The GB Weekly - 31 May 2024

Still fighting for civil rights

When Theron Burgess’ mother and stepfather visited Golden Bay recently, The GB Weekly jumped at his invitation to interview the “legends”.

Bob Zellner and Pamela Smith are civil rights activists from the United States of America. Renowned for his work as a “freedom rider”, Bob wrote the story of his life, The Wrong Side of Murder Creek (published in 2011), which inspired the 2020 movie, Son of the South

“Growing up in Alabama in the 1940s, 50s, and 60s as a white person,” explained Bob, “meant you were pretty much automatically a member of the clan.” The Ku Klux Klan (KKK).

Bob’s father James (a Methodist preacher) and grandfather were clan members. In the 1930s, James travelled Europe to convert Jews, “so the fascists wouldn’t execute

them”. However, during a winter travelling via horse-drawn sled throughout the Soviet Union, he met and became friends with American gospel singers from Georgia, “who happened to be black”. James came to realise the absurdity of racial division.

Upon returning to Alabama, he threw in his KKK membership, much to his indigenous wife’s relief. The fallout was that they became ostracised by their community. “If you left the KKK it was a death sentence. They were supposed to kill you then,” said Bob.

In his turn, Bob took up the cause whilst at high school in Mobile, Alabama, after a black student enrolled at Alabama University, “and all people were disturbed because this young black woman was going to ruin the University of Alabama”.

In 1961, Bob became the first white field secretary of the Student Nonviolent

Coordinating Committee (SNCC), a position he held for several years until it became a Blacks-only association.

Over the years, Bob has stood with Martin Luther King and others, and he rode the freedom bus with Rosa Parks. He has taken part in protests and demonstrations, received numerous beatings from armed forces, been thrown in jail many times, and faced a potential hanging.

“I was completely convinced they would [hang me] but I just kept talking...A very courageous black lawyer from Mississippi paid the bail and took me up to Jackson. He saved my life.”

Several of Bob’s comrades during those early years “were lynched, but no-one ever served any time for it...the last one was in 1985 in Mobile”.

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GB Special Projects

The Golden Bay Community Board (GBCB) has money to distribute to local “special” projects and is inviting the community to have its say on how the funds are allocated.

The total amount in Golden Bay’s Special Projects budget is around $38,000, which can be used to support any or all of the seven projects shortlisted by the board:

• Christmas decorations for Commercial Street and Tasman Street

• A “Welcome to Golden Bay/Mohua” sign

• Funding towards the Pākawau playground

Funding towards a tunnel house for the hanging baskets

Replacing the fencing outside Dangerous Kitchen on Commercial Street

• Upgrading the existing CCTV network

• Contributing funding to the Rockville community pool

The distribution of funds will be guided by the Golden Bay community, who are being encouraged to provide feedback, ranking the projects from one to seven (with one being the most preferred). Not all projects need to be given a score, however; respondents can rank as many or as few of the seven as they wish.

Feedback can be submitted by completing a hard copy form and delivering/posting it to Tasman District Council’s (TDC) Golden Bay Service Centre, or by going online to the Shape Tasman webpage. More details are provided in the advert on page 5 of this issue.

Depending on the public feedback, the available funds may be allocated to one or more of the listed projects. A final decision will be made by GBCB at its next scheduled meeting on 1 July.

GBCB chair Abbie Langford says the board will be very grateful for public feedback on the projects. “We really appreciate people taking the time to help us distribute the funds. It’s the community’s money not the board’s.”

Feedback closes on Sunday 16 June.

Better Off Funding

The Government’s edict regarding the reassignment of Better Off Funding (BOF) has left councils across the country unable to start and/or complete projects previously funded under the scheme. BOF was associated with the nowdefunct Three Waters programme, which the new government scrapped to make...

RONNIE SHORT

JO RICHARDS

Civil rights activists, Pamela Smith and her husband Bob Zellner, from the USA. Photo: Ronnie Short.

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...way for its Local Water Done Well scheme.

Under this new initiative, the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) has been working alongside councils, including Tasman District Council (TDC), to identify opportunities to redirect any unspent BOF towards water-related investment.

In TDC’s case, of the $5.64 million in BOF received from DIA in 2021, $713,200 will be redirected as a result of the change. Around $500,000 of this sum will go towards the water services delivery plan and establishment of a council-controlled organisation to implement the Local Water Done Well programme, while, in Golden Bay, $5,000 has been allocated for installation of CCTV at Collingwood’s Wastewater Treatment Plant.

Altogether, four Tasman BOF projects have been subject to the funding reallocation, although three of these have only had a partial amount redirected. One of those most affected is Tākaka’s proposed skate and bike park, which has forfeited the entire $50,000 BOF provision intended for a feasibility study, community engagement, and design of the facility.

In a media release issued last week, TDC explained why the skate park funding was lost: “Certainty around the purchase of land for the park was required by council before we proceeded with any work on the project and, despite an extension being granted to us, we made a decision based on the acknowledgement it would not be achieved by the approved completion date of May 31.”

Refresh for Bay's vital work hub

Sporting a new blue-toned paint job mellowed with warm mustard interludes, the Golden Bay Workcentre Trust (GBWCT) buildings are looking spruce.

Funding for painting the exterior came from a Lotteries Board grant, while the Lion’s Foundation provided funding for some internal painting. GBWCT general manager Cait Tomlinson worked with Sarah Jane Brown on interior colours.

Alli Gardener, community housing and community development activities co-ordinator, acknowledged the following for their workmanship: Mohua MenzShed for redoing some of the main house front verandah decorative woodwork; Shane Eggers and team for the exterior painting; Mark Roberts for interior painting of the hallway and front meeting room; and Craig Hodgkinson, “who patched up all the holes”.

This is the third repaint since the house was purchased 40 years ago. Alli became manager in the mid-90s when there were no outbuildings. “Over the years this place has just shifted shape...and still one of the drivers is preparing people for picking up the [work] opportunities...we have always been true to the ethos.”

General manager since 2020, Cait agreed, “We run information services with Heartlands, and working with youth is our main focus now.”

Trust member Hess Williams is an original founding member of what began as a craft co-operative of women who rented an old power board house along Buxton Lane in 1979. They ran a creche in the garage alongside, taking turns caring for their young children. Other members were Trix Dyer, Merrin Westerink, Linda Williams, Suzie Mountfort (now Peacock), Val Chappell, Liz Thomas, and Jan McLean.

“It was a time when we were interested in those co-op ideas, working together, pooling resources all that sort of stuff,” said

Suzie.

They were all empowered by feminism, as Hess explained, “I think the feminist movement brought women together. That was a lot of the catalyst for the setting up of the Workcentre... The main employers in the Bay were the dairy industry, fishing, the cement works, and the schools. There was a big influx of people in the 70s like us, and there weren’t any jobs at all.”

Liz Thomas, herself a staunch feminist at the time, agrees that they were all about women’s employment and empowerment. She took care of the women’s resource room, which housed books and information about feminism. “It was really just a place women could get together and plot,” she said.

And plot they did. They undertook an employment survey, which proved a lot more complicated than they realised. However, the joint energy of these women who wanted to create an environment where they could thrive, follow creative pursuits, and make some money, bore results.

