23 May 2012

22 WEDNESDAY 23 May 2012

Message for Nayland: Waimea will be ready Phillip Rollo

beat Nayland College in a pre-season match three weeks ago.

But this was the same position both schools were in before Nayland shocked Waimea 17-15 at Jubilee Park last year.

Can that happen again?

Waimea College first XV coach Tony Cadigan says if the same heart, passion and drive that we just saw on the weekend can happen two weeks in a row, then they will blow Nayland out of the park. But didn’t he think the same last year?

Underdogs can surprise. Think Da-

Last year everyone in Richmond wondered how Waimea College could come within an inch of beating Nelson College and then lose to a win-less Nayland College just weeks later.

This year Waimea College are ready to make sure the same mistakes don’t happen again.

Waimea College lost to Nelson College 16-9 on the weekend, having held the lead for most of the first half courtesy of two Luca Roden penalties.

But a try to Nelson College left winger Ricci Persico and three second half penalties by Mitchell Drummond means Waimea are still without a win this season.

But this Saturday the side will hope to turn that form around when they face a Nayland College side that is still recovering from the biggest defeat in Press Cup history, when they Sean Clementson, making his 50th appearance lost 119-0 to Christch- for the Waimea College first XV, against Nelurch Boys’ High School son College on Saturday. Photo: Phillip Rollo. on the weekend.

The statistics are clear. Both sides vid and Goliath. Think of every year have played the exact same teams that Waimea College comes close so far in 2012. While without wins, to knocking off Nelson College but all of the scores are near universes then at the end of the season they don’t even feature in the top eight. apart.

Waimea College lost to Christs Col- In Fletcher Matthews, Waimea College 10-5. Nayland College lost to lege have one of the most exciting outside backs in the region. The Christs College 66-0.

Waimea College lost to Christch- front row of Dan Mclaughlin, Charurch Boys’ High School 55-13 and lie English and Hamish Le Conte yet I remind you that Nayland Col- can match it with anyone. Don’t forget the inspriational Tim Coman. lege just lost 119-0.

Waimea College were within one But I wouldn’t be pencilling in the converted try of drawing with Nel- four competition points just yet. son College. Nayland College lost Ten of the Waimea College first XV squad will be receiving caps for 94-3 to Nelson College.

Waimea College also comfortably making 25 appearances this week.

Sport

Coming Soon

Community Sing A Long Wed 6 June 1.30 pm Wesley Centre, 4 Wensley Rd Richm (opp TDC). Afternoon tea provided. Gold coin donation for Nelson Hospital Chaplaincy. All Welcome . Ph 544 -8394.

Public 4WD ramble - Sun June 3 2012 to Sherry Fire Lookout & Old Sow Road. No dogs, firearms or alcohol. $40 per vehicle. A Nelson Hospice fundraiser by Lions Club of Richmond. Register your interest ph John Baty 542-3032 Doug Simpson 544-9051 Charlie Rhodes 544-5313 John Armitage 547-5573.

Plunket Parent Education: sessions 30 Apr – 25 June, Nelson & Richmond, topics include: safety, CPR, crafts, music, baby massage, toilet training, & more. Info contact Lynda 539 5202.

Introductory workshop on how to create passion in your life Fri 1st June 7-10 p.m. at 108 Kina Beach Road, Tasman $25. Further details see www.sexualitynz.com or phone 0212211949.

Nelson Veterans Tennis Club AGM Sun June 10 at Hope. Social Tennis 1p.m. AGM 3 p.m. Notices of Motion to be with Secretary by 31 May 2012.

Secretary Leona Ellis Train rides in the Dark Queens Birthday Weekend 2-4 June Nelson Modellers train rides in the dark at their Tahuna track Sat Night (2 June) from 6pm. Also Sun/Monday Afternoons 1-4pm. Weather permitting.

Contact - Brenda 5445872.

Volunteers needed- Nelson Women’s & Children’s Refuge are looking for volunteers to assist supporting out of hours Crisisline, remotely / from home, using a ‘pager’ system. Police checks required & volunteer nust be 2 years violence free. Full training given & continuous support provided.

