The GB Weekly - 23 December 2022

Earlier this month, a large group of operators in the local tourist industry met to paddle the clear waters of the Abel Tasman’s northern end, courtesy of Tony Bateup and Lisa Savage at Golden Bay Kayaks.

The fortunate group of around 25 kayakers and a handful of paddleboarders may have had the opportunity to experience one of our region’s most beautiful shores under perfect conditions, but the purpose of the gathering wasn’t simply to have fun.

“It was pretty much a day where we could show what we do,” explains Tony, “with tourism industry-based people, a cross-section of all

kinds of different businesses in Golden Bay.”

Tony and Lisa organised this event to encourage collaboration between fellow operators who can then refer visitors to each other. They believe this will have clear benefits for everyone, encourage tourists to spend longer in Golden Bay and ensure a successful season for everyone.

After the session on the water, everyone gathered for what Tony refers to as their “speed-dating session”, allowing them to talk about their own operation and what they offer.

“It gave everyone the chance to learn a bit more about each other’s businesses, in the hope that we can collaborate a little more

organically,” says Tony. “For example, if it’s too windy for our crew to get out on the water, being aware of when Golden Bay Coachlines are operating allows us to send people to park at Wainui, get picked up by coach and dropped at Totaranui, and then walk back around the northern circuit and back to their car.”

Tony and Lisa believe that knowledge like this will help local operators enhance the experience of visitors to the Bay, offering them more options and alternatives.

“Keeping visitors here longer is ultimately what we’re after. We want people to extend their stay once they see what we have here, and have a brilliant time.”

Families struggling to put food on the table have received a big boost from last week’s charity fundraiser.

The Big Feed telethon, organised by Meat the Need, took sufficient donations of livestock, milk and cash to deliver over 1.2 million meals to the country’s foodbanks.

Speaking to The GB Weekly on Monday, Meat the Need co-founder Wayne Langford was still unsure of the final number, but said the result was already “pretty fantastic”. He was also impressed by the way his industry responded.

“It’s not only about the meals, but the pride in the agricultural sector getting behind it, and hearing from farmers across the country.”

Wayne explained that a single “meal” consists of 125g of mince plus 250ml of milk, with a “month’s pack” containing four meals. These are what will be delivered every 4-6 weeks to over 100 foodbanks across New Zealand, thanks to the telethon donations.

Pointing out that the campaign was for the whole year, not just for Christmas, Wayne said: “For the next 12 months, we’ll be able to give foodbanks a consistent supply.”

For Tākaka’s foodbank operator Mohua Social Services (MSS), that is very good news. Manager Premal Gauntlett, says there has been a steady and significant increase in demand for the foodbank.

“It’s escalating; usage has probably doubled in the last year or so.”

Premal is very grateful for the Meat the Need packs, which she says are a very helpful addition to the pantry. “They are easy and a convenient size to give out to people.”

But she also expresses her thanks to the people of Golden Bay, including local farmers and businesses, for donations received throughout the year. “We are hugely grateful to the community; people generously give what they can afford –money and food.” She singles out Tākaka’s supermarket as being “an amazing conduit” for foodbank donations. “FreshChoice have made a big trolley and they also give us out-dated stock.”

Donations of food to MSS foodbank can be made by placing items in the trolley at FreshChoice checkout, while cash deposits should be credited to Kiwibank account number 38 9018 0626643 00 with the reference “foodbank”. Food donations can also be dropped off at the MSS office when it reopens on 16 January 2023.

JO RICHARDS

ALISTAIR HUGHES

A flotilla of local tourism operators took to the waves in perfect conditions for Golden Bay Kayak’s recent open day. Photo: Supplied.

Board games group

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A core group of keen local boardgamers led by Rebecca Rae-Hodgson and Karen Dransfield are running regular board gaming events that provide a space to try new games, play old favourites and meet fellow board gamers. All events just ask for a koha to go towards hall hire, tea and coffee are also available for a koha. Participants are free to bring their favourite game or try out something from the board game library.

Popular games at recent events have been Lords of Waterdeep, Settlers of Catan, Wingspan, Carcassonne and 7 Wonders. The next event is on Saturday 7 January from 12-5pm at the Ōnekakā Hall.

The group will continue to host regular events each month, first Saturday of the month at the Ōnekakā Hall and another event at a location in town, regular location to be confirmed. Keep an eye on the paper and join our Facebook group “Board gaming in Golden Bay” to keep up to date with events.

Trapper Natter

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There was a room full of nattering trappers at this year’s recent Trapper Natter event at the Recreation Centre. Project Mohua gathered together these fine folk to share their knowledge and present feedback from the Predator Free New Zealand Trust (PFNZ) Top of the South roadshow. There, trapping expert Cam Speedy gave tips and tricks in recent public talks in Picton, Māpua and Nelson. Brian Alder, the project lead for the exciting Predator-Free Onetahua, also presented an update on plans for Farewell Spit and beyond.

Some take-home messages from the PFNZ roadshow:

• Know your target pests: use a trail camera to observe trap interactions and behaviours.

• Make your traps “shout” in the landscape as the top restaurant on the main street with free food and takeaways. Use pre-feeds and seasonal lures. Site traps invitingly along game trails.

• Aim to increase the inquisitiveness and decrease caution to get them to enter the trap freely, whether an unset trap or fatally set trap. No bad experiences. Be a “ninja predator hunter”. Smart trapping for best outcomes.

