Waimea Weekly - 22 May 2024

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SARA HOLLYMAN

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

although it was fleeting.

Georgia, Georgie, Gee, is described as F***n insane, stubborn, headstrong and charitable, by Liv and their mum Robyn. But above all, she was determined.

Georgie passed away in Novem-

Georgie’s lasting legacy for hospice

ber at age 27 after a long and public battle with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and, even though she is no longer here, she continues to make a huge impact.

While Nelson Tasman Hospice was involved with assisting Geor-

gie for the better part of three years, her final months were spent at Stoke’s hospice facility, a place that Robyn says gave herself and Liv a second family.

“We embraced hospice because the minute you walk through the

door you are greeted with love and you’re coming home to a really special part of your family,” Robyn says. “And you know that when you walk through those

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

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Tasman District Council is finalising its 10-year plan, what would you like the council to put its money towards?

“Certainly not on [cycle lanes], I’ve lived in Richmond for most of my life and it’s a shame that the council has gone and done what they’ve done… someone is going to get bowled.”

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

Resident’s waste decreases

Waste Management and Minimisation total waste to landfill from the Nelson Tasman region, measured during July-Dec 2023 was 341kg per person, which represents 682kg per person per year. The target is less than 705kg per person.

River dumping

There were 25 instances of dumping reported and 21 of these were recorded as being removed within five working days (84 per cent success). The remainder were all completed within nine working days. The reason for this drop in performance was reviewed with the contractor and was due to short term staffing challenges. Target removal withing five working days is 95 per cent.

Libraries get new books

11,163 new items were added to library collections between July and December. This equates to 188 items per 1000 residents. The annual target was expected to be achieved by the end of the year. Target number of new and replacement items is equivalentat to at least 300 items per 1000 residents.

First in region to receive Hilux hybrids

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

Richmond Aquatic Centre

The flushing mechanism on some of the Aquatic Centre toilets have become difficult to use due to age and an unexpected repair will need to be carried out. Staff are planning to reprioritise existing work to achieve this, however, if not possible the work will be deferred until the new financial year.

“Roading, I think it’s really bad, there’s congestion, and it would be nice to have an overbridge.”

“Roading, they’ve spent millions on it, but it’s still not that great… also public safety and general wellbeing.”

“Roading would be a good one, Richmond is growing significantly, and at the moment the roading and traffic in town is quite bad.”

Engineering ‘mistake’ behind Richmond Library’s leaking roof

MAX FRETHEY Local Democracy Reporter

The solar panels on the Richmond Library which caused the roof to sag and leak were installed after the council received flawed engineering advice.

“We had an engineering report that said that the roof would be able to take the weight of the panels,” says Nick Chin, the council’s enterprise and property services manager.

However, the roof started leaking after the panels were installed 18

months ago.

“We’ve gone back to the engineers and they said ‘look, it was a miscalculation’ … they have admitted that there was a mistake.”

The solar panels are now planned to be relocated from the centre of the roof to the side of the building, which Nick said was “a lot more cost-effective” than the original idea to relocate the panels to the Tākaka Library.

When presented with the information during last week’s operations committee meeting, councillor Brent Maru suggested the

engineers would be insured for mistakes in their professional advice.

“Is that being followed up and is that going to help offset the move?”

Committee chair and councillor Christeen Mackenzie directed Nick to investigate that possibility after he said he hadn’t looked into that.

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The roof on the Richmond Library sagged after solar panels were installed followng flawed engineering advice. Photo: Max Frethey.

Runway extension hearing proves ‘emotional’ at times

The “emotional” hearing for Nelson Airport’s private plan change request and notice of requirement ran for five days last week.

The changes would provide the airport with the necessary planning approvals to support its future operations – including the ability to extend the main existing runway to the north within the next 10-15 years.

The airport highlighted its importance to the regional economy and argued to the panel of three commissioners that an extended runway would be safer and is expected to cater to next-generation, low emission aircraft.

However, swathes of Tāhunanui, including the campground, would also become subject to new restrictions imposed by new air noise boundaries.

Tāhuna Beach Holiday Park chief executive David Pattinson said he was “gravely concerned” about the impact of the development restrictions would have on the park, such as limiting the construction of much-needed new ablution blocks.

However, he also raised concerns about the future of the holiday park’s 115 long-term

residents who could be facing eviction thanks to a “unique” combination of the sought designation changes and planning discrepancies at Nelson City Council.

David Pattinson said he was “gravely concerned” about the impact of restrictions.

Photo: Supplied.

The council is due to present on the situation to the independent commissioners on Thursday.

The Nelson Golf Club called the runway extension an “existential” threat – the runway extension would cut the golf course “in two” – and also submitted against the airport’s proposal.

Golf club leadership and mem-

bers told the panel that the club provided an important role in the region, providing a space for dozens of community groups and playing a central role in raising hundreds of thousands of dollars for charity.

The Tāhunanui Business and Citizens Association also opposed the plans because of the development restrictions that would be placed over parts of the suburb which would contribute to the area’s deprivation, said chair Jacinda Stevenson.

Dozens of other individual submitters also voiced their concerns about increased noise from aircraft, development restrictions, environmental effects, and community engagement.

The hearing has been paused after Nelson Airport’s counsel suggested a 6-week break to allow further engagement between the airport, the holiday park, the golf club, and council, to try and find outcomes more palatable to all parties.

More detailed coverage of the week’s proceedings can be found on the Nelson App.

Georgie’s lasting legacy for hospice

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doors, everything’s going to be okay.”

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

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

“And it’s a giggle,” Liv adds of the adults-only book. “If you know Gee you know that everything’s all roses, and it’s all pretty on the outside and there’s a subtle ‘f**k’ in there.”

“There’s definitely two levels to this book,” Robyn says. “There are people who need some time out, and to be able to remove themselves from a situation. Then there’s the fundraising side of it, and knowing that it’s come from someone who has has been through the hospital system and understands.”

Grant for cycle trail

Tasman Great Taste Trail has received a grant of $2,900 for its Waimea Estuary Enhancement Project, thanks to OneFortyOne. Trail Manager for Nelson Tasman Cycle Trails Trust, Belinda Crisp, says they saw an opportunity to beautify the segment last year and launched a project to

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

“I had to get a bigger car because we were doing two or three loads backwards and forwards to get her stuff to hospice,” Robyn laughs. But it’s just another thing the family say makes hospice such a special place.

Liv says, after their time there

Gee may be responsible for a huge number of people having “very unhealthy addictions” to Peter Alexander pyjamas. Because she couldn’t go out shopping and was in bed a lot of the time, it was a way she could look and feel better.

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

Gee, always wanting to do “little extra things” for the hospice and staff that gave so much to her, took it upon herself to organise a PJ day for the entire hospice, including a three-judge panel –herself, Robyn and Liv – although Gee had final say, awarding prizes for the best set of pjs.

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

shield two industrial areas from the trail using a modular fencing system. They installed 22 wooden modular sections along a 185m stretch of trail to create a visually pleasing barrier, and the granwill go towards another module. “We also intend to do further native planting to enhance the natural environment, and this is sched-

loved her,” Robyn says. “Because not everybody would do that for someone.”

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

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

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

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

“We just want people to buy it and enjoy that legacy that she’s left behind and help her help hospice. We want people to be able

uled for this winter,” Belinda says.

RSE

workers’

challenging returns

Employers are facing numerous challenges as they try to book flights for Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) workers from Vanuatu - after the collapse of

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

to support hospice in Georgia’s name,” Robyn says. “Everybody wanted to see her live her lifetime in the time that she had left, and she did, she lived a lifetime in 27 years, and this is a way she can

the country’s airline. Air Vanuatu went into voluntary liquidation earlier this month, grounding all flights and leaving 1458 workers stranded in New Zealand and the Tasman region with visas soon to expire.

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keep giving back.”

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

‘With brave wings she flies.’

Hangout

Wakefield Village Hall will become a teenage dream from Wednesday night. Wakefield Youth Hangout is a free hub for locals in Year 9 to 13 to wind down with indoor sports, music, board games, food, and a chill out zone. The hub will be open every Wednesday from 6:30pm.

