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Youngsters score goal posts

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Jamison Watson, 10, left, and Cooper Watson, 12 with their granted football wish by Nelson Mayor Nick Smith. Photo: Gordon Preece.

Two Washington Valley footballers have scored a goal with assistance from Nelson City Council.

Brothers Jamison, 10, and Cooper Watson, 12, had headed down to nearby Pioneer Park for

a kick at every opportunity, using a concrete wall and cones for football goals.

Their mother Odette Watson says her sons soon realised the park would benefit from some proper goals, and they began collecting signatures in the neighbourhood late last year to

accompany a letter with their request for the installation to Nelson Mayor Nick Smith.

“All of our friends, when they came over, they were like ‘oh my god, that’s such a great idea’ and they were all so proud of them

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Just 116 journeys a month for Stoke OnDemand MAX FRETHEY

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More than four months after the launch of the eBus, its new on-demand service for Stoke is “not tracking as well” as Nelson City Council would like.

The new public transport option essentially acts like a taxi, being able to shuttle people anywhere in Stoke between the boundaries of Saxton Field, Monaco, Marsden Valley and Beatson Rd, and can be used to connect into the main eBus network.

With at least 200 virtual stops across the suburb, eBus OnDemand services a much wider area than the old Stoke Loop bus it has replaced, but has seen fewer passengers.

The OnDemand service has an average of 116 journeys each month while the old Stoke Loop

had an average of 218 per month.

Nelson City Council’s group manager infrastructure Alec Louverdis thinks that the eBus’s better coverage of Stoke than the old NBus service has contributed to the drop in users of the Stoke-specific service.

“For people travelling to Strawbridge Square, the easiest thing to do is simply get on the Route 2 bus that runs close to their home.”

But Alec acknowledges that the usage of the OnDemand service “is not tracking as well as we would like”.

The Joint Regional Transport Committee, consisting of elected members from both Nelson City and Tasman District Councils, has asked officers to look into the service’s patronage.

A survey of Stoke residents about eBus OnDemand shows that 84

per cent of people had heard of the service, but hadn’t used it.

About 2500 people have also downloaded the eBus OnDemand app with almost 2000 users having confirmed their details, but only 84 unique users have ordered a ride.

The survey results also show that many residents would like to use the eBus OnDemand service outside of its operating hours of 9am to 3pm on weekdays, and would like to see its range extended to include the Nelson Junction.

“We believe this shows that there is potential for use of the service to grow over time as people become more familiar with it and we tweak the way it works so it fits in with people’s lives as well as possible,” Alec says.

While council staff ran “well-attended” sessions at Stoke retire-

ment villages to teach residents about the OnDemand service before its launch, the survey has given the council ideas for further training sessions in the new year.

“We see some confusion between the OnDemand service and the wider network, what meeting points are and how to find them, and the operating area the service covers. All are aspects we plan to cover.”

The entire eBus service continues to see strong patronage.

The last three months of the old NBus service saw a patronage of 127,400 while the first three months of the eBus saw a 71 per cent increase to 218,300.

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Stoke resident Shannon Taylor with her English staffies, Zari, left, and Redge, were among dozens of furry canines to get a photo with Father Christmas at Stoke Veterinary Hospital on Sunday. Practice manager Eve Hinman says, it was their first time hosting the event aiming to give back to the community. The event raised $681 for Second Chance Tasman, a charity which rehomes dogs that have come from troubled environments. Photo: Gordon Preece.

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Nelson Intermediate School has been involved in a Creatives in Schools project with local artist Nerys Ngaruhe (left). Associate principal Nicky Chalmers says they wanted to embrace their ākonga (learners), whānau, and community by displaying their developing cultural narrative.

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Youngsters score goalposts FROM PAGE 1 writing a letter to the Mayor,” she says.

Nick says he responded to the Watson’s letter in March this year, saying he supported their idea, however, due to the backup of projects due to the severe weather event in August, they were unable to install the posts right away.

Nick assured the boys that council would keep the request on its list of park projects.

“Their letter was delightful, and almost impossible to say no to… and I’m delighted that we’ve been able to deliver on that commitment to

the boys to this Washington Valley community,” Nick says.

“Football’s just an incredible sport for people of all walks of life and ethnicities together, we have parks like Pioneer Park to encourage young people into sport, and my hope is that it will give the young people and others in the Washington Valley area an easy place to go and kick a ball around.”

After council installed the goals last month, Jamison and Cooper were the first ones to put a ball in the back of the net, and the local football community followed.

One goal scored by the Watsons, and many more to come!

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Blooming good growers ANTON MEYER Challenging weather has not hampered Grove Street Kindergarten tamariki from proving they have what it takes to grow the region’s tallest sunflower for the seventh year in a row.

For the last seven years, the Daltons Sunflowers in Kindergartens Project has seen thousands of kindergarten children nurturing sunflowers from seed in an attempt to gain bragging rights for being the best growers in the land.

This year, 758 tamariki from Nelson Tasman Kindergartens were among the 13,795 Kiwi kids to take part – the highest participation yet, to attempt to grow the tallest or widest sunflower.

The project is about giving children the opportunity to try their hand at gardening and imparts useful lifelong skills on how to grow and nurture plants.

The winner of the Tallest Sunflower in the region was Grove Street Kindergarten,

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Nayland Kindergarten’s Tanner and Aria help measure alongside teacher Kirstie Crombie. Photo: Supplied. with their sunflower plant measuring in at 249cm. Nayland Kindergarten claimed the win for growing the widest sunflower head measuring in at 19cm wide.

“Growing our beautiful Dalton’s Sunflowers from seed has once again been such an

awesome introduction for our wonderful tamariki to taking on the role of kaitiaki of their natural environment,” says Grove Street Kindergarten teacher Karen Tait.

“We experienced some challenging weather, but all the hard work was worth it.”

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Sun’s the limit for e-bike ANTON MEYER Nelson man Ewan Coldicott has put his computer engineering skills to the test to build himself a solar-powered e-bike.

Essentially, it is a standard e-bike with a trailer of solar panels towed behind it that charges the bike while he rides.

“It’s the logical next step after an e-bike,” Ewan says.

He says the initial idea came from the internet when he saw people riding their modified solar-powered e-bike contraptions from France to China, but sat on the idea of using a trailer to cart the panels for some time.

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Ewan bought a trailer that was designed for kayaks and got to modifying it by installing and wiring the solar panels.

Standard solar panels would have made the trailer too heavy to tow. So, Ewan put the panels together himself, individually wiring each piece to ensure they are lighter and smaller, making them bike-friendly.

He has received mixed reactions to the bike and trailer, which cost him between $3000 and $4000.

“Quite often I get ‘that’s super cool, but it’s not for me’.

The thin and flexible solar panels create 1500 watt hours each day, which is enough to fully charge a typical sized e-bike battery three times.

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Update from Rachel Boyack MP As we approach Christmas, many of us will be reflecting on what has been a particularly tough year, while others will be frantically preparing for the arrival of family and friends or finalising Christmas plans.

I want to acknowledge everyone who has worked so hard this year to support others in our community doing it tough. In particular, all those who work and volunteer in the community, health, education, and social service sectors. Thank you for all you do to care for and support our most vulnerable.

Thank you to everyone who will be working over the Christmas and New Year period, including our health workers and emergency service workers, and our retail, hospitality, transport, and tourism workers. Thank you for the sacrifice you make to keep our region running.

I hope everyone in the Nelson Tasman region has a safe and enjoyable break over the Christmas season. I continue to pray and hope for those across the world living in conflict zones, that they may experience the peace and safety that we are lucky to have here in New Zealand.

