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Story and photo by Celeste Alexander The Marlborough Branch of the New Zealand Korea Veterans Association has decided to close activities on July 28 and call it a day. This decision hasn’t come lightly but the inability to find members to fill management positions due to increasing age and health issues mean it’s now time, says founder Les Pye.
Continued page 2 Les Pye, founder and first elected secretary of the Marlborough Branch of the New Zealand Korea Veterans Association.
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Korean War Vets wind up Continued from page 1 Les and Royd Woolf founded the Association 24 years ago following the Returned Services’ Association’s effort in attaining a plaque for the District War Memorial noting NZ’s military service in Korea, Malaya and Vietnam. Les was also the first elected secretary and has given service for four deceased presidents and the current president John Dodson, as well as serving as vice president for the past eight years.
He says one of the contributing reasons for the association’s closure was because he and wife Diana are leaving the region. Diana has served as treasurer for the past 15 years. “It’s been a long time in the appointment and I’m disappointed that it won’t be carried on, but it’s happening throughout the association due to the inability to get people to take on appointments. “There are other branches that are staying afloat on a
regional basis, but unfortunately for Marlborough it is the third to close,” he says. The Marlborough RSA has informed the branch that from, and including, July 27 they will keep alive the anniversary of the Armistice. The Marlborough RSA is also the benefactor of the closure in that when all matters have been completed, NZKVA branch funds will pass on for general welfare use. “It is hoped that the re-
maining 15 veterans, three associate and 10 honorary life widows can maintain a loose grouping for social occasions and support the MRSA in the perpetuation of the Armistice Agreement of July 27, 1953,” Les says. Each yea r the branch commemorates the Korean Armistice in honour of the 45 deaths of ‘K Force’ and RNZN personnel and has close liaison with both the Blenheim Korean Church and community.
Stats say region doing well - business lobby group chief executive Story and photo by Cathie Bell Marlborough is doing well as a region, Business NZ chief executive Kirk Hope says. The new chief executive, who took over from Phil O’Reilly earlier this year, spoke to a Marlborough Chamber of Commerce meeting last week. He says what particularly struck him during his brief visit was the development of the engineering sector in Marlborough. Marlborough enterprises were focused around resources, variety, and exports, he says, which positioned the region well. Tourism is another area which is a ‘really good story’, but the industry needed to capture more of the value from it, Kirk says. Meanwhile, the Marlborough, Nelson, and West Coast regions remain confident, a Westpac McDermott Miller Regional Economic Confidence survey says. The June survey, published yesterday, says regional economic confidence fell slightly in Nelson, Marlborough and the West Coast, but still, a net 19.7 per cent of households believe the region’s economic fortunes will
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improve over the coming year, making the region the third most upbeat out of eleven. A net 24.7 per cent thought the regional economy would improve over the next 12 months in the March survey.
“This is another good result for the Top of the South,” Westpac Chief Economist Dominick Stephens says. “The West Coast in particular will still be concerned about the low dairy payouts past and future, but the wider region has a lot of other drivers that are buoying confidence. The horticulture sector is strong, and forestry is holding up well. Low interest rates are stimulating growth in house prices, creating a sense of wealth.” An accompanying consumer confidence survey showed confidence at 101.2 in June, down from 101.5 in March. This placed the region seventh out of eleven, and was well below the national average of 106.0, Westpac says, a “very different outcome’ to the regional economic confidence result. “Residents clearly remain confident about their region’s outlook, but are apparently more downbeat about the future of the national economy,” Dominick says. “Households at the Top of the South seem particularly concerned about where the national economy may be in five years’ time.”
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Everyone needs to stand up for kids: rally organiser Story and photo by Cathie Bell Only adults can fix the problems of child abuse and neglect, and people need to stand up to demand that those problems be tackled, the organiser of a rally near the Blenheim Courthouse on Monday says. Nikki Dinnimore says numbers for the rally, to be held at 9am on Monday in Seymour Square near the courthouse, are looking good. “We’re looking at more than 100 people, which is pretty good for a small town.” She says Marlborough mayor Alistair Sowman will speak at the rally. The national effort is to coincide with the sentencing for the killers of three year-old Moko Rangitoheriri. The child, killed last year, is just one of many children killed or harmed by people who are supposed to look after them each year. The rally is part of what’s called New Zealand Stand Up, started by the Sensible Sentencing trust and picked up by groups around the country. Nikki says child abuse and neglect is a huge issue in New Zealand, and in Marlborough. “The stats are very bad…
People need to be held accountable for their actions the way they should be… Public awareness needs to be much more, people need to be aware it’s happening.” People also had to step up and get involved, she says, making calls to the authorities and talking to people if they think there is something going wrong. “It’s stepping in before it starts, getting these children before they’re in these situations.” The Government was not doing enough, with agencies underfunded and too stretched to deal with the scale of the problem, Nikki says. “We need to do more.” She says the response from Marlborough people has been amazing. “This is such a huge issue in our country. “In New Zealand we like to pride ourselves on being clean, green, tight as a unit, but we turn the other way on this. “It’s up to us as adults to address this for the children, they can’t do anything about it. They’re children. It’s up to us as adults to step in before it starts.”
