The annual Collingwood Area School Show Day happens every year on the day after Labour weekend. Usually, it involves sunhats, sunscreen and the occasional sunburn. Not this year though. Last week's show day featured raincoats, gumboots, wet jackets, umbrellas and puddles. Unfortunately, with the school calendar so full with sports events, camps and other activities, there was no postponement date, so the show did go on.
This was the first show day since the new school was built, and the covered spaces were well utilised to keep as many people and pets under cover as possible. Dog judging took place under the breeze-way by the reception. The pets section with rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, chooks, chickens and a jar of worms, were judged under a classroom verandah. Coffee and hot chips were served in the junior common space, and a barbecue and fundraising food stalls offered goodies outside the staff room. As usual the tables in the hall were loaded with colourful entries in competitions for baking, flower arrangements,
projects and photos – with a new section this year for art displayed on the walls. But that still left the lambs, goats and calf sections out on the field to carry on in the rain.
Between leading animals participants, pets, parents and judges huddled under the gazebo. Instead of calves parading on the grass they were splashing through a big puddle. One of the lamb judges watching the final competition, calling and bottle feeding, commented "these kids have been so good".
Once judges' decisions were made and ribbons presented, most animals were taken home or tucked back in dry utes and dog boxes. That meant there was no opportunity for the usual patting of pets, or public enjoyment of a community day out, and no time for proud pupils to show off champions.
Prize-giving in the hall took place earlier than planned so families, animals and projects could head back to warm homes. Principal Hugh Gully thanked everyone for attending, and especially to parents for supporting students. Teacher Pip Baker presented trophies, thanked the judges for volunteering their
time, and congratulated participants. As the photographs were taken and cups returned for engraving she summed up the day by saying, "I am very impressed with the resilience the students showed today". Entries may have been down a bit due to the weather but show day did go on. Spirits were good in spite of the wet and next year Collingwood Area School Show Day will go on again.
RESULTS
Champions
Dogs: Ava James. Goats: Charlotte Hoskin. Pets: Warren Hitchcock. Flowers: Ash Lockwood.
Models: Ethan Strange. Photography: Jien Ejima-Seo. Cooking: Maddy Strange. Art and Craft: Wesley Pomeroy and Michael Riley.
Golden Bay Community Board held its six-weekly meeting at Collingwood Fire Station on Monday afternoon.
Before the meeting got stuck into the agenda, GBCB chair Abbie Langford took the opportunity, on behalf of the board, to thank Jess McAlinden who was attending her final meeting, for providing many years of support. “We are truly, truly grateful.” Jess is stepping back from her role with the board but will remain in the Tākaka Service Centre as the customer services team leader. Board support will in future be provided by TDC’s governance team based in Richmond.
Public forum
The speakers in public forum focussed on the topic de nos jours – namely cats and dogs.
The subject of cats opened the conversation with a contribution from Carol Wells and Lis Pedersen of the Golden Bay Animal Welfare Society (GBAWS). Carol explained that GBAWS was formed several years ago, after deciding to leave the SPCA organisation at a time when local branches were coming under threat of closure. She said it had proved to be a good decision. “We’re lucky to stay as we are and public support in Golden Bay is marvellous.”
Carol said the majority of their work is around cat adoption with GBAWS providing animals with temporary shelter. “Cats are kept in a shelter in East Tākaka until a home is found.”
Lis explained that GBAWS’s main focus was on the free de-sexing and microchipping campaign in the community. Their work, she said, was generously funded through grants and donations from regional and local organisations, businesses and individuals. “We are financially healthy and have a good team.”
She pointed out that cats as young as four months old can have kittens and encouraged owners of young felines...
JOYCE WYLLIE
Wet woolies: Lambs are paraded in front of parents and judges at Collingwood Area School Show Day last Tuesday. Photo: Joyce Wyllie.
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...to consider de-sexing them as soon as possible. GBAWS consequently “fully supports” Tasman District Council’s new bylaw, said Lis. “We’d love to see mandatory de-sexing and microchipping.”
Then it was time for dogs to have their day, represented first by Gay Hamilton, chair of the subtly-renamed Dog Owners Golden Bay (DOGB), who explained that the group had been formed “out of frustration” at the recent bylaw process which had left dog owners feeling “disenfranchised and disconnected”.
Gay highlighted the difficulties faced by the group’s membership. “A vast amount of Golden Bay is already out of bounds for dogs.” And she questioned the lack of evidencebased policy in the drafting of the controversial bylaw. “Bird surveys show birds are not at risk. Why doesn’t TDC wait for evidence before activity?”
Moving beyond the bylaw submission, Gay explain that DOGB will focus on its advocacy role and on community-related initiatives such as training sessions and safe dog-play facilities.
DOGB secretary and self-described “dog’s body” Katie Lavers took up Gay’s argument, starting with the group’s “number one issue” – access to beaches and off-leash areas for dogs. This, she explained, was closely connected with “multiple ongoing issues with Forest and Bird”, including attempts to block access to beaches at Collingwood and Milnthorpe, and disseminating “false information in the national media”.
She stated that DOGB believed Forest & Bird’s aim was to legislate dogs off beaches and criticised the organisation’s tactics. “It’s unbecoming for a national charity to misuse its influence in such a manner.”
Katie then turned to the group’s future advocacy explaining that DOGB members had expressed “concern about the divisiveness that the rhetoric from Forest & Bird is causing” but were nevertheless committed to engaging with the democratic process despite what appeared to be “a foregone conclusion”. She highlighted some concern about the apparent
close relationship between GBCB and Forest & Bird and posed a question to the board: “Do you condone the approach taken by Forest & Bird in this matter?”
A second question related to a statistical summary Katie had compiled from all 644 written public submissions to the bylaw consultation which, she said, showed “underwhelming” support for the policy. “Will the TDC be producing and publicly sharing results from the survey data when posting the summary of their deliberations..?”
Late item
Deputy chair Grant Knowles raised the issue of NZ Post’s recent proposal for changes to the rural mail service which includes the use of clusters of mailboxes rather than individual boxes for new addresses and a reduction in the frequency of delivery to three days per week.
The board agreed to make a formal submission before the consultation period closes on 10 December.
Presentation Draft Port Tarakohe Structure Plan
TDC policy planner Tania Bray and Boffa Miskell consultant planner Stephanie Styles had promised a “quick” Zoom update on the Draft Port Tarakohe Structure Plan but, to the audience, it perhaps seemed a little longer than anticipated.
The publication of the draft plan and subsequent community consultation represents the third stage in a four-stage process that began in around 18 months ago, and has involved extensive stakeholder and public engagement. It should be completed by early next year.
Stephanie explained that the plan was essentially an “umbrella document” with actions to be implemented through different parts of the council. The plan shows the Tarakohe area delineated into three spaces designated for commercial, recreation and conservation purposes respectively.
She outlined the three key objectives required to achieve the plan’s “overarching strategy”: clarity of uses and separation of conflicts; providing growth and change; and celebrating values and protecting special species. Explaining that “each objective has its own set of actions,” Stephanie proceeded to summarise the necessary actions, before describing the next steps in the planning process, namely, further iwi, stakeholder and public engagement, and, finally, Council’s formal adoption of the plan.
During a Q&A session that followed the presentation, councillor Chris Hill said there was a need to reframe the language around supposed conflicts. “Stop putting this idea forward that we are putting this [the plan] forward to address conflicts that aren’t there.” Chris also suggested that the plan should “explain the difference between the spatial areas and the zoning that might happen”.
Golden Bay Community Organisation leases
This agenda item was brought forward in the meeting and referenced a staff report which informed the board of the council’s intended decision to approve new tenancies to four separate Community Organisations: Collingwood Museum Society; Golden Bay Heritage Aorere Trust; Collingwood Squash Racquets Club; and Golden Bay Pony Club and Golden Bay Riding for the Disabled Association. The report was noted by
Board Report
Items from previous meeting:
(see The GB Weekly, 27/9 for details).
