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Friday 8 October 2021

Battling Maidens outfoxed

Golden Bay’s Shield Maidens battled hard in last Saturday’s friendly against Richmond Foxes at Tākaka’s Rec Park. Photo: Jo Richards. JO RICHARDS

Golden Bay’s Shield Maidens took on women’s Division 1 champions Richmond Foxes on Saturday in an end-of-season friendly. Although the match was certainly played in a friendly manner, the visitors were far from generous to their Division 2 hosts, who suffered a heavy defeat. But the figures don’t tell the full story; five of the eight goals conceded by the home side came in the first half as the rampant red Foxes dominated possession and the Maidens struggled to get out of their own half. For the first 10 minutes, the home side managed to keep the Foxes at bay but in a 20-minute scoring spree the visitors chalked up five goals. Ten minutes before half-time the Maidens almost opened their own account when a misjudged a back-pass to the Foxes’ keeper almost crept into the net. The second half continued in the same vein, with the visitors dictating the play. But the Maidens are quick learners and they made it increasingly difficult for the Foxes and, despite conceding two more goals, they never gave Homes are where we feel safe. At our open homes, we're determined to keep it that way.

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up, communicated well, and played some good football. The Maidens will have also learnt a lot from the Foxes’ attacking mid-fielder Paige Ferguson who put on a masterclass. The cunning little vixen seemed to be everywhere; whether tracking back, pressing forward or just controlling the play, the number 12 was the pivot around which the rest of her team revolved. And it was a fitting end to the game when she struck a sweet, unstoppable drive from outside the box to take the final score to 0-8. Immediately after the final whistle, Maidens’ coach Phil Smith gathered his players together. “The second half was another game,” said Phil, pointing out that their opponents were a highly experienced team. “The Foxes have taken six years to get where they are. We’ve just started the journey.” Later in the day, the Maidens and Foxes reconvened at The Wholemeal Café where the home team announced its annual awards. Phil says there was “nothing but positive feedback from parents and supporters” and a good time

was had by all. “It was a great night and the fact it was joint with the Foxes made it even better.” He took the opportunity to express the team’s gratitude to sponsors and supporters. “I’d like to thank Aydee and the team at Wholemeal Café, Michael and Trudy Page from Outback Spraying, Tony and Fiona from CabinsAndPods.co.nz, and Michael and Talia Lynch from Tangata Homes for all the support given to the Shield Maidens.” This season may be well and truly over, but Phil already has his sights on 2022. “Next season starts now with training resuming on the 19 October at 5pm at the Rec Park Centre for anyone interested.” Shield Maidens Awards: MVP – Ellie Hopkins; Player of the Season – Elizabeth Egan; Most Consistent – Tiana Olney; Most Improved – Renee Selin; Youth Women’s Player of the Season – Isobelle Johnson; Rosie Astill Cup – Mia Goodwin; Captain’s Choice – Jodi Lloyd and Tiana Olney; Players’ Choice – Marina Profendiner; Honourable Mentions – Abbie McConnon, Lily Pederson, Claire Sparrow.

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Tasman District Council (TDC) is likely to opt out of the Three Waters Reform programme unless changes are made to the Government’s controversial scheme. Last Wednesday, councillors debated the proposal at length before passing a 17-point resolution, which formed the basis of TDC’s official feedback to the Government. The Three Waters shake-up is part of the Government’s seismic centralisation agenda, which also includes reform of the Resource Management Ac t and a fundamental review of the local government sector. The proposal seeks to transfer the country’s council-owned stormwater, wastewater and drinking water infrastructure to four regional Water Service Entities (WSEs), which would assume responsibility for planning and delivering services, including levying water charges. It’s not a straightforward transaction; under the proposed model, councils will retain ownership of the infrastructure but relinquish all ownership rights. In the centralised scheme, those rights will be exercised by a complex bureaucracy headed by a regional representation group (appointed by locals councils and iwi) which will be responsible for selecting an independent selection panel. This in turn will appoint members to the WSE. The current proposal places TDC, along with 20 other councils, in Entity C whose jurisdictional area spans the top of the South Island, plus Wellington and the East coast region of the North Island. Alternatively, TDC could become part of Entity D, which encompasses the remainder of the South Island, but that is not Government’s preferred option. Irrespective of where it ends up, with only 10-12 elected members on each representation group, there is significant probability that TDC will not have a seat at the table. The reliance on appointments rather than elections, coupled with a lack of accountability to local ratepayers, plus the disconnection between ownership and governance, is causing major concern for many councils and their constituents. There is also a great deal of uncertainty as to the role of Taumata Arowai, which is set to become the dedicated water services regulator for the whole country when the... Continued on page 2

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Continued from page 1 ...Water Services Bill passes, likely sometime this month. There are, however, some compensations: the Government has offered a $2.5 billion incentive to persuade councils to opt in to the Three Waters scheme, although $1.5b of that will be funded from council assets held by the WSEs, with only $1b coming direct from Government. Last Wednesday evening, as the deadline approached for councils to respond formally to the Government, TDC discussed several of the above concerns during a public webinar hosted by Mayor Tim King and group manager community infrastructure Richard Kirby. Tim began by explaining that the policy was a long way from implementation. “No decision to opt in or opt out has been taken at this stage.” Richard then presented the council’s financial analysis of the proposal, beginning with his overall assessment. “The case is not as compelling as the Government says.” He drew attention to major discrepancies between the respective analyses of council and Government’s consultants Water Industry Commission of Scotland (WICS) regarding forecast infrastructure investment and the lifespan of council assets, which together form the basis for projected consumer costs. According to Richard, TDC’s analysis shows that an investment of only one-third of the WICS figure is required, and that council assets have a longer lifespan than suggested by the consultants. This analysis, combined with other a number of assumptions made by WICS, means that the consultants’ forecast for average household costs in 2051 is likely to be significantly overstated. On a more positive note, Richard explained that there would be significant debt reduction associated with the transfer of assets and, if the scheme went ahead, TDC would receive around $32m in Government funding. The transfer of debt associated with the Waimea Dam project would be of particular benefit to council finances. Tim moved on to discuss the “complex management structure” and addressed some key areas of concern. “Iwi are not proposed as owners,” said Tim. “But iwi will have more input

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in management.” He acknowledged that local authorities will almost certainly have less influence. “Not all councils will have a direct role in decisions.” Summing up the council’s official response to Government, Tim said the decision to opt in or out would depend on a number of factors. These include the Government’s willingness to consider alternatives to its current proposal; the transfer of council’s interest and debt in the Waimea Dam; and recognition of the issues around stormwater management related to council’s roads, reserves and parks. He said the council had requested an extension in the Government’s timeline, which would allow the above to be addressed and enable greater clarity to be achieved regarding WSE governance and overall financial transition arrangements. During the subsequent webinar Q&A session, Tim and Richard provided clarification on a number of issues including the following: all debt associated with Three Waters assets will be transferred to the WSE; water rates will disappear from the council rates bill as WSEs will charge users directly; private water schemes are not included in the programme, but could be affected by the Water Services Bill; TDC will not hold a referendum on whether to opt in or out, but there will be “full consultation with the community”; TDC’s debt associated with the Waimea Dam will be transferred to the WSE but WIL’s debt won’t; and council personnel currently working on water management will be transferred to the WSEs. Tim closed the webinar explaining that, while there may be a financial case for change, the other non-financial factors relating to governance, ongoing council influence on the WSE and the impacts, benefits, issues and risks of reform, would significantly influence the council’s final decision. “Savings are not guaranteed; consultants say there are likely to be savings, but there are a wide range of views as to what they will be… council will weigh up future costs against loss of local influence and priorities. The next step for council will be community consultation about opting in or out.” More information, including the webinar recording, can be found under “Three Waters Reform Proposal” on the TDC website: www.tasman.govt.nz.

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Tākaka Athletics athletes, from left, Ella and Paige Baigent, Lucas and Blake McCleely display rewards of their hard work. Photo: Rosa Volz. ROSA VOLZ

Tākaka Athletics is ready to restart and ramp up this summer. “We are all go for athletics for the 2021/2022 season,” confirm committee members Sarah McCleely and Jacinda Baigent. “What’s nice [about the club] is that it’s about our kids improving on their own goals. Our competition secretary records each member’s times and distances, and at the start of every meet we celebrate improvements and personal bests.” The club held its last season in 2016/2017 and is determined to reinvigorate itself. Sarah says that the objective for the season is “for everyone to participate and to have a go”. “We just want to see kids out there learning and having fun.” This season the club will teach children aged between 5 and 15 athletic disciplines, including high jump, long jump, shot put, discus, hurdles and sprints. The coaches are comprised of parents, community members and former Tākaka club athletes. Depending on interest, the club is planning to participate in about six “meets” or athletic events organised by other clubs and Athletics NZ. These events are outside the Bay, and are

predominantly day trips. Starting October 18, the meet-ups will be run at Golden Bay High School every Wednesday night from 5-6.30pm. As an added bonus, there is often a fundraiser BBQ run by the club after the meet, making it an easy dinner night for parents. Sarah says that the club is keen for participants to give it a go. “It’s a great way to gain new skills and get proper and safe coaching on techniques.” Ella Baigent, veteran of the 2016/17 season agrees, saying the participants should come along “because it’s fun”. The club encourages all to attend. No subscriptions will be charged for the first three sessions, allowing for potential athletes (and no doubt their parents) to try it out and see if it’s for them. Wednesday nights from 5-6.30pm at the Golden Bay High School grounds, for children aged between 5 and 15. Bring sports gear and shoes, plus a water bottle. If you are keen to participate or volunteer, please contact Sarah McCleely on 027 342 6000.

