The GB Weekly - 16 December 2022

Rain no dampener for parade

JO RICHARDS

Yes, it did rain on the parade. But no, it didn’t dampen the enthusiasm of the audience or performers.

From around 9.30am last Saturday morning, crowds began to gather on Tākaka’s Commercial Street in anticipation of the annual Santa Parade. Sheltering from the rain, under shop awnings and umbrellas, parents waited patiently while their young offspring’s excitement grew with every passing minute.

Down at Sollys Yard, the finishing – or in some cases the starting – touches were being applied to several wheeled creations. Surrounded by busy crews, a small fleet of Sollys trucks and tandem trailers were rapidly being transformed into carnival floats using a combination of fern leaves, bunting, banners, and hay bales.

Members of the Tākaka Drama Society still had a lot to do, but co-ordinator Gita Krenek was confident that they would get the show on the road. “We’ll have eight people on the float and two extra as a cavorting horse.”

By contrast, the younger thespians from Kidztheatre were virtually ready to roll; their trailer was adorned with a forest of green

foliage, and most players were already in costume and makeup, including a couple wearing monkey masks.

The even-younger participants, from Golden Bay Kindergarten, were also good to go. Keeping a watchful eye on proceedings from under their brollies, teachers Casey Coburn and Heather Kearon were dressed up for the part as a pair of Christmas elves.

The Kahurangi Christian Church float remained a work in progress, while some technical matters needed attention –specifically hooking up an electric piano, drum kit and microphones, and ensuring they were kept dry. Church leader Rowan Miller was hoping for a minor miracle. “We need a parting of the clouds rather than the sea.”

Among Rowan’s nativity cast was “wise woman” Beate Franke and her sock-puppet camel Humphrey, who were getting ready to join angels and shepherds on the hay bales.

Back on Commercial Street, with the time fast approaching 10am, crowds had flooded onto to the pavements lining the main street.

The first indication that the parade was underway was the chorus of sirens and horn blasts from the fire engines and other

emergency vehicles that followed the leading truck, which carried musicians from Tākaka Citizens’ Band and Motueka Band.

Hot on the wheels of the fire engines, the carnival continued with a procession of vintage cars, festive floats and marching groups, while the Rec Centre’s Tom Lake distributed sweets from his lolly bucket.

Last but not least was Santa himself, sitting alongside a trio of little helpers in a sleigh riding on the back of a blue ute.

As the procession came to an end, the brass instrumentalists jumped off the bandwagon and set up on the Village Green, where they performed a medley of Christmas favourites beginning with Silent Night.

Passing judgement on the parade a few minutes after it dispersed, two young spectators were clearly impressed.

“I liked the people singing and stuff,” said nine-year-old Ben McKee. His seven-year-old brother Isaac, however, preferred the big machines.

“I liked the fire engines.” But both agreed on one thing: Tom needs a bigger bucket. “The lollies ran out before we got any,” said Ben.

More photos on page 10

Golden Bay Community Board’s final meeting of the year was held, as usual, at Tasman District Council Service Centre in Tākaka. What wasn’t so usual was the Monday afternoon time slot – a change from the regular Tuesday morning meeting.

Public Forum

The change of schedule, end-of-year fatigue or the sunny weather, may have been factors in the low turnout.

The sole contributor Noel Baigent spoke on behalf of Golden Bay RSA when he drew the board’s attention to the poor state of the Tākaka Memorial Park lawn. “The park’s been open for six years but, over the last two years, has deteriorated.” Photos of the lawn showed patchy, weed-infested grass. Noel asked the board support the RSA in recommending that TDC overrules its restrictions on herbicide usage in the town’s CBD.

Later in the meeting, GBCB chair Abbie Langford undertook to obtain advice from TDC staff in time for the board’s February meeting. Councillor Celia Butler made a further suggestion: “We should ask for the lawn to be redone; it’s poor quality.”

Presentations

Golden Bay Marine Restoration Group: The group, which was formed around two years ago, provided an update of its activities, with members Gene Klein and Neil Wilson summarising recent developments.

Gene began by screening a three-minute video which explained how simple seabed artificial habitat structures called “reef balls” could quickly improve marine biodiversity and depicted their practical deployment.

Neil said the group’s vision focused on installing reef balls in “strategic places” in order to restore bryozoan colonies (similar to corals) as a first step towards enhancing the Bay’s marine ecology.

When the group made a presentation at a full council meeting in April 2020 they had proposed a no-anchor zone near Separation Point as well as the commissioning of a scientific survey of the Bay’s marine environment. Neil said that the council’s response “on the day” was “enthusiastic” but little had come from it.

Gene explained that the group is preparing to submit an “indicative proposal” which he asked the board to support and “endorse us to council”.

After some discussion Abbie said the board would consider the request but “needed to see the proposal” before making a commitment.

JO RICHARDS

Last Saturday’s Santa Parade attracted a large crowd to Tākaka’s Commercial Street. Photo: Jo Richards.

Being SunSmart in our sun-shiny region

With

the title of second sunniest spot in Aotearoa (top spot goes to Taranaki) comes the great responsibility of being SunSmart.

Along with Australia, New Zealand has the highest malignant melanoma rates in the world. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in New Zealand and more New Zealanders die from melanoma than die on our roads.

The good news is that prevention is as easy as slip, slap, slop. Slip on clothing and into shade, slop on sunscreen (broad-spectrum and at least SPF 30), slap on a hat, and wrap on sunglasses.

More good news: most melanomas can be successfully treated and early detection can lead to more effective treatment. Check your skin and if you notice any unusual skin changes or see/ feel a spot or mole that is different to others, see your GP for a skin examination.

Skin check vouchers

The Nelson Tasman Cancer Society just wrapped up their third year of allocating $75 skin check vouchers, with more vouchers available from October 2023. In the meantime, a number of vouchers have been reserved for GPs to allocate to the patients they know would especially benefit. If you believe you are high risk, please contact your GP to ask about your eligibility.

SunSmart Shade Loan

If your non-profit community group is having an outdoors event this summer, protect your team with a SunSmart Shade from your local Cancer Society. Book online, or call:

The Cancer Society Marlborough (03) 579 4379

Where

GB Community Board – December

Continued from page 1

Community Partnerships Update

TDC community partnerships officer Claire Webster discussed ideas for potential development of the river access area at the end of Reilly Street to create a recreational space within walking distance of Tākaka township. Claire envisaged a riverside area where the public could have easy access to swimming, dog walking and general recreation. The owners of the adjacent farmland – the Rose family – are “happy [for us] to plant trees and have picnic places,” said Claire who asked for the board’s support and “to champion it”.

Abbie agreed as a “first step” to contact TDC staff to explain that the board was “…in principle in support of this”.

Chair’s Report

Public Forum: Abbie reminded the board that items raised on the day can now only be discussed briefly during the Chair’s Report. Any decisions, such as letters of support or requests to council, will be held until the next meeting when the request will appear as an item on the Chair’s Report along with the requisite information from TDC staff.

A review of items raised at last month’s public forum covered the following issues:

Requests for a temporary 30km/hr speed limit and mobility parking in Collingwood are being considered by TDC transportation manager.

• Options to reinstate regular GBCB meetings in Collingwood are being explored by the board.

• The installation of bike stands at popular beaches is being investigated by TDC staff.

• Following a request from Duncan McKenzie regarding the extraction of gravel from the Tākaka River, TDC’s David Stephenson agreed to meet with Duncan.

• A solution to the ongoing problem of stormwater drainage and flooding at Reilly street, and its impact on affordable housing development is being sought. TDC staff inspected the affected area and will report their findings. In the meantime, Abbie said the board backed the proposal for affordable housing in the location and would draft a letter to council. “We will write to say we support and strongly endorse the proposal and are keen to see Reilly Street stormwater issues resolved.”

