“Herein class, this will be a history lesson just like old times, it’s just that there’ll be no chalk thrown today, no dusters, no-one will get the strap.”
So said East Tākaka local Robin Manson addressing guests, past pupils and friends gathered at the 150th Jubilee celebration marking the years since 1874 when East Tākaka School opened. The weekend occasion on 8-9 November was spearheaded by Nancy Ward five months ago, after realising that in 1964 the school had turned 90. A 150th Jubilee committee was soon formed by hall committee members Nancy and Loretta Horton, and past pupils Robin Manson, Brian Sixtus and Paula Miles, to oversee this last
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possible jubilee of the school. In another 50 years there will be no past pupils left to celebrate.
After registration at midday Saturday, the school bell was rung by "Miss" Nancy who then called the roll. Robin Manson introduced proceedings for the weekend and Paula Miles, nee Barnett (the youngest past pupil present), unveiled the plaque.
Paying tribute to local historian Beryl Rogers for her tireless work documenting the district, Robin gave a thoroughly informed account of the school’s history, its grounds, staff, rolls, changes and restorations over the past 150 years. He acknowledged those who were no longer with us and thanked those who had made the effort to attend the jubilee.
“The highlight for me has been the three ‘old timers’ at the front here,” Robin noted. “Two of them haven’t seen each other since 1941. How special is that?”
The three distinguished gentlemen, all from the same class were called to cut the 150th anniversary cake made by Skeet Barnett’s daughter, Paula. At 95, Skeet still lives in East Tākaka while Lindsey Sparrow from Levin and Bernie Lewis from Nelson, (both 96), arrived with family members. All still with excellent memories, they each spontaneously took the microphone to share personal memories as pupils at the school during the mid 1930s and early 40s. Bernie, who became a highly decorated...
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Rural communities, such as Golden Bay, are facing a significant downgrade in postal services.
NZ Post is proposing to reduce its obligations specified under the Deed of Understanding "contract" it has with the Government. The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) is consulting on the proposed changes, but time is tight – the deadline for public submissions is 10 December.
The key changes outlined in MBIE’s consultation are as follows:
• Reducing minimum delivery frequency in urban areas to two days a week and in rural areas to three days per week.
• Reducing the minimum number of postal outlets from 880 to 500 – and possibly down to 400.
Delivering to cluster and community boxes rather than individual boxes for new addresses.
Converting existing delivery points, ie individual boxes, into communal points at a rate of up to five per cent per year.
The proposals have been met with condemnation by several national organisations including the Postal Workers Union, Rural Women New Zealand (RWNZ) and Grey Power New Zealand.
The cut-backs come at a time when mail volume continues to decline; compared to 20 years ago, New Zealanders currently send around 813 million fewer mail items, and this is expected to further decline to around 100 million items by 2028.
But critics say it’s not all about the numbers.
In a recent statement RWNZ said it was “stunned” by the proposal and very concerned about the potential impact on rural families, communities and businesses, especially since rural areas often suffer from poor digital connectivity.
“These proposals will disproportionately impact rural communities, as well as the...
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A Victorian gathering: from left, Jamie and Andrea Ward, Noel and Carolyn Baigent, at the East Tākaka School's 150th Jubilee. Photo: Anita Peters.
Des and the art of motorcycle writing
RONNIE SHORT
Des Molloy recently released his fifth book of motorcycling adventures, to an appreciative audience at Molly B’s in Pōhara. The Big Sit tells tales of traversing 28,000km throughout Australia on Penelope, his much-loved single-cylinder 1965 645cc Panther Model 120.
This is Des’s third book featuring Penelope, and also their fifth continent trounced. Beginning in 2016, the pair arrived in Melbourne to welcome in a grandchild, before heading to the Australian Panther Register’s Rally on South Australia’s Fleurieu Peninsular. Completing a looped route on that trip, Des left Penelope tucked away between successive return visits, encompassing different routes each time. In 2022, after he circumnavigated the continent and Tasmania, Des returned home having completed his mission. Having accomplished her final big ride, Penelope was shipped back at the end of January 2023.
“There’s no more money and there’s no more time,” says Des.
Fifty years ago, Des purchased Penelope in London “in bits”. The box actually contained two Panther’s parts, the second became Samantha. With brother Roly riding Samantha, Des and Steph (now his wife) on Penelope, and team mate Lawrie on Bessie (a pre-war BSA), they rode from New Orleans to Buenos Aires.
Des’s 2019 book, No One Said It Would Be Easy recounts that epic escapade. Eight passages written “as and when they happened” were published in the Panther Owner’s Club magazine and later incorporated into the book. Letters and postcards Des had written home to his mother were also expanded and included.
Written in 2006, The Last Hurrah covers the 2005 threemonth odyssey from Beijing to Arnhem, with good mate Dick Huurdeman (now deceased). Des’s son Stephen travelled as pillion, and filmed the intrepid adventure. Together with Peter and Betsy Blasdale’s production of Zen And The Last Hurrah , the movies are available to stream from Des’s website (below) at $5 each.
In addition to the abovementioned autobiographical accounts, is The Ernie Diaries, hailed as a “must read” and “heartily recommended” by Traverse (Australia) and Kiwi Rider magazines.
