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Electorate swings to right

Chart showing preliminary election results for West Coast-Tasman electorate. Vertical axis indicates number of votes each candidate received. Full names and party affiliations are as follows: Maureen Pugh (National); Damien O’Connor (Labour); Patrick Phelps (Independent); Kelly Lilley (ACT NZ); Steve Richards (Green); Jackie Farrelly (NZ First); Sue Grey (NZ Outdoors & Freedom); Sebastian Marinkovich (NZ Loyal); Richard Osmaston (Money Free).

Data from Electoral Commission, 17 October. Photo: Jo Richards.

JO RICHARDS

As votes were counted across the country on Saturday night, it became increasingly clear that the Labour Party would not be forming the next Government – even with the support of the Green Party.

Based on preliminary results, a National-ACT coalition now looks set to take power, although its current wafer-thin majority could disappear when special votes (which can represent up to 20 per cent of the total votes) are finally tallied on 3 November. Should this eventuate, the coalition would require a third partner – most likely to be NZ First.

The nationwide swing away from the political left was mirrored in the West CoastTasman electorate, with long-term incumbent, Labour’s Damien O’Connor, seeing his support – and that of his party – collapse from more than the 20,000 achieved in the 2020 general

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election to 10,722 and 8,732 respectively.

Although special votes will almost certainly increase these figures, the party vote is effectively lost to National which currently has a total of 12,224 votes (see Table 1). This is less of a surprise given that, with the exception of 2020, National has taken the party vote in the electorate in every election since 2005.

National’s candidate Maureen Pugh is currently around 900 votes ahead of Damien, but she is understandably wary of calling the result early. In 2014 and 2017 she almost made it to Parliament but missed the cut on the party list after special votes were counted, and it was only Bill English’s resignation in 2018 that allowed her in.

Responding to an inquiry from The GB Weekly on Monday, Maureen reiterated the need for caution. “All positions are provisional until the special votes are counted, so...

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Table 1. Preliminary results for the party vote.

Party National Labour ACT NZ Green NZ First NZ Loyal TOP Freedoms NZ Māori

Votes 12224 8732 4699 3642 3574 1156 597 237 221

JO RICHARDS

The first phase of Port Tarakohe’s planned development will go ahead thanks to a government loan, part of a “like for like” funding agreement with Tasman District Council (TDC).

The $6 million loan made through Kānoa – the provincial development investment group within the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment – adds to the $6.7million that TDC plans to invest in the 2024-25 year.

Tasman Mayor Tim King says it is good news for the future of business at Port Tarakohe. "For a long time now, we have worked with many groups to realise the value within the port environs. This approach will reap benefits for the NelsonTasman economy.”

The funding, according to TDC, will be used for the development of the sheet pile wharf, enhancing and enlarging commercial marina capabilities, and providing greater service amenities to support the planned and continued growth of the aquaculture industry operating in Golden Bay. Th e d e ve l o p m e n t re p re s e n t s a significant step in the Moananui Strategy, led by the Nelson Regional Development Agency (NRDA).

“NRDA has been working alongside TDC, Kānoa, and regional leaders to promote Nelson-Tasman as the home of the blue economy,” says NRDA chief executive Fiona Wilson. “We continue to prioritise our blue economy as a key economic focus with the potential to lift our low productivity.

Port Tarakohe is one project we have been advocating for and today’s announcement helps build our world-class assets and ecosystem.”

Golden Bay Ward councillor Chris Hill says it’s good news for Golden Bay and beyond. “It is another opportunity to strengthen not only the Bay's local economy but also the wider regional and national economy, through ensuring our local aquaculture industry has the infrastructure required for growth and return. While it is an important element in a successful community future, the contribution we as a district are making to the national and regional economy should not be overlooked.”

It is not all about the blue economy; the funding will also be used to develop a “resilience ramp” that can be used by barges to supply the Bay's needs when other access points are cut off.

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Electorate swings to right

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Continued from page 1 Fellow councillor Celia Butler also welcomes the development. "This type of funding will enable us to realise the potential value of the port, both to the resilience of Golden Bay and to a comparatively sustainable national and regional marine industry."

Labour’s Damien O’Connor is at risk of losing his long-held seat.

Continued from page 1 ...nothing is confirmed yet. However, I am very humbled to have the support of the West Coast-Tasman communities to this point. It will always be a privilege to work for and on behalf of our communities.”

Damien O’Connor’s office responded to a request from The GB Weekly by explaining that, given the potential significance of the special votes, making a comment “wouldn’t be appropriate at this time”.

While the West Coast-Tasman election is turning out to be a two-horse race, the relatively unknown independent candidate Patrick Phelps has come from nowhere to occupy third place with 5,246 votes. Currently leading the also-rans is ACT’s Kelly Lilley, closely followed by Steve Richards (Green) before a sizeable gap to the rest of the field (See Table 2).

Table 2. Preiminary vote counts for electoral candidates.

Candidate

Party

Votes

Maureen Pugh

National

11637

Damien O’Connor

Labour

10722

Patrick Phelps

Independent

5246

Lilley Kelly

ACT NZ

2101

Steve Richards

Green

2089

Jackie Farrelly

NZ First

1550

Sue Grey

NZ Outdoors

1217

Sebastian Marinkovich

NZ Loyal

1106

Richard Osmaston

Money Free

106

Maureen Pugh in Greymouth on election night. Photos: Submitted.

Analysing the party vote, it’s effectively a head-to-head between National and Labour followed by the established parties ACT, Green and NZ First. Despite the proliferation of new “alternative” parties there seems to be little appetite for them amongst voters.

Looking beyond the final vote-counting, Maureen says change is coming. “Because National’s legislative programme is already in place we will hit the ground running once the new Government is in place. Our communities voted for change and we will deliver that change to improve outcomes for everyone.”

One of the outcomes she is particularly keen to see is the easing of regulation for the primary sector. “We want farmers back in the field, not in their office.”

The other key area, she says is important to her, is support for mental health and other social agencies. “National trusts locals to know what works best for them and will move towards local solutions for local problems. I know there is great work going on in Golden Bay to support those who need it, and I want to make that easier and more accessible to provide.”

Depending on the final vote tally, Maureen may be about to make a little bit of history. Since 1996, apart from the 2008-2011 term when National’s Chris Auchinvole topped the poll, the West Coast-Tasman electorate seat has been held by Damien, and never by a woman.

As she looks forward to spending the next three years in Government, Maureen expresses her gratitude to the voters.

“Thank you to those who put their faith in me to represent them in Parliament. I will always remember who it is I work for.”

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Behind the scenes on Election Day JOYCE WYLLIE

Voting in a general election every three years is a privilege and responsibility. Working to enable voters to exercise that right is also a responsibility.

All around New Zealand, thousands of people are employed by the Electoral Commission “to deliver an election that the people of Aotearoa New Zealand can be proud of”. After being employed three years ago, I was again appointed to a role in a polling booth this year. Following an assessment and referee checks, training involves online modules and face-to-face sessions and practice. Learning the lingo and acronyms is a good start. Voting Place Manager is VPM, Voting Assistant is VA, Issuing Officer is IO, and importantly, the Personal Instruction Manual is PIM, which contains all the information one may need to know to carry out duties efficiently and effectively.

As VPM, it was my job to set up our polling place on Friday night. Tables, chairs, signage, and flat-packed booths erected ready to go. Because I am not adept with construction instructions, I enlisted assistance for creating useful temporary “furniture” from the delivered stack of sturdy cardboard.

