Last weekend’s Pōhara Boat Club annual fishing competition was judged to be a whopping success by organisers and competitors. Entry numbers were up on last year with 108 entrants donating a grand total of 485.28kgs of whole fish, with all proceeds going to towards the Nelson/Marlborough Rescue Helicopter and the Nelson Coastguard.
The weather certainly helped this year’s event, with Saturday providing an overcast but calm day on the water, while Sunday was choppier, but balanced with glorious sunshine.
“It wouldn't have been be good sailing day yesterday, but it was an excellent fishing day,” said Boat Club commodore Tom Lake, referring to Saturday’s welcome lack of wind. “It's always a fun event and I think the coolest thing is the boat loads of families that enter. When they come to weigh in, it's all fun and laughter, but no-one gets to see what actually went on in the boat.”
He praised committee member Kelly
Jaquiery and treasurer Daphne Woods for their organisational skills, and everybody else involved in the team effort which makes this Bay-wide competition run so well.
The only hitch seemed to be something completely beyond the committee’s control:
“I’ve heard that quite a few people have lost their catch to sharks,” laughed Tom. “The ‘bronzies’ (bronze whalers) are out there and I think they're catching on.”
Some impressive catches were being taken to the weighing table, presided over by Daphne and her husband Steven, right up until the last minute before the auction on Sunday afternoon. A large six gill shark could barely fit on the scales, while a family from Collingwood had to rifle through their huge catch of snapper to find the largest specimens for weighing.
Nyle Richards’ flashing blade was once again in constant motion as he expertly filleted a succession of catches before Craig Taylor got the auction moving just after 3pm. Shade
beneath the marquees became desirable real estate as the sun beat down, while possibly the freshest fish in the country changed hands at a rapid pace.
The crowd bid generously and eventually an impressive $4019 was raised to be divided between the coastguard and rescue chopper.
Prize-giving began straight afterwards and results can be found on page 2.
Local PR and marketing consultant Shelley Grell and her family joined those who took home prizes for their weekend’s endeavours.“We all had a great couple of days on the water, with a decent haul of good-sized snapper, kahawai, mackerel and trevally,” said Shelley. “We even hooked a ‘kingy’ but sadly had to let it go as it was a couple centimetres undersized. Compared to last year when all we caught was a thresher shark, we did really well this year. It's a great competition to enter and the exceptionally generous prizes make it even more worthwhile.”
Results and more photos on page 2.
Following the holiday break, NZTA’s summer maintenance programme is scheduled to resume next Monday 10 February with roadworks planned for two Golden Bay sections of State Highway 60. The big news is that the infamous Bird’s Hill bump at Waitapu will stay put while work is done to prevent it becoming worse. NZTA system manager Rob Service says it’s important to repair the site and improve its stability. “Any future landslide movement poses a real risk to State Highway 60 in an area where there are no alternative detour routes. Maintaining and preserving access to Collingwood and western areas of Golden Bay is critical.” It’s not a straightforward operation. “To reduce the risk, contractors will carry out substantial drainage work at the slip site above the highway,” says Rob. “This includes building horizontally drilled drains into the slip, constructing cut off drains above the hump, and redesigning and resurfacing the road to allow the current 50 km/hr speed limit to be removed.” He explains why the bump is not getting the push. “The hump is at the toe of the slip and geotechnical assessments show it provides stabilisation, reducing ground movement. To remove it would likely increase slope instability and increase the risk of more movement, particularly after wet weather.
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Steven Woods displays another fresh catch for auction to the enthusiastic crowd at the Pōhara Boat Club Fishing Competition. Photo: Al Hughes.
Roadworks to resume
Heaps hooked at fishing comp
RESULTS
Adult section:
Largest snapper, Todd Bruning, 5.1kg. Average snapper, Phil Rose, 2.4kg. Largest gurnard, Kelly Jaquiery. Average gurnard, Jeff Smith, Kevin Krammer, Dylan Ray, Brittany Krammer, Zodie McKay, .7kg. Largest tarakihi, Kelly Jaquiery, 2.35kg. Average tarakihi, Todd Bruning, .6kg. Largest kahawai, Colin Jaquiery, 2.25kg. Average kahawai, Hayden James, Shelley Grell, 1.3kg. Largest kingfish, Susan Frost, 9.55kg. Average kingfish, Dylan Ray, 7.65kg. Largest blue cod, Zodie McKay, 1.4kg. Average blue cod, Phil Rose, Karen Stephens, .75kg. Largest other, Karen Stevens (rig), 3.35kg. Average other, Susan Sheridan, Rohan Tennant, Hiean Yee, 1.65kg.
Kids section:
Largest snapper, Addison Ray, 5.7kg. Average snapper, Tessa Sheedan, 2.1kg. Largest gurnard, Stevie Rosser, Benjamin Rosser, Bree Dell, Josie Bond, .8kg.
Average gurnard, Nixin Ray, Zen Scott, Isaac Bradley, Addison Ray, .65kg. Largest tarakihi, Isaac Bradley, .65kg. Largest kahawai, Boston Winter, 2.2kg. Average kahawai, Ariana Winter, .95kg. Largest kingfish, Otis Dell, 5.9kg. Largest blue cod, Boston Winter, .65kg. Largest other, Otis Dell (shark), 11.5kg. Average other, Tessa Sheedan, 1.3kg.
POHARA BOAT CLUB
FISHING COMPETITION 2025
Our Fishing Competition was an outstanding success.
We had 108 entries who donated 485.29kgs of whole fish for our auction which we raised $4019.80 giving $2009.90 each to Marlborough Nelson Helicopters and Nelson Coastguard. We also, after expenses, raised $4078.12 for the Pohara Boat Club, very proud of our small team working together to pull this off.
We would like to thank our sponsors: Pupu Hydro Society, NPD Nelson, Takaka Fuels & Fishing, GB Hammer Hardware, Matuku Funerals, Gunsboro Ltd, Unlimited Copies, Nautical Insurance, Pohara Store, Molly B’s, Bay Take Aways, Courtyard Café, Diggs Ltd, NBS Takaka, Nikau Café & Bar, Takaka Paper Plus, Pohutukawa Gallery, T G Contracting GB, PGG Wrightsons Takaka, Tides Restaurant and Bar Nelson, Tui Bee Balms, Sollys Freight, ITM Takaka and Burnsco.
Big thank-you to Nyle for filleting and Garry Vesper for chiller.
We would also like to thank everyone who entered the competition and those who came to support and purchase fresh fish.
Hangdog climbers camp managers Emma de Teliga and Sean James were quick to bid as the auction began. Photos: Al Hughes.
This six gill shark proved to be a challenge for the weighing table.
Nyle Richards takes a rare pause from his filleting duties.
