The GB Weekly - 15 March 2024

Good vibes at Music Festival

Last weekend, the River Inn was humming with the good vibes of the annual Country Music Festival, organised by Karen McCleely.

Besides organising the event, Karen helps wherever needed: putting up the gazebos her father Andrew brings up from Westport with him, creating raffles for sale, and sometimes working the bar.

She also takes her turn at singing, performing with Michelle Kennedy on Saturday, and later with Andrew and brother Murray Wilson. Karen says she and Murray sang from an early age, “with Dad, in the truck”.

Since then, it has been a lifelong love affair. “They asked me nine years ago to organise one [festival] here. To me this is the perfect place for it; with the camping, the bar, the venue, we’ve got everything.”

River Inn hosts Richard and Paula Sixtus always put on good Kiwi tucker for the festival, with lunch at very reasonable prices – whitebait sandwiches just $12 – and a blackboard dinner menu offering a good variety of meals.

Signs outside the River Inn announced, “Camping Full”, but neighbouring farmer Greg Fellowes kindly opened his paddock for the overflow. The minimal fee of $5 per night for campers goes to the Westpac Rescue Helicopter fund.

Despite a full park-up area, Karen noticed there wasn’t the same cash flow this year, with raffles slower to sell and less money going over the bar. But there were at least 100 attendees.

Shirley Knight from Blenheim travels with musician husband Winston to all the South Island festivals. “Out of all the festivals I go to,

this is the one I enjoy the most,” she says.

Guest artist for Saturday’s jam night, Warwick Sinclair from Canterbury, played steel guitar during the daytime with this year’s backing band, Makeshift.

Sound technician Terry Langford has worked at every festival and enjoys the annual event. As does his sister Diane who is renowned for her singing, with audience members heard to say, “Oh, she’s good,” and “Yes, I heard her last year.”

During Saturday and Sunday, the audience enjoys “walk ups”, which are exactly that: participants put their names down to sing or play, and when called, they take the stage.

Next year will celebrate the tenth anniversary of the GB Country Music Festival, which Karen says, “will be a bit special”. More photos page 2

GB Community Board

Golden Bay Community Board’s monthly meeting was held at Collingwood Fire Station on Monday afternoon.

In the absence of Abbie Langford, who submitted her apologies, board member Grant Knowles deputised as chair. Also absent from the room were board member Robert Hewison, who was on leave, and councillor Chris Hill who attended via Zoom.

Public forum

The first of three speakers at public forum gave what was essentially a sales pitch for her company’s emergencyprepped shipping containers. Account manager – South Island for EPOD, Amanda Power, described how the Hawke’s Bay firm’s Emergency and Disaster Resilience Pods (EPODs) could be used to help build resilient communities in the face of major natural disasters such as earthquakes, extreme weather events, and wildfires. The fully ventilated units, which can be tailored to a community’s specific requirements and come in three lengths – 10, 20, and 40 feet – start at $30,000. Amanda explained that the last of a batch of 25 pods to be delivered to Hawke’s Bay arrived on site the day before Cyclone Gabrielle hit the region. As well as designing and constructing the units, Amanda said EPOD can also help communities to secure the necessary funding from sponsors. “We will speak to the people with the money and pull it together.”

During his allotted five minutes, Kotinga resident Bill Wallis returned to the subject of the lack of a floating launching dock for recreational boats at Port Tarakohe. He began by showing the board a photograph of the launching dock at Motueka, which he said users “had built themselves” with donations, and believes a similar facility could be constructed at Tarakohe for around 20 per cent of the 2019 estimated cost of over $1.4 million.

Bill said he was told by Tasman District Council (TDC) that the much-needed facility would have to wait until after all commercial aspects of the port are complete and a feasibility study was undertaken. Highlighting TDC’s charges for years of launching on “a barren ramp” and the Health and Safety issue of climbing onto boats and wet trailers to launch, Bill said funding should be made available since TDC is obligated to provide a safe service/product when charging the $210 annual fee to launch “without so much as...

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Backing band Makeshift played the whole weekend at the Country Music Festival hosted by the River Inn, Tākaka. Marion Jorgenburger from Westport dances with veteran festival-goer, Gordon Morris from Motueka on Saturday afternoon. Photo: Ronnie Short.

MUSIC FESTIVAL

GB Community Board – March

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...a rock to tie off to”.

Equally concerning, Bill said, is TDC’s defaulting on a written promise to supply long-overdue toilets and water to the many hundreds of recreational boaters before Christmas.

He posed a number of questions, including the high-cost estimate for a launching dock. “Why would it cost $1.5 million?” asked Bill, who calculated his own estimate based on his prior knowledge of building commercial docks. He suggested that TDC is “paying itself” $1.3 million for planning and consents, when the actual facility could be built for $200,000-$250,000.

He also queried whether all of the council’s multi-milliondollar budget for development of the port has been spent or destined to be spent on the commercial side, such as recently announced laundry, showers, dining room, and kitchen facilities.

Speaking on behalf of Forest and Bird Golden Bay, Cynthia McConville highlighted the problem of speeding jet skis on the Tākaka River between Waitapu Bridge and the estuary. She suggested erecting a sign to remind operators of the speed limit (5 knots) on the bridge. Cynthia informed the board that Forest and Bird were seeking a prohibition on high-speed craft in the area covered by the Three Rivers Project.

Responding later in the meeting, TDC’s recently appointed harbourmaster, Peter Renshaw, explained that he is responsible for Health and Safety across the whole of the district’s water bodies, up to 12 miles out from the coast.

If members of the public witnessed any transgressions by watercraft, he urged them to phone the TDC “general number” and, if possible, provide evidence; “Ideally we need pictures and videos.” To assist compliance, Peter said, “Registration [of watercraft] would be very useful.”

Board Report

Items from previous meeting: Two items raised at the board’s February meeting were discussed, starting with the Friends of East Mohua’s (FOEM) regeneration project. The feasibility of the project rests upon whether several contiguous parcels of land can be acquired from the respective owners – something that is far from certain. There were already “interested buyers” for some titles, according to councillor Celia Butler, and consequently the window of opportunity could close before the project was able to secure the necessary funding.

TDC group manager environmental assurance Kim Drummond said the situation was complicated. “In this block, there’s private land, residential zoned land, and council-owned land.”

There was some discussion about whether the council could find ways to support the project, and it was decided that as “a useful step” the board should request TDC staff – notably Trevor James and Barbara Lewando – to prepare a report on the value

of FOEM’s proposed restoration project.

There was a similar outcome from the discussion about the proposed walking route around Tākaka; the board agreed to request a report from TDC’s Parks and Recreation team.

Special Projects Funding: A new policy is due to be introduced shortly that includes specific funding criteria. In the meantime, Grant suggested the board draw up a list of initiatives that could be funded by the scheme. It was agreed that the board would hold a workshop to create a shortlist that would subsequently be shared with the wider community.

Golden Bay Museum mural: Grant advised that Chris Finlayson had already created some “mock-ups” of the proposed mural and the board would be kept informed of progress.

Road safety: Celia highlighted the need for revisiting safety improvement proposals at three high-risk areas around the Bay.

The three specific locations she identified were: the intersection of Motupipi Street and SH60; the section of Abel Tasman Drive around Port Tarakohe; and the non-existent footpath along Reilly Street, Tākaka. Each location, Celia said, had specific safety issues – largely for pedestrians and cyclists moving along, or crossing, the road. She said she was “not looking for solutions for each situation, but pointing out the need for a review” and urged the board to request a report from council staff on Golden Bay’s “dangerous traffic situations”.

Financial Summary

After official receipt of the Financial Summary, the meeting closed.

The next meeting of GBCB is at the TDC Service Centre Tākaka on Monday 8 April 2024 at 1pm.

Karen

organiser of the Country Music Festival took the stage several times over the weekend to sing. Here she announces results of a raffle. Photo: Ronnie Short.

The recreational boat launching ramp at Port Tarakohe which was criticised during public forum. Photo: Jo Richards.

Volunteers restore radio signal

Following a temporary outage, the broadcast of Radio New Zealand (RNZ) National FM 98.2 from Mt Burnett was restored last Friday, thanks to the efforts of a local volunteer group.

