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Bank of New Zealand’s Takaka branch is due to close permanently some time between April and June next year. Photo: Jo Richards.

JO RICHARDS

Shocked, but at the same time, not entirely surprised, has been an understandable reaction to the impending closure of Bank of New Zealand’s Takaka branch.

Last week’s bombshell – that BNZ Takaka will permanently close its doors after 134 years of operation – was dropped in a head office announcement that named 38 branches across the country due to be scrapped, starting as early as Christmas Eve. The Takaka operation is scheduled to close between April and June next year.

Despite its name, the bank, founded in Dunedin in 1861, has been owned by the National Australia Bank since its takeover in 1992. The New Zealand subsidiary currently employs over 5,000 staff, five which are based in Takaka, including three part-timers and one casual staff member, plus manager Francis King.

BNZ chief customer officer Paul Carter justifies the closures by pointing out that traditional methods of banking such as withdrawing and depositing cash and cheques have “fallen significantly” and that the majority of banking is now done online, a shift that was

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“Covid-19 has accelerated trends we’ve been seeing for some time,” he says. “Around three-quarters of our customers are digitally active and they are increasingly choosing to do their banking this way, or over the phone.”

As a result, he believes the bank’s high-street premises are underutilised. “The majority of our customers are banking online and our talented bankers are often waiting in empty branches for customers that simply do not arrive.”

The big Aussie banks’ withdrawal from rural communities is nothing new. In 2016, Westpac closed its Takaka branch, leaving only an ATM to service Golden Bay. For many, the closure of BNZ will not be of major concern, but for a minority, of predominantly elderly customers, as well as businesses with BNZ accounts, it is a worrying development.

Grey Power’s national treasurer Roy Reid believes this latest closure, along with the banking sector’s phasing out of cheques from June next year, will cause severe difficulties for seniors, who need a bank account to access their superannuation payments, and often pay bills by cheque.

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“Probably about half of our 300 members in Golden Bay don’t have access to a computer or the internet.”

Roy raises another potential concern for customers unable to use their cheque books.

“The biggest fear is that they will draw out a lot of cash and become a target.”

For BNZ’s local business customers who accept cash payment, obtaining change for their tills and depositing the day’s takings will present a challenge after the bank shuts next year.

“A lot of small businesses have a big cash component in their takings, and they need to be banking daily to help cash flow,” says Golden Bay Promotion Association chair Cheryl Elsey. “The impact will be quite big.”

Consequently, she believes BNZ’s move is premature. “I feel it’s way too soon to push an online-only option.”

For Golden Bay customers wanting to bank in-person, local options are now limited to Kiwibank, which allows over-the-counter transactions, or Nelson Building Society (NBS), which offers a wide range of banking services.

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Changes to freedom camping rules, put forward by Tasman District Council, are due to be implemented in around 10 days’ time. But, while some proposals are set to go through, others are yet to be resolved.

In October TDC published its Statement of Proposal: Camping Bylaw 2017 Amendments which served as a public consultation document. The key changes relevant to Golden Bay outlined in the document include the removal of three currently designated sites : Waitapu Bridge site: NZ Transport Agency is taking over control of the area and TDC will longer have jurisdiction.

Taupata Gravel Reser ve: Due to continued concerns with danger to nesting birds and difficulties with effective policing.

Waikoropupu Springs Road Reserve: Now under Department of Conservation control and TDC has no jurisdiction.

The document also proposed the addition of a new site at Rototai, located on the former landfill site, which would accommodate up to 60 vehicles and be serviced with temporary toilets and waste bins funded by a central Government responsible camping grant.

A total of 119 submissions were made during the feedback period, which was followed by a public hearing in Takaka on 18 November. At the public hearing held in Takaka on 18 November, 15 people spoke to their written submissions.

The overriding arguments expressed were against freedom camping in general.

There was widespread support for the removal of existing sites, with speakers raising several issues, including disturbance of wildlife – especially shorebirds, environmental damage, litter, toilet waste, and noise. But there were numerous objections to the Rototai location, citing problems with inundation and possible exposure to landfill contaminants, in addition to those mentioned above.

Significantly, Manawhenua ki Mohua (MKM) came out strongly against designating the Rototai site, referring to the “immense cultural significance” of the area. Their objections are likely to hold considerable sway in the final decision.

TDC regulatory services manager Adrian Humphries, says there has been an ongoing dialogue with MKM. “We met with iwi four weeks ago and they expressed their concern regarding any sites adjacent to water and specific cultural concerns in some areas. Iwi were also consulted in...

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FREEDOM CAMPING Continued from page 1 ...2017 prior to the adoption of the original Bylaw in a hui at Onetahua Marae. They made a full and helpful submission to the Hearing Committee last Wednesday.”

Community board member Grant Knowles believes a Golden Bay freedom camping site is desperately needed – and quickly. “There has to be somewhere and it’s not something that will go away. If we don’t have a designated site, freedom campers will be everywhere and we won’t be able to control them.”

The report from the Hearing Committee goes to full council on 3 December, when the decision will be taken whether to adopt the Committee’s recommendations. If they agree to adopt the recommended amendments, the new Bylaw is scheduled to come into force on 7 December.

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Life all about “the right attitude” ANITA PETERS

World renowned motivational speaker Tony Christiansen offered endless gems of wisdom to a select gathering at the Rec Centre last week, sponsored by Rural Trust.

He was introduced beforehand as “an owner of a successful multimilliondollar business, a best-selling author, a qualified lifeguard honoured by the World Lifesaving Federation, a worldclass athlete, second-degree blackbelt in tai kwon do, and city councillor for Tauranga, only some of his lifelong achievements. He’s also a scuba diver, sky-diver, motor-racing champion, qualified pilot and snow-skier. He has scaled the heights of Mt Kilimanjaro, driven a two-man bob-sled down the Olympic course, and recently cycled the entire length of the Otago Central Rail Trail.”

This is an amazing set of accomplishments for a man with no legs. As a nine-year-old, Tony was run down by a 240-ton railway wagon and lost them both. It was thought that with such horrific injuries he might die, but he woke up six days later in intensive care with an itchy foot, to be told that his feet were gone.

“Believe me, I can remember that day like it was yesterday,” he said. Later, he was offered swimming therapy and sank at first, but within a year his determined coaches had him swimming a mile in the pool, 52 lengths non-stop, aged only 10. “For me, that was my first taste of goalsetting,” he beamed. “What I could achieve with the right attitude.”

At age 15 he earned his sur f bronze medallion, joined the local surf lifesaving club and took part in many rescues. The following year he was introduced to the disabled

Inspirational speaker Tony Christiansen: “I do know as a goal setter, this world will only give what you ask for; nothing more, nothing less.” Photo: Anita Peters.

sport movement, and at the nationals in Wellington was selected to go to Japan.

Since then he has represented New Zealand six times at the World Paralympic Games, winning gold, silver and bronze medals.

Tony attributes his successes in life entirely to his attitude. “I know many ablebodied people who are far more disabled than I’ll ever be, because of their attitudes.”

One of Tony’s great passions, and an analogy of his life, he says, is motor racing.

“If I follow the person in front of me, where am I going to finish the race? Second behind. I’m a leader, not a follower. I have a burning desire in my life to succeed. I will never ever give up at the things I am passionate about.

“My life’s a lot of fun. I believe we’re on this earth for a good time.”

More inspirational quotes from Tony “Each and every one of us when we wake up has a choice – we can have a great day or we can have a bad day.”

“The reality of life is not what happens to you, it’s what you do about it that makes the difference.”

“Communication and sharing our story is the greatest opportunity we have in our lives. You see it’s all about attitude; you don’t buy it. Each and every one of us have it. Our challenge is how do we bring it out.”

“There are two types of people in the world – there are batters and there are spectators. I choose to be a batter.”

“All is not what it seems in this world and sometimes opportunities aren’t always where we expect them to be.

Opportunities are around us every day; you need to be open to those opportunities.”

“Think you can, you will. Think you can’t, you won’t. Either way you’re probably right.”

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Dancers feel the power of “wild connection” at a conscious dance session held in Kotinga Hall. Photo: Anita Peters.

ANITA PETERS

Ecstatic dance is an ancient form of movement, practised throughout human history, where people move freely to the rhythm of the music, connecting to others and their own emotions.

Every second Friday evening, Sybille Feint offers the local community and visitors a space in which to gather and dance at the Kotinga Hall. She has been offering movement in many different ways locally and nationally for over 20 years, mainly due to her passion for community and bringing people together for connection. She is also offering a “space to move” for the Te Whare Mahana crew, is considering offering movement sessions for mothers (with organised childcare) and for the elderly, to support those who feel the need to “move and belong.”

