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Young pilot wins regional flying award

Story and photo by Kristy Martin Marlborough Aero Club pilot Nicholas Smith (pictured) is celebrating a win at the 2013 Flying New Zealand Alpine Area Rally, in which he took first place in the Wigram Cup Instrument Flying. The 24-year-old will now go on to compete in the national championships held at Tauranga in February. Instrument flying, Nicholas explains, is the navigation of an aircraft by the use of instruments only. Goggles are worn so the pilot can’t see outside the aircraft and relies solely on the accuracy of the instruments. But, he insists, it’s not as scary as it sounds. “You get used to it. “Plus you’ve got a safety pilot (flying) with you.” Continued page 2

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Enjoying the Lights Over Marlborough fireworks spectacular were Amber Watson, 12, Brier Herkt, 12 and Whitney Street School Year 1 student Ben Pottinger, 6.

Record crowds at fireworks Story and photos by Kristy Martin Record crowds turned out to watch the 30th annual Lights Over Marlborough fireworks display at A&P Park on Saturday night. The Whitney Street School fundraiser attracted 6000 people and generated about $30,000 for the school. Warm weather is believed to be responsible for bringing families

out early and keeping them out for the highly-anticipated 17-minute fireworks spectacular. Parents and kids parked themselves on the grass, many bringing picnics and playing games before the fireworks began about 9.10pm. Whitney Street principal Alan Straker said the event was a huge success.

“It was definitely the biggest crowd we’ve ever had,” he said. “And one of the best nights weatherwise.” The event was organised by the school’s Parent Support Group and featured bands, food stalls, face painting, glow sticks, bouncy castles and zorb balls. Students performed a kapa haka and

the school’s Jump Jam group also took to the stage between popular bands Dead Parrots and Arm the Reckless. Andrea Craig, board of trustees member, said the PSG had done a wonderful job. The Blenheim Sun newspaper was proud to be a major sponsor of this successful event. More photos on page 18.

Young pilot wins regional flying award Continued from page 1 Nicholas has been a member of the Marlborough Aero Club for the past four years and has completed his private pilot’s licence. The former Marlborough Boys’ College student works part-time at the Nelson Forests Sawmill, but hopes take his commercial pilot test

in the coming months. “I’d like to get a job as an instructor to build my hours up and then get a job at an airline a few years down the track.” While Nicholas enjoys the freedom of being in the air and says being a pilot is his “dream job”, it is only natural that his parents worry about

him and his career choice. “Mum always worries when I go out flying. “She says all the usual mother stuff.” Several other Marlborough Aero Club members also achieved success at the Alpine Regional Rally, held in Kaikoura at the weekend, which pit-

ted them against pilots from Nelson, Motueka, Kaikoura and Canterbury. Karen MacDonald came second in the Newman Cup for circuits and manoeuvres, Graham Murphy took third place in the NZ Herald Challenge Trophy for navigation and Tim Johnson secured third in the Wanganui Trophy for low flying.

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Top honours at business awards By Kristy Martin Southern Water Engineering has cleaned up at the 2013 Westpac Marlborough Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards, winning the Supreme Award and taking top honours in three other categories. The Blenheim-based business secured trophies in the Medium/Large Business and Adding Value to Marlborough categories and also won the Innovation Award. Added to this, they came second in the Strategy Marketing and Growth category and third in the Investing in People and Skills Award. Managing director Stephen Leitch said it was a pleasant surprise. In fact, winning the Supreme Award was so unexpected that he had to climb under the table and put his shoes back on before going

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Drink-driving limit lowered Transport Minister Gerry Brownlee yesterday introduced legislation to lower the adult drink-driving limits. The Land Transport Amendment Bill 2013 will lower the adult breath alcohol limit from 400 micrograms of alcohol per litre of breath to 250mcg. “This change will make our roads safer, save lives and prevent serious injuries,” Mr Brownlee said. “Alcohol and driving continues to be a major problem in New Zealand, with alcohol-impaired drivers being involved in around 30 per cent of fatal crashes annually.”

up to receive the trophy. “It is nice to be able to show our clients what we have achieved,” he said. The awards ceremony was held at the Marlborough Convention Centre last Friday night, with about 290 people in attendance. Other winners included Johnson’s Barge Service, who came first in the Investing in People and Skills category and won the Environment Award. The Small Business Award went to Gowans Distribution, while joint winners Hortus and Framingham Wines secured Best Workplace. Southern Water Engineering cleaned up at the Westpac Marlborough Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards on Friday. Pictured is managing director Stephen Leitch with his stash of trophies.

New Zealand Citizenship Ceremony Seventeen people were sworn in as New Zealand citizens at a ceremony in Marlborough last week. The new citizens took their oaths at the Marlborough District Council Chambers on Friday afternoon.

