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Friday 29 April 2022

Remembrance at dawn

Veterans and others gathered at Tākaka’s wall of remembrance to lay poppies for Golden Bay servicemen who died in combat. Photo: Anita Peters. ANITA PETERS

Tākaka’s largest Anzac dawn service of the past several years fell silent as a volley of recorded artillery fire spattered across the silent gathering at Memorial Park. “Imagine waking to that?” asked Noel Baigent, president of the Golden Bay Returned and Services Association. “Every single day, every single morning, for days on end, for months on end, in the trenches.” It was a chilly reminder for those gathered in the dark. After a reading by Padre Rowan Miller from the Kahurangi Church, Noel spoke of the importance of Anzac Day’s commemoration of the dawn landing at Gallipoli 100 years ago. Soldiers as young as 18 years old left Golden Bay to serve their country, many paying the ultimate price of their lives and costing this district lost generations. “They never had a chance to marry or have children of their own,” lamented Noel. But he said this day serves to honour all those who have been deployed during every

war, conflict and peacekeeping operation since the Second World War, those who returned changed by what they experienced and those who are serving today in our army, navy and air force. There are over 140,000 New Zealand veterans ranging in age from their early 20s to over 100, not only from WW2 or conflicts in Korea, Malaysia or Vietnam, but also the younger veterans who have served in Afghanistan, Iraq, East Timor and around the Pacific. They represent endless stories of courage and sacrifice. “Today we recognise all the New Zealand servicemen and women who have lost their lives in military operations carried out in our country’s name,” he said. While acknowledging the efforts of the Golden Bay Peace Group and the White Poppy appeal, Noel touched on the horrors of the current war in the Ukraine and the impossibility of negotiating or reasoning with a despot such as Putin. The C130 Hercules that flew over Tākaka last Anzac Day is currently in

Europe, assisting NATO to ward off the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Noel also mentioned the ravages of Covid and climate change, and uncertain times in New Zealand with its shortage of housing and increases in rent, food and petrol. “But one thing is certain,” he said. “Thanks to the continued efforts of our soldiers, sailors and airmen, our sovereignty and our freedoms will never be in doubt.” After wreaths were laid by various community groups, the crowd stood for The Last Post, then The Ode, recited by past president and life member Teri Goodall. A silent reflection on the 70 fallen servicemen named on the wall and white crosses of Memorial Park was followed by a simple poem: Remember all the men who died Remember all the battles fought Remember all the tears families shed Remember it was freedom that our soldiers bought. More Anzac reporting on page 2

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Three Waters reform continues. I have written previously about the Water Regulation reforms, which run in tandem with Three Waters, and are connected in the sense that the new water Entities will be taking over the provision and charging for water supplies. We have three small water supply schemes: Pōhara, Collingwood and Upper Tākaka. As the Water Services Entities Bill is prepared to be put before Parliament, widespread concern from councils, including Tasman District Council, has been conveyed to the Government about the governance, representation and accountability arrangements for the four Water Services Entities. In response, an Independent Working Group was set up, consisting of 10 mayors representing country, provincial and city councils. That group made 42 recommendations for changes to the Water Services Entities Bill. The key recommendations include strengthening the provisions against a perceived risk of privatisation of water services by proposing a simple form of shareholding as an alternative ownership model, and improving local representation and control. It is not yet known which of the Independent Group’s 42 recommendations will be incorporated into the draft Bill, but they will be known when it goes out nationwide for submissions later in 2022. At that point, TDC will undertake a Ta s m a n re gi o nw i d e co m m u n i t y consultation in preparation for preparing its own submission to the Bill. Council passed a resolution back in September 2021 that “it is vital to gain an understanding of the community’s views once the council has further information from the Government in the reform process”. That resolution is still to be acted upon. There is also now more information available about financial arrangements for the transition to Three Waters. The Government has indicated that it will pay for costs associated with the transfer of assets, liabilities, revenue and staff to the Entities. As part of a two-part financial support package to come, TDC’s share of the first part, (the “better-off fund”), is $22.5m, to be spent on new projects such as housing, emission reductions and adaptation to climate change hazards. Acceptance of this fund is dependent on TDC going ahead with Three Waters,... Continued on page 3

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Remembrance at dawn in Tākaka and Collingwood JO RICHARDS

Attendees at Anzac Day’s Collingwood dawn service began gathering at the township’s Cenotaph well before the 6.30am start time. By the time Paddy Gillooly, president of the Collingwood branch of the RSA, opened the commemoration under a stillstarlit sky, the congregation had swelled to more than 200. “Welcome to the Anzac service – the 106th service in Collingwood,” said Paddy. “It’s different to our normal service: we will be laying wreaths.” The change was made following the cancellation of the traditional mid-morning service, which normally attracts hundreds of people to Collingwood Memorial Hall. Paddy introduced Pakawau resident Colonel Nigel Lloyd OBE, who delivered the keynote address. Nigel began by greeting everyone who had come to “commemorate Anzac on this special day for New Zealanders”. While honouring servicemen and women of the past, Nigel also highlighted the horrors of contemporary conflicts. “The brutal reality of war, and the images of death and destruction in Ukraine are abhorrent to what we stand for. There are those who will use extreme violence to achieve their ends.” He underlined the purpose of public acts of remembrance. “We never gather to glorify war, but those who made the ultimate sacrifice... and to celebrate our values: mateship, unity, courage and self-sacrifice.” Turning his attention to the next generation‘s role in protecting those values, he said “Youth are tomorrow’s leaders; tomorrow’s hope.” In his closing remarks, Nigel reiterated the significance and relevance of the annual commemoration. “Each Anzac Day we renew our commitment to remember those who have served, and are serving. We remember particularly the people of Ukraine.” Paddy then called for “a minute or two of quiet reflection”, which was followed by the laying of wreaths on behalf of community organisations, and individual poppies by local family representatives.

Colonel Nigel Lloyd OBE delivers his address at Collingwood Cenotaph during the Anzac dawn service. Photo: Jo Richards.

Breaking the near-silence, bugler Ben Bickley played The Last Post to accompany the lowering of the flag. After it had been raised again, Collingwood Area School student Lilly Bain recited The Ode of Remembrance in Te Reo before Paddy repeated it in English. The service concluded with a prayer led

Chloe and Max, children of Corporal Barry Graham and RSA Executive Member Amy Graham, wander through the lawn crosses. Photo: Anita Peters.

by Brandon Sparrow, which urged all to “live lives of generosity and compassion”. With no post-service refreshments this year, the crowd dispersed, heading home as the starlit sky faded in the light of a bright orange dawn.

Takaka Citizens’ Band bugler Ben Bickley plays The Last Post as the flag is lowered at Collingwood Cenotaph. Photo: Jo Richards.