Info ph: 03 548 3353/0272512338.

Live well stay well group - Tues May 29 at the Wakefield Village hall 9.4511am. “Understanding your hearing loss” with Bridget Thompson from the Hearing assn. $2.00 entry to cover hall hire. Followed by the new walking group 11am - 12md. For info contact Margaret 5419693.

The Nelson Herb & Edible Garden Group will hold their AGM on Mon May 28, 7pm at the Nelson Environment Centre. The meeting will begin with a viewing of James Wong’s “Grow Your Own Drugs” DVD. The public warmly invited to attend. Plse ring Nina, 5456288 for further details.

Forest & Bird Sat 2 - Mon 4 June Queen’s birthday weekend camp at Pohara. Bookings essential. Contact Julie 035450989. Visits include Gerard Hindmarsh’s Wetland, glowworms, spotted shag gathering at sunrise.

Breastfeeding Support Nelson (LLL) - Join us Tues 29 May, 1.30- 3pm @ Tahunanui Community Centre, Muritai St. Meet other mothers & babies. Free access to our library. Fathers, grandparents, toddlers, all welcome. Ph Ruth 5469029 or Michelle 548 6998 Kiwiana Fun Day Sport Tasman at Richmond Recreation Centre Cambridge St, presents KIWIANA FAMILY FUN DAY Sat 26 May 2012 11:00am – 2:30pm. Fun, family day full of games

for all ages, with bouncy castle, face painting, sausage sizzle, prizes and raffles to be won, with Mr Whippy & a Coffee Cart on site, (FREE entry) . Ph 5443955.

Waimea Tramping Club Sun 27 May, Shedwood Bush, easy, ph Julian 542 3147 or Katie 547 7850. 2-4 June, Roebuck Hut & Rocks Hut circuit, moderate, ph Jocelyn 541 8213 or Nigel 548 5640 Play Women’s soccer - It’s fun & social and a great way to keep fit. Richmond Women’s team are looking for more players to play on Saturdays. Ph Marty on 027 433 4098 or email martin.keetley@downer.co.nz Breakfast and Fashion Sat 26 May 9.30am. Fashions From Beetees (Nelson & Motueka). Venue - New Life Church Lounge (Opp Richmond Cemetery). Tickets $20 Available At Beetees - NELSON Ph 5468700 or Judy 5477292. Funds Raised In Support Of Lesley Elliotts Visit in June & Ongoing Waimea Club Projects.

Breakfast @ St David’s – Breakfast followed by family friendly intentional worship that’s active & fun. 8.15 – 9.15am every 2nd Sun (6,20, May etc).

Come as you are. St David’s. 11 Florence St, Richm. Call Alison 544 8026 Mountain Safety Council Nelson 11/12 Programme - *Outdoor First Aid Revalidation 18 Aug, $90. *Intermediate Alpine, 25/26 Aug, $175. Info - www.mountainsafety.org.nz/training & select Nelson or call 547 2426.

REGULAR EVENTS Social Table Tennis - Monday & Friday 9am-noon. Wed 7pm-9pm from $4pp or $10 per family.Bats provided.

Non-marking footwear essential. Ph stadium 5479479 or karen 5473005. www.tabletennisnelson.org.nz Crafts Caring & Sharing Mondays until end of Sept at Wesley Centre Richm oppo TDC. Gold coin donation includes morning tea. Ph Pauline 5449174 or Emily 5445423.

Sport Tasman Club Recreation 9 Cambridge Street, Richmond, 5443955. Club50: Tues 9:30am, Seniors, social recreation & outings.

NEW members welcome $3 . Walking Group: FREE Mon 9:30am. Fun Housie with prizes! Designed for all ages and those with special requirements, Fridays 2-4pm $3. $4 Fitness - EastBeat Mon&Fri 9am, Ease in2 EasyBeat: Mon&Fri 11:15am, Shapeup: Mon&Fri 10:10am, Sit & be Fit: Fridays 11:15am. Ease in2 Cycling: Mon 1:00pm Wed 1:00pm $4. Social cycling group, gain confidence on your bike. All Welcome.