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This letter is directed to those dog owners who are violating the Dog Prohibitive Red Zone area, which starts at the end of the Pōhara golf course, proceeds up Pōhara beach to the Motupipi river mouth, around the headland and into the Motupipi estuary. This is an officially designated “reserve area” meant to provide some sanctuary for the nesting shorebirds, and where the godwits are able to recuperate after their marathon flight from the Arctic. There is signage displayed at the Selwyn Street car park and at the entrance to the golf course which delineates the prohibitive area, and if English is your first language you should have no problem understanding what it says. For people to willfully ignore the signs and to allow their dogs to run free off the leash in this area is not only offensive, it is outrageous. It shows a total lack of respect for kaitiakitanga - guardianship of nature. Desist now! Chris Regnault

Housing dream now a nightmare

I disagree with Ian Williams’ seemingly rather privileged view of the current housing crisis (GBW 1/10). Obviously, he must be one of the - how did he put it - ”landowning gentry“. I believe Victoria Davis is speaking about the average New Zealander who is being priced out of the market in her letter ”The impossible dream” (GBW 24/9). As an affected party of the housing crisis, I feel even though working a 40-hour week, I’m just jogging on the spot, unable to get ahead of the dream-shattering increases in house prices. Since Jacinda Ardern became PM her promise of a capital gains tax to slow housing prices has changed to, “We are not going to discuss that”. Thanks. NZ has become a land bank for the wealthy; Ian forgot to mention in his oversimplification of the current housing crisis the huge amount of empty investment homes and holiday homes. Golden Bay is full of them, as are many places in NZ, while the average Kiwi now struggles to find even a long-term rental, and not everyone wants to live communally. The dream of owning your own home is unfortunately fast moving out of reach for the majority of New Zealanders. It’s generosity not greed we need Sean Farrow Ian Williams’ letter (GBW 1/10) regarding the explosion in house prices under Jacinda Ardern’s years at the helm is Reinstating Salisbury Swingbridge appreciated as healthy debate is always needed, especially Thank you, Anita Peters and The GB Weekly, for the excellent when we face seriously damaging issues. I never suggested article about the Salisbury Bridges in last week’s edition (GBW that implementing a capital gains tax at this late stage would 1/10). save those suffering due to house price unaffordability, the Since 1887 a footbridge crossing at Salisbury Junction horse has truly bolted. has been continuously maintained, repaired and sometimes Ian writes that, ”…the land-owning gentry who naturally replaced by our local authorities. However, following the want to maximise the value of their land holdings.” If that is floods in December 2010 the bridge was not included in the true, then it is sad, as we all know how devastating it is for many reinstatement projects that took place. younger New Zealanders who are unable to compete due to The swingbridge was an immensely popular attraction today’s high prices. for both locals and visitors from New Zealand and abroad. Its I am surprised at the lack of sympathy from those who were loss has been keenly felt together with the closure of other lucky enough to be around when house prices were more attractions in the West of the Bay, like the Naked Possum, reasonable and think the hardworking yet homeless Kiwis of Farewell Spit Café, Te Anaroa Caves and Rosy Glow chocolates. today should be happy if they can get a teeny-weeny house. A small group has been formed to investigate the feasibility I know of three women who sold inherited homes to of reinstating the swingbridge and so far, support has desperate young people well below market value; we could been forthcoming from many of the Bay’s most influential use more of this attitude in these hard times organisations including Heritage Golden Bay, Golden Bay Victoria Davis Promotion Assn, Pupu Hydro Group, Collingwood RSA and Fire

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Brigade, Pakawau Community Residents’ Assn and the Bay’s Rural Women. A petition at Langford’s Store in Bainham has received hundreds of signatures in support of reinstatement. The group includes councillor Chris Hill, and is insistent that the cost of the bridge’s replacement must come from Central Government sources such as the Tourism Facilities or Infrastructure Grant Funds or one of the many other budgets available to support rural development. It is felt that TDC ratepayers already have quite enough to pay for. The group will explore self-funding means of keeping the bridge maintained as an attraction for future generations. Chris Hill, Carolyn McLellan, Kate Heal, Salisbury Bridge Reinstatement Group

Calculation errors

The article by councillor Hill in last week’s paper (GBW 1/10) shows that the TDC, having completely screwed up that damn dam, are still living in la la land. According to councillor Hill, TDC calculations range from three to nine times lower than the WICS estimates and “Council staff have formed the view that the WICS modelling is unlikely to be accurate”. The word “clueless” is more ”accurate” than this council and their “calculations”. Gary Thorpe

Honesty policy

A bouquet for Hennie Pemberton for her honesty in admitting she accidentally touched another vehicle while backing out of the FreshChoice car park recently. If only there were a few more honest people in our community. We have received two “car park dings” in the last couple of weeks and would have appreciated knowing who caused them, and no it wasn’t you Hennie - wrong days. Diane McIntosh

I am the Elephant

I walk among you now. I am in every room that you enter. I stand there in the corner, in the way. I am unavoidable. In the dead of night I inhabit your dreams. Upon waking I am here, there and everywhere. And I am growing larger by the milli-second, by the

megabyte, by the attention I demand from you all. I am the elephant in the room. You sent me here long ago when we met in the Dark Wood. We acknowledged that the day would come when you would need me to compel you, alarm you, alert you to the writing on the Great Wall. What I ask of you, what you must muster from the depths of your belly is simply and utterly a capacity to feel me. As we agreed, I demand this of you now. Breath. Respirate, exhale, oxygenate. Scream if you must. Let it out. Let it go. For all those yet to come. For all those who have gone before. For the honour of what we promised each other long ago. To grapple with me you need only a willingness to sense, to feel, to really consider, on a cellular level, what is written on the Great Wall of Walls. The language will not fail you. The past has become the future. The remaining grains of stardust are falling through the hourglass of deep time. Now has arrived again. Feed me. We need each other. Max Jones

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Road closures and night works for SH60 Motueka On 10 October work will start on installing the pedestrian signals at the existing zebra crossing on High Street (located north of Wallace Street), and the right-hand turn lane into Wallace Street. This work will involve road closures for Wallace Street during the day and night, and a night-time road closure for a section of High Street. Detours will be in place.

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Day and Night Road Closure For approximately five weeks from Monday 11 October, the entry off High Street into Wallace Street will be closed, with a detour in place. People will need to use the detour around Greenwood Street, Wilkinson Street and Tudor Street. High Street will remain open during the day.

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Night Road Closure From Sunday 10 October a section of High Street will be closed during the night from the Greenwood Street, Pah Street and High Street intersection to the Tudor Street and High Street intersection. This night-time road closure will be for two weeks, with our teams on the job between 6pm and 4am from Sunday through to Thursday nights. The following detours will be in place: • Normal ‘light’ vehicles can use the above detour for the Wallace Street closure (around Greenwood Street, Wilkinson Street and Tudor Street). • Heavier vehicles must use a longer diversion through Pah Street, Queen Victoria Street and King Edward Street.

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Citrus species have their origins in the subtropical and tropical regions of South East Asia. In New Zealand we can grow citrus even as far south as Dunedin these days, perhaps due to climate warming and taking advantage of specific microclimates. Habitat As citrus are broadleaved, evergreen bushes from the forest subcanopy, replicating this environment gets best results. They tend to thrive where temperatures are between 16⁰C and 29⁰C, and are rather frost prone. Mandarin oranges (C reticulata) are the hardiest of the common Citrus species, withstanding short periods at −10 °C. So pick a warm, sheltered position, with the warmest spot dedicated to growing sensitive limes. Citrus prefer a sunny, humid environment but handle some shade, provided it is still warm. Canopy trees offer shade and wind protection. The best situation I’ve seen for citrus is integration within native bush: a pathway for easy access meandering through the forest with various citrus and subtropicals like avocado, sapote and feijoa, well spaced and with good sun. Soil health Though citrus grow in a range of soil types, including sandy and clay soils, they prefer loamy soils that drain readily. They need a good water supply to feed surface roots, so having a soil with adequate water-holding capacity is important. Citrus in sandy soils need care with mulching and irrigation during dry periods, and extra minerals from nutrient leaching. Wetter clay soils with poor drainage can cause collar and root rot, and often result in tree death. Ideally, the soil pH is somewhere between 6.0 and 6.5. Nutritionally, citrus are quite hungry and need regular feeding. Add generous amounts of well-made woody compost every year. Make your own by leaving a pile of chippings, with added manure, and greens to decompose until fungi mycelium are obvious. Alternatively, just add chippings, etc, as mulch. The greater the diversity of plants chipped, the wider the diversity of nutrients supplied. Other mulches, especially seagrass and seaweed, add useful micronutrients. Manures also contribute nitrogen, potassium and phosphorus. Light sprinklings of wood ash also add valuable potassium, along with sulphur. Annual applications of dolomite (calcium and magnesium) are also recommended. However, for best results, after doing as much of this soil feeding as you can, do a soil test following the Kinsey-Albrecht method through Golden Bay Dolomite. This shows what minerals you are not able to supply with the efforts used and ensures a well-balanced healthy soil. Planting Like all subtropicals, the best time to plant citrus is when the soil starts warming. Space citrus (depending on type) at least four metres apart. Grub away any greenery within at least a metre. Dig a hole twice size of the root ball and loosen the subsoil with a fork. Add some compost, and on top as mulch too. Water well. Remove all fruit (especially immature fruit) before planting as this takes energy from the plant. Remove flowers for a couple of years until the shrub has established, then allow no more than half the fruit to mature until three to four years after planting. If you are on a slope, create swales or terraces to hold mulch around the root zone. Plant comfrey least 1.5 metres from the trunk loosens soil, adds nutrients and keeps mulch around roots. Nasturtium is another good companion.

A healthy citrus tree alongside a worm farm. Photo: Sol Morgan.

Harvest and pruning One advantage of citrus is they crop over a relatively long time. If you have different types and varieties you’ll have citrus most of the year. Thinning fruit early encourages larger, sweeter fruit. The fruit is ripe when the colour changes and it comes easily off the stem if gently tugged. The best time for pruning is when you are harvesting. Cutting the branch back to an upward young green shoot keeps the shrub in a good shape. Otherwise, prune in spring, not in summer when lemon tree borer is active. Old trees may need heavy pruning to encourage rejuvenation. Plant health As with all plants, maintaining health begins with soil fertility and good soil structure. Regular mulching of woody materials is essential for ongoing health and conserving soil moisture. Water-stressed trees will drop their leaves. Too much water and root diseases occur. In heavy soils, plant citrus on raised platforms to allow better drainage. Stressed plants are also more prone to insect attack. Common citrus pests include scale, aphids, and mites. Treat with a mineral oil spray like neem (add soap). Avoid spraying when bees are about and focus underneath the leaves. Sooty mould fungus is a secondary infection caused by the sap-sucking insects above. High in vitamin C, citrus is a great immune booster and worthy of a place in your garden.

