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Summer events cancelled or threatened: Clockwise from top left, Kiwi Spirit Festival, A&P Show, Santa Parade, Tata Boat Race. File photos. JO RICHARDS

Summer may be on its way, but some of the Bay’s iconic events are being crossed off the calendar due to Covid-19. Uncertainties and complications caused by Covid-related restrictions have left many organisers with no option but to pull the plug. The cancellations announced so far include The Kiwi Spirit Festival and the Golden Bay A&P Show, but others, such as the Santa Parade and the Tata Titanic Cardboard Boat Race, are under threat. The first major cancellation, posted on 13 October by Kiwi Spirit Distillery, explained that its festival, scheduled for January, was reluctantly being called off. The inaugural Kiwi Spirit Festival, held in January this year, was a big hit, attracting over 1,000 guests, and it was slated to become an annual fixture. Distillery owner Terry Knight says it was a difficult decision but the prospect of policing

access was a major factor. “We didn’t want to be the first festival to have to enforce the rules.” Furthermore, the difficulty of maintaining social distancing in a large crowd of festivalgoers would make the event “unviable,” says Terry, who hopes the situation will eventually ease to allow the 2023 festival to go ahead. The week after Terry’s announcement, what was going to be the 125th Golden Bay A&P Show was axed. It was a big call; the Bay’s big day out survived the 1918 flu outbreak and has only been cancelled on a handful of previous occasions – all during World War II. “It wasn’t an easy decision,” says Golden Bay A&P Association vice president Noel Baigent. “But in the end it was quite unanimous.” Noel explains there was “too much uncertainty” about if, how, and when the Covid certificate system would be applied. “One of the biggest things was health and safety – trying to manage the vaccine passport, we

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thought, was going to be extremely difficult.” There was also uncertainty about how many of the 100 or so stall holders would attend, given the requirement to comply with Covid protocols. In addition, it was increasingly unlikely that the grandstand would be reinstated in time for the event, which would have severely dampened the anniversary show celebrations. On a more positive note, Noel says that the extensive planning already carried out will give the committee a head start in preparing for 2023’s big day out. “It will still be our 125th show.” The fate of two other iconic events, which traditionally bookend the summer holidays, remains in the balance, according to events manager Claire French. “The Santa Parade and Tata Boat race will need to be cancelled if we remain at Level 2... Continued on page 2

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The Government has an extensive reform programme. Alongside the Health, Education, RMA and Three Waters reforms, The Future for Local Government Review is also taking place. It is an independent Ministerial review to consider how New Zealand’s system of local democracy and governance will need to evolve. The review panel has recently released its interim report which sets out the broad direction and the key questions for the review. New Zealand has 78 local authorities which vary widely in territory, population and capacity – from large urban authorities, to district councils like our own serving small rural populations. The Local Government (LG) sector’s annual operating spending is $11.8 billion which represents about 4.8 per cent of New Zealand’s GDP, and total rates income represents about 2.6 per cent of GDP. There are more than 1600 elected members and 25,000 full-time equivalent staff. Local authorities are responsible for communities’ basic needs and they influence many aspects of our daily lives. Longstanding challenges for LG are well known and the report identifies many of them including the following: • Existing structures are not delivering for all in an equitable way • Poverty and environmental degradation are felt at a local level but councils don’t have “the levers” to enable significant improvement • Some authorities face significant funding and capacity issues, and all face onerous compliance and regulatory requirements • The relationship between local and central government is characterised by misunderstanding and mistrust and many councils see their relationship with central government as strained or virtually non-existent at a national level • Current processes do not ensure that diverse communities are adequately represented or involved in decisionmaking • It is difficult for local authorities to engage with and respond to the 30 or more government agencies • Local authorities are under constant pressure to manage growing demand while maintaining rates at levels that are acceptable to their communities • Central government imposes obligations on local authorities without... Continued on page 2

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COUNCIL MATTERS Continued from page 1 ...the means to fund those activities, frequently treating t h e m a s a g e nt s o f ce nt ra l government who can be expected to implement national policies. It is not difficult to imagine that generational transformation is needed to address these challenges, particularly given the impact on LG of the other reforms. And it’s not difficult to see how challenging it is for Local Authorities to be faced with the extent of the changes needed. There is a survey on the review website where you can offer your own views: https://futureforlocalgovernment. govt.nz. Draft recommendations will be produced in 2022. In my next column I’ll focus on some of the ways ahead that the panel are signalling in their “rethinking and reshaping local governance”.

COVID CUTS SUMMER CALENDAR Continued from page 1 ...[or higher] as we can only have 100 people attend. We are going to make this call on 1 December to give people time to make their boats and floats.” If the new Covid certificate regime is introduced by the end of this month, those events may be allowed to proceed, but the rules are yet to be finalised. “In terms of the traffic light system, it looks like we can run the events if we are in amber or green,” says Claire, who is awaiting clarification. “I have spoken to MBIE [Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment] and they do not have any further information on this or how it will look until the Government makes further announcements.” It’s not all bad news; Claire says the “Bring the Cheer” Christmas Eve event at the Rec Park Centre can still go ahead at Level 2 as the large, multi-space venue is able to accommodate a sizeable crowd. With even more space to operate, the traditional Takaka Dog Trials, due to be held over the final weekend in January, shouldn’t be affected, but Takaka Dog Trial Club secretary Ian Alach is not 100 per cent sure. “Who knows what the situation will be by dog trial weekend. I think a major breakout [of Covid-19] is likely and we have to be prepared for anything. So, we’ll wait and see.” Not all large gatherings have been called off. The Twisted Frequency Festival, planned for 30 December-3 January, is still selling tickets to its annual “eclectic music and arts event” held in the Cobb Valley, Upper Tākaka. This time around, according to information posted on their website, the festival organisers will participate in the Government’s new Covid protection scheme. “Like every other large event in NZ this summer, all attendees will require a vaccine certificate on entry to this event.” As the Government moves to implement a traffic light system designed to avoid lockdowns and provide certainty, the challenges facing most large events seem to indicate the opposite. Rather than green for go, it’s turning out to be more of a big red stop light.

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Despite a different mix of plants from last year’s fundraiser, sales were steady with funds raised surpassing the tally of 2020. Photo: Anita Peters. ANITA PETERS

Motupipi School’s second-ever Mega Spring Plant Sale, held on Saturday 30 October, was another huge success, raising in excess of $10,000. Principal Lisa Malones said that, despite using last year’s fair as a model, there were differences. “Certainly, our numbers weren’t as big, and I do think that Covid had a lot to do with that. But we were allowed to consider it to be a farmers’ market; we went through the Ministry of Health, where in Level 2 there are no restrictions for numbers. But we’ve been monitoring all the way through. We’ve been really responsible, even with the way we did the tills this year, with people lining up to pay. I thought everybody was great.” With scanning at both gates, where two full boxes of masks were both emptied, there was no dampening of springtime enthusiasm. People arrived before 10am with their boxes and baskets, geared up to shop. Plant sales were steady regardless of the different mix on offer.

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Takaka Hill The end may finally be in sight for the reinstatement of the Takaka Hill Road, with two lanes due to be open by the end of the year. During Oc tober, contractors working for Waka Kotahi New Zealand Transport Agency (WKNZTA) completed repairs to several sites along the storm-damaged stretch of the road. For some locations all that now remains is for line markings to be applied, while at others the list of tasks includes guardrail installation, pavement and barrier construction, and road surfacing. Some of this work requires the road to be closed overnight for a total of 10 nights. The planned 9pm5am weekday closures are scheduled for two periods of five nights - 22-27 November and 6-11 December. This month’s closure will allow paving and remaining wall works to be completed across all sites, while road mar k ing and remaining surface works will be finished a fortnight later. As for the best laid plans, the weather may yet disrupt the repair work, but if all goes well, there will be no more planned night road closures. Although routine traffic will not be allowed through during the planned closures, access is guaranteed for emergency services. Anyone who requires access over the Hill for night work or essential commitments, should make a request to WKNZTA by sending an email to takakahill@nzta.govt.nz or by phoning Kane Reihana on 027 886 4508. Birds Hill bump “bypass” On a smaller scale, motorists driving along SH60 near Waitapu Bridge will soon be able to drive around the Birds Hill bump, rather than wait at the traffic lights. According to WKNZTA senior network manager Phil Hamblin, work is currently being carried out to shift the road a few metres away from the unstable roadside bank with the intention of reinstating two lanes by early next week. This temporary diversion w i l l a l l o w W K N Z TA t o implement a longer term fix for the bumpy road, explains Phil. “This is not a permanent solution to the landslip above this site but will help for the short-term.”

