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Story relived Story and photo by Celeste Alexander For those who loved the mystery and beauty behind the story of Alice in Wonderland they will have the chance to relive their childhood’s favourite story this weekend.

Moana MacDonald is only 10 years old but to see her dance on stage is something quite inspirational.

The Riverlands School student will be taking to the stage tonight and all weekend for the dance production Alice in Wonderland.

Continued page 2 Moana MacDonald is one of 250 dancers in the production of Alice in Wonderland.

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Moana dances in Wonderland Continued from page 1 Being held at the Floor Pride Marlborough Civic Theatre, Alice in Wonderland begins tonight at 6:30pm and runs each day through to Monday.

What is special about this production is that it involves the entire Marlborough Dance Studio, with 250 dancers involved all portraying the story of Alice through ballet, Highland, Irish, contemporary, jazz and hip hop.

Moana’s character changes throughout the show starting as one of the mice at the Mad Hatter’s tea party, then as Alice’s tears and

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the red and white roses scenes.

When the Sun visited Moana on set Thursday it was her first time in costume.

“It’s exciting, I can’t wait for the production to start,” she says.

Moana has been dancing with the Studio since age three and a half, and in September she auditioned for the New Zealand School of Dance scholars programme.

Alice in Wonderland will be held at the Floor Pride Marlborough Civic Theatre from December 4 to December 7.

RIGHT: Moana MacDonald in costume under stage lighting.

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Caravan rally brings in Foodbank donations Story and photo by Celeste Alexander A recent gathering of motor caravans in Koromiko has resulted in the donation of money and boxes of food for the Marlborough Community Foodbank.

The Marlborough branch of the New Zealand Motor Caravan Association (NZMCA) held its annual Christmas rally last weekend, bringing together 40 vans.

Within that event over $7000 was spent locally.

Each person attending brought food items for the Foodbank collection, and raffles were held which raised $150.

Marlborough area chairperson Syd Nally, along with committee member Jeanette Harris presented the food and cheque to Marlborough Community Foodbank manager Wynnie Cosgrove on Wednesday.

According to Jeanette the NZMCA has over 60,000 members nationwide who travel through Marlborough regularly, with approximately 500 per month crossing over on the ferry into Picton.

In Marlborough alone there are nearly 900 members.

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inbrief Christmas parades The Blenheim and Picton Christmas parades are being held this weekend.

Blenheim’s Mistletoe Market is on Saturday from 9am to 2pm, leading into the Christmas parade at 3:30pm.

Picton’s Christmas parade is on Sunday from 2:30pm.

Truffle sell out Bohally Intermediate School truffles will not be at the Mistletoe Market tomorrow as they have sold out.

The fundraiser has been a huge success again this year with 62,000 truffles being made and sold by the school.

A few gluten free packs are still available at the school.

RIGHT: Syd Nally, Wynnie Cosgrove and Jeanette Harris.

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Beware of fire risk - you will be liable The Waikakaho forest fire underlines the importance of insurance to rural landowners, Deputy Principal Rural Fire Officer John Foley says.

Landowners are liable for firefighting costs and the costs quickly run into many thousands, and sometimes millions, of dollars, he said.

The latest estimate of firefighting costs for the Waikakaho Valley fire is about $900,000.

“The costs mount up very quickly if a fire gets away and right now the risk of that happening in Marlborough is very high indeed. It doesn’t matter whether you’re a lifestyle block owner or a commercial forestry company; the costs will be recouped so insurance is essential,” Mr Foley says.

Fire investigators are expected to take another week or two to file their report on the source of the Waikakaho Valley fire although Marlborough Principal Rural Fire Officer Richard McNamara has confirmed it began during commercial logging operations.

The light rain falling in Marlborough on Tuesday and Wednesday was not enough to douse the fires still burning deeply at 11 skid sites in the valley.

However good progress is being made and the firefighting effort

has been scaled down to six crews today, including a relief crew from the West Coast, along with two 30-tonne diggers and two bulldozers working at the site.

Control and responsibility for the management of the scene of the fire was handed back to the forestry management companies on Wednesday.

The roads are open again but the general public is asked to avoid the area as fire vehicles and forestry trucks are still moving around.

The current Total Fire Ban in force across the Marlborough District will be reviewed within the next two days. Even if lifted, a fire permit will still be required before a fire can be lit in the open air anywhere in the district.

In Wednesday’s Sun there were two captions with incorrect names.

Sounds Air managing director Andrew Crawford was wrongly identified as MDC CEO Andrew Besley.

The Sun apologises for this error.

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New bottle store for Renwick Woodbourne Tavern and Motel’s bottle store will be going green in the coming weeks as it rebrands as Bottle-O Renwick.

Lots more products and weekly specials and Christmas gift packs will be available with Bottle-O Vouchers.

There will be a special opening day on Thursday December 17 from 4pm.

Vineyard contractor fined The Employment Relations Authority (ERA) has ordered KRSVP Ltd (formerly S & LJ Prasad Ltd) of Blenheim to pay more than $7,500 in penalties for failing to provide employment records requested by a Labour Inspector.

An investigation found KRSVP Ltd was not providing individual employment agreements with all mandatory provisions and failing to produce wage and time records for employees working at Cable Bay Wine in Marlborough.

The employer also tried to deny employing the workers and told the Inspector he was going out of business. Instead, the company had a recent name change from S & LJ Prasad Ltd to KRSVP Ltd. The ERA determination suggests this means the business remains active and is unlikely to be going into liquidation. The ERA determined $7,500 is to be paid as a penalty for the breaches.

The Ministry encourages anyone in this situation, or who knows of anyone in this situation, to call its contact centre on 0800 20 90 20 where their concerns will be handled in a safe environment.

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New fashion brand launched Story and photo by Celeste Alexander Blenheim woman Carolyn Taylor sewed her first top when she was nine-years old.

Now aged 24 her design talent and creativity has helped her to launch her new business which specialises in clothing and handbag design.

Fashion has always been a big part of Carolyn’s world after growing up watching her mother sewing.

“Mum studied fashion when she was young, then she went on to make heaps of our clothing.

“It wasn’t until my last year at college that I decided to pursue fashion design too. It was a toss up between fashion and photography, but I ended up going to Otago Polytechnic where I did my Bachelor of Design and Fashion,” she says.

During the three years of her study, Carolyn was presented

with many incredible opportunities which cemented her focus on fashion, one being a trip to China for the Shanghai Fashion Week.

“I was part of a group selected to go and that trip really made me believe I was headed in the right direction,” she says.

