Last Sunday from 10am–2pm, a multitude of Golden Bay families attended the second Tamariki Whānau Day held at Tākaka's Rec Park Centre. This year’s event was organised by the Golden Bay Workcentre Trust (GBWCT) team, coordinated by general manager Cait Tomlinson and Heartlands manager Alex Stevens.
Alex agreed the attendance was higher than last year. “It’s just really important to link our community in with the organisations both here and across Tasman,” she said. Indoors, tamariki were well entertained with activities, games, bouncy castles and face painting, by either Tess Windle or Nicki Cottle. Singer Mihihea Rangihika and her DJ brother, Terangihika (TR), provided background boogie for hula hooping enthusiasts, who were assisted by Claire French and Shaki Cain. Drinks and food were sold by the rugby club
from the kitchen alongside the conference centre, where service organisations provided education, information and giveaways from the many stalls.
Family Start, He Matapuna Ora Charitable Trust was offering information about the service, which is provided throughout Golden Bay by Stacy Currin-Steer. Nelson Family Start representative, Sharyn Croft, said the Trust has supported whānau for 24 years. “We go into the whānau and provide whatever support they need,” she said. However, due to current government funding cuts, they are in dire need of generous financial contributions, which can be made via www.familystart-hmot.co.nz.
Tasman District Council representative, Jeni Thornborough, was promoting road safety with Nelson Police. She encouraged people to try the impairment goggles, devised to give an idea of the distorted vision of those under the influence of alcohol or drugs. There were
many giveaways, including road safety games, puzzles, quizzes and charts for children, as well as fluorescent bands, bags and tags for cyclists, runners and other road users.
Parent to Parent regional coordinator, Sarah McLarin, aims to create a presence in Golden Bay. “We partner together with Altogether Autism,” she said. “We are all about connecting parents to parents on a similar journey.” She has lived experience as a mother of a child with autism and is available by phone to connect, inform and support other parents. Sarah intends to host a meet-up group in Golden Bay for whānau with disabled, health-impaired, or neuro-diverse children.
Many other stalls were busy making connections, offering information, examples and free samples, including Golden Bay Community Health, Te Piki Oranga (Māori Wellness Services), Cancer Society, Te Ataarangi...
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Gold execs visit Bay
JO RICHARDS
Two senior directors from the Australian company seeking to mine gold at Sam’s Creek visited Golden Bay recently for closed meetings with selected representatives of the community.
On Friday, 30 August, Siren Gold’s CEO Victor Rajasooriar and technical director Paul Angus held informal discussions with the Golden Bay Community Board (GBCB) before meeting with a group of concerned citizens now known as Sam’s Creek Collective (SCC).
The wider community, including The GB Weekly , was not provided with any prior notice of, or invitation to join, either meeting.
Save Our Springs campaign coordinator Kevin Moran is unhappy about the clandestine approach. “My concern is the optics of the [community board] meeting. It looks really bad that it’s being hidden. That only creates suspicion and distrust in the community. It would have been better if the community board had been open about the meeting and issued a statement following the meeting about what was discussed.”
Commenting on GBCB’s meeting, board chair Abbie Langford said the company directors indicated that “they were very open to having a meeting with the community… They’re saying they are very transparent and doing what’s best for the community and the environment”. According to Abbie, a number of key points emerged from the discussion, including: Siren Gold has a joint venture partner – OceanaGold (18.1 per cent shareholding) – in the Sam’s Creek/ Barrons Flat operation.
• Siren Gold has recently fully divested its gold mining interests at Reefton to RUA Gold.
• Siren Gold expects to lodge an application for a mining permit shortly as its exploratory permit expires on 25 March 2025.
• Siren Gold has no detailed plan in place regarding the mining operation at Sam’s Creek/Barrons Flat.
• The application for a mining permit could potentially be lodged to cover all of Siren Gold’s mining interests in the area (including Barrons Flat). Before that time, the company intends to drill some deeper exploratory holes to test what appear to be particularly encouraging...
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RONNIE SHORT
Comedic cleaning duo Gladys and Beryl with their fluffy wands flicked frivolous, jovial delightness throughout the Tamariki Whānau Day. Photo: Ronnie Short.
GOLD EXECS VISIT
Continued from page 1 ...results in one part of the exploratory area, which may provide evidence that the mineral resource is greater than currently indicated for the project to be deemed viable.
The discussion between Siren Gold’s directors and Sam’s Creek Collective was “civil, friendly and courteous,” according to Teri Sawers, one of four group members who attended the meeting. “The meeting gave us the opportunity to introduce ourselves, have a constructive first discussion, share concerns and ask some initial questions.”
Given the uncertainty around the proposed project, the directors were not currently in a position to provide any details about the possible mining operation. “They weren’t able to answer some questions at this time given that plans aren’t advanced enough,” said Teri.
Despite the unanswered questions, Teri said SCC was pleased to have the opportunity to discuss its concerns with Siren Gold. “We appreciated the meeting and opportunity to establish a channel for further communication, while communicating that there are serious community concerns about the mine proposals, particularly relating to mining waste safety measures and the potential risk to our water.”
The mining company directors envisage more such meetings, said Teri. “Siren said they would be fully engaging with the community during future visits, including with the Community Board, Tasman District Council, other groups such as ours, and public forums.”
The discussions in Golden Bay followed a meeting on 28 August between Siren Gold, TDC staff, and key regulatory agencies. The meeting was organised by New Zealand Petroleum and Minerals, in accordance with Section 33D of the Crown Minerals Act, to discuss progress with exploratory permits for Sam’s Creek and Barrons Flat.
Regarding the Government’s progress with its Fast-track Approvals Bill, the Select Committee is due to report back to the House on 18 October. Until then, it is not known whether Siren Gold’s application will be processed under that bespoke legislation. But in any case, the company expects to have to follow the established procedures set out in the Resource Management Act.
In the meantime, SCC is building its campaign and raising funds to protect the ecology and water resources of the Tākaka Valley and its catchment. The group has created a website where people can find out more about the proposed mine and join the SCC mailing list. For more information go to: https://samscreek.nz/ https://www.sirengold.com.au/site/content/
Councillors vote to retain Māori ward
SUBMITTED
At a special meeting held last week Tasman District Council voted to retain its Māori ward.
Driven by the 6 September deadline imposed by the coalition government, the Council has decided to retain the Māori ward for the 2025 election.
In doing so, the Council will also be holding a binding referendum to decide the future of the ward for the 2028 and 2031 local government elections.
The referendum, estimated to cost up to $55,000, will be held at the same time voters are choosing their elected members in 2025.
Even if the results of the binding referendum do not support the Māori ward, the Council will still have a Māori ward in the next triennium.
There is no extra cost to ratepayers in having an additional councillor as the remuneration pool, determined independently, does not recognise the number of councillors. That pool will
be divided amongst those voted in to represent the interests of the district.
The current representation review will continue to determine the ward boundaries, the number of councillors and the inclusion of community boards.
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Siren Gold's CEO Victor Rajasooriar spotted in the Wholemeal Café on his recent visit to Golden Bay. Photo: Supplied.
