3 February Blenheim Sun

Sun The

Blenheim Marlborough

February 3, 2017

Sun Weather

Today 12-28

Saturday 11-28

Sunday 14-29

Monday 14-29

Outlook for Today Fine and warm, high cloud increases afternoon.

WE’LL GET YOU HOME

Phone us : 03 5777 868

Ready to roll

Story and photo by Cathie Bell The model railway track at Brayshaw Park has been extended and will be opened officially this weekend.

The Marlborough Associated Modellers’ Society is one of the heritage groups at the park celebrating Heritage Day, and model trains will be running on the new track on both Sunday and Monday for Waitangi Day’s heritage celebrations.

Continued on page 2 Marlborough Associated Modellers’ Society secretary Nigel Wood with the society’s locomotive that will be running on Sunday and Monday.

As Registered Monumental Masons we can create the perfect memorial for your loved one.

Our skilled professionals use modern technology to create plaques and headstones that are unique, personal and provide a lasting memorial for your loved one. We also undertake reconditioning of existing headstones and reconstruction of historical gravesites across the Marlborough region.

Corner Hutcheson & Parker Streets, Blenheim | 03 578 4719

www.sowmans.co.nz

2

The Sun

Friday February 3, 2017

How to reach us

Les Whiteside

Katrina Whiteside

Publisher

Publisher

Telephone (03) 5777 868 The Sun 18,785 copies.

The largest circulating newspaper in Marlborough.

TWICE WEEKLY Delivering to: Blenheim, Picton, Renwick, Havelock & Seddon.

PICTON Missed deliveries

PH (03) 573-6196 www.blenheimsun.co.nz E-mail: news@blenheimsun.co.nz sales@blenheimsun.co.nz ads@blenheimsun.co.nz Address: 72 High St, Blenheim P.O. Box 634 Blenheim Fax: (03) 577-7863

The Sun

quote of the week

A little self-criticism is as beneficial as too much is harmful.

– Anonymous brought to you by:

Fresh sausages, salami and smallgoods available at Blenheim New World, PAK’n’SAVE and Renwick SuperValue

www.blackballsalami.co.nz

Track extended and trains ready to roll Continued from page 1 The model railway’s track has been extended along a patch of ground at the entrance of Brayshaw Park.

The extension, finished in November, has taken about 16 months to build, society secretary Nigel Wood says.

The project has the benefits of increasing the length of the ride the society is able to offer, making good use of the available area, and increasing public awareness of the existence of a miniature railway at the park, he says.

“A lot of people in Blenheim don’t really know about this place. One of the aims

of the extension is to put it out so people can see it.

“The completed track has improved our facilities and capabilities, and will be an asset to the park as well as being of benefit to members of the community.

“It’s all been done by voluntary labour.

It’s quite a tribute.”

The project hasn’t been without issues – in November, new plantings put in by society members were stolen.

The Sun wrote an article about it, and this led to Turf Professionals offering older plantings as well as planting grass around the new track in autumn, Nigel says.

“There was a stage where we wondered whether we were ever going to get there, but we have.”

Marlborough mayor John Leggett is patron of the society and will be officially opening the track extension on Sunday afternoon.

• The society offers rides between 1pm and 4pm on the first and third Sunday of each month, for $2. It will also be operating on Monday, as part of the Heritage Day celebrations at Brayshaw Park.

During Heritage Day, all the heritage societies at the park are open between 10am and 4pm, gold coin donation.

Better here than most places

By Cathie Bell Marlborough has ‘fared better’ than many other regions in New Zealand with its summer weather, scientist Rob Agnew says.

Rob collects weather data from the station at the Grovetown Business Park and says while there has been ‘a lot of talk’ regarding what a disappointing summer New Zealand has experienced so far, to the end of January, Marlborough fared much better than many other regions.

“December’s mean temperature was right on average and rainfall was less than half the average. January’s mean temperature has been slightly above average and rainfall about half the average. Many other regions have experienced well below average temperatures and above average rainfall.”

A tree at a property on Howick Road fell victim to the ferocious winds experienced in Marlborough last month. Photo by Kelly Hocquard.

One thing people really noticed about the weather last month was the wind.

Rob says January was very windy with average daily windrun of 336.3 km with an average wind speed of 14.0 km/hr. The

long-term average is 274.3 km wind-run (11.4 km/hr) over the 21 years: 1996-2016.

The January 2017 average wind-run of 336.3 km is second highest average wind-run for 1996-2016, behind January

THE MARLBOROUGH ART SOCIETY 2017 SUMMER-AUTUMN WORKSHOPS PROGRAMME Sta

KYLIE FLEUR’S RICHARD ADAMS LIFE DRAWING “Drawing on Skills” with CRAIG BLUETT ABSTRACT classes on on Monday nights PAINTING Wednesday nights 7-9pm WORKSHOP 7-9pm 1 February to 13 February to At Marisco Vineyard 22 February $120 25-26 February 20 March & 17 April to $200 29 May $120

SHEYNE TUFFERY’S WOODCUT PRINTMAKING WORKSHOP 18-19 March $200

Funded by Creative Communities NZ Local Arts Funding 2015-2016

Contact Workshops Co-ordinator, Helen Ballinger Phone 021 0267 8711, workshops@marlboroughartsociety.com

Call Blenheim 03 579 4794 Or Nelson 03 546 8649 www.intepeople.co.nz

1998, which recorded 351 km.

That wind boosted the amount of plant water use, called potential evapotranspiration. January’s potential evapotranspiration was 181.5 mm, by far the highest January total on record for the 21 years 1997-2017, Rob says. The previous highest total was 161.9 mm recorded in January 2012.

January also had the highest potential water deficit, the difference between monthly rainfall and potential evapotranspiration, in the 21 years between 1997 and 2017.

Rainfall was only 27.2mm last month, 56% of the long term average for January, and total rainfall for December 2016 and January 2017 is only 47.2 mm; 49% of the long-term average.

“Fortunately October and November 2016 received good rainfall, which ensured good spring pasture growth in Marlborough.”

The Sun

Friday February 3, 2017

3

inbrief

The Sun

Election day set

The New Zealand King Salmon farm at Ruakaka in Queen Charlotte Sound.

Grant Rosewarne, NZ King Salmon’s chief executive.

Salmon company to move plant to Picton

By Cathie Bell NZ King Salmon will set up more jobs in Marlborough if the Government’s proposal to shift salmon farms goes ahead, and chief executive Grant Rosewarne says the company is expecting to set up 30 new jobs in a primary processing plant in Picton next month.

Long term, King Salmon will make petfood, nutraceuticals, and fertiliser in Marlborough, Grant says.

These may be made in industrial estates in Blenheim, rather than Picton.

“All of these things make sense to have in Marlborough. There is no point producing these products in Nelson.”

During the Environmental Protection Agency hearings in 2010, Nelson-based NZ King Salmon made a commitment to open a processing plant in Picton when it reached a certain size.

Ministry for Primary Industries director economic development and partnerships Luke Southorn says that if the six existing salmon farms are moved to more produc-

tive sites, that threshold will be reached.

Grant confirms that, saying yesterday that ‘more space triggers more things over in Marlborough’.

Primary Industries Minister Nathan Guy started a two month-long public consultation last week to

NZ King Salmon is the only company farming salmon in the Marlborough Sounds. see what people think about moving six salmon farms to different sites, one in Tory Channel and five in the outer Pelorus Sound.

The Government’s Cabinet paper approving the consultation process says the Marlborough District Council’s planning documents cannot meet the Government’s policy for aquaculture growth.

“At the existing sites, improving productivity and reducing

environmental impact cannot be achieved together. Improving productivity would lead to unacceptable benthic effects, and reducing environmental impact would limit productivity.

“The existing coastal plan does not provide for relocation to sites where both outcomes can be achieved together.”

It says that relocating the farms means NZ King Salmon could farm consistently with environmental standards for benthic quality agreed in 2014, while remaining commercially viable, ‘which is not possible at the existing sites’.

Six of the company’s 11 consented sites have low water flow, and to meet the benthic standards, they will need to reduce feed and stocking levels, which would ‘significantly’ reduce productivity and commercial viability.

“In contrast, if the farms were relocated to more suitable sites, the standards in the benthic guidelines could be met at increased levels of production.

A report by PWC on the economic benefits of relocating six

farms estimates current production at the four active farms produces GDP of $10 million a year and employment of 105 fulltime equivalent jobs. It estimates if all six farms are moved to better sites, increased productivity of an extra 100 tonnes of salmon would increase GDP to $49 million a year and 511 jobs.

