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Story and photos by Kristy Martin With Daylight Saving starting this Sunday, firefighters are once again urging people to check their smoke alarms when they wind their clocks forward. “The sad reality is that most house fires we get called to don’t have working smoke alarms,” said Rob Dalton, Blenheim Volunteer Fire Brigade chief fire officer (pictured). “People can get a bit blasé about these things.” Yesterday a house on Henderson Street was completely gutted by fire and while its residents managed to escape, they lost everything. The fire broke out just after 1pm causing the occupants, a woman and her young children, to flee. It is believed the fire began in a bedroom, but neighbours said within a minute the entire house was up in flames. Continued page 2
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Fire alarms save lives Continued from page 1 “They were pretty hysterical, the kids were screaming,” said Anthony McKenzie, from two doors down. “She (the mother) was in tears, but very quiet.” It is not yet known whether the house had working smoke alarms. Mr Dalton said smoke alarms should be installed in every bedroom, hallway and living area of a house and can be tested easily by pressing the test button. Any smoke alarms nearing 10 years of age should be replaced. He said it was common for people to remove smoke alarm batteries if the sound went off while they were cooking. But with the newer style photoelectric smoke alarms, which detect the sight of smoke rather than the smell, false alarms should not be a problem. Smoke alarms are easy to install, but for elderly or immobile people who need assistance, the fire service can do it for them.
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Picton landslip makes national news By Glenise Dreaver Picton’s 200 cubic metre landslip was the second lead on TV1’s 8am news yesterday. It was announced that a dozen residents of Wellington Street who spent a night away from home after being evacuated on Wednesday were now able to return. By 4.30pm on Wednesday, staff of Crafar Crouch had cleared the soil and debris in the street, which stretches up the road behind the St Joseph’s Church Presbytery. The nine affected homes were the last
ones at the top of the street. After an engineer’s inspection, residents were advised not to return on Wednesday and the road stayed closed overnight. Marlborough District Council Assets and Services manager Mark Wheeler said the rain stopped on Wednesday night and those affected were able to return after a Picton-based geotechnical engineer was consulted again on Thursday morning. The weather forecast predicts only light rain for the next few
Crafar Crouch employees Bradley Horncastle, left, and Geoff Kerslake were part of the team clearing Wellington Street.
days, which will enable the remains of the slip to dry. Mr Wheeler also said that the private land owner was
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No beer for thirsty thieves Police are searching for offenders who tried to force open the doors at Blenheim’s Criterion Hotel on the night of September 24. The unknown suspects used tools to try and force the doors but failed to gain entry to the Market Street building. Police are reviewing CCTV footage from the cameras located in the CBD.
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Preparing for the Spring Honey Festival are Jane Hunter of Hunter’s Wines and Claire Lindqvist from the Honey Company, with Bumble Bee.
Buzz into Spring Honey Festival Story and photo by Kristy Martin ‘Bee’ prepared to have a sweet time at the first-ever Spring Honey Festival tomorrow. Featuring fun for the whole family, including games, market stalls, delicious food and wine, the only thing that could hamper the event is the weather. The Spring Honey Festival is a
joint venture between Hunter’s Wines and The Honey Company, who wanted to put on a fun, oldfashioned festival for the entire community. Hunter’s Wines’ marketing coordinator Sarah McDermid said the festival needed to have a distinctly Marlborough theme suitable for families that, for once, wasn’t centred on wine.
Hunter’s then teamed up with The Honey Company and the rest, as they say, is history. The Spring Honey Festival will feature a host of kids’ activities like pin the bee on the flower, egg and spoon races, colouring competitions and face painting. There will also be live entertainment, wine tastings, fudge, honey crepes and Hunter’s chef Alain
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Minister welcomes seal killing conviction Conservation Minister Dr Nick Smith is welcoming yesterday’s conviction of a Blenheim man over the killing of 23 New Zealand fur seals on the Kaikoura coast in late 2010. Thirty-eight-year-old Jemaal Large was convicted on two charges of wilfully illtreating animals.
Mr Large did not dispute that he, along with co-offender Jason Godsiff, who has already been sentenced for his part in the attack, killed the seals but had pleaded not-guilty to ill-treating the animals. The fur seals, including some newborn pups, were beaten to death with a galvanised steel pipe at the Ohau Point seal colony in
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Holiday farm safety With school holidays starting today, Marlborough farmers are reminded to be vigilant when it comes to children and farm safety. “Our home is our workplace and when the children are home from school, we need to be more alert to hazards around the farm,” says Jeanette Maxwell, Federated Farmers health and safety spokesperson. “Last year we had 14 fatalities and 408 serious injuries on farm.”