Serious fun at Whānau Day
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Outside, Cheryl Elsey enjoyed brisk business from her Goodness-2-Go coffee cart, while free sausages (donated by FreshChoice) were sizzled by the Lions Club and other volunteers. A highlight for many youngsters was getting in amongst chooks and guinea pigs in Kayla’s Pet Zone. Emergency services were represented by St John Ambulance and Tākaka Fire Brigade. Te Kotahi o Te Tauihi Charitable Trust were sited under a gazebo, educating people about being prepared for emergencies.
Accolades for the well-run community event must go to the GBWCT team, who spent hours networking, coordinating, setting up and volunteering to make Whānau Tamariki Day an informative, fun-filled, family affair.
Cait concluded, “Putting on community events is so much fun. I also think it is really important that we continue to offer free events like this for the community so everyone has the chance to participate. It was a great day, thanks to everyone who came along and contributed.”
You can contact Parent to Parent for support and resources as a parent with experiences with disability. Phone Nelson co-ordinator Sarah McLarin on 020 4010 9478 for more information.
Atlas Lawrence with his Dad Grant by his favourite thing at Tamariki Whānau Day - "The fire truck – and I had a look in it and they let me hop in...I like the hoses and the siren and the ladder," said Atlas, who wants to be a firefighter when he grows up.
Children enjoyed getting in amongst the pets in Kayla's Pet Zone as parents kept an eye while enjoying catching up. Photos: Ronnie Short.
Te Kotahi o Te Tauihi were very informative about how to prepare in the event of an emergency.
HEALTH HAPPENINGS AT YOUR LOCAL HEALTH CENTRE…
• It is with sincere sadness that we formally reference the unexpected passing of our colleague Dr Martin Smith. Our condolences have been extended to Martin’s daughters, extended whānau and his friends. Martin’s patients should have received a text message from us, regarding ongoing medical care. If not, please contact our reception team.
• Congratulations to Dr Morgana Woolhouse-Williams who successfully graduated with her fellowship of General Practitioners (GPs) in New Zealand awarded earlier this month.
• GBCH has been confirmed as the 10th rural placement site in New Zealand as part of the Otago University’s Rural Medical Immersion Programme. This would see three, 5th year medical students being on placement in Golden Bay for the year.
• Nina Griffith has been appointed as our new Pou Ārahi, GBCH Cultural Advisor. Nina’s appointment has been endorsed by Manawhenua Ki Mohua and her Mihi Whakatau is planned for 2nd Sept.
• GBCH is working with our Health and Wellbeing partners in Mohua to put together a wellbeing survey that will provide us with important planning information based on the health and wellbeing needs of our community. Watch out for this survey in the coming months.
• Remember our GPs/NPs work in buddy pairs, so if your regular provider isn’t available, ask to see their buddy. Plan for regular appointments if you have long-term conditions.
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Apocalypse Today!
How many of you have seen the movie Apocalypse Now either when it was released in 1979 or last weekend at The Village Theatre?
My mind keeps replaying the terrified faces of the Vietnamese villagers as they sought shelter from American helicopter gunfire.
And those Vietnamese faces blur into Palestinian faces who are seeing family and friends killed by Israeli bombing during 2024. Where, in Gaza, is a safe haven “safe” anyway?
The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse are Conquest, Famine, War and Death. Their steeds could be called Greed, Power, Ignorance and Inhumanity. It is happening now in Gaza.
The “Horsemen” must be called out and an immediate ceasefire, with reparation, be demanded.
Beth McCarthy
The art of navigation
The Polynesian tohunga Tupaia was well capable of navigating Cook around the Pacific Islands as well as to Aotearoa, according to Joan Druett in her book Tupaia. Sailor David Lewis learned the art of traditional land-finding back in 1976. At that time the Polynesian Voyaging Society with Mau Piailug from Micronesia on the voyaging waka Hōkūle’a using traditional navigation travelled from Hawai’i to Tahiti. That tradition has been continued throughout the Pacific using waka like Te Aurere and Hawaiki nui to re-learn the ancient skills of wayfinding. They did not need a south polar star like the north star. Polynesians proved their navigation skills over the centuries well before Europeans arrived in the Pacific.
Morris Te Whiti Love
Bill’s flawed principles
New Zealand’s founding document, the Treaty of Waitangi, allowed the colonisation of Aotearoa. Its principles were derived to interpret the spirit on which it was signed by the Waitangi Tribunal through its Act and the Courts. They are now well known as a query to your favourite AI will tell you. The Seymour-proposed bill will add nothing or clarify anything. He clearly does not have the skills to draft the principles or a mandate for its execution. It is a barefaced attempt to rewrite the Treaty to try stimulating a re-colonisation of Aotearoa. Of course, New Zealanders are not so easily fooled. The proposed Treaty Principles Bill should and will fail.
Morris Te Whiti Love
Tackling roadside litter
If you are tired of the roadside litter like I am and want to do something about it, contact me, 021 139 6278.
Glyn Perriam
Reining cats and dogs
Yes Bruce (GBW, 6/9), hungry cats, from moggies to lions, are predators. So are dogs, dingoes and wolves. Birds predate on other birds.
I just wonder how many cat owners you have seen, driving
their pet to a beach to let it run free among nesting or feeding birds and other beach users?
Beth McCarthy Making noise about aquaculture
So, an independent noise report sought by Tasman District Council (TDC) into aquaculture found that noise levels from at least five locations around the Bay had noise levels associated with aquaculture, below those expected in the countryside in the middle of the night.
Regardless of that, Rod Barker (GBW, 6/9) then suggests the TDC applied industrial noise standards, and then further insults TDC staff by suggesting (eight separate times) that TDC staff have a conflict of interest and/or some sort of economic priority bias.
My experience with TDC consents staff is one of professionalism, they take their compliance monitoring seriously and expect independent reporting within the timeframes set in consent conditions.
Every industry deserves scrutiny and criticism (if valid) by the community they operate in.
We’ve moved to clamp on floats (less floats on beach after storms), and take our regular beach clean-ups seriously.
If this is Rod’s current most valid criticism of aquaculture in the Bay, we must be doing pretty damn well.
Peace and love BJ, in anticipation of your response.
Bill Wallace, managing director Golden Bay Marine Farmers Consortium
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GOLDEN BAY A&P SHOW
wants your old unloved pedal toy tractors, trucks and cars for our future farmers entertainment event at the next show, January 2025. Please ph Bill Callwood 021 556 806.
We’re looking for a Branch Manager to lead our small and friendly Tākaka team and deliver an exceptional personal client experience.
Being a provider of local banking services, building strong relationships with our local community is very important to us. You’ll enjoy using your exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to build lasting relationships with families and businesses in the region.
| Visit nbs.co.nz/about/careers-at-nbs to learn more about this role
MOHUA MARINE TRUST
The Mohua Marine Trust (MMT) has received Resource Consent from TDC for the construction of an artificial reef in Golden Bay.
Thanks to all our supporters and funders for enabling us to achieve this important milestone.
The Mohua Marine Trust ( MMT) is a volunteer, non-profit organisation.