The loss of the Mt Burnett signal, which covers most of Golden Bay, is a serious issue because transmitters outside the Bay are distant and too weak for the vast majority of local users.

The radio transmission – or more correctly, retransmission – is managed by the Golden Bay Emergency Communications Services Charitable Trust (GBECSCT) as a "side business" to its main purpose – to support Civil Defence emergency radio communications among key agencies.

Born out of necessity, GBECSCT originated in the 1980s and became a charitable trust in 2003. “It operates supported by charitable contributions, both financial and the time spent by trustees and volunteers, and small lease payments,” explains the trust’s chair Vic Eastman, adding that resources are always tight. “Roughly speaking, it's a shoestring operation.”

That was demonstrated most recently when an extended, unexpected power outage depleted the transmitter’s battery backup power, and its generator was unable to catch up. But that wasn’t the only problem. “Then, the already known older and fragile FM broadcasting system had some problems, which were fixed, replaced with other older gear, which also proved unreliable,” says Vic. “We now await newer components to install.”

Looking forward, Vic is realistic about what is required to make the system more robust. “The bottom line? More money would help. Older batteries could be replaced. More robust, but more expensive,

transmitting components could be installed. Volunteers could do more if there were more of them, but volunteers expert in electronics and radio transmission are uncommon.”

Consequently, GBECSCT is keen to attract contributions to the cause. “We are officially charitable, so contributions can be tax deductible,” says Vic.

For more information, email emsl@silkweb.net.nz or ph 03 524 8487.

Donations can be made by internet banking to the Golden Bay Emergency Communications Services Charitable Trust's Westpac bank account: 03-1711-0062384-00.

Dead eels found in Tākaka stream

JO RICHARDS

Dead eels have caused a stink near Tākaka, but the cause of their demise is unknown.

Tasman District Council’s (TDC) education and partnerships officer CJ Webster said the large eels found in Te Kakau Stream were already decomposing by the time she visited the site late last month. “They were dead over a week before we were notified about them – they smell now, so folk are complaining.”

CJ thought the eels, which were probably over 50 years old, were killed by something that entered the water, and urged the public to ensure potentially hazardous substances are not simply poured down the drain.

“It’s an important reminder for us all: drains are only for rain, nothing else. Drains go straight into streams.”

She also stressed the importance of responsible use and disposal of herbicides. “Never let any weed killer get into a waterway.”

Any risks to aquatic life are likely to be exacerbated during dry periods, when water levels are low. “In times of drought, anything toxic going in a creek doesn’t get diluted, so it is even more likely to be fatal to wildlife,” said CJ. “We shouldn’t let anything but water enter a creek all year round, however, the impacts are more obvious when the flow is so low as it doesn’t get diluted.”

She appeals to anyone who witnesses such an incident to report it without delay. “If we had been notified when the eels first died, we may have found the source of the problem, saved some eels, and stopped the person involved contaminating the stream further.

One of the telecom transmitter towers at Mt Burnett. Photo: Jo Richards.

A number of dead eels were found in Te Kakau Stream. Photo: Supplied.

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LETTERS

East Tākaka blackberries – please don’t spray

Someone sprayed the berries, right when they were at their best. They did leave a homemade sign, but it didn't say who did it or what they sprayed. Most folk believed that it was fake and to deter others from gathering berries as nothing really happened, but now it is looking like things were indeed sprayed and the fruit poisoned. Who did this? Why and on what authority? Who sprays when plants are in full berry/flower and people are gathering?

It wasn't TDC or Delta, I asked. It wasn't the neighbours, I asked. Someone did it though and I feel that they should explain their actions and their purpose. The blackberry might die, but probably won’t. A waste of time, and unnecessary anxiety in the berry-gathering public who didn't know if the berries had been sprayed or not. Please don’t do it next year.

Mark Manson

Back on air

My week has been restored to normal. RNZ 98.2FM is now back on air and all is right again. Many thanks to the technician who worked his magic. You may be unknown but you are greatly appreciated. Keep up the good work. May your call-outs be few and far between. And may they be easily fixed.

On behalf of all old-timers,

More perks of the job

Graham Rogers

Gary Thorpe, in listing the many valuable ratepayer-funded perks of a job with Tasman District Council (GBW, 8/3), omitted to mention the very best one of all: the ability to tell councillors what to think and to rule over us all. His consistently superb letters about TDC show that he would make an excellent councillor; let’s hope he stands next time. If you appreciate him as much as I do, then perhaps you too should throw your hat in the ring.

Steve Penny

On the beaten track

The utter carnage that has befallen the Pupu Hydro track is nothing to be grateful for.

A rare and precious area I have been frequenting in recent years, photographing fungi (including the very rare), insect pathogens and plant life, with eventual intention to correlate images worthy of sharing to enlighten public on the biodiversity at their feet and to tread carefully. On a huge learning curve myself, the Pupu Hydro track offered a superb and unique example of a local eco-system found only in beech/native podocarp, that was easily accessible, much of it within half-a-metre of the right-side loop track. It has now all been completely destroyed, not just where the track has been regraded, but wrenched/felled and hacked plants and dumped sandy soil, some distance into the bush, unnecessarily covering areas that would have remained unscathed.

I'd have hoped with such an important and rich ecological area, that consultants aware of the dynamics would have been approached and as much preserved as possible. Left is inexcusable ecocide, now an unremarkable walk for walk's sake that will take many years, if ever, to regain the rich diversity that once was. I left distressed, irate and with boots covered in muddy sand.

That these people are hired as kaitiaki to our forests is a joke.

Don't look down.

Peace for Palestine

Nic Wooding

In 1949, Western powers divided Palestine into Israel and Palestine, giving the Jews a homeland, and intending harmonious dual, but separate, governments.

Leon Uris, in Exodus, epitomised a theme of hardworking Israelis building prosperous kibbutz on land left arid by lazy Palestinians.

Israel annexed part of Palestine after winning the 1967 SixDay War, continued to stealthily inhabit more land and find ways to restrict Palestinian freedom.

Militant Hamas is born from this.

Patriots protecting their homeland were called “heroes” (French Resistance) or “brave” (Ukrainians). Hamas is labelled “terrorist”.

Their raid into Israel in October was inhumane but also a

loss of face for the fully-armed Israeli military.

However, avenging the deaths of several hundreds by bombing and starving many thousands is not an acceptable solution.

How can storming a hospital, causing havoc and arresting doctors, justify an unproven claim that 12 aid workers (a workforce of hundreds) were Hamas militants? Yet Western countries immediately “froze” humanitarian aid to Gaza.

These countries continue to ask Netanyahu to be careful where bombs land and remain silent when Israeli citizens are encouraged to shoot Palestinians, if they feel threatened, and disrupt aid convoys.

Iran (and other Arab nations) are denounced for supplying armaments to Hamas. America doing the same to Israel is okay. British components for aircraft, armaments, etc were peer reviewed showing they have not been used in any “violations of international humanitarian law”.

An immediate ceasefire and reparation is required.

Quiet solidarity: Village Green, 10am on Saturday 16 March.

Beth McCarthy

Fast-track to autocracy

I suspect many voters will regret the first 100-day bonfire of Labour policy. One of these is the Fast-track Approvals Bill which aims to deliver infrastructure and developments projects with significant regional or national benefits. Labour, of course, had a similar Covid-19 Act with similar objectives to avoid due process and democratic input.

There are, however, significant differences particularly in the decision-making processes. For this coalition government the Bill will give all decision-making powers to three autocratic ministers who would decide which projects get on the fast track – then get an expert panel to recommend conditions, but the three Czars can ignore all that advice at will. The Bill does not include a list of which projects would be included to be fast-tracked. As you can imagine the project lobbyists are banging on ministers doors and getting meetings. It is called pork-barrel politics for good reason.

The ministers have some criteria to guide them such as input from local government, relevant Māori groups and other ministers which they can safely ignore. There is very limited ability for judicial review and only on points of law. There is no ability for most to have any input at all to these major decisions. People questioned the so-called democratic erosion in Three Waters, but this Bill includes almost complete suspension of any democratic input, except by way of a general election. Bad projects will likely get consented, and we must grin and bear it.