Des’s books can be purchased at Tukurua Living Arts Gallery or online from www.kahukupublishing.com
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New guide to region's birdlife
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The Ornithological Society of New Zealand's Nelson Tasman branch has donated the book Birds of the Nelson Tasman Region to the Tākaka library. Publication of the new guide to the region's birdlife was made possible by a grant from the Society's National Office and generous sponsorship from the Nelson Tasman branch of Forest & Bird.
The book, written by Peter Field (pictured right), is a major update of the earlier version published 35 years ago.
Featured in the book is Golden Bay's Taupata bird hide, described as having "a good diversity of species, as well as some notable rarities – the only Japanese Snipe ever to be recorded in the region".
Des Molloy with his beloved motorcycle, Penelope in front of a world map marking out his world travels. Photo: Ronnie Short.
Postal service cuts
... elderly and those with health issues and disabilities, who will be forced to wait longer and travel greater distances to do basic things like clear their post box, send a letter or pay a bill.”
President of RW Bainham branch Carolyn McLellan provided a local perspective on postal services. “We are currently receiving mail in our box at the gate three times a week and we can live with this as we do appreciate the mail volume nationwide has reduced.”
Carolyn says some mail, however, remains critically important. “While actual letter mail has decreased, due to email and internet invoicing and payments, vital services like prescriptions and grocery deliveries for those unwell or unable to travel are still vital. Online shopping, whether farm items or personal, has increased exponentially, and deliveries of these goods is important for us in the rural areas, and there may be safety issues with having so many parcels left at a central collection point.”
But her greatest concern is about the planned closure of postal outlets. “We rely on Collingwood to buy our postal bags, boxes, and stamps, and to arrange courier deliveries for outgoing items,” explains Carolyn. “Golden Bay is a remote area… and people travel up to one-and-a-half hours in some cases just to get to Collingwood. We cannot lose this very vital outlet. Although we have a postal outlet in Tākaka, weather and road conditions can make the SH60 impassable to ordinary traffic so we must retain a postal outlet in Collingwood.”
RWNZ also highlights this issue. “NZ Post needs to be upfront with New Zealanders about the post outlets it plans on closing. The consultation document says rural communities will not be disproportionately affected, but there is no detail on where services will be cut.”
As well as questioning the content of the proposal, RWNZ is highly critical of MBIE’s process. “We are also concerned the consultation is being run online only, with no face-to-face community engagement and a short six-week consultation window. This will make it difficult for rural people to have their say.”
This suggests MBIE is non-compliant with its own Rural Proofing Guide for policy development and service delivery planning, which stipulates that: consultation meetings and hui should be held in rural areas; there should be easy-tounderstand printed copies of documents targeted to relevant demographics and languages; and the process should not rely on people looking up information on the internet.
Grey Power NZ Federation is equally scathing of the proposals and the effect on its members. “NZ Post have cut back on their postal outlets, put postage costs up, and already have a reduced mailbox delivery service,” says national president, Gayle Chambers. “It won’t be long before home delivery is abolished and we have to go to a ‘collection’ point to receive mail. For many seniors, mail delivered to their letterbox is a critical way of communicating and staying in touch with the outside world. They may not have the ability to collect their mail from the suggested ‘collection’ point.”
In a recent radio interview, Postal Workers Union president John Maynard hinted at the possibility of NZ Post’s hidden agenda. "Putting the letterboxes in clusters makes it easier for the company to sack all the posties and have the mail delivered by vans which wouldn't have to stop at your house, they'd put your mail at the end of the street."
While there are calls for the details of the proposal to be clarified, and for the consultation period to be extended, RWNZ is appealing to MBIE to rethink its plans. “Our rural communities play a vital role in New Zealand’s economy and deserve better – especially from a State-Owned Enterprise, which should include a large element of social responsibility.”
In the meantime, RWNZ is urging the public to have their say. “We strongly encourage rural communities to submit on this issue and let the Government know the proposals go too far and need to be scaled back.”
To make a submission, go to: https://www.mbie.govt.nz/ about/news/have-your-say-on-changes-to-nz-posts-mailservice-obligations
Or phone 0800 20 90 20 for a pack. Submissions close on Tuesday 10 December. Continued from page 1
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NBS Tinbum Triathlon returns
Calling all Golden Bay athletes, sponsors, and volunteers! The NBS Tinbum Triathlon returns on Sunday 2 March 2025, kicking off at midday from the Pōhara Top 10 Holiday Park.
To ensure the success of this much-loved event, we’re seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help our committee with organisations and execution on the day. We’re also calling for generous sponsors and spot prize donations. If you’re passionate about sports, fitness, and community
engagement, we’d love to have you on board.
This iconic local event invites athletes of all levels to take on a fun and exciting summer challenge. Participants will navigate a unique course featuring a sea swim, a mountain bike ride, and a beach run. It’s the perfect opportunity to push your limits and compete prizes - including two 1oz gold coins for the fastest Golden Bay youths.
Up for grabs will be trophies for the fastest business house team and family team, as well as our exciting new Sports Code Trophy for teams of two or three. Not only will you vie for glory as the best sports club in the Bay, but you’ll also have fun competing with your teammates.