Butcheress brings business to town
Tākaka now boasts a butchery, thanks to local “butcheress” Georgie Moleta. The Butcheress retail space opened a few weeks ago in the former Choco Loco location, next to Golden Bay Organics. When The GB Weekly visited, the butchery boasted a chilled display cabinet and fridge loaded with locally and regionally sourced meat (pork, lamb, beef, Pearl Farms veal), poultry, fish and Kervella cheese. The shop hosted a steady stream of customers, excited by both the abundance of quality produce and the uniqueness and inspiration of some of the cuts such as “boerewors” and pig trotters alongside more traditional cuts.
Georgie credits her mentors for helping develop her skills and resilience to become an artisan butcher, and to operate a business. Since her early years she has learned to work with the whole animal, and she’s eager to pass on that knowledge to others. “I really want to teach people about traditional butchery methods – breaking down the whole animal, being resourceful, and using every part,” she explains. “People are more conscious of where their food comes from now, and I love being able to share that with them.”
Georgie has realised a dream in operating both a home kill and retail operation. She works directly with local and regional farmers to source animals that are ethically raised. These animals are processed into carcasses at an abattoir, after which Georgie and her team take the entire carcass and
apply their skill and creativity to break it down, “nose to tail.”
“We’ve got a real connection with the farms we work with,” Georgie says. “Take the beef we use, for example. The farmers are dedicated to animal welfare, and their story aligns with everything we believe in. You can taste the difference, too. The meat melts in your mouth – it’s just beautiful.”
Georgie is well supported by her team, her partner Paris and her two apprentices Maddy and Renée. One of Georgie’s main goals for her butchery is to teach others her craft. “What fills my cup is having Maddy, Renée, and Paris come through. I am teaching others, and that’s so rewarding.”
The butchery is intended as a hub for learning and sharing, with locals stopping by for advice on how to cook with different cuts or to find inspiration for tonight’s dinner.
“It’s not just about getting your meat; it’s about creating an experience. I want people to feel comfortable asking questions and learning about what they’re eating. I love showing them how to make the most of what they’re buying, and making it more exciting [for customers] to eat the whole animal.”
Georgie is excited to see how The Butcheress evolves, and is keen to supply customers with specialist cuts or requests. “I’ve been so humbled by the response from everyone,” says Georgie. “A massive thank you for the welcome from the other businesses in town, and the support and help from everyone who helped us get the shop up and running.”
ROSA VOLZ
From left, Paris McEnaney, Georgie Moleta, Renée Payne and Maddy Holland at the new Butcheress retail space. Photo: Rosa Volz.
ROADWORKS
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“In this case it is better to work with nature and leave it in place. Site studies have shown the slip’s stability is sensitive to groundwater. So, improving the drainage and removing water from the slope is the best and most costeffective option.”
The work will affect traffic flows from 7am-7pm Monday to Saturday for the next three months. “For a project of this scale, it is unavoidable,” explains Rob. “The project site will be under stop/go during the day. Drivers will still be able to get through but can expect short delays. Outside of work hours, the highway will be open to two lanes.”
The other major project due to begin on Monday is the reconstruction of SH60 through Milnthorpe, which involves removing the existing surface and applying new material on top for a stronger and smoother road surface.
Work is scheduled for 7am-6pm Monday to Saturday until Saturday 29 March. During those times will be stop/ go traffic management and a temporary speed limit of 30km/hr which could cause delays of up to 15 minutes, although emergency services will be accommodated.
For more Information and updates, visit the NZTA website and/or Facebook page.
Hobson's Pledge
LETTERS
The Hobson’s Pledge crew seem wedded to what is purported to be an early draft of the treaty perhaps drafted by James Busby and probably sent to the US by US Consul James Clendon that became known as the Littlewood treaty. That copy was likely to be a back-translation of the Māori version of the treaty that was signed by most Māori. It differed however from the English version of the treaty signed by some Māori. What matter of course is the treaty version that was signed both in English and Māori which all can see at the National Library.
The principles of the treaty, like the principles of natural justice and the like, help guide us to reconcile the two versions as well as relating the “spirit of the treaty” and situation both parties saw for the treaty. Our laws refer to the principles of the treaty and why they need to reflect historical matters. For Māori it was that the governor would control the very unruly European minority leaving Māori to control their own affairs through tino rangatiratanga on their turf.
For those unaware the so-called Hobson’s Pledge, it is attributed to William Hobson, “he iwi tahi tātou” – “we are now one people” appears only have been heard by the printer Colenso. It certainly would not be a sentiment agreed by any chief signing the treaty at Waitangi. Well-informed debate requires people reading good history.
Morris Te Whiti Love Scallop alludes to greater truth
Quite some weeks ago Heather Smith categorically claimed in this publication that a fossilised scallop she had found was 20 million years old. She also told us that David Attenborough's
ammonite was 150 million years old. I challenged these claims but got no response. Lately I've been hearing secondhand intimations of sarcasm so if these closet experts would be prepared to put their remarks into print I'd be happy to respond.
Most readers will see this issue as peripheral – not important – nowhere near on a par with the treaty debate or indeed the disasters in Gaza and the Ukraine – not to mention the global environment issue. However, these latter are ephemeral –transitory. They are swallowed up by history.
Heather's scallop, on the other hand, alludes to a much greater truth and discerning readers will see it. Is there a God or is there not?And this question, of course, has vast eternal repercussions.
Larry Petterson
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GREY MATTERS
Communication has been an ongoing issue not only for Grey Power but for every individual and organisation these days. Old ways of transferring information and making decisions based on this have fallen victim to the news cycle and information overload. In some cases, this has been used for deliberate obfuscation and misdirection.
Our local Grey Power Association, in conjunction with the Top of the South zone including the West Coast and Marlborough, have helped institute changes at the national level to counteract this. Statements of policy used to be approved at quarterly meetings held in person. This meant that responses to current events such as press releases and submissions were unable to be processed in time to be effective. Due to our remit at the Federation AGM a new regime has now been instituted. Electronic communications such as email and Zoom are now used extensively at the board level, which has produced timely communications and increased Grey Power’s profile. This model was trialled at our local level first and is now being overseen by our previous board representative who is now the federation president. It is being seen to work, as a recent statement about proposed reduction in mail services (seen elsewhere in this paper) shows. In Golden Bay, our email list allows for rapid two-way communication.
Another initiative that has emphasised communication is “Pae Ora”, where local groups meet to share developments and liaise to improve health outcomes for residents from schoolchildren to seniors. The cross fertilising of ideas and good will towards other sectors of the community speaks well for the
Bay’s future. Some of these groups continue to be interviewed by Otago medical students yearly, and their feedback not only helps in our analysis but gives them a better picture of rural medicine.
One cause of difficulty for some seniors on a fixed income is the continuing rise in rates. With Motueka, we’ve discussed the idea of a rate deferment with the mayor but TDC staff are not supportive, despite Nelson having such a scheme. We will attempt to get Grey Power Federation to compare other districts and develop a national policy which we can use to continue lobbying.
