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WEDNESDAY 21 DECEMBER 2022

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Local lands Christmas Dinner at Kaiteriteri

14 year old Elias Gonzalez from Brooklyn holds the 11.2 kg snapper he caught off the rocks at Kaka Point, Kaiteriteri. The national record for snapper is 14.75kg. Read more on pg 4.

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Talley’s Overall Winner of Starlight Christmas Parade

Talley’s float at this years Starlight Parade After no parade last year, this year’s NBS Starlight Christmas Parade on Friday 2nd December was back in form and well-enjoyed by many. Talley’s float was the overall winner and they received a certificate and a $500 cash prize.

uted before Christmas.

Other Winners of the 2022 NBS Starlight Christmas Parade are:

Shout out to this years epic judges, pictured below.

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This year it was donated by Janis Ord of MOTropolis.

Winning School Brooklyn School Winning Community Group Tamaha Sea Scout Group

Those employees and their families who put the float together decided to purchase Christmas presents for children and donate them to a local charity.

Winning Business EJ Zumba Winner for Friends & Family Cederman Bros; Wild Card Winner Murray Thorn Motorcycles.

Talley’s Ltd. matched this and now $1000 has been spent at Motueka PaperPlus purchasing 50 presents. The presents will be distrib-

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Tourism operators collaborate to connect Nelson city to Abel Tasman National Park Tasman Aqua Taxi, Abel Tasman Kayaks, Abel Tasman Canyons, R&R Kayaks, Kahu Kayaks, Wine, Art & Wilderness, Abel Tasman Centre, Abel Tasman Sailing Adventures, Abel Tasman Charters. The initiative has also seen excellent support from i-SITE Motueka, YHA Nelson, Adventure Inn Marahau, The Barn Marahau, Kaiteriteri Recreation Reserve and several other accommodation providers; demonstrating the power of community in Nelson Tasman amongst the Visitor Sector.

The Better Bus has been launched to transport tourists to the Abel Tasman National Park including access points at Mãrahau and Kaiteriteri (pictured).

A new initiative, the Better Bus has been launched by a collective of Abel Tasman Operators, led by Wine, Art and Wilderness, with the support of the Nelson Regional Development Agency (NRDA).

The Better Bus aims to drastically reduce the carbon footprint created by multiple operators having to run their own vehicles to link the region to the Abel Tasman National Park and the park’s southern access points of Kaiteriteri and Mãrahau; and closes the public transport gap between Nelson City and the Abel Tasman.

Along with reducing transmissions across each company and improving road transport and accessibility to the region’s most popular summer destination, this unique collaboration will help operators manage staffing efficiencies during the busiest season of the year, and at a time when labour shortages are high.

“The Better Bus has been overwhelmingly popular in its first month of running. It’s a valuable offering to the region and is already in high demand by tourism operators, accommodation providers, through word of mouth across the region. Last week we saw 9 operators utilise the service,

in one day, and we have this week added a second return trip service, as well as a link between Mãrahau & Kaiteriteri!” says initiative lead Zane Kennedy from Wine, Art & Wilderness.

“We are so grateful for the support from NRDA and the contribution by Wilsons Abel Tasman, and Aqua Taxi (Alborn Enterprises) to help get this idea off the ground through their input into the consultation and set up phase, and the use of their vehicles to facilitate the service.”

“Operators involved are passionate about reducing their carbon footprint to help protect our environment and giving visitors an even better experience while here in Nelson Tasman.” says Fiona Wilson, Chief Executive of NRDA. “It makes sense for the environment, and the businesses involved. This collaboration broadens the scope of the region’s Zero Carbon itineraries by providing an everyday Climate Positive transport option between Nelson, Richmond, Motueka & Abel Tasman National Park; and further supports the work our region is doing to follow the path set from the Te Tauihu Intergenerational Strategy, to be good ancestors.”

The Better Bus has a clear goal to at least halve the number of vehicle movements between Nelson and the Abel Tasman National Park this summer. Currently, the footprint that is created by the daily journeys is offset by Wine, Art & Wilderness (a Climate Positive Business), meaning that there is as little impact on the environment as possible ahead of moving to a zero-emissions fleet.

Since soft launching in November, ten Abel Tasman based activity providers have already used this service, including: Wilsons Abel Tasman, Abel

Visitors (or locals) can book this service through their accommodation, or their Abel Tasman activity provider, or by emailing bookings@betterbus.co.nz A website with booking portal is currently in construction, for www. betterbus.co.nz

Wine, Art & Wilderness are also actively investigating alternative transport options such as hybrid, electric, even hydrogen vehicles to further reduce the impact to the environment as part of their efforts to move towards having a zero-emissions Better Bus fleet in 2-3 years.

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An 11.2 kg snapper, measuring 87cms long, was caught off the rocks recently at Kaka Point, Kaiteriteri.

This ‘once in a lifetime Trophy catch’ was made by 14 year old Elias Gonzalez from Brooklyn, on Wednesday 7th December 6.30pm.

The national record for snapper is 14.75kg.

Two days before, Elias had just bought himself a new 10 foot

Surfcaster and new reel as his old rod had snapped in half.

On the Wednesday, earlier in the day, Elias went to Kaka Point to fish with his father, and was told that fish activity was really low. Returning with his uncle at high tide in the early evening, Elias cast off using a mackeral head.

I almost fell off the rocks myself…and he almost got away too.”

Elias says he was in awe of the size and colours of the fish. “I was extremely lucky,” Elias says, “A case of being in the right place at the right time.” The snapper has been gutted and is in the freezer.

”There wasn’t much action until about half an hour then my rod bent and I started hauling him in. I thought he was smaller. It was such a shock,

Elias says at first he had considered keeping the fish for taxidermy but has now decided to save it for his 12 family members for Christmas dinner.

The 87cm long snapper 14 year old Elias caught.

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Six years ago, she started the project to provide Christmas gifts for underprivileged children in the area.

the sacks often begins with the New Year sales. Tarmra starts filling up her office with gifts to be sorted later in the year, usually in August. “We first started making up about 30 Santa sacks. This has now increased to 180 plus.”

Her own childhood Christmas experiences were always really happy and positive and she continued this on with her own children, Amy and Tyler. Tarmra wants all kids to have that experience which is why she decided to start The Christmas Project.

Getting the Santa sacks filled is a family affair - Tarmra’s husband Ian, Amy, Tyler Tarmra’s eight year old granddaughter Lyla and step grandchildren all help. Firstly the gifts collected are distributed into brown paper supermarket bags, each bag is named, and 10 to 12 gifts are selected according to age and sometimes gender. Tarmra says she imagines what each child looks like while she’s choosing the gifts for the bags.

“No child should be left wondering why Santa didn’t come,” she says, “It means a lot to parents who can’t afford to buy gifts for their children.” And importantly, as Tarmra stresses there is no judgement.

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“Donations of fifty to a few hundred dollars have been made by

various Motueka businesses and we’re very grateful for their support.” Tarmra spends a lot of her own money also buying the bags, sacks, tape and wrapping paper.

