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Out-of-town visitor Sienna Hayston, aged three and a half, totally agreed with the Picton Society of Model Engineers, which has told Marlborough councillors that the model railway and boating pond on the foreshore at Picton are "true icons". They requested $41,607 for pool repairs at this week's hearing on the draft annual plan. Hearings story page 3.

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High winds lifted a boatshed roof and deposited it 50m away outside the Ogilvie-Lee Emergency Centre on Monday night in Picton.

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Between 6-9pm on Monday night, the Port Marlborough recording station measured gusts at 22.8 knots (about 42.2mph). It died back between 9-12pm, but rose again after midnight to a maximum of 43.3 knots, or 80.2kmh.

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Kaikoura MP Colin King says Government is driving to clean up the “legal high” industry. “The Psychoactive Substances Bill will be a game-changer in the way we regulate party pills and legal highs.” The Health Select Committee will report back to the House next week on the Bill. Though submissions on it had closed, he said anyone in this electorate who was concerned was welcome to email him at colin.kingmp@parliament.govt.nz and he would forward their concerns to the

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Existing legislation could not keep up. The Bill would reverse the onus of proof for the legal high industry. Manufacturers of legal high products would have to prove their product was low-risk before it could be manufactured and sold. “The cost of testing will be borne by manufacturers, not the taxpayer. ‘Under the Bill a regulatory authority will be established under the Ministry of Health to consider, approve or decline psychoactive substances.”

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Average rates rise of 2.9 per cent likely Marlborough District Council Mayor Alistair Sowman is confident that the council’s average rate rise can be held to the 2.9 per cent signalled earlier this year. His comment came after councillors this week sat through over one and a half days of public submissions on the draft 2013-4 annual plan. He said the 122 submissions, with another twenty oral submissions, were down on previous years. “I think that’s because there were no major issues and people understand that economic conditions are pretty tight. They are being prudent.” A major project that he said had a sympathetic hearing had been the request from the Marlborough Equestrian Centre, which asked the council to authorise the lease of the Botham’s Bend site as from the start of July at a nil or peppercorn rental, and to make $200,000 available to ensure the site was “fit for purpose”. Funding for the request, if granted by council, would come from the levies on developers’ subdivisions Mr Sowman said.. While there had not been much subdivision recently, and there was a “waiting list” of requests, this big project did receive a sympathetic hearing from council he said. The council’s forestry operations had had a particularly good return over the last year, returning just under $2m, making it possible to consder funding the $90,000 requested by Marlborough Research Centre. They have requested funds to support the establishment of the Marlborough Food and Beverage Innovation Cluster.

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Picton’s image poor The Marlborough Chamber of Commerce has expressed concerns to the MDC about the appearance of Picton. at the hearing of the draft annual plan this week, they told councillors that it was the first town visited by those travelling on the ferry. They cited concerns about such maintenance issues as potholes, footpath conditions, pedestrian crossings, recyling bins and the need for regular street and road cleaning.

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Sue Lucas and her horse Georgie Girl are among those set to benefit from plans to develop the Marlborough Equestrian Sector. Photo Supplied.

This aims to improve Marlborough business profitability though innovation in the sector, working with key stakeholders and in association with the Reddit Institute from Massey University. Margaret McHugh of Picton, former Mayor of Queenstown, spoke to her multiple submissions across a variety of areas, but yesterday was scathing about the process. It had, she said, seen councillors making statements of support and expressing opinons about

submissions “I struggle with that.” “Those comments were totally inappropriate. Their role is only one of clarification. “That’s the rules and they have to abide by them. And I say that in friendship.” A full meeting of Council will consider submissions on June 10, with a further meeting of Council to formally adopt the 2013-14 Annual Plan and set rates on June 27.

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Yealands Estate Wines of Seddon is the winner of the Large Business Leadership section of the national 2013 Green Ribbon Awards. The award was presented in Parliament Buildings on Wednesday June 5, World Environment Day, by the Minister of the Environment Amy Adams. The judges described the vineyard's sustainability initiatives and culture of continuous improvementas as being "way beyond the usual call of duty". "We were particularly impressed with their composting initiatives which now accommodate much of the organic industrial waste from the Marlborough region. "While closed loop processes may be common overseas they are an innovation for New Zealand, and are a fine example of collaboration in business" Yealands has targeted the major sources of carbon emissions and is four times more energy efficient than the industry standardInitiatives include replacing LPG with vine prunings; production and use of compost from industrial waste sourced through Marlborough sawmills, mussel shells and vineyard waste. There is a policy of reduction of diesel use through the use of a flock of 1500 "Baby Doll" miniature sheep

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Sales of Sounds properties double By Kat Duggan The past 12 months have seen property sales in the Marlborough Sounds nearly double in terms of the amount of transactions. Marlborough Sounds salesperson for Bayleys Marlborough, Glenn Dick, said over the past twelve months, there had been an average of six sales per month in the area, as opposed to an average of three

sales per month in the four years prior. “There’s been a shift to really double the amount of transactions. “There’s been a lift in enquiries from people in Canterbury from those with insurance payouts, and also from those in the construction sector,” he said. Mr Dick said there had also been an acceptance of vendors on what real property values are and were meeting the market.

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Villa Maria takes Sauvignon Blanc Gold in Australia A Villa Maria Sauvignon Blanc has won a gold award in the 2012 vintage Sauvignon Blanc category at the International Cool Climate Wine Show 2013. The Villa Maria Reserve Wairau Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2012 was on of two New Zealand wines awarded the medal. The wine has a consistently high pedigree for awards and accolades. It’s been an excellent few months for international award recognition of Villa Maria Sauvignon Blanc with three golds and a trophy.

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business hub bmarlborough.co.nz 027 939 5491 Marlborough WELl done nz On page 6, Marlborough Express,Wednesday June 5th,in a news column,near the bottom of the page is a paragraph stating that there were no holiday road deaths at Queen‘s birthday weekend..well shouldnt that have been plastered in huge letters across the front page..WELL DONE NEW ZEALAND!! and then everyone should celebrate with a cup of tea AND a gingernut! L.Nicholas.