On Saturday morning, our team of three met and ran through our jobs, ready for a long day ahead. We opened our doors at 9am, just like nearly 2,300 other polling booths around the country. The instructions were that “the voting place should be welcoming and supportive to all voters” and for each of the team to “keep focus on the voter in front of you even when the voting place is busy and you feel under pressure”.

Every VA, IO, and VPM in New Zealand follows the manual, so

the process is consistent wherever a vote is placed. The PIM is detailed down to what wording to use, and we repeated those sentences many times during the day. Voters with their names on the list of people enrolled in either of our local electorates (West Coast-Tasman and Te Tai Tonga) receive “ordinary votes”.

Voters whose names are not on that list because they are from another electorate, or just enrolled, or are on an unpublished roll, are issued a “special vote”. With 10 hours from opening doors to closing at 7pm, it is a busy and long day.

There is no celebration as the doors are locked though, as that is when the next important job begins. First is reconciliation of how many pads were used; ordinary and special votes cast; and enrolments that came in. Forms are filled in and information sent to headquarters. Then the ballot boxes are opened, and each polling booth carefully counts the ordinary voting papers, before phoning the results through to be added to the total for the electorate. Finally, everything is packed away, sealed, and delivered to the hub for the area.

Once all the material is collected from the 10 Golden Bay polling booths, everything is securely transported over the Hill in the middle of the night.

After putting everything away, reducing the “furniture” to nearly flat-packed again, sweeping the hall, and locking up, it was time to go home. That is when election day workers finally get to listen to the radio or see the TV and learn the outcome of the process that they each played a small part in.

In three years’ time, another team will be responsible for making it all happen once again.

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Determining whether a marine species is a viable aquaculture prospect is a long and complex process involving biology, oceanography, engineering and a lot of time and expertise.

But it’s what Dr Kevin Heasman and his research team at Nelson’s Cawthron Institute do as their day job.

And it’s fascinating stuff, as the large U3A audience assembled at the Senior Citizens’ Hall to listen to Kevin discovered last Friday morning.

The Cawthron scientist began by introducing Metanephrops challengeri, a species endemic to New Zealand and commonly known as scampi. It’s a small (up to 200g), pelagic species found at depths between 200-600m where there is virtually no light and the water temperature is 7-14 degrees Celsius.

The first challenge, Kevin explained, is to transport t h e a n i m a l s f ro m t h e i r normal deep water habitat to the sur face and into the laboratory. If it’s done properly, by collecting at night, controlling the temperature and keeping the creatures in the dark, then there is a “98 per cent” success rate. Keeping them alive and healthy in the lab requires pristine water free of bacteria and viruses, so a combination of micron-scale filters, ozone and UV sterilisation is used.

The key objective of the research is to study the development of the scampi from eggs, through several larval stages, to maturity. One of the first discoveries was that the larvae don’t feed in the early stages. “They are remarkable little beasties,”

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After three years’ work, the hatchery now has specimens representing all life stages and experiments have been carried out to determine the effect of water temperature on metabolism, development and egg production. By using oxygen uptake to measure resting and active metabolic rates, a temperature of 11.5 degrees Celsius was identified as the optimum at which to grow the species.

Other factors being investigated include nutrition and genetics – two areas where Kevin said there was “still work to do”.

Introducing the next topic as “something completely different” Kevin talked about the challenges of open ocean aquaculture. He described the offshore marine environment as “a nasty place” where high energy waves and strong currents can play havoc with aquaculture installations.

Through scaled water tank experiments, and aided by computer models which can simulate the physical oceanic environment and calculate stresses on aquaculture structures, equipment orientation and depth can be optimised. This raises the realistic prospect of growing a range of species – from oysters to seaweed – in the open ocean in the not-too-distant future.

Several interesting points were raised in the Q&A session that followed the presentation.

Amongst Kevin’s responses, the following facts emerged: The change in pressure from depth to surface is easily tolerated by scampi because they have no air cavities; there is uncertainty about the effects of ocean warming on scampi populations and distribution; and crayfish farming is problematic, not least because the eggs are “tiny” and there are 13 larval stages.

Kevin concluded by reiterating the need for further research. “There’s lots to do.”

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LE T TERS Silly season cynicism

I knew that Saturday 14 October was the culmination of the silly season when I saw an avowed Sovereign Citizen attend the local voting station, ostensibly to place their vote in the NZ Government election.

Gary Thorpe

Open your mind and be rewarded

Re Dorothea’s letter, (GBW 13/10), which highlights the result of neglect of Māori history in education until recently.

Māori were seemingly non-existent in my immediate upbringing. I never felt I could discuss this with my parents but it puzzled me, it didn’t accord to my teenage sense of justice.

I sought to rectify my lack of knowledge by reading Māori authors and history, attending New Zealand films and later in life, taking te reo lessons at the local marae where I found downto-earth, friendly people and a culture that was rich in relationship to the environment and the place of people as kaitiaki, carers of the natural world.

Because of my reading I already was aware that Māori were placed on the back foot by tribal lands taken by force either through war promoted by Pākehā for the purpose or by unlawful parliamentary approval eg, Taranaki. I can’t cover all injustices but some are roading not provided alongside Māori land making development and access to markets difficult, Pākehā blaming Māori for immigrant introduced epidemics such as smallpox, which resulted in huge death rates to Māori, widespread bigotry which went unchecked and led to te reo being outlawed in schools and teachers expecting less of Māori students. There’s much more for you to discover yourself and with an open mind you will be rewarded with a new perspective. Enjoy your reading. And try smiling and talking to your Māori neighbours here in Mohua if you don't already.

Karen Brookes

Respecting cultural opinions

Larry Petterson is quite correct, (GBW 6/10) no story is ever purely one sided. A perusal of any culture on earth reveals that the purpose of each one is to form a common bond amongst its people, provide strength in numbers, protect from adversity, create a hierarchy, express certain characteristics, and so on. Ancient cultures would design suitable myths and legends to explain natural phenomena when no scientific evidence was available; and to enhance oral history. It seems that all cultures (apart from perhaps, some primitive tribes still living remotely) have had an element of brutality including gruesome practices now regarded as inappropriate and unacceptable in modern society. Therefore, I believe that no particular culture is better, or worse, than any other. Many humans prefer to live within the culture they’re born into; others choose to become bicultural, and yet others forced to blend with unfamiliar cultures. May I suggest people ought not to be offended by each other’s cultural opinions; after all, there’s nothing new under the sun.

Marion Riley

A new Olympic sport

Good news. Along with some other minority pastimes such as flag football, Slagging (Off ) is set to become an Olympic sport. As an increasingly popular, but long established sport in New Zealand our Slagging team, tentatively named of course the All Slaggs, should have a good chance of being among the upper echelon of the competing teams. Unfortunately the examples of Slagging that have appeared in The GB Weekly letters column of late have been of a disappointingly low quality – not much imagination has been evident. To garner a gold medal will require far greater originality. No doubt over the coming months some GB Weekly correspondents will be honing their skills in an attempt to be nominated for the national team.

Good luck and "Go the All Slaggs!"

Oh and by the way, I take considerable umbrage at the racist, ageist, sexist comment passed by one correspondent in last week's letters column.

Richard English

Māori remain disadvantaged

The early history of the arrival of Polynesians to Aotearoa is usually seen as happening with two waves with the earliest people being the first voyaging canoes with people settling in the North Island and then some travelling as far as Rekohu – the Chatham Islands and settling there.

They were called Moriori, and others were called Maruiwi and others such as the Kahui Maunga.

Other waka were to arrive over time, sometimes travelling in pairs to join those already on the land. The people all had a similar origin – usually called Hawaiki, and eventually they became Māori, which simply meant common. When I did a DNA test it showed my origins as 10 per cent Hawaiian – I have no whakapapa from Hawaii, but it showed common Polynesian connection going back over the centuries.