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I would like say thank you to all the volunteers who visit the Golden Bay Health Centre rest home and spend their time entertaining or talking to the residents. As a relative of one of the residents I know how much pleasure it brings. Sometimes the organisation to visit is quite immense – particularly when Baerbel and Kris bring their horses. My thanks also to the rest home staff who accommodate these visitors with so much good humour and thoughtfulness. Lockdown is so challenging for managers and staff and residents in rest homes, and acts of kindness shown by all are just wonderful. Long may the musicians, horses, dogs and generous folks who give up their time continue their visiting tradition. Patsy Garrett

Losing control of liquid assets

So now the people (local governments) of NZ, distracted by Covid-19 vaccine disruptions, have been ordered to turn over control of their water to government without the promised right to have a say in the matter. This consolidation is essential if a government in deep debt should want to privatise it via a new Wall Street “investment vehicle”. Called a natural asset company, or NAC, the vehicle will allow for the formation of specialised corporations that hold the rights to the ecosystem services produced on a given chunk of land; services like carbon sequestration or clean water. These NACs will then maintain, manage and grow the natural assets they commodify, with the end goal of maximising the aspects of that natural asset that are deemed by the company to be profitable. The end goal being to extract near-infinite profits from the countries’ natural resource - in our case water. Wake up people of New Zealand before you find yourself paying BlackRock and Vanguard for your chemical-laden water. Read Water Wars to see where we’re headed. Bruce Dooley

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answers the concerns that have been voiced by both councils and individuals. Karen Brookes

Heartfelt belief

My heart goes out to those who stand to lose their jobs, freedoms and in some cases friends and family, for standing strong for what they believe. Thank you for your courage, integrity and strength – you are a beacon of light when all around is so very dark. Mark Shelly

Covid passport to the Bay

We the residents and ratepayers of Golden Bay must face facts. Modellers are describing a worst-case scenario in which Southern Region Health Boards could face as many as 40 new cases of Covid Delta per day. Our current health boards in the South Island would not be able cope with such an outbreak. I recall last week a press statement pointing out that Golden Bay had the lowest uptake of vaccinations. How on earth would our little hospital in Takaka handle this “worst-case scenario”? The Government keeps telling us to “stay safe, keep safe“. So, is it our duty as residents and ratepayers to do just that? If we have the ability to stay safe, we must do so. Can we take our own action to do this if government is unable? Yes, we can, by restricting or preventing the unvaccinated public from coming over Tākaka Hill. Question: Dare we collectively take such action, or leave it to our council servants? Reg Turner

Personal choice, collective responsibility

Do the mahi, get the treats. It is really that simple. Covid-19 doesn’t infect people based on their ethnic background, political opinions or religious beliefs. Therefore, it is absolutely essential for everyone who is of eligible age to do the right thing and get two simple jabs in the arm and to do it now, no matter where in the country you are. Covid-19 doesn’t wait around for anyone, and nor can we. If you are already vaccinated, please encourage others to do the same. And please, do it now. A popular social media post that was shared during the 2020 lockdowns said, “Your grandparents were called to war. You’re being asked to sit on the couch. You can do this”. Now, there’s an even better solution to the pandemic than sitting at home on the couch – getting vaccinated. Vaccination against getting a gunshot wound in battle wasn’t an option for our grandparents, but vaccination against the virus is an option for all of us. We can do this, New Zealand. In fact, we need to do this. For ourselves, for our whānau, for those who are compromised and cannot be vaccinated, for our tamariki aged under 12, for our wider community and for our country. Everyone in New Zealand has the right to make their own choice about getting vaccinated or not. It is your right to say no. It is your responsibility to say yes. Georgina Palmer

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wasn’t full due to Covid restrictions but that didn’t stop the group from having a marvellous time. The singing was dazzling, and the little kids were treasures. Poppy Hughes as big Alice, and Georgia Tinkler as little Alice, the pair were tremendous. The awesome caterpillar played by Ruby Markham, and the beautiful White Queen played by Zoe Hall also dressed and sang perfectly. Maggie Quin with her broad grin as the Cheshire Cat sang the song “We’re All Mad Here” spectacularly. And you can’t forget the Red Queen performed by Lily Cambel Micheal, along with her King, played by Louie Brown. Mmm… something’s cooking with the cook Aya Brown-Wright with Cora Flynn as the Duchach and her pig baby. The tea is brewing with the Mad Hatter performed by Olli Tinkler and his mate the March Hare. All in all, the night was unforgettable. Kyra Dooley, 11 years old

One of the reasons why Medsafe has not yet moved to full approval of the Pfizer vaccine in New Zealand is that, under New Zealand legislation, it is not possible to have different levels of approval for one vaccine or medicine. For example, Medsafe cannot grant full consent for the Pfizer vaccine for adults and maintain provisional consent for adolescents 12 to 15 years old (or younger age groups). In the United States, however, the US Food and Drug Administration has fully approved the Pfizer vaccine for individuals 16 years of age and older. The vaccine also continues to be available under emergency use authorisation for those aged 12-15 and for the administration of a third dose in some immunocompromised individuals. - Editor.

Thank you GB Weekly for your extra efforts this year. Keeping the Bay feeling connected and up to date in our fortunate circumstances is so important for all our wellbeing. And thanks for the information about vaccinations...without this we may have fewer activities and tourists to write about this summer! Nancy-Jean Bell

In our front-page article “Bay slow on vaccine uptake” (GBW 22/10) it was stated that all adverse reactions following immunisation with the Pfizer vaccine are reported to the Centre for Adverse Reactions Monitoring (CARM). In practice, it is unlikely that every single adverse reaction, especially those of a mild nature, are officially reported to CARM.

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Putting off the inevitable Covid spread by locking people away from loved ones is doing great harm to Aotearoa. The most precious moments in our human lives are shared in times of joyful celebrations and times of serious need at the bedside of sick or dying loved ones. The fact that our government has dictated who we can or cannot share with is nothing short of cruel and inhumane. For people to lose their ability to work due to refusing a vaccine that currently has only provisional approval, and for which the manufacturers have been given full indemnity, is despicable. New Zealand is not suffering from the virus, but it is suffering massively, as proven by every indicator, from the forced separations of human beings. Victoria Davis

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“It’s time to come together for a night of fun and entertainment, and to have a good laugh” says Racy Revue producer Inna Shvyrkova. The revue promises to be a good night out with a series of about 20 humorous skits penned by local and international playwrights. “The skits are modern and contemporary; we are resisting the Monty Python classics for the first time in the history of the drama society,” says director Hobie Mercer. The cast are a solid four weeks into rehearsals, and “it’s coming together”, says Inna. The production is a massive team effort comprising a producer, three directors and 15 actors. Director and actor Gary Bowden commented, “The great thing about a revue is that you [actors] get to jump into quite few roles,” adding that this develops acting skills. Many of the cast and crew are veterans of the Tākaka Drama Society. Gary Bowden has been involved (as an actor and director) in 32 productions. The revue’s co-directors Steve Wilkinson and Hobie Mercer bring additional years of experience in acting and directing to the table. The show is shaping up to be “hilarious, heart-lifting, pure total enjoyment!” says Steve. “As a director, it is a joy for me to see new people stepping up to be the part of our drama society.” Hobie advised, “Some of the skits are best suited to a ‘mature’ audience – perhaps over sixteen…with our main objective

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getting people out and about to enjoy their freedom”. Opening night, 11 November will see a reduced price for drinks, “so it makes sense to arrive early”, says Inna. Hot drinks, snacks and a cash bar will be provided at the Playhouse with proceeds put towards the ongoing support and maintenance of the Playhouse. 11,12,13,17,18,19,20 November, 7.30pm at The Playhouse, Park Avenue. Tickets from Pohutukawa Gallery, $15 adult, $10 members.

