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World Champions, Derry and Hefford By Les Whiteside Last week John Derry and his navigator Brent Hefford won the World UIM Jetboat Championships. For John the result was a dream come true. John grew up around jetboats, his father Blue raced for many years. John only became serious about the sport some five years ago. He has won the NZ jetboat championship three times, but the big one, the world championship had been elusive until last Friday. A ''very excited'' Derry has achieved that goal now. Winning the World UIM Jetboat championships raced on New Zealand southern rivers was huge for him, he says. Continued page 5

2013 World Jetboat Champions, from left Brent Hefford with son Jacob, and John Derry with son Liam and daughter Chloe.

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Wednesday October 23, 2013

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Josh shines in school and community life Josh Watson from Marlborough Boys’ College was last night named as the winner of the TrustPower Marlborough Youth Community Award for his service to school and community projects. The award was presented at the TrustPower Marlborough Community Awards at the Civic Theatre in Blenheim. Local high schools were asked to recommend one student to be considered for the award, and the nomination criteria included treating others with care and respect and being a good ambassador for the school and the Marlborough region. TrustPower spokeswoman Jess Somerville said Josh was a grounded, generous and motivated young man who had a remarkable ability to put his all into everything.

He was heavily involved in all aspects of school life at Marlborough Boys’ College, representing students’ views at Board of Trustees meetings and co-leading the school jazz band as the lead pianist. “Passionate about student voice, he is this year’s chair of the Student Council and been part of the group that progressed $20,000 worth of drinking fountains to be installed at their school,” she said. “On the sporting scene he has been a member of Marlborough’s High Performance Tennis Academy with representation and coaching over the past four years and on top of this completed his Bronze and Silver Duke of Edinburgh. “This year he was also a lead member of the organising committee for the combined colleges

formal, with the oversight of the $40,000 budget and he coordinated his school’s World Vision fundraising team which gained more than $3000.” Josh also assisted with the technical elements for musical performances at the Civic Theatre. Run in conjunction with the TrustPower Marlborough Community Awards, the Youth Community Award is jointly run by TrustPower and the Marlborough District Council. Josh was presented with a trophy, framed certificate and $500 prize money, with $250 being given to a community group or organisation of his choice. Other finalists for the youth category were Gabby Mark from Marlborough Girls’ College and Robert Blankendaal from Rai Valley Area School.

Marlborough Boys' College student Josh Watson, 18, has won the TrustPower Marlborough Youth Community Award.

Mistletoe Bay Trust honoured at community awards Conservation group the Mistletoe Bay Trust was the Supreme Award winner at the 2013 TrustPower Marlborough Community Awards ceremony last night. For winning the Supreme Award, Mistletoe Bay Trust received a framed certificate, trophy and $1500 prize money. TrustPower spokeswoman Jess Somerville said the Mistletoe Bay Trust was formed 10 years ago by a group of ordinary Marlborough people with a passion for education, conservation and environmental sustainability. “Their vision was for a sustainable Eco Village facility at Mistletoe Bay and it grew out of the Department of Conservation investigating options for its on-going management.” She said they had developed the facility in the Queen Charlotte Sound with the support of countless volunteers and in the last 12

months had completed a classroom and community room, science laboratory, new camp kitchen facility and ablutions block. They had also built a fleet of six brand new optimist yachts to support their sailing programme. “Mistletoe Bay is one of this region’s real hidden gems, and the Eco Village developed by this group highlights all its best features in a sustainable way,” Ms Somerville said. “A huge congratulations to the passionate volunteers and trustees who dreamed up this concept and for their ironclad commitment to keeping a small piece of paradise protected, yet available for everyone.” TrustPower gave away over $5000 to various community groups through last night’’s awards, held at Blenheim’s Civic Theatre. Fifty-nine entries were received for 58 groups for this year’s TrustPower Marlborough Community Awards.

Other winners were: Heritage and Environment Commendation: Picton Pestival Runner-Up: Marlborough Historical Society Winner: Marlborough Vintage Machinery Society Health and Well Being Commendation: Selmes Garden Charitable Trust Commendation: Menz Shed Joint Runner-Up: Marlborough SPCA Joint Runner-Up: Marlborough St John Winner: Marlborough Hospice Shop Arts and Culture Commendation: Marlborough District Brass Band Ru n n e r-Up : F r ie n d s of Marlborough Libraries

Winner: Havelock Theatre Company Sport and Leisure Runner- up: Endeavour Park Pavilion Society Winner: Coastguard Marlborough Education and Child/Youth Development Runner-Up: Pasifika Homework Club Winner: Synergy Youth Mentoring Supreme Winner Mistletoe Bay Trust Youth Spirit Winner: Josh Watson from Marlborough Boys’ College Finalist: Gabby Mark from Marlborough Girls’ College Finalist: Robert Blankendaal from Rai Valley Area School

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Blues & Brews cancelled for 2014 By Kristy Martin The news that Blenheim’s Blues, Brews and BBQs has been cancelled was met with shock and disbelief in the community yesterday. Organisers at Blenheim Round Table have announced that it is not viable to run the one-day beer and music festival in 2014. “Due to declining public support and changes to the event structures means we will not be running a Blues, Brews and BBQs event for 2014,” the group said in a

statement. Organisers declined to comment further. However, they have not ruled out the possibility the event might be resurrected in the future. The Sun hit the streets yesterday to ask people what they thought of the cancellation of the one day music and beer festival held at A&P showgrounds in February and most said they were disappointed. Celebrating summer with music, craft beers and outdoor cooking,

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New census figures released Marlborough’s population has increased by 858 people since 2006, according to new census figures. Statistics New Zealand reports that Marlborough has 43,416 people and is the 15th-largest of New Zealand’s 16 regional council areas by population. Its population grew by two per cent between 2006 and 2013. Blues, Brews and BBQs has been an annual event in Blenheim for the past 19 years. The event’s own website boasts that it is an integral part of Marlborough’s entertainment calendar, attracting many hundreds of visitors to the region each year and donating profits to youth charities. One member of Blenheim Round Table, Mark Rea, said he was in the throes of organising a similar event, set to be held in January 2014.