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Council’s ‘hypocritical’ approach to arts funding comes under fire MAX FRETHEY

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Nelson City Council’s alleged underfunding of the city’s arts sector came under fire during its last meeting of the year.

During the council’s all-day meeting on Thursday, elected members agreed to ask residents about funding an all-weather artificial sports turf and a new Surf Life Saving Club facility at Tāhunanui Beach at a total cost of about $3 million when the council consults on its draft Long Term Plan for 2024-2034 next year.

And though the council also agreed to ask residents about spending $1.6 million to develop a central city arts hub, members narrowly rejected also asking residents about forgiving the Nelson Centre of Musical Arts’ (NCMA) debt to council of $730,000.

Councillor Pete Rainey, a longtime advocate of Nelson’s arts sector, called the inequity of funding for the arts when compared to sports facilities “profoundly hypocritical”.

“We are desperately in need of more performing arts facilities.”

Recent decades have seen tens of millions of dollars poured into

Councillor Pete Rainey says sports have received tens of millions of dollars in funding while Nelson is in desperate need of more performing arts facilities. Photo: Max Frethey. sport facilities, like those at the Saxton Field complex, while the performing arts have only had $4 million, he says.

“It goes on and on and on, for decade after decade after decade,” he says. “In the meantime, our young people in this city don’t get an opportunity to participate

in performing arts when they should be because we are just ignoring it.”

Though he described himself a supporter of a new surf life saving facility, Pete voted against asking residents about funding it, and against the all-weather turf proposal, partly in protest about the

inequitable funding.

“We need to have an up front, honest conversation about how we fund things in this city.”

Deputy mayor Rohan O’Neill-Stevens acknowledged Pete’s “legitimate concerns”, highlighting that the $1.6 million for an arts hub was “pretty much our only con-

tribution to the development of arts and creativity infrastructure in the next 10 years”.

However, they thought that sports funding shouldn’t suffer in the face of poor arts funding.

“We need to be investing more in our arts, but well-being is holistic and it is not a clear delineation between those who would like to kick a football around and those who would like to kick some clay around.”

Mayor Nick Smith didn’t think the council had a “strong bias” for sports.

However, he agreed with Pete that more needed to be done to make the performing arts more accessible for Nelson’s low-income young people.

“I do think we have a collective challenge there and I look forward to working with councillor Rainey on that because that is where, in my view, public funding needs to be focused,” Nick says.

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ON NOW AT STATE THE BOY AND THE HERON

Terry Sutton (right) and his wife Ruth with their 50,000 light display on Tory St last year.

Photo: Tracy Allan.

Iconic Christmas lights switch off after 14 years KATE RUSSELL In 2009 Terry Sutton made it his mission to light up his Tory St home every Christmas, but 14 years later he is switching off his iconic light display, with this year being his last.

“It’s getting to be hard work, physically,” he says.

Not only that, but it takes Terry one month full-time, working six days a week, to install the 50,000 lights in his display, which is one of the most recognisable in Nelson.

“I like to start setting up on 1 November and have them running by 1 December, but I was delayed by a week this year because of roof painters.”

Terry, who turns 80 early next year, is a former radio studio panel operator and television broadcasting electronic engineer.

Over the years he has put his knowledge and skills to good use to create his lighting sequence that is timed to music, and broadcast over the radio frequency 87.9FM, with

around 200 hours of programming having gone into each song. The year, there are 21 songs in the playlist.

Following his retirement, Terry says he researched computer animation of Christmas lights and, after finding a free programme made in the US, he set up a display with incandescent lights.

“As a novelty, I’ve created two 600mm diameter supersized ‘Christmas balls’ that have animatronic faces with eyes, eyelids, eyebrows, and mouths that ‘sing’ a song within a sequence, all animated using eight model control servos inside. They have proved to be a real hit with the public.”

He says, during the year the lights are stored in “every nook and cranny” he can find in his 123-year-old home.

“In the garage, attic, under the house, over the compost bins – all wrapped in sheets from the recycling centre, so they are protected.”

He says some of the lights have lasted since the very begin-

ning, and he has been adding to them over the years.

“Some are getting hard to come by and very expensive.

Soon after I started, The Warehouse over-bought on them, so they had large quantities for cheap, so I stocked up. That particular year worked out brilliantly for us.”

He says he has thought about getting a crew of people together to come and help him install his display, but that would not be a simple task.

“The big problem with that is that it’s all in my head in terms of setting it all up.”

When asked what he will do with all the lights, he says ‘he will pack everything up and see what happens from there’.”

Terry says it will feel “weird” next Christmas without his lights.

“But my back and my legs will feel a lot better. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed it though, and the smiles on people’s faces make it all worthwhile.”

The lights can be viewed at 17 Tory St from 8.30pm - 11pm.

For the third year in a row, a Christmas initiative has brought some cheer to the homeless and vulnerable residents of Nelson Tasman. Christmas Stockings Initiative coordinator Lachlan Mackay says 40 stockings were delivered on Friday. “We certainly put some smiles on dials,” he says of the deliveries. Each stocking included fruit, toiletries, chocolate, natural juice, oat bars, biscuits, crackers, and fruit mince pies. Pictured are deliverers Hamish Brown and John Harris from Te Piki Oranga. Photo: Supplied.

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Support for Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT) staff and learners is the priority in light of the government’s plans to disestablish the Te Pūkenga entity.

Tertiary Education and Skills Minister, Penny Simmonds, says she has begun the process to axe the super-institute, which combined 16 polytechnics and nine workplace training providers, including NMIT, in January this year.

She says the replacement would be eight to 10 institutions.

“The council of Te Pūkenga has been asked to cease any activities that are inconsistent with disestablishment.

This includes recruitment and staff restructuring activity, and other actions that will make it difficult to re-establish former ITPs as institutions,” she says.

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Further progression will enable the impacts of Te Pūkenga’s disestablishment at NMIT to be fully understood.

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“The management of Te Pūkenga will be expected to focus on ensuring students, employers and staff are well supported through this next phase. Students will be able to continue their courses as normal. I have asked my officials for advice on the programme of work required to support the government’s new agenda, including the

legislative timeline.”

Penny says parts of that advice would include ensuring financial stability, and restoring regional decision-making for local institutions to ensure they can better respond to education needs.

Te Pūkenga’s Region 3 executive director, Olivia Hall, who oversees regions such

as Te Tauihu-o-te-Waka a Māui (Top of the South Island), says Te Pūkenga had halted all work to implement an organisational structure supporting a nationwide network.

“Further progress will need to be made on developing this new direction before the impact it will have on business divisions, such as NMIT, can be fully understood,” she says.

“Our immediate focus is on supporting [its 374] kaimahi {staff} and [6292] ākonga {learners} through this change in direction and working to provide certainty on what this means for them.

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Opinion Possible 8.2 rates increase for Nelson

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Hell no, not my issue to pay for storm recovery. About time the council sorted out their spending so they can cover issues like this.

Also, everyone should have to have insurance.

Tania Johnstone

fordable rents”, with many people blaming greedy landlords. How is this going to help? Landlords will just pass the cost on to renters as council well know. Let’s see council and their bloated administration do some cost cutting before extorting more from hard working ratepayers and renters.

Graeme O’Brien

This is going to make the cost of living harder for some people.

Tracy Rolle

Shipshape vessel returned to cadets

How can they charge ratepayers for natural disasters/events? It’s bad enough everyone’s insurance goes up when this happens.

