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In the dog house

By Kristy Martin They say a dog is man’s best friend, and in that case Marita and Richard Winstanley will never be lonely.

The Springlands couple are the proud owners of 16 dogs – Kitty, Gemma, Pepper, Boots, Banjo, Zorro, Chico, Podge, Ebony, Rebel, Cracker, Wave, Tina, Penny, Cherry and Holly.

But while each animal is loved unconditionally, it is not cheap to house a litter this big.

There are the Marlborough District Council dog registration fees, plus the cost of food and vet bills.

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The cost of owning 16 pooches

From the left: Lloyd Bush, Jo Renner, Alastair Hebberd and Jenny Andrews

WE’VE BEEN CARING FOR THE FAMILIES OF MARLBOROUGH SINCE 1869.

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Malayan Veterans’ Day Dozens of people attended yesterday’s Malayan Veterans’ Day service at the war memorial in Seymour Square.

The ceremony was held to mark the cessation of hostilities in the Malayan Emergency.

New Zealand forces served in the 12 years of the Malayan Conflict alongside troops from Malaya, Australia, Rhodesia, Fiji and Britain.

This was the second time Malayan Veterans’ Day has been recognised in Marlborough, after it became a national day across New Zealand back in 2012.

Dozens of people turned out to pay their respects at yesterday's Malayan Veterans' Day service in Seymour Square.

Dog owners pay thousands in vet bills Continued from page 1 To register a dog in Marlborough, the cost is $86, or $57 if the animal is also microchipped, desexed, not classed as dangerous and has not been involved in an offence in the past seven years.

The Winstanleys say because they have so many dogs, they get an instant rebate and only have to pay about $400 for their large brood.

It is a lot better than when they used to own 22 dogs and were paying more than $1300 each year in registration fees.

MDC’s registration fees have been criticised by some members of the community as being too expensive.

One Sun reader pointed out that Southland District’s dog registration fee is just $25.

Marita agrees it could be less.

“There is a big difference between $25 and $86.

“It annoys me because our dogs are never

on the street.

“We take them right out of town to run them so they don’t bother anyone.

“People who aren’t looking after their dogs properly should be the ones paying the higher rates.”

Some of the Winstanleys’ dogs have been bought or bred but most were adopted after becoming unwanted or being mistreated by their past owners.

“I’m a sucker for a little dog that needs a home,” said Marita.

For the Winstanleys, the monetary costs are well worth it.

They only pay about $100 a week for food, after striking a deal with their butcher, and they also do their own grooming for all but two of the pups.

It is the vet bills that are the killer.

“We pay thousands and thousands in vet bills,” Marita explains.

“We’ve had dogs in incubators, sent dogs up to the North Island and over to specialists in Nelson.

“But you’ve got to do what’s best for them.”

The dogs all have their own houses and beds and Marita says they are incredibly well behaved.

“When we watch telly we’ve got about four or five on our laps.

“We never go out to dinner and we haven’t been on a holiday in about 30 years because we don’t want to leave them in the kennels.”

So where will the couple draw the line and stop taking in unwanted dogs?

“We haven’t found that line yet,” Marita says.

“If we had a bigger section we’d have 50.”

MDC dog fees • Local fees have not increased in four years • Marlborough has about 10,000 registered dogs • There are 91 classified dogs • Seven are classified as dangerous • 34 classified as menacing by breed • Marlborough has had 122 reported dog rush/attacks this year

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By Kristy Martin Like many other 12-year-olds, Emily Overend is trying to earn some cash by doing odd jobs for people in her community.

But unlike her peers, Emily has a very different reason for trying to raise the money.

The Picton girl has been selected to compete in the Optimist New Caledonia 2014 national sailing championships in December.

The Queen Charlotte College student placed in the top five 12-year-old sailors at the Optimist New Zealand nationals at Whangaparoa, north of Auckland, back in May. Three weeks ago she got the call to say she had been selected to be part of the dinghy development team in the championships to be held in Noumea from the first week of December.

Emily will be accompanied by her father Jules on the nine-day trip, which is expected to cost about $4500, including airfares, transport, accommodation and coaching. This does not account for food or spending money.

Emily has been offering to mow lawns, stack timber, wash cars and do household cleaning for Picton people in the hope of earning about $50 a week.

So far she has been supported by local businesses Oddies Marine and Beachcomber, who have both offered her work.

“It’s not easy for a 12-year-old to go out and just get any work,” said Emily’s mum, Michelle.

“If she can cover her airfare at least, then she is doing really well.”

Emily, a Year 7 student, will also compete in two regattas in the North Island prior to her international trip.

She began sailing with Queen Charlotte Yacht Club three years ago and says the sport takes concentration and determination.

“In New Caledonia, there is a different kind of wind,” she explains.

“They’ve got really good wind there, and I’m really looking forward to it.”

If you have job for Emily after QCC sailor Emily Overend, 12, is trying to raise money after being school or on weekends, phone 03 selected to go to New Caledonia (background) in December.

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Garage sale A garage sale organised by Waihopai Valley residents is being held this Sunday.

The event will begin at 10am at the Waihopai Valley Community Hall, on Waihopai Valley Road.

There will be goods from 10 households for sale, ranging from household appliances, baby essentials, clothing, home decor and more

Light up Members of the public are being asked to light a candle tonight in accordance with national Loss and Grief Awareness Week.

The lighting of the candle encourages people to remember someone or something important they have lost.

For more details, visit www.grief. org.nz

Drought or downpour - No middle ground for Koromiko

By Adam Poulopoulos Depending where in Koromiko you live at the moment, your water supply is coming either as a drip or a deluge.

Joanne Sullivan and her family have started to conserve water as the level in their hilltop property has become unusually low.

Meanwhile, farmers in lower-lying areas have experienced flooding on more than one occasion this winter, as creeks around their properties have overflown.

The Metservice's Koromiko weather station recorded 82 millimetres of rain in July, and 457 millimetres in June.

Ms Sullivan said it was a strange situaKoromiko resident Joanne Sullivan is hoping for more tion for her family, who live on a lifestyle block served by a 33,000 litre tank. consistent rainfall for the rest of winter.

"We've had three big floods, but we've been going from one extreme to the other.

"It had been about three weeks before Tuesday since we had any decent rain.

"We're totally reliant on rain, and everyone in Koromiko says 'you'll be fine," but it hasn't really been the case.

Mrs Sullivans familyhave been living on the property for three years.

She said her family was "pretty conscious" about water conservation anyway, and they were used to conserving in the summer months.

Now, for the first time in winter, they had limited shower times and washing machine loads, and were using grey water to tend to the garden.

"It'll be interesting to see what August

brings," Ms Sullivan said.

Dairy farmer Richard Tripe said the situation was markedly different for him.

"We've had three one-in-100-year floods in the last nine months. That says it all."

Mr Tripe and his family lease a property near Ms Sullivan's, and he said they had had to send extra stock away for grazing.

"It's impacted us quite badly.

"One of the floods came up on to the road, and that hasn't happened since the Wairau River flood of 1983."

He added the Speeds Road timber bridge, which had stood "forever," had been washed out and dropped about half a metre in one of the storms.

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Business Business inbrief

Raupo to reopen Raupo Cafe, on the banks of the Taylor River, will reopen later today after being closed for refurbishments.

Today is Taryn Gilbert and Stephane Ughetto’s first official day as owners.

They take over from Helen and Marcel Rood.

Wine entries Entries are open for the 2014 World of Wine Art Competition.

The competition is looking for artisitc representation of the Marlborough region, and is open to anyone currently in Marlborough, or who has lived here before.

Entries close on August 31.

For more information email enquiries@ worldofwine.co.nz

Events company makeover Event organisers Marlborough4Fun have given their website a makeover.

