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Story and photo by Cathie Bell Last weekend’s Marlborough Wine and Food Festival has been described as one of the best ever.

Organisers said the 8500 people at the sold-out event last Saturday had a great time, and the good times spilled over into the Blenheim central business district and elsewhere with cafes and bars reporting record turnovers.

Continued on page 2 Locals Brooke Idiens and Jahmaica Huntley were among those having fun in the sun at the Marlborough Wine and Food Festival.

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Festival draws them in for good times Continued from page 1 A large number of attendees were from Marlborough, lots there for their first time. One lady said she had lived in Marlborough 35 years and couldn’t believe she had waited so long to attend the festival.

Wine Marlborough Marcus Pickens says the festival was a ‘great success’ and that was a tribute to all the people involved in organising it.

“People were so happy, so enjoying themselves, it had a good vibe.”

The festival is now in its 33rd year, and Marcus says its success is ‘just a combination of so many people’s hard work’.

“The organisation behind the scenes, all the hard work, makes things go extremely smoothly. Our committee, so many volunteers and community groups involved – it’s incredible.”

People come to the festival with ‘the right expectations’, he says, and police agreed, saying the crowds were well-behaved.

“It’s the best day of the year, people

don’t want to stuff it up.”

Marcus says the festival attendees had spilled out ‘right across the province’, filling cafes and bars all over Marlborough.

“It’s pretty amazing to be part of something like that, it has a big impact.”

Vines Village owner Jeff Fulton says his venue had a ‘fantastic’ weekend, with about 2000 people through on Sunday, enjoying food and ‘amazing’ music.

“We’re trying to extend the weekend, that’s why Allan Scott’s had the Chefs on Tour on Friday and we have the Wind-down on Sunday.”

Cloudy Bay Clams’ Dion Brown who organised the Chefs on Tour event at Allan Scott Family Wines last Friday evening says the event went really well.

The ‘street food’ party raises money for charity Kids can, and last year raised more than $18,000.

“We’re still finalising the numbers but we definitely raised a lot more than last year.”

Chef Annabelle White promotes her book after her session in the culinary tent.

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Lake cricket approval A community cricket match on the dry bed of Lake Elterwater on Marlborough’s East Coast is not affected by an abatement notice asking a local farmer to stop using the lake bed to graze cattle and to cultivate. Marlborough District Council compliance manager Gina Ferguson says there’s nothing to stop the cricket match going ahead. It was only activity that has an effect on the subsurface of the lake bed, such as grazing cattle or planting crops, that is not permitted by the abatement notice, she says.

Renwick water saving A public meeting on water savings and water meters is to be held next Tuesday at 7.30pm at the Woodbourne Tavern.

The council says other places have saved 25 per cent after water meters were put in, and it wants to talk to Renwick residents about options and get feedback from residents.

Gerald Harper and Rachel Russell with the wasp traps and poison that will be used to get rid of wasps in Picton and Waikawa.

Pest push-back on the rise

By Cathie Bell Picton is becoming a hub in Marlborough for conservation efforts.

This week, the Kaipupu Point Mainland Island Society is starting a Picton and Waikawa-wide wasp control programme.

Next week, the Picton Dawn Chorus is launching its urban trapping programme with a public meeting on Monday at 7pm at the Endeavour Park Pavilion, with Wellington-based predator-free advocate Kelvin Hastie speaking.

Kaipupu Point project coordinator Rachel Russell says the society holds permits to use wasp-specific poison Vespex on Kaipupu Wildlife Sanctuary and have an application being

processed at DOC to use it on the Wedge as well.

“But we are also looking at doing this across Picton and Waikawa.”

Wasp trap organiser Gerald Harper says the society is looking for people to have wasp traps in their backyards, and also for volunteers to help lay traps in public and council land around the towns.

Wasps are in heavy numbers at Kaipupu Point and have become a health hazard, he says.

“The bigger an area we can do, the more benefits.”

Rachel says the trapping will begin when the wasps start eating protein, probably late this month.

The group is lucky to have all the

funding it needs for the wasp eradication project, she says, having donations from a local trust and support from Marlborough District Council, Port Marlborough and the Department of Conservation as well as Te Atiawa.Picton Dawn Chorus project co-ordinator Siobain Browning says the group is targeting rats, stoats, and possums in its trapping programme, being launched at a public meeting on Monday.

Heavily discounted Goodnature self-resetting traps will be on sale at the meeting, sponsored by Kiwibank.

“The main thing is to get people thinking about trapping in their gardens, but more volunteers would be a bonus.”

Long time resident The lady thought to be Marlborough’s oldest resident, Betty Fleming, has sadly passed away aged 107.

Public reaction to the project is ‘really good’, she says, and she hopes there will be a good attendance at the meeting.

Guest speaker Kelvin Hastie is a leader in the predator-free area movement, and is a catalyst for the Picton group’s being set up.

The Picton Dawn Chorus group was set up just before the Government announced the Predator-Free New Zealand by 2050 goal, so the time is good, Siobain says.

• To set up wasp traps or volunteer, contact Rachel Russell at the Kaipupu Point Mainland Island Society shop in Mariner’s Mall, Picton.

• Picton Dawn Chorus public meeting, 7pm Monday February 20, Endeavor Park Pavilion.

Pet bylaw review Keeping more than a dozen poultry birds and four cats on a residential property will need permission under changes proposed in an update of Council’s bylaws. Bylaws are there to enable Council to deal with complaints about nuisance issues and matters of public safety, says Council solicitor Kaye McIlveney. The new rules will also ban roosters and will apply to caged birds such as budgies or canaries. Permission will also be required to keep any other farm animals in town, including bees.

New bylaws would also enable the Council to act where a property or a motor vehicle is a public health risk, enabling steps to be taken where, for example, vermin are a problem or temporary toilets are creating odour.

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By Cathie Bell Longtime Hunters winemaker Gary Duke was among the 24 people granted citizenship in Blenheim last week.

People from Britain, India, Germany, the Phillippines, Netherlands, the United States, and Vietnam got their citizenship, as well as Gary, an Australian.

He moved here permanently in 1991, and decided after retiring as Hunters’ chief winemaker last year, to take up citizenship.

“I’ve been here that long, I thought ok, it’s time to step up and be counted.

“I’ve spent most of my life here really, I’m happy here.”

Gary says he’s ‘had a couple of stretches here’, first coming to New Zealand in 1969.

“I liked the look of the country, I had some friends here.

“When I first came here in 1969, there wasn’t a wine industry, I was working for a timber mill then.”

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“New Zealand has been good to me, I like it, and now I don’t know who I’ll barrack for in rugby.

