The GB Weekly - 28 July 2023

Winter warmer a winner

Council blocks flats

A plan to build 14 pensioner flats in Tākaka is effectively dead in the water.

Tasman District Council (TDC) indicated in an email from resource consents manager Katrina Lee, dated 7 July, that a resource consent application from Golden Bay/Mohua Affordable Housing Project (GBMAHP) was likely to be declined.

The rationale provided by TDC is that flood mitigation measures proposed by GBMAHP are insufficient but also implied that policy emphasis had hardened from “mitigating” to “avoiding” risk.

The unexpected news is a major blow to GBMAHP which has already spent $50,000 on fees and charges and was in line for a $3m Government grant to help finance the development. All that has now been lost, along with the prospect of homes specially designed for seniors and people with disabilities, says GBMAHP executive officer Chris Bennett. “It’s particularly disappointing since we had expressions of interest in the pensioner flats from 27 individuals. What is the plan to cater for these people now? None unfortunately. We’ve missed the boat for the grant.”

Last Sunday, the Golden Bay Mountain Bike Club (GBMBC) gathered at the Rameka track carpark to undertake their third Winter Warmer fundraising event.

Taking off at 10am, the five-hour relay led uphill for two kilometres, and two kilometres downhill. Participants rode as many laps as they could, marking each on the scoreboard upon their return. Most riders aimed to better their previous year’s score.

“It’s a self-competition, and gives the winner bragging rights,” said club secretary Jenny Thompson. “It’s fun, it’s a social thing… people can come up for a few hours or the whole day.”

Families came along to ride or relax in the sun and support the riders. Many children proved to be keen mountain bikers.

Local business support was evident. An NBS gazebo provided shelter for Bruce Chick, who was busy cooking his renowned burgers. Alongside, the ITM barbeque was in action sizzling sausages. The Mussel Inn provided non-alcoholic beverages for thirsty riders, and Paul Bowden was kept busy in his coffee

cart. DJ Kaylee B from Nelson provided music, adding to the festive feel.

TG Contractors had graded two truckloads of gravel they donated for the carpark.

“It used to be rough – now this is such a hub. It’s become a hive of activity,” said club president Karl Thompson.

He credits biking enthusiast Rob Dawson with “chipping away” to re-open the historical Rameka Track. But it was Bruce Chick who started the club back in 2008, inspired by mountain biking and keen on engaging youth in the sport.

“Bruce is a very active member,” said Karl. “He is project manager of the Pikikirunga Track.”

Last year’s fundraising participants had to be sponsored per lap, which resulted in raising $10,000 for the Pikikirunga Trail on Tākaka Hill.

This year, the set fee of $30 per entrant plus funds raised will go back to the club for running costs and trail maintenance.

Bruce produced some figures. “In the last five years, the GBMBC has spent over $123,000 on track building and trail maintenance in our district; over $15,000 on club and community

events; and over $3,000 on youth sponsorship and support. These dollar values do not reflect the huge amount of volunteer hours poured into these events.”

Furthermore, the 2018 Berl report on the economic benefit of mountain biking states:

“As a result of the mountain bike trails in the Nelson-Tasman region… it will generate for the Nelson-Tasman economy a total of $15.5 million in GDP… the total annual economic impact in ten years’ time will be $39.5 million in GDP…”

All that voluntary input from club members working with Project Rameka Inc and with the Department of Conservation (DOC) at Canaan Downs clearly pays off. They do it for fitness, the satisfaction of achieving goals, socialization, for youth, and the future.

Club members Steve Cottle, Daphne Dijk, Chris Overmeer, Karl, and other volunteers also take youth out riding after school.

“Youth riding starts up again in term four and runs through to term one,” said Steve.

As social media creator for the club, Steve advises people to make contact via www. goldenbaymtb.club or Facebook.

GBMAHP’s 109-page resource consent application, submitted in April, details how flood risk was assessed using detailed modelling to ensure the design of mitigation measures was compliant with the RMA, the Tasman Resource Management Plan, Nelson Tasman Land Development Manual (NTLDM) and the Nelson Tasman Inundation Practice Note.

Accordingly, the resource consent application proposed: “The dwellings will have a floor level of at least 10m [above chart datum] to cater for the 1% AEP [a one in 100-year] flood. This will give a minimum freeboard of 0.62m, in excess of the 0.5m required in the NTLDM.”

Katrina Lee’s response, however, made it clear that TDC rejected the proposed measures. “Simply putting dwellings on piles is not considered to sufficiently mitigate flood hazard risk… We also think that the use of flood prone land and dwellings that will have impeded access during flood events for pensioner housing is not appropriate.”

Chris clearly does not agree with that assessment. “We of course have a different view to TDC insofar as our engineers and planners consider that all the risks from flooding could be mitigated – otherwise we wouldn’t be doing this. However, TDC has their statutory responsibility and...

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RONNIE SHORT

Families relaxed in the sunshine between completing laps of the Rameka track last Sunday. GBMBC president Karl Thompson (foreground right) with his son Revi and Jen Thompson enjoying the ambiance. Photo: Ronnie Short.

COUNCIL BLOCKS FLATS

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...don’t agree and, in the end, it’s their call.”

He is disappointed that council failed to signal a hardening of approach when they asked GBMAHP for additional information in February, something Chris interpreted as a “yellow light to proceed” with the application. “We wouldn’t have spent some $50,000 of time and consulting fees in the intervening period so this has set us back quite a bit.”

What next?

All future options, such as requesting a formal decision from TDC, or an independent commissioner hearing, would incur involve significant additional costs.

Chris says the priority now needs to switch away from the Reilly Street development. “This has been our focus and we've significantly depleted our finances so need to get some more funding to continue building houses. We have a consent for a 3 bedroom family home just past the hospital and we will do that when we can find some people to invest funds in the project.”

Dallas Beckett

Place names unveiled at library

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On Monday afternoon, Tākaka library staff and Manawhenua ki Mohua participated in a blessing of local place names, which were then unveiled.

Thirty-two ngā ingoa whenua tupuna ō Mohua, complete with translations and kowhaiwhai design, adorn the wall opposite the library entrance.

Reverend Harvey Ruru delivered karakia and Manawhenua ki Mohua (MKM) sang a waiata. Branch librarian Carolyn Roberts responded and welcomed everyone. She addressed the crowd on behalf of library assistant Sarah Warlock, who had instigated and seen the project through to completion.

Sarah thanked Te Ahu Rei, who undertook the first te reo translations, which explained the multiple meanings. An MKM working group then reviewed and refined te reo. The final document was presented to Sarah by Mairangi Reiher. Lauralee Duff, Margie Little, and Ursula Passl also offered advice, guidance, and encouragement.

