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Hui seeks new ways forward

Andy Williams speaking about Ellis Creek Farm during day one of presentations on farming diversity. Photo: Sol Morgan. SOL MORGAN

The 7th Annual Hui dedicated to “New Ways Forward” started on Saturday 25 June with the sun shining. Debbie Pearson and Sol Morgan opened the day with a summary of the recently launched Mohua 2042 Sustainability Strategy, which set the scene for the weekend. Innovative energy solutions were presented by Steve Keel, Frank van de Plas, Paul Sangster and Rita Davies. During the panel discussion, several suggestions were made to improve Golden Bay’s energy generation potential, including micro-grid solar arrays on town businesses and housing clusters, biogas (methane) production, rocket-stove heating and energy-efficiency tips. Paul Sangster was adamant that the most efficient way to generate power in Golden Bay is through hydro. “Not only could we be self-sufficient in power, but profits generated could go back into the community like it does with the Pupu Hydro [sic],” said Paul. There was interest in forming a local working group to look into possibilities. After lunch, farming diversity was explored with Ross Wright (Golden Bay Dolomite),

Avner Cain, Amy Williams and Maria Koch, all sharing their knowledge and experience. The following panel discussion – which also included Dorje Strang (aquaculture) and Ashburton hemp/seed farmer Andrew West – agreed more education was needed, both with land owners about possibilities, and with the public on supporting local producers. Opportunities discussed included hemp, tree crops, seaweed and different timber species. All expressed the view that more open days were needed for greater knowledge transfer. On the Saturday evening an appreciable crowd celebrated Matariki, with performances from the local DramaLAB street theatre show and the fire-twirling group. Sunday’s listeners heard about local initiatives that supported mental wellbeing (especially youth) in our community: the Mama Love Collective, growing and cooking food for young mothers; Rites of Passage Foundation offering powerful ritual; Youth Habitat offerings; and Possibility Management emotional evolution work. The Mental Wellbeing panel, held by Tristan Girdwood, also highlighted the need for a transformation of the current mental health system. All agreed

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a local focus was best, developing better networking and teamwork. This led into the last theme of SelfOrganised Communities, led by Rita Scholten, which covered topics like affordable housing and land sharing, agorism (thriving without money), local garden co-ops, seed exchange and community directory all focusing on working together. The panel also including sawmiller Tim Eckert and home-school parent Martine Baanvinger, and clearly showed the power of collective action around local wood supply, education, simple housing options, food-growing groups, and trading without money. A local directory is being formed to collate people’s skills and offerings to better support actions needing to happen. For more information contact Rita at henricascholten@ gmail.com. “I was so impressed how diverse the participants attending were over the two days,” said Rita. Martine Baanvinger, as centre engagement coordinator, said in conclusion, “I am super happy with the turnout, and hope everyone came away feeling more empowered.”

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The ongoing Waimea Dam saga took another not entirely unexpected turn last week when a further cost blowout and delay was announced. The latest $10m hike comes on top of the $20m increase revealed in February and takes the current estimated cost of completion to $195m. Critics’ long-standing forecast of a $200m dam now appears to be just one more minor hiccup away – and could even prove to be an underestimate of the final cost; in his explanation to Tasman District Council last week, Waimea Water Limited CEO Mike Scott warned of residual risks such as extreme weather events and contract disputes which could add yet more to the final bill. As the cost has increased, the completion date has moved further away. According to WWL’s original schedule the dam should have been commissioned and operational months ago, but the latest projection is for February 2024 which puts the project two years behind plan. A lot has happened since the public consultation exercise on the project’s governance and finance in 2017. Back then, the scheme was costed at $75.9m with a quoted “P95” confidence, but serious geological issues, Covid-19, contractual disputes, and global supply chain issues have conspired to send costs rocketing skywards. The good news is that, despite the $10m increase in costs, the council’s 2022/2023 annual plan budget has been adopted without amendment. The additional costs will instead be considered in the 2023/2024 annual plan.

Have a say on 3 Waters

In order to help ratepayers understand and provide feedback on the Water Services Entities Bill – a piece of legislation giving effect to the Government’s Three Waters Reform Bill – TDC has arranged a series of webinar and drop-in opportunities. While the first of those webinars has already taken place, there is another scheduled for next Tuesday 5 July at 7pm. Recordings of both discussions will be available for viewing after the event. There is also a drop-in session at Motueka Library next Thursday 7 July between 4.30-7.30pm. TDC says is keen to gather feedback from the public to help ensure the best outcome for Tasman. “We would like to hear your views on the Bill before developing... Continued on page 2

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THREE WATERS Continued from page 1 ...our submission – as well as providing you with the information to make submissions of your own.” According to TDC, the upcoming webinar will provide “an updated high-level summary of the Government’s proposals, around the Water Services Bill, while also explaining how you can make a submission to the Government and provide a forum for you to share your views or concerns with us”.

Further enabling legislation concerning costs, delivery, and affordability of future water infrastructure and services, is due to be introduced over the next few months, so TDC is planning to continue to provide information to the public and facilitate feedback. Further information, including webinar links and how to submit feedback, can be found at tasman.govt.nz/threewaters-reform-proposal

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TV presenter turned sheep and beef farmer Matt Chisholm will be in East Tākaka next week to talk about mental wellness and resilience in rural communities. Matt, who was recently appointed as the inaugural Ambassador for the Rural Support Trust, will discuss his personal struggles with mental health, which are well documented in his recent book Imposter, and in documentaries Like a Man and Man Enough. The important message Matt shares with rural communities is that there is a way through whatever difficulties individuals and families may be facing. And he urges anyone struggling to ask for help. “Instead of having a conversation with yourself, go and talk to someone. Take that first step and life will change. Life can be infinitely greater than what it is now. Often the best of times come after the worst of times.” Speaking of his ambassadorship Matt says: “I’m passionate about the country, about farmers and about mental health. So this role is a perfect fit for me… I want people to understand how the trust can help them in their communities, so more people can access their services when they need it most.” The free event includes tea provided by Pakawau Rural Women. There will also be an auction to raise funds for the trust. Anyone wishing to donate items should contact local RST board member Joyce Wyllie on 524 8364. Matt Chisholm’s “Time Out Tour” is at East Tākaka Hall on Thursday 7 July. Doors open at 5.30pm and programme begins at 7pm. Tickets (free) available at: https://events.humanitix. com/rural-support-trust-s-time-out-tour-golden-bay-top-ofsouth. See advert on page 19 of this issue.