Yarning behind the crochet critters

GORDON PREECE

Whether it’s animals or French fries, Hope-based Melissa Gallagher has crocheted 70 items since 2021 to give visitors to public spaces a random act of kindness.

Waimea Weekly recently printed a photo of a crochet ladybug that was found by a Hope resident in a local playground, which a reader recognised as Melissa’s work.

The Random Acts of Crochet

Kindness NZ Facebook page has more than 490 members in stitches, crocheting or knitting small objects with a note, and placing it within their local communities for a lucky stranger to find and hopefully make their day.

Melissa intertwined with the group after volunteering at a charity which made comfort packs for children, and says with the help of her stepson, Connor Suttie, 11, and stepdaughters, Georgia Sut-

tie, eight, and Amelia Suttie, 10, they have placed crochet items all over Nelson, and as far away as the Maruia Falls. “It’s really nice to get the messages on the Facebook page, and it’s nice to see that [the crocheted items have] gone to a really nice home, especially when the children are sleeping with them or turning them into keyrings and putting them on their school bags,” she says. “It’s a bit of a spin on the painted

rocks we see around the gardens, so I thought it might be quite nice to have something comfy to take home.

“I put on mine, ‘I’m not lost, I’m just alone, If I made you smile, please take me home’, and I reference one of the random acts of crocheted kindness websites on there so they can go and see what we’re all about.”

Melissa says the items are kept in clear plastic bags as they await their new owners.

Rainbow Ski highway’s beautification grant

Rainbow Sports Club Inc has received a grant of $2,500 from OneFortyOne for its highway beautification project. Club committee member Steve Alloway says the direct access from State Highway 63 onto the Rainbow Valley access road is the first impression for visitors and is currently “unsafe and unsightly”.

The roadside parking/car pool area is overrun with five foot high blackberry, which is a safety issue for the cars parked behind them as they are not visible from SH63.

“A beautification project has begun through volunteer efforts. Progress to date has the area being mown with specialist mulching head machines, sprayed twice and weed whacked into shape, the main sign removed, repainted and replaced.”

The funding for the project comes from OneFortyOne’s community grants programme.

“With the OneFortyOne community grant funding, we now able to spread mulch on the bund and plant low height native plants to beautify the entrance area. This will be a community planting activity with St Arnaud School involved, as well as parents and locals,” Steve says. “Having a more appealing road entrance will benefit not just the Rainbow Ski area image but also the very popular Rainbow Rd to Hanmer summer traffic.”

Rainbow Sports Club is community run and locals have learnt to ski there over the past 30 years.

Melissa Gallagher, and her stepdaughters, Georgia Suttie, 8, centre, and Amelia Suttie, 10, have placed a myriad of crocheted toys at Richmond’s Washbourn Gardens. Photo: Gordon Preece.

Taking art to the highway

It would be hard to find a higher-profile location for artwork than the shed wall beside the Coastal Highway where Chris Zesk has sprayed his latest mural.

This is his third mural in three years on the wall near the Appleby Bridge, with the monarch butterflies of his last mural now replaced with super-sized bees feasting on blossom. In

the centre is the graffiti-style signature of his artist name, Zesk, emblazoned in bright yellow to catch the eye of some of the thousands of people who drive past every day.

Builder by day, street artist when he gets the opportunity, Chris spent about six hours spray painting his latest mural onto the wall, which is one of about eight murals he has around Richmond and Nelson.

“I’m always looking for places I

can paint and I always thought this would be a prime spot.”

The owners of the shed are happy for him to paint the wall and his aim is to repaint it every few months with a fresh design. Chris says he tried the art route as a career, but it was a struggle to stay enthused when he was not always painting what he wanted to paint. So now he just gets the cans of spray paint out when he finds a wall he can paint.

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Chris Zesk spent about six hours painting his latest creation beside The Coastal Highway in Appleby. Photo: Anne Hardie.

Paying it forward to heat homes

ANNE HARDIE

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

ten with respiratory problems in a cold house.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Staying warm on a budget as cooler days increase

Winter’s almost here. We’re definitely feeling some cooler days, and power bills will rise. If you’re on a benefit, including superannuation, you’ll be receiving a ‘winter energy payment’ between May and September, but what can you do to help yourself? You can check you’re on the best electricity plan by contacting your provider, or check the Powerswitch app. Use free energy from the sun when possible, by drying laundry outside on a washing line or clothes airer. Water heating costs more in cold weather, so keep showers short

and check the flow rate. If water from your shower fills a bucket in less than a minute you could save up to $150 per year by installing a more efficient showerheadthey’re not expensive. Insulation keeps the warmth your heating system creates, inside. Warmer Kiwi Homes subsidises insulation if you own and live in your home and have a low income. Check if you’re eligible and apply online. For renters, the

glazing with plastic sheets or bubble wrap works for very cold rooms, and use old-fashioned ‘snakes’ - a tube of fabric stuffed with batting - to stop draughts under doors. You can source curtains at Op Shops, as well as blankets and duvets to keep you warm at night. Did you know that a warm underblanket or mattress-cover keeps you cosy? Heating can be electric or an approved woodburner. If you have

ventilation to air the house and remove moisture from cooking, showering and laundry. Open windows on fine days and close them as the day cools, because dry air is easier to heat than damp air. A dehumidifier may help, and is cheaper to run than extra heating. Remember, there is help available. Te Whatu Ora’s Healthy Homes programme provides grants for insulation and heating for home owners and landlords. Their website has more helpful tips for staying warm and keeping down your costs.

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

CAB Nelson Tasman. TDC Richmond. Ph: 03 5482117 / 0800 367 222, nelsontasman@cab.co.nz

Mad Max does burgers

Appleby is a far cry from Thunderdome in a post-apocalyptic desert, but it does feel like a rebel from a Mad Max movie has rumbled into its midst since Anarchy Burgers parked up at Greenwood Park. One of the family members behind Anarchy Burgers, Alan Gundry, says the vehicle was built in Christchurch with a Mad Max theme, but using a 1963 Fairlane Compact lodged on top of a Dodge International. A gun turret, gas tank and the general impression of anarchy sets the scene for a business that is more about selling a decent burger. Photo: Anne Hardie.

Educating through forestry exploration

ELOISE MARTYN

Seeing a Kenworth log truck, with its 24 wheels and a full load of 15-metre-long logs destined to be turned into fence posts, arriving at Brightwater School was an exciting and memorable experience for the children who recently had the opportunity to learn more about our vast forestry industry.

‘Wood is Good’ is a forestry and log transport programme specially developed for primary schools nationwide to educate children about the forestry sector and the importance of wood in our daily lives. It is funded by the Forest Growers Levy Trust and the Wood Industry Development and Education Trust.

“It was a great day, the whole school took turns and every child got to go out and get up in the cab of the log truck and have a look at how big the truck and its wheels were,” Brightwater School’s deputy principal (junior syndicate)

and Wai-Iti teacher and team leader, Aimee Sinclair, says.

“Through a series of demonstrations, children got to see first-hand how the sheer size of the truck made it hard for the driver to see them and gave an understanding of blindspots.”

The pupils in groups talked about logs and trees and found out how forests work and how they are cared for, which highlighted how valuable local forestry is to the community.

Children were asked to raise their hands if someone in their family, or someone they knew, had a connection to the forestry sector; a huge number of small hands quickly shot up.

“Many of our families have a connection to the forestry industry, and the ‘Wood is Good’ programme provided resources and activities, videos, forestry activity books and picture books, which further enhanced the learning experience, encouraging children to explore different

aspects of forestry beyond what they might initially think of,” Aimee says. Topics covered were environ mental carbon storage and climate change, the diversity of wood products, and how plantation trees are grown and harvested in our area.

The information was de livered by Grace Perkins of Tasman Pine Forests and Hannah Munro of Discover Forestry New Zealand. They are professionals who work in the industry so were able to talk about what they do in an interesting and relatable way for the children. Some of the classrooms had the opportunity to learn about the use of drones as forestry work tools.

Brightwater School reported that they feel the programme plays a crucial role in foster ing the understanding and interest in the forestry sector among the younger genera tion and potentially would inspire future involvement and careers in this important industry.

