Marlborough Weekly 12 September 2023

Rātū 12 Hepetema 2023

Tuesday 12 September 2023

Lifting the bar

Marlborough Museum move on the cards?

PAULA HULBURT

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Marlborough Museum could be moved to a central Blenheim location in a bid to safeguard its future, it has been revealed.

A review of the former Marlborough Heritage Trust for Marlborough District Council pushed for a plan that would have seen the museum open in the former library building.

But Marlborough District Council

bosses have ruled out that move for now as the old library has to be sold, with proceeds making up part of the funding package for the new library and art gallery. The move comes amid tensions between Marlborough Historical

Society (MHS) and Marlborough District Council over the handling of the changeover. Report author and barrister James Crichton has highlighted several issues facing the troubled museum.

“I think there is ample evidence for the view that the current structure is muddled and confusing and no longer fit for purpose,” James says.

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Picton School has been hit by thieves.

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“… there is a powerful argument for removing the present museum and relocating it…”

“A new site for the Marlborough Museum in the middle of town would be a first-rate site for the display and curating of Marlborough’s treasures.

“The implication of moving the Museum facility from its present location into the town centre at a building owned by the Council would greatly help the foreshadowing of a new era.”

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In his report, which was completed in May 2021, James recommended council take complete control over the museum. Marlborough Heritage Trust was wound up with Marlborough District Council officially taking over the reins on 1 July this year. But a substantial part of the collection housed in the Brayshaw Park museum is owned by MHS. Both Marlborough District Council and MHS have engaged legal representation, with former Marlborough Mayor John Leggett now acting for the historical society.

There is no signed agreement in place between MHS and Council over what happens to the artefacts which has been a bone of

contention.

James highlighted personality conflicts and ongoing issues over ownership of the museum’s collections, saying they needed to be resolved.

He added the structural arrangement predisposes parties to be suspicious of one another and create almost built-in conflicts of interest.

“The Council should engage with the MHS to acquire, on behalf of the community, all of the Museum collection which remains in the ownership of the Society.

“A significant early challenge will be to resolve the issue of the ownership of the collection, or the part of the collection that belongs to the Society.

“It may be that the Society is prepared to gift that part of the collection to the proposed new Museum structure, as in effect a gift to the Marlborough community; that would certainly be the most straightforward way of dealing with the matter.”

The museum has been closed for 10 weeks since the council took over management.

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A report into the future of Marlborough Museum recommended it be moved to a central Blenheim location. Photo: File.

Veggie theft sparks silver lining

Vanishing veggies taken from a school garden have left students disappointed – but there a silver lining.

Picton School has been hit for the third time this term by thieves targeting their home-grown vegetable patch.

Kindhearted members of the community have stepped up with donations to help the young growers replace the missing produce.

And school staff now hope to bring fundraising plans for a lockable greenhouse forward.

Edible garden co-ordinator Rebecca Perrett says the garden was raided again recently, with cauliflowers and lettuces stolen.

“They left nothing for the kids to use, they took everything that was ready.

“The children spend quite a lot of time growing; they work hard and are really excited to cook what they’ve grown.

“I have not been the garden facilitator for very long and am told the garden has been raided a number of times beforehand.”

The Kids Edible Garden programme teaches children about organic based gardening - waste, growing and eating the harvest.

It is supported by the Marlborough District Council and runs at a few schools around the region.

Picton School has four garden beds, citrus trees, and an orchard on site.

Rebecca says each class gets the chance to grow from seed, care for the plants, harvest and cook.

“The children love the harvest part because they get to try something new, or take something home for their parents to try.

“They also gain life skills about gardening and the benefits of being able to eat what they have

etables for school meals in the Ka Ora Ka Ako/Healthy school lunch programme, which are cooked onsite at school.

Rebecca says the citrus trees are regularly raided but as there is plenty of fruit, it doesn’t leave students short.

After posting on social media about the latest theft, Rebecca says the community response was “incredible.”

“We were given a number of plants from local individuals, cash donations, vouchers for our local Hammer Hardware, supplies have been offered towards a greenhouse, bulk supply of plants, and a massive amount of plants from Mitre 10.

“We have enough to totally restock and more.”

School staff have been investigating the possibility of investing in a lockable greenhouse. While the idea has been in the

pipeline for a while, the latest plunder makes it even more likely.

“The aim of the greenhouse was in discussion before we noticed the ready to harvest vegetables being taken from the school garden this term,” Rebecca says.

“The idea behind that was to have a lockable enclosure and somewhere to grow food for longer seasons - away from frosts and birds.

“This will be something we can fundraise for when we have more of a plan.

“I would like to say a huge thank you to our wider community for your fantastic support and encouragement these children have received for their hard work in the garden.”

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Students at Picton School enjoy being in their edible garden.

Photo: Paula Hulburt.

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Electric vehicle hub charging ahead

A new electric vehicle charging hub is set to give Blenheim town centre a boost.

The hub, on Park Terrace just off the Main Street Roundabout, will have room for six vehicles.

Getting stuck into the lagoon

Marlborough Girls’ College students have been digging deep, literally, as part of their Stars Programme native planting project.

Students donned their gumboots, grabbed shovels, and got planting at Grovetown Lagoon last week.

Assisted by volunteer Justine Johnston and teacher Ian Thomas, the team of students were happy to donate their time.

“It’s so good to see the girls choosing to come out and help their local environment”, says Justine.

“Having a community with a healthy interest about this project is always a positive sign that what we do is really important”.

With the Lagoon Restoration Project having progressed since starting in the late 1990’s, Justine is pleased to see groups from across Marlborough society all contributing their time and effort to reclaim former farmland.

As the work started in the 90’s and 2000’s is now back to a wild state, Justine and the team continue to push the project forward.

“There’s always more trees and still plenty of land, so a day’s work means people can come back in a few years and show where they helped to reclaim this beautiful slice of land”.

Contact the Grovetown Lagoon Restoration Project to organise a planting day at info@grovetown. co.nz

And Marlborough Lines bosses hope the move will encourage drivers to explore all the CBD has to offer.

Marlborough Lines CEO Tim Cosgrove says the planned hub makes complete sense, with many factors lining up.

“As we see more and better EV’s on the road, having a largescale central place for chargers both just off the main road and a short walk from the CBD is really attractive for travellers.

“It benefits local EV drivers too, so people travelling to or through Blenheim can park up, recharge their vehicle, and refresh themselves.

“We project plenty of positive flow-on effects by getting topof-the-line chargers in there now, especially with more [electric vehicles] on the roads than ever.”

Three of the spaces will feature ChargeNet chargers operated by Marlborough Lines, with another three spaces for a separate Tesla SuperCharger installation.

Marlborough currently only has three public charger points, with two paid 50kWh chargers at both Spring Creek Four Square and Westwood Shopping Centre and two free, 25kWh chargers at The Warehouse.

“We saw the parcel of land available and thought we should take the lead and give more people a reason to stop and actually see central Blenheim before they head to other parts of Marlborough or onward,” Tim says.

“Having three times the capac-

ity means that over the busiest times of year, our local infrastructure has the capacity to deal with the demand of travellers”.

Neighbouring business owner Sander de Wildt from Karaka Kitchen agrees with the “forward thinking” project and wants to see input from Council to make the new hub work even better.

“I think it is great for the growth of Blenheim. The fast-charging stations will give travellers coming through Blenheim an excuse to stop.

“The library and other cafes are only a short walk along the river, following the path under the bridge.

“The council is planning to tidy up the carpark a bit closer to the river, next to the BOC building, so hopefully the council will put in some 60-minute parking here, so cars won’t block the parks all day”.

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An architectural mock-up of the new Park Terrace electric vehicle charging hub proposed for Blenheim. Graphic: Supplied.

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Grovetown Lagoon Restoration Project volunteer Justine Johnston and Marlborough Girls’ College Stars Programme students Tully McWilliams, Georgia Marfell, Grace Jackson and Bella Sword admire their handiwork.

Photo: William Woodworth.

New intermediate school plans unveiled

PAULA HULBURT

Blenheim’s new intermediate school campus has moved a step closer as concept plans are unveiled for the first time.

Covered walkways, high level windows and a unique circular courtyard are just some of the features included in the new College Park campus.

Construction is expected to begin next year once a new artificial turf at the co-located colleges’ campus has been built.

Bohally Intermediate School

Principal Nicky Cameron-Dunn says the school was designed with an emphasis on meeting the specific needs of emerging adolescents.

“We have retained lots of sports

field areas and created a large multi-use hall.

“The design of the buildings incorporates the teaching and learning requirements we scoped in our brief to the project’s design team and will be fantastic spaces for our students to learn,” she says.

Once completed, Bohally Intermediate School staff and students will relocate to the new school campus.

The move will allow construction work on the co-located colleges to start on the school’s existing Mclauchlan Street site.

Designs show several views of the new build, with the school’s administration block and hall fronting onto Stephenson Street.

Visitors will use a semi-covered walkway to reach the teaching spaces in the centre of the school.

A second walkway entrance off Redwood Street brings manuhiri (visitors) toward the central Noninga Kumu building - the contemporary Māori heart of the school campus.

A significant feature of the buildings is the roof with high-level windows designed to bring natural light and ventilation into the teaching spaces.

Construction begins next year and the new campus for the intermediate school is expected to be completed in 2026.

In the swim

Swimmer Herbie Hodson, 11, and President of Blenheim Swimming Club Roger Harris present a ‘thank you’ to Blenheim Round Table’s Nic Marfell. Round Table members recently organised a quiz night to raise funds for Blenheim Swimming Club. “It feels good to give back to the community and we would welcome any new members” says Nic. Anyone who is keen can contact Nic on n.marfell@gmail.com.