$6.4m upgrade for highway overbridge Marlborough Roads is about to commence a $6.4 million upgrade on State Highway 1 between Blenheim and Seddon - its biggest road project since 2007. Work to build a new rail overbridge and a straighter, safer road at Dashwood Pass will begin this month and should be complete by winter 2015. Highway Manager Frank Porter says that this 2km section of SH1 halfway between Blenheim and Seddon has a number of safety issues the Transport Agency wants to see addressed. “Dashwood Overbridge has been the site of a number of crashes, and the layout of the road on either side of the bridge means that drivers have to slow down considerably to travel safely through the area,” he said.

“The tight curves and difficult approach to the overbridge can cause problems for all vehicles, particularly trucks. “The current overbridge was built in 1932, and while it’s still in good nick, we need a bridge that’s up to current earthquake standards. “It’s also too narrow for such a major road, so a new bridge will make it safer for everyone travelling along this bit of the state highway.” The multi-million dollar construction contract has been awarded to Higgins Contractors Nelson. It’s the biggest roading project in Marlborough since the Awatere Bridge replacement in 2007, and includes building a new seismically resilient bridge, improving the approach to the bridge, and

Concert correction In last week’s Friday Sun issue the story ‘American composer visits Blenheim’ stated the concert was to be held at St Marks Addiction Residential Treatment Centre. The concert was in fact held at St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. The Sun apologises to the organisers and our readers for the error. Work is set to begin on a $6.4 million highway upgrade at Dashwood Pass between Blenheim and Seddon. Photo provided.

removing several tight curves on either side. Higgins will be using local contractors to do earthworks and pavement construction. Mr Porter says that the Dash-

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Nude food trend growing

Supporting the growing trend of ‘nude food’, Riverlands School students Emily Clarke (8), Hana Berry (8) and Tyson Foote with principal Dave Parsons show how they pack their lunch boxes without wrappers and plastic bags. Photo by Celeste Lodewyk

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As a parent with a child approaching school years, Celeste Lodewyk looks at the growing trend of ‘nude food’ and talks to Marlborough primary schools about their stance against nonreusable food wrapping. The term ‘nude food’ may sound slightly unusual, but in fact it is an eco-friendly alternative to wrapping children’s lunches with plastic wrap. It is an idea which is growing in popularity throughout the country and overseas and has already made a positive impact on the environment within local schools. Riverlands School is one of several leading the charge by taking away outside rubbish bins and adopting its ‘pack in, pack out’ philosophy. “Five years ago we began by encouraging students to take home any wrappings from their lunch boxes,” principal Dave Parsons said. “It was a big change to the school’s culture, but now many of our students bring their lunch

in compartment type lunch boxes and use reusable containers. “It’s a system which is working really well and we have seen a significant reduction in waste and an increase in awareness of healthy eating and recycling,” he said. St Mary’s and Renwick Schools have also had success from taking away rubbish bins and asking

“We began by encouraging students to take home any wrappings from their lunch boxes” children to take their wrappings home with them. “We haven’t had rubbish bins in the playground for a number of years, our students basically eat their lunch and put their rubbish back into their lunchboxes,” St Mary’s principal Alister Bridgman said. “It’s been part of an ongoing process of encouraging parents and the children to look at what they are bringing to school and

looking at alternatives such as washable containers. According to Renwick School teacher Nic Walker the school and community’s clean green image has been “pushed hard” this year. “A number of our families provide nude food lunches for their children which really has been a by-product of having zero rubbish bins in school grounds, rather than our sole aim. “By taking away the bins it has encouraged families to take responsibility for what they bring to school. This, combined with our healthy eating message is a big part of our health curriculum and has been met with support from parents,” he said. Staff the Sun spoke to from other schools were also very supportive of the nude food idea and said even though they still had rubbish bins provided, they encouraged children to eat healthy and be responsible with their wrappings. The Sun welcomes any feedback on this topic.

Amber representing NZ Girl Guides Story and photo by Celeste Lodewyk Blenheim teenager Amber Dickson (15) is buzzing with excitement after being chosen to represent New Zealand Girl Guiding at an international jamboree in British Columbia next year. Amber will be one of four NZ girl guides attending the seven day ‘camp’ in July which will be held at Enderby, a city in the Okanagan region. Amber first joined the Brownies at age seven then progressed up into the Girl Guides. She is now a Ranger and is working towards her Queens Guide award. The once shy 15 year old Marlborough Girls’ College student said thanks to Girl Guides her confidence had grown. “Going to this jamboree is going to be a great confidence booster. I will be able to try new things which are out of my comfort zone. “I’m looking forward to new experiences and

