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Stranded whales perish
High and dry: Some of the 36 whales which stranded on Farewell Spit last week. Despite rescue efforts, there were no survivors. Photo: Jo Richards. JO RICHARDS
All of the whales which stranded on Farewell Spit last week have perished. The beached pod was first observed on Thursday by a member of the public, who alerted the Department of Conservation (DOC) at around 6pm. DOC Rangers dispatched to the scene counted 36 pilot whales, spread along approximately two kilometres of beachfront. Only seven were still alive. With darkness falling, however, any attempt to refloat the creatures on that night’s incoming tide was deemed unsafe. When The GB Weekly arrived at the site – around 4km from the base of the spit – just before dawn on Friday, Project Jonah team leader Rob Leenheer had already taken stock of the situation. He explained that the rescue would be challenging because the whales were lying on the sloping sand at the high tide mark, rather than on the intertidal flats.
The majority of the stricken mammals were distributed across two groups located approximately 100 metres apar t. The individuals lay mostly in single file, their bulbous heads facing towards the far end of the spit. Of the first group of eight, three were alive but showed signs of mild skin blistering. In the adjacent group of 17, all were dead, but two whales located much further along the spit were still breathing. Under Rob’s supervision, a DOC team of four excavated a trench by removing sand alongside an adult whale before rolling it upright. That was achieved at 8.20am but, rather than dig additional trenches, DOC ranger and marine mammal specialist Mike Ogle suggested it was more important to keep the whales’ skin hydrated. “The priority is to get water on them; there is some blistering. It’s two hours to high tide.” Given the low number of survivors, there was no public call for helpers, explained DOC Golden Bay operations manager Dave
Winterburn. “We didn’t request widespread public support as there were sufficient DOC staff, who were supported by Project Jonah.” A couple of hours later, DOC and Project Jonah marine mammal medics successfully refloated all five surviving whales on the morning’s high tide, but some quickly beached as the water receded. “Shortly after these whales were refloated, four whales stranded,” said Dave. “They could be from among the five refloated whales but we can’t be certain as they stranded at different locations over several kilometres. However, due to the timing, we think they are likely the same whales.” Their survival chances were deemed slim, said Dave. “One whale was deceased on stranding and three whales were euthanised for their welfare as they were in poor condition and would not survive.” Representatives from Manawhenua ki Mohua visited Farewell Spit to say a karakia... Continued on page 5
FDS - have your say JO RICHARDS
The Nelson Tasman Future Development Strategy (FDS) remains a work in progress, but has now reached a crucial stage. As part of the formal public consultation period, which runs from 14 March to 14 April, Nelson City Council (NCC) and Tasman District Council (TDC) are seeking feedback on their recently published draft document. The publication outlines the strategic growth options for future housing and business land in the region over the next 30 years. Submissions close at 5pm on 14 April 2022. Last Friday evening it was Golden Bay’s turn to listen to, and to question, council staff and their advisors via a public webinar. The one-hour Zoom session, designed to engage with local communities, was one of 17 to be held across the districts. T h e w e b i n a r, h o s t e d b y T D C communications officer Tim O’Connell, began with a short animation covering some of the key points of the FDS before a more detailed presentation was delivered by senior council staff and consultants. TDC urban growth co- ordinator Jacqui Deans provided some contextual information about the FDS, explaining that it was a “30-year, high-level, pivotal strategy” that informs a range of other council plans including the Long Term Plan, financial policy and climate action. Jacqui explained that around 200 potential sites for development of housing, commercial or industrial land had been evaluated across the region using a range of assessment criteria. NCC’s Chris Pawson presented figures relating to projected housing development in the Nelson-Tasman region over the next 30 years, which showed that up to 29,000 new dwellings are envisaged in the draft FDS, compared with the current plan which specifies 14,000. “FDS plans for high growth,” said Chris. Almost 30 minutes in to the webinar, Cam Wallace of consultants Barker and Associates made the first specific mention of Golden Bay, saying it was “not seen as a key area for development”. He explained that Tākaka’s new plan envisages 730 new dwellings – significantly higher than the 100 shown in the current plan, and said most would be built on “greenfield sites”. Jacqui rationalised the increased provision as a result of the latest population growth statistics. Continued on page 2
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Continued from page 1 “Golden Bay expanded by 230 people over a 12-month period.” She added that Tākaka was a “challenging place” to find sites due to hazards such as flooding and the requirement to preserve rural land. In Collingwood, where a requirement for 50 new dwellings is estimated over the same 30-year period, Jackie said, “The focus is on resilience against sea-level rise.” Questions submitted to the online forum raised issues about the practical suitability of some of the identified sites – including concerns about access, geo-stability, and whether it was “a good idea to have a house in the middle of a dairy farm”. TDC natural hazards resource scientist Glenn Stevens explained that, “No specific assessments were done, but there will be ample building solutions for these areas.” Several hundred landowners across the district could potentially be affected by the development of the identified sites, and they should all have been informed by now, said Jackie. “All landowners of these draft sites should have had a letter… We sent out 800 letters at the end of February.” In response to a statement pointing out that the policy of preserving productive land is imposing constraints on development, TDC senior resource scientist Mirka Langford said: “A balance has to be struck. There’s a difference between productive and highly-productive land; Tākaka land is not
highly-productive… It’s up to the community to decide.” Answers to queries concerning associated infrastructure development revealed that the focus for transportation investment is on walking and cycling, not roading, while upgrades of stormwater and wastewater systems in areas earmarked for expansion would be addressed as development proceeded. The next stage of the FDS process involves public hearings, scheduled for late April, with the policy due to be adopted in early July. To make a submission: Complete the feedback form and send via: Email : futuredevelopment strategy@tasman.govt.nz. Post: TDC, 189 Queen Street, Private Bag 4, Richmond 7050 Drop off: TDC customer service centre. Online: tasman.govt.nz/ future-development-strategy.