MMT is a charitable trust and donations are tax deductible.
Our goal is to improve and enhance the marine environment by creating artificial reefs.
TDC have given us approval to install an artificial reef, commencing with a small pilot study (stage 1) before installing a complete reef (stages 2 and 3).
We have adopted the proven (hollow) Reef-Ball modules (more than 1 million successfully installed worldwide).
The pilot study will comprise 4 clusters (of 5 Reef-Balls). The concrete ‘Balls’ are about 1.2m diameter and 1m high.
The balls will be placed in water deeper than 3m at low tide.
Stage 2 and 3 will follow the proven success of the stage 1 (pilot study).
In total 84 clusters of 5 balls will be installed to fully develop the artificial reef.
The plan is to lay the clusters of balls either side of and clear of the old Onekaka wharf remains.
If you are interested, we can email MMT news and information and keep you abreast of our activities/progress. We will advise you of our upcoming public meeting in due course.
If you wish to become a member / supporter / friend of MMT or contribute with information / expertise / materials and services, please advise us as we are actively looking to increase our membership.
MMT will not share any contact details you provide.
Trustees
Gene Klein – 021 022 80899 eak1023@gmail.com
Neil Wison – 027 222 7110 margneil7183@gmail.com
Lex Taylor – 027 440 1184 ap144t@gmail.com
Alan Hughes – 027 451 5271 alan.bernice@xtra.co.nz
John Davis – 027 470 7155 johndavis1985@hotmail.com
Image Courtesy of Reef-Ball Foundation
The benefits of bumblebees
SOL MORGAN
Fruit blossoms are out in abundance now but, with this intermittent rainfall, pollination may become an issue as bees don’t fly when it’s raining. Although many other insects help to pollinate flowers, the humble bumblebee is exceptionally good at pollinating a wide range of plants including crops like avocados, berryfruit, courgettes, pumpkins, tomatoes and clover. Scientists observe that a single bumblebee can do 50 times the work of a honeybee and carries a bigger payload of pollen. They will also pollinate flowers honeybees can't. For this reason bumblebees are ranked among the highest contributors to crop production in the world.
However, due to habitat degradation, biodiversity loss, pesticides and climate change (including heat waves), bumblebee populations are on the decline worldwide.
Lonestar farm manager at Puramahoi Jan Champion has, over the past three years, introduced bumblebees to the estate to aid with pollination of the orchard and surrounding bush and pasture. He has seen a big boost in numbers with an increase of around 300 per cent. “Coming from the UK where bumblebees are really at risk I wanted to do something to support their preservation,” explains Jan.
Four of the 250 known species were introduced into New Zealand in 1885 from England specifically to assist with red clover pollination. Bombus terrestris is our most common bumblebee occurring throughout New Zealand. It is distinguishable from other bumblebees by its short tongue. Bumblebees are considered better pollinators than honeybees for a number of reasons:
Their "buzz pollination" technique of vigorously shaking their bodies extracts more pollen from flowers, which in turn is shared to other flowers increasing plant pollination. This is especially important for crops such as blueberries, raspberries, tomatoes and eggplants which hold pollen inside their pollen tubes and only get released by gravity or buzz pollination or sonication, which honeybees cannot do.
• Bumblebees’ size, hairier body and buzzing technique allows them to extract more pollen, which they collect as food for their young along with nectar. They also make more consistent contact with important parts of a flower.
• They forage faster and for more of the day than honeybees so visit more flowers per day.
• They adapt to more environments, as their homes can be introduced and moved more easily compared with honeybees.
They work in more marginal weather conditions such as cooler, windier and wetter days then honeybees – and can fly at five degrees Celsius compared to 15 degrees for honeybees. Because they store much less nectar in their hives (really nests) they forage on most days. This provides much more reliable pollination, especially in the often damp spring in Golden Bay.
• They are very versatile and efficient: 200 bumblebees can do the work of 30,000 honeybees.
• They are available year round from surrounding habitat or can be purchased from New Zealand suppliers as required, including Biobees Ltd and BioForce.
Jan purchased buff-tailed bumblebees (Bombus terrestris) from Biobees. These came by courier in self-contained boxes with a queen and approximately 80 workers. Inside is enough sugar solution to last the life of the hive which is around foursix weeks. At this point new queens will be produced that will leave the hive to make new homes and continue the cycle.
Hives should be placed in a warm, sheltered spot and elevated to deter rodents or other predators. After the hive dies it is best disposed of to avoid possible parasites spreading.
will emerge from an overwintering hole and seek out a suitable spot for her new nest. She will then make a honey pot out of wax which she fills with collected nectar. Pollen is also collected and mixed with nectar from the pot to make balls into which she lays fertilised eggs. Once the larvae hatch, they eat the food balls, pupate and about two weeks later adult worker bumblebees emerge. These workers quickly take over foraging and brooding duties from the queen who focuses on laying more worker eggs while the hive population of bumblebee adults has increased from 80 to around 400.
You can encourage bumblebee populations on your property by planting flowers, especially comfrey, marjoram, nasturtium, rosemary, sage and verbascum. It’s helpful to include early and late flowering plants to prolong the nectar/ pollen season before the bees go into winter hibernation. Some early-flowering examples are: dandelion, English bluebells, flowering currant, forget-me-not, primrose, and wallflower. Later flowering plants include: buddleia, ceanothus, echinacea, golden rod, lavender and sedum. Essentially the more flowers the better!
Care should be taken to avoid spraying pesticides which can land on flowers and be transported back to the hive. If spraying, avoid flowers and apply early morning or late evening when bumblebees are not flying around.
For more information on bumblebees check out this great site https://www.nzbct.org.nz/bee-informed/ And to purchase visit https://www.biobees.co.nz, or https://
Jan Champion of Lonestar Farms with a new bumblebee hive box supplied by Biobees Ltd. Photo: Sol Morgan.
Tramping Club photo competition
and runners-up of the second
Jed Miller won the junior section with Marlee Brink runnerup, and in the adult section Janet Huddleston came first with Warwick Briggs runner-up.
Photos were limited to those taken in either Abel Tasman
or Kahurangi National Parks, with over 70 entries coming in.
Congratulations to all, and many thanks to our judges Gaylene Wilkinson and Jock Harrison who noted the calibre of many of the entries.
The competition was again run in parallel with the Federated Mountain Club annual competition where clubs are invited to submit their best photos in set categories from anywhere in Aotearoa/New Zealand.
One mutton-munching boar met his end on a local farm recently. On a drizzling, moody morning, Adele McNabb headed out on her lambing beat. She reported that “all was going surprisingly well until I got to one paddock. I noticed all my ewes and lambs up at the gate, wide-eyed”. She thought that was unusual, as they normally spread out, focusing on their lambs.
On a lap around the paddock, she found three carcasses of lambs with not much left other than bits of skin and crunched-up bones. Unfortunately, she had seen it before, so knew what had happened. She sent a video “to my good mate, a great pig hunter”.
Steve Strange arrived as soon as he finished milking, and Adele was “happy he took time out of calving to help me with my pig problem”.
