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Cycle revolution on a roll

Wheels turning: Bikers check out the new East Tākaka to Paines Ford cycleway following last Saturday’s official opening ceremony. Photo: Rosa Volz. ROSA VOLZ

Perfect conditions greeted an army of cyclists at the opening ceremony of the Paines Ford to East Tākaka cycle path last Saturday. Convening at the East Tākaka Rd end of the track, the group was treated to morning tea and speeches before the ribbon-cutting and inaugural cycle. “Good things take time,” say Wouter de Maat and Phil Castle of the newly completed path. Their sentiment is confirmed by local farmers and landowners Jamie and Andrea Ward, who have moved fences on their land to ensure the path could be completed. “It’s great to share it [our land] with the public and to share an up-close view of our rural farm,” says Jamie. The Golden Bay Cycle and Walkways Society (GBCWS), of which Wouter and Phil are founding members, was formed in 2006. Retired pharmacist Wouter explains that the primary objective of the GBCWS was to “build off-road cycle tracks for public use”. Their original vision was “to create a continuous cycle track from Waitapu Bridge to Upper Tākaka, following the Tākaka River.” Development started eight years ago,

and has involved thousands of volunteer hours, community funding, highly supportive l a n d ow n e r s a n d t h e D e p a r t m e nt o f Conservation – not to mention a group of unsung heroes who maintain the path. “We thought that we would start the easiest bit first – south from Paines Ford”, says Phil, “but it was harder than we originally thought.” The difficultly is that the whole area floods over two metres [up and] over the track. In addition, there are a number of long deep creeks that need crossings built, and the crossings had to comply with Tasman District Council (TDC) guidelines. The 3.8-kilometre-long track was completed in three stages, with a head start gained by using the existing DOC track running from Paines Ford to the oxbow wetlands bend. This section starts with a 60-metre boardwalk crossing the wetlands (part of the main Tākaka River bed until the early 20th century), before continuing parallel to the river to a prominent bend. This was a slow section to build, powered by “hours and hours of brutal work” by volunteers, who needed to build edging and aggregate on a very sandy soil. After completing this section, the society

recognised that they would need to raise funds to pay for labour and for services, such as digger drivers. The second section, running from the bend for 800 metres, relied heavily on the digger to excavate the pathway by 1.5 metres. Stage 2 stopped at the “little stream” (unofficially called Tawa Stream). The third section was delayed by five years as the society reached an impasse with TDC on a bridge crossing Tawa Stream. Wouter says the key issue debate was “handrails or no handrails”. Handrails are required by TDC, but will cause the bridge to be destroyed when the river floods. The issue was resolved when the Ward family donated a strip of land (which will be repurposed for public use as “an esplanade strip”) joining the track with East Tākaka Road. The Wards moved fences at their own cost. Wouter says their “support has been phenomenal. Without them, this would not have been possible”. GBCWS is a society with a charitable trust status and has received funding, donations and volunteerism from a variety of sources. Funding has been applied for and received... Continued on page 2

November’s meeting of the Golden Bay Community Board convened on Tuesday morning at Tasman District Council’s Service Centre in Tākaka. As has become the norm, TDC staff and members of the board were physically present, while the public and other contributors participated via Zoom. Public Forum Victoria Davis started the ball rolling by criticising the vaccine rollout, saying that there had been “a lack of a proper trial” for the jab. She counselled against “blindly following overseas experts” and urged people to question the dominant narrative. Referring to the 30 per cent of the Bay’s eligible population who had not yet received a first dose of the Pfizer vaccine, she said, “I think it would have been more if they hadn’t been coerced into taking it”. She made a plea to the board. “Don’t be a cheerleader for big pharma selling an experimental procedure,” before suggesting that “Golden Bay should be leader not a follower…”. During a discussion later in the meeting TDC councillor Celia Butler responded to Victoria’s challenge. “The time has come when local government needs to support the [Government’s] health initiative because Covid affects the community,” said Celia. “But, not intending that the community board should take a lead.” TDC’s proposal to extend the Pōhara campground lease has stirred up some interest in the community. Tony Lawton expressed concern about the narrow scope of the current consultation as well as the lack of information concerning other potential uses for the property. “There may be a better use for the site”, said Tony. “The campground is the only council-owned commercially-zoned land in Pōhara; we need to look at alternatives.” He questioned whether the increased revenue that TDC was anticipating from the new lease arrangements would benefit the Bay, and was concerned about safeguarding public access. Tony made a case for considering long-term factors such as changes in local tourism market. “We are moving away from low value to high value tourism as part of the Government’s strategy.” He also suggested that the campground could be repurposed to reflect anticipated demographic changes. “Pōhara is a fast growing area. A lot of executives will be working from home and Pōhara is very desirable.” Continued on page 2

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Continued from page 1 Tony finished by asking the board to request a thorough review of the site. “Wider consultation is needed.” Pōhara Campground was also the subject of Averill Grant’s contribution. Averill highlighted a problem relating to the road reserve on Abel Tasman Drive, where parked vehicles and boats jeopardise pedestrian safety. “There is no footpath,” said Averill adding that the issue should have been rectified a long time ago. “An Ombudsman Office report in 2004 said the council should do a footpath… it’s got worse since then as a fence has gone up, and there’s still no footpath.” Later in the meeting the board discussed the concerns about the campground. Board chair Abbie Langford reinforced some of Tony’s comments. “There is little information on the council website, and the feedback form is very simple.” TDC environment and planning manager Dennis Bush-King explained that not all of the council’s commercial assets would be subject to such consultation. “The only reason they are going through the process is because it is on a reserve.” And he answered one of Tony’s questions. “Any money made goes into the council’s reserves account.” Addressing the wider question, Dennis said there were legal constraints on the use of the site. “It can only be used for purposes that are allowed under the Reserves Act.” Tākaka Hill update A team from Waka Kotahi New Zealand Transport Agency (WKNZTA) Zoomed into update the board on progress with the reinstatement of the Tākaka Hill road. The agency’s manager for the top of the South, Andrew James, provided an overview of the project which should see the reinstatement of two-way traffic in time for Christmas. In the meantime, he explained, there were two five-night closures planned to allow the contractor to finish surfacing work and install guard rails. A “tidying up” exercise would be carried out in January with the project due to be completed in February. Celia asked whether land slips would continue to occur after the work was completed. Andrew explained it would be an ongoing issue. “There is a lot of loose unstable ground above the road that will keep coming down after heavy rainfall events… But the road should be robust enough and it will be cleared as and when required.” Board member Grant Knowles posed a question about water tables at the inside of the road which he noted were blocked with debris. “Is there a better maintenance plan to improve this?” Andrew acknowledged that this was an “ongoing problem” and explained that the maintenance work would be carried out during the upcoming planned closures. Comparing progress on the Hill project unfavourably with the construction of the Waimea Dam, Chris said she believed that the former had been “under-resourced” and asked whether WKNZTA thought they should apologise. “It’s had a big impact on the community. There is a place for acknowledgement.” Andrew said acknowledgments had been made at previous meetings with the council and offered an explanation for the slow progress. “We got ourselves into a contractual situation…” Project Onetahua Sky Davies of the Tasman Environment Trust (TET) appeared on the big screen to present a brief overview of the project, which is a partnership between TET, HealthPost Nature Trust and Manawhenua ki Mohua. The aim of the project is to eliminate predators from around 12,000ha of land in northern Golden Bay.