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Tell us your thoughts on Easter trading in Golden Bay

Tasman projects successful in first round of Infrastructure Acceleration Fund

It’s time to have your say on the proposed Easter Sunday Trading Policy for the Golden Bay Ward.

We have been invited to submit further proposals for three projects to the next stage of the government’s Infrastructure Acceleration Fund (IAF) process.

The Golden Bay Community Board is proposing that we introduce a policy enabling shops in Golden Bay to have the choice of whether or not to trade on Easter Sunday. If adopted, it is anticipated that it will be in place in time for Easter 2022.

We are seeking feedback on a draft Coastal Erosion Protection Structures on Council Reserve Land policy. This seeks to clarify the landowner approval process and considerations involved when private landowners want to build a coastal protection structure on a Council Reserve.

We welcome submissions until Sunday 5 December 2021. There will be an opportunity to speak to your submission in late January 2022.

The three Tasman projects to get through the first round represent 621 homes – 100 in Tākaka, 200 in Motueka and 321 in Wakefield.

Pick up a copy of the draft Easter Sunday Trading Policy at one of our service centres or libraries, or view it on our website, tasman.govt.nz/feedback.

Mayor Tim King said being invited to the next stage validates the successful partnership shared with developers and the Council. “The IAF is the funding catalyst enabling us to bring forward a number of developments to benefit the areas within our District hardest hit by the housing situation. "While we were unsuccessful with applications for other projects in the District, we are pleased to get through to the next phase for these three projects.”

Coastal erosion and its impact on coastal property owners is an emotive issue. It involves complex and sometimes, competing issues, including the potential erosion threat to people’s homes. This policy differs from the Coastal Management Project undertaken by our Environmental Policy team which has a broader application and looks at the options for responding to climate change whereas this policy has a specific focus on structures on Council Reserve land. This policy aims to try and provide greater clarity to applicants, such as Pākawau and Awaroa residents, on how to apply for such a structure to be built but also to provide guidance to the Council on whether to grant approval. This policy will ensure we consider all relevant matters consistently and transparently and that those seeking approval for such structures are aware of the issues involved and matters that need addressing. We’d like to have your input so the process provides clear guidance to applicants and identifies any factors we might have missed. Consultation is open between Monday 1 November and Friday 26 November. This will be followed by a hearing and decisionmaking process in December with the aim of making a final decision on the policy in February 2022. You can read the draft policy and provide feedback on our website or get a copy of the policy and feedback form from any of our service centres and libraries. Visit tasman.govt.nz/feedback.

Arts funding closing soon Our Creative Communities Scheme has funding available to help groups and individuals running arts projects in Tasman, but applications close Wednesday 10 November. Creative Communities provides funding to support community involvement in the arts – music, theatre, festivals, mural painting, outdoor sculptures, art in public spaces, kapa haka, singing, art workshops and more. For more information visit tasman.govt.nz/creative-communities.

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Managed by Kāinga Ora, the IAF is a contestable fund of at least $1 billion nationally, to allocate funding for key infrastructure to enable housing development within five years.

Rehome unwanted items with Second Hand Sunday The next Second Hand Sunday is coming up on 14 November, offering you the opportunity to pick up that highly prized freebie or rehome items you don’t need anymore. We have changed the start time based on public feedback from our most recent survey. This Second Hand Sunday will start at 9.00 am. If you have items you want to give away, simply register online to make sure you get onto the list of participating addresses, print off a poster and put it on your mailbox on the day and then put your items out at 9.00 am and see who comes by to collect them. You are responsible for taking in anything you put out that doesn't get taken away on the day. The list of participants will be available to download from our website or pick up from one of our offices from 12.00 pm, Friday 12 November. Please be a considerate collector; if you like the look of something, take the whole item. Don't deconstruct or take only parts of an item. The event will take place rain or shine. Remember to keep a safe distance from others and wear a mask when you are collecting items. This event will only go ahead at Alert Level One or Two. For more information and to sign up, go to tasman.govt.nz/shs.

The next stage will involve investigating all infrastructure demands, the comparative investment by landowners, links to transport and engagement with iwi. “We have until 16 December to furnish the extra information and make the Council decisions to bring forward planned investment to leverage the IAF funding. This decision may require a degree of consultation.” We will be working with developers to develop the proposals further and clarify the potential impact on the Council’s finances. Staff will discuss these with the Council before seeking formal approval of our proposals for submission in December.

COUNCIL HUI Under Covid-19 restrictions, meetings will take place in person and via Zoom video conferencing. Public forum presenters are required to present via Zoom. Visit tasman.govt.nz/meetingscalendar for details and the Zoom link. Golden Bay Community Board Tuesday 9 November, 9.30 am. Saxton Field Committee Wednesday 10 November, 9.30 am. Strategy and Policy Committee Thursday 11 November, 9.30 am. Motueka Community Board Tuesday 16 November, 4.00 pm. Community Grants Subcommittee Wednesday 17 November, 9.30 am. No public forum. Submissions Hearing Wednesday 17 November, 1.00 pm. Audit and Risk Committee Friday 19 November, 1.30 pm. No public forum. 21595 HotHouse Creative

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Former Collingwood Area School student Joshua Richards has just completed a two-year study programme at the University of Bern in Switzerland. Here he explains what life is like in a country where living with Covid-19 has become the norm. During the height of the Covid-19 pandemic The GB Weekly published a small piece describing my experience living in Switzerland (GBW 9/4/2020). Since then, bar a very strict and depressing winter lockdown throughout SEPTEMBER 2021 January and February caused by the rise of the Delta variant, Stoats this month 15 things have gradually begun Stoats YTD 171 to return to normal - for the Rats this month 67 vaccinated (although masks Rats YTD 891 remain compulsory in many environments). Vaccinations began to be administered in Switzerland during March of this year, and OCTOBER 2021 I received my second Pfizer Banana passion vines - mature 203,322 dose at the beginning of June. Banana passion vines - juvenile 472,050 Just about everyone who Old Man’s Beard 116,301 wanted to was vaccinated by Other pest plants and trees 224,071 end of July. Despite this ease All pest plants and trees total 1,015,744 of access to get vaccinated, Total controlled this month 10,311 however, there is a significant proprtion of the population which appears reluctant to get the jab. Currently only around 64 per cent of the Swiss population is fully vaccinated and the country still experiences almost 1,500 new cases per day. I find the low vaccination rate here surprising as, like New Zealand is proposing, Switzerland is on the verge of becoming a two-tier society. Once you are vaccinated in

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Switzerland you are issued with a permanent QR code. You must scan this QR code to enter public events, restaurants and bars, conferences, gyms, and some modes of transport. If you are not vaccinated, you are not allowed access without a temporary 48-hour QR code. This code can only be obtained by paying for a Covid test and returning a negative result. Unless you’re a hermit, it is very expensive to live as an unvaccinated person in Switzerland. The QR code system is simple, though, and it works, which means I am basically free to do what I like and explore this beautiful country. The system has been effectively replicated across Europe, which now allows freedom of

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Sowing seeds of hope around the world JOYCE WYLLIE

