The GB Weekly - 13 January 2023

Bay booms over summer

TDC Annual Report

Just before the Christmas break, Tasman District Council formally adopted its Annual Report 2022.

The document, which covers the period 1 July 2021 to 30 June 2022, provides an overview of the council’s performance which, the report states, was affected by several significant external issues.

“We have had to grapple with the ongoing impact of a pandemic, supply chain issues, and responding to and coming to grips with far-reaching government reforms, all while delivering our usual services and continuing to adapt to a fastchanging world.”

Despite the acknowledgement that it had been “a very challenging year”, the report highlights a number of positive financial items, including higher revenue, district-wide growth, an increase in the value of council assets, and a healthy credit rating.

Golden Bay has enjoyed a mini boom over the peak summer period.

Feedback from hospitality, activity and accommodation businesses around the Bay reveals the holiday season got off to a flying start with crowds of overseas visitors joining the traditional hordes of vacationing Kiwis.

“This summer has been a real boost for local businesses compared to last year,” says chair of Golden Bay Promotion Association Marg Braggins. “The return of international visitors has been very welcome, as well as the young crowd after the Twisted Frequency music festival.” But she admits the influx created some operational challenges. “Some businesses have struggled to find people to fill vacancies so they’ve had to adapt.”

Manager of Golden Bay Visitor Centre Jasmine Polglase explained that, since the beginning of December, almost 2300 people have been through the doors. “…we have seen a great mix of visitors from all over the world and new Kiwi families… Accommodation has been booked out as normal for the busy time.”

Across the spectrum of accommodation options – campgrounds, motels, lodges and

luxury villas – everything was full to the gunwales until wet weather arrived towards the end of last week. Despite the arrival of lessthan-ideal conditions, occupation rates remain high and forward bookings are generally solid.

At Pakawau Beach Park co-manager Gaye Benjamin reports a “very good” season. “Even before Christmas we were getting a lot more foreign visitors – particularly Dutch and German tourists in their twenties.”

Gaye explains that a few campers packed up early when the weather changed, but she was able to fill any gaps with “walk-ins”, and says bookings are “looking good” for the next few months.

Just about to pack up after six nights at the campground, the McGregor family from Nelson weren’t put off by the three days of rain. “I’m sure we’ll be back again,” says Paul who, along with wife Ellie, was making sure their two young daughters Rose and Awhi had a good breakfast before setting off for home. Paul enthused about their experience which included sharing cooking and childcare with other families camped close by.

Further up the road at a full Farewell Gardens campground in Puponga, owners

Nicky Hartless and Wiremu Bartlett have seen unprecedented numbers of overseas travellers. “From when we reopened in November up to Christmas, around 90 per cent have been international visitors – Germans, Dutch, Brits, French, Americans and Swedish,” says Nicky. “It’s never been that high.” They are also receiving plenty of advance bookings from overseas clients.

A phone survey of the Bay’s motel managers showed they are also having a very busy time and enjoying the return of overseas visitors. “We are fully booked up,” says owner of Collingwood’s Station House Motel Sylvie Steel – a comment echoed by several of her counterparts. “We have heaps of overseas tourists; they are all back.”

Manager of Pōhara’s Ratanui Lodge Ethan Heng estimates January occupancy at around 75 per cent and has numerous guests from the UK, USA, German, Netherlands, along with other European countries and Australia. “It’s looking promising.”

Operating at the premium end of the market, Adrift luxury villas in Tukurua is seeing occupancy rates climbing but still short of...

Total rates revenue for the year was $82.31 million, with revenue from all other sources totalling $170.4m. One of the contributing factors was growth across the district which created more subdivisions, and therefore an increase in land under roads, roading and three waters assets being vested in the council. This resulted in a significant increase in other revenue. General rates revenue increased slightly due to growth in the district being higher than expected for the year. In terms of asset value growth, TDC’s net assets now total $2.14 billion, an increase of $375.8m since 2021.

Budget-beating operating and accounting surpluses of $23.5m and $92.6m respectively, while not translating into cash or funding that can be used to offset other spending, does have a positive influence on the council’s financial position, enabling to record a lower total net debt position than budgeted ($212.5m versus the Annual Plan budget of $217m).

According to the report, TDC’s credit rating with Standard and Poor’s is “AA with a stable outlook”, which council states “… reflects the strong financial management, budgetary flexibility, liquidity, and low contingent liabilities; and enables funds to be borrowed at more favourable interest rates”.

Looking at where TDC spent its budget over the report period, it is clear that the biggest outlay related to three waters assets, which benefited from a combined capital and operational expenditure of...

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Happy campers: the McGregor family from Nelson enjoy their stay at Pakawau Beach Park. Photo: Jo Richards.

Medical Officer of Health Dr Rachel Eyre

on safe summer travel

As a Medical Officer of Health I am passionate about community health and wellbeing, and for me this summer, that means staying safe while heading away, receiving visitors, or attending large events.

In all of those situations, maintaining those healthy habits we’ve developed will go a long way to prevent infection in the first place: keeping up good hygiene; coughing and sneezing into elbows; avoiding or limiting time in crowded spaces. Masks are best worn in indoor situations where there are strangers, or in crowded and poorly ventilated spaces. Summer hopefully means we can spend most of our time outdoors!

Even if an event is outdoors please don’t take part if you are sick, have symptoms of COVID-19 or test positive for COVID-19. I know it’s not an easy ask if you’ve paid for and booked into an event you’ve looked forward to. However, large events have the potential for being super spreader situations. Even if you were to come off lightly, someone else may be highly vulnerable and develop serious complications.

When you develop your holiday list, include hand sanitiser, masks, enough of your usual medication to see you through, and RAT tests. Ideally, bring 5 RATs per person, that way if you or someone you are travelling with becomes unwell you can test immediately.

The isolation period is seven days, so have a plan for where to isolate if you get sick while away from home. Returning home is possible if you have a private vehicle, can get home with no overnight stays, and without a flight, ferry, or other public transportation. Otherwise, you must isolate somewhere without shared facilities. Talk to your accommodation provider ahead of time. If you are travelling to stay with friends or family, discuss if there is a part of their home you can stay in without putting them at risk. We’ve all worked hard and want to unwind, and let’s do so knowing that we are keeping ourselves and everyone else around us safe.

If you are a visitor, we hope you have a great time while you are here and take away wonderful memories of our little piece of paradise.

Pharmacies and urgent care centres (Marlborough Urgent Care, Golden Bay Urgent Care and the Medical and Injury Centre in Nelson) remain open. To find opening hours and locations visit www.HealthPoint.co.nz

Free health advice when you need it

As COVID-19 case numbers climb again and are anticipated to peak over the festive period, it is important to be prepared and know how to keep safe while on holiday or when reconnecting with family and friends.

Bay booms over summer

...pre-Covid levels. “We’re getting lots more last minute bookings,” says owner Gordon Hampson, who reckons around half of his guests are from overseas. While Adrift has been busy up to now, Gordon believes it’s too early to declare the summer a success. “It depends on how long the season goes on for; we need three months of solid bookings.”

The Bay’s high-profile activity providers share many of the sentiments expressed by accommodation providers.

“Cape Farewell Horse Treks has been very busy, really kicking off after Christmas with more customers than we have horses,” says trekking guide Clarissa Barham. “The foreign tourists from all over are back and excited to get out doing fun adventurous activities, with still a good dose of Kiwis floating around.”

Operating in the same location, manager of Farewell Spit Eco Tours Paddy Gillooly says the demand is “the same as a normal year” with a mix of international and domestic tourists.

At the opposite end of the Bay, Golden Bay Kayaks coowner Lisa Savage bemoans the “challenging” weather but is delighted with the return of overseas visitors. “We’ve had a lot of internationals – lots of English, more Aussies than ever, as well as Americans and Germans; it’s great to see them.”

Manager of Anatoki Salmon Dan van der Eijk says a “crazy busy two weeks” after Christmas was followed by a sudden

drop when the wet weather arrived. “It’s starting to pick up again but luckily not as busy as the previous weeks. We do see internationals daily but not at pre-Covid levels.” He is particularly happy about the return of the itinerant backpacker workforce. “A lot of Frenchies are helping us out…”

The ever-popular Mussel Inn is a good business barometer and co-owner Jane Dixon has been having “a good busy time” over the past few weeks with rainy days not dampening demand. “I’d say back to pre-Covid numbers, a bit busier than last year.” International visitors have also returned. “The overseas/Aotearoa mix seems pretty much back to pre-Covid for this time of the year.”

Based in the heart of Tākaka, owner of the Art Vault gallery and the Village Market, Grant Knowles, says summer business has been “great” with numbers similar to pre-Covid years and noticeably more Australians around. “…There are more international tourists which is increasing the spending across the board in both the gallery and the Village Market.”

