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Builders nail it By Kristy Martin Three local home builders are helping to put Blenheim on the real estate map, taking out prestigious gold awards in the Registered Master Builders 2013 House of the Year competition. Peter Ray Homes, Stonewood Homes and Roger Hogg Builders each won gold in their respective categories at the regional finals held at the Convention Centre on Saturday night. Rowan and Donna Lee from Peter Ray Homes took gold in the New Homes $250k-300k category for a unique property they built for local couple Tim and Anna Gifford. The Lees proved they are a force to be reckoned with by also securing a bronze award for New Homes between $350k-400k. Continued page 3

From left, Donna Lee from Peter Ray Homes with proud owners Anna and Tim Gifford. Above, Donna with her House of the Year award.

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Story by Glenise Dreaver Photo Celeste Lodewyk First time councillor Geoff Evans still thinks the nil rates rise idea is well worth considering in the next council’s term. And as he is standing for a second term, he has every intention of raising the matter again. While councillor David Dew had it as a key plank in his election platform last time round, Geoff smiles and says: “It might even have been my idea.” “And I still think we should try for it. We might even like it,” he says. The former president of the Marlborough branch of Federated Farmers, who was elected in the rural Wairau/Awatere Ward, says he stood for council because he looked hard at where rural people stood. “I could see we were in trouble.” At national level, there was, he said, “... an economic mess. And rates were going up and the outlook was bleak.” On election, he resigned from the FF role to fully focus on his council work, he said. Geoff supports central government policy which has directed local bodies back to their core business. “They have told us to remove the social ‘wellbeings’ aspects of what we do and focus more on services ,” he said. He does sound a warning though. “You’ve got to get balance. There’s no point in

extremism, either in productivity measures or environmentalism. People don’t always realise that I am what I’d call a ‘practical conservationist’.” “And some social issues you can’t avoid.” It will come down to the choice of the voters, whether they want less rates and lower levels of service. One looming issue is, he says, the need to have a look at Blenheim’s CBD. “It needs more vibrancy.” The problems are those facing High Streets all over the country he says, as retail methods change. “It’s very difficult.” “We need to look at the Wairau Awatere Resource Management Plan too. Is it fair and reasonable? I’m keen to get involved in that.” He says the term of the last council was “quite difficult” to start with. ‘It’s a totally new environment and an awful lot to learn.” It did get a little easier as they went along, he said. And the Sheard report, which occurred after one new councillor’s allegation of corruption he believes was a good thing. “That cleared the air. We are probably the stronger for it.” He’s cautious about saying that all is totally well though. “We aren’t always pulling as a team.” Geoff is sure there will be changes on council following the October poll, but he says the changes can’t be predicted. “But what and where Sitting MDC councillor Geoff Evans. is up to the voters.”

Workers unhappy with wage bargaining offers Blenheim workers are unhappy with the “miserable” wage offers being laid down by major retail chains, according to the FIRST union. About 50 workers met with the union last week to campaign for decent work, and to discuss low wage offers from local retailers. Topics raised at the meeting, held

at the Brydan on Rose, included forestry safety, the living wage, and upcoming changes to employment law. Robert Reid, FIRST Union’s General Secretary, said the main discussion point was the miserable wage offers by major retail chains in current wage bargaining rounds.

“In particular local retail workers were very upset that the promise of the Career Retailer Wage has not lived up anywhere near expectations,” Mr Reid said. “Some workers have had their classification changed so there are a huge number of workers who wouldn’t qualify for the Career

Retailer Wage and are at risk of not receiving anything much at all in terms of a wage rise, in recent national bargaining talks.” Mr Reid said proposed employment law changes would make it harder for workers to organise collectively to push for more liveable wages.

