The GB Weekly - 30 September 2022

Carnival vibe at kids’ show

Three Waters fund

Golden Bay, along with communities across Tasman District, is in line to benefit from funding linked to the controversial Three Waters Reform programme.

The Government’s $2 billion Better Off Support Funding Package was developed in recognition of the transfer of responsibility for three waters service delivery from councils nationwide to the new Water Service Entities.

Tasman District Council’s share of the fund is $22.55 million, with the first tranche of $5.64 million now being made available through the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA).

To help identify suitable projects across the district, to be funded during the period 2022-2025, TDC held a series of council workshops plus bilateral meetings with community boards, Te Tauihu iwi, Nelson, and Marlborough councils.

At last month’s meeting of the Golden Bay Community Board (GBCB) members opted for three initial community-based projects: the construction of a new concrete footpath extending to Fonterra Corner on Motupipi Street ($200,000); a youth bike and skate park feasibility study, community engagement and detailed design ($50,000); and the detailed design, engagement and construction of a new shared path in Pōhara ($160,000).

Sunny skies, a large crowd, and plenty to do and see, created a summer carnival atmosphere at Saturday’s Boys’ & Girls’ Agricultural Show. “It was a brilliant day,” said organiser Abbie Langford speaking after the event. “We were so lucky with the weather.”

From early morning, Tākaka’s Rec Park was an activity-packed show ground where people mingled with pets and farm animals. At one end of the field, energetic youngsters amused themselves on the playground, while at the other, a collection of trade stands provided information, entertainment, and sustenance.

Horses and ponies were the first animals to perform – along with their riders. As the mounts trotted around, the judges looked on and were obviously impressed with Esmae Otten and her pony Holly who were awarded top prize for the best turned-out pairing.

A short trot away, dogs were being paraded around the small showring. Pets of many shapes sizes and colours were led by their handlers, although, in a few cases, it appeared to be the other way around. Despite enjoying a significant weight advantage, the good-

natured golden retriever Hank was one of those who allowed his young owners – Macy and Georgia Hills – to take charge.

Entries in the calf and goat competitions saw only two of each, but, as they say, “You’ve got to be in it to win it” – a motto that the Ottens of Paines Ford clearly take to heart. Both calves were from the family farm: Lucky, a Kiwi-cross; and Diamond, a Herefordshire cross handled by nine-year-old Issac Otten.

In the shoot-out between the goats, Kayla Rose’s Billy the Kid was just out-gunned by Maggie Quinn’s Noodle, while a good turnout of lambs meant that judge Craig Taylor split the handlers into two age groups.

Whereas the older lamb-handlers took a fairly serious approach, fancy dress was the order of the day in the seven-and-under category; Ithaka Bott had her lamb dolled up as a princess complete with tutu and crown, while Ezra Otten had adopted a superhero theme – with himself cast as Iron Man and his lamb draped in a Spiderman blanket.

As noon approached, the Hack Vaulties began their acrobatic display on the back of Brown Acre, their large Clydesdale. To a stirring

soundtrack the girls mounted the gentle giant, demonstrating their impressive sense of timing and balance. At the end of the routine trainer Baerbel Hack said she was pleased with the performance which served as practice for their upcoming appearance at December’s Equifest in Christchurch. “It was good, and a good vibe, but we’re not quite there yet.”

Reflecting on the event, Abbie said she was delighted to witness Golden Bay getting involved and having a good time. “It was so great to see families and community enjoying the day, and seeing all the fantastic entries from our fabulous tamariki.”

She paid tribute to those who had made the day possible. “The show is well supported in the community, with businesses being extremely generous. The show committee would like to thank our awesome judges, Rec Park Centre, FreshChoice Tākaka, NBS, Golden Bay Community Board, Rural Service Centre, Tākaka Volunteer Firefighters, Rural Women and all groups who ran stalls. And thank you to the Hack Vaulties, and to all the parents who helped get entries to the show.”

More photos on page 2

These three projects form part of TDC’s application to the DIA for the first tranche of funding. The application, endorsed at last week’s full council meeting, includes a total of 20 projects, which are grouped under seven themed initiatives, and are widely distributed across the Tasman District.

“The Council wants to spread the funding across projects in every ward in the district to maximise the wellbeing benefits for our communities,” explains TDC strategic policy manager Dwayne Fletcher.

The majority of the projects will see investment in community facilities, recreational spaces and activities, and active transport networks, but funding will also be allocated to help grow regional iwi capacity and to meet new Water Services Act 2021 requirements.

In addition to the projects put forward by GBCB, $50,000 will be allocated under the Community Spaces in Tasman initiative to help fund the planned major redevelopment of Onetahua Marae.

TDC must submit its application to the DIA, which is responsible for managing the funding, by today 30 September.

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Delivering the verdict: Judge Craig Taylor announces the results of the lamb section at Saturday’s show. Photo: Jo Richards.

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Carnival vibe at kids’ show

Esmae Otten on Holly leads the parade of horse and ponies. Photos: Jo Richards.

Macy and Georgia Hills keep Hank under control.

Kayla Rose leads Billy the Kid around the showring.

Ithaka Bott with her lamb Sunny.

Issac Otten shows off his Hereford cross calf Diamond.

The Hack Vaulties perform their horse-back routine.

Walking sports to run at Rec Centre

Community recreation programmer Tom Lake has organised a weekend to introduce two new sports concepts to Golden Bay.

These are “walking netball” and “walking football”, for those who may have retired from playing due to age or injury.

Motueka’s netball centre is bringing its walking netball team to the Rec Park Centre on Saturday 8 October from 10am to noon. All ages and genders are welcome to come and learn how to play.

