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Minister’s choice By Cathie Bell The Government is asking people what they think about moving six salmon farms in the Marlborough Sounds. People have two months to have their say, before a panel will consider them and make a recommendation to Primary Industries Minister Nathan Guy to decide whether to move some, all, or none of the farms. Continued on page 2 The New Zealand King Salmon farm at Ruakaka in Queen Charlotte Sound could be one of the farms to move as part of a Government proposal. Inset: Primary Industries Minister Nathan Guy.

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Moving farms to make better use of water space Continued from page 1 Primary Industries Minister Nathan Guy says moving farms is about making better use of existing aquaculture space. There will be no extra water space. The six sites, one in Tory Channel and five in Pelorus Sound, are further from residential properties, and are positioned in areas with stronger water currents, which would reduce the environmental effects on the seabed, Nathan says. Public meetings will be held in Picton, Havelock, and Blenheim. People have two months to have their say, and then an independent panel of three resource management experts will review expert research reports, analyse all written comments and hold public hearings during April in Blenheim and elsewhere. The panel will be chaired by former Environment Court judge Professor Peter Skelton, with Blenheim’s Ron Crosby and Alan Dormer, all highly experienced resource management experts. Nathan says the panel has ‘the appropriate expertise and experience’ to evaluate the detailed technical information, as well as all the comments received, and provide him with a report and recommendations to consider later in the year.

“I expect that people will hold a variety of views about how best to achieve long-term sustainability of salmon farming in the Marlborough Sounds, and I am interested in all feedback.” Nathan was in Blenheim on Wednesday meeting with the Marlborough District Council and iwi. It is understood iwi views on the proposal are mixed. However, Marlborough mayor John Leggett says the time has come to face up to the need to relocate some existing Marlborough Sounds salmon farms to better positions for the sake of the industry’s long term future and for the sake of the Sounds environment. John urges everyone with a stake in the Sounds to have their say during the consultation period. “This is now the opportunity to express any views on the proposed new sites as well as a chance to ask questions. It’s important that all views are heard so good decisions can be made.” The farms were set up many years ago when far less scientific knowledge was available and moving them from their low-flow sites so they can comply with best practice guidelines is sensible, John says.

“The ultimate aim is for us is to be assured that the effect of salmon farming on our Sounds environment is being well managed. We want to see a strong, sustainable aquaculture industry which contributes to our local economy but we also want to protect the Sounds. Getting farms into the right place is essential if we’re to meet both objectives.” Guardian of the Sounds spokeswoman Clare Pinder says she has only just heard about the proposal, and the group would be making a submission. “Any expansion or relocation of salmon farms needs to be based on solid scientific evidence, not the whims of Government under pressure from companies.” All the salmon farms in the Marlborough Sounds are owned by NZ King Salmon. The consultation document, and further information can be found at: http://www. mpi.govt.nz/news-and-resources/consultations/marlborough-salmon-relocation/

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Friday January 27, 2017

Fibre to spread to other towns By Cathie Bell Picton, Havelock, Renwick, the Westwood area, Taylor Pass Road and Riverlands are to get access to ultra-fast broadband over the next five years, the Government says. Prime Minister Bill English and Communications Minister Simon Bridges announced yesterday that ultra-fast broadband will be extended to more than 151 additional towns, providing up to 85 per cent of New Zealanders with access to fibre by the end of 2024, awarding $300 million of contracts between Crown Fibre Holdings and four partner companies: Northpower, Ultrafast Fibre, Chorus and Enable. Marlborough District Council support services manager Dean Heiford says the decision is ‘exciting’ because when the proposal was first talked about, only Picton was included. “Now we have some other areas as well, it’s a real bonus for the region, there’s been some good movement.” The ultra-fast broadband extension is ‘the first stage’ of what Marlborough is asking for in telecommunications, Dean say. “It enhances our connectivity.” The region continues to work for better rural broadband access and cellphone coverage, and the work on the next stage for rural broadband closes in April, he says. The council is still investigating installing its own fibre networks in areas that are missing out, but Dean says that is dependent on the outcomes of the Government processes that are still underway. Kaikoura MP Stuart Smith says $6.3 million will be spent bringing fibre access to six areas in the Marlborough region including Renwick, Havelock, Picton and the Blenheim fringe such as Riverlands, and a total of over 7000 people.

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Local govt meeting Council managers from around the country are attending the Society of Local Government Managers Marlborough Colloquium, which starts this morning. Two days of activities and presentations are planned, including speeches by Privacy Commissioner John Edwards and Government minister Simon Bridges as well as presentations on body language and financial markets.

Awatere home burns A single-storey house at Black Birch in the Awatere Valley has burned to the ground. No-one was home when the fire started on Tuesday night, and it was well-alight when firefighters arrived. The fire did not appear to be suspicious, authorities say.

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More and more official business is done online, so the expansion of ultra-fast broadband into Marlborough townships is exciting, Marlborough District Council support services manager Dean Heiford says.

