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Story and photo by Celeste Alexander The population of Renwick is set to triple over the Christmas break when the 2016 Scout Jamboree arrives with close to 5000 people. On December 29 there will be 1400 scouts and leaders coming through the Marlborough Airport flown in by 20 planes, in addition to normal flights, while others will arrive in Marlborough by ferry and road.
Continued on page 2 Members of the 2016 Scout Jamboree management team that spoke to Renwick residents last week are Alex Warriner, Alan Murray (Scouts Australia), Graeme Duncan, Niall Dinning, John Lovett, Guy Beatson and in front, Hayley Roil and Shannon McIntosh.
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Around 5000 coming to Renwick Continued from page 1 Buses will deliver them all to the Jamboree’s base camp at the Renwick Domain where they will be based up until January 7. There have already been talks between the Jamboree management team and Renwick businesses to prepare them for the increase on their services, and further public consultation was held last Friday night. The meeting saw a number of residents turn out to query about noise level, traffic plans, carparking and water usage. The team assured residents that a plan was already in place thanks to the collaboration between Scouts New Zealand and the Marlborough District Council, Marlborough
Roads, health services and other organisations. Jamboree director Guy Beatson says planning for this year’s event began two and a half years ago. Of the three South Island sites identified for the Jamboree’s location, Marlborough is by far the best, he says. “We want this Jamboree to be the best experience of the scouts’ lives and Marlborough is a really great place to do that in terms of activities. “The council has been absolutely fantastic and offered us support to help make this work. Of the three proposals we were sent, Marlborough’s was by far the best and I want to pay tribute to Susie Witehira who has been instrumental in that,” he
says. Guy went on to tell those at the meeting they were “essentially building a mini city”. “The bowling club will be our first line of defense if someone is sick or injured and the tennis courts will have a ward set up like a triage centre. St John will be on site, we have three doctors, police officers and a volunteer brigade onsite during the Jamboree so as you can see we are coming well equipped.” The top floor of the Renwick Fire Station will also have an emergency centre set up and manned 24/7. The MDC is putting infrastructure in to allow for sewerage, water and powerlines to be installed underground.
With water usage being a concern to Renwick residents, Guy assured them there was a plan in place to minimise the pressure on the town’s supply. “We are predicting 1.5million litres of water being used every day based on 300 litres per person per day. Water for washing and cleaning will be sourced from a bore located nearby and drinking water will come from the town supply,” he says. Leading up to, and during the Jamboree, a single point of contact will be set up to provide Renwick residents with a phoneline to contact the team with any concerns. The Jamboree will see the Scouts enjoy a number of water, land and air based activities from the six pods that will be set up throughout the region.
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New ways to deal with our rubbish Story and photo by Cathie Bell Marlborough’s waste sorting centre opens next month, in what is a first for New Zealand. The centre started sorting commercial waste yesterday, as part of a month-long trial to ensure it’s working by the time the public starts using it, Marlborough District Council solid waste manager Alec McNeil says. The new system will see changes such as weighbridges automatically calculating the cost of people’s dumping fees and people will unload their rubbish onto a conveyor belt to be sorted, he says. That means people will have to change their behaviour, Alec says.
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bish to the dump. Alec says people with council bags who have kerbside collection should use those bags on the kerb. If they live in an area without kerbside collection, use other, cheaper rubbish bags and take more than one to the dump. “A lot of people take their recycling to the recycling centre, and their reusable material to the store, then take a half-bag of rubbish to the dump. That will be more expensive with the minimum charge.” There are also changes to where people drive into and out of the dump. Once the rubbish is on the conveyor belt, a machine takes out smaller material as it goes through a ‘rotating shaker’ or trommel, before it
goes to a team of sorters who take out plastics, cardboard, metal, and other recyclable material. The leftover material then goes to landfill. “If the facility’s done its job, it should be pretty light,” Alec says. The machine can sort 10 tonnes an hour at full capacity, so there is room to grow. The new sorting facility opens to the public on November 14. Wastetech national product manager Darren Quin says the facility is the first of its kind in New Zealand, but they are commonplace in Australia as landfill charges are so high there, it makes sense to take out as much material as possible.