On Sunday 9 October from 10am to 1pm, the Nelson walking football team will introduce the sport, which is for those aged 40+ and open to all genders. The aim is to encourage those who may have stopped playing to join a team.

The two groups mentioned have about 40 players each and are enthusiastic about introducing the sport to the Golden Bay community. Tom has managed to secure some fuel vouchers by way of thanks, as they are volunteering their time.

“They are both really popular sports and becoming more popular,” said Tom. “It’s really good for those who might have injury or joint issues, where high impact is too much to continue playing the game.”

He espoused their benefits, such as increasing people’s longevity, enjoyment, socialisation and camaraderie. “It’s a way to bring people together.”

Observers are welcome to come along to the two free events, which were organised by the Rec Park with support by members of Tākaka netball and GB football club members.

Tonight, Friday 30 September, the Rec Park Centre is holding a fundraising Bingo night. The cost is $30 for 10 games, and there are cash prizes plus 20 chances to win. Doors open at 6.30pm; start time is 7.30pm.

Tom hopes Friday night Bingo evenings will become a monthly event. “All of the money raised will go to our community events and youth programme.”

From 3-7 October, the Rec Park is offering a school holiday programme. For just $30 per child and $25 for each sibling, a variety of activities is available. The team is offering a variety of arts, crafts and sports, both indoors and outdoors.

And on Tuesday 11 October, from 10am to 3pm, the Rec Park Centre is offering a Rangatahi Bay Art workshop for 13- to 24-year-olds. This is for those wanting to create a piece to enter into Young@Art or Bay Art. All art materials are supplied and

the cost is just $5.00. Artist Olie Body will facilitate. Visit www.recparkcentre.co.nz or contact Tom on 021 0892 8057. Bingo night: 6.30pm Friday 30 September. School holiday programme: 3-7 October. Walking netball: Saturday 8 October. Walking football: Sunday 9 October. Art workshop: Tuesday 11 October.

ATTENTION KIDS!

“ITM ALMOST BUILDER COMPETITION”

Pick up your packs from ITM on Friday and Saturday the 7th- 8th October. This gives you a week to build your creation. Then drop your creation back off named and ready for judging on Saturday 15th October at ITM at 10am.

You can make anything you wish, and you can add extra bits and pieces to your creation.

There are two age categories 5-9, and 10 to 13.

There will be spot prizes and 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in each age group.

Judging and prize giving will be Saturday 15th October at 11am – 12pm, at the store.

We will have a BBQ etc on the go as well.

Plus, “ITM Tim Timber” the “Almost Builder” will be on site.

So, get creating and most importantly have fun, and be safe with any tools.

Adult supervision is required at prizegiving.

For more details contact Sarah at ITM Tākaka.

RONNIE SHORT

Tom Lake, community recreation programmer at the Rec Park Centre with posters inviting the Golden Bay community to “walking netball” and “walking football”. Photo: Ronnie Short.

LETTERS

Voices for nonsense

Recent correspondents have stated that those who do not share the viewpoints of Voices For Freedom, and groups of a similar ilk, would in earlier times have supported “witch burnings” and “Nazi extermination programmes”. Such claims reflect poorly on those making them. May I respectfully suggest that those letter writers look back more closely at the history and context of the events that they reference. They will quickly see that their conclusions are, at best, nonsensical.

The right Stuff

Richard English

I am pleased my letter (GBW, 16/9) ruffled a few feathers, for this fake news-conspiracy issue ruffles mine. Allow me to address points raised.

1. Fire and Fury clearly does not set out to provide a balanced coverage of the Wellington protest. Rather it portrays the extreme right-wing groups and individuals who broad-sided a legitimate peaceful protest. You may dislike, even hate, our elected leaders but it is totally not OK to threaten to kill them or incite others to do so.

2. Stuff is on record as saying they receive only one per cent of their revenue from Government. If that compromises their independence of journalism in your eyes, that is your call but I’m totally OK with it. In fact, I recently doubled my subscription.

3. Thankfully I don’t have any friends in the fake newsconspiracy-climate denier camp but do have family there and it hurts. Stilted conversations, strained relations. The “cup of tea” approach doesn’t bridge that divide; science and evidence are just brushed aside.

4. So back to the local elections, you have your conspiracy candidates… Thanks, Stuff, for the heads-up.

The real threat to democracy

Alec Milne

Disinformation is a scourge and presents a real threat to democracy. Thank you, Alec Milne (GBW, 16/9), for drawing to our attention the thought provoking but, at the same time, distressing documentary Fire and Fury. The presenter Paula Penfold is respectfully enquiring of interviewees in the face of some of the most violent, misogynistic, racist, threatening and abusive language, and academic Kate Hannah remains quietly composed and authoritative. In marked contrast to this dignified self-control and contrary to the narrative of the inappropriately self-titled Voices For Freedom and its apologists, worse still the anarchic, inflammatory outpouring of Counterspin’s Kelvyn Alp, it is the protesters and extremists

that are displaying the most intolerant, violent ranting, and bigoted attitudes.

Reportedly, this threatening behaviour continues unabated, now directed at the experts interviewed in the documentary. It is not surprising that two of the more outrageous high-profile figures from this cabal have been arrested and face criminal charges relating to dissemination of banned material.

Also interviewed, Ed Coper in his exhaustively researched “Facts and other Lies” has provided a comprehensive survey of the growth and reach of disinformation that makes for sobering reading. Never has it been more important for us to have access to balanced news reporting.

To quote George Bernard Shaw, “Democracy is a device that ensures we shall be governed no better than we deserve”. Vigilance and willingness to call out the peddlers of this mis and disinformation is required of all of us to establish facts and protect truth. [Abridged]

Gordon Mather

Wrong about rights

There are a lot of people talking about rights here, there and everywhere, yet the word “legal” seems eternally absent from the talking heads.