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Ken and Jude Eustace from Leather Restorations working on a leather armchair.
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Picton museum reapplies for whaling extension The Picton Heritage and Whaling Museum has reapplied for a resource consent for a whaling wing extension on the foreshore. The application is for the construction of a two storey, 18 x 12m building to display two whaling craft gifted to the museum, the whale chaser Cachalot and Ron Perano’s replica whale boat Swiftsure. The extension would also allow better display of the museum’s whaling artefacts. This revised submission comes after an earlier application for a $1m extension was refused largely based on section 104 of the Resource Management Act. Independent commissioner Richard Fowler said in October last year it clashed
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ment and with the Marlborough Sounds Resource Management Plan. Dr Bill Brehaut, the museum’s extension liaison spokeman said these issues had been addressed. The new concept drawings show a freestanding building with a glass-walled link span to the existing museum. As well as a small theatrette, a mezzanine floor is planned. Although the extension is two storeys, the view from London Quay would be that of a single storey building. The society has also offered to remove the disused concrete changing sheds in partial compensation for the grassed area taken by the extension.
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How to vote To ensure a valid vote, it is important NOT to “tick” your preferred candidate. You number them in order of your preference, and do not put a number beside any candidate you do not wish to vote for. Some people do not understand the voting process and either “tick” their preferred candidate or don’t number correctly.
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Today we run information on the first five of the nine Marlborough candidates standing for the seven Nelson Marlborough District Health Board seats. The elections are held at the same time as the MDC elections. Last time, only 26 per cent of valid votes for NMDHB
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To the people of Picton and the Sounds
“Listening to your concerns and representing you at council continues to be a privilege.”
Trevor Hook
My v ision is to have Ma rlborough, Nelson a nd Tasman working together equally to deliver the best possible health outcomes for all people in the top of the South Island.
“Your voice for the Sounds ward”
Email: takorika@xtra.co.nz Follow me on Facebook
trevor@temahia.co.nz
Authorised by Graeme Barsanti, Nicholson Street, Havelock.
approach to raising awareness of the need to vote to help protect health services in this area.
To achieve this vision we need to be innovative, creative, and business savvy . My experience in private business, community and business boards, combined with 30 years as a medical practitioner
(23 years in Marlborough) both in hospital and general practice offers something of real value to the Nelson Marlborough District Health Board.
Fleur Hansby
for Council
Marlborough Sounds Councillor
Without a strong Marlborough vote, the area could find itself unrepresented on the board. Local candidates have therefore decided on a collaborative
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candidates were received in Marlborough. There are, in total, 23 candidates standing for seven seats across the Nelson/ Marlborough/ Tasman area.
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Bigger Voice for Small Communities
I am a current NMDHB member, a member of the Disability Support Advisory Committee and Disability Support Services Steering Group. After an accident in 2006 which left me paralysed, I have gained
extensive experience in the health system. I bring to the board strong local knowledge and an awareness of what it’s like to be a patient. Throughout this term on the DHB, I have been a staunch
advocate for the maintenance of health services throughout the region. I have also sought to promote discussion and raise awareness about older people’s health issues.
In my role establishing, and then managing Marlborough’s hospice and palliative care service I came to fully appreciate Marlborough’s unique and generous community spirit and their need for a quality health service. I am currently an appointed member of the Community & Public Health Advisory Committee for NMDHB. I support
closer ties between community and hospital based services so the people of Marlborough, Nelson and Tasman get timely care as close to their home as possible.
have a strong commitment to the health and well-being of those living in our community and would advocate for services that can be wrapped around the whole person/family. I feel I have the appropriate understanding and skills to “think
outside the box” and support collaboration between sectors health, social services and local government. I am acutely aware of the challenges faced by NMDHB in prioritising health services.
occupations, including marine farming, logging, farming and tourism. We need to have access to medical and emergency services. Families will only come to our region for employment if there is reliable health care.
These are the future. I am deeply passionate about this and have a wide practical experience. I want to ensure the allocated budget is spent wisely and in the areas for which it is intended.
Jenny Black My extensive background in health and nursing has provided me with practical and management experience. This includes leadership roles with the Plunket Society, NZ Red Cross, Health Funding Authority, Capital & Coast DHB and Hospice Marlborough, all of which required strong advocacy and governance skills.
Please note there are two Jenny Blacks standing. The Nelson-based, current board chair is also called Jenny Black.
