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Solo act Mitch takes on music battle

By Celeste Alexander Mitch Alderlieste is a name well known to many in Marlborough as an aspiring musician but after tonight his dreams of a professional music career may come one step closer.

Mitch will be performing tonight as the only solo act in the Demon Energy Battle of the Bands National Championship in Auckland.

Continued on page 2 Mitch Alderlieste is in Auckland today preparing to take on a national music title.

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Mitch set to battle bands Continued from page 1 He has fought his way through regional finals in Wellington after getting into the top five acts, putting him through for tonight’s national final at the Kings Arms where he will perform a 15 minute set.

Competing on stage is nothing new to Mitch who has competed in a number of music competitions in the past, but he admits there may be some nerves.

“I’m confident in my set and have experience in live performance so I think I’m looking forward to just getting up and playing,” he says.

According to Mitch being the only solo act in the finals provides him with an advantage.

“Against bands...yeah it’s a big ask but it also means that I am bringing something different to the competition.”

Mitch won’t know the results until tomorrow, but says no matter what it’s a new experience and has provided more exposure to his music.

Mitch left Blenheim last year for Wellington to pursue music as both a band member and acoustic soloist.

“When I was in Blenheim things were going well and I had a gig every weekend which was awesome, but Wellington is so much bigger with new opportunities,” he says.

Starting out busking and playing in bars full time Mitch says he was able to ‘earn a living’, but it wasn’t enough to fund his music, so he’s working full time in a call centre during the day, and nights and weekends he focuses on his music.

“I write when I can and pick out the good songs, play them and see how they are received. I wouldn’t be able to count how many songs I have written,” he laughs.

Next on Mitch’s agenda is to complete his debut EP which he hopes to release later in the year.

As he prepares for tonight’s battle, Mitch was asked who inspired him most

during his journey.

“Ken Ham my former employer has always been a huge influence.

“He has so much experience in the music industry.

“Then my parents who have always been totally supportive of my dream of becoming a musician,” he says.

The Sun spoke with Ken of Ken Ham’s Music Works yesterday who employed Mitch and supported him as a musician.

“I have known Mitch since he was 12 as a client then employee and have always found him to be very driven and clearly focused on his goals.

“During his time here I’d like to think Mitch learned something of the breadth and depth of the industry and music in general, including the basics of insturment repair and setup which will put him in good stead for his career.

“He has every chance of succeeding at the levels he wants to. We wish him all the best for tonight,” he says.

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CBD spruce-up continues

By Cathie Bell Blenheim’s central business district needs to tell people it is open for business, a brainstorming session on the town says.

The Blenheim Business Association held a ‘CBD beers and ideas’ night at Paddy Barry’s last week to get members to come up with ideas for making the central business district a better place.

The association is made up of retailers, business owners, and landowners from the Blenheim business district.

Organiser Win Greenaway says the ‘beers and ideas’ night had a very good turnout.

The general consensus from the meeting is Blenheim’s identity isn’t one thing, but a collection of things, he says.

“The CBD needs to cele-

Blenheim Business Association members Mark Davis and Win Greenaway organised a CBD Beers and Ideas session.

brate all the great things the Marlborough region has to offer and connect them to the CBD such as our proud history of aviation, agriculture, viticulture and aquaculture, premium

food and beverage, the sounds, the heritage and of course the sunshine.”

The central business district stakeholders and business owners are very clear on the issues,

Win says, ‘which is not surprising as they live it most days’.

Ideas for improving the town included making the central business district more inviting and user-friendly for all ages through things such as a children’s play area, a fun walk that tells the story and showcases the region, the people and industries that help make it a great place, he says.

Other ideas were using technology smarter to connect the area with locals and visitors more effectively, more events in the business district at both day and night for young and old, as well as inviting educational institutes to actively participate in the CBD by displaying their works and letting people know we are open for business.

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Traffic changes might keep walkers safe Story and photo by Cathie Bell Two new pedestrian crossings, road markings, and a reduced speed limit are to be considered to keep pedestrians safe around the new theatre.

Councillors on the Marlborough District Council’s assets and services committee are to discuss a traffic safety study done by consultants GHD Traffic Engineers at their meeting next Tuesday.

Completing a traffic safety study after the ASB Civic Theatre was built is one of the conditions required when the theatre was given resource consent.

Committee chairman Terry Sloan says traffic safety around the theatre has been ‘a topic of discussion’.

He didn’t anticipate any problem with the discussion next week, as councillors are only being asked to receive the report but he expects people will have views on it.

“We all look forward to the performance of it.”

The biggest change will be to extend the central business district’s 30 kilometres per hour speed limit to the north, on the other side of the bridge from the theatre, so traffic going past the theatre will be slower.

This is likely to be approved as it is understood Blenheim School has proposed a 40 kmph speed limit around the school site.

Two new pedestrian crossings over Hutcheson Street are proposed: One up by the John Street intersection and one just before the roundabout at the end of Hutcheson Street by the Alfred Street carpark building.

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Candidates start No further nominations have been received yet for people interested in standing for the Marlborough District Council or as mayor, officials say.

People have until noon on August 12 to put their names forward for election.

So far only Brian Dawson, standing as a candidate for mayor and for the Blenheim ward, and David Oddie, standing in the Marlborough Sounds ward, have put in nominations.

Slip damages road A large slip on Queen Charlotte Drive at Whenuanui Bay after last month’s storms means about $300,000 of remedial work is needed, council staff say.

Engineers say the banks above the road on the tourist route are unstable and more large slips could happen in bad weather.

Sections auctioned A one-day auction will be held to sell off 40 council-owned sections in the next stage of the Boulevard on Taylor Park development.

Bayleys Marlborough will sell the sections in an auction on August 4.

Picton Cinemas Assets and services committee chairman Terry Sloan, whose committee will consider traffic safety outside the theatre next week.

an crossing will meet the needs of people who want to cross straight across the road from the theatre.

Both pedestrian crossings will be raised ones, to slow traffic down more.

The report prepared for next week’s meeting says the safety audit found the road as it is exposes pedestrians to risk and vehicles to side impact crashes.

Where crossings are now do not match where people want to cross

the road, and the lighting in the area does not help pedestrians to be seen well by drivers.

A right turn out of the theatre and clubs’ carpark is not allowed, but during the safety audit, vehicles were frequently seen making that turn, the report says.

It recommends moving the sign banning right hand turns and possibly putting in a physical barrier to stop cars making the turn.

The report says ‘a number ‘of

the recommendations are ‘easily addressed’.

The more complex ones have been referred to engineering consultants Opus for peer review.

It proposes better road markings, more lighting, and changes to make it clearer where people and cars should go.

The meeting will be held at the council chambers from 9am on Tuesday July 26. Meetings are open to the public.

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Mexican restaurant to open Yard Bar owner Joe Johnstone is to open a Mexican restaurant in Scott Street. The restaurant, called Cartel, is expected to open in October.

Sauces piggyback on wine Auckland-based food manufacturer Wild Appetite is to launch a United Statesfocused range of products branded as ‘Marlborough Fine Foods™’ because the region is so well-known in America for its sauvignon blanc. The company says the selection of premium sauces and condiments packed in a unique glass bottle will be targeted to the specialty and tourist sector within the United States.