If you’re keen join us in making the Tinbum Triathlon a memorable event for the Golden Bay community, email us at gbtinbum@gmail.com.
Details can be found at www.goldenbaytinbum.blogspot. com, and for event updates check out our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/tinbumtriathlon.
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Given her deafening silence I must assume that Heather Smith doesn't know how she knows that her scallop is 20 million years old. (GBW, 11/10)
Now Heather, please don't take this personally but you opened yourself up with your 20 million year claim so I'm using you as a conduit. I'm actually attacking the whole paradigm – not 20 million years but 13.28 billion years. (The current ludicrously fine-tuned claim for the age of the universe.)
Perhaps then, one of the conchology worthies would be courageous enough to attempt to explain to me just how they know that Heather's scallop and David's [Attenborough] ammonite are 20 million and 150 million years old respectively. Larry Petterson
Treaty bill is ACT's opening play
The wording of the proposed Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi Bill from the ACT party has now been revealed. The strategy behind it is becoming clearer. If all parties do what they say they would, the Bill will never become an Act of Parliament. It would, however, have done its job, which is to set the stage for a referendum on the ACT Treaty Principles. Unlike the rhetoric the bill does not say it is removing “race-based law”. It doesn’t because the treaty was never race-based. The chiefs that signed were the political leaders of the tribes and the British Crown sought out 550 of them to sign – it was a treaty between nations. Treaty settlements are largely with iwi or hapu, but not with Māori as a race. There are some exceptions like those such as Te Reo Māori settlement.
The bill cleverly avoids “sovereignty” and recognises that what was ceded by the tribes was kawanatanga or governance. Tino rangatiratanga however is limited to rights only when they are specified in treaty settlements. That would exclude broader claims related to the environment such as Waikoropupū and say climate change policy and so many other things. Treaty settlements were negotiated were limited in scope.
It also sets out what a referendum on the treaty principles would say.
It is not an inspiring bill and lacks any real constitutional gravitas, but it is simply the opening act.
Morris Te Whiti Love Key in lockstep with Trump
I see that, as well as the dictators Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un, John Key is also an ardent Trump supporter.
Fine political company indeed.
One wonders if it's the blatant lies, the persistent fraud or the decades of tax dodging that Mr Key finds the most attractive? Or maybe it's Trump's alleged wealth, rugged good looks, and orange appearance?
One supposes that once Trump's America has abandoned the Ukrainians to the tender mercies of Vladimir Putin and the compulsory "re-settlement of the Ukrainians" (to mass graves?)
Makes me proud to have never voted for him. Viva la Revolution!
Mark Doyle
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Mental health: horses for causes
A humble ceremony took place last week attended by Elmo the miniature horse and Forrester the Shetland pony, on behalf of a fundraising event for the benefit of Te Whare Mahana, Community Mental Health. The infamous pair, who had been at the hospital during the morning bringing joy to the elderly residents, were on what their minders called “double duty”. In the afternoon they represented the September fundraising initiative organised by Baerbel Hack and Kris Russell from Hack ‘n Stay, who had combined the 10th anniversary of Hack Farm with their eighth Ride of Hope. This is an event acknowledging that suicide prevention starts with a sense of hope. Both Baerbel and Kris were united by their resolve in 2017 to make a difference after they lost a fellow member of the Golden Valley Riding Group to suicide, and tragically, yet another since then.
For the past seven years Hack Farm has hosted various versions of fundraisers for this heartfelt cause promoting awareness of mental health and suicide.
“This year became a bigger event,” said Baerbel. “Engaging with the community helped socialising and integrating, and talking about issues that are not always so nice but can still open channels. The social workers here caught our attention through 'Help the Family’, from that lady who died, so wonderfully guiding her daughters through their grief. These people deserve a coffee, whatever they need, all year round.”
On the day of the combined Hack Farm 10th anniversary and the Ride of Hope, the farm had around 200 visitors. Horse riding, vaulting displays, pony rides and games were played
during the day. Next year Baerbel hopes to do more medieval themed horse games, like jousting.
New manager at Te Whare Mahana Maud Molloy thanked Baerbel and Kris for their significant contribution to the cause.
“Because of you we can do better work. This is a really good occasion to talk about raising mental health awareness as well, so that people in the community know that they can reach out and come and visit together, even with ponies. Sometimes even touching a horse can make a difference, I’m really a fan of horse therapy,” she said.
Suicide rates in rural areas of New Zealand, including Golden Bay, remain a pressing concern. The event served as a reminder that mental health support is available and no one needs to face their struggles alone.
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Kris Russell (second left) with Baerbel Hack (second right), Elmo (front) and Forrester with staff at Te Whare Mahana. Photo: Anita Peters.
GBCH kitchen garden transition
On 25 October Golden Bay Community Health (GBCH) staff held an afternoon tea to thank Sue Shotton for nurturing the kitchen garden project, which has now been adopted by GBCH. A group of around 20 people came to celebrate Sue’s leadership of the garden project.
GBCH general manager Ruth Robson honoured Sue (and her support group) who managed the organic vegetable garden for the hospital. “On behalf of GBCH we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your generous dedication and time setting up and running this project. Your contribution has made a positive impact on the residents, providing fresh and nutritious produce over the past ten years.”
