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Pasifika home Plunket rooms to house Pasifika playgroup

Story and photo by Celeste Alexander Ground has been broken and construction is beginning on the Plunket rooms in Redwoodtown this week for a new purpose built playgroup area.

This project is a partnership between REAP Marlborough and Plunket Marlborough and has been in the pipeline for 12 months.

Continued page 2 Dawn Marfell of REAP Marlborough and Kerry Hamilton of Plunket Marlborough are excited to see building begin on the Plunket rooms in Redwoodtown.

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Rooms expand for Pasifika Continued from page 1 The new area will help to support and raise the attendance of Pasifika children in early childhood education.

REAP Marlborough successfully tendered for Ministry of Education funding to extend the existing Plunket rooms to house the area.

There are currently Samoan and Tonga Pasifika established playgroups which are housed at various locations around Blenheim, and there have been ongoing issues with storage of resources and availability of session times.

It’s anticipated that this extension will give the groups priority to extend their sessions which will mean that more families can attend the playgroups.

Dawn Marfell, Early Childhood Educa-

tion adviser for REAP Marlborough, is managing the contract and Kerry Hamilton, community services leader for Plunket Marlborough, is managing the build.

“This project gives us a real opportunity to support Pasifika children into early learning which will help them to reach their full potential later in life.

“It’s also a stepping stone to formal early learning education and kindergarten,” Dawn says.

“REAP and Plunket are part of a wider community project which is working to support and encourage Pasifika families migrating to Marlborough.

“There are many local community organisations that have come together to help build a support system around the

migrants that are often unsupported and unprepared for the New Zealand way of living.

“We see this as a joint community approach which includes input from Pasifika families.”

Kerry says Plunket is ‘delighted’ to be part of this initiative, and even more excited to see work beginning this week.

“Not only does the extension support Pasifika families on their journey, it will open up a lot of opportunities for the wider community through having more space to offer additional services.”

The build is expected to take 12 weeks, finishing mid July, and current services at the Redwoodtown rooms have been relocated to REAP Marlborough and the Blenheim Central Plunket clinic.

Town centre more popular

By Cathie Bell Empty shops in Blenheim’s main streets should be filled shortly, with real estate agents saying there has been a surge of interest by national and local businesses looking to rent properties.

The Sun has been told national chains such as clothing store Black Pepper, Pita Pits and others are looking at setting up in Blenheim, but no-one would comment on that, citing client confidentiality.

Harcourts Sid Doecke says there is ‘quite a bit’ of interest in the Blenheim central business district with some properties getting multiple offers.

“There are quite a few retail inquiries, it’s good out there.

People are doing three yearsplus leases at good market rates, it’s good to see.”

She wouldn’t comment on particular sites, apart from confirming a lease contract had

Leases for four shops and offices above will be available soon when strengthening and renovations finish.

been signed by Sotheby’s for the old Air New Zealand site on Maxwell Road.

First National’s Geoff Dentice says the commercial market is ‘really quite buoyant’ at the moment.

“Leasees are looking, national

tenants are looking, local tenants are looking at moving. It’s pretty sound at the moment.”

He would not cite particular clients, saying contracts are pending.

Bayleys’s Grant Baxter says it is “all pretty busy” for com-

mercial agents at the moment.

“There are all sorts of things happening.”

However, he says it is harder to get commercial deals sorted to the point where they could be talked about and they are ‘harder to get across the line’.

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Government could help get new hotel

By Cathie Bell The Government could help find investors to set up a new hotel in Marlborough, Kaikoura MP Stuart Smith says.

Stuart says he is happy to work with the council and regional tourism organisation Destination Marlborough to ensure officials working on a new Government initiative to match investors with hotel developers are aware of Marlborough’s need for a big hotel to cater for conferences and tour groups.

Several groups have approached the Marlborough District Council to explore building a 100-room plus, five star hotel in Blenheim, potentially on the Wynen Street carpark.

The Government this week launched “Project Palace” to speed up new private sector investment in hotels, saying 26 extra hotels will be needed over the next 10 years to meet expected demand in five main tourist centres.

While the work initially focuses on Christchurch, Wellington, Auckland, Queenstown, and Rotorua, Economic Development Minister Steven Joyce says he is asking NZ Trade and Enterprise to catalogue and present hotel opportunities in other New Zealand centres as well.

“The tourism industry is growing right across New Zealand and we don’t want individual regions to miss out because investors lack knowledge of investment opportunities.”

He says that while there is significant hotel investment underway and planned, this report underlines the size of the opportunities there are to grow the sector in New

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inbrief Seddon hall upgrade A working group of council project managers and Seddon residents are starting work on plans for the $3m renovation of the Awatere Memorial Hall in Seddon.

The hall, although structurally sound, needs work to be brought up to building code and safety standards, and the working group is looking at the hall’s size and layout, to see if extra facilities are needed.

It’s hoped renovations will start in 2018.

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“The Project Palace work will help match make investors with opportunities, and reduce the time taken to fill information gaps that can slow down investment.”

Associate Tourism Minister Paula Bennett says communities right across New Zealand are

benefiting from the unprecedented growth in tourism, and the Government is focussed on ensuring our towns and cities are well placed to host these visitors.

Westpac economists this week highlighted tourism, as well as horticulture and viticulture, as doing well and providing ‘better economic times’ for Marlborough, in the bank’s regional roundup report.

It says ‘strong opportunities for growth’ in tourism in the region, ‘particularly with even more flights being added’.

Air New Zealand has moved all flights to Blenheim onto the larger Q300 planes, increasing capacity on the routes to Auckland, Christchurch, and Wellington.

A spokeswoman says the Blenheim-Wellington route has been increased by 50 per cent.

The schedule is now 32 flights a week, including five each weekday.

The Blenheim-Christchurch route has had a seat capacity increase of 65 per cent, she says.

From 30 October this year, the airline is changing its BlenheimAuckland schedule, increasing flights from 27 a week to 30, growing seat capacity on this route five per cent year-on-year, the spokeswoman says.

The route is currently a mix of 67-seat ATR and 50-seat Q300 aircraft, but from October, it will be exclusively Q300 planes used on the route, she says.

“As in all cases we continue to keep a close eye on all our services – including those to and from Blenheim - to ensure that we are matching capacity to market demand.”

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New agents in town The Marlborough branch of New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty has signed a three-year lease on the former Air New Zealand Holidays store, on Maxwell Road.

The new real estate firm will be operated

by Sophie Greer and Tim Crawford, a former Bayleys Marlborough agent.

Offices open next month.

Kent Street rail bridge KiwiRail has applied for resource consent to replace the Kent Street rail bridge in Picton.

The bridge is on the main route for freight between Picton and Christchurch and runs over the top of the road.

It was built before 1900 but does not have heritage status, the company says.

Council budget There were 383 submissions on the Marlborough District Council’s draft annual plan, and 85 of those will be heard in three days of presentations after Queen’s Birthday weekend.

After that, councillors will decide what to fund at a meeting on June 13 and the annual plan and rates will be struck at a meeting on June 30.

Lazy lunch and firemen Arbour is teaming up with the Renwick Volunteer Brigade to raise money for Renwick School by hosting a long, lazy lunch on June 12.

Proceeds raised at this event will go towards creating emergency kits for enrolled families.

A number of items are being put up for auction, including some of the local fire crew.

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Contest boosts profile Story and photo by Cathie Bell There are many different wine competitions around the world, but some have more impact on profile and sales than others.