Crossroads moves Yealands is moving the winemaking for its Crossroads winery to Marlborough, the company announced this month.

It says that as the Yealands Estate winery in Seddon continues to develop and grow, it becomes increasingly beneficial to centralise winemaking in Marlborough and also means a strong grower sourcing model can be established, further expanding on the diverse quality found in small parcels throughout Hawke’s Bay, and other key growing regions.

Crossroads, in Hawke’s Bay, celebrates 25 years of quality winemaking in New Zealand this year and was bought by Yealands in 2011.

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Mentors great for new business Story and photo by Cathie Bell Using the mentor service provided by Business Trust Marlborough has been extremely useful for a new business, Marlborough Podiatry’s Kaylene Mooiman says.

Kaylene has been in business for just over a year, providing podiatry care from the George Street Medical Centre.

She runs clinics in Picton regularly and works with other organisations to help promote foot care, and also works as a locum around New Zealand.

“I’m quite busy. It’s fun though.”

Kaylene is married with two children and her husband is in the navy. After doing a course at Woodbourne, he said the family should move to Blenheim, and they ‘love it’ here, she says.

“It’s the best move we’ve ever done.’

After setting up her business, Kaylene met with the business trust’s manager Sue Avery for help in developing it further.

“She’s just fantastic. She listened to what I needed or thought I needed and connected me with the right mentors.

“It’s hard work but fantastic at the same time. I now know from a business point of

Kaylene Mooiman of Marlborough Podiatry used the mentor service.

view where I’m going and what the next steps are.”

Business mentors can give general advice or help with specific areas, she says. They help

clarify ideas as well.

“A lot of it is just encouragement.”

She recommends the mentoring service to others.

Another green award for winemakers Yealands Family Wines has just become the first winery in the world to carry the DQS Green Company GC-Mark for its winery operation in Seddon, the company says.

It says DQS Group, based in Germany, are one of the leading certification bodies for management systems worldwide.

DQS have developed a checklist of criteria to obtain a Green Company GC-Mark that is based on national and international recognized standards and regulations. To receive a

Green Company GC-Mark, a company must succeed in “minimising its negative impact upon the environment.”

Yealands founder Peter Yealands says from when the company was set up in 2008, its goal has been to be the world’s leader in quality sustainable wine production.

“It is particularly pleasing to be again recognised globally for our fine winemaking processes at our Seaview winery.”

The company says it was the first winery in the world to be

certified carboNZerocertTM since inception.

Yealands has used miniature Babydoll sheep, burning of vine prunings and solar and wind power at its winery and vineyard.

It also has a composting programme, using its own grape marc waste and waste products from the aquaculture and forestry industries, to make more than 50,000 tonnes a year, which it says provides benefits to the wider Marlborough region.

The Green Company GCMark was approved alongside an ISO 14001 certificate, the international global standard for an Environmental Management System within businesses.

This ISO maps out a framework that a company or organisation can follow to set up an effective environmental management system.

Yealands’ ISO 14001 certificate was awarded for the management of the environmental aspects and impacts associated with winemaking in Seddon.

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Lynfords Furniture is celebrating two decades of being in business this weekend by hosting an in store event this Sunday.

To thank the community, surrounding businesses and customers, owners Lindsay and Kay Thomason will be holding a free coffee and a sausage sizzle from 11am - 3pm.

A Lawsons Dry Hills wine tasting will also be held in store on Sunday.

Never to be repeated specials will be held all weekend and for those wanting advice on colour matching, the representative for Warwick Fabrics will be on hand Saturday to talk to customers.

“Come along and celebrate our 20 year milestone. We look forward to seeing you there,” Lindsay says. * Every $1000 you spend in store at Lynfords Furniture up until Sunday will put you in the draw to win a Stressless Sunrise (medium) in Batick leather with Lindsay and Kay Thomason of Lynfords Furniture toast to 20 years of being in busistandard base.

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COUNCIL NEWS Notices 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 520 7400.

Closing date for nominations is 12 August 2016.

Land Available for Lease

Waikakaho Valley Marlborough Regional Forestry has approximately 8 hectares of river-flat land adjacent to the Waikakaho Valley Road which is available to be leased for agricultural purposes.

The proposed lease will be for 3 years with a potential right of renewal for 2 years if all parties agree. A copy of a draft lease document and map setting out the terms and conditions will be available on request from the forest manager, Merrill and Ring NZ Ltd, phone 03 5792298.

Tenderers need to state their bid as an annual amount ($ per year) excluding GST for the lease of the land.

1. Tenders will be received until 5.00 pm on Monday August 8 2016.

2. Tenders must be submitted to Merrill and Ring NZ Ltd by: • emailing to: mr.nz.ltd@xtra.co.nz or • delivery to: 141 Battys Road, or • posting to: PO Box 871 Blenheim 2740 The highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted.

Riverlands School learns about emergencies Marlborough gets its share of earthquakes, floods and fires and our Civil Defence Emergency Management staff are always willing to visit groups or schools to spread the message that it’s important to be prepared.

Recently, three classes at Riverlands Schools were visited

by Emergency Management Officer Gary Spence as they studied disasters and emergencies.

The pupils learned about getting prepared, what food to store and how much water would be needed.

Have you considered the impact of an emergency on you and your family?

Remember there may be no heating, no electricity for cooking, no Eftpos, no fuel, and no lights. Shops may be closed due to health and safety issues.

Be aware of what may happen in your area. For example, are you in a flood-prone area or where hillsides may slip?

Make sure your household has an emergency plan.

Do you have a meeting point, a neighbourhood plan and arrangements for animals?

Everyone should have emergency survival items on hand.

Not just food and water for three days but anything required for special needs including baby food or medication.

Prepare a Getaway kit should you have to leave your property in a hurry.

Include all essential supplies and important documents.

More information: www. marlborough.govt.nz/ Services/EmergencyManagement/Civil-Defence

Local government elections coming up in October Nominations opened on Friday 15 July – for anyone intending to be a candidate at the forthcoming local body election.

Nomination forms are required from candidates standing for Council or the Nelson Marlborough District Health

Board. Candidates must be nominated by two people, over age 18, who are enrolled in this region. Nominations close at 12 noon on 12 August For more information go to Local Government New Zealand: www.lgnz. co.nz/vote2016/

Are you enrolled to vote?

Rolls are open for inspection at the Council offices in Blenheim and Picton You can also check, and update your details, on-line: www.elections.org.nz/ voters/enrol-check-or-update-now Rolls close on 12 August.

Rose Pruning Demonstrations Pollard Park

Garden staff of the Marlborough District Council will be rose pruning in the Centennial Rose Gardens of Pollard Park.

Please feel free to come along for hands on demonstrations and questions.

Monday 25 July - Wednesday 27 July 9.00 am-12.00 pm and 1.00 pm – 2.30 pm If wet pruning will continue the following day.

Dog Registration 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 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. www.marlborough.govt.nz/Services/Animals/DogRegistration/Online-Dog-Services 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.

Positive ageing Gardening has real spin-offs for older people; health and fitness as well as the nutritious home-grown produce.

Gardening keeps people active, helping with mobility, flexibility and the use of motor skills. It’s a stress release and a reason to be outdoors in the fresh air and sunlight.