Sybille has combined the original ecstatic dance movement with her own knowledge of other dance forms, her training in Possibility Management (which works with feelings), and Open Floor dance to create her own brand, Ecstatic Dance Plus.

“The creativity begins the moment someone starts moving their finger, because there’s no agenda, no steps. Unlike actual

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Sybille’s partner Jay Horton says: “Conscious dance in some ways is like enjoying music with your body, and your feelings.

“I don’t think you can get it wrong. It’s not a dance with certain steps. It’s basically like dance therapy, body-based therapy; it’s like a meditation in motion. Conscious dance supports us to release some of the stories, the patterns that are locked in our bodies, and create some space inside.”

The upcoming Friday 18 December Ecstatic Dance session will be a special community solstice celebration for people to dance new intentions and finish the year together. Another special event, called “Embodied Freedom” is the Conscious Dance Summer Retreat at Tui Events Park in March, open to all ages, genders and movement abilities.

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BNZ CLOSURE Continued from page 1 ...says his loyal client base has ensured the branch’s longterm viability, and sees a positive future for the locally owned institution.

“We’re anticipating increased market share due to our commitment to offer a continued high level of personal and local service.”

Although cheque processing is likely to cease by mid-2021, in line with other banks, Dean says that NBS is helping its customers to adjust. “We have been assisting our clients to transition away from cheques for some months now and we’ll continue that support, in-person and in-branch, if required.”

Dean believes that some rural communities may struggle to get face-to-face banking services, but points out that NBS has expanded significantly during the past decade, with branches established in small towns like Murchison, Westport and Greymouth, where community connection is important. “We have increasingly recognised there is a social responsibility to contribute to the community we are part of...a key part of what we do, what we’re proud of, and what our clients value, is that we give back to our community through the sponsorship of not-for-profit groups.”

Roy says that, presented with a choice, clients may well

decide to transfer their business to intuitions that have a physical presence in the community or which offer alternative support services. “If the other banks want to retain their customers, they will need to do something.”

That something could include providing training on basic computer and internet skills – and there is a precedent.

“Kiwibank brought the ‘Banking Bus’ to Golden Bay. We had it here for six days, and they held quite a few classes,” says Roy. Golden Bay SeniorNet, which has previously organised training courses through Westpac, and also promoted the Banking Bus, is ready to respond to any increase in demand.

“We will definitely arrange courses at the beginning of next year if there is a need - which there will be,” says manager treasurer Liz Thomas.

As New Zealand’s financial system appears to be heading for a cashless, cheque-free, online future, an alternative “banking hub” concept is being trialled soon in Stoke. Mike believes such a facility in Takaka could offer a practical solution to those preferring in-person banking to internet transactions. “One hopes that the trial hubs will provide a successful model for the future.”

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I was saddened to read in The GB Weekly (20/11) that our efforts to establish a local board was defeated. Of the 324 submissions received from Golden Bay residents, 203 supported the establishment of a local board, and 166 the status quo. Why did the remaining 5,010 residents and ratepayers of Golden Bay not speak up? (Either for or against.)

We rely on our “resident team “ to guide our destiny and control of our future. Once again the silent majority have lost a great opportunity to actually “carpe diem”.

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Disastrous news. The Takaka BNZ is to close between April and June next year. Expecting us, especially the elderly, to trek over the Hill to the Motueka branch is outrageous. We can pay our bills online but many freelance people, including stalls at the market, depend on a cash economy. Equally important, the bank’s closure will be a huge obstacle to local business. So what can we do to get the BNZ to change its mind about the Takaka closure in this isolated region?

Robin Robilliard

Bank closure bonkers

The decision by corporate BNZ to remove Takaka’s branch after almost a century is pure madness and must be fought.

Likely made in a boardroom in their Sydney tower, these overpaid BNZ executives care only about keeping their stock price and dividends to shareholders high. Fact is that ATMs do not replace a knowledgeable, helpful and friendly teller or loan officer. Who is left to take your business’s daily deposit, your pensioner’s questions, your homeowners’ requests for a loan or to buy a home, or the farmer wanting to finance a new piece of equipment? Their email speaks of “We’re Moving With You…” whilst they mercilessly axe branch after branch in our rural towns. No worries Takaka, we’re leaving a branch open

in Motueka, only 50km away according to our map here in Oz. Oh.... sure: Drive a tiring two hours return over the Hill to Motueka to talk face-to-face with someone.

Will our Golden Bay Community Board please summon one of the BNZ directors here to explain? Will Grey Power exert its muscle? How about some help from the real estate and farmers’ associations? Money talks when money walks across the street to deposit in the only remaining banking service left in Takaka.

We must not sit back and simply accept this cold and heartless decision. We need activists: time to organise and push back people.

Bruce Dooley

Dark day for democracy

The decision against a Local Board for Golden Bay marks the darkest day for democracy since the demise of the County Council. We have been denied devolution by the Local Government Commission, which acted as the agent of Queen Elizabeth’s Government. I wonder if she would approve of the way her subjects here will continue to be systemically mal-governed.

The Working Group for a Golden Bay Local Board did a great job despite the result, but I think its chairman Tony Lawton was far too gracious in defeat. The whole process stank. It was never made clear to us the extent of the power we could have been given, or the true costs, and I cannot help thinking we were stitched up from the outset, and that silver-tongued serpents and business interests also distorted the outcome.

So as far as local matters are concerned (which most matters are) we remain dominated by what are in effect occupying powers from over the Hill, which use their police and council enforcement officers to impose their undemocratic decisions on us. Those of us who dream of real democracy must now consider our options: becoming a Territorial Authority or even declaring ourselves an independent republic are two interesting possibilities. Let us now put our minds to determining how best to take back control of our lives and those of future generations, to provide for the unmet needs of our people, and to protect our beautiful natural environment and its resources from overexploitation and degradation.

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Dam facts vs Newsline fiction

Below is a copy of Murray Dawson’s email sent to Janine Dowding and all TDC councillors on 22 November 2020.

Hello Janine The 20th Nov Newsline has an article which is incorrect.

Fighting for fairness, with facts On page 2 the following statement is made; I do my best as a fighter in the many wars on fairness, like “...Waimea aquifers have been tracking below average for this the right to cycle safely in Golden Bay, the rights of wildlife time of year.” to continue to exist, the rights of ratepayers to be respected This is false. Bore CW2, the indicator bore for the Waimea in matters like paying unfairly for the Waimea irrigators’ Plains unconfined aquifer, shows the level has been above the contentious dam, saving and using the locally valued mean(average) level for all of November. Even more telling is that grandstand, and having the right to grow and consume in mid November the levels exceeded the previous record high by cannabis being that it is at the very low end of the drug some 400mm. harm spectrum. Larry Petterson’s most recent judgemental Newsline should be a reliable source of information. letter (GBW 20/11) reeks of unsubstanciated assumptions. Unfortunately it is more like a propaganda sheet. Newsline Suggesting that alcohol use is not about achieving an effect is could have told the community about the new S & P rating for rather laughable. It is well known that cannabis use is popular example or even what the current situation is with Ngati Koata medicinally and for its ability to provide a slight euphoria land around the dam. (medical description) and that some cannabis derivatives like I expect Newsline to publish a correction to the aquifer level SUBMITTED CBD do not contain a psychoactive effect, but can be useful misinformation and also that you reprimand the staff responsible for many ailments. for the article.

It is the final weeks of 2020 and everyone is looking The lack of intelligent, fact-based debate on cannabis Regards, Murray Dawson forward to happy holidays, summer days, and a brand Janine’s response was to bury the email in the LGOIMA law reform did not allow for a logical move forward for New New Year.

Zealand, but just like the prohibition of alcohol, the misguided process (20 working days). The email has nothing to do with To begin the festivities, Rec Park Centre is organising the prohibition of cannabis will eventually be replaced by a more LGOIMA. It asks TDC to retract an incorrect statement in annual Santa Parade which this year takes place on Saturday compassionate, more effective, less expensive and smarter Newsline, replacing it with the facts. I suspect TDC will continue 12 December. The early Christmas celebration is always a management of a drug that has been used for centuries without to try to justify the need for the substantially overspending highlight on the events calendar. any deaths due to overdose.

Waimea Dam. There will be more cost blow-outs blamed on This year we wish to celebrate “All the way Golden Bay” Victoria Davis everything but “we should never have started it in the first and invite essential workers to walk and cyclists to peddle place” What are our two councillors doing about the incorrect in the procession. We have the good fortune to be able to Rototai campsite proposal not rubbish gather on Commercial Street, so if you were at work during The Rototai freedom camping site proposal has aroused statement, if anything?

Louise Coleman lockdown grab some tinsel and accept the applause. As some opposition. With international travel restrictions r, we lockdown led to an increase in cycling, and now with two will not see the usual numbers of freedom campers coming CORRECTION pathways completed, get on your bikes and ring your bells. through this year, though more kiwis will be traveling instead.