Jenny Gane As the Marlborough Strengthening Families coordinator and a self employed dietitian, I enjoy my spare time coaching swimmers and nurturing our youth with lifelong skills. Living in Blenheim with my husband and three children, I
Pam Thomlinson
Authorised by Bev Doole 22 Miro Street Rarangi
I am standing for the NMDHB to ensure there is a strong voice for Marlborough to ensure we retain our services. Our hospital must continue to function at the present level. We have a number of high risk
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Versatile Homes & Buildings is currently building at the corner of Kirk and Brydon Streets in Renwick, and this home will soon be available for viewing.
More options for your next build For 25 years Versatile Homes & Buildings has had a strong presence throughout Marlborough, and now since the launch of its range of new homes Versatile is continuing to go from strength to strength. The Marlborough franchise is owned by Renwick couple David and Cristina Hansen who purchased the franchise at the beginning of the year. David, who has worked as an independent builder in Marlborough for the past 10 years decided it was time to expand their services and felt the Versatile brand fitted best with their own values. Supported by Cristina in the administrative role, the couple are proud to be part of a highly respected, trusted and professional company. “Versatile is all about building quality and affordable homes and buildings that last, and using local suppliers and raw materials where possible is important too,” David said. Since taking over the franchise David has built three homes and is in the process of building one of Versatile’s new plans.
The home is located at the corner of Kirk and Brydon Streets in Renwick, and will be available for viewing by people interested in the new plans. “Versatile’s new plans are simply examples of what we can do to give ideas and inspire those who are looking to build. “We have a fantastic design team who can alter the plans and work to the clients needs. Homes can even be designed from scratch if need be,” he said. The same applies for garages. These can also be custom designed. Once a plan has been settled on, Versatile offers fixed price contracts with no hidden extras, meaning clients know exactly how much they are paying. Dave and Cristina welcome all enquiries and are happy to meet you onsite to discuss your requirements and tailor design a package to suit your needs. “We can take care of as much or as little as you want, including building consents, driveways, drainage, electrical and even curtains,” David said. Call for a free no obligation site visit and
quote, or to explore the many and varied options for your building requirements. You can also contact David and Cristina to organise a walk through of their current build at 13 Kirk Street, Renwick.
David and Cristina Hansen.
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- weekend event guide Friday 27 September
Saturday 28 September
Blenheim Tibetan Buddhist Group Basic Buddhist Teaching. 7pm - 8.30 Alzheimers Rooms. By koha/donation, eveyone welcome Ph Jan 578 2737 or Maree 572 2774
Marlborough Artisan Market Every Saturday from 9:30 am at the Wynen Street Car Park. Starts today. The official opening is at 10:00 am. There is a band, giant games for the children – lots and lots of variety and all fabulous quality.
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 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! 1/2 price Sunday’s through August. 160th Anniversary Year 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 Sit and Be Fit with Jeanette Free exercise for all ages at Crossroads, 2 Redwood Street. At 10am Phone 578 5395. Picton EcoWorld “Meet the locals” Meet a Penguin - Touch a Tuatara 2pm - 5pm daily. Quest Intermediate age youth group, 3.30pm-5pm, Picton Baptist Church, 293 Waikawa Rd, Picton. Text Bronwyn 021 046 2434. 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.
Hunter Wines Spring Honey Festival 10am - 4pm 603 Rapaura Rd Lots of fun competitions and games. Heaps of Prizes Free Entry STAN WALKER ‘WORLD TOUR OF NEW ZEALAND’ Stan will be performing at the Stadium 2000, Kinross Street, Blenheim from 8.00pm. LeCafe Picton present Anna Coddington – joined by Mike Hall, and acoustic guitars, bass, drum machines and vocal harmonies 8.00pm, Admission $20-25. All Ages. Phone 573 5588 Book Fair Child Cancer Foundation Fundraiser – 10am – 3pm Mercure Hotel, 25 Waikawa Road, Picton. Help by buying a book at the Century 21 Book Fair. Fun for the whole family with all proceeds going to the foundation. Ph 5779575 Sounds, Salmon & Songbirds Take a trip in the Sounds. Visit Kaipupu Point Wildlife Sanctuary and Ruakaka salmon farm. Only for 28 & 29 Sept and 4,5,6,11,13 October. Info and Bookings 03 573 9228. Blenheim Tibetan Buddhist Group Saturday Meditation Class 10am - 11.30am (followed by a shared lunch) Alzheimers Rooms. By koha/donation . Ph Jan 578 2737 or Maree 572 2774 Blenheim Rotary Car Boot Sale Every Saturday 8am – 2pm at the Railway Station car park, Grove Rd, phone John 578 3918. Marlborough Embroiderers’ Guild First Saturday of the month at 1.30pm 4.30pm St John’s Rooms, Seymour St Ph Roz 5782471
The Diversion Gallery Open 12noon-5pm Wed – Sat. 10 London Quay, Picton. 573 7376 or 027 440 8121 or www.thediversion.co.nz
Blenheim Menz Shed 4 Dillons Point Rd open 9am to 12 noon Saturday. Mon & Wed 1 - 4pm. Thur 9 - 4pm. Building relationships and sharing skills. Ph Gerry 5781835
Yealands Estate Marlborough Gallery Open 10.30am till 4.30pm daily, 204 High St. 577 6784 www.marlboroughartsociety.com
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.