When their rental became unavailable, they sought another venue. With advice from mentors Colin Gunn and Mary O’Regan from Nelson Polytechnic’s community education sector, and Mary’s husband, lawyer Alister Barnett, they became a registered legal identity and charitable trust. After securing funding and assistance from Internal Affairs, and a loan, they purchased the house and property at 84 Commercial Street in 1984.

Renting out rooms provided an income, then government funding was made available to run training courses. Suzie became training manager, responsible for the organisation of those. Warren Hoy became manager after Suzie.

From its early inception, the concept has seen the evolution of many businesses that began within the Workcentre’s walls, such as Artisans, the Sustainable Living Centre, Mohua Social Services, Senior Net, Trees on Farms, and the Golden Bay Housing Trust, to name a few.

RONNIE SHORT

Golden Bay Workcentre Trust members proud of the new blue-toned paint job: From left, Hess Willams, Cait Tomlinson and Alli Gardener.

Photo: Ronnie Short.

10-Year Plan = 11 per cent rates rise

JO RICHARDS

Tasman ratepayers are to be hit with a rates hike of just over 11 per cent for the coming year.

This represents a significant increase compared with the figure of 9.6 per cent quoted in Tasman District Council’s 10Year Plan consultation document.

The decision, taken by elected members, to increase rates further comes at the end of a long period of public consultation on the draft plan, a process that has included submissions, hearings and deliberations.

With deliberations now completed, TDC has agreed in principle to the make-up of the 10-Year Plan and, with it, expected rates rises of 11.1 per cent for 2024/2025, seven per cent for the following year, and an average over 10 years of five per cent.

During the consultation period, TDC received a total of 1,060 submissions which, according to its media release issued on Tuesday, helped to shape the final discussions. “We wish to thank all submitters and residents for their input into the consultation process, which had provided a valuable basis for deliberations. Your feedback has showed where the priorities lie in Tasman – this has enabled us to reach a fair balance between services and long term affordability.”

The plan reflects the need to maintain and improve core infrastructure, such as roads and water networks, as well as the importance of investing in community facilities.

Amongst the major projects confirmed are TDC’s share of funding for the Motueka pool, Waimea Community Facilities and a new community facility at Tapawera, while the recreation facility upgrade for Murchison was brought forward from Year 8 to Year 5. Funding was also included to support a new regional inclusive playground at Saxton Fields.

Although TDC has prepared its own budgets for the plan, it recognises that uncertainty over external funding means investment in transport and water infrastructure is not yet finalised. “As with all councils, portions of this plan could still be affected by the Government's legislative changes especially those associated with Local Water Done Well and possible

changes to NZTA funding.”

TDC staff will now prepare the final plan, supporting information and associated policies, for formal adoption by the Council on 27 June.

Still fighting for civil rights

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As if that wasn’t enough, Bob has dodged bullets from vigilantes and police clan members and suffered severe beatings from white prisoners whom he was thrown in jail with. “They [the cops] knew what they would do, they’d say, ‘This one’s a freedom rider, you know how to treat him,’ and turn their backs.”

Many violent assaults over the years have resulted in Post-traumatic Stress Disorder for Bob, now aged 85 and still unstoppable in his passion and fight for civil rights.

Pamela’s area of expertise lies in the reproductive rights of women; “I have always been very involved in the rights of indigenous people.”

During the 1970s, Pamela established a school of midwifery

at The Farm in Summertown, Tennessee, with Ina May Gaskin (author of Spiritual Midwifery). Pamela also later set up Wee Care, “a support cause for mothers needing mothering”, and provided doula services for indigenous women.

In 2016, she met Bob during a film shoot at a Black Rock Unity concert. He was directing the performance piece she was part of. It was love at first sight for both.

This remarkable couple currently travel and teach the history of civil rights to young people in America. They also fight for democracy.

“I think every democracy in the world is under threat right now,” said Bob. “We are on the brink of a great progressive error in world politics.”

LONG WEEKEND LOADING................

WHAKAARO: Should we be worried?

SUBMITTED BY ANDY CLARK

For the 40 years that I have lived in Golden Bay, the potential for Sam's Creek gold mine to be a reality has been limited by the gold price and legislation that has protected our environment, particularly our waterways and aquifers. With “New Zealand now open for business” under the new government, it deeply concerns me that Golden Bay’s values, environment and viability will come a distant second in the race for profit.

The Government’s proposed Fast-Track Approvals legislation plans to override all current legislation that New Zealanders rely on to provide a balanced outcome to new projects and protection for our environment. The thought that the Government invited Siren Gold’s Sam's Creek gold mine to be a part of Fast-Track process sets warning bells ringing loudly.

Based on what little information is available, the proposed mine will create a "forever" waste pile of 10.7 million tonnes of damp, finely ground rock containing processing c yanide and 75,000 tonnes of arsenic, placed somewhere around Upper Tākaka. The size of the waste pile will be up to the volume of an 11-metre high pile covering the Commercial, Meihana and Motupipi Streets triangle. Should we be worried?

I don’t have the expertise to determine the risk that this poses to our environment but I would suggest that neither do the six business sector executives who are appointed to recommend Fast-Track projects to the Government. The second tier of the process if used, is an "expert panel" of unknown makeup who cannot recommend that a project be declined, that is solely the responsibility of three government ministers with no expertise.

More alarm bells ringing.

So with minimal input from Golden Bay, we could end up with a huge toxic waste dump built close to the Tākaka River and above our aquifers with the proposed Fast-Track legislation overriding the existing Water Conservation Order that protects the quality of our ground water. Again, I don’t have the expertise to determine how many people or businesses extract the water from the aquifer or whether potential leaching into our aquifers could impact on the health of our farmed animals and fish, the quality of the milk supplied to Fonterra and our aquaculture industry, but I do know that the NZ Drinking Water Standards only require 0.01 milligrams of a rsenic per litre to be in any water supply before it is not fit for human consumption. A potentially wide-reaching worry?

In the 1990s, "current best practice" at the Golden Cross mine near Waihi was not enough to stop the tailings dam starting to move, requiring the whole of the mine operation to be shut down 20 years before the mine’s expected finish date. Luckily the whole site was remediated thanks to conditions of the consent and the retained bond. Of course, we would expect a structure intended to contain 10.7 million tonnes of toxic wet sludge would be constructed to current best practice but, under the proposed Fast-Track legislation, there is no guessing what best practice will be, nor what monitoring or bonds will be in place to best manage any unplanned events. Now that's really worrying?

The paradise that we all think Golden Bay is does not take away the facts that its isolation, climate, soils and now climate change, all factor into the viability of its economy. The potential risks from a proposed gold mine enabled, under undemocratic Fast-Track legislation, could be farreaching and potentially catastrophic to our economy.

We should be extremely worried.

There are many questions needing answers from our government and the mine applicants before I can get a good night's sleep again but, in the meantime, we need to do whatever we can to have the mine proposal removed from the Fast-Track legislation and the Water Conservation Order added to the legislation so that our aquifers and our community’s viability can again have the protection they deserve.

Sam's Creek gold mine – not in my name

LETTERS

Whoever puts a toxic tailings dam on their land at Upper Tākaka – a dam which will contain enough arsenic and other chemicals to kill all humans on the planet as well as poison all of Golden Bay – will be someone who does not care one iota about their community whatsoever. They will be prepared to believe any lies of the Fast-Track advocates to support their toxic greed for money.

