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Year 13 Marlborough Boys’ College student Thomas Morgan (above) has won a prestigious science award, and received his prize from Prime Minister John Key yesterday afternoon at the Royal Society of New Zealand, Wellington. Thomas’s study on levels of Vitamin D in oyster mushrooms won him the 2013 Prime Minister’s Future Scientist Prize, worth $50,000, and confirmed the commercial opportunity for delivering health benefits through food. He carried out what judges described as some of the most detailed experiments they had seen by someone at his level. Tom grew oyster mushrooms in the dark and then exposed them to ultraviolet light (UV) for varying periods of time before testing their concentration of ergocalciferol or Vitamin D. His results show that there is a strong correlation between length of exposure to UV light and the concentration of Vitamin D in oyster mushrooms. Continued page 5

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Interislander’s general manager Thomas Davis says the company is still working through the options to repair the Aratere ferry, which was put out of service after losing a propeller last Tuesday. “We are intent on minimising disruption and restoring certainty around future bookings as quickly as possible, and our teams have been working tirelessly to both clear backlogs as quickly as possible and develop a robust plan for moving forwards,” Mr Davis said. “We have cleared the freight backlog and we are continuing to move all of

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our existing booked passengers to new sailings. “We intend to reopen the Arahura and Kaitaki for new bookings incrementally over the coming weeks. “Two surveys were carried out on Friday using sonar equipment in an attempt to locate the propeller. “Once weather conditions improve, we expect to resume the survey.” The Transport Accident Investigation Comission is investigating how the passenger ferry lost the propeller in Cook strait on a journey to Wellington.

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The tall ship Lord Nelson attracted hundreds of eager sightseers who queued in blazing sunshine when it moored in Picton on Sunday. The ship, commissioned in England by the Jubilee Sailing Trust, is designed to cater for people with all types of disabilities. A number of crew members have disabilities and there were many

disabled visitors queuing to go aboard, having been given priority in the queue. The ship headed back to Auckland on Monday. It had been part of an eight-ship strong tall ships festival in Auckland held at Labour Weekend. A second tall ship, the Young Endeavour, will be sighted in Picton today at 3pm.

It’s not every day you can have a conversation with orca, but for Danny Boulton they are often found swimming up to his back door in the Marlborough Sounds. In New Zealand there are only about 200 of the species and to have a pod regularly visit is quite special, says Mr Boulton, tourism operator for French Pass Sea Safaris.

Spending a lot of time on the water, he gets to know the wildlife as they migrate through. “We have four dolphin species that are regular visitors - common, bottlenose, dusky and orca. “Although called killer whale, orca are one of the dolphin family.” On a calm sunny day recently, Mr Boulton got a call from dolphin re-

searchers to say orca were in the bay. “When I arrived at the area I was visited by two juveniles. “They simply came over to check me out and appeared as interested in me as I was in them. “Wow what a moment! “I am certainly privileged to share this experience.”

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By Kristy Martin The Blenheim fire station is in the midst of a makeover but there will be no disruption to service, firefighters have promised. Work is underway to modernise the Symons Street building, which was built in 1969, and make it a state-of-the-art facility to meet the needs of today’s firefighters. The ground floor and offices are being completely remodelled, a new communications system is being implemented and a purpose-built meeting room installed. The main entrance will be shifted to the side of the building to better cope with weather conditions. In the meantime, the two paid staff members, chief fire officer

Rob Dalton and volunteer support officer Lewis Jones, have been shifted to temporary offices outside. However, this won’t affect their ability to respond to fire calls, or that of the volunteer firefighters. “There is no disruption to the fire brigade, we are still operating as normal,” Mr Dalton said. “It doesn’t impede our response time.” Unlike other works being undertaken in the CBD, this upgrade has nothing to do with earthquake strengthening. “The building passed all its earthquake surveys,” Mr Dalton said. The new facility will also have the ability to act as an operations centre in the case of a major event.

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Crowds flock to garden fete By Kristy Martin Nelmac Garden Marlborough organisers sold 2500 tickets for their garden tours and workshops over the weekend. Crowds of thousands also turned out in the blazing sun to the annual Stihl Shop Croads Garden Fete in Seymour Square on Sunday. “We were very pleased with the way it all went,” said Nelmac Garden Marlborough president Jeremy Jones. About half the visitors participating in the garden tours and workshops were locals. Others came from Nelson, Wellington and Canterbury, plus a few from Australia and the USA. “We had journalists from the West Coast USA, plus a special-

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a 60-70 foot tall gumtree. “The whole tree was uplifted, it came completely out of the ground. “When the guy from David James Tree Services came to cut the tree up and remove it, he said he’d never seen anything like it.” Mr Adams plans to keep the nest and turn it into a feature in his estate’s forest walkway.

The water level in the Taylor Dam will be lowered this month to enable a safety inspection to be carried out. The surrounding area will be closed to the public for about a week while the work is done. Marlborough District Council Rivers & Drainage Engineering Manager Geoff Dick says it is almost 20 years since the Taylor Dam was inspected with this degree of detail. “No damage was detected after the quakes but this will give us a chance to look at things more closely.” The inspection is scheduled for November 20-21, subject to weather and flow conditions. Access to the dam reserve will be closed from November 18.