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racism??? If im not mistaken, some of the people in the cartoon thats sparked unrest around the country were white ???? So whos got real under the skin racial opinion over others hmm ???? Susan D ???? !!!!!

Doggy control ! So all this problem of a dog killing cats around the place should be delt with by the animal control ????? Why am I paying all that rego 4 my dog if those ment 2 deal with that one sit on thear ars !!!!!

To the police officer who felt it was necessary to chase me down lee street with lights and sirens after I’d stopped briefly at the checkpoint and then suggest I was lying but he’d take my word for it this time I hope you are an over enthusiastic newbie - otherwise there’s no excuse for your rude, and arrogant attitude. . . But then it was the end of the month and we all know how important quotas are! MD

Although riding 2 abreast is legal should they b 2 the left instead of being in the path of a vehicle, most will agree tht these idiots are putting everyones lives at risk riding in the middle of a lane when there is plenty of room 4 them 2 move ovr an share wth motorists tht r paying road user charges, no wonder ther always getin run over!!

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Kippilaw House 98 Waikawa Road in Picton has been awarded a 2013 Certificate of Excellence by tripadviser as Boutique accommodation top 10% world wide. It is interesting to note that 4 businesses out of the Explore Picton promotions residents of also received the international Redwoodtown award.Excellent results for please don’t assume all large Picton tourism. dogs are potential suspects, the cat killers live down Bexhill Cres. Margaret and Bill Owners, you should be ashamed Power usage :( A&P flood lights left on all night and the following morning old fashioned talk after football practice. Who What has happened to the art plays the bill....us the ratepayof conversation. So many texts ers??? Dylan flowing backwards and forwards between people. Often difficult Great people to decipher the true meaning of it is great that blenheim has them..so easily misinterpreted, such awsum people and we which can lead to all sorts of realy appriciate it! thank u 2 misunderstandings. Bring back al the ppl at the hospital who talking to someone in person or helpd ot 2. xoxo :-) on the phone, and carry out a meaningful conversation.

When cyclists have to pay rego and wof/cof on ya bike then you have more right to be on the road most of the time idiotic cyclists ride the white line and as a truck driver that is a bad place to ride

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Great long weekend in Blenheim visiting from Hawkes Bay. Why didnt retailers & winerys open on Monday? Thumbs up & thanks to those that did, you got my business. LP

wet money down the drain ! Instead of wasting rates on a dambed new theatre ! What about spending that money on up keep of storm warter drains that cant keep up with the rains !!!! Just for a few pompas prats we all suffer !!!!

Enviro friendly Seriously?! Do U need dozens of plastic bags everytime U go shopping? Do Kiwis ever heard about ecological behaviour, protecting environment? Don’t U think that a textile bag may be the better solution? Or U can just use bags more than once? Or U can just put a paper box in your car trunk... I am pretty sure that KIWIS NEED TO START TO THINK - at least about environment... Cheers Jana

no clue Full marks to the idiot who moved the construction fence and the silt barrier to launch his boat Picton Marina on Sunday. Perhaps couldnt read closed sign nor realise its a construction site, or a personal boatramp to match his personalised plates perhaps?

Titles to return When Graeme Latimer hands in his title for his Lombard fiasco, then surely Jenny Shipley must do the same for her Mainzeal foley. Resigning the day before collapse does not absolve responsibility. They both have cost millions! Now they must pay society. Equal penalty for equal crime and position!

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Girls blouse racers ! Please would some1 stand up4 What do the police transport men in this country, and help department gonna do about the them b the fathers they deserve ripped up roads by the boy racers 2b. woman r useing the kids an doing burn outs all over marlborminipulateing the courts all 2 hav ough who pays for the re seal of control an get bak at the men. all a these roads while the cops only woman has 2do is say hes violent, out to pull up the average jo blogs drug user, an has an alcohol prob- to make money !, so much for lem. bang hes not alowd 2 c his the new law of crushing boy racer kids. even tho they drink, smoke cars !!!!!! pot, and r violent them selfs, its always the man not the poor little Road toll inocent woman ay. stand up guys How awesome no road deaths it is time 4 change. ur worth it!! over the holiday break! Great to lol. proud father. hear

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King Salmon Dear Ed, I could scarcely believe what I read when I came across Colin Geertson’s letter (The Sun May 31 pg6) regarding King Salmon. What uninformed and inane drivel! There have been so many hard working and scientifically thoroughly conversant people who have given selflessly of their time and burned midnight oil for many months to the cause of protecting YOUR sounds as well as ours Mr. Geertson, and when their reward is the kind of toxic rhetoric that is re-

flected in your letter it must rankle them to the core. There are rules forbidding the over exploitation of our resources for very good reason and when good people contesting such rules being overturned in the cause of corporate avarice get labelled derogatively ‘do gooders’ it is a tragic reminder of the sort of shallow and ill-considered mindset that has resulted in the resources of our entire planet being gravely jeopardised. Ian Allen

New vessel for Coastguard The latest Coastguard Marlborough vessel is to be renamed and blessed on Saturday June 8. The small craft is to be called Port Marlborough Rescue, recognising the “sterling support” the port company has given the Marlborough Coastguard over the last fifteen to twenty years said president Dick Chapman. A spokesperson said the new boat can be put on a trailer and towed on the back of a car. That could at times save a “long voyage” to places like Port Underwood or Havelock.

Interisland Rescue will be soon joined by a new craft.

It would also allow them to do occasional call-outs for PR work like the Maritime Festival as there had been occasions when the main rescue vehicle had been called out during occasions like that.

On yer bike mate The Blenheim Police have said that on May 6, between 4pm and 6pm, a male Caucasian aged 15 -16 years with dyed blond hair approached the manager of Jacks Backpackers in High Street to

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Waikawa one of NZ’s largest marinas The Marlborough Sounds, surrounded by its majestic scenery is home to three marinas, Waikawa, Picton and Havelock. Impressively Waikawa is one of NZ’s largest marinas. What makes Waikawa Marina particularly special is not only it’s huge berthing capacity, but also the number of businesses which provide year round specialist services to boat owners. Currently at full capacity Waikawa Marina boasts of having 600 floating berths for vessels from eight metres to 20 metres, 118 individual lock-up boatsheds and a number of available spaces in the secure boat/trailer compounds. A large percentage of the vessels in Waikawa Marina are owned outside of Marlborough, presenting Picton’s marine businesses with regular year-round maintenance work. For the local boat owners berthing in Waikawa Marina, they are in the unique position of having onsite and on call ‘specialist’ services and facilities.

