The GB Weekly - 19 April 2024

Hungry Goats make history

A little piece of sporting history was made at Tākaka’s Rec Park last Saturday.

“It’s the first ever win in Division One for Golden Bay,” said Golden Bay Goats’ skipper Danyon Fleming, shortly after the final whistle blew in their match against Motueka 1st XI.

Having been promoted to the top tier of Nelson Bays Football Senior Men’s competition, the opening game of the season was a chance for the Goats to test themselves at the higher level. It is an examination they passed with flying colours, coming out on top with a deserved 4-1 victory. But it wasn’t just the result that impressed; the thoroughly dominant performance revealed a cohesive, balanced side with few signs of early season rustiness and several young players showing football intelligence and composure well beyond their years.

One of the rising stars, Golden Bay High School student Jay Anderson, looked like he’d been playing at senior level for years. And it was the young number seven who almost opened the scoring with a fierce shot from

keeper just managed to tip over the crossbar. The attack led to a series of corners as the Goats kept the pressure on the visitors with numerous attempts on goal.

But the Goats weren’t having it all their own way in the high-tempo match and, a few minutes later, Motueka almost snatched the lead with a low strike that skimmed past the far post. It served as a timely warning to the home side.

As the first half progressed, the action oscillated from end to end, both sides creating chances, and it only remained goalless due to some last-ditch defending. The Goats, however, were increasingly taking charge of the game and, when Anderson made a darting run through Motueka’s midfield and released a through ball to Gonzalo Vasquez-Jouannet, it looked like the deadlock would be broken. But the offside flag went up just as the attacker approached the isolated keeper.

Motueka continued to ride their luck as the Goats attacked on both flanks, Jaydon Thompson causing the visitors’ defence all sorts of problem on the left, and it seemed only a matter of time before it was breached.

With just over half-an-hour gone, the Goats received just reward for their efforts when Golden Bay High School student Lief Osbourne latched onto a defence-splitting pass before coolly rounding the prostrate keeper and slotting the ball into the back of the net. A few minutes later, player-coach Lee McKenna came close to doubling his side’s lead with a curling free that had the Motueka keeper scrambling to his right to make a spectacular save.

During the second half, the home side’s growing superiority was reflected in the scoreline: two goals from Anderson and one from McKenna gave the Goats a commanding 4-0 lead with around 15 minutes to play.

Despite visibly tiring, Motueka never gave up and got their consolation with what was arguably the best goal of the game – a curling right-footed shot from the edge of the penalty area, which gave the keeper no chance. In the dying minutes, the Goats carved out several good scoring chances that they failed to convert. But it didn’t matter – the game was already won, and a little bit of sporting history

Internet safety net

Erica Boscato from government cyber security agency CERT NZ recently held an enlightening presentation about how to protect ourselves from online breaches and scams.

Erica outlined the main threats internet users are at risk from, to her audience at the Tākaka library, including phishing and credential harvesting, fraud, unauthorised access and malware.

The first category usually arrives in the form of email messages impersonating requests from banks or government departments and takes up half of the reported incidents that Erica and her team deal with. She outlined ways of spotting these bogus requests, including paying close attention to the email addresses. Government department addresses always end in “.govt.nz”, so anything of this nature received from a personal or overseas email address (a Gmail account, for example), should be an immediate warning sign.

Fraud and scams are not as common but have been estimated by the banking industry to cost New Zealanders over $200 million each year. Erica is certain that unreported cases would more than double this figure. Checking the validity of unsolicited “financial opportunities” by contacting the relevant investment company or bank purported to be represented, can usually expose scams. Erica also stressed that it is illegal in New Zealand for a financial organisation to “cold call” anyone who they do not already have an existing relationship with.

“Romance scams are even worse because they hit people in their wallets and their hearts,” says Erica. These are relationships formed online that ultimately result in a request for some kind of financial assistance. One precaution is to run a Google image search if a picture of the supposed romantic partner has been provided, to check its authenticity.

Similar emotional leverage is applied by social media scams, where a relative’s Facebook account may have been hacked and a request for money to help them out of some urgent crisis is received by family members. Again, Erica recommends taking the time to check with the relevant person by another means first.

Although our country is not targeted as often as larger nations, the fact that New Zealanders are generally trusting people can be exploited by scammers, some of whom operate from large overseas call...

ALISTAIR HUGHES

JO RICHARDS

Golden Bay Goats striker Lief Osbourne wheels away after scoring the opening goal against Motueka at the Rec Park on Saturday. Photo: Jo Richards.

INTERNET SAFETY NET

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Erica finished her presentation by offering some reassurance. “CERT NZ will assist people impacted by cyber incidents to resolve them. And we use knowledge gained from this to work with government colleagues and the private sector to prevent further incidents.”

Wild Places photo competition

Following on from the success of the photo competition held last year, the Golden Bay Alpine & Tramping Club (GBATC) is hosting another. Once again run it will be run in parallel with the annual NZ Federated Mountain Club (FMC) photo competition. The competition is open to all.

Photos are to be taken in either Kahurangi National Park or Abel Tasman National Park. There will be prize money for a winner and runner-up photo in two age groups - under 25 and over 25, and the winners will have the opportunity to submit their photo to the FMC competition as well. Photos must be submitted to the club by 15 August. GBATC will provide updates on instructions for submission and send reminders via their Facebook page and on their website, https://www.goldenbayatc.org

Any queries, please contact Suze Lord at: secretarygbatc@ gmail.com or ph 021 106 3172.

Meanwhile, to get you inspired, here’s the winning photo taken by Gaylene Wilkinson from the 2023 competition. Look hard to spot the tramper!

Museums fight to keep lights on

Golden Bay Museum has joined a nationwide campaign to emphasise the value of New Zealand’s museums and galleries, highlight the existential risks these institutions are facing, and appeal for sustainable funding.

The industry body Museum Aotearoa launched its “Lights On” campaign last Friday to raise public awareness of the coming crisis faced by many institutions, including those in Golden Bay.

“The uncertain state of museums and galleries in New Zealand is unfortunately no surprise to us at Golden Bay Museum,” says GB Museum Society chairman Frank Susko. “Like many museums and galleries, we are struggling with a reduction in visitor numbers and income, a stretched volunteer base, and ever-increasing costs.”

As a result, balancing the books is becoming an impossible task. “While extremely grateful to our visitors and supporters for the income we do receive, unfortunately, like many of the museums around New Zealand, this is simply not enough to cover our ever-increasing costs,” says Frank. “Golden Bay Museum is lucky to be able to operate with staff who are passionate about their jobs, a very loyal group of volunteers, a supportive group of Society members, and an annual grant from Tasman District Council. However, the grant does not cover all our expenses and we need to seek funding from other avenues to cover these costs. To enable some core museum tasks to be completed staff regularly do more hours than they get paid, as there is not enough income to cover these hours.”

There is much more to a museum than what is on display in the exhibition rooms and it all needs to be looked after, says

Frank.

that preserve the history of Golden Bay. If we lose these collections, we will lose our past.”

He urges the community to support its local museums. “We need help to save today and yesterday for tomorrow. Volunteering for three hours per fortnight, giving a regular monthly donation, or even visiting us more often to show how necessary we are, might just be enough to help us scrape through.”

For more information, visit: http://goldenbaymuseum.org. nz/ or ph 03 525 6268.

CERT NZ senior advisor Erica Boscato recommends healthy skepticism and caution when encountering potential scams and fraud online. Photo: Alistair Hughes.

“We have a vast collection of objects and a vast collection of paper-based archives

Galleries showcase woven artwork

Over many years, Golden Bay has become renowned as a hub of weaving.

Two Tākaka galleries are this month showcasing and celebrating the finer skills of weaving in all its various convoluting forms. Described as “interlacing long threads in two directions”, weaving applies to both basket making, where the final object tends to be a three-dimensional form, and to the creation of fabric produced on a loom.

Examples from these creative outcomes on display at both MONZA Gallery and Art Vault Gallery in Tākaka include not only utilitarian baskets and woven textiles, but also more contemporary works that push the boundaries beyond traditional weaving into the realms of sculpture.

