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Story and photo by Celeste Alexander Grovetown School students Ben Carson, Thomas Large, Millie Large, Georgia Brown, Inesha Chilvers and (front), Sophia Heywood, Riley Smith-Wallis, Alex Rainbird, Tommy Stevenson and Christian Morton are excited about the school’s celebrations marking 150 years of education this October.

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Jubilee celebrations for Grovetown School

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Continued from page 1 Time capsules, memorabilia and school memories will be just a few of the things to be shared during Grovetown School’s up and coming 150th Jubilee celebrations.

The excitement is building and students are all buzzing as they continue their final preparations for the Jubilee reunion weekend, set down for October 21-23.

The three day event will see former students, teachers and board of trustees members join in celebrations with those currently attending.

The school has been learning ‘olden day’ games, revamping the school’s edible garden, preparing jubilee pavers to go into the garden and even preparing

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Grovetown School students Sophia Heywood, Ben Carson and Riley Smith-Wallis with one of the school’s time capsuals.

“We have been hearing lots of wonderful stories from the past and we look forward to hearing

more at the Jubilee,” she says.

To register contact the school for more information.

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a song to be performed.

Kath Bee has come into the school to work with students the song that will be performed for the first time at the Jubilee.

Students are also busy making goodie bags and writing letters to everyone taking part to share their own memories and what they like about the school.

School secretary Debbie Wallis says the school is still taking registrations for the event.

“We have former students from 1940 through to the 60s so now we really want to hear from those who attended in the 70s, 80s and 90s.

“We have quite a few people already registered coming from Australia which is really neat.

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By Cathie Bell Teacher union members have complained to the Ombudsman about the secrecy around the Education Ministry’s work on combining Marlborough Boys’ and Marlborough Girls’ Colleges.

Post Primary Teachers Association executive member Graham Smith says the union’s boys’ college branch has asked the Ombudsman to look at why the ministry has withheld the information Cabinet ministers used to make the decision to co-locate the schools.

The ministry had initially said

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“It should be transparent, really…It’s about having all the cards on the table so the community knows and the community can have a discussion, and I don’t feel that’s happened.”

The Ombudsman’s Office says the complaint has been received.

Ministry head of education infrastructure service Jerome Sheppard says the ministry always cooperates fully with any request for information we receive from the Ombudsman’s office.

“I can confirm that we have

received a request from the Ombudsman’s office related to this project.

“However, as with any Ombudsman request, we are not able to discuss details while the Ombudsman looks into the matter.”

He says planned relocation and rebuild of Marlborough Boys’ and Marlborough Girls’ colleges is ‘continuing to progress’.

“We have been working closely with both colleges to identify an appropriate site. Once we have a preferred site, we will enter negotiations with the landowner to acquire the land.

“The co-located schools are still on schedule to open on a new site in 2021.”

Source have told The Sun that the schools’ location has been narrowed down to two sites: the Blenheim racecourse in Waterlea, and a site in Alabama Road.

Three other sites are still in the mix as the owners of those sites may not wish to sell – two more on Alabama Road and one on Battys Road.

When initially announced, it was proposed the colleges operate on a co-located site in 2021 at an estimated cost of $63 million.

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Hotel backer doubts stall CBD project

By Cathie Bell The council is refusing to back a proposal to build a 100-room hotel in Blenheim after the developer refused to meet its due diligence requirements.

Marlborough mayor Alistair Sowman says councillors are keen to see a new hotel built in Blenheim but the developers behind the most recent proposal, a nine-floor hotel constructed on the council’s Wynen Street parking lot, have not yet been able to supply sufficient assurance that their particular project is financially viable.

It’s understood the developer has no history in the hotel industry and no track record with developments.

Alistair says the proposal hinges on council agreeing to provide the site for the development and discounting part of the market value of the land and the development and consenting costs, meaning ratepayers meeting about $2 million of overall hotel development costs, he says.

“Because the ratepayer would effectively be subsidising this project to a very significant degree, the council would require that the developer go through a confidential due diligence process to try and ensure there was going to be a good return to ratepayers.”

However, Alistair says the developer has declined to allow any independent appraisal of its assets and liabilities or enable any independent evaluation of the commercial potential of the project.

“There are legal mechanisms

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P i c t o n ’s C a m D a w s o n h a s made it through to the top eight Smokefreerockquest bands and soloduos for the national final in Auckland on September 24.

Marlborough Boys’ College band Meraki could still make it through as the People’s Choice winner, voted by text over the next three weeks, from the 15 entrants who made the top 20 bands but did not make final five spots.

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The council has backed away from a proposal to build a hotel on the Wynen Street carpark.

which cover the return of the land to Council if the developer doesn’t perform but these are very difficult to enforce and the developer has been reluctant to consider a proposal from council which would delay title transfer and which would provide this safeguard to ratepayers.”

However, he says the council is very keen to see the accommodation expand, particularly to be able to attract larger conferences and conventions, so its door is open to hotel consultants and developers who see opportunity in Marlborough.

Destination Marlborough general manager Tracy Johnston says

the visitor economy sector is in good heart, and there is still a need for another hotel in Blenheim.