The situation is similar for drivers over 75 years old. There is no national criteria at the moment for determining competency and this has had an adverse impact, especially in rural districts. Grey Power is working on an acceptable standard to lobby the government with. Examples from members nationally show how communication has fuelled this effort.
On another front, the TDC is making excellent progress in rezoning parts of Tākaka to help enable the building of more residences for seniors and others who need to be close to services. You can make submissions on these changes and the sooner they are made the better.
Of course Grey Power, along with Rural Women, will continue to host “Meet the Candidates” sessions. It’s essential to our democracy that this form of communication continues for rational decision making. While we can still do this at local level and lobby Parliament at national level, New Zealand can still be an example to an often over-intermediated information world.
SUBMITTED BY MICHAEL DELCEG
Tuakana Teina Big Brothers Big Sisters of Nelson-Tasman
Community health survey to launch
RONNIE SHORT
A group of health, wellbeing and education providers throughout Golden Bay, known as the Pae Ora Alliance Partnership Group, are collaborating to launch a community engagement survey.
Due for release on 14 February, people aged 15 years and above are invited to complete the survey in anonymity.
This community engagement project is governed by the Alliance Partnership group, contracting Nina Griffith as project lead. Funding was sourced through the community-led Small Initiatives Fund from Department of Internal Affairs, a one-off fund available in the 2023/24 financial year.
Nina stated, “Existing data about our community is poor, and we are bundled in with other regions. As a community, we need to ensure the things we are investing in are making a meaningful difference… and the changes happening align with what our community wants. It’s anonymous. Honest thoughts and feedback will help us understand what matters most to you and create effective strategies for improvement.”
General manager of Golden Bay Community Health, Ruth Robson said, “We just want to take the pulse of our community and see what matters for the people who live here, and what they aspire to, to improve their health and wellbeing. So we really encourage people to participate. We want to serve our population in the best way, so by people participating that will enable us to meet their needs.”
A blooming good idea
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After seeing how many floral arrangements were thrown away after last year's A&P Show, 13-year old Tilly Orchard came up with the idea of recycling the exhibits to allow more people to enjoy them.
Collaboration between the service groups and organisations is about maximising resources for the Golden Bay community. Quite often just small amounts of funding are received due to the small population. Through the power of collaboration those small bits can be put to better use and strengthen a service.
In addition to MSS and GBCH, local services in the alliance group include; Manawhenua ki Mohua, Age Concern, St John, Te Whare
Premal Gauntlett, manager of Mohua Social Services, has been supporting the process. “My role is helping promote the survey in the community and supporting the community to participate. MSS has contributed questions which will help with planning going forward.”
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Information received will be used by the alliance members to support the people they serve and respond to community needs. The alliance thanks the community in advance for taking the time to participate in this very important anonymous survey. “This is your chance to mould the services you want in Golden Bay.”
RAINFALL FOR JANUARY
Rainfall Raindays Heaviest fall
Te Hapu 106mm 8 42mm on the 25th
Kaihoka 124mm 14 55mm on the 25th
PŌhara 129mm 8 42mm on the 4th
Ligar/Tata 140mm 15 36mm on the 4th
Hamama 141mm 12 72mm on the 25th
Glenview Rd 169mm 13 53mm on the 25th
Rototai 183mm 13 52mm on the 4th
Collingwood 187mm 18 48mm on the 25th
Onekaka 189mm 13 47mm on the 25th
Bainham 199mm 13 75mm on the 25th
Puramahoi 328mm - 65mm on the 25th
Tilly, who wanted to ensure that the most was made of the best blooms, decided to recycle them for the local rest home so that the residents wouldn't miss out on the beauty of the Booth completely. At the end of the show, two large blue "bottle" bins were quickly filled, as exhibitors deposited whole arrangements, including vases.
With the help of her friend Yanna Moeltgen (14) Tilly then set about repurposing them into more than 20 new bunches and posies – a task that took them until after 8pm. But it was worth all the effort as, the following morning, the new arrangements were delivered to the aged care facility at Golden Bay Community Health.
South for winter
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NZ-formed and Nashville-based trio South for Winter has travelled across the pond for a 27-date tour in support of their new concept album, Of Sea and Sky. The act is composed of married couple, Christchurch-born Nick Stone and Coloradan Dani Stone, as well as Michigander Alex Stradal. Together the three multi-instrumentalists and songwriters combine elements such as percussive acoustic guitar, cello, mandolin, suitcase stomp, resonator guitar, and effortless harmonies into a genre-bending sound described by American Songwriter as "impeccable”.
Their new concept album, Of Sea and Sky – recorded with multi GRAMMY award-winning producer Matt Leigh in Nashville TN and released in 2024 – has already reached hundreds of thousands of listeners, raised over $20,000 in support via a Kickstarter campaign, and sold out shows around North America, New Zealand, and Europe.
At the Mussel Inn 12 February. See ad page 14 for details.
Pae Ora Alliance Partnership group members encourage the community to participate in the survey.
From left: project lead Nina Griffith; Mohua Social Services manager Premal Gauntlett; and Golden Bay Community Health general manager Ruth Robson. Photo: Ronnie Short.
From left, Yanna Moeltgen and Tilly Orchard with their repurposed floral arrangments at GBCH. Photo: Supplied.
In praise of the versatile zucchini
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ACROSS
1 Hold it! Sounds like feline leg-ends (5)
4 Leader is back home in the wild with nothing tied badly (9)
9 Idle and may not move as much (9)
10 Creeper has the alternative to Jumbo’s prize (5)
11 Drive with face and look foolish (3,2)
12 Scarface has a gun. Phone creator sounds a warning (9)
13 Scram and worry about location (3,4)
15 One in Paris returns to us about a doubtful link (7)
18 Tells of a setback experienced after a real shock (7)
20 Rodent getting into bakery products could be main problem (7)
21 Not concerned with a way to return quote (9)
23 The very best hotel I tell people to be found in (5)
25 Cry loudly about first real scrap (5)
26 Choose in a rush to produce a second-sitting (9)
27 I turn and see Mali’s capital in turmoil. They are revolting! (9)
28 It’s ghastly to hear you are to be found in cover (5)
DOWN
1 Rider has ticket - possibly green (9)
2 We’ve heard you provide vocal accompanimentjust for kicks (5)
3 Corroding from within at the restaurant (6,3)
4 Refined English member with one of the social group (7)
5 Aloof demeanour at first disappears. Not initially taken as sudden (7)
6 Distaste shown for common salt’s component lacking sulphur (5)
7 Flattened and sorted (6,3)
8 It’s true - it could be composed for brass maybe (5)
14 William Archer, a bit able to spot the difference (4,5)
16 An important part of thinking loosely never found in jail (5,4)
17 Put off being badly used by accepting pay-out (9)
19 Fix for nothing - it could be loose (3,4)
20 Pick them as criminals nicks (7)
21 Snap repository? (5)
22 That chap, little Leonard Marlowe’s fleet launcher (5)
24 Meantime I am briefly leaving to go under (5)
GOLDEN BAY ORGANICS
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It is definitely zucchini time of the year in our garden again. With the recent damp weather they are growing quickly and if I miss harvesting for a couple of days, there are small marrows hiding under the leaves of my plants. Some seasons my zucchini leaves develop mould and don't produce well, but this year three plants are producing abundantly. I am not complaining, as they are a versatile vegetable and we can enjoy a revolving repertoire of zucchini patties, quiche, or zucchini grated in stews or cake. To that list I have now added zucchini pâté.