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Cruise ship gives to community

By Cathie Bell Royal Holland Line cruise ship Noordam visited Picton last Friday and left behind three medical beds as gifts to the community.

One of the beds is to be used by Port Marlborough in its sick bay on Waimahara Wharf, to ensure people are comfortable while waiting for further medical treatment, and the other two are to be used by the Seaview Rest Home in Picton.

Ship’s master Captain Peter Bos says the beds on board are being upgraded as part of a shipping line change.

“This is recycling, it’s good to recycle.”

St John’s Tony Cronin, who collected the beds for the rest home, says the beds will be put to good use.

Port Marlborough business delivery manager Rhys Welbourn says the donation is a testament to the relationships the port company has been building with shipping lines using Picton.

ISS-McKay ship’s agent Rob Burn says the cruise ships are keen to connect with the communities they visit, especially ones like Picton where cruise ships get good reception.

“This shows people in the community that the ships have a benefit to them.”

St John's Tony Cronin, ship's doctor Bronwen Roman, Captain Peter Bos, Port Marlborough's Rhys Welbourne, and ship's agent Rob Burn with the donated beds.

MP urges input Enter your pics Kaikoura MP Stuart Smith is urging people to have their say on a Government proposal to move six salmon farms in the Marlborough Sounds.

“I don’t want decisions made in isolation. It’s important people have their say, it’s part of the democratic process.”

Primary Industries Minister Nathan Guy started a two month-long public Kaikoura MP Stuart Smith consultation last week to see what people think about moving six salmon farms to different sites, one in Tory Channel and five in the outer Pelorus Sound.

Stuart says there is always a balance between different interests in the Sounds – fishing, aquaculture, and residents, both permanent and holidaymakers.

“It’s always going to be a little bit tricky as there are conflicting interests.

“This comes down to an environmental issue, that’s the reason for the proposed change.”

• 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.

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REP ID: LAST RUN: C63 phones. whether it be because they01/25/17 have 18.2X8 Marlborough Camera Club vice a creative flair, loveSIZE: photography president Denise Manning is as a hobby or getting out into the encouraging people to enter their environment,” she says. holiday ‘mobile phone’ photos The competition is offering into a competition that is being people the chance to win some run in conjunction with the Sun. fantastic prizes and to have their “The quality of cameras have winning photos selected by a skyrocketed and nearly every- panel of judges. one is taking photos with their There will be three heats, cellphones, so we want to give February 17, 24 and March 3 people an opportunity to enter from which four finalists will be into a club competition. selected from each heat and one “This competition is a way for winner chosen. people to learn more about the To enter the competition check club and what is on offer. We out the Friday Sun (February 17) have around 80 members and for more information.

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Sun readers have their say... with the WORD on the Street.

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Norm Fowke Glass Animal cruelty and rodeos Dear Ed, Next weekend, animals will to subjected to fear, stress and torment at the Tua Marina rodeo.

Rodeo is in reality, nothing more than a form of bullying.

It is a far cry from the way those interested in good animal welfare aim to treat the animals.

Normally docile bulls and horses are forced into aggressive behaviour by painful or irritating means such as flank straps, electric prods, tail twisting, and painful spurs.

Vulnerable young calves will be put through the stress of being roped around the neck and yanked off their feet at high speed.

As well as the stress animals are put through, injuries occur including torn ligaments, broken bones and severe bruising.

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Rodeo is condemned by vets, welfare experts and animal protection organisations worldwide, including our own SPCA. More than 62,000 people signed the petition to ban rodeo and Horizon research shows that two thirds of kiwis agree that rodeo causes suffering.

As a society we are working to stop bullying, especially in schools and on social media.

It is illogical, therefore, to be glorifying the bullying of animals.

What type of message is this giving to impressionable children?

Rodeo events inevitably cast a negative light on New Zealand’s reputation.

If those in the Marlborough region care about animals, and disagree with abuse, I urge them to please avoid the rodeo.

Marianne Macdonald SAFE campaigns manager

Dear Ed, I am an octogenarian and came to Blenheim to visit my grandchildren (and their parents) last weekend.

On account of a slip-up on my part, and hopefully one or two ‘little seniors’ slip ups may be tolerated, I arrived exactly one Month earlier than I was expected.

Personally I blame it on the identical dates and days for Feb and March this year.

Looking forlorn I alighted from the Picton bus at the Blenheim railway station on Friday night.

The staff of the railway cafe were very helpful and after a short deliberation the owner delegated all her duties to the smiling staff and put herself, her car and her cellphone into action for my sake.

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Families happy with income

By Cathie Bell Fa m ilies living in Marlborough and Nelson were more likely to report adequate income and they were the least likely to smoke, according to regional data on family wellbeing published by government agency Superu.

Superu’s knowledge director Vasantha Krishnan says the data, which looks at family wellbeing across the nation, shows that Marlborough and Nelson families are relatively similar to other families around the country on many of the indicators, but they really stood out on income, with 83.9 per cent reporting adequate income versus 80 per cent nationally.

They were also the least likely to have a smoker in the family, with 80% not having a smoker in the family compared to 77.6 per cent nationally, Vasantha says.

“There were also some differences across a few family types.

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“Further, members from single-parent families with young children felt like they were able to express their identity more easily in Nelson and Marlborough, suggesting perhaps that those who live in the region are more accepting of people’s differences.”

In Marlborough and Nelson, there were 25,419 families at last count.

“This is the first time that a picture of how families are faring has been provided at a broad regional level.

It is important to understand family wellbeing, not just individual wellbeing.”

Superu is a government agency that focuses on what works to improve the lives of families, children and whanau.

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Diggers start work on SH1 slips Excavators have moved on-site and physical work begun on clearing the large slips on State Highway 1 to the north of Kaikoura, Transport Minister Simon Bridges says.

Equipment has been moved on-site at Irongate, about 1km north of Blue Duck Road and at the slip site 300m north of Ohau Point.

It is expected to take about three

weeks to clear the Irongate slip and make it safe to build an access road around the site. This will then enable the excavator to move north, building access tracks around three other slips to reach Ohau Point.

Construction of these tracks will also open up some limited access for residents at Rakautara, who have been isolated between the slips since

November.

Slip clearance is expected to get underway within the next few weeks at Ohau Point, one of the biggest and most complex of the nine significant slips along this section of SH1.

Helicopter sluicing will continue on the remainder of the large slips, making these safe for clearance work to begin as soon as practical.

Top Team fun comes to town Almost 800 Marlborough kids are in for a feast of fun this week when the ASB Top Team competition returns to the region.

From Monday through to Friday teams from five Marlborough schools will spend a day each taking part in 12 activities, six of them wet and six dry, which require balance, coordination, cooperation and problem solving.