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Tosca hits special note By Cathie Bell Eight year-old Liv Howard has won sponsorship for her favourite horse at the Marlborough Riding for the Disabled by writing a fantastic letter to the board of Marlborough Grape Producers’ Cooperative. The determined girl rides Tosca most afternoons when she takes riding lessons at Blenheim’s Riding for the Disabled centre at Churchward Park. Volunteer Mandy Macfarlane says RDA is working to get every horse sponsored, which means finding someone to pay $3000 a year. She spoke to Craig, the cooperative’s general manager. Liv got wind of it and wrote an amazing letter to the board of Marlborough Grape Producers’ Cooperative. Craig says he took the letter to the board. There was ‘no debate’, he says, and the board are happy to sponsor Tosca. “We’re a grassroots organisation, we like to help grassroots organisations. We’re happy to help.” There are others in his organisation who help out too, he says, and sponsoring Tosca seems a good way to do more. Daughter Liv is a ‘big fan’ of horses, Craig says. She’s been riding about a year, taking lessons after school. “When she got wind of a sponsorship opportunity, she thought it was a tremendously good idea.” Liv says she likes Tosca best of all the horses she has ridden. Tosca is used for all riders, disabled and able-bodied, Mandy says. The Marlborough Riding for the Disabled centre is the best in New Zealand, and in the top three in the world, she says. The horses and the Riding for the Disabled Association staff provide vital therapy care to young people helping them to develop movement, starting with very young children right through to adults. There are about 80 riders in the community who directly benefit from riding. As well as looking after the horses and
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Top class orchestra soon to arrive Story and photo by Celeste Alexander Representatives from the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra visited Blenheim earlier this month to tour the ASB Theatre ahead of their two show performance next weekend. This is hugely exciting for Robin Sutherland who spearheaded the subscription season that will be bringing the CSO and other major national productions to the theatre. The season is titled Cavalcade on Stage in Marlborough which was unveiled last year and is a new concept in the promotion of shows, Robin says. The season has 10 shows held in 12 months and works by having people subscribe on a regular basis. It gives subscribers a seat reserved to see the 10 shows and enables Robin to search for and contract top shows to play at the theatre. “It provides security to us in that the subscription revenue stream will support the cost of bringing these shows to Marlborough,” he says. The success of this years season (July to June) will determine who will come for the next, Robin adds. “The CSO is the biggest production we have coming in by far, it’s a top grade orchestra. It hasn’t been here for years so if we make a success of this they will come back for next year. “I also want to bring the Court Theatre next year and they are keen to come too. It’s excit-
ing times but nerve wracking too,” he laughs. The CSO is the fourth production in the season and will see a show held on October 29 and a matinee performance on October 30. The orchestra has 60 members who, according to Robin, are very active in Christchurch and fully professional. “While they are here they will be mentoring our local orchestra members, giving tutoring lessons and also organising a few to play with them,” he says. CSO chief executive Gretchen La Roche and marketing manager Michelle Walsh enjoyed a personal tour of the theatre and facilities and say they are really excited to come. “It’s a real treat to play in a fine facility like this. We play in the airforce museum so everyone is eager to come here and meet the Blenheim audience,” Gretchen says. As well as Marlborough audiences Robin is also keen to extend his territory and market Cavalcade on Stage in Marlborough to Nelson. “Here we have this amazing theatre and the ability to attract some top class performances to Marlborough that don’t usually tour here, so it’s my job to go out there and talk to people and get them in,” he says. More information is available on the Cavalcade on Stage in Marlborough website and subscriptions can be done online.
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Isolation inspires art Growing up in an isolated area of the West Coast, Bonnie Coad spent much of her childhood reading and drawing. Where her family lived there was no electricity so she had to find ways to amuse herself, and from there her artistic abilities were born. Today, a self described ‘emerging artist’ Bonnie’s art is starting to reach new heights and even corners of the globe, as reporter Celeste Alexander finds out. Bonnie lives in the Onamalutu Valley on a lifestyle section. Her art studio looks out over grassy paddocks, farm animals and towards the ranges providing daily inspiration for her art. Bonnie comes from an artistic family and growing up in an isolated area without modern conveniences “pushed me towards being creative”, she says. “It used to rain a lot and being in the middle of nowhere meant I had the time to explore my creative side. “It was always there, in my family there are a lot of musicians and my mother is amazing with watercolours. My father was always a jack of all trades, good at building and technical drawing, so it was just a case of me finding my own path,” she says. After leaving school at the age of 15 Bonnie went out into the workforce wanting to earn her own money and be independent. It wouldn’t be until later in her life that she studied for and gained her art degree. Work took her into horticulture, organic farming, orchards and seasonal work. Twelve years ago Bonnie made the move to Marlborough and soon after began working for Wither Hills. On the side Bonnie and her partner have a small farm and of course her art. Wanting to pursue her art more, Bonnie cut her hours to three days a week to allow herself more time in the studio. “I have been emerging for a while now and people are starting to recognise me, so my goal moving forward is to look for serious gallery representation. “It’s a lot of work promoting yourself,” she says. Bonnie describes her art as an experimentation using colour and textured compositions.
