Golden Bay Weekly - 4 September 2020

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Friday 4 September 2020

Leaping into springtime

Local board hearing JO RICHARDS

Next week sees the public consultation on the option of establishing a local board for Golden Bay reach another milestone when the public hearing phase gets under way. With interest in the proposal running high, it promises to be a busy time.

It’s already been a long road for The Working Group for a Golden Bay Local Board who kicked off the process with a petition in 2018 and subsequently made a case for the Local Government Commission to investigate.

In July, the Commission hosted two well-attended public meetings in Golden Bay to allow residents to learn more about the costs and benefits of a local board compared with the existing arrangement of a community board.

The meetings were characterised by a good deal of constructive debate and a respectful exchange of views and the Commission subsequently received a total of 581 submissions before the submission period closed on 14 August.

A breakdown of those submissions shows a majority in support of either a local board solely for Golden Bay, or for Golden Bay and elsewhere in Tasman District.

Around 200 submissions support the status quo in the district, including retention of the existing community boards in both Golden Bay and Motueka.

The Commission will now hear all submitters who indicated they wished to speak at the hearing and who have confirmed this with the Commission.

Two hearings have been arranged so that speakers can attend close to home. The first is on Onetahua Marae on Tuesday 8 September and the second is at the Headingly Centre in Richmond on Wednesday 9 September. Lead adviser for the Commission Gavin Beattie, explained that the hearing at the marae would begin with a powhiri in the morning before the speakers were invited to have their say. “It will be a full day and might even stretch into the evening.”

In light of current Covid-19 Alert Level 2 restrictions, the hearings will be limited to those who have confirmed their attendance with the Commission. In order to provide as much transparency as possible in the circumstances, the Commission is looking at the option of members of the public being able to view the hearings online.

Anyone wanting to discuss the hearing arrangements or to seek any related information may contact the Commission by phone: 04 460 2228, email: info@lgc. govt.nz or website: www.lgc.govt.nz

Woolly jumpers: Newborn lambs spring into action on Puponga Farm Park. Photo: Jo Richards.

JO RICHARDS

By the time spring officially arrived on Tuesday, most of the Bay’s sheep farmers were already busy with the new lambing season.

The sight and sounds of newborn lambs gambolling around lush green paddocks is still very much part of New Zealand’s landscape.

Despite the dramatic growth in dairy farming over the past 20 years, and the steep decline in sheep numbers, the woolly ovids still outnumber cows by around four to one.

According to beef+lamb New Zealand, there are 27.4 million sheep in the country of which 17 million are breeding ewes.

Lambing traditionally starts around midAugust in the South Island, but varies from region to region and from farm to farm. For Joyce and Jock Wyllie, who farm at Kaihoka Station, the action has yet to begin. “We’ve not really started lambing yet. We made the call a few years ago to put our lambing date later as our grass growth is a bit later”, says Joyce.

When it does start, it will be full on. “We have 3200 ewes, which get scanned, then put into separate lambing mobs of twins, singles, and triplets. We even have one ewe with quads on board.”

Meanwhile on Puponga Farm Park, at the base of Farewell Spit, manager Shane Ricketts is well into his second week of lambing. The 400ha coastal strip supports 2000 ewes and ewe hoggets which Shane anticipates will each produce an average of 1.5 lambs. “I’m expecting production around 150 per cent, which is good for around here; that means we’ll be pretty close to 3000 lambs.”

Shortly after birth, these lambs will start to nibble grass and, by the time they are four to six weeks old, they may be obtaining as much as 50 per cent of their nutrient requirements from sources other than their mother’s milk.

Shane is hoping that the recent wet weather will encourage some good grass growth for the newborns and their mothers.

“We’re so far behind with rainfall; we’ve had two dry years in a row.”

Shortage of good grass is not the only problem sheep farmers have to contend with at lambing time, explains Shane. “We’ve had quite a few tourists – and locals – bringing their dogs down here. It’s a real no no.”

Farewell Spit is a nature reserve and dogs are banned in order to protect the wildlife.

Dogs are also prohibited from the farm to prevent worrying sheep and to avoid the spread of disease. “We don’t want sheep measles coming onto the farm,” says Shane.

Sheep measles occurs when dogs have access to raw or untreated sheep or goat meat, and transfer the disease to sheep, by defecating on farm pasture. Working dogs are regularly vaccinated against the disease.

For the Bay’s sheep farmers, lambing will soon be over, but for a short time, paddocks will be full of young lambs creating the sights and sounds of spring.

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Local advocates making a noise about mussel boats JO RICHARDS

A recent survey of Golden Bay residents by a local advocacy group, The Marine Farming Impacts Group (MFIG), shows that nuisance noise from mussel farm operations in the Bay is of widespread concern.

Noise is one of the potential negative effects of mussel farming; others include light, water and seabed pollution, beach debris and marine ecosystem effects.

But there are also positive contributions, beyond the obvious economic benefits. Although mussels consume significant biomass at the base of the food web, they help to filter the water of the Bay, while the farmed areas act as de facto nofishing zones. Furthermore, there is evidence that seabed habitat severely degraded by decades of commercial fishing activity is regenerating directly underneath the mussel farms.

With Golden Bay’s commercial mussel farming industry set to expand significantly over the next decade, there is some concern that any negative environmental and social impacts – including noise – will also increase, unless additional mitigation measures are implemented.

Noise Over the past several years, noise from mussel industry vessels has become a cause of frequent complaints by coastal residents from Wainui Bay through to Pakawau. The topic has featured regularly at the Golden Bay Community Board Public Forum as well as in the letters section of The GB Weekly.

There are legal instruments to control nuisance noise.

Section 16 of the Resource Management Act imposes a duty on occupiers of land, and users of the coastal marine area, to ensure that noise levels are kept at a “reasonable” level by adopting what is known as “the best practicable option”.

Tasman District Council (TDC) is also able to set noise emission standards in plans and consents but, in the Resource Consent issued to Golden Bay Ring Road Farming Ltd in May 2018, for example, there is no specific mention of noise control. The only relative reference is a clause in the Review section stating that a review may be initiated “to require the adoption of the best practicable option to remove or reduce any adverse effect on the environment”.

At the beginning of the year, MFIG alerted TDC’s team leader of environmental health, Graham Caradus, to possible breaches of the regulations. He replied stating that operators had, in his opinion, implemented the best practical mitigation measures and he remained “unconvinced that the noise these vessels make is unreasonable”. He declined to take any further action: “Unless something dramatically changes, it is not my intention to do other than acknowledge any future complaints from you about this particular issue unless you can provide me with credible evidence that the noise has become unreasonable.”

The MFIG does consider the noise unreasonable, and is calling for regulated noise control on all boats, an enforced speed limit within a 1.8 radius of the port, plus a restriction of operating hours to between 7.30am and 7.30pm.

Rod Barker, spokesman for the MFIG says that following a meeting with representatives of the Mussel Farming Association (MFA) earlier this year, there appears to be a willingness to work together on the issue, but the implementation of any further measures would be voluntary. At the meeting, Clearwater Mussels operations manager Mike Holland stated that his company had just spent $19,000 on soundproofing the mufflers on one of their new boats, the Clearwater Resolution, which works out of Port Tarakohe. Another of their boats, the Jolly Roger, had new engines put in a year ago, which he said should have reduced the noise level. He agreed that more boats need to have improvements like this made, but pointed out that the mussel farmers and MFA were not keen to sign up to restricted operating hours as the boats needed to work whenever the weather conditions were good. He warned that if the industry failed to maximise efficiency and reduce costs, its overseas markets would go elsewhere.

