Labour’s spokesperson for Education and Women, Hon Jan Tinetti MP, visited Golden Bay recently to see the upgrades of Te Waka Kura o Mohua/Golden Bay High School (GBHS), Collingwood Area School (CAS) and meet people in the front line of the community’s social services. The schools rebuilding projects were undertaken during her time as Education Minister in the former Labour Government. On the first stop on the tour, at GBHS, Jan was shown around the by principal Jono Hay and teacher Anaru Mikaere. "It was a pleasure to host Jan Tinetti on a tour of the school,” said Jono. “We are very thankful for the role that she played as Minister for Education in approving funding for our property redevelopment. Jan was impressed with the design of the learning spaces, the way that the cultural narrative is deeply embedded into the
buildings and imagery and also the high level of engagement in learning that she observed from our students in their classrooms."
Jan then visited CAS where deputy principal Melissa Dixon, who accompanied Jan on her tour of the school, said it was “a pleasure” to host the MP. “We had the opportunity to showcase how effectively the teaching and learning spaces are being utilised and meeting the needs of our ākonga... She appreciated how our unique local environment influenced our planning, and she acknowledged the significant role that Manawhenua ki Mohua played in embedding our cultural narrative into the design of our new spaces.”
Jan, who welcomed feedback from staff and students during her visit, said, “It was wonderful to see them for myself and hear from the staff and students what a difference the upgrades have made for their lives at
school. As a former teacher, I know what a difference a good classroom environment can make for teachers and students. I was very impressed with the beautiful new teaching and resource spaces, offering greater flexibility and improved learning environments.”
She noted the students appreciated the practical, as well as the pedagogical, benefits of the new building. “In the words of one of the pupils in the junior classes at Collingwood, ‘It’s great we don’t get wet going to the library now’.”
Jan also met staff at Mohua Social Services (MSS) and the Golden Bay Workcentre Trust (GBWT) in Tākaka.
MSS service manager Premal Gauntlett said she was pleased to have the opportunity to talk directly with the MP. “She was very informed and interested to hear some of the current issues we are facing in our community.
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The results of Tasman District Council (TDC’s) recent survey show that resident satisfaction remains similar to last year while pointing to a number of areas for improvement.
Tasman District Council (TDC)’s Residents Satisfaction Survey is an annual exercise designed to gather public feedback on what the Council is doing well and where it can improve its services. The survey measures community use and satisfaction across a range of Council services and facilities including transportation, three water infrastructure, waste management, communication, and customer service. Between 1 May and 11 June, market research company Research First called 197 landlines and 203 cell phones, selected at random to provide a representative sample of Tasman residents. A quota system was used to ensure the sample included a range of respondents based on age, location, and gender, representative of the District’s population. Survey questions were based on 21 performance measures relating to levels of service and targets from Tasman’s 10-Year Plan 2021–2031. Responses from survey participants showed that of these 21 performance measures, 15 achieved their target and six did not. TDC chief executive Leonie Rae said the value of a regular survey offered mutual benefit to council staff and its residents – through identifying and appraising how well Council services are being delivered. “Having this kind of measurable data available to us is extremely important in maintaining the high standard we aim to provide our residents – thanks to everyone who participated in the survey.”
Notable results: 71% of respondents were satisfied with the Council’s performance overall (compared to 73% in 2023 and 64% in 2022);
• 69% of respondents felt the Council’s reputation was good/very good (compared to 72% in 2023 and 66% in 2022);
• There was a high satisfaction with our recreational facilities, libraries, storm/ waste/drinking water and kerbside recycling, which all had over 85% satisfaction.
• However, residents noted they felt significantly less safe when cycling (41%) as opposed to driving (85%) or walking (73%).
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Jan Tinetti with Te Waka Kura O Mohua/Golden Bay High School staff member Anaru Mikaere and principal Jono Hay. Photo: Supplied.
Minister visits "slice of paradise"
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We shared about our recent cuts to our counselling funding from Oranga Tamariki and the potential cuts within Family Start. Both of these will leave our community more vulnerable.”
At GBWT Jan met with general manager Cait Tomlinson, chair of the Board of Trustees Lisa Lewis, and trustee Linda Tame. “We had a delightful meeting with the Honourable Jan Tinetti,” said Cait. “The discussions centred around the critical need for consistent and sustainable funding for youth initiatives, including The Youth Habitat and Get Sorted, both projects of the Workcentre. Additionally, we emphasised the importance of government investment in rural communities to guarantee equal access to services and address the specific challenges faced by rural populations.”
Jan paid tribute to both organisations. “Golden Bay is very lucky to have such dedicated and committed social services workers. We talked about the challenges NGOs face and the hoops they need to go through to get grants to keep them financially sustainable as well as urban-centric government policies that don’t take into account rural needs.”