One series of her work that is creating a lot of interest is her Pattern Animals collection which sees Bonnie use paint and a collage of wording cut from paper patterns. Through this series she shows her love for animals and quirky nature. Her art can be seen at various locations throughout Marlborough and much to Bonnie’s delight, it will also soon be travelling the globe. She submitted one of her works to an Italian publication after it sent out proposals to over 100 New Zealand artists. A small canvas was sent to Bonnie with instructions on what to do. It will then become part of a collection that exhibits around the world. For it, Bonnie created a tiny pattern bird and had it accepted. “It’s very exciting to know that my art will be travelling the world,” she says. Next on her calendar is an art exhibition in Nelson over Labour Weekend. This will be her sixth year and Bonnie says she has been “working my butt off” to have enough art ready. “It’s crazy hectic but a lot of fun. The minimum for entry is 10 pieces but I want to take 20.” Sales wise she did well last year but what makes it worthwhile is meeting people who look out for her art each year. “I have people tell me they remembered my art from the previous year and made a point of searching for me to see what new ones I have made up. “It’s a great feeling,” she says. For locals wanting to see Bonnie’s work for themselves, Detour Gallery in Blenheim will be exhibiting some pieces at the end of the month.
ABOVE: Bonnie Coad pictured in her studio, based at her home in the Onamalutu Valley. INSET: The Teeny Tiny Tweeter, one of Bonnie’s paintings from her Pattern Animals collection.
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Climbing the hills for cellphone walker Scott Henry and Marianne Vertelman fight the fire at Riverlands.
Fire quickly out
A small fire on the Wither Hills near the southern end of Cob Cottage Road yesterday is a reminder to people to be careful, Marlborough Kaikoura Rural Fire Authority principal fire officer Richard McNamara says. A good response from Blenheim and Rarangi fire crews, backed up with a helicopter for 30 minutes, saw
it dealt with quickly. Richard says people need to be aware of the risks. “We don’t have fire restrictions at the moment, but they will be coming on in a month. “People need to be careful. It’s an expensive business bringing in fire crews and helicopters.”
Foxton couple Henry and Christine Cleary arrived in Blenheim last week for the start of the Southern Classic Commercials ‘Top of the South’ tour.
By John Urlich Solo trampers need to be wellequipped, Marlborough LandSAR trainer John Urlich says. He recommends several useful things to take, such as GPS, compass, headlamp, torch, adequate food and water, matches/ lighter, sleeping bag, shelter and weather knowledge, as basic essentials. A mist-capped Mt Stanley in the Marlborough Sounds in a southerly wind with cold horizontal rain along with steep and slippery ground and at night is not the place you want to be without gear, John says. “That’s when you need to call for outside help.” A solo tramper lost on Mt Stanley last month had a cellphone and a personal locator beacon, and after calling police and activating the beacon, search and rescue were called out as the Rescue Coordination Centre couldn’t send a helicopter because of the weather conditions. ‘Mark’ was told to stay put and he waited in the dark for eight cold hours in one spot. Fatigue is a major factor in overnight operations, John says. He had begun his Saturday at 6am with a run in the Wither Hills and worked all day in
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three different locations around Marlborough, including pine tree pruning and other physical tasks. He had just sat down to have his dinner when the phone call came for people to help on a rescue on Mt Stanley. “When someone needs help though, Marlborough Search & Rescue will respond.” After a briefing, the team drove one and a half hours to Duncan Bay in the Marlborough Sounds to find ‘Mark’. By 10.30pm, ‘Mark’ was so cold he could no longer use his fingers to text on his cellphone, but they could hear him yell. When they reached him, he had very cold legs, no feeling
at all in the feet, and possible dehydration. He was given a puffer jacket and swannie to preserve core temperature, as well as hot food and a cocoa. With everyone getting more tired, the team got off the mountain slowly, he says, finally reaching the carpark at 8am on Sunday. They were met by the police’s Shaun Crabb and search and rescue team member Julia Eason who had driven over early to drive John’s car back, which was just as well as he fell asleep between Rai Valley and Renwick. “A great team effort all round.”