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Master Builders 2013 House of the Year Continued from page 1 With judges awarding points for various criteria, a gold award also went to Roger Hogg in the category of New Homes between $600k-$1 million, as well as to Stonewood Homes for best Show Home. Rowan Lee said Marlborough builders had done extremely well in the nation’s top building competition, considering the high calibre of entries. His wife Donna said Tim and Anna’s personalised 250sq home in Hiley Street, complete with polished concrete floors, display alcoves and bright red front door, was a deserving winner. “It was Tim and Anna’s design and they added many features specific to what would suit their family’s needs,” she said. For Tim and Anna, it was slightly daunting opening up their dream home for the scrutiny of the judges. “We were quite flattered but you’re always a bit nervous too,” Anna explained. “We knew that we loved it, but

we wondered if others would feel the same.” Meanwhile, the team at Stonewood Homes Marlborough were jumping for joy at the recognition of their Taylor Pass Road display home, which was also the winner for its category. Compa ny d i re ctor David Campbell said the entrants from Marlborough, Nelson and the West Coast made competition tough. “I’ve never been so nervous in my life, and I’m not a person who gets nervous,” he said of the awards ceremony. According to Mr Campbell, potential clients regularly fall in love with the award-winning fourbedroom Renwick design, which accounts for half of the builds Stonewood Homes undertakes. “It’s the angled kitchen, they just love it. The dining room and the kitchen pick up the morning sun – it is just a lovely home to sell off. “It is an easy-flowing home that would be lovely to bring up a family in or it would be great to

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New citizens sworn in Twenty-three people have been sworn in as New Zealand citizens at a ceremony in Blenheim last Friday. The new citizens, the majority of them British, were sworn in and welcomed by Mayor Alistair Sowman, who was assisted by Deputy Mayor Jenny Andrews, along with Flight Lieutenant Luke Elliott of the RNZAF and Lieutenant Commander Neil Connell of the RNZ Navy. Among the new citizens were four Samoans, two of whom managed to memorise the oath, three Canadians, two Tongans, one Fijian, a dozen Brits and one British Australian.

Phil Campbell, David Campbell, Pauline Friend and Mark Woodmore of Stonewood Homes celebrate at their award-winning display home.

entertain in.” A new home build in Kaiteriteri and a renovation in Nelson were named the top homes for the region. “It was a great opportunity to see what everyone else in the industry is doing,” Mr Campbell said.

“Some of the homes in Nelson that won were just lovely. “We will definitely be entering again next year, but for now we wait with a level of anticipation to see if we go through to the nationals in November,” Mr Campbell said.

Smokefreerockquest winners named in top 20 By Celeste Lodewyk Marlborough Smokefreerockquest 2013 winners Arm the Reckless (pictured right) have been named in the top 20 national winning bands. Band members Mitch Alderlieste, Liam Hardman and Hayden Batt received the news Monday night they had been chosen after submitting a 15 minute video recorded by local band Little Oceans, who have been aiding Arm the Reckless since their win. “It was a relief to finally hear the news,” laughed Mitch.

“It’s been a goal to get this far so it’s a great feeling to know we are almost there,” he said. The band’s video was sent in to a panel of Smokefreerockquest judges who chose the top 20 New Zealand bands. Over the next week the video will again be judged against the other 19, and six bands will be chosen to play off for the title. Mitch said they hoped to find out next Monday if they had been chosen. “We will be crossing our fingers all week,” he said.

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Blenheim girl graduates as RNZAF paramedic Growing up near the Air Force’s main training base, Blenheim local Jess Earnshaw saw firsthand the relationship between the Air Force, sport and learning opportunities and wanted to be a part of it. Now an Aircraftman (AC) in the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF), Jess has been posted to Burnham for the last two and a half years and has just graduated with a Graduate Diploma in Health Sciences (Paramedic). The graduate diploma is a civilian university programme from Auckland University of Technology but conducted by the Defence Health School on Defence Force establishments. AC Earnshaw says one of the highlights of the course has been the integration between civilian and military health services. “Getting to work with ambulance crews from St John is a great experience, putting into practice the skills we learn in the classroom on real people that we can help is awesome.” Chief instructor of the Defence Health School, Major (MAJ) Brendan Wood says the course is world class. “The training we provide covers knowledge of the medic

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Blenheim Toyota Mums have the breast idea By Kristy Martin More than 50 mums gathered in Blenheim to simultaneously breastfeed their babies during the Big Latch On. The event, held at the Clubs of Marlborough last Friday, saw a record 53 babies feeding together as part of a community demonstration of support for breastfeeding. The Latch On is an annual nationwide event held during World Breastfeeding Week and this year’s local organisers included Plunket, the Primary Health Organisation and the DHB. Heather Sorensen, community coordinator for Plunket Marlborough, said attendee numbers were growing each year. “We’d like to thank everyone for participating,” she said. “It really is a whole community event.” Attending were younger and older mothers, first-timers, mums with twins and those with pre-term babies, but they had all come together to support each other and break down the barri-

