat control

Registration and chipping of cats is no different to the legislation for dogs. It allows a missing pet to be found quickly and not be mistaken as feral. TDC says cats preying on native creatures does not constitute a public nuisance. I dispute that. It happens uninvited in our backyards. This bylaw should go further and de-sex cats not owned for breeding purposes which lightens the load for owners, animal welfare agencies and DOC by lessening the flood of unwanted kittens. Often these are abandoned becoming full time predators living on fast shrinking biodiversity. DOC reported finding one cat with a stomach content of 17 rare lizards, all devoured in the previous few hours. Whether fed or not, cats respond instinctively to movement. Historically, they came here with us where their only predator is the dog which

is controlled. We must take responsibility for that. Some owners already take measures to confine their happy, healthy cats because they also love our birds and small creatures whose turangawaewae is New Zealand. They exist nowhere else. Overseas it’s accepted that your cat will be under night curfew, that you will provide a “catio” outdoor space. Benefits are no cats killed by cars or wounded in cat fights with a lessening of vet bills. A quick return if found off your property, no unwanted kittens and lessening of the spread of toxoplasmosis which cats carry and which affects humans and marine mammals. Less preying on native species. A win-win for cats and us. Karen Brookes

Love, peace and responsibility

Thanks BJ for your polite response to my recent letter. I must say though that I had some difficulty understanding your point. So, was it tongue-in-cheek or did you confirm my contention and write it while you were just a bit “high”? Yes, love and peace is all very well but if it is not heavily tempered with reality and responsibility it puts us in danger and then, as the bard says, “as surely as water will wet us and as surely as fire will burn, the gods of the copy-book headings with terror and slaughter return!” Larry Petterson

Spray-away!

I looked behind my plum tree and noticed a one- to twometre-wide strip of cleared grass. Obviously the neighbours have sprayed around his boundary – in a cow paddock. What is the point of spraying along the drain? It will only be replaced by weeds. The grass holds the bank and filters the rain. Some serious re-education is called for. Zane Perry

Determining aquifer levels

In response to Louise Coleman’s letter (GBW 27/11) quoting another correspondent’s letter to TDC, the facts and their interpretation about the aquifer level need clarifying as there are different views. Celia Butler, TDC councillor

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WHAKAARO: I am not Mike Scott At least, not that one. In a letter to The GB Weekly (GBW, 20/11), a correspondent badmouths a certain Mike Scott. Yes, she does say he’s the CEO of Waimea Water Limited, but what people remember is the name. My name is Mike Scott. I could decide this was a disaster and change my name by deed poll to Bowes-Lyon, or I could just carry on being pleased that no one in my lifetime has ever asked me to spell my name or looked at me, eyes wide, when I said my name was Maverick Sidebottom. Marshall McLuhan, the Canadian philosopher, (The Medium is the Message), said “a person’s name is a numbing blow from which they never recover”. I never felt such a blow until I was to have a book published under my born name. My dear editor, the much-missed Christine Cole-Catley, said to me, “My dear, you simply can’t publish under that name; why not Michael Bowes-Lyon?” It didn’t seem right to horn in on the Queen Mother’s maiden name, so I just hyphenated my middle name to the Scott and became Hamish-Scott, having been through the experiment of just being Michael Hamish (No Google hits! Yippee!). The Chief Justice of Tonga is Mike Scott; the first CEO of Apple was Mike Scott, and Mike Scott was a guitarist for Prince. We have a NZ racing driver with the same name and 218 glorious races to his name (and 28 wins); there’s a Scottish author Mike Scott (and another in Ireland), a Chicago alderman, a British diplomat, and dozens of other academics,

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Record entries for allshorts festival

Many generations of film-making talent were represented in the allshorts winners line-up. From left, Supreme and music video winners Bill Salmon, Benji Wick and Zak Gibbs; Documentary and Open category winner Pete Blasdale; Animation winner John Herd; and Teen category winner Aidan Patching. Photo: Alistair Hughes. ALISTAIR HUGHES

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Lockdown certainly did nothing to stifle local creativity, as Takaka’s own annual film festival on 28 November boasted a record 26 entries. Village Theatre manager Rae McDowell believes that the national quarantine might have actually had the opposite effect, allowing homebound film-makers time to indulge and focus on their passion. “We even had some entrants entering up to four films this year,” she said. A new category was created, the Fledgling Award for underteen film-makers, and was won by the up-and-coming Weiss family. As “The Onekaka Rascals” they presented three very entertaining comedies, often with a pertinent lockdown theme involved. Issues such as the inexplicable phenomenon of toilet paper hoarding were humorously addressed, and in another film some ingenious mask-making skills were highlighted. The Documentary category was very well served; its seven entries were of exceptional quality. Despite some stiff competition from entries as far away as Japan, the prolific Pete Blasdale won with International Jampot - a slick and absorbing look at a South Island vintage motorcycle rally. As well as capturing the exquisite scenery, the often eccentric personalities of the riders were conscientiously conveyed through their anecdotes and experiences. The Teen category winner was won by Aidan Patching’s tightly edited Tarantino-esque heist: My Way. Scored with a certain Sinatra song and eschewing any dialogue, the narrative is exciting and played out with imaginative shots that even utilise drone and security camera footage. Rae recounts that some other entrants were especially impressed with Aidan’s short film. “One of them actually said that if he had been capable of producing something like My Way back in High School, he would have ‘blown his own mind.’” The Open category presented a challenge for the judges, as both drama and comedy were equally represented. So the solution was to cater for both; with Pete Blasdale’s dramatic comedy The Bubble Burst and Gayle Haye’s comedic drama The Garden sharing the win. Haye’s pitch-perfect performance in her own film also drew much praise. Animation was represented by two short films, and the category was won by the mind-bending Follow Me, by John Herd. Simultaneously evoking both the aesthetic of 1990s computer games and sophisticated character simulation, we are led through a series of puzzling events that appear to fold back in on themselves and begin again. Unsettling, but well accomplished. The music video winner also took home the coveted Supreme Award this year, with Benji Wick, Bill Salmon and Zak Gibbs’ surreal and beautiful Nurture. Rae recounts that the outstanding quality of this entry was arrived at by the film-makers after many years of effort. “Benji had said that his previous efforts were frustrating,

An elated Benji Wick, Bill Salmon and Zak Gibbs won both the music video and supreme award categories. Photo: Alistair Hughes.

The multi-talented Weiss family won the new Fledgling category with three delightful short film entries. Photo: Alistair Hughes.

because he had ideas flowing all the time, but just didn’t have the technical resources or know-how to realise them properly,” she says. “But since studying 3-D animation he feels able to produce the quality which is truly expressive of his concepts.” Not gaining a place was no reflection upon the standard of the other entries, which delighted and absorbed a fully packed Village Theatre. The organisers were very happy with another successful event, and word has it that some entrants are already planning their short films for next year. “There’s always a lot of heart in this type of event,” Rae concludes, “and that’s amplified by the kinds of struggles which the film industry is facing in these difficult times. But it’s so good that we can come together as a community, and we can laugh, cry and enjoy entertainment — and thought-provoking films, as well.” There will be a second chance to see the allshorts film festival at the Village Theatre tonight at 8pm.