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Bay Art, Young@Art coming soon

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Time to get moooving: Artists need to sort their entries out soon for this year’s Bay Art. Photo: Supplied. SUBMITTED

Golden Bay artists of all ages are working on their entries for the 34th annual Bay Art, held in conjunction with Young@Art. This year’s curator for Bay Art is Kathy Reilly who says, “Bay Art and Young@Art are wonderful annual celebrations of the creativity that exists in Golden Bay. Such a landmark in the arts calendar locally, it’s always exciting to receive the entries and put together the exhibition.” The organising team is confident that the event will go ahead within the current alert levels, and have a back-up for the opening ceremony should anything change. With plenty of space at Golden Bay High School’s hall, and 10 days in which visitors can view the exhibition, Bay Art and Young@Art “are definitely on”. This year’s judges are David James, Simon Hunter and Emma Glintmeyer - all are associated with ATELIER Studio|Gallery, an

art and faith initiative founded in 2018 in Nelson. Events such as Bay Art and Young@Art thrive because of the volunteers who bring it all together. If you’d like to be part of our team this year, please contact arts worker Tania Marsden: gbartsnz@gmail.com. Entry forms are available in town. For all the information you need for entering, or attending, use the QR code to find our Facebook event. Entries for both exhibitions will be accepted on Thursday 21 October, 9am12pm. Artists can opt for judged or non-judged. Thanks to support from local businesses, the prizes for Bay Art awards is “humbling”. “It will be a lovely way to connect with each other”.

Everyone for tennis at Open Day JO RICHARDS

Last Saturday, Golden Bay Tennis Club (GBTC) served up an early season taster at its Park Avenue courts in Takaka. The Open Day began at 9.30am with a group of fiveto seven-year-olds, some of whom were picking up a racket for the first time, being taught the basics of the game. They were followed by the Orange (8-10 years), Green (11-12 years) and Teens categories, before the adults took their turn in the early afternoon. With help from teenage coaches Catherine Hockly, Maddy Holland and Lily Tait, club coach Dave Lewis began the Orange group lesson by demonstrating the correct grip before pitching a few balls which the young players dispatched using forehand and backhand strokes. “Take the racket all the way over the shoulder,” said Dave to the rows of eager learners. “Watch that ball, and follow through in one motion.” Club president Shauli Ezroni highlighted the benefits of joining the club, which include access to the courts, plus the loan of rackets and balls. The GBTC, which is affiliated to Nelson Tennis, also offers an hourlong coaching session for each of four age categories every fortnight as part of the membership deal. “Every other Thursday, Ngaire Calder

Textiles on show: A 1920s flapper dress. Photo: Jo Richards. JO RICHARDS

Hearing the word “textile” might not induce too much excitement, but a visit to Golden Bay Museum’s latest display may well change your mind. Currently showing in a month-long exhibition is an eclectic mix of period clothing, crafts and accessories, all made from – yes, you guessed it – textiles. Items to get excited about include a rather glam 1920s flapper dress, an antique admirals’ hat, a Fijian liku, crossstitch samplers dating back to 1759, a Māori kete from 1900, and local legend Annie Chaffey’s quilt. Museum manager Karen Johnson explains how the exhibition came about. “We decided to do something between the temporary and big exhibition. We call it Collection Selection, and the first one is textiles.” Collection Selection is exactly as stated – a selection from the Museum’s extensive Margaret Wilson Collection, most of which cannot be permanently displayed due to limited exhibition space. Karen says the collection was never fully catalogued, so is asking visitors to help flesh out the heritage of the more mysterious exhibits. “If people recognise any of the artifacts, please let us know.” This Collection Selection runs until the end of October. The space will then be cleared and prepared for a major summer exhibition of works by Robin Slow, Bob Bickerton and Brian Flintoff. Collection Selection – Textiles is on at Golden Bay Museum until 30 October, 10am-4pm Monday-Friday, 10am-2pm Saturday.

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comes over from Nelson,” says Shauli. On alternate Thursdays, Dave takes over the coaching duties for the five- to sevenyear-olds, who also have reserved slots every Saturday morning. On a more casual basis, anyone who fancies a knock about can simply turn up (non-members pay $5) and play “social

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tennis” at 5.30pm every Monday. With the days are stretching out, it’s definitely time for tennis, said Shauli. “We’re getting straight into it.” For more information about Golden Bay Tennis Club, go to: clubspark.kiwi/GoldenBayTC or visit Facebook page: golden bay tennis club

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On the last day of term three, to celebrate the end of a difficult term, student leaders from Collingwood Area School organised a “Casual Clothing” Friday. In return for coming to school out of uniform, students each donated an item of food which was taken to the Golden Bay Food Bank.

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A happy crew of co-op members and supportive husbands celebrated the Living Arts Gallery re-opening last Saturday. Photo: Ronnie Short. RONNIE SHORT

There was no doubt about the gleefulness at Tukurua’s Living Arts Gallery reopening celebration last Saturday. Punters were welcomed with fluttering flags, blue and white paper lanterns and balloons, and a gazebo set up to serve champagne and cake. While many enjoyed a complimentary glass of bubbles, others purchased coffee from the Goodness-2-Go mobile coffee van parked alongside. Upon entering the gallery-shop, there is a sense of “oo-lahlah” due to the variety of arts and crafts on offer. In addition to previous offerings are a myriad of colourful new paintings, artworks, jewellery, clothing items and consumables for body and soul. This transitions into the adjoining candle shop, a peaceful zone of tastefully displayed Living Light candles. Karina Tunstall, head honcho of the whole affair, believes the shop has “gone up a notch” this season. She puts that down to learning from past experiences and having a “wonderful team”. The five women who form the Living Arts co-operative are excited about the upcoming season. Original members Karina, Ing-Marie Shallcrass and Andrea New Website Coming Soon!Matthews have welcomed

Karen Jarrett and Sheila Kennard into the fold. Karen brings her sewing skills in the form of clothing for kids and upcycled denim sunhats, hair accessories and knitted chooks. Sheila makes bush essences, inspiration cards and has written a book, which is a letter to her grandfather who was killed in the World War II. Ing-Marie, of Chickweed balms and ointments has been Karina’s right-hand woman and is a stalwart member of the group. She helped with the renovations on a daily basis and assisted Karina with financial aspects of the business. The two women spent three months renovating and revamping, using a builder and hubby-help along the way. Officially cutting the white chocolate mud cake, sculpted to look like a candle, Karina thanked the co-op members and husbands for their contributions and patience. Together with Karina’s funky ceramic and pottery plant towers, garden decals, Ing-Marie’s balms and Andrea’s pottery, the little gallery down Tukurua Road is well worth a visit for that special something. There’s even an outside seat and reading material for hubbies.

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Review: No Time To Die

ALISTAIR HUGHES

UK 2h43 Action, Adventure, Thriller With an original release date of April last year, the 25th James Bond film, No Time to Die, was the first major movie to be postponed by the pandemic. With various new premier dates announced and then promptly cancelled again, 007 appeared to be have been decommissioned at last. But a vast publicity machine run by no less than three major Hollywood studios kept interest alive, and now that the new Bond is finally here audiences and critics seem to be discovering that this is exactly what we’ve been waiting for all along. There was a rule of thumb applied to the original Star Trek films that only the even numbered sequels were any good, and this held broadly true for many years. The opposite has seemed the case with Daniel Craig’s five Bond films. His muchpraised 2006 debut in Casino Royale even provoked talk of an Oscar-worthy performance, only to be quelled by the incomprehensible and mostly forgotten follow up: Quantum of Solace (2008). Then 2012’s Skyfall literally brought us the best Bond film in many a year, followed by the decidedly mixed response to the uninspiring Spectre (2015). So how does Craig’s final appearance as 007 stack up? The actor is arguably the only one to have played Bond with any character development, in a connecting narrative across his films. From his brutish pre-”license to kill” introduction in Casino Royale to a retired agent aware that his best days are behind him in this film, Daniel Craig has possibly come closest to making James Bond a real person. So it is fitting that this mature version of the character appears to have rediscovered his charm, humour and even a quality which could almost be described as “cuddliness”. Calling “M”(Ralph Fiennes), “darling” is a display of mischievous affection which even Roger Moore would have pulled back from. Although still intimidatingly buff, most of the physical action is performed by the vehicles Craig drives, and director Cary Fukunaga proves that there are still many ways to make car chases visually thrilling and emotionally engaging, Even a sequence involving 4WD “café tractors” is utterly gripping. Bond may have aged, but so have his friends and associates, and there is a definite air of finality as some familiar elements are shockingly removed from Bond’s life through the course of the story. As events escalate it begins to feel less like pieces being removed from the game, and more like the playing board being swept clean. There are also new faces to enjoy, the stand out being Craig’s Knives Out co-star Ana de Armas as newly qualified CIA Agent Paloma’ Lethally effective and disarmingly goofy, it is certainly a sign of the times that her all-too-soon farewell with Bond consists of a firm handshake of mutual respect, and not a bedroom scene. Our villain is none other than Freddie Mercury, or at least Bohemian Rhapsody’s Rami Malek. His angular features and exquisitely underplayed performance convey industrial strength menace by doing very little. The evil scheme might give the impression that little has changed in the world of James Bond, but it isn’t the case at all. Constantly on the back foot and being forced out of retirement to discover that a young woman now holds his 007 license, Bond’s methods are widely regarded as outdated and quaint. Craig’s depiction of a man gradually realising that the stakes are much higher than he first thought might be shared by a Bond-savvy audience, with the clues to perhaps the most impactful ending of any James Bond film seeded throughout. Particularly the repeated phrase, “We have all the time in the world” and haunting refrains of that Louis Armstrong classic threaded within the soundtrack. No Time to Die has been well worth waiting for. THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 8 OCTOBER 2021