Yesterday was Whitney Street School’s turn, with taking on challenges such as rolling waka, barrel roll, wipe out, ladder golf, balance ball and faulty towers.

ASB Top Team coordinator and Sport Tasman’s Motueka facility manager Jody Maru says the event is a good antidote to the earthquake jitters experienced by many families since November.

Top Team first came to Seddon and Ward after the 2013 earthquake and proved so popular other Marlborough schools have opted in.

“There’s lots of fun, water and mud.’’

She says the eagerly anticipated event is more about encouraging participation than winning, while teaching children to work together to complete each activity.

Three teams are drawn to receive spot prizes at the end of each day, and there are also prizes for the best dressed and free entry giveaways to the Weetbix Kids Tryathlon in March.

Thanks to funding from ASB, Hirepool and Kiwisport, it costs schools just $2 per child to enter.

Shirley Nicoll, Judith Kerridge, Grace Wood, and Dawn Amos at the Care and Craft Centre morning tea.

Care group reaching out The Blenheim branch of the Care and Craft Centre is celebrating 25 years this year, and held a special morning tea for members this week.

Spokeswoman Dawn Amos says the group offers a day out once a week for men and women of all ages who may

be lonely or housebound where they can do a variety of crafts and activities, and all are welcome.

They sell a range of handmade one of a kind cards for $1.50 every Monday morning at the Nativity Centre in Blenheim.

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“It was time for a change....”

Steve Hall talks to Glenise Dreaver about the challenging life path that has brought him and his wife Rebekah to Picton.

Norway, Denmark, Germany, Belize, “Our eldest son became a representative in Canada, Gibraltar, Kenya... a list of destina- the New Zealand under-16’s baseball team, tions on an exotic cruise? for example. He wouldn’t have got that in Steve Hall has been to all of them, some sev- England.” eral times and for years at a time, courtesy of Steve started with Ford in Auckland, then thirteen and a half years in the British Army. spent several years with Wilson’s Parking, This took him to winter training in Scandi- first as an internal auditor, then overseeing the navia and jungle warfare training in Central introduction of a complex and multi-million America for example, as well as three years dollar electronic payment and management in Belfast during The Troubles. system.

“Trump’s Wall” he observes wryly.

The many hours of unpaid overtime became A couple of times off-duty troops were a burden. confined to barracks for four months at a time, Time for a change... but Steve had only one near-miss.

So he took a one-year contract as finance Their armoured vehimanager for a car parts imcle parked up beside a porter before he and Rebekah railing fence to drop off asked the question:’where can “It wasn’t my members of the Royal we go for a better life, without Ulster Constabulary. this full-on stress?’ time. But it Returning, they parked With their eldest son already makes you on the other side of the in Blenheim and a friend with road. A bomb then exa property in Picton, the soluthink a little bit.” ploded exactly where tion emerged. they’d been.

Rebekah found a job here “It wasn’t my time. with Red Cross and they But it makes you think a little bit.” bought an old villa in Picton.

Steve married Rebekah, a mental health While he looked for the right job, Steve nurse in his first major change of direction, was able to indulge his lifelong passion for leaving the forces and finishing his army working with wood and restoring furniture. service as a trainer.

Ironically though after all his army years, it Then he studied for university entrance, was in working on the house that he had his funding his way by working in a care home worst-ever accident. for children with emotional and behavioural “I fell off the top of the water tank when I difficulties. was sorting out the guttering.”

His degree in Social and Applied Social He damaged his shoulder needing a bone Studies from Keele University was done fusion in his neck, and also cracked a rib. alongside study in education.

Ten months later Rebekah picked up a seri“I’m a qualified primary school teacher.” ous problem with concussion, which Steve While he loved seeing the children achieve hadn’t recognised. teachers were, he said, ‘getting a bad run’ with “My concentration was awful. I had to take all sorts of unnecessary job hassles. a break every ten minutes and then couldn’t So it was time for another change. remember what I’d been doing before. “ He found a niche with the international Diagnosis wasn’t a straightforward process. accountancy firm KPMG. It took two reports from a neurologist and He became a senior manager, first with psychologist before ACC accepted this was KPMG then other major businesses in the a genuine claim.

UK. The treatment has seen him confidently But Steve and Rebekah, by then a senior re-enter the workforce as a three-day-week psychiatric nurse, both wanted a change. with the Papatuanuku Independency Trust Their children were eleven, five and six in Waikawa. years old, so it was the best possible time He’s also planning to create a consultancy to move to where there were much better business to help other small business,including opportunities for them. those in the health care sector.

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The Blenheim Orphans Club performing during a Valentines Day garden party at Maxwell Care Home yesterday.

Top notes from top blokes Story and photo by Celeste Alexander The Blenheim Orphans Club gave a well received Valentine’s Day performance yesterday to a group of rest home residents and staff.

One of the founding members Ken Ham, who kept everyone entertained with music history and humour throughout the afternoon, told the audience they ‘love what they do’.

“It’s a pleasure to bring joy to those we play for and we really enjoy getting out into the community to give much appreciated entertainment to social groups and rest homes,” he says.

The Blenheim Orphans Club first began in 1972 and is affiliated to the Association of Kindred Clubs of NZ. This association encompasses the Savage Club and Orphans who have been in existence for over 150 years throughout the world.

They were formed to supply a venue for people to express themselves within the arts, song, music and sketch, without discrimination for the entertainment and fellowship of fellow members.

Initially the Blenheim Orphans Club sported about 40 members. Two of the founding members, Ken Ham and Peter Scammell ,are still very active contributors.

As a club, it functions between March and October.

Meetings take the form of a variety concert and music plays a large part in the pleasure of membership and throughout the year, a group of musicians within the club perform for local groups.

Meetings are held at the Redwoodtown School Hall. Anyone wishing to know more can contact Ken Ham on 578 5576, Leon Broadbridge on 577 6695 or John Henry on 578 8789.

Happy winner of full cricket kit Cricket practice was a bit more exciting than usual this week for the Marlborough Boys’ College first XI when player Benjamin McCullum was gifted a full cricket kit, just like the gear the Black Caps use.

The gear, along with drink bottles for all the team and a bat signed by all the Black Caps, is a prize from the ANZ Bank’s Dream Big progamme and was delivered by Marlborough ANZ branch manager Rachel Toia at the team’s training on Monday afternoon.

Ben, 14, plays in the college’s 1st XI and represents the Marlborough region in the under 15 grade.

He says he hadn’t expected to win as this was the first competition he’d entered and he didn’t consider himself very lucky.

Cricket is his favourite sport, and he likes to play it as much as he can.