Now back in Blenheim Carolyn has been working for a local sewing store doing clothing alterations, while developing her business idea.

Now she is proud to introduce her brand, Carolyn Taylor.

In addition to fashion Carolyn also does a lot of leather work, designing and making handbags, leather key-rings and coin purses.

Most of what she does is custom designed and to order, although she will have a number of items on show at tomorrow’s Mistletoe Market.

There Carolyn will be sharing a stall with two other designers

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on Market Street, outside SBS Bank.

Anyone interested in seeing

her portfolio can visit www. carolynjanetaylor.portfoliobox. io or her Facebook page.

The humble hanky Story and photo by Celeste Alexander What does your handkerchief say about you?

Is it white or made from the brightest fabric you could find?

Local woman Lucy Trolove has been making handkerchiefs for around four years through her business Humble Hanky.

It has taken her a lot of research and material trials to find the perfect combination for both practicality and fashion purposes, but she now has a selection of what she describes as detailed and beautifully made handkerchiefs.

“Basically my family and I use handkerchiefs and it struck me one day that they were so plain and boring.

“I couldn’t find anything interesting so I came up with the idea of making some.

I sampled about six different weights of

fabrics, gave them out to friends to try and found that the fine cotton lawn weave was the best,” she says.

Lucy sources her fabric from Japan, saying the quality of fabric makes them “incredibly user-friendly”.

“My hankies have also been used in weddings for pocket squares. There is a selection of colours and patterns to suit everyone,” she says.

Also available are neckties and fabric detailed cards.

Everything Lucy has available is sold locally at Cerise Home & Giftware or online at www.humblehanky.co.nz, or visit her at the up and coming Mistletoe Market.

RIGHT: Lucy Trolove with a selection of hankies she sells as part of her business Humble Hanky.

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COUNCIL NEWS Notices Temporary Road Closures

Pursuant to the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965, notice is given that: • High Street between Seymour Street and Market Street adjacent to the band rotunda.

• Market Street North from the intersection of High Street to the courtesy crossing opposite Le Cupp Café.

• Wynen Street from the intersection of Market Street to First Lane.

• Queen Street from the intersection of High Street to Charles Street.

• Charles Street from the intersection of Kings Lane to Market Street.

• Arthur Street from the intersection of Kings Lane to Market Street.

• Market Street from the intersection of Maxwell Road to High Street.

Will be closed to ordinary vehicle traffic on Saturday 5 December 2015 between the hours of 6.00 am to 3.00 pm for the purpose of the Mistletoe Market.

During the period of closure, ordinary vehicular traffic may use the road being closed between events under the supervision and authority of an officer of the New Zealand Police (Traffic Safety Branch).

It will be an offence under the above regulations for any person other than under the authority of an authorised permit to use the road for ordinary vehicular traffic during the period of closure.

Any enquiries should be addressed to Sandra Boyd, Marlborough Roads, Ph: 03 520 8330.

Pursuant to the Transport (vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965, notice is given that on Saturday 5 December 2015 the following Blenheim streets will be closed to ordinary vehicle traffic from 12.30 pm to 5.00 pm for the purpose of the Christmas Parade: John Street - from the intersection of Henry Street to Hutcheson Street.

Seymour Street - from the intersection of Alfred to John Street.

Parking prohibition: Parking of vehicles will be prohibited between 12.00 noon and 5.00 pm in the following streets being the route of the parade. Parade to commence at 3.30 pm with rolling road closures.

• Hutcheson Street from John Street to Alfred Street • Alfred Street between Seymour Street and Market Street North • Seymour Street between John Street to High Street • High Street from Seymour Street to Market Street • Queen Street from High Street to Maxwell Road • Maxwell Road from Queen Street to Market Street • Market Street from Maxwell Road to Alfred Street.

During the period of closure, ordinary vehicular traffic may use the road being closed between events under the supervision and authority of an Officer of the New Zealand Police (Traffic Safety Branch).

It will be an offence under the above regulations for any person other than under the authority of an authorised permit to use the road for ordinary vehicular traffic during the period of closure.

Any enquiries should be addressed to Sandra Boyd, Marlborough Roads, Ph: 03 520 8330.

Thanks to our fire fighters!

Marlborough Mayor Alistair Sowman has expressed thanks on behalf of the community to Marlborough Kaikoura Principal Rural Fire Officer Richard McNamara and his volunteers for the huge effort made by fire crews who responded to the Waikakaho Valley fire.

Most of the crews were volunteers who answered the call; taking time from their week-day jobs and giving up their weekend to work long hours to preserve the safety of our

community, said the Mayor.

“When we see the threat posed by a major fire like this, it reminds us how fortunate we are to have these rural volunteer crews and also that their employers are prepared to release them for this vital work.”

Right:From left Robin Thompson (Planning Manager), Richard McNamara, Principal Rural Fire Officer, Mark Forward (Mapping).

Our street trees are suffering The first casualties of the extended dry weather are emerging with some deaths amongst our street trees. Last season was very dry and there were losses with smaller species and a few mature trees not surviving the conditions. This summer promises to be just as hard on our trees.

Residents can help – by watering street trees with a gentle hand-held hose or watering can.

But please also note that our trees are maintained by our arboriculture professionals. These contractors have responsibility for all street tree pruning.

We ask members of the public (even the expert gardeners amongst you) not to prune or remove trees. Please contact the Council Ph: 520 7400 if you have a problem with a tree on your street berm.

You can help care for our street trees by:

• • • • •

Watering with a hand-held hose Keeping lawn mowers away from the tree’s base to prevent bark damage.

Not spraying or putting lawn clippings around the base of the tree.

Not parking vehicles over the tree roots.

Reporting any vandalism or wind damage.

Marlborough District Libraries Greenwaste services at the Wither Road - Christmas craft and fun! transfer station Join us for some great Christmas crafting fun on the following dates at 3.30pm: Thursday 3rd December Thursday 10th December Thursday 17th December These activities are for both adults and children and will take place upstairs in the Children’s library.

No need to register for these events!

New contractors will take over the Greenwaste service from 1 January 2016.

The new phone number from that date will be 03 578 7097.

There will be no change to the existing processes with greenwaste drops and compost purchases continuing at the existing location just past the Blenheim Transfer Station. There will be no change to opening hours or existing charges.

Please note that greenwaste can also be dropped at the Picton Transfer Station. The fee includes the cost of transporting material to the Blenheim compost facility.

Positive ageing The commonest scams include emails asking you to send money to a friend or organisation, letters saying you’ve won a prize, or phone calls saying your computer needs fixing or your house needs painting.