Speaking to The GB Weekly this week, MFA general manager Ned Wells said of Clearwater’s investment: “This shows that companies are cognisant of noise and willing to invest in mitigation measures. The combination of modern engines and exhaust technology can reduce noise by up to 50 per cent.”

And he added that the technical work was ongoing, along with

A mussel boat sets out from Tarakohe harbour. Photo: Jo Richards.

revision of operating procedures. “We expect more vessels to be upgraded, either at the time of being repowered, or earlier if companies think improvements can be made with existing engines.

“We have already implemented a voluntary low revs protocol for our vessels entering and exiting Port Tarakohe, and the MFIG has stated that this has made a big difference.”

Although TDC’s monitoring shows that vessels are not exceeding permitted noise levels, up until now there has been little data to assess the scale and perceived severity of the problem from coastal residents’ perspective. Looking to fill this knowledge gap, the MFIG carried out an online survey on the subject.

MFIG survey The survey was conducted through the SurveyMonkey website during the period 20 July to 20 August, and consisted of eight questions, four of which related specifically to noise.

Some of the key findings are summarised in the charts below.

In total there were 200 respondents, most of whom are Golden Bay residents living along the coast between Wainui Bay and Puponga. Not all respondents answered all the questions.

The results indicate that 83 respondents (41.5%) are frequently affected by mussel industry noise, with 61 (30.5%) respondents sometimes affected. An overwhelming majority (93%) of those affected by noise experience it at home, with 135 respondents indicating that the noise disturbs their sleep and/or their tranquillity. A total of 69 respondents (47%) are affected by noise while at the beach.

Rod believes the survey returns demonstrate that the adverse effects are not experienced by just a handful of residents. “The 200 responses for the survey are an indication of the size of the issue. To get a more representative result would be useful to carry out random sampling during the busy season when holiday homes are full, and visitors are camped up around the Bay.” Explaining the sentiments behind the statistics, Tata Beach resident Neville Rogers explained how the “foreign” noise affects him, despite having good insulation and double-glazing in his home.

“It’s an intrusive, invasive noise that frequently wakes us up at around 5am when they go out.”

He says peace and quiet could easily be restored to the Bay with a combination of technical modifications and a change in operational practices. “If the mussel farmers were keen on being good neighbours, as they insist they are, then the fix is obvious and quick.”

Further along the coast at Pakawau, BJ White, a long-time critic of the industry’s practices, describes the sound of the boats as “a noise that penetrates to the marrow of your bones”.

Finding the balance As with any commercial activity, there is a trade-off between financial, environmental, and social costs and benefits. It’s getting that balance right that the MFIG says it is attempting through its advocacy and engagement with the industry.

Ned also recognises the importance of working with a range of stakeholders. “We take community input seriously and have been working with the group in its various forms for some time. Ultimately, we want the Golden Bay community to be proud of its aquaculture industry and the world-class seafood products we produce.”

Rod believes time is of the essence, and changes need to be made sooner rather than later. “The mussel farms are set to expand and it’s important to get this right. It’s important for council and industry to work with the community to find solutions.”

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Dean bows out with MONZA show

BIG NEWS!!!

Hello Golden Bay As you may have seen online, there is an updated Hilux arriving later this year. There are some immediate changes, as you can see, like the redesigned front grille and tail light configuration. What you can’t see is the upgrade in spec. They have improved the ride and handling to make it a more comfortable traveller.

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Artist Dean Raybould with Nic Wooding (left) and Philly Hall from MONZA Gallery at the beginning of his month-long farewell exhibition in Takaka. Photo: Anita Peters.

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“LATERS!...& earliers”, the month-long solo exhibition just opened at MONZA Gallery, sadly doubles as a farewell to artist Dean Raybould.

He and his family are now southward bound, hoping to fulfill dreams of a better work/life balance and for Dean to be painting more full time.

Dean started as a graphic designer/illustrator in Cairns before working as a screen-printer artist then an advertising artist at the Nelson Mail for 10 years. In 2005, he and partner Belinda, and their twin baby boys moved to Golden Bay, where he began painting in earnest and was soon invited to show at the newly opened MONZA Gallery. He has since become one of their longest-standing artists.

“When Nic and Philly asked me to do this last show I thought it would be nice to hang a random selection of stuff,” says Dean, calling the exhibition an “overview; part retrospective.”

Spanning more than 25 years, it includes commercial illustrations for businesses and promotions, and posters for FreshFM, exhibitions and bands he has played in, plus paintings done mostly in Golden Bay and Nelson.

Dean’s work incorporates political, environmental and social commentary with humour and text. Music is a strong element; at an early age he listened to political bands during the Reagan/ Thatcher era and developed a passion for punk.

He became bored with conventional shapes and framing.

“I got sick really quickly of square canvases, of making frames for paintings on board. I think it’s kind of cinematic; like the background is just the backdrop. I don’t always do things on purpose but when I look back it makes sense.”

MONZA’s Nic Wooding describes Dean as “one of our most incredible and loved artists. We have so much gratitude for his work gracing our walls and all the exterior and promo imagery he has been responsible for.”

As an active member of the Golden Bay Arts Council, Dean “always went above and beyond,” often asked to do promotions for Bay Art and other events. Examples of his work are all over town; not only on MONZA Gallery’s frontage and signage but also at the Dangerous Kitchen, Village Theatre and the Quiet Revolution.

Dean says this final show consists of a “quick grab from the walls at home and the dusty recesses of the shed,” and not all is for sale. But be quick; MONZA policy to only display local work means this will be the last chance to purchase any of Dean’s work in this neck of the woods. This show is not to be missed.

“LATERS!...& earliers” – a farewell exhibition for Dean Raybould at MONZA Gallery, 25 Commercial Street Takaka.

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POLICE REPORT Reflections on pigeons vs windows

Kia ora whanau A period of community consultation is commencing in relation to the proposed CCTV cameras for Takaka township. Please take this opportunity to have your say.

Feel free to ask any of your local Police if you have concerns, which I’m sure we will be able to allay. Senior Constable Grant Heney will be presenting to the Community Board at their meeting on 15 September with his experiences in Motueka following the installation of cameras there.

• 25 August: A 47-year-old local male was summonsed to court for wilful damage and sending abusive emails following a historic domestic incident.

• 26 August: A 48-year-old local male was arrested for being grossly intoxicated and aggressive in Takaka township. He was given a ride home and a written warning for breaching the local liquor ban.

• A blue mountain bike and helmet has been handed in as found property. If you think it is yours, please pop into the station. We hold property for one month.

• The iPhone reported last week was reunited with its delighted owner.

• 28 August: A 22-year-old male on a working visa was removed from a local bar after behaving disorderly.

He has since received a trespass notice banning him for two years.

• Police attended a single-car non-injury crash near Puponga and another one in Willow Street, Takaka. Both drivers were warned for careless driving.

• A three-month demerit suspension was served on a 61-year-old local female. Please keep your speed down.

Having no licence for three months is a real imposition when you live rurally.

• 30 August: A 17-year-old local female was taken into custody suffering drug psychosis following experimenting with LSD (acid) a number of weeks ago. Police assisted her to the Nelson acute unit for treatment.

