The GB Weekly - 29 September 2023

Celebrating GB Community Health

Golden Bay Community Health celebrated its tenth birthday in style last Saturday.

Proceedings began with a dawn unveiling of a carved waharoa (entranceway) featuring a new kōwhaiwhai pattern gifted by Manawhenua ki Mohua (MKM), and the repositioning of the mauri stone to the patients’ waiting room.

In the early afternoon, as the 150 or so guests arrived, many paused to listen to Tākaka Citizens Band before passing through the

waharoa and into the main building.

Plans for an outdoor garden party were thwarted by the weather but nobody seemed to mind as they took their seats in the waiting room and along the full length of the main corridor.

At 2pm, MKM matua Harvey Ruru got the party started by wishing happy birthday to “the beautiful community hospital” and leading the congregation in a rendition of “Happy Birthday” in te reo.

Golden Bay Community Health (GBCH)

general manger Ruth Robson began her address by acknowledging MKM for their gift of the entranceway, before welcoming “official guests and those who have contributed to what we have here”.

Paying tribute to her predecessors Rhoda McDonald and Linzi Birmingham, Ruth said there was “a lot to celebrate” and acknowledged the “vision of the community 15 years ago”, who saw the need for an integrated health facility. GBCH, she explained, now employs 120 people, and offers round-

the-clock whole life care to the community on one site. “Golden Bay is served better than many rural communities.”

In the spirit of the day, the gifts kept coming; Ruth explained that GBCH would shortly unwrap a new X-ray machine, which would provide an enhanced diagnostic capability and eliminate the need for patients with suspected broken bones to travel over the Hill. The announcement received a spontaneous round of applause.

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Getting the party started: Volunteer gardener Tui Boyes cuts the birthday cake at the Golden Bay Community Health celebration last Saturday. Photo: Jo Richards.

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Network Tasman is pleased to announce its consumers will receive a discount on their next power bill.

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JO RICHARDS

It wasn’t until she retired from full-time farming that Juliet Cooper began a new career as an author. But she’s making up for lost time; the writer has just released her third children’s book, which she launched in Golden Bay – at Collingwood Area School and the Courthouse Café – last week.

Titled Paddy’s Big Catch, the generously illustrated story is about whitebaiting on the Aorere River. Juliet says “the seeds were sown” during the five years she and husband John lived in Golden Bay, following three decades on their Awatere Valley farm.

$6.8m of discounts to be paid to consumers

Network Tasman will pay consumers a total of $6.8m in discounts off their next power bill. Consumer ownership and a focus on cost efficiency have enabled Network Tasman to pay $230 million of discounts to consumers in the region since the discount scheme’s inception in 1994.

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Juliet’s publications all demonstrate a sound “write what you know” approach to writing. Each of her three books – Penguins Under the Floor, Mr Whiskers, and Paddy’s Big Catch – are informed by personal experience and have a strong sense of location. “They’re based on true stories with a bit of humour,” says Juliet.

The author’s words are skillfully complemented by Mike Howell’s artwork. “He’s very clever at interpreting the text into pictures,” says Juliet. “He works with digital imagery. The illustrations are

based on reality – photos, memoirs, and old journals.” It’s a partnership that clearly works. “We have a very amicable way of working together; we’ve both got the same sense of humour and both a bit quirky.”

As well as being fun and entertaining, Juliet says it is important for her stories to have a moral dimension. “The message in the penguin story is about the fledgling chicks rafting up at sea and looking after their friends from along the beach. The message in the Mr Whiskers

story are values and sayings from the old days… And the message in Paddy’s Big Catch is about ‘Dad and me’ one-to-one time and sharing when we have more than we need.”

Juliet already has plans for a couple of new books as she continues to pursue her love of putting pen to paper. “It’s been a wonderful journey.”

Paddy’s Big Catch and Juliet’s other titles are available from local bookshops or www. julietcooper.co.nz. Cost $25.

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Juliet Cooper with her new book at the Courthouse Café. Photo: Jo Richards.

Four women, one man, and a shed

It is time for an end-of-winter night out and a bit of Kiwi comedy at the Tākaka Playhouse, with The Pink Hammer

The Pink Hammer is a comedy written by New Zealand playwright Michele Amas. Set in Palmerston North, the storyline follows four women attending a workshop to learn carpentry skills – only to turn up “and find that their pioneering female tutor has vamoosed”, explains director Zara Lavanchy. Instead, the women end up in a “man shed” with Woody, an out of work, disgruntled builder, who they manage to blackmail into teaching them the tricks of the trade.

“Not to give it away,” says Zara, “but the ending is a bit of a shock and unexpected. I can guarantee that there is going to be a lot of laughs and we would love to have the support of our community to come along and watch.”

Zara tells The GB Weekly that the play nearly didn’t come together, “because a lead role was required, and we couldn’t find

anyone. However, with clever shuffling of roles and crew and some short notice line-learning, we [now] have a full cast.” The cast and crew comprise five actors and six behind-the-scenes roles.

Zara took on the directorship to ensure she wasn’t “sitting isolated at home over winter”. She notes that it is a new(ish) team on board, with “two folk new to the stage, and one new to the crew. Often new members join up to meet other people in the community and there is always room for anyone to be involved in Tākaka drama/theatre as there are lots of roles both on and offstage. We really need an influx of folk to both watch and join in.”

The Pink Hammer, at The Playhouse, Park Avenue, Tākaka. 5, 6, 7 October at 7.30pm, Sunday 8 October matinee at 2pm, then 12, 13, 14 October at 7.30pm.

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The cast of The Pink Hammer preparing for six shows, beginning 5 October and running until 14 October. Photo: Rosa Volz.

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More CCTV cameras?

I only just realised that our Community Board (GBCB) have been asked by our police to fund five more CCTV cameras (GBW 18/8). They suggest they are sited at Collingwood’s Tasman Street, the Bainham/Pakawau turn off, GBHS corner, Pōhara tennis courts and Motupipi Street car park.

The police say that the board could fund them/help fund them from the GBCB Special Projects Fund.

I ask the board to actually consult the Golden Bay community and find out if people want the five new cameras or the upgrade to two of the current ones, and then represent those views in their response to the police.

Maybe there are other more worthy special projects that our money could go to...that we are clamouring for. How about mending the boat jetty in Collingwood?...which is completely unusable.

No taxation without representation, please!

Understanding MMP

Nicola Basham

Apologies in advance if everyone already understands how MMP works. I hope this letter is allowed and helps clarify some confusion out there about party votes. It’s really important because party votes ultimately decide the number of seats each party gets in parliament. Firstly, electoral votes: most of us like to give our electoral vote to the person we want to represent us. However, do we understand the consequences of giving our party vote to a party that doesn’t win a seat or get five per cent of the party vote nationwide? When that happens our vote gets divided among the other parties instead. A bit here, a bit there. Importantly the parties with the most overall votes get most of our vote. On current polling, most of our party vote would be given to a National, ACT, NZ First coalition. That may be our preference. If that’s not what we want, we need to give our party vote to a different party who is definitely going to get at least one electorate seat or five per cent of the party vote. Currently our options include Te Pāti Māori, the Greens and Labour.

Liz Byrne

Shedding light on emotional abuse

As I write this, it is the final day of Mental Health Awareness Week, and it seems timely to address and shed light on a topic that is often overlooked, yet one of many significant contributors to the demise of mental health...emotional abuse. Emotional abuse is often misunderstood or downplayed as its impact is not immediately visible. Victims may find it challenging to articulate their experiences, as emotional abuse frequently manifests as subtle manipulation, psychological control, humiliation or degradation.