5, at a special ‘Wood is Good’ session aimed at educating children about our vast forestry sector. Photo: Eloise Martyn.

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A football first for Murchison

This really is awesome to see. There is so much good that can come from this.

Phil Smith

We are so incredibly proud of this team and to call them a part of our club. You know what the best part is? They even get to play at home in Murchison!

Richmond Athletic AFC

Thanks to Cherie, Bryan and Richmond Athletic AFC for making this possible for our kids and Murchison. They are having a great season so far and looking forward to their first win.

Andy Farrow

Great work, Richmond Athletic AFC.

Toni Elizabeth Benton

Love it! Well done to everyone involved and the players! They are ace.

Lianne Farrow

Fantastic, and all the very best to the new Murchison team.

Stu Reid

New faces in Richmond business world

At the cost of a supermarket, a sport shop, furniture and appliances store of late. Twenty years ago, we had

PlaceMakers, Mitre 10, appliance stores, carpet and tile retailers and banks. Shops that thrived on a Thursday night and Saturday morning. Now it’s dead to what it was, and we have quadrupled the population. Really advancing, aren’t we.

Merrick Allan

So good to finally have a decent outdoor store in Richmond.

Hayley Green

All the best!

Baby On The Move - Nelson

Would love a few more.

Jessie Barber

Ooh, Vietnamese food!

Andrea Grocott

P.M. visits Waimea Community Dam

I’m still wondering why we need a Hope Bypass. I drive along there weekly and it’s never an issue, Rocks Rd is way more urgent.

Sue Wilson

We don’t need a Hope Bypass. We need better public transport options, the school in Berryfields, less house building on arable land in Hope, etc.

Merophy Hyslop

We don’t need a Hope bypass, we need a Richmond lights bypass.

Vicki Scott

Appleby School’s mural tells a story

Wonderfu! How special that a kaiakō from your school had been able to do this... even more precious.

Kelly’s Kete

Waimea Old Boys also for the women

Great to see a write-up on the ladies team.

Debbie Harvie

‘Over the moon’ at NASA opportunity

Wow, congratulations on this.

Dennis Goodman

Wow, congratulations Tait!

Sue Neal

Kindling kids all fired up

And the wood has been brilliant for starting my fire. Dry and a variety of thicknesses.

Dixie McDonald

Love it and them!

Vivienne Borlase

It’s awesome. Learning that everything is not just handed to them. Won’t be part of an entitled teenager. Well done, the 4 of them.

Vanessa Rose

Fantastic kids. Cheryl Brooks

This is awesome! Teaching real life skills from a young age! Thanks for the inspiration and all the best to the kiddies making $$!

Ruby Kay

Thank you for your time, Anne, and for this lovely article - we appreciate you supporting the little guys and little stories in Nelson!

Louise Monge-Grassi

Fantastic, teaching great work ethics from a young age.

Sheryl Waterhouse

Fun fire afternoon for Tapawera

Fantastic brigade out there in Tapawera.

Lance Evans

Family is just as important as the worker.

Sam Sam

Inclusive playground ‘would be magic’

Good work, beautiful ladies! Annie Riley

Nice work!

Lisa Hill

That’s awesome. Bronwyn Webby

When motorcycle safety trainer Kevin Guthrie needed a new bike he turned to the region’s number one motorcycle business for advice.

Kevin, pictured left, bought his new Harley Davidson off Filco Farm & Sport earlier this month. Filco owner Dave Filer says his business can provide expert advice and equipment for a range of motorcycles, including Harley Davidson.

Photo: Steve Page.

Local History

Methodism in Richmond

ROBYN PARKES

The history of Methodism in Richmond goes back almost to the settlement of Nelson. The first Methodist service in Richmond was held in 1843 and the first Church was built the following year, being a small weatherboard structure. Rev. John Aldred was appointed minister to Nelson and during 1843 a preaching service was opened in Richmond.

The first marriage in the first church was Matthew Hawkins Little to Mary Ann Jackson, on October 16, 1846, by the Rev. J. Aldred, and the second was Joseph Batey to Mary Ann Wagstaff on 16 January 1847. Among the baptisms in the 1840s were the surnames of Harwood, Stirling, Stone, Wallis, Dodson, Ladley, Jefferies, Harwood, Garnett, Best and Haycock.

In 1866, additional land was pur-

chased on which was a cottage.

The Rev. R Burn and his wife resided in the new parsonage and in the same year a new church was built costing 400 pound. In 1877 a parsonage of eight rooms was built at a cost of £350. By the time of the church’s centennial in 1943, twenty-one families had lived in the old home.

In 1881, a separate circuit from Nelson was established with Richmond as the centre containing eight preaching places. Rev. Joseph Berry was the first superintendent of the new circuit.

The time came when a more suitable building was needed for the congregation and in January 1913 the ceremony of laying the foundation stone of a new church was performed in the presence of a very large number of people, a large proportion of whom journeyed out from Nelson by train.

The proceedings opened with the

singing of a hymn, followed by a prayer by the Rev. G. W. Bond. The Rev. Mr. Eaton wished all those who had come to the gathering, especially the Rev. Ready, a very hearty welcome. Prior to the laying of the foundation stone, Mr W E Wilkes, contractor for the building, presented Rev. Ready with a silver trowel as a memento of the occasion. The stone, which was of granite, was then lowered into position.

The new church was opened on a wet and wintery day in June.

The congregation gathered at the doors of the church and, after singing a hymn, Mr Eaton presented the key for the front doors, calling on Rev. S Lawry, President of the Methodist Conference, to open the doors and lead the way into the church. Services were held morning and evening with

a children’s service held in the afternoon. The church was built on the site of the old one and it was noted that the pretty design could not fail to attract notice. Besides the main building, the dimensions of which were 45 by 30 feet, there was also a gallery, vestry, two ante-rooms, belfry, and a front and side porch. Seating accommodation was provided for about 180 people. The walls

were of plaster, finished in rough cast and the roof was painted iron. The interior walls were also plastered with a dado panelling, the furnishings being in stained wood and lighted with kerosene lamps. The whole building was of Gothic design costing around £810. The church accommodated the congregation for many years before being condemned in 1989 and demolished in 1992.

The new church 1913. Photo: Nelson Provincial Museum Kingsford Collection 161458.

Men’s group comes to Murchison

ELOISE MARTYN

For the last three years, Victor MacGill and Hardy Bachert have undertaken a major initiative to make men’s groups more visible and accessible to the public and now they are offering sessions for the men in Murchison.

Victor has been a member of men’s groups since 1982, but a few years ago felt that the groups were mainly made up of the older generation, with dwindling membership numbers.

So, he teamed up with Hardy to enliven the group’s sessions and direction, which has been a success with men’s groups now formed and meeting regularly in Nelson, Golden Bay, Reefton and, very recently, Murchison.

“We see ourselves as a part of an international movement and together we have formed four new groups in the past two and a half years as well as hold retreats for deeper personal development work. We also run International

Men’s Day events annually, promoting our work and the services available to men,” Victor explains. He says that it’s important for

men to share what’s happening in their lives.

“We like to chat about what’s on the top for each of us, health, re-

Splish splash success

ELOISE MARTYN

Nine Plunket parents and their little ones recently immersed themselves in a special, funfilled water safety session initiated by Nelson/Tasman Plunket. Led by a trained swimming instructor, the session focused on acclimating babies to the water whilst instilling essential safety skills. Nursery rhymes added to the excitement, creating a buzzing atmosphere as mums and babies bonded over

the shared experience.

“The babies loved it, and it was great as you are in the pool with them doing all the activities,” says Ashleigh Monopoli, a Plunket mother to eightmonth-old Bjorn. “I think it’s so important for our young kids to start swimming early on and help them become confident near water.”

Tasman Plunket community support coordinator, Michelle Wright, described the session as “great,” noting that “every-

one came out buzzing.” Parents and babies from Hira to Wakefield attended, fostering a strong sense of community.

Participants left eager for more aquatic adventures.

The initiative not only promotes water safety but also nurtures a sense of community and confidence in young swimmers.

For those interested in joining future sessions, please contact Michelle.Wright@plunket.org. nz

beginners and an open day in Reefton which led to a Reefton’s men’s group forming. Following that success, they recently held a Murchison event and from that have formed a Murchison dropin café for men.