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Vision for marina shows further growth The Sun spoke with Port Marlborough’s Marinas Operations Manager Steve McKeown earlier this week, to talk to him about his passion and long term vision for Waikawa Marina. “The marina was built in the early 1980’s and is one of the larger ones in New Zealand. It’s certainly right up there in terms of facilities and services. Our customers come to Waikawa from many parts of New Zealand. “The marina has grown and evolved over time, not just in terms of berths and on-water facilities, but very much in the kinds of services that boat owners want to see on site at the marina. A main priority is access to good quality boat maintenance services. Over the last several years, Port Marlborough has been working more closely with the mainte-

nance providers at the marina to broaden the range of services at the marina, and continuously improve the service levels to marina customers. Waikawa Marina provides a hub for boat maintenance activities, clustered together as Waikawa Marine Centre. At the focal point of this hub is a new 35 tonne boat haulout, servicing a hardstand facility that can take up to 50 boats. Steve explained that the new hardstand answered a long-standing call from boat owners. “Some boat owners prefer to do work on their boats themselves, instead of having commercial firms do the work. The new hardstand area is independent of all the maintenance businesses, so owners can pick and choose who they want to do various pieces of work; and the boat owner can do as much of it as he wants to.”

The new hardstand includes a specialist waste water management system. “Gone are the days when it’s acceptable to simply scrape paint or anti-foul onto the ground, and clean it up several days later (or not at all). The resource consents for all of our marinas are very specific about environmental management, and as a company we are strongly committed to getting it right.” During the summer months in particular, Waikawa Marina is a hub of activity, not least in the level of social interaction at the marina. “There is certainly more scope for hospitality within the Waikawa Marina precinct, especially given its popularity as a destination for local Waikawa people. So we’d be keen to see further development in that area sometime in the future,” Steve says.

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Development encourages business positivity Upon visiting Waikawa Marina the evidence of its growth shows in the construction of a new building, more boat sheds and expansion plans being made by a number of the onsite businesses. The new building is making way for New Zealand’s biggest seller of marine and motorhome accessories, Burnsco Marine and Leisure. Over in the boat yard an increasing demand for boat storage has prompted a further 12 sheds to be built. Ground is currently being broken in preparation for the construction. For business owners like Aaron Blackmore of Oddies Marine, Waikawa Marina’s

future is looking brighter each day. Oddies Marine is a locally owned marine equipment specialist which was founded in Picton in 1982. “We are embarking on our own renovations and extensions to our building. We are working toward providing an even wider range of products for our customers by creating more display space. “We are also planning on introducing a takeaway coffee service and will be employing a professional barista. “The Marina’s development is definitely a step in the right direction and our future is looking bright,” Aaron says. Expansions have also shown positive

growth for another business, Boating Marlborough. Operating as a one-stop shop for all boating and diving needs, Boating Marlborough services customers from in and out of the region. Owner Stuart Scaiffe says his business expanded last April to incorporate a new dive shop. It is Stuart’s hope to attract more people to the area for diving, including the introduction of dive training by the end of this year. “Waikawa Marina is definitely growing and from what Port Marlborough is doing through their support and vision for the marina, I can see it only getting better.

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- weekend event guide Friday 7 June

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Stars in Your Eyes Award Show Marlborough Convention Centre. Compared by Jackie Clarke with guest appearance by Clara Van Wel pre dinner drinks from 6pm seated by 6.45pm. Tickets available from Harcourts Real Estate

The Great Family Bake-Off 1pm Redwoodtown School Hall. $5 per entry. Categories are cakes, decorated cakes, biscuits and slices, children’s decorated cupcakes/muffins, baked savouries. Ph 578 4756 for details

Marlborough Kennel Club Ribbon parade entries from 10am judging from 11am. All breeds recognised by NZ Kennel Club welcome. Free to spectators, held wet or fine. Canteen and raffles. Club grounds Aerodrome Rd Omaka. Ph Sharon 578 5311

Stadium 2000 Pool Friday 6am – 6pm. Adult $5, Child $3, Seniors $4.50, Family $12 The Muslim Association of Marl Inc. Friday (Jummah) prayers every week between 12pm 2pm, PH Br Zayd 027 644 979 or Br Fouad 021 0253 1275

Mikeys Bar Picton Present Matthew McNeilly (formerly of Blenheim) and Amelia Richards at the Function Room 8.00pm Free Admission

The Edwin Fox Maritime Centre, Picton. Open everyday from 9am Great wet weather day activity and child friendly. Come check out the amazing history and facts. Kids under 5 free!

Marlborough Harriers A pack run/walk from Barnes’ farm, 737 Marama Road, Seddon at 2:00 pm. Head up Marama Road (beside Seddon School) for approx. 7 km and look for the ‘Harriers’ sign and “Marathon Downs” on the gate on the left-hand side of the road. Run approx. 15 km on the hills and road with shorter distances are available for walkers. There is a children’s run organised.

Sit and Be Fit with Sue Free general exercise for the not so mobile while sitting down! 1pm Monday and Friday afternoons at 131 Budge Street, plenty of parking. Phone Sue: 578 0469

Resusitation Ball Arapawa Maori Rowing Club 6.30pm music by Rockova. All funds raised go to the Picton St John Ambulance. For tickets Ph Helen 573 8352 or Mary 573 8191

Sit and Be Fit with Jeanette Free exercise for all ages at Crossroads, 2 Redwood Street. At 10am Phone 578 5395.

Blenheim Rotary Boot Sale Market Every Saturday 7am to noon. “I” site car park. For info Ph John 578 3918

Quest Intermediate age youth group, 3.30pm-5pm, Picton Baptist Church, 293 Waikawa Rd, Picton. Text Bronwyn 021 046 2434.