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Summer ailments Summer should be fun, but people Dehydration/Headaches miss out on the good times due to The whole family needs to drink plenty of water. For mild dehydration, which is often seasonal hazards. related to headaches, drink water, rehydration
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Sunburn/Heat Rash Try to stay out of the sun between 10am and 4pm. Always cover up - wear a hat and sunnies and reapply sunscreen every two hours and after being in the water. Remember you can get burnt on a cloudy day, so take care. A cool shower or running cool water over the burn area for 20 minutes can be soothing. Don’t burst large blisters. Aloe vera gel can help to cool and calm sunburn and heat rash, as can keeping it covered with a non-perfumed moisturiser. Tummy bugs There are a lot of stomach bugs in summer due to undercooking or leaving food out for too long. Do not eat food lukewarm or after it has sat on the bench for a while. If a sick person cannot keep food and water down, introduce water and/or rehydration fluid gradually. Start with a teaspoon of fluid every 10 minutes, if this is kept down, after an hour, increase to a dessert spoon every 10 minutes. After an hour, take some sips. If you feel hungry after three hours of no stomach activity, eat a little food. Talk to your pharmacist, GP nurse or GP regarding medication options.
fluid or a sports drink containing electrolytes slowly over time. The patient should feel better within an hour or two. Stay in a cool place and rest so the body can rehydrate without sweating. If the dehydration is severe or the headache doesn’t subside see your GP or the Urgent After-Hours GP. Bites and Stings Remove the bee’s stinger by scraping it with a finger nail or blunt knife. Vinegar will help neutralise the venom. Apply ice compresses for bites and stings every two to three hours to reduce swelling and pain. Try soaking in a cool bath, or applying calamine lotion or aloe vera. Talk to a pharmacist about pain relief and antihistamines. Allergic reactions require immediate attention: Call 111 if the patient has hives, swelling in the face, difficulty breathing, dizziness, or fainting, or has had a serious allergic reaction to an insect bite or sting before. Cuts and scrapes Stop bleeding by applying pressure Hygiene is key. Wash your hands, then wash the wound well with water. If it’s a gravel graze, give the wound a wash to remove all the bits of gravel. Once clean, apply antiseptic cream if possible and then cover the wound - keep it covered until it is healed. If signs of infection develop (redness, oozing, fever) talk to a pharmacist or see your GP.
Your options for healthcare Your GP: Make an appointment early when you can, but remember that most GP clinics have some appointments free for acute cases each day. You can sign up for ACC at your family doctor’s practice. Marlborough After-Hours GPs: Urgent after-hours medical care. The clinic is in the hospital grounds off Hospital
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Marlborough Migrant Women’s event Friday evening saw a big gathering of women celebrate their different cultures together at the convention centre.
Lapu Oliver and Yvonne Dasler caught up.
Litiani Latu, Tupou Hopai, and Lavenia Lopeti showed their nice dresses. Bridget McNamara, Hana Berry, and Miwa Berry celebrated their cultures.
Furry friends Renwick and Havelock Schools held their annual pet days last week attracting animals from chickens and rabbits through to calves.
Carys Gale, Lily Mischeski and Ryleigh Gale with goat Screamer. Tyler-Rose Illsley-Slape takes Courtney Brownlee for a pony ride at Havelock School’s pet day.
Maddie James with her goat Matilda.
Lauree, Alfie and Ollie Foote waiting to show Hunter Stanton with his rabbit Sooty.
Pearl McMurtry with her lamb Beau.