Beanz Sandrey Bye bye wish list, the ratepayers of Nelson are struggling with rates increases now. How many $300 payments are taken by the $100k hanging baskets, or the over spending on street safety enhancement?

Lee Corlett

be able to pay that on top of a rate rise? It’s hard enough now, people are struggling.

Marion Fawcett On current rates of $3,000pa, an extra 8.2% would add $4.73 per week.

Andy Williams

My rates have already gone up well in excess of a grand in the last two years...... can they come around after the next increase and explain to my kids why mum can no longer afford as much food for them?

And the on-flow effect to people renting?

Felicity Marr Hypocrisy at its finest, for the last few months the elected reps have been getting much publicity about trying to make an affordable city to live in with a big focus on “af-

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CHANGES ON THREE WATERS POLICY WELCOMED The announcement last week by new Local Government Minister Simeon Brown of changes to policy on water infrastructure are welcomed. They could not have been more timely.

The management of drinking water, wastewater and stormwater is a huge part of what Council does. We are developing our 2024-34 Long Term Plan for public consultation next year. Whether water is in or out makes a huge difference to our policies on rates and debt.

Great to see a large number of Cadets still at Talisman BZ Team.

Ted Haar Awesome, I remember when every Sea Scout group had at least one… and then there were the modern Sunbursts.

Sue Wilson Wonderful.

Janet Ellison

Girls Dux

Donation amplifies How the hell are people going to Victory musicians Sing it loud!! Thanks for the lovely write up Nelson App. And thank you to our local legend Mr Music Nelson who took the time to give this donated PA and mixing desk the once over and make sure if was up to snuff for our dedicated little musicians over at Victory Primary School. This is what Kids Love Music is all about. Filling the gaps, and the silence, with the sound of music for all to enjoy. What a great early Christmas present!!!

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Nelson Matters

The law passed by the previous Government had the $750 million of Nelson water assets being taken off us in 2026. We now have certainty that this law will be repealed and need to include in our plans the cost of maintaining and improving this essential infrastructure.

It was disingenuous of the previous Government to argue it would save councils money. The reality was that in addition to a rates bill, households would have also had a water bill from the new water entity. I could cry over the more than $1 billion that has been wasted on officials, consultants and public relations related to the Three Waters policy.

We are fortunate that Nelson’s water infrastructure is in much better shape than most councils. We are indebted to previous Mayors, Councillors and staff for investing in projects such as the Maitai Dam and the Tantragee Water Treatment Plant. I worried that we would have ended up paying for upgrades for other Councils such as Wellington that have badly neglected their water networks.

I made a commitment in standing for Mayor last year that I would do all I could to ensure Nelson retained control of its water assets and I am pleased this debate is behind us.

Sunday, 24 December, 5pm The Freehouse, Nelson Keeping with tradition, Santa is bringing his sleigh full of Parrotdog kegs to The Free House in Nelson this Christmas Eve. We’ll have a whole bunch of favourites pouring on the night, along with a special L.B. Passionfruit Hazy Pale Ale - brewed with our friends at The Free House.

The challenge for us now is to continue to do a good job. We have been making major upgrades this year in Rutherford Street, St Vincent Street, Awatea Place and at Saxton involving tens of millions of dollars.

This expensive infrastructure is easily overlooked but, if skimped on, Nelsonians get flooded homes and sewage ends up in waterways.

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We welcome public input next year on future upgrades and how we balance wise investment with keeping rates affordable.

Tuesday, 26 December, 10am – 3pm Richmond Park Market’s Free Marketeers will be found at Tahunanui Beach Reserve, adding colour & vibrancy to this wonderful holiday spot.

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OUR NELSON TŌ TĀTOU WHAKATŪ Issue 185 • 20 December 2023

A Christmas thank you Around 45 volunteers attended a morning tea earlier this month, hosted and supported by Nelson City Council’s Parks and Science and Environment teams to thank them for their hard work throughout the year.

Volunteers who carry out pest/animal trapping, weed control, tree planting and aftercare work in our parks and reserves were all in attendance.

Those involved in the Adopt a Spot programme were given a special mention, given how the scheme has grown significantly over the last four years, largely as a result of this community support.

More than 200 regular volunteers are involved in 41 Adopt a Spot projects across our parks and reserves network, with more waiting in the wings.

The knock-on effect in environmental gains stemming from the programme is testament to the energy and care these dedicated volunteers put into preserving and restoring our natural places in Nelson.

Volunteers have planted more than 5,700 native trees and grasses this year, including some provided by the volunteers themselves from their personal ecosourced home nurseries.

Nelson City Council’s Environmental Programmes Adviser, Scott Butcher, says the hard work of volunteers has been essential.

“Volunteers play an important role in helping to address the combined climate and biodiversity crisis, the work that volunteers do means that we have much more resilient and robust ecosystems.

“The work the volunteers do also creates optimism in the face of these challenges."

Parks Team Leader, Sarah Clarke says the volunteers show a real joy in being a part of making Nelson a great place to live.

“The mahi they have done, with the support of NCC staff, is essential to our biodiversity gains and in creating amazing places for all Nelsonians to enjoy’.

Nelson Mayor Nick Smith also spoke at the event and praised the dedication of volunteers.

“I love the work and community spirit of Adopt a Spot. This effort from volunteers is not just helping us better care for Nelson’s unique natural habitat but building a stronger sense of community and ownership of our environmental challenges. Councillors have been so impressed with the results that we are looking to expand it in the Long Term Plan.”

In total, it was calculated the total number of hours donated by volunteers this year has come to a massive 16,837 hours to date.

Mayor Nick Smith and Councillor Rohan O'Neill-Stevens

Merry Christmas Nelson!

Nelson has faced a challenging 2023 with households and businesses feeling the squeeze from decades-high inflation and hikes in interest rates. I am proud of how our community has responded with so many groups setting up to help our most vulnerable residents through these difficult times.

Council work has been dominated by the aftermath of the August 2022 storm – fixing the roads, water mains, pathways and reserves. The toughest problem is the hundreds of landslides.

We are ahead of schedule on the repairs and have secured a Government support package that reduces our net cost to $59.8 million. We will be consulting next year, as part of the Long Term Plan, on a $330 annual levy over a decade to meet this cost.

A big achievement in 2023 was the introduction of the new eBus service on 1 August. This is the type of practical work we need to do to address climate change. I am hugely encouraged by the 71% growth in patronage and have my eye on a million passenger trips by 2025.

We also got on with fixing the Elma Turner

Library and it will be fully reopened on 17 January.

The discovery of contaminated sawdust at our iconic Tāhunanui Beach is the headache we did not need but we aim to have it cleaned up next year.

I am excited about the potential for 2024. There is a discussion to have on the revitalisation of our CBD, consultation on our 10-year Long Term Plan and the prospect of a City Infrastructure Deal with the new Government.

My thanks to Councillors, our NCC staff team and the community for all you do to make Nelson such a great place. I wish all Nelsonians a Merry Christmas, a safe holiday break and a Happy New Year.

Best wishes, Mayor Nick

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Elma Turner Library to reopen in full in January Elma Turner Library will open to full capacity on 17 January 2024, marking the end of almost two years of strengthening work and repairs.

The community is invited to join the celebrations as the library reopens the last of its closed areas, the Halifax Street entrance and adjacent space, from 10am on 17 January. The library will be closed for nine days from 8 – 16 January inclusive, to allow staff time to prepare and repopulate the space.

The library will be hosting a range of special events and activities, including a comic bookthemed escape room, on the day of reopening with a full-day sci-fi and fantasy fiesta to celebrate the completion of the work and thank the community for their patience while the earthquake strengthening and repair work was carried out.