NZ King Salmon is the only company farming salmon in the Marlborough Sounds.

There are 10 other marine farms resource consents to farm salmon among other species in the Marlborough Sounds. Ngai Tahu farms snapper in Beatrix Bay, but the other consents are not actively farming finfish • People have until 5pm on Monday March 27 to make their views known to the Government.

Written comments can be emailed to aquaculture.submissions@mpi. govt.nz or posted to Salmon Farm Relocation, Ministry for Primary Industries, Private Bag 14, Port Nelson 7042. More information is available at http://www.mpi.govt. nz/news-and-resources/consultations.

Prime Minister Bill English has announced this year’s General Election will be held on Saturday, 23 September.

The Government’s intention is that the House will rise on Thursday, 17 August and Parliament will be dissolved on 22 August, he says. Nominations for election candidates will close at noon on 29 August.

Stopbank repairs Work is underway to repair river stopbanks in Blenheim that were damaged by the earthquake. Crews have repaired stopbanks at the Wairau Bar and Diversion, and are currently repairing a stopbank in Spring Creek, the Marlborough District Council says.

Further stopbank work is planned in Grovetown and Tua Marina.

Relief fund open Marlborough’s Mayoral Relief Fund has reopened for applications, with grants available for up to $500. The fund committee has discretion to extend grants beyond the $500 threshold based on need. Information and an application form are available at marlborough.govt.nz or at council offices.

Seddon drop-in Marlborough Red Cross will operate a drop-in centre at the Cosy Corner Café in Seddon from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday 15 February, 22 February and 1 March, for residents to pop in for a cuppa and a chat.

Correction Edith Barry’s name was spelt wrong in Wednesday’s edition. We apologise for the error.

SUPER SUMMER SPECIAL!

Yamaha 2 stroke out boards FROM $699

BOATING MADE EASY...

BRINGING TOGETHER QUALITY PEOPLE, QUALITY PRODUCTS AND QUALITY SERVICE

YAMAHA SUMMER OUTBOARD CASHBACK OFFER

701 SH1 KOROMIKO, BLENHEIM 03 573 7736 • www.marlboroughmarine.co.nz

72 GROVE ROAD, BLENHEIM 03 578 0569 • mwcraft.co.nz

With 14,000km of coastline, over 180,000km of rivers, and 3,820 lakes there’s more to the land of the long white cloud than land. This summer getting out there on the water is easier than ever with up to $500 cashback on selected Yamaha four stroke outboards.

Visit Marlborough Watercraft for more information.

SAME PLANET. DIFFERENT WORLD. *Terms and conditions apply

4

The Sun

Friday February 3, 2017

Business inbrief

Pharmacy reveals expansion Springlands Pharmacy held a grand opening last night to reveal its brand new expansion and refit.

The expansion saw the previous pharmacy demolished and refitted, which included the NZ Post, as well as a new staff room, store room, offices and consultation rooms.

A new double door entrance was built facing the carpark.

Accessman sells Jenny and Colin Francis have sold the Accessman Blenheim business to James Jenneson, who took over last Wednesday.

In an email to clients, they say all three staff will be remaining with the business so it will be business as usual and Colin and Jenny will be on site to assist during the handover period. They had owned the business for nine years.

Grape buy Matua is buying more than 560 hectares of vineyards in the Wairau Valley and Northbank to secure grape supply for its Marlborough winery.

The Overseas Investment Office website says the company spent $26.87 million to buy three properties in a purchase approved by the office on December 13.

The properties are in three blocks stretching across the Wairau River from Northbank to the Wairau Valley.

Treasury Wine Estates (Matua) is a 96.9 per cent Australian-owned company, with a winery on the corner of Jacksons and Rapaura Roads.

The Overseas Investment Office says Matua is acquiring land which it has previously been sourcing grapes from under a grape supply agreement, and intends to continue the viticulture operation on the land and to process the grapes grown on the land at its production facility in Marlborough.

“Acquisition of the Land will provide the Applicant with long-term security of supply of grapes required for its New Zealand wine production operations.”

The purchase was approved as it would provide extra investment for development, and would enhance the viability of other investments.

SuperTyre at your service

Story and photos

by Celeste Alexander SuperTyre Warehouse recently opened in its new building located at Riverlands, and thanks to the larger space, it has a truck drive through area.

This is one of SuperTyres’ unique features, as it is the only tyre business in Marlborough offering an undercover drive through, branch manager Brett McLaughlan says.

Brett and his brother John, a service technician, both operate the business on Bristol Street, stocking a range of tyres for the commercial and agriculture sectors.

The company was started around five years ago after a Nelson transport company owner became frustrated with constant tyre price increases and needed to reduce its tyre expenditure to stay competitive in the market.

His son Dayne Drummond is now company manager of SuperTyre and three branches have since opened in Nelson, Blenheim and Christchurch.

“My father would see international rubber prices going down but tyre prices going up and got frustrated so we began importing direct from wholesalers, initially for his company.

“Other companies caught wind of this and placed their orders and before long SuperTyre was created. This enables us to offer more Super Tyre service technician John McLaughlan and Marlborough competitive pricing,” Dayne says. branch manager Brett McLaughlan.

SuperTyre supply tyres on a wholesale basis. The tyre range includes 4WD, light commercial radial tyres, truck and bus radial tyres, loader and earthmoving radial tyres and industrial radial tyres.

In addition to the truck drive through, there is also a lane for cars to have tyres fitted - all undercover.

“Trucks, machinery... you name it, we can fit tyres on it,” Brett says.

While SuperTyre is based at Riverlands, both Brett and John have fleet service vehicles and can head out to where they are needed all over Marlborough, 24 hours Supertyre Warehouse in Riverlands is the only tyre specialist that has a truck drive through. seven days a week.

Wine tastings in lead up to festival

Bernadette Kirwan

MORTGAGE AND LENDING SPECIALIST

• Mortgage & Personal Loan Options with Qualified Advice • Kiwi Saver & Home Start Grant assistance for 1st (& sometimes 2nd) home buyers • Debt Management & Consolidation Plans

New World Blenheim liquor manager Mike Kilworth in front of a display promoting some of the wines that will feature at the Wine & Food Festival.

Phone 027 39 12345 Email Bernadette.kirwan@loanmarket.co.nz Free disclosure statements available.

Chris Black Insurance Broker Senior Advisor

LANDSCAPING

CO LTD

Specialising in landscaping and property care We offer a range of commercial and residential services: • establishing new lawns • hydro-seeding • hydro-mulching • ready lawn • seeding • lawn dethatching • irrigation • paving • curbing • fences • full landscape • garden maintenance and much more.

Specialist in Motor Fleets and Forestry

LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED

For a no obligation Health & Safety Check of your insurance contact Chris on 03 579 1186 or 021 527 882 chris@rmageneral.co.nz | rmafinancial.co.nz

Ph 03 572 8434 | 021 993 611 | lawnmasters@vodafone.co.nz

Story and photo by Celeste Alexander Tickets for the Marlborough Wine & Food Festival have been selling well at New World Blenheim, which this year has sponsored the iconic event.

New World Blenheim has partnered with Club Card and Flybuys to provide some fantastic benefits, including four Flybuys for every ticket purchased.

This is a really exciting sponsorship opportunity for owners Ashley and Melanie Shore Melanie was selected as an associate judge for the 2016 New World Wine Awards and as local store owners, Ashley and Melanie are committed to supporting local wine companies.

Leading up to the festival on Saturday February 11, New World Blenheim has put together an in-store display of some of the local wines that will feature at the festival.

Liquor manager Mike Kilworth says there has been a series of instore tastings organised for the public to try some of these wines for themselves.

The next tasting is being held today and tomorrow from 12-3pm, then from 3-6pm both days and will include Stanley Estate, Riverby Estate, Yealands Estate and No1 Estate. Another will be held the weekend following the festival.

“We are all pretty excited here for the festival and are committed to supporting our local wine companies by dealing direct with the wineries and stocking a huge range in-store.

“For those attending the festival, we will have another tasting the following weekend so they can come in and find their favourite wines,” Mike says.

The Marlborough Wine & Food Festival tickets cost $55 each and are available instore.

The Sun

Friday February 3, 2017

5

COUNCIL NEWS Extending Blenheim’s riverside pathway

Make a resolution to pay rates by direct debit One New Year’s resolution that will help ratepayers to get their personal finances sorted is to make arrangements to pay the rates by direct debit.