“Improved connectivity is valuable in growing our regional economy, driving innovation, and supporting our local education and health services.” Thousands of households and businesses in Blenheim are already enjoying the benefits of improved connectivity since phase one of the UFB rollout, he says. Simon says the Government investment in the UFB extension programme reflects the Government’s broader focus on growing and diversifying New Zealand’s regional economies. “Connectivity is critical to our regional economies and to New Zealand’s future. Fibre is already

in the process of being deployed in Nelson and Blenheim under the first phase of UFB. “Once the UFB extension is completed, an additional 23,500 people across Marlborough, Nelson and Tasman will be able to experience the same world-class broadband as Kiwis living in larger centres, and tap into the benefits. This means more productive businesses, improvements to health care through video-conferencing between doctors, specialists and patients, and improved access to online resources for students and teachers.” Once the full UFB programme is

complete, more than 115,000 people in the Nelson, Marlborough and Tasman regions will be able to access UFB, Simon says. The first phase of the Government’s UFB programme is ahead of schedule in delivering fibre to the premises of 75 per cent of New Zealanders by 2019. The second phase of UFB installations will start this year and be completed between 2018 and 2024. Phase two of the build will see each build area be completed within a 12 month period in order to provide as little disruption as possible.

A fun family day on the Picton foreshore starts at 9am on Sunday morning, to support awareness of Child Abuse Prevention Day. Funded by the Marlborough Violence Prevention Project, visits to the Picton Ecoworld Aquarium will be free between 9am and noon, and there will be a free sausage sizzle from 10am until noon, as well as activities such as bouncy castle.

Recycling concern The Marlborough District Council is asking residents to take more care when packing recycling bins with windy conditions causing rubbish to blow away before collectors can pick it up. Staff ask people to not overload the bins, place the bins where they can be seen easily, as close to the kerb as possible, rinse out jars and cans, and dispose of broken glass by wrapping it and putting it in the black rubbish bags. Large amounts of glass – like a broken window – should be taken direct to the transfer station.

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Flaxbourne scheme on ice Construction of a $30 million irrigation scheme for farmers and grape growers in southeast Marlborough is unlikely to go ahead, with the Marlborough District Council saying other options will be explored instead. The Flaxbourne Irrigation Scheme would have centred on a new dam to be built on Yealands Wine Estate, in Seaview, with water coming from the Awatere River. Initial plans said the scheme would provide water for 2200 hectares of land. However, Marlborough District Council chief executive Mark Wheeler says the council was no longer exploring that option because of the cost and other options are being looked at instead.

Service station gets nod to begin construction

The Sun reported last year that a Nelson Petroleum Distributors NPD service station was planned for one of the cleared sections on the corner of Alabama Road and Redwood Street, and resource consent has now been approved. The site was formerly the old Marlborough Milk Company treatment station. Construction is exptected to being sometime around April.

A festival for pet lovers New Animates store hosts grand opening Story and photo by Celeste Alexander Animates Blenheim will celebrate the opening of its new store with a weekend of fun and activities for locals, taking place this Saturday and Sunday. The store, which is located on 29 Main Street, offers a DIY Dog Wash and pet adoptions, as well as one of the biggest ranges of pet supplies and products in the country. To celebrate the opening, the store is hosting a ‘Family Fun Weekend’ and inviting everyone to bring in their own special family furry friends (on a leash). Over the weekend there will be a free DIY Dog Wash, special offers, and free entertainment for the kids including face painting, a craft station to make their own pet toy and a petting zoo. Animates Blenheim Store Manager, Ron Swenson is excited about what the new store will mean for locals. “At Animates we pride ourselves on being the one stop shop for all pet needs, so the team is excited about welcoming locals to the store to experience it for themselves. “It goes without saying that we’re all very passionate about animals, and helping customers be the best pet parents they can be. We’d love to meet everyone and their pets, so come in and Animates Blenheim Store Manager, Ron Swenson is looking forward to the store’s grand see us,” he says. opening celebration this weekend.

House prices increase Data from the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand show house prices increased 10 per cent in Marlborough between December last year and the same time in the previous year, while the number of houses available for sale dropped. TradeMe says its information shows rental prices also increased, with Marlborough rents rising over 10 per cent in Decemberalone to a new record high of $375 a week.

Icehouse promotion Business incubator Icehouse is holding a networking evening in Blenheim on Monday to talk about its Marlborough programme this year. The event is at the Blenheim Club, High Street, from 5.30pm until 7.30pm.

Govt move on parapets late for town There are a handful of privately-owned buildings in Blenheim that could be affected by the Government’s decision to speed up the strengthing of unreinforced masonry buildings’ street-facing parapets and facades after November’s 7.8 earthquake. Building and Construction Minister Dr Nick Smith says the Government is using its powers under the Hurunui/Kaikoura Earthquakes Recovery Act 2016 to require building owners to do the work within 12 months. The Government and councils are also providing a 50 per cent subsidy for the work up to a maximum grant of $15,000 for a façade and $10,000 for a parapet to help building

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Friday January 27, 2017

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The Sun To the UB40 person Personally I think the first two bands were better than UB40. Good New Zealand music. We took our own food which was very tasty. I hear they ran out of beer maybe that could be something to look at in future. I did find the alcohol very expensive though.

007 and more They now say James Bond smoking in the movies encouraged the trend. What about all the violence, sex, rainbow behaviour, cop programmes, and profaning local TV & radio hosts exhibiting it is ‘normal’ to ape such. Yep it happens but, only the few act so, they call it choice! The newspapers at least have some decorum! And what? Is Star Trek, Star Wars too real life?

Accident waiting to happen? We have witnessed two small children riding motorbikes up and down Pipitea Drive on many occasions, a great distance from where they live. They are both under 8 years old and have had no adult supervision at all. Come on parents, do your job properly, be responsible for your kids safety.

The powers that be should fix the tap at Waikawa Bay on the jetty, leaks like mad.

Petrol pricing Why does Blenheim pay $2.09 for petrol and Picton its way under $2.00?

