Waimea Weekly - 18 September 2024

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Twenty years of transforming lives KATE RUSSELL Maree Kenyon reckons she was born to be a social worker.

Whether it was her turbulent up-

bringing in the 1980s or her gift of uplifting other people - it is a career path that has now seen her support hundreds of local families over the past 20 years.

Maree is currently a social worker at Barnardos and is one of many who are being recognised today for Aotearoa New Zealand Social Workers’ Day.

“I don’t think I decided to be a social worker,” Maree says. “I think I was born with this innate feeling that everybody needs to have someone just to give them some

compassion, whether you know them or not.”

Maree dropped out of school and

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From Waste to Waist What do you get when you put protective dog cones, some pipe cleaners and scraps of fabric together? The winning costume in the 10th Summerset in the Sun’s Waste to Waist wearable art show. ‘Haute Couture of France’ was designed by resident Gwytha France, who founded the show a decade ago, and modelled by 11-year-old Rebecca Fergusson who has now clocked up nine performances over the years. The event is a community affair that involves residents, staff and families each year.

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“Prague… we did our before children trip around Europe… and I never got to see Prague, it’s just one of those places that’s always appealed to me from a historical point of view.”

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The flower fairies are spreading the joy of spring by placing bouquets of flowers around the community for someone to find.

It started in Brightwater last week, when the fairies from The Flower Farm at Appleby placed a bouquet at Snowdon’s Bush in Brightwater and since then, there has been the chance of finding a bouquet as far afield as Motueka and Atawhai.

Owner Viv Deaker says it’s a good way of promoting the business, but mostly it’s about putting

a smile on someone’s face when they unexpectedly find the fairies’ bouquets - or passing that smile on if they give the bouquet to someone else.

“We know how people react when they get flowers and we see how hard it is out there at the moment, so just want to spread a bit of spring joy. We’d like to think that somebody who doesn’t buy flowers for themselves gets them.”

Viv says the idea comes from a global movement called Lonely Bouquet Day, where bouquets are left in public spaces for others to find and keep.

Each day, she has been placing a clue on facebook about the location of the latest bouquet. On the first day, the clue was ‘somewhere in Brightwater where the piwakawaka play’.

Each bouquet has a note that starts with ‘I’m a lonely bouquet’ with the hope it puts a smile on the finder’s face and they give it a home. It asks that anyone who finds the bouquets, takes a photo and shares it on The Flower Farm’s social media so Viv and her team can follow the bouquet’s journey and know that it found a home.

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Dam cost continues to inch up MAX FRETHEY

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The cost of the Waimea Community Dam has climbed to $207.5 million, up $1m since July, but more costs are still approaching.

An adjudication decision revealed in July favoured Fulton Hogan and Taylors Contracting, the joint venture construction contractor, which raised the cost of the dam by $8.3 million, from $198.2m to $206.5m.

The cost relating to that adjudication decision has since crept up again, adding $1m to the forecast.

The increase will be funded by loans and equity.

However, matters raised in adjudication, along with others, are set to be relitigated under arbitration provisions in the contract between Waimea Water Limited and the joint venture contractor which is estimated to cost around $3m.

That $3m, expected to be the cost of preparing for and engaging in the arbitration process, isn’t factored into the revised $207.5m price tag.

Funding for the potential addi-

tional cost is being negotiated between the joint venture partners.

The joint venture contractor has advised that it will present a series of claims for additional costs, with the last claim expected to have been filed on Friday.

Waimea Water Limited, the council-controlled organisation that owns and operates the dam on behalf of Tasman District Council and Waimea Irrigators Limited, then has until 1 November to consider those claims and to file its own response. Elected members were presented with the forecast cost increase on Thursday.

When asked by councillor Mark Greening what the expected cost of the contracting dispute was, the council’s chief financial offi-

cer Mike Drummond said he was unable to disclose the contents of the claims.

“They’re subject to confidentiality and further negotiation.”

The dam has also met all of its resource consent obligations and as of Monday is considered fully operational, which means new water-take provisions will also take effect.

Council is recommending that consent holders review their consent conditions to understand what the change means for them going forward, particularly around water-take volumes, rationing and cease-take requirements.

Broadly speaking, “the ability of non-affiliated

A dispute between the dam operator and the joint venture construction contractor is the reason behind the increase.

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consent holders to take water will be restricted, and the water augmentation will flow through to those who are affiliated in regard to the dam,” Drummond said.

Full testing and certifying of the dam’s mechanical and electrical control components still need to take place before the dam is fully commissioned. The 13 million cubic metres of water held in the dam’s reservoir can mitigate the impact of a drought greater than

a one-in-50-year event.

The flow from the dam will help recharge aquifers to ease pressure caused by water-takes during the drier summer months.Water has already been flowing from the dam through a smaller dispersing valve since March, supplementing the flow over the spillway.

The combined flow averted severe water restrictions that many Tasman producers and residents were under earlier in the year.

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Twenty years of transforming lives FROM PAGE 1 left her family home in Marlborough at the tender age of 14.

“My childhood had a lot of family violence. My dad was quite a violent man and alcohol was involved.

“We witnessed, and were impacted by dad not being able to overcome that battle.”

She describes her late mother as her and her three siblings’ “saving grace”.

“She was the kindest, most caring mum you could have ever asked for. She was a very compassionate woman, even though her own life was pretty hard. We didn’t have much money, but mum always made things work.”

However, Maree’s home environment became too much for her to handle, and school life wasn’t much better, so she got herself a job at the Marlborough Shoe Factory and moved into a flat.

“I absolutely loved it. I just loved working, loved being around people. I paid $50 a week for my rent, it was cheap as chips back

Maree Kenyon has been a social worker in the region for 20 years.

Photo: Kate Russell. then.”

Maree fell pregnant when she was 18 and decided to keep her baby girl and raise her as a solo mother.

“She changed my whole philosophy on life. She gave me purpose.”

Down the track, Maree also took in her younger sister’s three

children.

“Unfortunately, she battled with severe mental health issues and took her own life in 2013.”

It was when Maree was doing some voluntary work for the Family Service Centre in Motueka that she was encouraged to get her social worker qualifications.

So, in 2004 she began her training at NMIT at the age of 32 and “never looked back”.

“The biggest battle was in my head. I’d been fed so much stuff about how I’d never achieve anything.

“Words like ‘useless’ and that sort of thing. Some days I still battle those, but not as much.”

Before starting at Barnardos just under a year ago, Maree worked at Big Brothers Big Sisters for 10 years. Before that, she was at Family Start for around 10 years.

Maree says her journey has helped her lead a career full of compassion and understanding.

“The things I’ve been through and the journey I’ve been on helps me to have compassion and some insight into what people come into

this building for, or why people put their hand out - or sometimes why people can’t put their hand out.

“Some people just need someone to smile at them some days. We don’t know what their story is.

We don’t know what’s going on in their head. We don’t know what goes on in their homes.

“I just feel really humbled that I’m in a position where someone else would want to come and share their story with me.”

Maree says she has seen a shift in who is asking for support.

“People who have never had to ask before… there has been a significant change in the demographics - and that’s okay, you know.”

Maree says today is a day to celebrate all social workers in Aotearoa.

“Imagine a world where there are no social workers? Where would people turn to who don’t have someone else in their corner? I think we’re really important, and what we do is really valuable,” she says.

The perfect patch GORDON PREECE A new attendance record was woven at the Waimea Area Quilters Group’s biannual show at Wakefield School on 14 and 15 September.

More than 500 people from as far away as the Lower North Island and South Canterbury spun a yarn with positive feedback to the “highly impressive” large and

small quilted items on display, alongside the raffles, merchants hall and the cafeteria fundraising for The Big Bake Up. Committee member Rhonda Mursell says many who attended for the first time were expecting “ordinary quilts” but were “blown away” with the diversity.