New paddlers are always welcome. Our club is steadily While we all enjoy the emergency services, creative floats This does gives us an opportunity to pause and recalibrate our and the classic and collectable cars, there are other ways to response. Waitapu Bridge, Taupata Point and Te Waikoropupu growing and for example we’re currently looking for a few join in. Many local businesses may wish to add a bit of glitter Springs reserve sites have been eliminated for various reasons. more good strong young men (and women!) to rock up and and sparkle to their branded vehicles, for spectators love to Rototai seems an ideal site in many ways. TDC has surveyed give waka ama a go. Contact us at onetahuawaka@gmail.com see the trucks, tankers and heavy machinery. the sealing cap for its safety and identified the need for fencing to come along for a test paddle from Tarakohe or Parapara.

Onetahua Waka Ama Club So head to Solly’s yard on the day and let’s make it of adjacent sensitive spots and work associated with vehicle the biggest and cheeriest grand parade to farewell a access. The Government Responsible Camping Fund would LETTERS NOT PUBLISHED THIS WEEK challenging year. be accessed to supply temporary toilets and rubbish bins. This fund is, I think, a benefit of the international visitor levy flowing All submitted letters were printed this week. ($35 per international arrival). Around half the proceeds raised go to facilities for the DOC estate and half to tourist facilities provided by local bodies. The site is physically separate from Listen for The GB Weekly’s latest content on Fresh Start, the Rototai reserve, so I can’t see the normal use of the reserve Friday & Monday mornings from 7am being severely impacted. If there has been an issue around freedom camping in Golden Bay, it has been around capacity,

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SOL’S DEC JOBS Vegetable care Harvest hard-neck garlic now and soft-neck garlic when tops flop. Clean and hang to dry. Store in cool, dry places.

Complete kumara planting. Lay slips flattish, towards the east.

Sow crops like carrots and salads regularly for successive harvests.

Thin carrots and beetroot.

Train beans, tomatoes and cucumbers up strings or poles.

Harvest new potatoes. Keep mounding potatoes and yams, or mulch. Cover potatoes with insect cloth vs psyllid.

Till soil lightly to deter weeds and pests.

Feed asparagus and stake fronds.

Spray Bt on brassicas.

Collect shield bugs and remove.

Plant flowers for biodiversity.

Water well on alternate mornings.

Liquid-fertilise weekly.

Hothouse: Sow winter seedlings, eg brassicas. Add flowers and herbs. Trim old leaves off tomatoes and cucumbers.

Ventilate and water well. Hang yellow sticky cards for whitefly.

For transplanting: All seeds best 3 and 29 December.

Leeks, spring onions and leafy greens (celery, spinach, spinach beet, silverbeet, lettuce, endive, cabbages, kale, cauliflower, broccoli, Brussels sprouts) (also 5 and 14 Dec).

Flowers (12 and 31 Dec).

Sow direct: All seeds best 3 and 29 December. Salads, spring onions (also 5 and 14 Dec). Corn, zucchini, pumpkin/ squash and cucumbers, French and climbing beans (6-8 and 14 Dec). Carrots, beetroot, radish, parsnip (9-11 Dec).

Flowers (12 and 31 Dec).

Planting: Best 1-2 and 17-28 December. Salad greens, spinach, cabbages, cauliflower, broccoli, tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, eggplants, zucchini, pumpkins, yams, kumara and main potatoes. Flowers. Rhubarb.

Herb care Harvest for drying.

Direct sow annual herbs.

Water, weed and mulch.

Fruit care Harvest loquats and citrus.

Net strawberries, currants and other berries, plum and cherry trees.

Thin pipfruit to two fruit per bunch.

Water young trees if dry.

Replace pheromone traps in orchard.

Prune grapes back to six leaves after fruit.

Prune to shape recently planted fruit trees.

Foliar feed fruits with seaweed.

Spray Bt on berries vs caterpillars.

Get trichodowels for silverleaf fungus.

Spray citrus with copper vs scab. Spray garlic and pyrethrum and/or neem oil vs pest infestations.

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Celery (Apium graveolens) naturally grows in salty and wet, or marshy soils near the coast around the Mediterranean and Middle East regions. Wild celery can still be found today and has a thinner stalk and strong pungent smell and flavour. Both are members of the Apiaceae family (formally Umbelliferae), along with parsley, parsnip, carrot, fennel and dill.

Like its relatives, celery is a biennial, meaning it grows its long fibrous stalk and leaves the first year, then flowers the second year, producing copious fine seeds.

Celery’s therapeutic properties for gout, arthritis and pain relief have been used by the ancient Greeks and Romans and in modern Asia today, where strong strains referred to as Chinese celery are grown.

Back in 17th Century Europe, plant selections were made, leading to the sweeter, milder green stalked cultivar we know today, often referred to as Pascal celery.

Depending on the culture, either the stalk, leaf, or root knob (celeriac) is eaten, and even the seed is used as a spice, often mixed with salt. In Europe, celeriac is widely grown and known as “the ugly root” as it can be kept for months in winter and is the main ingredient in soups and stews.

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It is also rich in antioxidants, which protect cells, blood vessels and organs from oxidative damage. In particular, research has identified the flavonoids apigenin and luteolin, which have anti-cancer effects and anti-inflammatory benefits as well.

High in fibre, celery also promotes regularity, helps cleanse the intestines and is often used in weight-loss diets.

Due to its marshy origins, celery does well in nutrient-rich ground. Traditionally, growers would fill deep trenches with rotted manure and/or compost and keep them well watered.

Mounding with soil or heavy mulch encourages the stalk to become blanched or whitened, but isn’t necessary to create great-tasting celery. The key is fertile, moist soils. As a coastal plant, celery is susceptible to calcium deficiency, so ensure beds are well-limed or (even better) mineral balanced.

Seeds requires light to germinate; so mist them daily to encourage germination. They’re best sown indoors, pricked out into rich potting mix, then planted out. Celery likes the sun but in really hot conditions it will do best with some shade (like under a bean tipi). Plant alongside bush beans, cabbage, cauliflower, leeks, onions, spinach, tomatoes and flowers like calendula, cosmos, nasturtium, and daisies, as well as dill, marjoram and thyme for best results.

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The Summer Events Guide for 2020 / 2021 is coming your way. A copy should be arriving in your letterbox this week or you can grab one from any Council office or library. The programme is packed with great reasons to be in the Top of the South over the holiday season for locals and visitors alike.

Many of our favourite events from previous years are back – who doesn’t love taking the little ones to the Teddy Bears’ Picnic or packing a hamper of goodies for an evening under the stars at Summer Movies al Fresco.

And then there’s the Sarau Festival, Tasman Skatepark Tour and much, much more. Grab your copy of the guide, or check it out on our website, tasman. govt.nz and don’t miss any of the fun this summer.

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Summer is nearly here – the perfect time to sort your firewood!

Hey kids! Enter our Christmas card competition

Now is the time to start collecting or purchasing your firewood so you can dry it in time to use in your wood burner next winter. Green wood will not burn efficiently, leaving you with a cold house and a smoky fire which contributes to air pollution.

The chosen design will feature on Tasman District Council’s 2020 e-card and its creator will win a cool prize! There will be two runner-up prizes as well.

How you store your firewood is important. There are a range of storage solutions including woodsheds, wood stacks, under house eaves or in your garage. However you choose to store your firewood, make sure that:

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Entries close Sunday 6 December 2020.

• Wood is off the ground to avoid moisture seeping up from below.

• Air flow can reach the sides of the pile.

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• The top of the pile is covered to keep rain off.

For a full list of upcoming meetings visit tasman.govt.nz/meetings-calendar

Where to find Good Wood If you purchase firewood, you can rely on Good Wood suppliers who are a trusted source of dry firewood.

Good Wood suppliers can provide either green wood for drying, or seasoned firewood suitable for immediate use. Head to tasman.govt.nz/good-wood for a list of suppliers. And remember, just like your car, your wood burner needs regular servicing.

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Kieran Parish, also known as KP, has officially opened his business – Trail Craft NZ – full time. It has a focus on creating walking and biking trails, as well as landscaping.

KP has over 15 years of experience in this field. A former ranger with the Department of Conservation, his role specialised in track construction and landscaping. KP was in charge of upgrading some local iconic tracks, such as the Te Waikorupupu Springs and Wainui Falls routes, as well as the Heaphy and Abel Tasman Great Walks. He has also been involved with creating tracks on the Motupipi Hill and for the Golden Bay Mountain Bike club, and more recently constructed a section of the new cycleway from Paines Ford to East Takaka.