Sunday 29 September Marlborough Seniors An Afternoon at The Oscars 2pm - 5pm Clubs of Marlborough. No door sales. Purchase tickets at Club, Age Concern or Grey Power Band of the Royal Marines Concert 12:00pm–1:30pm Marlborough Convention Centre, 46a Alfred Street, Blenheim Riverside Railway Train Departs Brayshaw Station 1.45 and 3.00pm. Adults $10 Children $5 CASH ONLY Renwick Anglican Community Church 9.30am combined at the Presbyterian Church Havelock St. Ph Viv 5728705 Ulysses Ride To Pelorus Cafe via Queen Charlotte Sound. Meet at railway Stn (south end) 10.45am departing at 11am Winter Farmers’ Market 10am - 12.30pm -Liz Davidson Park, Cnr Charles & Queen Streets. Showcasing the best of what Marlborough has to offer. St Luke’s Anglican Church Ferry Road, Spring Creek. Join us for Christian worship every Sunday 09.30 Contact Rev Derek 03 578 3909
Get ready for the weekend with our list of what’s on! Petanque 10am 65A Weld Street – Phone John 577 9789. Tramping Club Mary 5728762. Buddhism for Modern Life 10am, 573 5379. Blenheim Bonsai 2pm-4pm, 7 Hale Street. Dave 577 8679. 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 of each month. Brayshaw Park, 8 Arthur Baker Place. Open Skate @ the roller skating rink Fun, music and skating! BYO skates $1 - skate hire $2. College Park Skating Rink, Stephenson St, 2pm - 4pm. EVERY SUNDAY weather permitting.
UP AND COMING EVENTS Monday 30 September JGeeks Eggs Factor Tour – Bigger, Badder, Browner. New Zealand’s craziest metro Maori are stomping their home land after a worldwide tour. 6.30pm – 8.30pm, Marlborough Lines Stadium.
Picton Rotary Club Car Boot Sale. Picton RSA carpark from 9am1pm, every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month. Contact Sheira 578 3909 o 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.
If you have an event contact Liz at The Sun on 5777 868
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Russell Montgomery for Council
Authorised by Russell Montgomery of 11A Fyffe St Blenheim
hist Group. Blenheim Tibetan Budd . 7pm - 8.30 ng chi Tea t his dd Basic Bu a/donation, koh By s. Alzheimers Room 2737 or 578 Jan Ph me lco we e eveyon Maree 572 2774.
Hometown - Blenheim Education - Marlborough Boys College and Lincoln University Family - Wife Robyn and sons, Adrian and James. Central Government - Field Centre Manager, Whakapapa and Queenstown (DoC 1982-96)
Local Government - Reserves and Amenities Manager (MDC 1996-2007) Private Sector - Owner/operator ProjX Marlborough Ltd (current) Current Community Involvement - LandSAR Marlb Committee, Alzheimer’s Search
Group Coordinator, 2013 recipient ‘Ken Large Memorial Trophy’ for outstanding contribution, dedication and professionalism in search and rescue, Alternate Controller Civil Defence Marlborough, Incident Controller Aug 16th Seddon Earthquake, Good Homes for Good Living Committee, community volunteer and project coordinator WHO Safer Community Marlborough project, Marlborough Youth Trust youth centre feasibility study project coordinator.
I could make all sorts of cliché commitments to win your support but I would prefer to rely on my broad public and private experience, my commitment to the community, my drive, energy and pragmatic approach to resolving issues and my determination to contribute a positive style of good governance and team approach around the council table.
I have what it takes to work in your best interest on every issue of council.