Rapaura Springs won five trophies for their 2015 Sauvignon Blanc wines, including the prestigious IWSC Trophy in London, and enjoyed immediate benefit in the domestic market after winning champion Sauvignon Blanc in the New World Wine Awards for their Rapaura Springs Reserve Sauvignon Blanc.

Rapaura Springs sales and marketing manager Mark Bowers says the winery saw an immediate boost in sales and brand awareness because its champion wine was in every New World throughout the country, about 130 stores.

“It has real, tangible commercial benefits if you’re one of the top wines.

“The orders started to flow and our wines were quickly in

front of an important group of consumers. It certainly was that way for us.”

New World says that after last year’s awards, 323,000 bottles of wine, with a retail value in excess of $4.6m, sold in the first six weeks.

Some champion wines were so popular that they sold out within the first 10 days.

The New World wine awards with its ability to have wine available via their store network certainly helped raise the profile of Rapaura Springs, which had its first vintage in 2007, Mark says.

“They do an amazing job of promoting the wines and making the wines available through their in-store execution, the wines are easily found. They dedicate a lot of floor space to the winners.

They’re a great partner.”

Mark says while Rapaura Springs exports a significant amount of wine, the domestic market is still important.

“It’s important to participate

Rapaura Springs sales and marketing manager Mark Bowers, with some of the awards the company’s sauvignon blanc wines won last year.

and not forget about the local market.”

In order to be eligible for entry to the New World Wine Awards the wines entered must retail for $25 or less and there must be at least 5000 bottles available for sale.

The judging panel, chaired

by Jim Harré, blind tastes and judges each wine using an internationally recognised 20-point scale used by other leading wine shows.

Entries to the New World Wine Awards close on Friday, 24 June, with judging taking place over three days in August.

Couple bring businesses to Marlborough

By Celeste Alexander Saddles, off-road truck racing and mechanics, these are the things keeping Onamalutu couple Wayne Hutchison and Sue Rudler busy.

The couple relocated from Auckland three months ago and brought with them their businesses, Altech Car Clinic and Saddle4you.

It was Sue’s work as a saddle supplier and fitter that brought them to Marlborough.

“I was travelling to Nelson and Marlborough every few weeks and on one trip I made Wayne come with me so he could see the area.

“We toured Marlborough, looked at some properties and finally decided to relocate. It’s beautiful here, slower paced than Auckland but we are adjusting nicely,” she says.

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ing a barn on their rural property that will serve as a purpose designed saddle showroom.

“I specialise in pre-loved saddles and am the New Zealand importer of Harry Dabbs saddles.

I love the quality of these saddles and the fit is second to none.

“I also provide a made-tomeasure service and like to deliver the saddles personally.

It’s all about providing the best service to my clients,” she says.

While Sue is busy travelling to see her clients and meeting with locals, Wayne is in the process of building a large workshop also on their property.

He also operates his mobile mechanic service providing all vehicle regular servicing needs. Sue Rudler, owner of Saddle4you. Photo Timeless Images Photography.

His van is fully equipped with all diagnostic scanning tools etc. work is done. marine engines and even aircraft, “I’m a master mechanic with and have the most up-to-date Larger jobs will be taken to his workshop where a loan car can years of experience with Euro- diagnostic equipment,” Wayne be made available whilst the pean vehicles, diesel vehicles, says.

Putake join forces to grow manuka honey market Blenheim-based beekeepers Putake Group have set up a joint venture with Te Puke-based manuka honey products maker Comvita to form a South Island-based honey business to meet global demand for manuka honey.

The companies have signed a memorandum of understanding to form a 50:50 joint venture, named Putake Group Holdings, which would develop a wholesale honey business in the South Island.

Putake owns 1,200 hives and

manages another 2,800 hives through separate joint venture arrangements.

Comvita will pay for its involvement with $2 million in shares, and settlement will occur on July 1.

Putake director Renee De Luca said the deal will align the apiary manager “with a business that has significant industry and market presence, scale and relationships.”

Comvita chief executive Scott Coulter says working with Putake will secure honey supply in the

top half of the South Island as well as providing a platform for future growth.

“The JV will enable us to accelerate the development of a wholesale honey business in the South Island through speed of execution, immediate scale, finance and resourcing to secure supply.”

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COUNCIL NEWS Public Holiday Services

Queen’s Birthday Monday 6 June 2016 Marlborough District Council, Blenheim office will be closed on Queen’s Birthday.

Kerbside Collection: Rubbish and recycling scheduled to be collected on Queen’s Birthday; Monday 6 June will be collected on Tuesday 7 June 2016.

Please have your recycling crate and Council rubbish bags placed on the kerb by 7.30 am.

Transfer Station hours: Blenheim Transfer Station, Resource Recovery, Re-use Centres and Greenwaste Acceptance Facility and Composting will be open between 8.00 am and 4.30 pm. The E-Waste Collection Facility will be closed.

Picton Transfer Station will be open between 8.00 am and 4.00 pm.

Havelock Transfer Station will be open between 8.00 am and 2.00 pm.

Seddon, Rai Valley and Wairau Valley Transfer Stations will be closed.

Landfill The landfill will be open between 8.00 am and midday.

Library Services The Blenheim and Picton Libraries will be closed.

Bus Services The Blenheim Bus Service will not operate on Monday 6 June.

Rating Information Database Pursuant to Section 28 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002 the Rating Information Database of the Marlborough District Council is available for public inspection at the Marlborough District Council Office, 15 Seymour Street, Blenheim and the MDC Picton Service Delivery Centre, 67 High Street, Picton between the hours of 8.00 am and 5.00 pm Monday to Friday.

An electronic version of the database is also available on Council’s website www. marlborough.govt.nz/Services/Rates/RatesSearch.

Abandoned Vessel for Sale The Marlborough Harbour Master is offering the vessel pictured for sale. The vessel is a sloop rigged sailing vessel with a keel hull of wooden construction and is approximately 9 metres in length.

The vessel has sufficient watertight integrity to remain afloat but is in rough, well-worn condition and has considerable growth on the hull.

The vessel is to be sold ‘as is where is’ and the Harbour Master strongly encourages prospective buyers to closely inspect the vessel before making any offer of purchase. Viewing can be arranged through the Harbour Masters office.

Persons interested in acquiring this vessel must contact the Harbour Masters Office before 10 June 2016.

Controlled burn-off coming up on Wither Hills Walking and cycling tracks will close anytime in the next month.

A full fire response team, including helicopter and water tanker, will be on standby and a crew will remain on duty overnight until the work is complete.

• Residents in the Taylor Pass area will receive a letter soon explaining the plans.

• The walking path to the water tanks and the new ‘scenic route’ of the mountain bike track will be closed while the burn-off is underway.

The public is urged to observe all warning signs in the area.

Inquiries about the burn-off should be made to David Aires at Council, Ph: 520 7400.

Don’t be concerned if you see smoke blowing from the Wither Hills sometime soon – a controlled burn-off is planned on the west-facing slopes near Grigg Drive off Taylor Pass Road.

A burn plan has been produced involving the Marlborough District Council, Rural Fire Authority and contractor to clear debris left after a fire in October 2014.

The steep slopes inside the Wither Hills Farm Park make it difficult for machinery to operate so the burn-off is necessary to prepare the 6.5 ha for replanting in pasture.