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Harder”, and “Illuminated” and producing Beach where the production crew was two music videos. waiting. One features stunning landscapes of the “There were marquees set up with hairNelson / Marlborough region, and the other, stylists, caterers, costume assistants, and filmed in West Auckland, make-up artists. features some state-of-the“Amongst the trees were The result is art filming technology and cameras and lights; there effects. about 18 people in the pretty amazing; were Guitarist Josh Edmonds production team all waiting says that both videos have a the three of us to turn up. we can’t wait for for“For surreal quality to them. that one day we really “The Focus Harder video felt we were living the rock features mummified cows, people to see it...” and roll lifestyle! floating bathtubs, obelisks “I think we all worked hovering in the sky, and some awesome non-stop for about 12 hours, all to capture underwater shots of the band members. three and a half minutes on film! The result “All with some spectacular natural scenery is pretty amazing; we can’t wait for people as the back-ground. As accompaniment to the to see it,” he says. music it really works well. “This band is making a conscious effort to “When we flew into Auckland for the Il- be NZ heartland. luminated video, we were driven to Bethels “So much contemporary music is, by defini-

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Resilient kids bounce back after quakes

Acting principal of Seddon School Nick Raynor says there has been very little damage to the school, despite numerous earthquakes.

By Kristy Martin Staff at the Seddon School are doing all they can to ensure students’ routines are not disrupted, despite the threat of further earthquakes. Acting principal Nick Raynor said the school’s emergency procedures had been reviewed in the wake of the 6.5 magnitude quake that rocked the region on July 21. “All the staff came in to review the procedures and talk about how we are going to support the kids,” he said. “We are the centre of the com-

munity for a lot of people so the school staff have taken on that responsibility of keeping a routine, keeping everyone calm.” But despite the countless quakes and aftershocks in recent weeks, including daytime tremors, the 127 students were proving resilient. “They have been coping really well considering what many of them have been through. “We are talking about sleepless nights but there has been no acting up, no behaviour or stress issues at the school.

“They are resilient and we don’t wrap them in cotton wool.” Mr Raynor said the school had suffered very little damage, but staff had elected to have a chimney removed as a precaution. However, he had heard of some houses with collapsed chimneys and interior walls cracked. “I have not heard of anyone who has had to move out, some have done so by choice and gone to stay with friends or family, so there is a bit of stress around because it is something we have no control over.”

SKY Sport commentator guest at rugby club dinner

SKY Sport Rugby Commentator Scotty “Sumo” Stevenson will be guest speaker at the Awatere Rugby Club’s prize giving and formal dinner this Saturday.

The Awatere Rugby Club is hosting its prize giving and formal dinner this Saturday night at Drylands Winery, and guest speaker will be Scotty Stevenson, SKY Sport Rugby commentator. Scotty is SKY Sport’s youngest rugby commentator and continues to call ITM Cup and Super Rugby matches. Today, as well as being a member of SKY Sport’s match preview and commentary team, he is host of SKY Sport’s global rugby review show, Rugby Zone, and editor of SKY Sport the Magazine. Scotty is regularly asked to MC events and is regarded as a relaxed and entertaining

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interviewer. Also featuring at the dinner will be popular band ‘The Grumpy Monkeys’. Saturday promises to be a fantastic night of entertainment! The evening starts from 6:30pm and tickets cost $75 which includes a three course meal, a complimentary beer or wine on arrival, two drinks vouchers for the bar and wine with dinner, complimentary of Yealands Estate. There are limited tickets available but for more information contact Danielle Blackmore on 03 570 2223 or 021 599 844, and Nadine Hickman on 03 575 6878 or 027 5376 375.

Valley Contracting 2002 Ltd Machinery based viticulture services in the Awatere Valley Call Grant Hammond today 021 277 2344 After hours (03) 5757 133

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Tussock run open to all Last year's Seddon School Tussock Run was the first of its kind and a "fantastic success". This run/walk event is again approaching with the date set for Sunday, August 25 and organisers are still accepting entries. The Tussock Run has three course options, a five km run/ walk, a 10.5km run/walk and a 15km run/walk. Each of the courses begin at Seddon School. The 5km (approximate) is an enjoyable loop, and is perfect for family groups, beginners or children while their parents are completing a longer event.