“ T h e Ho m e Br ewe r s of Marlborough will still be hosting their annual brew competition, along with a great day planned with live music, local craft beer, wine, wonderful foods and refreshments,” he said. “There will loads of activities for the kids so stay tuned for a great family day out in the Marlborough sun.” A venue for the new event is yet to be determined.

How do you feel about Blenheim’s Blues, Brews and BBQs being cancelled?

Calls for Aged Care Commissioner Grey Power and the New Zealand Aged Care Association (NZACA) are calling on the Government and all political parties to appoint an Aged Care Commissioner to help protect the elderly from financial abuse. The two organisations have released a discussion document to highlight the issue of financial abuse and spark debate on options to stamp it out. “The number of cases where elderly people have been financially abused by the very person who is meant to be acting in their best interests is unfortunate,” said Roy Reid, president of Grey Power.

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Kay Lingham Blenheim. It's a shame to lose it because we don't get a lot of events here.

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Kits for Kids co-ordinator Mary Hart with some recently donated items from businesses and members of the community.

Story and photos by Celeste Lodewyk Are you aware that many foster children arrive at their new placements with nothing but the clothes on their backs or with their belongings in a black rubbish sack? Foster carers want to be able to focus on the emotional needs when a child arrives, rather than having to race to find or buy what they need, such as clothing and toiletries. Earlier in the year the Sun profiled Blenheim woman Mary Hart who is co-ordinator for Foster Hope’s ‘Kits for Kids’, a charitable organisation which provides kits to children containing these essential items. She appealed for items to be donated for foster children and received fantastic support, but now with Christmas approaching Mary has run out of kits and is once again reaching out to the community for support. “When a child is uplifted and placed in a foster home they may only have very few belongings with them. “I know this well because one of my foster children was only two months old when he came to

Four-year-old Maia Keen brought in a bag of goodies to the Sun to donate to Kits for Kids.

me and all he had was a shoulder bag with mostly nappies in it,” she said. With Christmas comes an increase in domestic violence, Mary said; “A higher number of children are uplifted and the demand for these kits increase. It’s my aim to be able to hand out kits to these children so they don’t miss out,” she said. Mary welcomes donations of toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, hairbrushes, underwear, socks, items of clothing, a soft toy to comfort the child as well as any Christmas gifts so they

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Derry and Hefford World Champions Continued from page 1 Guided by navigator Brent Hefford, he raced the final 72km leg from Lake Wanaka to Old Cromwell in 27 minutes, holding on to the lead he set on day one of the eight-day, 16-leg competition. His overall time was the fastest by 19 minutes. Second-place went to Dale Whiteside of Canada who recorded 5.47:10. Derry had a slight shirmish early on, fortunately it didn’t happen again and the jetboat powered by a helicopter jet engine held together. Derry nearly didn't get to this years World Championships event, only deciding the day prior

Police inbrief Arrests There were eight arrests in Marlborough over the weekend. 1 x Breach of bail 1 x Warrant to arrest 3 x Disorderly behaviour 1 x Breach of the Liquor ban 1 x minor assault

Maccas M-burglar at large McDonalds’s restaurant was targeted by a thief at 4.10am on Sunday. He took the large M from the McDonalds’s sign off the side of the building and was last seen running south on Freswick St carrying the letter. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of the big ‘M’ please contact the Blenheim Police.

to race. Derry has just recently opened the new Speights Ale House in Blenheim and was concerned he wouldn't have the time to compete. But family and friends rallied around to make it happen, he told the Sun newspaper. Navigator Brent Hefford transported the boat and supplies to Queenstown and made sure the boat was up to race conditions days prior to the event. I just flew in and drove the boat, Brent did all the hard-yakka says John. Still it was Derry's driving ability that kept them ahead of the pack leading from the first stage till the end.

The rain, fog and wind had been the biggest challenges of the week, making it difficult to see. Another Marlburian Greg Simpson finished in 26th place in his first World Jetboat Marathon. Greg could have finished closer but a slow time in the final stage cost him. Race organiser Tim Guthrie said despite the weather, it was ''exceptional'' to have 31 of the original 39 boats finish the race. Over the week, the boats and crews from New Zealand, Canada and Mexico covered 800km on South Island rivers including the Waitaki, Oreti, Dart, Waiau, and Clutha Rivers.(The Matukituki river stage was cancelled).

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On Sunday at 11.40am a 25-year-old unemployed male was arrested and charged with male assaults female and common assault that occurred the night before. He returned to an address intoxicated and became involved in an argument with a couple. He was held in custody to appear in the Blenheim District Court.

A cane basket was the only item stolen during a camper van break-in. The camper was parked on a Percy St property was entered through a window that was unable to be secured. The vehicle was search, but the owners believed the only item taken was a cane basket.

Tools grow legs About $5000 in tools was stolen from a container on North Bank Road. Police said the container was being used as a tool store for a construction company.

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Youngsters celebrate multiculturalism Story and photos by Kristy Martin Leaps and Bounds Early Learning Centre held its World Games Day last week, encouraging the kids to celebrate multiculturalism. As a way of honouring the different nationalities and cultures within the centre, including Fiji, Australia, Germany, South Korea and Aotearoa, the children played

a variety of sports and activities at the Horton Park netball courts. Formula 1 racing, boomerang throwing, soccer and gumboot throwing were all on the agenda. Head teacher Jacinda Large said staff had created the World Games Day following the success of last year’s Mini Olympics. “World Games Day is about learning about the different

cultures within our centre and fundraising for the Marlborough Migrant Centre through gold coin donation,” she said. “The teachers researched each culture by speaking to the parents of the children “The children had a great time and the parent and whanau support was really good.”