inbrief IRD phone scam Scammers are targeting Marlburians by pretending to be from the government’s Inland Revenue Department. There are reports of the callers being aggressive and threatening and requesting callbacks. Police are urging people to first seek validation of who is calling, do not share your personal details and not to transfer money when threatened.
MP polling Kaikoura MP Stuart Smith is polling constituents on the idea of a Blenheim bypass, saying recent public consultation on the new Grove Road Bridge has reignited debate. “This is an issue that is clearly important to the community,” he says and a survey is included in his latest newsletter to be delivered to every household in Marlborough.
Theatre shift Work has started stripping the old theatre in Arthur Street to make the building ready to house more health and community organisations as the health hub expands. The theatre booking office and other staff have moved to the new ASB Civic Theatre building in Alfred Street.
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Airlines boosted by DHB The Nelson Marlborough District Health Board has spent $107,341 on flights from Blenheim to Christchurch between April last year and March this year, a spokeswoman confirms Marlborough-based airline Sounds Air cited district health board support as a reason it would start flying the route from August 1 after Air New Zealand said it would stop flying the route on July 31.
Gold prospecting application Elect Mining is progressing plans for an alluvial gold mine in Marlborough applying to the Marlborough District Council for a floating plant where the Wakamarina and Pelorus Rivers meet outside Canvastown, where Elect Mining has a mining and exploration permit. According to the documents, results from exploratory work resulted in some of the best alluvial gold test results “seen anywhere in New Zealand” by the drilling contractor.
Young Dragon’s Den Ten teams of Top of the south students are bidding on Tuesday to become the next big thing in business but need to impress a ‘Dragons’ Den’ of steely eyed judges to get their innovative ideas to the next stage. The year 12 and 13 students are part of the Young Enterprise Scheme, running a business while at school with the guidance of teachers and hoping to persuade investors to back their project.
Peter Yealands receives Kea award for life’s work
Yealands Wine Group Founder, Peter Yealands, has been honoured with a 2016 Kea World Class New Zealand Award. The World Class New Zealand Awards are New Zealand’s top individual achievement awards being presented annually by Kea. Best known for being the founder of Yealands Estate wines, based in Seddon, Peter Yealands has made his mark as a world leader in sustainable wine production. Ngapera Riley, Global Director at Kea, spoke of Peter’s achievements; “Kea are delighted that Peter Yealands was selected to win the 2016 World Class New Zealand Award this year. “The awards celebrate New Zealanders who have achieved outstanding international success and who have made significant contributions to New Zealand’s social, economic, and cultural
growth. “We strongly feel that Peter exemplifies every element of a World Class New Zealander. His story inspires and motivates New Zealanders to work hard and think big. “His life work is worldleading and world changing. Some of the many examples of this includes, founding the first carbon zero winery in the world, his use of world first GPS technology in vineyards, and his influence on the changing face of aquaculture and deer farming in New Zealand. “Also he is leading the way for sustainable New Zealand businesses and Peter Yealands receiving his award from sponsor ASB executive general manager being recognised and - corporate, commercial and rural Steve Jurkovich. awarded internationally ing recipient of the 2016 and children, Aaron and a goal, it takes determinafor this. In addition, Pe- Word Class New Zealand Danielle, before reflecting tion and perseverance. upon his achievement. “It takes time and a lot ter’s commitment to the Award. “Kea are proud to hon“This award captures of hard work but most of land and sustainability, his strong family values our his achievements, he and demonstrates the all it takes a team effort. and the fact that he has truly is a World Class free spirit of every New It’s team work that has put Zealander. me where I am today and turned his passion into a New Zealander.” Upon receiving the “I have been very for- it will be team work that global business are just a few of the many reasons award Peter Yealands first tunate, but it takes more will put me where I am why he is a truly deserv- thanked his wife, Violet, than good fortune to reach going,” he says.
