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Wandering stock costs Tasman $26k a year MAX FRETHEY

Local Democracy Reporter

Stock control on the district’s roads is continuing to cost Tasman ratepayers.

Tasman District Council received 32 call outs between 1 April and 31 October this year to deal with

wandering stock.

“Thankfully, it’s not very often that vehicles get involved in hitting stock, so our contractors do a really good job there,” says council’s regulatory services manager, Adrian Humphries.

But stock control still costs the council about $25,600 a year.

“We’re still trying to pin [the New Zealand Transport Agency] down to get some financial support for this because half of the stock we remove is actually on State Highways.”

There have been 49 instances of wandering stock incidents on Nelson Tasman’s State Highway

Raffle winner’s leaky dinghy gets a sleek upgrade

network this year, as of 30 November.

NZTA/Waka Kotahi’s Top of the South service manager, Rob Service, says the agency’s contractors remove dead stock but aren’t qualified to manage live animals.

“This work currently sits with trained animal control officers

employed by local councils. We do not fund this activity, and there are no current plans to do so.”

Rob says, responsibility for wandering stock and the dangers they pose to drivers primarily rests

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Motueka’s Casey Iorns’ fleet is looking a whole lot sharper after he was announced the winner of the Huia boat raffle this week. Photo: Elise Vollweiler.

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When you think of the Congo, you don’t necessarily think “winter woollies”.

However, hundreds of tiny, knitted vests, hats and booties have made their way from Motueka to central Africa over the past few years, with the next consignment already topping 100 sets.

The knitting will make up at least half of the 70kg combined luggage allowance of CarolAnne Paynter-Curran, and her husband Geoffrey, when they take their sixth trip to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) next May. There they will spend three months doing missionary work through CDLA, which translates from French as ‘Centre for the Development of Indigenous Christian Leaders’. They have travelled to the Congo most years since 2015, and the work they do varies, taking whatever form is needed on the ground.

Geoff ’s focus is installing solar electricity in hospitals, and CarolAnne assists in any way that she can. Her background in neuro and clinical psychology comes in handy, but she has at times found herself volunteer-

CarolAnne Paynter-Curran, centre in red, with the Crafty Tarts and the plethora of knitting that they have created for Congolese babies. Photo: Elise Vollweiler. ing in operating theatres which did not have lighting, refrigeration or diagnostic tools. Once, she witnessed an operation done by the light of a cell phone.

There is no such thing as a GP in Congo, says CarolAnne.

“When people come to the hospital, it’s an A&E situation.”

On one memorable occasion, she even found herself as an impromptu blood donor when a goitre operation took a turn for the worse. “I remember thinking, ‘Well, you wouldn’t see this in New Zealand’.”

The DRC is the second-poorest

nation on earth after Haiti. Disease and malnutrition are commonplace, and babies are often born severely underweight.

“Because they are malnourished, they just freeze.”

Most of the knitting was done

by Motueka craft group Crafty Tarts – a name that doesn’t translate particularly well to the Congo’s official French language, CarolAnne laughs. The “fish and chip” pattern of many of the vests is called thus because Third World babies are sometimes sent home wrapped only in newspaper.

CarolAnne takes with her a portable printer, so that she can take photographs of the mothers and their babies in the new outfits. She said that in the impoverished nation, people often did not own mirrors so the photographs were treasured, particularly in a place where infant mortality was still extremely high. She told the Crafty Tarts at a gathering last week that the knitting meant so much to the Congolese, who were astonished that a group of women on the other side of the world would do this for them.

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Raffle winner’s leaky dinghy gets upgrade FROM PAGE 1 ELISE VOLLWEILER Before this week, Casey Iorns was the owner of one dodgy, leaking dinghy.

But as of 10am on Monday, the Motueka local’s fleet has doubled in size, and improved immensely in quality, after the phone call announcing him the winner of Huia’s $50,000 boat raffle.

Casey has suddenly found himself the owner of the brand new Stabicraft 1450 Frontier boat package, complete with a trailer, 50 horsepower outboard, and Garmin GPS.

He had purchased a ticket as soon as the raffle opened a month ago, and although he had meant to buy more entries before last week’s closing date, it turns out that his solo ticket was all it took. It was lucky number 36, electronically drawn out of 1645 tickets sold, which in turn means that more than $100,000 was raised towards Huia’s project for new clubrooms.