It primarily affects an individuals mental and emotional

well-being, leaving invisible scars that are difficult to quantify and present, yet carried and bared none the less. A lack of understanding and empathy can keep us trapped in an unwillingness to address this at a legal level.

Never the less, it is crucial that we recognise the gravity of emotional abuse.

It can have severe long term consequences on the victims' emotional well-being, mental health, and overall quality of life. Emotional abuse leaves psychological wounds that may take years of therapy and support to heal.

Sharma Campbell

Respect in local democracy

I draw attention to Rosemary Callaghan's letter (GBW 22/9) "Respect democratic institutions and processes".

Her main issue was that staff in both NCC and TDC are subject to considerable abuse from some sectors of the community. I can say that when dealing with some staff I have found they were arrogant, failed to listen to my side of an issue, and treated me with disdain. Their attitude is "we know more than you".

Some forget they are public servants (by their free choice) and forget the definition of "servant". They are there to serve us.

Though we live in a democracy, human failings will lead to confrontation between staff and ratepayers. I have experienced even bullying from certain staff.

We elect councilors to represent us. To prevent confrontation with staff it is wise to delegate issues and place them in the hands of our councillors. This is a fuse breaker and reduces the risk of abuse between staff and ratepayers. Our elected representatives are also "our servants," which is an equilibrium for peaceful discussions and solutions to opposing vexatious issues.

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since it’s not really a party but a nest for one man’s opinions.

It’s best not to waste energy being negative about things you can’t do anything about – be positive and go with the RHP. They’re unlikely to get representation in parliament but you’ll feel vindicated that at least you haven’t had to compromise your self esteem supporting any of the current scurvy options.

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For the many, not the few

If we value our community and the natural environment we need to vote for the parties that represent the interests of the majority of us, not the parties that represent the wealthy few.

The Act and National parties recently had unprecedented amounts of money donated by rich New Zealanders, eg billionaire Graeme Hart who has over $9 billion and gave $700,000 to both those parties.

Those making the “donations” seem to be alarmed at an increase in the minium wage to $22.70 an hour; and a move toward the Living Wage of $26.00 an hour made by the current government over the last six years. These wage increases may seem somewhat inadequate in the face of a worldwide cost of living increase, however even these advances will be negated by the Act and National parties if they were to get into power.

Act and National have always had a hostile approach to improving wages for working people. They also propose negative changes and cuts to the public services that support a fairer and safer society. Despite their negative messaging, the NZ economy has performed reasonably well, with a AAA and AA+ ratings.

The climate crisis does not seem to rate with them either,

with a withdrawal of the EV rebate and a raid on the Emissions Trading Scheme to prop up some of their tax cuts that favour rich landlords. The very wealthy few are expecting a return on their investment with the politics of greed which will pose a significant cost on the rest of us.

Green, Labour and Te Pati Māori provide better polices for the majority of us.

Mike Cunliffe

Trashing the "bag tax"

Apparently I'm wrong about the price of rubbish bags as I've been told that at the council office they're $19.20 for four yellow bags and $20.50 for five white bags.

What my rant about being ripped off really shows is how little I trust them to be honest in their dealings with ratepayers.

Gary Thorpe

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As spring comes into full swing, we at Fertile Ground are preparing for kūmara planting, one of the staple carbohydrate crops we grow.

Kūmara slips have been sprouting madly in boxes in the hothouse since mid-August. Last season's best kūmara were placed into deep old bee boxes, half-filled with compost and river sand. They were kept moist but not wet on a shelf in the hothouse for maximum heat, to encourage sprouting. Once sprouts (slips) are 15 to 20cm long, they are removed and placed in another box filled with compost to grow more before planting.

warming. This year is warmer than usual so we will likely start planting before Labour Weekend. In a 1.2-metre-wide bed, we stagger-plant slips 30cm apart down the bed in two rows (50cm apart), facing northwards. Strip irrigation is laid out in two lines to make ongoing watering easy during the growing season. Once watered well, a cloche is put on to assist early growth and protect beds from being scratched by birds, especially pesky wekas.

Every two weeks, the kūmara plants are liquid-fed with fish, seaweed, and weed brews, to boost growth. Other than this, there is minimal care required, as mulch deals with weeds. The growing runners are flipped over themselves to stop them rooting. This ensures the kūmara tubers develop below the main crown and not in the pathways.

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Two rows of six beds have been prepared. This involved chopping down winter regenerative blend green crops in August. Compost and blood and bone (usually use fishmeal) are added, along with a topping of red clover straw mulch. Experience has proven that kūmara does best following green crops. The soil is a fertile silt loam over a heavier subsoil. The nutrient-rich topsoil produces good quantities of kūmara tubers that don’t penetrate the firmer subsoil. Those on poorer soils will need to add good amounts of mature compost or manure, minerals, and potentially sand to aid drainage.

Harvest depends somewhat on how warm the summer has been, but usually at the end of April. Tops are pulled backwards down the bed, ripping them away from the submerged tubers, which then get carefully forked out. Tubers are left on the soil in the sun for the day, then sorted: damaged ones for early eating, and the rest put in the warm, humid hothouse to cure well. After a few days, store in shredded newspaper in a warm, dark place. Before August, the best tubers are used to propagate the next slips to seed the next growing season. Buxton

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Vegetable care: Plant warm-loving crops like capsicums into weed mat mulched beds.

Sow successions of crops like salads, carrots, and French beans. Keep tying up broad beans and tip to encourage fruiting. Lightly till root beds to deter cutworms, etc. Remove slugs and snails hidden under stones or wood. Spray Bt on Brassicas weekly.

Liquid-fertilise growing seedlings with nitrogenous brews. Keep mounding/mulching potatoes and yams.

Sow summer green manures into vacant, less fertile beds. Train cucumbers, beans, and tomatoes up poles or strings. Finish eating asparagus, then feed with compost and mulch.

Stake fronds.

Spray with garlic and pyrethrum or chili/soap on pest infestations, eg aphid.

Hothouse: Continue propagating. Plant flowers and herbs for diversity. Remove bottom leaves on tomatoes and cucumbers and train. Water and ventilate well.

Sow for transplanting: All seeds 5 and 25 November. Leeks, spring onions, and leafy greens (celery, spinach, spinach beet, silver beet, lettuce, endive, cabbages, kale, cauliflower, broccoli, Brussels sprouts) (14-15 Nov). Flowers, eg calliopsis (3 Nov).

Sow direct: All seeds 5 and 25 November. Salads, spring onions (14-15 Nov). Corn, zucchini, pumpkin/squash, and cucumbers, French and climbing beans, and peas (8 and 17 Nov). Carrots, beetroot, radish, parsnip (9-12 Nov). Flowers, eg cornflower (3 Nov).

Plant: Best 1 and 18-30 November. Salad greens, spinach,

cabbages, cauliflower, broccoli, tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, eggplants, zucchini, pumpkins, yams, kūmara, and main potatoes. Flowers, eg rhubarb.

Avoid gardening on 13 Nov (black moon) and 27 Nov (full moon).

Herb care:

Harvest perennial herbs for drying.

Plant both annual and perennial herbs. Direct sow herbs like basil and coriander. Keep weeded. Mulch.

Fruit care: Harvest citrus.

Thin damaged, diseased, or smaller fruit to two max in clusters, for larger healthier fruit.

Plant/prune subtropicals.