Not on my land, or in my name, should be the motto of Upper Tākaka.

Ivor Evans, organic farmer and tourist host Siren Gold – a warning signal

Now that the siren has gone off, will the Golden Bay community rally and take the appropriate action to avoid disaster or will we acquiesce to the consequences of a “tsunami” of 75,000 tonnes of highly toxic waste? Do we really think the following are coincidental?:

• That a Fast-Track Approvals Bill is created to try and enable three government ministers (not named), to give approval to mining projects, including those previously denied consents by the Environment, High Court and Supreme Courts and, in doing so, completely dismiss and ignore past wisdoms. That a new Australian mining company, Siren, gets created and listed on the ASX in 2020.

That before securing permission to mine, Siren purchased the Sam’s Creek project for A$250,000, in November 2022.

• That it has been reported that Siren appears to be confident of a positive outcome with regards the Fast Track process.

I expect people in environmental organisations like Project De-Vine, Work Away, Project Janszoon, Friends of the Cobb, Friends of Flora, Nelson Biodiversity Forum, and the Abel Tasman Birdsong Trust, will form a coalition to stop this dubious mining insanity and consign the Fast-Track Approvals Bill and its greedy creators to the bin. Which of you will take the lead? And where do I sign? [Abridged]

Clive James Bottleneck at the dump station

Oh great, I thought as I drove through yet another set of roadworks heading into town, someone has recognised the potential bottleneck at the RV dump station in Motupipi Street and are creating a parking bay for vehicles waiting for access. Instead, we have a lovely wide raised bike/walking path into town with a concrete island crossing right where any vehicle needing access to the dump station will stop (as they did last season). It seems to me that any vehicles wanting to pass will be blocked or am I missing something?

Rose Hughes

Save Our Water Conservation Order

I congratulate The GB Weekly on its excellent coverage of the proposed gold mine at Sam’s Creek (GBW 24/5). If we don’t act quickly Golden Bay could end up with a giant slag heap of arsenic and cyanide waste in the recharge area of the aquifer. At present the aquifer is protected by a Water Conservation Order (WCO), however, the proposed Fast-Track Approvals Bill (FTAB) will allow the Government to bypass WCOs thus allowing Siren Gold to mine Sam’s Creek.

One way to stop the mine is to lobby the Government to retain the protective measures of WCOs within the FTAB. Following legal advice, the Save Our Springs (SOS) Campaign made the following three requests in our submission on the FTAB.

• SOS requests that cl 18 is amended so that no project can be listed or referred where the project could have effects that are contrary to the prohibitions or restrictions in a WCO.

• SOS requests that cl 32 of the FTAB is amended so that the panel must recommend decline where a project’s effects would be contrary to a prohibition or restriction in a WCO.

SOS requests that if decision-making power stays with Ministers, the Ministers must decline where a project’s effects would be contrary to a prohibition or restriction in a WCO.

I would urge readers to email Ministers Chris Bishop, Shane Jones, and other influential politicians asking that the FTAB be amended to retain the power of WCOs to protect our precious waterways.

Kevin Moran, co-ordinator Save Our Springs Campaign Siren’s call indeed

Friday morning 23 May, sitting at the Wholemeal Café awaiting the fresh culinary master work called Gardener's Breakfast, enjoying the art and creative space of the Wholemeal, feeling blessed to have returned to Tākaka, New Zealand – a place of refuge and healing for me for the past 20 years. A place where I have had the good fortune to visit thanks to our son and daughter who are citizens.

I came here originally in 2005. I needed a deep connection to nature to heal from loss and the madness of greed, materialism, and wanton rape of nature in my country of birth, the so-called United States. Being the daughter of a US Army officer, I have lived in states as diverse as Alabama, New York and California.

My family also lived abroad in the United Kingdom and Guatemala, and traveled through central America, Europe and Asia. No place compares to the fresh, vibrant beauty of New Zealand, especially the Golden Bay Area. I was horrified to read the lead article in The GB Weekly, "Siren’s call for Sam’s Creek" (GBW, 24/5). How could this be? NZ: I have always believed in you; you were the flagship of the environmental movement. How could you even consider allowing outside capitalist, materialistic interest to destroy this treasure that is Golden Bay? For what? A hollow promise of more soul-killing jobs and the loss of everything we all hold dear?

Please join us at The March for Nature, 8 June, Auckland. Pamela Smith

Gold

mining vs ecological realities

The prospect of gold mining in Cobb Valley brings many questions.

In the capitalist construct, we're told that everyone benefits as GDP increases – yet why are there cost of living and housing crises? Captains of industry push for the economic construct that suits them best, one that maintains their power through the narrative of continual production, consumption, and economic growth. Even at the cost of social and environmental health.

In an age where the spectre of ecological collapse looms, decision makers cling to the illusory promise of ''more equals better''. This narrative, deeply embedded in our collective consciousness, disregards Earth's finite resources. The proposed gold mine exemplifies this flawed thinking. Continuing down this path is to flirt with disaster, not just for us, but for all living things.

Ecological economics offers a rational alternative, advocating for an economic system that respects the ecological limits of our planet. It recognises the need to restore decades of environmental harm while reducing the need for more stuff. This model calls for balance – stabilising population growth, reducing per capita consumption, and investing in the care economy without further degrading the environment.

This is not a call for austerity but for sanity – a deliberate downscaling of production and consumption to achieve ecological stewardship and social equity. We must redefine success with more holistic measures of prosperity.

The narrative of endless growth and more mining is a dangerous fiction we can no longer afford. Our survival depends on embracing a new reality that honours the planetary boundaries and the interconnected web of life it supports. [Abridged]

Rod Barker

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Rural researcher seeks respondents

An award-winning researcher is seeking participants to help progress an innovative rural study.

Ferntown dairy farmer Deborah Rhodes was recently named Emerging Rural Researcher at the National Rural Health Conference 2024 Awards. The accolade was in recognition of her master’s thesis on the safety climate in the milking shed – a multi-hazard space where most harmful incidents such as slips, trips, cow kicks, burns, and chemical injuries occur.

Deborah is now deepening her research in a PhD study, exploring the interaction between employment relations and health and safety in the dairy industry. She is focusing on junior, inexperienced employees. “Dairy workers are non-unionised and often young. They spend the most time in the milking shed and they experience the most harm,” explains Deborah. “We haven’t heard their voice and how work relations affect their behaviour.”

The qualitative research, conducted through Victoria University’s School of Health, seeks to gather data from dairy workers via self-recorded personal “diary” entries to a secure WhatsApp channel. Deborah says the intention is for

respondents to log their thoughts following an interaction or incident on the farm – in the moment or at some time later. “We need around 30 participants to make two to three entries a day.”

Deborah already has four young dairy farm assistants signed up, including one from Golden Bay, and is looking to recruit more. Anyone interested in participating should, in the first instance, scan the QR code inset in above photo. “There’s an information sheet and a consent form that follows,” says Deborah, adding there is no obligation for participants to share their involvement with anyone outside the project. “This research is private, secure, and confidential; if they want to inform their employers they can, but they don’t have to.”