Steve walked only 20 metres into the paddock before the pig was caught in the act, having just killed a lamb. He was taken out of action as he was eyeing-up the next victim. Adele looked surprised at his size, “a 139-pound evillooking boar with rather large tusks”. When Steve gutted it, the stomach was full of lambs he had hunted and eaten. Adele was grateful to have great hunters to call on who “saved countless precious little lambs’ lives by taking out the predator”.
Hack 'n Stay's open day
This Sunday, the Hack family are celebrating the tenyear anniversary of their equine enterprise, and everyone is invited to join in.
Baerbel and Thomas Hack established Hack ‘n Stay at Puramahoi a decade ago as a place to stay and enjoy horse trekking, as well as learning riding skills, vaulting, and horsemanship.
Sunday’s packed programme includes an opportunity for youngsters to paint and groom ponies and enjoy rides, while the Hack Vaulties will mount displays of horseback acrobatics and run a vaulting workshop. Those interested in learning about horse behaviour can catch a morning demonstration by a well-known animal therapist. A bit later, around lunchtime, horses and riders will be able to take part in some ring jousting. Taking a tour around Hack Farm is another of the many activities on the list.
The celebration also has a serious purpose – to raise funds and awareness for mental health – and all proceeds from the day, which incorporates the 8th Ride of Hope, will be donated to Golden Bay’s outreach services.
In addition to the feast of action and entertainment, there will be plenty of food and drink available, including filled sourdough baguettes, cakes, coffee and other hot drinks. For the kids, there will be free apple juice and water. Absolutely everyone is welcome to come along to Sunday’s Big Hack Out, says Baerbel. “Bring your horse, bring bikes and bring dogs.”
Hack ‘n Stay’s The Big Hack Out is on Sunday, 15 September, 10am–4pm at Hack Farm, 22 Grant Road, Puramahoi.
JOYCE WYLLIE
Hack Vaulties perform at the Golden Bay A&P Show. File photo. JO RICHARDS
Winners
annual GB Alpine Tramping Club photo competition were announced last month at club night.
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Winner of the adult section of the GB Alpine Tramping Club photo competition was Janet Huddleston.
Winner of the junior section was Jed Miller.
How clothes reveal social history
ANITA PETERS
Tākaka U3A recently had a peek into the life of independent dress historian Dr Jane Malthus. Jane, who has lectured at Otago Polytechnic School of Design and Otago University, presented a fascinating socio-cultural history told through clothing, including exhibitions and collections she has been involved with.
Jane made her first dress at age 10 on a school treadle sewing machine. She has always been interested in clothes and fabrics; the colours, patterns, textures and designs that have been created from them. She studied at the School of Home Science as a teacher and practitioner, but currently, she is a researcher and speaker at textile exhibitions. She is “eternally intrigued” by the stories that emerge from garments, textiles and exhibitions.
As Honorary Curator for Otago Museum’s dress collection, an inventory project has begun to assess up to 12,000 garments in storage. Jane has also curated the Otago University clothing and sciences teaching collection from the 20-plus years of working there until their de-accession in 2019-2020 when the university disestablished that discipline.
Jane did her PhD on 19th Century Women’s Dress in New Zealand, involving over 160 dresses in New Zealand collections around the country. This project included documenting dress reform and the knickerbocker wearers relating to the Suffrage Movement.
The exhibition, "Est 1868", celebrating Otago Museum’s 150 years, referenced Dunedin’s economic gold rush past. Tailoring and dressmaking skills transported from the United Kingdom featured decorative hats, tea gowns, corsets, pleats, loose lining, shawls and other eighteenth and nineteenth-century fashions that came and went.
Various other exhibitions in Dunedin, Auckland and Shanghai have involved Jane’s expertise, including the Paris-based Eppinghoven collection of early couture designs and the late London-based 1940s NZ Wool Board fashion samples, some of which were used for teaching by Dunedin’s School of Home Science.
Jane is on the Board of ID Dunedin Fashion, a long-standing event focused on fostering emerging design talent and
promoting established designers.
She has also been consulting for a book and documentary with Otago District Council who now own over 220 important garments from the collection of Eden Hore, a high-country Naseby farmer and self-named “Cattleman, Extraordinary Fashion Fancier”. Eden began collecting clothes in the 1970s for a museum to draw tourists to Naseby. He was interested in showing the output of hand-spun, woven and hand-dyed garments made from the wool and skins from his farm.
Jane is clearly an established figure on New Zealand’s textile and fashion stage.
“As you can see, my whole life basically revolves around dress and textiles.”
A life devoted to family and community
Stuart John Borlase, born on 13 August 1943, grew up on a farm in Spring Grove, Brightwater. He was the fifth of seven children. His education began at Spring Grove Primary and continued at Nelson College. Despite his passion for farming, his father encouraged him to gain commercial experience first, leading him to work at the Nelson branch of the BNZ, where he met his future wife, Jenny. They married four years later.
Horses were a significant part of Stuart’s life. He once rode over the Hill with his older brother to attend the Tākaka A&P Show. Stuart and Jenny even travelled by horse and gig on their wedding day, with the Brightwater Pony Club forming a Guard of Honour.
The Salvation Army played a vital role in Stuart’s early life, where he discovered his faith in God. He was passionate about music, joining the church brass band and playing the piano and organ. In the early 1970s, Stuart transferred to the Christchurch branch of the BNZ, where they bought their first home and welcomed their children, Brendan and Andrea.
In 1974, after his father’s sudden death, Stuart realised his dream of farming by moving back to Nelson. They first bought land at Mt Heslington, renovated a run-down house, and later purchased his “dream farm” at Teapot Valley. They worked hard to develop a dairy farm and added a boysenberry garden for extra income.
The Borlase family attended the Tākaka A&P Show three years in a row before moving to Tākaka. In 1991, they bought a farm in East Tākaka, where Stuart began showing Friesian cows, achieving his goal of breeding a champion with cows like “Wendy” and “Nola”.
Stuart loved singing and had a beautiful tenor voice. He participated in Barbershop quartets, choirs, and joined the National Male Choir in 1998. He and Jenny toured Europe with the choir, singing in prestigious venues like Notre Dame Cathedral and The Royal Albert Hall.
Stuart was deeply involved in his community, serving in numerous local organisations. Jenny counted “at least 24 that he was on at one time.” As a Golden Bay councillor for Tasman District Council, he spent many hours reading papers and travelling to Richmond. He also volunteered at Tākaka Primary School, was involved with Federated Farmers, TB Free NZ, Friesian Breeders, and A&P Show committees. As a founding member of the Heritage committee, he helped instigate the
plaques around Tākaka marking historic places. He also started the hanging baskets in town and worked on the Paine’s Ford to East Tākaka cycleway.
A committed Christian, Stuart contributed his leadership and singing talents to various fellowships. In 2009, he had heart surgery, humorously claiming the new valve was from a Friesian cow.
Family was Stuart’s greatest love. His wife Jenny, two children, and four grandchildren were always his priority. His grandchildren fondly remember “Poppa” reading them bedtime stories and piling too much jam on his bread.
