Pockets of pink popped up across Golden Bay recently as breakfasts and brunches raised funds for breast cancer education, research and patient support.
Over the course of a week, several fundraisers for New Zealand’s Breast Cancer Foundation (BCF) were held, starting last Tuesday when Billy Kerrisk hosted a morning tea at her Ray White office in Tākaka.
"Our Pink Ribbon morning tea was lovely," said Billy. “And I would like to thank Jilly at DeLish for donating the delicious and boss-only cupcakes and a tray of savouries.” In addition to the refreshments, raffle prizes were up for grabs helping to raise over $300 to add the many thousands Billy has raised since she became the Bay’s Pink Ribbon area coordinator in 2019.
Billy said the events, while fun, also have a serious side. "It is always good to get together with survivors and thrivers and remind each other how important it is to regularly check our breasts for any changes."
Later in the week, Sollys Freight staffroom
was the venue for a Pink Ribbon morning tea. Bright pink shoes, pastel pink shirts and earrings were seen among the usual boots, overalls and hi-vis gear – and apparently even pink undies were worn especially for the day.
Sausages from the BBQ went down well and the smoko room table was covered in pink cakes, slices and sweet treats baked by the women in the Tākaka office. The event was the initiative of three women on the Sollys team who appreciated the support of the BCF through their own cancer experiences. Donations were collected with one of them commenting that "spare change can add up to save the lives of many others. Over two million dollars was raised on BCF website. That is going to go a long way".
As well as raising money, Pink Breakfasts also help to raise awareness of breast cancer.
One of the organisers of the Sollys breakfast said it is about promoting "the importance of getting checks". Another explained that it was because her two friends were diagnosed with cancer that she decided to get checked herself. The message she would like everyone
to take heed is: "Check your breasts; get to know your 'normal' and get checked out if you think anything is not quite right. It saved the three of us!"
As the amount of food on the smoko room table reduced during the day, the amount in the donation box increased. The latest report was that a total of $1671 had been raised so far. "A huge thank you for the support from Ed and Merv, our colleagues and the wider community, those that donated food and time as well as the gifts to the cancer foundation," the Sollys Pink Breakfast women said. "The team gave all three of us so much support during our treatment and they showed up for us again for our morning tea."
On Sunday morning ITM Tākaka and Molly B's co-hosted a Pink Ribbon brunch at Molly B’s in Pōhara that promised "bubbles and laughter". ITM marketing/promotions coordinator Sarah-Jane Brown said it fully delivered on that promise thanks to Molly B’s owner Amy Mangan putting on an excellent spread for the 70 people who turned out to...
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Predator Free 2050
The Government’s decision to scrap its pest eradication organisation, which was set up in 2016, will not derail one of Golden Bay’s most ambitious conservation projects.
The disestablishment of Predator Free 2050 Limited (PF2050Ltd), announced in the recent budget, is projected to save the Government $12.6 million over the next four years. Management of the continuing Predator Free 2050 programme, which aims to free New Zealand of invasive predators by 2050, will transfer to the Department of Conservation (DOC) – itself subject to a new round of staffing cuts.
For the Pest Free Onetahua (PFO) project, which aims to rid Farewell Spit of possums, stoats, feral pigs, deer, and hares, the impact of the change will be minimal because, having attracted substantial grant money and philanthropic donations, it is no longer dependent on PF2050Ltd funding.
In 2021, the project – a partnership between Tasman Environmental Trust (TET) and Manawhenua ki Mohua, and in collaboration with DOC – received $250,000 from PF2050Ltd to fund a feasibility study on the eradication initiative.
“We’ve enjoyed a strong relationship with Predator Free 2050 Ltd, marked by shared values and ambitious goals,” says Sky Davies, chief executive of TET who acknowledges PF2050Ltd’s “immense” contribution. “We’re grateful to the team for their mahi and trust in helping us deliver this important project.”
With much of PFO’s activity taking place on DOC conservation land, the team is now focused on deepening collaboration with DOC to ensure enduring conservation outcomes.
In the meantime, a major step forward is being taken, in partnership with HealthPost Nature Trust, with the construction of a predator-proof fence along the top of the...
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Clockwise from top left: Billy Kerrisk selects a raffle winner; enjoying brunch at Molly B's; the ITM/Molly B's organising team; morning tea at Sollys; Sollys' cupcakes. All images supplied.
...support the event. “There was granola, croissant, waffles and hash browns – the whole nine yards. And we had a really good mix of people which made it a fun morning,” said Sarah-Jane who reckons the brunch raised over $2000.
The fundraising continued into this week with a Monday morning breakfast hosted by Heartland Services at Bacca Bakery.
The gathering organised by Heartland Services staff Alex Stevens, Julie Sixtus and Loretta Horton attracted around 20 guests and raised approximately $500. “It was a bigger turnout than last year,” said Alex. “It went really well, with fabulous food supplied by Loretta and Julie, and we had raffles and played games. Hopefully it will be even bigger next year."
A key part of the Pink Ribbon Breakfast initiative is to help women catch the disease early. To this end, the BCF encourages women to practice self-examination, have the routine free mammogram, make an appointment with a practice nurse and take care of themselves, pointing out that cancer is no respecter of age so women are never too young or too old to be breast aware.
Although this year’s Pink Ribbon is over, donations are welcome at any time and can be made online at https:// fundraise.bcf.org.nz/event/pinkribbonbreakfast/search
For more information, go to: https://fundraise.bcf.org.nz/ Or scan the QR code in the box below.
Collaborative concert of kiwi music
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students Ari and Freya Bodley sang an original, plus a cover of their friend Rachel’s song. “We aimed for a variety of material from the 1940’s to today and chose songs we liked because of the lyrics, melody lines and probably sentimental associations too,” said
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Cupcakes at Billy Kerrisk's Pink Ribbon morning tea. Photo: Supplied.
Hi-tech stage lights ready for hire
The purchase of a set of high-tech theatre lights are soon to give a professional edge to productions here in Golden Bay.
About 18 months ago DramaLab’s Martine Baanvinger and Antony Hodgson from Dance Collective Mohua (d.c.m) saw an affordable opportunity to lift the quality of lighting previously available for all performing arts community groups undertaking performances. They approached local organisations for funding and subsequently Tui Balms, Pupu Hydro, TDC Creative Communities, Trash Palace, Golden Bay Community Trust and FreshChoice contributed to a total of over $12000 raised, with additional input from DramaLab and d.c.m.
