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Friday 8 September 2023

Festival of football finals

The Price Charity Cup final between Richmond FC (in red) and Blenheim Rangers at the Rec Park Centre provided a fitting season finale. Photo: Ab's Snaps.

JO RICHARDS AND CHARLOTTE RICHARDS

Golden Bay hosted all six of Nelson Bays Football’s cup finals last Saturday.

The Rec Park Centre was buzzing on and off the pitch all day long, with games starting at 10am and continuing through to the prestigious division one final, which finished at around 4.15pm. A dozen squads representing all four Senior Men’s divisions, the Women’s Premiership, and the Men’s Masters league had travelled over Tākaka Hill from as far afield as Blenheim.

Although no Golden Bay sides had progressed to any of the finals, local teams – the Wekas, Gladiators, Shield Maidens, and a Men’s XI – featured in four ties providing a curtain-raiser for the main event.

The hundreds of players, support staff and supporters were amply fed and watered from the Rec Park Centre kitchen, run by volunteers from the Aorere Childcare and Education Charity. A spokesperson for the charity said that, from the time they opened at noon, they were "constantly busy throughout the day". The adjacent bar was also doing great business.

At 12.30pm, a trio of Senior Men’s cup finals kicked off: the Greg Brown Memorial Cup

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between fourth division Richmond Bogans and Tahuna 3rd XI; the division three contest for the AR Hurst Trophy between Nelson Suburbs Seals Re-serves and FC Nelson NMIT; and the Thorkild Hansen Memorial Cup match featuring Masters sides FC Nelson and Nelson Suburbs.

In the later kick-offs at 2.30pm, another three pieces of silverware were decided. In the Men’s division two Gould and Tout Trophy match, FC Nelson Chin United triumphed over Nelson Steamers, while in the Women’s Knock-Out Cup, Nelson Suburbs Reserves beat Nelson Wahine.

The highly anticipated showpiece final for the Men’s first division Price Charity Cup, was played between previous winners Blenheim Rangers and Richmond FC on the pitch, directly in front of the grandstand and a very enthusiastic crowd.

It proved to be a fitting finale to the day, and the season. It was clear from the start that both teams were closely matched. But as the first half progressed, Blenheim saw more of the ball and Richmond were lucky to go into half-time 0-0, when Rangers missed a penalty.

The second half provided the spectators with more thrills and spills, with both sides

creating good scoring chances. Blenheim arguably created the better opportunities and were only denied by some top goalkeeping by the Richmond stopper, who kept his side in the game on more than one occasion.

As the time ticked on, Rangers increasingly showed their class, dominating possession and laying siege to the Richmond goal. The continuous pressure paid off with Rangers eventually managing to put the ball in the back of the net. Final score: Blenheim Rangers 1 vs Richmond FC 0.

Reflecting on the event, Golden Bay Association Football Club president Phil Smith said it had been “a sensational day of football with just a great atmosphere. The Rec Park was buzzing, which is awesome. And we really made the most of it”.

Phil acknowledged all those who made the day a success. “Special thanks to ITM Tākaka, Pākawau Beach Camp, Aorere Childcare and Education Charity, GalanJah, Roots Bar, Rec Park Centre, Mainland Football.”

Summing up the season finale, Phil said, “Overall the day was perfect, a credit to Golden Bay football. And we do have a reputation for being the greatest hosts.”

Hot, dry summer alert JO RICHARDS

Fire and Emergency New Zealand is urging people to start preparing for the risk of wildfire early as hotter drier weather is forecast this summer.

Service Delivery Wildfire Manager Tim Mitchell says the forecast higher temperatures, reduced rainfall and windier El Niño weather pattern predicted for this summer is likely to cause higher levels of fire danger on the east coasts of both islands.

"Given this year’s flood events and wet conditions, people will likely find it difficult to understand the wildfire risk New Zealand could be facing soon," he says.

"But a spell of hot dry windy weather will quickly dry out the grass and vegetation that has grown and will likely grow over the coming months, due to the moist soils and return to warmer weather.

This will become a fire risk if not managed.

"Ninety-eight per cent of New Zealand wildfires are caused by people and people can do a great deal to prevent wildfires occurring and to help protect themselves and their property," Tim Says.

Fire and Emergency is encouraging people living in rural and semi-rural areas to prepare their properties by: • keeping the grass short, particularly around their house and other structures • moving firewood and other flammable materials well away from their house • clearing the gutters so hot embers can’t lodge in them • clearing accessways and making sure rapid address numbers are visible, and • having a plan of action if they are involved in a vegetation fire.

Starting this month Fire and Emergency will provide location-specific, live fire danger advertisements if the level is High, Very High or Extreme through social channels, YouTube and Google search.

From late September, social media, online video, digital display, and radio will prompt semi-rural and rural dwellers to prepare their homes and properties for a wildfire.

People can also access real-time and localised fire danger levels and fire season information on MetService’s desktop and app platforms.

Before lighting a fire or doing anything that emits heat or sparks, people need to always check their local fire danger level at checkitsalright.nz.

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The charitable trust behind the Mohua 2042 Sustainable Strategy is kicking off two new projects.

The first takes the format of a digital application (app) named The Wellbeing Protocol. It is a democratic model designed to empower communities to make decisions on projects they want to support.

Trustee Reggie Luedtke says, “The app was built by two Wellington-based developers using MBIE community project funding – and is now available for use by Mohua 2042 as the first community funding pilot.”

Foundational to the app is the Mohua 2042 constitution, which outlines the types of community projects that it supports. Trustee Debbie Pearson tells The GB Weekly that “funded projects could be anywhere between $50 to $1,000”.

The submission process is as follows: download the app to your device (via the Google Play Store/Apple Store), select the Mohua 2042 Test option and sign up. The app is open to all Golden Bay community members (including non-resident homeowners). Once signed up, you can submit idea(s) and/or vote. The idea must be well considered and viable. A Wellbeing Protocol Steward will work with the submitter to refine and form a proposal, including the funding value.

Ideas are then made available on the app for voting. A successful idea receives funding from the “funding pool” (donated by community focussed individuals and businesses).

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Debbie says, “One of the nice things [about this model] is that it takes central bureaucracy out of the funding equation.

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The trustees are keen to hear from funders. Reggie says, “This is for businesses that want to support the community to ‘do good’ and to see evidence of their funding.”

Debbie adds, “As a business you can have confidence in the community voting mechanism – decisions are made democratically by the community.”

The app is now available to download, with the first test run of ideas targeted for voting in November this year.

The second project is the provision of support for establishment and governance of Purpose Owned Businesses (POB). Reggie explains, “The idea of POBs is to exist in the space between traditional profit and not-for-profit businesses. A POB is committed legally to its purpose, with all profit above an agreed ceiling flowing over into the community.”

A mature example of such a business is the camping and clothing manufacturer Patagonia. Sustainable practices are baked into every part of their product and manufacturing processes and the company expects to contribute about $100 million a year from their profits to combat climate change.

Debbie offers a more local idea. “We could start a POB with the key purpose to provide a natural alternative to roadside weed herbicide, with the sole purpose to protect the environment. All profits over an agreed amount would go back to the community.”

The trustees are interested to hear from anyone who thinks the model would work for them. The ideal candidate is motivated to maintain the purpose and intent of the business – without letting it be overtaken by profit-making goals.

“If your intent is to grow the business in order to sell it for profit, then this probably isn’t for you,” says Debbie.

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The Waimea Dam is ready to collect spring rainfall. When full, it will hold 13 million cubic metres of water. Photo: Supplied.

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The Waimea Dam is ready to collect anticipated spring rainfall.

Testing of the structure, the first large dam to be constructed in New Zealand for 25 years, has been progressing through the winter and early spring.

Following the installation of the sealing concrete plug and isolating valve, the organisation responsible for the project, Waimea Water Ltd (WWL), expects to commence filling the reservoir imminently. When full, it will hold 13 million cubic metres of water, which will be released as and when necessary into the Waimea River.

It’s been a long journey for the controversial scheme; following several false starts and numerous rounds of public consultation – which was criticised at the time for failing to address ratepayers’ concerns – the project was given the go-ahead in late 2018. At that time, the estimated cost of construction was around $100m but a series of geological problems, covid-related issues and legal disputes has seen that figure balloon to an estimated $198.2m. Although some risks remain they progressively reduce as the dam nears completion.

As the reservoir fills, WWL CEO Mike Scott rebuts social

media chatter that the dam is “leaking” and says it is performing as expected and any teething issues are being addressed.

“It is early days, and we will assess and verify dam performance as we fill the reservoir in stages,” Scott said.

“Speculation about there being issues with the dam are unfounded. We are comfortable with how the dam is performing. It is doing what we expected and contemplated, and we are executing our commissioning plans.”

