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Education system under review

By Kristy Martin Marlburians are facing their biggest decision of recent history - whether the boys’ and girls’ colleges should be merged.

With roughly $13.6 million worth of repairs needed for the existing college buildings, including earthquake strengthening, the entire secondary education system in Blenheim is being reviewed.

After 50 years of single-sex education, members of the public are being asked to have their say on whether the two current sites should remain or funding used to create one co-educational facility.

Continued page 3 Left: Mayor Alistair Sowman is encouraging people to have their say on the future of the colleges.

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Marlborough Airport extensions Another step toward the expansion of the passenger terminal at Marlborough Airport has been taken with the board of Marlborough Airport Ltd approving funding to enable developed design plans to be prepared.

The floor space of the passenger area within the terminal will be more than doubled and the passenger check-in area relocated so there is more area available for queues.

The baggage reclaim area will be moved under cover.

The board is still discussing design

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details with the airlines and other businesses based at the airport who are all users of the facility.

Once plans are approved, construction can begin and, by April 2014, its hoped work will be underway.

The project is expected to take six months to complete.

Marlborough Mayor Alistair Sowman says the work will be done over the quieter winter months so the travelling public will be able to enjoy the new facilities by the beginning of next summer.

Maree Gerritsen Yes. I think single-sex schools are a bit outdated. That way they will have better facilities shared between the boys and the girls.

Ashling Connell, 6, from Picton was one of the first to let Santa know what she wants for Christmas.

Santa arrives in Blenheim Photo by Kristy Martin It seems Santa didn’t get the memo that Christmas is still a month away, because the big guy has chosen to fly into town early.

December’s most famous visitor was spotted at Harvey Norman on the weekend, doing what can only be described as the first leg of his in-store publicity tour.

Ashling Connell, 6, from Picton was one of the first to cuddle up to Santa and let him know she deserves to be on his nice list.

St Nick will be at Harvey Norman, on Maxwell Road, on Saturdays and Sundays from now until Christmas and will be posing for free photos.

He appears on those days from 11am-2pm.

Sandra Schorn I prefer mixed schools. When you grow up with boys you are more comfortable around them and more mature.

Nicole Jones Yes, I would like to see the c o lleg es combined. It would be more interesting and it might make the girls and boys get along better.

Ray Clearwater I don’t think it makes a difference. What matters is that the schools have access to the funding they need to keep up with the latest technology.

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Garden wall tragedy Blenheim man James Graham Kenneth Hammond, 62, has died after a concrete wall fell on him at his home in Springlands.

The incident occurred just before 4pm on Saturday when a water feature wall that he was working on fell on him and crushed him.

Mr Hammond’s wife and a neighbour tried unsuccessfully to help him.

Emergency services attended but he died at the scene.

First NMDHB meeting Springlands couple Brent and Christine Laurenson are urging drivers to slow down following the death of their son Nathan (in the framed photograph).

Slow down, parents plead

By Kristy Martin A Springlands couple is taking a unique approach to get drivers to slow down following the death of their teenage son in a horror crash.

Brent and Christine Laurenson have plastered signs on the fence of their Adams Lane home urging passing motorists not to speed or text while driving.

Back in 2009, the couple’s only son, Nathan, was killed when the

car he was a passenger in lost control and crashed into an oncoming vehicle on a rural road near Porirua.

Nathan's mate Udo Fourie, another passenger, was also killed.

They were just 18.

“We are just doing what we can to be proactive,” Christine said.

“I was out there watering the garden and I was amazed at the amount of speeding and drivers on their phones.”

The Laurensons are now involved in road safety education and visit colleges around the country to speak to teenagers about the horrific consequences their decisions can have.

They have produced a DVD called ‘The Ripple Effect’, which tells the story of Nathan and Udo and the devastating impact their deaths had on family and friends.

“There is no such thing as time

heals,” said Brent.

“You just have to learn to live with it.”

Christine says she doesn’t mind being seen as “the crazy woman on the corner” if her signs manage to change the behaviour of just one driver or save one life.

“It’s not bravery.

"It’s that we don’t want anyone else to go through what we went through.”

Secondary education system under review Continued from page 1 Mayor Alistair Sowman said public feedback on this issue had the potential to completely change the face of Marlborough.

“It is quite a controversial debate,” he said.

“I would strongly encourage people to come forward and have their say on this issue.

“It’s huge.”

Proposals on the table include upgrading and replacing the existing buildings independently, or

keeping both colleges but sharing facilities and bussing the students between the two sites.

There is also talk of demolishing the current boys’ college, on Stephenson Street, and bringing its students to the girls’ college, on McLauchlan Street.

Mr Sowman is keeping an open mind, but being a Marlborough Boys’ College Old Boy, he was admittedly shocked by this proposal.

“I’m a traditionalist and there is so much history there,” he said.

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“I was horrified at the thought of the boys’ college not being there.

“But what it comes down to is what is best for education going forward.”

Written submissions are now being accepted and their will be a public consultation meeting from 6-8pm on Monday at the Marlborough Convention Centre.

Independent facilitator Janet Kelly said the issue was an opportunity for debate that might not come again.

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“This is not about mergers or closures, we just want to know what the public feels is the best way of delivering secondary education in Marlborough.

“It is important that people have their say and know the Ministry (of Education) will be listening.”

Written submissions can be made to Ms Kelly at janet.kelly@ xtra.co.nz or 3 Courtney Street, Motueka 7120.

Closing date for submissions is January 20, 2014.

The first meeting of the newlyelected Nelson Marlborough District Health Board will be held on Tuesday December 17.

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Paddy’s near perfect pint

New priority for Aratere Manufacturing and installing a new shaft for the Aratere has now become the critical issue for restoring the vessel to service.

An Interislander spokesperson commented made the comment following Saturday morning’s finding of the vessel’s six-tonne starboard propeller.

The propeller, worth $200,000, was lost when the shaft broke on November 5. It was located approximately two nautical miles from Tory Channel and at about 120 metres deep.

Seaworks used a sonar device and a remote controlled underwater vehicle in the search.

Their vessel will now be adapted for a salvage attempt in about a fortnight, though weather conditions and Seaworks operational requirements will influence the timetable.

Interislander is still investigating which drydock option to select.

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Story by Celeste Lodewyk Blenheim really does pour the perfect pint.

Well, almost.

Paddy Barry’s Irish Bar has won the upper South Island regional final of the Guinness Pint Master title.

Bartenders Rachel Crouch and Jacs Sheridan travelled to Christchurch to compete in the regional finals and after winning they will now be heading to Auckland on December 5 to compete for the title.

When Paddy Barry’s was announced the regional winner, owner Liz McElhinney said there was plenty of cheering within the audience.

“We were absolutely thrilled.

We screamed and yelped and let everyone know how happy we were,” she laughed.

“Then we jumped on Face-

book and let all our patrons know, who have been hugely supportive the whole way.”

Rachel and Jacs were judged on how expertly they poured a pint of Guinness as well as the experience they gave the crowd.

Paddy Barry’s also had to present a Guinness-based creation for the judges to taste which was a ‘Death by Guinness Platter’.

“We had Guinness bread, chocolates and a cocktail as part of the platter. It was obviously a winning combination,” Liz said.

“We will make a couple of tweaks to the platter ahead of the title but otherwise we are so happy to be going.”