In addition to its regular hours, Stoke Library will have extended hours while Elma Turner is closed, and will open Saturday 13 January, 10am to 4pm and Sunday 14 January, 1pm to 4pm. Nightingale Library Memorial will also open for longer hours, 10am to 4pm, on Wednesday 10 January. People who have books on hold will be able to arrange to collect them from Stoke Library or Nightingale Library Memorial. More information about what services will be available during this time is available through the libraries’ website.

As we reach the final stages of the work, the main library toilets will be closed from Wednesday 13 December as contractors remove the temporary walkway in preparation for the reopening. The toilets in the children's area remain open, and two portable toilets will be installed just outside the library entrance for customer use. They will remain in place until 8 January, when the library closes for the reopening preparations.

Acting Manager Libraries Kate Miller says it is a welcome relief to be closing this chapter of the

library’s history.

“Although it may only be a small part of the library we will reopen on 17 January, it marks the end of almost two years of ongoing disruptions that have been challenging for both our library staff and our customers. During this time the library has been closed, shrunk, shuffled, and rearranged many times, and I am so thankful to the staff and our visitors for the understanding they have shown throughout.

“We are all looking forward to welcoming the community into the fully reopened library in January and celebrating the end of the strengthening and repair works.”

Elma Turner Library was closed in June 2022 after it was discovered heavy ceiling tiles throughout the building posed an earthquake risk and the ceiling grid itself was in some parts of the building under 34% NBS (New Building Standard), meaning the building was earthquake prone.

The total cost of the Elma Turner Library earthquake strengthening project and additional truss and roof repairs is $2.7 million. Once the work is complete, the library will meet 67% NBS (New Building Standard) for the ceilings, and 34% NBS for the structure, giving the building a further 5 to 10 years of life while longer-term solutions that meet the needs of the community are considered.

If you’re looking to get around the libraries this summer, eBus Route 2 will take you from the city, through to Tāhunanui and on to Stoke, so you can visit all three if you choose.

Other eBus routes will also drop you nearby, no matter where you’re coming from. See ebus.nz to plan your trip.

Have your say on speed in Nelson Tasman

WE ARE PROPOSING FOUR OPTIONS FOR THE URBAN AREA: RURAL ROADS

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Have your say on speed in our region! In communities across Nelson Tasman, we've heard that there is support for more appropriate speed limits, and now there is an opportunity to bring all views together into a plan.

We're presenting four options for urban roads and four options for rural roads and asking for your feedback. Leave your feedback online at shape.tasman.govt.nz/speed-review or scan the QR code below.

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Plan Change 31 (The Junction) decisions made At a meeting on 14 December 2023 Council has accepted the recommendations of the Hearing Panel and approved Plan Change 31 with no amendments.

As of 23 February 2024 (if there are no appeals), the Nelson Resource Management Plan is amended in accordance with these decisions.

A copy of the decision report can be viewed on

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the council website shape.nelson.govt.nz/planchange-31. Copies of the decision can also be viewed at terminals located at: • Nelson City Council Customer Service Centre, Ground Floor, Civic House, 110 Trafalgar Street, Nelson; • Elma Turner Library, 27 Halifax Street, Nelson;

• Nightingale Library Memorial, 2 Beach Road, Tāhunanui; and • Stoke Library, 35 Putaitai Street, Stoke.

A copy of the report can also be obtained by emailing environmental.planning@ncc.govt.nz.

Notice of the decision has been served on all persons who made a submission and/or further submission.

To read the latest updates or sign up for the Our Nelson newsletter by email go to: our.nelson.govt.nz

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Tasman Police cracking down on the drink GORDON PREECE A high volume of drink drivers is something the local police force want decreased this summer.

Tasman road policing manager, Hamish Chapman, says minor accidents involving alcohol and a high number of drink drivers were processed in the 2022-2023 summer holiday period in the Tasman area, and a series of local checkpoints will be operating in the lead-up to clamp down the risk.

“One is one too many because the evidence shows us that once you have a number of drinks, you’re impaired, you don’t make good decisions on the road, and therefore if we take those drivers off the road, it makes it safer for everyone,” he says.

“A big aim of [the checkpoints] is prevention-messaging to the public that we will be out and about over Christmas and New Year, and we will be testing you for alcohol.

“So please, when you go out and about, feel free to enjoy a beer or a wine… but we actually want you starting to think about how you’re getting home with that sober driver that’s well rested, hasn’t had any alcohol, and is going to get everyone in the vehicle or at

Tasman road policing manager, Hamish Chapman, says a high volume of drink drivers were processed last summer. Photo: Gordon Preece. the party home safely.”

Hamish and about six fellow police staff conducted a late afternoon alcohol checkpoint in Māpua last Friday, which he says will be repeated up to three more times in the lead-up to summer holidays, and the locations will vary.

“If [drivers are] out [late afternoon], they’re often heading to a barbecue or a function and think ‘oh, the cops are out tonight’, so it actually forces them to do their planning now, how are they getting home... you could be expected to be stopped [by police], so think about your journey,” he

says.

“We’re also looking for things like network coverage and the dosage or the intensity of the enforcement, so we might do short and sharp things and move on so we’re all over the place, and the public can’t predict where we might be.

“If we take away any patterns in our behaviour, the public don’t get used to that pattern of behaviour, so therefore they have to expect this anywhere, anytime,” he adds.

The official Christmas New Year holiday period begins on 22 December at 4pm, and ends on 3 January at 6am.

Hamish also says being a responsible event host in summer and planning for New Year celebrations was paramount.

“If you’re somewhere and you see someone you think or you know are going to go and drive, have the conversation with them, ‘you’re not in a state to drive, you’ve been drinking’, and see if you can suggest another way home… so it takes away that temptation,” he says.

“If you’re having a barbecue, it doesn’t mean you have to drink [alcohol], so make sure you’ve got non-alcoholic drinks. “[For New Year] if you do that planning at the start and follow it, you and the people you’re with are going to go out and have a good time and get home safely, and you’re going to wake up in the morning having enjoyed your night, and there’s no consequences for poor decision-making in the previous evening.”

Nelson ‘hurtling’ towards lifeless future, students warn MAX FRETHEY

Local Democracy Reporter

Boring, dull, and cheerless are the words used by teenagers to describe Nelson, but they also have ideas on how to bring life back into the city.

“There are many problems in the Nelson CBD, all of which are attributing to Nelson becoming more and more of a lifeless place,” says Nelson College student Mattias Bower.

“The first of Nelson’s main problems is its lack of life and of a heart.”

Bower and his classmates presented to the city council and civic leaders last week on how to revitalise the city. It’s part of a project the students have been working on all year.

“Forgotten” Nelson East, “dull” Morrison Square, and “lifeless” Montgomery Square needed urgent attention, the Year 10 students say.

Food carts, music, public art, exercise equipment, historic walks, community stages, water features, play spaces, seating, and more greenery were touted as ways to increase the city’s vibrancy.

But the students say Nelson’s car-centric infrastructure was ob-

structive to residents and the untapped potential of public spaces.

By removing cars and focusing on pedestrians in places like Montgomery or Morrison squares, the students argued that a true heart could be developed for the city.

The ever-present concern of car parking had also been accounted for, with one group suggesting that a parking building could be built at the Trafalgar Centre. This could make up for lost parking, while removing cars from the central city.

“Action must happen as soon as possible, for there are two paths that Nelson is hurtling towards,” warned student Benjamin McDonald.

“The first is a Nelson full of vibrance and energy … the second is an empty, silent Nelson that repulses citizens instead of drawing them in. You decide.”