With the return of the warmer weather and Labour weekend almost here, Maritime New Zealand (MNZ) is reminding boaties to be safe this season. About one in four New Zealanders owns or uses a boat, but MNZ said too many were risking their lives by not taking the steps to stay safe on board. Thousands of Kiwis will launch their boats this weekend, and MNZ is urging everyone to wear their lifejackets at all times while on the water. MNZ’s Education and Communications Manager, Pania Shingleton, said more people were taking steps to stay safe on the water, but a sizeable proportion of boaties still believed they were immune to danger. Fourteen people died in recreational boating accidents in New Zealand waters last year, and by the end of September this year a

further 11 people had died. Ms Shingleton says three-quarters of those deaths may have been avoided had basic steps – like wearing lifejackets – been taken. In the Marlborough Sounds, there were two fatal boating accidents in September. Although separate incidents, both involved men who had fallen overboard and were not wearing lifejackets. Wearing a lifejacket, knowing the weather, carrying two communications devices and avoiding alcohol is expected of all boaties, Ms Shingleton said. “All of our research shows that people who wear lifejackets on the water are much more likely to survive if something goes wrong. “Many of those who die in recreational boating accidents each year – especially men aged 40 and over – could have been saved had they been wearing a lifejacket.”

Principal’s memories of fireworks show Story by Celeste Lodewyk This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Whitney Street School’s Lights over Marlborough fireworks show set to be held on November 16. Over time the show has established itself as being an iconic event for Marlborough, One person who holds many fond memories of the ‘early days’ is school principal Alan Straker. In 1984 Alan’s children attended the school. “I remember the show was held on the school grounds, of course it was a lot smaller then and attracted around 1000 people. “There was a bonfire in the playground and I can remember flames leaping up into the surrounding tree tops, and the toffee apple stall was very popular. “The fireworks were smaller then and cost under $1000 to purchase. Now they cost around $9000,” he said. Nearly 20 years ago the Ministry of Education sent out a directive that fireworks could not be held on school grounds. According to Alan a group of core parents were determined to see the show carry on, so they negotiated for it to move to A&P Park. “It worked well. It’s grown signficantly bigger and draws around 5000 people and is now a much anticipated event on the

community calendar,” he said. Lights over Marlborough fireworks show has always been the major fundraiser for the school. “What we raise is a signficant source of income for the school. It provides the extras that parents would otherwise have to cover themselves. “In the beginning $2000 was considered a good profit, now we consider $20,000 to

be a goal amount to raise. “The money has gone towards purchasing computers, picnic tables, playground equipment, and this year it will be going towards the repair of our swimming sheds,” Alan said. The show kicks off from 6pm with loads of family entertainment, activities and fun for the children as well as live music and hot food.

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Sun readers have their say... with the WORD on the Street. Q: What do you think of the parking rules and regulations? Are they fair?

Audrey Preece Blenheim

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I think the wardens could ease up a bit. As soon as you get out of the car they are in your face.

I don’t come into town that often, so they aren’t too bad. There is not much else that could be done.

I’m originally from Wellington, where the cost for parking is three times higher. The fines are much more expensive too, so I’m not going to complain!

I don’t like that they give tickets for having no warrant or registration. That should be a job for the cops.

It doesn’t really affect me, as I park where it is free and I’ve never really had to deal with the wardens.

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Letters on issues of community abridge letters or withhold unsuitable Dear Ed, interest are welcomed. Guidelines letters from publication. I would just like to add my story to the “rage” over are that they should be no longer Send or fax them to the address CUSTOMER EYEBRIGHT ENTERPRISES LT PUBLISHING 09/10/13 the parking tickets in the CBD. than 150 words. They must be signed on page two, or e mail them to SALES REP BSHAW PUBLICATION MAIL About 2-3 wks ago l followed a flat deck truck/ute and a street address provided to show news@blenheimsun.co.nz. Please NELSON ADVERTISING into OF a parking Mprice SECTION RUN PRESS spot outside EB Games in Maxwell good faith, evenDESIGNER if a nom de plume is note that your name and street address PROOF Rd. provided for publication. must PROOFED 10/8/2013 9:16:41 AMalso be provided in e mails. SIZE 11X10 What l witnessed absolutely astounded me. Before The editor reserves right to AD IDthe 5679877AA FAX 3249 the male driver had even got out of the vehicle, the parking warden, tall, long haired (in a pony tail) PLEASE APPROVE THIS AD AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. NOTE THAT ANY ALTERATIONS woman warden chalked his tyre! MUST BE FINALISED BY OUR MATERIAL DEADLINE. I was gob smacked, she couldn’t even wait for him to get out of his truck and go to the meter. Sitting in my car behind the truck, I glared at her as if to say “don’t even try it on me lady”. Dear Ed, a mouthful of abuse or threats from Dear Ed, When the man got out of his truck, the young I was reading your Friday Sun paper someone who doesn’t want to face So, Jenni Richardson is undertaking her annual and was disappointed with your write the consequence of their actions. Even guy from EB Games was standing at the shop door crusade against motorcyclists? watching as well. worse, a one sided article like this. I note Ms Richardson states there are '90 accidents up. I said to them both “Did you see that” they both I do not have any problem with warYour write up may give justification involving motorcyclists each year'. replied yup and shook their heads in amazement!!!! dens as I follow the rules of parking to such ones that think they are being Very misleading. Perhaps she hasn't got figures This warden should be named and shamed and in victimised. that show just how many of these accidents were and keeping my car legal. Are you supporting people who In fact, they are receiving the results my opinion be spoken to about such BAD work the riders fault? Just today, I read that there was a motorcyclist break the rules and then expect to get of being inconsiderate and failing to behaviour! I was going to write in or report her back on the comply with the rules of car ownerinjured in Witherlea when a car driver attempted a away with it? day but didn’t. Imagine what it is like to be a war- ship. 'u' turn in front of a motorcycle. Now tonight after reading your article l could not Well done parking wardens. Keep up I suppose that's as good a reason as any for her to den, doing the job you are required help but respond to the article. to do. You only penalise those who the good work. go after motorcyclists? Yeah, right. Jude Cross live outside the law but then to get RayCee Nigel Thompson