After two disrupted summers, it appears that the Bay’s tourism market is on the road to recovery, but many, including Marg, are tempering optimism with caution. “Between now and Easter is a really important time for our tourism season so we’re all hoping for good weather and good times.”

...$84.5m.

indicators, the Annual Report covers community outcomes and measures how council has met its objectives during the 12-month period. According to the report, TDC “fully or nearly” achieved 73 per cent of its performance targets.

TDC’s Annual Report 2022 and Annual Report Summary 2022 will be available to the public sometime this month.

LETTERS

Time to tackle possum “invasion”

On a day when an international accord was signed between many countries to protect the planet, environment and biodiversity, we have to ask: “What is the Department of Conservation doing about the resurgence possums are making in this area (Kahurangi National Park and environs)?”

These devils destroy bush, bird habitats and lives. They also spread TB through cow herds.

It is evident that DOC is only concerned with spending money on the hut system, which provides “revenue return” from the trampers and tourists. C’mon, DOC. If you’re talking the talk, also walk the walk. Nip this “marsupial invasion” in the bud. It’s getting away on you fast.

Martin Thomas

Have your say on the Therapeutic Products Bill

The Government is now taking submissions for the new proposed changes to the bill on supplements and therapeutic products.

This is very important if we want to maintain our freedom to supplement our diet and take responsibility for our own health. It’s especially relevant for HealthPost, one of the businesses in Golden Bay that employs local people.

Changes that the bill proposes include:

• Requiring therapeutic products to receive a market authorisation before they could be imported into, exported from, or supplied in New Zealand.

• Providing for the regulation of a range of controlled activities.

Establishing a Therapeutics Products Regulator.

Submissions can be made by visiting the parliament.nz website.

Happy submittings, Giuliana Morani

Workcentre cupboard walkabout

This letter is addressed to the group of individuals who took the white cupboard from the deck here at the Workcentre to place at the Village Green as a “Community Resource” cupboard. While we commend your sentiment, we are saddened by your actions. When people take resources from a community organisation, they are in effect stealing from their own community. What is even more of a shame is that the cupboard you took is not weatherproof and has now been ruined by rain, so your actions are also wasteful. We would have been happy to have a discussion with you about how the Workcentre could have assisted you with your idea, which in principle is very good. However, we were robbed of the opportunity to do so when you decided to take what does not belong to you. We will not be laying a complaint with the Police on this occasion, but we would like to invite you to come and apologise for your actions.

Ngā mihi, Cait Tomlinson, general manager, GB Workcentre Trust

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Vehicle destroys shorebird nests

Shortly before Christmas, a video camera recorded a vehicle driving across a shorebird nesting area on

The camera was set up by Forest and Bird Golden Bay branch to monitor six variable oystercatcher nests on the far end of the sandspit where eggs, laid in November, were due to hatch by the end of December.

The incriminating footage was recovered by FOGB GB acting chair Cynthia McConville when she walked out to the site to set a pest trap and retrieve the SD card from the camera. On reaching the nesting area Cynthia noticed vehicle tracks.

“I immediately walked along the sandspit stopping where I had placed markers at nesting sites. Four of the markers and four nests each with two eggs had been run over by the vehicle.”

Cynthia says Forest and Bird is not opposed to vehicles on beaches, but urges people to behave responsibly.

“There are certain situations where quad bikes and vehicles on beaches are okay, such as going fishing, launching a boat, accessing private property, undertaking coastal management and in emergency situations. It really comes down to how these vehicles are being driven and what they are there for. We have an expectation that a person driving a quad bike or a vehicle would not provide undue disturbance to birds on beaches that are resting, nesting and feeding.”

She is clearly distressed about the recent incident.

“This senseless act that has taken place at Rototai means there are eight variable oystercatcher chicks that will not fledge this summer. Our region holds one third of the global population of these birds. We need to give these special birds the respect they deserve and allow them to raise their young in peace.”

Vehicle tracks cross a variable oystercatcher nesting site on Rototai sandspit. Photo: Supplied.

Rototai sandspit.

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Screening Schedule - January to February

Fri 13 4:00

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Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (PG)

Three Thousand Years of Longing (M)

Sat 14 2:00 Little Eggs: An African Rescue (PG) FINAL

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8:00

Anyone with even vague recollections of the discovery of the infamous King Richard III’s remains under a Leicester carpark in 2012 will be intrigued by the premise of The Lost King

The story is told, not as a dry archeological documentary, but a surprisingly life-affirming comedy-drama about the determination of an underdog to literally change history.

Based on the 2013 book by the film’s lead character –Edinburgh-based “Ricardian” (member of the Richard III society), Philippa Langley – this delightful story charts her long battle to not only discover the lost King’s remains, but also redeem his reputation. Langley, wonderfully played by the perfectly cast Sally Hawkins, discovers that this last Plantagenet King has been the victim of centuries of Tudor propaganda, popularised by the writings of a certain William Shakespeare.

“Sent before my time into this breathing world, scarce half made up, and that so lamely and unfashionable that dogs bark at me,” is the Bard’s famous description, and seeing it performed on stage strikes a chord with Langley. Suffering from a condition not taken seriously enough (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis) and sidelined at work for being a woman on the “wrong side” of 40, recovering and redeeming the wrongly accused “child murdering usurper” suddenly becomes her life’s mission.

If the audience is encouraged to feel her frustration with the employer who marginalises her, that is nothing compared to what she faces on her crusade to convince the bureaucracy and academia of the archaeological world.

Her research leads her to a small carpark, and we share her elation as Langley stands on a giant “R” (for “reserved”) and experiences an overpowering conviction that she has found her lost King. But within the narrative of this film, she hasn’t done it by herself; she is haunted by a vision of Richard himself (played by Harry Lloyd), who gently steers her in the right direction.

Revealing this would have instantly destroyed any small credibility she has been able to muster, but as knowledge of the “royal visits” is just her and our little secret, it succeeds in adding charm.

The city university, personified by Lee Ingleby as Richard Taylor in a frankly defamatory portrayal of the real-life corporate affairs director, is scathingly dismissive of Langley’s proposal when she attempts to raise finance. The council is more sympathetic, although warn her not to express her belief as a “feeling”, pointing out that this only becomes a weapon which a chauvinistic establishment will use against her.

When the remains discovered prove to be authentic, Langley, having stormed off due to not being taken seriously, is led back to the site by the illusionary King mounted on a white charger. Yes, it’s absurd, but also magnificently goosebumpraising as she excitedly follows the spectral horse and monarch through a modern high street.

Immediately souring this triumph is the unwelcome presence of Taylor, who has wasted no time in claiming credit for the university and is already giving press interviews.

Richard III may have been found, but the fight to redeem his reputation and prevent just recognition for his recovery being stolen has just begun.

The Lost King succeeds brilliantly in turning an archeological find into a personal story of triumph and tragedy. Philippa Langley is no conventional heroine, just an ordinary mother with more than her fair share of challenges. The cast of characters who help and hinder her along the way include Steve Coogan, as her estranged husband John, and Mark Addy as the archeologist caught between morality and politics. This is a heartwarming “true” story which might encourage you to do your own Ricardian digging.

Also on this weekend is the ever-watchable Tom Hanks in A Man called Otto, where he plays against type as a cantankerous widower given an unexpected chance at happiness.

A Man Called Otto (M)

The Lost King (M)

Sun 15 4:00 Emily (M) ENCORE 8:00 Farewell Mr Haffmann (M) ENCORE

Mon 16 8:00 Blueback (PG)

Tue 17 8:00

The Banshees of Inisherin (M)

Wed 18 5:30 Avatar: The Way of Water 3D (M)

Thu 19 8:00 The Lost King (M) FINAL

Fri 20 4:00 Blueback (PG) FINAL 7:30 Avatar: The Way of Water 3D (M)

Sat 21 2:00 Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (PG)

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Three Thousand Years of Longing (M) FINAL 8:00 A Man Called Otto (M) FINAL

Sun 22 4:00 The Fabelmans (M)

8:00 Decision to Leave (M) (subtitles)

Mon 23 7:30 Avatar: The Way of Water 2D (M)

Tue 24 8:00 Never Forget Tibet (G)

Wed 25 5:30 Decision to Leave (M) (subtitles) FINAL

Thu 26 7:30 Avatar: The Way of Water 2D (M)

Fri 27 4:00 Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (PG) FINAL 8:00 Bros (R16)

Sat 28 2:00 The Big Trip 2: Special Delivery (PG) 5:00 The Banshees of Inisherin (M) 8:00 The Fabelmans (M)

Sun 29 4:00 Never Forget Tibet (G) FINAL 8:00 Compartment No 6 (M) (subtitles) ENCORE

Tue 31 7:30 Avatar: The Way of Water 3D (M)

Wed 1 5:30 McCurry: The Pursuit of Colour (G) ENCORE

Thu 2 8:00 Bros (R16) FINAL

Fri 3 4:00 Avatar: The Way of Water 2D (M)

8:00 M3gan (M) Friday Night Horror!!

