The GB Weekly - 10 March 2023

A festival of country music

It is mid-morning on David and Sally Anne Scotland’s dairy farm, and geochemist Dr Clint Rissmann of Landscape-DNA is sitting in a hole.

The metre-deep hole is one of over 100 soil pits excavated in Tākaka Valley paddocks last month, as part of a hydrogeological study that aims to quantify the risk of nutrient loss from farmland, and thus inform decisions around fertiliser regimes, stocking densities and grazing patterns.

The study is a collaborative effort between the local catchment group Farmers on the Arthur Marble Aquifer (FAMA), dairy co-operative Fonterra, and Landscape-DNA. The work involves soil structure and permeability assessments, plus detailed topographical mapping, techniques that Clint – a senior adjunct fellow at the University of Canterbury’s Waterways Centre for Freshwater Management – is very familiar with. Nutrient (specifically nitrate) flow from a dozen or so dairy farms in the AMA recharge zone is an ongoing concern, given the aquifer’s intimate connection with Te Waikoropupū Springs. It is especially pertinent in the context of the upcoming decision on a Water Conservation Order. Information collected from the pits is being used to literally groundtruth the soil and geology profiles for the catchment produced following a quantitative survey of radio isotopes, including potassium-40, thorium-232, uranium-238 and caesium-137, which are common in all soils. Clint explains that isotopic characteristics, such as solubility, mobility, redox behaviour, and affinity for particulate matter, can be used in conjunction with the survey data to build a detailed understanding of a farm’s soil. “It’s good at picking out textural contrast and moisture content.”

Mixed weather did not deter festivalgoers from attending the three-day River Inn Tākaka Country Music Festival this past weekend.

The inn was perfectly set up for all weather eventualities with a sheltered stage and seating areas – combined with music, food, and beverages on tap. Organiser and president of the (local) Marble Mountain Country Music Club Karen McCleely tells The GB Weekly that “the festival is in its eighth year – it has run every year with the exception of last year.” The objective of the festival, she says, is “just to have a casual fun day of country music, raffles, and food. We can have anybody from the public walking up and have a sing – it’s an

open mic with a backup band.”

Karen started the festival after being approached by the New Zealand Country Music Association to be included on their circuit – as they were keen to include a location in the Bay. Attendees did not need to travel far, with the fields across from the inn hosting a swarm of 50-plus motorhomes housing circuit followers. Friday and Saturday night boasted crowds of 100-plus.

Karen tells The GB Weekly that their line up showcased “The Harmony Hunters from Nelson – a band with ages ranging from 13 to 41 years old. Zac Griffiths is in the band – just back from a festival in Tamworth. We have watched him grow up [through the music

scene] since he was young.”

When The GB Weekly visited mid-afternoon on Saturday, the bar and garden was a joyful rocking affair. The front two rows of the audience boasted ladies singing and knitting in rhythm to the open mic tunes. Occasionally a group would break ranks and take to the floor for a spontaneous boogie. One camper named Kevin said “You should have seen it last night. There was a woman over here who is 92, she sang last night, and she brought the house down.”

“We are thrilled with how the festival has turned out,” said Karen. “And we will be doing it all again next year.”

Sitting on the edge of the pit, Clint “reads” the soil. “There’s very little risk of nitrate leaching here,” he says, looking at the vertical structure of exposed earth. “If it was well-drained gravel there would be a higher risk.” And that may well be the case at other locations in the valley. “There’s a huge geological variability.”

Soil oxygenation, through its effect on bacterial denitrification, also influences nitrate leaching. “Nitrate only accumulates when there is a lot of oxygen around,” says Clint, adding that water content is an important factor. “In wet soils, the oxygen penetration reduces by 10,000-fold.”

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Country music fans rocking out to the sounds of The Harmony Hunters at last weekend’s Country Music Festival in Tākaka.

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Hammers & Horsehair

It’s pretty hard to beat a performance by three professional musicians with the music they enjoy and want to share. Hammers & Horsehair are touring again with a collection of light classics from concerts 100 years ago.

The name of the group refers to the hammers in the piano played by Jonathan Berkahn and the horsehair on the bow of Robert Ibell’s cello, and the trio is completed by soprano Rowena Simpson.

The songs and instrumental pieces in their Homecoming concert were found in the programmes of Kiwi soprano Rosina Buckman who toured the country during 1922-23 with cellist Adelina Leon and pianist Percy Kahn.

Rosina had become a famous opera singer in Britain, but she was born in Blenheim and her mother grew up on the Waimea Plains so there was a warm welcome when the concert party came to Nelson in 1922. The Theatre Royal was so full that some people had to sit on the stage and the Evening Mail declared that local audiences “have a partiality for the cello”.

“We are looking forward to finding out if that is true,” says Rowena, “and to sharing more stories about the touring musicians of 100 years ago with our audiences.”

The Mussel Inn, 8pm on Wednesday 15 March. Tickets: $25 pre-sale from Eventfinda and $30 door sales.

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Complementing the one million-plus radiometric data points, three-dimensional topographical maps are being created from a Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) survey of the area. “From this, we’ll be able to see where the water goes,” explains Clint. “We can combine all the data to map variations around the landscape and produce fine-grained information at the paddock and sub-paddock scale.”

Using this information strategically, along with local knowledge, existing farm maps, and routine ongoing soil

sampling, should enable farmers to better understand their land and help them optimise on-farm practices to meet environmental targets.

