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‘Constant fear’ at boys’ home Erin Bradnock Reporter

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For Wayne Roberts, Sunnybank orphanage and children’s home was a place of “24/7 fear”.

Wayne, now 70, was just six or seven-years-old when he and his three brothers arrived at Sunny Bank in 1957.

Nestled in the hills of Wakapuaka, Sunnybank Boys’ School was run by the Sisters of Our Lady of

the Missions from 1941 to 1974.

A Nelson Photo News story of September 1963 described Sunny Bank as “tending to the material, educational and spiritual needs of up to 50 boys aged between 5 and 15”.

As the Royal Commission into Abuse in Care launched in 2018 continues to unfold, Wayne is speaking up about his traumatic experience for those that no longer can. “The whole time we were there, it was 24/7 fear,” he says.

Wayne says two particular incidents of neglect and violence have stuck with him, including the “vicious” treatment of a boy who wet the bed.

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‘It’s a brick wall’: Family’s plea to find a rental

sarah parkin, ava Noonan, 7 months, Olly Noonan, 2, and Chris Noonan with some of their animals.

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Kate Russell A much-loved local family business may have to leave Nelson due to the shortage of suitable rental properties in the region.

Chris Noonan and Sarah Parkin own Sabre’s Party Animals, bringing their range of creatures to parties, events and schools.

However, they have been issued a 90-day notice to leave their Stoke rental due to the owner needing the property and are struggling to find someone to give their family a chance.

That family includes their two young children, Olly, 2, and Ava, 7 months - but it also includes two miniature horses, five reptiles, three cockatoos, one African grey parrot, plus a five-tonne fish tank with giant tropical fish in it.

“The Nelson housing market is an abomination. Owning a house used to be the family dream, now the dream is just having a roof over our heads,” Chris says.

“Something needs to be done.”

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“We are big supporters of the mahi of the Cancer Society and the food banks through Impact Church.”

“The Women’s Refuge, really admire their work and who they help out.”

“I donate to the SPCA all the time, I got my rabbit from there. They do such good things.”

“The Nelson Hospice, they looked after my brother really well with exemplary care.”

‘It’s a brick wall’: Family’s plea to find a rental from page 1 They have only been in their current rental property for just over one year.

“We are quite pissed off about the situation, but we understand it’s not our home. There’s nothing we can do about it. It is what it is,” Chris says.

“I’m not going to play the violin string and let people feel sorry for us, because it’s a lot of families, it’s not just us.”

Sabre’s Party Animals has been running in Nelson for about three years.

Chris says they have built up quite the following and would hate to have to leave town.

But, they may not have any other option.

“People are saying, ‘no, you can’t leave, we love you guys, we were going to book you’ and people come up to me in the supermar-

ket all the time and say, ‘oh, you’re parrot man’.”

Within days of posting about their situation on their business Facebook page, it had been shared 36 times.

“Everyone is supporting us, but it’s just a brick wall.”

The business is thriving, and they have just been permitted to run pony treks through Isel Park over the summer.

Their online booking system even crashed last month due to a massive influx of bookings.

“We have worked so hard to build up a business that caters to all ages and offers something that you don’t get to see up close and personal everyday.”

Sarah says they are prepared to move anywhere in the region, including Upper Moutere and Tapawera, but so far, they have had nothing but rejection.

“We are open to anywhere. Cur-

Sarah parkin, ava, olly and Chris Noonan need to find a new home for their family. Photo: Kate Russell. rently, there are only 14 rental properties on Trade Me in the region in our range. I went to a property out in Wakefield that was $600 a week. That’s getting to mortgage material.

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were leaving when I turned up, and another six or seven groups were in front of me.

“How do you make yourself stick out that little bit more to get noticed?”

The search is also proving more

difficult heading into summer, which doesn’t agree with their 29 January deadline.

“Everything closes down for three or four weeks over Christmas, so we’ve got two months to try and find somewhere,” Sarah says.

“We have friends who have said they will help us out and take us in, but it’s upsetting thinking about what could happen.

“If we have to leave, our kids are the ones who will miss out, they love it here.”

Chris and Sarah are ideally looking for a long-term property up to $550 per week, with three bedrooms and a double garage/large shed with power for their fish tank.

If you know of somewhere suitable, please email sabrespartyanimals@ gmail.com or kate@nelsonweekly. co.nz

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Man hurled bricks and abuse in CBD Erin Bradnock Reporter

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A man who spent a Tuesday evening throwing bricks at cars and the following Monday abusing staff at Lone Star Nelson has pleaded guilty to charges of endangering others and disorderly behaviour.

Graham Gordon Charlett, 61, appeared in Nelson District Court on Monday where he pleaded guilty to the charges against him. He appeared in court from custody via an audio-visual link.

According to the police summary of facts, Charlett was seen walking along Nile and Collingwood Sts and throwing bricks at cars on 21 September, just after 8pm.

One victim was driving along Collingwood St when she saw Charlett in the middle of the road.

The victim veered to the right of the road in an attempt to avoid the defendant, however Charlett had other ideas, jumping across the road to get in line with the car.

As the victim swerved and drove away to avoid hitting the defendant, Charlett hurled a

A man appeared via audio-visual link in Nelson District Court on Monday on charges of endangering others and disorderly behaviour. Photo: File. brick at the back of the victim’s car, denting the rear bumper.

Police arrested Charlett at the scene where he refused to comment.

Less than a week later Charlett again caught the attention of police when he began to verbally abuse Lone Star staff and members of the public on Monday, 27 September.

Charlett approached the Lone Star restaurant shortly before 6pm when he attempted to go inside. When spoken to by the restaurant’s manager, Charlett said he was wanting to come inside to buy “one smoke for 15c”.

When he was told to leave, he

became angry and began to verbally abuse staff and the public.

From there, Charlett headed into the middle of Hardy St where he continued to yell offensive language and forced traffic to slow and divert around him.

Charlett’s defence lawyer Dave Holloway told the court that Charlett had had a significant history of this type of offending and had a “long-standing alcohol addiction,” as some context into the incidents.

Judge Arthur Tompkins delayed sentencing till 14 January, to allow for presentencing reports to take place.

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Houses to give local families a hand-up Kate Russell Reporter

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A new Habitat for Humanity rent-to-buy housing project in Stoke will allow 12 families to start their journey into homeownership.

The multi-house development will be built on a section behind Elim Christian Centre on Main Rd Stoke and includes six two-bedroom homes and six three-bedroom homes, all two-storey. There will also be a further two one-bedroom homes which will be rented out and suitable for the elderly and people with disabilities.

General manager Nick Clarke says the homes will have a shared BBQ area, sheds, play areas, and a green space.

“It’s high-density living. We could have put five or six bigger houses on here, but we can help more people this way.”

Nick says the 12 houses will be ready to move into in about 18 months and are being funded by interest-free loan funding from the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development.

Nick says the site used to house a home that was destroyed by fire in 2017.

“We were fortunate enough

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Habitat for Humanity Nelson general manager Nick Clarke at the site on Main Rd Stoke where they will be building new rent-to-buy homes. Photo: Kate Russell. to be able to buy it, which is a game-changer.”

Habitat for Humanity has built more than 20 homes in Nelson under their progressive homeownership system.