Blenheim Menz Shed 4 Dillons Point Rd open 9am to 12 noon Saturday and Wednesday. Monday 1 - 4pm. Building relationships, sharing skills and working on your own or community projects. Ph Gerry 5781835

Pastel Painting Marlborough Art Society, 10am till 3pm, Prue: 578 8888. Tai Chi Today and Mondays. 10am, 11.30am and 1pm. Liz 027 748 6666. Picton Museum 10am till 4pm daily, 9 London Quay. 573 8283. Marlborough Museum 26 Arthur Baker Place, off New Renwick Rd, Brayshaw Heritage Park. Daily 10am till 4pm. The Diversion Gallery Open 12noon-5pm Wed – Sat. 10 London Quay, Picton. 573 7376 or 027 440 8121 or www.thediversion.co.nz Yealands Estate Marlborough Gallery Open 10.30am till 4.30pm daily, 204 High St. 577 6784 www.marlboroughartsociety.com

Stadium 2000 Pool Saturday and Sunday 8.30am – 5pm. Adult $5, Child $3, seniors $4.50, Family $12. Pregnancy Yoga 9.15am-10.15am. For information call Huia: 021 0724 107 Mini Putt & Merry-Go-Round Picton Foreshore, 10am every day during school holidays, today and Sunday, 10am Redwood Market 8am-noon, Redwood Tavern car park. Plants produce and crafts. Vintage Farm Machinery 10am till 3pm, Open every day. Brayshaw Vintage Farm, Guided tours available, Doris 579 4357.

Historic Picton A Guided tour with John Orcahrd and Robin Cox. Meet at 10.00am in Brayshaw Heritage Park to arrange car-pooling or meet at the Edwin Fox 10.45am. Discounted entry to Edwin Fox and Picton Museum. Ph Robin 578-4115. The Peoples Sunday Market Winter location 10am Market Place (The Forum) Plants, Preserves, Books, Jewellery, Pine Cones, Crafts. Sites $5 Ph 5787918 Ulysses Ride to Foresters cafe, Rai Valley for lunch. Meet at the Railway Station (southend) at 10.45 departing 11am. Prospective members welcome. St Luke’s Anglican Church Ferry Road, Spring Creek. Join us for Christian worship every Sunday 09.30 Contact Rev Derek 03 578 3909 Farmers’ Market Winter Location Liz Davidson Park Cnr Queen & Charles Street, Blenheim10 - 12.30pm

Get ready for the weekend with our list of what’s on! Marlborough Guild of Woodworkers Brayshaw Park, open workshop 1-4pm, Every 1st Sunday of the month. Wooden toys for sale. Malcolm: 578 8809. Marlborough Rock and Mineral Club 10am-4pm every Sunday at Brayshaw Park. Come and see our large rock, mineral, crystal and fossil collection, work room and books. Free admission. Marlborough Modellers Association 1st and 3rd Sunday’s of each month. Brayshaw Park, 8 Arthur Baker Place. Open Skate There will be NO open skate this week. Open skate will resume next Sunday. Roller Derby - LIVE The Boomtown Brawlettes roller derby league presents the Sounds Like Derby training bootcamp. Featuring guest coaches Tuff Bikkies, Bubble O’Kill and referee sensation Danger Danger. Come and watch skaters from all over New Zealand battle on the track at the Marlborough Lines Stadium 2000 from 10am - 2pm. Gold coin donation appreciated. Spectator seating is up the stairs!

Picton Rotary Club Car Boot Sale. Picton RSA carpark from 9am1pm, every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month. Contact Sheira 578 3909 or see the notice board outside the church Pony Club @ Grounds New Renwick Rd. 10am every 2nd Sunday of the month. Grant 578 2100 Michelle 572 8984. Model Aero Club ARA Wairau Valley 9am. Murray 578 9199 or Tony 577 9776. Petanque 10am 65A Weld Street – Phone John 577 9789. Tramping Club Mary 5728762.

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UP & COMING EVENTS 10th -15th June

Buddhism for Modern Life 10am, 573 5379.

CREATIVE SCARF EXPO 22 Scott Street. Daily 10am - 4pm. Free Entry. Amazing, Exciting, Colourful Scarves to see/ buy/make

Blenheim Bonsai 2pm-4pm, 7 Hale Street. Dave 577 8679.

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CLAIRE ROUAULT Acclaimed French Pianist at St Andrew’s 5 Henry St Blenheim. Door sales or book at Civic Theatre Ph 520 8560

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Woody Pig & Deer Hunt By Kat Duggan The first Woody Pig & Deer Hunt in four years was a great success, says Woodbourne Tavern co-owner Rowan Ingpen. “It was good, a really successful day. It was better than expected,” he said. Nearly 160 people entered the competition over the long weekend. Mr Ingpen said a number of the competitors and their families stayed after the weigh in for the entertainment, provided by local band the Chilli Dogs, and a meal. “The turn out was good”. People were really enjoying it. The organisation and the running of it was also really good, he said. The competition had a good prize pool, with first place receiving $400, 2nd place taking $300 and third place taking home $200, with all place getters also receiving an oilskin jacket

and a hat. Prizes for the average deer and pig catches also took home $500 each. Seventy seven adults, 14 teenagers and 68 children entered the competition. Mr Ingpen said they would be looking at holding the Woody Pig & Deer Hunt again next year. The winners were: Heaviest pig: 1 Troy Andrews, 88.5kg; 2 Ari Richmond, 63.65kg; 3 Kevin Morgan, 63.45kg; average pig went to Loren Andrews. Heaviest deer: 1 Troy Matthewson, 112.5kg; 2 Julian Anderson, 105.2kg; 3 Paul Downing, 94.5kg; Paul also took out the average deer section. Teen Section: Heaviest Pig: 1 Angus Currie. 47.5kg and 2 Nathan Bunnett, 35kg. Heaviest Goat: 1 William Delange, 38.9kg; 2 Jaden Church-Tupa, 32.4kg; 3 Daniel McLean, 31kg.

