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The Sowman family: from left, Hayley Sowman holding Dominic with husband Ben Sowman at rear. Mayor Sowman and wife Thelma with daughter Jessie at front and her partner Adam Church at rear.

By Glenise Dreaver “A privilege and an honour” is the way Alistair Sowman describes his record-breaking fourth term in as MDC Mayor in the 2013 election.

It was, he says, also a relief, “The polls might suggest you’re ok, but you never know.”

There were, after all, suggestions that it was time for a change, “... though no one quite knew why. I guess in the end they couldn’t find enough reasons for change.”

The issue of a deputy mayor is one to be addressed at the October 31 meeting of council. So far, he says, Terry Sloan is the only one who has publicly ‘put up his hand’.

“But there is a process to go through.”

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By Glenise Dreaver Mayor Alistair Sowman re-elected for a fourth term is unassailable, with 8803 provisional votes by 9.30am on Sunday October 13. This is already clear, though final results are not due until Thursday October 17.

In 2010, with his only rival Jamie Arbuckle, he took 10,793 votes.

This year’s result sees him 4000 ahead of Jamie’s 4989 votes (6795 in 2010). First timer Brian Dawson recorded 3778 and Richard Feather 777.

Jamie, and Jenny Andrews, were the only Blenheim Ward councillors elected on the first count, with Jamie

Graeme Taylor: edged out.

again top on 2065 (1418) and Jenny on 1478 (1401). David Dew, who in

2010 came in second between the two with 1407, missed the cut this time at twelfth (428).

Jessica Bagge was the third councillor elected with 1317 votes, exactly the same number as in 2010 when she was fifth.

New councillor Brian Dawson came fourth on 1256, John Leggett kept his seat with 1239 (1251)and Terry Sloan was second last elected on 1275 (1330).

Laressa Shenfield took the seventh Blenheim Ward seat on 1180. This result came after an anxious day and a half. She finally edged out sitting councillor Graeme Taylor on 1141

(1234).

Local writer Cynthia Brooks is the new councillor in the Wairau/Awatere Ward, where there was a vacancy following Francis Maher’s retirement.

She came in third on 1109 votes, with sitting councillor Peter Jerram holding his first place on 1610 (2039). Geoff Evans had 1190 (1056).

The three sitting Marlborough Sounds Wards councillors were reelected with David Oddie again polling in first place with followed by Trevor Hook and Graeme Barsanti.

Richard Feather, with just 452, failed in his bid.

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By Glenise Dreaver “I’ve moved up the rankings!” says an elated Jessica Bagge, third in the Blenheim Ward following her fifth in 2010 when she was a first-time councillor.

She’s also pleased by the changes in council that, she says, will allow her to share some of the burden she felt in constantly speaking up for more family and business-friendly policies.

“It’s been a bit of a small-town old boys’ network.”

Now, with people like Brian

with his a business background, Laressa’s marketing and family focus, and Cynthia’s knowledge of heritage issues and journalism there is the prospect of sharing, she says.

“It means I am feeling light and invigorated.”

That is what will allow her to manage her new dual role, as she also made a successful bid for a place on the Nelson Marlborough District Health Board.

“It’s a massive responsibility.

“With a budget of $426m, it’s huge, and it’s actually a notch up from council. “ The two roles do cross over, she says, and the MDC could learn much from the NMDHB. “Their agendas are a joy to read. Any conflicts of interest are declared right at the front.

The acronyms are all explained at the back too.”

Most importantly she says, both roles are about collaboration. “I want to make a difference in the community.”

Jessica Bagge, MDC Councillor and NMDHB representative.

Council committee chairs will need replacing Continued from page 1 Now he’s interviewing all councillors before making decisions on committee placements and chairmanship decisions.

“Chairmen need to be people with council experience,” he says firmly.

“New councillors need to build up experience and deputies’ positions help them do that.”

He says he’s ready to move on from campaign tensions, especially with mayoral candidates Jamie Arbuckle and Brian Dawson.

“That’s history. The Mayor has to be above personal conflicts.”

And while he hadn’t spoken to Jamie yet, he said the second-time councillor could well be given more responsibility.

The electorate had selected candidates with a strong emphasis on local economic development.

As well, voters’ concerns about the need for financial prudence, along with his own increased legal accountability, were driving the need for changes.

“They are areas highlighted in the campaign.

“I take it on board.”

There could therefore be structural change as well as those of personnel.

Mayor Sowman speculates that the very large community and financial planning committee could be divided into two, one focussing on finance and the other on community economic development.

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Commitment to community

By Glenise Dreaver Newly-elected MDC councillor Laressa Shenfield did her homework before putting her name up for the Blenheim Ward.

She talked, amongst others, to Mayor Alistair Sowman and to other councillors as well as friends, her mother Lynette and husband Richard. Unexpectedly, the person she did not consult was her father, Kaikoura MP Colin King.

“I just told him after I decided.”

Laressa says she has been brought up to be independent and after leaving for the UK at the age of 19 made her own way, ending up in Australia as the visual production manager for a national fashion footwear chain, where she led a large team.

She met her viticulturist husband Richard in Australia when they were both in their thirties. “I waited for the right person.”

They returned to Marlborough to bring up their two children, Sam aged two and Maisie three, with Laressa a stay-at-home mother for the last four years.

Now, she says, it’s time to contribute to the community and she wants to see greater community engagement with council. She passionately believes that Marlborough needs to grow as a family focussed area.

She is committed, she says, to fostering economic growth – and ensuring she does not find herself a “Skype grandmother”, living here but with children who have moved away to find a good job.

Laressa Shenfield, with husband Richard and their children Maisie and Sam. Photo provided.

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Blenheim lawyer Murray Hunt has been appointed a Family Court Judge to serve in Whangarei.

Mr Hunt was admitted to the bar in 1984 and is of Ngai Tahu and Pakeha descent. He has been a partner at Blenheim firm Hardy Jones Clark since 2007 and was a partner of Gascoigne Wicks (also Blenheim) from 1986 to 2007.

Judge Hunt will be sworn in on October 25 in Blenheim.

By Glenise Dreaver Newly- ele cted Wa i r u a / Aw a t e r e Ward councillor Cynthia Brooks says she thought long and hard about standing.

“I asked around for about four months.

People were happy when I said I was standing and after talking to them I was committed, galvanised.”

One of four women on the new council she says however, that gender is not an issue. “I have always worked well in the company of men.

We are all people. That said, I think women do build relationships well.

“It’s all about communication.”