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Nursing leads to a life of challenges Julie Berriman, manager of Lakewood Home, has had a rich and varied nursing career. Here she talks to Glenise Dreaver about her experiences and beliefs. Julie Berriman, manager of Lakewood/Wairakau Home and Hospital, has had a long and varied nursing career, including a 15-year stint as a New Zealand Army nurse. She rose to the rank of captain and remembers her time in the army with great affection. In the end, in coming to Woodbourne she met her husband, a driver, and Blenheim became home. “He didn’t want to live anywhere where there were traffic lights!” There was disappointment during army service though – she well remembers being one of the group of medical staff accompanying 84 veterans to Monte Casino in 1994, on the fiftieth anniversary of the historic battle there. “I never got my bottom pinched in Italy!” (The Brigadier told her he was thinking of paying their driver to do it and it added insult to injury when some of the male soldiers got their bottoms pinched.) Looking after the veterans, aged up to 94, was challenging with one in particular, a wartime nursing officer.” “Nothing was done the way they used to do. She let us know. Frequently.” Light-hearted anecdotes aside, Julie found Italy incredibly moving. All those graves with the inscription ‘Known only unto God’... I cried when I saw that.” It was in 1989 she’d decided to join the regular army after being in the Territorials. Much of her time there was in training and managing staff – unsurprising given her qualifications. A registered nurse, with a BA in Nursing and Psychology she also has a post graduate diploma in psychology which, she says, she uses ever day. Julie started her registered nursing in oncology. She trained in plastic surgery at Burwood Hospital, holding a post graduate qualification. She also worked as a theatre nurse and at Burnham, wrote courses for army medics and trained SAS soldiers

in emergency care. Her car park bore the title Senior Nursing Officer Training; “So ‘S.N.O.T’,” she says with a big smile. “I’m proud of the immunisation programme I set up at Trentham too. There had been nothing like it.” Now at Lakewood with its 24 elderly and disabled clients, her work might seem less adventurous, but the challenges are there – just different. The privately-owned hospital operates on the very limited government funding provided, with no added costs to residents. Yet they provide for all their needs. “We get $100 a day to provide all cares and doctors’ visits.” “Yet some, perhaps most, are eating better than they ever have. To a menu approved by a dietician.” Treats are provided too. “We even had whitebait patties on Friday for tea.” While Lakewood is lucky in that it has a loyal staff with very low turnover, she says they just cannot afford to pay them what they are worth. “Because that would mean compromising what is provided for residents.” Currently, Julie’s elated by this month’s Ministry audit, “Just two things to note out of a list of hundreds of requirements.” The building, in Lakings Road has been a lovely old residential home and that is key she says. “We love it because it is a home. We let patients bring some of their belongings, and their own bed, chest of drawers and chair, for example.” Quality of life is also enhanced by trips out. “With our coordinator and the Red Cross and visits from Guides and Brownies and schoolchildren, who spend quality time with residents.” But, she says, it would be lovely to have more.

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Hunting legend features in Picton author’s latest book By Celeste Lodewyk Picton based author Marion Day’s latest publication, Injun Joe, The Legend of Smoking Joe Collins has been a project close to her heart. Set for release this month, Injun Joe is the biography of Joe Collins, her late partner who was killed in a helicopter accident in 1996. Joe, born Wellwyn Harris Collins was, and still is, a well known hunter and helicopter-hunter pilot and his story has become legend since his passing. “Joe was my partner for 16 years and was legendary in hunting and aviation circles, and not always in the best way. “When I was approached by Graham Gurr of Halcyon Press I Injun Joe, The Legend of Smoking Joe Collins is the latest book written was hesitant at first. I had never by Picton based author Marion Day.

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written a biography and didn’t write non fiction, I wasn’t even sure if I knew how.

“To be asked for a book is what writers dream of, so two years on Injun Joe is the result,” she said. Marion said writing the book took an “emotional toll” on her. “At times my keyboard was saturated with tears, especially when I wrote the final chapter on the days before and after Joe’s death. “It was also hard on my partner Steve. I had got so deep into the book that it was like reliving those years again. “I kept calling Steve ‘Joe’. He’d say, “Er-hem... I’m Steve. Steve was also one of four proof readers, so I think we were both glad when the book was completed,” she said. Marion’s previous publications include books Cor Blimey, Mate and Blow Me Socks Off.

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Morris accoutrements of hankies, bells, garlands and sticks.” There used to be a mixed Morris dancing group in Blenheim before it disbanded several years ago. “A few of us felt a bit lost without doing Morris dancing and we’d been going over to Nelson periodically, but it was a long way to go,” Ms Shone said. There are currently six dancers in Marlborough Fayre, but Ms Shone hopes it will grow. She says members of the public might catch them dancing in Seymour Square or at markets, weddings and rest homes. The group practises on Tuesday evenings. To join, phone 5775098.

Schools resilient to quakes Associate Education Minister Nikki Kaye says groundbreaking research released by the Ministry of Education has found timber-framed classrooms are extremely resilient to earthquakes. “This is good news for the education budget because we will not have to spend hundreds of millions of dollars on earthquake strengthening these buildings,” Ms Kaye says. “The research has confirmed these buildings are safe and resilient in quakes. This means that we can focus on modernising buildings to provide better learning environments.

buildings. “Timber-framed school buildings performed very well in the Canterbury earthquakes, with no major structural damage caused by ground shaking. Building damage there was caused by liquefaction, rather than shaking. “The Ministry advises me that this led to commissioning research to find out definitively whether wooden school buildings needed earthquake upgrading, or Associate Education Minister whether they were already strong Nikki Kaye. enough. “The Ministry advises me that “This research confirmed that timber-framed structures account timber-framed buildings are low for up to 90 per cent of school risk and don’t pose a significant classroom and administration life safety hazard in quakes.”