Screening Schedule - October Show Me Shorts: Whānau Friendly (PG) Fri 8 2:00 5:00 Ainbo (G) 8:00 ***No Time To Die (M) New James Bond release!*** Sat 9 2:00 “South” The Tour Te Waipounamu Story - Purchased tickets are still valid. Limited door sales (20) 5:00 Ainbo (G) 8:00 Show Me Shorts: The Sampler (M) Sun 10 5:00 “Classic Cinema” The Man from Laramie (1955) (PG) 8:00 Reminiscence (M) (Final) Tue 12 2:00 Paw Patrol: The Movie (G) 5:00 Ainbo: Spirit of the Amazon (G) Wed 13 2:00 Show Me Shorts: Whānau Friendly (PG) (Final) 8:00 No Time To Die (M) Thu 14 2:00 Ainbo: Spirit of the Amazon (G) (Final) 8:00 Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (M) Fri 15 2:00 Paw Patrol: The Movie (G) (Final) 5:00 The Man in the Hat (PG) 8:00 Pig (M) Sat 16 5:00 Show Me Shorts: The Sampler (M) (F) 8:00 No Time To Die (M) Sun 17 4:30 Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (M)

Sun 17 8:00 Ride The Eagle (M) Wed 20 5:00 Ride The Eagle (M) 8:00 Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings(M)(Final) Thu 21 8:00 No Time To Die (M) Fri 22 1:00 The Man in the Hat (PG) 5:00 Pig (M) 8:00 Ride The Eagle (M) Sat 23 4:30 No Time To Die (M) 8:00 The Big Bike Night (PG) Adults $22, U17 $17, U12 $12. Tickets: https://www. trybooking.co.nz/FYE. Village Theatre sales available from Fri 22nd, 12pm Sun 24 5:00 “Classic Cinema” The Red Shoes (PG) 8:00 The Alpinist Wed 27 5:00 Pig (M) 8:00 The Man in the Hat (PG) Thu 28 8:00 The Alpinist Fri 29 1:00 No Time To Die (M) 5:00 The Rose Maker (M) 8:00 Pig (M) Sat 30 5:00 The Alpinist 8:00 Ride the Eagle (M) (Final) Sun 31 5:00 The Man in the Hat (PG) (Final) 8:00 No Time To Die (M) (Final) Buy tickets online at villagetheatre.org.nz Lobby ticketing as normal. No phone bookings.

Movie Descriptions THE ROSE MAKER (M) France 1h35 Comedy, Drama, World Cinema When times get tough, a passionate rose-grower used to living in isolation is forced to hire workers who know nothing about gardening in this comedic French drama.

AINBO: SPIRIT OF THE AMAZON (PG) Netherlands, Peru 1h24 Adventure, Animated, Fantasy A girl, born and raised deepest jungle of the Amazon. When her home’s threatened by illegal logging and mining, she must defend her home from those responsible.

PIG (M) USA 1h31 Drama, Thriller Nicolas Cage plays a quiet truffle hunter living alone in the Oregonian wilderness. When someone kidnaps his beloved foraging pig, he returns to Portland and confronts his past to find the people responsible.

RIDE THE EAGLE (M) USA 1h29 Comedy, Drama In order to claim his estranged mother ’s inheritance —a cabin in Yosemite—a man must first meet all of her surprise conditions in this comedic man-meets-nature flick.

SHANG-CHI AND THE LEGEND OF THE TEN RINGS (M) China, USA 2h12 Action, Adventure, Marvel Blockbuster Marvel Studios’ Shang-Chi stars Simu Liu, who must confront the past he thought he left behind when he is drawn into the web of the mysterious Ten Rings organisation.

SHOW ME SHORTS 2021: Whānau Friendly (PG) Films for kids Including Animation 1h and The Sampler (M) 1h45 International Shor t Film Fe s t i va l. Fo r m o re i n fo visit: showmeshorts.co.nz Programme - Cinema Sessions

THE ALPINIST USA 1h32 DOCUMENTARY, SPORT Filmmaker Peter Mortimer (The Dawn Wall) encounters an elusive young climber named Marc-André Leclerc, an evolution in free solo mountaineering unfolds.

“Classic Cinema” - THE RED SHOES (PG) UK 2h13 Drama, Music, “Michael Powell’s classic tale of Romance a lovely young ballerina caught between love and her burning passion for dance has been restored. Winner of the Best Art Direction and Best Music Oscars, Academy Awards 1949.

THE MAN IN THE HAT (PG) UK 1h35 Comedy With five angry men chasing him, the Man in the Hat jumps in a small Fiat 500 and drives through France in this light-hearted comedy. He encounters various characters during his travels... potentially Recorded Live Performance finding lost love too.

THE BIG BIKE NIGHT (PG) Short Films, Sport, Adventure The 2021 collection has a breath-taking range of short movies that are original, educational, entertaining and most importantly of all – inspirational; all celebrating the joy that cycling enables.

32 Commercial Street, Takaka ꟾ For bookings please visit www.villagetheatre.org.nz

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Welcome return for Village Market

Central’s 125th anniversary

Central Takaka School will host their 125th anniversary on 22 October. Photo: Ronnie Short. RONNIE SHORT

Plans to celebrate Central Takaka School’s 125th anniversary have been scaled back due to the current Covid alert level status. An afternoon tea will now be held on Friday 22 October for those who register, as numbers need to be restricted. A commemorative tree planting will take place along with the unveiling of a memorial plaque, which will be sited on the exterior wall of the newest classroom building. There will also be photo displays and a tour of the school. Interim principal Stuart McDonald explained that, with uncertainties around lockdown possibilities and altering alert levels, the decision was made to push on and “do it anyway”. A team of parents have organised the occasion. To register your attendance, phone 525 9200.

Central Takaka School is celebrating

The community catches up and does some shopping at last Saturday’s Village Market. Photos: Jo Richards. JO RICHARDS

Village Market organiser Grant Knowles was very pleased with last Saturday’s re-opening. “The market was really great. We

couldn’t have had better weather and it was very well attended by both stallholders and the public,” said Grant. “I had many people come to me on the day saying how happy they were that the market was back and lots of good wishes to me on a personal note about my trip with cancer. “Stallholders were happy to be back trading and while there was just several minor items to iron out we had such a nice atmosphere and good trading.”

125 years Join us on Friday 22 October for a celebratory tree planting, afternoon tea and a trip down memory lane. Due to Covid alert level restrictions please let us know if you will be joining us as soon as possible. Ph: the school office 525 9200 office@centraltakaka.school.nz

Market manager Grant Knowles and son Ananda.

Andy Williams gets the sausages sizzling.

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

Your flood history could help us all in the future We maintain detailed records of floods that occur across the entire region in our hydrological database, but sometimes a mark on a wall or an entry in an old diary can hold valuable historical information that we may not be aware of.

Our 2021 – 2051 Future Development Strategy (FDS) sets out where and how residential and business growth within Nelson and Tasman regions will occur over the next 30 years. We have several webinars coming up where our staff will provide an overview of the project and seek feedback on some key questions. You will also be able to suggest sites for future housing and business development. The upcoming webinars are:

Occasionally we find a record of a flood from long ago which has been marked as a line on someone’s shed or other structure and our hydrological staff are keen to record as many of these marks as possible before they are lost. If you have a mark from a flood long ago and would like it recorded, please contact us on hydro@tasman.govt.nz with your name, contact details, plus the location, along with the date of the flood if known. Alternatively, you can contact us on 03 543 8400 and ask for the Duty Hydrologist.

• Monday 11 October, 6.00 pm – 7.30 pm • Wednesday 13 October, 3.30 pm – 5.00 pm

Grants to support youth

More information, including how to join the webinars, can be found at tasman.govt.nz/fds.

Did you know we offer grants of up to $500 to students in Tasman to participate in youth leadership opportunities? This can be used for activities such as The Spirit of New Zealand, Outward Bound, Festival for the Future, Whenua Iti Outdoors and other experiences, conferences and workshops.

If you have any further queries, please email futuredevelopmentstrategy@tasman.govt.nz.

How should we respond to sea level rise and coastal hazards in Tasman? Many parts of Tasman District’s coastline are vulnerable to storm inundation and/or coastal erosion. We are continuing to work with communities to ensure we’re better prepared for future sea level rise and coastal hazards. Conversations are currently underway to talk about and identify options that enable us to adapt. Our options broadly fit into four categories; accommodate, protect, avoid and retreat. Visit our website to learn more about this project, our broad options, and share your views and ideas: tasman.govt.nz/coastal-management.

The grant is provided to support the personal development of young people living in Tasman. Applications are accepted all year around. To be eligible, you must: • Live in Tasman District. • Be aged between 15 – 20 years. • Be applying to a programme / project / training which has a central focus on youth leadership. • Provide a report back to us. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy a potentially life-changing opportunity. Get all the details and make your application now at tasman.govt.nz, search ‘youth leadership grant’.

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Moves are underway to give the young people of Golden Bay a clearer voice in the community with plans to re-establish the Golden Bay Youth Council. Applications for the 2022 Youth Council are open now with young community leaders between the ages of 12 and 24 being sought to join. Youth Councillors participate in conferences and hui, and organise projects that are important for young people. The Youth Council brings the desires and concerns of young people to the attention of Tasman District Council and central government. It also provides first-hand experience of local government to young people. For more information about the Golden Bay Youth Council, email Jess Jacquier at youth.council@gbwct.org.nz.

Bridge weight limits and speed restrictions We manage 518 bridges across the Tasman District and each year some are earmarked for replacement or maintenance. About 30 of these structures, often in rural or more remote areas, have special weight and speed restrictions due to their size, age or unique condition. Occasionally these special restrictions change. Please check our website to ensure you are up to date with the latest information about our bridges. Visit tasman.govt.nz and search ‘bridges’.