Furthermore, Sarah acknowledged the late John WardHolmes, who told her four years ago, “It’s a bloody good idea – get on with it.”

When Sarah first started work at the library five years ago, some of the place names were displayed on laminated paper, stuck to the wall with Blu-Tack.

“I really wanted them to become a permanent feature in our library. And the names needed to be accurate and accessible. It’s important that the Golden Bay community can learn and understand the history and cultural history connected to where they live. When you see the physical description of a place name, it really gives you a tangible picture and understanding. We are caretakers of Mohua and anything that strengthens that connection is important.”

For Sarah, living in Puramāhoi [meaning “a good view”] resonates with how she sees her home. It also gives her a mental picture of when the local tangata whenua sat up on the hills of Puramāhoi and looked out over Golden Bay, as she does.

She expressed gratitude to all for the opportunity to see the project through and “for this very special gift to Tākaka library”.

Carolyn acknowledged Sarah’s endurance and commitment at seeing the task through to completion.

“The result we’ve got is wonderful and will be a feature of this library for years to come.”

Using a very long rod to flick the carefully placed sheets of paper off ngā ingoa whenua tupuna ō Mohua, Sarah unveiled the 32 place names, as those present read each aloud. A booklet accompanies the impressive display, giving further description of the meanings.

RONNIE SHORT

Manawhenua ki Mohua representatives at the blessing of ngā ingoa whenua tupuna at Tākaka library last Monday. The place names and meanings are depicted with kowhaiwhai design gifted by MKM. Photo: Ronnie Short.

New beginnings for Pōhara café

Learn how to crowdfund

JO RICHARDS

Pōhara’s café scene has received a caffeine boost – and more – with the rebirth of a well-known watering hole.

The Nikau Café and Bar opened this week on premises that formerly hosted The Penguin and The Kororā’s Nest. Since the latter closed for business two-and-a-half years ago, the building has remained unoccupied, compounding the recent loss of two other local favourites – Totally Roasted and Sans Souci. Understandably, there is a big appetite for the new venture and the news has created something of a buzz around the Bay.

When The GB Weekly visited last Saturday morning, new owners Don and Gail McKnight and daughter Angela were busy with final preparations. As Don tidied up the grass verge in front of the café, Gail cooked up some tasty test menu items in the kitchen, while Angela made sure the dining area was all spick and span.

The family trio are no strangers to customer-focused business, or hard yakka; Don and Gail built up Cape Farewell Horse Treks from scratch into a world-beating tourism experience before selling it in 2014, and Angela has a strong background in food and beverage hospitality, including a two-year stint managing a craft brewery. Having catered for countless guides and large groups at the horse treks, Gail says she feels right at home in the kitchen. “Cooking for a lot of people doesn’t faze me.”

Looking for their next challenge took the trio some time, but Angela says they’d had their eye on the Pōhara café for a while. “We were pipped at the post last October, but it came back on the market, so we decided ‘let’s have a crack at it.’”

It has not been a case of just turning on the lights and opening the doors, however; time had taken its toll on the building and its facilities. “We’ve had to dig it out of a hole, and start again,” explains Don.

During the excavation, they discovered that all the necessary operating licences had lapsed, so fresh applications were required. To date, all the paperwork is in place or in progress – the on-site liquor licence is subject to hearing next week at the insistence of Tasman District Council, which declined the initial application.

Consequently, the Nikau will open initially for breakfast, lunch, drinks, and snacks, serving a range of wholesome food prepped and cooked in the café kitchen throughout the day. The menu includes open sandwiches, tortillas, pizzas, nachos, cakes, and scones – and locally roasted coffee.

The owner of Pōhara’s other local “pub” has welcomed the new venue. “Amy at Molly B’s has been so supportive; she has a wealth of knowledge and is an amazing neighbour,” says Gail, adding that they intend to co-ordinate hours. “We’ll make sure there’s always one café open.”

The opening of the café also means a timely fillip for the local economy. “We’ve already employed people and will be looking for more staff as we approach the busy season,” says Gail.

Angela anticipates they’ll be “absolutely flat stick” when that time comes but says their main focus will be on the year-round community. “The big emphasis is looking after the locals.”

Nikau Café and Bar, 822 Abel Tasman Drive, Pōhara: Open 8.30am-4pm, 7 days/week. Ph 03 970 3992 or email: nikaucafenbar@gmail.com.

Local writer Charlotte Squire is giving a talk about the art of crowdfunding, in a venue that was once crowdfunded itself.

Next Friday evening, Charlotte will be sharing her presentation “How to successfully crowdfund the things you

Charlotte has worked for the Kiwi crowdfunding platform PledgeMe in the role of projects and marketing lead for the last 20 months. She is part of a team who have helped people seeking to make a positive difference in their fields, raise millions of dollars to fund projects and

During her talk, Charlotte will explain the most important ingredients in a successful crowdfunding campaign and will

Crowdfunding campaigns that Charlotte has been involved with include: Happy Cow Milk, which raised nearly $280,000 to enable dairy farmers to supply ethical and sustainable milk locally; sustainable toothpaste company Solid Oral Care, which raised $23,000 to upgrade to a larger laboratory; and Taranaki microbrewery Three Sisters which

Charlotte’s talk is on Friday 4 August, 5-6pm at the Golden Bay Community Centre, Mohua Social Services, 88

Open for business: The team at Nikau Café and Bar, from left, Angela, Don and Gail McKnight. Photo: Jo Richards.

Kia ora e te whānau,

We are seeing an increase in calls to service and the same is being experienced by our response partners St John and Community Mental Health. Often we attend the same jobs and police are there to ensure everybody is kept safe. Sometimes our very presence is inflammatory to those needing assistance. This is unfortunate but won’t necessarily mean we will leave if we believe there is a risk of harm to anybody present. Safety of ourselves and our community is our priority and we will deal with whatever unfolds.

• 21 June: A 48 year-old local male was spoken to by Police for resorting to harassment following a civil dispute. Often a little light and perspective is achieved by taking a breath and a step back.

• 24 June: A 44-year-old was trespassed from a local address on behalf of the owners after claiming he owned the property.

• 27 June: A 30 year-old male living in a van was arrested and referred to an iwi panel for threatening council rangers in Tākaka township.

• 11 July: A 23 year-old local male was arrested and charged with threats to kill and 3 counts of wilful damage. He was also warned for a separate incident of threatening behaviour. He is on bail to appear in the Nelson District Court on 31 July. Police hope to get him some help with his anger.

• 13 July: Police are investigating unlawful hunting in the Pakawau Bush Road area.

