The Guardian - 22 May 2024

Huge funding boost for swimming pool

The Motueka pool project has been given an “enormous boost” with a donation of more than $400,000 from the Ngawhatu pool committee.

Motueka community swimming pool committee chairperson Fred Hickling says he was “blown away” by the size of the donation and gives the Ngawhatu Pool Users Inc sincere thanks for their generosity.

He credits the Tasman District Council’s recent purchase of land on King Edward Street as a strong indicator to the Nelson-based group that the long-awaited Motueka pool project was a secure place for their funds.

“That was a good solid anchor in the ground for them to look at.”

The Ngawhatu pool was originally part of the Ngawhatu Psychiatric Hospital, and when the hospital was closed in 1998, a “small but very determined” committee

of volunteers came together to keep the swimming pool running, says treasurer and stalwart Jos Pattison.

The therapeutic pool was re-

opened in 2002, and was utilised for 600 user hours a week across more than 30 groups, such as Arthritis New Zealand and the Nelson MS Society, for its ther-

apeutic properties. The pool was run entirely by volunteers, who worked on a roster system. Although the committee fought exhaustively for the cause,

increasing operational costs and complications meant that the pool was eventually closed

ELISE VOLLWEILER

The Ngawhatu pool committee met with the Motueka pool committee and other interested parties at the proposed site of Motueka’s future aquatic centre on Saturday, to celebrate the significant boost to the latter’s coffers. Photo: Elise Vollweiler.

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Huge funding boost for swimming pool

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in 2015, which was “the hardest decision we’ve ever made”, says chairperson Sarah Kennedy.

The next step was to decide what to do with their operational funds, which, after several years sitting untouched and accruing interest in a bank account, had grown to almost $403,000.

They met with Motueka pool committee chairperson Fred Hickling last October, and eventually the Ngawhatu Pool Users Inc voted that gifting the money to advance the neighbouring committee’s 25-year mission to establish an indoor community pool was the best way to “pass the torch”.

“We’re really happy that the spirit of the Ngawhatu pool, when it was set up 20 years ago, is being honoured,” says Sarah.

The Ngawhatu committee met formally for the final time last week, to sign over the contents of their trust account. The Motueka aquatic centre received widespread support in the Tasman District Council’s draft ten-

year plan, with 85 per cent of submissions in support of the pool and about a quarter of submissions being made for this project specifically.

It is forecast to cost $20m, about a quarter of which is earmarked to come from community-raised funds.

The Ngawhatu donation is included in this category, and Fred says it is “an enormous boost to our fundraising”.

The Motueka committee has already fundraised $252,000, as well as further funds held separately by the Lions, Lionesses and Rotary, and local business in-kind pledges.

The interested parties met at the King Edward Street site on Saturday to hand over the ceremonial cheque, and Tasman ward councillor Brent Maru said that, with the land purchase, the community support expressed for the project within the 10-year plan, and the fact that the plan was still in draft form and just weeks away from being formalised, the timing was very fortunate.

“It’s phenomenal. The timing is amazing – thank you,” he told the Ngawhatu representatives.

Cora Grooby celebrates her run at the Riwaka cross country last week. Riwaka School zoomed around the paths of the Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike last week, for their whole-school cross-country. The students were treated to a sunny day and many celebrated crossing the finish line with a little leap or extra flair. Photo: Robyn Jane.

Skate park cancelled as Government funds redirected

MAX FRETHEY Local Democracy Reporter

Work to progress a Tākaka skate park has been cancelled as Government funding to Tasman District Council has been redirected.

A council officer said the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) issued a directive to reallocate the funds, but a spokesperson for the agency countered, saying that any reallocation of funds would only occur by mutual agreement. Better Off funding had provided $50,000 for the skate and skills park’s feasibility study, community engagement, and design. The funds were distributed by the previous Labour government for community investment in recognition of the significant transfer of water infrastructure ahead of the Three Waters reform that was later scrapped before it could eventuate.

A spokesperson for the DIA said in a statement that any redirection of funds was done by mutual agreement.

Tākaka’s ambitions to follow in Motueka’s footsteps to get a new skate park have stalled for now.

Photo: Chris Symes/Shuttersport.

“Earlier this year the Government reviewed all funding under the previous Government’s Three Waters programme and considered opportunities to retain existing funding arrangements to support Local Water Done Well. Cabinet subsequently directed the Department to work in partnership with councils to identify, by mutual agreement, if any opportunities

exist for councils to redirect unspent Better Off funding to increase investment in water infrastructure or to help establish new water services delivery organisations.” But on Thursday, Richard Kirby, group manager community infrastructure, said the council had received a directive from the DIA to reallocate any uncommitted Better Off funding into water projects.

Most of the funds are now slated for developing water service delivery plans that the council anticipates new legislation will require of it in the coming year.

“I made a call on the funding,” Richard says. “So, basically the money for that bike park in Tākaka from Better Off Funding is gone, so if we want to go ahead with it, council is going to have to fund it some other way.”

Youths arrested after teen assaulted

Two youths were arrested, and police are making further enquiries after a teenager was assaulted by a group in Motueka last Thursday afternoon.

Area response manager, senior sergeant Martin Tunley, states that police have reviewed a video of the incident and are “extremely concerned” by the violence involved.

“It has no place in our community,” he says.

“We want to thank the adults who stepped in to protect the victim while trying to de-escalate the situation.”

Nobody was seriously hurt, and police are supporting the victim and their family.

“I can reassure the public that we take this offending seriously, two offenders were quickly identified,” Martin says.

“Enquiries into the matter are ongoing, and others involved will be dealt with appropriately.”

Heartfelt inspiration from young Australian sports star

ELISE VOLLWEILER

Parklands School was treated to an inspirational talk from an impressive young sportswoman earlier this month.

Kennedy Cherrington, 25, is an Australian rugby league and union player, who is a prop for the Parramatta Eels in the NRL Women’s Premiership as well as a Jillaroo. Her team won a gold medal at the 2017 Youth Commonwealth Games in the Bahamas. She was also a medallist at the 2018 Oceania Games in Fiji and the 2019 Pacific Games in Samoa.

Parklands School student Tia Herewini has played rugby for Huia for four years, and she was thrilled to have her rugby boots signed by Kennedy when she visited the school and spoke to the students about her journey.