Oyster Bay gets oyster farm Oyster Bay in Croisilles Harbour in the outer Marlborough Sounds will soon be home to a new three-hectare oyster farm. Marlborough District Council commissioner Max Barber has given aquaculture company Beleve Ltd, permission to establish the farm, which intends to grown mostly Pacific oysters. Daniel McLean won third prize for his goat entry in the 13-15 year category. Photo supplied.

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The forestry industry is becoming a major employer in Marlborough.

By Kat Duggan Marlborough’s forestry industry is growing steadily, according to the executive officer of the Marlborough Forest Industry Association. “The industry is growing and over the last three to four years there has been spurs of planting,” Rob Sutherland said. “Marlborough is an excellent place to grow trees because of the wood density we get here which is highly sought after.” Mr Sutherland said the area of forestry cover in Marlborough has been growing, with 74,100ha in 2005, and 80,310ha forecast after planting this year. He said the projection for next year would be another 114ha, bringing the total cover to 31,360ha by the end of 2014.

Marlborough forests usually have a 28-33 growth period before harvesting, and last year more than 1 million cubic metres of forest was harvested from approximately 2252ha of land around the district. In 2012 the gross value to the Marlborough economy of the forestry industry was to the order of more than $238m Mr Sutherland said. Forestry is becoming a major employer in Marlborough, with about 500 people employed directly in the industry, in terms of saw mills, planting, pruning and thinning. There is also the employment it creates in other dependent sectors, like transport. The round trip of Marlborough forestry transporters is 140km, generating road user charges of nearly $3m per year.

Good investment opportunity Forestry is a growing business opportunity in Marlborough. There are a lot of large companies invested in the industry here, but Mr Sutherland said a number of smaller partnerships are starting to invest here too. If you are interested in investing in a forest, you should seek professional advice from forestry advisors and managers. Forestry management companies like Robinson have the expertise you need if you are thinking about investing.

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Garlic - the guardian of the garden We all know garlic wards off vampires, but did you know it also keeps away aphids, apple scab, leaf-curl and mosquitoes? Crush a few cloves, soak in a litre of water for a couple of days and use as a spray to keep at bay ants, spiders, caterpillars and cabbage and tomato worms too. To put it simply, garlic’s right up there with marigolds as the companion plant every garden should have. And this month, specifically the shortest day of the year – 21 June is the time to plant it. Grab some garlic bulbs from your local plant nursery and look for a welldrained spot – pots, hanging baskets or any available space in your raised garden will suit. If you’re growing it for its guardian capabilities, plant it next to your roses to ward off aphids, beneath apple and peach trees to prevent apple scab and leaf-curl and next to your tomatoes to protect against red spider. Dig in some compost, and nitrophoska blue fertiliser or use a potting mix if you’re planting in baskets or pots. Plant single cloves twice the depth of the actual clove, compost over the top and don’t fill in with soil. Then harvest on the longest day of the year – December 21. It’s as easy as that.

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Garlic health benefits Most people know garlic as a pungent herb, but did you know that over time garlic has been used as a medicine to prevent or treat a wide range of diseases and conditions? Modern science has shown that garlic is a powerful natural antibiotic, albeit broadspectrum rather than targeted. The bacteria in the body do not appear to evolve resistance to the garlic meaning that its positive health benefits can continue over time. Some studies have also shown that garlic especially aged garlic - can have a powerful antioxidant effect, helping to protect the body against damaging free radicals. Other uses include treatment of fever, coughs, headache, stomach ache, sinus congestion, gout, rheumatism, haemorrhoids, asthma, bronchitis, shortness of breath, low blood pressure, low blood sugar, high blood sugar, and even snakebites in some countries! It is also used by some for fighting stress and fatigue, and maintaining healthy liver function.

Here’s a dish to get the taste buds dancing Garlic butter steak Ingredients: 4 portions lean Quality Mark beef steak (fillet, scotch, sirloin or rump) 40g butter, softened 2 Tbsp crushed garlic ½ tsp ground paprika 1 Tbsp chopped parsley Olive oil for cooking

Method: Combine the butter, garlic, paprika and parsley, mix well and put aside. Brush the steak with a little olive oil, then cook in a hot pan on both sides until cooked to your desired degree. Once done, cover and rest in a warm place for about 2 minutes to retain the juices. Serve with a good dollop of garlic butter on top and your favourite vegetables. Serves 4

Act now on TV recycling and the Targeted Assistance Package The South Island went digital at the end of April. However there is still time for people to take advantage of the TV

TakeBack recycling programme and the Going Digital Targeted Assistance Package, Going Digital National Manager Greg Harford says. “The TV TakeBack programme means that, for a limited time, South Islanders can recycle their old TVs at a cost of no more than $5,” said Mr Harford. “The programme has been successful with more than 50,000 sets collected across the South Island to date.” Mr Harford said the success had meant that South Island’s share of the subsidy is expected to be used up soon. The charge is likely to increase to cover the full cost of recycling

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after once the subsidy runs out. He encouraged residents to recycle their televisions before the subsidy ran out. “You can find your nearest drop-off point at www.tvtakeback.govt.nz or by calling 0800 499 700.” Mr Harford also said it wasn’t too late for people to take up the Going Digital Targeted Assistance Package. The package is designed to help those groups most likely to face the greatest technical and financial difficulties in going digital. “The Package remains open in the South Island until the end of July, but if there are people out there who meet the criteria and are currently without TV, they should call us on 0800 838 800.”

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No deaths due only to “good luck” It was just "good luck" that drivers in the Tasman Police District were not involved in any serious crashes over the Queen's Birthday holiday weekend, Police said on Wednesday. Acting Tasman District Road Policing Manager Senior Sergeant Phil Wooding said the particularly disturbing factor was the levels of intoxication revealed by the testing unit stationed on the West Coast. Fourteen people were caught drink driving in the district. Police had made no secret of the fact they were out checking drivers with a focus on rural drink driving over the weekend and the results were not pleasing. All those testing positive were close to twice the legal limit and one was well in excess of that he said. "These results suggest an endemic problem with some people's attitudes to drink driving in rural areas. "I don't have a lot of sympathy for the line that there's no public transport. "If you choose to live in a rural area you need to account for that when you make a decision to go out drinking. It's not rocket science." There were 13 crashes spread across Marlborough, Nelson Bays, and the West

Coast, though only minor injuries were suffered. Most were the result of drivers cornering too fast or inattention. However, Police said that while the majority of drivers were very responsible, excessive speed was an issue. One driver was clocked travelling in excess of 160kmh and two others were recorded at speeds over 140kmh. All had their licences suspended. Senior Sergeant Wooding said the combination of speeding drivers and drink driving left him thinking it was only a matter of good luck that there hadn't been a fatality . "There are people out there putting your lives at risk with their choices. Those issues will be a focus for us in coming months," he said.