The Dunedin longitudinal study showed: “people living in disadvantaged socioeconomic conditions are more likely to experience poor outcomes across many different life domains.” At colonisation Māori lost their main means of support – land. They became labourers for European landlords. From WWI Māori started to urbanise and that increased rapidly after WWII. Māori came to work in the "sunset" industries such as the freezing works, car assembly, woollen mills and the like. They became carpenters until trade training and apprenticeships were ceased.

Now many Māori professionals working for government departments will find themselves unemployed to pay for tax cuts largely for people who do not need them. The prospects don’t look good for some Māori in this country.

No reira, heoi ano.

Morris Te Whiti Love

Show love to your enemies

Dear Desiree, My skin is probably lighter in colour than yours, because it has less melanin in it, probably because I was born in Holland (something to do with the climate).

I have learnt different ways than yours, which we call “culture”, which represents only a tiny part of who we are, otherwise a Pākehā and a Māori could never marry, and even be happy together.

You and I have common ancestors, Adam and Eve, whose skin colour is probably like yours.

They made a wrong decision, and since then all of us were born with rottenness in our cores.

We have a problem, and we’ll never be able to solve it.

But; there is an answer. We will never find it, unless we face the truth about ourselves. I think that if you checked it out, you’d find out that school libraries have largely removed the dark side of Māori history, so that the next generation will have largely forgotten that Māori ate each other, for example.

The Dutch did very nasty things to people in different parts of the world.

I would so like to meet you. This Saturday market, I’ll be at “The Well” ; I’d like to show you a true story, of Heni Pore, a Māori woman who led the way in showing love to her enemies.

Because Heni found the answer.

Marijke Sieling, a fellow rotter; and unmistakably female

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Plants and prizes at fundraiser ANITA PETERS

Motupipi School is readying itself once again for their annual fundraising plant sale, to be held next weekend 28 October. Many donations of trees including natives and fruit trees, shrubs and grasses and a big selection of veggie seedlings, herbs and house plants have been donated.

The committee thanks the community for its huge generosity and support, not only with the plants but for the whole event. Raffle tickets will be available to go into the draw for a nights accommodation at Drift Off Grid Eco Glamping and a voucher for Molly B’s, plus garden items of a stone Piwakawaka carved by Rosie Polglase, a fabulous Pink Princess philodendron and two planter pots.

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Ratanui "high-end but relaxed"

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Ratanui Lodge is fully open and ready to welcome overnight guests, diners, and lunch parties to Pōhara.

Managers Zahid Ullah and Christine Miliana say the newly refurbished lodge may be small in scale, but it is big on quality.

Zahid says, “We provide individual service to every guest – it’s important to have a personal touch.”

The approach clearly works and is reflected in glowing customer feedback. “We have all five-star reviews – that’s the payback for hard work,” says Zahid.

The young couple are no strangers to arduous effort in the hospitality business. Before they arrived at the beachside Ratanui Lodge, they worked for over a decade at the iconic 272-room Hermitage Hotel in Mount Cook Village.

“It was a change moving from ice and snow to the ocean,” says Christine, who is delighted with the welcome they received from their new community. “People are so nice in the Bay, they are very supportive.”

Zahid explains that such qualities are highly valuable when it comes to building a top team. “We focus on locals with a really good attitude.”

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Because both Zahid and Christine have previously worked as chefs, they have been able to train their staff to a very high standard. “We have a new chef and a very good team in the kitchen,” says Zahid. The result is a tempting breakfast menu and “high-end but relaxed” à la carte dining in the evening – all of which is open to locals. “Everyone is very welcome – it’s not just for our overnight guests.”

In addition, the lodge serves up a wide variety of drinks and cocktails and will cater for group lunch bookings. Zahid shows off a spacious, airy, and private room that can accommodate up to 25 people and opens onto a secluded garden and terrace.

“It’s ideal for small gatherings, such as birthdays, weddings, and group functions.”

Zahid says it is all part of the Ratanui’s winning recipe; “Great food, nice ambience, and excellent service – people are very happy.”

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Footballers from Golden Bay picked up a bronze medal at the 2023 South Island Masters Games in Blenheim last weekend.

The team competed in the Men's 45+ Social category, one of six football competitions organised for men’s and women’s teams of various age groups.

In Friday's opening fixture, GB striker Sam Hopley scored a hat-trick on the way to a 4-1 win over Ferrymead Bays. Things got a bit tougher on the second day with closely fought matches against Waimak United and FC Nelson, but GB came away with a loss and a win respectively which saw them progress to a semifinal against high-flying Nomads United. While the Nomads proceeded to the final, GB were due to compete in the third-place play-off but their opponents Waimak United were unable to field a team due to a lengthy injury list leaving GB to pick up bronze.

“To get third place is a nice result when we went into this for enjoyment and just mates hanging out,” said GBAFC president and masters squad member Phil Smith. “It was total enjoyment with only a few niggling injuries this team really kept fighting.”

Richard "Dicky" Hayward was named GB’s overall Man of the Tournament. “He was a heart and soul of the team,” said Phil. “Also special mention to the leadership of Richard Price for coaching this wonderful team. And to Pew Singh and Peter van der Meer for organising the team.

“Golden Bay really made a name for themselves at this tournament as being a great team with a great culture and that showed on and off the field.”

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Overall her team came out on top against all the Australian state teams and she proved her worth registering the 3rd fastest time on leg 3 of the Senior Girls relay (U19 age).

For the AOC Lani was back in her comfort zone of W16 (U17 grade) where she had a very successful time along with her older siblings Jamal and Anya who weren't about to be

upstaged by their little sister. Lani picked up two silver medals in the AOC middle and long distance events in super technical granite terrain with open woodlands, all in sweltering heat, plus her team were 3rd in the W16 relay. Jamal took out M21A (Open grade rather than Elite) middle distance and was third in the long distance (over 10km in 35-degree heat) plus his 21AS (Open short distance) relay team came 2nd. Anya also picked up silver in the long distance W18 grade and went one better with gold in the Sprint on the final day. Thanks to FreshChoice for once again giving the girls more leave.

Squash Champs New season dawns for twilight netball

Tākaka Squash Club’s annual club championship reached its climax on Finals Day at the Rec Centre last Saturday. This year’s champions were presented with their trophies at the prizegiving on Saturday evening, followed by a shared meal. Aside from the tournament prizes, Gary Balck aka “Balcky” (above) was presented with a Tākaka Squash Club Life Member Award, in recognition of his many years of service to the club. Photo: Submitted.

Tākaka Squash Club Championship 2023 – Winners: Junior Man – Thomas Tait; Junior Woman – Hester Davies; Senior Man – Rex Bowden; Most Improved – Brendan Richards; Senior Woman – Sue Netto; Squash Squirt – Chase Baker.

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A blustery spring evening heralded the start of the Twilight Netball series at the Rec Park Centre. The series runs every Tuesday night for 10 weeks, with 10 teams playing four eight-minute quarters. Teams are mixed age and gender, with a lower age limit of 15 years.

The games are fast-paced and “lots of fun”, says regular player and former committee member Casey Port. “Everyone is welcome; it’s good fitness and a laugh. It’s not too late to get involved, as teams are always looking for casual players.” To find out more, visit the Golden Bay Netball Club Facebook page. Photo: Rosa Volz.

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It is a four-hour basic/refresher First Aid Course – recognise and provide basic life support (covers NZQA 6402) including: • scene and hazard management • patient positioning and assessment • CPR (adult, child, infant) • defibrillator (AED) use • choking (adult, child, infant) • general care Participants can choose one of the following sessions: 8.30am to 12.30pm or 1.00pm to 5.00pm. Duration: four hours per session.