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New premises working well Story and photo by Cathie Bell Noel Templeton Optometrists’ staff are loving their new premises in George Street. Office manager Helen Nicholson says the move from High Street has definitely worked out for the company. Almost three months into the change, there are no regrets about the move and staff are enjoying the renovated, light premises and the sun that pours in. “We’re on the right side of the street – it’s so much warmer and more comfortable.” The space works well for the business, with larger examination rooms, Helen says. “It’s really good.” Business owner Noel Templeton told a Marlborough Chamber of Commerce Business After 5 event that the house has been returned to almost exactly as it was in 1945. “Except the porch would have been open then.” He says all but one internal wall in the house remained the same, and the house could not have been designed better.
Noel Templeton speaks to a Marlborough Chamber of Commerce event at his new premises.
About 50 people attended the chamber event at Noel Templeton Optometrists on Wednesday night.
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COUNCIL NEWS TrustPower Community Awards 2016
For voluntary organisations TrustPower, in partnership with the Marlborough District Council, wishes to recognise voluntary organisations that dedicate hours of voluntary time and energy every year to making the Marlborough District community a better place to live. The awards are intended to support and recognise the valuable contribution these organisations and groups make to the Marlborough District. Nominations are now open under the following categories: • Heritage & Environment • Health & Wellbeing • Arts & Culture • Sport & Leisure • Educational & Child Youth Development Entry forms, along with details of eligibility and criteria are available at Council offices, the library and on Council’s website www. marlborough.govt.nz under Our Community, Grants and Awards section. For further information ask for Lyne Reeves Phone 03 520 7400. Closing date for nominations is 12 August 2016.
Renwick Kindy celebrates Matariki with tree planting Matariki sunrise was celebrated at 7.30am on Wednesday 15 June by the Renwick Kindergarten family with the planting of a kowhai tree at Renwick’s Rousehill Reserve. Head teacher Sarah Greenslade said the kindergarten had been liaising with Council reserves staff over a plan for the children to add to the more mature plantings in the reserve and to be guardians to the new trees through the summer months when they will need watering. The children visit the reserve for picnics and play and the kindergarten wanted to make the reserve plantings their contribution to the wider With the children and parents are landscape plan being worked on by kindergarten staff Jane Milne, Kate McVie, Renwick Smart and Connected, village Jo Leahy, head teacher Sarah Greenslade, beautification group.
student teacher Sarah Tredinnick, former teacher Gwenda Jones and invited guest Councillor Cynthia Brooks.
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All dogs over three months must be registered by 31 July 2016. If you have not received your registration form please contact Animal Control on phone 03 520 9033. Online Dog Services are available by going to Council’s website. Please note that credit card is the only online payment option (transaction fees apply). Part payments cannot be accepted. w w w. m a r l b o ro u g h . g o v t . n z / S e r v i c e s / Animals/Dog-Registration/Online-DogServices Alternatively, dogs can be registered by internet banking direct credit, telebanking, by post or in person at: Animal Control Office 56 Main Street Blenheim. Late registrations will incur a penalty fee.
Community News - National Volunteer Week This week is National Volunteer Week. Locally, Volunteer Marlborough provides support and promotion of volunteers including recruitment and referral services. Training for volunteers is also arranged throughout the year. For more information Ph: 03 577 9388.
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National Volunteer Week celebrated volunteers and the invaluable contribution they make to our community. Marlborough District Libraries (Blenheim and Picton) needs volunteers for our Housebound Library Service. Choose from our collection of books, DVDs, magazines and more and deliver items to customers who cannot visit the library themselves. If you can make time to help, please contact us on: (Blenheim) 03 520 7491 or (Picton) 03 520 7493. Find out more online at: www. marlboroughlibraries. g o v t . n z / A b o u t- t h e Library And to all our wonderful Housebound Service and library shelving volunteers, thanks for making time - Kia ora mō tāu whai whā.
Rare opportunity to map Marlborough Sounds seabed The council is going to partner with Land Information New Zealand to map more than 43,000 hectares of seabed including the navigational high-risk area at the entrances to Queen Charlotte Sound and Tory Channel, extending all the way to Picton. The project will get underway in October with the data expected to be available by mid-2018.
Council’s coastal scientist Dr Steve Urlich says the multi-beam mapping will produce accurate seabed maps which will help build understanding of the effect of current and future economic and recreational activities; they will provide biodiversity habitat data and become a baseline for future monitoring. It will also provide critical information for cruise ships and bulk carriers, which
will assist Port Marlborough. “When the work is finished it will be invaluable for the community; we will have some of the best quality underwater information in the country.” • An Open Day for the public will be held in Picton to showcase the project with the vessel that will be conducting the seabed survey – dates to be announced.