This is the third time that Paddy Barry’s has been placed Paddy Barry’s Irish Bar bartenders Rachel Crouch and Jacs Sheridan celebrate winning the regional finals of the Guinness in the finals.

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Weather smiles on Foodbank collection Blenheim Foodbank manager Wynnie Cosgrove was down at Civil Defence Headquarters late on Monday afternoon.

Decision time for whether the annual street by street collection would go ahead was 5pm and heavy rain was forecast.

Just to check the accuracy of their weather map, a phone call was made to a couple of experienced farmers who agreed they would be OK until 8.30pm.

And, said Wynnie, they were.

Assisted by emergency services vehicles, their 200 volun-

teers collected 500 boxes from Blenheim, Renwick, Grovetown and Spring Creek, with more gathered in Picton as well. “And Havelock is still to come in.”

She estimates the nonperishables collected will last until June-July and will be

supplemented by donations of perishables from the community gardens, the Primary School Edible Gardens project, and regular donations from farmers and others.

Local supermarkets also make donations.

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The top trophy in the latest Nelson Marlborough District Health Board (NMDHB) Health Quality and Innovation Awards (HQIA) 2013 was presented yesterday afternoon at Wairau Hospital.

A Nelson hospital project, called “Allied Health in the Emergency Department”, prepared by social workers and physiotherapists in the Emergency Department, won the trophy and $1150.

The money is to be used for professional development, education or service enhancements.

There were 11 entries in the board’s two-yearly quality and innovation awards.

Longer speed threshold As from December 1, Police will enforce a 4kph speed limit tolerance that will last until the end of January.

This is the first time the 4kmh threshold has been extended beyond holiday periods and the move is part of the government’s strategy to cut the Christmas and New Year road death toll.

Over the coming year, as part of the new “Visibility Raises Awareness” campaign, there will be more patrol cars on the road, with 28 fleet cars painted red or orange.

The first orange car will go to the Tasman district.

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New Marlborough RSA president John Forrest at the recent Armistice Day service at Seymour Square.

Youth focus for new RSA president Story and photo

by Kristy Martin John Forrest has been president of Marlborough Returned Services’ Association for little over a month, but has thrown himself into the role wholeheartedly.

Mr Forrest, who works as a HR advisor for the Defence Force at Woodbourne, is finding his new position takes up the majority of his spare time.

But, that said, he is passionate about the RSA, of which he has been a member for the past 36

years.

Mr Forrest, who became president last month after standing unopposed when former chief Ernie Thompson stood down, says his main focus heading into the New Year is strengthening the relationship between veterans and local youth.

“We need to invest in our future, which is the youth.

“We’d like to encourage the youth, particularly the college students, to have more part in our activities.”

And with no World War One

vets left locally and only about two dozen from World War Two still alive, it was critical to get the youngsters to better understand and appreciate the history of war.

Mr Forrest has been a member of RSA since 1977, when his stepfather, a WWII vet, signed him up at the Ngaruawahia branch.

Ngaruawahia, north of Hamilton, was where John was born and grew up, before joining the Air Force in 1972, at the age of 16.

He was deployed to Singapore in 1975-77 and Marlborough in 1989, where he met and married his wife Michele.

“My role, as president, is to head the executive committee that represent the RSA members of Marlborough.”

The RSA is preparing for a huge ANZAC Day celebration in 2015, which marks the 100th anniversary of the Gallipoli landing.

Publicity leads to burglary arrest A targeted media campaign warning Blenheim residents about a burglar on the loose has helped identify the alleged offender.

Police have arrested a 47-year-old unemployed man

and charged him with three counts of burglary, one of theft and one charge of being in an enclosed yard.

He was arrested last Friday and held in custody until he appeared in the Blenheim

District Court on Monday.

The burglary offences relate to properties in the Springlands, Beaver Rd, Eltham Rd and Maxwell Rd areas.

Some people has seen the burglar and told police he was

wearing a bicycle helmet and hi-vis vest.

Investigations are continuing and police are once again urging people to lock their houses and cars, despite this arrest.

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At 10.45am on Sunday a 43-year-old male sickness beneficiary was arrested and charged with sells/supply methamphetamine, conspires to deal methamphetamine and threatening behaviour.

He has been remanded in custody and will next appear in the Blenheim District Court on the 02/12/13.

A parole recall warrant was also issued for breaching conditions of his parole.

Medication was stolen from a Springlands property on the weekend, after the offender entered the house through a insecure toilet window.

The theft occurred between 1pm and 2.30pm on Sunday.

Police say they are following a positive line of enquiry.

Historic assault

Overnight on Sunday, an unlocked vehicle was entered in Avery Place, Blenheim, The vehicle was searched by the offender but nothing appeared to have been taken.

Police would like to hear from anyone the area who may have had their vehicle entered and has failed to report it.

Also on the 24th, a silver Nissan Navara Registration EDH630 was taken from a property in Freeths Rd at Koromiko.

At 10.30pm on Sunday a 67-year-old male was arrested at his home for historic indecent assault matter.

He will appear in the Blenheim District Court on the December 2.

Sober up At 12.30am on Monday a 59-year-old unemployed female was taken into custody for detox.

She was released when sober and capable of looking after herself.

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Dishonesty box At about 4.20pm on Saturday, an unemployed 18-year-old male and a

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They had been identified as the males who stole the honesty box at a flower stall on Rapaura Rd an hour earlier.

The 18-year-old was also charged with causing his vehicle to undergo a sustained loss of traction and breaching his bail conditions.

Both appeared in Blenheim District Court earlier this week.

CBD fights Four men were arrested by police over the course of the weekend for disorderly behaviour and or fighting in the Blenheim CBD. All were intoxicated and were released from police custody when sober with a pre-charge warning

Building trespass At 9.50pm on Saturday, an 18-year-old female baker’s assistant was arrested for being unlawfully in a building.

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New poem for river walk

Jeff Fulton, owner of the Vines Village and avid VW Kombi fan, is encouraging people to come to the Party in the Vines tomorrow.

By Kristy Martin The latest instalment of the Taylor River Writers’ Walk has been revealed.

The fourth poem in the series celebrating the river was written by Riverlands School student Yasmin Burdis.

Eleven-year-old Yasmin has a passion for writing and says it took her about two weeks to complete the poem, which is now permanently mounted in stone near the High Street bridge.

“I wasn’t expecting to win, I just wanted to have a go,” Yasmin said of the annual poetry competition.

“It means a lot.

“I do come down here a lot, so it’s nice to have a piece of me here.”

The Writers’ Walk now features four poems, one for each year since it began in 2010.

Each verse is written on plaques and

mounted on rocks by the riverside.

The initiative was the brainchild of a group of Springlands School students who decided they wanted to spread a conservation message and help preserve the river.

Among them were Yazmin Shipley, now 12, who says it is great to see the tradition live on.

“I’m very happy and excited to see the latest poem,” she said, and added that she hopes she will be visiting the Writers’ Walk with her own children some day.

The walk has been strongly supported

by Mayor Alistair Sowman and council’s environmental educator, Ali Kay. The rocks are donated by council and the engraving of the poems is done by Geoffrey T Sowman Funeral Directors.

A brochure outlining the project will soon be available at the iSite, making it an official Marlborough tourist attraction.

Party showcases improved village

By Kristy Martin Everybody loves a Kombi.