They’re run by people trying to steal your money or your personal information.

Remember that banks and Inland Revenue will never contact you to ask you to confirm your password, credit card or account details.

Marlborough District Council PO Box 443 Blenheim 7240 New Zealand

beware of scams Never give your bank account or credit card details to a phone caller.

If you get a phone call about your computer – even if the caller claims to be from your phone company never give out your password or any other access details.

Scammers can sound very plausible. So it’s best not to give any information about yourself to strangers – especially on the phone, at your door, or on your computer.

Put the phone down, close your door,

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

or delete the email.

Check with family or friends if you’re not sure whether something is a scam.

Tell relatives, neighbours or the police if you think a scammer has approached you.

These websites have more information: www.consumeraffairs.govt.nz www.theorb.org.nz

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The Sun It’s common sense Why are you people moaning about who rides where down the riverbank, people need to use common sense?

It’s for everybody to enjoy.

Come on people think and act sensible around the area.

CV cost?

Having just come back from Wellington being told by WINZ that they don’t help with getting me a C V together.

Really, it cost me $35.

Too many mailers 13 mailers in our letter box in one day for Christmas products...............

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Sit at home exams?

Sit at home NZCEA exams 2016.

Of course the system will be beaten.

Focus groups of students sitting exams together at one home.

A seperate computer for research.

Mentors or parents assisting to ensure siblings pass.

The electronic generation will beat the safeguards.

Options are limitless and totally corruptive to results.

Next surgeons by extra mural correspondence school or a law degree by multiple choice texting. Hmm.

Softball park Here is an idea for the MDC, close the park down under health and safety act until you can get the work done.

Bikers on footpaths Police say $55 fine if caught.

Too many adults ride on footpaths in Springlands, thinking they have right of way- that’s rude and inconsiderate for walkers.

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I’m sure once the new theatre up and running there won’t be a problem filling up carpark building as there wont be enough room in Clubs of Marborough for cars at both venues.

If you give up and not leave it as a carpark building you’ll be saying there’s not enough parking!!!!!

Blenheim is usually 20yrs behind the time but that building is 20yrs before it’s time.

We don’t shop anywhere there is a charge so all shopping is outside CBD or Blenheim.

It is their own fault they’re in the red buying places not in their business.

Maybe time to get rid of people working at MDC.

New tourist focus Not many know, but cruise passengers cannot take wine back to the boat.

It can be sent by mail.

So, the new concepts must now be sights, sounds and sensations they enjoy to pass on.

Time to reset the goal, this area is ripe for future possibilities.

We must work to satisfy our visitors not simply sit on the wire fences.

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What is the difference between isis and some bobby-calf dairy famers?

No difference at all, they are both cruel and inhumane.

The officer stops woman for not stopping long enough at stop sign, cop has wrote in rubbishing the claim.

This woman is an accident waiting to happen.

She claimed she stopped looked left right left again.

Sorry love you got it wrong, its the other way round, look right left right again when you drive on the left hand side of the road.

Conserve water now Please think about conserving water now.

People still watering on hot windy days, water going down drains and footpaths and wasted on front verges that often weeds anyway!

Don’t wait for restrictions its going to be a long hot summer.

Anit-thief detecting The Warehouse needs to fix their anti-thief detecting machine at the doorway before it turns away customers.

Whenever someone goes in or out of The Warehouse, it starts wailing.

No staff respond to it, indicating that the machine has been left faulty for a while!

Fix it, please.

It’s noisy, annoying and embarrasses customers.

Well done Well done to the lady that picks up other lazy people’s rubbish on Redwood St on her morning walk.

The new seats along Redwood St look ok.

Very nice people seem to think they are for leaving their cans and fast food wrappings on.

Come on Blenheim people we have a lovely town keep it clean.

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Congratulations Principal Rural Fire Richard McNamara and teams for prompt response to fire on Havelocks Mahakipawa hill Sunday.

About 20 minutes first chopper and bucket were working dip filling in the Kaituna River.

Three were working soon after.

Fire plan with filling points very good.

First response by chopper desirable pushed for it in 90s.

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Buy locally Spotlight shop would also be great instead of having to go to Nelson.

Money would stay local .........

Writing for patients Have just read about Loreen Brehauts writing for patients at Hospice Marlborough.

What a wonderful woman you are Loreen.

Not into killing pets Don’t tell us to “Get a life”.

Why don’t you dig a garden.

Plant out vege in rows to get up next morning to see damage cats have done.

This is not just “poop” we are talking about.

Don’t talk about shooting birds they after snails etc.

If you got on made a garden you wouldn’t have time to study rubbish at Mac’s.

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Concerts set to raise the roof Story and photo by Celeste Alexander With Christmas comes beautiful carols and generosity within the community, two things that will be encompassed in two charity concerts this weekend.

The Marlborough Camerata String Orchestra will be performing alongside the Marlborough Singers at the Celebrate Christmas concerts on Saturday and Sunday.

This is an exciting time for the orchestra which came together five months ago, led by conductor Marios Sophocleous.

In fact, a number of the orchestra members are past and present students of Marios who has been teaching music in New Zealand since 1966.

He says the Marlborough Camerata

String Orchestra came together with three objectives.

“We set out to really enjoy ourselves, to provide opportunities for young people to develop their art and to raise funds for charity,” he says.

The Celebrate Christmas concerts will be held on Saturday at 7pm, and Sunday at 2pm at the Church of the Nativity on Alfred Street.

The entry price is $10 per person, with proceeds being donated to the Marlborough Community Foodbank.

RIGHT: Members of the Marlborough Camerata String Orchestra practicing ahead of this weekend’s Celebrate Christmas Concerts.

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Now in its second year, NZ’s Best Milkshake competition encourages all Anchor customers (cafes, petrol stations, food-stores and dairies) to enter their most creative blend.

Kiwis are now encouraged to go out and try these creations, vote for their favourite online and be in to win great prizes.

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Nici will visit the four most popular stores (one in each of the four regions) as decided by popular vote.

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5 minutes with: Jenny Francis Accessman Blenheim

Q A Q A Q A

What meal do you never get sick of eating?

Oysters, whitebait almost anything seafood.

One of my best holidays was...

Vietnam for 3 weeks in 2013.

A real culture shock and the people are amazing and so forgiving about what they went through during the War. My guilty TV pleasure is...

Mrs Brown Boys, how can you not laugh?

Q A Q A Q A

Time to get serious Wasteful water practices are out of step with today’s climate of water scarcity says Marlborough Mayor Alistair Sowman.