The challenge put forward by the class of Nelson College students has been taken up by Mayor Nick Smith, who listened to their “superbly presented” ideas on 28 November. “I expressed my commitment [to the students] that I want Nelson to be a city of which their generation chooses to stay and build their future here.”

The council has been “buried”

Finn Dallas, Rio Crisp, Quan Nguyen, and Jule Garnier and the rest of their class presented to city leaders last month on how to revitalise the city. Photo: Max Frethey. under storm recovery work since “These are huge questions about “It’s really easy to be a cynical August 2022 but Nick says it how we’re going to reinvigorate older person, we’re really good could now turn its attention to our city,” Nick says. at that … but actually we need to “We do have to make an extra ef- not do that,” she says. revitalising the city.

He urges the students to feed fort as a city to make sure we’re “They’re not being ridiculously their ideas into the What If engaging with the younger gen- over-ambitious. They’re being Whakatū/Nelson process, which eration.” quite pragmatic in what they’re provides a public forum for res- Nelson Tasman Chamber of doing. It’s like anything: change idents to share their aspirations Commerce chief executive Ali has to start by making a start.”

Boswijk echoed the mayor’s senfor the city.

The information gathered at the timents and says it was good to What If space will feed into a see not only the youth perspecplanned summit in March on tive, but also a future-facing vision.

Nelson’s revitalisation.

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Exploring the summer paradise of Nelson Tasman As summer approaches, the region beckons with a myriad of outdoor activities for locals and visitors alike. With its stunning climate and easy access to some of the region’s best swimming locations, Nelson Tasman is the ultimate summer destination. From river to sea, the region offers a diverse range of activities for everyone, all within a short drive.

If it’s swimming spots you are after, local areas like the Maitai, Brook, Aniseed and Lee valleys,

and Wai-iti and Appleby rivers, are perfect for escaping the heat.

Each location boasts lush reserves with allocated barbecues and ample space for leisurely activities, while our local beaches are pretty special too! Rabbit Island plays host to thousands of beachgoers each summer who are looking for a picnic spot and plenty of space to build a sandcastle or play cricket with family and friends.

Tahunanui, Mapua, Kina and Kaiteriteri beaches, along with the iconic Abel Tasman National Park, line the Tasman Bay, each with its own unique charm and special reasons for people to visit.

A popular hotspot for the town/ beach festive-vibe, Tahunanui Beach is easy to access with a

close proximity to Nelson City.

Mapua is a haven for craft beers, restaurants and art enthusiasts, Kina beach is a scenic spot situated on the Coastal Highway, while Kaiteriteri boasts its worldfamous golden beaches and sparkling blue waters. The Nelson Tasman region is a goldmine for outdoor enthusiasts, offering an extensive network of walking, running, and mountainbiking tracks. Stretching from Kahurangi National Park to Mt Richmond Forest Park and Cable Bay there is a plethora of things to do and see across our stunning region.

The Abel Tasman National Park is a paradise for hikers, kayakers, and paddleboarders, and not to be overlooked is the Nelson

Lakes National Park, nestled between mountain ranges, offering a range of family-friendly day walks and overnight tramps.

Short walks such as Appletree Bay in Abel Tasman, The Grampians in Nelson, and Wainui Falls in Golden Bay cater to various fitness levels and preferences. Family-friendly options include Maitai Cave and Brook-Waimarama Sanctuary in Nelson, while Pupu Hydro Walkway in Golden Bay offers a historical journey through native bush. For those seeking overnight adventures, Wharawharangi Hut in Abel Tasman National Park,

Dry Rock Shelter in Kahurangi National Park, and Angelus Hut in Nelson Lakes National Park provide immersive experiences in the region’s diverse landscapes.

This summer, embrace the outdoor wonderland that is Nelson Tasman, where stunning beaches, cooling rivers, and lush forests converge to create an unparalleled summer paradise.

Sustainable local salmon farm offers visitors a unique experience Just 7 km from Takaka township, on the banks of the Anatoki River, lies a thriving family business that has hit on a winning formula that combines fishing, food and fun for all the family.

Anatoki Salmon Fishing & Café was established in 1999 and, since then, it has become a popular experience for locals and tourists alike. Easily accessible for everyone, with no entry fee and no experience needed, Anatoki Salmon Fishing & Café provide some quick guidance along with the free use of fishing gear with no licence required.

Visitors are guaranteed to bag a fish and, soon after landing their catch, they can taste the fruits of their leisure in the Salmon Café,

says manager Dan. “You only pay per weight of your catch. Then you get to watch as the team cleans the fish for you at no extra cost. Feel the thrill of catching your own food.

“Come find a magical spot on Lake Anatoki to cast your line and land your lunch. Have your salmon hot smoked in the cafe, ready to eat within an hour or take it away fresh. Because it’s smoked straight after catching, the texture of the fillets is very light and airy, and we believe it is the best smoked salmon in New Zealand!”

Open 364 days of the year, the team are dedicated to providing a sustainable tourism model ensuring every part of the facility is well taken care of. “We look after our customers, employees, salmon, community and environment. The stocking density by

water volume is low, ensuring the salmon have plenty of room to zoom around, and natural food is abundant in the lake. There is no need for growth hormones or antibiotics. The fish waste is turned into compost and used to grow herbs and lemons for the cafe.”

Anatoki Salmon Fishing & Café is located in magical Golden Bay with the Anatoki River providing a year-round supply of fresh water and a stunning native backdrop.

“Takaka is part of the beautiful

Golden Bay and well known for its golden sandy beaches, national parks, pupu springs, arts and crafts and sunny weather.”

Adding to the uniqueness of Anatoki Salmon Fishing & Café are the giant Longfin Anatoki Eels. The historic creatures have been part of the area for over 100 years and the team at Anatoki offers visitors the opportunity of feeding the tame eels in

the streams with scraps of salmon on sticks. One recent visitor says it was a ‘unique experience’ and ‘quite an amazing opportunity.’

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Stay cool and go well this summer by planning ahead Summer has officially arrived and the countdown to Christmas has begun – with Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand calling for people to stay cool and look out for whānau with the intense heat predicted these holidays.

“With El Niño set to bring particularly hot, dry days, it’s important that we all think about sun protection and hydration, particularly if out with young and old whānau members enjoying the sunshine,” says Dr Sarah Clarke, National Clinical Director, Primary and Community Care, Te Whatu Ora. “The age-old advice to slip, slop, slap and wrap should be top of mind, as well as to seek shade, keep hydrated, and check first whether it’s safe to swim at your local swimming spot.”

When you’re heading for the water, don’t forget to visit ‘Can I Swim Here?’ section of the Land Water Aotearoa (LAWA) website at www.lawa.org.nz to view the latest information. Dr Clarke says, if you’re planning on heading to a popular holiday hotspot, to think about your health needs in advance.

“Pharmacies outside the main centres may not carry some medicines, or have limited stock, so it is best to be prepared and take what you need with you,” she says.

“If you or a whānau member is running low on prescription medication, please contact your local GP or healthcare provider now to book an appointment.”

Most general practices across the motu will be either closed or operating limited hours over the Christmas and New Year period.

Visit www.healthpoint.co.nz for up-to-date information on GP

and pharmacy opening hours.

Hospital emergency departments and many urgent care clinics will remain open – so if it’s an emergency, always call 111 or go to ED if you are seriously unwell or if it’s a life-threatening emergency.

People are also encouraged to consider packing a first aid kit, including a supply of paracetamol or ibuprofen, and some over-thecounter medications for cough and cold symptoms.