The full presentation from the roadshow is available on the PF2050 trust website or YouTube, and an hour spent there is well worthwhile.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E56yz2Bhxa8&ab_ channel=PestFreeWaitakereRangesAlliance https://predatorfreenz.org/ and DOC’s PF2050 trapping guide on their website.

Project Mohua and Tasman Environmental Trust acknowledge all our local conservation heroes. Thank you for all you do for our biodiversity and taonga species.

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Tree loss sad chapter in green story

The Village Green Society sees itself as a guardian of the Village Green’s treasured space as a reserve for perpetuity for the people of Golden Bay. It came then as a great shock to have not been informed about the sudden removal of its 20-year-old Melia azedarach shade tree.

Told of the split branch, committee members assessed the damage before communicating to TDC a solution. They proposed that with “a bit of judicious pruning” and a “no climbing” sign, the tree could be kept at least throughout summer to provide shade.

They were unaware a decision had been announced at the GB Community Board meeting two days beforehand that the tree would be felled that week, despite committee member Alli Gardener’s repeated requests to meet beforehand with TDC Reserves and Facilities manager Richard Hollier.

“We were in the process of fighting for its life,” said Alli. “We had understood that we would at least have an opportunity to discuss it. And we haven’t. There was no consultation, and the community board minutes did not come out into the public arena until after the tree had already gone.”

Richard Hollier said that he had been unsuccessful in contacting Alli Gardener before deciding to “act fast” due to the “safety risk” of the tree.

The Green, one of Tākaka township’s most unique and valuable assets, was created in an extraordinary political 1997 coup by the Golden Bay community.

“The Village Green Acquisition Society undertook a daring

campaign to raise funds to purchase the derelict Commercial Street site, and despite concerted opposition, even from council, finally achieved their goal in 2004,” explained Village Green Committee member Peter Finlayson. “It’s a great example of people power. It was a colossal amount of money in the 1990s.”

The site was vested with the Tasman District Council as a reserve. A Village Green Committee was formed and continued with administration, while Mohua Social Services took over managing bookings and money collection.

“It’s a fabulous story of determination, collaboration, inclusiveness and dignity,” says committee member Kirstie Macleod.

Over time, murals, sculptures, landscaping and a drinking fountain were installed on the Green. Money raised from rents and donations now goes towards restitution of seating, artworks and planting. Nelmac is contracted for maintenance and the Village Green Committee pays for improvements.

Currently on that agenda is the much-loved mural by artist Chris Finlayson, soon to be restored.

The faded “no dog” signs are to be upgraded. Dogs are welcome in town, but for safety reasons they are not welcome on the Village Green.

The noticeboard, recently refurbished, is an important community resource for event information, but also requests that people abide by guidelines for consideration and care.

Limited copies of The Tākaka Village Green (The 20-Year History), published in 2018, are now on special at Take Note.

ANITA PETERS

A subdued gathering of 300 was held on the Village Green in March 2019 to show solidarity with New Zealand’s Muslim communities after the terrorist attacks in Christchurch, a typical occasion of how this treasured space is used. File Photo.

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Waikoropupū Christmas

Christmas sun burns through hazy cloud above Te Waikoropupū; where I join bees, in their circular freedom Always returning to the point, while forever taking different Routes as I enter the endless variety of flowers That is, the never-the-sameness of life – But the point is Always, the great upwelling that is Te Waikoropupū Springs As she manifests the ever-creative life of the Shepherdess Who just happens to love mangers and longs to occupy them And grumbles about the way we humans have lost the art Of becoming small enough, and patient enough to occupy Our own unique manger – and fair enough, a manger Is not exactly groovy or far out, and waiting round In the cave of instincts, with Spirit’s occasional lightning bolt Scaring the pants off you, while facing the rejection of the Group mind is not exactly positive thinking – but never let that Put you off the holy invitation to embrace your own silent night

One way to interpret the Christmas Story is to see it as an invitation to receive the light of the divine into the manger of our hearts. Psychologically, this involves a process of entering the stable of instinct/spirit to receive the Holy Child that is both “God” (the shepherdess) and our true Self. During this process, it’s not unusual to dream of the birth of a Sacred Child, (male or female, Māori or Pākehā).

Kevin Moran

Fraser Road found at Lost Gypsy Gallery

Janet and I recently spent a month caretaking Forest & Bird’s Tautuku Forest Cabins in the Catlins, possibly the farthest one could be from Golden Bay within the South Island. At the nearby settlement of Papatowai we would often have a coffee at the Lost Gypsy Gallery. Over the course of an hour one afternoon, we had many small world experiences. A Golden Bay couple we know stopped briefly. Their mum lives in Fraser Road, Rangihaeata, as do we. After they left, another couple whom we know from a folk music festival, told us that their friends have just purchased a property on Fraser Road. The woman’s mother had gone to medical school with someone who lived in Fraser Road. This is the property that I caretake and it is just across the road from our new neighbours. The same woman also knew someone whose daughter lives down near the end of Fraser Road! Then a fisherman from Bluff starts chatting. I tell him I’ve got a friend who’s now fishes out of Bluff. They know each other and the father of my young fisherman friend still lives in Fraser Road, just three doors away! On the way North at an i-Site in Oamaru the woman at the counter turned out to be the mother of the young fellow caretaking the Tautuku cabins after our stint. She has a couple of friends in Rangihaeata, just beyond Fraser Road! It is amazing how positively connected we New Zealanders are.

Paul Kilgour

before is can be used.

Her claim that the approved donors had been screened at the parents’ cost doesn’t mean that their blood had been though the process as outlined and required by NZ blood services, where “the implementation of consistent national standards for the assessment of donors and for the collection process” had been effected.