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In the past six months KP’s various projects have included driveway upgrades, laying exposed concrete, building small shelters and building tracks.

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Gallery celebrating major upgrade

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Very Short Story competition Owner of Stone Arrow Gallery and Workshop Nick Feint is celebrating an upgrade of his displays with a “locals’ day”. Photo: Jo Richards.

JO RICHARDS

Following a late spring revamp, Stone Arrow is celebrating the arrival of summer with a special “locals’ day”.

Owner of Takaka’s sustainable jewellery store Nick Feint, says the upgrade is about “refreshing the energy” and includes a makeover of the interior gallery, which now features more earring display boards, a large wooden table, and a new work by artist Indigo Wise. Although Nick’s exquisite recycled-glass jewellery and Indigo’s intricate ink, pencil and wash paintings of native wildlife are the mainstay of the gallery, there are also colourful and delicate creations from Rai Valley Porcelain and Lovejoy Ceramics on sale.

It’s not just the shop front that’s been revamped; Nick has expanded his workshop into adjacent premises which used to be the kitchen when Feel Good Food occupied the building.

Nothing goes to waste with Nick, who opens the old cold store door to reveal noisy tumblers smoothing the rough edges of the coloured glass fragments used in his creations.

Outside, the courtyard has been transformed into a vivid coloured space, where metal garden sculptures of various shapes and sizes are displayed. “They are from all across New Zealand,” says Nick pointing to buzzy bees, dragonflies, native birds and spears, all of which have acquired an attractive weathered patina.

Given Stone Arrow’s location, which is accessed via a short path running at right-angles to Commercial Street next to Pohutukawa Gallery, Nick is working on ways of attracting customers to his workshop and retail store. “We have a new big owl sign, by Indigo, which I’m hoping will get people to come down the drive.”

He explains what the locals’ day is all about. “There’s 20 per cent off for locals – it’s a great opportunity to buy Christmas presents – and there’ll be free drinks and nibbles from 5pm.”

Stone Arrow’s locals’ day is on Friday 4 December, 44a Commercial Street, Takaka.

For more information, visit: stonearrow.co.nz

As part of WordFest, The GB Weekly ran a Very Short Story Writing Competition.

The prize of a $25 book voucher, from Take Note, goes to Antonia Minguez, aged 11, in the Children’s section and Sean Farrow in the Open section.

Thanks to all who sent in entries.

Children’s section winner:

Ice raised her muzzle sniffing the air, an elk was grazing nearby. She signalled to the wolves who crept silently forward and charged. The elk tried to bound away but Fire blocked it and the pack leapt on its back. Ice sank her jaws into its throat, the wolves then tipped back their silver muzzles and howled in victorious triumph.

Antonia Minguez Judge’s comment: “A sensory story which creates a clear sense of suspense”.

Open section winner:

The sunlight didn’t penetrate far and a soft light prevailed, mist hung heavy in the air, not long after dawn the freshness of the day glistened on the green leaves and fresh blood of Tutoko, the wound was deep and still bleeding. Grasping his Tiki Tutoko recited a karakia to his ancestors, one he knew now never to be repeated.

Sean Farrow Judge’s comment: “Poignant and clear imagery create a message and a story”.

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It’s not everyone’s favourite and an unlikely contender for Bird of the Year. The flightless weka delights visitors who encounter this bird in the wild but they often fail to endear themselves to the people they live alongside.

Often heard around dusk, if you listen carefully to the weka’s loud calls, you may be able to distinguish between the male and the female. The male produces a much lower and slower sound. Couples roost together at night and breeding occurs from late winter to early summer. Their nest is a woven cup of vegetation on the ground, well hidden and with a clutch of two to four eggs. While the female does most of the daytime incubation the male does the nighttime shift along with the majority of care for the young.

These birds are a conundrum for conservationists. I have yet to forgive the weka that stole the two eggs from the variable oystercatchers nest at the bottom of Charlett Point Road at Rangihaeata last summer. Their predatory behaviour excludes them from mainland islands where they are a threat to ground nesting birds and reptiles. Yet, they are also ecological good guys as important dispersers of seed and predators of rats and mice.

Cunning thieves and noisy intruders, these keen gardeners love to check out the root health of freshly planted seedlings.

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FIONA MANSON

We all know that Christmas comes but once a year, but the speed at which it returns is always a little more surprising. Last year I Googled “how to survive Christmas” on December 20 and the first of the 10 top tips I read was to “plan ahead”.

I suspect that Christmas Day causes so much stress because we all have very different expectations of it. Some want the whole family to be together, while others want to do their own thing. Some want tradition, when those in new relationships may want to create their own. It can be a challenging time.

Luckily, I can provide the answer for those of you who want tradition with a Christmas cake, but without any last-minute stress. This Christmas cake recipe is one I make all year round.

Simple and without 100 ingredients, it is moist, tasty, keeps well (although it never gets the chance) and everyone loves it. It’s perfect for those of us who love Christmas cake without the fuss of sweet icing, and it’s also delicious eaten with a slice of blue cheese. Try it!

Easy Christmas Cake

Take the time to line a 23cm tin well with butter and two layers of baking paper. Round or square, it really doesn’t matter.

1kg packet of Tasti fruit mix 1¼ cups of brandy, sherry or tea 2 cups of flour 200g butter, chopped ½ cup of brown sugar Pinch of salt ½ teaspoon of baking soda 1½ cups of nuts (almonds or walnuts), coarsely chopped ¼ cup of golden syrup ½ cup of milk 2 teaspoons of almond essence 2 eggs Place the fruit and the chosen liquid into a pot and heat gently to a simmer. After 5 minutes, remove the pot from the heat and allow the mixture to cool.

Place the flour and butter into a food processor and pulse

until the mixture looks like breadcrumbs. Add the sugar, salt and soda and pulse once more.

In a large bowl mix together the eggs, almond essence, milk and golden syrup.

Tip in the dry ingredients along with the nuts and mix together well.

Don’t forget to make a wish!

Pour the mixture into your well-prepared tin and bake at 160⁰C for around 2 hours, depending on your oven. I begin testing after 1½ hours. I also place a piece of tinfoil over the top of the cake after the first hour to prevent the top browning.

Now, before asparagus disappears for another year, please do try this delicious salad. It’s mouth-watering to look at and the components all work beautifully together; sweet, salty, creamy and crunch.

Late Spring Salad

1 bunch of asparagus (about 24 spears) 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon of runny honey Juice of one lemon Salt and ground pepper 150g prosciutto ham Assorted salad leaves 200g fresh buffalo mozzarella 2 tablespoons of pine nuts, lightly toasted Bring a frying pan half full of salted water to the boil. Add the asparagus and cook for 1-2 minutes.

Drain the stems and hold under the cold tap briefly to cool.

Drain again.

Spread the salad leaves onto a platter and arrange the prosciutto, mozzarella and asparagus artfully around it. Scatter with some more salad leaves.

Mix together the olive oil, lemon juice and honey, and season well with salt and pepper.

Drizzle this over the salad and scatter the pine nuts over the top. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Perfect with some crusty bread or a bowl of new potatoes.

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Dance Collective Mohua (DCM) hosted its fourth annual production at Pohara hall last weekend.

This year’s theme, “colours” showcased the talents of children and youth studying with several Golden Bay performing arts teachers.

Friday’s opening night was heralded in by the spinetingling call of the putatara (conch shell trumpet) from Antony Hodgson, partner of director and dance teacher Cynthia Lorrian. A short whaikorero (speech of welcome) from Antony was then followed by a waiata, Ma is White, the words of which were projected onto the back wall of the stage for all to sing.

Together, this capable and well-experienced couple have created an experiential theatrical production for students of all ages, from preschoolers to teenagers. An array of talents greeted the audience, including aerial silks displays, ballet, hip-hop, contemporary dance, solo singing and a piano student on keyboards. Each of the three shows produced on Friday and Saturday promised different acts. Antony’s technical skills include projection, so the stage was alive with visual images throughout each dance piece.

Cynthia developed DCM as a charitable trust when three new dance teachers arrived in Golden Bay, “so I could invite those teachers in to teach for DCM as well as developing their own dance schools. Now two of the teachers are teaching for DCM and all of the students are dancing in the show.

“The support has given me space to grow the Tui daytime training – homeschoolers or those who come out of school, because those particular students are passionate and committed to the discipline. We also train in mask and movement and physical theatre.”

The idea of inviting all performing arts teachers into the annual production is so that each teacher doesn’t have the financial stress and pressure of producing their own shows.

Cynthia stated: “The teachers have an opportunity to support each other and the students get to experience other disciplines while they’re watching and learning from the wider collective.