New financial reporting structure Changes have been made to which committee we now report our financials to at the Council. From now on these reports will be presented to the Operations Committee instead of the Full Council. Every quarter of the financial year we present a Treasury Update and Quarterly Financial Update. This provides an update of our actual position against the Annual Plan or Tasman's 10-Year Plan 2021 – 2031. The next update will be around November and will ensure we are tracking along the lines set out in Tasman's 10-Year Plan 2021 – 2031 which was adopted on 30 June this year.

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Coastal Erosion Protection Structures on Council Reserve Land Policy Public consultation on a draft policy around Coastal Erosion Protection Structures on Council Reserve Land is now underway. The policy’s purpose is to try and provide greater clarity to applicants on how to apply for such a structure to be built and also to provide guidance to the Council on granting approval. Consultation is open between Monday 4 October and Friday 29 October. You can read the draft policy on our 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: Coastal Erosion Protection Structures, Tasman District Council, Private Bag 4, Richmond 7050.

Golden Bay Youth Council needs you

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/meetings-calendar for the Zoom link. Golden Bay Community Board Tuesday 12 October, 9.30 am.

What weight is your glass crate? Blue recycling crates are for clear, green or brown clean glass bottles and jars. The contents can’t sit above the top lip of the crate, and it shouldn’t weigh more than 12kg. Glass that sits above the top lip of the crate may seem harmless, but it poses a risk to our drivers and also passing members of the public if it were to fall off while being lifted. Remember too, broken glass in the crate is dangerous and will also result in the crate being rejected.

Tasman Regional Transport Committee Monday 18 October, 9.30 am. No public forum. Joint Shareholders Committee Tuesday 19 October, 9.00 am. No public forum. Motueka Community Board Tuesday 19 October, 4.00 pm. 21476 HotHouse Creative

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This information has tremendous value and is widely used by both the Council and wider public to reduce the risk of harm to humans and livestock. It’s also a tool widely used by planners to avoid damage to structures, crops and other assets around Tasman.

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Tākaka Citizens Band celebrates

George Channing Gilbert, founder coductor 1881-1901.

One of the earliest photographs of the Tākaka Citizens Band (date unknown). All photos supplied. ANITA PETERS

Norm Bensemann, conductor 1918-1947.

Keith Reynish, conductor 1947-1972.

Bruce King, conductor 1972-1975. 12

In 1881, when 22-year-old Clifton settler George Channing Gilbert began holding fundraising variety concerts to buy instruments for a brass band, he could not have imagined its long future ahead. This year, the Tākaka Citizens Band, one of New Zealand’s oldest brass bands, marks its 140th year. Celebrating this remarkable milestone, however, has been postponed until possibly March 2022 due to Covid restrictions. The instruments George purchased came from Germany. As secretary, conductor and music instructor of his band of keen settlers, he organised practices in the new Clifton Library. By 1883, they were proficient enough to hold their first public performances: at a floral service at Tākaka’s Church of the Epiphany, and later for a “Grand Musical and Dramatic Entertainment” in the newly built Oddfellows Hall, constructed primarily for concerts, theatre and dances. This soon became the new band practice room. In 1915, the old Tākaka Courthouse was purchased and hauled on rollers to a section on Commercial Street. This old building then served the band for almost 55 years, lit only by carbide lamps and heated with a small wood burning stove, both replaced in 1960 with fluorescent lighting and kerosene heating. In 1970, the building was sold and replaced by the long-awaited newly built band room in Junction Street. During the gold rush years, they played enthusiastic performances at public functions and private garden parties. Their popularity had quickly grown, fostered by occasions such as the Collingwood Hall opening in 1888 when, entering the harbour by steamer playing “lively music”, they inspired spontaneous street dancing. The tenacity and dedication of bandsmen – despite difficulties travelling by steamer or on horseback around the coastal bridle tracks and over rivers while carting bulky instruments – won hearts within the growing community. In 1908, the band played at the new Tākaka District High School opening plus the Athletic Association New Year’s Day meet, and that same year changed their name from the Tākaka Brass Band to the Tākaka Citizens Band. Before 1900 the only “uniform” was a small striped cap, but in 1910 the first heavy military-styled navy uniform was introduced. Over the years this has been improved upon endless times. A range of colours, fabrics and embellishments have come and gone, from black wool tweed, gold trims, blue stripes and scrollwork to the lighter-weight blue with gold leg stripes that remain today. Between 1890 and 1910 engagements increased, and band membership doubled, remaining steady until World War 1 broke out and many bandsmen went overseas, some never to return. At the end of the war, the remaining members led a joyous celebratory parade down Commercial Street. Throughout the 1920s and 30s, band attendance was high. Enthusiastic new musician Peter Pahl rejuvenated the band with his infectious energy, encouraging new recruits and achieving good practice turnouts. With hearty town support, the band entered and won the Nelson Provincial Contest Quick-step Competition, their performance repeated later on Pōhara Beach. Constant band fundraising involved variety concerts, card

evenings, horse racing, raffles and donations, enabling new silver instruments to be purchased by installments from Beggs Music Store in Nelson. Funding assistance also came from the Peace Celebrations, the Golden Bay A&P Show and the band room hire. During the 1920s, Saturday night dances, raffles and Christmas carolling were popular fundraisers, added to in the 1930s by regular card evenings and the annual Band Ball. Regular concerts at Pōhara Beach picnics resulted in the beach band rotunda construction in 1935. It fell into disrepair but was restored in 1987. In 1960, housie became the main income source along with various community grants. When World War 2 broke out, band numbers again dropped. The few left here kept the band alive and again led the celebration parades through the township at the war’s end. From 1940 to 1960, radio had a huge influence on the style of music played, moving from traditional marches, waltzes, polkas and hymns to more popular music. By 1954, under Keith Reynish’s guidance, the band was solid and strong. They had competed in the New Zealand Brass Band Championship in Wellington in 1951, and while unsuccessful in their events it was a thrilling experience for those who had never flown in a DC3 plane nor even been out of Tākaka. In 1957, band president Claude Reilly introduced Honorary Membership. For the first time the band played for both Takaka and Collingwood ANZAC services. With other regular commitments the financial future began to look brighter. To help fill its collection box, the band played Christmas carols on a truck around the district every Sunday for six weeks leading up to Christmas. This always ended with the Santa Parade through town, followed by a concert for the hospital’s elderly residents. Also in 1957, the Nelson Marlborough West Coast Pipe and Brass Bands Association was formed, introducing festivals held in a different place each year. The Tākaka Band joined and attended all except one until the events discontinued. Stories abound of these trips away; one was after the 1960 festival on the West Coast when, on the home trip, a wrong turning near Murchison resulted in band members waking up in Christchurch. Tākaka hosted four band festivals, the largest and most memorable in 1961 involving street marches, the festival itself

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140 years of musical service

Ron Swan, conductor 1975-1995, 2005-2007. A more recent incarnation of the Tākaka Citizen’s Band parades past the old Junction Hotel on Anzac Day.

and a Saturday night social. The band was then thriving, with 32 enthusiastic members, including from 1967 the first woman member, Colleen Reynish, followed soon after by Jenny Delaney and Elizabeth Stocker. Recruitment and town pride for its local band was strong. The next few years were dedicated to fundraising for the new band room, with as many events and practices as possible. By 1969, the same year as the Pipe and Brass Band Festival in Westport, volunteers felled and milled timber and other materials were donated for the new band room, which saved huge costs and strengthened the band. Working bees totalling over 700 hours of voluntary labour were regular weekend events right up to completion of the building, which was officially opened in the middle of 1969. Soon after, members travelled to the Westport Festival. Since then, improvements, adaptations and maintenance of the band room have been ongoing. The dedication of members is often referred to at various social and official functions. Despite confusion over the actual date, the centennial was celebrated in 1971 with a full musical programme and the attendance of many past members. In 1975, the band became affiliated to the NZ Brass Band Association, which entitled members to be awarded medals and certificates (rather than only the Life Membership certificates) for 50 years or more of service to the band and community. In 1979, Bavarian music was popular and fun, and the Bavarian Band was formed as a fundraising idea. Its first engagement was at the Rat Trap Hotel in Upper Tākaka. The 11 original members wore Bavarian-style shorts and braces with feather-decorated hats. They played at many local functions and, despite some feelings of division between bandsmen, they continued for about 20 years. In the late 70s they won the South Island Championships overall A Grade Band. The Tākaka Citizens Band has become a way of life for many families, senior members passing on their passions to younger generations. The Bensemann, Petterson, Page and Reynish families are just some of those who have made this brass band one of the country’s best. At one stage there were seven Bensemanns in the band.

The Bavarian Band formed in 1979 as a fundraising idea. THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 8 OCTOBER 2021

Keith Reynish, conductor until 1972, introduced his son, two daughters and grandson to the band and encouraged many other new players. An extraordinarily accomplished musician himself, Keith could conduct with one hand while playing the cornet with the other and could also play the alto sax and tenor sax both at the same time, one each side of his mouth. The generosity of benefactors too, particularly life members Graeme and Nola Drummond, have also contributed towards the band’s overall success. Band numbers have fluctuated due to circumstance, such as following the dairy factory fire of 2005 when several band members left the district. Recruitment and teaching have therefore always been a priority. In 1946, when Tākaka High School borrowed instruments to start their own band, a lack of tutors encouraged the keenest to join the Citizens Band. Before the advent of television in the 1960s, there was no trouble recruiting younger players. However, a certain discipline was needed, like turning up for band practice every Monday night, and a special skill to play and march together, described by one band member as a “definite gift, particularly with large instruments.” The ladies’ committee, initiated in 1955, involved wives, whether musical or not. With their own bank account and elected trustees, they supported behind the scenes, organising events such as street stalls, social functions, dances, suppers, sausage sizzles, and Christmas parties complete with Santa and presents. Each band member has made their mark and been acknowledged for it. For 140 years the band has performed at almost every public function the town has had; A&P shows, school galas and centenaries, market days, Christmas carolling and Santa parades, garden parties, weddings, musical and drama entertainment, regattas, variety concerts, Peace Celebrations, dances, sports meetings and competitions, the annual Band Ball which became the New Year’s Eve dance, Fire Brigade, RSA and ANZAC parades and concerts. It has represented our small town at endless events outside the district. It is the cornerstone of our small rural community, guaranteed to always turn up in rain, hail and shine. This year on 19 June, at the annual Awards Dinner at the River Inn, the many achievements of the band were acknowledged, including long-standing service. Attendance by members of the Motueka Brass Band was also testimony to the respect and strong relationship shared between the two towns. There were too many recipients of longservice awards to list. Those noted for over a quarter-of-a-century’s membership were Paul Sangster (45 years), Willa Visker (38), Michael Reynish (37), Sharon Snowden, Valda Harris and Henk Visker (all 32), Brian (Tub) Bruning (29), Jill Mead (28), Johanne Berkahn (26) and Rob McDonald (25). Special recognition went to Crowther Reynish, the longest-standing member (72 years), and to Barry Cashman, current patron and the only non-player who has supported the band for 49 years. Without doubt, the Tākaka Citizens Band is an organisation that reflects civic pride. The GB Weekly would like to thank Golden Bay Museum for allowing access to its photographic archives.