I have no doubt, that in the event that the “approved donors” blood had been used, and the child had died, there would have been a considerable negative reaction against the medical team, from exactly the same people who are crying foul right now.

In my opinion, Amanda’s letter is nothing more than an opportunity to trumpet yet another “we want to be free to do as we please” and my response to her is simple; if you want free medical treatment you must comply with the rules laid down by that system. [Abridged]

Lost treasure

Gary Thorpe

Again, a much-loved Village Green shade tree has been brutally chain-sawed and hauled away.

Did those who authorised this happening consider how treasured it was to many and the grief we are now feeling?

In light of climate change and the heat of the sun increasing, surely we need our precious trees for respite from the heat, physically and visually.

What we now have is an empty space where once people enjoyed shade. The welcoming friendliness and intimacy have now gone.

For those who can see, feel and know, in comparison to how it was The Village Green, the heart of our Tākaka township, now looks like a sterile parking lot!

Please don’t let this be a symbol of what is to become of our creative township.

As a proud resident, I for one feel deeply the loss of this significant Tākaka treasure.

Chris Watson

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Blood feud oversimplified

The letter from Amanda Thompson ( GBW , 16/12) oversimplifies the processes that blood must go through

Wow what a year it has been!! But we have made it to Christmas, ready to celebrate with our friends and families and to enjoy a little time off. We have had a huge year at ITM Tākaka which included some tough times including solving storage issues, wrestling with Covid, supply issues, and working on half-staff at some points. We have also had some huge highs like the Colour Centre extension, which is now a light-filled retail space that is a pleasure to shop in, yard improvements, our ITM Almost Builder competition for the kids which was definitely a highlight, plus our vast array of community sponsorship which we were also recognised for nationally at our awards. So from your straight up local ITM Team we would like to thank you Golden Bay, including all you Tradies, for navigating this last year with us.

Survey calls for improved water safety

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Summer holidays in Golden Bay are synonymous with long days soaking up the sun on the beach and in the sea – it’s the classic Kiwi Christmas experience.

But harmless fun in the water can quickly take a serious turn if basic safety rules are ignored or simply flouted.

For boaties, there is a common-sense checklist to be ticked off that includes lifejackets; communications and emergency equipment; engine and fuel; weather and tide forecasts; and appropriate clothing.

For swimmers and paddlers at the Bay’s most popular beaches, perhaps the greatest hazard is not the water itself, but users of powered craft such as jet skis and boats towing water-skiers and biscuits. Keeping everybody safe and avoiding potential accidents becomes more of a challenge at busy beaches – like Tata, where locals believe it’s only a matter of time before there is a tragic accident.

To help prevent such an incident, Tata Residents Group recently carried out a questionnaire survey to gather feedback from members of the Golden Bay community regarding their personal observations and suggestions for improving water safety at Tata beach.

Survey co-ordinator Teri Sawers says the 165 respondents represented a wide cross-section of Golden Bay.

“This shows that Tata locals are certainly not the only ones uneasily monitoring a rise in water safety incidents such as near-misses, speeding craft, or swimmers and paddlers entering the towing lane when boating is in progress.”

She adds her own personal input to the feedback. “I was one of the near-misses last summer when out swimming, it was frightening.”

Analysis of the survey data revealed three key messages:

• Everyone has their part to play in staying safe while sharing the water.

• Most people do the right thing, but some visitors and locals need reminding about the rules on boating and towing rules, and on swimming and paddling safely outside the towing lane when boating is active.

• To address safety issues, respondents’ key priorities are education, initially via better signage; reminding boat and jet-ski owners of the towing and five-knot area rules at Tata; and asking for additional support and presence from the harbourmaster, council and other authorities during the busiest times.

The survey results and recommendations on improving water safety have been discussed with the Tasman harbourmaster, and forwarded to Golden Bay’s councillors and community board representatives. As well as requesting some presence from authorities at peak times, other suggestions include a flyer for bach-owners to provide to rental visitors and providing information notices at Pōhara campground for visiting boat and jet ski owners.

The harbourmaster has already placed additional fiveknot buoys around the beach and islands for the summer to reinforce speed and wake limits for motor craft; and to educate swimmers and paddlers to stay out of the towing lane when active, is providing two new portable signs for that beach area.

While these measures are aimed at reducing the safety risks, Teri said that the survey results also highlight the importance of personal responsibility. “What respondents are saying is that if everyone does their bit while enjoying Tata and observes the water safety rules, the shared beach would be much safer.

“They’re asking for swimmers, paddlers and dog-owners to stay out the towing lane when boating is in progress; and for boats and jet skis to slow down, observe the five-knot speed limits, and keep a look out for swimmers and paddlers. Our community wants everyone to have a happy and safe time at the beach this summer.”

Tata beach in summer: sticking to basic safety rules ensures that everyone stays safe while enjoying the water. File photo.

Practice aims to boost wellbeing

ROSA VOLZ

A new practice based at Aroha Health Spa is designed to empower clients with personalised health advice and support based upon individual genetic makeup.

Practitioner Monica McNally explains that her service is based upon the science of epigenetics, “the study of how lifestyle and environment can be used to generate change in your life. It’s a system built by scientists to assess and measure what ‘works for the whole person’ based on your genetics.” The concept is that every individual is genetically unique, and therefore requires different epigenetic inputs such as food, activity, communication, and environmental, social and mental stimulation to maintain an optimal state of health.