“It’s a community event,” emphasised Cynthia. “It’s a collective idea – of coming together and honouring the creative spirit.” www.dancecollectivemohua.co.nz

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CLASSIFIEDS SPORTS RESULTS / Hua tākaro GOLF 17 November. Women’s End of Year competition results. Intermediate Club Champ, C Gilbert; runner-up, S Bensemann; junior club champ, C Crocker; runner-up, M Dobbie; stroke play winner, M Solly; Woods (stableford) Trophy, C Crocker; runnerup, S Rosser; Barnett Cup (nett), R Lash; runner-up, M Solly; Daisy (par), C Crocker; runner-up, S Rosser; Caldwell Plate (most weekly wins), M Solly; LGU Bronze A Medal, C Gilbert; runner-up, S Rosser; LGU Bronze B Medal, R Lash; runner-up, M Solly. Ringers: nett winner, B Miller; stableford winner, B Miller; runner-up, D Ray; chip ins, C Gilbert.

21 November. Team stableford: N Moore, R Westrupp, J Solly & R Heuvel 82.

Closest to pins: 4/13 N Moore, 8/17 W Collie, 9/18 R Ancell. Twos: R Ancell. Two: R Ancell, 7. Happy wanderer: J Solly. Best gross: W Collie 78.

PUBLIC NOTICES / Pānui a whānui

GoldenBay/Mohua Bay/Mohua Golden

Thinking of entering the A&P Show?

Meeting Meeting

Earth Gems, THIS Sunday 29 November at 7pm

Affordable Housing Housing Project Affordable Project

Ph 525 9868 or 027 928 3314

earthgemstakaka@gmail.com

AGM NOTICES TAKAKA Golf Club’s 2020 AGM will be held on Saturday 5 December at 3.30pm in the clubrooms following Saturday golf. Your attendance would be appreciated.

ONEKAKA Hall triennial elections, 7pm at hall, Monday 30 November.

TAKAKA Rugby Football Club AGM, Thursday 3 December, 7pm, GB Rec Park Community Room. All are welcome.

ONETAHUA Marae AGM will be held at the marae on Saturday 12 December at 11am. Shared lunch following meeting. All whanau welcome.

RECENT AGM / Hui ā tau - Nō nā tata nei ORGANISATIONS may have their committee members’ names printed in this column for free only if emailed to admin@ gbweekly.co.nz

PUBLIC NOTICES / Pānui a whānui

Golden Bay A&P Association A public meeting will be held to introduce the proposed affordable housing project. The project has the goal of providing affordable A housing public meeting be held towith introduce the proposed for rentwill or purchase, construction potentiallyaffordable starting housing project. The project has the goal of providing affordable early 2021. housing for rent or purchase, with construction potentially starting early 2021. from the project team and the community will introduce the Speakers project, explain its goals and timeline, as well as answer questions.

Speakers from the project team and the community will introduce the Persons interested in renting or purchasing houses under project, explain its goals and timeline, as well affordable as answer questions. the project will be able to register their interest.

Persons interested in renting or purchasing affordable houses under theWhen: project will be able to their interest.

Thursday 3 register December, 7.30pm

Where: Senior Citizens’ Hall (rear of 94 Commercial St) When: Thursday 3 December, 7.30pm For further information and toHall connect to of the94 live stream duringSt) the (rear Commercial Where: Senior Citizens’ meeting visit: www.mygbhousing.info

For further information and to connect to the live stream during the meeting visit: www.mygbhousing.info

THE Story of Milnthorpe Park Arboretum book launch at the Mussel Inn on Monday 30 November, 6.30pm. All welcome.

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 PATTISON’S swimming lessons, 5 and 6 December. Excellent swimming tuition for five years+ at the heated Rockville Pool.

Four lessons for $47. Ph Jordy 03 548 0932.

GB Animal Welfare Society Inc (ex-SPCA). Ph Carol Wells 525 9494, 8am-5pm weekdays.

Booth entry information evening, - all your questions answered!

Swimming Pool Community Pool Keys for the 2020 /2021 season on sale now $100 including a $50 returnable bond Now available, until Monday 07 December, during school hours from the CAS Office.

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.

FRESH FM needs your help. Are you willing to host a fundraising event to support local radio? Or help run one? We’re a Charitable Trust – a $30 donation on our website freshfm.net is tax deductible. Email Maureen: takaka@freshfm.net or ph 525 8779, 027 335 1395.

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Saturday 12 December 2020 Please note:

We are monitoring the Covid-19 situation and will notify everyone if any changes become necessary between now and show day.

PARADISE Entertainment, Takaka and Collingwood On the Spot store are The GB Weekly’s agents. Or email us: admin@ gbweekly.co.nz. Office hours are Mon-Wed, 9am-5pm.

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Programmes to listen out for

Kids Mix with Kath Bee - Music, stories, fun facts, strange noises and MORE! Live and off-the-cuff, Kath Bee has surprises in store for everyone (even herself!) Kath can’t always physically BEE in the studio, ‘cos she’s buzzing around the country singing to kids, but there’s always plenty to keep your kids happy in every single episode! Saturday and Sunday mornings 7-8am.

Suzy & Friends - Hosted by legendary kids’ television host Suzy Cato, Suzy & Friends features a mix of new and classic stories and songs, plus: features, reviews, competitions, interviews and fun things to make and do. Airs as part of Kath Bee’s Kids Mix, every Saturday morning at 8:00 and repeating Sunday morning at 6am.

The Jam - Hosted by Hazel and Hannah-Rose with interesting topics of conversation, really good music, and information about youth-oriented events and opportunities in The Tasman District. Kindly supported by the Tasman Youth Council and airs every second Wednesday afternoon at 5pm and replays the following Sunday at 1am.

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Takaka Garden Services CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP We’re pleased to announce that as of 1 December Takaka Garden Services has new owners Neil and Julie Sixtus. A big thank you to all our customers and wishing Neil and Julie all the best.

NEW CONTACT DETAILS Phone 027 525 8006 or 525 8806 Email

takakagardenservices2020@gmail.com

Golden Bay High School would like to express our appreciation and thanks to the following businesses and individuals for their invaluable support of our Gateway programme during 2020: Alliance Plumbing, Andre Crockford, Golden Bay Electrical, Takaka Tyres & Mechanical Ltd, Rural Service Centre – Vet Clinic, The Brigand, Fonterra Takaka, DOC, Laser Electrical, Finishing Touch, Sketchy Tattoo, Greensaw Construction, The Mussel Inn, Bay Sparkie, De-Lish Delicatessen, The Wholemeal, Georgie Moleta, Dangerous Kitchen, Golden Bay Community Health, Fulton Hogan, Mohua Crossfit, Goodness 2 Go, Golden Bay Heavy Diesel, X+Y Creations, Motupipi Primary School, Fuse Electrical, Golden Bay Air

We are so lucky to have such wonderful support in such a small community.

We would like to thank all employers for your willingness to be involved in this amazing programme.

Employers if you have a trade to offer and would be interested in having a senior student next year please contact Dom Hammond at GBHS – gateway.coordinator@gbh.school.nz

GB Weekly deadline: 12pm Tuesday

Don Hammond, Gateway Co-ordinator & Raewyn Solly, Gateway Administrator

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TRADES AND SERVICES / Mahi a ratonga 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

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

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

PORTABLE SAW MILLING. High yield, low waste, bandsaw milling. Great for dimensional timber or flitches. Suitable for any log size on any site. Ph Tim 524 8997, 027 714 4232.

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

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

ARBORIST, qualified, ph Jack Stevens 021 211 5580.

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.

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

ELECTRONICS repairs: Cell phones, computers, radios, TVs, HiFi and more! Ph 027 246 2432.

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.

SEPTIC TANKS EMPTIED. Ph Chris 027 444 5334 or John 027 647 4913.

SEWING SERVICE, NEEDLES, THREADS, WOOL, BEADS. Stitch ‘n Sew ph 525 8177.

S TORAGE /container hire. Your place (anywhere) or mine (Takaka). Ph Cheryl at Orange Mechanical Ltd 525 9991.

Need building work done?

SURVEYING: topographical survey, construction and building set out, boundary location. Ph Alexis 021 0239 1364.

TAKAKA Self Storage, Commercial Street. Units and containers.

Secure yard with cameras. Ph 525 6181.

Big job? Small job?

No prob!

TREE removal, confined area felling, chipping, chipper hire.

Fully insured. Ph 525 7597, 027 212 4020.

WINDOW cleaning. Ph Willem 022 134 1726.

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

FRIENDLY ∙ QUALITY WORKMANSHIP ∙ LOCAL

Fully qualified Bay based Top quality Good rates Great service

Ph Fraser Brown: 022 047 1663

FREEVIEW satellite TV. Ph 027 246 2432.

