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By Celeste Alexander Seventeen month-old Emily Amsler (pictured) loves chickens, and these ones are going to be in the Marlborough Poultry, Pigeon, Game and Duck show this weekend.

The show is now in its 129th year and there are more than 500 entries to be judged for best in breed.

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Continued from page 1 Toddler Emily Amsler has been lucky enough to experience the farm life and its abundance of animals, especially feeding the chickens which is something she enjoys to do with her grandmother Therese Amsler.

This will be something all children and adults can enjoy too this weekend when the Marlborough Poultry, Pigeon, Game and Duck Show brings country to town.

This annual and popular show will be held on Friday and Saturday at the Riding for Disabled Arena on Taylor Pass Road.

Therese, who is a committee member for the show, says around 550 entries have been received and will be judged to find the best in the breeds.

There will be nine South Island

championships to be competed for and will be judged by six expert judges who are coming to Marlborough from all over New Zealand.

“There are a lot more pigeon entries this year including a North Island group that comes every year.

“What makes this show so popular is that it’s a favourite with families who bring along their young children. Some of these children don’t often get the chance to see a duck or pigeon, and the way we have designed the layout they can get up close.

“You might even find your own egg,” Therese says.

Therese also says people who have attended previous shows have made contact with the committee to find out where they can buy their own

Michaela Bowler at last years show. File photo.

chickens.

“Free range chickens are becoming more popular now, we get a lot of interest from people asking how can

they get hold of a couple chickens.”

The show will be open to the public on Friday from 2pm - 6pm and Saturday from 10am - 3pm.

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By Cathie Bell Marlborough needs to actively attract more people and more businesses in an ‘urgent’ focus on the future, mayoral candidate Brian Dawson says.

Brian is officially launching his mayoral campaign at an event on Friday evening with his supporters.

A first-term councillor, he ran last election as mayor, and says he is excited about the election this October.

“I’m standing because I think we need to be more urgent about our future.

“Marlborough is a wonderful place to live, the climate, its many natural resources, but there are also challenges, an ageing and potentially declining population.

“If that continues, we will have to reduce services because we’re not going to be able to afford the services we want and deserve.”

The district needs to attract and retain people better, Brian says.

It needs an ongoing campaign to

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ensure people focus on Marlborough to work, study, live and do business, he says.

As a former banker and general manager of the Marlborough Chamber of Commerce, he says he has a strong background for the job as mayor, along with ‘excitement and enthusiasm’ about it.

“We need to talk about who we’d want here, what would complement

what we have here.”

Marlborough should identify those and then convince them to move here, Brian says.

With the natural advantages of the district, many wouldn’t take much persuading, he says.

However, he doesn’t go as far as offering incentives to encourage businesses to set up here.

“We need to paint them a picture, leverage off our natural lifestyle advantages.

“Other places are going to reach a tipping point where with house prices and lifestyle, people are going to see they could live anywhere, so let’s live in Marlborough.”

Brian says it’s important the district supports the industries we have here now, and build up other potential industries, such as the film industry.

“We have to make sure council is a lean, fit, enabling organisation. I want to be part of a team that makes sure council is as lean, fit, and as enabling

as it can be.”

Retaining the people we have now is also important, Brian says.

“We haven’t done enough to convince people to come back to Marlborough, the people we’ve lost.”

A key part of that would be bringing together important groups in Marlborough, such as the chamber, Federated Farmers, the Marlborough Research Centre, iwi, and the Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology to develop an economic development strategy to provide an overview and direction for the region that all bought into.

“What does Marlborough look like in 2030? What should it be like, what must we achieve, what must we avoid?

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Brian says he’s been lucky to be a councillor this term.

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Salmon farms opening ‘new tide’ for industry Story and photo by Cathie Bell The next year is going to be a key one for the aquaculture industry, Marlborough mayor Alistair Sowman says.

New Zealand King Salmon officially opened two new ‘third generation’ farms at Kopaua and Waitata in the Pelorus Sound yesterday, with Environment Minister Nick Smith, Alistair and a mix of aquaculture industry officials and suppliers attending.

Alistair says a working group on aquaculture is meeting this week to find a way forward.

It is the first time in his 12 years as mayor that all the parties with a stake in the issue are around the table and working together to achieve good results.

“People are going to make good decisions going forward for Marlborough… I believe we will have a blueprint for aquaculture in this area in future.”

Environment Minister and Nelson MP Dr Nick Smith says the opening of two new salmon farms in the Marlborough Sounds today is a welcome development for New Zealand’s aquaculture industry.

“To be honest, there is not a lot of wild fish left to catch. For us, aquaculture is the way ahead.”

NZ King Salmon has had ‘a long and difficult’ journey to expand their fishfarming business in the Marlborough Sounds, but it ‘has been worth it’, he says.

The company had a 10-week Environmental Protection Agency hearing, which was then appealed several times, ending up in the Supreme Court, eventually winning approval for four of the 10 farms it applied for. Waitata and Kopaua are the first of those new farms.

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Sudden death Marlborough Police are investigating an unexplained death of an 87-yearold woman in Blenheim.

After a forensic examination of the Parker Street house, the matter has been referred to the Coroner and Police are continuing investigations to help determine how the woman died.

No further information is available at this time

Ticket machines in the Alfred Street carpark building should be able to take the new banknotes after an update this week.

Council spokesman Jamie Lyall says the machine supplier was to put in a fix on Monday.

Consent given An independent commissioner has approved plans by international fish researchers Sketterings to build a fish research farm on land at Okiwi Bay and discharge treated water into the bay.

Strict conditions have been imposed on the consent to monitor the operation.

Vines Village chef Fran Nolan takes delivery of some freshly filleted salmon from Environment Minister Nick Smith, with Marlborough Mayor Alistair Sowman and NZ King Salmon chief executive Grant Rosewarne at the official opening of the company’s new Waitata farm.

Grant Rosewarne says the new farms will eventually take the company’s production from 6000 to 10,500 tonnes per year, and boost earnings to more than $170 million.

“New Zealand King Salmon’s Marlborough Sounds operation supports 440 jobs and $115 million in annual export earnings, and comes from just 8 hectares of farms in the 800,000 hectare Sounds. No other primary industry is able to support so many jobs and families from such a small area.”

The Waitata farm is in a high water-flow site, and 60 per cent of the fish produced there met the company’s ultra-premium

Ora King standards, which is ‘outstanding’, he says.

Alistair says it is ‘essential’ any company taking a world-class product to the market has to have a sustainability story behind it.

Nick agreed, saying economic growth needed to be balanced with environmental sustainability.

“Our natural resources contribute not only to economic growth but also to quality of life. I am confident we will achieve that through such initiatives as the recently established Marlborough Sounds Salmon Working Group.

“The Nelson and Marlborough communities need to work with the industry to find a way to further

grow while ensuring we maintain the environmental standards and recreational opportunities of the Sounds.”

Nick says the farms’ opening is a significant milestone in that it is the first new aquaculture space allocated in nine years.