One career criminal released compassionately to die now telling us we should ‘respect’ other inmates’ rights! Just a tad rich as it takes several convictions of non-respecting innocent victims rights before incarceration of any kind and then a give a little page! What are we teaching future offenders? Crime without shame, blame, or punishment, or court and with chocolates to boot!

I worked with a woman who had numerous cats producing litters of kittens every year for more than eight years. Can’t afford to have them spayed was excuse. Irresponsible and shouldn’t be allowed to own animals!!

Summer 2017 Could someone please tell me where summer has gone? It feels like each year we are getting more like one season all year round. No real highs or lows. May summer turn up soon!

Tui to town Is a great idea and I have spotted the odd Tui. Wouldn’t it be better to plant native trees on road verges instead of decidious ornamental cherry trees ..... less mess more birds.

Street Fair Amazing how a few can spoil it for so many. Traders and public alike. Obviously can’t cope with commercial competition! If l knew stores that objected, l would boycot them.

I volunteer and foster for SPCA. I have equipment and room to take kittens. I also have government approved traps if needed. Please call to make arrangements. I can handle most anything.

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National Anthem Go to www.wowstockfootage.com At the end, it gives the option to replay with the lyrics. Brilliant.

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Artist I’ve had it on good word that British urban artist known as Banksy has given the beautiful piece above the theatre his highest praise. To all those that disagree, how about you chill out and enjoy worldly peace of new age art, found right here in Blenheim

I agree with the txt about parking meters. It’s an extra thing to think about before I head to town and I do try to avoid going anywhere near shops that are by parking meters. It’s a cost I’m usually not willing to pay, also a lot of the time I just don’t have change in my pocket. Haven’t got it, don’t do it, can’t afford it is what it boils down to for me. There are other parks that are free, just walk further and miss out more shopping. Better on my pocket!

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UB40 was great Only thing that spoilt it, was drunks shoving people near stage while you were trying to watch. Plus cars pushing in when leaving concert.

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Poor dog Lucky it survived! Put animal control/SPCA numbers in your phone and call them, next doggie might not be so lucky.

Kittens not free People advertise kittens for free. People should consider, worming, fleaing, vaccinations and desexing. So if you can’t afford the $150+ bill for this don’t get a kitten!

Come on Police Why are cops not sitting on Old Renwick Road??? We are all sick of boy racers coming around the 35km corner, then speeding up doing at least 120km way before they get to the T intersection to go to Springlands. We have kids and pets. Also the people that cross the centre line coming round that 35km corner.

KMart Nelson When you say the shops are simply not here it makes me wonder when was the last time you were in town. There is a great range of shops here in Blenheim now. I don’t think we need KMart here. There is more to life than shopping surely.

txt talk of the week Go to Picton First no late night shopping. Then no new year’s event in Blenheim. We all want to know why the town is not humming. Go to Picton all the action there since before Christmas.. We welcome your texts on 027 242 5266. Limit to 70 words please. Name supplied please. We reserve the right to publish at our discretion. Please note the opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the Sun management.

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Market Re market. Go Ted you have supporters.

Noise control Assistance. Surely it is there to respond to, and stop offensive irritating noise. To encourage a behaviour appropriate to the time of day. l despair at the lack of results , and the outright inconsiderate behaviour of noisy neighbours, both partying with overly loud adults and children, day after day. Not on ... l despair at young parents of today... what an example. No respect or maturity.

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Friday January 27, 2017

Futsal fundraising in the vines

Gold suction plan denied By Cathie Bell An independent commissioner for the Marlborough District Council has ruled out an application to mine gold in the Wakamarina River, saying it would have an adverse effect on the environment. Mathias Brandl applied last year for resource consent to suction dredge for gold in the Wakamarina River, and after a limited notification to five iwi and 10 river bank property owners, two submissions opposing the application were received. Commissioner Richard Fowler heard the application in December, and his determination was published last week. The proposed site was in the river, about eight kilometres upstream from where it crosses State Highway 6 at Canvastown, and is adjacent to the Pinedale Motorcamp. The area has a long history of goldmining, both commercially, and in recent decades recreationally, the determination says. Ngati Kuia argued the suction dredging would affect the mauri of the river. The river is important to the iwi, which has lived in the area for about 700 years, and the Wakamarina River is a tributary

of the Pelorus River, which Ngati Kuia was given stewardship of in its Treaty of Waitangi Settlement with the Government. However, the application would fill a gap between resource consents for goldmining in the river that have already been issued, and the applicant argued there would be minimal impact compared to those larger consents. The determination says there is some merit in those points, but Richard placed more weight on environmental concerns, noting Ngati Kuia had a fishing reserve on part of the river and had responsibilities for protecting against loss of habitat. The applicant said the consent would have little effect on trout, and cited American science, but the determination says New Zealand fish species in the river have soft bodies and no scales, so are by comparison much less robust. Nationally vulnerable species such as shortjaw kokopu and lamprey, and at risk declining species such as longfin eel could be affected, it says. This would be a ‘more than minor adverse effects’ on the environment, and the application was denied.