Over a third of Marlborough’s ratepayers already pay their rates this way because it’s so easy and convenient.

By making small regular payments weekly, fortnightly or monthly, the cost can be spread out over the year and there’s no risk of 10% penalties should you forget when the rates are due. Even if you prefer to pay quarterly, it’s more efficient to do it by direct debit.

It’s easy and time-saving – and the Council can make all the arrangements on your behalf with your bank.

When you receive your new rates assessment and

Blenheim Councillor Michael Fitzpatrick and Transport Minister Simon Bridges paired up to turn the sod on the upgrade of the latest leg of the Taylor River pathway at Burleigh last weekend.

The extension of the popular riverbank walking-cycleway is jointly funded by the Council and NZTA/ Marlborough Roads.

Using the river floodway reserve, the Council developed the pathway to create an off-road link between residential areas and the schools and as a route into the CBD. “It took some imagination to see that a floodway could also become a popular recreation area but

today it’s one of the town’s assets, used by hundreds of people every day of the week,” says Councillor Fitzpatrick.

The latest stage will improve another 1.2 km of the Taylor River Trail, from New Renwick Road south of Brayshaw Park. Beyond that, the trail becomes a gravel pathway suitable for mountain bikers, joggers and walkers, continuing as far as the Taylor Dam. During his visit, the Transport Minister also inspected the latest leg of the SH1 cycleway, between Grovetown and Spring Creek, another pathway jointly funded by the Council and NZTA.

Positive Ageing – Remember to stay hydrated in hot weather It’s important to drink enough water – especially in the hot weather.

The water content of the body diminishes with age and in older people it’s very easy to dehydrate quickly, without even noticing a thirst.

Older people who drink fluids only when they feel thirsty may not be getting as much water as they need. A poor appetite or poor diet may mean less fluid is being taken in from food.

Fluid intake can drop because of poor memory, immobility, or illness.

Taylor Dam Reserve Closures The Taylor Dam reserve will be closed from Monday 13 to Friday 17 February so that the dam can be inspected to check for any damage resulting from the Kaikoura earthquake.

The 17 metre high dam was built in 1965 with capacity to hold up to seven million cubic metres of water.

It is designed to protect Blenheim from Taylor River floodwaters.

The dam was thoroughly inspected in 2013 after the Seddon earthquakes but no damage was detected.

invoice in August each year, you can be confident the Council will make any adjustment to the amount of your direct debit to ensure your rates are covered. Details of payments will always appear in your bank statement and Council will always let you know of any changes.

Fill out a direct debit form available from the Council, providing the property address and the bank account number from which the rates will be paid. Our Customer Services staff can help you fill out the form if you ask.

Direct debit forms are available from the Marlborough District Council website www. marlborough.govt.nz/Services/Rates/Forms.aspx If you want to know more, phone 03 520 7400 or email your enquiry to mdc@marlborough.govt.nz

The special inspection will be focus on the embankment performance, culvert spillway and outlet condition and auxiliary spillway condition, as they are fundamental to dam safety.

The area will be closed to the public, including campers.

Specialist dam engineers Tonkin and Taylor, the firm already working on an upgrade to the dam spillway, will do the inspection.

The lake water level will be lowered so the outlet culvert can be examined.

Certain medications can also block the thirst mechanism. Chronic dehydration is a serious problem, associated with an increased risk of falls, urinary tract infections, dental disease, broncho-pulmonary disorders, kidney stones, constipation and impaired cognitive function.

Don’t wait until you feel thirsty to have a drink – consider filling a jug each morning and ensure you have consumed the contents each day.

Water is found in fruits and vegetables so eat a nutritionally sound diet to help stay hydrated.

Taylor Dam off limits while safety checks made Eels and other wildlife would be removed to a pool downstream while the work is done.

Downstream water take permit holders are being individually contacted by the Council and the Marlborough Anglers Club is also being informed.

Further details about the dam safety inspection and the arrangements being made to temporarily close the area is available from MDC Council Rivers Section, phone 520 7400.

Cool tots on Picton’s Foreshore

Waitangi Weekend Council Services 2017

The new water feature on Picton’s foreshore is already proving popular. On hot days it’s been full of kids cooling off in the running water.

Suitable for tots and toddlers, the water play area has a spongy non-slip surface and replaces the shallow paddling pool which leaked and was difficult to keep clean.

The project has been funded from a bequest to Council from the estate of the late Clifford Hague, an elderly Christchurch man who always spent his annual summer holiday in Picton.

Refuse, recycling and kerbside collections Kerbside refuse and recycling collection due for pick up on Waitangi Day - Monday 6 February 2017 will be collected on Tuesday 7 February 2017.

Please have your recycling crate and Council rubbish bags placed on the kerb by 7.30 am.

The Resource Recovery Centre, Re-use Centre and transfer stations will be open as per a normal weekday.

Normal opening hours will apply on Saturday 4 February 2017.

Community News

– Blenheim Senior Citizens Club

Blenheim Senior Citizens Club is a social club for senior citizens that meets the first and third Thursdays of each month, 2.00 pm at the

Marlborough District Council PO Box 443 Blenheim 7240 New Zealand

The landfill site will be open between 8.00 am and midday only.

Marlborough District Council Blenheim Office Monday 6 February 2017 – CLOSED. Marlborough District Library and Picton Library and Service Centre Open Saturday 4 & Sunday 5 February. Closed on Monday 6 February.

Bus Service There will be no service on Monday 6 February.

Normal Saturday hours will apply on 4 February.

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

Senior Citizen’s Hall. They offer a variety of activities including a guest speaker. For more information contact Ph: 03 578 7767.

6

The Sun

Friday February 3, 2017

txt

talk

The Sun To all Blenheim residents I double dare you to invite someone who is not from here to dinner despite race, religion, gender or age. ~Someone fed up with racists

Give up!

I’m in Hinds 15mins south of Ashburton, great wee place, out playing pool, staying at the loft, went to buy smoke’s, $28 for a 20 pack, give up!!

UB40 Hi to the person who thought the first two bands were better than UB40, UB40 were way better, New Zealand bands are tops, but not that night, sorry!!

I agree I agree with Letter to Editor ‘Breakfast TV’ (Sun, Feb 1).

Why is there such a long spell over the January period on TV with no morning news?

Surely they can get temporary staff if the main presenters want time off.

Although really isn’t this their job and livelihood?

News does keep happening on a daily basis!

With that ratings war between TV One and 3 wouldn’t this be an ideal time for one of them to jump in and take advantage?

Slow learners.

Kmart Nelson...

There are shops in Blenheim, and I am in town often, and shopping isn’t the only thing in life...

However, there are still not the shops or availability of goods here, or the competitive prices you get at bigger chains.

Even the Warehouse has deteriorated often not carrying the cheapest price or merchandise you require....Kmart is needed here.

Support Donald The new president is doing, what for so long has been wanted and spoken of.

Ignore the politics, some private US television channels.

So much internet international facts ignored; anyone without a cause in life jumps in for a spot on the news screen.

So sad.

I for one want security for our home, lifestyle and kin first and foremost, even here!

Ministers choice!

The salmon farms have a mountain of infected matter on the sea floor, all marine life endangered.

Moving means no clean up obligations!

Brilliant political escape.

Hoodwinked by the salmon kings again.

I no longer eat salmon- why? Hmmm.

In regards to the person requesting save water.

I can’t help noticing a place in Ida St near Redwood corner and a bus stop where water is always running into the drain, 24/7, even when it’s not raining.

It’s been like it for months.

Certainly a lot of wasted water .

Marlborough should build a sports stadium with plenty of carparks.

It could host both concerts/sports etc with easy access to everyone.

Stadium 2000 Best pool with cleanest water and excellent staff and facilities.

Congratulations to all the staff.

Stuff I honestly wonder what Stuff would have done for news if Trump hadn’t got elected.

That’s all we hear about now.

He was voted in by the people remember.

Poor dog Is that dog ever let off its chain in Spring Creek?

What a life.

Maybe a silly question Given traffic diversions because of the earthquake does anyone else’s house shake like mad when these trailer trucks go like the clappers all day and night down Lansdowne St? They need a speed camera.

Dog owner - the shame is on you Spare a thought I have been thinking of all those working on repairing the roads and rail since the Kaikoura quake.

With on going shakes and weather to contend with my thoughts are with you all in the coming months.

Hours of dog barking Save water

Sports stadium

Can the owner of the large dog just off Redwood Street please stop your dog barking constantly all day.

Noise control and animal control notified on numerous occasions.