“With COVID-19 still circulating in our communities, it is also a good idea to pack some RATs, hand sanitiser and face masks in case you need them,” Dr Clarke says. “If you get sick, whether you’re at home or away, call

Healthline on 0800 611 116 for free medical advice 24/7 – interpreter support is available.

“If you’re not sure what to do or where you can get in-person health care, Healthline can also advise what services are open wherever you are in the country.”

You can also call your own GP after hours – your phone call will be redirected to their afterhours service. A rural after-hours telehealth service launched late last month is another option too.

People in rural areas can access the service by calling 0800 2 KA ORA (0800 252 672) or book online at kaora.co.nz directly or via referral from their rural healthcare provider.

The service runs from 5pm to 8am on weekdays and 24 hours a day at weekends and on public holidays.

“The holiday season can be a difficult time for some of us and contribute to feelings of loneliness and isolation. Remember to check in on your family, friends and neighbours, even a friendly wave or a quick phone call can keep everyone feeling connected,” says Dr Sarah Clarke. For wellbeing support, free call or text 1737 any time, 24 hours a day.

You can also call Lifeline at 0800 543354 or text HELP at 4357.

Visit the All Sorts website to find ways to boost your well-being this summer.

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A golfing paradise - Greenacres Golf Club Nestled in the picturesque Waimea Inlet stands Greenacres Golf Club a paradise for golfers of all ages and abilities. The popular course is located at Best Island and is New Zealand’s true island golf experience.

Priding themselves on being a friendly and welcoming haven for m 5pm all golfers, from learner through and 24 to expert, the club proudly housand on es spacious clubhouse facilities, complete with cafe and bar, be a dif- providing the perfect setting for us and members and guests to relax after loneli- a round. mber to The club boasts a stunning 18friends hole course surrounded by friendly sprawling parkland scenery and call can spectacular water views, and nected,” their commitment to excellence or well- has contributed to its recognition or text as a New Zealand Top 40-rats a day. ed course. As one of the larger at 0800 clubs north of Christchurch, t 4357. Club Manager Brendon Whitley e to find says they welcome all members ll-being and guests.

“Our dedicated team sets high

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standards. As the most popular golf destination for visitors in the Top of the South, we offer a top course, great people, friendly service, and an all-round memorable golfing experience. For our members there’s something for everyone and we offer a wide range of flexible membership options to suit skill level and lifestyle.”

Encouraging and growing the sport through younger players is a huge drive for the Greenacres Golf Club team. “Golf, as a sport for young people, delivers enjoyment, friendship and discipline, and is great for developing eye-hand coordination. It gets the young ones out of the house and into the fresh air and offers them a game for life,” says Brendon. The club run a number of Futures/Junior events, including coaching workshops, twilight sessions, development days, and regular competitions.

Greenacres Golf Club also boast a strong focus on their ‘She Loves Golf ’ programme for women and girls who are new to the game or in the early stages of learning.

“These popular workshops are perfect for those wanting to give

golf a go in a friendly and fun setting, they introduce the game and build confidence for those involved.”

Brendon says Greenacres Golf Club ensures that golf is affordable. “Over the summer break we are a popular destination for visitors of all abilities and ages. Our aim is to provide every player with a great day out every time they play. Our experienced team ensures that everyone receives a genuinely warm welcome.”

The benefits of joining the club extend well beyond the season. “Members are easy to spot - they are the ones with the beaming smile on their faces.

They get to play at a great golf course as often as they choose.”

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A fun family dining experience at the region’s newest burger bar Bringing a unique and unforgettable flavour to the region, meet the newest member to the vibrant food hub of Berryfield’s, Burger N Beast. Opened at the start of November, owner Aravinda Madapati, otherwise known as Mac, says Burger N Beast isn’t just about the food, it’s about the overall experience.

The family-friendly restaurant is a welcoming space for both adults and kids alike, and a goto spot for those looking for a relaxed and enjoyable dining experience. Along with creating a fun dining experience for all the family, Burger N Beast serve the best flavours around. Their

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menu is the star of the show, catering to a range of diverse tastes, and when asked to describe it in just a few words Mac confidently says, “Don’t compare us with other burger joints! Our seasoning is completely different, and that’s our strength.” Featuring free-range chicken, beef, venison and lamb burgers, from the Vampire Burger with garlic butter, mushrooms and honey chilli to the Monster Burger with bacon, pickles, caramelised onions and their BBQ & Beast Sauce, your taste buds will be tingling with deliciousness!

The restaurant also offers glutenfree, vegan and vegetarian options, with one of their speciality features being a homemade Vegan Feast burger with a kumara, chickpea and lentil pattie, salad, jalapenos and vegan aioli and peri-peri sauce. Their

loaded fries, chicken wings, dipping sauces, salads, wedges, and assortment of sides are sure to tempt the toughest palette, and their phenomenal range of shakes - including Caramel Chunk and Chocolate Mud – protein-fuelled fruit smoothies and Overload’ desserts are stacked with tantalising flavours. The restaurant welcomes diners seven days a week, from 11am until 10pm. This ensures that burger lovers everywhere have ample opportunities to savour Burger N Beast’s unique

flavours. As a fully licensed restaurant and bar, the Burger N Beast team say, ‘Let’s cheer’ to your next big event!’ “We host birthday parties, work-do’s and other gatherings! Just contact the team for more info.”

While the restaurant is yet to offer delivery services, Mac says they work in conjunction with Uber Eats and customers can easily place their orders through the restaurant’s website and dedicated mobile app. Get ready to embark on the mouthwatering

adventure Burger N Beast brings with its extraordinary flavours.

“Our warm service and central location provide a great social atmosphere to dine in for lunch and dinner. We regularly offer competitive deals and contests to give you the best burger experience! Just reach out to us at richmond@burgerNbeast.com to see how we can help.”

Visit the Richmond Burger N Beast website or social media for the latest specials and promotions over the summer months.

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Nelson racers with wind in their sails JACK MALCOLM Nelson sailors Noah Malpot and Dave Shaw were in top form as they took on the world’s best at the International WASZP Games.

Racing near Melbourne last week, the pair made impressive strides in their respective categories, with Dave winning the Masters title and finishing 29th overall.

Noah came in fourth in the youth category, with his 15th overall place an impressive performance for the young sailor against over 90 other entrants in the fleet.

The strong youth scene in the sport is driven by the alternative pathway associated with SailGP, an international sailing competition formed

in 2019 that races in F50 foiling catamarans similar to America’s Cup boats, with New Zealand’s team helmed by Peter Burling.

The series travels around the world, with a Grand Prix stop in Christchurch where Noah qualified for the WASZP Grand Final in San Francisco, which he raced in earlier this year.

With a large group of sailors over the age of 40 who love the travel, family atmosphere and going fast.

Dave also had his work cut out for him.

But, the 2019 A Class World Champion showed his winning mentality to finish just ahead of fellow Kiwi George Wills from Mount Pleasant Yacht Club in Christchurch.

Noah Malpot continued his run of impressiveWASZP results with fourth place in the hotly contested youth category of the International WASZP Games held in Australia. Photo: Supplied.

Nayland College volleyballers are Australian Champions JACK MALCOLM Nayland College’s girl’s volleyball team exceeded expectations when they returned from the Australian School Championships with gold around their necks.

While coach Brendan Crichton knew they had the makings of a strong side, he was still surprised with how the team performed.

“Nine of our 12 players could have played down a grade, they were young enough.

“You’re playing against a couple of massive Australian schools.

Like Brighton and Heathfield, they do volleyball as a subject and send 20 teams to nationals each year.”