The controlled burn will get underway once fire authorities decide the weather conditions are suitable – that could be

Getting the emergency messages out across Marlborough A local initiative to relay civil defence messages to some of the more remote parts of Marlborough has been made possible through an agreement between the Council, Marlborough Civil Defence authorities, Marlborough Lines and local radio station Brian FM. The radio station has enabled Marlborough civil defence management to break into its programme when there is a major public emergency like an earthquake or fire. It means civil defence management will be able to broadcast live public safety updates and instructions on Brian FM’s frequencies.

Brian FM broadcasts on

100.9FM in Blenheim, 105.9 FM in Picton, 100.1 FM for Havelock, Pelorus and Kenepuru Sounds, 104.3FM in Seddon/Awatere.

Marlborough Mayor Alistair Sowman says it establishes a fast, efficient single point of transmission of emergency messages across a very wide area, most importantly into parts of the district where communication is difficult.

The extended coverage has been made possible by Marlborough Lines allowing Brian FM to use its sites for its radio transmitters.

In an emergency event, Civil Defence messages will continue to be circulated to all media as well as broadcast live on Brian FM.

Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management Director Sarah Stuart-Black was there for the first broadcast; an advisory message from Mayor Alistair Sowman about the new service.

From left, Marlborough Civil Defence Controller Brian Paton, Marlborough Lines operations manager Brian Tapp, Council CEO Mark Wheeler, Marlborough Lines chairman Ken Forrest with Sarah Stuart-Black and Mayor Sowman.

Evening parking at the Alfred Street car parking building Free parking week nights from 5.30 pm until 7.00 am Free parking day and night all weekend Free, safe night-time and weekend car parking under cover is available at the Alfred Street parking building.

Security lighting helps to • For ENTRY to the building be needed to activate the ensure this a good off-street you will need to take a exit barrier arm. car park in the evening hours ticket from the machine to • The EXIT barrier arms are with just a short walk across make the barrier arm rise raised automatically at 7.00 the pedestrian crossing to the on the way in.

Combined Clubs, Convention • If you choose to leave the pm on weeknights so there Centre and the new ASB building BEFORE 7.00 pm is easy access out of the Theatre Marlborough. then your entry ticket will parking building.

Positive ageing Have you ever thought about volunteering? Volunteers make a valuable contribution to our community and there are many different ways you may be able to help; through an organisation, a service or at individual level.

Volunteers are always needed for a range

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Helping your community of roles in Marlborough. It’s a way of giving back to your community, it can be a source of personal satisfaction and it’s a way to keep up social contact with others.

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For other opportunities, contact Volunteer Marlborough, phone 577 9388 between 10.00 am and 2.00 pm.

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Was freezing today 20 May, aqua jogging pool and aqua fit pool.

You should look after us older folk.

Cheers a grey power member.

Was impressed with Stadium 2000 instructor teaching boat safety to school students last week.

What a great teacher, lots of positive comments to students and an enthusiastic approach.

I learnt heaps as I was aqua jogging along.

Keep up the good work.

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New hotel

How many people from the council have been in a large truck, navigating through the roundabouts of Blenheim???

Putting in a by-pass will certainly help a lot of people out who drive big rigs etc...through Blenheim.

When I first drove up from down south in my wagon with a trailer behind, what a lovely main street, I headed through from Riverlands.

Then Oh what the... Is this!! As I went further through.

It’s very confusing to anyone coming here for the first time to think where is everything.

Major work should be done to centralise where people should be going.

How about an on line questionaire for tourists etc...to see how others view Blenheim?

I’m in favour of a new hotel in Blenheim’s cbd.

Why not?

Hotels attract visitors, they spend and promote Marlborough when they go home.

Corporates visit Blenheim and they bring more business and investment.

Go for it!

Come on Marlborough get behind Mr Macdonald and fight for a bypass.

He has lived here all his life, as I have except for living in Nelson and seeing what the bypasses did for Stoke, Richmond and Brightwater.

All Blenheim town needs is better access.

It was good when Phillip and I went to school.

Just been to the hospital for an operation.

Every staff member I came into contact with Hope the council will finally put a turning bay in for Lower Wairau Road when the new bridge was professional, respectful and caring. gets done.

I feel so lucky to live in Blenheim.

Should have been done years ago.

Or will they just wait for a fatality before anything gets done?

Domestic violence Yes women can be as violent as men.

However the author of the text needs to check the stats on intimate partner violence in NZ. 89% of Protection Orders were made by women against violent men - 9% were made by men.

1 in 3 partnered women report experiencing physical/sexual abuse in their lifetime; of 7 homicides in intimate relationships, 5 are women who were killed; in all family domestic violence stats the vast majority of violence is perpetrated by men onto women.

Women’s violence to male partners is often a result of self-defence against abusive male partners.

Violence also includes psychological violence and most often goes unreported.

Domestic violence in NZ is a gendered issue based on historical beliefs of women’s inequality and subordination.

Great asset Go those young guys working on upgrading our skate park!

That place is an asset - my kids love it there.

Good thinking To the lady wearing her onesies at Taylor River the other day.

It was gold.

Good to see you taking your dog for a walk and keeping warm at the same time!

Please slow down Why can’t the people of Marlborough slow down at roundabouts?

Recently a truck nearly overturned from literally speeding over one down Alabama Rd.

New name?

I see there is a push to change our towns name to Marlborough.

Well I think that if we change the name I would like to see it become Wairau.

Really - change town name for wine industry!

Good advertising companies would be able to sell wine AND the town.

Aren’t wine co’s getting value for advert dollar?

A wonderful venue to view the final show of Mamma Mia. ‘Thank you’ to the broad shouldered man who shared his Quick-eez tablet with me to help relieve my pre show over indulgence.

Today (Monday 23rd of May) I saw a Marlborough Girls College class down at the Taylor River taking a lesson and they were very well mannered and stuck to the left of the path!

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Rename Blenheim?

Yeah, call it The Beaver and build a 3 metre tall plastic animal on one of those roundabouts.

That’ll bring people to town.

Marlborough City. Of course.

This justifies the new council building and (ahem) another NEW better theatre-oh yes, already being discussed!

Sound like drunk talk, but who is going to benefit - grapes, at your expense!

Thanks very much to the RNZ Ballet.

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Game of Thrones.

I’m inspired by...

Anything that stirs emotion and makes me feel alive. Even negative and traumatic experiences can be turned into positive inspiration.

How do you want to be remembered?

I’m not fussed about all that but when I finally go, I’d love for everyone to have a big party with music and lots of laughs.

Who would you love to have a meal with?

Sir David Attenborough.

Measles confirmed A second confirmed case of measles has been found in Nelson and health authorities are encouraging people to make sure their vaccinations are up to date and to watch out for any symptoms of measles.

Regional GPs are on alert to possible cases presenting and will assess and notify the Public Health Service if appropriate.

Medical Officer of Health Dr Andrew Lindsay says the best way to avoid getting measles is to make sure you and your children are up to date with the MMR (Measles Mumps Rubella) vaccine. Check with your GP to be sure.

People need to be alert to the early symptoms of measles, which starts with a fever and usually a cough or runny nose, and perhaps sore, red eyes before the rash appears.

He says they should stay at home with any symptoms; phone and discuss any symptoms with a GP or practise nurse, rather than putting other people at risk by visiting a GP, after-hours GP or hospital ED unit.

“Measles is highly infectious to non-immune people and can spread to others in a waiting room.”

The second case is related to the young person who caught measles while in Hamilton last month.