WHAKAARO: Quaker Peace Statement SUBMITTED BY GOLDEN BAY QUAKERS
Our Quaker group has been reflecting on the war in Ukraine as well as the divisions in our own country. We are part of Quakers Aotearoa New Zealand Te Hāhi Tūhauwiri, which holds to nonviolence in all circumstances. Our national body issued the following public peace statement in 1987, which we think is just as relevant now: We totally oppose all wars, all preparation for war, all use of weapons and coercion by force, and all military alliances: no end could ever justify such means. We equally and actively oppose all that leads to violence among people and nations, and violence to other species and to our planet. Refusal to fight with weapons is not surrender. We are not passive when threatened by the greedy, the cruel, the tyrant, the unjust. We will struggle to remove the causes of impasse and confrontation by every means of nonviolent resistance available. We urge all New Zealanders to have the courage to face up to the mess humans are making of our world and to have the faith and diligence to cleanse it and restore the order intended by God. We must start with our own hearts and minds. Wars will stop only when each of us is convinced that war is never the way. The places to begin acquiring the skills and maturity and generosity to avoid or to resolve conflicts are in our own homes, our personal relationships, our schools, our workplaces, and wherever decisions are made. We must relinquish the desire to own other people, to have power over them, and to force our views on to them. We must
own up to our own negative side and not look for scapegoats to blame, punish, or exclude. We must resist the urge towards waste and the accumulation of possessions. Conflicts are inevitable and must not be repressed or ignored but worked through painfully and carefully. We must develop the skills of being sensitive to oppression and grievances, sharing power in decision-making, creating consensus, and making reparation. In speaking out, we acknowledge that we ourselves are as limited and as erring as anyone else. When put to the test, we each may fall short. We do not have a blueprint for peace that spells out every stepping stone towards the goal that we share. In any particular situation, a variety of personal decisions could be made with integrity. We may disagree with the views and actions of the politician or the soldier who opts for a military solution, but we still respect and cherish the person. What we call for in this statement is a commitment to make the building of peace a priority and to make opposition to war absolute. What we advocate is not uniquely Quaker but human and, we believe, the will of God. Our stand does not belong to Friends alone – it is yours by birthright. We challenge all New Zealanders to stand up and be counted on what is no less than the affirmation of life and the destiny of humankind. Together, let us reject the clamour of fear and listen to the whisperings of hope. The full statement is at: https://quakers.nz/deepen-ako-atuan%C5%8D/quaker-handbook-other-texts/quaker-handbook/ appendices#Peace THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 25 MARCH 2022
Local legends to carry on camping ROSA VOLZ
Local legends Del and Brent Clarke are celebrating 20 years at the helm of the Pōhara Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park. “We like to run the place having heaps of fun with the campers and the staff,” says self-confessed prankster Brent. The original, decadesold campground eventually became a TOP 10 park. The 10-acre prime beachfront accommodation today comprises 250 sites and 25 units and attracts a contingent of faithful visitors. “We have one person who has been staying [here] for the last 64 years, and a few families who have been coming for 60-plus years,” says Del. “It’s often intergenerational; we have watched families grow up and bring their own children here.” Local boy Brent was ready for a change from “driving trucks and the night shift” when he and Del took on the holiday park. “We knocked on the [then] current leaseholders’ door, and they were ready to move on.” The perfect pairing for the job, Del comes from a family involved in holiday parks and “Brent is a panelbeater by trade and can fix anything. Between him and our friends there is always someone who can help you,” says Del. Initially the couple were “nervous computer users” and ran their booking system “in a book” and then on “giant sheets of ply using a special pencil. “It took a whole day to rule it all up, but it worked a treat,” says Brent, “except for that year we forgot to put in January 31.” After six years and some nudging from TOP 10 they successfully transitioned to a computerised system. Over the years, this slice of paradise has played host to births, deaths and marriages.
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“You think you have seen and heard it all, then something new happens,” says Del. During their tenure, the couple have seen their three girls grow up and leave home. They have employed over 170 staff, who will “always be part of our team,” says Brent. “I like to get the white board out and tell them ‘We are the All Blacks.’ The outside staff are the forward pack driving the ball forward, the reception staff are the backs and Del and I are the wingers – scoring the tries.” “The atmosphere is the best thing about working at the park,” says longtime employee Robin Bridger. “The people are amazing,
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A raft of Covid-related restrictions are to be eased, some sooner than others. During Wednesday’s media conference, prime minister Jacinda Ardern announced several significant changes to specific rules under the Covid Protection Framework aka the Traffic Lights System. For the time being, however, the traffic lights remain, and remain at the Red setting. The Government’s decision to relax restrictions, the prime minister explained, was informed by modelling of infection numbers which showed Auckland was past the peak, with the remainder of the country projected to follow. From midnight tonight, larger outdoor gatherings will be allowed and there will be no need to use the Covid tracer app at venues such as bars, shops, restaurants, etc. In 10 days’ time vaccine passes will no longer be required and vaccine mandates will be removed for the vast majority of workplaces. From 11.59pm Friday 25 March Gathering limits: There will be no limits on outdoor gathering and the indoor limit will be increased from 100 to 200. Seated and separated rules will continue for hospitality. QR codes: There will no longer be a requirement to “scan in” at the majority of locations. Masks: Although no longer required at outdoor venues masks should continue to be worn at indoor gatherings. From 11.59pm Monday 4 April Vaccine passes: The use of the My Vaccine Pass will no longer be required. Vaccine mandates: These will be scrapped except for health and disability, aged care, corrections and border workforces. Further easing may soon be on the cards as the prime minister indicated that the current Red traffic light setting would be reviewed on 4 April.
As a lightener, to perhaps put this presently dire world into a different perspective, this might momentarily help. Whatever happened to that fantastic photograph of the black hole that astronomers were waxing lyrical about last year? Predictably fade into obscurity, did it? The thing was purported to be 40bn km across and at a distance of 55m light-years. Now that’s a distance-to-size ratio of about 13,000,000,000:1. When asked if the astronauts could be seen on the Moon with the largest of telescopes the answer was no; the smallest thing that could be seen on the Moon would need to be about 100m across – a ratio of 4,000,000:1. So, accordingly, the black hole is 3,250 times as far away as is possible to see! What do you think then? Are astronomers being honest or are they following the paleoanthropologists and winging it? As Bill Bryson wrote in his best-seller A Short History of Nearly Everything: “Space is enormous – just enormous!” Larry Petterson
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According to Keith Handley (GBW 18/3), the majority of New Zealanders chose to adopt “a common sense risk management strategy which embraced vaccination”. The question is: Did we have enough information to make this decision or were we merely following the dictates of Government policy which were being monotonously recounted by the news media? Did we know that the vaccine wouldn’t stop us being infected and that it wouldn’t stop transmission? Did we know about the adverse events from the vaccine? Did we know that early treatments were available which may have been effective in preventing serious illness, but had been banned to make way for the vaccine? Did we know that the Government had already signed a contract with Pfizer committing them to a countrywide coverage, regardless of age and risk? A risk/benefit decision surely depends on full and accurate information being available. This clearly was not the case and the Government PR campaign of vax to the max has forced the majority of people to follow a course of absolute compliance. How many of us would have followed Keith Handley’s “common sense” strategy if we had been more fully informed? John Snelgrove
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Last week, Golden Bay Grand Stand Community Trust took great pleasure in repaying in full our biggest lender, leaving just $45,000 more to raise. This is still a huge amount but we can do it. There is no doubt at all that every single one of our lenders has made it possible that the grandstand is here today, and we are so grateful to them all. We continue our fundraising efforts knowing we are that much closer than we have ever been before. Thank you as always to everyone for their enduring support, in so many ways. Jill Pearson, secretary/treasurer GBGSCT
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Ready to roll: DOC and Project Jonah manoeuvre an adult whale into an upright position early on Friday morning. Photo: Jo Richards.
Continued from page 1 ...for the deceased whales and to ensure they were treated respectfully. Accordingly, all whale carcasses have been anchored on the spit’s intertidal flats, at a location beyond the public access area, where they will be allowed to decompose naturally. Dave acknowledged the effort put into the rescue attempt, even though it was ultimately in vain. “Despite the disappointing outcome, the overall response, including support from the public, ran relatively smoothly, and we would like to thank all parts of the community that were involved at such short notice.” One of the factors that may have reduced the pod’s survival chances, Dave said, was the delay in reporting the stranding to DOC, and he stressed the importance of doing so immediately. “If anyone sees stranded whales and dolphins, we ask them to call our DOC 24-hour emergency number 0800 DOCHOT (0800 362 468) so DOC rangers can respond as soon as possible.” Project Jonah’s Rob Leenheer at dawn on Friday. Photo: Jo Richards.