Sat 4 2:00 The Big Trip 2: Special Delivery (PG) 5:00 The Fabelmans (M) FINAL 8:00 The Banshees of Inisherin (M) FINAL

Sun 5 4:00 The Road Dance (M) 8:00 The Night of the 12th (M) (subtitles) FINAL

HAPPENING

Movie Descriptions

THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN (M) Comedy/Drama 2hrs

Brendan Gleeson and Colin Farrell reunite for this dark buddy comedy following a pair of lifelong friends on a remote Irish island who find themselves at an awkward time in their relationship.

THE FABELMANS (M) Drama 2hr30m

Steven Spielberg directs this semi-autobiographical drama based on his childhood. Starring Paul Dano, Seth Rogen and Michelle Williams.

THE BIG TRIP 2: SPECIAL DELIVERY (PG) Kids 1hr30m Mic Mic, Oscar, Panda and Stork attempt to deliver a little grizzly cub to its new mum and dad in this Russian animated adventure.

DECISION TO LEAVE (M) Drama/Romance/Thriller 2hr40m

A detective investigating a man’s death in the mountains meets the dead man’s mysterious wife in the course of his sleuthing in this South Korean crime mystery from filmmaker Park Chan-wook.

MCCURRY: THE PURSUIT OF COLOUR (G) Documentary 1hr30m

An intimate look at the contemporary photojournalist Steve McCurry, best known for his famed photograph “Afghan Girl”.

BROS (R16) Comedy/Romance 2hrs

Comedian Billy Eichner stars in and co-writes this gay romantic comedy (with an all LGBTQ+ principal cast) which follows two men with commitment problems who attempt a longterm relationship.

M3GAN (M) Horror/Science Fiction/Thriller 1hr40m Allison Williams and comedian Ronny Chieng star in this horror sci-fi following a robotics engineer at a toy company who builds a lifelike doll that begins to take on a life of its own.

THE NIGHT OF THE 12TH (M) (subtitles) Drama/Thriller

A police investigator becomes painfully obsessed with a confronting murder case in this Cannes-selected crime mystery. Sooner or later, every investigator comes across a case that remains unsolved.

THE ROAD DANCE (M) Drama/True Story/War

Inspired by true events, and adapted from the novel of the same name, this period drama centres on a young woman in a small community on the Isle of Lewis in the years leading up to World War I.

COMPARTMENT NO 6 (M) Drama (subtitles) 1hr45m

Grand Prix winner at Cannes 2021, this Finnish-Russian tale set in the late ‘90s follows a student on a train from Moscow to Murmansk sharing a compartment with a gloomy miner.

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I recently caught up with fellow gardener Brent Skinnon, who transforms both gardens and people’s sense of value for their gardens.

Brent runs Blue Duck Gardens, his professional gardening business, from Lower Hutt. Like many people, an early experience paved the way for a return to the land: following his grandad around in his amazing garden.

However, he only got into gardening 22 years later. The epiphany came while driving a van for an organics shop in London. “I was intrigued by the quality of organic produce versus that available elsewhere. So off I went, working on farms through Eastern Europe and Australia before landing in NZ to study organic gardening.

“I studied for nine months in 2002 on a course called Planet Organic, here in Golden Bay. I learned about organic gardening and sustainable land-use design. The course challenged me. My first 11 years of working had been in the worlds of advertising and management consultancy. Head stuff. Now I was learning about the benefits of putting my hands in the soil. I found it calming, meditative almost. Possibly I’m making gardening sound like a religious experience, but there is definitely an element of connection and calm that comes from getting my hands in the soil.”

On Brent’s recent trip to Golden Bay, he was struck by the quality of the gardens. “There’s beauty everywhere you look. That’s not the case everywhere. The strapline for my business reads, ‘Look outside, love what you see’. The reality in the Hutt is, ‘Look outside, see a Camellia and an anaemic lemon tree’.”

A landscape architect friend of Brent’s recently bemoaned Kiwis not seeing the value in gardens, saying, “Why buy a million-dollar house and have a $10 garden?”

“I think that’s possibly a bit harsh given that we’re living in an age where people are busy and the skills required to create and maintain a beautiful garden are not what they once were,” says Brent.

So why is gardening so important? Brent says, “For me, being in the garden is a joy. I love watching the gardens I manage evolve as I quietly go about my business (albeit with a chainsaw on occasion). I’m sure that my clients sometimes wonder what I’m up to out there, but they seem to ‘get it’ when life and light manifests on their property. It also keeps me fit; at 51 I’m strong as an ox! My job is like Crossfit, eight hours a day. What is important to me is that there is a strong element of learning and thinking. A good garden requires planning, research, and observation. This keeps me interested and engaged.

“I’ve learnt to work with the seasons, understanding that a garden takes time to develop. So, a long-term view is my approach now. What fulfils me is when clients get enthusiastic about their gardens, rather than seeing them as a pain,” says Brent.

As for styles of gardens, Brent has been successful in incorporating natives and productive species into the gardens he designs and maintains. “Clients often initially tend towards exotic ornamentals, but I’m able to help them understand the benefits of getting something out of the garden, other than just aesthetics. After all, why plant an ornamental crab apple when you could plant a Billington plum? The flowering season on the crab apple is longer but the Billington gives you (and birds) food as well,” says Brent.

“To me, I garden because I love it. I’m lucky that I’m skilled enough to get paid for it. At my place I look outside and I love what I see,” concludes Brent. If you’re up Wellington way and want help with your garden, contact Brent via his website: www.blueduckgardens.co.nz.

day 2 Feb with 192mm. Aug had 513mm of rain with 445mm falling 16-19th. Average annual rainfall last 10 years is 1823mm.

- on the 9th 4161mm Jan: 11mm Aug: 1097mm Total rain days 147. The heaviest 24-hour period of rain 17-18 August brought us 453mm, forming a lake 1.5 metres deep towards the end of Hamama Road.

Bainham 130mm 13 35mm on the 9th 3964mm Jan: 39mm Aug: 788mm Total rain days 146. Month with least rain days was Jan with 3. Ōnekakā 143mm 13 29mm on the 20th 3222mm Jan: 24mm Aug: 612mm Total rain days 135. Heaviest fall was 172mm on 18 August. Just 30 frosts last year, well down on other years. Annual total was 905mm above average.

Puramahoi 144mm

30mm on the 9th 3887mm Jan: 25mm Aug: 769mm Heaviest fall 184mm on 17 August.

36mm on the 9th 3000mm Jan: 46mm Aug: 503mm Collingwood 195mm

Rockville 151mm

50mm on the 9th 3052mm Jan: 28mm Aug: 580mm Average annual rainfall at Collingwood is 2344mm

Brent Skinnon of Blue Duck Gardens does a little light pruning. Photo: Supplied.

A “dog gone” Christmas tale

“Our beloved Russell”, said the words on the box that turned up the night before Christmas Eve in a Motupipi Street letterbox. On inspection, “it looked very much like it could be animal ashes”, concluded the recipients posting on Facebook’s Golden Bay Noticeboard. “Can anyone help?”

RIP’s and a host of suggestions flooded in, including contacting the vet and the postie, although there was no address.

Meantime Russell, perched in the kitchen next to the Yorkshire tea, was a glorious mystery.

Finally, on Christmas Eve, Paul Woodward responded: “We just checked to see if my dog Russell’s ashes are still in my car. He has been riding around in the glovebox compartment since 2007 when he passed away. Yep! He’s done a runner!”

Whoever broke into Paul’s car, obviously mistaking Russell’s floral decorated box for a Christmas present, were barking up the wrong tree. At the opposite end of town, realisation of its contents must have prompted a hasty disposal.

“Russell is home now thanks to our great community,” posted a relieved Paul. “After 15 years in the glove compartment, he probably was feeling a bit boxed in!”

Russell was a hare-chasing harrier with a huge personality, and as it turns out, also a lad about town. He loved visiting the Wholemeal Café, socialising and snoozing under tables until discovered by staff and told, “Go home Russell.”

Paul met Russell at the SPCA in Alberta, Canada. They spent four years in the Canadian Arctic where Paul was working, before coming to Golden Bay.

“Everyone knew him,” said Paul. “He had a vocabulary of about 100 words; you could have a really decent conversation with him. It fits his personality to go off wandering like that.”

Facebook followers and past friends of Russell delighted in the happy ending.

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The Golden Bay A&P Show:

Golden Bay’s next A&P Show on 21 January 2023 is celebrating a remarkable 125 years. Some think that this annual event, the biggest in the Bay and always a highlight on the farming calendar, is the best A&P Show in the country.

Registered under the worldwide Royal Agricultural Society, it has always been a traditionally English social occasion, attracting equestrians and other exhibitors and tradespeople from far and wide.