Adam Bickley, conductor 1995-2000.

Johanne Berkahn, conductor 2000-2005, 200813

CLASSIFIEDS AGM NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICES / Pānui a whānui

FRIENDS of Golden Bay AGM, 7.30pm on Tuesday 19 October, Mohua Social Services Hall.

Our School Holiday Lessons start on Monday the 11th and run every day until Friday the 15th

TAKAKA Citizens’ Band AGM at the band room, Monday 18 October at 8pm. COLLINGWOOD Health Centre Trust AGM, Tuesday 26 October, 6.30pm at the Collingwood fire station. New trustees needed for the 2021/22 year. If interested please ph Graeme Miller 027 713 4809.

We only have a few spaces left

Term 4 Lessons Start on the 19th and run for 9 lessons. We still have space in our classes for 4yrs and up

GOLDEN Bay Housing Trust AGM, Friday 22 October, 12 noon at the Golden Bay Workcentre. FOREST and Bird Protection Society, Golden Bay branch, AGM on Wednesday 20 October, 7.30pm at Senior Citizens’ Hall, Takaka. Guest speaker: Professor Cockrem on “Penguins at Port.” Public welcome.

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

PERSONAL NOTICES / Pānui ake CLIVE James please contact Genie from Nelson, txt 021 214 1270, magicdancer54@gmail.com

on Monday 11 October To our wonderful

Michelle

NOTIFICATION OF GRAZING LEASE/LICENCE CONCESSION APPLICATION The Minister of Conservation gives notice under section 17SC of the Conservation Act 1987 of an application from Lone Star Farms Limited for a grazing lease/licence of Puponga Farm Park, Cape Farewell, Golden Bay District, for the purpose of grazing sheep and beef cattle. The application is for the continuance of an existing activity. Further details of the proposed concession are available at www.doc.govt.nz/consultations Any person or organisation may make comment in writing to the Director-General for or against the proposal. The submissions must be made on a submission form downloaded from the specific application webpage found at www. doc.govt.nz/consultations (or available from your local DOC office). You may make a submission by sending a written or electronic submission to: permissionshokitika@doc.govt.nz Director-General Private Bag 701 Hokitika 7842 Attn: Lucy Croft (Permissions Advisor) Submissions CLOSE at 5pm, 8 November 2021. Once submitted, submitters’ information is subject to the Official Information Act 1982 and may be released under that Act. If you wish to keep any part of your submission confidential, you need to state this in writing when making your submission. Any person or organisation wishing to be heard in support of his/her submission, must request (within that submission) an opportunity to appear before the Director-General. If a hearing is required, it is likely to occur on the week starting 15 November 2021.

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From all of us at The GB Weekly

PUBLIC NOTICES / Pānui a whānui DUE to Covid-19 the Aorere Flower Show has been postponed till February, Covid willing. Thank you, Lois Benjamin. GOLDEN Bay Community Board Meeting will take place at 11am, Tuesday 12 October. Please note the later start time, and be aware under Covid-19 Alert Level 2 room occupancy restrictions mean public attendance (including public forum) is limited to Zoom only, with a link available on the Tasman District Council website. GB Animal Welfare Society Inc (ex-SPCA). Ph Carol Wells 525 9494, 8am-5pm weekdays.

DRIVE-THROUGH COVID-19 VACCINATION CLINICS Golden Bay Community Health are running ‘drive-thru’ Covid Vaccination Clinics in October to make it easier for whanau to get their Covid shots together. These clinics are for people getting their first or second Covid vaccination and everyone having their vaccine on the day, will go into the draw for one of two $100 grocery vouchers in addition to spot prizes

CURIOUS about Quakers? Come and check us out. Ph Jude 524 8291. <www.quakers.nz>

Friday 22nd October

ALCOHOLICS Anonymous, open meeting, all welcome. Thursdays 7pm, 94 Commercial Street. Hall behind the Catholic Church. Ph 0800 229 6757.

Venue is GBCH Health Centre 10 Central Takaka Road

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.

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 WEEKLY: Stitch ‘n Sew, Takaka and Collingwood On the Spot store are our agents. Or email us: admin@gbweekly.co.nz. Office hours are Monday-Wednesday, 9am-5pm. Deadline is 12pm each Tuesday. Read the paper online at www.gbweekly.co.nz

Drive-through clinic in Takaka. Whanau can come in their car and get their shot together.

Saturday 23rd October

Drive-through clinic in Collingwood. Whanau can come in their car and get their shot together. Venue is Collingwood Health Centre carpark, Lewis Street, Collingwood Get on the journey to protect yourself; your whanau and our community from Covid-19. Let’s get 90% of GB residents vaccinated before the borders open.

Appointments can be made by phoning 03 525 0060

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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. BRICKLAYING/ blocklaying. KRW Contracting for all your masonry needs. 25 years’ experience. No job too small. Ph Ken 021 307 019. 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. 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. THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 8 OCTOBER 2021

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HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora

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 Takaka, ph 525 7399, 027 777 4738, 027 525 7399.

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, Pohara. Ph 525 8870.

GARDENING services. Ph Carlos 027 751 9730.

CAROLYN Simon, Craniosacral therapist, naturopath, medical herbalist. For appointments or flower essences text 027 483 5865, ph 525 8544.

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

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COMPLETE Healthcare with NIS by Neurolink, using neuroscience principles to achieve optimum health. 2020 Masters series. Practitioner Anne Michell. Ph 525 8733 or GOLDEN Bay Storage, Takaka. Dry, safe, secure, alarmed, 027 751 7970. insurance approved. Furniture trailer available. Ph Marg Dr Bruce Dooley, MD. Private GP consulting. 027 222 5499, goldenbaystorage@gmail.com Intravenous immune and detox therapies. Green Grass Accounting - Chartered Accountant. Appointments ph 525 7125 or enquire: health@drdooley.co.nz MYOB Partner and Xero Certified. Local accountant providing 14 Junction Street (side door) business and personal accounting services. ERICA van Sint Annaland Physiotherapy, Golden Bay Ph Robert 029 775 6459 Community Health. ACC and private visits. Ph 027 776 6111. or email robert@greengrassaccounting.co.nz. JAN Jackson, emotional health specialist. Stress, anxiety and HASS avocado trees available now, professionally grafted, tall trauma release for lasting change. Ph 021 194 8870. healthy plants, grown in Golden Bay so ideally suited to South LISA Williams, registered medical herbalist, iridologist, Island conditions. Ph Sarah 027 525 9974. Reiki master, reflexology, herbal apothecary. www. HEAT pump installation, sales and servicing. Ph Dave McKay goldenbayiridology.com Ph 525 6150, txt 027 451 9797. 027 404 4740, 525 8538. GOLDEN BAY DIGGER HIRE 1.7 tonne. Ph 027 713 0684.

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? LAWNMOWING. Pakawau, Bainham, Takaka to Wainui. Ph N Shaw 525 7597, 027 212 4020. niallshaw_6@hotmail.com LAWNMOWING, www.goldenbaypropertyservices.co.nz, ph 027 690 0769. LINENS by James Dunlop, velvets by MOKUM, sheers by Maurice Kain, and NZ iconic prints by Hemptech. Transform your space with floor-to-ceiling curtains made up with your choice of liner. Ph Imagine designs today 027 440 0071. NGANGA picture framing, Collingwood, enquiries ph 021 107 6312, 524 8660. Expert framing by a professional artist. ORANGE Rentals have rental cars, trailers and a furniture trailer available for hire. Ph 027 337 7147. 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 (Takaka). 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. TAKAKA Garden Services, for all your lawn and garden needs. Ph 027 525 8006 or 525 8806. TAKAKA Self Storage, Commercial Street. Units and containers. Secure yard with cameras. Ph 525 6181. TILING. KRW Contracting for all your tiling needs. No job too small. Ph Ken 021 307 019. WINDOW cleaning. Ph Willem 022 134 1726. THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 8 OCTOBER 2021

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

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Open up your full potential through a detailed energy reading with Master Reader Nate

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Reiki Master & Pranic healer

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

Chiropractor Inga Schmidt

MSc (Chiro), DC, MNZCA

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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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Ph 027 338 9504

Golden Bay Health Centre, 12 Motupipi St

www.healthfocus.co.nz ACC registered

HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora

SITUATIONS VACANT / Tūranga wātea

Healing with Grace Massage

(Relaxation & Therapeutic)

Reiki

FIRST 1 HOUR TREATMENT - $40 FOR GB LOCALS

Emma Sutherland Massage Therapist/Reiki Practitioner & Trainer P 027 487 2639 Email: emma@ameliorate.nz

www.ameliorate.nz

021 346642 ♥ 525 8106

Grant Watson Manipulative Physiotherapist

Collingwood Health Centre at Collingwood Area School

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

We are looking for a part-time Super Star to join our awesome team • • • • • • •

Training will be provided. Available days, evenings & rotated weekends Confident to work solo shifts Be physically fit and healthy Have excellent communication and organisation skills Have an outgoing and pleasant personality Have a strong work ethic and be able to work well under pressure.

