The GB Weekly - 18 August 2023

MenzShed's mighty mission

Every seat in the room was taken at Tuesday’s meeting of Golden Bay Community Board (GBCB) which took place at Tasman District Council’s Tākaka Service Centre.

Public forum

Public forum opened with a request from Steve McMaster, on behalf of Pōhara tennis court users, for renovation and upgrade of the facilities. His main concern was about the state of the pavilion which, he explained, had been seriously vandalised and misused, but there were also issues with loose fencing and the playing surface. He said the pavilion’s current condition was “not a good look” and it was in need of repair. “It’s a community asset; we want to know what the council can do.”

Steve’s request was addressed in a later agenda item concerned with a TDC staff report recommending that council make arrangements to “repair the tennis pavilion building at the Pōhara Recreation Reserve including, removal of internal walls and install a security camera at an estimated cost of $10,000”. Zooming in to the meeting, TDC’s Lynne Hall took questions from the board and explained that the mural would also be restored as part of the repair work. The board agreed to support the report’s recommendations.

A job well done: The last of the consignment of 80 predator traps about to be despatched to Project

From left, vice-chairman Des Molloy, chairman Dave Myall, secretary Nick

Mohua MenzShed is on a mighty mission.

When they formed almost three years ago, they began making predator traps for the Rameka Project from a rented shed at Rangihaeata. When that became financially untenable, they continued operating from members’ private sheds. Now they are entirely focused on building their own dedicated shed on a permanent site.

The A&P Rec Park Committee have indicated supporting a 33-year leasehold on Recreation Park Centre land, pending Resource Consent from Tasman District Council (TDC). Early concept plans have already been drawn up and infrastructure advice given contingent upon satisfying TDC on various consents and attracting the necessary funding. Once the building consent is granted, the group will

then uplift the lease.

Meantime, they are actively seeking new members, particularly amongst retirees, plus affiliate members keen to join in the future. An influx of numbers would not only boost the chances of successful funding applications but would also support the small Mohua MenzShed working committee currently finding it “tough” managing new projects.

MenzShed is a worldwide organisation that began as a men’s only initiative, recognising that men have different needs and are less social than women. While not gender exclusive, it focuses on men’s wellbeing and mental health. There are around 120 sheds in New Zealand advocating a particular ethos supported within a well-constructed national body. Within their “toolbox” members can access valuable resources and information,

but they say their most important tool is the coffeepot. Sharing time and stories and forming friendships is the key, further enhanced by sharing skills, knowledge and resources on community projects that also fosters their own personal learning.

The work Mohua MenzShed undertakes is a mix of their own projects and those for civic and charity groups. They have already been involved in projects for TDC, Mohua Penguin Trust, Forest and Bird, Project De-Vine Environmental Trust, Project Rameka, and the Workcentre, and they have re-painted the Village Theatre floor. Donations are accepted for some voluntary jobs; others are charged nominally for material costs.

They don’t undertake private jobs due to the ramifications of issues like insurance, and...

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Arnav Toade asked the board for a letter of support to accompany an upcoming funding application to Creative NZ for his Yatra festival. An earlier application to Creative NZ had been rejected which he said had led to “financial stress” but there was an opportunity to reapply in September. Pointing out that the multi-day festival was family-friendly and “a space of creativity” he urged the board to back the event.

The board discussed the matter as a late item towards the end of the meeting and concluded that more information was required – including details of the application and the direct community benefits – before making a decision to support it.

The final contribution was from Bill Wallis who reprised the topic of recreational boating launching facilities at Port Tarakohe – specifically the absence of a suitable landing dock and ramp. “The general public just want to launch their boats safely and have been ignored for a long time,” said Bill. “We need a safe launching facility… I’d like council to consider funding a launching facility.”

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De-Vine by the Mohua MenzShed working group.

Farr and project co-ordinator Gordon Stevenson.

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...won’t compete with other commercial and private tradespeople, or Helping Hands, who have those areas covered. Their strength is that members – with their varied qualifications and skills – can collaborate and support other community groups and not charge the earth. They are in turn supported by donations from other organisations with a similar ethos, such as Rural Service Centre, Trash Palace, ITM, the Quilters Group, Pupu Hydro, and the Presbyterian Ladies Group.

The core group have recently completed 80 handmade and high-tech predator traps for Project De-Vine, whose general manager Sophie Davies says will be installed in and around The Grove Scenic Reserve. These efficient traps are part of the three-year-long Jobs for Nature project, working with the Department of Conservation (DOC) to collect valuable data.

Mohua MenzShed secretary Nick Farr said that the huge consignment, with others helping, was an impressive production line effort.

“We just motored through the work; it was starting to really hit the right stride. It just went superbly.”

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Daffodil Day dawning next Friday

JO RICHARDS

Daffodils are blooming and that means it’s time for the Cancer Society’s annual fundraiser.

Daffodil Day falls next Friday 25 August and, after years of covid-related disruption, it’s back to business as usual with three stalls set to pop up around Golden Bay.

In Tākaka, the stall at FreshChoice will be open 9am-6pm while, on the street at Take Note, the hours are a bit shorter, running 9am3pm. In Collingwood the stall outside the Memorial Hall will be manned from 9am until early afternoon.

Coordinator for Golden Bay’s Daffodil Day fundraising efforts Sharon McConnon says the stalls will offer items for sale as well as the chance to win prizes. “We will have the usual merchandise on offer plus some raffles available, and heaps of fresh daffodils.”

As well as making purchases, Sharon says cash contributions are very welcome – either at the stall

or via bank transfer using the QR code (see above) for quick and easy access to the Cancer Society’s donation site.

The titular narcissi are a key part of the day and Sharon is keen to ensure there are plenty of blooms to go round. “If there is anyone who would like to donate them to the cause, they

can be dropped off our office [First National, 50 Commercial St, Tākaka] on Thursday afternoon, or just take them along to the stalls on Friday morning.”

For more information, or to offer help with a stall, call into First National or phone/txt Sharon on 027 525 8255.

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Three stalls will pop up around Golden Bay next Friday for Daffodil Day. File photo.

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Presentations

TDC climate change strategy: TDC’s senior climate change policy advisor Barbara Lewando provided a brief overview of the council’s community climate change and resilience work. Explaining that the work followed Government guidance on issues such as the Carbon Act and managed retreat, Barbara said developing TDC’s response strategy incorporated national, local and international considerations.

There were two main aspects of the strategy – mitigation and adaptation; the former focussed on programmes including tree planting, waste minimisation, e-buses, energy efficiency, and the Streets for People initiative.

Regarding adaptation measures, Barbara said “We all have a part to play, so we want to collaborate with the community… and incorporate local knowledge”. The intended output is a geospatial analysis of risks, response options, and costs.

Barbara said “local solutions” were the best way forward and consequently there would be extensive community engagement on the strategy. “We will come to Golden Bay soon to start conversations.”

While working within Government guidelines, Barbara said Tasman District, and Golden Bay in particular, had an opportunity to be in the vanguard of the response to climate change. “We have the power to lead.”

In the meantime, she noted that the strategy, along with other useful information, is available via the “Shape Tasman” portal on the TDC website.