• 14 July: Police colleagues from Nelson assisted local police at the stop co-governance meeting in Motupipi Street and it was disappointing that arrests were necessary. The majority of those attending (on both sides of the fence) did so peacefully. Two arrests for assault were made at the event and a number of complaints were received and investigated following the scuffle at the front door of the hall that Police broke up. After a thorough review of events a 66 year-old local male was warned for disorderly behaviour likely to (and did!) cause violence and a 31year-old local female was warned for assault. It was deemed not in the public interest to pursue any charges. The 56 year-old male organiser from Christchurch who was initially arrested for assault was deemed to have acted in self defence and was released without charge after being interviewed and all video footage was reviewed. His behaviour, videoing everyone with his cellphone, was certainly inflammatory but something that is not unlawful. Police endure this regularly from disillusioned customers.

• Two 16 year-old students have been referred to Youth Aid on drug related offences following an incident on the 11 July. They had purchased large quantities of cannabis at a music festival in the Cobb Valley earlier in the year and this has lead to a very bad year for them and their whānau.

• 19 July: A 70 year-old local male was convicted of five charges relating to the sale and supply of alcohol from a local business. He appears for sentencing in the Nelson District Court on the 24 August.

• 22 July: A 42 year-old visiting male from Christchurch was issued a number of infringements and had his bogus number plates removed from his vehicle. He did not believe the Land Transport Act applied to him and apparently he didn’t have to pay to stay at the DOC campsite either. I have no words!

Have a great weekend, stay safe, Tākaka Police

Turning to paganism?

Malcolm Muggeridge is credited with having said, "When we stop believing in God we will end up believing in anything." This truth has suddenly become much more evident here in New Zealand. We have largely lost our Christian heritage and now pay homage, laud, revere and even deify the created order rather than the Creator. All this is tantamount to worship and such practice was once called paganism.

Larry Petterson

The freedoms of a modern democracy

We can be thankful we live in a modern democracy. Those millions of innocent people in China, Russia, and Cambodia who died at the behest of their tyrannical leaders, Mao, Stalin and Pol Pot, would be envious of us. But only if their innocent lives had been spared. In New Zealand we are still free to assemble peacefully in protest and to assemble peacefully to speak and listen. We have the right and responsibility to do both, for how else can we engage with one another to understand, learn and co-exist peacefully. In our Parliament, sustained interruption is not tolerated. Unpalatable ideas are not met with violence and disorder but with further ideas. That’s how successful and cohesive democracies operate and flourish. This is not Stalinist Russia. All credit to the peaceful protesters at the "Stop Co-Governance" rally last week. All credit to the police for maintaining order. All credit to those who came to listen peacefully. The United Nations Declaration of Rights of Indigenous people underpins our government commissioned He PuaPua report, a blueprint for New Zealand’s future "Vision 2040". Both reports are far reaching in their potential impact on the NZ we loved. That’s why the "grey-haired" and others who have children and grandchildren are concerned. Feel free to read these documents, listen to others, discuss, then smile. This is not communist China, Russia or Pol Pot’s Cambodia, or Zimbabwe!

Warwick Stubbs

Co-governance in practice

Tena koutou

Maunga Taranaki as part of the collective redress, for the eight tribes of Taranaki is finally to be settled between the Crown and the Taranaki tribes, or is it? The settlement is a cogovernance arrangement with the proposed governance entity with four trustees appointed by the Minister of Conservation and four appointed by representatives of the eight tribes. Nothing novel there and most would say extremely sensible and practical. No challenge to democracy and certainly nothing that would even come close to apartheid – a word very loosely and incorrectly used nowadays.

The Taranaki settlement which is currently with the tribes for ratification would see the mountain have it own legal personality – it would own itself! DOC would remain the manager, but they would get much need help from tribal involvement. There is money with the settlement to ensure the tribes can be an effective partner – no gravy train there. The settlement monies are to be invested by a commercial entity to give a sustained income. The tribes will gain from this as will DOC which surely needs the help. The people of Taranaki will benefit as will New Zealanders generally.

The access to the mountain will remain, with some altered arrangements consistent with a jointly produced management plan. The snag could be the “Stop Co-Governance” misinformation peddled by the likes of Julian Batchelor – who knows? I certainly hope not, but his disinformation needs the disinfection of sunlight – one cannot claim freedom of speech when it is promulgated in secret.

No reira, heoi ano

Harmful rhetoric

Morris Te Whiti Love

For years, the NZ Islamic Women's Council tried to have their deep concerns heard about the threats of violence and anti-Islamic rhetoric aimed at their community. By and large, they were ignored.

In 2019 was the Christchurch massacre occurred. Barely four years ago. Proof that ignoring something doesn't necessarily make it go away.

Similarly, this anti co-governance roadshow is spreading alarmist disinformation, directed at Māori. Disinformation that

can lead to radicalisation and harm. It's all part of the same hateful ecosystem.

Personally, I'm grateful to every person who could show up on Matariki to reject this mischief and reassured by their commitment to a peaceful future.

Jenny Randall

Sharing good ideas for healthy debate

The dictionary definition of a democracy is; "a country in which the citizens choose their government by voting".

As humanity evolves, it would be great to see more compassion and wisdom prevail and healthy debates taking place where good ideas can be shared.

Peace [it's cheaper] and love [it's free and feels better than hate],

Victoria Davis

Addendum from the Global Federation of Rabbits

The Federation feels it necessary to point out the mainstream media rabbit hole, comfy as it is - and also the most shallow - is not exempt from our immediate notice of eviction. We do see humans jumping out daily from this one but many others seem part of the furniture. It might be worth asking other humans why they've taken to exploring the warren, and perhaps explore together the green pastures of understanding above our accommodations. As a parting gift, please accept our softness as you take these brave steps.

Yours sincerely,

Samantha Blanchard, on behalf of the GFOR Shout-out to district nurses

We are writing to acknowledge the wonderful work that the district nurses do. They have been coming to our home twice a week for several months to dress surgery on Ross's head. Rain or shine, always cheerful and carefully done, then out the door at a run. Really brightened our week. Thank you Nurses. We are very fortunate here in the Bay.

Lee and Ross Ogle

CORRECTION

In last week's article about the Joy Wells fundraiser "Support for teen's recovery and family" (GBW, 21/7, page 3) we stated that the prize raffle is being organised by Collingwood Rugby Club. This is not the case; the raffle is being run by a group of indviduals from the local community. Apologies for the error and any confusion caused, Ed

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Welcome to WordFest 2023

The 2023 WordFest begins next week, marking the start of a month-long celebration of the wonderful world of words.

Over the next four weeks, Tākaka Memorial Library will be buzzing as it hosts a variety of talks, competitions and activities for readers, writers, puzzlers, and wordsmiths.

If you’ve ever wondered how news is captured in graphic form, then come along to the library next Friday when Golden Bay news media artist and illustrator Alistair Hughes shares his inside knowledge and experience.