The equipment has been purchased and is owned by “Mohua Light Pack” (MLP) operating under the umbrella of Dance Collective Mohua, a registered charitable trust. Hire fees will go back into MLP to support selected local performances at a lower rate and pay volunteers costs.
A boost for producers of theatre, dance and music in Golden Bay, it equally presents a rare opportunity for those young people in the community wanting to upskill in theatre lighting technology before heading out into the world. Antony has been training 17-yearold student Kaito Kameyama for the past four years. Over this time Kaito has become a highly proficient technician and problem solver, helping on a number of performances and undertaking internships on The Nelson Arts Festival in 2023 and 2024.
“I feel that if I’d had access earlier to high quality gear I could have learnt so much more so much quicker, especially going from here into an actual theatre,” says Kaito. “The light pack professional gear is actually industry
standard. This is important; to be able to provide the pathway to get into the industry and start on a lighting designer career, it’s not something you can learn about without getting your hands on the gear.”
With Kaito leaving next year and Antony stepping back, the MLP needs the immediate enthusiasm and input of volunteers to train with them as technicians on actual jobs. While lighting does not necessarily require knowledge of computer technology, it does use lighting software which can be complex.
“There’s room for a lot of different skill sets,” says Antony. “Most of our work is physical... it’s ideally a minimum two-person job; a parent/ child team could be really amazing.”
With three on the team at present, MLP is looking for others to manage the loading, driving, lifting and carrying, and to share the knowledge of rigging, focusing and programming.
“It’s exciting,” says Martine. “That this professional lighting is now available locally as a community asset.”
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From left: Kaito Kameyama, Antony Hodgson and Martine Baanvinger with some of the high-quality gear in the Mohua Light Pack that will boost the professionalism of theatrical and musical productions in Golden Bay and offers hands-on training in theatre lighting technology. Photo: Anita Peters.
Network Tasman is pleased to announce that Jack Malcolm is the second recipient of the Network Tasman Scholarship.
After careful review of all candidates, Jack was selected for his academic achievements, leadership skills, and commitment.
Jack is presently in his fourth year of a Bachelor of Engineering degree at Canterbury University. He is passionate about renewable energy and is looking forward to the challenge of working in the electricity industry as it moves to a low carbon future.
Jack has demonstrated a strong dedication to his studies and has shown promise in making a positive impact in his chosen field. As the recipient of this scholarship, he has received a $10,000 contribution toward his academic fees for this year as well as the offer of work with Network Tasman over the university holidays.
The Network Tasman Scholarship Scheme was introduced to support local aspiring students pursuing a career in the electrical engineering field.
The annual scholarship is offered to students from the Nelson/Tasman region who are studying toward a diploma or degree in electrical engineering. Applications open in August each year.
LETTERS
Collingwood Museum needs you!
What a busy time. The efforts of everyone have brought the Collingwood Museum Society back from a rather scary place to once again being an entity that we can all be proud of.
So much has been happening due to the tireless efforts of the wonderful volunteers.
At Rockville, to mention just a few; the boilers are back in action; a shelter over the Smithy entrance has been erected; lots of painting and also, the efforts of getting the leaks under control. There are new, tidied-up displays, and re-arranged areas. The outside area has been tidied up, and looking so much better. Of late there has been work on the house out the back.
At the Collingwood building, the front has been repainted giving it great street appeal.
The time given by everyone has made such a difference. I do not think we could get a more dedicated team. It is noted and very much appreciated. The museums are something that we can be so very proud of, and I believe that they offer so much to our community.
I am in awe of the amount of work that has been done.
However, we are desperately in the need of new members, and more willing people to lighten the work load of the team. Whether it be in the form of physical workers, or of people that could use their computer skills to produce information labels for our exhibits. This could be an at home job. Also, if someone could only give a small amount of time, they could join the Monday team, to do and hour or two of dusting every month or two. Whatever time that can be given would be so very much appreciated. Feel free to contact me on 021 0297 7367.
Pam
Gardiner, president Collingwood Museum Society
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In ornithological terms Golden Bay is referred to as a staging site. A staging site is a location where migratory birds stop to rest, feed and refuel before continuing their journey. Staging sites predominantly have abundant, reliable food sources and they are used by large numbers of birds sometimes in high concentrations. Birds use staging sites to recover from the physical demands of migration allowing them to build up fat stores for the next leg of their journey. Understanding and protecting staging sites is important for the conservation of migratory bird populations as these sites are vital for their survival.
Currently our coastline is providing food and rest for significant numbers of tūturiwhatu, banded dotterels. These birds are widespread on mainland New Zealand as well as some offshore and outlying islands. They undertake a post-breeding migration to estuaries and other coastal wetlands the length of New Zealand. Many also travel to Tasmania and south-east mainland Australia, a journey of 1600 kilometres. Such an impressive flight for a bird slightly larger than our garden blackbird.
Sadly, the number of banded dotterels that breed in Golden Bay are in decline. This decline is evident at Rototai while at other sites such as Onahau, the Pariwhakaoho, Collingwood and Taupata, breeding birds are no longer present, displaced by three key factors – human activities, habitat loss and predators. There is a glimmer of hope for them in the Parapara Inlet where banded dotterels of breeding age were sighted last summer. The big question is, will they return?
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Feast on French cinema - bon appétit!
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French magician Georges Méliès astonished the world with the possibilities of motion pictures at the dawn of the twentieth century, and today France continues show a special mastery of the beauty and power of film.
In celebration of this, the 2025 French Film Festival Aotearoa has begun, and the Village Theatre has joined major centres throughout the country to bring Golden Bay a diverse an internationally acclaimed selection. Nineteen films will be screening from this week until 8 June.
From the delightful comedy/romance Jane Austin Wrecked my Life tomorrow night, to a spectacular new adaptation (and box office smash) of The Count of Monte Cristo there is literally a genre for everyone. Comedy (some of it “très noir”), romance (“mais bien sûr”), drama and even a superb biopic about the world’s first internationally famous actress: Sarah Bernhardt.
Tonight offers two comedies: The French Job – a wildly entertaining account of one of the most famous art heists of
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Crop Swap Tākaka is a community resilience initiative that sees us gather every second Saturday to share our homegrown or homemade goods. The concept is simple: "Bring to the table, take from the table". There is no trading, or bartering – the tables are filled and then together we choose what to put back in our baskets. No contribution is too big or too small, as everyone's abundance versus needs looks different. And we all go home feeling rich, with our arms or our hearts full.