MONZA is showcasing the woven basket creations of seven current tutors and three past tutors of Go Wild with Weaving (GWWW), an annual event held at Collingwood Area School during the first term holidays. Each year, national and international basket makers come together to conduct workshops teaching specialist techniques in both traditional and contemporary baskets. MONZA Gallery owner Philly Hall is thrilled to be showcasing the expertise of the tutors themselves, this year for the third time.

The exhibition at MONZA hosts local tutors Deb Price, Sarah Hornibrooke, and Nicola Basham, joined by Jasmine Clark (Arrowtown), Tamar Guse (Waipara), Cindy Wood (Australia), and Judy Zugish (USA). Also represented are three tutors from previous GWWW events: Bronwynn Billens, Yvonne Hammond, and Anita Peters. Some of these artists have pushed the

boundaries with variations on their usual work to include materials such as corrugated iron, seaweed, leather, bark, and skeleton leaves emulating woven insect wings. Initiator of the GWWW event, Nicola Basham, says she is really impressed with the contributions this year.

“It’s all stepped up a level, materials have been jazzed up and the finishing is really wonderful. Many of these works are real statements.”

Down the road, Art Vault is concurrently hosting Fabrica 2024, described as “a celebration of excellence in contemporary weaving and fibre art”. This show includes the work of nine artists: local weavers Bee Fradis, Peter Greer, Christine Wingels, and Anita Peters, plus invited guests Jasmine Clark, Vanessa DamerowStephen, Tanya Doty, Gabrielle Edmonds, and Stacey Smith. Their innovative responses to the concept of weaving have tended towards bold new forms that invite audience curiosity. Contrasting outcomes abound, from traditional baskets to contemporary, from naturally sourced to industrial castoffs, from raw to finely detailed. Outstanding in this show are the intricately patterned loom-woven shawls by internationally renowned local artist Bee Fradis, and the wrapped stones of Tanya Doty.

“The artists have been invited for dedication to exploration and excellence in their area,” says co-organiser Hahna Reed. “Each has created something quite unique.”

Go Wild with Weaving tutor exhibition, at MONZA Gallery, 25 Commercial Street, Tākaka. From 8 April–4 May, Monday–Friday 10.30am-4.30pm, Saturday 10.30am–2pm.

Fabrica 2024, at Art Vault, 57 Commercial Street, Tākaka. From 12 April–8 May, Monday-Saturday 10am–4pm.

Dinner is Served by Goodness 2 Go

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ANITA PETERS

Local weaver Bee Fradis explains the complexities of setting up warp and weft on the loom to create her intricately patterned textiles on show in the gallery vault. Photo: Anita Peters. Nicola Basham, left, creator of the Go Wild with Weaving event in Collingwood and MONZA Gallery owner Philly Hall are showcasing examples of different styles of baskets made by tutors from the GWWW event, on display at the gallery until 3 May. Photo: Anita Peters.

Anzac Day and the RSA

LETTERS

Next Thursday 25 April is Anzac Day – a public holiday when we remember those who put their lives on the line to ensure peace for our nation. A nation where people of all ethnicities now live in harmony – former enemies who are now our friends and neighbours. Those soldiers from Golden Bay who fought in WW1 and WW2 have long passed but you may be surprised to know there are almost 60 ex NZ Military persons living in the Bay who selflessly gave their allegiance and have served in our Armed Forces since then, including those who were conscripted for Compulsory Military Training back in the 50s and 60s. Our Returned Services Association helps provide support for these veterans and families and your donations on Poppy Day, 19 April, will help us maintain this service. If anyone needs a reminder about the suffering our troops endured in WW1, the Village Theatre is screening They Shall Not Grow Old (directed by Peter Jackson) on Sunday 21 April – a very sobering documentary. On Anzac Day itself, the street parade will include a re-enactment of the "Tākaka Mounted Rifles" – a group of riders on horseback dressed in WW1 period costume. This should be quite a spectacle, I believe not seen in Tākaka since those original troops left our shores in 1914. So as you enjoy your day off, how about attending one of our parades to commemorate and reflect on those who gave us our freedom. Timings for the Collingwood and Tākaka services are listed on page 18 of today’s GB Weekly Lest We Forget.

Noel Baigent, president Golden Bay RSA

The gender spectrum

I find it difficult to understand what Miriam Sherratt (GBW, 12/4) is driving at. Firstly, sex is binary, there is no "spectrum", and until very recently gender meant the same as sex. A person is either male, has XY chromosomes and produces very many small gametes; or female, with XX chromosomes and produces fewer large gametes.

Teaching children that they can change this fundamental aspect of their being is not only misleading but can also be very dangerous (see the Cass report to find out how dangerous). The gender dysphoria experienced by some young people will resolve itself by the time they are adults in most cases. The majority of these will come out as same-sex attracted, others struggle with the effects of autism, trauma or abuse. The suicidal thoughts that result can't be resolved by puberty blockers, cross-sex hormones and cutting off healthy body parts.

What children should be taught instead is that there are many different ways a person can be a man, not necessarily conforming to traditional stereotypes, and the same for women. After all, if "girls can do anything" as we were brought up to believe, then why should any woman be ashamed to work as a tradie? Neither should men be ashamed to be stay-at-home parents.

Lisa

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Showgrounds booklet

"The Showgrounds" booklet tells the story of the showgrounds in Tākaka from 1857, in 44 pages of pictures, photos and text. It pays tribute to the people of Golden Bay –

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Investing in our future

· TASMAN’S 10-YEAR PLAN 2024 – 2034

IT’S TIME TO CHOOSE YOUR FUTURE, TASMAN

Tasman’s future is everyone’s business – our 10-Year Plan guides how we invest. We have choices to make, not all of them are easy ones.

We need to invest in the things Tasman needs now and in the future, without breaking the bank. Given Covid recovery, interest rates and the cost of living, we need to proceed with care and discipline – keeping rates balanced with our needs as you see them.

So, help your Council make the most informed choices.

Make a submission on Tasman’s 10-Year Plan now – it’s really important we know what the whole community is thinking.

YOUR CHOICES, YOUR FUTURE

There are four key areas we would like your feedback on:

• Financial sustainability

• Transport

• Climate change and resilience

• Investing in community facilities

Tell us what you think of our plans by 4.00 pm on 28 April 2024. Visit shape.tasman.govt.nz/10YP to find out more and have your say.

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Mushroom meals

Autumn is the season when mushrooms may appear in paddocks.

Being fungi, they develop in warm, moist conditions, and the few millimetres of rain we did have must have been enough to create a humid environment for growth.

The mushroom is the fleshy spore-bearing body we see and harvest, but in the soil beneath is an unseen mass of tangled root-like tissue, ready for conditions to be right for the next stage of the life cycle. Often, mushrooms pop up from this underground mycelium in "fairy rings", and sometimes more scattered.

Growing up, I remember Dad riding his horse home from the farm and giving Mum his battered green "cocky's potae" hat with an autumn surprise inside. When there is nothing else to collect mushrooms in while out working, hats are useful. Now, my husband (who doesn't enjoy the sight, smell, or taste of mushrooms), delivers them home in his cap. These fresh field fungi are only available for a short spell, and they are a treat.

It is surprising how much a big pot of fresh mushrooms reduces in quantity when cooked. I put some butter in a pot and gently steam them down to a juicy, black, lumpy brew, which forms the basis of many recipes. The dark colour is because all mushrooms go in, and some can be quite mature. To this brew, add milk or cream, and flavour with nutmeg, salt, and pepper to create mushroom soup.

Or, make into a sauce by adding salt, lemon pepper, maybe garlic or onion, and then milk or cream, before thickening with flour. It is grey and gooey and may not look great but is tasty on toast.

Stirring cooked pasta into the mushroom sauce and adding bacon and leftover vegetables makes a good meal. Or serve up bite-sized baked mushroom crescents, by mixing with grated cheese into a thick sauce, placing teaspoonfuls onto rounds of shortcrust pastry, then folding and sealing the pastry pockets, before baking at 180 degrees.