As a registered nurse for 17 years, Monica has always “been attracted to natural health practices”. Throughout her nursing career she observed that “the New Zealand health service does not lend itself well to assisting chronic illnesses and general empowerment of a healthy lifestyle.” Monica elected to train as a practitioner in Wellington, after she recognised the need and met a GP utilising epigenetics in their practice.

Monica starts assessments with a 90-minute appointment to understand the goals and needs of each client, gathering extensive (non-invasive) genetic data such as health and family history. This data is captured using an online platform (ph360) which then provides the client with a tailored lifestyle programme. This includes “food, fitness, lifestyle, mental, environmental and social needs,” with simple and practical insights into how to manage their environment and lifestyle to meet their goals. Ph360 gathers client data entered manually and via fitness wearables such as Fitbit, and provides up-todate recommendations suited to current activity levels, health status, environment, stress levels, and mind-set.

Monica says her clients find “it makes a massive difference to their wellbeing” with benefits such as weight loss, improved clarity of thought and “becoming more accepting and understanding of who they are.” Her practice is beneficial for anyone “looking to improve and understand what works best for themselves.

“I help clients [to] make those changes, working through steps to change undesirable habits. What clients find great is that they learn about their ‘why’ and what works for them – it’s

so educational.”

Monica follows the practice in her own life and has found it “life-changing and empowering and a better way to understand my body”. It has helped her with long-term allergies and asthma as well as chronic migraines. Within her family, “it has helped my own parenting as I recognise different behaviours and needs. As a family dynamic we are all very different – we all have our unique traits – we have learned our strengths and weaknesses. Knowledge is power.”

To make an appointment, contact Monica via the Aroha Health Spa or on her cell phone: 021 0251 7916.

• A sad week with the passing of a couple of our locals. Our thoughts are with their families and loved ones.

• 16 December: A burglary overnight on Thursday 15 December in Onekaka Iron Works Road is being investigated. A sum of cash and three packets of tobacco were stolen. Mail boxes along the street were also all opened. Police ask anyone with any information to come forward. It is a timely reminder to keep up your security. Some dishonest opportunist is cruising around on foot in the middle of the night. Don’t give him the opportunity to be successful. Anyone with CCTV footage is asked to review it, especially between the hours of 10.30pm and 01.30am. It may just provide what we need.

• 18 December: The Birds Hill camera rammer did the right thing and confessed. He was fined $600 for driving in a manner likely to cause damage and a further fine for driving outside the conditions of his restricted licence.

• 19 December: Found in Tākaka, a kids wallet with Australian cash and a photo of a young male and a dog. Would be neat to reunite with owner.

• A huge congratulations to Melinda and the Mason whānau with the recent appointment of Melinda as a District Court Judge in Tauranga.

• Covid is still rampant out there. Keep up your hygiene vigilance.

And lastly, Tākaka Police (Ray, Rob, Brenton and Jono) wish you all a Merry Christmas (just not too merry!). Hopefully the sun comes out and you get to spend time with your loved ones. Stay safe and look after each other. Ma nga hua tu tangata - By our actions we are known.

Meri Kirihimete e te whānau and a warm welcome to all our visitors.

Health practitioner Monica McNally. Photo: Rosa Volz.

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Dance performance far from routine

ANITA PETERS

Dance Collective Mohua (DCM) has come a long way since 2018, when it changed from a private dance company and became a trust. Now the school has grown to such a size that 2022’s end-of-year productions were split into two and held at separate venues. The older students, many of whom are now young adults with professional dance skills, performed their show The Collection, at the Playhouse Theatre.

Beginning with a melodic karakia that moved into a partially improvised mask piece emulating birds of the forest, it provided a gentle transition for the audience from the busy world outside. What followed was a collection of equally creative self-devised solos, duets and group pieces from the senior

students and tutor Milo Haigh’s Wildflower dancers. The group pieces were choreographed by the teachers, as was a film from the Hummingbird class shot outside the studio.

Innovative choreography was enhanced by projections of images and movies onto backdrop banners that also became physical theatre props. The mix of contemporary and classical resulted in some well-rehearsed routines, ranging from whimsical to dramatic.

The four tutors also performed their own dance.

With their annual outdoor performance Light Fantastic now a mid-winter fixture, and two separate end-of-year dance productions, there is much to look forward to as DCM continues to grow.

Vaulties “faultless” at Equifest

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Bärbel Hack gathered her group of Vaulties riders at the start of the year and asked them if they wanted to perform at Christchurch’s Equifest in December.

It’s not clear if any of them knew just what an epic equine event they were signing up to. However, the group worked hard to hone their vaulting skills, with many of them practising three times a week in the lead-up to the trip. They also fundraised and sought sponsorship to help cover the costs.

On the first day of Equifest, the stands were completely packed out with spectators. Amber, the leader of the Vaulties group, spoke clearly and confidently as she explained what was happening while the group moved through a seamless demo. The team presented highly professional demos on each of the three days. On Saturday night, there wasn’t a spare seat for the major event; the large arena was full with thousands of

spectators. The varied acts included horses jumping through hoops, trick riders racing around hanging upside-down off horses, and horses dancing with their owner. The lights and sounds were intense but the Vaulties’ mount Brown Acre took everything in his big stride.

The Vaulties’ performance was faultless. They nailed every move with strength, control, and perfect timing. The audience held their collective breaths, clapping nervously and whispering, “That’s amazing,”“Such brave little ones,” and asking each other, “Did you know about this sport?”