The change is to reflect their commitment to organising both community-orientated and commercially-ticketed events.

Marlborough4Fun chief executive Katrina Lange hopes the website helps the organisation to stand out in the competitive marketplace.

The Marlborough4Fun URL has remains the same.

New beauty business up and running

By Adam Poulopoulos After years working as a fashion consultant, it was an interview that fast-tracked Blenheim woman Lisa Thompsett (pictured) into the beauty trade.

Lisa started her new business, Mind, Body and Soul, three months ago.

Operating out of her Elzy Street home, Lisa offers anything from waxes, facials, manicures and massages.

Lisa worked at Farmers in Timaru for several years as a fashion consultant, directly across from her good friends in the beauty section.

She decided she would apply for an introductory beauty course at Aoraki Polytechnic, but said she got

more than she bargained for during her interview with tutor Heleen Craig.

"I went in for the interview, and she talked me out of doing that and doing the full course."

Lisa graduated last year with the excellence award for overall achievement.

After a busy period setting up, Lisa said she felt settled now.

She said as an at-home business, her service was more personal than other businesses, and her commitment to her customers is "I'm very caring. Once the client what sets her apart.

"I pretty much treat clients comes in it's all about them." like I'd wish to be treated Lisa is currently completing a - with full respect and con- correspondence course in professional styling, which she hopes fidentiality.

New era for Scotch Bar

Wine competition The Marlborough Young Viticulturist of the Year competition is being held today, at 12:30pm.at the Marlborough Research Centre.

Winners of the regional event will go on to compete at the national final at the 2014 Romeo Bragato conference in Marlborough.

By Adam Poulopoulos Today's the day for new Scotch owner Dan Gillett.

The Marlborough man has bought out the Maxwell Road bar with friend Charlie Chilwell, and confirmed the news last week.

The pair's first official day at the helm is today.

Dan said he was looking forward to taking over.

“It's always been my intention.

I go to Scotch personally, and then it was a case of everything aligning.”

Dan has co-owned nearby cafe Ritual since October last year, and said he would be splitting his time between both establishments.

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Dan takes over from Hamish and Tim Thomas, who have owned the bar for the last five and a half years.

Tim said both brothers had young families, and were looking forward to spending more time with them.

He said he was confident Dan was the right man for the job.

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Being an owner-operator I'm sure he will do really well with it.”

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Pataka turns one Pataka management, from left, Donna Huria-Whakatihi, Margaret Huria and Nina Huna-Bryce at the store's first birthday celebrations on Monday night.

In celebrating a year since open-

ing next to Saint Clair winery on Selmes Road, Nina said their success had all been about "the people and the food."

"It's a common thing we all enjoy."

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COUNCIL NEWS Taylor River steps

Notices Temporary Road Closure Marlborough Roads wishes to advise that Muller Road between Maxwell Road and Weld Street will be closed from: Wednesday 6 August 2014 to Friday 5 September 2014 for the purpose of a stormwater upgrade.

During this time residents will be able to access their property with possible slight delays.

Marlborough Roads apologises for any inconvenience this may cause and asks for your patience until the work is complete.

For any queries please contact Marlborough Roads Ph: 03 520 8330.

2014

TrustPower Community Awards For voluntary organisations

TrustPower, in partnership with the Marlborough District Council, wishes to recognise voluntary organisations that dedicate hours of voluntary time and energy every year to making the Marlborough District community a better place to live.

The awards are intended to support and recognise the valuable contribution these organisations and groups make to the Marlborough District.

Nominations are now open under the following categories: Heritage & Environment Health & Wellbeing Arts & Culture Sport & Leisure Educational & Child Youth Development Nomination forms, along with details of eligibility and criteria are available at Council offices, the library and on Council’s website www.marlborough.govt. nz under Our Community, Grants and Awards section.

For further information ask for Lyne Reeves Ph: 03 520 7400.

Closing date for nominations is 15 August 2014.

Creative Communities NZ Local Arts Funding

Applications for financial assistance by way of grants under the Creative Communities Local Arts Scheme are now being invited by Marlborough District Council.

The scheme supports and encourages local communities to create and present diverse opportunities for accessing and participating in arts activities within the Marlborough community.

Application forms, along with details of eligibility and criteria, are available at Council offices, the library and on Council’s website www.marlborough.govt. nz/Our-Community/Grants-and-Awards.

Applications close 5.00 pm, 30 September 2014.

For further information please contact: Lyne Reeves Community Development Advisor Ph: 03 520 7400

The Marlborough Landscape Group is keen to encourage more collaboration between Marlborough District Council and local businesses in projects like Marlborough Lines’ Leeds Quay Pocket Park.

The Council’s Reserves department has put in new steps leading from the pocket park down to the Taylor River pathway and it’s a great example of what can be achieved with a cooperative approach, says Landscape Group chairman Clr Peter Jerram.

Marlborough Lines does an excellent

job with landscaping at its sub stations around the region, and the pocket park sculpture and plantings lead the way for other businesses to take part in the community-led Taylor River Project, says Clr Jerram.

The Marlborough Landscape Group is guiding the Taylor River Project as part of its role to advise Council on how to enhance and protect Marlborough’s landscape. The group includes representatives from the wine industry, local businesses, forestry, farming and environmental groups.

Stepping up: Rebeca Clifton, the Marlborough Lines representative on the Landscape Group, with councillors Peter Jerram (left) and Jamie Arbuckle.

Cuppa for a charity in the chamber same time raising funds for a good cause.

The women councillors provided the morning tea spread, and the five dozen bone china tea cups, raising $571 for Alzheimers Marlborough in what they hope

Councillors Jenny Andrews, Jessica Bagge, Cynthia Brooks and Laressa Shenfield recently hosted a group of fellow Marlborough women to morning tea in the Council Chambers as a way of acknowledging the work of all women in the region, at the

Commercial Events Fund

Most of the money in the Council’s new Commercial Events Fund is likely to go into new events that will bring more visitors into the region, particularly during the quieter times of the year.

The Council recently agreed to set up a $75,000 annual fund to encourage events that will bring more people into Marlborough, showcase the

region or complement or build on existing events.

The Council wants 70% of the fund to be directed toward new events with the balance available to expand existing events.

A four-member Council subcommittee will consider applications, supported

by Council’s Events Coordinator and seeking independent advice from

will be a continuing event to support community organisations.

For many of the women guests, it was the first time they’d ever been inside the Council Chamber.

“We’d like to thank them all for coming and for their generosity,” said Councillor Jenny Andrews.

time to time. The subcommittee will have the authority to grant funding for longer than one year to provide certainty, particularly in the case of a new event.

Applications will be considered twice a year with the first round of applications expected to open on 11 August 2014 with decisions by the end of October.

Don’t be intimidated by today’s technology If you’re thinking of buying an e-reader, or you have one but are uncertain about using it, a session with one of librarians will help.

Library staff will be demonstrating an e-reader, teaching people to use them and showing how to download e-books and e-audio-books from our libraries.

Once a month, the library is

running short sessions to introduce readers to e-readers and e-books and to the Overdrive e-resources available through the South Island Downloadable Zone website where library members can borrow e-books and audio books.

These free sessions are being held in the Marlborough District Library in

Blenheim on:

Wednesday 6 August Wednesday 17 September Thursday 23 October Wednesday 5 November Thursday 15 January

10.00-11.00 am 10.00-11.00 am 2.00-3.00pm 6.30-7.30 pm 6.30-7.30 pm

Come along to any session – but it would help us if people would register first by phoning the library on Ph: 03 520 7491.

Top team of building inspectors The Building (Accreditation of Building Consent Authorities) Regulations 2006, mean that all building control officers working for district councils today have to be qualified or working toward their qualifications.