This is especially true in the widespread Wairau/Awatere Ward. “We have a big area to cover and Peter, Geoff and I are already formulating ways to cover it as a new team.”

By Glenise Dreaver Newly-elected Blenheim Ward councillor and mayoral candidate Brian Dawson is frank that he is disappointed not to have been elected mayor.

(And he’s also frank that he is likely to challenge again at the next election.)

But the fourth-placed councillor in the seven-person ward is looking forward to working on the province’s economic development.

Ensuring that Marlborough becomes a place that attracts families and provides well-paying jobs, thus ensuring future growth, is the only way to stem rate increases he says.

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Blenheim schools first in high-speed internet rollout Story and photo by Kristy Martin Springlands and Grovetown students will be among the first in New Zealand to benefit from a new high-speed internet rollout in schools.

Springlands School principal Gaylene Beattie said she was excited to be among the 21 schools nationwide to be connected to the government funded Network for Learning (N4L) system by the end of the year.

N4L is a managed broadband package that will deliver fast, high-quality connections with uncapped data to schools.

It will also link the schools together via a secure data network.

Eager to sign up to the free broadband, Ms Beattie filled out her application as soon as the offer went out.

“We are really, really keen to have high-speed internet and the ministry (of education) has committed to delivering that to all schools.

“What it will mean for us is, basically, speed of access,” she said.

Each of the 450 Springlands students, from new entrants to Year Six, use the internet regularly. In today’s world, it is a vital tool for learning.

Grovetown School principal Selena Tonks was also thrilled to be among the first batch of schools announced for N4L by Associate Education Minister Nikki Kaye.

“We are over the moon,” Ms Tonks said.

“It is a big deal for our school and we are really looking forward to it happening this term.

“We feel very fortunate to be one of the schools that has been chosen.”

Nikki Kaye said the rollout to other schools had to be progressive, balanced and timed to each school’s needs.

“By the end of 2014, 700 schools will be connected to the managed network and 2016 will see all schools invited to connect,” she said.

The government has committed $211 million over the next eight years for the initiative.

Right: Springlands students Cressida Coster, 11, (at back) and Faelynn Landon-Lane, 9, will be among the first in New Zealand to benefit from the new Network for Learning internet package.

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Wild winds lash region Fierce winds of up to 100kmh brought down trees and caused chaos for rubbish collectors in Blenheim on Monday.

Council had to cordon off some parks and reserves as the gale force winds tore through Marlborough and brought trees crashing to the ground.

The wind whipped up loose material, sending tree branches, recycling bins and rubbish scattering across roads.

Pedestrians and drivers were warned to be on alert.

According to MetService meteorologist Daniel Corbett, the northwesterly winds reached up to 150 km/h in exposed areas, such as the northern Marlborough Sounds.

He said the ridge tops surrounding Blenheim would have experienced winds between 110-120kmh, with the highest recorded wind speed in the town

itself 93kmh.

Kaikoura experienced winds of up to 110kmh, while the highest on record were at Mt Hutt, at more than 200kmh.

Mr Corbett said the nasty weather had passed and while it was expected to drop to just 3C last night, the rest of the week was expected to remain pleasant, with 18C and 22C the predicted maximum temperatures for today and tomorrow.

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Volunteers gather to begin planting Outward Bound volunteers, along with members of the Rai Pelorus Group and MP Colin King were there for the start of planting of native flax on a swampy area of land classified as road reserve between Te Hoiere Road and State Highway 6.

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Wine and Food Festival tickets on sale Tickets for one of the top of the south’s biggest events, The Marlborough Wine & Food Festival, are now on sale.

A Marlborough local special of just $45 per ticket runs until this Sunday, October 20, before an early bird rate of $48 + booking fee kicks in from Oct 21 to 27. Tickets will then be the normal price of $55 plus booking fee from October 28.

Organisers said a great response to the festival’s new format in 2013, which included the huge Culinary Pavilion and Local Food Hero’s area, had encouraged them to cement those in place and build on them to make it even more

enjoyable and entertaining for festival-goers.

The release of the tickets coincides with the announcements of the key acts for the 2014 event.

Headlining the event will be New Zealand indie rock band The Phoenix Foundation.

The critically-acclaimed band plays smart, expressive music that has made them one of the most successful independent acts to emerge from this country in recent years.

Their latest album, Fandango, was released earlier this year.

Also featured on the lineup is Iva Lamkum who will perform music from her 2013 debut

album, Black Eagle.

The album is an exciting amalgamation of roots reggae, folk, rock, funk, indie and beyond.

Lamkum is hitting headlines further afield, recently being named one of the thirteen top global divas by MTV Iggy (US).

In a nod to the festival’s earlier days and a celebration of its 30th anniversary, the New Zealand Army Band and popular covers trio The Beat Girls both return to entertain the crowds.

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Urgent repairs to heritage oak Urgent action was under way yesterday to save one of Seymour Square’s historic trees; the oak planted by the Prince of Wales on his 1920 tour of New Zealand.

The oak tree quercus palustris is in the northwestern corner of the Square.

Marlborough District Council’s Reserves section organised the rebracing of the tree after cables snapped during Monday’s gale force winds.

Council reserves and amenities officer Robert Hutchinson says the wind and the wet proved too much for the oak tree.

“It was the perfect mix; the tree’s flush of rapid spring growth and the

extra weight of that given all the rain plus the fierce wind.

“It snapped the cable bracing on a couple of the big branches.”

The northwest corner of the Square had to be cordoned off while the work was being conducted.

Mr Hutchinson said it was an urgent job to ensure the survival of the tree.

The damage was discovered during inspections of large trees around Blenheim after the storm.

The Council installed cable bracing in the heritage oak tree several years ago.

“When the cable bracing snapped, the branch it was supporting moved away from the tree a few inches,”

Mr Hutchinson said.

“As well as repairing the cable bracing, the weight on the branch has to be reduced to ensure it doesn’t break away from the tree.

“The tree also has a couple of stress fractures along other branch stems, which indicated too much weight is on these branches also the weight needs to be reduced so they don’t snap off.”

Arborist Tim Lovejoy of David James Tree Services had to climb the tree to reinstall the cable brace to lower the risk of a branch breaking off and dropping into the park.

Further work to reduce the weight of the branches will begin tomorrow.

Seymour Square’s historic oak, planted by the Prince of Wales on his 1920 tour of New Zealand, needs urgent rebracing.