Community Board communication plan: Two of TDC’s sixmember communications team – Tim O’Connell and Sarah Rapsey – discussed the best ways of informing locals about upcoming community board meetings, including details of agenda items, presentations and submissions, as well as other

important issues.

Sarah suggested that social media was the “right medium” for the board to communicate with the community. “Facebook would be a great channel for the Community Board to use; it would be good to set up a Community Board Facebook page.”

Questions were raised about who would manage, moderate and co-ordinate the page and what other Facebook communities the board should connect with. It was decided that the board would hold a workshop in January to develop the plan.

Board member Grant Knowles offered to use his slots on FreshFM to bring community board news to the local audience.

Tim explained that TDC’s use of community newspapers to connect with ratepayers is being reduced. “The [fortnightly] Newsline Updates will stop, but there is the opportunity to tailor things – we’ll still need to do some advertising.” The distribution of TDC’s hard copy Newsline publication, however, will continue.

Community newspapers remain in the mix – and Abbie offered to discuss options and costs with The GB Weekly.

Discretionary Fund Workshop: Abbie explained to the board that the current allocation procedure for discretionary funds needed to be revisited. “I’d like us to review the criteria and application process.”

Mohua 2042: The Board previously received the report and gave support in principle but Grant had asked the board to consider stronger support by formally adopting the strategy. Following some discussion, it was agreed to request a staff report which would identify options.

Melia Tree on the Village Green: Abbie explained that the melia tree on Tākaka’s Village Green will be removed with some urgency as it has become a health and safety hazard. “It will be replaced with a mature tree and the Village Green committee will have an input into the choice.”

Discretionary Fund Applications

A request from Golden Bay Shared Recreation Facility for $500 towards the costs of the Santa Parade was rejected because it was deemed a retrospective application.

Board member updates

Board members raised a number of topics including: Grant’s continuation as the board’s liaison with Manawhenua ki Mohua; an upcoming meeting to discuss the impacts of noise from marine farming operations; waste management at Tākaka’s Visitor Centre; and TDC’s imminent decision regarding consent for the Pakawau seawall.

After the board accepted the financial summary and action sheet, the meeting was closed.

The next GBCB meeting is in February 2023.

NEWSLINE UPDATES

Holiday hours and services 2022/2023

Wednesday 4 January.

Library hours

Richmond, Motueka and Tākaka libraries will close at 5.00 pm Friday 23 December and reopen on Wednesday 28 December. They will close again from Sunday 1 to Tuesday 3 January. They will be open again as usual from Wednesday 4 January.

Murchison Library will be closed during the same time/dates as the Murchison Service Centre.

Rubbish and recycling

This year, rubbish and recycling collections over the holiday period remain the same across the District due to Christmas and New Year’s Day falling on a Sunday.

Our resource recovery centres will be closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Opening hours will otherwise stay the same. Opening hours vary for each centre and you can find details on our website. Please place your recycling bins and bags on the roadside in a location where our drivers can see them clearly. If you leave the area before collection day or have extra, you can drop your official rubbish bags and recycling at any resource recovery centre free of charge.

public recycling bin in the car park opposite the beach.

Do you have more glass recycling than usual?

Please don't overfill your glass recycling crate, if you do, it won’t be emptied. The contents can’t sit above the top lip of the crate, and it shouldn’t weigh more than 12kg. When the crates are overfilled the bottles can fall and break, risking injuries to our collection team and others.

You are welcome to put out more than one crate and you can buy additional crates from any of our service centres or resource recovery centres for $26.

Consents and other requests

The statutory clock for LIMs, Building Consents, Resource Consents and LGOIMA requests stops on 20 December and restarts on 11 January. This means that processing times for these applications will be extended and any working days during this period are not counted towards the statutory timeframes.

Be in the know with Antenno

We’re using a free mobile app called Antenno to send you alerts and notifications about places and topics you care about, like reminders about recycling or road closures.

There are two ways you can use Antenno: receive notifications from us about the places you have marked as important to you or report back to us on issues or feedback.

Antenno lets you choose the places you want to be alerted about, so you're not being alerted about things that don't affect you. You can have multiple "places" which could be the area you live in, work or where your holiday home is for example. You can expect to see updates from Council on a wide range of things.

For reporting issues, the app conveniently adds the location to a photo so we can log the problem, including a description of it and your contact details. It's an easy way to get in touch with us.

Floating flamingos should stay in the pool!

Enjoy your day at the beach but leave the inflatable toys at home – that's the message from our Harbourmaster as he prepares for a busy holiday season on the water.

Small blow-up boats, large plastic swans, super-sized floating flamingos and colourful donut rings are great fun in the pool but can pose a real danger at the beach.

Harbourmaster Dan Cairney says they may look like fun, but when you’re on them the wind can easily blow you out to sea.

Before buying inflatable toys as Christmas presents, people should stop and think about where they will be used.

Dan says they are not ideal for the beach, it only takes a little bit of a breeze and things can quickly turn sour. He says a couple of summers ago during a regular patrol he came across a pair of foreign tourists who had picked up a couple of cheap small blow-up boats and set off out to sea from Kaiteriteri on a fishing expedition.

“They were having fun, but neither had a lifejacket –they were extremely fortunate the weather was good, or it would have been a vastly different story.”

Dan says they were more than half a kilometre offshore and had just caught a big spiky barracouta, so he lent them lifejackets and escorted them back to safety.

Another popular but dangerous spot is when the tide is flooding out of the Kaiteriteri lagoon.

In 2019, two girls close to drowning were dragged to shore by other swimmers in a dramatic rescue.

Dan says these currents are especially bad during king and spring flood tides and younger inexperienced swimmers or those using inflatable devices can end up being swept out into Kaiteriteri Bay.

COUNCIL HUI

Meetings will take place in person and via Zoom. Visit tasman.govt.nz/meetings-calendar for details and the Zoom link. Unless otherwise stated, all meetings will be held at Council Chambers, 189 Queen Street, Richmond.

Summer Events Guide

The Nelson Tasman Summer Events Guide 2022/2023 is out now! Keep an eye out for a copy in your letterbox, pick one up from one of our service centres or download a copy from our website, tasman.govt.nz/summer-events-guide.

Antenno is simple and easy to use and no personal information or log on details are required. Download it for free from your relevant app store today.

Motueka Community Board Tuesday 20 December, 4.00 pm. Motueka Library, 32 Wallace Street

Tasman District Council Thursday 22 December, 9.30 am

Kaiteriteri and Mārahau rubbish and

It’s a popular early summer sport in Golden Bay, attracting dozens of players – girls, boys, men and women – to the Rec Park on Tuesday evenings for series of six-a-side matches.

When The GB Weekly caught up with Tākaka Rugby Club president, and organiser of the local touch league, Anthony Tait, at the final round robin fixtures last week, he was getting ready to turnout for the Lasers Blazers. Before he took to the pitch Anthony highlighted the number of teams involved in the current competition. “We have four men’s, two women’s and four mixed teams, and eight mixed B teams.”

On the Rec Park’s rugby paddock, marked out specifically for the touch season, games were soon underway on all four pitches.

It only takes a few minutes spectating to see that speed, agility and communication are the key attributes required in a good touch player.

Touches rather than tackles are the order of the day; touches can be made with one or both hands. When the ball-carrier is

touched by an opponent, the player must place the ball on the ground at the point where the touch was made and roll it back or step over it. Teams have a set of six touches in which to score a try before possession is ceded to the other side.

The swerves, dodges and contortions that ball-carriers perform in order to avoid a touch provide great entertainment for spectators – and is clearly enjoyed by the players.

On one pitch, Leonard Mason was seeing plenty of action. “It keeps the fitness going over the summer,” said Tākaka Rugby Club’s senior lock. “It’s the only exercise I do.”

