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Vaccine mandate: Job or jab Kate Russell Reporter

kate@nelsonweekly.co.nz

Schools, early childhood centres and community services may

look a little different today as the full effect of the Government’s vaccine mandate comes to light.

The Covid-19 vaccine mandate came into effect for teachers and healthcare workers on Tuesday,

meaning that school and early childhood staff who have contact with children must of had their first vaccination as of Monday, and be fully vaccinated by the start of January. Nelson Princi-

pals’ Association president Symon Beattie says the vaccine mandate has created a challenging situation, but it is “business as usual” for schools this week.

He said most schools in the re-

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The quest to return World War I and II medals found in a Napier rubbish dump has led searchers to a Stoke cemetery. Now they are asking Nelsonians if they know of any descendants in the area.

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DHBs put unvaccinated staff on leave With vaccine mandates coming into effect on Tuesday, some District Health Board staff have been put on paid leave to allow more time to work through individual situations. From Tuesday 16 November, no one can work in healthcare unless they have had at least one dose of the Covid-19 vaccine or are exempt from the government mandate. Spokesperson for 20 DHBs across the country, Rosemary Clements, says as at 9am on Monday November 15, approximately 2-3 per cent of staff remained unvaccinated. Individual DHB rates were not currently available. She said discussions had been ongoing with staff who are not vaccinated to maximise the number of staff with first vaccination by 16 November. DHBs have also been working with contractors and suppliers whose staff fall

under the scope of the Order.

“We will have more information about the number of staff who have been stood down and those who have resigned this week, as final numbers are confirmed over the next couple of days.”

Rosemary said on Monday, staff who have not had one vaccination by Tuesday, and who are still in the consultation phase of this process, will be stood down on pay while their individual situations are worked through. She says they believe any service delivery impacts from unvaccinated staff can be managed appropriately to ensure continuity of patient care however, service impacts will vary between DHBs, and mitigations have been identified. says DHBs are fully supportive of the need for the health workforce to be fully vaccinated.

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Councillor Brian McGurk and Juno at the bus terminal on Bridge St. Photo: Supplied.

Nbus welcomes small domestic pets From 1 December Nbus passengers will be able to ride with small domestic pets in appropriate animal containers during off-peak times.

Regional Transport Chair Brian McGurk says the trial to allow small domestic pets on the NBus is another piece

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“If we want to encourage a modal shift in Nelson, we need to address the barriers that might discourage someone from riding the bus, carpool-

ing, or cycling,” he says, The decision was made at a Regional Transport Committee meeting on 28 September in response to feedback on the recent draft Regional Public Transport Plan and requests from the community received over the years.

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WEDNESDAY 17 November 2021

Woman crawls to mobility scooter to escape abusive partner Erin Bradnock Reporter

erin@nelsonweekly.co.nz

A woman suffering from multiple sclerosis had to crawl to her mobility scooter to get away from her abusive partner, a court has heard.

After slapping and throwing his partner to the floor, James Maringai Mckay, 65, pleaded guilty to two charges of assault on a person in a family relationship and injuring with intent in Nelson District Court on Monday.

The victim suffers from multiple sclerosis which causes her to be extremely immobile, frail and vulnerable, the court heard. According to the police summary of facts, the victim had been in a relationship with Mckay for the past four years and he was aware of her “acute vulnerability”.

Mckay became abusive towards the victim once she said she felt uncomfortable with some of his friends visiting her at her address.

Sitting in the victim’s living room at about 12am on Monday, 19 October, Mckay became verbally abusive. Mckay went on to stand up, walk behind the victim and slap her across the face with force.

To get away from Mckay, the

The victim sustained significant bruising to her left eye, extensive bruising and a fracture to her shoulder. Photo: File. victim went into her bathroom and closed the door. Mckay followed her, kicking the door open and continued to verbally abuse her.

When the victim returned to the living room, she sat in an armchair facing away from him. The defendant sat down beside her before lifting her and her chair up and violently throwing her to the ground.

The victim told police she immediately felt severe pain in her left shoulder, believing it broke upon impact with the floor. The victim also hit her head as she was thrown to the ground. Due to her compromised mobility and injuries sustained, the victim was unable to stand. She crawled across her living room to her mobility

scooter and left her address.

The victim remained outside in hiding in the rain for some time before returning to the house.

The victim sustained significant bruising to her left eye, extensive bruising and a fracture to her shoulder.

Mckay told police he intended on giving her a little backhand and that he had “hit her harder than intended”.

He told police he thought her shoulder injury happened when he “accidentally fell on her”.

Mckay told police he felt “totally lousy” and that he knows it is unacceptable to hit a woman.

Judge David Ruth remanded Mckay on bail and for sentencing on 20 January.

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NEWS Local cider wins bronze at awards: Sprig + Fern Brewing Co.’s berry cider won a bronze medal at the 2021 New Zealand Fruit Wine & Cider Awards, held on Friday evening. The awards went ahead despite the planned NZ Cider Festival event being postponed until February 2022.

Sprig + Fern Brewing Co. master brewer and owner Tracy Banner says the award win was fantastic news to receive. “Our berry cider is wellknown for being packed full of berry juice and flavour. It’s not the first award our berry cider has won but the industry recognition is always appreciated by the brew team.”

Protestors sound their horns: A chorus of honking rung around Nelson on Saturday morning as a convoy of protesters voiced their opposition to vaccination mandates. The ‘Freedom and Rights Coalition’ convoy travelled around Waimea, Rutherford, and Rocks Rds, slowing traffic in the process. Social media reaction to the protest was mixed with many lamenting the group’s actions, including those in the vicinity of Nelson Hospital, where there were reports of patients being disrupted.

Vaccination bus comes to Victory: A Covid-19 vaccination bus, nicknamed ‘Hulk the hauora bus’, is coming to the Victory Community Centre next Wednesday, 24 November from 10am 6pm. Steve McLuckie from the centre says it’s all about making getting vaccinated as easy and as accessible as possible. “It will be here for those people who are nervous or hesitant about getting vaccinated, or who have just been too busy to get it done.”

Schools coping with mandate from Page 1 Unvaccinated staff won’t immediately lose their jobs but will have to go through a process and will no longer be able to be on site.

“If it is a non-teaching staff member there could be options for them to work offsite. For some, there may be an exemption.”

If the employees’ work cannot reasonably be rearranged, then they are put on leave, he adds. Employees in the education and sector need to be fully vaccinated by 1 January, 2022. If there are no alternatives to termination, schools will give notice that employment will be terminated according to the conditions of the employment agreement.

Symon indicated that the region had plenty of standby staff if schools needed it.

“As a group of educators, we are hugely appreciative of all teaching staff.”