Artist’s illustration of the new intermediate school at College Park, from Redwood Street looking west. Image: Supplied.

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Region’s new arrivals get a taste of Tonga

WILLIAM WOODWORTH

Two new arrivals to Blenheim have been helping other newcomers find their feet.

New Marlborough Multicultural Centre manager Rachel Gorospe moved to Blenheim from Wellington just three weeks ago. She joins new Multicultural Centre Cultural and Sport Event Manager Marcelo Gonzalez from Chile who settled in Marlborough recently.

Together the pair have been celebrating Tongan Language Week as part of the centre’s weekly wel-

coming morning tea.

“The week has been so busy, and great to host all of the different communities seeing everyone making connections across cultures,” says Rachel, a recent transplant herself from Wellington.

I’m already amazed by the diversity here.”

To mark the special occasion last week, Marlborough’s Tongan community added a Tongan twist to the regular catch up, with a Ota Ika raw fish salad and cassava bread to share a taste of the islands with all who attended.

“It’s only week three in the role, so I’m meeting much of the community at the same time as they’re meeting each other, and

Marlborough Tongan Community chairman Ika Fa’aoa says he was glad to introduce new Marlburians to a taste of island culture and cuisine.

“Welcoming new Tongans to the region is a huge part of what we do, so extending that welcome to everyone this week makes sense.

“There’s lots of people that come here to work for their families back home, so we want to help them feel at home, and we love if people feel at home around Tongan culture and tradition.”

Both Rachel and Marcelo say their own experiences mean they’re more understanding of the needs of new migrants.

“I’ve spent the last few years travelling New Zealand, but Marlbor

and everyone has been so kind and friendly that I decided to settle here”, says Marcelo, who is also a trained Latin American dancer. “After seeing how Welcoming Week has gone, we want to keep the warm welcomes coming,” he says.

After seeing Welcoming Week’s success, Rachel encourages all to share their traditions and learn from each other along the way. “If we all add a bit of our culture to Marlborough where we can and make an effort to understand a bit more about one another, that can only make Marlborough’s so-

Margaret Western, Asmin and Mohammed Hafiz at the weekly welcoming morning tea.

“...Everyone has been so kind and friendly that I decided to settle here.”

Rachel Gorospe and Marcelo Gonzalez are delighted to be in Blenheim helping other newcomers. Photos: William Woodworth.

deliverers

Roof goes on stage 1 of 12-unit senior housing development

Council’s senior housing development in Blenheim

When finished, the $4.3M complex in George Street will offer 12 one-bedroom residential units, six on the ground floor and six at first floor level, accessible by a lift.

It is due for completion in mid-2024 and aims to increase senior housing supply in Marlborough with “fit-for-purpose, centralised housing for seniors,” Deputy Mayor and Housing for Seniors sub-committee chair David Croad said.

“Currently there is a waitlist of over 50 seniors who need low-rent accommodation in Marlborough, so this development demonstrates Council’s ongoing commitment to senior housing in the region.

“This project has been well supported and advocated for by the senior housing sub-

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committee for many years, so it’s exciting to see it take shape,” Clr Croad said.

Council bought the property in 2012 next to its existing senior housing complex at Vevian Place.

Designed by Blenheim architects Palatchie Architecture and Design, the complex is being built by T&D Construction after a local tender process.

“It’s great to have professional local contractors on the job helping Council deliver what is one of the most significant senior housing developments in Marlborough for many years. The foundation preparation for stage 2 is due to get underway this month and the project will start to take its final form,” Clr Croad said.

footbridge has makeover

Walkers using the Tirohanga Track in Waitohi/Picton will notice the footbridge at the Garden Terrace end of the walkway has had a makeover.

The footbridge on the Tirohanga Track with its new pilings and handrails

During the 2021 and 2022 storm events the footings of the bridge became eroded and undermined. Following an engineering inspection, it was decided that re-piling the posts would be required with additional bracing for longevity. Parks and Open Spaces Officer Kiri Whiteman said the handrails were also updated to

ensure they were compliant with current standards.

“A new bridge is also going to be installed to replace stepping stones in the same area later this year and we have two bridge replacements planned for the Humphries Track and another for the Barnes Dam Track too,” Kiri said.

Public Notice of Right to Demand a Poll on the Electoral System

Notice is given under section 28(1) of the Local Electoral Act 2001 that electors of the Marlborough District Council have the right to demand a poll on the electoral system to be used at the next triennial general election (2025) of the Marlborough District Council.

The choice is between the Single Transferable Vote (STV) and the First Past the Post (FPP) electoral systems. Unless a poll determines otherwise, the STV electoral system will continue to be used for the election of the Marlborough District Council.

A valid demand for a poll must be:

• made in writing;

• signed by at least 5 per cent of eligible electors of the Marlborough District Council. This will require a minimum of 1,773 elector signatures; and

• delivered to the Marlborough District Council, 15 Seymour Street, Blenheim no later than 5pm on Monday 11 December 2023 for the outcome of the poll to apply to the 2025 and 2028 triennial elections of Marlborough District Council.

Every elector who signs a demand must also set out in it their full name and the address for which they are qualified as an elector of the Marlborough District Council.

If a valid demand for a poll is received by 5pm on 11 December 2023 a poll will be held no later than 14 March 2024, and the outcome will have effect for the 2025 and 2028 triennial elections. If a valid demand for a poll is received after 5pm on 11 December 2023, a poll will be held after 14 March 2024 with the outcome applicable for the 2028 and 2031 triennial elections.

For further information please contact Dean Heiford, Council’s Electoral Officer, Ph: 03 520 7400.

has reached an important milestone with most of the roof now in place.

The roof goes on stage 1 of Council’s senior housing development

An artist’s impression of the senior housing complex in George Street, Blenheim

Meth seized in police drug sting

part of an investigation spanning months.

Methamphetamine worth about $25,000 has been seized in a drugs bust.

Six search warrants were carried out across Blenheim, Nelson and Christchurch over the last week.

Four people were taken into custody as part of the investigation by the Tasman Organised Crime Unit alongside the recently formed Tasman Asset Recovery Unit.

Approximately 80 grams of methamphetamine, with a street value of more than $25,000, two firearms and approximately $20,000 cash were located and seized.

Tasman Organised Crime Unit Detective Senior Sergeant Shane Dye says the search warrants were

Officers are continuing to investigate the whereabouts of several other people of interest.

“Police are committed to investigating both individuals and organised criminal groups including gangs who cause harm to the community through the distribution of controlled drugs,” he says.

“Police will continue to disrupt this criminal activity, to put them before the court and to seize any assets or profits accumulated as a result.

“Drug use destroys the lives of users, as well as harming the friends, family and community around them.”

Four people were taken into

custody due to appear in Christchurch and Nelson District Courts.

A 40-year-old woman appeared in the Christchurch District Court on Wednesday and has been remanded in custody to reappear on 3 October.

A 46-year-old woman and a 62-year-old male were due to reappear in the Nelson District Court last week, charged with numerous offences relating to the sale and supply of methamphetamine across the Tasman District.

A 43-year-old man has been charged with being unlawfully in possession of firearms, offering to supply methamphetamine, cultivating cannabis, and contravening a protection order, he has been remanded in custo-

Approximately 80 grams of methamphetamine, with a street value of over $25,000 has been seized by police. Photo: Supplied.

dy and is due to reappear in the Christchurch District Court 27 September.

Police inquiries revealed evidence of large quantities of methamphetamine being purchased in

Auckland and brought into the Tasman District for further distribution,

Police continue to see organised criminal groups taking advantage of the addictiveness of drugs, especially methamphetamine, to profit from it, Detective Senior Sergeant Dye says.

“Police want to help those affected by drugs to get away from the downward cycle of addiction, they should not be afraid to approach Police or other social agencies for help.”

If anyone has any information regarding the distribution of controlled drugs, they can contact police in confidence on 105 if it is after the fact or 111 if it is happening now or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Wine insights vital to thriving industry

A New Zealand-wide workforce research initiative spearheaded in Marlborough will help keep the wine industry thriving, organisers say.

The move involves a major collaboration between key industry players from vineyard managers to wine tank manufacturers.

Wine Marlborough Ltd General Manager Marcus Pickens says this is a critical and exciting project for the industry.

“This is a collaborative project that will help us ensure that New Zealand continues to have a strong, capable and thriving wine industry made up of healthy people and businesses,” he says. “The outcomes of this research will give us a big picture understanding of where we are, and

where gaps exist that need filling to ensure our wine industry remains robust into the future.”

A survey will open on September 25 inviting growers, wine companies and providers of industry goods and services to share insights into their workforce and what skills they need.

The project will be led by Wine

Marlborough Ltd Advocacy Manager Nicci Armour, who is being supported by an industry steering group with representatives from wine businesses in multiple regions around the country. Analysis on this scale has not been done in the New Zealand wine industry says steering group member and Rose Family Estate

Winemaker, Nick Entwistle.

“It’s a really important piece of work that will capture who’s in our workforce, what skills they have and whether there are areas we need to look at developing.

“It will capture information around the future skills employers will need to plan for in their business,” Nick says.

“The nationwide industry survey is a key foundation. We’re really working hard to make sure it’s not just another survey that goes out and the data gets lost, we want it to have a lasting impact.”

Outcomes of the work are especially important for Marlborough, where the wine industry accounts for 20 per cent of the regional GDP and one in five jobs.