“There’s a lot of interest in craft in this district and in particular quilting and patchwork, and we

try to make it a fun experience, so everyone’s allowed to vote for their favourite quilt,” she says.

“The thing that they’ll see in the quilt show is there is not just patchwork and quilting, some of them do a technique called kawandi which is done by hand… and the big stunning ones catch you in the eye.

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Appeal of dangerous label for dog that attacked child fails MAX FRETHEY

“If I put a muzzle on him he goes depressed, and then people don’t want to come up to him,” Quaid said. “He’s a very loving dog,” Millie added.

Onyx was also described as a support dog who Quaid credited with helping him stay sober over the past three years.

“He’s made me change my life,” he said. “He’s like my son.”

However, the hearing panel of three councillors wasn’t swayed and upheld the dangerous classification for Onyx. Councillor Kit Maling described the bite injuries as “quite horrific”, while the council’s team leader of regulatory support, Shannon Green, said the attack was “quite severe”.

The council has a responsibility to insist that dogs owners meet obligations, ensure that their dogs don’t cause a nuisance, and don’t injure, endanger, or distress people or other animals.

In a statement, the council said the decision to uphold the dangerous classification was intended to significantly reduce the chances of Onyx being involved in future attacks.

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A dog that attacked a child and caused “horrific” injuries will continue to be considered dangerous despite his owner’s attempt to appeal the classification.

Onyx, a two-year-old American bulldog, attacked and bit a girl after she bent down to the dog’s height in April. She and her cousin had been playing with the dog at the time. The bite lacerated the girl’s lip and required 10 stitches.

Tasman District Council classified Onyx as dangerous in May after it was alerted to, and investigated, the event.

The dangerous classification means the owner must muzzle the dog in public, neuter the dog, and ensure there is safe access to their property. It also increases registration fees, and the council must give consent to transfer ownership of the dog to another person. The council announced on Saturday that it was upholding the dangerous classification, despite its owner’s attempt to overturn the classification in a hearing two weeks ago.

Owner Quaid Brennan said the attack might have occurred because the dog wasn’t neutered and had become protective over

Quaid Brennan and Millie Russell, with Ariella Russell (8), said Onyx’s attack was an isolated incident and that he was a “loving dog”. Photo: Max Frethey. two other dogs on the property that were in heat.

A first-time dog owner, Quaid said he hadn’t realised that owners should keep other people away from the house when dogs were on heat.

“I didn’t think anything of it,” he said. “My dog isn’t a dangerous

dog. I know, I’ve had him since he was three weeks old. He’s never attacked anyone, never been aggressive.”

His partner Millie Russell, who was supporting Quaid, said it was her niece that was bitten and acknowledged that the event was “horrible”.

“I do believe that there needs to be a consequence, and we do want to take accountability for what’s happened.”

While they both were happy to get Onyx neutered, they described the event as an “isolated incident” and didn’t want to muzzle Onyx in public.

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Mall to Fiji call GORDON PREECE “We love our family holidays… but this will be an incredible break for just us two.”

Nelson parents of three Megan and Rory Coltman are in for a scintillating holiday in Fiji next year thanks to a competition held by Richmond Mall.

For the month of August, shoppers could enter to win an all-expenses paid trip to the tropical paradise for two adults, if they spent $50 or more in a single transaction at any store, excluding Pak’nSave. The Coltman’s were the lucky dip winners from a pool of more than 10,000 entries.

Megan says it was appropriate that her purchase for the competition was a swimsuit.

“I only entered once, but it was

very appropriate… I don’t do a lot of shopping because I don’t have a lot of time, but I popped into Underground to buy a new swimsuit for summer because my swimsuits needed replacing, so it was perfect, the swimsuit will be bought out for the trip,” she says. “[The win] was disbelief initially… but I’m really privileged because I realised that a lot of people would have entered this competition.

“The swimming, the snorkelling, and exploring the small islands will be very exciting. I don’t think we would have had the opportunity to do that if it wasn’t for this.”

The Coltman’s Fiji itinerary includes a four-night cruise around the heavenly Yasawa Islands with Blue Lagoon Cruises and three nights at Nadi’s Crowne Plaza.

Asha Maihi releases her first song this month on a range of music platforms. Photo: Anne Hardie.

Singing her heart out to the world ANNE HARDIE

Lucky winner Megan Coltman, left, and House of Travel Richmond owner Amanda Radovanovich. Photo: Gordon Preece.

At just 12 years old, Asha Maihi is releasing her first song across different music platforms including Spotify, with more to follow this year.

The youngest of seven has been creating songs for as long as she can remember and is already a seasoned solo artist in front of an audience. Now, it is time to step out to the wider world of music.

Her first song, My Shoulder to Cry On, will be released on September 21 and three more are already at the recording stage, with one of those to be released later this year. A further five songs are waiting in the wings.

It’s no surprise that the preteen from the tiny settlement

of Foxhill wants to forge a career as a singer and songwriter, but she says it is also important that it remains fun.

“That’s how it all started – just having fun. I want to share my music to lots of different people and just have fun doing it.”

It has been no mean feat reaching this next step. Her mother, Michelle Maihi, has organised that side of it, from the recording of the drums, piano and guitar at a music studio in Auckland, to the vocals recording and final editing with local producer Kahu Sanson-Burnett. It has been a largely local affair, with Jayden Day Anthonise from Birds Eye Nelson both playing the guitar and doing the photography.

“Nelson seems to be a really good place for young artists,”

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Michelle says. “There’s lots of supportive programmes and people wanting to help kids in the arts.”

This year, Asha was the youngest soloist at Rockquest and Michelle says she was lucky to have the opportunity of singing in front of audiences at The Loft when it was in Nelson.

As well as vocal training with Hannah Thompson-Holloway, Asha fits in guitar, drums and piano lessons and, fortunately, the Waimea Intermediate student can get some of those lessons at school. Michelle gets to listen to her youngest singing on a daily basis and says her music is evolving as she matures.

“There’s not a day goes by she’s not singing or creating a tune, belting it out in the house.”

News One dead in highway crash One person has died following a crash on Moutere Highway, Redwood Valley on Monday. The crash, involving a logging truck and a car, was reported to police at 7.40am. A police spokesperson says one person died at the scene. Traffic management was in place on Moutere Highway between Maisey and Old Coach Rds.

Crash witnesses sought Police are asking for witnesses to come forward following a crash in Tasman on Thursday.

Emergency services were called to the scene at the intersection of Aporo and Harley Rds about 12pm. One person sustained critical injuries and remained in hospital. A spokesperson says enquiries are underway into the circumstances of the crash and police would like to hear from anyone who witnessed it or might have dashcam footage. If you have any information that could help, you can update police online or call 105, using the reference number 240913/3778.

Hiroshima survivor to speak for Peace Day At just 8 years old, Teruko Yahata experienced the unimaginable exposure to the Hiroshima bombing, only 2.5 km from the hypocenter.

Her story is one of survival, resilience, and hope for a world united in peace. Teruko will join others online at the Richmond Library on Thursday, 26 September at 5.30 pm to talk about her experience. This is a free event open to all.

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Working bees doing the hard yards ANNE HARDIE Part of the Great Taste Trail near Wakefield is being planted and nurtured by a dedicated few who want to create something special for everyone who uses it.

The efforts of the small team of volunteers have been rewarded with donated plants, initially from individuals in the community and then by 100 plants from Appletons Tree Nursery.

Every third Saturday of the month the volunteers have working bees to plant or weed-eat the trail.

The group was created after a local resident on the Wakefield Community Council, Richard Martin, was cycling the track and thought it would be a great idea if locals managed the trail near the village to make it beautiful.