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In reply to Heather Wallace’s letter (GBW 17/6), cats are very important to people, as you say. However, whilst toxoplasmosis is spread by cat faeces, it is also contracted by eating contaminated food. A study by MPI in 2002-2009 found 2509 cases nationwide. It can be dangerous to pregnant women and those with low immunity. Toxocara is not just found in cats, but in dogs, rabbits, ducks etc, so let’s not scaremonger here. A catio is not as cheap as you may think. I have spent $1500 so far and the cat is not even in it yet! Not everyone can afford a catio. A bell on a cat is not a bad idea, though. TDC is building/maintaining a fence to protect penguins, and they protect birds by having no go areas for dogs; is TDC going to help people pay for catios? I don’t think so. All this wildlife is great, but let’s not forget that wild animals also spread disease. In my opinion, trying to save one species to the detriment of another, whilst admirable, is nonsense. Live and let live. Louise Amitrano

Lower speed limit equals higher costs

Has anyone bothered to quantify the increased costs that accompany lower speed limits? The pitiful amount of savings for driving more economically will be nowhere near the extra costs to employers for the unproductive time their employees will have to spend on the road. Tradespeople will take longer to get to you, and they will charge for that extra time. Freight companies will take longer to get to their destinations, adding costs. Are you really happy for your rates to go towards an extra half-hour unproductive time per council vehicle visiting the Bay on a day trip? It might only be five minutes here, five minutes there, but it soon adds up. What’s more important – a slight reduction in emissions or further increasing our cost of living? And what relevance is it in a era where electric cars are becoming more popular? As for road safety, it’s not the speed limit that is the problem. It’s the drivers who disrespect other road users and the drivers who don’t drive to the prevailing conditions. For example, how often do you see dark grey cars driving in the rain with no lights on? Speed doesn’t kill – the impact does the damage. Helen Beck

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In her letter (GBW 17/6), Heather Wallace makes several assertions about cats; one we fully support, and several we challenge. We agree – confining pet cats from before dusk ‘til well after dawn keeps them safe while reducing their preying on birds. Research also shows a high-protein, raw diet and playing with cats significantly reduces hunting. The Peaceable Kin-dom offers members the opportunity to purchase quality raw wild meat for their cats and dogs, just above wholesale price. Wallace claims if pet cats are inside, “...trappers removing feral cats can do so safely”. Safely for whom? Not for feral cats. Why should anyone be trapping and removing feral cats in residential neighbourhoods? And why do feral (wild, un-owned) cats even exist in NZ, if not for human abandonment or failure to desex their pets? Since Covid-19 appeared, there’s been increasing movement toward confining formerly free living beings: first humans, now

cats. It’s true, containment does offer “safety” – for people, dogs and cats, even for birds. Yet a “safe” life of confinement is not a natural life for any living being – not humans, goldfish, or cats. And though one way to keep native birds safe from predators – including humans in motor vehicles – would be to put them all in aviaries, nobody is proposing that, nor should they. We wouldn’t want Golden Bay to be a “leader” in depriving living creatures from expressing their innate natures. We “humanimals” have upset nature’s balance and now must try to restore it. Lethea Erz, for The Peaceable Kin-dom Animal Rescue+Education Centre Coordinating Council

Road safety not just about speed

For some time, I have noticed a desire by authorities to reduce speed limits on roads. If there is a proven reason for reviewing speed limits, that is good with me. That said, being an “older” man with declining faculties, I know there are times when 80kmph seems fast enough, but seemed positively slow in my youth. I also remember when, as a young worker and dad, time was very precious to me and journey times were an important factor. As such, I think speed limits should in principle be set at the fastest safe level for driving in poor conditions. I accept that, particularly given we have an aging population, us “oldies” may be becoming as big a danger to road safety as fast drivers. Speed limits are one of a range of methods used to improve road safety. In Germany, for example, additional lanes on derestricted parts of the autobahn enable everyday commuters to be overtaken by cars doing 200+kmph. I am no advocate for more roads or more lanes on roads, but until we ban all drink driving, drug driving and outlaw hypoxia-induced driving (masks), and are all using driverless cars, I think one effective way we can enhance the safety of our roads is if oldies like me pull over more often. This will enable those in our community who are pushed for time, to travel to where they need to go safely and quickly. [Abridged] Clive James

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Golden Bay’s mid-winter celebrations are guaranteed to go off with a bang next weekend. The Rec Park Centre is hosting a family-friendly Fireworks Extravaganza on Sunday 10 July, and it promises to fill the senses, with plenty to see, hear, and taste. The highlight of the event is the evening’s spectacular pyrotechnic display which will be choreographed to music, but there is plenty more happening including, workshops, a fire show, and a DJ, plus a bar and food and market stalls. Gates open at 3pm with the fireworks due to light up the sky at 6.15pm. Anyone who fancies hitting the start button to ignite the display can enter the raffle when purchasing tickets. Organiser Claire French says they are looking for volunteers to help out on the night, and there are stalls still available. Fireworks Extravaganza is at the Rec Park, Tākaka on Sunday 10 July, 3-7pm. Tickets are in the form of wristbands, and party-goers are advised to wear them at all times as they will be checked at the gate and randomly throughout the night. Entry on the gate: $15 single. In advance: $10 single; $35 family of four; under-5s free. Tickets available from the Rec Park Centre and NBS, and online at: https://recparkcentre.co.nz/events/ fireworks-extravaganza/fireworks-extravaganza-wristband-stallapplication/ For more information, to volunteer, and/or to book a stall, contact Claire on 022 672 1018, or email: info@wonder-full.co.nz

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SOL’S GARDEN JOBS FOR JULY Vegetable care Harvest Jerusalem artichokes and yacon. Replant corms for more. Finish planting garlic, onions and shallots. Keep them weed free with mulch or regular hoeing. Cloche leafy greens. Erect a fence for climbing peas. Liquid fertilise leafy greens like Brassicas with seaweed, urine or manure brews for better growth. Plant perennials like asparagus, globe artichokes and horseradish. Tidy edges with loose rocks and wood and remove hibernating slugs and snails. Put out early seed potatoes to chit in the light for strong sprouts, ready for early August planting. Hothouse: Plant more salads. Clean plastic or glass for more light. Tidy propagation stuff in preparation for August sowing. Make or buy seed-raising or potting up mix. For transplanting: All seeds 1, 12 and 28 July. Leafy greens (spinach, spinach beet, lettuce, endive, spring cabbage, Chinese cabbage) (also 2, 10-11, 28-29 July). Onions (red and brown) (also 6-7 July). Flowers, eg snapdragon (also 9 and 27 July). Sow direct: All seeds 1, 12 and 28 July. Mesclun salad and spring onions (also 2, 10-11, 28-29 July). Broad beans (also 3-4, 12 and 30-31 July). Flowers, eg lobelia (also 9 and 27 July). Plant: Best 14-25 July. Salad greens, spinach beet (cover), spinach, cabbages, garlic, onions, broccoli and cauliflower. Flowers, eg divide gladioli.

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Subsidised backyard traps now available in Golden Bay For those of you keen to carry out pest animal control work on your own property, you can now do so at a reduced cost by purchasing a subsidised trap through our backyard trapping programme. We have partnered with Nelson City Council’s Nelson Nature project and the Department of Conservation on this project. Traps are now able to be purchased on Wednesdays and Thursdays at our Tākaka Service Centre at 78 Commercial Street. Traps include Victor snap traps for rats ($15), Trapinator traps for possums ($30) and DOC200 traps for stoats, weasels and rats ($60).

The first of several pieces of legislation giving effect to the Government’s intention to establish a new model of three waters service delivery is being considered by Parliament. The Water Services Entities Bill provides for the setting up of four Water Services Entities to manage the delivery of drinking water, stormwater and wastewater services currently managed by 67 local authorities throughout the country.