The quarter marathon (10 .5 km) initially follows Marama Rd south of Seddon before heading to the Vineyard covered river terraces. Participants can enjoy the stunning views of the Awatere River Valley as they wind their way back towards Seddon Township. This is an achievable distance for most people or the perfect challenge for beginners. For the 15km course participants head along Marama Road for approximately 1.5km before heading up the mighty Star Hill. From the trig at the top of Star Hill, participants will experience

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the breathtaking 360 degree panoramic views of the Awatere Valley, Cape Campbell and Mt Tapuaenuku. The course then goes across farmland before joining the 10.5km course on the Awatere River Terraces, then winds through the vineyards on the banks of the river to finish at Seddon School. There are four categories, adult, secondary school student, primary school student and family, so for more information about prices and to enter, visit www. tussockrun.co.nz

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The Awatere Memorial Hall in Seddon has been closed due to earthquake damage.

750 quake damage claims for South Island EQCover Insurance says it has received 2756 damage claims, with 752 from the South Island, as a result of earthquakes on July 19 and 21. The worst of Seddon’s quake damage includes collapsed chimneys, cracked walls and the closure of the Awatere Memorial Hall. One local family told the Sun their chimney had fallen down, while business owners in town

said most affected people were back on their feet by now. Residents who suffered damage from the 6.5 magnitude quake have until October 21 to lodge a claim and are being urged to keep their damaged items until assessors arrive to conduct inspections. “We are mobilising assessors to inspect earthquake damage, including damaged contents,” said Bruce Emson, Earthquake Commission customer services

general manager. “You automatically have EQCover if you have taken out current private insurance policy for your home and contents that includes fire insurance. “If it’s necessary to take action to make your home safe, secure and sanitary, keep records and photographs of the changes.” Claims can be made online at eqc.govt.nz/claims or by calling 0800 DAMAGE.

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Dining, wine and agriculture Awatere rich in diversity The Awatere Valley is situated south of Blenheim and boasts of fertile soil, making it an integral part of the New Zealand Wine Industry. The township of Seddon is often a popular stop for visitors to the region as well as Marlburians who visit with their

families. Seddon restaurants and cafes offer diners a slice of local history as well as a hearty meal or takeaway food, while the world famous Yealands Estate attracts visitors with its beautiful scenery and interactive winery. There are a number of busi-

nesses who provide services not only to the Awatere but to the whole of Marlborough. From agriculture through to viticulture, the Awatere is home to a wide range of professionals who have the knowledge and expertise.

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The Glassman Carl Gratton "The Glassman" has been installing and replacing glass for 18 years in Marlborough. The business is owned by Carl and his wife Karen and provides a wide range of glass related services to customers from all corners of the region. During the winter months Carl has been particularly busy changing homes from single glazing to retrofit double glazing, in addition to his 24 hour callout service. "We do a lot of partial and full house refits this time of year," he said. In the home a popular trend has been the installation of coloured glass splashbacks.

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The Big Latch On Local mums gathered at the Clubs of Marlborough last Friday to support breastfeeding

 Sina Holden with Maia, 2, and Lucia, 1, and Olivia Doonan with Manawa, 2 weeks, and Amiri, 2.

 Lesya-Rose Phillips with daughter Mackenzie RoseDawes, 15 months.

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 Angela Loe with Eloise, 2, and Leanne Thomason with Ezekiel Oliver, 5 months.

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2013 Master Builders House of the Year Awards The regional awards for Marlborough, Nelson and the West Coast were held at the Marlborough Convention Centre on Saturday night.

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The Community Noticeboard is for non-profit organisations. For $10.00 you can publish up to 25 words. No AGMS, sporting notices or special meetings. Community Notices must be prepaid. Call into our office at 72 High Street, Blenheim

Bingo/Housie Thursday 7pm Blenheim Bowling Club, Weld Street. 40 houses, raffles and meals from 5.30pm. Proceeds to Te Rerenga o Te Ra

Family/Whanau For information/advocacy/support for families living with mental illness/addictions please contact– Supporting Families in Mental Wellbeing - Cheryl or Lyn on 577 5491 or visit us at 4 Scott Street.

Blenheim Lions Fertiliser Fiesta closing date 12th August Blood & Bone $18.50 Superphosphate $18 Lime $10 Lawn Fertiliser $17.50 Nitrophoska $17.50 Ken 5786838 Kevin 5786353

Hospice Shop Redwoodtown We are looking for volunteers to help out in our two busy shops. If this interests you, please call us on 579 4686 and ask for Christine, Shop Manager.