Marlborough District Council is the first council of the 20 council building control units being trained by the industry training body, The Skills Organisation, so that its whole building team will graduate with one or more qualifications.

Confirmation of competence and qualification Right, The graduation ceremony arranged by The Skills Organisation; from is required for all Council building staff doing left Graham Allum, Brendon Robertson, Gavin Harding, Building Control consent, inspection and approval work - as part Team Leader Bill East, Council Chief Executive Andrew Besley, Mayor of the raft of changes the government brought Alistair Sowman, Skills Organisation Chief Executive Garry Fissenden, Jeff in to try and raise the standards of practice and Atkinson, Matthew Campbell, Chris De Wet and Skills Organisation Assisperformance in the building industry.

tant Account Manager Jessica Sharpe.

Positive ageing

– flu vaccination is free at aged 65 and over

People aged 65 and over can get the flu shot from their GP at no charge.

Influenza is a serious illness, not just a ‘bad cold’. It is a disease that can lead to serious complications and hospitalisation, particularly for anyone with an existing medical condition like heart or lung disease.

Marlborough District Council PO Box 443 Blenheim 7240 New Zealand

In the very worst cases it can be fatal.

The Ministry of Health recommends that older people get vaccinated before winter sets in. In past years, the influenza rates have peaked in August. If you haven’t yet had a flu shot, it’s not too late.

The Ministry recommends the flu

Phone: 03 520 7400 Fax: 03 520 7496 Email: mdc@marlborough.govt.nz www.marlborough.govt.nz

vaccine if you need an asthma preventer, if you have diabetes, heart disease, kidney problems, cancer or another serious medical condition.

Contact your GP or, for more information, call 0800 466 863 or look at www.fightflu.co.nz

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the council idea of Secondhand Sundays.

Are you serious?? it’s so obvious the pitfalls of this idea. I have a mind of it no and it’s not pretty. Don’t lower our town with this silly idea. B.P.W

PRAISE FOR JULIE Haven’t had KFC from here for ages, last time I went the service was crap, but i was pleasantly surprised when I popped in last week. I was served by a lady called Julie W, she obviously appreciated that she had a job and was enjoying her day at work. She was happy, friendly, having a wee banter with the customers, what a breathe of fresh air.... The young ones (at KFC and many other local shopes) could take a leaf from her book, keep it up Julie, I love your energy!!!

PET OWNERS Wow was so shocked to read responsible pet owners text specially bout the neighbours getting their birds killed?

Wot do they mean pet birds being killed?

Well they should be in a cage but wild birds its the food chain normal life. If these folk who run pets down actually had a pet to love they would see things in a different light.

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business hub THUMBS UP Marlborough Just had the best pie at Brumbys Bakery. Wow what a range of delicious fresh treats and great friendly service from Sharon!

RE DOG REGO FEES It is also desgraceful that the dog control contract (our public money) has not gone up for public tender in years. what is your policy MDC? Does anyone actually care that they are in breech?

MAINTENEANCE NEEDED The only this wrong with the A&P Grandstand is the total lcak of any maintenance done to it by MDC since they took it over... it could ba hit by a bomb & still be good unlike the Admin block with it sagging sunken roof... leave PAKEHA heritage building alone! Mr A Black

GREAT SERVICE Awesome service at Redwoodtown countdown. Especially Lisa, very friendly and goes the extra mile! - Jo

A big thanks to the active Dads team for planning all they great events they are much appriciated. Tony

GLOOMY GROOMS Bridegroom section at this years bride of the year could have been an interesting addition bu no Woeful. Lift the game please.

I.C.E NUMBER! (in Case Emergency) Do you have them on your mobile phone? One for a local contact; one our of town, Perfect in emergencies to contact some if you are incapacitated. Simply add as ICE1 or 2 and then your own name so the recipient can told who it is about. Tehy actually do work in emergencies 24/7

SNAIL MAIL dont be surprised, it’s always been like this here. Frustrating

The public opinions for the MCG & MBC proposed sites need to be heard, especially future parents of the college, if u build near a vineyard like suggested, u r putting children at risk of the harmful sprays they use & marlborough already has the highest rate for cancer. Then if a student has a town appointment, us parents will have to take time off work to take them because it will be too far for them to walk or bike. I bet it will involve more money to run more buses & who will pay for that?

SORE BACK My neck was sore as well. Mon Tai queen st... it was awesome... that lady has magic hands, Thank you.

RATE FOR GLASSES. As a rate payer I can’t believe that our council offered to pay 1/2 the cost for replacement glasses. If the path was within limits there is no obligation to offer any compesation using our rates money. Does this mean everytime someone trips over for any reason they can expect the coundil to pay.Pople need to take their own responsibility for their actions. Concerned rate payer. Mark.

Regarding Vines restaurant article 25th July, We think your food is fantastic and great value, ignore those neg comments we will be back for sure, tony

BLENHEIM THE BEST 16 yrs back i came here for a car ride.. best town the country. Stop moaning people.

Presenting ‘Supporting Families Through Anxiety’ With Jill Hounsell – Information & Support co-ordinator Autism NZ Nelson/Marlborough Venue: Seddon School Tuesday 5th August from 6.30pm – 8pm Light supper provided All Welcome

Lamul Tavawang at Mon Thai spa and massage is such an amazin massage thearapist, so worth the money. Always such a nice treat to visit. Keep up the good work.

EXTRA MILE A big thank you to phil from cuddon pump dpet 4 going the extra mile 4 us, much appricated Jenny & Graeme, Rarangi

MAMMOGRAMS I recently had a mamogram checkup.

I recommend all oman over 45 to get checked out. 4 a few min of uncomforableness it is well worth the peace of mind. Claire who does the xray is very professional & considerate.

DISASTER PREP I love your article about Disaster, however I belive in the end even with the best preperation People, animales and houses can still be hurt. I believe it would be good if blenheim had a disaster preperation day. Jason Rollins

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Shanhai to London rally Noeline’s blog 1st June Leaving Novosibirsk for Omsk.

Breakfast was busy this morning as there was two bus loads of people from Moscow that were playing in an orchestra. So not much for breakfast.

Weather fine but cool, scenery much the same. Another village - a bit like another church - been there done that now.

Had lunch by a lake where a TV crew came along and interviewed Greg. You wouldn’t read about it. In the middle of nowhere and here is a TV crew. Great excitement for a while as we couldn’t speak Russian and they couldn’t speak English but still did an interview.

Moving on to more potholes and more green trees.

Wes – tail-end-Charlie had a broken heater hose, but we got that sorted and got back on the road.

Into town, and as always we had to close up ranks with radios at the ready as we were guided through town. More waving and photos, and a couple of young girls who were looking at the cars fell off their bikes! The boys were going to help, but no After parking the cars we went up the road for pizza, then back to the hotel for dessert with Silvia, Wes, Brenda and Allen. Bed.

2nd June Leaving Omsk for Tyumen Got up at 6am and made buns for lunch at breakfast. Nice breakfast. Ron liked the feel of Omsk but we only had a short stay. Our first stop was at a church that was under construction, but very nice.

Weather was fine with 17 deg, but the Jag was having trouble and stopped four or five times before they finally got it sorted. Put us behind three hours which is a shame as we were all looking for an early arrival in Yekaterinburg. After the Jag’s trouble it was an uneventful day.

We got to the hotel and we had our own named private car parks all in a row.

We unpacked most of our bags as we were staying for three nights.

Didn’t feel like doing anything so we ordered room service which wasn’t that nice, but the soup was good. Early to bed.

3rd June Rons birthday Day in Yekaterinburg Woke up from a good sleep to have a big wash day in the bath tub, hanging cloths around the room to dry, then we all met in the lobby at 10am for a city tour. We saw the sites including

the Black Tulip memorial to all those fallen Russians from over 20 years in Afghanistan. Good to be on the bus.