Jan also took time to visit Te Waikoropupū Springs and expressed concern about the potential impacts of the proposed gold mine. “It’s distressing to think this beautiful taonga could be at risk from mining. Last September, the Labour Government brought in the highest level of protection for the Springs, a Government Water Conservation Order (WCO).”
The final stop on her schedule was a visit to HealthPost in Collingwood where she was clearly impressed with the company’s business model. “HealthPost demonstrates how business
can be good for the local economy and the environment.”
A few days later Jan reflected on her visit to the Bay and the time she had spent with members of the community.
“It was obvious that all groups face unique challenges but the strength of the community shines through as they strive to deliver the
Describing Golden Bay as “a slice of paradise,” Jan is already looking forward to her next visit. “I also hope to come back in the near future for a holiday.”
Golden Bay WorkCentre Trust chairperson Lisa Lewis, general manager Cait Tomlinson, trustee Linda Tame and Jan Tinetti. Photo: Supplied.
Collingwood Area School Board member Dan Jessep, Jan Tinetti, senior student Nora Becker and deputy principal Mel Dixon. Photo: Supplied.
Send in the cones: roadworks ahead
Waka Kotahi, The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) plans a range of works for the Tākaka and Golden Bay area over the coming months. These include regular state highway maintenance, repairs, and renewals as part of our annual summer maintenance programme, as well as some specific project works.
Rob Service, System Manager, Top of the South, says: "There will be closures on the Tākaka Hill as part of our summer resurfacing work. To ensure disruption is kept to an absolute minimum, we will try our best to ensure this coincides with repairs of the underslip near the Riwaka Valley Road intersection. We appreciate roadworks do create delays and some frustration for road users. However, road maintenance and repairs are essential if we are to ensure State Highway 60 remains resilient and accessible for drivers. Please bear with us over the coming months as our contractors carry out these tasks. The work they do is an important investment in a critical regional transport link".
SH60 Commercial Street Road resurfacing work is also planned for State Highway
60 Commercial Street in Tākaka. We expect this to be done in November. Further details about its timing and impact will be shared with the community once plans are finalised.
Birds Hill
Work to repair the slip at State Highway 60 Birds Hill is currently in the design phase, and we hope to have this phase completed before the end of the year. At this stage, we are considering installing horizontal drainage to remove water from the slip and reinforcing the slope with rock or concrete to stabilise the hillside. Further details will be shared with the community when designs and a work schedule are confirmed.
Tākaka Hill underslip
We are working to have this section of the highway back to two lanes before Christmas. We have finished the site tests and geotechnical evaluation of the slip and are now developing designs for its repair. Once this is complete, we will be able to share more details about the timing of the repairs and how they will affect people travelling over the Tākaka Hill. Temporary traffic management remains in place to keep traffic away from the underslip, and bollards have been installed to keep drivers safe. The affected road section continues to operate as a single lane, with stop/go traffic lights 24 hours a day, with a temporary speed limit of 30kmph. Drivers can expect delays of up to 10 minutes, so should allow extra time for their trips when travelling over the Tākaka Hill.
TDC RESIDENTS SURVEY
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• There was little change in the use of our recreational facilities, a slight increase in the use of public toilets, and a significant increase in library usage across the district.
There was increased satisfaction with the level of information provided by Council.
Commenting on the above results, TDC stated that, although performance targets were met, it will look at ways
to improve public consultation, footpaths, and the way rates are spent on services and facilities.
The survey report also provided comparisons of survey results with other New Zealand councils and noted that residents’ overall performance satisfaction put TDC in an above-average position when considered alongside similar councils.
The full report can be viewed at www.tasman.govt.nz
A return to two lanes by Christmas is planned for the Tākaka Hill underslip near Riwaka Valley Road. Photo: Supplied.
Road resurfacing work is planned for State Highway 60 Commercial Street this year. File photo.
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LETTERS
A district-wide look at the district-wide rate
In Tasman District there are a number of district-wide rates with each rateable property (27,760 properties) contributing to those activities. The premise being that everyone benefits from these services, that there is public good involved.
The rationale for the Waimea Dam district-wide rate was that there would be region-wide benefits when the region lifts its GDP as a result of the increase in water availability on the Waimea Plains. Those in the zone of benefit pay significantly more, as they should, and Waimea irrigator shareholders are certainly paying much more than they’d hoped to. Obviously Golden Bay and Murchison Wards have more tenuous links to those benefits. During the recent Long Term Plan, where the dam rate per property has increased to $107, largely in response to the $100m project overruns, I made a strong argument that the increase should be relative. And while it was acknowledged I had made a good case, Celia Butler and I are two of 14 votes. There was no appetite from councillors of other wards for Golden Bay to pay less. The argument also comes back that Golden Bay has benefited from district-wide contributions to our infrastructure.
I understand as well that there are ratepayers in Golden Bay that have supported the building of the dam and who have been willing to contribute to it.