The statement that council is still keen to talk with other hotel consultants and developers is good, she says.

“It is important that Marlborough maintains the welcome sign for visitors.”

Marlborough Chamber of Commerce general manager Stephen Gullery says the news is disappointing, but council chief executive Mark Wheeler was to talk to the chamber’s board about it at a meeting last night.

“We will be looking for a proactive approach by council to work

with the chamber in seeking a developer for this much overdue need for tourism in this region.”

The chamber wants the need to be met, Stephen says, but acknowledges certain requirements are sought by council from developers before consent will be given.

“We do not want to see the potential for Marlborough to be lost to other regions at a time when the world is looking to New Zealand for a safe, clean and beautiful place to holiday in.

“The economic benefits for all businesses and therefore locals is more than some may perceive.

We want to see this happen and to happen soon.”

Three nominations have been received for the Nelson Marlborough District Health Board, as health board elections are held at the same time as council elections in the same postal vote.

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

Nominations received are: Mayor: Brian Dawson, Colin King Blenheim Ward: Jenny Andrews, Jamie Arbuckle, Brian Dawson, Gary Hildyard, Diane Ryan, Laressa Shenfield, Alan Straker Marlborough Sounds Ward: Trevor Hook, David Oddie Wairau / Awatere Ward: Colin King Nelson Marlborough District Health Board: Judy Crowe, Bill Dahlberg, Stephen Vallance.

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Council financial report The Marlborough District Council has published a pre-election report about the council to provide information before October’s local body elections.

The report, available on the council’s website, explains council activities, issues, pending projects, and finances.

House prices up Marlborough house prices have increased 35 per cent on last year, according to the real estate industry’s website.

It says that across the country, the average asking price was up the most in Marlborough, where it rose by 21 per cent to $503,997. This was a record for the region.

The number of listings in June this year was 101, 15.8 per cent fewer than June last year.

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Two candles for two great years at Raupo Cafe Story and photo by Celeste Alexander There was cake, candles and plenty of cheer at Raupo Cafe this week as owners Stephane Ughetto and Taryn Gilbert celebrated their second year in business.

Stephane, originally from a small village in Cotes du Rhone wine region in France, met his partner Taryn while she was working abroad.

The two returned home and only after a few months took ownership of Raupo Cafe in August 2014.

The couple looked back on the highlights

and took the time to thank all those who have supported them.

“Two years ago we were standing on the front steps with our five month-old son ready to take on this exciting challenge and here we are again, ready to see what the future brings.

“Our progress has exceeded the expectations we had coming into this. Over the past two years we have changed the menu, created the patisserie and are soon to be launching our new French-inspired menu,” Stephane says.

“Our customers have been really positive and supportive and for that we are so grateful,” Taryn adds.

Behind Raupo’s success is their staff, and Stephane and Taryn wish to thank their team.

“Our staff are excellent and we thank them for their hard work, as well as our customers and suppliers. Your support is greatly appreciated,” they say.

The next exciting venture for the couple is introducing their brand new French-inspired menu set to feature in the coming months.

Science boost pending for regions

By Cathie Bell Marlborough is still in the running for funding for a wine-based Regional Research Institute.

Science and Innovation Minister Steven Joyce yesterday announced a second round of applications for the Regional Research Institutes initiative.

“The initiative seeks to maximise the unique business, technology and economic growth opportunities in our regions by establishing new, private

research centres that help build research and development intensity and lift innovation in key regional industries.”

Applications for the first round closed in February, and three potential institutes are developing business cases with the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment.

This includes a wine-based institute for Marlborough, to be based at the Marlborough Research Centre’s Budge Street

campus.

An announcement will be made on these later in the year, Stephen says.

The second funding round will open in early November.

The initiative is modelled on Nelson’s successful Cawthron Institute, which a recent NZIER report showed contributed $14 million in added value to the local economy and indirectly creates 91 jobs in Nelson, he says.

“During the initial funding round we received credible and exciting proposals from all across New Zealand on a wide range of research and development interests. This additional funding means a second call for proposals can be opened later this year.”

“Our regional economies have different resources and strengths.

These institutes will focus on scientific research relevant to a particular region.”

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Kaikoura MP Stuart Smith talks to the chamber event.

BA5 quiz for region’s MP The Scott Street office of Kaikoura MP Stuart Smith hosted a Marlborough Chamber of Commerce BA5 event last week, with about 30 people attending.

BA5 events, held once a month, give each chamber member an opportunity to show off their business premises to other

members and to highlight their services.

People asked Stuart about education and training, particularly about persuading schools career staff, teachers, and parents that trades offer satisfying and profitable careers for young people.

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COUNCIL NEWS Notices

Temporary Road Closure

Thursday 18 August 2016 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN under Section 342 of the Local Government Act 1974 that Seymour Street from the intersection of High Street to Alfred Street will be closed to all vehicles between the hours of 10.30 am and 12.15 pm on Thursday 18 August for the purpose of the Battle of Long Tan – Vietnam War 50th Anniversary Commemoration Service.