After describing the structure of the project organisation, Sky explained that a feasibility study, funded by Predator Free 2050 Ltd, was exploring potential conservation gains and the long-term sustainability of the project as well as assessing a variety of technologies and approaches. Preliminary findings, including costs, are due to be published shortly. “A draft plan should be out in the next couple of weeks,” said Sky. Celia wanted to know whether the decision based on the feasibility study would be a simple binary choice. “Yes, it is a ‘yes’ or ‘no’,” said Sky adding that she expects the study to confirm that the project is “worthwhile” but cost will be a major factor. “We could look at options in terms of scale, so it could just be the [Farewell] spit.” In response to Grant’s concern about reinvasion paths for predators in the intertidal zone of the spit, Sky explained that this issue would be examined as part of the feasibility study, and beyond. “We might do some trials next year to assess.” Sky closed by asking the board to get behind the project “to build support within the Golden Bay community”. Motupipi River Continuing on the ecological restoration theme, council environmental educator Claire Webster introduced “Mr Werp” aka the Motupipi River Restoration Project. Claire provided a short history of the three-year initiative which has involved the removal of willows, dredging of sediment, and the reconfiguration of the river’s course to create meanders and habitat. She explained that there was a current opportunity to add a key piece of land located between the river bank and Abel Tasman Drive which could become a new council reserve – and which would help move the project further towards its longterm goal. “In ten years’ time, this is going to be as exciting as heck,” said Claire. Round-up of other items Matūa Harvey Ruru has gifted a name to GBCB – Te Reo name Poari Hapori ki Mohua. The board agreed to draft a letter of support for the GB Cycle and Walkway Society’s latest strategy document. The board discussed current vaccination rates noting that some people faced difficult choices and stressed the need for accurate information. It was also noted that Mohua Social Services are reporting increasing mental health problems and hardship in the Golden Bay community. The board agreed to support the Golden Bay Promotion Association’s upcoming “Shop Local” campaign. Issues around Reilly Street stormwater drainage in Tākaka will be examined by TDC staff. A Police representative will attend a future meeting of GBCB to discuss the Police Tactical Response Model. The name Tuhaha Place, for a street in a new Pōhara subdivision, has been approved by all parties. Applicants to the GBCB Discretionary Fund will now have to provide budget details for their projects. The Resource Consent application for the proposed Pakawau seawall has been submitted to TDC. The Memorandum of Understanding between GBCB and TDC aka “the charter” will be presented at next month’s board meeting. The Board will submit an application for a Creative Communities grant to fund the installation of a new mural on the end wall of the Department of Conservation building. The next meeting of GBCB is at 9.30am on Tuesday 14 December. THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 12 NOVEMBER 2021

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Roots Bar owners Holly “Hotchips” Osmond and her partner Chris Guerrero have created a new dining and drinking experience, and it’s “going to be ready in time for an awesome summer”. Dada Manifesto, a vintage-themed speakeasy and dining venue is due to open its doors in the former Brigand building in Commercial Street Tākaka next Wednesday 17 November. Holly describes the vibe as a “vintage modernist speakeasy and dining sensation with an international feel. I want people to walk through our spaces and feel like they have gone travelling.” A team of hard-working local tradies have revitalised the space to make the most of the afternoon sun, and added period style spaces. “We have drinks and alfresco dining out the front, a curtained speakeasy, a dining area and a tropical lounge. There are multiple experiences to be had,” says Holly. The vibe will be enhanced by the authentic vinyl record soundtrack playing in the speakeasy lounge. The name and inspiration for Dada Manifesto hails from a visit to the Dali exhibition at Te Papa earlier this year. The couple was searching for a name for their new venture when they came

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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.

Pohara campground lease extension

TDC has requested submissions on its “recommendation” that the campground lease be extended to 33 years, but provide no further information. The campground occupies the only beachfront, commercial-zoned, public land in the centre of our fastest growing residential area, with, amongst many possible uses, potential for upmarket eco-tourism, including accommodation and beachfront seafood dinning/ entertainment for high-value tourism and locals alike. We find it hard to imagine making an informed submission without information on (at least) the following: How much extra lease payments and what will TDC spend it on. What are the campground’s development plans? Will public access be guaranteed? A beachfront walkway/cycle path? Is a campground in line with our community’s tourism goals i.e. do we remain a high-volume-low-value destination, or move towards government’s aim of high-value tourism? What is TDC’s liability to protect the campground given rising sea levels? Is this use in-line with future needs of Pohara’s residents considering demographic (eg, 30 per cent of executive workforce predicted to work remotely) trends? Good public consultation involves engaging with the community to establish the issues to be addressed, options to do so, and determining the way forward via collective wisdom, all without pre-determination. Tying-up our community’s most strategic public site for 33 years solely for a campground, largely empty most of the year, especially given the demographic, environmental and economic changes we face, indicates we need a better vision for our community’s future, and certainly better public consultation from TDC. Tony Lawton and Dr Roland Toder