Morris Te Whiti Love

Cutting carbon emissions

Cheers Andy Clark and The GB Weekly for starting a good discussion on reducing our (individual) carbon emissions. And kudos to Andy for really trying to make reductions – which puts him at the head of the pack. I think the results indicate just how difficult it is to reach that two tonnes per person mark through incremental reductions. An alternative would be to cut drastically to two tonnes and see what we could fit into that. Drastic and not fun!

Regardless, we have to get there somehow and many of our options – like EV's – will not do it. Things like offsetting are one generational and leave the basic problem untouched.

Pax Leetch (GBW, 1/3) raises the very interesting work Alan Savoury has done but, as with "regenerative grazing", it does not hold all the answers. New Zealand soils are already high in carbon and there is no way we can go on indefinitely putting more in there.

Definitely the assumptions made in all the carbon footprint calculating methods can lead to large errors. Klaus Thoma (GBW, 8/3) hauls out that mantra about agriculture being our largest emitter, but grazing animals emit carbon from plants which have absorbed it from the atmosphere – not quite a closed loop but the net output is the correct figure agriculture has to account for. Compare it with transport, which has long been our fastest growing emissions source. That is all output with no mitigation.

Have I a conclusion? Maybe – it’s tough, but we have no alternative but to keep trying.

Ian Alach

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March Update

Summer is a full time of year and this year in particular has been full of amazing offerings from our community's creatives and event organisers. For the Arts Council (GBCAC) this summer saw the production of the inaugural Summer Arts Festival with more than 30 events over 10 days in a number of venues around the region.

Approximately 200 people attended a workshop, performance or installation and over 1000 people participated by attended a live music event or demonstration. Approximately $9700 went to local creatives, $460 to venues and $1700 to local businesses who provided services.

The Arts Council is currently in the process of reviewing all aspects of the event in preparation for exploring how it will unfold into the future.

Planning has already begun for the Winter Light Festival and Bay Arts is also on our minds.

This Easter sees the Full Moon Artist Group producing their annual exhibition in Pakawau from Saturday 30 March – Monday 1 April. Keep an eye out for details.

Are you a creative looking for significant funding?

Last week I attended an information meeting presented by Creative New Zealand (CNZ) to introduce their revamped funding scheme to creatives. In essence, CNZ have removed all significant barriers to funding. Further they have created eight funding streams that provide significant funding to individuals, groups and organisations to refocus artistic energies, develop collaborative endeavours, upskill individuals and organisations, and more. If you have been put off in the past I suggest you have a fresh look at how CNZ are doing things – https://creativenz.govt.nz/

Applications opened on Monday 10 March for a number of funds and allow one month for submissions.

We are still interested in expressions of interest from artists considering being a mentor and contributions of art books for our community art library. Please contact Gary via email artsworkermohua@gmail.com or txt 021 0277 8363 for details.

Finally, planning is underway for the presentation of a number of workshops to support our community's creatives. GBCAC in conjunction with the Nelson/Tasman Chamber of Commerce will be running two workshops, one on managing finances and the other on building your online presence. Alongside this we are exploring a rerun of the curating artwork workshop and exploring how we can support artists to develop an artist profile. Details will be released via the usual channels soon.

Artist's conversations with nature

Pene Ralph and partner John Michell have recently opened Bayview Gallery on the hillside at their Ligar Bay property.

True to its name, the panorama from the compact gallery is stunning.

Their current exhibition features Pene’s Unfolding Over Time oil paintings, and John’s Bowls and UFOs

Opening Bayview was an inspiration from Pene’s time working at the Art Gallery of Western Australia in Perth. There, in the quiet spaces, she experienced “huge unlimited creativity, cultures, times, and insights”. Additionally, Pene explains, “I like to experience the beauty too in colour, atmosphere, and subject, that brings one’s attention to small moments.”

It is Pene’s hope to provide a taste of that for others to experience, literally. Visitors go away with golden peaches and apples grown onsite.

Unfolding Over Time features oil paintings on wood (bar one on canvas), all mounted with wooden frames made by John.

“Each painting... is a conversation and a deepening connection with the peaceful realm of nature and the nonhuman life that lives within it,” states Pene.

Titles such as Falling to Earth, Seeds of Wellbeing, Kaitiakitanga, and Becoming a Forest, tell a story of the artist’s feeling of

connectedness, her observations, and a deep reverence for nature.

A clearfile containing hand-coloured lino prints “along a similar theme” are printed on Japanese paper, and monoprints on card capture Pene’s “little narratives in response to life”.

Sitting alongside and complementing Pene’s work beautifully, John’s twice-turned bowls and UFOs pulsate proudly with their polished finishes.

“My UFOs are for hiding your lolly stash,” states John’s blurb. “I really enjoy the final polishing, revealing the colour and variation in the grain.”

John had put aside special pieces of timber from his sawmilling work and knows the history of the tree behind each and every piece.

Last winter proved the perfect time for Pene and John to create the exhibition.

“The nice thing has been so many people from around this area have come here,” says Pene, “and I’ve met people I would never have met otherwise... it’s been a connection point to the community I live in.”

Bayview Gallery will be open weekends until after Easter, and as advertised in The GB Weekly (see this week's advertisement on page 18 of this issue).

Pene Ralph with her oil painting exhibition entitled Unfolding Over Time at Bayview Gallery in Ligar Bay. Photo: Ronnie Short.

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Review: Riceboy Sleeps

Canadian-Korean films was a genre previously unheard of until double Oscar nominated Past Lives released last year, and now this equally impactful tale of a Korean immigrant family in Canada arrives just months later.

So-Young is a young mother with a five-year-old son, who has been disowned by her Korean parents for reasons which gradually become clear through the story. She has settled in Vancouver with young Dong-Hyun and the film opens with him attempting to escape his first day at school. Plucked from the wire fence he is attempting to climb to freedom by his exasperated mother, it is clear that the boy is already a handful. When asked to choose a more anglicised name for himself he insists on "Michael Jordan" which becomes the first of many major disagreements to come.

So-Young works an unrelenting factory job to support them both, and when one of her male co-workers arrogantly pats her rear to move her on in a queue she responds with furious outrage ensuring he, nor anyone else, ever tries it again. When Dong-Hyun is inevitably bullied at school, (and called "Riceboy"), she advises him to hit back with the same decisiveness which leads to trouble for them both.

Moving forward nine years, both mother and son, (now calling himself David), are doing much better at integrating. So-Young now has a gaggle of recently arrived Korean friends at work, and is in a relationship with her Canadian-Korean manager, Simon, (played by the film’s director and writer Anthony Shim). David also has a group of friends at school, and although very westernised, is beginning to show more curiosity about his Korean origins. This is a topic his mother refuses to discuss, and David’s strict upbringing at her hand ensures that he grudgingly accepts her silence. Their relationship is as rocky as that of any mother with her teenage son, particularly when Simon proposes, but generally, grey Vancouver seems to be working out for them.

However, when So-Young’s persistent back pain is diagnosed as something far worse, (a heart-breaking scene as she struggles to find a definition for her condition in her English-Korean dictionary), their lives are badly shaken and everything threatens to fall apart. But her strength of will is undiminished and she once again decides the next step of their journey – they are going to return to Korea to finally face her past.

Riceboy Sleeps is an intimate film which examines the realities of being strangers in a new country, set in the recent past when multiculturalism was still a new concept for western societies. It is also an unflinching look at the gulf which can open in a family when the new generation becomes more entrenched in the values of their adopted home, while the parent has less opportunity to adapt. Choi Seung-yoon gives an uncompromising but instantly endearing performance as So-Young, tiny, yet a tigress not to be trifled with. Both young actors playing her son are equally compelling, and it is the surly teenage version played by Ethan Hwang who we spend most time with. His transformation when taken back to Korea is a delight, in fact this entire section of the film is like the bright dawn after the dark night of the second act. The vibrant colour and light of So-Young’s original countryside home is a remarkable contrast to her cold urban existence, and the revelations and character development once there elevate Riceboy Sleeps to become one of the best films of the year so far.