He’s appealing for the region to reassess its approach to water use and start thinking seriously about water consumption habits.

“We need to aim for zero water waste, whether we’re in town or in the country.”

Marlborough is as hot and dry as it’s ever been for this time of the year with forecasts suggesting a long, dry summer ahead, elevating the regional fire risk and the prospect of water restrictions for Renwick and Havelock.

Rainfall records are indicating that 2015 could become the lowest annual rainfall year ever recorded.

What would you change about the world?

The senseless killing of innocent people by Terrorist groups across the world.

What’s one thing that you’ll never throw away?

My coffee machine.

Who would you love to have a meal with?

Paul Henry, Meryl Streep, Rick Stein.

Q A Q A Q A

The best thing in your life right now?

My 1 year old granddaughter Harper, a very special addition to the family that we are blessed to have living close to home.

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

My first job was as a sewing machinist for Blencraft Clothing manufacturer.

What’s next on your wishlist?

Travel to Italy. It would be great to trace some family heritage, as my grandfather was Italian.

Christmas Grotto delights Story and photo by Celeste Alexander Some students of Renwick School were treated to a sneak peak of a Christmas Grotto yesterday, put on by local Marie Parnwell.

This is the fourth year that Marie has put together her spectactular Christmas display which has everything from electric trains, dancing Santa bears and interactive singing toys.

“There’s always something new each year,” she says.

The Christmas Grotto is being held at the Renwick Pioneer Church, opposite the Renwick School on Havelock Street and will be open for group viewings before it opens daily in the lead up to Christmas.

As per tradition Marie will be taking gold coin donations for Hospice Marlborough.

The Christmas Grotto will be open for groups by booking only on Saturday December 12 and 19 from 10am - 2pm, and 8:30pm to 10pm. On these days the Renwick Presbyterian Church will have Devonshire Teas available for purchase.

It will then open to the public daily from December 21 through to Christmas Eve at the same times.

To book for a group booking call Marie on Next year’s room 7 students from Renwick School had a sneak peak of the Christmas Grotto.

0278758771.

Restricted Fire Season (Fire by Permit only) Public notice is hereby given pursuant to Sections 19, 22 and 23 of the Forest and Rural Fires Act 1977 for the area south of the Wairau River to the Southern Boundary of the Kaikoura District Council area, including the area south of the Diversion and the area around and including Rarangi, and pursuant to Section 807.1 of the Marlborough District Council Bylaw 2010 for the Urban Marlborough District Council areas of Blenheim, Renwick, Picton, Havelock, Seddon and Ward: That as from 8.00 am on Monday 30 November 2015 a Restricted Fire Season (Fire by Permit only) came into force until further notice.

1. Fire permits are required for all fires in the Open Air during a Restricted Fire Season except for the following: • Gas fired barbecues provided they are positioned at least 2 metres from any dry materials which could catch on fire.

• Approved incinerators incorporating a chimney and

spark arrestor to stop sparks from escaping from the incinerator.

• Any fire with a fully enclosed firebox such as outside burners, pizza ovens, solid fuel fired hot tubs etc • Braziers with a tray to catch falling embers 2. In accordance with Chapter 8 of the Marlborough District Council Bylaw 2010 persons wishing to light a fire in the Open Air within an Urban Fire Service District in Marlborough must also obtain a fire permit.

PROVIDED THAT NO SUCH FIRES SHALL BE LIT OR REMAIN ALIGHT DURING HIGH OR GUSTY WINDS OR WHEN HIGH OR GUSTY WINDS ARE FORECAST. 3. Permit applicants need to be aware of the open air burning rules imposed by Environment Canterbury within the Kaikoura District Council area. Applicants in this area need to check with Ecan before lighting any fire in this area, irrespective of whether or not a rural fire authority fire permit

is issued.

4. A total ban on all fires on any day or days of extreme fire hazard as broadcast under Section 807.1 of the Marlborough District Council Bylaw 2010 or Section 20 of the Forest and Rural Fires Act 1977 takes precedence over this notice.

5. In all cases a person lighting a fire within these provisions shall remain in attendance at the fire until it is fully extinguished.

6. It shall not be a legal defence against claims for damage caused by any fire lit during a restricted fire season or an open fire season with or without a fire permit.

7. All fires burning without a fire permit before this restriction came into force will be illegal and will now require a fire permit.

To apply for a fire permit contact the Marlborough District Council.

Please be aware it could take up to five working days to have a Fire Permit issued in some circumstances.

FOR ALL FIRES RING 111.

YOU ARE REMINDED IF YOU CAUSE A FIRE YOU CAN BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR THE COSTS OF PUTTING OUT AND ANY DAMAGES CAUSED. THIS RESTRICTED FIRE SEASON CAME INTO FORCE AT 8.00 AM ON MONDAY 30 NOVEMBER 2015.

RICHARD MCNAMARA Principal Rural Fire Officer BRIAN PATON MDC Emergency Services Manager GRAHAM LAMMOND KDC Deputy Principal Rural Fire Officer

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8 Nelson Street, Blenheim.

Phone 03 578 6019

Allan takes business on the road Story and photo by Celeste Alexander Bearings & Accessories Centre has welcomed a new sales manager to the team who is taking the business on the road, direct to the customer’s door.

Allan Clough joined the team in August and has spent the past four months introducing himself around and re-establishing contacts.

What makes Allan’s role unique is that he can not only pass on industry knowledge and advice to customers, but he also carries a range of stock items in his vehicle.

“I carry general engineering stock on board as well as safety and personal protection equipment, welding products, abrasives and lubrication.

“It’s about making it easy and convenient for the customer by coming to them,” he says.

Allan’s extensive knowledge stems from his 30 year engineering career.

“I first started out in a sheet metal engineering apprenticeship and have also worked in the engineering sales side, so this new role encompasses the lot,” he says.

Allan joins the existing team at Bearings & Accessories Centre, manager George Suther-

land and in sales, Nigel Kennington, and Yvonne Watson.

“What I am impressed most with is the knowledge base and profes- Bearings & Accessories new sales manager Allan Clough. sionalism within the team.

Marlborough region.

“The way they interact with customers and “My services specialise in the automotive the comradery they show to one another and winery industries mostly, but I am happy makes it enjoyable to be part of the team,” to meet with anyone wanting to find out more he says. about what we can do for them.

Being mobile, Allan visits customers “For me personally, I am looking forward from Kaikoura, right through to the West to meeting with new and existing clients, and Coast as well as everywhere within the to help grow the business,” he says.