Some medical conditions and physical disabilities may restrict your gardening but raised beds and modified gardening tools can help.

Remember that older skin is thinner

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don’t give up on the gardening skin so attend to any cuts, bruises or insect bites straight away. Wear protective clothing including gardening gloves and be careful using bagged potting soil or compost; always wear a protective mask. Be aware of the risk of slipping; make sure garden paths or stepping stones are non-slippery.

If you no longer have your own garden and miss the work then consider helping at a community garden • Marlborough community

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gardens and allotments on Ralph Ballinger Drive off Budge Street • Renwick community garden at the Anglican Community Church • Havelock community garden behind the town hall on Inglis Street.

Remember that Council’s expert gardening team members are very happy to share their knowledge; feel free to speak to them as they go about their work in the Council’s parks and gardens

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Friday July 22, 2016

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The Sun Alistair Sowman Thanks for your great leadership over the years.

It’s been a hard job keeping everyone happy.

All the best for your retirement .

National anthem It is a shame that the National Anthem in te reo Maori is unknown by many.

You will not hear it mumbled by children in our schools - they sing it loud and proud.

My husband and I are in our 20s and 30s and we know it in te reo Maori just as well as English (fyi we are not Maori).

Maybe it is a generational issue...

Why is government forcing Maori language down our throats?

Maori is a dead language, like Latin - there are no maoris, half maoris, quarter maoris etc left.

Kiwis speak English!

Great movies On behalf of the Indian community in Blenheim I would like to thank Top Town Cinemas for regularly screening Indian movies.

We would continue supporting this great initiative.

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I would like to say thank you to Redwoodtown supermarket for the wonderful service my daughter and I received there recently.

I think the staff go out of their way to help you and are so friendly, it’s great.

Well done Elin

Bought or brought?

Racism?

It surprises me the number of people who don’t know the difference between bought and brought.

The way to remember the difference is bought is to buy and brought is to bring.

Pakeha cannot get scallops, customary can.

That’s another name for racism.

Ban smoking or dogs?

If given the choice I would prefer to ban smokers from the cbd rather than dogs at least the latter don’t leave litter behind or smell bad.

There are signs outside the library requesting people not to smoke.

There are plenty of seats elsewhere for smokers to indulge in what is now regarded as anti social behaviour.

I hope you get caught

To the people/person who vandalized the Mitchell’s on Wynen Street play area, I hope you get fined and caught, we ALL pay for your Pick up your rubbish stupidity.

We have an increasing number of dirty, lazy Losers buggers living in this town.

Three times this weekend I’ve come across food boxes & associated trash spread all over Thanks for listening the road.

They have no pride in themselves or their Delighted to see the extension of broken town. yellow lines (no parking zone) on Hospital Rd I wonder what their homes are like? west of Howick Rd. Not much better I’d guess.

As a victim of someone’s misjudgment, thank you for listening - a victory for common sense.

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Costs have to be covered

Each month the cost of operating the theatre has to be covered by the revenue generated.

Does it? Will it ever?

If not then costs need to be reduced or prices put up.

The latter impacts attendance.

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Swinebox enquiry With the ferry losing a couple of containers of pork over the side do you think there will be a swinebox enquiry?

Out and about Great to see people out and about, even if it is Pokemon players.

Massive congratulations to our local girl Elin Tomos who sang the Welsh anthem at all three all blacks matches.

What a beautiful voice.

Wales must be so proud, as are we.

What a treasure we have here.

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Priorities Sometimes kids need to freeze a wee bit so they listen the next time mum/dad says “its going to be cold, get something warm on before we leave”, aye.

Also, kids are usually running around like headless chooks keeping their bodies warmer than the parents standing around watching.

Please teach children respect While walking with my elderly parents on the Taylor River walkway on Saturday I was surprised at one mothers advice to her son on his push bike.

My father was walking through a narrow bit of path that was flooded on one side when an approaching child on his bike asked his mother if he should ride through the puddle?

She responded with ‘no stay on the dry piece’ which meant my father had to move up onto the slippery grass or risk being hit by the push bike.

Would a better answer not have been ‘just stop and wait until the people walk through’?

No wonder children today have no respect for the elderly when people have this attitude.

Letterbox recipe Thanks for the pumpkin and soup recipe left in our letterbox.

What a lovely thing to do.

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Park in your area, not over the lines!

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Friday July 22, 2016

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Story and photo by Celeste Alexander Emily Morris of Ward has had an incredible lucky streak after attending the Sew Marlborough event held last weekend.

Emily’s mother purchased her a $2 raffle ticket to go into the draw for a Bernina sewing machine, as she wanted her daughter to have a new model.

So it was a pleasant surprise when Emily’s name was drawn, winning a $5000 Bernina 570 quilters edition, sponsored by Bernina New Zealand.

“Mum wanted to see the exhibition so I went along with her. It turned out to be a lucky trip for me.” Emily laughs.

“I was shocked as I didn’t expect to win but it’s pretty exciting.”

Emily has been using her mother’s old Bernina machine that’s over 30 years old, and now with her own she says she’s looking forward to taking sewing lessons.

Lars Hamann of the Sewing Store Blenheim handed the machine over to Emily on Tuesday and says he’s pleased the machine went to a local.

The Sew Marlborough event was a four day event that saw 242 people taking 56 classes from different tutors from all over NZ. The event was two years in the making and Emily Morris of Ward won a Bernina sewing machine at last weekend’s Sew Marlborough organisers say it was a big success. event. Lars Hamann of the Sewing Store in Blenheim hands over the new machine.

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“But I do get something from it.

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A lot of it is unnoticed. The club is not there to be noticed, but it’s good that the community knows where the money is going.”

For Andy, this is the end of his second stint as Blenheim Rotary’s president. However, he retains a position as immediate past president.

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Youngest member takes over Story and photo by Cathie Bell Alastair Hebberd has taken over from Andy Rowe as president of the Blenheim Rotary Club.

Alastair, a funeral director at Sowman’s Funeral Home, laughs when asked why he became president.

“I’m the youngest member at the club, I’ve grown up in the ranks a bit.”

During his year-long term, there are a few things he is looking at doing, he says.

He is keen to get a new generation coming through the club.

“For me, it’s important to keep the social side of Rotary, but also to move into the community.

Hopefully, we can give people opportunities that may not have arisen otherwise.”

He joined Rotary in 2009 when he moved to Blenheim, Alastair says.

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Farmer Submissions vital on council plan Marlborough Federated Farmer’s president Sharon Parkes has urged farmers to make submissions to the Marlborough District Council’s Environment Plan.

She made her plea at the monthly meeting of Marlborough Federated Farmers and directed it at not just Federated Farmer members but every farmer in Marlborough.

Policy adviser Kristy McGregor described the draft plan as very important as it is wide-ranging, covering everything from subdivision, excavation and indigenous vegetation clearance, to water quality and water allocation, coastal issues and the rural environment.

“The Plan will impact what activities you can do on farms. We are encouraging farmers to understand what zone their farm is in, what overlays apply to their farm, and the general and zone rules that apply to them.

This will help them to identify whether or not they can do certain activities with or without a consent,” she says.