The boat was partially sponsored by Bays Boating, and owner Dave Thorn says the process had been an exciting one.

A Huia Old Boy himself, Dave says the raffle was about “the greater good”

of getting the clubrooms built.

Twenty-year-old Casey was born and raised in Motueka and plays for the Huia second division team. He first slipped on the green jersey when he was four years old, and so the clubroom cause is one that is dear to his heart.

Although he loves to be out on the water, he has had to rely on the generosity of his father Dion, who was quick to point out that perhaps some past boating favours could now be returned. Casey seemed to be on-board with these sentiments, saying that he was looking forward to

taking friends and family out on the water.

He must also figure out what to name his new craft – “Won Me” was one suggestion, requiring a single letter change on the boat’s current messaging. “Huia” was, of course, another.

Casey wasn’t committing to anything when he picked up the boat on Monday, but the builder did say he would be putting up his hand to help construct the new Huia clubrooms, which the organising committee hopes will commence next year.

At that point, the project will need all hands on deck.

Motueka wastewater treatment plant heading back to health STAFF REPORTER After two months of close monitoring and careful nursing, Motueka’s wastewater treatment plant is on its way back to full health.

In late September, Tasman District Council engineers noticed that part of the filtration system at the plant was showing signs of failure and while it was still functioning, it wasn’t working at the most optimum level.

Waters and wastes manager Mike Schruer says the problem area was the membranes that remove any remaining bacteria and minute particles before water is discharged. By the time the water gets to these membranes, it is close to being completely treated.

He says as an emergency measure, the council had to revert to the system they used prior to 2016 and pump treated water into the adjacent soakage area where it is filtered through the ground.

A rāhui was put in place, banning the collection of fish and shellfish from an area along the adjacent coastline. Working closely with iwi, public health, and the Ministry for Primary Industries, the council ensured any potential effects were minimised.

Mike says the good news is that the council managed to get hold of brand-new membranes.

“Our neighbours at Marlborough District Council have allowed us to use the new membranes they had ordered

as they can wait for the next batch of membranes to be manufactured.”

He says these have now been installed and are functioning well, so the pumping into the soakage area has ended.

“We carried out regular water quality testing at numerous sites around the plant and are very pleased to see the laboratory results showed no significant rises in bacteria levels following the emergency pumping programme.”

Mike says the old membranes have been sent away for forensic analysis to try and find out why they deteriorated the way they did, but those results are still some months away.

A decision on when the rāhui will be lifted is yet to be made.

Casey Iorns with his new boat.

Photo: Elise Vollweiler.

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Feedback gathered on Māpua’s fraught Streets for People project ELISE VOLLWEILER

years, says that if the changes had stopped at the new path that headed towards Stafford Drive, and the two raised pedestrian crossings, “that would have solved almost every issue that we have.”

“It’s just not more user-friendly.

It’s just not.”

Fellow resident Marion Satherley says, she felt that the addition of a combined walkway and cycleway was “just a disaster”, with the council missing “a golden opportunity to separate cyclists and pedestrians”.

Val Hunter, who often uses a walker frame and mobility scooter to move around the village, says that she now tried to stay at home after 2.30pm, when the walkways became too hazardous for her to navigate.

However, TDC transportation manager Jamie McPherson says that the constraints of the available road width meant there was not the space, or the budget, to create a separated cycleway in each direction.

“The shared path configuration is something that will be reviewed following the feedback process, so an alter-

Community feedback is being sought following the implementation of Māpua’s contentious Streets for People project, which has seen planter boxes, cycleways and raised pedestrian crossings added to the main street.

In the two weeks that the Tasman District Council’s online survey has been open, more than 400 responses have been received, with a further 10 weeks for residents to trial and make comment on the changes.

The Waka Kotahi-funded project has proved controversial, with some residents voicing strong opposition to both the changes that have been made and the processes that were used to make them.

However, council representatives are urging people to view the elements of the Streets for People pilot project as flexible, with adaptions possible after first-hand feedback has been shaped by their “experiential engagement”.

On the Streets for People website, it states that the key point of the project is that it utilises materials that can be repurposed.

“This means once the new layout is down, and we find it needs tweaking, we have the flexibility to do that simply and efficiently.”