She explains the rationale behind her selected survey sample population. “By the time you’ve reached manager level, you’re used to the system. Dairy farm assistants are the only people on the ground who can deliver change with their voice.”

Summing up the desired outcome from her research, Deborah says, “It’s really about how the industry can protect people by identifying the problem with the system that leads to people leaving or not coming into the industry and being burnt out.”

GOLDEN BAY SPECIAL PROJECTS

The Golden Bay Community Board has funding available for special projects in Golden Bay/Mohua and we want to get your feedback on what you want to see funded. There is a total budget of almost $38,000 to spend on the projects.

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Projects that the Board has identified are listed below. We would love to hear from our community – have your say by ranking these projects in order of preference (1 being the most important) at shape.tasman.govt.nz/gb-special-projects

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Christmas decorations for Commercial Street and Tasman Street

A welcome to Golden Bay/Mohua sign

Funding towards the Pakawau playground

Funding towards a tunnel house for the hanging baskets

Replacing the fencing outside Dangerous Kitchen on Commercial Street

Upgrading the existing CCTV network

Contributing funding to the Rockville community pool

Alternatively, you can deliver or post this form to the Golden Bay Service Centre, 78 Commercial Street, Tākaka. Consultation closes on Sunday 16 June 2024.

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Ferntown dairy farmer Deborah Rhodes is seeking participants for her PhD research project. Photo: Jo Richards.

NATURE DIARY

SUBMITTED BY CYNTHIA McCONVILLE

The Golden Bay coastline provides vital habitats for important populations of coastal birds. You may read or hear the term “coastal birds” but they are also referred to as “shorebirds” or “waders.” All three of these terms refer to any native bird that inhabits the foreshore, the intertidal zone and inshore marine habitats that lie within the coastal marine area. They rely on these habitats for one or more key aspects of their life. These include migration, feeding, sleeping or raising their young. Many of these coastal birds are ranked as nationally threatened or at risk under the New Zealand Threat Classification System.

The habitats these coastal birds use form part of the East Asian-Australasian flyway, one of the world’s nine great migratory bird flyways which stretches from the Russian far east and Alaska, through East Asia and Australia to the southern most parts of New Zealand. These flyways span 23 countries. They include 54 species and eight million birds. These birds move along the East Asian-Australasian flyway twice each year, migrating between breeding and wintering habitats that can be separated by as many as 13,000 kilometres.

Along the Golden Bay coastline some of these international migratory birds mingle with our national migratory birds and the resident coastal birds that nest here on our beaches. All of them frequent sites along our coastline that are rated as regionally, nationally or internationally important. It is our national migratory bird torea, the South Island pied oystercatcher that occupies and gives international importance to four sites in Golden Bay: Collingwood, Pākawau, Rototai and Farewell Spit.

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DOWN TO EARTH: Winter beginnings

SOL MORGAN, GROWISE CONSULTANCY

As autumn comes to a close and the wet weather settles in, it is time to take stock. What grew well last year in my garden? What can I do differently? What do I want more of? Where do I place it? Reflection, evaluation, researching, and planning are important tasks this month.

The spin-off from this is getting our heads around what seed we need to get. Perhaps there is some saved that still needs processing? Checking out seed catalogues and deciding on different or more suitable varieties over a cuppa is an enjoyable exercise. Then pulling out old garden plans and sussing out where to grow them and what needs to happen in the beds in preparation (eg cutting down green crop the month before planting early spring broccoli).

There is still winter pruning to do too. Giving the fruit trees a strategic touch-up to maintain shape, improve sunlight access, stimulate new growth, and improve fruit production. Timber, ornamental, and shelter trees and shrubs can be pruned now for more light and airflow into the garden. Greater airflow lessens frost potential too. Branches are best chipped to provide wonderful woody mulch for fruit trees and ornamental gardens. Old or dilapidated plants can also be removed and replaced with fresh plants.

Some land work may be needed to improve water movement on your property. Sorting out the soil in preparation for planting an orchard. Drainage is very important, as wet feet kills trees. Maybe a Hügelkultur terrace/bed is a more appropriate adaptation to the land for fruits, vegetables, or a food forest.

Indoor jobs like mending tools and equipment on wet days is a task worth doing over winter months. Or perhaps the hothouse or other garden infrastructure needs mending or creating to add another important feature into the garden ecosystem.

SOL’S GARDEN JOBS FOR JUNE

VEGETABLE CARE

Put early seed potatoes into the light to encourage strong sprouts.

Keep cloches on young growing plants, like broccoli and silverbeet.

Harvest Jerusalem artichokes and yakon. Replant corms and mulch.

Sow peas and broad beans into weed-free beds that have had minerals added (especially lime/dolomite), a little compost, and mulch with seagrass.

Plant garlic, shallots, and onions into well-prepared beds with good amounts of mature compost, minerals, and mulch. Plant new asparagus for cropping spring 2026. Prep beds with lime/dolomite, compost, and mulch of straw or seagrass. Sheet-mulch vacant beds with manure, grass clippings, straw/ hay, seagrass/seaweed, or even black plastic, ready for spring planting.

Tidy garden of weeds to deter slugs and snails. Check under rocks and wood for hibernating slugs and snails and feed to chickens.

Apply weekly doses of liquid fertilisers (eg diluted urine, manure, fish, comfrey, or seaweed) to growing crops.

Hothouse: Clean plastic or glass for better winter light. Make a compost heap to increase temperature. Keep planting salads, green crops, or apply heavy mulch. Prepare seed raising/ potting mixes and organise propagation items in preparation for august sowing.

Sow for transplanting: All seeds 12 and 20 June. Spring onions and leafy greens (spinach, spinach beet, lettuce, endive, Japanese greens, Chinese cabbage, spring cabbages) (also 10 and 21 June). Flowers and herbs, eg snapdragon (also 8-9 and 18 June).

Sow direct: All seeds 12 and 20 June. Mesclun salad and spring onions (also 10 and 21 June). Peas and broad beans (12-13 June). Flowers and herbs (also 8-9 and 18 June).

Plant: Best until 7 June and after 23 June. Onions, garlic, shallots, salad greens, spinach, cabbages, broccoli, and cauliflower. Flowers, eg bulbs. Divide and transplant herbaceous perennials.

Also, good period to prune.

Avoid gardening: new moon (7 June) and full moon (22 June).

HERB CARE:

Transplant rooted cuttings.

Plant herbs, eg parsley, or transplant self-seeded perennials like oregano.

Trim, weed, and mulch to keep healthy.

FRUIT CARE:

Plant fruit trees when available. Pre-dig holes to check drainage. Plant when available. Stake. Support laden persimmon branches.

Harvest late apples, feijoas, tamarillos, persimmon, pepinos, and kiwifruit. Store fruit in boxes in a cool, rodent-free place. Discard rotten fruit.

Feed orchard with minerals, manure, and woody compost. Protect young and sensitive fruits with frost/wind cover. Prepare strawberry beds and plant runners to replace old plants.

Spray all fruits with diluted seaweed. Spray copper oxychloride or lime sulphur (but not both together) on fruits susceptible to disease. Keep safe with protective clothing and shower after. Spray citrus with all-purpose oil or neem vs sucking insects. Plant perennial herbs and flowers like bulbs around orchard to attract beneficial insects.