GB CHIMNEY SWEEPING, SPIDER AND FLY SPRAYING Ph 524 8795 or 027 434 5405

Ph:0273950037 0273950037 Ph: goldenbayroofing@yahoo.com goldenbayroofing@yahoo.com www.goldenbayroofing.co.nz www.goldenbayroofing.co.nz

GOLDEN BAY DIGGER HIRE 1.7 tonne. Ph 027 713 0684.

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

Interior ∙ Exterior ∙ Residential ∙ Commerical Ph 022 086 1842 for a free quote

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.

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

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

NEW ROOF CLADDING NEW ROOF•• RE RE ROOF ROOF ••CLADDING SPOUTING & MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SPOUTING••REPAIRS REPAIRS & ROOFING ROOFING SUPPLIES SUPPLIES

GOLDEN BAY HEDGE CUTTING Small Hedges and Large Shelterbelt Trimming Peter Collins phone: 027 513 5588 or 0800 891 634 www.tasmanbaycontracting.co.nz tasmanbaycontracting@gmail.com

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.

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HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora

FOR SALE / Hei hokohoko GARAGE sale. Saturday/Sunday, 8.30am–2pm, 911 SH60 Onekaka, by GB Lookout. Workshop, garden and pottery tools, pots by Paul de Jager, household, books, vintage items, plants.

GARAGE sale. This Saturday 10am to 12 noon, 27 Feary Crescent. Cancelled if wet.

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.

GARAGE sale. Sunday 29 November, 9am, 1525 TakakaCollingwood Highway. Household items, Johnson guitar amp, double deep frier, BBQ, tools. Some items free. We are moving, all must go.

Hand made in small batches with love and care.

GARAGE sale. Saturday/Sunday, Rockville, 10am onwards.

CAT and dog doors. Installed for you by Golden Bay Glass. 96 Commercial St. Ph 525 7274.

CHRISTMAS turkeys, alive and kicking. Ph 525 9091.

NATIVE plants, big selection, spring sale prices $3-$11 each.

At Tame Eels, Poplar Lane, Collingwood. Ph 021 033 1227.

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

SLASH your electricity bill. Install a grid-connect PV system.

Professional design and install. Ph Paul Stocker, Azimuth Renewables, 525 6019.

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.

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

SURPLUS to requirements: Roman blind, used very little and is as new. Attachment to fasten the cords to the wall comes with it. Light beige, 182cm W x 150cm H, $75ono. Compact Fisher & Paykel fridge freezer, two-shelf freezer compartment above the fridge part, glass shelves in fridge. In very good order, looks as new. 157cm H x 54cm W x 54cm D, $350ono. Buyer to pick up. Ph Marius 525 7977.

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

Healing with Grace

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massage | RELAXATION & THERAPEUTIC 50% OFF

Valid to Golden Bay residents for your first 1 hour booking (normally $70 now $35) Emma Sutherland ND Naturopath/Massage Therapist/Reiki Master P 027 487 2639 Email: emma@ameliorate.nz

www.ameliorate.nz

Dr Sally Dawson CHIROPRACTOR MNZCA

ACC Registered

22 Meihana Street, Takaka www.takakachiropractic.com

telephone

027 732 4476 Tuesdays & Fridays

Grace Shields 021346642 ♥ 5258106 BTSM, RMT MNZ

Gift Vouchers Available

Grant Watson

Manipulative Physiotherapist

Collingwood Health Centre at Collingwood Area School

Mondays, and Thursday mornings Ph: 027 370 6472 Email: wattie18@outlook.com

Healing with Grace

TENT, Freedon Camper “Sheraton”. As new, cost $1300, sell $750 ono. Good familly tent. Ph 028 403 8055.

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

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021 346642 ♥ 525 8106

RECYCLED red bricks, $4 each. Ph 027 350 0755.

HYLINE PULLETS

FOR SALE

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

Ph/txt Trev 027 282 4014

Chiropractor

HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora ANEL BAKER Physiotherapy at 22 Meihana Street, Takaka.

Ph/txt for an appointment 021 053 4337.

Inga Schmidt

MSc (Chiro), DC, MNZCA

021 180 7789

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.

Golden Bay Health Centre, 12 Motupipi St

www.healthfocus.co.nz ACC registered

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.

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

LISA Williams, registered medical herbalist, iridologist, Reiki master, reflexology, herbal apothecary. www. goldenbayiridology.com Ph 525 6150, txt 027 451 9797.

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

MASSAGE, $50. Ph Thomas 022 160 9101.

MASSAGE and trigger point therapy for chronic muscular pain, dysfunction, sports performance. Specialising in unresolved muscular pain. 20 years’ experience. Ph Paul 027 772 7334, 54 Commercial Street.

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

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Sports & Accident injuries Complex musculoskeletal conditions Clinical reviews / Second opinions Orthopaedic / Post-operative rehabilitation Postural / Biomechanical correction programmes Clinical Massage Therapy

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

Call 0800 749 739 for info or an appointment today THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 27 NOVEMBER 2020

EMPLOYMENT WANTED / Hiahia mahi

SITUATIONS VACANT / Tūranga wātea

DRIVER available, spotless P-class license. Ph Sage 525 7698.

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.

JUNIOR LOBBY ASSISTANTS Summer jobs are now available for teens *Fixed term contract E-mail: movies@villagetheatre.org.nz Closes Friday 4th December

ACCOUNTING OFFICE POSITION

Someone who can work independently, has good attention to detail skills and is willing to ensure confidentiality at all times.

There is potential for this position to become permanent with increased hours in the future.

Please email your letter of application and CV to leigh@accountingconnections.co.nz or post to Accounting Connections, 46C Commercial Street, Takaka 7110.

Sollys requires the services of an Experienced Administrator. A background in freight, contracting or similar high-volume transaction business would be advantageous.

The position is responsible for ensuring the complete and accurate customer invoicing process and involves varied freighting and contracting operations.

Applicants will have the capacity to deal with high volume data entry, validation and processing. Applicants will be confident in managing the weekly and monthly Invoicing process to meet deadlines. A high level of computer literacy including competency in MS Excel, Word and Outlook is essential.

I am looking for someone to work up to 10 hours per week, initially covering for a staff member on parental leave until February 2021.

Someone who is a confident computer user, and perhaps has experience working with business or accounting software (MYOB), payroll, and GST.

Experienced Administrator

General Hand/Storeperson

Waitapu Engineering requires a fit and energetic person to join our busy team.

This varied position involves customer service, some heavy lifting and cleaning.

Expressions of interest email admin@waitapuengineering.co.nz.

This is a permanent, full-time Position based at our Head Office in Takaka. 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, including acknowledgment of the Job Description in your Cover Letter, together with your CV, can be submitted to:

The HR Department hr@sollys.co.nz

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

PROPERTY AVAILABLE / Rawa watea

35 Gibbs Road, Collingwood

Everybody deserves to smile this Christmas

We are supporting Mohua Social Services because everyone should receive a gift this Christmas. Our Christmas tree is up in the office so please drop in your unwrapped donation prior to 16th December to ensure your gift reaches an appropriate child.

213 Packard Road, Motupipi New Listing/Open Home For Sale: Open Home:

TENDER: Closes 1pm, Thurs 10th Dec 2020 - Will NOT be sold prior Sunday 29th November 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.

180 Anatoki Track Road, Hamama

New Listing/Open Home SET DATE OF SALE: Closes 1pm, Tues 15th Dec 2020- Will NOT be sold prior For Sale: Sunday 29th November 2:00pm - 2:30pm Open Home: WORK YOUR MAGIC IN MOTUPIPI - Roll your sleeves up, there's work to be done here! Make no mistake this will put you off renting your house out without a property manager! But, if you can look past the mess, the overgrown jungle and consider the location and potential you'll know you are onto a winner! Tenanted for the past 10 years - absentee owner wants it sold - so who's in?

137 Commercial Street, Takaka New Listing/Open Home For Sale: Open Home:

TENDER: Closes 1pm, Thurs 17th Dec 2020 - Will NOT be sold prior Saturday 28th November 2:30pm Sharp

OFFGRID - ONE OF A KIND - RARE FIND -The sign at the end of the road says it all "hopes and dreams" this way! People dream of owning a property just like this one - an elevated 25ha bush block with plenty of water, off grid power, absolute privacy and stunning views! The clincher is that this one is located less than 10min drive from town! Certainly this is a "One-of-a-Kind" property and a very rare find!

83 Selwyn Street, Pohara SET DATE OF SALE: Closes 1pm, Tues 1st Dec Will NOT be sold prior Open Home: Sat 28th Nov 1.30pm -2:00pm For Sale:

Final Open Home

A MIGHTY BIG HOME IN POHARA - Here is a mighty big four bedroom house built for all the family to enjoy - it even has a home Gym! Plus "Location, location" it's only one row back from the beachfront! How good would it be to live this close to the beach? Please respect the tenants and view at our open home. LIM report available.