About a fortnight ago, a dozen Māpua locals gathered together to share their concerns, with one resident, who did not wish to be named, dubbing the project “taking streets from the people”.

Lynley Worsley, who has lived in the village for more than 20

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native configuration of the space is certainly a possibility.”

He also acknowledged that some people have been more negatively impacted than others by the removal of almost 100 car parks along Aranui Rd. “We do review the feedback and have been in contact with some of those on a case-by-case basis.”

He says that the carpark occupancy rates are surveyed each summer, and the most recent survey from 2022/2023 showed that “most of the time there are a large number of spare carparks available all around Māpua”.

Another sticking point for the community has been the addition of planter boxes along Aranui Rd, which were intended to give clear

sight distances for those using the new crossings, as well as visually narrowing the road to help slow vehicles, and introducing more greenery.

Residents have scorned the boxes, labelling them as unsightly and unsafe, as they make it harder to navigate the road. They also spoke about how the boxes were not in keeping with the “special character” of the Māpua village.

Jamie reminded residents that the Streets for People changes, including the planter boxes, are interim measures to help define a more permanent solution.

“The planter boxes won’t be there forever,” he says.

“They are about testing a concept of where more garden or trees

could be used in future. The idea is that they could be replaced by something more permanent and in keeping with the village character.”

Another council representative confirmed that the planter boxes were “a temporary example of what could be put in place once a more permanent solution can be established and funded.”

These solutions could be kerb build-outs or garden areas, he says.

When asked how quickly those changes might happen after the survey closed, he said that it could be a couple of months or longer.

“It’s more about finding the dollars.”

Hundreds lined the streets of Motueka on Friday for the annual Santa Parade. Pictured are the EJ Zumba crew who took to the streets, as they do every year, dancing their way in this year’s wonderwomen and supermen costumes. Photo: Elise Vollweiler.

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with their owners who must securely fence their land.

“Livestock owners are also liable for any damage caused if their stock wander and can be prosecuted if animals cause a crash and negligence is proven,” he says.

“It is essential landowners do what they can to ensure the safety of all road users, local communities and our roadworkers.”

Adrian agrees that getting stock off the road is his “main concern” and adds that the council adopts an educative approach with landowners who have wandering stock.

“We do occasionally get an errant

landowner who has continuing fencing problems, we’ve got one in the Mahana area at the moment.

In those cases, we actually go and speak to them and tell them… they need to sort their fencing out.”

The Impounding Act allows councils to impound stock if landowners don’t secure their property, however the legislation is almost 70 years old and Adrian says it’s “not fit for purpose”.

“It’s really, really not helpful to us as a council.”

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Safety bolstered with new defib for 50s hub

Over 50s Hub’s Jude Alderton and Gary Fitzgerald celebrate their new defibrillator with NBS branch manager Amy McHardy and TDC councillor Trindi Walker. Photo: Supplied.

ELISE VOLLWEILER Motueka’s Over 50s Hub has a shocking new addition – and the team could not be happier.

The group, formerly known as the Motueka Seniors Hub, has had a $2700 defibrillator installed inside its building, funded through donations from NBS and the Tasman District Council.

The hub’s president and secretary, Jude Alderson, is thrilled that the organisation now has the safety net of the medical device at arms’ reach.

“The sponsorship has been very generous,” she says.

Although she hopes they never have to use it, the defibrillator gives peace of mind. There is also a device at Countdown supermarket, but Jude says that for many of their members it would be difficult to access it in an emergency situation.

“Because of our age, we can’t run over there and run back.”

The centre’s treasurer, Gary Fitzgerald, says that the centre hosts substantial crowds, with more than 100 people coming through the hall each week.

“One of our primary reasons for being is for the health and well-being of our guests.”

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Consenting clause causing headache

Thankyou Nolan for your service, well done and happy retirement.

Rene Rowling

It was interesting reading the article about the consent situation in Māpua.

How can someone be allowed to raise their land and change drains without consent? There’s one thing I need to say, though. I grazed my horse on that land for about 5 years and the people on the corner have definitely raised their land a lot and filled in drains with all that clay.

There were drains running all through that piece of land.

Lisa S It’s sad to see developers squeeze the locals out around Māpua. Everyone wants a rural outlook, but rural landowners can’t make their land work if the land next to them is built up until it floods them.

More water sitting over winter drowns fruit trees and makes animals unhealthy.