Divide and plant comfrey root around fruit trees or borders. Prune grapes back to five leaves after the fruit bunch. Foliar-feed fruits with seaweed liquid especially. Spray garlic and pyrethrum and/or neem oil on apples, feijoas, etc vs bronze beetle and woolly apple aphid.

Spray Madex and put out pheromone traps around pipfruit vs moth pests.

Incert trichodowels (vinevax) for silverleaf fungus, especially stone fruit.

General garden care: Mulch mow lawns. Add lime/dolomite. Make and turn compost.

Prune perennials and shrubs after flowering, eg Camellia. Check and set up irrigation. Collect rainwater.

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Students harvesting kūmara in April at Fertile Ground. Photo: Sol Morgan.

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SUSTAINABLE GOLDEN BAYHUI2023 ATTHE SLC IN TAKAKA

Dinner and Movie on Saturday the 7th of October

A wholesome delicious dinner will be served at the SLC at 6 pm.

Afterwards we will watch the documentaries ‘Toitū Te Whenua’ (2022) and the community preview of ‘The Unseen’ (2023), a 25-minute cinematic exploration of Te Waikoropupū springs. These documentaries shine light on the state of our water in Aotearoa.

The Sustainable Golden Bay Hui is one of our annual community events, now in it’s 7th year. It's an incredible oppurtunity to share in the knowledge of the community and focus on the needs of Golden Bay, creating a sustainable environment in which we can all share.

Schedule : 7th and 8th of October

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‘Water quality in Golden Bay: the impact and how to safeguard’

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Water Quality in Golden Bay/Mohua: ‘Where are we at?’ with CJ Webster from TDC

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Morning tea at the SLC cafe

Impact of new legislation on small private drinking water supplies by Marcus Hyde-Hills from Safe Supply Limited

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Domestic greywater systems with Frank van der Plas

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Panel discussion about ‘Water quality in Golden Bay, the impact & how to safeguard’

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There will be a Q&A with the filmmaker Tim Firkins and contributor Kevin Moran from ‘Save our Springs’.

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There will be a Q&A with the filmmaker Tim Firkins and contributor Kevin Moran from ‘Save our Springs’.

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Land security in Golden Bay under new upcoming Climate Adaption Law with Barbara Lewando of TDC.

Land share in action initiatives in Tapawera and Motueka with Julie Jacobson

Landshare in action initiatives in Motueka Valley and Golden Bay with Stephan Meijer and James and Cat Alker.

Morning tea at the SLC Cafe

Panel discussion about ‘Landshare: options and benefits’

With representatives of landshare initiatives in Golden Bay and beyond.

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Lunch at the SLC Cafe

Minimizing our waste: Community responsibility in action

Introduction to the new Community Composting Project with Sol Morgan

‘Repair Cafes’ & Maintenance Skill Share possibilities in the Golden Bay: Open Forum with Martine Baanvinger

Living a waste free lifestyle with Annika Korsten

Afternoon tea at the SLC Cafe

Circle discussion: ‘How can Golden Bay take full responsibility to minimize its waste? The first steps…’

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Recaps

Celebrating Golden Bay Community Health

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West Coast-Tasman MP Hon Damien O’Connor then took to the lectern, firstly to acknowledge MKM’s contribution, and then to note that Golden Bay has always been “a place of creativity and innovation”. He said that while the vision for an integrated “one-stop shop” health service had taken some time to work, it had “created a model for the rest of the country”.

Damien was followed by clinical director primary and community care commissioning for Te Whatu Ora Dr Sarah Clark, a rural doctor based in Kaitaia and a champion for rural health provision. “We need to put people back into the centre of healthcare,” said Sarah, who stressed that rural health is a priority.

After a short intermission, during which Golden Bay Choir provided some musical entertainment, Lexie O’Shea from Te Whatu Ora Nelson Marlborough spoke about how the integrated health facility was “a testament to Golden Bay’s close community spirit” and “proof of what we can achieve when we come together with a shared purpose”.

Next to speak were members of GBCH Te Hauora o Mohua Trust, James Mackay, Linda Sanders, and Carolyn McLellan. Carolyn recalled attending a meeting in 2004 “to look at solutions for the community” – the beginning of a vision to create an integrated health facility in the Bay.

Last but not least, official GBCH archivist Neil Wilson recounted the long, and sometimes rocky, road to establishing GBCH, which was navigated with the help of some key individuals. Beginning in the 1990s, Neil talked about the Golden Bay community health group, set up to identify issues and needs, which crucially included Jan Morgan. “Her involvement from that very early stage was the first and perhaps the most important fortunate coincidence.”

Other key players instrumental in forming and realising the vision, said Neil, included John Peters, then-CEO of the NMDHB, who gave his backing to the project; Mary Baigent, who made land available for the building; Dr Struan Clark, who pushed the concept of an integrated service; and Andrew Swanson Dobbs, through his role as CEO of the Nelson Bays Primary Health. Despite widespread support, not everyone had been in favour of the project. “It wasn’t always straightforward,” said Neil. “Some of the public meetings were very difficult.”

Thanks to local builder Alan Clingan, the construction of the new facility came in on budget and on time, but only after the community raised $1 million through numerous events across the Bay – including a highly successful gala dinner. “It was a triumph,” said Neil, “though some people joked later that it was called the Grand Night Out because it cost them a grand.”

Neil closed by highlighting some key themes in his brief history: “Serendipitous coincidences, ripe times, overlapping political and bureaucratic cultures, difficulties and challenges. As in all things, the most important thread is people. People with courage, intelligence, kind-heartedness, determination, and faith in this community… As the old proverb asks: What is the most important thing in the world? It is people, people, people.”

After the singing of a waiata, attendees reassembled at the buffet where tireless volunteer gardener Tui Boyes swapped her garden fork for a kitchen knife to cut the birthday cake and officially open the afternoon tea party. Guests mingled and reminisced over a fine spread put together by the hospital’s award-winning catering team.

Judging by the official speeches and casual conversations held throughout the afternoon, the Golden Bay community and health authorities are clearly proud of what has been achieved and relished the opportunity to celebrate GBCH’s success.

Damien O'Connor said GBCH had “created a model for the rest of the country”. Photos: Jo Richards.

From left, Belinda Barnes, Alice Reilly and Linda Sanders.

Former GBCH manager Linzi Birmingham.

Dr Sarah Clark.

Helen Kingston and Gordon Shaw.

The new carved waharoa (entranceway). Tākaka Citizens Band welcome guests to GBCH.

Margie Little, left, talks to GBCH general manager Ruth Robson. Eric Lander and Damien O'Connor.

Candidates in the hot seat

With just over two weeks to go before election day, the campaign trail is hotting up . Voting starts on Monday 2 October and those enrolled to vote can cast their votes at any official voting place across the country. Those eligible can also enrol at any voting place, even on election day (14 October).

Farrelly - New Zealand First Party

I am Jackie Farrelly, the NZ First Candidate for West Coast Tasman.

25 years ago we moved from Golden Bay to Nelson Creek, near Greymouth, where I now run a small tourism business. I have been involved in various activities in the community including the local community board, the Greymouth Catholic Parish Council, ATC, Guides and school holiday programmes at the Greymouth library.

Sue has been a self-employed lawyer for over 20 years specialising in complex emerging issues, and standing up for small business, farmers and community interests against the establishment. Sue practises in the field of public law, with an emphasis on human rights, resource management law and medico legal matters.