Rights are phenomena of ignorance being parroted around the world, accompanied by large groups having foot-stomping tantrums over imaginary rights they simply do not have.

Your legal rights are listed above your own signature agreeing.

Before you talk about your rights, please look the word up in the dictionary and have the piece of paper you have signed with “your rights” on it before you shout at others about your rights, human rights or any other rights.

They are simply not legal rights, they are beliefs.

Fishy bill undermines Act

Joni Bridge

A Fisheries Amendment Bill is going through parliament at the moment.

The Bill undermines the sustainability provisions of the current Fisheries Act. Furthermore it is a back-door attempt to force proportionality on the public. The Minister must allow for public fishing interest, not treat the public as if they have a share or quota of the Total Allowable Catch.

The Bill also promotes pre-set decision rules in the guise of quicker decision-making. In reality, quicker decision-making will not happen and, in any case, quicker fisheries management decisions do not typically work in favour of the “restored

Bärbel Roberts Borchers

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Babs while held close by Mark, her devoted husband. Babs was surrounded by family during her last months of illness and held in prayer of those she touched across the globe.

Babs was darling wife and soul mate to Mark; loving mother (mother in law) to Teresa (Sam), George (Laura), Sebastian (Brajan) and Lorna. Devoted grandmother/oma to Emma, Isabel, Grace, William; Piper, Malachi; Ramona, Finnegan; baby on the way. Cherished daughter (stepdaughter) of Kine & (David) and Jürgen & (Sabine). Loving sister (sister in law) to Daniel & (Keely) and Christian & (Peter). Adored aunty, niece, and granddaughter.

To be loved by Babs is a gift so many know; she was and always will be a shining light in our lives. Her vivacious spirit will continue to bring joy to all those who reflect on times spent filled with joy and laughter. Babs’ family thank everyone who have helped us in numerous ways through her journey with cancer. The support we have felt during this difficult time from the Golden Bay community is immense.

A Celebration of Babs’ Life will be held at the Takaka Recreation Centre on Monday 10 October at 1:30pm. Please join us to share golden memories of this wonderful woman. Colourful dress only please at Babs’ request

abundance” that the public is crying out for.

These aspects of the Bill have been tacked on to the longawaited roll-out of cameras on commercial fishing vessels. The tacking-on has happened without due consultation. Recreational fishers should understand the nature of the threat. The fresh air of public consultation is an essential component of fair fisheries management. It’s time to put the fish first.

I urge concerned fishers to contact their MP and Minister Parker, asking that the controversial Fisheries Amendment Bill is considered in two parts. The provisions for cameras and landing all catch can be dealt with immediately. They are overdue reforms and have been the subject of lengthy consultation. The shadier proposals should be split off and considered only after wider public consultation.

A simple internet search will help to untangle some of the complexities of this issue. Try “controversial components of fisheries bill”.

Neil Wilson

Voting for freedom

We all want to be free, but what does freedom mean? To me it means the absence of tyranny, the tools of which are propaganda, division and fear (sound familiar?). Freedom is best achieved through real democracy.

The road to democracy is long and hard, and every generation must fight to protect the progress achieved through great struggle and suffering and move forward. Last week’s letter writers rose admirably to this challenge. The great defender of democracy George Orwell would have been proud of them all.

Mike Rimu spoke of the threat to it of wokeism, which redefines and weaponises words such as “racist” or “far right” to silence opposition to its equality of outcome doctrine and promotion of minority privilege. Its use of cancel culture, harassment and no-platforming are profoundly anti-democratic. Most worrying, schoolchildren have been systematically indoctrinated with woke dogma for decades rather than being taught how to think for themselves.

The ability to consider many points of view and then decide for oneself is central to democracy, in particular for our elected representatives, and so it is a good thing that candidates subscribe to information from many different sources. The recent rise of censorship now threatens our ability to separate fact from fiction, to speak freely and to debate openly. It should be up to us to decide where we get our information, and in whom we trust.

The coming election is very important. We have the chance to defend democracy without a fight. Vote for freedom!

Steve Penny

Taking it home

Some leave it perched precariously like a delicate sculpture on driftwood, others leave it disguised in the sea’s gift of seaweed, the arrogant leave it defiantly right out in the open and the ones that are in denial bury it in a shallow grave. But the only ones that remain guilt free, the righteous ones take it home in a little green bag! There are so many of you, please do the right thing.

Rozi Demant

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October 2022.

Tinky’s

September

NATURE DIARY

All aboard relaunched boat club

SUBMITTED BY CYNTHIA McCONVILLE

I am sure there are some of us who have noticed abnormal white feathers or white plumage on a bird. Relatively uncommon, this condition in birds is known as leucism. I have a blackbird in my garden we affectionately call whitey-wing.

Last summer, roosting at Taupata, a South Island pied oystercatcher stood out from the rest of its group. The bird’s plumage was brown and white rather than the usual black and white. So, what is leucism and why does it occur?

Leucism in birds is a genetic mutation that results in either total or partial reduction of colour in a bird’s plumage. A bird can appear white or faded in colour, either fully or in patches. When leucism is present, it reduces pigmentation in birds, preventing melanin from being properly deposited in the feathers or skin. It’s important not to confuse albinism with leucism. True albinism is rare. An albinistic bird has pink eyes, they are all white and they display no colouring in their legs or beak. A leucistic bird displays this condition only in its feathers. Leucistic birds can function almost normally. However, in albino birds the reduction of pigment causes their feathers to wear more easily and break down affecting their flight and making them vulnerable to predators. Albino birds tend to die young. This helps to explain why leucistic birds are more common than albinistic birds.