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community services Marlborough After Hours GP Services: Wairau Hospital campus, after 6pm. Reception 5206377. Office 5209980. Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non urgent 579 4870. After Hours Chemists: Springlands Pharmacy 9am-6pm 7 days Ph 5782271.

Diabetes Marlborough Inc: 5775549, Office hours 10am-2pm, Monday - Friday

Lifeline Marlborough:

Anglican Hall 10am-1.30pm every Tuesday Winter clothes sale $1 piece fresh fruit veges walnuts good selection general goods & bricabrac.

Sheets'n'Things ‘require warm linen and blankets now. Please phone or drop in to Bread of Life, 14b Stephenson Street Phone: 578-1355 ext:5 - happy to collect linen.

The Blue Door is open Monday to Friday 9.00am - 3.30pm. Saturday 9.00am - 2pm. Items surplus to your requirements we would gladly accept. We can deliver. Phone 579 4353.

The Peoples Sunday Market Market Place Plants, books, secondhand clothing, jewellery, pine cones, collectables and general goods. Stall sites $5 Ph 578 7918

0800 543 354, 24hr helpline.

Marlborough Women's Refuge, Rape and Sexual Abuse Resource Centre: Crisis line, phone Wairau Hospital 520 9999, for Women's Refuge contact numbers.

Overeaters Anonymous: For more information Ph 570 5137

Alcoholics Anonymous: Rose 5777651, Har vey 5788125

Citizens Advice Bureau Free, friendly, confidential advice. Mon - Fri 9.30am 4pm. Phone 578 4272.

Al-Anon: Help for families & friends of alcoholics. Ph Margaret 578 4690 or Cilla 570 5335.

Victim Support: 0800 VICTIM (0800 842 846)

Al-Anon Adult Children of Alcoholics: A support group for those who grew up with addiction. Meet every Wednesday 7pm, SF Marlborough rooms (upstairs), 4 Scott St. Ph Tania 972 0155, Ross 578 5896.

Alzheimers Society Marlborough: 577 6172, 8 Wither Rd, Mon,Wed,Fri 9am-4pm / Tue, Thurs 9.30-3pm.

Hospital Visiting Hours: Wa i ra u H o s p i t a l : D a i l y 11.30am-7.30pm, children under 12 may visit parents only. Maternity Ward: 10am-Noon, 4pm-7pm. Children's Ward: Daily 10am8pm. Visiting at all times is subject to the discretion of the nurse in charge of the ward.

Marlborough Family Budgeting: Free confidential budgeting advice. Monday-Friday. Phone 578 2006.

Picton Doctor: Phone weekend doctor 573 6092 or Marlborough After Hours GP Service 520 6377. Office 5209980. Ambulance: Urgent 111. Nonurgent 579 4870. Chemist:Picton Healthcare Pharmacy. Ph 573 6420 Mon -Fri 9-6pm, Sat-Sun 9-3pm, Queen Charlotte Pharmacy 573 7927 Sat 9-1pm.

JAMIESON, Noeline: On August 3 2013, peacefully, at Springlands Lifestyle Village. Cherished and dearly loved wife of the late Alex, much loved Mum and mother-in-law of Heather and Geoff McCabe, Diane, Pauline and Ernest Leslie, and Cindy. Dearly loved Grandma of Danny, Tracey, Michael, Shelley, Kathy, Sandra and Wendy, and great Grandma of Casey, Joseph, Lacey, Kane, and Maddy. Messages to 20 Nikau Drive, Blenheim 7201. Special thanks to the staff at Hospice Marlborough and Springlands Lifestyle for their love and care of Noeline. “God saw you were getting tired and a cure was not to be. So he put his arms around you and whispered ‘come to me’. With tearful eyes we watched you pass away, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove he only takes the best”. We love you Mum. At Noeline’s request, a private cremation will be held. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz JOHNSON, Sylvia Julia: On Monday August 5 2013, peacefully, at Hospice Marlborough. Wife of the late Doug, beloved mother and mother-in-law of Bill, Kevin and Cynthia, Christeen and Paul Lee, Julieann and Shane Riddell, Rosemaree and Neil Barlow, and the late David. A loved Nana of her 14 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Messages to The Johnson Family, c/- PO Box 110, Blenheim 7240. “Love you forever”, Rev. 21:3-4. A funeral service for Sylvia will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, at 1.30pm Friday August 9, followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz RAYNER, Norma Elizabeth: Passed away, peacefully, after a short illness on Monday August 5, 2013, surrounded by her family and friends at Hospice Marlborough. Aged 59 years. Cherished and devoted wife of Raymond, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Sandy, Tracy and Bevan, and Kara and Tony. Loved and adored Nan of Keanu, Khodi-Ray, Breeana, Zane, Skyla, and Sapphire. Much loved daughter of the late Noeleen and the late James, loved sister and sister-in-law of Helen and Frank, and Robyn and Gary. Adored daughter-in-law of Peter and the late Lone Rayner, loved sister-in-law of Rata, Cheryl and Lindsay, Teresa, and Charles. Much loved aunty of all her nieces and nephews. A huge thanks to all of the staff at Hospice Marlborough for their support. Messages to 16 Dodson Street, Spring Creek 7202. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Marlborough would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to PO Box 411, Blenheim 7240. A service for Norma will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, at 11.00am Friday August 9, followed by interment at Havelock Cemetery. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