Come on owners of dog please have some consideration for all your neighbours and also the poor dog that is left alone.

You are really not being fair!

Praise to firefighters, pilots, police and others for sterling work recently.

Your success in containing fires is greatly admired.

However, no praise for people who walk dogs in Harling Park and don’t pick up their dog’s faeces.

Fresh and dried droppings are disgusting.

Near the entrance at 7.30am on Tuesday was a fresh deposit of dog poo.

Thoughtless dad Next time you cycle with your little children, ride behind them so you can see them, it’s surely easier for you to keep up.

Your little son was frantically and very tearfully calling to you to wait for him, he couldn’t pedal any faster poor little chap.

I don’t even know if a child that age should be on the road. Shocking.

NMA NelsoN MArlborough Audit ltd SpecialiSt independent audit ServiceS

ph Simon 021 295 6043 or email simon@nma-audit.co.nz

w w w .n ma-audit .co.nz

txt talk of the week New bike track What a fabulous bike track from Grove Road Bridge out to Spring Creek and back!

I’ll be repeating that very soon.

Many thanks to all who got that going... looking forward to the next stage !

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.

Got an important issue to share with Marlborough?

Text your thoughts to: 027 242 5266

Rural fire brigade Thank you to the rural fire brigade for hosing the Henry Street bridge with elderly adults walking to their cars from the awesome water slide event with the youth trust.

Txt talk I really enjoy reading the txt talk each week and am finding there are some interesting topics being discussed.

A forum for people to air their thoughts - good and not so good!

NMA Nelson Marlborough Audit Ltd specialise in the provision of independent audit and audit related services across Nelson and Marlborough. Both the company, and the Director Simon Danson are recognised as qualified auditors in accordance with CAANZ (Chartered Accountants Australia New Zealand). Simon has provided audit services for over 25 years, with the last 11 being spent in a Simon Danson senior role at the largest provider of audit services in the Nelson/Marlborough region. Simon’s vision is to provide high quality, comprehensive, independent audit services at a cost-effective price, he understands the importance of a local auditor with local knowledge and experience.

The company uses modern audit specific software enabling the delivery of efficient and cost-effective audit services. The recent changes to the Financial Reporting Act have meant new reporting obligations for both for-profit and not-for-profit entities - with some significant impacts. NMA can help ensure you meet these new requirements. What may have been acceptable before may no longer be the case. Ultimately, clients of NMA can rest assured their business and statutory audit or review requirements are fully met.

The Sun

Friday February 3, 2017

ON NOW! Ends Monday 6th February 2017

7

8

Friday February 3, 2017

The Sun

WHAT’S ON IN MARLBOROUGH

- WEEKEND EVENT GUIDE Friday 3

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

67 Market Street.

Eastern States Speedway Saloon Showdown. Pak Lims Road.

7pm race start.

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

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

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

Omaka Maize Maze Dog Point Rd, 5-8pm. Admission costs are $9 for adults, children 4 years and over $6 and Family (2 Adults, 2 kids) $28.

Chain Reaction Havelock Town Hall, cnr Main Rd & Inglis St. 8pm today, Saturday 8pm and Sunday 4pm.

Adults $18, Seniors and students $15, Children under 14 $10, door sales available.

Hot Art in Havelock The Gallery Havelock, open 10am-4pm, seven days a week. Enjoy browsing some of the excellent art on show from talented local artists. Come and have a look in the friendly little gallery at 60 Main Road, Havelock.

The Diversion Gallery Open 12pm-5pm, Wednesday–Saturdays, 10 London Quay, Picton. Ph 573 7376 or 027 440 8121 or www.thediversion.co.nz.

The Edwin Fox Ship Visitor Centre open every day from 9am, a great all weather and family friendly activity. Come and explore the decks and the depths of the ship. Dunbar wharf, on Picton foreshore. For more information call Karen 573 6868.

Heritage 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.

Through the Lens Detour Gallery, 67 Market St. Showcasing the diversity of art produced by four different photographers based in Marlborough.

5.30-7.30pm.

If you have an event email Lacy at The Sun office@blenheimsun.co.nz

Marlborough Museum Brayshaw Heritage Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place. Open 10am–4pm daily. Fran Maguire Pottery – Exhibition extended due to popular demand. New Exhibition - Fads and Frills, Junior fashion 1900-1960. Phone: 578-1712.

EcoWorld Aquarium and Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre New - 3 Little Blue Penguins in our Rehabilitation Centre, 2 abandoned after the 7.8 Kaikoura Earthquake. Meet the locals at EcoWorld on our 11am and 2pm wildlife and rehab presentations. Picton Foreshore.

Knox & Tannock - Digital Undergrowth Exhibition Millennium Public Art Gallery, cnr Alfred and Seymour St. The collaborative exhibition - juxtaposing stark slice of life images with graphite drawings. Daily till 19 March.

Saturday 4 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.

Eastern States Speedway Saloon Showdown Finals. Streetstocks Open Champs. Pak Lims Road. 6pm start.

Omaka Maize Maze Dog Point Rd, 10am till 8pm. Admission costs are $9 for adults, children 4 years and over $6 and Family (2 Adults, 2 kids) $28.

Marlborough Artisan Market Wynen St car park, 9am-1pm. Lots of choice for everyone. Food, coffee, jewellery, preserves, veggies, art, crafts and more.

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

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

Blenheim Menz Shed 4 Dillons Point Road. Open 9am-12pm Sat and 1-4pm on Mon and Thurs. Building relationships and sharing skills. We are in the process of expanding our woodworking shed with a new, fully equipped, engineering workshop, and we welcome new members of all ages. Ph Trevor 570 5064.

Vintage Farm Machinery 10am-3pm, open every day. Brayshaw Park guided tours available, Sunday-Thomas Tank Engine rides. Ph Doris 579 4357.

Picton Men’s Shed “Where men can do what men do best” 9am-12pm and Wednesday 9am-4pm.

Phone Rex Green 021 469 191.

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

Sunday 5 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.

Marlborough Farmers’ Market A&P Showgrounds, Cnr Maxwell and Alabama Rds, 9am-12noon. 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 Wednesday and Sunday, please confirm for travel. Ph Mary 572 8762.

Round’A’Mini Golf Picton Picton Foreshore, 10am Saturday and Sunday, 10am.

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

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 anyone of any age can go to http://www.parkrun.co.nz/blenheim.

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

Blenheim Rotary Car Boot Sale Every Saturday 8am–12.30pm at the Railway Station car park, Grove Rd. Club Meets Mondays at Clubs of Marlborough. Ph Andy 578 2272 or 021 842 928.

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

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

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

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

Ulysses Club Ride Lunch ride to Jolly Roger at Waikawa, Picton. 11.30am.

Sunday Outdoor Yoga The Vines Village, 10–11am. Join Carmena Su for a fun, dynamic yet relaxing 1-hour yoga class, bring your own mat or a towel. $15 cash only.

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

Omaka Maize Maze Dog Point Rd, 10am till 5pm. Admission costs are $9 for adults, children 4 years and over $6 and Family (2 Adults, 2 kids) $28.

Up and coming Monday 6 February Waitangi Day Celebrations Waikawa Marae, Powhiri 10am. There will be a number of family activities, games, a korero on the Whare Tupuna, arts and crafts. Performances from locals and our kapa haka group, plus stalls, and kai.

Brayshaw Heritage Park Open Day All the heritage societies at Brayshaw Heritage Park will be open to the public, plus there will be outdoor displays, 10am-4pm, gold coin donation.

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.

Marlborough Embroiderers Guild displays of hussifs. At the old Tuamarina Hall at Brayshaw Heritage park 10am3pm.

Tuesday 7 February Lloyd Webber to Puccini ASB Theatre, 2 Hutcheson Street, 7:30pm.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear two of the finest singers Marlborough has produced. Tickets from ticketdirect.

PINT & PUNT

EVERY WEEK AT THE WOODY

Every weekday 2pm - 5pm

FRIDAY - High Viz Happy Hour 2.30pm - 5.30pm

ONLY $10 Includes a handle of your choice or glass of wine & $4 Ezybet!

THURSDAY - Happy Hour 5.30pm - 7.30pm SATURDAY - Super Jugs $12 ALL DAY! SUNDAY - $15 Sunday Roast & Social Club Happy Hour 3pm - 6pm

Ask about our functions and fundrising events

80 High Street, Renwick, Marlborough Phone 03 572 8007 www.woodbournetavern.co.nz info@woodbournetavern.co.nz

TAB & Pokie Machines - Bottle-O Bottle Store - Heaps of easy parking - Courtesy van available

5 minutes with:

Friday February 3, 2017

Nadine Taylor Councillor - Marlborough District Council, Sounds ward.