The notion of a Golden Bay A&P Association first arose when a meeting was held in Tākaka in 1893 to gauge interest in setting up a dairy factory. That idea gained no traction at the time for physical and financial reasons. However, many at the meeting were keen to set up an Agricultural and Pastoral Association as Auckland had in 1843, with obvious farming benefits. A committee of 22 men agreed to do so, then drew up rules and a schedule and began seeking suitable land.

The first show was held the following year, on Nelson Anniversary Day, 1 February 1894. The chosen site was James McDonald’s paddock on the main road opposite the present hospital and close to Paines Ford tram stop. It had a natural amphitheatre but was very rough land. Teams of volunteers dug out stumps and logs and planted shade trees along the fence lines. A bandstand was built, marquees for a lunch booth and dairy produce exhibits erected, and areas allocated for animal pens and horse jumping.

The first show had a gala atmosphere and was declared “an unqualified success”. It attracted over 1,000 people in their absolute finery, including 70 who travelled on “excursion” steamers from Nelson, and a similar number from Collingwood. Abundant displays from home and farm were exhibited in the produce “booth”: fruit, veggies, and wines; samples of hops and cocksfoot; nosegays and bridal bouquets; and even a baby show. Over 250 livestock were shown, and popular horse events included “ladies side-saddle jumping” and “obstacle driving”. The Tākaka Brass Band, still in its infancy of 13 years, was a big hit.

But while the next two shows were also held in McDonald’s paddock, the association wanted a more permanent arrangement. In 1897 they held the fourth show at the Recreation Ground, about 10 acres of reclaimed land owned by the athletic club since around 1880. A Recreation Ground Committee was formed to share administration of the land, which had become unmanageable for the athletic club. Cycling had also begun to lose popularity around WW1 with the advent of the motorcar. Endless working bees of volunteers ploughed and re-sowed the swampy ground to improve drainage, but it was never completely levelled until 1959 when the council came on board with machinery.

Hardly a year has been missed since 1894. Only five shows have been cancelled: three in a row from 1942-1944 during World War 2, another in 1948 when a polio epidemic caused

Bob and Ann Taylor with their winning collection of vegetables in the Produce Hall. Ann competed in the show from the age of 10.

The crowd gathers in front of the grandstand at the Golden Bay A&P Show in 1937.

A history of a rural tradition

anxiety about large group gatherings, and in 2022 due to the Covid pandemic. In the mid-1920s, another polio outbreak banned all children under 12 from attending, although many watched from over the fence. One show, 1906-07, was postponed due to floods that made fording rivers impossible. But usually, the weather has been excellent.

The 1900s brought many changes, with new technology and improved transportation and communication. While always a keenly anticipated festive occasion, attendance was often tide-dependent, since bridges were still few across the region.

In 1899 an open grandstand was built, a roof added in 1909 and new seats and toilets added in 1912. Spectators could enjoy the comfort of watching categories like chopping, sawing, sheaf pitching and sheep shearing in all weather. In the ring, popular horsemanship events included the best buggy, sulky or gig, “ladies obstacle driving” and “decorated carriage”. Popular tap and Highland dancing performances were entered by their various clubs.

The publicans and luncheon booths were arranged under the grandstand with a dirt-floored open kitchen under a shade tarp, where hand-pumped water continually boiled in a copper. At the cost of half a crown, lunches of meat and veggies, stewed fruit, plum pudding and home baking were available throughout the day. When the rugby club was formed in 1964, they turned this area into their clubrooms and built a kitchen

lean-to with a floor and showers on the back.

The booth has always been a huge attraction. The earlier calico produce “tent” next to the grandstand was also replaced in 1909 by a tin “booth” to accommodate the growing number of entries. Here could be found every conceivable category, from baking, preserves and other “boutique” home produce (like “plate of fancy butter” and “dish of honey”), to wine, flowers, pickles and soap. Pertinent to the fashions and lifestyle of the times were classes like “card of wool”, “half bushel of oats”, and “12 stalks of maize”, not to mention “something useful made from a benzine box” or “a flourbag”.

Competing was a big deal for whole families, each trying to outdo the other to score the most points. Children were keen exhibitors around the 1920s, their entries held in a “school court” where writing, sewing, needlework, metalwork, and novelty items like bird’s egg collections were judged. In the 1930s, this became an open section for all, titled “industrial”, and included handiwork and craft.

Some old-time favourites remain, but overall, classes in the booth are now generally smaller. As times have changed, some categories, such as the best kept flower garden and the baby show have gone, replaced by contemporary classes like photography, wine, beer and cheese, gluten free and vegan.

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Sharyn is a rural girl from Southland, being brought up surrounded by agriculture. She knew that she would never have a 9-5 job, sitting behind a desk for the rest of her life. After studying at Lincoln University, Sharyn went on to work in the agriculture industry for over 30 years, and in particular The New Zealand Merino Company. Sharyn specializes in Lifestyle and Rural properties in the top of the South region, a career move she wonders why she didn’t make earlier.

A&P Show committee in 1913.

A Hodgkinson. Seated, from left, W Johnston, W Humphries, Dick Hyland, Bill Beard, Bill Baigent, Bill Penny, Fred Feary.

The Golden Bay A&P Show:

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...generations of farming families entering every year but also for the show committee. Most were also farmers, not only preparing their own stock at the same time but also haymaking. Working bees could take up to a fortnight. During the year, the grounds were leased for grazing sheep but cleaning them up was still necessary and voluntary until the council took over maintenance. Until then, blackberry and rushes were annually cleared and raked up. Preparing areas to accommodate the horses, dairy stock, pigs, goats, and fowls was enormous: cleaning and creating yards and ticketing the stalls, building stacked coops for poultry and creating swamp areas for ducks. Sheep, horses and gigs, ring and jumping events required carting in pens and heavy log hurdles by hand from a trailer and laying the courses.

The grandstand was thoroughly cleaned from roosting birds, and rotten boards on all buildings replaced. Booth tables were brought out, covered, and categories marked out.

Certificates and prize money changed according to finances. Ribbon rosettes were once made by hand for all officials, but at times even champion animal ribbons became too expensive. Eventually there were ribbons for all participants in the grand parade. In the very early days, trophies would be biscuit barrels or marble pastry rolling pins.

Many people volunteered as stewards, canvassers, and parking attendants. Gatekeepers were often given a gate percentage to fundraise for their organisation.

For the entrants, many weeks and often months of preparation went into their entries, right up to show morning when farmers’ wives began baking as early as 3am. Categories catered for all prized goods, whether it was garden produce or finely bred livestock. Well-earned reputations were won for “sponge Queen”, “prize pumpkin” or “best bull”. Show morning was always hectic, with whole families helping with milking before leaving, dressed to the nines in hats, gloves, suits and ties with their horse and drays packed with baskets of entries.

In the early shows, there were many different breeds of cattle and sheep and far fewer trade stands. The livestock were groomed on arrival at the showgrounds, often after crossing rivers and travelling long distances overland, arriving thirsty and dusty. Water was carted in buckets for drinking and washing.

Animals were initially tied in their age groups along the fence line to be judged, but when ring leading began, they had to be taught to lead. Pigs made a comeback around that time until the dairy factory began producing whole milk and there was no longer whey to feed them.

The Tākaka Brass Band, having played every show since 1894, has always retained a strong presence, added to by the Motueka Highland Pipe Band in later years and occasionally other visiting bands. At first, they had no uniform, bandstand or shade to play under, but over time they claimed their own spot under the willows, playing throughout the day. Some members would even play in the dance band for the show ball, and again the next day at the races. They always led the Grand Parade of

winners and outstanding entries. The parade is still a major feature of the show, even though it has changed over time. Once it involved mainly animals and horses, but these days tractors, machinery and other big boys’ toys, vintage vehicles and other novelties are included. Carparking once was at ringside so everyone could enjoy the Grand Parade in comfort.

In the early shows, the end of the day wind down was full of competitive fast-paced horseback races and “lady rider” and “side saddle” classes. But by the 1950s, with the popularity of pony club, competitive jumping events were added to the schedule, extending the afternoon. These equestrian events have now become less, due to the expense of horse ownership. Beef classes have also dropped away.

Entertainment, however, has always been a big part of the show. Sturgeons brought their merry-go-rounds in the late 1920s along with shooting galleries, skittle alleys, dice games, hoopla and later, Ferris wheels. Popular entertainment was weightlifting and strongman wrestling along with tugs-of-war and other power games. “Guessing pens” were set up to take a stab at the weight of fat sheep and bulls. Other old-time competitions judged the strongest draught horse, and tossing sheaves of oats with a two-pronged pitchfork, games that died out as the show became more seriously competitive.

Novelty entertainment changes with each show, such as chainsaw art, skydiving, Western-style horse events, draught horses and miniature horses, dog agility, motorbike trick riding, even an ugly face-pulling contest, and beard and whistling competitions.