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After a deep dive into water on day one, day two of the Sustainable Golden Bay Hui at the Sustainable Living Centre in Tākaka saw participants resurface to discuss land occupation issues and how to minimise waste in Golden Bay. The day began with Barbara Lewando, Tasman District Council’s (TDC) senior climate change policy advisor, whose main message was “one of collaboration, to initiate conversations and empower the Golden Bay community to make their own collective decisions on priority actions to better adapt to climate change”. Barbara first talked about the land security legislation, a set of laws and regulations designed to ensure the sustainable management, use, and protection of land resources. Then she spoke about the Government's new Climate Change Adaptation Plan (2022), which identifies 43 priority risks Aotearoa faces from climate change. These risks are spread over five spheres: human, natural environment, economy, built environment, and governance.

“Both land security and climate change adaptation legislation play crucial roles in addressing environmental challenges,” said Barbara. “Land security legislation helps protect valuable land resources and prevent land-related conflicts, which can be exacerbated by climate change impacts such as land degradation and sea level rise. Climate change adaptation legislation, on the other hand, focuses on reducing the vulnerability of communities and ecosystems to climate change effects, including those related to land use and land management.”

These two types of legislation often intersect in efforts to promote sustainable development and resilience in the face of a changing climate. “The complexity of climate change implications means we [TDC] need to resource individuals and communities on the journey ahead to protect ourselves, our environment, build resilience, and find new ways of working together,” explained Barbara. In terms of Golden Bay, Barbara is very keen to come back and run workshops with our community, so watch this space.

Julie Jacobson, who leases the Tapawera campground, gave some very interesting insights into different versions of land occupancy, saying “I want to help people who cannot afford a normal house and section to have their tiny homes on land in a leasehold way.” The confusion comes, she explained, when discussing having a tiny home on someone's land (which depends on zoning), if there isn’t a clear period of tenure. “What I've discovered is it is much easier to get resource consent if it's for a ‘limited period’. This is what I’m working on in Motueka for forty sites, with sewage, power, roading, and stormwater, and an on-site manager, all in the consent,” said Julie. This enables security of tenure and affordable housing.

Stephan Meijer shared his experience of how his family established Te Manawa Ecovillage in Motueka Valley. After emigrating from Holland in 2005, they found land to buy, provided they could get resource consent and sell at least some of the possible five available unit titles. “We were very naive

but our passion to live close to nature with others somehow prevailed,” said Stephan. The six owners share a common vision of regenerating the land and together take care of the common assets like the road, water supply, and solar power system. “It was all possible with some luck and the fact we went for marginal logged land no-one else wanted,” concluded Stephan.

Locals James and Cat Alker bought land in Onekaka and are involved in developing the dairy farm next to the Mussel Inn into the National Ren Xue Retreat Centre. James also has another project called AHA Homes because he is passionate about creating affordable home options for locals.

During the following panel, James explained, “There is no clear pathway with council. Having a planner on board from the beginning who knows how to navigate all the legalities has been important.”

Other tips and benefits of landsharing expressed by the panel included: “Consensus decision-making and company structure with regular meetings and roster for maintenance,” recommended Stephan. “Builds connection, togetherness and care,” said Antoine Tane (Tākaka Cohousing). “Social benefits, affordability, purpose owned company,” said James. “Community culture, sharing resources, and food security,” said Robina McCurdy (Tui Community). “Write own lease,” suggested Julie.

The afternoon wasn’t a waste but instead focused on ways to reduce it. A group process outlined what the Bay is already doing and highlighted the gaps. Sol Morgan shared the new TDC-funded compost initiative that the Sustainable Living Centre (SLC) is working on. The initial trial will involve a bucket collection service of food scraps from 20 households using an E-bike and trailer. This is modelled off Kaicycle in Wellington, where scraps will be turned into vermicaste with a continuous worm farm system, and compost made by also adding wood chip waste and other on-site greens.

Martine Baanvinger (SLC community engagement coordinator) led a session on “Repair café and maintenance skill-share possibilities for Golden Bay”, which created some lively interest from participants and a list of possibilities that SLC will seek to make happen in collaboration with other skilled locals.

“Living without creating waste” was poignantly shared by Annika Korsten outside on the grass. Her story of keeping life simple and focusing on what “fed” her and connecting and trading with others has made this experiment possible.

The day ended with a session on “How can Golden Bay minimise waste”, led by Zahra Lightway. This brought forward more thought into several key areas of interest: making local oat milk to reduce cartons, drying herbs for teas, depot to recycle building materials, and municipal composting of green waste here instead of over the Hill.

Main organiser Martine felt “the Hui was an inspiring event that highlighted the need for the community to work together (with council), to build stronger relationships and clarity on how to move forward to greater sustainability. A big thank you to all the presenters and volunteers who made it so successful.”

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Children’s author, Linda Jane Keegan, launched her third picture book at Tākaka library last Friday. Stranded was inspired by her experience volunteering as a marine mammal medic for Project Jonah, at a whale stranding on Farewell Spit in February 2021.

When writing Stranded, Linda Jane was proactive in contacting the artist she thought would complement her work perfectly. To her delight, the publishers, Bateman Books, agreed. Isobel Joy Te Aho-White’s illustrations complement the book perfectly and Linda Jane is thrilled with the result.

This gentle, informative, and beautifully illustrated story is told from the perspective of one of the 49 stranded longfinned pilot whales. While the tale itself is emotive, text boxes throughout provide factual information about the mammals.

During the launch, Linda Jane was assisted by her sevenyear-old son, Quentin. He enthusiastically collected names from children in the audience for spot prizes.

Expressing her excitement at the release of her third book, Linda Jane launched into reading Stranded. Quentin was tasked with using a remote control to bring up projected illustrations of each page in sync with his mother’s reading.

Linda Jane then showed images of Farewell Spit whale strandings from 1998 to 2021, and Project Jonah video clips of whales reuniting in the sea. A soundbite enabled everyone to hear their joyful squeals and clicks.

Included in the back pages of Stranded, are contact numbers for Department of Conservation (DOC) and Project Jonah, should anyone happen upon a whale stranding.

Lucky winners of spot prizes received whale identification cards and stickers. There was one special prize of a t-shirt.

Linda Jane explained, “When you buy a Tumbleweed t-shirt online, they actually give a donation to Project Jonah as well...”

Wrapping up the session, Linda Jane invited the children to create a whale picture, “either 3D or flat”. A trestle table was set up ready with templates and all the art supplies needed.

With the children happily occupied, adults were free to purchase a signed copy of Stranded and chat with the author.

As Phil Smith commented on Facebook, “You’re so gifted. A child's book for the whole family.”

Copies are available from “any good bookstore” for $22.

Linda Jane Keegan presents her latest picture book at Tākaka library, assisted by her son Quentin (seated). Photo: Ronnie Short. www.lindajane.com

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A “sweet view” is the result customers can expect after Sweetview Window Cleaning operator Mike Kennedy has been on the tools. He uses a “traditional” squeegee and pole system, working off a ladder where required. Says Mike, “The scope of the business is providing a professional window cleaning service with a focus on house, holiday homes, and shopfronts.

It’s a very straightforward service and I take a lot of time and care to provide a good result.”

He is available across the Bay to supply customers with an upfront appraisal and quote, “as jobs do vary – it’s great to meet the client first to discuss the details of the job and also view the access requirements to clean the windows safely and there are windows and then there are windows”. Mike will arrive on site with all gear required, clean inside and outside, and if required he is “happy to give the frames a good tickle up too”.