One of his opponents Rachael Nalder is something of a rugby veteran at the age of 20. “I’ve been playing since I was 15,” said Rachael, adding that men and women can meet on equal terms. “It doesn’t make any difference; as long as you’ve got confidence, speed and communicate with your team mates.”

She demonstrated her theory in practice several times over with a number of penetrating runs which often resulted in a try being scored.

The touch season is now reaching its climax; the semi-finals took place on Tuesday this week, with the finals scheduled for next Tuesday evening at the Rec Park.

Staying out of touch: Rachael Nalder evades her opponents in one of last week’s round robin touch matches. Photo: Jo Richards.

DramaLAB to premiere short film

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The older teen group wanted to try something different from theatre and started to work on the movie in the beginning of 2022. Their aim was to make a short murder-mystery thriller. They developed the storyline, the characters and scene content and brainstormed camera angles, film location and costumes. It was a great learning journey for all, including theatre director Martine Baanvinger.

“I have never made a movie before, and a lot of research needed to be done to figure it out,” says Martine. “Luckily, we found Benji Wick and Poppy Ellis who were keen to be involved. Beside all the important film equipment they also have the skill and knowledge and led us through the process.”

It took four very long days to film the movie, which was shot in

“The

Martine says, although it was very exciting to work with a new medium, it can take hours to shoot even a very short scene. “The young actors were so patient and we had lots of fun along the way. It was a special project as most of the students have been with DramaLAB for a long time and some of them they are moving on next year, so this will be their last involvement with DramaLAB.”

The movie will premiere this Sunday at the Village Theatre at 7pm. Tickets are available at the cinema. The red carpet will be rolled out, the actors and crew will have a glamorous arrival in black tie dress code at the cinema with paparazzi and journalists awaiting them. The actors will lead the evening and offer a theatresports showcase, a raffle and, of course, the movie.

Martine is very grateful for the support the group received. “A special thank you to our sponsors Trash Palace, FreshChoice, Tania Belworthy and Dave Myall.”

SUBMITTED

The DramaLAB Youth has been fundraising over the last few months to cover some of the cost for their short movie Delmonte’s Legacy

Rototai beach area.

outdoor scenes proved to be tricky to shoot due to the changing weather and tides.”

DramaLAB performers will walk the red carpet at the Village Theatre on Sunday 18 December. Photo: Supplied.

THANK YOU

The residents, staff and committee of Abbeyfield Golden Bay would like to thank all those who have over the year supported us in any way. Abbeyfield would not be the special place it is without the strong support that it enjoys. We are very grateful and proud to be part of this Golden Bay community.

We wish you all a very happy and safe festive season and look forward to great things next year.

TRASH PALACE

would like to wish the community a safe & Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year Announcement: we will be closed 11-13 January for health and safety, due to re-roofing of our premises at the Golden Bay Workcentre. We would appreciate it if you can please refrain from dropping off your donations during this time

Many thanks from the Trash Palace Team

Kia ora koutou e te whānau and a warm welcome to all our visitors who have started to arrive marking the beginning of summer.

We’ve had no more reports of graffiti or damage at schools since I last mentioned it which is great.

• 26 November: A 49-year-old Japanese national was warned for careless driving after falling asleep at the wheel and crashing near Upper Tākaka. Thankfully nobody was injured.

• Found: numerous items of found property have been handed in. A camera tripod, a white iPhone, a famous branded watch was found in Collingwood on Labour weekend, and a Bluetooth watch was found at Wharariki Beach. Pop in if any of that sounds like it belongs to you.

• A number of people have reported losing vehicle keys, if you find any keys or anything of value please hand them into police or drop them in the dropbox by our front door, we can often reunite them with their very grateful owners.

A large group were spoken to and warned for drinking alcohol on the Village Green. It is a good time to remind everyone about the liquor ban bylaw. Go to the council’s website to see public areas affected, don’t wait for us to come and tell you off and tip it out. The fine is $200-$250.

• A 28-year-old Nelson male was moved on after becoming a regular rough sleeper in and around town.

• 29 November: A vehicle was captured on CCTV ramming the Birds Hill lights. The vehicle’s owner, a 22-year-old local male has been served a 14 day notice to advise Police who the driver was of his vehicle at the time. Failure to do so will see him in court.

• 7 December: A 37-year-old local female was issued a number of infringements and her vehicle pink-stickered (written off the road for being unwarranted and unregistered for quite some time). The bogus number plates were the giveaway for the visiting traffic officers.

• 7 December: A 37-year-old local male was arrested for failing to appear in court.

The days are heating up, don’t forget to slip, slap, slop and be kind to each other. We’re a team of 5000 about to become 14,000!

Ma nga hua tu tangata - By our actions we are known

SUBMITTED BY MICHAEL DELCEG

GREY MATTERS

There has been an important improvement in funding for dental care announced by the Ministry for Social Development.

As we reported last time, Grey Power lobbied for this during the past year, and with the NZ Dental Association coming on board, the pressure has proven enough for this significant change to be made. Criteria for support for dental work now not only include emergency work but also work that will have a preventative effect later on. This is only good sense, as corrective work later is almost always more expensive and difficult for dentist and patient.

The Ministry of Health recently boosted the financial support available for dental work. From 1 December, the maximum amount increased from $300 to $1,000 in a 52-week period (except where exceptional circumstances exist). The ministry has made this change to better support people in low-income house-holds in order to meet their oral health needs.

There are conditions of course, and the dentist will have to fill out a form, as with ACC claims. Golden Bay Dental, among others, is aware of this development and is ready to process any claim.

Here is the URL to get all the details:

https://www.dcnz.org.nz/assets/Uploads/Publications/ Updates/Information-guide-for-Dental-Special-Needs-Grantschanges-from-1-Dec-2022.pdf

Of course, this is not yet free dental care for all Kiwis, which is the result that Grey Power and the NZ Dental Association are continuing to lobby for, but it is a great step towards this goal. To hear an interview with a medical association representative about the programme, here is another link:

https://www.newshub.co.nz/home/politics/2022/12/ association-of-salaried-medical-professionals-calls-for-dentalgrants-to-be-extended-further.html

Grey Power will continue to work towards this end. It’s worth noting that this initiative was instituted by our Top of the South Zone and quickly won support at the national AGM.

Grey Power is continuing to be active in health at the local level with a meeting at the Nelson Marlborough District Health Board in November. Waiting times for surgery were discussed. The objective is to reduce these in stages so that the target of within 100 days is reached by next year. While virtual consults are encouraged, and travel assistance is available, crossover for physical-contact costs is still a problem, as is accommodation.

The funding model for Meals on Wheels continues to be inappropriate for Golden Bay. Access for clinical supervision is also lacking here. There is a proposed acute assessment unit with dedicated staff for short stay patients such as those coming from the Bay. Most of these problems involve the need for more funding, and the DHB has expressed its determination to make this known to those responsible as the new regime unfolds in the coming year. Grey Power will certainly be keeping an eye on this and continuing to lobby on your behalf.

One thing that you can do is to participate in the following survey if it applies to you:

We, the Health Quality & Safety Commission, want to better understand the experiences of consumers and/or whānau who have had an infection because of their hospital care.

We are inviting you to complete a short survey (four questions) about your experiences. We will use your responses to this survey to find ways to improve care, reduce infections and help health providers better meet the needs of consumers.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/V9BBDG3.

This survey will close on Wednesday 21 December 2022.

This also came through Grey Power’s health group’s information dissemination. We will continue to work on these issues in the coming year.

All aboard: teachers and parents join the kids on the Golden Bay Kindergarten float. Photos: Jo Richards.

GB Kindergarten’s Heather Kearon and Casey Coburn. On parade: the young thespians from Kidztheatre.

Santa and his little helpers on a one-ute open sleigh. All the world’s a stage: Tākaka Drama Society put on a show.