Also please note that there will be no parking in Seymour Street from the intersection of High Street to Alfred Street from 9.30 am to 12.15 pm.

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

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Rates Rebate for Superannuitants and Lower Income Homeowners Now is the time to come in and claim a rebate on your rates if you are a low-income earner or a superannuitant.

You could be entitled to a rates rebate, which comes from the Department of Internal Affairs, in the form of a payment to your rates account of up to $610.

The level of rebate depends on the amount of your rates bill, you and your partner’s income and the number of dependents who live at the property.

Applicants should bring in their 2016-2017 rates invoice and household income before tax for the year ending 31 March 2016, including any interest earned. Self-employed people need to provide complete business accounts for the year 1 April 2015 to 31 March 2016.

Remember that a new application needs to be lodged each year. We have designated staff on hand at Council to help.

Phone 03 520 7400 if you would like more information or visit the website www.ratesrebate. govt.nz

Community News – U3A U3A taps the great reservoir of knowledge, skills and experience that older people have by encouraging further learning and participating in discussions and excursions. Meet second Monday, 2.00 pm at Salvation Army building.

For further information Ph: 578 0109 or 577 5688.

Request for Tender Market Place Redevelopment Marlborough District Council invites tenders for the above contract.

The contract involves the deconstruction of existing planters, removal and reconfiguration of paving, construction of planters, paving installation, planting, landscaping and associated services at Market Place (dual split site) corner of Market and High Streets, Blenheim.

Tenders close at 4.00 pm on Friday 26 August 2016.

Tender documents can be obtained from www.marlborough.govt.nz/Your-Council/ Tenders.aspx All enquiries should be directed to: Lance Roozenburg Senior Landscape Architect NELMAC, PO Box 9035 Annesbrook 7044 Nelson Email: lroozenburg@nelmac.co.nz

Raising the recreational water quality of the Taylor River Floodway, natural habitat and recreational waterway, the Taylor River has multiple uses but, due to run-off from its surroundings, by the time the waterway reaches central Blenheim the water is often graded as ‘very poor’ for swimming.

Council has been making a concerted effort to discover why E.coli concentrations can be so high at times and also so variable.

Our water scientists have tested the Taylor and its main tributaries for a range of physical, biological and chemical causes.

Dogs, ducks and the public stormwater system all seem to play a part but the scientists haven’t been able to put their finger on a single source of contamination.

So a cross-council action team has been pulled

together to find solutions.

Assets and Services will look at upgrading more of the adjacent sewage and stormwater pipes; earthquake damage and aging networks may be leaking more than is immediately obvious.

Animal Control is reminding dog owners to help by cleaning up after their animals so dog faeces aren’t contaminating the river.

Further afield, Council is encouraging property owners on the Taylor tributary Doctors Creek to help improve its water quality. Cattle, sheep grazed in vineyards, spraying out vegetation on stream banks and Council’s own waterway weed clearance have all had a negative effect on the Doctors Creek waters.

Council’s Rivers staff trialed a lower spraying regime

over the summer and that had a positive effect. Now landowners can help by following the example of one landowner who has fenced off his cattle and planted trees to help protect the

waterway.

• There will be more advice in a Doctors Creek booklet being compiled and sent to all adjacent landowners - including a guide to riparian planting.

Pre-Election Report on MDC Financial Profile Like all local authority chief executives, the Marlborough District Council’s Chief Executive is required to produce a pre-election report.The pre-election report provides information to voters and candidates, to encourage well-informed election campaign debate on the issues facing Council.

The report summarises: • the main issues facing Council • proposed major projects

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forecast rates and debt movements for the next 10 years • Council’s financial results and position for the previous three years and forecasts for the 2015/16 and next three financial years.

The report is available now on the Council website www.marlborough. govt.nz/Council-Publications/ Plans-Policies-and-Documents/ Pre-Election-Report-2016.aspx

Local Body Elections this October Local government elections are coming up in October.

The full list of candidates for Mayor and Council (and also the District Health Board) will be confirmed after midday on Friday 12 August.

It’s a postal vote – your voting papers will arrive in the mail between 16 and 21 September.

Everyone on the electoral

roll should receive voting papers.

If you are not sure whether you’re on the roll or not, check at www.elections.org.

Positive ageing Council has two options which may help some older people who find themselves in serious difficulty with their rates payments.

If you are a ratepayer aged 65 or more it’s possible to apply to Council to postpone payment of all or part of your rates.

Postponed rates are paid back when the property is sold or from the deceased estate, or at a time that is

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nz or inspect the roll at the Council offices in Blenheim or Picton.

There’s still time to enrol – up until noon on 12 August.

After that, you may be entitled to cast a special vote.

All votes must be received

by Saturday 8 October. Make sure you put your voting paper in the post in time

to meet the deadline. Don’t leave it to the last minute.

At the last local body election 55% of Marlborough’s eligible voters cast a vote – that’s a far higher level of interest than in many parts of the country. But it still means that 45% of the people entitled to vote here didn’t get around to exercising that right to vote.

Postponing Rates Payments agreed between council and property owner.

Some fees are incurred by the property owner under this arrangement but these may be added to the accumulated postponed rates and interest.