“We held a little low-scale event in Murchison and got a few men along, so we are going to offer a few more drop-in coffee sessions which we hope will grow.”

Usually, men’s groups meet fortnightly for an evening and the groups believe in taking responsibility for their own issues without blaming others, building caring, empathetic relationships with loved ones, making amends to the ones they may have hurt, all while supporting each other and holding each other accountable. Each group also has its own local network of support and resources from other groups.

lationships, money, family, addiction, we all have something going on.”

Last year they held a retreat for

“We will be at the Murchison tea rooms every second Wednesday around 2pm, come and say hi,” Victor encourages.

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Victor MacGill and Hardy Bachert are welcoming Murchison men to come and have a chat and talk about what’s going on in their lives at their recently-formed, men-only drop-in coffee sessions.

Photo: RISE.

Ashleigh Monopoli with 8-month-old Bjorn and Stephy-Rose Thelin with 6-month-old Beau recently joined in on a fun-filled splish splash success session focusing on acclimating babies to the water whilst instilling essential safety skills. Photo: Supplied.

Climate action festival well grounded

ANNE HARDIE

Whether it is getting your hands into soil or a bike-to-work breakfast, the Nelson-Tasman Climate Action Festival has more than 30 events focusing on a ‘grounded community’.

It is the theme for the climate change action festival which takes place from 24 May to 2 June around Nelson and Tasman and includes hands-on workshops, webinars, and even a birthday

celebration for a three-year-old microforest.

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

“It’s meant to be easy and doing practical things like how to enhance your own garden and re-

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duce your food waste. So much about climate change is doom and gloom, so the festival is meant to be empowering.

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

Among the week-long festival is a bike repair workshop for beginners, composting workshops

and caring for your soil, common edible weeds and seed saving for local food resilience. Webinars include talking with an architect about climate-friendly projects, budget-friendly energy tips and the impact of urban form on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Or there’s the opportunity to sit back and watch a movie, with the focus on climate.

Celebrating the third birthday of the tiny microforest on the Enner Glynn hills is one of the festival’s

events as Christina says the three years of management is now complete and the forest will be left alone to grow by itself. It is just 100 square metres, but a tiny, self-contained eco-world that encourages biodiversity, drawing CO2 from the atmosphere and storing carbon.

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

24 MAY

MAY -JUNE 2 REGISTER FOR EVENTS AT WWW.NTCF.NZ

6 - 8.30pm FESTIVAL LAUNCH EVENT: Common Ground Movie ScreeningTHE SUTER, NELSON

Insulation garage sale heats up charities

JUNE 2

10am - 1pmNelson Repair Cafe RESTORE, NELSON

10am -12pmCompost Get Together with Community Compost THE BROOK, NELSON 10am - 4pmEmpowering Soil 1.0. with Elliot Cleland MOTUEKA

12 - 2.30pmFashion Show: Repair with Flair GREENMEADOWS, STOKE

1 - 3pm Weed Eating - The Nourishing Kind NELSON

3 - 5pm 3rd Anniversary of Nelson’s First Miyawaki MicroforestNELSON

9am - 1pmBattle for the Banded Rail Planting Bee WAIMEA INLET

10am -2pmSeed Saving for Local Food Resilience TAKAKA

10am -12pmLearn How to Make Compost with Rex Hunt APPLEBY

2.30 - 4:30pmBike Repair Workshop for Beginners and Cargo Bike HangoutVICTORY CTR, NELSON

10am - 12pm ALL WEEK

Talk to an Architect and make your project climate friendly (MON-FRI) ONLINE / NELSON

12-1pm LUNCHTIME WEBINAR: Streets for People or Roads for Cars? How streets and community wellbeing interact. ONLINE

2.30 - 4pmVictory Working Bee & Afternoon Tea in the Mārakai

VICTORY CTR, NELSON

7 - 9am Biker’s Breakfast 1903 SQ, NELSON 10am - 4pmSustainable Farm tour GOLDEN BAY

1:30 - 2.30pmCut your Power Costs: Budget-Friendly Energy tips MOTUEKA LIBRARY

3.30 - 5pm Garden Potions for Thriving Soil NELSON

5 - 7pm Compost Get Together - Washing up party NELSON

7 - 9pm Once You Know - Movie screening in Motueka THE GECKO, MOTUEKA

9.30am - 12.30pm Weekly working bee at the Waimarama community gardenNELSON

12.30 -1.30pm LUNCHTIME WEBINAR: The impact of urban form on GHG emissions - and what that means for Nelson Tasman ONLINE

4 - 6pm Activating behaviour change for climate action in business NELSON

5.30 - 6.30pm Closing the Loop: Understanding and Implementing a Circular Economy NELSON

12.30 - 1.30pm ONLINE WORKSHOP: Plant-based eating with a light footprintONLINE

6 - 8.30pmClimate Festival Party for event hosts and festival supportersMELROSE HOUSE, NELSON 10am -12pmCompost Get Together NELSON 10am - 4pmEmpowering Soil 1.0. with Elliot Cleland TAKAKA

10 - 11amIntroduction to worm farming NELSON

1 - 3pm Forest Bathing Experience NELSON

10 - 3pm Systems and Change Workshop STOKE 10 - 4pm Empowering Soil 1.0. with Elliot Cleland NELSON 10.30 -11.30am Waimarama Community Gardens Crop Swap NELSON

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An insulation garage sale is set to heat up the funds for two local charities this weekend.

Absolute Energy is preparing to host the Charity Insulation Garage Sale at their Pascoe St premises this Saturday, 25 May, from 9am to 1pm. The unique event aims to clear out excess stock from the warehouse with all funds raised being split equally between Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter and Nelson Tasman Hospice.

Absolute Energy founder Paul Brockie says the garage sale is a fantastic opportunity for builders and homeowners looking to make DIY improvements to their homes.

“At the garage sale, we will be offering a variety of wall, ceiling, and floor insulation products at drastically reduced prices, between 50-75 per cent off the normal retail price. With more than $10,000 worth of insulation products available, attendees can find great deals while supporting vital community services.

He says Absolute Energy has always been committed to giving back to the community, supporting numerous charities and initiatives over the years.

“Absolute Community is our heartfelt commitment to extending our values beyond insulation and creating healthy homes. Its purpose is to work closely with local community initiatives, charities, and organisations, as well as to run our own community-driven projects.”

“The support from our community is absolutely vital in keeping us operating and in the air doing what our crew do best,” Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter Trust manager Paula Muddle says. “Absolute Energy’s fundraising initiative is fantastic as homeowners will be warmer and we benefit from these donations.”

Paul says they are calling on the Nelson Tasman community to support the event.

“Whether you’re a builder, a homeowner, or simply someone who wants to make a difference, your attendance and purchases at the garage sale will directly support the Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter and Nelson Tasman Hospice.

“Mark your calendars for Saturday, 25 May, and join us at 146 Pascoe St from 9am to 1pm. This is more than just a sale; it’s an opportunity to support essential community services, get great deals on insulation products, and learn more about Absolute Community. Together, we can make a significant impact and help ensure the continued operation of these vital services.”

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Be

safe and be prepared

when navigating our winter roads

As winter descends, stunning landscapes offer breathtaking beauty alongside heightened road hazards. With plunging temperatures and unpredictable weather, navigating our highways during winter calls for caution and vigilance.

Our diverse terrain presents a myriad of challenges for winter travellers. From alpine passes to winding roads, each stretch of asphalt harbours its own set of perils. Black ice and reduced visibility pose significant threats, and winding roads, sharp curves and road works amplify the dangers and necessitates caution behind the wheel. With ever-changing conditions, the key advice from Caroline Perry, NZ director at the road safety charity Brake, is for drivers to use roads as safely as possible. “This Road Safety Week we're encouraging everyone to be a road safety hero.

If you're driving, this includes looking out for people on foot and bike.” Take care around school buses, especially when they have stopped.

The speed limit in New Zealand for passing a stopped school bus is 20km/h. “In winter it can be harder to spot people like

children walking or cycling, due to reduced light and visibility.