In early times, exhausted show revellers arriving home would still have to milk cows. They would then don their best evening gear before heading out again to the show ball, often accompanied by “over the Hill” guests. A “smoke” concert with sandwiches and tea, or beer and whiskey was put on to entertain judges and officials, followed by a picnic lunch the next day. For everyone else, the show ball – entry one shilling – was held in the Oddfellows Hall on show night. All would be attired in their dignified formal best, men in suits with white gloves to protect the ladies’ long new ball gowns. Dancing on the powdered floor, conducted by an MC, continued long past midnight. Alcohol was always banned inside the hall, with ladies abstaining, but a sumptuous sit-down supper was served of meats, poultry, salads, trifles, jellies, and fruit salads. The show ball died out sometime after WW2. The increased number of show events made the day longer, and cars by then enabled judges and visitors to return over the Hill. The ball was replaced by an evening in the show buildings, then in 1969 by the cup presentation night in the RSA Hall.

The original date for the show on 1 February always clashed with Nelson Race Day, so in 1949 it was brought forward to the third Saturday in January. Entries had to then close earlier so that catalogues could be printed before Christmas. But this was a perfect time for weather and produce, and because it coincided with holidays, became a busy sociable time with visitors from afar staying in the Bay with friends.

The showgrounds have gone through many other changes

Louise Wells with pet lamb Bridget and pet sheep Willie, 1981.

Pat Hayter and Algie Wilkinson (obscured) in the pairs competition, circa 1940s.

Highland dancing was a feature at the show. Photo circa 1980s.

Sparrow’s newly imported Renault (second from left) was the centre of attention at a show in the early 1900s.

Ella Baigent from East Tākaka and friend in the decorated gig category in the early 1900s.

A&P Show committee 1992. Back row, from left, Bob Taylor, Margaret Balck, Kath McKenzie, Jim Nalder, Roger Rosser, John Bisley, Ann Taylor, Roy Ives. Front, from left, Brian Reilly, Heather Hovenden, Scott Petterson, Wayne Packard, Keith Baigent, Dawn Ives.

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Golden Bay A&P Association

Jubilee show committee. Back row, from left, H Taylor, M Hill, B Johnson, A Wilkinson. Third row, from left, B I Reilly (secretary), C Rogers, B Scott, B Galey, A Scott, I Sparrow, T Windle, I McKenzie, G Petterson. Second row, from left, C P Reilly, G Page, J Cashman, R Ives, K Baigent, H Windle, V Frew, F Hambrook, W Frew. Front row, from left, Mrs H Taylor, Mrs I McKenzie, Miss D Ives, Mrs A Jones, A Jones (vice president), K Page (patron), T Lumsden (president), Mrs T Lumsden, Mrs B Jones, L Rosser, Mrs B I Reilly (assistant secretary).

from the first days of shared responsibility with the athletic club.

Keith Page, life member and patron of the show, gifted in his will land he owned around the current netball courts. Tasman District Council purchased the land where the soccer grounds are now. The purchase of Windle land also increased the showground size.

In 1959, the A&P Show committee donated the grounds to council in exchange for two free days per year and representation on the grounds committee, with a member each from the athletic club, the A&P Association, the football club and two councillors. Big changes then took place including levelling and grassing the grounds and improvements made in the grandstand facilities by the Tākaka Rugby Club. Some of the older buildings were removed or repaired, entrance gates erected, and unstable trees removed.

Major changes have also happened in farming since the show began. Once the communities had multiple people on small farms milking 60 or 70 cows, but these holdings have since conglomerated. Dairy farmers are now bulk-producing milk. There were once up to 30 Friesian pedigree breeders in the Bay, now there are none. The half-breeds, like Jersey/ Friesian cross have replaced the pedigree Jerseys and pedigree shorthorns. Farmers no longer have the time to teach cows to lead and bulls led by a rope through the nose are not allowed in the ring; Health and Safety regulations have changed some

categories forever.

Regardless of the changes, the show itself is still healthy despite new regulations and expenses, like the cost of traffic management and the need to provide transport and accommodation for judges and performers in the main attractions. However, the Lions Club have always provided good support managing the gate and sponsors plus grants from pub charities pay for ribbons and other prizes.

The biggest issue facing the committee is getting people to help. Once there might have been 50 people on the committee guided by an executive, and many more volunteers. These days the show is led by a dedicated core group, many of whom have been involved for much of their lives. The number of volunteers has dwindled, and younger, enthusiastic people are urgently needed to take up the baton to ensure the show continues.

Committee members believe that what makes this show popular is its ability to make memories. Today’s show is no exception, the outcome of 125 years of honouring the skills and achievements of many carried over from the past, while accommodating innovative ideas and technology of today.

This show continues to be one of the few truly authentic events left; a place to showcase animals, produce and machinery and to enjoy an old-fashioned family fun day out.

Our thanks to A&P Association committee members past and present, and their families, who provided the photos - Ed.

Alison Harris and her prize-winning goat, circa 1980s.

Keith Page, life member and patron of the show, pictured 1979.

Ernie Wadsworth and Ron Nesbit – Champion and Reserve Champion bull, 1948.

75th

Church undergoes conversion

At nearly 100 years old, the iconic former St Aiden’s Church in Motupipi is enjoying a new lease of life, following a comprehensive restoration by owners Megan and Bryan Bell.

Says Megan, “We are caretakers of something that has special memories for the Bay community. Since starting [this process] I have had locals knock at the [church] door and share memories of getting married or attending Sunday school here.”

Bryan first purchased the church (built in 1925) when it came up for tender in 1999 and named it the Belltower, in a nod to the distinctive church belltower and his own surname. “I was drawn to the building itself, it seemed like an awesome building,” he says.

St Aiden’s was deconsecrated and opened to the public as an art gallery, where Bryan made and sold jewellery and exhibited works from local artists until 2006. Bryan then used St Aiden’s as his bachelor pad, along with his motorbikes (which he stored inside the church) – Bryan notes that some readers will understand his rationale.

A shared love of motorbikes brought Bryan and Megan together in 2014, with a marriage and son soon to follow. In need of some “serious attention”, restoration work started in earnest in August 2020, with a massive two-year effort to recapture the Belltower’s former glory. Says Megan, “Our objective has always been about preserving such a unique building so that lots of people can enjoy and share the space.”

With a mammoth task ahead, Megan “started at the fence and worked my way inwards” with the top-to-toe project comprising plastering; insulation; internal and external painting; floor sand and polish; new lighting and bathroom; and an updated kitchen.

The couple “scrambled up ladders and scaffolding to clean and oil the inordinately high and very beautiful original native timber ceiling”. Megan also turned her hand to furniture restoration.

During the process the couple learnt that “people are very attracted to the building – and just curious about what is inside”. Consequently, they have elected to provide short stays for up to five visitors wanting a unique historical experience. The funds are earmarked for further restoration work, starting with a replacement roof.

Ideally located on a cycle lane 6km from town, 3km from the beach and 100m from a distillery; the accommodation offers broad appeal for Bay visitors looking for something special. Megan points out that despite its unique character, the Belltower is not suitable as a family home due to considerations

such as size and semi-open plan layout.

The couple are thrilled with what they have managed to achieve with the Belltower. “I have learnt to give things a go,” says Megan. “[I have discovered] what I am capable of and what I can achieve myself.”

Bryan enjoyed the problem-solving aspect of the project. “You are constantly thrown challenges and you have to learn to problem-solve on the fly.”

The Bell family, Bryan, Megan and Lachie, outside their beautiful Belltower. Photo: Rosa Volz.

Ngā mihi o te tau hou e te whānau.

Tākaka Police were delighted with the behaviour over the Christmas and New Year period. Apart from a bit of drunken violence at Pōhara Beach between youths, and a few intoxicated drivers the Christmas and New Year’s celebrations went off without too much drama.

• 3500 people enjoyed Twisted Frequency in the Cobb Valley over four days and there were no calls to service for Police which is pretty impressive.

• 22 December: A 28-year-old Nelson male was processed for drink driving and warned for possession of cannabis and possession of a pipe. He appears in the Nelson District Court 2 February.

• 27 December: Four persons enjoying a motorboat and seabiscuit needed rescuing after their boat capsized off Pōhara Beach. Luckily they were doing the right thing and all were wearing life jackets. Nobody was injured. Thanks to those that came to their aid.

• 28 December: Police were called out to a male and female arguing in the middle of the night at Pakawau Campground. They had departed prior to Police arrival. Hopefully they have worked things out!

• 28 December: A 36-year-old Nelson male was summonsed to court for drink driving after bumping into a child on a bicycle at Pakawau Campground. He had his licence suspended for 28 days and appears in court 2 February.

The child was not injured.

• 29 December: A 19-year-old local male was charged with sustained loss of traction and wilful damage after doing donuts in the loose gravel in the Fonterra carpark. He appears in court 19 January.