Chris Hill, Golden Bay Ward Councillor MACA attack: fast tracks across traditional claims
Many will remember this kaupapa when it was called the "foreshore and seabed claims" and now under the Marine and Coastal Area (Takutai Moana) Act (MACA). The Government will ensure section 58, which requires that applicants prove they hold the relevant area in accordance with tikanga and they have "exclusively used and occupied" an area "from 1840 to the present day without substantial interruption", is not interpreted the way the Courts did.
A judgment by the Court of Appeal last year found groups only needed to show they had enough control over the area to keep others from using it, and situations where the law itself had preventing them from doing so could be ignored.
The Government is amending the Act to return the section 58 test back to the old English common law principles used in the Act. This change probably rules out any of the South Island claims as a result of Crown purchases and the New Zealand Company purchases and most North Island claims.
For Māori there would have been little real gains through MACA claims. Many claims were about mana over the areas of coastline that make up an iwi’s takiwa or traditional tribal area. The claims were difficult even under the Court of Appeal’s decision and this will stop most of them and assure seabed miners that their fast-tracked applications will have even less opposition.
Morris Te Whiti Love Rocks and roll
One of the rocks left on the public beach has fallen over due to wind, rain or tides.
Anything that might have made a nest in the gaps that were between or under this rock, has now been crushed to death.
Will the owners of these rocks take responsibility for being the ultimate cause of death of any birds, and for any injuries that people using the beach might suffer if another of the rocks falls over on them, and when (if ever) do they intend removing the rocks?
Or are they too busy with their pet project of trying to keep dogs off the beach?
Coming home to roost is a shore thing
Gary Thorpe
In reply to Glen Newman (GBW, 16/8) Forest and Bird in their early engagement on the Dog Control Bylaw asked for the Collingwood Roost to be dog prohibited. The Collingwood Roost is an Ornithological Society of New Zealand (OSNZ) scientific site. OSNZ has undertaken a seasonal census here for the last 24 years, recording species and numbers of shorebirds. This important data helps to measure the decline or increase in shorebirds here in Golden Bay.
The section of the coastline that encompasses protection of the Collingwood Roost measures around 350 metres. Surely this isn’t a big ask for the threatened and at-risk species that use it to sleep when they are not out feeding? The Collingwood Roost was once a shorebird nesting site but the frequent disturbance of people and dogs has seen nesting birds abandon the site. Wouldn’t it be nice if they returned and gave residents and visitors the opportunity to observe this cycle of their lives, or, if we could ensure these birds get the sleep they need for their survival?
Cynthia McConville, on behalf Forest and Bird Golden Bay Power to the people: why we bother to protest
From the Boston Tea Party to the Civil Rights Movement led by the iconic Martin Luther King Jr, history is filled with landmark protests that have shaped the world we live in today. These protests serve as reminders of the power of ordinary
people coming together to demand justice and equality and effecting change.
It is with these thoughts that we invite those who are concerned about the potential pollution from the Sam's Creek gold mine to the following event: a billboard painting event at the Community Gardens and Sustainable Living Centre from 10am-2pm on Sunday 25 August. Bring your paints, brushes, aerosols and billboards.
Ivor Evans
Good dog owners are beach custodians too
A group of 80+ dog loving locals have banded together to discuss the proposed changes. We have been very frustrated at the Council's behaviour around dog control and signage and are annoyed at being treated as anti-bird heathens. We are not that.
We are an important part of our Bay. Most of us walk the beaches every day rain or shine, we pick up glass and rubbish, we take sick birds to the vet, we report anything dangerous, we monitor visitors and often take them on when they misbehave. We need access to beaches as we are custodians too.
Despite being good dog owners we get scapegoated for the behaviour of others – ones that don’t contain their pets, quad bikers, sign defacers and walkers that disturb and even deliberately harm wildlife.
We are formulating a response to the TDC proposals and invite others to join the Good Dog Owners GB community at www.facebook.com/groups/gooddogownersgb, or if you are not online email me at hulax3@gmail.com
We are also advocating for more welcoming, appropriate signage.
Just a reminder to all – there is a huge penalty if your dog attacks protected wildlife – up to two years in prison and a $10,000 fine. Please keep your dogs on your property, or start saving up your dollars. This needs to stop.
Gay Hamilton WHO serves who?
The Pandemic Preparedness Treaty is now vastly different from its 2005 International Health Regulations "base" document. Concerns include:
• The World Health Organisation (WHO) has moved from being an advisory organisation to having total health control over governments and citizens world-wide, despite being a proven mediocre health organisation with low ethical standards.
It omits previously guaranteed fundamental human rights.
The WHO is not a publicly elected body, nor is it democratically accountable to the citizens it claims to serve. A variety of funders are believed to have inappropriate influence. For example, according to WHO 2020–2021 accounts, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation was the third largest funder. Could it be that "He who pays the piper gets to choose the tune", is correct (given 20:1 vaccine profits!)?