It makes the ground acidic too, so weeds grow instead of grass. A townie developer saying he’s helped his neighbour and made it drier is just illogical when everyone else, even TDC, are saying it’s wetter.

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“Once the tree is up and decorated it feels like Christmas.”

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Christmas Craft for Adults, all 10.30am-12pm Create a Vintage Christmas basket for yourself or a gift – Wednesday 6 December Assemble Christmas Fridge Magnets for your home or gifts – Thursday 7 December Drop in and make Christmas cards and tags – Wednesday 13 December Come and make festive sparkly decorations - Thursday 14 December Design Christmas Altered Jigsaw Pieces – Friday 15 December All materials supplied, Free of charge Belli Clarinetti (Beautiful Clarinets) Join us for clarinet duets by Dave North and Marie Willis Friday 15 December, 2pm-2.30pm Pene Greet Book Launch “May the Cane Prosper” Queensland farmers of the Colonial Sugar Refining Company. Stories of grit and tragedy.

Thursday 14 December, 2pm-3pm, books available $40 cash Ukraine Children’s Art Exhibition Exhibit is open Tuesday 5 December 12pm-5pm Thursday 7 December 9.30am-12pm, 1pm-5pm Friday 8 December 9.30am-1.30pm ; 2.30pm-6pm Christmassy Craft for Children Wednesdays 6,13,20, December, 3.30pm-4.30pm Garden Gurus - Monday 11 December, 10.30am-12pm

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Supercross regrows to old heights tion yet, promising an exhilarating experience for all.

Supercross racing, a captivating off-road motorcycle competition held on compact dirt tracks, is a rarity in New Zealand.

The sport features specialised dirt bikes designed for agility, navigating challenging elements like jumps, whoops, and tight turns.

Comparable to major international events like the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship, this event consists of races over 2 days, with riders accumulating points toward a championship title.

The sport is renowned for its high-flying jumps, breathtaking aerial manoeuvres, and intense, fast-paced racing, drawing in a dedicated regional fan base.

A historical staple in the local motorcycle calendar, Nelson Supercross, has gone from strength to strength since its return.

Initially commenced in 2000 at the renowned Lower Moutere ‘Rat Track’, the event was successfully run for a decade before taking a nine-year hiatus.

Following its revival in 2019, the event has been steadily regaining momentum and reclaiming its former fame.

This is in no part thanks to former committee member Dan Burrell, who played a pivotal role in overcoming the challenges which included securing the club access back into the property, ultimately reviving the event.

Now entering its fifth year post-revival, Nelson Supercross is poised to deliver its best edi-

Ethan Walters soars through the air as they get in the laps with Nelson Supercross returning for another exciting edition at the Rat Track this weekend. Photo: Supplied.

Ellie Harvey, president of the Nelson Motorcycle Club, says they are committed to continue to grow the event as one of their flagship events of the year.

“We are excited to be attracting such a high calibre of riders to our local event, and it will guarantee a spectacular for spectators, with high octane, huge jumps and huge thrills.”

Event organiser Liam Kerr says the event has attracted riders from Australia’s Supercross Championship, including Sam Larsen and Jesse Bishop, alongside a highly-talented group of local riders.

The Nelson Supercross runs across Saturday and Sunday at Lower Moutere’s Rat track with racing from 1pm, gates open at 11am.

Motueka Bridge Club Results Monday 27 November Mapua Handicap (Round 3 of 3) 1st Mary Hamilton / Lorraine McArthur 69.48% 2nd June Tippett / Anne Cegarra 58.7% 3rd Ashley Mooney / Ruth Field 56.46%

Tuesday 28 November Junior Mapua Handicap (Round 3 of 3) 1st Ron Argue / Lois Brookes 58.07% 2nd Sue Fairweather / Peter Whiddett 54.54% Congratulations to Mary Hamilton and Lorraine McArthur – overall winners of the Mapua Handicap with a score of 58.45%. Runners-up were Vicki Adnams and Linda Thurow with a score of 57.56%

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Region’s top sports people shine at awards Sibling pair find top gear at awards night

Finn and Niamh Fisher-Black’s sibling rivalry drove them to improve Photos: Supplied.

Finn Fisher-Black has bragging rights over his sister Niamh after the professional cycling pair of siblings swept the NZCT Nelson Sports and Recreation Awards on Friday night.