Staying on the theme of illustrations, Laura Keegan comes to the library the following week with practical advice for beginners interested in publishing their own picture books.

At the end of the month, one of the Bay’s best-loved authors, Gerard Hindmarsh, is due to make an appearance to talk about his latest book Kahurangi Out West

Other library-based activities include board games sessions for all ages hosted by games guru Karen Dransfield.

In addition to our extra puzzles, book reviews, and giveaways throughout the month, The GB Weekly is running a writing competition with great prizes on offer for the Bay’s young poets and older story writers.

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 Take Note 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 Take Note 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.

JO RICHARDS

Contractors

The increase in food prices and rule changes within the chicken industry in New Zealand has sparked a rise in people having backyard chickens. From experience, there weren’t any financial savings, however there are benefits, such as:

• Recycling of food scraps for the non-composters.

• Chicken manure combined with yard litter provides valuable nutritious mulch for various fruits.

• Great family pets, especially for children. They can live well over 10 years too.

• Weed control. They eat all sorts of weeds that plague many gardeners like Tradescantia, Oxalis, plantain, and dandelion.

Improving fertility. Neglected vegetable gardens, orchards or scrappy land can get a real boost after having chickens grazing for a while.

Here are some tips I’ve gleaned from experience and what others have told me.

Breeds

There are a lot of different breeds available when you include heritage chickens. Check out http://www.keepingchickensnz. com/p/where-to-buy-chickens-in-nz.html and https://www. rarebreeds.co.nz/chooks.html. Over the Hill there is Orchard View Farm in Riwaka who supply Hylines. Essentially there are light birds suitable for egg production, heavy birds for meat, and dual birds suitable for both. Heritage breeds don't lay as well as the commercial Hyline or Brown Shaver hybrid breeds, which pump out over 300 eggs a year. A disadvantage of heritage birds is they tend to go broody, which is good if you want to expand your flock. Obviously, a rooster is needed and there are rules around not having roosters in suburban areas. In the end Hylines were our favourite, being gentle, placid (easy to pick up by children) and producing lots of eggs. Heritage breeds do tend to lay eggs longer compared with hybrids, which burn out after a few years.

Breeders usually sell pullets, aged between six-eight weeks and a year old. “Point of lay” (POL) birds are better at around 20 weeks for hybrids like Hylines, or up to 30 weeks old for heritage breeds. They are more expensive, but so is feeding them from pullet to POL stage. When buying birds, look out for those with bright eyes, bright red upright comb, dry nostrils, shiny feathers, clean feathers, and active manner. These are all indicators of a healthy bird. Always quarantine new birds to be sure they're healthy.

Housing and yard

There are many different design options. Ideally, big enough to fit five birds per square metre and set perches with 15cm per bird. Have a window for light, a small access door/flap for entry and exiting, and lockable to stop predators entering at night.

Ensure it's easy to clean out via a side door. Have ventilation holes for good air circulation, but not too drafty. Insulation is advisable to manage temperature extremes. One nesting box for every four birds, but more is better. Line with wood shavings or bark. Avoid hay or straw in houses and yard as this encourages mould and mites. I regularly cleaned the chook house with ash water to deter mites. Poorly managed houses and yards can encourage coccidiosis and other infectious diseases.

Good regular freshwater supply is essential, into a trough of sorts. There are various feeders available too. Ideally both are set at hens back-height, so they avoid defecating in them. Step-on feeders are great to minimise feed being stolen by other birds.

In addition to good food, shelter is important for wet weather or summer heat. Dusts baths are also very important for pest control.

A run is essential, best with added woody mulch that can be used in the garden. After lunch (laying) time, the chickens can be let out into a larger run or free range in the garden. However, from experience it's better they have a defined run to avoid poop on the deck or where children play and keep them out of the vegetable garden. Temporary runs using netting, set up on a rotation basis, are ideal to manage how hard the vegetation is eaten down, not dissimilar to managing larger livestock. Chickens can also be utilised to clean up old vegetable beds. Moveable houses are available to purchase or build. This enables more freedom to shift the hens around the garden. Linda Woodrow’s The Permaculture Home Garden is a great read, utilising easy-to-build bamboo dome homes.

Feed

Selected greens can be planted and sown for a healthy chook diet. Check out which perennials can be grown for hen health here: https://insteading.com/blog/chicken-friendlyplants/. Annual plants such as leafy greens like spinach, bok choy, mustard greens, beet greens and broccoli, are ideal for supplying protein, vitamins and minerals, which chickens love. Various outlets supply specialty mixes, like Kings Seeds, or Appletons in Brightwater. In addition to regular greens, chickens can be fed food scraps, but avoid processed foods, especially those high in sugar, carbohydrates, and fats. Check out this site for a comprehensive list: https://www.chickensandmore.com/ table-scraps-and-leftovers-for-chickens/.

In addition, different commercially made feeds (like NRM) are available for different life stages and affordability. For laying chickens, layer pellets or mash is needed to support good egg production. Those into organics can check out Biograins.co.nz.

There is definitely room for a serious local egg producer to start supplying the Bay's needs.

Chicken house with free-ranging chooks. Photo: Sol Morgan. SOL MORGAN, GROWISE CONSULTANCY

SOL'S AUGUST JOBS

Garlic, peas, and broad beans

Remove any weeds sprouting through. Keep well-mulched. Seagrass over hay/straw mulch works well.

Plant Brassicas and early greens

Harden off seedlings for several days to acclimatise out of the hothouse. Plant early cabbage (eg Conehead), broccoli (eg Belstar), cauliflower (eg All Year Round), kohlrabi (eg Green Duke), rainbow chard, and salads under cloches.

Vegetable care

Fork over soil if weedy but not if really wet. Cloche bare ground and early sown/planted crops to warm soil.

• Plant new asparagus for eating in 2026 and feed with lime, compost, and mulch.

• Stake broad beans for stability.

• Check for hibernating insects, eg green vegetable bugs. Feed to chooks or squash.

• Check stored produce for rot.

• Chit main crop potatoes in light.

Hothouse:

• Weed to disturb hibernating insect pests. Prepare beds for warm crops or carrots for Christmas harvest.

Clean plastic/glass for better sunlight.

Sow for transplanting:

Save energy and money this winter

Winter is a time when many households consume more energy to stay warm and cozy. However, there are some simple ways to reduce your power usage and save money during the colder months.

Now the days are getting longer, there’s more sun warming the soil. This heralds time to start sowing and planting our first spring crops. To get organised, look at my garden plan below, showing what I want to sow and plant this month.

Kumara sprouting

Select your best kumara and set them out into a deep box half-filled with compost, with coarse sand over the top. Halfsubmerge kumara tubers. Cover box with plastic or glass and put this in a warm spot inside or in hothouse.