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Teach them not to give personal information to a stranger or to someone who makes them feel uncomfortable. Remind them to always check with a parent or adult in charge before going anywhere, outlining where they are going, who will be with them and what they will be doing. Create some family safety rules for children when answering the door, phone or using the internet. Safety checklist: • There is safety in numbers. You are more likely to be targeted if you are on your own. Stick with someone else wherever you can, especially at night. • Have your cellphone handy to call for help if you need it. Don’t hesitate to dial 111 if you feel your safety is at risk. Sometimes just seeing you make the call will put off a possible attacker. • Try not to look vulnerable when on your own. Walk purposefully and don’t be distracted by things like texting. Most potential attackers will target someone who appears weak, and easy for them to have overpower. - If you feel unsafe in your home or are a victim of abuse, contact the Police or Women’s Refuge.

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Graduate wins Man Booker prize Champagne corks were popping in Wellington last week at the news that Eleanor Catton had won the prestigious 2013 Man Booker Prize with her novel The Luminaries – and nowhere were the cheers more heartfelt than at Victoria University’s International Institute of Modern Letters (IIML), where Eleanor did her MA in Creative Writing in 2007. Director of the IIML and 2013 Arts Foundation Laureate Damien Wilkins says, ‘I hope Ellie’s win means that readers and writers receive a great jolt about this thing we call New Zealand writing. Our national literature is often boxed up as worthy and an obligation. The Luminaries jumps out of the box, and reminds us that imaginative acts from here belong in the larger conversation of culture. It’s not that we’ve received a stamp of approval—more that a wonderful novel simply asserts its right to be read.’ Wilkins adds that ‘Ellie’s achievement is of course an individual triumph, made from years of meticulous work and motored by massive

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skill. At the IIML, where Ellie wrote her first novel, we also like her generosity in always suggesting that the community of writers she studied with and became friends with, has been a sustaining force in her writing.’ Aspiring writers hoping to join that community and get their writing career off to a good start still have time to apply for 2014 courses. Here are some of the comments graduates have made about what it’s like to be a writer at the International Institute of Modern Letters.

Eleanor Catton (Writing for the Page, 2007) “The IIML experience was absolutely invaluable to me. The programme equipped me with the tools, vocabulary, and confidence to begin to take myself seriously as a writer.” Eleanor’s first novel The Rehearsal was written for her MA thesis. It has been translated into a dozen languages. Her second novel, The Luminaries, has just been awarded the 2013 Man Booker Prize. Tusi Tamasese (Scriptwriting, 2007) “I hadn’t known what to expect with the MA course—university, academia and I hadn’t ever exactly been best friends. I had heard great things about the course and thought I’d see if I could get in. I did. It was a great experience, to try to hone the craft in an environment with generous, creative, supportive people who know what it’s like to dream, write, dream, doubt, start over, write, doubt, start over, write, etc etc...” Tusi’s internationally acclaimed feature film The Orator was written at the IIML.

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There are people who do not pursue tertiary education during their early days. These people have several reasons for not pursuing their studies at that time. Firstly, they may lack the financial support for their study. Secondly, they may not be able to meet the entrance criteria set by the training facility. Thirdly, they may lack the interest to study. Fourthly, they may not be able to find their desired course in any of the colleges. Hence, they started looking for a job with whatever qualification they have, eventually found a job and began to work. Is it too late for these people to learn again? The answer is no. It is never too late for them to learn as long as they have the means and the opportunity to do so. If they are

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Offered for the first time, this workshop provides expert support for writing projects with a science focus. You’ll be working with leading science writer and Listener columnist Rebecca Priestley and noted essayist and poet Ashleigh Young, exploring the diverse range of nonfiction science writing possibilities: essays, articles, memoir, travel narratives, biography. As part of the course you will attend a one-day masterclass by Deborah Blum, Pulitzer Prize-winning American journalist and author of the New York Times bestseller The Poisoner’s Handbook. Applications close 1 November (limited to 12 places)

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interested to learn, and have the money and time to do so, they should take the chance to learn. The important message is, do not deprive yourself from enjoying the benefits of learning. With so many distance learning programs available, people can study without having to quit their jobs. Many training facilities provide distance learning programs for various disciplines specifically for working adults who want to study but do not wish to leave their jobs. Are you keen to further your education? If you are, then there is no reason why you should not proceed to take up a course and learn. At any point of your life, it is always not too late to study a course and gain additional knowledge.

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Improve brain power for study Embarking on study and looking for ways to boost your intellect, stave off fatigue and keep your mind alert through hours of lectures and study programmes? You might be surprised to know that not only are there simple, natural ways to accomplish these things, but also techniques and even food groups which may give a hearty boost to your brainpower. Animal-based Omega-3 fats Docosahexaenoic acid, or DHA, an Omega-3 fat, is an essential structural component of both your brain and retina. Approximately 60 percent of your brain is composed of fats, 25 percent of which is DHA. Omega-3 fats such as DHA are considered essential because your body cannot produce it, and must get it from your daily diet. Sleep Sleep is not only essential for regenerating your physical body, but it is imperative for reaching new mental insights and being able to see new creative solutions to old problems. Sleep removes the blinders and helps ‘reset’ your brain to look at problems from a different perspective, which is crucial to creativity. Vitamin D Activated vitamin D receptors increase nerve growth in your brain, and researchers have also located metabolic pathways for

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Buckle up kids over Labour weekend Plunket is urging New Zealand families to think about their kids’ safety while they’re on the roads this holiday weekend. “Over this weekend have a great break, enjoy time with family and friends and remember everyone has to be properly buckled up”, said Sue Campbell, Plunket’s National Child Safety Advisor. “Car crashes are one of the biggest dangers

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If you are unsure about your child’s car seat installation, or you need to hire an additional car seat for visiting children over Labour weekend, Plunket recommend getting expert assistance from a child restraint technician. The technician can also advise about the best car seat for your child’s age and size, and one that is best suited to your car. Children need to be buckled into a car

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Day trips to Lochmara Lodge in the Marlborough Sounds are currently $40. Photo by Kristy Martin.