“So, it's important drivers slow down, particularly around schools, playgrounds and other places where there are children, pedestrians and cyclists.”

Road works take place all around the coun-

try, no matter the season, and the people who work to build and maintain our roads do their best to keep things moving as best as possible. "Roadworkers do an important job building and maintaining infrastructure.

They're also people who want to get home safely to their families every day. We urge drivers to slow down around roadworks and follow the instructions of any traffic management in place, to help make sure everyone makes it home."

Regular maintenance checks should be undertaken prior to any major trip, including tyre tread depth, brake functionality, and fluid levels. A well-laid plan can also mean the difference between a smooth journey and a calamity. Check weather forecasts and road advisories for potential detours and alternatives, and adjust your travel schedule accordingly.

The key message this season is to exercise caution and adapt driving behaviour to the road conditions. Reduce speed, increase following distances, and avoid sudden manoeuvres.

Maintain an awareness of other motorists and wildlife, as reduced visibility and slippery surfaces heighten the likelihood of accidents. Despite meticulous planning and cautious driving, unforeseen circumstances may still arise.

Stoke school students Ryder PakiPaki and Carter Illingworth getting behind Road safety week. Look out for kids and slow down on our roads.

Waimea flying Mary Poppins into Nelson

ANNE HARDIE

It has been three long years since Waimea College’s last musical production, but in June, Mary Poppins will be flying into Nelson’s Theatre Royal.

Production manager Tracy Gibbs says more than 100 students are involved with the show, from cast to orchestra and the large crew behind the scenes.

Nelson Musical Theatre had planned to take Mary Poppins to the stage and had the set ready to go, but Tracy says plans were twice “scuppered” by the pandemic. That opened an opportunity for Waimea College to hire the travelling set, props and costumes for their own show.

She says Covid-19 squashed Waimea’s production plans for the past three years and Mary Poppins will be a largescale show to make up for it. One of the highlights will be running the show in the Theatre Royal Nelson, she says. That means packing the sizeable set up and setting it up in the theatre in preparation for the show that takes to

the stage on June 26 for five shows over four days.

The magical Mary Poppins with her umbrella is Year 13 student Shenae Speedy, who says even the younger generation know many of the songs of the classic including Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious and A Spoonful of Sugar – which was the nanny’s solution to help the medicine go down.

Shenae is already a seasoned actress outside the school and says this production will be special as it is a show with her peers. Being on stage is right up her alley.

“I’ve just always loved the theatre and I’m probably a bit of an attention seeker! And the adrenalin rush is massive.”

Likewise, Year 13 student Myles Smalley, who is cast as Mary Poppin’s friend and jack-of-all-trades, Bert, is in his happy place on stage.

“I just love making a fool of myself in front of people.”

Show director Mike O’Malley says the aim is to capture the magic of the show when the team of 100-or-so students take Mary Poppins to Nelson.

Myles Smalley as Bert and Shanae Speedy as Mary Poppins take time out on the roof among the chimneys of the classic show. Photo: Anne Hardie.

A pillar of quality and craftsmanship since 1984

Owned by Stuart and Beth Flowerday, operating with a younger team of Matt Harrison, Dave & Stacey Flowerday in operations and administration, Trubet Building & Joinery Ltd is an independent local business that has been a cornerstone in the community for four decades.

Established in 1984, they have a dedicated team of staff comprising skilled tradespeople in management, workshop and building sites. Trubet embodies a commitment to professionalism and quality craftsmanship and at the heart of their ethos lies a dedication to stay abreast of the current building code, practices, and certifications, ensures every project undertaken by the Trubet team meets the highest standards of quality and expertise with client satisfaction. From excavation to concrete work, residential and commercial carpentry, accessible bathrooms and solutions, to specialised areas like Skyline Buildings

and Garador Garage Doors and Gates with Automation, Trubet boasts expertise across a diverse range of building trades. Trubet’s partnership with Skyline Buildings and Garador Garage Doors underscores its commitment to excellence. Skyline Buildings, a quintessential Kiwi brand, has been synonymous with quality garages, sheds, carports, sleepouts and gottage buildings for 68 years. Trubet proudly aligns itself

with Skyline’s legacy of quality buildings over marketing with stronger built, durable and reliable buildings, offering customers peace of mind with a 25-year structural guarantee. Similarly, Garador Garage Doors epitomises innovation and security in garage door solutions. Understanding that a Kiwi garage is more than just a space for vehicles, Garador provides cutting-edge, secure garage doors

that safeguard everything stored within. Trubet’s collaboration with Garador ensures that customers receive nothing but the best in terms of quality with excellent service and reliability. Trubet have their own joinery workshop where all kitchens, wardrobes, joinery items like stairs and shelving units along with some outdoor furniture, are all made with attention to detail. We listen to what you want, and design accordingly.

Our joiners excel in custom and bespoke design. Trubet Building and Joinery Ltd has become synonymous with excellence in the local building industry. With a legacy built on integrity, craftsmanship, and attention to detail, Trubet has enjoyed many repeat customers giving longevity in business as they continue to be the builder of choice covering all levels of budget for discerning clients seeking quality construction solutions with service.

Tasman Roofing - Proud to put the roof over your head!

Tasman Roofing, a family-owned, independent business led by Nick and Holly Rowney, has been a stalwart in the local roofing industry for over a quarter of century. Providing top-notch services to homeowners and businesses alike, they take pride in their hands-on approach and unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction. Their strong, longstanding foundations ensure that every project, from start to finish, receives the attention to detail it deserves.

Led by an experienced management team, Tasman Roofing boasts decades of collective expertise in the local roofing industry. With a focus on quality craftsmanship and personalised service, their team is dedicated to delivering exceptional results every time. From new installations to re-roofing, their professional, specialist tradesmen are equipped to handle all roofing needs with precision and care.

At Tasman Roofing, they're a one-stop roofing solution. Their comprehensive range of services includes new and architectural roofing, membrane roofing, wall cladding, fascia, spouting, and re-roofing. With an in-house pricing, sales, and project management team, clients can trust that every aspect of their project will be handled professionally, efficiently, and effectively.

A particularly noteworthy aspect of Tasman Roofing’s service offering is its specialisation in re-roofing projects. With the ability to manage the entire project, from scaffolding to spouting and downpipes, Tasman Roofing provides a seamless and hassle-free experience for clients looking to rejuvenate their roofs.

Tasman Roofing takes pride in its custom

manufacturing capabilities, thanks to its in-house equipment for manufacturing flashings and roofing components. This level of precision and customisation ensures that every aspect of the roofing system is tailored to fit the client's exact specifications, resulting in a finished product that not only looks great but also stands the test of time.

They understand that embarking on a roofing project can be a significant investment, which is why they offer personalised consultations to discuss clients' needs and provide expert guidance every step of the way. Their customer-focused approach means that client satisfaction is their top priority, and they'll work tirelessly to ensure that their vision becomes a reality.

For more information, contact Tasman Roofing today to schedule a consultation and experience the Tasman Roofing difference for yourself.

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Tide returns to salt marsh

ANNE HARDIE

Three little culverts are all it should take to return 5.8ha on Rough Island back into its original salt marsh habitat.

Tasman District Council’s project manager, George Daly, says the causeway at the northernwestern end of the equestrian park was built in the 60s with a small culvert that has never enabled enough seawater to flow into the area which has become largely tall fescue grass with little tidal water. That altered the original salt marsh habitat for fish, marsh birds and the native fauna that once grew on and around the intertidal flat.

Now the incoming tide is expected to flow further into the marsh which is wedged between Tic Toc Road and the equestrian park, enabling it to return to a salt marsh, which are described as one of the most productive ecosystems on Earth.

Though the Waimea Inlet still has about 278 hectares of salt marsh, George says it is estimated that 70 percent of salt marsh in the Waimea Inlet has been lost, primarily through roading and urban developments, or conversion to farmland.

“What remains is extremely important for marsh birds, but also coastal birds. It provides for a whole food web below them, like in-

vertebrates and crabs and shrimps.”

The causeway at the base of the salt marsh is part of a popular walking track around the outside of the equestrian park and now the single, small culvert has been replaced that part of the causeway has been reinstated. The next step is planting the area with salt marsh species, as well as coastal forest planting such as ngaio and manuka above the tide line.