Green manure

Chop down green crops on beds ready for planting at end of the month, like Brassicas (sown soon), potatoes (second early crop), or early onions in September (sown in June).

Liquid feeding

Every week, spray or apply fish and seaweed brews with a watering can onto garlic and onions (autumn planted). Spray seaweed on autumn-sown peas and broad beans.

Prepare root crop beds

Weed future beds for sowing carrots, beetroot, and turnip. Later, lightly hoe the surface several times to stimulate weed germination. Two weeks later, sow into a stale seed bed for best results. Cloche to encourage germination.

Sowing early season crops

Have seed-raising mix ready to go. Either bought stuff, like Daltons Organic Seed Mix, or mix mature compost with coarse sand. Sow spring greens like lettuce, endive, mizuna, Brassicas, celery, and parsley, etc into small trays. Cover all with moist newspaper and plastic or glass (except celery and parsley, which need light to germinate). Then sow tomatoes, peppers, and eggplants into small trays, and put on a heat mat and cover the same way. Don't water until the mix starts to dry out. Also sow some annual flowers to add diversity to your garden.

Potato planting

Next up is taking those sprouted early potato tubers and set them out either in shallow trenches or just on surface of beds that have had green manure decomposing, or with some mature compost added. Add well-balanced mineral fertiliser. Add loosened hay or straw mulch to those no-dig potatoes.

• All seeds 15 and 29 August. Spring onions and leafy greens (silver beet, spinach, lettuce, endive, spring cabbages) (also 2-3, 20 and 29 August). Onions (red and brown) (also 19-22 August). Early tomatoes, eggplants, and peppers (also 18 and 27 August). Flowers, eg candytuft (also 18 and 28 August).

Sow direct: All seeds 15 and 29 August. Mesclun salad and spring onions (also 25 August). Peas (cover) (also 18 and 27 August). Carrots, beetroot, and turnip (also 19-22 August). Flowers, eg alyssum (also 18 and 28 August).

Plant: Best 1-11 and 28-31 August. Onions, salad greens, spinach, cabbages, and early potatoes (best 17 August). Flowers, eg dahlias.

• Avoid gardening full moon (2 and 31 August) and dark moon (16 August).

Herb care

• Lift perennial herbs, divide, weed soil and replant. Mulch with woody compost.

• Sow hardy herbs like lovage.

• Plant herbs like oregano.

Fruit care

• Plant fruits into well-prepared holes. Check for drainage.

• Complete winter pruning. Harvest pepinos, citrus, and late tamarillos. Feed orchard with minerals, manure, and woody compost. Spray all fruits seaweed foliar mix.

Copper spray stonefruit and pipfruit against bacterial/ fungal diseases before and after bud burst.

• Plant perennial herbs/flowers to attract beneficial insects.

• Plant strawberries or replace two-year-old plants with runners. Mulch either with pine needles, chippings, sawdust, straw, black weed mat or black plastic.

• Protect young subtropicals from frost.

• Divide and transplant rhubarb.

General garden care

• Plant perennial shrubs, trees, and herbaceous perennials.

• Prune trees, hedges, and shrubs for better sunlight and shape. Chip.

Lime/dolomite lawns.

Continue to fix and clean garden tools.

z Use curtains and blinds to trap the heat inside your rooms. Open them during the day to let the sun in and close them before it gets dark to avoid heat loss.

z Switch to LED bulbs. They use less electricity and last longer than incandescent or halogen bulbs.

z Wash your clothes in cold water, and wash full loads rather than several smaller loads.

z Dry your clothes outside when possible, but if you need to use a dryer, make sure it is vented to the outside so the moisture doesn’t make the house damp and harder to heat.

z Choose energy-efficient appliances. Look for the Energy Rating Label and the Energy Star mark when buying new products.

z Insulate your ceiling and underfloor to reduce heat loss and lower your heating bills.

z Switch off your TV, computer, speakers and game consoles at the wall when you’re not using them.

z Check your hot water system and fix any leaks or drips. Install a cylinder wrap, pipe lagging and a low-flow showerhead to save water and energy.

For more useful tips and ways to keep your home warm, dry and healthier check out these websites:

z genless.govt.nz/for-everyone/at-home

z save500.org.nz

Prepping bed for Brassica planting. Photo: Sol Morgan. SOL MORGAN, GROWISE CONSULTANCY

RESULTS AND FIXTURES

GOLF

18th July: Irish Stableford - M Solly 81, R Reynish 78.

22nd July: Match Play Pairs: R Dyce & G Little bt R Young & N Gardiner 3&1, J

Garner & C Hadler bt J Solly & P Solly on the 20th, R Heuvel & R Miller bt G Bradley & W Collie 1 up.

BRIDGE

July 19 Patons Rock Individual Session 7. N/S: J Cooper/J Pemberton 65.33%; J

Kingston/B Burdett 59.08%; E Bradshaw/A Foreman 58.25%. E/W: S Sutherland/H

Curtis 63.83%; C Webster/E Donovan 60.08%; P Nelson/P Panzeri 56.33%. H/cap:

N/S: J Cooper/J Pemberton 63.33%; E Bradshaw/A Foreman 57.50%. J Kingston/B

Burdett 57.08%; E/W: C Webster/E Donovan 64.33%; S Sutherland/H Curtis 62.08%; P Nelson/P Panzeri 55.33% .

July 21 Relaxed Session 6. B Burdett 70%; J Cooper 67.97%; C Mead 58.33%.

Takaka Rugby Football Club

Saturday 29th July

U6s & U8s - 5 30pm Friday Night

U9s - 10am vs Huia at Sportpark Motueka

U11s - 11am vs Motueka United on Feild 1

U13s - 6pm Thursday 27th vs Huia on Field 1

U14s - 10 45am vs Marist at Tahunanui

U15s - 12.15pm vs Kahurangi on Field 1

U15s Girls - No Game

We hope to see you on the sideline Good luck to Collingwood as they take on Stoke in Semis

Round robin phase completed

Golden Bay’s senior rugby teams played their final round robin matches in this year’s Division 2 competition last Saturday.

Saints march on against Tākaka

Playing at home, and severely depleted by injuries, Tākaka put on a strong display against Marist Saints, but couldn’t prevent the visitors taking the victory.

It all started positively, with the home side taking a 7-0 lead after 10 minutes thanks to a try from Scott McKinley and an easy conversion by Tom Bassett Eason taken directly in front of the posts.

With points on the board, Tākaka sought to extend their lead but, despite pushing hard and putting Saints’ defence under pressure, couldn’t capitalise on their territorial advantage.

Approaching the half-hour mark, the visitors started to build some momentum, and levelled the scores, grounding the ball under the posts following a slick passing move.