“It’s a hand-up, not a handout,” Nick says. “People have to be prepared to journey with us on this, contribute towards their own home, and show their financial situation - there are certain criteria they have to work through.”

They also have plans to develop the site next door, as well as a property in Richmond which will be developed into five townhouses using the same government funding scheme.

Nick says it’s concerning to see the housing crisis affect such a wide range of people.

“It’s a real privilege to be involved in stuff like this because you know that it’s meeting a key need for our community.

I feel a bit sad we haven’t been able to move faster - the sooner we get people in, the sooner we can help more people.”

They are now seeking families interested in being a part of the Stoke development and are holding a number of public meetings this month, starting today. To find out more, go to the ‘Nelson ReStore’ Facebook page. Applications for the homes will close at the end of January.

Communities across the Top of the South have once again dug deep to support one of the region’s most vital services, the Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter.

The NBS Helicopter Rescue Appeal, which ran throughout October, raised a total of $64,273.14 for the helicopter rescue service, providing a much-needed boost in what has been a difficult year.

Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter Trust (NMRHT) general manager, Paula Muddle, says it was an incredible effort from the community considering the uncertainty created by the Covid-19 pandemic.

“We are really grateful to all who donated and, of course, especially grateful to NBS and our other corporate sponsors. They are so crucial to our operations.”

However, things remain tight as the trust deals with the financial impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, which has left a half million-dollar hole in the budget, stemming mainly from a loss in community grant funding and the cancellation of events.

“All our pilots, crewmen and intensive care flight paramedics are fully paid, which means we can be on stand-by all day, every day of the year.

“We’re proud of that and we’re working hard to make sure it stays that way.”

The NMRHT is partially funded by a government contract with National Ambulance Sector Office (NASO).

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Jellyfish wobble up on Nelson shores Erin Bradnock Inspirational Kiwi wāhine recognised: Chia Sisters Chloe and Florence van Dyke have been named as finalists in the 2021 Women of Influence Awards, thanks to their environmental values. The pair will be judged against eight others for the Business Enterprise Award. A Women of Influence Supreme Winner is then chosen from among the 10 different category winners. The finalists and winners will be honoured at a Women of Influence Awards gala dinner in Auckland on 10 February, 2022.

Local business panel members wanted: Local business leaders and owners are being asked to join a business panel providing insight into business confidence and challenges within their sector. The Nelson Tasman Regional Insights Panel is a joint initiative between the Nelson Regional Development Agency and the Nelson Tasman Chamber of Commerce with the support of NBS. The initiative will provide valuable insights so current issues across different sectors, locations, and types of businesses can be identified. To join the panel, go to www.commerce.org.nz/businessresources/regional-insights-panel

As temperatures rise it’s not just Nelsonians heading to our shorelines but the annual bloom of jellyfish, too.

Nelson City Council advises beachgoers and dog walkers to keep an eye out for jellyfish along Tāhunanui, Monaco and the harbour, as even washed up on the sands their tentacles can leave a sting.

Marine biology technician and resident jellyfish expert for the National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Re-

search, Diana Macpherson, says it is high temperatures, prevailing winds and currents that cause hundreds of jellyfish to hit our shorelines.

She says there are two main species of jellyfish washing up around the region recently, including the lion’s mane and the spotted jellyfish.

The pinkish brown-coloured lion’s mane is the biggest species seen in our waters with a bell or hood that can reach two metres in diameter and tentacles that can grow up to 36 metres long.

Atutahi wins business support: Nelson-based business Atutahi has this week been named as one of five woman-led businesses to be named as a 2021 SheEO Venture. Ventures have access to initiatives such as interest-free loans for five years, business mentoring and pro-bono legal.

“It has four frilly oral arms, eight clusters of tentacles and each cluster has more than 100 individual tentacles.

They occasionally swarm in large numbers and deliver a painful sting,” Diana says.

The spotted jellyfish have dark polka dots on their bell and 30cm long tentacles. She says they can also deliver a painful sting.

She says while jellyfish get a bad reputation for the stingers, they play a vital role in our marina.

“Jellies play an important

role in marine food webs as predators, or prey, or by decomposing scraps of food for suspension feeders in the water or on the seafloor, where bacteria finally process the products of decay,” she says.

Tāhunanui Pharmacy has seen a few jellyfish stings over the years and pharmacist Divina Janssen has sound advice for anyone who experiences a sting.

“The key is to flush the area with fresh or seawater and that will hopefully remove the tentacle.”

Top South Media, which publishes Nelson Weekly, got behind I AM HOPE’s Gumboot Friday campaign, collectively raising more than $10,500 for the cause. This was raised from advertising features in both the Nelson and Waimea Weekly and from the team hitting the streets in Nelson and Richmond on Friday, alongside the good folk from Hubbers Flooring. All money raised will stay in the Nelson Tasman region.

TSM would like to thank all the advertisers who participated in the features, those who donated on the day and the dedicated team from Hubbers, who were fantastic collectors.

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Dresses to help hospice NEWS Sara Hollyman Editor

Blaze at Boulder Bank bach: Emergency services were alerted to a fire at a bach on the Boulder Bank at around 11:30am last Wednesday. Fire and Emergency NZ confirmed they had received ‘multiple calls’ regarding the fire and worked with assistance from Coastguard Nelson, who used pumps to extinguish the flames with seawater.

Fire investigators were working to determine the cause of the blaze. Firefighters say that this serves as a reminder to Nelsonians that working smoke alarms and escape plans are paramount in case of a house fire.

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When Sue Sara put her hand up to put together a wedding for a couple who were battling cancer, she never dreamed it would grow to helping more than 100 brides to walk down the aisle in a special gown.

Facebook page ‘Pay it Forward Wedding Dress Hire’ has seen more than 100 brides get access to bridal gowns on a budget. However, after eight years, the page is now closing down with the dresses being sold to raise money for charity.

The page began when a local couple decided to get married after the groom was diagnosed with terminal cancer.

On a tight budget, they reached out to the community to help pull it together.

Sue, who was admin of the ‘Pay-it-forward’ Facebook page at the time, fielded donation offers from hair, make-up, and a wedding gown to make the day happen for the couple.

“Everything pulled together

Sue Sara hopes to sell more than 70 gowns before Christmas. Photo: Sara Hollyman. for a fabulous wedding.” sale. all proceeds donated to the After the wedding, the bride Some have never been worn, Nelson Tasman Hospice. donated the dress back to the and still have the price tags She says nothing will be over page, hoping to help another attached of up to $1000. $250 and they have somebride create a special day on “It’s just got so big and Covid thing for everyone. a budget. has basically killed it, there’s Sue says, previously she’s “I’ve got this habit of sticking only been one gown hired had offers from people to my hand up and I thought out and it’s taking up space store the gowns but that was ‘what a beautiful idea’. I nev- that the landlord would like when there were only about er thought for one minute it to use.” a dozen. would grow to this,” Sue says. From the original dress, Sue “Now there’s around 70 of Since that original dress do- has seen gowns donated them, so you can’t expect nation there have been more from Invercargill to Waiheke someone to fit them in their than 70 wedding gowns, Island, and even one from front room. I have to be bridesmaid dresses, mother- Australia. practical with the space. of-the-bride outfits, shoes “It just snowballed.”