After Clint had completed his field work, members of FAMA gathered in Tākaka last Tuesday to hear his presentation. One of those listening was Tākaka Valley farmer and Federated Farmers Golden Bay president Cherrie Chubb, who said they appreciated Fonterra’s support and were looking forward to Clint’s report. “We’re all now eagerly awaiting our individual farm results once he’s done all the data collation and analysis.”

Geochemist Dr Clint Rissman at one of the soil pits used to validate data from a radiometric survey of Tākaka Valley farms. Photo: Jo Richards.

Taking plastics recycling up a peg

ALISTAIR HUGHES

Students at Golden Bay High School were given the opportunity to help turn waste plastic into useable clothes pegs, during a demonstration from local sustainability innovator Lawrence McIntyre last week.

His new recycling project’s two machines have been manufactured by Waitapu Engineering to a high specification, and company director Paul Whitaker was there to assist in the demonstration.

The first piece of equipment shreds clean, number five plastic containers into chips. They are then fed into the second device, which heats the plastic and injects it into a specially manufactured mould.

This circular metal caste has been engineered by a Dutch company called Precious Plastic; their long experience in product creation from recycled plastic allows them to produce it cost-effectively for Lawrence.

Once the still-hot mould is opened, the result is an eightspoked wheel of plastic clothes pegs, functional as well as attractively coloured in varying swirls of grey. Other colours can be produced, depending upon what is broken down at the start of the process. The entire process can be carried out in 10 minutes, and after the pegs have been twisted apart, any plastic left over can then be can “re-recycled” for the next batch.

Paul explains that Lawrence wanted the equipment to have transparent casings, so that kids could see the heating elements and temperature gauges inside. The machines are

also designed to be useable by young people, only operable when safety chutes and lids are in place.

Helping convert the waste plastic into chips by feeding it into the shielded grinder proved to be very popular with the young audience. One volunteer’s question of whether cellphones could be recycled into pegs was met with enthusiastic support from his teacher, suggesting this could be the perfect solution to a persistent classroom distraction.

Lawrence was motivated by many parents’ apparent disinterest in recycling, despite the clear benefits and need to deal with our waste plastic. He believes that he can achieve more by focussing on the next generation at schools. He has organised drop-off points for waste plastic at the high school and Waitapu Engineering and hopes to share the machines around other Tasman schools, to create engagement. “The aim of the project is to encourage children to check their recycling and push their parents into doing it properly.”

Judging by the enthusiastic crowd they attracted at Golden Bay High School, he has successfully connected with his target audience.

Innovator Lawrence McIntyre, left, and Waitapu Engineering director Paul Whitaker with their waste plastic shredder. Photo: Alistair Hughes.

Golden Bay High School students Amelie Harrison and Olive Markham hold clothes pegs produced from waste plastic by Lawrence McIntyre’s machine. Photo: Alistair Hughes.

LETTERS

Climate change

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Bike ride continues to pedal vision

Robin Palmer

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Monday 13 March, 1pm

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• Project De-Vine Environmental Trust update

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Saturday’s Naked Bike Ride (NBR), pedalling its vision of a cleaner, safer, body-positive world, followed a familiar route through Golden Bay.

After assembling at Port Tarakohe, the naked peloton, led by organiser Bryan Badger, wound its way around the coast road to Pōhara and onto the Kiwi Spirit Distillery at Motupipi, where cocktails were consumed and spot prizes handed out. Later in the afternoon the party biked up to Autumn Farm for a barbeque.

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Speaking on Monday, Bryan said he was pleased with Saturday’s ride. “We had 34 turn up, which is good, and everyone seemed to enjoy themselves.”

Bryan pointed out that next year’s NBR would be a milestone event, and he was already planning something special to mark the occasion. “It will be 20 years since Victoria Davis started it in Golden Bay. As well as the normal afternoon ride, we’re planning to have a night-time party ride through the village [Tākaka].”

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Cyclists near the end of the course in Abel Tasman Drive during last Saturday’s Naked Bike Ride event. Photo: Rose Hughes.

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This special offer is current from 6th March 2023 but is subject to change and could be withdrawn at any time and without notice. Payments of $200, per new account opened, will be made to the Hospice that is local to where the branch where the funds are deposited. Minimum deposit of $5,000. Our current Product Disclosure Statement is available at any NBS branch or go to nbs.co.nz. NBS is the issuer of the term investments and general terms and conditions apply. NBS is not a registered bank.

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PROJECT DE-VINE

D-Day: Free desexing for felines

With a backlog of kittens born within the past three months, Golden Bay Animal Welfare Society Inc have budgeted for and organised its annual free speying and neutering day for cats and kittens.

The local organisation is full of praise for the vets who accommodate this special day. Vice president Carol Wells is hopeful that people will take advantage of this once-a-year offer to help reduce unwanted kitten numbers. She says one cat could have as many as 24 kittens within three years.

The desexing programme is completely free and can take around eight cats. “It’s a jolly good deal,” says Carol. “They get microchipped too. It’s so difficult nowadays to even have an animal because of the cost.”

The organisation also offers a 50 per cent subsidy for any other cat or kitten that has crossed through the shelter, and 25 per cent to the general public with cats.

Caring for so many small needy animals is labour intensive, necessitating foster care for the youngest kittens until the older ones can leave. Five caring foster people provide backup to the cattery. Amongst the kittens currently in foster care are six tiny black ones found motherless on a farm, due for rehoming in four weeks.

Meanwhile Carol hopes to find homes for five currently in the cattery. Three are a part-feral “mixed bag”, and the other two are brother and sister tabbies – so friendly they are “a jolly nuisance”.