Keep cutting down the waste
The Council carry bags are being sold through local schools as part of the push toward greater waste reduction across Marlborough. Schools have been offered the bags as a fundraiser and are selling them for $4 each; $2 to cover the cost of production with a small profit for the schools. Any school wanting bags to sell may contact Council solid waste manager Alec McNeil, phone 03 520 7400. It’s part of the ‘reduce and recycle’ message promoted by Council to cut down on the rubbish we all generate so we can ease the pressure on the landfill. We’re working together to reduce waste.
Positive ageing The recent freeze on new application to the Total Mobility Scheme will be lifted from next month. The Total Mobility Scheme provides subsidised taxi transport for people who can’t manage public transport due to permanent disability or impairment. The Scheme is jointly funded by the District Council and the NZ Transport Agency. An eligibility assessment by a participating Agency is required before gaining access to the Total Mobility
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Total Mobility Vouchers for local taxi transport Scheme. From 1 July, applications can again be made for this assistance. However, clients will be limited to one book of vouchers (25 trips) per calendar month to ensure the service stays within its budget. People who qualify for this assistance are issued with a photo ID card and vouchers that entitle the user to half price travel up to the value of $20 for a one-way trip within Marlborough.
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The Sun Congratulations messages Congratulatory messages from Stuart Smith for locals on their special birthdays or wedding anniversaries? Are you serious? Would anyone really care for one of these?
Housing Crisis The reason Marlborough is facing a housing crisis is due to the greed of the wine industry. By continuing to accommodate this industry itinerant workers are being favoured over desperate locals who are being forced to live in cars. Where are our priorities?
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Stop texting Workers at Battys Road corner complaining re drivers using cell phones man - that’s a laugh some of the stop go workers are texting etc. most of the time I see them. Not only road workers at risk from people texting while driving, people text and take calls while driving around the CBD. Pedestrians beware.
Marlborough Roads Thank you for repairing the footpath on Beaver Road. It’s much better now. Walker
Well done Thanks heaps for the friendly helpful service at the library when photocopying baby patterns last week. Other shops should take a leaf out of your book.
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USA claiming Orlando shooting as largest mass shooting in US history. What about the 100s of native Indians slaughtered by US Army or 100s killed by US Drone attacks. Tragic as it may be, it just doesn’t compute.
Can something be done about the old bp garage in Picton? What an eyesaw for tourists coming in to town. Tried to contact owner with no success.
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Thanks Allan A special thanks to Allan at the tyre place on the corner of Hutcheson and Nelson Street. Mate! You have the friendliest service in town and your price was pretty sharp too. I’ll be back!
Chicken outlet is fixed! Went for dinner and it was great. Thankyou to all the staff that worked Monday night.
Yes, we do need a bmx track but at Taylor River, Monro St end. There is already a half pie one there. Come on Mr Mayor the kids need it and at the same time don’t forget about all the up grades on the softball park they need before summer. BMX track is a fantastic idea, I know my kids would love it. Back in the day we had heaps of fun with the old one, down Taylor Pass.
P value 500 million wow! Drifts should give up, then they could buy those expensive homes in Auckland instead of living in their cars. It just shows where all their benefits get spent.
Build homes Wine industry struggling with accommodation problems? Why don’t they put their staff in the beautiful homes on the land that they buy instead of just bowling them over to make way for their precious vines? They seem to cause their own problems then suddenly they make it everyone else’s problem!
txt talk of the week Cold and frosty Now our days are cold and frosty people need to make sure that their car windows are clear all round as people trying to drive with frost covered windows are an accident waiting to happen. It doesn’t take much to defrost with water and wipers and heater in car on demist. We welcome your texts on 027 242 5266. Limit to 70 words please. Name supplied please. We reserve the right to publish at our discretion. Please note the opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the Sun management.
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Perhaps you have a different cook from last year. I so looking forward to Lambs fry and bacon on cool mornings. Real disappointed. Where is real potato not runny gravy. Lambs fry ultra thin. (now come on we all know how cheap this is) Bacon ..geez Harder than boot leather. After four mouthfuls food was cold. I can see you busy but you be less busier by one now $15 !!!
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Hey council #@%* the reservoir on the Wither Hills, how bout doing the water in Seddon so we can drink it. You still sting us for water in our rates.
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Dogs soon to have warm paws cated kitchen space. What were the two old lion’ dens back when SPCA was a zoo, have now been converted into warm and comfortable lodgings for mother dogs and puppies. Project co-ordinator Phil Lawrence says the facility is a “quantum leap in conditions for both dogs and staff”. The project has attracted support from many local businesses with some donating time and materials. Most generous have been Nomolos Architects, Fulton Hogan, Hirepool, Expol, Kiwi Insulation, The Davidson Group, NMIT joinery department, Mainland Homes and Heating Supplies, Christchurch who donated and installed the under floor heating.