ANZ head of sponsorship and corporate marketing Sue McGregor says Benjamin was awarded his dream because he clearly has a strong desire to improve his cricketing career.

“We know with the right support anyone can reach their full potential and achieve

Benjamin McCullum cricket kit winner

their dream.”

ANZ is fulfilling cricketing dreams across New Zealand again this summer as part of its dream deliveries programme, providing an opportunity for cricketers of all ages and levels to have their own very personal cricket dream realised.

Applications for the 2017 season are now open. Apply online via anz.co.nz/dreambig.

John Henry, Murray Brooks (back) and Ken Ham of the Blenheim Orphans Club.

Marlborough St John needs more volunteers Join us. It could change your life, and save someone else’s.

Being a St John volunteer on an ambulance could be just what you’re looking for. Working with a dedicated team, learning new skills and giving something valuable back to your community can be incredibly rewarding. It can also lead to career opportunities for some volunteers.

Contact us today to start your exciting career with St John!

For more information contact: Anne Parker, Area Executive Officer, 578 0797, email anne.parker@stjohn.org.nz or visit join.stjohn.org.nz (job code 23779)

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Early diagnosis and prompt treatment can result in a complete cure from skin cancer.

The clinic provides a comprehensive range of treatment options and is now approved by Southern Cross as an affiliated provider.

Make an appointment today to have you and your family’s skin checked.

Ph: 578 1665 28 Alfred Street, Blenheim www.theskinclinic.co.nz

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Caring for Marlborough’s Ears for 10 years ACC and War Pension funded • Gentle ear wax removal by micro suction • Glue Ear • Management of ear infections • Removal of foreign bodies For an appointment Ph: 03 578 8310 • 11 Francis Street www.earhealth.co.nz

Aging gracefully with enhanceskin Enhanceskin, the clinic that brought walk-in walk-out varicose vein treatment to the Churchill Private Hospital in Blenheim, has introduced a range of non-invasive cosmetic services to the list of treatments they now carry out in Blenheim.

Registered nurse Lacey Boyd is making regular trips to Blenheim, to offer Marlburians the benefit of her expertise in facial aesthetics.

Lacey has been expertly tutored in facial rejuvenation by Dr David Orsbourn and is often praised by her clients for her gentle touch and calming manner.

The clinic is committed to helping their clients age gracefully, Lacey says.

“One of the most common concerns our clients express is that they don’t want to look ‘done’ following a cosmetic treatment, and that’s the last thing we want as well!”

Lacey says that aging is part of life, and as we grow older, we should expect our face and bone structure to change, often leaving folds, hollows, sagging and asymmetries.

“We can’t, and don’t, aim to turn back the clock on aging completely, but we can help correct these asymmetries, for fuller and balanced features, achieving a natural look that’s similar to how you looked a few years back.”

Enhanceskin have put practices in place to guarantee that you’ll get the natural look you want to achieve when you invest in any treatment plans with them.

Firstly, they offer a complimentary cosmetic consultation.

Whilst you need to book in advance, this is a no-obligation, totally free of charge appointment, that allows you to discuss your requirements and concerns.

Lacey suggests, you bring a photograph of your younger self to this initial consultation, saying, ‘Our aim is always to enhance your features so you look like you.’

The cosmetic services enhanceskin offers are then tailored into a treatment plan for you. This might involve just one treatment or it might be a combination of treatments.

Healthline, Pharmacists, GP or GP Practice Nurse, and Urgent After Hours GP offer professional health advice.

If you arrive at Wairau Hospital’s Emergency Department with a non-urgent health concern you may be referred to your GP.

A lip enhancement may be used to create beautifully shaped lips that are elegant, sculpted and well defined.

Cosmetic Botulinum, a natural, purified protein, may be used to soften fine lines or wrinkles caused by facial expressions, stress and sun exposure, creating a smooth, rejuvenated and more youthful appearance.

Dermal Fillers may be used to restore youthful facial curves lost through aging or after weight loss.

The Liquid Facelift, sometimes called the Natural Lift, uses fillers to give immediate results, and almost guarantees a WOW moment when you look in the mirror following treatment.

Lip enhancement may be used to create beautifully shaped lips that are elegant, sculpted and well defined, yet subtle; restoring your natural lip hydration and border, Whichever facial rejuvenation treatment a client decides upon, nobody knows what they are visiting enhanceskin for, it could be for a skin or vein assessment... so their secret to looking refreshed is safe.

Friends and family will all notice how great an enhanceskin client looks, but nobody will know why… It’s the key to aging gracefully!

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LITTLE MIRACLES

caring for your pre-schooler

First step into child’s education Early Childhood Education (ECE) is a fun and exciting time for families who choose to place their preschool aged children in a service, so to ensure you have chosen a service that’s right for your child here are some things to consider.

Location. Is there good off-street parking and easy access to the building? Is the service close to anything that may cause noise distractions, like a main road?

Style of care. How will they make sure your child is welcomed by the other children and can learn alongside them? How will the service keep you informed about what’s happening for your child? Can you stay with your child and help plan their activities for the day?

Services offered. What experience do the staff have in supporting children with special needs?

Facilities. Is the physical environment suitable and easily adaptable for your child’s needs? Is there suitable access to toilet and shower facilities?

Go for some visits. It’s important to visit the ECE services or Kohanga Reo you’re interested in, so you can get a good feel for the children, the educators, and the environment.

Take your child with you when you go, and watch closely to what’s going on and how your child responds.

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Better than a thousand days of diligent study is one day with a great teacher.

Japanese Proverb

Picton Community Early Learning Centre We offer: • above MOE ratio care for 0-5 year olds • We are WINZ approved • Free 20 hours for 3-5 year olds (conditions apply)

• Free childcare for under 2 year olds (conditions apply)

There are several things to consider when choosing an early learning centre for your child.

What’s it like for the children?

Visit at different times so you can observe the different routines and the children at different times of the day. The children should

be busy and engaged, and keen to learn new things.

Are they encouraged to be independent and able to choose their own activities?

Spaces available now Either phone or call in 8am-5pm

Phone 573 7289 5 Wairau Road, Picton

Koru Institute of Training and Education

Taking Enrolments 2017

Enrol to upskill Thinking of study options or upskilling in the New Year?

Blenheim-based Koru Institute of Training and Education Ltd (KITE) is taking enrolments as of January 19 for its February and March intakes.

What makes KITE unique is its ability to offer free tertiary courses to students wanting to upskill or transition to new work, while also using its charitable status to provide funding and support for countless community groups, chief executive Monique Gemmell says.

“The Maori values governing the institute create an effective working dynamic, where students and teachers are treated like family which make continuing education less daunting,” she says.

Last year KITE had over 300 students studying full and part time courses such as computing, business administration, te reo, social services and Treaty of Waitangi training.