No mess or fuss for you; he will leave your windows clean and streak-free. “I turn up, job done,” he says.

Sweetview has been operating in Nelson for the past year, but Mike has decided to put down roots and build his business in the Bay. “The drawcard is to be closer to my Brazilian partner Andyara (Andy),” who runs a hot stone massage business called Lunas Healing. “I am looking to build a regular clientele and relationships.”

Mike emphasises the importance and benefits of keeping windows clean in a coastal environment. “Windows can build up salt spray on their exteriors, which over time deteriorates the panes and the frames.” In addition to salt service, users can expect to enjoy the removal of dirt due to rain, pollen, and

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Funds having been flowing in to The Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter Appeal which is running throughout October.

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The fundraising continues this weekend; for those looking for something a bit more sophisticated than a barbecued sausage, a fine-dining charity evening is being held tonight at Zatori near Collingwood.

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Fairholme, the old Baigent homestead in East Tākaka built in 1873, has reached its 150th year.

With only three owners in total over 150 years, this special birthday is being commemorated by a three-month long exhibition featuring the work of two remarkable women who lived there during two separate periods of time: Ella Baigent from 1878 to 1969, and Merrin Westerink from 1988 until 2006.

Constructed of native woods, Fairholme was built like a ship with mortise and tenon jointing, and has survived many thousands of storms, floods, earthquakes, and even a ferocious fire in 1898.

East Tākaka Road was then the main coach road into Golden Bay. The valley was a busy hub with a church, school, creamery, library, flourmill, post office, and train terminus from where timber disembarked for Waitapu. The East Tākaka Post Office was stationed at Fairholme from 1903 to 1919, operated by the “Miss Baigent” sisters, Ella and Eva. Both sisters were born at Fairholme, never married, and lived their entire lives there.

Eva’s passing at 105 years of age marked the end of an era.

Three years ago, a box of historic glass plate negatives was delivered to Fairholme that revealed early images of the family of pioneer timber miller Thomas Baigent. They were the work of second daughter Ella, taken around 1900 when she was in her early twenties and had a darkroom in the scullery.

Photographer Frederick Tyree would likely have influenced Ella, having photographed the family often since setting up his studio in Tākaka in 1889. It was unusual for a woman to be photographing in those times, but Ella was known for her adventurous spirit, famous for having been the first woman to drive a motorcar across the Tākaka Hill. Her family photos and homestead, farm, and beach scenes, give a rare glimpse of Victorian family life.

In 1986, Fairholme was purchased at an onsite public auction by the Westerink family. Over 20 years, artist Merrin Westerink, a strong advocate of many community initiatives, rejuvenated the homestead and grounds, ran workshops and sculpture symposiums, and in 1990 opened Fairholme Gallery. Like Ella Baigent, Merrin was a passionate gardener, pouring her love and creativity into it for 20 years.

The exhibition of Ella Baigent photographs and weavings, carvings and paintings of Merrin Westerink, opens to the public on Sunday 22 October and will run until January 2024 when it

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is passed onto the Golden Bay Museum. It is accompanied by a book titled, Hearth and Home – The Story of Fairholme, 150 years.

150th Exhibition, Fairholme Gallery: 637 East Tākaka Road, Sunday 22 and Monday 23 October, 10am-4pm. Thereafter, every weekend until end of January, Friday to Monday 10am-4pm.

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Quilt Exhibition Golden Bay Patchwork & Quilters Guild are mounting their Annual Quilt Exhibition in Collingwood Memorial Hall this weekend. As well as viewing the collection of spectacular patchwork creations, visitors will be able to get their sewing machine repaired, enter competitions, buy raffle tickets and browse merchants stalls.

Annual Quilt Exhibition: Collingwood Memorial Hall, 10am-4pm, 21, 22 and 23 October. Entry $2.

Pakawau Monster Garage Sale The Annual Monster Garage Sale Flea Market runs over Saturday and Sunday at Pakawau Hall. The fundraiser features tables and car boots and welcomes “buyers, wekas and sellers”.

Annual Market Weekend fundraiser: Pakawau Hall, 10am1pm, 21 and 22 October. For stall bookings and information phone Jules on 027 524 8202.

Rockville Museum Open Day Sunday is an open day at Rockville Museum which opens its doors in celebration of Labour Weekend.

The dedicated team of volunteers have been busy on the inside, especially in the inner room, and under the stairs.

We would love you to come along to see the treasures that they have unearthed and have on display now.

There will be a blacksmith in action and the Plough Room Café is open all day for scones, sausages, and drinks.

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BRIDGE 11 October. Upper Tākaka Hi-Lo Session 3. N/S: E Bradshaw/P Nelson 56%; A Bradnock/P Smith 56%; J Harper/J Edmondson 49%. E/W: D Sarll/J Wedderburn 59.50%; H Neill/K Neill 55%; L Roberts/R Berry 51.50%. H/cap: N/S: A Bradnock/P Smith 61%; E Bradshaw/P Nelson 54%; Chris / B Burdett 48.25%. E/W: D Sarll/J Wedderburn 58.50%; L Roberts/R Berry 56.50%; H Neill/K Neill 52%.

13 October. Friday Afternoon. D Perreau 67.30%; R Berry 62.88%; A Foreman 58.94%. H/cap: R Berry 72.88%; D Perreau 72.30%; L Field 62%.

Thursdays 7pm, 94 Commercial Street. Hall behind the Catholic Church. Ph 0800 229 6757.

RECENT AGM / Hui ā tau - Nō nā tata nei

THE HOSPITAL KITCHEN GARDENS grow vegetables for the hospital, rest-home and meals-onwheels service here in Golden Bay. Are there any horse folk out there who might donate a few bags of horse manure?

The volunteers who carry out the work would be very grateful! Ph/txt Sue 027 629 3033. Thanks.

ORGANISATIONS may have their committee members’ FRESH FM needs your help. Are you willing to host a fundraising names printed in this column for free if emailed to admin@ event to support local radio? Or help run one? Check out our website freshfm.net. We’re a Charitable Trust – a $30 donation gbweekly.co.nz (that can be made on our website) is tax deductible.

GOLDEN Bay Shared Recreation Facility Inc. Board members: Tyler Langford, chairman; Roger Nokes, deputy chairman; FREE First Aid refresher course. St John "Three Steps For Life" Wayne Packard, centre council; Cherie Byrne, Manawhenua ki with Sue Netto. East Tākaka Hall. Just one hour! Tuesday 24 October, 5.30-6.30pm. All welcome.

Mohua; Clarissa Bruning, Sara Chapman, Richard Tait.

PAKAWAU Hall Annual Market Weekend fundraiser, Labour PERSONAL NOTICES / Pānui ake Weekend 21 and 22 October, 10am-1pm. Tables available and car boots spaces, $10. Bookings, ideas and expressions of interest please ph/txt Jules 027 524 8202.

DAI

David Philip Thomas, 24.3.1942 – 13.10.2023

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.

Our dear Dai has left this life as he lived it - gently, tenderly and surrounded by love.

Dai will be greatly missed by his daughters Karli and Sarah, their mother Liz, grand-daughters Ruby and Olive, their dad Dominic - and so many others whose lives he touched.

We invite the community to celebrate Dai’s life with us at Onekaka Hall at 11am on Monday October 23rd You are welcome to bring a plate of food to share.

ANNUAL SALE!

Discounted clothing, bags, Moroccan lamps, jewellery + sale rack and big $20 rack outside!

With thanks for the care that Dai received, we’ll be making a donation for the vege gardens at Golden Bay Community Health. Contributions are welcome.