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Housie Thursday 7pm, Blenheim Bowling Club, Weld St. 40 houses, raffles and refreshments. Proceeds to Te Rerenga O Te Ra` Kapa Haka.
community services Marlborough After Hours GP Services: Wairau Hospital campus, after 6pm. Reception 520 6377. Office 520 9980. Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non urgent 579 4870. After Hours Chemists: Springlands Pharmacy 9am-6pm, 7 days. Ph 5782271. Community Care Pharmacy: Within the Blenheim Warehouse, open 7 days 9am-8pm. Only closed Christmas Day. Diabetes Marlborough Inc: Office hours 9am3pm Mon-Thu 5775549. Reg. Nurse 1pm-5pm Wed, 8.30am-5pm Thu & Fri 5206200 (Mary). Lifeline Marlborough: 0800 543354, 24hr helpline. Marlborough Women's Refuge, Rape and Sexual Abuse Resource Centre: Crisis line, phone Wairau Hospital 520 9999, for Women's Refuge contact numbers. Overeaters Anonymous: For more information. Ph 570 5137 Alcoholics Anonymous: Rose 5777651, Harvey 578 8125. Citizens Advice Bureau - Free, friendly, confidential advice. Mon - Fri 9.30am - 4pm. Phone 578 4272.
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OHLSON, Dulcie May: On Friday October 14 2016, peacefully, at Springlands Lifestyle Village. Aged 87 years. Loved wife of the late Don. Much loved mother of Bev and friend of Reg. Special friend of Stewart Handley. Dearly loved Nana of Rebecca and Simon Bowers. Loved sister of Lillian Boyce. Deeply respected and loved by Malcolm and Jenni Bowers. Special thanks to the staff in the Springlands Lifestyle Village Hospital Wing. Messages may be sent to 23 Pitfure Road, Wakefield, Nelson 7025. In accordance with Dulcie’s wishes a private cremation has taken place at the Sowman Crematorium. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz
You are not alone! Spend time with others who understand. Meets Bread of Life, 14B Stephenson St, Thurs 1pm-2.30pm. Ph Barb: 0277372403.
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Havelock Lions 3-day Book Sale 22-24 October, 9am-3pm at the Havelock Town Hall, Main Road, Havelock. Books of all types & jigsaws. Eft-pos available.
Victim Support: 0800 VICTIM (0800 842 846) Al-Anon: Help for families & friends of alcoholics. Ph Margaret 578 4690 or Aley 021 434117. Alzheimers Society Marlborough: 577 6172, 8 Wither Rd. Open Monday - Friday, 8.30 - 4.30pm Hospital Visiting Hours: Wairau Hospital: Daily 11.30am-7.30pm, children under 12 may visit parents only. Maternity Ward: 10am-Noon, 4pm-7pm. Children's Ward: Daily 10am-8pm. Visiting at all times is subject to the discretion of the nurse in charge of the ward. Marlborough Family Budgeting: - Free confidential budgeting advice. Monday-Friday. Phone 578 2006. Marlborough Lupus Support: For more information phone Katrina 572 4333 or 021 502 451 PICTON Doctor: Phone weekend doctor 573 6092 or Marlborough After Hours GP Service 520 6377. Office 520 9980. Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non-urgent 579 4870. Chemist:Picton Healthcare Pharmacy. Ph 573 6420 Mon -Fri 8.30-5.30pm, Sat 9-2pm, Queen Charlotte Pharmacy 573 7927 Sat 9-1pm.
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PRICE, Verna Winnie: On Saturday October 15 2016, passed away peacefully at Ashwood Park Retirement Village. Aged 86 years. Much loved wife of the late Ian, David, and Jim. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Audrey and Les Rice, and Trevor Jones. Much loved Nana of her four grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Also a great companion of Doug. Special thanks to the staff at Ashwood Park Retirement Village. Messages may be sent to Verna’s family c/- PO Box 110, Blenheim 7240. A memorial service for Verna will be held at the Old Marlborough Club, Russell Terrace, at 10.30am on Friday October 21. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz
acknowledgement RIGBY, Kenneth Lindsay (Ken): August 17, 2016. Yvonne, Chris, Fiona, Vanessa and families wish to thank everyone who sent cards, letters, phone calls, floral tributes, baking and their support to us all in the recent loss of Ken, a dearly loved husband, father and pops. Special thanks to the police for the guard of honour at the service, and to all the staff at Sowmans. ZIMMERMAN, Don: We would sincerely like to thank everyone for their wonderful love and kindness to Dad and us during his illness and after his death. Thank you so much for the lovely cards, baking, gardening and support. Forever in our hearts. Annette, Susanne, Rob and families.
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SOUTH AFRICAN (BOER) WAR 1899-1902 ORDER OF SERVICE
Any cars, vans, trucks, 4x4's. In any condition.