The guest speakers at Golden Bay’s 2021 Rural Women’s Day were Cisca and John Vlaming, who many knew from the years the Vlamings lived in Rockville. Arriving in Golden Bay from The Netherlands in 1981, they worked their way up from milking cows to owning their own dairy farm. They raised their children here and then “retired” 18 years ago to a small block at Upper Moutere, where they built a new home. They said that God, however, had plans other than retirement for them. A new chapter in their lives – teaching sustainable agriculture in Africa – is what John and Cisca spoke about with passion to the crowd of interested women. In 2007, Bright Hope World, a Christchurch-based Christian aid and development organisation, offered John and Cisca a chance to travel to Zambia to share dairy-farming and cheesemaking skills. Within two months they were living in Africa, passing on their knowledge and experience – John on the farm, Cisca in the cheese factory. The goal was to teach sustainability and raise funds within the country to contribute to the Bright Hope World partnerships. In time, the couple helped facilitate a system where local farmers could sell their milk directly to an international dairy company. The cheese factory closed and the farmers prospered. John and Cisca continued to travel to all corners of Africa, teaching villagers and refugees how to use what they have to grow food and rise above the poverty line. Bright Hope World is a small organisation with hundreds of partnerships operating in dozens of countries. All the people in the field are volunteers. They take a long-term approach to helping poor communities. Relief is supporting for weeks and months; rehabilitation takes years; development takes decades and reform takes generations. Partnerships with local people are key, and take time. Time to build friendship and trust, time to understand, and time to leave paternalistic thinking behind and learn from each other. John commented that “we in NZ are the best farmers in the world...in New Zealand, but not necessarily in Mozambique”. As part of the Foundations for Farming programme, developed in Zimbabwe, John and Cisca travelled throughout the developing world. The programme base has a school and farm with projects to improving techniques and crops like cassava. The main principles shared are minimal soil disturbance, mulching, moisture retention, composting and crop rotation. Timeliness is vital; with a very defined rainy season every day is precious. “No waste” is also important, especially for water and maximising the use of fertilisers. Last but not least is their motto: “Do it with joy”. The staple tool is the hand-held hoe as they have no mechanisation. The presence of monkeys, hippos and elephants means pest control can be tricky. Electric fencing is expensive, but one innovative solution is that elephants can be deterred by stringing wire to beehives. The couple says that here are plenty of challenges with snakes, spiders, different religions and tribes,

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John and Cisca Vlaming speaking at Rural Women’s day and promoting La Mai coffee. Photo: Joyce Wyllie.

but one surprising positive is from technology. SIM cards only cost NZ$0.50, meaning cell phones can be widely used to get information and the latest research easily, and provide safety, especially for women at night . John and Cisca have witnessed some failures, but have also seen spectacular successes with crop yields improving up to sevenfold. Villages have been transformed as individuals are lifted out of poverty and able to feed their families, and send children to school. The Vlamings train local people, who in turn train others, so it spreads from person to person and village to village. Work continues even with Covid restrictions on overseas travel. Back on their Upper Moutere farm, John and Cisca provide encouragement and support by phone, WhatsApp and email. When possible, John plans travel to new places to introduce the system and offer training. When asked why he keeps going back, he simply replied, “Always have an open heart to the needs of others.” The outcomes of their work are tangible and rewarding. John explains when he revisited one farm, a beaming mother-to-be emerged from her hut to hug him and say “Hunger no more”. Seventy-five per cent of the people trained in Foundations for Farming are women, so hearing about these experiences was a good way to celebrate Rural Women’s day. To finish their presentation Cisca had packets of La Mai coffee to sell, a premium quality, organic, ethically traded, coffee now replacing Thai opium plantations, see www.lamai.co.nz Rural Women’s Day is recognised on 15 October every year. Golden Bay Rural Women gather for lunch to celebrate women in rural areas, locally, nationally and overseas.

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GOLDEN Bay Community Health Te Hauora o Mohua Trust, will hold its AGM on Monday 8 November at 1.30pm at the Community Centre rooms, 88 Commercial St, Takaka.

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GOLDEN Bay Community Board meeting, Tuesday 9 November. Meeting starts at 9.30am with public forum, which will be held via Zoom due to Covid-19 Alert Level 2 requirements. A Zoom link and agenda is available online at www.tasman.govt.nz/ my-council/meetings/meetings-calendar

GOLF 26 October. 4th Woods - Stableford: C Gilbert 33, S Meredith 32. Closest to pins: 3/12 S Meredith, 9/18 S Rosser. 27 October. Stableford: G Ryan 38, P Milne 36, J Solly 35. Twos: R Young, N Barnes. Best gross: N Barnes. 30 October. Tui Cup final: R Davis bt R Miller 3/2 . Match Play Pairs semi-final: L Davidson and R Dyce bt G Bradley 5/4. Bisque Bogey - W Dobbie +4, R Heuvel +4, P Milne +3. Twos: A Bradnock, J Garner, R Dyce. Happy wanderer: A Gourdie -5. Best gross: A Gourdie79.

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GB Gun Club AGM, 3pm Saturday 20 November at the clubhouse, 77 Pupu Springs Road. For information ph Doug 027 525 8304. MOHUA Menz Shed inaugural AGM at GB Community Centre 88 Commercial St Takaka, Wednesday 10 November. Election of officers, hear about projects and progress.

PUBLIC NOTICES / Pānui a whānui AL-ANON: Are you affected by someone else’s drinking? Weekly meetings, 1.30pm Monday at the Catholic Hall. All welcome. Ph 0508 425 2666. PATTISONS SWIMMING LESSONS. 4 and 5 December. Excellent swimming tuition for five-year-olds and up at the heated Rockville Pool. Four lessons for $47. Ph Jordy 03 548 0932.

“Sincere thanks to all our generous sponsors.”

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

ALCOHOLICS Anonymous, open meeting, all welcome. Thursdays 7pm, 94 Commercial Street. Hall behind the Catholic Church. Ph 0800 229 6757. FRESH FM needs your help. 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. GB WEEKLY: Stitch ‘n Sew, Tākaka and Collingwood On the Spot store are our agents. Or email us: admin@gbweekly.co.nz. Office hours are Monday-Wednesday, 9am-5pm.

Proposed Easter Sunday Shop Trading Policy for the Golden Bay Ward The Golden Bay Community Board is proposing that Council introduces a policy that enables shops in Golden Bay to have the choice of whether or not to trade on Easter Sunday. The proposal is made in accordance with the Local Government Act 2002 and Shop Trading Hours Act 1990. Public consultation on the proposed policy will take place from 8.00 am Friday 29 October 2021 until 4.00 pm Sunday 5 December 2021. We’d like to have your input before the Board makes a final recommendation to Council on whether shops should be allowed to trade on Easter Sunday or not. We welcome submissions from any interested person or organisation on any aspect of the proposed policy. You can read the Draft Easter Sunday Trading Policy on Tasman District Council’s website, or get a copy from any of our service centres and libraries. You can submit feedback online at tasman.govt.nz/feedback, in writing or by filling out the form and sending it to info@tasman.govt.nz, dropping it in to one of our service centres or libraries, or by posting it to: Golden Bay Easter Trading Tasman District Council Private Bag 4 Richmond 7050 A meeting to hear submissions will be held in late January 2022. If you would like to speak to your submission, please indicate this and provide your contact details, including phone number, on your submission.