Shoeboxes leave for the Pacific Marlburians have given excellent support to this year’s Operation Christmas Child appeal. Cherie Bary, who with co -orga n iser Nicole Eklein co-ordinated the project, said 193 of the colourful filled shoeboxes were put on the truck last Wednesday. They will be transported

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were cable ties, plastic straps, plastic vineyard wire and bits of driftwood. Mr Adams, owner of Berakah Estate on Hammerichs Road, says the nest must have been created by one very clever - and very large - bird. “It blew us away. “I’m pretty confident it would have been a magpie… or a bird on steroids,” he said. The nest was discovered after recent high brought down

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ABOVE: Marlborough co-ordinators of the Operation Christmas Child, Cherie Bary and Nicole Ecklein collected all the donated boxes on Monday. They were thrilled with the generosity shown by the community and thanked all who donated a shoebox gift.

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Thomas Morgan receives award from Prime Minister Continued from page 1 The work highlights the potential for others to rapidly investigate ways to improve Vitamin D concentrations in food stuffs with a goal of addressing Vitamin D deficiency, which is linked to osteoporosis and is a major cause of suffering and disability around the world. Thomas said his research was motivated by wanting to do something original and innovative. “In my background reading on

Vitamin D, I came to understand that there are not a lot of easily available foods that contain high levels of Vitamin D for people who aren’t getting it through sunlight.” Sally Withers, Head of Chemistry at Marlborough Boys’ College, said Tom showed resilience, a quality that is required to be a top scientist. “When he first came to me with the idea I said straight away; “We don’t have the right equipment

here”. But Tom went away and found an alternative method of doing the testing. “That is one of the things I admire about him so much.” He said winning the Prime Minister’s Future Science Prize was an unexpected honour. Thomas hopes to study mechanical engineering at the University of Canterbury with the ultimate goal of developing healthcare applications through biomedical engineering.

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ished the job and left the property. A few minutes later a white van appeared on the forecourt and Mr Rossell soon found a young man half way up his staircase, who, when questioned, asked if he would show him his fishing tackle as he was keen to go trout fishing. Mr Rossell did the honours, gave the young man a fly box and flies to get him started, and went for a much needed holiday. On his return a month later he found the fly reel given to him by his mother on his 21st, 66 years ago, had disappeared from the top drawer in his desk. His insurance company has ac-

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$1600 to replace damaged shopfront A smashed storefront window at 2degrees Blenheim remained broken yesterday after a weekend incident involving an arguing couple. The window was set to cost $1600 to be replaced after it was broken at 2am on Saturday as a man and woman argued outside the Market Street store. A taxi driver witnessed the crime and called police, who used a police dog to track the male offender, but he was not located. Police are reviewing CCTV

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Learn from my mistake By Kristy Martin A Blenheim woman whose luggage was stolen from the Interislander ferry hopes others will learn from her mistake and secure their belongings. A suitcase and duffel bag were stolen from the tray of Karen Magee’s Hilux ute as she travelled on the Arahura from Wellington to Picton with her grandson last week. “I didn’t even think about it (getting stolen) because the bags were so heavy and they were all interlocked with other bits and pieces. “We were right under a camera and thought they secured the area so people can’t go in there.” Police are investigating the

Karen Magee was devastated when her luggage was stolen from the Interislander ferry.

theft of Ms Magee’s green suitcase containing a camera,

clothing, makeup and jewellery. Her 18-year-old grandson Luke’s black duffel bag was also stolen, but other items on the back of the vehicle, including a chainsaw and weed eater, were not touched. Both bags contained precious family photographs, including some of Luke’s father, who passed away when he was eight. “I shouldn’t have been so trusting, I thought our belongings were safe. “Hopefully other people will realise too.” Ms Magee said the police had been great, but she hadn’t heard from Interislander staff. “I thought they might have called,” she said.

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‘Filthy’ river not a good look

Bohally Intermediate students Yazmin Shipley and Marina Suban congratulate teacher Jenni Williams on winning $1000 worth of art supplies for being a great teacher.

PE teacher wins hearts and national award By Kristy Martin Bohally Intermediate School teacher Jenni Williams has won $1000 worth of art supplies in a national competition for always going above and beyond the call of duty. The Year 8 team leader and head of PE, Sport and Health was surprised by her fellow staff members yesterday when she was presented with a bouquet of flowers and the big box of stationery, courtesy of OfficeMax New Zealand. Not knowing she had even been nominated for the award, Ms Williams was suspicious when presented with the giant box. “Who’s hiding in there? Is it my husband?” she asked, before squealing with delight at the goodies inside,

which included cameras, paint sets, pencils, markers and stamps. Ms Williams was one of only 15 teachers nationwide honoured in OfficeMax’s A Day Made Better programme, after being nominated by two fellow staff members. School principal Andrew Read said she was a deserving recipient. “She set up our Bring Your Own Device to Class programme, in which students bring in their laptops, iPads and smartphones, so it’s a very modern learning environment. “She also coordinates all our school sports days and trips.” The Year 8 students asked to describe Ms Williams said she was “lovely, kind and athletic”.