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Not many tenants get handed the keys to their new home by the District mayor, but Golden Bay resident Shirley Harrison is one of them. Last Friday, Shirley became the official occupier of a new “affordable home” in Tākaka. Her pristine two-bedroom residence is one of a pair of specially-designed pensioner dwellings located just off Commercial Street. The two homes, the latest of four built by local tradesmen under the Golden Bay/Mohua Affordable Housing Project (GBAHP), are sited on Tasman District Council (TDC) land. The others – in Hamama and Rockville – were completed earlier this year. At Friday’s public handingover ceremony, TDC mayor Tim King was joined by council reserves and facilities manager Richard Hollier, GBAHP executive officer Dr Chris Bennett, plus several others who had contributed to the initiative. “It’s good to be here,” said Tim addressing those gathered in front of Shirley’s house. “It exemplifies what we’re trying to achieve around the District – [something] identified as part of the 2019 Review… It’s a great outcome for Golden Bay and council.” Chris emphasised the collaborative nature of the project. “All the way along we’ve had great support from TDC – we see them as part of the team.” He also paid tribute to other members of that team including ITM Tākaka which supplied materials. “Luke [Brown] was fantastic; he really helped us out.” Chris described the GBAHP as community initiative. “We’ve got people to finance

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Shirley Harrison helps mayor Tim King cut the ribbon at the entrance of her new home. Photo: Jo Richards.

it, local builders to build it, and we house people in Golden Bay.” Shirley was thrilled to be one of the first to be housed by GBAHP. “I’m lucky to have this, it’s lovely. My dear old Mum would have loved this.” During a tour of the interior of Shirley’s “lovely” home, Chris explained that both pensioner flats have been designed for maximum accessibility with features including ramps, wide doorways, a walk-in shower, nonslip flooring, and all switches and handles positioned at the same height off the ground. “They are the only fully accessible houses in Golden Bay designed from square one to be accessible.” The two homes have been financed by Mohua Affordable Housing Trust, which will own and maintain them for 35 years, after which ownership will be transferred to TDC – a win-win, according to Chris. “It takes 22-25 years to pay off the cost and then the trust has 10 years of income.” A proportion of the finance for the construction was contributed by private investors. One of those, who asked to remain

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anonymous, said she had invested $150,000 based on “gut instinct” and was happy to make the commitment. “I’m very appreciative to Chris and the team for giving me the opportunity to put my money into the community. It makes sense.” Chris said that, with 75 Golden Bay families on the trust’s list, more investors were desperately needed. “The issue is not land, we need capital.” He explained that investors were able to set the terms of their loan. “They decide the interest rate – from one to three per cent. They decide whether to receive capital and/or interest.” The project team, he explained, is currently working on five builds, including three threebedroom houses which are at various stages in the planning process. “We have Resource Consent for one, and two are ready to submit.” Returning to the crucial topic of finance, Chris believes the solution to Golden Bay’s housing crisis lies with those with the means to make a contribution. “If people don’t invest in their own community, no-one will.” For more information about GBAHP, visit: https://mygbhousing.info/index.php

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I refer to two letters recently in The GB Weekly, the parody by BJ White (GBW 14/4), and Dick Lamb’s (GBW 22/4), which are very poignant. The item under “Vote 2022 “in Newsline issue number 516, page six, tells us, “People have many varied reasons for wanting to stand for Council or Mayor, but must have a powerful desire to represent and serve their community, and leave a positive legacy for future Tasman residents“. Now is the time to think of enrolling, or putting your hand up as a local body representative. Do we have any residents (who read this publication) who have the courage to put their hand up and face the slings and arrows to be received from the unelected staff, managers and team leaders of the TDC candidates who will “stop the tail wagging the dog“? Candidates with the courage to truly listen to us and act accordingly. They must have the intestinal fortitude to be held accountable to their failures, willingness to be responsible for their actions, and face any criticisms. If our current elected representatives have achieved all the above and have created a better environment to live, work, and play in Golden Bay, with a legacy to be proud of, do vote them back in. I offered myself three times these past nine years to serve Golden Bay as your councillor. I made a promise to Steve Penny not to stand again. Good luck in your choices. Reg Turner

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Historically, at one point in time all of Rangihaeata was closed zoning; a subdivision was then granted by the council for most of the housing you see today. Then the now proposed rezone area in Keoghan Road was inadvertently overlooked. However, it was supposed to be included at that time (according to the TDC), in that granted subdivision. Rezoning here makes sense really, as Rangihaeata is a near satellite of Tākaka and without the flooding and affordability issues. The close proximity between Tākaka and Rangihaeata would also reduce the carbon footprint, when compared to the journey from, for example, Pōhara to the township. I was quite perplexed by Cynthia McConville’s letter (GBW 14/4), a resident of Rangihaeata herself, offering her support for 200 houses on another area of “outstanding natural landscape”. This area encompasses a long stretch of the beautiful Little Onahau River. This seems to me like woke whingeing, accompanied by a large dose of NIMBY (not in my backyard) syndrome, perhaps? Jordan Graham

ANZAC acknowledgements

Thank you to all those who donated to the recent Annual Poppy Appeal and thank you to the businesses who allowed us to put collection boxes on your front counters – your support is really appreciated. My grateful thanks to those who honoured our fallen by attending the Anzac dawn services in Tākaka and Collingwood. Good crowds attended both locations and your presence confirms that those who paid the ultimate sacrifice are never forgotten. Special thanks to the buglers from Tākaka

Citizens’ Band, the Volunteer Fire Brigades, NZ Police, pastors, guests speakers and those who laid wreaths. Noel Baigent, President Golden Bay RSA

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Many people in Golden Bay work with their hands to serve and support others. Camilla Streeter, a remedial and fascial massage therapist, is one of them. Fascial massage – not to be confused with faces – involves treating fascia, which Camilla describes as “curtains in your body, a type of connective tissue which hold muscles in”. Muscles can’t move well when fascia is tight, and therapy “gives good results which hold”. Camilla observes how people stand. Looking at posture helps her assess movement and treat pain. She has been an elite sports therapist and has worked with the All Blacks and Highlanders, Wallabies, South African rugby team and also the Australian cricket team. She commented that wicket keepers, in particular, needed her skills because they crouch in one position for the whole game. Golfers often twist their back swinging a club. People with breathing difficulties can also be helped. Camilla was born in Victoria, Australia, and a long journey brought her to Golden Bay as a massage therapist. Her family left Darwin to settle in Tasmania, where her parents bought an Inn. Camilla had early hospitality experience, waitressing in their restaurant. Her first visit to NZ was as a high-school exchange student in Masterton for six months. After school she trained as a chef, which gave her opportunity to adventure around Australia as a tour bus guide. Eventually, owning her own cooking school led to further education in nutrition, and one course offered a segment on massage training. She loved it, saying that

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Camilla Streeter is a remedial and fascial massage therapist. Photo: Joyce Wyllie.

“looking after people” is what she enjoys. After seven years in America and turning 40 in Italy, she was back in Australia when she met her partner. His job as helicopter paramedic was highly stressful. He was looking for a change and Covid forced a sooner decision. Finding his dream bush block in Golden Bay, they moved and now live off-grid, and have a dream of milking goats. Camilla works three days a week. Her latest training is in oncology massage for trauma and cancer patients. She says that it’s “not about fixing, but being nice to

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A group of Year 7 and 8 Golden Bay High School students have collaborated in the creation of a mural. Facing Rototai Road, the bold yet simple mural is sited on the Naylor Love hoarding. Cameron Orr, the project manager of the GBHS rebuild, offered the blank canvas to the school. Naylor Love and ITM Tākaka donated the plywood and everything needed to execute the art piece. Teacher Ute Schroder took up the challenge as part of an Exploratory Studies programme. Four teachers each take a mix of Year 7 and 8 students for nine weeks. The topic chosen by the teachers was Change. This was explored through Science, History, Social Studies, Health, and Art. Ute guided a group of 21 students through research into the power and impact of street art. Perusing murals within Golden Bay and all over the world, they saw that street art can be a powerful tool for change. Prevalent topics emerged: concerns about climate change, racism, and how people relate to each other. The design process took place from there.

One challenge for the team was the narrow footpath beside the hoarding, which didn’t allow space for 21 fledgling artists at work. The individual pieces of the mural had to be made in the school, then put together when completed. Powerful in its simplicity, the artwork embraces the concept of kotahitanga (unity). Students who were involved are proud of their achievements. “It was really fun how we got to design and paint it and how we worked to make it look how all of us wanted it,” said Lola Godden. Emika and Manaka Kameyama agreed that painting and designing the mural was fun. “It was fun working with a team. And I think it turned out really well,” said Manaka. Layla Griffiths said she especially enjoyed the painting: “It was cool when we all got to choose what part of the mural we wanted to do, because we got bits of wood to cut out and paint.” They all agreed the mural’s message spoke for climate change and against racism. “And that now is the time we have to come together,” added Lola.