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For a wreath laying ceremony at the Marlborough South African War Memorial Vehicle Removals Tuamarina Ph Brent At 1000 hours (10am) on 027 766 7105 Friday 21st October 2016 to commemorate the departure of the 1st Marl Express Tues 18 Oct contingent of New Zealand soldiers on Nelson Mail Tues 18 Oct 21st October 1899 to take part in the South AfricanBlenheim (Boer) War Sun Wed 19 Oct Medals to be worn
C56739 • In the event of bad weather the service will be held in the RSA15 Lounge, x 3 Clubs of Marlborough
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MOLE checks - for a thorough skin check u s i n g d e r m o s c o py. Call the Skin Clinic 578 1665. EAR Health. Removal of Ear Wax using microscope and suction. Phone for an appointment 578 8310 at Edge Physio, 11 Francis St.
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DECKING 8x lengths 1800x90x20 $50. Spinning wheel $50. 2x glass fish tanks, 26H-41D-37L $30 and 32H-31D-61L $60. Phone 5795335.
TRAILER with canopy or trailer canopy only wanted. Phone 573 7969
DRESS MAKING, alterations, will pick up & deliver. Ph: Robyn 5737257 or 022-173-6140.
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LINKWATER SCHOOL
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Labour Weekend Sunday Oct 23, 10am - 2pm Something for everyone - a great day out!
Nelson Marlborough District Health Board 2016 Triennial Elections DECLARATION OF RESULT The final result for the election of seven members of the Nelson Marlborough District Health Board held on Saturday 8th October is as follows. Nelson Marlborough District Health Board (7 vacancies) BLACK Jenny
NELSON
PANTING Allan BLACK Jenny
elected elected
MARLBOROUGH
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HOPE Gerald
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VALLANCE Stephen
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FORREST Brigid
elected
CROWE Judy
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BOUILLIR Martine
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HEAPHY Pat
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The final result for the Marlborough District Council elections held on Saturday 8th October is as follows.
BYERS Robyn
excluded
FULTON Kate
excluded
Mayoralty LEGGETT John
DAHLBERG Bill
excluded
elected
ROSANOWSKI Paul
excluded
excluded excluded excluded
TYRRELL Charles
Marlborough District Council 2016 Triennial Elections DECLARATION OF RESULT
KING Colin DAWSON Brian DAVIS John
Independent
John Leggett is declared elected. The final absolute majority of votes (final quota) as determined at the last iteration was 8,753. There were 19 informal votes and 296 blank votes. Marlborough Sounds Ward (3 vacancies) TAYLOR Nadine ODDIE David HOOK Trevor
elected elected elected
O’SULLIVAN Pat ETHEREDGE Laurence
excluded excluded
Trevor Hook, David Oddie and Nadine Taylor are declared elected. The final absolute majority of votes (final quota) as determined at the last iteration was 741.29. There were 13 informal votes and 54 blank votes. Wairau-Awatere Ward (3 vacancies) BROOKS Cynthia EVANS Geoff HOPE Gerald
elected elected elected
KING Colin CRAWFORD Tim
excluded excluded
Independent
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LEE Stephen
excluded Independent
excluded
Jenny Black, Jenny Black, Judy Crowe, Brigid Forrest, Gerald Hope, Allan Panting and Stephen Vallance are declared elected. The final absolute majority of votes (final quota) as determined at the last iteration was 5,624.73. There were 1,491 informal votes and 5,724 blank votes. Warwick Lampp Electoral Officer Nelson Marlborough District Health Board 14 October 2016
• Cafe food all day • Raffles • Titanic • Bouncy Castle • Plants • Chocolate Wheel • Entertainment • White Elephant • Races and Rides • Silent Auction • BBQ • Garlic Mussels
PLUS! Linkwater School Art Auction Labour Weekend Saturday 22 October Linkwater Community Hall 5pm Preview of Artworks, Wine and Cheese. 7pm live auction begins Tickets $20 EFTPOS available on the night
Facebook: Linkwater School Art, Food and Fun. Sponsors: Yealands Family Wines, Port Marlborough, Cranky Goat, NZ King Salmon, Fonterra, Marlborough Light and Sound, Hire Pool, Fresh Choice Picton and Okiwa Bay Lodge
Wairau Valley Anglican Parish
COUNTRY GARDENS We wish to thank our sponsors for their generous support Basis Wool Marketing Greer Vineyard Services Harris Best Panel Beaters S.J & H.I MacKenzie Contracting Independent Tyre Services Newman Excavations Islington Gardens Renwick Dairy Renwick Transport Rosco Hydraulics Simcox Construction Ltd Selmes Garden Trust