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By Cathie Bell the hardest task has always been Sport is stretching into the coming up with ways to raise grapevines this weekend as a some cash to help with tournafundraiser for young people ment fees, accommodation, flight playing football. costs, football gear, etc. Marcello Pinheiro is a Brazilian “I believe a team (coaches and futsal player who has been living players) have to work together on and working in Marlborough for and off the pitch to achieve the the past 12 years, and his love of same goal.” futsal has expanded into supportWhitehaven have been really ing football teams as well. supportive, and have given him He is working the greenlight to with the Blenheim try a project to Valley team to “Marlborough combine his work raise some money and sporting infor tournaments is a beautiful terests. fees and football place to raise The Narrows is gear, and as part Whitehaven’s new of that about 20 a family. I love vineyard, and the p eople, you ng players and supplayers and adults, being here.” porters will do will be working three hours work in Whitehaven’s tidying up around Narrows vineyard for a morning the site, in what Marcello hopes fundraiser on Sunday. will be repeated every six months Marcello started working at as a regular fundraiser, iniWhitehaven late last year, and tially for football but maybe other says he is impressed by the sports as well. company’s community-minded Marcello moved to New Zeaculture and its commitment to land for what was supposed to Marlborough. be a six month-long trip, but he The hardest part of working and his family are still here 12 with sports teams is the fundrais- years later. ing for fees, travelling to tourna“Marlborough is a beautiful ments, and other costs, he says. place to raise a family. I love “A couple of years ago I was being here.” training a few young players He is heavily involved in futsal, from Marlborough Boys’ College which is played all year round in for a National Futsal Tournament the Stadium 2000 competitively in Wellington for two years in the on Tuesday evenings, and social row. The football training used grade for adults on Tuesday and to be the easiest part of all and Friday nights.

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5 MINUTES WITH: Simon Green Mark Stevenson First National

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W h a t ’s y o u r m o s t annoying habit? Well my wife thinks it’s leaving clothes on the bathroom floor, but it’s closer to the laundry than the washing basket. One of my best holidays was... My first trip away to Wellington with my wife Hannah.

What ’s your fondest childhood memory? There’s too many to pick from. My parents gave us a great childhood and I wouldn’t change a thing.

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It was the Paul Henry show in the mornings, but now he’s finished, the kids get to watch cartoons. What’s your greatest fear?

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How do you want to be remembered? Being very successful in Real Estate and being a great role model for my four kids. Who would you love to share a meal with and why? Warren Buffet. His persistence to become the most successful investor in the world is inspiring to me. What is the one thing people don’t know about you? The one time I played rugby, I ran to the wrong try line.

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Night works for roundabout By Cathie Bell Night work to put in new stormwater drainage at the Spring Creek intersection on State Highway 1 is the first part of work being done to build the new roundabout planned. New Zealand Transport Agency is to put in a roundabout at the intersection of SH1, State Highway 62 and Ferry Road as part of a safety upgrade. Installing new and replacement underground services, such as the stormwater drainage, is part of the work required before starting the construction of the roundabout itself. Preparation has also included providing new on-site parking for the local Four Square supermarket To minimise disruption to motorists and local residents and businesses, the stormwa-

ter work will take place overnight between 7pm to 6am. It is expected to take around a week to complete, and is dependent on fine weather. Marlborough Roads Highway Manager Frank Porter says temporary traffic management will be in place and he asks motorists to follow the instructions of the road crew, and keep to the lower speed limits. “These measures are in place to keep our crews and road users safe.” The safety improvements for the intersection include a new roundabout, with traffic islands on all approaches. There will also be new footpaths and cycle facilities as well as landscaping and new signs. More information about the project is available at: www.nzta.govt.nz/projects/ spring-creek-safety-improvements/

As gardeners we face numerous difficulties in raising plants and maintaining gardens in the manner we would like. Weather has a big bearing on how well our gardens perform; temperatures, droughts, sunshine hours are factors to plant performance. Areas that are prone to drought situations need to be able to store rain water so that they can keep their gardens alive. Gardeners up in Northland and down in Canterbury are facing this problem currently and the gardens have to be shut down unless it rains sufficiently to keep them going. There are many ways you can store water for your gardens and even for your own needs in times of emergency or droughts. A gardening problem that happens to some during the summer when insect pests are multiplying rapidly can be like one that a lady had who phoned me during the week. The problem was that an excellent passion fruit vine growing on a fence was infected with leaf hoppers which were feeding on the plant causing some leaf drop and dehydrating the fruit. Sprays of our Super Neem tree Oil with Pyrethrum were used prior to sunset which reduced the problem for a few days after which the pests were back with avengeance. Repeat sprays of the same were only a temporary fix and on further investigation the lady noticed that next door there was a wisteria vine covered in leaf hoppers. These were continually arriving from the wisteria to infest her passion fruit vine.

Not a hopeless case as I suggested that she obtain what I call crop cover and is sold by Garden Centres as bug mesh. Staple it to the top of the fence allowing it to drape down covering the vine completely then secured to the ground with lengths of wood and rocks or similar. It could mean a bit of a frame made to suspend the mesh over the vine. Now a good spray at sunset with the recommended safe sprays and with the mesh in place no further invasion from the leaf hoppers next door. One problem arises out of this and that is the pollination of any new flowers which means every few days lifting the mesh back and hand pollinating. The crop cover is great in the vegetable garden or for raised gardens when large hoops are made of rigid alkathene pipe, placed over the area after planting seeds or seedlings to prevent not only most insects from establishing on your plants but also to stop birds and cats also. I have to do this when I am planting up my raised gardens because there are so many earth worms in my gardens, the birds know this and just rip the gardens apart destroying seedlings in the process. A further advantage of the mesh is it protects the establishing plants from wind and creates a micro-climate which means your plants grow quicker. In flower gardens you can use Wallys Cat Repellent which deters most cats and likely applied fresh it will put off some birds as well. Website www.gardenews.co.nz