KITE also unveiled its newly refurbished building on Sutherland Terrace last year, showcasing its three new classrooms, two furbished classrooms, a smaller employment room and a classroom and garage space for its new Cable Logging programme.

This was a welcome change for students who attended last year, enjoying all the comforts and amenities at their disposal.

For more information, contact KITE or call in and see one of the friendly team at 5 Sutherland Terrace, Blenheim.

WELCOME: The entrance to the Koru Institute of Training and Education on Sutherland Tce.

About the CEO

Monique Gemmell is known for her untiring dedication to KITE, pouring her heart and soul into what she describes as “a role close to my heart”.

With a busy family, three businesses to run, directorships and a massive extended family, Monique still goes into work with the same passion as she had right from the beginning.

“The people side of the job is very important to me. Everything I do relates to helping people,” she says.

At KITE, the team helps people in various ways from tertiary education, career planning, employment opportunities, youth at risk and what ever else is needed to be done.

“At KITE we have a great team who can adapt to the individual needs of all our students.

“It’s about making education work for you,” she says.

KITE was established by Te Atiawa Manawhenua Ki Te Tau Ihu Trust in 1998 to provide educational opportunities for Te Atiawa.

But in 2003 it was bought out by charitable company Te Rau o Te Aroha Ltd and set up for the community at large.

Foundational Forest Harvesting Certificate in Foundational Forest Harvesting LEVEL 3 - Overview Learn the skills that will set you up to work in the forest.

This hands-on, 36 week programme will give you the basic skills to get you started in a career in cable logging or ground-based logging.

You'll get to work in the forest with a forestry crew or a logging contractor throughout the programme so you get the vital experience you need Your kaiako (tutor) will also teach you all you need to know about chainsaw maintenance, health and safety and more.

This programme may lead to further qualifications at a number of other New Zealand tertiary providers.

What you'll study You'll learn about: • Cable logging/ground-based logging systems, processes and capabilities • Applying what you've learned in a practical, real-world forest harvesting or logging operation Career opportunities Skills gained in this programme will help prepare you for: • A job as an entry-level cable logging/groundbased crew member in forest harvesting/logging operations • Further study which will provide entry to higher level jobs in the forest harvesting industry.

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Weekly babies Mum of The Week

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Bonnie Mae Boswell Born February 4, 2017 Weight 7lb 12oz Hospital Nelson

Amelia Indie Gleeson Born February 3, 2017 Weight 8lb 6oz Hospital Wairau

Evie Grace Hayter Born January 18, 2017 Weight 8lb 2oz Hospital Wairau

Zoe Rose Grimwood Born February 13, 2017 Weight 3.7kg Hospital Wairau

A big welcome to our precious second daughter Bonnie Mae (7lb 12oz). Born at 1.45am on February 4, 2017 at Nelson Hospital to the proud parents Anna and Dane and big sister Zoey. A huge amount of love and thanks goes to our incredible midwife Wendy De Groot.

Photo provided.

Hayden, Nikki and Trae are pleased to announce the early but safe arrival of Amelia Indie (8lb 6oz) on February 3, 2017. We would like to thank our amazing midwife Sue Hudson. Thank you to Mandy Stanton and theatre team also. Photo provided.

Mel and Graham are pleased to announce the safe but speedy arrival of their baby girl Evie Grace (8lb 2oz) at 5:15pm on January 18, 2017 at Wairau hospital. An adored little sister for Olivia and Riley. Special thanks to our midwives Shona and Rhianne and all the lovely ladies on the maternity ward. Photo provided.

Nick and Phoebe are very excited to announce the arrival of their first baby girl, Zoe Rose (3.7kg) at 5.06am on February 13, 2017 at Wairau Hospital. Special thanks to all involved.

Nursery trends for 2017

Mackenzie Manu Born February 9, 2017 Weight 7lb Hospital Wairau

Asher Henry Francis Craw Born February 10, 2017 Weight 8lb 6oz Hospital Wairau

Abby and Jonathan are super proud to announce the arrival of their first baby girl, Mackenzie (7lb) at 9.10am on February 9, 2017 at Wairau Hospital. Special thanks to Cathy Middleton and all the maternity staff.

Renee, Ben, Amelia and Elijah are proud to annouce the quick arrival of Asher Henry Francis (8lb 6oz) on February 10, 2017. A big thank you to all the staff at Wairau Hospital especially Susie and our midwife Cathy Middleton.

Photo provided.

On the constantly changing nursery design landscape, there’s no knowing what hot trends the season ahead may bring.

Or is there?

According to kid’s room design forecasts, chic nurseries in the year ahead will build on the main trends from 2016 such as

pastels and wood, but we’ll also be seeing a few suave additions to the nursery wagon in terms of layout and décor elements.

Here’s a sneak peak into the pot of 2017 nursery designs which you should check out if you want your little one’s nest to stay up-to-date with trending décor styles.

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Photographer Jane Lacey knows the importance of creating memories of loved ones, and strives everyday to capture beautiful, heartfelt photographs for her clients.

Based in Nelson, Jane regularly travels to Blenheim to offer her affordable professional photography services, specialising in weddings and maternity and all other requests.

“I have photographed people in all stages of their lives, from near death to newborns, families and weddings and maternity

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“My photography celebrates life and love and one thing my clients have said is that I have an ability to preempt when a special moment is about to happen and capture it,” she says.

Jane has photographed weddings at several Marlborough locations including the Old Barn and Vineyard Function Centre, vineyards, Bay of Many Coves and other destinations in the Sounds.

“I have been so privileged to do some of the shoots and

special requests asked of me.

It’s humbling that people allow me to photograph a glimpse of their lives,” she says.

Jane is taking bookings for the 2017/2018 wedding season and portraiture of any type.

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Melissa Ryder was always the one helping friends plan their weddings before one day it was suggested that she do it professionally.

It was an opportunity she jumped at and Inspire Events was created.

“Wedding planning is a passion and obsession more than anything so the business grew out of my love for helping others organise their special day,” she says.

Inspire Events offers personalised packages for weddings

and special events that provide everything from complete planning and management, to putting together the finishing touches.

“The feedback I have had from brides is how relaxed they were as they had nothing to worry about, I was there to take care of it all.

“This is important to me... making sure people can sit back and enjoy their day while I take care of all the details,” she says.

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Sandy James Sandy James, owner of Trade My Craft, say she is the ‘luckiest girl in the world’ to be working alongside brides, helping them to find and create their dream wedding sowns.

Sandy opened her bridal and alterations business in 2015 on Queen Street but after the Kaikoura earthquake in November of last year, her business was forced to relocate.