See the advert in Upcoming Events for full details of this Saturday's Crop Swap gathering.
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Winter has arrived and with it the time to reflect, evaluate and consider possible improvements to the garden. This may mean removing unhealthy fruit or ornamental trees and shrubs, creating a nice outdoor social area or re-doing the vegetable garden beds.
As the rain tumbles down, I am reminded of the importance of dealing with water in the landscape. This involves careful observation of water flows, ponding and infiltration rates to assess whether any infrastructure changes need to be made to reduce waterlogging. Water is essential to life but it can be damaging too.
At Fertile Ground we had to create two breaks, (now pathways) in our 30-metre garden rows, to allow water to flow through the garden when there is heavy rain which floods over the neighbouring fields down from the Rameka. These breaks act as swales, both eliminating large amounts of water easily without destroying beds, as well as filling pathways between the rows that provide moisture to the beds as they dry out. In certain cases, some land excavation with a digger or even a spade to create swales is important to move the water away from productive
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Making raised beds may be a solution to lift the garden soil above any water that inundates the surrounding land after heavy rain. This is especially the case on heavy clay soil like those with Pakahi soil.
Another solution might be installing drainage pipe to shift water away from waterlogging soil. This could involve laying fabric, gravel and piping to get the job done well.
On another tangent, winter could be a good time to tackle other infrastructure jobs that make your property more user-friendly
and add a new dynamic too. This could include adding a pergola with corrugated plastic roof to extend the indoor-outdoor living space. Or perhaps adding PVC panels to the wall sections under the pergola to make the deck space even more inviting when the weather isn’t so pleasant. Adding a pizza oven to the outdoor BBQ area, made of local clay and sand expands the cuisine possibilities. Or perhaps making a gravel pathway to the wood shed rather than muddy lawn improves accessibility. Whatever the project, this down-time could offer a chance to get it done.
GARDEN JOBS FOR JUNE
For those who love propagating your own seedlings at home, now is the time to check the seed stocks and order new seed for the coming spring. If you do save seed or are interested in being part of a local group then come along to the Seed Swap and Local Exchange meeting on 8 June at the Sustainable Living Centre between 10am and 2pm. Those who cannot make that date but have seeds to share please email mohuaseedsavers@gmail.com.
There is winter pruning to do, best done on a descending moon phase in a fine weather period. Prune for shape, openness, accessibility, removal of old spurs (apples and pears) and diseased or dead wood. Best to burn diseased wood. Other woody material can be chipped along with prunings from shelter or ornamental plants, best done while they are dormant. Use as mulch or to make a woody compost. Take cuttings from ornamentals you want to grow more of like rosemary, hebe and fig. Last year’s cuttings can be planted out now, too.
Green leafy vegetables will benefit from a regular liquid
feed. Plant garlic, shallots and onions into fertile ground. Peas and broad beans can still be sown into weeded garden beds mulched with seagrass or seaweed.
Asparagus crowns can be planted into well-prepared beds, mulched with seagrass or straw, for cropping in spring 2028.
Hothouse crops will benefit from more light by cleaning the outer surfaces. Adding a compost heap while tidying up any wild weedy areas will also increase inside temperature, supporting plant growth. Salads, brassicas and other greens can be planted in this warmer habitat.
Most perennial plants can now be planted including herbs, divided herbaceous perennials, fruit and ornamental trees. Prepare ground well and pre-dig a hole to check drainage. A dose of compost and minerals will aid with their establishment.
During this dormant period a spray of seaweed, copper oxychloride or lime sulphur, (but not both together) will help ward off diseases on fruit and other beloved shrubs or trees.
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Sow for transplanting: All seeds 3 and 9 June. Spring onions and leafy greens (spinach, spinach beet, lettuce, endive, Japanese greens, Chinese cabbage, spring cabbages) (also 10-11 June). Flowers and herbs, eg stock (also 8 and 26 June). Sow direct: All seeds 3 and 9 June. Mesclun salad and spring onions (also 10-11 June). Peas and broad beans (2-3 and 29-30 June). Flowers (eg, sweet pea) and herbs (eg, marjoram)(also 8 and 26 June).
Plant: Best until 13-24 June. Onions, garlic, shallots, salad greens, spinach, cabbages, broccoli and cauliflower.
Raised beds and an adjacent drainage ditch providing a solution in wet weather. Photo: Sol Morgan.
Trinity trio earn acting awards
Teentheatre students finally received their Trinity College of London Acting exam certificates recently. All three achieved to a very high standard for their respective acting exams. Levi Petterson, earned a very high Merit for Grade 5 Solo; Maggie Quinn, Distinction, Grade 5 Performing Arts Solo; Poppy Hughes, Distinction, Grade 5 Performing Arts Solo.
Teacher, Ronnie Short, said all three students worked hard across three months before the filming of their polished programmes, which were sent to Trinity examiners for assessment. Levi entered for the first time and found the preparation of two contrasting play extracts plus two devised pieces very challenging. Both Maggie and Poppy have undertaken exams previously, however this time they chose the Performing Arts strand, which required a thematically linked programme fit for public performance. Each performed two contrasting songs selected around a central acting piece.
Celtic Soirée - song and dance
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A Celtic Soirée brings together the energy of a traditional céilidh dance, the intimacy of a live folk concert, and the wild fun of a Celtic dance party – all in one unforgettable evening.
United Vibrations is a live music appreciation movement. Our aim is to create the perfect listening space for the inspired musician and an attentive audience. This winter, we are partnering with local talent Rennie Pearson Music (Half Light, Forgotten Atlas) to bring a Celtic extravaganza to the Tasman region. Three nights, three locations, three chances to enjoy this unique collaboration.
A Celtic Soirée will showcase a traditional céilidh (kay-lee) dance, with a caller to make it beginner-friendly and fun for both the experienced and uninitiated. This is a social dance that involves lively group dancing accompanied by Irish and Scottish folk music. It is characterised by its informal nature, allowing anyone to join in with minimal instruction, making it a fun way to socialise and enjoy music.
This will be followed by an intimate performance from Half Light. Their music combines the virtuoso flute and whistle playing of Melbourne-based Rennie Pearson with Wellington guitarist Bob McNeill's dynamic and intricate fingerstyle. Their’s is a fascinating and fresh approach to traditional folk music that is sure to delight the ears of listeners of all ages.