• 30 August: Suspicious activity reported in the Tukurua area with a caravan being broken into repeatedly over the last few weeks. Police are investigating.

• Please educate and discourage alcohol and drug use amongst our taitamariki. As the weather improves the party scene will pick up. Know where your kids are and who they are with. Do not let them attend dance/rave parties. If we find your child unaccompanied at these events, expect a phone call to come and pick them up.

• Keep up your safe hygiene practices and social distancing where possible. Face masks are now compulsory on public transport. Record where you have been in case the virus makes its way to our Golden Bay bubble. Stay safe out there.

Robby Robilliard’s letter (GBW 29/8) tells of her problem with window strike by our beautiful native wood pigeon, the kereru. This occurs when birds perceive a line of flight through one window to another or where they see trees or sky reflected in the window. It can occur based on season, time of day and orientation to the sun.

Window strike can be prevented by putting decals on the glass. You can email info@projectkereru.org.nz to place an order for these. They are barely visible to the eye and reflect an ultraviolet light which birds can see during the day. Some birds have feathers that reflect ultraviolet light. It can communicate species and gender.

Cynthia McConville

More reflections on pigeons vs windows

In reply to Robby Robilliard (GBW 29/8), I suggest she goes to this website: https://projectkereru.org.nz/preventingwindow-strike and buys a set of decals to stick on her windows.

You hardly notice the decals yourself, but pigeons avoid your windows because they can see that something solid is there.

I haven’t had a bird fly into my windows since I put them up.

Piers Maclaren

September Village Market cancelled.

This is difficult to write.

We are due to have another winter Village Market in Takaka on Saturday 5 September and with the country on a level 2 Covid-19 status I am aware that as the Village Market operator I am unable to legally hold a market on this date unless individual stallholders are two metres apart, and all have the tracer app, or sign-in sheet. I would also need to securely fence off the area, have sign-in entrances and only allow 100 people in the area at any one time, including the stallholders.

This may seem simple to some but with the layout of the Village Market, and as the license is specific for the library car park, I am unable to shift it either.

I am reluctantly cancelling the September market and it is with the hope that we will be back to level 1 when the 3 October market is due, which is the first Saturday of weekly markets for the summer.

I know there are many of you who rely on the village market for your income, so this has not been an easy decision.

Thank you and look for the notices which will confirm the October markets start-up. Thank you, Grant Knowles

Dolphin deaths and disease

The Government’s decision to further restrict the use of set nets has been controversial. Locals will no longer be able to catch a feed, the way they’ve done for generations. The restrictions are supposedly to protect dolphins but will achieve little, given recent credible scientific research strongly suggests toxoplasmosis, a disease spread by cats, is responsible for significantly more dolphin deaths than fishing activities. See www.niwa.co.nz for further information.

In combating any threat, it’s rational to address its primary cause, not just a lesser one. The Government, probably fearing a backlash from cat owners (44 per cent of New Zealand households), isn’t really doing this. Its Toxoplasmosis Action Plan fails to effectively address the principal cause of the problem. Planting beside waterways, educating cat owners

etc, is highly unlikely to significantly reduce the incidence of toxoplasmosis.

Conservation groups have been noticeably quiet about the toxoplasmosis threat. This is probably because the new research significantly refutes their claims made over many years, about fishing-related dolphin deaths.

If the Government and conservationists truly cared about dolphins, they’d be taking much more decisive action against toxoplasmosis. Their failure to do so is a deplorable act of political expediency, which may lead to the highly endangered Maui dolphin’s extinction. I believe the new set net regulations are more about the upcoming election, than protecting dolphins. The hypocrisy of the Government and conservationists on this matter is appalling.

Hugh Cropp

End of life: it’s our choice

Ever since homosapiens began to walk, man has a history of belief in a life after death. We can go back to the early Stone Age settlements all over the world and their burial sites with artefacts for their trip into the “after life“.

Four-thousand years ago Hinduism was the first, and oldest, religion to believe a soul lived on after death. The eighth century BC was the first biblical account of creation via Genesis 1. Then seventh century BC we see the birth of Islam; sixth century, Buddhism; and later comes Christianity, after the death of Jesus 2020 years ago. All the religious faiths promise a “garden of Eden” or a “heaven“ or a life in “paradise“. A life after death is a promise and a reward for those who follow the dogma, protocols and philosophy of the teachers of their faiths. If one truly believes the ending of all worldly suffering with pain, disability, and dependency on drugs disappears with death, why not choose to get out of their earthly body?

Choice is one of the founding rights of human democracy and religious freedom.

To be able to vote in the coming election for the right to choose, with sound mind, “to be, or not to be“ is fair and reasonable.

The End of Life Choice vote must pass for those who are suffering in their earthly body and want to live in the paradise they believe exists after “passing on”. The very term “passing on“ is comforting. Leaving the crippled earthly body, to pass into a spirit world.

Reg Turner

A change of heart?

We went along to A Change of Heart to hear what solutions might be offered to assist us farmers to be environmentally sustainable.

We were shown some confronting scenes of winter grazing in Southland with calves born in mud and cows up to their udders in mud, which is definitely not acceptable. I am aware that the industry needs to keep pushing for best on-farm practices.

We were also told about the effects of nitrogen in the waterways and the outcomes for humans and health by drinking water high in nitrates (blue babies etc). We were also shown the nitrate levels in rivers, estuaries and aquifers in the South Island, all 20+ times higher than in Golden Bay, including the Springs.

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LE T TERS vegetarian/vegan. This has confused us as fruit and vegetables have been excused from the water forum guidelines that came into effect 3 August because they can’t meet the guidelines.

It takes a lot more nitrogen/fertiliser to grow six-week crops of vegetables than annual rye grass and they can’t stick to 190kg/ha N limit. Since a lot of commercial market gardens etc are near cities surely the nitrogen is getting into their waterways and this is “food without pollution”?

I find it interesting that the key presenter, Alison Dewes is the expert witness for Save our Springs for the water conservation order and they want me to stop dairy farming and grow vegetables and put more nitrogen on.

Golden Bay has low nitrate levels, 100 per cent of Golden Bay dairy farms are effluent compliant and Golden Bay’s rivers and waterways are 100 per cent swimmable and drinkable.

Daphne Woods

5G for me

I am so looking forward to having “unimaginable new experiences”, on mygaming site, while travelling in the selfdrive vehicle to surgery at GB Community Health.

I will be totally at ease with Dr AI, with forceps and scalpel hands, knowing it is guided remotely by a great surgeon somewhere in the world. The surgeon may know what a beautiful part of the world I live in, having previously “travelled” here by augmented reality (AR).

Meanwhile I have this beauty uncluttered by visitors and vehicles because they too will have saved their money by “travelling” the same way.

Of course, we will all be able to live much freer lives – with our smart wearables we can keep up to date with everything without leaving the couch.

Although, if we want to see the neighbour’s new lounge suite, we will need to don our smart glasses to x-ray their house from the driveway.

And thinking of that, if passing a stranger in the street, it will easy to see the person behind the clothes. Makes clothing redundant really so that will be a saving.

I will be much happier and New Zealand will be better off.

This and more, will be enabled by 5G. How do I know this?