Ourselves, Ron Mc and Nancy got off the bus in town and found a nice place for lunch. Always a small entry but as you walk through it goes through to a number of small private eating rooms.

After that we walked up to the tallest building, paid 250 Rubles each and went to the top floor and looked out over the town. Was great views, we could see where we had been on the bus tour, and our hotel.

Then we walked through town on beautiful walk ways with statues, gardens and seating - very pleasant to walk. And guess what, I came across a statue of Michael Jackson! Not sure why he was there, but of course we took many photos.

Had to be back at hotel by 6pm as Ron was shouting for his birthday.

What a hard time we had to try and spend Ron’s money, but we finally got a round in. Wes, Silvia, Brenda, Allan, and Tony joined us for dinner at a restaurant called Daddy’s for a nice dinner with a few cocktails. Next stop was our hotel, and into bed.

Pictured: Some of the sights, scenery, and highlights af the rally.

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Celebrating Marlborough Lions contributions to the community

LIONS IN MARLBOROUGH - A BRIEF HISTORY July 1st, here in Marlborough and along with every other Lions Club throughout the world, saw the incoming officers of each club welcomed in as administrators of their own Lions Club for the following 12 months.

Lions is the largest service organisation in the world having close to 1.4 million members, and is continuing to grow as the organisation spreads, especially through the Asian countries.

New Zealand is currently ranked 2nd out of all the 208 countries on the number of Lion members per capita, and this past year has seen further growth in our national membership.

This article is designed to convey to the citizens of Marlborough the extent of the

commitment of Lion members in our area and the importance each member places on serving our community which we do so willingly.

Like all other organisations our Lions Clubs seek to encourage other like-minded persons to visit any one of our clubs with a view to share our community and social activities.

Some 10 months after initial contact was made, a Blenheim local, the late Graham Fuller, set about forming a Lions Club in Blenheim. On Saturday May 4th, 1963 the Lions Club of Blenheim was chartered, being the first Lions Club in Marlborough.

In subsequent years other clubs were established. The Lions Club of Kaikoura in 1964, Picton in 1965, Havelock in 1966, Seddon

and Renwick in 1970, and Spring Creek in 1975, followed by Blenheim Pakeke in 1980, and Beavertown in 1992.

The First Leo Club was established on November 28 1970 at the Waterlea Racecourse consisting of 43 young men and women.

Today, more youthful Leo Clubs operate at both the Marlborough Boys' and Girls' Colleges.

At the helm of Marlborough Lions for the 2014/2015 Lions year is Maureen Wright of Beavertown Lions Club. As zone chair, Maureen will be responsible for coordinating the clubs and reporting through the district administration on their activities within the Marlborough area.

Blenheim Lions’ Club Fun, friendship, and the feel-good feeling of doing good things with good people is what you get in the Lions Club Blenheim.

The Lions Club of Blenheim was formed in 1963 by a group of community-minded men. It is now the secondbiggest Lions Club in the South Island and unlike many other volunteer organisations these days it continues to regularly sign up new members.

Projects in the early years were many and varied including golf tournaments, elephant and boat races, Mayor for the Day, house demolition, taking over the Top Spot Restaurant,

Bride of the Year, and numerous others. Today there are several projects that have been running for many years including the annual delivery of phone books and fertiliser, the Mistletoe Market since 1973, and he Science and Technology Fair since 1989, as well as the ongoing firewood project. Members have also assisted other local events such as the Wine and Food Festival, the GrapeRide, the Saint Clair Half Marathon, the Mussel Festival, and hundreds of street collections for various charities over the years. Most of these events require the full support of members and that in itself creates great friendships and fellowship.

Over the last 51 years it is estimated that the club has contributed close to $1 million assisting community groups and individuals to reach for their goals and achieve their dreams. Blenheim Lions meet twice a month at the Marlborough Club, enjoying a meal together, interesting guest speakers, and of course the general business of a Lions Club. People interested in joining this active, progressive, and community-minded group can check out the Lions website at www.lionsclub.org.nz or contact the president Jim Thomas on 03-578-8896, or the Membership Chairman Barrie Abernathy on 03-577-8542.

Blenheim Pakeke Lions’ Club

Beavertown

The Pakeke Lions Club was set up over 25 years ago to cater for the older men and women of the community who wished to join in the fellowship and service of the Lions Club movement but were more restricted by age or commitment than our younger colleagues.

And so our club meetings and meals are held during the daytime and not at night. We do some club jobs to assist with our subscriptions but mostly we raise money for various charities and assist young people in various projects. Our main enterprises include running

Beavertown Blenheim Lions meet on the first and third Monday of the month. Our most featured and 'signature' activity is the fabulous Bride of the Year event, but we are also regularly visible in the community throughout the year. Some activities include staging the November Craft Fair in the Forum, traffic marshalling at the January races, and sitting with out bright and eye-catching raffles baskets in the supermarket foyers.

As Lions, we serve. We do this by donating our time to various street appeals and worthy causes, donating our funds to local communtiy projects, and making contributions to help not only our up and coming stars of tomorrow, but also those who are struggling to have a normal tomorrow.

For further information please contact Carol Taylor in 572-5323.

the Lions Mints sales in Blenheim and Picton, as well as the manning of collection stands around town for national appeals such as Life Flight Helicopter and the Blind Puppy Dog, or marshalling for the GrapeRide.

If you are interested in joining us, we do need new members, and encourage you to come along to a club afternoon and look us over! Contact Jim Nicholas on 03-578-4359, Graeme Woolley on 03-578-2078, or David Rudd on 03-572-8794.

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Alzheimers Marlborough

Alzheimers Marlborough acknowledge and thank our local Lions Clubs for the support they have given us over recent years.

We welcome Lions Club members and the Public to join our Memory Walk Saturday August 30th.

More details in media soon.

“Making life better for all people with Dementia”

Right, Carol Taylor with Bride of the Year 2014 winner Sara Bishell

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Celebrating Marlborough Lions contributions to the community

Picton Lions’ Club Picton Lions Club is a small but friendly group of community-spirited individuals who are very proud to be a supportive force for the local region.

We have recently inducted our first Lady Lion and hope to welcome more in the future.

Our most prominent and regular activities and fundraisers include

The Spring Creek The Spring Creek and Districts Lions Club was chartered in 1975 by the Blenheim Lions Club with a starting membership of 54 and Mr Terry Schwass as president.

In 2007 Spring Creek Lions Club organised and set up Stars In Your Eyes which was an outstanding success and has become a major annual event on the

operating the Cruise Ship Markets in the recently rejuvenated town wharf area, sales of kindling and fertiliser, the preparation of which is something of a social occasion, and our annual BBQ operation at the Picton Maritime Festival. Community support activities in which we participate are marshalling for the Picton Christmas Parade and the

Marina 2 Marina foot race.

We meet on the first Wednesday of each month at Spinnaker Restaurant.

New members are most welcome to contact our president, Roger Kett on 03-573-7212. We look forward to hearing from you.

And Districts Lions Club entertainment calendar, as well as being the club's main fundraiser.

Over the years the Spring Creek Lions Club have helped sponsor numerous local youth and organisations to various sporting and educational fixtures including Synergy Mentoring Services, Marlborough Girls' College, as well local schools in Spring Creek,

Grovetown, Tuamarina, and Rapaura.

The Club currently has 18 active members and is very keen to attract new members, male and female. If anyone is interested in joining, contact any club member or president Steve Butler on 03-579-2042, or secretary Ken Wattam on 03-578-1120.

Jim Thomas and fellow Blenheim Lions gathering firewood

Renwick The Lions Club of Renwick was formed in 1970 with 24 members. Over the 44 years it has been in existence the club has raised through numerous activities and initiatives and returned to the community many hundreds of thousands of dollars.