The mandate applies to early childhood services and all primary and secondary schools. It also includes anyone who works, volunteers, or does unpaid work in education and who will have

Victory Community Centre community coordinator Steve mcLuckie. Photo: Kate Russell. contact with children or stu- that the school was complydents. ing with the PHO regarding Headmaster of Nelson Col- mandated vaccinations for lege, Richard Dykes, said as staff. of Monday they were in dis- “We do not foresee any issues cussion with a small number with the smooth running of of staff. the school from Tuesday, 16 “This is a difficult and com- November.” plex situation for everyone Nelson Tasman Kindergarten involved that’s come about Association, Craig Vercoe, due to the Government’s says they have been working PHO [public health order]. with staff to help them meet There are a range of scenar- their legal requirements. ios to work through, includ- “Sadly, a small number of ing some staff possibly seek- staff have made the choice ing exemptions. Each case is not to be vaccinated. We reunique. We’re endeavouring spect their personal decision to work with staff to get the and have supported them best outcomes for staff, stu- during this challenging time.” dents and whānau within the The new rules have also afPHO requirements.” fected the Victory CommuNayland College principal nity Centre, which is located Daniel Wilson confirmed on school grounds.

They have confirmed they will be losing five volunteers who are choosing not to get vaccinated, and unless they can replace them by next week, they will be unable to run certain programmes for the community this summer.

They have lost three of the volunteers who help support the community access to the Nelson Intermediate School pool during the summer months.

It is a popular initiative with around 65 families signing up for a key last year.

“We need eight people for the pool, so unless we find some more helpers, we won’t be able to open it,” says the centre’s community coordinator Steve McLuckie.

Pool volunteers are responsible for putting the pool covers on at the end of each day, one or two days per week, as well as some water quality testing.

The pool usually opens to the community from mid-December until the beginning of March, but volunteers need to be trained. Pool volunteers will receive a subsidised key, Contact steve@victory. school.nz to volunteer.

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WEDNESDAY 17 November 2021 Hundreds of people filtered through Motueka’s Memorial Hall over the weekend for the annual Top of the South Brick Show. Tāhunanui’s Greta Henare-Tapper couldn’t count how much time her Harry Potter display took to put together but says it was definitely “many, many hours”.

Greta says it was great to be able to have her full Harry Potter collection on display together, as her two tables at home only allow for a couple at a time. “I’m also surprised by how many young Lego fans are also fellow Ravenclaws”.

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Sal’s Pizza comes to Nelson Reporter

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Sal’s Pizza is opening a restaurant in central Nelson early next year.

The fast-growing New Zealand pizza business has confirmed they are moving into the old Ford’s Restaurant building at the Top of Trafal-

gar St. “We’re aiming to open in February 2022, all going well,” says franchisee Matt Dewar.

Following the success of their Richmond restaurant, which opened just over a year ago, he says the natural progression was to open in Nelson City.

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The restaurant will serve authentic New York style pizza by the slice for grab-and-go meals, but they will also offer a dine-in option with the capacity to seat 70 - 80 people.

“We’ll have five booths, 10 tables, as well as outdoor

seating,” Matt says.

Sal’s will also be licensed so adults could have a drink with their meal.

“It’ll be the perfect place for people to come have a slice and a drink after work.”

Originating in Auckland, Sal’s Pizza has 37 restaurants across the country. The Nelson store will be the ninth in the South Island.

Jacuzzi buys Nelson spa company: The most recognised spa brand in the world, Jacuzzi Brands, has bought Nelson-based Vortex Leisure Pty Ltd. Vortex has 15 retail stores around Australia and New Zealand under the Spa World brand. The acquisition will allow Jacuzzi Group to further expand its geographic reach in the world’s third largest spa market. Vortex chief executive Andrew Pullen says that their combined reach and knowhow will ensure future stability and prosperity, as the company moves into a new era of business development. “We are overjoyed to be joining the Jacuzzi Group. It is quite humbling to be acquired by the ‘name that started it all’.”

NPD to open in Hira: Travellers will once again be able to purchase fuel as they head north out of town. NPD will be opening a fully self-service station next to the Hira Store at the end of this month. This will be the sixth NPD site to open in Nelson, joining the 85 sites across the country.

Victory Vets expand to Stoke: Victory Vets Ltd is set to open another clinic in Stoke opposite Annesbrook Church. In July, Coman Construction started setting down the foundations, with Jerram Tocker Barron Architects turning the vision into a reality. “Having two sites will give us the capability to better service the community,” says practice manager Brendan Hickman. The new clinic is set to open March/April 2022.

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A budding conservationist and a seaweed expert have taken out two top prizes at this year’s Cawthron Scitec Expo.

In late October, Nayland College student Ra Edmonds and Nelson College student Ben Mercer were recognised for their top-quality research within 250 projects from students attending 26 different schools throughout the Nelson Tasman region.

Hosted at Founders Heritage Park, students were judged by more than 50 scientists, education specialists, artists and other professionals over two days.

Ra won the Albert Jones Award along with $500 for the best research project.

Ra’s project detailed 12 years of predator control data taken from her grandparent’s farm in Mārahau, contextualising the country’s progress towards being predator-free by 2050.

“I’m hoping to go into conservation work or something similar once I leave school,” Ra says.

Ben also won $500, along with the John Cross Award for the best scientific investigation.

The eager young chemistry student was able to work with Cawthron scientists for his investigation into the antioxidation of karengo seaweed.

“I had done some work with Cawthron last summer. My chemistry teacher, Mr Riley, had a contact there and they suggested I look into seaweed,” he says.

Ben says it was “awesome” to work with real-life scientists and he’s already eyeing up a potential scholarship for late next year.

Ben will be using the $500 for a new laptop before he begins his Bachelor of Science degree in Otago next year.

“I’m just waiting around to get into it,” he says.

More than 60 other awards were sponsored by local businesses and organisations to the value of nearly $7000.

Co-lead judge, Jenny Pollock of the Nelson Science Society, said all students deserved to be congratulated for completing their projects under such trying circumstances this year.

“The projects we saw at Founders were impressive and showed that students, and in some cases whole classes, had carefully thought about their technology project, research, scientific experiment or art project.”

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Appeal over war medals found at rubbish tip Jo Kent A nationwide search to reunite six war medals with their owner has moved to Nelson, after links to a Stoke cemetery were discovered by veterans determined to see them back in the recipient’s family.

The World War 1 and II medals were found at a refuse site in Napier, when a chance sighting of an antique silver box among the rubbish revealed the extraordinary find.

Site worker Jeremy Robertson says, when he opened the box he knew someone would be missing the collection of medals.

“My brother is an ex-military veteran, so I rang him straight away and he told me to send the medals to him and he’d try to trace the owner.”

Simon Robertson posted his brother’s find on the Facebook group ‘Onward Bar’ which is for serving and retired service personnel from the New Zealand Defence Force.

He says, within 24 hours he was inundated with messages from veterans with information about which serviceman the medals were given to and where he was buried.