Julian Eggers from the community council rallied the troops, and though they didn’t come in huge numbers, they have made up for it with their dedication.

Their efforts have been applauded by trail manager Belinda Crisp, who says it’s a community first in the region.

“It’s absolute gold. These guys are very special.”

She says it’s easy to find peo-

Belinda Crisp and Julian Eggers on the Great Taste Trail near Wakefield with armfuls of donated plants. Photo: Anne Hardie. ple to turn up one day to plant, but harder to get people committed long term.

“Everyone loves planting plants – that’s the real glory part. But if you can stick at it long enough, you can see the benefits.

Belinda says it takes five to seven years to get the plants established and it is the ongoing commitment that makes this group special.

“It’s a long-term process, so to

The annual Summit Real Estate Keir Wilkinson Memorial Golf Tournament on Friday raised an incredible $59,287.50 for Nelson Tasman Hospice. “To all participants on the day, for all your support. It was great to see you play like the pro’s. Glyn Delany and his team for all their hard work, making this event a success ARTS COUNCIL NELSON PRESENTS year after year. Most importantly, thank you to MORTGAGEE Keir and his family for allowing us to honour AUCTION him and his legacy in this way. A successful day of golf, bring on next year,” a Hospice spokesperson says.

have a group doing a little bit regularly is better than having a group that does just one big day when everyone is excited.

It’s about community engagement.”

Julian says the group has been planting around the Rotary shelter and weed-eating to keep competing weeds and grass down to give the plants a chance.

Next year the Tasman District Council will provide

more plants and the group will continue to plant the area alongside the trail.

In 10 years, Belinda says, the trail will become a native corridor and it will also be “an amazing experience” for people using the trail.

Julian says that since working on the trail, the group sees a broad mix of users from cyclists to runners, walkers, and dogs taking their humans for a walk.

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Stage set for epic twonight dance event SARA HOLLYMAN Gearing up for the fourth NBS Dancing for a Cause, for the first time the event will now run over two nights.

Project manager Emma Silke-French says they are proud of the event they have created, which is a major fundraiser for Nelson Tasman Hospice.

“When we first looked at doing it, it was in a little school hall.

We begged people to be in the first one,” Emma recalls of the first event.

Fast-forward to 2025 and the Trafalgar Centre is expected to

sell-out again, this time over two massive evenings.

“We are going to do the night twice,” Emma says.

On the first night – Friday, 16 May 2025, the show will replicate previous shows. Each pair will perform one dance, with judges scoring out of 10.

At the end of the night a People’s Choice Award will be given out to one of the dancers. On Saturday night, all dancers will dance the same routine again with an overall winner announced at the end of the night.

“Whilst they’re doing the same dance, they can dance them

very differently, it still is anyone’s game over the two nights,” Emma says. “We’re very grateful we have created this event that people respond to and want to be at. Selling our tables is the most stressful part, there’s not enough tables to go around. It’s got to the point where we thought, ‘let’s try it’,” she says of extending the event to two nights.”

With the event last year generating $440k for hospice, Emma says a more realistic expectation will be $250k this year.

Keep an eye on www.facebook. com/dancingforacausenelson for ticket details.

Ed Shuttleworth, Steph Collett, Anna Hay, Rhys Black, Jayde Howe, Lauretta Haskell, Blair Cameron, Wendy Blincoe and Richard Norriss. Photo: Gordon Preece.

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Ten locals are getting ready to start a huge journey of training for the 2025 NBS Dancing for a Cause which will return to Trafalgar Centre in May next year.

This week Waimea Weekly introduces the two final contestants, Wendy Blincoe and Richard Norriss.

Richard Norriss I am Ritchie Norriss, born and bred here in Richmond, a Waimea Old Boy and proud to continue to call this region home. A few of you may remember me from the early days, leading you through your aerobics classes in the 90’s, but most will know me more from my 37 years building homes here in Nelson. I am the owner and LPB of Norriss Building Limited. There are no surprises, I am a regular family man with three lovely daughters, two of whom have been successful dancers most of their lives. I am looking forward to showing them what their dad is made of, but most importantly, I am looking forward to being able to contribute to something that is far bigger than any one of us. Hospice needs our help, and I am ready to step out of my comfort zone, step up to the challenge, and step out on to the dance floor.

Wendy Blincoe This is going to be an amazing experience, and I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to help raise money for such a great cause! For those who don’t know me, I’m Wendy, but you can call me ‘Red’. I’m originally from Karamea but have lived in beautiful Nelson for most of my life. These days, I’m living my dream job - selling cars. I’ve been in car sales for seven years now, working at The Car Company, and I’ve met so many wonderful people along the way. My love for cars runs deep - I have a little collection at home. That’s how I met my wonderful husband, Graeme Blincoe. He’s the genius behind the Nelson Car Show, which has run for 10 years. I also love going to F45, where I train seven days a week. Yes, you read that right. For someone who couldn’t last a week in a gym before, F45 has been a game-changer.

Here’s the thing: I have absolutely no idea how to dance, or wear heels. But I’m diving in headfirst, and I’m so excited for the challenge!

With your support, we can make this a hugely successful fundraiser.

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NMIT proposal to cut jobs leave staff ‘broken’ SARA HOLLYMAN More than 20 jobs at NMIT are proposed to be disestablished, according to a proposal sent to staff last week.

Around 75 staff received consultation letters proposing the disestablishment or change of their roles which has left many feeling “shocked” and “broken”, they have told Waimea Weekly.

The Change Proposal, which has been viewed by the Weekly, seeks to disestablish more than 100 full-time equivalent roles (FTE) and reestablish 80 new roles.

The changes would mean the loss of more than 20 full-time jobs.

However, NMIT executive director Olivia Hall says the process is very much in its consultation phase and wouldn’t provide numbers on role disestablishments or staff affected.

“The leadership team genuinely wants to hear feedback from kaimahi (staff) before making decisions. At this early stage of the consultation process we do

not want to pre-judge any outcomes, this includes releasing any proposed numbers of disestablished roles,” she said in a statement.

The changes are part of a wider government directive setting out the expectations of the Minister for Tertiary Education and Skills, Penny Simmonds.

In letters from December and May, the minister confirmed it is no longer the intention of the government to have a centralised organisation.

Following this, decision-making has largely returned to divisions, including NMIT. Olivia said in a letter to staff that the Change Proposal marks the next stage in the journey back to being a regionally-led polytechnic for the Top of the South.

NMIT has run a deficit for nearly seven years while staffing has continued to grow and student numbers decrease.

The proposal says the increase in staff has not correlated to a growth in educational perfor-

mance indicators (EPIs) and has not led to better educational outcomes.

We acknowledge that for some kaimahi, this process will be extremely unsettling and upsetting NMIT

In 2008, NMIT had 255 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff, for 3031 full-time equivalent students with a surplus of $1.55M, however, by 2023, its deficit had grown to $5.98M with just 2239 FTE students and 304 FTE staff.

“Whilst the directive to change has come from outside

CAPUCHINS GET NEW HOME: Stage 1 of a redevelopment for Natureland’s capuchin monkeys is now complete. Downer Group NZ removed the old perimeter fence to make way for the new design. Donaldson Civil then stepped in to remove the old mound, dig out the new moat, and place the poles generously donated by Tasman Pines. Higgins Concrete provided the concrete for securing the poles and building our new walkway, while Edridge supplied the gravel, with concrete installed by Independent Kerb and Concreting. Natureland will now look to Stage 2, which will see new perimeter fencing installed. To support the project visit givealittle.co.nz/cause/help-build-a-new-capuchin-exhibit-at-natureland Photo: Supplied.

NMIT, the evidence clearly indicates that without changing our current structure and ways of working we will continue to lose money, we will not see better outcomes for ākonga and we will put NMIT at risk of never being a stand-alone, regionally-led institute again,” the proposal reads.