In the last decade alone, in excess of $200,000 has been raised and donated to various local projects, charities, groups and individuals.

A snapshot of how we have assisted a wide variety of community organisations and individuals: - sponsored young people to Outward Bound and Spirit of Adventure - arranged international youth exchanges for young people - sponsored young people participating in sporting and cultural activities - supported the elderly in many ways

- raised $25,000 for the new Giesen Sports & Events Centre - donated $13,000 to Marlborough Hospice - provided ongoing support to schools, pre-schools, sports clubs, volunteer fire brigades, youth groups, and other community groups.

Persons interested in joining contact Dave McFarlane Ph 03 572 8046.

Lions Club Of Havelock The Havelock Lions meet at the Slip Inn cafe/restaurant from 6:30pm to 8:30pm on the third Tuesday of every month to enjoy fellowship and listen to a speaker.

Every year the club selects and sponsors half the cost of a young person from the Pelorus region to attend an Outward Bound course. The club also sponsors six primary age children from the region to attend Kiwi Ranch camps, assists

Competitors in the annual Stars in their Eyes event.

with the Pelorus Primary School speech contest, contributes to the Marlborough Child Cancer Foundation, collects for the annual St John and Daffodil Day collections, provides marshals for the Forrest GrapeRide, fundraises and assists with the annual Cactus programme, and has cut and delivered firewood to those in need in our community. We also have regular social times together, so it is not all hard work.

We have two specific goals for this year and welcome new members to help us achieve them.

Those who are interested in learning more about the Havelock club, or would like to come to a dinner meeting should contact the club's Secretary Ian Cameron on 03 574-2558.

Seddon Lions Club Seddon Lions Club is a very active club which was founded back in 1970 with a loyal membership of around 35 from all walks of life, some of whom have been involved since its establishment.

Committed to the local community, we do select our projects carefully to ensure the greatest possible return for the club’s efforts and making’, the best of the club members’ skills. An example of the projects the club get involved with during Mark Heards term:-

• Supplying over 26 loads of firewood to the needy and elderly • Earthquake and storm recovery projects • Supporting the local Clay Bird event • Repair and development of both the Early Learning and Playcentres in Seddon • Arrange and facilitate the children’s speech night The following have received donations: • Marlborough Riding for the

LIONS BOOK SALE

Friendly personal service for the day of your dreams

Fri 15th-Sun 17th August,

2 Alfred Street, Blenheim.

(Old car museum building)

Come along and help us raise money for community projects.

Disabled • Marlborough and Nelson Rescue Helicopter • Ronald McDonald House Christchurch • Seddon and Ward Schools We are always keen to welcome new members or even those who just want to come and see what goes on at club meetings – you are all always welcome and we look forward to meeting you soon. Contact Martin Hall on ph 03 575 7435 should you wish to visit our club.

Proud to be the President of Beavertown Blenheim Lions

The Clubs of Marlborough are proud to support The Lion’s Club.

Thank you for all the great work you do in our community.

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WHAT’S ON IN MARLBOROUGH

- WEEKEND EVENT GUIDE Friday 1 August 2014 Marlborough Young Viticulturist of the Year Competition Marlborough Research Centre, 85 Budge Street 12:30pm – 1:00pm. The purpose of the Young Viticulturist of the Year competition is to find a national viticulture representative to compete in the Young Horticulturist of the Year competition and to celebrate the young talent in our region.

Young Viticulturist of the Year Awards Dinner Giesen Sports and Events Centre, 8 Uxbridge St, Renwick. 6:00pm–11:00pm. Come and enjoy a night celebrating our talented young viticulturists. emily@wine-marlborough.co.nz if you would like to purchase a ticket.

Sit and Be Fit with Sue Exercise for the not so mobile while sitting down! 1pm Monday and Friday afternoons at 131 Budge Street. Plenty of parking. $2.00 per session. Ph Sue: 578 0469.

Sit and Be Fit with Jeanette Free exercise for all ages at Crossroads, 2 Redwood Street. At 10am Ph 578 5395.

Quest Intermediate age youth group, 3.30pm-5pm, Picton Baptist Church, 293 Waikawa Rd, Picton.

Text Bronwyn 021 046 2434.

Pastel Painting Marlborough Art Society, 10am till 3pm. Prue: Ph 578 8888.

Marlborough Embroiderers’ Guild First Saturday of the month at 1.30pm 4.30pm St John Rooms, Seymour St Ph Roz 5782471.

Marlborough Beekeepers Join us for a Beekeeping Open Day: Spring in the Apiary. Whether you’re a ‘newbee’ or a beekeeper with experience, there’ll be lots of information and hands-on opportunities to learn about setting up and maintaining a beehive. 815 Rapaura Road, 10am – 12:30pm.

Ph Silke 572 7460.

Blenheim Menz Shed 4 Dillons Point Rd open 9am to 12 noon Saturday. Mon & Thurs 1 - 4pm. Building relationships and sharing skills. Ph Gerry 5781835 Pregnancy Yoga 9.15am-10.15am. For information call Huia: 021 0724 107 Mini Putt & Merry-Go-Round Picton Foreshore, 10am every day during school holidays, today and Sunday, 10am Redwood Market 8am-noon, Redwood Tavern car park. Plants produce and crafts.

Vintage Farm Machinery 10am till 3pm, Open every day. Brayshaw Park Guided tours available, Sunday Thomas Tank Engine rides. Ph Doris 579 4357.

Blenheim Canine Training Club Dog Agility Ribbon at the A & P Showgrounds from 9.30 am to 3pm .Spectators are welcome and a sausage sizzle will be available from 11am. Enq 021 995 704.

Blenheim Fly Casting Improve your Fly Casting Skills, all methods of flycasting are covered. 10am Burleigh. Ph Hendersons 578 9960 Ulysses Ride Short Ride, decide on the day. Meet at the railway stn at 12.45pm ride departs at 1pm.

Renwick Anglican Community Church 54 High St Renwick. Morning worship 9.30am Rev Steve Allcutt ph 572 8850 Marlborough Farmers’ Market 9.00am - noon A&P Showgrounds. Showcasing the best of what Marlborough has to offer.

Kapahaka for Youth Blenheim School 6pm - 8pm. All welcome.

Model Aero Club ARA Wairau Valley 9am. Murray 578 9199 or Tony 577 9776.

Marlborough Museum 26 Arthur Baker Place, off New Renwick Rd, Brayshaw Heritage Park. Daily 10am till 4pm.

Sun 3 August 2014

Petanque 10am 65A Weld Street – Phone John 577 9789.

Saturday 2 August 2014 Havelock Theatre Company Presents Saint Anthony’s Fire by Rick Edmonds.

On stage from the 2nd August through to the 8th. Tickets from Eyes on Nature, Still Books, Foresters Café and Take Note. For more info call Ian on 574 2558.

Blenheim Rotary Car Boot Sale Every Saturday 8am – 2pm at the Railway Station car park, Grove Rd, Ph John 578 3918.

Waihopai Valley Community Combined Garage Sale From 10am till 4pm at the Waihopai Valley Community Hall. There will be over 10 house hold lots for sale with a huge range goods including household appliances, baby gear, gardening equipment, books, bric n brac, kitchen equipment, funiture, clothing etc.

Flea Market 9am - 1200 at MIKEY’s Courtyard / function Room 18 High Street Picton. Be here at 9am & support the fundraising for PICTON & SOUNDS EMERGENCY SERVICES.

Pony Club at Grounds New Renwick Rd. 10am every 2nd Sunday of the month. Grant 578 2100 Michelle 572 8984.

Tramping Club Mary 572 8762.

Buddhism for Modern Life 10am, 573 5379.