Mohua 2042: Sticking with the theme of a sustainable future, Debbie Pearson and Reggie Leudtke from the Mohua 2042 Trust gave the board an update on Mohua 2042 strategy plan.

Debbie explained how the Mohua 2042 vision of “a thriving community and a healthy environment” had translated to a strategy which was to be implemented through a number of specific projects and initiatives, including “systems that give community a voice”.

Reggie described two of the key initiatives – “Well-Being Protocol” and “Purpose-Owned Companies”.

The protocol, he explained, operates through a smartphone app on which the community can submit ideas for small projects, eg tree planting. The ideas are then voted on by the community, again through the app, before individual awards, likely to be between $50-1000, are granted. Reggie said the advantage of this system was it “moves decisions closer to where the problem is… and does it at lower cost”.

Purpose-Owned Companies (POC) occupy a position between for- and not-for-profit organisations. Reggie explained that POCs “have trustees above the board level that hold it accountable” and help finance community projects. “They could give funds through the Well-Being Protocol.” He explained that any type of enterprise can adopt the POC model, and gave the example of a Golden Bay business which is planning to give 10 per cent of its profits to community projects.

Youth mental health and wellbeing: Two members of Golden Bay Youth Council (GBYC) took a short break from their school day to inform the board about GBYC’s activities and projects to support youth mental health and wellbeing. Two focus groups had shown that while mental health support is available at the “extreme level”, it is lacking at “lower levels”. GBYC is planning to bring an expert speaker to the Bay as part of their commitment to increasing awareness and support for local youth.

Board Report

(Formerly known as Chair’s Report)

Items from Public Forum: All items raised at last month’s Community Board meeting have been forwarded to TDC staff for their information.

Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) awards: The board offered its congratulations to mayor Tim King who was recently

recognised as the winner of the “SuperLeader” award “for his consistent commitment to the wellbeing of his community and his forward-thinking approach to leadership” at the LGNZ conference.

CCTV cameras: Board chair Abbie Langford said that Police have requested the board’s assistance in funding the installation of additional cameras plus the upgrading of two existing units. The cameras could be funded through GBCB Special Projects funding. Suggested locations for placement are Pōhara tennis courts, Motupipi Street carpark, GBHS corner, Tasman Street in Collingwood, and one situated at the Bainham/Pakawau turn off. Abbie said that Sergeant Jonathan Davies is happy to come to a board meeting and answer any questions that the board may have on the topic – something the board was keen to progress. Abbie agreed to invite Sergeant Davies to the next GBCB meeting.

Hall Hire Guidance: TDC's Audit and Risk committee have been considering the hire and usage of council assets to ensure that when they are hired, the event is one that is not associated with hate speech or exclusion, and meets the guidelines of responsible hire and use. A letter will be sent to council facilities regarding this. The board considered whether other councilowned facilities should be subject to the same guidelines with Councillor Celia Butler stating "We're only talking about hiring".

Proposed pensioner housing at Reilly Street: The board noted that Golden Bay Mohua Affordable Housing (GBMAH) Trust had been advised the resource consent for its proposed pensioner flat development at Reilly Street was likely to be declined, due to flood risk, and the application has now been formally withdrawn.

Seats for people: The two netted “seats” installed at the junction of Meihana Street and Commercial Street as part of the Streets for People reconfiguration are looking for a new home. The board agreed to ask the community where these “seats for people” should be relocated.

Te Waikoropupū Water Conservation Order process: This topic has been widely reported on recently (see reports in The GB Weekly (4/8 and 11/8). Board member Grant Knowles wondered about the implications of a change of Government on the implementation of the WCO. TDC group manager environmental assurance Kim Drummond advised that, irrespective of the election outcome, it was likely to be a lengthy and complicated process, that included opportunities for parties to appeal.

Correspondence: Among the correspondence was a request from the Golden Bay Toy Library for a letter of support for its funding application to the Rāta Foundation. This was unanimously agreed by the board.

Other correspondence which mentioned the loss of trees on the shoreline at Ligar Bay prompted the board to state there needed to be “more dialogue on trees on reserves”.

Action Sheet: There was a brief discussion about the board providing a letter of support for a group seeking to re-instate a kindergarten servicing Collingwood. Abbie agree to follow up.

There was a more substantive discussion about the state of the Pōhara to Tākaka cycleway. Councillor Chris Hill noted that car parking on the path continued to be a problem as well as pooling of water and the coarse gravel surface. Chris undertook to meet on site with TDC transportation engineer Robert Deck to discuss solutions.

Request for approval of a new street name – Raniera Way

A TDC staff report recommending the new street name Raniera Way, off Matenga Road, Ligar Bay was accepted by the board.

Financial Summary

After acknowledging the end-of-year financial report, the board discussed Aranav Toade’s request (see Public forum) as a late item, before the meeting concluded.

The next meeting of the GBCB is at the Collingwood Fire Station on Monday 12 September at 1pm.

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Reggie Leudtke and Debbie Pearson, Mohua 2042.

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Vandalism at Pōhara's tennis pavilion. Photo: Supplied.

Dallas Beckett

Governance and democracy

The cause of anti-racism is hindered, not helped, by abusing or redefining the word racism, crying wolf or weaponising it for political ends to intimidate or attack the person instead of the argument. A clear, accurate and unchanging definition of the word is needed in order to decide who is racist and who is not. A dictionary definition (Oxford Languages) is summarised as follows: the enactment or encouragement of prejudice, discrimination or antagonism towards certain races (and associated cultures), or the belief (or promotion of it) that some are superior to others.

The issue of co-governance is not black (or brown) and white but nuanced; the key question is co-governance of what. If it’s co-governance of public resources or policy, then it is not only undemocratic but also racist by definition, since it specifically discriminates against non-Māori. However, if it’s co-governance to remedy Te Tiriti breaches and return control to Māori of their land, treasures and sacred places, then perhaps it does not go far enough.

The Environment Court recently released its recommendation to the Minister regarding the water conservation order for Te Waikoropupū and its associated aquifers. It specifies that manawhenua iwi be given partnership opportunity with TDC on water-quality policy and enforcement affecting the springs, which seems to me appropriate and necessary. However, the correct solution to the failings of TDC and our governance system in general is democratic reform and the purging of racism and corruption from its ranks, not yet more divisive racism, however well intentioned.

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areas of concrete sticking out opposite which make matters worse. As a result, the road becomes almost one-way, and all for a pedestrian crossing for all the walkers who are going to be using it in the future?

Somebody had to be first to prove what a risky set-up this has created and I think it was me! Be warned: driving from Rural Service Centre between 4 and 5pm the sun is directly in your eyes and it is very easy to forget one has to veer right to avoid these patches of concrete edging. Result for me was a badly damaged front left wheel which promptly lost pressure resulting in a need for change of tyre. If it wasn't for a wonderful caring, kind young man called Brendan I would have been in considerable difficulties. He was wonderful, sorted all the problems and sent me safely on my way.

I intend to challenge TDC for my costs as the sticking-out concrete edging has no warning indicators, such as fluorescent paint or an upright indicator. So folks, be careful driving along Meihana Street, it's a challenge right now.