“This was the time for me and accessories donated and Sue will be selling everything to say ‘ok, we’ve done pretty all of them are going up for on the Facebook page with good, but it’s time’.”

Pride crossing delayed: After first being proposed by council in February, a pride crossing for Nelson’s CBD is still yet to be confirmed. Group manager infrastructure Alec Louverdis says Nelson City Council is continuing to discuss locations for the pride crossing with groups in our community. It is expected that a report, with a preferred location, will be presented at December’s council meeting.

No more golf in park: The public will no longer be allowed to play or practise golf in Neale Park as part of a review of a Nelson City Council bylaw.

The proposed change to the Urban Environments Bylaw says that golf in Neale Park has caused public safety concerns from neighbouring residents and park users, including some very near miss incidents involving golf balls landing too close to young children. Council is seeking the public’s views on the proposed changes and the draft bylaw, from Monday 8 November to Wednesday 8 December 2021.

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Sunnybank Catholic Boys Home, Wakapuaka, circa 1943. Photo: Nelson Provincial Museum Collection.

Seeking apology for abuse at boys’ home from page 1 “He’d have to have a cold bath every morning, summer and winter. He wasn’t allowed to use hot water because he was a bed wetter,” he says.

Wayne recalls all the boys being lined up first thing before church service. It was here in front of all the other boys where he was physically punished by the nuns.

“He used to get the strap every morning and it was always with a razor strop. His arm was like hardened skin,” he says.

Wayne says the boy had to go through each day, learning and working on the school’s farms with untreated urine burns from the bed wetting.

Wayne recalls an instance of severe physical punishment after two boys had attempted to run away from the school.

“The nuns waited until everyone was in bed so we would all hear what was going on,” he says.

The boys were taken into the bathroom and forced over the bath where two nuns “belted the hell out of them” with razor strops.

“These kids couldn’t sit down for a week, they had to stand up all through their schooling, they couldn’t sit down because they were black and blue from the backs of their legs to their shoulders.”

Wayne says not every kid

Wayne sick in his bunk bed in 1963. Photo: Photo News 1963. was treated poorly but those deemed the “bad ones” lived with constant fear of being punished. Wayne has registered with the Royal Commission into Abuse in Care

and is waiting to be contacted to give his testimony.

Cardinal John Dew made an apology at the Royal Commission in March on behalf of the bishops and congre-

gational leaders in New Zealand. This was the first time the Catholic church has formally apologised to survivors of abuse in their care. ‘’We apologise for our inappropriate responses for all we could have done but failed to do and for the times you were dismissed, ignored, not believed, belittled, forgotten,” the cardinal told the commission.

Wayne and his brothers were unimpressed with the apology that they would later read in a newspaper.

“I don’t think an apology written on paper is worth the paper it’s written on,” Wayne says.

Advocate for male abuse survivors, Ken Clearwater, told RNZ the apology came as “hollow words”.

“They’ve had 25 years to do something and they’ve failed. They’re not apologising for what happened to the victims; they’re apologising because they’ve been caught and it’s now out in the public.”

Wayne says the only apology he’ll accept is one face-toface.

“If you weren’t there you won’t understand it. Years later I would be waking up in the middle of the night and thinking about that place.”

Nelson Weekly has approached Cardinal Dew for comment but has yet to receive a response.

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Bus driver’s te reo Māori mission Jonty Dine Reporter

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As a little girl, Piki-Tahi Yates didn’t identify as Māori.

After her parents had te reo Māori beaten out of them, they encouraged their nine children to assimilate with the pākehā and only speak English.

However, the children became defiant. They then devoted themselves to te reo Māori.

“Each one of us took up te reo, when we were growing up there was a shift and we wanted to be part of it.”

Now a proud Māori woman, Piki-Tahi is helping the next generation harness their love of the language.

Piki-Tahi reconnected with her Māori roots in her late twenties after being inspired by meeting tohunga master raranga (master weaver) Diggeress Rangituatahi Te Kanawa.

A bus driver for NBus, Piki-Tahi now welcomes passengers with a smile and a te reo greeting.

Unfortunately, not all Piki-Tahi’s passengers have appreciated her efforts in raising the profile of the language, however, she takes solace in seeing the next generation, Māori and non-Māori,

Locals flocked like seagulls to Tāhunanui’s Sands fish and chipshop for a free portion of fish and chips last Friday.

As a celebration of the classic ‘Kiwi Friday treat,’ Heinz partnered with The Hits New Zealand to sponsor ‘Jono and Ben’s Fry-days’ where fish and chip shops around the country give out free meals from 12-2pm.

Co-owners Roy Gray and Bruce Maxfield say they were given $900 to participate but ended up spending $2,428 because they “just kept going”.

“We still had about 40-50 people lined up by 2pm, a lot of kids from Nayland College, but we made sure to serve them all. Every last one.”

Locals young and old were treated to a generous serving of the iconic Kiwi favourite.

“We used the orange roughy – that’s a beautiful fish – and half a scoop of chips. That’s what everyone got.”

The pair also say The Sands are giving away free fish and chips from now until the end of November to those getting their first Covid-19 vaccination.

“We started that on Super Saturday and we’re going to continue that until the end of the month.”

Nelson bus driver Piki-Tahi Yates is helping upskill passengers in te reo Māori. Photo: Jonty Dine. stand up for what she is doing.

Piki-Tahi of Te Atihaunui-a-paparangi/Te Arawa descent, says she began greeting passengers in Māori shortly after moving to Nelson.

She says students would get on and engage with her in te reo, unprompted.

“I wanted to tautoko (support) that. Six years later and we just do it every day.

“They get on and say ‘kia ora miss’, or ‘tena koe whaea’ and I

just love it.”

Piki-Tahi says this quickly evolved to more than just school children.

“People are engaging every day and I love that about this community. We get a lot of people who want to practice, so we say short sentences together. They teach me a few kupu (words) and I teach them a few kupu.”

Piki-Tahi does get the occasional negative response, but she says this simply strengthens her.

After a woman questioned why she would bother speaking “like that,” her grandchildren quickly defended Piki.

“That’s sort of an attitude from that generation, from way back.

But I was so happy when her grandchildren, who speak to me in Māori, growled at her.”

Piki-Tahi says her efforts are about helping people understand that to be bilingual is a privilege and that we all need to be active about it.

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Taking the plunge into married life Supermarket staff facing they postponed the date to 30 October.

“When it became obvious that the Aucklander contingent couldn’t make it, we opted for a small weekend wedding for family and close friends.”

One of Nelson’s best age group swimmers, Bishop Derek Eaton, was the celebrant and, after the intimate ceremony in Richmond, went with the newlyweds for their celebration swim. Cathie says that, as she’s

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Local sea swimmers Pete Gibbs and Cathie Lindsey dived straight into married life at Tāhunanui beach just hours after saying ‘I do’.

Complete with bridal veil, bow tie and wetsuits, they sealed the deal last month with a dip, along with 20 of their swim buddies.

“It seemed appropriate, seeing as that’s where we first met,” Pete says.

The couple had a brief encounter last March at national ocean swim series The Big Tahuna in Nelson.

Pete was the local contact for the organisation and was setting things up on the beach on the Friday prior to the event.

He met a few of the Auckland swimmers and they all went for dinner and drinks.