Blenheim Bonsai 2pm-4pm, 7 Hale Street. Dave 577 8679.

HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL Tues 5th – Sat 9th August @ 7.30pm Sat 9th August @ 2.00pm Adult 32.00 Conc (65+) $29.00 Child (u19) $22.00

JOSH 2 JUILLIARD nd Amazing shows all year rou

Purchase from The Floor Pride Civic Theatre or Take Note, Picton PHONE (03) 520 8560, book@mctt.co.nz Prices include booking fee Some Fees May Apply

Saturday 16th August 2014 @ 3.00pm & 7.00pm Adult $22.00 Child (up to year 13) $17.00

OKLAHOMA Sunday 24th August @ 8.00pm Premium $101.90 A Reserve $87.00 B Reserve $81.90 Child (U16) $67.00

Marlborough Basketba ll Year 5-6 School Exchange.

Ma Stadium 2000, 6 Kinross St, rlborough Lines Blenheim 9:00am.

Marlborough Guild of Woodworkers Brayshaw Park, open workshop 1-4pm, Every 1st Sunday of the month. Wooden toys for sale. Malcolm: 578 8809.

Marlborough Rock and Mineral Club Come and see our large rock, mineral, crystal and fossil collection, work room and books.

Free admission.

Associated Modellers Society Minature steam engine rides at Brayshaw Prk, 1st and 3rd Sunday each month, 1pm till 4pm $2.

If you have an event contact Liz at The Sun on 5777 868 FLOORPRIDE CIVIC THEATRE

ers Marlborough Beekeep en Day: Spring in the Op g pin kee Bee a for Join us m – 12:30pm. Ph 10a ad, Ro a Apiary. 815 Rapaur Silke 572 7460.

St Luke’s Anglican Church Ferry Road, Spring Creek. Join us for Christian worship every Sunday 9.30am. Ph Rev Derek 5785050

Picton Museum 10am till 4pm daily, 9 London Quay. Ph 573 8283.

Yealands Estate Marlborough Gallery Open 10.30am till 4.30pm daily, 204 High St. Ph 577 6784 www.marlboroughartsociety. com

The Southern Jam Youth Jazz Festival Will be held Wednesday 6th August – Saturday 9th August, leading up to the finale Gala Concert at the Marlborough Boys College on Saturday evening. The concert will include performances from all the schools, the Festival winners, The All Stars Band and CPIT Judges Band.

Kapahaka Every Sunday at Tuamarina Hall 12pm - 3pm All welcome

Picton Men’s Shed Every Saturday 10am to 1pm and Wednesday 9am-4pm. Plants and garden furniture sold Saturday and Wednesday 10am to 1pm.

The Diversion Gallery Open noon-5pm Wed – Saturdays 10 London Quay, Picton. Ph 573 7376 or 027 440 8121 or www.thediversion.co.nz

UP AND COMING EVENTS

Blenheim Riverside Railway Departs Brayshaw Park Station at 1.45 & 3.00pm for Beaver Station and return. Adults $10 Children $5 CASH ONLY

Tai Chi Today and Mondays. 10am, 11.30am and 1pm.

Liz 027 748 6666.

Marlborough Basketball Year 5-6 School Exchange. Marlborough Lines Stadium 2000, 6 Kinross St, Blenheim 9:00am.

The Marlborough Basketball Association is proud to host the Nelson Marlborough Year 5-6 School Exchange. Come down and cheer on the Marlborough teams as they compete with Nelson teams of the same year group.

Get ready for the weekend with our list of what’s on!

MARLBOROUGH’S TOP TALENT Saturday 30th August 2014 @ 7.30pm ADULT $25.00 CONC (65+) $20.00 CHILD (U16) $20.00

TAKE ME HOME MUSIC & LIFE OF JOHN DENVER

Friday 5th September 2014 @ 8pm Adult $71.90 Conc(65+) $66.90 Student/Child $66.90

NZSO - IN THE HALL OF THE MOUNTAIN KING Saturday 22 November 2014 @ 7.30pm Adult $52.00 Conc(65+) $47.00 Child (U19) $17.00 Pre Show talk 6.45pm

Blenheim Canine Training Club grounds Dog Agility Ribbon at the A & P Show ome welc are rs ctato .Spe 3pm to from 9.30 am .

11am from lable avai and a sausage sizzle will be 704.

Enq 021 995

RUSSIAN NATIONAL DANCE SHOW – KOSTROMA Sunday 23rd November @ 7.30pm Adult $92.00 Conc (65+) $77.00 Child (u16) $67.00 Group (6+) $77.00

THE IRISH ROVERS – FAREWELL TO ROVIN’ TOUR Friday 10th October 2014 @ 7.30pm Admit One: 77.00

www.mctt.co.nz • book@mctt.co.nz • (03) 520 8560

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PRE CHRISTMAS PEEK Sunday 7th December from 10am Admit One $55.00

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5 MINUTES WITH: Russ Smith Blenheim Community Constable

Q A Q A Q A

What is your favourite food?

Chocolate, does that qualify as a food?

What makes you smile?

The hard case things my children say sometimes.

What’s your pet hate?

People who expect crime problems to be fixed, but don't report suspicious activity themselves.

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Your favoured holiday destination?

Kaiteriteri Beach in the Tasman Bays area.

What’s your favourite music?

Anything by Carlos Santana, but I like most popular music.

What is the one thing Sun readers would be surprised to know about you?

I really enjoy mountain-biking and have taken part in lots of endurance events like the Rainbow Rage, Molesworth Muster and around Lake Tekapo.

Q A Q A Q A

Who would you invite to dinner?

Charlize Theron.

What’s next on your wish list?

I'd love to tour the U.S.A. and Europe.

A saying you like to live by?

Don't put off for tomorrow what you can do today.

Jazz festival The Southern Jam Youth Jazz festival is coming to Blenheim next week.

Secondary school bands from around the South Island will perform from Wednesday

Holly Innes from Bunnings presents a new playhouse kitchen to John Street Preschool kids Libby Grigor, 4, Georgia Gray, 4, Hunter Wilson, 4, and Bella Sword, 5.

It’s playtime with new kitchen

By Kristy Martin John Street Preschool has a new kitchen for the children’s playhouse, thanks to the crafty staff at Bunnings.

The custom-built wooden kitchen, which includes benchtops, a stovetop, cupboards and a sink, was presented to the kids at the preschool on Wednesday.

Holly Innes, activities organiser for Bunnings Blenheim, said the store not only held fundraisers such as barbecues and car washes, but its staff were also involved with various community projects.

John Street staff member Sally Bamber came

to them with the measurements for the kitchen and a rough sketch of what they wanted.

Bunnings staff built the play kitchen from scratch, and painted it, and the plumbing department even had a tap fitted for the sink.

The kids created signs and baked cupcakes to say thank you for the generous donation.

The playhouse, in the yard at the preschool, has recently undergone a facelift, with one parent – a builder – responsible for most of the new construction work.

Next it will be fitted out with trellis, shelving, curtains and artwork for the back wall.

New disability spokesperson Ereatara Kokiri (pictured) has recently completed training with the Disabled Person Assembly to become a Kaituitui in the Marlborough area.

Mr Kokiri will act as a go-to person for any Marlburian living with a disability who wants local or national decision-makers to hear their views.

“I am really keen to hear what people think about things like employment, education, our right to equal citizenship and access to information – in

fact, pretty much any area of life,” Mr Kokiri said.

“Disabled people should be equal partners with decision makers when decisions are made that affect us. It’s just

commonsense.”

Kaituitui is a programme for social change that works on implementing the United Nations Convention on the Right of People with Disabilities.

Mr Kokiri is one of 24 Kaituitui (which means those who weave threads of knowledge) around the country who help decision makers take into account the experiences and views of disabled people.