GENERAL GARDEN CARE:

Do a soil test to correct mineral deficiencies. Lime the lawn.

Store garden gear like hoses out of weather.

Make and turn compost heaps, eg leaf mould compost.

A fruiting pruning workshop at Sustainable Living Centre 11 May. Photo: Supplied.

South Island pied oystercatchers rest on the foreshore.

Kiwi tunes conclude Music Month

Tākaka library hosted their final NZ Music Month event last Saturday, with Hera and Friends entertaining a capacity crowd. They achieved a balanced, eclectic mix of Kiwi music, which was enjoyed by the audience who joined in at times.

Opening with the waiata “Te Aroha”, Hera Livingston and her group – consisting of singers of all ages and a ukulele group – delivered some beautiful harmonies. Next up, the ukulele group sang a Six60 number, “Pepeha”.

Hera supported 11-year-old Jett Kelly who played guitar and sang “Politician” by the band Kora. Another student, Sofia Marshall (12 years), sang Brooke Fraser's song "Flags", before 10-year-old Aroha Bott sang "Swan Song" a song she’d composed, inspired by the book series Keeper of the Lost Cities

Liv Scott and Tania Marsden then joined Hera to sing three songs from NZ bands, Trinity Roots, Crowded House, and Lorde.

Following with a robust version of the Māori alphabet waiata “A Haka Ma” from the ukulele players, three of Hera’s adult students then sang. Lelie Sise sang a Dinah Lee song, Deborah sang “Anchor Me” and Tessa Whiteman delivered a lovely rendition of “Pōkarekare Ana”.

“We are going to do a silly, ridiculous number now,” announced Hera, and the whole group launched into singing and playing “How Bizarre” by OMC.

Mihihea Rangihika brought the concert to a close with a spine-chilling waiata, the perfect conclusion to Tākaka Memorial Library’s salute to NZ Music Month.

Pakawau RW Pink Ribbon

JOYCE WYLLIE

Pākawau Rural Women are chuffed to have raised nearly $1,000 last week at the annual Pink Ribbon Lunch, with "soup and buns, raffles and fun".

The annual event raises money for the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. A big thank you to everyone who contributed in many ways. Funds go towards research projects as well as supporting women, and men, going through treatment and recovery.

The Pink Ribbon Lunch is also about raising awareness of breast cancer, and encouraging women to do regular examinations and mammograms so any abnormalities are found early.

It is now 10 years since I had lumps detected in a routine two-yearly mammogram, with mastectomy to follow. I am grateful for that diagnosis and treatment and recommend everyone eligible to make the most of the service. I was one of nine women diagnosed when the mammogram bus came that time; we have all had different "journeys" but, wonderfully, we are all still here.

"Boob beads" are a visual aid to reinforce the message that earlier detection is best practice. Regular mammograms can pick up lumps as small as 2mm, with 14.5mm being the average size of cancer found, whereas lumps found by a woman checking her breast are usually up to 22mm.

If Pink Ribbon Day can raise awareness and encourage women to monitor themselves, then it is a success and the money raised is a bonus.

Bayleys in the Bay

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RONNIE SHORT

Hera Livingston (centre in green) with her ukulele group during last Saturday's tribute to NZ Music Month with Hera and Friends hosted by Tākaka Library. Photo: Ronnie Short

Tin can top-up for foodbank

The importance of microchipping

Around seven months ago a little grey cat jumped out of a vehicle in central Tākaka...or at least that is what we assume. He quietly lived his sad roughing-it life unnoticed over the summer months, somehow surviving on scraps and handouts. Finally, six weeks ago the little grey cat was caught and began a new life at the Golden Bay Animal Welfare cattery.

He was duly scanned for a microchip and the announcement was made that he was not registered in the Bay nor on the National Cat Register so the hunt for an owner began while the little grey cat waited.

Before making a push for an adoptive family the national register was checked again with his microchip number –and behold "Charlie" popped up, registered in Greymouth! The ensuing phone call to his family was a very happy, disbelieving event for all parties and two days later Charlie's family arrived to take him home to Greymouth.

His owners report that he had a good trip home and his "brother" was pleased to see him. Let's hope he remembers not to jump in other people’s vehicles from now on. SUBMITTED

The Mohua Social Services foodbank has been topped up by more than 1600 cans plus dairy products, thanks to a collaboration between Fonterra and Golden Bay High School.

Maria Koch from Mohua Social Services says, "We are truly humbled by another outpouring of community generosity

and the support of Fonterra who initiated this project. This generosity allows us to provide foodbank users with healthy, nutritious meals for themselves and their whānau, especially as we are heading into the leaner winter months where many of our gardens are going into hibernation as well. On behalf of the foodbank users and Mohua Social Services, we say a huge thank you to this community".

Fed Farmers share concerns at AGM

Golden Bay Federated Farmers AGM was held at Nikau Café with brief formalities, excellent food, a guest speaker, and chat around crowded tables.

Cherrie Chubb, stepping down as president, was thanked for her excellent service during some difficult years, leading through challenging issues. Sue Brown was elected to the role, with the rest of the executive remaining the same.

Toby Williams, National Federated Farmers meat and wool chair, first commended the Golden Bay team for such a great turnout for an AGM; the smallest region in New Zealand with more in attendance than many others. Toby started as regional president before joining the national Feds team. His advice was, when opportunities come up, "grab it and run with it".

He farms up the East Coast, north of Gisborne, and outlined the current situation on his operation, which farmers here know too well. A $30 loss for every lamb sold this season. The main reason being drought in Australia and large numbers of sheep sold from there. This week, shearing is happening on Toby's farm but instead of income he estimates a $30,000 loss. Beef prices are still holding up, "as you can always grind it". It's not easy on-farm or off, with some rural co-operatives short of capital.

Toby threw out many questions. Who are the "right people" to lead the industry? How do we get young people involved? Is the co-operative model fit for the modern world? And how do we create new relationships and markets overseas? When questioned whether planting trees on farms would help sheep farm profits, Toby was not encouraging. With acres of forestry up the East Coast, last year there was a logging truck passing his gateway every 50 seconds. Now there are three trucks a day because log prices are low.

Golden Bay Meat and Wool president Pax Leetch echoed Toby's message in his annual report. "It's fair to say it's been tough of late. Poor sheep meat prices, a non-existent wool market, and historically high, ever-increasing costs on-farm. Economic outlook for New Zealand's sheep farmers is rocky at

best. Add to this a difficult season for much of New Zealand, one we'll be glad to put behind us. Stock water has been an issue for many, with wells, dams, and creeks drying up, and we are still very dry out west and in need of a decent rain or two before winter really kicks in."

All a bit doom and gloom, so Pax came up with some positives. "We live in a pretty amazing part of the world, free of conflict being felt by so many overseas. We are still eating well and it's easier to kill a $50 ewe for mutton than it was when they were worth $150."

When there are challenges in the industry, it is good to know that there is an organisation advocating for farmers. Toby finished his talk, saying, “Thank you for being a Federated Farmer member."