Some months later, in July, Pete made contact with one of them, Cathie, for some information about some swims in Auckland.

“A relationship blossomed and we began a series of visits between Nelson and Auckland,” Pete says.

Cathie moved to Nelson gradually over last summer and said a final goodbye to Auckland in April this year.

“We took part in swim events all over the country and even organised our own 60-person swim the length of Abel Tasman National Park in March.”

They decided to get married on 2 October with about 40 family and friends who were meant to travel down from Auckland, but as lockdowns took hold,

Canadian, none of her siblings or her 93-year-old mother could make it for the wedding.

“They all sent messages to be read out. We owe so much to the support of family and friends, both here, in Auckland and overseas.”

Pete says the fun doesn’t stop there. For the honeymoon, they’re off to walk the Abel Tasman, and next year hope to hike the Camino de Santiago in Spain.

Cathie Lindsey and Pete Gibbs going for a sea swim at Tāhunanui beach straight after their wedding. Photo: Supplied.

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aggressive behaviour Jenny Nicholson Staff at one of the local supermarkets have been subject to some nasty behaviour by a few customers.

Richmond Pak’nSave Store Manager Andy Ackers says a small minority of customers are rude, and even aggressive towards the staff when asked if they have an exemption for mask wearing.

“That’s really not ok,” he says.

Andy says their top priority is always safety of customers and their teams, and they understand if a customer can’t wear a mask and has an exemption.

“The majority of customers who

are exempt are absolutely fantastic about it,” Andy says.

Richmond Fresh Choice owner Gary Watson says their customers have generally been pleasant to staff, but they have also had one or two who have pushed limits.

He says people may be weary of wearing masks and ready for some change.

A customer, who didn’t want to be named, says some of the the language the staff have to put up with is outrageous.

She says she’s “terribly concerned” for staff at the local supermarkets.

“Please tell people to be kind to the staff,” she says.

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Your Voice Plant thieves: I read the article in last week’s Nelson Weekly about the plant thieves.

I am sorry to hear this and can sympathise. We have had 42 plants stolen over the past year on our new section. It’s extremely frustrating as the plants (mainly grasses) were looking great and had grown so much since we planted them and then to have them stolen is extremely upsetting.

As it keeps happening, I have even considered putting $50 on the fence with a sign saying `take the money, leave the plants'.

I have made police reports, let the council know and put it on Facebook, but it continues to happen.

We have even spray painted the grasses pink to reduce the temptation.

With so many challenges in our current climate, we want our community to support each other and stick together, not to steal from each other.

Megan Scott

Facing my vaccine fears: I hadn’t had a vaccine since I was 11 years old in Golden Bay where I fainted and went into a spasm.

I avoided needles completely and my phobia grew and grew, to the point where I would faint from watching an injection. The thought of getting one made me want to run away forever. At 22 years old, the Covid pandemic forced me to face my biggest fear - an injection. I decided in the second New Zealand lockdown that I had to work on this phobia and create a comprehensive recovery programme for myself so that I could try and receive the jab. This started with yoga, relaxation techniques and eating healthy so that my general anxiety would lessen. I then went on to do some exposure/desensitisation therapy like holding a syringe, imaginary exposure where I would imagine someone getting injected and going with my mum to get her Covid vaccine. I then went to seek help through hypnotherapy. I found a hypnotherapist called Andrea at ‘Transform You’ in Motueka. I explained my problem and my goal, and we got

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straight to it. She has a way of making you feel extremely comfortable and safe. This is when I really started to feel a change in my perspective towards needles.

Through hypnotherapy, I was able to re-programme my mind and how it feels about an injection.

I practiced deep relaxation and it became easier to bring myself back to a calm, relaxed mindset. I was able to sort of ‘undo’ my traumatising event. When it came to getting my Covid vaccine, I was so lucky that the Nelson Marlborough DHB is doing home visits for people who can’t get the vaccine done at a vaccine centre or doctors for whatever reason.

The lovely nurses came to my house and gave me my jab in my lounge. I didn’t faint, I was fine.

And afterwards, I felt free of something that had been holding me back for so long. It’s a feeling that’s hard to describe, but I feel lighter and more positive. I wanted to share my story because I feel for people who are struggling with the same issue as me. There is help out there and you aren’t alone. It’s not impossible.

Betsy Blasdale

We need to get back to living: The constant, extended Covid restrictions imposed on local businesses and families is dividing this nation, both financially and with mental well-being. I feel for the growing number of businesses going into this summer - especially hospitality and accommodation providers who avoided closing last Covid round then struggled to hold out through winter and are now being terminally crippled.

With 6000 businesses now closing per month in NZ, inflation is now taking off. There is no certainty in planning events and confusion over commercial, public and recreational gatherings that can and can’t take place.

The mental health on individuals and division of communities cannot go on. Our country cannot keep borrowing or printing money indefinitely, we can’t keep locking down or financing businesses every time a new Covid case enters NZ. The virus is unfortunately established in NZ, and will, I believe, continue to enter through our borders in years to come. We did well to lockdown hard and early

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Covid is established, it is here now and won’t be going away, and new variants will constantly enter NZ. We are now vaccinating hard to give NZ the best chance to flatten the curve, though it seems current vaccines aren’t the silver bullet alone.

It is here, and we must live with it, and move on. Build resistance, look after our vulnerable communities and neighbours, as we and other nations have done in centuries and pandemics before.

The traffic light system is just going to further divide this nation.

It is not the way to go.

We need to get democracy back, stop being centralised and dictated to, and get back to living and function as caring Kiwis.

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Join the team at the maritime gateway for Te Tauihu. Port Nelson is a vital hub supporting the region’s continued economic growth and prosperity. Port Nelson is an equal opportunity employer, offering training and career opportunities within a collaborative and positive team culture. If you’re someone who would strive to uphold our “ASPIRE” values: Accountability, Safety, Passion, Integrity/honesty, Respect and Excellence then we want to hear from you. Take a look at the current positions available on Port Nelson’s website > @portnelson.co.nz.

NZ BOAT SALES are proud to announce the all new alloy SEAKING Game On Series 625 and 685 demo boats have arrived in Nelson with new stock arriving in NZ thru October. Coming soon is the exciting NEW Explorer pontoon series.

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You’ll be impressed by the huge range of baby gear available instore – solutions for sleeping, items for toilet time, feeding products, items for playtime like wooden and John Deere toys and a wide variety of other items such as trikes, scooters, soft toys, giftware, sunscreen, face masks and vitamins. The team refer to themselves as “car seat enthusiasts” with a genuine passion for ensuring little people are travelling safely. Baby on the Move is open 6 days a week, with onsite parking available. Rental items include child restraints, buggies, portacots, highchairs, baby swings and now children’s life jackets. “We are the only dedicated baby retail store 100% New Zealand owned and operated.

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During the Marine Safety Expo there will be a special visit from Wellington Police officers piloting the Lady Elizabeth IV, their impressive 18.5 metre catamaran. with qualified and experienced Child Restraint Technicians in the Top of the South,” says owner Marianne Hart Biggs.

Workers needed for Sealord’s fish processing factory. To support growth in Sealord’s frozen retail business into the United States, Sealord has roles for around 55 workers to join its friendly team in its fish processing factory. A variety of

shift options are available to suit all lifestyles – day, afternoon, nights and school hours.