“They’re such a lovely pair. They came together and have never been parted. Timothy and Topsy. The vets like them to be named to identify them when they go in.”

Golden Bay Animal Welfare Society Inc is a non-profit

organisation that takes seriously their role of protecting, caring for and rehoming unwanted cats. Recently, they devised a questionnaire for people wanting to adopt, to ensure they went to suitable homes.

“It would be really nice to get more homes for kittens at the moment. They really need moving on before they get too old. But we’re responsible for these kittens. They are not a commodity; we need to know they’re secure and safe in their new surroundings.”

Golden Bay Animal Welfare Society Inc, by appointment only. Contact Carol Wells, ph 525 9494.

Ten-week-old brother and sister tabbies Timothy and Topsy are hopeful to leave the Animal Welfare cattery soon for their forever home. Photo: Anita Peters.

RESULTS

GOLF – 28 February. 1st Daisy (Par): C Le Comte +4. Closest to pin: 9/18 M Dobbie.

4 March. Strike play 1 (Net): J Crocker 65, R Young 65, T Polglase 71. Closest to pin: 3/12 B McKenzie, 4/13 8/17 R Davis, 9/18 J Crocker. Happy wanderer: A Bradnock.

Best gross: R Davis 81.

BRIDGE – 1 March. Championship Pairs Session 2: P and B Wilson 61.90%; D Sarll/D

Perreau 58.73%; T Packard/A Foreman 57.14%. H/cap: P and B Wilson 62.40%; D

Sarll/D Perreau 60.23%; T Packard/A Foreman 56.14%. 3 March. Autumn Winds

Session 1: D Sarll/L Field 59.38%; T Packard/A Scotland 56.50%; E Bradshaw/D Perreau

54.50%. H/cap: D Sarll/L Field 63.38%; T Packard/A Scotland 60%; E Bradshaw/D

Perreau 55.25%.

Tākaka athletes in season finale

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Seven athletes from Tākaka Athletics Club (TAC) took part in the Tasman Centre Championships over the final weekend of February.

Those from Golden Bay joined their counterparts from Marlborough, Nelson, Richmond, and Motueka clubs at Saxton Track, with athletes entering up to four track and field events each day.

The top three finishers in each event were awarded ribbons and TAC athletes brought home their fair share across numerous disciplines. Over the two days of competition each individual’s placing was awarded points which were totted up to decide the Tasman age grade champions.

Four members of the Tākaka team came very close to being crowned champion in their age group, with Cooper Strange runnerup in the 10-year-old boy’s category, while Ruby Darwen, who ended the weekend with several ribbons and season’s bests, picked up third place

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in the 13-year-old girl’s competition. In the 15-year-old girl’s category Iyla Lamason and Ella Baigent took second and third place respectively.

But it wasn’t all about the awards. At just 6 years-old, and entering his first proper competition of the season, Charlie Baigent showed great enthusiasm and sportsmanship, and improved season’s bests in all of the five events he competed in. And demonstrating steely determination, 11-year-old Warren

Hitchcock came away with a season’s best in the shot put.

The Tasman Centre Championships marks the final event on TAC’s calendar for the season which has been a vast improvement on the covid-affected 2021/2022 season. While the number of registered athletes declined, a keen group of youngsters emerged who all improved their season’s bests and were well supported by an enthusiastic committee, volunteers and parents.

Results (Tākaka club athletes)

Boys: Charlie Baigent (age 6): 60m, 12.16s (0.64s better); 80m, 15.3s (3.2s better); 100m, 20.23s (0.57s better); long jump, 2.16m; discus, 6.18m (0.05m better); shot put, 3.76m(0.33m better). Cooper Strange (age 10): 100m, 14.83s, 2nd; 200m, 30.95s (0.67s better), 2nd; 400m, 70.95s, 2nd; 800m, 2:57.39s, 3rd; high jump, 1.20m, 2nd; long jump, 3.83m, 2nd; shot put, 6.34m (0.03m better). Warren Hitchcock (age 11): shot put, 5.00m (0.22m better); discus, 9.37m.

Girls: Paige Baigent (age 13): shot put, 7.85m (0.21m better), 3rd; discus, 17.71m (0.41m better); long jump, 4.41m (0.12m better), 2nd; high jump, 1.25m; 100m, 14.78s; 200m, 30.62s. Ruby Darwen (age 13): high jump, 1.45m (0.05m better), 1st; long jump, 4.42m (0.02m better), 1st; 400m, 65.48s (2.5s better), 2nd; 100m, 14.38s, 3rd; 200m, 29.39s (0.67s better); 800m, 2:43.39s (4.24s better); discus, 16.96m(2.37m better), shot put 7.14m. Ella Baigent (age 15): shot put, 8.51m ,2nd; long jump, 2.90m, 3rd; discus, 13.19m, 3rd. Iyla Lamason (age 15): 100m, 15.17s, 2nd; 200m, 31.81s (0.08s better), 2nd; high jump 1.30m (0.05m better), 2nd; long jump, 3.96m, 2nd; discus, 14.17m (0.22m better), 2nd; shot put, 5.65m, 3rd.

Tākaka’s Magnificent Seven: from left, Warren Hitchcock, Cooper Strange, Paige Baigent, Charlie Baigent, Ella Baigent, Iyla Lamason, Ruby Darwen. Photos: Supplied.

Ruby Darwen makes her winning long jump.

Cooper Strange finishes in second place in the 100m event.

Kids rock up for Rockville triathlon

A field of around 80 keen young athletes participated in the Kids Triathlon, held in Rockville last Sunday morning.