Rounding out the evening will be the powerhouse ensemble that is Roughtown. Hailing from Auckland, they are on a mission to ignite community passions with their fun, infectious blend of traditional tunes and irresistible grooves. Grasping the universal elements of dance music with both hands, Roughtown makes it impossible to remain still, ensuring a frolicking frenzy of frivolous fun.
There will be food and drinks available to provide refreshment throughout – please bring cash as no EFTPOS will be available on site. Come and support this winter warm-up of great music and good vibes!
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Teentheatre students, from left, Levi Petterson, Maggie Quinn and Poppy Hughes. Photo: Submitted.
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Maidens fight back to claim draw
JO RICHARDS
Golden Bay Shield Maidens hosted high-flying Tahuna Breakers on matchday six of the Women’s Premiership last Saturday.
Looking to bounce back from the previous week’s defeat against top-of-the-table Richmond Foxes, the Maidens got off to a slow start, conceding a goal in the first minute to a crosscum-shot which eluded Stacey Currin-Steer’s gloves.
This was clearly not part of the Maiden’s game plan but the home side stuck to their guns and gradually clawed their way back into the game through sheer grit and hard work. Epitomising the Maiden’s spirit, Jannika Roubos was back from a three-week layoff, and scrapping for every ball.
Up front, the home side’s striker Mazarine Fitzgerald was leading the line well, running through the defence on more than one occasion but repeatedly denied by the visitors’ keeper. Tahuna meanwhile, despite dominating possession, were not creating too much in the way of goal scoring opportunities and, at half-time, the score remained 0-1.
The second half began with controversy and drama: Two minutes after the restart, a Tahuna defender tapped the ball back to her keeper who picked up the ball. The referee deemed it a back pass and awarded the Maidens an indirect free kick
inside the penalty area. The shot, however, sailed wide of the post – a reprieve for the visitors.
The incident appeared to galvanise the home side who were now enjoying good possession and attacking with intent. After a penetrating run down the right flank, Jess Currin-Steer crossed to Fitzgerald who had arrived in front of goal but was unable to get a clean contact on the ball. Then Roubos attacked on the left wing, unleashing a shot that the keeper managed to block. With around 15 minutes left to play, the visitors started to visibly tire as the Maidens kept the pressure on. And the hosts were eventually rewarded when, at the end of a mazy run through the Tahuna defence, Roubos fired the ball into the back of the net to level the scores. Minutes later, the Maidens came close to bagging all three points when a deflected shot eluded the Tahuna keeper only to rebound off the post.
Final score: GB Shield Maidens 1 vs Tahuna Breakers 1.
The result puts the Maidens into fourth position in the Premiership and have a bye this weekend before hosting the Motueka Angels on 7 June.
In the Men’s Premiership, Golden Bay Mountain Goats enjoyed a 2-1 victory in their away match against Nelson Suburbs 3rd XI and are in action tomorrow afternoon at the Rec Park where they take on FC Nelson 2nd XI.
Shield Maiden Mazarine Fitzgerald about to unleash a shot in last Saturday's match against Tahuna Breakers. Photo: Jo Richards.
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Athletes celebrate stellar season
The Tākaka Athletics Club wrapped up a stellar 2024/25 season with a vibrant prize-giving event that celebrated not only athletic excellence but the community spirit that fuels the club.
President Sarah McCleely praised the season’s friendly competition and outstanding sportsmanship, with 15 club records shattered – many by standout athlete Ruby Darwen, who also broke Tasman Athletics and Tasman Secondary School records. Special congratulations went to Ruby, Lucas McCleely, and Ella Baigent, who headed to the South Island Secondary Schools competition and performed amazingly.
The event honored dedicated volunteers, coaches, and supporters. A heartfelt farewell was given to long-time member Wendy Brooks, who retired after over two decades of service.
RESULTS
GOLF: 13 May. Irish Stableford: C Gilbert 64, S Rosser 63, L Jerram 62. Closest to pin: 9/18 S Rosser. 14 May. Stableford: G Bradley 35, P Solly 34, W Rothwell 34. Closest to pin: 3/12 M Dixon, 4/13 W Collie, 8/17 G Rowe, 9/18 P Solly. Twos: G Bradley, W Collie. Best gross: R Dyce 83. 17 May. Hay Cup R3: D Jerram 70, W Rothwell 70, P Solly 72. Closest to pin: 3/12 W Rothwell, 4/13 C Hadler, 8/17 C Hadler, 9/18 S Ransley. Closest to pin: P Solly, N Gardiner. Happy wanderer: S Ransley. Best gross: C Hadler 82. 20 May. 3rd Daisy (Par): C Gilbert +4. 21 May. Stableford: M Shannon 37, S Kerr 37, D Jerram 36. Closest to pin: 3/12 M Dixon, 4/13 C Hadler, 8/17 G Rowe, 9/18 G Rowe. Twos: W Rothwell, P Solly, M Dixon, G Rowe. Twos 7/16: G Rowe, W Rothwell. Best gross: G Rowe. 24 May. Stableford: G Bradley 38, M Shannon 34, D Jerram 36.
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It’s King’s Birthday weekend and that means it’s time for the annual Tākaka Squash Open tournament.
Tākaka Squash Club secretary Sharon McConnon says the number of entries, up on last year, is at the optimum level for the Rec Park Centre facilities. “We have 52 competitors from all around the region and a little bit further afield.”
A full draw means games will be played late into Friday night and both courts will be in constant use throughout the following two days culminating in the finals which are due to be played from around 4.30pm on Sunday afternoon.
The coaching team was applauded for their commitment, particularly Rosie Solly and Maree Fleming for extra training initiatives.
Recognition was given across the board with Colgate 5-Star Awards, most improved titles, and club champion trophies. Notably, Raz Ormsby and Lucas McCleely were named Junior and Senior Club Champions respectively, while Jude Molloy took home the Stuart Kilgour Memorial Trophy for outstanding attitude and encouragement.
The Mark Hope Memorial Trophy for outstanding contribution went to Maree Fleming, reflecting the club’s ethos of dedication, fairness, and fun.
The event concluded with the traditional lolly scramble, sausages, and juicies – fitting for a club that combines athletic achievement with community heart.