These roles may suit high school or university students on summer break, parents looking for part-time hours, people who have other interests or commitments that can work around factory shifts, or someone simply seeking a reliable job within a supportive company. Sealord is commit-

ted to Health and Safety and full training will be provided.

Workers need to be punctual and reliable, ideally with good hand/eye co-ordination.

You can go further with Sealord! To check out these vacancies and others, visit the ‘Working at Sealord’ section of our website www.sealord.com.

Come along to Nelson City Council’s Marine Safety Expo

Burnsco is your one-stop shop for boating gear.

Burnsco is the biggest seller of marine and RV accessories in NZ.

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We’re 100% NZ owned and operated and have been serving Kiwis for 140 years. Our 16 shops spread from Bay of Islands to Christchurch.

We stock over 10,000 products. It’s a huge range —from marine electronics, safety gear, fishing tackle, kayaks and anchoring, to clothing, marine paint, plumbing, electrical & lighting, yacht fittings and much more.

Our friendly and knowledgeable team can advise you on the right gear for your boat.

Come and visit us in store or shop online at www.burnsco.co.nz.

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on Saturday 13 November at the Akersten Street boat ramp from 10am– 2pm. Meet your local harbourmasters, grab a goodie bag, and have a chat! A wide variety of marine, boating, safety and recreational groups will be present to offer free advice and safety checks, demonstrations, food, coffee, and prizes. Local police will be on hand to explain all you need to know about personal locator beacons (PLBs), which can be a lifesaver in the event of an emergency out on the water, and Maritime NZ will be demonstrating lifejackets and offering safety tips. The Coastguard Nelson crew will be touring their new state-of-the-art vessel Hohapata – Sealord Rescue and there will be a

special visit from Wellington Police officers piloting the Lady Elizabeth IV, their impressive 18.5 metre catamaran. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to ensure you are shipshape for a safe summer on the water.

Ruby's Espresso is the "hottest spot in town!" Spectacular Nelson marina views, delicious coffee and cakes, and service with a friendly smile. Nearly 2 years down the track and Ruby's Espresso has grown into one of the most popular coffee destinations in Nelson. We have great parking right outside or you can walk along the beautiful Maitai river to find us. We are open 7 days a week from 7:30am4:00pm. See you there soon.

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Heslops in Stoke has recently opened a fantastic new automotive workshop with brand-new equipment, to get you back on the road faster this summer. Offering the same great service, Heslops does wheel alignments, WOFs, Mechanical Repairs, Vehicle Servicing and much more. Heslops Automotive are motorhome specialists, they have transport engineers onsite, and their two automotive mechanics have over 70 years of combined experience be-

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The business has sophisticated diagnostic equipment which is available onsite, and it has a VTNZ COF lane – bookings are essential for this service via VTNZ. They also have a fuel system cleaning machine for petrol/diesel engines. Heslops caters for all makes and models of Cars, Light Commercial Vehicles, 4 x 4 Vehicles, Campervans and Caravans. For one stop mechanical and engineering service, call

Heslops on 0800 437 567. Courtesy Cars are available. For more information, visit www.heslops.co.nz.

Mobil Stoke Automotive is locally owned and operated by the Neiman family. The business has a full mechanic workshop with ‘A’ grade mechanics to take care of all your car and truck servicing needs this winter. “Dave is an ‘A’ grade mechanic with over 40 years’ experience

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“The boys work well together as a team; they do a great job and are happy to guarantee their work.” The car repair and maintenance business is now the Nelson registered installer of Hayman Reese towbars. Automotive Repair Centre is located at 565 Main Road Stoke. For more information, visit www.mobilestoke.co.nz or phone 5477588.

Located in Tahuna, Nelson Brake Services Ltd has been locally owned and operated by Quentin Harwood and Craig Hughes since 1999.

There are two parts to the business – Nelson Brake Services and Muritai Service Centre. The company offers general garage services such as warrants, lubes, tyres, repairs, etc. The Nelson Brake Services team are all qualified, experienced mechanics who are also brake specialists. They offer a variety of services including hose manufacturing, flywheel machining, disc machining, drum machining, rebonding, relining, servo and cycliner overhauling, honing and polishing, resleeving, cable making and brake pipe manufacturing. Nelson Brake Services also does vehicle testing, modifications and tune-ups. The Muritai Service centre offers

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The friendly team at Mobil Stoke Automotive will make sure your summer road trip goes off without a hitch. a full workshop service and the team is experienced in car repairs, maintenance and WOFs for cars, light commercials, motorcycles and trailers.

The company also sells batteries, tyres, brake parts and are the Nelson agents for Exedy clutches. This summer, why not book your car in for a check-up at Nelson Brake Services? If it needs some repair work done, they can provide quality parts and workmanship. To making a booking, phone 546 4749.

Before you hit the road for a short break or family holiday, it’s important to make sure your vehicle’s radiator is in good shape for the journey. Seeka Panels and Parts, which is co-owned by Robert

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and Sheryl Jefcoate, specialises in two main areas: automotive parts and radiator repairs. Radiator specialist Stu Brown has 25 years of experience working with radiators – he can repair all types of radiators, supply and fit new radiators, do cooling system analysis and is able to custombuild radiators for special projects. “Preventative maintenance is key,” says Stu. “I also recommend people keep some anti-freeze handy, and if there’s a leak or overhearing issue, get it sorted straight away.” Seeka Parts and Panels can also supply and source parts. Get your issues fixed early at Seeka Panels and Parts, 134A Vanguard Street, Nelson.

For more information, phone 548 9066 or visit www.seekapanelsandparts.co.nz.

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Erin Bradnock A charity store that has helped raise funds to run essential health services throughout the Nelson region is celebrating its fifth birthday with a special promotion.

As part of the birthday celebrations, St John Nelson Store on Rutherford St, is offering shoppers a $5 voucher for purchases over $20 from Tuesday 9 to Friday 13 November.

Tracy Simonsen, St John Nelson/ Tasman Bays area chair says the Nelson store has raised the profile of St John and the community health services on offer.

“The store has raised significant funds to support our busy Health Shuttle service, Friends of the Emergency Department, Caring Caller and St John Youth programmes, as well as our emergency ambulance service,” Tracy says.

Store manager Stacie Doyle says the team is excited to celebrate this milestone with the community, just in time for the Christmas shopping

season. She says the store helps reduce waste, up-cycle, and sell good quality, pre-loved clothing, furniture, household goods and treasures at affordable prices.

Stacie says the store is always looking for eager volunteers who can work on-site or transport furniture in and out of the store.

“We couldn’t raise the funds we have without these volunteers, as well as the support of the public who donate goods and shop with us.”

Two of these volunteers include Elizabeth Wiblin and Jackie Shields. Elizabeth has been volunteering for St John for 25 years and has spent the past three years working in the store.

Jackie has been enjoying her volunteer role at the store for five years.

To volunteer or donate goods to the St John Nelson Store, please phone Stacie on 03 548 8598 or email nelsonshop@stjohn.org.nz. To find other ways to support St John from support subscriptions to first aid courses, visit www.stjohn.org.nz

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Mall Chat Our Christmas decorations are up, and we are counting down the days to Christmas!