Tarmra is an ambulance officer with St.Johns, now as a casual, and she is able to use their hall for the wrapping days.

“When the wrapping gets done it’s a real community event with about 16 people…the wrapping starts at 3pm and goes for 5 hours.

I provide pizzas and cold drinks,” Tarmra says, “I’m so grateful for their help…”

Then it’s time to for delivery which usually takes place up to 10 days before Christmas. With all the Santa sacks on the back of their ute, like Santa’s little helpers, Ian and Tarmra follow a map for delivering

the sacks to homes around Motueka and as far as Nelson, Stoke and Dovedale. It takes a couple of days to complete.

Parents can find out about The Christmas Project from Motueka Buy, Sell and Community Facebook page. Next year she intends to create The Christmas Project’s own Facebook page to make it easier. She expects the number of children needing Santa sacks will nearly double to 300350 children.

Sometimes parents will cry with gratitude.

It is very humbling…”

Tarmra can be contacted via Facebook or email tarmraheal@ yahoo.com

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“Lithium-ion batteries provide a large amount of power in a small package and are safe if used correctly.

But, like any product, can sometimes fail and overheat, catch fire or explode,” he says.

“It’s important to take care when using these batteries as they are a fire risk when not stored, charged, used or disposed of correctly.

Make sure you charge them on a hard, flat surface not under a pillow, on a bed or couch - they can overheat and cause a fire.”

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“This could be anything like a strange smell or a change in colour, too much heat, a change in shape, swelling, leaking, or odd noises,” says Adrian Nacey.

People also need to be careful when disposing of lithiumion batteries. Do not put them in the rubbish- contact your local council to find out where they can be recycled.

In Tasman District, batteries can be left for recycling at Resource Recovery Centres at Collingwood, Murchison, Richmond, Takaka and Motueka.

Also batteries for recycling can be left at Weka Peckers Recycling, Lower Moutere.

As always, make sure to have working smoke alarms installed and have a three-step escape plan that you have practiced with a first escape route, second escape route and safe meeting place.

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The weather Gods we’re smiling this year, and the annual Motueka A&P Show was a wonderfully pleasant day out for all. Having to share the day with a number of other local gatherings is always a challenge, but our food and beverage plus entertainment and amusement features were well attended. Francis Maxino, Lucy Summerfield, K.C., The Sound Prophets, Twisty Twinz, Motueka Brass Band, and The Warratahs kept all entertained, pony rides and Ferris Wheels were the icing on the cake. Equestrian events over two days filled out the show. Show organisers are looking forward to seeing you all again next year. Thanks to all who supported us at this years Motueka A&P Show, we hope you enjoy some of the moments which were captured there.

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Letters are left? This is supposed to be a happy festive time, can’t we at least make it look as though we are interested? Merry Christmas.

Colleen Lankshear Out Town Motueka comment Our Town Motueka posted the following news in November.

Firstly the bad news...... our new spectacular festive lights (generously sponsored by NBS) won’t be here until end of January due to supply and freighting issues. Totally out of our control. So we aim to have them installed ready for Matariki.

Dear Editor, Christmas Decorations C’mon Motueka Really! Is that all ‘the powers that be ’can conjure up as Christmas decorations. A few dull looking baubles (look like hand-me downs from somewhere else).

There are a few faded looking flags on some of the lamp posts, oh yeah how festive they look NOT. Surely even though the Tasman District Council has chopped down most of the trees in the main street.

Could we see some coloured lights on some of the ones that

The good news is..... we still have enough for 6 rows of the old lights to go over High Street. These remaining 6 rows have been tested and bulbs replaced today thanks to Motueka Hire Trailer supplied Lights tested Bulbs replaced Good humour supplied !

Thank you once again Motueka Hire for all your community involvement and support.

Dear Editor, I’ve written to the TDC and to NZTA about the new markings on SH60.

Haven’t heard from the TDC; NZTA gives me the standard answer “these are the new markings”.

To me it seems completely insane: is this just for motorbikes to overtake?! Especially the double dotted lines would be playing Russian roulette! Had they been double yellow and continuous, it would have been clear, but this seems utter madness to me.

Sincerely, Sue Boissevain TDC response Response from TDC is that it is the responsibility of NZTA and have provided a link to NZTA’s Facebook page which, with a video, reads – ‘Have you noticed

the new wide centrelines on the SH60 Ruby Bay Bypass in Tasman? They provide more separation between vehicles traveling in opposite directions, reducing the chance of death or serious injury from a crash by up to 35%.

Remember—they’re centrelines, not passing lanes. The normal rules for overtaking still apply!’

Dear Editor, On Monday I visited the Motueka BNZ to withdraw 3 $100 notes for grandchildren Christmas presents.

I have been a BNZ customer for over 50 years and am in my mid 80s. I was therefore unhappy to discover that while previously the bank’s opening hours were reduced to Monday, Wednesday and Friday, on the lead up to Christmas it now opens Tuesday and Thursday only. Never mind, the remaining trading bank in town will be open and I will be able to conduct my transaction there.

Upon entering the Motueka Westpac bank the sole teller was dealing with a very unsatisfied customer who it appeared had lost or mislaid his bank card and was upset that he had to pay a $10 fee for a replacement.

This transaction took a considerable time and was exacerbated when his wife joined him and also remonstrated over the fee.

Finally my turn came and when I presented my Eftpos card to the teller I was told that she was unable to conduct a BNZ withdrawal transaction through her terminal and that I would have to conduct my transaction at the street ATM about 2 metres away. Showing some incredulity at her request I could see that if I wanted my money I would need to comply.

With 6 new $50 notes I returned to the teller to exchange them for 3 $100 notes.

This she refused to do, I presumed because I was a rival

bank customer.

I then asked to see a supervisor and she scuttled away. Two minutes later a mature lady approached me asking if she could help.

When I explained my needs she said that such transactions were a sign of money laundering however she would sort it, which she did. Until then I had no idea that money laundering was such a problem in Motueka.

With the new reduced hours it appears likely that the Motueka BNZ is about to go the way of the late ANZ and close completely.

Such a large premise in a prime position will provide a much better return on shareholder funds if leased to another cafe, $2 or charity shop with a five or seven day operation.

Tim Rich Riwaka.

We see an insurance red flag when You were set up by your bank when you did your mortgage You haven’t had any advice You don’t know what insurance you have You haven’t reviewed your insurance in a while If you are seeing any of these red flags then it is time to review your cover!

Give us a call on 03 528 4184 or pop in and see us at 217 High Street, Motueka and lets start your advice journey

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Sharing Light and Love

Relax and spend some time in the outdoors, reconnecting yourself with nature.

Spend only what you can afford. Work out what you need to buy for Christmas and what bills you need to cover and set that money aside.

Discuss social and family arrangements in advance and stick to the agreed plans.

Make sure children get to spend quality time with both parents if there is shared custody.

Women’s Support Motueka is a non-profit organisation, supporting local women and their families to be safe, well, and empowered to meet their full potential.