This is the reason why Jeff Fulton, owner of the Vines Village on Rapaura Road, is keen to show them off at tomorrow’s Party in the Vines.

A VW Kombi van display will be just one of the many features of the event, including market stalls, bouncy castles, a BBQ hosted by Rapaura School, wine tastings and live music from the Dead Parrots and Marlborough Sounds Barbershop Choir.

Santa will even make an appearance.

“It’s a family friendly Christmas party,” says Jeff.

“We’ve got things for under fives right up to grandmothers.”

Jeff bought the property with his brother, Tim, back in April after moving to Marlborough from Christchurch with his family. (Tim is based in Wellington).

“I think it’s got massive potential for catering to families, where we realised there was a bit of a gap in the market,” said Jeff, a father of two.

The Christmas Party is designed to be a “soft launch”, showcasing all the recent changes made to the village, including new businesses, free wifi, a dog parking area and purpose-built playground.

In the near future, the development will also include an ampitheatre, sports ground and labyrinth.

The Party in the Vines runs from 4pm-8pm.

Riverlands student Yasmin Burdis, left, with her poem selected for the Taylor River Writers' Walk. With her is Yazmin Shipley, one of the Springlands students who initiated the walk back in 2010.

Saying no to domestic violence

By Kristy Martin fore members of the police, hally School kapa haka Ma rlborough Mayor the Marlborough Violence display, plus a host of other A lista ir Sowma n has Intervention Project and festivities. joined other mayors across representatives from other Community groups volNew Zealand in signing key community groups. unteering on the day will the White Ribbon pledge White Ribbon Day, an include Barnados, Ngati never to commit or condone international movement Rar ua Tane Ora Proviolence towards women. that condemns men’s vio- gramme, Rotary, Westpac He has also vowed to lence towards women, will and local police. never remain silent on the be held this Friday, with The Marlborough Vioissue. a range of activities being lence Intervention Project Mr Sowman kicked off held in the Forum from will be raising funds for the White Ribbon aware- 10am-2pm. safety alarms for at risk ness week on Monday with There will be a bouncy families in the Marlborthe signing of the pledge be- castle, sausage sizzle, Bo- ough-Kaikoura district.

Left: Marlborough Mayor Alistair Sowman signs the White Ribbon anti-violence pledge before Community Constable Russell Smith and Nathan Harmon from the Marlborough Violence Intervention Project.

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Beekeeping policy for council Earlier this year, Marlborough Roads brought an item to the MDC’s Assets and Services Committee describing a number of complaints , especially in the Kenepuru area, about beehives placed on road reserves without approval from council or Marlborough Roads.

The suggested policy went back to the committee on Tuesday. It will be discussed with key stakeholders before going to council.

It includes requirements that hives on road reserves be registered and those doing so must be members of the Marlborough Beekeepers’ Association. Prior approval must me sought from Marlborough roads and neighbours.

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

Q: What would be your ultimate Christmas present?

Amber Beswick Blenheim

Carla Gray Blenheim

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Brian Ward Blenheim

Kevin Halliday Blenheim

A new car. I’d love a silver Mazda RX8.

A trip to Australia with my family. My brother and mum live on the Gold Coast so I’d love to go for a visit.

A trip to Paris. I’ve never been and I have always wanted to go.

A Fat Bike. We’ve just been to Hanmer Springs and rode them and they were lots of fun. You can ride on gravel, sand and mud.

A big trampoline because it would be fun and I could jump really high.

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Understanding Dear Ed, I can understand why pagans recognize xmas, the occasion originally being their winter solstice observance, the existing paraphernalia of trees and decoration deriving from their practices.

I can understand why Christians embrace xmas. though deluded that the date represents Christ’s birthday when the best estimates place it around March-April, possibly remaining obscure because Christ placed no merit upon its celebration, the solstice being adopted by the church in an effort to detract from the pagan observance in its early campaign to convert Europe, by why on earth do atheists get excited about xmas!

Walter Hilhorst

Barrier banter Dear Ed, What bright spark decided to barrier SH1 between Picton and Blenheim?

Is this so when we crash, because of the roads being substandard, these are supposed to save us?

These barriers are going to be more of a hindrance than an advantage.

Then we can play the blame game.

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Ranui thanks Dear Ed, I was very pleased to read the story about Ranui House in the Wed Sun (Nov 20).

Two years ago my husband was transferred from Wairau to ICU in CHCH in the early hours of the morning.

Later that day I was taken over to Ranui. It’s only a short walk from the hospital.

Alison Nicol and her staff are wonderful people.

The apartment I stayed in was indeed a “Home away from Home,” that’s what they like to call it.

Bone marrow families can stay there for months.

Just like Jim, I didn’t know such a lovely place existed.

In 2011 six per cent of the occupants were from Marlborough.

It would be great if we could donate to help with the refurbishments.

Irene Webster

Asset sales referendum Dear Ed, Asset sales gets airily dismissed by Prime Minister John Key who reckons he’s got a mandate and majority. He cannot count.

National got a minority vote - below 50%. It is only propped up by lame ducks in the Maori and United Future

parties.

Key’s attitude in saying he will not take notice of the referendum. Key does not like democracy and does not care for public opinion.

So vote in the referendum and hopefully you will vote “no” to asset sales.

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Fireworks control Dear Ed, When is the Marlborough District Council going to do something about fireworks? Here we are, last Saturday, 18 days after Guy Fawkes with fireworks still going off with bangs, frightening pets and disturbing the peace.

I say ban the sale of fireworks, have the one community display on Guy Fawkes night and that’s it.

Come on, MDC, get off your butts.

Weary Willie

Asset sales Dear Ed, I don’t recall PM John Key asking if he could sell my property share in public assets.

This is a repeat of Roger Douglas’s crazed asset sales in the 198os. The Key government is Rogernomics reborn.

The Key government is only in Parliament by one seat with support from a couple of minor “turkey” parties. That is not a mandate.

I hope the public in the referendum show they care and vote. Not caring and not voting opens up the way for bad government.

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An international treasure saved from destruction Chris Brown of Picton talks to Glenise Dreaver about saving the Edwin Fox, and new moves to preserve it.

Picton’s historical vessel the Edwin Fox is to be moorings soon failed and it keeled over, causing handed over to the newly-formed Marlborough more damage.

Historical Trust “lock, stock and barrel,” says It was also plundered, the deck timbers and Chris Brown. The papers are, he says, ready the beams stolen. “They took chain saws to and waiting to be signed. it. In another five years it wouldn’t have been “This boat will be preserved in perpetuity.” saveable.”

Picton is now the permanent home of the Chris’s practical experience as a paua diver ninth oldest ship in the world, launched in 1853. (and in establishing the major local industry It is also the oldest merchant vessel ship ever Marlborough Seafoods) proved vital. preserved. The saving of this internationallyThe navy surveyed the 300 tonne vessel, with recognised maritime treasure is the result of its 400 tonnes of ballast. years of volunteer labour, community donations “They said its back was broken and it couldn’t of time and services, and sheer be floated,” Chris recalled. persistence.

He dived to have a look.