“This development is particularly significant for the communities of Nelson and Marlborough.

“We need to diversify our exports, and aquaculture adds value alongside our premium wines, apples, hops, berry fruits and traditional dairy and meat products.

These new salmon farms help us build our regional brand as the home of fine food and beverages.”

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Chloe Faulls Reason for nomination: Chloe is a natural leader. She has learned to be an up front leader and also one who is more collaborative and takes the troops with her on the journey.

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Jack Bushell Reason for nomination: Jack was elected Prime Minister for Term 1 at Rapaura School by his peers.

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Headlights Dear Ed, With regard to your article on motorists not turning their headlights on, I wish to congratulate Grant Baxter on his initiative, in having signs erected, at his own expense.

I travel every day from Spring Creek to Blenheim at just after five in the evening, and the number of cars without headlights in the gloom is quite astounding.

I do the same as Mr. Baxter, I flash mine hoping they will get the point, but on checking my rear vision mirror, I see that it makes no impression on these dangerous drivers.

A lot of drivers seem to think that just because they can see the road in front of them, there is no need to light up, but they don’t realise how invisible they are to oncoming traffic.

The primary reason for headlights on a vehicle is not so that you can see ahead but so that YOU can be seen by others.

I think it is time that all headlights should be on, at all times, as leaving it up

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to individuals as to when to turn them on, is just not working.

It is very disconcerting to think that you have a clear road ahead to overtake, judging by the oncoming headlights, to find that some inconsiderate, law breaking driver, with no headlights, is in between the lit up cars.

Very scary indeed.

I think Marlborough Roads and the New Zealand Transport Agency could be more helpful in posting signs, and not leave it up to private citizens to do the job.

And, as under resourced, and busy as they are, I think the Police should conduct a crackdown on these dangerous, law-breaking drivers too: one car watching oncoming traffic, and another car a distance away to pull them up when alerted by the first car.

This dangerous habit needs to be stamped upon, and the sooner the better, before someone loses their life.

Richard Howe Spring Creek

Dear Ed I haven’t written into the paper for some months as there is so much hassle about the costings of the new theatre.

If they had stuck to the plans the cost would have been much less and the building may have been finished on time!

If you remember there was lots of opposition to the site and having to change the road, making it dangerous for traffic.

How much did it cost and was it added on the theatre debt?

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Accountability and transparency Dear Ed, With the local elections due later this year, I feel that with the debacle over the financing of the theatre, it is time for some transparency.

A good starting point would be to publish the names of the councillors who voted to underwrite the project without knowing what the final costing would be.

Not putting in place a representative to monitor the amount of money being spent and having no control on how it is being spent and how much is being spent.

Due to the actions of these councillors the rate paying people of Blenheim are now saddled with these ongoing costs for years ahead.

Publish the names and let the public decide, do we want them returned to manage our money again?

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Life changing for pilot Every day Life Flight changes the lives of Marlburians, and thanks to the staff and crew who operate the charitable organisation, such as pilot Alistair Matthews, it continues to provide life saving transport to patients.

Alistair talks to reporter Celeste Alexander about his role as training captain and his love for aviation.

Blenheim resident Alistair Matthews has and midwives, all specialists who have been the kind of job that provides new challenges trained for air ambulance operations by daily.

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He is one of two pilots operating Life Flight “We have everything on board which is Trust’s air ambulance service. He is based in why for really critical situations Life Flight Wellington three days a week where he is is most likely to be called out,” Alistair says. on call 24 hours a day and says at any given When preparing to fly, an ambulance moment the air ambulance could be called collects the medical team, goes to the to action. hospital and stabilises the patient. When Life Flight Trust operates comfortable and stable on the air ambulance service the stretcher, the ambulance Making sure it’s as well as the Westpac then transports them to the Rescue Helicopter. air ambulance. a smooth ride Upon receiving a call As pilot, it’s Alistair’s job and successfully from Life Flight Trust’s to get the patient and crew headquarters, Alistair is safely to their destination. completing a one of several people who Although the air ambumission is where I lance can be called anyassemble to prep the plane where in New Zealand, Life and prepare for the call get my satisfaction, Flight averages three urgent out. he says. flights every week to the “We have to be ready Marlborough region. to go when a call comes “Because some specialist medical services in. During the day it takes 45 minutes to prepare for flight, and in the evenings ready aren’t available in Marlborough, Life Flight is vital to connect locals to the medical care within an hour.

“Our 24/7 hour service gets patients the they may urgently require anywhere in New care they need quickly, dramatically improv- Zealand,” he says. ing their chance of survival and recovery,” Alistair has been with Life Flight for he says. four years, but before its existence he can Alistair and the team meet at the Life remember flying patients to Nelson Hospital.

Flight hangar where they check the weather, “Before Life Flight we were taking patients prepare flight plans, check the plane and fuel in a Cherokee single engine plane, one levels. They are then advised on the nature patient and a nurse at a time. of the call out.

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Kelly Purdie, on her walk for Junior Parkinsons Disease, in the Marlborough Sounds.

Walking to combat disease

By Cathie Bell Kelly Purdie has walked, and then cycled, around the South Island in an effort to raise awareness and funds for juvenile Parkinson’s disease.

She started in Dunedin and rested for a week in Marlborough before starting her trek back to Dunedin.

Originally from Britain, she has lived in New Zealand for more than nine years and decided last year that she would walk around the South Island before heading back to Britain.

Kelly has had ‘Juvenile Parkinsons’ Disease’ since she was 15 years old and says she wants to help raise awareness of it.

“Since the disease is so rare, she was misdiagnosed for 10 years, finally being diagnosed at the age of 25. This meant that she struggled with life throughout her late teens and young adult life, not knowing what was wrong with her and struggling with everyday life.

Kelly’s sister is 36 years old now, and is to have a brain operation known as ‘Deep

Brain Stimulation’. The operation has risks, so Kelly is to return to Britain to help her sister and children.

Before heading back to Britain, Kelly decided to do ‘something a little crazy’.... walking around the South Island and talk to people about her condition.

“It is so rare, out of the several hundreds of people I have met along my journey, only one person has heard of it.”

She expects to finish the journey next month, and has been fundraising through the Givealittle system, with the money going directly to the Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinson’s Society in Canterbury.

“My journey has been challenging but it would be boring if it was easy and I have loved it and am still loving it!

“Another bonus for walking the South Island, is seeing even more of the amazing scenery New Zealand has to offer - I love it!

“I hope to return to New Zealand at a later date to live again and will be very sad to leave.”

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Judges says he scored very strongly across the board showing a great degree of knowledge and professionalism.

Matt Fox from Hyland Viticulture placed second and Shelley Young from Delegat came third.

Both Jordan and Matt will go through to the National Final in August to compete against the two winners from Hawke’s Bay.

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WING: Jason and Louise are excited to announce the arrival of their first baby girl, Eleanor Mary Seton (8lb 1.5oz) on July 4, 2016 at 3.06pm at Wairau Hospital. Thanks to Sue and all the maternity staff.