Stuart was instrumental in the creation of the new integrated health centre in Tākaka. He spent the last four years of his life in the hospital as dementia progressed. Stuart passed away peacefully two days before his 81st birthday, with his family grateful for the care and support he received.
Dr Jane Malthus presented to U3A a fascinating socio cultural history told through clothing. Photo: Anita Peters.
JOYCE WYLLIE
Stuart John Borlase (1943-2024). Photo: Supplied.
Bookmarking Māori Language Week
Library's bookmark competition was held to celebrate the upcoming Māori Language week,
left, holding the winning adult design by Jettie Skerten) and artist judge
acknowledge winners Charlie Nalder and April-Rose King's achievements in the junior section.
Te Whare Mātauranga, Tākaka Library recently held a bookmark competition to celebrate the upcoming Te Wiki o te Reo Māori, Māori Language Week. The selected winning children’s entries, out of over 70, have been reproduced onto bookmarks to be made available for all library visitors.
The children responded to the theme "Te Wiki o te Reo Māori" with designs showing a connection to Mohua, Golden Bay and were encouraged to include te reo Māori kupu (words).
Each entrant worked from a printed template of a bookmark bordered by a kōwhaiwhai pattern created by master carver Brian Flintoff specifically for Tasman District Council. Brian’s symbolic design depicted aspects of Mohua, Golden Bay, such as the koru representing life from within both sea and bush, and Wharepapa (Mt Arthur) as seen from both sides.
Artist Sarah Thomas, judging the older group, chose 10-year-
The winners of the Tākaka Library and Golden Bay Museum
WordFest competition are:
Sophie Nalder – 11 years – poem
Bella Moynan – 12 years – short story
Tūi Kraal – over 15 years – short story
We will publish the other two winning entries over the next few weeks.
An Outing in Town by Sophie Nalder
There by the railroad
Waiting for Pete
Was little Miss Battie
With shoes that weren't neat.
Her suitcase was tattered, Her dress was threadbare,
Her fiddle mud-spattered, With knots in her hair.
Her uncle was horrified, He thought with a frown:
'This certainly won't do
For an outing in town.'
Pete now had a headache, He just had to stare,
Exclaiming with each breath: 'Oh dear, oh dear, OH DEAR!'
Pete then decided
The first mission to be
Was to untangle the nest
Where Battie's hair should be.
Then he called in the tailors
And told them: 'Stitch fast!
I can't abide this messiness, I thought those days were past.'
old Charlie Nalder’s design for his use of te reo kupu, and for its detail, particularly in the kererū, the cheeky weka which we see so many of in Mohua, and the mountains. His use of bold colours and textures made it a striking bookmark design.
Seven-year-old April-Rose King’s bookmark was chosen by artist Anita Peters for the clear whakataukī message which speaks of how we flourish with knowledge: “Adorn the bird with feathers so it may fly.” April-Rose’s strong colours and symmetrical design contained lines and koru that echoed carving patterns.
The adult design was won by Jettie Skerten. The judging was overseen by librarian Sarah Worlock.
Te Wiki o te Reo Māori, Māori Language Week, will run between 16 and 24 September, and all bookmark entries will be on display during that week. The library will also be showcasing its Māori Language collection and resources.
He bought her a bonnet
Of Japanese silk
And shoes made from leather
Tanned with buttery milk.
Battie was stiff
In her new tidy dress.
All day she'd long
For the mud and the mess.
'How did this happen?
It all came so fast,'
Battie was worried
Her farm days were past.
Battie went home
After two weeks away, Deliriously dreaming
Of meadows and hay.
On the train she baffled the people
With her shiny looks, Making them gawk
And glance up from their books.
Now at her platform
Mid the bustling crowd
The sights and smells
Made Battie feel proud.
Her father was waiting
With his old chequered cap, Holding his lamp
And pony and trap.
His eyes widened large
As he spotted his child.
'Was this the same one
He'd sent away looking ever so wild?'
He scratched his chin
And rubbed at his hair,
Gaping at his Battie.
'Oh dear, oh dear, OH DEAR!'
ANITA PETERS
Tākaka
Te Wiki o te Reo Māori. Librarian Sarah Worlock (at
Sarah Thomas (far right)
Photo: Anita Peters.
Bay Art and Young@Art
How is your entry coming along for this year’s event? Registration is open online or at the Takaka Library, MONZA Gallery or Pohutukawa Gallery.
This year there is ample room for large outdoor sculptures. “We’d also love to see more digital art forms entered,” says arts worker Gary Smith. “Also, keep an eye on our website and social media for the announcement of judges and workshops in the lead-up.”
The arts council welcomes locals who want to be associated with Bay Art through sponsorship. Chairperson Marg Braggins says, ”We’re really grateful to the sponsors who’ve already committed their support and we invite others who can offer financial support or gifts of products and services to contact me on 027 525 7369 or Gary on 021 0277 8363, or artsworkermohua@gmail.com.”
Young@Art 2024: Visit the new Young@Art website and online registration form: www.gbarts.org.nz/young-art
Important Dates:
• Wednesday 23 Oct: 1.00pm–5.30pm: delivery of entries.
• Saturday 26 Oct to Sunday 3 Nov: exhibition is open 10am-4pm daily
• Sunday 3 Nov: 4pm: People’s Choice Award announced and entries pickup.
Artist Survey 2024: Your participation will support the arts council to determine where best to put its focus and resources. It only takes a couple of minutes and will make a huge difference to how we support the creative community.
www.gbarts.org.nz and click on ‘artist survey 2024’ Artist Directory: Registrations are always open for the Golden Bay Artists Directory - registering is super simple via the online registration form.
www.gbarts.org.nz/directory
Artist Residency 2024: The arts council is excited to support local creatives by reinstating the popular Cobb Residency programme from 10-14 October 2024. Applications are online and close Friday 27 September. www.gbarts.org.nz/residency-application-form
Online Events Calendar: GBCAC’s website has an arts events calendar with a portal for public submissions. Organisers can submit information on their events. www.gbarts.org.nz/event-calendar www.gbarts.org.nz
Luna mission to help and heal
Local massage and soul therapist, Andyara Milan is pleased to introduce Luna Healing Wellbeing Centre, an exciting expansion at her current Ligar Bay premises by the beach.
Andyara, a Brazilian native who has lived in New Zealand for six years and in Golden Bay for the past four, has been steadily building her reputation as a multifaceted therapist. Her services include energy healing and hot stone massage which, she says, alleviates stress, reduces inflammation, manages chronic pain, and promotes better sleep.
Expanding her offerings, Andyara has recently introduced a steam tent sauna at her Ligar Bay location. This new feature promises numerous benefits, such as improved circulation, lower blood pressure, reduced anxiety, and boosted immunity. “Everybody feels the difference,” Andyara says. “One thing they love is finishing their session in the sauna and then running across the beach to jump in the ocean.”
In addition to the steam sauna, Luna Healing now offers a range of innovative treatments. Andyara’s spa detox facial has quickly become a client favourite. This treatment, which uses vegan and natural Brazilian clay, involves a five-step process: cleansing, exfoliating, applying a clay mask, hydrating with oil or cream, and finishing with a lymphatic massage using jade stones. The result? A glowing complexion, balanced skin tone, and a youthful appearance.