Riceboy Sleeps plays for the final time at 7.30pm on Sunday, and tonight is an opportunity to see Oscar-winning animated feature, The Boy and the Heron. Closer to home, The Convert screens on Saturday night, starring Guy Pearce as a lay preacher arriving in 1830s New Zealand in the middle of a tribal war, and is directed by Lee Tamahori.

Screening Schedule - 15 March to 7 April

Fri 15 4:00

Inspector Sun & the Curse of the Black Widow (PG) Once Only

8:00 The Boy & the Heron (PG) (Japanese) (subtitles) Final

Sat 16 5:00 Shayda (M) Final

8:00

The Convert (R13)

Sun 17 4:00 Goodbye Julia (M) (Sudan) (subtitles) Final

7:30 Riceboy Sleeps (M) (Canadian/South Korean) (subtitles) Final

Wed 20 5:30 The Convert (R13)

Thur 21 7:30 Poor Things (R18) Encore (Note Earlier Start)

Fri 22 4:00 The Boy & the Heron (PG) Encore

8:00 Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (TBC)

Sat 23 5:00 Perfect Days (M) Encore 8:00 Kinky Boots The Musical (M) Once Only

Sun 24 4:00 The Great Excaper (M)

Sun 24 7:30 The Convert (R13) Final

Wed 27 5:30 Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (TBC) Final

Thur 28 7:30 Dune: Part 2 (M) Encore (Note Earlier Start)

Fri 29 Good Friday: Theatre Closed!

Sat 30 5:00 The Mountain (TBC) 8:00 The Great Excaper (M) Final

Sun 31 Easter Sunday: Theatre Closed!

Wed 3 5:30 Godzilla X Kong (TBC)

Thur 4 8:00 The Trust Fall: Julian Assange (E)

Fri 5 4:00 The Mountain (TBC) Final 8:00 Godzilla X Kong (TBC) Final

Sat 6 4:00 Io Capitano (TBC) (subtitles) (Note Earlier Start)

7:30 The Big Bike Film Night (Once Only) (E)

Sun 7 4:00 Perugino: Eternal Renaissance (E) 7:30 Wicked Little Letters (M)

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE PROGRAMME:

STAGE MUSICAL: KINKY BOOTS:

Saturday 23 March at 8pm.

THE TRUST FALL: JULIAN ASSANGE: Thursday 4 April at 8pm.

Our first staged musical Kinky Boots filmed live at the Adelphi Theatre in London. We have a total of 5 musicals, look out for a different one each month. Once Only Screenings. THUR 4 APRIL SAT 23 MARCH SAT 6 APRIL

Our first screening of Kym Staton’s doco on Julian Assange, founder of WikiLeaks & the global impact of his work. Book online to avoid missing out!

Movie Descriptions

GHOSTBUSTERS: FROZEN EMPIRE (TBC) 1hr50m Adventure/Comedy/Fantasy

After the events in Oklahoma, the Ghostbusters team returns to where it all started—New York City continuing with a new group of Ghostbusters.

IO CAPITANO (TBC) Drama/Adventure (Senegal) (subtitles) 2hrs

In this contemporary odyssey two young men leave Senegal for Europe. To do so, they must contest with dangers of the desert, the sea and the human soul.

PERUGINO: ETERNAL RENAISSANCE (E) Art Documentary 1hr20m

A journey to discover one of the best-loved artists of his time: the painter who inspired Raphael. A tribute to an artist who inspired great painters in a decisive way, by creating works of immortal beauty.

THE GREAT ESCAPER (M) Drama/True Story 1hr50m

In the summer of 2014 – the 70th Anniversary of the D-Day Landings Bernie Jordan made global headlines. He'd staged a "great escape" from his care home to join fellow war veterans on a Normandy beach.

THE TRUST FALL: JULIAN ASSANGE (E) Documentary 2hr10m

Despite being detained, silenced & hidden from public view, journalist, publisher and founder of WikiLeaks Julian Assange has become one of the loudest voices for free speech of our times.

THE BIG BIKE FILM NIGHT: Saturday 6 April at 7.30pm. Back again for 2024 with a great selection of short cycling films from around the world.

Tickets: www.BigBikeFilmNight.nz

GODZILLA X KONG: THE NEW EMPIRE (TBC) Action/Adventure

This latest entry follows the explosive showdown of Godzilla vs Kong with a new cinematic adventure, pitting the almighty Kong and the fearsome Godzilla. 1hr55m.

KINKY BOOTS THE MUSICAL (M) Musical 2hr10m

Based upon true events, this hearted hit tells the story of two people with nothing in common, Charlie a factory owner and Lola a fabulous entertainer with a wildly exciting idea.

THE BIG BIKE FILM NIGHT (E) Short Films 2hr30m

This 2024 collection is original, informative, entertaining and most importantly of all –inspirational; all celebrating fun, adventure and joy that cycling enables.

THE MOUNTAIN (PG) Kids/Family/Adventure 1hr30m

A heartfelt NZ drama from director Rachel House about three children on a mission to find healing under the watchful eye of Taranaki Maunga & discover friendship in the spirit of adventure.

WICKED LITTLE LETTERS (M) Comedy 1hr50m

When people in Littlehampton start receiving scandalous and obscene letters, suspicion immediately falls on fiery Rose. A group of women set out to solve the mystery. Starring Olivia Colman.

ALISTAIR HUGHES

training and technology to support petrol, diesel, electric, and hybrid cars. “I am very well equipped to deal with most cars in the Bay, and I can typically do the work on site in most situations,” says John.

Originally from Birmingham and Ireland, love brought John to the Bay where he now resides with his partner. “I came on a working holiday in 2023 and I fell in love with the Bay,” he says.

Golden Bay Mech Tech specialises in advanced automotive diagnostics and repair, car key cutting and coding, and comprehensive car maintenance.

John is passionate about automotive problem solving and electronics. “We identify issues early, prevent costly repairs down the line, and offer peace of mind,” says John.

In practical terms, this means that if your car displays a dashboard warning, develops a fault, needs a new key, locks you out, or requires maintenance – you can now save yourself the expense and inconvenience of a trip over the Hill. John has the advanced diagnostic tools and skillset to diagnose the issue, identify resolution, provide a quote, and then undertake repairs right on your doorstep.

He is trained as a master technician and has the very latest

John has over 40 years’ experience working with cars, starting his career with nearly a decade as a marine engineer with the British Royal Navy. From there, he spent the next 30-plus years working in Ireland and England with the bigname dealerships, where he gained his master technician qualifications for Ford and Nissan. John stays up to date with the latest technologies, regularly attending diagnostic training courses annually in the UK and Europe to keep abreast of all new technologies and vehicle models. Now based in the Bay, John brings “a lifetime of experience fixing cars”.

“In all my time in Europe, I was always given the headaches [complex electrical problems] to solve. It’s pretty much what I have done all my life. There is nothing nicer than completing a problem car, handing the keys back to the customer and saying, ‘problem sorted’ – that’s what keeps me going day to day.”

To find out more about Golden Bay Mech Tech visit www. gbmechtech.co.nz or ph 027 472 6150.

Green Thumbs and Dirty Fingers

Experienced gardener Philippa Foes-Lamb shares her local gardening knowledge with tips on when, where and what to plant in Te Tauhi The Top of the South.Kindly supported by Bay Landscapes and Garden Centre and airs Tuesdays at 10.40am with a new episode every fortnight.

HATU in da House

Kia ora, haere mai and welcome along…HATU is IN Da House… from My house to your house, whether you’re in the dog house, the poor house, the nut house, the murder house, Parliament House, or the House of the Rising Sun, we’ll be dealing with some of the important issues of the day… local, regional, national, and international, plus sampling some of the most amazing local talent, and dipping into a few tracks you may or may not have ever heard before. So buckle up and tune in for half an hour of entertainment and information because HATU is IN The Whare, HATU is in da House! Proudly sponsored by the Taste of Turkey and the Motueka A&P Assn. Monday mornings at 10.30am with new content every two weeks.

www.freshfm.net

www.freshfm.net FreshFM.NZ

Monaghan from Golden Bay Mech Tech. Photo: Rosa Volz.

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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!

Uruwhenua Women's Institute

Uruwhenua Women's Institute will celebrate its 90th birthday in May. It was first established in 1934 by a group of local ladies with the idea of giving young mothers a chance to come together to exchange ideas and share experiences.