Q A Q A Q A

W h a t ’s y o u r m o s t annoying habit?

Going over the fine-print, line by line.

One of my best holidays was...

A family holiday to Rarotonga. The boys were the perfect age to make the most of the swimming, snorkelling and adventure.

What ’s your fondest childhood memory?

One of my fondest is of the summer holidays we spent camping at Marfell’s Beach.

Q A Q A Q A

What’s your favourite meal?

My all-time favourite meal is roast lamb with all the vegetables, the way my mum cooks it.

My guilty TV pleasure is .....

The Deadliest Catch – it’s a programme best watched in the safe warmth of home.

What’s your greatest fear?

Something terrible happening to my family…a far distant second would be big spiders.

Q A Q A Q A

How do you want to be remembered?

As someone who put their best effort into whatever they did, achieved their goals, and was happy and positive.

Who would you love to share a meal with and why?

I’d love to share a meal with Rick Stein, the famous seafood chef.

What is the one thing people don’t know about you?

I’ve just recently completed a level two certificate in Te Ara Reo Maori through Te Wananga o Aotearoa at Waikawa Marae.

gardening

this week with Wally Richards

Garden pest control

Literacy Marlborough chairperson Liz Collyns and manager Jane Vial outside the new building on Alfred Street

Blessed, opened and welcoming all Story and photo by Celeste Alexander Literacy Marlborough officially opened the doors to its new location on Wednesday following a blessing of the building. A gathering of people turned out to view the new premises, in a building at ‘Criterion Lane’, beside the Alfred Street carpark. Although the name Criterion Lane is not official, an application is currently before Council.

Manager Jane Vial, chairperson Liz Collyns, staff and tutors welcomed mayor John Leggett, councillor Laressa Shenfield and members from local community organisations to the opening celebration.

Memories were shared between tutors who have been with Literacy Marlborough for many years and staff welcomed other organisations through, keen to set up direct relationships with them.

The blessing of the building was done by

Archdeacon Mabel Grennell and a special waiata was written by Nan Chadwick and performed for the opening.

“This waiata was written to represent how language, colour and culture all come together as one, beating as one heart,” Nan told the crowd.

Jane says the new premises provides better wheelchair access and visibility in its CBD location.

“It’s a lovely space with a welcoming feel and we hope people will come in, see it for themselves and find out more about Literacy Marlborough.”

Literacy Marlborough has 14 tutors, paid and voluntary. The office is open Monday, Wednesday and Fridays although it’s also ‘open to suit’, Jane says.

“We can be here early at 8am or 7pm at night, depending on the need,” she says.

Gardening can be fraught with problems and it can even be worse for the novice gardener.

Insect pests that feed on our plants can ruin our crops and dehydrate foliage sometimes leading to the demise of the plants.

The question then arises what can be used to control insect pests that are not poisons?

Harmless compounds that break down or lacerate the soft bodies of insects such as Diatomaceous Earth which can be sprayed over aphids, it lacerates the insect’s soft bodies causing infection to set in and kill them.

The difficulty is keeping DE suspended in your sprayer.

Also for aphids there is fatty acids such as the old yellow sunlight soap bars which you lather up in warm water and spray over them. The acids in the soap break down the soft bodies and they die.

You may remember people emptying the old copper boiler, after washing clothes, over their roses when the water cooled.

Insect pests find their host plants by either smell or the light waves radiating off the plants so if we disguise these two aspects the pests will fly on by.

Growing smelly plants as marigolds around the plant you wish to protect can confuse some insects such as whitefly.

Neem Oil and Neem Granules have a strong smell and they can also help with that aspect.

Neem Oil sprayed over the foliage of plants alters the light waves radiating off the plant which can also assist.

Some strong smelling fish based liquid plant foods will also perform both the smell and light aspects.

The recent development of using silica to strengthen the cells of tomatoes etc against the psyllids making it too tough for the nymphs to feed works a treat.

Neem Oil which is natural and is not

a poison which controls insect pests by switching off their ability to feed so they starve to death, or it prevents their ability to instar, which means they cannot go to the next stage in their life cycle.

This makes it very safe for us to use and also it does not harm beneficial insects as they do not feed on plants.

Another natural control is pyrethrum which comes from the pyrethrum daisy, the essence affects the nervous system of insects and fish and kills them.

Not a poison and so not a health concern to us. Pyrethrum is quickly broken down by sunlight and often is gone within 2 hours of exposure to sun.

A new brand is now available called Wallys Super Pyrethrum which is so concentrated that it is used at only 1 mil per 2 litres of water thus the 100ml bottle makes up 200 litres of normal use spray.

I say normal garden use because you can also mix at 2.5 mils to a litre for spraying under eaves for spiders or indoors for flies, fleas etc. That is called Commercial Strength.

If you use normal strength with Neem Tree Oil on your plants then you have a quick knock down with a control for about a week from the oil.

The disadvantage of the pyrethrum is it will also kill beneficial insects that are hit or come in contact with it while still active.

This makes it another good reason to use only just before dark so bees are back home in their hives and by the time they get out in the morning the sun will have neutralised the pyrethrum.

Those wanting to protect fruit from Guava moth grubs could also spray fruit with it and Neem Oil before sunset and likely kill the moths when they lay their eggs with the Neem Oil taking out the grubs later when they hatch out.

Email wallyjr@gardenews.co.nz Web site www.gardenews.co.nz

9

10

The Sun

Friday February 3, 2017

farming Marlborough

Forces unite for farmers Agstaff lead the way in Kaikoura recovery initiative The Ministry for Primary Industries has contracted Agstaff and Federated Farmers to manage the Kaikoura earthquake skilled workers initiative.

Farmers who need labour assistance with repairs, as a result of November’s seismic event, can call 0800 FARMING (327 646) to be matched with skilled workers and volunteers. The lines have been inundated with offers from volunteers and Agstaff is now looking to source skilled farm workers to help progress the project into the recovery phase.

“The response from volunteers for this project has been amazing and we are still taking registrations of interest via 0800 FARMING. However, as we move further into the recovery phase, we require

experienced workers for the more technical jobs: fencing, dairy, and water reticulation to name a few,” said Agstaff Project Manager, Trina Moore.

“As a Canterbury-based recruitment company, we are delighted to have the opportunity to share our industry knowledge and assist with the recovery initiative,” said Trina.

“We are now looking for skilled workers who are willing to work with us on a casual basis to get specialist jobs completed and earthquake affected farms up and running again.”

Agstaff will oversee and organise worker health and safety inductions and training, establish contracts to reflect current industry rates, coordinate travel to the site, and reimburse some costs to volunteers.

The initiative is funded by the government through the Ministry for Primary Industries, Federated Farmers, and Agstaff. The initiative will run for the next four months or until all funds are completely exhausted. The 0800 FARMING number is managed by Federated Farmers and is the first point of contact for farmers seeking to register their needs and for volunteers and skilled workers to register their interest.

This centralised resource has been active since the November earthquake and is critical to matching farmers needs with the best skilled workers or volunteers for the job.

All calls for assistance are open to members and non-members of Federated Farmers and are answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Pea straw fundraiser Alzheimers Marlborough will be fundraising this month by selling baled pea straw. Orders are currently being taken as

Blenheim Building Centre | 41 Houldsworth Street, Blenheim 7201 | t: 03 578 3049 e: trade@blenheimitm.co.nz | www.facebook.com/itmblenheim/

Vineyard Machinery Experts Great reputation.

Quality work.

Let BNC get the WHOLE job done, first time, every-time.

bales are limited, get your order in to avoid disappointment. Contact the Alzheimers Centre on 577 6172.

Rural fuel delivery Marlborough bulk fuel supply second to none Marlborough’s farmers and rural residents can rely on RD Petroleum’s premium delivery service for bulk fuel supply that is fast, efficient, cost effective and delivered on time, every time.

Experience the RD Petroleum difference.

Call today for a free quote

0219 55 367

South Island wide

0800 44 00 14

www.rdp.co.nz

The Sun

Friday February 3, 2017

farming Marlborough

Cultivation demo

Lynda, Simon and Tom Harvey of Glen Orkney, the Westpac and Bayleys Marlborough Sheep & Beef Farmer of the year winners from the Awatere Valley, are hosting a public field day on February 16. Photo provided.