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Treat Tuesday: Downton Abbey: A New Era (PG) Ambulance (R16) The Lost City (M) The Bad Guys (PG) Doctor Strange Multiverse of Madness (M) The Last Bus (M) (FINAL) Everything Everywhere All at Once (R13) Met Opera: Boris Godunov (PG)(FINAL) Downton Abbey: A New Era (PG)(FINAL) Treat Tuesday: Operation Mincemeat (M) The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent (R13) The Lost City (M) Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (PG) Doctor Strange Multiverse of Madness (M) Elizabeth: A portrait in parts (G)(FINAL) Ukrainian Fundraiser: To Olivia (M) Nowhere Special (M) Ambulance (R16)

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The Last Bus is a “road movie” with wrinkles, a tour de force performance by Timothy Spall as elderly and recently widowed Tom Harper who travels the length of the British Isles, from John O’Groats to Land’s End, on his pensioner’s bus pass. Tom carries only a small and fiercely guarded suitcase on his odyssey, (leading one bus driver to compare him to Paddington Bear), its contents and the reason for Tom’s mission only gradually becoming clear as his adventure unfolds. Like Paddington, Tom could really do with a sign around his neck asking people to “please look after him” because, for someone of his advanced years and declining health, this trip becomes scaled up to the equivalent of climbing his own personal Everest. Spall is only 65 but his performance here as someone considerably older is so completely convincing that you worry for every increasingly faltering step Tom takes. He runs the gamut of human kindness during his ordeal, from a compassionate young Glaswegian couple who take him home when he falls asleep and misses his stop, to an odious little ticket inspector, drunk on his own tiny fragment of authority, who throws the old man off his bus for not having the right ticket. It’s perhaps a sly dig that this film, made by Creative Scotland, portrays its few objectionable characters as natives living south of the English border. Most affecting is the occasional indifference which Tom encounters. Having scrupulously planned this trip to pay tribute to the places he stayed when originally moving north a lifetime ago with his now deceased wife, a contemptuous Bed and Breakfast owner couldn’t care less when his careful booking is ignored and he is put in the wrong room. This is balanced by the unexpected generosity of strangers, notably in a topical interlude when he is invited to a boisterous immigrant Ukrainian party. Tom’s treatment by the many people he encounters creates a good deal of the tension in this otherwise sedate film, which also does much to portray the now culturally diverse Britain. As Tom travels, a series of flashbacks sketch in the reasons for him and his young bride leaving Land’s End all those decades ago. Whether lost in his own reveries, or instinctively helping when he can, he is unaware of the impact that he is having on those around him. Ever-present cellphones are chronicling his progress and Tom is gradually gaining a presence in the realm of social media which he is completely unaware of. Needless to say, Spall’s performance is faultless. Never an oil painting, his weathered features convey deeply buried emotion with the subtlest of shifts. The courtesy and respect his character shows everyone, forged from many generations past, and kept in the time capsule of his solitary life in the far north, has unexpected effects on the modern world around him. He often feels less like a long-distance bus passenger than a time traveller. The supporting cast, many of them young theatre actors, are uniformly excellent, and manage to suggest that compassion is very much alive in modern, seemingly disengaged youth, without ever stooping to over-sentimentality. Were this film made by Hollywood, the sugar coating would probably require a jack hammer to penetrate. It needs to be mentioned that somewhat inexplicably, this film doesn’t appear to have been well-received internationally. It is difficult to reason why; perhaps Covid-weary film goers feel the need for less demanding fantasy to help them forget about what the world has been through, and is still enduring. Neon eye-candy might seem the order of the day over the gentle slice of real life which The Last Bus so beautifully depicts. But as is always the case with making a wiser nutrition choice over any confectionary, this is definitely the more nourishing and lasting experience.

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EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE (R13) 2hr20m Sci-Fi, When an interdimensional rupture unravels reality, an unlikely hero must channel her newfound powers to fight from the multiverse as the fate of the world hangs in the balance. Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy

NOWHERE SPECIAL (M) Drama 1hr40m A 35-year-old window cleaner who has dedicated his life to raising his young son on his own searches for the perfect replacement family when he learns he only has months left to live.

DOWNTON ABBEY: A NEW ERA (PG) Drama 2hr The much-anticipated cinematic return reunites the beloved cast as they go on a grand journey to uncover the mystery of the Dowager Countess’ newly inherited villa in the South of France.

AMBULANCE (R16) 2hr 20m Drama, Mystery & Thriller, Crime, Jake Gyllenhaal, Eiza González and Emmy winner Yahya Abdul-Mateen II lead this Michael Bay action film about two brothers who resort to hijacking an ambulance when Action a robbery doesn’t go to plan.

DOCTOR STRANGE IN THE MULTIVERSE OF MADNESS (M) Benedict Cumberbatch returns for this sequel to 2016’s Doctor Strange taking place after the events o f S p i d e r- M a n : N o Wa y Home and correlating with MCU series WandaVision. 2hr10m Adventure/Fantasy

MET OPERA: BORIS GODUNOV (PG) 2hr50m Conductor Sebastian Weigle leads Mussorgsky’s masterwork in its original 1869 version. Stephen Wadsworth’s production poignantly captures the hope and suffering of the Russian people.

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Tākaka kicked-off a new season in the Nelson Bays Rugby Senior Division 2 competition last Saturday by hosting the Brightwater-based Wanderers at the Rec Park. While the home supporters will have been disappointed with the result, there are reasons to be cheerful; this youthful squad displayed tenacity, togetherness and remarkable resilience – and will surely only improve as the season progresses. Right from the starting whistle, it was clear that both sides were eager to play some footie – the lack of pre-season games perhaps only intensifying their desire. The tempo started at a high level and rarely relented in what was a fast and physical contest. For most of the first half the more experienced visitors enjoyed the majority of possession, pressurising the home side’s defence which repelled wave after wave of the blue and yellow attackers. Tākaka’s determined resistance meant they conceded just one try until mere minutes before the half-time break when the Wanderers notched up another seven-pointer taking the score to 0-14. The second half started in a similar vein, with the visitors on the offensive, but Tākaka began to mount some promising raids of their own, and the action flowed quickly between one end of the pitch to the other. It was during of these exchanges that the visitors snuffed out a Tākaka attack before breaking away to add a further score to their tally.

The home side, now looking at a 21-point deficit with 25 minutes to play, could have been excused for letting their heads drop but instead they rallied to turn the tables on the opposition. Five minutes after conceding, Tākaka scored their first try of the match – a spectacular diving touchdown squeezed just inside the corner flag by Justin Davis. Within another five minutes they had scored again as Adam Christiansen battered his way across the try line. A successful conversion closed the points gap to 12-21. The home side were now winning the second half and, with minutes to go, they came agonisingly close to adding another try but the referee ruled that the ball had been held up. Speaking a few seconds after the final whistle, Tākaka skipper Tom Bassett-Eason acknowledged the nature of the contest. “It was probably one the toughest games I’ve played in.” He also paid tribute to his team mates. “We’re young team full of inspiration, and we can only build from here.” Tākaka coaches Hamish Hills and Steve Hambrook very were encouraged by their squad’s performance. “The boys played really well for a young team,” said Hamish. “The Wanderers are a good team.” Steve shared the team captain’s positive outlook, pointing out that two first-choice backs are due to return to action shortly. “There’s plenty to build on.”