Closest to pin: 3/12 R Ancell, 4/13 R Ancell, 8/17 W Collie, 9/18 W Dobbie. Twos: W Collie, G Rowe, R Ancell. Twos 7/16: M Shannon. Happy wanderer: S Ransley. Best gross: W Collie. Club Champs: R Ancell bt C Hadler, N Gardiner bt G Rowe, J Thomason bt R Young.
BRIDGE: 21 May. Onekaka Pairs Session 1. D & L Jerram 54.17%; J Edmondson/R McDonald 54.17%; J Wedderburn/P Wood 53.13%; E Bradshaw/A Telford 54.17%. H/ cap: J Wedderburn/P Wood 54.53%; D & L Jerram 53.29%; J Edmondson/R McDonald 51.72%. 23 May. Autumn Winds Session 3. L Scurr/P Wood 73.75%; C Mead/L Field 62.50%; D Sarll/A Foreman 58.75%. H/cap: L Scurr/P Wood 67.99%; C Mead/L Field 64.34%; D Sarll/A Foreman 55.03%.
Sharon encourages any locals who are interested in the sport to come and watch the weekend’s action. “Anyone heading up for a look is most welcome. There will be some pretty competitive squash being played and, of course, anyone who has been thinking about starting to play or anyone wanting to get back into things, is most welcome to head up and learn more.”
Tākaka Squash Open is at the Rec Centre, Friday 30 May –Sunday 1 June.
Indoor bowls
Recently, a mixed pairs competition was played in Collingwood between the two Tākaka indoor bowling clubs, Motupipi and Rockville and the two Motueka clubs, Lower Moutere and United.
The winning team for the day were Motupipi Club members, Graeme and Heather Hockey and Noeline and Keith Hunter (pictured above).
Well done to the victors and all the others who played and gave them some stiff competition.
Remember the indoor bowls are still going until September and available for anyone to come along and have a go.
Golden Bay athletes were commended for their friendly competition and outstanding sportsmanship in the 2024-25 season. Photo: Submitted.
JO RICHARDS
Action from last year's Open tournament. File photo.
5 Reverses with a 3-point turn and moveable barrier (7)
9 Health professional must initially roll dice (5)
10 Did it contain hens? Tap vigorously sometime back (2,3,4)
11 Dismiss from service as the brass handler (7)
12 Free music for the great outdoors (4-3)
13 Thinks they may have gone wrong (8)
14 Shocks the old man returning with his mates (6)
17 Tosses me out of the dodgy sect in France I got into (6)
19 Anticipates getting a wavy perm. Step out in style (8)
22 Rough weather encountered heading west is a nuisance (7)
24 Romantic padre. Dad goes half American (7)
26 Helper from church not required for chassis. Time for a social worker (9)
27 Disturbed wives’ opinions (5)
28 There’s not much return in their thinking (7)
29 Stops side-ways movement (7)
1 Copy me for a start. I am in charge! (5)
2 They barely get by (7)
by Katie Lavers
TESTAMENTS by Margaret Atwood
Amidst the modern cacophony of binge-worthy series and scrolling social feeds, Margaret Atwood quietly lit a literary fire with The Testaments, a book that somehow feels both eerily prescient and breathlessly gripping. If your introduction to Gilead has been solely through a screen, it's high time to dust off your library card. Atwood may have helped craft a world for television, but make no mistake: this tale was first – unapologetically and gloriously – a book.
Atwood’s unfathomable ability to anticipate the oncoming storm of societal shifts is uncanny. Although a PhD in history and a keen interest in advances in science seem to help. With The Testaments, she whisks us back to the oppressive regime first explored in The Handmaid's Tale, but this time with a narrative that's less contemplative and more akin to riding shotgun in a getaway car.
The narrative unfolds through the eyes of three compelling voices: Aunt Lydia, a formidable architect of Gilead's regime with secrets to divulge; Agnes, a young woman coming of age within Gilead’s oppressive walls; and Daisy, a teenager from Canada who discovers her own tangled connection to the world next door. Their intertwined stories form a tapestry of rebellion and insight, revealing the cracks in an authoritarian facade and illuminating pathways to resistance.
Atwood's mastery of multiple narratives is on full display,
3 Mastermind’s chic! Treat gingerly (9)
4 Would you do this and change your standard? (8)
5 Feeling I get off around (6)
6 Titanic’s nemesis went west then east to get the bird (5)
7 Reptilian native you reportedly included in a show of gratitude, bringing back a rat (7)
8 Abstract artists is what they take off? (9)
13 Insincere praise from a stealthy pursuit taking little time (5,4)
15 Saves jam and pickle (9)
16 Believed it could have improved ones balance (8)
18 See man’s gone swimming in the all together? (2,5)
20 Plays to a thousand. Daily news may carry it (7)
21 Good men eat fish and leaves for the wrong path (6)
23 Go after once open requiring no work - put to bad use. (5)
25 Bets one eats away from the stars? (5)
each voice distinct, each journey tightly paced to a fever pitch. While I won't spoil the specifics, let's just say these women aren't sitting idly by, and their tales are nothing short of revolutionary.
The result? A rip-roaring yarn that pulls you through pages at a breakneck pace, complete with plot twists sharp enough to leave paper cuts.
In this age of reality distortion and dystopian déjà vu, the unsettling reflections of today's America gleam like fractured mirrors. Rising tensions, echoes of authoritarian whispers, and society’s knee-jerk lurches towards extremism undercut the novel’s fictitious facade with chilling familiarity. Atwood’s acerbic wit and incisive insight cut through the noise with scalpel precision, rendering a world that’s almost too close for comfort.
Atwood has not simply crafted a sequel – she’s written a manifesto that serves as a stark reminder of fiction’s power to illuminate truth. One would think that over three decades after her initial creation, the chilling relevance would have waned; instead, we find ourselves staring through the looking glass.
So do yourself a favour: put down the remote, pick up this book, and dive headfirst into Atwood’s audacious imagination. It might just be the most exhilarating, thoughtprovoking adventure you embark upon this year. And when you reach the final page, it might be tempting to stay lost in that world rather than re-emerging into the unsettling realities of our own. A toast, then, to Atwood – "Nolite te bastardes carborundorum”. Let's hope she remains ahead of her time, lest we continue catching up.