With the holiday season approaching and the longing for sunnier days, it’s hard to believe that not so long ago life was so different. And while this season may bring relaxation and joy, it can also be a very difficult time for many, particularly those affected by family harm, grief or financial hardship.

The New Zealand

Police Annual Report 2021/2022 accounts that “the family harmrelated calls have risen considerably over the last five years and now make up a significant proportion of Police’s overall demand picture.” (p.7).

Women’s Support Motueka continues to support women and their families going through these chal-

lenges and more for over 35 years offering crisis intervention, support, counselling, advocacy and therapy.

Planning is the key to help make Christmas and the holidays easier, especially when there are different family groups involved or where parents of children are separated and there are access issues. Some of the

ways to do this are to: Think of the children’s wellbeing. Help them to grow up associating Christmas with memories of love and kindness.

Reflect on what Christmas means to you and stay connected to that instead of getting caught up on the hype of it all.

Be kind to yourself.

If you are finding the whole idea of Christmas too stressful, talk to a friend or someone else that you can trust.

Go easy on the alcohol. Keep hydrated by drinking equal amounts of water or non-alcoholic drinks.

Take timeout if an argument starts to brew. Take a deep breath, walk away and let everyone calm down and if necessary sober up.

If you have real con-

cerns for your safety or the safety of your children, please contact the police by calling 111.

For those of you in our community who have the means and the desire, Women’s Support Motueka would very much welcome your generosity.

We have clients who would greatly benefit from any gift/donations you are willing to contribute. Supermarket, petrol, pharmacy and Warehouse vouchers are particularly helpful.

If you wish to make a cash donation our bank account number is 03-0693-013253100 or through our website https://wsm.org. nz/support-us/. Please send us your contact details to admin@ wsm.org.nz so we can issue you with a taxdeductible receipt.

Women’s Support Motueka’s office in Community House will close 2pm Thursday, 23 December 2022 and reopens Wednesday, 4 January 2022.

We wish everyone in our community a

safe and happy holiday season ~ from the team at Women’s Support Motueka.

Women’s Support Motueka is a non-profit organisation, supporting local women and their families to be safe, well, and empowered to meet their full potential.

Specialising in helping those experiencing family harm, Women’s Support Motueka offers advocacy, counselling, crisis response and community engagement. We offer culturally appropriate services to women of all ethnicities, incomes, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities, ages, and abilities. Our services are free, non-judgemental, and confidential.

Women’s Support Motueka – supporting local women and their families since 1987.

For more information, please visit wsm.org.nz. Contact admin@wsm.org. nz, 03 528 8161, or visit us at Motueka Community House, Decks Reserve.

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Fighting obesity with locally grown hops harvest a valuable natural resource that can be used to tackle global obesity, one of our biggest health challenges of the next decade. Calocurb is proud to bring this natural, affordable, and effective solution to people across the world,” says Sarah.

A key component to fighting the global obesity epidemic has been found in Motueka hops.

An ingredient only found in Motueka hops has been hailed by scientists as a key component to fighting the global obesity epidemic, which is responsible for 2.8 million deaths per year.

The ongoing obesity epidemic has given rise to a multi-billiondollar global market for appetite suppressant pharmaceuticals.

Kiwi business Calocurb has an unprecedented opportunity to grow its position in this market with a natural extract called Amarasate™ that is unique to New Zealand, discovered and developed by scientists from government-owned Crown Research Institute Plant & Food Research.

Research was recently published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition proving the effectiveness of Amarasate, prompting Calocurb to begin a NZD$5 million capital raise with plans to grow revenue to more than NZD$100 million in the next five years.

An opportunity for New Zealand The burgeoning market for appetite suppressant pharmaceuticals is powered by the utilisation of GLP-1, put simply, a hormone that helps tell your brain you’re full.

Global pharmaceutical companies have invested mil-

lions developing synthetic injectable GLP-1 products that have become increasingly popular and effective at curbing appetites. The hype around GLP-1 is backed by a recent Morgan Stanley Research statement estimating the global obesity market could be worth more than USD$50 billion by the end of the decade.

In 2016, Plant & Food Research discovered a natural extract they called Amarasate™ as part of a NZD$20 million New Zealand Government-funded research programme.

Amarasate is a natural extract of a specific variety of hops bred for and only grown in New Zealand. Plant & Food Research exclusively license Amarasate to Calocurb. It has been clinically demonstrated to regulate eating behaviour by stimulating your body’s release of GLP-1 naturally.

Clinical trials showed that taking Amarasate before a meal can reduce hunger, the amount of food eaten and therefore reduce calorie intake.

people better manage their weight.

“The team at Plant & Food Research have dedicated the last 12 years to this research.

It has the potential to positively change health outcomes for millions of people across the world.”

Amarasate is a natural product that doesn’t require a medical prescription. It is taken orally via a Calocurb capsule, rather than injected like its synthetic counterparts.

Calocurb’s side effects are minimal, while GLP-1 injectables commonly cause nausea, diarrhoea, constipation, and vomiting.

On top of this, Calocurb is a fraction of the price at $59.99 per month, other solutions can cost more than 20x this amount.

Sarah says New Zealand has a unique opportunity to be a leader in the rapidly growing international market.

Sarah Kennedy, Calocurb CEO, says obesity epidemic is a complex issue that already costs New Zealand approximately NZD$2 billion in healthcare costs per year.

“The world’s largest pharmaceutical companies are backing GLP-1 drugs as a key solution to the obesity epidemic. While synthetics are being developed, no other natural product has shown the potency of GLP-1 stimulation generated by Amarasate.

“This is a growing problem. We need to be doing everything we can to find tools and solutions that can help

“The rapid growth of the appetite suppressant market is an incredible opportunity for New Zealand to

Capital raise and the largest NZ clinical research of its kind Millions of dollars have already been invested in the research and development of Amarasate, which has helped to clinically demonstrate taking Calocurb before a meal can reduce hunger, the amount of food eaten, and calorie intake.

When compared to international pharmaceutical counterparts, what’s currently missing is a clinical study proving that Calocurb helps users lose weight.

After the $5 million capital raise, Calocurb will organise what is anticipated to be the largest clinical weight loss trial of its kind in New Zealand.

Sarah says the trial will build on previous clinical research to give Calocurb what is required to make weight loss claims in all key markets across the world, including the United States.

“We’re planning a gold standard clinical research programme with more than 150 participants and a double-blind randomised trial. It will be ethics approved and will take at least 12 months including recruitment, trial, results analysis, and publication.

“It will give us what we need to solidify and grow Calocurb’s position in the United States, the largest anti-obesity market in the world which is currently growing at 51% per annum.

“This capital raise will propel Calocurb’s growth over the next two-year period as the appetite suppressant market is further established. We intend to be world leaders in this field,” says Sarah.

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Hello Motueka. Christmas is upon us and it is time to enjoy a great summer with family and friends. Bowater Toyota will be closed for the statutory holidays, but will be open between Christmas and the New Year. We would like to thank "all" of our customers that have come in to the branch and we look forward to the new year.