PUBLIC NOTICES / Pānui a whānui

Restoration of the Tākaka Village Green mural

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

PATTISONS SWIMMING LESSONS, 2 and 3 December.

Excellent swimming tuition for five- to 12-year-olds at the heated Rockville Pool. Four lessons for $47.

Contact jordyhutty@yahoo.co.nz ALCOHOLICS Anonymous, open meeting, all welcome.

Donations very much appreciated

An easy one-page grant application can be completed online: www.goldenbaycommunitytrust.org.nz

Please feel free to donate as much or as little as you wish to: NBS Tākaka 03-1354-0320591-00

Apply by October 31st. Applications will be considered after the close of the funding round.

$8,000 Community Grant Round 21 Results

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Pohara Boat Club Aorere Childcare & Education Trust Mohua Menzshed Parapara Valley Environmental Group Golden Bay Youth Habitat Trust Golden Bay Riding for the Disabled Collingwood Squash Club Golden Bay A & P Show The Kea Conservation Trust Takaka Athletics Club 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.

Thank you to all applicants Next round March 2024

Ph: 525 9113 64 Meihana Street, Takaka

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FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN

Our second Grant Funding Round for 2023 is open!

Account Name: Takaka Village Green Acquisition Society Inc. Ngà mihi

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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. Mondays at 9.30, replayed Thursdays at 3pm.

Sound Selector

Join Peter Bywater as he links music genres, from Ska to Punk, Dub Step to Reggae, from 70’s to today.

Sound Selector airs Thursday nights at 8:00 with a new episode every 2 weeks.

Make a Programme

Fresh FM is your community resource and platform for you to have a voice. If you would like to make your own radio show please get in touch and our friendly staff will guide you through this fun and rewarding process.

We provide full training and support. Please contact motueka@freshfm.net for information.

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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.

ARCHITECT services. Building and resource consents.

Residential, commercial and industrial. Chris Pyemont Architects, ph 021 0278 4729.

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

ARCHITECTURE design. Certified Passive House designer.

Residential new/alterations. For a local, friendly, and reliable service ph Juan 021 211 1339 or email: design@ortizstudio. co.nz BUILDER: GL Building Tākaka. Renovations, alterations, extensions, new builds, decks and all your repair and maintenance needs. Ph Grant 027 485 5987.

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.

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

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

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 EXPERIENCED interior/exterior plasterer and painter has a gap in the next month for work in the Tākaka/Golden Bay area. Please give Chris a ring on 027 425 3109 for a free no obligation quote.

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 and firebox cleaning. Ph 027 458 7679.

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

GOLDEN Bay Hedge Trimming. Ph 027 458 6897.

GOLDEN BAY ROOFING Maintenance, leaks, repairs and roofing supplies.

Licensed Roofer. Ph 027 395 0037.

GOLDEN Bay Storage, Tākaka. Dry, safe, secure, alarmed, insurance approved. Furniture trailer available. Ph Marg 027 222 5499, goldenbaystorage@gmail.com HANDYMAN/ maintenance jobs. Aeronautical engineer, 30 years by trade. Chainsaw jobs. Ph 027 880 3535.

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.

LUXAFLEX blinds, phone for free measure and quote. Luxaflex since 1952 "beauty is in the detail". Ph 027 440 0071, Imagine designs next to Laser Electrical, Tākaka.

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.

Bay Spraying 021 0836 4501 Owner Operator

Richard Hayward (Dicky) Tiff Price 417 Glenview Road, Takaka 7183

flyingkiwi1975@gmail.com

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.

SWEETVIEW Window Cleaning. Ph Mike 022 650 1758.

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.

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

WINDOW cleaning. Ph Willem 022 134 1726.

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

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 Retro fitting  Balustrades  Window Reputty  Mirrors  Fly Screens  Shower Screens

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WHITWELLS MENSWEAR THE LARGEST RANGE OF FOOTWEAR AND MENSWEAR www.whitwellsmotueka.co.nz Ι 03 528 8310 THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 20 OCTOBER 2023

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HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora

FOR SALE / Hei hokohoko

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.

GARAGE sale. Saturday 21 October, Rocklands Road, from 10am. Cancelled if wet.

HOT stone massage and energy healing, bookings available.

Ph Andyara 027 609 3138.

eMOWER Stihl RMA443C $300 ono. Ph 027 525 9922.

RIDE-ON mower Grillo Climber. Ideal slopes, long growth. $4000 ono. Ph 027 525 9922.

CURTAINS, how about a double track with a floaty sheer on the front and a liner of your choosing on the back track?

A floor-to-ceiling design will transform your space into a sophisticated place to relax this summer. Ph Tracey at Imagine designs 027 440 0071.

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.

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

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

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

NATIVE trees and grasses at TLC Nursery. Big grade trees available and welcoming orders for 2024. Ph 525 6183.

BARLEY, crushed, 20kg bag, $20. Small straw bales, $10. Txt 027 410 3306.

Golden Bay Mobile Pedicare

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FIREWOOD. Get stocked up for next season. Pine, three cubic metres, $280 (excl GST). No charge for delivery within 25km of Tākaka town. Ph 027 489 5886.

by Anke Landline: 03 525 9228 Cell phone: 027 606 7200 Email: athomas@gmx.net Do you have discomfort and/or Do you have discomfort and/or aa blocked feeling in your ears, blocked feeling in your ears, or ears? or itchy itchy ears?

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

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Audiometrist / Ear Technician Audiometrist Ear Technician Certified in Aural/ Care - Micro Suction

Time for some

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CHILLI PEPPERS 8 varieties!

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

Certified AuralCentre Care - Micro Suction Golden Bayin Health 12 Motupipi Takaka Golden BayStreet, Health Centre 12 Motupipi Street, Takaka

Ph 525 9702 for appointments

SITUATIONS VACANT / Tūranga wātea PART -time driver/guide wanted. Please contact Paddy at Farewell Spit Tours 0800 808 257.

n EYECARE n SPECTACLES n CONTACT LENSES

Technology Teacher Collingwood Area School:

WE ARE COMMITTED TO PROVIDING FRIENDLY PROFESSIONAL EYECARE AT REALISTIC PRICES

Lolly Dadley-Moore RCST, PACT Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy OPTIMISING HEALTH

Neil Esposito BSc Dip Opt

Your eyes are special - Let us look after them -

Can address pain, injury, trauma, life transitions.

Pivotal for immunity health and post viral syndrome.

Working with individuals, children and babies.

www.inbodyhealth.co.nz ꟾ info@inbodyhealth.co.nz Ph 027 338 9504

Chiropractor Inga Schmidt

MSc (Chiro), DC, MNZCA

021 180 7789

We are seeking a long term reliever for 2024 to come and work in a recently refurbished technology room. Must be able to deliver Level 1, 2, 3 NCEA hard materials and/or BCITO. Hours by negotiation with a minimum of 8 and maximum of 13 per week.

There is no application package.

For expressions of interest contact: Hugh Gully, Principal; hugh.gully@collingwood.school.nz Connecting to Others, our Environment and the Future Te whanaungatanga ki te tangata, te taio, te anamata hoki

Support Worker/Coach

Start as casual 16 hours (+ sleepovers & weekends)

Golden Bay Health Centre, 12 Motupipi St

www.healthfocus.co.nz ACC registered

The National DBT Service in Takaka is NZ’s ONLY residential Mental-Health programme (six beds) providing intensive Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).

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

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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

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We are seeking flexible & 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 www.twm.org.nz/careers for the full job description. We would like to hear from you if you are looking for a meaningful & exciting job with an above-average hourly pay rate (applicants with mental-health work experience preferred).