Cynthia Brooks, Geoff Evans and Gerald Hope are declared elected. The final absolute majority of votes (final quota) as determined at the last iteration was 1,107.14. There were 16 informal votes and 60 blank votes. Blenheim Ward (7 vacancies) ARBUCKLE Jamie ANDREWS Jenny DAWSON Brian SLOAN Terry PETERS Mark SHENFIELD Laressa FITZPATRICK Michael STRAKER Alan DAWSON Cyril HILDYARD Gary CUDDON Priscilla CHAPMAN Peter RYAN Diane HILL Graham LEGGETT John
Independent
Independent
Independent
elected elected elected elected elected elected elected excluded excluded excluded excluded excluded excluded excluded * Withdrawn
(* Withdrawn as elected as Mayor) Jenny Andrews, Jamie Arbuckle, Brian Dawson, Michael Fitzpatrick, Mark Peters, Laressa Shenfield and Terry Sloan are declared elected. The final absolute majority of votes (final quota) as determined at the last iteration was 1,231.96. There were 82 informal votes and 112 blank votes. The voter return was 53.72%, being 18,172 voting papers, excluding special votes. Dean Heiford Electoral Officer Marlborough District Council 13 October 2016
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Taiopenga 2016-Celebration of Māori Performing Arts at Clubs of Marlborough Early Childhood & School Performances Tuesday 25th & Wednesday 26th October, 9am-2.30pm Adult Group Performances Tuesday 25th, October 6pm Nau mai, haere mai - All welcome!! Kindly sponsored by Clubs of Marlborough & REAP Marlborough
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Must have at least 3 years experience and be able to cook Thai food. Hard working and well organised.
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Casual and weekend shifts are available for an enthusiastic and committed Health Care Assistant. Permanent & casual shifts available Experience is preferred, but fullare training will for enthusiastic and committed be offered.
health care assistants. Please call at reception for an application or email Experience is preferred, but full form training willmanager@bethsaida.co.nz be offered to suitable applicants. Applications close Monday 1st Nov 2016 Please call at reception for an application form or email manager@bethsaida.co.nz
Annual General Meeting C.A.R.E Marlborough
Consumer Run Support House 26 Percy Street Wednesday 26th October 1pm 2016 Board re-elections. Nomination forms available from the house. Please apply in writing providing particulars with a candidate statement no later than 3pm. 21st October. Afternoon tea provided.
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Mussel Farm General Farm Hand United Fisheries, one of the top Seafood Companies in New Zealand, are now seeking to employ an additional member of staff to join their Havelock based operation.
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The key components of this role will be to assist our current crew and will include both on the water and shore based activities. This role is physically demanding so to be successful you must be physically fit. You will have a disciplined, self-motivated and positive attitude to work and Health & Safety matters. You will also have effective interpersonal skills and be able to work as part of a team. Previous mussel farm experience is preferred but not essential. Basic seamanship knowledge is an advantage. Due to the nature of the role the successful applicant may be required to work a flexible schedule. If you are not afraid of hard work, are fit and healthy and can demonstrate the skills and experience required for this position please apply in writing with your CV to: bbn@unitedfisheries.co.nz
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PROPERTIES WANTED Havelock - $250 - $300,000 Havelock/Surrounds - $400- $500,000 Blenheim/Renwick - $400 - $500,000 Blenheim – Modern, easy care $350 - $400,000 Call Debbie Webster today in confidence 021 797 454 Debbie.webster@mikepero.com Our fees are 2.95% up to $390,000 thereafter 1.95% + admin fee + gst
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Support Worker Physical Disability Support Services Permanent, part time position working 7.00 AM - 4.05 PM (Sat & Sun) every 2nd weekend (17.6 hrs a fortnight) - 0.21 FTE. Closing date: Thursday, 27 October 2016 (unless filled prior). Ref: W16/133. Online application, CV and cover letter are required before your application can be processed. Enquiries can be made to Human Resources Nelson telephone: 03 546 1274 or email vacancies@nmdhb.govt.nz Register for job alerts/view full details on jobs @ www.nmdhb.govt.nz
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Water reticulation Serviceman (Full time) Council requires a positive, can-do team player who can contribute to responding to the varied situations this role demands.
are you looking to enter the water services maintenance industry and be part of a team within a progressive council?
