Funds sought for Abel Tasman book

RICHARDS

Writer and researcher Rudi Mack is planning to publish his book about Abel Tasman’s 1642 voyage and is seeking crowdfund backing.

Rudi has completed his manuscript: First contacts: The early Pacific and European accounts of Abel Tasman’s 1642 voyage. “It is with a publisher but to get it over the line the project now needs to raise funds towards the publication costs, which are high for a hardcover of 430 pages and 75 illustrations,” says Rudi.

“The book offers fresh and sometimes surprising perspectives of Abel Tasman’s 1642-43 voyage. By translating and cross referencing previously undervalued textual and visual sources, new interpretations of certain events during the voyage emerge, including the first encounters between Europeans and Indigenous people of Tasmania, New Zealand, and Tonga. Tasman’s visit to Golden Bay in December 1643 features strongly in the book.”

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PROJECT DE-VINE

The book delves into several Māori and Tongan oral traditions of their first encounters with Tasman as well as on previously untranslated historical sources in the Dutch, French, German and Italian languages.

The author has previously published six articles on the early contact period in Aotearoa, particularly on Tasman’s visit in 1642, but says that, now there is so much new and exciting material, it needs to be published as a book.

Rudi has a target of $10,000 and has already attracted some donations. “The crowd-funding has had a great start with $2700 raised already and I am hoping that there will be some people in Golden Bay who will contribute some funds to get the project over the line.”

To make a donation (which are tax deductable), go to: https://boosted.org.nz/projects/first-contacts

NBS donates $90k to region's hospices

RICHARDS

Following the success of its recent campaign to attract new deposit funds, NBS is donating $90,600 to three regional hospices.

During March, NBS promoted a term investment special offering to make a $200 donation to the hospice closest to where a new account was opened. Across the organisation’s eight branches, a total of 453 new term investment accounts were opened, meaning the sum of $90,600 will be distributed to hospices in Mid-Canterbury, Buller West Coast and Nelson Tasman – which will receive $73,400.

NBS Chief Executive Tony Cadigan, expressed his delight at the result. “We would like to thank all our clients for their support and for making these donations possible."

Donna Ching-Tregidga, head of supporter engagement and income development at Nelson Tasman Hospice, was equally delighted and welcomed the contribution to the hospice’s fundraising efforts. “Every year we must raise a shortfall of $3.5 million so we can continue to offer all our services for free, so every dollar counts. We are extremely grateful to NBS and value the special relationship that we have with them. Not only are they our banking provider, but they really understand the importance of the work we do in the community and the difference we can make to the lives of patients and their families.”

Agm Notices

MARBLE Mountain Country and Music Club AGM, Sunday 21 May, 1pm. Afterwards share lunch and then club afternoon. New and old members most welcome to come along.

GOLDEN Bay High School Home and School AGM will be held in the school library on Wednesday 24 May 2023. The meeting will be preceded by a Special General Meeting commencing at 7pm to review clause 8.3 of the constitution and will be followed by a committee meeting. All members of the school community welcome.

RECENT AGM / Hui ā tau - Nō nā tata nei

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

PUBLIC NOTICES / Pānui a whānui

GOLDEN Bay Community Board meeting at 1pm on 8 May 2023, at the Golden Bay Service Centre. Agenda and reports, plus a Zoom link are available via the Meetings Calendar at www.tasman.govt.nz

GRAZING available for 50 heifers. Ph Nathan 027 226 0488.

YOUTH Sewing raffle winners: painting by Sarah Thomas, Mary D; quilt by Bridget Miller, Lee; hamper, Susan. Thank you to all those who purchased or sold tickets and to Take Note and FreshChoice for the venues. Arohanui from Mohua Social Services and the Youth Sewing Project.

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

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

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

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.

We wish to gratefully acknowledge the generous support of Tasman District Council and Golden Bay Community Trust for our work with stray and feral cats in the past financial year.