If you are considering applying but unsure of some details, please contact us directly at 03 525 9624. TWM will invest in training for the right candidate! Please forward your complete application (Cover letter, CV and our TWM Application Form) to: HR@twm.org.nz

Application close: OPEN until filled!

Consent for Police Vetting is required.

TWM National DBT Service – 163 Commercial Street TWM Community Mental Health Service – 34 Motupipi Street TWM Employment Service – 84 Commercial Street

THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 20 OCTOBER 2023

Ray White Golden Bay

Billy Kerrisk 027 608 5606

1062 Collingwood-Puponga Main Road

$1,150,000

Just Listed

71 Washbourn Road, Onekaka

Tender - closing 14 Nov, 2pm

HERMITAGE ZENSO

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Ordnance House with a separate, generous guest suite offering modern comforts with old world charm and 130sqm kwila decking.

Classic, elevated cottage with sea views. 2 bedrooms, study and a tranquil meditation room surrounded by private gardens.

Open Home: Sunday 12:00 - 12:30pm

Open Home: Sunday 3:00 - 3:30pm

38 Lookout Road, Parapara Just Listed

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Billy Kerrisk Ltd Licensed Agent REAA 2008 rwgoldenbay.co.nz

Just Listed

ABSOLUTE BEACHFRONT 4

Raz Zulfiqar 021 0247 1595

54 Parapara Beach Road

Tender - closing 16 Nov, 2pm

MADE TO TREASURE 2

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$1,120,000

PARAPARA PANORAMA 3

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Private elevated home offering captivating sea views, huge entertainers kitchen, and serene landscaped gardens.

Architecturally designed with panoramic views. 2 selfcontained levels, opportunity for living & holiday letting

Open Home: Sunday 1:30 - 2:00pm

Open Home: Sunday 2:00 - 2:30pm

873 Collingwood-Bainham Road

THE BEST PART - delivering results to our clients

$569,000

FAMILY FRIENDLY 4 1 1690m2 Rural setting, valley views, 4 bedrooms and a new kitchen with native timber floors in the lovely settlement of Rockville.

Open Home: Sunday 10:30 - 11:00am

"Billy is highly professional, transparent and relational, and provided us with an all-encompassing service that surpassed our expectations. Her local knowledge and extensive experience, combined with integrity and deep care for people and the community was evident throughout the entire process. We can't recommend her enough."

Jenny, September 2023

EATING OUT / Kai wahi kē

PROPERTY WANTED / Rawa hiahia

ANATOKI SALMON fishing and café. Catch your own lunch or DE-LISH DELICATESSEN. Sumptuous, delicious food. order from the menu. Open every day from 9am-5pm. www. Lunches, catering, coffee, chocolate, cheeses and epicure items. Weekdays from 6.30am. Ph 525 7111. anatokisalmon.co.nz

SEEKING small piece of land to rent for off-grid tiny home set-up. With water source preferred. Ph 021 165 5175.

COLLINGWOOD TAVERN. Open 7 days, 11am till late. GOOD AS GOLD CAFÉ, Tākaka. Open Monday-Friday, 7am4.30pm. Ph 525 8193.

Catering and large group bookings available. Ph 524 8160.

COURTHOUSE CAFÉ, Collingwood. Open 7 days, 8am-3pm.

Saturday pizza night: Delicious Neapolitan-style pizza cooked to order 5.30-7.30pm. Ph 524 8194.

DANGEROUS KITCHEN. Open Wednesday-Saturday, 9am8pm. For bookings and takeaways ph 525 8686.

LANGFORD STORE, Bainham. Thursday-Sunday, 9am-4pm.

Ph 524 8228.

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

NIKAU BAR AND CAFÉ, Pōhara. For breakfast, lunch and dinner. Wednesday-Monday, 8.30am-10pm. Closed Tuesdays.

Ph 03 970 3992 for bookings.

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. Labour Weekend hours: open Sunday and Monday, 11am- 4pm, weather permitting. totoscafegallery@gmail.com, ph 03 970 7934. Totaranui hill.

NON -smoking, tidy, quiet male seeks one- to two-bedroom accommodation long term. Please ph 027 919 1326.

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 – 8 and 22 October; traditional services (with a speaker) held on alternate fortnights – 15 and 29 October.

SACRED Heart Catholic faith community celebrate Mass at 5pm, 1st and 3rd Sundays of month. Service of the Word, 9.30am, 2nd Sunday of month. All warmly welcome.

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

Kahurangi Christian Church

WHOLEMEAL CAFÉ. Open 7 days for dine-in meals and takeaways, 7.30am-3pm.

PROPERTY AVAILABLE / Rawa watea

Sharyn Miller LIFESTYLE & RURAL SALES CONSULTANT

Sharyn is a rural girl from Southland, being brought up surrounded by agriculture. She knew that she would never have a 9-5 job, sitting behind a desk for the rest of her life.

After studying at Lincoln University, Sharyn went on to work in the agriculture industry for over 30 years, and in particular The NZ Merino Company.

Sharyn specialises in Lifestyle and Rural properties in the top of the South region, a career move she wonders why she didn’t make earlier.

If you're considering selling your Lifestyle or Rural property, call her today.

SHARYN MILLER M 021 377 930 P 03 548 3034 sharyn.miller@harcourts.co.nz

Sunday 22 October, 10:30am Onekaka Hall All welcome

Contact Beate Franke, 021 177 4859

“May the God of hope fill you with joy and peace as you trust in Him,” Romans 15:13

All Welcome

Weekly Sunday Services at 10am Evening service: fourth Sunday of the month @ 7pm 93 Commercial St, Takaka.

Pastor: Rodney Watson 0275 114 266

Platinum Blue Limited Licensed Agent REAA 2008

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UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere

GALLERIES / Whakakitenga FAIRHOLME Gallery, 637 East Tākaka Road, historic exhibition of work by Ella Baigent and Merrin Westerink commemorating 150 years. Sunday and Monday this weekend, 10am-4pm. Ph 525 9373.

LIVING ARTS GALLERY and Living Light Candles Tukurua

OPEN EVERY DAY 10am-4.30pm Opening 85 Night Tukurua Road Wayward Rabbit Studio ART~VIETNAMESE COFFEE~DELUXE HOT CHOCOLATE Friday 21st October 5 – 8 pm TEAS~ARTISAN CHOCOLATES…MORE ART… 56 Commercial St Takaka walk through Earth Gems Nursery

New Studio Open long weekend 10 - 3 Next to The Village Theatre ~ Unique ~ ~ Hand Made ~ ~ Sustainable ~

UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere

Look at my Hat Making workshop and join in the unbundling process where the leaves are removed from the fabric reveal the leaves prints @ 7pm / Mea pakiritohaere

UPCOMING EVENTS

SATURDAY 21 OCTOBER MOTUPIPI HALL LABOUR WEEKEND BOOK FAIR, 9.30am-2pm. Books, produce, baking.

PAKAWAU HALL ANNUAL MARKET WEEKEND FUNDRAISER, 21 and 22 October, 10am-1pm. Tables available and car boots spaces, $10. Bookings, please ph/txt Jules 027 524 8202.

The Mussel Inn Coming Up...

Fri 20th

BAY ART AFTER PARTY, 7.30pm.

All welcome.

Mon 23rd SINGALONG ‘ROUND THE PIANO with CRAIG DENHAM, 7.30pm. All welcome.

Tues 24th HOLLIE SMITH - The ‘BONES’ tour - solo and intimate. Tickets @ undertheradar Wed 25th HIMMERLAND – great world folk from Denmark and beyond. $15 door.