Andyara has also introduced a relaxing foot spa experience. Clients can enjoy a soak in warm, herbal-infused water followed by reflexology, which is offered alongside a massage. This treatment enhances self-care, improves circulation, and reduces stress.
Energy healing is another aspect of Andyara’s practice. She uses crystals, herbs, and sacred instruments from Brazilian indigenous traditions to balance and align her clients’ energy. Her empathic nature and high sensory perception allow her to deeply connect with both people and animals. “My mission on earth is to help people and animals, and I really love what I do,” Andyara shares. Her work with animals, particularly rescue dogs and cats, is a testament to her unique approach, blending massage and energy healing to release pain and emotions.
In addition to her therapeutic services, Andyara creates and offers a range of Luna Healing products, including body oils, facial creams, exfoliants, foot spa, and yoni steam products. Each product is handcrafted by Andyara, ensuring a personal touch in every item.
As Luna Healing continues to grow, Andyara invites both individuals and their pets to experience her expanded services. For more information or to book an appointment, reach out to Luna Healing via Facebook lunas.wellbeing or by phone 027 609 3138.
ROSA VOLZ
Andyara Milan, local massage and soul therapist, in her Ligar Bay studio. Photo: Rosa Volz.
CLASSIFIEDS
PERSONAL NOTICES
/ Pānui ake
HALDANE (nee Jones), Jennifer May: On 8 September 2024, passed away surrounded by love at Nelson Hospital. Dearly loved wife and best mate of the late Ross, loved mother and mother-in-law to Robert and Debbie, David and Jo, Jane and Richard. Fun filled and best supporting Grandmother to Ollie and Briar, Billy, Meriana and Tyson, Connie, Annie, Jack, Mathew and Maren. Proud Great-Grandmother to Sophia. Very loved sister to Brian and Ann Jones, Bev and Jock Harrison, Rose and the late Philip Windle. Treasured and special Aunt and GreatAunt to the Taupo Haldanes and the Jones whānau. Special member of her loved Abbeyfield (Tākaka) whānau. Please join us in celebrating Jenny’s life at the Bainham Hall, on Friday 13 September at 11am. Messages to: Haldane Family, 82 Bishops Road, RD 2, Parapara, Tākaka 7182.
Margaret Fay Wallis (nee Wildermoth) 1931 - 2024 Fay gracefully passed away on 7th September aged 93 at GBCH.
Loved wife of the late Allan for 71 years.
Loved mother and mother-in-law to Sharon & Tony, Gail & Steve, Kaye & ’Skin’, and Pauline. Nana to Mark & Rochelle, Kim, Nicola & Luke, Daniel & Todd, and Ruben.
Great Nana Fay to Shannon, Cade, Flynn, Zeb, Lauren, Isla, Rylee, Arna, Ryan, Hayden, Carmen, Ajarah and Louie. Great great Nana Fay to Charlie, Zienna, Oscar and Jethro.
A service will be held at the Motupipi Hall, Saturday 14th September at 11am.
Acknowledging the Extraordinary Life Of Alister John McDonald aka "Cockle - AJ - Ali"
Loved partner of Jenny Cooper.
Loved father of John, Daniel, Leanne and Justin. Grandad, Brother, Boss man, friend to many, he made an impact on all who knew him.
"A giant tōtara has fallen in the forest of Tane" With gratitude to our FENZ and St John first responders, and to Dr Rachel Cowie. Enquiries to 021 644 025 hello@eri.nz
AGM NOTICES
ONETAHUA Marae AGM, 10am, Saturday 28 September at Onetahua Marae followed by shared lunch. All welcome.
MILNTHORPE Park Society AGM, Wednesday 2 October, 7.30pm at the Park HQ, 1905 Tākaka-Collingwood Highway.
PUBLIC NOTICES / Pānui a whānui
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. We’re a Charitable Trust – a $30 donation (that can be made on our website) is tax deductible. WWW.SAMSCREEKNZ.COM for info/updates/subscribe/ donations.
THE 23rd round of the RSC Community Grant is now open to
applicants. Please call into the Country Store for an application form. Phone or email Victoria 03 929 7519, admin@rsc.co.nz. Closes midday 30 September 2024.
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
LEARN to fly with Golden Bay Flying Club. Email: zktkagbfc@ gmail.com
NARCOTICS Anonymous Golden Bay meeting, Mondays 6pm, 42 Commercial Street, hall behind church. All welcome.
Now Open
Tues & Fri 10am - 4pm or by appointment
HEALTH CONSUMER ADVISORY GROUP NELSON BAYS PRIMARY HEALTH
Do you want to make a difference?
We are looking for two new Tāngata Whai Ora (consumer representatives) to join the Hauora Matua ki Te Tai Aorere (Nelson Bays Primary Health) Health Consumer Advisory Group.
The Health Consumer Advisory Group works in partnership with consumers, whānau and communities to ensure they are heard by Nelson Bays Primary Health (NBPH), and that consumers have a strong and viable voice in planning, co-designing, and delivering health services across Nelson Bays, health services that are people centred and responsive to the needs of all communities.
The Health Consumer Advisory Group compromises of members who have diverse backgrounds, contacts, and skills and must be passionate about consumers and whānau being able to access the best possible health services.
We are looking for two new Tāngata Whai Ora (consumer representatives) from the community who have lived experience of health services personally or as whānau with either:
• Māori and Pasifika
• Rural LGBTQI + People
• Youth
Payment is made for monthly meetings and other meeting attendance as required.
For the Terms of Refence and Expression of Interest Form, please view online here: www.nbph.org.nz/professionals/careers/nbph
Applications close: 4 October 2024
Please return your completed Expression of Interest form to: Emily-Rose Richards, Executive Support Manager/EA to Chief Executive info@nbph.org.nz
NBPH is the Primary Health Organisation (PHO) for the Nelson Tasman region. PHOs lead and coordinate primary health care within the local community. NBPH is committed to reducing the inequalities in health between all peoples.
SPORT
PŌHARA Bowling Club opening day is Sunday 15 September at 1.30pm. All public are welcome, members could you please bring a plate.
TAKAKA Bowling Club opening day Saturday 14 September at 1.30pm. Anyone interested in playing bowls are most welcome to attend.
RESULTS
BRIDGE
4 September. Kotinga Pairs Session 2. J & J Mulligan 65.08; C Webster/P Nelson 60.32%; C Jackson/J Edmondson 55.56%. H/cap: J & J Mulligan 65.08; C Webster/P Nelson 60.11%; C Jackson/J Edmondson 54.26%.
6 September. Rainbow Relaxed 1 Session 12. L Scurr/E Bradshaw 66.67%; K Van Der Struys/A Foreman 58.33%; C Jackson/J Kingston 53.47%.
GOLF
4 September. Stableford: W Rothwell 37, R Young 36, M Dixon 35. Closest to pin: 3/12 H Hills, 4/13 W Rothwell, 8/17 W Rothwell, 9/18 G Allen. Best gross: W Rothwell 83. 7 September. Stableford: G Rowe 32, W Rothwell 31, G Allen 29. Closest to pin: 3/12 R Miller, 8/17 G Rowe. Happy wanderer: M Dixon. Best gross: G Rowe.