Tākaka wastewater ponds (Karen Brookes): Abbie said that she was following up Karen’s questions and had requested that the board be kept abreast of developments with Tākaka’s future wastewater treatment facility.
Kahurangi Dark Sky sanctuary proposal (Gordon Mather and Sean Walker): The board agreed to draft an open letter of support for the initiative.
Golden Bay Cycle & Walkways Society (Chris Bennett): Abbie said she had forwarded the concerns to TDC transportation engineer Robert Deck but had yet to receive a response.
Roadside rubbish collection (Averill Grant): TDC has provided Averill with the application process for free litter disposal for community clean-up events.
Meeting frequency: At the board’s April meeting it opted to meet very six weeks as opposed to monthly – a change that would be reviewed after a few months. The board duly discussed the topic and decided to retain the current meeting frequency.
Prizegiving sponsorship requests: The board has received requests from Collingwood Area School and Golden Bay High School for sponsorship of each school’s end of year prizegiving celebrations. The board agreed to donate $100 to each of the schools from its Discretionary Grants Fund.
Cultural Connections workshop in Tākaka: The board noted next week’s Cultural Connections workshop due to be held at the Golden Bay Community Centre in Tākaka. The workshop aims to promote inclusivity and engagement with diverse cultures and will offer tips, planning tools, and seed funding to help diversify participation.
Street tree on Commercial Street: TDC horticultural officer Lynne Hall was seeking direction from the board regarding a “street tree” outside PGG Wrightson on Commercial Street in Tākaka. The tree is question is the largest of three located in planter boxes and, while considered to be reasonably healthy, it has become a potential public liability after a member of the public walked into a cut branch and suffered an injury.
Following a fairly lengthy discussion, during which the board attempted to get to the root of the matter, it was agreed that the trees should stay but the planter boxes and the large tree would be “tidied up”. Lynne Hall agreed to contact an arborist while the board would combine the construction work contract with the replacement of the Dangerous Kitchen fence.
Action sheet: A review of outstanding actions included progress on the Pākawau playground, which was “looking positive”, and the location for the hanging baskets tunnel house which the board have narrowed down to a choice between two primary schools.
Discretionary Fund Application
Golden Bay Disc Golf was granted $500 to purchase an additional basket.
Financial summary
Board member Robert Hewison’s forensic accounting eye picked up a discrepancy between entries in the Financial Report and the Discretionary Fund Report. TDC governance team member Gavin Dawson agreed to follow this up.
The next meeting of GBCB is at TDC Golden Bay Service Centre in Tākaka on Monday 16 December 2024 at 1pm.
Work in progress: The Draft Port Tarakohe Structure Plan will shortly be put out for public engagement. Photo: Jo Richards.
The large tree on Commercial Street, Tākaka is to be "tidied up". Photo: Supplied.
A touch of magic! New linen...
Taps turned off due to economic pressures
ALISTAIR HUGHES
Pipeworx, the locally owned company supplying plumbing solutions to the community for 17 years, announced recently that it will soon be closing its doors for good. The nationwide economic down-turn abruptly impacted owners Phillip and Helen Beck’s business around the middle of the year, and with no sign of improvement in sight, they have been forced to make the difficult decision to cease manning the pumps.
“I've had so many hugs this week,” says Helen. “And a lot of customers are quite upset and concerned about where they're going to get supplies from now.”
Phillip emphasises that the decision hasn’t been taken lightly.
“It was tough, but we could see the writing on the wall,” he says. “Everyone who was in business that we've spoken to about our situation agrees it makes sense to do this now, rather than dragging it out.”
What makes this situation especially challenging for the local couple is that they were preparing to sell what was then a very healthy business at the beginning of the year.
“We were looking at putting Pipeworx on the market in April. We had the figures ready, a good report from our accountant, and it appeared at that time to be saleable as a going concern,” says Helen.
Aware that rural businesses can take two to three years to sell, Phillip and Helen reasoned that timing would be perfect for the premises lease renewal date and reaching their own retirement age.
But as winter got underway, like many other businesses across the country, their trading figures began to tumble. The couple hoped it was just a blip and threw themselves into a special promotion and massive sale.
This enabled them to settle accounts with suppliers, but the downward trend continued with them describing August as “dropping off a cliff”.
“We’ve made the decision, even though we are tied to the lease for another two years,” says Phillip. “So we’re also hoping to find another potential tenant.”
It is an unhappy end to a business venture which the couple enjoyed and poured a lot of time and effort into.
“We set up direct supplier accounts and launched the local’s account to pass on as many savings as we could,” says Helen.
“And if trades rang us up on the weekend, we would open up and help them find what they needed,” adds Phillip. “I've even gone
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out and fixed a pump in the rain on a Sunday myself, to help someone out because they had no water. It just goes with the territory. But mostly you do it because you want to.”
They anticipate closing the doors for the final time at the end of this month, but in the meantime, Phillip and Helen have been greatly encouraged by the levels of local support shown.
“We've never seen it before in our lives, people coming in to say that they’re really sorry to hear what’s happening,” says Phillip. “So we'd like to thank the loyal customers who have supported us over the years, because without them there wouldn’t have been a chance in the first place.”
There have been some smiles along the way too. Helen recalls a recent customer she was helping who asked if she ever played with Lego or Meccano when she was young.
Treasures with inspirational messages and colour, colour, colour.
“I replied ‘both’, and he said that he could tell because I knew how to put things together.”
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Phillip and Helen Beck, Gypsy and Kelton Sparks are soon to be closing the Pipeworx doors for the last time. Photo: Alistair Hughes.
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HEALTH HAPPENINGS AT YOUR LOCAL HEALTH CENTRE…
• Golden Bay midwives are offering a new drop-in clinic on Mondays (excluding public holidays) between 10am and 2pm. Services will include pregnancy testing and early pregnancy advice, breast feeding support including tongue-tie assessment as well as antenatal routine care. The clinic will be run on a first come first served basis. If you want to make an appointment for a midwife outside this timeslot, please call 0800 825 269. You can access the clinic via the maternity entrance.
• We will be welcoming our new permanent GP on the 19th of November. Dr Petra Watson is moving from Christchurch, with her partner and young son, where she has been working as a GP at Mt Pleasant Medical Centre. She has also been working as an urgent care doctor at Thames Hospital and at urgent care clinics in Christchurch. She is a fully trained GP and an urgent care doctor. She will be working 4 days per week (Tuesday to Friday).
• A reminder that our Health Improvement Practitioner - Brigette and our Health Coach - Tal are available to support the navigation of life’s challenging times and help you set and implement goals to make meaningful life changes. Ask your doctor or you can make a free appointment with either of them via reception.
• Our youth health nurse Caroline will be offering a free drop in youth sexual health and wellness clinic over the summer holidays. Starting 11th Nov, Mondays5.30pm - 7pm at Golden Bay Community Health. Drop in or text Caroline 027 203 1213.
If you need emergency care call 111. For same day or routine care, give us a call, ph 03 525 0060.
Circumstantial evidence
LETTERS
Over the past weeks Forest & Bird and friends have almost exclusively blamed dogs for killing birds. I am not saying that they never do but I aim to show that almost all the evidence supplied by Forest & Bird is circumstantial.
Grant Williams published a picture of a dead penguin which he claims was killed by a dog due to the apparent bite pattern. Was the dead bird examined by a forensic vet in order to remove any doubt what killed the bird? Did he see it happen? Is he aware that NZ fur seals have been known to kill blue penguins.
Prue Angell says that she has seen a dog with a dead penguin in its mouth. Did she see the dog kill the bird and can she provide evidence? I ask because there is a dead pukeko on Excellent Street (hit by a car). A dog walking with us picked it up. Does that make that dog guilty of killing it? It seems to me that Forest & Bird would immediately come to that conclusion and publicise it as fact.