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You can hike the Queen Charlotte Track to the panoramic lookout, a rewarding three-hour return trek for an extra $10 per person, or walk Lochmara’s own trails at no extra cost. Discounted price is for a limited time only and tours depart Picton wharf at 9am on the boat Dreamcatcher. Departure from Lochmara at 2.45pm or 4pm (or 5pm from November 1). For more det a ils, visit lochmaralodge.co.nz

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Linkwater School students display the tailor-made aprons they will wear at the Fun Day this weekend. Front row: Tiare Lambeth, Georgie Lightfoot, Larissa Guest, Troy Frost. Back row: Grace Stuart (obscured), Briana Foley, Josh Gutsell, Andrew Carberry, Luca August-Urwin, Jack Clerke (in yellow). Photo supplied.

Students create aprons for Fun Day Story and photo provided Tailor-made aprons will help students and staff be more recognisable to visitors at the Linkwater School Fun Day this weekend. All staff and students at the annual fundraising event, to be held this Sunday, will wear the aprons, which have been created by the senior room students. The children were consulted on the colour choice, and principal Deb Leov and Fun Day coordinator Barbara Faulls went to Nelson to select the fabric. Another parent, Dide Neiman, donated her skills, a pattern, and

two sewing machines. The class was delegated the tasks of cutting out, pinning, ironing, overlocking, and sewing. Ten-year-old Jack Clerke enjoyed all aspects of the day, especially the ironing. “We don’t get to do much ironing at our place,” he laughed. The completed aprons were then taken to Jann Hook, who embroidered the writing onto the front. The Fun Day will be held at the Linkwater community hall and the school grounds from 10am-2pm.

It will feature an all day café, garlic mussels, BBQ food, games for the kids, races, plants, white elephant, ice creams, raffles, rides, bouncy castle and more. The event will be held in conjunction with the Linkwater Fine Art Auction, which takes place this Saturday night. Fifty pieces of art, mostly from Marlborough artists, will be sold by live auction from 7pm. The evening will start at 5pm with local wine and cheese and a chance to view the artworks on display at the Linkwater community hall.

Chef ditches kitchen for classroom By Kristy Martin Marlborough chef Chris Fortune is back in the region, this time facing food critics who are much younger, but just as tough. Teaching school children how to cook with his travelling roadshow “Kids Can Cook”, Fortune has visited 145 schools this year from Invercargill to Whangarei. Fortune says Marlborough is leading the charge when it comes to edible gardens in schools. Earlier this week he visited Springlands School where he whipped up a batch of apple and silverbeet crepes for the Year 3 students with ingredients grown in their own schoolyard. “Marlborough has good gardens, good cooking programs and Springlands is a shining example of how to do it,” he said.

Marlborough chef Chris Fortune teaches 'sous chef', Springlands School student Stella Henry, 7, how to flip crepes.

“You’ve got a great school garden here and intelligent kids

who are willing to give it a go.” Fortune, winner of reality show Hell’s Kitchen and founder of Marlborough Farmer’s Market, says Kids Can Cook is all about “sowing the seeds”. It teaches youngsters to take an interest in growing their own seasonal produce and using it in the kitchen. “Our focus is to look at what food choices are grown locally and what is available to students and their families, as well as the impact that this has on them, their community and globally,” he said. “It’s a refreshing change to cooking in kitchens and being able to work with our next generation.” Kids Can Cook will also visit Mayfield School, Seddon and Wairau Valley.

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Cancer Society Calendar launch The Cancer Society launched a calendar “Milestones”to raise funds at the Millenium  Tra Art Gallery on Thursday night. “We had a lot of success with our Cooks’ Calendar photocy Taylor and Peter Sutherland admire the cookbook which raised $60,000 for the Cancer Society, so this time I decided a the Omtaken by Kevin Judd titled ‘Horses above aka birthday calendar would be something new and different,” Tricia Johnson said. Tricia Guide wh Valley. Tracy and Peter own Ice and o were Molesworth Statio n hacks. 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. Each of the pages are sponsored by a local business, including the Sun Newspaper.

 Hudson Johnson, 2, flying the National Maori flag.

excited to be  Adam Minson, 4, was Day action. s me Ga rld part of the Wo

World Games Day Multiculturalism was celebrated through sports and activities at the Leaps and Bounds Early Learning Centre World Games Day.

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 Peter and Charlene Scott from Book World sponsored this photo, “Awatere Valley and Mt Tapuae-o-uenuku”, in this years calendar.

 Learning to throw a boomerang for the Australian team were Jah’bree MacDonald, 4, and Hudson Bibby, 3.

de with Love was  Jo Galloway from Ma ny people bought ma “blown away” by how ry. elle jew red spi her vintage-in

The Marlborough Craft Collective’s first ‘handmade’ market held at St Christopher’s Church Hall on Saturday was a resounding success.

 Contenders line up for the F1 race.

 Cheryl Nevill’s nativity figures are popular throughout the world. She has sent orders to Uruguay, Italy, Spain and Portugal.

 Payton Flood, 18 mo nths, from Blenheim was keen to check out some of the handmade wares .