Top farming family to host field day A high country farming family that won the inaugural Westpac Bayleys Marlborough Sheep and Beef Farmer of the Year competition last year will be opening their farm to show why they are the region’s top sheep and beef farmers.

The winners, Awatere Valley merino sheep and angus cattle breeders Simon, Lynda and Tom Harvey will be hosting a public field day on Thursday February 16 at their property, Glen Orkney, Stronsay Woolshed.

Go along and discover how the business has found their wool-meat financial sweet spot through a focus on financial and animal performance, business and land management, and social and family responsibilities.

The day will include registrations and morning tea from 10am and the field day will start promptly at 10.30am.

Lunch will be at 12.30pm, take along your own lunch, a barbecue and refreshments will be provided at the conclusion of the day.

Four wheel drive vehicles only for the farm tour, which will be weather dependent.

To register your interest in attending the field day, email Theresa.Laws@beeflambnz.com with names and numbers attending.

If you are contemplating the purchase of a new tractor or cultivation gear, then there is a demonstration day in March you should be marking on the calendar.

The team at Gordon Handy Machinery Ltd are looking forward to showcasing their tractors and machinery at their Cultivation Demo Day on March 15.

Mark Allison and Russell Paterson of Gordon Handy Machinery Ltd are part of the team hosting the Demo day.

Photo by Celeste Alexander

CULTIVATION DEMO - 15 MARCH TH

Put our range of agricultural cultivation equipment to the test!

Featuring equipment from John Deere, Alpego, Gascon, Pottinger, and more!

WHEN & WHERE: • Wednesday 15th March • 10am - 3pm • Brownlee’s property, State Highway 6, 4km in on the Renwick side of Havelock.

Sign posted on the day.

Stay tuned for a Viticulture specific demo in Spring.

Or, ask us about a private demo at your place!

New Zealand’s premier product supplier for the management of water & water-based waste

51 Main Street, Blenheim P. 03 579 1332 F. 03 579 1318 www.hynds.co.nz

Russell Paterson: 027 457 7889 Mark Allison: 027 554 4349 Steve Loffhagen: 021 479 388

4 Warwick St, Blenheim Ph 03 579 1111 www.gordonhandy.co.nz

11

12

The Sun

Friday February 3, 2017

EXPERTS

Ca

rt e p x E ll the

s

l e i f r i e in th

GR LAWRENCE LTD Excavations, Earthworks Contractors & Carriers Registered Drainlayers

d

Polished Concrete Floors Bringing Concrete Floors to LIFE using HUSQVARNA Hyper Floor System

AVAILABLE FOR HIRE

Diggers, Tip Trucks, Bulldozers, Grader, Loaders & Concreting Equipment

WE SUPPLY

Gravel, Rock, Precast Septic Tanks

TREE WORkz

Tree & Branch Removal, HD Chipper, Chipper Mulch Supplies

SPECIALISING IN

Holes for poles: ie 300 to 600 diameter, Septic Tank Installations, Driveways, House Sites, Access Roading and Maintenance.

HAVELOCK 574 2097 CELLULAR 021 731 090 or 021 502 992 QUARRY HAVELOCk 574 2227 EMAIL: nissan.mack@xtra.co.nz

• Cutting of floor slabs using a SOFF CUT Saw • Core Drilling • Floor Sawing • Wall Sawing Up to 264mm • Decorative Cutting • Floor Grinding & Polishing Contact Alastair Ph: 027 432 9455 PO Box 5136, Springlands, Blenheim

marLBorough CutrItE ConCrEtE sErvICEs Based in Marlborough 100% Owned and Operated

DOMINATOR! GARAGE DOORS MARLBOROUGH’S GARAGE DOOR SPECIALIST – with over 50years experience –

We Service Garage Doors & Auto Openers.

Our commitment to on-going design and functionality improvements keeps our doors safe, reliable and secure.

State of the art, personalised security options are standard.

See us for...

• Tilting• Rolling • Sectional Doors • Garage Door & Gate Openers 41 Grove Road, Blenheim • Ph: (03) 578 8251 • Email:sales@domblen.co.nz

Truck, Digger and Bobcat hire Blair 027 618 8654

The Sun

Classifieds Advertising Ph 03 577 7868

public notice LEAGUES - Ten Pin Leagues available for Seniors and Juniors Monday nights.

Blenheim Indoor Sports Phone 5784851 to register

W R ITI N G a book?

We print and publish books and e-books.

No-obligation discussion. 03 5794709, www. prismaprint.co.nz info@ prismaprint.co.nz

Blenheim Salvation Army

Toy Library Cnr George & Henry Street

OPEN

Tues 10 - 11.30am Wed 3.15 - 4.30pm Fri 10am - 4.30pm all welcome

Waikawa Marae

for sale

health & beauty

FORD MONDEO 19 9 9, $ 13 0 0 o n o.

192000k’s, great cond i t i o n. Ph o n e 0 212313946.

LOOK Great for Summer! The Virtual Gastric Band. Safe and Effective. www.scopehypnosis.com

VI N E YA R D N E TTING on Indac reels. $125 each. Phone 578 6856.

public notice

IRONING SERVICE

Laundry basket - $35

public notice

Nu-Look Clothing Alterations and Repairs

Quality tailoring at competitive prices Ph/txt Christine 021 703 020 / 579 5267 Same day service Blenheim

Piles of ironing I can clear it for you.

Call or txt Chrissy 021 568 850

Kei Puta Te Wairau An exhibition showcasing Rangitane o Wairau

Blenheim Judo Beginner courses start Tuesday, February 14 for 9 weeks

Monday 6th February 2017 10am powhiri - gather at the gateway Nau mai, haere mai!

Story of the Wharenui Entertainment Kapa haka

Juniors (from 7yrs) 4.30pm, seniors 7pm Juniors $35, seniors $50, first session no charge

Instructor - Shayne Jacks 2nd Dan Ph: Judy 03 571 6373 / judy@rai.co.nz Facebook – Blenheim Judo Club

Two Strong Men & A Truck Available by the hour.

Can also do single item pick-up & delivery in Blenheim region.

Phone 577 8089 or 027 558 3260 Winz quotes available

Te Pou Whakawhirinaki o Aotearoa

Marlborough

Call for volunteers!

Are you • Interested in helping your community • Of an enquiring mind • Comfortable with computers • Willing to keep learning • Able to give half a day per week to this worthwhile community service?

Interested? Come along to...

Introduction to Citizens Advice Bureau Friday 10 February 2017, 1:00pm-3:00pm Marlborough Community Centre (off Farmers carpark)

To register or for more information please phone CAB Marlborough 5784272.

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

LEARN TO BELLY DANCE

At Dance on Grove Sunday Feb 12 Phone: 021 123 6237

Ryan Lawnmowing Blenheim Renwick Picton

Phone/Txt 022 322 6515 or 03 575 6789

GARAGE

SALES Have some junk that could be treasure?

DON’T THROW IT OUT! Advertise a garage sale today and turn trash into cash

situations vacant

GARDENER – PART TIME

Please phone the office on 578 5300, text Jason Tripe on 027 043 427 12421 or email admin@jtcviticulture.co.nz

Responsible for maintaining school gardens and planting, weed control etc.

It would be an added advantage if candidates are in a position to carry on back-up caretaker roles from time to time.

Apply in writing to principal@witherlea.school.nz

by Friday 10th February 2017.

www.vintageharvesters.co.nz

Also now working weekends

PAKnSAVE Blenheim Nightfill Supervisor We are looking for a Nightfill Supervisor to join our team at PAKnSAVE Blenheim.

The position is full time, Sunday Thursday with two days being sole charge of the Nightfill operations.

Casual Stevedores - Picton We are seeking applications from reliable, hardworking individuals interested in being part of our Picton based Stevedoring team in the loading of log vessels at Shakespeare Bay. The work is irregular with no guaranteed hours and is best suited to individuals who are seeking to supplement their income with part-time or occasional work which can fit around their other responsibilities. These are casual positions and the hours are subject to the demands of 24/7 shipping.

To be considered you will have: • A good work history (hardworking, punctual and reliable) • A positive team approach to work • Safety awareness and knowledge • Flexibility around the hours you can work In addition to the above, preference will be given to applicants with previous stevedoring or heavy plant experience (eg cranes or diggers). A high degree of physical fitness is required to work in this environment.

Please apply as soon as possible by completing a Port Nelson Application Form which can be found on the Port Employment page of our website www.portnelson.co.nz.

For more information phone Jacqui on 03 539 3834.