My point is this: If you didn't see it happen your evidence is circumstantial, sensationalising, and wrong at all levels.
Gary Thorpe
onto already packed shelves. I and others are perturbed to see so many more choices being introduced the majority of which are all pre-packaged in plastic. Do we really need 20 packets of different types and makes of cold cooked meat?
Through all this the staff have consistently been wonderfully patient, helpful and understanding. I am finding my weekly shopping requires asking the staff at least twice where something is or need assistance to get products off the shelf that are too high up or too far back on the shelf.
I hope management will give some thought to this letter and try and see what can be improved from the client's experience and point of view. [Abridged]
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Dick Lamb, from recent letter (GBW, 1/11) to this estimable rag, the obvious answer to your problem is get a dog. Mike Scott
Thoughts in interesting times
For you consideration:
• We are born in to this world with nothing but a body and soul, we leave with nothing but our soul. Therefore, the meaning of life is the development of our soul. True?
• Given the world-wide propagation of division and war we are experiencing, will the Americans rise above civil unrest to find resolution after their election? Yes or no?
• On 26 May 1940, King George ordered a national day of prayer to save people near Dunkirk and a "miracle" occurred. Time to pray?
Clive James
Not rolling in the aisles
At last there is an end in sight for the frustrating situation in our supermarket. I, along with friends who feel the same, have found it rather annoying, and not at all relaxing to visit the supermarket over the last few weeks. It might have been worthwhile to have been given the reason for these changes sometime ago. I am surprised that it is being done to make room for yet more goods to be squashed
Anne Gentleman
In relation to divisive topics and issues among our Golden Bay community and our global communities; the reminders and wisdom from Albert Schweitzer could benefit those open to his sincere observations: "The awareness that we are all human beings together has become lost in war and politics. We have reached the point of regarding each other only as members of a people either allied with or against us and our approach: prejudice, sympathy, or antipathy are all conditioned by that. Now we must rediscover the fact that we – all together – are human beings, and that we must strive to concede to each other what morale capacity we have.'' - Albert Schweitzer
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CORRECTION
In last week's article "Visitors warm to quilt show over wet weekend" we omitted the following: "People's choice winner went to Elva Harwood for her beautiful quilt, ‘Kahurangi’." This was an editing error for which we apologise - Ed
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Late night shopping coming to town
JO RICHARDS
Arriving significantly sooner than Santa, late night shopping is coming to town.
For two evenings in the run up to Christmas, Golden Bay Promotion Association (GBPA) is organising night markets on the Village Green and encouraging local retailers to keep their doors open a bit later than usual.
The initiative was a response to a social media query about late night shopping. “I thought it would be a good opportunity for the Bay,” says GBPA chair Cheryl Elsey, who quickly saw the benefits for both shoppers and businesses. “We want to encourage people to shop local – keep their pay in the Bay. It’s a case of use it [local businesses] or lose it.”
The evening events will run from 4-7.30pm and both are scheduled for Fridays; 22 November and 6 December.
Market stalls will offer a wide range of locally produced items including artisanal foods, jewellery, candles, ornaments and Christmas gifts. Cheryl hopes stallholders will sign up for both events. “It’s $10 for two nights.” While people browse the market they will be entertained by live music from local performers. “It’s going to be a family-friendly fun event.”
Although the Village Green provides a focal point for the evening, Commercial Street should have plenty to offer shoppers and Cheryl hopes CBD retailers will sign up for late opening. Two businesses spoken to by The GB Weekly last week are already keen about the initiative. “It’s a great idea. It’s nice that people will be able to wander around, do some shopping and have some food,” says Tarnae Palmer, co-owner of Hammer Hardware Golden Bay.
Manager of nearby Paper Plus Rochelle Mitchell is equally enthusiastic. “I’m all for it, absolutely; it’s good for locals.” Cheryl is looking to extend the concept beyond Tākaka. “I’d encourage all businesses around the Bay to register with us so we can promote potters and art galleries, for example. We hope everyone will get behind it.”
For retailers and stall-holders, the registration deadline is Wednesday 20 November. For more information, and/or to register, contact: secretary@goldenbaynz.co.nz
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This summer, Aotearoa's award winning, and internationally renowned electronic artist Tali is bringing a live and intimate show to a town near you – in celebration of an illustrious 25-year career, and 20 years since she released her first album.
This event encompasses Tali's back catalogue of eight albums, and numerous singles, with inflections of jazz, soul, and low fi, all interwoven with personal stories, giving us a glimpse into the inspiration behind her songs.
Joining her onstage will be two of her long-time collaborators and band mates, the talented Harry Charles on guitar, and the exceptional Cam Sangster on drums, alongside Orlando Cooper on bass for some of the bigger shows.
As well as being a touring artist, Tali also produces beats for other artists, is a composer for film and television, a music mentor, music consultant, inspirational speaker, documentary maker and published author.
While Tali is most usually seen performing alongside Chiccoreli, The Upbeats and DJ Aroha, she is also a classically trained pianist and singer, and as well as working with her own live band, she has performed live with several of New Zealand's symphony orchestras most notably alongside one of her best friends and music colleagues Tiki Taane.
The Mussel Inn, 17 November. Tickets from undertheradar.
Discussion group makes debut
In September, eight enthusiastic Golden Bay Friendship Club (GBFC) members gathered for a lively two-hour session, marking the debut of the "GBFC Discussion Group".
The topic at hand, chosen by the group, was “What Values Should We Teach Our Children/Grandchildren, and Why?” From the outset, the room buzzed with vibrant opinions and engaging stories, leading to plenty of laughter and the strengthening of friendships. Here’s a summary of our thoughtful deliberations.
The consensus was that instilling the value of love from babyhood is crucial. This sense of love and security should emanate from parents and grandparents, creating a foundation of affection and trust that lasts a lifetime. The significance of family life and the teaching of values through example – rather than preaching – was highlighted as the most effective approach. Manners, including table manners, gratitude, appreciation, and religious values, were seen as stemming naturally from parental influence.
Gathering for family meals was acknowledged as an important tradition, allowing children to listen, communicate, and engage in meaningful conversations with adults. We must teach them to respect others, show thoughtful care, and cultivate empathy and kindness. Encouraging children to love life, nurture curiosity, and a desire to learn about and respect the world around them is essential. Creativity should be nurtured as a vital part of their development.
Preparedness and adaptability were recognised as key skills for managing change and handling criticism, whether directed at a person or an action. Understanding forgiveness and developing an awareness of danger were also deemed important. Children need to grasp the concepts of good and bad, right and wrong, and the potential consequences of their actions. In essence, they must learn accountability and respect for moral values.
Honesty, trust, and truthfulness are values that children absorb from observing their parents. Loving encouragement is essential for building confidence in various environments and understanding that respect is something to be earned. Each child is unique, so teaching values should be flexible, allowing them to think for themselves and resist peer pressure. They should also learn to respect elders and remain open-minded to avoid racial prejudice.
We plan to host more discussions in the new year. We invite you to join our vibrant friendship club to forge new friendships, be inspired by our monthly speakers, and enjoy the various activities and outings we organise.
For more information about the Golden Bay Friendship Club, please contact gbfriendshipclub@gmail.com.
“Amid moral and social uncertainties and amid the increasing influx of news and information, of facts and more facts, of propaganda and assailing arguments and counter arguments, a poem can stand out like a flower among weeds or offering a moment of resonance among daily cacophony.”
True words when written by David Manning of the Nelson Evening Mail back in 1993 on the fledging Nelson Live Poets group. And just as true today as Golden Bay Live Poets Society celebrates its 30th anniversary.
Joe Bell took a lead from "occasional Nelson poet", Mark Raffills who started the Nelson group. Joe invited him over the Hill to help commence Golden Bay Live Poets. Joe then led the monthly gatherings of poets at the Mussel Inn for 17 years before his death in 2012.