“Our peripheral industries play a huge role in the economy of Marl-

borough and the advancement of the wine industry …,” Nick says. “If they can see that the industry is crying out for specific services, they can hopefully work to create their own niche and build their workforce within those areas.

“It’s going to give us some really beneficial information that we can take to central government and say, ‘this is where the focus is for our workforce going forward’.”

The collaborative project is being co-funded by the Sector Workforce Engagement Programme, part of Kānoa – Regional Economic Development, New Zealand Winegrowers (NZW), and the Marlborough Research Centre (MRC).

The survey closes on October 16. The final report is expected in March 2024, before being shared with participants in May.

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Overview

Marlborough’s economy is holding strong despite rough economic seas domestically and worldwide, says Chamber of Commerce CEO Pete Coldwell. Despite 45% of respondents saying the New Zealand economy is in a deteriorating state, faith in the Marlborough economy, local industries and own businesses has stayed steady from this time last year, while the negativity has shrunk from the end of 2022. Businesses across the economy are also expecting a revenue rebound, with 57% of answers saying they expect better income this year than 2022.

“New projects across multiple sectors including Marlborough’s new Tech Hub are also scheduled for Scott Street in early 2024, and the large construction projects ongoing across the region are keeping a really significant base to the economy through that sector.

“It seems like we’re riding out the waves pretty well so far.” The results also show that there are job prospects across the region, with 43% of respondents saying they are currently recruiting.

Business Excellence

To celebrate the year’s successes, the Chamber’s Business Excellence Awards will be held at Omaka Landing on November 17.

Events Manager Zoe Gray is eager for Marlborough’s business community to celebrate another year of development and success.

“The agrotech space has some exciting developments this year, specifically around finding solutions to primary industry problems,” she says.

“There’s some incredibly clever Marlburians doing some groundbreaking stuff.”

“Last year’s awards were an explosion of positivity after lockdowns and this one is a chance to come together and celebrate starting to get through the expected wave of recession.

“There’s lots of depth in the New and Emerging categories too.

“Many long-time businesses don’t enter, but entering these awards is

also a great excuse to do a stocktake and get a full analysis of your business by our judges.”

Global Cities NZ Conference Marlborough will host this special conference on November 7 and 8, helping spotlight the region as a place of business opportunity.

“The relationships Marlborough have with Tendo, Otari and Ningxia are very strong, and we’re really rolling out the Marlborough red carpet treatment showing off our innovative economy to guests working alongside Marlborough Tour Company”,

explains Pete. With high-level political, business and technological invitations sent out as part of the Sister Cities NZ Conference, the Chamber is encouraging Marlburians to get in touch for opportunities.

General Election at a local level

The final local candidate debate will be held on September 27 at Marlborough Girls’ College hall.

“It’s free and open to all on a weeknight, with people able to ask our candidates questions that matter to you – especially with the possibility of two sitting MPs from the region.

“The fact we had David Seymour here last week and we’re getting the Finance Minister here two weeks before the election shows Marlborough has real importance this election, and we want everyone involved,” Pete says. The chamber will also host a morning tea at the Landsdowne Hub in Blenheim with Minister of Finance the Hon Grant Robertson on 25 September. Tickets for Chamber of Commerce members are $30 and non-members $45. Registrations are open online via https://business.marlboroughchamber.nz/ eventcalendar.

With results of their quarterly Marlborough Business Confidence survey just released, and plenty of events on the horizon, it’s a busy time for the Marlborough Chamber of Commerece. Marlborough Weekly’s William Woodworth spoke to CEO Pete Coldwell and Membership and Events Manager Zoe Gray.

CEO of Marlborough Chamber of Commerce, Pete Coldwell. Photo: Matt Brown/File.

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Get to know your local candidates

As the 2023 election gets nearer, the Marlborough Weekly gives each of our local candidates the opportunity to highlight what they consider important. This week, reporter William Woodworth asks Labour’s Emma Dewhirst and ACT’s Keith Griffiths about some key issues.

Keith Griffiths, ACT

What are the key issues for Marlburians specifically in this election?

Our school-leavers in particular struggle to get housing, jobs and transport. Community organisations work hard and Labour’s policies support many more apprenticeships as well as infrastructure developments (such as our new library/ art gallery Te Kahu Waipuna and Picton Ferry Terminal).

Everyone, young and old, deserves a warm, dry, safe home – whether you rent or own. There’s no quick fix – shortages were not helped by National selling state houses last term - but we’re starting to see the benefits of Labour building new state homes – 57 due shortly in Blenheim alone. We’ve made renting fairer and house prices have returned to 2020 levels.

What are the key issues for New Zealanders in this election?

It’s a tough time for many of us, especially the cost of living and supporting communities devastated by recent floods. We are though moving in the right direction –employment is high; our economy grew 6% since pre-Covid and we will achieve budget surplus in 2025/26. Free doctors for under 13s, free prescriptions & free school lunches ease costs on families. Winter energy payments keep our seniors warm. The Labour government prioritises the wellbeing of our people and environment.

If you could implement one law change tomorrow, what are you choosing and why?

Removing GST from fresh and frozen fruit and vegetables helps make healthy eating more affordable. Alarmingly, sales of have dropped due to cost - we understand the health benefits, but sacrifices get made when the cost is too high. A reduction in the prices will allow us to buy more. Healthier options mean healthier lives - fewer diabetes cases and heart disease, more energy. Nay-sayers doubt the saving is worth it - perhaps they’ve never had to return items at the checkout.

If someone you meet isn’t interested in voting at all, how would you convince them to vote for you?

In our 2022 Marlborough council elections a single vote or two defined a councillor being in or out. In 1893, Kate Sheppard glued 546 sheets of paper together, coiled them around a broom handle, holding 25,519 signatures supporting women’s right to vote. It was wheelbarrowed into Parliament. Every one of those signatures counted - so does your vote. As your MP I will bring fresh energy and delivery, make myself available and accessible and ensure I advocate strongly for you and our fabulous region.

What are the key issues for Marlburians, specifically in this election? The values and common-sense approach that define New Zealand are under threat due to economic mismanagement and social division. A stark instance is the new library, which left numerous disheartened. While honouring our heritage is vital, a more inclusive balance must be struck. Instead of spending extravagantly labelling everything in dual languages at Blenheim’s public library, our priorities should be mending our ailing healthcare and education systems, reducing bureaucratic hurdles, and improving our infrastructure to foster economic prosperity. Let us spend our money on stuff that really does make a difference, like fixing our roads! We need real change!

What are the key issues for New Zealanders in this election?

Government should create a framework in which people who work hard and innovate are rewarded, while at the same time, those who are less fortunate are cared for. We are currently witnessing a surge in lawlessness, economic mismanagement, and societal division. I talked to many locals at the Marlborough Home and Garden Show who said their three most significant concerns are crime, co-governance, and the cost of living. Instead of addressing these critical issues, the current government is recklessly managing our finances, stifling economic growth with excessive regulations, and fostering divisions among New Zealanders. ACT will deliver real change.

If you could implement one law change tomorrow, what are you choosing and why?

ACT is committed to implementing a Regulatory Standards Act. This legislation would scrutinise all regulations, with the Minister of Regulation compiling a report for the relevant portfolio Minister, identifying regulations that could be eliminated. The portfolio Minister must respond within three months, either approving the removal of the regulations or providing a public explanation for their retention. When excessive regulations burden individuals with high costs, it stifles innovation and the No. 8 wire spirit. ACT’s plan aims to reinvigorate this culture and encourage initiative in our society, promoting progress and prosperity.

If someone you meet isn’t interested in voting at all, how would you convince them to vote for you?

I’ve encountered many locals who express their disinterest in voting, and I say to them, “Don’t give up hope; don’t give up on New Zealand”. We can turn this around. Voting isn’t just a right; it’s a responsibility that safeguards our way of life.

New Zealand’s Western liberal democracy is at risk due to voter apathy driven by frustration with the major parties not serving their interests. To preserve our freedoms and economic well-being, voting is vital. Without it, we risk becoming just another nation in the South Pacific. Voting empowers us to shape our future and protect cherished values. Use your power - vote for Real Change.

Emma Dewhirst, Labour

YOUR WEEKLY TALK

CHATS TO LOCALS AND ASKS...

As the days get longer and we get closer to summer, what do you do with the extra daylight hours?

I go and catch up with mates and go out way more when the sun is up longer.

It means I can go for more after work walks up the Wither Hills.

Community comments

DEPUTY MAYOR OFFERS TO PICK ANYONE UP STRUGGLING TO FIND NEW LIBRARY

Wow just wow! Won’t take a day of your time. . . Really busy people! Wow. I say rate payers are too busy. Busy stacking up cash to pay for the library. You spent years producing the building. . . Millions of dollars . . . And now moaning about the general public’s opinion that paid for it. Good luck Marlborough.

Rachel Sharples

MARLBOROUGH CREATIVES MAKE SCREEN DREAM A REALITY. He has been around for years in the north used to busk outside the butchers give him a subject and he could rap about it awesome can’t wait to see it.

Tui Caldwell

QCC TEAMS IN ACTION DURING TOURNAMENT WEEK

How cool is this? Was a Good game to watch on Saturday.

We love parking up and eating dinner outside in summer, it’s so much more fun for the family.

When the sun is up longer, I can see friends way more after work which is always great.

It’s a great name and, like Te Papa, won’t take long for people to know it. Judging by the large numbers of people going there, they know it’s the library and not something else.

Eliot Attridge

Savannah Kemp

Looking great we’ll done to QCC, Vanessa Hika and Eden Hika.

Tracy Jowers

Five Ways, Five Days.