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Set in Tunisia and around the troubled Libyan border, this astonishing film might appear on the surface to have little to do with our own safe and stable lives. But when an unexpected tragedy strikes the Ben Youssef family, the consequences and dilemmas they face will seem all too relatable. Driving home through the Southern desert, Fares, his wife Meriem and young son Aziz are caught up in an attack by terrorist gunmen on the security vehicle in front of them. There is an extremely tense buildup, all created by the tightly framed images of the family happily singing along to their radio, until a stray bullet shatters a side window - and any audience complacency. Despite some quick gear-changing action by Fares, Aziz is hit, lying still and silent in his now blood-soaked Superman T-shirt. Managing to get him to hospital, doctors fight hard to stabilise the boy’s condition, but it becomes quickly apparent that a partial liver transplant will be essential to save his life. Meriem has an incompatible blood type, ruling her out as a donor, but it is when Fares’ blood test is returned that the real drama begins. He is stunned to also be disqualified as a donor, because the results show that he is not Aziz’s biological father. Anyone unfortunate enough to have undergone a family medical emergency will recognise the interminable waiting in soulless, fluorescent-lit corridors, and numbness punctuated by hope or dread every time someone wearing a white coat approaches. But the Ben Youssef’s agony is increased by the revelation of Aziz’s true origin, which quickly turns Fares’ grief to anger. Culturally, this is far more serious than a mere family scandal, and adultery is even considered a criminal offence in Tunisia. But worst of all, this indiscretion could lead to Aziz’s death. And so we have the setup for an emotionally searing drama. Fares’ rage towards Meriem shows the uglier side of a strongly patriarchal society, making the scenes where she finally stands up to him all the more rewarding. Despite her grief she is tasked with “fixing” this situation by getting in touch with Aziz’s biological father and somehow persuading him to donate part of his own compatible liver. Without contact for 11 years, this is proving near impossible, prompting a desperate Fares to follow a very dark alternative path to save his child’s life. A Son is certainly a challenging watch in parts, but so beautifully directed and performed that it draws us instantly into a situation we would probably do anything to avoid. Sami Bouajila as Fares takes his character to the edge of our contempt in his treatment of his wife and the medical staff around him, but somehow his pure love for his son makes the obnoxious behaviour more understandable. Nevertheless, it is really Najla Ben Abdallah as Meriem who anchors the film. Although Meriem’s heart is breaking with shame, guilt and grief, she still manages to somehow hold her fracturing family together, and show courage in the face of societal banishment and potential criminal prosecution. Essentially shunned by everyone, she still finds the strength to persevere, and even fight back against Fares’ more toxic recriminations. The Tunisian landscape is the other star of this film. Literally used to depict alien planets by other directors, it is both foreboding and hauntingly beautiful. The desert is shown at its most unforgiving when Fares undertakes a long and foolhardy trip across the Libyan border in a desperate attempt to find an alternative donor. Becoming hopelessly lost on his return journey after a detour to avoid more armed unrest, his human concerns briefly seem inconsequential in this vast and ancient landscape. A Son is not a film that promises a happy ending, but it does demonstrate that hope can be found in the most unexpected places. THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 4 DECEMBER 2020

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Babyteeth (M) Rams (PG) Matinee: A Son (M) I am Woman (M) Babyteeth (M) (Final) David Byrne’s American Utopia (M) Combat Wombat (PG) A Son (M) (Final) I am Woman (M) (Final) NT Live: Cyrano de Bergerac (M) $25/20 (Final) David Byrne’s American Utopia (M) Rams (PG)

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The Croods: A New Age (PG) TBC *Wonder Woman 1984 (M) The Witches (2020) (M) The Croods: A New Age (PG) Oliver Sacks: His Own Life (Final) Misbehaviour (M)

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Movie Descriptions COMBAT WOMBAT (PG) Australia 1h51 Animated, Kids & Family

NT LIVE: CYRANO DE BERGERAC (M) UK 3h Drama, Romance,

Maggie Diggins, a wombat turned Wonder Woman, unintentionally becomes the city’s superhero after she begrudgingly saves a rookie superhero sugar glider from certain doom.

Cyrano almost has it all - if only he could win the heart of his true love Roxane. There’s just one big problem: he has a nose as huge as his heart. Will a narcissistic society get the better of Cyrano or can his mastery of language set Roxane’s world alight?

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OLIVER SACKS: HIS OWN LIFE USA 1h51 Documentary

David Byrne’s critically-acclaimed Broadway show, one that unifies both the music and the audience, comes to the screen in this filmed performance directed by Oscarwinning filmmaker Spike Lee (BlacKkKlansman).

Documentary biopic detailing the life and career of Oliver Sacks, the legendary neurologist and storyteller who battled drug addiction and homophobia as well as the medical establishment.

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In 1966, single-mother Helen Reddy leaves her old life for New York and stardom to find that the industry doesn’t take her seriously. “I Am Woman” becomes the anthem for the 2nd wave feminist movement.

The Croods are now living in an odd new world with a new family who have seemingly created a safe haven full of food and protection. However, with a no-leaving policy, the confined space seems oddly familiar...

LET HIM GO (M) USA 1h54 Drama, Thriller

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Kevin Costner and Diane Lane are trying to rescue their grandson from a dodgy family that lives off the grid in this thriller based on Larry Watson’s novel.

In remote Western Australia a decades-long feud between two sheep farming brothers comes to a head when disaster strikes their flocks. Can they set aside their differences, save their herd and reunite family and community?

MISBEHAVIOUR (M) UK 1h47 Comedy, Drama, Historical

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1970 was the year that the Women’s Liberation Movement stormed the stage during a live broadcast of the Miss Universe co m p e t i t i o n a n d a c h i e ve d overnight fame the same year that the first black competitor was crowned winner.

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On Saturday 5 December, Alan de Boeck (aka GalanJAH) will celebrate 10 years of playing music in “Red Golden Green Bay”, as he calls it. The colours are representative of many African countries’ flags, and Alan wants to acknowledge the roots of reggae. He will be playing at the Roots Bar from 2pm until late. “I will be selecting music, including some pop hits every now and again – some of my favourites - just to celebrate. Often DJs start around 10-11 at night,” said Alan. “But I have been gradually starting earlier and earlier… because I find reggae to be very versatile. You can rock your baby to reggae - or dance until 3am.” He likes that people can come during the day with their children to enjoy a drink or a meal with his music, or dance into the night and assures that his gig is all-inclusive, with “no harmful lyrics”. As the “almost-resident” DJ at the Roots Bar, GalanJAH played “the first-ever gig there” when it first opened 13 years ago. That was his first taste of Takaka, along with busking on the Village Green and a few other gigs. In December 2010 he became a Takaka resident and secured a regular slot at the Roots Bar. Believing in “reggae roots and fruits”, Alan said: “I play a lot of hip hop because people like it for dancing….world music for when people are dining, or very instrumental reggae with a jazz flavour for people to savour while they are eating. I then crank it up when the tables are put away.” Alan also plays guitar, djembe (African hand drum), sings solo as “Alanjahjah”, and has a band, “Alanjahjah en de Eaggerlings” – a mix of nine performers from all over the world who now live in Golden Bay. Previously, Alan played with HalleluJah, Rootsystem and the Totara Collective and has worked for Fresh FM for 10 years. His two Fresh FM shows are “Open di Gate” (Tuesdays 9-10pm) and “A BalanSING” (Fridays noon-1pm).

DJ Alan de Boeck (aka GalanJAH) points out the poster advertising his 10-year anniversary gig at the Roots Bar this Saturday. Photo: Ronnie Short.

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Kia ora whanau • Around 11 November, an old-style canoe washed up on Parapara beach and is being looked after by a local resident. If this is yours, please contact the Takaka Police. Apparently someone from Tukurua had an emotional paddle and then a swim. • 15 November. A car was unlawfully interfered with in Collingwood. Police are following up a lead. A good reminder to make sure you lock your vehicles and don’t leave anything of value inside to tempt dishonest passersby. • 18 November. A 62-year-old local male continued to behave anti-socially, accosting an associate in his vehicle, taking the key from the ignition and snapping it. Police attended and the male scampered away. Police were able to find a replacement key for the victim in our collection of found keys. Silliness. Next time he can explain himself to a judge. • 20 November. Police were called out in the middle of the night to someone acting suspiciously around a vehicle in Clifton. It turned out to be the owner with a head torch who was sleeping in the makeshift campervan. • 21 November. Some genius decided it would be a good idea to risk losing his car and possibly his life doing burnouts at many of the intersections on SH60 south of Takaka township. If you see or hear this dangerous activity please report it immediately to Police on 111. Descriptions/photos of the vehicle are always a big help. • 22 November. At 1am a number of youths were spotted by a police patrol in the grounds of GBHS. They decamped when Police approached. The following morning it was discovered that a teacher’s car tyres (three) had been slashed, a give way sign had been ripped out and thrown on the roof, a gutter had been smashed, a downpipe ripped off, a drain cover broken and a hole put in the gymnasium wall. Police investigated and discovered who was at fault and four students were subsequently stood down from school, one expelled. Six $200 fines were issued for minors consuming alcohol and reparation for the damage is being paid. This has been massively disappointing for all involved and is a direct result of underage drinking. I said it only two weeks ago – know where your children are and what they are doing. Parents, grandparents, and the community have a responsibility here. It is not OK for our tamariki to be walking the streets at night or consuming alcohol unsupervised. These kids would never behave like that if sober. Rest assured Police will prosecute anyone we discover supplying alcohol or drugs to minors. • A 19-year-old local male has been summonsed to appear in the Nelson District Court on 18 December charged with supplying alcohol to the group from the high school. Hopefully others reading this can learn from his mistake. • 22 November. A 20-year-old local female has been summonsed to court for assaulting another female at the top of town. • 25 November. Police received a complaint about unknown persons throwing bottles into the driveway of an address in Rangihaeata regularly. Just stop! • 25 November. A couple of millennials were trespassed from an address and warned for threatening language. • 25 November. A Riwaka male was issued a number of infringement notices after crashing his car near Uruwhenua. • 29 November. Three male associates were arrested for fighting at a local backpackers after drinking bottles of spirits. One faces charges of fighting, possession of a knife, and threatening to kill police. The other two face charges of fighting and obstructing police. Hopefully the pepper spray has worn off by now. Two of them vomited in the patrol vehicle which has now been professionally groomed. Thanks to Upper Takaka fire brigade for their assistance. The summer busy period is almost upon us. Keep safe, look out for each other, and don’t do dumb stuff.