Tākaka responded with a number of attacking runs along the right flank which forced Marist into making simple errors, but they were let off the hook by some uncharacteristic sloppy ball handling from the home team. The pressure, however, eventually paid off when Tākaka were awarded a penalty just before half-time only for the points to go begging.

Perhaps it was due to end of season fatigue – of the mind as well as body – but the second half was decidedly scrappy with both sides making silly mistakes and the visitors, in particular, guilty of some ugly tackles, one of which led to a red card.

With Marist down to 14 men, Tākaka turned the screw and came close to scoring on several occasions, but the visitors held firm. When the home side failed to kick another penalty it didn’t take Marist long to turn the game around, scoring tries on 63 and 74 minutes.

Final score: Tākaka 7 vs Marist Saints 19.

Speaking immediately after the match, Tākaka coach Hamish Hills gave his verdict on the game. “The boys played well but

we made some basic mistakes; it’s been a tough few weeks.”

Reflecting on the 10-match campaign, Hamish said it had been “enjoyable” although the squad had suffered during the latter half. “It’s been a good season; we got a fast start but the injuries killed us.” He praised his players, who he said are keen to carry on. “They’re good boys to be around – they love it. And we’ll be back stronger next season.”

Collingwood secure semi-final

Collingwood travelled to Nelson where they needed a win to secure a semi-final spot. They got what they needed but not in the way they expected, while the hosts emerged with their reputation severely tarnished.

Going into the match, rooted to the bottom of the table with a single point, Nelson Galbraith had lost every one of their games this season. Having already picked up the wooden spoon, and with nothing to play for, however, they decided to stir the pot by stacking their Division 2 squad with Division 1 players. The tactic is contrary to Tasman Rugby Union (TRU) rules and it undermines the integrity of the competition.

As a consequence, Nelson lost the match by default, but only after 80 minutes of a physical encounter which left Collingwood with an even longer injury list – the last thing they needed going into a semi-final against table-toppers Stoke at Greenmeadows tomorrow afternoon.

Responding to an inquiry from The GB Weekly on Monday, TRU community rugby manager Kahu Marfell said he was very unimpressed by the home side’s conduct. “Nelson played Div 1 players that had started more than six games for their Div 1 team, that constitutes a default, very disappointing.”

For New Zealand’s oldest rugby club, which claims, “We are extremely proud of our history and heritage…,” it was indeed very disappointing.

Collingwood – a club with an equally proud heritage – made no comment regarding the default and instead turned their focus towards the upcoming semi-final.

Tākaka on the attack against Marist Saints in the final round robin fixture of the Division 2 competition. Photo: Charlotte Richards. CHARLOTTE RICHARDS AND JO RICHARDS

Big wins for Bay's senior sides

JO RICHARDS

Mountain Goats bounce back Golden Bay’s Mountain Goats climbed to the peak of Men’s Division 2 last Saturday with a convincing home win over Nelson Suburbs academy squad.

The match was one for the purists, with both sides playing free-flowing football in true Corinthian Spirit. But it was the imperious Goats who took control in all areas of the park and showed some top-class finishing to come out 7-0 winners.

The home side opened the scoring after three minutes with Max Devaux’s penalty and never stopped. At the end of a breathtaking 90 minutes, Lee McKenna had bagged a classy hat-trick, Max had scored a brace, and Elliot Gibbs and Guillaume Thomas had netted one each.

It wasn’t just up-front that the Goats impressed; the back four were highly organised, pushing up quickly when the home side had possession, while the energetic and creative mid-field controlled the middle, breaking up play and launching attacks.

As the score ticked up, the visitors, to their credit, kept playing neat football and were somewhat unlucky not to break their duck. At the other end, however, it was only the opposition’s woodwork that prevented the Goats from approaching double figures.

In a match of symmetry and precision, it was only fitting that the final goal of the game also came from a penalty – this time tidily put away by Thomas.

Final score: GB Mountain Goats 7 vs 0.

Speaking from the sideline, Goats’ injured striker Fred Cucksey said it was “fantastic to bounce back” from last week’s disappointing cup exit, and he was particularly pleased with “beautiful finishing” and the team’s clean sheet. He acknowledged the quality of the young Suburbs side. “They put us through our paces, they made us play better.”.

Stingrays’ tails up

In the Masters competition, Golden Bay Stingrays, took on Nelson Suburbs and, playing on the same pitch as the Goats had earlier, almost repeated the scoreline.

It took a little longer for the Stingrays to get going but, after a false start when a goal was ruled out for offside, striker Chris von Roy latched onto a defence-splitting pass and slotted the ball coolly past the keeper and into the net.

The goal, on the 25-minute mark, signalled the beginning of a purple patch for von Roy who went close a few minutes later, before finding the net again in second phase play after a corner.

In the second half Sam Hopley showed his composure in front of goal when he cheekily chipped the keeper to take the score to 3-0.

Luke Concannon added a fourth just five minutes later and, shortly after that, Pete van der Meer was “Jonny on the spot” and netted another with a simple tap-in. An own goal by Suburbs completed a miserable afternoon for the visitors.

Final Score: GB Stingrays 6 vs Nelson Suburbs 0.

Goalmouth scramble: GB Mountain Goats put pressure on the Suburbs' defenders at the Rec Park last Saturday. Photo: Jo Richards

GB Stingray Chris von Roy scores his second goal of the game against Suburbs Masters.

Photo: Jo Richards.

NATURE DIARY

Although Spring hasn’t arrived, it’s noticeable that our native birds are either seeking out new partners for the coming nesting season or cementing bonds with last season’s partners.

In early August tuturiwhatu the banded dotterel will return to Golden Bay having spent the post-nesting season away. These birds sometimes undertake migrations up to several hundred kilometres from their nesting grounds. Banded dotterels that breed in lowland parts of the South Island generally move to harbours and estuaries in the North Island to “winter over”. Sadly, banded dotterels have disappeared from many sites throughout New Zealand. Mammalian predators such as feral cats, stoats, rats and hedgehogs are key factors in their decline. Habitat loss and human activities have also contributed to displacement of birds at some sites, particularly at breeding sites.

They are solitary feeders both during the breeding season and the non-breeding season, often feeding at night, particularly in estuaries. In the non-breeding season this solitary behaviour changes and flocks of dotterels can be seen resting together at high tide roosts. Dotterel chicks are remarkably mobile. These tiny chicks leave the nest within hours of hatching, feeding themselves while their parents stand guard. They fledge (are able to fly) at around six weeks of age.

Our local iwi Te Atiawa O Te Waka-a-Maui have a special connection with tuturiwhatu in Mohua, granted in the Te Tai Ihu Statutory Acknowledgements. Their kaitiaki role includes an obligation to ensure the environment in Mohua is maintained for the survival of this taonga.

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A young dotterel chick looking for food. Photo: Supplied.