The 12-year-old winger says that Kennedy’s message to “be better than yesterday” was one that she took away with her. She was also inspired by Kennedy’s journey

Parklands School was enthralled by Kennedy Cherrington’s message during her visit to the school this month. Photo: Supplied.

as a “heart kid”, hearing how the woman had undergone two years of repeated surgeries from when she was eight years old.

Kennedy has family in New Zealand and whakapapas to Ngapuhi, Ngati Hine, Tuwharetoa and Ngāti Ruapani ki Waikaremoana.

She says that the visit to Parklands was very special, and that although she has spoken to hundreds of schools in Australia, this

was her first in Aotearoa. “They were so engaged, and I got very emotional when they welcomed me with haka and waiata.”

Staying warm on a winter budget

Autumn’s here. We’re definitely feeling some cooler days, and power bills will rise.

If you’re on a benefit, including superannuation, you’ll be receiving a ‘winter energy payment’ between May and September, but what can you do to help yourself?

You can check you’re on the best electricity plan by contacting your provider, or check the Powerswitch app. Use free energy from the sun when possible, by drying laundry outside on a washing line or clothes airer. Water heating costs more in cold weather, so keep showers short and check the flow rate. If water from your shower fills a bucket in less than a minute

you could save up to $150 per year by installing a more efficient showerhead - they’re not expensive.

Insulation keeps the warmth your heating system creates, inside. Warmer Kiwi Homes subsidises insulation if you own and live in your home and have a low income. Check if you’re eligible and apply online. For renters, the Healthy Home standards cover this.

Thick curtains touching the floor will stop heat escaping through windows. DIY double glazing with plastic sheets or bubble wrap works for very cold rooms, and use old-fashioned ‘snakes’ - a tube of fabric stuffed with batting - to stop draughts

under doors. You can source curtains at Op Shops, as well as blankets and duvets to keep you warm at night. Did you know that a warm underblanket or mattress-cover keeps you cosy? Heating can be electric or an approved woodburner. If you have a woodburner, check that it has a Council permit and make sure you’re burning dry wood. Even in winter, you need good ventilation to air the house and remove moisture from cooking, showering and laundry. Open windows on fine days and close them as the day cools, because dry air is easier to heat than damp air. A dehumidifier may help, and is cheaper to run than extra heating.

Remember, there is help available. Te Whatu Ora’s Healthy Homes programme provides grants for insulation and heating for home owners and landlords. Their website has more helpful tips for staying warm and keeping down your costs.

Useful links www.nmdhb.govt.nz/ public-health-service/ health-and-wellbeing-initiatives/healthy-homes www.eeca.govt.nz/co-fundingand-support/products/warmer-kiwi-homes-programme www.powerswitch.org.nz www.consumer.org.nz/topics/ winter-heating-guide CAB volunteers are ready to

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Paying it forward to heat homes

ANNE HARDIE

More people are turning off the heating in their homes as the cost-of-living bites deeper and the Fifeshire Foundation is looking for more superannuants who do not need their winter energy payment to pay it forward and help keep families warm.

Last year, the foundation ran a winter grants programme based on superannuants donating their government winter energy payment and it became part of a fund of nearly $10,000. That helped 161 families warm their homes by either covering some of their power costs or receiving one of the 73 loads of firewood delivered around Nelson and Tasman.

This year, the foundation’s executive officer Shanine Hermsen says it is tougher for more families and nominations for the winter grants have been flooding in since the opening date at the beginning of May.

“In the past, we used to help with the ‘nice to haves’, but over the years that has changed to a lot more challenging needs. We’re seeing families with two incomes who can’t make ends meet and this helps them stay warm through winter.

“We’ve got stories of people who literally can’t put the heating on in winter because they can’t afford it, so they just stay cold and get the blankets out.”

For some, she says the rent leaves little left over for expenses each week, let alone heating.

Some applications are for single mothers with young children, of-

ten with respiratory problems in a cold house.

Others are pensioners – one with a heat pump that no longer works and another looking after adult children who have challenges and no money left over for heating.

Shanine says unheated houses are cold and damp, which leads to more problems.

Nominations for the winter grants are submitted from various agencies rather than families making an application and then those nominations go through an approval process with the foundation trustees.

Shanine says it enables the foundation to support families who may not apply for help them-

selves. Successful nominations can receive up to $500 for power or a load of firewood delivered, depending on the size of the family.

“It’s been a really amazing way to help families that need help without putting up barriers.”

She says superannuants can choose not to receive their winter energy payment if they do not need it, but she urges them to pay it forward instead.

“We always say pay it forward to us and keep it local.”

Shanine says anyone can make a donation to the foundation for the winter grants – or any of its grants.

“Any donations – whatever people can afford – makes a big difference.”

The foundation has also received a boost of $5,000 this year from forestry company OneFortyOne’s own community grants programme and, last week, the winter grants’ programme got another $2,000 boost from Whakatū Rotary Club of Nelson. Anglican Care has also partnered with the foundation by supporting the programme with funding for nominations received from people in the community over the age of 60.

Nigel Brabyn from OneFortyOne (left), Fifeshire Foundation’s Shanine Hermsen and Laurie Gabites from the Nelson Anglican Diocese are working on heating more homes this winter. Photo: Anne Hardie.

Georgie’s lasting legacy for hospice

SARA HOLLYMAN

Georgia Ferris lived her life “full send”, with no time for doing things half-assed, according to her twin sister Liv. She made the most of the life she’d been given, although it was fleeting.

Georgia, Georgie, Gee, is described as F***n insane, stubborn, headstrong and charitable, by Liv and their mum Robyn. But above all, she was determined. Georgie passed away in November at age 27 after a long and public battle with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and, even though she is no longer here, she continues to make a huge impact.

While Nelson Tasman Hospice was involved with assisting Georgie for the better part of three years, her final months were spent at Stoke’s hospice facility, a place that Robyn says gave herself and Liv a second family.

“We embraced hospice because the minute you walk through the door you are greeted with love and you’re coming home to a really special part of your family,” Robyn says. “And you know that when you walk through those doors, everything’s going to be okay.”

Gee’s deteriorating health came with many sleepless nights, but rather than dwell and feel sorry for herself, she turned to colouring and then drawing, eventually penning intricate mandalas and works of art herself by hand. She began drawing pieces for others to frame and then someone suggested she turn them into a colouring book to sell, so that’s what she did. Robyn says the book is a testament to Georgia’s giving side, as she decided to gift it to Nelson Tasman Hospice in

perpetuity for them to continue selling as a fundraiser.