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There is nothing quite like sitting around an outdoor fire eating freshly roasted chestnuts, one of my favourite seasonal foods dropping right now. Castanea sativa, the sweet chestnut, also called Spanish chestnut, is native to Southern Europe and Asia Minor. Nowadays it is grown throughout the temperate world for both its edible nut and timber. This deciduous tree reaches a height of 20-35 metres in mild climates with adequate moisture, but is intolerant of wet, heavily compacted soils, preferring slopes and banks. In good conditions it can reach the ripe old age of 1000 years. The new growth is sensitive to frost, so protection while young may be necessary. Because of its self-incompatibility you need to grow at least two trees close enough for wind pollination to occur. Chestnuts grow easily from seed but the tree may take 20 years before it produces nuts. Grafted cultivars can start nut production as early as five years after planting, making this a more favourable option. Modern varieties favour a smaller tree with bigger nuts. Once mature, sweet chestnut trees produce between 30 and 100 kilograms per tree. Some varieties have one seed per capsule, others up to three. As the capsules are spiky, take care while harvesting by wearing good gloves. A stick, rake or boots are handy for opening the capsule and releasing the nut. Nuts can be eaten fresh or cooked. Boil them for 20-30 minutes or roast for a similar time. Just make sure you cut the hard skin first, or they will explode. They are best stored in the fridge, or processed by water-curing then drying for longterm preservation. Chestnuts have good amounts of starch suitable for those who are gluten intolerant. Dry-processed inner nuts can be made into flour. They’re a good source of copper, iron, magnesium, manganese and potassium, organic acids (antioxidant), and vitamin C, and to top it off, are sweet
Sweet chestnuts, native to Southern Europe and Asia Minor, about to burst from their spiky capsules. Photo: Sol Morgan
to taste due to their fructose content. Oh, and the Sustainable Living Centre stall/shop has bags of nuts for sale. Chestnut trees are traditionally coppiced every 12 to 30 years. The tannin-rich wood is suitable for fenceposts and other outdoor woodworking projects.
SOL’S GARDEN JOBS FOR APRIL Vegetable care Harvest the last pumpkins. Store in a cool, rodent-proof place. Prepare beds for upcoming plantings of Brassicas, garlic, broad beans and peas. Keep leeks weed free. Thin carrots and beetroot. Cloche. Spray Brassicas weekly with Bt. In spare beds sow green crops or sheet mulch for spring planting. Make lots of compost for spring. Hothouse: Continue liquid-feeding fruiting crops. Remove dying plants. Make a compost to warm hothouse. Clean to improve light. Add greens for winter use or green crops for digging in late winter. For transplanting: All seeds 10 and 15 April. Spring onions and leafy greens (spinach, spinach beet, silverbeet, lettuce, endive, pak choi, Chinese cabbage, cabbages, cauliflower and broccoli) and red onions (also 11 and 19 April). Herbs and flowers (also 9 and 18 April). Sow direct: All seeds 10 and 15 April. Salads eg corn salad, spring onions (also 11 and 19 April). Radish and turnip (also 16-17 April). Peas and broad beans (best 12-13 and 21-22 April). Herbs and flowers (also 9 and 18 April). Plant: Best 1-7 and 23-30 April. Salad greens, spinach, cabbages, cauliflower, broccoli. Flowers, eg bulbs. Herb care Take cuttings of woody herbs while trimming back. Transplant last year’s plants. Plant herbs like parsley, or transplant self-seeded perennials like oregano.
Harvest herbs for drying or seed for next year. Weed and mulch. Fruit care Harvest olives, late apples and pears, figs, grapes, black passionfruit, citrus and feijoas. Plan an orchard and/or replace poor fruits with resistant varieties. Sow peach or nectarine stones in situ. Prune berries and train new canes. Finish sowing orchard understorey mixes. Plant spring bulbs and other beneficial perennials under trees. Protect young subtropicals with frost cloth. Prepare and plant new strawberry beds using runners, or buy new plants. Feed codlin moth-infested fruit to chooks or pigs. Fertilise orchard with minerals and woody compost. Spray all fruits with diluted seaweed. Spray citrus and other fruits susceptible to disease with copper oxychloride. General garden care Take soil tests and correct deficiencies. Deadhead perennial flowers. Plant trees and shrubs. Re-sow old lawns. Add lime. Prune back shelter for more light. Chip branches and use firewood for next year. Mulch ornamental beds with chippings or bark. Make leaf mould compost from deciduous leaves. Spray roses with copper vs black spot. Take tip cuttings while cutting back perennials. Use willow water or mashed tradescantia to aid rooting.
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Jenny a future mover in education RONNIE SHORT
Jenny Bennett has relinquished her position as principal of Tākaka Primary School after six years in the role. In that time she brought bilingual classes to the forefront and worked with children and whānau to manifest the school’s values. “The best part of the role is the responsibility of leading a culture and values of the school,” says Jenny. Developed with the children when Jenny first arrived at TPS, those values spell KIA ORA: Kotahitanga (unity), Integrity (pono), Autanga (adaptability), Open learning (kia mataara), Respect (whakaute), Aroha (empathy/kindness/love). Underpinning everything, including relationships with others, these core values are upheld and practised regularly throughout the school. Jenny also instigated the concept of restorative practice, which replaces traditional retributive methods to control student behaviour. Based on the idea that pupils need to take responsibility for their own actions, their mantra is “Own it, fix it, learn from it, move on.” Board of Trustees chair Nigel Harwood spoke highly of Jenny’s work. “Under Jenny’s leadership the school has gone from strength to strength. The two areas I’m most proud of seeing grow have been teacher capability and the growth in the bilingual hub.” Nigel describes the working relationship between Jenny and the BOT as “fantastic”. In his opinion this has contributed to the school’s success. He considers it a privilege to have worked with her, noting her consistently high level of professionalism. “She has a work rate that is second to none. She takes her responsibilities very seriously and is a no-nonsense person, direct when she needs to be.” He went on to say that Jenny is also a very caring person with a real affinity for people, especially children. “She is definitely a future mover in education and a very high-level leader who likes to give her staff opportunities, and revels in their success.” Initially, Jenny was to finish as principal on 15 December last year. When incoming principal Corinne Rowe was unable to commence until March this year, Jenny stepped back in. But with a burgeoning workload, Jenny now needs to attend to her new role. Having taken leave during 2021 to continue her Masters degree in Māori Education and a Diploma in Te Reo Māori, Jenny has equipped herself for the next step in her career. Now self-employed, she is working as an accredited facilitator for professional development learning in schools. Besides working with schools in Golden Bay, she has 10 schools throughout New Zealand on her books. Most she can work with online. She will help schools integrate Te Ao Māori and Te Reo into their curricula by building culturally responsive practices and relationships with iwi. “Te Ao Māori provides the concepts of wairua, aroha and manaakitanga, which everybody can learn and grow from,” said Jenny. “It’s about growing unique opportunities for unique schools and reflecting the land, so the curriculum includes place-based learning in their own environment.” Jenny has just spent a week working with three schools in the Chatham Islands. In June she will return there for a month,
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Ex-principal of Tākaka Primary School, Jenny Bennett, is now self-employed and launching into a new aspect of her career. Photo: Ronnie Short.
taking her family with her. Her work on the islands will focus on creating a local curriculum that includes imi, iwi and Pākehā – a curriculum that reflects the people, the place, environment, their stories and history. Part of Jenny’s job is to identify opportunities for connection. She recently applied for funding to start a kapa haka group with Motupipi, TPS and Golden Bay High School. Central Tākaka and Collingwood Area Schools hope to join soon. “That’s an example of how we can work stronger together,” she said. Clearly not afraid of hard work, Jenny has also picked up a contract helping to write the initial teacher education degree programme for Open Polytechnic, and she is still tapping into potential possibilities. “It’s very open-ended…when someone reaches out and wants to work with me, that’s where I will go.”