Well, they sure do now. Well done Amber Thomason, Amalie Harris-Macready, Nora Becker, Lena Rethwisch, Lyshia Jones, Freya Bodley, Evalyn Shiraishi-Taylor, Sky Bulters and Millie Bryant-Murray. And thank you Bärbel Hack, Kris Russell and Kieron Murray, for taking the group and Brownie to Christchurch and supporting them throughout this awesome experience.

Senior Dance Collective Mohua student Areya Lee performs her self-devised solo dance as Alice in Wonderland in the end-of-year production staged at the Playhouse Theatre. Photo: Murray Hedwig.

The Vaulties perform with their mount Brown Acre at the recent Equifest in Christchurch. Photo: Supplied.

Great Scott! Dot’s

Dot Scott is 87 years old and has been playing tennis since she was 12. Tākaka-born and bred, Dot grew up in Central Tākaka, where her father Roly Papps was the headmaster at the school.

Dot’s was 12 when the tennis courts were built at the school. Her father was instrumental in orchestrating the courts and the school swimming pool, “the first pool in Golden Day (built in 1934. Before that he took the children to the Tākaka River to learn to swim”.

Roly taught Dot how to play tennis. “Dad used to encourage us so much to play our best. He himself was quite an outstanding rugby player, and [from him] I have always loved exercise and playing sport.”

Dot was one of nine children (four girls and five boys), but the only girl in the family who was serious about sport and pursued it.

“I have always been into exercise, and the social side [of tennis], says Dot. “I like the competition as well.”

She put a lot of time into perfecting her strokes. “I would spend lots of time hitting the ball against our house wall, practicing. Must have driven Mum mad, but she never complained.”

Dot’s impressive achievements include competition at local, provincial and veterans’ tournaments. “The highlights for me were when I won the Golden Bay women’s singles championship one year, defeating Nelson’s number one tennis player in an interclub match in the early 80s, and playing at Stanley Street in a veterans tournament one year with my brother Dick.” Dot thinks that she was playing at her best when she was playing veteran’s tennis.

Eleven years ago Dot had two hip replacements, and has also rehabilitated a painful shoulder injury. These days Dot plays social tennis once a week on a Tuesday at the Tākaka or Pōhara courts, and according to her tennis club friend Denise Rogers. “We all want to emulate Dot – running around the court

years of tennis

Dot Scott at a recent tennis session in Pōhara. Photo: Supplied.

New owners, new ideas at Pipeworx

2023 calendar on sale now

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The Rockville Museum is “trying something new,” says Di-ana Win. “We have made an awesome calendar for 2023. Some committee members made lovely models: Daniel and Catherine Moretti, Sebastian, Piper and Malachi Roberts, and David Rhodes. Shane Win took the photos and I edited them to make them look special. A big thank you to Kelly at Unlimited Copies for putting the calendar together for us and printing it. She is just awesome!”

“It’s good to step back into time for a while, so we can appreciate what we have.”

The calendars are available at Collingwood on the Spot, Unlimited Copies and Tākaka Information Centre. They are also available directly from Di-ana, ph 027 239 5693 or email agelesswins@farmside.co.nz. The calendars are $20 and Di-ana is happy to post them, postage cost additional.

NATURE DIARY

Pipeworx, the plumbing supplies store in Buxton Lane, Tākaka , has changed hands. New owners Helen and Phillip Beck took over on Friday 9 December and held an open day the following Monday.

For several years, Helen had been managing Sterling, a jewellery business situated above the Wholemeal Café. She took up employment with Pipeworx in September. With experience in administration and knowledge of the plumbing trade under her belt, Helen felt she had what she needed to make things more efficient at Pipeworx. She brought in a new system, which is proving “challenging, as it requires installing new information”.

Phillip was the local building inspector when the couple first moved to Golden Bay from Nelson eight years ago. For the past four years he has been contracted to process building consents for councils throughout New Zealand.

Both Helen and Phillip agree that Pipeworx runs smoothly, thanks to the experience and knowledge of the two key staff who have stayed on to help with the transition. Darryl Kerrisk and Nathan Ward have both worked at Pipeworx for several years. Without them, Helen and Phillip would not have gone

ahead with the purchase.

Nathan literally walked into the job after completing Year 13 at Golden Bay High School six years ago. During that time, he has progressed from general storehand to other jobs, such as repairing pumps.

“A couple of years ago I moved into more paperwork and stock control. I get to give that back to Helen now.”

Darryl first worked for Pipeworx for six years from 2008. After a break, he returned a couple of years ago.

“I’m looking forward to working with Helen and Phillip,” Darryl says. “It’s a necessary and essential business for Golden Bay; otherwise people would have to drive to Motueka for their plumbing needs.

“I look forward to putting some of their new ideas into practise.”

One of those ideas is bathroom consultations, which Helen is keen to offer in the near future. The other idea is moving into home irrigation systems, she says.

“We have access to good-quality systems – and great advice from Nathan and Darryl. They are good at solving problems –anything to do with water issues.”

Climate change is undoubtedly the most significant environmental challenge our community is facing. Recent storm events have impacted our day-to-day living with property damage, closed transport corridors and economic loss. What is not reported are the impacts these events have on our natural world.

Every five years the conservation status of our birds is assessed by a panel of experts to produce a scientific document called The New Zealand Threat Classification Series. The latest publication includes the qualifier CI which stands for climate impacted. It is mainly our marine species (85 per cent) that fall under this category. Climate change has a significant effect on our oceans. As they warm, as sea levels rise, as oceans become more acidic, the food supplies our marine species rely on and their feeding areas will be subject to change.