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Just when you thought things couldn’t get any worse, a new fever has arrived in Collingwood: Pickleball. What started a few years back in Tākaka has spread north and is threatening to overrun our recreational facility, namely, the Memorial Hall. What concerns authorities most is the possibility of pickleball fever syndrome (PFS) coming into contact and perhaps mutating with the Covid-19 virus. Authorities say this could lead to the dreaded pickleball-zombie syndrome (PZS). A few cases have been reported in other countries but at the present time no cases have been reported here. Doctors and health officials strongly suggest getting “vaccinated” as soon as possible. The location for the “inoculation” at present is the Collingwood Memorial Hall every Thursday from 5pm. Daniel Campbell

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We recently received our copy of the Rugby Club’s latest Golden Bay Community Phone Directory. Even in this digital age we still find it to be a very useful and handy resource. Thanks go the club for facilitating yet another year’s addition; to the compilers, printer and distributors and, last but not least, to the local businesses that continue to advertise in the directory and keep the whole project financially viable. Richard English

Social responsibility

We humans are a social species as exemplified by a small group in our community gathering to wave placards in support of freedom. This is a worthy concept but in a democracy, freedom comes with responsibilities. For freedom from disease, for example, rather than wave placards, it would be better if we all went and got vaccinated thereby protecting ourselves and our community from the pandemic. Sadly, my grandmother who died in the 1918 pandemic, did not have the option to be vaccinated. Jock Harrison

Cry freedom

Covid or no Covid, when they erode our freedom it hurts -. When the elected government has established the conditions, and is encouraging private businesses to sack you, there is something very wrong. Please look past Covid at what laws are being passed that they will never roll back, the freedom they take now is permanent, not temporary. Please be open minded to have conversations with others who think differently, loss of freedom affects us all. Karen Campbell

Trouble with traffic lights

With the Government announcing the new traffic light system for the nation, they seem happy to create a new class of citizen as the Prime Minister has indicated, when asked about it. There is also the real possibility of local hospitality businesses being in the awful position of having to use a Covid pass to keep their customers safe and their business alive. But surely those very same people that are a risk to those businesses, are also a risk in all establishments. I wonder if businesses would be happy to display a polite sign to let people know if they are welcome

or not? Also, do the Police plan on restricting the movements in and out of the Bay, as the Prime Minister has suggested for some people in Auckland? I think that the Government, local council, businesses and the Police need to provide guidance in how this new class of citizen navigates their new normal in the community. You simply cannot create such a problem without offering a suitable solution for everyone’s health and safety. Mike Rimu

Government ultimatum

The Government’s ultimatum, otherwise known as a mandate to get vaccinated or lose your job is deeply disturbing. Where is the respect for diverse opinions? Where is the caring and kindness which we have been urged to practise and which was such a feature of the response to the mosque massacre? A government that promotes division among its own people is a government that has lost its way. I am appalled. John Snelgrove

Fear harmful to health

Making wise decisions requires all the facts and options to be fairly considered. Asking or coercing a fellow human to accept an invasive treatment that is not risk free and has not undergone proper and complete scientific scrutiny needs to be questioned. Because the manufacturers of the jab, the government, and the people asked to inject the jab all have 100 per cent indemnity, so who is paying for the adverse effects and why do we rarely see a mention of the risks associated with the jab? Victoria Davis

Low vaccination rate

In response to Reg Turner and Georgina Palmer’s letters: The vaccination rate in Golden Bay is so low, because we have the highest proportion of smart and free thinking individuals, who will not just believe something because it is told to them, but instead will do their own thorough research. I did 100’s of hours of research in the published medical and scientific literature (not in the news) and you will never get me to take this vaccine, ever. On a seperate note: Having grown up under apartheid in South Africa, I know what tyranny looks like from the inside ... and what is happening in New Zealand now is the same old game (fear, division, oppression), the method is identical just the subject matter is different, this time being about a vaccination not skin colour. Richard Baker

Healing our fractured community

As children, when teacher kept our whole class in at playtime because Mickey and Minnie didn’t do as they were told, we blamed our confinement on Mickey and Minnie. Now, as adults, we know better than to do that…don’t we? Even if our Prime Minister didn’t intend to divide our communities and country over people’s private medical choices, that is the effect of her “no jab-no job” mandates and “traffic light” proposal. Already, scapegoating and recriminations are dividing our community, as evidenced by intolerant, unkind exchanges on Facebook, where some even suggest non-injected people be denied medical care. Whatever happened to “Be kind”? Injected and non-injected people must unite, with our local businesses, to declare: “This is a mistake. We won’t let the government tear our community apart. We won’t participate in a system of medical apartheid that excludes people based on their private, personal health care choices. We support all our friends and neighbours, teachers and healthcare workers.” We can encourage vaccinations and still oppose mandates and certificates/passports. We’re all alike in doing our best to stay healthy and safe, and to choose how we do that. Since jabbed and non-jabbed can all get the virus and transmit it to others, what sense does segregation make? Golden Bay can lead our nation in saying “no” to these divisive tactics. Let’s stand together for healing. Lethea Erz