The Women's Institute, a worldwide organisation, was first established in 1921 in NZ and is still the largest women's organisation in NZ but is slowly getting smaller. Its motto of "Home and Country", however, is still applicable today. "Home" refers to the crafts and useful ideas for mothers and the home, "Country" reflects the WI's support for many causes within the community and NZ-wide including, for example, cancer and Alzheimer's charities and, closer to home, Golden Bay High School.

At one time there were several WI branches in the Bay, covering areas from Cobb Valley to Pakawau. Sadly, time has slowly forced the closure of other branches leaving Uruwhenua as the last remaining one in the valley

Members past and present, plus anyone else interested, are invited to join Uruwhenua WI at a luncheon on 6 May. For more information, contact branch president Nancy on 525 9491.

Genre Fluid's New Zealand tour

Genre Fluid tours 20 small New Zealand towns in March, with the help of Arts On Tour NZ, showcasing their stunning fusion of contemporary music and theatre.

With their unique synergy on stage, the Nelson-based duo perform a combination of high-energy rock funk anthems and improvised acts, morphing style, sound and character into a captivating experience for all ages to groove and be moved.

The show will be split into two halves with the first being delivered predominately as improvised songs and sonic landscapes using guitar, drum machine, and vocals. The second set will be a selection of songs from their debut album, The Groova Meista, released in April 2023.

The duo consists of Wellington-born vocalist and performance artist, Silk Satin Suede, and Nelson-born multiinstrumentalist and looping artist, Bosho. Their journey began in 2020 where they quickly found a synergy within improvised music in Bo’s jam room in Nelson, both artists being heavily inspired by the likes of Led Zeppelin, Talking Heads and Fat Freddy’s Drop.

Genre Fluid’s engaging theatrical street performances found them early local success and they became well recognised for their creative musicality in live looping, improvisation, theatrics, humour, and their ability to adapt to all environments, making them an act well-loved by all ages. This has led them to playing on festival stages and opening for legendary Kiwi artists such as Julia Deans, Mako Road, The Narcs and Albi & The Wolves.

Wednesday 27 March, 8pm at the Mussel Inn. $15 tickets on the door.

Cycle shop undergoes quiet revolution

JO RICHARDS

Paul Michell says he’s been interested in bikes all his life; “Cycling’s a beautiful sport.”

But as owner of The Quiet Revolution – Tākaka’s iconic cycle shop – Paul’s interest has been all-consuming for the last six years.

Now he is changing gear, stepping back from the business, and looking forward to rediscovering his passion for cycling.

“It’s been coming for a few years,” says the 54-year-old. “I was going to go until 60, but life is for now. The time is right.”

While the change marks a personal milestone for Paul, it is a historic moment for the ageing shop, which is unlikely to be occupied again. “It’s the oldest building in town,” says Paul. “I’m one of a long line. I feel I’ve touched history; it’s been an absolute privilege.” He is, then, almost certainly the final link on a chain that stretches back for around 150 years. “I’m grieved that I’m the last shopkeeper in this building, but times change.”

As well as respecting the heritage of the building, Paul also pays tribute to his loyal customers and supporters. “I want to thank the community.

I feel humbled to have served them. The locals have been the mainstay of the business, and I couldn’t have done it without the generosity of Jim and Andrea Bickley.”

Paul sees the shop as a community service as much as a business. “A bike changed my life and I’ve tried to make a difference in people’s lives.” He particularly enjoys keeping youngsters going on two wheels; “The best part is helping kids out with their bikes.”

He says one of the benefits of running the shop is that he gets to be his “own boss”, but there’s a lot of work behind the scenes and Paul does the majority of it single-handed.

That means for the last six years he’s had little time for anything else. “I only had one day a week for everything: family, the property, biking. I’m now taking a year off to focus on my cycling – road racing, the toughest sport in the world.”

Although The Quiet Revolution will no longer operate from its historic premises, Paul says the business has been sold and will continue to provide a service to the Bay’s bikers. “The new owner will relocate in due course.”

The purchaser, Chris Bennett, explained that, while he will own the business, it will be run by Steve Cottle and Rowan Watson, initially from a

building on the opposite side of the road to the old shop, which is due to open on 1 April. “We have a temporary solution, but we are actively seeking something permanent,” says Chris, adding that the plan extends to the creation of a cycling “hub”.

Wherever its long-term home may be, the spirit of The Quiet Revolution will live on through the name of the business and, courtesy of Marie Langley, Dean Raybould’s unique sign.

Before the iconic shop closes for good, Paul is opening his doors for a final time tomorrow morning. “We’ll have a bit of a social thing, then at 12.30pm I’ll lock the door and go away.”

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Owner of The Quiet Revolution Paul Michell is stepping back after six years. Photo: Jo Richards.

COBB, PARAPARA & GOULAND PREDATOR CONTROL UPDATENOTIFICATION OF IMPENDING

Vector Free Marlborough (VFM) wishes to advise landowners and other interested parties of its intention to aerially apply the toxin sodium fluoroacetate (1080) for the purpose of controlling possums, stoats, and rats in Kahurangi National Park.

The operation is being carried out by Vector Free Marlborough (VFM) on behalf of the Department of Conservation (DOC) to protect vulnerable native species from introduced predators.

Description of Area

The Cobb, Parapara & Gouland treatment areas take in approximately 155,000 hectares of public land managed by the Department of Conservation and several other Crown agencies, as well as small areas of unformed road administered by local District Councils.

Boundaries of the treatment area extend from Kahurangi Point and Aorere Valley start point of the Heaphy Track in the north, south to Venus Hut on the Karamea River. Much of the western boundary is defined by the coastline of the Tasman Sea before turning inland and loosely following parts of the Tubman Range & Kakapo Spur. To the east, the boundary follows parts of the Arthur and Lockett Ranges then crosses the Waingaro catchment, Anatoki Range and Anatoki catchment before skirting the eastern side of Parapara Peak and joining the northern boundary.

Public Access & Recreational Facilities

Public access to the treatment area is provided by several roads, as well as a large number of back-country tracks and associated facilities managed by DOC.

Huts and other back-country accommodation will generally be excluded from bait application during the application of toxic bait, although a number of very low-use sites may be over-sown subject to occupancy and consent conditions, in which case VFM field operatives will inspect for and recover toxic baits from open areas at the completion of application.

The affected sections of tracks will be restricted to public access whilst the aerial application of toxic bait takes place. While toxic bait is applied, affected facilities will have any water supplies disconnected and will be provided with alternative drinking water supplies in accordance with Public Health Permit conditions.

Toxin warning signs will be in place at all track entrances and in huts immediately prior to the application of toxic bait. Advisory signage will also be installed at key sites prior to non-toxic prefeed application.

Commencement Date

Note: This is a re-publication of earlier notices for the Cobb, Parapara & Gouland operations which advised that work would begin from 2nd February 2024. This is a republication of this notice.

The aerial application of bait containing sodium fluoroacetate (1080) was completed in February/early March in the Cobb & Parapara blocks.

Work in the Gouland block will begin with the aerial application of non-toxic cereal prefeed pellets. This will be followed five or more days later by the aerial application of cereal pellets containing biodegradable 1080.

All work is weather dependent and people intending to visit the affected area from 2nd February 2024 onwards are advised to check the VFM and DOC websites for the status of the operation, and/or seek up-to-date information from the DOC office in Takaka.

Bait Description

Prefeed: Non-toxic cereal-based pellet, approximately 16mm long, cinnamon-lured and non-dyed (sandy coloured).

Toxic bait: Cereal based pellet, approximately 16mm long, cinnamon-lured and dyed green with a toxic loading of 0.15% sodium fluoroacetate (1080).

A portion of the Cobb treatment area will have prefeed and 1080 bait applied containing deer repellent where consent conditions allow.

The aerial operation will use helicopters equipped with Global Positioning System (GPS) hardware and calibrated buckets to ensure accurate placement and adherence to consent conditions.

Precautions

This pesticide is poisonous to humans and domestic animals. The public are reminded of the danger that toxic baits and possum carcasses pose, particularly to children and dogs.