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Blue penguins at Port Tarakohe are breeding like… er, blue penguins. A report on this year’s breeding season shows the little birds clearly found their new nesting boxes conducive to family life. “If we had to summarise the season in one sentence,” says Mohua (Golden Bay) Blue Penguin Trust chair Cynthia McConville, “it is that 90 adults successfully raised 69 chicks to adulthood, so the colony’s population is over 150 birds. “This is significant. For the first time we have some knowledge of breeding for our little blues in Golden Bay.” Data from the report reveals some very encouraging statistics relating to the 57 nesting boxes that were monitored in the study. • 45 boxes (around 79 per cent) had some form of breeding activity in them. This is considered an ideal occupancy rate as, over 80 per cent, the little blues start fighting over territory. • 45 boxes produced a total of 88 eggs; 43 boxes with 2 eggs; 2 boxes with one egg only. • Of the 45 boxes in which eggs were laid, 42 saw chicks hatch, producing a total of 78 chicks - a hatch rate of 89 per cent. • Of these 78 chicks, 69 fledged from 40 boxes. “I guess we can say this has been a very successful season for our little colony,” says Cynthia. “A lot of work too, by many hands. But so rewarding.”

The land on the corner of Rototai Road and Meihana Street, across from the high school, was recently purchased by a group of professionals and entrepreneurs that are asking the question, “What does a neighbourhood designed for the 21st century look like?”This Saturday, from noon to 3pm, there will be a hosted picnic on the land for the community to come learn more about the project and meet the people involved. “We believe this project holds the potential to have a positive impact on Takaka and Golden Bay communities - with a focus on living in right relationship with land and neighbours - and right now we want to meet, build relationship, and listen to ensure that what we eventually design and build comes out of that place of relationship,” says engineer and project director Ben Preston. Since acquiring the land at the end of September, the group has been holding a series of workshops, community presentations, and meetings with both the local community and manawhenua of the land to explore what possibilities and opportunities this new neighbourhood might hold. In an ever-changing world that moves quickly, they believe that the neighbourhoods of the future should be designed to welcome the slow nature of relationship building and meet individual needs to find a place of belonging to both land and each other.

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Singer-songwriters Tess Liautaud and Nick Feint are appearing at the Mussel Inn on Sunday. Franco-American Tess, was a regular in the Paris music scene, where she honed her craft, before moving to New Zealand. She then spent a year on the Wanaka and Queenstown circuit before coming to Golden Bay. Influenced by songwriting giants like Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, John Prine and Joni Mitchell, Tess’ deep soulful voice sends shivers down the spine, Golden Bay’s Nick Feint brings in-depth stories to life in his songs mixing thoughtful, emotive lyrics, with heart and good humour. Bearing traces of Billy Bragg, Nick’s musical mix of wordplay and direct emotion make for an entertaining set. Nick played gigs all over New Zealand last year but not in Golden Bay so this is a returning home, with his set including the stories behind the songs. Nick and Tess will be joining each other for a few songs and the gig will also feature special guest star Theo Feint. Sunday 6 December at the Mussel Inn, 8pm, with a $10 cover charge.

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The Golden Bay Arts Directory has gone online with its latest edition of the annual listings of local artists and artisans. The revamped website features an easy-to-use interactive map showing locations of studios, galleries and other outlets, while the “Events” page, where “Anybody is welcome to promote quality and relevant events and exhibitions”, currently provides details of dates, times and participation fees for a wide variety of workshops. GB Arts Directory is at: www.goldenbayarts.com

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General manager GBCH Linzi Birmingham listens to questions and comments at last Thursday’s public engagement meeting in Takaka. Photo: Jo Richards. JO RICHARDS

specialist consultation following a referral from a GP. In connection with the former, a member of the public Golden Bay Community Health (GBCH) staff received bouquets, and a few brickbats, at last Thursday’s community commented: “I’m frustrated. In the old care facility we could ring up in the morning and get an appointment in the afternoon.” engagement event in Takaka. Linzi explained that the GBCH’s six doctors all had a fullThe exchange of views and information brought the 40 or so attendees up to date with recent improvements at GBCH and time workload, including on-call duty, an important function highlighted specific problems encountered by some patients. of an integrated health centre. She suggested that the wait Meeting chair, GBCH general manager Linzi Birmingham, for a routine consultation should be relatively short, provided was accompanied by several key members of staff, including people were prepared to be flexible. “Currently it’s 48 hours for clinical director and GP Rachael Cowie, practice coordinator non-urgent appointments, but that might not be with your GP.” Another member of the public said they had noticed a Sally Boixo, and aged care and hospital nurse leader Victoria Westerink. Manawhenua ki Mohua representative on the GBCH significant reduction in waiting times. “Months ago it was board Taria Mason was also in attendance along with Helen three weeks, now it’s okay. We are very lucky to get service Kingston, the community representative on the Nelson Bays like we do here.” Rachael was very upbeat about the tangible improvements. Primary Health Organisation (NBPHO) board. After team members introduced themselves, Linzi provided “I’m really excited about the changes in place regarding an overview of GBCH, pointing out that it was “not just a continuity of care and access to appointments.” On the significant issue of delayed referrals, a clearly general practice”, but encompassed, amongst other things, aged residential care, maternity services, occupational therapy, frustrated member of the public noted: “I had an appointment [with a GP] in August, but the [referral] letter was not written district nurses and telehealth consultations with specialists. Linzi explained that the aged residential care facility – which until November. It happened to my wife as well.” He finished, is fully occupied – is supplied with freshly prepared meals using however, by complimenting the other aspects of GBCH. ingredients from the hospital’s kitchen garden, which also “Everything else is fabulous.” His latter comment was echoed by other attendees. “Thank supplies the Meals on Wheels service. Residents are now offered advanced care planning, which you to the hospital - they are just wonderful,” said one. Rachel explained that a new system in development should enables preferences about their treatment to be agreed and documented, as well as specialist infusions and palliative care. improve efficiency. “The communication between practices and Future developments include the construction of a pathway Nelson Hospital has been a bit patchy, but Health One should to enable all residents to enjoy the hospital garden, and the be able to provide better information.” While explaining the reasons for some of the problems purchase of a van to take them out for the day. Referring to some basic statistics, Linzi said that, in an experienced by some patients, and outlining the improvements average month, GBCH managed 631 doctor appointments, 79 being made, Linzi acknowledged the right to complain and nurse practitioner appointments, 266 nurse appointments, and offered to personally help where possible. “If you have a problem, come to me.” 370 acute presentations. Helen pointed out that there is also an official procedure. Rachael then introduced Health Care Home – a new nationwide model of care that aims to improve the patient “Any formal complaint made to GBCH is seen by the PHO experience, improve access and make the service more efficient. board…Complaints are taken very seriously.” Just before the meeting closed, Linzi again invited attendees “We are working on care in the home so you don’t have to to raise issues directly with her if necessary. “My door is always travel when you don’t need to.” A key part of this initiative is the rollout of telehealth. “A open.” Reflecting on the engagement exercise the following day, consultation can include a GP and specialists in Nelson or Christchurch, over the phone or video, for things that don’t Linzi said she had taken a lot on board. “I think the key messages were: the community wants more need to present in person.” A number of improvements had already been made, Rachael communication; there was an identified issue with referrals and said. “We’ve redesigned reception to be more welcoming follow-up; and we need to provide a line of communication to and, on the My Indici portal, patients will be able to see their us for the community, for complaints, feedback or other issues.” She believed the event facilitated a useful exchange. “Overall doctor’s notes.” Other upgrades mentioned included the improved e-scripts it went well and we achieved what we set out to do, and that service, the weekly Collingwood GP clinics, and an initiative was communicate with the community and provide an update to ensure better continuity of GP services. “We have a buddy to services… The majority of the community are thankful we system so they talk to each other and check each other’s inbox,” have such a great service in the Bay.” Having recognised the session’s value, Linzi is keen to hold said Rachael. The raft of information from the GBCH professionals regular engagement events. “We are planning on holding a meeting every three months, prompted numerous questions and comments from the floor. These predominantly focused on two key issues: the time taken at this stage. We may change how we structure the meeting to secure a GP appointment, and the long delay in obtaining a and we are just working through that process.” THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 4 DECEMBER 2020