Olivia unseats Charlotte in name game The most popular baby names of 2016 (so far) have been tallied, and there is a new number one name for girls - Olivia.

This is the first time Olivia has taken the top spot in Nameberry’s popularity polls, unseating Charlotte.

Olivia is a Latin name meaning ‘olive tree’. Her male counterpart Oliver is also popular.

Charlotte was the number one girls’ name for all of 2015, buoyed by the naming of England‘s baby princess, and also ruled the Nameberry charts for several previous RICHARDSON: Daryl and Maria wish to announce the arrival of their first baby boy, Jarvis Jon (9lb 1oz) on June 24, 2016 at 10.44am by cesarean. Special thanks to midwife Rhianne Lamb, theatre staff, the lovely staff on maternity and Nanny Dawn. Photo provided.

MURPHY: John and Hayley are over the moon to announce the arrival of Charlotte Grace (7lb 8oz) on July 9, 2016 at 5.45pm at Wairau Hospital. Special thanks to our midwife Toni James, mum Wendy and all the maternity staff.

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The most popular boys’ name so far in 2016 is the biblical Ezra, which also ruled Nameberry’s 2015 list. In fact, the first seven names on the boys’ top 10 are identical to the full year 2015 results.

There are only two new entrants to the boys’ top 10, with Levi and Wyatt replacing Jude and Jasper.

In the girls’ top 10 for 2016, there are three new A-starting names - Arabella, Aurora, and Adeline, taking over from Cora, Lucy, and Evelyn.

The full top 10 baby names so far in 2016 are as follows.

Girls Boys 1. Olivia 6. Arabella 1. Ezra 6. Silas 2. Amelia 7. Aurora 2. Asher 7. Milo 3. Charlotte 8. Adeline 3. Atticus 8. Levi 4. Ava 9. Penelope 4. Declan 9. Henry 5. Isla 10. Eleanor 5. Oliver 10. Wyatt

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There are some very impressive things happening at Details in Sutherland Terrace, and if the cars that are rolling out cleaned, buffed, polished and waxed are anything to go by, it’s worth taking a look for yourself.

The business has been owned by local couple Aaryn and Ange Nicholson for the past four and a half years.

The most recent changes have been some of the most exciting.

The business was formerly known as Blenheim Auto Groomers before being rebranded six months ago.

The new name ‘Details’ is a clearer reflection and better representation of what they do.

Aaryn has over two decades experience as a professional detailer.

Recently Aaryn travelled to Florida where he furthered his knowledge by training along side world renowned detailer Mike Phillips at Autogeek.

The training was to ensure the techniques and methods of detailing that Aaryn is providing are of the highest standards.

“With automotive paint systems changing frequently we in the detailing industry need to keep up with the new technology” Aaryn says.

“They were very impressed that I travelled from New Zealand to attend and I have established great contacts worldwide with a number of the leading car care product manufacturers, suppliers and a global network of professional detailers.”

Aaryn has been invited to appear on Competition Ready a Discovery Channel Programme focusing on Automotive Detailing.

Details are excited to announce that Aaryn has recently been chosen by CarPro to be an authorized C. Quartz FINEST installer. This makes him the only detailer in the South Island being able to offer FINEST. C.Quartz FINEST has been described as being an ‘evolution in ceramic nanotech paint coatings’ and is the exclusive flagship ceramic coating from CarPro. “This is the most exclusive automotive surface protection in the world due to the quality. Detailers must be approved to use this product by providing a portfolio of their detailing and paint polishing skills.

I’m extremely proud to have been selected

by CarPro as a FINEST installer and consider it to be a huge achievement and acknowledgement of the time and hard work I have invested in mastering this craft and I’m looking forward to introducing FINEST to my customers,” Aaryn says.

Details is also proudly affiliated to the International Detailing Association (IDA).

The IDA is the leading industry association for professional detailing operators, suppliers and consultants to the industry.

The IDA offers it members various educational programmes and certification training that establishes continued proficiency in the art of detailing.

Testimonials from happy clients “There are some very talented Detailers in NZ and it seems that the best of them fly well under the radar. Aaryn from Blenheim is one such detailer. This man has some serious skills and he’s a member of the IDA to boot.”

Gordon - Final Touch Car Care, Auckland “I feel fortunate to have found Aaryn at Details in Blenheim and having had cars detailed in Canada and the United Kingdom, I can say with conviction that he is the best!” Ken Webb, England

“After meeting and working with you at Autogeek I can tell that you’re just like me in that you have a true passion for this craft. Incredible work and I really appreciate you being a member of this forum and always sharing your work as well as helping others.” Mike Phillips Host of Competition Ready on Velocity Channel, Director of Training at Autogeek & Marine 31, IDA Board Member, CD-SV, RT

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Almost there on memorial wall project

By Cathie Bell It is almost time for the writing to go on the wall, and the Marlborough Returned Services Association is encouraging families with people on the roll of honour to get in touch.

For the past three months, the RSA has been fundraising to build a new memorial wall to those 647 Marlborough men and women killed during service since the South African war in 1901.

The memorial clock tower is too hard for older people and those in wheelchairs to get to, and the RSA decided to build a new memorial wall outside the Clubs of Marlborough so that people could get close to the names and leave small tokens of remembrance.

It also offers people a chance to amend the details on the roll of honours, fixing spelling and other mistakes.

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“We had another four last week. There have been a few alterations, which is brilliant, it’s what we need.”

Most have been the ages or place of death, she says, but there have also been some correcting of names.

Chris says the community has donated $25,330 of the $30,000 needed.

The granite has arrived, and is at Sowman’s Monumental Masons, which has donated $10,000 to the wall, as has the Marlborough District Council.

The wall will be unveiled on September 15, Christine says, and work will start on erecting it about 10 days earlier.

The wall will be around 2.3 metres tall and made up of five 90 centimetre-wide granite panels.

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Game of strategy Bridge Club seeking more members Story and photo by Celeste Alexander Bridge is a hugely popular card game that is enjoyed by people of all ages right here in Marlborough.

It’s a game that is also very social says Marlborough Bridge Club member Kay McKellar.

Kay has been a club member for 36 years and even though there are around 200 members, she says they are looking to attract more.

The club would like to attract some younger members for its evening sessions and hopes to do this by hosting an ‘intro afternoon’ on August 7 from 1:30-3:30pm.

“We will have members on hand to help and explain the game. If people enjoy it then they can sign up and join the club,” Kay says.

The youngest player that the club has is in their teens and the oldest in their 90’s.

“It’s a classic game of strategy and can appeal to anyone. It’s also great for socialising and meeting new people so we hope to see new people coming along,” she says.

The Marlborough Bridge Club holds sessions four days a week and is an open club with no graded sessions. It has its own room located at the Clubs of Marlborough.

This means that at any time you can play with a rank beginner or master.

“It’s not a complicated game as long as you can count to 13,” Kay says.