To contact Mr Kokiri, email ekokiri@live.com or phone 03 5780537.

to Saturday, when the finale gala concert will be held at Marlborough Boys’ College.

Tickets are available at Ken Ham’s Music Works, at i-ticket. co.nz or by calling 0508 iticket.

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Teachers do the learning

By Adam Poulopoulos A group of Marlborough principals hope to implement the skills they learned overseas into their schools here.

Nine primary school principals attended the 'Leadership - an Evolving Vision' programme at prestigious American university Harvard last month.

About 200 principals from around the world attended the conference in Boston.

Renwick School principal Simon Heath was one of the Marlborough contingent to attend.

As the biggest proportional group from one region at the conference, he said they left an impression.

"We were able to make quite a statement about who we were, where we are from and what we're all about."

Mr Heath said the group created a stir when they turned up to the course's culture day wearing caps and t-shirts with the

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Simon Heath is eager to put his new knowledge into practise.

silver fern printed on them.

At the conference, the group learned about how leaders can best manage their school's processes to get the best results.

"We've come back with our heads full, going through the process of dismissing things not relevant to our schools, and as a group discussing everything," Mr Heath said.

He said the conference reaffirmed how good the school system is here, and fostered a desire to keep improving on it.

"In some US states their staff teach to the test because their pay is dependent on results.

"In New Zealand the students have rich tasks, and get to enquire and investigate.

"It affirmed so much about the New Zealand system that's good, but you're only as good as your last game, and you've got to keep improving."

The principals plan to give a presentation to their boards of trustees about the conference and where to take their schools going forward.

Engine work continues on steamroller Members of the Marlborough Vintage and Farm Machinery Society continue to work on restoring an old steamroller engine to its former glory.

Work on the 1926 McLaren four-horsepower engine began six weeks ago.

The engine, which powered a steamroller affectionately known as 'Kate,’ was converted to petrol in 1951.

The steamroller was formerly owned by the Blenheim Borough Council.

Now, engineers are working to restore it to its original steam-powered form.

It is one of only two engines of its kind in the Marlborough area.

Work on the engine is expected to be complete next year.

If you would like to see the engine’s progress, work is undertaken on it every Thursday at Brayshaw Park.

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Above, Kate in her golden days.

Inset, Peter Tester and Jeff Rowberry work on the engine.

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Centre Support Worker wanted Would you like to support a family organisation that empowers adults and children to work, play, learn and grow together?

If your answer is Yes!, then we may have a part time position for you, working to support our Playcentres in the Marlborough Association area.

To apply for the position or to find out more please contact Marlborough.assn@ playcentre.org.nz or Marlborough Playcentre Association, P O Box 807, Blenheim Applications close on Friday 8 August.

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Tyreland Blenheim is the only top of the south owned and operated tyre retailer servicing both the retail and commercial sectors in Blenheim. During our 16 years in business we have grown from a staff of two to now employ 6 people and supply and service tyres on machinery all over Marlborough.

We are looking for a new staff member to join our fleet service section and service our ever growing commercial customer base, experience is preferred but training will be given to the right applicant.

You will need to be physically fit and hold a clean current full driver’s license, as the position involves driving customers and company vehicles. It is essential that you are able to work in well with our team.

This position will be well suited to those who like hands on and a sense of achievement.

Due to the flexible nature of the role, hours of work, wages/overtime will all be covered at the interview stage.

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Friday August 1, 2014

Margaret Cornelius, Jane Sheat, Andrea Forrest, Bernice Spowart and Margaret Cresswell.

Calling for past classmates Story and photo by Celeste Lodewyk Keeping in touch with past school friends and fellow pupils can be a challenge, as many move away or lose contact with one another as time goes by.

One local group is working hard to ensure this won’t happen.

The Avonside Girls’ High and Christchurch Girls’ High Schools Combined Old Girls group has had an established Marlborough branch for many decades.

To date there are around 30 members locally who meet five times a year to enjoy various social outings and to keep in touch with what is happening at both schools.

President Andrea Forrest, who has been

a member for 30 years, said the group is wanting to hear from any past pupils who are living in Marlborough after relocating from Christchurch.

“We would love to invite you to come along and meet our group. It’s a fantastic way to keep in touch with classmates from Avonside and Christchurch Girls’ High in a fun and social way.

“We are a very easy going and fun group and would love to hear from more people,” she said.

If anyone is interested in finding out more or would like to join, please contact Andrea Forrest on (03) 578 2356.

Kaikoura bill passed The Kaikoura Marine Management Bill will become an act after passing its third reading in Parliament yesterday.

The bill has several effects, including creating a marine reserve and both whale and sea sanctuaries.

It also establishes five new customary fishing areas, and sustainable recreational fishing regulations.

Conservation minister Nick Smith said he was delighted to get the bill

through.

“These measures will benefit Kaikoura’s rich marine life which includes whales,

dolphins, seals, albatross, rock lobster, shellfish and finfish.

“It will also help to sustain Kaikoura’s tourism industry, which is worth $134 million a year.”

“It shows that at community and national level, conservationists, commercial interests and Iwi can work together to make real gains on difficult issues like marine conservation.”

public notice

HEAR DR. DEANE WOODS and KEVIN VIGUS Speaking on: Israel the past, present and future.

St Christophers Church 5th August 7pm

Scouts scarf day If you see an unusually high amount of people wearing Scouts scarves today, it’s not just because it’s cold.

The Scout Association of New Zealand is encouraging Scouts and Scout leaders

to wear their scarves to work or school as part of a national initiative.

There are about 170 Scouts members in the Marlborough region.

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TODAY Good 15 Very Good 19 Excellent 23 Solution 315: fir, fit, fop, for, fort, frit, fro, oft, opt, pit, poi, port, pot, pro, prof, PROFIT, rift, riot, rip, rot, tip, tiro, top, topi, tor, tori, trio, trip.

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VERCOE, Trevor Francis (Tiddler): On Wednesday July 30 2014, passed away peacefully, at Hospice Marlborough surrounded by his loving family. Dearly loved husband of the late Pauline, much loved father and fatherin-law of Karen and Mark Davidson, Chris and Bec, and Jason and Amy. Loved and cherished Grandad of Jarryd, Aran, and Claudia. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Graeme and Tui, Gary and Sue, David and Paula, and Margaret and Kerry. A loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. Messages to 3 McCallum Street, Blenheim 7201.

In lieu of flowers, a donation to Hospice Marlborough would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to PO Box 411, Blenheim 7240. A funeral service for Trevor will be held at the Church of the Nativity, Alfred Street, at 10am Saturday August 2, followed by interment at Fairhall Cemetery.

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

In Memoriam

Remember your lost loved one on their anniversary.

The deadline will be on Monday 5.00pm.

Please contact the Sun for further details.

72 High Street, Blenheim, email frontdesk@ blenheimsun.co.nz or phone 577 7868.

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Death Notices CRAVEN, Elizabeth Kearton: July 24, 2014 FIELDHOUSE, Terence Michael (Terry): July 24, 2014 FITZGERALD, John Anthony Stewart: July 24, 2014 KERERU, Kawana (Hapi): July 24, 2014

STAPLES-WORNER: Zachary Malcolm (8lb 3oz) July 10, 2014

McFADYEN, Toihi: July 29, 2014

SYKES: Aubree Fay (8lb 1oz) July 21, 2014

McKENZIE, June: July 23, 2014 MORRISON, Leonie Jeanette: July 26, 2014 O’LEARY, John Henry (Jack): July 4, 2014 STEVENSON, Reginald David (Steve) Royal Australian Navy, Petty Officer R 51693: July 23, 2014

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WILLIAMS: Jackson Lee (7lb 13oz) July 27, 2014

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BLAMPIED-LANE: Edward Booker (7lb 11oz) July 24, 2014 LANG: Carter James (8lb 6oz) July 25, 2014

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McGOLDRICK, Freda Hannah: Passed away, peacefully, on Tuesday July 29 2014 at Bethsaida Retirement Village. In her 89th year. Loved wife and friend of the late Jimmy, much loved aunty of Susan and Alan Burch and family (Whakatane), David, Lorraine, Chrissy, Kevin, Diane and families. Dearly loved friend of Jan and Jim Snowden. Messages may be sent to c/- PO Box 110, Blenheim 7240. A service for Freda will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets 10am Friday August 1 followed by interment at Fairhall Cemetery.