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“If you cannot meet the permitted activity standards set out for an activity, the Plan defaults straight to discretionary activity status. This means farmers will be required to apply for a resource consent. Council can choose to grant or to decline the consent and is able to look at any matter and impose conditions on the activity.

“For a discretionary consent, the application needs to be substantial, showing the activity will not have a significant impact.”

Kristy advises farmers to acquaint themselves with the plan through “smart maps” on the Council website.

“It’s a great place for farmers and other landowners to start, as you can zoom right into your property”.

Submissions have to be in by 1 September.

“Federated Farmers will be submitting, but Council needs to hear from farmers about what the rules will mean for them on the farm – what is practical and what isn’t. We are hoping farmers will consider putting in a submission,” Sharon says.

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this week with Wally Richards

Rose planting tips Roses can be lost when their roots are not kept moist during and after transplanting.

If you buy roses that are not bagged up or in containers, then you should submerge their roots into a bucket of water as soon as you get them home.

Leave them in the bucket for a day and then plant. If you cannot plant them at that That is ample food, minerals and protectime, then heel them into a patch of garden tion from soil insects. where the soil is moist to wet.

New roses have not been pruned, they If the roses are in a bag or container, ensure that the mix is kept nice and moist have been cut back to make transporting till you lift them out of the container and easier.

Normally about 4-6 weeks after planting plant them. It is fatal if the roots of roses dry out for any length of time, and the a new rose you would do the final pruning.

The first problem the roses will face in same for fruit trees and berry fruit. the new season is attacks of aphids on I have heard that sometimes the rose can survive if soaked for a day in a tub of the new shoots and buds. At the first sign water then buried deep with just the tips of spray with Wally’s Super Neem Tree Oil the canes showing above ground. I don’t with Key Pyrethrum added and repeat know if it works but an old nurseryman when new aphids come along.

A few gardeners tell me they place told me years ago.

Fill the hole with water and leave till Wally’s Neem Tree Granules in the root most of this water drains away. (If the zone of their roses and found that by water table is high and there is already refreshing the granules about every 6 water at the bottom of the hole then don’t weeks that they did not have much of an aphid problem each spring. add more).

Another tip is when you plant your new Subsoil may be dry even if the top soil is roses/fruit trees spray with Potassium moist and we need to ensure that the soil permanganate at quarter a teaspoon per in the area of the roots is nice and wet.

Likewise for the first year of the rose’s litre of water with 1 mil of Raingard added life, in its new location, the rose must have to each litre.

The whole plant and the surrounding adequate moisture in the root zone. You may like to cut the bottom off a plastic soil should be sprayed. Potassium percordial bottle and plant it so the neck of manganate being an oxidizing agent kills diseases very efficiently and can be used the bottle is in the root zone.

This allows you to water the roots when at any time during the season.

I prefer this now rather than using lime the topsoil is very dry.

Otherwise a new rose will need about sulphur for disease control.

At the first sign of black spot, rust or a bucket of water a day during drought other leaf diseases later on, spray with times or when the soil moisture level the same. becomes low.

A monthly prevention spray programme What to put in the planting hole of your would also be a good idea for the rose’s new plants?

My choice is the following, sheep health.

The same should also be used on existmanure pellets and or Bio Boost, a good sprinkling of Rok Solid, a little BioPhos ing roses and fruit trees, especially so on stone fruit to control curly leaf. and some Wally’s Neem tree Powder.

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

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Friday July 22, 2016

Precision Auto Centre reopens Local couple Jeff and Angelea Stanton have taken on an exciting new venture after purchasing Precision Auto Centre.

Located on Auckland Street in Blenheim, Precision Auto Centre has been established for a number of years providing a full range of mechanical services, tyres, batteries and Warrant of Fitness checks.

According to Jeff it was a case of ‘right time, great opportunity’ when the business came up for sale.

“I had already been working after hours as a mechanic and was building a customer base so for me it felt right to take the next step,” he says.

Jeff has 16 years experience as a qualified mechanic and has held senior management positions in the automotive sector.

He says growing up around speedway and working in the shed with his father was where it all began for him.

Born and bred in Marlborough Jeff left school and embarked on an apprenticeship with McKendry Honda and later went on to move to Perth, Australia.

There he ran a Ford dealership which won the ‘Dealer of the Year’ award seven times.

For family reasons Jeff, An-

gelea and their two daughters Michaela and Molly relocated back to Marlborough.

“I’ve enjoyed managing workshops and having my own small business but this is an exciting new adventure for us,” he says.

To begin with Jeff will be operating the workshop alone, providing a full range of mechanical services including using the latest diagnostic software.

A range of tyres including Kumho will be stocked as well as a range of batteries.

There will also be regular specials run, including Jeff’s $85 full service offer (excluding exotic cars).

Precision Auto Centre’s handy location to Blenheim’s CBD and the early opening time of 7:30am means customers can drop off their vehicles and easily walk to work.

“I’m aiming to make it as convenient as possible for customers. Many people don’t realise how close we are to town,” he says.

Jeff will still continue to offer his after hours mechanical service and says bookings can be made online through his ‘Garage’ and/or ‘Precision Auto Centre’ Facebook pages.

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It’s not just the treads you have to think about when it comes to tyre safety.

The current pressure level of your tyres also has a large bearing on how they will grip the road and to what extent they will degrade over time.

If you are unsure, visit your local friendly tyre specialist to have them checked.

Visibility is also key in bad weather.

Clean windows, clean headlights and effective wiper blades will make a world of difference.

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A Marlborough man running a road safety campaign to get people to turn on their car’s headlights on when driving at dawn or dusk is amazed at the response he is getting.

Grant Baxter, a real estate agent at Bayleys Marlborough, had put up billboards at his own expense on roads into Blenheim for six years now.

“I’ve had an amazing number of phone calls from people thanking me for bringing it to attention since the article in The Sun Newspaper.

“People have stopped me in the streets to thank me.”

Grant says it is also amazing how many people think they can be seen without their lights on, seeing many people on his daily drive in from the Waihopai Valley to work in Blenheim.

“People think the lights are to go on so they can see where they’re going, but they are also a key thing so that other people can see you too.”

His main disappointment with his annual campaign is the ‘apparent lack of response’

Headlights should be used half an hour after dawn and half an hour before dusk and when the natural light is low.

from those in authority, including the Marlborough District Council, Marlborough Roads, NZ Transport Agency, and the Police.

“I can only really encourage those larger employers and others to encourage their staff to bring it to their attention of the need to turn lights on at certain times of the year and day.

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Winter Driving Coping with wet weather Damp weather can put more stress on electrical systems. A service reduces these mechanical pressures. Deep water and brakes don’t mix.

Remember, water is a lubricant, so if you drive through a flooded area and submerge your wheels, your brakes won’t work effectively.

Using them a few times once you’re out of that water will help to dry the disks out and get them working again. This means: Service your vehicle before winter sets in.

Pump the brakes a few times to get them back into working order if you’ve driven through water and submerged your wheels.

Avoid being left in the cold with a flat battery or mechanical problems by having your vehicle serviced.

Vehicle checks prevent winter woes To reduce your chance of getting caught out with car troubles make yourself a winter checklist.

It should include a few simple tips that will keep you mobile during the colder months, and hopefully avoid more serious vehicle issues that could become dangerous or costly.