Of the medals, four are for service in World Wars 1 and II, while another is for service in Kurdistan, and the last is a coronation medal. They were earned by Nelson man Alan Le Grand Campbell, who served in both the infantry and air force in the two world wars.

Central to the search is Dr Andrew Macdonald, official historian for the RSA. He says that after serving in World War 1, Campbell went on to

“We are really hoping that someone from the area knows of the family as it’s likely there could still be some living relatives either locally or further afield,” Simon says.

The medals were discovered in a vintage silver box which was inscribed with the date August 1926 and the initials ‘FJE’ from a member of the Blenheim Amateurs singing group.

“I’ve been in touch with them and no connection is obvious, so we are thinking the box has a separate story of its own and the medals were just put in there for safe keeping.”

Theories as to how the medals ended up at the dump include that maybe they were stolen and later discarded, or perhaps they were accidently

The World War I and II medals were found in a silver box at a Napier rubbish dump. Photo: Supplied. serve in New Zealand with 23 commanded and trained the Battalion during World War II. famed A Company (the 1st “That unit was recruited from Canterbury Company) of 23 around the South Island and Battalion for a period, winearned a fearsome reputation ning the respect of his soldiers on the battlefields of Greece, along the way,” Andrew says.

North Africa and Italy.”

When Campbell died in his During World War 1, Camp- 60s in Nelson, his medals went bell, who was born in 1896 in to his first-born son John GraWellington and died in 1960 ham Colin Campbell, who in Nelson, managed to earn a later died in 2011. His second cadetship at the Royal Military son Donald James Campbell Academy, Sandhurst, in the died in 2014 and all three men UK. are buried at Marsden Valley “In World War II, he briefly Cemetery.

Schnoodles, Labradors, Shih Tzus and chickens joined Nelson Cathedral’s Sunday’s service as part of their annual pet blessing. Dean Graham O’Brien and his small terrier Archie lead the special Sunday service in celebration of “all of God’s creatures.” Aside from a few timely barks all went to plan on the day. Pictured: Melanie Curruthers and Monty singing to the crowd. Photo: Erin Bradnock.

thrown out with the box without the owner realising they were still inside.

One of the medals has an oakleaf, denoting that Campbell was mentioned in despatches for his service.

“To receive such a medal means Campbell would have had to have done something above and beyond, like pulling a comrade out of enemy fire or something like that,” Simon says. “It’s heartbreaking to think after such a celebrated career his medals ended up on a tip.”

Veterans from across the country are behind the search and ask the public to get in touch if they can help.

If you have any information on the medals, the family or the box, then email jo@waimeaweekly.co.nz.

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WEDNESDAY 17 November 2021

Flying on a piece of history Jenny Nicholson Excitement warred with nervousness as the time came for my flight on a 1940’s plane.

I pondered what it would have been like for those flying when it was still relatively new.

One hundred years ago, when Tom Newman climbed aboard the first flight to Nelson he must surely have thought of the risk, but felt the experience worth it. Now as part of the 100th Anniversary celebrations, flights on the older planes were available to the public.

My check-in for the flight on the De Havil-

land DH89 Dominie ZK was somewhat different.

It wasn’t my bag that was weighed, it was me. And as we arrived at the plane those with more muscle were first on and moved to the front, while 5-yearold Hugo Board sat in the back seat.

Climbing aboard, the first thing I noticed was the lack of space. There would be no 7kg carry-on luggage on this plane. The pilot did the usual briefing about safety and seatbelts, with a few changes.

“You don’t need to put your cellphone on flight mode,” he said. “There’s nothing on this plane it could interfere with.”

He pointed out the emergency exits, including a hatch in the roof, which he thought might have been for if a plane crashed into the sea.

I wondered if the pilot was planning to close the window.

He called out to make sure everyone on the tarmac was safely out of the way before starting the engine. And he didn’t close the window.

Take off was smooth and we headed toward the Boulder Bank.

Even though I was sitting by a wing, the views were incredible both sides.

As we turned and came back toward the airport,

I again wondered what the first passengers would have felt flying over the hills and sea. We live in a beautiful area, and even with houses and cars dotting the landscape, it was easy to imagine those first travellers seeing the same green hills and blue sea.

It was a little surreal being in the noisy old plane seeing everyone wearing masks and taking photos on their iPhones.

The landing was a little bouncy and then we navigated the small space out onto a step stool by the door.

It was a privilege to have had a taste of aviation history.

Jenny Nicholson after her flight on a plane from the 1940’s.

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Gloria scoops up 82K in uni scholarships Erin Bradnock

Talented pianist and “selfless” Year 13 student Gloria Lee has been awarded $82,500 in financial support for university.

Gloria is the sole recipient of more than a quarter of the scholarship money Nelson College for Girls students have managed

to secure this year. The school’s careers and future pathways advisor, Robyn McLean, says this is the second-largest amount of scholarship money the school has ever received.

Robyn says Gloria is well deserving of her share of financial support. “Gloria gives selflessly to the school, she has a huge

amount of empathy and respect for others.”

Robyn says Gloria is one of the most gifted students the music department has ever had and has shown an equal passion for her other studies.

Gloria is more modest about her study and achievements. “I’m very grateful for the support from the school and for the financial support because we do need it,” she says.

Gloria has received $28,000 from the Auckland University Top Achievers Scholarship, $44,000 from Otago University Academic Scholarship, $7,500 from the McKee Trust Scholarship and $3000 from the Janet and Leonard Storry Scholarship. She is still waiting to hear back from three other scholarship applications. With this financial support, Gloria is set to follow her passion for physics. “I’ve always had an interest in

science and learning about how things work,” she says.

Gloria will be studying biomedical sciences at Auckland University next year in the hopes of studying medicine.

Robyn believes Gloria would make a great doctor.

For now, Gloria is focused on her exams for physics, chemistry, biology, English and calculus, having wrapped up Level 3 music in advance last year.

Nelson College for Girls student Gloria Lee says she’s grateful to have been granted $82,500 in financial aid. Photo: Erin Bradnock.

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Local pals bring marathon to rainy Rabbit Island Jo Kent Reporter

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When the Queenstown Marathon got cancelled, not even an injury or wet weather stopped Jax Winslow and Roachelle Ingerson completing the 42km distance locally instead.

“We’ve spent months training to run in memory of our dads, and have raised over $7000 for Nelson Tasman Hospice, so we were desperate to do it,” Jax says.

Tragically, Roachelle sustained an injury during training which meant she couldn’t run the course, but was determined to see it out on a bike instead.

“I was truly gutted that after all that training I got injured, but I rode next to Jax on an e-bike and carried extra supplies of food and electrolytes for her.”

She says going 42km on a push bike would have been way too hard on her groin injury.

“I can walk but I’m in constant pain. It’s devastating.

I’ve been a runner my whole life and now I can’t run at all.”

Jax was thrilled she still got

Jax Winslow and Roachelle Ingerson raised over $7k running for Nelson Tasman Hospice. Photo: Supplied. to cross the finish line with her mate.