The duo picked up Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year, respectively, but Finn also received the most prestigious award of the evening, the Sportsperson of the Year.

While he was not there to receive the silverware in person, he joked in a video message played at the awards night that beating his sister sweetened the win. “I’m especially happy to edge out my sister. I won’t let her forget about this one.”

Niamh and Finn’s father, Jim Black, was in attendance to receive the award. He says it’s a special night for the family, “where it all started”.

While he says they will always compete to oneup the other, sibling rivalry has also been a part of their success.

“They inspire each other, push each other and see what they can achieve through each other.”

The award comes after Finn’s stellar year on the UCI World Cycling Tour, claiming his first professional victory by winning the opening stage of the Giro di Sicilia in April.

Finn also won the best young rider jersey in the same race after coming in 8th place on the final stage. Niamh has continued where she left off with another year of consistent results, having won the U23 World Championship last season.

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Olympic pair recognised as Nelson Legends Nelson Legends of Sport have two new inductees, Olympic pair Rod Dixon and Jeff Rackley.

It was a surprise for the pair, with each in attendance thinking the other was going to be receiving the award only for them to find that they were both being inducted. Rod Dixon was one of just three medals New Zealand returned with from the 1972 Olympic games in Munich, winning bronze in the 1500 metres with a time of 3:37.5. It was was a run that also broke Peter Snell’s New Zealand record. He also at-

tended the 1976 Montreal Olympic Games, the Los Angeles 1984 Olympic Games and won the 1983 New York Marathon. Jeff fought in 100-odd amateur fights and seven professional bouts. He won the Jameson Belt three times for being the most “scientific” boxer at the national championships and fought in the last 15 round professional fight in the country, a fight he won. The pair have been enshrined in Nelson’s sporting history and the award is further recognition of the special feat the two men accomplished.

Jeff Rackley and fellow Olympian Rod Dixon were inducted into the Nelson Legends of Sports on Friday night. Photo: Evan Barnes/ Shuttersport.

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Community Notices MONDAY BETTER BREATHERS CLASS, Breath better, have fun, and be more active. Mon, 11.30-12.30pm, Motueka Recreation Centre. Car park entry to the class avail. $5 per class. More info Ph: Jess 0275267675 or E: asthma.nelson@xtra.co.nz.

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, 5.307pm. For other opening times and a map E: bikehubnelson@gmail.com.

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 / WEDNESDAY 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.

MOTUEKA ARTS COUNCIL office at Community House, Decks reserve. Wed, 113pm. 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, 10.30-12.30pm, Motueka Over 50s Social Hub, 10 Pah St. Friendly group for all ages. Includes refresh-

ments. Ph: Roz 027415636. All welcome.

WALK 4 HEALTH, Wed, 8.30m, Motueka Community Garden. 30 min walk at your own pace, for any age, any fitness and size.

Ph:0279305310 or wellontrack@gmail.com 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 / FRIDAY 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.co.nz.

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 con-

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fidential relaxed and supportive time with others. Ph: 0211337299.

SATURDAY / SUNDAY HOUSIE – Sat, 16 Dec, 12.30pm for 1pm start, Motueka Over 50s Social Hub - 10 Pah St. Bring your friends for a fun Christmassy afternoon followed by a Christmas afternoon tea. Ph: Jude 0273244226.

JUSTICE OF THE PEACE Every Sat, 1012pm, Motueka Library. Free services, including copy certification and witnessing signatures are available.

GENERAL GROUPS MOTUEKA COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL 13 & 14 Jan, 10am, Marchwood Park. A concert will be held in the evening. entry is free There is plenty of non-powered camp sites for motorhomes.

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

MOTUEKA TRAMPING CLUB, would you like to go walking on the weekends but are not sure where to start? Start with your local club: www.motuekattrampingclub.org.

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, if you have or have had cancer, supporting someone with cancer, come and meet others in this friendly atmosphere. Ph: 035391137 or info@cancernelson.co.nz for info or to reg.

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.

MOTUEKA TENNIS CLUB. INC. Every Tues & Thurs, 9.30-11.30am. Courts behind the Memorial Hall Pah Street. Racquets available to borrow for new members. All welcome.