The Select Committee process is the main opportunity for people to have their say on the Bill. The Select Committee has called for submissions, closing on 22 July. You can make a submission by going to parliament.nz/en/pb/bills-and-laws/ bills-proposed-laws/. We are also making a submission and would like to hear your views on the Bill before developing our submission. To support this, we have provided a space for you to share your views on the Bill on our website until 10 July. If you have already provided your views to councillors previously, these will be considered. We are also holding a public webinar and drop-in session. The webinar will provide a high-level summary of the Government’s proposals and how you can make a submission to the Government, and provide a forum for you to share your views or concerns with us. Webinar: • Tuesday 5 July, 7.00 pm – 8.00 pm Drop-in session: • Thursday 7 July, 4.30 pm – 7.30 pm, Motueka Library

So, you’ve been thinking about it for a while? Maybe someone’s suggested it would be a good idea and you’d be good at it! Now’s the time to put those thoughts and suggestions into action – Stand for Tasman in this year’s Local Body Election. We’re encouraging people to step up and stand for Council, the Golden Bay Community Board or Motueka Community Board and continue to help shape this fantastic place that we call home. Councillors and Board members play a unique role in standing for the needs of residents, coming together to tackle important local issues, and working with businesses and communities to improve the quality of life of all Tasman people. You can stand for Council if you are a New Zealand citizen, aged over 18, and enrolled to vote. All you need to do is complete and submit a nomination form. Forms will be available at our service centres and libraries during the nomination period between 15 July 2022 and 12.00 pm 12 August 2022.

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We’re also running a candidate information evening at 5.30 pm on Thursday 21 July.

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For more information or to purchase a trap, get in touch with the Tākaka Service Centre on 03 525 0020.

There’s a deposit of $200 including GST to lodge a nomination for each position you are standing for. The funds must be paid at the same time your nomination is lodged. If you receive more than 25% of the votes of the lowest polling successful candidate in your election, then you will get this deposit back.

You can find the feedback form, webinar links and more information on our website, tasman.govt.nz.

Public consultation opens on Friday 1 July and runs until Monday 1 August. Hearings and deliberations will be held in December with the final bylaw expected to be adopted in early 2023.

Subsidised traps are already available for purchase at the DOC Visitor Centre at Millers Acre in Nelson. We are also working to have these traps available for sale at more locations around Tasman District in the coming months.

You’ll need to be nominated by two people whose names appear on the electoral roll within Tasman.

Our pre-election report, covering all the opportunities and issues we’re facing, will be released early July to supply critical information for candidates.

We are looking for community input on our draft Stock Control and Droving Bylaw. The bylaw provides the regulatory authority for us to exercise control over stock crossings and droving in the road reserve to protect the safety of road users. It also ensures stock effluent and mud does not cause a nuisance on roads nor negatively affect the health of waterways.

The rat and DOC 200 trap mechanisms are housed in strong wooden boxes, and the trap subsidy represents a 50 percent saving on the cost of manufacturing and materials. These traps will provide their owners with many years of service. Based on initial feedback, we expect an encouraging uptake from residents. There is a limit of one of each trap type per property.

Tasman is your home and your District, so join us and stand for your Council.

Council phone lines unavailable Due to updates with our phone service provider, we have a scheduled outage for all our customer service centre and library phones on Thursday 7 July at 8.00 am. We expect this to only take half an hour, however it may take up to four hours. Unfortunately during this time, our team will not be able to answer any calls. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. If you have an urgent issue and you know the number you need to reach, please call them directly. You can also flick us a message via our social media pages, or use Antenno to send us a report.

COUNCIL HUI At Orange, meetings will take place in person and via Zoom. Public forum presenters can speak in person if they wear a mask, follow one-metre distancing, and attend one at a time. Visit tasman.govt.nz/meetings-calendar for details and the Zoom link. Strategy and Policy Committee Thursday 7 July, 9.30 am Community Grants Subcommittee Thursday 7 July, 2.00 pm. No public forum Golden Bay Community Board Tuesday 12 July, 9.30 am Chief Executive Officer Review Committee Friday 15 July, 8.30 am Nelson-Tasman Regional Landfill Business Unit Friday 15 July, 9.30 am 22551 HotHouse Creative

The Bill had its first reading on Thursday 9 June and was referred to the Finance and Expenditure Select Committee for the next stage of the legislative process. This stage is where the committee, made up of MPs will consider submissions and make recommendations back to Parliament.

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Manawhenua ki Mohua and construction teams greet the gathered guests at the GBHS gym blessing, Principal Linda Tame stands second from left. Photo: Ronnie Short. RONNIE SHORT

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Last Thursday morning Golden Bay High School hosted a blessing ceremony commemorating the gymnasium refurbishment. A group of Manawhenua ki Mohua representatives, GBHS staff, Naylor Love construction workers, and invited guests gathered outside the building. Proceedings began with Eddie Ford blowing the conch shell. Barney Thomas greeted everyone, then delivered his mihi whakatau (welcome speech). Waiata and karakia followed, then those gathered were invited to enter the gym to participate in the blessing. Kaikaranga Mairangi Reiher and Margie Little called the entourage in. All had been instructed to walk around the edge of each space within, touching the walls whilst passing. Manawhenua members Syd Eru, Eric Lander and Eddie chanted a karakia and Haydon Ward-Holmes sprinkled purified water, as they led the procession. Revamped changing rooms and spacious learning stations are neatly fitted into the structure. The stadium itself boasts a smooth new surface floor and windows looking out to the playing fields. Each new interior space conveys intentional purpose. Returning full circle, the procession gathered in the spacious new entranceway, where Barney addressed the gathering. “I just want to say how beautiful this is looking and this morning I acknowledged this as the hākinakina, the sports stadium, the manaaki stadium, the recreational place. I also acknowledged our kaikaranga and our kaikarakia that started this morning, and everyone that’s come here this morning.” He then opened the floor for others to speak. Linda Tame, GBHS Principal, expressed gratitude to everyone involved. “...This is all about our rangatahi and them having an appropriate place to learn. The setup in this area is really something. Our rangatahi have been learning in a classroom

that didn’t have any windows to the outside. And now they have a state of the art, absolutely fantastic setting.” She thanked manawhenua, acknowledging their on-going support and involvement in the planning “from the get-go”. Particular mention was made of Robin Slow, who was away attending to his exhibition in Christchurch. Robin was, Linda said, “very much involved in things like choosing the colours of the ceiling panels in the gym, which have had a lot of thought go into them”. Further thanks went to Andy Williams and the Board of Trustees, plus all staff involved. Special mention went to the physical education staff and all teachers taking classes nearby “that have been really noisy and inconvenienced”. “A huge thank you to the planning and construction teams, and WSP our architects. They’ve managed to turn the rabbit warren that was here into this fabulous area... To Peter McNabb, Project Manager and Naylor Love and all of your contractors, Cameron Orr and Andrew Pope, are absolutely fantastic to work with; they’ve moved their whānau to the Bay for this project. That shows the commitment the company has made… We’re grateful to you for the massive support that you’ve given, and your professionalism... and thank you to all your contractors as well. “And finally, my final thank you is to the people that pay for this – and that’s all of us – the tax payers.” Cameron acknowledged the team and the progress made. “We’re over the first hurdle, thanks to Linda and the staffing team who have been proactive in making it work.” Prior to the final himene and karakia, Barney invited further contributions. “The floor’s still open, unless you’re hungry.” “I am!” announced young Isla Pope, who sprang from her father’s arms in anticipation of food. The ensuing laughter was followed by the final karakia before everyone headed to the staffroom, where kai awaited the hungry.