High school honours high achievers

RONNIE SHORT

Golden Bay High School’s senior prizegiving event filled the school gymnasium with students, teachers, families and friends on Monday 5 December.

The years 11-13 students were dressed neatly, some in full formal attire.

Deputy principal Coralie Stopford opened the proceedings with a welcome and karakia, before year 7 teacher Ute Schroder led the singing of the national anthem.

Summing up the year at GBHS, Board of Trustees chair Susi Struck gave a special thank you to principal Linda Tame, who she said, “has literally turned the school around”.

Susi wished the leaving students well for the future. “You can do it and we will always have your back.”

Linda spoke of the school’s values – whanaungatanga, manaakitanga, kaitiakitanga and wairuatanga – applying examples of each in practise during a school year that has been a time of upheaval due to the ongoing rebuild.

She then turned to a departing member of staff. “We pay tribute to a very special teacher who has developed those values in her students… tonight we honour Margie Little.”

In her speech, head student Imogen Harris also honoured Margie, mentioning how her classes encompassed “much more than a regular Māori class”. Imogen concluded by saying: “Mrs Little, I hope you know how much we appreciate you and how dearly we will

miss you.”

All senior students then performed a stirring haka, at the conclusion of which a male student’s voice called out, “We love you Margie.”

Prior to the year 12 awards, year 11 student Malaika Hollis sang, to great applause. Between year group awards, Stella Molloy of year 13 performed a song she had composed “about six months ago”, which was also well received.

Linda delivered the principal’s address and announced the recipients of scholarships –which included several prestigious university awards worth between $5,000 and $14,000.

The school’s major prizes followed with Margie presenting the Dux award to Imogen, while Proxime Accessit went to Maata Howard.

Gareth Batten presented the year 13 awards and, as is GBHS tradition, each of the year 13 students was given a mug, crafted by local potter Tim Jessep, and stamped with the school emblem.

Imogen rose to speak again noting how interesting 2022 has been, with year 13 numbers “going from 70 to 17 students”. To her

fellow students she said, “It’s been a privilege finishing with you.”

And she had some advice for 2023’s year 13 students: “Make the most of it; it’s all over before you know it.”

Fellow head student Isaac Pawley had made the trip from Christchurch, where he is receiving treatment for aplastic anemia. He came with a special message: “A huge thank you to anyone and everyone who supported me throughout this challenge I am going through – it means a lot.”

With Sportsman of the Year, and art and leadership awards under his belt, Isaac can now focus on his healing journey for the year ahead.

Linda Tame wished all year 13 students well, and admitted to feeling a mixture of aroha and sadness.

“Follow your dreams. Life is about the journey not the destination…persevere through adversity.”

The successful and celebratory evening wound up with a karakia and shared kai.

Top tally for school’s Daffodil Day

ANITA PETERS

Motupipi School was awarded a certificate of recognition by the Cancer Society recently for having raised the second-highest amount by all Nelson/Tasman region schools in their Daffodil Day fundraiser. The highest amount was raised by Waimea College, meaning Motupipi, given its size, actually raised the highest amount per pupil.

The final tally of $1546.76 was the outcome of the hard work and planning that went into the mostly self-designed enterprises, where everything from food and drink to games, crafts and puzzles were sold.

“We just wanted to do a big shout-out to Motupipi School, who have supported us for years with Daffodil Day,” said Cyndy Smith from the Cancer Society’s Nelson/ Tasman branch. “It’s very close to our hearts. We know that they really get behind it and they have fun along the way, which is what we want. And the money that’s raised goes directly back into this

community.”

The society provides support groups, financial support, access to counselling, posttreatment rehabilitation and recovery, and information and navigation. Cyndy comes to the Bay every two months to run a support

group here, and is also available to meet with people at Mohua Social Services for one-toone support.

Cyndy Smith, Cancer Society Nelson/ Tasman branch, email cyndy@cancernelson. org.nz or ph 027 258 0075.

The GBHS Principal’s Award for Outstanding Leadership went to Imogen Harris and Isaac Pawley.

Photo: Ronnie Short.

Cyndy Smith, top left, from the Nelson/Tasman branch of the Cancer Society presents a certificate of recognition to Motupipi School, with principal Rachel Evans, far right. Photo Anita Peters.

Collingwood Area School prizegiving

Year 9. Academic Achievement in English and Math, 2nd= Year 9 –Alex de Jong. Most consistent and 1st in PE and Technology, 2nd= Year 9 – Aonghus Garbutt. Most Consistent in Math and Health, 1st in Visual Arts, 2nd in English, Math and Technology, First Overall in Year 10. Most Improved in Health, Math, PE, and Technology, Most Consistent in English, Social Studies, PE, and Health, 1st in PE, 1st= English, 2nd in Visual Arts and Science, Third Overall in Year 10 – Thorin McQueen. Most Consistent in Math and Science, 1st in Science, 1st= English and Mathematics, 2nd in Social Sciences, Second Overall in Year 10 – Cooper Ricketts. Most Consistent in Visual Arts and Technology, 1st in Technology, Social Studies, 1st= English and 1st= Mathematics, First Overall in Year 10 - Royce Rhodes. Special Awards Year 9 - 10.

Trophy for Toi Māori and The Arts for a student who excels in Visual Arts and Kapa Haka – Thorin McQueen. Social Science Cup for Achievement in Social Sciences – Thorin McQueen. Achievement in Sport Trophy Year 8-10 – Nelson Glass. Hindmarsh Walker Trophy for Arts – Nathalie Urquhart. Collingwood Area School Most Outstanding Effort – Cooper Ricketts. Pounamu Leadership Award Trophy – Aonghus Garbutt. NCEA Level One.

Second in English, Third Overall in NCEA Level One – Grace Strange. Most Consistent in Science and Outdoor Education, 1st in Outdoor Education, 1st= Food Tech, Second Overall in NCEA Level One –Courtney Riordan. Most Consistent in Science and Technology, 1st in Visual Arts, English, Mathematics and Wood Technology, 1st= Food Technology, 2nd in Science, First Overall in NCEA Level One – Nora Becker. NCEA Level Two. Most Improved in Biology, Most Consistent in Technology, First in Tech Metal, 2nd= Outdoor Education, Third in English and BIology, Third Overall in NCEA Level Two – Tiana Olney. Most Consistent in Chemistry, Outdoor

Education and Biology, 1st in Biology, Chemistry and Outdoor Education, 1st= Mathematics, 2nd in English, Outstanding Effort in Te Kura Food Science, 1st= NCEA Level Two – Bonnie Rhodes. Most Consistent in English, Art and Biology, Academic Achievement in Visual Arts Painting, English, 1st= Mathematics, 2nd in Biology and 2nd= Outdoor Education, Outstanding results in Te Kura Art History, 1st= NCEA Level Two – Claire Sparrow. Special Awards Year 11 - 13. Achievement Through STAR/BCITO Gateway Award – Kase Ricketts. NMIT School Leavers Award – Kase Ricketts. Achievement Through STAR/Gateway Award – Taylor Scott. Achievement Through STAR/ Gateway Award – Courtney Riordan. Achievement Through STAR/ Gateway Award – Colin Wells. Riley Cup Most Cooperative Senior Pupil – Tiana Olney. Collingwood Area School Board of Trustees Leadership Award – Tiana Olney. Visual Art Trophy Achievement in Visual Art – Claire Sparrow. Colin Baas Cup Personal Achievement and Dedication to Sport – Lilly Bain. Achievement in Technology – Alvin Rhodes. Lewis Memorial Award For Excellence In Math and Experimental Science – Bonnie Rhodes. Network Tasman Awards – Nora Becker, Courtney Riordan, Bonnie Rhodes, Claire Sparrow, Hayley Page, Alvin Rhodes. RSA Scholarship 2022 – Lilly Bain. Lions Club of Golden Bay Scholarship – Nicole Custers. Federated Farmers Awards – Colin Wells. Te Tai Tapu Award – Iris Garbutt. Head Student for 2023 – Bonnie Rhodes. Head Student/Te Tai Tapu Kaiarahi for 2023 – Iris Garbutt. Head Student for 2023 – Claire Sparrow. Head Student 2023 Student Trustee – Tiana Olney. Whānau Trophy the Whānau that accumulated the most points – Whenua. NCEA Level Three Awards. Most Improved and Most Consistent in Outdoor Education, 1st= Statistics, 1st in Outdoor Education, 2nd in Biology, Third overall in NCEA Level Three – Lilly Bain. Academic Achievement, 1st in Biology and English, and 1st= Statistics, Second Overall in NCEA Level Three – Hayley Page. Most consistent in Tech and Chemistry, Academic Achievement and 1st in Chemistry, Calculus, Physics and Metal Technology, First Overall in NCEA Level 3 – Alvin Rhodes. DUX - Alvin Rhodes.