• Cooling system Generally all modern cars have antifreeze inhibitors, but it’s a case of making sure there is sufficient for cold conditions.

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Region to be first cab off the rank

By Cathie Bell Marlborough will be the first to register a geographical indicator as soon as the Government passes the law to bring them in, Wine Marlborough general manager Marcus Pickens says.

The Government earlier this month opened consultation on proposed regulations that will enable wine and spirit makers to register the geographical origins of their products.

The law to set up that register is to yet to be passed, and is currently being considered by select committee which will report back to Parliament by mid-September.

Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Paul Goldsmith says providing a registration regime for geographical indications will assist the wine industry to protect the reputation of exported New Zealand wines.

Marcus says the Marlborough regional geographical indicator will be the only one Wine Marlborough applies for in the first round.

The organisation will see how the process goes first before looking at whether to register sub-regions, he says.

Growers are being asked now to confirm the boundary for the geographical indicators, after an earlier consultation in 2008 defined the Marlborough region as pictured – basically the Marlborough and Kaikoura district council areas.

Marcus says it’s hard to pre-judge what the result of that consultation will be, but all the views were ‘pretty well-tested’ last time.

“We want to get the consultation done well before the act is passed.

“We intend to apply to register as soon as it’s passed, then we’ll be able to act swiftly in the European market.”

Wine Marlborough wants to be ready ‘from day one’, Marcus says.

Wine Marlborough is finishing a 15-page document for members on the proposed registration, he says. That sets out what makes Marlborough a unique and special region that should be protected by a geographical indicator.

Members will review that and the proposed boundary, and then the Wine Marlborough board will submit its application to NZ Wine, which will be handling the first round of wine applications for geographical indicators.

The law to protect products produced in particular regions has come about because the wine industry considers that the current legal measures available to them in overseas markets are inadequate.

To protect a product such as Marlborough sauvignon blanc in the European or Chinese market, there needs to be a geographical indicator protection system in New Zealand.

Having that system doesn’t mean worldwide protection, Government officials warn in papers to

ministers.

They say there ‘appears to be clear industry support for implementation in the industry, including among the regional associations’.

“There appears to be some confusion however about what implementation will achieve. A common misconception in the wider wine industry appears to be that GI registration in New Zealand will provide worldwide protection for those GIs. “Registration under the Act will provide no protection outside of New Zealand. It might not therefore be widely anticipated in the industry that significant resources will need to be expended to convert New Zealand protection into offshore protection.”

However, NZ Wine has told Wine Marlborough that once the New Zealand law is in place and Marlborough is registered in both New Zealand and cross-registered in Europe, it would enable enforcement.

A recent case cited by Wine Marlborough was of a British bottler of ‘Bay of Plenty’ sauvignon blanc locating its source as ‘somewhere close to Marlborough’ – clearly a breach.

In that case, emails from NZ Wine to the bottler resulted in the bottler confirming it didn’t intend to bottle more wine under that label.

Dance company Bcre8ve film their school holiday programme in Seymour Square.

Community dance project Story and photo by Cathie Bell Young people in a school holiday programme joined others enjoying the sun in Seymour Square on Wednesday, filming a video of their dance routines.

Spokeswoman Nicole Pereira says she and Vita Vika ran the ‘Man in the Mirror’ dance programme for the past two weeks.

There were 25 spots on the programme for 12 to 19 year-olds.

She says the name of the programme was chosen from the Michael Jackson song, particularly the lyrics: “If you wanna make the world a better place then look at yourself and make a change”.

“It’s about their identity, and that change begins with us, we can affect others and our environment as well.”

Nicole says the group, Bcre8ve, aims to help young people in Blenheim to understand their community and ‘how we can create and be the opportunities of change within our community’.

“We came to Seymour Square because it’s an iconic place for Blenheim. These young people are going to be icons for youth and the future.”

Filming finishes today, and the group will release the video on social media later this month.

Vita says he moved from Auckland to Blenheim two months ago, and in just the first week he and Nicole have seen ‘drastic change in behaviour and confidence of our students’.

“They all say they aren’t dancers but they have made progress so far with a week of monitoring them using the vehicle of creativity to empower them to make a change for their community by becoming united with the message of the change they want to see here in their Blenheim.

“Through dance we have created a positive message in a dance video. Not only that but the music is sung by our very own participants who will accompany myself through the track Man in The Mirror by Michael Jackson.”

Nicole says the programme has been great.

Some of the young people started with low self-confidence, but now they were here in public dancing.

“It may seem little, but it’s really significant for these individuals.”

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- weekend event guide Friday 22

Saturday 23

Blenheim Social Dance Club Mid-Winter Dance. St. Christophers Hall, 7.30pm-11.30pm.

Geraldine Band “Breakthru” playing Ballroom, Sequence, Latin, Rock n’ Roll. $10pp plus a plate for shared supper More info phone: Colin 5793101.

Redwood Market 8am-12pm, Redwood Tavern car park.

Plants, produce, cards, jewellery, flowers and hand crafts. Supporting Hospice. Contact Alison 5785109.

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.

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.

Filling in Forms Free help with job applications, passports, RealMe etc. Fridays 10am–1pm at Blenheim Library. Ran by Literacy Marlborough.

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 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.

Detour Gallery Open from Wednesday to Monday 11am5pm weekdays and 11am-3pm Weekends.

67 Market Street, Blenheim. Ph 021 120 1717 or 021 254 2489 or info@detourgallery. co.nz.

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.

Brooklyn Croquet Club Whitehead Park off Brooklyn Drive. Play days are Sat, Tues & Thurs at 1pm. Come down and have a go. Ph Dale 578 4427.

Sunday 24 Blenheim Roller Skating Club College Park, Stephenson Street. Every Sunday 1-3pm. $5 for hire of skates or $2 if you have your own. Come have a go, all ages and skill levels welcome.

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

Blenheim Riverside Railway Brayshaw Park Station. Departs 1.15pm & 3pm for Omaka and return and 1.45pm for Beaver Station, Riverside Park, Central Blenheim and return. Cash only. Adults $10, Child $5.

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

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.

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

Marlborough Farmers Market 9am to 12noon, every Sunday. Come and visit us at the A&P Sheep Pavilion for a delicious range of fresh produce and winter warmer brunches. Cheerfully open regardless of the weather! A&P Showgrounds Sheep Pavilion, Cnr Maxwell & Alabama Rd. Petanque 10am Sunday and 1pm Wednesday, 65A Weld Street–John Ph 5779789.

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

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

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

Up & Coming Tuesday 19 July School Holiday Story and Craft Sessions - Funny Stories. Millennium Public Art Gallery, Corner of Seymour and Alfred Streets, 10:30am– 11:30am. Marlborough District Libraries (Blenheim) in association with the Millennium Public Art Gallery will hold story and craft sessions at the Gallery during the July school holidays with the Painted Stories exhibition. Free.

Wednesday 27 July Cure Kids Movie Fundraising Night Ice Age: Collision Course, 7pm, Toptown Cinemas, Kinross St. Tickets $20 each including food and drink. Tickets available from Briscoes or Rebel Sport Blenheim.