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RESULTS AND FIXTURES BRIDGE 22 June. Patons Rock Individual Session 3: D Sarll/H Curtis 64.38%; J Pemberton/R McDonald 58.75%; P Topham/D Rapley 53.75%; h/cap: D Sarll/H Curtis 62.38%; J Pemberton/R McDonald 56.75%; P O’Connor/E Bradshaw 50.13%. GOLF 21 June. Best stableford: G Gilbert. Closest to pin: 3/12 C Gilbert. 22 June. Stableford: D Win 37, R Miller, R Dyce 36. Closest to pins: 3/12 W Collie, 4/13 D Win, 8/17 H Hills, 9/18 G Allan. Twos: W Collie (2), R Miller, R Dyce. Best gross: W Collie 73. 25 June.Tui Cup R1: A Bradnock bt G Bradley 3/1, R Heuvel bt W Dobbie 3/2, J Garner bt G Allen 4/3, R Miller bt W Collie 1up. Stableford: J Thomason 36, C Hadler 35. Closest to pins: 3/12 G Allen, 4/13 N Moore, 8/17 R Ancell, 9/18 W Collie. Twos: G Allen, W Collie. Happy wanderer: D Jerram. Best gross: P Sim.

Takaka Rugby Football Club Saturday 2nd July 2022

All TEAMS AT HOME - CLUB DAY

Jayden Strange spearheads a Collingwood attack against Wanderers. Photo: Supplied. JO RICHARDS

Rugby was the only game in town last Saturday after all football was called off due to the sodden state of the pitches. Following the high drama of the previous weekend’s local derby clash, it was back to business as usual for Collingwood and Tākaka senior rugby. Tākaka hosted Tapawera Valley Stags at the Rec Park and continued their season’s solid progress with a convincing 3417 win. The victory puts Tākaka into sixth spot in the Division 2 standings and agonisingly close to a play-off position. Collingwood travelled to Brightwater where they played high-flying Wanderers in a low-scoring match. The Black and Gold did well to keep the visitors total tally to 13 points, but again found it difficult to notch up scores of their own, and suffered a 13-0 loss. The latest disappointment places Collingwood near the foot of the standings, and with no prospect of making the play-offs. The round robin phase of the short senior rugby season completes on 9 July, but tomorrow’s fixtures provide the final opportunity to see the two Golden Bay sides playing on home

Tākaka look to steal possession from Valley Stags. Photo: Supplied.

turf; Tākaka host Huia Hawks, currently fourth in the standings, while Collingwood entertain Nelson who are bottom of the ladder, two rungs below the Black and Gold.

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Staff and students from Collingwood Area School gathered in an act of remembrance last Thursday. Photo: Jo Richards. JO RICHARDS

Collingwood Area School began last Thursday’s Matariki celebrations with an act of remembrance delivered through words spoken and sung. Led by principal Hugh Gully, the whole school assembled at the campus gateway to pay tribute to the two members of staff who had passed away since Matariki last appeared in the sky. Hugh described science teacher Garry Lewis and executive officer Irene Pomeroy as “wonderful people with long association with the school”, and “our taonga”. Technology teacher Lloyd McPherson explained why the eulogy was especially significant during Matariki. “It is very important to celebrate those who have passed this year.” Referring to Pōhutukawa – a star in the Matariki cluster – Lloyd said, “It’s the star we use to honour and remember those people who have passed.” In remembering its late taonga, the school also looked forward with the planting of two trees in their honour – a tōtara for Irene, and a New Zealand cedar for Garry. The location, next

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to the school’s main sign, was chosen so the trees could stand as guardians at the entrance to the school. Following the ceremony, students spent the remainder of the day participating in a range of hands-on traditional activities, with members of the local community joining the celebration. Reflecting on the day, Hugh was clearly delighted with his students’ enthusiasm for the event. “We were very pleased with the level of engagement from our tamariki with the array of options they could chose on our Matariki day celebration. Students rotated around three activities of choice that included such activities as traditional navigation, flax weaving, rakau and kite making. “While those activities were taking place, another group were preparing kai that we all congregated together in the afternoon to enjoy. “The day ended with our house groups presenting the haka. It was a great day and wonderful to have so many whānau in attendance.”

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Many of us may fondly remember 1997 comedy, The Full Monty, about a diverse group of British middle-aged men, down on their luck, who take to stripping to reclaim some financial security and self-respect. Allegedly one of the first comedies to feature men exploiting themselves for female enjoyment, it stayed very much within the male experience and missed connecting with what women actually want by a country mile. It has taken a full quarter of a century, but the Australian comedy How to Please a Woman, as its title suggests, finally treads similar ground from an entirely female perspective. Gina (Sally Phillips) is a smart, capable woman who has reached her “invisible” fifties. Her marriage seems to consist largely of keeping her large house clean for her controlling husband, while her career has descended to doing the coffee run at work while younger colleagues pass her on the promotion ladder. Gina’s one solace is a swimming club where her female friends of a similar age bond over their largely loveless existences. They are “friends indeed”, because when Gina reluctantly faces another birthday at home they arrange for a “stripper-with-extras” (Tom, played delightfully by Alexander England) to pay her a call. Tom may have the physique of a Greek god but also the guileless personality of an eager-to-please puppy. So when Gina’s response to his offer to do anything for her for the next two hours is “clean my house,” he complies, albeit shirtless. As we cut to shots of Gina, wisps of hot steam curling around her rapt face as she irons while watching Tom mop her floors, it is clear that she has had an epiphany. An ageist redundancy letter is the final straw and Gina determinedly sets up her own business, “Pleased to Move You”, offering a male-only cleaning service to an all-female clientele. But she rapidly discovers market forces are dictating that her customers want more than just their houses cleaned. We apparently live in enlightened times, and this wonderful cast are all playing consenting, fun-loving adults. Pleased to Move You rapidly becomes very successful. Predictably, having attended to everyone else’s requirements, Gina now has to look to satisfying her own hopes and needs. Obviously not for the prudish, How To Please a Woman is nonetheless a joyful experience and adds extra meaning to the expression “feel-good comedy”, particularly in a scene involving an exercycle – only one of many laugh-out-loud moments. Predictably, much of the humour is at the male character’s expense, but never in a mean-spirited way. Some males may find this challenging, but I think most of us can take a joke by now, and if so will be rewarded with aching sides from mirth. The gulf between the sexes is vast but bridged in the most entertaining ways possible. Kiwi actor Erik Thomson, described by critic Simon Morris as “an antipodean Colin Firth”, is enormously charismatic as Steve, the male lead. He has one of the best lines of the film when mentoring one of Gina’s new “cleaners”, a shy young man who quietly admits that he doesn’t think he knows how to please a woman.“Well, if you can say that, you’re a better man than most,” he replies. Crucially, however, this film belongs to Sally Phillips as Gina. She usually plays far more manic characters (the peak being the hilariously frenetic Tilly in the TV show Miranda), but Gina is a far more nuanced and believable character and anchors this film. As far as a female audience is concerned, if ever a film was created specifically for a “Ladies Night”, this is it. Check out the Village Theatre’s programme, right, and the special event set for Saturday 16 July. (But see this film anyway – see it twice; a more uplifting and gleeful comedy has not been released for a very long time.)