The reservoir will be filled in stages by maintaining the water level at hold points for extended periods to allow for testing and engineering measurements. When it rains there will be times when water will need to be released to return the reservoir to a set level, and then when ready, the reservoir level will be allowed to rise to the next hold point.

“What we most need now is average rainfalls in the dam’s catchment area. It has been very dry recently, but based on advice we are optimistic about the spring weather. With sufficient rainfall we expect to provide water to shareholders and the community this summer,” says Mike.

“By having the reservoir full and dam commissioned by December, we can provide our shareholders and community with confidence ahead of the forecasted windy and dry El Niño summer.”

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Smarten up your ACT?

ACT’s David Seymour, in need of some misdirection, once more waved the shroud of “apartheid”. That of course was the white South African government policy of segregation on the basis of race. Seymour’s peculiar logic was trying to get you to believe co-governance may be some form of that. He even tried to invoke Nelson Mandela as being inclined to support ACT in its “one law for all” or even the Hobson’s “he iwi tahi tatou”, which of course he would not. Mandela would strongly support the notion of co-governance as being the opposite of apartheid.

Seymour has to misdirect people away from the likes of his Northland MP, Mark Cameron and his description of Jacinda Ardern as a “feckless wench” and a “vacuous teenager”. In his defence Cameron claims he has changed – I guess we wait and see.

What Seymour and ACT will refuse to recognise is that the Treaty, like all international treaties, was between sovereign states. Despite Māori not having a sovereign and being tribally organised, Queen Victoria‘s Britain treated Māori as a sovereign state. Like the Magna Carta. you cannot engage a time machine and undo history. As a country, we are in a very mature place where the Treaty no longer divides society, except if you want it to – it has taken many years of hard work to get to this place.

We should enjoy this –and not start further division.

No reira, heoi ano.

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Vote for humanity

Larger polling opposition parties are poised, they promise us, for a great leap backwards.

Whether it be on climate change, (delay in acting on methane emissions), punishing underprivileged kids (who, lacking guidance, have strayed off the rails), or taking relationships back to the dark ages of judgement and privilege according to race, possession and/or sexual orientation, this won’t advance our cause for a fairer world.

They can’t see value in the natural world or in the enriching variety of human beings who inhabit it. They offer a grim future and if past promises so swiftly broken are anything to go by, (John Key and the raising of GST), will show no mercy to the poor.

Let’s not lose sight of humane and environmental values during this three-yearly unseemly scramble for power and control. Vote for humanity and the preservation of our planet.

Karen Brookes

How now, black cow?

Billboards have been sprouting up around the Bay like daffodils in spring. The one that makes me chuckle is the black cow on the right as you approach Tākaka from Nelson.

Written on its side is “Go the All Blacks”. So far so good. But the cow’s tail is raised. Most of us know what will happen next and below and behind the cow is a billboard with the words “National” and “Maureen Pugh”. Is this deliberate, or an (un) fortunate oversight?

Felicity Burgers

Home is where the heart is

My mother moved into Golden Bay Community Health’s rest home a few months ago. During my visits to see her, I’ve met many of the rest home’s employees, who have impressed me greatly. Without exception, all have been friendly, patient, respectful, caring and kind to the residents. They are a real

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My extended family has had some experience with other rest homes, and while some may be flasher than Golden Bay’s, none we’ve encountered have such wonderful staff or such good meals.

Golden Bay is very fortunate to have such a wonderful facility.

Hugh Cropp

NBS throws Kotinga a lifeline

The Kotinga community now has access to a brand new AED defibrillator, located at the Kotinga Hall.

This has been made possible by the kind and generous folk at the Nelson Building Society. A huge thank you to NBS and Dean Lund.

Kotinga can be cut off in times of flooding, and to have this life saving equipment available to us is very reassuring.

We hope you will never need it, but next time you drive past the Kotinga Hall, note the location of the defibrillator, and remember it is there.

Brian Leetch

Tooth query

Here we are living in what is called a first world country and yet far too many children under five have appalling teeth.

Have you ever wondered, when seeing photos of third world children suffering malnutrition, poor health and disease, why they still have such beautiful white teeth?

There must be a reason for this.

Reg Turner

Going with the flow

A reply/add-on to Paul Sangster’s letter from last week’s publication (GBW 1/9).

The main reason for alleviating the flooding of the Tākaka River since 1983 is what is known as the “new cut” which blew out much sooner than expected, and sent all the water directly to the sea. When this happened during the 1983 flood, it sent gravel with the water into the bay and lowered the river bed significantly. This in turn increased the amount of water the river could hold before breaching its banks.

Carolyn Rose

Holistic approach to the environment

I recently came across the following quote by Gus Speth, an American environmental lawyer and advocate, and senior advisor to Presidents Jimmy Carter and Bill Clinton: “I used to think the top environmental problems were biodiversity loss, ecosystem collapse, and climate change. But I was wrong. The top environmental problems are selfishness, greed, and apathy. To deal with those issues we need a spiritual and cultural transformation – and we scientists do not know how to do that.”

Thought-provoking stuff. The transformation he talks about requires selflessness, generosity and passion. It’s not all doom and gloom – I am heartened to see these qualities in many people around me, and around the world.

Felicity Burgers

Spring into action

The comprehensive report and recommendation for wording of the Water Conservsation Order over Te Waikoropupū Springs from the Environment Court is now with Environment Minister David Parker. When promulgated into law it will impose planning, monitoring and regulatory actions on TDC to give effect to the requirement for improvement of the health of

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LE T TERS the waters. With reference to the reported comments by Kim Drummond regarding the process (GBW 18/8), it is, of course, preferable for a group manager of environmental assurance at TDC to give clear, and above all factual, assurances.

For the record, the deadline for appeals against Te Waikoropupū Water Conservation Order passed on 18 August and no appeals have been lodged. Hence there are no further opportunities for parties to appeal and the process is now direct and straightforward; TDC must manage the Tākaka catchment to meet the requirements set by the Environment Court. Among those, the nitrate at the springs must be brought back down to the level it was in 2016. The nitrate monitoring project that Friends of Golden Bay has run for the last seven years provided crucial data for the Court that was otherwise not available. We would like to thank all the people who have supported the project with their time and donations, some of them substantial. What remains is for TDC to get on with doing what the court has told it to.

Gordon Mather, on behalf of Friends of Golden Bay

A "Sound" to be seen

Before truth is revealed to all in some kind of emergency broadcast, before you are whacked on the side of the head with the evidence of what is really happening on and off this planet, ease yourselves in with a trip to the movies.

Sound of Freedom will screen at the Village Theatre on Thursday 14 September at 7.30pm.

Called "vanilla" by those who have witnessed the real horrors of the problem, it does give an insight into global child trafficking's 150 billion-dollar industry, with a true story of one of Tim Ballard's many rescues.

Those awake and aware, please support the screening of this movie.

Lorna Scurr

Overseas voting

A lot of us in Golden Bay have family and friends overseas who would appreciate a reminder to vote on 14 October. And they may find it easier to decide to vote online if they know

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To vote, you must be a NZ citizen who has visited NZ in the last six years, or a permanent resident who has visited in the last four years; a public servant, eg diplomat; or a member of the Defence Force.

There are two steps, both can be actioned via the Vote.NZ website: 1. Enrol, if you have not voted before, or update if necessary any time. Note: use the last address you lived at in NZ as this will be the electorate you vote for. To enrol for the first time, you will need a current NZ driver's license, passport, or Real Me login.

2. Vote. Available from 27 September. The election is on 14 October. Download the voting form, complete and upload.

It would be great to see more people participate and understand the power of their vote.

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RAINFALL

New arts worker brimming with ideas

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RONNIE SHORT

The Golden Bay Community Arts Council (GBCAC) has a new arts worker, bringing a diverse set of skills and experience gained from 15 years of organising events and festivals.

Gary Smith’s role is funded by the Ministry of Culture and Heritage for 12 months. In addition to arts worker Claire French, Gary will be networking with artists.

Gary created and organised the Resonance Karamea festival, along with many other community events, including those for children. Finding himself in demand after building up a sound system, Gary worked at festivals such as Circulation in Oamaru and Dunedin. From there he brought professional performers from all over the world to run workshops and events for West Coast families. In collaboration with theatre directors and artists, he has assisted in all aspects of theatre, and 48-hour film competitions.

Gary says Golden Bay is special because the percentage of artists is 6-10 per cent of the population, compared to a national average of 1 per cent. A GBCAC survey in April 2022 revealed that local artists want support with funding, to put on or have access to workshops, and greater opportunities to network.

One of Gary’s ideas is mentorship, “connecting with even those artists who are doing well, who may want to give something back by way of offering themselves as mentor for others, particularly youth”.

His directive is to “lift the profile of artists”, which Gary aims to achieve via meetings, workshops, public talks, artist interviews, and finding out what artists need.

Gary has secured a contract to create a summer arts festival in conjunction with GBCAC. He is brimming with ideas and enthusiasm and looks forward to collaborating with the arts community.