• 31 December: A 35-year-old local male was issued a $200 fine and 50 demerits for driving with excess breath alcohol.

• 31 December: A 39-year-old male from Motueka was processed for driving with excess breath alcohol. He appears in the Nelson District Court 23 January.

• 1 January: An 18-year-old and a 21-year-old, both from over the hill, received formal warnings for fighting after too much alcohol on NYE at Pōhara Beach. Police will be enforcing the liquor ban more vigorously next year

with these youngsters in the hope of avoiding a repeat performance.

Three fishing rods were stolen from a boat parked in Beach Road, Parapara sometime over the last five weeks. Pretty disappointing for the owner to arrive and discover this.

• 2 January: Two local youth are being dealt with through an Alternative Action Plan after stealing a quantity of cash and some cannabis from an insecure vehicle parked outside the Mussel Inn. The owner of the car was warned for possession of cannabis, but did get his money back!

• A kids’ walkie talkie and a silver chain bracelet has been found at Tata Beach. Also a kids “Marvel” wallet was found in town. If these are yours, come see us.

• 5 January: A 60-year-old local male was processed for drink driving. He appears in court 31 January.

A point bag of unknown crystal substance was found on Tōtaranui Beach and handed to Police. Pop in if you think it’s yours!

• 8 January: Three properties were entered unlawfully by a 28-year-old Nelson man who was located and held in custody to appear 9 January. He has been bailed to Christchurch and next appears in court in February.

• The roads are crazy busy, keep your speed down and make sure you have a sober driver. Stay safe.

Ngā mihi nui, Tākaka Pirihimana.

Pilate is Tickled Pink

Church Christmas Fest

JOYCE WYLLIE

On a fine evening before Christmas Ōnekakā Hall was the venue for the annual Kahurangi Christian Church Christmas Fest . “Angels” stood around the table sharing food with “Wise Men”. ‘Mary” put “Baby Jesus” down on the grass while she competed in fun games with the “Shepherds”. A very youthful “Joseph” swung on the swings. “King Herod” appeared in a play entertained by a skilled “court jester”. And at the end of the event they all came together to sing Christmas carols by candlelight. Next Christmas season they will all be back to celebrate good news again.

Right: “Angel “ Aynsley supervises the shepherd crook relay race while behind “shepherds” kneel for the changing heart challenge.

Motupipi Hall book fair

ANITA PETERS

Pakawau’s pink coffee cart is serving up something special alongside the regular hot and cold drinks – fresh donuts.

Tickled Pink’s owner Pilate Neame says the sweet treats are selling like, er, hot cakes. “People love a good donut.”

Sited on the forecourt of Pakawau Beach Park, just opposite the campground shop, Pilate’s cute cart is handy for hungry campers as well as for locals and passers-by. The food cabinet displays a selection of her hand-made donuts – cakey spheres topped with powdered sugar and filled with creamy flavours which include peanut butter and chocolate, salted caramel and vanilla custard.

Pilate says she got the idea from her previous work in a local café. “We did them a few years ago and they proved popular.” With a dearth of donuts in Golden Bay, she saw an opening for her enterprise. “No-one else does them.”

The distinctive cart was purchased in its present pink livery. “We just found it and it was perfect,” says Pilate, who explains that it took a while longer to come up with the Tickled Pink title.

Tickled Pink is serving coffee and donuts 8am-2pm Tuesday-Saturday and in the pop-up shop at Choco Loco in Tākaka every Wednesday and Thursday.

The annual New Year book fair at the Motupipi Hall was a timely reprieve for holidaymakers looking to escape the rain. Book hunters poured in to grab a bargain bag of books, or purchase homemade jam, pickles or fresh summer veggies.

Motupipi Hall president Bert Nalder, whose association with this historic building goes back to when it was a school, was happy with the turnout. A team of helpers were on hand including former Motupipi School principal Mark Cullen who sorted and categorised.

The book fairs have been the hall’s major fundraiser now for more than 20 years. There are at least four held annually, usually with lunch included, which has since become too difficult with the advent of Covid.

Funds currently raised will be used to replace a large heater in the hall with two heat pumps, but there are always various other items needed.

“Things come up all the time,” says Bert, “but the book fairs are a really good money earner for us.”

Donations: Contact Bert Nalder, ph 525 8064, or vice president Don McIntyre, ph 525 7109 or books can be left in the foyer. See “Wanted” advertisement on page 18.

GOLF RESULTS: 21 December. Stableford:

42,

35, R Tait 34. Closest to pin: 3/12 J Garner, 4/13 R

gross: J Solly 83. 24 December. Stableford: M Dixon 44, R Young 42, R Heuvel 38. Front 9 winner: J Thomason. Back 9 winner: S Bensemann. Closest to pin: 3/12 W Collie, 4/13 J Hambleton, 8/17 J Bensemann, 9/18 C Hadler. Twos: M Dixon. Happy wanderer: R Miller. Best gross: R Dyce 79. 28 December. Stableford: R Young 49, G Little 46, D Win 41. Closest to pin: 3/12 R Young, 4/13 and 9/18 D Win, 8/17 C Hadler. Twos: B Schumke, D Win (2). Best

gross: D Win 73. 31 December.Stableford: C Hadler 36, M Dixon 34, W Collie 32. Closest to pin: 3/12 M Brown, 4/13 J Thomason, 8/17 and 9/18 W Collie. Twos: M Dixon. Happy wanderer: M Brown. Best gross: W Collie 78. 3 January. 9-hole stableford: R Reynish 21. Closest to pin: 9/18 S Meredith. 3 January. Stableford: R Heuvel 37, J Garner 36, R Young 36. Two: W Collie. Best gross: W Collie 74. 7 January. Stableford: N Gardiner 42, C Hadler 42, R Dyce 40. Closest to pin: 3/12 and 9/18 B Schmuke, 4/13 and 8/17 R Dyce. Two 7/16: W Collie. Best gross: W Collie 71.

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Pilate Neame and her Tickled Pink coffe and donut cart.

Photo: Jo Richards.

J Solly

R Young

Dyce. Best

Protecting native species from introduced predators in the Heaphy Lowland and Oparara Basin

The Department of Conservation (DOC) in Westport is going to control rats and possums over 88,924 hectares. This is scheduled for the first clear weather window between late January and April.

Native wildlife and forests need protection

The area surrounding the Heaphy river and Oparara basin is known for its lush forests and nikau palms. Giant northern rata, rare coastal cress, roroa/great spotted kiwi, powelliphanta/ giant carnivorous land snails, whio/blue duck and pekapeka/ long-tailed bats are a few of the endangered species found in this area. Rats and possums are the main predators for Powelliphanta snails, of which five of the species are unique to the Heaphy valley. Stoats predate kiwi eggs and chicks.

Due to consistently high seed production, warm and diverse habitats and the lack of any natural control events, rat numbers are constantly high in the Heaphy Lowland and Oparara area

For these native species to survive and breed successfully, predator populations need to be kept to low levels. Operations are being planned in many parts of Kahurangi in 2023 and 2024.

Why we are controlling introduced predators

Native species are fighting for survival due to predation from rats, stoats and possums. Without protection, we risk losing the unique natural heritage and biodiversity within the Heaphy catchment and Oparara Basin.

We are doing long term studies on a number of native species in the operational area to monitor their progress. For example, monitoring of bird calls between 2017 and 2021 in the Heaphy River Valley shows the population of great spotted kiwi/roroa is growing. There are also three times more rockwren here than other comparable South Island sites where 1080 predator control is not conducted.

By keeping rodent numbers at low levels, the long-term goal is to allow for the reintroduction of species such as mohua/yellowhead, tieke/saddleback and kākāpō

Through sustained predator control using 1080, there is a big increase in breeding success for native birds, their food source is more abundant, and the forest canopy is healthier.

Our plan to protect native species

The safest and most effective method we have to control possums, rats and stoats over large areas is to use biodegradable cereal bait pellets containing 1080. This bait targets rodents and possums. Stoats are also controlled through secondary poisoning as they feed on the carcasses of the dead rodents.

Helicopters will safely and precisely distribute bait across the forest area along pre-determined and monitored flight paths. This is the only viable method to control predators in the Heaphy Lowland and Oparara Basin due to the vast and rugged terrain.

Supplemental ground control, using hand-laid 1080 pellets, will be undertaken around sensitive areas and other places unsuitable for aerial methods. All ground control will be carried out within 14 days of aerial toxin application.

This operation begins with the distribution of non-toxic pre-feed bait pellets (sandy coloured). This prepares possums and rodents to eat the toxic bait (dyed green) that is applied afterwards. Both baits are about 16 mm in diameter and cylindrical shaped.

Consultation and permissions

DOC has consulted with hapū, iwi and key stakeholders including landowners adjacent to the operational area.