I read a half-page article in the Nelson Mail (3/8/20) written

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Beth McCarthy

Celebrating our young pianists and singers

I would like to say how lucky we are in the community to have people like Julia Muntwyler and Hera Livingston who have the skills to bring out the talent in our children. We were very fortunate to be in the audience last Sunday and to see and enjoy a performance at the Mussel Inn. All the children on stage were thoroughly enjoying themselves and were performing superbly. Julia and Hera’s unexpected dramatic piece was hilarious! And a big thank you to all the children who were exceptional, and we can not wait to see the next concert.

Bruce and Inna Dooley

Gratitude to great gorse gang

A very warm thank you goes to Lynne, Carl, Wayne, Mike, Rebecca, Tiana, Albie, Felicity, Alec, Colin, Sam, Will, Frankie, Steve, Mike and Anna who seriously dealt to the gorse at Golden Bay’s new reserve in Parapara. The progress was remarkable and showed a real love for this now protected space. There will be more opportunities to help with planting, trapping and the inevitable weed control so keep a look out for future ads in The GB Weekly. An old rusted condom machine (empty) found in the bush was a bit of a laugh and if anyone wants to share that story it could be entertaining.

Victoria, Heather, and Rick

NEWS IN BRIEF Takaka Hill one-night closure SUBMITTED

Takaka Hill road will be closed overnight to all traffic, between Riwaka and Upper Tkaka, from 9pm on Sunday 6 September to 5am on Monday 7 September, for emergency barrier repair works.

This essential work is being carried out to ensure your safety while driving on the road, and the safety of our crew who are working beneath the damaged section of barrier at Site 11.

In the event of bad weather, this work will be carried out the following night, Monday 7 September, from 9pm–5am.

While we encourage people to avoid the road during this one-night closure, the road will open for essential travel at 1.30am (Takaka to Nelson) and 1.45am (Nelson to Takaka).

Emergency services will be able to use the road at all times.

We appreciate your patience as we work to get your road back up and running.

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NEWSLINE UPDATES KE E PI N G YO U I N FO RM E D ABO UT N E WS AN D E VE NT S I N TH E TAS MAN D I STRI C T

At the time of printing we are set to remain at Alert Level Two until midnight on Sunday 6 September. All Council services continue to operate but with changes to limit numbers at some facilities, enable physical distancing and contact tracing. Should any further changes be needed, you can get the latest information on, our website – tasman.govt.nz, our Facebook page and the Antenno app or you can give us a call on 03 543 8400.

Please follow the general health advice from central government as we work together in our renewed battle against Covid-19.

• Keep your distance from other people in public • Wash your hands • Sneeze and cough into your elbow • Keep track of where you’ve been and who you’ve seen • Wear a face covering if you can.

Water safety consultation extended

Review of Local Alcohol Policy

Submissions are now open until Friday 2 October.

Tasman District Council invites submissions by 25 September on a proposal to review the Local Alcohol Policy. The Local Alcohol Policy (LAP) has been in force since 14 March 2015 and must be reviewed prior to 14 March 2021 to remain in force. The most significant impact of the LAP is to limit the hours that Licensed Premises may trade, compared to the default national maximum trading hours permitted by the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012. The Council has proposed that no change is made to the existing LAP. You can read the full statement of proposal online at tasman.govt.nz/ feedback or see a hard copy at all Council offices and libraries.

We’ve extended the submission period on a proposal to permanently chlorinate the following water supplies: Upper Tākaka, Hamama, Motueka, Riwaka / Kaiteriteri and Richmond. All other Tasman District Council water supplies are already treated with chlorine. This is in line with the accepted practice for water treatment around New Zealand and in other developed countries.

You can read the full statement of proposal online at tasman.govt.nz/feedback or see a hard copy at all Tasman District Council offices and libraries (Tākaka, Murchison, Motueka and Richmond).

The in-person public meetings were cancelled due to the Alert Level Two restrictions on gatherings and physical distancing.

A replacement session will take place via Zoom video conferencing on Wednesday 16 September from 4.30 pm.

Access details are available on the website.

How to have your say: • Email your submission info@tasman.govt.nz with ‘Water Safety Consultation’ in the subject line.

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• Head to tasman.govt.nz/feedback to submit your feedback online.

• Post your submission to ‘Water Safety Consultation’, Tasman District Council, 189 Queen Street, Private Bag 4, Richmond 7050.

You can: • Email your submission to info@tasman.govt.nz with ‘Local Alcohol Policy Consultation’ in the subject line.

• Head to tasman.govt.nz/feedback to submit your feedback online.

• Post your submission to “Local Alcohol Policy Consultation”, Tasman District Council, 189 Queen Street, Private Bag 4, Richmond 7050.

Submissions close Friday 25 September 2020.

COUNCIL MEETINGS For a full list of Council meetings see tasman.govt.nz/link/meetings-calendar.

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This year’s nationwide Daffodil Day fundraiser for the NZ Cancer Society also marked 30 years since the idea was first launched. Prior to that it was simply called the Cancer Society Collection.

It is the society’s largest fundraising campaign, and the funds raised are vital to the ongoing support for cancer sufferers in this country.

In the Bay, in 1981, Nancye Heenan was asked by Mary and Alan Swafford to take on the fundraising, which comprised an on-the-counter donation box at Wrightsons. Nancye was joined later by Heather Delaney and they eventually ran an annual stall.

“Back then we propagated African violets,” says Nancye.

“After 30-odd years we decided it was time someone took over, and the young ones are doing a good job.”

Current organiser Sharon McConnon reflected on earlier Daffodil Days.

“We used to sit down and plan for months before – now it just comes together really easily. I used to stress about it; now it’s just ‘whatever will be, will be’. We don’t even have meetings.

Everyone just pulls together and it happens.”

Sharon and the First National team have now been running the annual event for 11 years. Bountiful buckets of fresh daffodils are donated by local growers – Diane Sixtus, Joanne Coleman, Josie Weatherly, Liz and Simon Faulkner, and Pam Balck. The girls from First National pick from Joanne and Josie’s gardens on the day beforehand. People arrived bearing

bucketsful on the day to add to those.

Stalls are usually situated in Collingwood’s Tasman Street, Takaka’s Commercial Street outside Take Note, and at FreshChoice, but the supermarket was unable to host a stall this year, due to the Level 2 social distancing requirements and likelihood of congestion in the foyer.

This Daffodil Day, the stalls’ cheerful yellow symbology stood out, and helpers offered bunches of beautiful daffodils and merchandise including pens, serviettes, teddy bears and lapel pins, in return for donations. There were three raffles running at the Takaka stall. A stunning harakeke-protea arrangement

by Teresa Brough was won by Gay; goodies boxes filled with grocery-type items were won by Kaye; and the winner of a redwood outdoor seat (donated by David and Angela Jacobsen) was Ann. The Collingwood stall is capably organised by Kaye Miller every year; Sharon hands over a goodies box to raffle then leaves her to it. The raffle there was won by Blake Miller.

Noticeably present on the stalls this year were the hand sanitisers, prominently placed for public use, and a contact tracing sign-in form. Disposable gloves and masks were available for the 30 stall volunteers.

The ANZ Bank has organised a QR Code as a non-contact option for donations – it appears at the top left of this page.

Anyone who missed a stall can also pop their donation into the First National office in Takaka. Sharon extends a thank you to our Nelson Building Society branch, which is taking care of the banking side of things this year.

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Despite the marked absence of parents and caregivers due to Level 2 restrictions, the traditional Daffodil Day event at Motupipi School still brimmed with golden colour and buzzed with enterprise.