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Oils & Lubes Trailer Accessories Power Transmission Mechanical Seals Wheels & Castors Welders Welding Supplies Pneumatic Fittings

Rust ConveRting PRimeR & toPCoat

Visit us in store, or we will come to you Story and photo by Celeste Alexander Bearings & Accessories Centre owners Greg Simpson and Liz McKay were thrilled to welcome new sales manager Allan Clough to the team, saying his expertise with welding supplies and equipment are a great asset to the business.

“Being that Allan’s background is as a tradesman welder, his knowledge in this area really compliments what our team here already offers.

“It’s also been great to have him mobile. It’s putting a face on the road for the business and adds to the personal service we already offer, as not all customers can come to us,” Greg says.

In store Bearings & Accessories Centre has also welcomed some new additions, including a new range of welding and pneumatics products, as well as a line of new abrasives.

“We are always looking for new lines to help our existing customers, and we encourage people who haven’t visited us to call in and view our product range.

“Any questions you may have, we have an excellent team who are on hand to help and share from their huge bank of knowledge,” Greg says.

There are over 20,000 individual stock items on display, with everything from wheels, pulleys and belts through to bearings, springs and oil.

RALLYMIG 161I ALL-IN-ONE WELDING MACHINE

Cutting & grinding

Staff member Phil Walker stocking the shelves.

While Bearings and Accessories Centre is renowned for providing a comprehensive selection of products, two new areas have been introduced

LED TRAILER LIGHTS

including pneumatics, motors and gearboxes.

There is also a substantial trailer components range and specialised tooling area.

Safety Gear

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what’s on in marlborough

- weekend event guide Friday 4 Alice in Wonderland The Marlborough Dance Centre ‘s production based on the Lewis Carroll tale. Floor Pride Civic Theatre, Corner of Queen and Arthur Street, Blenheim. Fri 4th-Mon 7th Dec. Adult: $34.00 Student (u18): $27.00 Child (u14): $22.00. For tickets call 03 520 8560.

Hot art in Havelock The Gallery Havelock, open from 10am to 4pm, seven days a week. Enjoy browsing some of the excellent art on show from talented local artists. Come and have a look in the friendly little gallery at 60 Main Road Havelock.

The Edwin Fox Ship Visitor Centre open every day from 9am, a great all weather and family friendly activity. Come and explore the decks and the depths of the ship. Dunbar wharf, on Picton foreshore. For more information call Karen on 573 6868.

Heritage & Whaling Museum Picton has a collection of some 2000 items of Maori, Whaling, Maritime, Heritage and Textile displays. 10am - 4pm daily, 9 London Quay, Ph 573 8283.

EcoWorld Picton Aquarium Meet the locals up close with amazing New Zealand animals. Touch a living fossil (Tuatara), Little Blue Penguin, have fun discovering animals that live in our beautiful Marlborough Sounds. Up Close Encounters at 11am and 2pm daily. Open daily from 9.30am. Picton Foreshore.

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

The Diversion Gallery Open 12pm - 5pm Wed – Saturdays 10 London Quay, Picton, Ph 573 7376 or 027 440 8121 or www.thediversion.co.nz.

Nicolas Dillon - Observing Nature In his paintings Dillon demonstrates an extraordinary empathy with nature. Millennium Art Gallery, Seymour Square.

Saturday 5 Kiwi conservation club Black Backed Gull banding on the Wairau River. Great opportunity to learn about the braided river environment and the birds that live there. For more information on where to meet ph 0273515428, non members welcome.

If you have an event email Tash at The Sun frontdesk@blenheimsun.co.nz

Mistletoe Market The Lions Mistletoe Market and the Artisan Market working together to bring vibrancy to the CBD. Come along and enjoy the festive atmosphere. Blenheim Town Centre, 9am - 2pm.

Blenheim Christmas Parade Blenheim CBD John St, Alfred St, Seymour St, Market St CBD, Blenheim. 3:30pm. Once again the parade will feature colourful grand floats representing the unique communities of Marlborough. Come and join us to see crazy characters, lively marching bands, and of course Santa Claus!

Rugby Sevens Tournament Port Marlborough Pavilion, Endeavour Park, Picton 2:30pm – 6:30pm. Food and beverage will be available. Bouncy castle for the kids.

South Island Saloon Champs Join us for the 1st round of the DHL Saloon Series plus Farmlands / Gulf Oil Street Race.

Fun for the whole family. Eastern States Speedway, Vintage Lane, Renwick from 6pm.

Celebrate Christmas Church of the Nativity, 76 Alfred St, Blenheim 7:30pm and Sunday 6 Dec 2:00pm. The Marlborough Singers and the Marlborough Camerata String Orchestra Christmas charity concerts. Proceeds will be donated to the Marlborough Community Foodbank.

Entry price is $10.

Sunday 6 Picton Christmas Parade Come join us for a fun day starting with the Christmas Parade through the town and followed by a Concert on the Foreshore.

There will be free Face Painting for the children; Mr Whippy, Coffee Kart and Candy Floss etc, starts at 2.30pm.

Omaka Flying Day Enjoy a great day out with aerial and ground displays of heritage aircraft at our first flying day of the Summer. Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre, 79 Aerodrome Rd, 9.30am 2.30pm. Gate sales only $10 per adults, kids under 14 free.

Rarangi Artisans Bazaar Unique Christmas gifts by local artists. Rarangi Community Hall - Sunday 6th December. Sausage sizzle, real fruit icecream, childrens playground and bike track.

Blenheim Riverside Railway Train departs Brayshaw Park Station as follows; 1.45pm for Beaver Station, Riverside Park, central Blenheim and return, followed by a 3.00pm return trip to Omaka. Fares Adult $10 Child $5 (Omaka $6 and $3) CASH ONLY Combo/Family fares are available.

‘It’s all about the coffee’ Recreational bike ride - all year round departs at 9.00am from AvantiPlus Blenheim, 61 Queen St. Everyone welcome. Register your interest www.bikemarlborough.co.nz

Ulysses Club Meet for a coffee and a catch up Saturday mornings from 10am at the Old Orchard Cafe, The Vines Village, Rapaura Road.

Ulysses rides Ride to Murchison for lunch. Meet at the railway station at 10.15am departing at 10.30am.

Blenheim Rotary Car Boot Sale Every Saturday 8am – 12.30pm at the Railway Station car park, Grove Rd Club Meets Mondays at Clubs of Marlborough. Ph Andy 578 2272 or 021 842 928.