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French pianist comes to town Acclaimed French Pianist Claire Rouault will present a candlelight concert next Friday, June 14. The piano recital will be Rouault’s first concert in Blenheim, after selling out four other concerts in Nelson and around the region. Her music will include pieces from Chopin, Rachmaninov and Scrabin, and there will be Georges Michel Methode Traditionelle

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Across: 1 Strayed, 4 Jump the gun, 9 Scholar, 13 Ante, 14 Flakes, 15 Rasher, 16 Partner, 18 Tun, 20 Prison term, 21 Illusion, 22 Gamut, 25 Bovine, 26 Scorch, 28 Aftermath, 33 Prolific, 34 Pamper, 35 Blister, 39 Aqueduct, 40 Morale, 41 Swap, 42 Noted, 43 Naked, 46 Straight as a die, 53 Sewer, 56 Comic, 57 Aria, 58 Artery, 59 Motoring, 62 Faction, 63 Meteor, 64 Twilight, 67 Itinerary, 69 Convex, 70 Banana, 74 Satin, 75 Stubborn, 77 Vociferous, 81 Cur, 83 Boredom, 84 Native, 85 Absent, 86 Cave, 87 Wastrel, 88 Relentless, 89 Remnant. Down: 1 Sharp, 2 Retrieve, 3 Delete, 4 Joker, 5 Mast, 6 Tarnish, 7 Easily, 8 Users, 10 Coax, 11 Outcast, 12 Avenue, 17 Downgraded, 19 Foyer, 23 Broccoli, 24 Amble, 25 Bargain, 27 Cuff, 29 Freesia, 30 Plucks, 31 Amoeba, 32 Recede, 34 Poach, 36 Shone, 37 Puck, 38 Taxi, 44 Anorak, 45 Exist, 47 Tart, 48 Amateur, 49 Graded, 50 Tutor, 51 Scrutiny, 52 Erotic, 53 Soothsayer, 54 Whim, 55 Regatta, 60 Coins, 61 Give, 65 Crate, 66 Panorama, 68 Trident, 69 Concept, 71 Pagoda, 72 Polite, 73 Dinner, 76 Blame, 78 Oasis, 79 Scent, 80 Cope, 82 Rage

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How many words of three or more letters, including plurals, can you make from the six letters, using each letter only once? No foreign words or words beginning with a capital are allowed. There's at least one six-letter word. TODAY Good 12 Very Good 15 Excellent 19 Solution 214: let, lev, lore, lot, love, lover, ore, ort, over, overt, ret, rev, REVOLT, roe, role, rot, rote, rove, toe, tole, tor, tore, trove, vert, vet, veto, vole, volt,

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Waste drain (5) Clown (5) Opera solo (4) Blood vessel (6) Travelling by car (8) Sect (7) Heavenly body (6) Gloaming (8) Travel plan (9) Bulging outwards (6) Curved fruit (6) Glossy fabric (5) Headstrong (8) Conspicuously and offensively vocal (10) Mongrel (3) Tedium (7) Endemic (6) Away (6) Grotto (4) Spendthrift (7) Sustained, unremitting (10) Scrap (7)

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Hired car (4) Waterproof jacket (6) Be (5) Sour (4) Non-professional (7) Assigned rankings to (6) Private teacher (5) Close examination (8) Titillating (6) Seer (10) Caprice (4) Boating event (7) Change (5) Donate (4) Packing case (5) Vista (8) Three-pronged spear (7) Idea (7) Eastern temple (6) Civil (6) Meal (6) Hold responsible (5) Desert green spot (5) Perfume (5) Manage (4) Violent anger (4) 10

Arrests June 5

Births This Week

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MCCAA/LOCK: Taylor Ruth (6lb 1oz) May 16, 2013

STEVENS: Kya Lily Georgina (7lb 15oz) May 27, 2013

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Police

Just after midnight, a 25-yearold part time shop assistant was arrested and charged with theft of cash between May 27-30 2013. She has yet to have a Court date set. At 4.05pm a 32-year-old unemployed male was arrested at a backpackers on Budge Street for disorderly behaviour. He received a pre charge warning, was formally trespassed from the address and later released. A 19-year-old unemployed male and a 20 year old unemployed male were arrested on Alfred Street at 5.15pm for disorderly behaviour, theft and resisting arrest. They were both held in custody

until sober and then bailed to appear in Court on June 10. At 11.20pm a 49-year-old male beneficiary was arrested at a Elizabeth Street address and charged with possession of cannabis and possession of cannabis utensils. He will appear in the Blenheim District Court on June 10. Just before 4am, a 37-year-old male labourer was arrested on warrants for breaching his community work after the vehicle he was travelling in was stopped as he passed through Blenheim. He was held in custody to appear in Court. A 29-year-old male labourer, a passenger in the same vehicle, was also arrested on warrants for breaching his community work and held in custody to appear in Court.