I hope to bring them back to Marlborough,” she said. In order for Amber to attend the jamboree, she has had to work hard at fundraising to cover costs associated with the trip. With a total of $5000 to work towards, Amber has been joined by her family and friends in a range of fundraising ventures, including the clean up following the recent Marlborough A&P Show, mucking out stables and a series of raffles. Amber’s total is currently sitting at $2200, so she will be running more raffles and has applied for a number of grants. “I really appreciate the donations from local businesses for my raffles, and I also want to thank everyone who has helped with my fundraising,” she said. If anyone would like to help Amber with her fundraising they can email, amber209@ windowslive.com

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Country music awards held The Blenheim Country Music Club held its “in club” music awards contest at the weekend. Members had to have performed at least six club days to be eligible to compete “and 16 were” said club spokeswoman Sandra McNeilly. Angela Cook was the standout competitor in the senior grades, winning the female vocal section, the senior gospel and senior traditional events as well as being, with Rick McCallum, a winner in the Open Duo event. She was also second to Sandra McNeilly in the Original Songwriting section. The Bev Cross memorial

trophy was awarded to Jenny Sweet, in recognition of her loyal and supportive service to the club said Sandra. Best dressed female was Nola Carter and best dressed male Trevor Hansen, who also won the senior male vocal section. Danielle Coles won the Junior Vocal and the Under-18 traditional and Under-18 gospel sections. Tom Rangi took the top award in the instrumental section and was also awarded the prize as the most helpful club member.

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Rest homes support palliative care Hospice Marlborough is working in collaboration with the DHB-Primary Palliative care providers and Hospice New Zealand to support the provision of palliative care in Marlborough’s rest homes. Jude Del lebeke, Hospice Marlborough chief executive said she was delighted to announce that after visiting nine rest home facilities in the region with Jeanette Collins, palliative care educator, all had agreed to be part of the national HNZ fundamentals education programme. “Jeanette has provided 27 education sessions at nine facilities and what was

most impressive was that there were up to 20 attendees at some homes/ hospitals,” Ms Dellbeke said. “This has strengthened the working relationships and quality of end of life care at all the Marlborough aged care facilities.” Rest homes now phone the hospice for advice 24/7 and the hospice community team visit all their registered patients in the rest homes. Rest homes involved include Aberleigh, Ashwood, Bethseida, Lakewood, Seaview, Springlands, Maxwell, Waterlea and Redwood.

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Sun readers have their say... with the WORD on the Street. Q: Do you shop in Blenheim or Nelson and why?

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I do most of my shopping at the op shops, but for the other stuff I prefer Nelson because if you shop in Blenheim you look the same as everyone else. Blenheim definitely needs cooler shops.

Nelson because it has more range of shops. I don’t go over that often, but when I do I like to shop.

I like both. There are a few extra shops in Nelson, particularly Kmart and Spotlight. I think as Blenheim gets bigger it could do with more shops.

I’ve never shopped in Nelson but sometimes I shop in Christchurch. I don’t find that much difference. You can get cheaper stuff there but if you want quality it is all the same.

Blenheim or Christchurch. I do go out of town sometimes because there is just not quite the overall selection here. There could be a few more shops in Blenheim.

I used to live in Nelson, so we still go over to visit family. We save up to go shopping there because there are better shops, free parking and Kmart has opened up. We’ll be doing all our Christmas shopping there.

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News travels fast Last Wednesday the Sun published a story about my fishing reel which was stolen. Amazing, somehow this news travelled fast via friendly fishermen. First to Murchinson thence to a close friend in Piedmont California who called me to commiserate! They all knew the reel and envied me. I think the thief will find the reel to be a trifle hot and difficult to sell or to use in the company of others. Such a waste. If he has the courage to return it and receive my promise of a new reel and rod he would be accepted by the fly fishermen of Marlborough and forgiven for the misery he has given me. Philip Rossell

Ferry woes Dear Ed, About the shambles of the Cook Strait ferry service or rather the diminishing of it through the Aratere’s need for repair I note it was NZ First and Winston Peters who drew attention to it. As an independent voter, I am taking stock of MP’s performances. I note National’s transport minister seems woefully inactive and inept. I think back to the Winebox enquiry Peters exposed and other issues. Traveller

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

Facts about sugar Dear Ed, Love sugar? It could be making you sick in the Blenheim Sun (13 Nov 2013, p13) contained a number of incorrect and misleading comments about sugar. There is no credible evidence for moderate sugar intakes causing diabetes, inflammation, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease or dementia. No one food or nutrient causes obesity. Total energy from all sources being greater than energy output is what leads to weight gain. Yes sugar is one source of energy, so over-eating it can lead to weight gain, but there is nothing uniquely fattening about sugar.