Front folks have changed from time to time too, each bringing their own twist to the monthly gatherings as they have taken up the challenge of keeping the spoken word alive and loud. After Joe, Mark Raffills held the space until he moved north for a while. Then Sacha Horton performed the duties before Mark returned and resumed the MC role running the monthly gatherings under the name Acid on the Microphone. Administration duties have been carried out by Rose Michel von Dreger and Jane Dixon from the Mussel Inn who have secured very valuable support over the years from Creative Communities Funding.
During the life of Golden Bay Live Poets, guests have come from all over the country to perform. Sam Hunt, David Eggleton, Brian Turner, Bernadette Hall, Fiona Farrell, Apirana Taylor and Vincent O’Sullivan have been among them. And there have been many more.
And then there has been the life blood of Live Poets – the local performers who have fronted up to the open microphone month in and month out.
A special anniversary concert will be held at the Mussel Inn on Thursday 14 November, starting at 7pm. $5 on the door. The format will include invited performances by those who have been part of Golden Bay Live Poets over the years, invited singer/songwriters will share their music and a roll of honour section where poems from some of our late, great Golden Bay poets will be read.
WHAKAARO: Reef Balls
SUBMITTED BY HIKA ROUNTREE
It's fantastic that people in Golden Bay care deeply about our marine habitat, as shown by groups like Mohua Marine Trust working to protect and enhance our marine environment. The Council has issued consent for the group to pursue their goal of establishing reef balls near the old Onekakā Wharf. However, this raises a key question: how will artificial reef balls improve a coastline that already has extensive rocky reef structures, stretching from Patons Rock to Parapara and from Separation Point to Tata Islands?
Rather than adding reef balls, could we focus on enhancing these natural reef structures to increase the biodiversity Mohua Marine Trust aims to foster? It's good to hear that a marine biologist is investigating seabed restoration, as suspended sediment is one of the biggest threats to Golden Bay's marine habitat. However, two additional factors may be affecting our existing reefs: the presence of urchins and eleven-armed sea stars.
Before deploying reef balls, a study of the existing rocky reef structures could help us understand the biomass and impact of both urchins and starfish. During our recent exploration of the reefs from Separation Point to Tata Islands on the September
spring low tide, we observed a concerning amount of barren rock, which used to host abundant seaweed. We found many small urchins and saw large numbers of brightly coloured starfish on exposed rocks.
Urchins are known to create barren areas, as they graze on seaweed, which is crucial for restoring biodiversity. Starfish, on the other hand, have heavily impacted shellfish beds in Golden Bay and were a factor in the decline of scallops here. During dives at Mason’s bach, I've personally observed starfish preying on mature green-lipped mussels sucking the meat out of them. Golden Bay’s marine farms act as artificial reefs and already contribute to biodiversity. In my opinion, we need to take four essential actions to improve our Bay's health:
1. Reduce suspended sediment entering waterways through riparian planting, and restoration of wetlands, swamps, and marshes.
2. Return mussel and scallop shells to the seafloor to aid in habitat recovery.
3. Understand the biomass of urchins and starfish and their impact on native shellfish and marine plants.
4. Transition marine farms from monoculture to polyculture to enhance biodiversity and support ocean health.
Founder of Golden Bay Live Poets, the late Joe Bell, reading his work at an early poetry session at the Mussel Inn. Photo: Submitted.
Sexual health check service starts
RONNIE SHORT
Youth health and sexual wellness nurse, Caroline Jones, is trialling a new health initiative.
The Sexual Wellbeing Service is free of charge and available every Monday evening at Golden Bay Community Health.
Beginning on Monday 11 November through to the end of January 2025, Caroline will be available for the highly confidential evening consultations. Although drop-in visits are welcome, those who desire more confidentiality can text her for an appointment.
Caroline says the trial is timely. “The rates of STIs [Sexually Transmitted Infections] definitely go up for the summer, with visitors, festival goers...Statistics cover the 18- to 29-year-old age group, and they are our full-time working population, hence the evening clinic.”
She is passionate about the subject, believing there is a need to normalise sexual health and wellbeing checks as they are as important as those for physical and mental health. “Untreated STIs can lead to infertility in men and women.”
Having contacted local festivals, including Twisted and Rolling Hertz, Caroline has already been accepted at the latter event for half a day. She plans to talk about consent and respect, give out free condoms and Sexual Wellbeing Service cards.
According to Caroline, statistics from 2023 show that STIs, especially chlamydia, are on the rise and syphilis in New Zealand has “jumped” by 40 per cent. Because some STIs don’t have any symptoms, it is important to undertake a sexual health check in between partners. “Especially any time you have sex without a condom,” advises Caroline.
STIs are known to spread very rampantly. Currently chlamydia is at the top of the list, followed by herpes, gonorrhea, trichomoniasis and syphilis. However, Caroline says sexual health checks are simply done, by self-swabbing or via a urine test. Treatment is effective for most STIs, although herpes remains a recurring infection.
Caroline has a wealth of experience in the field, having worked with young people for 30 years. She has undertaken extra training with the Burnett Foundation (formerly the NZ AIDS Foundation) and completed many courses on contraception and STIs through Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa (formerly Family Planning).
Known for her work as youth health nurse at Collingwood and Golden Bay secondary schools, Caroline will continue the
service from 9 December throughout the summer holidays at the Golden Bay Workcentre (GBWC). The GBWC Trust have donated the use of a room for the purpose. Caroline will be available every Monday from 12.30-3pm for physical health, skin and mole checks, mental health, sleep concerns, plus contraceptive and condom advice for youth.
From Monday 11 November the Sexual Wellbeing Service will be open every Monday from 5.30pm-7pm at Golden Bay Community Health. Drop in or text Caroline on 027 203 1213.
Raising awareness around diabetes
JOYCE WYLIE
Diabetes Awareness Day is 14 November. It is good to be aware of both the disease itself and people who are living with it.
Melanie Chick, practice nurse at Golden Bay Community Health (GBCH) with a special interest in diabetes, reports that there are over 150 people in our Golden Bay community who she keeps in touch with for annual reviews and monitoring progress. Symptoms to be aware of are increased thirst, needing to urinate a lot, general feelings of malaise, being prone to infections, and slow healing.
Melanie's advice is to get checked if you have any concerns as it is best to diagnose diabetes early. Type 1 is an autoimmune disease which requires a life-time of managing blood sugar levels 24/7. The great initiatives of insulin pumps and continuous monitoring devices have improved things but Melanie says "shout out to all the people who do an incredible job of being their own pancreas". Type 2 requires different medication and also diet and exercise changes. Melanie makes the point that healthy lifestyles and eating good food is best for us all. Also important, is to be aware that someone with low blood sugar may need your assistance. When I was a vet, the first
time I visited one cowshed, the farmer introduced himself, explained that he was diabetic and told me all the symptoms of hypoglycaemia, low blood sugar. If I found him shaking, sweating, anxious, slurring speech, or confused to please not assume that he was drunk but to go to the drawer and give him a barley sugar. If he didn't improve quickly then get help. I admired his openness and it was a great lesson in awareness that I have never forgotten.
Youth health nurse Caroline Jones is offering confidential sexual health and wellbeing consultations at GBCH. Photo: Ronnie Short.
Thursday 14 November is Diabetes Awareness Day. File photo.
POLICE REPORT
Kia ora whānau
• Spring is here and we are seeing more visitors. Emergency services have attended a number of crashes where wet slippery roads have played a factor in the crash. Please drive to the conditions.
• Police’s focus on road policing and in particular, rural speeds seems to be having the desired effect. This Labour weekend saw zero fatality crashes. Expect to continue to see us out and about being strict on speed, seatbelts, impairment and cellphone usage.
• 16 August: A 51-year-old local male was charged with driving with excess breath alcohol – third and subsequent. He appears for sentencing on 10/1/2025.