Those aged six and over swam, cycled and ran their way around courses of different length, while the under-sixes tackled a tricky obstacle course with the help of a parent or guardian.

The triathlon courses were designed for each of the five age categories (6,7, 8-9, 10-11, and 12-15 yearsold). The youngest triathletes’ challenge was to retrieve a dive stick from the bottom of the pool followed by a 800m bike ride and a 400m run. For older ones, the course sectors were extended, with the oldest tasked with swimming four pool lengths, biking 4km and running 1.5km.

The event, a fundraiser for the Rockville swimming pool and the Aorere Hall, was organised by Bay Fitness owners Campbell and Jodianne Peters with help from the pool committee, and assisted by numerous volunteers who turned up on the day to help herd the athletes and ensure they enjoyed the event safely.

After completing the first sector in the swimming pool,

the athletes ran onto the adjacent lawn to don helmets and shoes before collecting their bikes. Once mounted, the cyclists headed off down Pah Road to the run location, returning by bike to the Rockville Reserve where they clambered over the bouncy slide on their final run to the finish.

Campbell was impressed with what he saw.

“The kids are so good to communicate with –they went through the transitions well, and had their game faces on. It’s been great seeing the kids cheering other kids on.”

As the competitors completed the course each was handed a bag containing goodies including a cap, drink bottle, lollies, and chocolate milk, courtesy of several local

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Bowls is a game for all ages; it’s light exercise as and when you feel like it. Existing members are prepared to help and advise new players. There are club competitions and some interclub games as well as social games for those who wish.

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businesses. After the final triathlete had claimed their goody bag, pool committee member Kerry Hoskin set about filling in certificates for all the 80-odd entrants. She acknowledged the generous contributions to the cause. “We’ve had lots of support from local businesses and the community.” Jodianne then corralled the under-sixes and their adult companions for a briefing about the obstacle course which featured numerous challenges including a piggy-back, crawling under hurdles, sack race, egg-and-spoon and throwing a rugby ball through a small hole. Given the success of the inaugural event, Campbell hinted that it might become a regular fixture.

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The first sector of the triathlon involved swimming lengths of the Rockville pool. Photo: Jo Richards.

Young triathletes make the transistion from swimming to biking. Photo: Jo Richards.

A school where everyone can shine

Central Tākaka School has updated its school vision, following consultation with students, staff, whānau and the school board. Principal Steve McLean conveyed the news at a recent whānau evening when they unveiled the new vision.

“Central Tākaka School Where Everyone Can Shine” – the new vision that encompasses the acronym for the school values, which have been in place for eight years.

S = Show Respect

H = Have Responsibility

I = Imagination (Creativity)

N = Never Give Up (Perseverance)

E = Educate together (Ako)

“We think it fits really well for our school,” explained Steve. “Being small and whānau focused, you get to know the students really well, and we find out every student’s got talents in different areas, whether it’s academic, sports, cultural, being an amazing gardener… and we tap into that and everyone gets a chance to shine in whatever they’re good at.

“Rather than one big star it’s more you’re glowworms, creating together...like lots of individual lights making a strong glow as opposed to one big sun.”

Bringing students and families together for a barbeque and bouncy castle, as well as revealing the new vision, cemented a sense of belonging for all. In addition to that was the sharing of new learner growth profiles, the result of 12 months of professional development with Jenny Bennett, funded by the Ministry of Education.

Further work with Jenny has helped to develop a localised curriculum incorporating local resources, both natural and historical.

An example is the project at Paines Ford that Central Tākaka School (CTS) students are involved in, along with the Department of Conservation (DOC) and Enviroschools.

Besides learning about the ecology of that environment, the students are raising tōtara seedlings to plant as part of the revitalisation project.

Another aspect of the new learning is incorporating traditional stories along with the new Aotearoa histories curriculum. The “amazing” resources for the local story of Ngārarahuarau, created by Robin Slow, is an example of this.

From the mountains to the sea – Ki Uta Ki Tai – is a major learning focus for term one. Senior CTS students recently experienced a three-day camp at Mangarākau, where they learned how the wetlands act as kidneys for the land, by filtering pollutants before they reach the sea. The West Coast area was further explored via tramping at Te Hapu, kayaking Wairoa River and swimming at Kaihoka Lakes.

With a roll of 43 children and half a dozen more to come soon, there are advantages to being a smaller school, such as enabling individualisation of each student’s learning style and needs.

Proving an ability to achieve big things, last year the Epro8 team earned third place in the Year 5/6 Top of the South Grand Finals. Students experience art and music with talented support staff Rose Williams and

Hennie Pemberton respectively, while a group of mothers tend to the school gardens on Thursdays and teach the children about gardening, sometimes creating healthy treats from the goodies grown.

“The families are really involved in the school, and the working bees are always well supported,” said Steve, “The parents are often giving up their time to support the school using skills they can bring to the table. The building of new picnic tables, delivering manure for the gardens, and coaching sports teams are just a few examples of this.”

Looking forward to term two, the Twilight Fair will again be held. It is the school’s major fundraiser, run by the Home and School team. The popular event promises live music, plenty of food for purchase, a fairy walk through trees beside the playground, and a lit-up bike track.

Also, as part of an enterprise unit, the students create companies to develop a product or service to sell at the fair. This involves applying for a business loan from the school, which is paid off at the end. If there’s a profit, the children get to decide what to do with it.

“It definitely teaches the students some financial literacy,” said Steve.