Civic Theatre now Marlborough agent for Ticketek Story and photo by Celeste Lodewyk No more getting lost on ticketing websites or missing out on your favourite show because you don’t know how to buy tickets.

The Marlborough Civic Theatre Trust is proud to announce that as of this week they are the official agent in Marlborough for Ticketek.

The Civic Theatre also operates TicketDirect Tasman, TicketDirect Marlborough, Marlborough Light and Sound, Floor Pride

Civic Theatre and Wisheart Room.

“We are thrilled. It’s very exciting and things are going well,” said Marlborough Civic Theatre Trust CEO Alana Cairns.

Marlburians can now buy tickets to their favourite events, from concerts, theatre, musicals, festivals and exhibitions through to sport via Ticketek anywhere in the country.

“Any event in New Zealand which is Ticketek we can sell tickets for,” Alana said.

People can even purchase day passes to Australia’s Dream World and theme parks.

“These make great Christmas gifts. No more going online hoping to get a ticket, come to us and we will work with you,” she said.

If by chance the Civic Theatre team does not have the tickets, they are more than happy to find out where they can be purchased and pass these details on.

Another piece of exciting news for the

Civic Theatre is that they will soon also be a Dash Ticket outlet in the coming weeks.

“Watch this space,” Alana said smiling.

Tickets for The Marlborough Wine & Food Festival, set for February 8, went on sale this week at the special price of $45 for locals.

The Marlborough Civic Theatre will be open this Saturday and Sunday from 10am - 1pm for this promotion.

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Cancer Society calendar fresh from printer Story and photo

by Celeste Lodewyk Images of crimson clouds stretching out in sunsets over sheep yards, lush green vineyards and the captured movement of water in rocky river beds are featured in the new ‘Milestones’ calendar being launched tomorrow.

The Milestones calendar has been a labour of love for coordinator Tricia Johnson, who set out eight months ago to create a new fundraising venture for the Marlborough Cancer Society.

“We had a lot of success with our Cooks’ Calendar cookbook which raised $60,000 for the Cancer Society, so this time I decided a birthday calendar would be something new and different,” she said.

Tricia approached Marlborough photographer Kevin Judd who was very supportive of her idea, and donated his time to produce a series of images for the calendar.

Blenheim-based graphic artist Alex Lloyd has also been a major contributor by donating his time to design the calendar, as well as Blenheim Print which discounted the printing.

Each of the pages are sponsored by a local business, including the Sun Newspaper, which has covered the cost of printing.

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“I have been blown away by everyone’s willingness to say yes and support the calendar.

Marlborough is a very special place and it has been hugely gratifying to see it finished and ready for sale,” Tricia said.

Milestones will be officially launched tomorrow evening, and

will then be available for purchase at Garden Marlborough’s Blenheim Club, Hunters Wines, Villa Maria, the Cancer Society rooms in Blenheim as well as at the Boat House Theatre throughout the up and coming run of the Calendar Girls show.

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Wednesday October 16, 2013

Sun readers have their say... with the WORD on the Street.

Q: Did you vote in the Local Body Elections and were you pleased with the result?

Geoff Neal Blenheim

Linda Kula Blenheim

Stuart Greif Grovetown

Pim Mellish Havelock

Cherry Pownley Wairau Valley

Yes. I voted for Alistair and thought he would win by quite a bit. Jamie is maturing, but I think he could do with a few more years.

I filled out the forms but forgot to hand them in.

I’m happy to see Alistair Sowman as Mayor because he’s very supportive of the youth.

I voted and I am disgusted with the results! I think it is scandallous that someone like David Dew missed out.

Yes. The people I voted for got in and I voted for Alistair because he always comes out to Havelock and is there when we need him.

Yes I did and the results were expected. The DHB candidates I voted for got in and that was a great result. I thought the mayoralty could have gone another way.

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Letters to the editor

Work being conducted on a stretch of guardrails between Blenheim and Picton. Photo supplied.

Letters on issues of community interest are welcomed. Guidelines are that they should be no longer than 150 words. They must be signed and a street address provided to show good faith, even if a nom de plume is provided for publication.

The editor reserves the right to

abridge letters or withhold unsuitable letters from publication.

Send or fax them to the address on page two, or e mail them to news@blenheimsun.co.nz. Please note that your name and street address must also be provided in e mails.

Public safety Dear Ed, It was heartening to read news in Wednesday’s Sun, of the plans to be carried out in order to bring about needed safety locally. $2.5m is to be spent on new guard rails between Blenheim and Picton, also the demand to make lifejacket wearing compulsory when on the water.

Both are steps in the right direction for the safety of people in Marlborough It is to be hoped that the new administration will also have safety as their priority and concentrate on the need for safety for pedestrians.

One example, the crossing in Middle Renwick Road is well overdue.

The new Fish and Game billboard on State Highway 1 between Picton and Blenheim. Inset: The previous Fish & Game sign.

Marygold Miller

Meet the Locals

Dead and dying Last year the Fish & Game billboard alongside the dead forest at the Para Swamp (now regenerating with abandon and vigour) carried the Tourism NZ branding “100% Pure” A very mixed message some thought.

Well the good news is this has been replaced with a Fish and Game billboard with an obscure message about

irrigation with a picture of a dead fish!!

This is the gateway to the South Island and to Marlborough. Apart from being somewhat meaningless in its message it is also ugly and, well, just bloody horrible. A dead trout. Why? Whatever for and what’s the point?

Life goes on....and the willows keep growing

Fine dozey voters BIRTHDAY PARTIES $12pp LOCALS YEAR PASS $22 EcoWorld Picton Aquarium. Picton Foreshore 03 573 6030 | john@ecoworldnz.co.nz

Dear Ed, The poor voter turn-out at Council elections (50% were too tired, doped or dozy to vote) needs attention.

I suggest not voting be illegal and MDC be given legislative power to collect fines ($500?) and thereby

Jane Pascoe Blenheim I did and the results were to be expected. There wasn’t much option for Mayor, so it was the logical choice.

increase revenue which will allow MDC to get rid of (a) debt and (b) parking meters in the Central Business District.

The meters can be replaced with 30 minute parking limits.

Don Coyote

Asset sales Dear Ed, Recently I was contacted to give a 10 word position on Asset Sales, near impossible!

So I would like to say I am in principle totally opposed to “Asset Sales”.

Councils and Government should not sell crucial core service assets such as water, electricity, airline, rail, banks, ports, airports and postal services nor should they have sold Telecom.