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

Rachael - 022 637 0497 I goldenbayhypnotherapy.com

Secondary Social Studies Teacher

Fixed Term - Part Time

2 classes

Phone 525 9914 or email steph@gbh.school.nz

Applications close at 4pm, Wednesday 10 May 2023.

Golden Bay High School

Customer Service Representative/Driver TAKAKA

Join an organisation helping to grow the country, bring your experience as a Delivery Driver and become a valued member of our Takaka team.

Support our Takaka Rural Supplies team and clients in this dual role of Delivery Driver/Customer Service Representative.

About the role:

Delivery Driver/Customer Service role, permanent full-time, 40 hours Monday to Friday + rostered Saturday mornings

Operate company vehicles such as forklifts and utes safely

Apply excellent attention to detail to accurately receive and process inwards/outwards good

• Follow direction and processes as you load the PGW ute/trailer and complete deliveries to clients’ sites

• Attend to assigned tasks in a timely manner to ensure efficient operations of the Storeroom

Open 7 Days

Mon-Fri 8.30am-5pm & Sat-Sun 9am-1pm Ph 525 7265 │ 7 Commercial Street, Takaka

Website: www.hammerhardware.co.nz

Email:goldenbay@hammerhardware.co.nz

HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora ACUPUNCTURE, Roslind Gold ph 027 333 5006.

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.

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.

REFLEXOLOGY with Ariane Wyler, Thursdays 1.30-6pm in town. Otherwise mobile service available. Ph 021 0260 7607.

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

Kahui Ako Ki Mohua: Attendance Officer (readvertised)

Kahui Ako Ki Mohua is our cluster of the schools of Golden Bay. We are seeking a person to help us manage attendance rates for our ākonga (young people).

This is a fixed-term, part-time position for 53 weeks, 10 hours per week and term-time only. This is an exciting opportunity for the right person wanting to make a difference.

To request a copy of the Job Description, and any questions, email hugh.gully@collingwood.school.nz

To apply send a covering letter stating strengths related to the job description, a current CV with up to three referees to hugh.gully@collingwood.school.nz

Applications close Friday 12 May 2023

Use your exceptional customer service skills to greet customers and assist with loading/unloading deliveries Network with customers as you share your knowledgeable advice about our extensive product range.

Skills and experience:

A full, current, and clean NZ driver’s licence, with the ability to operate a manual vehicle, and reverse trailers. F endorsement and Class 2 will be an advantage however training can be provided

• Good physical fitness as you will be on your feet for the majority of the day and be required to complete many manual handling tasks throughout the day

Great communication and willingness to be an outstanding team player

Strong computer literacy skills that enable you to promptly switch on to our systems

• Horticulture or Rural sector knowledge and experiences.

Our benefits

PGG Wrightson provide our employees with a comprehensive benefits package with a great range of corporate staff discounts and benefits across:

• Banking Fuel discounts

• Technology

• Retailers

Discounted healthcare and real estate.

• Discounted medical insurance

Access to free flu vaccinations

In-house and external training opportunities

• Occupational Counselling Programme (OCP).

About PGG Wrightson

For over 160 years PGG Wrightson (PGW) have worked alongside New Zealand farmers to service their on-farm needs, supporting our common goal of helping grow the country.

We provide products and services nationwide to our 90 retail stores with over 1500 employees working across PGW. People enjoy working here because we truly value our people and we are committed to growing our employees through developing technical expertise and leadership abilities, opening the doors to a challenging and rewarding career in the rural industry.

We are committed to our company values of being Accountable, strong Leadership, showing Integrity, and working Smarter and our Teamwork.

To discuss this opportunity further, please contact, Sam Yeatman, Store Manager - 03 525 7892.

Apply now or to find out more about working at PGG Wrightson or to view other opportunities visit careers.pggwrightson.co.nz and enter reference number 21891NSP www.pggwrightson.co.nz

Applications close on Wednesday, 17 May 2023.

Helping grow the country

TRADES AND SERVICES / Mahi a ratonga

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.