“I think that’s what people will remember about Georgia, is how much she wanted to make other people smile, or just to ease some of the pain.” “And it’s a giggle,”

Liv adds of the adults-only book.

“If you know Gee you know that everything’s all roses, and it’s all pretty on the outside and there’s a subtle ‘f**k’ in there.”

“There’s definitely two levels to this book,” Robyn says. “There are people who need some time out, and to be able to remove themselves from a situation.

Then there’s the fundraising side of it, and knowing that it’s come from someone who has has been through the hospital system and understands.”

Gee’s room at hospice was a place she had full permission to make her own, masking the walls with fairy lights and photos, and even bringing in a mini fridge.

“I had to get a bigger car because we were doing two or three loads backwards and forwards to get her stuff to hospice,” Robyn laughs. Liv says, after their time there Gee may be responsible for a huge number of people having “very unhealthy addictions” to Peter Alexander pyjamas. Because she couldn’t go out shopping and was in bed a lot of the time, it was a way she could look and feel better.

“Look good, feel better. That whole saying goes for so many things,” Robyn says. “Whether you’re ill or you’re really struggling mentally or physically, you look good, you feel better. And for her, it was her Peter Alexander pyjamas.”

Gee, always wanting to do “little extra things” for the hospice and staff that gave so much to her, took it upon herself to organise a PJ day for the entire hospice,

including a three-judge panel –herself, Robyn and Liv – although Gee had final say, awarding prizes for the best set of pjs.

“When you have the CEO of hospice turn up in his pyjamas, and the charge nurse in her pyjamas you know that they really kind of loved her,” Robyn says.

Hospice clinical services manager & clinical psychologist, Dr Lea Galvin, says hospice worked with Gee and her family/friends for a significant period of time to support Gee to “live well”. She says living well with a life-limiting illness involves many different specialists to ensure that the

person and their whānau are able to meet their goals. “Goals can be as diverse as managing pain, travelling to a bucket list destination, buying the perfect Peter Alexander PJs, and, in Gee’s case, living every second with dignity, compassion for others and having a good laugh along the way. Supporting patients and whānau can be hard, we care deeply about the people who need us and Gee and her family were no exception.

“While Gee is no longer physically with us, she has contributed to how we at NTH understand life and death and she and her family will forever be a part of us.”

Robyn and Liv hope that people will get out and get themselves or their loved one a copy of Gee’s book, which they have oficially launched as part of May’s Hands up for Hospice campaign.

“We just want people to buy it and enjoy that legacy that she’s left behind. We want people to be able to support hospice in Georgia’s name,” Robyn says. “Everybody wanted to see her live her lifetime in the time that she had left, and she did, she lived a lifetime in 27 years, and this is a way she can keep giving back.”

To order a copy visit hospice reception on Suffolk Rd or email ana.fierek@nelsonhospice.org.nz

‘With brave wings she flies.’

Georgia Ferris worked her way through a ‘f**k it list’ of things she wanted to do before she died. Inset: the book Gee has donated to hospice. Photos: Supplied.

Before Georgie Ferris passed away last year, she organised a pyjama day at Nelson Tasman Hospice, inspired by her love of Peter Alexander PJs. She has left a lasting legacy for hospice in the form of a hand-drawn colouring book. Photos: Supplied.

Climate action festival well grounded

Whether it is getting your hands into soil or a bike-to-work breakfast, the Nelson-Tasman Climate Action Festival has more than 30 events focusing on a ‘grounded community’. It is the theme for the climate change action festival which takes place from 24 May to 2 June around Nelson and Tasman and includes hands-on workshops, webinars and even a birthday celebration for a three-year-old microforest.

Volunteer and project coordinator, Christina Simkanin, says the aim of the festival is to offer events to suit everyone in the community. The focus is on connections and being “grounded” to earth and nature, while reducing our impact on the climate at a local level.

“It’s meant to be easy and doing practical things like how to enhance your own garden and reduce your food waste. So much about climate change is doom and gloom, so the festival is meant to be empowering.

“We want to keep this festival as accessible as possible to people, so most events are free or low cost. It’s a real partnership with the community with many events run by other community organisations.”

Among the week-long festival is a beginners’ bike repair workshop for beginners, composting workshops and caring for your soil, common edible weeds and seed saving for local food resilience.

Webinars include talking with an architect about climate-friendly projects, budget-friendly energy tips and the impact of urban form on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Or there’s the opportunity to sit back and watch a movie, with the focus on climate.

Celebrating the third birthday of the tiny microforest on the Enner Glynn hills is one of the festival’s events as Christina says the three years of management is now complete and the forest will be left alone to grow by itself. It is just 100 square metres, but a tiny self-contained eco-world that encourages biodiversity, drawing CO2 from the atmosphere and storing carbon.

All the events during the festival are listed at www.nelsontasmanclimateforum.nz/2024climate-action-festival

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Christine Blair and Frances Taylor

Gillian Dickson and Elizabeth Harrison

Lora Varasia, Lume Vakumali and Yvette Mbau

Sandie Sixtus, Jasmin Day and Sam van den Berg with Desirae and Jasper

CJ, 2, Laura, Lex, 3, and Andrew Fry Lizzie and Tallulah O’Donnell, 1 Logan and Bonnie Thomson, 2 Michael and Kelly Oakly

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Local History

Baton’s bachelor ball

ROBYN PARKES

On Easter Monday 1891, a picnic and cricket match were held on Mr Alex Thomson’s property for the school children of the Baton community.

As was to be expected, a number of men gathered together to chat and in this a suggestion was put forward by Mr William Stanley that it would be good to hold a bachelor’s ball.

The suggestion was taken up and Stanley, along with Messrs Will Taylor, James Gilroy and John White became the committee to make the idea a reality, with 24 April selected as the date for the ball.

Mrs A Thomson and Mrs P Gilroy volunteered to organise promotions for the evening and hand-wrote invitations, with all parents in the district being invited and encouraged to attend.

It was agreed that all the bachelors who contributed to the expenses of organising the entertainment should have the privilege of inviting two other friends, young ladies or anyone they chose.

Some of the young men were well known in the district and were also known as being ‘lady killers’, and they ignored the ‘invite two other friends’ and instead invited five or six young ladies each.

All of those on the committee were appointed different jobs including some to be the cooks, some as waiters and others as washers-up, etc, to both share the load but also to ensure that there were no hitches.