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Marine farmers from across the top of the South Island gathered at the new Queen Charlotte Yacht Club in Picton recently for the annual conference and awards dinner of the Marine Farming Association. Among the prize-winners, Golden Bay’s Darren Clarke and his family won the MFA Merit Award for their relentless dedication, particularly to protecting the environment of the top of the South. Darren is the MFA’s environmental mentor and he and his wife Jackie are sometimes up at 4am to brief mussel boat crews about the importance of not letting debris go over the sides and other requirements. The family collect floats which have come off marine farms across Golden Bay, have removed tonnes of debris (mostly not aquaculture related) from Rabbit Island near Nelson and spent hours bagging Sounds rubbish for collection. Many a fishing trip with the family or mates have seen the fishing put on hold for beach clean-ups.

Schola Musica is a chamber orchestra in which young string players learn some of the beautiful string repertoire written by great composers. The rewards for young musicians playing in such a group are numerous. They learn about leadership, they learn to communicate within a musical setting, how to co-ordinate bowing and sound and how to develop the music imaginatively. The orchestra also features young soloists, and these roles are shared as the students gain confidence. Schola is tutored by Margarita Jackson and Lissa Cowie. All students study through NCMA and range in age between 11 and 17 years. There is no conductor and the students take turns leading their sections. Schola perform concerts at NCMA and various schools and retirement homes in the region. We are delighted to be giving series of concerts in Nelson, Motueka and Golden Bay again this year. Our programme is the Holberg Suite by Edvard Grieg and Sinfonie in D by Felix Mendelssohn. Don’t miss an opportunity to support and encourage our younger generation of fabulous musicians. Saturday 12 December, 3pm, Golden Bay High School Hall. SUBMITTED

Food foraging couple Annika and Levi are experiencing a surge of interest when it comes to foraging. They live on a wild food diet themselves and now present easy plant identification tips, explain health benefits and share their unique recipes in full-day workshops. Participants are taught to identify a diverse range of plants, taste them, and learn about their health benefits and medicinal properties. The couple shares their experience living off the land and being connected with nature in all the seasons. In a hands-on cooking experience Annika offers different ways to integrate wild plants into a modern diet. “It was a fun, fabulous day packed with learning. Your diet may likely never be the same,” says course participant Ollie. The next workshop in Golden Bay is on Sunday 13 December. Visit www.livingwild.nz/deliciously-wild

GBHS redevelopment progresses SUBMITTED

It has recenlty been announced that Naylor Love has been confirmed to provide pre-construction services for the redevelopment projects at Golden Bay High School and Collingwood Area School. Naylor Love’s Nelson branch, Gibbons Naylor, will now assist the designers though the remaining stages of design and planning. Once the design is complete, Gibbons Naylor will continue on as the main contractor to deliver the construction works at both schools. For local tradespeople and business that wish to be considered for subcontracting arrangements, please make contact with Chris Schriek at chris.schriek@naylorlove.co.nz for more information.

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THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 4 DECEMBER 2020

RAINFALL

Good prices seen at livestock sale

NOVEMBER 2020

Rainfall

Glenview Rd 260mm Kaihoka

Raindays

Heaviest fall

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63mm on the 3rd

271.1mm 20

Te Hapu

300mm

40.2mm on the 3rd

19 52mm on the 30th

Rototai 353mm 16 55mm on the 3rd Highest November total since 2008 Paines Ford 354mm 18 79mm on the 3rd Well over double the average rainfall Ligar/Tata

366mm

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75mm on the 22nd

Hamama

410mm

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89mm on the 3rd

Collingwood 439mm

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Onekaka 461mm 18 72mm on the 4th 285% of average for the month Puramahoi 481mm Bainham Rockville

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PEST TRAPPING OCTOBER 2020 Stoats this month Stoats YTD Rats this month Rats YTD

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PROJECT DE-VINE

Buyers contemplate putting in a bid for some well-presented calves. Photo: Jo Richards. JO RICHARDS

A break in the clouds sent the temperature rising as bidding heated up at last week’s calf sale in Takaka. The annual event, run by PGG Wrightson, took place at its regular venue – Duncan McKenzie’s sale yards on the outskirts of town. By the time PGGW dairy consultant and auctioneer Craig Taylor opened the sale, a sizeable crowd had gathered – some to buy, some to see what price their stock would achieve, and others simply to enjoy the spectacle. Craig started by spelling out the rules of the game. “Prices are GST exclusive… cash or cheque only.” The first lot to go under the hammer – Craig’s notebook in this case – were 13 yearlings. The 18-month-old bulls, weighing in at around 400kg each, attracted plenty of bids which saw the prices heading radidly upwards. After selling several lots of yearlings, Craig jumped up onto the top rail of the stock-yard fence and while keeping his balance, and a cool head, moved from pen to pen taking bids and giving buyers plenty of opportunity to up their offers. Duncan, who has owned the sales yards for around 30 years, and hosts the annual sale, was pleased with the “good turnout” and reckoned there were about 600 animals in the day’s catalogue. At the end of the afternoon, Craig said it had been “a great day”with all lots sold and good prices achieved. “Approximately 460 calves and 160 yearling cattle traded hands.” Amongst the stock sold were calves for IHC and the Collingwood Rugby Club as part of their annual fundraising efforts.

NOVEMBER 2020 Number of properties involved 486 Banana passion vines - mature 181,296 Banana passion vines - seedlings 234,405 Old Man’s Beard 59,354 Other pest plants and trees 59,689 All pest plants and trees total 534,744 Total controlled this month 4,407

PGG Wrightson auctioneer Craig Taylor acknowledges a bid on Friesian yearling bulls at last week’s sale in Takaka. Photo: Jo Richards.

Craig explained that local sellers realised prices above presale expectations due to a number of keen purchasers from over the Hill. “Friesian bulls made $480 to $500 mostly with a top pen at $510. A few younger calves reached $400 to $450. “Beef-cross bulls made $500-plus with $550 to $605 often achieved. Beef-cross heifers sold for between $400 and $480.” Craig said that, while the number of calves might have been a bit lower that usual, the quality was definitely high. “There was a great lineup of calves, perhaps a little behind previous years due to a wet spring but well presented by our vendors.”

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Please phone 03 525 7115

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CLASSIFIEDS SPORTS RESULTS / Hua tākaro

TRADES AND SERVICES / Mahi a ratonga

GOLF 24 November. Summer stableford: C Gilbert, L Jerram, M Dobbie all on 31. 28 November: Captain’s Trophy (par): R Dyce +2, G Little +1, B Win +1. Closest to pin: 3/12 R Dyce, 4/13 & 9/18 R Davis, 8/17 W Collie. Twos: R Miller, R Davis, L Trent, R Dyce. Two: R Miller, 7. Happy wanderer: W Collie. Best gross: R Davis 76. BRIDGE 27 November. Relaxed Friday, Howell: L Scurr/E Bradshaw 61%, T Packard/J Cooper 57%, D McDonald/J Massey 50%; h/cap: L Scurr/E Bradshaw 66.5%, T Packard/J Cooper 63.3%, D McDonald/J Massey 61.4%.