From all the team at Bowater Toyota Motueka, we wish you a happy holiday season. Cheers.

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Artisan Award medal haul for Pete’s Natural Motueka solar-powered soda company Pete’s Natural has reinforced Tasman Nelson as one of New Zealand’s top artisan regions by scooping four medals at the 2022 NZ Artisan Awards 2022.

The New Zealand Artisan Awards is an annual event that allows innovative New Zealand food and beverage producers an opportunity to showcase their premium products.

Pete’s Natural Kola and Raspberry Kola both took out Gold, plus Pete’s Lemon Manuka Switchel and Hemp Manuka Goodness, both from Pete’s no-added sugar range, winning Bronze.

good,” she says.

“We’re committed to doing things the right way and our focus on fresh Aotearoa grown fruit, straight from the grower instead of imported concentrates and environmentally friendly production and packaging means our products not only taste great but they reflect our values.”

Over the past 12 years Pete’s Natural has grown the family to 12 natural and tasty sodas, with now six of them winning awards. Pete’s Natural Lemonade and Feijoa Lemonade both won Bronze at the NZ Food Producers award in 2021 and 2022.

Marleen, aka “Mrs Pete” Suy says the awards are fabulous recognition for the Pete’s Natural sodas.

“We’ve proven once again that natural can taste

Marleen “Mrs Pete” with her products.

kerbside collections for Christmas and New Year

CLEAN PLASTIC CONTAINERS 1, 2 AND 5 ONLY

Christmas Day and new year’s day fall on a SUNDAY this year so there will be no changes to kerbside collections.

Resource Recovery Centre opening hours Motueka Resource Recovery Centre • Monday– Friday 8.00 am – 4.00 pm • Saturday 9.00 am – 4.00 pm • Sunday 11.00 am – 4.00 pm • Closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day

Summer collections in the Kaiteriteri area Until Sunday 19 February, rubbish will be collected daily and recycling will be collected weekly.

Tasman District Council | Motueka Office 7 Hickmott Place, Motueka | 03 528 2022 www.tasman.govt.nz

Please place your recycling bins and rubbish bags on the roadside in a location where our drivers can see them clearly. If you leave the area prior to collection day or have extra, you can drop your official rubbish bags and recycling at any Resource Recovery Centre free of charge.

Make sure you do not overfill your recycling bin or glass crate, or it will not be collected.

If you need a second crate for glass, you can buy one from a Council office or Resource Recovery Centre for $26. Because this is a busy time of year our contractor will have extra vehicles on the road and will be starting early.

Please remember to have your rubbish and recycling out by 7.00 am and please take care when passing our collection vehicles.

NO LIDS THANKS

CLEAN TINS / CANS

CLEAN PAPER AND CARDBOARD

WHAT CAN’T GO IN: Glass, liquids, batteries, rubbish, ceramics, crockery, porcelain, hot ashes, oven ware, food waste, polystyrene, plastic bags, bubble wrap, garden waste, electrical goods, engine oil bottles, automotive parts, disposable nappies, paint and chemicals, polystyrene meat trays and unwashed recycling.

PLEASE PUT ALL YOUR RUBBISH AND RECYCLING OUT BY 7.00 AM

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New Zealand’s tourism rebound continues impact on regional economies supporting employment by directly employing 8.4 percent (229,566 people) of the New Zealand workforce,” says Stuart.

“I’ve said many times that this summer is going to be a bumper one for our tourism sector with international arrivals spending big across the whole of New Zealand. Tourism electronic card transactions (TECT) in September 2022 has increased overall compared to pre-Covid September 2019 levels with the monthly domestic TECT spend up 24% compared with September 2019 and International TECT spend up 2% on the same period.

Local tourism companies such as Kahu Kayaks (pictured) are welcoming news of continued growth in international visitors.

Towns and cities up Wood announced on consistent with migra- news for the strength and down the country November, 15. tion patterns between of the New Zealand should be prepping for 2002 and the start of economy as the toura busy summer seaOverseas visitor the Covid-19 pandem- ism sector is such an son, as official numbers numbers for the month ic, where New Zealand important contributor. released this month of September showed had an annual net Before Covid-19, tourhighlight the contin- a significant uptick, loss of New Zealand ism was New Zealand’s ued growth in interna- while a decline in the citizens, and an annual largest export industry tional visitors, Tourism net migration loss net gain of non-New and delivered $40.9 and Immigration shows more people Zealand citizens. billion to the country.

Ministers Stuart are choosing to stay in Tourism also made Nash and Michael New Zealand. This is “This is positive a significant positive

“We are also seeing the economic benefits of our Australian neighbours enjoying all that New Zealand has to offer. Monthly TECT spend from Australian cardholders was at 96% of pre-Covid September 2019 levels.

“We mustn’t forget that our local tourists are still travelling domestically and sup-

porting our tourism sector.

Nationwide monthly domestic TECT spend in ‘cultural, recreation, and gambling services’ showed the greatest increase of all the tourism-characteristic products. It’s already up 30% compared to 2019.

“We supported the sector through the tough times with the $400m Tourism Recovery Package, the $200m Tourism Communities Plan, and the $54m Innovation Programme for Tourism Recovery.

Now it’s time to welcome our international visitors to our world class tourist destinations and look forward to a bright future for our tourism sector,” says Stuart.

age,” says Michael.

“Since the beginning of November, we have seen weekly arrivals of over 1,200 visa holders. Monthly arrivals have built, from 1000 in July to over 4000 in October.

“Our government recognises the crucial part working holiday visa holders’ play in the New Zealand economy.

We need their skills here to meet demand in industries like tourism, hospitality, agriculture, horticulture.

Immigration figures also highlighted that more visitors are choosing to come to New Zealand.

“To support kiwi businesses we have doubled the Working Holiday Scheme caps with a one-off increase to recognise the spots that were unused last year due to the border restrictions. Takeup for the new spots has been swift with many schemes filling up only hours after opening.

“Over 17,000 working holiday visitors have now arrived in country, out of the 36,000 approved since March, providing much need labour during a time of global short-

“The quick and positive response we are getting from visa holders and those who are applying for visas show that people want to come here,” says Michael.

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A frequency of collective connections

Throughout history people have gathered to share music and dance. Whether it be in celebration, to encourage rain or to tell a story, both melody and movement are synonymous with every culture on the planet.

In the days of old when festive events took place, the flow on effects for nearby townships were tremendous.

Those offering food or accommodation would thrive, local businesses would hum with trade, new relationships were forged and a sense of happiness and wellbeing would envelop all involved. If you have never experienced the sheer joy of dancing under the stars to your favourite music, you may well be missing out on one of the great pleasures of life. This New Year’s a dedicated crew of talented individuals will once again bring this most ancient of practices to Golden Bay.

The Twisted Frequency mission statement is a great way to understand what they are about:

waste, so have done their best to mitigate that particular challenge by taking the responsibility on themselves.

“To aid the growth of music and art across Aotearoa and the world. To bring happiness and connection to our wider international family and on our own shores.