DOC managers in certain positions are delegated the power of the Environmental Protection Agency to decide applications for permission to use 1080 on land administered or managed by DOC. Permission has been granted for this operation.

DOC has also received the required permission from the Ministry of Health.

DOC ensures that all legal and policy requirements are met, and that any potential risks of the operation are managed.

Managing risk

1080 is poisonous to humans, domestic and game animals. In areas where the toxin has been applied, dogs are highly at risk until poisoned carcasses have disintegrated. This takes four-to-eight months or longer.

There will be warning signs placed at entrances to the operational area immediately prior to the operation.

Risks can be eliminated by following these rules:

DO NOT touch bait

WATCH children at all times

DO NOT EAT animals from this area or within the buffer zone outside the treatment boundary. The buffer zone is 2 km for deer and pigs, 200 m for rabbits, and 1 km for hares, tahr, wallabies and possums.

Poison baits or carcasses are DEADLY to DOGS

Observe these rules whenever you see warning signs about pesticides. These signs indicate pesticide residues may be still present in baits and poisoned carcasses. When signs are removed, normal activities can resume. If in doubt, check with your local DOC office. Please report suspected vandalism or unauthorised removal of signs.

If you suspect poisoning, please contact:

- Your local doctor of hospital OR The National Poisons Centre: 0800 764 766 (urgent calls) or 03 479 7248 OR dial 111

- Seek veterinary advice for suspected poisoning of domestic animals.

For more information

Please contact: Operational planner at the DOC Kawatiri / Westport Office, 72 Russell Street, Westport, Ph 03 788 8008, email: westport@doc.govt.nz OR Vector Free Marlborough, PO Box 5171, Springlands, Blenheim 7241, Ph 0508 548 008, email: communications@vectorfree.co.nz

Visit the DOC website: More information about DOC’s National Predator Control Programme is available on our website www.doc.govt.nz/our-work/ national-predator-control-programme

Map of predator control area within the Heaphy Lowand and Oparara Basin You can see operational updates and detailed maps of predator control on public conservation land on the DOC website. www.doc.govt.nz/nature/pestsand-threats/pesticide-summaries

PERSONAL NOTICES / Pānui ake

CURNOW, Marion Florence. 26 September 1929 – 15 December 2022. Passed away peacefully aged 93 years. Now reunited with her late husband John. Loved mum of Stuart and Jan Curnow , Alan and Sandra Curnow, Judith and Robert Hambrook, Margaret and Mark Cowin. Adored Nana of her 12 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Marion arrived in Takaka as a young Home Economics teacher. Married John Curnow and farmed in the Aorere Valley before retiring to Richmond.

TOPINE, Edward Ngawai/Topine, Richard Tehemara (interred). Rongo, Deborah, Robert, Alice, Brent, families of Eddie and Richard Topine sincerely wish to thank each and everyone for our family at this very sad time. Thank you for your donations, flowers, cards, condolences, lovely stories and kind words. Thank you to the medical staff of Ward 11 Nelson Hospital, St John Ambulance and our Onetahua Marae whānau, Rev Tremain Mikaere, Barney Thomas and Matuku Funeral Services for all their mahi, guidance and support. Eddie and Richard, forever in our hearts.

PUBLIC NOTICES / Pānui a whānui

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

PATTISONS SWIMMING LESSONS: 4 and 5 February. Excellent swimming tuition for five- to 12-year-olds at the heated Rockville Pool. Four lessons for $47. Ph Jordy 03 548 0932.

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

CURIOUS about Quakers? Come and check us out. Ph Jude 524 8291. <www.quakers.nz>

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. We’re a Charitable Trust – a $30 donation (on our website freshfm.net) is tax deductible.

CLASSIFIEDS

ANEL BAKER Physiotherapy at 22 Meihana Street, Tākaka. Ph/txt for an appointment 021 053 4337.

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.

HEARING. This month’s clinic for the Nelson Hearing Association takes place on Friday 20 January from 1pm at the brown chalet outside GBCH. It has been a long time since we have seen many of you. I hope the new location and time will be acceptable. Please phone me for an appointment 525 7465 or 021 928 455. I can clean and dry your aids, provide spare parts and give advice. Consultations cost $10 or are free to members. Morfydd.

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

MEDICAL DOCTOR does private consultations in integrative medicine. NZ registered. 40 years’ experience. Second opinions and intravenous therapies. Bruce R Dooley MD, ph 525 7125, health@drdooley.co.nz

NATURAL nail care studio: Specialising in non-toxic high quality pedicure services, difficult nail conditions. Ph/txt Amy Anderson 020 4079 0646.

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021 056 7548 thrive.therapies@gmail.com | www.thrivetherapies.co.nz

HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora

February 2023,

much loved beach house fully furnished, and literally ready for you to walk in when they walk out in April Having been the first to build, they secured sea views by purchasing the vacant Lot in front That 791 sqm section is also offered for sale, and can be purchased jointly or separately At 160sqm, this is a generously sized holiday home, with all day sun There are two bedrooms, two bathrooms and the garage is fully lined, offering scope for a games room or storing a modest boat The Tender closes February 14th, 2pm with offers invited over $700,000 Call Billy today to organise a private inspection or come along to the open home this Sunday

71B Richmond Road, Pohara || Tender, closing 14th February 2023, 2pm

Elevation is the key to securing bay wide sea views and at 50m above sea level with established homes in the foreground you can plan your new build secure in the knowledge that the sea views are for keeps The key to a straight forward build is a nice level section, and once again this property ticks that box and it is outside of the Coastal Environment zone My clients are also selling their holiday home at 73B Richmond Road, across the way, there is potential to make an offer for both, and save time and money on building! The Tender closes February 14th, 2pm with offers invited over $400,000 Call Billy today to organise a private inspection or come along to the open home this Sunday

O P E N H O M E T I M E S

Sunday 15th January

2297 Takaka-Cwd Hwy, Collingwood

73b Richmond Road, Pohara

71b Richmond Road, Pohara

12:00 - 12:30pm 2:00 - 2:30pm 2:30 - 3:00pm

2297 Takaka-Collingwood Highway, Collingwood || Priced $465,000 With a footprint of approx 64m2 plus decks, this fully insulated and double-glazed home is your perfect Golden Bay hideaway The layout provides one bedroom, adjacent bathroom, compact laundry, and open plan living and dining Recently, new carpets and curtains have completed the project After dark just down the garden path, an outdoor bathtub invites you to relax and unwind A 10ft storage container has been positioned upon a concrete pad, the perfect place

Taxation

and general business support for clients of all shapes and sizes. Available evenings and weekends. Ph Bronwyn 027 268 4010,

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.

ARCHITECTURAL design, residential housing. Ph Peter Fersterer 525 8132.

BLINDS, Luxaflex® has been adding style and sophistication to New Zealand windows since the 1950’s. Imagine designs, 96b Commercial St, Tākaka for a free measure and quote, ph Tracey 027 440 0071.

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.

CLEANER, 10+ years’ experience. Change of tenancy, sale and purchase, and builders’ cleans only. Carpet cleaning available. Equipment and supplies included. Ph 022 042 4900.

ELEMENTAL Design and Build: New builds, renos, refits, alterations. Environmentally-conscious builders specialising in natural builds. www.elementalbuild.nz, ph 022 087 6396, hello@elementalbuild.nz

FLORIST, local florist for flowers for all occasions, call now and place your order 027 758 1138 or online www. goldenbayflowers.co.nz. Teresa Brough Designer Florist. FREEVIEW TV, radio, HiFi, WiFi, electronics. Ph 027 246 2432.

GB CHIMNEY SWEEPING, SPIDER AND FLY SPRAYING Ph 524 8795 or 027 434 5405

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

GOLDEN BAY ROOFING

Maintenance, leaks, repairs and roofing supplies. Licensed Roofer. Ph 027 395 0037.

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

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?

Thinking of selling your rental property?

Recent changes to tenancy law have altered the notice periods for selling your rental property and has specific requirements to be met for the different notices Failure to adhere to them is unlawful

Get in touch for obligation free advice

KRW

021 307 019. No job too big, no job too small.

LANDSCAPE design, new designs, re-designs, consultation.

Knees Gardens, Deb Jones, ph 027 751 1060, muddykneesgardens@gmail.com

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

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

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

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

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

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

SEPTIC TANKS EMPTIED. Ph 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.

Jenna Bowden | jenna bowden@raywhite com | 027 525 7229

Abel Tasman Accounting Limited

Xero Certified, Public Practice CA.

services

bronwyn@abeltasmanaccounting.co.nz

Contracting. Tiling, Ardex licensed waterproofing applicator, blocklaying and bricklaying. Ph Ken

Muddy

Billy Kerrisk Licenced Agent & Business Owner 0276085606

Mickayla Ormsby Licenced Salesperson 0272978477

FOR SALE / Hei hokohoko

GARAGE sale. Tomorrow, 33 Feary Crescent Tākaka. Doors open 9am. Parking on street only. Please keep lane free for residents.