Farmers muster for tour out West
JOYCE WYLLIE
On one of those rare windless West Coast mornings a crowd of Golden Bay sheep and beef farmers gathered for a discussion day. The first activity on meeting at the Cape Farewell wool shed was a cuppa, for the important social catch up. Before farm management topics were talked about they heard an address about bird management and the project to re-introduce shearwaters to the Farewell Spit area. The group were privileged to be able to walk into the bird sanctuary with Grant Williams, (one of the management team), to see the burrows which may one day be home to a new population of seabirds.
Grant explained that this project is a "long game". Looking ahead and planning for a future like that is something farmers understand. The day's focus were the two DOC properties at Cape Farewell and Wharariki. Pax Leetch and Ellie Miller now have license to graze these for the next five years, after negotiating the process of "expressions of interest" and concession applications when the previous lessee chose not to renew. Their existing operation is now expanded as this DOC land borders the north of the Nguroa Farm that the couple lease from family. As Pax outlined their plans he said that it is poignant for them that Ellie's Dad, Peter Miller, began his farming career many years ago working for Earl Riley on the Cape Farm where they now graze sheep and cattle. A new experience for the couple is operating a farm where about 100,000 people every year wander across the paddocks where their stock live. Some restrictions limit where cattle can graze but Pax and Ellie are confident that this new block will work well for them and are grateful for the opportunity to "have a go".
Following a barbecue lunch provided by Rural Service
Wharariki Beach. Driving over the hills in a snaking convoy of four-wheel drive vehicles and motorbikes, the group stopped at points to look at stock, discuss management and admire the views. On Pax's suggestion, and due to fine weather, the farm tour was able to complete the loop by carrying on through the boundary gate, across the Miller home farm to the end of Nguroa Road, coming back out at Kaihoka and Westhaven Inlet. Once off DOC estate this is private property with no public access. One local man commented that in all of his 74 years he had never completed that full circuit.
Plenty of jobs could have been done at home on such a calm sunny autumn day, but it was good for all involved that so many chose to head off farm and spend the day together. Relaxing back at Nguroa wool shed at the end of the day, feedback was positive with farmers encouraging Pax and Ellie in this new opportunity and thanking them for sharing their place, plans, enthusiasm and ideas.
Golden Bay sheep and beef farmers gather for a discussion day on a rare windless morning out West. Photo: Joyce Wyllie.
CLASSIFIEDS
AGM NOTICES
GOLDEN Bay branch NZDA AGM, Wednesday 4 June, 7pm, at the River Inn Hotel.
GOLDEN Kids AGM will be held at 4.15pm on Wednesday 11 June at Golden Kids. All welcome.
KAITUNA Track Restoration Society Inc AGM at Collingwood Rugby Club Rooms, 7pm on 19 June. Everyone welcome . Ph 027 227 1283.
PĀKAWAU Community Residents Association Inc AGM, Saturday 7 June, 2pm, Pākawau Hall. Light refreshments provided. Look forward to seeing you there.
The Village Theatre AGM When: Tuesday 10 June 2025
Where: The Village Theatre Time: Doors open at 6.30pm – all welcome for drinks and nibbles. AGM starts at 7.00pm. Movie to follow.
PLEASE consider becoming a committee member and support this wonderful community asset, you will be welcomed with open arms.
Nominations for committee members to be sent to movies@villagetheatre.org.nz by 4 June 2025
Golden Bay A&P Show Annual General Meeting
Tuesday 10th June , 7pm @ Keith Page Hall, SH60 A&P Showgrounds
All welcome
Contact: Show Secretary Anita 027 263 9220 goldenbayshow@gmail.com
GB Promotion Association, Inc
AGM
Monday 9 June 2025, 7pm at the Golden Bay Visitor Centre, Willow Street
GBPA invites “MEMBERS ONLY” to our AGM Join us for light refreshments for our discussion on Shaping our Future
RSVP essential by 6th June to secretary@goldenbaynz.co.nz
ORGANISATIONS may have their committee members’ names printed in this column for free, email admin@gbweekly.co.nz
GOLDEN Bay Animal Welfare Society Inc. President, Lis Pedersen; vice-president, Melissa Cook; treasurer, Josie Williams; secretary, Rita Virtama. Committee members: Carol Wells, Brian McKenna, Dianne McKenna, Janice Win, Sheryl Flanders, Lola Flanders.
COLLINGWOOD Museum Society Inc. President, Pam Gardiner; secretary, Suzy Hall; treasurer, Kaya Blown.
HARRIS & HARRIS
Gladys Rita Harris & Murray Wells Harris
A Celebration of Life/Memorial Service will be held for Family and Friends on Saturday 02 August 2025 at 1.30pm at Shone & Shirley Funeral Services 164 Tahunanui Drive, Nelson.
For more details please contact Derek Harris mail2dgh@gmail.com
Kane Bernard Dooley Sinclair 21.12.1993 – 17.05.2025
Kane lived a happy life with hope and positivity despite the cruel progressive loss of function that Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy gave him.
He was incredibly patient and generous with a sharp wit.
Kane is especially missed by parents Jacqui and Chris, sister Hana, stepdad Brendon, beloved friends Matt, Gabes, Derrol and Liam, caregivers Karin, Tracey, Debbie, Julie, Jo, Jenni and Anna.
Kane died in his own bed surrounded by love.
He was cared for and farewelled at home then buried by family and friends in the Spring Grove Cemetery on 20 May.
Thank you to caregivers and supporters over his 31 ½ years.
Run Free Kane
PUBLIC NOTICES / Pānui a whānui
NARCOTICS Anonymous Golden Bay meeting, Mondays 6pm, 42 Commercial Street, hall behind church. All welcome.
HATO Hone St John Golden Bay Appeal Day takes place on Friday 13 June 2025 at FreshChoice from 10am to 4pm. If you would like to volunteer an hour or so or your time during this day, please can you contact Belinda J Barnes on 021 236 2840. Many thanks.
THE Full Moon Art Group wishes to thank all those who helped to make our recent exhibition such a success. Thank you to all the exhibitors and those who assisted with setting up the show and transporting stands. Thanks to Duncan for poster design and The GB Weekly for advertising support. Thanks to the TDC for the upgrading of lighting which greatly enhanced the exhibition and ensures that the hall is a great venue for future shows. And a special thanks to the more than 400 folk who braved the weather to enjoy the show and ensure its success.