A large number of people attended on the night with the dancing beginning at 7.30pm under the supervision of Mr Albert Stanley. In between the dances were songs, duets, and recitations. At 11pm, tea, coffee and other

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drinks were served up, and again at 4am the following morning. In between times people were able to move outside to the marque where food was for anyone needing sustenance.

A thoroughly enjoyable evening ensued with the ball finally ending at half past six in the morning with the singing of God Save the Queen.

Thanks were given to the bachelors on behalf of all those attending, for their efforts and a recommendation was made to make sure the ball was held again as it contributed to good fellowship. The ball was repeated the following year in the schoolroom, but was not as successful as the first. Many invitations were sent out but on the evening the weather was bad and only a small number attended.

The men had erected a large tent outside, but the rain became

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heavy and lasted most of the night, therefore making it unusable.

Dancing commenced at 6.30pm with music provided by Messrs Taylor playing the accordion and Mr Wilkinson playing the violin, and Mr A Stanley acting as M.C. Singing by Mr and Mrs Wilkinson, Mrs Gilroy and others was plentiful during the evening and the ball continued well into the small hours of the following morning.

The road to Baton. Photo: Nelson Provincial Museum. Tyree Collection 182275.

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Family fun fire afternoon for Tapawera

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A job well done.

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Henry Fry – early settler of Riwaka

Fry is still a well-known name around Motueka and Riwaka, in farming, horticulture and building. Descendants? There is even a Fry named street in Motueka.

Laurence Pask

Think I’m 6th generation from Henry, we are still farmers as all before me.

Andrew Fry

My 3x great grandfather. Have never been able to find what happened to their niece, Amelia Gladwell.

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Here in lies my whakapapa. Motueka Museum has loads of info I’ve looked into. All my family history lies in Motueka. Pretty interesting stuff.

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“I don’t like supermarkets, so I would love to see more Connings-type stores with organic vegetables.”

“The rural roads, some of them are pretty rough and they haven’t done a lot of maintenance over the past 25 years I’ve been in [Tapawera].”

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NZ Music Month Concerts – Wednesdays 22 May and 29 May, 1pm-2pm

Come and listen to local musical talent with Motueka High School students performing with Hilary Sinclair.

Misdeeds in Motueka – Wednesday 29 May, 6pm

Join Top of the South “Crime” storytellers for an evening of thrilling conversation. Meet Stef Harris, Peter Butler, Susan Roger and John Roosen. Not to be missed.

TechWeek 2024 – Friday 24 May, 11am-12pm

Find out about Creativebug, Hoopla, Kanopy and the Library App. Fantastic digital resources to use with your library card.

World Bee Day – Monday 20 May

Colour in a Bee for our Community display and Bee a Reader, fill in a quick Book recommendation to share with others.

Age Positive series for Adults

1.How’s Your Memory – Wednesday 22 May, 10.30am-11.30am

Heather Lackner will provide information on Dementia and risk factors.

2.Protect Yourself – Thursday 23 May, 10.30am-11.30am

Learn essential online safety tips from Jen from NBS.

3.Mindful Art – Monday 27 May, 2pm-3pm Experience Neurographic Art: a technique of doodling lines, circles and shapes.

“Creating some positive awareness around road safety outside Tapawera Area School.”

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Here’s a wrap of some things that happened in the Tasman District between July and December 2023. The information was put to Tasman District Council during last week’s Operations Committee meeting...

Tākaka food waste proposal

A proposal for a food waste collection trial in Golden Bay has been received from the Sustainable Living Centre. In the next month details are expected to be agreed on and a contract for the service issued for a 12-month period. The results will be used to inform the centre’s longer-term plans for a food waste service in Golden Bay and may also be relevant to the regional organic waste collection business plan study commencing in later this year.

Libraries get new books

11,163 new items were add-

ed to library collections between July and December. This equates to 188 items per 1000 residents. The annual target at least 300 items per 1000 residents. was expected to be achieved by the end of the year.

River dumping

There were 25 instances of dumping reported and 21 of these were recorded as being removed within five working days (84 per cent success). The remainder were all completed within nine working days. The reason for this drop in performance was reviewed with the contractor and was due to short term staffing challeng-

es. Target removal within five working days is 95 per cent.

First in region to receive Hilux hybrids

The arrival of 10 new vehicles to augment the TDC fleet is expected in June. This includes five Toyota RAV4 Hybrids and five Toyota Hilux Hybrids. Notably, this will make TDC the first in the region to receive the Hilux Hybrids, aligning with their ongoing decarbonisation plan.

Stephens Bay parking restriction proposal

Over the years requests have

been received by council to create a safe walkable space along the side of Stephens Bay Rd, due to the high demand for parking during the peak summer season, forcing pedestrians to walk on the road. In council’s ‘New Footpath Matrix’, Stephens Bay Rd is identified requiring a footpath and sits at number 59 out of 80 sites in the list of priorities. The road is approximately 7m wide and vehicles along with boat trailers are parked along both sides of the road during the peak period. One side of the road has a grass berm and the other, a steep embankment behind a kerb. While the speed limit is 50kph, it is likely the

Council funding sought to secure Te Matatini for region

Te Tauihu is set to host Te Matatini in 2027, but funds are being requested from council to secure the event for the region.

Jane du Feu says that hosting the festival in the region is the “ultimate goal” for Te Tauihu o te Waka a Maui Māori Cultural Council.

“It is the crème de la crème in kapa haka. It is the senior pinnacle for the development of our tamariki, our little ones right through secondary school to seniors, therefore it is extremely prestigious.”

However, while Te Matatini is slated to occur in Te Tauihu in 2027, approximately

$400,000 is needed by late 2024 to lock the event in for the region, Jane told Nelson and Tasman councillors during their respective Long-Term Plan hearings.

“That comes about, hopefully, with your help,” she says.

“Plus the community, in order for us to host.”

The Nelson and Tasman councils have jointly funded a full-time kaituitui ahurea to support the coordination of national hapa haka events from 2023-2027.

However, Nelson is also proposing to invest $150,000 into Te Matatini its draft Long-Term Plan. No such funding allocation currently exists in Tasman’s draft plan, though plan deliberations are underway.

Despite the potential upfront costs, Jane says hosting provides “a huge economic growth benefit” for the region.

Anywhere between 30,000 and 60,000 are expected to visit the region over the week Te Matatini is held.

The 2023 event in Tāmaki Makaurau also generated almost $22 million of spend for that region.

However, Jane also says that the festival increases the cultural capabilities of the region’s tamariki and upholds the mana of the rohe.