Anne Gentleman

Facing mortality

Amidst our weekly pages of the diverse goings-on important to the living, was nestled an oasis of care (GBW 11/8). Thank you, Joyce Wyllie, for your writing about empathy and grief.

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Steve Penny

As we face this election year we follow all the political parties seeking our vote and willing to spend billions of tax-payers money on such diverse projects, from harbour crossings to free dental care for all citizens.

However, residents and ratepayers in the Tasman district have to convince our council to cut back on all spending to reduce rates back to the annual average increase of three per cent. The proposed new rate of eight per cent rise in rates is unacceptable.

Last month I put out a challenge for readers of this column to think outside the box and suggest ways of reducing rates.

I will start with my suggestion that we challenge council vehicle expenses. If we restrict their travelling speeds to 80kmph we will save 15 per cent on running costs. (This finding from statistics done by the AA.) Annual fuel costs obtained from TDC for 2022 were $157,606. Estimated costs for this year, 2023, are $182,259. Changing the format of Newsline saved $1,000 per fortnight which is an annual saving of $26,000.

A speed limit of 80kmph on all council vehicles will save 15 per cent on fuel ($27,338) and also has the bonus of less exhaust air pollution and vehicle maintenance costs.

I was told by a local resident last week he counted 14 TDC vehicles, each with a single occupant, driving over the Tākaka Hill. There must be a better way of staff/vehicle use.

Reg Turner

Danger in redesigned Meihana Street

The rearrangement of parking spaces, having made Meihana Street narrower, has now been compounded by two

Researching our cultural relationship with death, I've learned the main reason so many feel awkward when someone close is experiencing a loss is that we have been discouraged from considering our own mortality. For many, it's an inconvenient truth relegated to the distant future, marked by pat euphemisms and hushed tones. Living in a culture that celebrates youth, and material success, it's not surprising that ageing and death are exiled from the mainstream as they aren't sexy enough to sell stuff.

Generations ago, elders died at home with children, neighbours and chickens attending. Our lives were touched by death and impermanence and were richer for it, I believe. When my aged father passed I found the nurse's apologies disturbing as the threshold with my be'loved Dad was expected, memorable and potent.

He was a part of the natural world and so he died as will I. Everyone dies, but not everyone "lives". Awareness of my mortality has brought more aliveness into my life. Attending monthly Death Café has made me less scared of dying and more comfortable with grief so that I can hopefully be, as Joyce wrote, the valued friend who can sit alongside in the unknown. Thank you again, Joyce, for service to the community. The next Death Café is at the Wholemeal this Sunday, all are welcome.

Aralyn Doiron

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Cohousing Connect Hub to benefit wider community

ALISTAIR HUGHES

Over the last few years, Golden Bay has been showing the rest of the country how an ambitious cohousing project can evolve from concept to reality.

The Meihana Street site now contains 10 finished and occupied residences, with many others in various stages of construction. Extensive planting surrounds the site, and the shared common house is beginning to take shape, with its natural timber frame to eventually support hempcrete walls. But what Tākaka Cohousing Neighbourhood member Sarrah Jayne is most excited about now is a new development that will eventually benefit the wider community.

The Tākaka Connect Hub will be sited on the corner of

While more homes take shape on the right, completed homes are occupied in the background. Photo: Alistair Hughes.

These apartments are envisaged to be rented out for residency programmes, or sometimes shorter-term arrivals like doctors and other new appointees who usually struggle to find accommodation. “Or someone who wants to share their skills with the community,” adds Sarrah, “and hold workshops on permaculture, or cooking, as a conscious exchange for the opportunity to live here.”

Sarrah explains that someone would be employed to manage the downstairs coworking space, and also the comings and goings of the upstairs apartments. The hub would take the form of the familiar body corporate unit title model, but with quite a different appearance to provide different services to the community. “It’s the first time that we’ve branched out into anything of a commercial nature, and we hope it will be a real asset to the community. Something everyone can get

behind and enjoy.”

Tākaka Cohousing project coordinator Simone Woodland had been leading the design of the Connect Hub but will now be stepping back for seven months maternity leave. Vital elements of her role will be taken over by Wellington-based lawyer and property developer, Bronwen Newton. Bronwen brings a wealth of experience with her, having steered various cohousing initiatives in other parts of the country.

“I’ve been trying to make things better for cohousing projects, because it is currently way harder than it has to be. But the more projects we can get up and running, like this one, the more people will understand the benefits.” Bronwen notes that although Tākaka isn't a huge place, our cohousing neighbourhood is a big development, and believes it is really going to change things in a wider sense.

The Tākaka Cohousing team has always placed great emphasis on creating goodwill with the larger community, and they believe this is paying off. The recent open day attracted around 50 visitors, who provided very positive feedback. Less well-received has been necessary changes to the Meihana Street traffic flow, which Sarrah stresses was imposed upon them by the council. But she and Bronwen also point out that it is now very much a residential area, and with the proximity of the school, the cohousing neighbourhood wants the whole community to be safe.

The team look forward to speaking more about the Tākaka Connect Hub and answering the community's questions next Wednesday evening from 5-7pm at the Mohua Social Services Hall.

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Aorere Ayrshires' long pedigree

JOYCE WYLLIE

The annual Ayrshire New Zealand conference was held in Nelson this year, with a day trip to Golden Bay. Fans of these red and white cows visited Riverlea Farm, the only Ayrshire herd in the Top of the South, now proudly operated by the fourth and fifth generations of Rileys.

John Riley originally settled in Ferntown before his son, Raby, bought a big block of land across the river at Rockville. During the 1880s, the bush was cleared, and a farm developed, grazing trading-stock and selling meat to goldminers.

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The farm was split in the next generation, and son Ralph started milking cows, supplying cream to Rockville Dairy Factory. Riverlea Ayrshires was established in 1944 by Ralph and his wife Floss, with their first pedigree cow – a rising three-year-old called “Ingledale Gloria”. This well-travelled bovine arrived in Collingwood all the way from Southland. Ralph led her off the boat at the port, proudly taking her around the pub before walking back home to the farm up the Aorere Valley.

More cows were purchased over the years from various established studs. Pedigree ladies with names like “Mahoe Pixie”, “Ballantine Coralleen”, “Lakeside Cherry”, and “Ingleside Joyous Lady” joined the herd. Eleven cows bought by 1963 formed the

foundation of both the Riverlea and Riverina Ayrshire herds. Bulls were also sourced from various studs, and over the years the cows were mated with sires by names of “Ivanhoe Jimmy Cole”, “Lakeside Stylish Lad”, “Cloverdoon Commander”, and “Burnside Bonny Prince”.

Brothers Ivan and Neil Riley farmed together after taking over from their parents, until Neil and his wife Jean bought their own farm in the early 1970s. The original Riverlea herd was split, and Neil established his own Riverina stud. To make up numbers, both brothers bought Jerseys and Friesian cows, which were bred back to Ayrshire over time.

Cows were prepared, trained to lead, and exhibited at A&P Shows in Nelson and Golden Bay, but that no longer happens.