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More help for quake-hit farmers By Cathie Bell Farmers affected by last year’s 7.8 earthquakes need to reach out for the help that is on offer, Primary Industries Minister Nathan Guy says. Nathan was in Blenheim on Wednesday to meet with earthquake recovery staff, farming and wine industry representatives, and to announce the extension of Government help to farmers. A key part of that is the Government using 0800 FARMING (327 646) so that farmers who need an extra hand on the farm as a result of November’s earthquake and aftershocks can call and have their needs matched with skilled workers and volunteers. “As we move from the response phase to recovery phase, some farmers and growers will need skilled hands to get back to prequake operational levels,” Nathan says. “For example, many farmers have suffered damage to key infrastructure such as fences and water reticulation systems. This kind of infrastructure requires experienced labour to get back up and running.” He says it will take a long time for

the area to recover. “We’re doing what we can to support them through that.” The initiative uses the Federated Farmers 0800 FARMING line as a single point of contact. The line has been open to members and non-members since the earthquake and has a comprehensive database of both farmers’ needs and offers of help. “It’s fantastic to see some volunteer workers and networks have started some of their own initiatives. Officials will be extending a hand to these groups to encourage them to work with this centralised resource if possible,” Nathan says. “All skilled workers deployed will be appropriately remunerated and volunteers can have some costs reimbursed. The initiative will also help ensure that issues such as like health and safety are managed in what is still a challenging situation.” The Ministry for Primary Industries has contracted Agriculture Employment Services Ltd (AgStaff) and Federated Farmers to manage the initiative over the next four months. This includes worker contracts, health and safety induction and training, coordinating

travel and logistics, and the reimbursement of fair and reasonable costs for volunteer workers. All calls for assistance will be managed to either AgStaff (for labour assistance) or other support organisations who are involved. Calls are answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Nathan encourages farmers to contact local Rural Support Trust staff on 0800 RURAL HELP (0800 787 254) for a free, private and confidential chat. A Trust person can come to see you and, if needed, point you in the right direction for further help. The Government Helpline is open for calls about all government support available, on 0800 77 99 97 from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, and if circumstances have changed as a result of the earthquake, farmers should talk to their accountant, bank, and Work and Income to see what other help they may be eligible for, he says. Industry groups like Beef + Lamb NZ and dairy organisations are also available to assist with technical advice, such as farm management and land remediation in earthquake Primary Industries Minister Nathan Guy. damaged areas.

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KiwiRail is warning people to stay off railway tracks with growing numbers putting themselves at risk as the Main North Line rebuild between Christchurch and Blenheim gathers pace. South Island Network Services Manager Jeanine Benson says because the line hasn’t been operating people have become complacent, and we are having some real problems with people accessing the railway line. “Activity on the line is increasing as our rebuild efforts gear up, and there will be vehicles and the possibility of work trains using it in the near future. “Our staff have also seen people walking across our bridges. Not

only is this not safe, it is also illegal to go into the rail corridor without permission.” KiwiRail is working with Police on the issue. TrackSAFE Foundation Manager Megan Drayton says people using level crossings on the line also need to be vigilant. “Last week KiwiRail ran trains on the stretch of line between Spring Creek and Lake Grassmere. People need to remember to always look out for trains, obey the signs and signals at crossings and stay off the tracks at all times. “Trains are deceptively quiet and they can’t stop in a hurry or swerve to avoid anything on the tracks,” she says.

Work on the line this week includes putting the track back in place and surveying in preparation for returning the track to its proper position. Track work is continuing south of Lake Grassmere and is also underway between Hundalee and the Waiau River. On-site inspections of bridges and geo-tech slumps and slips are continuing, and preparation for geo-tech testing is underway. The substantial programme, part of the North Canterbury Transport Infrastructure Recovery alliance effort, involves more than 100 KiwiRail staff consultants and contractors.

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Think positive Starting 2017 with positivity in mind is one of the best things that you can do to jump start your New Year. Whatever the past year may (or may not) have brought you, there is no better way to start your year right than to face it with a dose of positive thinking in your mind.

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Silvia Hodel and Zac Steele use the outdoor Fit-n-Free gym equipment at Havelock which the council helped to fund from its Small Township Community Project Fund.

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Marlborough’s smaller centres have a chance to apply to Council for funding for minor improvements or amenities which would benefit their community. The Council has set aside some funding for small, low-cost projects in the outdoors which the public can enjoy. Examples of projects already funded include the new outdoor gym equipment for Havelock and the landscaping at Anakiwa. Applications must be received by 13 March 2017. There’s more information

about the funding and the application process on the Council website http://www. marlborough.govt.nz/Our-Community/ Small-Townships-Programme C o u n c i l c om mu n it y a dv i s o r – Marlborough townships Adi James says a copy of the information and application form is available for remote communities which may not have good internet connection. Residents may phone the Council to request material be posted to them.