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Often changes in leaf strawberries. Modern cultivars of berries tend to like sunnier colour are associated with changing chlorophyll levels. Some situations to grow sweeter fruit. Berries can be tucked under other shrubs or fruit trees for some shade, thus replicating the plants need shade to establish. In our gardens, careful observation will identify spots that are forest system and making the most of your garden’s potential. Other shade-tolerant fruits include passionfruit, pepino, cape shady or become so during different seasons. These shade areas can offer possibilities for shade-tolerant plants to occupy. This gooseberry, aronia berry, New Zealand cranberry or Chilean can soften a hard, blank space where other plants don’t thrive. guava, and garden huckleberry. Globe artichoke, Jerusalem artichokes, asparagus, horseradish Natives Big New Zealand native trees like tōtara, rimu, pukatea, and rhubarb are other edibles that also handle shade. 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Fisheries New Zealand is seeking feedback on its proposals to amend recreational fishers’ daily bag limits of finfish. Recreational daily bag limits, specified under the Fisheries (Amateur Fishing) Regulations 2013, are used, along with other measures, to sustainably manage fisheries resources. However, at present they apply to only 43 of the 1,000 or so species of finfish found in New Zealand waters. Although those 43 species represent more than 91 per cent of New Zealand’s recreational catch, other species, not currently subject to a daily bag limit, are becoming increasingly popular amongst recreational fishers. Consequently, Fisheries NZ recently launched a review of the rules regulating finfish catches by publishing the discussion paper, Review of Recreational Daily Bag Limits For Finfish. The document explains the background to the consultation and outlines three main options. Option 1: Retain the current daily bag limit settings (status quo). Option 2: Include all finfish species not currently subject to a daily bag limit in the combined daily bag limit. Option 3: Include all finfish species, including those with additional individual species limits, in the combined daily bag limit, to be set at 20 finfish. The need to review the current system was highlighted in 2016 by local sustainable fisheries campaigner Spencer Pomeroy. He conducted public meetings and carried out a questionnaire survey in Golden Bay in his role as a key member of the Kahurangi Shoals Sustainability Group. Believing option 1 (above) has failed, Spencer advocates strongly for Option 3, but with a lower daily bag limit of 10 finfish. Fisheries NZ is also asking for feedback on a number of secondary issues, including the standardisation of bag limits across the country; the exclusion of “bait fish” species from the bag limit; and the inclusion of southern bluefin tuna into the revised bag limit scheme. Spencer argues against the introduction of one-size-fits-all regulation. “Standardisation of bag limits across NZ is not an option, as we need smaller zones or areas in order to fine-tune management. In the Kahurangi Shoals, for example, we have more species and different fishing pressures on those species, which might not be the case elsewhere, so each needs to be sorted differently with total daily catch limits to suit.” One particular species was on the agenda at a stakeholder

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forum organised by Fisheries NZ last week. “I was at the first hāpuku (groper, Polyprion oxygeneios) meeting because stock numbers are low,” says Spencer. “The commercial fishery has had a cut in quota without any consultation, and they are not happy. Recreational fishers need to have a reduction also.” Spencer believes fishers must take a long-term view. “It’s not about keeping them happy in the short-term, it’s about keeping fish stocks at a sustainable level under ever increasing numbers of recreational boats.” He urges the recreational fishing community to provide feedback before the submissions period closes next week. “Please do have your say; doing nothing is not an option.” Written feedback can be submitted until 5pm, Thursday 18 November, via email, to: FMSubmissions@mpi.govt.nz or in hard copy to: Inshore Fisheries Management, Fisheries New Zealand, PO Box 2526, Wellington 6140. The discussion paper can be accessed at: https://www.mpi. govt.nz/consultations/review-of-recreational-daily-bag-limitsfor-finfish/

Spruced-up campground open to all RONNIE SHORT

Since November last year, Jacinta and Grant Jukes have been managing Collingwood’s iconic camping ground. They have worked hard on the grounds, removing dead trees and cleaning up the site. Twenty-seven dead trees have been removed, along with 4.5 tonnes of green waste, and the dead trees replaced with native tree plantings. Twelve truckloads of bark chip from the trees provided plentiful amounts of mulch. Giving awhi (an embrace; cherishment) to the ground is important to Jacinta, “What you take out you put back,” she says. Tasman District Council owns the campground, “They have been amazing,” said Jacinta. “They want to improve this place as much as we do.” “They are very health and safety conscious – they get onto things quickly,” added Grant. In the past year TDC has funded the addition of a new ablutions block. The old facilities have undergone a revamp and there are now six new bathrooms, two of which are wheelchair accessible. Grant explained that the council also had the waterfront rock wall raised 800mm. “That makes it more attractive for the campers.” The couple had been living and working in Invercargill with their three children. Two of the children, Paige (16) and Cash (13), attend Collingwood Area School. When they were looking for a change, the campground position meant a house and a job for both Jacinta and Grant. It was a fast move that included packing up and selling their home in just four days. They arrived at their new home ready to begin work within 10 days, with a two-year contract, They are very pro-family, encouraging games such as soccer, rugby and cricket in the campgrounds. They say the tennis courts are always in use, even up to 10pm at night during summer months. “We are quite present,” said Jacinta. “We don’t spend our time hiding away.” They have plenty of ideas for further improvements to run

Jacinta and Grant Jukes enjoy the family-friendly, welcoming environment they have created during their year of managing the Collingwood campground. Photo: Ronnie Short.

by TDC. The building of ensuite cabins is one that Jacinta thinks is important now that the Pioneer Motels has sold. Grant and Jacinta extend a warm welcome to all visitors, including locals. They invite Collingwood residents to pop in to say hello and take a look around. “The more people we get in, the more people are contributing to the local economy,” said Jacinta.

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Hot on the heels of its successful plant fair, Motupipi School’s postponed Daffodil Day fundraiser was finally held on Friday 5 November. At midday, excited kids set up their enterprise schemes in makeshift shops in the “marketplace”. The playground became a sudden hive of activity, awash with the colour yellow for the Cancer Society’s emblem, the daffodil. Appetites were sated by the keenly awaited lunchtime goodies: sausages, vege fritters, waffles, ice cream, popcorn, cake, pizza and homemade lemonade. Then some serious trading began, using pre-purchased tokens on entry. Some of the businesses displayed pure genius, like the popular “human shape machine”. Others, like the hair salon and the flower stall, raked in the tokens. Motupipi principal Lisa Malones said that with all the uncertainty and stress around at the moment because of Covid, it was great to see children and parents alike unwinding and having so much fun. Covid restrictions limited attendance to school community families only, so the event was smaller –

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though there was no shortage of enthusiasm and excitement. Motupipi School has long given support to the national Cancer Society springtime appeal, and has contributed in this way to its fundraising. Against many odds this year, they proudly raised over $1100 to donate to the cause. The Cancer Society is a non-profit organisation completely reliant on donations, fundraising events, bequests and Daffodil Day for its multiple operations. It not only contributes to vital scientific research but also helps provide essential support services to those individuals and families affected by cancer. Its mission is to raise cancer awareness and reduce the incidence and impact of cancer in our communities. Motupipi School children are well aware of the serious nature of Daffodil Day. They take real pride in being able to contribute through fundraising from their creative business ideas.