From the 1960s onwards, Riverlea used Artificial Breeding (AB) sires. This enabled genetics to be introduced from the United Kingdom as well as around NZ. Since Ayrshire NZ established Semayr Breeding Services, Riverlea has used semen from “top Ayrshire proven bulls”, with some cows mated to Finnish sires. More cows and heifers have

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been introduced over the years to continue to improve bloodlines in the herd.

Ralph’s son Ivan and his wife May farmed Riverlea, with Ivan serving nine years as director of Ayrshire NZ, and their son Stewart joined them in partnership. Herd numbers increased and farm size expanded, with more land being bought from neighbours both on the Rockville dairy farm and the Rakopi run-off block.

Stewart and his wife Marice bought the farm in 1998 and they still enjoy working on Riverlea, with their son Ashley and wife Kayla now contract milking for them. The river flats at Rockville carry a herd of 420 cows, down from a peak of 460. The hills of the Rakopi runoff graze mobs of red and white beef cattle as well as young dairy stock. Ayrshires are an ideal dual-purpose breed for their operation, with cows producing good milk and steers growing into beef animals.

The conference-goers enjoyed a BBQ lunch, a farm tour, and inspection of this longestablished Ayrshire herd. A successful family operation for over 80 years, Rileys and Riverlea are well set up to thrive in the future.

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This year's Ayrshire New Zealand conference attendees were treated to a visit to Riverlea Farm. Photo: Supplied.

When the poem becomes the song

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When the poem becomes the song we sit enthralled as word and melody dance together. And our guest at this month's Acid on the Microphone singer/songwriter Nick Feint takes us into the heart of the song and the mystery of the word.

“I have an ongoing debate with myself about whether I am a poet or a lyricist,” explains Nick. “But I love playing at the Mussel Inn so I encourage people to come along and be the judge for themselves – poet or lyricist. Either way I love the crafting of words and spend many hours getting the musical arrangements just right.”

Nick will be playing some new material at his guest spot at Acid on the Microphone and will be joined by local musicians John Black on lead guitar and Malaika Hollis on backing vocals.

“Part of the reason we run our open microphone events is to give some space to local artists, poets, singer/songwriters, and to encourage them in their work. The mix of music and poetry is going great guns so I would encourage folks to come on down and enjoy the show,” says Golden Bay Live Poets spokesman Mark Raffills.

Nick released an album Next Exit From Babylon late last year and a single Coming Up Roses just last month. See Spotify.

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Open mic participants should get in early to book a spot behind the microphone. Open mic will start around 7.30pm. Live Poets, Thursday 24 August, 7.30pm, Mussel Inn. $5.

RESULTS AND FIXTURES

GOLF

5 August. Tui Cup: J Thomason bt J Garner 3/1. Stableford: R Young 40, G Rowe 39, W Collie 38. Closest to pin: 3/12 and 4/13 W Collie, 8/17 R Dyce, 9/18 N Gardner. Happy wanderer: N Gardiner. Best gross: W Collie.

8 August. 3rd Daisy (Par): R Reynish -2.

9 August. Stableford: D Win 39, W Collie 35, C Reynish 35. Closest to pin: 3/12 S Win, 4/13 and 8/17 D Win, 9/18 R Dyce. Two: W Collie. Best gross: W Collie 70.

12 August. Matchplay Pairs: R Miller and R Heuvel bt J Garner and C Hadler 4/3. M Dixon and G Allen bt R Dyce and G Little 6/4. Stableford: R Young 38, W Collie 38, P Solly 34. Closest to pin: 3/12 R Dyce, 4/13 B Schmuke, 8/17 W Collie, 9/18 J Garner. Twos: R Miller, R Dyce (3). Happy wanderer: B Schmuke. Best gross: W Collie.

BRIDGE

9 August. Championship Pairs Session 7: E Bradshaw/R Smith 65%; A Foreman/P O'Connor 57.5%; J Cooper/B Burdett 55%.

Fine season finale for Bay's men

The final round of fixtures in the senior men’s football league competition were played last Saturday afternoon.

Playing at home in a Masters Division clash, Golden Bay Stingrays were looking to break the hoodoo of a run of draws against Richmond Bogans.

And they went about it in the right way, playing with verve, determination and style from the first whistle. It didn’t take long for their game plan to produce results. Less than 10 minutes into the game, Stingray forward Sam Hopley was scythed down in the penalty area as he prepared to unleash a shot on goal following his mazy run. The referee pointed to the spot and Chris von Roy stepped up to coolly despatched the penalty leaving the Bogan’s keeper stranded.

Minutes later, the Stingrays thought they had doubled their lead but the goal was ruled out for offside and the score remained unchanged at half-time.

In the second half, the Stingrays really got into their stride and looked increasingly confident in possession – moving the ball swiftly and accurately to frustrate the opposition.

Anju Ejima was particularly enjoying himself at the heart of the Stingray’s midfield – breaking up play when necessary and turning creator for his attacking teammates. It was no surprise that he played provider for the next goal – a sumptuous cross which Luke Concannon headed into the back of the Bogans’ net.

Embarking on another of his mesmerising runs Hopley, once again proved too much of a handful for the visitors’ defence, drawing another penalty, which he neatly converted, sending the keeper the wrong way.

The Stingrays were now fully in control of the game and sought to capitalise on their superiority. Not content with just

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pulling the strings in the middle of the park, Ejima showed he could be a force up front when he latched onto a defencesplitting pass before slotting the ball past the advancing keeper.

Despite being battered by the Stingrays, the Bogans continue to toil, hoping that at least a consolation goal would be their reward. It was the home side, however, who created the best chances and were unlucky not to add to their tally, and would have done so but for a corner that bounced off the top of the crossbar, a von Roy header which shaved the upright, and a fierce, low strike from Concannon which ran just wide of the post.

Final score: GB Stingrays 4 vs Richmond Bogans 0.

Roli Muntwyler man of the match: Anju Ejima.

The win means the Stingrays finish their inaugural season in the Masters Division in fourth place.

Goats gutted at Guppy Park

Golden Bay Mountain Goats travelled hopefully to Guppy Park for their final match in this season’s league competition, but were denied the victory they needed to have a chance of snatching the Division 2 title from their close rivals FC Nelson Karenni.

Final score: FC Nelson Karenni 1 vs GB Mountain Goats 0. The Goats end what has been a highly successful season as Division 2 runners-up to FC Nelson Karenni.

Maidens savage Cougars

It’s that magic number seven again; this time it’s Golden Bay’s Shield Maidens who put seven goals past Mapua Cougars – even more impressive considering it was an away fixture.

Final score: Shield Maidens 7 vs Mapua Cougars 1.

The Maidens play their final home fixture – the penultimate round of the Women’s Premier Division – tomorrow at the Rec Park, kick-off at 1pm.

Bogans' keeper is beaten by Stingrays' penalty kick. Stingrays' Man of the Match Anju Ejima.

Stingrays' Chris von Roy sees his header shave the post in last Saturday's match against Richmond Bogans. Photos: Jo Richards.

Getting your picture book published

The third WordFest event to take place at Tākaka Memorial Library during August was a presentation last Wednesday by author and library assistant Linda Jane Keegan.

Her subject was about how to get a children’s picture book published. As the author of Things in the Sea are Touching Me!, Korora and the Sushi Shop, and a third book – Stranded – about to be released, Linda Jane has first-hand knowledge of the process.