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The Leviathan is a historical novel set in England in the 17th century during the Civil War between King and Parliament. The titular creature is a mythical monster, a sea dragon, symbolic of evil and chaos. In the book of Isaiah, the prophet declares that “… The Lord shall punish leviathan, the piercing serpent, even leviathan, that crooked serpent, and he shall slay the dragon that is in the sea”. So immediately the reader realises that the story will involve myth and evil. The narrative begins with Thomas Treadwell, a young man, son of a Norfolk farmer of parliamentarian sympathies, returning home, wounded after the battle of Edge Hill, to find his father near death after a stroke and the sheep on the farm savagely and mysteriously slaughtered. His younger sister, Esther, an innocent, pious girl, has called him home because of her fear that a newly employed servant, Chrissa Moore, has influenced her father by the use of witchcraft, and has, further, seduced him. Tom discovers that the young woman, and two of the family servants suspected of a abetting her, have been sent to prison to await investigation by the justice of the peace, and his assistant, the witch finder John Rutherford. When the servants and Rutherford are discovered to have been murdered, fear spreads. Chrissa Moore claims to be pregnant with the child of Tom’s father, and is therefore spared the threat of execution for the time being. From this point the narrative becomes complex as the forces of good and evil compete and there are completely unexpected developments in the plot. John Milton is introduced as Tom’s former tutor at Cambridge and a friend of his father. Milton is drawn into the struggle to explain and overcome the powerful influence of the malevolent leviathan that they suspect to have caused horrific harm. The strength of the novel lies in the vivid description of the forces of nature and the elemental struggle between human beings and the supernatural, soulless power represented by the leviathan. The Civil War and the chaos of the armed struggle provide the background of life of the time. Belief in the power of witchcraft persists. This reinforces the dread of catastrophe. The reader becomes absorbed in the dilemma in which Tom finds himself and in his personal lifelong struggle to act according to his moral principles. The conclusion of the novel is shocking but inevitable.
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It could be said that if the 500-year-old proverb, “birds of a feather flock together” were applied to birds, it could aptly apply to pakaha, the fluttering shearwater. These seabirds with their distinctive flutter-glide flight, feed in flocks, sometimes gathering in their thousands, in open water. They are most easily seen on the Cook Strait ferry crossing, slicing through the air just above the surface of the sea. The Cape Farewell Ecosanctuary, here in Golden Bay, was home to 50 hand-reared pakaha chicks over summer. The chicks fledged in February. A small dark brown bird, white underneath, the fluttering shearwater measures around 35cm in length and weighs around 350grams. They breed on many offshore islands in New Zealand nesting in short burrows under scrub or in forest, laying a single large white egg between late September and late October. Colonies can be extremely dense where populations are large. Faithful to their mate each year they often return to the same burrow to nest, an impressive feat, when there can be thousands of burrows. Despite their large numbers, (population estimates are above 100,000), fluttering shearwater are a poorly known species. Their lifespan is unknown although it could be a few decades, based on similar species. Should they choose to establish themselves at the Cape Farewell Ecosanctuary there will be an opportunity to learn so much more about these birds.
With the Government’s agri-emissions pricing coming in 2025, there are big decisions ahead for farmers. First submissions close this weekend. The Primary Sector Climate Action Partnership was established with Government, Māori and industry organisations like Dairy NZ, Beef and Lamb. It is called He Waka Eke Noa (HWEN) meaning “we are all in this canoe together”. The objective is to design a fairer, more practical alternative pricing system to the New Zealand Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS). This will incentivise positive changes on farm. If no viable alternative is worked out, agricultural emissions go into the ETS. Farmer feedback to HWEN is critical and time is running out. It’s head-scratchingly complex stuff, so here is a distilled explanation: ETS option: On-farm emissions are calculated on “national average emission factors” for each kilogram of milk, or meat produced or fertiliser tonnage used. Short-lived gases like methane are treated the same as long-lived gases like nitrous oxide and carbon dioxide. Carbon price is linked to supply/ demand for “NZ units” from all sectors of economy in an auction system. The carbon price has risen quickly from $25/tonne a year ago to $86 now, and is expected to climb higher. Initially, agriculture gets some free allocation, which seems attractive, but this Farmers have big, and head-scratchingly complex, decisions reduces over the years. There is no recognition of on-farm coming up. Photo: Joyce Wyllie. emission reductions, no account in calculations of vegetation under five metres high. Revenue raised goes to Government their own on-farm emissions of both short and long-lived rather than being reinvested into agriculture. The only way gases. Actual on-farm HWEN eligible sequestrations will be farms could reduce costs is by producing less meat or milk or subtracted, leaving a net dollar value cost. The downside of using less synthetic fertiliser. This scheme is already in place, this scheme is time and cost required for data collection and reporting. Initially, there will be a shortage of advisors to help so legislation is already established. farmers work this stuff out. A carbon market pricing system is HWEN has developed alternatives with two proposals: Both include a split gas approach, with methane and long- in place, but methane price is still to be set by a committee yet lived gases priced differently in recognition of methane having to be established. The “Processor-Level Hybrid Levy” works by processors a shorter half-life. A wide range of vegetation is included in sequestration calculations. Any forest post-2008, native paying for emissions based on a “national average factor” regenerating bush, small woodlots, riparian planting, shelter applied to products supplied or bought by farmers and belts, and scattered trees are calculated into the equation. growers. This charge would be passed on to farmers via reduced Revenue generated is recycled to the agricultural sector payout for product or increased cost of fertiliser. Again, there is to reduce emissions. Funds would be used for research or no system to set methane price, and again a cost to establishing the scheme. incentives for new technologies. The timeline for decisions is tight with HWEN submissions The “Farm-Level Levy” works by each farm calculating due by this weekend. Partners in HWEN will consider feedback and develop recommendations to present to the Government in May. Government will consider, probably involve wider consultation, and make a final decision in December. Farmers wanting to express their concerns and/or explain reasons for supporting options, need to visit the HWEN website and provide feedback – including whether they support the four principals of HWEN; recognising and rewarding on-farm changes to reduce emissions, a split gas approach, including on-farm sequestrations apart from ETS plantations, and returning revenue to the agricultural sector. It is a massive topic with some issues not up for discussion – such as the timeframe and GHG targets already set. One thing is certain in the uncertainty. Whatever scheme is applied will add a significant unknown cost on farmers’ annual budgets. For an “average” sheep farm’s (like ours at Kaihoka) it is an estimated to be $9,000 to $12,000. There are ways for farmers to reduce emissions, but it’s not always straightforward. Planting trees is one, but many farms have restrictions on land-use changes governing “Outstanding Natural Landscapes”. Dropping stock numbers is an obvious option. Farmers have been increasing efficiency from lower numbers for years. But some farms may intensify, then follow the trend of buying land to offset carbon by planting a monoculture of pines. The Paris Agreement states that food production should not be compromised. HWEN website is at: https://hewakaekenoa.nz/
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We are working on a plan change to rezone land for housing in Murchison, Brightwater and Wakefield and to enable higher densities on residentially zoned land in Māpua and Motueka. A plan change is normally the next step in the process following the adoption of the FDS. However, in this case the FDS and the plan change to rezone land are working concurrently to enable Tasman to meet its growing demand for housing.
The FDS outlines a proposal of consolidated growth focusing largely along State Highway 6. This proposal includes prioritising intensification of housing development in Nelson, Atawhai, Stoke, Richmond, Brightwater, Wakefield, Māpua and Motueka, along with managed expansion around Nelson, Stoke, Richmond, Brightwater, Wakefield and Māpua. Some managed expansion is proposed around Tasman’s rural towns of Murchison, Tapawera, St Arnaud and in Golden Bay. A secondary part of the proposal is the development of a new community near Tasman Village and a large site at Braeburn Road in Lower Moutere. A consultation document summarising the strategy is available online, at libraries and service centres. This provides an overview of the proposal, as well as submission forms to provide feedback. You can also take part in our comprehensive online consultation programme which is open to everyone. All the details can be found at tasman.govt.nz/fds.