“We’ll have more salt water and more vegetation to get the birds back.”

George says an improved fence with sheep netting will be erected around the salt marsh to keep dogs out and the taller trees and shrubs

are intended to provide privacy for the often-shy birds that he hopes will take up residence, including the Australasian bittern and fernbird. He says some marsh birds and coastal birds already nest there.

Though the tide will flow further into the area between Tic Toc Road and the equestrian park, George says it is not expected to flow on to the road or the park, apart from during storm events which already affect low-lying areas on the island. The project is being funded by the Ministry for the Environment and Tasman District Council through the Jobs for Nature – Mahi mō te Taiao programme.

District Council’s reserves officer, Stephen Richards, and project manager, George Daly, are hoping to see more marsh birds as the area becomes a salt marsh again.

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Trade Central celebrate a decade of providing top quality services

As Trade Central commemorates its ten-year milestone, owner Bruce Farquhar and his devoted team express immense gratitude to the community that has been their cornerstone since day one. "Ten years ago, we embarked on a journey fuelled by a simple yet powerful ethos: provide exceptional service and give back to the community that supports us," says Bruce. "We owe our success to the unwavering support of the Nelson region, from Motueka to Wakefield, and extending to Marlborough. Without their trust and patronage, Trade Central wouldn't be where it is today."

This also extends to the amazing Trade Central staff, he continues.

“We have a great team, some of whom have been with the business since the beginning. There is no better feeling than having a client say, ‘your staff were great, and we would like to have you back’. For me, it is like winning the lottery. What more could you want?” In a ‘delicious irony’, Trade Central are working on a whole house renovation this month right next to the house in Atawhai where Trade Central was first founded, 10 years ago. “It’s like we’ve come full circle,” says Bruce.

The ethos guiding Trade Central is simple, yet profound: "We turn up when we say we will; our team do great work and we clean up after ourselves." These principles, instilled by Bruce himself, serve as the foundation upon which the business thrives. "I started Trade Central as a disgruntled homeowner, frustrated by the lack of reliability and quality in service providers. I knew that by prioritising these three vital components, we could set ourselves apart from others in the industry.”

“In my opinion, if you can do those three vital things then you are 90% ahead of other companies. This is what people notice and what I believe is our point of difference. Keeping in communication with clients is another key factor

and is something which goes such a long way. You have to stand for something when you are in business. By focusing on providing those key services, everything else falls into place.”

Indeed, Trade Central has become synonymous with reliability and excellence in service. From repairs and maintenance to renovations and extensions, painting, electrical work, and beyond, the team tackles every project with dedication and professionalism. "Whether it's fixing a leaky tap or undertaking a full-scale renovation, we approach every job with the same commitment to excellence.”

However, Trade Central's journey isn't solely about business success; it's about giving back to the community that has supported them wholeheartedly.

Over the past decade, Trade Central has contributed substantially to various community initiatives and individuals in need. From supporting homeowners facing hardship to sponsoring events like The Top of the South Film Festival and Nelson Netball, Trade Central believes in assisting those who are in need of help. "We like the idea of giving a hand up, instead of a handout. This year alone, we have returned over $20,000 to the community, and we're incredibly grateful for the opportunity to give back," says Bruce. To celebrate their milestone anniversary, Trade Central is inviting the community to join in the festivities. While the team will mark the occasion with a private staff event on the 25th, they have also launched

Trade Central owner Bruce Farquhar outside the ‘world headquarters’ on Selwyn Place.

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an exciting giveaway extravaganza for the public, with Bruce saying, “It is our way of saying thank you to the community.”

With ten years in business comes ten incredible prizes, including three separate priz-

es of four hours of electrical labour, plumber labour and gib-stopper or painting labour, one prize of morning tea for up to eight people, one for a free bathroom design, one for free tiling for a kitchen or bathroom splashback, and

one for eight hours of carpet or vinyl laying. A free gutter clean is up for grabs along with four hours from a builder or glazier. The big kahuna prize is one 40-hour week of free builder labour.

Terms and conditions do apply so make sure you check out their social media page for the guidelines, but entering the giveaway is simple: 'like' their Facebook post, and either comment on why you deserve to win or nominate someone you believe should be the recipient.

“The prizes will be drawn on June 7, with terms and conditions ensuring fairness and transparency in the selection process. Whether you've been a loyal customer for a decade or are yet to experience the excellence of Trade Central, there's a prize for everyone. Singing Happy Birthday to us for our 10th year isn't necessary as we wanted to offer something special to both our longtime supporters and those who are new to Trade Central.”

As Trade Central looks ahead to the next chapter, their commitment to exceptional service and community support remains unwavering. "We're excited for what the future holds and look forward to continuing our journey alongside the incredible community that has been with us every step of the way.” For those in need of Trade Central's services or eager to learn more about the giveaway, they can be reached at 8 Selwyn Place Nelson, by phone at 03 545 1007, or via email at help@ trade-central.co.nz.

Join Trade Central in celebrating a decade of excellence, community spirit, and gratitude – ‘because together, we build something truly remarkable’.

10 PRIZES FOR 10 YEARS!

It's our 10th anniversary, and so for 10 years in business we have 10 prizes

9. Free gutter clean for one house OR free mobile bathroom use for a week

10. 4 hours free builder OR glazier labour

6,7,8,9 and 10 are open ONLY to those who have NEVER used us in the last 10 years.

HOW TO ENTER LIKE our facebook post, AND either COMMENT on why you should be the winner, OR nominate someone else who you think should be the winner. Prizes are drawn at 5pm on 7th June, 2024. T's and C's apply.

Trade Central also hire out a full-service mobile bathroom, kitted out with all the mod-cons.

Bruce says the Trade Central staff are invaluable to the company, many having been on the team for a number of years.

Richmond Bowling Club’s $250k facelift

JACK MALCOLM

Richmond Bowling Club’s renovations are well underway ahead of another busy season of winter bowls.

Having ripped up their old green, contractors are already in the process of levelling the playing surface before installing a new artificial turf.

At an estimated cost of $250,000, club vice president Geoff Powell says the renovation has been in their sights since moving to their new location 12 years ago.

“The last one we put down was supposed to last 10 years.

“It was getting very worn. . . not worn out, but the seams were exposed and it had lost all of its colour.”

Geoff says the cost of the upgrades was already budgeted from the proceeds from selling the club’s old assets when they moved.

With over 100 years of club history, having been established in 1919, he says it’s exciting to be part of writing a new chapter.

The new green will be artificial, with Geoff saying it’s nothing like astroturf and instead looks and

feels almost like a woven fabric, like carpet.

“It will be similar to before but with a different firmness. . . The green will be faster, so it will take bowls longer to get to the other end because they’ll just roll and roll and roll.”

Because the design and build are complex, the club has employed

contractors from Auckland for the installation.

To create a perfectly flat playing surface, they have removed three inches of gravel and will relay the framing, which will house the new green. With lasers to ensure everything is level and heavy machinery in action, Geoff says the only work

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club members have contributed to was busting the hole in the fence to allow site access.

He expects work to be done within the month, but there’s no exact time frame for the process’s completion.

“They reckon, once they start [working] they’ll put it down in a week.”

The club, which currently boasts a membership of about 100, hopes that their new green will attract some new players to their ranks. Geoff says the club normally receives an influx of registrations for winter memberships as one of just four clubs in the region with facilities that can be played yearround.

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

Current Generation owner, Ben Leith.

Richmond Bowling Club members Russell Stevens, Bob Burroughs, Helen Guiney, Steve Ford, David Walker, Gavin Sparks, Stu Peterson and Geoff Powell cannot wait for the club’s facelift and to be playing again. Photo: Jack Malcolm.

More World Bowls glory for region’s top male

JACK MALCOLM

Shannon McIlroy is on the World Championship podium again, returning home with bronze around his neck. Adding to his list of accolades, including over 400 tests for New Zealand and a World Outdoor Singles championship in a 20-year career, his most recent challenge saw him head to the Channel Islands to play in the World Indoor Bowls Championships.