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Nelson Bays Rugby Senior Division 2 champions Collingwood opened their title defence on home soil last Saturday. Up against Marist – one of the strongest teams in the competition – the home side got off to a disappointing start to the new campaign, losing to the visitors in a high-scoring match. It was a combination of missed scoring opportunities and missed tackles that contributed to the 24-43 final score, according to Collingwood coach Graeme Miller. “Our main fault was we leaked easy tries. There was a little bit of lazy tackling – not using the shoulder on their solid good runners.” Graeme explained that, at the other end of the pitch, his team failed to capitalise on promising offensive positions. The second of those tough fixtures is at home against Stoke, “We built up pressure and scored, but several times we didn’t.” a repeat of last year’s final, and starts at 1.15pm tomorrow. Trailing 7-19 at half-time, Graeme said Collingwood’s Collingwood try scorers: Ryan McKay, Gareth Scott, Brad relentless attitude was evident as the second half progressed. Guisbro, Will Curnow. “They tired a bit and we carried on. We wore them down.” But it was too little too late; although the home side scored three tries after the break, Marist added 24 points to their tally which increased their winning margin to 19 points. Although not the ideal beginning to their title defence, Graeme said the result was not too surprising given the competition draw. “We’re playing the two toughest teams in William Curnow touches down between the posts. Photo: Supplied. our first two games.”

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Golden Bay’s men’s and women’s teams both failed to make it through the preliminary rounds of their respective national cup competitions over Anzac weekend. On Sunday, the Shield Maidens were eliminated from the Kate Sheppard Cup by a ruthless Richmond Foxes side at Tākaka’s Rec Park. This was the first time any team from the Bay had competed in one of New Zealand’s premier tournaments. Golden Bay Association Football Club (GBAFC) president and Maidens’ manager, Phil Smith, said the Foxes came to “prove a point” and, although his players had suffered a heavy defeat, “they kept fighting to the end, and did the best they could”. On Anzac Day, the men’s first XI, aka the Mountain Goats, travelled to Guppy Park to do battle with FC Nelson in the Chatham Cup. It was a closely fought contest, despite the Goats playing with 10 men for over an hour following a red card for one of their players. At half-time the match remained scoreless but Nelson broke the deadlock in the second half. Losing to FC Nelson by a one-goal margin was “amazing” said Phil. “The Goats fired a warning shot that they mean business this season.” He believes that participating in these national tournaments was not about winning but about the experience, and putting the club and community on the map. “We’ve got a great club.” The Goats leap to defend a Nelson a free-kick. Photo: Supplied.

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Bombilating bikes of the two-stroke, pedal-powered and moped variety departed Takaka’s Commercial Street last Sunday afternoon. A haze of blue smoke filled the air as the bikes started up, proving the name “stink-wheel” given to the genre. Riders tooted and waved as they rode past the crowd gathered outside the Roots Bar. A 16km loop ensued, up through Central Tākaka, along Glenview Road and back towards town to regroup at Golden Bay High School. From there, the gleeful enthusiasts thrummed and blue-smoked their way back to the waving chequered flag. Organiser Des Molloy is well known locally for his enthusiasm for all manner of motorised bikes. He and his wife Steph were rapt with the turnout. Both agreed that this was just the first of what they envisage as a yearly event. Des spoke about the relevance of blue smoke and pedals. “After the Second World War there was a big demand for cheap transport for the masses. This spawned a huge number of small ‘clip-on’ motors that people could add to their bicycles. To be light and simple they were almost all two-stroke, which required oil to be added to the petrol to provide lubrication to the bearings of the engine. The oil was not specially formulated and they all smoked when the petrol and oil mixture was sparked/ignited in the combustion chamber. “This, and the fact that some of the offerings were a replacement wheel which incorporated a small engine, led to the derisive term ‘stink wheel’ for the genre. The cyclemotors and autocycles morphed into ready-to-ride mopeds produced by companies like Velosolex, Mobylette, DKW, Puch, Zundapp, Ducati, BSA, Raleigh, Norman and others before the influx of small Japanese ‘step-through’ motorcycles.” Originally mopeds had to be able to be pedalled and were limited in horsepower and speed (30kph), and needed no licence to operate them.” Des considers there were some very exotic and rare examples of the above in attendance on Sunday. One such rarity – a 1953 Mark IV Corgi and sidecar owned by Nelson’s Humphries family and ridden by son Callum – won the trophy award. Runner-up was Steve Prince’s 1953 Power Pac autocycle.

Steve Prince won runner-up for most awesome bike, with his 1952 Power Pac, 50cc, two-stroke autocycle. Steve has owned the bike since he was 13 and the bike was 23 years old. “Now she’s 70,” he said ,“and goes really well”.

The oldest combined age of rider and moped was 136 years, won by Des himself. The oldest moped was a 1947 Whizzer, also owned by the Humphries family and ridden by dad Dave. The Hard Luck award went to Trevor Polglase, whose German autocycle ended its forward motion and needed transporting to the finish. Best outfit went to Ru Kraal. In appreciation of local businesses that supported the event with prizes, Des acknowledged Tradezone, Mobile Mechanical, BP, Roots Bar, Tākaka Motorcycles and Kahuku Publishing.

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POLICE NEWS IN BRIEF

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The Sustainable Living Centre (SLC) Harvest Festival – an autumnal celebration of Golden Bay’s fruitfulness – is being held tomorrow from noon until late. Festival-goers will get the opportunity to participate a wide range of activities, including family games, a garden raffle, a weed walk and a tour of the SLC. There will also be plenty of entertainment for those who would like to relax an enjoy tunes from Bay musicians, open mic poetry and a host of young local performers. No Harvest Festival is complete without the tasty wholesome fruits of the season and there will be plenty of organic food and drinks to go round – but guests are asked to bring their own cup, plate and cutlery. The annual festival is also a significant fundraiser, so entrance fees go towards keeping the SLC financially sustainable. GB Sustainable Living Centre Harvest Festival is on Saturday 30 April, 12-9pm. Adults $10; kids $5; family $25. Rain date: Sunday 1 May.

Firstly, I wish to acknowledge the passing of our kaumātua John Ward-Holmes. Our thoughts are with his whānau and all Manawhenua ki Mohua who will miss his wisdom and guidance, as I will. Kua hinga te tōtara I te wao nui a Tāne. The tōtara has fallen in the forest of Tāne. Go well, John. Next week, I will report on what crimes and crashes police have been dealing with locally. On 2 May our new police officer starts work in Mohua. His name is Constable Brenton Edwards and we look forward to welcoming him and his family to the team. Brenton and his family are pictured above.

WHAT WE PROVIDE SOCIAL WORK – Working with children, young people and their families. Working one-to-one with clients through support and advocacy for positive change. HEALTH SOCIAL WORK – Making the connections between community and health services from the cradle to the grave BUILDING FINANCIAL CAPABILITY – Ongoing or one-off assistance with a Financial Mentor. FOOD BANK AND BEDDING STORE – Available for individuals/families going through hardship. COUNSELLING – Referrals to specialist counselling. STRENGTHENING FAMILIES – For families to move forward with the support of appropriate agencies. YOUTH SUPPORT – Working one-to-one with youth. WOMEN’S PROGRAMME – 9-week courses which look at power and control, self-esteem, relationships, parenting and whatever else comes up. MONEY MATES – 4-week courses to learn skills and examine choices, options and behaviours towards money. WHĀNAU MEETINGS – Guest speaker and community notices, held on the fourth Tuesday of each month, 12-1pm at the Community Centre. FAMILY CENTRED SERVICES – Family violence prevention REFERRALS TO: Public Health Nurse, Well Child, Mental Health, Community Law, Oranga Tamariki, Family Court, PHO and others. SIT & BE FIT – Community exercise classes in Tākaka and Collingwood. VILLAGE GREEN: Bookings 525 9728 COBB HOUSES: Bookings 525 9728 HALL/ROOM HIRE – kitchen, 80-seat hall, rooms, tables, chairs, crockery, cutlery etc for functions and conference hire. Ph 525 9728. LIBRARY – a good selection of self-help and inspirational books, videos and DVDs, including GB Cancer Society Library. Free of charge.