Opening with a mihi whakatau, Linda shared some of her background, including her position as editor with The Sapling, a website for children and young adult’s literature. She is also a committee member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI).

Moving on to the nitty gritty, Linda Jane explained that for publishing purposes, a manuscript usually needs to be 24 or 32 pages and less than 1,000 words. As few as 300-500 words is the current preference.

“Which seems really short, and I think there is a misconception that picture books are really easy to do because they’re just short books. But they’re a lot harder...there’s a lot of behind the scenes editing and working and chopping and changing and fitting a story into that 24-page limit.”

Traditional publishers select the illustrator for a picture book. There are exceptions, as Linda Jane found through Bateman Press, who agreed to her collaborating with Isobel Joy Te AhoWhite for her soon-to-be-released book.

Picture books allow the illustrator the freedom to “show not tell”, which means the writer doesn’t need to go into too much detail with descriptions.

To rhyme or not to rhyme is a good question and Linda Jane has read many poorly-rhymed stories. She suggested that if the rhyme is getting in the way of the narrative, perhaps it’s better to use prose.

Finding the most suitable publisher requires research online or otherwise and reading their submission guidelines carefully. Linda Jane urged would-be writers to “read lots and lots of picture books”, especially those nominated for book awards.

Furthermore, she advised that when pitching a submission, it is important to state who the story is for and the target age range. Include titles of similar books by way of an example and state the relevance. Add the total word count and ensure the manuscript is edited by a professional. But before sending, she said “I highly suggest you put it away for a while and then come back to it later with fresh eyes.”

Regarding self-publishing, Linda Jane reiterated the need for professional assessment by an editor or manuscript assessor.

Finding a writing community to share with is also valuable for bouncing ideas around and receiving feedback. Self-publishing may mean an author can earn more from the sale of their book, but there are upfront costs involved. Those include paying an editor, assessor, and illustrator; design and printing costs; and marketing and distribution expenses.

Although copyright is a given in New Zealand, Linda Jane advised keeping all drafts and documents, just in case. She recommended the New Zealand Society of Authors, who advocate for author’s rights.

Those in the audience aspiring to publish their stories went away well informed, clutching handouts of websites, and no doubt inspired by Linda Jane’s presentation.

Celebrate words, authors and writing during August with a range of speakers and activities at the Tākaka Library.

Enter The GB Weekly Writing Competition - see details below.

Each week in August we’ll publish a Crossword - win a Take Note voucher.

The GB Weekly Writing Competition

POETRY: Entrants up to and including year 10 students are invited to submit an original poem. There are two age categories: Up to Year 6; and up to Year 10. The winner in each category will win gift vouchers to the value of $25 and $50 respectively.

VERY SHORT STORY: Entrants are invited to submit an original short story up to 60 words in length. There are two age categories: Up to Year 13; and Open category. The winner in each category will win gift vouchers to the value of $75 and $100 respectively

RULES:

Entries close at midnight on 31 August and must be submitted by email with subject heading “The GB Weekly WordFest Competition” to: admin@gbweekly.co.nz

All entries should be the author’s own work and not have been entered to any previous competition. The judge's decision is final. The GB Weekly will publish the winning poems and stories plus a selection of other entries.

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BOOK GIVEAWAY WINNER

A $25 Take Note voucher will be awarded to the first correct solution drawn. Entries can be left at Stitch ‘n Sew, or scanned and emailed to admin@gbweekly.co.nz by midday on Monday 28 August.

Name: .............................................................

Postal address: ...............................................

Phone: .............................................................

ACROSS

1 One of a collection of seers? (3,4)

5 Total recall following this unusual geographical feature (7)

9 Does it diminish the light? (5)

10 It’s not even out of the ordinary (9)

11 Does it go ahead when leaving? (7)

12 Before the Lord? That is right! (7)

13 Present diversion (4,4)

14 Fronts up. About time for sides! (6)

17 Vacant guy eats grassnot one to share (6)

19 Bound to have been in the van behind the shed (8)

22 Colloquial destination for the results of crime? (3,4)

24 Entry into terrible sinthere’s a way in (7)

26 There’s lots hope for this poker hand (1,4,4)

27 He takes part of brief account of retrospective decay (5)

28 I’d go back a short way and finish up swell (7)

29 Calls the criminal group to drink (5,2)

DOWN

1 Get the total when baby’s out of bed (3,2)

2 Endless praise showered in help with relief (7)

3 Covertly overheard. Was it bugged? (9)

4 Just cricket maybe - a reasonable target (4,4)

5 The country is associated with real trouble! (6)

6 Layer gets a good start and it’s banded in the wild (5)

7 Sounds like they come from K.L. It’s sickening! (7)

8 Ride the wave but not all the way. Forced open?

OMG (9)

13 Is it waved for a spell? (5,4)

15 Get to know since eggs are eggs (9)

16 It grips the steering mechanism. Harsher extremes are included (8)

18 Takes on half of them - a cunning plan with a surprise start (7)

20 Skinny drunkard returns to these rude digs (4-3)

21 Feast for this central condition? (6)

23 This, of one’s bets is of growing concern (5)

25 Bits chucked back for one-time punishment (5)

As part of WordFest month, author and editor Linda Jane Keegan presented "A Beginner’s Guide to Publishing Picture Books" at the Tākaka library. Photo: Ronnie Short.

The winner of a copy of The New Zealand Night Sky by Alistair Hughes is Tim Perring. Congratulations, we'll be in touch.

BOOK GIVEAWAY

Late winter snow on Tākaka Hill

Be in to win a copy of The Last 8 Possessions by Michael Hamish-Scott.

Simply answer this question:

The book opens with an encounter on Dartmoor. In what English county is Dartmoor located?

Email your answer to: admin@gbweekly.co.nz with "8 Possessions" in the subject line by Monday 28 August.

Please include your address and phone number.

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The winner of the 4 August crossword competition is ALISON WILKIE

Congratulations, your prize is at Take Note.

SOLUTIONS

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

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you like Str8ts check out our books, iPhone/iPad Apps and much more on our store. The solutions will be published here in the next issue. You can find more help, tips and hints at www.str8ts.com

There was a heavy fall of snow on Tākaka Hill last Thursday, 10 August. Photos: Supplied.

A chance to really get your goat

JOYCE WYLLIE

The National Wild Goat Hunting Competition is now underway. Entry is free, pre-registration is not required, and there are both local and national prizes.

Organised jointly by the Department of Conservation and NZ Deerstalkers Association (NZDA), the competition is also supported by Federated Farmers of NZ and Hunting and Fishing NZ. Targeting wild goats – to reduce damage caused to native plants and ecosystems – is a win for both hunters and conservation. People across the country can participate from 1 August to 26 November 2023.

Wild goats are breeding up and significant numbers are now a problem in many places, including Golden Bay. Goats cause damage on conservation land by destroying young trees and understory plants. They also create problems on farms by eating pasture, native plantings, damaging fences and carrying diseases that can be transferred to farm stock, like parasites and foot rot.