“We have a responsibility to put our best foot forward in hosting our manuhiri that come into our space.”

Last year marked the beginning of the region’s foray

actual operating speed is much lower over summer due to the density of parking. The proposal involves restricting parking along the northern side of Stephens Bay Rd, enabling pedestrians to use the northern side berm from Riwaka Kaiteriteri Rd to Cook Cres. Between Anarewa and Cook Cres where there is kerb on both sides of the road, it is proposed to restrict parking along the southern side over this section to preserve two-way flow. A covering letter with the proposed layout was distributed to locals and Ward Councillors for consultation in mid-April with submissions closing 1 July 2024.

into hosting major national kapa haka competitions, with the primary schools’ Te Mana Kuratahi coming to Whakatū.

“We decided that we needed to start on that road for the benefit of our mokopuna and work our way through,” Jane says. “The feedback we got was amazing, they felt that it was the best-ever. They were hosted the best, they were fed the best… so we want to continue that.”

The secondary schools’ Ngā Kapa Haka Kura Tuarua will follow next month, eventually building to Te Matatini for 2027.

Te Matatini will occur in Te Tauihu in 2027. Photo: File/ RNZ/Te Aniwa Hurihanganui.

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Open invitation to unleash creativity

ELISE VOLLWEILER

Fancy cultivating your own garden journal? How about squaring up your Cubism, or diving into some marine art?

The Motueka Art Group is holding a weeklong art exhibition of its members’ work, complete with workshops running morning and afternoon for its Art Inspired Art Week. These include a Māori art workshop by expert Roland Petley, a discussion and demonstration about marine art by renowned artist Paul Deacon, and a session on exploring different art mediums by published illustrator Sue Thorp.

Hosted by the Motueka Library-Te Noninga Kumu, the week will be a “massive art event”, says art group member Marian Painter. With funding and support from Creative Communities and the Tasman District Council, the events are all free with the aim to raise awareness of art in Motueka. Marian says that any age groups are welcome, as long as they are prepared to have a go.

The Big Picture will also be running again, after its success at last year’s event. This is a collaborative picture, where community members can work on a tiny section of a famous picture, with all 30 sections combined on the final day. “It’s a bit ad hoc,” says Marian, but a very successful collaboration. To book any workshops or for further information, call into the Motueka Library-Te Noninga Kumu or phone 03 528 1047.

2024FESTIVAL

24 May to 2 June

LOCAL MOTUEKA EVENTS:

Empowering Soil 101 with Eliott Cleland

A 6-hour hands-on workshop to learn all about soil microbes and making your own homemade soil amendments. (Sat 25 May)

Cut Your Power Costs

Get tips for reducing your energy bill and servicing your appliances. (Tues 28 May)

Film Screening: Once You Know

Come to watch and discuss this earnest and visually stunning film by Emmanuel Cappellin about how mankind must adapt for a sustainable future. (Tues 28 May)

Stink bug creeps in

ELOISE MARTYN

Is the Brown marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB) trying to sneak into your house to shelter from the cooler weather? Growers and farmers are calling for your help to be on the lookout for this sneaky pest, which has had an increase in its detection, loves to infest homes, and attacks a wide range of crops.

This sneaky hitchhiking agricultural, horticultural, and social pest attacks a wide range of crops and if established in New Zealand it could decimate our fruit and vegetable industries.

BMSB isn’t established in New Zealand but detection of its presence at our borders has significantly increased over the last few months.

According to Kiwifruit Vine Health, since the start of the high-risk period (1 September 2023) there have been 100 live BMSBs detected. Most detections are associated with personal effects, sea cargo, and vehicle transport ships. In the latest reporting period (16 February to 15 March) there were 14 live confirmed BMSB

detected, compared to four in the same period the previous season.

“It would be a massive risk and threat to our crops if it were to become established here. Our winters are not cold enough to eliminate it so it would be very hard to get rid of it,” Evan Heywood from Heywood Orchards says.

The family grows around 80 hectares of apples and 20 hectares of kiwifruit in Riwaka, Motueka, and the Moutere.

Adult BMSBs feed on mature and immature fruit, while nymphs feed on leaves and stems. They severely disfigure fruit which renders it unmarketable.

“It’s well established overseas with our trading partners, a real pest to growers. They congregate in big numbers in people’s houses and cause damage, it would be very unwelcome if it were here,” Evan adds.

There are many other similarlooking stink bug species in our country. The easiest way

to identify the BMSB is from the white bands on their antennae and alternating black and white markings on the abdomen. Its underside is a white/tan colour. If you buy anything online or receive mail or parcels from overseas, check them for BMSB hitchhikers. If you think you’ve found a Brown Marmorated Stink Bug –don’t kill it; catch it, take a photo, and call Biosecurity NZ immediately on 0800 80

The Motueka Art Group’s Dael Ray and Barbara Ingram-Monk, make preparations for the upcoming Art Inspired Art Week. Photo: Supplied.

Relaxed retirement living right in the heart of Richmond

Summerset Richmond Ranges is a modern, established retirement village offering a relaxing and low-maintenance lifestyle. All safe and secure within our fully gated community.

There are a range of brand-new two and three-bedroom villas available now. Plus, with our Moving Made Easy Offer# there’s never been a better time. Including $2,000 towards your legal fees, a complimentary moving package provided by Smart Express, and a six-month weekly fee waiver. Simply sign a sales contract for a selected home between 20 March 2024 and 30 June 2024, settle by 30 September 2024,* and you could be living the Summerset life sooner than you think. Pop along to one of our upcoming Open Days and see for yourself why our residents love the Summerset life.

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Tapawera trailblazing

The Tapawera community is gearing up for an incredible event – a community trail ride fundraiser across three private farms to raise funds for Tapawera Rugby Club and Tapawera Area School. Tapawera Rugby Club’s Tony Firth came up with the idea for the trail ride, spending countless

hours organising it and gaining access to a trail that crosses three private properties.

“The Hodgkinson and Warnes families have generously allowed us to access [the farms], so it will be great to ride this trail and enjoy the different scenery,” Nelson Motorcycle Club event organiser Ben Towse says. Untouched and unridden for

eight years, the trail is a 30km loop that crosses over 700 hectares of stunning farmland and Ben says they are estimating 300400 riders to attend. Ben emphasises the inclusivity of the event, offering family-friendly loops, a mini track for young riders (peewee bikes) and extending a welcome to quad bike enthusiasts.