And for something different:

Cauliflower and mushroom casserole

• 1 cauliflower, broken into florets and cooked in boiling water until tender, then drained.

2 Tbsp of flour, blended into smooth paste with 300ml sour cream, 1 tsp French mustard, salt and pepper, and 100g grated cheese.

• Mix the cauliflower and 250g of small mushrooms into the paste, so the vegetables are coated. Pour into a shallow oven-proof dish.

• With a fork, mix 25g butter, 50g rolled oats, and 100g grated cheese, and sprinkle this lumpy mixture over the top.

• Bake for 40 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees and the topping will be crispy.

DOWN TO EARTH: Fungi time

SOL MORGAN, GROWISE CONSULTANCY

As the autumn weather cools and moisture is present, fungi begin to pop up through the soil surface.

It is estimated there are between 2.2 million to 3.8 million species of fungi, with New Zealand having approximately 20,000 of them.

Fungi are the most widely distributed organisms on Earth, growing from the tips of filaments (hyphae) that make up the bodies of the organisms (mycelia), which form a web where they are growing. What we often think of as fungi are mushrooms – the fleshy, spore-bearing fruiting body that forms above its living environment. They are most abundant in organic matter conditions like forests, where they are largely responsible for the decomposition of organic material and the recycling of nutrients.

Fungi enthusiast John Massey says, “What we see above ground is only a fraction compared to what is below ground.”

To us, fungi tend to be either friend (eg, bread yeast) or foe, like Pithomyces chartarum, the fungus that causes facial eczema in stock. Fungi such as garlic rust can also cause havoc to horticultural crops.

Of particular interest to humans are edible fungi. Foraging for mushrooms is a seasonal tradition in Europe.

“There is an amazing amount of visible fungi in New Zealand bush, but not many edible fungi; most of the edibles like morels and Boletus species have been introduced,” says John.

Wood ear or ear fungus (Auricularia polytricha), which grows on māhoe, is a distinctive edible fungus that was exported to the East in the late 1880s. The easily recognised introduced field mushrooms (Agaricus campestris) are a common site in pastures at this time of year.

It must be said, do not eat a mushroom that has not been accurately identified, ideally by a mycologist. As author Terry Pratchett says, “All fungi are edible. Some fungi are only edible once.”

The common white button mushroom (Agaricus bisporus) was the main commercial species grown in New Zealand. However, now there is a burgeoning mushroom trade with over 15 mushroom species commonly cultivated, like shiitake, oyster, and king Stropharia, with many available in grow kits to cultivate at home.

From a gardening, agricultural, or land-care point of view, the basidiomycete group of fungi are most important in the soil, including many edible and medicinal mushrooms such as buttons, shiitake, oyster, and puffball mushrooms. In soil food web assessments and compost efficacy testing, basidiomycetes are most important due to their crucial roles in nutrient cycling, decomposition, and soil structure improvement. Some are also mycorrhizal, forming symbiotic relationships with plant roots. This occurs in soil ecosystems where plants require additional nutrient uptake, such as old growth conifer forests. These mycorrhizal fungi enhance plant nutrient absorption, especially phosphorous, and support overall plant health. Ascomycota fungi, like yeasts, are diverse and can be both beneficial and detrimental.

John suggests, “There is a lot to learn about our environment by observing fungi (and other organisms) and how they interrelate.”

We can enhance the fungal population by avoiding cultivating or tilling the soil at all. Use of pesticides also has negative impacts. By adding organic matter to the soil, we encourage certain fungi to decompose it. For orchards, making compost with good amounts of woody material as the brown

layer is preferable. For vegetable and other annual crops, use of cellulose carbon (eg, hay and crop residues) along with manures, encourages a lower fungal:bacterial ratio, which these crops prefer.

For further information and interest:

Entangled Life, by Merlin Sheldrake (recommended by John).

Fungi of Aotearoa by Liv Sisson.

Online: Te Papa’s fungi blog, Manaaki Whenua’s fungal key, and the Mycologic website. In addition there are several Facebook groups, including Mushroom Hunting New Zealand, that offer good information and help with identification.

“There is a magic world out there and now is the time to explore,” says John.

Field mushrooms (Agaricus campestris) popping up in pasture. Photo: Sol Morgan.

JOYCE WYLLIE

A big pot of fresh mushrooms. Photo: Joyce Wyllie.

Lighthouse family's Anzac reunion

A poignant family reunion is soon to take place in Collingwood over Anzac weekend.

Seventy-eight members of the wider Cocker family are arriving from all over New Zealand, two from Australia, and five from the USA, to honour their forebears who served in both World Wars.

The Cockers were a family who lived at Farewell Spit from 1937 until 1943. Joe Cocker was principal lighthouse keeper, transferred from Stephens Island with his wife Jessie and family. Joe had previously served 27 years in the Royal Navy, including throughout WWI, during which time he was wounded and spent time recuperating in a Bombay hospital. After retiring in 1919, he joined the New Zealand Lighthouse Service, a job he held for 24 years until his final position at Farewell Spit ended in 1943.

Only 18 days after WWII was declared, one of the couple’s seven sons, Marshall, signed up for war service, joining the 19th Battalion of the NZ infantry. He fought in the Battles of Greece and Crete in 1941 but was one of 2,180 Kiwis captured in Crete who became prisoners of war (POW). After being transferred back to mainland Greece, Marshall and another POW escaped and survived in the mountains for four months, until they were discovered, shot, and killed.

Not until 1942, while still living at Farewell Spit, did his parents learn of Marshall’s death. At the time, five of their other sons were serving overseas in WWII.

Marshall was buried at the Phaleron War Cemetery in Athens, Greece, but his name is amongst others on the Collingwood Memorial: “Marshall Cocker; Corporal; Served WWII 1939-1945, Campaigns – Greece and Crete, served 19 Battalion; Died Greece, 21 October 1941, aged, 23.” Marshall and his other brothers are also memorialised in a photograph at the Farewell Spit Lighthouse Museum.

All 78 Cocker family members will be attending the remembrance services in Collingwood. Guest speakers will be Colonel Craig Cocker (British Army, retired) at the dawn service, and Warrant Officer 1st Class Mike Cocker (NZ Army, retired) at the civic service, where two wreaths will be laid by the family: one for Marshall and the other for his parents and six brothers. They will join others for the traditional breakfast at Tinky’s Tavern. No family members remain living in the Bay, although many still retain fond links with the lighthouse. One memorable visit to the Spit was in 1997 for the 100th Anniversary of the Lighting of the Second Light, made even more so by some family members permitted to stay overnight in the principal keeper’s house.

The Cocker family reunion has been welcomed and supported by local businesses, particularly from Paddy and Paulien Gillooly and Shelley Climo of Farewell Spit Eco Tours, who are hosting a bus trip out to the lighthouse. Renae Swan at the Collingwood Tavern (Tinky’s) is also hosting the reunion dinner for all members of the family on the Saturday night.

Tākaka Rifles aiming for Anzac

The dedicated team re-enacting the Tākaka Mounted Rifles on Anzac Day this year have been training hard, most recently with the addition of drum sounds and guns.

On Anzac Day morning, two members will attend the dawn service in Tākaka, while the full team of six on horseback will all be present at the civic service, leading the horse of the fallen soldier alongside.

“I’m delighted with the Mounted Rifles team,” says organiser Julia Lee. “They have shown huge commitment and initiative, the younger members becoming the driving force.”

Julia believes that the re-enactment is especially important for children and families, to remember and honour the descendants of the original Tākaka Mounted Rifles.

“It would be great to drum up further support for the Returned Services Association (RSA) and their members by bringing to life a representation of Golden Bay fathers, sons, and brothers who went to support the war effort in 1914 with their trusted steeds. Our ride on Anzac Day is a reminder of what they fought for, and how their horses were such an important part of their lives, providing companionship and brave partnership in what would have been for many a harrowing time. For all the horses that could not come back, we remember their riders' sorrow and we will not forget.”

To contact Julia Lee, ph 027 364 9991, or email theleeclannz@gmail.com.