Saturday 30 July Havana Nights’ Cuban Salsa Party 7:30pm onwards, Salsa Groove Marlborough, c/- Studio HQ (next to Devour Cafe/Hertiage Cafe), State Highway 1, Grovetown. Join Salsa Groove Marlborough for a fun filled night dancing to the rhythms and music of Latin America. $10.00 door charge, BYO drinks/ glasses, plus follow-me dances and performances.

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

Kapahaka Every Sunday at Tuamarina Hall. 1pm-3pm.

All welcome.

Ulysses Club Ride Join us for a ride down to Kekerengu for coffee, 1pm.

Class Act: Combined Studio Classes Yealands Estate Marlborough Gallery, 204 High Street, 10:30am.

Art by facilitators including Prue Matthews, Jennifer Godden and Anne Johnston and their students. The studio will be open to see the artists at work in these popular morning and afternoon Studio Classes.

ry Vintage Farm Machine . Brayshaw day ry eve en op 10am-3pm, le, SundayPark guided tours availab Ph Doris es. rid ine Eng k Thomas Tan 579 4357.

Blenheim Rotary Car Boot Sale Every Saturday 8am–12.30pm at the Railway Station car park, Grove Rd. Club Meets Mondays at Clubs of Marlboroug h.

Ph Andy 578 2272 or 021 842 928.

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Street naming Blenheim businessman Phil Welch is to have another go to convince councillors to swap the names of small sections of Grove Road and Sinclair Streets.

A report to the Marlborough District Council’s assets and services committee says that since May 2013, Phil has asked for a change in name on behalf of 13 businesses in the area.

“Due to the realignment of Grove Road when it was built and where Sinclair Street begins, confusion occurs as to where Grove Road is situated. The businesses

in question have experienced frustration with mail and courier delivery, and street identification when giving directions.”

The issue ended in disagreement when it was raised in 2014, as the Marlborough Historical Society are ‘very much opposed’ to the request, citing James Sinclair as one of Blenheim’s founding fathers and the street in its prominent location being the only landmark in his honour.

The committee is to consider the request at its meeting on Tuesday morning.

Garin College Small School, Big Heart Garin College is a co-educational Catholic College with boarding facilities for boys and girls based in Richmond, Nelson.

Why choose Garin College Ian Woolley is heading to England to compete for the world title.

Ian prepares to take on the ploughing world

By Celeste Alexander The countdown has begun for local man Ian Woolley who is making his final preparations before flying to England next month for the World Ploughing Championship.

The championship takes place September 8-11 where Ian will represent New Zealand against the best of the world’s ploughers at Crockey Hill, near York.

This is the second world championship for Ian who will be competing in the conventional class. He flys out on August 7 and will return at the end of September.

He plans to spend a month preparing for the event, practicing and getting a feel for the soil types. His tractor and plough have been shipped from Denmark where Ian competed last year and are ready and waiting for him.

As part of preparing for the World Ploughing Championship, Ian’s supporters have been fundraising in the background to help cover travel costs.

A quiz night was held on May 13 at the Woodbourne Tavern which raised an incredible $6079.

This was the first time the Marlborough Ploughing Association held a quiz night and the results of it “blew us away” chairperson Allan Gifford says.

“It was a sellout with 120 people attending. What was most impressive was the calibre of auction and raffle items that were donated by local businesses...without their support it wouldn’t have been the success it was.

“The money raised will help ease the burden of the costs associated with Ian competing so we would like to thank everyone who supported the event,” he says.

Among the auction items were a helicopter flight donated by Marlborough Helicopters, a jet boat ride donated by jet boating champion John Derry and two Makos rugby jerseys.

Providing plenty of entertainment was auctioneer Chris Abbott of Farmlands Real Estate who held the audience captive with his witty banter.

The Marlborough Ploughing Association will be kicking off the next season early September with a two-day event that will see the return of the ever popular Clydesdale Horses from Erewhon Station.

• Small community based Catholic College • Modern facilities in beautiful grounds • A safe and caring environment • Family style hostel • Fantastic results for all students, NCEA, Rock Quest, Stage Challenge, Sports, Outdoor adventure and more While Nelson provides all the advantages of living in a city, Garin College delivers all the benefits of attending a small school, and living in our boutique hostels with space for only 28 boys and 28 girls from year 9 to 13, you can know your child will be cared for as they move from home for their secondary education.

Our boarders are active, involved teenagers who thrive in the environment of the hostel.

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New Picton cafe set to open It’s full steam ahead for the owners of a new cafe that will be opening in Picton next week.

The Bakehouse Cafe will be opening at 30 High Street by the Yang family who are excited to launch their new menu and range of freshly baked goods.

The family has been operating a similar business in Motueka for the past six years and wanted to expand into Picton.

“Picton is such a lovely place with beautiful seaside scenery and a relaxing atmosphere. We felt it was the ideal place to open our second cafe,” Nancy Yang says.

The Bakehouse Cafe will be serving up a huge range of delicious gourmet pies that boast some unique flavours, and are all made fresh on site.

On the menu is a hot breakfast and grill meal selection, classic roast dinners with pork, beef and lamb and hot roast meat sandwiches.

Throughout the day will also be a range of freshly baked rolls, muffins, slices plus much more.

Everything will be available to takeaway seven days a week.

The Bakehouse Cafe will open next Tuesday and

Fresh baked pies, hot roast dinner and sandwiches

opening tuesday 26th July Roast meal at the Bakehouse Cafe in Picton.

for the first week a 10 per cent discount will be offered to every customer.

“We look forward to seeing you next week,” Nancy says.

Come and try the best pies in picton

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Bridal show sells out The Beavertown Blenheim Lions Bride of the Year show has sold out, organisers say.

The show has 15 brides registered, after entries closed on Wednesday.

The club’s big fundraising event of the year, this year the bridal show proceeds are going to support St John Ambulance and the Marlborough Stroke Club.

Entries were open to all brides that were married or living in Marlborough between 12 July last year and 20 July this year.

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Mayoral candidate John Leggett speaks to the older person forum, Mayoral candidates Colin King, John Leggett, and Brian Dawson while rivals Brian Dawson and Colin King line up for their turn. share a table at the older persons forum, the first debate for the candidates.

First meeting tests mayoral candidates Story and photo by Cathie Bell The council election campaign has kicked off with the Older Person’s Forum hosting three declared mayoral candidates yesterday.

About 60 seniors attended the forum, held at St Christopher’s Hall in Redwoodtown yesterday morning, and put candidates Brian Dawson, Colin King, and John Leggatt through their paces.

The topics ranged from the ASB Theatre and providing social housing for the elderly and needy to how many cats anyone should be allowed to have and the state of footpaths in Blenheim.

All three candidates recognised the importance of keeping rate increases low for senior citizens on fixed incomes.

The difficulty of that was matched by the need to not only deliver core infrastructure,

but the social infrastructure that people wanted – including the grants for equipment used to help people by the Older Person’s Forum.

Former MP Colin King spoke first and declared he was ambitious for Marlborough and passionate about the region.

He offered his parliamentary experience coupled with his accounting qualifications as good reasons to stand as mayor.

“A vote for Colin King is a vote for fairness, a good strong team working in the very best interests of Marlborough and the community, with balanced financial planning going forward.”