Penguin protection plans for Port Tarakohe Community input is being sought on a request to build a fence and restrict access to part of Port Tarakohe in Golden Bay to protect the breeding grounds of Little Blue Penguins. Representatives of the Mōhua/Golden Bay Blue Penguin Trust have asked that we act to improve the protection of the colony at the Port. The Trust want us to build a fence, including a locked gate, on the western arm of the Port to protect nesting penguins and prevent unsupervised public access during the nesting and fledgling session, from June through to February each year. The estimated cost of installing the fence and gate is about $20,000. Because the fence is proposed to be built on public reserve land, we need to seek community feedback on the idea. You input is invited until Thursday 14 April. Details are available on our website, tasman.govt.nz/ feedback, and from our service centres and libraries.
Questions answered on new drinking water regulations The Chief Executive and senior staff from the Government’s new water regulator Taumata Arowai joined more than 100 Tasman residents in a special online information session last week to explain the potential future requirements for drinking water.
New access system operating at Port Tarakohe launching ramp The Port Tarakohe boat ramp barrier arm has been upgraded and there is now a new access system in place. The new system no longer accepts coins – it’s cashless and operates by Tap-n-Go. Initially there were a few teething problems, and the barrier arm was damaged by someone attempting to raise it manually. The new arm can be activated remotely by Port Tarakohe staff, so if users discover a problem, please contact the port manager to lift the barrier. Users can now pay by EFTPOS, credit card and PayWave or the annual swipe card system which is still available.
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As we prepare to meet this potential demand, we want to have your input into how we can best accommodate the expected growth in our region and the proposed plan change areas and rules. The plan change will go through a formal process of notification, submissions, hearings and decision making. Feedback is invited until 14 April 2022. For more information visit tasman.govt.nz/feedback.
Need help with rural sports? The Sport NZ Rural Travel Fund offers help with travel costs for rural sports clubs and rural school teams. The fund helps young people aged 5 – 19 participate in local sports competitions. Sport NZ fully funds the Rural Travel Fund, which we administer locally on their behalf. The next funding round closes on 30 April 2022. For more information visit tasman.govt.nz/grants.
COUNCIL HUI Under Covid-19 restrictions, meetings will take place via Zoom video conferencing. Public forum presenters are required to present via Zoom. Visit tasman.govt.nz/meetings-calendar for details and the Zoom link. Tasman Regional Transport Committee Tuesday 29 March, 9.30 am. No public forum Golden Bay Rec Park Management Committee Wednesday 30 March, 9.30 am. No public forum
New rules about drinking water safety could have far reaching ramifications locally, particularly for our rural residents who depend on bores and tanks for their water supplies.
Full Council Thursday 31 March, 9.00 am
The questions were many and varied but unfortunately due to time constraints not all that were submitted were able to be answered on the night.
Joint Shareholders Committee Tuesday 5 April, 9.30 am. No public forum
The full video of the hour-long information session is available on our website along with a list of all questions and answers, including those that weren’t answered live. You still have an opportunity to comment the new drinking water standards, submissions close on Monday 28 March. Details are available on Taumata Arowai’s website by searching consultation.
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Operations Committee Thursday 31 March, 11.00 am
Tasman Creative Communities Subcommittee Tuesday 5 April, 10.00 am. No public forum Community Grants Subcommittee Wednesday 6 April, 2.00 pm. No public forum Full Council Thursday 7 April, 9.30 am
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New head of supporter engagement and income development at Nelson Tasman Hospice, Donna Ching-Tregidga. Photo: Supplied. JO RICHARDS
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The Stella Smith Memorial Bowls tournament was played on Thursday 17 and Friday 18 March at Tākaka and Pōhara Bowling Clubs. Pictured above are the winners of the first day, from left, Carolyn Mason, Chris Longman and Margaret Trekker, from Wakefield. The winners on the second day at Pōhara, were a team from Stoke, Alison Edwards, Jenny Vail and Trish Campbell. Before the start of each day’s play there was a minute’s silence for Rangi Westrupp, who was a stalwart of both clubs and had sadly passed away that week.
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“Living in Golden Bay I am constantly struck by the beauty,” says Bay artist and 26-year resident Nikki Winter. She specialises in painting Bay vistas from her studio perched high over Pōhara Beach. Nikki describes her works as emotive beach and sky vistas. “[I use] contrasting directions, shades and graduations to create atmosphere and feeling, bringing the viewer into the emotion and feeling of the moment captured. I want the viewer to drift into [my work].” Originally from Christchurch, Nikki took a Fine Arts Degree in Graphic Design and Photography at Ilam. As a student she worked as a wedding and show photographer, and at Kodak labs. Work in graphic design was followed by her “OE with a girlfriend and a Kombi van”. On her travels she worked in Los Angeles where her brother was a landscape architect, assisting him to build cardboard landscape models and “making palm trees”. Nikki returned to Christchurch and photography before moving to Nelson and selling “salzteig” (sculpted salt dough) at the Saturday markets – a craft she picked up in Germany. Drawn to the Bay, she and husband Kevin built the Pōhara house (and studio) where they still reside today. Nikki started to work with silks under the tutelage of Sarah Hornibrooke. Her silks were painted standing at an easel and soon evolved to include paua and copper accentuation. In 2017, Nikki’s practice was reinvigorated by (the very last) arts council artists’ residency at Farewell Spit. Her style evolved to use “an acrylic medium [with resin finish] to create
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Nelson Tasman Hospice (NTH) has appointed Donna Ching-Tregidga as new head of supporter engagement and income development. “We’re very excited to welcome Donna to the team,” says NTH chief executive Tony Gray. “Donna will bring significant community and commercial experience to hospice at a time when we face very real challenges in the delivery and the future development of specialist palliative care. “Nelson Tasman Hospice’s $3million funding shortfall continues to grow each year. That shortfall is largely reduced as a result of our very generous community,” says Tony, “but in reality, the total funding for our hospice can barely resource the existing service. We know that needs are growing exponentially, whether this is clinical or in the extended services we provide for the region.”
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CLASSIFIEDS RESULTS / Hua tākaro BRIDGE 16 March. Pohara Pairs Session 2: D Rapley/P Topham 62.50%; P Nelson/E Bradshaw 61.81%; P Wood/A Blackie 55.5%; h/cap: P Nelson/E Bradshaw 57.50%; D Rapley/P Topham 60.06%; P Wood/A Blackie 53.56%.
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PERSONAL NOTICES / Pānui ake WESTRUPP, Rangi Peter. 29 April 1945- 14 March 2022. Passed away peacefully in Christchurch, after a short illness, with family by his side. Best friend and beloved husband to Jennifer. Cherished father and father-in-law to Ricky and Susan; Lee; and Melany and Phillip. Deeply loved granddad to Savanna, Xanthe, Bianca, Meaghan, Cameron, Caitlin, and Bailey. Son of Hori and Kare Westrupp (both of late), and loved brother to all his siblings. Beloved of the wider Westrupp whānau. A memorial service will be held to remember and celebrate Rangi’s life, date to be announced. Messages may be sent to 443 Abel Tasman Drive, Takaka, 7183.
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The RSC Community Grant is now open to applicants. The purpose of the grant is to distribute $8000 of funds to cultural, philanthropic, charitable, sporting or educational organisations or any other purpose that benefits the Golden Bay community or a section of it.
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TRADES AND SERVICES / Mahi a ratonga 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.
TRADES AND SERVICES / Mahi a ratonga
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.