• By operating with partners, a system of information censorship aims to prevent any discussion on, or opposition to, all WHO "health" lockdowns, masks, mRNA, etc.
• At a time when governments are struggling to provide viable health systems, the WHO is proposing that governments pay five per cent of all existing health budgets to the WHO and a percentage of their GDP.
The WHO's concept of "one size fits all" for world health crisis is not acceptable. History has taught us that effective worldwide health crisis responses require flexible responses that meet different local needs, utilising varying local resources in culturally appropriate ways.
The WHO and its 2030 agenda partners have proven themselves to be neither safe nor effective.
Sunshine Appleby
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CORRECTION
IN last week’s article on the library Book Quiz (GBW, 16/8), we incorrectly stated that Liz Batten had been principal of Tākaka Primary but she was in fact principal of Central Tākaka School. Our apologies for the error.
TRADES & SERVICES
6 Your speciality; stop the ball! (5)
7 Sodden lard. (8)
10 Crane constructing, am I after no shark? (7)
11 Inactive man inside trod backwards. (7)
12 Ian must get organised for disaster. (7)
13 Danced like a pickle? (7)
14 Create jet so poorly it aids rapid departure. (7,4)
19 Sink the pioneer. (7)
21 Opposite the way Hamlet soliloquises. (7)
23 Decelerate, I hear one of the notes is out of tune. (4,3)
25 Misbehaving like an earlybird? (7)
26 Shrink the agreement. (8)
27 Adam’s mate goes to Darwin address for a do. (5)
1 Em, in crumpled undies, is partly clad. (8)
2 Concept concealed by stupid earl. (4)
3 Organise a clergyman of the present time. (10)
4 Tend to object. (4)
5 Swarthy and unjustified. (6)
6 Hosts weather features. (6)
8 Eastender’s fib is a cold savoury. (4,3)
9 Scrutinise the den. (5)
13 Friendship arising out of soft drink? (10)
15 Roughly send Tom the furthest away. (7)
16 Bust rein badly for hilltop generators. (8)
17 Frequently belonging to a numeral. (5)
18 Sinker is a point to the rowers (6)
20 Increase the ammunition and get a result. (6)
22 Lay helper who sticks to the margin? (6)
24 Unravel the fight. (4)
MY FAVOURITE NOVEL
HENDRIX HOUSLEY, YEAR 7, GBHS
To Trap a Thief is a great book written by an amazing author. One of the many things I liked about it is how it is set in Golden Bay and I have been to many of the places mentioned.
Des Hunt is one of my favourite authors and I love how his books are about native animals and still have an amazing amount of adventure. The descriptive language in it makes you feel like you are there. All of Des Hunt's books are amazing, but I especially enjoyed reading this one. I like how it takes you down New Zealand and ends in Mohua (Golden Bay). Another great thing about it is how it has a great plot. I can picture it all happening in my mind and that shows how incredibly well Des Hunt has described it.
Des Hunt is a New Zealand author and just makes every book he writes so amazing. When you read one of Des Hunt's books you learn so much.
To Trap a Thief is a book for most people. If you like crime fighting, BMX, gaming and just general adventure this is the book for you. All in all it is an astonishing read and I highly recommend it to every book reader out there.
Do you think you're going to read it? Well I certainly think you should, tell your friends about it and read more of Des Hunt's books!
I hope that Des Hunt will write more spectacular books for people to enjoy.
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Golden Bay actor, director and writer Martine Baanvinger is back with her solo show Red Heavens – from Stromboli to D’Urville Island.
Red Heavens portrays the true story of Angelina Moleta, an Italian pioneering immigrant. Her fate becomes intertwined with the forces of nature at D’Urville Island, a bitter family feud and her deep connection with Wetekia Ruruku Elkington, a high-born Māori woman. This dynamic play is inspired by the book Angelina by Gerard Hindmarsh. If you missed out last time, get in quick for tickets to the shows in Tākaka: Sunday 1 September at the Village Theatre, 1pm and 7.30pm.
For ticket info go to dramalab.co.nz or Facebook.
Red Heavens returns by demand
Iconic local businesses fly together
Tākaka’s Mariposa clothing outlet is about to become something of an emporium, as it merges with Dragonfly, the jewellery side of Tracey Brignole’s retail outlets.
Retail businesses are feeling the pinch in these tight financial times, so when Dragonfly’s lease came up for renewal, Tracey decided to cut costs and amalgamate the two Tākaka stores.
Having measured every cabinet and display unit currently in Dragonfly, Tracey found that the Mariposa store would accommodate all of it.
“The climate in retail is pretty tough. Expenses keep increasing and the sales keep decreasing. Particularly in winter. We used to be able to tide over winter with summer, but that’s much harder to do with the increasing fixed costs.”