Going forward, all teams will need to be “lean, multi-purpose, flexible, and focused on continuous improvement”.

For academic staff, work is being undertaken separately to address the cost of delivering programmes.

This includes ensuring academic staff are working to the teaching load of the FTE for which they are paid which will “significantly reduce” the requirement for additional teaching resources.

A staff member, who spoke with Waimea Weekly on the condition of anonymity, says emails were sent to all staff on Thursday, 5 September, warning of a restructure. The following day, those who would be affected were contacted.

“What they are doing is awful, but how they are doing it is worse.”

They say the way communication has been undertaken has made staff feel disempowered and although there will be some new roles to apply for, some say they don’t want to continue working

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“Some have had enough of NMIT and the leadership team, others are worried about rent, groceries and for them, a job is a job.”

Expressions of interest for volunteer redundancies have been called for as part of the proposal.

Staff impacted by disestablishments will be given priority over other staff in the selection and short-listing process.

NMIT hopes that the entire process moves toward resolution “as quickly as possible” to reduce stress and uncertainty.

Consultation on the proposal will run until 2 October with a decision expected in mid-October and a plan for all recruitment, redeployment, retraining and redundancies to be confirmed and actioned before the end of this year.

“We acknowledge that for some kaimahi, this process will be extremely unsettling and upsetting.

We also know that several of our kaimahi and teams that would usually support kaimahi through this process are also impacted by the change proposal.”

Nelson MP Rachel Boyack says the proposal would be a “massive loss”.

“Te Pūkenga was bringing benefits and one of the things we were seeing was closeness to industry.

“To break it up without a plan... it’s absolutely gutting.”

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Exploration and settlement of early Waimea Plains ROBYN PARKES The settlement of Nelson began with the arrival of the first expedition ships, Will Watch, Whitby and the supply ship Arrow in late 1841. The first of the emigrant ships arrived in February the following year.

On arrival at Nelson, the outer areas of the district were quickly explored, looking at prospects for settlements and for good land. The early exploration of the Waimea Valley reported it as being interesting and valuable with the land being largely flat except for a ‘grand’ range about a mile or two into the plain, these being the Richmond Ranges. Immense beds of flax occupied the land next to the sea, running about a mile or so the length of the valley which was of a marshy nature.

There was also land like natural meadows with fine grass and sow thistles which formed a thick car-

pet and was considered possibly good pasture for cattle. Thick bush with flax and ferns extended from the river on both the south and west and the land adjoining the hills was covered in fern, with some said to be of enormous size.

Sow thistle and wild parsnips were common, but a study of the soil showed promising signs for growing food and due to large rivers and numerous streams the supply of water was guaranteed.

Overall, the land was pronounced as being fertile and ready for cultivation, but the marshes needed to be drained.

One major drawback on the plains was the scarcity of timber, as what was available was not of any great size, however it was identified that there were good supplies on the other side of the Waimea’s. With the Waimea River found to be quite navigable, wide and deep, communication by means of water was promising

An old Waimea West home. Photo: Nelson Provincial Museum, Huner Brown collection. with no roads anywhere. However, the rivers presented a challenge with many settlers being unfamiliar with the force of the rivers and in August the drowning of William Curling Young occurred when he fell into deep water in Waimea River.

Before 1842 came to a close a number of families had moved to the Waimea’s to forge out a new life on the land. Tytler brothers left their town section in July and moved to their Waimea section, and by August they and John Kerr were working the plough on

their land.

With no roads passable for carts, goods were taken by boat to Cotterell’s landing and from there transported by bullocks. From the small farms in Waimea West the land was flat, and this area was identified as being a good place to build a road. By October 1842 the building of a cart road up the Waimea Road to the river was underway and was envisaged to open up the whole of the Waimea plains. At the end of December, the first public service was held by Reverend Reay at the home of the Kerrs with 42 attending in the morning and 48 in the afternoon.

In one year, the dreams of those who left their families in the old country for a better life in an untamed land slowly became a reality as farms were formed, crops put down, homes erected, roads built and new settlements established.

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Whitebait patties for dinner

Fishing them to extinction maybe?

Lisa Robertson

I’m always happy with at least one feed of whitebait every season. Hope Chris enjoyed his feed.

Sue Dudley

Compassion leads to headstone mission

Beautiful paintings, Jean.

Jacqueline Sherwood

Good on you, Graeme!!! The world needs more caring people like you.

Joy Mather

They are so real and stunning. Gave me goosebumps. Feel like I’m right there.

Pauline Baars

Awesome work, Graeme. I remember you were my hockey coach many years ago.

Sending my condolences to you and family on the passing of Elizabeth.

Glad Thorn

Amazing art.

Judy Gray

It’s a handful more than I have. Enjoy.

Charlie Miller Well done mate, better than none. The snaps be back in the bay soon, you’ll be able to get some big fish.

Chris Weir Can’t get it here in Queensland, Australia. I used to go whitebaiting with my dad... now living here, I so miss lots of fresh seafood from home.

Dawn Kotua Cool, a feed of bait and a beer, good kiwi fun thing to do.

Keith Joyce Been down to Taieri River, alright here.

Wayne Myers Best whitebait fritters is egg and whitebait only.

Ngahuia Susan Tuhua No flour and always fry in butter... and be careful not to overcook.

Keith Joyce Try the culvert at Leisure Park in Mapua.

Got 16lb in one day.

Rob Clarke

Nelson’s ‘unmatched scenery’ inspires artist

What a star.

Jacinda Beyer-Rieger

Lovely man.

Shelley Bishop

Reaction to Ranfurly heroics

Omg, they are my relatives.

Shayla Shay Shells Kerr

So happy for the boys. Fins up!!

Helen Ward

Rolling out the tread carpet

Never thought I’d see the day, well done.

Wayne Baken

I asked the TDC refuse centre lady on Sunday and she radio contacted the foreman there. No one knew anything about this.

TDC should probably let the ground staff know.

Kris Cumpstone Would’ve been more informative if we knew what processing is next for these tyres.

Sue Wilson Brilliant idea, much welcomed!

Keith Dowling

Step Out is our month-long festival of active events throughout Nelson and Tasman District – there’s sure to be something for everyone, including: Family Fun at Snowden’s Bush Brightwater, Friday 4 October, 2.00pm Welcoming Godwits Motueka Sandspit, Saturday 5 October, 9.30am Tasman Bay Beach Clean-Up L.E.H. Baigent Memorial Reserve, Sunday 13 October, 9.00am

Good things come to those who wait, So happy for you guys.

John Kelly

Dumped recyclables costing thousands

Go the Mighty Mako!

Jane Topp

Wtf is wrong with people.

Sue Wilson They know there are zero consequences for doing this. Make the fines reflect the cost that goes into tracking them down and prosecuting.

Aaron Smith

Sooo proud of our Mako lads. Great game!!

Good luck for the next one. Cheers to you all.

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Winegrowers welcome tasting fee FROM PAGE 1 ELOISE MARTYN Nelson Tasman winegrowers are welcoming the Sale and Supply of Alcohol (Winery Cellar Door Tasting) Amendment Bill’s approval after its third reading.

The changes now allow winery cellar doors with an off-license to charge for wine tastings, addressing previous financial hurdles in covering operational expenses.

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cellar doors have the option to charge for tastings as they see fit, along with a requirement to offer snack food for sale. Our cellar doors play a key role in our regional tourism story and its activities, and they are, in effect, ambassadors for our region. This change brings them more in line with other tourism operators and will enable them to continue to provide visitors with an incredible tourism experience,” Paul explains. Rosie Finn from Neudorf Vineyards says it’s fantastic news

and will make a significant difference to small wineries and the NZ wine brand. And this change will improve the customer experience as wineries will be more inclined to pour their more expensive bottles.