Linda Sanders on behalf of the GBCH Te Hauora o Mohua Trust also thanked Sue for her hard work, passion and enthusiasm. “Golden Bay is lucky to have people like you who put their hands up time and again to help out with projects like this that make our community healthier, richer and more connected”.
After further acknowledgements by others attending Sue spoke.
“Thanks to Sally, Ruth and Alexia Russell for arranging this gathering. I know I have been central to this project but I want to see this time as a thank you to everyone who has been involved over the past ten years,” said Sue.
The project was made possible due to the final funds from the GB Organic Employment & Education Trust after it sold the Golden Bay Organic Shop. “The original kitchen garden team of Sue McClaren, Chip Williams, Peter Finn, Sol Morgan and myself developed a plan for the project. Later Hess Williams, Alexia and Mike Scott joined the group,” explained Sue.
Many people were involved in the initial set up. Peter designed the garden layout which included nine raised beds oriented north to south. Paul McGurk was contracted to build the original infrastructure of wooden beds, irrigation system and the rock wall which supports the citrus bushes. Merv Solly generously donated compost, soil tests, minerals and path material. Sol helped establish the organic production systems. Reinhart Joechle donated a beautifully crafted garden shed he made from his own timber. Tools, irrigation, cloches, materials and ongoing support were gifted by the Rural Service Centre. Regular working bees with the kitchen garden group and other volunteers kept the surrounding gardens well maintained.
“It was originally established as a model kitchen garden with a wide range of crops grown for the kitchen,” said Sue. Katrina Thoma-Koch was the longest-serving garden manager working two mornings a week for over four years. “Katrina established the productive organic rhythm of the garden with her care and attention,” said Sue. “We even won first prize at the A&P Show with our basket of veggies.” Debbie Jones took over from
Now the time has come to pass the management of the kitchen garden over to GBCH. Kitchen manager Sally Howell complimented Sue on the transition. “You have made it very easy to take over the work you have created, thank you Sue.” The kitchen staff now manage the garden, focusing on the smaller range of fresh produce that the kitchen needs. A recent purchase of six more raised beds will expand what can be grown. Ruth explained that although the garden won’t be as organic as before or have as much crop diversity, she reassured the group that it will be spray free and will follow organic principles where possible.
“GBCH is a unique project, owned and run by the community,” said Linda. The group agreed that no other health centre project
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Sue Shotton receiving a gift of a trug and flowers from GBCH general manager Ruth Robson.
GB Community Health's kitchen garden farewell of Sue Shotton (centre) amongst the new raised beds. Photos: Sol Morgan.
Travellers embark on new journey
Kiwis are once again heading overseas in large numbers.
According to recent data, overseas travel has recovered to pre-covid times with over three million New Zealand resident traveller departures in the year ended June 2024. This compares with the low figure of 184,000 recorded for 2021.
Although travellers can, and do, make their own arrangements, many see the benefits of using a travel agent, which include getting a holiday back on track when things go wrong, and accessing better deals than most people can find on their own.
Silvana Gottini is one such agent who, over the years, has arranged countless overseas trips for Golden Bay clients. Together with her husband Malcolm Rau, Silvana now owns the business where she has been a long-term staff member after acquiring World Travellers Motueka earlier this month.
The new boss and her team are avid travellers themselves and regularly escort groups to unique destinations around the world, encouraging Kiwis to get out and explore. “We relish taking our clients on tours to experience the world from a new viewpoint,” says Silvana. “From a bike tour in Asia, to a walking tour in Europe, or discovering the wilds of Madagascar.”
Along with curating personal experiences, Silvana also offers group travel for local clubs, community groups and schools, tailored to specific interests – such as a cycling adventure, a gardening tour, a walking journey, ski tour, a wellness retreat or school trip. “Gather a group and let the team handle the rest,”
says Silvana. “It’s their specialty and passion.”
Their team recently scooped several industry accolades at the World Travellers National Conference earlier this month when the Motueka operation won Top Store for sales, Top Corporate Consultant and Top Air New Zealand sales.
Silvana invites any would-be travellers to get in touch. “If you’re itching to explore new destinations, go on a cruise, discover a unique experience or simply want to chat about travel, stop by. With the team’s travel expertise, your next adventure is just around the corner.”
World Travellers Motueka is at 218 High Street, Motueka. Phone 03 528 1550, email info@wtmot.co.nz or see www. wtmot.co.nz
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Living Wood Fair
The Living Wood Fair is a unique, all ages community event exploring every aspect of wood, from growing trees and biodiverse forests to sustainable harvesting, milling, crafting and building. The two-day fair offers workshops with hands-on skills crafting natural materials, and endless opportunities for knowledge sharing, including innovative sustainable practices in forestry and building. Workshops, talks and industry forums run alongside a dedicated kids zone, live music, demonstrations, an arts and crafts market, information stalls and kai vendors. There is something for all, including camping with basic amenities available nearby.
After a four year absence, the next Living Wood Fair (LWF) is scheduled for 12-13 April 2025. As an incorporated society and non-profit entity, it has previously been supported with funding from Te Uru Rākau, NZ Forest Service, Creative New Zealand, Tasman District Council and other sponsors, to make the event more accessible to everyone.