For more info call in and drop off your CV at Super Liquor Golden Bay or email to sl.goldenbay@gmail.com

SITUATIONS VACANT / Tūranga wātea SAFE Heavenly Haven cafe at the MAD Theartre in Aorere will be needing more experienced front-of-house staff. Building a great team at the MAD all current staff are exempt from masking. Jab no job protecting others in spike-free zone. Ph or txt 021 107 6312 or email CV to ngangart@gmail.com

Position:

FULL -time cafe employment available 5km from Takaka at Anatoki Salmon fishing and cafe. New team members have to perform a variety of duties in the Anatoki Salmon kitchen/ cafe counter to ensure an excellent customer experience. If you love to work in hospitality, please apply to start in November or December. Email catch@anatokisalmon.co.nz for more information or apply and include your CV.

Sollys requires the services of a Dispatcher who is enthusiastic, professional, solution focused and passionate about the trucking industry.

The purpose of this position is to provide efficient allocation and management of Takaka based fleet. This includes Operational interaction with, but not limited to, Contracting, Freight, Livestock, Local Trucks, and the Golden Bay Dolomite Teams. Communication with all Managers in other Operative Area is paramount. Manage stock control, dispatch blending and replenishment of fertiliser stocks, both our own and Ravensdown’s. You will be a team player, have a clean driving record, a good standard of health, and dedicated to ensuring the Team meet the highest safety standards. This is a full-time position offering a competitive salary. The Full Job Description is available at our website www.sollys.co.nz | Contact Us | Employment or email hr@sollys.co.nz Submit applications to: The HR Team | hr@sollys.co.nz

Registered Nurse - CASUAL -

Te Whare Mahana has an exciting opportunity for a nurse to work in a variety of clinical settings. You will be working with an experienced team who strive to provide high quality care. You will be able to work autonomously and participate in a multi-disciplinary approach to care. You need to have a positive outlook, compassion and the ability to be flexible in your approach. Having excellent communication and organisational skills are an essential part of your day to day work. You will need to be able to work with a range of cultures, values and be a team player. Skills & Experience: Minimum 3 years’ experience as a registered nurse. Experience in mental health an advantage. Recognising and managing risk in a clinical environment. Working in an emotionally challenging and changing environment.

Applications close 5pm Friday 22nd October For a job description and application form, please e-mail twm@twm.org.nz, or go to

CASUAL

TWM - Community Mental Health Service is seeking a dynamic Case Manager to deliver focused-based, recovery-orientated assessments and clinical interventions to service-users as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Takaka Branch Dispatcher / Depot Manager

This is an exciting position creating an opportunity for a selfmotivated person who has experience in a diverse freighting operation. We are looking for excellent communication skills, organisational and planning skills, and clear solution-focused thinking in an ever-changing daily environment, good written and computer skills and strong management and directive strengths.

Registered Health Professional

This individual should demonstrate excellent communication and problem-solving skills, utilise initiative, and hold relevant mental-health specific experience.

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

The successful candidate will maintain a caseload, participate in a mental health crisis on-call roster, and assist with interagency co-ordination as part of a supportive and collaborative team. If this is you, we would like to hear from you.

Applications close 5pm, Friday 22nd October 2021 For a detailed job description & application form, please e-mail twm@twm.org.nz, or go to

www.twm.org.nz/careers

Finance Officer PPT - 24 hours/week

Te Whare Mahana are seeking a professional finance person to lead its accounting and fundraising activities in Golden Bay. The position reports directly to the General Manager, is part of the supportive senior leadership team and is influential in the operational success of the organisation. The role is to provide support to the wider team, with a mix of accounts and fundraising, liaising with both internal and external stakeholders daily. A finance or accounting qualification is essential and at least 3 years’ experience is highly favourable. Experience in a NGO or Not-for-Profit organisation would be an advantage. The position is part time 3 days a week/8hrs or 4 days a week/6hrs, negotiable (total 24hrs/week).

Applications close 5pm Friday 15th October For a job description and application form, please e-mail twm@twm.org.nz, or go to

www.twm.org.nz/careers

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29 Waitapu Road, Takaka

New Listing/Open Home For Sale: DEADLINE SALE - Closes 2pm, Thurs 28th October, UNLESS SOLD PRIOR Open Home: Saturday 9th Oct 12pm - 12.30pm WONDERFUL ON WAITAPU - This quaint three-bedroomcottage on Waitapu Road is absolutely wonderful and oozing character. You will be charmed by the warm timber features, the way the sun streams in, and the effortless indoor outdoor flow. Set back from the main road, you will find a chook run, a greenhouse, thriving gardens, and a sleepout with power, plus two garden sheds providing extra space and practicality. Call Sam now for further details!

2D Feary Crescent, Takaka

13 Wadsworth Street, Takaka

New Listing/Open Home For Sale: SET DATE OF SALE - Closes 2pm, Tues 2nd November, Will NOT be sold prior Open Home: Saturday 9th Oct 1pm - 1.30pm LIVE THE GOOD LIFE IN TAKAKA - At just under half an acre, this warminviting home, in the heart of Takakaoffers everythinga young familyneeds in order to live the good life. There are fruit trees, lawns, gardens, good water, and roomfor the kids to run wild. The four bedroom stucco bungalowwas built in the 1960's and backs onto the Kindergartenand Primaryschool so familylife can be as easy as ABC. LIM Report available.Call nowfor further details!

21 Moulder Rd, Kotinga

Final Open Home New Listing/Open Home For Sale: SET DATE OF SALE - Closes 2pm, Thurs 19th October, Will NOT be sold prior Open Home: Saturday 2nd Oct 2pm - 2.30pm MORE TIME TO ENJOY LIFE - This spacious, standalonetwo-bedroomhome with two conservatoriesand single garage, is one of four freehold properties situated down a quiet right of way, offering convenience,privacy, and most importantlylow maintenance,allowing more time to enjoy life. LIM Report is available.Call Sam now for further details!

TENDER - Closes 2pm, Thurs 21st October, Will not be sold prior Open Home: Sat 9th Oct 1pm - 1.30pm AN EXTRA SPECIAL PROPERTY- Situated for privacyand wired for sound, this fabulous propertyhas got more special features than you can poke a stick at. The 3-bay workshop has 3-phase power and upstairs has a smoko room and office, there is also a self contained unit, with its own entrance. Call Billy now!

24 Beach Rd, Collingwood

Priced For Sale: $470,000 Open Home: Sun 10th Oct 11am - 11.30am GOLDEN BAY BACH FOR UNDER $500K!!- With the price of land sky rocketing around the bay, Seabird Cottage offers great value for money and it' in such a sweet location. Situated in the heart of Collingwood, you can see the sea from the lounge and the bedroom and only need to walk across Beach Road and over the dunes to access the beach.

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WANTED / Hiahia

PROPERTY WANTED / Rawa hiahia

ORGANIC gardener to set-up/plant out home vege patch. Bainham area. Ph 03 929 7924.

FOR SALE / Hei hokohoko

LEARNING / Akonga / Huarahi ako/mahi

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

Golden Bay Workcentre Trust

COMMUNITY CLASSES

PROPERTY AVAILABLE / Rawa watea

GARAGE sale. Saturday 9 October not before 9am - 1pm, good household goods. 814 Abel Tasman Drive.

Writing for pleasure or publication With tutor Charlotte Squire

BLINDS, blinds, blinds by Luxaflex, “Beauty is in the detail”: Duettes, Lumishade, roller blinds in blockout, sunscreen or translucent. Luxaflex have been making blinds for over 60 years and their products have a five-year guarantee. For a free professional measure and quote ph Tracey, Imagine designs, 027 440 0071. 1991 Nissan Pulsar hatchback, has done 105,000km. Very tidy and has current WOF. $3000 ono. Ph 525 8016. FIREWOOD. Delivering next year’s wood now. Douglas fir, beech and gum. Ph Bay Firewood 027 769 6348. COTTAGE Plants Onekaka is open 10am-4.30pm, WednesdaySunday. Ph 525 9253.

Find your place as a writer, discover your passion. Learn about structure, language, tone, and style and have fun learning the art of writing! Thursdays 6-9pm – for 6 weeks 28 October – 2 December Course fee: $50 plus materials

Raranga Harakeke

With tutor Jocelynne Bacci Aimed at beginners, this course covers aspects of tikanga, cutting, preparation and weaving. Producing basic beautiful kete and Konae. With tutor Jocelynne Bacci. Fridays 9am–1pm – for 5 weeks 19 November – 17 December Course fee: $50 plus materials

SAFETY glass. Residential or commercial. See Golden Bay Glass. 96 Commercial St. Ph 525 7274. BUILDING or renovating? AES Wastewater Treatment system: No power, 20-year warranty, supplying NZ from Golden Bay. www.et.nz, ph 525 9020. CHEST freezer 200l, large fridge/freezer, extendable table with six chairs, rowing machine, queen and single beds plus assorted mattresses. Ph 525 6254 or 027 545 4046.

GALLERIES / Whakakitenga EATING OUT / Kai wahi kē

HYLINE PULLETS

ANATOKI SALMON fishing and café. Catch your own lunch or order from the menu. Open every day from 10am. www. anatokisalmon.co.nz

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

COLLINGWOOD TAVERN. 11am-7pm, Sunday-Thursday; 11am-late, Friday and Saturday. Live music - check out our Facebook page for details.

FOR SALE

Ph/txt Trev 027 282 4014

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.

Jon Tidswell or David Earle will be in attendance at the offices of Warn & Associates

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

23 Motupipi Street, Takaka

O’SHA, open Tuesday-Sunday, lunch 11.30am-2.30pm and dinner 5-8.30pm. Ph 525 6117.