MARLBOROUGH WEDDING SHOW – 2016 –

Come and be informed and inspired by the top of the South’s wedding professionals. $5 entry with proceeds to Child Cancer

Sunday May 29, 2016 10am - 3pm Marlborough Convention Centre 42a alfred Street, blenheim

Wednesday

Q A Q A Q A

What’s your fondest childhood memory?

Staying up late and skateboarding or riding bikes with the other kids in my hood. That was rad!

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

I wear onesies in the day time and talk to my fish.

What’s next on your wishlist?

To finish the build on my 1963 Mark III Ford Zephyr.

gardening

this week with Wally Richards

Club root A reader this week asked me about club root disease and if I would write an article on the subject.

Club root is a disease that effects cabbages, broccoli, cauliflower, brussels sprouts, radishes, turnips, stocks, wallflowers and other plants belonging to the family Brassicaceae (Cruciferae). It is caused by Plasmodiophora brassicae, in the group of diseases called Phytomyxea.

The common name, club root, is as a result of the damage the disease does to the roots of its host plants, massively deforming them into club like lumps.

From T.A. Zitter, Dept of Plant Pathology, Cornell University: “When soil conditions dictate, the resting spores of the pathogen germinate to produce zoospores, which are able to “swim” by means of flagella to infect susceptible plant root hairs.

“The germination of resting spores requires moist, acid soil and can occur over a wide temperature range of 12° to 27° C. “Disease development is favoured by high soil moisture and soil temperatures between 18°-25° C. “Although club root has been found in soils exhibiting a wide pH range from 4.5-8.1, the disease is primarily associated with acid soils.

“Within the infected plant roots, the organism develops rapidly, causing an increase in the number and size of cells, which results in “clubbing.”

“During the development of the organism in the plant, new zoospores are produced; these are capable of infecting the same plant or adjacent plants and, thus, repeating the cycle.

“Eventually, resting spores are formed within the diseased plant tissue, and these are released into the soil when the plant roots disintegrate.”

Club root spores can rest for between seven to 21 years in the soil without any host plants, which makes it a real problem if you are unfortunate to have it in your gardens.

I remember when I was young a friend’s father

had a market garden in Awapuni, Palmerston North along with several other market gardeners in that area. South of Palmerston North it was rich river loam from the Manawatu river and ideal for vegetable growing.

That was until club root got into the area making it impossible to grow brassicas hence the market gardens disappeared giving way to housing.

The land is still heavy in club root disease as wild turnips can be found in their stunted growth keeping the disease operational.

If you do not have club root and enjoy growing cabbages etc then you need to take precautions to prevent the soil from becoming infected.

As club root is a soil borne disease, be careful about introducing soil from other areas which means new top soil, soil on tools or boots, plants from other places grown in soil including bundles of plant seedlings that are soil grown.

For gardens which have the disease there are several things you can do to live with it and still grow cabbages etc.

What happens is when brassicas seedlings are planted and grow to a certain stage their growth slows down, leaves turn yellow and droop, then before long growth stops completely.

The roots have become so infected that no moisture or food is available to the foliage and the plant dies.

Continued Friday June 3

Problems ring me at 0800 466464 (Palmerston North 3570606) Email wallyjr@gardenews.co.nz Web site www.gardenews.co.nz

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Caroline McCarthy Director: McCarthy Law 1 Russell Terrace, Blenheim

What does your role entail?

Managing our law firm McCarthy Law and assisting clients from all walks of life in legal matters from “Cradle to Grave”. This includes representing parties and children in family court matters, relationship property, trusts, estate planning (Wills and Enduring Powers of Attorney), conveyancing and a myriad of other legal matters that affect us all throughout our lifetimes. What I cannot help with, I happily refer to someone who can.

What has been your biggest achievement?

It may sound corny, but actually it would have to be being married to the same man for 25 years and raising our three sons in the hope they will achieve independence.

Why do you love what you do?

I really enjoy problem solving and reaching a result that works for the client. And somewhat shallowly, I love to dress up!

How do you define success?

Happiness.

What do you do in your down time?

Ride my bike as much as I can, get into the outdoors as much as I can and exploring this wonderful country of ours.

What is your favourite inspirational quote?

Carpe the hell out of this Diem!

Contact: Caroline Ph: 03 578 7361 Email: caroline@mccarthylaw.co.nz

Wendie Cantwell

Owner: Cantwell Joinery 15 Bristol Street, Riverlands, Blenheim What does your role entail?

Keeping our joiners on their toes haha! My main role is to keep our CNC running, whether that is processing jobs, writing programs or operating the CNC when the boys are run off their feet. When I am not doing that, you will find me in the office organising jobs, designing, quoting or meeting with clients.

What has been your biggest achievement?

Working alongside my father, learning from him and making my place in a male-dominated industry.

Why do you love what you do?

I thrive on the challenges, and I love to create things. The most rewarding part is coming up with something that exceeds expectations but still fits the brief. It is also rewarding to see jobs I have been involved with around the area.

How do you define success?

When you set your mind to something, or make a goal and achieve it by excelling your own expectations. Or when you have achieved a win win situation.

What do you do in your down time?

What’s that! Go fishing with friends and designing makeup storage which I do as a hobby.

What is your favourite inspirational quote?

I have two favourites: “Whether you think you can or you think you can’t, either way you are right” and “A worry is a dividend paid to disaster before it is due. Never worry.”

Contact Wendie: Ph: 578 3375 Email: cantwell_joinery@xtra.co.nz

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Nicola Smith

Senior Therapist at Marlborough MediSpa 10 Inkerman Street, Renwick What does your role entail?

As a senior therapist I’m involved in all aspects of massage & beauty services. Passionate about skin care, I advise on how to enhance and maintain your skin with treatments, products & nutrition. As well as beauty, I find massage therapy immensely satisfying through seeing clients become pain free.

What has been your biggest achievement?

Being a country girl, over the past few years I have teamed up with a stud breeder in North Canterbury to work with children from the local high school to break in the cattle and get them ready for the A&P shows. Seeing the kids going from being scared of the animals to creating a bond with them, then competing and doing well, is extremely satisfying and rewarding.

Why do you love what you do?

I love my career choice as it gives me a variety everyday and it is very results driven.

Whether the results are with facial treatments or as simple as waxing there is always a noticeable difference.

How do you define success?

Success to me is client stating “My headaches are gone” or “look at my skin it’s amazing!

Even my husband has commented” That’s success - ‘Happy Clients’ and the trust and bond that I’ve formed with them.

What do you do in your down time?

I’m a country girl at heart. I was brought up on a large farm in North Canterbury, so when I’m not at work I’m out with my partner on his farm working with stock or hunting.

What is your favourite inspirational quote?

What is the difference between a master and a beginner? The master has failed more times than the beginner has even tried. A baby doesn’t try to walk, fall over ten times and think “maybe this isn’t for me.”

Contact: Nicola Ph: 03 572 8478 Website: www.marlboroughmedispa.com

Nanci Lanoue

Clinical Audiologist at House of Hearing 23 Henry Street, Blenheim What does your role entail?

As an audiologist my goal is to help people communicate more effectively by hearing what loved ones are saying.

Every day we take for granted hearing the sounds of nature, children laughing, listening to secrets whispered to us, and taking part in family gatherings around the dinner table. When hearing loss creeps up on us it robs us of these special moments. I like to think I play a role in restoring these sounds.

What has been your biggest achievement?

I am originally from Calgary, Alberta, Canada. So traveling halfway around the world on my own adventure has been a huge feat for me!