GARDEN Infrastructure Tour: The Sustainable Living Centre want to acknowledge and thanks the hosts of our recent tour: Mike Rimu, Duncan Cavaye, Levity Beet and Gabby Hollis, Fi Balfour and Frederick Leclerc. Your properties were an inspiration to those who attended.
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.
FRESH FM needs your help. Check out our website freshfm.net. We’re a Charitable Trust – a $30 donation (that can be made on our website) is tax deductible.
We are pleased to announce the successful grant applicants of our February 2025 Round:
Abbeyfield Golden Bay Inc
Family Start Nelson Tasman
Golden Bay Community Health
Golden Bay Housing Trust
Experience is a wonderful teacher. Expertise is having the right answers.
With 140 years of helping New Zealanders with their legal and financial matters, there’s almost no situation we haven’t studied or solved. From wills to family trusts, we can offer expert advice and tailor made solutions to any family situation. The team at Public Trust Nelson can visit your home in Takaka, or meet you at Morrison Square, Level 1, Suite 3/244 Hardy Street, Nelson 7010. Give us a call on 0800 371 471 to book an appointment or for more information. publictrust.co.nz
FOR SALE / Hei hokohoko
LAST monster garage sale this Saturday 31 May, 9am start, 31 Waitapu Road. Toyota Rav 4 1994, 176,000km. Wall units x2, cane baskets, TV cabinet, folding table (rosewood), tent, colema board and much more.
SMALL bar fridge, near new. Offers. Ph 021 104 5226.
MOHUA MENZSHED KING'S BIRTHDAY WEEKEND car boot sale, Park Avenue, Sunday 1 June, 10am to 1pm. See advert on page 15.
TABLE saw: DeWALT-DWE7491-XE, 254mm (10”) blade; 2000W motor. Good condition, approximately 10 years old. $750. Ph Raz 027 904 9191.
COVERED trailer (Colorsteel), box size 2.4 long x 1800 wide x 1700 high. Has full-width ramp opening at the back and small electric winch to haul stuff in. Suit tradie, motorcycle, or convert to a little camper. Average condition. $750 ono. Ph 027 447 2887.
AUTOMOTIVE, marine and deep cycle batteries in stock now at Steve Prince Auto Electrical. Ph 027 616 5211. 2014 Great Wall V240 petrol 2WD double cab and canopy,195,000km, average condition. WOF and reg. $2,600 + GST. Cheap, simple, reliable ute. Ph 027 447 2887.
$1,391.50
$1,080.00
$3,500.00
$2,000.00
Golden Bay Riding for the Disabled $1,180.00
Golden Bay Youth Habitat Trust
Golden Kids Early Learning Centre
Mohua Menz Shed
Takaka Village Theatre
$1,500.00
$2,500.00
$2,000.00
$2,600.00
The Tasman Broadcasting Trust t/a Fresh FM $2,441.45
Whenua Iti Outdoors $1,200.00
AGM
Our Annual General Meeting will be held at the Golden Bay Community Centre, 88 Commercial Street, Takaka on Friday, 11th July 2025 at 2.00pm.
If you are planning to attend, please RSVP for catering and seating requirements by using the Contact Us section on our website: www.goldenbaycommunitytrust.org.nz
MASSAGE. Ph Willem 022 134 1726.
MASSAGE. Ph Paul Frika 027 772 7334. 30 years of experience.
MASSAGE AND REIKI, Emma Sutherland (Ameliorate). Ph: 027 487 2639. www.ameliorate.nz.
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
Healing with Grac e MASSAGE & WELLNESS
Marjo van Dijk
Structural
Integration & Clinical Myofascial Practitioner
www.structuralbalance.co.nz 027 781 6865
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, registered. Please phone Ben from Allinson Architecture, 020 471 2479.
ARCHITECT services. Building and resource consents. Residential, commercial and industrial. Chris Pyemont Architects, ph 021 0278 4729.
CARS wanted. Will pick up for free (some conditions apply). Motueka Auto Parts. Ph 03 528 9576.
CERTIFIED Passive House designer. New buildings/alterations/ EnerPhit. Ph 021 211 1339.
CHIMNEY cleaning, handyman. Ph Ry South 022 513 3947.
COURIERS. TG Couriers delivering between Golden Bay and Nelson five days a week. Ph 027 717 7188.
ELECTRICIAN. Rameka Electrical Services. Registered and licensed electrician and inspector available for all electrical work. Ph 020 4126 5338.
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.
GLOW Electrical Services. Friendly local sparky available for your electrical needs, large or small. Ph Dylan 021 250 4959. GOLDEN BAY DIGGER HIRE 1.7 tonne. Ph 027 713 0684.
GOLDEN Bay Storage, Tā kaka. Dry, safe, secure, alarmed, insurance approved. Furniture trailer available. Ph Marg 027 222 5499, goldenbaystorage@gmail.com
Commercial St, Tākaka to view our Luxaflex blind stand. 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.
PICTURE framer. Ph Anna Quartly 027 543 4357.
ROOF spraying and waterblasting. 26 years' experience. Ph Darren Webb Painters Ltd 027 265 0349.
SEPTIC TANKS EMPTIED. Ph Shane 027 647 4913.
SHEERS, curtains, liners, roman blind supplies, duette and roman blind repairs, quality strong curtain tracks. View our vast range fabrics at Imagine designs, 96b Commercial St, Tākaka. Curtains and sheers made locally.
STARLINK supply, installation, and WiFi extension. Ph 020 4084 9238.
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.
LUXAFLEX, blinds, blinds, blinds, "Beauty is in the detail". Ph Tracey at Imagine designs 027 440 0071, showroom 96b
CHURCH SERVICES ON SUNDAYS
GOLDEN Bay Anglican Parish warmly invites you to join them for 10 days of prayer and preparation for Pentecost 30 May–8 June. Services: Worship and Word in the chapel, 7pm at Tākaka on Saturday 31 May and 7 June; Worship service (with communion) Sunday 1 June, 10am at Tākaka or 4.45pm at Collingwood (starting with a cuppa) and culminating with a Combined Churches Pentecost Worship service, Sunday 8 June, 10am, in the Senior Citizens’ Hall. Details of other activities are available via our website: www.goldenbayanglican.nz/ newsletters or displayed at Tākaka Church of the Epiphany.
SACRED Heart Catholic faith community winter timetable: Mass, 1st and 3rd Saturdays, 4pm. Service of the Word with communion, 2nd Sunday, 9.30am, followed by a cuppa. All warmy welcome. No service 4th weekend.