Joe Cocker, principal lighthouse keeper at Farewell Spit from 1937–1943, with wife Jessie, 1950s. Son Marshall Cocker, killed in WWII as a POW, pictured in oval frame. Cocker family photograph.

ANITA PETERS

• There has been a concerning increase in the number of opportunistic rural thefts/burglaries in the last month. Overnight on 3 April a number of house piles at a building site in Ligar Bay were stolen; a farm gate was reportedly stolen from SH60 near Stoney Creek last Sunday; and a solar powered electric fencing unit was stolen from farmland off East Tākaka Road near Uruwhenua during the day on 14 April. Police are keen to hear from anyone who has any information. A number of temporary firearms licence suspensions were served on people for varying reasons. It is a reminder that a firearms licence is a privilege, not a right. There are certain obligations under the Arms Act that licence holders are subject to in order to stay licensed and be considered “fit and proper”. Notifying police of any change of address is one of these requirements. All firearms licensing information is available by following the links online via the police website www.police.govt. nz or www.firearmssafetyauthority.govt.nz

• 5 April: A 45-year-old local male received a $200 fine and 50 demerits for driving with excess breath alcohol.

• 9 April: Police and emergency services attended a single-vehicle crash on SH60 near Parapara. The cause of the crash is being investigated.

• 13 April: A 66-year-old local male was served a threemonth suspension from driving for excess demerits.

• 15 April: A 43-year-old local male received a formal warning for possession of a non-prohibited firearm without a licence. The firearm was confiscated and destroyed.

• 15 April: A 48-year-old local female has been charged with refusing to accompany, resisting arrest and refusing blood - third and subsequent, following a vehicle stop near Tākaka township. Her car has been impounded and her licence suspended for 28 days.

• All emergency services were busy attending vehicle crashes following the first rain in many weeks. It’s important to remember to drive to the conditions, slow down if it is wet. Have a lovely weekend.

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Growing income with trees on farms

A recent Trees Within Farms workshop organised by Amanda Henderson from Beef + Lamb New Zealand proved very popular. Nearly 40 participants squeezed into Ellie and Pax Leetch's woolshed at Nguroa Farm, to learn about the benefits of trees as a land-use option.

Speaker Susan Moore-Lavo from New Zealand Forest Service (NZFS) outlined a range of free services including property visits to discuss what to plant, plus advice on how to find information to enter the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS), and on erosion control. While NZFS can provide clarification on rules and regulations, Susan said it cannot advise on finances.

Susan was followed by land-use specialist and ETS advisor Phil Orme, from Orme & Associates.

Phil began by saying, "You may have come with a few questions, but you will go away with more." He was right. Attendees were nearly overwhelmed by facts, figures, dates, and examples from his vast experience. He often returned to the statement, "This is your land, your choice", and explained, "how the Climate Change Response Act (CCRA) and the ETS affect your particular situation will be specific to your property."

As Phil went into more detail on forest definition, timelines, growth rates, websites, photographic evidence, and scheme registration, he recommended that farmers become "fully informed of the opportunities” available to them.

With most sheep farm profits in negative territory, many farmers are looking to increase incomes – and carbon credits are an option. But before addressing that topic, Phil explained that trees can be established for many reasons: shade, beauty, erosion control, wind breaks, shelter belts, eco-corridors, and biodiversity, as well as sequestering carbon – which is often a bonus. His slideshow started with, "Your WHY will determine your WHAT and your HOW”. Farmers, Phil said, are now being rewarded "for doing the right thing by the land, and there is an income stream that never existed before, but only if rules and obligations are fully understood".

Farmers have a choice between using on-farm trees to off-set their own emissions, or to off-set emissions from other people and companies. Carbon credits can be traded through a voluntary market. What can "count" in this scheme is mostly

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unregulated, and depends on the carbon credit certifier, with carbon prices varying. This market is used for operators looking to reduce their greenhouse gas (GHG) footprint. The alternative is to sell carbon through a regulatory market – the ETS.

The ETS is New Zealand's primary tool for reducing GHGs, and eligible forests (native and exotic) may be entered into the scheme and earn carbon credits. Covering the details of regulations, Phil explained that the trees must meet the "post1989 forest land definition” details of which are provided, along with a lot of other useful information, on the MPI website (see link at the bottom of the article). It is possible to register indigenous reversion in ETS but not if there were any trees there before 1990. Plantings along waterways or poplars for erosion are also eligible.

Different types of forest absorb carbon at different rates for differing lengths of time. In the ETS, species are currently grouped into five types: radiata (by region), Douglas fir, exotic softwood, exotic hardwood, and indigenous (native).

If looking to register a forest in the ETS there are two categories/activities: standard forestry and permanent forestry. In the case of the former, if a forest is older than a defined average age, it won’t earn any units, therefore the only credit-earning option may be permanent forest.

Forests may be harvested, subject to rules. Carbon credits can only be sold once, and if the scheme is exited, or land deforested, then all credits must be surrendered. This means there may be requirement, if there is a shortfall of units to meet the surrender, to buy credits from the market at the prevailing market price. Phil warned farmers, when buying land, to determine whether forest is already registered in ETS and credits already cashed in.

After lunch, participants looked at Nguroa Farm, as Phil outlined what he saw as potential income earning opportunities.

For more information, contact Susan Moore-Lavo, NZFS, ph 022 013 4075.

MPI information is available at: https://www.mpi.govt.nz/ forestry/forestry-in-the-emissions-trading-scheme/

Kia ora whānau,

JOYCE WYLLIE

Participants at the recent Trees Within Farms workshop organised by Beef + Lamb New Zealand. Photo: Joyce Wyllie.

Workshops Series To Support Golden Bay Creatives

Golden Bay Community Arts Council in conjunction with Ministry of Culture and Heritage and Nelson Tasman Chamber of Commerce are excited to be presenting a series of workshops to support our region's creatives to build a skill set required to build a business.

For more detailed descriptions and registration please visit the Arts Council website www.gbarts.org.nz and follow the ‘Workshops’ link.

Links to workshops can also be found on the Arts Council Facebook page. All workshops will be held at the Golden Bay Community Centre, Tākaka.

Valuing your Artworks | Neville Parker | 5.30pm Thursday 9th May

Neville Parker has been a full time artist and gallery owner for the last 30 years. He has owned over eight different types of galleries in Auckland, Blenheim, Nelson and is currently the co-owner of the Church House Gallery in Motueka. Neville has personally experienced selling art through a number of avenues and represented well over 600 artists of all types, as a result he has a thorough understanding of the demands of making and marketing everything from fine art to craft arts.

Check out his podcast: https://nzpod.co.nz/podcast/the-artwonk.

Exhibiting Yourself | Kenny Willis | 1 – 4pm Saturday 18th May

Kenny has been producing art exhibitions for over 18 years in various roles and institutions. Recently arriving in Tasman after 8 years at Te Uru Waitakere Contemporary Gallery, he is the Exhibitions Manager at the Motueka District Museum and also does contract work for The Suter Art Galley and Nelson Provincial Museum.

Kenny will show you how to work with what you've got and make the most out of the precious opportunity of exhibiting your artwork at home, in your gallery or in a public space.

Online Marketing | Chris Butler | 1 – 5pm Thursday 23rd May

Chris Butler is the Director of The Marketing Studio in Nelson and brings over 20 years of experience in business and event promotion. Over the past decade he has operated his own marketing consultancy business and currently chairs "Uniquely Nelson", Nelson’s CBD marketing organisation. This course offers valuable insights and practical advice to help navigate the modern marketing landscape. Check out his website: https://www.themarketingstudio.co.nz/ This workshop is suitable to all business people wishing to update their online marketing skills.

Bookkeeping for Creatives | Carla Jehle | 9.30 – 2pm Thursday 30th May

Carla started Sound Choice Business Support in 2012, initially carrying out bookkeeping and administration tasks in the land development, trades, and horticultural industry and become a competent, caring, and trusted partner to a number of the region's small business owners as well as NZ-wide non-profit organisations. This hands-on, interactive 4-hour-workshop offers strategic guidance and a practical approach to setting up basic financial and admin systems for your business. Check out her website: https://www.soundchoice.nz/ This workshop is suitable to all business people wishing to update their financial systems and bookkeeping skills.