“Roach pedalled right alongside me all the way and I couldn’t have done it without her. She’s been my motivation and running buddy this whole time.”

Roachelle says she hasn’t given up hope of running her first marathon on foot and still feels accomplished as she trained up to 33km which was her longest run yet.

“I’ll start training again as soon as I’m able.”

Nelson Tasman Hospice communications coordinator Rachel Moffitt says there is a funding shortfall of $2.5 million each year to provide specialised palliative care.

“The money they have raised is the equivalent of seven days of care for someone in hospice. They have done such an amazing job of fundraising.”

The running route started at the Honest Lawyer in Monaco, then on to Rabbit Island and back again.

“It was really windy and quite wet, but we got round and are feeling very sore now.

I’m walking around like an 80-year-old,” Jax says. “But we did it against the odds and and that’s the main thing.”

She says that during the last 15km they were running into a head wind and the rain was an absolute killer.

“It ended up taking us 4.34 hours.”

She says there was so much support and love for the pair on the day.

“It was a really emotional day for us and very special.

Thanks to everyone who came along to support us, despite the awful weather. Now we can relax.”

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Your Voice I suppose it’s a “sign of the time” that half of Nelson’s churches have “gone out of business” and closed.

For the young, the Holy Bible seems to have given way to the internet and cellphones. But is it a good sign?

I don’t think so actually, but I’m from the past, and the future belongs to the present generation.

Anton Hyman Houses to give local families a hand-up: We need a lot more rent to buy options in the housing market. The sooner supply exceeds demand in housing the better.

Dennis Goodman I have Habitat house number four. So proud.

Sue Simpson Fantastic news and love the idea of shared areas for connection.

Nikki Ryan Great to see this site being used for affordable housing for people who may not otherwise get a chance at home ownership.

Chrissy Randall ‘Constant fear’ at boys’ home: So sad and common to discover so many people have suffered as children.

If anyone reading this has a child that bed wets, love and understanding, not punishment work best. My dad was treated like that, plunged in an icy bath outside in the cold daily, by his own mother.

That's what seemed the norm. He stopped wetting the day she died when he was only 14.

The fear children suffer affects them for life. We can learn from the mistakes of the past. I'm sad for the boys who were in this awful place and hope many found love afterwards.

Lyn Timms As awful as it is that this happened, so brave of these people to speak out. We hear them.

Karyn Brain Bus driver’s te reo Māori mission: My favourite driver. She's so radiant and polite.

Rashitha Gamage This lady is absolutely amazing - very very friendly, kind, caring and she always has a massive smile. That is what makes her an amazing bus driver.

Danielle Angel It's a beautiful language thanks for sharing with us Piki-Tahi. Karen Lee Kia ora Piki-Tahi.

Tony Bradshaw Love this beautiful lady.

She is friendly and kind.

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Always going out her way for her customers.

Dianne Milne This lady is a leader.

Māori is a beautiful language. Joy Matthews Love this lady, always have great bus trips when she is driving.

Tessa Kennedy She was my neighbour in Nelson and is a lovely lady. Ka pai Piki-Tahi.

Saye Cole Ka rawe Piki-Tahi. Looking forward to riding with you soon.

Rachel Sanson Lovely lady and cheerful bus driver.

Sheena Ann Ramsay My favourite bus driver.

Elaine Lourens Ka pai.

Wikitoria Thorn She's awesome.

Glenn Aaron Lovely story and so nice to see a radiant response.

Tracy Jane Neal Giving new mums the gift of care: Awesome, what an incredible thing to do.

I am mum who battled depression for years and I know myself

it’s the small things that helped make it worthwhile raising my kids.

You never know how much a small thing will impact a person, and it’s those things they’ll remember.

Thank you for kindness towards the mums you are helping.

Jaimee Heyrick A truly amazing thing to do from such a gorgeous person, well done.

Sarah-Jane Brown Genna Wells is one of the most loving, caring people I know.

She helped me through my own struggles after my second child.

I will always treasure her kindness.

Jezamine Dunlea What an awesome thing to do. Leila Bazil Tāhunanui: 'frustrated and angry' over road plan: Great that we finally have a decision. It was never going to please everyone.

It is still going to be a 50 kph road. Good news for congestion and the environment.

Dean Blaker Well, this whole crazy debacle is unnecessary. I have travelled this road for years and very seldom is there an aggravating hold up.

We must never allow Rocks Rd to be redesigned to suit a few who may get home late for dinner.

Let's think a bit more broadly here. Dave Harvey I don't know why they ask the people anything as it seems the powers that be only ever do what they want.

In every issue that has come about in the last two years (the duration that I've been here) the majority of community feedback is united - yet that community feedback is never accepted and we find what does go ahead is the opposite.

Donna-marie Quinn So, they want to make Tāhunanui Drive a fourlane highway and move the bus route there from Muritai St so people including kids and elderly can cross heavy four lane traffic to get to a bus stop?

Yep. Absolutely no safety concerns there.

Emma-Jane Canton Early Christmas shopping rush hits region: Always start mine around September so not a lot left to get. Much more manageable financially if you spread it out.

Cherie Liddell Nearly finished mine. We don't go big for Christmas but didn't want to risk my boys missing out either.

Rachel Gordon Don't do Christmas shopping. It's a time for family and slowing down, crafts and outdoors.

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Nelson’s most death-defying act

By Bevan Woodward, Convenor, Bicycle Nelson Bays I believe the most death-defying act in Nelson is to cycle Tahunanui Drive.

There is little or no provision for cyclists in an environment of heavy trucks and constant traffic. I find it terrifying but how else to get to the local shops, restaurants, medical services, etc proving valuable services along Tahunanui Drive?

The official crash statistics over the last 5 years show 17 incidents involving pedestrians and cyclists. Yet NZ Transport Agency’s Nelson Future Access plans for Tahunanui Drive make no provision for cyclists, instead their short-term focus is on providing for more traffic. Longer term they want to 4 lane Tahunanui

Drive to provide priority lanes for buses, this sounds like overkill to me.

Whilst Nelson has some great cycling routes, too often the traffic and roads combine to make cycling feel unsafe. In this time of climate emergency, health issues from sedentary life styles along with the need to address traffic congestion, I’m amazed by NZTA’s unwillingness to get on with making cycling safe and attractive for all.

It’s not rocket science, we simply need to stop prioritising the movement of motor vehicles and instead prioritise public transport at intersections, provide space for cycling and ensure safe crossings for pedestrians. This typically means priority for the buses when the lights go green, the removal of some car parking, safer

speed limits, protected cycle lanes, raised table pedestrian crossings and restricting motor vehicle access as appropriate.

That way we can create an environment

that is easier and more pleasant to get around, provide travel choice to Nelsonians of all ages and show that we really can be the ‘smart little city’.