The Federated Farmers team at the recent AGM: from left at back, Toby Williams (national meat and wool chair), Pax Leetch (GB meat and wool chair), Daphne Woods (GB treasurer) Cherrie Chubb (retiring GB president and now GB executive), Maree Edwards (GB secretary), Wayne Langford (national chair) and Tyler Langford (GB dairy chair). In front, Sue Brown (GB chair), Ann Thompson (GB executive). Photo: Joyce Wyllie.

JOYCE WYLLIE

Fonterra staff members and Golden Bay High School students gather around the food collected for the Mohua Social Services foodbank.

Staying safe while charging Li-ion

JOYCE WYLLIE

Damage from lithium-ion batteries was a concern raised at a recent Rural Advisory Group (RAG) meeting.

Exact numbers are not readily available but estimates from Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) are that 71 structures were damaged last year following fires from these batteries.

Abby France of FMG Insurance states, "We are certainly seeing the impact that fires caused by batteries can have on our clients. Lithium-ion batteries have been the cause of at least 81 fires for FMG clients in the last five years, at a cost of $4.5 million in settled claims. They are often highly disruptive claims that involve homes, cars, and contents. They also pose a threat to our client’s safety."

Fire and Emergency community education and behaviour change manager Tom Ronaldson says, while lithium-ion batteries are an efficient way to power things, and most of us have lithium-ion batteries around our homes in phones, e-bikes, electric cars, vapes, and workshop tools, good battery management is important to reduce risk.

Hazards are created when batteries are damaged; mishandled; overcharged; charged with incorrect charger; overheated or exposed to extreme cold; dropped; punctured; have manufacturing defects; or are improperly disposed of. If not used correctly, these devices can overheat, catch fire, or explode. It is important to know the risks and how to manage them.

Electric vehicles and marine batteries have manufacturers’ recommendations regarding charging overnight, so if in doubt seek professional advice specific to your vehicle or boat.

Tom says if a battery becomes hot when being used or charged, it is a sign the battery may be compromised. If this happens, get your battery checked. All batteries and cables used must be the ones supplied by the manufacturers with correct wattage and chemical make-up. It is risky and unwise to buy cheap replacement batteries online that are not supplied by the manufacturer.

Lithium-ion battery fires are not like oil or wood fires where you get smoke. Tom advises that battery fires produce flammable gas, get very hot and large alarmingly quickly, and make strange noises like hissing and clicking. If this happens, he strongly recommends getting outside and phoning 111. Fumes can be toxic and there is a possibility of explosion.

If you notice that a battery has swollen, the best thing to do is to cover it completely in a bucket of sand. Dispose of all batteries safely by dropping them off at a designated battery collection facility, as batteries thrown away in the rubbish can be dangerous and have the potential to start fires. The website www.wasteminz.org.nz has a map showing where collection points are. In Golden Bay, there is the Collingwood Resource Recovery Centre, and the Tasman District Council (TDC) office in Tākaka.

Tom says that while lithium-ion batteries are safe, it is

Ten ways to prevent device or battery fires:

1. Avoid leaving devices charging unattended, ie overnight.

2. Disconnect fully charged batteries.

3. Avoid exposing devices to heat, moisture, or direct sunlight.

4. Protect your batteries from strong impacts or sharp objects.

5. Only use correct and approved chargers for your device.

6. Never charge devices in bed, or on flammable material or surfaces.

7. Discard damaged devices showing signs of swelling, leakage, or overheating.

8. When a battery is new, monitor the first few cycles of charging closely.

9. Charge and store batteries away from exits and living spaces.

10. Install approved smoke or heat alarms in charging areas to give early warning of extreme battery overheating or fire.

FMG advice is to remember the acronym "CHARGE" for battery safety: Charge then disconnect when full; Handle with care and protect batteries; Always stay alert for warning signs; Reduce exposure to heat, moisture, and sunlight; Get out if there is a fire; and Educate yourself and your team.

Now is a good time to have a good think about our routines and how we manage the many batteries in our lives.

Golden Bay women Walk the World

Network Tasman Engineering Student Scholarship 2024

Network Tasman is pleased to announce that Kilian Cools is the first recipient of the Network Tasman Scholarship. After careful review of all candidates, Kilian was selected for his academic achievements, leadership skills, and commitment.

Kilian grew up in the Moutere area and went to school in Richmond. He is presently in the third year of a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering degree at Canterbury University, and he is aiming to specialise in electricity transmission and distribution systems, which aligns well with the interests of Network Tasman.

Kilian has demonstrated a strong dedication to his studies and has shown promise in making a positive impact in his chosen field.

As the recipient of this scholarship, he has received a $10,000 contribution toward his academic fees for this year as well as the offer of work with Network Tasman over the university holidays.

The Network Tasman Scholarship Scheme was introduced to support local aspiring students pursuing a career in the electrical engineering field.

The annual scholarship is offered to students from the Nelson / Tasman region who are studying toward a diploma or degree in electrical engineering. Applications open in August each year.

Unplug power cable when charging is complete. Photo: Joyce Wyllie.

important that people know how to reduce any risk and keep themselves safe in the event of a fire.

Each year, on 29 April, the Associated Country Women of the World (ACWW) gather together and celebrate with “Women Walk the World”. This involves women world-wide, including a small group from Golden Bay. Although more of a quiet social stroll, the Pōhara outing achieved the goal of raising funds and supporting the international organisation. Founded in 1982, ACWW is still relevant today. It covers 82 countries with the mission to bring together rural women and organisations, acknowledging that rural women are the backbone of families, communities, and nations. ACWW works to benefit and protect women in many ways, including community development projects; education and health; advocacy on issues like reducing domestic violence; with a current focus on supporting women and families affected by the war in Ukraine. Women walking along a beautiful stretch of beach in our peaceful community can, in a small way, help women on the other side of the world. Photo: Joyce Wyllie.

"Musselling" up for the debate

A new local initiative is looking to foster constructive public debate on a range of contentious topics.

their given perspective. “This open and robust debating model believes that the general public has the ability to assimilate the facts presented and form appropriate opinions,” says Clive.

to be in a funny taste isolated (3,5)

13 Divide copperhead and go! (6)

15 Some samovar you make tea from may differ (4) 17 Douglas is where there is no flame loosely (4,2,3)

20 Get rid of one neat surprise after backing up a mile (9)

21 The French go to the very extremes - it may be fine (4)

24 Old charging device could be this straight (6)

25 Occasionally find a disgruntled food fan at the start of night (3,3,2)

28 Check account with golddicky start to it (5)

29 Lawsuit manages to test systems (5,4)

30 Touching on everybody who dug in a panic (8)

31 Shreds and sets teeth on edge (6)

1 Dead set on finding ices mixed in low joint (8)

2 Cap maybe somewhat extreme (5)

3 Forces on marches? (6)

5 Some wise person said, “Everybody needs a helper.” (4)

6 Little rascal, somewhat sly if around to make it easier (8)

7 Compound of silver at entering final resting place (9)

8 Cut into more of the same. He gets 500 (6)

9 Silly Pat may feel bitterness just now (2,7)

14 Close rellie has fox net. Ruler but not George V. (4,2,3)

16 Part sitter is one for emulation (4,5)

18 Brought in the press head after I am left at sea (8)

19 Furtively spy on his powerless state (6)

22 Give weapons to the girla main threat (6)

23 He aims to suit the smart set rather nicely (6)

26 Question what broke the tub after the party (5)

27 Fruit-cakes rising like this may amaze (4)

Collingwood resident Clive James, who developed the idea in conjunction with Jane Dixon of the Mussel Inn, says the aim of the initiative is “to enable the audience to become better informed on specific topics of interest and, in doing so, help realise more robust community decisions”.