Beyond the thrill of the ride, there’s an opportunity to enjoy food and a sausage sizzle with the entire event helping to bring in some much-needed community funds.

“It’s going to be an amazing day and a great fundraiser,” Ben says.

“I’m looking forward to seeing many riders out there supporting the Tapawera community and the

Nelson Motorcycle Club, flick the dust off your bikes and get ready for some fun and supporting a great community.”

So, get ready to rev up for a memorable day in Tapawera on Sunday, 2 June, at 601 Tadmor Valley Rd.

Check out the Nelson Motorcycle-club Facebook page for information.

Empower your home with Current Generation solar solutions

As winter settles in and power bills start to rise, the quest for affordable and sustainable energy solutions becomes more pressing than ever. For those eyeing retirement or simply seeking to gain control over their costs during tighter financial times, Current Generation offers solar: a timely and forward-thinking solution. Based in sunny Nelson but operating across the top of the South and nationwide, Current Generation is a local business dedicated to future-proofing the energy landscape. Under the leadership of owner Ben Leith, who took the reins late last year, the company is focused on helping customers better reach their energy goals. With a background in business and finance, Ben recognised the potential of Current Generation after experiencing firsthand the high-quality workmanship during an installation. With a growing emphasis on power security and cost control due to a stretched national power infrastructure, he saw an opportunity to empower home and business owners with sustainable and cost-effective energy solutions. “At Current Generation, we help customers meet their financial, sustainability and resiliency objectives, naturally especially relevant during the winter months. A solar installation should align with your goals, while adding capital value to

your home, providing an attractive investment for the future in all senses.” The decision to switch to solar is generally driven by a quest for a combination of resilience, independence, economics, and sustainability. To properly tailor solutions to each customer’s needs, Current Generation provides free onsite visits and quotes; this also helps to ensure a ‘no-surprises’ installation. Established in 2006, Current Generation focuses on technical expertise, customer service, providing honest assessments, and quality design and installation. The company has earned a reputation for off-grid and out-of-thebox power solutions. “Our goal is to empower homeowners with the knowledge and tools to make informed decisions about their energy future. If we don’t believe we can provide a solution that meets your goals, we’ll tell you.” Having grown up in the Moutere Valley and with a training in physics, Ben is a strong believer in the potential for cutting edge, renewable power solutions to help New Zealand achieve a secure, sustainable energy future. As the cracks start to show in the national power infrastructure, Current Generation can help you take control, providing personalised service, top-tier products, and a commitment to excellence. Business Update. Adv.

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Nelson Motorcycle Club members along with Tony Firth from Tapawera Rugby Club, discussing the track layout for the upcoming Tapawera trail ride fundraiser while overlooking the Tadmor Valley. Photo Supplied.

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Students from Aikido Nelson and Motueka came together over the weekend to complete their annual grading, including Sensei Callum Cockerell who earned his third black belt after starting his training at Aikido Nelson in 1995. Dojo Head, Cornelia Baumgartner, says the annual grading serves as a chance for her students to show off their skills, with all participants selected being capable of completing the grading. In attendance for the grading was Nobuo Takase Shihan (pictured right, alongside Patrick Downey Sensei), the head instructor of New Zealand’s largest Aikikai Aikido organisation, Shinryukan. Photo: Supplied.

NBS Motueka Golf Club Results

Ladies 9 Holes

Tuesday 14 May

1st Anne Lawrence 22

2nd Colleen Irwin 19

3rd Diane Enoka 18

Mens Veterans

Wednesday 15 May

1st Geoff Johnson 70

2nd Michael Hay 70

3rd Ray Marsden 71

Pah St Cafe Closest to the pin

Barrie Walker

Saturday 18th May

Mens 4BBB

1st Brent Thomson and Peter Neil 51

2nd Brian Chandler and Danny Cusiel 45 3rd Reinhard Paul and Bill Agnew 44

Ladies 4BBB Nett

1st Betsy Hills and Diane Strong 64

2nd Shona Johnson and Fay Lloyd 65 3rd Jocelyn Thomson ans Penny Kim 67

Lower Moutere Store closest to the pin

Men Peter Neill

Ladies Betsy Hills

Results this week

Rugby:

Premier Men: Stoke 32 - Marist 29; Nelson 26 - Waimea Old Boys 28; Moutere 0 - Central 29; Kahurangi bye.

Premier Women: Marist 21 - Kahurangi 31; Moutere LBD - Waimea Old Boys WBD. Second division: Riwaka 27 - Marist 15; Nelson 7 - Takaka 60; Waimea Old Boys WBD - Collingwood LBD; Stoke 22 - Huia 15; Murchison 22 - Tapawera 29; Wanderers bye.

Football:

Southern League: Nelson Suburbs 4 - Ferrymead Bays 2.

Women’s Southern Qualifying League: Cashmere Technical 5 - Nelson Suburbs 0. Premier men: Rangers 2 - Sprig & Fern Tahuna 0; Smith & Sons Richmond 1 - Motueka 1; Nelson Suburbs Reserves 7 - FC Nelson Karenni 2; FC Nelson 2 - Golden Bay Mountain Goats 1.

Premier women: Nelson Suburbs Reserves 1 - FC Nelson Swans 0; Mapua Cougars 0 - Richmond Foxes 5; Sprig & Fern Tahuna Breakers 3 - Golden Bay Shield Maidens 1.

Basketball:

NBL: NBS Nelson Giants 69 - Mid-North Whai 83.

Rapid League: NBS Nelson Giants 42- MidNorth Whai 27.

Premier men (14 May): Waimea College 122 - NC Sky 37; ABC Rhythm 75 - Stoke Bears 87; NC Navy 98 - Waimea Knightriders 63; Nayland College bye.

Premier women (14 May): Lynx 42Waimea College 51; ABC Storm 29 - Old School 65; Nayland College bye.

Netball: Premier: Richmond F45 30 - Jacks OPD 64; Prices Waimea Ahurei 63 - Stoke NBS 43; FCL Nelson Men 58 - Nelson Girls College 26.

Hockey: P1 men: Federal 8 - Tasman Black 2; Waimai United 2 - Tasman White 3; Stoke bye. P1 women: Stoke P2 0 - Rewa 2; Federal senior women 6 - Waimai United Red 0; Federal NCG 3 - Endeavours 3; Waimai United Gold 0 - Federal Premier 4; Stoke P1 2 - Tasman Black 0.