All suppliers have “come to the party” Phil says, offering big discounts. “Thanks go out to ITM , Allied Concrete, Morgan Plumbing, Sun Shine Solar, Total Electrix, Zorite and Rob Blick Construction and a special mention to Bruce Baldwin from ABQS Ltd, the Project Manager and Health and Safety advisor.” Funding per m itting, the new kennels will be completed in the next few weeks. The next stage once the kennels are completed is to demolish the old kennels, Phil says. “We are looking into how much it will cost to knock it all down as we currently don’t have the funding to do this. If anyone could help us with this we would very much appreciate it.”
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Friends and family of Blenheim man Ron Knight, better known as Joe, gathered at his home on Wednesday to celebrate his 90th birthday. Joe was born near the London docks in 1926. He went on to join the Merchant Navy in 1944 and served during World War II. After the war he and wife Mary moved to New Zealand and settled in Blenheim and have remained here since. Plenty of stories and banter were shared during Joe’s birthday afternoon tea. RIGHT: Ron (Joe) Knight celebrated his 90th birthday on Wednesday. Photo: Celeste Alexander
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Story and photo by Celeste Alexander SPCA dogs will soon be coming in from the cold as the Marlborough centre prepares to open its brand new indoor facility. Project ‘Warm Paws’, the publicly-funded project started over a year ago and is about a month from completion. The project has been the brain child of Leslie Hamersley and her husband Steve Riley, the owner of Lundons Law. It was kicked off with seed funding from Steve and Leslie and a grant from Transpower. The new indoor facility is a 36 metre long building that will offer an indoor sleeping area for 12 dogs with background underfloor heating and a dedi-
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5 minutes with: Alison Dight Kangatraining Marlborough instructor
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What meal do you never get sick of eating? Mum’s beef roast with Yorkshire Puddings! One of my best holidays was... Going to Hanmer with my family as a child in the summer. My guilty TV pleasure is...
Outlander! Although I’m not sure I feel guilty about it.
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My Mum and Dad and the faith and courage they have had while facing Dad’s cancer. How do you want to be remembered? By my love for my family.
Who would you love to have a meal with?
My whole family (Mum, Dad, six sisters, one brother plus all our children).
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What’s your fondest childhood memory? Going to Picton foreshore and having fish and chips on Sunday with my family. What is the one thing Sun readers would be surprised to know about you? I married my high school sweetheart at age 19 and we have two lovely boys aged six and one. What’s next on your wishlist? A puppy (hint hint hubby).
Trust benefits from local support By Glenise Dreaver Volunteer Gary Boyd (pictured) at work on the new sheep yards at the Papatuanuku Independency Trust farmlet in Waikawa. The trust supports at least seven intellectually handicapped residents at any one time, creating for them a “home for life” on the five hectare property. They were in desperate need of better stock yards to handle the small flock of sheep they run to help make their venture selfsupporting. When businessman Eric Collins was approached for support, his response was immediate. He not only donated posts and rails, he wrote out a cheque for $1000 for the rest of the materials and Gary stepped up to build the yard. “We’re incredibly grateful to Eric and Gary for this support,” said the home’s manager Sam Quinn. Gary Boyd building the new sheep yards at the Papatuanuku Independency Trust farmlet in Waikawa.