Tracey admits she sells a lot of “non-essential items” but says it’s about adapting to keep up with changing times. She is in the process of trimming seven outlets down to three, Soul and Mariposa in Tākaka, and one huge store in Trafalgar Street, Nelson. The latter will house all three stores, offering clothing, footwear, and jewellery.
“It’s really exciting to be doing something different. I’ve got an amazing team of people involved, but in this climate it’s just hard to have that many different locations because all the costs are too high. It’s a tricky time, a lot of retailers are closing in Nelson, so we’re just adapting to something that works better.”
Meantime, the online store and all the administrative side of things continue to run from
the warehouse behind Mariposa in Reilly Street.
Admitting there will be a slight reduction in staff with the one store, Tracey is confident staff hours will increase in summer. Current staff will be brought up to speed with
The Metal Detecting Bible. 2nd Edition by Brandon Neice is a book containing “even more helpful tips, expert tricks and insider secrets for finding hidden treasure”.
It caught my interest because a family who recently holidayed in our farmhouse found a few “treasures” on our place when using their metal detector.
The author explains metal detectors were first invented to locate bullets and fragments in injured patients. Researchers developed more refined detectors after World War II to find and remove landmines. When manufacturers released lighter machines with better batteries on the market, treasure hunting became a hobby.
This book has advice for novice treasure hunters and also includes tips for experienced operators. The first chapter contains details about how a metal detector works and explains magnetic fields, inductance, mineralisation, and features of various types of metal detectors.
The language is technical but readable and the information is important for an understanding of basic principles. In the following chapters, you will find information on practical issues such as “tools of the trade,” with techniques for achieving the best results, and how to identify suitable sites for finding historical items like coins.
The book includes helpful diagrams that explain techniques such as how to swing the detector, or finding where gold gets deposited in a river.
getting to know the jewellery merchandise in addition to the clothing.
Now in its 19th year of business and something of an icon in Tākaka, Mariposa continues to evolve as changing times require.
Every chapter has plenty of photographs with informative captions. Personal stories the author shares of his own experiences and finds make this book interesting and educational. He suggests not wearing steel-capped boots when metal detecting, sharing from his own experience that does not go well.
Finally, Brandon advises on how to clean, preserve and sell your finds, sharing some trade secrets with the reader. The advice includes handy hints such as soaking coins in olive oil for a week to remove “built-up crud” and preventing damage to valuable items during cleaning.
The index at the back is helpful, as is the abrupt conclusion: “Find cool stuff! Create some memories! Save some history. But most importantly, have fun!”
In the introduction, Brandon states that “my greatest treasure of all is being able to enjoy this wonderful hobby with my family”. That is just what I witnessed with my friends on our farm. They travelled from Gisborne to Golden Bay with three boys squashed in the car and yet among their luggage, they brought the metal detector because they so enjoy the fun and adventure of treasure hunting together.
This book can be borrowed from the Tākaka library.
Maureen Pugh MP for West Coast-Tasman
RONNIE SHORT
Tracey Brignole, owner of Mariposa, Soul and Dragonfly retail outlets. Photo: Ronnie Short.
JOYCE WYLLIE
World music in folk roots fusion
Prepare your dancing feet, vocal chords and heart! Here come Across the Great Divide, featuring traditional, contemporary and original songs and tunes from Celtic and Americana roots.
Join Karen Jones, Tony Burt and Hanna Wiskari Griffiths at the Mussel Inn as they visit Golden Bay during their second tour with Arts on Tour New Zealand, playing 21 venues in 28 days.
In September 2022, Tony Burt filmed their first tour and put together a documentary on the importance of arts in communities. Video content can be seen here: https://www.acrossthegreatdivide.website/videos Saturday 7 September, 7.30pm at The Mussel Inn. Tickets $15 at the door.
Dishing out on low-impact living
Barry (commonly known as "Purple") Jenkins lives with the lightest possible carbon footprint. While aiming to reduce fossil fuel consumption, his overall commitment is to “waste less, buy less, re-use, and repair.”
“Consumerism has a huge carbon footprint,” he says. “New Zealand’s ‘can do’ society has become ‘can buy.’”
sunlight, it concentrates heat thermally for the hot tub water that sits alongside a home-made sauna.
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Purple’s “one day working week” leaves much of his “six day weekend” spent growing, harvesting and preserving food, maintaining or inventing. Having studied electrical engineering, he is a master of creating clever systems. Various devices allow for cooking, heating, cooling, preserving and dehydrating. Solar panels generating about two kilowatts, have been repurposed for three electrical energy systems, all minus a regulator, inverter or batteries. This energy is transferred directly from the panels to his stove, two 12 volt fridges, a hot water cylinder and cooling fans. “The sun shines, I get power,” he says.