DUX – Imogen Harris. Proxime Accessit – Maata Howard. Major School Awards. Alex Renton Memorial Trophy - Molly O’Connor; The Colin McDonald Award for Endeavour – Nina Mitchison; Sportsman of the Year – Isaac Pawley; Sportswoman of the Year - Anya Murray; Sportspersonship Award - Lily Tait; Nelson Soroptimist Trust Award – Lily Tait; Golden Bay High School Arts Award – Isaac Pawley; He Kaitiaki O Te Taiao (Greenager of the Year Award) –Imogen Harris; Manawhenua ki Mohua Trust Trophy – Maiana Mason; Principal’s Award for Outstanding Leadership – Imogen Harris and Isaac Pawley; Charlton Plate for Citizenship – Nina Mitchison and Grace O’Neill. Contribution to School Awards. Leadership in Student Executive – Imogen Harris; Isaac Pawley; Nina Mitchison; Stella Molloy; Grace O’Neill; Pippa Struck; Lily Tait. Leadership within their House – Kiki Dixon; Phoebe MulryClimpson; Catherine Hockly; Riley Oakden; Jodi Jefferson; Molly O’Connor; Eli Pomeroy; Anya Murray; Lewis Langford. House Shield – Blue House. Scholarship Recipients. RSA Scholarship – Nina Mitchison; Prime Minister’s Vocational Excellence Award – Lily Tait; University of Otago Leaders of Tomorrow Entrance Scholarship – Imogen Harris; Wellington Tangiwai Scholarship – Stella Molloy; University of Otago Pacific Peoples’ Entrance Scholarship – Maata Howard. Network Tasman Awards. First in

Year 13 – Imogen Harris. Second in Year 13 – Maata Howard. First in Year 12 – Carlos Howard. Second in Year 12 – Phoebe MulryClimpson. First in Year 11 – Isobelle Johnson. Second in Year 11 – Amalie Harris-Macready. Sports Awards. Senior Boys’ Cross Country Champion – Lief Osborne. Senior Girls’ Cross Country Champion – Anya Murray. Chamberlain Trophy for Contribution to Netball – Lily Tait. Year 13 First in Subject. Nina Mitchison –History, Geography, Mathematics with Statistics. Maata Howard – Physics, Chemistry. Imogen Harris – Biology, English. Jaiken Herman – Gateway. Stella Molloy – Mathematics with Statistics. Anya Murray – Outdoor Education. Grace O’Neill – Classical Studies. Year 12 First in Subject. Phoebe Mulry-Climpson – Biology, Geography, History, Mathematics with Statistics, English. Carlos Howard – Level 3 Calculus, Classical Studies, Chemistry. William Tomlinson – Physics, Mathematics with Algebra. Anna Cain –Gateway. Hester Davies – Outdoor Education. Mackenzie Dench – Mechanical Engineering. Catherine Hockly – Outdoor Education. Hinewai Lewis – Hospitality. Molly O’Connor – Classical Studies. Malakai Thorpe – Building, Construction, and Allied Trade Skills. Zoe England – Ready for Work. Pou Hape-Vaughan – Agriculture Trophy. Year 11 First in Subject. Amalie Harris-Macready – Level 2 Printmaking, Level 2 Painting, Humanities. Isobelle Johnson –English, Humanities, Science. Lief Osborne – Physical Education, English. Lola Flanders – Level 2 Photography. Kalea Bowden –Practical Art. Malaika Hollis – Mathematics. Kyla Lusty – Hospitality. Mainana Mason – Māori. Hazel Molloy – Digital Technologies. Zoe Riddett – Construction and Mechanical Technology.

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Strange World 3D (PG)

Avatar: Way of Water 3D (M)

Sat 17 5:00 Seriously Red (M) FINAL 8:00 She Said (M) FINAL

Sun 18 4:00

Compartment No 6 (M) FINAL 7:30

DramaLAB Youth Film (R13) $15/$10

Doors open 7pm Red Carpet Event

Tue 20 7:30 Avatar: Way of Water 3D (M)

Wed 21 5:30

Boasting a star cast any director would kill for, Amsterdam tells the fascinating story of how a secret fascist threat in postWW1 America was foiled.

This is certainly no dry history lesson, but instead what could only best be described as a caper. Our collection of wildly eccentric characters flail their way through a series of seemingly random encounters until the conspiracy gradually assumes shape, almost despite their efforts. Christian Bale and John David Washington (son of Denzel) play former soldiers and comrades who have adapted to post-war life in America with varying degrees of success. Washington is Harold Woodman, a respected lawyer despite the prejudices rife in this challenging age, while Bale plays Burt Berendsen, a somewhat seedy doctor treating fellow veterans as best he can despite his own war injuries, including a lost eye.

The radically slimmed down Bale appears to be channelling Peter Falk’s Columbo, right down to the glass eye. Like the TV detective of old, his humble but rapid-fire raspy delivery both lulls those he suspects into a false sense of security, while irritating them enough to reveal a vital clue in a flash of anger. Admittedly, Bale’s performance might irritate an audience a little as well, so it’s a very good thing that Washington provides such a serene and grounded counterpoint.

After the characters witness a shocking murder, which they are both blamed for, the film literally comes to a standstill before we are taken back to Burt and Harold’s first meeting in wartime France. Narratively, this extended flashback unnecessarily dams the flow of the film but it does introduce Margot Robbie’s luminous adventuress, Valerie Vose.

This in-demand performer has proven herself to be a formidable acting talent in recent years and instantly captivates our two lead characters with her pipe-smoking, French nurseimpersonating free spirit. The three spend a gloriously happy post-war recuperation in the city of the film’s title, but their various destinies eventually draw them back to America and deep into the events that now have Harold and Burt on the run.

A dizzying array of big names gradually joins the intrigue, including Anya Taylor Joy, Rami Malek and Zoe Saldana, climaxing with Robert de Niro as General Gil Dillenbeck. The general is a direct parallel with real-life Smedley Butler, who similarly spoke out against the hidden but far-reaching corruption our heroes face.

The quirky humour is clearly not for everyone, but every character makes this a rare treat worth savouring for their peculiar charm and oddities. A noteworthy example is usual “screen heavy” Michael Shannon, and one-time Austin Powers, Mike Myers, as an effete double act of bird watchers. In reality, they are representatives of US and British military intelligence and both reveal just enough of a glint of steel beneath their characters’ surface to be completely convincing.

Village Theatre news

Tonight is Golden Bay’s premier of Avatar: The Way of Water. Five years in the making, this promises to be a unique 3D cinema experience not to be missed. Live-action filming and special effects have been created here in New Zealand by over 2,500 Kiwis. Additionally, many familiar features of our landscape find their way into this distant world.

Tomorrow brings the final chance to see the gripping story of the female journalists who brought down Harvey Weinstein in She Said , and the heartwarming story of an Australian estate agent who becomes a Dolly Parton impersonator in Seriously Red.