Proven tools to boost our mental health.

Light set to shine on mental health

ADRIENNE MATTHEWS

Throughout our lives many of us will experience periods of poor mental health when we don’t feel we can cope and are struggling to put one foot in front of the other just to get through the day.

Mental Health Awareness Week, a countrywide initiative that takes place from 18 to 24 September, is an opportunity for us all to become more aware of the things we can do to improve our own mental well-being and that of those around us.

Be sure to visit the website MHAW website which is full of ideas and many practical ways we can make positive improvements to the way we feel. Set up as five ways over five days, it offers a range of valuable tools to pop in our mental well-being toolbox.

Marlborough Youth Trust’s youth workers will theme the first week of the school holidays at MySpace

around the 5 ways to wellbeing. MySpace will be open from 9-5pm for youth to pop in to connect with each other, be active, learn something new, giving and take notice in the community.

Keep an eye on Marlborough Youth Trust website and social media platforms for up to

date info for the week of Mental Health Awareness Week www. myt.org.nz.

Rāhina/ Monday encourages us to be completely in the present and treat the start of the week as a new beginning. One of the most powerful techniques availa-

ble here is learning how to breathe well. Most of us are poor breathers and improving something so simple can have a remarkable benefit in reducing levels of anxiety and depression and that we can do anywhere at any time, no matter what our age.

Rātū /Tuesday is about kindness and paying it forward. The ripple effects that small acts of caring can bring as we go about our day can bring precious moments of joy to others and also ourselves that are long lasting.

Rāapa / Wednesday throws a light on the benefit of exercise

which stimulates endorphins, the ‘feel-good’ hormones. There are some excellent ideas for encouraging children as well as adults into outdoor activities.

Rāpare / Thursday explains the importance of connections with others. One of the biggest causes of poor mental health today is loneliness and our dependence on social media has only amplified this.

It can feel like such an effort to phone or visit someone but the benefit to our mental health is so worth it. Sharing experiences and having fun helps us feel less alone.

Rāmere / Friday challenges us to keep learning. The Marlborough region is blessed with a multitude of clubs and activities and this can be a great way to develop new skills, share the ones we have and make a whole new set of friends.

Start now towards a more positive and enriched life with the excellent array of suggestions that MHAW offers. Visit www.mhaw.nz or scan the QR code to learn more.

The Mental Health Foundation are focusing on five strategies that can improve your mental wellbeing. Being active and connecting with others are strategies you can impliment into your

Preparation underway for 60th Jubilee

With Marlborough Girls’ College 60th Jubilee Celebrations only a month away on October 13-14, preparations are well underway to celebrate this auspicious event.

In 1963 the Marlborough community made the decision to create a new Girls’ and Boys’ College as opposed to building a co-ed school in Blenheim and a separate school on the current McLauchlan Street site was established.

“We are very proud to celebrate sixty years of educating girls and young women in Marlborough,” says Principal Mary-Jeanne Lynch.

“History is coming full circle as we are currently planning to co-locate and share a campus within the next five years with Marlborough Boys’ College.

“Marking this milestone of sixty years as Marlborough Girls’ College will be our last significant celebration before that happens.”

A range of events are planned

for the Jubilee which include a welcome/pōwhiri on the Friday morning with school tours and events during lunchtime.

A meet and mingle at Yard Bar will take place on Friday evening, more school tours on Saturday morning followed by a celebration dinner on Saturday night.

“Current students are involved in planning and decorating for the

event and setting up and waitressing for the Celebration Dinner,” explains Deputy Principal Emily Stenhouse.

“This will be led by our school’s Events and Promotions Manutaki and their committee as well as some of our catering students to gain that ‘real world experience’.

“Students will run school tours

and talk about how the school is today for those who come and visit. They will be part of the welcoming/pōwhiri on the Friday morning as well as celebrations throughout the day.”

Celebrating such a milestone is an opportunity to honour past and present teachers and pupils and everyone involved in making the school the success it is.

“We are most proud of the strong bonds of friendship and connection that students and staff develop as part of the Marlborough Girls’ College whanau, along with the positive, determined and forthright women who leave our college to make a difference to their communities, both local and global,” says Mary-Jeanne.

“We are very proud of all our alumni and the growth of our school to embrace and give effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

“We celebrate the diversity in our Marlborough Girls’ College Whānau, and support the understanding and acceptance of all cultures in our community.

“We continue to proudly serve our community through sixty years of continuous innovation and change in education, and honour those who have been part of our journey thus far.”

The community is warmly invited to share the Jubilee celebrations. See our website for ticket details. https://www.mgc.school. nz/60th-jubilee/

ADRIENNE MATTHEWS

Marlborough Girls’ College form three class of 1963. Photos: Supplied.

The same form three class at their 50 year reunion.

Marlborough Girls’ College students are strong leaders and proudly contribute to their communities.

Marlborough Young Winemaker of the Year COMPETITION 2023

Young New Zealand Winemaker of ADRIENNE MATTHEWS

This week sees the first of three regional events in the Tonnellerie de Mercurey New Zealand Young Winemaker of the Year National Competition take place in Marlborough, followed later in the month by those in Central Otago and Hawke’s Bay, the National Final being held at The Bone Line winery in North Canterbury at the end of October.

In its ninth year, the national competition is a unique opportunity for the country’s up and coming winemakers to test their skills against others as they compete for the prestigious national trophy and its array of prizes. It is open to anyone aged thirty and under who is working in a winemaking role whether they be cellar hands, cellar managers, workers in vineyard laboratories, assistant winemakers or winemakers.

Nicky Grandorge, Leadership

and Communities Manager at NZ Winegrowers and National Co-Ordinator says, “It’s a fantastic opportunity for our future winemakers to stretch themselves as well as meet other fellow young winemakers, senior winemakers and suppliers to our industry.”

It is also an important opportunity for the national wine industry to encourage future leaders.

Chair of The Marlborough Regional Competition event and Winemaker at Spy Valley Wines, Emily Gaspard-Clark, is no stranger to the event having won both regional and national competition in 2019.

“I credit this competition in huge part to the progression in my career and opening many doors.

“It helped me build confidence

Alun Kilby from Marisco Wines won Marlborough Young Winemaker of the Year in 2022. Photos: Supplied.

Wine tasting and depth of industry knowledge are two of the skills put to the test during the tough competition.

Marlborough Young Winemaker of the Year

the Year competition set to launch

all from the Marlborough region. They are Callum Hayes from Matua wines, Nick Lamain from VinLink Marlborough, Henri Steele from Spring Creek Vintners, Lara Campbell from Clos Henri, Lan Zhang from Pernod Ricard, Saphal Acharya from Booster Wine Group and Zack Andrews from Hunters Wines.

Wednesday 13 September with the contestants called upon to tackle a wide range of challenges that will test the skills necessary to becoming a successful winemaker.

and push myself and I have made a lot of great connections as a result.

“It’s nice to give back now and help and support others to do the same,” she says. She also sits also

on the national event board.

The committee, consisting of previous contestants, winners and members of the local wine industry, writes the modules that are used to test the competitors,

selects the entrants that will compete, liaises with the regional sponsors and organises the celebration dinner at which the winner of the award is announced. This year there are seven entrants,

“The competitors are all excited and very driven, catching up frequently to help each other with their studies,” says Emily. “We are really excited they come from a broad spectrum of wineries around Marlborough and are thrilled that the celebration awards event has attracted a record number of 180 attendees.” The competition takes place on

These include laboratory skills, wine tasting, blending, industry knowledge, cellar skills, public speaking and preparation of a sales pitch.

At lunchtime, they take part in the ‘Vin Olympics’ which includes the likes of blind food and wine tasting, peeling grapes under pressure and showing off their spitting skills, a welcome opportunity to have light-hearted fun with fellow competitors. That the annual event takes place at all is due to its sponsors.

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“We are really excited [the competitors] come from a broad spectrum of wineries around Marlborough...”

Competitors are tested on their laboratory skills and blending abilities during the competition.

Tonnellerie de Mercurey, Fruitfed Supplies, Indevin, Hillebrand Gori, FMG, Laffort, New Zealand Winegrowers, Programmed Property Services, Tira Crown, Visy, New World, NVSO, Pernod Ricard, Wine Jobs Online, NMIT, VinPro and The Bone Line Winery.

“The support provides a great way to get the local industry together to celebrate our young winemakers,” says Emily.

“It allows them to have a space

to learn, grow and share their opinions - creating future leaders within our local industry.

“It’s also a great way for local Industry suppliers and wineries to come together and show their support for the competition and the contestants.”

Last year’s Regional Winner who also went on to win the National Competition was local entrant Alun Kilby from Marisco Winery.

“It was of huge benefit from a net-

working point of view,” he says. “Opportunities arise such as judging the wine awards that would not come up otherwise.”

Alun is looking forward to enjoying part of his winning prize package to the vineyards of France next year and in the meantime is extremely busy now as a fully-fledged winemaker. Let the 2023 Tonnellerie de Mercurey New Zealand Young Winemaker of the Year Competition begin.

Nick Lamain from VinLink Marlborough is one of seven competitors in this year’s competition.

Alun holds the Marlborough Young Winemaker of the Year cup, who will claim it this year?

Netball star signs on for 2023 sports awards

PETER JONES peter@topsouthmedia.co.nz

Silver Ferns’ captain Ameliaranne Ekenasio will be a special guest at the 2023 Marlborough Sports Awards dinner.

The ever-popular event will be staged at the Marlborough Convention Centre on Saturday, November 18.