• 24 August: A 61-year-old local male was charged with driving with excess breath alcohol. He was disqualified for six months and fined $550.
• 28 August: A 41-year-old local female was arrested for breach of bail.
• Police want to encourage everyone to secure their belongings, in particular their motor vehicles, after a number were stolen over the last few months. On a few occasions the youth offenders returned the vehicle to where they had stolen it (yay!), and I’m certain a number of offences went unnoticed and unreported by the victims. Please do not leave your car keys in your vehicles. Police are working with a number of local youth who have admitted their offending.
• 10 September: A 43-year-old Christchurch male was arrested for breach of bail.
• 20 September: A 17-year-old local male was referred to youth aid for driving whilst intoxicated.
• 21 September: The 41-year-old local female and the 43-year-old Christchurch male both breached bail again and were arrested.
• 22 September: A 29-year-old local male was arrested for intentional damage and dangerous driving.
• 28 September: A 43-year-old from Te Awamutu was arrested and charged with refusing to accompany and refusing blood following a traffic stop.
• 28 September: The 41-year-old local female and the 43-year-old Christchurch male both breached bail again and were arrested and held in custody. A number of incidents were dealt with during the whitebaiting season. Some damage and thieving was reported. An 18-year-old local female received a formal warning for threatening behaviour. A 49-year-old local male was trespassed from a property.
• 7 October: Police attended and are investigating a serious crash involving a 29-year-old local farm worker in Bainham. The man was flown to Wellington Hospital and subsequently died from his injuries.
• 27 October: Overnight a car was stolen in Nelson and the offender drove to Tākaka, dumping it and going on a crime spree. In total, three cars were stolen and a further two were broken into in an attempt to steal them. The offender, whose identity is known, has since left the area and is wanted to arrest.
• 27 October: A 37-year-old Motueka male was arrested and charged with possession class A and class C drugs, allowing a vehicle to be used for commission of an offence and smoking cannabis. He appears in the Nelson District Court 29/11/24. A 20-year-old local male was given a formal warning for drugs offences in relation to the same incident.
• 31 October: A 47-year-old local male received a $200 fine and 50 demerits for driving with alcohol levels between 250 and 400mcg/litre of breath.
• 2 November: A 43-year-old Christchurch male was arrested for breach of electronically monitored bail.
• Tākaka Police have been having some preventative chats with any patched gang members encountered in town about the legislation that comes into effect at the end of November making the wearing of gang patches unlawful.
Have a great weekend, Tākaka Police.
Family festivities at Spring Merriment
The rain passed through on Friday, and blue skies were appreciated by all those who came to the Sustainable Living Centre’s annual Spring Merriment last Saturday.
Hera Livingston curated a beautiful family-focussed event with good old-fashioned fun in the form of sack races, egg and spoon races and tug-o-wars. Folk traditions were kept with the Beltain theme: revellers enjoyed flower crown making, maypole dancing and some Morris dances. A highlight for many was the Maramataka workshop which reminded us to connect with our cyclical rhythms whilst deepening our awareness of what the
moon and sun’s energy is affecting around us.
“It was a cheerful day full of merry festivities; fun, friendly family vibes with great food and heaps of activities throughout the day,” said Saiga Wren.
As the day drew late, plates heaped with curry were served to the rhythm of the WaDaDa’s drumming circle. A fire was lit and beings gathered to hear the stories from Ian the Storyteller as the first stars in the sky were spotted.
Thanks to all those who attended, and those who supported the event; it was a fantastic fundraiser to help sustain the centre for another season.
Saturday's Spring Merriment fundraiser at the Sustainable Living Centre was a family-focussed event. Photos: Submitted.
Golden Bay Summer Arts Festival
Golden Bay Summer Arts Festival is back in February 2025, a few weeks later than last year’s maiden voyage and it would be all the better for some serious sponsorship.
Arts worker, Gary Smith, says that the January 2024 festival produced great feedback from participants, audiences and venues.
The festival grew out of a 2021 survey of the Bay’s creatives by the Golden Bay Community Arts Council (GBCAC). This led to an application to the Ministry of Culture and Heritage for a community-building grant to support a series of events and performances in community venues across the Bay.
Despite having a limited time to market the festival, artist buy-in was very good and audiences were enthusiastic.
“We knew quite soon that the festival was something we could repeat and grow,” says Gary. “The art auction, the ‘Live and Local’ performances at the Mussel and the Dangerous Kitchen
and the photos taken at the workshops made it very clear that we were onto something that brought creatives and audiences together in ways that built community.”
The feedback from participants spoke about the tight-frame for marketing among other things.
“The new timing answers that, “ says Gary. “Our target market is the older crowd who come here in late February and into March. They have some money to spend on experiences that reflect the Bay’s renowned creative culture.”
Gary explains that the current funding climate is very challenging, leading to the Arts Council seeking major sponsors.
“The GBCAC is looking for a benefactor or a group of people who want to do something meaningful in Golden Bay/Mohua. There may be people who own property here and who are attracted by the diverse creative community."
Gary can be contacted for details via the GBCAC website: https://www.gbarts.org.nz/.
Rivercare meetings to resume
JO RICHARDS
Tasman District Council is shortly to resume its annual Rivercare meetings across the District.
Interested members of the public are invited to attend their local meeting to hear information about river works in the past year, discuss river management issues in their area, and help plan for work to be done in 2025.
Topics will include flood protection, erosion control, and maintenance of the riparian margin which may be significant to specific areas.
Over a period of two-and-half weeks, a total of six meetings are scheduled, starting with two in Golden Bay to discuss the Bay’s main catchments. A morning discussion at Collingwood Tavern will cover the Aorere catchment (Aorere and Kaituna Rivers), followed by a meeting at Golden Bay Rec Centre where the focus will be on the Tākaka catchment (Tākaka, Waingaro and Anatoki Rivers).
Anyone planning to attend one of these meetings who has a specific question or topic they would like discussed, is requested to send an email to rivercare@tasman.govt.nz noting the question and issue of interest and the meeting they plan
Golden Bay Rivercare meetings are on Monday 18 November: Aorere Catchment discussion, Collingwood Tavern at 10.30am; Tākaka catchment discussion, Golden Bay Rec Centre at 3pm.
The Tākaka River. Photo: Jo Richards. to attend.
Getting Wise with Waste talk
SUBMITTED
The Sustainable Living Centre, in collaboration with Tasman District Council and Helping Hands, is starting the Mohua Compost Collective.
This project will have two central drop-off points to collect food scraps and turn them into compost, to minimise waste reaching the landfill and to turn food waste into a valuable resource.
To launch this event Prashanti Lovegrove will be presenting a workshop about the importance of minimising waste which can help save you money whilst helping the planet. She will cover some cool techniques for storing food scraps, and inspire you how to make easy steps to minimise waste.
The Sustainable Living Centre will have free compost buckets for locals to collect their food scraps at home and make it easy to transport to the two new drop-off points, at the Visitor Centre and at the Sustainable Living Centre’s entrance. Helping Hands are supporting this project by running the collections weekly.
The “Getting Wise with Waste” talk will be held at the Tākaka library on Wednesday 13 November from 10.30am. Free entry.
Pool to get new pipes and power
JO RICHARDS
A vital community resource that was struggling to keep its head above water is now drowning in generosity.
Rockville swimming pool has for decades been at the heart of the Aorere Valley community and the place where generations of kids have learned to swim – many of them though the legendary Pattison Swim School programme.
But the years have taken their toll on the facility’s ageing infrastructure. “The pool has needed the pipes replaced for years,” says Rockville Pool Committee member Nancy-Jean Bell. “Every time we started the pump, rust came out.”
When the committee took the plunge to upgrade the pool, fellow member Kerry Nalder set about applying for grants to fund the work. “She applied for everything under the sun,” says Nancy-Jean.