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Animal cruelty Dear Ed, I have been thinking about the Department of Conservation’s messed-up 1080 drop at Nydia Bay/ Tennyson Inlet. One thing which is missed is the extreme cruelty. 1080 is a slow killing poison. I care about animals whether wild or pets or stock. I looked up about dying from 1080. Scientists in 1984 observed 1080 deaths on captive possums. “Deaths occurred from five to 127 hours hrs after dosing.” Vomiting, retching and spasms were observed.” Is 1080 the way civilised humans behave to animals? There is no opossum “problem” at Tennyson Inlet. I know the area. I also note DOC spokesmen so far. Where is Marlborough’s DOC manager recently made so after recent restructuring? Animal Lover

Parking turkeys Dear Ed, Like a lot of people I am getting fed up with the rudeness and overzealous behaviour of parking meter attendants. I had 41 minutes on my meter when I left it and 33 on it when I returned and there was a bearded turkey by my vehicle writing down details. Why? I felt intimidated. Is Council trying to kill the central business retail business? Does the firm contracted get a percentage of the fines? Why contract it out to profit focused contractors? Council needs a shakeup. It is a public relations disaster for council. It’s about time council got rid of meters and had 20 minute, 30 minute and one hour time limits instead. People need to have fair and reasonable access to shops. As for CBD retailers I feel sorry for them. Frank Henry

DOC and salmon farms Dear Ed, Do I have it right? The appeal against King Salmon’s salmon farms is being opposed by the Ministry of Primary Industries and Department of Conservation? Who are they acting for? The public who fund them or Malaysia’s Tiong family who run King Salmon? DOC to me is a disaster with this on the heels of the 1080 botch up at Nydia Bay/ Tennyson Inlet. Salmon farms are a blotch and a blight on the Sound’s beauty and environment. Hang your heads in shame DOC and MPI. You have forgotten you are public servants. Taxpayer

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A variety of garden delights This year there are eleven country gardens on show during the Wairau Valley Garden Tour on Saturday November 23. Funds raised will go to the Wantwood Community Room. The cost is $15 per ticket and as well as the tour there will be a market, stall and plants for sale and spot prizes and raffles, with tea coffee and other refreshments, including a BBQ lunch, available. Cash sales of tickets will be made from Mega Mitre 10, Roselands Garden and Pets, Springlands Garden Centre, Renwick Supervalue and The Wairau Valley Tavern.

Lomani Au, Joyce and Ian Cattermole’s garden at 213a Scott Street is named in tribute to Joyce’s Fijian heritage. Her colourful and creative garden will be on display on Sunday November 24 from 10am till 4pm. Entry is $5, with children under five free and the funds go to the “Simply the Breast” Dragon Boat Team. Joyce Cattermole, in the grounds of Lomani Au. Tea coffee and refreshments will be available. to Marlborough Hospice and State Highway 1 and turn Also worth a visit on Sunday the function runs from 11am right at Marama Road. Upton November 24 is the “Christmas to 4pm. Downs Road is 20k down Time” shop, home and cottage This is also a chance to ex- Marama Road and soon after garden open day at 367 Upton plore part of our local area that the road turns to gravel, you Downs Road, Seddon. is a little off the beaten track. will find balloons on the letter Entry is a gold coin donation You go through Seddon on box of 367.

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“Tell me and I’ll forget; show me and I may remember; involve me and I’ll understand.” - Chinese proverb

Focus on practical application The Southern Institute of Technology is now offering the New Zealand Diploma in Engineering in 2014 through the Invercargill Campus. The 2 year course focuses on providing three strands; Mechanical specialisation, Production Specialisation and Civil Engineering. The course is run five days per week with 6 hours class time per day for 4 days and a balance day allocated for self-study. Practical application is a major focus of the course with almost all the papers involving engineering laboratories / workshop demonstrations and hands on classes. For most of the papers, final assessment marks includes 20%

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“A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops.” - Henry B Adams

For those facing exams or preparing for tertiary study next year, here are some tips for exam preparation.

Look after yourself Try to be well rested and well nourished in preparation for exams. “Drink plenty of fluids, eat a good healthy breakfast,” advises Professor Sarah Moore, co-author of The Ultimate Study Skills Handbook. “The fresher and more energetic you feel, the more it will support your ability to tackle the cognitive challenges.” Plan your work

Learning through play What looks like child’s play is actually an important foundation for learning for life, says Rachael Steans, Kidicorp area manager, “We have three centres in Blenheim. ABC Mayfield, ABC Blenheim Central and ABC Springlands. “We want children to love learning so we put a lot of effort into creating an environment. We

want children to settle into school easily and be familiar with the habits and routines of school – it makes those next learning years so much easier. You’ll see it when you walk into our well equipped centres,” “The way we teach children is by working on the child’s current interests. Our skilled teachers then look for ways to weave

literacy, numeracy, mathematical and science into their interests. Along the way we encourage independence, practice turn-taking and support children to develop the social skills they will need for school. “We have NZ’s only ‘Be School Ready’ programme that readies children for that next big learning step,” ends Rachael.