New Listing/Open Home SET DATE OF SALE: Closes 1pm, Tues 8th Dec 2020 - Will NOT be sold prior For Sale: Saturday 28th November 12:00pm -12:30pm Open Home: 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!

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 THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 27 NOVEMBER 2020

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PROPERTY AVAILABLE / Rawa watea

WILD AND WONDERFUL CAPE FAREWELL 111 Wharariki Road, Puponga Seize the opportunity to secure this coveted 34 hectare coastal block. Rising to 70m above sea level, the views are breath-taking in all directions; a tidal inlet, the giant dunes of Farewell Spit, dramatic cliffs and rocky ranges as well as the bush clad and rugged hills of Kahurangi National Park. Northerly facing, with excellent grazing and gentle contours this is primarily a last chance to acquire an extremely special and sizeable parcel for a premium lifestyle.

Ray White Golden Bay Property Management Are you ready for the changes to the Residential Tenancies Act??

Our Landlord Academy Series is designed to help you easily understand what’s required so you can prepare for what’s to come.

Join us every Thursday in Nov at 7:00pm for a series of free live educational updates, all from the comfort of your own home.

FOR SALE: Tender Closes 4:00 p.m. Monday 7 December 2020 (will not be sold prior)

Visit landlordacademy.co.nz to find out more or get in touch with Jenna the link

VIEW: sothebysrealty.com/NEL00438

Jenna Bowden - 027 525 7229 - jenna.bowden@raywhite.com

KYLIE JONES +64 21 152 8195 kylie.jones@nzsir.com

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

Each Office Is Independently Owned And Operated. Browns Real Estate Limited (licensed under the REAA 2008) MREINZ. Boundary line indicative only.

WANTED / Hiahia SHREDDED paper for Living Light Candles. We need all we can get for our packing department. You can drop off or we can pick up. Ph David 027 245 0906. Thank you!

WANTED Whakamaru | 159m2 | 3BRM | 2 BTH Kitset Pricing from: Affordable Quality - Easy Build

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Check out our range of over 50 cost effective plans to suit every budget. You won’t believe the quality you get with a Latitude home.

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Contact your local Latitude Homes builder today:

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*Prices are subject to change. See full pricing terms and conditions on our website.

LOST AND FOUND / Ngaronga/Kitenga

GoldenBayPropertyServices.co.nz Local People providing Local Service

* Window Cleaning * Lawns/Grounds Maintenance * House Washing * Water Blasting * Drone Inspection/Surveys * Gutter Inspection/Cleaning

Phone 027 690 0769 | Free Quotation

COURTHOUSE CAFÉ, Collingwood. Open 7 days, 8am-4pm.

Pizzas on Friday nights, 5-7pm. Ph 524 8194.

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

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

GALLERIES / Whakakitenga 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.

EATING OUT / Kai wahi kē 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.

LOST. Ladies silk scarf, banana beige, with tiny flowes and darkgreen leaves. Somewhere from Park Avenue down through Commercial Street, town area. Ph Christina 027 331 8669.

Saturday, Sunday breaky from 9am. Ph 03 970 3291.

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.

GOLDEN Bay Anglican Church warmly invites you to join them each Sunday, 10am at Takaka and 4.45pm at Collingwood.

NO service at St Andrews Presbyterian Church this Sunday.

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

RATANUI LODGE. Elegant dining in Pohara, open every day this week. Three-course set menu changes daily. Premium NZ gin and tapas lounge. Reservations essential for set menu. www.ratanuilodge.com/menu. Ph 525 7998.

Jesus replied, “I tell you the truth, unless you are born again, you cannot see the Kingdom of God John 3:3

Sunday Service 10am All Welcome ☺

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

Ph: 525 9265

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.

TOTALLY ROASTED, Pohara. 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.

Kahurangi Christian Church

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 your own pizza. Brazilian open steak sammy. Kids’ get free ice cream with their meal. All with relaxed sea views. Open for brunch/lunch Thursday-Monday, 11am-2.30pm and 5pm til late for dinner.

TOTOS CAFÉ & PIZZERIA: Open Sundays weather permitting, 10am-4pm, ph 039 707 934, Totaranui hill.

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

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WHOLEMEAL CAFÉ, open for dine-in meals and takeaways 7.30am-3pm, Monday to Friday and 8am-3pm Saturday and Sunday.

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

Community Connection: 2nd & 4th Sundays in various formats & localities. Ph Rowan Miller 021 106 8461.

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UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere FRIDAY 27 NOVEMBER THE GYPSY PICKERS live at Collingwood Tavern, 9pm. Hot rhythms and feel good music.

WILD CONNECTION - JOIN ECSTATIC DANCE, 6-8pm, Kotinga hall. Release, breathe, feel, create connection with others. $15-20. Epic playlist by Sybille and Jay.

SATURDAY 28 NOVEMBER KNEES-UP FOR MOHUA SOCIAL SERVICES. Barn dance, 7.30pm, Kotinga Hall, no experience expected; just fun and the hope of making someone’s Xmas happier. $5 minimum, bring finger food for supper.

SUNDAY 29 NOVEMBER THINKING OF ENTERING THE A&P SHOW in January? Booth information evening, 7pm, Earth Gems Flowers & Garden.

TAKAKA

Wednesday 9 December 3.30 - 4.30pm

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

Learn how to make your own homemade bath salts.

Take some home in a glass jar with a lovely tag to complete the look

GB WEEKLY DEADLINE: noon on Tuesdays.

WEDNESDAY 2 DECEMBER

A great Xmas gift for someone special in your life or keep it for yourself

For 8-15 years Bookings essential $4 per person

COSTUME HIRE. Playhouse, Park Avenue, 7-8.30pm. After hours ph Diane 525 8097, evenings.

ONEKAKA PLAYGROUP, all welcome, Wednesdays 10am12.30pm, Onekaka Hall.

DAYTIME BADMINTON, Rec Park Centre, 10am. All welcome.

Ph Kerry 525 7007, 027 525 7007.

PRESENTS

Homemade Bath Salts Workshop

TUESDAY 1 DECEMBER

THURSDAY 3 DECEMBER

LIBRARY

3 JUNCTION STREET, TAKAKA • PHONE 03 5285 0059

UPCOMING GIGS & EVENTS...

Friday 27th November

hip hop & roots

LATER EVENTS

SOULFIRE SOUNDSYSTEM AND FRIENDS

GB A&P SHOW 16/01/2021 - ENTRIES ARE OPEN! See display ad in this issue for details. Save some sauces/pickles/ jams/preserves!

Saturday 5TH December

roots & fruits GALANJAH SPECIAL

GB A&P SHOW 16/01/2021. Class 7 Any Hand Knitted Article – get your needles going!

Friday 11th December

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MOTUEKA A&P SUMMER MUSIC GALA. Come along and join in the fun, Saturday 5 December from 2pm until 10pm.

Three live bands, circus troupes and workshops, food and craft stalls, amusements. $5 entry, Marchwood Park. Ph 03 526 8050.

Saturday 12th December

the great roots bar band fest!

BUTTERFLIES WELCOMING SPRING // PIECES OF MOLLY ST PETERS THURSDAY // COLD SHOWER **TICKETS $15 UNDERTHERADAR.COM** $20 ON THE GATE. Friday 18th December

BODY OCEAN

Gourmet food & burgers, Open fire, Good beer, Good people

www.rootsbar.co.nz

Join Julie Jacobson, EXPO Organiser and Affordable Housing campaigner on

Saturday 28 November, 12pm at Golden Bay Community Centre Hall Find out about the 8-week, outdoor Tiny Home showcase and Hui Centre, demonstrating living with a lighter more sustainable footprint. Happening in Motueka this Summer. www.bigtinyexpo.nz Hear about the Tasman Ten Year Tiny Trial – submission recently made to TDC. Calling for permits for temporary land Znouzectnost use as an urgent affordable housing response.

If you-re in the Tiny House industry, in the movement or in the mood for land use reform, join us!