Blenheim businessman Brian Dawson says Marlborough needs more people and businesses, not just to grow the economy but also to spread the rates burden.

He proposes the council work together

with leading industries, iwi, and the community to decide what Marlborough should be like in 30 years’ time and then work to achieve that.

The mayor should be out of his office, travelling around the district and nationally to attract new people and businesses to Marlborough.

Blenheim lawyer John Leggett says the mayor is just one vote around the council table but has a much greater role in the community, providing leadership.

Marlborough had a well-placed economy, and there were opportunities for growth, and for the council to grow revenue other than increasing rates, he says.

Council has to provide core infrastructure first, but providing social infrastructure is also important.

“It’s the things beyond just living.”

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RAFFLES RESULTS, Picton Senior Citizens. 1st Prize- 448, 2nd- 296, 3rd- 240, 4th- 126, 5th- 399. All winners notified and collected. Drawn under police supervision.

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H ousehold clearance , antique dining table and chairs, stainless fridge, washing machine, queen bed, entertainment unit, tv, lounge suite, Dyson vacuum cleaner, kitchen appliances and much more.

All furniture less than 5 years old. Prices negotiable. Ph:0274984314.

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'HAVANA NIGHTS' Cuban Salsa Party Saturday 30th July @ 7:30pm onwards, Salsa Groove Marlborough, c/- Studio HQ (next to Devour Cafe/Hertiage Cafe), State Highway 1, Grovetown.

“Cuban fever is about to hit Blenheim, this will be the BIG party not to be missed” Join us for a fun filled evening of Latin music & dancing. $10.00 door charge, BYO drinks/glasses, plus follow-me dances and performances. SPECIAL GUEST ***Greydis Montero Liranza*** (NZ’s only Professional Cuban female dancer, tutor & choreographer) Everyone welcome! contact Karen 0273090268, email: kmoathens@yahoo.com, Facebook: SALSA GROOVE MARLBOROUGH

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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

Permanent deliverers wanted for Blenheim area Are you a hard worker and looking for a 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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Installer - Kitchens and Cabinetry

We are looking for an installer, preferably with installation and joinery manufacturing experience. This position will also involve working alongside our project manager doing site measures, ordering internal doors, stairs etc, detailing kitchen and joinery orders, plus doing deliveries to site.

You will need: • Be organised, trustworthy, flexible, reliable and committed • Must be able to work to deadlines, and unsupervised • Be able to think outside the square and problem solve • Be physically fit • Must be able to read plans and have site measuring experience Own tools would be an advantage This is a full time permanent position, but will have a 90 day trial period. Must be NZ Resident.

Remuneration by negotiation relevant to experience.

Vehicle and cellphone supplied Apply Now to cheryl@2dayzkitchens.nz Applications close Wednesday 27, July 2016

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.

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situations vacant Houston Motor Group - BlenHeiM

part tiMe autoMotive GrooMer As a result of increased work-load and to maintain our high standards of customer service, we require the services of an automotive groomer to join our team.

We are the franchise agent for Mitsubishi and Peugeot and service both Japanese and European vehicles.

The dynamic individual we are seeking will be: • friendly with a positive ‘can-do’ attitude • great time management skills with the ability to prioritise • an eye for detail • takes pride in their work • a good understanding of motor vehicles • have a current drivers licence The position is part time Monday through Friday with actual hours reflective of customer service bookings, however alternative hours could be negotiated with the successful applicant.

If you are successful, you will join a busy and vibrant team looking to continue its growth through service excellence.

Please apply in writing in the first instance, including CV and references to: Email: andrewn@houstons.co.nz Mail to: The Manager Houston Motor Group PO Box 1102, Blenheim

Deputy ReseRves RangeR (peRmanent paRt-time)

Do you want to work part time and utilise your considerable people management skills and work in the outdoors taking care of marlborough’s open spaces

This role is responsible for back up for our Reserves Ranger undertaking duties throughout the Marlborough district.

The role has a large education component as well as the need for enforcement at times.

You will have a background in roles that require a large component of working with people from all walks of life, be prepared to do some physical work of the not always pleasant nature, patrolling freedom camping for the district and ensuring Marlborough’s parks and reserves are being used as intended.

If you love dealing with people, are passionate about Marlborough and our environment then this role might be for you.

Currently the days of work are Tuesday and Wednesday but this may alter in the future.

Applications for this unique opportunity close at 12.00 pm on 1 August 2016.

Applications should be made online via our website, www.marlborough.govt.nz/Your-Council/Careers/CurrentVacancies, 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.

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

Nativity Anglican Church 76 Alfred Street, Blenheim.

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

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Births This Week CARRINGTON: Baby girl (3.3kg) on July 17, 2016 HOLDAWAY: Frederick Alan (9lb 1oz) July 9th, 2016 THOMPSETT-MARSDEN: Isla Elizabeth Gail (8lb 4oz) June 15, 2016 LAMB: Devon Henry (9lb 11oz) July 19, 2016

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

RUAWHARE: baby girl (8lb 4oz) July 14, 2016 MCLEAN: Blake Robert William (7lb 15oz) July 17, 2016

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BENSEMAN, Nigel Eric (Nige): July 17, 2016

CARPENTERS WANTED Wages or Labour only contractors

Would you like to be a part of the award winning Scott Construction group of companies that has been servicing the top of the South for over 40 years?

ELPHICK, Emily Irene: July 16, 2016 GEBBIE, Martha Margaret (Margaret): July 13, 2016 HOLT, Gordon Clifford (Cliff): July 15, 2016 HUGHES, Gloria Jean: July 17, 2016

Specialising in all aspects of building work • Commercial and Industrial • High end Residential • Seismic Strengthening • Alterations and additions

KNIGHTON, Stanley (Stan): RNZAF Flight Lieutenant U79299 (Retired): July 17, 2016

If you are motivated and have a high standard of workmanship we would like to hear from you.

WILLIAMS, Sandra Elizabeth: July 18, 2016

Please contact John 027 288 0155 / 03 578 9329 johnt@scotts.nz Trade me listing #1076143070

In Memoriam Remember your lost loved one on their anniversary.

The deadline is Monday 5.00pm.

Please contact the Sun for further details.

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

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CHESTERMAN, Francis Mark (Frank): It is with sadness we announce Frank passed away on Monday July 11 2016 at Springlands Lifestyle Village. Aged 73 years.

Dearly loved husband of Lynne (“I will miss you so much”), father of Jane (deceased) and Linda. Much loved son of Bill (deceased) and Joyce. Much loved brother of Jeanette Hourigan (Lower Hutt), Naomi and Peter Garnett (Picton), John Chesterman (deceased), Peter and Helen Chesterman (Brisbane), Grace Chesterman (Tauranga), and Daniel James (Jim) Chesterman (Rotorua). Much loved grandfather to his grandchildren. Messages may be sent to the Chesterman family, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240. In accordance with Frank’s wishes, a private cremation and memorial service has been held in Picton and a further private memorial service will be held in Lower Hutt.