Claire French, summertime events manager for the Rec Park Centre, plans to Bring the Cheer at Christmas. Photo: Ronnie Short. RONNIE SHORT

Golden Bay’s Rec Park Centre has been busily planning a Bring the Cheer Christmas Extravaganza for Christmas Eve. Claire French of Wonder-full Events Management is the new summertime events manager. She is in charge of organising the Santa Parade, Christmas Carols and the Tata Titanic Cardboard Boat Race. However, two of those events may not go ahead if Alert Level 2 continues. The Rec Park Centre team will announce that decision on 1 December. Meanwhile, they are working within government guidelines to “Bring the Cheer” to the community. Situated at the Rec Park Centre, karaoke-style Christmas Carols will take place in the conference room. Attendees will be required to wear masks until seated at tables, from where any bar orders will be taken and served. There will be sing-alongs and prizes for the best karaoke carol-singing performances. For last-minute Christmas shoppers, there will be an outdoor market with plenty of food carts and stallholders. Claire says there’s room for more, at a cost of $10 per site. Indoors there will be a Santa’s grotto and a goldcoin donation bouncy castle assault course for children. Community recreational programmer Tom Lake will supervise the latter. Everybody is encouraged to wear fancy dress, with prizes for the best-dressed. Wearable Arts costumes created by local artists will be visible throughout the venue. Those who are keen to don such costumes are welcome to contact Claire (see below). Funding for all the summer events has been provided by Trash Palace, Golden Bay Promotion Association, GB Community Board and Tasman District Council. Prizes have been donated by Hi Takaka and vouchers from Hammer Hardware. The Roots Bar is loaning their sound system for the carol singing. Businesses wanting to support any of the summer events are invited to phone or email Claire. Claire wants to reassure the public that “We are working very strictly with the government guidelines. There will be a maximum number in each of the spaces and masks will be required where appropriate.” Volunteers are needed to help at the bar, in the grotto and for setting up and packing down the event. If you can help, please contact Claire at 022 672 1018, info@wonderfull.co.nz Or visit Facebook Bring the Cheer Christmas Extravaganza

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Map showing epicentre of earthquake (top right) and locations of reports received from Golden Bay public. Graphic: GeoNet. JO RICHARDS

Golden Bay residents were shaken but fortunately not stirred after experiencing a light earthquake at 4.16pm last Sunday afternoon. GeoNet reported the 5.5-magnitude quake as centred out to sea 70 kilometres north-east of Collingwood and at a depth of 190km. The 13,109 reports received by GeoNet were mapped on its website and showed the quake was felt as far away as Wellington and Christchurch.

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Women’s Institute was started in New Zealand in 1921 by Miss Jerome Spencer, as a chance for women to get together, to share ideas and to do their bit towards helping the community they lived in. Sadly, the only remaining Golden Bay branch is considering going into recess due to lack of support and membership. From the original nine-10 branches in the Bay, Uruwhenua is the only remaining group. For 87 years the group has supported the community in various ways. The need to work, easier travel to other events, and some lack of community spirit in the generation today is causing many organisations to feel this way. Next year we will have a discussion as to what lies ahead but until then we will continue to meet and give our time and money to help our community.

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The Kids Theatre Festival 2021 is the end-of-year production for DramaLAB, directed by Martine Baanvinger. Actors from only 5 to 13 years old will perform four daily shows between 10.30am and 4pm over one weekend at the Village Theatre. Unfortunately, with Covid disruptions, Martine’s youth group cannot perform their play until exams are over in December. Actors from 5 to 8 years old will perform The Curse of the Necklace, followed by the 8 to 10-year-olds in The Power of the Gem. Along with Don Corleone’s Force involving 11 to 13-yearolds, these three plays were originally performed by Martine’s Motueka classes, but exchanges have now enabled Takaka and Motueka to perform each other’s plays. The fourth play, Technology Crisis’ is an original, directed by Martine’s 14-year-old daughter Deva Baanvinger-Singh. Deva has trained alongside other adult actors nationally, but this is her debut into scriptwriting and directing an entire play. “It’s been a big effort for her,” says Martine. “She is very capable with compositions; she has a director’s eye. But writing for 14 different characters was a healthy challenge.” Amongst the two groups of 25 “tweens” (between 11 and 13), some have experience and others are first-timers. According to

Martine, younger children exercise “wacky” ideas they think are hilarious, whereas tweens create scripts seeking excitement. One play has a murder; the other is sci-fi. “It’s a reflection of their own thinking. They’re reading different literature, watching different films; it influences their storytelling.” The same minimal stage sets comprise 12-metre-long pieces of white fabric, used differently for each play. Forests, laboratories, a palace and a cave are all created using drapery and lighting. While the performances are held in the Village Theatre, the Soma café next door is co-hosting the social side of the event, and will be open and selling food. Martine wishes to thank Soma for accommodating marquees, blankets, soup and sweets fundraisers on their back lawn for relaxation during performance breaks. Thanks are also due to the Playhouse for lending costumes. Martine loves bringing community together. “It’s been a bit of a tough year for many in entertainment and community events, so the idea of a festival is like a day out. You can watch four shows, or you can come to one. It doesn’t matter.” DramaLAB Kids Theatre Festival, Village Theatre, Takaka. Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 November, 10.30am to 4pm. Tickets at Grasshopper; kids $10, adults $15, DramaLAB Pal $13.

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PUBLIC NOTICES / Pānui a whānui MAKE money online by selling your products and services on my full featured eCommerce website https://sundancecomputers. nz/market/ 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. GB Animal Welfare Society Inc (ex-SPCA). Ph Carol Wells 525 9494, 8am-5pm weekdays. CURIOUS about Quakers? Come and check us out. Ph Jude 524 8291. <www.quakers.nz>

ALCOHOLICS Anonymous, open meeting, all welcome. Thursdays 7pm, 94 Commercial Street. Hall behind the Catholic Church. Ph 0800 229 6757. 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. FRESH FM needs your help. Are you willing to host a fundraising event to support local radio? Or help run one? We’re a Charitable Trust – a $30 donation on our website freshfm.net is tax deductible. Email Maureen: takaka@freshfm.net or ph 525 8779, 027 335 1395. GB WEEKLY: Stitch ‘n Sew, Tākaka and Collingwood On the Spot store are our agents. Or email us: admin@gbweekly.co.nz.