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Great Christmas Market defies the odds Erin Bradnock ‘Constant fear’ at boys’ home, Wednesday, 10 November: Archbishop of Wellington, Cardinal John Dew, says while he doesn’t know who this survivor is, he would “certainly consider meeting with victims once I have some more details of the case. If they wanted me to go to Sunnybank I would do that.” It was incorrectly printed that Cardinal Dew did not respond to request for comment, however, it was due to a production error that his response didn’t go to print.

Who turned the lights out? Wednesday, 6 October: Nelson City Council’s contractors reinstalled the catenary lights in Upper Trafalgar Street on Tuesday, 9 November, after it was discovered the lights were faulty following the initial installation in July. The $860,0000 lights needed to be switched off after only seven days because water leaked into faulty casings. A council spokesperson says the replacement of the lights was covered by warranty.

Community conversations wanted at Victory Centre, Wednesday, 22 September: The Victory Community Centre had a positive response to their community survey, with more than 200 engagements. “We had 108 people who participated online, and 97 face-to-face interviews,” says centre manager Jenni Bancroft. “We were thrilled with the level of engagement, and people’s desire to engage.” The centre was granted Lottery Covid-19 community wellbeing funding to undertake the survey. Findings will be released early next year.

Nelson’s annual Christmas market is defying the odds and returning to Founders Heritage Park this Sunday.

Market organiser Paula Campbell hopes the event will be highly anticipated due to the number of events that can’t go ahead due to Covid-19 restrictions.

“We’re so grateful to be able to go ahead, I’ve been quite determined to go ahead and keep organising until there was a big fat stop sign in our way,” she says.

Paula, who runs the Little Beehive Co-Op on Bridge St, started the market almost a decade ago with two friends.

She hoped to create a space for fellow creatives to come together and share their work.

Now heading into its ninth year, the Great Christmas Market will run a little differently in 2021, with a ticketing system in place.

“The ticketing suggests an hour timeslot but that’s just a guide. Visitors can stay longer if they want, it’s more about crowd control when

The Great Christmas Market organiser Paula Campbell has been crossing her fingers and toes that this weekend’s market will be able to go ahead. Photo: Erin Bradnock. we’re letting people in,” she will be welcomed through is getting the word out that the entry gate and asked to tickets will have to be bought says.

Founders Heritage Park is leave through the North Rd ahead of time in case sessions sell out. still able to host the usual gate.

110 stalls but Paula says Paula says there’s been a “Morning sessions will likely they’ve done their best to lot of anticipation from the sell out, we think there will stallholders, some travelling be less crowds in the afterspread everyone out.

“We’ll have less stalls inside from the North Island to be noon,” she says. the Granary and Energy able to be at a market again. Tickets are available from Centre with more stalls out- “Founders is such a great Eventfinda from $3 each side. I think this will ensure venue for Nelson, it creates with $1 from every sale gothat all stalls are seen, we’ve the atmosphere that plays a ing towards charities, Kidworked really hard at this massive role for the excite- sCan and Life Education ment for the market.”

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Variety and creativity in NMIT grad show of three years of study from the students.

“It’s an opportunity for them to generate and present their best work. It draws from their creative zest for their particular discipline, whether it’s photography, painting, film, screen printing, textiles, fashion or installation art.”

Other works in the exhibition include a series of photographic portraits which present beneficiaries with value and dignity, an immersive textile installation, and flipbooks aiming to create delight for the audience.

Catharine says BAM2021 holds particular significance this year because the students had to navigate a great deal of uncertainty and disruption due to Covid-19.

“I have been especially impressed with the students this year. Some were totally limited with how much they could do during lockdown, particularly if they were working with other people or needed resources such as screen printing.”

BAM2021 runs from 20 November - 5 December, 10am to 3pm daily at G-Space Gallery and 2 Floor G-Block at NMIT.

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A short film about men’s mental health, a photographic essay documenting the art of graffiti, and a unique range of graphic clothing and prints are among the creative offerings from NMIT Bachelor of Arts and Media graduates this year.

Students Jason Oldfield, Jayde McDonald, and Pip Richards are three of 11 students to showcase their work in the annual BAM (Bachelor of Arts and Media) Exhibition, which opens this weekend.

Jason’s short film aims to reduce the stigma around men’s mental health in New Zealand.

“The project was inspired by my own mental health issues, as well as the people around me,” he says.

Jayde has created a book, showcasing his graffiti photography.

“I want to show graffiti as not just scribbles on the street but looking at what influences people’s design choices.”

Pip has started his own streetwear clothing company and will be dis-

From left: NMIT Bachelor of Arts and Media students Pip Richards, Jason Oldfield, and Jayde McDonald will be showcasing their work in BAM2021. Photo: Kate Russell. playing his 2D artwork, screenprints, pen and ink drawings, cards, and t-shirts.

He left a career as a joiner to follow his artistic calling and says

the degree has opened many doors for him.

“It certainly pushes you in directions you wouldn’t normally take, it made me experiment with

artistic mediums that never occurred to me.”

Senior arts tutor and BAM coordinator Catharine Salmon says the BAM show is a culmination

Thanks to the Stoke School community and a generous donation from Atawhai Four Square, the school has been able to donate 200 boxes of tissues to the Nelson Tasman Hospice. The tissue drive is a part of ‘Hankies for Hospice’ to be used at the Hospice and by the clinical team caring for patients and their families in the Nelson/Tasman area. Pictured are year 4 students Emily Stoddart, Tia Thepkhmdee and Lucy Bonner who spent their lunchbreak creating a tissue tree at the school’s front reception, decked out with tinsel and cheer. Photo: Erin Bradnock.

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Broadgreen Intermediate School celebrates big milestone Broadgreen Intermediate School first opened on 13 November, 1971, so last Friday afternoon the school celebrated its 50th anniversary.

“Unfortunately, we had to scale back the event we originally had planned due to Level 2 restrictions,” says principal Peter Michener.

“A big part of our celebration on Friday was the opening of a new entrance way to our school, so representatives from the student body and invited guests attended the occasion.”

The entrance way is called Te Kūaha Whiriwhiri, which represents the weaving together of all the students, families and visitors to our school. It incorporates traditional weaving techniques and materials which are also featured in the paving.

“So, it’s a great time to have these new symbols of where we are at as a school in the community, and to

celebrate the 50 years Broadgreen Intermediate has been open.

“After the opening of the entrance way, we had afternoon tea in our school hall, then after the students went home, the invited guests had the opportunity to look around the school to see how it had changed over time.”

Broadgreen has ‘evolved with the times’ Over the years there is a lot that has remained the same at Broadgreen Intermediate, but there has also been plenty of changes.

“We’ve still pretty much got the same footprint; we’ve added some classrooms and like anything, the school has evolved with the times, but some things have stayed the same.”

Peter says the school is still very much the ‘hub of the community.’ “The contributing schools sit around us, and everyone comes together to get two years of inter-

After the official opening, Minister of Education Brian Talboys met the student council.