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Central Tākaka School students display the new school vision. Back row, from left, Tāne Marsh, Charlotte McLellan, Phee Glystra-Bensemann. Front row, from left, Sofia Hopley, Danni McLean, Zoe Ward, Bowen O’Sullivan, Alfie Nalder, Marcel Terras. Photo: Ronnie Short.

AGM NOTICES

GOLDEN Bay Orchestra AGM, Tuesday 14 March, 7pm at Puramahoi Hall.

GOLDEN Bay Gun Club AGM, 5.30pm on Wednesday 12 April at 96B Commercial Street (Laser Electrical).

ŌNEKAK Ā Hall AGM, triennial elections, Tuesday 14 March, 7pm. All welcome.

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THE Golden Bay Community Board will meet at 1pm on 13 March at the Tākaka Service Centre. Agenda and reports are available to view online at the meetings calendar on www. tasman.govt.nz. See advert on page 4 of this issue for more.

CRAIG Potton MNZM, well-known photographer, conservationist and publisher, will present “Rewilding of Mind and Place”, an illustrated talk examining an opening of our hearts and minds to the wild within and without. Senior Citizens’ Hall, Friday 17 March, 10.30am. All welcome – non U3A members a gold coin please. Supported with funding from TDC Community Grant.

$8,000 Community Grant 20th Round

The RSC Community Grant is again open to applicants.

The purpose of the grant is to distribute $8000 biannually to cultural, philanthropic, charitable, sporting or educational organisations or any other purpose that benefits the Golden Bay community or a section of it.

Applications Close: Midday, Friday 31st March 2023

Application forms to be collected from the Country Store Mon-Fri: 8am – 5pm & Sat: 9am – 12pm Contact Victoria 929 7519 admin@rsc.co.nz

“Electronic Resources available through Tākaka Library” – a presentation by Carolyn Roberts for SeniorNet. Monday 13 March, 2.30pm, St John Rooms at the Rec Centre. All welcome. Non-members $5 please.

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WE ARE SEEKING EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST for our next hospitality superstar. Get in touch if you have three+ years’ experience. cheryl@goodness2go.co.nz

Support Worker/Coach

Permanent Part -Time (includes sleepovers & weekends)

The National DBT Service, located in Takaka, is NZ’s ONLY residential Mental Health programme (six beds) providing intensive D ialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

We are seeking flexible and open- minded individuals who are astute, empathetic and good listeners for casual or part-time shift work (various shifts 4- 8hrs during day/evening/night and weekends) Check out our webpage w w w tw m or g nz /ca r eer s for the full job description If you are looking for a meaningful & exciting job with an hourly pay rate above average, we would like to hear from you

If you are considering applying but are unsure of some details, please feel free to contact us directly at 03 525 9624 (ext 701) Te Whare Mahana (TWM) will invest in training for the right candidate! Please forward your complete application (Cover letter, CV and our TWM Application Form) to: H R @ t w m o r g n z

Golden Bay Grey Power 2023 MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL

Membership renewals and new members can be made at our table at Fresh Choice on TUESDAY 28 MARCH or post to: 28 Feary Crescent, Takaka 7110

MEMBERSHIP FORM

Electronic payment can be made to our bank account number 38-9004-0578046-00

Use surname and membership number as reference Grey Power Golden Bay Assn

Tick option: Renewal New member Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms

Surname:

Technical Sales Rep/Member Support

The Rural Service Centre is a local, farmer owned co-opera�ve which consists of a Country Store and Veterinary Clinic based in Takaka, Golden Bay. Our primary focus is on providing our members and customers with a comprehensive range of products and services. We are an independant local business that has a strong focus on suppor�ng the Golden Bay community.

We are looking for a person with a great a�tude and integrity to join our wonderful team. Good communica�on and organisa�onal skills will be a must for this role.

This is a diverse full-�me posi�on that is both challenging and rewarding. You will need experience in the agribusiness industry regarding products and services. You will have basic agronomy knowledge and have an interest in keeping up to date with the latest trends and compliance issues facing our members.

Full postal address:

First name: Post code:

Phone:

Email address:

Membership number:

Subscription $15 per person

Please put a “X” if you do not want promotional mail

We offer a compe��ve salary, staff uniform and employee discount, plus a great working environment with a suppor�ve and fun team culture. Applicants for this posi�on must have NZ residency or hold a valid work visa.

If this sounds like you then please apply now with your CV and covering le�er telling us why you would be perfect to join our team.

PLEASE SEND APPLICATIONS TO Jeff Riordan (General Manager) email: jeff.riordan@rsc.co.nz

Applica�ons close 31st March 2023

The Rural Service Centre 03-525-9113 64 Meihana Street Takaka www.rsc.co.nz

Contact: Ph 027 865 1617

Email: info@clayhoskinbuilders.co.nz

DAIRYFARMASSISTANT

We are looking for an honest, reliable and enthusiastic person to work with us as part of our team

Dairy farming position available on 550 cow property in Upper Takaka. 50 bale rotary shed, irrigated k-line and pivots, accommodat1on included. A detailed job description is available.

Applications close 20 March 2023 with start date

1 June 2023 or earlier by negotiation

For more information or to apply contact Robert Rosser 0276726752 or roborosser@xtra.co.nz

Providing hypnotherapy, NLP and Clifton strengths coaching to the people of Golden Bay & beyond!

Rachael - 022 637 0497 I goldenbayhypnotherapy.com

We are looking for a part-time team member (15 - 20 hrs a week), will be more hours over summer.