AGM NOTICES

GOLDEN Bay Cycle & Walkways Society AGM. 7.30pm Thursday 10 August at the Community Rooms 88 Commercial St Takaka. Followed by a presentation on "Sea Kayaking in Port Pegasus". All are welcome!

PERSONAL NOTICES / Pānui

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HENK Visker. Henks fmily would like to thank the wonderful staff at GB Community Health, Matuku Funerals and Joyce Wylie for your kindness, care and respect shown to both Henk and us. We as a community are blessed to have you amongst us. To all the people who bought baking and flowers, sent cards and well wishes, to the East Takaka Hall Committee, Takaka Citizens Band, Anatoki Salmon and all those who supported us. Thank you. Your kindness is treasured.

“Sid”

Siguard Eyvind Richardsen

29 April 1927 – 11 July 2023

Sid passed away at home peacefully, with family around him at 96 years-old, from natural causes.

He was a much-loved and respected stepfather of Linda, Jenny, Hamish, Heather, David, Peter, Rachel and Vivian. A wellloved grandfather of Emily, Kathryn, Emma, Eugene, Seth, Kimberly, Holly, Olivia, Leanar, Camryn, Ashlyn and great grandfather to Amy, Scarlett, Chase and Sienna. A beloved friend to many.

Special thanks and appreciation to all staff of district nurses and Nurse Maud for their respect and care of Sid. Thank you Monika, Jane, Kitty, Gean, Kate, Jody Leonie, Joanna, Tania and all. "There are angels amongst us".

A globe-trotting traveller well into his nineties, Sid requested his body to go to Otago Medical Dunedin and, upon his ashes return, half be placed with his much-loved wife, and half sent back to Denmark to be laid with his parents on the island (Laeso) where he was born. So even in his death he is still travelling.

"Travel well on your final journey"

PUBLIC NOTICES / Pānui a whānui

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.

CAST and crew required for Takaka Drama Societys next production: The Pink Hammer, 'a kiwi comedy that nails it'. Ph Zara 022 021 7355. Auditions held Sunday 30th July, 2pm at The Playhouse, Park Ave. Season will run mid October.

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.

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TRADES AND SERVICES / Mahi a ratonga

Bulk

BLINDS, Luxaflex® duettes, automation, roller; blockout, translucent or sunscreen, venetians +. Imagine designs, 96b Commercial St, Tākaka. Ph Tracey 027 440 0071 and let's discuss the options.

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

GB Chimney and Firebox Cleaning. Ph 027 458 7679.

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

HANDYMAN/ maintence, can do most jobs (aeronautical engineer). Remote or at home. Ph Shaun 027 8803 535.

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?

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FULL WORKSHOP FACILITIES

SCAN TOOL

WOF CARS, MOTORCYCLES, TRAILERS BRIDGESTONE AND KUMHO TYRES

PHONE 525 9419

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Bulk fuel delivery you can depend on

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TRADES AND SERVICES / Mahi a ratonga

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

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

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

LIVESTOCK. Emma's Livestock, Tākaka. For all works cattle, culls, bulls, primes. Stock, hay, baleage cartage. Ph 027 967

MAINTENANCE/ handyman. Can do most jobs (aeronautical engineer), remote or "at home". Ph Shaun 027 880 3535.

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. 5 days a week. Ph 027 717 7188.

TILER. Wayne Robinson Tiling. Tiling new bathrooms, kitchens, etc. Ph 027 576 1620.

WINDOW cleaning. Ph Willem 022 134 1726. WINDOW cleaning, www.goldenbaypropertyservices.co.nz, ph 027 690 0769.

Golden Bay Scaffold Ltd

We are a friendly, tight-knit team based in Golden Bay and operating throughout the Tasman region. Our earthmoving and agricultural portfolio is consistently expanding with no two days the same.

We are looking for the following flexible role: Engineer/yardperson

Relevant experience is preferable in the civil and earthworks industries and/or agricultural machinery. If you have an engineering background and you are a hardworking team player we want to hear from you.

In exchange, we offer a competitive remuneration package. Please note drug and alcohol testing is mandatory for this role and applicants must hold at a minimum a NZ Class 1 Drivers licence.

For further information about this role call Tristan on 027 6885699 or 5259582 or email your CV and cover letter to office@tgcontracting.co.nz

Permanent Part Time

Rural Delivery Driver

We have a position available for a Permanent Part Time Driver (2 days per week) on our busy rural mail run. The position requires a reliable person with a clean driving licence and you must be prepared to undergo drug testing when required. You also need to be an organised person who can work quickly and efficiently. Local knowledge would be an advantage but not essential.

The position involves permanent Saturday work (hours can vary but generally would be approximately 8.30am to 1pm on Saturdays but can be longer during busy times) plus one other day during the week. Availability, with reasonable notice, to work the days Monday to Friday or part thereof as a relief is essential.

Full training will be given. For the first few weeks of training a minimum of 3 days per week will be required to gain the necessary experience.

Phone Godfrey on 027 3828760

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LEARNING

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AUTOMOTIVE, at Steve Prince Auto Electrical. Ph 027 616 5211.

NATIVE available and welcoming orders for 2024. Ph 525 6183. CURTAINS, floor to ceiling locally made custom curtains and sheers on a double track system. Choose a linen, cotton, blend, poly or print or a quiet textured fabric. Add your choice of liner; cotton, polycotton, blockout or triplewoven dimout, and transform your space to have the wow factor as well as super thermal. Imagine designs, in the Z Fuel stop, Tākaka, ph Tracey for a free measure and quote, 027 440 0071.

H e a l i n g w i t h G r a c e & 0 2 1 3 4 6 6 4 2 ♥ 0 2 7 4 1 0 4 8 8 4 H e a l i n g w i t h G r a c e & 0 2 1 3 4 6 6 4 2 ♥ 0 2 7 4 1 0 4 8 8 4

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EXCLUSIVE Manaaki Tangata Supporting People

Holistic: Aromatherapy, Energy Healing & Spiritual Readings in Collingwood with Tui. Ph 0279412941. HEALTH E douglasjcsmith@pggwrightson.co.nz M 027 543 2280 Doug Smith

RELAX with Mama Love Massage. Sliding scale for one hour, $60-80. Ph Tami 021 0274 6789. Rangihaeata. 5 2 TENDER Plus GST (if any) Closing 2.00pm, Thursday 24th August 2023 (Unless Sold By Private Treaty) VIEW By Appointment Only E jblakiston@pggwrightson.co.nz M 027 434 4069 Joe Blakiston

RECENT AGM / Hui ā tau - Nō nā tata nei ORGANISATIONS may have their committee members’ names printed in this column free. Email: admin@gbweekly.co.nz

HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora

ANÉL BAKER Physiotherapy at 22 Meihana Street, Tākaka. Ph/txt 021 053 4337.