To build a community that thrives in strength and creativity and trains its focus and the focus of the future generations that follow it on sustainable, safe, EPIC parties”

A comprehensive recycling service has been put in place for attendees and any non-recyclables are taken care of properly. Special attention is taken to remove every little piece of rubbish and leave the land exactly as they found it.

Over the last nine years Twisted Frequency has become a staple within the outdoor festival scene and is New Zealand’s fastest growing festival of its type. There’s a strong focus on underground, experimental electronica blended with a balanced and diverse mix of live music, performers and inspiring artwork. It’s well organised with meticulous attention to detail, from sound environmental practices to supporting festival goers mental health.

David Tait, one of the organisers explains more; “Golden Bay has been the destination for many incredible festivals and has obtained the title of being THE dance party mecca of Aotearoa.

Another unique aspect of this event that stands out are their hand built stages and infrastructure, With a hard line rule on keeping with the aesthetic of the natural surroundings, the Twisted build team steer clear of the usual run of the mill festival décor and produce new and interesting stages and sculptures with mainly natural material every year.

At the festival both mind and body are taken care of, there is a safe zone provided by Psy-Care, a Medical centre, Harm minimisation services (Know your stuff) and Consent Guardians (Nga Kaitiaki) all staffed by a crew professionals and volunteers to help with any issues.

Being able to host Twisted Frequency in this ridiculously beautiful and unique landscape is a blessing, and we want to carry the bright torch of dance parties here long into the future.”

These values of empathy and support reflect Twisted Frequency’s core festival ethos to help minimise any risk.

As well as having support on site, attendees are encouraged to educate themselves on harm reduction via a plethora of articles available on the festival’s website.

The Twisted crew have been working closely with local services to make sure their festival’s collective footprint is as small as possible. They understand that hosting thousands of people on a small piece of land can have a huge impact on the environment and generate a lot of

Twisted Frequency is happening at the Cobb Valley in Golden Bay from 30 Dec 2022 to 3 Jan 2023 bringing a colourful and joyous collection of both national and international visitors to our region. Check out their website for more information: twistedfrequency.nz

We want to keep this event in the Tasman region and we need your help!

We are looking for a new festival site to rent! We have outgrown the Cobb Valley and are looking for a new space to call home.

Do you know somone with a piece of land that might be suitable?

We are offering a $5000 finders fee to anyone who owns the right spot or puts us in touch with the right person with the right land that we successfully relocate our festival to.

Criteria: • Between 15-20 Hectares of flat land.

• Mostly native bush all around//plenty of trees and greenery.

• One large river/body of water next to the festival site • No/minimal neighbors nearby • No major highway/road immediately next to the land.

Please contact us if you have any leads: twistedfrequencyfestival@gmail.com

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5 YEARS ON 134 HIGH STREET, MOTUEKA PHONE 03 5289458

A taste of Northern Thailand on High Street Thitima, Monsek, Witsanu, Mallika, Nutapong, Nutcharin and Sittipong of Lanna Thai Cuisine

There’s a colourful restaurant on High Street, close to the Motueka Museum where you can experience and enjoy traditional Thai food for both lunch and dinner. Lanna Thai Cuisine will be celebrating their 5th year in business on Boxing Day, we stopped by to for find out more.

It’s a spacious restaurant with an extensive menu, stepping inside we take in the ambience. Detailed images of the impressive Wat Rong Khun, better known as the White Temple grace one of the expansive walls.

Chiang Rai in Thailand is not only where this Buddhist temple is located, it is also where Chef Witsanu comes from. On the other side of the restaurant we admire a set of glorious decorative pictures, which we are told are replicas of paintings from inside the iconic White Temple.

Vivid lanterns dangle from the ceiling in every imaginable colour, lighting up the interior as well as creating a sense of joy and harmony whilst gentle music plays delicately in the background, it’s a wonderful space with plenty of room to host both intimate tables of two and gatherings of friends and family.

Modern tables and chairs are decorated with suggestive table toppers, tempting diners with helpful options of both the chef’s special and recommended dishes. Vibrant menu’s list a wide array of options in the local licensed restaurant which also offers a variety of beverage options including local wines and beers, BYO is also an option.

“We want the people of Motueka to experience the traditional food of Northern Thailand. This is an opportunity to enjoy the good taste of food, and a good experience in a restaurant,” explains Malika.

Lanna Thai is named after the region Lanna region of North Thailand. The signature dishes of the Lanna region include Larb Kua (a tasty fragrant meat salad) and Gaeng Kare Hoy (a curry without coconut milk).

Recently they’ve added a Spicey Prawn Salad to their traditional menu and their current Chef’s Special is Slow Cooked Pork Hock with homemade Five Spice Gravy, we are told both of these dishes are very popular.

Proud to support Lana Thai Cuisine

027 959 8855 4/159 High Street, Motueka

To make a reservation ph 03 528 9458, find out more at www.lannathaimotueka.com and keep up to date with their latest offerings via social media www.facebook.com/lannathaicuisinemotueka

Mallika Wichaikul and Witsanu Kapkhing have created their dream restaurant and family business right here in Motueka. There are three chefs, including Witsanu, who has 20 years of experience to his credit and thoroughly enjoys cooking his national cuisine for hungry diners.

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Congratulations to you on your 5th milestone, every success and good wishes for the future

If you are looking for a taste of Thailand, do go and visit Lanna Thai Cuisine, you’ll find them open 7 days a week at 134 High St and they offer takeaways.

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Tuesday 3 Jan 2023 10am - 3pm Bay Pharmacy Motueka (03) 528 4196 125 High Street, Motueka Prescription email - meds@baypharmacy.co.nz

Greenwood Street Pharmacy (03) 528 0428 6 Greenwood Street, Motueka *Prescriptions can be obtained from Unichem Motueka

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HAPPY HOLIDAYS

You can access your prescriptions through Unichem Pharmacy Motueka during Public Holidays and weekends.

Phone (03) 528 9071 29 King Edward Street, Motueka Email: motueka@laserelectrical.co.nz

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MOTUEKA BIN BIN HIRE HIRE MOTUEKA

WHEELIIE BIN & SKIPS Ed, Maria, Andy, Manaia and John thank everyone for their patronage in 2022.

All the best for a great 2023.

BUSINESS AS USUAL THROUGH THE HOLIDAYS

Phone: 528 9346

Wishes you a safe & happy Christmas & New Year 23rd December close at 12pm Closed 24th to 27th December Open 28th to 30th December – 9.00am to 3pm Closed 31st December to 3rd January Open 4th to 6th January 9.00am to 3pm Closed 7th and 8th January Reopen on 9th January for normal trading hours.

397 HIGH ST, MOTUEKA PHONE 03 528 7433

We wish our clients and their families a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

Christmas & New Year Hours: 23rd Dec: 7:30am - 1pm 24th - 27th Dec: Closed 28 - 30th Dec: 7.30am - 5pm Saturday 31st Dec: 8am - 12pm 1st - 3rd Jan: Closed 4th - 6th Jan: 7.30am-5pm Saturday 7th: 8am - 1pm Regular hours from January 9th 2023 Monday - Friday: 7.30am - 5pm Saturday: 8am - 4pm Sunday: Closed Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the team at Motueka Hire.