Kakariki Kids will be closing this Friday 12th November 2021. A huge thank you to all the fabulous staff, our tamariki, their whānau and the wider Golden Bay community who have created such a brilliant place for us all to enjoy over the past 4 years. Aroha nui Mohua, thanks for having us. Wishing you all the best, Liz and Isaac x 14

FREEVIEW satellite TV. Ph 027 246 2432.

GARDENING services. Ph Carlos 027 751 9730.

RECENT AGM / Hui ā tau - Nō nā tata nei

FOUND. Prescription glasses at Commercial Street and Reilly Street corner, Friday 5 November. Black frames, pink wings. Ph 525 9948.

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 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.

COLLLINGWOOD Rugby Club AGM, Tuesday 30 November, 6.30pm at clubrooms. All welcome.

LOST AND FOUND / Ngaronga/Kitenga

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

GOLDEN BAY DIGGER HIRE 1.7 tonne. Ph 027 713 0684. Drive thru Clinic Collingwood Drive thru Clinic Collingwood School Carpark, Lewis Street School Carpark, Lewis Street

th Saturday Saturday13 13thNov Nov9.30-12.30 9.30-12.30

Book at Golden Bay Community Health Book at Golden Bay Community Health 03 03525 5250060 0060 Or just pop Or just popon ondown down

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.

TRADES AND SERVICES / Mahi a ratonga

HEAT pump installation, sales and servicing. Ph Dave McKay 027 404 4740, 525 8538.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

ORANGE Rentals have rental cars, trailers and a furniture trailer available for hire. Ph 027 337 7147. PAINTER available, call Borrelli Painting for a free quote. All interior/exterior jobs. Ph Luca 022 086 1842. 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. THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 12 NOVEMBER 2021

TRADES AND SERVICES / Mahi a ratonga

HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora

THE next Hearing Aid Clinic will take place on Thursday 18 November from 1pm at GBCH. We can clean and dry your aids, provide spare parts, check for ear wax and give advice. Home visits are also possible. Consultations are $10, but are free to members. Phone for appointment 525 7465. WINDOW cleaning. Ph Willem 022 134 1726.

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

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

Closed Thurs 18th - Sat 23rd Nov Heading down South for a few days 71 Commercial St, Takaka - 03 525 8177

Takaka

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

Call 0800 749 739 for info or an appointment today

Chiropractor

SCAN TOOL WOF CARS, MOTORCYCLES, TRAILERS

Inga Schmidt

BRIDGESTONE AND KUMHO TYRES

MSc (Chiro), DC, MNZCA

021 180 7789

Golden Bay Health Centre, 12 Motupipi St

www.healthfocus.co.nz

HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora

ACC registered

ANEL BAKER Physiotherapy at 22 Meihana Street, Tākaka. Ph/txt for an appointment 021 053 4337. 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.

Healing with Grace

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)

LISA Williams, registered medical herbalist, iridologist, Reiki master, reflexology, herbal apothecary. www. goldenbayiridology.com Ph 525 6150, txt 027 451 9797. MASSAGE and Bowen therapy. Ph Thomas 022 160 9101.

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MASSAGE: relaxation, sports, deep tissue. Lymphatic drainage for detox, immune support, oedema. 26 years of experience. Ph Paul 027 772 7334.

Specialising to optimise health, resolve pain, trauma and injury. Working with individuals, children and babies.

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

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

PPT 24-32 hrs / week

Te Whare Mahana Trust (TWM) is an independent, NonGovernment Organisation (NGO) based in Takaka. We are looking for a friendly and motivated person to support TWM staff across multiple areas. The successful candidate will have exceptional interpersonal and time management skills. We would love to hear from you if you have: • Extensive experience in administration • Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, focus on MS Excel • Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships and work within a team • Attention to detail and good organisational skills • A proactive and positive approach Consent for Police Vetting and the Covid-19 Vaccination are required.

Applications close 5pm, Friday 19th Nov 2021 For a job description and application form, please e-mail twm@twm.org.nz, or go to

Tākaka Primary School

MASSAGE AND REIKI. Emma Sutherland (Ameliorate). First one-hour treatment $40 for GB locals. www.ameliorate.nz. Ph 027 487 2639.

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.

TWM Administrator

www.twm.org.nz/careers

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.

SITUATIONS VACANT / Tūranga wātea

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

FULL WORKSHOP FACILITIES

PHONE 525 9419

Removal of ear wa Weekly Private Clinics x by micro-suction 03 525 8327 or book online: www.earhealth.co.nz

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.

Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy

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

Ph 027 338 9504

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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SITUATIONS VACANT / Tūranga wātea We are looking for an Office Manager to join our team – PERMANENT FULL TIME The position is full time: Mon to Fri 8am to 5pm – Starting December (dates negotiable) You will be someone who can:

You will have:

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Ensure the smooth running of our office Answer the telephone and deal with customer enquiries Book in jobs with our customers and liaise with our team Work under pressure at times and be self-managed

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Casual Role Vacancy

Data entry (invoicing) and great written skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Knowledge in payroll for processing weekly wages and PAYE would be preferred Knowledge in accounts receivable, payable, GST, and cashbook would be preferred Great organisational skills

The two programmes we run are MYOB and Mechanics Desk which are both integrated together. Training will be given to the right applicant. This is a busy and varied role that will require a person who is pro-active and dedicated, and who can self-manage their workload. Please apply in writing, and email your CV to: mobilemechanical@xtra.co.nz

Contact Centre Representative HealthPost has an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic Contact Centre team in Collingwood. Hours of work are varied on a roster base, starting from 8.00am start and finish at 9.00pm Monday to Friday. This role is suited to someone who is committed to providing exceptional customer service, is team-focused, and can quickly learn new computer systems and processes. Previous experience in customer service roles and an affinity with natural health would be an advantage. A customer-centric approach and being excited by change are essential. 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 15th November

Customer Service Representative

Wanted: Packer/Dispatch Part time with increased hours until December 23rd, 2021

TAKAKA

We are looking for an enthusiastic and energetic person who is committed to great customer service, has a keen interest in the agricultural sector and is looking to build a career in this exciting industry.