We operate a drug and alcohol testing programme.

ARE YOU A GOOD ORGANISER AND COMMUNICATOR? DO YOU ENJOY THE RURAL DIVERSITY OF MARLBOROUGH?

You will need to be a good team player, have excellent communication skills and be focused on working hard.

Some supermarket or supervisory experience is preferred.

Please apply by emailing your CV and a cover letter by Monday 13th February to dianne.black@paknsave-si.co.nz All applicants must be a NZ citizen or hold a current work visa.

Harvester and Tractor Operators for 2017 Grape Harvest Valley Harvesting operates a modern fleet of harvesters and tractors throughout the Marlborough District.

We are currently seeking experienced harvester and tractor operators. You will need a minimum of a Class 1 driver’s licence to operate a tractor and Class 1 with “W” endorsement to operate a harvester.

We anticipate work will run from mid March to mid April. Preference will be given to applicants with prior vintage experience.

Operators must be available to work extended hours and weekends.

Tim Leslie 021 544 070 Email: timl@valleyharvesting.co.nz

SECRETARY/MANAGER

Part-time position supplying secretarial services to the committee; Organisation and running of the annual Marlborough A & P Show in November For a detailed job description please contact the President: Chris Jones Phone: 03 5724884 or 021 419 591 Email: valleyview630@ihug.co.nz Applications close: Friday 17 February 2017

To advertise your business, call Lacy (03) 5777 868 Wednesday Sun The

Ph 5777 868

2017 Grape Harvest Tractor & Harvester Drivers Vintage Harvesters operates a modern fleet of harvesters and tractors throughout the Marlborough District.

We are looking for experienced harvester and tractor drivers. You will need a minimum of a class 1 driver’s licence for tractor driving and a wheels endorsement for harvester driving.

We anticipate work will commence approximately midMarch and finishing mid-April. Drivers must be available for extended hours and weekends.

IF SO, THE MARLBOROUGH AGRICULTURAL AND PASTORAL ASSOCIATION NEED YOU

entertainment

13

situations vacant

5 Hours/Week

Featuring displays from local artists Paora Mackie & Clarry Neame and an exhibition of Rangitane taonga from Marlborough Museum.

A day bringing everyone together.

work wanted

Text for Free pickup/delivery Blenheim

Rangitane House Foyer, February 8-10, 2017

Waitangi Day Celebrations Te Rã Whakakotahi

Friday February 3, 2017

Sun

Blenheim Marlborough

The

Blenheim Marlborough

MAINTENANCE MANAGER

FULLTIME PERMANENT POSITION This is a rewarding and vital role to oversee all installation, repair and the upkeep of the company’s facilities and equipment. This is a Monday to Friday position however you will be required to be “on call” by phone for any after-hours maintenance issues.

KEY TASKS • Responsible for the repair and maintenance of buildings, plant and equipment • Ability and experience in interior painting is a requirement • The ability to problem solve and think outside the square • Be proactive in our health and safety programme and ensure our policy is followed • An understanding of plumbing, building and or electrical systems would be an advantage • Responsible for our internal audits and compliance schedule • Ordering and distribution of supplies

Please call at reception for an application form or email ross@ashwoodpark.co.nz Applications close 7/2/2017

14

The Sun

Friday February 3, 2017

Businesses’ environment contribution Judging for the Cawthron Marlborough Environment Awards is now complete and entrants, sponsors, and the community are looking forward to the awards evening on March 31 in Blenheim.

This awards season there are 22 organisations entered across six categories including Farming, Wine Industry Innovation, Business Innovation, Community Innovation, Landscape and Habitat, and the all-new Marine category.

Cawthron Institute Trust chair Bob Dickinson said the science organisation is proud to be supporting the awards and extends his congratulations to all entrants.

“Here at Cawthron we focus on enabling industry growth while enhancing environments. Many entrants for these Cawthron Marlborough Environment Awards are doing just that and we applaud them for their commitment and achievements.

“All the finalists have made a positive difference to our environment,” Bob says.

The Cawthron Marlborough Environment awards are held every two years and supported by the Cawthron Institute, Marlborough District Council and local sponsors. The aim is to showcase businesses or community projects that are good for the environment.

The Cawthron Trust is particularly pleased at the addition of a new category for sustainable use and care of the marine environment.

This new category has attracted four quality entries from MDC Cruising Guide, Outward Bound, CraMac 5, and Sanford.

Following the awards evening, locals will get the opportunity to see what impressed the judges by attending open field days. Category winners host these during April and May to share their knowledge and experience.

“The field days provide the public with a greater understanding of the positive environmental work local organisations are engaged in. It’s also an excellent networking opportunity for businesses to meet others who are at the top of their game in the region.”

In 2015, NZ Dryland won the supreme award for their research into growing hardwood eucalyptus species that could replace chemically treated vineyard posts.

This particular venture began after a 2003 awards field day when an organic winegrower said they were importing hardwood posts from Australia, but would rather have a New Zealand supplier. This conversation sowed the seed for NZ Dryland Forests, and it is now a multi-million-dollar project.

The Sun

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

Nativity Anglican Church 76 Alfred Street, Blenheim.

All welcome to our services Sunday - 8am Traditional Eucharist Service 10am - Family Service Thursday - 10am Communion Service

St. Christopher’s Anglican

The Sun

Births This Week

Death Notices

BEST, Persia Anahera:

BARKER, Tania Kathleen: January 28, 2017

BOULT, Bobby Thomas: (6lb 13oz) January 20, 2017

CARROLL, Judith Ruth (Jude, Judy, Patch): January29, 2017

MANIHERA-THOMPSETT, Maiden Jay:

DUNLOP, Kathleen (Kath and Wink): January 26, 2017

MARTIN, Hunter James:

EDWARDS, Bruce Ferguson: January 19, 2017

(8lb 1oz) January 27, 2017

(6lb 10oz) January 24, 2017

Sunday 9.00am: Traditional Sunday 4.00pm: church at four Wednesday 10am: Communion

(7lb 9oz) January 25, 2017

McKAY, Maia-Rose Lillian:

O’REILLY, John Patrick: January 30, 2017

92 Weld Street, Redwoodtown 578 0139

SMITH, Finn James:

RHODES, Russell John (Russ): January 26, 2017

UNDERWOOD, Georgia Rae: (6lb 14oz) January 25, 2017

ROCKS, Helen Twelftree: January 27, 2017

WILSON-BALDICK, Jasper Alex James:

TAYLOR, Mary Deirdre (nee Casey): February 1, 2017

CHURCH SERVICES 10:00am Every Sunday

(7lb 4oz) January 24, 2017

(9lb 10oz) January 12, 2017

(10lb) January 10, 2017

4 Alana Place Witherlea Shopping Centre

WHITE, Judith Lilian (Jude) (nee Blake): January 28, 2017

In Memoriam

All Welcome JESUS IS THE ANSWER

Remember your lost loved one on their anniversary.

Relay for Life correction The Sun earlier reported that registrations for the Relay for Life Marlborough event will close today, when in fact they will continue until very close to the date, Saturday March 11. We apologise for this error.

Wish them a happy birthday in the Sun Call (03) 5777 868 to book your ad.

Wednesday

ADVERTISING TERMS & CONDITIONS All advertisements are subject to the approval of Blenheim Sun newspaper. Advertisements are positioned entirely at the option of The Publisher & no guarantee of placement is given. Applicable loadings apply only to the specific placement of strip or island advertisements. Placement & approval is at the discretion of The Publisher. While every effort will be made to publish as instructed, The Publisher accepts no liability for any loss caused through loss or misplacement. The Publisher reserves the right to reject any advertisement considered unsuitable for publication. Advertisements will be charged on the size of the material supplied or the space ordered whichever is the greater. It is the responsibility of the Advertiser or Advertising Agent to notify Blenheim Sun newspaper of any error within 24 hours of its publication. The Publisher is not responsible for recurring errors. To obtain a classified space order (defined as annual commitment of advertising space or spend) please speak to your advertising representative. (Surcharges may apply if commitment levels are not met or cancellation of a space booking & or contract). Cancellation: neither display nor classified cancellations will be accepted after the booking deadline. No credits will be issued to classified package buys that have commenced their series. If an advertiser at any time fails to supply copy within the deadline, it is understood & agreed that the last copy supplied will be repeated. Specific terms & conditions apply to certain classifications. These may relate to either requirements & conditions set by industry standards for the advertising of certain goods & services, or set by The Publisher. Please speak to your advertising representative to obtain a full copy of these. Advertisers agree that all advertisements published by Blenheim Sun newspaper may also appear on a relevant website.