The office will close midday 22nd December and reopen 9th January Ph: 03 528 9211 12 Wallace St Motueka info@sbcmot.co.nz www.smartbusinesscentre.co.nz

MERRY CHRISTMAS and best wishes for the coming year. I hope you are able to enjoy a safe and enjoyable summer break with family and friends. Thank you for your support during the year.

Maureen Pugh National List MP 0800 MAUREEN Funded by the Parliamentary Service. Authorised by M Pugh, Parliament Buildings, Wgtn.

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NBS Motueka Golf Club - Whitwells Open Our last big tournament of the year, The Whitwells Open, was held on Saturday 3rd December. After an inch of rain the day before, the course while a little damp under foot, was magnificent.

In the grades the Winners were;

Gross Winner Grant Thorn - 90

Mens A Grade

Nett Runner up Roger Harmon - 72

Nett Winner Jenny Van Heerden - 71

Gross Runner up Peter Johnson - 91

Gross Winner Shona Johnson - 99

Gross Winner Kevin Armstrong - 77

Mens D Grade

A great field of over 90 golfers thoroughly enjoyed the day.

Nett Runner up Ian Rowling - 73

Nett Winner Peter Taylor - 71

Gross Runner up Nathan Binns - 79

Gross Winner John Frater - 97

Mens B Grade

Nett Runner up Kevin Beach - 73

The major prizes went to; Overall Nett Sally Jones - 68 Overall Gross Jason Hylkema - 72 Nett Runner up Mike Hay - 69 Gross Runner up Craig Newman - 77 Pictured Winners Sally Jones and Jason Hylkema.

Nett Winner Mike Inwood - 71

Nett Winner Peter Cederman - 71 Gross Winner John Neal - 82

Ladies A Grade

Nett Runner up Elton Netto - 71

Nett Winner Tania Appleman - 70

Gross Runner up Stu Dixon - 85

Gross Winner Janis Webster - 87

Mens C Grade

Nett Runner up Jacquie Martin - 71

Nett Winner Mike Malone - 72

Taking On World Indoor Champs in Poland Thanks to some very generous support from local business ‘World Travellers Motueka’, local Joeline Jones is taking on the World at the Masters World Indoor Championships in Poland at the end of March 2023. ”I am really humbled by [World Travellers Motueka] generosity and am very excited for this amazing opportunity” says Joeline.

“At a local track meet at Saxton a few weeks ago I bet my previous personal best (PB) time for the 200m by .3 of a second to equal my childhood PB of 26.8sec. My first time going under 27sec as an adult.”

Motueka local Joeline Jones at the Nelson Sports Awards

More recent successes have been at New Zealand Masters Track & Field Championships in Wellington on 4th to 6th December where she earned five gold

medals (60m, 100m, 200m, 400m, pentathlon), two of which were New Zealand Championship Records (60m & pentathlon). The results meant Joeline could still retain her (self-proclaimed) title of New Zealand’s fastest 40+ year old female.

Joeline also beat the New Zealand 4x100m relay record for 35-39year olds set 35 years ago in 1987: “Teaming up with three North Island athletes we smashed the old record by 5.64seconds”, she says, explaining that in masters events you can run down an age group but not up, as the science of the bell curve assumes we get slower as we age.

After returning home from Wellington, Joeline was greeted with the news that she had won the

Gross Runner up Roger Hall - 98

Sport Tasman Masters Sportsperson/sports team of year category at the Nelson Sports awards: “After a week of rest, I am back into training, preparing to represent New Zealand on the world stage in just over 3 months.”

As there is not a proper indoor track in New Zealand, it will be a different training experience for Joeline: “The main differences are that indoor tracks are a 200m oval, with less lanes, and have banked turns.

They are bowl shaped rather than flat on the turns,” she explains, “My amazing coach Tony Aikenhead is already scheming ways we can train for this, such as some sessions at the Saxton velodrome as well as continuing my strength training thanks to the support of the Motueka Recreation Centre.”

Gross Runner up Carol Versfeld - 93

Ladies B Grade

Nett Runner up Shirleen Miller - 73 Gross Runner up Jan Overall - 100 The club is extremely grateful for the support that Whitwells gives us for not only this tournament but throughout the year.

In addition they sponsor a hole in one on No 17 and this was struck the week previously by a very happy Sue Park!

We are very fortunate to have a great team of sponsors who loyally support our club, Whitwells being a great example.

Motueka Bowling Club Christmas Tournament Results Results of the Motueka Bowling Club Christmas Tournament held last Sunday 18th December.

A good turnout of club members enjoyed an afternoon of social bowling followed by an excellent afternoon tea donated by members. 14 teams competed playing 2 short games of 8 ends.

Results: 1st - Pat Newport, Colin Fickling, 2 wins, 10 ends, 24 points.

2nd - Sam Woods, Graham Johnson, Yvonne Spencer with 2 wins, 9 ends, 16 points.

3rd - Peter Cromwell, Bunty Ryan, Barbara Howcroft with 11/2 wins, 9 ends, 16 points.

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Phone 03 528 2088 Email guardian.motueka@xtra.co.nz Death Notice

COMMUNITY NOTICES Community Notices are free to charitable trusts, gold coin entry where any monies gained go back into a community project. No AGMs, sports notices or church notices. We regret if your community notice ad has not made this week’s column, it is due to the popularity of this column and inclusion cannot be guaranteed for free ads.

DEADLINE: 12 NOON MONDAY. 30 WORDS OR LESS BY EMAIL ONLY guardian.motueka@xtra.co.nz AGE CONCERN TEA & TALK 24a Tudor Street The Shed- Every Wednesday 10 am More Info phone 027-9214074 ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS. Is alcohol causing problems for you in your life? Want to stop drinking but can’t? Maybe we can help. Support meetings every day. Call 0800aaworks 0800 229 6757 BLOOD CANCER SUPPORT GROUP meet monthly for more information phone Heather 027 444 4708 BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP, Cancer Society Nelson 102 Hardy Street, if you have or have had breast cancer come along to this friendly atmosphere. Register 539 1137 or info@cancernelson. org.nz COMMUNITY HARAKEKE WEAVING PROJECT by Motueka Art Council is on now at the Library daily till Christmas, everyone can contribute as we weave a tree of putiputi. Special sessions for beginners wanting to learn. Free event.