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A weedy problem tackled There are two types of plants in our gardens and lawns, the ones we want and the ones we do not want. Usually the ones we do not want we call weeds and as the saying goes; 'one man's rubbish is another man's treasure' which can also apply to weeds. I say this because I have a friend who specializes in many plants most would call weeds. See http://www.juliasedibleweeds. com Not only does Julia cultivate numerous weeds, she teaches people to do the flavour imparted. Then next day cut thin slices of bread, same and how to turn these plants into spread the now perfumed butter over then smoothies for great health benefits. I have an old book called A Modern place several petals from fresh red roses Herbal By Mrs M. Grieve first published between the slices, allowing the edges to show. in 1931. Violets or clover blossoms maybe used My edition was from a reprint paperback in 1977 costing me $10.99 (very expensive instead of roses. Health benefits for red roses; (considered back then) but well worth it having 912 more astringent than others) it strengthpages. eneth the heart, the stomach, the liver It is now out of print but copies are available through Amazon from 32 USD and the retentive facility; is good against all kinds of fluxes, prevents vomiting, to 300 USD. Of the over 800 plants in the book, a large stops tickling coughs and is of service in constipation. Interesting stuff. percentage we would likely call weeds. My preferred classification of a weed is In days before I was born, the term herb a plant growing where you do not want it was used for most plants other than trees to grow. and shrubs. If it is a beneficial plant such as comfrey This book gives the history of the plants and the medical properties along with or mint, rather than have it as a nuisance most other information known at that time. in a garden, plant in a good size container In respect to health the book gives what so they cannot spread all over the place. Before weed killers called herbicides the part of the plant is used and how it can were invented, we used a number of be utilised. Valuable information that has been lost methods to control 'weeds' and it maybe over the years and only found in old writ- on the cards that we will have to revert back to some of these old ways in the not ings and with a few elders. One bit that I found while writing this too distant future. The reason for this is that the number one article was Rose-Petal Sandwiches: Put weed killer glyphosate which you can find a layer of rose petals in the bottom of a in the majority of weed killers for the home covered dish, then put in 4oz of fresh butter wrapped in wax paper, cover with a layer gardener is from the original Roundup and of rose petals, seal and put in a cool place also the active ingredient in so many other brand names. overnight (fridge) Continued next week The more fragrant the roses the finer the Problems ring me at 0800 466464 (Palmerston North 3570606) Email wallyjr@gardenews.co.nz Web site www.gardenews.co.nz
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Surprise presentation for volunteer service Story and photo by Celeste Alexander Blenheim woman Viv Broughton has received a life membership from the Alzheimers Society Marlborough in a surprise presentation on Tuesday night. Viv has been an avid supporter of the Society for 12 years, serving as a volunteer, fundraising organiser, committee member and executive member.
“I want to take this opportunity to thank the community and businesses that have supported the society over the 12 years I have been involved. “I have met and worked with some wonderful people and lovely friendships have been made. “Volunteering is so rewarding and I have really enjoyed my time with Alzheimers Society Marlborough,” she says.
This is the second award Viv has received this year. She was recognised for her contribution and dedication to netball, by receiving an Honours Award from Marlborough Netball presented at its AGM earlier in the year. RIGHT: Viv Broughton with the ‘Life Membership’ award she received from Alzheimers Society Marlborough.
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Equipment call Wairau Hospital is calling for people with unused physiotherapy and occupational therapy equipment to return them to the hospital. Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy Team Leader in Wairau, Nicola Westend says the Allied Health team are asking clients to return loan equipment which is no longer required to ensure there is enough in stock for future patients. There is a high demand for equipment which is usually required short term for a range of people who have had an accident or following surgery, she says. “We are struggling to match the right equipment to patients due to low stocks. “Coming in to winter we tend to have a higher demand,
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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.
Redwood Market 8am-12pm, Redwood Tavern car park. Plants, produce, cards, jewellery, flowers and hand crafts. Supporting Hospice. Contact Alison 5785109.
Marlborough Themette Society Boil up Come out to the Wairau River at 2.30pm for the first of a series of three winter boilups and bonfire. Turn off State Highway 1 at the south end of the Wairau River bridge and drive downstream about 500 metres, past the Firth gravel plant. It is not necessary to have a thermette. Bring food to share. Details on Facebook.
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 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. Rock Quest Marlborough Convention Centre, 42a Alfred Street, 7pm–11pm. 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. Marlborough Harness Races Waterlea Raceway, Main entrance McLauchlan Street, 11:30am Winter Trots. Free race books, kids entertainment and more. Enjoy the beautiful blue skies with a day out at the Trots. Marlborough Art Society Gallery open daily from 10.30am-4.30pm. Art Classes and Workshops available. 204 High Street. Ph 577 6784 or www.marlboroughartsociety.com.
If you have an event email Lacy at The Sun frontdesk@blenheimsun.co.nz
Ulysses Club Meet for a coffee and a catch up. Saturday mornings from 10am at The Vines Village Cafe, 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 Dillons Point Road. Open 9am-1pm Sat and 1-4pm on Mon & Thurs. Building relationships and sharing skills. We are in the process of expanding our woodworking shed with a new, fully equipped, engineering workshop, and we welcome new members of all ages. Ph Trevor 570 5064. Mini Putt & Merry-Go-Round Picton Foreshore, 10am Saturday and Sunday, 10am. 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. 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. National Whale Centre presentation Ancestral Pasts, Oceanic Futures. 6:30pm, Port Marlborough Pavilion, Endeavour Park, Waikawa Rd, Picton. A presentation by Dame Anne Salmond. Join us at this winter fundraising event for wine, nibbles, and an educational and engaging talk. Email info@nwc.org.nz or call 03 573 7876 to make bookings. Beneath The Words - Irish/Māori Collaboration Waikawa Marae, 210 Waikawa Bay Rd, Picton, 6pm. An indigenous performance art collaboration of the Mãori and Irish cultures presented through music, storytelling, language and kapahaka.