It soon paid off: grants from Golden Bay Community Board Special Projects Fund and Pub Charity have brought in around $20,000, and there is the prospect of another substantial windfall courtesy of the generosity of the Nelson-Tasman community including, of course, Golden Bay. “We were chosen as the recipients of the [NBS Golden Bay] Sport Awards,” says Nancy-Jean, explaining that all profits from the event will be donated to the pool project. “Our contribution is supplying all the things for the auction.”
Nancy-Jean says the response from regional businesses has been “very heartening” with many donating items and money without hesitation. “After traipsing around Golden Bay and Nelson we have close to 100 sponsors.” She reels off a list of donated items which includes a sky-dive, a truckload of dolomite, fishing gear, paddle boards, scooters, bikes, holiday/ activity packages in Kaikoura, Hanmer and Picton, a signed All Blacks jersey, and even a pizza oven – all lots that will go under the hammer at the Sports Awards dinner in just over a week's time.
It was the pool’s role in the community and its link with the well-known Pattison Swim School that accounts for the generosity, says Nancy-Jean. “Most people were interested in the kids learning to swim. I was impressed by how important
Rockville Pool is getting a major upgrade. File photo. people thought it was… It’s all about the kids being safe in the water.”
With the funds pouring in, the pool committee decided it was the time to think beyond the pipes and look at also replacing the antiquated diesel-powered heating system. “We plan to install solar panels to run a heat pump and get rid of the dinosaur furnace,” explains Nancy-Jean. That change will mean that, instead of spending thousands of dollars on diesel, the pool will generate cash by supplying electricity to the grid for eight months of the year. “We will have a lovely asset which will be clean and sustainable, and we’ll actually earn money from the pool – and be able to extend the season.”
Nancy-Jean says the upgrade work is scheduled to start next April “after the season”. In the meantime, every item sold at the Sports Awards auction will add another few drops into the collection bucket.
TĀKAKA
The winner of the October crossword competition (#295) is Liz Thomas Congratulations, your prize is at Paper Plus Tākaka.
SOLUTIONS
ACROSS: 9. Alter 10. Impromptu 11. Exacted 12. Recycle 13. Beat the gun 14. Amps 16. Wounded 19. Enhance 21. Guru 22. Out of sight 26. Trotter 27. Later on 28. Break a leg 29. Whirl DOWN: 1. Take a bow 2. Strata 3. Gratitude 4. Fiddle 5. Aperture 6. Notch 7. Spaceman 8. Rulers 15. Ghost town 17. Uprooted 18. Drum roll 20. Entangle 21. Gets by 23. Oblige 24. Garlic 25. Stake
Pets and puddles at show day
Calves and kids in the puddles at CAS Show Day. Photo: Joyce Wyllie.
Protecting native species from introduced predators in the Heaphy Lowlands area
The Department of Conservation (DOC) in Buller are going to control rats, possums and stoats over 28,800 hectares. This is scheduled for the first clear weather window between November 10, 2024 and March 31, 2025
Native wildlife and forests need protection
Native species are fighting for survival due to predation from rats, stoats and possums. Without protection, we risk losing the unique natural heritage and biodiversity within Heaphy Lowlands area. This pest control is needed primarily to protect South Island long tailed bat but also great spotted kiwi, whio and giant snails in this area from increased predator numbers. This area last had large scale predator control in 2021.
Through sustained predator control using 1080, there is a big increase in breeding success for native birds, their food source is more abundant, and the forest canopy is healthier.
The safest and most effective method we have to control possums, rats and stoats over large areas is to use biodegradable cereal bait pellets containing 1080. This bait targets rodents and possums.
Stoats are also controlled through secondary poisoning as they feed on the carcasses of the dead rodents. Helicopters distribute bait pellets across the forest area along pre-determined and monitored flight paths using technology that enables accurate placememt. This is the only viable method to control predators in the Heaphy Lowlands area due to the vast and rugged terrain.
This operation begins with the distribution of non-toxic pre-feed bait pellets (sandy coloured). This prepares possums and rodents to eat the toxic bait (dyed green) that is applied afterwards. Both baits are about 16mm in diameter and cylindrical shaped.
Consultation and permissions
DOC has consulted with hapu, iwi and key stakeholders including landowners adjacent to the treatment area. DOC is delegated authority by the Environmental Protection Agency to decide applications for permission to use 1080 on land administered or managed by DOC. Permission has been granted for this operation. DOC has also received the required permission from the Ministry of Health. DOC ensures that all legal and policy requirement are met, and that any potential risks of the operation are managed.
Managing risk
1080 is poisonous to humans, domestic and game animals. In areas where the toxin has been applied, dogs are highly at risk until poisoned carcasses have disintegrated. This takes four-to-eight months or longer.
There will be warning signs placed at entrances to the treatment area immediately prior to the operation.
Risks can be eliminated by following these rules:
DO NOT touch bait
WATCH children at all times
DO NOT EAT animals from this area or within the buffer zone outside the treatment boundary. The buffer zone is 2km for deer and pigs, 200m for rabbits, and 1km for hares, tahr, wallabies and possums. Poison baits or carcasses are DEADLY to DOGS
Observe these rules whenever you see warning signs about pesticides. These signs indicate pesticide residues may be still present in baits and poisoned carcasses. When signs are removed, normal activities can resume. If in doubt, check with your local DOC office. Please report suspected vandalism or unauthorised removal of signs.
If you suspect poisoning, please contact:
• Your local doctor or hospital OR The National Poisons Centre: 0800 764 766 (urgent calls) or (03) 479 7248 OR dial 111
• Seek veterinary advice for suspected poisoning of domestic animals
For more information
Please contact: Operational planner DOC Westport or Greymouth, phone (03) 788 8008 OR Vector Control Services, 388 Main South Road, Greymouth, phone 0508 141 268.
Visit the DOC website: More information about DOC’s National Predator Control Programme is available on our website: www.doc.govt.nz/our-work/ national-predator-control-programme
Map of predator control area within the Heaphy Lowlands Control Area
This map shows the area we are controlling rats, possums and stoats to protect native species. You can also see operational updates and detailed maps of predator control on public conservation land on the DOC website: www.doc.govt.nz/nature/pests-and-threats/ pesticide-summaries
School Plant Sale
The fifth annual Motupipi School plant sale enjoyed a perfect sunny day, making up for the terrible weather from last year's event. A good crowd turned up to support the school and boost their gardens with new veggies, flowers and trees sourced from various businesses, the local community and the green thumbs of a few senior students. A pop-up café was organised by parents, the barbecue donated by ITM for the day, the plants themselves were organised by Teresa Brough, with Pip Giblin and Abbie Langford organising all else. By closing time at 2pm the event had raised just over $10,000.
Cultural Connections Workshop
A Cultural Connections workshop is being held in Tākaka next week.
As part of New Zealand Immigration’s Welcoming Communities initiative Tasman District Council has organised several Cultural Connections workshops across the district to promote inclusivity and engagement with diverse cultures.
The recent census identified New Zealand’s growing cultural diversity, with more than one-fifth of Tasman’s population born overseas and over 100 ethnicities represented in the district. But there seem to be gaps where that diversity isn’t being reflected in local clubs, organisations and community groups.
TDC's welcoming communities officer Birte BeckerSteel has identified a growing interest of those groups in engaging more with culturally and linguistically diverse community members. The workshops aim to address this “participation gap” and will offer tips, planning tools, and seed funding to help diversify participation.
At the sessions Birte will introduce the brand-new "how to be more inclusive" guides and support participants in developing ideas for events that work in their community.
The free workshops are open to a wide range of participants including rural support and community organisations, representatives from service providers, local interest groups, sports and hobby clubs, and educational institutions.
Cultural Connections Community Workshop is on Wednesday 13 November, 1–4pm at the Golden Bay Community Centre, Tākaka.
For more information and/or to register, contact welcoming communities officer Birte Becker-Steel at: Birte.becker-steel@tasman.govt.nz or phone 027 700 3139.