Currently Gary lives at Riverside Community in Lower Moutere with his two teenage sons, his partner, and their four-week-old son. He says he is now at a stage in life where he wants to be of service.

“I’m coming into the community to connect with the artist

Gary Smith in the Golden Bay Arts Council space in Commercial Street, Tākaka, in his new role as arts worker connecting with, and creating opportunities for, artists. Photo: Ronnie Short.

community and find out what’s going on for them – what’s here – where they need support.”

Gary is available at the GBCAC office on Tuesdays from 10am-3pm. For appointments text 021 0277 8363 or email arts-workermohua@gmail.com See Gary's column "What is art?" on page 10 of this issue.

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Dairy farm budgets are being seriously squeezed following Fonterra’s announcement of reduced payout for milk solids for the 2023/24 season.

In response, Dairy NZ ran a series of online events last week inviting farmers to discuss their situation and options for adjusting farm budgets. Before getting down to business, Mark Shadwick, Dairy NZ extension officer, started the session with some encouraging comments.

“Remember that farming is cyclical; remain positive; keep your eye on your end goal; share the load because you are not alone; seek advice and reach out early to your trusted advisors; focus on costs in your business; and look after yourself and those around you.”

Analysing costs for farms in the Top of the South for the previous season, Mark presented figures and predicted that $300 per cow savings is possible. Going through the list prompted lively feedback from farmers. Ideas discussed included: cutting herd testing back to only three – two before Christmas and one later to check cell counts; buying cheaper semen to inseminate the herd; asking for quotes before spending money on anything; talking to the bank to get better rates and going interest only; carefully assessing what insurance can be reduced; and rearing calves on lucerne hay instead of meal.

Fertiliser is a big expense so also a big issue and the summary was that due to the law of diminishing return, the “first tonne of lime gives the best response”. One interesting set of figures showed that there is very little correlation between increasing supplements and production. The extra milk solids produced cost $9.93/kg compared to cost of $1.96/ kg from increasing production with pasture and crops fed in

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Graph showing dairy farm operating expense and interest vs revenue. Note that the blue line of $/kg MS for this season is down at about $6.75, so below the red line. Image: Supplied.

the paddock. Importantly, look after your gear to keep repair and maintenance costs down, and vitally, look after staff, as retaining a good team is best value.

The basic fact is that the “only way to get richer is to spend less than you earn”. One graph showed how savings each year compound over the long term. Cutting back on drawings should be considered as a $10,000 annual reduction brings significant future gains. A 20-cent reduction in operating expenses every year adds up to $300,000 saving over 12 years.

When the payout per kilogram is less than the cost of production, farming is challenging. Rural Support Trust has a 24-hour helpline. Financial advice and counselling are available, so don’t be hesitant to call for support if you feel as squeezed as your budget. Ph 0800 787 254.

SPRING IS IN THE AIR!!!

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Every purchase in September of any 5 litre or 10 litre Cabots Deck and Exterior Stain, Natural Decking Oil or Aquadeck will put you in the draw to win a Stihl water blaster with deck cleaning attachment Call in to the ITM Tākaka Colour Centre for more details

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Nelson Suburbs take home the cup

Nelson Bays Football Cup winners 2023: Men’s Div 1 - Rangers AFC, Blenheim. Men’s Div 2 - FC Nelson Chin United.

Men’s Div 3 - Nelson Suburbs Seals. Men’s Div 4 - Tahuna 3rd XI. Men’s Masters - FC Nelson. Women’s - Nelson Suburbs Women’s Reserves.

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Winners of the Women’s Knock Out Cup, Nelson Suburbs Women’s Reserves. Photo: Ab's Snaps.

Motupipi Indoor Bowling club member Pam Delaney receives the cup for the women's Gates-Robb singles from Wayne Tibble, Golden Bay Motueka Indoor Bowls president. The competition was played in Collingwood.

Gregg Edwards, from Motueka, won the men's singles cup.

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Locals make squad

Kitchen team: from left, Brajan McAllan, Carrol Roberts, AJ McQuarrie, Savannah Smith. Photo: Ab's Snaps.

RESULTS Nelson Bays Division 2 Country played Buller last Saturday in Westport. Eight Golden Bay players from both Collingwood and Tākaka rugby clubs were selected for the squad. GB representatives: Back row, from left, Tom Bassett-Eason, Will Curnow, Ryan McKay (captain), Tyler Jones, Tyler Palmer.

Front row, from left, Liam Miller, Boston Rountree, Anthony Tait. Score: Nelson Bays Division 2 Country 82 vs Buller 5.

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BRIDGE 30 August. Kotinga Pairs Session 2. N/S: B Adams/B Burdett 64.15%; P Nelson/P Panzeri 47.15%; E Bradshaw/R Smith 47.15%. E/W: A Foreman/J Harper 57.90%; P Smith/L Roberts 56.90%; A Bradnock/J Hannon 49.40%. H/cap: N/S: B Adams/B Burdett 61.40%; E Bradshaw/R Smith 50.90%. H Curtis/ L Bradley 48.40%. E/W: A Bradnock/J Hannon 59.40%; A Foreman/J Harper 57.40%; P Smith/L Roberts 56.90%.

1 September. Individual Session 8. J Massey 66.28%; D McDonald 61.90%; J Kingston 59.78%.

GOLF 16 August. Stableford: W Collie 37, R Heuvel 36, G Allen 36. Closest to pin: 3/12, 4/13, 8/17, 9/18: W Collie. Best gross: W Collie.

22 August. 3rd Woods (Stableford): C Gilbert 38. 23 August. Stableford: G Rowe 41, R Young 37, W Collie 34. Closest to pin: 3/12 G Rowe, 4/13 W Collie, 8/12 R Tait, 9/18 M Dixon. Twos: M Dixon, W Collie, G Rowe. Best gross: W Collie 76. 26 August.

Stableford: N Moore, 38, G Rowe 35, J Garner 34. Closest to pin: 3/12 W Collie, 4/13 N Gardiner, 8/17 N Moore, 9/18 R Dyce. Twos: N Moore, G Rowe. Happy wanderer: A Bradnock. Best gross: N Moore 69.

29 August. Hidden Holes: M Solly 14. Closest to pin: 3/12 C Gilbert. Two: 3/12 J Rutherford. 2 September. Irish Stableford: J Garner 92, W Collie 89, J Solly 75. Tui Cup final: J Thomason beat R Dyce 7/5. Closest to pin: 3/12 C Hadler, 4/13 W Collie, 8/17 W Collie, 9/18 G Ryan. Twos: M Dixon, G Ryan, C Hadler. Happy wanderer: J Crocker. Best gross: W Collie.

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

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The winner of The Saddest Song in the World competition, held in Berlin in 2009, will be in Tākaka next week, but won’t be singing.

As well as a musician, Steve Abel is an environmental activist who has been involved in many campaigns – to stop native logging on the West Coast, protest against mining on high-value conservation land, deep sea drilling, and the removal of native trees in West Auckland in a 245 day live in-tree protest.

He now works for Greenpeace and helped develop a free kit to test nitrate levels in water.

Steve is talking next Tuesday on Tackling the Barriers to Real Climate Action – see advert on page 18 of this issue.

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You may have one of our friendly Chorus agents knock on your door from Monday 11 September to talk to you about the options for a fibre install, and you can book a technician’s visit.

If you miss them, don’t worry – you can still request a fibre install at www.chorus.co.nz/request-install.

Once fibre is installed, you’re one step away from activating your connection by simply calling your preferred broad-band provider.

Some properties in Collingwood may be just outside the town, so might not have fibre available. Please check https://www.chorus.co.nz/ to find out if fibre is available at your address.

At the end of May, Chorus held an information event in Collingwood and the team got a lot of feedback regarding some of the significant connectivity challenges in Golden Bay, and Chorus will be investing in making further improvements to the network.

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The fun day will hold health and wellness checks for both tamariki and their parents, the sharing of Māori birthing knowledge, hapūtanga care and free childhood immunisations. Whānau will be able to take part in old school egg and spoon race, face painting, games and play areas with bouncy castles. There will also be loads of giveaways and prizes throughout the day.

This is a chance to come together with whānau and celebrate matariki in a hauora-based environment.

For more information see the full-page advertisement on page 13 of last week's issue (GBW 1/9).

Exclusions may apply on some brands advertised. Offers available 11th September - 24th September 2023.

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WHAT IS ART?

Setting the stage for Theatre Festival

SUBMITTED BY GARY SMITH, GB ARTS WORKER

I am pretty sure most of us feel we could say whether something is or isn’t art... and that most of the time we would agree. But what are the criteria we are using to make these distinctions?

In doing research for this article, it seems a definition of art, well... “depends!”