Here he shakes hands with Paul Hargreaves. mediate before they move onto college.” Staff members ‘come and go’ and during the past 50 years there have been 7 principals. “The introduction of Boards of Trustees was a big change for education in the 90s,” says Peter.

“These replaced an already active PTA or parent committees.”

The school’s 50th anniversary has special meaning for Peter. “I grew

Broadgreen Intermediate as it was from Nayland Road in 1971 up around the corner and came here as a student, then I returned to Broadgreen as a student teach-

er and a teacher, before becoming the principal, so it’s pretty special.” Peter says he feels very

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much part of the community and considers Broadgreen a really special school that strives to give students lots of opportunities to grow and try new things and prepare themselves for the next stage in their life.

‘Empowering for Life’ Broadgreen Intermediate’s mission statement is ‘Empowering for Life.’ “This is not just about the future, but it’s about providing opportunities now which will enrich our students’ lives later in life as well.”

Peter says, when he was a student he learnt the guitar, and it’s something he has been able to continue on in life and has been able to teach his children.

Peter says intermediate schools in general are a different stage in education. “Students only come here for two years, so enabling them to feel ownership and being part of the school is really important.

Having student voices gives them opportunities to lead and share ideas and develop ideas.” Peter says giving students a voice has

The new entrance way (designed by Hamuera Robb), represents the weaving together of the students, families and visitors to Broadgreen Intermediate. (Students singing karakia). resulted in changes to uniforms and the school’s logo which re-

flects the story of Broadgreen, as well as changes to the school’s

purpose and environment. “It’s great having a board of trustees

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that are responsive to student and families’ needs and are supportive of them.”

Broadgreen Intermediate was initially established due to population growth in the area.

“Waimea Intermediate and Nelson Intermediate were growing very quickly, and so were the surrounding subdivisions,” says Peter.

“We were originally an apple orchard, and with the number of houses growing schools like Nayland and Birchwood needed their next step, instead of going out to Waimea Intermediate.”

“It’s an exciting future ahead as we continue to see the changes in education but acknowledge who we are as a community,” says Peter.

“Being able to grow a local community curriculum and develop strengths and what we feel is right for our students is really exciting – it’s about continuing the give students’ opportunities of choice, enabling them to develop and grow in areas they want to be involved in, before they move onto secondary school.”

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Feast of films comes to Nelson Kate Russell Reporter

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A feast of films has taken over The Suter theatre this month.

The Nelson leg of Whānau Mārama: New Zealand International Film Festival (NZIFF) kicked off last week and features 51 feature films from 21 countries.

NZIFF has worked with partner venues and cinemas around the country to present the festival under Alert Level 2 requirements in 12 towns and cities nationwide, and with the cancellation of its Auckland events, they are relying on regional screenings more than ever.

“We’re excited to share our fantastic 2021 programme with Nelson audiences in a safe environment this November,” says festival director, Marten Rabarts.

“We hope that Nelsonians will show their support for the festival by coming to check out as many of the outstanding New Zealand

Berlin Golden Bear nominee, I’m Your Man, featuring Downton Abbey’s Dan Stevens, will screen in Nelson as part of the New Zealand International Film Festival. Photo: Supplied. and international films on offer as possible.”

Films joining NZIFF’s 2021 lineup for Nelson include Sundance Film Festival’s Grand Jury prizewinning documentary, Flee, decorated Chinese director Zhang Yimou’s love letter to cinema, One Second, and Bosnia and Her-

zegovina’s contender for the 2021 Best International Feature Oscar, Jasmila Zbanic’s Quo Vadis, Aida?

Fifteen films direct from the Cannes Film Festival are also confirmed to screen in Nelson.

These include Palme d’or winner Titane, Grand Prix award winners, A Hero, from decorated

Iranian director Asghar Farhadi and Juho Kuosmanen’s offbeat train romance, Compartment No. 6, and Venice Film Festival highlights, Golden Lion-winning drama Happening and Special Jury Prize Winner Dear Comrades!

In addition to seven New Zealand films screening in Nelson, short

film competitions New Zealand’s Best and Ngā Whanaunga Māori Pasifika Shorts will screen at the festival.

Delivering some star power is Berlin Golden Bear nominee, Maria Schrader’s I’m Your Man, featuring Downton Abbey’s Dan Stevens as a love android, Oscarwinning Danish director Anders Thomas Jensen’s black comedy revenge thriller Riders of Justice, starring Mads Mikkelsen, and moving literary memoir My Salinger Year, starring Sigourney Weaver and rising star Margaret Qualley.

Whānau Mārama: New Zealand International Film Festival is run by a charitable trust to enhance local appreciation of, and engagement with, global art and culture by providing access to a diverse range of high-quality films.

The NZIFF is on from 10 November - 1 December at The Suter theatre.

To view the programme and buy tickets, go to www.nziff. co.nz/2021/nelson/

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Jonty Dine and Peter Jones A tenacious display of goal line defence saw the Mako survive a late Magpies’ onslaught and book its third consecutive NPC Premiership final on Saturday.

Tasman showed plenty of grit before replacement Levi Aumua snatched the crucial turnover that sealed the 33-27 win.

The Mako made the perfect start in Napier with Andrew Makalio rumbling over from a maul as the visitors took an early 10-0 lead.

Hawke’s Bay didn’t take long to strike back. Danny Toala created the reply for Jonah Lowe before captain Tom Parsons sneaked blindside to score a second for the hosts.

A stunning burst by Leicester Fainga’anuku saw the big centre break three tackles and set up fullback Andrew Knewstubb for the try.

A fortuitous fourth try followed through winger Timoci Tavatavanawai, despite replays show-

ing a clear forward pass to Macca Springer who made the initial line break.

Marino Makele-Tu’u reduced the deficit with the game’s sixth try right on the stroke of halftime to send the sides to the shed at 2517.

Hawke’s Bay opened the scoring in the second half as lock Geoff Cridge powered over to make it a one-point game.

Lincoln McClutchie put the Magpies in front for the first time with a superb long-range penalty.

Fainga’anuku picked off a poor Magpie’s pass and showed great speed to go 60 metres and reclaim the lead with 10 minutes to go.

Hawke’s Bay rode back-to-back penalties and threw its strongest weapon at Tasman, the rolling maul. However, the Mako held firm and booked its spot in the final and a shot at history.

The Mako also avenged its Ranfurly Shield loss to the Bay earlier in the season.

“We had a really deep look at that

It’s fins up to another NPC final for Tasman backline stars Leicester Fainga’anuku and Alex Nankivell. Photo: Shuttersport. [previous] game … where we could grow and get better,” said coach Andrew Goodman.

“So, to see some growth in those areas today was very pleasing.

The learnings we took out of that game we have used as motivation through the last few weeks … particularly around edge defence

and taking their time away from them … I think we did particularly well in those areas.”

Andrew said the new players had thrived in the Mako environment.