This role will suit someone with experience or a person looking to enter the water services maintenance industry and be part of a team within a progressive Council. Previous experience in water reticulation, stormwater and sewerage would be an advantage. Training will be provided where necessary. You would need to have a current driver’s licence with at least classes 1 & 2 and preferably WTR endorsement. If this fits you please visit Council’s website to find out more about the role and how to apply. Applications for this unique opportunity close at midday on 8 November 2016. Applications should be made online via our website, www. marlborough.govt.nz/Your-Council/Careers/Current-Vacancies, where you will find full information on the vacancy and how to apply. For further information you are welcome to contact annie.percy@marlborough.govt.nz.
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Derry leads race The crowd delights in a clash between Blenheim and Nelson stock cars during last season. There will be plenty of this action on Saturday. SpeedNut Photography.
Ready to race
Speedway season kicks off this weekend By Celeste Alexander Get ready for a horsepower overload this Saturday as Eastern States Speedway holds its opening night for the 2016/2017 season. With a number of new drivers across the home classes there is plenty of excitement in the air and hours of preparation happening in garages ahead of the weekend. Club captain David Allan says the opening night is a double club points event which encourages drivers to have their cars finished in time to start the season. The five home classes of stock cars, saloons, street stocks, productions and youth ministocks will hit the track with fresh paint, rebuilt engines and drivers with an eye on the prize as they battle for a lead in club points. A number of Nelson cars will also be making the trip over since their own season began last weekend. “The whole club is definitely looking forward to kicking the season off. We have good numbers across all the classes including some new drivers that came out of the Farmlands Street Cars Series held over the past two years. “We have three production drivers and one stock car driver from that series. That’s
four guys who have made the step up to mainstream speedway racing,” David says. In addition to the race action there will be usual crowd favourites, Mr Whippy icecream, a coffee cart, hot food and sweet treats available for purchase. For those wanting to watch the racing from the comfort of their own vehicle, the club is continuing to offer up to 25 spaces to park on the embankment which has proven popular since it was introduced a year ago. “For an additional fee you can sit in your car, enjoy a picnic and watch the racing. It was so popular last year that we had to turn people away so it’s available on a first in, first serve basis,” David says. Another key feature that contributed to last season’s success was the favourable track conditions. “We put a lot of effort into maintaining good track conditions which makes our drivers happier, our visiting drivers happier and we are able to put on better shows. “The club has also secured the purchase of a new grader which means we are going to be able to continue providing good tracks,” David says. Gates open on Saturday at 5pm, racing starts at 6pm.
Spr i n g l a n d s’ Joh n Derry leads the ITM Design Windows NZ Jetboat Marathon after day three John Derry leads the NZ Jet boat Marathon after day three on the Wairau River. on the Waiau River in North Canterbury. John’s biggest fan Starting day three in fourth daughter Chloe is all smiles. Photo supplied. position (after being held up “We may have the fastest by another competitor on stream started at the Waiau the Waimakariri River), township with officials boat, but we still have to get John and navigator Brent declaring conditions too up and down the river withHefford had a safe trip up dangerous to start at Han- out making any mistakes,“ he says. and down the Wairau River mer. Greg Simpson f rom This year John’s boat is to take the overall lead. In gusty norwesterly wind powered by a turbine en- Blenheim is also competconditions and sand storms gine, one of four in this ing, in the FX class. The NZ Jetboat Marathon between the Waiau town- year’s race. John is positive for a is 600km over seven days, ship and Hamner, boating good showing today on the finishing in Queenstown on was difficult. Saturday. The second leg down- Waitaki River.
Shirley’s birds quickest
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Blenheim racing pigeons were again entered into a combined race from Timaru along with competing birds from all over the lower North Island on Saturday. The weather had brightened considerably from that of previous days, the flock birds were released at 7.45 am and quickly headed homewards to their respective lofts.
The winning birds for Blenheim were recorded at Shirley Morrison’s loft Spring Creek with a speed of 89.58 km/hr, second went to Donald Morrison with 89.56 km/ hr and third place to Two Fishers loft on 88.8 km/hr. Next came Chris Bensley with 87 km/ hr, Alister Cooper 84.8 km/hr, Nearo loft 84.3 km/hr and Ian McColm 83 km/hr.
BLENHEIM Come in and see our friendly, knowledgable staff. Get great advice from local people. Offering you fishing and hunting solutions.
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