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Deadline Sale: 4.00pm Tuesday 10 May (unless sold prior)

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NATURE DIARY

Bay trainee scoops dairy award ROSA VOLZ

SUBMITTED BY CYNTHIA McCONVILLE

Amongst the many birds that have self-introduced from Australia there is one early coloniser that has thrived. First recorded in Invercargill in 1932 the spur-winged plover is now widespread throughout New Zealand. It is one of many new immigrants blown across the Tasman by the prevailing westerly winds. There are three terms used to categorise our birds – native, endemic and introduced. The spur-winged plovers’ status is native, a term used to describe a bird that has arrived in New Zealand by themselves. Endemic refers to birds that have evolved and occur and breed naturally only in New Zealand, while introduced birds are birds that humans have brought here. The spur-winged plover often chooses to nest in open pasture laying three to four eggs. Their distinctive loud screeching occurs when defending their nest or chicks. After hatching, chicks are able to leave the nest and feed themselves almost immediately. They fledge at six to seven weeks and are independent of their parents at eight to nine months. The spur-winged plover gets its name from the long yellow spurs protruding from the wings. The spurs, however, are just for show. The yellow eye ring, yellow bill and yellow wattles are attractive features of this bird. Fully protected in 1946, spur-winged plovers continue to be the subject of complaints, the bulk of which are aircraft related, involving bird strikes or near misses. Their fully protected status was removed in 2010 when they joined the southern black-backed gull as the only native species without some level of protection.

Connor Shirley is enthusiastic about dairy farming and is reaping the rewards. Born and bred in the Bay, Connor recently placed third in the Dairy Trainee category of the 2022 West Coast/Top of the South Dairy Industry Awards. This is no mean feat for the 26-year-old, who has only been farming for three years. Connor was enticed into farming when his Collingwood rugby mate Clay Paton employed him as a farm assistant. The 205-hectare Bainham farm under Clay’s management is one of the four farms owned by Brent Riley. Peak milking sees 650 cows through the sheds daily. Under mentor Clay, Connor started studying and working his way through relevant Primary ITO qualifications, building his practical and theoretical knowledge. “Clay is very proactive in supporting his staff to study and enter awards. He wants his staff to know as much as possible. He is the person who has taught me everything I know,” says Connor. Clay won the 2017 National Dairy Industry Awards Dairy Trainee category and “very gently encouraged” Connor to enter the competition. Connor entered the 2021 awards and he became a finalist from the Top of the South. “It was a good environment and experience, though I didn’t like having to make a speech,” he says. Connor wants to be able to build a career in the dairy sector, either as a sharemilker or farm owner. In June this year, he will start managing a Bainham farm also owned by Brent Riley, with 65 effective hectares and 230 peak milking cows. The next goal is to become a contract farmer, saving up to become a share farmer. Connor takes great personal pride in his work. “When people come on the farm I want them to see that I have the cleanest bike, cleanest tractor and cleanest shed. I’m very particular; I want my shed to be spotless.” His current 36-bale shed has a floating platform that sits on water and is moved with a small motor. “The only one like it in the Bay.” What Connor likes most about farming is that no two days are the same. “[Other than milking] I have the choice of what I want to do – fencing one day, or book work the next. You learn all the time, mostly by watching and talking to other farmers. “I get to see the sunrise every morning [and] work with some extremely friendly animals. [In the milking shed] I play music, country music at a low volume to keep the stress levels down

Connor Shirley receiving third place at the 2022 West Coast/Top of the South Dairy Industry Awards. Photo: Supplied.

and to keep [the cows] happy. I have seven or eight favourites that stop and lick me in the paddock. The good thing about friendly cows is it influences the herd mentality and makes the others feel safe.” There are no “worst jobs”, though Connor does not like putting animals down. “At the end of the day you have to be steel-minded and do what is best for the farm,” he says. Connor encourages anyone interested in dairy farming to “get into it. I would highly recommend anyone to just try it. Not just farming – you can do contract work, farm consulting like becoming an AI technician, or book work”. When he is not farming, Connor plays rugby for Collingwood Div 2 (2021 division winners) and pursues his loves of fishing and hunting.

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CLASSIFIEDS RESULTS / Hua tākaro BRIDGE 20 April. Motupipi Pairs Session 1: H Neill/J Harper 59.52%; P Panzeri/A Blackie 57.14%; A Blackie/J Pemberton 50.79%; H/cap: H Neill/J Harper 55.77%; P Panzeri/A Blackie 54.64%; C Webster/R McDonald 50.50% GOLF 23 April. Left v Right: Lefties average 37 points, rights 32 points. Best stableford: R Ancell 39, R Heuvel 38, R Davis 38. Closest to pin: 3/12 S Meredith, 4/13, 8/17 & 9/18 R Davis. Twos: R Ancell (2). Two 7/16: R Ancell. Happy wanderer: C Hadler. Best gross: R Davis 71. Trophy winners. Captain’s Trophy (Par): M Dixon, 1; R Davis, 2. Wendt Trophy (Malkeys): W Dobbie, 1; J Garner, 2. President’s Cup (Stableford): R Miller, 1; C Hadler, 2.

AGM NOTICES

BAY ART Yo u n g @ A r t DATE CONFIRMED:

Entries accepted Thurs 20 Oct

VENUE:

PROJECT Rameka AGM, Friday 6 May, 7pm at the Senior Citizens’ Hall. All welcome!

Golden Bay High School hall

MANGARAKAU Swamp AGM, 11am, Tuesday 17 May at Collingwood Memorial Hall.

“Would you love to get involved or support this fantastic community event? We’d love to collaborate with you!” Please contact arts worker Claire on 022 672 1018 or gbartsnz@gmail.com

GB Alpine and Tramping Club AGM, Tuesday 17 May, 7.30pm at the GB Community Centre. GOLDEN Bay SeniorNet AGM, 1pm on Tuesday 10 May at the St John Rooms at the Rec Centre. All welcome. Masks required.

HELP SOUGHT

THE Golden Bay Toy Library is having its AGM at The Telegraph Hotel on Wednesday 11 May at 7pm. We are looking for new members to join the committee, so if you fancy meeting some new people and making a difference in your community then please come along, we would love to see you. If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer Cooper on 020 457 4878 or email goldenbaytoylibrary@gmail.com

FREE counselling for all youth aged 11-24 in Golden Bay. Contact Tullia at GBWCT for more details, ph 027 525 6151, tulliawilson@gbwct.org.nz

I am pleased to announce that as from the week of the 26th April, Mohua Social Services will be working together as one team again

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

This means we will be open our usual hours 5 days a week from 9am-3pm.

FRESH FM needs your help. We’re a Charitable Trust – donations can be made on our website freshfm.net and are tax deductible.

We have really appreciated the community’s patience and support over these testing times. Kia kaha.

GB Animal Welfare Society Inc (ex-SPCA). Ph Carol Wells 525 9494, 8am-5pm weekdays. It has come to the attention of the Collingwood Museum Society Inc committee that there was a previous agreement between past society members that allowed parts of the exhibits to be removed. Under the new committee this is no longer permitted from 26.04.22. All exhibits are now owned by the Collingwood Museum Society Inc. Kevin Riley, current president.