Get ready for the weekend with our list of what’s on!
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.
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.
Havelock Community Gym Opening ceremony, Havelock War Memorial Park, 2.30pm. After ceremony join us for afternoon tea, fresh sausage sizzle. All welcome.
Reboot Group Wesley Centre, 3 Henry Street, 4pm, except the first Sunday of every month. Pop along and be refreshed and encouraged. Ph Steve 0273688343.
‘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.
Kapahaka Every Sunday at Tuamarina Hall. 1pm-3pm. All welcome.
Marlborough Museum Sunday Series The New Zealand Land War - A New Perspective. This will be presented by Marlborough author Ron Crosby. Ron is a well known historian and author having written several books. 2-4pm, 26 Arthur Baker Place, in the Paul Davidson AV Theatre, gold coin donation. Tramping Club We go on tramps Wednesday & Sunday, please confirm for travel. Ph Mary 572 8762 or marlboroughtrampingclub@gmail.com. Marlborough Farmers Market 9am to 12noon, every Sunday. Wrap up warm and come wander our Winter Market. You’ll be surprised at the variety of fresh produce on offer at this time of the year, and there’s delicious hot brunches and coffee available too 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.
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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, 1.30pm-4.30pm. Marlborough Harness Races Waterlea Raceway, Main entrance McLauchlan Street, 11:30am. Winter Trots. Free race books, kids entertainment and more. Enjoy the beautiful blue skys with a day out at the Trots. Ulysses Club Ride 11am, St Arnaud - Clinker Café for lunch.
Up & Coming Monday 27 June Justice for Moko Seymour Square, 92 High St, 9am. Stand Up New Zealand Day - Will you be joining us? An organised nationwide rally will be happening to stand up for justice. A peaceful presence of people to show it must stop. This date was chosen as it is the day that Moko Rangitoheriri’s killers Tania Shailer and David Haerewa will be sentenced. Tuesday 28 June Fine Wine Auction Fundraiser for Marlborough Boys College Rugby Club. Wither Hills Winery, New Renwick Road. 7pm start $5 registration fee. Ph Jeremy 021414472.
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The annual general meeting of the Marlborough Branch of the NZ Red Cross will be held on Monday 4th July at the Service Centre, 33 Redwood Street. Gather at 5.30pm for 6.15pm meeting start Members of the public are welcome.
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Fences, Decks and boardwalks erected. Blenheim, Picton including Sounds. Phone Dom 0210690106.
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K NITTING for babies and children for sale, can also take orders. Good prices. Ph: 0278178404.
Nan’s knitting. Pure Wo o l. S hir l ey 035789638. 72 Muller Road, Blenheim. Open Thurs, Fri, Sat 11am 2pm. Ex Christian Book Shop.
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We require a teacher who enjoys working with highly motivated learners. For details please contact office@stmarys-blenheim.school.nz Phone 578 9494
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“The Minefield of Morality” Sunday evenings @ 7pm St Ninians Presbyterian Church Hall 1 Riley Crescent, Redwoodtown All welcome, refreshments provided. Topic: ‘Designer Babies’ Ethics and Reproductive Technology - where are the boundaries? Sunday 26th June Presenter: Tatiana Ceban, MSc, Counsellor and Perinatal Psychologist For more information phone Brendan O’Hagan 578 5567 www.facebook.com/Wairau Presbyterian Parish
HEALTH CARE HEALTH CARE ASSISTANTS ASSISTANT Permanent & casual shifts are available
A permanent shift and is available for an for enthusiastic committed enthusiastic and committed health care assistants. Health Care Assistant. Experience is preferred, but full training will be offered to suitable applicants. Experience is preferred, but full training will be offered to a suitable applicant. Please at reception for anand Come andcall join our friendly application form or email supportive team. manager@bethsaida.co.nz
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Amendment to Enrolment Zone Boundaries
The Renwick School Board of Trustees advise that they intend to amend the boundaries of their enrolment zone. The home zone includes the area within the following description, including both sides of the road: From 24 Bells Road north to St Leonard’s Rd then north to Old Renwick Road. West on Old Renwick Road to Jackson’s Road, north on Jackson’s Road to Rapaura Rd, West on Rapaura Rd to Boyces Rd, to end of Boyces Rd, follow the Wairau River North East to Gibson’s Road. Along Gibsons road, then northwest to the eastern end of Kenningtons Road. Along Kenningtons Road to SH6, along Norths Road. SH 6 from Norths Road/Kenningtons road intersection to Mt Riley Road, west along Mt Riley road. In a direct line from the end of Mt Riley Road to the end of Top Valley Rd on North Bank, then to the western end of North Bank Road. East along the North Bank of the Wairau River up to the Waihopai River Bridge, and follow the Waihopai River as far as the south west end of Waihopai Valley Rd, east to the end of Avon Valley Road, north east to Tyntesfield Road, North to Hawkesbury Rd, Hawkesbury Rd north to Dog Point Road. Dog Point Road east to Godfrey Road, north to Middle Renwick Road, east to St Leonard's Road. If you wish to make a submission regarding this adjustment please do so in writing by the 21 July 2016 to the Secretary, Renwick School Board of Trustees, PO Box 48171, Renwick.