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. CURTAINS, sheers, liners made to measure for a high-end floor-to-ceiling finish, ph Tracey at Imagine designs for a free measure and quote, 027 440 0071. Your local curtain and blind specialists. DIGGER and driver, $80/hour +. Ph 021 035 6233. ELECTRONICS repairs: Cell phones, computers, radios, TVs, HiFi and more! Ph 027 246 2432. ELEMENTAL Design and Build: New builds, renos, refits, alterations. Environmentally-conscious builders specialising in natural builds. www.elementalbuild.nz, ph 022 087 6396, hello@elementalbuild.nz FREEVIEW satellite TV. Ph 027 246 2432. 12
PORTABLE SAW MILLING. High yield, low waste, bandsaw milling. Great for dimensional timber or flitches. Suitable for any log size on any site. Ph Tim 524 8997, 027 714 4232.
TRADES AND SERVICES / Mahi a ratonga GB CHIMNEY SWEEPING, SPIDER AND FLY SPRAYING Ph 524 8795 or 027 434 5405 GOLDEN BAY DIGGER HIRE 1.7 tonne. Ph 027 713 0684.
GOLDEN Bay Roofing, all roofing services. Ph 027 395 0037, email: goldenbayroofing@yahoo.com GOLDEN Bay Storage, Tākaka. Dry, safe, secure, alarmed, insurance approved. Furniture trailer available. Ph Marg 027 222 5499, goldenbaystorage@gmail.com
Green Grass Accounting - Chartered Accountant. MYOB Partner and Xero Certified. Local accountant providing business and personal accounting services. Ph Robert 029 775 6459 or email robert@greengrassaccounting.co.nz. HEAT pump installation, sales and servicing. Ph Dave McKay 027 404 4740, 525 8538. 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. ORTIZ ARCHITECTURAL STUDIO. Residential, renovations, light commercial. Ph 021 211 1339 or email design@ortizstudio.co.nz
PRUNING, garden/property design, edible landscaping, soil testing, garden mentoring. Sol Morgan, GroWise Consultancy, ph 027 514 9112.
RURAL NEW BUILD? FAILING SEPTIC SYSTEM? Wastewater Design, Onekaka-based services. AES system specialists - no ongoing costs, 20-year guarantee. Ph Kris 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.
SURVEYING: topographical survey, construction and building set out, boundary location. Ph Alexis 021 0239 1364. 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. Zentec – technology specialists Computer/smartphone sales and repairs. Supporting all Windows and Apple products. Onsite tech support and internet solutions. Ph 525 8371 or support@zentec.co.nz
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This family home has been modernised with quality fittings and exudes character. The light & airy open plan living space has funky barn doors and the timber kitchen island is a great feature. With just over 6500sqm (1.6 acres) of fenced land, there's ample space and safe containment for your family pets and stock. Enjoying a special microclimate, the thriving orchard boasts a variety of subtropical species such as Avocado and Cherimoya, and many more. This is the ultimate lifestyle. The garage is easily accessed via the covered deck and this property provides exceptional storage, parking and workshop space.
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PROPERTY WANTED / Rawa hiahia MATURE single male looking for permanent accommodation. Have references. Ph 020 4120 0710.
PROPERTY AVAILABLE / Rawa watea
FOR SALE / Hei hokohoko
HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora
clearance, metal deck. $13,000 ono. Ph 525 9273 or 021 267 5626. YAMAHA 2hp outboard, two summers old, less than four hours use. As new condition. $590. Ph 027 669 7142. BEEF shorthorn weaners, bulls and heifers, Takaka. Ph Bill 021 556 806. GRAZING available for dairy replacement heifers from 1 April 2022. Space available for 50/60-odd animals at Collingwood. Message or ph Shaun and Jenny Solly 027 362 9487. DRY manuka firewood. Ph 021 0220 7728. GARAGE SALE. 173 Long Plain Road, Kotinga, Sunday 27 March, 10am. Lounge suite, dining suite, bedroom cabinets, and more. Ph 525 7112. GARAGE sale. Packard Road, Saturday 26 March, 9am. Trailer, rotary hoe, freshwater and saltwater fishing gear, Suzuki tyres and rims, ladies’ clothing size 8-10, pot plants, and more.
HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora ANEL BAKER Physiotherapy at 22 Meihana Street, Tākaka. Ph/txt for an appointment 021 053 4337. AROHA Health Spa. Massage: deep tissue, relaxation and clinical; structural bodywork, myofascial release, infrared sauna, spa bath, facials, holistic health and more. Open from 9.30am onwards. Closed Monday and Tuesday. 792 Abel Tasman Drive, Pōhara. Ph 525 8870. AYURVEDIC HEALTH CONSULTATION and herbal dispensary at Floraveda Apothecary. Contact Alida Roussain, Ayurvedic Practitioner, ph 027 585 2947, www.floraveda.co.nz
GOLDEN BAY PARADISE
One of the last undeveloped bush blocks in Kotinga. 15.7ha (38.8 acres) of hillside seven minutes’ from town. Situated above the Anatoki River with views of Golden Bay out to the sea. Enquiries over $650,000.
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FOR SALE / Hei hokohoko FIREWOOD. Delivering now. Douglas fir, beech, gum and Lawson cypress. Ph Bay Firewood 027 769 6348. CAT and dog doors. Installed for you by Golden Bay Glass. 96 splashbacks and shower glass. Custom made by Golden Bay Glass, 96 Commercial Street. Ph 525 7274.
LUXAFLEX® Blinds, why settle for anything but the best? Blind options include duette, roller, venetian and more. Includes a five year guarantee. Call into Imagine designs, 96b Commercial St, Takaka or ph 027 440 0071 for a free measure and quote. NATIVE trees and grasses at TLC Nursery. Big grade trees still available, or make an order for 2022. Ph 525 6183. MOANA stand-up paddleboard, excellent condition. Txt 027 259 5525. TOYOTA Hilux ute, 1997, 2.8D, 4WD, single cab, high ground THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 25 MARCH 2022
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Reiki Master & Pranic healer
Sports & Accident injuries Complex musculoskeletal conditions Clinical reviews / Second opinions Orthopaedic / Post-operative rehabilitation Postural / Biomechanical correction programmes Clinical Massage Therapy
No GP referral required Ask us about our no-cost initial Physio assessment
Call 0800 749 739 for info or an appointment today
Collingwood Health Centre Physiotherapist: Anel Baker Mondays, and Thursday mornings Phone: 021 0534 337 13
HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora
EATING OUT / Kai wahi kē
Healing with Grace &
021 346642 ♥ 525 8106 SITUATIONS VACANT / Tūranga wātea CAREGIVER WANTED No experience needed, job training will be provided. From 9am until 12pm each morning with some possible extra hours available. Close to town, with a good pay rate. Please ph 525 8890.
Removal of ear wa Weekly Private Clinics x by micro-suction 03 525 8327 or book online: www.earhealth.co.nz
GALLERIES / Whakakitenga EARTHSEA Gallery: 76 Boyle St (Golf Course Rd), Clifton, Takaka. Ph 525 7007. Open Wednesday-Sunday, 10am-5pm. Closed Monday, Tuesday. Fine landscape paintings and reproduction giclee prints. www.earthseagallery.com
Project De-Vine Environmental Trust
Operations Assistant Position available: Office Administrator Project De-Vine Environmental Trust is a leader in the
CHURCH Project De-Vine Environmental Trust is a leader in the stewardship and fostering of native eco stewardship of native ecosystems in Golden Bay and the systems in Golden Bay and the Top of the South. Top of the South.
schedule job and health and safety processes and work in the field for up to 20 hours per week.