Her work has protected human rights, property rights and promoted

I grew up in the Wairarapa and studied Agricultural Science at Massey University before moving to the Tasman then West Coast to pursue a rural banking career. After getting married, my husband and I continued to work in the agriculture sector in Murchison and then Central Otago, owning shares in veterinary businesses and managing our own sheep and beef farm. We returned

Sebastian Marinkovich - New Zealand Loyal

I am proud to be your NZ Loyal candidate for West Coast-Tasman.

I live in Tasman Village and I love the Top of the South. It's the best part of the best country in the world. The people in our community are amazing. They’re intelligent, genuine and they care.

I am deeply concerned about our country and the direction we are heading. We are seeing irresponsible

Golden Bay is part of the large West Coast-Tasman electorate and this year there are a total of nine candidates standing.

The GB Weekly asked each of the candidates to provide a short profile and these are published below.

Golden Bay Grey Power and Golden Bay Rural Women have

This election to give real hope back to our people, our families and our communities we are defending freedom and democracy, rejecting racist separatism.

Tackling the cost of living crisis, starting with GST off fresh fruit, vegetables, meat, dairy and fish. Creating opportunities for all, partially through our support for our primary industries. For example assisting the development of added

fair, lawful and reasonable outcomes.

Sue has led and won cases in our highest courts. Sue is also well known for her advocacy for medicinal cannabis and hemp, resource allocation, protecting communities against 1080, fluoride and other poisons. Her work has also included negotiating concessions and other rights for tourism operators, challenging governments for unfair laws and decisions including

to the West Coast with our four children to open our independent Veterinary Practice, where I am Practice Manager. When not working, sitting on a committee or the school board, I enjoy running trails with my Labrador. I recently accomplished a 100km ultra-marathon.

I believe in personal responsibility and democracy. Having a big family, I am passionate about children

fiscal management in both central and local government; wastage of funds and resources which is unacceptable especially in the midst of a cost of living crisis.

Our vulnerable cannot afford heating in winter, food at lunch time and people are at risk of losing their homes as our rates and taxes continue to increase.

We need to focus on core services

collaborated to organise two opportunities for the community to meet the candidates: this Sunday, 1 October, 2.30pm at Collingwood Area School Hall, and 7pm at the Senior Citizens' Hall, Commercial Street, Tākaka.

All candidates will deliver a short prepared speech, and there will be time for questions. Questions must

value product manufacturing which creates jobs and increases exports.

Getting tough on crime.

Improving the lives of our seniors. One aspect of that is funding rest homes that care for those who cannot care for themselves.

And, important locally, start a dedicated infrastructure fund to assist with things such as the decline of our roads.

That’s why New Zealand First is

challenging mandates.

Sue has a law degree with honours, and a science double major, in Biochemistry and Microbiology along with a Royal diploma in Public Health Inspection. She has won many awards in law, represented New Zealand in a law competition in Washington DC and wrote a law text on New Zealand Fisheries Law.

Sue is highly respected for her articulate and courageous advocacy

getting a good start in life with a good education foundation. I want New Zealand to be able to offer them and everyone else fair, equal and world-leading opportunities in all facets of life. I think New Zealand should be a great place to live and raise a family. However, as a country, we need fresh thinking to ensure New Zealand remains this great place to live and work. Many Kiwi’s

like mental health and care for our children. We need to return services like banking and hospitals to rural communities.

I have been asked to run as your local candidate for West CoastTasman because I care about people, local businesses, the economy and the environment and I listen. I will truly represent you in Government, I answer only to the communities of

be submitted in writing, either prior to, or at, the meeting. Paper and pens will be available. Questions may be addressed to all candidates or an individual candidate. There will be no questions from the floor. Everyone is warmly invited to take this opportunity to come along and hear what these candidates have to say.

here. We stand for common sense. We hold the system to account. We speak for New Zealanders like you. And we actually deliver on our promises.

If you want to return New Zealand to being the greatest country on Earth, then you know what to do. Party Vote New Zealand First and Let’s Take Back Our Country.

for communities. Sue chaired the public meeting at the Tākaka A&P Showgrounds and negotiated reopening of the Tākaka Hill after the major flooding in Feb 2018.

"It's time to reclaim our future from red tape, bureaucracy, government tentacles and global agendas. It’s time to listen to local voices and celebrate everything that is special about the West Coast Tasman regions," says Sue.

feel as if New Zealand is heading in the wrong direction at the moment. I believe ACT has the people and the policies to help make New Zealand the thriving multicultural island paradise we should be. A party vote for ACT is a vote for real change.

the West Coast and Tasman. I will fight to bring accountability and transparency back to Government. We need the power back to the people.

I look forward to working with you.

Sue Grey - NZ Outdoors & Freedom Party

Jackie

Kelly Lilley - ACT New Zealand

It’s a privilege to be standing again in the West-Coast Tasman electorate.

I’m proud of my record of delivery for our region over the 30 years. I make sure Golden Bay’s voice is heard.

I’m delighted that the tireless efforts of locals to protect Te Waikoropupū springs has been rewarded with the springs receiving a Government Water Conservation Order (WCO), the highest level of

Richard Osmaston - Money Free Party NZ

Money Free Party NZ finds solutions to our dire situation in a completely different perspective. We propose boldly addressing our problems at their root cause; the existence of money itself. The accumulation of currency has inevitably become humanity’s primary objective. Survival becomes impossible without it, and we enter a ‘gold-rush, race to the bottom’ mentality, as we witness. Irrespective

Please cast your party vote with whichever part you wish to lead or support the next government, I am asking only for your electorate vote so that I can represent the people of the Tasman and the West Coast. With an independent in Parliament, our electorate would have an unapologetic champion for our chief concerns without having to answer to hierarchies and head offices in places like Auckland,

My beginnings were humble, growing up in a railway house and enjoying the bush, beach and river as my playground. My involvement in community matters started over 40 years ago. That experience was invaluable as I went on to be elected to the local District Council as a councillor for 6 years, then Mayor for 9 years. My husband and I have a beef and sheep farm in rural West

Kia ora koutou, I’m honoured to represent the Green party in the West Coast Tasman electorate.

I was born in Nelson and enjoyed my childhood on a farm in the Maruia Valley south of Murchison.

For the last 32 years, my wife, Judy and I have called Tasman our home. Together we created the Jester House, a multi-awardwinning café. Our triple bottom

protection.

This allows the Tasman District Council to work in with local land owners to come up with the solutions that will eventually be put in place. The order is a significant start to that process; thanks to everyone that has worked towards this.

On my recent trips over the hill, I’ve been very pleased to see the great progress being made with the $9 million upgrade at Collingwood

of the consequences.

Considering our capacity today to produce the things we need, our knowledge and understanding of humanity, nature and the biosphere, we may have reached a point in evolution where we could operate in a truly civilised way.

By civilised, we mean sustainably, cooperatively, and without competition, exploitation, strife and misery. All of which originate in

Wellington, and Christchurch, where political tides often relegate towns like Collingwood, Tākaka, Motueka, and others all the way down to Haas pass as no more than an afterthought.

I was born and raised in Hokitika, where I live again having since coming home from my O.E about four years ago, where I spent two years in China studying Mandarin. I have worked as a reporter

Coast so I am used to getting my hands dirty and have had plenty of life experience.

It is important to me that rural NZ is always front of mind so “educating” my colleagues and bringing them here to see for themselves what the impact of rules and regulation does to small communities has been my mission.

I will continue to lobby on behalf

line requires a positive return for the environment, the community and our bank balance. Operating a successful business which means I understand the hard work and dedication required to maintain these healthy balances.

