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Story and photo by Celeste Alexander Marlborough’s grape harvest for 2017 has begun. Hunter’s Wine is a hive of activity as it began its 2017 vintage by harvesting small blocks of pinot noir and pinot meunier for their award winning MiruMiru sparkling wine. Winemaker James Macdonald says the harvest was 10 days late due to a slow start in spring last year, but ‘all was looking good’. Continued on page 2 Hunter’s winemaker James Macdonald pictured with a bunch of pinot meunier harvested for their MiruMiru sparkling wine.

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Continuted from page 1 Hunter’s has welcomed six young winemakers from France, Finland, Portugal and England who will be here until May to get a taste of how Marlborough grows and makes its world famous wine. James says an advantage of harvesting their sparkling wine now is that it’s a good opportunity to run in the machinery before they head into the sauvignon blanc. “We are just taking it easy to begin with, making sure everything is in good working order and so far everything has been good. “Our yields are average but we are dialling back our expectations all the time, and as long as we don’t get too much rain between now and April we will be OK,” he says. Winding down from Friday’s start, the visiting winemakers who arrived one

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week ago were officially welcomed into Marlborough’s vintage by attending the Framingham Harvest Concert, a celebration of the upcoming harvest season. Wine Marlborough general manager Marcus Pickens says the weather predictions leading into vintage are ‘encouraging’ and should not cause too many issues. “While the rain last weekend didn’t come at the best time, by all reports it hasn’t caused too many issues. In this instance the later season we are experiencing may have helped give the vines and their fruit time to deal with any excess water absorbed. “NIWA still gives an encouraging prediction for us between March and May – a 75 percent chance of average to above average temperatures and the same percentage for average to below average rainfall. I think we can all live with that,” he says.

Grant Coles Contracting busy at work last Friday harvesting a small block at Hunter’s Wines.

Kapa haka group heading to England Marlborough’s kapa haka group Te Rerenga o Te Ra has been invited to attend the 53rd Billingham International Festival of World dance in Billingham England in August. Led by tutor Nan Kahu who coordinates the musical programme and choreography, the group will be one of a number of outstanding dance companies from across the globe and the UK featuring a variety of dance styles inpsired by world traditional cultures. They performed last Saturday night at the Red Salt Cafe, Picton and were raising money to go towards the trip. Te Rerenga o Te Ra have participated in past festivals in Germany (2011), Malaysia (2015) and Australia (2016), with all trips being primarily self funded. Anyone wanting to give a koha (donation) can leave one at the Red Salt Cafe for the group.

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Police seize drugs About 30 police staff have executed 12 search warrants over the past fortnight to prevent the supply of drugs, with about 900 cannabis plants found in Nelson and Marlborough. Police also seized two illegal firearms, one loaded with ammunition, $1700, methamphetamine and cannabis utensils, and an indoor growing system. Another 50 sites on public land were visited by police. Eight people were arrested and will be prosecuted, and one person received a warning. Inspector Dan Mattison says the supply of illicit drugs has a big impact on our community, with people committing burglary to fund their habit.

Picton pool safe The Marlborough Youth Trust, back left, Ross Banbury, Graham Barsanti, Helen McLean, Russell Smith, Alistair Sowman, Dean Buckley, front left, Amaroa Katu, Andrea Cunniffe, youth worker Ginny Young, Deedee Bancroft, manager Jo Lane, Sosaia Mesui and Jo Carey.

By Cathie Bell Marlborough Youth Trust has a new youth worker, a new manager, and new trustees. Ginny Young has started as the trust’s youth worker, and will continue the excellent work done by previous youth worker Jodye Tomalin, manager Jo Lane says. “Jodye did an amazing job last year,” Jo says. She has now moved on to tertiary study in Wellington. Jo says the trust now has a full team on board backing up Ginny and her work for the ‘gorgeous’ youth in Marlborough. They have two programmes underway at the moment – Cactus and the Youth in Emergency Services project – and more events are planned, she says. Youth Week is at the end of May, with the theme this year being youth raising their voices

to be heard. The trustees are Ross Banbury, Graham Barsanti, Helen McLean, Russell Smith, Alistair Sowman, Dean Buckley, Amaroa Katu, Andrea Cunniffe, contractors Deedee Bancroft and Jo Carey, and youth representative Sosaia Mesui. The trust met on Monday afternoon, and trustee Ross Banbury passed over a young rimu tree to the group. The thing about rimu trees, he says, is that they grow very strong and straight, which makes them good for building. “Back when Marlborough won the Ranfurly Shield, I was a chippy, my background is in building, we had a pile of rimu wood delivered from the West Coast.” The wood is heavy and strong, because the rimu is a slow-growing tree, he says.