Do you have a community group that you belong to that you would like to support?

Bayleys have a ‘Buddy up with Bayleys’ programme that can earn your charities or community groups a donation of $500 for every successful sale concluded from your referrals and recommendations.

If you or someone you know is thinking about selling, simply refer that person to Catherine Swinn at Bayleys and nominate the charity or community group you would like to receive the donation.

Pop the jug on and Catherine will bring the Tim Tams!

Tākaka Athletics season wraps up with prizegiving

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The 2023/24 season has been "a big one" for Tākaka Athletics, according to club secretary Maree Fleming, with the club relocating to the Rec Park and the athletes breaking a total of 11 club records.

At the club's recent end-of-season prizegiving, president Sarah McCleely paid tribute to all those who contributed to the club's success.

"Firstly I would like to thank everyone who helped us move to our new facilities, especially Amy and Dan [Darwen] and Maree, the effort that you all put in behind the scenes hasn't gone unnoticed and we are extremely grateful to you, we are very lucky to be up here and able to have a proper running track, professional throwing rings and a long jump pit.

"To our wonderful coaches and committee, thank you very much, without you we wouldn't be able to run athletics. Also a big thank you to the parents that helped on events and ran the BBQ; this has been a huge help and without you we wouldn't be able to run all the events.

"It has been an amazing season, lots of new faces, records broken and a lot of great performances. We hope you all come back next season, and I look forward to seeing more records broken."

Five Star awards and season best certificates

Colgate 5-Star Award Level 0

Louie Smith, Sophie Petterson, Mana Lynch, Evelyn Fenwick, Kahu Lynch, Lucinda Blackett, Willow Smith, Oakley Jones, Xavier Bruning, Liam Hitchcock, Odinn Lear, Warren Hitchcock, Isaac Petterson, Ali Reynish, Ella Baigent.

Colgate 5-Star Award Level 1

Karter Solly, Savannah McNaughton, Zienna Baigent, Knox Callaghan, Lucas Page, Hudson Riley, April King, Max Downing, Nelson Molloy, Tor Stilwell, Tane Hunt, Layla Jones, Emma Petterson, Tayo Green, Jude Molloy, Luca Graham, Wolff King, Cooper Orange, Annabelle Archbold, Aleisha Best, Blake McCleely, Tarn Smith, Willow Lear, Lucas McCleely, Iyla Lamason.

Colgate 5-Star Award Level 2

Raz Ormsby, Charlie Baigent, Chase McKay, Jack Orange, Ivy Garbutt, Ryan King, Sam Lamason, Myla Ormsby, Eli Miller, Harrison Archbold, Indy Graham, Aleera Powell, Hunter Austin, Chase Baker, Harry Riley.

Colgate 5-Star Award Level 3

Nataliah McNaughton, Aiden Best, Paige Baigent, Ruby Darwen. Star Award for participation

Charlie Foe and Mia for getting in amongst the older kids and giving it their all.

Coaches Choice Award

In recognition of a great attitude towards coaches and athletes, regular attendance, always helpful and gives everything a go: Hudson Riley, Chase McKay, Ryan King, Nataliah McNaughton, Hunter Austin.

Stuart Kilgour Memorial trophy for the overall Coaches Choice

Nataliah McNaughton.

Club Champions

5 Boys: Karter Solly. 5 Girls: Savannah McNaughton. 6 Boys: Raz Ormsby. 6 Girls:

April King. 7 Boys: Chase McKay. 7 Girls: Ivy Garbutt. 8 Boys: Ryan King. 8 Girls: Myla Ormsby. 9 Boys: Eli Miller. 9 Girls: Jude Molloy. 10 Boys: Wolff King. 10 Girls: Nataliah

McNaughton. 11 Boys: Indy Graham. 11 Girls: Aleera Powell. 12 Boys: Hunter Austin. 12

Girls: Willow Lear. 13 Boys: Aiden Best. 14 Girls: Ruby Darwen. 16 Girls: Iyla Lamason.

Bill Richards cups for overall Club Champions

Junior: Myla Ormsby. Senior: Ruby Darwen.

Fleming Cups for Most Improved Athlete

Junior: Charlie Baigent. Senior: Paige Baigent.

Mark Hope Memorial trophy for Outstanding contribution to Tākaka

Athletics: Amy Thornborrow.

Ruby Darwen with high jump coach Rosie Solly. Photos: Supplied. Myla Ormsby, Junior Club Champion.

Ormsby, 6 Boys Club Champion, broke three records.

Savannah McNaughton, 5 Girls Champion, broke four records. Sarah McCleely with Coaches Choice winner Nataliah McNaughton.

Golden Bay on orienteering map

Seven athletes from Golden Bay were part of a larger Nelson contingent to compete at the National Orienteering Championships over four days at Easter. The Sprint was based in Taupo, while the other three forest events were in the foothills of Mt Tarawera. Navigation was intense, with some truly difficult and long courses, plus an unprecedented amount of non-finishers.

Results: Sprint, 1st Anya Murray (20A); 3rd Val Rogers (W70A). Middle Distance, 1st Anya Murray (20A) and Val Rogers (W70A); 3rd Neil Murray (M55A) and Jamal Murray (M21A). Long Distance, 1st Val Rogers (W70A), 2nd Lani Murrray (W18A) and Fleur Murray (W40AS). On day 4, the relays, Jamal, Anya and Lani combined to take out 1st in the Open Short relay. Golden Bay to host nationals

Closer to home, this year’s King’s Birthday weekend will see over 250 competitors and supporters from all over New Zealand and Australia visit the Bay for three days of top-class orienteering.

The Nelson Orienteering Club are thrilled to be hosting this year’s event, one of only two national competitions in the annual orienteering calendar. Thanks to the generosity of the landowners, the events will be held at three different locations: Canaan Downs, Kaihoka Lakes, and the combined Golden Bay High School and Tākaka Primary School campus.

In addition to individual age group competitions, there will a “test match” between elite teams the Pinestars representing New Zealand, and the Bushrangers for Australia, together with selection races for the national secondary school’s team to compete in Australia later in the year. Although the teams are yet to be announced, several of the Nelson club’s orienteers are strong contenders for places in either the Pinestars or the secondary school’s teams.

There will also be recreational courses available for all three events, for participants who like the challenge of orienteering without the pressure of competing. Courses come in a variety of lengths and navigational difficulty. Participants can walk, jog, or run, and they can treat the event as a competition or as a leisure activity. Check out the website for details: https://www. oevents.nz/kb24/. Entries close on Friday 10 May.

The club chose Golden Bay as the venue, not only for its classic orienteering terrain, but also with the objective of bringing additional economic activity to the region at a time that is otherwise quiet for tourist-based businesses. If any Bay business would like to be involved, directly or indirectly, eg through offers of vouchers or discounts, please contact the event coordinator Annemarie Hogenbirk via email: kbgb2024@ gmail.com.

GOATS MAKE HISTORY

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Speaking immediately after the match, McKenna was clearly delighted with his team’s performance. “Everything we’ve done in training came out… I can’t fault the young lads.”

The start of the senior football season saw three other Golden Bay teams begin their 2024 campaigns on Saturday. Also playing at the Rec Park Centre, Golden Bay Gladiators lost 1-6 to Nelson Suburbs FC Athletico Suburbia in the home side’s first ever match at senior level. Over at Neale Park, in the Men’s Masters competition, hosts FC Nelson defeated Golden Bay Stingrays 5-0, but the Bay’s Shield Maidens more than made up for it with a 6-0 win over FC Nelson Diamonds in the Women’s Premiership.

MEN’S AND WOMEN’S COMPETITION

The Goats put the Motueka keeper under pressure.

Last season's dramatic clash between Tākaka and Collingwood saw Collingwood take the honours in a late comeback. File photos.

JO RICHARDS

The 2024 senior rugby season kicks off tomorrow with match day one in the Nelson Bays Division 2 competition.

Both of Golden Bay’s senior sides start their campaigns at home, with Collingwood taking on Marist, and Tākaka hosting Wanderers.