Reviewed by Pat Leggett It is said that entering the Havelock Town Hall is like stepping back in time. On Wednesday night it was indeed that, back to the 1860s and the heart of the logging industry. The Havelock Theatre Company’s production of Chain Reaction, a play by Carol Shepard, opened to a packed house and eager expectations. They were not disappointed. Bruce Weston and Gillian Edwards adapted the play from its English setting, which fitted extremely well into the local scenario. The story is a classic ‘who done it’ enacted by a strong cast. Judy Blake-Barlow nails Mrs Crabbe with Anna Logan as her suitably nutty daughter. Steve Leslie excels as the mysterious Mr Blackshaw, and Greg

Bettjeman the consumptive Mr Crabbe. Ian Cameron plays dastardly Mr Marshall and appropriately, Graeme Barsanti is the Police Sergeant. This is another very entertaining production from a fine theatre group. • There are evening shows at 8pm on January 27 and 28, and February 2, 3, and 4, and two Sunday Matinees at 4pm on January 29 and February 5, at the Havelock Town Hall. Tickets cost Adults $18, Students and Seniors $15, children under 14years $10 and can be booked at: Eyes on Nature, 61 Main Road, Havelock, 574 1256; Still Books, 18 Scott Street, Blenheim 578 9701; Take Note, 28 High Street, Picton 573 6107; and Foresters Cafe, Mt Richmond Estate, 7090 SH 6, Rai Valley 571 6070.

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Battle of the saloons 99 Story and photo by Celeste Alexander Hold on to your seats speedway fans, there is a whole lot of horsepower coming your way next weekend. Eastern States Speedway is running a huge two-day saloon meeting on February 3 and 4, titled ‘Mag & Turbo and Radiator Services Saloon Showdown’. And what a showdown it will be, with up to 20 saloon cars from all over New Zealand descending on Blenheim to battle it out for big cash prizes.

This will be one race meeting not to miss. Darrell Bate of Mag & Turbo Blenheim and Tony Flood of Radiator Services have very generously put their support and sponsorship behind this event and encourage everyone to go along and cheer for local drivers. “We are thrilled to be supporting this event and wish our local drivers all the best,” Darrell and Tony say. Representing Eastern States Speedway are Chris Cornelius, Brett McGlashan, Daryl Martin, Paul Cambie, Paddy North, Hamish Fern,

Rob Lee and Rob Flood. These drivers have been preparing their saloons for the ultimate battle on their home track, each vying for a podium finish. “Get in behind our local boys and show your support as they go up against some of the best drivers in the country,” Darrell says. Gates open at 5pm and racing starts at 6pm. Eastern States Speedway will have food and drink stalls, a coffee cart, Mr Whippy and plenty of sitting room for the whole family.

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- weekend event guide Friday 27 Omaka Maize Maze Dog Point Rd, 5-8pm last entry. Admission: $9 for adults, children 4 years and over, $6 and Family $28. Blenheim Library Book Sale Good quality used books, great value. From 50 cents to $4. 9.30am-6pm at the Blenheim library.

Mystery Batons up Fundraiser Downstairs at Clubs of Marlborough 1-4pm. 40 prizes, 20 packaged prizes, 20 cash prizes. $20 per ticket.

Picton Men’s Shed 9am-12pm and Wednesday 9am-4pm. Phone Rex Green 021 469 191 or Kerry Eagar 021 888 423 for more information.

Sweet Az Sun Festival 2017 Lansdowne Park, Lansdowne Road. 12–8.30pm, gates sales available.

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

Blenheim Library Book Sale 10am-1pm at the Blenheim library.

Chain Reaction Havelock Town Hall cnr Main Rd & Inglis St. Adults $18, Seniors and students $15, Children under 14 $10, door sales.

BBQ to raise funds for Blenheim Volunteer Fire Brigade 9am-4pm, Bunnings Warehouse. Buy a sausage or make a donation. Family activities, fun games and entertainment.

The Gallery Havelock Open 10am-4pm, seven days a week. Enjoy browsing some of the excellent art . 60 Main Road, Havelock.

Omaka Maize Maze Dog Point Rd, 10am till 8pm.

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. Dunbar wharf, on Picton foreshore. Heritage and 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. Marlborough Golf Club Half price green-fees after 4pm every day! 74 Paynters Rd. www.marlborough@ golf.co.nz. 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. Ph 021 120 1717 or info@detourgallery.co.nz. Marlborough Museum Brayshaw Heritage Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place. Open 10am–4pm daily.

Saturday 28 Kartsport Marlborough 1st round of their Twilight series, contested over 3 rounds. Racing starts 1pm, entry free, at Cresswell Electrical Raceway, Wither Rd.

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Raw Collective January Campaign 9 piece Hiphop band and guests. The Yard Bar, 30 Maxwell Rd. 9-11pm, free admission. Waitaria Bay Classic Tri Waitaria Bay Hall, 5732 Kenepuru Road, 10am. Waitaria Bay annual event! Kaipupu Point Guided Walk 100 High Street, Picton, 1.30pm. Travel by boat to Kaipupu Point Mainland Island. Marlborough Artisan Market Wynen St car park, 9am-1pm. Food, coffee, jewellery, preserves, veggies, art, crafts, woodwork, pottery and more. Maud Island - Pelorus Sounds Tour Join Pelorus Tours and DOC for a memorable trip through the beautiful Pelorus Sound and Te Pakeka/Maud Island. 8am6pm departing from Havelock. Bookings required go to www.pelorustours.co.nz. Redwood Market 8am-12pm, Redwood Tavern car park. Supporting Hospice. Round’A’Mini Golf Picton Picton Foreshore, 10am Saturday and Sunday, 10am. 5km Taylor River Fun Run Free timed 5km run along the Taylor River, meet at the ampitheatre, corner of High and Symonds Streets, 8am every Saturday. To register go to http://www. parkrun.co.nz/blenheim. Blenheim Rotary Car Boot Sale Every Saturday 8am–12.30pm at the Railway Station car park, Grove Rd. Blenheim Menz Shed 4 Dillons Point Road. Open 9am-12pm Sat and 1-4pm on Mon and Thurs. Vintage Farm Machinery 10am-3pm, open every day. Brayshaw Park guided tours available, SundayThomas Tank Engine rides.