Farmers Market Showcasing the best of Marlborough some of the stalls are Picton Bakery, Koromiko Eggs, Banjo Brews, Traditional Country Preserves, Nuggety Creek, Riverina, Garden Bee Honey, Spudz n Greens, Kaikoura Cheese. Marlborough A&P Showground’s, Cnr Maxwell and Alabama Roads, 9am – 12pm. Buy Local - Cook Local.

Blenheim Menz Shed 4 Dillon’s Point Rd opens 9am - 12pm Saturday. Mon & Thurs 1 - 4pm. Building relationships and sharing skills. Ph Gerry 578 1835.

Mini Putt & Merry-Go-Round Picton Foreshore, 10am every day during school holidays, Today and Sunday, 10am.

Redwood Market 8am - 12pm, Redwood Tavern car park, Plants Produce and Crafts.

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

Picton Men’s Shed “Where men can do what men do best” 9am - 12pm and Wednesday 9am - 4pm.

Phone Rex Green 021 469 191 or Bill Rogers 573 5507 for more information.

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

Marlborough Woodworkers Guild Brayshaw Park, open workshop 1 - 4pm, Every 1st Sunday of the month. Wooden toys for sale. For more info contact Jim 578 8974 or Rod 579 4601.

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

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

Up & Coming 8 December Tuesday Renwick Market at Anglican Church, High Street 10am - 2pm. All sized clothing, kitchen ware, crafts and much more. Phone Tanysha 572 9539 for more info.

13 December Christmas Gift and Craft Fair, Waikawa Boating Club 10am-4pm, Devonshire teas and light lunches available. Come and enjoy the Christmas atmosphere and solve your difficult gift decisions.

13 December Christmas in the Park 5:00 pm Put together a tasty picnic basket, grab the kids and head to Pollard Park in Blenheim on Sunday night for the annual Christmas in the Park.

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

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

Petanque 10am Sunday and 1pm Wednesday, 65A Weld Street – John Ph 577 9789.

Tramping Club We go on tramp’s Wednesday & Sunday, please confirm for travel Ph Mary Ph 572 8762 or marlboroughtrampingclub@gmail. com.

Blenheim Christmas Parade our Blenheim CBD John St, Alfred St, Seym e Onc pm.

3:30 . heim St, Market St CBD, Blen urful again the parade will feature colo com ue uniq the ting grand floats represen join and e Com h. oug lbor Mar of ities mun ching us to see crazy characters, lively mar s!

Clau a Sant se cour of and bands,

Picton Community Early Learning Centre We offer: • above MOE ratio care for 0-5 year olds • 20 hours free for all 3 and 4 year olds • we are WINZ approved • free childcare for under 2 year olds (conditions apply)

Spaces available now Either phone or call in 8am-5pm

Phone 573 7289 | 5 Wairau Road, Picton

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farming Marlborough

Blenheim may record lowest annual rainfall since 1930 This week’s light rain showers are not enough to alter the dry outlook for Marlborough going into summer and water restrictions are on the cards in some parts of the region.

The whole district continues to be dry, with very little rain received in the last seven days.

The lowest annual rainfall recorded in Blenheim was 398 mm in 1969.

Unless another 37 mm is recorded during December, Blenheim will record its lowest ever annual total since records began in 1930.

However it should be noted that in 1969, while rainfall to the end of November was only 341 mm, rainfall of 57 mm then fell in December.

After today, the best chance of any rain over the next seven days will come from a fast moving front crossing the country today

Wasp menace making outdoors hell The high population of wasps in the outdoors is making outdoor recreation outings a horror story says a noted outdoorsman and leader of the new Outdoors Party Allan Simmons.

“Ask any hunter, fisherman or tamper what it is like in our beautiful beech forest in March/April and they immediately will tell you horror stories about wasps,” he says.

“They will tell you you cannot sit down anywhere without being attacked.”

Alan Simmons says fishermen and hunters were particularly vulnerable as the wasps homed in on the fish or carcass.

“Land a fish or shoot a deer and the race is on between you and the wasps who will fight you for the flesh, carving off small chunks and flying them back to the nests.”

He says it was not uncommon to see wasps carving up a large stick insect or a dead bird so it was conceivable wasps were destroying

much indigenous wildlife.

He called on the Department of Conservation to take action against the wasp plague.

“The Outdoors Party believes it is now time for DOC to attack the wasps with all the vigour they have put into opossums. The means to rid large areas of wasps is now available and DOC needs to be planning for next wasp season.

“Outdoors people need to feel confident that they can go into the mountains with having to carry an Epipen or a box of antihistamines.

Peoples lives could be at risk and help is a long way off.”

“Instead of wasting millions on imagined pest problems and dosing public lands with damaging 1080, DOC should be addressing a real pest in wasps.

“Wasps are a public health issue as well as threat to our biodiversity,” he says.

The pick of the bunch

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and tomorrow.

A minor rain event in the upper catchments last Friday brought a very slight lift to some rivers.

However it was not a substantial increase and rivers are continuing to recede steadily with flows amongst the lowest recorded (but not record lows) for this time of the year.

Some restrictions are in place on some of the less reliable classes of water allocated for irrigation but that is not unusual at this time of the year.

Further details of rainfall and river flows can be found in the Environmental data section of the Council’s website: www.hydro. marlborough.govt.nz

Welcome news Federated Farmers has welcomed the Governments decision not to include agriculture in the scope of the Emissions Trading Scheme review announced recently.

The review will assess how the NZ ETS should evolve to support New Zealand in meeting future emissions reduction targets and its ongoing transition to a low emissions economy.

As a farmer you learn quick.

You don’t get anything that you don’t work hard for.

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Food waste to be measured

Excavators 12 to 25 Tonne Bulldozers 20 to 45 Tonne Bulk Haulage 29 Tonne Payload Gravel, Fertiliser, Grape Marc etc Forestry & Farm Roading Vineyard Contouring & Development Effluent Ponds & Dams etc Driveways & Drainage

Phone Charles 021 792 805 03 572 7410 After Hours mcdermotttrans@xtra.co.nz

Research published earlier this year suggested that New Zealand households waste about 80kgs of edible food each year, hundreds of millions of dollars’ worth of food is binned.

After questioning whether Marlborough households were that wasteful, Council Solid Waste manager Alec McNeil has arranged some local research to get a snapshot of what is happening in our community.

Two hundred households selected at random in Blenheim and Picton have been invited to take part in a trial, recording the quantity and type of food they are scrapping each week.

The 200 households have all received a survey form and have been asked to confirm their participation by Thursday 10 December.

The trial will begin early next year.

Mr McNeil expects some people will be surprised by the amount they throw away.