Clive explains how the Sunday evening sessions at the Mussel Inn will work. “The idea is to secure two debaters who are knowledgeable on a topic of general public interest and for each of these people to represent an end of the topic 'spectrum'. One of the debaters will focus on the 'pro' arguments and the other on 'related concerns'.”

The debate format will follow that of the Oxford Union, with advocates attempting to persuade the audience of the validity of

The topic proposed for the inaugural debate is Artificial Intelligence (AI), which Clive says, “is an integral part of our existence and, whilst offering great potential benefits, on the other side of the coin, there are significant concerns”.

Clive recognises that the quality of the discourse will depend on the knowledge and skills of the key speaker and is appealing for anyone interested to get in touch. “If you are knowledgeable on this subject and would like to debate it, or know someone who is, please send an email to me.”

The date of the first debate will be set once suitable speakers are secured and, depending on its success, further public discussions are envisaged.

To contact Clive, email: c.james888@hotmail.com

RESULTS

BRIDGE

24 May. Individual Session 4: E Bradshaw/D Perreau 57%; C Furness/C Mead 54%; J Hannan/A Foreman 50%.

GOLF

22 May. Stableford: M Dixon 37, D Win 37, S Kerr 35. Closest to pin: 3/12, 8/17 W Collie, 4/13 M Dixon, 9/18 R Tait. Best gross: D Win 78. 25 May. Club Champ. Matches: Senior Final, R Ancell bt W Collie 2/1 (on the 35th). Other matches: G Allen bt R Young 3/2, W Dobbie bt G Bradley 4/3. Stableford: J Thomason 42, M Dixon 39, N Barnes 35. Closest to pin: 3/12 J Thomason, 4/13 N Gardiner, 8/17 W Rothwell, 9/18 A Bradnock. Twos: C Hadler, J Thomason. Happy wanderer: A Bradnock. Best gross: N Barnes 80. RUGBY

SENIOR MEN’S DIVISION

FOOTBALL

SENIOR MEN’S DIVISION 1

SENIOR MEN’S DIVISION 4

MEN’S MASTERS

WOMEN’S PREMIERSHIP

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Jane Dixon and Clive James are seeking to set up public debates on a range of topics. Photo: Jo Richards.

AGM NOTICES

GB RSA AGM, 7pm Monday 10 June at the Tākaka Fire Station. Public invited - new members welcome.

GOLDEN Kids AGM will be held at 4.15pm on Wednesday 12 June, at Golden Kids. All welcome.

HERITAGE Golden Bay AGM, Friday 14 June, 2pm, Tākaka Fire Station. Guest speaker: Merv Solly. All welcome.

KAITUNA Restoration Society Inc AGM, Monday 17 June, 7pm at the Collingwood Rugby Club Rooms. Everyone welcome. Inquiries ph 027 227 1283.

MARBLE Mountain Music Club AGM, 12pm, Sunday 16 June. Shared lunch followed by AGM and club afterwards.

MOTUPIPI Public Hall AGM, Friday 7 June, 11am at Motupipi Hall.

ROCKVILLE Bowling Club AGM, Wednesday 12 June at Collingwood Memorial Hall, 7pm.

AGM

Monday 10 June, 7pm

GB Visitor Centre, 3 Willow Street, Takaka All welcome

AGM

Monday 10 June 7.00pm Takaka Fire Station

Key positions are filled but as our organisation relies on volunteers to help organise Commemorations and look after our RSA Veterans, spouses and families - don’t be shy. Please come and join us and also hear our guest speaker Julia Lee tell about her experiences with ‘The Canterbury Mounted Rifles’ and the re-enactment of the ‘Takaka Mounted Rifles’. All welcome - this is a public meeting. Supper provided. Noel Baigent, President Golden Bay RSA

RECENT AGM / Hui ā tau - Nō nā tata nei

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

GOLDEN Bay Animal Welfare Society Inc. President, Melissa Cook. Vice-president, Carol Wells. Treasurer, Josie Williams. Secretary, Rita Virtama.

PUBLIC NOTICES / Pānui a whānui

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.

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. MAKE money online. Any passion, hobby, or interest, unlimited earnings, free starter membership, visit TheAffiliateMarketingLifestyle.com for more info. ALCOHOLICS Anonymous, open meeting, all welcome. Thursdays 7pm, 94 Commercial Street. Hall behind the Catholic Church. Ph 0800 229 6757.

Mastermind Networking & Business Mentoring. You are undoubtedly an expert “Technician” in what you do, fix, make, create, sell, know, advise or organise - my forte is building great businesses – that’s how a Mastermind Networking group or 1-2-1 sessions can enhance your bottom line. To join a business growth thinktank -Ph. Fiona Newey on Ph 027 23 222 13 or email me at ruhanewey@outlook.co.nz

Maureen Pugh MP for West Coast-Tasman

WANTED / Hiahia

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

WORKSPACE, 3m x 4m minimum space or a shed for relocating, under 25 m2. References available. Please ph Be of Bebou Design 027 458 7172.

FOR SALE / Hei hokohoko

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

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

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

POLARIS Ranger 500 EFI, 2012. $4000 ono. Ph for more details, 021 0220 7728.

PERMANENT PART TIME MAIL SORTER

We have a position coming available for a permanent part-time mail sorter.

The work involves sorting large trays of mail received each morning into order for the run drivers to deliver as well as writing up parcels received from external couriers. The position is primarily based in our Takaka postal depot with some work undertaken at the rear of Unlimited Copies. Hours worked and start times vary depending on the day of the week and the volume of mail received on that day. Start times are mostly between about 8.30 and 9am. As such, total weekly hours worked can change from week to week but are generally approximately 6-7 hours in total. The position requires a reliable person who is organised and who can work efficiently.

Local knowledge would be an advantage but not essential.

CHOOKS x15. Mixed heritage, Barred Rock, Black Orpington, some bantam long ago, Brown Shaver. Good looking healthy lot including three point-of-lay, two similar age roosters and other hens only one year old. Two small portable hen houses and a pipe frame cage. Make an offer for the lot north of $250. Ph 027 521 2126.

Phone Godfrey on 027 272 5588

The prospective recruit will:

• Demonstrate excellent communication and problem -solving skills

• Hold relevant mental-health-specific experience

• Utilise initiative

• Have a full clean driver’s license

• Be computer literate

The successful candidate will maintain a caseload, participate in a mental health crisis on-call roster, and be supported by mental health professionals in an empathetic & collaborative team

For more information, a detailed job description, and our TWM application forms, please visit our webpage www.twm.org.nz/careers

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

If this is you, please send your complete application to hr@twm.org.nz.

close: OPEN until filled! Consent for Police Vetting is required.

HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora

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

Intelligence Massage. Remedial, therapeutic, deep tissue, myofascial release. Ph/txt Sam Specht 022 044 3323.