Community Notices

MONDAY

MOTUEKA ELYSIUM Mon, 9.30am, Muses Café. For Widows and Widowers. Join us for coffee and chat, friendship, and support. Ph: Carol 035285027.

WOULD YOU LIKE A BIKE? Bike Hub Nelson accepts donations of good used bikes, fixes them up and gives them away for a small koha. 142 Saxton Rd. Mon, 5.30-7pm. For other opening times and a map e: bikehubnelson@gmail.com.

MOTUEKA BETTER BREATHERS, Mon, 11.30am, Motueka Recreation Gym ‘Functional Fitness Room’, Old Wharf Rd. A 60-minute series of guided exercises done seated or standing, specifically designed to help those with breathing difficulties. Ph: Jess 0275467675.

MOTUEKA HIGHLAND PIPE BAND, Mon, 7pm. Band is located beside Motueka Recreation Centre. Promoting Scottish tradition and culture. We look forward to your participation. More info: Ph: 027284 8361.

MAPUA FRIENDSHIP CLUB Indoor bowls, 1st & 3rd Mon. Mapua Bowling Club rooms. 2pm, Bring a plate of afternoon tea. Lots of laughs. Ph: Val 035403685.

TUESDAY

MOCKINGBIRDS MUSIC GROUP, Tues, 2-3.30pm, Senior Net, Pah St. If you enjoy some fun singing/playing music, come along with your instrument, we’d love you to join us. Beginners very welcome. Ph: Sue 02102416155.

NEW '500' CARD GAMES Tues, 1-3pm, the over 50s Hub, Pah street, Motueka. Fun, friendship, CARDS & cuppa. Everyone welcome. Info Ph: Keith 0274516422.

HOPE TENNIS CLUB SOCIAL TENNIS, Every Tues, 9.30am, Hope Tennis Courts, Hope Domain. All abilities most welcome. Queries Ph: 0211729257.

MOTUEKA BRASS, Tues Evenings. Discover your musical talent with us! Join our lively brass band for an unforgettable experience To join Ph: 021728168 or come along.

YOGA. If you have or have had cancer, we offer restorative yoga classes. Tues, 12.30pm. Ph: 5287669 or e: maureen.urwin@cancernelson.org.nz to reg.

WEDNESDAY

MOTUEKA ARTS COUNCIL office at Community House, Decks reserve. Wed, 11-3pm. Inquiries about art activities; funding for Art; Art ideas for Motueka. Ph: 0210589388.

AGE CONCERN TEA & TALK Every Wed, 10.30am, The Shed, 24a Tudor St. More info Ph: 0279214074.

KNIT & NATTER Wed, 10-12pm, Motueka Over 50s Social Hub, 10 Pah St. Friendly group for all ages. Includes refreshments. Ph: Roz 027415636. All welcome.

WALK 4 HEALTH, Wed, 9am, Motueka Community Garden. 3050 min walk at your own pace, for any age, any fitness and size. Ph:0273015598 or wellontrack@gmail.com

MOTUEKA ARTS COUNCIL invites all folk interested in community arts in Motueka, to their monthly meetings. 2nd Wed of month, 7pm, community house.

TOASTMASTERS MOTUEKA meet 1st & 3rd Wed of month, 6.45pm start, St John’s rooms, Jack Inglis Hosp, Courtney St. Gain speaking confidently, friendly environment. More Info Ph: Peter 0277468311.

THURSDAY

"THE GREAT AWAKENING" is happening all around us. Thurs, 16 May, 4.30-6.30pm, Revite Cafe, 265 High Street, Motueka. What are you tuning into? How can this transform our society and economic system? All welcome. Ph: Dada 0225060428 for info.

MEDITATION, Weekly meditation sessions open to all. Thurs, 12.15-12.45pm, Te Noninga Kumu - Motueka Library. During term time. No registration needed. Just come along. More info: Ph: Louise Petzold 0278789240.

NELSON BAYS HARMONY CHORUS, (women’s choir), is seeking new members to join our happy group. Thurs evenings, Club Waimea, Richmond. Ph: Carole 0274360910.

MOTUEKA 50+ WALKING GROUP every Thurs. More info Ph: 0212640403 e: secretary50pluswalkers@gmail.com, or www. motueka50pluswalkers.org.nz.

MOTUEKA LIGHTHOUSE Spiritual Group. Meet, last Thurs of month, 7-9pm, Motueka Community House, Opposite the ISite.

DEADLINE: 10AM FRIDAY

50 WORDS OR LESS BY EMAIL ONLY SEND TO: office@topsouthmedia.co.nz

Everyone welcome. Donation Appreciated. e: angel3000.h@ gmail.com or www.facebook.com/lighthousemotueka.

RUMMIKUB Thurs, 1-4pm, Motueka Over 50s Social Club, 10 Pah St. Friendly group, includes refreshments. All welcome. Ph: Keith 0274516422.

THE DOCTORS MOTUEKA – Walking Group, Thurs, 9am, by the Janie Seddon Shipwreck carpark. Walking for 30 mins, suitable for all fitness levels. Make your daily walk more fun and meet new people. Ph: 035288358.

PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP meet 1st Thurs of the month, 1.30-3.30pm, Broadgreen House, 276 Nayland Rd. Ph: Bill 035448635 or 035391137.

MOTUEKA G.R.G 2nd & 4th Thurs, 1-3pm, St Andrews lounge, 64 High St. Support group welcomes grandparents/kin raising/ supporting grandchildren. Join us for a confidential relaxed and supportive time with others. Ph: 0211337299.

FRIDAY

MOTUEKA REBUS CLUB next meeting, Fri, 17 May, 10am, The Bandrooms. Great speakers, good fellowship, all welcome. Ph: John 0274082206.

SENIORNET MOTUEKA, The Genealogy Interest Group meets 2nd Fri, 2pm. Ph: Allan 0279711100 or visit www.seniornetmotueka.org.nz

SATURDAY

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CELTIC PIPE BAND CEILIDH DANCE, Sat, 25 May, 7-9pm, Nayland College Hall. Immerse yourself in an evening of vibrant Traditional Scottish Dancing and Music. Indulge in the spirit of the Highlands with our Licensed Bar featuring Whiskey, while relishing a delightful Haggis & light Supper. Don your Kilt, Highland dress, Tartan Accessories. Tickets from Richmond Mall Info Desk. HARMONIUM KIIRTAN WORKSHOP, Sat 25, & Sun 26 May, 10-4pm, 66 Pah St, Motueka. For people who want to learn the harmonium & lead kiirtan or play for personal enjoyment. Ph: Madhu 0220873136 for info.