CURTAINS, sheers, blinds made from NZ's leading textile fabrics. Transform your space with floor-to-ceiling custom curtains. Imagine designs, in the Z Fuel stop, Tākaka, ph Tracey for a free measure and quote 027 440 0071.

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

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

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

Introducing Doug Smith

I have been living and working locally since 2008. Use my experience, honesty, integrity and work ethic to deliver you the highest value for your number one asset. Competitive commission and marketing tailor made to your individual requirements.

I

M 027 543 2280

Professionalism

douglasjcsmith@pggwrightson.co.nz 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 SWEEPING, SPIDER AND FLY SPRAYING Ph 524 8795 or 027 434 5405

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

GOLDEN BAY ROOFING

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

GOLDEN Bay Storage, Tā kaka. Dry, safe, secure, alarmed, insurance approved. Furniture trailer available. Ph Marg

027 222 5499, goldenbaystorage@gmail.com

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

HELPING HANDS ph 525 6226. Te Whare Mahana

Supported Employment. Lawnmowing, line trimming, garden maintenance, riparian planting, scrub-cutting, gutter cleaning, recycling, pothole repair, waterblasting, window cleaning, house moves. How can we help?

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.

MAINTENANCE/ handyman. Can do most jobs, remote or "at home". Chainsaw jobs. Ph Shaun 027 880 3535.

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.

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.

FOR SALE / Hei hokohoko

MEGA indoor garage sale. Saturday 6 May from 9 to 12 noon, 3a Arapeta Place (follow signs). All needs to go! Cheap or free. Free furniture (used), kitchen appliances, clothes/shoes (women/teens), kids' toys/books/sportsgear.

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

ELECTRIC recliner La-Z-boy armchair; chocolate brown velour. TiMOTION tech Ltd. As new. $777. Ph 027 747 8255.

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

NATIVE trees and grasses at TLC Nursery. Big grade trees available and welcoming orders for 2023. Ph 525 6183. YUKKA plants for patios. Some potted. 50c - $10. Ph 027 747 8255.

GRAZING available for 50 heifers. Ph Nathan 027 226 0488.

BORDER collie pups. Ph 021 0259 0982.

EMPLOYMENT WANTED / Hiahia mahi

MAINTENANCE/ handyman. Can do most jobs, remote or "at home". Chainsaw jobs. Ph Shaun 027 880 3535.

SEEKING consistent ongoing landscaping gardening development/maintenance opportunities. Honest, particular, reliable, punctual. Ph Joshua 027 923 5880.

PROPERTY WANTED / Rawa hiahia

SMALL rural property to purchase. Txt 027 278 2128.

LONG- term accommodation required, one or two bedrooms, anything considered. Please ph 027 919 1326.

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

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 – 5 and 19 May; traditional services (with a speaker) held on alternate fortnights – 12 and 26 May.

SACRED Heart Catholic faith community winter timetable: Mass, 4pm, 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month. Service of the Word, 9.30am, 2nd Sunday of the month. All warmly welcome.

ST Andrews Presbyterian Church extends a warm welcome to join us at 10am for a time of worship and fellowship.

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

THE MUSSEL INN. Open 7 days from 11am.

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

UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere

FRIDAY 5 MAY

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

The Mussel Inn Coming Up...

Mon 8th SINGALONG with Craig Denham . All welcome.

Thu 11th QUIZ, 7.30pm. All welcome.

Sat 13th ANDREW WHIT E - awesome guitar troubadour, $15.

Mon 15th SINGALONG with Craig Denham . All welcome.

Thu 18th ACID ON THE MICROPHONE , guest Isabelle Wolff, $5.

Sun 21st NZ STRING QUARTET - 2pm. $30 presales; $35 door, if any available.

Mon 22nd SINGALONG with Craig Denham . All welcome.

Wed 24th BOB DYLAN’S BIRTHDAY celebration with CLAYTON TAYLOR.

Thu 25th QUIZ, 7.30pm. All welcome. for more details see www.musselinn.co.nz