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

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HODGES, Kerry Ross Flt Sgt B81053: Passed away doing what he loved, playing sport, on Wednesday July 30 2014. Caring husband and best friend of Jenny, very supportive and outstanding father and father-in-law of Nathan and Leanne, and Dana and Andrew King. Devoted Grandad of Georgia, Cole, Dawson; Hudson, and Millie. Messages to 7 Pak Lims Road, Renwick 7204. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Child Cancer Foundation would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to 26A Stephenson Street, Blenheim 7201.

A service for Kerry will be held at Clubs of Marlborough, Alfred Street at 1.30pm Monday August 4, followed by private cremation at the Sowman Crematorium. An after-match function at Clubs of Marlborough will follow the service. Attendees are asked to dress in sporting attire reflecting Kerry’s sporting love. Kerry will be at home until the service.

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

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Sport

inbrief Football

The Marlborough Mariners development side play Wakefield at A&P Park on Saturday afternoon.

The match starts at 3pm.

Press Cup The Marlborough Boys’ College First XV host St Bede’s in their Press Cup match this weekend.

They beat Roncalli College 20-17 last weekend.

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Bit of banter Anyone who’s played any kind of sport will have been sledged, or sledged someone else, or both.

It’s part of the game. Everyone knows and appreciates the power of a good sledge.

The best banter has the power to distract your opponent to his own detriment, or enrage them to uncontrollable proportions.

It goes without saying nobody likes having their family mocked or comment passed on how rubbish they are, and most of the family ones are probably too profane to write here...

It can start before the battle, and boxers are notorious for it.

Whether it is in the weigh-in or

during the media circus, they’re throwing punches well before they step in the ring.

Muhammad Ali, arguably the greatest ever heavyweight boxer, once said of George Foreman “I’ve seen him shadow boxing and the shadow won.”

He also said of Joe Frazier “He is so ugly that when he cries, the tears turn around and go down the back of his head.”

But it wasn’t just Ali. Featherweight boxer Willie Pep once said to his opponent “Lie down so I can recognise you.”

It isn’t confined to boxing though.

Cricketers, a far more intellectual breed, perfected sledging.

During the heat of an Ashes battle, former English captain Nasser Hussain walked out to the middle, and the Australians were discussing tactics.

Captain Steve Waugh said to Ricky Ponting “Field at silly point.

I want you right under his nose,” to which wicketkeeper Ian Healy replied “That could be anywhere inside a three-mile radius.”

The one that galled us most was when George Gregan said “four more years boys” in the 2003 Rugby World Cup semifinal.

It’s fair to say we’re the ones laughing now.

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Adam Poulopoulos

Weightlifitng Former Marlborough Boys’ College student Bailey Rogers finished seventh in the 75 kilogram snatch and clean-and-jerk division at the Commonwealth Games.

She lifted a combined total of 175kg.

Canadian Marie-Eve BeaucheminNadeau won the event, lifting a combined 250kg, a games record.

Harriers Marlborough Harrier Club members contested their annual time trial last weekend in Renwick, over a mixture of gravel and sealed roads.

Winners in the children’s grades were Amber Bendell, Luke Jones and Sam Hamilton, while Keith Zanders headed home the main field in the five kilometre, followed by Dale Smit.

Wayne Gee was the first walker home.

Business house racing mooted

By Adam Poulopoulos Eastern States Speedway is hoping to start a new business-house racing series as part of their programme for next season.

The series is one of the initiatives new president Frank Burns and his committee are looking to implement on and off the track in the 2014-15 calendar.

The proposed series will involve three meets of three races, with the car earning points rather than Speedway committee president the driver.

Frank Burns is looking forward to The hope is businesses will the new season enter a car and a team of drivers to compete. the track.

Burns said he hopes the series “We want people feeling what will get new people involved in we do out here every night, and

if it’s successful we’ll run it every season.”

The races will be non-contact, and Burns said he wants the series to promote friendly business rivalry.

“It’s not a smash-and-crash, but we understand there might be some paint-swapping.

“We want to challenge other businesses to get involved. We would like to see the police, the radio stations and others.

“Maybe businesses can put out a challenge to their business competitors.”

Also this season, speedway is running the New Zealand Saloon Car Championships, amongst

other races, while the committee is also considering other changes off the track.

Ticket prices have been reduced, volunteers will be given free membership and the right to vote, and topsoil is being laid around the spectator area to make for more comfortable seating.

Burns said he was excited to work further with the committee.

“Everyone has returned from last year with two more coming on board.

“It’s a strong group. They’ve got great ideas.

“It’s a team effort, and we’re excited to get into it.”

Junior shooters on the mark

Squash Marlburian Megan Craig and doubles partner Kylie Lindsay were unlucky to lose their match against Nicol David and Low Wee Wern.

Craig and Lindsay won the first set, before narrowly losing the next two 11-10, 11-6.

Malaysians David and Wee Wern are ranked first and seventh in the world respectively.

Meanwhile, Papua New Guinea’s Dorothy Boyce lost her doubles match to the other Kiwi pair, Joelle King and Amanda LandersMurphy.

Gymnastics Auckland-based Marlborough gymnast Matthew Palmer competed in the men’s rings final this morning at the Commonwealth Games.

Palmer qualified for the final as one of the top eight in the discipline during the course of the meet.

Earlier, Palmer’s men’s gymnastics team finished sixth in the field.

Elsewhere, Anna Tempero competed as the women’s team finished 12th.

The team was beset by injury, with Tempero herself only just recovering from a knee infection in time to compete.

The victorious Marlborough junior team: Bradley Palatchie, Joshua Leach, William van Asch, Nicole Irvine and Clinton Whyte. Absent: Joshua Schroeder.

Marlborough’s junior smallbore shooting team won the junior title at the Andrew and Faulkner Shield meet, held at Clubs of Marlborough, on Saturday.

The 75th shield event saw 15 teams from around the South Island competing.

Marlborough’s Regan Cowe also walked away with silverware after

getting the top individual score.

However, Marlborough could not retain the shield they won last year, Regan Cowe picked up the coming up with second as the team top individual score at the from Ashley took the crown. event.

Golden oldies tournament Three rugby teams from the Top of the South clash this weekend in the Golden Oldies Tri Festival in Renwick.

The event begins at 1pm tomorrow at the Giesen Sports and Events Centre.

Each of the teams will play each other at least once, with games being 15 minutes long.

The Renwick Valley Vandals will be joined at the meet by the Marlborough Musseleers and the Reefton Rockbusters.

Vandals were formed two years ago, so event organiser and team co-founder Karl Harvey said events like this were important.

“It’s pretty hard for us to get games because we’re new on the block. The only other team in town is Musseleers, and Moutere are trying to get off the ground.

“We’ve been over to Reefton to play a couple of times before so we thought we’d reciprocate and invite Musseleers, who helped to get us up

and running.”

Musseleers halfback Paul Dobson said it was important to get some miles under the belt.

“We need a run. Our season is just starting to get into gear now.”

If anybody over the age of 35 wants to play in the tournament, they can turn up on the day and be allocated into a team.

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