Zucchini Pâté (gluten free)
Ingredients
1kg zucchini
1 tablespoon salt
50gm butter
4 eggs
300ml cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs
(parsley, mint, tarragon, chives or chervil mixed)
Black pepper, to taste
Pinch of cayenne
Method
• Grate the zucchini into a colander and sprinkle with the salt. Stir well and leave for an hour then drain off liquid before rinsing in cold water and patting dry with paper towel.
• Melt butter, add the zucchini and cook over a low heat for 10 minutes. Stir occasionally until soft. Leave to cool.
• Line a well greased loaf tin with grease-proof paper.
• In a bowl, mix the eggs and cream, then stir in the cooked zucchini.
• Add the chopped fresh herbs.
• Stir well and season with black pepper and a pinch of cayenne.
Pour mixture into the prepared tin, cover with foil. Place the loaf tin in a dish and pour water in the dish to half way up the tin.
• Bake in oven at 350°F for one and a quarter hours until pâté is firm.
• Leave it to cool then carefully turn it out into a serving dish.
• Once cool, pâté can be covered in whipped cream and freshly chopped herbs or eaten plain with fresh bread, cucumber slices, tomato wedges and lettuce.
Now I need to grate some more of the zucchini that has built up and freeze them in bags to be used in patties, quiche, stews or pâté when zucchini season arrives again.
JOYCE WYLLIE
Zucchini plants have produced abundantly this season meaning the vegetable features in meals most days. Photo: Joyce Wyllie.
Business moving with the times
JO RICHARDS
It’s been a busy decade for the owners of the region’s preeminent laundry service and its only dry-cleaners.
Now celebrating 10 years at the helm of Nelson-based Master Valet, Bev and Darryl Hamilton have ridden economic ups-and-downs, adapted to trends, modernised operations, moved to larger premises and expanded services, all while remaining committed to serving and supporting their community.
Their commitment reaches all the way across the Top of the South – including to Golden Bay, where customers can pick up and drop off their laundry and dry-cleaning for weekly turnaround at Master Valet’s Tākaka agent, Stitch ‘n Sew, based at the Golden Bay Workcentre campus.
Over the years, modern fabrics have had a major impact on the business. Darryl explains that demand for dry-cleaning has declined dramatically as a result of the increasing use of manmade fibres. “When there weren’t so many synthetics; wool and silk needed special dry cleaning. Now 70 to 80 per cent of all garments are synthetic.”
Although materials may change, the focus on the customer –whether retail or commercial – remains the same. “It’s a service game,” says Bev.
Diversity within their commercial customer base, which encompasses fishing, forestry, hospitality, and the food industry, means the business is resilient to sectoral variations.
“We cover all the industries, so if one’s down, the other’s up,” says Bev.
The business, a member of the Apparelmaster group, has grown from an initial four employees to its current payroll of 16. It remains on an upwards trajectory. “We’re still in a growth phase,” says Darryl. “We have capacity on the industrial side and the retail business is very busy.”
With their burgeoning business needing room to expand, in 2023, the couple moved operations from Collingwood Street to the former Courier Post building in Gloucester Street.
A tour around the facility shows the new location clearly provides plenty of space for the operations as well as a spacious working environment. While the main floor is a hive of activity – washing, drying, pressing and stitching repair-work – one part of the building remains empty – a large room with a glass shop front. “This will be a laundromat – making laundry care more accessible and convenient for our customers,” explains Darryl, adding that it’s scheduled to open for business in late March.
As Darryl and Bev enter their second decade in the business they reiterate their commitment to customers, staff and community. “We’re here to make life cleaner, simpler, and more convenient for everyone.”
Master Valet Golden Bay Agent: Stitch ‘n Sew, Room 15, GB Workcentre, 84 Commercial Street, Tākaka. Open: Tuesday and Friday, 10am-4pm, or by appointment on 027 263 9220.
Owners of Nelson-based Master Valet, Darryl and Bev Hamilton. Photo: Jo Richards.
On Sunday 16 February everyone is invited to explore the river at Waitapu during a day of community activities with the highlight being a guided drift snorkel.
The free event is a collaboration between Tasman Bay Guardians (TBG) and Manawhenua ki Mohua, along with Fish and Game and "Check Clean Dry".
Workshops and demos will be held on a number of topics including macroinvertebrate (bug) identification and Check Clean Dry demonstrations. There will also be an opportunity to help with the native planting restoration project under Waitapu Bridge.
TBG will be running an Experiencing Marine Reserves (EMR) community guided drift snorkel which is suitable for ages seven and over with no experience required. All the necessary equipment will be provided.
Participants are requested to pre-register at: https:// WaitapuCommunityRiverSnorkel.eventbrite.co.nz.
To help ensure that the day runs smoothly, snorkellers are advised of the following:
• Check confirmation email for registration time (it will be 10am, 11am, 12pm or 1pm). No need to print tickets – providing names on the day is sufficient.
• Go to the TBG registration tent to sign in.
• Participants will be fitted with gear and matched with a friendly snorkel guide. Snorkellers may bring their own gear, however, full-face masks are not permitted. Snorkel, mask, fins, wetsuits, boogie boards and fish ID charts will be provided.
• There will be a safety briefing before participants try out their gear in the shallows and explore the water with their guide and group for up to 20 minutes.
After emerging from the water at the end of the drift snorkellers will be able to warm up by grabbing a free sausage. Raffles and merchandise will also be available but eftpos facilities are not so cash is required.
For further information, email: thalassa@mountainstosea. org.nz.
Koha is welcomed. To make a donation/koha navigate back to tickets on Eventbrite and click "donate".
JO RICHARDS
A group driving Golden Bay towards a sustainable future has marked another milestone on its journey.
Mohua 2024, a local charitable trust with a vision of “a flourishing community that is adaptable, caring and inclusive”, and that “works in concert with nature to preserve and improve our environment” recently released its sustainability report.
Two years on from the publication of its Sustainable Strategy, Mohua 2042’s latest report aims “to celebrate and showcase the diverse ways individuals, organisations, initiatives and businesses in Golden Bay are contributing to this collective vision of sustainability”.
The 36-page document achieves this with snapshots of more than 30 local organisations working on a wide range of initiatives concerned with everything from food to funerals, and wellbeing to weed control.