We are looking for a motivated, focused team member with a positive attitude to join our busy dispatch team. Extra hours may be available for our export orders.

PGG Wrightson is one of New Zealand’s leading nationwide providers of products and services to the rural sector. We are helping grow the country through our knowledge, service and expertise. This role is full-time, Monday to Friday, and may require working on rostered Saturday mornings and is based in the Takaka Rural Supplies store.

This position involves: Packing of candles & accessories Picking & processing orders Using ordering & freight computer programs Inwards Goods

We are committed to growing our employees and we develop leadership and technical expertise at all levels of our company. We provide extensive in house sales and technical training and offer a number of benefits including retail buying privileges.

Skills Required: • Well-organised & methodical • Focused, with excellent attention to detail • Able to lift up to 20kg • Remain calm under pressure • Achieve daily/weekly targets • Good computer skills • Confident and willing to learn new skills • Communicate effectively with customers and staff

Get a foot in the door and build your career with PGG Wrightson. Apply now or to find out more about working at PGG Wrightson or view other opportunities visit https://careers.pggwrightson.co.nz/search and enter reference number 18327GOLBAY

Please email your CV with a cover letter to cynthia@livinglight.co.nz Applications close: Friday Nov. 21st

Applications close on Saturday, 20 November 2021.

www.pggwrightson.co.nz

Helping grow the country

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.

Permanent position available:

12-month fixed term:

Site Coordinator

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.

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

Potential to extend role past 12 months exists.

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

Applications close Monday 29 November th

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.

Applications close 15 November th

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

THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 12 NOVEMBER 2021

99 Abel Tasman Drive, Takaka

New Listing/Open Home For Sale: DEADLINE SALE - Closes 2pm, Thurs 25th Nov, Unless sold prior Open Home: Sunday 14th Nov at 1.00 - 1.30pm THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS! - This kiwi classic offers a modernised three-bedroom home with a massive 3 car shed, carport, and sleepout, you certainly get the best of both worlds here! Capturing rural views to the west, making for a magic spot in the back garden to entertain friends and family whilst soaking up all day sun, all so close to town. A location like this couldn't be more practical! Be sure to view the property video and virtual tour. Call now for further information.

12 Lake Crescent, Takaka

New Listing/Open Home For Sale: DEADLINE SALE - Closes 2pm, Thurs 18th Nov, Unless sold prior. Open Home: Sunday 14th Nov at 12.00 - 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. The 3 bedroom 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. LIM Report available.

Everyone deserves to smile this Christmas Our Christmas tree will be going up soon, and we will start accepting unwrapped gifts and donations for our local children and community with the assistance of Mohua Services 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

Join us this weekend for Brunch Fri - Sun

Breakfast | 7 days from 8am Dinner | 7 days from 4pm 525 7998 THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 12 NOVEMBER 2021

PROPERTY WANTED / Rawa hiahia

FOR SALE / Hei hokohoko

MATURE single male looking for permanent accommodation. Have references. Ph 020 4120 0710.

Richards, growing up and farming in the Patarau area. Ph Les (Nobby) Clark 525 8009. BIKE helmet, new $30. Bike $20. Together $40. Ph Beth 027 230 3748.

PROPERTY AVAILABLE / Rawa watea

TIMBER being milled from Saturday morning at Onekaka Woods, weather permitting. Redwood, blackwood, ash. The redwood was a 40-metre tree, has been cut into four sections.

RENT EVENT R A Y

W H I T E

G O L D E N

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The base is over 1m diameter. I wonder if anyone knows a bigger one milled in GB? The best clears will be cut 8x1 (200x25) and selling for $11 per metre. First in first served. Updated on GB Noticeboard on Facebook or ph 525 9422.

Rare and unusual

INDOOR PLANTS! - Living Stones I Satin Pothos - Pitcher Plants I Watermelon Peperomia

LANDLORD INFORMATION EVENING

Check them out!

Are you a DIY Landlord here or elsewhere in NZ? See us as your

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

Golden Bay Weaner Calf and Store Cattle Sale

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

FOR SALE / Hei hokohoko GARAGE sale. 653 Long Plain Rd, Saturday at 9am. Upright freezer, preserving jars, 1/2 round leadlight china cabinet, bookshelves, linen, mirrors, mattresses, ex roller door, ex Para pool surround, bird netting, shade cloth, polythene, other household sundries. 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. FIREWOOD. Delivering next year’s wood now. Douglas fir, beech and gum. Ph Bay Firewood 027 769 6348. OFF-ROAD trailer, 5’ by 4’. Well-sprung. $250. Ph 027 747 8255. SPLASHBACKS and shower glass. Custom made by Golden Bay Glass, 96 Commercial Street. Ph 525 7274.

There Are A Few Herrings In The Patarau: Stories from Mangarakau/Anatori as recollected by local identity Harry

FRUIT CLIP n PICK

Thursday 25 November 2021 Duncan McKenzie’s saleyards – Takaka Commencing at 1pm

Entries to date: 105 Friesian Bull Calves 25 Hereford Friesian x Bull Calves 50 Hereford Friesian x Steer Calves 25 Angus Friesian x Steer Calves 35 Speckled Park mixed sex Calves 60 Friesian Yearling Bulls 30 Hereford Friesian x Yearling Steers 20 Hereford Friesian x Yearling Heifers 8 Angus Friesian x Yearling Heifers Further entries are still being accepted All enquiries: Craig Taylor ph 0274 357 437

LEARNING / Akonga / Huarahi ako/mahi

Christmas Hand-Craft Workshop Wednesdays 7 - 9pm

Limited to 10 places - book your spot now

Stitch ’n Sew, 71 Commercial Street, 525 8177

PGG Wrightson Auctioneers Takaka/Nelson

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.

UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere SUNDAY 14 NOVEMBER .303 SHOOT, 9.30am, NZDA range, Balck Road. $30 per shooter. Ph Colin 021 0239 2339 or Doug 027 525 8304 for information.

$269

TUESDAY 16 NOVEMBER

incl GST

LADIES TENNIS NIGHT, every Tuesday at 6pm, Park Avenue. All women invited - young and old, any level, gear provided. Come and have a go!