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Local artists Public can put Thursday Xero Certified, Practice CA. 20 October on t calendars—this is the date for entries to beofsubmitte Taxation services and general business support for clients Bay Art and Young@Art 2022. all shapes and sizes. Available evenings and weekends. youbronwyn@abeltasmanaccounting.co.nz love Bay Art?” asks GB Community Ph Bronwyn 027 “Do 268 4010, Council’s arts worker Claire French. “Would you lov ACCOUNTANT tax advisor. All Inland Revenue returns filed get and involved or support this fantastic community ev for big and small businesses and individuals. Self-employed If you have skills you think could be useful, please ge and rental property reports prepared. Day and evening touch. We’d love to collaborate with you.” appointments available. Ph Susan Ayton Shaw 929 7507 or Bay Art is Golden Bay’s annual community exhibi email taxayton@gmail.com showcasing local creativity. Artists need to: be residen ACCOUNTANT. Long-standing leader unbeatable Golden Bay; havemarket created theirwith work in the year lead professionalup qualifications and experience. Warn & to the exhibition; and guaranteeAssociates, that their work ph 525 9919. not been previously exhibited..Artists decide if their w APPLIANCE 12+ years’ experience is and to bewhiteware judged inrepair. the competition, and also if their w servicing allisbrands. Ph Luke 022 602 8118. for sale. Youngph @ Jack Art isStevens non-competitive and encourages yo ARBORIST, qualified, 021 211 5580. artists to have some fun and take part. CARS wanted. Will pick up for free (some conditions apply). The Grand Opening Motueka Auto Parts. Ph 03 528 9576. at GB High School will be h on Friday 21 October at 5pm, and the exhibition will CHIMNEY cleaning, handyman, Dennis Sage ph 027 873 0726. until Sunday 30 October. CHIMNEY sweep. Booking, orsponsors quote. PhforSteve 021 so, if Claire is also query seeking the event 0810 1146. are interested in helping with cash, prizes, and food COMPOST: beverages consulting, please education, creation. contact her SoilFoodWeb.com on gbartsnz@gmail.com method. Contact Jane1018. at janemonteagle@gmail.com 022 672 Submitted by GB Community Arts Cou DIGGER 1.6 ton, and driver, $80/hour +. Ph 021 035 6233. ELECTRONICS repairs: Cell phones, computers, radios, TVs, HiFi and more! Ph 027 246 2432.

PUBLIC NOTICES / Pānui a whānui THE Nelson Marlborough Conservation Board is meeting on Tuesday 4 May at Zatori from 1pm. There will be a public forum at 1.30pm. If you wish to make a presentation, please advise Sammy Garrett, ph 027 525 7008 or email nelsonmarlboroughboard@doc.govt.nz. Agenda available from DOC website and DOC offices on request.

TRADES AND SERVICES / Mahi a ratonga

Premal and the MSS team

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. GB CHIMNEY SWEEPING, SPIDER AND FLY SPRAYING Ph 524 8795 or 027 434 5405 GOLDEN BAY DIGGER HIRE 1.7 tonne. Ph 027 713 0684.

GOLDEN Bay Roofing, all roofing services. Ph 027 395 0037, email: goldenbayroofing@yahoo.com GB Satellite TV for installs and servicing of Freeview systems. Ph 027 414 1606. GOLDEN Bay Storage, Tākaka. Dry, safe, secure, alarmed, insurance approved. Furniture trailer available. Ph Marg 027 222 5499, goldenbaystorage@gmail.com

Green Grass Accounting - chartered accountant. MYOB Partner and Xero Certified. Local accountant providing business and personal accounting services. Ph Robert 029 775 6459 or email robert@greengrassaccounting.co.nz. HEAT pump installation, sales and servicing. Ph Dave McKay 027 404 4740, 525 8538. HELPING HANDS ph 525 6226. Te Whare Mahana Supported Employment. Lawnmowing, line trimming, garden maintenance, riparian planting, scrub-cutting, gutter cleaning, recycling, pothole repair, waterblasting, window cleaning, house moves. How can we help? KRW Contracting. Tiling, Ardex licensed waterproofing applicator, blocklaying and bricklaying. Ph Ken 021 307 019. No job too big, no job too small. LAWNMOWING. Pakawau, Bainham, Tākaka to Wainui. Ph N Shaw 525 7597, 027 212 4020. niallshaw_6@hotmail.com

OPEN EVERY DAY

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

BREAKFAST

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

FROM 8AM - 10AM

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

DINNER + DRINKS FROM 4PM Bookings are recommended

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

Manaaki Tangata

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.

Supporting People

PRUNING, garden/property design, edible landscaping, soil testing, garden mentoring. Sol Morgan, GroWise Consultancy, ph 027 514 9112.

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

PORTABLE SAW MILLING. High yield, low waste, bandsaw milling. Great for dimensional timber or flitches. Suitable for any log size on any site. Ph Tim 524 8997, 027 714 4232. 15

TRADES AND SERVICES / Mahi a ratonga Septic solutions, on-site wastewater design for TDC consents No power, no servicing design specialists. Constructed wetlands, AES advanced secondary systems, septic tanks and disposal trenches. Ph Onekaka-based Waterwork 524 8222. 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.

HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora

Grant Watson

Manipulative Physiotherapist

Collingwood Health Centre at Collingwood Area School

Massage

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

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Reiki

FIRST 1 HOUR TREATMENT - $40 FOR GB LOCALS

Emma Sutherland

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

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

TĀKAKA Garden Services, for all your lawn and garden needs. Ph 027 525 8006 or 525 8806.

www.ameliorate.nz

TILER. Wayne Robinson Tiling. Tiling new bathrooms, kitchens, etc. Ph 027 576 1620.

T.H.R.I.V.E Therapies:

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

Shanti: 021 056 7548 thrive.therapies@gmail.com | www.thrivetherapies.co.nz

WINDOW cleaning. Ph Willem 022 134 1726.

WINDOW cleaning, www.goldenbaypropertyservices.co.nz, ph 027 690 0769. Zentec – technology specialists Computer/smartphone sales and repairs. Supporting all Windows and Apple products. Onsite tech support and internet solutions. Ph 525 8371 or support@zentec.co.nz

GOLDEN BAY SHEETMETAL Metal Flashings

Flues Fire components Wayne Rothwell, Buxton Lane E: gabriele.j@actrix.co.nz

0274 205 933 HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora AROHA Health Spa. Massage: deep tissue, relaxation and clinical; structural bodywork, myofascial release, infrared sauna, spa bath, facials, holistic health and more. Open from 9.30am onwards. Closed Monday and Tuesday. 792 Abel Tasman Drive, Pōhara. Ph 525 8870.

Providing Golden Bay with: Professional, Diagnostic, Clinical Physio & Massage Therapy services ACC registered Provider Sports & Accident injuries Complex musculoskeletal conditions Clinical reviews / Second opinions Orthopaedic / Post-operative rehabilitation Postural / Biomechanical correction programmes Clinical Massage Therapy

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

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Healing with Grace

FIREWOOD. Delivering now. Douglas fir, beech, gum and Lawson cypress. Ph Bay Firewood 027 769 6348. BUILDING or renovating? AES Wastewater Treatment system: No power, 20-year warranty, supplying NZ from Golden Bay. www.et.nz, ph 525 9020.

GOOD lawnmowing business. Ph 027 212 4020 for details. BATTERY, DiaMec sealed, 12V, as new. $70 ono. Ph 027 747 8255.

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

SOLID recycled jarrah table and six chairs, $2,000. Handcrafted rimu rocking chair, perfect condition, $450. Standing easel, $60. Ph 021 161 9869.

Reiki Master & Pranic healer

BROWNING Goldhunter 12-gauge semi-automatic five shot, with five chokes. $900 ono. Ph 027 315 8511.

021 158 2357

PADDOCK-TO-PLATE LAMBS ready for freezer. Chemical free, raised on biological pastures, sold individually, $150 plus costs, can collect from butcher. Ph 021 0860 1277.

AYURVEDIC HEALTH CONSULTATION and herbal dispensary at Floraveda Apothecary. Contact Alida Roussain, Ayurvedic Practitioner, ph 027 585 2947, www.floraveda.co.nz CAROLYN Simon: Craniosacral therapy, naturopathic consults, personalised herbals and flower essences.Txt 027 483 5865, ph 525 8544.