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“Alan’s Shed Sale” on the property of Mrs Nancy Heyes 58 Hamama Road Friday 12 November 2021 commencing at 11am Wooden wool press Workshop sink bench Wooden double sliding doors with tracks Collection of old records Hat box Two off-white single-glazed windows (2400x1000mm) Numerous farm shed tools Fishing gear Electric fence reels and standards Electric fence gear Scrap lead and copper Spinning Jenny and wire Hayes strainers Crowbar Bolt cutters Handsaws Timber clamps Two Senco nail guns (older) Husqvarna chainsaw 36 Husqvarna chainsaw 450 Jacks Skilsaw Drills Grinders Compressor Battery charger Cordless drill Grease guns Assorted garden tools Boxes bolts and nuts Two bench vices Ring spanners and sockets Saw bench

Wooden planes Drill bits Shotgun shot maker Screwdrivers etc Older trunk Old chain harrows Homemade sheep trough Alkathene pipe Waratahs Household gear: Lounge suite Dining suite Piano Coffee table and drawers Hardcover books Patchwork fabrics Small TV Two king single wool duvets Two butterfly quilts Child’s desk Wall unit Two king single beds and mattresses Outside entries to date: Oxyact gauges, hoses, handpieces Single-phase metal power hacksaw Five electric fence reels 50 electric fence standards Tow-behind motorbike sprayer Walco Allspread 6.75 fertiliser spreader Palm kernel s/s trough 100mx20mm alkathene pipe Round bale self feeder

Terms are strictly cash or direct credit. No EFTPOS facilities on site. GST exclusive - 15% is added to the purchase price. Email: info@tasman.govt.nz Website: tasman.govt.nz Phone: 03 543 8400 10

Further outside entries are still being accepted

All enquiries: Craig Taylor 0274 357 437 PGG Wrightson Ltd Auctioneers, Takaka/Nelson

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Film information may be found at www.villagetheatre.org.nz Bookings now available online too

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SITUATIONS VACANT / Tūranga wātea CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE. Golden Bay Visitor Centre is looking for a motivated, energetic and efficient team member to join the fun over summer on a fixed-term contract. Your ability to offer great customer service and sell the delights of the bay is your key responsibility. Being able to work under pressure is important alongside having excellent computer and telephone skills. We want to know what you love about Golden Bay and your knowledge for all the amazing things that are on offer for visitors, families and international travellers that come here every year. Please apply by emailing a cover letter and your updated CV to manager@goldenbaynz.co.nz or drop in to see Jasmine Polglase. Applications close Monday 16 November.

Part-time position rostered three-four days per week, including Saturdays during summer. Applications close Sunday 14 November. Email Julia at pharmacyapplicants123@gmail.com or ph 021 128 0074. CAREGIVER wanted, two mornings a week, 3km from town. Must have a driver’s license. Ph 525 8890.

Wanted: Two Part Time Courier Drivers Are you fit, well organised, have good time management & people skills? Work well under pressure? Able to pass both drug & MOJ tests? Hold a full, clean driver’s license? Able to lift 20+kgs?

WE are seeking a bright and outgoing retail assistant to join the team at Golden Bay Pharmacy. Duties include: healthcare and beauty sales, passport photos, ear piercing, stock control, gift wrapping, stock presentation and prescription collection.

If you have answered yes to these & are interested then our team needs you! Please apply by email to Livvy, with a Cover Letter & Copy of your CV to: sdmckeeholdingsltd@gmail.com

Job Vacancies

Warehouse Assistants We’re seeking positive, fit, enthusiastic people to join our dynamic Warehouse team in Collingwood for Aotearoa’s favourite online natural health & wellbeing store. Key tasks include picking and packing orders and receiving plus replenishing stock in a friendly, high-energy team environment. These roles are ideally suited to people who can work on a rotating roster between 6.30am - 3.00pm or 2.30pm-11.00pm. To request a job description and application form; or to send your CV and cover letter, please contact: recruitment@healthpost.co.nz Applications close Monday 29th November

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We accept applications throughout the year!

Orchard Supervisor

We are looking for an Orchard Supervisor to join our Kiwifruit Orchard Team near Takaka. This is a full time, permanent position. ABOUT THE JOB

Looking to make a difference in your community?

Working in our Kiwifruit Orchard based near Takaka, you will be:

Perhaps you are interested in joining our growing team. The following roles are currently available:

• Leading and motivating your team who are from various cultural backgrounds • Training your team, developing their orchard skills to ensure a high standard of quality and quantity of work is achieved • Communicating progress with Orchard Managers • Keeping accurate records, including timesheets.

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• Experience in the kiwifruit horticulture industry would be an advantage • Experience in training and supervising teams • Great communication skills with the ability to engage with a wide range of people • Excellent planning, organisational and time management skills • Computer skills with the ability to use online timesheets and basic spreadsheets • Good level of physical fitness • An understanding of health and safety in the workplace • A legal right to work in NZ as defined by Immigration NZ, and currently in New Zealand • NZ full driver’s licence

If you are an enthusiastic, hard-working and positive person, then one of these roles could be for YOU!

Application close: OPEN until filled! TWM National DBT Service – 163 Commercial Street TWM Community Mental Health Service – 34 Motupipi Street TWM Employment Service – 84 Commercial Street

Machinery Operator

We are looking for a Machinery Operator to join our Kiwifruit Orchard Team near Takaka. This is a full time, permanent position.

Part-time permanent position available:

ABOUT THE JOB Working in our Kiwifruit Orchard based near Takaka, you will be: • Responsible for orchard activities such as mowing, mulching and spraying • Communicating progress with Orchard Managers • Keeping accurate records. ABOUT YOU • Tractor and Machinery operating experience with mechanical aptitude • Experience in using agrichemicals with Growsafe certification is preferable however training can be provided for the right person. • Strong communication, time management and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise. • Good level of physical fitness • Flexibility to work extended hours including weekends when required. • Forklift experience preferred however training can be provided. • Basic computer skills • An understanding of health and safety in the workplace • A legal right to work in NZ as defined by Immigration NZ, and currently in New Zealand • NZ full driver’s licence

Site Coordinator

We’re seeking a versatile and industrious admin to coordinate day-today facilities upkeep and support our team and environment to continue to function smoothly and safely. With 80-odd team members on-site, and a focus on continual operational improvement, there’s plenty in this role for the right person to get stuck into, with the potential to grow the role over time. You will need to have strong organisational, leadership, and communication skills, be practical and efficient, physically fit (for light building upkeep), solution-focused and able to work autonomously. Key responsibilities include:

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Responsible for coordinating site maintenance, repairs, contractors, and team events Champion Health, Safety & Wellbeing Support projects, business admin and the management group

This permanent part-time role is based on-site at our Collingwood premise with potentially somewhat flexible working hours. To request a job description and application form; or to send your CV and cover letter, please contact: recruitment@healthpost.co.nz

Mower/Spray Operator Delta is your smart thinking infrastructure specialist. We construct, manage and maintain essential energy and environmental infrastructure. We make communities better for people to live, work and play in - keeping the lights on, the trees trimmed and the parks green. The role: We have a vacancy for an experienced Mower/Spray Operator in the Golden Bay region. Responsibilities include: • Operating large tractors with mowing attachments • Trimming roadside vegetation • Spray rig for roadside chemical control • Ride-on mowing • Weed eating • General environmental maintenance • Basic mechanical maintenance of plant The successful candidate should have at least 2 years’ experience with ride on mowers in a contract environment and basic mechanical knowledge, as well as an HT License. If this sounds like you, and you are interested in joining Delta, we want to hear from you. Apply online now at www.thinkdelta.co.nz/join

Applications close 15th November

Please contact 027 739 1387 THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 5 NOVEMBER 2021

SITUATIONS VACANT / Tūranga wātea Tākaka Primary School Positions available: various positions Learning Support Assistants, hours and days negotiable for the right people. Takaka Primary School seeks child-centred, bi-culturally focussed people who will lead and learn alongside tamariki and adults in a school that places well-being and relationships front and centre. The successful applicants are already on or willing to be on their Te Reo Māori journey and completely committed to Te Tiriti Partnership. Start date January 2022. All applicants to email, and include CV if you have one, or to arrange an informal visit to the school: postie@takakaprimary.school.nz Applications close Wed 17 November.

TRADES AND SERVICES / Mahi a ratonga ELECTRICIANS. Fuse Electrical Golden Bay. Ready to solve all your electrical needs. Ph Thomas 525 9300, 027 788 8500.