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V O R T E X M A R I N E RTEX MARINE Marine & Outdoors PH 578 5720 VORTEX 6 Dobson St Blenheim
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More than meets the eye offer boat and outboard repairs, but inside there have been some exciting developments. Walking through the workshop where you will often see Diana working on a boat, you will come into a number of hunting inspired retail areas specifically designed to showcase the growing range of hunting, fishing and firearms range. There is the new ‘Gun Shack’
which displays a full range of am- mounted on the entrance to show munition and soon to be added to the way. the collection will be a number of A real hunting atmosphere is felt new firearms. with the camou netting and dinghy To the right is a dedicatedGUN fishing,SHACK display, decoy ducks and mannecamping and diving area with guns walls and quins dressed in full outdoors gear. ammunition adorned with hooks, lures, fishing But it doesn’t stop there. rods, camping supplies and tents as Hunting enthusiasts are in for a well as Apollo dive gear. real treat when they venture upFrom there it leads into a hunter’s stairs to the clothing and footwear paradise with a large stag’s head display area. THE
Why go anywhere else? This is the message from Vortex Marine & Outdoors owners Pete and Diana who say their range of hunting, fishing, firearms and accessories are extremely affordable, and in many cases the cheapest in town. From the outside of their Dobson Street building people can be forgiven for thinking they only
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The walls are lined with clothing racks, backpacks and accessories while display stands hold outdoor boots, gloves and camouflage face masks. So, back to the original question; “Why go anywhere else?” Visit Vortex Marine and Outdoors, browse through the range and prepare yourself for your next hunting or fishing trip.
Our repairs are unrivalled Pete and Diana have over the years invested a lot of time, money and training into the outboard repair side of the business, and believe they come out on top as being the best in town. “Diana and I have had extensive and up-to-date training and have all the diagnostic tools for Yamaha, Mercury and Etec. “I want people to know that we can do it all here. We don’t just repair outboard motors, but we also do trailer boat repairs, engineering, bearing repairs and
welding. “And when it comes to wiring and electrical work, save time and money by coming straight to us. We can carry out all wiring work associated with your trailer boat. Vortex Marine & Outdoors offers customers the option of genuine or aftermarket parts to save money, and because they buy through one of New Zealand’s biggest importers, parts can normally be delivered the very next day.
Pete in his Gun Shack.
Things are ‘booming’ around here Pete is happy to announce he has been granted his firearms dealers license and will soon be stocking a range of new firearms inside his ‘Gun Shack’ as soon as supply is confirmed. Other items which are selling well are the ammunition and reloading components. “Sales are booming and we are stocking more for a bigger range all the time,” Pete said.
For those requiring repairs and modifications to their firearms, there is no need to send them away. Vortex Marine & Outdoors has the support of a local gunsmith who can carry out the work. Binoculars and scopes: Brands such as Swarovski, Ziess, Leupold and European Minox are in stock, though Pete can source any brand you want.
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When it comes to outdoors and hunting apparel what are the main things people look for? Waterproof, windproof, warmth and comfort. Vortex Marine & Outdoors delivers all of this through its unique range of European made outdoor clothing by leading Finnish company Jahti Jakt. Jahti Jakt is designed by experts in outdoor activities so you can be guaranteed that each clothing and footwear item is top quality. The creatively designed camouflages use a design of natural colours and vegetation detail and are available in accessories such as gloves, backpacks, boots, caps with netting plus so much more. “We can clothe you from top to bottom - literally. Our range starts with underwear and extends right through
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“Peter Jerram has been a part of the district for many years and has a great knowledge of our local area. During our recent natural disasters he was the first councillor to visit to see how we were.” Dennis and Barb Burkhart, Ward. Authorised by P Jerram 112 O’Dwyers Road, Blenheim
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Clean water for Joseph’s well A concert to raise money for a small Kenyan village was a resounding success, collecting almost $4000. Featuring local bands, singers and dancers, the St Mary’s Youth Group Concert for Joseph’s Well last Friday generated almost half of the money needed to build a borehole well in the small rural village of Emali, Kenya. This is where St Mary’s foster child Joseph Nzisia lives with his large family. “The night raised $3038, and with extra donations the total stands at $3938,” said St Mary’s youth minister Mieke Hilhorst. “This is nearly half way to our goal of $9000.” The concert, held at St Mary’s Parish Centre in Blenheim, showcased the wide variety of talent of Youth Group members and others from around Blenheim. “First time auctioneer Maurice Davies did well to keep the auction lively with a huge array of items donated by St Mary’s parishoners and local businesses, ranging from a kayak to a barrel of slime for the kids to bid on. “Parents donated a tonne of baking for the supper, along with local businesses New World, and Brumbies.” St Mary’s Youth Group have been sponsoring Joseph through Childfund for the last 10 years.
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Local success at Masters Rowing Eighty one-year-old Brian Hutchison from the Blenheim Rowing Club was the oldest competitor to take on the New Zealand Masters Rowing Championships held at Twizel last weekend. This was out of a total of 290 rowers contesting 85 events over the two days. Competitors came from all across New Zealand and Australia, including a large number of ex-elite and international rowers. Eight rowers and one coach from the Blenheim Rowing Club competed, their ages ranging from 34 to 81.