Council is also able to consider applications for a postponement of rates payments from ratepayers who find themselves in extreme situations

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

of hardship.

Each case is individually assessed and conditions apply.

• For more help on this issue, or to get a copy of the rates postponement policy, ring Council, phone 520-7400 Blenheim or 520 7493 Picton, or see the Council website: http://www.marlborough. govt.nz/Services/Rates/Forms

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The Sun More happy news Three Birth notices in Friday Sun, 13 Death notices.

Is Blenheim’s population decreasing fast, or aren’t new babes something to celebrate any more?

Makes depressing reading.

Let’s have more “happy” news for goodness sake.

Great to see the MDC plan map of Havelock, but Blenheim is where we asked about in this column months ago!

Looks like we get swamped well past Springlands with a just a small wave within minutes.

Please be up front and publish.

‘Being aware.’

I’m sure mostly they are lovely people, but have to say when my son and I originally visited them nearly four years ago, the woman on front desk was rude, intimidating, impatient.

I sent for the higher authority who was very helpful and apologetic, they get things very wrong too.

Passing school buses

Children respecting older people

Overseas you cannot pass a school bus picking up or dropping off kids.

Wouldn’t this be easier? Eliminates the concern for all involved.

Witherlea school

Don’t tailgate - overtake!

To all tailgaters, one day someone will emergency brake and you will rear end them, possibly injuring back passengers or worse.

I have kids and I drive the speed limit...back off and overtake when ready.

You are endangering my little ones.

Spitting angry Some cowardly idiot has scraped my offside bumper whilst my car was parked in one of the town car parks.

You must have known you did it - what a bugger you are a coward to boot...not even a note under wiper to say sorry.

Spitting angry, Maggie

Due to the recent re-zoning policy, large numbers of Witherlea children are unable to attend their school.

As a consequence I would like to propose a name change to possibly Taylor Pass or Oakwood Lane School as the current name seems somewhat inappropriate!

So much for walking to school and cutting back on greenhouse gases!

Rob the greenie

Communication breakdown

It happens all the time.

The call centre is in Auckland.

Once it took two hours for us to get an ambulance to a house in the Wairau...seven minutes out of Renwick to a sick infant!

I’ve now been advised not to put the phone down to the dispatcher until the ambulance arrives to prevent this happening as they got Maori language the wrong instructions from the call center!

The Maori language isn’t dead, nor should it be, it is an essential part of the Maori identity. Then they can patch you through to the actual driver and paramedics.

However it is not particularly useful to anyone outside of Maori, as such I don’t think it should It’s a very scary situation that will result in loss of life. be forcibly taught in schools etc

It works both ways, but it is a parents duty to train their children.

Many parents don’t know what manners are, so how do they train their youngsters?

It’s a generation of no discipline....drugs, alcohol, working parents.

Very little nurture....parents mostly too busy.

Teach young ones respect, start by the adage do unto others etc.

Then respect them call them children - kids is an insult.

Big thank you Thank you to the Coastguard and St John for their assistance in my medical emergency in Endeavour Inlet about three weeks ago.

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I disagree that about kids having no respect.

I work with kids from age 0-12 years and at first some are but I put in place some basic rules.

Like no bad words, think of others, use nice words only, etc.

I also tell them that “I believe in them”, “I am proud of them” and “I know you can do this” when they remember them.

These kids have made some awesome changes and I am only around some for only 30 minutes a day.

Plus I ask them for three nice words each which they can do and I remind them of these plus tell them to remember to use them.

Worker housing Surely wineries should supply their own workers’ housing instead of using ratepayers funding.

Who is using the Taylor River?

Under the guise of inclusiveness as its not going to help anyone gain employment outside of very specific sectors.

Please return

I always feel sad when the subject of keeping languages alive comes up - absolutely you should do your best to keep alive the language of the people you identify with.

However it’s a big stretch to call any language ‘indigenous ‘ to New Zealand as that is completely impossible.

The word indigenous (Cambridge Dictionary ) means ‘naturally existing (in a place or country) rather than arriving from another place.’

No one is indigenous to New Zealand.

We are all immigrants.

(All equal)

Chorus guys did a great job on my fiber install.

If possible could one of the guys return two books that I wrote.

I want to put them in the library.

Thanks

How could you not add dogs to your daily stats?

Think they far out weigh the pedestrians and the majority are unrestrained and poo everywhere.

Might pay to physically go to the river and re do stats.

Report suspicious activity

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Hope everyone stays vigilant and reports any suspicious activity to police with all these burglaries in Elizabeth/Warwick/Mayfield area.

Hope they’re caught soon!

Scary knowing this happening.

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Have you noticed how small the wording in the council resource consent notices?

Makes you wonder what they’re pushing through without us knowing.

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Brighter days Amazing how a smile from a stranger can make the day seem brighter.

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We should all take a leaf from their book.

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Friday August 5, 2016

5 minutes with: Brian Dawson Marlborough District Councillor and mayoral candidate

Q A Q A Q A

What meal do you never get sick of eating?

A nice big steak.

One of my best holidays was...