I’m standing for the Green Party because I share the vision of a just and equitable society, with abundant nature, where you can

Area School and the $12 million upgrade at Golden Bay High School, part of Labour’s programme to upgrade the country’s schools.

And it’s a pleasure to drive over to the Bay now and see the major work that has gone into the $28 million project to repair and build resilience into the Tākaka Hill road severely damaged by Cyclone Gita.

Golden Bay is a community that gets things done. Congratulations

a need for money. We propose abandoning money entirely and, as we realise our profound opportunities to thrive in this way, making everything free and all ‘work’ voluntary. Research indicates people will contribute to a healthy, holistic society with integrity. Participating in positive and meaningful ways. Right now we just don't get the chance to. Or simply can’t afford it.

for RNZ, in marketing and communications for Silver Fern Farms, and throughout my life have worked in workshops, on dairy farms, in freezing works, as a wilderness guide, and in conservation and pest control. For the past for years I have worked as an advocate for miners and mining on the West Coast. I am an advocate of primary production and manufacturing because ultimately without jobs and

of rural communities and their unique and important issues such as mental health, affordable energy, secure transport links and social support. Backing farmers to increase their margins and get them back to farming and out of the office is important to us all, along with freeing up businesses by getting rid of unnecessary and burdensome red tape.

hear the bird song in the bush and where our rivers are fit not only for swimming but for drinking. I see a future where we all have access to warm, dry and safe homes and where our children, and theirs, are well fed and healthy. I understand the urgency to decarbonise our economy to lessen the effects of climate change and I believe that strong communities, food security

Vote Maureen Pugh For West Coast Tasman GET WEST COAST TASMAN

to Golden Bay Community Health on its 10th anniversary. The Integrated Health Service was the vision of the community and was realised through an alliance between a Community Trust, NMDHB (now Te Whatu Ora) and Nelson Bays Primary Health. It’s a great example of government and community working together to meet local needs.

Our current situation and trajectories are catastrophic. Could we change direction if we open our minds to the astonishing possibilities that mark this unprecedented confluence of development, technology, learning and wisdom? Don’t accept anything less than a utopic goal for the future. It’s still possible. Why accept lose-lose, or even win-lose, when we could have win-win?

incomes in our regions we have no communities – I want healthy school rolls, and plenty of netball and rugby teams, and everything else supporting a strong social fabric. Jobs are the foundation for that. For more, please visit www. patrickphelps.co.nz, or call 021 238 6846, always happy to talk.

Along with my National Party team we will have an unrelenting focus on getting the cost of living under control. The economy is under strain and the debt burden we leave for our children and grandchildren requires careful and disciplined control.

Get New Zealand “Back On Track” = 2 ticks for National

and clean energy are all vital aspects of a Green Transformation. We all have plenty in common, wherever we live and whatever we do. What unites us the most is the desire for a safe and healthy future for ourselves and our whānau. But, without bold and decisive action, the future does not look rosy. The time is now to Party Vote Green.

Authorised by Maureen Pugh, 4 Bert Mercer Drive, Hokitika

Steve Richards - Green Party

Patrick Phelps - Independent

Maureen Pugh - National Party

Damien O'Connor - Labour Party

Rugby League returns

Bowls club welcomes new members

At the end of Hiawatha Lane lies a little piece of well-groomed paradise –the Tākaka Bowling Club. Last Saturday was their club open day, welcoming new members.

The club has been operational since 1907 and was originally on Commercial Street by the telephone exchange. It relocated to its current premises in 1910.

Rugby league is back in the Bay after many years absence. Tomorrow afternoon at the Rec Park, Tākaka, Golden Bay Boars will take on the Richmond Rabbits.

GB Boar Corey Kelly says the Golden Bay side were a force to be reckoned with back in the day. “They won the Tasman Rugby League Championship in 1992.”

Corey, who moved to the Bay recently, says it’s been “a struggle” to get the project off the ground but a new generation of players and coaching staff – including Warriors and NZ legendary No 19 Syd Eru – have stepped up, along with local sponsors. “It’s about giving the local lads an opportunity to play rugby league,” says Corey.

Golden Bay Boars vs Richmond Rabbits is at Rec Park, Tākaka on Saturday 30 September, kick-off 1.30pm.

“Come and have a go [anytime],” says match committee organiser Steve McLean. “Lawn bowls is for all ages; in the last two years we have had team members from the local high school. The current world champion Tayla Bruce is just a young girl.”

The benefits of joining the club as a full, student, or social member are numerous. The season runs from September through to mid-April, with a regular Wednesday night “roll

up” for an informal social game, that anyone is welcome to attend. Beginners receive free coaching and bowls are available to borrow.

For the more competitive, there is a calendar of club championships and centre events. The club rooms are licensed and available for use by members, and for the public to hire.

Club secretary Roy Reid has been playing

for more than 26 years. He enjoys playing on the club green, saying “a real green is much nicer to play on”, and he loves the “social and fitness” aspects of the sport.

If you are interested to have a go, head along on Wednesday at 5.30pm. Wear flat soled shoes or jandals.

Schools compete for Taylor Shield

Tākaka Primary School hosted a school sports tournament between themselves and Māpua School last Wednesday.

It was the twentieth anniversary of the annual event between Year 5 and 6 students from both schools competing for the Taylor Shield.

Upon their arrival, the near-70 Māpua students and supporters gifted Tākaka Primary School (TPS) students with a kōwhai tree. A mihi whakatau (welcoming ceremony) with greetings in te reo Māori, waiata-ā-ringa by the girls, and rousing haka by the boys, set the tournament in good stead.

Lynda Anderson, deputy principal of TPS, addressed the children to acknowledge the anniversary and set out protocol for the day. She rallied enthusiasm saying, “Are you guys wanting to play? Are you sure?” resulting in a resounding “YES” from all.

A tight timetable ensued, with students competing in rugby, netball, floorball (unihockey), miniball, and tugof-war. Games were played in 15-minute halves, with only two to three minutes in between, so students involved in multiple sports had to rush from one sport to the next. For those who had free time between games, there were “have-a-go” games in netball,

floorball, and football.

“We had been preparing for this tournament for the full 10 weeks of this term,” said Lynda.

Each week, teachers Chris van Roy and Mia Goodwin coached all students for an hour as part of an all-schools programme, practising skills, confidence, and teamwork.

Some Year 4 students were enlisted to be in tournament teams to boost numbers. Six Year 7 students were also enlisted, as the TPS rugby team comprised just four. Because rugby requires training outside of school, the TPS team were all players from this season’s Tākaka Under 11s.

Next year, TPS will only have two rugby players eligible to play for the sports tournament, so an alternative sport such as rippa rugby may substitute. Māpua School will be the hosts responsible for selecting games.

“The results were resoundingly in our favour,” reported Lynda. “With wins in rugby (7-0); netball A (10-7) and B (7-5); floorball A (7-3) and B (5-4); miniball B (39-17); and tug-of-war, where

we took out all three pulls. Football was much harder, with two losses, a draw, and one win.” Shared kai and presentation of certificates for the winning teams in each sport completed the day. Lynda was very pleased with the outcome.

“2013 was the last year that Tākaka Primary School won the Taylor Shield between our schools, so it was a very special moment.

“We had a lot of whānau and community support this year, with our new Whānau Army (TPS PTA) organising our shared kai, and having Golden Bay Football Club share their goals with us. New teachers Anita Chow and Cameron Print were able to upskill our students, particularly in miniball and floorball, and have been incredible assets to our coaching/teaching team.”