Get into our kitchen Food plays a pivotal part in our lives. If you love food and enjoy cooking, are creative and meticulous, and savour flavour, texture and seasoning, then being a professional chef might be the perfect career for you. Tai Poutini Polytechnic offers a range of culinary programmes. From taster courses for school students or industry training short courses, to its flagship Diploma in Professional Culinary Arts, there’s sure to be something to whet your appetite for a culinary education.

Lead tutor Alex Hayward’s passion is clear. A chef ‘forever’, he’s worked in kitchens all over the world, but is now dedicated to teaching the culinary arts. It’s a hands-on role and he loves it. Alex teaches to the highest professional standard and expects the same from his students. ‘We run one of the best chef programmes around. It’s challenging and really stretches the boundaries. The chef trade is constantly evolving – we keep up with the changes, but also focus on traditional skills. We

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want our students to be ready to work anywhere.’ Small class sizes mean students have plenty of one-on-one time with tutors and training restaurant Tutoro provides valuable ‘real world’ experience. There’s a strong sense of community at TPP and moving to the West Coast is a great lifestyle choice. ‘It’s an awesome place to live and work,’ says Alex. For more information, free phone 0800 800 411 or go to www.tpp.ac.nz

Some people concentrate better at night, others prefer to be up with the larks. Stick to a consistent working pattern so your mind and body can adjust, and take plenty of short breaks. Be on top of the practicalities It is easy to forget practical details, so be clear about simple things like start times, venue, equipment, material you can or cannot bring, and so on.

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“What sculpture is to a block of marble, education is to the human soul.” - Joseph Addison

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Generally, the decision to change careers isn’t made lightly. It’s a process, and for some a dilemma that stirs many questions, doubts and fears. You may worry that a career change will lower your earnings, require an expensive investment in education and training, or force you to start from scratch in an unfamiliar industry. Never feel “stuck” in an unfulfilling job, because career

change options are greater than you may realise. Tackle the golden question: If you had all the money in the world, what would you be doing with yourself? Don’t hold back. This is brainstorming time. Make a list of all the things you’d rather be doing with your time. Consider careers that interest you. You might have studied accounting at college for the sake of job security and financial certainty. But all the time,

perhaps you really wanted to be a park ranger or a freelance troubleshooter. Think back to what once motivated you when you were younger––you will often find the kernel of the things that still motivate and thrill you there. Evaluate your skills and talents. Ask yourself: What am I good at? What do I most enjoy doing? Write down every skill you’re capable of. Don’t be shy. Does your current job give you satisfaction and utilize all your

potential? Identify transferable skills. After having listed all known skills and talents, identify what skills will best transfer over into the new line of work you’re hoping to change to. The longer the list, the easier the transition. Research the many educational opportunities available and start the application process. Once you have reached this point you are well on your way to establishing a new career.

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Lights over Marlborough Thousands flocked to A&P Park on Saturday night for the annual Whitney Street School Lights Over Marlborough Fireworks Spectacular. Photos by Kristy Martin.

Ryan  Playing cards to pass the time were Jack Sloper, 12, twins Sydney and 9. Mottus, John and 5, Sloper, Sloper, both 9, Tamzin

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Parish Fair Saturday 23 November 9am - 2pm Church Hall. Baking, pikelets, sewing, produce, books, jewellery, white elephant, children’s stall and sausage sizzle.

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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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Ph Margaret 578 4690 or Cilla 570 5335. 6172, 8 Wither Rd. Open Monday - Friday, 8.30 - 4.30pm 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.

death notices GILLETT, Roger Edward Hulme: On November 18 2013, peacefully, at Seaview Rest Home Picton. Loved husband of Dorothy, much loved father and father-in-law of Susan and Eric, Lyndel and Craig, Paul and Debbie, and the late Anthony. Loved grandad to Maria and Vincent McColl, Laura, and Matthew; Robbie, Sarah, Nicholas and Christopher; and Rebecca, Megan, Hamish and Anna. Flowers respectfully declined. Donations to Seaview Home would be gratefully appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to Seaview Crescent, Picton 7220. A thanksgiving service for Roger’s life will be held at St. John in the Wilderness Church, Koromiko at 3pm Thursday November 21, followed by private cremation at the Sowman Crematorium. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