A family holiday to the Gold Coast when (son) Alex was young. He loved the theme parks.

My guilty TV pleasure is...

Catfish and MTV Suspect.

Good father and son time.

Q A Q A Q A

I’m inspired by...

Self-made people.

How do you want to be remembered?

As someone who worked hard, was genuine and contributed positively.

Who would you love to have a meal with?

My father and my son.

Q A Q A Q A

What’s your fondest childhood memory?

Sp ending time with friends. Racing our bikes.

Building toy trucks and tree forts.

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

As a teenager I had a reasonable singing voice. I sang in a Scout Gang Show and was in the choir for a production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat.

What’s next on your wishlist?

A family holiday and a new lounge suite.

FreshChoice helps out

By Cathie Bell Fruit munchers are encouraged in FreshChoice supermarkets now, with the stores providing healthy relief for shopping parents by having free fruit available for their little shopping companions.

Fresh, seasonal fruit is available in the produce section of FreshChoice supermarkets and promoted with a “Free fruitrequired for kids” poster.

Land in all locations for growing Corn.

FreshChoice Picton owner Hamish Planting October 2016.

Watson says having the to fruitNovember available for children was ‘quite nice’. a good initiative.”

“It’s Please contact Graeme Bulfin, 021 491 197 or FreshChoice brands manager Liz deHamish Lange says she knows first-hand Dodson, 027 469 3353. what a challenge shopping with children canGroup be.

Talley’s Limited – Blenheim Divisionstore owner Heide Watson with 20 month old son Beau, Picton FreshChoice “I am often caught shopping with enjoying the fruit on offer for shoppers. my 3 and 5 year old at my local store and anything that can distract them tions to apply for funds for fruit to encourage even more mini fruit and allow me to focus is appreci- and raw vegetables for schools and munchers.” child-focused events.

There are 24 locally owned and ated,” she says.

David Reesby, FreshChoice group operated FreshChoice Supermarkets “A healthy snack like an apple or banana for them to munch on is produce manager, says the produce throughout New Zealand, each perfect to occupy our little ‘helpers’.” section of supermarkets are ‘a great proudly support the local comAs part of the FreshChoice Free place for kids to learn about making munity.

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Taste and health Growing your own vegetables and fruit naturally, without any chemicals, greatly increases the nutrition values of the food which is reflected in the taste.

On a number of occasions I have been told by gardeners that when they have friends over for a meal which includes produce out of their own gardens, the visitors are amazed about how scrumptious the meal is and initially they think it’s the cook and ask for the recipes or what is done in the cooking to make the vegetables taste so good.

Then they learn it is the homegrown produce, where the taste and goodness lay.

My theory is homegrown produce not only tastes really great but it is also very filling.

I believe this is because your body is getting the minerals, vitamins and nutrition that it needs and it is satisfied.

When we buy conventionally grown produce, it is fairly tasteless in comparison and doesn’t meet our needs so we still feel hungry and eat more than what we should That’s why people tend to smother the bland food with all sorts of condiments to make the food taste better. Often these condiments contain lots of sugar and chemicals.

Great taste equals great nutrition which equals great health. So simple.

To grow vegetables and fruit that are brimming with health benefits, you have to start with the soil you are going to grow in.

We talk about a soil food web which comprises of microbes, fungi, earth worms and numerous soil dwellers.

It’s these living things that help to enrich the soil, convert organic matter into food for plants, carry minerals, elements and moisture to the feeding roots of plants, all in all making for very healthy plants.

This vital complex can be easily upset and even destroyed by the use of harmful substances which include manmade fertilisers, herbicides, insecticides, fungicides.

We are going to feed the soil with natural things such as animal manures, compost (not made from green waste), blood & bone, sheep manure pellets, garden lime, dolomite, gypsum, liquid manures including sea weed types, worm pee, Neem Tree Granules or Powder, mulches of organic materials etc.

For minerals and elements we will use Rok Solid and Ocean Solids.

To enhance the soil life we will keep the soil moist along with applications of Mycorrcin and Magic Botanic Liquid.

It is the time of the year when you can plant out hardy vegetables that do not mind late winter conditions. Plant a few early seed potatoes now and you will be harvesting them about Labour Weekend which will then allow the same ground to be used for summer crops.

It will also mean that if your garden has problems with the potato psyllid pest you will get your spuds in and out before their populations start to build.

It’s a new season and plenty to do and think.

Health, it’s so simple.

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

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Be quick for Lions fertiliser

By Cathie Bell Gardeners keen to stock up as part of the Blenheim Lions’ annual ‘Fertiliser Fiesta’ need to get in quick.

Orders close on Wednesday, and the fertiliser will be delivered on Saturday September 3, project convenor Tony Ponsonby says.

Leaflets have been dropped in letterboxes all over Blenheim, but Tony is keen to make sure people don’t miss out.

Nitrophoska Extra is the most popular fertiliser, Tony says.

It’s a fast and long-lasting nitrogen source for sustained growth, and helps

Health Shuttle Volunteers St John provides a Community Health Shuttle in the Marlborough area and is looking for volunteers.