There is now an air of relief “I thought ‘No’. That’s not “This boat will about Chris, who has been for right’.” years alternating as an office Harry believed him and a year be preserved holder and president of the later he and Chris began again. in perpetuity” Edwin Fox Society, along with Working with the Marlborough his responsibility for the safety Harbour Board, they were grantof the ship. ed a safe site and Chris dived to That last task was picked up as a deathbed plug the holes. promise to Harry Stace, who died at about the “Then I got a big pump and floated it, on my time Chris was floating the ship. own, with the ballast in it”.

He has worked for countless hours over many He did the job on the king spring tide. years on that, and other volunteers have conThe next stage was plugging the “colossal” tributed “years” of work in total, he says. Local leaks underneath before moving it. businesses have also donated time and materials Picton began to embrace the ship, locals keepfor nothing, or at minimal cost. ing their eye on it.

This vessel carried immigrants to many Local businesses like Kenny Barging offered places and he says 10,000 New Zealanders are huge amounts of help too. probably descended from its migrant list. It has As well as the building of the dry dock and also been a convict ship and a merchant ship. museum building, there is now a convict cell Dunedin, then Picton-based, and with early and first class and steerage cabins. refrigeration equipment fitted, it supported the It earns, says Chris about $70,000 a year, with early development of our trade in meat and dairy $50,000 output in wages and costs. products, making it one of the most significant “It would be very easy to run it broke. And artefacts in New Zealand’s history, he says.

If you get the wrong people in a small group The end of the vessel’s useful life came after they’ll bugger it.” it was used as a coal hulk moored beside the old Therefore, the transfer of the $2m plus of Picton Freezing Works, then abandoned. assets from The Edwin Fox Trust Board to the Years later, its international significance was Marlborough Heritage Trust is what will ensure recognised, but the first attempt to save it to a the vessel’s future “ in perpetuity”, says Chris. place on the Picton Foreshore failed.

He’s clear though that while Picton has held “That was never going to work,” says Chris. the vessel, and in the last two decades at least It was then moored in Shakespeare Bay for treasured it, it is a treasure that belongs to the about 19 years. Battered by wind and tides, its world.

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Prestigious architecture awards Marlborough’s Pak‘n Save supermarket, designed by Wilkie + Bruce Registered Ukaipo-Rangitane Cultural Centre in Grove- Architects, signifies a new chapter in the town and the Marlborough Lines Stadium history of the local Maori people.

2000 will all be considered in the prestigious Made up of a series of sheds that appear New Zealand Architecture to float above the ground, the Awards, to be announced centre has become a “place in May next year.

The new aquatic of nurturing”. The building is These commercial build“fine example of inclusive centre allows for aarchitecture,” ings have progressed to the the jury said. top tier of the annual Archi- “social interaction The Blenheim Pak‘n Save tecture Awards programme supermarket also played an and promoting after recently being recogimportant role in the local a sense of nised at a local level. community.

Architectural projects Designed by Dunedin’s Mccommunity” celebrating community and Coy and Wixon Architects, honouring New Zealand the building’s material palette culture were among the incorporates stone gabions, winners of this year’s Nelson/Marlborough timber slats and stainless-steel mesh screens Architecture Awards, announced in Nelson to acknowledge the site on which it stands. in October.

The jury said this supermarket “sets new Convenor of the jury, Nelson architect John standards of environmental control” in its Palmer, said it was a “privilege” to experi- incorporation of software that monitors and ence the consistently high standard of entries. fine-tunes energy use.

Mr Palmer observed that many of the 13 The new aquatic centre at the Marlborough winners in the local awards – an official, Lines Stadium 2000, designed by Warren peer-reviewed programme run by the New and Mahoney Architects, achieved a design Zealand Institute of Architects – were that allows for “social interaction and prodesigned by architects based in other parts moting a sense of community”, the jury said. of the country, which was “healthy for the Mr Palmer said it was good to see buildings local industry.” such as the new aquatic centre “becoming Architecture bringing people together was hubs of activity”. a common theme of the projects recognised Leslie House in Fairhall and Sisson House – in the awards’ commercial category.

Stage 2 in Renwick were among the winners The Ukaipo-Rangitane Cultural Centre, in the housing category.

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International Volunteer Day

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Volunteers are not paid .... not because they are worthless but because they are priceless!

December 5, 2013 will be a day for celebrating volunteers not only here in Marlborough, but all throughout the world.

Together we will pay tribute to the tireless efforts and unique contribution of all volunteers who dedicate their time and expertise to aid the community.

Want to do something worthwhile? Volunteer today!

Volunteer Marlborough matches people across the Marlborough region to roles that are both fulfilling and contribute to the wellbeing of our community with more than 110 Community groups.

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Roles are available online at www.volunteernow.org.nz/jobs/ Register and then you can search and shortlist roles for contact information for your chosen opportunity.

Volunteer feels “huge” sense of reward Story and photo

by Celeste Lodewyk “If it wasn’t for volunteers many organisations wouldn’t manage, we all play an important role,” Alzheimers Marlborough volunteer Bev Imbs said.

Blenheim woman Bev is one of many special people in Marlborough who volunteer their time to help others.

Bev volunteers at Alzheimers Marlborough’s Forget-Me-Not club where she collects ‘clients’ from their homes and brings them to the club’s day programmes.

She then spends time helping where she can with everything from serving morning tea through to helping with numerous activities.

Her inspiration to volunteer came from a family member who himself had developed dementia.

“My brother Tom was only young when he developed dementia before

passing away in his 69th year.

“His wife asked if I would like to volunteer at the Forget-Me-Not club where Tom went which I was more than happy to do.

“I have thoroughly enjoyed my time there as I love helping elderly people and everyone is so friendly and caring there,” she said.

An important aspect of volunteering at the club, according to Bev, is being able to give carers and family members time to “have a break”.

“I have seen first hand how important it is for carers to have a break, so for me as a volunteer I feel a huge sense of reward knowing I am helping both the clients and the families.

“I highly recommend that people take up some form of volunteering and if you are interested in helping out at the Forget-Me-Not club, you would be warmly welcomed,” she Alzheimers Marlborough volunteer Bev Imbs. said.

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International Volunteer Day The Sun asked three Blenheim volunteers what they enjoy most about volunteering

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Alzheimers Marlborough Raise your hand up and pat yourself on the back if you are an Alzheimers Marlborough Volunteer.

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“Making life better for all people with Dementia” Time: the most precious gift Bev Dixon Blenheim I have been volunteering in Blenheim for 11years, and many years before when I lived in Christchurch. It’s part of my life and a true pleasure to give to others.

Diana Elliott Blenheim The rewards of volunteering make it worthwhile. Helping families and overseas workers is why I really enjoy my role as manager of PAMS. I have been there 20 years and have met so many nice people.

Salvation Army volunteer awarded The Department of Corrections has acknowledged the support and contribution of Blenheim Salvation Army to reducing re-offending and supporting offenders in the community at a recent ceremony.

On behalf of Corrections, Marlborough Mayor Alistair Sowman visited the Blenheim Community Corrections Service Centre to present Lieutenant Lachlan Marshall of the Blenheim Salvation Army with a Volunteer Salvation Army Lieutenant Lachlan Marshall (left) was presented Recognition Award. with a volunteer recognition award by Mayor Alistair Sowman and Service Centre Manager Nathan Blenheim Service Centre Manager Nathan Harmon.

Harmon nominated Lieutenant Marshall for the award for his on- anything from community work, tion and community support are essential to an offender’s ability going and unconditional support. home detention or parole.