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

UFFINDELL, Ian Bruce: 10.2.1935 – 1.7.2016. Jan, Jo, Steve, Di, and families, wish to acknowledge the very generous support on the passing of a much-loved husband, father and “Gramps”. The kind messages and acts of generosity were greatly appreciated. Many thanks to the dedicated staff at Hospice Marlborough for their care and compassion. Special thanks to Marlborough RSA for their wonderful reflection of Ian’s life. To Alastair and the team at Sowmans, thank you for your guidance and support. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement. in memoriam

NICHOLSON, Beverley Anne Sadly passed 22.07.2012.

In loving memory.

Epic weekend for dancers

By Celeste Alexander A group of dancers from the Marlborough Academy of Dance have returned from a weekend of competition with a trophy haul to be proud of.

A weekend of “stellar dancing” was enjoyed by the group of academy dancers at the Under 16 and 18 and Over NZ Championships in Palmerston North.

Academy director and dance teacher Robyn Simmonds says a total of 11 individual championship titles were won by academy dancers., “Everyone of our dancers made us proud, performing to their absolute best and no one came Junior Age Group National Champions Zoe Blackhome empty handed,” she says. more, Gracie McKay-Simpson, Zoe Francis and Poppy Parkinson.

Result highlights: and over, and most points in Irish dances.

Imogen Grayson ranked 1st overall NZ Harriet Lintern ranked 8th overall 18 years Champion Under 16 years. and over.

Brooke Smith ranked 2nd overall Runner Zoe Francis most points Under 12 years.

Up NZ Champion Under 16 years.

Gracie McKay-Simpson runner up Under Zoe Blackmore ranked 5th overall Under 16 12 years. years, and runner up Under 14 years.

Poppy Parkinson most points Under 8 Jessica Findlay ranked 5th overall 18 years years.

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won the title at Royal Troon, rather than Mickelson having lost or choked.

Not only did both men handle the pressure, they produced a superb two-man golfing showdown.

The statistics make for interesting reading.

It is the first major win for Stenson while it’s the 11th time Mickelson has finished second at one of golf’s four majors.

Only the great Jack Nicklaus with 19 has more runner-up finishes.

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Nicklaus has 17 major wins to soften the blow, Mickelson has just five.

But here’s the real winner from Stenson’s victory.

His caddie Gareth Lord now has to quit smoking after he and Stenson agreed he would if he won a major title.

Legend now has it Stenson told his caddy to enjoy the smoke he had on the 17th hole because it was going to be his last.

That’s the kind of confidence 10 birdies will give you.

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Drivers walk away with trophies and fundraise for helicopter

By Celeste Alexander The Marlborough Car Club held its annual prize giving last weekend which also featured a mystery auction that raised $1000 for the Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter.

The evening was a fun event with plenty of laughs and banter, trophies and awards for the club’s drivers and a special motorsport award for a “special lady”, says club president Richard Bateman.

Jill Gee received a well deserved special award from Motorsport NZ that was presented on the night for her valuable contributions to motorsport.

RIGHT: Marlborough Car Club member Neil Webb giving a speech after receiving three awards at last weekend’s prize giving event. He’s pictured with Fred Merkin and Richard Bateman.

Photo by Rebecca Maling.

Mutual Avis Rentals Trophy Class B (1301-1600cc): Allan Kermeen.

Jack Wilson Sales Trophy Class C Open 2WD: David Taylor.

Beach Cup Class D Open 4WD: Richard Bateman.

Wadsco Motorworld Production Car Trophy: James Cattermole.

Cameron Classic Car Trophy: Dean Cameron.

Thomas & Kendrick Trophy - Most club points overall for the season: Colin Harvey.

Shar Cup - Most club points overall for the season (ladies): Sharyn Cameron.

Cloudy Bay Streetsprint Trophy:

Neil Webb.

Webb Streetsprint Trophy: Daniel Harris.

Barton cup - Fastest time at standing 400m: Neil Webb.

Evan Trophy - Fastest time at a sealed srint: Neil Webb.

Pizzahut Trophy - Fastest time at Rallysprint: Richard Bateman.

Mckenzie Cup - Fastest time at a gravel sprint: Richard Bateman.

Kerr Shield - Fastest time at a hillclimb: Daniel Harris.

Mcmillan Cup - Rallysprint trophy: Richard Bateman.

Gary Greer Memorial Trophy - Pukaka valley gravel sprint:

Running for Dad

By Cathie Bell Gina Mitchell started running three years ago, and has decided to run a half marathon in September, dedicating it to her father who has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease.

She is doing the run to raise money for the Marlborough Parkinson’s Society, a group she says provide wonderful support to people in Marlborough.

Gina describes her training regime as a ‘journey’.

“I have been on a journey, my beloved dad has just been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and I am running my first half marathon to raise money for Marlborough Parkinson’s Society.

“I have never run more than 14 km and turning 41 in October. It’s hard so hard, but I am focused on helping these wonderful people.”

She says she began running three years ago and taught herself to run.

Her running buddy Sandra Remmick-

Sangster is doing the run with her, Gina says.

“She is my support, we train together each week.”

Janine Ready the registered nurse who works at the Marlborough Parkinson’s Society is also a great support, she says.

She had decided to try a half marathon, when her father was diagnosed with Parkinson’s and that was a ‘big shock’, Gina says.

The Marlborough Parkinson’s Society was a big support to her family, she says, and it was reliant on volunteers and donations.

“I thought if I was going to put in all this work, I should be doing it for good.”

It’s halfway through her training, and she is halfway to meeting her half marathon goal, Gina says.

But her fundraising is going well. She’d aimed for $500, but has already hit $1005.

Gina and Sandra will be running the Whale Run half marathon in Kaikoura on September 10.

inbrief

Club rugby finals

Central is up against Waitohi this weekend in the division one club rugby finals on Saturday, after hard-fought semifinal games last weekend.

The division two finals will be between Marlborough Boys’ College Old Boys and Moutere.

The division two finalists will meet at Lansdowne Park at 1pm, in the curtain raiser to the division one final on Saturday afternoon.

Gym fundraiser

Curves Gym is hosting an event today from 5 pm to 7:30 pm at Curves to raise funds for cancer sufferers’ support group Look Good Feel Better. Karen Jennison from Curves says the event will be fun for participants with yoga, Zumba, and pampering, while also supporting Look Good Feel Better and helping to put a smile on the face of those going through cancer treatment. All are welcome at Curves gym, Level 3 of the PORSE building, with tickets $15 each.

Car club prize giving

Here is the list of trophy and award recipients: Cresswell Motokana Cup: Tied for the most points overall for the season were Colin Harvey and Phillip Parkes.

Purcell Cup (mens): Phillip Parkes Purcell Cup (ladies): Jenny Pierson Mckenzie Autocross Trophy: Jason Clark.

The Uddstrom Trophy: Jane Campbell.

Smart Cup: Richard Bateman.

M B Mills Trophy (ladies): Jane Campbell.

Heally Panelbeaters Trophy in class A (0-1300cc): Jonothan Wilson.

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Triers Trophy - Tried the hardest for the least result: Andre Vanmeulen.

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M&D Bishell Cup - Most improved driver: Riley Stubbs.

Owen Brothers Trophy - Most industrious member: Mark Clemens.

Presidents Trophy - Best competitor at a national level: Richard Bateman.

Squires Trophy - Circuit racing: Russell Greer.

Voss Cup - Organisers and helpers cup: Colin Harvey.

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