Must be happy to obtain a duty manager’s licence, be available nights and weekends, be physically fit, good customer service and computer literate. If this sounds like you or someone you know, call in for a chat.

Email CV to goldenbay@superliquor.co.nz or pop in and drop off your CV.

Country Store Assistant

The Rural Service Centre is a local, farmer owned co-opera�ve which consists of a Country Store and Veterinary Clinic based in Takaka, Golden Bay. Our primary focus is on providing our members and customers with a comprehensive range of products and services. We are an independant local business that has a strong focus on suppor�ng the Golden Bay community.

We are looking for a new member of staff to join our family. This opportunity does not come along o�en. This is a part �me role covering approximately 24 - 32 hours per week including the Saturday morning roster, there may be extra hours available for covering annual leave and sickness.

You must be a people person who is familiar with point of sale and comfortable and confident serving customers in person and over the phone.

It would be advantageous if you have gardening / farming knowledge but is not a precursor to filling this posi�on. The person for this role must be fit and healthy as there will be some li�ing involved as well as being on your feet for most of the day. This will be a very diverse role that would suit a prac�cal hands on person who is willing to get their hands dirty.

We offer a compe��ve salary, staff uniform and employee discount, plus a great working environment with a suppor�ve and fun team culture. Applicants for this posi�on must have NZ residency or hold a valid work visa. We are looking for someone to come on board as soon as possible.

If this sounds like you then please apply now with your CV and covering le�er telling us why you would be perfect to join our team.

PLEASE SEND APPLICATIONS TO Mike Manshande (Country Store Manager) email: store.manager@rsc.co.nz

Applica�ons close 31st March 2023

The Rural Service Centre 03-525-9113

64 Meihana Street Takaka

www.rsc.co.nz

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.

HEARING AID SUPPORT. This month’s clinic for the Nelson Hearing Association takes place on Friday 17 March from 1pm at GBCH. Please ring me for an appointment 525 7465 or 021 928 455. I can clean and dry your aids, provide spare parts, check your ears and give advice. Consultations cost $10 or are free to members. Looking forward to seeing you. Morfydd. LOLLY Dadley-Moore. Biodynamic craniosacral therapy, aromatherapy, professional supervision. Ph 027 338 9504, inbodyhealth.co.nz

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

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

Fit for life

live life to the fullest

Personal Training sessions available with Pam @ the Fitness Junction at Takaka township Ph: 027 895 8745

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

ACC registered Provider

• Sports & Accident injuries

• Complex musculoskeletal conditions

• Clinical reviews / Second opinions

• Orthopaedic / Post-operative rehabilitation

• Postural / Biomechanical correction programmes

• Clinical Massage Therapy

No GP referral required

Ask us about our no-cost initial Physio assessment

Call 0800 749 739 for info or an appointment today

Fit for life

Qualified Midwife with 36 years’ experience offering pregnancy classes, antenatal and postnatal home visits for private consultations, birth debrief, nutrition and lactation advice.

Chiropractor

Inga Schmidt

MSc (Chiro), DC, MNZCA

021 180 7789

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

ACC registered

Job vacancy for a experienced qualified builder and a labourer, fit and willing to work in a variety of tasks.

Sea View Cottage Pohara

For those of you looking for an elevated home in Golden Bay set well back from the coastline and still giving you a sparkling sea view take a looky here!

Sea view cottage is just the tonic for a hard-earned retirement, and enjoys a private wee pozzie at the end of this quiet cul-de-sac, adjacent to a reserve Sitting here on the deck enjoying the view over Golden Bay, with glass in hand you would be forgiven for thinking you are on holiday - and you might be but why not stay a while In addition to the double lock up garage there is a driveway down the side of the house for easy access to the gardens, and also to provide parking for your motorhome and fishing boat

To be sold at Deadline Sale with offers over $800 000 in by 30th March 2023 Will not be sold prior

Saturday 11th March

19

9 Ruataniwha Drive, Collingwood

Ordnance House was built for my clients in 2017 and the Guest Suite and garage added in 2019 For a peek inside take our Virtual Tour, and note the voluminous interior, with over height ceilings and doors; and an indoor outdoor flow that is effortless With all the charm of a quintessential kiwi bach, and modern luxuries tucked out of sight, the bespoke floor plan is all about the view The fully fenced 1301 sqm section has irrigated gardens and the well-established landscaping provides sheltered spots for a quiet snooze in the sun Enjoying the protection of the recently completed sea wall, you can sit back and let the Golden Bay be your entertaining vista

Priced at $1,150,000,

59c Selwyn Street, Pohara || Tender, closing 23rd March, 2pm 9 Ruataniwha Drive, Collingwood || $699,000

This nine-year-old modern three bedroom two bathroom family home is beautifully positioned above the road with nice open vistas to iconic Mt Burnett and backs onto Collingwood Area School grounds

Take our Virtual Tour for a good look around this sunny home The 118sqm floor plan is boosted by the patio area off the living room, and a sleepout for guests with a shower and toilet and is attached to the double lockup garage This 1001sqm section is nice and level, and behind the garage is another parking area for your boat, trailer and caravan, and a shipping container in good condition for extra storage

Connection to all the mains services, including water supply, makes life easy

Priced at $699,000

Abel Tasman Accounting Limited Xero Certified, Public Practice CA.

Taxation services and general business support for clients of all shapes and sizes. Available evenings and weekends. Ph Bronwyn 027 268 4010, bronwyn@abeltasmanaccounting.co.nz

ACCOUNTANT and tax advisor. All Inland Revenue returns filed for big and small businesses and individuals. Self-employed and rental property reports prepared. Day and evening appointments available. Ph Susan Ayton Shaw 929 7507 or email taxayton@gmail.com

ACCOUNTANT. Long-standing market leader with unbeatable professional qualifications and experience. Warn & Associates, ph 525 9919.