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health & beauty CANCER support and information. Contact The Cancer Society in the Forum. Open Mon - Fri 9.00am - 4.30pm. Ph. 579 4379. COSMETIC Botulinum and Dermal Fillers. Call for your free no obligation assessment. Ph 03 548 8216. D E N TU R E S - Advanced Prosthetic Treatment. Premium Dentures. Natural looks thanks to digital precision at Blenheim Denture Studio. 71 Alfred Street. Ph 578 4344. EAR Health. Removal of Ear Wax using microscope & suction. Ph for an appointment 578 8310 at Physiotherapy Centre, 11 Francis St. H E A R I N G c h e c ks FREE, Diagnostic hearing tests, Latest technology call or phone Bay Audiology 54 Scott Street. 579 4769. MOLE checks - for a thorough skin check u s in g d er m o s c o py. Call the Skin Clinic 578 1665. R E F L E X O L O G Y, Food Hand and Auricular. Call to arrange a treatment. Phone 03 574 1255.

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Riverlands School

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Office / Accounts Administrator We are looking for a reliable, efficient person with personality to join our small but friendly team. Work is on a part time basis. (We are flexible with hours & days but ideally 9am-4pm 4 days a week) This role involves sole charge of office duties, entering of job sheets & invoices (accounts receivable & payable), receipts & banking, wages, answering the phone, taking orders from customers, entering of spray diaries & SWNZ. As the ideal candidate for this position you will have: • Excellent written & verbal communication skills • A friendly yet professional phone manner • Experience dealing with accounts receivables/payables, bank reconciliations and payroll. • Excellent computer skills • Attention to detail, proactive and able to work unsupervised • Willingness to learn new skills If this sounds like you, please forward you cv and covering letter to roseag@xtra.co.nz Please phone Tracy on 5786580 or 0274441404 if you require further information. Applications close 1st December 2013. This position will not commence until mid January 2014.

Book a Lane for 1 Hour for $20.00 Sundays from 10am to 5pm Phone 578 4851 to book a lane BLENHEIM TEN PIN BOWLING CENTRE 50 Battys Road Blenheim situation vacant

Colin King MP FOR K AIKOUR A Thursday November 21: In Parliament, Primary Production Select Committee meeting. Friday November 22: In Blenheim meeting with constituents and community groups by prior arrangement. Saturday November 23: Mistletoe Bay Trust 10th Birthday celebrations in the Marlborough Sounds. Spring Creek School fundraiser at the Rangitane Centre. Monday November 25: RECESS WEEK. In Blenheim meeting with constituents and community groups by prior arrangement. Tuesday November 26: In Picton meeting with constituents and community groups by prior arrangement. Wednesday November 27: Host Seddon School at Parliament. NZ Engineering Excellence Awards Dinner to celebrate engineering excellence in New Zealand projects, Wellington. Thursday November 28: Host Redwoodtown School students in Parliament. William Pike Challenge prizegiving at Loburn School, North Canterbury. Friday November 29: In Kaikoura meeting with constituents and community groups by prior arrangement. Monday December 2: In Blenheim meeting with constituents and community groups by prior arrangement. Tuesday December 3-4: In Parliament, Education & Science Select Committee meeting.

We are currently looking for a permanent paper deliverer in Renwick.

VINEYARD SUPERVISOR Thornhill Horticultural Contracting is a well-established, large supplier of labour to the Viticulture industry in Marlborough. Thornhill is a registered Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) recruiting specific staff from New Zealand, Thailand and the Pacific Islands, to fulfil the needs of its valued vineyard clients.

We currently have a position available for a Vineyard Supervisor. Applicants must have the following: • At least three years experience • Be able to report to management and complete paperwork on time • Reliable and have a tidy work ethic • Preference will be given to an experienced Supervisor, but is not essential as full training will be given. • Be able to work long hours when required • Have excellent communication skills • A good understanding of RSE policy • Clean drivers license In the first instance, please forward a brief email to john@thornhillnz. co.nz no later than 30th November, 2013 explaining previous work history and contact details.

Marlborough Lines

Trainee Line Mechanic Marlborough Lines Contracting is a progressive electrical contracting business providing high quality services to the Marlborough region. We have a vacancy for a Trainee Line Mechanic to assist with the construction and maintenance of overhead power lines and underground cables throughout the Marlborough area. The successful applicant will be trained to National Certificate level as a Registered Line Mechanic. If you would like to have a career in the electrical distribution industry, wish to obtain a recognised industry qualification and be part of a professional motivated team, then we would like to receive your application. A job description and application form is available at our Alfred Street office or Taylor Pass Depot reception desk. Alternatively you can email us at info@linesmarl.co.nz or download them from our website www.marlboroughlines.co.nz. Completed applications should be returned to: Contracting Operations Manager Marlborough Lines Ltd PO Box 144 Blenheim 7240 Applications close Friday 29 November 2013.