Available from PGG Wrightson Takaka Buxton Lane, Takaka | 525 7891 18

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

FOOD - DRINK - VINYL - TROPICAL - COOL OPEN WEDNESDAY 17TH NOVEMBER BOOKINGS: dadamanifestoiscool@gmail.com

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. THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 12 NOVEMBER 2021

UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere GB WEEKLY DEADLINE: noon on Tuesdays. Stitch ‘n Sew and Collingwood On the Spot store are our agents. Or email us: admin@gbweekly.co.nz.

WEDNESDAY 17 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 18 NOVEMBER

Fri

12 1.00 4.30 8.00 Sat 13 5.00 8.00 Sun 14 5.00 8.00 Wed 17 5.00 8.00 Thu 18 8.00

DAYTIME BADMINTON, Rec Park Centre, 9-11am. All welcome. Ph Kerry 525 7007.

The Mussel Inn Coming Up...

Matinee: Lamb (M) (Final) The Last Duel (R16) The Rose Maker (M) (Final) Becoming Cousteau (M) The Last Duel (R16) Juniper (M) Summer of Soul (PG) Juniper (M) The Last Duel (R16) Becoming Cousteau (M)

• 4 ORIGINAL KIDS SHOWS • FOOD/DRINK STALLS • CONNECTING COMMUNITY

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

Sat 20 & Sun 21 November From 10.30 am to 4 pm at the Village Theatre

Thu 18th QUIZ- 7.30pm. Book your team table now! Sat 20th ADAM MCGRATH solo, $20

Kokalito Organics

Thu 25th LIVE POETS/ACID ON THE MICROPHONE - 7.30pm Sat 27th TESS LIAUTAUD BAND and THE TRAVELLING HEARTS + NICK FEINT support, $15

Wednesday Morning 8—1,

All gigs seated with numbers limited.

Village Green, Takaka

Booking recommended!

Veggie box orders welcome

starting 18 November

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

finefoods@kokalito.co.nz 021 119 3579

EARTHSEA Gallery: Landscape paintings and reproduction giclee prints. 76 Boyle St (Golf Course Rd), Clifton. Ph 525 7007. www.earthseagallery.com

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

Fresh FM is one of 12 Community Access Radio Stations in New Zealand

SACRED Heart Catholic faith community celebrates Mass at 5pm each Sunday. Covid restrictions apply.

Fresh FM is the only Community Access radio station in the region and is the only one in New Zealand operating over such a wide region and using studios in multiple locations.

ST Andrews Presbyterian Church invites you to join with us for morning worship and Communion at 10am. Rev Neville Jackson.

Kahurangi Christian Church

Our vision is that Fresh FM should reflect the aspirations, creativity, experiences, stories and music of the people who live in the region covering the top of the South Island, and through our broadcast frequencies and on-line services, share those things with the world.

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.

We are always looking for volunteer programme makers to create programmes that reflect your local community. If you have always wanted to broadcast on radio then now is your opportunity. Full training is given.

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

Sound like you? Then contact takaka@freshfm.net

Isaiah 26:3

www.freshfm.net www.freshfm.net

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

Sunday Service 10am

Takaka Church of Christ

All Welcome ☺

93 Commercial St, Takaka

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MODERN &HEADING QUALITY IN TOWN

OPEN HOME Sunday 3.00 - 3.30pm

OPEN HOME Sunday 2.00 - 3.00pm

51 DODSON ROAD, CENTRAL TĀKAKA

Ph: (03) 525 8800

Deadline Sale: 12pm 25.11.21 (NSP)

30 FEARY CRESCENT, TĀKAKA

Deadline Sale: 1pm 29.11.21 (NSP)

This three-bedroom, three-bathroom, two storey home is just ideal for extended family or as a possible income source. Upstairs recently refurbished throughout with new appliances, curtains, blinds & carpet. Views to Kahurangi National Park. Downstairs rumpus room, bedroom & bathroom. Subject to title once subdivision is complete. Call me for more information & the opportunity to view this great property. Ref: GB3866

This property has both those features & is just a short walk to both school & town. Set on 580m 2, the low maintenance grounds are well presented & offer plenty of privacy from the rear section. Built in 2004, clad in Linea weatherboard with a Colorsteel roof, 3 bdrms, open plan living/dining area, internal access dble garage - plenty of space for the whole family! Call me for your opportunity to view or visit my Open Home. Ref: GB3868

AS NEAT HEADING AS A PIN!!

COUNTRY HEADING CHARM

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

OPEN HOME Sunday 12.30 - 1.30pm

2B FEARY CRESCENT, TĀKAKA

James Mackay 027 359 0892 or james@goldenbayproperty.com

OPEN HOME Sunday 1.00 - 1.30pm

Deadline Sale: 12pm 18.11.21 (NSP)

This two-bedroom home located in a quiet right of way on Feary Crescent, offering convenience, privacy & most importantly, low maintenance, allowing for easycare living. Featuring an open plan kitchen, dining & living space, complemented by a warm & sunny conservatory as the main entrance. Park up the car, walk or bike to Town or the local dairy just around the corner - the rising cost of fuel won’t faze you at all! Ref: GB3865

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

2073 TĀKAKA-COLLINGWOOD HWY, COLLINGWOOD

Offers Over $750,000

Charming and plentiful – this rural retreat is hot property! 2,000m2 fully fenced section – with mountain & farmland views. Two storey home with 4 generous sized bedrooms & 2 bathrooms Fire with wetback & heat pump to keep your cosy! Endless potential ready for your personal touch. Call us now for more information. Ref: GB3867 Paul McConnon 0275 042 872 paul@goldenbayproperty.com or Jana McConnon 021 245 2197 jana@goldenbayproptery.com

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ON THE EDGE OF TOWN……. 89 ABEL TASMAN DR, TĀKAKA

11.5 ha of grazing, zoned Rural 2 Stock proof fencing, 10-bay shed Water troughs to each paddock Great rural views from elevated sites in the limestone outcrops Ref: GBR3869 Price By Negotiation James Mackay 027 359 0892 or james@goldenbayproperty.com • • • •

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

OPEN HOME Sunday 2.00 - 2.30pm

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 Belinda J BARNES Agent/AREINZ 021 236 2840

Jana MCCONNON Salesperson 021 245 2197

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