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PASK, Melissa Nicole: Died suddenly in Blenheim on October 18 2013. Aged 22 years. Dearly loved daughter of Gregg and the late Ruth, loved sister of Andy and Nicole, and the late Josh, dearly loved granddaughter of Bill and Joan Fishley (Takaka) and the late Ivan and Beryl Pask and loved niece of all her uncles and aunties. Special friend of Nat (Christchurch). Messages to 12A Ward St Blenheim 7201. A service for Melissa will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson & Parker Sts Blenheim, at 2 pm Thursday October 24 followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN BLENHEIM 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.

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.

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.

Havelock Lions Market Day 26 October 9am - 1pm Havelock Domain sites available. Ring Ian 5742558

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.

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. Marlborough Family Budgeting: Free confidential budgeting advice. Monday-Friday. Phone 578 2006. Picton Doctor: Phone weekend doctor 573 6092 or Marlborough After Hours GP Service 520 6377. Office 5209980. Ambulance: Urgent 111. 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.

STEVENSON, Alan John: (Service No. 74225, 23rd Battalion). At Christchurch Hospital on 20 October 2013, aged 95 years, after a short illness. Loved husband of the late Mary, father and father-in-law of Sandra and the late Douglas Cooper; Isla-Jean and Lindsay Tregonning; John and Rose Stevenson; Scott Stevenson and Anna-Mary Anderson. Loved grandfather of Hamish and Elwyn, Simon, the late Duncan and Malcolm Cooper; Fiona Tregonning; James, Emma, Laura, Sarah-Jayne, Jonathan and Thomas Stevenson. Loved great-grandfather of Bailey Cooper. Messages to 483 Ilam Rd Christchurch 8052. A service to celebrate Alan’s life will be held at St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Alfred St, Blenheim, at 11 am on Saturday 26 October, followed by private interment at Seddon Cemetery. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN BLENHEIM FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

Acknowledgements The Sun Newspaper offers an acknowledgement service to its readers. You can submit acknowledgements following family bereavements. The deadline will be on Mondays at 5.00pm, with a limit of 50 words for $15.00. You can submit acknowledgements by bringing them to the Sun office at 72 High Street, or posting them to PO Box 634 Blenheim 7240. You can also email them to sales@blenheimsun.co.nz Please include your contact details: Name, address, email and phone numbers, including your mobile number if possible.

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SimmonS, Craig DouglaS Treasured memories of Craig 3.12.68 – 24.10.93 (Result of an accident). Dearly loved son of Janette & Doug. Much loved brother of Cheryl & loved Uncle of Amber, Nathan & Great Uncle of Tarquin.

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along with a selection committee chose the first year’s recipients from a field of 22 nominations for the new award. The 2013 Youth Civic Awards winners were: • Elizah Hudson • Hadley Anderson • Fiona Wratt • Tailah Love

• Sarah Millar • Jenny Argyle The Mayor presented the awards at a function held last Saturday night. This was done in conjunction with a Youth Variety Concern being organised by the Marlborough Youth Council. Mr Sowman said it was inspiring to see, not only the commitment of the winners, but the

overall calibre of those who were nominated. He praised the recipients of the awards, thanking them for their contribution to Marlborough and for giving up their time for others without expectation of reward. “It should give everyone great confidence in the future of this region to see what the next generation of community leaders and volunteers looks like,” he said.

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Grant Craig: Grant started his apprenticeship with Max in 1999 and joined him in the business by purchasing a 50 percen t share in 2004. Headin g the workshop, Grant builds and installs bench tops and during his down time he plays golf and is Marlborough ’s top squash player.

Ben Dick: A keen pig hunter and Awatere boy, Ben started his apprenticeship with Max and Grant in 2004. Now a qualified joiner, Ben is the workshop’s leading hand. Away from the workshop Ben can be found scouri ng the hills for his next hunting trophy.

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Ben Smith: Regan Marshall: Sports aren’t Ben’s Since 2011 Regan has only talent. In 2009 been working toward qualifyi Ben began his as a joiner under ng apprenticeship the with guidance of Max and Grant. Max George Joiner In the workshop Regan s and now specialises helps with the building in and building joinery installations of kitchen and s. onsite installations. And aside from In making his weekends Ben plays ‘’a good coffee’’, Regan’s for the Moutere Rugby talents also lie in rugby where he plays for Senior Club and is a nation al Moutere and the U20 Makos touch rugby referee . squad.

Jo Cooper: Keeping the boys in line is Jo, who joined Max George Joiners in 2009 as the office manag er. She brings over 20 years experience in small business accounting and shares her colleagues’ love for sports. When she is not skiing during winter, Jo will be found relaxin g on a warm sunny beach.

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Paint Sales Team Member Mitre10 MEGA is looking for its next retail superstar! We need a self motivated person to join our Retail Sales Team at our locally owned and operated store. Our vacancy is Sunday to Thursday in our Paint Department. Reliability is a must, and you must be available to work weekends. You will also know the importance of quality customer service and strive to deliver it every time.