The Nayland College volleyball team were all smiles as they returned home to Nelson last week. Photo: Jack Malcolm.

Adding to the underdog status is that Australia’s volleyball season is at the tail end, while Nayland have just started theirs and struggled to even get warm-up matches with a lot of squads yet to be

formed.

With the tournament played on the Gold Coast, almost 5,500 students from 150 schools competed over six days of competition.

Brendan has been to about half a

dozen Australian School Championships in the past and says it’s always a hard task to come up against teams who are coming into the tournament at the peak of their performance.

“We had gone in more under-prepared than the Australian sides. . . but we’ve been training really well.

“In Australia, there’s two teams per state so you’re getting the best of the best.”

Brendan says, with a squad of 18 they’ve had the numbers to practise game scenarios together, but it still looked like an uphill battle.

He says that gave him an expectation of how they would perform, wanting to come home with a

medal, but once they got there, the players stepped up to another level.

“We performed a lot better than what I thought. There’s a real strong group of talented and athletic girls. We have a couple of freakish athletes, Briana Barber, Nevaeha Neho and Abby Rangi.”

He says that the success of the team is the culmination of over two decades of tireless work in the volleyball space by locals.

“What we’ve done in the volleyball space in the last 20 years for a little old provincial school is unbelievable. Long may it continue.

“All schools (in Nelson) do well.

That’s why we’ve had success from time to time.”

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Exercise award comes ahead of new gym JACK MALCOLM

Peter Fraser has spent his life around gyms, having started in the industry the moment he left school. Photo: Jack Malcolm.

As the list of accolades for the Exercise NZ Award was being read out, Peter Fraser told his wife that it “kind of sounds like me”.

“As it gets narrower and narrower, I started to get emotional.

“Because it’s an overall contribution to the exercise industry, there’s lots of side things (I’ve achieved).”

The award acknowledges Peter’s continued work in the space and is selected by the board of Exercise New Zealand.

It was presented at the annual Exercise New Zealand awards night at the end of November in Auckland as the industry celebrated their best personal trainers and facilities around the country.

Peter has spent 25 years in the industry, working his way up from manning the front desk of a small gym to running some of the biggest gyms in the country.

Five-and-a-half years ago he

moved to Nelson, but previously he was the general manager of Les Mills’ Wellington location on Taranaki St, a five-floor gym with over 7500 members.

You might even catch him in those cliche fitness DVDs from his time as an instructor with Les Mills.

In more recent years, Peter has been educating the educators as the general manager of NZMA (New Zealand Management Academies), the largest private tertiary group in New Zealand, and the New Zealand Institute of Sport.

He was then the national sales manager for UP Education, where he helped upskill the current and next generations of personal trainers alongside the biggest PTE programme in the country.

“The mission is to lift the standard of the industry. We offered PT level four and five courses for free to the industry.

“Some of these people, in the 20

years they’ve been doing it, there’s so much more theory, more exercise equipment and new science.”

Peter has also been running classes at CLM, which was up for facility of the year at the same awards.

But his own award has come at the perfect time as he puts the finishing touches on a new gym he plans to open in the new year.

Planned to be in the Nelson CBD, Peter has teamed up with BFT (Body Fit Training) to open the first franchise in the region.

He describes BFT as a global model that uses modern biometric data to make the most of a workout.

“You have the BFT3 heart rate monitor and target different heart rate zones depending on the programme.

With small classes, he says BFT is set up to help people train like an athlete, while also being a community.

“Everything you do is integrated with scientific proof.”

Community bands together for inclusive sport JACK MALCOLM A new group is looking to break down the barriers of participation for inclusive sport in the region.

The recently-formed Able-Tasman of Nelson is a subcommittee that’s aim is to reduce the costs of attending the Halberg Games.

The Halberg Games are a threeday national sports festival hosted in Auckland that’s open to young people aged 8-21 with a physical or visual impairment.

Neisha Kindley is one of the driving forces behind this new push, having seen how much of an impact the games played on her family.

“The biggest thing for people travelling from rural areas is realising we’re not alone. It’s different but the same, you’re not the only

one who’s going through that.

“We’ve never had it before we went to the games. Now we have to keep going every year.”

That sense of community permeates everything at the Halberg Games, with all participants and their families staying on site at King’s College.

With the boarding houses open, Neisha says you don’t even have to leave the school’s grounds over the three days of action, with everything at your finger-tips.

But, with only three people competing in the games this year, she wants to grow the participation from the region.

“The biggest issue is local providers and providing opportunities,” says Halberg disability sport advisor Mitchell Rhodes.

He says travelling with a disability also provides another barrier

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While Mitchell is in charge of the Able-Tasman of Nelson group, he region, his time is also split with says.

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next edition of games for participants and their families, with funding meaning only a $50 deposit is necessary to secure a seat.

The Lions Foundation have jumped on board to subsidise the flights, while also providing the backend support to get the new initiative on its feet with support for grant applications and setting up a bank account.

Neisha says there’s a preconception that the Halberg Games are sports-focused, but that is untrue.

“The focus is on participation, meeting new friends and having fun.

“It’s open to anyone who wants to come up, walk around, make some mates and play some table tennis if they want.”

Anyone interested in learning more can email Mitchell at mitchell@halberg.co.nz

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Wednesday 20 December 2023

Classifieds

Community Notices MONDAY 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.

OSTEOACTIVE, fitness and education for participants with osteoarthritis. Mon, 9.30am, Holy Trinity Hall, 27 Dorset St, Richmond. ACC approved community strength and balance class. Ph: Nicola 0210788609 or E: nicola.rae.11@gmail.com. Cost: koha.

PHILOSOPHY GROUP Meet 2nd & 4th Mon of the month, 10am. Trafalgar Hall, 67 Trafalgar St. All welcome. TXT Zoe 0279741758.

TUESDAY WELLBY TALKING CAFÉ: Tues, 16 Jan, 10am11.30am, McCashin’s, Stoke. Wellby Talking Cafés are about social connection and finding out about groups, activities and services. www.wellby.org. nz, Ph: 035467681.

STOKE INDOOR BOWLS CLUB meet Tues, 7pm.

Warnes Stadium, Songer St. New member’s welcome. Please wear flat-soled shoes. Ph: Lynn 035477112.

YOGA for people who have or have had cancer.

Mon Afternoons, and Tues Evenings. Reg: info@ cancernelson.org.nz or Ph: 035391137.

OVER FIFTIES SOCIAL GROUP Tues, 1.303.30pm. 238 Vanguard St. Rummikub, 500, scrabble, crafts, and chat. Afternoon tea provided. Ph: Jan on 035469057 or 0274577955, or Grace on 0273109975.

COFFEE & CROSS Don’t believe in religion but

feel there is something? Come and talk. No catch - join me for coffee at ZUMO’S! Tues, 11-12pm - I'll listen. Rev. Gordon, wearing a Cross & Collar.

NELSON CREATIVE FIBRE GROUP Welcome you to friendly fibre craft meetings. Meet 2nd & 4th Tues each month. 9.30am, Nelson Golf Club, 38 Bolt Rd, Tāhunanui. Ph: Lesley 035765654. $2 for members, $4 for non-members.

STOKE CENTRAL COMBINED PROBUS welcomes new members. Meet 4th Tues of the month, 10am. Stoke Methodist Church Hall, 94 Neale Ave. Interesting speakers, outings, and lunches. Ph: Rosemary 039706872.

WEDNESDAY WELLBY TALKING CAFÉ: Wed, 24 Jan, 1.30pm3pm, Halifax Café. Wellby Talking Cafés are about social connection and finding out about groups, activities and services. www.wellby.org.nz. Ph: 035467681.