FOR SALE / Hei hokohoko

SITUATIONS VACANT / Tūranga wātea

Lolly Dadley-Moore RCST, PACT Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy OPTIMISING HEALTH

Can address pain, injury, trauma, life transitions. Pivotal for immunity health and post viral syndrome. Working with individuals, children and babies.

www.inbodyhealth.co.nz ꟾ info@inbodyhealth.co.nz Ph 027 338 9504

DAIRY FARM ASSISTANT Grace Shields 021346642 ♥ 5258106 BTSM, RMT MNZ

Gift Vouchers Available

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

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We are looking for an honest, reliable and enthusiastic person to work with us as part of our team. Dairy farming position available on 540-cow property in Upper Takaka. 50-bale rotary shed, irrigated k-line and pivots, accommodat1on included. A detailed job description is available. Applications close 5th May 2022 with start date 1st June 2022 or by negotiation

For more information or to apply contact Robert Rosser 0276726752 or roborosser@xtra.co.nz THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 29 APRIL 2022

10D Peninsula Road Tender : Thursday 19 May, 2pm

OPEN HOME TIMES

NEW LISTING

Saturday 30th April 1187 Takaka Collingwood Hwy 66 Pohara Valley Road 10D Peninsula Road, Tata Beach

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Sunday 1st May 11am - 11.30am

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55 Takaka Valley Highway || Deadline sale: Thursday 12 May, 2pm NEW LISTING

66 Pohara Valley Road || Deadline Sale: Tuesday 17th May 2pm Jump on The Property Ladder

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We have a great number of buyers left over. If you want a free, noobligation, professional appraisal for your property give us a call today. We're here to help!

Billy Kerrisk

Sam Goffriller

Licenced Agent / Business Owner 0276085606

Licenced Salesperson/ Customer Care 0273014209

Level 1, 11 Buxton Lane, Takaka | 03 525 7219 | 027 608 5606 | www.rwgoldenbay.co.nz | Billy Kerrisk Licensed Agent REAA 2008 EATING OUT / Kai wahi kē

PROPERTY WANTED / Rawa hiahia MATURE single male looking for permanent accommodation. Have references. Ph 020 4120 0710. RENTAL required urgently. Older couple in late 80s seeking long-term rental in Golden Bay. Having to move as current rental of 15 years is needed for owners. New home needed by 16 June. Please ph 021 0830 4841.

PROPERTY AVAILABLE / Rawa watea MOTUEKA flat for sale, first home or investment property. https://www.trademe.co.nz/property/residential-propertyfor-sale/auction-3570985508.htm After hosting one tenant for 20 years – same guy, we’re moving on. It’s been the best. THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 29 APRIL 2022

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

ANATOKI SALMON fishing and café. Catch your own lunch or order from the menu. Open every day from 9am-5pm. www. anatokisalmon.co.nz

A Ray White Property Manager can provide you with the peace of mind in knowing that your investment, and your tenants, are in good hands.

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

Jenna Bowden

NZQA Qualified Property Manager jenna.bowden@raywhite.com | 027 525 7229

COURTHOUSE CAFÉ, Collingwood. Open Wednesday-Sunday, 8am-3pm. Saturday nights are pizza nights, 5-7pm dine-in or takeaway. Ph 524 8194. CURRY LEAF. Open 7 days, 12-8pm. Chef-made food, takeaway prices. Order online thecurryleaf.co.nz or ph 525 8481. 17

EATING OUT / Kai wahi kē

UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere

DANGEROUS KITCHEN, open 9am-8pm, Tuesday-Saturday, dine in or take away. Ph 525 8686. DE-LISH DELICATESSEN. Sumptuous, delicious food. Lunches, catering, coffee, chocolate, cheeses and epicure items. Weekdays from 6.30am. Ph 525 7111. OLD SCHOOL CAFÉ. Open 4pm till late Friday and 11am till late Saturday, Sunday. O’SHA, open Tuesday-Sunday, lunch 11.30am-2.30pm and dinner 5-8.30pm. Ph 525 6117. THE MUSSEL INN. Open 7 days from 11am. TOTOS CAFÉ & PIZZERIA: Tōtaranui hill, ph 021 187 1849, totoscafegallery@gmail.com. Contact us for opening hours. WHOLEMEAL CAFÉ, open 7 days for dine-in meals and takeaways, 7.30am-3pm.

GALLERIES / Whakakitenga

LIVING ARTS GALLERY

only, to book ph Diane 525 8097 (evenings please).

FRIDAY 29 APRIL BADMINTON, REC PARK CENTRE, 7-9pm. All welcome. Ph Kerry 525 7007.

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

THURSDAY 5 MAY

SUNDAY 1 MAY ZEN MEDITATION BEGINNERS SANGHA, 6.50pm Sundays. Ph 021 070 0656.

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

MONDAY 2 MAY WINTER FUN FOLK DANCING. Every Monday, 7.30pm, Kotinga Hall. Ph 027 510 7483 for details. AL-ANON: Are you affected by someone else’s drinking? Weekly meetings, 1.30pm Mondays at the Catholic Hall. All welcome. Ph 0508 425 2666.

TUESDAY 3 MAY GB WEEKLY DEADLINE: noon on Tuesdays. Email us: admin@ gbweekly.co.nz.

WEDNESDAY 4 MAY COSTUME HIRE, The Playhouse, Park Ave. Now by appointment

and

LIVING LIGHT CANDLES 85 Tukurua Road Open every day 10am – 4:30pm

CHURCH SERVICES ON SUNDAYS GOLDEN Bay Anglican Church warmly invites you to join them on Sunday, 10am at Takaka or 4.45pm at Collingwood (starting with a cuppa). Fellowship gatherings (fellowship, songs, prayer and bible study) held fortnightly, starting 24 April; traditional services (with a speaker) held on alternate fortnights, starting 1 May. SACRED Heart Catholic faith community celebrate Mass at 5pm Sundays. Masks and sign in please. ST Andrews Presbyterian Church invites you to join with us for morning worship at 10am. Lyall Scheib.

Sunday Service at 10am Pastor: Rodney Watson 0275114266 93 Commercial St, Takaka www.godunlimited.org Ph: 5259 265

God’s way is perfect. All the Lord’s promises prove true. He is a shield for all who look to Him for protection. Psalm 18:30

FESTIVAL 2022

SATURDAY 30 APRIL 12PM – 9PM

(RAIN DATE SUNDAY 1 MAY)

ACTIVITIES

ENTERTAINMENT

Family Games Mandala Art Project Garden Raffle Weed Walk & Centre Tour

Golden Bay musicians Poetry Open Mic for all ages

Local young performers

Seasonal Organic Food and Drinks (BYO Cup/Plate/Cutlery)

ANNUAL FUNDRAISER Adults $10 Kids $5 Family $25

Takaka Vineyard Pop-up Church We meet Sundays 4:30pm– 5:30pm at the Anglican church hall, Commercial street

Kahurangi Christian Church Sunday 10:30am House Church: 76 Bishop Road, Parapara Contact Robin Swafford 022 604 9678 Prayer Meeting at Patons Rock Contact Maureen Harte 027 416 4222

START YOUR L EGACY Nelson College Boarding Open Day Saturday 7 May 10am - 1pm

Come and meet our Tumuaki/Principal and key Boarding Staff, and find out how your son could be part of our Nelson College family. Email boarding@nelsoncollege.school.nz for more information.

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UPCOMING GIGS & EVENTS... OPEN MIC NIGHT THURSDAYS 7.30PM,

Golden Bay Basketball Assn

MEN’S AND WOMEN’S COMPETITION

The Public Health Risks of Nitrate Contamination of Drinking Water

SATURDAY 30TH APRIL

St Peters thursday (chch) - live

is beginning early May

FRIDAY 13TH MAY

If you would like to enter a team, need help finding a team, or would like some more information please get in touch asap either through our Facebook page or contact Shaun on 027 448 2399.

roots & fruits hosted by galanjah from 2pm

A public talk by Dr Tim Chambers

SATURDAY 15TH MAY

Tim’s current research the potential health burden of Drinvestigates Tim Chambers drinking water contamination, with a focus on nitrate.