Further thanks go to volunteer parents for coaching and managing teams. In rugby, Sarah McCleely, and in netball, Emma Pattison and Talia Lynch. Also, thanks to Nicole Bruning for coaching and supporting every sport over the term.

Tākaka Bowling Club members on opening day last Saturday. Photo: Rosa Volz.

RONNIE SHORT

Thomas Hohepa greets the visitors from Māpua during the opening ceremony at Tākaka Primary School, hosts of the 20th sports tournament between the two schools. Photo: Ronnie Short.

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Rescue heli appeal ready for take off

The airborne emergency service plays a crucial role in saving lives across the top of the South Island, responding to around 400 callouts every year. But it’s an expensive operation – the average cost of a callout is around $3500 –and a shortfall in Government funding means that $1.65m needs to be raised each year through sponsorship and fundraising.

For the past seven years, NBS has provided financial support to the NMRH and actively participated in the appeal month. “By supporting this essential service, we are ensuring that our region has access to the highest level of emergency medical care when it matters most,” says NBS Chief Executive, Tony Cadigan.

During the month-long campaign, NBS branches across the region will be organising a range of fundraising activities, including raffles, quiz nights and bingo. In Golden Bay, the

Tākaka Branch is selling firewood for the cause and hosting sausage sizzles on Fridays. The campaign also sees the return of the popular #NBS10for10 push up challenge.

Other local businesses are joining in with their own initiatives. Nelson KIA, for example, is aiming to raise $10,000 through donating a portion of each sale made during October.

NMRH Trust general manager Paula Muddle, acknowledges the vital contributions made by the community through sponsorship and fundraising efforts. “With your support, we can

keep the rescue helicopter in the skies, ready to respond to emergencies and provide critical care when it's needed most.”

To get involved in this year's fundraising efforts, follow the appeal on social media (@nbshelicopterappeal), participate in the #10for10 challenge, donate via nbshelicopterappeal.nz and at any NBS branch, or visit and support local participating businesses to make a purchase. All participating businesses can be found on the appeal website: nbshelicopterappeal.nz

The NBS Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter (NMRH) annual fundraising appeal is getting ready for take-off.

The crew of the Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter service. Photo: Submitted.

Youth Habitat photo competition showcases talent

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The Youth Habitat space in Tākaka was packed with young people and their whānau last Friday evening for the photo and logo competition prizegiving.

Both competitions ran through August and attracted a good deal of interest from entrants aged between 12-23 years-old. “The photo competition brought in 20 amazing photos that Golden Bay youth went out and captured,” says youth worker Lisa Bradbury. “We were extremely impressed with the entries we had come through; the photography was outstanding, and it was really refreshing to see so much talent from our local youth. We were honoured to showcase these amazing artworks.”

Lisa says the panel of five judges provided some “amazing feedback” regarding the photos’ immediate visual appeal,

excellent level of detail, high technical proficiency and “good use of movement, lighting and some extremely well-framed photos”. The consistent high quality of the entries made judging “extremely difficult”.

“Although we wish we could have had prizes for everyone, we did have prizes for our main winners that were kindly donated from Living Light Candles, The Village Theatre, Hammer Hardware and Mariposa,” says Lisa. “We are greatly appreciative of their support.”

Prizewinners:

Photo competition: 1, Terangihika Rangihika “Te pōtiki” (see photo left); 2, Isabelle Jordan “The Hidden Jewel"; 3, Ella McKay for her photo “Intertwined”; People’s Choice Award: Toby Jordan “Gamer dawg". Logo competition winner: Briar Culverwell.

Open space gathering at SLC

The open space gathering will provide hot soup, a fire, and an opportunity to connect with other men, explains Ian. “If you are open and interested to connect and explore ‘men's work’ with others in the Bay then this is a good opportunity to tune in. There are no expected outcomes from the evening, though the group has expressed its commitment to support other men's community groups. If you feel the call to come and join us for food and fire, please come and be our guest.”

Community Men’s Group open space is at the Sustainable Living Centre 6-9pm on Monday 9 October. For more details email: ian.kenneth.brown@gmail.com

Dancing with the stars

A community men's group which has been meeting in Golden Bay for the last two years is hosting an open space gathering at the Sustainable Living Centre next month.

The group, which meets for two hours each week in town, has developed into a strong, stable and supportive space for men to be heard and to listen to one another.

Group member Ian Brown explains that, over the last two years, the group has explored numerous themes. “The group has found that by sharing in a safe and supportive environment of respect and integrity, they have started to realise universal masculine themes and values, such as courage, vulnerability, commitment, self-sabotage, camaraderie and integrity. The group is working at a deep and connected level to actively listen, be present and ‘show up’.”

The following reflections from members illustrate the value of the group to participants:

“I see this as a place to reflect on where I am in my journey, the group acts as a reference to where I’ve been and where I’m heading.”

“I now have better partnerships outside of the circle, I didn't have as deep a way of relating before I started coming to this circle.”

PROVIDING YOUR REAL ESTATE SOLUTIONS

SUBMITTED BY CYNTHIA McCONVILLE

Atmospheric rivers are not a new phenomenon. It was only last year after the disastrous August flooding experienced in the Top of the South, that the use of this term became more common in weather reporting. But what are atmospheric rivers and how do they affect us?

Not all atmospheric rivers cause damage. They are a key feature of our weather systems providing us with beneficial rain and snow that are crucial to our water supplies. However, atmospheric rivers can also power extreme weather events that result in deluges that are life threatening and able to cause catastrophic damage to property and infrastructure. We can think of them as highways of water vapour in the sky capable of carrying up to two hundred times the average flow of Mata Au, the Clutha River. As the planet warms these intensive atmospheric rivers will be amplified bringing more destruction and becoming more frequent. As the Earth heats up they will deliver less snow, instead, falling as rain.

One of the most well understood aspects of climate change is its effect on rainfall. In a warmer atmosphere, evaporation rates increase and transform more liquid water molecules into a vapour state in the air. Scientists have stated that the atmosphere can hold around seven per cent more water for every one degree Celsius increase in the Earth’s temperature. This moisture-laden air can drop heavier amounts of rain increasing the intensity of rain events. Earth’s atmosphere has warmed by about 1.3 degrees Celsius since pre-industrial times. The main cause, burning fossil fuels. If the same weather events that we experienced in the Nelson Tasman region were to take place in a warmer world then rainfall quantities would be higher. It’s a sobering thought for all of us.

Welcome to Bayleys in the Bay!

We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Catherine Swinn as your local licensed salesperson to service your real estate needs in Golden Bay.

Catherine has had a long career in real estate and she has achieved many exceptional milestones. Catherine is also an associate member of the Real Estate Institute and continues to expand her knowledge on an ongoing basis. She is no stranger to the Bay, having spent many happy summer visits here since 1994. Catherine has moved here from the North Island to be closer to her son and twin granddaughters and she looks forward to becoming an active member of the Golden Bay community.

Fancy a cuppa and a chat? Put the jug on and Catherine will bring the Tim Tams!

Catherine Swinn AREINZ 027 246 9686 catherine.swinn@bayleys.co.nz

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GB Weekly reporter, Alistair Hughes, was lured in to participating in a dance during the Arts On Tour show, Jane Austen, at the Mussel Inn last week. Also coerced to join the action was Jacob Clere, pictured here with actresses Penny Ashton (in pink) and Lori Dungey (blue). Actor Jamie Burgess completed the troupe, playing keyboard accompaniment. Photo: Ronnie Short.