“I think normalising charging for tastings brings us in line with other world-famous wine regions,” Rosie adds.

The new regulations will take effect before the bustling summer season, ensuring winery cellar doors uphold responsible hosting

practices. These include limiting sample sizes to a maximum of 35ml and complying with new requirements to offer snack food for sale and provide free water.

These adjustments aim to assist cellar doors in meeting their expenses and encourage the establishment of new winery cellar doors that may not have been economically viable previously.

This initiative is also expected to generate employment opportunities and enhance tourism experiences.

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Michael Brooks from the Poultry Industry Association New Zealand emphasises the severity of the H5N1 strain, which can kill birds within 48 hours of infection.

“I am worried, I have seen the devastation it has caused around the world. We don’t want this for our native or domestic birds,” Michael explains.

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Backyard flocks are ‘layer hens’ that typically begin laying eggs after 18 to 20 weeks from hatching.

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To protect backyard flocks, owners should monitor their birds closely and ensure measures are in place such as restricting access to wild birds and regularly disinfecting equipment and facilities. By staying informed and proactive, backyard bird owners

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Prevention key for ticks ELOISE MARTYN Ticks, a parasite that need blood to survive, are still a tricky parasite to control that can seriously affect animal health.

They prefer warmer regions and an increased presence has been noted in Tasman.

Ticks feed off a range of hosts including mammals, reptiles, birds, and amphibians. They can make animals very sick as well as present a threat to human health, as they can transmit bacteria, viruses, or parasites through their bites.

Ticks can cause anaemia and mortality.

Kim Rowe, who has been farming deer with his wife Judith in Stanley Brook near Tapawera for the past 17 years, says tick prevention is key.

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Kim says that ticks can significantly affect the quality of the velvet.

“Even if we manage to remove the tick from the velvet, it leaves scars that reduce the overall quality, therefore prevention is key for animal health and quality velvet.”

Kim now uses tick tags on the farm, which are ear tags containing slow-release tick control, pyrethroid compound.

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Danielle Brown from Redwood Valley says that this is the first year she has found or seen ticks.

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Nelson Riding Club committee members Susanne Sexton, left, and Lisa Gunson participated in Sunday’s Pass Wide and Slow campaign at Māpua. Photo: Gordon Preece.

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Nelson Riding Club president Natasha Berkett, who organised the local campaign, says the Land Transport Act currently recognises horse riders as “other” but not “vulnerable” road users, which causes them to go unnoticed in things like road safety messages and initiatives.

“We want to be officially recognised, which will put us in the same status as cyclists and pedestrians, and that would then mean that horse riding would be included in road safety messaging and driver education,”

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Natasha says the campaign also strode for drivers to be considerate near horse riders who are using roads.

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Be part of action-packed netball fun at Saxton’s this summer – register now for Twilight Netball (Social, Competitive, Ladies Only, Intermediate (Year 7 & 8) and Collegiate (Year 9-11 Grades) which takes place on Tuesday evenings, from 15 Oct to 3 Dec 2024. Register before the end of September for an early bird special of $250 per team.

Get your mates together, work crew (get playing tops and brand up… free work advertising) or just use it for a social night out!

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light competition runs for eight weeks and is organised by Nelson Netball Centre. “Playing at the Saxton Netball Courts is a cool, fun environment, and it’s a great way to get fit this summer,” says Aleisha Cederman, NetballSmart Centre Activator. For further details and to register, visit www. nelsonnetball.co.nz. Or send an email to Megan: development@ nelsonnetball.co.nz if you have any questions.

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and have an absolute blast! There’s a competition for everyone, no matter what your age or skill level – from youth and senior fastpitch for men and women, plus super fun mixed social slo-pitch teams. Registrations for the 20242025 season are now open!

The NSA Senior Fast Pitch Competition (Men and Women) kicks off on Saturday October 5, and the NSA Youth Fast Pitch (U13 & U15’s) starts on Saturday, November 2. For the little ones, the USC Monday Night Youth League (ages 5-11) begins November 4. The T-ball and U11 League is FREE to join! If you're 13 and up, check out the USC Mixed Wednesday Night Social

Slo-Pitch League, starting November 6. This runs for 5 weeks.

It’s a laid-back, modified softball league, with all the gear provided, and games happening in both spring and summer. Visit our website for more info: www.nelsonsoftball.org.nz Baseball is played by more than 60 million people worldwide.

It is a fast-paced, exciting game that enables athletes of all abilities to get involved and enjoy.

It is played across all ages in the Nelson-Tasman region, at both social and competitive levels, via two clubs: Nelson Heat Baseball Club and Tasman Country Baseball Club.

Head coach of Nelson Heat, Marty Grant, and his team of dedicated coaches deliver teeball mid week, and baseball for 12U, 14U 16U and 19U grades on Saturdays on Champion Green at Saxton Field.

The Club’s 16U team currently holds the NZ National title. Head coach of Tasman Country Baseball is Robby Cribbs. He and his assistants deliver teeball and 12U baseball with trainings at Ma-

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Get involved and watch your child’s confidence grow with regular opportunities to compete against other kids and clubs. This is a great introduction to intermediate and high school athletics and the club encourages parent support on Club nights. Starting on Thursday 17 October, 5.15 to 7pm, at Saxton Field, then every week during terms 4 and 1 (2025).

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This summer, Stoke Bowling Club is offering a FREE after-school programme for 17 weeks, running every Wednesday from 4-5pm starting October 30.

As Nelson’s premier destination for bowls and one of the top-performing clubs in the country, it is home to a world singles champion, current and former New Zealand players, multiple national title holders, and an award-winning coach. Stoke Bowls also opens its doors for those looking to unwind after work or for groups keen to hire the greens.

With BBQ facilities, affordable drinks, and bowls supplied, it’s the perfect spot for a social gathering. The comfortable club rooms are also available for hire, making it an ideal venue for events.

Whether you’re a seasoned player or just looking to try something new, Stoke Bowls has everything you need for a fantastic experience on the green! If you are interested in joining, there’s a BIG discount on memberships for the first year.

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Every Sunday from 10-11:30 am, Nippers dive into activities like beach sprints, surf swims, and board races, all while building teamwork and leadership. Plus, there's the excitement of competing in regional and national events! For those aged 14 and up, including adults, the Surf Lifeguard Training offers an incredible opportunity to gain lifesaving skills. Training sessions begin with an info evening on October 16, followed by weekly sessions through November, leading up to the final exam on December 7. With pathways into surf sports, leadership, and search and rescue, this is a chance to give back to the community while having fun. The club will be hosting an open day on Nov 3 at Tahunanui Beach from 10am – 1pm. All are welcome! Visit www.nelsonslsc.org. nz for details!

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Yvonne Asher and Ralph Davies, front, along with Noela Duell, Virginia Gray, Margaret Thompson, and Graham Price are some of members of the Richmond-based ‘Elysium Widow and Widowers Group’. Photo: Eloise Martyn.

Fostering resilience and friendship ELOISE MARTYN Losing a spouse is profound; grief intertwines with memories and loneliness can echo, yet as the Richmond-based ‘Elysium Widow and Widowers Group’ has shown, resilience can grow and a widowed life can be reshaped.

The group has been operating for almost 30 years and provides support, understanding, and friendships through shared experiences.

Group organiser Margaret Thompson was widowed around 25 years ago.

“After moving to Stoke from Blenheim, I discovered the group in the paper and have

been going ever since,” she says.

Five years ago, Margaret assumed the organising duties and expanded the group’s gatherings to weekly coffee chats and bi-monthly evening meals.

She believes regular meetings offer the opportunity to get to know people better and adds that “it’s good to get people out and about”.