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CANCER support and information. Contact The Cancer Society in the Forum. Open Mon - Fri 9.00am - 4.30pm. Ph. 579 4379.

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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.

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This year’s Marlborough Kids Duathlon is to be held on Sunday October 20. It will be held at Brancott Vineyard, Fairhall. There are two courses, open to kids between the ages of 6-18 years. Course 1 has a run or walk leg of 1km and a bike leg of 3km followed by another run or walk of 1 km. Course 2 is run or walk 2 km, bike 5.5 km then run or walk 1 km. All participants are eligible for randomly drawn spot prizes, if they are present to claim them. Entries close on September 27 and are limited to 500 places on a first-come-firstserved basis. A training day is being organised for Sunday September 8. Call 5780433 for more information.

Kart club day attracts many Marlborough Kart Club held its third round of club points last Sunday and the increase in specatators was pleasing to the club committee. “We are encouraging people to come along and meet our drivers, find out more about karting and even have a go in one of our karts. “We had plenty of people along to watch and had some kids come and have a go which was fantastic,” said club president Shaun Forbes. The next meeting will be held September 7 which will be the club’s Enduro event. “This is open to the public and if you are interested in finding out more we are more than happy to show you around,” he said.

MBC First XV earns home semi The Marlborough Boys’ College First XV plays at home on Saturday as they face Christchurch Boys’ High School team in the Press cup semi finals. Christchurch is the defending champion. The NZ King Salmon MBC side last weekend had played eighthplaced St Thomas’s, winning 30-21 and scoring the bonus point that helped cement their home semi-final.

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Cycling for a cause The Red Nose Day Relay flew into Picton on Monday this week. Not literally, but fast for all that. Former Tall Black, Iron Man participant and media celebrity Brendon Pongia was accompanied by prominent local cyclist Jules Watts as they cycled for child health under the banner ‘Good Sports Cure Kids’. They were part of the national Bluff to Cape Reinga cycle relay being held to raise research funds for, and awareness of, the Cure Kids charity. Last year’s campaign raised $1.3m. There are two different teams operating. Brendon is doing the serious relay, which includes All Blacks and other top sportspeople like Jules who link in at various stages. A second group of media celebrities and comedians, linked mainly around Jono (Pryor) and Ben (Boyce) at 10 will do whatever they need to get to Cape Reinga on Sunday. Brendon has anchored the sporting team since they left Bluff on August 2, his first time on a bike for three years he said.

Most of Brendon’s two-hour legs have been in the dead of night, when no one else is volunteering. His only accident had occurred at about 1am on one of those legs just out of Balclutha, on a hill. He was in the wrong gear going up the hill and tried to flick the clip as he rode along. “I came off, but fortunately no one was watching. Only a possum!” he said. Brendon has had several years association with Cure Kids, he became involved with the Ticket To Hope scheme, at which stage he gave the 25-30 children his mobile number. “They’ve kept texting me ever since then.” That had made him aware of their needs, and their family’s needs. Any discomfort he felt was, he said, “nothing” compared to what they and their families were going through. The Comedy for Cure Kids, Good Sports event will show on TV3 on Friday August 23 at 7.30pm.

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