As in last year’s Senior B division, there are 11 teams, each playing five home and five away matches, with one bye.

Now the fixture list is released, Golden Bay rugby fans will be looking for derby day when neighbours Collingwood and Tākaka battle for local bragging rights. This year, the match falls on 22 June, towards the end of the round robin phase. The semifinals and finals will be played on 13 and 20 July respectively.

Tākaka

Things are shaping up nicely for Tākaka’s Senior B side as they prepare for tomorrow’s opening match against Wanderers at the Rec Park. “It’s looking good,” says Hamish Hills, who coaches the team along with Steve Hambrook. “We had a good

pre-season and have a really good core of quality players. It’s a very committed squad.”

This season the red and blue will be without key player Oscar Chubb, and, although inspirational skipper Tom Bassett-Eason will start the campaign, he will only be available for the first few games. Hamish urges anyone who is thinking about playing the game at any level, to get in touch. “The more the merrier.”

Despite changes in the squad, and the possibility of players picking up injuries as the season progresses, Hamish remains optimistic about his team’s prospects. “The Senior B is a tough competition but we’re here to compete, we’re here to win.” And he says he is determined to stick with their “fast running style”.

One factor that makes a difference is the home support – both on the sidelines and beyond. “The crowds we get are incredible,” says Hamish. “And we have some great sponsors; they keep the club going.”

Tākaka Rugby Football Club is also fielding teams at youth level, while the U6s play ripper rugby and the U9s play tackle

senior rugby gets set for kick off

information on Tākaka Rugby Football Club, visit Facebook, or email takakarfc@gmail.com. See ad on page 10.

Collingwood

Collingwood coach Graeme Miller says he is “looking forward” to the start of the season but has some concern over the number of players in his squad. “We’re a bit lower than normal with a core of 16, plus another five or six.”

Although most of last season’s players remain, club legend Gareth “Grevious” Scott has finally hung up his boots. On the plus side, there are some new young squad members, including 18-year-old Ben Rillstone, while star player Liam Miller returns for another season and Ryan McKay stays as team captain. Graeme says, while both ends of the age spectrum are well represented, there’s “a big gap” in between – in the 20– to 28-year-old range.

The coach considers his team well prepared for the challenge ahead. “Our pre-season has been going for about two months

COLLINGWOOD FIXTURES

Kick

Pakawau Beach Park

Have a great season, Black and Gold!

– working mainly on fitness and tweaking our structure of playing.”

He’s looking to maintain the record of reaching the play-off phase – something his teams have achieved in every one of the past 10 seasons. But he has no doubt about the scale of the challenge. “We’ll have to work really hard to make the top four.” With a starting squad of around 20, any loss of players during the campaign could make that target harder to hit. “Injuries may be a turning point,” says Graeme, pointing out that players getting “bigger” and changes in tackling technique are contributing factors.

Graeme recognises that success is not just about what happens on the pitch and expresses his gratitude for the “great community support” and for the sponsorship the club receives: “We wouldn’t survive without it.”

For more information on Collingwood Rugby Football Club visit Facebook, or email crfc1889@gmail.com.

off 1.15pm. All home matches played at Collingwood RFC ground.

The local derby match is always a highlight of the senior rugby season. This year the fixture is scheduled for 22 June.

Collingwood's Liam Miller fends off tackles against Murchison.

Mentoring to maximise potential

Speaking to Rochelle Nicholls about her work, the word “potential” crops up a lot in the conversation.

The Golden Bay mentoring co-ordinator for Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of Nelson-Tasman uses it to sum up the purpose of their program. “Our key vision is to help all young people realise their full potential.”

If that promise is to be fulfilled, Rochelle, who is also a kindergarten relief teacher, says children need to be nourished from an early age. “At kindy, you get to see a child’s potential from a very nurturing place, there is so much learning happening in play, as children grow older, and the many changing influences around them have a huge impact on how they reach their full potential.”

BBBS is all about achieving potential, matching up young people with a suitable older volunteer mentor. Rochelle explains there are three ways to get involved: student mentors, in which a year 12 student is matched with a year 7 counterpart; adult community mentors who can be matched with any child over six years old and up to the age of 12 within the local community; and a school-based option where an adult visits a primary school within term time.

“We currently have 21 student mentors at Golden Bay High School,” says Rochelle, stressing the benefit of the scheme. “It’s important for a young child coming from a small primary school.”

In Golden Bay there are also 10 community mentors (five men and five women aged between mid-30s and 70 years-old) plus an additional two at the training stage and two at the start of the screening process.

All mentors – whether student or community based –regularly spend time with their mentees. “Volunteers meet with their young person every week for a minimum of one year for one-two hours, either at school or in the community,”

says Rochelle, adding that pairs enjoy a wide range of activities. “They go out to the beach, playground or café, play board games, go kayaking, biking or baking.” She stresses the focus is on building a trusting relationship. “It’s not about changing the child but mentoring them, being a really good role model, empowering them to see their true value.”

Her 20-hour per week role takes her out and about across Golden Bay to connect with schools and catch up with all those involved with BBBS. “I love being out in the community,” says Rochelle who was born and raised in the Bay.

She points out that BBBS relies completely on sponsorship, donations, and annual fundraisers. “There is no funding from Government.” Fortunately, there are numerous regional sponsors, as well as local supporters including Telegraph Hotel, Trash Palace, FreshChoice and Fonterra plus other “wonderful local businesses” who have donated vouchers and items for raffles and fundraisers. Limited resources and increasing costs mean that, although Rochelle is keen to expand the local branch to help young people, especially those who have faced challenges, the Golden Bay operation has reached capacity.

One welcome boost has come from Nelson-based car dealer and long-term BBBS sponsor, Bowater Hyundai, which since mid-January has supplied Rochelle with a complimentary set of wheels. “It’s a six-month trial,” explains Rochelle who is currently driving around to meet up with mentors, mentees and their whānau in a top-of-the-range EV. “Big Brothers Big Sisters are extremely grateful of this generous support allowing us to move around the wider Mohua area to support those on the programme,” says Rochelle.

Returning to the “P-word”, Rochelle encourages any potential sponsors or mentors to get in touch with her at: rochelle@bigbrothersbigsistersnelson.org.nz

For more information on BBBS, visit their website: www. bigbrothersbigsistersnelson.org.nz

The Golden Bay mentoring co-ordinator for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Nelson-Tasman, Rochelle Nicholls. Photo: Jo Richards.

JO RICHARDS

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Nelson-Tasman Tuakana Teina

CLASSIFIEDS

RESULTS

BRIDGE

10 April. Championship Pairs Session 3: H Curtis/J Harper 74.60%; E Bradshaw/R Smith 60.32%; L Roberts/P Smith 59.52%. H/cap: H Curtis/J Harper 71.25%; E Bradshaw/R Smith 60.34%; L Roberts/P Smith 56.94%.

12 April. Friday Champs Session 4: K Van Der Struys/C Mead 61.25%; H & S Rinaldi 58.75%; E Bradshaw/L Scurr 58.75%. H/cap: K Van Der Struys/C Mead 58.87%; H & S Rinaldi 58.75%; E Bradshaw/L Scurr 56.05%.

GOLF

Golden Bay Open 6 and 7 April full results

Overall gross: Sam Nichols. Overall nett: Zinzan Reynish. Overall stableford: Greg Ryan. Senior gross: Corey Taylor. Runner-up: Sean Riordan. Senior nett: Will Collie. Runner-up: Rob Ancell. Senior stableford: Paul Silke. Runner-up: James Campion. Intermediate gross: Neill Barnes. Runner-up: Phillip Krammer. Intermediate nett: Roger Tait. Runner-up: Dave Win. Intermediate stableford: Paul Hay. Runner-up: Simon Winter. Junior gross: Richard Tait. Runner-up: Carl Hadler. Junior nett: Robbie Miller. Runner-up: Stuart Win. Junior stableford: Peter Solly. Runner-up: Brian Miller. Ladies gross: Jo Rainbird. Ladies nett: Sue Meredith. Runner-up: Janet Leith. Ladies stableford: Chris Hill.