Other roof panels power an off-grid electric system. A 9kg LPG cylinder lasts around 10 months.
Additionally, an enormous solar dish in need of repair was gifted from a neighbour also enthusiastic about solar. Using
However, food production is Purple's biggest contribution to his one ton carbon footprint. His extensive gardens are efficiently harvested and all excess fruit is preserved, dehydrated or made into wine or kombucha. Herbs are grown for teas, medicinal potions and a smokable mix. Two repurposed washing machines are now solar ovens with fans driving a dehydrator which processes peaches, apples, carob and macadamias up to 40 degrees. When the fans are off, the heat can build up to 100 degrees to accommodate big pans for cooking in bulk, such as for chutney and soups.
Due to replacing his car with an electric bike, Purple's carbon footprint is low. He also keeps plastic packaging to a minimum by buying staples in bulk from the organic shop. When it comes to recycling, repairing and renovating, he says the manufacturing ethos is disappointingly short sighted.
“We’re just filling up the world with rubbish. I want to promote a more respectful way of living, to be grateful for and treasure the things around rather than buying and throwing away. It’s hugely satisfying being low cost and self-sustaining. There’s security beyond money knowing you can adapt to any given situation.”
During downtime, Purple tinkers in his music studio, making and playing specialised instruments and experimenting with video feedback. He has learnt to apply his innovative ideas to his whole lifestyle, but this hasn’t always been easy or successful.
“I’ve been burnt, shocked, and blown up a few times. That’s just the territory of making discoveries,” he laughs.
ANITA PETERS
Barry "Purple" Jenkins with his solar dish amidst other quirky inventions that contribute to his low carbon footprint.
Photo: Anita Peters.
AGM NOTICES
GBMTBC AGM, Tuesday 27 August, 7pm at the Rec Centre rooms. All welcome.
TĀ KAKA Citizens Band AGM, held at the band rooms on Monday 26 August at 8pm.
CENTRAL Tākaka Water Board AGM, 4pm Sunday 25 August at GB Rec Centre meeting room. Reports, Election of Officers, General Business. All users of CTWB scheme most welcome.
PEACEABLE Kin-dom AGM, Monday 2 September, 1pm, Elemental Arts Gallery, 46 Rototai Road. Questions or apologies, 022 344 6606.
RECENT AGM / Hui ā tau - Nō nā tata nei
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CLASSIFIEDS
PERSONAL NOTICES / Pānui ake
BENSEMANN, John Barnett, 1941-2024. John passed away peacefully at his Ligar Bay home surrounded by his family on 19 August, 2024. Loved husband of Judy, father and father-inlaw of Leanne and Warick Harwood, Wayne and Kerri. Grandad of Reece and Bryce Harwood, and step-grandad to Alexander. We wish to thank the GBCH district nurses for their wonderful care over the last 10 weeks. As per John's wishes no funeral will be held.
PUBLIC NOTICES / Pānui a whānui
WWW.SAMSCREEK.NZ for info/updates/subscribe/donations.
BEREAVED by suicide support, funded sessions available in Golden Bay. Contact Michelle Cole 027 313 8032.
ANDROID Interest Group – Tips and Tricks. Tuesday 27 August,
10am at the St John Rooms, Rec Centre. All welcome. NonSeniorNet members a koha, please.
LEARN to fly with Golden Bay Flying Club. Email: zktkagbfc@ gmail.com
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.
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.
TRADES AND SERVICES
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Abel Tasman Accounting Limited Xero Certified, Public Practice CA. Taxation services and general business support for clients of all shapes and sizes. Available evenings and weekends. Ph Bronwyn 027 268 4010, bronwyn@abeltasmanaccounting.co.nz
ACCOUNTANT and tax advisor. All Inland Revenue returns filed for big and small businesses and individuals. Self-employed and rental property reports prepared. Day and evening appointments available. Ph Susan Ayton Shaw 929 7507 or email taxayton@gmail.com
ACCOUNTANT. Long-standing market leader with unbeatable professional qualifications and experience. Warn & Associates, ph 525 9919.
ARBORIST, qualified, ph Jack Stevens 021 211 5580.
ARCHITECT services. Building and resource consents. Residential, commercial and industrial. Chris Pyemont Architects, ph 021 0278 4729.
ARCHITECTURAL design, residential housing. Ph Peter Fersterer 525 8132.
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. Ph Ry South 022 513 3947.
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.
GOLDEN BAY DIGGER HIRE 1.7 tonne. Ph 027 713 0684.
GOLDEN Bay Storage, Tā kaka. Dry, safe, secure, alarmed, insurance approved. Furniture trailer available. Ph Marg 027 222 5499, goldenbaystorage@gmail.com
HANDYMAN, maintenance, small building, carpentry, landscaping, 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?
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.
TĀKAKA Garden Services, for all your lawn and garden needs. Ph 027 525 8006 or 525 8806.