Abel Tasman Accounting Limited Xero Certified, Public Practice CA. Taxation services and general business support for clients of all shapes and sizes. Available evenings and weekends. Ph Bronwyn 027 268 4010, bronwyn@abeltasmanaccounting.co.nz ACCOUNTANT and tax advisor. All Inland Revenue returns filed for big and small businesses and individuals. Self-employed and rental property reports prepared. Day and evening appointments available. Ph Susan Ayton Shaw 929 7507 or email taxayton@gmail.com

AGM NOTICES ONETAHUA Marae AGM postponed till Saturday 19 December, 11am, Onetahua Marae. Shared lunch afterwards

ACCOUNTANT. Long-standing market leader with unbeatable professional qualifications and experience. Warn & Associates, ph 525 9919.

PERSONAL NOTICES / Pānui ake

APPLIANCE and whiteware repair. 12+ years’ experience servicing all brands. Ph Luke 022 602 8118.

DODSON, Edward Andrew (Ted), 13 January 13 1942 - 29 November 2020. With sadness we advise that Ted passed away peacefully, on Sunday, with family by his side. Beloved father to Jason, Bridget, Alma and Charlotte. Treasured granddad to Kodie, Kai, Caleb, Hana, Ayla, Anastacia and Maddie. Messages to be sent to Charlotte Dodson, 46b Commercial Street, Takaka. As per Ted’s wishes, a private cremation has been held, and will be followed by a family memorial service, at a later date. “When our work here is done, And the life’s crown is won, And our troubles and trials are o’er; All our sorrow will end, And our voices will blend, With the loved ones who’ve gone on before.” Jim Reeves, “Where We’ll Never Grow Old”

ARBORIST, qualified, ph Jack Stevens 021 211 5580.

ARCHITECTURAL design, residential housing. Ph Peter Fersterer 525 8132. CARS wanted. Will pick up for free (some conditions apply). Motueka Auto Parts. Ph 03 528 9576.

CHIMNEY cleaning, handyman, Dennis Sage ph 027 873 0726. CITRUS pruning, garden advice, design and development, soil testing, orchard work. Sol Morgan, GroWise Consultancy, ph 027 514 9112. COMPUTER and smartphone sales, repairs and solutions. Supporting all Windows and Apple products. Conveniently located at 65 Commercial Street or available by appointment on 027 831 4156.

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ELECTRICIANS. Fuse Electrical Golden Bay. Ready to solve all your electrical needs. Ph Thomas 525 9300, 027 788 8500.

Golden Bay A&P Association

124th

ANNUAL

SHOW

SAT 16 JANUARY 2021

ELECTRONICS repairs: Cell phones, computers, radios, TVs, HiFi and more! Ph 027 246 2432. FREEVIEW satellite TV. Ph 027 246 2432. GARDENER available. Pruning, planting, maintainene, weeding. Ph Debbie Jones 027 751 1060. GB CHIMNEY SWEEPING, SPIDER AND FLY SPRAYING Ph 524 8795 or 027 434 5405 GOLDEN BAY DIGGER HIRE 1.7 tonne. Ph 027 713 0684.

PUBLIC NOTICES / Pānui a whānui NEED help writing your personal or family story? Contact Charlotte Squire and her team for help with all aspects of writing and publishing. Ph 027 525 7455, charlottesquirecoms@ gmail.com MONDAY 7 December: Last meeting to get a Golden Bay High School pool key for the summer! 5.30pm at the Golden Bay High School Library. GOLDEN Bay Community Board meeting at Collingwood Fire Station on Tuesday 8 December. Public forum starts at 9.30am. WINNER of Bainham Rural Women raffle limited edition print by Rina Sjardin-Thompson was the Curnow family. Thanks to all those who supported our raffle, Carolyn McLellan, president Bainham Rural Women. ZING Choir has recently been able to purchase a data projector and screen and express heartfelt thanks to Trash Palace, TDC Community Grants and all the people who turned up to the fundraising “soiree” for their generous assistance in making this possible. AL-ANON: Are you affected by someone else’s drinking? Weekly meetings, 1.30pm Monday at the Catholic Hall. All welcome. Ph 0508 425 2666. GOLDEN Bay Community Board meeting on Tuesday 8 December at Collingwood Fire Station. Meeting starts at 9.30am with public forum. BOOKS - The Village Theatre will no longer be having its annual book sale. Thank you for your past donations. Please consider donating books for the Motupipi Hall book sale instead. GB Animal Welfare Society Inc (ex-SPCA). Ph Carol Wells 525 9494, 8am-5pm weekdays. ALCOHOLICS Anonymous. If you want to drink that’s your business. If you want to stop we can help. Meeting Thursdays 7pm, Catholic Church Hall. Ph 0800 229 6757.

MASSAGE THERAPY ꟾ $50 LOCALS SPECIAL!! THOMAS HAMILTON 022 160 9101

THERAPEUTIC ꟾ RELAXATION ꟾ BOWEN THERAPY ꟾ ZERO BALANCING KINESIOLOGY ꟾ ENERGY ALIGNMENT

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Schedules of classes available to enter and entry forms available from: NBS Takaka, PGG WRIGHTSON,

EARTH GEMS Flowers & Garden, RURAL SERVICE CENTRE, MILLERS GARAGE Collingwood, BAINHAM STORE ONLINE https://www.ras.org.nz/shows-events/centralregion/#show_61

TO GET T F E L K E E ONE W IES IN! YOUR ENTR ENTRIES ACCEPTED

By email: goldenbayshow@gmail.com By post: PO Box 69, Takaka 7142 In person: At Anglican Church Hall Friday 11 December 1pm - 5pm Saturday 12 December 9am - 1pm

ENTRIES CLOSE

GOLDEN Bay Storage, Takaka. Dry, safe, secure, alarmed, insurance approved. Furniture trailer available. Ph Rob and Marg 525 9698, 027 222 5499, goldenbaystorage@gmail.com

Green Grass Accounting - Chartered Accountant. MYOB Partner and Xero Certified. Local accountant providing business and personal accounting services. Ph Robert 029 775 6459 or email robert@greengrassaccounting.co.nz. GREENREAPER. Property maintenance, landscape and garden designs. Ph Alexis 021 0239 1364. References available. HEAT pump installation, sales and servicing. Ph Dave McKay 027 404 4740, 525 8538. HELPING HANDS ph 525 6226. Te Whare Mahana Supported Employment. Lawnmowing, line trimming, garden maintenance, riparian planting, scrub-cutting, gutter cleaning, recycling, pothole repair, waterblasting, window cleaning, house moves. How can we help?

Saturday 12 December 2020

LAWNMOWING. Pakawau, Bainham, Takaka to Wainui. Ph N Shaw 525 7597, 027 212 4020. niallshaw_6@hotmail.com

Enquiries ph Jean 525 9142, 027 344 3316 goldenbayshow@gmail.com

LAWNMOWING, www.goldenbaypropertyservices.co.nz, ph 027 690 0769.

WANTED

NGANGA picture framing, Collingwood, enquiries ph 021 107 6312, 524 8660. Expert framing by a professional artist. ORANGE Rentals have rental cars, trailers and a furniture trailer available for hire. Ph 027 337 7147.

CARS & 4WD

PAINTING and interior, exterior plastering. Licensed qualified local tradesman. Ph CM Coatings 027 222 0507.

Ph now 020 4167 1519

PENINSULA Plasterers for all your interior plastering needs. No job too small. Quality assured. 20+ years’ experience. For a free quote ph Craig 027 472 4376.

Quick removal. Some models are worth good cash $ $ $. Support the Bay.

PORTABLE BANDSAW MILLING. Ph Tim 524 8997, 027 714 4232.

SEWING SERVICE, NEEDLES, THREADS, WOOL, BEADS. Stitch ‘n Sew ph 525 8177. STORAGE /container hire. Your place (anywhere) or mine (Takaka). Ph Cheryl at Orange Mechanical Ltd 525 9991. THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 4 DECEMBER 2020

TRADES AND SERVICES / Mahi a ratonga SURVEYING: topographical survey, construction and building set out, boundary location. Ph Alexis 021 0239 1364.