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

ELECTRONICS repairs: Cell phones, computers, radios, TVs, HiFi and more! Ph 027 246 2432. ELEMENTAL Design and Build: New builds, renos, refits, alterations. Environmentally-conscious builders specialising in natural builds. www.elementalbuild.nz, ph 022 087 6396, hello@elementalbuild.nz FREEVIEW satellite TV. Ph 027 246 2432. FUNERAL directors, Matuku Funerals. Cremation, regular and eco-burials. Professional, caring and budget conscious with exceptional customer service. Proud member of the FDANZ. Laura and Mark Manson, East Tākaka, ph 525 7399, 027 777 4738, 027 525 7399.

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

GARDENING services. Weeding, planting, light pruning, lawn mowing. Ph Maddy 022 170 1861. GARDENING services. Ph Carlos 027 751 9730.

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

12-month fixed term:

Procurement Coordinator We’re seeking a proactive individual with strong computer skills and a knack for numbers and detail to join our dynamic procurement team. Key responsibilities include: • • •

Coordinating with suppliers and internal teams to facilitate the smooth & efficient onboarding of products. This includes pricing, forecasting, and the loading of product data. Supporting the Contact Centre & Marketing teams with product enquires. Assessing and confirming promotional offers and monitoring promotional stock.

Previous experience with ERP (NetSuite, Oracle, SAP or similar) systems would be helpful. Prior procure-to-pay, purchasing or other relevant commercial experience would be ideal. Knowledge of any of supply chain, online retail, inventory management, marketing and the NZ natural wellness marketplace would be a bonus. To request a job description and application form; or to send your CV and cover letter, please contact: recruitment@healthpost.co.nz Applications close Monday 29th November

GOLDEN BAY DIGGER HIRE 1.7 tonne. Ph 027 713 0684. GOLDEN Bay Storage, Tākaka. Dry, safe, secure, alarmed, insurance approved. Furniture trailer available. Ph Marg 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. HELPING HANDS ph 525 6226. Te Whare Mahana Supported Employment. Lawnmowing, line trimming, garden maintenance, riparian planting, scrub-cutting, gutter cleaning, recycling, pothole repair, waterblasting, window cleaning, house moves. How can we help? KRW Contracting. Tiling, Ardex licensed waterproofing applicator, blocklaying and bricklaying. Ph Ken 021 307 019. No job too big, no job too small. LAWNMOWING. Pakawau, Bainham, Tākaka to Wainui. Ph N Shaw 525 7597, 027 212 4020. niallshaw_6@hotmail.com LAWNMOWING, www.goldenbaypropertyservices.co.nz, ph 027 690 0769.

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 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 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.

ARCHITECTURAL design, residential housing. Ph Peter Fersterer 525 8132. BLINDS blinds blinds. Duettes by Luxaflex “Beauty is in the detail”; roller blinds in blockout, sunscreen and translucent; Lumishade. Luxaflex have been making blinds for over 60 years and products have a five-year guarantee. Ph Tracey, Imagine designs, for a free professional measure and quote 027 440 0071. 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/property design, edible landscaping, soil testing, garden mentoring. Sol Morgan, GroWise Consultancy, ph 027 514 9112.

Computer/Smartphone Sales and Repairs. Supporting all Windows and Apple products. Conveniently located on Commercial Street or available by appointment ph 03 525 8371. 12

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ORANGE Rentals have rental cars, trailers and a furniture trailer available for hire. Ph 027 337 7147.

Specialised Accounting

PAINTER available, call Borrelli Painting for a free quote. All interior/exterior jobs. Ph Luca 022 086 1842.

Unbeatable Professional Qualifications Experience & Service

PAINTING and interior, exterior plastering. Licensed qualified local tradesman. Ph CM Coatings 027 222 0507. 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. 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 (Tākaka). Ph Cheryl at Orange Mechanical Ltd 525 9991. STUMP grinding specialist. Tree care and property maintenance. Ph Carl 027 263 5353. SURVEYING: topographical survey, construction and building set out, boundary location. Ph Alexis 021 0239 1364.

TĀKAKA Garden Services, for all your lawn and garden needs. Ph 027 525 8006 or 525 8806. TĀKAKA Self Storage, Commercial Street. Units and containers. Secure yard with cameras. Ph 525 6181. WINDOW cleaning. Ph Willem 022 134 1726.

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

03 525 9919 julie@warnassociates.co.nz 23 MOTUPIPI ST TAKAKA 7110, GOLDEN BAY

www.warnassociates.co.nz

HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora AROHA Health Spa. Massage: deep tissue, relaxation and clinical; structural bodywork, myofascial release, infrared sauna, spa bath, facials, holistic health and more. Open from 9.30am onwards. Closed Monday and Tuesday. 792 Abel Tasman Drive, Pōhara. 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. 2021 Masters series. Practitioner Anne Michell. Ph 525 8733 or 027 751 7970. Dr Bruce Dooley, MD. Private GP consulting. Intravenous vitamin C treatments. Appointments ph 525 7125 or enquire: health@drdooley.co.nz 14 Junction Street (side door)

ERICA van Sint Annaland Physiotherapy, Golden Bay Community Health. ACC and private visits. Ph 027 776 6111. JAN Jackson, emotional health specialist. Stress, anxiety and trauma release for lasting change. Ph 021 194 8870. LISA Williams, registered medical herbalist, iridologist, Reiki master, reflexology, herbal apothecary. www. goldenbayiridology.com Ph 525 6150, txt 027 451 9797. MASSAGE AND REIKI. Emma Sutherland (Ameliorate). First one-hour treatment $40 for GB locals. www.ameliorate.nz. Ph 027 487 2639. THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 5 NOVEMBER 2021

12 Lake Crescent, Takaka

PINK Friday

We challenged local groups to go PINK last Friday for Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the result was amazing!! We raised $381.70

New Listing/Open Home For Sale: Deadline sale closes 2pm, 18th November 2021, unless sold prior. Open Home: Saturday 6th November 2021 12pm-12.30pm CONVENIENTLY LOCATED WITH RURAL VIEWS Offered for sale for the first time since being built in 1966. The one and only owner has absolutely adored living here and has seriously created an incredible family home and garden which has secluded rural views. When it comes to convenience, Lake Crescent is just the spot, located a short walk to town, schools, beautiful Lake Killarney and lawn bowls are just around the corner! The impressive gardens are established and specifically planted with indigenous trees to create shade in summer and maximize passive sun rays entering the home during winter, very clever! The three-bedroom stucco home and single garage are crafted from native timber and have been well maintained over the years, she's built to last. A refreshed kitchen with plenty of storage makes cooking for the whole family a breeze. Call Sam now for further information or view at the upcoming open homes. Deadline sale closes 18th November 2021, unless sold prior.

Winners of the Pink Hamper

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

PROPERTY AVAILABLE / Rawa watea

PROPERTY WANTED / Rawa hiahia MATURE single male looking for permanent accommodation. Have references. Ph 020 4120 0710.

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LANDLORD INFORMATION EVENING

Are you a DIY Landlord here or elsewhere in NZ? See us as your PROPERTY MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS Come along to our free 1-hour obligation free session to get your questions answered, expand your knowledge and get equipped to face all the changes that the rental sector is experiencing.

KNOW US BEFORE YOU NEED US 6.30 PM || THURSDAY 25TH NOVEMBER REC PARK CENTER || RSVP ESSENTIAL || 03 525 7219

HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora MASSAGE and Bowen therapy. Ph Thomas 022 160 9101. MASSAGE: relaxation, sports, deep tissue. Lymphatic drainage for detox, immune support, oedema. 26 years of experience. Ph Paul 027 772 7334.

TAKAKA - 653 Long Plain Road

Closing 2.00pm, Thursday 18 November 2021

Sheep/Beef/Deer/Finishing Property 653 Long Plain Road is a versatile property currently breeding and finishing beef, sheep and deer. 212 Hectares with approximately 128ha effective in two levels with around 50ha of alluvial river flats and the balance in pakihi terrace. Approximately 8km to Takaka for all services. Contact Doug for further information.