Children should be kept under strict supervision in the treatment area. Dogs should be kept under strict control at all times and not have access to, or be taken into the treatment area as they are particularly susceptible to accidental poisoning through contact with 1080 bait and poisoned carcasses. The risks of poison carcasses to dogs may extend downstream of the control area. Game animals should not be sold or taken for eating from within or adjacent to this area until it is declared clear of pesticides. Warning signs will be erected at all main public entry points and the public are reminded that it is an offence to remove any of these signs. Warning signage will remain in place until monitoring indicates that bait and carcasses no longer contain pesticide residues. Observe the following precautions whenever you see toxin warning signs present:

• DO NOT touch bait

• WATCH CHILDREN at all times

• DO NOT EAT animals from this area or from within the “buffer zone” outside the treatment area boundary. The buffer zone is 200m for rabbits, 1km for hares, tahr, wallabies and possums, and 2 km for deer, pigs and any other animals.

• DEADLY TO DOGS, do not allow dogs access to animal carcasses

**If you suspect poisoning

Contact your local hospital, or dial 111

National Poisons Centre 0800 POISON – 0800 764 766

In the case of a domestic animal being poisoned, contact a local veterinarian.

For further information please contact the Cobb, Parapara & Gouland Operation Controller:

Vector Free Marlborough

Department of Conservation

PO Box 5171 Takaka Office

Springlands

Blenheim 7241

Ph: 0508 548 008

Email: communications@vectorfree.co.nz

62 Commercial Street

Takaka 7110

Email: takaka@doc.govt.nz

Kia ora whānau

• A good start to the school year with very few speeders detected around schools at pick up and drop off times. Please remember the 20kmph speed restriction when passing stationary school buses as well.

• A couple of Kontiki fishing units have been reported lost at sea and are likely to wash up. As with any found property, please hand them into Police so they can be returned to their owners or legitimately returned to the finder if Police can’t locate the owner.

• 26 February: A 49-year-old local male was arrested for possession of an offensive weapon following a neighbourhood disturbance.

28 February: A 30-year-old local female was charged with driving with excess breath alcohol and careless driving following a single motor vehicle crash near Collingwood. Thankfully nobody was injured.

• 5 March: A 55-year-old local male was arrested following a serious assault with a weapon in the library carpark. The male is charged with injuring with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and next appears in court 29 April 2024.

• 10 March: A 38-year-old male from Blenheim was arrested for arson following a house fire overnight in Upper Tākaka. He has been remanded in custody to appear in the Nelson District Court on 8 April 2024.

Kia pai tō mutunga wiki.

The cream of dairy sheep and goats

Golden Bay is now the home of a new business run by an enterprising couple "hooked on" dairy sheep.

Julia and Graham Lee, trading as Rameka Dairy Sheep and Goats, sell milking sheep and goats "bred for lifestyle blocks and homesteads".

Julia's journey began with one white Saanen doe she received for Christmas in 2007. "Mistletoe" was the family's first "house goat" on a 10-acre block at Kaikōura, and from that small beginning the Rameka flock has grown, with other breeds added. Now a selection of Toggenburg and British Alpine goats are available as well.

Julia was introduced to dairy sheep in 2015, starting with Damara and Gotland breeds. Rameka has introduced Awassi and East Friesian genetics and now have predominantly Assaf sheep, bred for hardiness and colour, which offers protection from the sun. The flock is well handled, used to dogs, bred for gentle characters, sturdy build, good feet, and strong immune systems.

Julia has eight to 10 very quiet ewes she milks once a day, with the family enjoying the creamy product and cheese she

makes. Milk is not for sale, but milking ewes, ewe hoggets, and proven dairy breed rams are. All lambs born in 2023 were reared on their mothers and are already sold. Julia is careful that animals go to good homes, and she provides after-sale advice and support.

Rameka sheep from Golden Bay are now on farms in Canterbury, Southland, Timaru, West Coast, and Nelson. Dairy goats are also for sale, but Julia does focus on the sheep as they are "so affectionate and gorgeous". The ewes proved this friendliness when we walked into the paddock, with "Hope" rubbing herself on my legs, and "Marmalade” nibbling my notes.

Rameka Dairy also run workshops, popular for people wanting to learn about dairy sheep and goats, and how to milk, feed, and handle them. Olly Ricketts from Homestead and Farm Services is also involved with natural animal health care and methods with no chemicals. Rameka animals have no footrot issues and are run with no drench. Stocking rate is not high, and horses are grazed in paddocks for parasite control.

Julia is happy for visitors to meet her flock, and the flock are definitely happy to meet visitors. Contact ramekadairysheepgoats@gmail.com and you may get hooked as well.

JOYCE WYLLIE

Julia Lee with some of her "girls", from left, Marmalade, Blackberry, Snowy, Hope, Liquorice and Daisy. Photo: Joyce Wyllie.

MOTUPIPI INDOOR BOWLS

As the seasons close in on us, an activity for those winter afternoons gets underway again. Indoor bowls at the Senior Citizens' Hall on a Tuesday at 1pm. 'Social and friendly' is the motto for us with a little competition and the wish and challenge to improve included. For a small charge you can come along and give it a try, have a laugh and share social time and a cuppa. New players always welcome.

Starting March 19th.

saw one of its busiest weekends of the year when the annual motocross (MX)

large field of riders from the Top of the South Island and beyond enjoyed two

organised by

Nelson Motorcycle Club. Photos: Joyce Wyllie.

Bikers kick up some dirt as they make a racing start.

The event takes place in the heart of a stunning landscape.

Thinking about your drinking

Have you ever thought about changing your drinking habits? Is alcohol starting to cause problems in your life?

Alcohol is the most commonly used drug in New Zealand. Unfortunately, it can cause problems for your physical health, mental health, relationships, finances, and spiritual wellbeing.

Some people find that they may be drinking more than they would like to but are not sure how to reduce or stop. Some have tried to cut back but have slowly returned to higher amounts. Whatever you or your loved one’s concerns are, the good news is that there is free support available.

Where to get help:

Visit: www.alcoholdrughelp.org.nz to find local support. You’ll find free, non-judgmental information,

education and services.

Call the Alcohol & Drug Helpline 24 hours a day, seven days a week on 0800 787 797 to speak to a trained counsellor. The Māori Line is 0800 787 798, the Pasifika Line is 0800 787 799, and the Youth Line is 0800 787 984.

You can also look at the Living Sober website at: www.livingsober.org.nz for support.

Ideas to cut down your drinking might include:

• Plan how many drinks you will have before you start and stick to it

• Eat before you drink and while you are drinking

• Drink a glass of water in between alcoholic drinks

• Try having non-alcohol days each week

• Drink slowly, sip your drink

• Drink lower strength alcohol drinks such as beer instead of wine or spirits

• Let your friends and family know you are trying to cut back and ask for their support

• Spend time with people who do not drink alcohol

• Try an alternative drink such as ginger beer or soda water with lemon

• Contact a local alcohol service for ideas and support

Wondering whether you or someone you know has a problem?

The Alcohol and Drug Helpline have put together a free quiz to assess whether your drinking might be putting you at risk of alcohol-related harm. Head to: www.alcoholdrughelp.org.nz/problem to take the quiz.

RESULTS

GOLF

9 March. 1st Hay Cup (nett): W Rothwell 66, W Dobbie 68, J Bell 72. Closest to pin: 3/12 M Dixon, 4/13 W Dobbie, 8/17 R Young, 9/18 W Rothwell. Happy wanderer: R Miller. Best gross: W Rothwell 84.

AGM NOTICES

MOTUPIPI Indoor Bowls Club AGM, Tuesday 19 March, Senior Citizens' Hall, 1pm. Roll up or social time to follow.

MOHUA MenzShed AGM, Wednesday 20 March, 7.30pm, Golden Bay Community Centre, 88 Commercial St, Tākaka, (down behind the former Dada Manifesto). Light supper provided.

RECENT AGM / Hui ā tau - Nō nā tata nei

URUWHENUA Women's Institute. President: N Ward. Secretary: M Nalder. Treasurer: N Ward.