KI WI SP I R IT’S

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ADULTS $45.00 YOUTH $25.00 UNDER 12 FREE

ww w. kiwispir itd istillery.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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Baby Done (M) Staring Rose Matafeo I am Woman (M) Australia, Helen Reddy’s life story Rams (PG) Sam Neill, Australia **Allshorts 2020 (PG/M) - Short Film Festival** Doors open 7pm *One free Beverage + nibbles Tickets $20/10 student, Pohutukawa Gallery A Son (M) Award winning Tunisian Drama, Subtitles Baby Done (M) (Final) Exec producer: Taika Waititi **Members Night - new members welcome** Doors open 7pm I am Woman (M) Music A Son (M) Best Actor 2019 Venice Film Festival Matinee: Rams (PG) Adventure, Comedy, Drama Babyteeth (M) Comedy, Drama Rams (PG) **Allshorts (PG/M) 2020** I am Woman (M) Biopic Babyteeth (M) Australia Rams (PG) A Son (M)

Bookings phone 525 8453 Film information may be found at www.villagetheatre.org.nz

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

EVERY SATURDAY 9AM TO 1.30 PM BOOK YOUR SITE CALL GRANT 0272560566

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Homestays Required

G o l d e n B ay M M A

Due to an increase in SATURDAYS LIVE MUSIC International Student Art & Dance numbers at Golden Bay High in Magical Atmosphere to Dine School we are looking for Sat 28 Nov 7pm long term and short term TINA BRIDGMAN homestays in 2020.

(VVCK & BQC) training

Fri Sat 2-4pm @ Takaka Masonic Community Hall (next to Roots Bar) Deescalation expert. Knowing your rights, saving lives.

James Abbott ex RNZN (SLT)

M in concert Long term can be 2 terms or longer. A Sat 5 Dec 7pm PRIZE GIVING CEREMONIES Short term is for a group of Thai students from WILL TOBIAS D Rock ‘n Roll 7 March to 9 April. They will stay in pairs.

Café Enquiries ph 021 107 6312 If you are interested, please contact Katrina Golden Bay High School

JOIN US IN COUNTING DOWN TO CHRISTMAS WITH OUR

Senior Ceremony

Monday 7 Dec at 7.30pm Junior Ceremony

Robbie at katrina@gbh.school.nz Wednesday 9 December at 10am in the School Hall

Takaka Library Advent Calendar! *CHRISTMAS RECIPES* *CHRISTMAS CRAFTS* *GIFT IDEAS*

Families and friends of GBHS students are warmly invited to join us in celebrating the achievements of our students.

The senior ceremony will conclude with supper in the Gym. The junior ceremony will finish at approximately 11.30am and this will conclude the school year.

A heartfelt thanks to all those who contributed to the school in any way throughout 2020.

Motupipi Hall

XMAS FAIR / XMAS DINNER

GBHS would like to thank the following businesses and individuals who have contributed to the Prize Giving Ceremonies and School Magazine.

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

Your generosity is greatly appreciated.

STARTS DECEMBER 1st

Cold meats, vegetables, assortment of desserts, lots of Xmas cheer

GBHS Reunion Committee, McKee Trust, NBS Takaka, Warn and Associates, Fonterra, Trash Palace, Golden Bay Dental Centre, GBHS Home & School Association, Glasgow Harley Solicitors, Tasman District Council (Mayor's Office), Frank Byrne Builders, R & J Gill Contracting, HealthPost, OneFortyOne (Nelson Management), Abel Tasman Plumbing and Gas, Federated Farmers GB Province, Frazer and Kerry Wilson, Fresh Choice Takaka, Golden Bay A&P Association, Golden Bay Builders, Lions Club of Golden Bay, Monza Gallery, Mussel Inn, NZ King Salmon, Savage Family, Shade Upholstery and PVC, Tui Spiritual & Educational Trust, Country Women's Institute (Uruwhenua Branch), Charlton Family Trust, Azwood Energy, Billy Kerrisk - Ray White, Crombie Lockwood, Golden Bay Plumbing and Gas, Paul & Gilda Sangster, Rural Service Centre, Tasmine Palmer/ tOpTIMAL Coaching, Waitapu Engineering, Chambo’s Digger Hire, Wholemeal Café, Alliance Plumbing, Takaka Concrete Products, Office Max, Take Note Takaka, Laser Electrical, Kathy and Tony Reilly, Manawhenua ki Mohua Iwi, Golden Bay Coachlines.

AND GRAB YOURSELF A HOLIDAY READ WHILE YOU'RE THERE

Xmas baking and Xmas stocking fillers, raffle

The Mussel Inn Coming Up...

DECEMBER Thu 3rd QUIZ - final one for the season - all welcome, 7.30pm 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 Thu 17th ALBI AND THE WOLVES Sat 19th THE COWPOKERS! supported by DOW P’DOW DOW. No cover charge

Email: admin@gbweekly.co.nz

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Monday: Easterlies tending southerly later. Some rain likely easing later.

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50 Commercial Street, Takaka Golden Bay First National Licensed REAA 2008 - MREINZ

info@goldenbayproperty.com

Ph: (03) 525 8800

A COUNTRY CHARMER HEADING AT KOTINGA

LIGAR BAY LIVING

OPEN HOME Sunday 1.00 - 1.30pm

OPEN HOME Sunday 1.00 - 1.30pm

25 NYHANE DRIVE, LIGAR BAY

PRICE BY NEGOTIATION

This property is ‘move in’ ready & has all you need to make your permanent or holiday living a dream. Sitting on a 914m2 section with good off-street parking & room for the boat etc. The 3 bdrms are all of good size & the house is all totally wheel chair friendly with wet floor shower in one bthrm & ramps into the house. An awesome deck that stretches along the entire front of the house, allows you to enjoy some snippets of sea views!

Call me for further details or pop into my Open Home this Sunday. Ref: GB3807 Sarah-Jane Brown 0274 222 577 or sarah@goldenbayproperty.com

154 LONG PLAIN ROAD, KOTINGA

DEADLINE SALE 1pm 8/12/20 (N.S.P.)

First time on the market - ever! Built in the 60’s, the family tree starts here. This home has been the hub of all manner of gatherings over the years. Inside the 3 bedroom + sunroom farmhouse, there should be more than enough room for your family and outside, a proposed boundary adjustment will add some desirable extra space. The property will not be sold prior to deadline and is conditional upon new title, following the boundary adjustment. Call Paul for further information or viewing.

Ref: GB3806 Paul McConnon 0275 042 872 or paul@goldenbayproperty.com

YOUR PACIFICA PARADISE AWAITS

PARK-LIKE &HEADING PRIVATE - PERFECT! HEADING

142 ROCKLANDS RD, CLIFTON

• 4 bdrms/3 bthrm home • Self contained studio/workshop • Beautifully appointed throughout • Abundant suptropical gardens • Bountiful fruit & nut orchards Ref: GB3780 $2.395m Annie Telford 027 249 1408 or annie@goldenbayproperty.com

QUEEN’S FARM LTD 55 SOLLY ROAD, ROCKVILLE

• • 98ha, currently leased • • 24 bale herringbone cowshed • • x2 tidy farm dwellings • • Solid fertiliser history • • Well maintained farm Ref: GBR3692 $2.99m+GST (if any) James Mackay 027 359 0892 or james@goldenbayproperty.com

72 BOYLE STREET, CLIFTON $1.725m Modern, three bedroom, two bathroom, two storey home located in the much sought after area of Clifton, boasting its own micro climate yet close to town, beach, & golf course. Well established park-like grounds, with tree lined driveway, offering glimpses of the mature well stocked orchard & fully fenced paddocks.

With 4.09ha of land sufficient for grazing. Call me for further info. Ref: GB3754 Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840 or belinda@goldenbayproperty.com

SEA AND MOUNTAIN VIEWS

15 CHARLETT POINT ROAD, RANGIHAEATA

31 ARAPETA PLACE, ROTOTAI

• Elevated, sunny, north facing • Stunning vista to ranges & sea • Power, phone & waste water connections available • Great rural vibe yet close to town & schools Ref: GB3801 $170,000 Annie Telford 0272 491 408 or annie@goldenbayproperty.com

An exciting new chapter for the Vendors of this stunning property, AND new horizons for the Purchasers!

LISTED & SOLD BY

Sarah-Jane Brown 0274 222 577 sarah@goldenbayproperty.com

LOCAL KNOWLEDGE, LOCAL EXPERIENCE, LOCAL SPONSORSHIP - WE COVER THIS IN POUNDS!

Like most local businesses, The Team at Golden Bay First National enjoy being able to support our community wherever we can - sports clubs, recreation groups, schools, events. It’s our way of saying thanks.

Locals supporting locals!

Sharon

Sharon McConnon McConnon Sales SalesManager Manager 0275 258 255

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Paul McConnon Paul McConnon Salesperson Salesperson 0275 042 872 0275 042 872

Annie Telford

Annie Telford Salesperson Salesperson 0272 0272 491491 408408

Sarah-Jane

Sarah-Jane Brown Brown Salesperson Salesperson 0274 222 577

0274 222 577

James Mackay

James Mackay Principal/ Principal / AREINZ /

AREINZ/B.Com B.Com 0270273 359 0892 590 892

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Belinda J Barnes Barnes Agent / AREINZ Agent/AREINZ 021 236 2840

021 236 2840

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