Virginia Gray, a member for two decades, has been instrumental in maintaining the group’s continuity through her dedicated organizational efforts.

“The group size varies from one to fifteen attendees. It’s a wonderful environment to forge friendships and enjoy

companionship,” she says.

“The group has grown to anywhere from one to 15 people at each get-together, it’s a great place to make friendships and be with other people.”

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Ranfurly Shield on the move STEPHEN STUART Having successfully defended the Ranfurly Shield for the first time, the Tasman Mako can’t wait to parade it again.

“It was a bit of a bloody whirlwind after the team won it off Hawke’s Bay. We were a little bit pressed for time before defending it just

a week later,” says Tasman Rugby Union chief executive, Steve Mitchell. So with two weeks now until putting it on the line again, the plan is to show off the silverware even wider and further than before within the region. The Log o’ Wood stayed in Blenheim for a couple of days after Sunday’s gritty 28-15 win over competition

leaders Wellington.

Steve reckons the huge local crowd support was worth 10 points to the Mako and he’s expecting more of the same against a largely underwhelming Auckland outfit in Nelson.

Mako head coach Gray Cornelius admits he probably underestimated the affect the shield has on

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Tasman Mako replacement winger Nic Sauira being swamped by fans after his try helped the side retain the Ranfurly Shield. Photo: Stephen Stuart. the midfield. Kyren promptly scores a sensational solo try to extend the Mako’s lead to eight points and then Nic had his moment of glory on the right wing.

Parata, who had an off day with goalkicking, put in a perfect cross field kick which Nic gathered and scored in the corner.

Half an hour after the shield defence, the 21- year-old was still “absolutely buzzing”.

“Tojo(Mako assistant coach Tom Marshall) sent me out and said give me 15 minutes of hard work. So I came on

Mako captain Quinten Strange loved taking the provincial prize to his home town of Collingwood. “It’s a great way to connect with the community. You have to make the most of the time you have with it,” says Quinten, who fears a shoulder or pec injury may keep him out of the next defence on October 2.

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STEPHEN STUART It took forever to track down the Tasman Mako’s latest super sub Nic Sauira in the huge crowd that poured on to Lansdowne Park.

In the previous match it was Campbell Parata coming off the bench to land the winning penalty goal to secure the log o’ wood, this time replacement winger Nic scored the fourth and final try to ensure the Mako would win and claim a bonus point as well. No. 23 was only in the match day line up because injury had forced out regular starter Jack Gray and his place had gone to Kyren Taumoefolau. After he had been denied a try on the right wing, Kyren was switched to the left flank and Timoci Tavatavanawai moved into

the local community.

“We are just so happy we are able to keep it here for a bit longer,” said Gray. ‘A bit longer’. Okay, when pressed, a lot longer then.

“People just love seeing the shield and getting their hands on it. And there are so many stories about fans who had dads or grandads involved in challenges for it.”

and gave it my all,” said Nic. Suggest to Nic that he’s “Little Jim” as opposed to fellow Fijian “Jim the Bus” Tavatavanawai and he’s quick to credit him as a role model.

“We lived together for a couple of years and I would see him at the Mako when I was part of the rugby academy. I looked up to him and wanted to follow in his footsteps.”

So how did he think “Jim the Bus” went against Wellington’s bus Julian Savea.

“I think Big Jim was the real bus out there today,” laughed Nic.

ground, which can hold 7,000 people, was a sell out.

As well as sponsoring the Tasman “When I handed them over, there Mako, Turf Hotel owner Stan Hol- were people already lined up trying land is proving to be one of their big- to get in,” said Stan, who was a prop in his playing days in Invercargill, gest supporters on the field.

The Stoke businessman decided to Christchurch and London. put on two free buses from outside “What a game. It was an amazing day. I can’t believe more people didn’t the hotel to Blenheim on Sunday, take advantage of a free Two 50 plus seaters, so ride there and back. Sadly, imagine his disappointI wasn’t surprised because ment when only 14 regulars people In Nelson often turned up to make the trip. complain about the lack of Toss in Stan, Paul the bus big events but then don’t driver and me hitching a bother going to them when ride – that made 17. they do come along. Then That left Stan with 66 later they will say ‘we probground admission tickets.

Stan Holland ably should have gone’,” beHe was all set to try and recoup some of his outlay by selling moaned Stan. them outside the gates of Lansdowne The undoubted highlight of the bus trip back to Nelson was running into Park.

“I was going to scalp them at less than several of the Mako squad at a bar in face value because I am not a profi- Rai Valley.

And Stan just couldn’t resist leading teer,” insisted Stan.

But it turned out he didn’t need to as an impromptu version of “I want to after approaching the Tasman Rug- be a Mako Man” which the players by it wanted the tickets back, as the loved and quickly joined in on.

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Netball umpire set for international take off STEPHEN STUART

Myron Elkington is on the pathway to umpiring at the highest level.

Photo: Barry Whitnall / Shuttersport.

It is fast approaching that time of year again where achievements are acknowledged in the Sport Tasman annual awards.

Two categories have been brought back this year, the Halberg Foundation Athlete with a Disability Award and the New World Stoke Masters Athlete of the year.

That takes the total categories to 11, plus the NZCT Supreme Award.

Last year, the Fisher-Black siblings, Finn and Niamh, rode off with three of the major individual awards and could be contenders again.

Being Olympic year makes for even more intriguing contests.

“We strongly encourage the sports community to nominate people from across the region,” says Sport Tasman’s Regional Outcomes Lead, Ryan Edwards.

“The recognition of a nomination alone is something to be celebrated.”

The eligibility period is from 13 October last year to 11 Octo-

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Lots of commuting to Nelson ensued but he’s now ensconced in his old home city.

“I cheekily applied for a ministry job here and never expected to get it,” says Myron, who observed Nelson had changed a bit from his early days.

What hasn’t changed is his sense of family history and his own journey is reflected by his traditional full-face tattoo.

“I got the moko on Waitangi Day 2022, along with two cousins, and it surprised the netball community, but they were equally supportive,” says the proud member of the Ngati Koata iwi.

The Elkingtons trace their origins back to D’urville Island in the 1800’s.

“I try to get back to the family homestead there as often as possible.”

But you get the feeling that might get tougher as the former Air New Zealand highflyer seems destined for a busy schedule.

A good thing then that his employers are so flexible about accommodating his burgeoning netball commitments.

Nelson baseballers represent NZ in the US

Sports awards categories extended STEPHEN STUART

Having done the hard yards on the provincial netball circuit, Nelson’s leading umpire Myron Elkington is edging closer to international elevation.

The 36-year-old has become the region’s first ITID – International Talent Identified Umpire – which puts him on the pathway to officiating at the highest level.

While sworn to secrecy over whether that will mean being fast-tracked into the code’s big time, Myron could confirm he’s off to Rarotonga later this month to umpire at the Oceania World Youth Netball Qualifying Tournament.

He was sure due a change of fortune after Covid-19 cost him his Air New Zealand job in 2020 and then a serious ankle injury, sustained when he came out of retirement to play for the Nelson Men’s Netball side, sidelined his umpiring career for 18 months.

His most recent assignment was last month’s Nelson Premier club final after being involved in the domestic show-

piece, the ANZ Premiership, earlier this year.

The consistency Myron brought to that competition led to his new ITID elevation.

As for his umpiring style… “I like to think I am relatable and fair.

“It’s not all about me. Matches should be remembered for the players, not the officials,’’ says the Stoke resident.

His progression through the ranks has been hailed by one of the players he used to umpire, New Zealand Men’s Netball Captain, Kruze Tangira.

“I knew 100 per cent he would make it. He’s refereed us and he was excellent. The players love what he brings,” enthuses Kruze, who also used work with Myron in his airline cabin crew days.