By Kristy Martin Blenheim man Bruce Walton says he is ashamed the Taylor River in the centre of town is in such a filthy state. Mr Walton said the surface of the water had a constant film on it, with moss, scum and rubbish all regularly found near the amphitheatre where High Street meets Symons Street. Yesterday, a dead shag could be seen floating in the river under the pedestrian bridge. “It’s a shame that we’ve got a river in this condition right through the centre of town,” Mr Walton said. “We are getting to the time (of year) where kids will jump in the water. “I think most people would take a look at it and not go near it. “I want to see somebody clean it up.” He had first noticed the problem a few weeks ago and had even contacted council, but nothing had been done. “It’s in the centre of town, so it’s not a good thing for tourists to see. “You want to be able to go look and dip your feet in, not watch your toenails dissolve when you put them into the water.” Geoff Dick, Rivers and Drainage Engineer for Marlborough District Council, said regular maintenance was done in the ampitheatre, with its reserves team tidying up the all the board walks and hard surfaces twice per week. There was also a weekly rubbish run by Council’s rivers contractors who collected “anything that has made its way into

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Sun readers have their say... with the WORD on the Street. Q: How do you feel about people buying and setting off fireworks?

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No to fire works Dear Ed, Is Council going to step in, introduce bylaws and control idiots letting fireworks off? On Saturday night in Eltham Road at midnight, several to a dozen loud bangs awakened the neighbourhood as a group centred around the house numbers of the mid-20s in Eltham Rd, yahooed and let banger sky rockets off. It has happened on four or five other nights too. Apart from “disturbing the peace”, these idiots terrify pets. No thanks is due to those selling fireworks - Greed rules. I suggest Council have a bylaw prohibiting fireworks except for Guy Fawkes Night, November 5 and then only from nightfall to 10 pm. Anyone caught outside of that, a $500 fine. And restrict the sale. Otherwise send the idiots on November 5 across the Cook Strait to Parliament to do what Guy Fawkes intended. Bleary Bill

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Event co-ordination ? Dear Ed, Two days of A& P show, two days of a market in the forum, Queen Charlotte Classic, Lord Nelson sailing ship in Picton, two days of power boat racing at the Lake (OK so it sneaks into the Nelson region) Artisans market, car boot sale, garden fete on Sunday and...... All great activities and the sun was

out and the light breeze very welcome. BUT, what about those on fixed incomes and families with a weekly wage and a couple of small kids eager to do as much as possible? What happened to “event co-ordination” or is it part of the plan to over indulge? Is it asking too much to spread the love (Marlborough)??? Exhausted and broke.

DOC’s judgement poor Dear Ed, I compliment your front page story on DOC dropping 1080 poison pellets on the Nydia Bay to Tennyson Inlet Track. It was bound to fall on trampers as it was Marlborough’s anniversary holiday weekend. I regard DOC’s judgement as poor to the point of irresponsible. I noticed Conservation Minister Nick Smith justifying the 1080 drop. He has not been noted in the past for sound judgement either. Readers might note the 1080 factory is government owned with cabinet ministers listed as directors.

DOC wants to save wekas but with their innate curiosity will peck at poison baits. The Graf brothers excellent DVD on 1080 shows them doing so. Space does not allow me to state all about 1080. But a book “The Third Wave” by Bill Benfield (Tross Publishing) explains all about the “pest” lie and the effects of 1080. Messrs Grose and Cox of DOC should read it. So should Nick Smith. So should Marlborough’s DOC regional manager at Renwick who is lying low below the parapet. Ken Lloyd

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Di Davies Seddon I’m not against the public displays, but when I see how much distress it causes the animals I don’t think people should be allowed to do their own. My cat took off for two days.

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Marathon Man Waikawa resident Philip Sim has completed the Marlborough Marathon four years in a row and just about every other endurance race in the region. He tells Kristy Martin about his lifelong passion for running. Philip Sim doesn’t let a single day go by without running. Strapping up his sneaker laces, breathing the crisp air deep into his lungs and hitting the open road, one long stride at a time, is his idea of peace. He dominates marathons, decimates cross country events and successfully sprints through relays. He is also showing no signs of slowing down, even as he approaches 55. But ask the Waikawa resident to explain his deep love of the sport and he can’t seem to pin it down. “The question is, what don’t I like about it?” he says with his trademark cheeky grin. Sim recently completed the 42km Marlborough Pak’nSave Marathon, where he not only came first in his age category (50-59 years), but also did it in a personal best time of 3.19.48. “And it was windy too,” he states with an air of pride. “I was running by myself and by the 15km mark I was exhausted by this wind. “My right calf muscle was cramping up. “I knew it was only 5km to the water station. “It was also only 5km to the carpark, which meant I could just pull out of the race and go back to the car!” he laughs. Sim has competed four consecutive Marlborough Marathons since 2010 and has been the winner for his age group every time. But, unlike the previous years, something was missing this year when he went up to collect his medal. “They’d run out of medals, they said. “They said they’d post it to me. “I thought that was ridiculous. “I’ve got nothing to show anybody! “My mum just turned 90 a few weeks ago and I can’t even show her my medal.” Sim’s previous personal best time was in the 2012 event, which he finished in 3.24.25, on a day of “very little wind”. Born and bred in Marlborough, he was a track runner in the 1960s and 1970s but only started seriously competing in 1983. He ran the Queen Charlotte Relay and King of

Withers that year. In 1997, he completed his first full marathon. To run a marathon, he says, a general rule is that you have to do at least one long run - three hours or more - each week in training. “But the training part is easy. “It’s transferring that into the marathon that is another matter.” During his maiden 42km voyage, Sim was so used to running half marathons that his technique was… slightly off. “I raced it like I would a half marathon and I really suffered for the second half!” In the past, Sim has won half marathons at Onamalutu and Woodbourne, local cross countr y and road champs, Tasman Cross country champs and has also been part of the winning teams in the Queen Charlotte relays, including the last time the

“The physical part is easy, the training is easy. “It’s who wants it more.”