“They are just getting more opportunities … that’s all it takes, they are just getting better and

better each week. Guys like Sam Matenga, who has been a mainstay at tighthead, Louie Chapman, who over the last few weeks has grown massively for us, plus Antonio Shalfoon and Te Ahiwaru [Cirikidaveta].”

Despite what appeared a serious injury late in the game to Segner threatening to further deplete Tasman’s stocks, Andrew remains philosophical.

“It’s been one of those seasons, but there are always guys stepping in … they are getting opportunities and taking them.

Tasman’s final opponents will be Waikato, who today beat Canterbury 17-14 in the other semifinal, the NPC decider likely played in Rotorua.

Scorers: Tasman 33 (Makalio, Knewstubb, Tavatavanawai, Fainga’anuku, Hunt 2 cons, 3 pens) Hawke’s Bay 27 (Lowe, Parsons, Makele-Tu’u, Cridge, tries McClutchie 2 cons, 1 pen)

SportS Rugby: A number of current and former Mako were in international action at the weekend, with James Lowe playing his first game against the All Blacks as his Irish side defeated New Zealand 29-20 in Dublin.

James opened the scoring with a slick try in the lefthand corner. Also playing were Will Jordan, Finlay Christie, Ethan Blackadder, Tyrel Lomax, David Havili and Sevu Reece. Elsewhere, Marist’s Sam Briggs bagged twenty points as South Canterbury defeated Thames Valley 35-16 to win the Meads Cup. Football: FC Nelson sent three junior academy sides to Christchurch at the weekend to play in the 12th, 14th and U17 grades. The 14th grade side went undefeated with three wins from three across the weekend. The 12th grade side enjoyed two wins and a loss including a 9-0 hammering of Christchurch United.

Unfortunately, the U17’s couldn’t come away with a win but did manage a draw against Halswell United.

Young starts showcased their fleet-footed skills at the weekend at the Under 12 and Under 14 Tahunanui Junior Development Tournament. Teams travelled from as far as Christchurch for the competition with rain making way for bright sunshine on Saturday afternoon. Photo: Barry Whitnall/Shuttersport.

Cricket: It was a disrupted round of Tasman Premier League cricket but there were still plenty of fireworks in reduced over matches across the region on Saturday. Athletic College Old Boys put on a show at Saxton Oval, scoring 121/4 in just 13 overs to defeat Waimea Toi Toi by six wickets. The defending champions took little time chasing down 120, Jonty Raxworthy blasting 39 from just 28 as ACOB romped home at just under 10 runs an over. The travelling Falcons also claimed a comfortable win, defeating Wanderers with seven wickets and four overs to spare. In Blenheim, Stoke/Nayland was far too strong for the Dolphins, dismissing the hosts for just 76 courtesy of 4/21 from Jared Silvester. Stoke ensured it was an early trip home over the hill, losing just three wickets to reach the target in 13.3 overs. Nelson College and Wakatu were forced to abandon their match.

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College rugby coach recognised for passion Jonty Dine Reporter

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A self-confessed rugby nerd, Jono Philips instills his passion for the game in his players.

Jono has a prodigious eye for talent, having overseen superstars of the game - from two-time world player of the year Beauden Barrett to current All Black skipper Sam Whitelock.

As for the next crop of talent, Jono has enjoyed stellar success during his first three years at Nelson College.

He has led the 1st XV to two South Island championships, two Crusaders Schools titles and three consecutive quadrangular victories in one of the most fruitful periods in the school’s 165year history.

Not one to rest on his laurels, Jono is already making plans for the 2022 season.

Jono’s success has seen him nominated for the 2021 Nelson Sports Awards Coach of the Year.

With such an impressive resume it’s difficult for Jono to pinpoint highlights, but the school’s win at the South Island secondary school final was a standout.

“That first 25 minutes against Otago Boys High School, to see

a group of 17-18-year-olds play with the accuracy, composure, and intensity that they did, was phenomenal.”

Despite his achievements, Jono is quick to deflect praise to his assistants Mike Fraser and Marty O’Cain, as well as all the local sponsors that support the team.

Jono’s commitment to his role is unwavering, the 70 minutes on the field the result of hours of preparation.

Sundays are spent pouring through video footage, fastidiously planning and analysing.

“I try to work two games ahead.”

Jono says it’s incredibly satisfying to see his former players flourishing as professionals.

“To see Luca (Inch) and Anton (Segner) starting for the Mako and doing so well is fantastic.”

He also cites 2021 captain Ollie Inch, whom he says has grown exponentially in his 50 games for the school.

“Also, the growth of players like Mason Lund and Wil Thornalley, they live in my office watching videos and developing game plans.”

Jono also runs a rugby class at the school which teaches boys everything from nutrition to psychology.

“I try to make it as close to a pro-

Your way Your time Mōu Ake Flexible learning to suit your lifestyle

Nelson College 1st XV coach Jono Phillips has been nominated for Coach of the Year at the Nelson Sports Awards. Photo: Jonty Dine. fessional environment as possible.”

Jono’s coaching journey began in 1995 while playing professional cricket in Scotland after a knee reconstruction ended his rugby career.

“Being a Kiwi, I was quickly asked to coach the local rugby side.”

As the game turned professional the following year, Jono was given the role of Rugby Development Officer for Scotland Rugby and his career took off.

Jono was mentored by two legends in British and Irish Lions coaches Sir Ian McGeechan and Jim Telfer.

“They had such a high work ethic and were students of the game.”

His rapid rise through the national ranks saw

his coaching the national side at the 1996 U19 World Cup. He went on to coach a multitude of teams, including Scotland U21 until 2004 when he returned to his homeland.

Jono joined the Hurricanes as high-performance manager and assistant coach and was heavily involved in the school’s programme which produced a number of All Blacks still playing today.

“I have a passion for helping young players realise their dreams.”

After a stint in Taranaki, Jono made his most recent move to Nelson in 2016 to be with his wife. He took a brief detour from rugby into the business world where he also found great success, though it wasn’t long until

he was made his rugby return.

Jono put his hand up as an advisor at Waimea Old Boys before a beer with Peter Grigg and Gary O’Shea brought about his next chapter.

He says there are several aspects to his coaching philosophy.

Jono wants his players to have a sound technical and tactical understanding of situations and an ability to make decisions.

“I want them to have the tools to deal with situations. It’s not about coaching from the sidelines but empowering them to express themselves.”

Ultimately, Jono looks to create not only quality rugby players, but quality people off the field, too. The Nelson Sports Awards will be announced via livestream on 3 December.

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Frances Tilly has been offered a position as assistant coach of the New Zealand U17 basketball team. Photo: Jonty Dine.

Tilly takes on new challenge Jonty Dine Reporter

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When Frances Tilly joined Nelson Basketball, she was the fourth general manager the association had hired in just six months.

Both player numbers and funds were down, and the local game was struggling to survive.