NELSON BRANCH OF ROYAL NZ AIRFORCE ASSOCIATION Meet 2nd Sat each month, 12pm, Club Waimea, Richmond, Phil’s Restaurant. Interesting speakers, raffles and members interested

in Aviation Ph: Trever Squires 039706644 or John Bethwaite 035476634. Cost of meal $25

WAIMEA HARRIERS Pack Run/Walk, Sat, 25 May. Meet at the Appleby Bridge/ Playcentre by 2.20pm for a 2.30pm start. Welcome all abilities for running and walking to join us. See web for more info. waimeaharriers.nz.

MEDITATION, CHANTING & TALK, Sat (until 8 Jun), 5-7pm, 66 Pah St, Motueka. All welcome. For info Ph: Dada 0225060428 Koha.

JUSTICE OF THE PEACE Sat, 10-12pm, Motueka Library. Free services, including copy certification and witnessing signatures are available.

CALLING ALL WEST COASTERS, Sunday worship service with a West Coast theme. Sun, 19 May, 10am, Methodist Parish Church, 94 Neale Ave, Stoke. Morning tea follows service. A warm welcome guaranteed.

GENERAL GROUPS

NEED A LIFT? Mapua Willing Wheels Volunteer Drivers Service, affordable transport around Mapua, Motueka, Richmond, Nelson (no airport runs). To book Ph: 0226822373 or mapuawheels@ gmail.com. 24 hrs’ notice required.

NELSON HOSPICE The Motueka shop needs volunteers! If you would like to volunteer for us, please enquire at the shop or Ph: 035281178.

RADIO CONTROL SAILING Wed and Sun, 1pm onwards, Best Island. Weather permitting. IOMs and Dragon Force etc. New members welcome. More info Ph: Peter 0275443923.

MOTUEKA DISTRICT TOY LIBRARY, Tues, and Thurs, 9-11am, and Sat, 10-12pm, 44 Pah St. Annual membership $30. Hundreds of toys for all ages.

RUM MORRIS DANCERS. Musicians and dancers but mostly friends. Slightly random - mostly Tues evenings, sometimes Wed. Get yourself a second favourite form of aerobic exercise. Ph: Dorris 02040618088.

MOTUEKA RIDING FOR THE DISABLED We need more volunteers to help with therapeutic riding sessions. Tues, Wed, Thurs, 8.30-1pm. Ph: 0211151720 or e: info@motuekarda.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.

GREYPOWER MOTUEKA welcomes visitors at the Community House office, Decks Reserve on Wallace St. for ongoing service requests. Discount provider list available. Ph: 035289076 or e: greypowermot@gmail.com.

INDOOR BOWLS, Mon & Wed, 1.15-3pm, Motueka Over 50s Hub, 10 Pah St. All abilities welcome. Ph: Jude 0273244226

RIWAKA CROQUET CLUB do you and a group of friends/family/ workmates want to spend a fun few hours learning to play croquet? You need a minimum of 8 players, $10 each, all equipment provided and someone from our club to help you learn the game. Full access to the clubhouse kitchen. For info Ph: 0276308910.

SENIORNET MOTUEKA Take advantage of the many interest groups offered. Join SeniorNet Motueka. To join, visit www.seniornetmotueka.org.nz, or Ph: Allan 0279711100.

MOTUEKA MENZSHED, Wed or Thurs 9-12pm, MenzShed, Marchwood Park, College Rd. Give the missus some space, come to the menzshed. e: secretarymotmenzShed@gmail.com or just turn up.

MOTUEKA TRAMPING CLUB, A diversity of weekend day walks and multi-day trips suitable for a range of fitness levels. Visit www.motuekatrampingclub.org to learn more about your local Club, or e: membership.motuekatc@gmail.com for info on joining.

RED CROSS MOTUEKA BRANCH Fundraising shop, open Mon – Fri, 10-2pm. Community House, Decks Reserve. We sell clothing, household linen and books. Donations of sellable goods are appreciated.

SURVIVORS AND THRIVERS GROUP, if you have or have had cancer, or supported someone else, come and connect. Reg maureen.urwind@cancernelson.org.nz or 5287669.

MULTICULTURAL MOTUEKA welcomes migrants and refugees every Tues & Fri, 8.30 -1pm, Community House, Decks Reserve. We provide connection and practical assistance for newcomers to our region as well as support for all cultural activities happening in our community. Ph 027 5286744 or sez@multiculturalnt.co.nz.

Community notices are free to community groups, schools, churches, gold coin donation events and fundraising only. For classified ads and public notices please call 528 2088. Due to the popularity of this column, while every effort will be made, inclusion cannot be guaranteed for free ads.

SATURDAY MAY 25 9AM TO 1PM 13 NORTH ST Chest of drawers, bookcase, coffee table, household items and artwork

SMITH

Maureen

Peacefully at Jack Inglis

Aged Care on 17 May 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Loved wife of the late Bill. Much loved mother of Steven, Gary, Nicky and Julie. Loved grandmother of Ben, Chloe, Damien, Jemima and Sophie, and her 6 great grandchildren. The friends of Maureen are invited to Golden Bay/ Motueka Funeral Home, 8 Inglis St, Motueka, on Thursday, 23rd May 2024 between 1.00pm and 2.45pm to share their memories with her family. A heartfelt thanks to the caregivers at the Jack Inglis Memory Care Suite for their loving care and support of Maureen and her family. Messages to 145 Staples Street, Motueka, 7120. ‘At peace with Dad now.’

CHARITY QUIZ

Bring your friends for a fun evening. Tuesday 28th May at 7pm Motueka RSA. All proceeds for St johns. $3 entry. 6 members per team. Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. Great raffle prizes. Meals and bar available.

AGES!

Lessons start Tuesday afternoon at 1.30pm 18 June or Thursday 20 June 2024, 6pm 12 Lessons over 12 weeks - $60 all materials included. Motueka Contract Bridge Club, 32 Tudor Street. If interested please contact: June Tippett 03 528 8056 or 027 654 4638

Donald (Don) Robert 20/02/1939 - 9/05/2024

Don Passed away at Nelson Hospital with his family present. Don was much loved by his wife and family . He will be much missed and has left happy memories with all of us. In accordance with Don’s wishes a private family farewell has been held. Don will rest in peace at the Motueka Cemetery.