Marlborough senior team won the title. “In a nutshell, I like to punish my body, to challenge what it is capable of doing,” he says. “It is always 100 per cent mental. “The physical part is easy, the training is easy. “It’s who wants it more.” Sim’s latest event was the Queen Charlotte Classic, held on Saturday. He competed in the half marathon and was happy to “just jog”. Why? Because when it comes to running and the intensity and stress it can have on the body, you must choose your battles wisely, he says.

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Kids hatch chickens in the classroom By Kristy Martin Davina, Martina and Morgan are the newest additions to the Grovetown School classrooms. The three newborn chicks are being raised by the students as part of an ecofriendly fundraising project. “The children suggested as a way of getting rid of lunch scraps we could have chickens, so they decided they’d like to incubate eggs and have them hatch,” explained Year 2 and 3 teacher Mel Hewer. “They are going to live in our classroom until the end of the year and then I will take them over the holidays. “The kids are helping to build a chicken coop and they want to sell the eggs as a way of fundraising for the school.” The chicks have been named after those who have helped the project come to fruition - parent and builder Dave Grigor, who provided the wood for the chicken coop, Martin Tonks, who donated $150 to the project, and Morgan’s Plumbing who donated iron for the coop.

By Kristy Martin Cancer survivors are being urged to get out and active with the use of a brand new bike donated by Bikefit Marlborough and Top of the South Events. The $800 Merida Crossway 20 was gifted to the Cancer Society last week and will be available for use by local survivors and office staff. “Studies have shown that physical activity should be a standard part of cancer care given that it reduces fatigue, emotional distress and depression,” said Teresa Goza, Cancer Society Marlborough’s health promoter. “A Cochrane review says

it may increase survival and reduce the risk of certain cancers.” Bikefit Marlborough and Top of the South Events, who run the 101km Forrest Grape Ride, shared the cost of the bike. “Pete Halligan (director of Top of the South Events) and Bikefit really are advocates for a healthy Marlborough community and they are enabling our cancer survivors to keep active,” Ms Goza said. Blenheim breast cancer survivor Ala Ward has put her hand up to do the Grape Ride now that she has use of the new wheels.

BikeFit Marlborough and Top of the South Events have donated a new $800 bike to the Cancer Society. Pictured is Teresa Goza from the Cancer Society, breast cancer survivor Ala Ward, Brent Ackroyd from BikeFit and Pete Halligan, director of Top of the South Events.

The staff of Hospice Marlborough are inviting the public to help celebrate the facility’s 10th birthday this Saturday.

Hospice marks 10-year milestone By Kristy Martin Hospice Marlborough is celebrating its 10th anniversary and the fact that 1443 patients have passed through its doors. Members of the public are invited to help celebrate the milestone by attending an onsite church service this Saturday at 1.30pm followed by an afternoon tea. A photographic book exploring the past 10 years has been com-

piled and will be on display, says chief executive Jude Dellebeke. Established in 2003, the Marlborough Hospice Trust raised the funds through community donations to build the facility, on Hospital Road, and contracted the Salvation Army to run the service. “It’s a specialist palliative care service,” explains Ms Dellebeke. Hospice caters to people who need symptom control for a

variety of illnesses, including cancer and cardiac conditions. It also has day programs that include lunch and entertainment, and a family support clinic. The facility includes a six-bed inpatient unit and around the clock coverage by doctors and nurses. The nurses also travel all over the district to provide services to patients in their own homes. There are 266 volunteers who

work in the hospice inpatient unit, deliver equipment to patients, run fundraising events, provide garden maintenance or work in the hospice shop. It is a great achievement, says Ms Dellebeke. “You don’t get many communities who would fund a building like this and then keep it going with voluntary services.”

Everyone is welcome to the 10 year celebration at Hospice Marlborough Saturday 16th November Please come to pay respect to the 1443 patients who have been cared for here. There will be a celebratory service at 1.30pm at the Hospice, followed by a cup of tea prepared by Friends of the Hospice. Hospice Marlborough Gate 2, Hospital Road Blenheim Four Marlborough Boys' College students have been recognised for their contribution to the community. Winners of the ASB 2013 Community Bursary Awards were Year 13 students (clockwise from left) Joshua Watson, Michael Ruffell, Atunaisa Moli and Thomas McCulloch, who were each presented with a certificate, ASB flash drive and $150 voucher by ASB branch manager Chris Mitchell (left). Pictured with them is college staff member John McLean. Photo by Kristy Martin. The Salvation Army is the service provider of Hospice Marlborough

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Vibrant quilts on display By Kristy Martin A sea of colourful and creative quilts was on show throughout the weekend at the biennial Marlborough Quilters’ exhibition. Robin Elder, exhibition convenor, said 104 quilters were involved in the show, held at the Clubs of Marlborough, and they had each demonstrated exquisite work. There were 10 categories and judging was based based on choice of material, choice of pattern, technique and sewing skills. Carole Green and Venice Langrope were awarded Best in Show for their collaborative quilt titled ‘Out of the Box’. Liza Eastman of the Golden Bay Patchwork and Quilters’ Group was one visitor to the exhibition. She said it was amazing to see how different the quilts were comLiza Eastman checks out the impressive Lone Star quilt by Gayle Orchard at the pared to the ones crafted in her region. Marlborough Quilters’ exhibition on Friday.