Regionally the council must keep the port, airport, electricity, water, forests, indeed anything which is earning a reasonable profit and appreciating for the rate and tax payer.

The only exception is where the council is in competition.

Buildings such as Katmandu and old theatre sell them, downsize debt.

Land the council owns needs to be released and sold for local development again to reduce debt and the rates burden.

At a recent meeting of mayoral candidates it was publically disclosed the council had policies to sell 10 percent “STOP IT” Michael Mooney

Council stance offensive Dear Ed, In the new "Draft Picton Foreshore Management Plan" it is stated that a new whaling wing to the existing museum is recommended by council as an urban amenity improvement.

I find this statement extremely offensive as on October 10, 2013 an independent appointed commissioner declined a resource consent for such an addition because it was "ultimately incompatible with the value of the reserve" and the application did not fit the "sustainable management paradigm".

On October 1, 2013 a new resource consent application was lodged involving the same building which of course, now in the eyes of the public, has the full support of council as shown in the draft plan.

It shows clearly council's bias and this can not be dismissed as an oversight.

It is in mild words devious, unprofessional and incompetent.

The public can only hope that this application will be dealt with by a commissioner and not by council.

Kurt Trixl

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From a staff member’s point of view, the Christmas function is something they really look forward to, so here are some fun ideas to incorporate into your function.

- Charter a boat for a tour of the Marlborough Sounds and enjoy food, drinks, even a spot of fishing!

- Book a venue and hire some entertainers to perform. These can be musicians, dance lessons or perhaps a live cooking demonstration.

- Paintball shooting. This could be a great stressrelieving exercise for staff.

- Wine tasting trail. There are still a large number of Marlburians who have not sampled the wines which have made the region famous.

- Hire a bus and transport staff to a ‘mystery location’ which could in fact be several locations including cafes, restaurants and wineries.

- Organise for an adult bouncy castle or ‘jousting’ arena to be incorporated into the staff function.

- Ten pin bowling is also a great way to unwind after a busy year.

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A guide to planning a Christmas function - Acknowledge the party budget.

Decide whether guests will be contributing to the function. Review the budget as soon as possible to establish your spending limits.

- Choose an appropriate party theme.

Select a theme that encompasses the desired mood of the occasion. Popular company Christmas party themes include “Winter Wonderland” and “12 Days of Christmas.” Base your menu and party décor on the chosen theme to create a festive atmosphere.

- Shop for decorations and party accessories.

Choose the props around the theme you have chosen, and have fun! You can theme tables, dancing areas and the catering area. If there are announcements, work awards or entertainers etc appearing, you can dress up a stage area. Again depending

on your budget this can be outsourced to a event theming company or depending on the number of social club volunteers you have.

- Pick a suitable date and venue.

There may be heavy competition from other companies hosting their Christmas parties so get in early to book your function. Scheduling the Christmas party after work hours is the best way to get the most employee involvement.

- Catering Choose a menu that is affordable and will appeal to many tastes. Provide alternatives for those with special dietary needs. Usually for larger numbers buffet is the option, but for more intimate Christmas parties you could have set menus a la carte.

Enjoy your Christmas Function!

La Veranda re-opens for summer A taste of the hospitality industry, via the IT field, provided the initial interest in food and wine for new La Veranda chef, Stephen Akehurst.

Stephen heads the new team after recently completing his Diplome de Cuisine at Le Cordon Bleu French Cuisine School in Wellington. With a passion for European cooking, particularly French food, Stephen is excited by the opportunity to produce the French country style menu La Veranda is renowned for.

The daily ‘plat du jour’ menu options will provide him with the freedom to include his speciality dishes.

Previously involved in Marlborough viticulture, wine is a companionpassion for Stephen so the idea of guests being able to enjoy a tasting tray of four different Georges Michel wines with their food choices really

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Stephen will continue to showcase local produce, using Marlborough salmon, mussels and wild game. The cheeses, of course, are imported from France - including Morbier, Brie de Meaux, Saint Nectaire and Bleu d’Auvergne. Wild pork or venison terrine, pork rillettes, homemade Toulouse sausages and the ‘charcuterie’ are back by popular demand.

Open Tuesday to Sunday from 11am to 4pm, come out for a quick fuel stop between appointments or stay for a long leisurely lunch overlooking the vineyard.

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Les McKay aims for a new finishing line As Les McKay stands down from his leadership role with Marlborough Harriers, he talks to Glenise Dreaver about his new and “pre-retired” stage of life.

The voice of Marlborough Harriers, Les He continued running, but that finally brought McKay has announced his retirement from a far-reaching challenge leading to retirement the group. from both work and harriers.

He has held every office except treasurer (“I In 2003, running along Oriental Parade knew better than that!”) and was an active (Wellington again!) he ran into a road barrier runner on arriving here from Gore in 1992. and suffered a groin injury.

He was soon involved in committee work “Stupid. A freak thing.” as well as running, including several terms as A stressful and costly battle with ACC folpresident. lowed. Seven years and numerous reviews later, Now 66, Les looks surprised at the idea that he he now feels vindicated after two court cases. started running late. “I was only in my forties.” “I won both.”

He began in Dunedin, as a social runner.

After many trips to Stanford in California, “In my lunch hour as a de-stressor from my a permanent implant now sends an bank job. Forty five minutes electric current along the waterfront.” through the inThe chimney on Later, transferred to Edenguinal nerve. “It dale, he became more seri- his house fell down tells the brain there is no ous, running in a group. pain.”

Les now drives past The physical and mental and he thought runners and thinks: “Why drain over the thousands of aren’t you out with harrihours this injury took has, “Bugger this!” ers?” says Les, been great.

It’s not only social, it pulls “And still I can’t run.” you along, takes you to the next stage, he says.

On race days he timekeeps, but feels it’s “It makes a huge difference.” time to get out of administration.

Wairoa-born, he started in banking there.

Les will maintain his links with harri“Better than going back to school.” ers, retaining pet projects like the Queen His career path set, Les vividly remembers Charlotte Relay. regular purple envelopes announcing a transfer.

He’s also finding new challenges.

The Patea envelope was, unsurprisingly, not “I’m now the chairperson of Age Concern.” a promotion after a requested transfer from The challenge has been thrown to look at Wellington following the Wahine storm. (The what we do and how to allow them to provide chimney on his house fell down and he thought services to the +65’s. He shoulder tapped and “Bugger this!”) . says he has an enthusiastic board for 2013-2014.

In Patea, he met his future wife Jeanette, a He’s always looking for volunteers to visit the teacher. One purple envelope later they mar- many lonely local people. ried.