How we define art is more about locating the context of our enquiry within a latticework of continuums: traditional to modern, creator to interpreter, skill-based to conceptual, realism to abstraction, unmotivated to motivated, aesthetic to functional, and inclusive to exclusive, to name a few.

Defining art seems to be something that has (and still) unfolds over time. From an art history perspective, art has moved through various epochs till now we have art critiquing philosophical analysis of art.

However, through all of this, a couple of things seem to remain constant – art’s relationship with creativity and emotion.

“Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes. Art is knowing which ones to keep.” (Scott Adams) I believe what Adams is referring to is art having a strong relationship with the exploration of new frontiers, and the potential that this exploration is preceded by a perturbation or excitement from something vague or uncertain, and the act of expressing these feelings (and ideas) has the potential to bring clarity and a release of tension.

In this sense, there seems to be the potential of a relationship between art and wellbeing.

Acknowledging our growing understanding of neurodiversity and the fact art can be intellectualised, part of experiencing art (whether creating it or interpreting it) is this emotional response and the potential for that response (whether positive or negative) to be unique for each of us.

In this sense, art is inclusive, something that can be part of our everyday lives, a state of being, a vehicle for selfexploration and expression, especially when reflecting on our own creativity, but also the creativity of others.

Exploration of new frontiers within a particular discipline gifts humanity with discovery or the creation of something new. One of the challenges of becoming an artist is obtaining a skill set, learning the “language” of a particular discipline. Expression through a particular art form can become exclusive, as the significance of the art created can only fully be appreciated/interpreted by those who understand it through the lens of this language.

How do we ensure this knowledge isn’t held within artistic silos?

How do we ensure the potential of art to move, inspire, challenge, and heal us, continues to unfold?

A line-up of performers aged from four to 15 who will perform in the four plays of the Kids Theatre Festival 2023 which is being held at the Tākaka Primary School later this month. Photo: Anita Peters.

ANITA PETERS

DramaLAB will again delight audiences with four wildly imaginative plays in their upcoming Kids Theatre Festival.

Colourful character combinations and storylines have been scripted into plays by Jodie Grant, who has been teaching drama for the past two years in support of director and producer Martine Baanvinger.

“I love the process of weaving the kids’ characters into their stories,” says Jodie. “It makes it more rewarding for me as a teacher to be developing their ideas and skills. They get ownership of their creations; I’m not telling them how.”

Martine adds, “All of these guys have played their own characters and written their own storyline. To give these kids and youth an expressive outlet that reflects their world of imagination while having so much fun, building their confidence and sense of self, is so rewarding for all involved. I have seen kids grow into young adults gaining important life skills through drama practice, especially those that otherwise would not have an opportunity to shine.”

The smallest performers, aged from only four, tell an adventure story of The Princess and the Worm, with such wonderfully disparate characters as Dotty the ladybird, “Changey” the chameleon, Willy the worm, and thrown into the mix are some mermaids, a queen, and the mysterious Prince William.

The eight to 11-year-olds have created Guardians of the Forest, dramatising two villains (a troll and a vet), hell-bent on destroying the forest and capturing the guardians. The villains share not only their love of sheep, but also of stealing and eating them.

The third play, written by kids aged nine to 12, is titled The Last Komodo Dragon, the last on earth in fact, and at risk from thieves. Set in London, it involves bombs, a kiwi, a criminal fashion designer, her bratty teenage daughter, and even an explosive kitten.

The last play, Ship of Fools, by kids aged 12-15, includes livestream film techniques. The storyline describes a “bunch of people who go off to sea”, who then become unwittingly involved in a reality TV prank show, the humour of which disguises the dark underlying themes of murder, failure, and intrigue.

For the last four months, one hour a week, they have been working on their plays. With dress rehearsals coming up, “they’re amping up, they’re excited”, laughs Jodie. “The only thing though is, they’re constantly hungry.”

Kids Theatre Festival 2023: Saturday 16 September, 3.30pm– 8.15pm; Sunday 17 September 10.30am–3.15pm, at Tākaka Primary School Hall. Tickets at Unlimited Copies. Kids $10, adults $15. www.facebook.com/DramaLabNZ

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Golden Bay visions impress Potton

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Gaylene Wilkinson’s winning photo in the Golden Bay Alpine and Tramping Club photo competition. Image supplied.

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Winners of the Golden Bay Alpine and Tramping Club (GBATC) photo competition were delighted to receive recognition and prizes at the recent club meeting held in Tākaka.

Sam Mercer won the under 25 year-old category with Marlee Brink taking second place, and Iris Mercer highly commended.

Gaylene Wilkinson won first prize for her entry in the over 25 year-old category, and Suze Lord was placed second. Craig Potton, who judged this category, said, “The winning photo has great mood, and I really appreciated the strong detail with the tiny figure that reveals itself when you look closely. Good photos have tension, and this has plenty of that, with the blue sky on the left, and dark rain cloud to the right”.

GBATC members who co-ordinated the event, which was aligned with the annual FMC photo competition, were really pleased with the number of entries (almost 90 photos) and the interest the competition itself generated. The club looks forward to hosting it again next year and suggests that those with a canny eye take a few photographs whilst out on the trail and store them away for the 2024 competition.

In preparation for the Spring School Holidays, Nelson Regional Development Agency (NRDA) in collaboration with local businesses, has launched a ”Spring into School Holiday Mode” campaign which aims to attract visitors, especially families of school-aged children, to the region during the upcoming school holiday.

NRDA chief executive Fiona Wilson says the launch is timed to showcase the “great things” to do across Nelson Tasman, to encourage visitors to the region and locals to start planning for their holidays. “Our local community are our greatest ambassadors, and this campaign will also help them as they host family and friends."

Craig Boodee, NRDA visitor destination manager explains that the mostly online campaign is designed to appeal to school-aged children and get them excited to explore Nelson Tasman. "It is supported by an interactive digital activation, in the form of a deal-a-day advent calendar. Each day, in the lead up to the start of the holidays, 23 unique deals and activities from local hospitality, tourism and accommodation providers are revealed, with all deals and activities to be revealed by 23 September (the start of the school holidays)."

Locals are also encouraged to utilise these deals and activities as most of them are exclusive to the campaign and offer inspiration for families to see a different side to their region.

“Thank you to the local tourism operators who have supported the campaign" says Craig.

Visit www.nelsontasman.nz for more details.

Join the resistance with Green team From left, Marlee Brink, Sam Mercer, and Iris Mercer with Sam’s winning photo in the background. Photo: Submitted.

The club wishes to formally thank Craig Potton for judging the photos and Potton & Burton Publishers for supporting the competition and sponsoring the book prizes.

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The Green Prescription team are popping over the hill for a pop-up event.

Ollie, Hayley and Nicola will be presenting a Movement for Life workshop called Band and Balance. This is a free event that will take place on Wednesday 27 September, from 12-3pm at Tākaka's Rec Park Centre.

It's an interactive workshop, educating participants on how to use resistance bands. Resistance bands are an excellent way to increase your strength, joint mobility and are fairly affordable, plus they're great for all ages. Ollie, Hayley and Nicola will use a variety of bands, showing a range of exercises, for falls prevention, functional fitness, and bands for fitness training.

Green Prescription provides healthy lifestyle support to the community to improve hauora through education, regular activity, engagement within the community, and advice on wellbeing.

Feel free to come along on the day, or contact the team to register at grx@nbph.org.nz or phone 027 317 5879.

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Henk Visker: lifetime of love for community JOYCE WYLLIE

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Hendrikus (Henk) Adrianus Theodorus Visker, 15 April 193817 July 2023.

Henk was born in Terheyden in the Netherlands, the second child and first son of Jan and Adriana Visker. He had four brothers and four sisters.

Life in the Netherlands would have been difficult, growing up during the war. The family all worked hard. His father was a builder; in those days that meant carpentry, bricklaying, plastering, and designing and drawing house plans. Henk went to school in Terheyden, Breda, and later Tilburg and Eindhoven for night school apprenticeship.

With a cheeky smile and cornflower-blue eyes, Henk had a great sense of fun, and could tell a good yarn. He was so believable that as youngsters his children remember being convinced that Boyle River Engineers Camp was a nudist camp, despite snow and sandflies.

Henk met Willa when in high school; they walked home together, canoed on the canals, and worked on the weekends delivering furniture for the Visker family business.

They married on 11 April 1963. Henk and Willa were a team, almost never apart, best friends, and blessed to have 60 years of marriage held together by enduring love and deep respect.

Looking for change and a chance to explore, they emigrated to Christchurch on 11 July 1963. Their sponsor was a Catholic priest who insisted on rushing them straight to church for a wedding service before helping them find their feet. Henk initially worked for a building firm and set about making new and lifelong friends.

At first his English was not so good. When it was his turn to order smoko for the team, someone called out that he wanted “a couple of f***ing bloody pies”. Henk added that to the list and read it out to the lady at the shop. She told him off severely for bad language and Henk was surprised to learn that “f***ing bloody” is not a type of pie filling.