C R O S S W O R D Puzzle CROSSWORD ACROSS 1. Fragility (11) 7. Grossly overcharges (7) 11. Faint (5) 12. Get rid of (7) 13. Extinguish light (5) 14. Provide(tower) with battlements (9) 15. Put aside (2,3,4,6) 16. Sailors (6) 18. Thug (7) 21. Dispatch (4) 23. Smear (3) 25. Statute (3) 27. Scold (4) 28. Provides (7) 30. Calm (6) 32. Unrefined mineral (3) 33. Expert (3) 34. Memorandum-book (6) 35. Blather (7) 36. Gemstone (4) 37. et cetera(Abbr) (3) 39. Limit (3) 41. Enfold (4) 43. Hearing distance (7) 45. Swapped (6) 48. Requiring great strength (9) 49. Plunged headlong (9)

The deadline is Monday 5.00pm.

Please contact the Sun for further details.

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

friday fact

The skull is made up of 29 different bones.

By Russell McQuarters

51. Contempt (5) 52. Closest to (7) 53. Hidden riches; treasure ... (5) 54. Made certain (7) 55. Qualified drug dispensers DOWN 1. Fundamental (5) 2. Out of action (11) 3. Offered (8) 4. Charm (6) 5. Follow (5) 6. Flaunt (4,3) 7. Final (8) 8. More neat (6) 9. Rolled pork (with stuffing) (7) 10. Shiny (5) 16. Retainer (7) 17. Recount (7) 19. Beneath (5) 20. Just coming into existence (7) 22. Resided (7) 24. Busy insect (3) 26. Tiny (3) 29. Proportion (5) 31. Prompt (11)

32. Lyric poem (3) 33. Beer (3) 38. Swayed dangerously (8) 40. Emotional (8) 42. Inquisitive (7) 44. Tanning device (3,4) 46. SEE 15 ACROSS. 47. Habit (5) 48. Speed (5) 49. A full meeting(pl) (5) 50. Considers (5)

SOLUTION Wednesday’s solutions For February 2, 2005

The Sun

SPORT

Friday February 3, 2017

Sport

All aboard the Fed Express The Roger Federer versus Rafael Nadal tennis final was the sort of sports event you stop your life to witness.

Once the Australian Open final was set to feature the two greatest rivals ever in the sport, it was must-see television.

No one would have picked that final before the event started.

Like two weary warriors, both men had struggled with injuries late in 2016. Yet like a good heavyweight title bout, there

always seemed to be one more chapter to write in the storied history.

For me, Federer is my guy. I think you’re either a Federer or Nadal fan.

The Swiss maestro won me over early and I’ve been riding the Fed Express happily ever since.

At 35, most thought his grand slam days were done but when younger contenders like Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic fell to the wayside, it felt like it could

15

be Federer’s chance to shine.

So it proved in a gripping final against his arch rival and friend Rafa.

A five set final which predictably not only lived up to the pre-match hype but exceeded it.

Federer can now go out on his terms.

Safe in the knowledge he can compete and conquer at an age when not many men have in tennis history, Federer proved he is, to me, the greatest player of all time.

SPORTS TALK With ...

Jacob Page

inbrief Cricket report

Wairau defeated Wairau Valley in last Saturday’s final of the SBS Bank Senior Grade Championship competition.

Wairau amassed 222 all out batting first led by 87 from man of the match Chris Turkington along with 75 from Ma’ara Ave. Valley fell well short all out for 114 with Matt Deaker returning the fine bowling figures of five wickets for 33 runs. This Friday sees crucial round nine action in the T20 competition with Wairau Valley taking on Cavaliers and Renwick playing Celtic in games that will most likely decide who takes part in next week’s final. Both games start at 5.15pm at Horton Park.

Picton Football Club The club is holding its annual general meeting on Thursday next week, and needs as many people present as possible. Attending does not mean you have to commit to any jobs or be a part of the committee, organisers say. The club is also looking for help in the following areas: Coaching and Junior Football Coordinator (this is a new position and the main goal is to be the link between the Junior Side of the club and the committee). The meeting is at 7pm at the Crow Tavern, Nelson Square.

Blake Jenkins heads to the finish line

Muddy Buddy Family Rogorgh, winner of Family Cup

Pauline McMahon competing the swimming course

Zac Jenkins

Good number turn out for Waitaria classic tri

www.EasternStatesSpeedway.NET.nz

Article by Celeste Alexander Photos by Lamirana Photography The weather was beautiful and the sun shone bright over those who participated in the Waitaria Classic Tri event last Saturday.

Spokesperson Dianne Dixon says there were about 55 people who took part, which for the area was ‘a good number’.

“We had a perfect day weather wise, everyone was happy and enjoying themselves.

“The Mail Boat brought people out and they were pleased to be involved.”

Winning first place in the individual male category was Raetihi Jon Lee, first place in the individual female was Shannay Harvey and first place in the family category was team ‘Bruno, Katy and Taylor-not-so-Swift’.

“The family category winner, which had two adults and their daughter, was nearly beaten by the Tom’s two family team made up of a 10-year-old girl and her 12-year-old brother.

It was absolutely amazing and so cool to see the fun and excitement for everyone involved,” Dianne says.

Next year’s Waitaria Classic Tri will be its 10th year.

What is the Waitaria Classic Tri? The course involves a 3km kayak, a 4km cycle, a 4km run and a 50metres swim.

For the kids there is the Red Deer Junior Tri event. For ages 10-years and over there is a 2km bike, a 1km run and a 50m swim.

For the under-10’s there is a bike and run circuit and 50m swim.

The event is followed by a barbecue lunch and activities.

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.

Tasman team at sevens Referee Mike Lash, and New Zealand squad members Tone Ng Shiu, Trael Joass and Andrew Knewstubb represented the Tasman rugby region at last weekend’s Wellington leg of the HSBC World Sevens Series.Tone was the only one of Tasman’s playing trio to get game time at the weekend, making his international debut when he was subbed on late in New Zealand’s opening 33-7 pool win over Samoa, while Mike was an assistant referee over the two days of competition. South Africa beat Olympic gold medallists Fiji 26-5 in the Cup final.

RADIATOR SERVICES

MAG & TURBO BLENHEIM & RADIATOR SERVICES

SALOON SHOWDOWN ORTH PADDY N 2NZ FOR THE NEW RACING 7, 2016/201 END!!

K THIS WEE

BLENHEIM

BLE

(1983)

- Cleaning - Recoring - Exchange Radiators - Customised Radiators - Cleaning & Repair of All Cooling Systems for All Mechanical Compoentry

03 578 8176 ANYTIME 44 Main Street - Blenheim Fax 03 578 8136

BUILDIN HAR

Open

Mon-Fr Sat Sun

Cnr Grove Ro B

57

rcullen@pl

UP TO 20x SALOONS

FRIDAY - STREETSTOCKS, PRODUCTIONS & YOUTH MINISTOCKS SATURDAY - STREETSTOCK OPEN CHAMPS, TQ'S, PRODUCTIONS & YOUTH MINISTOCKS ADULTS $12  FAMILIES $25  KIDS 5-16 $5  UNDER 5 FREE  MEM/PEN/STU $10

2 NIGHTS RACING

3rd & 4th February 2017

FRIDAY 7PM - SATURDAY 6PM

★ Cars & 4X4 ★ Light & Hea ★ Earth Movin ★ Tractors & A

THE TYRE GE 40 Grove

03 577

Email: ttgn page 14

16

The Sun

Friday February 3, 2017

Blenheim’s Agent for Authentic Ironman 4x4 Accessories One Stop Brake and Auto are Blenheim’s official agent for Ironman 4x4 products. Whether you’re on the road, off the beaten track or around the farm, Ironman provides quality, comfort and safety with their wide range of 4x4 suspension and accessories.

As a world renowned brand, you can be confident that their range of products are fully tested and reviewed so you know you’ll get the best results.

BUY ANY BULLBAR FOR THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY AND WE WILL SUPPLY AND FIT A FREE LED LIGHT BAR

Local Mechanics Your one stop shop for quality mechanical servicing and repairs.

Catering to all makes and models, our experienced technicians will keep your vehicle running like a dream.

We are a WOF facility and a certified member of the MTA. As a family owned and operated business, you can expect personalised and affordable service with a smile.

2 Redwood Street, Blenheim Call Us Today! 03 579 2000 www.onestopbrakeandauto.co.nz