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Death Notices CLARK, Daphne May: June 1, 2013 DRAKE, Ivan Francis: June 2, 2013 JACK, Noel Alexander William: June 4, 2013 MacGREGOR, Ian Allan: June 1, 2013

MORGAN, Elsie May Francis: June 4, 2013 43

STALLARD, Ann: June 3, 2013

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STRETCH, Brian William: May 30, 2013

STORY, John Charles: June 2, 2013

MULLON, (nee Pennington) Norma Daphne: May 31, 2013 PENNY, Edward Henry (Ed): June 2, 2013

STEVENSON, Anne Pamela (Pam) (nee Page): May 30, 2013 WALLACE, Kathleen Jean (Kay): May 29, 2013

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WARD, Frances May: May 30, 2013 WARD, Leila Janet: May 30, 2013

WHIPP, Stuart: May 29, 2013

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public notice AUSTINS to Zodiacs Omaka Classic Cars Aerodome Rd $10 entry Call 577 9419

OMAKA Classic Cars Aerodome Rd 10am4pm daily. Kids free. Call 577 9419 MARLBOROUGH ROCK AND MINERAL CLUB Wishes to thank all local businesses that have displayed our Book Sale Posters recently and in the past. Thank you also to the customers.

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MOLE checks - for a thorough skin check u s in g d er m o s c o py. Call the Skin Clinic 578 1665. VEINS, do you dream of wearing shorts again. Call for your free no obligation assessment. Ph 03 548 8216

for sale LOUNGE SUITE 3 seater sofa 2 recliner chairs blue good condition $400 Ph 5788809 BIRD CAGE for sale with free Budgie $80.00 ono. Phone 027 7471224

HOSPICE SHOP REDWOODTOWN We have lots of Cosy Jackets, Warm Jerseys, Hats, Scarves, Gloves and Boots in our 2 shops to keep you snug this winter. Phone 5794686

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If youhours are interested in working per fortnight (0.8 FTE) from as a 31 July 2012 – 29 January volunteer and wondered 2013. about the date: Friday, 7 October 2013 at work Closing of the Citizens Advice Bureau, 1pm. Ref: N11/353. come to one of two information meetings and find out all about it. Monday 10 June 10.00am and 2.00pm at the Marlborough Community Centre 14 Alfred St Phone 578 6029 for details

Physical Disability Support Services Various part time and sleepover positions available. Closing date: Thursday, 20 June 2013. Ref: W13/031 Online applications, CV and cover letters are required before your application can be processed. Enquiries can be made to Human Resources Nelson telephone: 03 546 1362 or email vacancies@nmdhb.govt.nz can be processed. Register for job alerts/view full details on jobs @ www.nmdhb.govt.nz

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Permanent Part Time – Fri to Mon Mitre10 MEGA is looking for its next retail superstar! We need a self motivated person to join our Retail Sales Team at our locally owned and operated store. Our vacancy is Friday to Monday in our Plumbing Department.

Parent and Staff Election results Board of Trustees Election

Declaration of Parent and Staff Election Results

Parent representative’s votes: Hart Marie17 Lang Amy 17 Uren Mark 14

Johnson-Barrett Holly 11 Rimene Kerri 19 Watson Rochelle 15

I hereby declare the following duly elected as the Mayfield School Board of Trustees for the ensuing term. Marie Hart, Amy Lang, Kerri Rimene, Mark Uren & Rochelle Watson. Staff representative: Stenhouse Heather As there was only one nomination for the Staff Representative, I hereby declare Heather Stenhouse duly elected. Signed

L D Daines Lyall Daines Returning Officer: Mayfield School BOT Elections 2013.

Reliability is a must, and you must be available to work weekends. You will also know the importance of quality customer service and strive to deliver it every time. So, if you think you have what it takes to be our new Sales Team Member – then please send your application along to HR Administration at hr.marlborough@ mitre10.co.nz Applications close 10th of June 2013. Applicants for this position will need to have NZ Residency or a valid NZ Work Permit. Shortlisted applicants will be required to undergo a Pre-employment vetting (Criminal Records check). Please quote PLUMB14 on your application. HR Administration, Mitre10 MEGA PO Box 67, Blenheim 7240

Inspired to “think boldly, tread lightly and never say it can’t be done”, Yealands Estate Wines has rapidly become one of New Zealand’s premier wine producers. Proving that the world’s best wines are produced sustainably,Yealands Estate won the International Sauvignon Blanc Trophy at the International Wine Challenge (London 2012), along with the world’s “Most Sustainable Medium-Sized Business” at the International Green Awards (UK 2012). Enjoyed in over 65 markets world-wide,Yealands Estate Wines rapid growth means that we are continuously on the lookout for dynamic, passionate people to join our talented team. marketing assistant Following a recent promotion we are looking to recruit a Marketing Assistant to join our Marketing team. Based at our state-of-the-art winery in Seddon, the successful applicant will be responsible for internal communications, overseeing wine competition entry, in addition to implementing our sponsorship and event programme throughout New Zealand. The successful candidate will have some previous marketing experience ideally within the wine industry, have strong communication skills, the ability to manage multiple projects at once and be looking to develop their potential in a fast-paced, quality-focussed family business.The role will require some domestic overnight travel and weekend work. Part time sales rePresentative - marlborough To support our loyal customers and develop our presence further within the Marlborough region, we are looking to recruit a Sales Representative to work up to 20 hours per week (Monday / Wednesday / Friday).The role will service restaurants, retail and supermarket stores throughout the region and suit a motivated, professional and customer-focussed individual. The successful applicant will have some prior merchandising or sales experience, an appreciation for wine, have their own vehicle and NZ driver’s license. Some heavy lifting will be required as part of the role. An exciting role working with quality brands. Applications including CV’s should be sent to info@yealands.co.nz by 7th June.

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Sport Standout performance A large Marlborough contingent competed strongly in all running and walking events in the Christchurch marathon, half marathon and 10k events held on Sunday June 2. Margaret Hazelwood delivered a standout performance to take second place in the women’s 60-69 years full marathon on as she broke her own course record by 32 minutes. She clocked a very impressive marathon time of 3:38:39. Robbie Barnes, Jess Barnes and Judith Hyndman also took age grade placings in their respective events.

Tasman Trophy The Tasman Trophy draw for this Saturday is as follows: 2.35pm Awatere v Moutere Seddon Domain; 3pm Waitohi v Waimea OB Waitohi Domain; 3pm Renwick v Central Renwick Domain 1; Partners Harlequins have the bye.