BETTER BREATHERS CLASS is now on! Wed, 1-2pm. Reformed Church, 15 Burrough Pl, Enner Glynn. Ph: Sue at Nelson Asthma Society 035441562 or E:asthma.nelson@xtra.co.nz. $5 per class.

SCRABBLE CLUB meet Wed, 7pm, Nelson City Club 1 Kinzet Terrace. Ph: Tony 035451159 or Genie: 0212141270. All ages welcome.

VOLUNTEER GARDENING Wed, 9.20-12pm.

Waimarama Community Gardens Tantragee Rd, The Brook. Tools provided on the bus stop. Ph: 0211709443.

NELSON NEWBIES coffee morning every Wed, 10.30-11.30am. Deville's Cafe, 22 New St. Want to get out and meet people? Join us for coffee and chat. New people always welcome. Ph: Clive

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LINE DANCING WITH JOY – Resumes Wed, 24 Jan, 11am - noon, Tāhunanui Community Hub. For absolute beginners 65+ (minor mobility issues and/or memory loss okay). Give it a try and stay for a quick cuppa afterwards. Resumes (with Karen at the helm!) Ph: Joy 02902089302. $5 cash.

THURSDAY SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING The Nelson Club dance. Thurs, 7.30pm. Haven Hall, 34 Collingwood St, Nelson. New dancers welcome, no partner needed. More info: Ph: Kelly 0211739642 or nelson@dancescottish.org.nz.

GARDENING GROUP. Thurs, 9:30-11:30am.

Tāhunanui Community Hub.This group invite anyone at any level of gardening experience to keep our amazing community garden healthy and thriving. A friendly group happy to share gardening tips/tricks and even offer a cup of tea. Pop in to have a stroll around the garden anytime. FREE. OFF YOUR ROCKERS CHOIR Thurs, 2pm. Baptist Church Hall, Bridge St. Invites new singers and instrumentalists, 60 plus, to join our fun choir. No auditions. More info Ph: Jan 035450434.

GARDENING GROUP. Thurs, 9:30-11:30am.

Tāhunanui Community Hub.This group invite anyone at any level of gardening experience to keep our amazing community garden healthy and thriving. A friendly group happy to share gardening tips/tricks and even offer a cup of tea. Pop in to have a stroll around the garden anytime. FREE.

FRIDAY KICKBOXING CLASSES, Tues and Fri, 5:306:30pm, Tāhunanui Community Hub. Josh

SINGLES-DOING-STUFF – Every Sun 1-3pm, The Honest Lawyer, Stoke. For You, single, who would like to get out into the social area of Our community and be comfortable within a supportive group. Let’s chat & plan our next outing. Ph: Anne 0274393503 or just turn up. Free.

SUNDAY WORSHIP, 10am, Nelson Tasman Methodist Parish Church, 94 Neale Ave. Service followed by morning tea. Everybody welcome.

NELSON CHRISTADELPHIANS - Bible Reading Group. Sun, 2:30-4:30pm, Tāhunanui Community Hub. Members of the public are welcome to join us as we read and discuss God’s word the Bible.

This is a relaxed and informal environment that encourages ‘back to basics’ Bible reading and where people are free to ask questions. Bibles available for you to use. Tea/coffee and biscuits provided. Ph: 0225460845.

MEMBERS OF THE NELSON JAGUAR DRIVERS CLUB will be displaying their cars in the grounds of Broadgreen House, Nayland Rd. Sun, 7 Jan, 102.30pm. Interested members of the public are invited to view the display and meet club members.

Cancelled if wet.

Clarke, with nearly two decades of martial arts experience, aims to create a space that promotes physical and mental health. The gym's classes are designed to be inclusive for all skill levels, helping people through the sport. $5.

AIKIDO Want to learn self-defence and become more confident? Do AIKIDO Japanese Martial Art. Children’s classes from 8 -16yrs Wed & Fri, 5 – 6pm. Check out www.aikidonelson.nz or Ph: Callum 0210694211.

SENIOR 3D FLOW FITNESS WITH COACH D: Mon & Fri, 1pm. Come join in and improve your health and fitness, including strength, coordination, balance, mobility, and agility. Tāhunanui Community Hub. Ph: 021411700. $5 per session.

NELSON NEWBIES WALKING GROUP welcomes new people. Every Tues & Fri, 10am in Nelson, Stoke, Richmond. Ph: Karin 022 152 9963.

ART & CRAFT COMMUNITY GROUP. Fri, 10:3012:30pm, Tāhunanui Community Hub. Among other activities, we engage in painting and craft.

This is a social group where like-minded individuals come together to enjoy coffee, conversations, and creative fun. We look forward to seeing you there! Ph: 0210754575. $2.

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PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION. During Dec. There is a very varied display of works by Local Photographer LISA TRUSLER in the Art Corner of the Nelson Golf Club Cafe, 38 Bolt Rd Tāhunanui. Birds, Cattle, Jigsaws, and cards!

Open to the public daily.

SUTER ART SOCIETY MCKEE GALLERY. Summer exhibition, 10 Dec - 24 Feb. Love it. Buy it. Take it, Opening night Wed 10 from 5-30 till 7pm. All Welcome.

PÉTANQUE IN THE CITY, an easy game to play, but hard to perfect. Suitable for young and old.

Come along and meet new friends. Wed & Sun. 1.15-3.00pm. Come along and try us out. Ph: Roger or Shirley 035466562.

WAIMEA HARRIERS running and walking Club Winter season. Events every Saturday. We welcome everyone of all ages and abilities. See the website for details.

Community notices are free to community groups, schools, churches, gold coin donation events and fundraising only. For classified ads and public notices please call 548 5900.

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APPLICANT: Nelmac EVENT: Nelson Italian Festival Proposed Road Closures: Trafalgar Street - between Wainui Street and Grove Street Date and time of scheduled closure: Sunday 3 March 2024. Closed between 6:00am - 7:00pm. The road will be closed.

Resident vehicle access will be available between Elliott Street and Grove when safe and directed by the contractor. Detour will be in place.

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APPLICANT: Wilson Traffic Management EVENT: The Spectacle Proposed Closures: Selwyn Place - from Trafalgar Square West to Collingwood Street, including the Church Steps and the intersection with Sussex Street, Trafalgar Square East, Hardy Street - between Montgomery Square Carpark and Collingwood Street, Church Street, Morrison Street, Hope Street, Park Street.

Date and time of scheduled closure: Saturday 23 March 2024. Closed between 10:00am - 10:00pm Contingency date and time: Sunday 24 March 2024. Closed between 10:00am - 10:00pm The roads will be closed, and access will be unavailable during this time, except in an emergency situation

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PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE OF DECISIONS MADE ON SUBMISSIONS TO PLAN CHANGE 31 (Nelson Junction) At a meeting on 14 December 2023 Council accepted the recommendations of the Hearing Panel and approved Plan Change 31 with no amendments. As of 23 February 2024 (if there are no appeals), the Nelson Resource Management Plan is amended in accordance with these decisions.

A copy of the decision report can be viewed on the council website shape.nelson.govt. nz/plan-change-31. Copies of the decision can also be viewed at terminals located at: • Nelson City Council Customer Service Centre, Ground Floor, Civic House, 110 Trafalgar Street, Nelson; • Elma Turner Library, 27 Halifax Street, Nelson; • Nightingale Library Memorial, 2 Beach Road, Tāhunanui; and • Stoke Library, 35 Putaitai Street, Stoke.

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