GATEWAY TO YOUR WELLBEING, Wellbeing is important for all of us to thrive. The shed is a safe place to meet new people in a supportive and caring environment. We can connect you with other agencies for the right support needed. More info Ph: 0279214074, E: admin@ght.co.nz or pop in 24a Tudor St, Motueka.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS. Is alcohol causing problems for your life? Want to stop drinking but can’t? Maybe we can help. Support meetings every day. Ph: 0800aaworks, 08002296757.

BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP, If you have or have had breast cancer, come along to this friendly atmosphere. 102 Hardy St, Nelson. Reg: 035391137 or E: info@cancernelson.org.nz.

SUSTAINING TENANCIES Having trouble with your Tenancy? Need help working things through with your landlord or tenant? Gateway Housing Trust. Info E: housing@ght.co.nz or Ph: 035457100.

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 hours’ 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.

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.

MOTUEKA DISTRICT BRASS Do you want to be part of a fun, social and competitive band, who make players welcome? E motueka.brass@gmail.com or Ph: 021728168 MOTUEKA NEWCOMERS New to Motueka? We’re a social group, mostly retired (50+) who meet regularly and welcome newcomers. More info Ph: Jana 035284355.

INDOOR BOWLS, Mon & Wed, 1.15-3pm, Motueka Over 50s Hub, 10 Pah St. All abilities welcome. Ph: Jude 0273244226 MOTUEKA MENZSHED, Ever thought of joining the MenzShed? Wed or Thurs 9-12pm, Marchwood Park, College Rd. E: SecretaryMotMenzShed@gmail.com, or just turn up at.

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DOUNGENS AND DRAGONS (HONOUR AMOUNG THEIVES) 2hrs20min (M) Thur 7.50pm Fri 3.30pm Sat 11.50am & 8.45pm Sun 10.00am Mon 4.45pm Tue 8.10pm Wed 1.30pm

Marion, Karen, Mark and families wish to thank everyone for the cards and messages of sympathy following the recent death of Pat. Your support has been greatly appreciated.

Please accept this as a personal acknowledgment.

Jack

(John Robert Green) Passed away peacefully at his home in Richmond with his family, aged 19.

He was the much loved Son of Nadia and Charlie Green.

His funeral was held on 22nd November, the same day as his name sake, Jack Green of Stanley Brook.

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NEW LISTING

Motueka 22 Wilkinson Street

Sophistication, location, elegance

931 sqm

This stunning property offers a meticulous blend of modern living with sophisticated taste. Renovated and extended head to foot in 2009 this home has the beautiful aspects of yesteryear such as the splendid Rimu flooring with all the modern comforts we’ve grown to expect such as double glazing, central heating and soft close draws. In a convenient location with three bedrooms, a separate consented studio with large bathroom and gorgeous outdoor living spaces, this property offers modern living with elegance. Step inside and you'll be greeted by the large, open plan chefs kitchen featuring a hardwood island with waterfall edges, engineered stone benchtops and induction cooktop. The kitchen seamlessly flows into the dining area, creating an open and inviting space.

For Sale offers invited over $949,000 View 2-2.30pm Sat 9 Dec or by appointment Matt Galvin 027 768 6288 matt.galvin@bayleys.co.nz

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Motueka 2A Clay Street

Motueka 7 Wilkie Street

Cosy on Clay Street

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Located on a pleasant suburban street within walking or cycling distance to various amenities, including shops, libraries, health centres, schools, and the state highway for commuters. The 90sqm floor plan features an open-plan living area, two double bedrooms with built-in wardrobes, and a single garage with internal access provides practical living space. The property is an attractive option for first-time buyers, investors, or DIYers.

For Sale offers invited over $159,000 View by appointment Graham Fielding 022 021 1019 graham.fielding@bayleys.co.nz Martin Milner 021 039 3316 martin.milner@bayleys.co.nz

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Stately style

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As you step inside this spacious and wellappointed home, you'll be greeted by the formal entranceway that leads to the lightfilled open plan layout, perfect for modern living. The stylish kitchen seamlessly flows into the dining area, creating a space that is ideal for entertaining guests or enjoying family meals. A separate lounge offers a cosy corner for relaxation or movie nights.

For Sale offers invited over $899,000 View 1-1.30pm Sat 9 Dec or by appointment Matt Galvin 027 768 6288 matt.galvin@bayleys.co.nz

Contact us today to arrange a viewing!

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