A public Research talk by Fellow Otago University

Otago University Research Fellow

AIR YER UNDIES OUT!

eye SITE

FreQ Nasty

Saturday 7 May - 7.30pm Senior Citizens’ Hall, 94 Commercial St Friday 20 August 2021 Also offering free nitrate testing after the talk - bring 100ml of water. If you have apm nitrate filter, bring 100ml 7.30

tickets to be announced.

Entry by gold coin Koha. Presented by Friends of Golden Bay Inc.

joshua tree / loose connections / aqua poodle

THE

SATURDAY 28TH MAY

The essence of good vision

joshua tree/ pauleo

each of unfiltered and filtered water.

GB Community Centre 88 Commercial St

OUR NEXT VISIT TO TAKAKA IS TUESDAY 10 MAY

Pakawau Beach Park (Behind the Brigand Café) Entry by gold coin Koha Presented by Friends of Golden Bay Inc.

Ph 525 9702 for appointments

n EYECARE n SPECTACLES n CONTACT LENSES

Cabins + powered and non-powered camping - ph 524 8308

WE ARE COMMITTED TO PROVIDING FRIENDLY PROFESSIONAL EYECARE AT REALISTIC PRICES

Neil Esposito

HOURS: Camp Shop 8am to 6pm

Newspapers ● Ice ● Bread ● Milk ● Ice-creams....etc

WINE ● BEER ● DIESEL ● PETROL

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Your eyes are special

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- Let us look after them -

Programmes to listen out for:

The Mussel Inn

Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing

Join Duncan Graham for Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing: voices of protest, voices of freedom. Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing airs Friday evenings at 6.00 with new content every 2 weeks.

Coming Up... Sun 8th

WEREWOLF - A thrilling theatre experience - an interactive play where anything can happen in the dark if you’re not paying attention. $25 limited tickets.

The Jam Takaka

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

Join Hazel Molloy and friends, with interesting topics of conversation, really good music, and information about youth-oriented events and opportunities in The Tasman District. Kindly supported by the Tasman Youth Council and airs every second Wednesday afternoon 5.00 and replays the following Sunday morning at 1.00.

Thu 12th QUIZ - 7.30pm. All welcome. Sat 14th NICK FEINT and RENEE MILLNER acoustic singer songwriters, $10 Thu 19th LIVE POETS SPECIAL – ‘HYSTERICAL’Fierce, feminist, fulfilling poetry. Carrie Rudzinski and Olivia Hall will leave you feeling empowered and alive. $15 tickets, $20 on the door.

1000 acres of private West Coast to explore

Sat 21st MILES CALDER DUO, $20 tickets @ undertheradar.

7 unique beaches along 3km of coastline

The Dinner Club -

Join Anna and Mia, two students from Nelson College for Girls present an hour of music chat and fun. Thursday afternoons at 5:00, and replays Sunday mornings at 2:00. Have you ever considered making your own radio programme? Fresh FM is About local, By locals and For locals. You will receive training and the opportunity to have fun and spread your message. Check our website @ freshfm.net for contact details and get in touch.

Thu 26th QUIZ - 7.30pm. All welcome. Sat 28th ALBI AND THE WOLVES, $15

03 524 8711 info@tehapu.co.nz www.tehapu.co.nz

JUNE Sat 4th

THE EASTERN! $20

TAKAKA FUELS & FISHING

Golden Bay weather forecast

Saturday: Light winds. Fine. Slight frosts in sheltered

places then briefly mild for a time.

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the afternoon. Mainly fine and tending milder.

Tuesday: Light winds with more fine weather.

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SOLLYS Contractors

Disclaimer: This forecast is a personal interpretation complied from public information provided by NZ Metservice and other public sources. It is a local forecast and no liability is implied or accepted.

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Valid from Friday 29 April until Tuesday 3 May Friday: Light winds. A few cloudy areas about the hills at first, otherwise fine weather.

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

info@goldenbayproperty.com

Ph: (03) 525 8800

FERNTOWN MAGIC!

C’WOOD PUPONGA MAIN RD, FERNTOWN Deadline Sale: 1pm 05.05.22 (NSP)

This beautiful 4.1hectare block is offered for sale, subject to issue of the new title (resource consent has been issued). This block has beautiful bush, grazing & even its own whitebaiting spot! Located approx. 4km from Collingwood, this is just waiting for you to build your dream home or bach & depending on where you build on the site, both sea & estuary views may be possible. A small stream runs through the property, creating a possible water source for the garden in years to come. So if this is where you might like to create your own magic, contact me for further information. Ref: GB3890

James Mackay 027 359 0892 james@goldenbayproperty.com

‘BIRD SONG COTTAGE’ HEADINGCOLLINGWOOD

TWO HOMES ON HALF A HECTARE

OPEN HOME Sunday 1.00 - 1.30pm

44 GIBBS ROAD, COLLINGWOOD

Deadline Sale: 12pm 04.05.22 (NSP)

12 POPLAR LANE, COLLINGWOOD

$1.3m

Cute, comfortable & cosy. This cottage oozes character with gorgeous timber finishings, leadlight windows ….. & a private bush setting, hence the bird song! The open plan living, dining & kitchen features 3 dble French doors that create that much sought-after indoor/outdoor flow. 1 bdrm / 1 bthrm with options to spread out. Close to Collingwood township & beach, with Collingwood Area School, Swimming Pool, & Playcentre just a 5minute stroll away. Call us today to view this gem. Ref: GB3889 Paul McConnon 0275 042 872 paul@goldenbayproperty.com or Jana McConnon 021 245 2197 jana@goldenbayproperty.com

Just a short walk from Collingwood township, this beautifully presented property has so much to offer. The main house is modern with 2 bedrooms, a large lounge, 2 bathrooms & quality chattels throughout. The deck, covered by a pergola, gives stunning views to the estuary & mountain range beyond, across immaculate gardens. The 2nd very tidy cottage has 2 bedrooms & 1 bathroom & the views across the gardens give you great privacy. Just right for the extended whanau or even as a rental….. You really must view this to appreciate it’s value! Viewing is strictly by appointment, so give me a call. Ref: GB3875

RURAL RETREAT IN ROCKVILLE

STRIKE GOLD!

James Mackay 027 359 0892 or james@goldenbayproperty.com

25 GIBBS RD, COLLINGWOOD

1118 C’WOOD-BAINHAM RD

• The most stunning of views! • Open plan dining/living • 3 dble bd, ensuite & fam. Bth • Renewed kitchen incl. appliances • Beautiful home on 1850m2 Ref: GB3887 Price By Negotiation Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840 or belinda@goldenbayproperty.com

• 5 bedroom character villa • Set amongst est. gardens • Including orchard & vegies • 5615m2 to play with... • Plenty of room to kick a ball! Ref: GB3886 Price By Negotiation Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840 or belinda@goldenbayproperty.com

FAMILY VALUE

LAND, BUILDINGS & BUSINESS 2 WADSWORTH ST, TĀKAKA

25 MOTUPIPI ST, TĀKAKA

• Annie’s Nirvana Backpackers • Centrally located iconic accomm. • Deceptively spacious –28ppl max. • 8 bdrms, 4 bthrms, 2 kitchens • Self-contained owners accomm. Ref: GBC3862 $849,000+GST (if any) Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840 or belinda@goldenbayproperty.com

• 4 bedrooms + sunroom • 921m2 fully fenced section • GBHS, TPS & Kindy steps away • School shop 5mins stroll • So convenient - sell the car! Ref: GB3883 Price: $595,000 James Mackay 027 359 0892 or james@goldenbayproperty.com Sharon MCCONNON Sales Manager 0275 258 255

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Paul MCCONNON Salesperson 0275 042 872

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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