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THE PHANTOM OF THE OPEN (M) 1hr45m Oscar-winner Mark Rylance stars as Maurice Flitcroft, a crane operator and optimistic dreamer who managed to gain entry to the 1976 British Open even though he hadn’t ever played a round of golf before. Comedy/Drama/Sport

FROCKS AND DIVAS (M) Documentary 1hr20m Initially a small event to empower women and bring their community together, Tarnished Frocks and Divas grew in popularity to become a nationwide event across NZ, as depicted in this documentary.

WHINA (PG) Drama/Biography/True Story 1hr50m R e n a O we n (Once Were Warriors), Miriama McDowell and Tioreore NgataiMelbourne (Cousins) play cherished Māori activist Dame Whina Cooper throughout the years in this biopic.

THE LION KING REO MĀORI (G) Kids/Family/Animation 1hr30m The ‘90s Disney classic is revoiced in Te Reo Māori, as translated by Te Reo Māori experts in each rohe (regions) with key characters sporting a different mita (dialects).

NUDE TUESDAY (R16) Comedy/Romance (subtitles) 1hr40m When a middle-aged suburban couple are gifted a remote couples’ retreat, helmed by the charismatic guru (Jemaine Clement), they decide to give their failing marriage one last shot.

MINIONS: THE RISE OF GRU (PG) Kids/Comedy 1hr30m Ste ve Ca re l l re t u r n s a s tyrannical leader Gru, this time a bright-eyed child with dreams of world domination, in the prequel to Illumination’s CG-animated Despicable Adventure/Animation Me film series.

MOTHERING SUNDAY (M) Drama/Romance/War 1hr45m World War I romance drama from the director of Bang Gang, following a maid who plans to meet with the man she loves before he leaves to marry another woman. Stars Oscar winner Olivia Colman.

MY SWEET MONSTER (PG) Kids/Family/Animation 1hr40m When 16-year-old Princess Barbara is captured by a robber in the woods, she takes it upon herself to turn his world upside down in this animated adventure. Recorded Live Performance

BENEDICTION (M) Drama/True story/Biography 2hr20m Peter Capaldi and Jack Lo w d e n p l a y S i e g f r i e d Sassoon throughout the ages, capturing the poet’s experiences with WWI and how his devastating words ignited public discourse.

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“Life-changing” is how Charley Bradley describes his recent move from the Azores Islands in Portugal to New Zealand with partner and Bay resident Robina McCurdy. “When I met Robina I realised that I would have to leave everything behind; it felt as if I was jumping out of an aeroplane and not knowing how I would land.” The couple (both aged 72) met online in March 2020 via an international website called Green Singles. “For 14 months we emailed and zoomed each other, often for several hours at a time. It was just amazing how much we had in common,” says Charley. Amidst NZ Government travel precautions, in June 2021 Robina travelled to the Azores to be with Charley. “Imagine meeting Robina for the first time after her 18,200km journey, and imagine the indescribable relief that our chemistry complemented the deep connection we had already realised. “It felt wonderful to be able to plan an enduring and creative future together. We are both passionate about building community whilst being kaitiaki for the land, our food and Gaia, our planet.” Charley is a “Kentish man” who settled on Pico Island in the Azores 35 years ago. “I had set up a fulfilling life there, including a food forest and a performing arts studio for the wider community,” says Charley, “and then along came Robina.” The couple made their way to New Zealand in February this year, with “much determination whilst navigating the lottery of quarantine and uncertainty of flights.” As a NZ citizen, Robina was unable to stay in Portugal for more than three months at a time, was a fourth generation New Zealander and unprepared leave her lifetime’s work in the field of sustainability. The couple now reside at Tui Community, Robina’s home of 37 years, and have each experienced Charley’s New Zealand integration differently. Says Charley: “Compared to the Azores, Golden Bay has such a wide ecological and social diversity. Coming to Tākaka has been a complete joy. There is an openness to the people here and so many fulfilling opportunities.” Says Robina: “I value Golden Bay more because I am seeing things through Charley’s eyes.” She recalls when he first sighted a weka and wanted to know what it was, what it did and “whether it was dangerous”. “I am having a new awareness and appreciation of what is here, because of Charley’s inquiry and observations.” They hit the ground running the day they arrived in the Bay, with Charley attending the Sustainable Living Course so that he “could experience Robina’s methodology” in sustainable land-use design. They are working to bring together their complementary knowledge and skill sets to offer such courses in New Zealand. Next up, they are collaborating to publish a book on food resilience and implementing Robina’s Farming 2030 dairy fodder shelter belt design on the Langford farm in Kotinga. “Doing projects together with Charley is my dream, and more enjoyable, fulfilling and achievable,” says Robina. “Daily we realise the rich opportunities that life provides and feel privileged to share them.” “It was by being proactive that we both met,” said Charley. “Now we both encourage others to call into their lives what

Charley and Robina at the Sustainable Living Centre. Photo: Rosa Volz.

they truly want. We have experienced the power of moving into action in this way. We had to ‘move’ and give a lot up to get what we wanted and will always support others to find the love in their life as we have.”

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SAR stalwart honoured with award JO RICHARDS

No-one is exactly sure how long Des Miller has helped to save lives at sea, but it’s knocking on 40 years. The Collingwood resident’s years of selfless service to Marine Search and Rescue was formally recognised on Wednesday morning with the presentation of a District Commander’s Commendation by NZ Police Nelson Bays area commander Inspector Matt Scoles. Joining the small ceremony were Des’s wife Kaye, son Craig, plus senior sergeant Marty Tunley and Golden Bay ’s sergeant Jonathan (Jono) Davies. Jono paid tribute to the “stalwart of the Collingwood community”, who he said has been “the first port of call for Tasman Police and locals alike” for anyone in distress west of Patons Rock. While noting that Des’s rescues were “too numerous to mention”, Jono recounted two particularly dramatic incidents. “ Two female tourists, Ms Julie Fi g u r e a u a n d M s Yu k o Fujiwara owe their lives to you after they were swept out of the channel and blown 5km out to sea on 28 December 2003,” said Jono. “You headed out and somehow found them just on nightfall, clinging to

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From left, Jono Davies, Matt Scoles, Kaye Miller, Marty Tunley, Des Miller. Photo: Jo Richards.

their upturned kayaks. And Craig Russell, Dominator – which he says has been “fantastic; who on 27 November 2008, was swept out a really good, safe boat”. After his almost four decades volunteering of Milnthorpe estuary after falling out of his for Marine Search and Rescue, Des will be dingy. You saved his life that day…” Over the decades, Des has never really taking a back seat, but the Miller’s life-saving been off duty. “Sergeant Clarence [retired legacy will live on through his son Craig, who Golden Bay officer] remembers ringing you on accepts there are “big boots to fill.” Christmas Day during dinner and sending you out to organise a rescue out at sea,” said Jono. “And, as always, you were willing and able.” Jono concluded with an acknowledgment of Des’s remarkable contribution. “It is amazing to save one life, it is truly humbling to be in the presence of somebody who has directly saved numerous lives. NZ Police and your community thank you for your service Des, and you Kaye for your support of Des throughout.” Matt then presented Des with the award, saying it was “an extraordinary privilege” to do so, before the group assembled alongside Des’s “rescue boat” – his 5-metre, 80hp Fi-Glass Des Miller receives his award from Matt Scoles.