Ekenasio, who represented both the Central Pulse and Waikato Bay of Plenty Magic, made her international debut in 2014 and has gone on win 65 test caps and become one of the world’s best shooters.

After 18 months out of international play following the birth of her second child, the elegant

shooter made a successful return to the top flight while also reclaiming the captaincy of her country for the 2022 Taini Jamison Trophy series against Jamaica.

A confident long-range shooter, Ekenasio was a key cog in the Silver Ferns’ 2019 World Cup-winning triumph, shooting at 92 percent in the final, and returned as captain for the 2023 edition in South Africa.

The 57th Marlborough Sports Awards, organised by Sport Tasman, the Blenheim Round Table and Top South Media, will follow a similarly-successful format to previous years, providing a platform from which the province’s foremost sporting achievers are

recognised and celebrated. This year the event will be held on a Saturday, instead of the usual Monday evening.

Five category winners will be re-

Mako prove too

No Blackadder – no problem.

The Tasman Mako were undaunted by the late loss of their star flanker Ethan Blackadder as they notched up a pivotal 29-18 NPC rugby victory over the Taranaki Bulls in New Plymouth on Sunday.

The Mako made a late change to their advertised line-up, Max Hicks replacing loosie Ethan Blackadder, who jetted off to France to join the All Blacks’ campaign. However, the disruption only served to spark up the Tasman side, fellow loosie Anton Segner stepping into the breach with a man-of-the-match effort as the Mako moved ahead of the Bulls on the points table and set them-

selves up for a top four finish.

The first 40 minutes became an old-fashioned arm-wrestle, after which Tasman led 15-10.

The Bulls opened the scoring through a Stephen Perofeta penalty on the back of scrum dominance in the opening stages. However, Mako centre Levi Aumua crashed over in the 16th minute after a concerted period of pressure to put the visitors ahead 7-5 following Taine Robinson’s conversion.

Ten minutes later Taranaki had their first try, mercurial first five Jayson Potroz picking up the scraps on the Tasman line to dot down after a thrilling back move.

Perofeta converted to give the Bulls a 10-7 advantage, which was quickly wiped out when Robinson landed his second penalty.

A yellow card to Naki prop Jared Proffit allowed Tasman to finish the half strongly, an Anton Segner charge down setting up the chance for winger Timoci Tavatavanawai to surge over in the corner on the stroke of halftime. They continued their momentum after the break, Aumua scoring his second after just three minutes, Robinson’s conversion pushing the visitors to a 12-point lead.

But the home side were always going to respond and they threw everything at Tasman for a prolonged period. Initially, heroic goal-line defence coupled with counter-rucking, rushed defence and breakdown accuracy denied Taranaki until the 60th minute, when, from long range, the Bulls found a gap in the Mako defence,

warded - the Junior [under-19] Sportswoman of the Year, the Junior [under-19] Sportsman of the Year, the Team of the Year, the Sportswoman of the Year and the Sportsman of the Year. Those category winners will then go forward to vie for the coveted Marlborough Sportsperson of the Year Trophy, won last year by international dressage rising star Melissa Galloway.

Also presented on the evening will be the Marlborough Medal, designed to recognise someone who has given long-term service to sport in the province. Previous winners have included Graham Thomas, Ian Columbus, Roy Titheridge, Nigel Perry, Denise Lloyd, Tony Quirk, Simon Halli-

day, Graham Henderson and, in 2022, Val Wadsworth. The identity of the recipient will be kept under wraps and announced on the evening.

Nomination for the various category awards went live on the MSA website. They will close on Wednesday, November 8. Any inquiries regarding tickets or the event should be made to Mahina Henry-Campbell at mahina.h@sporttasman.org.nz or call 0223831507.

Nomination queries should be addressed to Peter Jones, peter@topsouthmedia.co.nz, or call 0274411654.

Bulls

creating the opportunity for former All Black Pita Gus Sowakula to dot down and bring his side back in the match.

A third Perofeta penalty closed the gap to 22-18 with 15 minutes remaining, exciting the home support, but then came the pivotal score.

Aumua crashed towards the line from a set move and appeared to be held up, offering Taranaki a turnover opportunity. However, he was strong enough to free the ball to the ever-present Segner who had a clear run to the line. Robinson’s conversion created an 11-point advantage, which held up to the final whistle, despite some desperate attack from Taranaki in the final minutes.

Alongside Segner, Hugh Renton, Quinten Strange, Kershawl

Sykes- Martin, Noah Hotham, Max Hicks, Tavatavanawai, Aumua and Will Gualter were the pick of a Mako side who have recaptured their mojo in the past two matches, mixing enterprise with control on attack and shoring up their defence.

On Sunday the action resumes in Blenheim, Tasman meeting Counties Manukau at Lansdowne Park, with a 4.35pm kick-off. They finish the round robin with difficult away trips to Canterbury and Bay of Plenty, making a win at the weekend vital.

Scores: Tasman 29 (Timoci Tavatavanawai, Levi Aumua 2, Anton Segner tries, Taine Robinson 3 con, pen) Taranaki 18 (Jayson Potroz, Peta Gus Sowakula tries, Stephen Perofeta 2 pen, con). HT: 15-10 Tasman.

Ameliaranne Ekanasio. Photo: Shuttersport.

Kobe’s on the move

Marlborough oarsman Kobe

Miller will continue his burgeoning rowing career in the United States.

The 22-year-old, who got into the sport at Marlborough Boys’ College in 2016 in a bid to stay fit for basketball, has been on the national rowing production line ever since.

In 2019 he earned his first national call-up, travelling to Japan with the NZ under-21 side. COVID caused the 2020 season to be canned but he was back in black a year later, again in the NZ under-21 set-up.

In 2022, Kobe travelled to Italy as a member of the NZ under-23 team at the world champs, where he rowed in a single scull. This year he also made the U23s, chosen as part of the quad which competed at the worlds in Bulgaria. His undoubted potential earned him a spot in the 2022-23 NZ elite development squad, rubbing shoulders with the country’s top rowers at Lake Karapiro over the summer months.

However, the young man who has already completed a threeyear Bachelor of Applied Science (Sport) degree at Otago University has decided to spread his wings.

Kobe set off from his Blenheim base last week to begin a twoyear rowing scholarship at the historic Northeastern University, near Boston, opting to further his sporting progress at a top US college, while adding to his academic qualifications. Over the next two years, Kobe hopes to complete a Masters in Sports Management. He explains the reasons behind his bold decision. “I was in the elites over summer, plus it was my last year in the under-23s, so I felt I was at an age and at a point in time where I should look for further education during this Olympic cycle. I was approached by the head coach [at Northeastern] who came over to watch the North Island rowing champs in January and he pretty much just offered me a rowing scholarship on the spot.”

When the national selectors suggesting he was not on their short

list for the 2024 Olympics, Kobe thought “actually, I am still young and have a lot of time left in the sport so why don’t I do something different and have a change.”

He is joining a very successful rowing programme at Northeastern, becoming part of a strong group of returning athletes, plus arriving internationals rowers, including medallists from the world U23s.

He will join five other Kiwis at the Boston college, which caters for 44,000 students and whose sporting teams are known as the Huskies. They include NZ U21 team-mate Cole Brann, plus Ed Lopas, who was in the U23 quad. Although he has spent most of his time propelling singles and quads lately, Northeastern is all about big boat racing.

“It is all eights over there,” said Kobe. “I am hoping to make the top boat, called the 1V. The season culminates at the IRA national champs, so my main goal is to get into that boat for that regatta.”

Although fully focussed on his new challenge, Kobe feels he has unfinished business in the black

Powerlifting duo ascending

Two powerlifting rookies are certainly living up to their gym’s name.

Cyril Heywood and Riley Neal, both out of Blenheim’s Ascension Gym, have been lifting competitively for just nine months but are already near the top of their game.

Ascension means “moving up” –

which is exactly what Cyril and Riley did at last month’s SA3 Auckland Regional Powerlifting Champs.

In his first competitive outing, 32-year-old Cyril competed in the open men’s under 125kg class and blew away the opposition, winning the deadlift, squat and overall titles.

Richard de Reeper, owner, founder and coach at Ascension, which

opened in December 2020, also competed in Auckland. He described Cyril’s progression as “unreal, absolutely phenomenal”.

“It took him about 16 weeks to hit a 300kg deadlift in training. In the gym he has actually pulled within the top 10 deadlifts ever managed in New Zealand.

“All going well, barring injuries or mishaps at the nationals, he is looking good to match, if not beat, the heaviest deadlift in powerlifting in New Zealand … and the world record total [across the three lifts] which stands at 972.5kg.”

Cyril is also on track to lift a combined total of 1000kg. If he does, he will become just the fourth New Zealander to reach that milestone and will become the lightest. His personal bests in competition this far are a 350kg deadlift, a 200kg bench and a 310kg squat. Richard said he never expected such a rapid improvement from the former bodybuilder and Brazilian jiu-jitsu exponent.

“Looking at him in the

singlet.

He described his latest national stint, with the U23s in Bulgaria earlier this year, as “bitter sweet”.

“We had high expectations but we didn’t get the result we wanted so I have still got that urge … I want to prove myself.

“So hopefully I can go [to the US], get my Masters, come back and make the elites again, then try for that next Olympic cycle [Los Angeles 2028].

“I have had a lot more experience through the Rowing NZ system now and I will come back with more maturity … knowing what needs to be done now to nail those little one-percenters, prevention of injuries and sickness, just to be able to put in five hours of training every day, then re ally perform on that world

stage.”