Santa and his elves are working hard to prepare for a great season. he is checking the list daily – hope you are all good.

Black Friday Weekend (26/11 – 28/11)

retailers are currently stocking up in preparation for a big weekend. We will share the discount offers on our Facebook Page and Website.

We are open 9am – 6pm Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm on Saturday and 10am – 4pm on Sunday.

12 Days of Christmas Facebook Promotion (1/12– 12/12)

our very popular promotion starts on the 1st of December with a prize pool over $3000 split over 12 Days. each day one lucky customer will win a variety of vouchers and products donated by our very generous retailers.

Reindeer Hunt (3/12-20/12)

Santa and his reindeer are hiding in richmond Mall, can you find them?

Collect an entry form from our information desk. Make sure to search high and low, once you have found the reindeer record their number on the entry form. on completion return your entry form to collect a lollie and go into the draw to win 1 of 3 $100 richmond Mall gift Vouchers.

Winners will be contacted on the 21st of December.

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our richmond Mall gift Vouchers are available in $10, $20 and $50 denominations.

They are redeemable at all stores and have no expiry date. give them the gift of choice this Christmas. our Christmas gift wrapping paper has arrived a total of 35km of paper!

We offer free gift wrapping for all gifts purchased in richmond Mall. a small donations if purchased elsewhere, all donations goes to Big Brothers Big Sisters of nelson-Tasman.

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It took a mountain of bread and cheese to raise money for swimming lessons for 26 children.

There were 4,300 slices of bread waiting for the ladies from the Nelson Lions Club and their friends when they met together recently to make cheese rolls.

No-one knows how many 5 kg bags of cheese they used, but they know it was a lot.

Seven hours and much talking and laughter later, they had met their fundraising target of 410 orders.

“We’re lucky to be able to use Garin College,” says Lion president Jillian Jary. “They have a long table, and we started a production line.”

Jillian says they have a cheese roll fundraiser each August, and have since Carol Leggett joined the group. Carol hails from further south where cheese rolls are a favourite.

Having been a regular at aqua gym for nearly 10 years, Carol had noticed children having lessons and suggested the funds from this year’s cheese rolls be put toward

Lions club members Carol Leggett (left) and Jillian Jary (right) joined Richmond Aquatic Centre staff Crystal Gaiger and Lisa Stanley to celebrate raising funds for free swim lessons. Photo: Jenny Nicholson. free lessons for those who were unable to afford them.

The rolls are all pre-sold by the Lions ladies to family and friends – and a few to the aquatic centre staff.

“They (the rolls) are lovely, and my husband loves them too,” swim school team leader Lisa Stanley says.

The $2,652 raised is being matched dollar for dollar by the Richmond Aquatic Cen-

tre and 26 children will be chosen to have 12 swim lessons each.

Crystal Gaiger says that priority goes to those with community services cards. Each person/parent applying must also give a reason why they would benefit from the lessons.

“When we have previously offered free lessons, families can end up with a whole day

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out,” says Crystal. “After the lesson they can stay and play at the pool.”

Lisa Stanley says it makes her emotional to think of these children who may not otherwise have the opportunity to have lessons.

To apply for one of the free lessons please go to https:// clmnz.wufoo.com/forms/ swimmagic-funded-lessonapplication/

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Sport

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Sport Newman back in Nelson www.shuttersport.co.nz

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The victorious Griffins pose with the Newman Shield. Photo: Supplied. round of the Tasman Premier League, with defending champions Athletic College Old Boys drawing first blood for the season against Stoke/Nayland.

The returning David Zohrab played a key role in the victory, guiding his side home with an unbeaten knock after a masterful spell with the ball which saw him concede just eight runs in his ten overs.

The influential all-rounder bowled a stunning seven maidens while claiming two wickets as Car Company Stoke Nayland was all out for 144 at

Marsden Rec. Half centuries from Ben Stark and Sean Neal ensured the defendable total, however the pair were alone in reaching double figures for the hosts.

Spinner Martin Slabbert caused some carnage of his own as he claimed 3/3 off three overs.

Zohrab backed up at the batting crease with a patient 49 off 94 and, despite a late scare with a surge of dismissals, got his side home in the 36th over with two wickets in hand.

“It was really pleasing to return with a performance like

that, especially against perennial contenders Stoke,” says Zohrab.

He says it was a tense chase in the end.

“We made it a lot harder for ourselves than it needed to be, but we got the full points and that’s what matters.”

In Motueka, Wanderers picked up a dominant victory over a struggling Nelson College side.

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The Newman Shield is back in Nelson hands after their senior rep cricket side scored a thrilling four-run win over Marlborough on Sunday.

Nelson put a score of 212 on the board, losing their final wicket in the 49th over as Marlborough finished on 2088, unable to push for victory in the nail-biting final stages.

After losing an early wicket, Nelson fought back strongly through a 104-run partnership between James Graham, who scored 47 from 54, and Jonty Raxworthy, who top scored with 52 from 54.

Late in the chase, a first-ball six from number 10 Jerrym Lamb left Marlborough needing eight runs from the final over. However, they could only manage four as the Nelson paceman Josh Newport bowled cleverly and accurately.

Nelson coach BJ Barnett said his side were “forced to fight hard with the bat and, in terms of the bowling, we just kept in the game”.

“Marlborough were dominating, so for us to stay involved was really good and to then take it down to the wire was fantastic.”

Next up for both sides is a Hawke Cup qualifying match, against the same opponents, on December 11-12.

Saturday saw Nelson’s two premier sides clash in the opening

Taylors Contracting Wanderers/Motueka dismissed the visitors for just 97 in the seven-wicket win.

Brooklyn Wilson ripped through the college order with a stunning return of 5/27 off his ten. Lucky Singh made the only score of substance for Nelson with 42 at the top of the order, his opening partner Sam John the only other batsman to get past ten.

Wanderers made light work of the chase, reaching 103/3 after just 18 overs, Jack Morris and Kyle Paki Paki shouldering the majority of the runs with 31 and 32 respectively.

In Blenheim, Wakatu picked up a 20-run win over the Falcons, Daniel Hooper and Campbell McLean leading the way as the visitors set 183.

Nibu Jose’s 4/17 saw the Falcons all out for 163.

At Jubilee Park, the Dolphins proved too strong for Waimea Toi Toi United.

After the Marlborough side posted 139, Mitchell Grant claiming 4/18, the hosts could muster only 98 in reply, Jerrym Lamb causing the damage with 5/24. Jack Aldridge provided some resistance with 44 but his side ultimately fell 41 runs short.

This weekend sees ACOB hosting WTTU, Wakatu meet Nelson College and Wanderers take on the Dolphins.

Over the hill, Stoke will clash with the Falcons.

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Quest for three-peat still alive Jonty Dine Reporter

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The steely resolve of the veterans was still evident at the weekend during the South Island Hockey Masters tournament held at Saxton Turf. Allan Mathieson from Nelson Hockey Association, playing for Ashburton as a guest player, shows the scars of war. The Nelson men’s over 50s went on to claim gold while the women’s title was shared between Marlborough and Nelson. Canterbury won both the men’s 65 and over and the under 50 men. Photo: Barry Whitnall/Shuttersport.

It’s not over yet.

The Tasman Mako’s season was on the line at Lansdowne Park in Blenheim on Saturday, but the defending champions responded with a strong performance to take maximum points against Wellington.