Doug Smith M 027 543 2280

www.pggwre.co.nz/NEL34804 Helping grow the country

PGG Wrightson Real Estate Limited, licensed under the REAA 2008

HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora Energy readings with Master Reader Nate

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NATURAL Nail Care Studio. Manicures, pedicures, specialising in natural non-toxic products, nail restoration and difficult nail conditions. Ph/txt Amy Anderson 020 4079 0646.

Grant Watson

TRANSMISSIONS of light with Vicki Lawson. Pohara. Ph 027 525 9944.

Collingwood Health Centre at Collingwood Area School

Britta Spoentjes · 0220864394 · crystalclinicnz@gmail.com

Manipulative Physiotherapist

Mondays, and Thursday mornings Ph: 027 370 6472 Email: wattie18@outlook.com Providing Golden Bay with: Professional, Diagnostic, Clinical Physio & Massage Therapy services ACC registered Provider

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

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HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora T.H.R.I.V.E Therapies:

Naturopathy, Colon Hydrotherapy, Hair Analysis Testing, Herbal Medicine, Reflexology, Iridology, Detox & Rejuvenation Programs, 8-week Microbiome Reset Protocol Naturally Boost Innate Immunity

Shanti: 021 056 7548 or at Aroha Spa 525 8870 thrive.therapies@gmail.com | www.thrivetherapies.co.nz

FOR SALE / Hei hokohoko

CURTAINS and blinds. Call in to Imagine designs showroom next to GB Glass. We have a large range of fabrics from all the main textile houses in New Zealand, something for all budgets, from velvets and linens to floaty sheers. There Are A Few Herrings In The Patarau: Stories from Mangarakau/Anatori as recollected by local identity Harry Richards, growing up and farming in the Patarau area. Ph Les (Nobby) Clark 525 8009. TIMBER to be milled any day now at Onekaka Woods. Subject to weather and when mill turns up. Redwood, blackwood, ash. Up-to-date information on GB Noticeboard on Facebook, ph 525 9422.

SPECIAL NOW $39.99 RRP $79.99

Chiropractor Healing with Grace

29 Commercial St Takaka

Inga Schmidt

021 180 7789

www.healthfocus.co.nz ACC registered

Gift Vouchers Available

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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. Live music - check out our Facebook page for details. COURTHOUSE CAFÉ, Collingwood. Still open 7 days, 8am3pm. Saturday nights are pizza nights, 5-7pm, dine in or take away. 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, 9am-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. OLD SCHOOL CAFÉ, Pakawau. Open 4pm-late Friday; 11amlate Saturday, Sunday. Closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday. Ph 524 8457. O’SHA, open Tuesday-Sunday, lunch 11.30am-2.30pm and dinner 5-8.30pm. Ph 525 6117. THE MUSSEL INN. Open from 11am. TOTOS CAFÉ AND PIZZERIA, open Sundays, weather permitting, 10.30am-5pm. Ph 039 707 934, Totaranui hill. WHOLEMEAL CAFÉ, open 7 days for dine-in meals and takeaways, 7.30am-3pm.

GALLERIES / Whakakitenga FAIRHOLME Gallery, wild basket exhibition and sale, Sunday only 10am-4pm or by appointment. Ph 525 9373.

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

FOR SALE / Hei hokohoko GARAGE sale. Toiora Close, Rototai, Saturday 6 November, 8.30am-12.30pm. Books, clothes, tools, household items, new baby bibs. LATEX single luxury bedset, bike, umbrella with stand, backpack. Txt Diane for details 021 048 4135. FIREWOOD. Delivering next year’s wood now. Douglas fir, beech and gum. Ph Bay Firewood 027 769 6348. WINDOW repairs. At home or work. Ph Golden Bay Glass 525 7274. 96 Commercial Street. BUILDING or renovating? AES Wastewater Treatment system: 14

Sunday Service 10am

All Welcome ☺

Pastor: Rodney Watson 027 511 4266 93 Commercial St, Takaka www.godunlimited.org Ph: 525 9265

LEARNING / Akonga / Huarahi ako/mahi

Christmas Hand-Craft Workshop Wednesdays 7 - 9pm from 10th November for 6 weeks Limited to 10 places - book your spot now

For more information please contact Anita at

Stitch ’n Sew, 71 Commercial Street, 525 8177

UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere SUNDAY 7 NOVEMBER SUNDAY DEATH CAFÉ: casual conversation over tea and cake to normalise our demise. See display advert. 1-3pm, upstairs at the Wholemeal Café. For info email quinnsack@yahoo.com

TUESDAY 9 NOVEMBER

FAERY SCHOOL AND PLAYGROUP welcomes ages 0-8, all genders, and parents. Every Tuesday 9.30am-12.30pm at the Community Gardens Earth House for the school term. Facilitated by Bella, a qualified Steiner educator. Natural toys, music, songs, story telling, puppet shows, bread making, garden adventure. Bring fruit to share. $5.

Golden Bay Health Centre, 12 Motupipi St

BTSM, RMT MNZ

Isaiah 26:3

Takaka Church of Christ

BADMINTON, REC PARK CENTRE, 7-9pm. All welcome. Ph Kerry 525 7007.

MSc (Chiro), DC, MNZCA

Grace Shields 021346642 ♥ 5258106

“You give perfect peace to him whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You’.

No power, 20-year warranty, supplying NZ from Golden Bay. www.et.nz, ph 525 9020.

SACRED Heart Catholic faith community celebrates Mass at 5pm each Sunday. Covid restrictions apply. ST Andrews Presbyterian Church invites you to join with us for morning worship at 10am. Dave Martin.

Kahurangi Christian Church KCC friends and whanau are currently meeting in private homes on Sunday mornings during level 2. For more information contact Robin and Lauren Swafford 524 8498 or Rowan Miller 021 106 8461.

GB WEEKLY DEADLINE: noon on Tuesdays. Email: admin@ gbweekly.co.nz

WEDNESDAY 10 NOVEMBER COSTUME HIRE. Closed 10 and 17 November. After hours ph Diane 525 8097, evenings. ŌNEKAKĀ PLAYGROUP, all welcome, Wednesdays 10am12.30pm, Onekaka Hall.

THURSDAY 11 NOVEMBER DAYTIME BADMINTON, Rec Park Centre, 9-11am. All welcome. Ph Kerry 525 7007. SENIOR CITIZENS ASSOCIATION meeting will be held in the Senior Citizens’ hall at 2pm. Speaker: Mr Gubby Rillstone on deep sea fishing. ARMISTICE DAY COMMEMORATION, see ad next page. RACY REVUE, drama production, begins tonight. See article and ad on page 6 of this issue.

Conservation Volunteer Calendar Keen to make a difference to Golden Bay’s environment? Check out conservation volunteer opportunities for November: Farewell Wharariki Healthpost Nature Trust Contact marian@farmside.co.nz for further details of the opportunities below or if you would like to help with trap lines during Nov/Dec.

Tuesday 9 November Plant releasing Wharariki wetland gully. Meet 10am Wharariki overflow carpark. Bring gloves, grass/ hedge clippers (if possible), lunch and water.

Thursday 25 November Myrtle rust field day Wharariki already has some myrtle rust – come and learn how to recognise, monitor and manage the risk of spread. Time and further details to be advised. If you would like your December conservation volunteer event advertised in this column please email:

projectmohua@tet.org.nz by Monday 22 November THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 5 NOVEMBER 2021

Telegraph Hotel and NZ Deerstalkers' Assoc. Golden Bay Branch

The Mussel Inn

Takaka Mounted Rifles .303 Shoot

Coming Up...

9.30am Sunday 14 November 2021 NZDA Range, Balck Road, Pupu $30 per shooter

Sat 6th ANDREW LONDON DUO - 7.30pm, $20, limited seating, best to book!