Featured sustainability projects:
Anahata, Bacca Bakery, Degrowth Group, Fonterra Golden Bay, Forest & Bird, Golden Bay Cycle & Walkway Society, Golden Bay Sustainable Living Centre, HealthPost, Kokalito, Matuku Funerals and Farm, Mohua Repair Café, Mohua 2042, Mohua Repair Café, Motupipi Primary School, Papa Taiao, Project De-Vine, Project Mohua, Regenerative Farm, Regenerative Farming Group, Ren Xue Centre, Rites of Passage Foundation, Tākaka Cohousing, The Peaceable Kin-dom, The Unseen and Sam’s Creek Films, The Wellbeing Protocol, Tui Balms, Tui Community, Woven Social.
While presenting a broad cross-section of sustainability projects across the Bay, it is by no means a comprehensive picture. “There are other projects going on that we weren’t able to include,” says Mohua 2042 trustee Debbie Pearson, explaining the tight publication deadline.
Those included, however, show that the road to sustainability is paved more by deeds than words, with many practical solutions being implemented by individuals and organisations “walking the walk”.
The one-page project summaries provide a useful introduction to each initiative, but for anyone looking to dig deeper, website addresses and/or contact details for each project are listed in the report.
Debbie explains that Mohua 2042 is collaborating closely with one of the initiatives – The Wellbeing Protocol App – to empower the community to allocate grants for projects based on local needs and priorities. She expresses her gratitude to donor organisations, especially Golden Bay Community Trust, Top of the South Foundation, Tasman District Council and Network Tasman. “That makes it all possible,” she says. Reference copies of Mohua 2042 Sustainability Report are available at TDC Service Centre Tākaka, and Tākaka Library, or online at: https://www.tasman.govt.nz/document/serve/ Mohua%202042%20Sustainability%20Report%202024%20 web.pdf?DocID=36038
WHITWELLS MENSWEAR
Tākaka Cohousing, one of the projects featured in Mohua 2042 Sustainability Report, has created 34 healthy homes in a cohousing community plus The Common House pictured above. File photo.
Musical to debut at arts festival
DramaLAB’s first ever musical production to be performed as part of the Golden Bay Summer Arts Festival has been dubbed a "dramedy" (a comedy/drama), by director Martine Baanvinger. Developed by her training group of nine actors, their individual characters were created based on the distinguishing traits of animals. Three themes underpin the story: “rabbit holes”, “transformation through loss” and “truth to self” in what Martine describes as looking into the mirror of life.
“It shows parts of ourselves that we’re critical about,” says Martine. “It’s challenging.”
Reflective of the thriving festival scene of Golden Bay, the musical is literally set within a “Conscious Festival” already underway, titled “Rescue: Remedy. The musical”. The performance venue will be an impressive, grand scale setup where the Pōhara hall is transformed into a festival site with various zones, including healing tents, a workshop tent, a café and market.
“You’re actually involved in a whole event which makes it a full evening experience,” says Martine.
The nine animalistic characters are all healers from diverse backgrounds, brought together by the festival director wanting to change the world. Her over all intention is to heal mother nature rather than waiting for governments or businesses to act. While the festival represents the natural world, the
opposing threat is technology, particularly AI, which is expressed in physical theatre through dance and movement.
These actors are fully committed to their performance, having rehearsed several times a week for months.
“Of course, putting nine strong characters together in one place can cause disruption,” laughs Martine. “It’s complex, a psychological exercise. While descending into this massive rabbit hole they unpeel layers of themselves and feel each of their egos confronted by their past and future. It’s full of funny characters and comedy, but it’s also tragic.”
An earlier fundraiser, plus gratefully received sponsorship from the Arts Council, RSC, Trash Palace, FreshChoice and Pupu Hydro Society have contributed to this ambitious production, including the payment of four professional musicians. It also enabled the whole group to attend an intensive four-day retreat to Tōtaranui where individually composed songs were debuted under the direction of Craig Denham and Hera Livingston.
“It was a huge challenge, (but) everyone embraced it. Musically, it’s become an eclectic collection of genres depending on what fitted each character. Over all, this is a full experience, a really off-beat theatrical event.”
At the Pōhara Hall, 12, 13,14 and 19-23 February, 7.3010.30pm. Tickets: $20-$35, available from GB Community Arts Council website or see DramaLab's Facebook page.
Raising funds for emergency kit
JO RICHARDS
Golden Bay Community Health (GBCH) has launched an appeal for funds to replace vital medical equipment.
The two emergency cardiac monitor/ defibrillator machines currently in use are almost beyond resuscitation, according to GBCH general manager Ruth Robson. “Our existing equipment is now aging and out of date and more difficult to get new parts and replacement batteries.”
The fundraising campaign was given a jump start at the recent Golden Bay A&P Show where the staff from Nelson Bays Primary Health and GBCH, who hosted a trade stand, showed off a Zoll-manufactured device similar to the units they are aiming to acquire.
Ruth, who estimates the purchase cost of two new Zoll machines to be around $60,000, says that contributions to the cause will prove to be a sound investment for the community’s wellbeing. “Any one of us may need emergency help sometime in the future, so it will be good to know our local medical teams have quality equipment to do their job.”
Donations can be made to account number 12-3193-0015957-00.
ANITA PETERS
DramaLAB's Monday night training group including director Martine Baanvinger (centre) interacts with musician Hera Livingston during rehearsals for the musical to be performed during the upcoming Golden Bay Arts Festival. Photo: Anita Peters.
From left, GBCH general manager Ruth Robson and nurse manager – practice Rosie Whittaker show off a Zoll cardiac monitor/defibrillator. Photo: Jo Richards.
Orienteering
Cricket final: bad weather for Ducks
She was part of the three-person New Zealand women's U18 team that convincingly won the relay on very complicated pine-covered sand dunes, coming in 36 minutes clear of second place.
Lani also gained a bronze medal in the middle distance event and equal fourth place in the long distance event.
GOLF
29 January. Stableford: N Barnes 39, P Solly 37, G Bradley 36. Closest to pin: 3/12 W Rothwell, 4/13 N Barnes, 8/17 C Hadler, 9/18 S Kerr. Twos: N Barnes. Best Gross: N Barnes 80. 1 February. Stableford: S Ransley 43, C Hadler 39, M Shannon 39. Closest to pin: 3/12 J Thomason, 4/13 G Ryan, 8/17 C Hadler, 9/18 W Dobbie. Twos: J Thomason, R Young. Happy Wanderer: G Ryan. Best Gross: C. Hadler 80. BRIDGE
29 January. Collingwood Pairs Session 3. R McDonald/ J Goodman 57.14%; P Panzeri/J Pemberton 56.94%; J Harper/H Curtis 55.56%. H/cap: P Panzeri/J Pemberton 55.25%; R McDonald/ J Goodman 53.95%; P Nelson/P Wood 52.92%.