Ma mite, pictured above, is a leucistic variable oystercatcher – tōrea pango. A variable oystercatcher normally has all black plumage. Seen by locals on the beach at Onerahi (a seaside suburb of Whāngarei) for the last 20 years, Ma mite has successfully bred on Limestone Island. It seems therefore that being leucistic makes no difference in attracting a mate. I find that comforting.

The Pōhara Boat Club (PBC) has “a new lease of life” according to its newly elected commodore, Tom Lake. Quite literally in fact, with a new 10-year lease successfully negotiated with Tasman District Council and new faces on its committee.

In registering the club as a community asset rather than a commercial one, the annual lessee fee has reduced from $5000 to $200. That arduous process, which took three years, involved huge costs, but now that the lease is secure, the new committee hold a positive vision for the future of the club.

“We’re here to promote water sports, getting out on the water, safe practises – and also bring in a community around being in the water, on the water, around the water. We would like it to be a family club, where anyone feels like they can come down and feel welcome,” said Tom.

Going forward, the PBC is looking to increase its membership. With a larger membership and community they can offer more opportunities and events.

For starters, the club is hosting an Open Day on Sunday 9 October from 9.30-midday. There will be junior and adult sailing opportunities for anyone who wants to have a go, whether they’re a member or not. There will also be a bouncy castle and a sausage sizzle. The bar, though usually only open to members, will be open for anyone on that day.

Membership fees, which start at $60 for juniors, enable access to sailing every Sunday morning from October through to March. “It’s good value for money,” said treasurer Daphne Woods. “It’s all provided.”

Tom added: “We’re also trying to organise adult sailing for Sunday afternoons, for members. That’s a $90 membership fee. What you get for membership is quite a lot really.”

Social membership is $50, which allows access to the bar. People can still attend the boat club for meals without a membership, but cannot access alcohol.

There are other incentives for becoming a member too. “For example, quiz night was $5 for a member,” said Tom. “The social membership gets you access to the social side; it doesn’t get you on the water sailing.”

All members can invite and sign in guests. “A lot of people used to come for dinner on a Sunday night for their social gettogether,” said Daphne. “It’s such a beautiful setting.”

Although there are nine people now on the committee, Tom says “The more the merrier.” Current plans are to hire a chef so the café can reopen on weekends throughout summer.

Recently, the PBC hosted a successful seafood buffet and quiz night, which was a sell-out. Sixty-five people attended. Following that success, a spit roast and quiz night is planned for Saturday 22 October.

Further events include after-school sailings on Wednesdays, from the start of Term 4. Registration is required for those, as numbers are limited.

“We’ve been really impressed with the support we’ve had so far,” said Tom. “A lot of people have come forward and are rejoining.

Enquiries/membership: admin@poharaboatclub.org or phone Judy 027 464 3220.

Pohara Boat Club.

RONNIE SHORT

Pōhara Boat Club committee members, from left, Steven Woods, treasurer Daphne Woods, commodore Tom Lake, secretary Judy Ray, Chris Ray and Dave Brownlie. Photo: Ronnie Short.

JOYCE WYLLIE

A fascinating group of animals grazes in a Pakawau paddock. With horns, a range of brown, black and white colouring and hair instead of wool, they look like goats, but these interesting beasts are damara sheep.

One of the fat-tailed breeds, damara originated in Namibia. Fat-tailed sheep store fat in their tails when feed is plenty and then use it up during the demands of pregnancy and lactation.

Damara shed their fleece, and so Jennifer Chapman chose them because they are easy care. Most look scruffy now as their winter wool is shedding in the warming weather. Some comes off like a felted coat, and other areas in tufts, but there are no shearing costs.

Instead of leaving the fleece lying in the grass, Jennifer collects most of it to use as mulch. Fly strike is not a problem as damara are nearly bald when blowflies are about. Their rear end is hairless, meaning docking is not required, either.

One small problem Jennifer has found is that their grazing behaviour is more like that of goats. They browse and eat everything, so she has learned to build good protectors for planted trees. Damara sheep are becoming quite popular in Australia and suit outback farms because of this ability to get

nutrients out of little feed.

Ewes of most sheep breeds come on heat only when the daylight length shortens, so they can only become pregnant once a year, lambing in spring. Damara ewes are fertile all year, so can produce lambs in any season. When Jennifer left the ram (who has beautiful long horns) in with her flock, ewes became pregnant two months after lambing. Gestation is five months, so a new generation is possible every seven months unless mating is managed. Damara sheep vary in colour. Jennifer finds that interesting as the colour of the lambs is not predictable and different hues appear as wool is shed.

The sheep are quiet and run to the sound of a bucket of pellets being shaken. Jennifer observes that the flock is social, spending most of their time close together and sometimes standing in a circle with their heads facing inwards.

Damara have only been in New Zealand a few years but numbers are growing. They are able to be raised for organic meat since they are more parasite resistant than other sheep and don’t need drenching.

Just as this fascinating breed suits Jennifer, other small block owners may appreciate their good looks and ease of care.

Photo: Joyce Wyllie.

Ice veteran talks of pole position

Janet Huddleston’s recent slideshow presentation about her 11 seasons in Antarctica captivated attendees at the Tākaka Library.

This was the second of two spring talks hosted by the library in collaboration with Golden Bay Museum.

Originally from Nashville, Janet worked at a variety of US Antarctica outposts from 1995 to 2007. Seasons each ranged from four to seven months living and working on the ice.

Requiring a “really serious medical checkup” first, contenders then travelled to Christchurch to get fitted with extreme coldweather gear: a down parka, thermals, windproof pants, hat, gloves and insulated “bunny boots” filled with air, said Janet.