TILER. Professional wall and floor tiling and design. Wayne Robinson Tiling. Ph 027 576 1620.
myofascial release. Ph/txt Sam Specht 022 044 3323. 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.
TRANSMISSIONS of Light with Vicki Lawson. Deep relaxation and restoration. Ph 027 525 9944.
Healing with Grace MASSAGE & WELLNESS
Healing with Grace
MASSAGE & WELLNESS
Providing Golden Bay with: Professional, Diagnostic, Clinical Physio & Massage Therapy services
ACC registered Provider
• Sports & Accident injuries
• Complex musculoskeletal conditions
• Clinical reviews / Second opinions
• Orthopaedic / Post-operative rehabilitation
• Postural / Biomechanical correction programmes
• Clinical Massage Therapy
No GP referral required
Ask us about our no-cost initial Physio assessment Call 0800 749 739 for info or an appointment today
SEEKING land, 1000m2 approximately. Lease, exchange, rent to buy. Anything considered. Ph Rata 020 423 5333.
MOTIVATED local looking to buy small, healthy, peaceful home. Eco features a bonus. goodgoldenhome@gmail.com
LOST AND FOUND / Ngaronga/Kitenga
EATING OUT / Kai wahi kē
Lunches, catering, coffee, chocolate, cheeses and epicure items. Weekdays from 6.30am. Ph 525 7111.
GOOD AS GOLD CAFÉ, Tākaka. Open Monday-Friday, 7am4pm. Ph 525 8193.
MOLLY B’S, Pōhara. Open 5 days from 9am, weekend brunch 9-11am. Monday and Tuesday open from 3pm. Ph 525 7678. NIKAU BAR AND CAFÉ, Pōhara. Open 7 days, 8.30am to late. Bookings 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. THE WHOLEMEAL CAFÉ. Open 7.30am-3pm daily.
TOTO'S CAFÉ PIZZA. Open Saturdays and Sundays, weather permitting, 11am-4pm. Updates on Facebook and Instagram. Ph 03 970 7934, totoscafegallery@gmail.com
CHURCH SERVICES ON SUNDAYS
By Sue Merrick
In town, big black puffy winter jacket (imagine Michelin Man) and fabric wide brim sun hat. Text only 027 600 7701.
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good selection. Ph Bay Firewood 027 769 6348. marine and deep cycle batteries in stock now at Steve Prince Auto Electrical. Ph 027 616 5211.
NATIVE trees and grasses at TLC Nursery. Big grade trees available and welcoming orders for 2025. Ph 525 6183.
DEMOCRACY – fast track to quick bucks. Contact Luxman, Peters and Unctious for details. Also available for lucrative "consultancy work" (nudge, nudge). No scheme too toxic. No questions asked.
Relocation Sale
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, 11 and 25 August; traditional services (with a speaker) held on alternate fortnights, 4 and 18 August.
SACRED Heart Catholic faith community winter timetable: Mass, 4pm, 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 10.00am for a time of worship and fellowship.
Kahurangi Christian Church
Sunday 25 August
10:30am, Onekaka Community Hall
EATING OUT / Kai wahi kē
ANATOKI SALMON fishing and café. Catch your own lunch or order from the menu. Open every day from 10am-4pm. 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, 8am3pm. Saturday evening is dine-in curry night, 5pm-8pm. Ph 524 8194.
COURTYARD CAFÉ, Tākaka. Open 7 days, 7am-5pm. Also, bookings for dinner. Ph 525 8681.
DE-LISH DELICATESSEN . Sumptuous, delicious food.
FRIDAY 23 AUGUST
BADMINTON, REC PARK CENTRE, 7.30-9.30pm. All welcome. Ph Kerry 027 525 7007.
SATURDAY 24 AUGUST
BOARD GAMING (with Dungeons & Dragons) at GB Community Hall, 12.30pm to 5pm. All ages welcome. See the Facebook group "Board Gaming in Golden Bay", or ph Karen 022 655 9725.
TUESDAY 27 AUGUST
BALFOLK DANCE WORKSHOP. Learn old folk dances made new, with live music. Tuesdays 5-6.30pm, Senior Citizens' Hall. Koha appreciated.
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 28 AUGUST
O NEKAKA PLAYGROUP, all welcome, Wednesdays 10am12.30pm, Onekaka Hall.
THURSDAY 29 AUGUST
DAYTIME BADMINTON, Rec Park Centre, 9-11am. All welcome. Ph Kerry 027 525 7007.
LATER EVENTS
WELLBY TALKING CAFÉ: 1.30pm-3pm, Wednesday 4 September, Wholemeal Café, Takaka. Wellby Talking Cafés are about social connection and finding out about groups, activities and services. www.wellby.org.nz, ph 03 546 7681.
The Mussel Inn Coming Up...