Apple bobbing requires extreme concentration skills. Photo: Anita Peters.

The school was committed to their annual fundraiser for the Cancer Society, but with 75 students and 10 staff plus the odd parent helper, the numbers came close to the 100-person apple-bobbing and an obstacle course. limit decreed for any gathering.

“It was just absolutely heartwarming,” said Lisa Malones of her first Daffodil Day as principal. “I Even so, sales on the day were good. Business was brisk from as many as 20 stalls, some of just get to soak it all up. I am part of Room 3 and we did our plates and our waffles this morning. which had sold out by the end of trading. Contributions were brought from home beforehand to But the teachers are just so motivated, and they know how it all runs. We’re so lucky.” counter lost sales from the wider school community, the final tally reached an impressive $840.

It was clearly an enormous amount of work resulting in a huge amount of fun. But this annual The marketplace, operating with pre-purchased tokens, began at midday with hungry event incorporates learning on a deeper level. young patrons able to choose a variety of normally “off-the-menu” fare, including sausages and “This week alone we’ve been able to talk about marketing, and accounting for maths, and ice-cream, fruit skewers and homemade lemonade. Paintings, poems, flowers and handmade advertising and posters,” explained Lisa. “So, it’s an inquiry, and it’s all relevant. They actually plates competed with popular sideshow entertainment that included lucky dips, face-painting know about Daffodil Day, so they knew when they were making these posters that they were and a bouncy castle. Both children and adults competed in various skill-testing activities like relevant, that they had a purpose. It was really awesome learning. I’m just so proud of them all.”

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Sage Andrews, the manager of Golden Kids Early Childhood Centre, invited our local MP, Damien O’Connor, to visit the centre Monday.

She wanted to speak to him about the lack of pay parity for ECE (Early Childhood Education) teachers, an issue now causing critical problems in the industry, and something she feels strongly about.

The issues are clearly stated by ECEVoice, an organization backed by the NZEI (New Zealand Educational Institute). It states the following: There are now more children in early childhood education, but since 2010 there has been a 55% drop in trainee early childhood teachers.

A lack of funding for 100% qualified teachers means our centres are stretched to the limits when trying to create the best-quality environments.

Teachers want to see the Government fulfil its commitment to lowering child to teacher ratios.

On average, ECE teachers are paid 23% less than colleagues

in kindergartens, primary and secondary schools – despite being just as qualified.

Funding is a very real issue for independent centres such as Golden Kids.

“Our funding goes to our teachers so we can maintain those low ratios to provide quality ECE. But we can’t afford repairs and maintenance. We often have to fundraise for this,” explained Sage.

Early Childhood teachers are the foundation of our education system. Research shows that a child’s first three years of life has the biggest impact on their outcomes later in life.

“We need to ensure that we are attracting and retaining them. They are educating our future citizens of Aotearoa.”

Clearly a struggle for all concerned, many independent ECE centres across Nelson have closed in what Sage describes as “dire times”. About 12 years ago, things were on a more even footing when staff were paid an equitable wage, but following a change of government, funding was lost.

Having trained when classes were of a large size, Sage feels strongly about the pay disparity.

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Tasman District Council is obliged to rezone land approved through the Housing Accords and Special Housing Areas Act 2013 (“HASHAA”) for residential development. The legislation enables the subdivision and development of the land for residential purposes to provide additional land for housing within Tasman District. Some of the land approved for housing by the HASSAA is currently zoned for other purposes such as business or rural production. As a result of the legislation TDC needs to rezone five sites, one in Pohara and four in Richmond.

According to TDC community relations manager Chris Choat, “The proposed plan change is a ‘tidy up’ so that the zoning of the land reflects the approved residential land use that will occur on the sites”.

The Pohara site (see map), with access off Richmond Road, to be developed for residential purposes is approximately 7.9ha within a 34ha property currently zoned Rural 2. The development comprises 71 residential lots.

One of the key infrastructure projects currently underway in Pohara, is the upgrading of the stormwater system. Mr

Choat says council considered the possible impacts of the new development on run-off and was satisfied that there would be no adverse effects. “The subdivision of this land on Richmond Road has been carefully assessed to ensure existing residential properties in Pohara are not impacted by stormwater issues from the development.”

TDC plans to discuss the draft proposed plan change with the public before entering the legal process through public notification of the change and is holding an informal dropin session at the Pohara Boat Club on Tuesday 8 September between 3-7pm. Anyone interested in the changes and developments is invited to come along.

Those unable to attend the Pohara session, or who have further questions, or would like a copy of the draft plan change package, should phone TDC policy planner Mary Honey on 03 543 8400 or email: mary.honey@tasman.govt.nz TDC plans to publicly notify the proposed plan change in November. Public notification of the proposal provides an opportunity for everyone to make a formal submission.

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THE Tarakohe Sea Anglers Assn AGM will be held on Wednesday 23 September at the Telegraph Hotel dining room, 7.30pm. Bruce Packard, secretary.

TE Wharerangi Trust that administers the GB Sustainable Living Centre (Community Gardens) AGM, Sunday 27 September at 1pm. All welcome. Come and listen to our achievements of the past year and how you can support our vision. Gita Krenek will begin the pre-meeting procedures by speaking about bio-dynamic farming and gardening principles, based on her experience of living and working on a bio-dynamically operated sheep/beef/cereal cropping farm (Milmore Downs) in North Canterbury.

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The purpose of the grant is to distribute funds to organisations such as cultural, philanthropic, charitable, sporting, educational or any other purpose that benefits the Golden Bay community or a section of it.

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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.

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

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.

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

PAINTER AVAILABLE NOW. Quality and efficient service, 30 years’ experience. Ph Luca 022 086 1842.

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.

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TRADES AND SERVICES / Mahi a ratonga PORTABLE BANDSAW MILLING. Ph Tim 524 8997, 027 714 4232.

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.

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

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

TAKAKA Self Storage, Commercial Street. Units and containers.

Secure yard with cameras. Ph 525 6181.

TRACKS: quality curtains tracks available in 10 colours.

Do it once and do it right. Ph Tracey at Imagine designs 027 440 0071.

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

Fully insured. Ph 525 7597, 027 212 4020.

WINDOW cleaning. Ph Willem 022 134 1726.

FREE QUOTES FOR GUARANTEED QUALITY!

INTERIOR COATINGS Phone 027 900 3683

Call David Bell Painting David Bell PAINTING SERVICES

Phone 027 900 3683

David Bell PAINTING SERVICES 027 900 3683

027 900 3683

Call/text Tristan Strange 027 515 5204 10+ years’ of local agricultural contracting experience Specialising in: * mowing * raking * tedding * round baling * square baling * cartage * 16-ton tip trailer

Contact Tristan to discuss your agricultural needs

Helping Hands 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?

for all your painting needs!