In those days, a phone call to the Netherlands cost half a week’s wages and contact was by letter and cassette tape.

Homesickness got the better of them and they returned to the Netherlands, Willa pregnant at the time. Nina was born there in February 1967 and as a family they had a rather miserable time until just before their NZ permanent residency visas ran out, when Henk announced, “We are going back to New Zealand.”

They arrived with a packing case of furniture, an eight-monthold baby, and £5 in their pocket. They started again with the support of friends. Son Tony was born in October 1969.

They bought five acres in Greenpark, Canterbury, with a solid wooden house with no windows that was being used as a hayshed, which they rebuilt into a home. A couple of years later they bought 20 acres nearby, the house there getting the same treatment. They farmed sheep, and kept horses, dogs, and poultry. Deciding to try farming full time, they bought a dairy farm in Karamea in 1974. Henk still found time for building

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projects, including the Karamea School Pool and renovations to the Little Wanganui Hall. He organised movie nights and dances to raise funds for these.

In 1981, after seven years on the coast, they bought a small block at Uruwhenua, where they farmed sheep and planted pine trees. Henk also went back to building, working as a plasterer or blocklayer while Willa took care of the farm.

In 2016 they sold the Uruwhenua farm and moved to Packard’s Road. Wherever they lived, there were always many visitors who came to stay, especially during the school holidays.

Henk loved people and the community and was happy to help. Willa joined the Tākaka Citizens Band, and for 24 years Henk was their treasurer, becoming a life member. He supported the orchestra when Willa joined them. He was treasurer for the Kotinga Indoor Bowling Club where he played, also treasurer for St Johns and the Arts Council. He took these roles seriously, often visiting the tax department to ensure he was getting all he could for his organisations.

In 1999, he was part of a small group wanting to set up a community vehicle to take older Golden Bay citizens to and from medical appointments, particularly over the Hill. He became their treasurer and Willa their booking person and secretary. The Wrinklies Express came into being, and Henk only recently gave up his role when his eyesight deteriorated too much.

In 2015, both Henk and Willa were awarded a Tasman District Community Services Award in recognition of their hard work.

Henk was also awarded a well-deserved Kiwibank Local Hero Award at the end of 2016. He often joked that he’d never been so busy as when he was retired.

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Aorere Spring Flower Show Saturday 30th September Pakawau Hall 1 pm – 4 pm Admission – Gold Coin I Afternoon tea will be available for $5 Show opens at 1pm and closes at 4pm I All exhibits must be staged by 11am.

The hall is open 6pm to 8pm on the Show’s eve and from 9am-11am on Show day.

Entry of exhibits: There is no entry fee for exhibits. Each exhibit is to be accompanied by a small card with the class number on one side and the exhibitors name on the reverse.

Exhibitors should make their own card; some blank cards may be available when entries are received.

Officials: President: Lois Benjamin. Secretary: Gaye Benjamin.

SECTION 1: NARCISSUS Trumpets (Trumpets to be as long or longer than perianth) 1 1 bloom, all yellow 2 3 blooms, all yellow 3 1 bloom, white 4 3 blooms, white 5 1 bloom, white perianth, coloured trumpet 6 3 blooms, white perianth, coloured trumpet 7 1 bloom, yellow perianth, trumpet lighter 8 3 blooms, distinct types Large Cups (Cups more than half but less than equal length of perianth) 9 1 bloom, all yellow 10 3 blooms, all yellow 11 1 bloom, white perianth, cup yellow 12 3 blooms, white perianth, cup yellow 13 1 bloom, yellow perianth, cup red or red tinged 14 3 blooms, yellow perianth, cup red or red tinged 15 1 bloom, white perianth, cup red or red tinged 16 1 bloom, white 17 3 blooms, white 18 1 bloom, perianth white, cup pink 19 1 bloom, not classified above 20 3 blooms, distinct Small Cups (Cup less than half length of perianth) 21 1 bloom, any colour 22 3 blooms, one variety 23 3 blooms, distinct Miscellaneous 24 1 stem, double 25 3 stems, double, one or more varieties 26 1 stem, Tazetta 27 3 stems, Tazetta 28 3 blooms, miniature, any variety 29 Collection of six daffodils 30 1 Cyclamieus

SECTION 2: CUT FLOWERS 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52

Snowflakes 1 Hyacinth 3 Grape hyacinths 3 Freesias, cream or white 3 Freesias, any other colour 1 Tulip 1 Iris, Dutch Iris, any other variety 3 Anemones, double 3 Anemones, single 3 Spraxias 3 Ranunculus, double 3 Rananculus, single 3 Iceland poppies 3 Poppies, any other variety 3 Calendulas 3 Wall flowers 1 Spray stock 1 Truss polyanthus 3 Trusses, polyanthus, distinct 3 Primroses, single, one variety 3 Primroses, single, distinct

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3 Primroses, double 3 Violets 3 Lachenalias 1 Pansy 1 Viola 1 Carnation 3 Marguerite daisies 3 Arctotis 1 Camellia, white, single 1 Camellia, white, double or semi-double 1 Camellia, coloured, single 1 Camellia, coloured, double or semi-double 3 Camellias, distinct, one or more varieties 1 Truss rhododendron 1 Head flowering shrub or tree 3 Flowering distinct trees or shrubs 3 Flower heads, one kind, not listed 3 Flowers, single stem, one kind, not listed 6 Stems cut flowers, distinct kinds (excluding shrubs)

SECTION 3: DECORATIVE (Any foliage may be used) 72 Shoulder spray 73 Buttonhole 74 Posy of Flowers 75 Arrangement in a bottle 76 Floating bowl 77 Aqua jar 78 Arrangement in a wine glass 79 Basket of flowers 80 Spring flowers (deciduous trees and shrubs) 81 Miniature arrangement, 4 inches (10cm) overall 82 Study in pink and grey 83 Study in green and white 84 With weathered wood 85 Beauty without flowers 86 Roadside arrangement 87 Design using native materials 88 Novelty container 89 Sandsaucer

SECTION 4: POT PLANTS (All must have been established and in exhibitor’s possession at least a month prior to the show) 90 Cyclamen 91 Hyacinth 92 African violet 93 Pot of flowering bulb(s) 94 Any other flowering plant 95 Native fern 96 Fern, any variety 97 Cactus 98 Succulent (not spiny) 99 Foliage plant

SECTION 5: FRUIT AND VEGETABLES 100 101 102 103

3 lemons, Meyer 3 lemons, Lisbon 3 grapefruit 6 walnuts

Rules: There will be no first prize unless there are two entries and no second unless there are three or more. However, the judges may override this rule and can also decline to award prizes where exhibits are not of sufficient merit.

Flowers, fruit, vegetables and pot plants must be grown by the exhibitor.

Other exhibits must be of the work of the exhibitor, although personal photographs can be commercially printed.

Donations of saleable items (produce, baking etc) are gratefully accepted on the day for a sales table to help support the Show.

104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 120

3 fruit, one kind, not listed 3 table potatoes 1 lettuce 1 cabbage, any kind 1 spring cabbage 3 garlic 1 pumpkin or squash 3 carrots 3 parsnips 3 onions 3 shallots 3 leeks 3 stalks of silver beet 3 stalks of rhubarb 3 vegetables, one kind, not listed Collection of vegetables, 1 of each Collection of herbs

SECTION 9: INTERMEDIATE (AGED 8-10 YEARS)

161 162 163 164 165 166 167 168 169 170 171 172 173 174

SECTION 10: SENIOR

SECTION 6: HANDIWORK (Articles in this section are not to be exhibited more than twice) 121 Something new from something old 122 Crochet, any article, wool 123 Cross stitch article 124 Lady’s or gent’s cardigan or jumper, DK 125 Aran cardigan or jumper, any size, DK 126 Garment of home spun wool 127 Child’s cardigan or pullover, DK 128 Child’s cardigan or jumper, 4 ply 129 Baby’s matinee coat, 3 or 4 ply 130 Baby’s booties, pair, 3 or 4 ply 131 Article from 100 gram yarn 132 Tea cosy, knitted 133 Soft toy, knitted 134 Soft toy, crochet 135 Any article, unlisted, knitted 136 Hat 137 Blanket 138 Pin cushion 139 One hank home spun wool 140 Hobby article

SECTION 7: PRESCHOOL 141 142 143 144 145 146

Collage picture Playdough model Vase of flowers Beach collection Pet rock Anything not listed above

SECTION 8: JUNIOR (AGED 5-7 YEARS) 147 148 149 150 151 152 153 154 155 156 157 158 159 160

Button hole Sand saucer posy Shell collection Flowers arranged in a shell Aqua jar Model fruit and/or Vegetable Roadside arrangement Construction set model Junk model Model farm on tray Decorated hard-boiled egg Artwork, drawing or painting Sewing, anything Fridge magnet

Button hole Sand saucer posy Shell collection Flowers arranged in a shell Roadside arrangement Model fruit and/or Vegetable Model farm on tray Construction set model Junk model Decorated hard-boiled egg Artwork, drawing or painting Pin Cushion Happy stone or pet rock Anything not listed above (AGED 11 - 15 YEARS)

175 176 177 178 179 180 181 182 183 184 185 186 187

Button hole Vase of flowers Flower arrangement, any container Flower arrangement, novelty container Dried or pressed flower picture Design using native materials Aqua jar Sketch or drawing Piece of artwork Pin Cushion Machine sewing, any garment Knitted booties Sand saucer

SECTION 11: PHOTOGRAPHY To save space, please use postcard size photos (15 x 10cm) for all categories except class 198. A narrow mounting for pinning on wall is preferred.