Poem published into children’s book Story by Celeste Lodewyk Lynfords Furniture will be hosting a book release this Friday for a very special lady, 90-year-old Edna Mugford who has written a children’s book, ‘Buddy Bee and the Ladybirds’. What makes this unique is that Edna is the mother of Lynfords co-owner Kay Thomason. Edna, being a very creative person has been making beautiful fabric bags for Lynfords customers to carry some of their purchases, as well as knitting cute teddy bears for children visiting the store. Edna, a farmer’s wife from Ellesmere has been writing poetry for years and it was after a

family member suggested she publish one of her poems, that ‘Buddy Bee and the Ladybirds’ eventuated. “Mum has been writing poetry for years as a way to document family events. “After moving into a rest

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MORRIS: Sam and Ash are proud to announce the safe and speedy arrival of their baby boy, Dominic Chael (6lb 9oz) born November 11, 2013 at 2:15am at Wairau Hospital. Special thanks to all the staff and midwives at Ward One. Both well.

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POTTS: Matt, Jill and Elsie would like to welcome Henry Thomas Potts born Oct 21, 2013 in Wellington (8lb 4 lb). A special thanks to Angela White, Wellington Hospital staff, The Ronald McDonald House and our family and friends. Photo supplied.

BROWN: Lathem and Laura (Thompson) are delighted to announce the speedy arrival of their baby boy, William John Tamati (8lb 7oz). Born October 25, 2013 at 8:57am at Wairau Hospital. A beautiful little brother for Amelia. Special thanks to our fantastic midwife Gwen Costello as well as Sue Young and all of the wonderful midwives on the maternity ward. Photo supplied.

HUNTLEY-SMITH: Jah-Lee and Timu are proud to announce the long awaited arrival of their first child, a beautiful baby boy, Marley King (9lb 9oz) born November 9, 2013 at 4:05pm at Wairau Hospital. Special thanks to midwives Tash and Ruth, Helen Crampton and all the hard working staff at Ward One. I also want to thank my mum for her love and support. Both well.

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Students share favourite fireworks highlights The annual Lights over Marlborough is the Whitney Street School fireworks display and fundraiser and is a proud moment for all those involved. The Sun talked to a group of year six students and asked what their favourite aspects of the show were, and what they recommended to families attending this year’s event. Kaylyn Kennedy “I love that people can relax and the fireworks are way better than any you can buy. I really love the bouncy castles, the food, music and face painting. “My whole family goes along and enjoys everything on offer. I definately recommend you bring your family along for a good night.” Shylah Wikaira “The food is the best, hotdogs, candy floss and burgers are my favourite. “I love being part of the Kapa Haka and Jump Jam performances and the sumo wrestling is also a lot of fun. “People should come along and try everything we have on offer, wear some warm clothes and have fun. It’s the best event of the year!” Louis Pinker-Meihana “The fireworks are really big and colourful. We have a stall with 4000 glow sticks to sell so that will be heaps of fun too. “People will be in for a big surprise when

Whitney Street School students Shylah Wikaira, Deven Katu, Louis Pinker-Meihana and Kaylyn Kennedy with bags of candy floss for the up and coming fireworks display.

they come to the show, there’s so much to see and do and lots of food for everyone. “Get to the show early and get a good seat.” Deven Katu “The show is awesome. Everyone should go along. “The school is putting on a great spread

of food (for sale) and there will be heaps of activities for all ages. “My favourite are the human fly, sumo wrestling, counting the jelly beans, Kapa Haka and Jump Jam. “It’s going to be an awesome night so make sure you don’t miss out.”

Entertainment Schedule 6.00pm Gates open 6.15pm The Dead Parrots 7.00pm Whitney Street School Kapa Haka and Jump Jam group performances 8.00pm Arm the Reckless 9.00pm Fireworks Extravaganza 9.30pm The Dead Parrots Food and refreshment stalls remain open 10pm Event ends All night Bouncy Castle Zorb Balls/Gladiators Year 6 Stall – Facepainting/Coin Toss/Guess the Jellybeans, etc Silent Auction Chocolate Wheel Glowsticks/bracelets/watches/sunglasses/rings Food Hot Chips and Hotdogs Sausages in bread and steak sandwiches Waffles and smoothies Candyfloss and popcorn Homemade truffles and sweets Refreshments (water, coffee, hot chocolate, fizzy)

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Activities for all ages Stalls: Hot Chips & Hotdogs Sausages in Bread & Steak Sandwiches Waffles & Smoothies Candyfloss & Popcorn Homemade Truffles & Sweets Fizzy, Water & Lollies Glowsticks/bracelets/watches/ sunglasses/rings Hot Chocolate/Real coffee

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School takes pride in community Whitney Street is a proud little school and the place it holds in its community. The teaching and support staff all work hard to fulfil the school’s admirable vision of helping to achieve ‘Young People Who Make a Positive Difference’. Smaller class numbers and a ratio of at least 1:3 computers per class ensure a high degree of ‘teacher time’ and quality E-learning. The school community is diverse reflecting a good cross section of the wider community with a number of cultural groups being represented on its roll, with children being encouraged to participate in the likes of Kapa Haka and Pacifica activities. Whitney Street School has a growing roll, but is still a small

and community focused school where children quickly learn to get to know each other, staff and the wider school community. The school is extremely proud of the most recent ERO report, released in June 2013, and which shows the achievements and successes of Whitney Street School. The values of respect, honesty and caring are prioritised. The ERO report recognises that ‘The Whitney Way’ is clearly evident in the daily life of the school. “This vision focuses on students being responsible and making a difference through their learning and behaviour. Trustees, senior leaders and teachers work collaboratively with an emphasis on fostering

student learning and success. “Classroom environments are calm and settled and students are purposefully engaged in their learning”. Also recognised was the school’s achievements in the area of curriculum and it’s ability to celebrate success in a way that reinforces positive behaviour from students. Lights Over Marlborough is the school’s major fundraiser for the year. Started from humble beginnings in the school grounds, the fundraiser has now grown to become a major event for Marlborough. This year the fundraiser will continue to add value and provide further opportunities for students at Whitney Street School.