Enter at the Telegraph or Takaka Fuels and Fishing     

Open sight .303 rifles only No target rifles 20 rounds, limited to 40 shooters Lunch provided Range will be open for practice Saturday 13th 1-4pm

Thu 18th QUIZ- 7.30pm. Book your team table now! Sat 20th ADAM MCGRATH from the EASTERN Thu 25th LIVE POETS/ACID ON THE MICROPHONE Guest poet - BEN BROWN - 7.30pm

For info ring Colin 0210 239 2339 or Doug 027 525 8304

Sat 27th TESS LIAUTAUD BAND + NICK FEINT

Proceeds to the Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter

COLLINGWOOD RSA

Golden Bay RSA

Classified: .303 Shoot 9.30am NZDA Range, Balck Road. $30 per shooter. Ring Colin 0210 239 2339 or Doug 027 525 8304 for information.

MENS BREAKFAST

Invites members and the public to a commemorative wreath laying ceremony at the Memorial Park in Commercial Street

Saturday,6th of November—8:30am Inviting all men to partake in some good food and good company.

Come hungry, leave full.

Gold coin donation

Guest speaker.

We look forward to seeing you at the Saturday market and on our home deliveries around Golden Bay, Tasman and Nelson.

11am 2021 11am 11th 11th November November 2019

93 Commercial St

P.Gillooly N Baigent, President Golden Bay RSA President Collingwood RSA

ORDER ONLINE - www.elliscreekfarm.co.nz

. Perfect for couples, a playground for families and a paradise for hikers!

Programmes to listen out for: Backtrackin - Chris Edgley takes you on a 2-hour journey back in time featuring music from the last 60 years. Backtrackin airs Tuesday evenings at 6pm with new content every 2 weeks. 1000 acres of private West Coast to explore

Chop Suey - Join Aaron and Mikel for their weekly live broadcast on Fresh FM. Two local chefs, two hours of music and banter, bringing the two worlds of food and music together. Chop Suey... You want(ed) to. Chop Suey is kindly supported by: Moutere Hills - Tasman, Bloom Cafe - Motueka, Alberta’s Cafe - Mapua. Airs Monday nights at 8pm and replays Saturday mornings at 4am.

7 unique beaches along 3km of coastline 03 524 8711 info@tehapu.co.nz www.tehapu.co.nz

Sound Selector - Peter Bywater hosts Sound Selector. Join him as he links music genres, from Ska to Punk, Dub Step to Reggae, from 70’s to today. Sound Selector airs Thursday nights at 8pm with a new episode every 2 weeks.

East Takaka Road to Paines Ford Cycleway

Opening celebration and community fun ride Saturday 6 November, 10am

www.freshfm.net www.freshfm.net

ALL WELCOME! Meet on East Takaka Rd, 1.5km beyond the Cutting. Morning tea provided, BYO cup for drinks, coffee for sale. After acknowledgments and ribbon cutting, ride or walk the approx 3.5km track through to Paines Ford; enjoy the new public access route along the river. No dogs please. Organised by the Golden Bay Bay Cycle and Walkways Soc Inc.

Golden Bay weather forecast

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Valid from Friday 5 until Tuesday 9 November Friday: Southeasterlies, fresh about Farewell, lighter

elsewhere. Mainly fine and mild for a time.

Saturday: Southeasterlies, fresh at first about Farewell. Mainly fine and mild in sheltered areas. Sunday: Light winds with afternoon sea breezes. Fine and mild by afternoon. Monday: Light winds with afternoon sea breezes. Some cloud buildups with isolated showers developing about the ranges, clearing later. Tuesday: Light winds, tending northerly later. Mainly fine although some cloudy areas later.

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NEAT HEADING AS A PIN!!

AN ACRE IN THE COUNTRY….. HEADING

OPEN HOME Sunday 2.00 - 2.30pm

OPEN HOME Sunday 1.00 - 2.00pm

2B FEARY CRESCENT, TĀKAKA

Ph: (03) 525 8800

Deadline Sale: 1pm 18.11.21 (NSP)

This two-bedroom home is one of four freehold properties situated down a quiet right of way on Feary Crescent, offering convenience, privacy & most importantly, low maintenance, allowing for effortlessly easy living. Featuring an open plan kitchen, dining & living space, complemented by a warm & sunny conservatory as the main entrance. Conveniently situated, just minutes from Town or an easy stroll to the School Shop. Ref: GB3865

Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840 or belinda@goldenbayproperty.com

THE ‘TOTARA’ LIFESTYLER

182 LONG PLAIN ROAD, KŌTINGA

Deadline Sale: 1pm 17.11.21 (NSP)

Yes, these do still exist! This prime piece of Kotinga soil is up for sale, 4188 m2 & is ready for your development. The 3-bedroom home has seen better days to be fair, but the options could be all yours; renovate & live in the house or demolish & start afresh… Just a short drive from Takaka but has a lovely rural feel, we look forward to seeing you at the open home. Being sold in an “as is where is” condition. Ref: GB3864

James Mackay 027 359 0892 or james@goldenbayproperty.com

ATMOSPHERE HEADING IN ABUNDANCE!

368 HAMAMA RD, HAMAMA

• Approx. 8800m2 lifestyle block • Just 12 minutes from Town • Flat, lush pasture • Rural outlook & stunning views • Subject to Title Ref: GBR3861 O/O $460,000 Jana McConnon 021 245 2197 or Paul McConnon 0275 042 872

ANNIE’S NIRVANA BACKPACKERS 25 MOTUPIPI ST, TĀKAKA

Centrally located iconic accomm. Deceptively spacious 8 bdms, 4 bthrms, 2 kitchens Licenced for 28 pax. Fully self-contained sep. owners’ accommodation Ref: GBC3862 $849,000+GST (if any) Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840 or belinda@goldenbayproperty.com

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OPEN HOME Sunday 3.00 - 4.00pm

10 WASHBOURN ROAD, ONEKAKA

OFFERS ABOVE $730,000

Occupying a delightful position and offering charm, privacy and space, this is not your average property! In a fantastic location, the home has four bedrooms & the section size is 1479m 2. Check it out this weekend, do some homework and grasp this with both hands then prepare to slip into the Onekaka Lifestyle, which you will absolutely love! Ref: GB3863

James Mackay 027 359 0892 or james@goldenbayproperty.com

SLIDE INTO SUMMER ON SELWYN!

PARADISE IN PŌHARA

79 SELWYN ST, PŌHARA

5 PARADISE WAY, PŌHARA

• 2 bdrm/2bthrm, garage, carport • Set on a 741m2 tidy section • Seaviews to Tata Islands • Just a stones throw to the beach • Every day is a holiday at Selwyn! Ref: GB3851 $775,000 Paul McConnon 0275 042 872 or paul@goldenbayproperty.com

• Large family home • Modern & high quality specs’ • 5 bedrooms/3 bathrooms • Views across Pōhara to Bay • 1372m2 section with stream Ref: GB3860 Price: Contact Agents Paul McConnon 0275 042 872 or Jana McConnon 021 245 2197

28 ARAPETA PLACE, ROTOTAI

LOCATION IS NUMBER ONE! 1/364 ABEL TASMAN DR, MOTUPIPI • Proposed 2750m2 flat section • Just 5mins to Town, & Pōhara Beach in opposite direction! • Motupipi School a short stroll away • Cycleway at your front gate! Ref: GB3844 O/O $420,000 Paul McConnon 0275 042 872 or paul@goldenbayproperty.com Sharon MCCONNON Sales Manager 0275 258 255

Paul MCCONNON Salesperson 0275 042 872

James MACKAY Principal/AREINZ B.Com 027 359 0892

READY, STEADY, BUILD! CONGRATULATIONS ON A JOB WELL DONE JANA & PAUL! Jana McConnon 021 245 2197 or Paul McConnon 0275 042 872

Belinda J BARNES Agent/AREINZ 021 236 2840

Jana MCCONNON Salesperson 021 245 2197

Cherie BYRNE Admin/ Reception 03 525 8800

THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 5 NOVEMBER 2021