Asked what he enjoyed most about such a demanding sport Kobe did not hesitate. “I just love winning,” he said. “Winning is the best feeling. When you are at the top you feel unstoppable. It is such a huge confidence boost. “Also, conquering your goals alongside your friends, that is such a great achievement.

“Then, when you are selected and your family get to watch you racing overseas – I find that pretty rewarding. And, of course, when you win it is even better. Family has always been a big part of my journey.”

Kobe also mentioned the support he received from the Inspire Foundation Marlborough, who helped fund his trip to the States.

early days I thought ‘yeah, you’ll be good to take a couple of records in a year or two’, but the bastard’s gone and done it within a year. That is so awesome.”

Riley was also undertaking his first competitive outing and “blitzed” his opposition while qualifying for the forthcoming nationals. The 15-year-old MBC student came away from Auckland with three out of a possible four national records and was second overall in the junior category.

His 138kg squat was a national record and just a couple of kg off a world record for his age and weight class. His 150kg deadlift broke the national record by 10kg while his total of 353kg was a new national record.

“It is hard to believe we only started working together nine months ago,” said Richard.

“Riley was quite a surprise …

when he first signed up I didn’t think there was much to it, but he just kept constantly chipping away. I said you could have a good shot at that and, being the good man he is, he took a swing and hit it.”

The Ascension lifters compete in the Global Powerlifting Committee [GPC] Federation, which is active in around 40 countries worldwide.

Richard says powerlifting is rapidly growing in popularity.

“People come in [to the gym] and just want to get a bit stronger, build some muscle and lose a bit of fat. Then, as they start training, they gain all this muscle and all of a sudden they are just flinging tin. It is unreal.

“You say to them ‘that was 200kgs man’ and they are like ‘oh, yeah’. Then before you know it 200 turns to 300 and they are just absolute animals.”

Marlborough rower Kobe Miller. Photo: Sharron Bennett Photography.

PETER JONES

PETER JONES

Cyril Heywood, at rear, and Riley Neal with the spoils of their success at the recent Auckland competition. Photo: Peter Jones.

Sport News In Brief

TOM TURNS IT ON

Marlborough rower Tom Murray’s lengthy recovery from a bout of illness appears to be well on track. The Blenheim oarsman was part of the New Zealand coxless four which picked up a bronze medal in a stacked field at the World Rowing Championships in Serbia at the weekend. The new combination of Matt Macdonald, Murray, Logan Ullrich and Ollie Maclean only raced for the first time eight weeks ago at the World Cup regatta in Switzerland. New Zealand had already qualified the boat for the Paris Olympics in their semifinal. Also qualifying their boat for the Games were Marlborough rower Robbie Manson and Ben Mason in the double sculls. They finished fifth in the B final.

Redwoodtown basketballers step up

PETER JONES

They may have been newcomers at the recent Top of the South Intermediate Winter Sports tournament in Nelson, but a talented and motivated group of basketballers from Redwoodtown School immediately made their presence felt.

The Redwoodtown year 7/8 boys team upset the odds to go through the annual event unbeaten, making the most of their first stint at the popular tournament.

Having dominated on the local scene, the lads were keen for another challenge and decided a two-day tournament against larger intermediate schools would certainly test them, especially since Redwoodtown only draws from 90 intermediate students.

On the first day they picked up two solid wins, beating Broadgreen Intermediate 32-2 then accounting for Bohally Intermediate 22-12.

The following day they beat Waimea Intermediate 25-17, then romped past St Pauls 42-6.

By winning their pool the boys won straight through to the final where they met Nelson Intermediate. The

scores were level, 11-11, at halftime which led to a tense second half before Redwoodtown drew away to prevail 19-15.

Their coach, Todd Kauie, said he was “stoked” with the team and their efforts.

Captain Jack Wickens, said, “No one knew who we were before we played, but they do now.”

HOCKEY HOPEFULS

Fourteen Marlborough players will be in action at the Ford National Hockey Championships in Hamilton this week. Eight women from Marlborough have been included in an 18-strong women’s Tasman Tigers squad, coached by Denise Lloyd and Matt Hair. They are: Pip Lunn, Taylor Duffy, Grace Davies, Stacey Curry, Veronica Hardman, Emma Burrell, Millie Volckman and Celia Watson. The Tasman men’s side will include six players from this side of the hill. They comprise: Grant McMillan, Jared Buckley, Eli Kepes, Hugo McDougall, Bradley Jacobs and Ollie King. They will be coached by Paul Jones and Jarad Jones.

SHOOTERS PREVAIL

The Marlborough Boys’ College Shooting Team won the Boys Team Grade at the TSNZ Challenge 2023 secondary Schools Postal Shooting Competition. The MBC team comprised Reuben Henry, Willem Rowe and Riley Morriss. Willem also placed in the Top 3 Boys Individual Grade.

RYAN RUNNER-UP

Multisport athlete Ryan Marfell continues to impress, finishing second in the New Zealand Secondary School Duathlon Champs in Auckland. Subsequently Ryan was named in the New Zealand team for the World Age Group Duathlon Championship in Townsville, Australia.

IN LIKE FYNN

Marlborough footballer Fynn Hawes has been included in the Nelson/Marlborough regional team which competes in the U17 Southern National Youth league that kicked off at the weekend.

BOWLERS BEATEN

The Marlborough Indoor Bowls Rep team was soundly beaten by a strong Canterbury team in Christchurch on Saturday.  Canterbury won the Joan Shearman Memorial trophy by 80 points to 28. The best results for Marlborough were from Glen and Jill Hurcomb, Jude Tootell and Ngaire Garraway with three wins each.

The victorious Redwoodtown School crew. Photo: Supplied.

The NZ four with Tom Murray, second from left.

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ROTARY CLUBS BLENHEIM Meet Mon & Tues 5.30pm. World-wide service club for men & women doing great things in your community. For info on meeting venues. Ph Blenheim Club Secretary Andy Rowe 021842928. Blenheim South Club Secretary Dean Heiford 0212462642.

TUESDAY

MARLBOROUGH HERB SOCIETY Meets 4th Tues of month, 7pm. Various locations. To promote use, educate & identification of herbs. Email: mhsgarlicpress@gmail. com

RENWICK ARMS COUNTRY CLUB CARD SECTION 2pm every week, we play CRIBBAGE. Springlands Tavern Restaurant, 16 Boyce St. $5. Ph 0272077631.

STEADY AS YOU GO Gentle Exercise & Balance Class for Seniors. 11.30am-12.30pm, St Christopher’s Church Hall. Stay for a cuppa afterwards. Cost $3. 92 Weld St. Ph 0213852333donna@stchristophers.co.nz

SUNBELT TOASTMASTERS Learn public speaking. Improve your confidence. 6.20pm fortnightly. St Mary’s Community Centre. Ph 0276001788. E: sunbeltblenheim@gmail.com

RED HAT SOCIETY The Kiwi Damsels in De-Stress are part of a worldwide organization for women to enjoy fun, laughter & friendship. A specific dress code is part of the fun. This daytime group meets twice a month on the 1st & 3rd Tues mornings. Ph Tina 0211045945.

MARLBOROUGH TENNIS CLUB Parker St. 8.30am12pm. Social Tennis. MT 10am. Non-members $5. Ph 0275786436

SIT AND BE FIT Tues & Thurs 1.15pm Cost $2. Contact Riversdale Community House 5780469 / 0223007342.

BLENHEIM CHORAL 7pm. Wesley Centre, Henry St. www.marlboroughsingers.org.

BLENHEIM AIR TRAINING CORP 6.30-9pm RNZAF Base Woodbourne. Recruiting new cadets aged 13 & 15. E: 27sqn@cadetforces.org.nz

PICTON NEWCOMERS NETWORK 1st Tues of month

‘COFFEE & CHAT’ 10-11am, Seabreeze Café, London Quay. New to town? Need help to settle in? Interested in local activities? We can help! Ph Cathy - Coordinator 0210451799 picton@newcomers.co.nz

KNITTERS & SPINNERS Meet 10am, Picton library. Bring your knitting for this social catch-up.

PICTON TABLE TENNIS for adults 10am-12pm. Little Theatre, Picton. $4 per session. Meet people & get some exercise. Morning tea provided. New members welcome. Ph Ernest 0275888453.

RENWICK MENZ SHED 54 High St Renwick. Left side of church. Morning tea provided. Tues 8.30am-2pm. Fri 8.30am-12noon. Ph Dave 02102282592.

“WE LOVE THE MARLBOROUGH WEEKLY & EVENT CINEMAS BLENHEIM”

WINNER OF THE 5TH SEPTEMBER MARLBOROUGH WEEKLY DOUBLE PASS MOVIE TICKET DRAW

Deborah Giddy

PICTON LINE DANCING 9.30-11.30am Anglican Church hall. $6 per class. Beginners welcome. Ph Carol 0212125252 or Raewyn 021715484.

MARLBOROUGH WOMEN’S CLUB MAHJONG New members welcome. 1-3.30pm $4. afternoon tea. Free tuition available. 12 Battys Rd. Ph Gail 0272214121.

WEDNESDAY

WAITOHI SOCIAL CLUB We meet 10am at the Picton Library, every 3rd Wed of the month for fun & friendship. Gold coin donation for morning tea. After meeting we go for lunch at one of the venues in Picton, should you wish to join us.

PICTON LIONS Join a worthwhile volunteer group, both female & male members wanted, good fellowship, all money raised goes back to Picton community. First Wed of the month. Ph Norman 0274336242

ROCK ‘N’ ROLL 7.30pm. Blenheim Bowling Club, 65 Weld St. Ph Erin 027 234 1709.