“This time, funding through these routes has not been available. Our usual supporters are not able to back us financially,” says co-founder Liv Scott.
However, this innovative event is driven by an enthusiastic team and many supporters who believe in the kaupapa and are keen to gauge community support for the 2025 Living Wood Fair through a crowd-funding campaign with a target of $60,000 on PledgeMe. This would be the minimum amount required to pay suppliers and for basic production, administration and marketing costs.
“Workshop facilitators and musicians will get minimum payments for their arts, while the organisational team, who put countless hours into making the event happen, will not receive any financial exchange,” adds Liv.
Supporters can either pre-purchase tickets, buy a t-shirt, donate cash or pledge for special activities and initiatives.
“A variety of ticket bundles will be available, including a one-day ticket and weekend pass with or without t-shirts,” she explains. “This year we have a few additions to the usual offerings including weekend camping and evening music with a night market on Saturday night.”
Preparation for the 2025 LWF is already underway in anticipation of a positive response. “Please show your support by pre-buying tickets and/or purchasing a special experience via this PledgeMe crowdfunding campaign,” Liv urges. “Without your help, we can’t move forward.”
Ticket categories: Weekend ticket, day ticket, youth ticket or weekend ticket plus camping. Children under 14 are free. Contact Liv Scott: Ph 022 087 6396 or email: livingwoodfair@gmail.com
Silvana Gottini (seated) pictured with her team at World Travellers. Photo: Supplied.
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... WW2 test pilot, spoke about the water they drank at school. “It used to come straight off the roof with the red lead paint, and the starlings and sparrows all built their nests underneath the corrugated iron; it all ran down into two tanks out there. And we’re still going. And we’ve all lived very well.”
This memory prompted Lindsey to relay the tragedy of "Mac" the grader driver who often gave kids a ride home from school. Mac’s new grader went over the bank not far from the Sparrow homestead, lodging itself in the rocks overhanging the river. He sadly died two days later. ”All of us kids were affected by that.”
September 3 1939 was another vivid memory, when the pupils were called over to the teacher’s house for an important radio announcement. Great Britain had declared war on Germany and New Zealand was suddenly at war.
Skeet recalled his first flight in a tiger moth with his lifelong friend Bernie, who at 18 years old, had just got his license. They flew from Puramahoi over the Tākaka Valley, to Tata and back. “It was such a thrill. I was so excited I couldn’t sleep for a week.“
Other memories were ignited over the day; the horror of the"murder house", the thrill of the annual school picnic to the beach, sports days at the showgrounds, the day that Lindsey stabbed Bernie in the foot digging potatoes; stories that will continue to bubble up long after this weekend.
At 2pm, a "rolling" high afternoon tea was served after Robin concluded his history and class photographs were taken. The afternoon wound up around 4pm when all except the Jubilee Committee dispersed to motels and campervans or returned home.
On Sunday a morning service at the historic East Tākaka Church next door was conducted by Joyce Wyllie, attended by some in period costume. Local writer and historian Jane Sparrow gave a stirring visual account of life as it was during the founding of the community. Afterwards, some attendees wandered the churchyard, others were driven back to the hall for the closing function by Les Clarke, who was acting chauffeur for Baigent’s vintage 1955 Chrysler. It was a fitting end to a
weekend honouring the building.
The school was once the heart of the small thriving timber milling community. There was also a church, post office, library, flour mill, creamery, sportsground and even a railway. Today all that remains of the early village is the church and school building, which after consolidating with Central Tākaka School in 1964 became a community hall, maintained and authentically restored to its original condition.. Over all those years both as school and hall, it has always been the"‘go to" place for every community event or function, linking generations and traditions. As Joyce Wyllie said in her church service address: “The celebration of 150 years is a great time where past, present and future have all come together.”
From left, classmates Skeet Barnett, aged 95; Lindsey Sparrow, 96 and Bernie Lewis, 96 cut the 150th jubilee cake made by Skeet's daughter and youngest past pupil Paula Miles. Photos: Anita Peters.
"Miss" Nancy rang the bell and took the roll call.
Youngest past pupil Paula Miles, nee Barnett, unveils the plaque.
Joyce Wyllie conducted the service on Sunday morning in the church next door to the old school building.
East Tākaka Hall committee ladies serving lunch.
Tākaka and Collingwood commemorate
Bay Art People’s Choice Award: a vote for humanity
RONNIE SHORT
Golden Bay Arts People’s Choice Award went to Ute Schroder this year, for her textile piece entitled Humanity. The artist says it is actually a plea to humanity.
Featuring holes Ute embroidered with red onto hand-dyed cloth, the threads spill downward, unimpeded due to no bottom framing, pooling on the floor around a pair of small sandals.
Ute began working on the artwork in January, firstly teaching herself how to embroider holes, which she stitched into fabric she dyed herself. She found that the piece “made itself through me really”. Originally Humanity bore a subtitle, For Hind Rajab, to whom Ute dedicates the artwork.
Accompanying Humanity a passage states: “On January 29, 6-year old Hind Rajab from Gaza was travelling in a car with her family… to escape the invading forces. Their car came under fire and all but Hind were killed. For three hours… Hind talked to emergency services, pleading for help. She was killed while on the phone… The car was riddled with 335 bullet holes.”