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Garden Fete Thousands turned out in scorching temperatures for the annual Stihl Shop Croads Garden Fete at Seymour Square on Sunday.

 Three generations enj oying the garden fete, Jane Wood with dau ghter Anna Gifford and granddaughter Bre a Gifford, 3, all from Blenheim.

 Olivia Horsenail, 3, and Poppy Cottrell, 3, cooled down with some ice creams.

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 Young Elijah Ro ebeck, 2, escaped the heat with a swim in the Seymour Squa re fountain.

The tall ship The Lord Nelson drew many eager visitors when it moored in Picton on Sunday.

 Annette and Elizabeth McGruddy with Diane Smith Miles of  Jessica Munt and Axton of Picton. . ley Val irau Wa

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son Roberts  Ngaire Chappell and Ali iety of the var and rs ou col enjoyed the quilts.

 Robyn Gieseg and Mo Gatford from Renwick were spotted admiring the roses.

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Fergus the dog, with owner Catherin e Codlin of Picton and Tamar Mahoney of Sydney.

The biennial Marlborough Quilters’ exhibition was held at the Clubs of Marlborough at the weekend.

 Daphne Radmall lovingly created this  Checking out the quilts were Pauline Russell from Blenheim, “Dresden Wedding Quilt” for her daughter with friends Lynnette Calder and Heather Johnson. and son-in-law.

 Renate Paschke with the “Black and White” quilt she made for her son’s 18th birthday.

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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.

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A Night Out with the Humming- town - Christmas has come to the Hospice birds. Live entertainment from female Shop so stock up on your christmas decorations, vocal group, the Hummingbirds . Saturday 16 November 7.30pm Wesley Foundry Tickets $20.00 ph 578 5796

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

gifts etc. We have a lovely range of wreaths.

Havelock Lions Country Garden Ramble. November 17 10:30am - 4pm. Pukenui Bay Road to Anakiwa. Tickets $15. Available garden centres and other outlets. Check www.peloruspeople.org.nz/lionsclub.

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.

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

Sheets'n'Things - Require warm linen

Christian Women Communicating Brayshaw Park Breakfast 8am Saturday

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

16 November $10 tickets Christian Book and Music Centre Local Speaker Robin Humphreys Ph 579 3565.

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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.

Marlborough After Hours GP Services:

Al-Anon: Help for families & friends of alcoholics.

Wairau Hospital campus, after 6pm. Reception 520 6377. Office 520 9980.

Ph Margaret 578 4690 or Cilla 570 5335.

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. Victim Support: 0800 VICTIM (0800 842 846)

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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 520 9980. 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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acknowledgement 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.

death notices HENDERSON Colleen Margaret (nee Crawford): On November 9 2013, peacefully, at Hospice Marlborough Blenheim. Aged 63 years. Partner of John for 17 years, loved Mum of Chris, and Michael, much loved sister and sister-in-law of Dorothy and Barry Archer and Peter and Barbara and loved aunty of all her nieces and nephews. Loved friend of Scotty. Messages to 12 Nelson Square Picton 7220. In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice Marlborough would be appreciated and may be left at the service or sent to P O Box 411 Blenheim 7240. A service for Colleen will be held at the Holy Trinity Anglican Church Picton at 1 pm Wednesday November 13 followed by private cremation at the Sowman Crematorium. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN BLENHEIM FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz PARKES, Mavis Victoria: On Monday November 11 2013, peacefully, at Ashburton Hospital, surrounded by family. Aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Arthur, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Annette and Ron Mears, David and Linda, Kevin and Carolyn, Margaret and David Dillon, Sharon and the late Robert Parkes, Jane and Alister Nicholson, Dorothy and Bruce Samson and Cheryl and Michael Vallance and treasured nana of her 20 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Messages to 10 Ashford Grove RD 3 Blenheim 7273. A service for Mavis will be held at the Wesley Centre, Henry St Blenheim, at 1 pm Thursday November 14 followed by interment at Tua Marina Cemetery. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN BLENHEIM FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz VANSTONE, Rupert William Richard (Dick): Passed away, peacefully, at Springlands Lifestyle Village on November 6 2013. Loved husband of Joyce, loved father and father-in-law of Dianne and Jeff Burne, Larry and Diane, the late Dennis, and Ron and Kay. Cherished grandfather of all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Messages to 85 David Street, Blenheim 7201. A private family service for Dick has been held. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN BLENHEIM FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

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Wednesday November 13, 2013

Country show still a hit with families

d photo with Ronald McDonal  William Kingston gets a after his stage show.