AGM NOTICES

THE Peaceable Kin-Dom AGM, Monday 16 October, 1pm, Arts Council Office, 24 Commercial Street. All animal, people, and Earth-lovers welcome.

THE Golden Bay Housing Trust AGM will be held at the Workcentre at 12 noon on Friday 27 October.

AORERE Playcentre AGM, Tuesday 17 October, 7.30pm at the Mussel Inn.

TE Wharerangi Trust AGM will be held Wednesday 18 October, 5.30pm at the Sustainable Living Centre, Waitapu Road.

COME AND GIVE ATHLETICS A GO!

HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora

Inga Schmidt MSc (Chiro), DC, MNZCA 021 180 7789 Golden Bay Health Centre, 12 Motupipi St www.healthfocus.co.nz ACC registered

PERSONAL NOTICES / Pānui ake

KEOWN, Robin Lesley, passed peacefully on 23 September 2023 in Edinburgh, Scotland, where she was visiting family. Much loved wife of Paul. Adored mother of Michelle, Dallas, Hayley and Ash. Cherished Nana of Alana, Jamie, Nicholas, Antonia, Lucas, Paul and Rosalie. A family cremation will be held in Scotland and ashes returned to Golden Bay. Thanks to Golden Bay Community Health and Nelson Hospital staff. Love to all friends and family.

Collingwood Area School Board of Trustees Mid-Term Elections 2023

PUBLIC NOTICES / Pānui a whānui

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

WINNERS of the Golden Bay High School Home and School raffles were: wood raffle, Chip Williams (ticket 328) and lotto board, Louise Armitrano (ticket 200). Thank you to everyone who supported us by purchasing raffle tickets, baking and a sausage sandwich.

PAKAWAU Hall Annual Market Weekend fundraiser, Labour 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. Donations of saleable goods, books, raffle basket items etc are gratefully received at the Pakawau Store. Thank you in advance.

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

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

Parent Election Notice. Nominations are open for the election of 2 parent representatives to the school board. All eligible voters will receive a nomination form. Use this form to nominate yourself or someone in your community. Information on who is not eligible to be a board member is provided with the nomination form. Nominations close at noon on 18th October 2023.

The electoral roll is held at the school and can be viewed during normal school hours.

Voting closes at 4pm on 22 November 2023.

Kaye Stark, Returning Officer

HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora

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HOT stone massage and energy healing, bookings available. Ph Andyara 027 609 3138.

LOLLY Dadley-Moore. Biodynamic craniosacral therapy, aromatherapy, professional supervision. Ph 027 338 9504, inbodyhealth.co.nz

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

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TRADES

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.

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.

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

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

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

FLORIST, local florist for flowers for all occasions, call now and place your order 027 758 1138 or online www. goldenbayflowers.co.nz. Teresa Brough Designer Florist.

FREEVIEW TV, radio, HiFi, WiFi, electronics. Ph 027 246 2432.

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

GB chimney 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, Tā kaka. 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.

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.

NGANGA, picture framing by professional artist framer. Collingwood ph 021 107 6312, ngangart@gmail.com.

PAINTER available, call Borrelli Painting for a free quote. All interior/exterior jobs. Ph Luca 022 086 1842.

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

PENINSULA Plasterers for all your interior plastering needs. No job too small. Quality assured. 20+ years’ experience. For a free quote ph Craig 027 472 4376.

SEPTIC TANKS EMPTIED. Ph Shane 027 647 4913.

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

STUMP grinding specialist. Tree care and property maintenance. Ph Carl 027 263 5353.

SWEET View 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.

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.

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

GOLDEN BAY ORGANICS

- Fresh Produce - Natural Health Products

- Bulk Foods - Housekeeping Products

525 8677

FOR

/ Hei hokohoko

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

GARAGE SALE. Bikes, clothes, rugs, books, lots of treasures. Norman Bensemann Place, this Saturday 30 September and Sunday 1 October. Cancelled if wet.

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

AND SERVICES / Mahi a ratonga

PROPERTY WANTED / Rawa hiahia

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

MATURE woman seeking a basic home for long-term rental. Non-smoker, non-drinker, clean living with a well behaved cat. Ph 022 320 0449 or 027 608 5599.

SMALL home of some sort with a bit of land, anywhere in Golden Bay. Water essential. Ph 027 608 5599.

SITUATIONS VACANT / Tūranga wātea

Support Worker/Coach

Start as casual 16 hours (+ sleepovers & weekends)

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 w w w tw m o r g nz /ca r e er s 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 @ t w m o r g n z

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 – 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, 5pm, 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.

Kahurangi Christian Church

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

DE-LISH DELICATESSEN . Sumptuous, delicious food. Lunches, catering, coffee, chocolate, cheeses and epicure items. Weekdays from 6.30am. Ph 525 7111.

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.

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

THE MUSSEL INN. Open 7 days from 11am.

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

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

UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere

SATURDAY 30 SEPTEMBER

AORERE SPRING FLOWER SHOW, Pakawau Hall, 1-4pm. See full-page ad in 8 September edition, www.gbweekly.co.nz

AN EVENING CELEBRATING FREEDOM, unity, people power and local solutions, with Sue Grey, West Coast Tasman Electorate candidate and Aly Cook, musician. Led by Sue Grey: an opportunity to ask questions, share your ideas, help inspire solutions for the future. Aly Cook: performing songs Freedom New Zealand, and others. 7pm, Tākaka Senior Citizens' Hall. All welcome, free admission.

TUESDAY 3 OCTOBER

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

GOLDEN BAY COMMUNITY AND WH Ā NAU monthly meeting, 12pm, Community Centre. See ad on this page.

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 4 OCTOBER

WELLBY TALKING CAFÉ: 1.30pm-3pm, Wholemeal Café, Tākaka. Wellby Talking Cafés are about social connection and finding out about groups, activities and services. www.wellby. org.nz, ph 03 546 7681.

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

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

THURSDAY

5 OCTOBER

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

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

LATER EVENTS

TENNIS COACHING FOR KIDS starts 14 October. Three age groups, every Saturday 9am-12pm, every Thursday 3.306.30pm, Park Avenue. Come and have a go! For more info: gbtennis@outlook.com, txt/ph Shauli 021 030 0585. OPEN DAY AT "ROCKVILLE" MUSEUM, 22 October. Come and see the hard work that has been done. Also, car boot sale, $10/site. Ph Pam 021 0297 7367.

MEET THE CANDIDATES

Sunday 1 October

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

All candidates will deliver a short prepared speech, and there will be time for questions. Questions to be submitted in writing, either prior to, or, at the meeting. Questions may be addressed to all candidates, or an individual candidate. There will be NO questions from the floor.

EATING OUT / Kai wahi kē

ANATOKI SALMON fishing and café. Catch your own lunch or order from the menu. Open every day from 9am-5pm. www. anatokisalmon.co.nz

COLLINGWOOD TAVERN. Open 7 days, 11am till late. Catering and large group bookings available. Ph 524 8160.

COURTHOUSE CAFÉ, Collingwood. Open 7 days, 8am-3pm. Saturday pizza night: Delicious Neapolitan-style pizza cooked to order 5.30-7.30pm. Ph 524 8194.

Friday 29th September

4:00 Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie (G) Final

8:00 Haunted Mansion (PG) Final Saturday 30th

5:00 Asteroid City (M) Final

8:00 A Good Doctor (M) (subtitles) Final Sunday 1St OctOber

5:00 2001: A Space Odyssey (PG) Classic Cinema

8:00 John Farnham: Finding the Voice (M) Final WedneSday 4th

5:30 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (PG)

presents...