Humanity literally stopped observers in their tracks at the Bay Art exhibition. As one said, “I found myself not able to move, I couldn’t leave that wee pair of sandals… How could I walk away? I couldn’t, so I stood.”
A fellow artist shared, “I liked how the craft of thread was used… delicate and intimate that juxtaposed with the horrors and brutality of the subject. Because it’s small and domestic in scale it draws you in. It’s only when you look down that the true horror is revealed.”
Ute is adamant that all children, everywhere, regardless of race or religion should be protected - always.
“It’s the greatest crime of the twenty-first century. I am filled with despair over what’s going on in Gaza. No child should ever experience this – ever. It’s the biggest cohort of paediatric amputees in modern history, around 17,000 children killed already.”
Profoundly impacted upon viewing the installation, people have approached Ute to hug her and cry. She says, “Having people choose and vote for Humanity has made people
aware… made people talk, and that’s probably more than you can wish for from a piece of art. All children are our children.” Ute is one of six artists in the Paper
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which includes Hesta Macready who won the Professional Artist’s prize for her 3D
leaf.
Curtains and Blinds
People's Choice art installation by Ute Schorder entitled Humanity is the artist's plea to humanity. Photo: Supplied.
Winner of this year's Bay Art People's Choice Award, Ute Schroder.
Photo: Ronnie Short.
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On Monday at 11am, Remembrance Day commemorations were held in Tākaka and Collingwood.
At Tākaka's Memorial Park, president of Golden Bay RSA Noel Baigent (above centre) led the service which was attended by around 60 people including groups from Golden Kids Tākaka and Tākaka Primary School, plus two representatives of the Tākaka Mounted Rifles. Photo: Charlotte Richards.
In Collingwood a small group gathered at the Cenotaph. President of Collingwood RSA Paddy Gillooly began the commemoration with a minute's silence before reading out the names of Collingwood's 57 fallen while Collingwood Area School students attached poppies, representing each life lost, to white crosses. Bugler Mike Prystie (pictured above) played The Last Post and Reveille. Photo: Jo Richards.
Fast-track report back-tracks
JO RICHARDS
The recent publication of the Select Committee report on the Government’s Fast-track Approvals Bill represents a major milestone in the passage of the legislation through parliament. But it also raises concerns about gaps and inconsistencies in the Government’s communications concerning the status of hundreds of applications already received
On 2 August, the Government’s Advisory Group released its report which listed 199 "shovel-ready" projects in Schedule 2A, plus 143 "not shovel-ready" projects in Schedule 2B. Siren Gold’s application to mine at Sam’s Creek was on the latter list and one of 45 Schedule 2B projects designated a “High Priority” which means they could be easily fast-tracked by the Government’s Expert Panel at a later date.
This information was not included in the Government’s media release of 6 October which stated: “The 149 projects chosen by Cabinet to be listed in the Bill will be listed in Schedule 2 of the Bill once the Bill is reported back from the Environment Committee in mid-October.“The Government went on to explain a change in the categorisation of projects. “Because of the unprecedented level of interest in this process, it became clear that so many projects were suitable for 2A that having a separate list for Schedule 2B became unnecessary, so it will be deleted from the Bill.”
On 18 October, the Government released the Environment Select Committee’s report which made recommendations for changes to the Bill based on its scrutiny of the legislation and the 27,000 submissions made during the consultation period.
One of the noticeable anomalies was the reappearance of both Schedule A and Schedule B which had seemingly been reinstated to the Bill, meaning Siren Gold’s application was back on approved list, along with many other projects.
The outcome from the Select Committee process has come under severe criticism from a number of bodies, including Greenpeace, who responded to the report by stating the Bill remains “one of the most damaging pieces of legislation in living memory, and the changes announced today in the select committee report-back do nothing to change that”.
Both Greenpeace and the Labour Party specifically criticised the Bill’s supremacy over Water Conservation Orders. In its “differing view”, provided in the report, the Labour Party pointed out the potential risk to vulnerable water resources posed by the legislation: “…there are no requirements in this bill for consistency with a Water Conservation Order. Communities that have taken the time to apply for an order, such as for Te Waikoropupū Springs, are concerned that all their work will be undone.”
Consequently, under the Fast-track Approvals Bill as it now stands, there is no special protection for Tākaka’s Arthur Marble Aquifer or Te Waikoropupū Springs, something that, combined with the “High Priority” status of Siren Gold’s application, concerns local campaigners. “Not only can the WCO be overridden, but the Sam’s Creek mine has been sneaked into Schedule 2B of the Fast Track Bill,” says Julie Downard of Sam’s Creek Collective. “We should be very worried.”
Commercial Street closures
RICHARDS
The resurfacing of Commercial Street in Tākaka begins this Sunday evening.
The work schedule means SH60 will be closed to all traffic between Meihana Street and Motupipi Street from 7pm to 6.30am for 10 nights from 17 to 28 November. No work will be done on Friday 22, or Saturday 23 November.
During the night closures, a detour will be in place via Meihana Street and Motupipi Street.
Once asphalting is complete, road markings will be reinstated under night works with stop/go controls and a 30kmph speed limit.