RAPAURA INDOOR BOWLS CLUB 7.30pm. Rapaura Hall. Ph Sue 021661717.

BLENHEIM PROBUS CLUB Retired/semi-retired?

Meetings 1st Wed of the month. 10am. Wesley Centre. Ph Ann 5787046/Jan 0226353919.

PICTON - SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING 7.30pm. Picton Little Theatre. No partner needed. Beginner’s welcome. Ph Lynda 0212600860.

STRETCH & BREATHE Gentle Stretching/Balance Class for Seniors. 10-11am, St Christopher’s Church Hall. Stay for a cuppa afterwards. Cost $3. 92 Weld St, Ph 0213852333. E: donna@stchristophers.co.nz

MARLBOROUGH MULTICULTURAL CENTRE hosts newcomers 10.30am-12noo., 21 Henry St. Opportunities for Newcomers & Marlburians to make friends, practice English & support each other. Ven y practica tu inglés. Te esperamos.

HEART HELP SUPPORT Community group dedicated to the well-being of those who live with a heart condition or experienced a heart attack. Offering support to whanau. Meet 3rd Wed of the month, 10am. Ph Jenny Goss 0211629102.

COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS casual parents/caregivers catch up. 10.30-12pm Town Plunket Clinic, 16 Henry St. MARLBOROUGH CHINESE FELLOWSHIP Chinese Christian group. Interested in the Bible or Christianity, desire to grow in the faith or would like to meet new friends, we welcome you. Wed 6-7.30pm, St Christopher’s Church. 92 Weld St. Ph Guan 0221642782/Mandy 022 4326886.

DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP 10-11.30am to support each other. Regular speakers, outings, share in a safe environment. Ph Alistair Crawford 0272883032.

MARLBOROUGH VINTAGE CAR CLUB MUSEUM Sun & Wed, 1.30 – 3.30pm, Brayshaw Park, Arthur Baker Pl, Blenheim. Donation appreciated. Other times by arrangement. Ph Bill 0275 784 322.

BLENHEIM PETANQUE CLUB Games held at courts, 65A Weld St, Wed 1-3pm & Sun 10am-12pm. Ph/Text John 021979323.

LIONS’ CLUB OF BLENHEIM Serving the community over sixty years. Would you like to know more about the Lion’s club or are interested in becoming a Lion. Tea meetings held 2nd & 4th Wed. Ph Delphine Lee 0299425004 or Helen Williams 0211458572.

THURSDAY

PICTON BRIDGE CLUB 6.50pm Port Marlborough Pavilion. Ph Judy 021685348.

KEEP U MOVING Gentle Walking Exercise for Seniors. 11.30am-12.30pm St Christopher’s Church Hall. Stay for a cuppa afterwards. Cost $3. 92 Weld St. Ph 0213852333 donna@stchristophers.co.nz

COMPANIONS Ages 65+. 1st Thurs of the month. 1pm. Harvest Life Church, 22 Nelson St. Ph Avon 035792440, Lorraine 035781240, or Shirley 035783728.

COPD SUPPORT & EXERCISE GROUP Tailored for people with breathlessness. Every 2nd & 4th Thurs 1.15pm. Redwoodtown Community Hall, Cnr Weld & Cleghorn St. Ph Diana 0272105780/Gillian 0274545102.

SOCIAL BADMINTON Thurs morning 9am-12noon

Simcox Stadium Batty’s Rd. $6. All adults welcome. Ph Cathy 021503348

PICTON TABLE TENNIS Thurs 10am-12pm, Port Marlborough Pavilion, Waikawa Rd. All adults welcome. $4 incl. morning tea. Equipment supplied. Ph Ernest 0275 888 453.

MARLBOROUGH AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 2nd Thurs of month, 7.30pm, EOC, 4 Wither Rd. For all interested

in Amateur Radio, Electronics & Emergency Communications.

KNIT & NATTER Blenheim Library every 2nd & 4th Thurs of the month. 10am-12noon. All welcome. Bring your yarn & have a yarn. For info ph Sue 5785317.

FRIDAY

NATIVITY TUNES FOR TOTS Music, food & fun for pre-schoolers & caregivers. Fri 9.30am. Wesley Centre, 3 Henry St. During term time. Ph 5783909 for info.

PICTON NEWCOMERS NETWORK ‘SUNDOWNERS’

5-6pm at Café Cortado on the waterfront. New to town? Need help to settle in? Interested in local activities? We can help! Ph Cathy - Coordinator 0210451799 or email picton@newcomers.co.nz

LINK Fun, board games & afternoon tea in the lounge at Nativity Centre, 76 Alfred St every Fri 1pm. Gold coin donation appreciated. Ph 5783909 for info.

UPBEAT ORCHESTRA All ages. Instruments. From beginner-grade 5. St Ninians Church Hall, Alabama Rd every Fri 5-6.30pm. Email upbeatorchestra@gmail.com for info.

MARLBOROUGH WOMEN’S CLUB AVO 2-4p.m. Guest speakers. $5. Afternoon tea. Guests welcome with a view to join for fellowship & relaxed environment. 12 Battys Rd. Ph Dianne 0212147757.

SATURDAY / SUNDAY

SPRINGLANDS SCHOOL GALA Sat 16th Sept 10am2pm Entertainment for the whole family including bouncy castle, face painting, toy sale, food stalls, monster raffle and mystery key prize draw. All proceeds go towards buying outdoor equipment.

MARLBOROUGH QUILTERS meeting 2nd Sat of the month at Marlb Vintage & Farm Machinery, Brayshaw Park 10am-4 pm. Join us to learn quilting or bring your own projects. Sewing Machines available. Newcomer’s welcome. Liz 0212067382

ST ANDREW’S CONCERT St Andrews Church, 5 Henry St, Sun 17th Sep 3–4pm. Marsha Stringer & Lissa Cowie performing. Tickets $10 at door. Music - light classical & romantic. Ph Marsha 03 5787448

RENWICK SOCIAL TENNIS Every Sat, 2-4pm weather permitting. Members $2 Visitors $5. 10 Uxbridge St (behind the Bowling Club) Ph Leigh Andrews 0211913034 or visit our Facebook Page for more details & other upcoming events.

BAHÁ’Í DEVOTIONS 1st & 3rd Sun, 10.30-11.15am, Marl Community Centre, 25 Alfred St, 12th Lane. Blenheim. Cnr Farmers carpark. www.bahai.org

THE ROADHOUSE BREAKFAST for car enthusiasts of all genres. 1st Sun of month, Riverlands Roadhouse, coffee cart on site, cafe has great food. 100+ cars at each of first two events.

BLENHEIM ROTARY BOOTSALE MARKET Railway Station carpark, Sat 8am-12pm. Blenheim Rotary Bootsale operating over 25 years, funds to local/international projects. New or used items, plants, food, coffee carts welcome. See bootsalemarket on Facebook.

MARLBOROUGH STROKE CLUB a voluntary organisation dedicated to the wellbeing of those who have experienced a stroke, and to the support of their caregivers. We offer support, friendship & education with various meetings held each month. Ph Vyvienne Dunlop 5783837 or 021929955.

MARLBOROUGH MOUNTAIN BIKE CLUB committed to seeing mountain biking flourish in Marlborough. We hold regular rides suitable for all levels of fitness & ability. Including back country expeditions, easy local rides, more serious mountain bike races. Marlboroughmountainbike@gmail.com.

BLENHEIM FAMILY HISTORY GROUP Interested in Family History Research & building your Family Tree? Contact us for advice & assistance. Informal gatherings held 3rd Sun of month, 1.30–3pm, Family History Rooms, Brayshaw Park. Ph Lauri 578 8385.

MARLBOROUGH FARMERS MARKET A&P showgrounds, 9am-12pm Sun, local fresh & seasonal produce & products.

REDWOOD MARKET Redwood Tavern car park, Cleghorn St. Sat, 8am-12pm. Plants, garden products, flowers, crafts including handmade soaps, cards & jewellery.

Raising money for your community. PICTON RAIL & SAIL on the Foreshore. Mini train rides & yachts from 20 cents. Every Sun & the school holiday’s, subject to weather.

BLENHEIM RIVERSIDE RAILWAY Runs 1st & 3rd Sun of the month. We have Eftpos. Facebook / Riverside Railway.

MARLBOROUGH TENNIS CLUB Parker St. Every Sun 3-5pm. Social Tennis Non-Members $2 All welcome. Ph Joanna 0275786436

BARNABAS CHURCH BLENHEIM 4pm Sun service. St Ninians Church, corner Riley Cres & Alabama Rd. barnabas.org.nz.

MARLBOROUGH ASSOCIATED MODELLERS SOCIETY

miniature train rides $2. 1st & 3rd Sun of month. Model yacht & boat sailing Sun, 1pm-4pm, Brayshaw Park.

KETO SUPPORT GROUP meet Sat fortnightly (approx. beginning & mid-month) 10am. Revival Café, Springlands. Informal gathering of folk interested in this dietary practice. No charge, no obligation but the coffee’s great! For info Ph 0275057774.

REPAIR CAFÉ We’ll fix your small repair on site. Sewing, darning, bikes, small furniture, wooden items, toys, electronics & mobile phones. 9am-12noon. 23rd Sep (Monthly, every 4th Sat). John’s Kitchen, 2 Redwood St. Donations accepted.