Why do you love what you do?

I get a glimpse of wonder when someone can hear something they have not heard in years.

How do you define success?

I define success by knowing I have made a small difference in other people’s lives. If I have been able to impact how someone goes about their day-to-day life and made it easier and more enriching then I feel I have done my job.

What do you do in your down time?

I enjoy creating crafts, reading, walking in nature, driving around the countryside taking in the scenery, and spending quality time with friends and family.

What is your favourite inspirational quote?

“If you can’t fly, then run, If you can’t run, then walk, If you can’t walk, then crawl, But whatever you do, You have to keep moving forward.” - Martin Luther King Jr. Contact: Nanci Ph: 03 579 5353 Email: nanci@houseofhearing.co.nz

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what’s on in marlborough

- weekend event guide Friday 27 Pelorus Netball Club Quiz Fundraiser for Rachel Pihema Giesen Sports and Events Centre, 8 Uxbridge St, Renwick, 7pm. Email teams and contact information to: nadiacrighton@ gmail.com. Come along for a wonderful night out, heaps of prizes, raffles and more.

Fun and laughter guaranteed! Book early to avoid disappointment!

Pink Ribbon Breakfast For NZBCF Allan Scott Family Winemakers, Jackson’s Rd, 9–11am. Have a delicious breakfast in our Twelve Trees Restaurant which includes a glass of the Allan Scott ‘pink bubbles’.

Dress in pink, and bring loose change for raffles, truffles and other fundraising merchandise. Bookings to phone: 03 5727123, or Email: twelvetrees@allanscott.co.nz.

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.

Blenheim Library Book Sale Good quality used books including adult books - hardback, paperbacks and children’s books - Great Value. From 50 cents to $4.00. Blenheim Library, 9.30am-6pm.

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

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

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.

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

EcoWorld Picton Aquarium Meet the locals up close with amazing New Zealand animals. Touch a living fossil (Tuatara), Little Blue Penguin and 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.

Mini Putt & Merry-Go-Round Picton Foreshore, 10am Saturday and Sunday, 10am.

Peters Doig Marlborough Art Awards Yealands Estate Marlborough Gallery, 204 High St. The 2016 Peters Doig Marlborough.

Exhibition Season on daily untill Sunday 29th May, 10.30am-4.30pm. A renowned national exhibition attracting artists nationwide.

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.

Saturday 28 Variety Concert Vanuatu Mission Trip Fundraiser.

Elim Church Centre. 7.30pm, $10 adults, $5 children, $20 family. Local talent and supper provided. For more info phone 5780407.

Blenheim Library Book Sale Good quality used books including adult books - hardback, paperbacks and children’s books - Great Value. From 50 cents to $4.00. Blenheim Library, 10am-1pm.

Sleeping Beauty ASB Theatre, 11am and 7pm.

Sharon Rennie School of Dance is proud to present this year’s annual performance of The Sleeping Beauty. Students of the Sharon Rennie School of Dance range in age from as young as 3 years old to mature adults. Buy tickets – 03 5208560.

Redwood Market 8am-12pm, Redwood Tavern car park, plants, produce and crafts.

Rowi Kiwi Blessing Ceremony Waikawa Marae, 210 Waikawa Bay Rd, Picton, 12:45–2:30pm. Join us at the formal handover of kaitiakitanga of rowi kiwi from Te Runanga o Makaawhio to Te Atiawa and a blessing for our new rowi kiwi creche at Kaipupu Point Sounds Wildlife Sanctuary.

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

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.

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.

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

Floor talk with Artists Craig Bluett & Wendy Murphy Millennium Public Art Gallery, 2–3pm. Part of WW100: Remembering WW1-100 Years On. Floor talk about the exhibition of prints and drawings, ‘When the Lighthouse Fails’.

Sunday 29 Marlborough Wedding Show Marlborough Convention Centre, 42a Alfred Street, 10am–3pm. Here, you’ll have the chance to speak with specialists, see products up close and gather inspirational ideas to help plan your wedding. Bring your fiancée, your mum, your bridesmaids or your whole bridal party. Goodie bags for the first 100 bride-to-be’s and a bridal show from 1:30pm.

Blenheim Roller Skating Club College Park, Stephenson Street. Every Sunday 1-3pm. $5 for hire of skates or $2 if you have your own. Come have a go, all ages and skill levels welcome.

‘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.

Blenheim Library Book Sale Good quality used books including adult books - hardback, paperbacks and children’s books - Great Value. From 50 cents to $4.00. Blenheim Library, 1.30-4.30pm.

Marlborough Museum Sunday Series Reverend Samuel Ironside’s missionary work at Port Underwood 1840-1745. This will be presented by well known Marlborough historian Barry Holdaway. Afternoon tea in the Museum foyer to follow the presentation. 2-4pm, gold coin donation.

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

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

Marlborough Farmers Market 9am to 12noon, every Sunday.

Come and enjoy the last fortnight of shopping and brunching in the fresh air - tasting and selecting local farm fresh produce. Our Winter Market starts 12th June. A&P Showgrounds, Cnr Maxwell & Alabama Rds. 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 5779789.

Associated Modellers Society Model boat and yacht sailing at Brayshaw Park every Sunday afternoon, 1-4pm. Miniature steam engine rides at Brayshaw Park, 1st and 3rd Sunday each month, 1pm-4pm $2.

Marlborough Guild of Woodworkers 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.

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

All welcome.

Up & Coming Tuesday 31 May World Smokefree Day Blenheim Town Centre, Market Street, 7am– 12pm. This year the Smokefree Marlborough Coalition is challenging cafe and restaurants to make their outdoor dining areas smokefree for the day - #smokefreeallday.

Thursday 2 June Marlborough in the Movies “The Final Flight”- an award winning documentary with ‘Dog Show” host John Gordon telling the story of Marlborough airline Safe Air, plus “The Kaikoura UFO’s”- at last the true story about this world famous UFO mystery. Anglican Church, 54 High St, Renwick.

7.30pm, $10 includes tea and biscuits.

WOODY GOODY BAGS

K TRUC S LOAD H A$ OF C CLOTHING PACKS

3rd, 4th, & 5th June Queen’s Birthday Weekend

WEIGH IN SUNDAY 5th June - 1pm ‘till 3pm

PRIZE GIVING 4.30PM LIVE MUSIC from 7PM SPOT PRIZES for OPEn and TEEnagER groups

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The joy of second-hand

Grubby clothes?

Let kids be kids and save money If you have children who attend preschool, kindergarten or school then you will know how easy it is for them to get grubby.

This is all part of the fun for young children but when parents are having to purchase new clothing regularly due to rips, stains and clothing being lost, it can add up quickly.

Instead of buying new, why not shop second-hand?

You can still find good quality second-hand clothing, at really affordable prices and if they get lost or torn, it’s not going to break

the bank.

One idea is to have a separate drawer for everyday school, kindy or childcare clothing and the ‘good’ clothing can be stored in another.

And with kids being as creative as they are, they might like to decorate old t-shirts, have iron on patches and show off some of their individuality... without it being costly.

Kids love making mudpies and playing with water, so save their good clothing.

Creative ways to upcycle and reuse If you’re the type of person who loves searching for second hand treasures and turning them into gorgeous DIY projects, you will be inspired by these ideas.

Old door frames can be sanded back, restained or given a shabby chic look then converted into a coffee table or frame for a standing mirror.

Old cassette tape cases are a great idea for gift card boxes. Use your creativity when decorating them.