ORGANISATIONS may have their committee members’ names printed in this column for free if emailed to admin@ gbweekly.co.nz

PERSONAL NOTICES / Pānui ake

SOPER, Mary. 7 August 1930 – 20 February 2024. We would like to thank all of the kind and caring people who sent messages, cards, baking and flowers on the recent passing of Mary. A huge thank you to those who cared for Mary with compassion and love and those who visited her in the rest home at GBCH. Mary had a big heart and was always up for a laugh. Please accept this as a personal thank you from the Soper family.

PUBLIC NOTICES / Pānui a whānui

EASTER edition: The GB Weekly will be delivered on Thursday 28 March. See note on page 3 about early deadline. GB Animal Welfare Society Inc (ex-SPCA). Ph Carol Wells 525 9494, 8am-5pm weekdays.

THE NBS Tinbum Triathlon committee wishes to thank the following sponsors for their generosity: NBS, Pohara Top 10 Holiday Park, Pupu Hydro Society, Fulton Hogan, EarthSea Gallery, Danny Walker, Sally Anne Neal and Dave Scotland, FreshChoice, Amy and Dan Darwen, First National, Harcourts, Wholemeal Cafe, Hammer Hardware, Dangerous Kitchen, Quiet Revolution, Golden Bay Community Board. We also thank the fantastic marshals. You all contributed to an awesome day. We are looking forward to seeing you next year!

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.

NOTICE OF MEETING

NELSON MARLBOROUGH CONSERVATION BOARD

Te Rūnanga Whakauka o Kahurangi ki Kaikōura

The next Nelson Marlborough Conservation Board meeting will be held on Monday 18 March 2024 at Onetahua Marae.

A public forum will be conducted from 1.30pm.

To register your attendance at the meeting and/or obtain a copy of the agenda, please contact: Board Support Officer Email: nelsonmarlboroughboard@doc.govt.nz

The Whittaker Trust

Funding Applications – March 2024 (applications close Friday 22 March 2024)

Applications are invited from local organisations seeking financial assistance to improve the quality of life for the sick or elderly members of the Golden Bay community.

Application forms are available from:

The Whittaker Trust secretary, Jaine Lindsay, email: r-j.lindsay@xtra.co.nz

Completed applications must be submitted no later than 5pm, Friday 22 March 2024 either to: 457 Hamama Road, RD 1, Takaka 7183 or to: r-j.lindsay@xtra.co.nz

CLASSIFIEDS

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

Golden Bay Community Health is a Rural Integrated Health Centre consisting of a Medical Centre, Urgent Care, Allied Health, Community Nursing, Well-Child, Maternity, In-Patients and Aged Residential Care.

We are currently recruiting for the role of:

Registered Nurse - Rural

We are looking for dynamic Registered Nurses to join our dedicated team who are committed to providing the very best in health care to the Golden Bay community.

About you

You will need to have:

• A current practicing certificate;

• Experience in General/Aged Care nursing is essential and acute nursing an advantage.

To apply for the role please visit https://www.nbph.org.nz/professionals/careers/nbph Vacancy open until filled.

Support Worker/Coach

Start as casual 16 hours (+ sleepovers & weekends)

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

We are seeking flexible & open- minded individuals who are astute, empathetic and good listeners for casual or part-time shift work (various shifts 4- 8hrs during day/evening/night and weekends) Check out our webpage w w w tw m or g nz /car eer s for the full job description We would like to hear from you if you are looking for a meaningful & exciting job with an above-average hourly pay rate (applicants with mental-health work experience preferred)

If you are considering applying but unsure of some details, please contact us directly at 03 525 9624 TWM will invest in training for the right candidate! Please forward your complete application (Cover letter, CV and our TWM Application Form) to: H R @ t w m o r g n z

Application close: OPEN until filled!

Consent for Police Vetting is required.

TWM National DBT Service – 163 Commercial Street

TWM Community Mental Health Service – 34 Motupipi Street

TWM Employment Service – 84 Commercial Street

Golden Bay Community Health is a Rural Integrated Health Centre consisting of a Medical Centre, Urgent Care, Allied Health, Community Nursing, Well-Child, Maternity, In-Patients and Aged Residential Care.

We are currently recruiting for the role of:

Cook - Casual

We are looking for an experienced Cook to join our team on a casual basis to fill in for our breakfast and night cook. Will consider experienced Kitchen Assistants. If you are passionate about food, we want to hear from you.

To apply for the role please visit

https://www.nbph.org.nz/professionals/careers/nbph Vacancy open until filled.

VACANT

Science & Field Programme Lead

• Combine your expertise in pest ecology with an opportunity to protect a precious taonga

• Full time, two-year fixed term, based in Takaka, Golden Bay

Pest Free Onetahua (PFO) has a bold ambition to restore a rich abundance of birds and other native wildlife to Onetahua/ Farewell Spit to be enjoyed by future generations. To achieve this, we aim to completely remove pest species from Onetahua and prevent their return. Bold yet achievable and we need your help!

Pest Free Onetahua project is a partnership between Tasman Environmental Trust and Manawhenua ki Mohua and works with the Department of Conservation, local landowners, businesses and the residents of Golden Bay. The project is part of a nationwide initiative supported by Predator Free 2050 Ltd in a path towards a pest free Aotearoa.

Working with the Project Lead, the Science & Field Programme Lead will be responsible for implementing the Operational Plan and the leading the adaptive management programme based on information gathered as the project proceeds.

Our ideal applicant will have a commitment to improving New Zealand’s biodiversity and protecting the unique habitats of Onetahua. You will be able to demonstrate proven success in predator control operations and research in a New Zealand context, be proficient in data analysis and managing GIS systems and have a science, conservation or related degree. You will be able to demonstrate resolute attention to detail, and have a strong focus on managing timelines, work programmes, information and deliverables.

For the right, talented professional, the role, based in Takaka, Golden Bay, offers a good mix of autonomy, negotiated accountability and job flexibility without the burden of excessive bureaucracy. If you want to create a legacy by improving a taonga of international significance, this is your job.

A role description and more information are available on request. To apply, please email your CV and cover letter to info@onetahuarestoration.org.nz by 5pm Tuesday 2 April 2024.

HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora

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.

SITUATIONS VACANT / Tūranga wātea

SUPPORT WORKERS

Access is one of New Zealand’s leading healthcare organisations, specialising in home-based healthcare and support.

We’re looking for people in the Golden Bay area with a desire to make a valuable and rewarding contribution to our communities. This critically important role will assist our clients to live independently in their homes.

We are particularly interested in people wanting casual/ part-time employment.

Responsibilities include personal care (showering, dressing, grooming) and household assistance (cleaning) and supporting rehabilitation.

We provide ongoing training and development, with the possibility to gain a qualification.

Please contact Danial on 04 830 0812 or email recruitment@access.org.nz

Customer Service Representative

TAKAKA

Join PGG Wrightson Takaka as a Customer Service Representative (CSR), working in store to provide customers with knowledgeable advise about our product range while also promoting sales. This role is a fixed-term, full-time role , working Monday to Friday and 3 hours on Saturday, covering for parental leave for 12 months.

A bit about us

For over 160 years PGG Wrightson (PGW) have worked alongside New Zealand farmers to service their on-farm needs, supporting our common goal of helping grow the country. Key to these partnerships and our business success are our people. More than anything else, our people are what set us apart and allow us to be successful at what we do every day.

A typical day as a CSR includes the following:

Developing exceptional customer service skills to enable you to greet customers both in store and over the phone

Learning to network with customers as you share your newly found knowledge about PGG Wrightsons extensive product range

• Perfecting your ability to sell as you apply newly learnt skills to process sales and product requests using our D365 computer software

Applying attention to detail to accurately receive and process inwards goods

Unleash your creative side as you display our store stock in an exciting way to promote sales

• Displaying your commitment to safety in everything you do.

What you’ll bring to the team:

• A willingness to learn and be taught

• A positive hard working attitude

A desire to be part of a great team and an ability to communicate

Good physical fitness as you will be on your feet for the majority of the day and be required to complete many manual handling tasks throughout the day

• A full, current, and clean NZ driver’s licence (or be willing to obtain this as soon as possible).

Why work for PGW

Once you’re on board, we place great value on ensuring you have the opportunities to develop yourself and meet your career goals. We offer many career progression opportunities and back these up with a selection of training courses. PGW also have a number of staff benefits available to every member that joins the team.