“All of which you have to wear in case the plane goes down.”

The C130 Hercules aircraft flight takes eight hours from Christchurch to McMurdo Base. It is not luxurious, and is “really noisy”. If weather conditions aren’t favourable for landing when nearing the base, the plane returns. Janet endured the boomerang flight “a couple of times”.

Her first season involved undergoing snow survival school where she learned to build an igloo, a wind shelter, camp out, and how to drill through the ice to check for crevices.

Janet worked an impressive variety of jobs – as janitor, waste technician, general assistant, radio operator (for field camps, aircraft, helicopters, and emergency calls), firehouse dispatcher, in an electrical warehouse, a carpentry warehouse, as a forklift operator, and in South Pole resupply, sending emergency items.

When fuel tankers arrived they would need to be offloaded, then the hull was filled with water before leaving. Supply ships would arrive late January/early February.

“We would work around the clock offloading 200 containers and tons of supplies. Then onloading the rubbish and recycling, and everything.”

“Freshies”, as green groceries were called, were “gold” when they arrived, although some hydroponic vegetables were grown at McMurdo.

Adventures were to be had away from base and Janet jumped at every chance to explore ice caves, historic huts, or skiing. Track vehicles were “a very efficient way to travel on the ice” when away from base, or on a skidoo.

Boredom was held at bay with artistic pursuits such as a New Year’s Day “Icestock” and an ice-sculpted rendition of “Icehenge”.

“We had theme parties, bingo, dances, gym, volleyball, knitting groups, clubs, radio, cross-country skiing, hiking etc, etc, so we weren’t bored.”

Getting to Palmer Station on the Antarctic Peninsula involved an arduous trip, flying NZ to Punta Arenas, Chile, then four days’ travel by ship via Drake Passage.

“It’s the roughest body of water in the world. It takes about a day-and-half to get over. We had 40-foot seas…I spent most

of the time in my bunk.”

Upon reaching Palmer, the ship had to break through the ice to get to the 40-person station. Beforehand, everyone had to have undergone a month’s training in ocean and glacier search and rescue, trauma teamwork, survival skills and firefighting.

Zodiac boats were the method of travel among icebergs which sometimes tipped, or trapped them in at base camp.

A lot of marine biology happens in Antarctica. Slides showed kelp gulls, cormorants, giant petrels, gentoo, Adélie and chin-strap penguins, different types of seals, and species in an aquarium.

McMurdo has 24 hours of daylight from late October to late February. Experiencing sunsets that would go on for hours, incredible icebergs, whale sightings and even sighting the green flash once, Janet has seen nature at her wildest best.

Her final season was as guest services manager at Patriot Hills for Adventure Network International, catering for tourists wanting to ski the South Pole or climb Mt Vinson.

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Janet Huddleston stands next to a map of Antarctica, holding the dog tags worn when working there and a vial of the world’s cleanest air – from the South Pole. Photo: Ronnie Short.

Kids kick-start day at breakfast club

Tākaka Primary School has instigated breakfast mornings for all students, from 8.15-8.55am, three days a week.

The KickStart programme is the combined initiative of Sanitarium, Fonterra and the Ministry of Social Development.

Deputy principal Talia Lynch is the organiser of the Monday, Wednesday and Friday sessions, and is happy with the breakfasts’ popularity. An average of 20 children are currently participating in the programme.

The unity and strengthening of relationships with whānau is able to resume too, with parents helping out, renewing the school’s values of kotahitangi and whanaungatanga.

“So it’s about building those relationships, as well as the kids coming in to socialise,” said Talia. “It’s having somewhere for the kids to come – a nice quiet space. Some just come and have a Milo…it’s not just about breakfast club, it’s about connection.”

There are board games and Lego activities to play, music playing in the background, and children drift in and out as they wish. Talia Feaver is a Year 6 student who had eaten breakfast

at home, as had her sister Skyla Smith. They were enjoying a hot Milo while interacting with others.

“It’s fun: I love hanging out with the little kids, getting a Milo while I’m doing it. Sometimes we have movies,” said Talia.

“I like…the music!” added Skyla.

As school buses arrive, things become busier with more children queuing for Weetbix, toast with various spreads, and Milo. Others joined games played on the mat, or socialised alongside.

A generous grant from a TPS family paid for the tables, chairs and games, plus toasters, a blender and extra supplies. Talia says they have applied for funding from Fonterra so they can buy berries for smoothies in summer. FreshChoice is another donor – of bread and crumpets; Fonterra supplies the milk and has donated cereal bowls and spoons. Pics Peanut Butter supplied two large jars and has committed to continuing that supply each term.

Parents are also generous, sending Milo, spreads for toast, and coming along to help out. “The community spirit has been awesome,” said Talia.

Each child takes their dishes into the kitchen to wash in the sink before placing them in the dish rack. All dishes are later loaded into the dishwasher for sterilising purposes.

During The GB Weekly’s visit, principal Corinne Rowe and assistant principal Lynda Anderson were serving the children. Talia was also on board helping with food preparation, wiping tables and fielding queries from the tamariki.

Talia plans to invite the kindergarten children to join them next term, to strengthen the connection for those transitioning to school.

Your electricity discount is on its way

Network Tasman is pleased to announce that its consumers will receive a discount on their next power bill.

$6.5m of discounts to be paid to consumers

Network Tasman will pay consumers a total of $6.5m in discounts off their next power bill. Consumer ownership and a focus on cost efficiency have enabled Network Tasman to pay $245 million of discounts to consumers in the region since the discount scheme’s inception in 1994.