The Price of Milk returns
RICHARDS
A well-loved Golden Bay variety show is being revived for one-night only later this month.
“The Price of Milk”, which was “a thing” back in the noughties, returns to the Village Theatre after a 20-year absence as a fundraiser, with all proceeds donated to Tākaka’s iconic picture house.
Event organiser Nick Feint explains the format. “It’s a whole bunch of different acts with 10-minute slots and should be lots of fun.”
Variety is certainly apparent in the line-up, which includes musical acts KiwiJam, Ella Keita and Nick Feint, stand-up comedian Mike Kennedy, poet Mark Raffills, storyteller Aralyn Doiron, plus some improv theatre.
While the programme is already pretty full, Nick says there’s still space for a couple of additional acts and suggests that anyone interested in performing should get in touch with him via email.
The Price of Milk is at The Village Theatre on Friday 29 November at 8pm. Tickets $22, available online at Village Theatre website: https://www.villagetheatre.org.nz/ For more information or to sign up to perform, contact Nick Feint at: https://stonearrow.co.nz/
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RESULTS
BRIDGE
6 November. Championship Pairs Session 10. N/S: P Panzeri/J Pemberton 58%; P Nelson/J Edmondson 51%; L Roberts/P Smith 50%. E/W: A Gray/C Webster 58.50%; B Burdett/J Cooper 56.50%; H Curtis/J Harper 49.50%. H/cap: P Panzeri/J Pemberton 56.04%; P Nelson/J Edmondson 50.28%; L Roberts/P Smith 47.14%. E/W: A Gray/C Webster 61.82%; B Burdett/J Cooper 52.20%; G Hope/C Christiansen 51.35%. 8 November. Friday Champs Session 12. E Bradshaw/L Scurr 59.24%; C Furness/D McDonald 53.41%; A Foreman/D Sarll 50.54%. H/cap: C Furness/D McDonald 56.73%; E Bradshaw/L Scurr 55.91%; P Jayne/G Hope 54.30%.
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.
THE Mohua Social Services Charitable Trust AGM will be held on Monday 9 December 2024, 5pm, at GB Community Centre, 88 Commercial Street, Tākaka. RSVPs for catering appreciated or email apologies to manager@mohuasocialservices.org.nz We welcome everyone to attend.
PUBLIC NOTICES / Pānui a whānui
HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora 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.
Tākaka Library
Barker 021 928 455.
TRANSMISSIONS of Light with Vicki Lawson. Deep
60TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
RECENT AGM / Hui ā tau - Nō nā tata nei
ORGANISATIONS may have their committee members’ names printed in this column for free. Email admin@gbweekly.co.nz
PUBLIC NOTICES / Pānui a whānui
LEARN to fly with Golden Bay Flying Club. Email: zktkagbfc@ gmail.com
NELSON Hearing Association clinic will be held at GB Community Health on Thursday 21 November, 1-3pm. Aids can be checked and cleaned, advice given, supplies sold and ears checked for wax. Open to members (free) and nonmembers ($10). Home visits can be arranged. Ph or message for appointment with M Barker 021 928 455.
NARCOTICS Anonymous Golden Bay meeting, Mondays 6pm, 42 Commercial Street, hall behind church. All welcome. GB Animal Welfare Society Inc (ex-SPCA). Ph Carol Wells 525 9494, 8am-5pm weekdays.
ALCOHOLICS Anonymous, open meeting, all welcome. Thursdays 7pm, 94 Commercial Street. Hall behind the Catholic Church. Ph 0800 229 6757.
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
FRESH FM needs your help. Are you willing to host a fundraising event to support local radio? Or help run one? Check out our
HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora
APOTHECARY, medical herbalist, iridology, reflexology, reiki. Lisa Williams, ph 027 451 9797, www.goldenbayiridology.com MASSAGE. Ph Willem 022 134 1726.
MASSAGE AND REIKI. Emma Sutherland (Ameliorate). First one-hour treatment - $45 for GB locals. www.ameliorate.nz. Ph 027 487 2639. Tākaka and Collingwood. NATURAL Nailcare Studio: High quality, non-toxic nailcare,
/ Biomechanical
TRADES AND SERVICES
/ Mahi a ratonga
Abel Tasman Accounting Limited Xero Certified, Public Practice CA. Taxation services and general business support for clients of all shapes and sizes. Available evenings and weekends. Ph Bronwyn 027 268 4010, bronwyn@abeltasmanaccounting.co.nz
ACCOUNTANT and tax advisor. All Inland Revenue returns filed for big and small businesses and individuals. Self-employed and rental property reports prepared. Day and evening appointments available. Ph Susan Ayton Shaw 929 7507 or email taxayton@gmail.com
ACCOUNTANT. Long-standing market leader with unbeatable professional qualifications and experience. Warn & Associates, ph 525 9919.
ARBORIST, qualified, ph Jack Stevens 021 211 5580.
ARCHITECT services. Building and resource consents. Residential, commercial and industrial. Chris Pyemont Architects, ph 021 0278 4729.
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
MOHUA Glass and Glazing. Ph 027 410 9105, mohuaglass@ gmail.com
PAINTER available, call Borrelli Painting for a free quote. All interior/exterior jobs. Ph Luca 022 086 1842.