However, out of what was devastating at the time, she says has come a whole new opportunity to work from home, and her

clients are absolutely ‘loving it’.

“The feedback from brides has been very positive. They have commented on how welcoming and relaxed it is here,” she says.

Sandy has converted a large room at her home into a private space where brides, wedding party and family members can go to view gowns and be professionally fitted.

For brides who have already purchased their gowns online but need them altered to fit, Sandy encourages them to call her.

“It’s exciting to see what comes through the door.”

Trade My Craft continues to offer a clothing alteration service and can collect and drop items off to the Queen Street Challenge for convenience.

Sarah Gatjens When buying or selling a property there is an alternative to having a lawyer involved.

Sarah Gatjens is qualified in the field of conveyancing.

Two years ago she was offered the opportunity to contract to company Key Conveyancing and works from her rural home.

Not only does she take care of the legal process that transfers ownership of property from one person to another, but she can also help people wanting to refinance their mortgages.

I especially like helping first

time home buyers. It is a very daunting process for the first time home buyer, we calmly take them through the process and keep them informed every step of the way. We also help them to prepare their Kiwisaver withdrawal applications and Homestart grant applications at no extra cost.

“The other benefit is that Key Conveyancing offers fixed fees so people know what they are paying in legal fees,” she says.

Sarah can manage a property transaction from start to finish

and likewise make refinancing a simple process with her prompt and efficient service.

“Clients appreciate the convenience and simplicity of what I offer, so call me to find out how I can help you,” she says.

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Wednesday February 15, 2017

Photo exhibition Jim Tannock and Helen Simpson have teamed up for an exhibition of photos of the Yealands’ Seaview vineyards with poetry at the Marlborough Art Society’s gallery on High Street, Blenheim.

 Craig Bluett, Nicky Youmans, and Rob Jenkins came to see their colleagues’ work.

 Sally and Ted Bourke were at the exhibition opening on Friday evening.

 Helen Simpson, Peter Yealands, and Keith Reed caught up at the opening.

Wine and Food Festival Marlborough showed off the best of its food and wine last weekend, with more than 8000 people attending the sold-out event in stunning weather.

 Corentin Jacques from France, Matthew Goode from Spring

Creek Vintners, and Nidhal Saidani from Italy, enjoyed their day.

 Greek god of wine Dionysus, aka Trevor Wood from Christchurch, gets friendly with some visitors from the Gold Coast.

 O’Shea Bailey and Jess Prosser, both from Blenheim, were having fun in the sun.

 Bradley Hornby from Arbour cooked up a storm in

 Nevena Ivanova and Belinda Jackson were

the culinary tent.

keeping the wine flowing at The Sisters’ stand.

 For the past 25 years, the ‘Girls on Tour’ group have been at the festival - this year was

no exception. Eddie, Nicole, Winnie and Amanda were seeking shade while the rest of the group were circulating.

Any of our “out & about” photos can be purchased at the Sun Newspaper office.

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The Community Noticeboard is for non-profit organisations.

For $10.00 + GST you can publish up to 25 words. No AGMS, sporting notices or special meetings. Community Notices must be pre-paid. Call into our office at 72 High Street, Blenheim

4th Thursday every month. St Christopher’s Hall 10am-1pm. Morning tea, lunch provided. Guest Speakers. Ph Wendy 579-4446/021-113-0160, leave name/number. Donation.

Mental Health Consumer Advocacy Service

Charity Housie Fundraiser

Our Advocates will take up your cause to ensure your rights are respected, listen to your concerns and support you in the actions you want to take to gain resolution. Ph 579 5304 or call in at 68 Seymour Street.

Housie Thursday 7pm, Blenheim Bowling Club, Weld St. 40 houses, raffles and refreshments. Proceeds to Te Rerenga O Te Ra` Kapa Haka.

death notices BROADHURST, Douglas Lloyd (Doug): Passed away peacefully, at Ashwood Park Retirement Village, on Monday February 13 2017. In his 87th year. Beloved husband of the late Betty, loved father and father-in-law of Bruce and Annette, Dianne and John Butt, Stephen and Jenny, and Mark and Rachael. Adored Grandad of Ryan and Sarah; Rebecca, Jenna, Michael and Leanne; Matt, Ethan and Sophie. Proud Great-Grandad of Indiana and one to come. Messages to 4 Springswood Grove, Blenheim 7201. A special thanks to the whole team at Ashwood Park for their care and support. A funeral service for Doug will be held at the Awatere Memorial Hall, Foster Street, Seddon at 11am Friday February 17, followed by interment at Seddon Cemetery.

Respectfully cared for by GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

50 housie games, lines and giveaways. Clubs of Marlborough Main Hall. Food and drink for sale.

1pm-4pm, Saturday 25 February 2017. $60 per package. Nan 021-159-0116.

Blenheim Healing Rooms Open 1st & 3rd Saturdays every month. 11.00am1pm. Salvation Army HQ, Henry St, Blenheim.

Sign out. Free Christian healing prayer available to anyone. Phone 578 9704.

Havelock Lions Market Pams Charity Shop Queen Street pre-loved clothing, linen and books for sale. Something for everyone. Open 10am3.30pm weekdays and 10am-12pm Saturdays.

Mainly Music Anglican Church Hall, Nelson Square, Picton.

Weekly on Thursday, 9.30-10.45am. Contact: 021-363-550 Diane

Saturday 18 February 9am-1pm. Now in Main Road Havelock, outside Town Hall. Books, pork, bric-a-brac, toys, plants, sausage sizzle. Sites still $5. Ring Ian 5742-558.

Marlborough After Hours GP Services: Wairau Hospital campus, after 6pm.

Reception 520 6377. Office 520 9980.

Ambulance: Urgent 111.

Non urgent 579 4870.

After Hours Chemists: Springlands Pharmacy 9am-6pm, 7 days. Ph 5782271.

Community Care Pharmacy: Within the Blenheim Warehouse, open 7 days 9am-8pm. Only closed Christmas Day. Diabetes Marlborough Inc: Office hours 9am3pm Mon-Thu 5775549. Reg. Nurse 1pm-5pm Wed, 8.30am-5pm Thu & Fri 5206200 (Mary).

Lifeline Marlborough: 0800 543354, 24hr helpline.

Marlborough Women's Refuge, Rape and Sexual Abuse Resource Centre: Crisis line, phone Wairau Hospital 520 9999, for Women's Refuge contact numbers.

Overeaters Anonymous: For more information.

Ph 570 5137 Alcoholics Anonymous: Rose 5777651, Harvey 578 8125.

Citizens Advice Bureau - Free, friendly, confidential advice. Mon - Fri 9.30am - 4pm. Phone 578 4272.