Picton to the world Queen Charlotte Yacht Club is holding a Sailors' International Curry Fundraiser this month, to raise funds for four up and coming young sailors to travel to various sailing events across the globe this year. Fourteen year old Alistair Gifford is competing in the Optimist World Championships in Italy next month, and Hamish Clark, 15, will be competing in the Optimist North American Championships in Bermuda, while Taylor Burn, 17, and Henry Gibbs, 14, will both be competing in the 420 French Nationals in France, the World Championships in Spain and the British Nationals and the European Championships in Wales in July. The fundraiser will be held at Spy Valley Winery on Saturday, June 29; from 6pm to 11pm. Tickets cost $50, and include entertainment, two drinks, nibbles and a curry. For more information or to book a ticket phone 572 7250, or email b.agibbs@ xtra.co.nz by June 12.

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Time for Blues boys to blossom One stand-out feature of the All Blacks named this week for the three-test series against France is three rookie Blues players. Second five-eighths Francis Saili, fullback Charles Piutau and blindside flanker Steven Luatau are the newbies in the All Blacks named on Sunday along with the Crusaders flanker Matt Todd, and Hurricanes lock Jeremy Thrush. While Saili, Piuta and Luatua have impressed with the Blues this season it was not so apparent in the Blues’ match against the Highlanders in Dunedin on Saturday night, at least for three quarters of the game. The usually hapless Highlanders were all over the Blues in the first half. The tackle statistics for the first half were mind boggling. By the ref’s whistle at half time, the

HIghlanders had only to make 18 tackles, to 106 for the Blues. With Blues’ halfback Piri Weepu knocked cold and skipper Ali Williams forever yapping in the ref’s ear instead of concentrating on leading more by example than his mouth, they looked odds on for an old fashioned-hiding. Once veteran hooker Kevin Mealamu came on however, the Blues got their ship on course. Then we saw some of the class of the Blues and the talent of the three named earlier as well as Rene Ranger, Luke Braid and others. There was even a hint that they could do the unthinkable and haul in the Highlanders. That was not to be but the The Blues came back from 37-7 early in the second half to end up only 10 points adrift with a final score of 38-28.

Yes, it was only the cellar dwellers the Highlanders they were playing but the Auckland team showed courage to get back in the match after an appalling start. It revealed also that Piuta, Luatua and Saili are going to be hugely exciting players to watch. So, bring on this Saturday’s first test against France who will be without some top players. The one lesson the All Blacks have learned playing France over the years though is that you can’t afford to drop your guard. Meanwhile, last Sunday saw Christchurch holding its annual marathon. Watching TV One Sport on Sunday evening I expected there could be some coverage of the biggest marathon in the South Island, which draws thousands of runners. Silly me.

I should have remembered newsrooms and sports departments around New Zealand virtually shut down over the weekends and especially on holiday weekends. We just got the same old night-time sports news diet of rugby etc with a large dollop of American basketball. On June 23 Wellington has its annual marathon. I wonder if that manages to get on the TV One sports news? I’m not counting on it.

Blenheim jiu jitsu success The Gracie Oceania Invitational Jiu Jitsu Competition was held in Dunedin over Queens Birthday Weekend. Five Blenheim competitors attended the event, and performed well, competing against four other teams, and bringing home 16 medals. Event organiser and principal instructor for Gracie Oceania New Zealand, Stuart Marks, was impressed with the standard of jiu jitsu at the competition. "The boys from Blenheim did very well, and their standard is consistent with the other teams around the South Island of New Zealand. They are well positioned to consider international competition,” he said. This year’s competition saw ranks of White, Blue and Purple belts compete, and also included an open weight division. The Gracie Oceania Invitational Jiu Jitsu Competition was created to give jiu jitsu practitioners in the South Island the opportunity to compete in similar conditions to international competition.

Teams compete under the International Brasilian Jiu Jitsu Federation Rules, inclusive of age, weight and belt rank. The Blenheim team is known as the Marcelo Lopes Team, and the head instructor is Danny Pauw. The team would like to thank Monique Gemmell from Koru Institute of Training and Education for sponsoring their travel to Dunedin, and everyone who helped with fundraising. Blenheim competitor results: Sam Jackson: 1 White Belt Adult Middle – Gi; 1st White Belt Open Weight – Gi; White Belt Adult Middle - No Gi; 1 White Belt Open Weight - No Gi. Brayden Graham: 1 White Belt Adult Light Feather – Gi; 1 White Belt Adult Feather - No Gi; 3 White Belt Open Weight – Gi. Dylan Thorstensen: 2 Blue Belt Master Ultra Heavy – Gi; 3 Blue Belt Adult Ultra Heavy - No Gi; 3 Blue Belt Open Weight – Gi; 3 Blue Belt Open Weight - No Gi. Keelan Walker: 2 Blue Belt Master Medium Heavy – Gi; 1 Blue Belt Master Medium Heavy - No Gi; 3 Blue Belt The Marcelo Lopes Team, Brayden Graham, left, Sam Jackson, Dylan Open Weight – Gi. Leandro Da Silva: 3 Purple Belt – Gi. Thorstensen, Keelan Walker and Leandro Da Silva, front.

Warm up those winter nights Rai Valley cricketers INSTORE NOW! smash a six with grant Wanaka Spa Rai Valley Area School were recently awarded an ANZ Cricket Gear Grant worth $1,500. The grant, which includes bats, stumps, helmets and pads, will give the school enough gear to offer cricket training to every student who wants to play. ANZ branch manager Jo Swete said the bank wanted to support cricket at every level, from junior clubs right through to the professional series. “The ANZ Cricket Grant Scheme was established to celebrate and support New Zealand’s love of cricket.” She said Rai Valley Area School received a grant because they impressed them with their dedication to offering cricket to their students.

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“The school has a number of kids really interested in the sport and we wanted to give them brand new gear to capture this enthusiasm and help their keen young cricketers excel next season,” she said. Sports coordinator Stephanie Stuart says the grant will make a huge difference to the school’s cricketers. “The students are thrilled to receive such a generous cricket package from the ANZ. Winning this package has created enthusiasm and a willingness amongst our students to play in cricket.” ANZ is awarding $100,000 worth of grants to clubs, schools, fans and social teams around the country.

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