Elder abuse is another issue he’s fired up to But soon after they came to Blenheim, there act on. was a restructuring offering two options: Then there’s the Men’s Coffee Group. “About Invercargill or redundancy.

14 of us meet at Mango on Thursdays about “I left on Friday and started my mortgage midday. “We put the world right. This is my broking business here on Monday.” pre-retired stage of life,” he says.

The exciting new Mondrians Restaurant & Bar is now open BREAKFAST - LUNCH - DINNER OPEN 7 DAYS For bookings and enquiries phone 03 520 6187 Cnr Alfred and Henry Streets, Blenheim

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PRITCHARD: Evan and Crystal are pleased to announce the safe arrival of their first child Dexter Langan Pritchard. Born September 4, 2013 at 1:06 am weighing 9lb 15oz. Many thanks all the staff at Wairau Hospital and a huge thankyou to midwife Shona Wills for a fantastic job in assisting the birth of our son. Photo supplied.

MuM OF THE WEEK Congratulations to Crystal Pritchard this week’s lucky winner of the New World $25 voucher to spend at New World Blenheim.

Our winner is invited to bring her ID in to claim her prize when she next visits New World Blenheim.

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The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has confirmed that, on the basis of information to hand, there was never a food safety risk associated with any Karicare products made with whey protein concentrate (WPC).

This includes all of Nutricia NZ Limited’s Karicare Infant Formula.

MPI has received results confirming that products containing WPC manufactured by Fonterra, including all Nutricia Karicare Infant Formula Stage 1 and Karicare Gold + Follow-On Formula Stage 2 products, are not and never were contaminated with Clostridium botulinum and pose no risk to consumers of contracting botulism.

The organism detected is confirmed as Clostridium sporogenes. It is therefore not capable of producing botulism causing toxins.

There are no known food safety issues associated with Clostridium sporogenes, although at elevated levels certain strains may be associated with food spoilage.

the y a s s d i K darndest things...

My son said the funniest thing ever last week.

He is finishing kindergarten in a month’s time and his grandfather asked him what he was going to do after he finished (meaning where was he going to go to school).

My son said; “I’m going to find a wife and get married. There’s a couple of girls I like but sometimes they cry too much so I’m not sure who I will pick.”

We couldn’t stop laughing. Kate Send in your child's funny comments to our weekly "Kids say the darndest things" column to celeste@blenheimsun.co.nz

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Playcentre farm visit

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Blenheim Playcentre had a farm visit recently. The children had lots of fun feeding the sheep, lambs and chicken and even found some muddy puddles to jump in!

a Vasquez, Amelia Peyton Burton-Walker, Sofi . les  From left, back to front: dd pu d mu the nry playing in Stewart and Thomas He

 Connor Johnson has a go at feeding the animals while Hadley Johnson (not related) looks on.

 Amelia Stewart and Elke Sta fford giving milk to the lambs.

Marina 2 Marina

The inaugural Marina 2 Marina walk/run race was held at Picton in bright sunshine on Sunday.

 Marina runners Bill Mitchell and And rew Trott.

yna cks, Kirsty Price and Sha  Maria Hine, Corinne Sto 9km walk

 Paul Murphy of Nelson and Joy Crum p of Blenheim waiting for the start of the 9km walk.

Dowling ready for the

 A family affair: Bailey Maunder, 10, cousin Taylor Clark of Havelock 9, and Zach Maunder 13, had trained hard for the 9km run.

 Nicola Poswillo and Anna Poff did the Snout run.

 Sun journalist Kristy Ma rtin completes the 9km

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Pizzas on the menu at Linkwater Fun Day

By Kristy Martin Homemade wood-fired pizzas will be one delicious treat on offer at the Linkwater School Fun Day later this month.

Kerstin Gramss from Bread On Tour is bringing her mobile pizza oven to the school’s fundraising extravaganza and will be offering two varieties of pizza on the day.

Ms Gramss, whose son Lukas is a student at the school, said she really enjoyed making pizzas with the students at last year’s

Fun Day. “The kids helped with rolling them and topping them.

“They were really focused and it was great working with them,” she said.

The school’s annual Fun Day will be held on Sunday October 27 at the Linkwater Community Hall and the school grounds.

With an all day café, famous garlic mussels, games for the kids, races, plants, white elephant, ice creams, raffles, rides and bouncy castle, it is sure to be

an exciting day out for the whole family.

Gates will be open from 10am2pm.

The Fun Day will run in conjunction with the Linkwater Fine Art Auction on the evening of Saturday October 26.

Right: Kerstin Gramss with her Bread on Tour mobile pizza oven. Inset: one of her beautiful pizzas. Photos by Karen Bull.

Gordon Currie, zone director for Grey Power Wellington, Marlborough and West Coast with Pulse Energy chief executive Gary Holden at the Clubs of Marlborough.

New power scheme for seniors

By Kristy Martin Marlborough seniors are reaping the benefits of the new Grey Power Electricity, which has been tailored to provide the elderly with low cost power and easy-to-read bills.

The electricity scheme, launched last month, is the result of a partnership between Grey Power Federation and Pulse Energy.

Pulse won the contract after Grey Power, a lobby group for over 50s, approached electricity providers nationwide and asked them to develop a proposal.

The result, Grey Power Electricity, is exclusive to Grey Power members.

Grey Power’s national president Roy Reid said the aim was to give seniors some respite from the cost of living.

“It is our hope that other senior citizens across New Zealand will join us in our goal of improving the welfare and wellbeing of our members,” Mr Reid said.

Pulse Energy chief executive Gary Holden is touring the country to meet with Grey Power representa-

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He said Pulse had the flexibility to acquire low cost power from competing generators and pass the benefits on to Grey Power members.

“This country has been built on the back of the efforts of senior citizens and we hope to finally show them some of the benefits of deregulation,” Mr Holden said.

“It is time the industry allowed the wisdom of electricity reform to provide value to these important members of society.”

Pink Ribbon Street Appeal Pretty in pink: Volunteers for the New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation Michelle Dawson and Lorraine Murphy collect donations at Countdown in Blenheim last Friday.

Tango’s relocated Great range, heaps of colour and plenty of space. Tango’s is set for business in its new premises at the corner of Queen and Charles Streets.

“The new store looks so great and we are really proud of it,” owner Melanie Dowling said.

Melanie, husband Gary, their children and “the wonderful Tango’s team” have worked hard over the last week to move everything from their previous Arthur Street premises which is set to be demolished.