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vegetables, fruit trees, and ornamentals, he says.

“It’s in granular form which means it is easy to apply. It has no dust or smell and keeps feeding the plants for three months.”

Profits from the ‘Fertiliser Fiesta’ go towards community projects supported by the Blenheim Lions.

Tony says the group has had a lot of support from Ravensdown and Gills Transport.

RIGHT: Lions Club member Tony Ponsonby with some of the club’s fertiliser.

Southern Jam jazzes up town

By Cathie Bell The whirl of winter cultural events in Marlborough continue next week with this year’s Southern Jam youth jazz festival.

The festival starts on Wednesday and runs to Saturday, with a gala concert at the ASB Theatre.

Organiser Marlborough 4 Fun says the festival is bigger than ever, with more schools participating, more talent on display, more bands to listen to and more

venues to visit.

“This unique event, the only one of its kind in the South Island, is a must for all music lovers,” spokesman Simi says.

“If you’re looking for a great night out in August - or several for that matter - look no further than the Southern Jam Youth Jazz Festival.”

The festival is a great opportunity for young musicians, open to all senior school students aged

between 13 and 18.

There are several free events at cafes in Blenheim and Picton, throughout the four-day festival.

The gala concert has performances from the winning schools’ performing from their repertoire and the 2016 All Stars Band compiled from the top musicians of this year’s festival, as well as the ARA judges who have performed at festivals and concert engagements throughout

New Zealand and overseas, with the likes of Dave Dobbyn, Jimmy Barnes and Scribe.

This year’s judges are Darren Pickering, Luke Smillie, Scott Taitoko, Gwyn Reynolds, Brad Grainger and Kate Taylor.

Tickets for the Gala Concert are available from the ASB Theatre box office Tel: 03 520 8558. Adults: $38. Concession: $24. (tickets may be subject to service fees).

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The $1500 of clothing was donated by NZ Young Farmers, including from the Marlborough region and ANZ, and included quality shirts, jackets, shorts and bags.

NZ Young Farmer CEO Terry Copeland said community involvement and support was an important part of NZ Young Farmers whether it be national or international.

“We know the people of Nepal have been through horrific circumstances in the 2015 earthquake. Many of them who didn’t have much in the way

of possessions lost everything.

Sending them some excess clothing merchandise we had on hand was the least we could do to help.”

Mr Copeland said the Nepalese held a special place in many New Zealander’s hearts with our strong Everest connections and it was no different in NZ Young Farmers.

“In 2018 we have a group of Young Farmers walking to Everest Base Camp as a fundraiser to help Nepal. They also hope to lend their practical skills to help communities while they are over there.”

“We here in New Zealand know more than most how devastating a violent earthquake like the one experienced in Nepal can be.”

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July’s total rainfall was recorded as 34.8mm, slightly more than the previous three years, including 2014’s July where the lowest rainfall was recorded at 9.9mm.

The total rainfall for January to July was 357.5mm, 95 per cent of the long-term average of 374.7 mm.

Temperature The mean temperature of 8.7°C was 0.8°C above the long-term average temperature for the past 30 years (1986-2015) of 7.9°C. The weekly mean temperatures during July fluctuate up and down depending on the number of frosts being recorded.

Frosts July 2016 recorded 12 ground frosts and two air frosts, down from last year’s figures of 19 ground frosts and 11 air frosts.

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The coldest air frost was -0.7°C on July 2, 2016 warmer than last year’s -2.8°C on July 11, 2015.

Sunshine The total sunshine hours for Blenheim for January through to July 2016 are 1514, slightly less than last year’s recorded 1554.6 hours.

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by Celeste Alexander It has been over 14 months since Matt Oliver ventured out on his own as an independent consultant with his business Biologic Soils.

During that time he has been contracted for a variety of work, including for the Marlborough District Council, vineyard development and providing advice for organic and conventional vineyards.

Real estate companies have called upon Matt’s expertise for pre-purchase inspections, an unexpected addition he says.

“Buyers are looking to invest substantial sums of money in new vineyard developments, or established vineyards.

“Evaluating the soil and vines first can save developers a huge amount of money.

“It’s also preparing growers for unusual situations where they may be planting and for the different climatic situations. Prospecting first ensures a successful investment.

“I have seen blocks where soils were not checked before being developed and this has led to massive problems that ultimately cost the grower,” Matt says.

In many other cases Matt has been able to provide a second opinion to others seeking clarity on what they had been recommended.

Matt Oliver of Biologic Soils.

“Often they haven’t needed fertiliser, but instead only part of what was recommended,” he says.

In some situations Matt says soil testing isn’t even needed, but instead clients have called upon his experience and viticultural knowledge to help with vineyard management.

“With established blocks a grower may be trying to correct an issue. It’s easy to find that stuff out.

“It might be that a soil nutrient needs adjusting, perhaps drainage needs to be put in or irrigation tweaked, or advice on canopy management or spray programmes ...these are all things I can help with.

“Having someone look at the whole system and spending just a few hours can make all the difference,” he says.

Biologic Soils offers a full range of soil and plant management services to not just the viticulture industry, but to all kinds of farmers.