SHOP LOCAL

FOR SALE / Hei hokohoko GARAGE sale. Sunday 6 December, 10am-3pm, 23 Haile Lane, Pohara.

TAKAKA Garden Services, for all your lawn and garden needs. Ph 027 525 8006 or 525 8806.

COTTAGE Plants Onekaka is open Wednesday-Sunday, 10am4.30pm. Ph 525 9253.

TAKAKA Self Storage, Commercial Street. Units and containers. Secure yard with cameras. Ph 525 6181.

LENOXX turntable player TT500. Transfer records and cassettes to computer. Never been used. $200. Ph 027 277 5703.

TREE removal, confined area felling, chipping, chipper hire. Fully insured. Ph 525 7597, 027 212 4020.

WINDOW repairs. At home or work. Ph Golden Bay Glass 525 7274. 96 Commercial Street.

WATER TANKS CLEANED. Ph Chris 027 444 5334.

FIREWOOD: Douglas fir, beech and gum. Delivering now. Also kindling. Ph Bay Firewood 027 769 6348.

WINDOW cleaning. Ph Willem 022 134 1726.

WINDOW cleaning, www.goldenbaypropertyservices.co.nz, ph 027 690 0769.

SLASH your electricity bill. Install a grid-connect PV system. Professional design and install. Ph Paul Stocker, Azimuth Renewables, 525 6019.

THE FLYFISHERS WIFE

BUILDING or renovating? AES Wastewater Treatment system: No power, 20-year warranty, supplying NZ from Golden Bay. www.et.nz, ph 525 9020. NEW copies of the book Whitebaiters Never Lie, $50. Ph 525 9373. Great birthday and Christmas presents.

Gifts and fishing tackle 03 525 9113

Are you ready for Christmas?

RECYCLED red bricks, $4 each. Ph 027 350 0755. NATIVE plants, big selection, spring sale prices $3-$11 each. At Tame Eels, Poplar Lane, Collingwood. Ph 021 033 1227. MATTRESS, Futonyasan, 150mm queen-size, organic wool and coconut fibre, $350. Ph 525 7376. NEW copies of the book Whitebaiters Never Lie, $50. Ph 525 9373. Great birthday and Christmas presents.

Tasman St, Collingwood - 10am-2pm 7 days a week

We have some ideas to help you whether it’s something for the garden… tools, a wheelbarrow, plants, mixes, pots and garden art. Maybe clothing... a new pair of boots, summer shorts or possibly something for the house or farm. We also do vouchers, a great gift if you can not decide.

Come in and have a look around! We now offer a Delivery Service *Charges apply

KUBOTA K120 diesel power tiller rotary hoe. Big machine suitable for large area of gardens or orchard. One owner. $3000 ono. Ph 027 616 5211.

The Story of Milnthorpe Park book available at Rural Service Centre or ph Liz Thomas 525 7035 For Milnthorpe Park cards ph 524 8373

eZee Torq Alfine, very good condition, 19a/h battery, high quality touring/road bike, $1,850

Phone 525 7376

BE IN TO WIN

DE-LISH

Purchase any 4 litre, 5 litre or 10 litre Wattyl Paint or Stain

Drawn in-store Wednesday 23 December 2020

SYM 50cc scooter in very good condition. Reg on hold, 5000km, $400. Ph 027 616 5211.

ELECTRIC BIKE

We’re your local

and go into the draw to win this Moana Stand Up Paddle Board and Accessories worth $1000

PEUGOT 206 GTI 2001, manual, no WOF, reg on hold, needs work on speedo/muffler. $390. Ph 020 4085 7721.

Delicatessen Co Ltd Creators, Merchants & Caterers of Fine Foods & Artisan Products

ORDER YOUR CHRISTMAS CAKE AND HAM AT DE-LISH

Mon-Fri 8.30am-5pm; Saturday 9am-1pm Ph 525 7265 │ 7 Commercial Street, Takaka

Fresh, tasty, creative food Phone 525 7111

HOUSEPLANTS GALORE!!

Huge range of varieties, from $7.50!!

Ph 525 9868 or 027 928 3314

HYLINE PULLETS

FOR SALE

16 weeks old, ready to lay $28 each, free delivery

Ph/txt Trev 027 282 4014

03 525 9113

Complete your Kiwi Christmas & order a succulent Pestell’s Ham, either boneless or on the bone.

We need your order in by 12th Dec, Hams will be ready to collect in Store from the 21st Dec We now offer a Delivery Service *Charges apply

earthgemstakaka@gmail.com THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 4 DECEMBER 2020

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HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora AROHA Health Spa. Massage, advanced clinical massage, myofascial release, hot stone and relaxation, infrared sauna, spa bath, facials, holistic health and more. Open WednesdaySunday from 9.30am, 792 Abel Tasman Drive, Pohara. Ph 525 8870. CAROLYN Simon, Craniosacral therapist, naturopath, medical herbalist. For appointments or flower essences text 027 483 5865, ph 525 8544. COMPLETE Healthcare with NIS by Neurolink, using neuroscience principles to achieve optimum health. 2019 Masters series. Practitioner Anne Michell. Ph 525 8733 or 027 751 7970.

MASSAGE THERAPY ꟾ $50 LOCALS SPECIAL!! THOMAS HAMILTON 022 160 9101

THERAPEUTIC ꟾ RELAXATION ꟾ BOWEN THERAPY ꟾ ZERO BALANCING KINESIOLOGY ꟾ ENERGY ALIGNMENT

Inspired by nature and handcrafted in Golden Bay A beautiful collection of natural skincare products, using botanicals that are sourced in my own garden or wild harvested locally.

ERICA van Sint Annaland Physiotherapy, Golden Bay Community Health. ACC and private visits. Ph 027 776 6111.

Hand made in small batches with love and care.

LISA Williams, registered medical herbalist, iridologist, Reiki master, reflexology, herbal apothecary. www. goldenbayiridology.com Ph 525 6150, txt 027 451 9797. MASSAGE, $50. Ph Thomas 022 160 9101. MASSAGE AND REIKI. Emma Sutherland (Ameliorate). First one-hour treatment - $35 for GB locals. www.ameliorate.nz. Ph 027 487 2639.

Treat yourself, family or friends with a pot full of nature’s magic!

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MASSAGE and trigger point therapy for chronic muscular pain, dysfunction, sports performance. Specialising in unresolved muscular pain. 26 years of experience. Ph Paul 027 772 7334, 54 Commercial Street.

Healing with Grace Providing Golden Bay with: Professional, Diagnostic, Clinical Physio & Massage Therapy services ACC registered Provider

REFLEXOLOGY - new in town Tuesdays and Fridays. Relax and unwind. Home visits also possible. Ph Ariane Wyler 021 0260 7607 or email happyfeetflex@gmail.com SIMON Jones: Counselling, mediation, coaching. 28 years’ experience. Member NZAC. Ph 525 8542. YOUTH and adult counselling. Ph 027 416 6815, email selena@ gbwct.org.nz

Grant Watson

Manipulative Physiotherapist

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Sports & Accident injuries Complex musculoskeletal conditions Clinical reviews / Second opinions Orthopaedic / Post-operative rehabilitation Postural / Biomechanical correction programmes 021346642 ♥ 5258106 Clinical Massage Therapy BTSM, RMT MNZ Gift Vouchers Available

Grace Shields

Mondays, and Thursday mornings

No GP referral required Ask us about our no-cost initial Physio assessment

Ph: 027 370 6472 Email: wattie18@outlook.com

Call 0800 749 739 for info or an appointment today

Collingwood Health Centre at Collingwood Area School

Healing with Grace &

021 346642 ♥ 525 8106

Dr Sally Dawson CHIROPRACTOR

ACC Registered

22 Meihana Street, Takaka www.takakachiropractic.com

MNZCA

telephone

027 732 4476

SITUATIONS VACANT / Tūranga wātea CAREGIVER wanted. Two mornings per week, three hours per day. Training will be given. Ph 525 8890. DELISH is looking for a new team member in our busy kitchen. Cook and barista positions available. Permanent part-time work for a creative team player. Ph 027 425 8780 or drop in your details to Delish.