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PART-TIME POSITION Commencing Febuary 2014. Between 20 to 30 hours per week. Involves Saturday/Sunday. Duties include cleaning and serving the public. Training will be given during Dec/Jan. Apply in writing to Blenheim Indoor Sports Centre 25 Goodman St Blenheim 7201 Applications close Dec 1st

ASSISTANT GARDENER Required Full time - permanent position If you enjoy the outdoors, are energetic and physically fit- this could be the job for you ! Under the supervision of our head gardener your roles would include: • maintaining the high standard of our extensive gardens and lawns • some maintenance and cleaning of building exteriors • general home maintenance skills would be an advantage Previous applicants need not apply Please call at reception or email ross@ashwoodpark.co.nz for an application form. Applications close 27th November

Edna becomes a children’s author at 90 By Kristy Martin Proving it’s never to late for a career change, 90-year-old Edna Mugford has written her first children’s book. The book, titled Buddy Bee and the Ladybirds, was launched at Lynfords Furniture in Blenheim last Friday. Edna was there to meet some very young fans and sign copies of the book, which will be distributed in the coming weeks. But despite all the excitement, the modest woman says she’d sooner not create a fuss. “It’s just not my thing,” Edna said of all the attention she has been getting. Buddy Bee was a poem she wrote several years ago. Her daughter requested a copy one day, and then others followed suit. “It just grew from there,” says

Edna. Next thing she knew, her family had organised illustrator PG Rob to get on board, and Edna says the Central Otago-based woman did a marvellous job. “A poem in a book is just a poem. “When you put it with illustrations, it comes to life.” Edna has been writing poems for years. Living in a rest home in Blenheim, she likes to keep her mind active. “Most people sit around and watch TV. “That would drive me mad.” She also knits teddy bears and sews material bags for Lynfords customers, as her daughter Kay Thomason owns the store. Edna Mugford launched her children’s book ‘Buddy Bee and People wanting to purchase the Ladybirds’ at Lynfords Furniture on Friday and little fans the book can contact Lynfords. like Willem Lampe of Picton came along to get a signed copy.

Canvastown Christmas tradition ends A group of people who grew up in Canvastown, near Havelock, many of whom now live in Blenheim, has been meeting for Christmas lunch for the past 30 years. Last week they did so for the last time. About 20 men and women gathered at Canvastown Former Canvastown residents met for the last time for on Tuesday to share fond Christmas lunch, ending a 30 year tradition. Photo supplied.

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During daylight hours on November 15 a Lane Street property was entered via an unlocked back door and a MacBook taken from a bedroom. A number of small items the victim had purchased for gifts were also taken. On Saturday afternoon a Maxwell Road property was entered and a number of items stolen. The offender searched an unlocked garage used a bedroom and lifted a sliding door off its runners to gain entry to the house. Overnight on November 16, two letter boxes were mashed in Lybster Street, a vehicle was entered and fuel card taken. Between 11am and 2pm on Sunday a push scooter was taken from a garage in Weld Street. The scooter was locked to the wall of the unlocked garage. Overnight on November 16, two letter boxes were mashed in Lybster Street, a vehicle was entered and fuel card taken. The same day, between 8am and 3.15pm, an Eltham Road house was broken into and cash and two passports taken. The offender(s) gained entry by smashing panes of glass in the front door. Between 1pm and 2pm on November 17, a vehicle was keyed whiled the owner was shopping at the Warehouse. $1300 damage was done to the vehicle’s paintwork. Glass at a Lane Street property was used for target practice and a number of glass panes smashed. It appears the offender used

a slug gun or BB gun. Between November 15 and 18, a 40 horse power outboard motor was taken from a boat parked at Moetapu Bay.

Arrests At 10.30pm on Monday, a 49-year-old female was arrested for breaching her bail by being found in a public place intoxicated. She was held in custody to appear in the Blenheim District Court on Tuesday morning At 1.45am a 31-year-old male store man was arrested at a Blenheim address on a number of warrants issued in the Christchurch District Court. He was held in custody to appear in the Blenheim District Court on Tuesday morning. Friday November 15 At 11am a 33 -year-old female sickness beneficiary was arrested for failing to appear in the Blenheim District Court. She appeared later that day and was bailed to appear in court on Monday.

Saturday November 16 At 12.30am a 17-year-old male student was arrested on Market Street for common assault and wilful damage. He will appear in the Blenheim District Court on November 25. At 9.40pm a 16-year-old male vineyard worker was arrested at the A & P Park for breaching his bail. He was taken into custody for detox and was later returned to his caregiver. Blenheim Youth Aid staff will be following up with the male during the week. At 9.35pm a 18-year-old male was arrested for being unlawfully on a property in Howick Road. The male was intoxicated and

memories, laughs and enjoy their final Christmas lunch together. The group’s members says they are “getting too old” to continue the tradition, which began in the early 1980s, but will continue to hold regular gettogethers closer to home.

had walked onto the property to get into A & P park while the fireworks display was going. The property held the male until Police arrived. The male was taken into custody and held until sober, he received a pre charge warning At 10.55pm an 18-year-old male was arrested on Maxwell Road for failing to appear in the District Court. He was held in custody to appear in the Blenheim District Court this morning At 11.30 a 38year-old male and a 50-yearold male were arrested for fighting at a Maxwell Road address. Both males will appear in the Blenheim District Court on the November 25th.