ANITA PETERS
From left: Pip Giblin, Motupipi School receptionist (and coorganiser with Abbie Langford), organiser of the plant sale Teresa Brough, and far right, principal Rachel Evans pose with a keen gardener with the sale in full swing. Photo: Anita Peters.
JO RICHARDS
Motupipi
RESULTS
BRIDGE
30 October. Patons Rock Individual Session 10. P Nelson/J Edmondson 54.86%; J Cooper/B Burdett 54.86%; J Pemberton/R McDonald 52.08%. H/cap: P Nelson/J Edmondson 54.14%; Leanne Field & David Sarll 53.45%; J Cooper/B Burdett 50.56%. GOLF
23 October. Stableford: M Shannon 38, G Allen 36, G Rowe 35. Closest to pin: 3/12 W Rothwell, 4/13 W Rothwell, 8/17 W Collie, 9/18 M Dixon. Twos: R Tait, W Collie, T McKendry. Best gross: W. Collie 76.
30 October. Stableford: R Heuvel 37, R Tait 37, G Allen 37. Closest to Pin: 3/12 R Dyce, 4/13 G Allen, 8/17 R Tait, 9/18 G Allen. Twos: G Allen, M Shannon. Best gross: N Barnes 81.
2 November. Malkeys - Wendt Trophy R2: G Allen +16, W Dobbie +14, A Bradnock +4. Closest to pin: 3/12 W Dobbie, 4/13 W Collie, 8/17 N Moore, 9/18 A Bradnock. Twos: W Dobbie. Happy wanderer: T Murdoch. Best gross: N Moore 76. AGM NOTICES
CHC Trust AGM, Monday 25 November at the Collingwood fire station at 7.30pm. The CHC Trust looks after the building at CAS that is used for health services.
GOLDEN Bay Senior Citizens AGM, in the clubrooms at 2pm Thursday 14 November. New members most welcome.
LOST AND FOUND / Ngaronga/Kitenga
FOUND. A beautiful big red umbrella, at Rockville Museum steam-up on Labour weekend. Please ph Suzy 027 271 8467. FOUND. An item paid for but left behind at garage sale, 2 Feary Crescent. Please ph 027 956 9210.
WANTED / Hiahia
SOMEONE to lay a reinforced concrete slab, approximately 200sqm. Ph Len Trent 021 132 3237.
PUBLIC NOTICES / Pānui a whānui
LEARN to fly with Golden Bay Flying Club. Email: zktkagbfc@ gmail.com
PATTISONS SWIMMING LESSONS: 7, 8 December. Excellent swimming tuition for 5-12 years at the fabulous heated Rockville Pool. Four lessons for $50. jordyhutty@yahoo.co.nz
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.
CURIOUS about Quakers? Come and check us out. Ph Jude 524 8291. www.quakers.nz
COLLINGWOOD Volunteer Fire Brigade would like to thank the following for their generous donations through our last fianancial year: Lynda Wallace, Trash Palace, Keith Handley. 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.
We are looking for a special, dynamic sales person to join our Takaka team. A passion for colour and fashion, and the desire to exceed customer expectations is essential. This is a permanent part-time position - Monday, Friday & Saturday with the option to pick-up.
If this sounds like you, please call 0800-132-500 or email kerryn@mariposaclothing.co.nz for an application.
CLASSIFIEDS
Golden Bay Kindergarten
Qualified Casual Reliever Positions
Are you an energetic, passionate and caring Kaiako looking to make a positive impact on young tamariki? Golden Bay Kindergarten is seeking dedicated and qualified casual relievers to join the team. We are looking for Kaiako who are self-motivated with strong initiative, are team oriented and driven by a love for teaching and nurturing young minds.
As a casual reliever at Golden Bay Kindergarten, you will enjoy the flexibility to choose the days that suit you best, and only work for up to 6 hours a day, this role offers the perfect balance of work and life.
Located next to Tākaka Primary School, Golden Bay Kindergarten has a roll of 40 tamariki aged 2 to 6 years. The mixed age programme is grounded in the core values of respect, resilience, having fun, challenging oneself and kaitiakitanga. We take pride in our strong partnership with the community, which is reflected in our daily programs and the active involvement of our whānau. If you’re a qualified teacher looking for a flexible and rewarding opportunity, get in touch with Rebecca Olney at Golden Bay Kindergarten on 03 525 9686.
PPT 12 hrs/week, plus after hours on the on -call roster
Te Whare Mahana - Community Mental Health Service is seeking a Youth Wellbeing Clinician to provide a responsive service to youth experiencing mild to moderate levels of distress. The Clinician will deliver recovery -based services in environments appropriate for young people and develop collaborative care with other services.
Healing with Grac e MASSAGE & WELLNESS
The Clinician will work within a multidisciplinary team and participate in the on-call crisis roster. The successful candidate will hold relevant mental-health-specific experience, demonstrate excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and be able to provide evidence-based interventions to people aged between 12-24 years.
For a detailed job description and our TWM application forms, please visit our webpage www.twm.org.nz/careers. If this is you, please send your complete application to hr@twm.org.nz.
Application close: OPEN until filled! Consent for Police Vetting is required.
HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora
Can address pain, injury, trauma, life transitions. Pivotal for immunity health and post viral syndrome. Working with individuals, children and babies. Ph 027 338 9504 www.inbodyhealth.co.nz ꟾ info@inbodyhealth.co.nz
Providing Golden Bay with: Professional, Diagnostic, Clinical Physio & Massage Therapy services ACC registered Provider
• Sports & Accident injuries
• Complex musculoskeletal conditions
• Clinical reviews / Second opinions
• Orthopaedic / Post-operative rehabilitation
• Postural / Biomechanical correction programmes
• Clinical Massage Therapy No GP referral required
Healing with Grace MASSAGE & WELLNESS & More…
APOTHECARY, medical herbalist, iridology, reflexology, reiki. Lisa Williams, ph 027 451 9797, www.goldenbayiridology.com
MASSAGE. Ph Willem 022 134 1726.
MASSAGE. Ph Paul Frika 027 772 7334. 30 years of experience.
TRANSMISSIONS of Light with Vicki Lawson. Deep relaxation and restoration. Ph 027 525 9944.
Healing with Grace MASSAGE & WELLNESS
Ask us about our no-cost initial Physio assessment Call 0800 749 739 for info or an appointment today
VACANT / Tūranga wātea
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.
A ARBORIST, qualified, ph Jack Stevens 021 211 5580. ARCHITECT services. Building and resource consents. Residential, commercial and industrial. Chris Pyemont Architects, ph 021 0278 4729.
BUILDER: GL Building Tākaka. Renovations, alterations, extensions, new builds, decks and all your repair and maintenance needs. Ph Grant 027 485 5987.
BUILDER: new builds, renovations, decks, etc. Available now, Alistair Middleton Homes Created, ph 027 510 6511, al.homescreated@gmail.com
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.
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.
SURVEYING: GPS and drone surveys. Topo, building setout, boundary location. Mohua Uenuku Surveying, ph Alexis 021 023 91 364.
TĀKAKA Garden Services, for all your lawn and garden needs. Ph 027 525 8006 or 525 8806.
TILER. Professional wall and floor tiling and design. Wayne Robinson Tiling. Ph 027 576 1620.
ADVENTURE motorcycle. 2007 BMWF650GS. Great condition. 48,000km. Very reliable. Expandable hard panniers. Many extras and spares. Low seat height. Ph Andy 027 228 1503.
PROPERTY AVAILABLE / Rawa watea
RETAIL and office space available for lease starting 3 December. It is currently leased to Colovaria. It comprises 98sqm of retail space plus another 36sqm suitable as office space. Ph 027 862 6542.