Victim Support: 0800 VICTIM (0800 842 846)

acknowledgements HEBBERD, Mary Margaret (formerly Twose, nee Flood): Thank you to all family and friends of Mum for your support and generous donations of food, cards, flowers and help during this time. A special thank you to Donna, Jake and the staff at Seaview Home for their care and respect given to Mum in the last 18 months.

Please accept this as a heartfelt appreciation of our thanks.

Family/Whanau for information/ advocacy/support For families living with mental illness/addictions please contact Supporting Families Marlborough - Lyn, Karina or Nikki, phone 577 5491 or visit us at 68 Seymour Street.

community services Al-Anon: Help for families & friends of alcoholics.

Ph Margaret 578 4690 or Aley 021 434117.

Alzheimers Society Marlborough: 577 6172, 8 Wither Rd. Open Monday - Friday, 8.30 - 4.30pm Hospital Visiting Hours: Wairau Hospital: Daily 11.30am-7.30pm, children under 12 may visit parents only. Maternity Ward: 10am-Noon, 4pm-7pm.

Children's Ward: Daily 10am-8pm. Visiting at all times is subject to the discretion of the nurse in charge of the ward.

Marlborough Family Budgeting: - Free confidential budgeting advice. Monday-Thursday.

Phone 578 2006.

Marlborough Lupus Support: For more information phone Katrina 572 4333 or 021 502 451.

MARLBOROUGH AU C T I O N S Saturday 18th February – 10am Police Items/Household Storage Unit Leather Lounge Suite, water Biscuit, Bikes, Scooters, Canon Camera, Large Anvil, Wooden Dinghy, Windsurfing Board, Compressor, Yamaha Guitar, Victorian Dresser, Mirror, Large Selection of pictures and Paintings, Metal Advertising plaques, Old Bibles, Old Coins & Notes, Stainless Steel Fridge freezer, x2 Lounge Suites, Simpson Washing Machine, Stevenson’s Contracting powered lawnmower, and lots lots more...

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Picton Doctor: Phone weekend doctor 573 6092 or Marlborough After Hours GP Service 520 6377.

Office 520 9980.

Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non-urgent 579 4870.

Chemist:Picton Healthcare Pharmacy. Ph 573 6420 Mon -Fri 8.30-5.30pm, Sat 9-2pm, Queen Charlotte Pharmacy 573 7927 Sat 9-1pm.

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578-3663

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C R O S S W O R D Puzzle CROSSWORD ACROSS 1. (of a dog) Attacked sheep (7) 5. Absorbed in memories (11) 11. Fowl perch (5) 12. Short curtain (7) 13. Custom (5) 14. & 42 ACROSS. Guess; (4,2,3,4) 15. Spiteful (9) 16. Instant(Abbr) (4) 17. Parted (7) 19. Consider (6) 23. Paleness (6) 26. Following (7) 29. Oven (4) 30. Sum of money (3) 32. Smear (3) 34. Lover (4) 35. Wed (7) 36. Kind of clay(used as a pigment) (6) 39. Wanders (6) 40. Ardent (7) 42. SEE 14 ACROSS. 46. Most careless (9) 48. Strike back (9) 50. Chances (5)

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BOTTLING LINE Supervisor Vinpro Nelson is seeking a Bottling Line Supervisor for our bottling plant in Nelson.

This is a full time position working with a small team to operate our static/mobile bottling line.

Job Requirements: · Experience in running and operating a bottling line · Class 5 truck licence, an advantage but not essential · Drivers and forklift licence essential · Mechanical aptitude · Able to demonstrate strong attention to detail and problem solving skills · Demonstrate a strong work ethic and to work as part of a team · Good communication and interpersonal skills Please forward your CV to: General Manager Vinpro Nelson Limited PO Box 1031 Nelson Email: accounts@vinpronelson.co.nz

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.

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This is a great opportunity if you: • have a passion for gardening • enjoy working outdoors in a team environment • are physically fit • have a valid driver’s licence and can drive manual vehicles • are reliable and enjoy work Applications close at 5.00 pm on Monday 20 February 2017.

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We are looking for a team player with good time management skills and a positive attitude to join our team at Springlands Lifestyle Village.

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To find out more, call LeeAnne Foster, Contracts Manager on 021 242 7664.

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Splash and Starling sailors Alexandra Thom and Maggie Lane.

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Applicants must be over 20 years of age Enjoy working with children 9-13 years Relevant qualifications Be energetic and enthusiastic Come and join our friendly OSCAR staff For Job Description and Application Form Contact the OSCAR Coordinator Bread of Life Centre 14B Stephenson St Phone 5781355 ext. 4 Email: oscarco-ordinator@breadoflife.org.nz

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Short Term Contract Vintage 2017

Valley Harvesting operates a large fleet of grape harvesters across the whole of Marlborough. We require an administration assistant and support person to compliment and assist in our busy, fast paced office commencing mid-March, for up to two months during Vintage 2017.

For the peak of harvest you will need to work extended hours, seven days per week. You will need a sense of humour, a good phone manner and above average computer skills as this role supports our Operations team in responding to phone and email enquiries and works with Valley’s own in house scheduling system.

If you think this sounds like you, please contact Tim Leslie, email timl@valleyharvesting.co.nz or give me a call or text 021 54 40 70

Applications close at 12 noon on Friday 24th of February 2017

Community Support Workers Blenheim | Part Time & Casual We are looking for support workers to assist our clients in their homes in the Blenheim area. Our clients have varying degrees of incapacity and require the best possible support to help them regain as much independence as possible.

Ideally, you will be passionate and dedicated to providing support on a long term basis. The various roles involve shift work and would suit engergetic and vibrant people who are committed to assisting our clients towards their rehabilitation goals.

You must have a full driver’s licence, clear communication skills and fluency in English. Previous experience with spinal or traumatic brain injury care would be an advantage. NZ residence or a valid NZ work permit is essential.

We offer: • competitive pay rates • full induction and client specific training • a great team support network To apply send your CV to: aelith.loveday@healthcarerehab.co.nz

Healthcare Rehabilitation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Healthcare of New Zealand Holdings Limited

Maintenance Technician Grape Harvesters & Associated Equipment

Valley Harvesting operates a large fleet of grape harvesters and associated equipment.

We seek a Maintenance Technician to be based at our Blenheim HQ & workshop.

This is a varied role with responsibilities including but not limited to running our pre and post-harvest maintenance programme as well as field support when our machines are operating.

If you have a broad mechanical knowledge (preferably with Gregoire & Pellenc) including diesel, hydraulic, auto-electrical/electronic and some light fabrication skills, this varied position could be you.