Story and photos by Kristy Martin The good old country show has proven it is still a major drawcard for thousands of local families. Huge crowds flocked to the annual two-day Marlborough A&P Show in Blenheim, now in its 141st year. It is the combination of traditional and modern entertainment that helps make the event a success, says Marlborough A&P Association president Christina Jordan. “We were very pleased with it and it was nice to be able to showcase so much of what Marlborough has to offer,” said Ms Jordan, who is in her first year as president. “It was a great experience, challenging at times, but I was lucky to have such a supportive committee of 28 people helping out. “It is definitely not a one-person job.” The show was held at A&P Park last Friday and Saturday.

Visitors were treated to rides, games, musical acts, animals, cooking classes, cake decorating, equestrian events and agricultural competitions. This year’s event also featured the South Island Woodchopping Championships, which drew large crowds. Meaters of Marlborough did de-boning demonstrations and there were also cooking classes and competitions with chef Chris Fortune. Nelson all-female band The Johnnys performed hits from Johnny Cash, with Helterskelter and Jokers Wild also on the bill. The agricultural competition attracted hundreds of entries and the showjumping ran late into Saturday evening. The children’s areas, including the interactive conservation tent, proved a hit with the young ones. Official crowd numbers are still being tallied.

Cullum Snowdon, 7, from Blenheim goes Supermaning down the giant slide.

 Matthew Cannon’s cal f Mickey won two reserv e champions ribbons and a second place award.

 The rides were just one Marlborough A&P Show popular feature of the 141st .

k out the farm  Owen, 3, and Kieran, 5, Adamson chec as Spiderman machinery after getting their faces painted and Batman.

 Kate Wiblin, 14, from Blenheim and Jock van Asch, 15, from Seddon take a spin on the dodgem track.  Grace Cross, 12, and Ruby Smith, 12, prepare to go flying high on the swing ride.

Linda Van Kuyk and daughter Elliot, 3, had a great time at the show on Saturday.

 Woodchopping action attracted the crowds at the show.

 AJ Cocks, 8, and Ariki Curtis, 7, were all smiles after zipping around on the aeroplane ride.

 Geena Nicholls, 17, and Brydie Davies, 16, couldn’t resist some traditional show fare.

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Sport inbrief

Lifeguards begin season Surf Life Saving officially launched summer over Labour Weekend and now local lifeguards in the South Island are gearing up to start their patrols. Patrols will begin at Rarangi Beach on Saturday November 23 and will continue until March 2 next year. About 4000 volunteer lifeguards will spend over 200,000 hours keeping watch over 80 beaches throughout the country this summer. During an average season, over 1200 people are rescued from lifethreatening situations.

Tri marshals needed The Marlborough Harriers is desperately seeking volunteers to be marshals at the Marlborough Women’s Triathlon on December 1. The club has been approached by organisers and asked supply 15 marshals for the running leg of the popular women’s event. Volunteers would be needed from 8am through to about 9.30am. Those who can help should email les.mckay@xtra.co.nz or call 03 577 8307.

Sun sport Palmerston North wins teams race Eastern States Speedway’s stock car team ‘Titans’ made a real impact with their ‘new look team’ when they took to the field for Saturday night’s Eve of Destruction. Visiting stock car teams the Canterbury Crushers and KB’s Cowboys from Palmerston North travelled to Blenheim to challenge the Titans on their own track. After a mighty effort by Titans drivers Dallas Reeves, Sam Thompson, Zac Thompson, Terry Brown, Stephen Brown, and Luke Thompson, the Titans fought hard but were unable to take the win. This was the first time the team had officially raced together. The KB’s Cowboys drove away victorious and will face the

Wednesday November 13, 2013

Titans and Canterbury Crushers again this weekend in more teams racing at Woodford Glen Speedway in Christchurch. Results Teams Racing Race 1 Titans 25 points vs KB Cowboys 170 Points Race 2 KB Cowboys 70 points vs Crushers 125 points Race 3 Titans 100 Points vs Crushers 95 Points Over All KB’s Cowboys 240 Points Canterbury Crushers 220 Points Eastern States Titans 125 Points Streetstock BNT Trophy Night Jordan Dare 58P, KB's Cowboys in Palmerston North jostling for position 1st 62c David McSherry with Zac Thompson 155e from Titans at Eastern States Speedway on 2nd 27c Paul Leslie Saturday night. Photo by Peter Hooson. 3rd 4n Gordon Ingham.

Learn the basics of peloton race riding Have you ever wanted to mix it up in the peloton and gain confidence riding in a bunch? Or even just get a feeling for the exhilaration of a fast-paced and well ridden ride on your road bike? As part of the Bike Fit summer cycle series Cuddon Cycling

Marlborough is pleased to introduce the ‘Basics of road racing’ to be run by Lance Spencer. On Fridays from 4pm-5:30pm at the Athletic Park cycle track you will be taken through the drills of riding fast in a bunch, bump drills to get used to the peloton and other tricks to get

you used to the Summer Series racing- whether it is for the Grape Ride or the local club series. All riders are welcome to attend these sessions at only $5 per lesson. The confidence you will gain will be massive and it is a safe

place to learn at athletic park. Starting Friday and initially running to Christmas it is a great chance to sharpen your bike riding skills For more information contact Lance Spencer on 021 454348.