Golden Kids Inc Early Learning Centre -Early Childhood Teacher, Maternity CoverThere must be something in the water! Due to a 12 month maternity leave position coming available in our well regarded, community based centre, we are seeking a professional, skilled, fun-loving and qualified teacher to join our passionate and supportive teaching team. Golden Kids Inc. Early Learning Centre’s vision is to empower and inspire all learners through a culture of aroha and respect. .We can offer:  A positive, fun and supportive environment of teachers, who love what they do!  Excellent child/teacher ratios  Six weeks annual leave per year  ECECA, salary and conditions  A fully registered and certified teaching team, as well as a housekeeper and centre administrator We require:  a passionate, caring teacher who excels in reflective practice and supporting children’s learning  a willingness to participate effectively in our dedicated team of teachers  Professionalism, self motivation and a team player If this sounds like your dream job and your values align with ours, please contact us to receive an application pack or for more information see Trademe #2883342626 Sage Andrews -Head Teacher/Manager admin@goldenkids.co.nz (03) 525 9059 Applications CLOSE: Wednesday 20th January 2021 at 3pm. Position to: COMMENCE in April 2021

Lolly Dadley-Moore RCST, PACT Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy Specialising to optimise health, resolve pain, trauma and injury. Working with individuals, children and babies.

www.inbodyhealth.co.nz ꟾ info@inbodyhealth.co.nz

Ph 027 338 9504

Tuesdays & Fridays

Chiropractor Inga Schmidt

MSc (Chiro), DC, MNZCA

021 180 7789

Golden Bay Health Centre, 12 Motupipi St

www.healthfocus.co.nz ACC registered

Contracting Division Vacancies With an increasing workload in our Contracting division Sollys requires additional staff with the following skills: Certified Drainlayer: The successful applicant will have a wide range of drain laying experience in domestic, rural and commercial areas. Excavator and Machine operation experience essential. Excavator/Machine Operators: The successful applicants will have developed a wide range of skills. Experience in land development, subdivisions and roading would be an advantage together with a general operating knowledge of civil contracting machines. These are exciting positions for self-motivated and organised individuals who practice good time and worksite management in a safe and efficient manner. Infrastructure qualifications would be an advantage however all successful applicants will be required to undertake Infrastructure Training. The positions are Permanent and Full Time based at our Takaka Depot. We expect applicants to have licences and endorsements for Heavy Machine Operation. Remuneration will be in line with experience. A full Job Description is available at www.sollys.co.nz or email hr@sollys.co.nz Applications can be submitted to:

The HR Department hr@sollys.co.nz

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Sollys Freight (1978) Ltd P O Box 162 Takaka, 7142

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213 Packard Road, Motupipi

We are supporting Mohua Social Services, because everyone deserves to smile this Christmas

New Listing/Open Home SET DATE OF SALE: Closes 1pm, Tues 15th Dec 2020- Will not be sold prior For Sale: Sunday 6th December 2:00pm - 2:30pm Open Home: WORK YOUR MAGIC IN MOTUPIPI - Location location location and tremendous potential equal something exciting. If you're up for a project, pull up your socks and look no further. My clients have recently put their heart and soul into this property and are now willing to hand over the opportunity for you to add your finishing touches and complete the maintenance this property deserves.

35 Gibbs Road, Collingwood

Open Home TENDER: Closes 1pm, 10th Dec 2020 For Sale: Open Home: Sunday 6th December 12:00pm -12:30pm WHERE TUI FLY - There's not another house in sight, the bush is full of birdsong, the Tui swoop from flower to flower and sitting on the deck here you will be glad of the sea breeze to tame the hot sun, the solar rays are powering this modern home which is off grid, with good shed. For full details, the LIM report and a 3D virtual tour, contact me today - a new caretaker is required. Will not be sold prior.

Our Christmas tree is up, so please drop in your unwrapped donation prior to 16th December to ensure your gift reaches an appropriate child.

137 Commercial Street, Takaka

Open Home

180 Anatoki Track Road, Kotinga

Open Home

SET DATE OF SALE: Closes 1pm, 8th Dec 2020 For Sale: Open Home: Saturday 5th December 12:00pm -12:30pm DOWNSIZE WITHOUT COMPROMISE - Imagine living in your own private lodge,with over 100sqm of living space, located within an easy walking distance to Takaka township. Well here's your golden opportunity! Overlooking water, open countryside and the distant mountains, this very spacious home has all you need and more to enjoy life in the slow lane! Will not be sold prior.

For Sale: TENDER: Closes 1pm, Thurs 17th Dec 2020 Open Home: Saturday 5th December 2:30pm sharp OFF GRID - ONE OF A KIND - RARE FIND - If you are looking to go bush and off-grid and still live within ten minutes of town, check out the stunning views from this 25ha block in Kotinga. Oozing with potential the "as is" six-bedroom consented home gives you the chance to add your own personal touch as it is still under construction. Bring your bush boots. LIM report available. Will not be sold prior.

Level 1, 11 Buxton Lane, Takaka | Facebook @RaywhiteGoldenbay | 03 525 7219 I 027 608 5606 | www.rwgoldenbay.co.nz | Billy Kerrisk Licensed Agent REAA 2008 EMPLOYMENT WANTED / Hiahia mahi DRIVER available, spotless P-class license. Ph Sage 525 7698.

PROPERTY WANTED / Rawa hiahia GOLDEN Bay, near coastline, good-size section, sunny aspect, three-bed house, work OK, private buyer $600,000$1.2m. Apply direct in confidence, Stuart ph 027 444 9545, goldfishwh3@gmail.com

PROPERTY AVAILABLE / Rawa watea ROOM available for a mature lady, in Commercial Street, $120/ week. Please ph 027 511 4266.

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EATING OUT / Kai wahi kē

Ray White Golden Bay Property Management ARE YOU READY? From 1 Dec 2020 all new or varied tenancy agreements must include a Healthy Homes Statement and evidence of compliance must be provided if requested. If the property does not meet the standards then you still have time. From 1 July 2021 you will need to have a fully complaint property within 90 days of a new or varied tenancy agreement. For further information on this and much more please contact Jenna Bowden - 027 525 7229 - jenna.bowden@raywhite.com

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ANATOKI SALMON fishing and café. Catch your own lunch or order from the menu. Open every day from 10am. www. anatokisalmon.co.nz COLLINGWOOD TAVERN. 11am-7pm, Sunday-Thursday; 11am-late, Friday and Saturday.

your own pizza. Brazilian open steak sammy. Kids get free ice cream with their meal. All with relaxed sea views. Thursday-Monday, 11am-2.30pm and 5pm til late for dinner. Saturday, Sunday breaky from 9am. Ph 03 970 3291.

COURTHOUSE CAFÉ, Collingwood. Open 7 days, 8am-4pm. Pizzas on Friday nights, 5-7pm. Ph 524 8194.

MAD CAFÉ & RESTAURANT, where only the best will do. Wednesday, Thursday, 10am-2pm and 4-8pm; Friday-Sunday, 9am-3pm and 4-8pm. Coffee 24/7 when about.

CURRY LEAF. Open 7 days, 12-8pm. Chef-made food, takeaway prices. Order online thecurryleaf.co.nz or ph 525 8481.

OLD SCHOOL CAFÉ, Pakawau. Open 4pm-late, Thursday, Friday. 11am-late, Saturday, Sunday. Closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday. Ph 524 8457.

DANGEROUS KITCHEN. Breakfast, lunch and dinner, TuesdaySaturday from 9am till 8pm, closed Sunday, Monday. For bookings and takeaways ph 525 8686.

THE MUSSEL INN. Open 7 days, 11am til late.

DE-LISH DELICATESSEN. Sumptuous, delicious food. Lunches, catering, coffee, chocolate, cheeses and epicure items. Weekdays from 6.30am. Ph 525 7111. KORORA’S NEST (ex Penguin, Pohara). Great coffee, service and food. Come and enjoy our slow-cooked Greek lamb and lots more exciting dishes. New lunch menu. Create

TOTALLY ROASTED, Pohara. Hours 9am-3pm, Thursday to Monday. Closed Tuesday, Wednesday. Friday night wood-fired pizza 4pm till 7pm, dine in or take away, ph 525 9396 for orders. TOTOS CAFÉ & PIZZERIA: Open Sundays weather permitting, 10am-4pm, ph 039 707 934, Totaranui hill. WHOLEMEAL CAFÉ, open for dine-in meals and takeaways 7.30am-3pm, Monday to Friday and 8am-3pm Saturday and Sunday.