Goats, unlike wild deer, pigs, tahr, and chamois, are not classed as game animals, but they are good for developing hunting skills and are a handy food resource. As well as classic goat curry, the meat can be grilled, braised, and made into sausages or salami. The competition promotion states, “If we can symbiotically put food on the table, enjoy the outdoors, and promote hunter-led conservation, then everyone wins”.

This competition encourages more wild goat removal, builds relationships across sectors, and raises awareness about the impact of wild goats on farmlands, native plants, and habitats. The organisers also promote safe firearm use, keeping safe in the back country, ethical and humane hunting, and remind competitors to obtain permission before entering private or public land.

NZDA will be running “Goat Competition Hubs” throughout the country where local competitors attend to lodge tails and score horns. Golden Bay Hub days are 27 August, 15 October, and 26 November, from 1pm to 4pm, at the River Inn. Goat tails will be tallied, heads will be measured, and there are spot prizes as well.

Jo De Vos, president of Golden Bay branch NZDA says, “First and foremost, hunting is about gathering food, so when people hunt for goats, they need to make use of the meat. Young animals and nannies provide beautiful eating meat and if you hunt on a local farmer’s land, with their permission of course, you can ask if they want goat meat for farm dogs. Let’s make the most of this resource and bring home more than just tails.”

More information on how to enter the competition can be found at www.doc.govt.nz/wild-goat-hunting-competition.

Meat and Banana Stew

Graeme and Dallas Wilson left Golden Bay in 1996 to work in Tanzania with Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA). They contributed this recipe to a VSA recipe book, called Been There, Ate That!

The introduction states, “In Tanzania, it was common to use goat for this dish, but you can use beef or mutton. Traditionally this dish would be made in a sufaria, which is a Tanzanian pot, but we use a saucepan.” Why not try wild goat meat?

2-3 unripe bananas, cut into cubes.

500g or more stewing meat, cut into cubes.

1 onion, chopped.

1 medium tomato, chopped.

Salt and pepper to taste.

1 cup coconut milk/cream (optional).

In a saucepan, put meat, bananas, onion, and tomato (plus extras of your choice). Cover with water and bring gently to the boil. Simmer until meat is tender.

AGM NOTICES

THE Golden Bay Community Health Te Hauora o Mohua Trust AGM will be held on Monday 21 August at 10.30am at the Activities Room of Golden Bay Community Health, 10 Central Tākaka Road.

CENTRAL Tākaka Water Board AGM, 4pm Sunday 3 September, Rec Centre Meeting Room. Reports, election of officers, constitution matters/new Act, general business. All welcome – we would love to see you! Cherie Byrne, sec/treas.

GOLDEN Bay MTB Club AGM, Tuesday 22 August at the Rec Centre rooms, 7pm. Cake and tea/coffee will be provided.

RECENT AGM / Hui ā tau - Nō nā tata nei

ORGANISATIONS may have their committee members’ names printed in this column for free if emailed to admin@ gbweekly.co.nz

PERSONAL NOTICES / Pānui ake

MILLER, Desmond Charles, JP (ret), 19 May 1950 – 2 August 2023. Kaye, Kathryn, Craig and Tasma, and Ian would like to thank family, friends and the wider community for their flowers, baking, cards and expressions of sympathy for us all at the sudden loss of our dearest husband, father, father-inlaw and granddad.

PUBLIC NOTICES / Pānui a whānui

NGATI Whānau Haapu public discussion meeting, Sunday 27 August, Senior Citizens' Hall, 10.30am-1.45pm. For those interested in how the current political/social structures and legalities influence the core of our community and families values/rights, and how we may actively choose to live more freely within our community.

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

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

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

GB WEEKLY: Stitch ‘n Sew, Tākaka is our agent or you can email us: admin@gbweekly.co.nz (preferred). Office hours are Monday-Wednesday, 9am-5pm. Ph 027 525 8679.

HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora

ANÉL BAKER Physiotherapy at 22 Meihana Street, Tākaka. Ph/txt 021 053 4337. Now available in Collingwood on Mondays. ARTS therapy and counselling with Diana N’Íceadha, AThR. Ph 021 400 857, www.flyingcolours.co.nz

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

FLOWSTONE Holistic: aromatherapy, energy healing and spiritual readings in Collingwood with Tui. Ph 027 941 2941.

KINESIOLOGY. For an appointment please txt/ph Mark Bonar 027 857 5359.

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

MASSAGE AND REIKI. Emma Sutherland (Ameliorate). First one-hour treatment - $45 for GB locals. www.ameliorate.nz. Ph 027 487 2639.

Chiropractor

Inga Schmidt MSc (Chiro), DC, MNZCA 021 180 7789

Golden Bay Health Centre, 12 Motupipi St www.healthfocus.co.nz

ACC registered

Golden

FootWorks

Landline: 03 525 9228

Cell phone: 027 606 7200

Email: athomas@gmx.net

1st appointment only $39 incl. free foot massage!

Erica van Sint Annaland Physiotherapy

Mon, Tues, Wed at Golden Bay Community Health Thursdays in Collingwood

Phone 027 776 6111 for an appointment

Providing Golden Bay with:

Professional, Diagnostic, Clinical Physio & Massage Therapy services

ACC registered Provider

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

Ray

Introducing Raz Zulfiqar

Accomplished Licencee Salesperson Raz is answering the bay's call We welcome his experienced, warm and hard working approach to our office.

Give Raz a call for a fresh perspective:

Billy Kerrisk Ltd Licensed Agent REAA 2008 Level 1, 11 Buxton Lane, Takaka rwgoldenbay co

Taxation services and general business support for clients of Ph Bronwyn 027 268 4010, bronwyn@abeltasmanaccounting.co.nz

ACCOUNTANT

for big and small businesses and individuals. Self-employed and rental property reports prepared. Day and evening appointments available. Ph Susan Ayton Shaw 929 email taxayton@gmail.com

ACCOUNTANT.

professional qualifications and experience. Warn & Associates, ph 525 9919.

ARBORIST, qualified, ph Jack Stevens 021 211 5580.

ARCHITECT services. Building and resource consents. Residential, commercial and industrial. Chris Pyemont Architects, ph 021 0278 4729.

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.

CHIPPER, a chap and chainsaw, six-inch chipper. Ph John Davis 027 470 7155.

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.

Advertising

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

FRUIT pruning, sustainable property advice and management, edible landscaping, soil testing, garden mentoring. Sol Morgan, GroWise Consultancy, ph 027 514 9112.

GB SHEETMETAL will be closed from 29 August, reopening 27 September.

GOLDEN Bay Hedge Trimming. Ph 027 458 6897.

- Fresh Produce - Natural Health Products

- Bulk Foods - Housekeeping Products 525 8677

Sharyn

NGANGA, picture framing by professional artist framer. Collingwood ph 021 107 6312, ngangart@gmail.com.

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

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

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

SEPTIC TANKS EMPTIED. Ph Shane 027 647 4913.

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

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

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

TEST and tag, your place or mine. Ph Marina 027 454 9443.

TG Couriers, delivering between Golden Bay and Nelson five days a week. Ph 027 717 7188.

TILER. Professional wall and floor tiling and design. Wayne Robinson Tiling. Ph 027 576 1620.