“Lachlan takes offenders on to make a lasting change in their “He provides invaluable support to offenders who are down on to agency placements without life and break the cycle of retheir luck, whether they need a question and more often than not offending.

“It is people in the community, warm bed, something to eat or provides them with knowledge, a transport to comply with their different perspective and a more like Lachlan, who make this posconstructive direction by the time sible. He has been a great supsentence,” Mr Harmon said.

The Blenheim Service Centre they have finished their sentence,” porter of offenders and the work of Corrections in the region and manages an average of 350 people Mr Harmon said.

“We know through our research is a very worthy recipient of this serving a community based sentence or order. This could be that employment, accommoda- award,” Mr Harmon said.

Marlborough Stroke Club wishes to thank our wonderful, hard working volunteers, without whom we would not be able to function and the stroke community would be that much the poorer.

Among other things they are drivers, bakers of cakes, sellers of raffles, listening ears, organizers of entertainment, and most importantly providers of friendship and care to our members. We welcome new volunteers.

St John volunteers’ time is what keeps us going each year in communities across New Zealand.

Doris Rae Blenheim I volunteer to help people.

You meet so many nice people and it’s a nice way to spend time helping others.

Thank you all for your dedication, service, commitment, passion, enthusiasm, motivation, hard work - and your time!

International Volunteer Day 5 December 2013

Volunteering is giving of your time freely and without expectation of reward, but the rewards are plentiful when you do volunteer!

Learning new skills, meeting new friends, contributing to your community and making the world a better place are just a few.

Volunteering can also help those seeking paid employment, is a great way for newcomers to integrate into their communities and is also a good way to stay active and healthy and prevent social isolation.

Did you know, Volunteer Marlborough offers volunteer recognition through Volunteer of the Month, by presenting a bouquet of flowers to a nominated volunteer. Please let us know if you have or know of a volunteer that deserves an extra pat on the back.Contact us on 577 9388 or email vm@volunteermarlborough.org.nz or visit us at 21 Henry St between 10am and 2pm.

Check out the website www.volunteermarlborough.org.nz to find or register volunteer opportunities within Marlborough.

Volunteer Marlborough will like to take this opportunity to thank all the fantastic people that give freely of their time and talents to make the Marlborough Community what it is.

Please accept a virtual bunch of flowers from us!

Happy International Volunteer Day!

Thank you to our volunteers

Volunteers provide the backbone for many of this region’s community organisations and services and it’s very important that they’re acknowledged and thanked.

I’d particularly like to recognise the volunteers who make dedicated contributions to many activities and events in partnership with the District Council.

CELEBRATING OUR VOLUNTEERS We celebrate and thank our volunteers who play a vital role in assisting the Cancer Society in so many ways.

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Our rural fire fighters, coastguard members and civil defence emergency teams. The impact of the Seddon-Ward earthquake would have been even worse without you all.

Our environmental volunteers, young and old, have done wonderful work alongside Council staff, landscaping along the Taylor River, for example, and the Library has a very supportive group of volunteer ‘friends’ who help our busy library staff. Others give their time by working through our Older Persons Forum and the Marlborough Youth Council.

Then there are the volunteers who give hours to the public amenities like the Millennium Art Gallery and Brayshaw Park, and the army of volunteers who enable the district to host events like the A&P Show and Nelmac Garden Marlborough --- you are the people who are helping to make Marlborough such a great place to live.

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Tempo concert supports toy appeal Zoe Luffman playing piano at last year's Tempo Christmas concert.

All the wonder and excitement of Christmas is being celebrated this Friday in a very special charity concert held by Tempo at the Wesley Centre.

The concert is being held to benefit the Salvation Army’s Annual Toy appeal. Entry to the concert is simply an unwrapped gift for children of all ages.

Around 30 young performers will be performing a magical lineup of music

with a variety of instruments.

Performers include trio Barbara Song, Caitlin Morris and Abbey Burns as well as Hadley Anderson, Annabelle Lewis, Michael Ruffell and Olivia Burns to name just a few.

Supper will be provided following the concert and there will be gifts for children.

The concert is being held from 7pm.

Enviro art urges kids to go green

By Kristy Martin A new sculpture at Springlands School has been designed to represent the school community and its people’s desire to look after their environment and each other.

The sculpture, titled “Sustain-Ability”, was designed by 10 students and one teacher and is engraved with the words “Toitue to marae a Tane”.

Toitu marae a Tane, Toitu te marae

a Tangaroa, Toitu te Iwi loosely translates to “If the world of all living things on land endures, If the world of lakes, rivers and the sea endures, The people will endure”.

Aaron Black, a winery engineer, made the sculpture from mostly recycled materials, with the held of his wife Cheryl and two sons Joshua, 9, and Tyler, 7, who are both Springlands students.

Temperance Ekdahl-Rodgers,3, and Charlotte Inwood, 3, enjoying the climbing frame.

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A new Sustain-Ability sculpture, designed by the students, was unveiled at Springlands School last week. It was revealed as part of the school's Go Green enviro day on Friday. Pictured are Cheyenne Lock, 11, Charlotte Hobson, 9 and Georgia Morrison, 9.

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Zuppa in Charles Street has changed hands. The original owners Joe and Diana Johnstone, formerly of Figaros, will re-open the cafe on Monday with the new name, “The Depot” once the renovations and new decor have been completed.

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CABREDO: Brom and Letitia are pleased to announce the early but safe arrival of their first baby girl, Isabella Marie Cabredo (5lb 11oz) born November 16, 2013 at 5:06am at Wairau Hospital. Special thanks to midwife Marion Preston and all the staff of Ward One and Ward Two. Both well.

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Jane Pearce and Warren Ingram, both from Blenheim, were married recently at The Old Barn, Riverlands, by Pastor John Etheredge of Blenheim. Don Kelly Photography.

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Annual vaccinations are necessary to maintain optimum level of protection.

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Caring for your new best friend Congratulations, you’ve added a companion animal to your life!

Like a child, your pet will depend on you for everything, nourishment, medical attention, exercise and safety.

You will want to make sure you give them the best care possible.

Illness: When a beloved pet seems a bit “off,” it might be more than just a bad day.

It could be a sign of mild sick-

ness or a more serious illness.

Keep in mind that animals will generally attempt to mask signs of illness. Be aware that any subtle change in your pet’s appearance or behavior could indicate illness.

All signs of illness should be checked by a veterinarian as soon as possible.

Grooming: Grooming is an important part of caring for your pet and keeping him or her healthy.

Both cats and dogs need

regular brushing, and animals with longer hair (e.g. poodles, Yorkshire terriers) require frequent trips to a professional groomer.

Fur that becomes matted can cause serious health issues for your pet. Dirt and oils can accumulate under mats and cause painful skin infections, and the mats themselves can be painful as they pull and stretch the skin underneath. Severe matting can even affect your pet’s ability to see, walk and eat normally.

Pets also require regular nail trims. For dogs and cats, long nails can become painful and interfere with their ability to walk.

Talk to your local friendly pet groomer for advice and information.

With love, commitment and proper care, your pet will grow up safe and healthy and will enrich every aspect of your life.

May you enjoy every moment that you share with your new best friend!

*Qualified Dog Groomer *Specializing in smaller breeds. *Reasonable rates. *Weekend appointments available For an appointment phone Carolyn Harrison 5778573.