Golden Bay’s Geoducks, aka "Gooeys", came close to bringing home the Sealord Cup and enjoying a fairytale return to the Nelson Cricket league last Saturday but were undone, at least in part, by the fickle weather and a mathematical formula.
Despite the threat of rain the match attracted an enthusiastic crowd, according to Nelson Cricket Association’s cricket coordinator Dustin Emms-Healey. “It was a fantastic game with around 100 in attendance, more than half of which were Golden Bay Cricket Club supporters, who were vocal throughout.”
Facing Stoke-Nayland Reserves, Golden Bay’s 1st XI won Saturday’s toss at Saxton Oval and elected to bat.
The afternoon began well, with the opening partnership of Sam Berkett and Bradley Edmondson accumulating 107 runs before the former was clean bowled shortly after reaching a half-century. His replacement Blake Cottle scored freely knocking up 29 runs in 21 balls until both he and Edmondson were dismissed within three deliveries. With the innings total standing at 152/3 Hamish Hills and Greg Edmondson took on the responsibility of building a score and had moved it on to 229 runs when Hills was caught off the bowling of Ben Naylor
in the penultimate over. His replacement Simon Bruning was dismissed in the same over leaving Edmondson and Dale Green at the crease for the final six balls after which the innings finished at 234/5.
It was a decent and defendable total but, after play was suspended when the threatened rain arrived, the Duckworth–Lewis–Stern (DLS) formula was applied with the effect of reducing Stoke-Nayland’s innings to 25 overs and setting a revised target of 172 runs to win.
Needing to make a fast start, the Gooey bowlers soon got into their stride, taking wickets at both ends and, by the end of the 11th over, had reduced Stoke-Nayland to 58/6. But, as his batting partners had come and gone, Brendan Hodgson dug in and kept the score ticking over nicely. And it was Hodgson who, having survived several catching attempts, hit the winning runs – a six over square leg – with 10 deliveries to spare, and finished the match on 95 not out.
Nelson Cricket Association 2nd Grade Final – result: GBCC 1st XI 234/5 (40) vs Stoke-Nayland Reserves 172/7 (23.2). Stoke-Nayland win under DLS rules.
Lani Murray represented New Zealand at the recent Oceania Orienteering Championships, held near Bulls in the North Island.
Lani Murray (centre) with teammates. Photo: Supplied.
Golden Bay's 1st XI "Geoducks" batting in the Nelson Cricket Association 2nd Grade Final at Saxton Oval last Saturday. Photo: Supplied.
PERSONAL NOTICES / Pānui ake
HODGKINSON, Robert. Robert passed away on 1 February 2025 at his home in Perth surrounded by his family. Loved husband of Dawn and proud father of Cassandra, Mathew and Rebecca. Robert was the youngest son of Les and Daphne Hodgkinson of Tākaka. He will be sadly missed by his extended family. A celebration of Robert's life will be notified at a future date.
AGM NOTICES
U3A AGM Friday 14 February, 10.30am, Senior Citizens’ Hall. Find out about U3A activities and interest groups for seniors
PUBLIC NOTICES / Pānui a whānui
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.
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. Are you willing to host a fundraising event to support local radio? Or help run one? Check out our website freshfm.net. We’re a Charitable Trust – a $30 donation (that can be made on our website) is tax deductible.
GB WEEKLY: Stitch ‘n Sew, Tākaka is our agent or you can email us: admin@gbweekly.co.nz (preferred). Office hours are Monday-Wednesday, 9am-5pm. Ph 027 525 8679.
The Whittaker Trust
Funding Applications – February 2025 (applications close Friday 21 February 2025) Applications are invited from local organisations seeking financial assistance to improve the quality of life for the sick or elderly members of the Golden Bay community. Application forms are available from: The Whittaker Trust secretary, Jaine Lindsay, email: r-j.lindsay@xtra.co.nz
Completed applications must be submitted no later than 5pm, Friday 21 February 2025 either to: 457 Hamama Road, RD 1, Takaka 7183 or to: r-j.lindsay@xtra.co.nz
Takaka Dog Trial Club
After another great weekend of dog trialling we wish to thank everyone who has supported the trials by sponsorship or by time and effort, including landowners, throughout our long history.
129 years of dog trialling in Golden Bay is something for us all to be proud of. Thanks to everyone who contributes to our success.
Thanks to major sponsors: Sollys, PGG Wrightson, FMG, NBS, Taylor Preston/CR Grace, Verity Farms, Datamars and our long-time supporters: Rural Service Centre, Tradezone Takaka and Segard Masurel, also Ravensdown, Taimate Angus, Aerial Land Management, Hammer Hardware, TG Contracting, Elanco and The GB Weekly for outstanding coverage.
CLASSIFIEDS
Golden Bay Pottery Club
Golden Bay Pottery Club gratefully acknowledges the generous contributions these organisations have made towards the purchase of our NEW kiln Thank you
Golden Bay Community Trust
Top of the South Community Foundation
Pupu Hydo Society
TDC Community Grants
Golden Bay Community Board Discretionary Fund
Fresh Choice Tākaka Trash Palace
Maureen Pugh West Coast - Tasman MP
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. Pizza night every Saturday, dine in or takeaway, 5-7.30pm Ph 524 8194.
COURTYARD CAFÉ, Tākaka. Open 7 days, 7am-5pm. Also, bookings for dinner. Ph 525 8681.
DANGEROUS KITCHEN. Open Wednesday-Saturday, 9am8pm. For bookings and takeaways ph 525 8686.
DE-LISH DELICATESSEN . Sumptuous, delicious food. Lunches, catering, coffee, chocolate, cheeses and epicure items. Weekdays from 6.30am. Ph 525 7111.
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 Monday, Tuesday. Wednesday-Friday, from 10am. Weekends open at 9am for brunch. 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. Now open 5 days, weather permitting, 11am-5pm. CLOSED TUESDAYS AND FRIDAYS. totoscafegallery@gmail.com, ph 03 970 7934.
PUBLIC NOTICES / Pānui a whānui
HEALTH & WELLBEING / Hauora
APOTHECARY, medical herbalist, iridology, reflexology, reiki. Lisa Williams, ph 027 451 9797, www.goldenbayiridology.com
BE HELD. Attunement therapy with Bei Tretiakov. Sessions 2.5 hours, $150. For more info www.attunementtherapy.com. Until mid-March only. Bookings: anopportunitytoheal@gmail.com.
MASSAGE. Ph Willem 022 134 1726.
MASSAGE. Ph Paul Frika 027 772 7334. 30 years of experience.
NATURAL Nailcare Studio: High quality, non-toxic nailcare, using the Dazzle Dry polish system. Specialising in pedicure services. Ph or text Amy 020 4079 0646.
Providing hypnotherapy, NLP and Clifton strengths coaching to the people of Golden Bay & beyond!