NEW PREMISES: 33 King Edward Street Opposite Motueka Farm Machinery

YOUR LOCAL Equipment Specialist For all Mowers, Chainsaws, Trimmers, and Blowers Sales and Service Ph Kerry 0272 242 085 │ 03 528 0233 Kerry@lifestylecentre.nz

In the Bay weekly - FREE pick up and delivery

SOLLYS

Contractors

Providing Transport, Construction and Earthmoving services since 1928

EARTHMOVING & CONTRACTING: House sites, driveways Culvert installations Drainage Land development Farm maintenance

Ph 525 9843

FOR ALL YOUR CARTAGE NEEDS: General Freight Storage Bulk Cartage Livestock

Phone 525 9843

SUPPLIER OF: Stock Feed Fertilisers Spreading: Spreadmark certified with GPS mapping Aggregates Compost, garden bark, landscape gravels Pea straw

Phone 525 9843 12

THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 4 SEPTEMBER 2020

Kaihoka Lakes Road, Kaihoka

18 Rototai Road, Takaka

New Listing/Viewing

New Listing/Open Home SET DATE OF SALE: Closes 1pm, Tues 15th Sept 2020 - Will NOT be sold prior For Sale: Sunday 6th September 1:00-1:30pm Open Home: NO NEXT DOOR NEIGHBOURS! - Surrounded by paddocks, this classic 1960's home is complimented with a 1513m² section, almost double the standard size for Takaka and great for free ranging your kids, chickens and dogs. Timing is everything, the door to this home will only be open for two weeks, so act now! Virtual tour & LIM available upon request

$350,000 each For Sale: Open Home: Saturday 5th September 1.30-2.00pm GET WILD AND FREE - It's been said that you can't beat the West Coast on a good day, and Westhaven Inlet is particularly stunning, and a bit more sheltered! In this pristine environment building covenants apply and views from the land are limited by dense vegetation. On the plus side, privacy is paramount. Lot 1 offers 3.5Ha and Lot 3 offers 1.5Ha

Billy Kerrisk Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)

1284 Aorere Valley Road, Bainham

Healing with Grace Property Management

New Listing/Viewing For Sale: Open Home:

$250,000 Saturday 5th September 11:00 - 11.30am

EXTRA SPECIAL WILDERNESS PACKAGE - This two hectare property offers the full wilderness package, with drive on access, plenty of space for parking a tiny home or camper and for $250,000 you get the cute wee cabin and caravan too! Situated close to the start of the Heaphy track. This Freehold Title is fenced and has it's own pond and various trees, also holds a Freehold share in the 15 hectares of common land nestled next to the Kahurangi National Park.

Keeping up with the changes in rental legislations is a full time job. The consequences off not complying are huge. We stay up-to-date protecting you and your asset.

Make sure your rental property our Gisracompliant ce Shielby dscalling 021346642 ♥ 5258106 Jenna Bowden NZQA qualified Property Manager BTSM, today.RMT MNZ Gift Vouchers Available 027 525 7229

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

Ph/txt for an appointment 021 053 4337.

AROHA Health Spa. Massage, advanced clinical massage, myofascial release, hot stone and relaxation, infrared sauna, spa bath, facials, holistic health and more. Open Thursday-Sunday 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.

dysfunction, sports performance. Specialising in unresolved muscular pain. 20 years’ experience. Ph Paul 027 772 7334, 54 Commercial Street.

Healing with Grace

REFLEXOLOGY - relax and regenerate. For appointments please contact Ariane Wyler ph/txt 021 0260 7607, happyfeetflex@gmail.com

&

021 346642 ♥ 525 8106

SIMON Jones: Counselling, mediation, coaching. 28 years’ experience. Member NZAC. Ph 525 8542.

Chiropractor

YOUTH and adult counselling. Ph 027 416 6815, email selena@ gbwct.org.nz

Inga Schmidt

MSc (Chiro), DC, MNZCA

021 180 7789

Golden Bay Health Centre, 12 Motupipi St

EBONY’S Mobile Hairdressing is back on the road Wednesdays and Fridays, 9am-3pm. Ph 027 350 6547.

www.healthfocus.co.nz ACC registered

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

IRIDOLOGY analysis, Herbalist, Reflexology, Reiki Master, Rongoā herbal medicine. Lisa Williams, ph 525 6150, txt 027 451 9797, www.goldenbayiridology.com MASSAGE AND REIKI. Emma Sutherland (Ameliorate).

First one-hour treatment - $35 for GB locals. www.ameliorate.nz. Ph 027 487 2639.

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

MASSAGE and trigger point therapy for chronic muscular pain,

Collingwood Health Centre Physiotherapist: Anel Baker Mondays, and Thursday mornings Phone: 021 0534 337

• • • • • •

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 4 SEPTEMBER 2020

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FOR SALE / Hei hokohoko COTTAGE Plants Onekaka now open 10am-4pm, Wednesday -Sunday. New perennials released daily. Ph 525 9253.

LARGE house-lot rimu interior/exterior doors, French doors and windows. Ph 524 8310.

CURTAINS: triple woven for a thick washable, economical, thermal option, or a lovely print or linen with a liner attached for a super thermal option. Ph Imagine designs 027 440 0071, or call into our showroom at 96b Commercial St, Takaka.

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

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.

HOUSE truck, 1976 J4 Bedford, 4db1 Isuzu Bedford four -speed, reg on hold, beautiful cabin interior, one double loft, one single, shower, toilet, new paint job. $30,000 ono. Ph 027 522 7136.

BUFF Sussex laying hens, $35 each. Ph 525 8416.

TOYOTA Camry GL, 2007, ABS, side air bags, four-star safety, regular service, NZ new, 212,000km, new WOF. $4800 ono. Ph 027 335 4196.

DINGHY, 14-foot, on trailer, 30hp. $3200 ono. Ph 027 557 1097.

NISSAN Sentra 1997, current WOF, been reliable transport but needs radiator work. Offers wanted, please ph/txt 027 454 0766 or 027 446 9846 for details.

03 525 9113

Keep Dry & Comfortable Buy any pair of Boots, Shoes or Gumboots over the value of $50 and go into the draw to WIN a

Grisport Boot, Shoe & Glove Dryer ( RRP $84.99 )

We now offer a

Delivery Service *Charges apply

( one entry per transaction, on stocked items, offer expires 12.09.20 )

YOUR TEEN OFF TO THE BALL? Taking requests for wristlets, corsages and buttonholes NOW!

Ph 525 9868 or 027 928 3314 earthgemstakaka@gmail.com

PROPERTY AVAILABLE / Rawa watea FOR rent: Beautiful sunny four-bedroom house. Looking for a single lady to share with one other (lady) on Commercial Street.

Please phone Rodney 525 9265 for inquiries. References please.

FOR sale: Large property of 962sqm with a 190sqm house.

Situated within walking distance of Takaka schools and shops,

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

www.latitudehomes.co.nz

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.

Mon-Fri 8.30am-5pm, Saturday 9am-1pm 14

Contact your local Latitude Homes builder today:

021 0890 1830 | 0800 776 777 michael@latitudehomes.co.nz

PROPERTY WANTED / Rawa hiahia NEEDING a permanent home to purchase or rent, anything considered. New pharmacist to Takaka wanting to stay long term. Ph Sue 027 418 0083.

PROPERTY or land (max 6ha) within 30 minutes’ of Takaka.

Private, sunny, distant views. dth@slingshot.co.nz RENTAL from mid-October for approx six months. Professional, self-employed, 44 years, moving from Nelson. No pets, nonsmoker. Ideally: large one-bed (with work space/storage), selfcontained, semi-furnished with internet and phone coverage.

Takaka area preferred. Txt Trish 021 261 6267.

WANTING to buy: small home/cottage, one-two bedrooms, private, sunny, elevated, bush and garden surroundings.

Ready to purchase. Contact heathertwinsmith@gmail.com or ph 021 792 256.