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LIVING LIGHT CANDLES
FROM 4PM
85 Tukurua Road I Open every day 10am – 4:30pm
Bookings are recommended
SERVICES ON SUNDAYS
GOLDEN Bay Anglican Church warmly invites you to join
SACRED Heart Catholic faith community celebrate Mass at 5pm Sundays. Masks and sign in please.
Kahurangi Christian Church
• Stock procurement • Maintaining PDVET Health and Safety Ideally you will have strong administrative and financial skills, database with the demonstrated ability to • tasks Fieldwork manage multiple and priorities within a project based environment. Some knowledge and
Sunday 10:30am
Vax Pass Group: 76 Bishop Road, Parapara experience in HR systems and processes would be advantageous. Strong computer literacy (word, Ideally, you will have experience in job scheduling, with the Contact Robin Swafford 022 604 9678 excel and database experience) is required. demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities Non Vax Pass Group: Onekaka Hall a project-based Experience in Health and Initially partwithin time (25 hours a week),environment. there may be the opportunity for this to increase to up to 40 Contact Rowan Miller 021 106 8461 hours a week. Safety. Knowledge and experience in database and systems management would be advantageous. Project management If you are someone regarded by others as being effective at building and maintaining relationships and health and safety systems. Experience in conservation with others, organised, have a good work ethic and you wish to work in a small and supportive fieldwork – you will be cutting vines, assisting withlike identifying environment where your contribution is highly valued, we would to discuss this role with you! Sunday Service at 10am and eradicating pest plants, planting, and all aspects of Further information and a position description is available on request. Please contact: conservation work involved with restoring our native flora. Ph:02041112626 or e:11nikaus@gmail.com Applications close on Thursday, 1 April 2021. Pastor: Rodney Watson This is a full-time position (37.5 hours a week). 0275114266 If others regard you as effective at building and maintaining 93 Commercial St, Takaka www.godunlimited.org relationships with others, organised, have a good work ethic, Ph: 5259 265 and wish to work in a small and supportive environment
God’s way is perfect. All the Lord’s promises prove true. He is a shield for all who look to Him for protection. Psalm 18:30
where your contribution is highly valued, we would like to discuss this role with you.
EATING OUT / Kai wahi kē
COLLINGWOOD TAVERN. 11am-7pm, Sunday-Thursday; Office: 65 COMMERCIAL STREET, TAKAKA - Postal address: 65 COMMERCIAL STREET, TAKAKA 7110 T:03-929-7518 | E: ADMIN@PDVET.ORG.NZ | Website: w.w.w.PDVET.ORG.NZ 11am-late, Friday and Saturday. Live music - check out our
This individual should demonstrate excellent communication and problem-solving skills, utilise initiative, and Mental Health experience would be an advantage. You will maintain support to our six residents and staff, participate in service planning and crisis management, assist with interagency coordination as part of a supportive & collaborative team, and involvement with infection control activities across the organisation. Please check out our webpage twm.org.nz/careers for a detailed job description and our TWM application forms.
COURTHOUSE CAFÉ, Collingwood. Open Wednesday-Sunday, 8am-3pm. Saturday nights are pizza nights, 5-7pm dine-in or takeaway. Ph 524 8194. CURRY LEAF. Open 7 days, 12-8pm. Chef-made food, takeaway prices. Order online thecurryleaf.co.nz or ph 525 8481.
DANGEROUS KITCHEN, open for takeaways, 9am-8pm, Tuesday-Saturday. Come and see us. Order online or phone us 525 8686.
BADMINTON, REC PARK CENTRE, 7-9pm. All welcome. Ph Kerry 525 7007. WHO YOU GONNA CALL? Ghostbusters! Check out Village Theatre’s schedule on the next page.
SATURDAY 26 MARCH MOTUPIPI HALL, 10am-1pm, baking, preserves, produce, toasted sandwiches. Cash only.
SUNDAY 27 MARCH ZEN MEDITATION BEGINNERS SANGHA, 6.50pm Sundays. Ph 021 070 0656.
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 30 MARCH 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.
THURSDAY 31 MARCH DAYTIME BADMINTON, Rec Park Centre, 9-11am. All welcome. Ph Kerry 525 7007. QUIZ AT THE MUSSEL INN. Check out www.musselinn.co.nz for details.
DE-LISH DELICATESSEN. Sumptuous, delicious food. Lunches, catering, coffee, chocolate, cheeses and epicure items. Weekdays from 6.30am. Ph 525 7111. OLD SCHOOL CAFÉ. Open 4pm till late Friday and 11am till late Saturday, Sunday. O’SHA, open Tuesday-Sunday, lunch 11.30am-2.30pm and dinner 5-8.30pm. Ph 525 6117.
Application close: OPEN until filled!
TOTOS CAFÉ & PIZZERIA: open for private group bookings, all welcome! Tōtaranui hill, ph 021 187 1849, totoscafegallery@ gmail.com
TWM National DBT Service – 163 Commercial Street TWM Community Mental Health Service – 34 Motupipi Street TWM Employment Service – 84 Commercial Street
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Facebook page for details.
If you are an enthusiastic and positive person, we are looking forward to hearing from you.
Consent for Police Vetting & the Covid19 Vaccination are required.
FRIDAY 25 MARCH
GOLDEN BAY COMMUNITY AND WHANAU monthly meeting, See advert on next page for details.
ANATOKI SALMON fishing and café. Catch your own lunch or order from the menu. Open every day from 9am-5pm. www. anatokisalmon.co.nz
Te Whare Mahana – DBT Service is seeking a dynamic registered Nurse to deliver health-focused support to service-users in our residential programme.
UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere
TUESDAY 29 MARCH
Applications close on Friday 1 April 2022
- PPT, 18-20hrs/week (days & hours negotiable) -
818 Abel Tasman Drive 525 7998 ratanuilodge.com
JUNCTION GREEN OPEN AIR RETAIL. Every Sunday, 11am3pm. Shop, eat, spend local. Likeminded people, friendly atmosphere
Further information and a position description are available on request. Please contact Sophie Davies: sophie@pdvet.org.nz
Registered Nurse
FROM 8AM - 10AM
DINNER + DRINKS
them each Sunday, 10am at Takaka and 5pm at Collingwood. Dueinto in our areOffice nowAdministrator looking Due to growth ourgrowth organisation, we organisation, are now lookingwe for an to help manage our systemsfor andan processes. Operations Assistant to help manage our systems, Reporting to the General Manager, you will have responsibility for:
BREAKFAST
LIVING ARTS GALLERY and
FOSTERING NATIVE ECOSYSTEMS IN GOLDEN BAY AND THE TOP OF THE SOUTH
OPEN EVERY DAY
THE MUSSEL INN. Open 7 days from 11am.
WHOLEMEAL CAFÉ, open 7 days for dine-in meals and takeaways, 7.30am-3pm. THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 25 MARCH 2022
Golden Bay Community & Whān nau Monthly Meeting
MENS BREAKFAST Saturday, 26th of March @ 9am Inviting all men to partake in some good food and good company.
Time: 12.00pm -1.00pm
93 Commercial st
Come hungry, leave full.
https://us02web.zoom. Date: 29th March 2022 us/j/87890261380 29t29thMarchNovemb Place: Zoom Meeting ID: 878 9026 1380 e2021
Gold coin donation
Guest speaker: Director of
Voice of the Martyrs
We look forward to seeing you at the Saturday market and on our home deliveries around Golden Bay, Tasman and Nelson.
SIQ Update
Tākaka Library
ORDER ONLINE - www.elliscreekfarm.co.nz
(supported/isolated quarantine) Come and see what services are available in Golden Bay.