Rachael - 022 637 0497 I goldenbayhypnotherapy.com
Healing with Grac e
MASSAGE & WELLNESS
Marjo
van Dijk
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.
GOLDEN Bay Storage, Tā kaka. Dry, safe, secure, alarmed, insurance approved. Furniture trailer available. Ph Marg 027 222 5499, goldenbaystorage@gmail.com
HANDYMAN. Carpentry, small building, chainsawing, other jobs to be discussed. References provided. Ph Shaun 027 880 3535.
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.
SEPTIC TANKS EMPTIED. Ph Shane 027 647 4913.
SEWING SERVICE, NEEDLES, THREADS, WOOL, BEADS. Stitch ‘n Sew ph 525 8177.
STARLINK supply, installation, and WiFi extension. Ph 020 4084 9238.
STUMP grinding specialist. Tree care and property maintenance. Ph Carl 027 263 5353.
SUMMER fruit pruning, sustainable property advice and management, edible landscaping, soil testing, garden mentoring. Sol Morgan, GroWise Consultancy, ph 027 514 9112.
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.
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
HELPING HANDS ph 525 6226. Te Whare Mahana Supported Employment. Lawnmowing, line trimming, garden maintenance, riparian planting, scrub-cutting, gutter cleaning, recycling, pothole repair, waterblasting, window cleaning, house moves. How can we help?
KRW Contracting. Tiling, Ardex licensed waterproofing applicator, blocklaying and bricklaying. Ph Ken 021 307 019. No job too big, no job too small.
LUXAFLEX, blinds, blinds, blinds, Beauty is in the detail Ph Tracey at Imagine designs 027 440 0071 or visit 96b Commercial St, Tākaka to view our Luxaflex blind stand, curtain, sheer and liner fabrics, also half price short ends of high end fabrics.
Takaka
TRADES AND SERVICES / Mahi a ratonga
FOR SALE / Hei hokohoko
AUTOMOTIVE, marine and deep cycle batteries in stock now at Steve Prince Auto Electrical. Ph 027 616 5211.
Sheers, curtains, Luxaflex blinds, liners, roman blind supplies, duette cord repairs, quality curtain tracks. View our vast range products at Imagine designs, 96b Commercial St, Tākaka.
NATIVE trees and grasses at TLC Nursery. Big grade trees available and welcoming orders now. Ph 525 6183.
FLORIST. Place your order online www.goldenbayflowers. co.nz or ph 027 758 1138. Teresa Brough Designer Florist.
SITUATIONS VACANT / Tūranga wātea
CAREGIVER WANTED
• 2 mornings per week
• 9am to 12 with some extra hours available from time to time
• Experience not needed
• 3km from town
• Please contact me before 1pm or after 5pm Ph 03 525 8890 or txt 027 446 8892
Community Mental Health Team Support Worker
Permanent part-time, up to 24 hours/week, plus after-hours on-call roster
Te Whare Mahana’s Community Mental Health Service (CMHS) is seeking a therapeutic Mental Health Support Worker to support CMHS clients
We are seeking a dynamic support worker to deliver focused -based, recovery-orientated interventions to service users as part of a multidisciplinary team Candidates should demonstrate excellent communication and problem-solving skills, utilise initiative, and have relevant mental-health-specific experience The successful applicant will maintain a caseload, participate in a mental health crisis on-call roster, and be supported by mental health professionals The successful candidate will be welcomed into a supportive team
For more information, a detailed job description and our TWM application forms, please visit our webpage www twm org nz/care ers
If this is you, please send your complete application to h r@ twm org nz
WANTED / Hiahia
METAL detector attached to person to recover precious scissors, stupidly used outside, now covered in sand. Ph Colin 027 491 4419.
GOLDEN BAY PROPERTY WANTED
We are a local couple seeking our dream property. Preferably between Takaka - Collingwood. Ideally this dream property would have a combination of;
• Beach front
• Views/nice aspect
• Native bush
• Water source
• More than 1000sqm land - larger blocks considered too
• Some pasture (for household animals)
It can be a home, or bare land. Anything considered. If you are thinking of selling soon, or even within the next few years we would love to hear from you. Please contact via email Goldenbaydreamhome@gmail.com
SITUATIONS VACANT / Tūranga wātea
The National DBT Service in Takaka is NZ’s ONLY residential Mental-Health programme (six beds) providing intensive D ialectical B Behaviour T Therapy (DBT)
We are seeking flexible & open- minded individuals who are astute, empathetic and good listeners for casual or part-time shift work (various shifts 4- 8hrs during day/evening/night and weekends) Check out our webpage w w w tw m or g nz /ca r e e r s for the full job description We would like to hear from you if you are looking for a meaningful & exciting job with an above-average hourly pay rate (applicants will need a NZQA level 4 in mental health or a willingness to do the required courses)
If you are considering applying but unsure of some details, please contact us directly at 03 525 9624 TWM will invest in DBT training for the right candidate! Please forward your complete application (Cover letter, CV and our TWM Application Form) to: H R @ t w m o r g n z
For a detailed job description and our TWM application form please email to HR@twm.org.nz
Sale
bedroom cottage in Clifton on 1338 sqm section. Offers over $540,000
Sale Two bedroom cottage in Clifton on 1338 sqm section. Offers over $540,000 Open home Sunday 2/2/25 at 11am - 5 Clifton Road.
Sale Two bedroom cottage in Clifton on 1338 sqm section. Offers over $540,000 Open home Sunday 2/2/25 at 11am - 5 Clifton Road.
home Sunday 2/2/25 at 11am - 5 Clifton Road.
For more information phone: 0272035360 or 0274836319
For more information phone: 0272035360 or 0274836319
For more information phone: 0272035360 or
SITUATIONS VACANT / Tūranga wātea
For more information, contact Carol Robinson email: carol.robinson@nbph.org.nz Tel: 027 802 0193 Support Worker/Coach
We are looking for a dynamic individual to join our Cleaning Team.
Golden Bay Community Health is a Rural Integrated Health Centre consisting of a Medical Centre, Urgent Care, Allied Health, Community Nursing, Well-Child, Maternity, In-Patients and Aged Residential Care.
We are looking to recruit a suitably qualified candidate for the following permanent position:
Cleaning Supervisor 0.8 FTE (64 HOURS PER FORTNIGHT)
This role is to work in a supervisor position and also be an active member of the cleaning team. This position will provide an efficient and effective household service for the residents/patients and health practitioners/staff of the facility.