Tennis rackets can be turned into mirrors and hung throughout the home to add something unique and different.

Replace the centre of the racket with a mirror. You could even repaint the racket to match your decor.

Old books are a common sight in second-hand stores. One project you could tackle is to create a desk from neatly stacking books of differing sizes, colours and shapes.

Glue them as you stack, kind of like brick laying, then add a glass top for a clean desk finish.

Indoor vases can be made from wine bottles as they are a great shape to work with. Create your own flower holder or table centre piece by covering the bottle in twine, magazine pages or other fabric for a stand out look.

Cupboard drawers can be turned into striking shelving. Paint, wallpaper or stain to match it to your decor.

Mason jars are a great option for growing herbs in the kitchen or planter wall. It’s cool to see the soil and it will give your home an earthy vibe.

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St John Community Shop

B4 U DUMP In more than 15 years of trading we have donated over $300,000 to Marlborough community organisations.

We sell a wide range of affordable household goods, clothing, toys, hardware, furniture and much more.

We gladly accept donations of saleable household items. (Phone for details).

We pick up and deliver. (Conditions apply).

Business hours: Mon - Fri 9am - 3.30pm Saturday 9am - 2pm 46 Seymour Street, Blenheim - parking available T: (03) 579 4353.

Check out our facebook page.

Our ambulance needs your help

Phone 578 1754 Estate clearance Downsizing Garage Sales General Items Please recycle your goods thru us

Boyce Street, Springlands

Pre-loved shopping at its best!

See you at The Hospice Shop Redwoodtown 78 Cleghorn St (03) 579 4686

Our Op Shop will raise necessary funds to help feed and care for the abused, unwanted animals in our area.

Open Monday - Friday 10am - 4pm Saturday 10am - 2pm 32 Grove Road Ph: 579 4860

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To advertise your business, call Jill, Bonnie or Simon today.

Phone now 03 5777 868 Total market coverage in Marlborough

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BEAVERTOWN BLENH

Bride 2016

of the year

Saturday 30th July 16 We invite all brides married or residing in Marlborough between 12th July 2015 and 20th July 2016 to enter the Bride of the Year Show held at Clubs of Marlborough.

Bride of the year tickets going on sale early

By Celeste Alexander The Beavertown Blenheim Lions Bride of the Year Show for 2016 is still two months away but people are already inquiring about purchasing tickets.

According to committee member Noeline Stewart, the Clubs of Marlborough is fielding requests for tickets much earlier than previous years, and 200 tickets will go on sale next Monday.

“Because of all the interest we have decided to make the tickets available earlier this year. This means that people will have to get in quick as there’s quite a lot of demand already,” she says.

Tickets cost $40 each and include a glass of wine or juice on arrival and light finger foods at half time.

Wedding cake will also be served, courtesy of Mrs

Vercoe’s Cakes.

The format for purchasing tickets has been made easier this year for the convenience of those wanting to book for small or large groups.

Tickets and a seating plan will be available at the Clubs of Marlborough for those purchasing tickets.

People can look at the plan and book individual seats or tables of 10.

“Tickets are limited to 200 so people need to get in quick to avoid disappointment,” Noeline says.

Bride entries are still being accepted. Entry forms for brides are available at the Sun office on High Street, Blenheim or by emailing bblbrideoftheyear@gmail. com. The cut off is July 20.

Entry costs $20 per bride.

If your wife, daughter, sister or friend is entering this year’s Bride of the Year Show make sure you buy a ticket early. Pictured from last year’s show is Sorayah Lindstrom and husband Andrew. File photo.

A smokefree Marlborough call C a fé a n d r e s t a u r a nt s i n Marlborough are being challenged to make their outdoor dining areas smokefree all day for World Smokefree Day on Tuesday 31 May. The Marlborough Cancer Society and Nelson Marlborough Health’s

All enquiries please email bblbrideoftheyear@gmail.com Entries close 20th July 2016 Proceeds from this year’s event will benefit St John Ambulance & Marlborough Stroke Club Bride of the Year Blenheim

Public Health Service are working with the Smokefree Marlborough Coalition to expand smokefree community spaces in Marlborough.

Anna Small from the Cancer Society says they are encouraging Marlborough businesses to go smokefree voluntarily.

“Cafes and restaurants like Gramado’s, Brancott Estate Heritage Centre and Raupo have been completely smokefree for a number of years and are great examples of how smokefree policy can be implemented successfully,” says Anna.

STUART SMITH MP FOR KAIKOURA

With our daughter Fenella Smith and Youth MP Tim Ryan after laying a wreath at the Blenheim Anzac Day service.

Receiving a briefing from the Marine Farming Association with the Regional Economic Development Caucus Committee on their visit to Marlborough.

At Marlborough Boys’ College with US Ambassador Mark Gilbert after hosting his visit to the school.

On a visit to Carbonscape with the Regional Economic Development Caucus Committee.

After Roger Collett said in the Sun that he’d love to have a meal with the Prime Minister, it was great to make that happen.

Showing the Prime Minister around the ASB Theatre.

With the Prime Minister and Cancer Society staff Janet Steggle, Zoe Gray, Hilary Gill and Anna Small at the Cancer Society Mother’s Day morning tea.

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Open 7 days. Phone 5784851 to book a lane now.

Winter Hours

Going to the theatre tonight?

Book in and dine with us before the show and you will receive a free glass of a selected local wine.

Starting from 5.30pm.

Bookings essential.

Phone 03-577 8822 or info@raupocafe.co.nz

Burleigh Memorial Olive Grove Harvest The Marlborough RSA (MRSA) will be carrying out the annual olive harvest at the Burleigh Memorial Olive Grove (opposite Carters at the Burleigh Bridge on New Renwick Road) over Queens Birthday weekend Friday 3 June to Sunday 5th inclusive and we are now calling for volunteers to register their interest with Reception at the Clubs of Marlborough 5781059 or 5785230 or email mrsa@clubsofmarlborough.co.nz Alternatively, you can just turn up.

This year’s crop is another “par excellence” and will eventually be bottled and sold to not only to provide funds for the MRSA Welfare Trust Fund but also to ensure sponsorship of names for the Memorial Wall.

Morning and afternoon teas are provided with each day starting at 9:00 AM for volunteers and our first day of harvest is Friday 3 June.

J. L. Forrest President MRSA People Helping People

SHARON RENNIE SCHOOL OF DANCE

presents

Sleeping Beauty

Saturday 28 May 2016 11am & 7pm

Tickets now available

ASB Theatre Blenheim Adult $25 Child (U 18) $15 Senior (65+) $20 Child under 5 Free Service charges will apply.

www.mctt.co.nz/events/sleeping-beauty

Starting from 7th June, 2016 Take-away coffees from 7am Restaurant open at 8am for breakfast Dinner service stops at 9pm (9.30 with reservation only) Desert and coffee until 9.30pm.

Thank you for all your support

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wanted

lost & found

situations vacant

Wanted shed/garage space to rent. To fit a 7metre trailer in exchange for free lawn mowing services. Rarangi, Spring-Creek or Tua-Marina areas preferred. Phone Dave:022 504 4220.

L OST - H u b C a p around areas of Springlands, Battys Rd, New Renwick Rd, Fairhall, Redwoodtown.

Ph: 5787221.

PRUNERS REQUIRED for small vineyard, 8200 3 cane sauvignon, 6900 2 cane pinot. Starting immediatey. Ph Kevin 027 2378 327.