Fun Club to lose or control weight. $2.00 per Meeting. Richmond Town Hall (Meeting room) 10.30 every Wednesday. Prizes, paid for lunches, free Xmas Party. Contact Eileen 5446392 or Margaret 544 7293.

Hope Indoor Bowling Club invite you to come & enjoy the sport of bowls on Tuesday 7.15 pm Hope Hall on Main Rd. Contacts Dale 5471510.

Music N’ Motion For Preschoolers Wakefield Methodist Church cnr Edward and Arrow Sts. Thursdays during school term 10 am. $2 one child, $3 two or more children. Cuppa to follow. Enquiries ph 544- 8394.

Badminton held at Richmond Badminton Hall, Gladstone Road, on Thurs 7-9 pm. $4 per player. Not suitable beginners. Contact Greg Mudgway 547 4757 or 021 209 4120 for details. Social Badminton held at Richmond Badminton Hall, Gladstone Road, on Thursday 7-9 pm. $4.00 per player. Not suitable beginners. Contact Greg Mudgway on 547 4757 or 021 209 4120 for details.

Koru Christian singles group Meet monthly for friendship & fellowship ages 25 & events email korusingles@ yahoo.com or Dawn 03 538 0471.

Koru Plus a Christian group 5cmeets 6 weekly for friendship & fellowship ages 55 - 70, open to all churches in Richmond, Nelson & Tasman region.

Details & events contact koruplus@ yahoo.co.nz or Hazel 03 546 7 LEARN to Speak with Confidence Let us motivate & encourage you to step outside of your comfort zone gain extra skills. Join Powertalk International-Waimea Club - meets in Annesbrook 2x monthly. Peggy 539 0477, Bev poschbev@xtra.co.nz.

Celebrate Recovery - support group for those people with Hurts, Hangups and Habits (addictions) meets at The Centre,23A Salisbury Rd on Wed 7pm for 7-30pm. More information ph Bob and Jacquie 5380282.

Choose to Lose - Trying to lose weight, join us for support, weigh-in, coffee, chat with like-minded people.

Gold coin donation. Every Thurs at The Centre, 23A Salisbury Rd, Rmd. Contact De Ross 547 4717 ToastmasterS Develop your personal confidence through public speaking in the safety and with the support of the High Noon, Nelson, or Madhatters Toastmasters clubs. ph: 0800-PEOPLE (0800-736-753) Silver & Strong -Seated or Standing light Exercise Circuit that helps you with your everyday life. Strength, Stability and coordination. Mondays 10.30-11.15am, Cost $4 Richmond Social Seniors, At Age Concern, Oxford St, Richmond. Angie 547-0198.

Join Croquet at Richmond. We welcome new members to Golf croquet Thurs & Sundays at 1pm contact Sheryl 5410623. Association croquet-Wed & Sat 10am contact Betty 5447268. See you on the lawns opp. new Health Center Lwer Queen St. Duck Soup singles networking night on first Sunday of the month from 7.30pm at 623 In The City. More info on www.ducksoup.co.nz.

Volunteers needed - Community Visitors Service –. Befriend a resident of an aged care facility, who has been identified as being lonely or at risk of isolation. Usually for 1-2 hours per week. If this sounds like you or you require further info call Amy 5465012or amy.wilson@redcross.org.nz Breast cancer recoverers - Help restore mobility, flexibility and confidence through gentle exercise in & out of the pool. Free YWCA Encore program Saturdays 28 April – 23 June 1:30-3:30pm at Club Waimean & Oakwood Retirement Village. Call Tania (03) 546 5506 or 0800 ENCORE. Combined Probus Club of Waimea – for active retirees. New members welcome. Call Joe 5447177.

Coming soon notices are free to community groups, schools, churches, gold coin donation events & fundraising. Notices for businesses & organisations/groups who charge for courses or events cost $10.

50 WORDS OR LESS BY EMAIL ONLY - DEADLINE: 11am MONDAY PLEASE SEND TO: editorial@waimeaweekly.co.nz

Due to the popularity of this column, while every effort will be made, inclusion cannot be guaranteed for free ads.