JOYCE WYLLIE

Twin lambs with Mum enjoying the winter sunshine are signs that spring has sprung early at Kaihoka. A ewe is pregnant for 152 days so this one “encountered” a ram in the third week of January. Ewes only cycle as the daylight length reduces meaning she came on heat only a month after the longest day. Less eggs are released at ovulation in first cycles than later ones. This ewe has conceived early twins so she must be one fertile dam, and doing a great job of rearing them. These lambs will look good in the competition pens at the A&P Show in January 2023.

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Bernie Lewis, at home in Nelson. Photo: Anita Peters.

Bernie Lewis at age 23 alongside a SADN German Vampire. Photo courtesy Bernie Lewis.

Bernie Lewis in a F86 Sabre RAF Geilenkichen, Germany, 1954 – “for a magical four or five seconds you could exceed the speed of sound”. Photo courtesy Bernie Lewis. THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 1 JULY 2022

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RECENT AGM / Hui ā tau - Nō nā tata nei COLLINGWOOD Memorial Library. President: Angus Scotland. Secretary: Kate Heal. Treasurer: Angus Scotland. Volunteer coordinator: Hagen Jurke. Bookpurchases: Kathy Earnshaw. An open day and book sale at the library are planned for Labour Weekend. GOLDEN Bay RSA committee 2022/2023. President: Noel Baigent. Secretary: Cherie Prystie and Sarah Jones-Martin. Treasurer: Marina Adams. Support [Welfare] officer: Carolyn Baigent. Collingwood rep: Paddy Gillooly. Committee: Teri Goodall, Don McIntyre, Philip Woolf, Allen Reid, Godfrey Watson, Amy Graham and Durham Quigley. POHARA Boat Club. Commodore: Tom Lake, ph 021 0892 8057. Vice-commodore: Steven Woods, ph 027 622 8814. Treasurer: Daphne Woods, ph 027 201 5994. Secretary: Judy Ray, ph 027 464 3220.

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RAFFERTY IS MISSING Disappeared Monday 27th June in the afternoon. He’s a big black cat with golden eyes and is wearing a red collar with his name and my phone number on it. Lower end of Richmond Road, Pohara, between Sandridge Terrace and Watino Place area. He can be timid around strangers. Phone Lesley 0274 302 729.

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There will be face-to-face basic training and you will be offered a mixture of in person and online training. Lessons begin on Tuesday 26th July. Contact Hattie Curtis (curgrow@xtra.co.nz) for more details and to register your interest.

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GOLDEN Bay Genealogy Group. Convenor: Bob Kennedy. Secretary: Sally Gaffney. Treasurer: Mary Dobbie. Organisations may have their committee members’ names printed in this column for free if emailed to admin@gbweekly.co.nz

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75 Motupipi Street, Takaka || Offers Over $789,000

NEW PRICE

Sam Goffriller | 027 301 4209

3B FEARY CRESCENT

This four-bedroom home has ample space for the whole family. Featuring an open plan kitchen and dining area which integrates effortlessly with the living room and is complemented by an efficient Woodsman free-standing fire and two heat pumps. The family bathroom has recently been revamped and features a Shub and Solar tubing which adds extra passive light. The spacious master suite enjoys the morning sun and has the added luxury of an ensuite. Another three bedrooms benefit from built-in wardrobes and offer space and solitude for all. The sunny and established quarter-acre section with a huge amount of parking area also has space for keen gardeners to capitalise on self-sufficiency and room for a pet or two. A garage and attached building has been used for extra accommodation or storage when required. Call Sam today. 027 301 4209

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

TRADES AND SERVICES / Mahi a ratonga Abel Tasman Accounting Limited Xero Certified, Public Practice CA. Taxation services and general business support for clients of all shapes and sizes. Available evenings and weekends. Ph Bronwyn 027 268 4010, bronwyn@abeltasmanaccounting.co.nz ACCOUNTANT and tax advisor. All Inland Revenue returns filed for big and small businesses and individuals. Self-employed and rental property reports prepared. Day and evening appointments available. Ph Susan Ayton Shaw 929 7507 or email taxayton@gmail.com ACCOUNTANT. Long-standing market leader with unbeatable professional qualifications and experience. Warn & Associates, ph 525 9919.

APPLIANCE and whiteware repair. 12+ years’ experience servicing all brands. Ph Luke 022 602 8118. ARBORIST, qualified, ph Jack Stevens 021 211 5580.

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. CHIMNEY sweep. Booking, query or quote. Ph Steve 021 0810 1146. Computer/smartphone sales and repairs Supporting all Windows and Apple products Onsite tech support and internet solutions Zentec – 65 Commercial Street Ph 525 8371 or support@zentec.co.nz

GOLDEN BAY DIGGER HIRE 1.7 tonne. Ph 027 713 0684.

GOLDEN Bay Roofing, all roofing services. Ph 027 395 0037, email: goldenbayroofing@yahoo.com GOLDEN Bay Storage, Tākaka. 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 Shaw 525 7597, 027 212 4020. niallshaw_6@hotmail.com LAWNMOWING, www.goldenbaypropertyservices.co.nz, ph 027 690 0769.

Property Management The role of a Landlord or Property Manager is more than coordinating tenancies and rental payments. Legislation and compliance now play a significant role in terms of both the successful management of a tenancy, and the consequences that come from non-compliance, or failing to meet legal obligations. Let us help. Jenna Bowden | jenna.bowden@raywhite.com | 027 525 7229

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

• New Builds

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

• Joinery Installs

FREEVIEW satellite TV. Ph 027 246 2432. GB CHIMNEY SWEEPING, SPIDER AND FLY SPRAYING Ph 524 8795 or 027 434 5405 THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 1 JULY 2022

• Renovations

Mohua Construction Ltd Call Chris Overmeer 021 056 0092

ORANGE Rentals have rental cars, trailers and a furniture trailer available for hire. Ph 027 337 7147. PAINTER available, call Borrelli Painting for a free quote. All interior/exterior jobs. Ph Luca 022 086 1842. PAINTING and interior, exterior plastering. Licensed qualified local tradesman. Ph CM Coatings 027 222 0507. PENINSULA Plasterers for all your interior plastering needs. No job too small. Quality assured. 20+ years’ experience. For a free quote ph Craig 027 472 4376. PORTABLE BANDSAW MILLING. Ph Tim 524 8997, 027 714 4232. PRUNING, garden/property design, edible landscaping, soil testing, garden mentoring. Sol Morgan, GroWise Consultancy, ph 027 514 9112.

Septic solutions, on-site wastewater design for TDC consents No power, no servicing design specialists. Constructed wetlands, AES advanced secondary systems, septic tanks and disposal trenches. Ph Onekaka-based Waterwork 524 8222. SEPTIC TANKS EMPTIED. Ph Chris 027 444 5334 or John 027 647 4913. SEWING SERVICE, NEEDLES, THREADS, WOOL, BEADS. Stitch ‘n Sew ph 525 8177. STORAGE /container hire. Your place (anywhere) or mine (Tākaka). Ph Cheryl at Orange Mechanical Ltd 525 9991.