Sunday 29 Blenheim Riverside Railway Train Departs from Brayshaw Park as follows; 1.15pm and 3.00pm to Omaka and return, 1.45pm to Beaver Station, Riverside Park, central Blenheim and return. Adults $10 Child $5 (Omaka $6 & $3). Cash only. Blenheim Library Book Sale 1.30-4.30pm at the Blenheim library. Family Fun Day Picton Foreshore, London Quay, 9am– noon. Free visit to Picton Ecoworld Aquarium from 9-12pm. Free sausage sizzle from 10-12pm. Marlborough Kennel Association Double Ribbon Parade Aerodrome Road Omaka, all dogs recognised by NZKC welcome. Refreshments available, public most welcome. Marlborough Farmers’ Market A&P Showgrounds 9am-noon. Come and experience fresh delicious delicacies. Picton Rail and Sail The Foreshore Picton and cost 20c per ride, 10am-4pm, weather permitting. 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. Marlborough Golf Club – Community Golf Sunday afternoon play 18 holes $15 or 9 holes $10. Must be a Marlborough resident. 74 Paynters Rd. Tramping Club We go on tramps Wed and Sun, please confirm for travel. Ph Mary 572 8762 or marlboroughtrampingclub@gmail.com. Model Aero Club ARA Wairau Valley 9am, Murray Ph 578 9199 or Tony Ph 577 9776. Blenheim Country Music Club Redwoodtown School Hall. 2-5pm, $3. Ph- Nola 5779 455 or Warren 5779 659. Petanque 10am Sunday and 1pm Wednesday, 65A Weld Street–John Ph 5779789. Tramp to Captains Creek Mt Richmond Forest Park 1256 Mt Richmond Road, Havelock. 7am-5pm.

Get ready for the weekend with our list of what’s on! 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. Explore Matai Bay Matai Bay, departing Penzance and Duncan Bays, 232 Duncan Bay Rd. 10am–3:30pm. Marlborough Rock and Mineral Club Brayshaw Park, come and see our large rock, mineral, crystal and fossil collection, work room and books. Free admission. Ulysses Club Ride Ride to Nelson via Whangamoas, for lunch (choose cafe on the day). Sunday Outdoor Yoga The Vines Village, 10–11am. Join Carmena Su relaxing 1-hour yoga class, bring your own mat or a towel. $15 cash only. Kapahaka Every Sunday at Tuamarina Hall. 1-3pm. Omaka Maize Maze Dog Point Rd, 10am till 5pm.

Coming up Tuesday 31 January Super D Races Timed runs down through the Mountain Bike Park at Wither Hills, Taylor Pass Road, $5 starting at 6pm. Saturday 4 February The 5th Annual Healthy Bastards Bush Pilot Champs Marlborough Aero Club, 10am. New Zealand’s premier national short take-off and landing, and precision landing competition. Gold coin donation.

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ARMSTRONG, Bailey Lynne: (7lb) December 29, 2016

BRIGGS, Helen Claire: January 20, 2017

DE CARTIER-McCARTHY, Arlo James Brody:

BULLEN, Verna Marjorie (nee Sutton): January 18, 2017

McLENNAN, Eliza Katie:

JONES, Ian William: Q.S.M. January 22, 2017

TRUSCOTT, Harriet May:

McKAY, John Andrew (Sandy): January 18, 2017

(6lb 2oz) December 23, 2016 (8lb 3oz) January 20, 2016

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TUCKER, Eveline Margaret Kate: (8lbs) January 4, 2017

MCPARTLIN, Peter: January 18, 2017 MOORE, Lawrence Ansley (Laurie): January 22, 2017 NEILSON, Gerard Christian: January 18, 2017 PONDER, Iris Cecillia: January 24, 2017 ROBERTSON, Joan (nee Gilchrist): January 21, 2017

Looking closely at our litter The ‘Be a Tidy Kiwi’ campaign against littering is starting up again next year, and the Marlborough District Council wants the region to be a good example. As part of that, it is doing a study on littering in Marlborough and what more could be done to keep the district tidy. With support from the Ministry for the Environment, a study will be made over the next two years looking at just how untidy we are and who is picking up after us. Council solid waste manager Alec McNeil says the Marlborough Litter Project will run this year and next, to try and understand the extent of the litter levels and the effectiveness of existing services. “We’re trying to get a fix on the overall picture; how widespread the problem really is, any trouble-spots, whether existing services are meeting expectations and how much the community itself already does to keep things

clean and tidy.” For example, he says, there are some individuals who walk regularly and who also take a bag and pick up litter as part of their daily routine. “Their good is contributing to keeping the region tidy – just like the neighbourhood and community clean-up initiatives that are held from time to time. It’s all part of the bigger picture that we want to bring together.” Alec says community views on litter will be sought and members of the public are invited to give their feedback through a form on the Council website at www.marlborough.govt. nz/Services/Refuse/Marlborough-LitterProject.aspx Marlborough will be working in with the national programme ‘Litter Less, Recycle More’, and he wants the region to be well placed for the re-launch of the ‘Be a Tidy Kiwi’ campaign next year.