C o m m u n i t y - B a s e d M e n t a l H e a l t h S e r v i c e s A m u l t i - d i s c i p l i n a r y t e a m o f m e n t a l h e a l t h c l i n i c i a n s w h o p r o v i d e c o m m u n i t y s u p p o r t t o l o c a l c l i e n t s & f a m i l y / w h a n a u w i t h s p e c i f i c a l l y i d e n t i f i e d m e n t a l h e a l t h n e e d s

When: Tuesday 3rd October 12-1pm

Where: Community Centre, 88 Commercial Street

E m p l o y m e n t , V o c a t i o n a l S e r v i c e & H e l p i n g H a n d s F i n d i n g p a t h w a y s i n t o e m p l o y m e n t O f f e r i n g a s s i s t a n c e t o l o o k a t c a r e e r p a t h s , i d e n t i f y i n g t r a i n i n g & e d u c a t i o n , s e a r c h i n g f o r j o b s , w r i t i n g C V s , c o m p l e t i n g j o b a p p l i c a t i o n s , p r a c t i c i n g i n t e r v i e w i n g s k i l l s , w o r k e x p e r i e n c e o r v o l u n t a r y w o r k F o r m o r e i n f o c o n t a c t j e s s @ m o h u a s o c i a l s e r v i c e s o r g n z

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

20 seats

2 chefs 9+ dishes 6+ wines

BOOK NOW @ EVENTBRITE!

7th & 6th October

The Flower Shed

Questions baccafoods@gmail.com or just google “Bacca X Gatherings”!

LIVING ARTS GALLERY

and Living Light Candles Tukurua

GRAND REOPENING

Sunday 1 October from 10am to 4pm 85 Tukurua Road

Refreshments, music, nibbles and specials

Programmes to listen out for:

Paradise Delay

Benn Robinson explores the world of Electronic Music, and shares insights into the role it played in his recovery from a breakdown. Wednesday nights at 11.00 with new content every 2 weeks.

Rad Bad Films

UPCOMING GIGS & EVENTS...

The Mussel Inn Coming Up...

OCTOBER

Sun 1st DON MCGLASHEN, 7.30pm SOLD OUT

Thu 5th KATH BEE, SUZY CATO AND LEVITY BEET PRESENT THE ‘I CAN DO IT’ KIDS SHOW - 3pm, $10.

Sat 7th JULIAN TEMPLE BAND. $10 door.

Sun 8th ANIKA MOA, 7.30pm SOLD OUT

Fresh FM is all-inclusive and welcomes people from our diverse communities to create radio programmes By, For and About your community, in your own language and about topics that are important to you and your community. We provide full training and support. Please contact motueka@freshfm.net for information.

Not all films are created equal. There are some under privileged films that weren’t fortunate enough to get decent funding, talented cast and crew, or a coherent story. People call these films “bad films”. But can a film be truly bad? It’s not the film’s fault. It’s a label society has put on these films.Go on a Rad Bad Films dumpster dive with Blenheim comedy duo Chris Lippiatt and Todd Hopkins, every Friday at 6.00pm, on FreshFM! www.freshfm.net

FreshFM.NZ

GOLDEN BAY WEATHER FORECAST

Valid from Friday 29 Sept until Tuesday 3 October

Friday: Southwesterlies tending westerly and freshening. Showers over Kahurangi but mainly fine elsewhere at first. During the afternoon some showers spreading elsewhere.

Saturday: Southerlies soon prevailing. Any early showers clearing to a mostly fine, but chilly day

Sunday: Southwesterlies easing and tending northwest. Mainly fine, few showers developing in western areas later.

Monday: Northwesterlies becoming strong and gusty. Showers becoming frequent during the morning, some heavy and possibly thundery for a time

Tuesday: Southwesterlies, gradually easing. A few cloudy areas otherwise fine and mild for a time

TAKAKA FUELS & FISHING

Wed 11th LA MER - French Café jazz/swing. $20 door

Thu 12th QUIZ, 7.30pm. All welcome.

Thu 19th ACID ON THE MICROPHONE. Special guest ANDREW LOCKWOOD.

Tues 24th HOLLIE SMITH - The ‘BONES’ tour - solo and intimate. Tickets @ undertheradar

For more details see www.musselinn.co.nz

‘Lots’ Still Available!

From Offers Over

Check out the latest progress. The subdivision is really taking shape! Stage 1 & 2 comprising 21 lots, ranging in size from 520sqm to 1035sqm & we still have some prime sections available. Located above popular Pohara now is your chance to secure your lot - the perfect spot for a holiday home or forever home. Do not delay, get in touch with James for all of the information on the remaining lots.

James Mackay 027 359 0892 james@goldenbayproperty.com

BAINHAM, 1802 Collingwood-Bainham Main Rd

Endless Possibilities & Potential Asking Price $1,000,000

Utilise this property to suit your lifestyle. Set in an optimal location, with dwellings to co-live with family or rent. This property was once a backpacker’s so options are endless. The main dwelling is split in two, and there is a separate two-room straw bale cottage. There is over 7000sqm of land, where you could add to the fruit trees and gardens that are already established. Out front there is a very large garage & workshop space. Call me now to arrange a viewing.

Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840 belinda@goldenbayproperty.com

8684

This rural home has three bedrooms, an open plan kitchen, dining and a large lounge heated by a wood fire. With some TLC, you will 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.

James Mackay 027 359 0892

Located 6 mins from Takaka Township, will find this generous 8,684m2 rural block. So, what would you do here? This is an opportunity to own a generous sized freehold block. Grab your gumboots and get in touch, we would love to show you around.

COLLINGWOOD, 6 McDonald Place

Stunning mountain views and privacy, this property offers the perfect blend of contemporary elegance and natural beauty. Features include a study, separate laundry, ample storage, fully insulated & double glazed. Call us now for more information.

Paul McConnon 027 504 2872

SUPERIOR LIVING Offers Over $885,000

TAKAKA, 31 Arapeta Place

ELEVATED SECTION Offers Over $250,000

Jana McConnon 021 245 2197

Freehold & residentially zoned, start designing a home that fits your lifestyle. The location is fantastic with a walk/bike track directing you to the nearest school. Get in touch with Paul or Jana they would love to show you around.

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. Green thumbs will love the glasshouse. See you at the open home.

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. Call me now.

Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840

A spacious floorplan which includes an office, a separate laundry, and double internal garage. Outside there is ample offstreet parking, a sleepout, and a lovely yard for the kids to play. Did we mention the A+ location? Make this top of your list & call us now.

McConnon

McConnon

James Mackay Principal/AREINZ BCom 027 359 0892

Belinda J Barnes Agent/AREINZ 021 236 2840

CLIFTON, 648 Abel Tasman Dr

Paul McConnon 027 504 2872 Jana McConnon 021 245 2197

KOTINGA, Long Plain Road

WHERE THE GRASS IS GREENER O/O $395,000

JUST LISTED

CLIFTON, 678 Abel Tasman Drive

POHARA HEIGHTS SUBDIVISON

$365,000

A RARE FIND IN THE COUNTRY

COLLINGWOOD, 12 Beach Rd

RARE AS HEN'S TEETH $330,000

Paul McConnon 027 504 2872

Jana McConnon 021 245 2197

TAKAKA, 6 Park Avenue

THE TOTAL PACKAGE $865,000

Paul McConnon 027 504 2872

Jana McConnon 021 245 2197

Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840

CLIFTON, 618a Abel Tasman Drive

MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME $750,000