“Whether you have 5000 hectares or 500 square metres, if you want to improve your businesses profitability and make your life easier, give me a call,” he says.

Matt has a special offer for people wanting a consultation.

Seminar for farmers On Thursday, August 11 an annual winter warm up evening seminar is being held at the Clubs of Marlborough by farmers, for farmers.

The seminar runs from 4.30-8pm where attendees will hear from Stuart Ellingham, General Manager of Horizon Farming Limited in Hawkes Bay. Stuart Ellingham has a great story to tell about family farming and corporate farming, as general manager of seven blocks running 50,000 stock units.

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- weekend event guide Friday 5 Marlborough’s The Big Latch On Blenheim Bowling Club. Registration opens at 10 am, “Big Latch On” at 10:30am followed by morning tea. All breastfeeding mums, bubs, whanau & supporters welcome!

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

Hairspray Combined Colleges Production ASB Theatre Marlborough, 2 Hutcheson Street, 7:30pm and Saturday 7.30pm. This years combined college production is ‘Hairspray’ the Broadway Musical.

Blenheim Roller Skating Disco Skating rink, Stephenson Street, 5-8pm.

Bring your own gear or hire it all for $5. $2 entry fee. Bbq and hot drinks available.

Come and have a boogie and play some fun games. For more info, Ph 0277653522.

Blenheim Country Music Redwoodtown School Hall, 2pm. $3.

Ph 5779659 / 57799455.

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.

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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.

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

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

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

Ulysses Club Group ride down to Hanmer Springs for Remembrance Service, leaving from Main Street (opposite McDonalds) travelling via Leaders Valley. Service starts at 1pm.

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

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 7 Kartsport Marlborough Fun/Club day at Cresswell Electrical Raceway (Wither Rd) 11am-3pm. Must pre- register at secretary@kartsportmarlborough. co.nz.

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.

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

Ulysses Club Ride 11am. Going to Nelson for lunch at Speights Ale House - new faces welcome. Meet at Railway station carpark at 10.45am.

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.

Up & Coming Monday 8 August Daffodil Day Dinner Bamboo Garden, 31 Maxwell Road. 6pm– 10pm. Please join for a fundraising three course dinner and auction to celebrate Daffodil Day. Tickets are available from the Cancer Society, Market Street.

Saturday 13th August Top Of The South Rock and Roll Club Elvis Memorial Hop. 7.30pm, Clubs of Marlborough.

Tickets $15 each, includes Supper and live band “Vintage Vibes”. Ph Erin 0272341709.

Saturday 13 August Marlborough Artisan Market Pop-Up Winter Market, 10am-1pm. Old PGG Wrightsons Building (opp the Fire station).

Petanque 10am Sunday and 1pm Wednesday, 65A Weld Street - John Ph 5779789.

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

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

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

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

All welcome.

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.

Classifieds Advertising Ph 03 577 7868 for sale Second hand kitchen, tidy condition, no appliances.

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Blenheim Judo Club Incorporated AGM Friday 26th August 7pm At Woodbourne Tavern, Renwick.

Contact Judy 03 571 6373

Wesley Centre, Henry Street Saturday 13 August at 7pm and Sunday 14 August at 4pm Door sales - $10 This advertisement kindly sponsored by Equus Industries Limited.

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Blenheim Lions P.O Box 200, Blenheim 7240 Should you have any queries please phone Tony 579 5112 or Kevin 578 6353

Free introduction to Bridge Come along and find out if this is for you on Saturday 6th August 2pm At Marlborough Bridge Club (Upstairs in Clubs of Marlborough) 42 Alfred Street, Blenheim You don’t need a partner, just arrive and be welcomed.

If you are interested it will be followed by 10 weekly sessions starting August 13th 2pm - 4.30pm.

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Art Gallery Exhibitions Co-ordinator Part time contract role The Marlborough Art Society is seeking to appoint an Exhibitions Co-ordinator.

The person would be responsible for the organisation of the Society’s Exhibition Calendar, its implementation and individual exhibition operations.

The person we are seeking must have an interest in the visual arts, be well organised, energetic, computer literate, a strong communicator and be an advocate for the Society.

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Delivery Driver / Sales This is a full time position Wednesday-Sunday, 4am start.

HT licence is required and heavy lifting is involved.

Delivery of chilled goods to supermarkets and local businesses.

This is an autonomous role so reliability, honesty and accuracy is essential.

If you are hard working, motivated, computer savy, customer service focused, and have sales experience please call Shirley on 0274799693.

IrrIgatIon / PumP EngInEEr YEalands WInE grouP – sEddon, marlborough In a short space of time the Yealands Wine Group has established itself as a global leader in sustainable wine production. Inspired to “think boldly, tread lightly and never say it can’t be done”, the Yealands Wine Group has achieved rapid international growth, exporting to over 85 countries.

We are looking for a highly motivated, physically fit self-starter to join the team here at Yealands. The Irrigation Engineer will support our Winery Engineers taking charge of the maintenance of the Company’s irrigation pumping sites.