For those wanting to find out more some demonstrations will be held at the Blenheim library in the last week of July.

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Murray Bush How many years have you been in business?

100 years. Started by my Grandfather in 1916 and continued for 60 years by my father John Bush. Now into the third generation of Murray and Peter Bush.

What is it about your line of work that is most satisfying?

Seeing customers grow up who then bring their own kids to buy honey.

Also opening a beehive and marveling at the mystery of the bee. They have been around for over 100 million years and yet we barely understand how they perform incredibly complex tasks.

What has been your most memorable highlight over these years?

Working with my father and being taught bees are not a commodity for profit, but a living thing.

His passion was infectious. He worked his last beehive aged 76 and is still going strong.

What is it about this region that has kept you here?

It has the best climate, great scenery, and a fantastic place to raise a family.

And produces the best honey.

How has your business/industry changed over time?

Once it was all lucerne, clover seed and animals, then apples and other fruit, now we have grapes. Sadly large corporate beekeeping is now forcing many smaller businesses out of the industry.

What words of advice would you give to other businesses in this economic climate?

Be honest to yourself and your products and your customers will follow. And work hard.

How many years have you been in business?

32 years.

What is it about your line of work that is most satisfying?

Helping people, building dreams, building Marlborough.

What has been your most memorable highlight over these years?

So many highlights, helping our clients grow, helping our staff grow, assisting Marlborough at times of emergency with flooding and earthquakes. Very proud of our people.

What words of advice would you give to other businesses in this economic climate?

Passion, Pride and People. Make sure you have fun on the way!!

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What is it about this region that has kept you here?

This is our home (and Marlborough has the best beer, wine & pies!).

How has your business/industry changed over time?

We started with 3 people doing drainage. Now we have 65+ doing drainage, septic systems, CCTV, dams, subdivisions, quarrying and crushed aggregates, earthworks and a whole lot more.

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39 years in total, with 25 being here in Blenheim.

What is it about your line of work that is most satisfying?

The advances in eye care and health are ever-changing and it is such an exciting and continually evolving industry. Being able to bring to our clients the latest in technology gives answers to their concerns much more quickly and has broadened our scope.

What has been your most memorable highlight over these years?

The move from Auckland and setting up here. It was a whole new lifestyle and professional approach. After

that would be the move to our new premises at George Street.

What is it about this region that has kept you here?

The Marlborough Sounds and all the great leisure activities with everything so close.

How has your business/industry changed over time?

Huge advances in technology where we have easier, faster and more noninvasive ways of establishing routes of care.

What words of advice would you give to other businesses in this economic climate?

Blenheim is quite buoyant at the moment, but always be vigilant as this can change in an instant.

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Blenheim Drycleaning Dave Poole How many years have you been in business?

I’ve owned the business for the past 9 years, but Blenheim Drycleaning has been on Queen Street since the 1950’s.

What is it about your line of work that is most satisfying?

Having worked in service related industries for close to 30 years, it’s the relationships that you develop with people that I find the most satisfying.

How has your business/industry changed over time?

We’ve diversified - we are more than just a dry cleaners.

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What has been your most memorable highlight over these years?

See the smile on peoples faces when we clean an item they have given up on.

What is it about this region that has kept you here?

I came back to Blenheim 20 years ago to raise a young family. It’s a great place to live and work.

What words of advice would you give to other businesses in this economic climate?

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Cross Country Renwick School kids braved a chilly morning to compete at the school’s annual cross country event last week.

 Amber Bown and Molly Campbell at the finish line.  Jake MacGibbon placed 2nd and Frank Hartland placed

 Maia Rasmussen wins 1st place in the Year 7 girls.

1st in the Year 7 boys.

 Ava Marcroft wins 1st place in the Year 2 girls.

 Joshua Smale placed 8th and Aaron Shi placed 3rd in the Year 7 boys.

Home and Garden Show

 Eleri James-Sitters and Georgia Reed.

All sorts of house improvements were on offer at the Home and Garden Show at the Marlborough Lines Stadium 2000 last week.

 Amy Clarke has to keep a close eye on 15 monthold Thea Sherrock who is keen to rush off and investigate all the interesting things at the show.

 Jim and Elizabeth Bolton, pictured with Christine McGregor, have just returned to Blenheim after years in Britain.

 Jan Gatehouse and Ronald Ragen came in from Picton to see the show.

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DISASTER STRIKES? Be prepared for an emergency A well stocked survival kit is essential for your home and workplace as well as a portable getaway kit in case you have to leave in a hurry.

Emergency survival items Torch with spare batteries or a self-charging torch .

Radio with spare batteries.

Wind and waterproof clothing, sun hats, and strong outdoor shoes.

First aid kit and essential medicines.

Blankets or sleeping bags.

Pet supplies.

Emergency toilet - toilet paper and large rubbish bags.

Face and dust masks.

Check all batteries every three months.

Food and water for three days or more Non-perishable food (canned or dried food).

Food, formula and drinks for babies and small children.

Water (at least three litres per person, per day) for drinking.

Water for washing and cooking.

A primus or gas barbeque to cook on.

A can opener.

Consider stocking a two-week supply of food and water for prolonged emergencies such as a pandemic.

Check and replace food and water every twelve months.

How to store water Wash bottles thoroughly in hot water.

Fill each bottle with tap water until it overflows.

Add five drops of household bleach per litre of water (or half a teaspoon for 10 litres). Store in a cool dark place and replace the water every 12 months.

Getaway kits Everyone in the house should have a packed getaway kit in an easily accessible place which includes: Torch and radio with spare batteries.

Hearing aids and spare batteries, glasses or mobility aids.

Emergency water and easy-to-carry food rations.

Extra supplies of special dietary items.

First aid kit and essential medicines.

For infants or young children – formula and food, nappies.

Change of clothes (wind/waterproof clothing and strong outdoor shoes).

Toiletries – towel, soap, toothbrush, sanitary items, toilet paper.

Blankets or sleeping bags.

Face and dust masks.

Pet supplies.

Important documents: Identification (birth and marriage certificates/driver’s licences and passports.

Financial (insurance policies and mortgage).

Precious family photos.

If you have to evacuate: Take your getaway kit, turn off electricity and water, turn off gas only if you suspect a leak or if asked to do so by the authorities.

Take your pets with you.

Where to hear emergency updates Radio Stations to listen to during an emergency.

A transistor radio and a supply of batteries should be part of every household emergency kit.

The Breeze - 89.7FM Blenheim, 98.7FM Picton, 97.1FM Kaikoura More FM - 92.9FM Blenheim, 94.7FM Picton, 89.9FM Kaikoura Classic Hits - 96.9FM Blenheim, 1584AM Blenheim & Picton, 89.8FM Nelson ZM - 90.5FM Blenheim Brian FM - 100.9FM Blenheim, 105.9FM Picton, 100.1FM Havelock/ Pelorus / Kenepuru Sound, 104.3FM Seddon/Awatere.