With games played in a fullsize indoor facility, Shannon says it was a lot like regular bowls as he raced away to an early lead by winning his section. Having travelled 46 hours to play, Shannon almost missed out on playing when a one-hour layover turned into 10 after he was caught up in the flooding in the UAE. He wasn’t even originally selected to play, receiving the call-up less than a month before the tournament and jumping on board.

Shannon McIlroy, pictured with women’s representative Tayla Bruce, faced stiff competition at the World Indoor Bowls Championship. Photo: Bowls New Zealand/ Facebook.

“It was a wee bit of time, but not enough to get yourself fully prepared. I knew what to do to fast-track my training,” he says. Winning his section meant Shannon skipped the first elimination round, but found himself in a tough end of the draw and fell just short in his semi-final match-up against England.

Results this week

Rugby:

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

Premier Women: Marist 21 - Kahurangi 31; Moutere LBD - Waimea Old Boys WBD.

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

Football:

Southern League: Nelson Suburbs 4Ferrymead Bays 2.

Women’s Southern Qualifying League: Cashmere Technical 5 - Nel-

son Suburbs 0.

“I held the game to be in the final end, but the last bowl of our match he had in his hand and I couldn’t do anything about it. That’s the luck of the coin toss.”

Shannon says that at the highest levels of competition, it’s hard to set expectations for himself because he knows that if he plays well, he has the skills to win

Premier men: Rangers 2 - Sprig & Fern Tahuna 0; Smith & Sons Richmond 1 - Motueka 1; Nelson Suburbs

Reserves 7 - FC Nelson Karenni 2; FC Nelson 2 - Golden Bay Mountain Goats 1.

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

Basketball: NBL: NBS Nelson Giants 69 - MidNorth Whai 83.

Rapid League: NBS Nelson Giants 42Mid-North Whai 27.

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

against anyone.

“Sometimes expectations can be your downfall. The internal expectations and the external pressure of people at home wanting you to do well. It’s all about trying to mitigate those pressures that are uncontrollable and just play the game, because the game doesn’t change. At the elite level, it’s our thought processes that change.”

Shannon says he’s now looking forward to “switching off bowls” for a bit as he takes a break through winter.

He says it’s nice to be able to support his kids and their winter sports, with no plans of going to Australia this off-season.

“It is a time-consuming sport. And the better you are and the more you keep succeeding, the more you seem to play because people keep inviting you to events and you play because there’s a big carrot at the end of it.”

His next scheduled tournament is NZ’s Champion of Champions singles in July.

Knightriders 63; Nayland College bye. Premier women (14 May): Lynx 42Waimea College 51; ABC Storm 29Old School 65; Nayland College bye.

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

Hockey:

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

Nelson at your fingertips

Tapawera trailblazing

ELOISE MARTYN

The Tapawera community is gearing up for an incredible event – a community trail ride fundraiser across three private farms to raise funds for Tapawera Rugby Club and Tapawera Area School.

Tapawera Rugby Club’s Tony Firth came up with the idea for the trail ride, spending countless hours organising it and gaining access to a trail that crosses three private properties.

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

Untouched and unridden for eight years, the trail is a 30km loop that crosses over 700 hectares of stunning farmland and Ben says they are estimating 300-400 riders to attend.

Shooting Nelson Waimea Clay Target Club Inc has received a $2052 grant from OneFortyOne to upgrade their shooting lanes. Jacqui Oldham, club secretary, says the upgrade will ensure the club meets the standards required to maintain its Provincial Championship level of grading.

Rugby: Waimea Combined Barbarians were forced to settle for an away draw to start their campaign after a late converted try to St Thomas’ second XV, 17-17. The team make their local debut this weekend as they face Roncalli Aoraki 1st XV at Sports Park Motueka.

Golf: Entries are flying in for the 2024 Cowman Construction Waimea Open at Greenacres Golf

Ben emphasises the inclusivity of the event, offering family-friendly loops, a mini track for young riders (peewee bikes) and extending a welcome to quad bike enthusiasts. Beyond the thrill of the ride, there’s an opportunity to enjoy food and a sausage sizzle with the entire event helping to bring in some much-needed community funds.

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

“I’m looking forward to seeing many riders out there supporting the Tapawera community and the Nelson Motorcycle Club, flick the dust off your bikes and get ready for some fun and supporting a great community.”

So, get ready to rev up for a memorable day in Tapawera on Sunday, 2 June, at 601 Tadmor Valley Rd. Check out the Nelson Motorcycle-club Facebook page for information.

Course. With two days of golf over King’s Birthday Weekend, prospective players are encouraged to get their entries in fast as spots are selling quickly.

Mtb: A large group of local riders are in the mix as the UCI World Cup Enduro series kicks into gear in Europe. With two rounds of action under their belts, Nelson pair Rae Morrison and George Swift improved to 11th and 12th respectively after a slow start in the first round, while Louise Kelly finished 25th in the elite women’s race. Up-and-comer Xanthe Robb was the lead Kiwi in the U21 females, coming home in sixth place after a hot finish, while Nelson’s Aidan Robinson was 24th in the under-21 men.

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

Where to support your Waimea teams this weekend

• Division 1

Nelson RFC v Waimea OB

Trafalgar Park 3pm

• Senior Women

Moutere vs Waimea OB Women

Awarua Park 1.15pm

• Division 2

Waimea OB vs Collingwood Jubilee Park 1.15pm

• U6 Rippa

Waimea OB Red vs Huia

Jubilee Park 10.15am

• U7 Rippa

Rangers vs Waimea OB Red

Upper Moutere Domain 10.15

• U8

Waimea OB Red vs Huia

Jubillee Park 11am

• U9

Wanderers vs Waimea OB Red

Lord Rutherford Park 10.15am

• U10

Waimea OB Red vs Wanderers

Jubilee Park 10am

• U11

Rangers vs Waimea OB Red

Upper Moutere Domain 10.15am

• U12

Moutere Magpies vs Waimea OB Red Awarua Park 1.15pm.

• U13

Moutere Magpies vs Waimea OB Red

Awarua Park 3pm.

• U17

Waimea OB vs MBC Blue Jubilee Park 11.30am

• U15 girls

Motueka HS Takaka vs Waimea OB Buller Friday, 24 May 6pm

Waimea maintain strong run of form

JACK MALCOLM

Waimea Old Boys were put to the test by the struggling Nelson over the weekend but still came out victorious.

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the bottom of the table on -7, had their best performance of the season, taking the lead into the half time break.

The 28-26 win at Trafalgar Park keeps them in the hunt as 2024’s dark horse in the premier grade rugby competition. With five teams in the hunt for top of the table places, it’s all to play for as the competition comes down to the wire. Waimea sit second on the table with 25 points, just behind first-placed Kahurangi (26) and in front of Central (24), Stoke (22), and Marist (21). Nelson, who are without a win and have racked up nine penalty points to sit at

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An early try for Waimea lock Jeff Lepa had Waimea out in front early, before Nelson bounced back with two tries of their own as they fought for their competition survival. Whatever the message was at half-time for Waimea Old Boys, it looked to pay dividends as halfback Codey Grimes scored to snatch back the lead less than a minute into the second stanza. With the score bouncing back and forth, a Nelson penalty kept them in touch but still behind as Sam Briggs had a perfect

Youngest ‘Old Boys’

Name: Harlen Canning Age: 5

What’s your favourite thing about playing rugby?

Hangin’ out with my friends.

Who is the best sports player ever and why?

My team mate Jett because he’s so good.

What do you want to be when you grow up?

A rugby coach (like my dad).

What’s your favourite sport? Rugby!!

If you could play for any sports team what would it be?

My team – Waimea Under 6.

Who is your role model or hero? Who is it and why?

My team mate Parker because he’s so fast!

What other hobbies do you have? Gaming, swimming and biking.

What do you want to achieve in your team this year?

To have fun and score lots of tries.

game off the tee, with four conversions. Expectations for Waimea Old Boys this season were for the team to bounce back from previous seasons at the bottom of the table. But no one could have predicted the run of form the team has found, with just two losses through the first round of competition including an unexpected defeat to Moutere. With a bye this weekend, Waimea will be hungry to avenge their other loss to Kahurangi, as they play host to them at the end of this month. A full round of action is still to play, with it all sitting on a

Sam Briggs kicking game has been a large part of the Waimea

Boys

form. Photo: Evan Barnes/ Shuttersport.