Definitely something for everyone at your Village Theatre this weekend.

The Sanctity of Space (M)

Thu 22 7:30 Avatar: Way of Water 2D (M)

Fri 23 4:00 Strange World 2D (PG) 7:30 Avatar: Way of Water 3D (M)

Sat 24 2:00 Little Eggs: An African Rescue (PG) 5:00 The Sanctity of Space (M)

Sun 25 Xmas Day: Theatre Closed. Have a great day!

Tue 27 8:00 The Sanctity of Space (M) FINAL

Wed 28 5:30 Avatar: Way of Water 3D (M)

Thu 29 8:00 Amsterdam (M) ENCORE

Fri 30 4:00 Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (PG)

Fri 30 8:00 I Wanna Dance with Somebody (M)

Sat 31 2:00 Strange World 3D (PG) FINAL

5:00 Avatar: Way of Water 2D (M)

Sun 1 New Year’s Day: Theatre Closed. Happy New Year!

Tue 3 8:00 I Wanna Dance with Somebody (M)

Wed 4 5:30 Blueback (PG)

Thu 5 8:00 Maigret (M) ENCORE

Fri 6 4:00 Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (PG)

8:00 Bones and All (R16) Friday Night Horror!

Sat 7 2:00 Little Eggs: An African Rescue (PG)

5:00 Blueback (PG)

7:30 Avatar: Way of Water 3D (M)

Sun 8 4:00 The Lost King (M)

8:00 A Man Called Otto (M)

Mon 9 7:30 Avatar: Way of Water 3D (M) FINAL

Tue 10 8:00 Blueback (PG)

Wed 11 5:30 Never Forget Tibet (G)

Thu 12 8:00 I Wanna Dance with Somebody (M) FINAL

Fri 13 4:00 Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (PG) FINAL

Movie Descriptions

Over a decade since his solo feature film, and having used up eight of his nine lives, Puss goes on a daring journey to find the illustrious Last Wish with the hopes of restoring his life count.

THE SANCTITY OF SPACE (M) Adventure/Documentary 1hr40m

Lured by a black and white photograph, three renowned climbers pursue the ultimate adventure and show us why humans must explore. Filmed over a period of five years in Alaskan mountain ranges.

THREE THOUSAND YEARS OF LONGING (M) 1hr50m

While in Istanbul attending a conference, academic Dr Alithea Binnie happens to encounter a Djinn who offers her three wishes in exchange for his freedom.

Screens Friday 13 January, 8pm.

BLUEBACK (PG) Drama/Kids/Family 1hr45m

Eric Bana and Mia Wasikowska star in this adaptation of Tim Winton’s best-selling novel. The film tells a story about the ocean, a beautiful marine creature, and a young girl’s power to change the world.

A MAN CALLED OTTO (M) Comedy/Drama

Otto, a grumpy isolated widower with staunch principles, has strict routines, a short fuse, and gives everyone in his neighbourhood a hard time as he watches over it like a hawk.

Toto and his friends must find a way to travel to African and rescue their Little Eggs while avoiding hungry crocodiles, a trio of clueless hippos, a bunch of crazy moneys and even the king of the jungle himself.

I WANNA DANCE WITH SOMEBODY (M)

Naomi Ackie plays the one and only Whitney Houston in this career-spanning biopic of the R&B pop legend. From the director of  Harriet  and the Oscar-nominated writer of Bohemian Rhapsody

THE LOST KING (M) Drama/True Story 1hr50m

Oscar nominees Sally Hawkins, Steve Coogan and director Stephen Frears join forces, retelling the story of the historian who found the lost remains of King Richard III... underneath a Leicester carpark.

BONES AND ALL (R16) Drama/Horror/Romance 2hr10m

A story of first love between Maren, a young woman learning how to survive on the margins of society, and Lee, an intense and disenfranchised drifter, as they join together for a 1000-mile odyssey.

NEVER FORGET TIBET (G) Documentary 1hr30m

Over sixty years after China’s Most Wanted Man escaped from occupied Tibet, this documentary follows The Dalai Lama as he recounts his escape into India.

Review: Amsterdam

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Drama/Music/True Story

PUSS IN BOOTS: THE LAST WISH (PG) Kids/Family 1hr45m

LITTLE EGGS: AFRICAN RESCUE (PG) Kids/Family 1hr30m

Animation

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Rockville 278mm 10 56mm on the 3rd

Collingwood 312mm 16 64mm on the 20th Puramahoi 324mm 15 69mm on the 2nd Another 13mm

Staff changes, new roles at GBCH

JO RICHARDS

Golden Bay Community Health (GBCH) is going through a period of significant transition, with staff changes, a number of new roles, and an extension of services.

Following the recent departure of general manager Linzi Birmingham, Ruth Robson has taken the helm until a permanent replacement is appointed.

Speaking to The GB Weekly recently, Ruth explained that, while GBCH is affected by the nationwide shortage of GPs and nurses, recruitment is underway. A locum doctor will arrive in the New Year, there are “a couple in the pipeline”, a second nurse practitioner will join the team later in 2023, and one GP will return following maternity leave. “Morgana [WoolhouseWilliams] is back and will be full-time by March.”

In addition, the recent development regarding staff vaccine mandates, may ease the pressure. Due to Te Whatu Ora’s current policy review, GBCH, which operates under Nelson Bays Primary Health, can now employ unvaccinated and partially-vaccinated staff, who are free to apply though the ongoing recruitment and selection process. Their employment, however, will be through temporary, fixed-term contracts pending Te Whatu Ora’s policy decision on vaccination requirements, the timing of which remains uncertain.

Ruth outlined the expansion of services at GBCH, which include: added provision for child and adolescent mental health services; a clinical pharmacist; specialist geriatric and neurology clinics; and a skin doctor service. She is particularly excited about two new, very patient-centred roles – health improvement practitioner (HIP) and health coach (HC) – created “to add another level of support for people with a range of issues, especially to those who are vulnerable or struggling”.

HIP Brigette Gilmour’s role is to support patients whose physical health is in some way affected by their behaviour, as well as patients whose primary problem is mental health. “I am able to see patients with chronic pain, headaches, or insomnia... depression or alcohol abuse problems,” explained Brigette.

She liaises closely with GPs and practice nurses so that referrals can be made for same-day appointments should the need arise. “For example, the GP may see someone about a health-related matter and recognise that the person may also benefit from some extra support to manage their symptoms and/or distress,” says Brigette.

Her work focuses on patients with issues that are affecting their wellbeing. “I offer free 20-30 minute appointments to support people of any age that have any issues or health problems they wish to talk about; and together we come up with a plan moving forward,” says Brigette. “The aim is to explore behavioural interventions and provide tools and strategies that help improve an individual’s everyday functioning and quality of life.”

Brigette also takes her work out to the wider community. She recently organised the first of what she hopes will be regular wellness workshops, and delivered a presentation about understanding anxiety to a group of cardiopulmonary patients – something that she plans to do for the Bay’s Youth Habitat early next year.

She says her new role is highly rewarding. “I like being able to identify what is important to them right now and finding ways to enhance their general wellbeing, even when faced with

adversities that are beyond their control.”

Health coach Katie Lumsden, who spends one day a week at GBCH, says her job is about supporting and empowering people with the knowledge, skills and confidence to set and achieve personal health targets. “I help them meet self-identified goals.”

She explains how she can make a difference: “Someone with pre-diabetes, for example, can use the service to avoid it getting worse by making lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise; and for someone with social anxiety, who finds it very hard to be in busy situation, I am able to go with them into triggering environments as a support person.”

Katie says a typical session lasts around 30 minutes, and patients may be referred by their GP or by themselves. However they connect, the service is available until no longer required. “I keep supporting people for as long as they want. The service is free, and they can see me as many times as they like.”