AGM NOTICES

FOREST and Bird AGM, Monday 6 May, 2pm, 144 Rangihaeata Road, RD2, Rangihaeata.

FRIENDS of Mangarakau Swamp AGM, Collingwood Memorial Hall, 11am on Tuesday 7 May. All welcome.

GB Community Service Vehicle Trust (Wrinklies Express) AGM, Thursday 2 May, 10am at Tākaka Bowling Club. All welcome.

PROJECT Rameka AGM, Wednesday 1 May, 7.30pm, Senior Citizens' Hall. All welcome.

TĀKAKA Drama Society Inc AGM, Sunday 5 May, 2pm at the Playhouse. To be discussed: Dramatical activities, to celebrate the Society's 75th, Diamond Jubilee to be held in 2025. All old and new members most welcome.

NARCOTICS Anonymous Golden Bay meeting, Mondays 6pm, 42 Commercial Street, hall behind church. All welcome.

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

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

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

GB 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.

ATTENTION COMMUNITY

Trash Palace will be closed from Wednesday 1st May, re-opening Thursday 9th May. This is because the courtyard area will be off limits due to buildings being painted.

So PLEASE NO donations to be dropped during this time, as the area will be closed and the donation bin removed.

Trash Ladies will be having a much needed break over this closure. Sorry for any inconvenience.

See you all on Thursday 9th with all your clean, saleable donations, minus the rubbish. is happy to hold its AGM on Tuesday 30 April, 4pm at the Shared Grounds in Kotinga. The AGM will be followed by a Committee Meeting. All are welcome. For enquiries please call Tamara 022 126 0933.

PERSONAL NOTICES / Pānui ake

LLOYD, Bella nee Arabella Neill-Fraser. Mercifully passed in peace and with no pain, close family were at her bedside during her last night, in the early morning of 9 April 2024 at the Nelson Tasman Hospice after many struggles with illness. Dearly beloved wife of Adam (for 35 years), mother and mother-in-law of Phoebe and Danny, Olivia and Michael, Flora, and Leo and grandmother to Amelie, Henry, and Raya. A private non-denominational service will be held at the Hope Gardens of Remembrance Crematorium, on Saturday 27 April, commencing at 1pm. Messages to the Lloyd Family C/- Marsden House, 41 Nile Street, Nelson, and if you wish, it can be included at her commemoration event which will be live streamed, link available on request please email support@daysfuneralservices.co.nz. In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to Nelson Hospice: https://www. nelsonhospice.org.nz/support-hospice/donate-funds/ in Bella's memory.

POMEROY, Barry Richard QSM. Passed peacefully at Nelson Summerset in the Sun, Stoke, Nelson on 10 April 2024. In his 88th year. Dearly loved husband of the late Gae. Much loved father and father-in-law of the late Robert and the late Karina, Shane, Vicky, Christopher and Lynda. Proud grandad of all his grandchildren, late grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Loved brother of Dale and Jenny and the late Wayne. The friends of Barry are respectfully informed that his funeral service will be held at the Collingwood Memorial Hall, 9 Tasman Street, Collingwood on Friday 19 April 2024 commencing at 1.00pm, followed by interment at the Collingwood Cemetery. The service will be livestreamed, please email: support@ marsdenhouse.co.nz for details. Barry's family wish to thank the staff at Summerset Hospital and village residents for all your care and support. Messages to 37b/1 Brook Street, Nelson 7010.

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Rose Slow P 035259213

INFLUENZA AND/OR COVID BOOSTER VACCINATION CLINICS

Collingwood Area

Wednesday 1st May 2024 10am - 4pm at the Collingwood Hall

Thursday 2nd May 2024 9am-11am at the Bainham Hall

Thursday 2nd May 2024 1pm -3.30pm at the Pakawau Hall

Walk-in clinics - no appointment needed

Drycleaning & Laundry service

in the Bay!

PICK-UP & DROP-OFF AGENT: Stitch ‘n Sew

71 Commercial Street (Next to GB Museum)

Ph: 525 8177 | Open: Mon-Sat from 10am

Weekly turnaround - drop off on Wednesday and pick up next Thursday

Urgent service available - phone us for details

PHONE 03 548 3473 mastervaletnelson.co.nz

EMPLOYMENT WANTED / Hiahia mahi

TIDY worker available. Small jobs. Painting, oiling, other. Ph Alex 020 4105 8578.

SITUATIONS VACANT / Tūranga wātea

CRANIOSACRAL = realign. Heals nervous system, trauma, chronic pain, insomnia, physical injuries, immunity, anxiety, busy life. For overall body wellness. Ph Alvina for appointments 027 531 6426.

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

MASSAGE. Ph Willem 022 134 1726.

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

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

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

Rachael - 022 637 0497 I goldenbayhypnotherapy.com

Golden Bay Mobile Pedicare by Anke

FootWorks

Ph 03 525 9228 / 027 606 7200

Email: athomas@gmx.net

Intrinsic Intelligence Massage

Remedial - Deep Tissue - Myofascial Release

Samantha Specht

Dip Mass MSTM

Ph 022 044 3323

Marjo van Dijk

Structural Integration & Clinical Myofascial Practitioner

www.structuralbalance.co.nz 027 781 6865

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.

Lolly Dadley-Moore RCST, PACT

Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy OPTIMISING HEALTH

Can address pain, injury, trauma, life transitions. Pivotal for immunity health and post viral syndrome. Working with individuals, children and babies. Ph 027 338 9504 www.inbodyhealth.co.nz ꟾ info@inbodyhealth.co.nz

GOLDEN BAY MASSAGE

Deep Tissue • Sports • Relaxation Therapeutic • Trigger Point Therapy for Chronic Muscular Pain/Dysfunction

Lymphatic Drainage for Lymphoedema & Post Surgery

Contact Care for Impact Injury

30 Years experience. Paul 027 772 7334

TRADES AND SERVICES / Mahi a ratonga

Abel Tasman Accounting Limited

Xero Certified, Public Practice CA.

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

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

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

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

CHIMNEY cleaning, handyman. Ph Ry South 022 513 3947.

CHIMNEY sweep and firebox maintenance. GB Chimney Cleaning ph 027 458 7679.

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

CURTAIN tapes, buchram, cushion inners, liners, sheers, curtain and upholstery fabrics. Imagine designs for all your curtains and blinds, 96b Commercial St, next to Laser Electrical. Ph 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.

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

GOLDEN BAY ROOFING

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

GOLDEN Bay Storage, Tā kaka. Dry, safe, secure, alarmed, insurance approved. Furniture trailer available. Ph Marg 027 222 5499, goldenbaystorage@gmail.com

HANDYMAN/ maintenance service, small building, carpentry, chainsawing. Other jobs to be discussed. References provided. Ph Shaun 027 880 3535.

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

HELPING HANDS ph 525 6226. Te Whare Mahana Supported Employment. Lawnmowing, line trimming, garden maintenance, riparian planting, scrub-cutting, gutter cleaning, recycling, pothole repair, waterblasting, window cleaning, house moves. How can we help?

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

LAWN mowing and garden maintenance. ProMow Services NZ ph 027 458 7679.

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.

MOHUA Glass and Glazing. Ph 027 410 9105, mohuaglass@ 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.

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

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

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

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

WINDOW cleaning. Ph Willem 022 134 1726.

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

FOR SALE / Hei hokohoko

GARAGE sale. Saturday 20 April, 9am-12pm, 8 Arapeta Place. Plants, retro homewares, toys (Schleich), books, clothing, etc. Postponed if raining.

FIREWOOD, good selection. Ph Bay Firewood 027 769 6348.

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

CURTAIN tapes, buchram, cushion inners, liners, sheers, curtain and upholstery fabrics. Imagine designs for all your curtains and blinds, 96b Commercial St, next to Laser Electrical. Ph 027 440 0071.

"THE SHOWGROUNDS" booklet available from FreshChoice foyer stall, all day on Wednesday 24 April.

CURTAIN tracks, 10 colours, different bracket options, good quality strong tracks. Fabrics, liners and Luxaflex® blinds. View at Imagine designs, 96b Commercial St Tākaka, next to Laser Electrical. Ph 027 440 0071.