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Blenheim Rowing Club members with the medals they won at the weekend. Photo supplied.
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The youngest competitor in the event was 29-year-old Edwina Hooke from Sydney. Competition was very high with some very close racing. Blenheim Rowing Club members competing were Cynthia deJoux, Sarah Lissaman, Fiona McKay, Lindsay Fraser, Jeremy Best, Brian Parker, Mark Noble, Brian Hutchison and coach Kevin “Mouse” Taylor. The entire Blenheim Squad won medals. “All members competed exceptionally well in all the events they contested and were rewarded for their effort and the training they
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had done,” Mr Taylor said. “Very commendable results from one of the smallest clubs at the regatta.” The club took home a total of six gold medals, four silver medals and four bronze medals. Mr Taylor said this was a fantastic result achieved with only a small number of rowers. It has been a successful season for Blenheim Rowing Club, who competed at the South Island Masters Regatta in June, where they were named Top Overall Club for the second consecutive year.
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Graphic supplied by OceanFun Publishing Ltd. www.tidewiz.com www.tidespy.com
Across: 1 Smash, 4 Clutched, 9 Purest, 14 Route, 15 Rub up the wrong way, 17 Scare, 18 Tin, 19 Utensil, 20 Hackneyed, 21 Stripe, 24 Endeavour, 25 Dither, 26 Centre, 29 Best-seller, 31 Hem, 32 Drapes, 33 Brat, 35 Owe, 37 Coma, 39 Resurrect, 40 Supersede, 41 Erode, 42 Flattery, 47 Stopcock, 51 Slash, 55 Bloodbath, 56 Amendment, 58 Dogs, 59 Gap, 60 Eddy, 61 Source, 62 Pop, 63 Artificial, 66 Budget, 67 Lessen, 69 Cathedral, 72 Bitter, 73 Keepsakes, 75 Pattern, 77 For, 80 Leave, 81 Chilled to the bone, 82 Elate, 83 Recoil, 84 Maddened, 85 Coven. Down: 2 Moustache, 3 Spurn, 5 Lied, 6 Tornado, 7 Handkerchief, 8 Dowse, 9 Payment, 10 Rush, 11 Shanty, 12 Quote, 13 Penname, 14 Retired, 16 Third degree, 22 Dallas, 23 Relapse, 24 Entrant, 25 Demote, 27 Torpedo, 28 Despot, 30 Rare, 32 Demon, 34 Tweak, 36 Drop, 38 Owl, 42 Fibre, 43 Avoided, 44 Tidy, 45 Reason, 46 Range, 48 Out of breath, 49 Codicil, 50 Cog, 51 Shorten, 52 Happen, 53 Bespectacled, 54 Idea, 57 Entrée, 64 Assurance, 65 Textile, 66 Baffled, 68 Stencil, 70 Treadle, 71 Behave, 72 Broad, 74 Prism, 76 Taboo, 78 Zero, 79 Home.
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Wanted - So m e where to dump spray free grass clippings. Willing to pay a small fee. Ph 579 1311.
*Qualified Dog Groomer *Specializing in smaller breeds. *Reasonable rates. *Weekend appointments available For an appointment phone Carolyn Harrison 5778573.
Caravans for sale 1995 Elddis Mistral Ex 300 – 2 Berth 1996 Avaondale Orestes – 2 Berth 1997 Avondale Golden Mayfair 510-5 4-5 Berth 1997 Bailey Discovery Landan – 2 Berth 1997 Bailey Discovery Manta – 2 Berth
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mr green Due to increased demand for our high quality service, we are looking for the right person to own their own cleaning business with huge potential for growth. If you are interested in becoming your own boss with the added bonus of having a great support team around you, don’t wait and miss out on this great opportunity.
Phone 579 9333
or email summerharvest@xtra.co.nz Our lawnmowing and gardening franchises are also very popular and well sought after. If you are interested in becoming part of the team providing top quality home services, then call us today.
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TANKS hold approx 80gallons were used for diesel and kerosene mix, 4 in good condition $100.00 each. Phone 573 6025.
2 Bedroom central sunny warm low maintenance $250 pwk Ph Di 578 9077.
ART FOR SALE NZ Original paintings arrived by Aston Greathead, Douglas Badcock, Bly the Fletcher, etc. Souchebys Antiques O pen Mon - Sat 50 Grove Road ph 5796046. RUNNING out of Firewood? Gum & Pine $70.00 cubic m. Green Macrocapa $60 per cubic m. Contact G Bristed 027 8297 148.