“Our aim is to show how much is wasted. Doubtless some people will realise they

The MDC will be researching how much household food waste there is in the community.

can reduce the amount of food they’re buying.

“I suspect others will be great examples of good planning. What we’re hoping to do is show everyone how they can cut back on waste,” he said.

As well as the actual monetary loss when food was purchased and discarded, food waste contributed to the

leachate levels of our landfill so it was an environmental liability, said Mr McNeil.

“While we suspect that only a very small percentage of the waste going into our landfill consists of perishable food, it still adds to the overall dumping costs met by ratepayers.”

The results of the survey will be released next year.

Rikstay Auto Stay safe this festive season, get your tyres checked now to enjoy a safe and happy holiday.

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Classifieds Advertising Ph 03 577 7868 public notice

R ara n g i A r t i sans Bazaar Unique xmas gifts by local artists. Rarangi Community Hall - Sunday 6th Dec Sausage sizzle, real fruit icecream, childrens playground and bike track.

Partner Wanted Wanting to meet nice, reliable, non smoking woman 4060yrs Blenheim/Picton/ Seddon/Renwick. Ph. 027306859.

situations vacant

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Required

Please drop CV’s into 8 Scott Street or email becjhill@hotmail.com

If you are looking for a varied Health care role as part of a great team, look no further.

We have a fixed term contract covering maternity leave and a permanent full time position available.

Successful applicants to be flexible with hours and experience in the Industry would be preferred, however training will be supplied.

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For further information please contact Lucy Moore, Clinical Nurse Manager on (03) 577 5208 or email lucy@slv.net.nz.

Applications close Friday 11th December 2015

TENDER:

Saturday 5th December – 10am Court seized car, jewellery, ride on lawnmower, 4x4 quad bike, stamp albums, bbqs, tent, bikes And lots lots more…

Viewing 4th December 1pm – 5pm

42 Arthur Street, Blenheim Website:www.marlboroughauctions.co.nz Email: auction@xtra.co.nz

Aquaculture Procurement Manager

Chateau Marlborough Alterations & Additions: Closing 7 December Subcontractors and suppliers are invited to submit pricing for the above tender to: 3 Murphys Rd, Blenheim P: 03 578-9329 F: 03 578-9327 E: johnt@scottconstruction.co.nz Tender Documents available by request

Do you like the idea of working outdoors?

Enjoy being out on the boat? Get a start in the growing aquaculture sector with Talley’s.

We have a fantastic marine career opportunity for a motivated and positive person to join our Mussel Procurement Manager as he checks mussel growth, plans harvest schedules and liaises with mussel farmers and processing facilities.

For enquires Phone 578 3663

Primarily you will have a passion for working outdoors – in particular, on the water - and be able to work and deal well with a vast range of people and personalities.

While mussel procurement experience and a Skipper Restricted Limits certificate (SRL) or the equivalent ILM certificate would be ideal, we will invest in the right person with the right attitude to gain these skills and qualifications.

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Monday 6pm to 7pm No childcare. Enquiries phone 5784851.

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citrus Pruning Gardening rubbish removal

Havelock/Blenheim 30k area Phone David - 027 215 1582

You will also require the following: • be medically fit and able to perform heavy duties • be keen to travel for up to two days per week • excellent communication skills (written and oral) • able to work under pressure and unsupervised • be well presented when the occasion requires.

Please apply with cover letter and CV to: recruitment@talleys.co.nz with subject line ‘Aquaculture Procurement Manager’ or post to Recruitment (Aquaculture Procurement Manager), Talleys Group Management Ltd, PO Box 5, Motueka.

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EXPERIENCED VINEYARD MACHINERY OPERATORS The Seaview Vineyard is located in the Awatere Valley in Marlborough. At approximately 1,000 hectares, it is one of New Zealand’s largest premium vineyards with a burgeoning reputation for the sustainable production of high quality grapes.

Reporting to the Vineyard Manager, we are seeking highly motivated experienced individuals with wide ranging experience in vineyard operations to join our dedicated team. It is envisaged that the successful candidate will possess the following attributes: • Proven vineyard experience with good track record and references • Reliable with a strong work ethic • The desire to join a team which is intent on being the best • Good practical skills • A strong team player • Good sense of humour and can do attitude • Ability to work long and varied hours as required A competitive wage will be given to the successful applicant and transport to and from our Seddon-based vineyard will be provided.

Please send your CV to gareth.goodsir@yealands.co.nz or P.O Box 545 Blenheim.

Alternatively call Gareth on 0274071154.

Diversional TherapisT/acTiviTies person This is a four on four off 10.30am to 5.30pm shift.

If you are an energetic positive person who has an affinity with the elderly and are a team player, then we would like to hear from you. please email reception1@ashwoodpark.co.nz or call at reception for an application form.

Applications close 21st December 2015

Aquacul Procurem Manage

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In New Zealand, Foley Family Wines comprises four award-winning You will ofalso require the foll wineries – Vavasour, Grove Mill, Te Kairanga and Martinborough • be medically fit and able Vineyard, as well as world recognised brands such as, Te Tera, duties Dashwood, Clifford Bay and Goldwater.

At FFW people are passionate about making great wine that • be keen to travel for up to consumers love to drink around the world and every employee contributes to achieving this. • excellent communication ski Due to a structural change we have an opportunity for an Assistant • able to work under pressure Vineyard Manager to manage a small team of vineyard workers • be well presented when the based at our Vavasour Winery in the Awatere Valley. This role will report to the Marlborough Vineyard Manager|GLO. Please apply with cover lett The successful applicant will have o 5-6 years vineyard experiencerecruitment@talleys.co.nz w o Previous leadership experience in a similar role ‘Aquaculture Procurement M o Competence in driving and handling vineyard machinery o Some knowledge of machineryto repairs Recruitment (Aquacultur o Previous Viticulture canopy experience Manager), Talleys Group Ma o Grow Safe o Experience with chemicals PO Box 5, Motueka.

In this role you will: - Supervise permanent and contract vineyard workers on a daily basis to optimise the quality and quantity of the grapes grown on the Awatere Vineyards owned and leased by Foley Family Wines.

- Supervise the operation of all equipment to ensure it is done safely and efficiently; with minimum wastage and downtime.

- Work as required in a hands-on role, operate all equipment safely and efficiently; with minimal wastage and downtime.

- Ensure all training is completed for any machinery operated and all SOPs and Health and Safety policy are adhered to at all times - Be required to work extended hours depending on the season.