She stresses the consensual nature of her approach. “I really want people to understand that I am a support worker – here as a friend – not to force changes.”

Ruth believes the changes at GBCH augment what is already an exceptional set-up – and it’s a model, she says, that the Government is seeking to roll out nationwide. “The integrated service here is very unique; the health reforms are trying to create what we have here across the country.”

In common with health services throughout New Zealand, however, the issue of staffing at GBCH remains one of Ruth’s major challenges, and she appeals for understanding while recruitment continues. “We ask the community to be patient with us.”

GOLDEN Bay Sustainable Living Centre raffle winners: package 1, Sunshine; package 2, Helene; package 3, Jayashri. Congratulations to the winners! A big thank you to all who supported the raffe with buying tickets and to the very generous donors of the amazing prizes.

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

TAKAKA Citizens’ Band Raffle results: Firewood, Joan Fishley; meat trays, G Trewavas, Judy Bensemann, Ross Ogle, Lynn Robertson. Thank you to all who supported our raffles and to the generous Tākaka people who donated to our Carols which played around town on 6 and 12 December.

CLASSIFIEDS

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

FRESH FM needs your help. Are you willing to host a fundraising event to support local radio? Or help run one? Check out our

Ian & the Happy Hens give notice that the egg supply is coming to an end. Our thanks to all our customers over the years and for all the compliments too. Special appreciation to Andrea & Rachel at BP. Cheers all.

PS bantam eggs will still be available at times - email: tanglewood@scorch.co.nz

website freshfm.net. We’re a Charitable Trust – a $30 donation (that can be made on our website) is tax deductible.

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.

EARLY DEADLINES NEXT WEEK

$8,000 Community Grant

Round 19 Results

• Pohara Boat Club -Youth Sailing

• GB Shared Recreation- School Holiday Programme

• GB Mountain Bike Club- Youth Riding

• Aorere Playcentre- Shadesails

• Rockville Museum- Renovations

• Takaka Citizens Band

• Takaka Primary School- Outdoor Games

• ICONZ Golden Bay Boys Brigade - Shirts

• Kaituna Track Restoration

• Collingwood Area School- Girls Volleyball Team Shirts

The purpose of the RSC Grant is to distribute funds to cultural, philanthropic, charitable, sporting and educational organisations for any purpose that benefits the Golden Bay community.

Thank you to all applicants

Next round March 2023 Ph: 525 9113 64 Meihana Street, Takaka

PALMVILLE Café, Wainui Bay, requires casual experienced barista café staff during the busy summer holiday period. Please contact palmvillecoffee@gmail.com SUMMER work. Anatoki Salmon is looking for engaging

Te Wharerangi Trust

Marketing Coordinator role

at the Golden Bay Sustainable Living Centre

Marketing Coordinator role at the Golden Bay Sustainable Living Centre

8 hours per week (for 14 weeks with the possibility of extending)

Are you looking for a part-time position with an hourly rate above average? If you are grounded, empathetic and able to put people at ease, t alk to one of our coaches at TWM, cell 027 627 9255 (Mon- Thu, 12- 4pm) for more information

8 hours per week (for 14 weeks with the possibility of extending) Can work from home or the SLC

Marketing Coordinator role at the Golden Bay Sustainable Living Centre

Can work from home or the SLC

Job Description

Job Description

HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora

• Promote the Sustainable Living Centre in general as well as all events, workshops and courses in consultation with SLC coordinator.

• Promote the Sustainable Living Centre in general as well as all events, workshops and courses in consultation with SLC coordinator.

8 hours per week (for 14 weeks with the possibility of extending) Can work from home or the SLC

• Plan, create and manage content for website, brochures, posters, blogs, social media articles and weekly members newsletter.

• Plan, create and manage content for website, brochures, posters, blogs, social media, articles and weekly members newsletter.

Description

Skills Required

Skills Required

DEEP tissue massage, trigger points, accupressure for muscle pain, reduced mobility, stress, sports. Lymphatic drainage for lymphoedema, post surgery. 28 years’ experience. Ph Paul 027 772 7334.

• Promote the Sustainable Living Centre in general as well as all events, workshops and courses in consultation with SLC coordinator.

● Have an understanding of Mailchimp, Instagram, Photoshop, In design, Fb and Instagram is preferred Training is available.

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● Have an understanding of Mailchimp, Instagram, Photoshop, In design, Fb and Instagram is preferred Training is available.

• Well organized and have effective communication skills

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

Grant Watson – Physiotherapist

Thank you to all the people who have supported me in the Collingwood clinic over the last 7 years.

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• Basic photography skills and experience required

• Plan, create and manage content for website, brochures, posters, blogs, social media, articles and weekly members newsletter.

• The applicant must have current NZ visa and work permit

lls Required

Please email gbcommunitygardens@gmail.com for a detailed job description

CAROLYN Simon: Craniosacral therapy, naturopathic consults, personalised herbals and flower essences.Txt 027 483 5865, ph 525 8544.

● Have an understanding of Mailchimp, Instagram, Photoshop, In design, Fb and Instagram is preferred Training is available.

Well organized and have effective communication skills Basic photography skills and experience required

The applicant must have current NZ visa and work permit

LISA Williams, registered medical herbalist, herbal apothecary, iridology analysis, reflexology, reiki master. www. goldenbayiridology.com Ph 525 6150, 027 451 9797.

LOLLY Dadley-Moore. Biodynamic craniosacral therapy, aromatherapy, professional supervision. Ph 027 338 9504, inbodyhealth.co.nz

Please email gbcommunitygardens@gmail.com for a detailed job description

CLEANER (CASUAL)

Golden Bay Community Health is an integrated health facility that includes a wide range of primary, secondary and community care with 24 aged residential beds, 5 acute beds, maternity, general practice, urgent care, rural nursing and Allied Health.

If you have a good work ethic and have experience as a cleaner, we would love to hear from you.

For a job description & application form go to: www.nbph.org.nz/careers

For more information, please contact Carol Robinson, Support Services Leader on 027 802 0193 or 03 525 0108.

Ad runs till position is filled.

Please note to apply for this position you must:

1. Be eligible to work in NZ 2. Receive a satisfactory police check

Administrator

24-40 hours (by negotiation)

NATURAL nail care studio: specialising in non-toxic high quality pedicure services, difficult nail conditions. Ph/txt Amy Anderson 020 4079 0646.

Particular thanks to the Collingwood Health Centre Trust and the Bainham Rural Women.

Anel Baker will be continuing a service in the New Year.

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

Te Whare Mahana Trust (TWM) is an independent, NonGovernment Organisation (NGO) based in Takaka

We are looking for a friendly and motivated person to support TWM staff across multiple areas The successful candidate will have exceptional interpersonal and time management skills.

We would love to hear from you if you have:

• Experience in administration

• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

• Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships and work within a team

• Attention to detail and good organisational skills

• A proactive and positive approach

Consent for Police Vetting is required.

Applications close: Until filled!

For a job description and application form, please e-mail hr@twm.org.nz, or go to www.twm.org.nz/careers

Te Wharerangi Trust

Te Wharerangi Trust

Bay Wide Sea Views 2016sqm

This is not your average half acre section, this is an unexpected gem, awaiting your inspection The sealed driveway and tidy mown lawn is what you might expect for a half acre section, but take a few strides into the bush, and you enter a completely different world! Mother nature has dressed this Freehold 2016sqm in all her emerald finery, or should I say fernery! Down the bush track under Tree ferns and past gnarled old Kanuka trees, you will find a glade of young Nikau palms dancing in the dappled sunlight This is just the place to plan your retirement or holiday home close to the small coastal town of Collingwood with easy access to the boat ramp the cafe s pub and store it is a really special place

goldenbayflowers.co.nz. Teresa Brough Designer Florist.

FREEVIEW TV, radio, HiFi, WiFi, electronics. Ph 027 246 2432.