Piper Alexander (4) with her best mate ‘Chopper’.

• Councils objective - is to encourage responsible dog ownership that allows owners to enjoy their dogs without infringing on the enjoyment and safety of others.

• Council recognises - that the majority of dog owners are responsible and that most interaction between dogs and the public is positive.

• Council reminds - all dog owners must keep their dogs under control at all times.

• Control means - that the dog is not causing a nuisance or danger and that the owner of the dog is able to obtain an immediate and desired response from the dog by use of a leash, voice commands, hand signals, whistle of other effective means.

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Mitre10 MEGA “M” themed Christmas Party Staff enjoyed last Friday evening celebrating the festive season. Photos supplied.

 Robyn Bishell with Bob and Cheryl Marsden.

 Mexican Bandits Jason Allen and Hayden McGregor.

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 Tracey Williams as Mis s Masquerade.

Miss Mis-match alias Katrine Gleeson.

 Minnie Mouse alias Catherine Redward.

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 Jessica Rush as a magician and Miss Marlborough Express, Marion Dolan.

Beyond the Fringe Redwood hosted a shave-off to fundraise for cure kids last Wednesday.

Francis Smith prepares to  Tasman Makos player  Mike Gray goes under the shaver Courtney Stevenson and have his head shaved by n. tow od wo for a donation to Cure Kids. d the Fringe Red Sammie Bryce of Beyon

 Even Mayor Alistair Sow man has a trim in suppo rt of Cure Kids. He is pictur ed with Vanessa Foster and Courtney Stevenson of Beyond the Fringe Redwoodtown.

 Jason Molony is sh aved

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community notices

The Community Noticeboard is for non-profit organisations.

For $10.00 you can publish up to 25 words. No AGMS, sporting notices or special meetings. Community Notices must be pre-paid.

Call into our office at 72 High Street, Blenheim

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

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.

for sale! Open Monday to Friday 9am - noon at Bread of Life 14b Stephenson St Ph 577-5423.

November 30 9am-1pm at Havelock Domain Sites available. Ph Ian 574 2558.

Hospice Shop Redwoodtown Christmas has come to the Hospice Shop, stock up on your Christmas gifts/decorations including a lovely range range of wreaths and more.

The Blue Door - Open Monday to Friday 9.00am - 3.30pm. Saturday 9.00am - 2pm.

Items surplus to your requirements we would gladly accept. We can deliver. Phone 579 4353.

community services 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.

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)

• 150 Seat Mayfield Chapel • Sowman Catering Lounge • Marlborough’s only cremation facility • FDANZ Pre-pay and pre-planning funeral options

24 HOUR SERVICE PHONE 578 4719 Cnr Hutcheson & Parker Sts www.sowmans.co.nz

Marlborough After Hours GP Services: Ambulance: Urgent 111.

BARRETT, Stuart John (Stu): On November 22 2013. In his 75th year. Dearly loved husband of Anne and loved father and father-in-law of Joanne Park, John and Rachele, Raewyn and Pete Buscke and Peter and loving grandad of Aimee and Stephen, Ellen and Amber and Maddison. In accordance with Stu’s wishes a private cremation has been held. Messages to 1738 Queen Charlotte Drive RD 1 Picton 7281.

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

Sheets'n'Things - Good used linen

Tempo - Christmas Extravaganza Charity Concert for Salvation Army Toy Appeal Friday 29 November 7pm Wesley Centre See talented youth perform, supper provided Entry unwrapped gift.

Havelock Lions Club Market Day

death notices

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Alzheimers Society Marlborough: 577 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.

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.

HAMMOND, James Graham Kenneth (Jim): It is with great heartbreak and sadness we announce, due to a tragic accident, the death of Jim. He died at home on Saturday November 23 2013. Aged 62 years. Precious husband of Kathy (Kathleen), much loved Dad of Jackie and David Simmons, Kerry, Daniel and Kelly, William and Kristen.

Adored Pop of Harris (Harry), Maddison, Oliver, Lucas and Seth. Loved by his extended family, friends and workmates. Messages to 2A Murphys Rd Blenheim 7201. A service for Jim will be held at the Church of the Nativity, Alfred Street, at 1 pm Thursday November 28 followed by private cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.

GEOFFREY T SOWMAN BLENHEIM FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz KING, Kim Leigh: On November 21 2013 peacefully, at Hospice Marlborough, surrounded by her family. Aged 50 years. Loved daughter of Sissy and the late Daniel Hapakuku, and stepdaughter of Hapi. Loved Mum of Pourewa, Tania, Caseyleigh and Kawana, and their families.

Special soulmate of Robert. At Kim’s request, a private cremation has taken place.

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

WANDS, Martha: Peacefully, on Thursday November 21 2013 at Wairau Hospital. In her 91st year. Dearly loved wife of the late Bob, very much loved mother of Bobbie and Jock Glennie.

Adored Granny of Kathryn and Michael Wilson (Wellington). Messages to 13 Westhaven Place, Blenheim 7201. A private funeral service was held this day.

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

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Service agents for all the major brands.

Repairers & Installers of TV’s, Home Theatres, DVD’s, Stereos and small appliances.

Suppliers & Installers for Freeview, Motorhome portable dish kits, Sky Commercial Qualified Technicians Contact Rod Thompson Ph. 578 8410 or 027 201 6447

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DINGHIES, new inflatable top quality 2.5m $899, 2.7m run-out prices $999. Powerboat Centre, 72 Grove Road.

Double divan bed futon bed sofa and mahogany writing desk. Ph 578 8992.

EARLY Shoppers get best choices of the new summer stock, fresh goodies have arrived!

Powerboat Centre, 72 Grove Road.

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boating INFLATABLE lifejackets, Hutchwilco flat style.

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UNBLIEVABLY low prices on new outboard motors 2.5hp to 90hp, 3 year warranty! Powerboat Centre, 72 Grove Road.

WATE R S P O R T S Equipment - new range now in stock. Powerboat Centre, 72 Grove Road.

to let HOUSE TO RENT, 2 lounges 3 bedrooms not suitable for young children or pets Month to month neg rent ph 021 436 357.

T ownhouse unit, garage,private grounds, 2 bdrm,open plan,fully insulated, heat pump,Suit older /retired couple,Blen close to CBD. $265/week plus bond. Phone 573 8058 or 027 241 6915 no texts.

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, Foot, Hand and Auricular. Call to arrange a treatment. Phone 03 574 1255.

The Sun public notice FOXY LADY CRUISES Havelock Marlborough 60ft of FUN. Work Xmas Parties, Overnight Cruise, Kayak Cruise, Fishing Trips, BBQ Cruise Catered or Self Catered, BYO. Phone Susanne 0274 389866 www.foxyladycruises.co.nz.

SUMMER hours now at Powerboat Centre, 72 Grove Road. Mon-Fri 8 to 5.30, Sat 9 to 1pm. Phone 578-0569, AH 21-328-241.

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PAINTING & DECORATING Need paintingwallpapering-spraying or just some water blasting to tidy things up, call Merv Scott for your free quote.

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Mob: Merv 021 669 666

NEED office space? to lease Approx 200 m2 Central Blenheim High foot traffic.

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Phone Rebecca 0274 835 776

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BURNLEA GARDENS

Garden Tours • Wedding Ceremonies Gift & Garden Shop OPEN: Sat & Sun 11 am till 4 pm or by appointment. Entry $10 pp.