TĀKAKA Garden Services, for all your lawn and garden needs. Ph 027 525 8006 or 525 8806. TARGET MAINTENANCE, GENERAL ENGINEERING. On-site or workshop. Alloy, stainless and steel welding. Based in Collingwood. Ph 021 853 132. 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.

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SITUATIONS VACANT / Tūranga wātea FULL -time café employment available 5km from Takaka at Anatoki Salmon fishing & cafe. A year round, stable job, with further work opportunities for high performers. New team member has to perform a variety of duties in the Anatoki Salmon kitchen/café counter to ensure an excellent customer

MOTEL MANAGER. Our client requires a “hands-on”

manager for a Tākaka motel, ideally a person who likes cleaning and laundry, and who would treat the business as their own. Applicants should be highly computer literate, have good admin skills, have people skills for a front person, possess business acumen, be able to work unsupervised seven days a week and manage staff. We envisage the position to be under a management contract and preferably applicants should be GST registered. A two-bedroom house is provided at subsidised rent/power. Probably not suitable for children. The position may suit an active semi-retired couple or person whom has a small home-based business as an add-on. Ideally, it would be desirable for applicants to have had experience in hospitality or accommodation, but not mandatory. Apply with a CV to: Halstead Business Services Ltd t/a Taxlink Accountants, Nelson Email: taxlink.acc@actrix.co.nz, phone 027 601 5347

UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere experience. If you love to work in hospitality, please apply to start in July. Email info@anatokisalmon.co.nz for more information or apply and include your CV.

Kahui Ako Ki Mohua: Early Childhood Outreach Vacancy This is a fixed-term, part-time position with a negotiable start date and pay rate. The Early Childhood Outreach (ECO) is an exciting and dynamic new role created as part of a regional pilot project focusing on early intervention and support for learners and their families/whānau. The target learner is 3 years of age. The successful applicant will be self-motivated to proactively build and sustain positive relationships and networks across home and early childhood centres. A training package will be available to work alongside families. A current driver’s license and vehicle is a requirement. To request a copy of the Job Description and any questions, email hugh.gully@collingwood.school.nz To apply, send a covering letter stating strengths related to the job description, a current CV with up to three referees to hugh.gully@collingwood.school.nz

SUNDAY 3 JULY ZEN MEDITATION BEGINNERS SANGHA, 6.50pm Sundays. Ph 021 070 0656.

TUESDAY 5 JULY GB WEEKLY DEADLINE: noon on Tuesdays. Late fees apply until 4pm Tuesdays, if space is available. Stitch ‘n Sew and Collingwood On the Spot store are our agents. Or email us: admin@gbweekly.co.nz.

WEDNESDAY 6 JULY COSTUME HIRE, The Playhouse, Park Ave. Now by appointment only, to book ph Diane 525 8097 (evenings please). ŌNEKAKĀ PLAYGROUP, all welcome, Wednesdays 10am12.30pm, Onekaka Hall.

LATER EVENTS MATT CHISHOLM’S TIME OUT TOUR. Thursday 7 July, 5.30pm, East Tākaka hall. A free event but please book tickets for catering purposes. See display advert for more details. PLAY CARDS, “500”, Monday nights, 7.15pm, Puramahoi hall, $3. Tea and biscuits after. Ph 021 556 806.

TAKAKA GOLF CLUB

Applications close 15 July 2022

MID-WINTER AMBROSE TAKAKA GOLF CLUB TOURNAMENT MID-WINTER AMBROSE

PROPERTY WANTED / Rawa hiahia MATURE single male looking for permanent accommodation. Have references. Ph 020 4120 0710.

TOURNAMENT SUNDAY 10th JULY (rain date 17 July)

SUNDAYof104TH-JULY 2022 (rain date 17 July) LIMITED TO 12 TEAMS $100 PER TEAM

EATING OUT / Kai wahi kē 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 03 525 0108. Applications close 10 July 2022 at 5pm. Please note to apply for this position you must: 1. 2. 3.

Be eligible to work in NZ Receive a satisfactory police check Be full vaccinated for Covid-19 as per the Health Order

DE-LISH DELICATESSEN. Sumptuous, delicious food. Lunches, catering, coffee, chocolate, cheeses and epicure items. Weekdays from 6.30am. Ph 525 7111.

Demonstrate excellent communication and problem-solving skills Hold relevant mental-health specific experience A proactive and positive approach Full clean driver’s license Computer literacy

For more information, a detailed job description and our TWM application forms, please visit our webpage www.twm.org.nz/careers. If this is you, please send your complete application to hr@twm.org.nz.

Application close: OPEN until filled!

Consent for Police Vetting & the Covid19 Vaccination are required. TWM National DBT Service – 163 Commercial Street TWM Community Mental Health Service – 34 Motupipi Street TWM Employment Service – 84 Commercial Street

OR: Phone Rob Dyce on 03-5258259

OR: Phone Rob Dyce on 03-5258259 Refreshments and sausage sizzle on course during tournament

Refreshments and sausage sizzle on course SPONSORED WITH THANKS BY during tournament Sponsored with thanks by

OLD SCHOOL CAFÉ. Open 4pm till late Friday and 11am till late Saturday, Sunday. O’SHA, open Tuesday-Sunday, lunch 11.30am-2.30pm and dinner 5-8.30pm. Ph 525 6117. THE MUSSEL INN. Open 7 days from 11am.

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

Programmes to listen out for: John’s Media Show

John Scott reviews movies and other media. Requests for reviews can be made at https://www. facebook.com/FreshFM.NZ/ Airs Friday afternoons at 4:00, and replays Wednesday mornings at 3:00

Sound Selector

SACRED Heart Catholic faith community celebrate Mass at 4pm Sundays. Masks please.

Join Peter Bywater as he links music genres, from Ska to Punk, Dub Step to Reggae, from 70’s to today. Airs Thursday nights at 8:00 with a new episode every 2 weeks.

ST Andrews Presbyterian Church invites you to join with us for morning worship at 10am. Neville Malcolm.

Are you passionate about local issues?

“Salvation belongs to our God who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb!” Revelations 7:10

Te Whare Mahana - Community Mental Health Service is seeking a dynamic Youth Support Worker to deliver focused-based, recoveryorientated assessments and interventions as part of a multidisciplinary team.

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info@takakagolfclub.co.nz info@takakagolfclub.co.nz th before Thursday before Thursday 7th July7 July

DANGEROUS KITCHEN, open 9am-8pm, Tuesday-Saturday, dine in or take away. Ph 525 8686.

PPT 21 hrs / week (Tue-Thu) plus after hours on-call roster

We would love to hear from you if you have:

NOW – TO: EMAIL TO: ENTER NOW –ENTER EMAIL

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

CHURCH SERVICES ON SUNDAYS

The successful candidate will maintain a caseload and assist with interagency coordination as part of a supportive & collaborative team.

Maximum handicaps -Maximum 24 for men- 24&for36 for women handicaps men & 36 for women

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

TOTOS CAFÉ - PIZZERIA, open Sundays, weather permitting, 10.30am-4pm. Tōtaranui hill, ph 03 970 7934.

Youth Support Worker

LIMITED TO 12 TEAMS of 4 - $100 PER TEAM PRIZES - PRIZES - PRIZES!! PRIZES - PRIZES - PRIZES!!