Sunday November 17 At 1.40am a 16-year-old male mussel opener was arrested in Scott St for breaching his bail. He was held in custody until sober and released into the custody of his caregiver At 1.50am a 20-year-old male French tourist was arrested for disorderly behaviour in Kinross St. He was held in custody and released with a pre charge warning when he was sober. At 2.40am a 19-yearold male was arrested for disorderly behaviour on Scott St. He was held in custody and released with a pre charge warning when he was sober.

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Wednesday November 20, 2013

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Picton table tennis club The Picton Little Theatre will now be hosting table tennis every Tuesday from 10am - noon and Thursdays from 7.30 - 9.30pm. Cost is $2 to help recoup the cost of the table, bats, net etc. and hopefully a second table, plus tea and coffee. Mixed participation. NO experience necessary.

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Almost another clean sweep for lay birds Last Saturday, the Blenheim Racing Pigeon Club’s race from Invercargill with a straight line distance to the home lofts of 700km. The flock birds were released at 7.30am into a slight southerly and again it was nearly another clean sweep for the ladies with Joan Webb’s Red Chequer No. 105 arriving after flying for 10 hours 17 minutes and recording a speed of 1137.85 meters per minute for a very creditable first place. This pigeon, a yearling two weeks ago, won the race and yearling championship from Dunedin for Joan and has also been her first arrival home on two other occasions. Second place went to Alister Cooper of Renwick recording 1112.96 mpm. A very good third went to Sindy Kirkwood recording 1099.63 mpm with her bird No. 557, who only last weekend was instrumental in Sindy winning the sponsored 3 clock 2 from Timaru.

QCYC team recognised Taylor Burn and Henry Gibbs of the Queen Charlotte Yacht Club won the Marlborough Sports Team Of The Year at the Marlborough sports awards.

SI marchers here The South Island Marching Championships will be hosted by Marching Marlborough on December 8 at Landsdowne Park.

Long harbour Race The QCYC will hold The Long Harbour Race on Saturday November 23, with a 1.30pm start.

Harriers summer runners The Marlborough Harriers Summer Runners will meet tomorrow for the second race in the 5km Time Trial Series. Starting at 5:45pm for walkers and 6pm for runners, the group will meet beside the Taylor River just along from the Alfred Street Bridge, near the Clubs of Marlborough.

Megan Craig, Marlborough Sportsperson of the Year. File photo.

Young squash player tops On Monday November 18, twenty-year-old squash player Megan Craig became Marlborough Sportsperson of the Year. The award was announced at a function in the Marlborough Convention Centre. Earlier that night she had

been presented with the Junior Sportswoman Award. Graham Thomas was presented with the first-ever Marlborough Medal, in recognition of a lifetime contribution to Marlborough sport, in his case tennis, badminton and squash.

Bateman takes rallysprint series Fairweather’s Taylor Pass Rallysprint was held on Saturday November 16 with a record field of 36 cars. The road was in excellent condition with record times notched up. As expected, Blenheim driver Richard Bateman in his Evo 8 won both the event and the series, with his quickest time being 9.28.35. His expected competition disappeared with the early withdrawal of Rangiora driver Matt Summerfield in his WRX after his first run with mechanical issues. Second on the day was Christchurch driver Richard Baddock in the WRX on 9.40.56 followed by another Christchurch driver Mike Tall in an Evo 4 on 9.49.00. These were the only competitors to break 10 minutes. There was a generally high attrition rate due to off road excursions as well as mechanical issues and only 26 cars finished all six runs.

Cars run over 10kms of gravel starting from Beneagle station, south over the summit into the Awatere Valley. Once all the field arrives, contestants race back. This is done three times and the best time from each direction is combined. Twenty four of the entries were 2WD, creating intense competition in the smaller classes. Other local class winners included Upper Moutere’s Ashton Wood in a BDA Escort in the Classic class in 10.29.58. Havelock driver Jason Clark in his Starlet was the quickest in the 1301 to 1600cc class with 10.38.06 and another local, Jonathon Wilson, also in a Starlet, won the 0-1300cc with a time of 11.08.34. The event, the final round of the Nelson Marlborough Rallysprint Series, was promoted by the Marlborough Car Club.

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