WANTED - One or two bedroom house for removal, Phone Frank 578 3557.

wanted to rent Mature couple with references URGENTLY seeking 2-3 bedroom house. Prefer logfire, garage/woodshed. Ph: 0211394344 or 5794558.

garage

SALES • House removals • Office relocations • Furniture removals No job too big or too small Ph 03 578 3663

Friday May 27, 2016

work wanted Fences, Decks and boardwalks erected.

Blenheim, Picton including Sounds. Phone Dom 0210690106.

Experienced Pruners Start June 7th 2016

Ryan Lawnmowing. Free quotes, Ph/Txt 0223226515.

PAINTER

(contract rates apply) Must be fit and have no criminal convictions - drug testing may be undertaken Text name and contact number to 021 775 694

NO GST Labour only Free quote Ph Gavin 0210 8656 568

NE L SON STREET- signs out 8am Saturday.

Household lot of goodies.

L EE ST R EET Saturday, signs out 9.30am. Womans & childrens clothes & household goods.

church notice Lighthouse Christian Fellowship Senior Citizens Hall, 166 High Street. Sundays 10 a.m. All welcome. 5785030.

CLEANING/KITCHEN ROLE This is a rewarding fulltime position

If you: Enjoy working in a team environment and have a passion for caring for the elderly We would like to hear from you.

Please call at reception for an application or email ross@ashwoodpark.co.nz Applications close 31/5/2016

Nativity Anglican Church 76 Alfred Street, Blenheim.

All welcome to our services Thursday - 10am Eucharist Service Sunday - 8am Traditional Eucharist Service 10am - Family Service 7pm - Evening Service

Annual General Meeting Date: June 30th 2016 Time 12.30 Place: Nativity Church Lounge Election of Officers Presentation of Annual reports Notice of Motion: “that in accordance with the Charities Services standards the Blue Door no longer requires the services of an Auditor” Light lunch will be served All welcome Public Notice - Form 7 Section 101 Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 Fabio Mariano Ficagna & Carlo Meneghin of 75 Murphys Road, Blenheim have made application to the District Licensing Committee at Blenheim for the issue of an On Licence in respect of the premises situated at 5 Dodson Street, Blenheim, Marlborough District know as Rocco’s Italian Restaurant.

The general nature of the business to be conducted under the licence is Restaurant.

The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is (or is intended to be) sold under the licence are Monday to Sunday 8am - 1am following day.

The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the office of the Marlborough District Licensing Committee at the Council Offices, Seymour Street, Blenheim.

Any person who is entitled to object and who wishes to object to the grant of the application may, not later than 15 working days after the date of the first publication of this notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with the Secretary of the District Licensing Committee at PO Box 443, Blenheim 7240.

This is the first publication of this notice.

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CHURCH SERVICES 10:00am Every Sunday 4 Alana Place Witherlea Shopping Centre All Welcome JESUS IS THE ANSWER

If you: Enjoy working in a team environment and have a passion for caring for the elderly.

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St. Christopher’s Anglican Sunday 9.00am: Traditional Sunday 4.00pm: church at four Wednesday 10am: Communion 92 Weld Street, Redwoodtown 578 0139

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TEACHER YEAR 5 FIXED TERM WANTED - A collaborative, inspiring and creative teacher who will work in our year 5/6 team.

We are looking for someone with powerful, innovative learning approaches.

This is a fixed term position beginning in early June until the end of the school year.

Application information available from office@witherlea.school.nz.

Closes Friday 3rd June at 4pm.

out of school caregiver wanted We are looking for a fun loving, forward thinking and enthusiastic individual to join our great team of out of school caregivers at Happy Faces and help promote a positive and engaging environment for our children. Must be able to work some weekends, after school hours and during school holidays.

Please send your CV and cover letter to happyfaceskids@hotmail.com or drop them in to 4 Alana St, Witherlea.

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Births This Week MUNRO: George William (7lb 5oz ) May 19, 2016 BYRNE: Kandice Ann (8lb 15oz) May 5, 2016 PLUNKETT: Maddison Lucy (8lb 12oz) May 29, 2016

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Death Notices BOLTON, Colleen Joan: (nee Simonsen) May 18, 2016 GAMBLE, Vernon Milton (Vern): May 20, 2016 HAMMOND, Colin John (C.J): May 24, 2016 HASSAN, Gloria Mary Romani: May 18, 2016 HESTER, Ronald Maurice: May 22, 2016 HIX, Roy Norman: May 21, 2016 TURVEY, Grant Denis: May 22, 2016 WATTAM, Kim Tracy (nee Ford): May 22, 2016

Friday FACT Reading lust

In the 18th century many prominent voices were concerned by an ‘epidemic’ affecting young people whereby they were spending too much time reading books. It was diagnosed as ‘a dangerous disease’ called ‘reading rage, reading fever, reading mania or reading lust.’

Rowing trophy returns to club

By Celeste Alexander A special trophy that has been away from Marlborough for some time now, has made its way back to the Blenheim Rowing Club and was presented to the club’s ‘Best All Rounder Member-Masters’ on Wednesday night.

Kevin Taylor, more affectionately known as ‘Mouse’ was the recipient of the Porter Decanter for the club’s 2016 prize giving.

The Porter Decanter is named after Dr Thomas Lee Porter (1851-1904) who has educated at Marlborough College, then at Clare College in Cambridge.

He won a Rowing Blue and the crystal decanter after a race in 1970. Thomas later settled with his family in Blenheim early in 1884 and partnered with Dr Cleghorn, whose practice was on Grove Road. It’s said he was involved in the planning of the Kevin Taylor (centre) receives the Porter Decanter from Blenheim Rowing Club president Duncan McFarlane and committee member Lindsay Fraser.

Wairau Hospital opening in 1887.

He was a foundation member of the Blenheim Rowing Club and was very to his many contributions to the club over assisted by his wife Jenny who would often go along to regattas and cook and sew for involved in its establishment, acting as a the 47 years he has been involved.

He started out as a coxswain which he the rowers. referee, umpire and marshal.

Committee member Lindsay Fraser says Thomas and his family moved away enjoyed for a number of years, as well as some rowing in between. He was the Kevin has been a ‘quintessential clubman’, during 1887 and with him, the decanter.

Descendants of Thomas Porter have recipient of a ‘red coat’ awarded to a New known for many things including his held on to the decanter for a long time but Zealand champion in 1972 and was later involvement in introducing Marlborough Boys’ College in club rowing. wanted to see it back with the Blenheim made a Life Member in 2000.

Kevin has also served as a club commit“He’s a good fella... and the backbone of Rowing Club.

Kevin was chosen to be the recipient due tee member, captain and president, ably the club for a while now,” he says.

Prize Giving Results: Most dedicated/best prepared male Hunter Davies Most improved - Travis Brydon Coxswain most points - Andy Register Coxswain best performed - Breydon Gallon Coxswain most improved - Andy Register

Most conscientious Angus McFarlane Best sculling performance Harrison Sommerville Best performed crew - Gasson/Donald Best first year rower male - Finn Southey Best all round member - Fiona Mark

Best pair oar crew - Gasson/Donald Rower of the year - Tom Murray (selected for NZ Men’s Olympic Eight) Most dedicated/best prepared female Lissaman/Dejoux Best first year rower female - Jo Brady Club dedication - Lindsay Fraser

Witi Ihimaera sessions sell out in 2 weeks

By Cathie Bell Tickets to both the Witi Ihimaera sessions at the 2016 Marlborough Book Festival have sold out just two weeks after going on sale.