CHURCH SERVICES ON SUNDAYS
GOLDEN Bay Anglican Parish warmly invites you to join them on Sunday, 10am at Takaka or 4.45pm at Collingwood (starting with a cuppa). Fellowship gatherings (fellowship, songs, prayer and bible study) held fortnightly, 3 and 17 November; traditional services (with a speaker) held on alternate fortnights – 10 and 24 November. NB: Our guest speaker at services on 24 November will be Bishop Steve Maina.
SACRED Heart Catholic faith community new timetable: Mass, 1st and 3rd Saturdays of month 5pm. Service of the Word, 2nd Sunday of month 9.30am. All warmly welcome.
ST Andrews Presbyterian Church extends a warm welcome to join us at 10am for a time of worship and fellowship, including communion, with John Laing.
Kahurangi Christian Church
Sunday 10 November
10:30am
Onekaka Community Hall
All welcome Contact Rowan/Drea Miller 021 106 8461
EATING OUT / Kai wahi kē
ANATOKI SALMON fishing and café. Catch your own lunch or order from the menu. Open every day from 9am-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.
COURTYARD CAFÉ, Tākaka. Open 7 days, 7am-5pm. Also, bookings for dinner. Ph 525 8681.
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.
ESSENCE of AROHA AHORA, 90 Commercial St, Tākaka. Fresh frequency food and divine delectable drinks. Vegan, vegetarian, GF, DF. Open everyday, 10am to 10pm. Ph 027 231 7447, 03 525 6111.
GOOD AS GOLD CAFÉ, Tākaka. Open Monday-Friday, 7am4pm. Ph 525 8193.
MOLLY B’S, Pōhara. Open 5 days from 9am, weekend brunch 9-11am. Tuesday open from 3pm. Closed Mondays. Ph 525 7678.
NIKAU BAR AND CAFÉ, Pōhara. Open 7 days, 8.30am to late. Bookings ph 03 970 3992.
O’SHA. Open Tuesday-Sunday, lunch 11.30am-2.30pm and dinner 5-8.30pm. Ph 525 6117.
THE MUSSEL INN. Open 7 days from 11am.
THE WHOLEMEAL CAFÉ. Open 7.30am-3pm daily.
TOTO'S CAFÉ PIZZA. Open Saturdays and Sundays, weather permitting, 11am-4pm. Updates on Facebook and Instagram. Ph 03 970 7934, totoscafegallery@gmail.com
UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere
FRIDAY 8 NOVEMBER
BADMINTON, REC PARK CENTRE, 7.30-9.30pm. All welcome. Ph Kerry 027 525 7007.
DJ LKM DANCE NIGHTS, 8 and 22 November. World beats and organic house to get you moving. Fun! From 8pm til late. $5.50 entry. ESSENCE of AROHA AHORA: Being Presence Centre -Possibilities, 90 Commercial Street.
SUNDAY 10 NOVEMBER
DISC GOLF: 6.30pm, Park Ave. All levels welcome, disc hire $2. MONDAY 11 NOVEMBER
WREATH LAYING CEREMONY at the Memorial Park in Commercial St, 11am sharp.
TUESDAY 12 NOVEMBER
GET OUTDOORS WEEK, 12-20 November at Tākaka Memorial Library. Be active in our beautiful country and take a photo while you’re there. Enter your photo into our photo competition and be into win a spot prize.
DISC GOLF: 5.30pm, Park Ave. All levels welcome, disc hire $2.
WEDNESDAY 13 NOVEMBER
O NEKAKA PLAYGROUP, all welcome, Wednesdays 10am12.30pm, Onekaka Hall.
THURSDAY 14 NOVEMBER
DAYTIME BADMINTON, Rec Park Centre, 9-11am. All welcome. Ph Kerry 027 525 7007.
FRIDAY 15 NOVEMBER
TEA 'N TALK, 10.30am, Old School Café Pākawau. Hosted by Rural Women. Everyone welcome. Ph Joyce 524 8364.
BLACK WATER PROJECT JOHN SEARS I BECCA BROWN INDUSTRIAL LIVE GRIM-HOP heavy hip hop for metaL HEADS! $10
TRUTH I ASHEZ
Soulfire in dubz- $20 saturday 14TH DECEMBER Bold n Gay pride party! Redwood
The Mussel Inn Coming Up...
LATER EVENTS
31 JANUARY - 3 FEBRUARY 2025. Lunasa Festival: World music, live bands, Balfolk workshops and ball, Cèilidh and contradance, creative arts workshops, lots more. Non-alcohol, family friendly. Early birds out now. More details, www. luminatefestival.co.nz/lunasa
Mohua Repair Café
Sun 17th Nov 1-4pm
Collingwood
Every Monday night at 7pm: SINGALONG ‘ROUND THE PIANO Craig Denham. All welcome. Sat 9th BRENDA LIDDIARD AND MARK LAURENT. $15 door.
Thu 14th ACID ON THE MICROPHONE - GOLDEN BAY LIVE POETS TURNS 30! $5 door. 7.30pm. All welcome.
Sat 16th JACQUIE BOER & DYLAN HANSENfine folk. $15 door.
Sun 17th MC TALI - live and intimate. $50 tickets @ undertheradar.
Thu 21st QUIZ - 7.30pm. All welcome.
Sat 23rd THE GONE DWANAS & friends - GYPSY PARTY! $15 door.
Wed 27th LA MER - FRENCH CAFE, folk jazz. $20 door.
Sat 30th VIAMI MICE - a tribute to the spirit of the 80’s. $15 tickets @ Eventfinda, $20 door.
Dec 31st NEW YEAR’S EVE with RAW COLLECTIVE + FUNK FIENDS + DELUSIONAL DISCO DRONGOS + DJ SKOPUS. Tix @ undertheradar (limited).
Do you throw food scraps in the rubbish bin? How about saving yourself money, helping others and looking after the planet all for free? Come find out how.
1 Commercial st, Takaka
Rugby Clubrooms Drop-in with your broken goods, have a cup of tea with our volunteers, and save your item from the landfill. Sewing & darning - Crochet & knitting Bike Repairs -Tool sharpening Small Mechanicals - Toys - Repair Advice
NZDA Range, Balck Road, Pupu Valley
$30 per shooter
Enter at Takaka Fuels and Fishing or on the day at the Range
• Open sight .303 rifles only
• No target rifles
• 20 rounds
• Lunch provided
• Range will be open for practice Saturday 9th 10am-2pm For info ring Colin 0210 239 2339 or Doug 027 525 8304 Proceeds to the Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter
MATERNITY DROP-IN CLINIC
Friday 8th november
4:00 Zog & the Flying Doctors, Tabby McTat & Revolting Rhymes (G)
8:00 The Wild Robot (PG) Saturday 9th
4:00 Thelma (M) Encore
8:00 Memoir of a Snail (M) Sunday 10th
4:00 Rise Fly Fishing Film Tour 2024 (Once Only) $22/$18/$15
8:00 Here (M) tueSday 12th
7:30 Member’s Night (Doors open 7pm drinks/nibbles) WedneSday 13th 5:30 Memoir of a Snail (M) Final
Golden Bay
Friday: Northwesterlies freshening about Farewell, lighter winds elsewhere. Rain over the western ranges with occasional rain elsewhere at times.
Saturday: Northwesterlies, fresh about Farewell. Rain, occasionally heavy over the ranges. Wind/rain ease at night.
Sunday: Light winds but westerlies freshening for a time in western areas. Some showers over Kahurangi but fine and cloudy intervals elsewhere.
Monday: Westerlies tending southwest, becoming gusty in exposed areas. The odd shower at first then becoming mainly fine.
Tuesday: Southwesterlies gradually easing. Mainly fine and mild for a time.
COMMUNITY PAIN PROGRAMME
Topics covered:
• Understanding pain
• What influences pain
• Strategies to self-manage
• WorkCentre Trust
• Wednesdays 13, 20th of November, Thursday 28th November, 10am
GOLDEN BAY WEATHER FORECAST
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