188 Child studies 189 Landscape 190 Still life 191 Reflections 192 Beach or seaside scene 193 Animals, birds or insects 194 Plant or flower 195 Candid camera 196 Travels 197 Architecture 198 20 x 30 cm (8 x 10 inches); technical quality, any subject 199 Black and white – general 200 Any subject not listed above

SECTION 12: ART Must be Exhibitors own work 201 Beach or Landscape 202 Plant or Flowers 203 Portrait 204 Any subject of Artist Choice Prizes will be presented at the show for: Most points in each section, Champion bloom, Most outstanding decorative exhibit, Most outstanding handiwork.

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CLASSIFIEDS AGM NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICES / Pānui a whānui

THE Takaka Citizens Brass Band will have its AGM on Monday 11 September, 8pm at the Band room.

Collingwood Fire Station. To view agenda and reports, or to register for public forum please go to the Meetings Calendar at www.tasman.govt.nz

FRIENDS of Cobb welcome all to their AGM, Friday 22 September, Onekaka Hall. 11am for a cuppa, meeting start 11.30am.

TAKAKA Squash Club AGM, Monday 18 September, upstairs mezzanine area of GBSRF, 5.30pm. Everyone welcome.

Secretary, Sharon McConnon.

ALCOHOLICS Anonymous, open meeting, all welcome.

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

TĀKAKA Playcentre AGM, Saturday 23 September at 10am.

COMING to the Bay, 12 September, 7.30pm, Senior Citizens' Hall: Steve Abel, environmental/climate activist on collective action for a resilient climate future.

TAKAKA Athletics AGM, Wednesday 20 September, 7pm at the Rec Park Centre meeting room. We would love new members to join our team and help our athletes increase their skills.

RSC $8,000 Community Grant now open to applicants. Please call into the Country Store for an application form. Closes midday 29 September 2023. Ph 525 9113.

PERSONAL NOTICES / Pānui ake THORPE Meredith Maria

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.

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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.

Dearly loved wife of Jonathan and loved mother of Amarah, Malakai and Aynsley.

TRADES AND SERVICES / Mahi a ratonga

Loved daughter of Roger and Aynsley Langford, loved by Campbell and Ruth, Fleur and Josh and families. Loved daughter in-law of Richard and Leentje Thorpe and all the family from Ellis Creek Farm.

“We thank God for your life Meredith, although you would have loved longer, you are now at peace and with Jesus. See you there one day!”

All welcome to attend Meredith’s memorial service at Pōhara Hall on Saturday, September 16th, at 1pm.

(You are welcome to bring a plate of food to share).

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.

TRADES AND SERVICES / Mahi a ratonga 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 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

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?

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

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

PUBLIC NOTICES / Pānui a whānui

CHIPPER, a chap and chainsaw, six-inch chipper. Ph John Davis 027 470 7155.

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

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

CURTAINS, sheers, liners and Luxaflex® blinds. Ph Tracey at Imagine designs, for a free measure and quote 027 440 0071.

NGANGA, picture framing by professional artist framer.

Collingwood ph 021 107 6312, ngangart@gmail.com.

SENIORNET workshop: Video meetings online with others – groups of friends, family or colleagues. 11 am, Thursday 21 September, at the St John Rooms at the Rec Centre.

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

PA party hire, audio solutions from $150. Little Cloud, ph 021 771 916.

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.

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.

CARS wanted. Will pick up for free (some conditions apply).

Motueka Auto Parts. Ph 03 528 9576.

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

GOLDEN Bay Community Board meeting will meet in Collingwood at 1pm on Monday 11 September at the

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

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TRADES AND SERVICES / Mahi a ratonga SEPTIC TANKS EMPTIED. Ph Shane 027 647 4913.

SEWING SERVICE, NEEDLES, THREADS, WOOL, BEADS. Stitch ‘n Sew ph 525 8177.

STUMP grinding specialist. Tree care and property maintenance.

Ph Carl 027 263 5353.

TĀKAKA Garden Services, for all your lawn and garden needs.

Ph 027 525 8006 or 525 8806.

TEST and tag, your place or mine. Ph Marina 027 454 9443.

TG Couriers, delivering between Golden Bay and Nelson five

days a week. Ph 027 717 7188.

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

HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora 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.

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?

Make an appointment appointment with Make an with me,me, or book book online, removal. or online,for forwax wax removal.

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

CLEARMY MYEARS EARS CLEAR

LOLLY Dadley-Moore. Biodynamic craniosacral therapy, aromatherapy, professional supervision. Ph 027 338 9504, Ear wax removal Ear wax removal inbodyhealth.co.nz 027 255 0570 MASSAGE AND REIKI. Emma Sutherland (Ameliorate). 027 255 0570 First one-hour treatment - $45 for GB locals. www.ameliorate.nz. Ph 027 487 2639.

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

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

WINDOW cleaning. Ph Willem 022 134 1726.

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

GOLDEN BAY ORGANICS

Erica van Sint Annaland Physiotherapy

- Fresh Produce - Natural Health Products - Bulk Foods - Housekeeping Products

Phone 027 776 6111 for an appointment

Mon, Tues, Wed at Golden Bay Community Health Thursdays in Collingwood

goldenbaycarpetcleaners@gmail.com

Ben and Ashleigh James

Carpets  Cars  Motorhomes  Upholstery

021 987 671

525 8677

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

Rachael - 022 637 0497 I goldenbayhypnotherapy.com

Chiropractor Inga Schmidt

MSc (Chiro), DC, MNZCA

021 180 7789

Golden Bay Health Centre, 12 Motupipi St

www.healthfocus.co.nz ACC registered

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

Your Lo c a l Trusted Sparkys New Homes Renovations Commercial Solar & Batteries Lighting Heating

O FF I C E @ JA Z Z ELECTRICS .CO .NZ P H O N E 0204 0233 331

OFFICE@JA Z Z EL ECTRICS.CO.NZ 0204 0233 331

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

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HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora

PROPERTY AVAILABLE / Rawa watea

PROPERTY WANTED / Rawa hiahia

TO rent, three-bedroom house plus sleepout and shed, in town. Beautiful old villa plus large garden. Non smoking. $500/ week. Ph 027 412 7176.

SEEKING secure parking Pakawau area for EV. Ability to charge helpful. Ph 027 645 9378.

SITUATIONS VACANT / Tūranga wātea

SITUATIONS VACANT / Tūranga wātea

Support Worker/Coach

Start as casual 16 hours (+ sleepovers & weekends)

Veterinary Clinic Receptionist

H ealing with Grac e &

The Rural Service Centre is a local, farmer owned co-operative consisting of a Veterinary Clinic and Country Store, based in Takaka, Golden Bay. Our primary focus is on providing our members and customers with a comprehensive range of products and services.

We are an independent local business that has a strong focus on supporting the Golden Bay community.

Our mixed practice Vet Clinic is looking for a new team member to join our friendly RSC family. This position is part-time, 32 hours per week.

Key attributes we are looking for are:

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A positive attitude, can-do approach A team player Excellent communication skills, both telephone and in person Ability to thrive in an often-challenging work environment High level attention to detail A good level of computer literacy will be essential

Some understanding or experience of farming and owning or looking after pets would be an advantage but is not essential.

H e al ing with G rac e

To apply for this position, please mail your CV with a covering letter to Vanessa Harwood at the Rural Service Centre clinic.manager@rsc.co.nz.

Applications close Wednesday 20th 2023

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

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: H R @ tw m. 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

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Customer Services Officer SITUATIONS VACANT / Tūranga wātea Takaka Hospice Shop

FIXED TERM ASSISTANT SHOP MANAGER For over 30 years Nelson Tasman Hospice has been a part of our community, providing compassionate palliative care to patients and whanau. Our vision is “To Care Always”, and our shops play a key fundraising role, ensuring we deliver on that vision.

Our Takaka store is looking for a passionate and energetic part-time Assistant Manager over the busy summer period.