In the event of a big earthquake, a major fire where evacuation is required or a large scale flood or tsunami, Brian FM’s music programme will be interrupted by a short series of pips before civil defence messages begin.

Marlborough Lines has facilitated the installation of new transmitters so Brian FM can be received across the region including areas where other radio station signals cannot be received.

Marlborough Emergency Management Twitter account This is the official source of Marlborough emergency event information on Twitter.

Tweets will often link through to further emergency event information, such as media statements and public notices, on the Marlborough District Council website.

Unless there is an event, this account will be monitored during business hours only and tweets will be on general emergency preparedness topics.

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Lynda Harvey, Shirley and Ron Bowie enjoying the afternoon tea and concert.

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Audience shouts for more

Graham and Margaret Irvin were thrilled to be able to attend the Concert where their niece Kaye Marsh (centre) was performing.

Country concert day ‘very successful’ A most successful ‘Concert Day’ for the Blenheim Country Music Club last Sunday which featured guest artist and local man Rick McCallum.

The audience couldn’t get enough of Rick and ‘shouted’ for more, and were thrilled when he came back on stage for an encore, says club member Kathy Johnston.

“The show was well received with an excellent band and very good standard of vocals from local Club members as support artists,” she says.

Rick McCallum, Warren Johnston, Sandra McNeilly, Chris Devlin and Sue McKenzie.

Photos by Kathy Johnston.

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w community notices The Community Noticeboard is for non-profit organisations.

For $10.00 + GST you can publish up to 25 words. No AGMS, sporting notices or special meetings. Community Notices must be pre-paid. Call into our office at 72 High Street, Blenheim

Blenheim Healing Rooms

St John Community Shop

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Springlands. Buzz on in to buy beds, bric’a’brac, books, boots, bags and beautiful clothes. (Make an offer on our many single beds available) Ph. 5781754

GUDGEON, Patricia Alice (Pat): On Saturday July 9 2016, passed away peacefully at Ashwood Park Retirement Village. Aged 82 years.

Dearly loved wife of the late Reg, cherished mother and mother-in-law of Michael and Liz, Sharon and Peter, Christine and Gary. Much loved Nana of Terry and Anna; Amanda and Sam; Benjamin, Elise (deceased) and Leecia. Loved Great Nana of Joshua and Erin. Special thanks to all the staff at Ashwood Park. Messages may be sent to the Gudgeon Family, c/- 19 Buick Street, Blenheim 7201.

A memorial service for Pat will be held for family and friends.

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

Open 1st & 3rd Saturdays every month.

11.00am-1pm. Salvation Army HQ, Henry St, Marlborough CommuBlenheim. Sign out. Free Christian healing nity Law Seminar prayer available to anyone. Phone 578 9704.

Employment Law for NGO’s designed for management and Depression Support Group Governance Employing new staff You are not alone! Spend time with others and Minimum rights 19th July who understand. Meets Bread of Life, 14B 2-4.00pm at Community Law, 16 Stephenson St, Thurs 1pm-2.30pm. Ph Barb: Market St. 0277372403.

Community Elder Care Thursday programmes for eldery, St Christopher’s. Talk/Tech/Teach. Keeping U Moving.

Older persons seminars. More info 579 4446 or 021 2230160 leave name and number.

Mental Health Consumer Advocacy Service

Our Advocates will take up your cause to ensure your rights are respected, listen to your concerns and support you in the actions you Family/Whanau want to take to gain resolution. Ph For information/advocacy/support for families 579 5304 or call at Level 2, Aorere living with mental illness/addictions please House, 54 Scott St. contact Supporting Families Marlborough Lyn, Karina or Nikki ph 577 5491 or visit us Workshop for Seniors at 4 Scott Street.

Get to know St John over a cuppa

Housie

and chat. Regular workshops for Thursday 7pm, Blenheim Bowling Club, 40 seniors 10am-12noon. Tuesday housies, 2 supers, raffles and meals avail- 19 July. Bookings essential able. Proceeds to Te Rerenga O Te Ra. 5780797.

community services Marlborough After Hours GP Services: Wairau Hospital campus, after 6pm.

Reception 520 6377. Office 520 9980.

Ambulance: Urgent 111.

Non urgent 579 4870.

After Hours Chemists: Springlands Pharmacy 9am-6pm, 7 days. Ph 5782271.

Community Care Pharmacy: Within the Blenheim Warehouse, open 7 days 9am-8pm. Only closed Christmas Day. Diabetes Marlborough Inc: Office hours 9am-3pm Mon-Thu 5775549. Reg. Nurse 1pm-5pm Wed, 8.30am-5pm Thu & Fri 5206200 (Mary).

Lifeline Marlborough: 0800 543354, 24hr helpline.

Marlborough Women's Refuge, Rape and Sexual Abuse Resource Centre: Crisis line, phone Wairau Hospital 520 9999, for Women's Refuge contact numbers.

Overeaters Anonymous: For more information. Ph 570 5137 Alcoholics Anonymous: Rose 5777651, Harvey 578 8125.

Citizens Advice Bureau - Free, friendly, confidential advice. Mon - Fri 9.30am - 4pm.

Phone 578 4272.

Victim Support: 0800 VICTIM (0800 842 846)

acknowledgement Al-Anon: Help for families & friends of alcoholics.

Ph Margaret 578 4690 or Cilla 570 5335.

Alzheimers Society Marlborough: 577 6172, 8 Wither Rd. Open Monday - Friday, 8.30 - 4.30pm Hospital Visiting Hours: Wairau Hospital: Daily 11.30am-7.30pm, children under 12 may visit parents only. Maternity Ward: 10amNoon, 4pm-7pm.

Children's Ward: Daily 10am-8pm. Visiting at all times is subject to the discretion of the nurse in charge of the ward.

Marlborough Family Budgeting: - Free confidential budgeting advice. Monday-Friday.

Phone 578 2006.

Marlborough Lupus Support: For more information phone Katrina 572 4333 or 021 502 451 Picton Doctor: Phone weekend doctor 573 6092 or Marlborough After Hours GP Service 520 6377. Office 520 9980.

Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non-urgent 579 4870.

Chemist:Picton Healthcare Pharmacy. Ph 573 6420 Mon -Fri 8.30-5.30pm, Sat 9-2pm, Queen Charlotte Pharmacy 573 7927 Sat 9-1pm.

The Sun Newspaper offers an acknowledgement service to its readers. You can submit acknowledgements following family bereavements. The deadline will be on Mondays at 5.00pm, with a limit of 50 words for $15.00+GST. You can submit ack n ow l e d g e m e n t s by bringing them to the Sun office at 72 High Street, or posting them to PO Box 634 Blenheim 7240.

You can also email them to frontdesk@ blenheimsun.co.nz Please include your contact details: Name, address, email and phone numbers, including your mobile number if possible.