Shorebirds and seabirds will be displaced from nesting sites as the coastline erodes. Could rural landowners provide a solution? Changes to coastal land use are inevitable. Low lying rural land will be affected by salt-water intrusion. Land will become too wet and too salty for any productive use. Could this provide an opportunity for coastal bird species to migrate inland? Where coastal land borders saltmarsh, salt-tolerant marsh plants may move inland in a process called marsh migration. Saltmarsh (normally found at the head of estuaries) can provide important wildlife habitat. Could climate change provide an opportunity to strengthen the ties between conservationists and rural land owners? I hope so.

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Saltmarsh habitat. Photo: Supplied.

Pipeworx staff, from left, Darryl Kerrisk, new owners Helen and Phillip Beck, Nathan Ward. Photo: Ronnie Short.

“We’re on schedule, which is pretty crazy,” she admits. “But it’s going well and hopefully the first units will be liveable and ready for moving into in March.”

Tākaka residents have watched with fascination and possibly some envy as the clean lines of the five duplex buildings, comprising the first cluster of 10 homes, have steadily taken shape. Simone likens the overall process as something like a shifting rainbow, beginning with the pink of the timber frames, to the dark blue of the building paper, and then shifting through more neutral hues of grey and pale yellow as the cladding is added. The final neutral colour schemes of the homes are designed to blend well into the landscape.

A site tour was held on Friday 9 December for residents, focussing on the currently most complete home so far. “Unit 1 has the kitchen installed and electrics and plumbing in place, and by the time we leave for Christmas it should be pretty much ready. So it was good to be able to show an almost finished home, visitors didn’t want to leave,” says Simone.

As with any building site, there is much more going on which isn’t immediately apparent. The carpark and road frontage will become priorities and over 3,000 natives have been planted to begin the landscaping of the area.

The existing drainage has been working well, but water did still manage to throw the project a curve ball.

“Changes had to be made to our water supply system because the Three Waters rules don’t allow rain water and bore water to be on the same system,” Simone explains. “So potable water is now all bore fed, but each house still has a tank to collect rain water for other purposes.”

There is no official moving-in ceremony planned yet, but the next hui will take place in six months time, when Simone hopes the first houses in stage B will be liveable as well.

“Construction on the Common House is starting early next year, and should be completed by the time all of the homes are finished. We’ve still got two homes available for sale in this neighbourhood, and we’re raising investment for stage two. Anyone who is a Golden Bay local can invest $50,000 and reserve a home, and be involved in the neighbourhood’s look and design.”

The next site tour will be on Saturday 7 January at 1pm and information about this and other events is available on the Tākaka Cohousing Neighbourhood website www. takakacohousing.co.nz/events

The Tākaka Citizens’ Band toured the town streets in style recently, playing Christmas Carols. Ed Solly drove them around the neighborhoods of Wadsworth Street, Arapeta Place, Rototai Road, and out to the Reilly’s on Abel Tasman Drive, back down Meihana Street and back to town.

The

Tākaka Choosing neighbourhood

Photo: Submitted.

Carollers jump on the bandwagon

CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR CLINICS

25th Dec – No Clinic – please call our after-hours service on 03 525 0060 or 111 if an emergency

26th Dec 10am - 1pm

27th Dec 10am - 1pm

28th, 29th, 30th December

– Usual opening hours 8.30am-5pm

1st Jan 10am - 1pm

2nd Jan 10am - 1pm

3rd Jan 10am - 1pm

4th Jan

IS REQUIRED

Please note: After-hours rates apply for weekends and public holidays. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from all the team at GBCH

CHRISTMAS OPENING HOURS

Friday 23rd - 8am

Saturday 24th - 9am to 12pm

Sunday 25th - Closed

Monday 26th - Closed

Tuesday 27th - Closed

Wednesday 28th - 8am to 5pm

Thursday 29th - 8am to 5pm

Friday 30th - 8am to 4pm

Saturday 31st - Closed

Sunday 1st - Closed

Monday 2nd - Closed

Tuesday 3rd - Closed

Wednesday 4th - 8am to 5pm

Merry Christmas from All of

Our office closes at noon 20 December We reopen Monday 16 January Wishing you a most wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year!

23 Motupipi Street PO Box 36 Takaka 7142 03 525-9919 www warnassociates co nz julie@warnassociates co nz

over

Collingwood

Kerbside collections for Christmas and New Year

Please place your recycling bins and rubbish bags on the roadside in a location where our drivers can see them clearly. If you leave the area prior to collection day or have extra, you can drop your official rubbish bags and recycling at any Resource Recovery Centre free of charge. Make sure you do not overfill your recycling bin or glass crate, or it will not be collected. If you need a second crate for glass, you can buy one from a Council office or Resource Recovery Centre for $26. Because this is a busy time of year our contractor will have extra vehicles on the road and will be starting early. Please remember to have your rubbish and recycling out by 7.00 am and please take care when passing our collection vehicles.

Tasman

78 Commercial Street, Tākaka Phone 03 525 0020 www.tasman.govt.nz

Resource Recovery Centre opening hours

20 DEC – 13 FEB

Tākaka Resource Recovery Centre 45 Scott Road, Tākaka

• Monday– Friday 8.30 am – 4.00 pm

• Saturday 9.00 am – 4.00 pm

• Sunday 1.30 pm – 4.00 pm

• Closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day

Collingwood Resource Recovery Centre 93 Bainham-Collingwood Road, Collingwood

• Monday – Sunday 9.00 am – 12 .00 pm

• Closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day

Plastic bags

Bubble wrap

Garden waste

Polystyrene meat trays

Unwashed recycling

District Council | Tākaka Office

RESULTS / Hua tākaro

GOLF

13 December. Stableford: L Jerram 33.

14 December. Stableford: R Heuvel 41, S Kerr 41, J Crocker 40. Closest to pin: 8/17 R Dyce.

17 December. Captains Trophy R2: Par: J Solly +2, R Dyce +1, C Hadler +1. Closest to pin: 3/12 R Dyce, 4/13 and 8/17 R Davis, 9/18 J Solly. Twos: R Davis (x3). Two 7/16 R Dyce. Happy wanderer: Sue Bensemann. Best gross: R Dyce/R Davis 78.