Rm15, 84 Commercial St, Behind GB WorkCentre
HEARING Association clinic takes place on Thursday 19 September, 1pm at GBCH. Ph M for an appointment 021 928 455.
GOLDEN BAY ROOFING
Healing with Grace MASSAGE
& WELLNESS
INTRINSIC Intelligence Massage. Remedial, therapeutic, deep tissue, myofascial release. Ph/txt Sam Specht 022 044 3323. LISA Williams, registered medical herbalist, herbal apothecary, iridology analysis, reflexology, reiki master. www. goldenbayiridology.com Ph 525 6150, 027 451 9797.
GOLDEN Bay Storage, Tā kaka. Dry, safe, secure, alarmed, insurance approved. Furniture trailer available. Ph Marg 027 222 5499, goldenbaystorage@gmail.com
MASSAGE. Ph Paul Frika 027 772 7334. 30 years of experience.
& More…
MASSAGE AND REIKI. Emma Sutherland (Ameliorate). First one-hour treatment - $45 for GB locals. www.ameliorate.nz. Ph 027 487 2639. Tākaka and Collingwood.
TRANSMISSIONS of Light with Vicki Lawson. Deep relaxation and restoration. Ph 027 525 9944.
Healing with Grace
MASSAGE & WELLNESS
Providing Golden Bay with: Professional, Diagnostic, Clinical Physio & Massage Therapy services
ACC registered Provider
• Sports & Accident injuries
• Complex musculoskeletal conditions
• Clinical reviews / Second opinions
• Orthopaedic / Post-operative rehabilitation
• Postural / Biomechanical correction programmes
• Clinical Massage Therapy
No GP referral required
Ask us about our no-cost initial Physio assessment Call 0800 749 739 for info or an appointment today
Lolly Dadley-Moore RCST, PACT Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy OPTIMISING HEALTH
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
HANDYMAN services, small building, carpentry, landscaping, chainsawing. Other jobs to be discussed. References provided. Ph Shaun 027 880 3535.
HEAT pump installation, sales and servicing. Ph Dave McKay 027 404 4740, 525 8538.
KRW Contracting. Tiling, Ardex licensed waterproofing applicator, blocklaying and bricklaying. Ph Ken 021 307 019. No job too big, no job too small.
LAWNMOWING. Pākawau, Bainham, Tākaka to Wainui. Ph N Shaw 525 7597, 027 212 4020. niallshaw_6@hotmail.com
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.
FootWorks
Golden Bay Mobile Pedicare by Anke
Ph 03 525 9228 / 027 606 7200
Email: athomas@gmx.net
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.
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.
CLEANER. AJ's Cleaning Services. Visit ajscleaning.co.nz for more information.
COURIERS. TG Couriers delivering between Golden Bay and Nelson five days a week. Ph 027 717 7188.
ELECTRICIAN. Registered, licensed, fully insured for all your electrical needs. Contact Graham, Rameka Electrical Services, 020 4126 5338.
ELEMENTAL Design and Build: New builds, renos, refits, alterations. Environmentally-conscious builders specialising in natural builds. www.elementalbuild.nz, ph 022 087 6396, hello@elementalbuild.nz
FASHION designer Jenny Lyn Walker makes custom design garments to fit you and your style! Book in your consultation to get ready for ball season, special event or everyday wear. Ph Jenny 021 231 7447 at ESSENCE of AROHA AHORA: Being Presence Centre - Possibilities, 90 Commercial St. http//:essenceofaroha.weebly.com, www.ybe.co.nz
FLORIST. Place your order online www.goldenbayflowers. co.nz or ph 027 758 1138. Teresa Brough Designer Florist. FREEVIEW TV, radio, HiFi, WiFi, electronics. Ph 027 246 2432. FRUIT pruning, sustainable property advice and management, edible landscaping, soil testing, garden mentoring. Sol Morgan, GroWise Consultancy, ph 027 514 9112.
SEPTIC TANKS EMPTIED. Ph Shane 027 647 4913.
SEWING SERVICE, NEEDLES, THREADS, WOOL, BEADS. Stitch ‘n Sew ph 525 8177.
STUMP grinding specialist. Tree care and property maintenance. Ph Carl 027 263 5353.
TĀKAKA Garden Services, for all your lawn and garden needs. Ph 027 525 8006 or 525 8806.
TILER. Professional wall and floor tiling and design. Wayne Robinson Tiling. Ph 027 576 1620.
GARAGE sale. Saturday 15 September, 1-3pm, 1/3 Feary Crescent Tākaka. Tools, electronics, homeware, homeware, tools, mobility scooter, etc.
FIREWOOD, good selection. Ph Bay Firewood 027 769 6348. GOOD lawnmowing business, contact N Shaw, 027 212 4020 or niallshaw_6@hotmail.com
BULLS. Ready now, two-year-old purebred registered Speckle Park bulls, BVD free and vaccinated. Breedplan figures available on request. $3500. Also some yearling bulls, $2700. Upper Moutere Tasman. Email us from our website www. blueskyspecklepark.nz or ph 03 543 2082.
WANTED / Hiahia
RIDE to Christchurch 23 or 24 September. Happy to contribute. Ph 021 114 0358.
PROPERTY WANTED / Rawa hiahia
I suddenly need another dwelling to rent. I am a reliable, tidy, quiet lady who loves gardening and writing, with great references! Txt 020 4084 4464.
WORKING couple with local roots back in the Bay to be closer to family. Looking for a long-term rental. Respectful, quiet. Searching for something private and peaceful. Anything and everything considered. If you have leads or leases, please ph Nicholas, 525 8616, or txt 027 448 0300.
PROPERTY AVAILABLE / Rawa watea
ONEKAKA, large self-contained loft art studio unit, open plan, suit couple or single person. Available long term, $300/week. sjben@outlook.com
ANATOKI SALMON fishing and café. Catch your own lunch or order from the menu. Open every day from 10am-4pm. www. anatokisalmon.co.nz
COLLINGWOOD TAVERN. Open 7 days, 11am till late. Catering and large group bookings available. Ph 524 8160.
COURTHOUSE CAFÉ, Collingwood. Open 7 days, 8am-3pm. Saturday evening is dine-in curry night, 5pm-8pm. Ph 524 8194.
COURTYARD CAFÉ, Tākaka. Open 7 days, 7am-5pm. Also, bookings for dinner. Ph 525 8681.
DE-LISH DELICATESSEN . Sumptuous, delicious food. 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
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, 8 and 22 September; traditional services (with a speaker) held on alternate fortnights, 1, 15 and 29 September.
SACRED Heart Catholic faith community winter timetable: Mass, 4pm, 1st and 3rd Sundays of month. Service of the Word, 9.30am, 2nd Sunday of month. All warmly welcome.
ST Andrews Presbyterian Church extends a warm welcome to join us at 10am for a time of worship and fellowship.
UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere
FRIDAY 13 SEPTEMBER
BADMINTON, REC PARK CENTRE, 7.30-9.30pm. All welcome. Ph Kerry 027 525 7007.
SATURDAY 14 SEPTEMBER
TONIGHT! MIHIHEA SINGING PERFORMANCE EVENING, 7pm onwards. Amazing voice, covers and her own songs! Koha appreciated. ESSENCE of AROHA AHORA, 90 Commercial St. BOWLS SEASON BEGINS, see ads on page 11.
MONDAY 16 SEPTEMBER
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.
UPCOMING EVENTS
TUESDAY 17 SEPTEMBER
BALFOLK DANCE WORKSHOP. Learn old folk dances made new, with live music. Tuesdays 5-6.30pm, Senior Citizens' Hall. Koha appreciated.
WEDNESDAY 18 SEPTEMBER
O NEKAKA PLAYGROUP, all welcome, Wednesdays 10am12.30pm, Onekaka Hall.
THURSDAY 19 SEPTEMBER
RURAL WOMEN INTERNATIONAL DAY. Country of study this year is Philippines. East Tākaka Hall, 10.30am. Filipino guest speaker, shared lunch, raffle and sales table. Contact Joyce 027 671 2221 if you would like to join us.
DAYTIME BADMINTON, Rec Park Centre, 9-11am. All welcome. Ph Kerry 027 525 7007.
Friday 13th september
4:00 Finding Nemo (Disney Classic) (PG) Once Only 7:30 Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (M)
saturday 14th
4:00 Midas
The
Mussel Inn Coming Up...
Every Monday night at 7pm: SINGALONG ‘ROUND THE PIANO with Craig Denham. All welcome. Sat 14th SONGWARE - Deep folk/dark country! 7.30pm, $15 door.
Thu 19th ACID ON THE MICROPHONE – open mic stories, poems and songs. 7.30pm. All welcome.
Sat 21st SPRING EQUINOX CELEBRATION with alenJahJah en de eaggerlings + IRIE VIBES. Koha door.
Thu 26th QUIZ - 7.30pm. All welcome.
Sun 29th MEL PARSONS - The Regional Sabotage tour. $50 tickets @ Plus1 (or Eventfinda) For more details see www.musselinn.co.nz
/ Mea pakiri haere
EATING OUT / Kai wahi kē
FRIDAY 20 SEPTEMBER
DANCE NIGHT, DJ LKM playing world beats and organic house. Come along and get your body moving! 8-10.30pm. Koha at the door appreciated. ESSENCE of AROHA AHORA, 90 Commercial St, Tākaka.
TEA 'N TALK, Old School Café, 10.30am. No charge for cuppa. Hosted by Pakawau Rural Women and all welcome. Contact is Joyce, ph 524 8364.
LATER EVENTS
GB TENNIS CLUB OPEN DAY. 21 September, Park Ave, Tākaka. Ph Felicia 027 508 6239.
By The Ugly Shakespeareans
MODERN JIVE DANCE LESSONS
Four more weeks of lessons
Sundays 2pm from 15 September at Kotinga Hall
Come give it a try $15 casual or $50 for four lessons
Phone Jennifer 027 297 7702 for more information footesteps.co.nz
ESR groundwater scientists hosting presentation for Golden Bay communities
LAST CHANCE for the SCHOOL BALL!
Order your WRISTLET, BUTTONHOLE or CORSAGE NOW!
U3A welcomes Heather Smith, “The Shell Lady”, who will give an entertaining educational presentation about her passion for shells, which grew into scientific research and collaboration with Auckland Museum. Some of her 4000 shells from all over the world will be on display. Senior Citizens’ Hall, Friday 20 September, 10.30am. All welcome. Non-members a gold coin please. Supported with funding from TDC Community Grant.
Ph 525 9868 or 027 306 9508 earthgemstakaka@gmail.com
Ren Xue Centre Australasia is having a public planting day on
Sunday 15 September from 1pm
The Ren Xue Centre Australasia project (https://www. aotearoaretreatcentre.org/blog) involves the restoration of the Farm at Onekakā into a regenerative Farm. This includes the planting of the Onekakā Stream.
We have 2,000 native plants ready to go into the ground to enhance the biodiversity of land around the Onekakā Stream and the surrounding environment.
If you would like to be involved please turn up at 1317 Tākaka-Collingwood Highway (Just past the Mussel Inn on the right-hand side heading towards Collingwood)
PARKING: Beside the farm sheds
Please bring your own gloves and spades and suitable footwear.
We will have the BBQ going with Sausages (Vege options) for all volunteers.
You can check the website link above for details if we need to cancel the event due to rain.
If you would like any information please phone Steve Lee on 021 298 9026.
Friday: Northerlies freshening for a time. Rain locally heavy, easing during the evening
Saturday: Southwesterlies developing. Some showers about Kahurangi and a few elsewhere at first Sunday: Light winds, tending westerly. Some showers in the west, only isolated showers elsewhere
Monday: Northerlies easing and southwesterlies developing later. Showers over Kahurangi with a few showers developing elsewhere
Tuesday: Light winds, tending southerly. Rain for a time then clearing. Snow may affect higher parts of the Tākaka hill road.
81 Awaroa Inlet, ONCE IN A LIFETIME
Located in the heart of the National Park with no direct vehicle accessthis home is positioned off the beach down a right of way and is well maintained and tastefully decorated The ideal place to make memories! Viewings are tide dependant Call us now
Jana McConnon 021 245 2197
Paul McConnon 027 504 2872
178 Abel Tasman Drive, TAKAKA
HAVE YOUR CAKE AND EAT IT TOO!
Own your own home and a rental in one This property features a threebedroom 86sqm home with a fireplace and private front yard as well as a separate second dwelling which is already rented to a longterm tenant who would love to stay on Call Mickayla today
Mickayla Ormsby 027 297 8477
65a Selwyn Street, POHARA
PERFECT IN POHARA
A private retreat close to picturesque Pohara Beach
A separate double garage
78 Motupipi Street, TAKAKA
LIFESTYLE BLOCK OR RUN OFF
Located in the fertile soils around Takaka township is this lovely flat 7 5 ha block split into 3 paddocks The owner has been growing maize & grazing young stock the rest of the year Are you looking for a nice block to build or perhaps a runoff?
Call me today to view
James Mackay 027 359 0892
513 Abel Tasman Dr, CLIFTON
MAKE THE MOST OF THE SPACE
A large, fenced garden, space for cars/garage/boats with double garage + studio, there is more than enough room here for the family
Including a covered outdoor entertainment area Call me to arrange a viewing, this is a must-see property!
Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840
Cosy with heat pump & HRV Ideal lock-and-leave, easy care holiday home
Secure it now for the Summer! Call now to arrange a viewing
Jana McConnon 021 245 2197
Paul McConnon 027 504 2872
366 Abel Tasman, MOTUPIPI
PERFECT FAMILY HOME
This substantial family home has been thoughtfully designed to take full effect of the sun and lovely rural views The separate garage provides plenty of storage for all the toys A central location close to Takaka and Pohara Call me today