“We absolutely love our new location.

The added space gives customers more room to browse our collection of top quality imported shoes, boots and bags.

“We are very appreciative of our loyal customers and we really hope people like the new store. It’s bright, sunny and so much more spacious and we are looking forward to seeing everyone at the new store,” Melanie said.

Ardine Wilson of Tango’s.

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FOWLER, Ambrose Henry: Suddenly, on Friday on Friday October 11, 2013 at Blenheim. Aged 80 years. Much loved husband of Nancy, dearly loved Dad of Wayne and Jen (Ashhurst), Carrollyn and Gary, and Diane and Tommy (Picton). Loved Grandad of Brian, Karl, and Donna and the late Nancy, and Great Grandad of Hunter.

Messages to 13 Scotland Street Picton 7220. Special thanks to the staff at Wairau HDU for all their care and support. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Marlborough SPCA would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to PO Box 115, Renwick 7243.

A funeral service for Ambrose will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, Blenheim at 10.30am Tuesday October 15 followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.

GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

Bingo/Housie Thursday 7pm Blenheim Bowling Club, Weld Street.

40 houses, raffles and meals from 5.30pm. Proceeds to Te Rerenga o Te Ra.

Blenheim Healing Rooms Open 1st & 3rd Saturdays every month. 11.00am 1pm. Stonewood Homes Office, 68 High Street. Free Christian healing prayer available to anyone. Phone 578 9704.

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.

Hospice Shop ‘Spring has sprung’ and we have a great variety of Spring and Summer Clothing for you, come and see us here at the Hospice Shop, Redwoodtown.

Mental Health Consumer Advocacy Service. Our Advocates will take up your cause to ensure your rights are respected, listen to your concerns and support you in the actions you want to take to gain resolution. Ph: 579 5304 or call at Level 2, Aorere House, 54 Scott St.

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 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.

Thorn Family Gathering The decendants of JOHN & MARY ANN THORN of Dovedale Nelson Sunday 27th Oct 10am onwardsat the Hope Hall Nelson Please bring any relevant photos BernadineF62@GMail.com

community services Marlborough After Hours GP Services: Wairau Hospital campus, after 6pm.

Reception 520 6377.

Office 520 9980.

Ambulance: Urgent 111.

Non urgent 579 4870.

After Hours Chemists: Springlands Pharmacy 9am-6pm 7 days Ph 5782271.

Diabetes Marlborough Inc: 5775549, Office hours 9am-3pm, Monday - Friday Lifeline Marlborough: 0800 543354, 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, Harvey 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) Alzheimers Society Marlborough: 577 6172, 8 Wither Rd, Mon,Wed,Fri 9am-4pm / Tue, Thurs 9.30-3pm.

Hospital Visiting Hours: Wairau Hospital: Daily 11.30am-7.30pm, children under 12 may visit parents only. Maternity Ward: 10am-Noon, 4pm-7pm.

Children's Ward: Daily 10am-8pm. Visiting at all times is subject to the discretion of the nurse in charge of the ward.

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

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Picton Doctor: Phone weekend doctor 573 6092 or Marlborough After Hours GP Service 520 6377.

Office 5209980.

Ambulance: Urgent 111.

Non-urgent 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.

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DRU YOGA EXPERIENCE Workshop Leader: Trish Brown, International Dru Tutor > De-stress, relax and unwind > Discover Dru’s subtle power Sat 9th Nov 2013 Picton Queen charlotte High School Sun 10th Nov 2013 MotUEKA top10 conference centre

Vineyard for sale after final toast to owner Leading winery, Highfield Estate, located in the heart of Marlborough’s wine region in the Wairau Valley has been placed on the market for sale, following the death of co-owner and director Tom Tenuwera last year.

The estate includes an operating winery, restaurant, tasting and function room and apartment.

The sale also includes 82 hectares of vineyards producing 1000 tonnes per year and award-winning wine brands with distribution in 18 countries and wine stocks.

Three hectares of wetlands, and two cottages are also included.

Located on an elevated site on the corner of Dogpoint and Brookby Roads, the Tuscan-inspired property is on the southern side of the Wairau Valley.

It is part of the local wine trail and easily accessible by bicycle and car.

The property is being marketed for sale with Bayleys Blenheim, through salesperson Tim Crawford, who described the winery’s product as well-known and respected.

The winery was opened in 1990. Sri Lankan-born English businessman Mr Tenuwera bought it a year later with Japanese businessman and close friend Shin Yokoi.

Highfield Estate winery is Biogro-certified for organic production and has an annual processing capacity of 600 tonnes.

Cuvee, chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, riesling and pinot noir are processed in this facility.

The winery houses everything needed to produce the different wine styles, from fruit collection through to bottling, providing full control over every aspect of the winemaking.

Included in the property are a three-bedroom home, twobedroom cottage plus sleep-out, three-bay shed and a converted ostrich handling facility of 570 square metres.

Further up the Wairau Valley the larger vineyard has 80 hectares of sauvignon blanc, planted between 2006 and 2008.

Offers for Highfield Estate close on November 29.

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At 7pm on Thursday 17th October, you are invited to hear Steve Dunne speak about adoption, foster care and ministry that is changing lives in NZ and over seas.

Venue: St Christopher’s, 92 Weld St, Blenheim.

03 578 8937 • 021 184 4386 www.jeremiah.co.nz

second Hand On Main 3 Piece Cane Lounge Suite $195 Two Seatter + Two Chairs $395 End of Bed Storage Seat $55 Lots of small Coffee Tables $15 to $45 Two beautiful Curved Hall China Cabinets from $225 to $275 Wooden Cupboard/Wardrobe $395 Beautiful Old Dresser with Mirror$595

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Kaikoura MP Colin King has his blood pressure tested by a St John Ambulance officer

Led by Leanne Young and Robin Humphreys

Effort to save lives Both the Blenheim South and the Blenheim Rotary clubs swung in behind the New Zealand Stroke Foundation’s Blood Pressure Campaign on October 9.

Supported by St John, Blenheim South Rotary members helped set up a blood pressure reading station at New World supermarket, while the Blenheim club worked out of Pak’n’Save.

St John ambulance officers tested between 80 to 100 people at each site, with a few being given strong advice about seeking help with lowering their readings to avoid the risk of stroke.

Murray Brown, president of the Blenheim club, said they started at 10am and ended just after 2pm. “It was a full day,” he said.

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Contact Brigid Hammond 575 7246.