Sun 25th THE HOT POTATO BAND - larger-thanlife brass collective from Sydney. $35 tickets @ undertheradar or on the door if available.
Mon 26th SINGALONG ‘ROUND THE PIANO with Craig Denham, 7pm. All welcome.
Thu 29th QUIZ - 7.30pm. All welcome.
G B FRIENDSHIP CLUB
will meet at the Senior Citizens’ Hall at 10am on Friday 6 September
Our speakers are: Kate Burness on the Co-housing village, and Des Molloy on his extended motorcycle ride around Australia Visitors welcome. Koha appreciated.
ESSENCE of AROHA AHORA, Possibilities
- Being Presence Centre
Sat 31st HANNAH EVERINGHAM - alt folk/indie rock duo. 7.30pm, $15 door.
SEPTEMBER
Thu 12th QUIZ - 7.30pm. All welcome.
SATURDAY 24 AUGUST: DJ Witchdoctor 7pm to 11pm. Come along and dance! Great music and vibes.
MONDAYS: Mahjong games nights, 7-10pm. Learn to play and join in on a game, bring your own plus friends too!
TUESDAYS: Spanish conversation nights, 5-8.30pm. Come and have a chat with the group, keep your Spanish flowing.
WEDNESDAYS: OPEN MIC NIGHTS - 5.30-10pm. Come along, bring friends, have a go, cheer each other on, enjoy!
THURSDAYS: Games nights, 7-10pm. Bring along a game or use the ones from our games cupboards.
SUNDAYS: Documentary matinees. 12.30-3pm. 'Art made the world' series showing over the next 5 weeks. Fresh Frequency Food & Divine Delectable Drinks served throughout the evenings! 90 Commercial St, Tākaka. 027 231 7447, 03 525 6111.
Sat 7th ACROSS THE GREAT DIVIDE - world music meets Celtic spirit. 7.30pm, $15 door.
Thu 12th QUIZ - 7.30pm. All welcome.
Drinks ealth & Wellbeing Spaces, Healing, Therapy & Guidance Room ary / Chill Out / Boardgames Zone, Workshops / Groups / Classes Music Zone / Lessons Space, Bands / DJs / Events Nights Love Now
Friday: Northerlies becoming strong. Rain, sometimes heavy over the western ranges
Saturday: Westerlies, freshning in exposed areas. Soon becoming fine except for a few showers in western areas
Monday: Northerlies, strong at first about Farewell. Lighter northwesterlies elsewhere. Rain for a time, then just a few showers
Tuesday: Northwesterlies freshening. Rain becoming widespread, heavier and possibly thundery for a time in the west.
Sat 14th SONGWARE - Deep folk/dark country! 7.30pm, $15 door.
Sat 21st SPRING EQUINOX CELEBRATION with alenJahJah en de eaggerlings + IRIE VIBES. Koha door!
Thu 29th ACID ON THE MICROPHONE - LIVE POETS - 7.30pm. All welcome.
Thu 26th QUIZ - 7.30pm. All welcome.
Sun 29th MEL PARSONS. $50 Tickets @ eventfinda.
For more details see www.musselinn.co.nz
FUELS & FISHING
1/1065 Takaka-Collingwood
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Own your own home and a rental in one This property features a threebedroom 86sqm home with a fireplace and private front yard as well as a separate second dwelling which is already rented to a longterm tenant who would love to stay on Call Mickayla today
Mickayla Ormsby 027 297 8477
into 5 large paddocks this offers
12 McDonald Pl, COLLINGWOOD
LOVELY HOME & GARDENS
You must view this superb property to appreciate what is on offer Modern with stunning views Gorgeous sunlight hours and a warm, easy-care home The gardens are a delight with many fruits to enjoy The hard work has been done! Call Paul or Jana today
Jana McConnon 021 245 2197
Paul McConnon 027 504 2872
MAKE THE MOST OF THE SPACE
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13 Buxton Lane, TAKAKA PIPEWORX GOLDEN BAY
Located in the CBD and the only dedicated plumbing supply store in the area This established business has a full range of plumbing supplies and a secure lease until 2033 A full info pack is available to genuine purchasers Contact me today
James Mackay 027 359 0892
77 Patons Rock Road, PATONS ROCK
LUSH RURAL LIFESTYLE
This property offers 12ha of flat pasture, approx 110 avocado trees, 3-bay shed, 6-bay shed & a cosy home to sweeten the deal Patons Rock Beach is only 2km away Bring the kids, the animals and your boat – it is time to start living! The time to move is now
Jana McConnon 021 245 2197 Paul McConnon 027 504 2872
25 Motupipi Street, TAKAKA
ANNIE’S NIRVANA BACKPACKER Centrally located iconic accommodation Deceptively spacious & licenced for 28 pax With a fully self-contained separate owners’ accommodation It is YHA approved Call me for all of the information and to view