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UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere

EARTHSEA GALLERY, 76 Boyle St (Golf Course Rd) Clifton, Takaka, ph 525 7007. Open most days 10am-5pm. Fine landscape paintings and reproduction giclee prints. www. earthseagallery.com

CHURCH SERVICES ON SUNDAYS SACRED Heart Catholic faith community celebrates Mass at 5pm each Sunday. All welcome. GOLDEN Bay Anglican Church warmly invites you to join them each Sunday, 10am at Takaka and 4.45pm at Collingwood. ST Andrews Presbyterian Church invites you to join with us for morning worship at 10am. Kay Peterson.

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Saturday 5th December

roots & fruits Thursday 10th December

Celebration Sunday: 1st, 3rd & 5th Sundays each month,

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Community Connection: 2nd & 4th Sundays in various

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SINGING JOLEEN BY DOLLY PARTON ALL WELCOME FROM 8PM

10:30am at Anglican Hall, Haven Rd, Collingwood. Ph Robin & Lauren Swafford 524 8498.

Friday 11th December

formats & localities. Ph Rowan Miller 021 106 8461.

Saturday 12th December

the great roots bar band fest! Jesus replied, “I tell you the truth, unless you are born again, you cannot see the Kingdom of God John 3:3

BUTTERFLIES WELCOMING SPRING // PIECES OF MOLLY ST PETERS THURSDAY // COLD SHOWER **TICKETS $15 UNDERTHERADAR.COM** $20 ON THE GATE.

Sunday Service 10am

Friday 18th December

Pastor: Rodney Watson 0275 114 266 93 Commercial St, Takaka. www.godunlimited.org

Ph: 525 9265

BODY OCEAN

NIK ROOS OF NOISIA AND JEREMY GLENN OF THE UPBEATS $20 ON THE GATE Gourmet food & burgers, Open fire, Good beer, Good people

UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere

Motupipi Hall

XMAS FAIR / XMAS DINNER Saturday 5 December from 10am – 2pm with lunch at 12.30pm, $25 per person

Cold meats, vegetables, assortment of desserts, lots of Xmas cheer Xmas baking and Xmas stocking fillers, raffle

www.rootsbar.co.nz

SATURDAY 5 DECEMBER MOTUEKA A&P SUMMER MUSIC GALA. Come along and join in the fun from 2pm until 10pm. Three live bands, circus troupes and workshops, food and craft stalls, amusements. $5 entry, Marchwood Park. Ph 03 526 8050.

LATER EVENTS

GB A&P SHOW 16/01/2021 Sand saucer flowers lined up? 3 COSTUME HIRE. Playhouse, Park Avenue, 7-8.30pm. After zucchinis (very prestigious class). Entries close 12 December. hours ph Diane 525 8097, evenings. CHRISTMAS REMEMBRANCE SERVICE for those grieving. ONEKAKA PLAYGROUP, all welcome, Wednesdays 10am- East Takaka Church, Sunday 20 December at 3pm, followed 12.30pm, Onekaka Hall. by a cuppa tea. All welcome. Officiated by Laura Manson, for more information please contact Laura@matukufunerals. co.nz or to RSVP. UPCOMING GIGS & EVENTS...

Kahurangi Christian Church

All Welcome ☺

THURSDAY 10 DECEMBER

GOLDEN BAY COMMUNITY BOARD MEETING, Tuesday DAYTIME BADMINTON, Rec Park Centre, 9-11am. All 8 December at Collingwood Fire Station. Meeting starts at welcome. Ph Kerry 525 7007, 027 525 7007. 9.30am with public forum.

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Takaka Library

Friday 11th December 1.30pm

MOTUPIPI HALL CHRISTMAS FAIR/DINNER. See advert on this page for full details.

New Zealand's 'Wild Woman' Miriam Lancewood presents her second memoir Wild At Heart: The Dangers and Delights of a Nomadic Life

TUESDAY 8 DECEMBER BADMINTON, GBHS gym, 7-9pm. All welcome. Ph Kerry 525 7007.

An extraordinary story about life and death, courage and the power of love Books will be available for sale $35. cash only

Free Event

All your favourite stalls local produce, meat, honey, cheese, bread, crystals, clothing, soap, oils and much more...

The Mussel Inn Coming Up...

Sat 5th MAN FROM ATLANTA - 8.30pm, no cover charge Sun 6th TESS LIAUTAUD & NICK FEINT - 8pm, $10 Thu 10th ACID ON THE MICROPHONE - poems, songs and stories - open mic. 7.30pm, all welcome, $5 koha entry Sat 12 TAWHIRI FUNK

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Sat 19th THE COWPOKERS! supported by DOW P’DOW DOW Sat 25th CLOSED FOR CHRISTMAS Tue 29th HUMMERCIDE + THE GALLERY Thu 31st HORIZONE - limited tickets available online - selling fast

TICKETS ARE LIMITED BUY ONLINE NOW

ADULTS $45.00 YOUTH $25.00 UNDER 12 FREE

www.kiwispiritdistillery.co.nz/festival Full refund if cancelled due to COVID. Anyone under 18 years old must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. No BYO or dogs. Free parking onsite.

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SATURDAYS LIVE MUSIC Art & Dance in Magical Atmosphere to Dine

M Sat 5 Dec 7pm - WILL TOBIAS 12 Dec 7pm - CAITLIN A Sat Sat 19 Dec 7pm - RENNIE & COLM D Tues 21 Dec 7pm - CAITLIN Café Enquiries ph 021 107 6312 Re-Searching Street Re-Searching Commercial Commercial Street

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Golden Bay Museum / Te Waka Huia o Mohua Exhibition now showing Summer Exhibition until Saturday 30 April 2021 Opening 5th December

Programmes to listen out for

GIG GUIDE FOR DECEMBER 4,5 December

Elisha Hobbs

6 December

Laura-Mae

11 December

Lindy Valente (Gypsy Picker)

12 December

Kaylee Burnett

18 December

Gypsy Pickers

19 December

Francis Earl Maxino

20 December

Manea

26 December

Bungle McFungle

27 December

Elisha Hobbs

28 December

Elisha Hobbs

29 December

Dust & Gold

30 December

Manea

New Year's Eve

Live Music from 5pm

Yoga Beats - Sharing, showcasing, simplifying and funkifying yoga philosophy. Join Sam Blanchard for Yoga Beats, kindly supported by Healthpost. Airs every second Friday at 10am, replaying the following Thursday night at midnight. Spiral Radio - Join host Dean Campbell as he brings you music, reviews, previews and interviews from the conscious communities of Nelson, throughout New Zealand and overseas. Kindly supported by The Spiral Store, Anahata Yoga Retreat and Yogi Ai Kam Aikoham Nath Ji. Airs Fridays at 7pm, replays following Wed at 10pm. With Heart - William Manu presents a music show of gospel and enduring hymns adding historical background on his selection of songs. Covered by artists like Elvis Presley and groups like The Blind Boys of Alabama. Airs every second Sunday at 9am and replays the following Sunday night at 9pm.

Laura-Mae & Gypsy Pickers From 9pm

See you all @ Kotare Sands Pohara

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TAKAKA FUELS & FISHING

Golden Bay weather forecast

2 Commercial Street, Takaka ꟾ Ph 525 7305

Valid from Friday 4 until Tuesday 8 December Friday: Westerlies tending northwest. Showers over Kahurangi, mainly fine and mild elsewhere. Saturday: Northwesterlies. Rain over Kahurangi and scattered rain developing elsewhere. Southwesterlies developing in the evening, clearing. Sunday: Northerlies developing. Fine and cloudy intervals. Becoming mild. Monday: Northwesterlies. Rain developing over Kahurangi and scattered falls elsewhere later. Tuesday: Northerlies. Rain, heavy at times west of Takaka, easing away from the ranges late afternoon. Sollys Contractors are proud sponsors of this weather forecast. Enquiries phone: 03 525 9843 Disclaimer: This forecast is a personal interpretation complied from public information provided by NZ Metservice and other public sources. It is a local forecast and no liability is implied or accepted.

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