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FULLY furnished and fully equipped, self contained bedsit unit. Suit clean living, quiet, mature person. $190 per week, including power and internet. Ph 027 577 0195 or 5780522 A/H.

SUPPORT WORKER needed for home help casual hours. Ph 021 151 2314. rubymorrissey@hotmail.com

Lovingly Kept Bungalow

Home For Sale By Owner 47c Dillons Point Rd. Offers Over $355,000.

4 Bedroom, maintenance free brick house. Large open plan lounge/dining & kitchen. Bathroom + ensuite, easy care garden/covered entertainment area.

Trade me Reference: 647051276.

Open home: Sunday 20th Oct, 2-3pm or phone owner 03 577 5404, 021 208 3071.

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COUNTRY GARDENS 19th and 20th October

$20 Programmes $20 On sale from Islington Gardens, Renwick Dairy, Roselands Pets and Plants, Devon Nursery, Selmes Garden Trust Nursery, Springlands Garden Centre & Cafe.

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BAKER

We’re seeking an energetic, passionate, highly-skilled Baker for a full time position in our busy artisan bakery located in beautiful Picton.

You will be able to demonstrate a high level of knowledge and skill in baking bread, pies, slices, cakes, biscuits, muffins and specialty products, and be able to prioritise your work in order to meet demand and work efficiently. We place high value on integrity, baking skill and creativity, professionalism and ability to follow instructions and recipes.

You’ll join a team of two other full time bakers and two apprentices’.

We’re an award-winning business that’s going places. We offer competitive remuneration and a supportive work environment. Hours are predominantly late evening or early morning starts.

All enquiries and applications will be received in the strictest confidence.

Personality essential

Are there days you feel you need an Office Lady, but not all the time?

All enquiries to Mark.allison@thedrinksfactory.co.nz

The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the office of the Marlborough District Licensing Agency at the Council Offices, Seymour Street, Blenheim.

Any person who is entitled to object and who wishes to object to the grant of the application may, not later than 10 working days after the date of the first publication of this notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with the Secretary of the District Licensing Agency at P O Box 443, Blenheim 7240.

This is the first publication of this notice.

SEAVIEW HOME

I am an experienced, qualified office administrator who can not only catch you up, but set up your Office systems so that you can easily carry on doing what you do best!

Night Duty - Part time We are seeking a well motivated, experienced carer for the above position.

Must be prepared to take responsibility for 28 residents as sole charge.

I can also organise functions, launches or simply clean and tidy up your work premises.

Hours 12 midnight - 8am 4 on - 4 off

Affordable hourly rate.

Interested persons please phone The Manager 03 573 6027

Ph 03 5788131 or 021 435170

A job description is available on request

Relief/Permanent Deliverers required 8-14 years.

Are you wanting to earn extra money for Christmas?

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DOMINION SALT LTD PROCESS OPERATOR

Applications are invited for this position responsible for operating the solar salt refinery and packaging plant at Lake Grassmere.

The days on which and the hours during which liquor is (or is intended to be) sold under the licence are Monday and Tuesday 10.00am to 10.00pm: Wednesday to Saturday 10.00am to 11.00pm; Sunday 10.00am to 9.00pm.

Tasting person required

OFFICE RESCUE

Michael John & Hazel Gillian Pink, application to the District Licensing Agency at Blenheim for renewal of an On License in respect of the premises situated at 81 Cleghorn Street, Redwood Village and known as The Old Bank Tavern. The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is Tavern.

We are looking for an experienced Health Care Assistant to join our team. Applicants must be able to work AM, PM, and the occasional Nightshifts.

If you have experience and a genuine passion for working in the Aged Care Industry then call Naomi, Village Manager on 577 5208 or 021 136 6504.

Good pay rate available

Sections 9(4), 16(2), 18(3),31(3),39(2),41(3),55(3),62(2),6 4(3), and 76(4) Sale of Liquor Act 1989.

self employed, 14 Ida St Blenheim, has made

Permanent Part Time Health Care Assistant Required

situation vacant

Dominion Salt is New Zealand’s largest producer and refiner of processed salt products. It supplies major industry (dairy, pulp and paper, tanning, food etc) and specialist markets (pharmaceutical, animal health) with 25kg and 1.2tonne packs. This site runs 24 hours, five days.

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To do in store sampling sessions 3 hours per week on Friday evenings.

Let me help you climb out from under that paperwork.

Email your CV and cover letter to pictonvillagebakery@gmail.com or send to Rachel van Beek 46 Auckland Street, Picton 7220.

Trade Me Listing #: 645964471

$325/wk

NO LETTING FEE

3 bedroom, well maintained bungalow. Formal living with log fire. Insulated under floor and ceiling. Sunny private front veranda, and back deck with morning sun. Well fenced and close to Redwoodtown amenities. Call Jo for a viewing.

The position involves 8 and 12 hour day and night shifts on a set roster Key attributes you will possess are:

• A high degree of motivation

• The ability to work with limited supervision

• Forklift operating experience

• Mechanical experience and aptitude

• Logical thinking with problem solving ability

• Product testing and record keeping Training will be provided to augment your skills and provide knowledge required for salt processing.

A competitive remuneration package including allowances is offered as well as subsidised superannuation and medical schemes after a qualifying period. Dominion Salt operate to a drug and alcohol policy.

Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing will apply.

Applications and CVs should be sent to: The Refinery Manager Dominion Salt Limited, PO Box 81, Seddon Applications close Friday 25th October

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CELLAR MANAGER In a short space of time Yealands Wine Group has established itself as a global leader in sustainable wine production.

Inspired to ‘think boldly, tread lightly and never say it can’t be done’, the Yealands Wine Group has achieved rapid international growth, exporting to over 65 countries.

To enable this growth to continue we are looking to recruit a highly motivated Cellar Manager to lead our spirited Cellar team and manage our production goals.

Working closely with the Winemaking and Engineering teams you will be responsible for overseeing all functions within the cellar including staff management, training and health and safety compliance.

This senior position will suit someone with proven leadership and staff management skills, excellent communication, attention to detail and a positive attitude. Experience with operating and managing all winery equipment including crossflow filters, refrigeration plants, presses and pumps is essential.

This is an excellent opportunity for the successful applicant to be part of a young, dynamic, passionate team in a rapidly growing business with lofty goals.

We provide transport to and from the winery each day, and an attractive package will be available to the successful applicant.