“It was in a pretty bad state.”

However, Frances’ dedication and passion for the game has seen it go through a resurgence and it is in a much stronger position today.

After six seasons with the NBA, Frances is set to take on a new challenge and hand the reigns over to a new general manager.

“It hasn’t been easy, but I think everything is so much better. Our numbers are great, financially we are a lot more stable and politically a lot of the issues that were present have been resolved.”

Having brought the association back from the brink, Frances will now take on a new role as assistant coach of the New Zealand U17 women’s team.

“I didn’t want to leave until I felt things were in a good place and it’s a far more attractive role now than it was six years ago.”

Frances is no stranger to the international game, having spent time with the Tall Ferns during their 2018 tour to Asia.

“I’m so lucky to have coached with some incredible women.”

Frances says Nelson Basketball is thriving off the back of a team of local support.

“Our boards, our volunteers, our coaches. It’s pretty demanding work and takes a lot of people to keep going.”

She says while Covid has presented

its challenges, Nelson was incredibly fortunate to get two seasons in where other codes struggled for one.

During her time at Nelson Basketball, Frances coached about 35 teams across school, representative and national levels.

“One of the fantastic things about this role has been the ability to pursue my coaching.”

She will spend the next three years with the New Zealand U17’s as they look to qualify for worlds in 2024.

This journey will kick off with the Oceania Championships in Guam next year.

“We are just starting that selection process, which is pretty exciting.”

Though she enjoyed her time at the Tall Ferns, Frances says her true passion lies in age group basketball.

“The absolute privilege of the last few years has been watching some of those kids head out in the world and it’s very cool to be part of their lives.”

She says there is a lot of buzz around basketball in Nelson.

“Nelson has been a basketball town for forty years and the association has a really good history of producing players, coaches, officials, managers to international level.”

Young players no longer have to go to the bright lights of Auckland or Wellington to succeed.

“Kids here are lucky to have access to good facilities and coaches.”

Frances will stay in Nelson and continue to coach Garin College and rep basketball while in her new role.

She will also take a break next year to ride the length of Aoteoroa to raise funds for youth mental health “I care a lot about Nelson basketball, and I hope the next person that comes in can continue to grow the game.”

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Responsibilities include: • Operating large tractors with mowing attachments • Trimming roadside vegetation • Spray rig for roadside chemical control • Ride-on mowing • Weed eating • General environmental maintenance • Basic mechanical maintenance of plant The successful candidate should have at least 2 years’ experience with ride on mowers in a contract environment and basic mechanical knowledge, as well as an HT License.

If this sounds like you, and you are interested in joining Delta, we want to hear from you. Apply online now at www.thinkdelta.co.nz/join

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NEW ZEALAND’S HOME OF ELDDIS

Phone 03 543 8284 WANTED TO BUY CASH PAID FOR

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OLD WRISTWATCHES SCRAP GOLD & SILVER OLD COINS & JEWELLERY VINTAGE / QUALITY TOOLS MILITARY & FIREARMS ITEMS GENERAL ANTIQUES ALSO BUYING ESTATE & SHED ITEMS COLLECTION & DOWNSIZING PH TIM GLADSTONE PH T&B VINTAGE 0800 653 935 or 548 5235

ANTIQUES 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

Now based in Washington Valley, combining both traditional and modern worlds.

Ph Allan (03) 391 9093 www.massage-therapy.co.nz

WANTED TO BUY $$$ CASH PAID $$$ TOOLS, SHED GEAR COLLECTABLES All hand tools modern, vintage & antique. Also fishing gear, records, books, vintage toys & games, NZ pictures & postcards.

Plus much more.

Large or small lots.

Estates & Downsizing.

Steve Lawson Ph 538 0020 or 027 538 0020 (Nelson Based)

FUNERAL SERVICES

GARAGE SALE

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Advertise your garage sale here. Ph 548 5900.

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ARBORIST

DEATH

ARBORIST

HIGGS NELSON

Support Workers - Supported Living

Live Life Disability Support Four new positions available supporting adults who have intellectual disabilities.

N21-747: working 32 hours a fortnight (0.4FTE).

Shift: 8:30AM to 12:30PM. Roster Sunday to Wednesday.

N21-748: working 32 hours a fortnight (0.4FTE).

Shift: 7AM to 11AM. Roster: Sunday to Wednesday.

N21-749: working 80 hours a fortnight (1.0FTE).

Shift: 10:30AM to 7PM. Roster: Sunday to Thursday.

N21-750: working 35 flexi-hours a week, as rostered (including every Saturday). 70 hours a fortnight (0.87FTE).

Closing date: Open until filled.

Online application, CV and cover letter are required before your application can be processed. Enquiries can be made to Human Resources Nelson telephone: (03) 546 1274 or email vacancies@nmdhb.govt.nz

Margaret

November 7 2021 Passed away peacefully at Nelson Hospice in her 83rd year. Dearly loved wife of Allan Higgs (Deceased), Mother & Mother-in-law of Janine, Debbie, Kerry and Laura. Much loved sister of the late Ron Hansen, Val Sadd, (Nelson) Bev Harford (Geraldine) & Pam Cooper (Brisbane). Adored Nana of Daniel, Hadley, Ryland, Jessica, Sophie & Thomas. Respected and loved by all her nieces and nephews. Greatly loved Step-mum and Nana of Bill and Georgina, Pounamu, Isaac, Alyna, Scott, Kaleb, Rewa, Sam, Taimana.

Our hearts are broken to lose you A service to celebrate Margaret’s life will be held at Waimea Funeral Home 24 Champion Rd 1pm Thursday 18 November. The family would like to acknowledge the exceptional care and kindness received from staff at Nelson Hospice. In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice would be appreciated.

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Trainee Line Mechanics We have an exciting opportunity for those interested in pursuing a career within the Electrical Distribution industry in Hope, Motueka and Takaka.

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Builder / Handyman

Materials at Trade Cost

If you have a great attitude, a love of the outdoors (and heights), and are keen to learn the skills required to construct and maintain our energy network, then our Trainee Line Mechanic role is for you.

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

Trainees undertake a 3-year training programme that involves a mixture of on-the-job training and theoretical ‘block’ courses. The role will involve installing, repairing and maintaining overhead power lines.

You need to hold a current and clean class 1 Driver’s License.

BUILDER

Quality workmanship guaranteed Richard 021 118 1183 or 545 2298 marblepoint@xtra.co.nz

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Apply now! Send your CV to Jordan.Gerken@thinkdelta.co.nz.

Applications close 1 December 2021.

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SUNDAY 9AM & 11AM

Cremations from

$1999+gst

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includes…

Wooden Coffin ♦ All Transport Cremation ♦ Newspaper Notice Death Certificate ♦ Paperwork Ashes personally returned to family - $2100 WINZ benefit available -

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

541- 0820 or 021 120 1314

www.sdfunerals.nz

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