Learn and grow together through music, movement and stories
Tiny Tots Sessions
JOIN ZOOM MEETING
• Ruth Murray (Te Kotahi o te Tauihu) • Brigette Gilmour (Golden Bay Community Health)
Storytime Sessions
• Premal Gauntlett (Mohua Social Services) • Cait Tomlinson (Golden Bay WorkCentre Trust)
Every Tuesday from 15 March - 12 April 10.00-10.30am
Every Wednesday from 16 March - 13 April 10.00-10.30am
Tiny Tots is a fun, free event for babies and children two years and younger.
Storytime is for children two years and older. Join us for stories, rhymes, songs, and active movement.
Everyone Welcome please email Jo@mohuasocialservices.org.nz for zoom link
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My Vaccine Pass is required Distancing is recommended Adults must wear a mask if they are able Booking is essential as we need to keep our groups small at this time. Please book in person at the Tākaka Library or ring 03 525 0059
Programmes to listen out for: Saturday In The Country
Brother and sister Terry and Diane Langford have hosted Saturday in the Country since 2000. Both are members of the of the Marble Mountain Country Music Club - Terry sets up the sound and plays bass, Diane plays rhythm guitar. Kindly supported by Kotare Sands Motels and airs every Saturday from 122pm, replays Thursdays 4am.
The Mussel Inn Coming Up...
Forty six and 2 (The Friday at 5 edition)
Matt and Maria start the weekend with some great rock music and the odd random track thrown in. Supported by Beggs Music Works in Hardy Street, Nelson and airs Friday evenings at 5:00, replaying Tuesday nights at 11:00. Now also airing on Radio Southland.
Wed 30th ALPACA SOCIAL CLUB with COUSIN ALICE -“A Quantum Leaping Musical Curiosity” - $15 on the door Thu 31st QUIZ
John’s Media Show
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Hive (M) (English subtitles) Drive my Car (M) (English subtitles) Blind Ambition Hive (M) (English subtitles) Parallel Mothers (M) (Final)
TAKAKA FUELS & FISHING
Enquiries phone: 03 525 9843
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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SOLLYS
Check our website @ freshfm.net for contact details and get in touch.
Numbers and seating according to current requirements.
1pm Matinees starting next Thursday 31st
Sollys Contractors are proud sponsors of this weather forecast.
Have you ever considered making your own radio programme?
Wed 27th BRAGGINS & WARDROP & DUNNE $25 presales on eventfinda, $30 door
The Batman (R13)
fine although cloud buildups from late morning, with a few showers developing, mainly about the ranges. Saturday: Light winds with sea breezes for a time. Fine, although some cloud and isolated showers in western areas in the afternoon. Sunday: Sea breezes for a time. Fine and cloudy intervals. Isolated showers near Farewell. Monday: Light easterlies developing. Some cloudy areas, otherwise mainly fine. Tuesday: Light winds. Mainly fine.
John Scott reviews movies and other media. Requests for reviews can be made through Fresh FM’s Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/ FreshFM.NZ/ Airs Friday afternoons at 4:00, and replays Wednesday mornings at 3:00.
Thu 14th QUIZ
Uncharted (M) Ghostbusters Afterlife (PG) Parallel Mothers (M) (English subtitles)
Friday: Light winds with afternoon sea breezes. Mainly
JACKIE BRISTOW - “crafting some of the most beautiful, compelling Americana today”. $22 tickets @ undertheradar, $25 on the door
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50 Commercial Street, Takaka Golden Bay First National Licensed REAA 2008 - MREINZ
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FAMILY FRIENDLY!!
Ph: (03) 525 8800
PERFECTION IN PARA-DISE
Viewing By Appointment Only
2 WADSWORTH STREET, TĀKAKA
$595,000
This four-bedroom home plus a sunroom, sits on a generous section and is just a short walk to the Golden Bay High School, Takaka Primary School, Kindergarten and Takaka Township. Everything is so close that the kids can easily & safely walk to school and just a quiet stroll to Town for your needs. Put your touch on this very convenient property and make it feel like ‘home’. The section is fully fenced and measures a generous 921m2, room to kick a ball, set up your entertainment area, perfect for the whole family. Call me to view. Ref: GB3883
James Mackay 027 359 0892 or james@goldenbayproperty.com
72 PARAPARA BEACH ROAD, PARAPARA Deadline Sale: 12pm 30/03/22 (NSP)
Step on up & take a deep breath of fresh sea air. This beachfront property offers mesmerising ocean views. Completely renovated in 2015 & is now an architecturally designed masterpiece, that seamlessly blends into the Parapara Esplanade. An exclusive feel & an opportunity not to be missed. With 4 bdrms, 2 bthrms spread over 2 levels & open plan dining/living that is designed for the extensive & stunning sea views, you won’t want to leave! Double garaging for all the ‘toys’ makes this property complete! Ref: GB3881 Paul McConnon 0275 042 872 paul@goldenbayproperty.com or Jana McConnon 021 245 2197 jana@goldenbayproperty.com
SPACIOUS HEADING INSIDE & OUT!
176 COMMERCIAL STREET, TAKAKA
CLIFTON COTTAGE
Offers Over $675,000
This family home is on a large, tidy section of 1243m2 located in town, is just perfect for family convenience! Four bedrooms, open plan living, dining & kitchen, plus garage, sleepout & sheds all make up this property with so much potential. Fully fenced so plenty of safe, private space for the kids to kick a ball about, but best of all - just a short stroll to GBHS or Takaka Primary School & School Shops or up to Town. Spacious inside & out & ready for your touch to add to this family home! Now with a price reduction so don’t be shy to call me for further information or a time to view. Ref: GB3853
Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840 or belinda@goldenbayproperty.com
630 ABEL TASMAN DRIVE, CLIFTON
Offers Over $645,000
This 2bdrm cottage, set on 1122sqm, is located in the much sought-after area of Clifton, yet close to town & even closer to the popular Pohara Beach. With established fruit trees at the rear, this property would be ideal to downsize to or continue it as a rental property. The open plan living/ dining area is bright & has sliding doors onto a small deck at the front of the house. The compact kitchen has the usual appliances & off the kitchen, there is the laundry/storage area. A single garage & plenty of additional parking for the ‘toys’. This could be the perfect spot for you so don’t delay, call me for further information. Ref: GB3880
Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840 or belinda@goldenbayproperty.com
BEACHFRONT ON BISHOP 70 BISHOP RD, PARAPARA
• 3 dbl bdrms, 1 bth + sep shower • Plus an outdoor shower • Original yet tastefully refurbished • Log fire to keep you cosy • 868m2 - plenty of room for extras! Ref: GB3879 Price By Negotiation Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840 belinda@goldenbayproperty.com
ANNIE’S NIRVANA BACKPACKERS 25 MOTUPIPI ST, TĀKAKA
• Centrally located accomm. • 8 bdrms/4 bthrms/2 kitchens • Self-contained managers res. • Licenced for 28 pax • YHA approved, Lonely Planet... Ref: GBC3862 $849,000+GST (if any) Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840 belinda@goldenbayproperty.com Sharon MCCONNON Sales Manager 0275 258 255
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Paul MCCONNON Salesperson 0275 042 872
James MACKAY Principal/AREINZ B.Com 027 359 0892
Thankyou Golden Bay! $785.00 was the ‘blooming’ fantastic result of Ross & Lee Ogle’s inspiring fundraiser & it’s now on the way to The Child Cancer Foundation. Same time, same place, next year! Belinda J BARNES Agent/AREINZ 021 236 2840
Jana MCCONNON Salesperson 021 245 2197
Cherie BYRNE Admin/ Reception 03 525 8800
THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 25 MARCH 2022