Marlborough Book Festival committee member Lorraine Carryer said Ihimaera’s session at Cloudy Bay winery sold out earlier this week, and his session

at The Blenheim Club sold out yesterday.

Ten authors and one photographer will speak at four venues over the three days during the festival from Friday 29 July to Sunday 31 July.

She encouraged people who had not been to a book festival before to check out the programme at marlboroughbook-

C R O S S W O R D Puzzle CROSSWORD ACROSS 1. Wild stallion (7) 5. With little interest (4,7) 11. Courteous (5) 12. Idyllic poem (7) 13. Tent (5) 14. Safe to fly (9) 15. Restores confidence to (9) 16. Tree-trunk (4) 17. Fox (7) 19. Harmony (6) 23. Large monkey (6) 26. Tomahawk (7) 29. Decree (4) 30. Small lump (3) 32. Mass of foliage (3) 34. Display (4) 35. Candidate (7) 36. Play supervisor in two-up (Aust) (6) 39. Long overcoat (6) 40. Road-surface substance (7) 42. Courage (4) 46. Clumsy (9) 48. Essential (9) 50. Formal statement of beliefs (5) 51. Moulded from clay (7)

fest.co.nz or pick up a brochure at PaperPlus Blenheim or the library.

“I suspect that even people who don’t think it’s their thing might be really surprised by how much they enjoy hearing an author talk about their life and work,” she said.

This year’s guest list also features Bruce Ansley, Kate De

Goldi, Steve Braunias, Rachael King, Charlotte Grimshaw, Bill Manhire, Greg McGee, Jane Ussher and Marlborough country vets turned authors Peter Jerram and Peter Anderson.

Most of the sessions involve an author speaking with an MC, doing a reading from their work and taking questions from the audience.

By Russell McQuarters 37. Bridge clearance (8) 52. Provide food (5) 53. Gothic church, ... Abbey (11) 38. Vividly expressive (8) 41. Cross-country runner (7) 54. Having left a will (7) 43. Short aria (7) 44. Research scientist (sl) (6) DOWN 1. Mohammeds’ birthplace (5) 45. Zodiac sign (6) 46. Tropical parrot (5) 2. Various (7) 47. Inferred (5) 3. In flower (6) 49. Weird (5) 4. Slum areas (8) 5. Peaceful (7) 6. Light ale (5) 7. Of the blood (6) SOLUTION Wednesday solutions 8. Craftsmen (8) ForFor September April 9, 2003 1, 2004 9. Fertilizing land(by plane) (3,8) 10. Acts (5) 16. Brazilian palm tree (7) 18. Strip of pleated lace (5) 20. Unaffected (7) 21. Put on (3) 22. Gamble (3) 24. Stationers (11) 25. Variety of pigeon (3) 27. Assumed name (5) 28. High hill (3) 31. Fore end of ship (3) 33. Racket (3)

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Parker packs a punch Joseph Parker showed enough in his unanimous decision victory over Carlos Takam last week to prove he could be a viable world heavyweight boxing champion.

Joseph has power and speed as well as technique.

Going 12 rounds and winning should be a big confidence boost for the Kiwi fighter.

Yes, we as New Zealanders are preconditioned to want a knockout, thanks David Tua, but a points win can still be impressive.

David missed his chance against Lennox Lewis more than 15 years

ago but the road to a world title will be far easier for Joseph.

None of the current champions are anywhere near the class of Lennox, who was arguably the last great unified heavyweight champion.

Joseph is a more well-rounded fighter than Tua was.

He’s taller and has a more toned physique.

David’s former manager, Kevin Barry, is now in the corner for Joseph.

He should know this road well, having travelled it with the ‘Tua-

man’.

Kevin should know the advantages and disadvantages of the next 12 months, now that his charge is a Number 1 contender.

Joseph may not be as exciting to watch as David was, but his quick shots and decent power should be enough to see him have a better tilt at a world title in a weaker division.

It promises to be an interesting 12 months as we hear up for another Kiwi to have a crack at one of the most prestigious titles in all of sports.

Friday May 27, 2016

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The Shark is back The Tasman Rugby Union has backed down on its logo change, and returned to the mako shark picture.

Chief executive Tony Lewis announced the return of the shark on Facebook on Wednesday after the union’s board meeting.

The shark returns, but it keeps the new typeface.

Tony says the revised logo “retains the very best of the symbol of the shark, which means so much to the players and fans alike, and moves the brand forward in a very positive way”.

“This new Makos team logo has the full support of players, management, sponsors, staff and the Board.”

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Fiery drama for Paddon and Kennard Kiwi rally stars Hayden Paddon and John Kennard will take no further part in Rally de Portugal, having rolled their Hyundai i20 WRC rally car a week ago and the car then burning to the ground.

Hayden and John were thankfully unharmed in the incident which Hayden said was started by a relatively small accident as their car rolled down a bank.

With Hayden and John still in the car, the heat from the car’s exhaust set surrounding trees alight.

The pair quickly escaped the car, able to save only their crash helmets, before the resultant fire destroyed the #3 New Generation i20 WRC car within five minutes.

Another competitor, Ott Tanak, crashed in the same place and was able to prevent his Ford also going up in flames.

“Obviously not the rally result we wanted,” Hayden says on his return to the service park in the host city of Matosinhos, in the north of Portugal.

“This afternoon, on the first stage after service, we got caught out with a hole on the inside of a corner which kicked the car out to the bank, then put it down off the road.

“The accident itself was not so big, but unfortunately the exhaust caught fire with the bushes and the rest is history.

“Unfortunately, the car burnt to the ground, so there’s not much left that’s salvageable.

“It’s pretty cruel, a pretty hard pill to swallow with the consequences a lot more than the accident actually warranted.

“I feel really sorry for the team; they’ve got a big task ahead to get ready for our next event in Sardinia

Pigeons hit rhythm

Fiery drama for Paddon and Kennard.

in early June. Of course we’ll come back stronger, so we’ll focus on that now and put this one behind us,” he says.

The New Zealanders were in sixth place overall among a close-fought top eight before the rallyending incident, having completed the first three

stages of Friday’s eightstage itinerary.

Running second on the road behind three-time world champion Sébastien Ogier, Hayden says; “The two the morning quite well despite some small technical niggles.

Regulations do not allow the team to put them

into a team-mate’s car to continue competing in the rally, so they have officially retired from the event.

They return to WRC competition next month with the 9-12 June running of Rally Sardinia, an event where they secured their first-ever WRC podium finish in 2015.

An improved weather forecast in Christchurch and up into Marlborough enabled the racing pigeons of the Blenheim club to achieve some very fast times in Saturday’s race.

With a 8.15am release, the flock cleared quickly and settled into their rhythm for the 235 km journey home.

Ever consistent Two Fishers loft in Dillon’s Point timed the winning pigeons with a speed of 92 km/ hr, second position to Alister Cooper at Renwick on 90.6 km/ hr followed very closely by Chris Bensley whose near the racecourse loft recorded 90.5 km/hr.

Shirley Morrison and husband Donald of Spring Creek were the next two places with close up speeds of 90.4 km/hr and 90.3 respectively then Carl Kirkwood on 90 km/hr and close behind daughter Sindy with 89.8 km/hr.

Nearo lofts in the Awatere had the continuing contest between Neil and Rob, this week Neil ahead on 87.6km/hr, Rob 87.5 km/hr.

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