Community Notices

MONDAY

JUNIOR BADMINTON, Mon, 6-7.30pm, Badminton Hall. For School-aged kids. Racquets avail. Ph: Joe 0277834720 / e: joe@peak.co.nz.

SOCIAL EVENING BADMINTON, Mon, 7.30pm, Badminton Hall. Racquets avail. Bring indoor court shoes. Ph: Joe 0277834720 / e: joe@peak.co.nz.

$5/night.

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

TASMAN AQUARIUM CLUB. Meet 1st Mon of month, 7pm. Inspiration, advice and general chat about fish and aquarium hobby. Ph: Robin 0275442518.

PHILOSOPHY GROUP Meet 2nd & 4th Mon of the month, 10am. Zumo Coffee House. All welcome. TXT Zoe 0279741758.

LIGHTHOUSE SPIRITUAL AWARENESS Mon, 7.30pm. Talks, readings, healing. Trafalgar St Hall, opp Trailways. Ph/Txt: Carolyn 0272474644.

TUESDAY

NELSON 50+ WALKING GROUP, Tues, 28 May, Snout Track, Picton. If carpooling meet at Kinzett Tce, Nelson (off Trafalgar Street/ QE 11 Drive roundabout) at 7.45am. Or meet at Victoria Domain Rd, Picton at 9.45. BYO lunch. Ph: Linda 0211805692.

DEMENTIA FRIENDLY LIBRARY GROUP, Tues, 10.30-11.30am, Richmond Library. If you are living with Dementia, this group is for you. Come along to this supportive, friendly group at your familiar local library. Free.

SING WITH TASMONICS! Rehearsals Tues, 7.15pm, Club Waimea, Richmond. Friendly mixed 4-part harmony chorus seeks new singers for our varied repertoire. Ph: Philippa 0275497713. For info.

WINTER CARDS, EUCHRE, Tues, 1-1.30pm, Stoke Bowling Club, 18a Ranui Rd, Stoke. Warm & friendly atmosphere, afternoon tea provided. All welcome. Enquiries Ph: Lesley 0210407768.

RICHMOND TENNIS CLUB SOCIAL TENNIS Tues, 9.30am, Richmond Tennis Club, Gladstone Rd. If raining, we play card games. Morning tea provided. Enquiries Ph: 0274872480.

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

HOPE INDOOR BOWLING CLUB, Tues,7pm, Hope Hall. All ages welcome. Wear soft soled shoes. First 2 nights free. Ph: Bill 035449273.

STOKE TAHUNANUI MEN’S CLUB welcomes new members. Meet, 3rd Tues of month, 10am, 15 Burrough Pl, Enner Glynn. With guest speaker. Regular outings & activities. Ph: Ian 0211482580.

WEDNESDAY

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.

CENTRAL GARDEN CLUB, meet 2nd Wed of month, 1.30pm, Methodist Church Hall, Neale Ave. New Members welcome. Guest speakers, followed by afternoon tea. Enquiries Ph: Lynn or Bob 0275418448.

SING YOUR LUNGS OUT, Wed, 10.30am, Re -

formed Church, Nelson. A fun filled singing class for those with respiratory conditions. No singing experience necessary. Ph: Jess 0275467675.

THURSDAY

HOW TO LOOK AT ART, Thurs, 30 May, 1-2pm, Richmond Library. Kyla Mackenzie, Suter Art Gallery curator, will share an item from The Suter’s permanent collection with us during this art appreciation session. Free.

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.

ATLAS (at the library after school), Every 2nd Thurs during term time (30 May next meeting), 3.304.30om, Richmond Library. A.T.L.A.S. is a place for fun, crafts, games, and new books! Year 6+. Please register at the library.

JUDO, Juniors, Thurs, 5-6pm, Seniors/ Competitive, Tues/Thurs, 6pm, Peewees, Thurs, 4.30pm, 20A Gladstone Rd (upstairs Waimea Old Boys Rugby). Ph: Michelle 0275422254.

FRIDAY

FRENCH CONVERSATION, Fri, 4-6pm, Honest Lawyer Stoke, or Vic Rose Nelson. Alliance Français. Ph: Doug Hill 035446288.

WAIMEA LADIES’ FRIENDSHIP CLUB, meet, 3rd Fri each 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

CELTIC PIPE BAND CEILIDH DANCE, Sat, 25 May, 7-9pm, Nayland College Hall. An evening of vibrant Traditional Scottish Dancing & Music. Enjoy the spirit of the Highlands with our Licensed Bar featuring Whiskey, while relishing a delightful Haggis & light Supper. Don your Kilt, Highland dress, Tartan Accessories. Tickets at Richmond Mall Info Desk.

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

NELSON ELECTRONIC ORGAN & KEYBOARD CLUB, meet 1st Sat of month, 1.30pm, Stoke Baptist Church Hall. If you enjoy music as either a listener or player, please come along. Ph: Yvonne 0276070050.

NELSON BRANCH OF ROYAL NZ AIRFORCE ASSOCIATION, meet 2nd Sat each month, 12pm, Club Waimea, Richmond, Phil’s Restaurant. Interesting speakers, raffles & members interested in Aviation Ph: Trever Squires 039706644 or John Bethwaite 035476634. Cost of meal $25.

RICHMOND TENNIS CLUB SOCIAL TENNIS, Sat, 1.30-3pm. Open to club players, visitors & members of other clubs. FREE. Ph: 0274872480.

FREE GUIDED MEDITATION, Sat, 3pm, under the white pergola of Washbourne Gardens. Relax, unwind and enjoy inner peace & stillness. For more info, e: meditaterichmond@gmail.com. Free.

SUNDAY

WAIMEA MUSIC CLUB meet, Sun, 26 May,

1.15pm, Methodist Church Hall, Neale Ave, Stoke. Enq Ph: Jim 035449446 or Clive 0211431138

NELSON TASMAN

NELSON VETERANS’ TENNIS CLUB BBQ lunch, Sun, 9 Jun, 12pm, Social Tennis, 1pm. Please support your Club. Ph: Leona 0210792370.

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

‘COLLECTIONS’ EXHIBITION, During May, Richmond Library. Come and see an exhibition of treasured collections shared by members of our public. On display in our Glass Cabinets.

SENIOR MOBILITY CLASSES Tues, Thurs & Fri, 10.30am, Wanderers Community Gym, 12 Charlotte Lane, Brightwater. Improving balance, mobility & independence among our aging populations (55+). Ph: James 021 0441526. $2 donation.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for 1.5 hours one day a week either 8.30am or 2.30 pm. Assist elderly for pick up and drop off in Presbyterian Support van from Annesbrook. Ph: Maaike 032655224 or e: maaikef@psusi.org.nz.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for our day programmes for the elderly. Serve refreshments, join in singing, games, chat or assist on vans. Ph: Maaike 032655224, e: maaikef@psusi.org.nz.

NELSON WOODTURNING CLUB. Join us at our clubrooms for Turning, camaraderie & sharing of knowledge. Ph/Txt: Allan 021543345, for info. RUTHERFORD ROTARY New members welcome. Ph: 0211475357. DEADLINE: MIDDAY FRIDAY - 30 WORDS OR LESS BY EMAIL ONLYPLEASE SEND TO: events@topsouthmedia.co.nz

Community Notices are free to community groups, schools, churches, gold coin donation events and fundraising. Due to the popularity of this column,while every effort will be made, inclusion cannot be guaranteed for free ads. If you want to place a business advert or want to advertise a course you are running, please call classified ads and public notices on 544 9037.

/ quality tools. Military & Firearms items. General antiques. Also buying estate & shed items. Collection & downsizing. Phone Tim Gladstone. T&B Vintage 0800 653 935 or 548 5235.

MANSFIELD Bear

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5yrs without you is 5yrs too long. But one thing you taught me Is how to be strong I had to be to survive losing you

But what I would give to have you here too. My beautiful Bear, loved and missed every day. You’re on my mind, part of my soul and forever in my heart.

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