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The Hairy Team are seeking an enthusiastic, energetic individual to join our packhouse team. The successful applicant must be reliable, punctual and honest with an eye for detail. Ability to work well in a team environment is important. A full driver’s license is essential. Duties will include: Heavy Lifting, Folk lift driving, Compliance to Health and Safety policies. 7.00am start, on a part time basis.
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BOAT Naiad 3.6mtrs in good order stored in shed 4 stroke suzuki 15HP. offers Ph 027 2607 784.
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SALES C legh o rn Street Wardrobe sliding doors, chest of drawers carpet drapes household items Saturday 8am.
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FORK HOIST OPERATOR Huge Section & Potential
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A/44 Weld, Redwoodtown 44a Weld Street, Redwoodtown Huge 1966m² private section + two separate road entrances Large 4 bedroom brick house, master with ensuite Open plan dining, living areas open onto wooden deck & pergola
office space to lease
Separate double garage with power & extra workshop space Established gardens and lawn area includes mature fruit trees For Sale by Negotiation with Deadline Sale by 4pm, 18th October (unless sold prior) Green Door Web Ref No: MB256 Open Open Home: Home: Sun Sun 22nd 29th 1-2pm PhoneOwner: Owner: 027 03 573 Phone 319 5534 7716
We have an opportunity for a Fork Hoist Operator to join our Winery team based in Marlborough.
For Sale by Owner - Real Estate Agents Act Not Applicable
0800 088 088
Activities will involve fork hoist operation including frequent barrel movements and some dry goods receival. Other duties around the cellar and winery could include maintenance of fork hoists, barrel cleaning, stocktake and inventory and other minor cellar operations as required.
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Approx 200 m2.
Central Blenheim High foot traffic. Possible to sub lease. Rent negotiable. Phone Rebecca 0274 835 776 work wanted
School Holiday child care 20 year old female Nursing Student with full drivers licence, available for daytime, mon-Fri child minding during the October school holidays. Will consider evening care & weekends.
Ph or txt Ellen 027 872 8200
Applicants will need to be fork hoist certified with extensive fork hoist experience. 'F' endorsement preferred although not essential. Te taro o te ora
You will require sound attention-to-detail, strong interpersonal and team skills, a self-starting attitude with the energy, motivation and stamina required to be effective in a dynamic environment.
Community Support Worker 35 hours a week We are looking for a person who has compassion, empathy and a willingness to care for others.
Shift work and extended hours will be required over our harvest period and infrequently on other occasions.
Desirable applicants should have: Qualifications and experience in working with people • Training or experience in the social service sector • Computer Skills • Budgeting Skills an advantage • A good Team player
If you have the skills and attributes described, please apply via our website: www.delegats.co.nz/careers or send your CV with a covering letter to: Stuart Brown, Delegat's Wine Estate, PO Box 91681, Victoria Street West, Auckland 1142.
Job description and application form available from The Manager Bread of Life Centre, 14B Stephenson Street, Blenheim Phone/Fax 578 1355 Email: brian@breadoflife.org.nz Applications close 11 October 2013
Intermediate / Senior Office Administrator We are seeking an energetic and organised Office Administrator. As our customers first point of contact, you will be friendly and efficient with a clear concise phone manner. Experience in MYOB / Payroll is essential. Accurate computer data entry skills and knowledge of BankLink and other programmes would be preferred. This is a full time position from 8.30 – 5.00pm, Monday – Friday. If you think you are looking for a career that offers variety and challenges, then please apply to: Office Position P.O. Box 50 Blenheim
Accounts Payable Officer Are you a team player, adaptable, self-motivated, computer literate and familiar with accounts payable and Microsoft Windows? We are looking for a high performing Accounts Payable Officer in our Accounts Payable team with the primary tasks of accounts payable processing and payments, and bank reconciliations. You will have accounts payable experience preferably with a complex organisation, with high Accounts Payable volume. We are looking for the following skills:
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Excellent organisational and people skills Computer literate Positive attitude and adaptable to change Team player, able to communicate well with other people Self-motivated, positive attitude and adaptable to change Ability to meet deadlines, accurate with data processing and reporting output • Accounts payable experience is a requirement
Applications for this position close at 5.00 pm on 9 October 2013 For information on how to apply please visit our website http:// www.marlborough.govt.nz/Your-Council/Careers/Current-Vacancies.aspx. For further information you are welcome to contact annie.percy@marlborough.govt.nz.