ST Andrews Presbyterian Church extends a warm welcome to join us at 10am for a time of worship and fellowship, with Rev Rhys Pearson.
Sunday services 10am
Monthly worship service–4th Sunday @ 7pm ALL WELCOME
Jesus said, “Blessed are those who believe in me and have not seen me”. John 20: 29 HE IS THE GOD WHO DIED AND ROSE AGAIN!
Kahurangi Christian Church
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, RE-OPENS THURSDAY 5 JUNE.
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.
GOOD AS GOLD CAFÉ, Tākaka. Open Monday-Friday, 7am4pm. Ph 525 8193.
LANGFORD STORE, Bainham. Perfect scones and more. Open 6 days, 9am-5pm. Closed Fridays. Ph 524 8228.
MOLLY B’S, Pōhara. Open from 3pm Tuesday. WednesdayFriday, from 10am. Weekends open at 9am for brunch. Closed Monday. Ph 525 7678.
NIKAU BAR AND CAFÉ, Pōhara. Open 7 days, 8.30am to late. Bookings ph 03 970 3992.
O’SHA. Open Tuesday-Saturday from 11.30am-2.30pm and from 5-8.30pm. Ph 525 6117.
THE MUSSEL INN. Open 7 days from 11am. THE WHOLEMEAL CAFÉ. Open 7.30am-3pm daily.
Roots Bar Wi nter Excuses!
SATURDAY 31 MAY
CROP SWAP GOLDEN BAY. Swap your garden surplus with others. Anglican Parish Hall, 42 Commercial Street, Tākaka. Every fortnight. 10am start, 10.30am finished. Koha for hall. Ph Karen 022 655 9725 for more info.
POSSIBILITIES - BEING PRESENCE CENTRE one year anniversary celebration, 11.11am-4.44pm. 90 Commercial St, Tākaka. See Facebook for details.
SUNDAY 1 JUNE
BADMINTON, REC PARK CENTRE, 6.45-8.45pm. All welcome. Ph Kerry 027 525 7007.
DISC GOLF: 2-4pm, Park Ave. All levels welcome, disc hire $2.
TUESDAY 3 JUNE
BALFOLK SESSION. Learn and explore circle, group and partner dances made new, with amazing folk music. Experienced or new to Balfolk, all welcome. 5pm-6.30pm, Senior Citizens' Hall. Koha appreciated.
DISC GOLF: 4.30pm to 6-ish, Park Ave. All levels welcome, disc hire $2.
GB WEEKLY DEADLINE: noon on Tuesdays. Email us: admin@ gbweekly.co.nz or phone us 027 525 8679. Although it's a short week, deadline remains the same. We'll be at work on King's Birthday Monday as usual too.
WEDNESDAY 4 JUNE
O NEKAKA PLAYGROUP, all welcome, Wednesdays 10am12.30pm, Onekaka Hall.
THURSDAY 5 JUNE
DAYTIME BADMINTON, Rec Park Centre, 9-11am. All welcome. Ph Kerry 027 525 7007.
GB RSA AGM, 7pm Monday 9 June at the Tākaka Fire Station. Public invited - new members welcome.
FREE PALESTINE. Stop the destruction of the country and the killing of the people. Respectful solidarity. Village Green 7 June, 10.30am.
The Mussel Inn Coming Up...
Sun 1st JORDAN LUCK BAND. Tickets online, $60 door.
Thu 5th QUIZ NIGHT - all welcome.
Sun 15th BEER TASTING COMPETITION $30 entry - email to secure your spot now and get practicing!
Wed 18th THOMAS LOEFKE - harp and images from the Celtic Northwest. $15 door.
Thu 19th QUIZ NIGHT - all welcome.
Sat 21st WINTER WARMER - BOOGIE DOWN THE MUSS! for more details see www.musselinn.co.nz
Charity Ball
G B FRIENDSHIP CLUB
meets Friday 6 June, 10am at the Senior Citizens’ Hall
Our speakers are:
Charlotte Squire on Writing Memoirs, and Grant Knowles on “Things you don’t know about Grant Knowles”
Questions welcome as are visitors. Koha appreciated. Queries to Alan Kilgour 027 457 5510
friday
Please note: All movies have subtitles
(M)
7:30 My Brother’s Band (M)
Wednesday 4th
2:00 The Divine Sarah Bernhardt (M)
5:30 How to Make a Killing (R16)
Friday: Southwesterlies becoming strong west of Parapara, gusty at times elsewhere. Some showers over Kahurangi, fine and cloudy intervals elsewhere
Saturday: Southwesterlies, fresh and gusty at times. Some showers over Kahurangi, fine and cloudy intervals elsewhere. A few showers may spread elsewhere later
Sunday: Gusty southwesterlies and some showers in western areas, lighter and mainly fine elsewhere.
Monday: Southwesterlies gradually tending westerly. Mainly fine weather
Tuesday: Westerlies, tending northerly later. Fine but cloud increasing with a few showers in the west later
U3A welcomes
Hamish Hills, a very active and enterprising citizen of Golden Bay, who will present “First Golden Bay Solar Farm” – the development of a huge solar installation on his family’s dairy farm.
Senior Citizens’ Hall, Friday 13 June, 10.30am
All welcome – non-members a gold coin please. Supported with funding from TDC Community Grant.
Please pre-book site: funding@mohuamenzshed.nz, or txt 027 222 4808 Sausage sizzle and hot coffee.
This will become a regular event on the first Sunday of each month – weather permitting.
Further details and rules at https://mohuamenzshed.nz/car-boot-sales/
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.
MOTUPIPI
FABULOUS FAMILY HOME
Immaculately presented & tastefully renovated, this fantastic family home offers quality throughout. Enjoy a rural outlook just minutes from town by car or bike. Features include spacious garaging, off-road parking, gardens, veggie beds, & a glass house. Perfect for family living. Don’t miss out, call me to view.
Belinda J Barnes 021
35 Tōtara Avenue, COLLINGWOOD
FABULOUS SEAFRONT BACH
his stunning seafront home in the tōtara forest boasts views from Pūponga to Farewell Spit. Enjoy sunrises & sunsets from the deck. The renovated bach includes a bespoke kitchen, oak floors, & seaview bedroom. A 35 sqm Min Hall treehouse offers a bunkroom & bathroom. Call me to view.