Network Tasman is forecast to pay a total of $13.7m in discounts back to consumers in 2022/23: $6.5m in the coming weeks and $7.2m is forecast to be paid to consumers in autumn 2023.

Eligibility

To be eligible for a Network Tasman discount a consumer must have an active metered connection to our network as at midnight on 19 September 2022. Our network covers the Nelson Tasman region, excluding central Nelson.

Your discount is based on the amount of electricity you consumed between 1 April 2022 and 31 August 2022. Most residential consumers will receive a discount of between $30 and $100.

From 1 October 2022 you will be able to find the exact value of your discount on our website. Visit: www.networktasman.co.nz/consumer-discounts

You will need your ICP number, which is typically at or near the top of page 2 of your bill, near your location address.

The ICP number has 15 characters and starts with several zeros, e.g. 0000055245NT1G2

Further information on discounts

More information about our discount is available on our website: www.networktasman.co.nz/consumerdiscounts

525 9843

Providing Transport, Construction and Earthmoving services since 1928

RONNIE SHORT

Tākaka Primary School students enjoy a KickStart breakfast before school, organised by deputy principal Talia Lynch, centre. Principal Corinne Rowe and assistant principal Lynda Anderson are working at the servery. Photo: Ronnie Short.

Kia ora koutou e te whānau

• 30 August: A 49-year-old local male was warned for possession of cannabis.

• 4 September: A 60-year-old Christchurch male was arrested for breach of protection order, he was remanded in custody to appear 3 October.

• 6 September: A 41-year-old Motueka male was arrested for disorder following his behaviour in the Ferntown area where he was behaving erratically and being threatening. He was assisted by support services and received a formal Police warning prior to being escorted back over the Hill.

• 8 September: A 32-year-old Motueka male was arrested after being found to be in possession of a firearm whilst not being a licence holder. He appears in court 3 October.

Two local males (19 and 21) were trespassed from a Tākaka property suspected to have been hunting without permission (it’s called poaching).

• 14 September: A 58-year-old Nelson male was arrested on warrant for breach of community work. He appeared in the Nelson District Court and was sentenced to seven days imprisonment.

• 15 September: Police were on hand to speak to a 73-year-old local male about careless driving following a crash at Tākaka Golf Course.

• 16 September: A 37-year-old “sovereign citizen” of Tākaka got himself arrested and charged with refusing to accompany, resisting arrest and failing to remain stopped following a traffic stop in Junction Street. He has been summonsed to appear in the Nelson District Court 14 October.

• 16 September: A 17-year-old local male on a learner licence has been referred to youth aid after being found driving too fast and intoxicated with a passenger. The vehicle had bald tyres. This really could’ve ended in tragedy. Parents, please ensure your kids are keeping to their driving restrictions and that their cars are safe. Knocking on your door is harder than attending the actual fatal crash.

• 16 September: And on a lighter note....two local males were warned for fighting over the electric car charging station near the Information Centre. If only they could harness that energy and put it in their cars!

• 17 September: A 45-year-old female was charged with driving whilst revoked after being found intoxicated in the wrong motel unit. Her car was impounded for 28 days.

• 21 September: Two local males were spoken to in relation to tensions rising from a civil dispute they are having.

• 24 September: A 67-year-old local female was charged with driving with excess breath alcohol. She has been summonsed to court 27 October.

• 26 September: Two young male drivers were spoken to by police after doing donuts in the dust at Rototai Reserve. They narrowly avoided having their two cars impounded and are sharing a $600 infringement notice for driving in a manner to cause annoyance/damage.

The moral of this week has to be...don’t do dumb stuff!

Stay safe – be nice to each other.

Show fills hall with scented colour

Locally-owned

JO RICHARDS

Irrefutable evidence that spring has definitely sprung was on display at Pakawau Hall last Saturday afternoon.

Laid out on long trestle tables, the flowers, fruits and veggies of the Aorere Spring Flower Show filled the community hall with scented colour.

The stars of the show ranged from daffodils and hyacinths to pansies and primroses, and boasted some particularly good specimens, including Sue Hitchcock’s narcissus and Carl Christensen’s camellia – both awarded first prize in their respective classes. Not bad for what organiser Lois Benjamin described as an “average season” for growers.

But there’s much more to this 113-year-old traditional celebration than fruits and flowers; other categories include pot plants, handiwork, and photography. And this year’s event saw the launch of a new “Art” section, to which numerous locals submitted their paintings of people, plants and pastoral scenes.

As well as a place to peruse the season’s bounty, the show

also offers the opportunity to pick up home-baked goods and second-hand books, and there were plenty of both on offer.

After totting up the proceeds from gold coin admission fees, plus income from sales and $5 afternoon teas, Lois said a “generous donation” would be made to the Golden Bay Animal Welfare Society.

Admiring the blooms at the Aorere Spring Flower Show. Photos: Jo Richards.

RESULTS / Hua tākaro

BRIDGE

21 September. Championship Pairs Session 6: S Van Wijngaarden/J Edmondson 70.63%; T Packard/P Nelson 57.50%; D & L Jerram 56.88%. H/cap: S Van Wijngaarden/J Edmondson 66.38%; P O’Connor/R Berry 64.38%; T Packard/P Nelson 55.50%.

23 September. Spring Fling Session 2: A Foreman 62.50%; J Massey 56.82%. H/ cap: A Scotland 64.55%; D Perreau 63.68%; A Foreman 63.50%.

GOLF

20 September. Second Woods, Stableford: B Miller 38. Closest to pin: 3/12 C Gilbert.

21 September. Stableford: A Bradnock 37, C Hadler 37, D Win 36. Closest to pin: 3/12 and

AGM NOTICES

TĀKAKA Playcentre’s AGM to be held on Tuesday 11 October at 10am at Tākaka Playcentre at our base in Lake Cresent. TE Wharerangi Trust who administers the Golden Bay Sustainable Living Centre (Community Gardens) AGM, Sunday 16 October noon-2pm. Lunch provided. Public welcome to come learn about what the trust and centre have been up to and become involved.