Elevation is the key to securing bay wide sea views, and at 50m above sea level, with established homes in the foreground, you can plan your new build secure in the knowledge that the sea views are for keeps The key to a straight forward build is a nice level section, and once again this property ticks that box and it is outside of the Coastal Environment zone

My clients are also selling their holiday home at 73B Richmond Road across the way there is potential to make an offer for both and save time and money on building! The Tender closes February 14th 2pm with offers invited over $400 000 Call Mickayla today to organise a private inspection

Shaw 525 7597, 027 212 4020. niallshaw_6@hotmail.com

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

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.

ARBORIST, qualified, ph Jack Stevens 021 211 5580.

ARCHITECTURAL design, residential housing. Ph Peter Fersterer 525 8132.

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.

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

FLORIST, local florist for flowers for all occasions, call now and place your order 027 758 1138 or online www.

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

Maintenance, leaks, repairs and roofing supplies. Licensed Roofer. Ph 027 395 0037.

GOLDEN Bay Storage, Tā kaka. Dry, safe, secure, alarmed, insurance approved. Furniture trailer available. Ph Marg 027 222 5499, goldenbaystorage@gmail.com

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

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

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.

SEPTIC TANKS EMPTIED. Ph John 027 647 4913.

SEWING SERVICE, NEEDLES, THREADS, WOOL, BEADS. Stitch ‘n Sew ph 525 8177.

STUMP grinding specialist. Tree care and property maintenance. Ph Carl 027 263 5353.

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

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

WINDOW cleaning. Ph Willem 022 134 1726.

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

Abel Tasman Accounting Limited

Xero Certified, Public Practice CA.

TRADES AND SERVICES / Mahi a ratonga

Sales and installation of Freeview TV

EGG cartons, 10’s and 12’s, plus some larger. tanglewood@ scorch.co.nz

FOR SALE / Hei hokohoko

AUTOMOTIVE, marine and deep cycle batteries in stock now at Steve Prince Auto Electrical. Ph 027 616 5211.

NATIVE trees and grasses at TLC Nursery. Big grade trees available and welcoming orders for 2023. Ph 525 6183.

COTTAGE Plants Ōnekakā has a wide selection of perennials. Vouchers for the ideal Christmas gift. Ph 525 9253. BOAT, 3.2 seabird. Can be used either sailing, motoring or rowing. Comes with a new sail, launching trailer. In good order. Ph 525 9253.

TRAILER, galvanised with spare wheel, front dixie wheel, 2m x 1.2m tray. Good condition. $1300 ono. Ph Rob 027 389 2663.

COFFEE TABLES, SCULPTED BREAD BOARDS. Recycled native timbers, kauri, rimu, also oak and mahogany. Saturday market, Treetops Furniture, indoor/outdoor furniture made to order. Ph 0274 SCULPT.

CHURCH SERVICES ON SUNDAYS

GOLDEN Bay Anglican Church warmly invites you to join them on Sunday, 10am at Tākaka or 4.45pm at Collingwood (starting with a cuppa). Fellowship gatherings (fellowship, songs, prayer and bible study) held fortnightly – 4 and 18 December; traditional service (with a speaker) held on 11 December.

SACRED Heart Catholic faith community celebrate Mass at 5pm Sundays.

ST Andrews Presbyterian Church extends a warm welcome to join us for morning worship at 10am. Rev Ian Smith.

Kahurangi Christian Church

Sunday 18 December, 7pm

Hall

CHRISTMAS SERVICES

GOLDEN Bay Anglican Church warmly invites you to join them for their Christmas services. Christmas Eve, a service of carols, readings and communion, 11pm at Tākaka. Christmas Day, 8.30am at Collingwood and 10am at Tākaka.

NO service at St Andrews.

UPCOMING EVENTS

SUNDAY 18 DECEMBER

18 ROTOTAI ROAD, 9am-3pm : epic garage sale for The Peaceable Kin-dom Animal Rescue. Everything under the sun! ZEN MEDITATION BEGINNERS SANGHA, 6.50pm Sundays. Ph 021 070 0656.

MONDAY 19 DECEMBER

LIONS BINGO, 6.30pm at Senior Citizens’ Hall, Tākaka.

PROPERTY

LAND share stunning 7ha property with grazing, bush, fruit trees and swimming hole. Near town. Txt 022 398 2486.

LIFESTYLE block, four acres, 2km from town. Beautiful mature forest, small pasture and views from the ridgetop. Several potential building sites. Small cottage as a home and wellappointed Airbnb cabin as an income. $750-800,000. Ph Dom 027 740 1546.

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

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

COURTHOUSE CAFÉ, Collingwood. Open 7 days, 8am-3pm. Saturday nights are pizza nights, 5-7.30pm, dine in or takeaway. Ph 524 8194.

DANGEROUS KITCHEN. Open Tuesday-Saturday, 9am-8pm. 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.

MOLLY B’S, Pōhara. Open Tuesday-Sunday 11.30am till late;

Saturday-Sunday brunch, 10am. Ph 525 7678. Follow us on Facebook for upcoming events.

OLD SCHOOL CAFÉ. Open Thursday 4pm till late and Friday, Saturday, Sunday 11am till late. Low and slow ribs Saturday evening.

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. Open 18 and 24 December, then open on bookings only from 26 December onwards. Weather permitting. Ph 03 970 7934, totoscafegallery@ gmail.com

WHOLEMEAL CAF É , open 7 days for dine-in meals and takeaways, 7.30am-3pm.

BOARD GAMING GROUP meets 19 December at Mohua Social Services hall, 5.30-8.30pm and 7 January at Ōnekakā Hall, 12-5pm. Koha entry towards hall hire. See Facebook group “Board Gaming in Golden Bay”.

GB WEEKLY DEADLINE: 10am today is the deadline for the 23 December issue. DON’T MISS OUT!

TUESDAY 20 DECEMBER

GB WEEKLY DEADLINE: 10am today is the deadline for the 30 December issue.

WEDNESDAY 21 DECEMBER

COSTUME HIRE, The Playhouse, Park Ave. Now by appointment only, to book ph Diane 525 8097 (evenings please).

Ō NEKAK Ā PLAYGROUP, all welcome, Wednesdays 10am12.30pm, Onekaka Hall.

THURSDAY 22 DECEMBER

SOUND JOURNEY WITH SIKA. Didgeridoo, drum, flute and voice. Pōhara Hall, 7.30-9.30pm. Book online $40, www. sikamusic.com, door sales $50 (if there’s enough space).

FRIDAY 23 DECEMBER

GYPSY PICKERS, 5pm at MOLLY B’s, Pōhara.

Backtrackin - Chris Edgley takes you on a 2 hour journey back in time featuring music from the last 60 years. Backtrackin airs Tuesday evenings at 6.00 and replays Saturday morning at 12.00 (midnight Friday/Saturday)

Chop Suey - Join Aaron and Mikel, two local chefs, two hours of music and banter, bringing the two worlds of food and music together. Chop Suey... You want(ed) to. This programme is sponsored by: Bloom Cafe - Motueka, Alberta’s Cafe - Mapua, Sausage Press Deli Co - Upper Moutere, Matt Galvin - Bayleys Motueka. Airs Mondays 8pm, replays Saturday mornings at 4.00.

AVAILABLE / Rawa watea

Located in the private cul-de-sac of Bay View Terrace, a most sought -after area, this rather special, spacious family home can be found! This 1841m 2 property is set on est. gardens including native & fruit trees. The road & council reserve on the seaward front ensures access to the beach as well as views that cannot be built out. The house is approx. 270m 2, warm & light-filled, & constructed over 4 levels. Access to beautiful Patons Rock Beach is via steps down to Patons Rock Road & across the reserve. Don’t let this one slip by - come to my Open Home on Sunday. Ref: GB3915 Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840 belinda@goldenbayproperty.com