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

All Welcome ☺

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

Kahurangi Christian Church Sunday 3 July at 10:30am Onekaka Hall:

Contact Peter Fersterer, 028 418 0170

Prayer Meeting Pakawau:

Contact Joyce Wyllie, 03 524 8364

Fresh FM is offering people interested in making their own radio programmes the opportunity to do so. Weekly or fortnightly, you choose. Fresh FM is About locals, By locals and For locals. You will receive training and the opportunity to have fun and spread your message. Check our website @ freshfm.net for contact details and get in touch. We’d love to hear your ideas.

www.freshfm.net FreshFM.NZ

Pakawau Beach Park Cabins + powered and non-powered camping - ph 524 8308

HOURS: Camp Shop 8am to 6pm

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

WINE ● BEER ● DIESEL ● PETROL

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Te Awhi Rito

WINTER

History of a local weaving group In the library carpark 1st Sat of each month

Sites $10, book with Grant 027 256 0566

Opening 2nd July

The Mussel Inn

Golden Bay Museum / Te Waka Huia o Mohua

Coming Up... Sat 2nd

COPPERMINE JUNCTION string band, $15.

- old time

Wed 6th WE WAYWARD WOMEN - GILLY AND VIKKI - a singing workshop for the terrified (5-6pm) followed by show - 8pm. Thu 7th

QUIZ - 7.30pm. All welcome.

Sat 9th

GENRE FLUID - looping duo fusing music and theatre, $10.

Golden Bay High School presents

LipSync 2022 Wed 3rd (Masks optional) & Thurs 4th (Masks required)

Sat 16th CLOSED for private function from 3pm.

August

Golden Bay Bridge Club

Thu 21st QUIZ - 7.30pm. All welcome. Sun 24th BEER TASTING COMPETION! – just a few places left - get your tickets NOW and get practicing.

These are the new dates. All previously sold tickets will be transferred to these new dates. Please contact the school if you require a refund.

warmly invite you to come along and learn this fascinating game.

There will be face-to-face basic training and you will be offered a mixture of in person and online training.

Thu 28th THE JORDAN LUCK BAND - tickets online.

GBHS Hall 7pm start

Lessons begin on Tuesday 26th July. Contact Hattie Curtis (curgrow@xtra.co.nz) for more details and to register your interest.

$5 Child/Student $10 Adult

Tickets available from the School Office from Monday 4th July. There will be no door sales Limited seating

UPCOMING GIGS & EVENTS... OPEN MIC NIGHT THURSDAYS 7.30PM, FRIDAY 1ST JULY

national sensation - live

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

SATURDAY 2ND JULY

rolling hertz - after party Soulfire/ capensis/ Misko/ wyldflower/ ratch - $10 SATURDAY 16TH JULY

BIG SCOUT - live 1000 acres of private West Coast to explore

SATURDAY 23RD JULY

DOW P’DOWDOW - LIVE

7 unique beaches along 3km of coastline

SATURDAY 29TH JULY

ROOTS & FRUITS HOSTED BY GALANJAH

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

TAKAKA FUELS & FISHING

GOLDEN BAY WEATHER FORECAST Valid from Friday 1 until Tuesday 5 July Friday: Southwesterlies, fresh and gusty, especially west and northwest of Parapara. Mainly fine and cool. Saturday: Southwesterlies, easing during the afternoon. Fine, cool weather continuing.

Sunday: Westerlies, tending southwest. A few cloudy

periods in western areas, otherwise fine.

easing later. Mainly fine. Frosts in sheltered areas.

Tuesday: Light winds. Fine weather. Frosty at first then

briefly mild for a time early afternoon.

Enquiries phone: 03 525 9843

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SOLLYS Contractors

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

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2 Commercial Street, Takaka ꟾ Ph 525 7305

Monday: Southwesterlies, fresh in western areas but

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

info@goldenbayproperty.com

Ph: (03) 525 8800

CLASSIC VILLA ON CLIFTON

OPEN HOME Saturday 1.00 - 1.30pm

2 CLIFTON ROAD, CLIFTON

Deadline Sale: 12pm 20.07.2022 (NSP)

We are thrilled to bring this stunning property to the market. This charming 4 bedroom villa, located in the sought-after area of Clifton, is an absolute gem. Trust us when we say you are going to fall in love with the classic villa characteristics, from the high ceilings to the large rooms, all complete with the wrap around veranda, to the modern open plan, kitchen, dining & living area. Nestled nicely into its private setting, proudly positioned on a generous 1,318m2 section. Call in to our Open Home on Saturday. Ref: GB3901 Paul McConnon 0275 042 872 paul@goldenbayproperty.com or Jana McConnon 021 245 2197 jana@goldenbayproperty.com

FAMILY FRIENDLY IN ROTOTAI

OPEN HOME Saturday 2.00 - 2.30pm

2 TOIORA CLOSE, ROTOTAI

$795,000

This modern 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is thoughtfully designed to take in the lovely rural views despite being in “town”. Just a short a walk to school & kindy makes this property a great option for families. With external access to the top storey, allows an option for short term holiday accommodation, while you live on the ground floor ….or make it the family home. The current long term tenants are keen to stay on so investment income is an option too. Whichever way you decide, this is a tidy & functional family home, close to all amenities. Give me a call for further information. Ref: GB3902

James Mackay 027 359 0892 james@goldenbayproperty.com

HEADINGIN PŌHARA PERFECT POSITION

ELEGANCE AND LOCATION….COME & SEE! 29 BAY VISTA DR, PŌHARA

• ….you won’t be disappointed! • Architecturally designed • Beautifully spec’d throughout • Unsurpassed views of the Bay • 3 bed/2 bath/internal dbl garage Ref: GB3898 Price By Negotiation Paul McConnon 0275 042 872 Jana McConnon 021 245 2197

OPEN HOME Saturday 2.00 - 2.30pm

RURAL RETREAT IN ROCKVILLE 1118 C’WOOD-BAINHAM RD

• 5 bedroom character villa • Set amongst est. gardens • Including orchard & vegies • 5615m2 to play with... • Plenty of room to kick a ball! Ref: GB3886 NOW $565,000 Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840 or belinda@goldenbayproperty.com

Sharon McCONNON Sales Manager 0275 258 255 20

Paul McCONNON Salesperson 0275 042 872

James MACKAY Principal/AREINZ B.Com 027 359 0892

822 ABEL TASMAN DRIVE, PŌHARA

$1.06m+GST (if any)

This 1048m2 site is directly across the road from beautiful Pōhara Beach, an iconic, bustling holiday destination. It was built in 2002 & has recently had some renovation work completed. The well-appointed layout of the cafe/bar & a lovely outdoor eating & play area, along with plenty of parking space, could be just what you are looking for. Currently vacant & chattels negotiable. Use your imagination to create a new commercial venture or future proof for your family portfolio. Viewing by appointment only so call James for further information or a time to view, you may be pleasantly surprised about the opportunities here. Ref: GBC3900

James Mackay 027 359 0892 james@goldenbayproperty.com

Belinda J BARNES Agent/AREINZ 021 236 2840

Jana McCONNON Salesperson 021 245 2197

Ron MAMAN Salesperson 027 534 8360

Cherie BYRNE Admin/ Reception 03 525 8800

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