CLASSIFIEDS

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

A big thank you to all who helped at the Aorere Flower Show on Saturday. The judges, kitchen workers and the great people who helped clean up after, also the ladies that worked all day. I was pleased to see the new art section was a great hit with our art people. Thank you all for turning out to make a great day. Golden Bay Animal Welfare Society will be getting a donation for their good work. We will see you next year. Lois Benjamin. GB Animal Welfare Society Inc (ex-SPCA). Ph Carol Wells 525 9494, 8am-5pm weekdays.

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

Collingwood Community Colour Run

Annual General Meeting

Thursday 6 October at 7pm

The board advises all group members of the Golden Bay Shared Recreation Facility Inc. 11th Annual General Meeting in Clubrooms on the Park. We invite our elected ward councillors and incoming community board members, and the public. All are welcome.

1000 acres of private West Coast to explore 7 unique beaches along 3km of coastline info@tehapu.co.nz 03 524 8711 www.tehapu.co.nz

Where: Collingwood Area School Field

When: Sunday 2nd October 2022

Registrations open at 10am at the tent on the field. Participants need to register before 10.45am. Run begins at 11am. Cash only on the day

Cost: $30 family 5, $10 adult, $5 child

-5km run, walk or crawl if you wish, down the road to the beach, along the beach and back to the bush track to finish with a lap around the school field.

-Loads and loads of great spot prizes to be won, so everyone has a chance to win. Over $2500 worth of prizes!!!

-Spit roast lamb sammies and refreshments for sale, coffee cart lady

-All powder non-toxic and wash off people/clothes/earth with water

-4 way tug of war after the race.

-An awesome Sunday funday for all of the family

-Register online by emailing kim@collingwood.school.nz with your name

Make your vote count in Tasman! Simply put a tick beside your preferred candidate and pop your voting papers into any NZ Post box or the big orange bins at our libraries and service centres.

If you live in a rural area make sure to get your voting papers in the post early so we receive them no later than noon on Saturday 8 October.

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

A TICK IS ALL YOU NEED TO VOTE IN TASMAN.

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.

ARBORIST, qualified, ph Jack Stevens 021 211 5580.

CARS wanted. Will pick up for free (some conditions apply). Motueka Auto Parts. Ph 03 528 9576.

CHIMNEY cleaning, handyman, Dennis Sage ph 027 873 0726.

CHIMNEY SWEEP Query or booking, ph Steve 021 0810 1146.

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

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

ELEMENTAL Design and Build: New builds, renos, refits, alterations. Environmentally-conscious builders specialising

in natural builds. www.elementalbuild.nz, ph 022 087 6396, hello@elementalbuild.nz

FLORIST, local florist for flowers for all occasions, call now and place your order 027 758 1138 or online www. goldenbayflowers.co.nz. Teresa Brough Designer Florist.

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

GARDENING service. Overwhelmed with spring growth? Hand tools only. Ph Nina 022 455 0957.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

PENINSULA Plasterers for all your interior plastering needs. No job too small. Quality assured. 20+ years’ experience. For a free quote ph Craig 027 472 4376.

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.

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.

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.

lot? Agent on site m Saturday 24th September

Ray White Golden Bay

Property Management

Y O U R L O C A L P R O P E R T Y E X P E R T S

T E S T I M O N I A L S

"Billy is both very experienced and professional, and we would use her again if we were selling in Golden Bay, and we will recommend her to our friends " P Taylor. September 2022

"I experienced Sam as very friendly, easy going, extremely helpful and knowledgeable I can highly recommend him and will definitely use his service again Through my dealings with Sam, I have changed my view of Real Estate Agents

V Mueller September 2022

HEALTH

/ Hauora

MATURE single male looking for permanent accommodation. Have references. Ph 020 4120 0710.

HOME or land urgently required for an immaculate, reliable, quiet/private tenant, Golden Bay resident with references.

AVAILABLE now at Cottage Plants Ōnekakā: salvias, echinacea, blue smoke statice, dianthus, and more. Open 10am-4.30pm, Wednesday-Sunday. Ph 525 9253.

BUILDING or renovating? AES Wastewater Treatment system: No power, 20-year warranty, supplying NZ from Golden Bay. www.et.nz, ph 525 9020.

COMPUTERS, tablets, and smartphones. New and used. On display at Zentec in Takaka. Contact 03 525 8371 or support@ zentec.co.nz for more info.

FIREWOOD. Delivering now for next year. Ph Bay Firewood 027 769 6348.

Wanting a cosy, small, quiet, self-contained dwelling/flat. Or land rent with access to water and occasional power for a modern, self-contained caravan. Sunny, quiet location ideal. No WiFi or major power lines for health reasons. Ph, or plain text messages only, 021 258 9900.

ASPARAGUS, $10/500gm. Fresh locally grown. Ph 027 474 1696.

DOORS, three, internal, cedar panelled in rimu frames, 810w. $100 each. GIB plasterboard offcuts, free. Ph 021 0274 0048.

RARE antique safe with original key. Made around 1910 in London. JC & W Lord Birmingham. $900. Four new tyres on rims for Toyota Hilux. Maxxis 980 Bravo A/T. LT 265/65 R17. 8 PR. $1200 ono. Please contact Michael ph 027 451 4526.

TO GIVE AWAY / Koha

GIB plasterboard offcuts. Ph 021 0274 0048.