ARBORIST, qualified, ph Jack Stevens 021 211 5580.

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

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

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

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

FLOOR -to-ceiling custom lined curtains using gorgeous fabrics and liners from NZ’s leading textile houses, call into Imagine designs in Z fuel stop, Tākaka and view our vast range, plus check out our Luxaflex® blind stand. Or ph Tracey for a free measure and quote 027 440 0071.

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.

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

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?

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

This much loved four bedroom home on an acre will be sold by Tender, and all offers will be considered on Thursday 23rd March and will not sell prior

The beach is only a 100m stroll out of the garden gate and over the dunes Making the most of the private location and mature gardens, you would be hard pressed to find a home with better indoor outdoor flow; there s a deck area for every time of day and every kind of weather The house is enhanced by the recent installation of significant flood protection from Ellis creek which flows past the property The creek provides a good water supply for the vegetable gardens & fruit trees A two bay farm shed provides parking for your boat and caravan, but who needs to go on a caravan holiday when you live in Pohara?

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.

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

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

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

WINDOW cleaning. Ph Willem 022 134 1726.

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

Daniel Bruning - Diggs 027 307 8774 diggslimited@gmail.com

Specialising in residential earthworks and more Give Diggs a call to see how he can help dig your dream

TRADES AND SERVICES / Mahi a ratonga

Months free^ 2022. Lending criteria, apply. Standard Interest outstanding balance Establishment Fee Finance Purchases. www.flooringxtra.co.nz

Example Flooring Xtra Your store address goes in here

E: emailus@flooringxtra.co.nz www.flooringxtra.co.nz

Time for BLUEBERRIES! Nutritious, Flavourful, Easy Care PLANT NOW !

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

TO GIVE AWAY / Koha

TWO hen houses, wood/wire, 1x1.5m, .7x 2m, free for removal. Ph 027 747 8255.

PROPERTY WANTED / Rawa hiahia

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

EARTHSEA GALLERY

Fine Landscape Paintings - Reproduction Giclee Prints Studio Gallery of Peter Geen

FRIDAY 17 MARCH

HEARING AID SUPPORT. Nelson Hearing Association clinic with Morfydd from 1pm at GBCH. See advert in Health & Wellbeing section for full details.

LATER EVENTS

REMAKE, REUSE, REPURPOSE SEWING DAY, focusing on ball dresses. Saturday 18 March. See advert next page.

LIONS BINGO FUNDRAISER, Collingwood Memorial Hall, Monday 20 March. Doors open 6.30pm, eyes down 7pm. Supper provided for koha, great prizes.

Global Café Community Conversations

Comein&joinusforachat

• How are we welcoming newcomers?

• What is working well?

• How could we be more inclusive?

13 March 2023, 10am – 12pm

Now at: 283 High Street, Motueka

YOUR

For all Mowers, Chainsaws, Trimmers, and Blowers

Sales

Kerry@lifestylecentre.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. Open 7 days, 11am till late. Catering and large group bookings available. Ph 524 8160.

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.

LANGFORD STORE, Bainham. Open 6 days, 9am-5pm. Closed Fridays. Ph 524 8228.

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.

WANTED / Hiahia

TĀKAKA fingered rocks, five-six, big enough for a person to lift to surround a dinghy sculpture. Ph Maeve 0274 762 461. GARDENER for maturing Pakawau section. Ph 027 338 6070.

FOR SALE / Hei hokohoko

GARAGE sale. Saturday 11 March, 9am-12pm, 29 Rototai Road. Cheap and free stuff. Some good stuff.

FIREWOOD. Delivering now: Douglas fir, gum, beech, Lawson cypress. Ph Bay Firewood 027 769 6348.

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

NATIVE TREES AND GRASSES AT TLC NURSERY. Big grade trees available and welcoming orders. Ph 525 6183.

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, Tracey 027 440 0071.

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

UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere

TUESDAY 14 MARCH

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

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 15 MARCH

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

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

THURSDAY 16 MARCH

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

76 Boyle Street (Golf Course Rd) Clifton, Takaka. Ph 525 7007. Open 10am-5pm. www.earthseagallery.com

GALLERIES / Whakakitenga

The Mussel Inn Coming Up...

Sun 12th TATTLETALE SAINTS - A masterful blend of Americana fused with jazz, soul, and pop. 8pm, $15

Salon Concert with an historical theme. $25 presales or $30 door

Thu 16th QUIZ - 7.30pm. All welcome.

Sat 18th DESOTOS - Americana/Country Blues, $15

Sat 25th TOM RODWELL, $15

Wed 29th ENDA KENNY $15

Thu 30th QUIZ - 7.30pm. All welcome. for more details see www.musselinn.co.nz

Classic Scrambles

10am

Sunday 19 March

ONEKAKA

Mohua Social Services Community Hall

18th March 22nd April 20th May

Friday 10th March

4:00 Encanto: Disney Singalong (PG)

8:00 The Whale (M)

Saturday 11th

8:00 Women’s Adventure Film Tour (G)

Sunday 12th

5:00 Fisherman’s Friends 2 (PG)

8:00 The Banshees of Inisherin (M) ENCORE

Wednesday 15th

5:30 The Whale (M)

UPCOMING GIGS & EVENTS...