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Keeping up with the McCaw’s The Richie McCaw and Gemma Flynn wedding is newsworthy and it’s because of people like you clicking, reading and watching in droves. I’ve had numerous discussions, some of them heated, with people who disagree with the idea that the ex All Black captain, our most successful rugby player ever, getting married to hockey player Gemma Flynn is actually news. Trust me, it is and the statistics back it up. People who say “who cares” and “they deserve privacy” are living in their own fairyland when it comes to 21st century news. Both bride and groom are house-

hold names, McCaw especially is arguably the greatest All Black ever. That’s our national game and most identifiable global brand all wrapped into one. Make no mistake, the ridiculous amounts of security and the use of umbrellas and suit jackets to block news cameras was not done for privacy, it was done to protect the big money exclusive rights for photos and interviews paid to the married couple by a woman’s magazine. For the record, all those cameras which were being blocked were on public land, meaning they were entitled to film just like

anyone else. Those who sat behind their computer screens and wrote “this is not news” or berated media for their effort to cover it, need to realise news comes in all forms. News is more than just politics, economics, death and blood. It’s also about celebrity and a wedding of this magnitude must be covered as best as possible. You don’t have to like it because plenty of others do. The wedding was the top ranked story across all major news websites in New Zealand. So, you may not be reading about it or watching its coverage but I assure you, you’re in the minority.

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Car a tribute to late friend By Celeste Alexander When Renwick man Steve Cattermole races his 1970 Datsun 1200 Coupe, he does so with the memory of a late friend who once owned it. Steve is a member of the Marlborough Car Club (MCC) and regularly races in local events and out of town rallies. The car’s history is a sentimental one Steve says. It once belonged to friend Royce Watson who passed away in an accident during the Hanmer Forest Straight’n’Paint Rally in 2013. Royce was described as being an icon among the South Island rally scene. Steve purchased the Datsun in 2014 and drove as a zero car at the start of a memorial rally for Royce in Hanmer that year with Royce’s brother riding alongside. “Royce’s nephew was the navigator and survived the crash. He went in another car which was nice for the family. “I left the sticker on the back for

Maxin Automotive which was Royce’s business as a tribute. His brother also still services for me so the car is still very much a reminder of Royce,” he says. Steve went on to modify the Datsun by installing a Suzuki Swift engine, a six speed gearbox out of a Toyota GT86 and a Toyota differential. “I have always done hybrids as I like cars to be different,” he says. It is built for maneuverability and acceleration out of corners, but Steve estimates it could reach speeds of around 180km on a sealed road. “It has about 150 horsepower which, for a 1600cc modified engine is good. “Anyone can go fast in a Subaru or Evo, so it’s nice to have a twowheel drive that can kick their bums,” he laughs. Steve competes in class B for two-wheel drives in rallies and has achieved podium finishes in seven out of 10 rallies. He says he races for fun and not

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Waitaria Bay Tri The ninth consecutive Waitaria Bay Tri is on Saturday January 28, and organisers John and Dianne Dixon expect it to be just as good as all of the others. Enter on http://wbtriplusz.wix. com/waitaria-bay-tri

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Steve Cattermole with his Datsun 1200 Coupe, and co-driver Mark Clemens. Photos by Rebecca Maling.

for championships and enjoys the fact that his son Brody is now following in his footsteps. “Now that Brody is 12 he’s allowed to ride along and does a lot of sprint stuff with me. “He now owns his own car which he saved up and paid for himself,” he says. Brody, one of several youth in

the MCC, runs a Nissan Sentra SR which he races in Motorkhana and Autocross events locally. Steve’s co-driver for this year’s rallies will be Mark Clemens (Clemo). Sponsoring Steve is Posh Nosh Marlborough Ltd, Youngs Automotive Nelson, Linktech Timaru and Basis.

The Senior grade T20 Cricket competition continues on Friday evening at Horton Park with Wairau Cavaliers taking on Wairau while Renwick take on competition leaders Wairau Valley. Renwick will be full of confidence following their high scoring win over the Cavaliers last Friday. Dustin Emms-Healy top scored. On Saturday Wairau take on Wairau Valley in the SBS Bank Senior Grade Championship Final on the Horton Park main ground starting at 11.30am.

Muddy Buddy Sport Tasman is calling for entries in the Havelock Muddy Buddy contest on February 25. The race along the Havelock estuary tests people’s skills in the thick mud. Teams can register online or contact Sport Tasman’s Jane Miles on 03 923 2317.

Paddy bound for NZ saloon champs Story and photo by Celeste Alexander Paddy North, local saloon driver for Eastern States Speedway, left today for Auckland to compete in the Valvoline New Zealand Saloon Car Championship. Paddy is the only dr iver from Marlborough, and one of three from the South Island competing in the event which will see around 60 of the country’s fastest Mustangs, Corvettes, Camaros and Commodore V8’s racing bumper to bumper. Paddy once held the 3NZ title, won three seasons ago, a result he’s hoping to get close to or better this time around. He is racing his new car, a Lovelady chassis powered by a 350 Chevy engine that sports the new colour combination of

black and orange, different to his previous red and black. The qualifying races will be held tomorrow which will determine the top 20 cars that will go on to the finals on Sunday. Paddy says he’s feeling good about the event and is hoping for a good placing. “The new car is different this year and has produced some good results already, including at the Valvoline Saloon Speedweek last month where I did six nights of racing. I managed a first, a second, a fourth and a big roll over,” he laughs. “I’m happy with the car every time I get in it so here’s hoping all goes well this weekend. I’d like to think I might come back with a top placing,” he says.

Local saloon car driver Paddy North left this morning bound for Auckland where he is competing in the 2017 Valvoline New Zealand Saloon Car Championship at Waikaraka Family Speedway.

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