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Death Notices ABERHART, Reginald Dennis (Reg): September 19, 2013 BLAKE, Francesca Vanna Gina (Cicci) (nee Paterni): September 21, 2013 BROWNE, Marion Jocelyn: September 22, 2013 CLIST, Lucy Gertrude Evelyn (Eve): September 19, 2013 HASSAN, Lawrence Gerald (Lawrie): September 24, 2013 LINTOTT, Alan Raymond: September 24, 2013 LOVE, Maaki Rakapa (Mitzi): September 24, 2013
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Pigeon results Blenheim racing pigeon club held it’s third race of the season last Saturday from Christchurch, a straight line distance of 242 km. The 85 birds were liberated at 8.30am along with birds from the Kapiti Coast area and although the weather was relatively fine at the liberation point, conditions deteriorated the closer the birds got to home. The first arrival took 4 hours 15 minutes and arrived at the loft of Carl Kirkwood of Spring Creek with a velocity of 950.04 metres per minute, followed closely by a bird from the loft of Donald Morrison also of Spring Creek taking 2nd position with a velocity of 945.06 mpm. Joan Webb of central Blenheim also had a good fly gaining 3rd with her bird achieving 910.92 mpm, and young James Mc Ilroy was well pleased with his bird into 4th place with a velocity of 896.99 mpm.
They won, we lost Yesterday Oracle Team USA beat Emirates Team New Zealand by 44 seconds, clinching their win in the 34th America’s Cup with a final score of 9-8. In the past week, Oracle improved its boatspeed to 30-32 knots upwind, an incredible performance never seen before in America’s Cup yachting.
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Pre-season build up The track is nearing the end of its upgrade, cars are painted and engines are tuned. The beginning of the 2013/2014 Eastern States Speedway season is nearly upon us and the public is invited to a pre-season sneak peak. There will be a Pre-Season Expo held this Sunday at the Blenheim School grounds from 11am to 3pm. This is give the public a chance to view the cars racing this season, meet the drivers and teams plus be in to win some ticket giveaways on the day. Also on display will be the fastest speedway saloon in New Zealand, as well as the fastest corvette in the world, courtesy of Marlborough Muscle Car Museum. Bring along the whole family, kids can grab a poster, enjoy a sausage sizzle and be part of the exciting lead up to the season’s opening night on Saturday, October 26 at 7pm.
Eastern States Speedway is hosting its Pre-Season Expo this Sunday, featuring a lineup of cars for the public to view. ESS driver and national saloon champion NZ1 Rob Flood will be one of many drivers there with his car (pictured). Photo supplied.
Waterlea harness trials The smart pacer Lifesofine returned to the trials at Waterlea on Saturday run by the Marlborough O.T.B.Assn and showed he is ready for another successful season for his trainers Mike and Pat O’Brien. A winner of five races last season the Live Or Die five year old easily won the heat for 1 to 5 wins pacers. Driven by Brent Weaver trailed at the back of the field early but once his driver asked him improve he quickly looped the field and scored by five lengths in 3m 06.27 for the 2400m mobile start raced on a slushy track during a downpour. The gelding looks in capital condition and will improve further with the run. The O’Brien’s also harnessed up the placegetters, Prime Legal and Beckinsale
second and third respectively. Lady Molly, a four-year-old mare prepared by Graeme Neill won the Novice pace in a slower 3m 15.06. Lady Molly is another pacer by Live Or Die. The heat for qualifiers produced three starters and they all went under the required time of 3m 12.5 due mainly to a solid pace set by Letting Go, a promising 3 year-old filly by Grinfromeartoear. Driven by her trainer Brent Weaver they ran some smart sectionals with Letting Go leading throughout and running away in the straight to score by 11 lengths in 3m 06.76 after running the last 800m in 59.17s also on a slushy track. Second place went to Blythecliffe a 3 year-old filly by
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Elsu, trained by the O’Briens. She qualified in 3m 08.96 with Mickey Doolan in third place requiring 3m 09.29. he is a 3 year-old gelding by Royal Mattjesty prepared by Paul Scott. Results; Pacers Non Winners 2400m (mobile) 1 Lady Molly (B Weaver). 2 Santa Rosa Glory (G O’Brien). 3 Lola Jones (M O’Brien) Margins; 2 lengths, 1 @1/2 lengths Fourth Aveross Outlaw Time 3m 15.06 (last 800) 58.44s Winner trained by G Neill, Waterlea. Pacers Qualifying 2400m (mobile) Required time 3m 12.5. 1 Letting Go (B Weaver). 2 Blythecliffe (M O;Brien). 3 Mickey Doolan (P Scott) Margins: 11 lengths, 1 @1/2 lengths Only Starters. Time 3m 06.76 last 800 59.17s Winner trained by B Weaver Waterlea.
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