PAINTING and interior, exterior plastering. Licensed qualified local tradesman. Ph CM Coatings 027 222 0507.
PENINSULA Plasterers for all your interior plastering needs. No job too small. Quality assured. 20+ years’ experience. For a free quote ph Craig 027 472 4376.
SEPTIC TANKS EMPTIED. Ph Shane 027 647 4913.
SEWING SERVICE, NEEDLES, THREADS, WOOL, BEADS. Stitch ‘n Sew ph 525 8177.
STUMP grinding specialist. Tree care and property maintenance. Ph Carl 027 263 5353.
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.
GARAGE sale, Glenview Road, Saturday 16 November, signs out 9.30am.
WAIMANGA Firewood, old man pine, hot mixes, 4m3 loads. Ph 027 345 4626.
AUTOMOTIVE, marine and deep cycle batteries in stock now at Steve Prince Auto Electrical. Ph 027 616 5211.
NATIVE trees and grasses at TLC Nursery. Big grade trees available and welcoming orders for 2025. Ph 525 6183.
BLINDS, blinds, blinds. Luxaflex, beauty is in the detail. Imagine designs, Tākaka, ph 027 440 0071.
FIREWOOD, good selection. Ph Bay Firewood 027 769 6348.
SMALL quantity of quarter sawn timber, to buy, 150mm x 50mm or 25mm. Walnut, kahikatea, tōtara, matai. Ph Peter 027 525 7006.
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.
LARGE self-contained loft studio unit, Onekaka. Open plan, suit couple or single person. Available now $300/week plus power. Available long term. Txt 027 448 9443.
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.
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.
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. Ph 525 6111.
GOOD AS GOLD CAFÉ, Tākaka. Open Monday-Friday, 7am4pm. Ph 525 8193.
LANGFORD STORE, Bainham. Perfect scones and more. Open Saturday-Thursday, 9am-5pm. Ph 524 8228.
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.
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, 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.
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
FRIDAY 15 NOVEMBER
YOGA WITH KIMMY, 5pm. Koha appreciated. Being Presence Centre – Possibilities, 90 Commercial St. BADMINTON, REC PARK CENTRE, 7.30-9.30pm. All welcome. Ph Kerry 027 525 7007.
SUNDAY 17 NOVEMBER
DISC GOLF: 6.30pm, Park Ave. All levels welcome, disc hire $2. MONDAY 18 NOVEMBER
BOARD GAMING AT THE WORKCENTRE (new location), 5.30pm to 10pm. All ages welcome. Koha. See the Facebook group "Board Gaming in Golden Bay", or ph Karen 022 655 9725.
TUESDAY 19 NOVEMBER
BALFOLK DANCE WORKSHOP. Learn folk dances made new, with live music. 5-6.30pm, Senior Citizens' Hall. Koha appreciated. DISC GOLF: 5.30pm, Park Ave. All levels welcome, disc hire $2. GB WEEKLY DEADLINE: noon on Tuesdays. Late fees apply until 4pm Tuesdays, if space is available. Stitch ‘n Sew is our agent in Tākaka. Or you can email us: admin@gbweekly.co.nz or phone us 027 525 8679.
WEDNESDAY 20 NOVEMBER
O NEKAKA PLAYGROUP, all welcome, Wednesdays 10am12.30pm, Onekaka Hall.
THURSDAY 21 NOVEMBER
DAYTIME BADMINTON, Rec Park Centre, 9-11am. All welcome. Ph Kerry 027 525 7007.
GOLDEN BAY WEATHER FORECAST
Friday: Northerlies easing and southwesterlies developing later. Showers in the west and scattered showers elsewhere at first
Saturday: Southwesterlies, fresh about Farewell, but gradually easing. A few showers in the west, mainly fine elsewhere
Sunday: Light winds with seabreezes for a time. Mainly fine and briefly mild in the afternoon
Monday: Southwesterlies developing in the west with sea breezes for a time in other coastal areas. Fine and mild
Tuesday: Light northerlies apart from sea breezes in coastal areas. Fine and becoming warm inland
LUNASA FESTIVAL 31 JANUARY - 3 FEBRUARY 2025. Get an early bird here www.luminatefestival.co.nz/lunasa
BALFOLK WORKSHOP AND BALL, Saturday 30 November, from 7pm. Live music and folk dances made new. Workshop to learn dances 4–6pm. Potluck 6pm. Join the dances or just enjoy the music and great vibes, all welcome. Koha appreciated. Kotinga Hall.
The Mussel Inn Coming Up...
Sat 16th JACQUIE BOER & DYLAN HANSEN - Fine original folk. $15 door.
Sun 17th MC TALI – Drum ‘n bass diva goes live and intimate. $30 tickets (note new reduced price especially for us!)
Mon 18th SINGALONG ‘ROUND THE PIANO with Craig Denham - 7pm. All welcome.
Thu 21st QUIZ - 7.30pm. All welcome
Sat 23rd THE GONE DWANAS & friends - GYPSY PARTY! $15 door.
Mon 25th SINGALONG ‘ROUND THE PIANO with Craig Denham - 7pm. All welcome.
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. For more details see www.musselinn.co.nz
Mohua Repair Café
Sun 17th Nov 1-4pm
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