Lady birds do well The birds from the Blenheim Racing Pigeon Club were liberated at 8.15 am on Saturday at Timaru into not ideal weather conditions. With a slight head wind from the north east and all mountain ranges shrouded in mist and an almost complete lack of sun were conditions that were really going to make the birds work hard. As it turned out it was a result for the ladies in the club with Joan Webb having the first arrival in the flock race after 5 hrs 47 mins and recorded a velocity of 1085.01 metres per minute

which was ahead of all others by a considerable margin. Second position went to the Two Fishers syn. bird at 728.64 mpm and third to Carl Kirkwood doing 624.53 mpm. The club also held a “ three clock two” race in conjunction, where the best average of two birds nominated would win the prize of a voucher donated by the Grove Tavern. The winner in this was Sindy Kirkwood with a velocity of 696.60 mpm, 2nd Donald Morrison 561.96 mpm and 3rd place to James McIlroy averaging 538.29 mpm.

Grants up for grabs in ANZ cricket scheme Blenheim’s cricketers are being called to come forward and pitch for a grant as part of the ANZ Cricket Grant Scheme. Schools, clubs, players, fans and social teams can apply for brand new cricket gear and other support by explaining why they need a grant and how the assistance will help. The nationwide scheme is aimed to support New Zealand cricket at a community level, awarding $100,000 worth of equipment to players and teams of all ages to help them reach their full potential. ANZ Head of Sponsorship Sue McGregor says the bank is passionate about helping the country’s summer

game grow. “The ANZ Cricket Grant Scheme was set up to assist cricket fans and players at all levels, whether they’re playing competitively or in the backyard with their families. “We hear of players and teams who can’t practice or compete on the pitch due to worn out or a complete lack of equipment and we want to help change that. If you’re in that situation, or even if you’re a fan who wants to enjoy the game, get to a computer and apply.” Applications for the ANZ Cricket Grant Scheme are open now until 20 February 2014 and can be completed at anzcricketworld.co.nz.

Nicky Bain about to pass to John Billingsley (in green) running forward for a hit over the net. Photo supplied.

Action heats up despite rain Photo and story supplied Earlier this month the second round of Marlborough Volleyball’s Beach League was played at Fairweathers Beach Courts at Lansdowne Park. Wet weather marred some of the games, but spirits were not to be dampened. Players are also getting used to the outdoor elements, as most players are used to the indoor courts at Stadium 2000. Play from section one saw the slightly older team of A Cannibals Dinner win their game convincingly against The Armadillos, seizing all three sets 21-11, 21-12 and 15-4.

On the court Queen Charlotte played a tight game against the girls from Sets in The City. Damon Smith and Ben McDonald served well and the whole team worked together well as a foursome. For Sets in The City, Jade Anderson, Courtney Thompson and Courtney Turner all served well and their game play was much improved from last week. Sets in The City won the first set 21-12, before Queen Charlotte took the equaliser 21-13. The last set went point for point and into extra points before Queen Charlotte dug a little deeper and snatched the set

13-11 and therefore the game. Action from section 2 saw Dig This a little disadvantaged with only having three players but clearly were the most vocal on the court which seemed to help their game playing quite well against The A-Team, especially when it started to rain. The A-Team’s Georgia Walker showed great commitment with some spectacular diving into the wet sand. Jo Walker also played well, scrambling for quite a few balls. Set scores were 21-15, 19-21 and 11-15 to The A Team.

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Wednesday November 13, 2013

Perfect pint hopes to be a winner Story and photo by Celeste Lodewyk Pouring the perfect pint is a fine art and takes skill and personality, winning qualities Paddy Barry’s Irish Bar owners Liz and Paul McElhinney see in their bartenders Rachel Crouch and Jacs Sheridan. Both Rachel and Jacs will be travelling to Christchurch next Wednesday to compete in the Guinness Pint Master Regional Final. “It takes a bit of theatre and plenty of personality to deliver the perfectly poured pint and I believe our girls will win,” Liz said grinning. Paddy Barry’s along with Seamus’s Irish Bar in Picton were named as regional finalists and will go up against Christchurch bars the Rock Pub & Cafe and Craic Irish Bar. If they win they will then compete for the Guinness Pint Master title at the national title in Auckland next month. Competitors will have to expertly pour a pint of Guinness. They will be scored on the quality of the pour as well as the experience they give the crowd. “There’s 19 steps in pouring a perfect pint, a quirky personality also helps,” Liz said. Teams will also have to present a Guinnessbased creation for the judges to taste. Guinness has been hunting the nation for bartenders who live and breathe the two-part pour, surge and friendly service that makes drinking Guinness “such an exquisite experience”. Four semi finals are being held around the country and the winners earn a place in the final. This will be Paddy Barry’s second time competing. “It’s a great event and everyone taking part is good spirited which makes it fun,” Rachel said.

Armistice Day service About 80 people turned out to the Armistice Day ceremony at the Blenheim War Memorial clock tower on Monday. Two minutes’ silence was held at 11am on the 11th day of the

11th month - the symbolic date chosen to remember the ceasefire on the Western Front in 1918 that signalled the end of the First World War.

Here come Muppets

Paddy Barry’s Irish Bar bartender Rachel Crouch practices her pint pouring ahead of next week’s Guinness Pint Master Regional Final in Christchurch.

The Vanessa Bryant Studio of Dance is holding its annual production ‘The Muppet Show’ this Saturday at the Floor Pride Civic Theatre. There will be two shows, performed in tap and jazz, at 2pm and 6.30pm. Pictured are Sophia Hansen as Miss Piggy, Joe Coldwell as Kermit, and Hayley Rogers dressed as Animal. Tickets available from Ticket Direct. Photo supplied.

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