WINDOW cleaning. Ph Willem 022 134 1726.

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

View by appt ONLY - Call Billy

676 Mackay Pass Road, Bainham

JUNIOR LOBBY ASSISTANT

JUNIOR LOBBY ASSISTANT

The Village Theatre is looking for one Junior Lobby assistant to join our busy team. Would suit someone that lives close to town & is able to work on Friday afternoon and/or evening sessions & school holidays.

The Village Theatre is looking for one Junior Lobby assistant to join our busy team. Would suit someone that lives close to town & is able to work on Friday afternoon and/or evening sessions & school holidays.

Please send your application to: movies@villagetheatre.org.nz

Please send your application to: movies@villagetheatre.org.nz

Applications close 25th August

Applications close 25th August

We are looking for a friendly, motivated and hands- on person to support our ES Manager with coordinating a range of activities for our supported employment programme The successful candidate will have exceptional interpersonal and time management skills

W e wo uld lo ve to h e a r fro m yo u if you h a v e:

• Organisation and leadership experience

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

• A proactive and positive approach to Health & Safety

• Full clean driver’s license

• Landscaping skills

• Computer literacy

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

IN-HOME carer wanted. We are looking for a kind, compassionate person to care for our mother, in her townbased home, on Saturdays and Sundays 2pm -7pm. We can offer $30/hour. Duties will include assisting with a short daily excursion, heating dinner, helping with bedtime routine and other small tasks. Ideally this person will have previous experience in a similar role or relevant healthcare qualification, although not essential as training can be provided for the right person. Possible jobshare. Will need to undergo a police check. All enquiries, please ph Kim 027 329 5844.

EMPLOYMENT WANTED / Hiahia

mahi

RELIEF milker. Experienced, mature, reliable. Ph 021 771 916.

FOR SALE / Hei hokohoko

SHED -stored dry firewood. Ph Bay Firewood 027 769 6348.

EATING OUT / Kai wahi kē

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

COLLINGWOOD TAVERN. Open 7 days, 11am till late. Catering and large group bookings available. Ph 524 8160.

COURTHOUSE CAFÉ, Collingwood. Open 7 days, 8am-3pm. Saturday curry nights, 5-7.30pm, to avoid disappointment bookings recommended. Ph 524 8194.

DANGEROUS KITCHEN. Closed for winter break, re-opening Wednesday 30 August.

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

GOOD AS GOLD CAFÉ, Tākaka. Open Monday-Friday, 7am4.30pm. Ph 525 8193.

MOLLY B’S, Pōhara. Open Wednesday-Sunday from 9am for coffee, full menu from 11.30am. Saturday-Sunday from 9am for brunch. Tuesday from 3pm, closed Monday.

NIKAU BAR AND CAFÉ, Pōhara. For breakfast, lunch. Open 7 days, 8.30am-4pm. Ph 03 970 3992.

O’SHA. Open Tuesday-Sunday, lunch 11.30am-2.30pm and dinner 5-8.30pm. Ph 525 6117.

THE MUSSEL INN. Open 7 days from 11am. TOTOS CAFÉ & PIZZERIA. Open Sundays, weather permitting, 11am-4pm. Ph 03 970 7934, totoscafegallery@gmail.com

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

LEARNING / Akonga / Huarahi ako/mahi

GUITAR lessons in Collingwood with Jordan. Ph 022 350 4303. SINGING lessons with Diana. Ph 021 400 857, www.flyingcolours. co.nz

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 – 13 and 27 August; traditional services (with a speaker) held on alternate fortnights – 6 and 20 August.

FRIDAY 18 AUGUST

PŌHARA HALL TWILIGHT MARKET, 5-7.30pm. BADMINTON, REC PARK CENTRE, 7.30-9.30pm. All welcome. Ph Kerry 525 7007.

SATURDAY 19 AUGUST

MAKING FRIENDS WITH YOUR SEWING MACHINE, 12-2ish at Stitch ‘n Sew, $10. Ph 027 263 922.

SUNDAY 20 AUGUST

DEATH CAFÉ, 1-3pm at the Wholemeal (upstairs). Enlivening conversation over tea and cake. Our aim is to increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their (finite) lives. Free. All welcome.

MONDAY 21 AUGUST

BOARD GAMES in the GB Community Hall (behind Dado), 5.30pm-10pm. Facebook group "Board Gaming in Golden Bay"

TUESDAY 22 AUGUST

GB WEEKLY DEADLINE: noon on Tuesdays.

WEDNESDAY 23 AUGUST

COSTUME HIRE, open by appointment, ph Diane 525 8097 evenings. Returns to Joan ph 525 8338.

O NEKAKA PLAYGROUP, all welcome, Wednesdays 10am12.30pm, Onekaka Hall.

THURSDAY 24 AUGUST

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

LATER EVENTS

NGATI WHĀNAU HAAPU PUBLIC DISCUSSION MEETING, 27 August. See Public Notices for details.

INTRO TO BUDDHA TARA DANCES and meditations. Easy to learn, powerful to practice. Saturday 9 September, 11am1pm, Onekaka hall, koha. To enrol txt Catherine 027 323 2098.

Blues Busters Mohua

- enjoy, create, play & learn...

Mainly run by volunteers to create opportunities for the community of all ages.

Saturday 19 August

Senior Citizens Club Rooms behind Stone Church, Commercial St.

9.45-2pm: Art with Ingrid - print with gel plate. Registration: ph 022 011 6645.

2-3pm: Play active games, foosball table, etc. Koha. Music suggestions welcome for background (entertainment). All ages welcome - kids under 12 with parents. Come for fun and check out the space for future events.

3.30-4.30pm: TFH (Kinesiology) - learn tools to help yourself or someone else to ease pain. Learn about your body’s language. With Patricia, for more info please check: www.equilibrium.kiwi.nz

4.30-5.30ish: Movement & Music - following a 45-minute eclectic playlist to help your body to relax and release and hopefully rejuvenate and have some enjoyment too. Bring a blanket or mat in case you like to start on the floor for grounding. No experience needed, any age welcome. Koha.

"Dancing the fastest way to Joy”

Sunday 20 August: See Facebook Blues Busters Mohua for pop-up events.

Saturday 26 August: See Facebook page Blues Busters Mohua for pop-up events or Village Green Noticeboard.

Employment Opportunity in the Construction Industry

Employment Opportunity in the Construction Industry

Cluster construction is seeking to engage either a qualified Carpenter or an experienced general construction hand.

Cluster construction is seeking to engage either a qualified Carpenter or an experienced general construction hand.

Cluster undertakes the full spectrum of construction work - residential, civil, industrial/commercial.

Cluster undertakes the full spectrum of construction workresidential, civil, industrial/commercial.

SACRED Heart Catholic faith community winter timetable: Mass, 4pm, 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month. Service of the Word, 9.30am, 2nd Sunday of the month. All warmly welcome. ST Andrews Presbyterian Church extends a warm welcome to join us at 10am for a time of worship and fellowship.

Sunday 27 August: See Facebook page Blues Busters Mohua for pop-up events or Village Green Noticeboard.

UPCOMING GIGS & EVENTS...