Aquaculture NZ If this sounds like you, please email your CV to HR@FFW.co.nz or PO Box 67, Renwick, 7243 attention Assistant Vineyard Manager Position.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit. The Company has a Drug and Alcohol Policy and employment will be subject to the successful completion of a PreEmployment Drug Test.

Applications close on Friday 11th December 2015.

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Friday December 4, 2015 church notices St Lukes’s Anglican Church, Ferry Road, Spring Creek. Join us for Christian worship every Sunday 9.30am, Contact 0273432814.

St Christopher’s Church Thank you to the Marlborough Community for your great support of our annual Market Morning this year.

We appreciate your continued support.

Next year we will be holding our Market Morning on 12 November 2016.

Vivienne Peters Convenor

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Births This Week HOOPER, Lucy Rose: (8lb 7oz) October 31, 2015.

MACDONALD, Oliver Bruce (Ollie): November 27, 2015.

YOUNG, Scarlett Elizabeth Anne: (7lb 6oz) November 28, 2015.

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McGEORGE, Robert James (Bob): November 29, 2015.

SAMSON, Petrine Anne (nee Hansen): November 24, 2015.

TURNER, Colleen Dawn: November 23, 2015.

YORKE, Doreen Cecilia: November 27, 2015.

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LEIGH, Douglas Charles (Doug): On November 28 2015, peacefully at Springlands Lifestyle Village. In his 83rd year. Loved husband of the late Dawn, dearly loved father and father-in-law of Judith and Gary Jensen (Australia), Susan and Wayne Holtham (Blenheim), Dianne and Peter Henderson (Masterton). Loved “Dees” of his grandchildren: Christian and Abby, Jana and Brendon, Stephen and Lauren (Australia), Jeremy and Belinda, Andrew and Kelly, and Lucy. Great grandfather of nine. A donation to Hospice Marlborough, P O Box 411, Blenheim 7240 would be appreciated. Messages may be sent to Sue Holtham, 5 Gingko Place, Witherlea, Blenheim 7201. A family cremation service for Doug has been held.

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Tickled pink night test The pink ball passed the test.

Having just returned from the first ever day/night cricket test between New Zealand and Australia at the Adelaide Oval, the event lived up to the hype.

It’s hard to argue with a crowd figure of 120,000 people over three days.

With some tweaks, it could be a regular fixture for the picturesque Adelaide Oval.

Questions must be asked how the pink ball would go in conditions that aren’t tailored to suit it.

The pitch had more grass than normal on it and the outfield was longer to try to protect the ball, but how would it go on an Indian dust bowl or a cold, windy night in Wellington?

I also don’t think people want a test finishing inside three days - 37 wickets fell in total.

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Also Nigel Llong would be best served to avoid New Zealand for a while.

His DRS decision was one of the worst umpiring blunders since the technology came into use.

Hot spot showed a hot spot yet he chose to ignore the hot spot.

Just pure madness.

It was so bad even the Aussie’s were coming up to me apologising.

The Adelaide Oval itself is a stun-

ning facility.

Since its revamp its become a delightful mix of modern stadia and nods to tradition.

The stadium roof weighs just 69kg but is tougher than steel.

The guided stadium tour which runs on non match days is the best $22 you can spend.

It gets you into the Don Bradman museum which is a cricket tragic’s heaven on earth.

mold the clubs new culture.

The new look paint job was a team building initiative involving Pete, his Senior A team and support staff.

“It was a way of giving our players pride in their club while also showing many hands make light work,” he says.

Senior A Players, the coach and staff donated money then gave up a Saturday and painted the black. New club Sponsor Dave Langham from Creative Signs finished off with a great design and colours that really stand the club out from the rest.

Any new players - children, teens to senior players wanting to be part of the Harlequins rugby club in the 2016 season even if you have never played before can contact Pete Pete Watson and Harlequins senior player on 021 2411465 and he will direct you to representative Richie Harris, with Creative Signs Dave the right person.

Langham. Photo provided.

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If you are one of the many who set their New Year’s resolution for getting fit and active, then the Matt Heagney Memorial Mens La-Z-Boy Duathlon is the perfect way to get started.

The race date is set for Friday, January 29 2016 and organisers are urging people to get in early to register.

The event is in its sixth year and promises to both challenge participants and provide an element of fun.

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King and Queen of the Withers Entries are now open for the 2016 King and Queen of the Withers.

This event will be held by the Marlborough Harrier Club, Saturday 9th January.

Run or walk this popular 10k hill race in the Wither Hills farm park.

Great views over the town across to Taylor Pass and a challenging but fun course attracts participants of all abilities, from first timers giving it a go to some of New Zealand’s top runners.

Enter as an individual, part of a business team (3 team members) or drag your spouse off the couch and enter as a married couple!

Polo League

New season, new direction Recently the Harlequin rugby clubrooms situated at Lansdowne Park underwent a major exterior transformation.

The new look paint job is the beginnings of a new direction the club is taking.

A recent working group was set up to brainstorm how the club would proceed into the 2016 season and beyond, the decisions made were ‘very refreshing’, according to Pete Watson.

Financial pressure, player drain to bigger provinces and a seven day working week all combine to make most clubs struggle, and sometimes have committees over burdened.

“We needed to step back to take a big breath and see the whole picture,” Pete says.

Next year will see the Harlequins Rugby Club focus on family, fun and friends which combined with a few other things will help

The Canterbury Equine South Island Open Polo League started last weekend at Rewi Murray Polo Park on Redwood St. The Blenheim matches, played over 2 days, were they first of four rounds on consecutive weekends in the South Island League.

The eight B grade games showcased three Blenheim teams, while the league games featured two Marlborough players, Ash Reader and Sam Murray.

Results saw the Scan Plus and Bayleys sides come out on top, both winning two matches, while the Blenheim C team won three from three.

Tickets for the matches were sold as a fundraiser for Ronald McDonald House, and generated nearly $10,000 for the charity.

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This year teams are welcomed as are dress ups and there will be spot prizes on the day including for ‘best dressed’, and the major spot prize that could go to anyone who entered prior to the day of a lazy boy chair.

Individual or team entries are available from the Clubs of Marlborough and AvantiPlus Blenheim.

The cost is $25 per person and people aged 13 years and over can enter.

Participants in 2014’s duathlon. Photo provided.

The Marlborough primary school rep team to attend the South Island tournament in Dunedin, January 2016 has been named.

Team as follows: Tom Sloan (c), Kohri Brown, Chris Coull, Ben Holdaway, Benjamin IvoryMcCullum, Aidan Lavender, Joel Lavender, Sam MacDonald, Joel Pannell, Cooper Roberts, Billy Sloan and Will Sutherland.

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