CHURCH SERVICES ON SUNDAYS

GOLDEN Bay Anglican Church warmly invites you to join them on Sunday, 10am at Tākaka or 4.45pm at Collingwood (starting with a cuppa). Fellowship gatherings (fellowship, songs, prayer and bible study) held fortnightly - 9 and 23 October; traditional services (with a speaker) held on alternate fortnights – 2, 16 and 30 October.

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

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

Kahurangi Christian Church

October, 10:30am

ANNUAL SALE!

Ph 525 9868 or 027 306 9508 earthgemstakaka@gmail.com

SITUATIONS VACANT / Tūranga wātea

CAREGIVER wanted, two mornings a week, 3km from town. Experience not necessary. Ph 525 8890.

Dump Truck Operators

Visit us at www.sollys.co.nz

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Discounted clothing, $20, $35, $40 Racks $5 + $10 table, pink sticker SCORES randomly throughout the shop...

EATING OUT

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

We are looking for a part/full-time receptionist to help in the office at our busy mechanical workshop.

The duties include but are not limited to:

- data entry (invoices)

- filing - booking appointments for customers - customer enquiries over the phone and face-to-face

The right candidate will have:

- customer service experience - ability to work within a busy team - great organisational skills

We currently run Xero and Mechanics Desk integrated together, previous experience of either a plus but training will be given to the right candidate.

If this sounds like you, please apply in writing and send CV to admin@orangemechanical.co.nz

Mental Health Support Worker

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

COURTHOUSE CAFÉ , Collingwood. Open Monday and Tuesday, 8am-12pm; Wednesday-Sunday, 8am-3pm. Saturday nights are curry nights, 5.30pm. Ph 524 8194.

DANGEROUS KITCHEN. Winter hours: Wednesday-Saturday, 9am-8pm. For bookings and takeaways ph 525 8686.

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

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

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FOR SALE / Hei hokohoko

WANTED / Rawa hiahia

UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere

FRIDAY 30 SEPTEMBER

DHARMA TALK WITH TIBETAN MONK Geshe Jampa Tharchin. “The Four Noble Truths”, 3pm to 4.30pm at the Sandcastle, Haile Lane, Pōhara. By donation. All warmly welcome. www.chandrakirti.co.nz

SATURDAY 1 OCTOBER

TĀKAKA Anglican Church stall in hall, 10am-12pm. All welcome.

“CAFE AND GAMES” (POP UP EVENT) , 1-4pm at club rooms behind stone church. Football table fundraiser, koha appreciated. See Facebook Tākaka Noticeboard for details.

DHARMA TALK WITH TIBETAN MONK Geshe Jampa Tharchin. “The Four Noble Truths”, 10am to 11.30am at the Sandcastle, Haile Lane, Pōhara. By donation. All warmly

UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere welcome. www.chandrakirti.co.nz

TUESDAY 4 OCTOBER

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

WEDNESDAY 5 OCTOBER

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

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

THURSDAY 6 OCTOBER

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

The Mussel Inn Coming Up...

Thu 6th SILENT MOVIES - with LIVE SOUND!! 8pm, $20 tickets at undertheradar or on the door.

Sat 8th BUTTERFACE + RAMSHACKLE. $5. Two great local bands.

Sun 9th ACID ON THE MICROPHONE SPECIAL - SLAM POETRY round one. 2pm, $5, all welcome.

Thu 13th QUIZ - 7.30pm. All welcome.

Sat 15th ADAM HATTAWAY AND THE HAUNTERS. $10

Thu 20th ACID ON THE MICROPHONE - Guest poet NZ Poetry slam champion DAN GOODWIN. 7.30pm, $5 koha, all welcome.

Sat 22nd CRASH BANDIHOOT. $10

Wed 26th ERIC BOGLE with PETE TICHENER and EMMA LUKER. 8pm, $25 tickets @ eventfinda

Thu 27th QUIZ - 7.30pm. All welcome.

Sat 29th GRETA O’LEARY & LALDY. $10 for more details see www.musselinn.co.nz

GOLDEN

Friday: Southeasterlies, freshening in exposed areas. A few showers at first, then becoming fine

Saturday: Easterlies, fresh about Farewell and other exposed areas. Fine although some cloud developing later

Sunday: Easterlies, fresh in exposed areas. Cloud thickening and outbreaks of rain developing

Monday: Easterlies tending southeast. Scattered rain breaking to a few showers and fine intervals

Tuesday: Southerlies developing. Cloud increasing with a few showers likely during the afternoon

Sollys Contractors are proud sponsors of this weather forecast.

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.

U3A welcomes Professor Richard Bullen (University of Canterbury), who will present “Mt Fuji and the Long White Cloud: artworks by Japanese POWs held at WWII Featherstone Camp” Senior Citizens’ Hall, Friday 14 October, 10.30am. All welcome - non-members a gold coin, please. Masks optional. Supported with funding from TDC Community Grant

THE GARDEN G ATE….

Cherie

70 CENTRAL TĀKAKA RD, CENTRAL TĀKAKA Offers Over $1,830,000+GST (if any)

Just 3km from Takaka Township, this Ian Jack designed home is set back from the road, on a 10ha lifestyle block. The home has 3 bddrms, 2 bthrms & is toasty warm with a log fire, radiators, & a heat pump. Sunny outdoor entertaining areas look out over the garden & paddocks. Also, a very tidy 1 bdrm cottage which is currently rented out. A large 6 bay, workshop with a concrete floor, 2 hay barns, an old cowshed with a walk in chiller, good cattle yards, 13 paddocks & an excellent water supply. Don’t delay, call. Ref: GB3911 James Mackay 027 359 0892 james@goldenbayproperty.com