For appointments please phone

0800 GLASGOW (0800 452 746) Main office: 43 Halifax St, Nelson

Contact Alli Gardener for more information and to enrol: E: alli@gbwct.org.nz P: 525 8099

SAFE HEAVENLY HAVEN CAFE, at MAD TheARTre (aka Stay Awake and Stay Away), 9am-2pm and 5-8pm, WednesdaySunday. Bookings ph 021 107 6312. THE MUSSEL INN. Open from 11am. TOTALLY ROASTED, Pohara. Open 5 days from 8.30am, closed Monday, Tuesday. Ph 525 9396. TOTOS CAFE AND PIZZERIA, open Sundays, weather permitting, 10.30am-5pm, Totaranui hill. Ph 039 707 934. WHOLEMEAL CAFÉ, open 7 days for dine-in meals and takeaways, 7.30am-3pm.

CHURCH SERVICES ON SUNDAYS

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

UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere SATURDAY 9 OCTOBER LIFE’S ABSURDITIES & OTHER STORIES. Stand-up comedy with Mary Glaisyer, Helen Moulder (MC) and Virginia Ward (piano). Playhouse Theatre, Takaka, Saturday 9 October, 7.30pm and Sunday 10 October, 2.30pm. Tickets: $15 in advance from Pohutukawa Gallery or $20 door sales. Enquiries ph 027 498 7580.

TUESDAY 12 OCTOBER BADMINTON, REC PARK CENTRE, 7-9pm. All welcome. Ph Kerry 525 7007. 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. GB WEEKLY DEADLINE: noon on Tuesdays.

WEDNESDAY 13 OCTOBER COSTUME HIRE. Playhouse, Park Avenue, 7-8.30pm. After hours ph Diane 525 8097, evenings. ONEKAKA PLAYGROUP, all welcome, Wednesdays 10am12.30pm, Onekaka Hall.

THURSDAY 14 OCTOBER DAYTIME BADMINTON, Rec Park Centre, 9-11am. All welcome. Ph Kerry 525 7007. SENIOR CITIZENS ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING, 8pm.

FRIDAY 15 OCTOBER

ROCTOBER BIRTHDAYS CELEBRATION. Combined birthday GOLDEN Bay Anglican Church warmly invites you to join them for those born in October. MAD Show 7pm followed by DJ each Sunday, 10am at Takaka and 4.45pm at Collingwood. Witchdoktor. Safe Heavenly Haven in the MAD Theartre. SACRED Heart Catholic faith community: no service. Birthday folk ph/txt 021 107 6312. Super night. ST Andrews Presbyterian Church invites you to join with us for morning worship and communion at 10am. Ian and Karen LATER EVENTS Davidson. ACTIVE HOPE. How to face the mess we’re in without going crazy. Labour Weekend. www.innaEvolution.com/active-hope “You give perfect peace to him whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You’. Isaiah 26:3

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Sunday Service 10am Pastor: Rodney Watson 027 511 4266 www.godunlimited.org Ph: 525 9265

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.

BIO DYNAMIC GROUP SPRING WORKSHOP. Making horn silica 501/horn manure 500 stir. Sunday 17 October, 11am-4pm, East Takaka, cost $20pp including lunch. Details and to register contact Tony earthlygreens@gmail.com. Limited places.

The Mussel Inn Coming Up...

Sat 16th TERROR OF THE DEEP - CANCELLED Sun 17th AUSTEN FOUND - CANCELLED Thu 21st QUIZ, 7.30pm - book your team table Fri 22nd LUKE BUDA ?? Tickets online $23.50 Sat 23rd DILLISTRATE ?? THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 8 OCTOBER 2021

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ROCTOBER BIRTHDAYS CELEBRATION Combined birthday for those born in October. Friday 15 October MAD Show 7pm followed by DJ Witchdoktor. Birthday folk ph/txt 021 107 6312. Super night.

The Onetahua Restoration Project invites all land owners within the land area from Pakawau-Bush Rd north and interested parties for an information sharing afternoon at the Old School Cafe, Pakawau. Tony Bateup, Local Community Liaison for Onetahua Restoration, will be present, along with representatives of Ahikā, the environmental consultancy carrying out the feasibility study for the area. They are on hand to answer your questions and share information. If you would like to know more, call Tony Bateup 0274 705 337 or we will see you there When: Saturday 9 October Start: 11am Finish: 3pm Where: Old School Cafe (opp. Pakawau Camp)

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Bavardages - 60 minutes of anything French, listen to French chit chat, music and interviews in French with some activities or resources provided for Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough. Hosts Axel and Nathalie will share their experiences in France and other French-speaking countries while entertaining you with their “bavardages”. Saturdays at 5pm with new content every 2 weeks.

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Fetu o Samoa - Manu Talamaivao covers Pacific Island news from Samoa including discussions on health, education, politics and current affairs with a great mix of Island music. Mondays from 5pm, replaying Wed at 4am.

BIRTHDAY

5PM SATURDAY 16TH OCTOBER AORERE HALL, ROCKVILLE ALL WELCOME

Yumi Talem or ‘Our Voice’ is a radio program that features Vanuatu’s cultures, current affairs, and the Christian principles Vanuatu is founded on. Kindly supported by Thomas Bros Limited and airs Sundays at 6pm with a new episode every 2 weeks.

POTLUCK PICNIC BBQ BOUNCY CASTLE MUSIC AND MORE

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Viva LatinoAmerica! Luz Zuniga and Jessica Diaz present an hour of Latin American culture, music, current affairs and interviews in Spanish. Thursdays at 7pm with a new show every 2 weeks.

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Golden Bay

WEATHER FORECAST TAKAKA FUELS & FISHING

Friday: Northwesterlies. A few showers at first, then sunny spells but a few showers likely later. Saturday: Southwesterlies dying away with seabreezes developing for a time. Mainly fine and briefly mild. Sunday: Light winds and fine at first. Northerlies developing later in the afternoon with cloud increasing. Monday: Strong northerlies with heavy rain from early morning. Winds tending westerly during the afternoon with rain changing to showers, some heavy. Tuesday: Southwesterlies, tending southerly. Showers over Kahurangi but becoming fine elsewhere.

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ON THE EDGE OF TOWN….

89 ABEL TASMAN DRIVE, TAKAKA

Ph: (03) 525 8800

‘AWARIKI’ HEADING IN PARADISE!

Deadline Sale: 1pm 20.10.21 (NSP)

5 PARADISE WAY, PŌHARA

Deadline Sale: 1pm 03.11.21 (NSP)

...is this 11.5 hectares of quality grazing land with attractive rock outcrops on the more elevated areas. Approx. half of the block is able to be mowed, with stock proof fencing & water troughs to each paddock. There are some absolutely cracker building sites amongst the rocks (subject to TDC consents), with great rural views, plus a 10-bay shed is already built. What a spot to build your dream house so close to Town. Call me. Ref: GB3859

‘Awariki’ is illustrated in the little stream that runs through the 1372m 2 section, giving this property a tranquil feel. Modern & finished to a high quality, 5 bdrms, 3 bthrms, a large family house or holiday home, co-living situation, live upstairs & rent the self-contained unit below. View this property to appreciate all it has to offer. Ref: GB3860 Paul McConnon 0275 042 872 paul@goldenbayproperty.com or Jana McConnon 021 245 2197 jana@goldenbayproptery.com

SUPER TIDY IN TOWN

PERFECT HEADING IN PORT PUPONGA

James Mackay 027 359 0892 or james@goldenbayproperty.com

15 HIAWATHA LANE, TĀKAKA

• Well maintained inside & out • 500m2 easycare section • Quiet cul-de-sac close to Town • Great outdoor area at rear • 4 bedroom/1 bathroom/1 garage Ref: GB3858 Price: $649,000 James Mackay 027 359 0892 or james@goldenbayproperty.com

RURAL LIVING 271 LONG PLAIN RD, KOTINGA

• Solid 3 bedroom home • 1887m2 of land, x3 water tanks • 2 sheds for the vehicles/toys • Fully fenced & rural outlook • Make this yours with your tlc! Ref: GB3857 Price By Negotiation James Mackay 027 359 0892 or james@goldenbayproperty.com

41 SEDDON STREET, PORT PUPONGA,

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

COLLINGWOOD CALLING!

BIG SPACE INSIDE & OUT!

10 MCDONALD PLC, C’WOOD

176 COMMERCIAL ST, TĀKAKA

• 4bdrm/2bthrm, dbl garaging • Beautifully maintained gardens • Modern, well spec’d interior • Views to the mountains/estuary • 1039m2 easycare section Ref: GB3856 Price By Negotiation James Mackay 027 359 0892 or james@goldenbayproperty.com

• Large family home - 4 bedrooms • Open plan living, dining, kitchen • Garage, sleepout & sheds • 1243m2 section • Very handy to Schools & Town Ref: GB3853 $745,000 Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840 or belinda@goldenbayproperty.com

JUST DOWN THE ROAD!

READY, STEADY, BUILD! 28 ARAPETA PLC, ROTOTAI

18 MEIHANA ST, TĀKAKA

• 948m2 elevated section • North/west facing - all day sun! • Rural views across to the hills • Zoned Residential • Fab views! Ref: GB3855 Price: $310,000 Jana McConnon 021 245 2197 or Paul McConnon 0275 042 872

• 4 bdrm/1bthrm, garage • Bathroom being upgraded • Electrical rewiring upgrade • Loads of space at rear • Close to schools & town Ref: GB3854 $575,000 Paul McConnon 0275 042 872 or paul@goldenbayproperty.com Sharon MCCONNON Sales Manager 0275 258 255

Paul MCCONNON Salesperson 0275 042 872

$645,000

Located in beautiful Port Puponga, just opposite the beach, is this cute, 2 bedroom cottage & renovated kitchen. On a large section of just over 1000sqm, good sized front & back gardens, a single garage, workshop & covered garden area. This could be the ideal get-away in a beautiful part of Golden Bay. If you are a keen surfer, or hunter/gatherer, this property is close to Wharariki Beach, Whanganui Inlet & Farewell Spit. Ref: GB3850

James MACKAY Principal/AREINZ B.Com 027 359 0892

Belinda J BARNES Agent/AREINZ 021 236 2840

Jana MCCONNON Salesperson 021 245 2197

Cherie BYRNE Admin/ Reception 03 525 8800

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