Apply today!

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Sam Yeatman for a confidential discussion - 027 6142521

To find out more about working at PGG Wrightson or to view other opportunities please visit careers.pggwrightson.co.nz and enter reference code 23827NSP

Apply now!

Applications close Monday, 25 March 2024.

Providing

• Sports & Accident injuries

• Complex musculoskeletal conditions

• Clinical reviews / Second opinions

• Orthopaedic / Post-operative rehabilitation

• Postural / Biomechanical correction programmes

• Clinical Massage Therapy

No

Physio assessment

TRADES AND SERVICES / Mahi a ratonga

Abel Tasman Accounting Limited

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

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

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

ARBORIST, qualified, ph Jack Stevens 021 211 5580.

ARCHITECT services. Building and resource consents. Residential, commercial and industrial. Chris Pyemont Architects, ph 021 0278 4729.

ARCHITECTURE design. Certified Passive House designer. Residential new/alterations. For a local, friendly, and reliable service ph Juan 021 211 1339 or email: design@ortizstudio. co.nz

BUILDER: GL Building Tākaka. Renovations, alterations, extensions, new builds, decks and all your repair and maintenance needs. Ph Grant 027 485 5987.

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

CHIMNEY cleaning, chainsawing, polesawing/pruning, weedwhacking, general property/land maintenance. 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.

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. 30 years aeronautical engineer. Small building, carpentry and chainsawing, other jobs to be discussed. Ph Shaun 027 880 3535.

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

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

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.

LUXAFLEX® blinds, adding style and sophistication to New Zealand windows since the 1950s. Ph Imagine designs for a free measure and quote 027 440 0071, showroom: 96b Commercial St, Tākaka.

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

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.

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

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

WINDOW cleaning. Ph Willem 022 134 1726.

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

GOLDEN BAY ORGANICS

- Fresh Produce - Natural Health Products

- Bulk Foods - Housekeeping Products 525 8677

FOR SALE / Hei hokohoko

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

TANDEM TRAILER 10x5, non-braked, reg on hold, no WOF. Offers. Ph 021 185 5362.

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.

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

Time for GREEN MANURE CROPS!

Blue Lupins, Oats, Mustard, Peas, Broad Beans

EATING OUT / Kai wahi kē

DINE WITH US!

Open 7 days

Breakfast

8am - 10am

UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere

FRIDAY 15 MARCH

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

SATURDAY 16 MARCH

PUBLIC TALK WITH GESHE JAMPA THARCHIN. “Why is our Precious and Meaningful Human Life so Powerful.” 3pm to 4.30pm at the Sandcastle, Haile Lane, Pōhara. By donation. All warmly welcome. www.chandrakirti.co.nz

TUESDAY 19 MARCH

GB WEEKLY DEADLINE: noon today. Stitch ‘n Sew is our agent in Tākaka. Or you can email us: admin@gbweekly.co.nz.

WEDNESDAY 20 MARCH

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

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

EATING OUT / Kai wahi kē

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

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

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 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.

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!

Cocktails & Dinner

4pm - 8pm

Groups welcome | Gift Vouchers available Book online at www.ratanuilodge.com or

P: 03 525 7998

818 Abel Tasman Drive Pohara

CHURCH SERVICES ON SUNDAYS

GOLDEN Bay Anglican Church warmly invites you to join them on Sunday, 10am at Tākaka or 4.45pm at Collingwood (starting with a cuppa). Fellowship gatherings (fellowship, songs, prayer and bible study) held fortnightly – 10, 24 March; traditional services (with a speaker) held on alternate fortnights – 3, 17, 31 March.

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 David Moynan.

Sunday 17 March

10.30am,

Miller, 021 106 8461

GALLERIES / Whakakitenga

BAYVIEW GALLERY OPEN WEEKENDS in MARCH. 11am- 5pm. 1km up Matenga Rd Ligar Bay. Pene Ralph painting and prints. John Michell fine turned wood. Ph 027 632 7909.

EARTHSEA GALLERY

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

THURSDAY 21 MARCH

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

LATER EVENTS

STEAM UP AT THE ROCKVILLE MUSEUM, Easter Sunday 31 March. Steam happening again, so come and check it out. All of the usuals too, scones and tea, etc. Questions to Pam ph 021 0297 7367.

CARBON FOOTPRINT CALCULATOR WORKSHOP. Wednesday 27 March, see advert on next page for details.

TAKAKA COHOUSING EASTER FAIR, Sunday 31 March from 12-3pm. See advert on next page for details.

KUNG FU EXPERIENCE

Increased energy and well being. Freedom from fear and intimidation through meditative practice. Self defense.

The Mussel Inn Coming Up...

Sat 24th MIKE GARNER & NEIL BILLINGTON –old-time and Chicago blues. $15 door.

Wed 27th GENRE FLUID – the original groovermeisters. $15 door.

Thu 28th QUIZ. 7.30pm, all welcome.

Sat 30th HYPERCULTE - minimalist transpop prekraut postdisco duo band from Switzerland. $20 tickets @ undertheradar. $25 door.

APRIL

Fri 5th BROTHER SISTER + JOLA BURNS - 80s inspired electro pop. $15 tickets @ undertheradar. $20 door.

Sun 7th HERA – tickets coming soon.

Wed 10th BARRY SAUNDERS & JACKIE BRISTOW. $35 tickets @ eventfinda. $40 door.

Thu 11th QUIZ. 7.30pm, all welcome.

Sat 13th DARTZ - good vibes punk rock! Tickets @ undertheradar.

Sun 14th JULIA DEANS - one special show! Limited tickets @ undertheradar.

For more details see www.musselinn.co.nz

Wed

Friday:

Saturday: Southwesterlies predominating. Cloudy areas with the odd shower at first but increasing fine breaks from afternoon.

Sunday: Southwesterlies freshening for a time. Cloudy areas in the west otherwise fine and mild in the afternoon.

Monday: Light winds, tending southerly. Some cloudy periods otherwise mainly fine and briefly mild.

Tuesday: Light winds with sea breezes for a time. A few cloudy areas otherwise mainly fine. Becoming warm inland.

Free Community Wellbeing Workshop

Free Community

Free Community Wellbeing Workshop

Wellbeing Workshop

Golden Bay

Golden Bay

Golden Bay

Nelson Bays Primary Health is providing free community wellbeing workshops around the region and we have the following session coming up in Golden Bay.

Nelson Bays Primary Health is providing free community wellbeing workshops around the region and we have the following session coming up in Golden Bay. Please come along and enjoy a cuppa and kai with us!

Nelson Bays Primary Health is providing free community wellbeing workshops around the region and we have the following session coming up in Golden Bay. Please come along and enjoy a cuppa and kai with us!

Please come along and enjoy a cuppa and kai with us!

Details:

Date: Thursday 4 April 2024 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm

Details:

Details:

Location: Golden Bay Work Centre, 84 Commercial Street, Takaka

Date: Thursday 4 April 2024 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm

Date: Thursday 4 April 2024 Time: 10.00am - 3.00pm

Topics Covered:

Location: Golden Bay Work Centre, 84 Commercial Street, Takaka

Location: Golden Bay Work Centre, 84 Commercial Street, Takaka

Understanding Stress, Depression and Anxiety

Topics Covered:

Managing thoughts and feelings Mindfulness Boundaries

Topics Covered:

Understanding Stress, Depression and Anxiety

Understanding Stress, Depression and Anxiety

Facilitated By: Vicky Bryant, Mental Health Clinician/Counsellor

Managing thoughts and feelings Mindfulness Boundaries

Managing thoughts and feelings Mindfulness Boundaries

To register please contact: receptiongb@nbph.org.nz 03 525 0060

Registrations close 28 March 2024

Facilitated By: Vicky Bryant, Mental Health Clinician/Counsellor

Facilitated By: Vicky Bryant, Mental Health Clinician/Counsellor

To register please contact: receptiongb@nbph.org.nz 03 525 0060

To register please contact: receptiongb@nbph.org.nz 03 525 0060

Registrations close 28 March 2024

Registrations close 28 March 2024

Tākaka Library

Thursday

March

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