GARAGE sale. Downsizing, one of everything, two of some. Saturday 14 January, 1pm onwards. Do the market then visit us at Park Avenue, Tākaka.

BASIL, four pots for $10. Large bushy plants ready to harvest; at 35 Washbourne Road.

AUTOMOTIVE, marine and deep cycle batteries in stock now at Steve Prince Auto Electrical. Ph 027 616 5211.

GRAZING available for 50-60 dairy replacement heifers from 31 March 2023 to 31 March 2024. Please contact Shaun and Jenny, ph 027 362 9487, chiselhill.contracting@gmail.com

NATIVE trees and grasses at TLC Nursery. Big grade trees available and welcoming orders for 2023. Ph 525 6183.

TRACKS: curtain, 10 colours, double and various bracket lengths. Curtain liners, blockout, triplewoven, sunteen, plenty gorgeous fabrics and sheers from NZs leading textile houses. Imagine designs, in Z fuel stop, Tākaka.

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

STIHL TS420 petrol concrete saw. Excellent running condition, now surplus to requirements. 66.7c motor, 3.2 kW engine power, 125mm maximum cutting depth. Comes with 350mm diamond blade. Retails at $2450, sell for $1100. Ph 027 451 4526.

BEAUTIFUL Eucalyptus Saligna, 12 months barn stored and drying well. Milled in various widths and thicknesses for furniture or joinery. Ph Simon for further details 021 158 5797.

WANTED / Hiahia

MOTUPIPI Hall. Books wanted especially men’s and women’s novels. Please drop off to hall foyer. Thanks.

PROPERTY WANTED / Rawa hiahia

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

PROPERTY AVAILABLE

LAND for sale. 15.7ha (38.8 acres) of hillside seven minutes’ from town. Situated above the Anatoki River with views of Golden Bay out to the sea. For more information see Trade Me Property ID# HQP716 or ph 021 259 3293.

ROTOTAI Retreat, fantastic accommodation close to town sleeps eight, now listed on Bachcare.

SITUATIONS

ADMIN/ bookeeping role, local building development, 2530 hours/week. Job description on request, email kiaora@ takakacohousing.co.nz

Youth Support Worker

Are you looking for a time-flexible job with an hourly pay rate above average? If you are astute & a good listener with empathy talk to one of our coaches at TWM, cell 027 627 9255 (Mon-Thu, 12-4pm) for more information

PPT 20 hrs/week, plus after hours on the on -call roster

Te Whare Mahana - Community Mental Health Service (CMHS) is seeking a dynamic Youth Support Worker to deliver focused-based, recoveryorientated interventions to service users as part of a multidisciplinary team

The prospective recruit will:

Hold relevant mental-health-specific experience

Demonstrate excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Utilise initiative

Have a full clean driver’s license

Be computer literate

The successful candidate will maintain a caseload, participate in a mental health crisis on -call roster and be supported by mental health professionals in an empathetic & collaborative team

For more information, a detailed job description and our TWM application forms, please visit our webpage www.twm.org.nz/careers

If this is you, please send your complete application to hr@twm.org.nz. Application close: OPEN until filled!

Registered Nurse – The Doctors Motueka

We are a busy rural general practice with a dynamic extended care team.

We are looking for an experienced Registered Nurse to join our friendly pro-active team.

We have position(s) available 3 days a week up to 1.0 FTE with negotiable hours / days of the week for the right candidate(s).

You will have at least 3 years post-grad clinical experience, a can-do attitude, willingness to learn and work together as part of a team and a passion for provision of high-quality healthcare in a primary setting.

A current NZNC APC is essential.

Benefits of working with us include:

• Newly renovated practice setting

• Supportive environment for extension of RN scope

• Opportunity to undertake Post Grad education

• Competitive renumeration

For more information or to apply please email CV & Cover Letter to Jennifer.cederman@mo.thedoctors.co.nz

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

COURTHOUSE CAFÉ, Collingwood. Open 7 days, 8am-3pm. Saturday nights are pizza nights, 5-7.30pm, dine in or takeaway. Ph 524 8194.

DANGEROUS KITCHEN. Open Tuesday-Saturday, 9am-8pm. For bookings and takeaways ph 525 8686.

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

OLD SCHOOL CAFÉ Open 7 days, 11am-8.30pm for dining. 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.

UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere

Te Whare Mahana – DBT Service is seeking a dynamic Registered Nurse to deliver health- focused support to service users in our residential programme as part of a multidisciplinary team

This individual should demonstrate excellent communication and problem-solving skills, utilise initiative, and Mental Health experience would be an advantage

The successful candidate will maintain support for our 6 residents and staff, participate in service planning and crisis management, assist with interagency coordination as part of a supportive and collaborative team, and coordinate infection control activities across the organization

For

www.twm.org.nz/careers

Health Care Assistants (Casual positions available)

We are currently looking for enthusiastic Health Care Assistants to join our dedicated team who are committed to providing the very best in health care to the Golden Bay community.

Our Health Care Assistants are supported through career progression, including apprenticeships in conjunction with Career Force, which is an accredited NZQA Qualification.

About Us Golden Bay Community Health is an Integrated Health Facility that includes a wide range of primary, secondary and community care including 24 hospital and rest home beds and acute/flexi-beds.

About You

• Experience in General/Aged Care is desirable

• Friendly, helpful and compassionate Please note to apply for this position you must:

1. Be eligible to work in NZ

2. Receive a satisfactory police check

If this sounds like the opportunity you have been waiting for, we would love to hear from you today. Don’t hesitate - apply online now at nbph.org.nz/careers

For more information please contactVictoria Hingaia, Nurse Manager Victoria.Hingaia@nbph.org.nz

SUNDAY 15 JANUARY

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

MONDAY 16 JANUARY

BOARD GAMES at Mohua Social Services, 5.30-10pm, Facebook group “Board Gaming in Golden Bay”.

TUESDAY 17 JANUARY

GB WEEKLY DEADLINE: noon on Tuesdays. Late fees apply until 4pm Tuesdays, if space is available. Stitch ‘n Sew is our agent in Tākaka. Or you can email us: admin@gbweekly.co.nz or phone us 027 525 8679.

WEDNESDAY 18 JANUARY

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

LATER EVENTS

TWO-PART VALUES EXPLORATION WORKSHOP, 21 and 28 January, 12-2.30pm, to book contact Rebecca 021 0260 2961.

GOLDEN BAY A&P SHOW, Saturday 21 January. At the Rec Park, Tākaka.

TAKE NOTE, closed Saturday 21 January. See you at the A&P Show instead.

VACANT / Tūranga wātea

/ Rawa watea

SITUATIONS VACANT / Tūranga wātea

The Mussel Inn

Coming Up...

Sat 14th NEWTOWN ROCKSTEADY, $20

Sun 15th NEWTOWN ROCKSTEADY unplugged, $15

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

Fri 27th RICHTER CITY REBELS, $20

Mon 30th BAZURKA, FREE!

FEBRUARY

Wed 1st THE BARLEYSHAKES, $15

Wed 8th NIGEL GAVIN & SONIA WILSON, $15

Sat 11th SASSAFRAS, $20

Tue 14th SCOTT COOK, $15

Sat 18th JOHN LLOYD & PHIL DOUBLET, $15

Sun 19th NIKAU HARP TRIO, $20

Wed 22nd JOEL FAFARD, $15

Sat 25th SOMEBODY DO SOMETHING, $20

Sun 26th ESTHER SWIFT, $20 for more details see www.musselinn.co.nz

FRIDAY 20TH JANUATY

SATURDAY 21ST JANUARY roots & fruits with galanjah FRIDAY 27TH JANUARY no broadcast - live

SATURDAY 28TH JANUARY sisters in sound FRIDAY 3RD FEBRUARY bazurka balkan-jazz fusion Lo

SATURDAY 4TH FEBRUARY yatra pre-party

L SUNDAY 5TH FEBRUARY galanjah night

Friday: Southerlies dying away with sea breezes developing. Cloudy periods with a few showers developing, especially about the hills.

Saturday: Easterlies near Farewell and afternoon sea breezes in other coastal areas. Fine and cloudy intervals Sunday: Southwesterlies developing about Farewell, light winds elsewhere. Mainly fine and mild

Monday: Light winds with afternoon sea breezes. Fine and becoming warm

Tuesday: Cooler southeasterlies developing with increasing cloud and a few showers likely

Open 10am-5pm. www.earthseagallery.com

CHURCH SERVICES ON SUNDAYS

GOLDEN Bay Anglican Church warmly invites

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 – 15 and 29 January 2023; traditional services (with a speaker) held on 22 January.

FRIDAY 13TH JANUARY

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

ST Andrews Presbyterian Church extends a warm welcome to join us for morning worship at 10am. Matty Grant.