Council is looking for a person who understands their community’s welfare needs in the event of an emergency and is committed to ensuring they are met
The purpose of the position is to support the Marlborough Civil Defence Emergency Management Group to build community resilience by leading, coordinating and supporting the delivery of welfare services to communities within the Marlborough District in collaboration with partner agencies and stakeholders.
This is a hands-on role that will require you to be physically fit, and preferably able to drive a forklift (a forklift licence is preferred but not essential, as we are prepared to put the right applicant through a course).
This is a fixed term, part time position to 30 June 2017. The ordinary hours of work are 20 per week, which can be flexibly worked through prior agreement. The successful applicant will be required to be available to assist during emergency events. The role has significant leadership, relationship building and coordination components and you must be able to demonstrate these skills. There is also a requirement to be able to demonstrate good planning and writing skills. Prior CDEM experience, both professionally or in a volunteer capacity, and existing relational links into the community will be an advantage. Applications for this unique opportunity close at 5.00 pm on 7 July 2016. Applications should be made online via our website, www. marlborough.govt.nz/Your-Council/Careers/Current-Vacancies, where you will find full information on the vacancy and how to apply. For further information you are welcome to contact annie.percy@marlborough.govt.nz.
Previous management experience will also be an advantage as Talleys actively encourages promotion within the Group.
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Please apply to: Donald Boote – Shellfish Manager, PO Box 5, Motueka, or email donald.boote@talleys.co.nz with the subject line ‘Havelock Supervisor’. Please note that as this is a full-time job, applicants will need to be residents of NZ or be in the process of applying for residency. Applications close 3 July 2016.
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It’s fair to say the Golden State Warriors will feel like that impatient girlfriend waiting for a proposal from a clueless boyfriend. For all of their time, effort and sacrifice in 2016, it doesn’t mean a thing if you haven’t got that ring. A history making best 73 wins and nine losses evaporated into obscurity after they failed to win the title on Monday, losing a seven game finals series to the Cleveland
Cavaliers. It’s the first professional sports title for Cleveland since the 1960s. The city is a proud sporting hub but its sports fans have been subjected to choke acts and bad luck for half a century. That was until Monday. Golden State Warriors were the best NBA team in history - now, not so much. How can you be when you don’t win the championship? Instead those championship
rings go to Cleveland, a team who timed their run to perfection to beat the perfect team. The best team goes back, in my opinion to the 1995/96 Chicago Bulls. They lost one more regular season game than the Warriors but ultimately won the championship. Sport is about winning battles but ultimately wars. The Golden State Warriors won 73 battles but lost the war they needed to win most.
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Conditions for the Blue Duck nude swim at Lake Rotoiti last weekend were per fect, Marlborough participants say, as they were calm, dry, relatively warm and “no eels under the jetty”. Eight naked people went in, mostly men, and they say the ‘after swim glow’ was the best part. “It was a great day to celebrate life and the solstice!”
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Youngsters boxing ahead New boxing classes in Blenheim are bringing out a lot of talent, especially from young people, trainer Peter Warren says. A recent arrival in Blenheim, Peter competed at the 1982 Commonwealth Games in Brisbane as a bantamweight fighter and has fought international title holders during his 19-year professional boxing career. He hadn’t planned on getting back into boxing, he says, but his son Kayden was interested and Peter organised classes at Marcelo’s Gym in Stuart Street for Kayden and some of his friends. That has grown, and now about 14 boys and girls join classes between 4pm and 5pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the gym. Classes for adults have become so full, he’s run out of gloves for them, Peter says. While many come for fitness, he says there is enough talent in town that he’s planning to put together a squad to compete next year. “We’ve only been going nine weeks, and we have a Kaikoura boxing group coming through for a training session with adults.”
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In the Motorworld Marlborough Div 1 competition Renwick tipped over competition front runners Central, in a thrilling 25 – 23 upset. Waitohi held out Harlequins 22 – 14 while Moutere were too strong for East Coast winning by 38 - 17.
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