A loss would have seen the side’s quest for three consecutive titles squandered, however the Mako have now themselves a semi-final spot, against the high-flying Hawke’s Bay Magpies this weekend.

Tasman made a stunning start to the contest before the Lions staged a late comeback. However, the Mako survived for a 34-22 victory.

The Mako struck three times in a blistering opening 15 minutes.

Local veteran Quentin MacDonald kicked off the scoring from a trademark rolling maul before Jacob Norris was the second beneficiary of another powerful surge from the pack.

Just as the Lions looked to be building some momentum, Leicester Fainga’anuku snatched it away as he latched onto a poor pass and went 80 metres to put the Mako up 17-0.

The all-important bonus point

Anton Segner crashes over for his first try in Mako colours. Photo: Shuttersport. came after just 25 minutes through rampaging centre Levi Aumua, who linked with midfield partner Alex Nankivell after a superb run.

Taine Plumtree finally got the visitors on the board with a try in the corner, set up by the impressive Matt Proctor.

Skipper Mitch Hunt struck back with a penalty to give his side a 20-point advantage heading into the sheds.

Wellington reduced this to 10 points early in the second, with Jackson Garden-Bachop making up for his intercept pass with a slick try while Aidan Morgan added a further five points with the boot.

Replacement hooker Tyrone

Thompson sent a scare throughout the ground with Wellington’s third try and suddenly made it a five-point ball game.

However, Tasman illustrated its championship calibre, Anton Segner dotting down in injury time for his first try for the Mako to claim its fourth and most important win of 2021. The win did come at a cost however, as lock Pari Pari Parkinson left the field early in the second half with a serious-looking knee injury.

The Mako will meet the Magpies in Napier at 4.35pm this Saturday afternoon. The two sides met earlier in the season for the Ranfurly Shield, Hawke’s Bay prevailling on that occasion also 34-22.

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WEDNESDAY 10 November 2021

Sam set for Super season Jonty Dine Reporter

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After seeing a women’s rugby team for the first time as a tenyear-old, Sam Curtis knew she wanted to be part of it.

She had just finished up playing with the boys at Jubilee Park when she saw the all-female Waimea side and her future.

More than a decade later, Sam

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will be part of history as the first ever Super Rugby women’s competition is introduced. She was so excited to hear she was going to play for the Blues that she almost fainted.

The 25-year-old Waimea winger’s name was included in the Auckland-based franchise’s squad for the inaugural Super Rugby Aupiki competition next year.

“I didn’t expect it, so I am super chuffed.”

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After getting the news from head coach Willie Walker, Sam was straight on the phone to tell her biggest fans.

“My parents have always been so supportive.”

Sam was part of the wider training squad at the start of the year when the Blues and Chiefs met in the first-ever women’s Super Rugby match in 2021.

“It was amazing to think how far women’s rugby has come. When I was younger there were no-

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where near the opportunities that there are now, which is really exciting for the youth.”

A move to Auckland for her career coincided with a shift from Canterbury to the Auckland Storm where she reunited with twin sister Taylor.

“I had a really good opportunity to work at an awesome company, so I jumped at it.”

A graphic designer for Media Works, Sam says the work and rugby balance is still challenging.

“I have come up with a routine that works for me. I just try to be really organised and have good communication with my coaches and bosses.”

Though the women are being paid, it is not enough to sustain them.

“I’ll still need my job, but it is nice to see it moving in that direction.”

Sam says, while getting paid is a

bonus, most of the players would be out there regardless.

Sam helped form the first-ever Waimea College women’s first XV, coached by her father.

She was also playing club rugby at just 15-years-old against grown women.

“I was excited, I just wanted to get out and play with the big girls.

Mum was a bit worried though.”

Preparations for the upcoming season have been slightly hampered by Covid-19, however, living with her sister has made the lockdown much easier for Sam. Sam hopes to soak up as much information as she possibly can from the Blues training environment.

“I just want to put best foot forward, these are the best 105 women in the country, so the opportunity is there to go out and grab it.”

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PLEASE CHECK IN WITH INDIVIDUAL GROUPS REGARDING WHICH ALERT LEVEL MEETINGS WILL RESUME. MONDAY ME/CFS/FM group meets at Broccoli Row 3rd Mon of each month, 2-3pm. Next meeting Monday 15th Nov. WAIMEA SWIMMING CLUB’S summer season starts Mon 15 Nov, 5pm in the Waimea College Pool. We’re a small, friendly Club offering swim training up to 4 times a week for children of all ages (who can confidently swim one length). Come along for a trial or visit our website www.waimea.swimming.org.nz for info.

TUESDAY NELSON LIVE POETS Tues 16 Nov, 7pm, Prince Albert, Nile St. Guest Poet Mark Raffills, founder Nelson Live Poets. All welcome to enjoy, read or recite, koha entry.

NELSON 50+ TUESDAY WALKERS Nov 16, Rotoiti East Side. Meet 10am at Rotoiti eastern car park. Ph. Jenny, 542 3136.11.45am All Saints Crèche 30 Vanguard St. 0-5 yrs, indoor / outdoor play areas, crafts, fellowship, music time. No charge. Ph Lois 0274331213.

STOKE TAHUNANUI MEN’S CLUB welcomes new members. Meeting 3rd Tues monthly 10am. Reformed Church, Enner Glynn with guest speaker. Regular outings and activities. Ph. Ian 5477841.

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Every Tues & Fri, 10am in Nelson, Stoke, Richmond. Ph. Karin 022 152 9963. $3 LUNCHTIME MEALS Do you get hungry or lonely or both at lunchtime? If it’s a Tues, Wed or Thur you’re welcome to come for a dinner type meal, at 12pm at All Saints Hall behind the church, 30 Vanguard St, cost $3. Phone 5482601.

NELSON CATHEDRAL WALKING GROUP Tues - start at Cathedral 9am, followed by morning tea in Cathedral. All welcome. Judith 027 319 8511.

OVER FIFTIES SOCIAL GROUP Tues 1.30-3.30pm, 238 Vanguard St. Rummikub, 500, scrabble, crafts and chat. Afternoon tea provid-

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VICTORY JUMPERS - Tues 3.30-4.15pm Victory Community Centre - A skipping club where tamariki decide how it grows… Games?

Double Dutch? Tricks Performances? Ropes, guidance and video inspiration are provided to get them started. Rope turner volunteers appreciated. For Kids of all ages, 5-105 years! Free!

WEDNESDAY FOREST & BIRD Wed 10 Nov. Evening talk by Sian Reynolds about Wilding Pines. 7.30pm Tahunanui School Hall, Muritai St. Attendees must be vaccinated and wear a mask.

SCRABBLE CLUB meets Wed, 7pm, Nelson City Club 1 Kinzet Terrace. Ph: Tony: 5451159 or Genie: 021 214 1270. All ages welcome.

SUMMER INDOOR BOWLS, Wednesday nights 7pm WARNES STADIUM Songer St Stoke. Open to all ages, new players welcome.

Give it a go, equipment supplied, request flat sole shoes. $3 mat fee. Shirley 03 539 6205 STOKE TAHUNANUI LADIES’ REBUS CLUB welcomes new ladies to come along and enjoy fun fellowship and friendship. Meet 9.45am 3rd Wed of month at Nelson Golf Club Bolt Rd. Ph Diane 035476331.