WAITING for summer season to rent your vacation home?

Renting to me for a two-year period during Covid vacation

rental uncertainty would provide $57,600 guaranteed income.

I am a retiree. It would be just me renting. davidludlow1@gmail. com, ph 027 496 5628.

LAND WANTED: Long-time Golden Bay resident,

contractor, seeks a place to call home. Bare land up to $200,000 or with a dwelling up to $300,000. Location anywhere between Upper Takaka - Collingwood - Wainui. Low budget so I will consider anything from a quarter-acre section to a larger scrub or bush block, tricky access, rough terrain, logged over, mined or quarried, unconsented or derelict buildings...

Please email me with brief details of anything you may have.

All enquiries held in complete confidence. A small finders’ fee is offered for information leading to a purchase. goldenbaylandwanted@gmail.com

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.

COURTHOUSE CAFÉ, Collingwood. Open 7 days, 8.30am-2pm.

Pizzas on Friday nights. 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.

DE-LISH DELICATESSEN. Sumptuous, delicious food.

Lunches, catering, coffee, chocolate, cheeses and epicure items.

Weekdays from 6.30am. Ph 525 7111.

GARDEN SANCTUARY CAFÉ at Aroha Health Spa. Organic

EMPLOYMENT WANTED / Hiahia mahi DRIVER available, spotless P-class license. Ph Sage 525 7698.

SITUATIONS VACANT / Tūranga wātea

We’re your local

Garden décor Camping Fire pits BBQs

$155,370*

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

HEAD PROJECTIONIST & ASSISTANT MANAGER

NEW SUMMER STOCK ARRIVING DAILY!

this recently renovated house is ideal for a large family. It has four bedrooms, two bathrooms, study room, kitchen, large sunny living room and a big garage. $480,000 negotiable.

To arrange a viewing or for further information ph Miki 027 825 1531.

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CHURCH SERVICES ON SUNDAYS SACRED Heart Catholic mass is cancelled until further notice due to Covid-19.

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 Holy Communion at 10am. Rev Dr Don Fergus. Sermon: “When one or two of you are together because of me, you can be sure that I’ll be there.”

We now invite expressions of interest to fill an upcoming part-time permanent vacancy.

This position requires someone that is able to:

Kahurangi Christian Church

Ensure the efficient operation of all equipment associated with projection, auditorium and lobby Support other staff in projection functions Support the Manager and deputise as required

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

While full training will be given, the following skills and attributes are considered an advantage: • • • • • •

coffee, herbal teas, fresh juices, light meals and treats. Open Saturday and Sunday, 9.30am-1.30pm, 792 Abel Tasman Drive, Pohara.

MAD CAFE & RESTAURANT is open until next lockup.

Thursday-Sunday, 4-8pm and 11am-2pm Saturday and Sunday.

Coffee 24/7 when about.

OLD SCHOOL CAFÉ, Pakawau. Closed from Monday 7 September, reopening Friday 25 September.

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

TOTALLY ROASTED, Pohara. 9am-3pm, Thursday to Monday.

Closed Tuesday, Wednesday.

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.

Knowledge of Audiovisual (AV) Practical knowledge for minor repairs & maintenance Good people skills Self-starter Good computer skills Flexibility with working hours (on-call, evenings & school holidays). Working hours average 25/week and 35/week in the summer season. e-mail: movies@villagetheatre.org.nz

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.

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 GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 4 SEPTEMBER 2020

SPORTS RESULTS / Hua tākaro

Laters!

MAD Café

GOLF 25 August. Best nine stablefords: M Solly 24 , S Meredith & R Lash 21. Closest to pins: 3/12 and 9/18 S Meredith.

26 August. Stablefords: J Solly 38, R Young 35, D Win 34. Closest to pins: 3/12 L Davidson, 4/13 and 8/17 D Win, 9/18 M Dixon.

29 August. Match play pairs: R Heuvel and R Miller bt J Garner and R Davis 1up, J Riordon and B Win bt R Dyce and L Davidson 2 up. Malkeys: G Ritsma +9, L Trent +4, R Ancell -1. Closest to pins: 3/12 W Collie, 4/13 and 9/18 J Riordan,8/17 R Dyce. Twos 7/16: G Simpson, L Trent. Happy wanderer: W Collie. Best gross: N Moore.

HOCKEY Friday night turf fight was a goal heavy good time! Saturday was a great day for sport once more and the juniors led the charge with ferocity. Player of the day: Elvey Cottle. The bash and smash was a hoot. A nod to the sideline. The cheer squad made my day. Man of the match: Wouter the brick wall de Maat. RIP Kye’s fingers.

COLLINGWOOD

Back with LIVE MUSIC! This Saturday 5 Sept, 6pm

The Farewell Show by Dean Raybould

Enquiries ph 021 107 6312

31st August ~ 5th Oct

The Mussel Inn

2020

Coming Up...

Thur 10th QUIZ - all welcome, 7.30pm

SPORT / Hākinakina

Thur 17th ACID ON THE MICROPHONE-POEMS SONGS AND STORIES - open mic. Guest poet GARY ELFORD. 7.30pm, all welcome, koha entry

GB Football Club

Home Fixtures Saturday 5 September

TONIGHT

Wed 23rd FROM SCRATCH - percussion ensemble.

Tickets online

Live jazz for dinner

Thur 24th QUIZ - all welcome, 7.30pm

OCTOBER

10:15 Golden Bay 10th Grade 1 vs Waimea Plains 10th Grade

with

Sat 3rd LEMONGRASS

10:30 Takaka Takahe vs Nelson Suburbs FC Racers

Cass and Jochen

Wed 7th JENNY MITCHELL

10:30 Golden Bay Gladiators vs Nelson Suburbs FC Junior Mob

Thur 8th QUIZ - all welcome, 7.30pm

11:15 Golden Bay 10th Grdae 2 vs Nelson Suburbs FC Lokos

from 6-8pm

Sat 10th SWAMPTHING

13:00 Golden Bay AFC 2nd Div vs Nelson Suburbs FC Seals

Ph 525 8686 for bookings and takeaways

Tues 13th THE BETHS - Tickets online Thur 15th The JORDAN LUCK BAND - Tickets online

UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere

Sat 17th VOTE!!!

SATURDAY 5 SEPTEMBER

All gigs subject to the ways of level 2 until further notice

CASSEROLE AND VEGE LUNCH followed by a yummy pud, 12pm, $15pp. Motupipi Hall fundraiser. Also raffles, produce, baking for sale.

LOCAL FOOD SECURITY WORKSHOP SERIES, Takaka, 5 September, 18 October, 14/15 November. Ph Robina 022 066 8577, earthcarecommunity@gmail.com.

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

UPCOMING GIGS & EVENTS...

GB WEEKLY DEADLINE: noon on Tuesdays. Late fees apply until 4pm Tuesdays, if space is available. Paradise Entertainment and Collingwood On the Spot store are our agents or you can email us on admin@gbweekly.co.nz. Our office hours are Monday-Wednesday from 9am-5pm. See the website www.gbweekly.co.nz for advertising rates and to read the paper online.

Saturday 5th September

O & the mo dinner show Sat

5

Sun 6

WEDNESDAY 9 SEPTEMBER COSTUME HIRE open by appointment only until further notice.

Bookings: contact Linda Sharpe or Diane Langford, 525 8097.