Now available in Collingwood on Mondays.

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.

LISA Williams, registered medical herbalist, herbal apothecary, iridology analysis, reflexology, reiki master. www. goldenbayiridology.com Ph 525 6150, 027 451 9797.

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

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

Hauora pggwre.co.nz/NEL38137 WANTED / Hiahia Dairy AI Heifer Calves, Jersey or Jersey X preferred but all considered. Must be Nait registered. Please call to discuss price & collection details ph/text Colin Langford 027 542 0425. ESSENTIAL TELEPHONE NUMBERS in Golden Bay Golden Bay Community Health - 03 525 0060 Police - 111 or 03 525 9211 Golden Bay Community Mental Health 03 525 7647 or 0800 525 7647 Women’s Refuge - 0800 163 344 Mohua Social Services - 03 525 9728 Work and Income - 0800 559 009 LifeLine - 0800 543 354 'Need to Talk' helpline - (call or txt) 1737 Outline NZ - LGBTIQ+ support - 0800 688 5463 Hey Bro (for men) keeping whanau safe - 0800 439 276 Youthline - 0800 37 66 33

RREIKI master, Tony Hunt. $50 per session. Wednesdays. Ph 027

Providing Golden Bay with: Professional, Diagnostic, Clinical Physio & Massage Therapy services

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• Sports & Accident injuries

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Erica van Sint Annaland Physiotherapy

Mon, Tues, Wed at Golden Bay Community Health Thursdays in Collingwood Phone 027 776 6111 for an appointment

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. Open Wednesday-Saturday, 9am8.30pm. For bookings and takeaways ph 525 8686. Closed for winter break from Sunday 16 July, 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.

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 CAFE, Pōhara. Opens 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.

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 – 2, 16 and 30 July; traditional services (with a speaker) held on alternate fortnights – 9 and 23 July.

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. NO service at St Andrews.

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 Pastor: Rodney Watson 0275 114 266

93 Commercial St, Takaka. www.godunlimited.org

Kahurangi Christian Church

Sunday 30 July, 10:30am

Onekaka Hall

Contact Drea Miller, 027 629 8111

FRIDAY 28 JULY

BADMINTON, REC PARK CENTRE, 7.30-9.30pm. All welcome. Ph Kerry 525 7007.

UPPER Takaka Country Club Weigh-in by 3pm Sunday 30th

SATURDAY 29 JULY

THE DANCE & PAINT Experience, 2:15-5:15, Kotinga Hall. Exercise your creative expression. Art supplies provided. Bring: brushes if you have, a journal $20- $30. Questions? Ask Kathy 027 495 2080.

SUNDAY 30 JULY

AUDITIONS for The Pink Hammer, Takaka Drama Society's upcoming production. 2pm, The Playhouse, Park Ave. Ph Zara 022 021 7355.

TUESDAY 1 AUGUST

GOLDEN BAY COMMUNITY AND WH Ā NAU monthly meeting, 12pm, Community Centre. See ad on page14. 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 2 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 3 AUGUST

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

COME TO A TALKING CAFÉ

Connect with your community

Introducing Takaka Talking Cafés!

Talking Cafés are about enjoying relaxed conversation with other locals over a cuppa! They don t have a formal programme speakers

Wholemeal Café, 60 Commercial Street, Takaka

Wednesday 9th August 1:30 - 3 00 pm

Wednesday 6th September 1:30 - 3:00 pm

Wednesday 4th October 1 30 - 3:00 pm

For more details: wellby org nz or phone (03) 546 7681

UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere

EATING OUT / Kai wahi kē

Tākaka Library

Alistair Hughes Friday

www.gbweekly.co.nz

GOLDEN BAY WEATHER FORECAST

Valid from Friday 28 July until Tuesday 1 August

Friday: Southerlies about Farewell, dying away. Mainly fine cool weather.

Saturday: Southerlies developing for a time west of Parapara. Cloudy areas increasing but remaining dry.

Sunday: Light winds. Mainly fine. Frosts in sheltered areas.

Monday: Northwesterlies developing and freshening later. Mainly fine although some cloud later.

Tuesday: Northwesterlies becoming strong west of Parapara. Some rain likely after midday.

The Mussel Inn Coming Up...

Mon 31st SING-ALONG AROUND THE PIANO with CRAIG DENHAM - all welcome to join in. 7.30pm.

August

Thu 3rd QUIZ - 7.30pm. All welcome. SING-ALONG MONDAYS AROUND THE PIANO with CRAIG DENHAM - all welcome to join in. 7.30pm.

Thu 17th QUIZ - 7.30pm. All welcome.

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

Thu 31st QUIZ - 7.30pm. All welcome.

September

Thu 17th QUIZ - 7.30pm. All welcome.

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

Wed 20th AUSTEN FOUND 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

For more details see www.musselinn.co.nz

UPCOMING GIGS & EVENTS...

FRIDAY 28TH JULY

OPTIMUS GRYME NFX | K-ROLLA TICKETS FROM $10 - OG.7AM.NZ

SATURDAY 5TH AUGUST

ROOTS IN DUBZ BULLA / GLOWING TREES / PSYDEFFECTS TENGU / T.R.

FRIDAY 11TH AUGUST

benjamin vaughan tribute hosted by galanjah

SATURDAY 12TH AUGUST

long earth theory (live) support: gutterlove

SATURDAY 19TH AUGUST

SUITCASE COLLECTIVE MATTS|MYTH|TEESHA

7:30 Indiana Jones & the Dial of Destiny (M) Encore

saturday 29th

4:30 The Quiet Girl (M)

7:30 Warren Miller’s Daymaker $20/$15

sunday 30th

4:30 North by Northwest (G)

Sunday Classic Film

7:30 The Quiet Girl (M) Final

Wednesday 2nd august

5:30 Oppenheimer (M)

DELIVERY CONTACTS

TAKAKA CBD AND SURROUNDS 7110 POST CODE

Anita Hutchinson

Ph 0272 639 220

RURAL DELIVERY TAKAKA 7183 POST CODE

Godfrey and Trish Watson Ph 0273 828 760 or email rdservices2018@gmail.com

RURAL DELIVERY TAKAKA - COLLINGWOOD 7182 POST CODE

Brandon and Lesley Sparrow Ph 0273 638 795

COLLINGWOOD RURAL MAIL 7073 POST CODE Bart de Jong Ph 0204 457 120, email collingwoodruralmail@gmail.com

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Daffodil Day is just around the corner!

Friday 25th August

2023

Please make contact with Sharon if you have a spare hour and would like to be included on our stall roster

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TAKAKA, 25 Motupipi Street

208 Abel Tasman Drive