Myron started out as a solecharge flight attendant in Nelson before he spread his wings and went to Australia before settling in Wellington.

After becoming a pandemic casualty, the cabin crew manager changed careers and joined the Ministry of Education in the capital.

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The nine other categories are: • Golden Edge Sportsman of the Year • Bowater Toyota Sportswoman of the Year • Cox Emerging Talent Award • Johnston Associates Emerging Talent Award • TSM Sports Team of the Year • Tasman Pine Forests Junior Sports Team of the Year • Rutherford Hotel Coach of the Year • NBS Community Impact Award • Rata Foundation Diversity and Inclusion Award To be eligible for the two emerging talent awards, athletes must be over 15 and have competed in U20 competition.

The awards night will be staged at the Rutherford Hotel on Friday, 6 December.

Four young Nelson baseball players recently got a taste of the big-time, representing New Zealand at an international tournament over in the United States.

Waimea College students Quinn Heiford and Cameron Lukey represented New Zealand at the U16 Babe Ruth Baseball World Series in Branson, Missouri. While Waimea Intermediate’s Tama Kotua and Lars Klaver played in the U12 Cal Ripken Tournament.

For Quinn, it was his second time playing in the US and the 15 year old says it was a great Nelson baseballers after returning from playing in the United experience.

States. They are from left; Quinn Heiford, Tama Kotua and Cam“We played really well. We eron Lukey. Photo: Andrew Board. didn’t come with a win in the tournament but we did win a game-winning hit that saw two helped us, it’s such a great exwarm-up game. of his teammates home, giving perience to play against players “The standard of play over there New Zealand a 3-1 win, its first that good and it helps us to be is so high.” ever win at that tournament. better,” says Quinn.

Cameron played mainly at first All of the boys say the support All of the boys will now turn base and did some pitching, they got from local businesses their attention to the local Nelwhile contributing with the bat. helped them fundraise for the son Heat season starting in a “I had a high percentage of hits trip, with family making up the few weeks, except for Lars, who so I was pretty happy.” short fall. has moved back to live in The Tama’s highlight was a “Thanks to everyone who Netherlands.

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Four decades enriching special athletes GORDON PREECE “It just makes me very proud that the thing has been so successful, and that the Nelson people have got behind it so much over the years.”

That’s according to the founder and current patron of Special Olympics Nelson, John Towns.

Special Olympics Nelson has provided sporting pathways for locals with disabilities for four decades, including up to 15 people who have represented Aotearoa on the global stage.

Its goal was marked with current and former members, speakers and a soiree at the Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Richmond on Saturday night.

John says Special Olympics Nelson kicked off when he marvelled at Down’s syndrome Special Olympic athletes at a Wellington work conference in 1984.

“I was so impressed with these young boys on the stage who had Down’s syndrome, and I had never come across anybody who had a mental disability,” he says.

“And, it turned out there were hundreds of them in Nelson.

“In those days, they were sort of just kept tucked away in a home and not allowed out,

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Special Olympics Nelson patron, John Towns, cuts the 40th anniversary cake with its oldest athletes, Martha Norgate and Rex Bennett. Photo: Supplied. and the more I saw of it, the more important I thought it was that they got out and did the things that ordinary people did.

“The first 10 years was just a blur, it was a very busy time for me, organising games, organising teams, raising money, and organising volunteers.”

John says the early years only featured swimming and athletics, but had evolved to

include golf, football, powerlifting, bocce, indoor bowls, ten pin bowling, and basketball, with around 70 athletes currently taking part.

National tournaments are held every four years, and some notable athletes have included Graeme Porter who represented New Zealand at the 50th Anniversary of the Special Olympics in the USA. “We’re most proud of the fact

that we’ve done this thing for these people, and that we’ve sent people off to the New Zealand and World Games, and we are a recognised sporting organisation in Nelson and Tasman,” John explains.

“There’s people there that I’ve known for the best part of 40 years, and it’s just wonderful to have these people come up and throw your arms around you and give you a hug.”

RUGBY TIPPING OUR LOCALS PICK THEIR WINNERS

Hawkes Bay vs Taranaki

ROUND 7 Shelley Illingworth

Michelle Westrupp

Mason Thelin

Peter Wilson

Northland Wellington vs vs North Harbour Bay of Plenty

Waikato vs Tasman

Canterbury vs Counties

Southland vs Auckland

Manawatu vs Otago

Taranaki vs North Harbour

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Community Notices MONDAY PHILOSOPHY GROUP Meet 2nd & 4th Mon of the month, 9.30am. S.O.S Coffee House, 42 Rutherford St. All welcome. TXT Zoe 0279741758.

SOCIAL EVENING BADMINTON, Mon, 7.30pm, Badminton Hall. Racquets avail. Bring indoor court shoes. Ph: Joe 0277834720. $5/night.

ELYSIUM WIDOW AND WIDOWERS GROUP meet Mon, 10am, Ginger, Richmond Mall, for coffee & friendship. New faces always welcome. Ph: Margaret 0272600748.

OSTEOACTIVE, Mon, 10am, Holy Trinity Hall, Richmond. Exercise class for participants with osteoarthritis. Seated and standing exercises. Exercise tips for osteoarthritis self-management. Ph: Nicola 0210788609. Koha $5-$8.

JUNIOR BADMINTON, Mon, 6-7.30pm, Badminton Hall. For School-aged kids. Racquets avail.

Ph: Joe 0277834720 / e: joe@peak.co.nz.

TUESDAY NELSON 50+WALKING GROUP, Tues, 24 Sept.

Weekly walks average 10kms. Teal Valley. Meet behind Hira Store at 9.45am. BYO lunch. Ph: Ros 021645501.

NZ CHRISTIAN WRITERS NELSON GROUP. Tues, 24 Sept, 1-4pm, Richmond Baptist Church Lounge. Open to writers at all stages from wanna-be writers to published authors of all ages and whatever genre you use. For info ph: Kay 0275476777.

WEDNESDAY

WELLBY TALKING CAFÉ: Wed, 25 Sept, 1.303pm, Halifax Café. Wellby Talking Cafés are about social connection and finding out about groups, activities and services. www.wellby.org.nz. Ph: 03546768.

STORYTIME AT RICHMOND LIBRARY, Wed during term time, 10-10.30am, Join us for exciting stories and songs for 2-5 year olds and their caregivers. Free.

SING YOUR LUNGS OUT: Wed, 10am, Club Waimea. A fun filled singing class for those with respiratory conditions. No singing experience is necessary. Ph: Jess 0275467675 – Respiratory Support Nelson.

TASMAN TRACKIES CYCLING, Wed During winter and spring (Jun – Oct), 11-12.30pm, Saxton Velodrome. Fun track racing events. Coffee & chat at ZINK Café after. Track bikes avail free of charge.

Road and mountain bikes can be used. All levels and ages welcome. Coaching & bike set up avail.

Ph: Murray 0276450033, or Roger Ph: 0274756459.

THURSDAY WELLBY TALKING CAFÉ: Thurs, 19 Sept, 1.303pm, NMIT Library, M Block. Wellby Talking Cafés are about social connection and finding out about groups, activities and services. www.wellby.org.nz Ph: 035467681.

WORLD DAY OF PEACE: A Hiroshima Survivor’s Testimony, Thurs, 26 Sept, 5.30pm, Richmond Library. We will be joined online by survivor Teruko Yahata to hear her incredible story of resilience.

RICHMOND WELCOME GROUP, 1st & 3rd Thurs of month, 10am, Paragon Cafe Langdale Drive

DEADLINE: 10AM FRIDAY - 30 WORDS OR LESS BY EMAIL ONLY PLEASE SEND TO: events@topsouthmedia.co.nz

Richmond. Do you want to make new friends? Join a friendly group for coffee and a chat. Ph: Ansley/ Phillip 035410350 | 0272212943.