Expressions of interest and CV’s should be emailed to jeff.fyfe@yealands.co.nz Applications close Friday 25th October

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Bike fitness on agenda Associate Education Minister Nikki Kaye has announced a change in how schools can use their capital funding to support building bicycle or fitness tracks at schools.

“There are already at least 15 schools that have taken up the Bikes in Schools programme and we want more schools to be able to create safe ways of learning the basics of cycling and promoting general exercise,” Ms Kaye said.

“The Ministry of Education has amended policy so that cycle tracks can be funded along with other projects that create modern learning environments from capital funding.

“Schools’ capital funding will meet up to 50 per cent of the costs of the tracks with the schools funding the other half.”

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Marina run attracts crowds

By Kristy Martin Photo by Glenise Dreaver Organisers of the Marina 2 Marina run are already looking to next year’s event following the huge community backing received on the weekend.

Tania Wayman said she and her fellow “Team Marina 2 Marina” committee members were overjoyed to see their event come to life in Picton on Sunday.

“We were so pleased,” she said.

“Because it was the inaugural event it was really hard to gauge how many competitors we’d get and so we had more than we expected.

“We even had some come from Christchurch and Nelson for it.”

The Marina 2 Marina had two courses, 9km and 13km, for run-

ners and walkers, plus a kids’ dash.

The 9km course began at London Quay and went out to Waikawa Bay marina and back.

There were also market stalls, bouncy castles and games and activities for kids set up on the foreshore.

Ms Wayman thanked the committee, sponsors, all the competitors and everybody else who helped.

“Next year we are looking to grow the event by incorporating it with Waka Ama (regatta),”she said.

“We might have the Waka Ama on Saturday and then the Marina 2 Marina on the Sunday and make it a whole weekend event.”

Watch this space.

Starters in the Marina 2 Marina run (with a few keen walkers making an early start as well.)

Pigeon results Blenheim Racing Pigeon Club held two races last Saturday.

One was from Timaru, a straight distance of 387km, and the other an interval race from Ashburton at 328km.

The interval race is an event where a single bird from each loft is liberated on it’s own every 10 minutes which tests the mettle and ability of each individual to orientate back to it’s home.

As pigeons are gregarious by nature (prefer being in the company of others) this is no mean test for the entrants and the winning bird was recorded at the loft of Donald Morrison of Spring Creek with a speed of 1425.76 metres per minute.

Into 2nd place was Joan Webb’s red chequer cock bird with a speed of 1377.53 mpm and 3rd place junior flyer Sindy Kirkwood.

After a miserable few days weatherwise before race day it came as a nice surprise when a really lovely day dawned on Saturday and as a result the birds really scampered for home from their 7.20 am liberation at Timaru, with the winner covering the distance in 4 hours 31 minutes to Donald Morrison’s loft at Spring Creek and recorded a velocity of 1425.32 mpm, which of course gave Donald a very good double 1st result.

However Donald’s winning bird in the Timaru race just sneaked in ahead of Carl Kirkwood’s bird 141 by .13 of a metre which had everyone guessing for a while, and then young Sindy also recorded her second 3rd position for the day with a velocity of 1413.86 mpm.

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The Marlborough 12th Grade Girls team may not have won their tournament at the weekend, but they put on a great game.

Tournament lost but Marlborough played well Renwick hosted the annual Gavin Roberts Soccer Tournament at the weekend, and despite the home side losing their games to Canterbury and Otago, Marlborough players performed

well, said coaching staff.

The 12th Grade Boys Tournament was won by Canterbury Red, and the 12th Grade Girls Tournament won by Central Otago.

Coach of the girls side, Arna Roberts said although the team did not win any of its games, each of the players “put in their best”.

“The girls did really well and they had great support from

parents and management which helped the tournament run smoothly.

“I’m really proud of the team and Marlborough was well represented,” she said.

Waterlea Harness Racing Trials The locally trained pacer Stormy Breeze showed his readiness for another campaign with a stylish, though narrow win in the feature trial at the Marlborough O.T.B. harness racing trials at Waterlea on Saturday. Capably driven by Hannah McCabe, Stormy Breeze finished best to score in a tight finish to the 1 to 4 wins pace. Stormy Breeze was a neck in front of another fast finisher in Pilot Officer with Elsu Attack and the Nelson visitor Iwannabebig close up next. Stormy Breeze ran the 2400 metres mobile in 3m 05.51 covering the final 800 metres in 61.1s with a mile rate of 2m 04.2. There were two heats for maiden pacers with Lady Molly, a four year old

Live or Die mare with Graham Neill winning the 2400m mobile with a come from behind win in 3m 09.85 after running the last 800 metres in 59.85s and Silver Sauvignon, another from the Neill stable taking out the 2000m mobile in 2m 35.73.

Results: Pacers Non Winners 2000m Mobile start.

1 Silver Sauvignon (G Neill) 2 Blythecliffe (M.O’Brien) 3 Leila May Finn (B Weaver) Margins: 1/2 length, 1/2 length.

Santa Rosa Glory 4th Time 2m 35.73 Last 800m 59.64s Mile rate 2m 05.4 Winner trained by G.Neill, Waterlea.

Pacers Non Winners 2400m mobile start.

1 Lady Molly (B Weaver) 2 Lola Jones (M.O’Brien) 3 Aveross Outlaw (M Heaton) Margins: Neck, 3/4 length, Huckleberry Finn 4th Time 3m 09.85 last 800m 59.85s Mile rate 2m 07.1 Winner trained by G Neill, Waterlea.

Pacers 1 to 4 wins 2400m Mobile start 1 Stormy Breeze (H McCabe) The best 2 Pilot Officer (G.Neill) 3 Elsu Attack ( P Scott) Margins: Neck, 1/2 length Others in finishing order, Iwannabebig, Roan Rocket, Riverboat Gracie, Daily Delight, Galleon’s Theory.

Time 3m 05.51 last 800m 61.1s Mile rate 2m 04.2 Winner trained by A. Smith

Waterlea.

At the recent Marlborough O.T.B awards dinner for the 20122013 season the Marlborough Harness horse of the year was named. The honour going to the Kaikoura trained Doctor Bones.

The trotter is trained by Barry Ford who also won the UDR trainer of the year. The best alternate gait (pacer) was Lifesofine trained by Pat and Mike O’Brien.

They also won the trainer of the year award. The best performed horse at the trials was Way Up High trained by Anne-Marie Best while the best performed trials driver was Jo Proctor. The fastest qualifier under time was Lady Of Eyre trained by Graham Neill.

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