GENERAL GROUPS

WORKING BEE – TE WHANAU HOU GROVETOWN LAGOON Plant, weed & mulch. Wed 9.30-11.30am. Thurs 1.30-3pm. Ph Rosanne 0210709267; and every 2nd Sun (10th Sep) meet at Wairau Rowing Club, Steam Wharf Rd, Grovetown. 9:30am-12pm, followed by a BBQ. E: Justine Johnsonmarlborough@gmail.com

ULYSSES CLUB Coffee 10am every Sat, at The Runway Café. For info on other rides, E: marlborough@ulysses. org.nz or visit marlborough.ulysses.org.nz.

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Thurs /Sat 7-8pm. Riversdale Community House, 131 Budge St.

WEEKLY STEADY AS YOU GO CLASSES Mon 10.3011.30am The Foundry, John St. Tues 1.30– 2.30pm, Union Parish, 40 Broadway, Picton. (2 doors down from Police Station). Tues 11.30am-12.30 St Christophers Hall, Redwoodtown. Wed 1.30-2.30pm, Marlborough Community Centre, 25 Alfred St, Blenheim. For more info ph Age Concern office 5793457. Cost Blenheim $2 per class. Picton $3 per class.

MARLBOROUGH COMMUNITY VEHICLE TRUST Have difficulty getting to medical appointments in NELSON? This trust was created to carry people to Nelson for medical appointments. Email soundsvehicle@gmail.com or Ph 5741311.

AA MEETINGS Marlborough area. Ring alcoholics anonymous for help to stop drinking. Ph 0800229 6757. www.aa.org.nz. Meetings: 7.30pm Mon, Plunket Rooms, 21 Bythell St / 7.30pm Wed Picton Model Railway, 1 Picton Wharf / 7.30pm Fri St Luke’s Church Hall, 20 Ferry Creek Rd, Spring Creek / 7.55am Sat Salvation Army Rm, 35 George St / 7.30pm Sun at Church, 54 High St, Renwick.

PICTON MEN’S COMMUNITY SHED 2 Market St. Wed 8.30am-2.30pm. Sat 8.30am-12pm Ph Bill Rogers 5735507 or Rex 021469191. A place of welcome for Picton’s menfolk.

BLENHEIM MENZ SHED 4 Dillons Point Rd, Bright Centre Complex. Where men of all ages meet to just chill out or do projects for themselves or the community. We provide equipment, tools & workspace for most woodwork & metalwork projects. Open Sat 9am-12noon. Mon & Thurs 1-4pm. Ph Dave 0212340057.

SENIORNET MARLBOROUGH SOUNDS Linkwater Hall, Queen Charlotte Drive. Our tutors are available for people 50+ who need assistance with their computer/ smart phone. Ph Secretary - Ian Cameron (03)5742558 to arrange.

BROOKLYN CROQUET CLUB Tues, Thurs, Sat, 1pm Golf Croquet, Whitehead Park grounds, Brooklyn Dr. Mallets supplied.

MARLBOROUGH TRAMPING CLUB A very active club. Mid-week, Sunday trips, overnight & extended trips. Info at www.marlboroughtrampingclub.co.nz or marlboroughtrampingclub@gmail.com

Mo tēnei tūranga mahi | About the role

The library team provides a range of library services, collections, and spaces to the residents of Marlborough along with supporting the community in relation to literacy, knowledge, information, research and study, recreation, and leisure activities.

We are seeking someone who not only has a passion for libraries but is also a positive, loyal, enthusiastic individual to be the first point of contact to assist in providing excellent customer service to our community and staff. The key focus of the Library Assistant role is to provide outstanding library help desk service to visitors. Then as the Customer Service Officer you will answer queries and provide information on Council’s wide range of community services, receive payments and direct enquires to the correct departments. You’ll engage with the community, build relationships and assist with everything from issuing and returning books to finding resources and answering basic computer questions.

This rewarding part time role, working 13 hours per fortnight, is based across Friday to Sunday once a fortnight.

This role is the backbone to the library’s daily operations, and will include a mixture of face to face, phone interaction and digital channels. Therefore, confidence in all these areas is necessary, so everything runs smoothly.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Full details of the vacancy and how to apply can be located at www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/ careers/current-vacancies.

Applications close 5.00 pm on 24 September 2023.

www.marlborough.govt.nz

Mo tēnei tūranga mahi | About the role

The library team provides a range of library services, collections, programmes and spaces to the residents of Marlborough that support literacy, knowledge, information, research and study, recreation, and leisure activities.

The key focus of the Library Assistant role is to provide outstanding customer service. Other duties will include delivering programmes and training to the public, helping customers with a wide range of queries and information needs and managing behaviour and resolving conflict.

We are seeking someone who not only has a passion for libraries but loves to help others succeed to join us at the newly built Te Kahu o Waipuna. This part time role, working 26 hours per week, is worked across Tuesday to Saturday. The hours of work are detailed at the link below.

We are on a journey to be a community hub that is welcoming, engaging and inspirational. If this sounds like something you want to be part of, and you have some of the skills outlined, we look forward to hearing from you - Tono mai | Apply now!

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply Full details of the vacancy and how to apply can be located at www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/ careers/current-vacancies.

Applications close 5.00 pm on 24 September 2023.

www.marlborough.govt.nz

Notice for consultation on proposed Enrolment Scheme amendments for 11 Blenheim Schools

The Ministry of Education has identified 11 schools in Blenheim that require amendments to their enrolment schemes.

After engagement with the Boards of these schools, we have developed proposed enrolment scheme amendments for Bohally Intermediate, Fairhall School, Grovetown School, Rapaura School, Redwoodtown School, Renwick School, Riverlands School, Springlands School, Tua Marina School, Whitney Street School, and Witherlea School, under the Education and Training Act 2020. As part of this process, we are consulting with the schools’ communities and with people living in the area.

Under these schemes, students can enrol if they live within the proposed home zones. The enrolment of out-of-zone students is governed by the provisions of the Education and Training Act 2020.

A copy of the proposed enrolment scheme for Bohally Intermediate is available at https://consultation.education.govt.nz/education/ bohallyintermediate-es

A copy of the proposed enrolment scheme for Fairhall School is available at https://consultation.education.govt.nz/education/fairhallschool-es

A copy of the proposed enrolment scheme for Grovetown School is available at https://consultation.education.govt.nz/education/grovetownschool-es

A copy of the proposed enrolment scheme for Rapaura School is available at https://consultation.education.govt.nz/education/rapauraschool-es

A copy of the proposed enrolment scheme for Redwoodtown School is available at https://consultation.education.govt.nz/education/ redwoodtownschool-es

A copy of the proposed enrolment scheme for Renwick School is available at https://consultation.education.govt.nz/education/renwickschool-es

A copy of the proposed enrolment scheme for Riverlands School is available at https://consultation.education.govt.nz/education/riverlandsschool-es

A copy of the proposed enrolment scheme for Springlands School is available at https://consultation.education.govt.nz/education/springlandsschool-es

A copy of the proposed enrolment scheme for Tua Marina School is available at https://consultation.education.govt.nz/education/tuamarinaschool-es

A copy of the proposed enrolment scheme for Whitney Street School is available at https://consultation.education.govt.nz/education/whitneyschool-es

A copy of the proposed enrolment scheme for Witherlea School is available at https://consultation.education.govt.nz/education/witherleaschool-es

If you have any feedback about any of the proposed enrolment schemes, please visit the respective website, read the information and complete the survey before Friday 15th September.

Contact email; Enquiries.Nelson@education.govt.nz

MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT COUNCIL Library Assistant (Blenheim)

MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT COUNCIL Library Assistant/ Customer Service Officer (Picton)

Notice for consultation on a proposed Enrolment Scheme for Blenheim School

The Ministry of Education has identified that Blenheim School is at risk of overcrowding and have given the school board notice of this.

After engagement with the school board, we have developed a proposed enrolment scheme for Blenheim School under the Education and Training Act 2020.

As part of this process, we are consulting with the school community and with people living in the area.

Under this scheme, students will be able to enrol if they live within the proposed home zone. The enrolment of out-of-zone students is governed by the provisions of the Education and Training Act 2020.

A copy of the proposed enrolment scheme for Blenheim School is available at https://consultation. education.govt.nz/education/blenheimschool-es

If you have any feedback about the proposed enrolment scheme, please visit the applicable website, read the information and complete the survey before Friday 15th September.

Contact email; Enquiries.Nelson@education.govt.nz

Notice for consultation on a proposed Enrolment Scheme for Queen Charlotte College

The Ministry of Education has identified that Queen Charlotte College is at risk of overcrowding and have given the school board notice of this.

After engagement with the school board, we have developed proposed enrolment schemes for Queen Charlotte College under the Education and Training Act 2020.

As part of this process, we are consulting with the school community and with people living in the area. Under this scheme, students will be able to enrol if they live within the proposed home zone. The enrolment of out-of-zone students is governed by the provisions of the Education and Training Act 2020.

A copy of the proposed enrolment scheme for Queen Charlotte College is available at https:// consultation.education.govt.nz/education/qcc-es

If you have any feedback about the proposed enrolment scheme, please visit the applicable website, read the information and complete the survey before Friday 15th September.

Contact email; Enquiries.Nelson@education.govt.nz

OUT OF ZONE VACANCIES

The Board of Trustees advises that 25 out of zone vacancies have become available at Rapaura School for the 2024 academic school year. The vacancies are across all year levels.

Enrolment at the school is governed by an enrolment scheme, details of which are available on the school website www.rapaura.school.nz.

The deadline for receipt of applications for out of zone places is Friday 13 October 2023 at 3pm. The ballot will be held on Friday 20 October 2023.

Parents of students who live within the home zone should also apply by this date to assist the school to plan for next year. Students who live in the home zone are entitled to enrol at the school. Please email office@rapaura.school.nz with enrolment application details.

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