TO GIVE AWAY / Koha

GOLDFISH, as we are shifting. Ph 524 8993.

WANTED / Hiahia

JAPANESE motorcycles wanted for parts. Rusty/wrecks 19601980 for resto work. Anything considered. Ph 022 643 6617.

CHURCH SERVICES ON SUNDAYS

GOLDEN Bay Anglican Parish 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, 7 and 21 April; traditional services (with a speaker) held on alternate fortnights, 14 and 28 April.

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

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

Seek His will in all you do, and He will show you which path to take Proverbs 3:6

ONEKAKA, large self-contained loft studio unit, open plan. Suit couple or single person. Available now, $330/week plus power. Email: sjben@outlook.com

ANATOKI SALMON fishing and café. Catch your own lunch or order from the menu. Open every day from 9am-4.30pm. 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. Final pizza night for the season this Saturday: Neapolitanstyle pizza cooked to order 5.30-7.30pm. Ph 524 8194.

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 5 days from 9am, weekend brunch

Sunday Service 10am

All Welcome

Pastor: Rodney Watson 0275 114 266

93 Commercial St, Takaka. www.godunlimited.org Ph: 525 9265

Kahurangi Christian Church

Sunday 21 April, 10am

Combined service with GB Anglicans

42 Commercial St Tākaka

Contact Lauren Swafford, 027 629 8111

SELF -contained unit to rent, Patons Rock, April to November. $250, includes power. Ph 027 591 0046.

TOTOS CAFÉ & PIZZA: Open weekends in April, as well as ANZAC day, weather permitting, 11am to 4pm. totoscafegallery@gmail.com, ph 03 970 7934.

Updates on Facebook and Instagram.

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

ZATORI. Restaurant open Friday and Saturday, 4.30-8.30pm. Fabulous dining by the seaside. Divine fresh whole foods –tapas, sharing platters and sweets – and huge wine list. Great service and amazing views. No bookings needed, just come and enjoy!

GALLERIES / Whakakitenga

EARTHSEA Gallery: 76 Boyle St (Golf Course Rd), Clifton, Tākaka. Ph 525 7007. Open most days, 10am-5pm. Fine landscape paintings and reproduction giclee prints. www.earthseagallery. com

UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere

FRIDAY 19 APRIL

TEA 'N TALK. Old School Café, Pakawau, 10.30am. Drinks no charge. Hosted by Pakawau Rural Women. Be good to see you there. Ph Joyce 524 8364. POPPY DAY. Please support our veterans by donating and obtaining a Poppy at FreshChoice and Take Note Tākaka and On the Spot Collingwood.

BADMINTON, REC PARK CENTRE, 7.30-9.30pm. All welcome. Ph Kerry 027 525 7007.

SATURDAY 20 APRIL

NEURODIVERSITY AFFIRMING PRACTICE WORKSHOP, 1-4pm, Golden Bay Community Centre Hall, $50. Contact rebecca@chronicresilienceot.com

GARAGE SALE. 9am-12pm, 8 Arapeta Place. Postponed if raining.

UPCOMING

MONDAY 22 APRIL

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS GOLDEN BAY meeting, Mondays 6pm, 42 Commercial Street, hall behind church. All welcome.

TUESDAY 23 APRIL

GB WEEKLY DEADLINE: noon on Tuesdays. Late fees apply until 4pm Tuesdays, if space is available. Stitch ‘n Sew is our agent in Tākaka. Or you can email us: admin@gbweekly.co.nz or phone us 027 525 8679.

WEDNESDAY 24 APRIL

"THE SHOWGROUNDS" BOOKLET available from FreshChoice foyer stall, all day.

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 25 APRIL

ANZAC DAY. Both dawn and civic services held at Tākaka and Collingwood. See TDC advert on this page and Newsline for full details.

DAYTIME BADMINTON, Rec Park Centre, 9-11am. All welcome. Ph Kerry 027 525 7007.

LATER EVENTS

FOREST AND BIRD AGM, Monday 6 May, 2pm, 144 Rangihaeata Road, RD2, Rangihaeata.

LATER EVENTS

CONTEMPORARY DANCE CLASSES, term 2 from 30 April. Information and to register visit www.thefunkisphere.com

PICNIC LUNCH AND WALK FOR ACWW DAY (Assoc Country Women of the Word), Saturday 27 April. All welcome to this Pakawau Rural Women event, destination Browns Hut and a little further. Contact Joyce for details and car pool, kaihoka@ xtra.co.nz, ph 524 8364.

“POPPY DAY TODAY”

Please support our Veterans and families by making a donation at ‘FreshChoice’ and ‘Take Note’ Takaka or ‘On the Spot’ Collingwood.

Services and Parades

Thursday 25 April 2024

Richmond

Parade – 10.45 am from Sundial Square. Service – 11.00 am at War Memorial Gardens, Cambridge Street.

Brightwater Service – 9.00 am at Brightwater Domain, Lord Rutherford Road.

Wakefield Service – 10.00 am at the Wakefield Cenotaph, Whitby Way (Wakefield Village Hall if wet).

Motueka Parade – 6.15 am from the Motueka Bowling Club car park, Pah Street, followed by breakfast at Motueka RSA.

Murchison

Laying of poppies – 6.30 am at the Murchison Cemetery. Service – 11.00 am at the Memorial in Waller Street (Murchison Sport, Recreation and Cultural Centre if wet).

Māpua

Parade – 10.45 am, by the tennis courts. Service – 11.00 am at Māpua RSA Memorial Library. Upper Moutere Service – 10.30 am at the Memorial.

Riwaka Service – 9.00 am at the Memorial Gates, intersection of School Road and SH60.

Tākaka

Dawn Service – 6.30 am at the Tākaka Memorial Reserve, Commercial Street. Parade – 8.45 am, leaves from outside Golden Bay Pharmacy. Civic Service – 9.00 am service at the Tākaka Memorial Reserve, Commercial Street.

Ngātīmoti

Laying of Wreath and Service – 10.30 am at St James Church, Waiwhero Road.

Tapawera Service – 9.00 am at the Tapawera Memorial Hall, Main Road.

Tasman Service – 10.30 am at the Memorial.

Collingwood

Dawn Service – 6.30 am at the Cenotaph. Civic Service – 11.30 am at the Collingwood Memorial Hall.

Lake Rotoiti

Flag Ceremony – 10.30 am at the Lake Rotoiti Community Hall.

Programmes to listen out for:

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 with a new episode every fortnight, on FreshFM!

Do you have a desire to share what you know and your skills via radio?

We are always on the look out for volunteer radio programme makers who would like to share their expertise on differing subjects.If you are keen we can assist you with training and support to get you up and running.For further information or talk about your ideas email motueka@freshfm.net

Roots Gig Guide

THURSDAYs ALL OF APRIL

OPEN MIC

from 8

1 Commercial st, Takaka

The Mussel Inn Coming Up...

Sat 20th SONIC DELUSION - Happy, funky and groovy Indie Pop $20 door.

Sun 21st MIKE HOGAN - plays a classical guitar repertoire as well as his own original compositions. $10 door.

Mon 22nd SINGALONG ‘ROUND THE PIANO with Craig Denham - 7.30pm. All welcome.

Thu 25th QUIZ - 7.30pm. All welcome.

Sat 27th SEA MOUSE. $15 door.

Mon 29th SINGALONG ‘ROUND THE PIANO with Craig Denham - 7.30pm. All welcome.

MAY

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Friday: Northwesterlies easing with southerlies developing in the evening. A few showers in the west, clearing. Cloudy periods elsewhere but dry.

Saturday: Southeasterlies. Mainly high cloud and dry although a few showers developing in the west.

Sunday: Southwesterlies, becoming strong for a time west of Parapara. A few showers along western coasts, otherwise mainly fine weather.

Monday: Strong southwesterlies about Farewell and along western coasts. A few showers in the west otherwise cloudy periods and fine breaks.

Tuesday: Southwesterlies easing. Mainly fine and mild by afternoon.

Sat 4th YOUNG MOON

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