Returns may still be made to Joan Fishley in Edinburgh Street.

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

Ph Kerry 525 7007, 027 525 7007.

Tuesday: Southwesterlies freshening for a time west of Collingwood. Mainly fine weather.

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.

THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 4 SEPTEMBER 2020

alanjahjah & de eggerlings $5

PLEASE WATCH OUR FACEBOOK PAGE FOR UPDATES ON EVENTS DURING THESE TIMES. Gourmet food & burgers, Open fire, Good beer, Good people

www.rootsbar.co.nz

TAKAKA FUELS & FISHING

WINTER CLOTHING

Proudly sponsors Golden Bay Tide Watch

2 Commercial Street, Takaka ꟾ Ph 525 7305

Valid from Friday 4 until Tuesday 8 September

Monday: Southerlies, gradually easing. Fine and briefly mild.

Saturday 19th September

Film information may be found at www.villagetheatre.org.nz

Golden Bay weather forecast

Sunday: Westerlies and scattered rain developing then clearing later as southerlies develop.

DIVAS ON DECKS

THUMBELINA // MAMADAFUNK // RASPONSIBLE $5

Bookings phone 525 8453

SENIOR CITIZENS MEETING, 2pm. Speaker: Sol Morgan organic gardening. All welcome.

Saturday: Northwesterlies. Occasional rain developing, then clearing as westerlies develop.

Friday 11th September

Wed 9 7.30 Britt-Marie Was Here (M) Thu 10 1.30 Matinee: Waves (R13) Drama, Romance 7.30 Shirley (M) Elizabeth Moss is Shirley Jackson Fri 11 4.30 23 Walks (M) Drama, Comedy 7.30 Britt-Marie Was Here (M) Sat 12 4.30 Shirley (M) (Final) Thriller *** Blast from the Past *** Sat 12 7.30 Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back (1980) PG Sun 13 4.30 The Lion in Winter (1968) (PG) 7.30 Waves (R13) (Final) Set in Miami Florida

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

Friday: Westerlies developing. Fine exept for some cloud in the west later.

BOOK YOUR TABLE FOR DINNER & LIVE MUSIC Show: 6pm - 8pm

NZ Mountain Film Festival: Kiwi Made (PG) Tickets $20 Pohutukawa Gallery $30 Fri & Sat 4.30 Britt-Marie Was Here (M) Comedy, Drama 7.30 NZ Mountain Film Festival: Best of Wanaka PG Tickets $20 Pohutukawa Gallery $30 Fri & Sat 12.00 Met Opera: Agrippina (PG) $34/29 ***Note change of start time – now 12pm*** 4.30 23 Walks (M) UK Romance 7.30 The King of Staten Island (R16) (Final) 7.30

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

info@goldenbayproperty.com

MANUKA HIDEAWAY HEADING AT PARAPARA

Ph: (03) 525 8800

RED HOT - YOU BET! 9 POHUTUKAWA PLC, PÓHARA

• Sleek entertainer’s kitchen & large open plan lounge & dining areas • 3 lge bds, master ensuite & WIR • Double internal car garaging • North facing = max. sunshine • Outdoor patio & BBQ area Ref: GB3794 $699,000 Paul McConnon 0275 042 872 or paul@goldenbayproperty.com

IN THE HEADING TREE TOPS OPEN HOME Sunday 1.00 - 2.00pm

1525 TAKAKA-COLLINGWOOD HWY, TUKURUA • • • • •

OFFERS OVER $740,000

Refurbished home - modern & feels like new, set on 1ha land, largely manuka covered 4 bdrms, or 3 bdrms & office, N-facing & spacious living, bthrm & dble garage Decks provide abundant sun & lovely garden outlook, seaview from high point Immaculate inside & out, ideal family home, <5 mins. drive to the beach Plenty of parking, chook house, couple of sheds Ref: GB3795

Annie Telford 027 249 1408 or annie@goldenbayproperty.com

LIFESTYLE & INCOME HEADING ON YOUR RADAR???

47 TATA HEIGHTS, TATA BEACH

With the most majestic view out over Tata Heights towards the western ranges, this property will attract those who love the Tata Beach vibe. Summer time here is an entertainer’s dream.

Enjoy evening drinks & bbq’s on the large deck, soak up the views & the last of the summer sun. The top floor is dedicated to spacious open plan living & with 3 bds & 2bths downstairs, it gives the family room to spread out. Call me. Ref: GB3793

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

JUST MINUTES TO TOWN!

136 TANGMERE ROAD, ROTOTAI

1815 TAKAKA VALLEY HWY • 5281m2: Lots of space for the kids • 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • 4-bay implement shed • Grazing, orchard & gardens • Perfect family home!

• Come & see at my Open Home Ref: GB3788 $630,000 Paul McConnon 0275 042 872 or paul@goldenbayproperty.com

$1.3m+GST (if any)

This 7ha lifestyle property is loaded with potential for a new owner! It has been run as an organic orchard, the property produces quality fruit from its hundreds of trees, including avocados, citrus & nut trees, just to name a few. Then there is the 3 bdrm house, a studio/sleepout plus accommodation attached to the large packhouse. Room for the extended family or syndicate group. If lifestyle & income are on your radar…….Ref: GB3760

James Mackay 027 359 0892 or james@goldenbayproperty.com

OPEN HOME Sunday 12.00 - 12.30pm

ABUNDANCE OF SPACE & VIEWS!

COMMERCIAL BUILDING INVESTMENT

1737 CWD-PUPONGA MAIN RD

29-31 COMMERCIAL ST, CBD

• Rural living on 4.9ha • Two storey brick & cedar home • 5bd, 3 bth, 2gge, 2 living areas • Sep. 2 bd cottage • Well fenced paddocks Ref: GB3679 $930,000+GST (if any) Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840 or belinda@goldenbayproperty.com

• The ‘Take Note’ Building • 1000m2+ retail space • Spread over 4 titles • Secure, long term tenants • All reports avail.

Ref: GBC3758 $1.6m+GST (if any) Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840 or belinda@goldenbayproperty.com

For 30 years DAFFODIL DAY has raised the awareness of cancer research & support for those in need.

Call us “First” for your FREE appraisal

If you are planning a new direction in the next few weeks & choose to exclusively list & sell your property with First National Golden Bay from now through to the end of September, not only will you receive an advertising package tailored to suit YOUR needs for YOUR property when you sell, we will gift you $500 of vouchers from local businesses of YOUR choice! We have some very happy clients who have taken advantage of this offer already.

We would love to help & we welcome your call anytime.

- The First National Team Living Local - Shopping Local & Supporting Our Community!

Sharon McConnon Sales Manager 0275 258 255

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Paul McConnon Salesperson 0275 042 872

Annie Telford Salesperson 0272 491 408

Thankyou to all the Volunteers, Daffodil Donors & our Community for your support with another successful fundraising campaign held in Golden Bay. Congratulations to raffle winners: Goodie Boxes - (Takaka) Kaye C., (Collingwood) Blake M., Floral Bouquet (donated by Teresa Brough) - Gay H., Redwood Bench (Donated By Angela & David Jacobsen) - Jones Thankyou all!!

Sarah-Jane Brown Salesperson 0274 222 577

James Mackay Principal / AREINZ / B.Com

027 359 0892

Belinda J Barnes Agent / AREINZ 021 236 2840

THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 4 SEPTEMBER 2020