Colin King MP FOR K AIKOUR A Thursday October 24: In Parliament, Primary Production Select Committee meeting. Friday October 25: Lotto Volunteer Awards Breakfast in Blenheim. Meetings with constituents by arrangement. Monday October 28: Labour Weekend, please drive safely. Tuesday October 29: Recess week. In Blenheim, meeting with constituents by arrangement. Wednesday October 30: U3A Education Seminars in Palmerston North – “New Zealand education, where to now?” Thursday October 31: In North Canterbury Friday November 1: In Blenheim meeting with constituents by arrangement. Edwin Fox Society, presentation of World Ship Trust Award in Picton. Celebration of 50 years of Robinson Construction in Marlborough. Saturday November 2: Amberley A&P Show, see you there! Monday November 4: Marlborough Anniversary Day. Tuesday November 5: In Parliament. BLENHEIM OFFICE CONTACT Mon - Fri, 10am - 3pm P.O. Box 130, The Forum, Market Street, Blenheim PHONE (03) 579 3204 0800 COLIN MP (265 466) FAX (03) 577 6934 EMAIL colin.kingmp@parliament.govt.nz

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2 Permanent positions Holiday Assistants 1. 42.5 hours a week for up to 10 weeks a year, at Blenheim 2. 25- 30 hours a week, up to 10 weeks per year, at Woodbourne Both the positions commence on the 6th January 2014. Applicants must be over 20 years of age. Enjoy working with children. Be energetic and enthusiastic. Training will be given. Come and join our friendly OSCAR staff. For Job Descriptions and Application Forms Contact the OSCAR Coordinator Bread of Life Centre 14B Stephenson St Phone 5781355 ext 4 Email:oscarco-ordinator@breadoflife.org.nz Applications close 4.00pm, Friday 1st November 2013

Retail experience and horticultural knowledge is a must as well as having a forklift licence. Reliability and a little flexibility would help as well. You will need to be able to work on Sundays. You’ll be able to think on your feet and have a positive attitude. You will be physically fit, as lifting is a key part of the role. You will also know the importance of quality customer service and strive to deliver it every time. Reliable transport to work is a must. So, if you think you have what it takes to be our new Garden Sales Team Member – please send your application to HR Administration and include a cover letter explaining why you think you’d be perfect for this position to: hr.marlborough@mitre10.co.nz Applications close 25th October 2013. Applicants for this position will need to have NZ Residency or a valid NZ Work Permit, and shortlisted applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment vetting (Criminal Records Check). Please quote GARD18 on your application. HR Administration Mitre10 MEGA PO Box 67 Blenheim 7240

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Wednesday October 23, 2013

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l OCtober a n FiFinishes Students salute each other before beginning a speed, timing and distance drill at Chan's Martial Arts in Picton. Photo supplied.

Martial arts great for young and old By Kristy Martin Chan’s Martial Arts Tasman has opened a new branch in Picton and are currently seeking new members. “We are a Kung Fu school that provides a unique syllabus that covers all aspects of self defence, discipline, fitness and wellbeing,” said head instructor Sophia Buckingham. “We have a range of students from the ages of seven to 60-plus who have found great benefits from training with us.

“Any age is a good age to start.” Chan’s Martial Arts Tasman also has branches in Blenheim and Nelson, but Ms Buckingham said there was a need to establish a school in Picton. While there were other martial arts groups operating in town, Chan’s offered a point of difference in that it was a school and not a club, she said. It was not focused on competition or sparring, but instead had a set syllabus that instructors guided their students through.

Sport inbrief

Makos in final The Tasman Makos retain their top of the NPC championship by beating Southland 48-29 on Saturday in Blenheim. Tasman 49: (Tevita Koloamatangi, Liam Squire, Mitchell Scott, Bryce Heem, Robbie Malneek, Marty Banks tries, Marty Banks 5 cons, 3 pens) Southland 28: (Scott Eade, Bryan Milne, Elliott Dixon, Keanu Kahukura tries, Eade 4 cons) Ht 30-7 The Mako’s will now meet Hawkes Bay in the NPC championship final. Hawkes Bay beat Otago 29-24 on Sunday to play next week’s NPC championship final against Tasman in Nelson

Summer runners event Marlborough Harrier Club’s Summer Runners event for tomorrow is the first race in the 5km Time Trial Series. Participants are asked to gather at 5.30pm, with start time at 5:45pm for walkers and 6pm for runners. Meet beside the Taylor River just along from the Alfred Street Bridge, down from the Clubs of Marlborough.

“We are more flowing and subtle and there is less strain on the body,” Ms Buckingham said. “That’s why we have many members who are over 60.” Ms Buckingham said it was a great family sport and that her partner, daughter and sister were all involved. The group trains at the Picton School Hall on Monday and Friday evenings. First three lessons are free. For more details, visit www. kungfu.net.nz

Waterlea Harness Racing Trials The locally owned and trained Elsu Attack showed improvement when winning the feature trial at the Marlborough O.T.B Assn trials at Waterlea on Saturday. On a fast track, Elsu Attack won the 1-4 wins trial by 1.5 lengths after racing handy throughout. Driven by Alan Shutkowski, Elsu Attack ran the 2400m in 3m 03s cutting out the final 800m in 57.86. Iwannabebig ran on from well back to take second placing from Bad Dancer which led from the 1600m mark. The Pat and Mike O’Brien training duo provided the quinella in the heat for maiden pacers. Lola Jones, driven by Graeme O’Brien got the better of stablemate Blythecliffe in the final 50 metres to win by a neck with Letting Go running on for third placing. Lola Jones required 3m 08.67 for the 2400m. Many of the horses on show at the trials have engagements at the Manawatu

meeting later this week. Results; Pacers Non Wi n ners 2400m mobile 1 Lola Jones (G O’Brien) 2 Blythecliffe (M.O’Brien) 3 Letting Go (B Weaver) Margins; neck, 2 and1/4 lengths. Also started in finishing order, Pescado, Thunderbird Tara. Time 3m08.67 Last 800 in 60s Mile rate 2m 06.4 Winner trained by P.F.and M.J. O’Brien, Waterlea. Pacers 1-4 wins 2400m mobile 1 Elsu Attack (A Shutkowski) 2 Iwannabebig (B Johnson) 3 Bad Dancer (B Weaver) Margins: 1 and 1/2lengths, Neck. Also started in finishing order, Stormy Breeze, Crusader Courage, Daily Delight, Wards Creek, Roan Rocket. Time 3m 03s last 800m 57.86, Mile rate 2m 02.8 Winner trained by A Shutkowski, Waterlea. The next trials meeting at Waterlea is scheduled for November 2nd.

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