COMMUNITY HOUSE Beneficiaries and Unwaged Workers Trust (BUWT) is available to give free advice and support if you are having problems with WINZ, ACC or IRD at Motueka Community House on Thursday mornings GATEWAY TO YOUR WELLBEING The Shed is open Mon- Friday 10-2pm for anyone who needs support and meaningful activities during the day in a supportive and caring environment. Ph 0279214074 for more info or pop in 24a Tudor Street Motueka INDOOR BOWLS - Monday & Wednesday 1.15 - 3pm. All Welcome. Contact Jude 027 3244226 Motueka Seniors Hub 10 Pah St. JUSTICE OF THE PEACE SERVICES Free JP services, including copy certification and witnessing signatures, are available at Elevation Cafe, 218 High Street, every Saturday from 10am - 12 noon MANDALA ART THERAPY A journey to the spiritual self. Every Wednesday, 4pm - 6pm, at Community House. Bring your drawing supplies. $4 Koha for the room - Maddy 0273366300 MOTUEKA ELYSIUM FOR WIDOWS & WIDOWERS meets Monday 9.30am at Muses Café High Street for coffee & chat, friendship & support. Ph Noela 5288374 or Carol 5285027 MOTUEKA MENZSHED Wish everyone a happy and safe Christmas holiday season. We’ll see you next year. Email SecretaryMotMenzShed@gmail.com or just turn up at MenzShed, Marchwood Park, Wednesdays or Thursdays 9-12pm MOTUEKA NEWCOMERS New to Motueka? We’re a social group, mostly retired (50+) who meet regularly and welcome newcomers. For further information about regular meet ups and social get togethers, phone Jana 528 4355 MOTUEKA G.R.G. Support group welcomes grandparents/kin raising/supporting grandchildren.

2nd and 4th Thursday every month 1-3pm. St Andrews

lounge. 64 High Street. Join us for a confidential, relaxed and supportive time with others. Phone 021 133 7299 MOTUEKA DISTRICT BRASS A small band will be on a truck in a street near you playing Christmas music.

Email:motueka.brass@gm ail.com or phone 02102233244 MOTUEKA DISTRICT TOY LIBRARY Motueka District Toy Library on 44 Pah st. Open 10am 11:30am Tuesday and Thursday, and Saturday 10am - 12pm. Annual membership $30. Hundreds of toys for all ages MOTUEKA COASTAL BUS service operates Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays, leaves Motueka i-SITE at 9.30am to Tasman & Mapua, then Richmond CBD & the Aquatic Centre, returns 1pm. Return fare Motueka to Richmond CBD $10. Pre-booking essential via Motueka i-SITE 03 528 6543 MOTUEKA SENIORNET have one on one help sessions with any iOS, Android and Windows devices every Thursday 10-12. Join Seniornet Motueka. Phone Kay on 0211095902 or go to www.seniornetmotueka. org.nz MOTUEKA TRAMPING CLUB Daywalk at Waitui this Sunday 13th November. Members see your trip list for contact details. Not a member? https://www. motuekatrampingclub.org/ for details on how to join.

MOTUEKA 50+ WALKING GROUP Walks every Thursday. For information contact our Secretary at secretary50pluswalkers@gmail.com, 0212640403 and check our website www.motueka50pluswalkers. org.nz NEED A LIFT? Mapua Willing Wheels Volunteer Drivers Service, affordable transport around Mapua, Motueka, Richmond, Nelson (no airport runs). Contact 022 6822 373 to book a ride / mapuawheels@gmail. com, 24hrs notice required.

NELSON ASTHMA SOCIETY Better Breathers Class Motueka is back on! Breathe better, have fun and be more active! Held at the Brass Band Hall, 40 Old Warf Road, Mondays at 11:30am - 12:30pm. $5 per class.

Contact Jess at the Nelson Asthma Society 03 544 1562 or email asthma.nelson@xtra.co.nz NELSON TASMAN REGION HOSPICE Tree of rememberance outside Westpac Bank Friday 16th December 10am-4pm. Outside House Of Travel 19th, 20th, 21st & 22nd 10am-2pm. Phone Jan 5286732 NELSON RAILWAY Railcar will be running Sat 17th & Sun 18th on demand from 11am, weather permitting.

Check our fb & website for school holiday timetable.

NVC PRACTICE GROUPS (2) starting in Motueka Thursday October 2022 – 1pm contact Vikki Lee at vikkijlee@gmail.com and 7pm contact Margaret McCallum at margaret@margaretmccallum.com.

Koha for use of space PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP meet 1st Thursday of month Broadgreen House 276 Nayland

Road 1.30 to 3.30pm contact Bill phone 544 8635 or 539 1137 REBUS MOTUEKA No meeting month because of the Friday Christmas lunch. Next meeting will be Friday 17th Febuary 2023 RADIO CONTROL SAILING at Best Island on Wednesdays and Sundays, weather permitting, usually 1pm onwards. IOMs and Dragon Force etc.

New Members welcome. Contact Peter 0275443923 for further information and times.

RED CROSS SHOP MOTUEKA Community House, Decks reserve. We sell clean clothing and household linen. Open 10-2pm Mon-Fri. All welcome. Donations much appreciated. CLOSED from December 20th untill 9th January RUMMIKUB Thursdays 1 - 4pm friendly group includes refreshments. 10 Pah St, Motueka Over 50s Social Hub. Chris 021 2514359 RUM MORRIS DANCERS. Light hearted musicians and dancers. 7pm Tuesday at the Lower Moutere Scout Den. Embrace your inner unicorn with these delightful people. rummorris@gmail.com.

SENIORNET MOTUEKA Wish everyone a happy and safe Christmas and New Year holiday To join Seniornet, Phone Kay on 0211095902 or go to www. seniornetmotueka.org.nz SUSTAINING TENANCIES Having trouble with your Tenancy? Need help working things through with your landlord or tenant? Gateway Housing Trust, Contact us today. Housing@GHT.CO.NZ, ph:03-5457100 SURVIVORS AND THRIVERS - If you have or have had cancer, supporting someone with cancer come and meet others in this friendly atmosphere Register info@cancernelson.org.nz or phone 539 1137 for details.

TASMAN WRITERS 24th November, 5pm - 6.30.

Rebekah Ballagh, author/illustrator presents a free demo/training session on how to use Instagram to engage with readers. New members welcome. Ali 03 5268786 THE DOCTORS MOTUEKA WALKING GROUP Meeting on Thursdays at 9AM by the Janie Seddon Shipwreck carpark. Walking for 30 min, suitable for all fitness levels. Make your daily walk more fun and meet new people! Phone: 03 528 8358 This month it will be an informal social get together.

TOASTMASTERS MOTUEKA Resuming 1st Febuary 2023. Toastmasters Motueka meet 1st and 3rd Wednesday each month, St John’s rooms, Jack Inglis Hospital, Courtney St, Motueka. 6.45pm start. Gain speaking confidence, friendly environment. More info, Ph Sierra 027 844 4765 or Peter 027 746 8311 WALK 4 HEALTH Every wednesday 10am, at Mot Community Garden, 30 min walk at your own pace, for any age, any fitness and size. Contact 027 930 5310 or welontrack@gmail.com

Funerals

Flexible Funeral Plans Available 03 929 5145

Death Notice ELLIS ERIC EDGAR Peacefully on December 14th 2022 aged 92 years. Valued friend of Margaret, Stephanie, Bevan, Megan & their families.

Rest easy Eric.

Death Notice STEBBINGS ROBERT MILSON Unexpectedly but peacefully as a result of an accident on Thursday 8 December, 2022; aged 77 years.