Golden Bay with:

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

Karilyn Woodford

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, handyman. Ph Ry South 022 513 3947. CHIMNEY sweep and firebox maintenance. GB Chimney Cleaning ph 027 458 7679.

CLEANER. AJ's Cleaning Services. Visit ajscleaning.co.nz for more information.

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

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

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

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

FREEVIEW TV, radio, HiFi, WiFi, electronics. Ph 027 246 2432. 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 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, small building, carpentry, chainsawing. Other jobs to be discussed. References provided. Ph Shaun 027 880 3535.

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

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

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

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

LAWNMOWING. Pakawau, Bainham, Tākaka to Wainui. Ph N Shaw 525 7597, 027 212 4020. niallshaw_6@hotmail.com

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

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

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

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

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

PRUNING fruit trees and shrubs. Info ph Bea 027 458 7172.

SEPTIC TANKS EMPTIED. Ph Shane 027 647 4913.

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

STUMP grinding specialist. Tree care and property maintenance.

Ph Carl 027 263 5353.

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

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

TO GIVE AWAY / Koha

SAANEN nanny goats, three: grandma, mother and daughter. Ph 525 9091.

PROPERTY AVAILABLE / Rawa watea

FURNISHED two-bedroom unit. Private setting three minutes' from Collingwood, vege garden option, suit quite couple. Long-term tenancy $350/week. Ph 027 223 1053.

BUILDING to lease from 4 July. 65A Commercial Street, good street frontage, modern build. Excellent condition, parking, has been used as a café and office. Plenty of potential. Competitive rent. Talk to us, ph 020 4111 2626 or email 11nikaus@gmail.com

CHURCH SERVICES ON SUNDAYS

GOLDEN Bay Anglican Parish warmly invites you to join them on Sunday, 10am at Tākaka or 4.45pm at Collingwood (starting with a cuppa). Fellowship gatherings (fellowship, songs, prayer and bible study) held fortnightly, 2, 16 and 30 June; traditional services (with a speaker) held on alternate fortnights, 9 and 23 June. NB: Reps from The Voice of the Martyrs will be the speakers on 23 June.

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 10am for a time of worship and fellowship.

shall love your

as yourself.” Matthew 22:37 Sunday Service 10 am All Welcome

Kahurangi Christian Church

Sunday 2 June 10:30am, Onekaka Hall Includes Kids Zone

93 Commercial St, Takaka. www.godunlimited.org

Pastor: Rodney Watson 0275

said, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul and mind…

neighbour

TRADES AND SERVICES / Mahi a ratonga

FRIDAY 31 MAY

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

SATURDAY 1 JUNE

BOARD GAMING AT ONEKAKA HALL, 12.30-5pm. All ages welcome. See the Facebook group "Board Gaming in Golden Bay", or ph Karen 022 655 9725.

WEDNESDAY 5 JUNE

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

5:30 Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (M) Final UPCOMING

KEEP

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

WELLBY TALKING CAFÉ: 1.30pm-3pm, Wednesday 5 June, Wholemeal Café, Tākaka. Wellby Talking Cafés are about social connection and finding out about groups, activities and services. www.wellby.org.nz, ph 03 546 7681.

Friday: Southwesterlies dying away and northwesterlies developing later. Mainly fine although some cloud in the west later

Saturday: Northwesterlies freshening. Rain soon developing over Kahurangi and elsewhere later. Wind and rain easing after dark

Sunday: Light winds, southwesterly at first west of Parapara. Fine, but cloudy intervals developing with isolated showers

Monday: Light winds. Mainly fine and mild for a time

Tuesday: Light winds, may tend northerly later. Mainly fine although some increase of cloud later

THURSDAY 6 JUNE

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

FRIDAY 7 JUNE

GB FRIENDSHIP CLUB meets 10am at the Senior Citizens' Hall. Speakers: Carole Davis on her Operatunity trip and Jo Sharpe from Mohua Social Services on "Services to older people in

Golden Bay including home share". Visitors welcome. LATER EVENTS

WRITE YOUR MEMOIR IN ONE YEAR course with Charlotte Squire. Starts 15 June in Golden Bay. Email charlottesquirecoms@ gmail.com to book, or go to charlottesquire.co.nz for more info. GB RSA AGM, 7pm Monday 10 June at the Tākaka Fire Station. Public invited - new members welcome. Friday 31st May 4:00 The Garfield Movie (G) 7:30 IF (Imaginary Friends) (PG) Final) saturday 1st June 4:00 An American in Paris Musical (PG) 7:30 Golda (M) sunday 2nd 4:00 The Graduate (1967) (M) Classic Cinema

7:30 Cabrini (M) (subtitles) Wednesday 5th

KING'S BIRTHDAY WEEKEND EVENTS

DINING

Motupipi Hall

KING’S BIRTHDAY WEEKEND

BOOK FAIR

Saturday 1 June 9am - 2pm

Books, produce, baking All proceeds to Nelson Hospice

WINTER

EATING OUT / Kai wahi kē

The Mussel Inn Coming Up...

Every Monday night at 7.30pm: SINGALONG ‘ROUND THE PIANO with Craig Denham. All welcome.

Sat 1st TESS LIAUTAUD AND HER BAND. The GOLD DIGGER tour. Supported by JESSIE SHANKS. $15 door.

Sun 2nd Madsen promotions QUEEN Tribute show. $40 tickets @ Eventfinda. $50 door. Thu 6th QUIZ - 7.30pm. All welcome.

Sat 8th MALAIKA AND PULP FUNCTION. Supported by CHAIN REACTION and IMANI.J. $10 fundraiser.

Sat 15th TAKADIMI - Tabla Raga Jazz fusion. $30 tix @ undertheradar. $40 door.

Sun 16th MUSSEL INN BEER TASTING COMPETITIONregister NOW to secure your place. Wed 19th RED HEAVENS - The true story of Angelina Moleta - a new play by Martine Baanvinger. $25 tix @ Unlimited Copies. For more details see www.musselinn.co.nz

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, 8am-3pm. Ph 524 8194.

DANGEROUS KITCHEN. Open Wednesday-Saturday, 9am-8pm. 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, 7am-4pm. Ph 525 8193.

MOLLY B’S, Pōhara. Open 5 days from 9am, weekend brunch 9-11am. Live music this Sunday from 2pm. Closed for maintenance Monday 3 and Tuesday 4 June. 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.

TOTO'S CAFÉ PIZZA. June opening: Saturday, Sunday 1–2 and 29–30, weather permitting, 11am-4pm. Updates: Facebook, Instagram.

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

ZATORI: Restaurant open Friday and Saturday from 5pm. Amazing tapas, sweets, great wine list, big log fire and fabulous service. Also, if you have any celebrations or events coming up please talk to us about catering and private use of Zatori. To book for dinner please txt 022 548 3105 or any inquiries email info@zatori.co.nz. Thanks, Tracey.

PRIVATE PARADISE

Enter a private oasis, including lawn, a paved courtyard & enchanting patio/barbeque area The sunny, secluded home is just a skip, hop & jump down to the walkway to picturesque Pohara Beach The perfect lock & leave or permanent home Act now

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Open living spaces bask in sunshine,

to a patio for summer gatherings A woodfire keeps you cosy in the winter Stunning mountain views, established gardens & fruit trees and a fully fenced section See you at the open home

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