This position is fixed term, start date as soon as possible up to the end of March 2024. The hours will be 20 per week, as per the 7 day a week roster. You must be able to work weekends and over the Christmas, New Year holiday period. It would be ideal if you had the flexibility to work additional hours to provide cover, as required.

No two days will be the same in this role. From coordinating volunteers to sorting, pricing and preparing donations for sale to merchandising the store, handling customer queries and answering the phone this is a dynamic role which will require energy, enthusiasm and an eye for detail.

Ideally you will have some previous charity shop or retail experience, however most important is that you’re a team player, with strong communication skills who is willing to learn. Full training will be given.

Dealing with the public on a daily basis, you will represent the Hospice with pride, and will be aligned to our core value; Respect and Dignity, Advocacy, Compassion, Quality, and Trust.

So if you’re energetic, friendly, and keen to be join a respected organisation making a difference in your community, apply now!

A full copy of the Job Description and instructions to make your application go to our website or employment app. https://nth.prolorus.app/vacancies Applications will be open until we fill this role, however we will commence interviews as soon as suitable applications are received.

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Part time - 9.30am to 3.00pm, Monday to Friday Takaka Service Centre • Are you a Customer Services super-star?

• Here is your chance to be the face and voice of Tasman District Council and broaden your customer service skills • Base salary plus 6.2% benefits package plus health insurance and your birthday off A typical day: If you love variety this job will suit you. You can be front of house greeting somebody one minute, cash receipting the next, working on the phones, helping customers with difficult queries, or responding to emails.

There is also the chance to broaden your horizons as you continue your career in our Service Centre working on the AA counter and producing Land Information Memorandum.

There is a lot to learn, and we provide comprehensive on-the-job training.

Things you will be proud of: You will be proud of providing a high quality, professional response and adding value when answering customers enquiries.

The boxes you will need to tick: You will be energetic, enthusiastic, and committed to providing customer service excellence.

Experience in a similar customer service environment or AA role would be a distinct advantage.

Being calm under pressure with good problem-solving skills will be the key to success in this position, along with your sharp and well-honed computer skills.

The Rewards At Council we offer: • A supportive culture within a fun and professional team.

• A unique benefits package that you can customise to your preferences, with a selection of extra leave, cash pay-out and additional superannuation contributions • Health insurance • A day off on your birthday!

Great things are happening in the Tasman District - come and join our team! Tasman District Council - Home If this sounds like you, apply now!

You can view the full details, and submit your application online at careers.tasman.govt.nz/Vacancies or for more information contact the People and Wellbeing Team on Ph. 03 543 8988 Ref. 6428999 Applications close 13 September 2023

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EATING OUT / Kai wahi kē

UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere

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

THE MUSSEL INN. Open 7 days from 11am.

DAIRY heifers/weaned calves grazing available. Ph 027 689 4769.

TOTOS CAFÉ & PIZZERIA. Open Sundays, weather permitting, 11am-4pm. Ph 03 970 7934, totoscafegallery@gmail.com

TUESDAY 12 SEPTEMBER

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

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

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

CHURCH SERVICES ON SUNDAYS

FIREWOOD: old man pine and hot mixes available.

Un-seasoned, ready for burning next winter.

Ph Cass McKnight 027 345 4626

GARAGE SALES GARAGE sale. Furniture, clothing, books, TV, toys, lego, outdoor plants, electronic keyboards and much more. Also workshop/farming equipment: 2018 Honda Fourtrax TRX420, new Hansa C7 chipper, saw bench, lathe, quad bike sprayer, farm gates, Honda water pump, electric fence units, tools, calf feeders, 300l water trough and more. 15 Tukurua Road, Saturday and Sunday 10am onwards.

GARAGE sale. Saturday 9 September, 9am-2pm, 76 Bishop Road, Parapara. All sorts from combining two houselots.

Working older oven, drink cooler, tall wee drawers, good queen mattress, wooden bassinet, TV, heater, old stretchers, linen, kitchen bits, etc.

EATING OUT / Kai wahi kē ANATOKI SALMON fishing and café. Catch your own lunch or order from the menu. Open every day from 9am-5pm. www. anatokisalmon.co.nz COLLINGWOOD TAVERN. Open 7 days, 11am till late.

Catering and large group bookings available. Ph 524 8160.

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 – 10 and 24 September; traditional services (with a speaker) held on alternate fortnights – 3 and 17 September.

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.

“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.”

Psalm 23:1

Weekly Sunday Services at 10am

Takaka Church of Christ

Next evening service 24th Sept at 7pm All Welcome

Pastor: Rodney Watson 0275 114 266

93 Commercial St, Takaka. www.godunlimited.org

Kahurangi Christian Church Sunday 10 September, 10:30am Onekaka Hall All welcome

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

Final Saturday curry night this weekend, 5-7.30pm, to avoid disappointment bookings recommended. Saturday pizza nights start 30 September. Ph 524 8194.

UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere

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

FRIDAY 8 SEPTEMBER

DE-LISH DELICATESSEN. Sumptuous, delicious food.

Lunches, catering, coffee, chocolate, cheeses and epicure items. Weekdays from 6.30am. Ph 525 7111.

GOOD AS GOLD CAFÉ, Tākaka. Open Monday-Friday, 7am4.30pm. Ph 525 8193.

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.

Wednesday-Monday, 8.30am-4pm. Closed Tuesdays. Ph 03 970 3992. Weekend pizza special this Saturday and Sunday only.

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

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Contact Robin Swafford, 022 604 9678

BADMINTON, REC PARK CENTRE, 7.30-9.30pm. All welcome.

Ph Kerry 525 7007.

STARTS TODAY! Monday-Wednesday-Friday-ongoing, 1011am. Morning Movement Ritual, slow stretch exercise, on floor, bring mat. The church hall, Tasman St, Collingwood.

Donation $5 minimum. Ph Kathy Lunzman 027 495 2080.

SUNDAY 10 SEPTEMBER COME TO THE DANCING BRUSH EXPERIENCE. 11am-2pm, Senior Citizens' Hall (back of stone church), Commercial St, Tākaka. Become the brush, your mission is to listen and follow.

No experience necessary. Bring: a journal, brushes (optional), $45. Contribution. Please pre-register with Kathy Lunzman 027 495 2080. Thank you.

GB WEEKLY DEADLINE: noon on Tuesdays. Stitch ‘n Sew is our agent in Tākaka. Or you can email us: admin@gbweekly. co.nz or phone us 027 525 8679.

WEDNESDAY 13 SEPTEMBER ONEKAKA PLAYGROUP, all welcome, Wednesdays 10am12.30pm, Onekaka Hall.

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

THURSDAY 14 SEPTEMBER GOLDEN BAY SENIOR CITIZENS MEETING, 2pm. Speaker: Mr Paul Sangster.

THE BIG LATCH ON MOHUA, 10-11.30am, Wholemeal Café.

Raising awareness for breastfeeding mamas in Golden Bay. Pregnant and breastfeeding women and their supporters are welcome. Ph Callie 027 290 5220.

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

FRIDAY 15 SEPTEMBER “TEA AND TALK”, Old School Café 10.30am. Tea and coffee no charge. All welcome. Ph Joyce 524 8364.

LATER EVENTS TENNIS OPEN DAY. Park Avenue, Saturday 16 September.

Gear and coaching provided. Come and have a go! Please see our advert on page 18.

THE PINK HAMMER. Season runs 5 -14 October. Tickets $20 Stitch ‘n Sew.

UPCOMING GIGS & EVENTS...

FRIDAY 8TH SEPTEMBER

ROOTS ‘N’ FRUITS REGGAE GALANJAH SELECTION

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UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere Invitation to all maize and silage users

“Voices from the Fox”

U3A welcomes Nigel Costley, author of Teak and Tide, a history of the ship Edwin Fox, now on public display in Picton. Nigel will tell us stories of the characters associated with it and the astonishing varied career of the boat itself, and how it was narrowly saved from destruction.

Senior Citizens’ Hall, Friday 22 September, 10.30am

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All welcome. Non-members a gold coin please. Supported with funding from TDC Community Grant.

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2:00 Fashion Parade (see website for details) 3:30 Westwood: Punk, Icon, Activist (M) 7:30 Women’s Adventure Film Tour 2023 (G) $20/$15 Sunday 10th 4:30 The Ladykillers (G) Classic Cinema 7:30 The Miracle Club (PG) Final Wednesday 13th

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5:30 Barbie (PG)

Helping grow the country

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** SEATS ARE LIMITED, RSVP ONLY **

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The Mussel Inn

GOLDEN BAY TENNIS CLUB

OPEN DAY

SATURDAY - SEPT 16 2023 (RAINY DAY 17.9) FREE COACHING TIMES: 9.00am - 'Red Level' - ages: 5-7 years old 10.00am - 'Orange Level' - ages: 8-10 years 11.00am - 'Green Level' - ages: 11-12 years old 12.00 - Teens 1.30pm - Adults GOLDEN

- FREE BBQ - GEAR PROVIDED -

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12th September, 7.30pm

Tackling the Barriers to Real Climate Action

Thu 14th QUIZ - 7.30pm. All welcome.