Signposted on State Highway 60 Free entry for spectators

Food and drink available on site T-shirts available

Programmes to listen out for:

Solar Made Simple

A renewable energy/climate focused show that will cover three critical components in any energy focused discussion: Energy Efficiency, Climate Change and What’s do-able Daily. Using the DIA approach (Data.Insights.Action) we can cut to the chase and come up with meaningful solutions into actioning the perennial problem of living within our [so called] energy constrained environment. The world is awash with dire predictions of where we are headed, aka to the bottom of the cliff; without an ambulance! But precious little on what is do-able daily. So by taking ownership at the ‘individual’ level we can collectively make a measurable difference as small as that might be. The more the merrier! Airs Monday mornings at 9.30 with new content every 2 weeks.

Lounging at the Gecko

Moux and Ted discuss current and upcoming films and events at the Gecko Motueka, the boutique cinema of the top of the south. Airs Wednesday morning at 9.30 and replays Thursdays at 2.30pm.

FreshFM.NZ

GOLDEN BAY WEATHER FORECAST

Valid from Friday 10 until Tuesday 14 March

Friday: Southwesterlies. A few showers persisting in western areas, elsewhere clearing to become fine

Saturday: Southerlies dying away with sea breezes for a time. Mainly fine and warm by afternoon

Sunday: Northwesterlies developing. Mainly fine although cloud and showers about Kahurangi later

Monday: Gusty northwesterlies easing and tending southwest later. Some rain at first, then clearing to a few showers

Tuesday: Southerlies easing. Cloudy periods with the odd shower at first, then clearing

Proudly sponsors Golden Bay Tide Watch

Commercial Street, Takaka ꟾ Ph 525 7305

Saturday 10am - 2pm

www.gbweekly.co.nz

CHURCH SERVICES ON SUNDAYS

GOLDEN Bay Anglican Church warmly invites you to join them on Sunday, 10am at Tākaka or 4.45pm at Collingwood (starting with a cuppa). Fellowship gatherings (fellowship, songs, prayer and bible study) held fortnightly – 12 and 26 March; traditional services (with a speaker) held on alternate fortnights – 5 and 19 March.

SACRED Heart Catholic faith community celebrate Mass at 5pm on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month. All warmly welcome.

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

TOWN HOUSE 42 MEIHANA STREET, TĀKAKA

$675,000

The location of this home is ideal for either a family or for those wishing to downsize as it is easy walking distance to Takaka township & both primary & high schools but what is even better is the great rural outlook from the back patio. The back garden with its fertile soil has great vegetable beds where you are able to grow everything you need to eat fresh throughout the year, & an assortment of native & flowering plants & herbs abound. The house has 3 cosy bedrooms with built-in wardrobes & lots of hallway storage space. The open plan living area & patio at the rear of the home has a great rural outlook. Call me. Ref: GB3932

FISHING…...COFFEE…...RELAX!

OPEN HOME Sunday 1.00 - 1.30pm

This charming 4 bdrm home will have you nesting in no time! Solid features befitting the 1950’s era, with thorough maintenance securing its future. Open plan living, sunroom, polished wooden floors, inbuilt fireplace & lots of storage, warm & cosy, light & spacious! While outdoors there is the garden/storage shed & a double garage, along with lots of space for the kids to kick a ball. So, if you are ready for a spacious, family home, then this could be the one for you! Call us to view. Ref: GB3929

Paul McConnon 0275 042 872 paul@goldenbayproperty.com or Jana McConnon 021 245 2197 jana@goldenbayproperty.com

DOUBLE THE DELIGHT!

OPEN HOME Saturday 3.00 - 3.30pm

605 COLLINGWOOD PUPONGA MAIN ROAD, COLLINGWOOD $795,000

I kid you not!! This very tidy, 3-bdrm home on a generous section of just over 9000m 2 offers stunning views across to Collingwood & Golden Bay. The house sits well above the road & estuary, within a very tidy, established garden, plus some lush bush & a small stream to the rear. The house has recently had a new roof & is presented in a very tidy condition. The interior, while original, is in a good condition & you could easily make your mark on the property to become your family home OR the family get -away! Seven minutes to Collingwood or even less to Pakawau Beach…..fishing….coffee….relax! Call me. Ref: GB3927 James Mackay 027 359 0892 james@goldenbayproperty.com

BEACH, BREWS & BBQ’S

12A LEISURE LANE, LIGAR BAY

• The golden sands just mins away

• 3 bedrooms / 2 bathrooms

• Open plan living

• Light & spacious throughout

• Where every day is a holiday!

Ref: GB3916 Offers Over $789,000 Jana McConnon 021 245 2197 or Paul McConnon 0275 042 872

homes sitting on just over 1500m2 of land. A 1930's modernised house (above) & a 1995 Fraemohs home - x2 bdrms each. Both with sunny verandas, great sheds, established gardens, fruit trees, rural views, perfect for 2 families, so bring home the grandies! The Rec Centre & Park, GB Hospital & Central Takaka School are all within walking distance too. This delightful property has more options than most! Call me to view. Ref: GB3933

Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840 belinda@goldenbayproperty.com

OPEN HOME Sunday 12.00 - 12.30pm

HOW

SOON CAN YOU MOVE??

30 MEIHANA STREET, TĀKAKA

• 2 bedrooms + Office, 1 bathroom

• New kitchen, bathroom & laundry

• Great outdoor entertaining area

• Very tidy family home

• Motivated Vendors

Ref: GB3922 $665,000

Jana McConnon 021 245 2197 or Paul McConnon 0275 042 872