Dearly loved husband of Robyn for 59 years.

Much loved father, grandfather, father-inlaw and brother-in-law.

The Commodore of our fleet - greatly loved and will be dearly missed by all his family and friends.

In accordance with Robert's wishes a private family service has been held followed by interment at Riwaka Cemetery.

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ELLIS ERIC EDGAR Peacefully on Wednesday 14 December 2022, aged 92 years. Loved husband of the late Elena. Love Dad of Craig, Lorraine, Jason, and Troy. Loved Granddad of his 6 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

Special thanks to all the staff at Jack Inglis and Nelson Hospital for their care of Eric.

A service to celebrate Eric's life will be held at the Golden Bay Motueka Funeral Centre, 8 Inglis Street, Motueka on Friday 23 December 2022 at 11.00am to be followed by his interment at Motueka Cemetery

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DIAMOND WEDDING 22ND DECEMBER 1962 - 2022 GOODALL - SARA Congratulations and love to Lloyd and Jennifer from Sharyn and Norman; Denise and Paul; and Grandchildren Laura, Oliver, William, and Dylan.

$$$ for your antique furniture, paintings, china, clocks and jewellery.

Plus quality restoration & reproduction service.

Call at Mariri Gallery, Coastal Highway, Mariri, (weekdays 9am - 4pm).

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Phone 03 528 2088 Email guardian.motueka@xtra.co.nz Arborist ALL TREE CARE Pruning, Trimming, Removal, Chipping, Hedge trimming.

Professional insured Arborists. Ph: Al 0277 808 344 or 027 494 8028

Dentures NEW DENTURES, relines, repairs. Phone Daniela at Bays Dentures 546 4455.

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AGM Riwaka Hunting & Fishing Club 22nd January 2023 6pm Riwaka Rugby Club

Wanted to Buy CASH PAID FOR 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 T&B VINTAGE 0800653935 OR 5485235

Storage HANDYMAN Storage.

Motueka's newest most secure storage unit.

Security cameras.

Insurance approved. 26 Huffam St, Motueka. Ph 0274 344 254. Courtesy trailer available.

STORAGE SYSTEMS Motueka. Secure self storage available from $6 a week. Ph 528 4060.

TASMAN Storage units available from $6.20pw.

Clean, dry, secure units.

Insurance approved. 24/7 access. Ph 528 0071.

Found WE OFFER FREE found listings. Phone us with the details.

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Fri 11.50am (2D) & 7.30pm (3D) Sat 11.50am (2D) & 3.20pm (3D) Mon 1.20pm (2D) & 9.10pm (3D) Tue 11.50am (2D) & 5.25pm (3D) Wed 1.35pm (2D) & 9.15pm (3D) THE SANCTITY OF SPACE 1hr45min (M) Fri 5.30pm (LAST SCREENING)

(The Birth of Christ)

POKER FACE 1hr30min (R13) Thur 6.40pm (LAST SCREENING) I WANNA DANCE WITH SOMEBODY 2hr30min Mon 6.40pm Tue 8.45pm Wed 4.55pm THE LOST KING 1hr50min (M) Mon 4.45pm Tue 3.20pm Wed 7.25pm SERIOUSLY RED 1hr45min (M) Fri 3.30pm (LAST SCREENING) STRANGE WORLD 1hr45min (PG) Thur 10.00am Fri 10.00am Sat 10.00am Mon 11.35am Wed 10.00am

10am Sunday Victory Church

AVAILABLE FOR Good Back, and Health. Dr Michael 021 080 9216 SELLING DECEMBER 2022 MOTUEKA Bicycles: Original specialised 'Rock Hopper'; and Antique Hiawatha Dehumidifier: Like new, top quality Filing Cabinets: Three Shelf; and a Two Drawer styles Kauri Table: 2.0x1.1 mtr, oval TwinTub Laundry Washer Bean Bag Deluxe: Quite large Oxygen Concerntrator Metal Shed: 1.8x1.4 mtr Library: 400 books, Special Lawn Mower: Push type, retro wood handles, cast iron wheels, works Michael Dawson 0210 809 7216

Thu 22nd Dec - Wed 28th Dec 2022

AVATAR: THE WAY OF THE WATER 3hr15min (M) Thur 11.15am (3D) & 3.15pm (2D) &

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Riwaka Market Day

PUSS IN BOOTS 1hr45min (PG) Mon 9.50am Tue 10.00am Wed 11.45am

FREE, FUN-FILLED FAIR JANUARY 2ND 2023 • 9AM - 3PM

Rec Centre, Old Wharf Road statecinemamotueka.co.nz

Stalls include Food, Arts & Crafts, Clothes Kids’ Pottery Lucky Dip • Clay Play A great day out at picturesque Riwaka Domain Cnr Highway 60 and School Roads

Organised annually by the Motueka Pottery Workshop Opportunity to buy pottery firsts & seconds!

Grateful thanks to

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LIST your AGM notice in The Guardian Classifieds. Ph (03) 528 2088, fax (03) 528 2089, email: guardian. motueka@xtra.co.nz or call in and see us at 19 Wallace Street, Motueka.

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Special project likely based around maths and science. Contact principal@ mahana.school. nz for details.

Situations Vacant

A big thanks to the local businesses that have generously donated food to FoodShare Motueka.

• Big Score Bakery • Countdown Motueka • Hickmott Orchards • Inglis Packers Ltd • New World Motueka • Talleys Motueka • The Warehouse Motueka • Thomas Bros Orchards VEHICLE FOR SALE? If you have a vehicle you don’t need anymore, sell it in The Guardian classifieds.

NEED STAFF? Advertise with us in the classifieds. Phone (03) 528 2088.

LOOKING for that special someone? Place an ad in The Guardian Newspapers personals section.

SELLING your property? List it in The Guardian Newspaper Classifieds for results.

Truck Driver Wanted

The successful applicant will have: • • • • Enquiries to Moanaaccounts@xtra.co.nz Oliver 027 4401212

Moana Orchard is looking for enthusiastic people to join our team for the upcoming Apple harvest season. With seasonal work available from the middle of February through to May/June.

We have positions available for Orchard work: • Tractor drivers • Bin shifter drivers • Orchard QC • Apple pickers And packing shed positions: • Grading • Tray filling Also: • Truck Driver If you would like to apply for any of these positions or to find out more information, please email moanaaccounts@xtra.co.nz or text 0274401212.

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The incredible crew at Talley’s who donated the prize they received for their winning float at this years NBS Motueka Starlight Parade. Talley’s matched the winnings and as a result Christmas presents have been brought at our local Paper Plus and donated to charity.

The Tree of Remembrance occurs every December and is a longstanding holiday campaign for Nelson Tasman Hospice to bring awareness and much needed funds for our end of life services and support programming.

Helen Girvin (right) and Irene Bisley generously gave up their time to support Nelson Tasman Hospice, here they are outside Westpac Bank in High Street last Friday.

You can remember your loved ones through the Tree of Remembrance which will in High Street by NBS until Thursday.

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