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

Wed 20th AUSTEN FOUND - The Undiscovered Musicals of Jane Austen - an entirely improvised musical. $20 tickets @ eventfinda, $25 on the door.

Thu 21st ACID ON THE MICROPHONE. Feature story teller IAN BROWN. Sat 23rd alanjahjah en der eaggerlings. $10 door.

Wed 27th FIONA PEARS TRIO – tickets @ eventfinda.

Thu 28th QUIZ - 7.30pm. All welcome.

OCTOBER Sun 1st

DON MCGLASHEN - Take it to the bridge tour - SOLD OUT

Sat 7th

JULIAN TEMPLE BAND. $10 door.

Sun 8th

ANIKA MOA - SOLD OUT

Wed 11th LE MER - French Café, $20 door.

For more details see www.musselinn.co.nz

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Senior Citizens Hall, Takaka

Coming Up...

Tākaka Library celebrates

Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori Māori Language Week with Te Ataarangi ki Te Tauihu o Te Waka-āMāui

With

A Talk by Steve Abel

Steve Abel is an Environmental Activist, Senior Campaigner for Greenpeace and a Green Party Candidate for New Lynn.

Koha Entry, Talk followed by Q & A.

Nau mai, haere mai Informal kōrero Māori space, beginners welcome

Monday 11 September 10.30-12.00 www.tereomaori.org

TICKETS & SCHEDULES AT UNLIMITED COPIES MON- FRI ONLY

Kids $10, Adults $15

For more info: facebook.com/DramaLabNZ

Auth Miriam Ross. Level 5, 108 The Terrace, Wellington

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Paddy’s Big Catch

School holiday childcare at Tess' Place

at Cockle McDonald’s Farm by the Sea.

(a whitebaiting story set on the Aorere River)

Written by Juliet Cooper with illustrations by Mike Howell

A viewing & signed books will be available I look forward to sharing - at The Courthouse Café

Wednesday 20 September from 1-3pm

• • •

On both weeks of the school holidays (not Mondays).

Tess the Clown day on 26 September.

Aged four up.

St Cuthbert’s Anglican Church, Collingwood

Tess' Place feedback "My kids LOVE going to Tess' Place... They always have a smile on their face and are full of great stories about what they've been up to, and they always ask if they can go back again the next day." - Amy

is celebrating its

150th anniversary

Contact Tess James on 027 362 5598, tess.james@xtra.co.nz

on 22nd October 2023 (Labour Weekend) Bishop Steve Maina will preach at a thanksgiving service in the church commencing at 10.30am, followed by lunch & reminiscences in the hall.

Anyone in the community interested in joining us please register by calling/texting 020 4165 4596 by 20th September.

MEET THE CANDIDATES Sunday 1 October

2.30pm: Collingwood Area School Hall and 7pm: Senior Citizens’ Hall, Commercial St, Tākaka

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Tea & & Talk Talk Tea Tea Tea & & Talk Talk All Welcome Welcome _______________________________________________ All _______________________________________________ For people 65+ All Welcome _______________________________________________ For people 65+ All Welcome _______________________________________________ For people 65+

Programmes to listen out for: Lyrical Lounge

Kawana Hemi presents some of his favorite Hip-Hop and RnB, along with other sweet tunes from the last 40 years. Lyrical Lounge is taking a break, but we hope to see Kawana returning to Fresh FM soon.

For people 65+

Inspired by and sourced from Golden Bay & Top of the South.

20 seats 2 chefs 8+ dishes 6+ wines

Majesty of Darkness

A selection of the finest Heavy Metal, presented

by His Majesty of Darkness. Airs Friday nights at 8:00 with a new episode every 2 weeks.

Become a Friend of Fresh

Friday 15th September, 20th October, Friday 15th September, 20th October, 17th15th November, 15th20th December Friday September, October, 17th15th November, 15th 20th December Friday September, October, 17th November, 15th December 10.30am -11.30am 10.30am -11.30am 17th November, 15th December -11.30am Old10.30am School Café , Pakawau Old 10.30am School Café , Pakawau -11.30am Hosted by Rural Women Old School Café , Pakawau Hosted byCafé Rural Women Old School , Pakawau At participants cost Hosted

by Ruralown Women

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7th & 6th October The Flower Shed

- Fresh FM, the Top of The South’s Community Access Radio Station, is supported by our generous funders, and the local businesses who sponsor the great shows created right here in our Fresh FM studio’s. You can help keep this local asset on air by joining our supporters club, Friends of Fresh. For just $30 a year you can directly contribute to the running costs of this not for profit station and put yourself into the draw for some great prizes. Head to our website, www.freshfm.net and click Become a Supporter

At participants own cost Hosted

by Ruralown Women At participants cost At participants own costWomen Proudly brought to you by Rural Proudly to you

by Rural Women and brought Age Concern Nelson Tasman Proudly brought to you

by Rural Women and Age Concern Nelson Tasman Proudly brought to you

by Rural Women and Age Concern Nelson Tasman For more information please contact Joyce Wyllie on 03 5248364 andplease Age contact Concern Nelson For more information Joyce WyllieTasman on 03 5248364

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TAKAKA FUELS & FISHING

GOLDEN BAY WEATHER FORECAST Valid from Friday 8 until Tuesday 12 September Friday: Light winds. Fine and becoming warm for a time in the afternoon.

Saturday: Light winds gradually tending northerly. Fine at first but high cloud increasing from afternoon.

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Monday: Northerlies with rain soon easing to a few showers and fine breaks as winds tend lighter westerly.

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Tuesday: West to southwest winds, strong and gusty west and northwest of Parapara. Snow showers over Kahurangi, and briefly the Takaka Hill, but just the odd shower elsewhere.

Sollys Contractors are proud sponsors of this weather forecast.

Enquiries phone: 03 525 9843

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Asking Price $575,000

Offers Over $395,000 A Rare Find In The Country...

Where The Grass is Greener

Located near the historic Bainham Store, this property has had Located 6 mins from Takaka Township, over the Kotinga bridge you substantial renovation. The home has three bedrooms, an open plan will find this generous 8,684m2 rural block. So, what would you do kitchen, dining and a large lounge heated by a wood fire. With some here? This is an opportunity to own a generous sized freehold block and secure it for future generations - so put the wheels in motion now. TLC, you will have a lovely home. With 2,169m2 there’s plenty of scope to live off the land. Plus, there’s a small paddock for a few Grab your gumboots and get in touch we would love sheep. Contact me to arrange a viewing and for further details to show you around. on this neat rural property.

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

James Mackay 027 359 0892 james@goldenbayproperty.com

CLIFTON, 648 Abel Tasman Drive

TAKAKA, 29 Rototai Road

You heard it here first – 1.2Ha of land, a solid home, multiple sheds & fenced 2 paddocks, all within a safe 1.2 Ha walk to Pohara Beach. Do not let this once in a lifetime 2 opportunity pass you by. We can picture your family here!

Call us to arrange a private viewing and for all the info.

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GOLDEN BAY LIFE-STYLER

Paul McConnon 027 504 2872

Contact Agent Jana McConnon 021 245 2197

Offered for sale are these five generously sized blocks in Pohara. What a great location, close to the Beach but also room for the horse or some sheep; the best of both worlds. Yes, some of the land is low lying, bring your imagination as to what you could do with it! Give me a call today.

FIVE LARGE TITLES READY TO GO! +$1,300,000 GST (if any) James Mackay 027 359 0892

POHARA, Abel Tasman Drive

POHARA, 93 Selwyn Street 2 1 853 1

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Close To School & Town

Paul McConnon 027 504 2872

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

Deadline Sale (NSP) 20.09.23 1pm

Embrace the convenience of this three-bedroom 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 plus two bathrooms. There is a good-sized garden with a rural aspect at the back. Come to the open home & start the process of making this property your home.

Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840 belinda@goldenbayproperty.com

TAKAKA, 42 Meihana Street 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 SUN 10TH 12:30-1:00PM in touch today.

CUTE TOWN HOUSE

3 1 809 1

Great location, close to town and schools with a stunning rural outlook. Open plan living area which opens out to the back patio, a great place to entertain. The cosy bedrooms have built in wardrobes. Outside there are garden beds to grow your own produce. Come along to my open home.

$655,000 Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840

TAKAKA, 3 Denton Way

POHARA, 17 Pohutukawa Place

Sharon McConnon Sales Manager 027 525 8255

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Paul McConnon Salesperson 027 504 2872

James Mackay Principal/AREINZ BCom 027 359 0892

Belinda J Barnes Agent/AREINZ 021 236 2840

Jana McConnon Salesperson 021 245 2197

Mickayla Ormsby Salesperson 027 297 8477

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