The role based at our winery and vineyard in Seddon will suit an individual with the following skills: • Engineering, welding and fitting skills • Experience with a variety of pump models and sizes • Clear communication skills • Ability to work and perform under pressure • Problem solving skills We’ve got a great team, and take pride in what we do. Along with your relevant qualifications and experience a positive attitude and strong work ethic is what will win you this role.

Applications including qualification and experience should be sent to Aaron.Black@yealands.co.nz or apply on line.

To register your interest, please write to: Marlborough Art Society PO Box 1136 Blenheim 7240

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Kaiako Fulltime position

We are looking for a Kaiako to work in our established Kōhanga Reo in Blenheim; the person we are looking for must have the following: • Whakaako I te Reo Māori me ōna tikanga.

• Passionate about working with tamariki aged from 0-5 yrs.

• Competent Team Leader for kaimahi & whanau.

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Front oF House / Admin AssistAnt Our company is just 8 years young, great fun and luckily for you we are now looking for a Front of House and Administration Assistant to join the family.

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Your main duties will be: • Greeting and directing visitors of the business • Arranging food and drink for meetings and assisting with meeting room set-up/ tidy-up • Greeting and directing visitors to the Cellar Door • Directing incoming calls, distributing mail, managing stationery orders • Assisting Accounts Payable with invoice approval, coding & follow up and some data entry • Managing staff wine allocations • Other ad hoc office admin assistance as required.

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GEOFFREY T SOWMAN, F.D.A.N.Z. TEL 03 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz acknowledgements CORFIELD, John Edward: 4/12/1933 7/6/2016. Lynette, Michael, Kaye, Mark, Sean, Susan & Colin would like to acknowledge the generous support and kindness shown to us on the passing of a dearly loved husband, father and Koro. The messgaes, flowers and baking were greatly appreciated. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement.

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Opportunity beckons for Barrett as starter Beauden Barrett’s irresistible form must see him anointed as currently the best No 10 in New Zealand rugby.

In the post-Daniel Carter era, it has been the diminutive playmaker from Taranaki who has stepped-up the most and made sure his play is impossible to ignore.

He totally outplayed incumbent All Blacks first five Aaron Cruden in the Hurricanes’ Super Rugby semi-final win over the

Chiefs last week and a similar performance should see the franchise earn their first-ever championship tomorrow night.

Barrett has done well to shake off the “impact player” tag.

His electric pace, great vision and ability to play fullback has seen him be an effective tool for All Blacks coach Steve Hansen to use against tired opposition.

However, with his general play, kicking and improved percentage off the kicking tee, it’s time

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Barrett got his opportunity to make 80 minutes of impact rather than 25.

Cruden’s form has been mediocre at best during the Super Rugby campaign and while he has a safe spot in the All Blacks squad, he’ll need to be wary of the vastly improved Lima Sopoanga, who is also creating a strong statement for more international exposure after another solid season for the Highlanders.

promotions of women’s fighting and is continuing to grow in popularity with each subsequent event, attracting highly skilled fighters from all over the world.

Coach Marcelo Lopes says his Blenheim gym came out with good results and they were ‘very happy’ with Gase.

“She is the first girl to represent us in the MMA.” MMA international gold medallist Brayden Graham also trains at Marcelo’s Gym. Since his win, the gym has become more popular, and Marcelo says more women are training too.

inbrief Tasman Makos Games

This year ’s Mitre 10 Cup Premiership starts shortly, and the Tasman Rugby Union is encouraging people in the top of the South to support the mighty Tasman Makos.

Lansdowne Park hosts Makos against Waikato at 4.35pm on Sunday August 21, and against Counties-Manukau on Thursday September 29 at 7.35pm.

They are also playing at Trafalgar Park in Nelson on Saturday September 3 at 2.35pm against Taranaki, and against Northland at 5.45pm on Thursday September 29.

Success at champs

By Cathie Bell Marlborough is starting to make a name for itself as a home of fighting, with Blenheim woman Gase Sanita winning her category at the ‘Princesses of Pain’ contest in Auckland last weekend.

Gase beat Jordan Cooper, winning the women’s 85 kilogram category of the Princesses of Pain, an international women’s fight league, featuring the combative sports of Mixed Martial Arts.

Princesses of Pain has spearheaded the way for

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Gase is an instructor at the gym, teaching children’s classes.

She says she was pleased with the results and had been confident going in.

“I guess so, I’d had the training, I’d prepared for it.”

She was back into training now, and her body was feeling really good after the hard fight.

“I want to keep going, see where it takes me… One day, maybe I’ll be like Brayden.”

Boxing coach Peter Warren says being ringside was ‘an experience’ for him and Gase fought well.

Blenheim woman Gase Sanita in her fight against Jordan Cooper.

Tua-man thrills Blenheim boxing coach Peter Warren is working to get former champion David Tua to visit.

Peter met with David when he and martial arts coach Marcelo Lopes were in Auckland last weekend for the ‘Princesses of Pain’ event in which Blenheim woman Gase Sanita won a trophy.

Peter says he is working to get David down to Blenheim to do some promotional work for his gym.

“He’s such a special person.”

RIGHT: Former NZ champion David Tua.

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