RICHMOND CREATIVE FIBRE Meet, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Thurs of month, 9.30am, Birchwood Hall, Richmond Showgrounds. Come and meet others who enjoy working with fibre. Ph: Janine 035445023.

FRIDAY RICHMOND/WAIMEA RSA, Fri, 20 Sept, 4.30pm, Club Waimea. Meeting for a social gathering. Ex Service personal and partners welcome.

Restaurant open if you want to stay for a meal.

Queries Ph: 0277127247.

WAIMEA LADIES’ FRIENDSHIP CLUB, meet, 3rd Fri of month, 9.45am, Richmond Church of Christ, cnr Croucher & D’arcy Sts. Welcome new members, interesting speakers, morning tea, dining out, outings. Ph: Bev 035441469.

SATURDAY MAPUA SPRING PLANT SALE, Sat, 21 Sept, 9.30-2pm, Old Church Hall, Aranui Rd Mapua.

Plants at great prices, raffles and sausage sizzle.

A fundraiser for the proposed Mapua Community Hub. Ph: Jan 0277010132.

CAR BOOT MARKET, Sat, 21 Sept, 8-noon, 123 Sailsbury Rd, Richmond Baptist Church. Stall holders from 6.30am. Heaps of bargains, yummy food and free coffee. Facebook –“RBC Bootmarket”. Ph: Mark 0224695367.

PRETTY SMART SALE, Sat 21 & Sun, 22 Sept, 9-2pm, Hope Recreational Hall. Pre-loved clothing and accessories for adults, children and babies. Also

homewares, toys and books. Entry $2 per family, cash sales only. e: prettysmartsale@gmail.com.

TE MANA HĀ WAIATA WORKSHOP AND CONCERT, Sat, 21 Sept, 10-12pm, Richmond Library.

We welcome all levels of singers and te reo ability to learn waiata during this two-hour workshop.

Koha is welcomed.

WORLD SPINNING DAY, Sat, 21 Sept, 10-12pm, Richmond Library. Bring your tamariki along to see the Richmond Creative Fibre Group and their spinning wheels turning fleece into wool.

CAKE DECORATORS are taking part in An Adventure in Art. Sat, 21 Sept, Greenmeadows Community Hall. We will be demonstrating and making Poinsettias. Ph: Desiree 0276302359.

QUALITY CRAFTS NELSON, Sat, 21 Sept, 8-noon, Richmond Baptist Church, 123 Salibury Rd. Walk through the Boot Market to the Church Lounge to find us. We have a wide selection of quality local handmade crafts. Ph: Kay 0275476777 for info.

SUNDAY ELYSIUM WIDOW AND WIDOWERS’ GRP, meet for lunch, Sun, 22 Sept, noon, Squires, Stoke.

Ph: Margaret 0272600748 SUNDAY WORSHIP You are warmly invited to attend weekly worship. Sun, 10am, Nelson Tasman Methodist Parish Church, 94 Neale Ave Stoke.

Morning tea follows the service.

NELSON SPIRITUALIST CHURCH, weekly service, Sun 7-8pm, Cnr Tipahi and Motueka st. All welcome. Healing avail before and after service.

GENERAL GROUPS RAKAIA LIONS LILY & FREESIA, proceeds (Cancer Rehabilitation). Bag of 4 oriental Lilies for $10.

Bag 20 Freesias $5. e: margaret.ralph.c@icloud. com. Or Ph: 5476571 or Ann Law Ph: 5475661.

Plant now & will flower this season.

MAGENTA CREATIVE SPACE EXHIBITION, during Sept, Richmond Library. Celebrating Mental Health Awareness Week. “Community is what we create together.”

FREE FUNCTION ROOM HIRE to all community groups. Avail 7 days. Wakatu Hotel, 83 Collingwood St. Ph: Craig 035484299.

NELSON TASMAN HOSPICE SHOPS need volunteers in their Nelson Richmond Motueka & Takaka shops. Volunteering is great & a good chance to meet new people, gain new skills & help your hospice. Ph: 035463912.

GROW needing help. Use a Program and Method.

We are here for your mental health. Ph: 035476120.

BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP, Cancer Society Nelson, 102 Hardy St. Reg Ph: 035391137 or info@cancernelson.org.nz.

CLUB WAIMEA SQUASH Lower Queen St. Family friendly club, 4 glass back courts, easy non-member booking system – instructions on squash club front door. Ph Dave 0274751940.

LINEDANCING For everyone. A new Beginners class for keen people. Warnes hall Songer St. Free morning tea friendly and social. We are a caring Community. Ph: Diane 0274491569.

RUTHERFORD ROTARY New members welcome.

Ph: 0211475357.

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PH 544 9037

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FOR SALE

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FIRE & COLLECTABLES AUCTION

The English comedy series by Roy Clarke “Last of the Summer Wine” Complete Series, Episodes 1- 28. Ph 022 100 1944.

Vineyard Sprayer Operator For immediate start. Growsafe an advantage. Based in Appleby, Nelson. Must be mechanically minded and be able to work as part of a team. Early starts, and 40+ hours/week. Phone for further info – 0274 451 555 or anna@seifried. co.nz

221 Appleby Hwy, Richmond, Nelson 11am Saturday 21st September

(Viewing from 9am day of Auction. Viewing also Friday 10-3)

1887 Horsedrawn appliance, 1923 Model TT, 1937 V8 Ford (with only 11,683 miles), uniforms, extinguishers, signs, brassware etc PHOTOS/INFO: www.jwauctions.co.nz

FOR SALE

Payment Cash-Eftpos-Visa-Mastercard Absentee and phone bids welcome John Walker Auctioneer 027 4432 525

PH 05 544 9037

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Electric Bed, Howard Wright Model M7. Fully adjustable with side rails, removable ends and IV pole. Recently serviced. $1600 ono. Txt 021 230 2851.

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WANTED TO BUY Cabin/Sleepout wanted, accessible by Hi-AB truck. Contact 027 258 1246.

WANTED Waimea Intermediate School

FOR HIRE

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GARAGE SALE Your garage sale ad here.

Phone 544 9037.

2025 Year 7 & 8 Enrolments Enrolments at the school is governed by an enrolment scheme, details of which are available from the school office and website.

FOR SALE

Applications for out-of-zone places are now being invited for those students who will become eligible for enrolment commencing in 2025.

Your for sale ad here.

Phone 544 9037.

The deadline for receipt of applications for out-of-zone places is Thursday 26 September 2024.

FUNERALS

Providing Gentle Guidance When You Need It Most

Parents of students who live within the home zone should also apply by this date to assist the school to plan appropriately for next year.

If a ballot for out-of-zone places is required, it will be held on Friday 18 October 2024. Parents will be informed of the outcome of the ballot within three school days of the ballot being held.

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Garin College

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544 9037 or email sara@topsouthmedia.co.nz

Permanent, Full -time position, 37.5 hours p/w We are seeking applications for an experienced Office Manager to lead and support our busy and welcoming front of College office, start date negotiable from 10 October 2024. This role will include administration and attendance duties; extra remuneration and hours for Board Secretary responsibilities - development will be provided.

The successful applicant will work in our school office five days (37.5 hours) a week, 8am - 4pm during term time and an additional ten days as negotiated during the year to cover the start of term.

Remuneration will be according to the Support Staff Collective Agreement, Grade 5 position, Step dependent on experience. The successful applicant for a non-Special Character position will accept the condition to support, uphold and be positively involved in the special character of the school.

Applications close 12pm noon, Monday 23 September 2024. Application packs are available on our website www.garincollege.ac.nz/vacancies/ Please email a cover letter, completed application form and CV to hr@cloud.garincollege.ac.nz

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