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RADIO CONTROL SAILING at Best Island on Wed and Sun, weather permitting, usually 1pm onwards. IOMs and Dragon Force etc. New Members welcome. Contact Peter 0275443923 for information and times.

WHĀNAU DANCE: Wed 3.30-4.15pm, Victory Community Centre Come along for a boogie… shake off the stresses of life and reconnect with yourself and each other. Great music and gentle guidance are provided. Everybody welcome. Free!

THURSDAY PROBUS CLUB of Nelson City welcomes men and women as new members. Our meetings are held the second Thurs of each month at Nelson Golf Club, 38 Bolt Rd, Tāhunanui, 10 am. Ph: Kaye 547 5313.

PLAYGROUP Victory Community Centre Thurs 9.30-11.30am. Parents with babies 0-4 all welcome to come along and share morning tea or a cuppa at Victory’s friendly community playgroup. Meet new people and make new friends. A lovely way of bringing whānau in our community together. Koha.

FRIDAY COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE Fri 12.30-4pm Victory Community Centre. Designed to make treatment affordable and accessible for all. Dress comfortably in loose fitting clothing so you can roll up your pants and sleeves. Cost: Sliding Scale - $5 - $40.

SATURDAY / SUNDAY PRETTY CRAFTY CHRISTMAS MARKET Sun 14 Nov. 10am-2pm, Richmond Town Hall. Shop early this year and choose from quality affordable locally made gifts and goodies! Plus music, refreshments and kids Christmas treasure hunt! Gold coin Koha. Ph: 021 0246 5396 Covid restrictions in place - please remember your mask.

REMEMBERANCE DAY – SUN NOV 14 at 11am a service will be held by the Richmond/Waimea RSA. in the Church of St. Andrew Stanley Brook, Motueka Highway. There will be refreshments after.

All welcome.

CAR BOOT MARKET Richmond Church of Christ, Darcy St. Sat 13 Nov, 9am-12pm . Set up stalls after 8am. Open to individuals and groups. Anyone looking for books, dvd, clothing, plants and more treasures. “There is no place like our market.” Ph: Richard 5448028 Note: inside Hall if rain YOGA ON THE BEACH Sat & Sun 8am–9.10am. Weather permit-

ting through to April. Price $5 Tāhunanui Beach, in from the skate ramp opposite the rugby field.

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SEPARATION/DIVORCE workshop for women: To support and empower you through the process. Val will be presenting a presentation on the research finding of the impact of marital breakdown and available to chat one on one about family court matters. Ph: Val 022 159 1715 email valmaipalatchie@gmail.com NELSON HAVEN CLUB PROJECT Pinc Next Steps (cancer rehabilitation), now available Rakaia Lions Lilies. Bag of 4 Oriental Lily Bulbs $10, Bag 20 Freesia bulbs, plant now and will flower this season. Email margaret.ralph.c@xtra.co.nz or Ph: Audrey Kitto 5446243, Margaret Ching 5476571.

GIVE LAWN BOWLS A GO Summer & Winter at our friendly Tāhunanui Bowling Club, 131 Tāhunanui Drive. Free coaching and a ‘cuppa’. Phone June for more info on 021 373 813.

FOOD, IS IT A PROBLEM FOR YOU? Are you suffering from anorexia, bulimia, obesity and/or compulsive eating? Overeaters Anonymous works. Ph 0226730237. All welcome.

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The Blue Heron Lodge The Drive, Waimea Village Saturday the 13th Nov, 7.30am - 12 noon Indoor & Outdoor household items, Treasures, Clothing, Tools, Hardware, Toys, Jams, Preserves, Baking, Garden Plants and Produce.

Includes an Estate Sale.

Eftpos Available.

All covid rules will apply, as per government guidelines.

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Saturday 13 November 8.30am-12pm 149 Tasman St, Nelson Downsizing! Furniture, treasures, bike, kitchen items, tools, electronics and other miscellaneous items.

Down-sizing, household items, table with 4 chairs, vaccum, compressor and more. 9am-1pm. Kowhai Ave, Annesbrook. Sign will be out front.

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Antiques, collectibles, furniture etc. Huge selection with new stock arriving weekly. Large & small in 6 rooms.

Open Mon - Fri 9.30 to 5pm & Sat 10 to 4pm.

Soucheby Antiques, 75 Gladstone Road, Richmond (Ph 544 0723). www.antiquesnew zealand.co.nz

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FUNERAL SERVICES MEMORIAL

MEMORIAL

WELLS

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Graham Leslie 3 Aug 1936 - 12 Nov 2016 Five years ago you were taken To our Lord up above We, the family miss you So we all send our love It’s the memories that help us through In our hearts and in our minds A man who loved to read So gentle and so kind.

Much loved Dad, Grandad & Great Grandad.

Alex

10.10.1926 - 10.11.2014 Seven years have passed by, always remembered, miss you mate. Mort.Dick.Jim

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Do not let the cost of saying goodbye add to your grief Phone Owen Haring anytime on

541- 0820 or 021 120 1314

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SITUATIONS VACANT

DEATH

ROWE

The Gas Stay Specialists

Pauline Margaret (Andrews)

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Boot Struts

• Fences • Decks • House Repairs • Doors • Flatpack Kitchens • Concrete / paving • Landscaping

27.10.1953 - 26.08.2021 Sadly we have had to say goodbye to our beautiful Pauline. Greatly missed

by Val, Fay (dec), Barry, Yvonne and Murray, Owen and Narelle. Loved by nieces, nephews, greatnieces and nephews, and friend to many. A memorial service has been held. No flowers but if you wish a donation to Cranford Hospice Hastings would be appreciated. Thank you.

4A Gladstone Rd, Richmond Ph 544 1212 Small Team, GreaT Service

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PUBLIC NOTICE

Brian James

R.I.P 27-07-2021

My sincerest thanks to you all for the many expressions of kindness you gave to me and our family. Reflecting on your thoughtfulness has been, and is, such a comfort to us. People meant a lot to Brian, and your kindness has meant a lot to me.

He was and is always, my darling Brian.

Marea Duncan

Consultation on proposed changes to Urban Environments Bylaw 2015 Nelson City Council has reviewed its Urban Environments Bylaw 2015 (No.225) and proposes to amend it. The Urban Environments Bylaw covers the keeping of animals, management of public health, safety and nuisance, trading in public places, control of alcohol in public places, management of reserves, and burial and cremations.

Council would like to know what you think of the proposed changes and the draft bylaw.

A copy of the Statement of Proposal and the draft bylaw can be found at shape.nelson.govt.nz, or at Council’s Customer Service Centre and libraries.

Submissions can be made: Online at shape.nelson.govt.nz By email submissions@ncc.govt.nz By post to Nelson City Council, PO Box 645, Nelson 7040 By dropping off to Civic House, 110 Trafalgar Street, Nelson.

Submissions are open from 8 November 2021 and must be received no later than 5pm Wednesday 8 December 2021.

Any person who wishes to speak in support of their submission will be given the opportunity to address the Council at a hearing in early 2022.

Pat Dougherty - Chief Executive, Nelson City Council 8 November 2021

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