The season requirements of our operations will mean hours of work will vary, so we will negotiate our requirements with the successful applicant.

If you think this sounds like you, please contact Paul Sowman email paul@valleyharvesting.co.nz or call or text 027 249 7665

CARPET CLEANING MACHINE OPERATOR 12 HOURS PER WEEK - FLEXIBLE HOURS If you are energetic and physically fit this could the job for you!

We require the services of someone to operate and maintain our commercial carpet cleaning machine two days per week.

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By Cathie Bell The biggest annual centre board regatta south of Auckland will be held in Picton next weekend.

Queen Charlotte Yacht Club spokeswoman Christel Hopkins says the three-day Interislander Optimist Challenger and Port Marlborough Starling regatta will start on Friday February 17.

Almost 200 entries have been received as of yesterday, she says.

“So far, we have 100 entries in the Open Optimist fleet. We also have 50 sailors in the combined Green and Rainbow fleet and 34 in the Starling fleet.”

Numerous volunteers are helping to make sure this will again be a well organised event, Christel says, with club members, ex-club members, junior sailors and several others all chipping in together with a lot of sponsors.

While the fleets race, the yacht club will also host a ‘Taste of Marlborough’ event showcasing the best Marlborough has to offer: Seafood, salmon, fresh fish, clams, local wines, olive oils.

Christel says extra training was held last weekend with quite a few of the 22 sailors participating in the Interislander and Starling regatta turning up. Conditions were windy, heading out past Mabel Island, but dropped during the training.

“We should see Suede Cowley and Harry Edwards well up into Gold fleet with hopefully Loui Poletti, brother’s River and Moss Hopkins not too far behind. Fin Stichbury should make his mark on the green fleet.

“In the Starlings both Oliver Cowley and Emily Overend will rank high.”

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Winning fighters return home

By Celeste Alexander Local boxing trainer Peter Warren took three of his fighters to a tournament in Christchurch last weekend and returned with not only two victories, but an increasing recognition of his club.

Cameron Carmichael, Pete Nielson and Flynn Struthers competed at the ‘Battle From the Games’ tournament that featured two former Commonwealth Games representatives, Bowyn ‘Boman’ Morgan and Ikani Falekaono.

The two competed at the 2014 Games in Glasgow, Scotland and went head to head in the ring on Saturday night.

It was dubbed ‘one hell of a match up and a fight not to miss’ and Peter says it was lucky to get his three fighters in.

“Normally the best of the best are picked for this level of tournament so I was rapt and so were the boys,” he says.

Cameron fought in the heavy weight division against Michael Mairdroa.

It was a rematch from an earlier fight where he had lost on a split division. This time Cameron won on unanimous points.

“He fought his heart out and blew me away. He did everything right, listened to me in the corner and really stepped up,” Peter says.

Pete went up against Luke Senkeldam in the middle weight division and also won his fight despite

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NZ rep chosen Former Lake Grassmere man Richard Avery has been selected to represent New Zealand at the World 24 hour championships in Ireland in July.

Athletics NZ has announced Richard and Kim Allan are selected to compete at the 2017 IAU World 24 Hour Championships in Belfast, Ireland on 1 July. They will head to Ireland for the competition in late June as they build up for the grueling 24 hour running race. Richard, who lives in Perth, broke the Western Australia 24 hour State record covering 240.431km in 24 hours during an event late last year.

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Cameron Carmichael, trainer Peter Warren, Pete Nielson and Flynn Struthers pictured at the Bowyn 'Boman' Morgan Boxing Gym in Christchurch last Saturday, prior to their tournament fight. Photo provided.

cutting his ear in a suspected head clash.

“Pete fought very professionally.

His competitor was a bit of a gun so initially he wasn’t picked to win, but he fought through and won,” Peter says.

The youngest of the three to compete was Flynn, who at 16-years, showed ‘courage and heart’ when fighting in the light heavy division against 24-year-old Cameron Rattray.

“Flynn’s opponant came in strong with his age and experience. It wasn’t an easy fight for

Flynn but he fought really well and even though didn’t win, he can hold his head up knowing he did well,” Peter says.

Following on from the tournament Peter says the invitations for tournaments are starting to flood in.

“We really put Blenheim on a pedastal from how well my guys fought and already I have had several calls for more tournaments now.

The dedication and skill these guys have, and they have only been training less than a year, has

already impressed other clubs.”

The next tournament for Peter and his team is on March 3 in Christchurch and he’s hoping to take all 13 of his team down for it.

This number will continue to grow he says as more and more people are joining the ‘Warrior Warren’s Boxing Gym’.

“I have had a number of new kids starting and I’ve introduced a women’s ‘Mothers Day’ training on a Wednesday which is already getting a good response,” he says.

For more information contact Peter on 022 644 6758.

This week’s Marlborough Harriers summer run is on tomorrow, with a ‘fun relay’. Meet at the car park in Harling Park Carpark top of Howick Road by 5.45pm to be put into a team. Everyone is welcome to participate. These runs are non-competitive and are made as enjoyable as possible. The cost is $2 per week or $20 for the season (families $25 for the season). For further enquiries contact Bill and Julie 572-9792, or check out www.harriers.net.nz .

Coast to Coast success Blenheim men Ian Martella and Josh Scott, competing as Team Moa Hunters, won the open men’s grade in the Coast to Coast race. They completed the race, which finished in Christchurch last Sunday, in 12 hours 44 minutes. Marlborough’s Yo McGill also competed in the two-day race, as an individual, and won the classic women (50-59 year) category, completing the course in 15 hours 55 minutes, finishing seventh woman overall.

Seventh place in Sweden The Rally of Sweden has been ‘a lot of disappointment’ for Kiwi rally driver Hayden Paddon and co-driver John Kennard The two overcame both personal and competitive challenges to secure a confidence-boosting seventh place at Rally Sweden, which finished last Sunday.

Rally Sweden, round two of the FIA World Rally Championship, marked their first full event of the season following a crash and subsequent death of a spectator on the first day of Rally Monte Carlo in

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Hayden says he ‘certainly underestimated’ the mental challenge of getting back in competition.

“It’s been a trying weekend. We always knew it was going to be tough coming here after Monte, and I certainly underestimated that challenge.”

The weekend was plagued with problems with the car, including losing powersteering, but the two rallied and ended with top-five stage times in all three of Sunday’s

special stages.

With the third-quickest time on the penultimate stage, as well as one bonus point for fifth place on the rally-concluding power stage, the Kiwis finished in seventh place overall, a considerable boost in their confidence.

Seventh place plus one power stage power point puts Paddon ninth on the WRC drivers’ championship points-table after two rounds of the 2017 WRC. Round three is in Mexico, 9-12 March.

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