BRIDGE

14 December. Summer Pairs Session 2: H Curtis/J Harper 54.52%; D Sarll/L Field 53.73%; L Godden/P Nelson 53.17%. H/cap: D Sarll/L Field 57.73%; R Smith/P Wilson 56.84%; L Godden/P Nelson 51.92%.

16 December. Summer Breeze Session 3: L Field 63.19; B Wilson 61.81%; J Hannon 61.11%. H/cap: L Field 73.19; J Hannon 71.11%; S Douglas 66.88%.

LOST AND FOUND / Ngaronga/Kitenga

LOST. Blue leather shoulder bag with prescription glasses and set of keys. Txt Genie 021 214 1270.

PUBLIC NOTICES / Pānui a whānui

AL-ANON: Are you affected by someone else’s drinking? Weekly meetings, 1.30pm Monday at the Catholic Hall. All welcome. Ph 0508 425 2666.

THE Tākaka Citizens’ Band send a very Merry Christmas and a big thank you to the citizens’ of Takaka for their very generous donations at our recent Christmas Carol playing around Tākaka. Special thanks to GB Coachlines and Solly’s for providing the bus and truck.

THE Golden Bay Toy Library committee would like to thank everyone who bought tickets for our fundraising raffle and the very generous donors of the wonderful prizes. Congratulations to our winners: Raffle A, Matt Murphy; Raffle C, Chris McGuigan; Raffle E, Joan Butts. We wish everyone a very merry Christmas and look forward to providing your families with more fun toys and resources in 2023.

PHILLY and Nic would like to extend our warmest wishes to all

CLASSIFIEDS

MONZA visitors, customers and those who have just popped in for a browse, chat and inspiration. We couldn’t do it without the wonderful artists of Golden Bay and our helpers Nikki Winter and Sarah Hornibrooke. We look forward to seeing you again in the New Year.

GOLDEN BAY LIONS CHRISTMAS RAFFLE WINNERS: 1st draw, Judy Ray; 2nd draw, Shirley Harrison. Proceeds to St John, Tākaka. Thanks to FreshChoice Tākaka for sponsoring goods for the raffle. Thank you to all the wonderful Golden Bay community who have supported us with your generosity over this last year. Best wishes for a happy Christmas and the coming New Year, 2023.

Julie Langford, president.

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

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

FRESH FM needs your help. Are you willing to host a fundraising event to support local radio? Or help run one? Check out our website freshfm.net. We’re a Charitable Trust – a $30 donation (that can be made on our website) is tax deductible.

COTTAGE Plants Ōnekakā has a wide selection of perennials. Vouchers for the ideal Christmas gift. Wednesday-Sunday 10am-4.30pm. Ph 525 9253.

LATE Christmas shopping? Milnthorpe Park book $25 from Rural Service Centre, Take Note or ph 021 106 4201.

RELOCATABLE house, in Ligar Bay, Tata beach area, Fraemohs construction, approximately 90 square metres, three-bedroom, kitchen living area, one bathroom. Expressions of interest welcome. Ph 027 220 6214.

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

SUBARU Legacy station wagon, 2009, 101,600km, 2450cc turbo, auto, leather. Top condition. $13,500. Ph 027 758 8041.

To complete Sudoku, fill the board by entering numbers 1 to 9 such that each row, column and 3x3 box contains every number uniquely.

For many strategies, hints and tips, visit www.sudokuwiki.org

If you like Str8ts check out our books, iPhone/iPad Apps and much more on our store. The solutions

published here in the next issue.

In line with most solicitors, our office will be closed from Friday 23rd December 2022 and will reopen on Tuesday 10th January 2023

We will be available remotely for all of your property needs

Locals proudly supporting the local community in 2022:

Grandstand Trust

Golden Bay Bridge Club Programs

CAS Sports Students

Vaulties - Hack and Stay

Golden Bay/Motueka U52kg Representative

Rugby

EPro8 Challenge

Golden Bay Rural Women Auction

Golden Bay Sports Awards 2022

Collingwood Area School End-of-Year

Prizegiving

Golden Bay Highschool End of Year Prizegiving

GB A&P Girls and Boys Show

Marlborough Rescue Helicopter Trust

Pink Ribbon Street Appeal

Free hire of gazebo to community events

Mohua Social Services - Little Ray of Giving

Golden Bay Rogaine

Golden Bay Lions Bingo Night

Mohua Affordable Housing Trust

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Property Management

Healthy Home Compliance Updates

The Government has now extended Healthy Homes Standards compliance dates for private landlords, with the changes having taken effect on 26 November 2022

For landlords who have not yet been required to meet the standards, the timeframe for compliance for a new or renewed tenancy increases from 90 days to 120 days

The final date by which all private landlords must comply has moved from 1 July 2024 to 1 July 2025.