MORROW, Beatrice Delamere (Dela): Passed away, peacefully, on Wednesday July 6 2016 at Ashwood Park Retirement Village. In her 96th year. Loved wife of the late John, loved mother and mother-in-law of Alastair and Pam, the late Jill, Tim, Jackie and Michael Halliday, Simon and Angela. Loved Gran of Debora, Hamish, and Scott; Nick, Kate, and Hayley; and Janita. Loved great Gran of Caitlin and Cameron, Jonathan and Samuel, Hunter and Ollie, Jaylah, Bailey, and Ivy. Messages may be sent to the Morrow family, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240. A private family service for Dela has been held.

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

SMITH, Phyllis Anne (nee Lamrock): Died at home in Blenheim.

Aged 87 years. Survived by her children Kerrie, James Iaaqov, and Edna Raewyn, and sons-in-law Adrian and Martin. Enquiries to Mrs Raewyn Kealey phone 021 640 829.

Messages may be sent to the Smith Family, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240. At Anne’s request, a private family service will be held.

G E O F F R E Y T S OW M A N , F.D.A.N.Z. TEL 03 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz Van Angeren, Gerardus Cor-

nelis: On Monday 11 July 2016 at Wairau Hospital, aged 93 years.

Loved husband and life partner of Jill, loved father and father-in-law of Denise and John, Richard, Frances and Wayne, Louise and Steve.

Treasured Grandad and Great Grandad of his many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Loved uncle to all his nieces and nephews in New Zealand, Australia and England and Anneke, Nico and their son Derek in Holland. Loved brother-in-law of Carole Chapman.

Messages may be sent to c/- PO Box 9 Blenheim 7240. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Marlborough District Brass Band c/- PO Box 92 Blenheim 7240 would be appreciated or made at the service.

A service to celebrate Gerard’s life will be held at the Riverside Chapel, Cloudy Bay Funeral Services corner of Grove Road and Alfred Street on Thursday 14 July at 1.00pm followed by private cremation.

CLOU DY BAY F U N ER A L SERVICES, F.D.A.N.Z.

acknowledgement NEAL, Anita Lizzie: 17.5.1920 8.6.2016. Brenda, Owen, Albert, Faye and Stephen, and their families, wish to acknowledge the huge support on the passing of a much-loved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

The cards, flowers, baking, phone calls, texts, emails, visits, attendance at the service, and St John donations were appreciated, and humbling.

Terry Terrill, your compassion and humour was appreciated and contributed to a service which well-reflected Mum’s life. To Lloyd Bush and

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the team at Geoffrey T Sowman Funeral Directors, your guidance, professionalism, and compassion was exemplary. To the staff of Francis Street Medical, especially Dr Guy Gardiner, the staff at Florence Nightingale, St John, Wairau Hospital, and Springlands Lifestyle Village, we are very grateful for the wonderful care given. We will miss Mum immensely but know she lives on in all of us and her pearls of wisdom will always be treasured. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement.

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firewood

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kitchens

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walklins@xtra.co.nz 13 Sutherland Terrace Blenheim

by Cantwell Joinery Visit us online at www.mastercraft.co.nz or call us on 03 578 3375 Showroom: 15 Bristol Street, Riverlands, Blenheim

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Barley Meal plus Soya $20.00 Pig Pellets $26.50 Garden Pellets $20.00 Multigrain Horse Feed $34.30

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FREE-2 tortoiseshell cats. One 2&half years, one 6months old. Dog friendly. Ph: 5729939.

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Guniea Fowl keets prismaprint.co.nz info@ $20 each & Wild Piglets prismaprint.co.nz X $25. Ph: 5729939.

KITTENS, 2 black & white, 2 tortoisehell, well socialised, dog friendly. $25 each. Ph: 5729939.

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We service all Commercial Kitchen & Laundry equipment.

Local agent for Starline Dishwashers.

Ph: 579 4445 www.cmelectrical.co.nz

R OUN D B A L A G E and round bales of hay for sale. Phone: 027 2414504.

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Marlborough Freshwater Anglers’ Club 2016 AGM

Tuesday 9th August 7.30pm, Whitehead Park Bowling Club All members & friends welcome Enquires 579 3331 M Se m siu

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• Exterior plastering & waterproofing • Commercial & residential • Repairs & repaints • High pressure water blasting • House maintenance • Free quotes & advice ALL WORK GUARANTEED MIKE DOUGLAS

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Fees free for domestic students evening workshops Start July 18

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Sew Marlborough Exhibition ($2 entry) and Merchants Mall (free entry) Friday 15th July – Sunday 17th July 8.30 am – 4.30 pm Monday 18th July 8.30 am – 1.30 pm Marlborough Girls College Hall & Gym

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Alzheimers Marlborough Centre 8 Wither Road, Blenheim 5.30pm Wednesday 27th July 2016 Guest Speaker: Dr Andrew Wilson Followed by supper and social hour

THE FORTITUDE SISTERS With Helen Moulder and Viginia Ward Havelock Town Hall, Saturday 16 July, 2016 at 5.00pm Tickets- $25 adults, $20 for seniors and students & $15 for children under 15 Ticket purchases: Eyes on Nature - 61 Main Street, Havelock.

Ph: 574 2590 or email janet@eyesonnature.co.nz Still Books -18 Scott Street, Blenheim. Ph: 578 9701 Forresters Café - Mt Richmond Estate, Rai Valley.

Ph: 571 6070 Take Note - 28 High Street, Picton. Ph:573 6107

Small Business course

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NO FEE part-time evening programme held in Blenheim

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EAR Health. Removal of Ear Wax using microscope and suction.

Phone for an appointment 578 8310 at Edge Physio, 11 Francis St.

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In partnership with Te Wānanga o Aotearoa

Blenheim & Districts Highland Pipe Band, Inc.

The Blenheim & Districts Highland Pipe Band would like to thank the following organisations for the donations received for our recent Bamboo Garden Dinner and Auction.

Your support is very much appreciated.

Omaka Springs Estate Interislander Renaissance Beeer Brancott Estate Gordon Handy Machinery Highlight Wine Tours Gifts on Grove Nite Spa Highfield Estate Lochmara Lodge Ritual Café Mike Ponder Aldan Lodge Motel

work wanted

PAINTER NO GST Labour only Free quote Ph Gavin 0210 8656 568

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SALES Have some junk that could be treasure?

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Advertise a garage sale today and turn trash into cash

Phone 5777 868

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Deep/Sport Massage Therapist Required From July 26 until September 9, 2016 (Possibility for further work) Phone: 021 0287 0741

Trev’s Painting & Decorating Interiors - Exteriors - Wall papering Gib stopping - Roofs EQC

Tradesman with 40 years experience Ph 027-859-7074 • A/H 03-579-3368 email: samkar@xtra.co.nz

public notice

ADVERTISING TERMS & CONDITIONS All advertisements are subject to the approval of Blenheim Sun newspaper. Advertisements are positioned entirely at the option of The Publisher & no guarantee of placement is given. Applicable loadings apply only to the specific placement of strip or island advertisements.