130 O’Dwyers Road, RD3, Rapaura Ph 03 570 2089 or 021 222 4544 www.burnleagardens.co.nz

Second Hand On Main Fisher & Paykel Fridge $195 Stunning Carved Wooden and Glass Wall Unit $895 Cupboard or Convert to Wardrobe was $395 now $370 Single Sleepmaker Base & Mattress $150 Assorted Wooden Towel rails $95 Wooden Hutch Dresser with Mirror was $695 now $495 Natural Coloured Jute Mat(W1830xL2850) $150 Lots of Small Coffee Tables $15-$65 Assorted Wooden Tea Trolleys $85-$115

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Would like to thank the following companies for helping create the most successful event to date AM/PM Pluming and Gas Ltd Arm the Reckless Astrolabe Wines Beyond the fringe Bikefit Marlborough Blast Entertainment Blenheim Canine Obedience Club Blenheim Police Blue Rock Ltd Brancott Estate Cinnamon House Design Classic Hits Countdown Crafar Crouch Dalley’s Dunnies Dave Rees Painters and Decorators Delta Wines and Staete Landt Dodson Street Bistro Dog Point Vineyards Drylands Duncan McKenzie Edward Gibbon First National Mark Stevenson Forrest Wines Gill Construction Guides Marlborough Hair by Kardos Heather Richards

Interislander K A Electrical Ltd Lisa and Warwick Lissaman Mango Restaurant Marlborough A & P Association Marlborough Aero Club Marlborough Football Marlborough Lines Marlborough Tractor services Matthews Mechanical Mega Mitre 10 NZ Fire Service PAE Pak n Save Pataka The foodstore-fine foods of Aotearoa Phillip Rayner, Kelvin Holdaway and the pyro team Prosper (Paul and Robyn Fuller) Sollys Lollies The Blenheim Sun The Dead Parrots The Honey Company Theodore family Tinpot Hut Wines Top of the South Top Town Cinemas UFS pharmacy Westpac Bank Whittakers

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Renwick students want to earn money for Christmas?

022 018 2470 FESTIVE SEASON PASSENGER SERVICE • Day or Evening • Reasonable Rates Groups of 2-4, 6, 8-10 – Charter Groups – 19 www.yourlocalchauffeur.co.nz

Practice yoga in a safe environment with an internationally qualified and Yoga Alliance International registered teacher.

Alignment Workshop Saturday 30th November at 11.00am Learn how to align your body, keep yourself safe and maximise your asana with the least amount of wear and tear on the body.

Weekly Yoga Classes Commencing Monday 2nd December General Yoga Suitable for everyone, especially beginners and those with intermediate experience.

Monday Friday

9.30am – 11.00am 5.00pm – 6.30pm

Vinyasa Yoga A dynamic flowing sequence of asana.

Suitable for those with a base level of fitness or some yoga experience.

Wednesday Saturday

Wednesday

In accordance with the governing Deed and S100 of the Electricity Industry Act 2010 the Trust’s Annual Reports and Financial Statements for the year ending 31 March 2013 will be available from 29th November at the offices of Blenheim Accounting & Taxation Services Ltd, 36 Maxwell Rd, Blenheim (office hours 9am5pm, Monday to Friday).

B J Munro Trust Secretary

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.

11.30am – 12.15pm

Classes held at Studio 88, 1 Alana Place For further information contact Sharon on 021 981 135 blenheimyoga@gmail.com

situations vacant

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.

• Enable general public discussion and information to beneficiaries of the Trust.

Call Liz on 577 7868

Yoga Nidra A form of guided meditation suitable for everyone. Rests the body and relaxes the mind. Great for stress management.

The Marlborough Electric Power Trust advises that it will be holding its Annual Public meeting on

• Confirm appointment of auditor.

9.30am – 11.00am 11.00am – 12.30pm

VINEYARD SUPERVISOR

The meeting is to: • Report on the operation of the Trust and the Company during the preceding financial year and on the financial statements of the Trust and the Company for the financial year ended 31 March 2013.

We urgently require permanent and part time deliverers in your area. Must be available Wednesday & Friday.

BLENHEIM YOGA

Notice of Annual Public Meeting Friday 6th December 2013 at 10.00am, to be held at the St John Building, 93 Seymour St.

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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

Vegetation Coordinator Marlborough Lines is a progressive electrical business providing high quality services to the Marlborough region.

We have a vacancy for a Vegetation Coordinator to inspect our network and identify trees that are close to power lines, or have the potential to damage the network or interrupt power supply.

Primarily the duties of this position include:  Patrolling and inspecting specified areas of our network and identifying vegetation that is in close proximity to power lines.  Consultation with property owners.  Coordinating vegetation control work with arborists.

We are looking for someone with good customer service and communication skills, along with proven arboriculture/horticulture experience, including tree identification. Some knowledge of the electricity industry would be an advantage but is not essential as training will be provided.

If you feel you have the skills we seek and desire a change of employment then please download a job description and application form from our website www.marlboroughlines.co.nz. Alternatively you can email us at info@linesmarl.co.nz or contact our reception on 03 577 7007. Completed applications and CVs should be returned to: Vegetation Manager Marlborough Lines Ltd PO Box 144 Blenheim 7240 Applications close Friday 13 December 2013

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Christmas concert

Custom Copy manager Phil Elvy and Employment Support Marlborough trust chairman David Hall.

Employment scheme renamed The Marlborough Singers are holding two Celebrate Christmas concerts at the Wesley Centre in Blenheim this weekend.

The concerts will feature songs and carols plus Schubert’s Mass in G with soloists Antonia Selby, Isaac van Velthooven and Hadley Anderson accompanied by string orchestra.

The concerts will be held at 7.30pm on Saturday and 2pm on Sunday.

Tickets are $10, available at Cresswells Shoes on Market Street.

By Glenise Dreaver The Marlborough Employment Enterprise Trust has found its name was “too much of a mouthful,” says trust chairman David Hall.

So they are re-launching their operation, which mainly provides support for apprentices during their training, under the new name of Employment Support Marlborough.

Their main programme is the Ailsa Litchfield Apprenticeship Grant Scheme which

helps apprentices facing financial hardship. The scheme ensure that these apprentices can receive help to buy tools or pay course fees.

And they have a second scheme called Building Better Employees, which enables tradespeople to upskill.

“For example, if a truck driver needs to get a higher level licence for bigger trucks, that will help them to earn more.”

The trust, established in 1987, is largely self-funded

because in 1998, they set up and still operate Custom Copy.

“It’s not an easy business to be in but we have a very good manager, Phil Elvy, said David.

“It is run very, very tightly.”

Over the last six years, the trust has disbursed over $105,000 to their own two schemes, as well as making other community grants to such enterprises as Project K and Cactus Kids in Blenheim and Picton.

Staff using visitor carparks Yesterday, the final meeting of the old Nelson Marlborough District Health Board, considered a report to resolve the contentious issue of staff parking in visitor carparks.

The board’s latest Broadsheet said one option was that parking charges could be introduced, not

as a revenue stream, but to give visitors access to parking close to the hospital.

As they no longer have access to the New Zealand Transport Agency registration database they can no longer determine whether a car is registered to a staff member and ask

them to shift it if so.