The rental landscape in New Zealand continues to change, with new rules coming into force around how we manage our tenancies and the quality of properties that are provided for rent

The rules in place apply equally to both property managers and private landlords, so it’s important that everyone involved in renting property stays up-to-date

Managing a tenancy is now heavily compliance-based and there can be significant penalties for those landlords not managing everything that is required While many New Zealand landlords choose to self-manage their investment properties, they often do so without fully understanding the risks involved with non-compliance, which can be significant and costly

At Ray White Golden Bay our Property Managers are highly experienced, qualified, and award-winning Jenna was awarded Property Management Office of the Year in 2019 and this year was a finalist in both the Small Office of the Year and Property Manager of the Year at the recent Ray White New Zealand Awards

Let us help manage your property its a decision you won't regret

Billy Kerrisk

Mickayla Ormsby Licensed Salesperson

Jenna Bowden

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

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

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

Xero Certified, Public Practice CA.

Taxation services and general business support for clients of all shapes and sizes. Available evenings and weekends. Ph Bronwyn 027 268 4010, bronwyn@abeltasmanaccounting.co.nz

ACCOUNTANT and tax advisor. All Inland Revenue returns filed for big and small businesses and individuals. Self-employed and rental property reports prepared. Day and evening appointments available. Ph Susan Ayton Shaw 929 7507 or email taxayton@gmail.com

ACCOUNTANT. Long-standing market leader with unbeatable professional qualifications and experience. Warn & Associates, ph 525 9919.

ARBORIST, qualified, ph Jack Stevens 021 211 5580.

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. goldenbayflowers.co.nz. Teresa Brough Designer Florist.

FREEVIEW TV, radio, HiFi, WiFi, electronics. 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 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

HELPING HANDS ph 525 6226. Te Whare Mahana Supported Employment. Lawnmowing, line trimming, garden maintenance, riparian planting, scrub-cutting, gutter cleaning, recycling, pothole repair, waterblasting, window cleaning, house moves. How can we help?

KRW Contracting. Tiling, Ardex licensed waterproofing applicator, blocklaying and bricklaying. Ph Ken 021 307 019. No job too big, no job too small.

LAWNMOWING. Pakawau, Bainham, Tākaka to Wainui. Ph N Shaw 525 7597, 027 212 4020. niallshaw_6@hotmail.com

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

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.

HEALTH

DEEP

LOLLY

MASSAGE

MEDICAL

NATURAL

Abel Tasman Accounting Limited

TRADES AND SERVICES / Mahi a ratonga

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

RETAIL MANAGER

We are seeking a Retail Manager to join our team. Become an integral part of our awesome pharmacy team that are committed to providing high levels of customer care and advice to the Golden Bay community.

Administrator

24-40 hours (by negotiation)

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.

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

CHURCH SERVICES ON SUNDAYS

CHRISTMAS. 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.

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

ST Andrews wishes you all a happy and blessed Christmas. There will be no service on Christmas Day as we will be joining other faith communities. We look forward to seeing you in the New Year.

Christmas Carols service Sunday 25th @ 10am

New Year’s Day service 10am ALL WELCOME

0275114266,

WE ARE SEEKING

An empathetic and customer focused person to join our team. Customer service experience would be advantageous as would previous work in the health and well-being sector.

ARE YOU WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR?

To be successful in this role you will;

+ bring positive energy

+ have great communication skills, enabling you to approach customers in a friendly welcoming manner, and providing them with a rewarding customer experience

+ be self-motivated and show initiative

+ eye for detail and accuracy

+ enjoy working efficiently within a team environment, supporting and contributing to a cooperative organisational culture

TO APPLY

Please email Julia: pharmacyapplicants123@gmail.com or phone 021 128 0074 to find out more.

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.

ANATOKI

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

SITUATIONS VACANT / Tūranga wātea EATING

Pastor Rodney Watson:

93 Commercial st, Takaka

EATING

WEDNESDAY 28 DECEMBER

LATER EVENTS

MOTUPIPI

Friday: Light easterlies tending southwest later. Some showers developing, a few heavy. Clearing in the evening

Saturday: Light winds, sea breezes by afternoon. Any early morning cloud clearing to a fine, mild day.

Sunday: Sea breezes developing. Fine and warm during the afternoon

Monday: Southwesterlies in western areas and sea breezes elsewhere. Some cloudy areas in the west otherwise fine

Tuesday: Winds tending light southeast. Some cloud at first, then mostly fine from mid-day 28-31 December: Somewhat uncertain but probably mostly dry with east or northeast winds.

Saturday 7 January

Open 10am - 2pm

The

Mussel Inn Coming Up...

Thu 29th RAW COLLECTIVE, $15

Sat 31st New Year’s Eve with DELUSIONAL DISCO DRONGOS + DOW P’DOW DOW + GENRE FLUID. $35 tix @ eventfinda - limited! $40 gate sales from 5pm if available.

JANUARY

Mon 2nd OAKLEY GRENELL band, $15

Wed 4th DILLISTRATE, $20

Sat 7th LABRETTA SUEDE, $25 tix online

Sun 8th O & THE MO + HEAVY CHEST, $20

Wed 11th ENSEMBLE SANGINETO, $20

Sat 14th NEWTOWN ROCKSTEADY, $20

Sun 15th NEWTOWN ROCKSTEADY unplugged, $15

Sat 21st OSCAR LADELL + SUNDIAL + TUSEKAH, $20

Fri 27th RICHTER CITY REBELS, $20 for more details see www.musselinn.co.nz

30 ARAPETA PL, ROTOTAI

• Elevated section of 1051m2

• Located at the end of the r.o.w. •