If you think you have the qualifications and experience to manage our cleaning team, then please get in touch. Please apply online at https://www.nbph.org.nz/professsionals/careers/jobvacancies/cleaning-supervisor-08-fte Closing date 16th February 2025
PROPERTY AVAILABLE / Rawa watea
PROPERTY WANTED / Rawa hiahia
CHURCH SERVICES ON SUNDAYS
GOLDEN BAY ANGLICAN PARISH - Invites Golden Bay community whānau to attend the Commissioning Service for our new vicar Rev Mark Johnson, and to welcome him and his family, wife Kirsty and sons Micah and Lukas, to the Bay. The Commissioning Service will take place on Sunday 9 February 2025, beginning at 4pm in The Church of the Epiphany, 42 Commercial Street, Tākaka. Followed by refreshments and fellowship in the church hall and on the deck behind the church. Please bring a plate of finger-food to share. Tea, coffee and juice/water provided. NB: This will be the only Anglican Parish service on Sunday 9 February.
SACRED Heart Catholic faith community timetable: Mass, 5pm, 1st and 3rd Saturdays of month. Service of the Word, 9.30am, 2nd Sunday. No service 4th weekend.
ST Andrews Presbyterian Church extends a warm welcome to join us at 10am for a time of worship, fellowship, and communion with Lis Pedersen.
Kahurangi Christian Church
Onekaka
GALLERIES
/ Whakakitenga
EXHIBITION by Beatrice Bourhis and Bebou Design at Heart Space Gallery, 85 Tukurua Rd next to Living Art Gallery. Open: Saturday from 10.30am-4pm, art and functional art, or by appointment. Ph 027 458 7172, www.bebou.co.nz.
UPCOMING EVENTS / Mea pakiri haere
SUNDAY 9 FEBRUARY
DEATH CAF É: talking about death won't kill you...just the opposite! 1-3pm at the Wholemeal (upstairs).
DISC GOLF: 6.30pm, Park Ave. All levels welcome, disc hire $2. BADMINTON, REC PARK CENTRE, 6.45-8.45pm. All welcome. Ph Kerry 027 525 7007.
TUESDAY 11 FEBRUARY
DISC GOLF: 5.30pm, Park Ave. All levels welcome, disc hire $2. GB WEEKLY DEADLINE: noon on Tuesdays. Late fees apply until 4pm Tuesdays, if space is available. Stitch ‘n Sew is our agent in Tākaka. Or you can email us: admin@gbweekly.co.nz or phone us 027 525 8679.
WEDNESDAY 12 FEBRUARY
O NEKAKA PLAYGROUP, all welcome, Wednesdays 10am12.30pm, Onekaka Hall.
THURSDAY 13 FEBRUARY
GOLDEN BAY SENIOR CITIZENS MEETING, 2pm. DAYTIME BADMINTON, Rec Park Centre, 9-11am. All welcome. Ph Kerry 027 525 7007.
LATER EVENTS
TEA AND TALK STARTS AGAIN. Friday 21 February, Pakawau Old School Café, 10.30am. Hosted by Rural Women, contact Joyce 027 671 2221.
RAINY DAY POP-UP DANCE EVENTS for the whole family and anyone else who loves to dance (but maybe not in the rain). All through February on weekends, either in Pōhara Hall or other venues (depends on availability). For info please check FB: What’s on Golden Bay NZ.
MISSING YOUR KITTIES while visiting Golden Bay? Volunteer with the beautiful rescued cats at The Peaceable Kin-dom. Ph 022 344 6606.
The Mussel Inn Coming Up...
Sat 8th CLUB MANOUCHE - Gypsy Jazz, Reggae, Swing, Pop and Latin. $20 door.
Wed 12th SOUTH FOR WINTER - Indie Blues Americana. $20 door.
Sat 15th O AND THE MO - psychedelic pop and folk with a dreamy, introspective vibe. $20 door.
Wed 19th THE BARLEYSHAKES – Ozzy Irish folk. $15 door.
Thu 20th “A COUPLE OF POEMS AND A SONG” GB ArtsFest showcase featuring 8 local poets. 7.30pm, $10 door.
Sat 22nd LIVE AND LOCAL MUSICAL ACTSGB ArtsFest showcase featuring 2 or 3 bands. 8pm, $10 door.
Wed 26th STEVE APIRANA & MATT WARREN. $15 door. for more details see www.musselinn.co.nz
Perfect for couples, a playground for families and a paradise for hikers!
1000 acres of private West Coast to explore 7 unique beaches along 3km of coastline
info@tehapu.co.nz 03 524 8711 www.tehapu.co.nz
Jesus said, “I am
Classic Scrambles
Death Cafe
LEARN HOW TO FEEL
Learn how to feel is a weekly practise space to unlearn suppressing your feelings and allow them to flow through you. It is a space to bring back your natural expression for the purpose of being authentically alive.
Starts 12 February weekly on Wednesdays, 5.30-7pm, Senior Citizens Hall. Investment: sliding scale $20-$40 per session. Spaceholders: Sanne Bongers and Wojciech Zawadzki.
For more information: Ph Sanne 027 460 2474, sannebongers@outlook.com or w.zawadzki85@gmail.com.
Friday: Light winds with sea breezes by afternoon. Fine at first but cloud developing especially about the ranges with a few afternoon showers likely
Saturday: Light winds with sea breezes by midday. Some cloud about the ranges otherwise mainly fine and warm especially inland
Sunday: Southwesterlies along western coasts, light winds elsewhere. Some cloud developing in western areas otherwise mainly fine and becoming warm
Monday: Light winds, may tend southeast later. A few showers developing, especially about the ranges
Tuesday: Light and variable winds. Cloud increasing with some showers likely, mostly about Kahurangi
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION
Sitting elevated opposite the golden beach of Ligar Bay, this twobedroom home is in a prime spot. Enjoy sea & beach views from conservatory & kitchen. Decking at the side of the house offers space to enjoy the outdoors with views front & back.
Sitting in a perfect location on the northern end of the beach, is this 3 bedroom bach offering the ultimate seaside lifestyle. With a new roof, updated windows and a small garage for kayaks, it’s ready to enjoy. A short stroll takes
Set on over 3000sqm in beautiful Motupipi, this property offers room to grow, play and thrive. With a spacious family home, lush gardens, and space for animals, it’s perfect for the whole family. The home is designed for all your needs, with a workshop, garden sheds, and an
This beautiful 4-bedroom villa blends timeless elegance with modern comfort. Featuring high ceilings, spacious rooms, a wraparound veranda, an open-plan kitchen, dining and living area. It is a private oasis in lush surroundings. The Spacious section is a bonus! Call today for all the info.
LOADED + SEAVIEWS! This newly built & furnished 2019 home boasts sea views and seamless indoor-outdoor flow, featuring a generous kwila deck perfect for gatherings and peaceful mornings. Inside, enjoy an openplan living space with a cosy fireplace. The perfect escape. Call today!
$599,000 873 Cwd-Bainham, ROCKVILLE THE CALL OF THE COUNTRY
This renovated home is fresh, bright & ready for you to view. With a new kitchen, updated electricals, new carpet & freshly painted interiors. Woodfire & heat pump for heating. Located on the school bus route, it’s ideal for a young family. Arrange your private viewing today!