SUNDAY 22 OCTOBER

OPEN DAY AT "ROCKVILLE" MUSEUM, 10am-3pm. Also, car boot sale, $10/site. Ph Pam 021 0297 7367.

TUESDAY 24 OCTOBER FREE FIRST AID REFRESHER COURSE. St John "Three Steps For Life" with Sue Netto. East Tākaka Hall. Just one hour!

Tuesday 24 October, 5.30-6.30pm. All welcome.

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

GB WEEKLY DEADLINE: noon on Tuesdays.

WEDNESDAY 25 OCTOBER

PAKAWAU HALL

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

ANNUAL MARKET WEEKEND FUNDRAISER

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

Labour Weekend 21 & 22 October 10am-1pm | Tables and car boots $10

THURSDAY 26 OCTOBER

Buyers, wekas and sellers welcome

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

For stall bookings and info call Jules 027 524 8202

Thu 26th QUIZ, 7.30pm. All welcome.

Sat 28th ANDY KERR & AL NORMAN (Parcel of Rogues meets the Waratahs). $15 door.

For more details see www.musselinn.co.nz

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Come and see all of the exciting changes - the team have been really busy

Blacksmith in action using the forge from JC Hickmott & Sons Property - kindly manned by Pat & Tatiana from Hell's Fire Forges

Pioneer Kitchen - Scones, Sausages & Drinks available all day in our plough room cafe Donations on entry appreciated Enquiries Ph 021 029 77367 18

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THE GB WEEKLY, FRIDAY 20 OCTOBER 2023

Show Day Tuesday 24th October 2023 Lewis Street, Collingwood

Friday 20th October 4:00 Harry Potter & the Deathly Hallows Part 1 (M) 7:30 River of Freedom (E) (note earlier start time) Saturday 21st 5:00 Chevalier (M)

Bring along your family and friends for a day out at our annual agricultural show day.

Official welcome starts at 9.45am and judging from 10am sharp!

Stalls: will be open from 10.30am. No eftpos /cash only.

• Sausage Sizzle • Coffee Cart • Library – Second-hand book sale, Tea and Biscuits • Face Painting • Demonstration’s • And more….

The school will be open from 8.30am for Exhibits and Animal entries and they must be fully assembled by closing time of 9.40am.

Outside entries are very welcome.

Hall will be open Monday 23rrd October from 6pm-7.30pm for early entries. Outside entries are very welcome.

Prizegiving will start at 1pm

For more information, schedule, or stall bookings, please contact Pip Baker on 5248251 or pip@collingwood.school.nz

8:00 Show Me Shorts Film Festival (M) $20/$15 Sunday 22nd 5:00 Show Me Shorts Film Festival (M) $20/$15 8:00 My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3 (PG) Final Wednesday 25th 5:30 River of Freedom (E)

Tess’ Place school holiday childcare •

Summer holiday dates: 18-22 Dec, 15-31 Jan

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Monday to Friday, 8.45am - 3pm

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Central location at at 9A Rototai Road

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Tess the Clown fun on 18 Dec and 15 Jan

UPCOMING GIGS & EVENTS...

SATURDAY 21ST OCTOBER

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ACCOUSTIC SINGER SONWRITER - SOLO SET ORIGINALS & COVERS FROM 8.30 PM | FREE ENTRY

Tess' Place feedback "My daughter absolutely loved her first day and came home buzzing from a day packed with simple fun things that kids love to do." - Alix

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GOLDEN BAY WEATHER FORECAST Valid from Friday 20 until Tuesday 24 October Friday: Light winds with seabreezes developing. Mainly

fine and becoming mild by afternoon.

Saturday: Southwesterlies, freshening about western coastal areas. Some cloud otherwise mainly fine.

Sunday: Southeasterlies prevailing. Often cloudy with

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afternoon. Mainly fine although cloud increasing later.

Tuesday: Northerlies becoming strong for a time with

rain developing. Gusty westerlies developing later with rain easing to isolated showers.

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COLLINGWOOD, 12 Beach Rd

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OPEN HOME SUN 22ND OCT 2-2:30PM

SEA, SAND & SNAPPER

Deadline Sale (NSP) 25.10.23 12pm

RARE AS HEN'S TEETH

$330,000 Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840

TAKAKA, 25 Motupipi Street

Centrally located iconic accommodation. Deceptively 8 spacious & licenced for 28 4 pax. Covered back veranda & cottage garden, plus fully 870 self-contained separate owners’ accommodation.

YHA approved. This could be just the right opportunity for you. Call me to arrange a $798,000 viewing.

Positioned by the beach, this multilevel purpose-built 90s family bach is waiting for new memories to be made. Configured to accommodate two families, with two sleeping/living wings and a shared central kitchen and bathroom. With breath-taking sea views from the living areas, and the beach access is at your fingertips. Bring your fishing rod – snapper do not get fresher than this!

Paul McConnon 027 504 2872 paul@goldenbayproperty.com Jana McConnon 021 245 2197 jana@goldenbayproperty.com

ANNIE'S NIRVANA BACKPACKERS

PATONS ROCK, 221 Patons Rock Road

TAKAKA, 29 Rototai Road

3 1 850

OCEANS OF OPPORTUNITY

$1,175,000

POHARA, 93 Selwyn Street 2 1 853 1

OPEN HOME SUNDAY 22ND 1:00-1:30PM

SLEEPING BEACH BEAUTY

Immerse yourself in a beachside lifestyle, your place to reset & rejuvenate.

This north-facing home was built to capture the everchanging scenes of the sea.

Just a short stroll across the road/reserve to the beach. Call us now to arrange a viewing.

Paul McConnon 027 504 2872 Jana McConnon 021 245 2197

+ GST (if any) Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840

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Paul McConnon 027 504 2872

BAINHAM, 1802 Collingwood-Bainham Main Rd This rural home has three bedrooms, an open plan 3 kitchen, dining and a large 1 lounge heated by a wood fire. With some TLC, you will 2169 have a lovely home. With 2,169m2 there’s plenty of scope to live off the land.

Contact James to arrange a viewing and for all the information. $575,000 James Mackay 027 359 0892 A RARE FIND IN THE COUNTRY

Embrace the convenience of this lovely home. Located within easy reach of schools, town & Rototai beach, this property is ideal for families.

Just imagine how easy your daily routine will be. The kitchen area is warm & sunny, with separate lounge.

Come along to my open home.

CLOSE TO TOWN & SCHOOL O/O $599,000 Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840

CLIFTON, 618a Abel Tasman Drive Unleash your imagination!

Nestled in a prime location, this charming 1980s home is your canvas for creating a coastal getaway. With a touch of refurbishment, you can transform this hidden gem. The golf course and beach access is close by. Get OPEN HOME SUNDAY 22ND 12:30-1:00PM in touch today.

O/O $800,000 Jana McConnon 021 245 2197

There is no doubt that sections this close to the beach in Collingwood are rare to find. With residential zoning, this is the idyllic location for a small permanent home or a summer bach. Close to the shops and cafe, grab a coffee and walk the beach.

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Explore this modern, easycare home ideally located near beaches and the local school. Enjoy a wellequipped kitchen, a master bedroom with ensuite and walk-in wardrobe, plus a double internal garage. All reasonable offers considered. Come along to the open home.

$750,000 Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840

POHARA, Abel Tasman Drive

FREEHOLD TITLES READY TO GO!

Only 4 blocks left!

Block 1- 4445m2 $220,000 Block 2- 6524m2 $250,000 Block 3- 8855m2 $320,000 Block 4- 2.2978Ha $300,000 Block 5 - SOLD All prices are plus GST if any. Mixed zoning. Get in touch with James now for more information.

James Mackay 027 359 0892

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