SATURDAY 19TH AUGUST

Your key attributes will be: honesty, energy, reliability and physical fitness, and a willingness to learn. Your work experience attributes should include at least some of the following :

Your key attributes will be: honesty, energy, reliability and physical fitness, and a willingness to learn.

Your work experience attributes should include at least some of the following:

• Ability to work on major sites with active machinery working and be safety conscious in this environment.

• Ability to work on major sites with active machinery working and be safety conscious in this environment.

• Experience in concrete works, including formwork & precast work

Jesus told His disciples “I am the way, the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” John 14:6 Sunday service 10am

of Christ

Pastor: Rodney Watson 0275 114 266 All

93 Commercial St, Takaka. www.godunlimited.org

THE MYTHICAL TOUR OF UNICORNS AND DRAGONS

THE SUITCASE COLLECTIVE | TEESHA | MATTS MYTH TECHNO & TECH-HOUSE | DNB | GLITCH & TRIP HOP FROM 9PM | $10 AT THE GATE

SATURDAY 26TH AUGUST

Ramshackle

• Experience in concrete works, including formwork & precast work.

• Working at height from elevated work platforms and or qualifications in fall prevention harness systems.

• A sound knowledge of general carpentry practices

Kahurangi Christian Church

GUESTS: ITCHY AND SCRATCHY from 9pm | $10 at the gate

• An ability to read and interpret plans

• Working at height from elevated work platforms and/or qualifications in fall prevention harness systems.

• A sound knowledge of general carpentry practices

• An ability to work safely with a full range of power tools & civil equipment.

• An ability to read and interpret plans

Terms of engagement will be relative to attributes & experience.

Sunday 20 August, 10:30am

Onekaka Hall

SATURDAY 2ND SEPTEMBER

THE FINAL BLOW OUT FOOTBALL FUNDRAISER PARTY

WATCH THIS SPACE FOR MORE INFO!!!

• An ability to work safely with a full range of power tools & civil equipment.

So if you have some of the above please phone Lance 0274 472 887

Terms of engagement will be relative to attributes & experience.

So if you have some of the above please ph Lance 0274 472 887 or email lance.clustercons@gmail.com

Includes Kids Zone

Contact Joyce Wyllie, 027 671 2221

FRIDAY 8TH SEPTEMBER

ROOTS ‘N’ FRUITS REGGAE

GALANJAH

SITUATIONS VACANT / Tūranga wātea

The Mussel Inn Coming Up...

SING-ALONG MONDAYS AROUND THE PIANO with CRAIG DENHAM - all welcome to join in. 7.30pm.

Thu 24th ACID ON THE MICROPHONE. Special guest NICK FEINT.

Thu 31st QUIZ - 7.30pm. All welcome.

SEPTEMBER

Thu 14th QUIZ - 7.30pm. All welcome.

Sun 17th JORDAN LUCK BAND - We Love You The Most winter tour. Tickets @ undertheradar.

Wed 20th AUSTEN FOUND. The Undiscovered Musicals of Jane Austen. Tickets @ eventfinda.

Thu 21st ACID ON THE MICROPHONE. Feature story teller IAN BROWN.

Sat 23rd alanjahjah en der eaggerlings. $10 door.

Wed 27th FIONA PEARS TRIO – tickets @ eventfinda.

OCTOBER

Sun 1st DON MCGLASHEN - Take it to the bridge tour - SOLD OUT

Sat 7th JULIAN TEMPLE BAND. $10 door.

Sun 8th ANIKA MOA - SOLD OUT

For more details see www.musselinn.co.nz

The Youth Sewing Project

Please note extra 4.30 screening on Saturday

Programmes to listen out for:

Heads Up

Producer/presenter Tracy Allan finds out what we can do to create better brain health and more. Tracy connects the dots in our community by chatting to the people offering support, finding out what we can do to create better brain health and more. When she is not in the FreshFM studio she is a videographer, supports creative people with website design and teaches tai chi. Thursday mornings at 9:06am after the BBC News, with a new episode every two weeks. Brought to you by The Brain Injury Association Nelson and sponsored by The Nelson Clinic.

Healthy Options

Sally Rees from Natural Nosh offers simple solutions for a healthier lifestyle incorporating a Raw Food Diet. Healthy Options airs Saturday mornings at 11:00 with a new episode every 2 weeks.

Make a Programme and platform for you to have a voice. If you would like to make your own radio show please get in touch and our friendly staff will guide you through this fun and rewarding process. We provide full training and support. Please contact motueka@freshfm.net for information.

www.freshfm.net

www.freshfm.net

FreshFM.NZ

GOLDEN BAY WEATHER FORECAST

Valid from Friday 18 until Tuesday 22 August

Friday: Light winds with northerlies prevailing later. Mainly fine although some cloud in western areas later

Saturday: Northerlies becoming strong. Cloud thickening with rain from late morning and heavy at times from evening

Sunday: Strong northerlies with rain at first. Wind and rain easing during the morning with southerlies developing later.

Monday: Southerlies, fresh about Farewell. Cloud breaking and mainly fine by afternoon

Tuesday: Light winds. Fine weather. Frosts in sheltered areas at first

Arriving at this quaint cottage, the ambience is peaceful and calm

Within walking distance to Pohara Beach – this sure is a popular place to call home An original home, with timber features and a large back garden to retreat to There is a new concrete driveway which has room for cars, caravan and even a boat This is a must see for those wanting to start their journey on the property ladder So do not delay, contact me now to arrange a private viewing

JUST LISTED

There is no doubt that sections this close to the beach in Collingwood are rare to find. With residential zoning, this is the idyllic location for a small permanent home or a summer bach It is a stone’s throw to both the beach and to the center of Collingwood So, you can easily enjoy the delights that this beautiful town has to offer Grab a coffee at the local cafe and stroll along the beautiful beach Give me a call today to secure this section

JUST LISTED

We are thrilled to present an extraordinary opportunity to own over 2 acres of pristine land above Pohara, offering unparalleled sea views, with sunsets to die for With a formed entrance way, established plantings, a 3 bay pole shed and power available What is your vision for this view? Give us a call now and we will happily show you around

A spacious floorplan which includes an office, a separate laundry, and double internal garage. Outside there is ample offstreet parking, a sleepout, and a lovely yard for the kids to play. Did we mention the A+ location? Make this top of your list & call us now.

Stunning mountain views and privacy, this property offers the perfect blend of contemporary elegance and natural beauty. Features include a study, separate laundry, ample storage, fully insulated & double glazed. Call us now for more

Daffodil Day is next Friday 25th August

Thanks to all our wonderful stall volunteers If you have any fresh daffodils to donate, please drop them in to First National anytime from Thursday or deliver them to one of the stalls on Friday - Fresh Choice, Take Note or Collingwood

Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840 belinda@goldenbayproperty com

POHARA,

Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840 belinda@goldenbayproperty com

COLLINGWOOD, 12 Beach Road

Rare As Hen's Teeth $330,000

Offers Over $640,000

POHARA, 119 Bay Vista Drive

Size Reigns Supreme

COLLINGWOOD, 6 McDonald Place

COLLINGWOOD, 605 Collingwood-Puponga Main Rd Motupipi, 362 Abel Tasman Dr