While orderlies monitor the car parks, the board letter says this does not appear to deter staff from using the patient car parking.

One option is that they may have to start charging for parking if staff keep doing this.

Heartfelt thanks

By Celeste Lodewyk One month ago the Sun ran a story about Blenheim woman Mary Hart who was appealing for donations of items for foster children.

Mary is co-ordinator for Foster Hope’s ‘Kits for Kids’, a charitable organisation.

The response to Mary’s appeal came in thick and fast and thanks to the generosity of the community a huge amount of clothing, gifts and toiletries have been collected.

“I could sit down and cry, people have been so generous.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart,” Mary said.

Many donations were made to the Sun office while others came from Westmount School and Redwoodtown Pharmacy.

PAMS made a cash donation so Mary could buy clothing from the Warehouse Blenheim store which also came on board by providing Mary with a discount.

“I am confident that I have enough to help children and families through the Christmas period, and already a number of toiletry bags, boxes of clothes and toys have gone out to those in need.

“What I received was so much more than I could ever have anticipated, so thank you to everyone,” Mary said.

If people still wish to make donations they can contact Mary on (03) 578 8864.

Birthday celebrations Shona Crafar, Mary-anne Riwaka, Cathy MacDonald, Liz McElhinney (back) and Ruth Ockey, Gemma McKinney and Viv Broughton were at Dolce Bar and Restaurant last week celebrating Gemma's 65th birthday.

Photo by Celeste Lodewyk

Sun sport

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School’s volleyball Last Fr iday a fter noon Marlborough Volleyball’s Subway Spikers’ and Premiers’ school’s competition played their fifth round for Term 4.

In the Premier Division 3 Grade, Splockers won all three sets against Redwoodtown.

Two Renwick teams, Renwick Diggers and Renwick Strikers faced off in Premier Division 2 Grade, with Diggers winning all three sets.

Subway Fair Play Team of the Week was Bohally E-lemon-ators.

In the Premier Division 1 Grade, Renwick Smashers and Fairhall were fairly evenly matched, though the Smashers did win all three sets

Kings and queens wanted Entry is now open for next year’s King and Queen of the Withers run, to be held on Saturday January 4th, 2014.

The event, a distance of about 10km, starts at the Rifle Range Place Carpark entrance to the Wither Hills Farm Park.

Walkers will start at 7:45am, hybrids start at 8am and runners at 8:30am.

Registration forms are available on the Marlborough Harriers website or on the day at the venue from 7am.

PIGEON RESULTS Conditions on Saturday November 23 were tough for the Blenheim pigeons racing from Timaru.

Liberated at 8am, the birds were expected to complete the distance of 375 km in five hours.

But the warm weather conditions experienced on the fly home made for a hard slog.

The winning bird was recorded in Renwick after flying 6hrs 46 minutes to the loft of Alister Cooper and recorded a speed of just 921.65 meters per minute, Joan Webb of central Blenheim had another very good fly, recording a velocity of 918.65 mpm was only 1 min 20 secs behind the first bird. Third position went to Donald Morrison at Spring Creek recording a velocity of 835.92. Birds all get a spell next weekend in preparation for the big Stewart Island race the following week.

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Olympic dream for rower Robyn Local rower Robyn Munro has her sights firmly set on the 2016 Olympics.

Robyn has been busy training at the Central Region Performance Centre in Blenheim, which is set up to assist high performance rowing athletes reach the top of their game.

The centre covers the Top of the South, and lower North Island as far as Taranaki.

To become an Olympic athlete takes enormous discipline around the physical training, and Robyn says nutrition is a huge factor also.

“My energy levels would crash under heavy duty training, so I’m working with a nutritionist and she helps me choose food that gives my body what it needs to perform,” Robyn said.

Her diet consists of six small meals a day incorporating energy-giving carbohydrates, high protein, and plenty of the good fats.

New Zealand King Salmon has recently signed on as a product sponsor for Robyn, which she says ties in with her strict perfor-

Rowing champ Robyn Munro is training in Blenheim to improve her chances of reaching the 2016 Olympic Games. Photo supplied.

mance-enhacing diet.

“My nutritionist is a massive fan of salmon because it is a great protein and it has all those

good oils like the Omega-3.

“So I approached King Salmon and they have generously agreed to support me”.

New Zealand King Salmon general manager Jemma McCowan said she was delighted to help Robyn in her aim to get to the Olympics.

She said the company does not sponsor individual athletes but made an exception in Robyn’s case, as she was exactly the right sort of ambassador for the company.

“As a performance athlete, she can talk about all the nutritional benefits of eating salmon, and how she can feel the difference it makes to her performance”.

Robyn is gearing up for a busy summer season of training and competitions, which will include competing in the Marlborough championships on December 7 and 8.

Her big goal of making the 2016 Olympics is well under way, as she has competed in the rowing world championships since 2009.

Winged warriors set for battle Story by Darrell Bate Up to sixteen of Speedway’s premium machines will put everything on the line this Friday evening at Eastern States Speedway as the Tyre General War of the Wings Sprintcar Series hits town.

With two of the 10 round series already completed, the lure of a $60,000 prize pool has drivers already hunting every point down to add to their tally Once behind the wheel of their 800 horsepower lightweight machines, a display of talent is guaranteed.

This weekend’s double header (Saturday evening in Nelson) will see the tight battle between Cromwell’s Jason Scott, Ashburton’s Matt Honeywell and Christchurch’s Ray Baughan and Jamie Duff continue as they fight for the top spot on the table. Scott leads coming into the weekend with a slender fifteen point buffer.

The series, introduced in 1997, has strength-

The 88t car of current series leader Jason Scott blows by Scott Gordon 21i at Woodford Glen last round (November 16). Photo by Brian Hopping.

ened the class in NZ Speedway, taking it from a quite dire situation to today’s healthy competitor numbers.

Sprint Cars are one of the few fully international classes running under the same rulebook throughout the world and is without a doubt the premium drawcard for the sport.

The high powered and ultra lightweight cars are reliant on huge aluminium wings to provide a staggering level of down force allowing for the excessive speed at which they circulate the dirt oval.

The fascination of the fastest show on dirt has seen local Super Saloon driver, Paddy

North join the series and committing to as many rounds as he can around his already busy racing calendar.

He has quickly come to grips with the car he is using for the series He has a great advantage this weekend, being familiar with every inch of both Blenheim and Nelson tracks.

The Sprintcars will race three heats in two groups providing points to establish starting grid positions for a twenty five lap feature to end the night.

Racing kicks off at 7pm at Eastern States Speedway this Friday evening.

FRIDAY 29th November 16 of NZ’s FASTEST CARS

including ex Blackcap NATHAN ASTLE and the LOCAL fastest man on dirt PADDY NORTH racing a sprintcar ADULTS $15  FAMILIES $30  KIDS 5-12 $3  UNDER 5 FREE  MEM/PEN/STU $10  EFTPOS AT THE GATES

Gates open at 6pm

GREEN FLAG DROPS AT 7PM www.EasternStatesSpeedway.net.nz

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These great gift packs give you the option to choose which cream you would like to have.

With a choice from eight of The Honey Collection creams, you can select five to enjoy in this attractive handy pack.

They are great as a gift, travel pack or if you just wanted to try our wonderful range of Active UMF Manuka Honey based products.

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