Placement & approval is at the discretion of The Publisher. While every effort will be made to publish as instructed, The Publisher accepts no liability for any loss caused through loss or misplacement. The Publisher reserves the right to reject any advertisement considered unsuitable for publication. Advertisements will be charged on the size of the material supplied or the space ordered whichever is the greater. It is the responsibility of the Advertiser or Advertising Agent to notify Blenheim Sun newspaper of any error within 24 hours of its publication.

The Publisher is not responsible for recurring errors. To obtain a classified space order (defined as annual commitment of advertising space or spend) please speak to your advertising representative. (Surcharges may apply if commitment levels are not met or cancellation of a space booking & or contract). Cancellation: neither display nor classified cancellations will be accepted after the booking deadline. No credits will be issued to classified package buys that have commenced their series. If an advertiser at any time fails to supply copy within the deadline, it is understood & agreed that the last copy supplied will be repeated. Specific terms & conditions apply to certain classifications. These may relate to either requirements & conditions set by industry standards for the advertising of certain goods & services, or set by The Publisher. Please speak to your advertising representative to obtain a full copy of these. Advertisers agree that all advertisements published by Blenheim Sun newspaper may also appear on a relevant website.

situations vacant

garage

Wednesday July 13, 2016

Chef and Assistant Manager wanted

We are looking for a Chef and assistant manager who is a true professional that can lead, create and innovate.

(Mr.Asian and Noodle Corner at Blenheim).

The candidate should hold relevant experience or qualification.

Hard working and responsible person.

Have knowledge with Asian cuisine and Asian food.

Please apply with your cover letter and CV nzpolarisgroup@gmail.com or Dom 03-5779918

Bethsaida RETIREMENT VILLAGE

HEALTH CARE Activities ASSISTANTS Coordinator Permanent & casual shifts are available

Are for youenthusiastic Kind? Patient?

Empathetic? and committed

A full time position available for an health has carebecome assistants.

Activities Coordinator at our Retirement Village.

Experience is preferred, but full training The role theto planning overseeing will involves be offered suitableand applicants. of interesting and stimulating activities for our residents.Please call at reception for an We requireapplication a mature person formwith: or email • Passion, creativity and enthusiasm for manager@bethsaida.co.nz working with and helping the elderly • Good communication and people skills • The ability to work as part of an energetic, friendly and supportive team • Computer skills Bethsaida is a medium sized facility providing hospital and rest home care.

We are a not for profit organisation where care comes first.

This is a permanent position; Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm. Experience in aged care would be an advantage To apply for this position please call at reception for an application form or email: manager@bethsaida.co.nz Applications close: 22 July 2016

Building Control offiCer (full tiMe)

We’re a dynamic and progressive Council which prides itself on the professionalism it brings to managing our diverse range of functions

Council is seeking applications for the position of Building Control Officer.

Based in one of NZ’s sunniest regions with a great outdoor lifestyle, as Building Control Officer your role will be to satisfy Council’s statutory obligations and policies in matters relating to the Building Act, Building Regulations, Building Consent Authority Accreditation regulations, Fencing of Swimming Pools Act, Resource Management Act, Local Government Act and Amusement Device Regulations.

You will require an understanding of the Building Act, NZ Building Code and have proven history in the Building Construction (site or design) and/or Plumbing and Drainage Industry. You must be computer literate with excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other computer technologies.

Preference will be given to applicants with experience in supervisory, inspector or project management roles. You will be required to be on a rotational roster system between the office environment and out in the field.

Applications for this unique opportunity close at 5.00 pm on 26 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. www.marlborough.govt.nz

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situations vacant

Qualified Thai Chef CASUALS WANTED Do you have a passion for the Elderly?

Are you flexible and willing to go the extra mile with a “can do attitude”?

We are looking for people to be available as casuals for our facility to cover a variety of shifts in Caregiving, Housekeeping, Kitchen, and Laundry.

If you think you have got what it takes we look forward to hearing from you.

Please call at reception for an application form or email ross@ashwoodpark.co.nz

Required for Blenheim based cafe and catering business.

Must have at least 3 years experience and be able to speak English.

Phone 021 250 5756

Renwick deliverers wanted Are you a hard worker and looking for a permanent job?

Do you have parental or caregivers support?

If this sounds like you, please discuss with your parent or caregiver and give us a call.

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Do you want the opportunity to learn from a well-established team, leading the way in Cloud Accounting and Technology and working alongside clients to help them improve their businesses?

A rare opportunity to join the Leslie & O’Donnell Limited Team has arisen due to the opportunities grown from Cloud Accounting, focusing on client service and solutions.

Leslie & O’Donnell Limited is a long-standing, wellrespected CA firm, based in sunny Marlborough.

If you are a either a recent Accounting Graduate looking to make your way in the Accounting world or an experienced Senior Accountant (ideally with a CA qualification) then we would love to hear from you. Preferably, you will need to be pro-active with a sound knowledge of compliance tax and accounting processes and systems and have a willingness to learn and an ability to adapt to changing technology.

The key aspects of the role will be: • Completion of Compliance and Tax work with and for clients.

• Work with clients on implementing Xero and find the best solutions to meet their needs and help grow their business.

• Use systems both internally and externally to assist clients in an advisory capacity.

The position requires someone who is personable with excellent communication skills and problem-solving abilities. Previous experience with Xero and/or other Accounting systems would be preferred.

All applicants are kept in strict confidence, please email a covering letter and CV to andrea@leslieodonnell.co.nz by 22 July 2016.

Please phone 577 7868

NETWORK VEGETATION COORDINATOR We are a progressive electricity distribution business providing high quality services to the Marlborough region and have a vacancy for a Network Vegetation Coordinator at our Alfred Street Office.

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

The successful applicant will:  have excellent customer service and communication skills  have proven horticulture/arboriculture experience  preferably have some knowledge of the electricity industry  be motivated, and enjoy working in a team environment Apply via: www.marlboroughlines.co.nz/careers Or for a recruitment pack email: recruitment@linesmarl.co.nz Ph. (03) 577 7007

Applications close Wednesday 20 July 2016

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VINEYARD MACHINERY OPERATORS & TRELLIS MAINTENANCE PERSON The Seaview Vineyard is located in the Awatere Valley in Marlborough. At approximately 1,000 hectares and growing, it is one of New Zealand’s largest premium vineyards with a burgeoning reputation for the sustainable production of high quality grapes. Reporting to the Vineyard Manager, we are seeking highly motivated experienced individuals with wide ranging experience in vineyard operations to join our dedicated team.

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

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

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Aircraftman (AC) Seong Sik Kim and ACs Callum Kemp and Rebecca Lea painting the water tower. Photo provided.

Recruits help to restore war time RNZAF station Forty-nine Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) recruits have helped the Marlborough Garrison Society to restore some of the buildings that were once part of World War 2 RNZAF station Omaka.

The R2/16 RNZAF Recruit Course includes recruits entering trades such as logistics, aircraft maintenance, aviation refuellers, avionic mechanics, firefighters and intelligence specialists.

The recruits spent time preparing the ground for foundations, painting, clearing gutters and sanding weatherboards in preparation for painting.

Air Force recruit courses (there are three a year), are divided into flights, each of which is given a name that reflects historical aircraft, bases, people or events that are significant and relevant to the RNZAF. Command Recruit Training School Chief Instructor Flight Sergeant Malcolm Walshe said it was decided to capture a local Marlborough perspective for R2/16 recruit course, so the flights were named Delta and Omaka.

“Delta and Omaka were busy and historic Marlborough RNZAF stations throughout World War 2 and something we wanted the trainees to learn more about.

“In the early stages of this recruit course I saw something on social media about how the Garrison Society needed some help to restore the former Omaka buildings and surrounds and transform it into New Zealand’s only working World War 2 military base.

“I couldn’t let this opportunity slide, especially with a flight named Omaka. I contacted the society and offered our help,” he says.

Malcolm says recruits get a great sense of pride and achievement from helping the local community and putting something back into it.

“Community service is integrated into recruit training as it allows our recruits to increase their sense of belonging to the community and give something back to the region that has and continues to offer so much to the RNZAF.” Learning the history and traditions of the RNZAF is a crucial objective throughout recruit course training, and trainees are required to give a presentation to staff and course mates on the history and background of their flight name.

The R2/16 Recruit Course will graduate on 12 August at RNZAF Base Woodbourne.

Scallop fishing prohibited in Sounds The Marlborough Sounds will be closed to recreational and commercial scallop fishing this season the Government says.

Primary Industries Minister Nathan Guy says for sustainability reasons the decision was made to close part of the Southern Scallop Fishery (SCA7), which covers the top and northwest coast of the South Island, for the coming season.

The measures will see scallop fishing prohibited in all of the Marlborough Sounds and part of Eastern Tasman Bay for the coming season, ending on 14

February 2017.

“This decision follows the latest scientific survey in 2015 which shows a continued and significant decline in the fishery, despite commercial catch reductions over the past three seasons,” Mr Guy says.

“The strong message from the scientific evidence, as well as public submissions is the need to take the next step and close parts of the fishery to let it recover.

“These closures will rest the beds, allowing mature scallops to spawn uninterrupted and juvenile scallops to grow.”

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Brayden wins gold

By Cathie Bell Blenheim man Brayden Graham has won gold at the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation world championships in Las Vegas.

He took out the men’s flyweight category, winning four fights to take out the title.

Speaking to The Sun the day of his win, Brayden was still ecstatic.

“I’m on top of the world.

My body is feeling good.

I’ve been training for this, my strength and fitness, for eight years.

“I’ve got a wee scratch on my face, but apart from that, I’m happy. I’m on top of the world.”

Brayden is the first-ever IMMAF world champion from New Zealand, and then, another teammate won their category, so the New Zealand team is just thrilled with their success, he says.

“That’s an achieve-

ment. I’m so rapt, coming from Blenheim, little old Blenheim. If you’ve got a goal, you can achieve it.

“If you have a dream, write it down, make it a goal, you can achieve it.”

Last week, Brayden beat a French fighter, and then over the weekend, he fought a fighter from Northern Ireland, one from England, and then the final against an Irish fighter.

He says the fight against the Northern Irish fighter was tough and really close.

“I had to really grind him down. I won on points.”

The next day, he fought the English fighter in a match he won in the second round.

The final fight was competitive, Brayden says.

It didn’t start well for him and he lost the first round, but Brayden says he’s been ‘in deeper water’ in Marcelo Lopes’ gym in Blenheim, and he recovered in the second

round, taking back control and landing some good punches and getting a knockout call.

“He wasn’t fighting back so the referee called it off.

“I respected all my opponents. I’m grateful to share the ring with them, but they were in the way and I wanted to win.”

Everyone in the New Zealand team is ‘pretty happy’, Brayden says, and it was ‘amazing’ seeing a teammate get through too, he says.

“I got two sides of it today… I’m happy to share it with the team, my family, my girlfriend, the town.

I’m just so grateful to be here.

“I hope it inspires some people and make all the sports people in town realise it doesn’t matter where you’re from and what your situation is, you can do anything.”

Brayden tha n ks h is coaches Marcelo Lopes

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Craig faces top challenger

Local girl and champion squash player Megan Craig competed at the 2016 Nor th Island Championships at the weekend at Havelock North.

Megan faced Joelle King in the Women’s Open final and despite working hard and pushing for points, the match went to Joelle who claimed her sixth North Island Championship title.

Junior Black Sticks coming to Blenheim

Brayden Graham with his gold medal at the MMA World Championships in Las Vegas. and Peter Warren at Marcelo’s Gym, and his sponsors MD Freighting, Indevin, TH Joinery and Vent Ltd, plus Marlborough Family

Chiropractic, The Yard Bar, Bodies in Balance, Lorraine McKay, Hop ‘n Grape Tours, Scott Baylis Ltd and MMA Addict.

Players from the Junior Black Sticks will be attending school holiday sessions on Friday July 22, held by Mark Stafford, the current coach of the ACT Strikers of the Australian Hockey League.

The sessions are being held for under 10’s and 10 to under 14’s who registered for the programme at Blenheim’s hockey turf, College Park.

ABOVE: Customer Tania Dodge and Countdown customer service manager Kelly Hall.

INSET: Siblings Hayley, 6, Michael, 11, and Caleb, 7, write their messages to the NZ Olympic team.

Public encouraged to write a message for Olympic athletes Countdown is encouraging customers to leave messages of support for the New Zealand Olympic team at Countdown stores around the country in the lead up to the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.

With only 33 days to go until the Olympics, from today customers will receive stickers to write notes of inspiration on posters in every Countdown store nationwide, which will be shared with our athletes in the final days before the Games begin.

As a proud sponsor of the New Zealand 2016 Olympic team, Countdown hopes the posters will help inspire our athletes in Rio as they compete with the best in the world.

Countdown’s General Manager Corporate Affairs, James Walker, says Countdown is excited to be the team behind the team, and is thrilled to be able to share messages from all around New Zealand with the Olympic team in Brazil.

“While Rio might be over 11,000km away, this is an easy way for Kiwis to show their support for our Olympic team the next time they are doing their shopping.

“As a proud sponsor of the New Zealand Olympic team, we wanted to show our athletes the massive amount of pride we all have in them.

“It’s a nice way that Kiwis can wish them the best as they compete on the

Young dancers Eva Miller (4) and Laila Balasoglou (4) with ballet dance teacher Melanie Hughes who recently moved to Marlborough from Australia, to join the Marlborough Academy of Dance.

world stage,” James says. t fo en Kereyn Smith, CEO ofof the New h ag soputof utrh agent for the to e so th p to Zealand Olympic Committee, is excited to see all the messages.

“The New Zealand Olympic team have been working hard to get ready for the 2016 Rio Olympic Games, and it will be great for our athletes to see all of the messages from home.

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