“It’s strong, because it grows slow, tall and straight. “One thing people need today, something they can see – a pointer, a point of reference. “Your role as trustees is to be a point of reference and not to waver. Young people need consistency, they may not have it at home or in their life.” Continuing the building theme, Ross says the trust has an important guidance role for young people at certain times of their lives. “It’s like the boxing on the outside of concrete – you’re there while it’s being poured, but the boxing is removed when the concrete sets. “The rimu tree has a guide stick of bamboo planted alongside when it’s starting to grow, but when it’s a tall tree, that guide stick won’t be needed anymore, it won’t be there.”

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By Cathie Bell Birthright, the organisation that supports single-parent families, turns 60 in Marlborough this year, and is having an event later this month to celebrate. The event will also mark the end of the organisation, as it is winding up because it is too hard to find people to fill leadership roles. Committee members Carolyn Hannay and Sipa Robson say the group wants to celebrate the 60 years’ milestone with the people who have benefited or been connected with the group in anyway. They encourage people to register for the family-friendly event to be held on March 26 at the Blenheim Indoor Sports Centre by ringing or emailing the group. Carolyn says the group has played an

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Big bucks spent on track By Cathie Bell Landowners in the Queen Charlotte Track Landowners’ Cooperative have invested more than $100,000 into improvements on the track. Cooperative director Lynda Scott-Kelly says those improvements include the completed installation of 16 beautiful seats and benches, from Kenepuru saddle to Anakiwa, along with hand carved location signs and native plantings. “Many seats and benches are located at the top of rises and hills, like the two at Shamrock Ridge, where visitors love to take a break and photograph the stunning views,” she says. “Visitors just love the unique character these seats, benches and landowner signs give to the track.” She says the landowners’ cooperative will celebrate seven years in operation at its annual meeting this month. The cooperative is made up of 10 private landowners, including a Maori trust, and was formally incorporated after 20 years of landowner contributions to the Queen Charlotte Track.

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Done on Dunne Dear Ed, Fed up with getting up in dark due to daylight saving? Well blame Ohariu MP Peter Dunne. He ‘master-minded’ daylight saving and extensions. Now he wants to shift summer holidays back until the weather is hotter. Surely immigration, New Zealand’s heavy debt, society’s ills and violence, deteriorating rivers, sellout to foreigners etc are far more important? Nero (Dunne) fiddles while Rome burns. Dunne entered politics as a MP in the 4th ‘Rogernomics’ Labour government. Since he has been in and out of National and Labour-led governments conveniently jumping over to the government of the day

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Maria Hine and Erin Buutveld volunteer at the Omaka Classic Fighters event.

Airshow an ‘intense’ event The Omaka Classic Fighters airshow, held at Easter, is Marlborough’s biggest event. Maria Hine and Erin Buutveld tell Cathie Bell what it’s like to be a volunteer at the airshow.

It’s the biggest event in Marlborough, and the Classic Fighters airshow brings at least 30,000 people through the gates to watch vintage planes do their thing. The event generally runs smoothly, and that’s down to the efforts of a team of volunteers who work hard to make sure people have a good time. Erin Buutveld has worked at the Aviation Heritage Centre in Omaka ‘since the beginning’, she says, and now she is also in charge of co-ordinating the Classic Fighters’ volunteer effort. At the moment, there are about 60 volunteers on the books, excluding the community groups. “I would like to have 350. And the more the better. It’s more fun when there are more people, it makes the job easier.” Tasks include carparking, running the main gate, ticketing, and all the other things that go into operating a smooth airshow.

“For people who come for the event, it all runs smoothly, things are there when they need them. It seems easy but we’ve got to make sure it’s all working. “There’s a lot to do.” Maria Hine was ‘a classic fighters virgin’ during the last airshow, two years ago. “I’m back for a second go around. It’s bigger and better than last time.” For Erin, her job involves finding people like Maria, people who want to come back and be part of the airshow and community groups who want to do it as a team. But both are quick to say anyone is welcome to join the volunteer effort. Maria says you can ‘literally walk in off the street’. “It’s not a secret society.” Indeed, it’s like one ‘big family’, Erin says, with everyone there to make the airshow ‘awesome’. “We get close quite quickly.

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I only met Maria last year and we’re good friends now.” Maria agrees the volunteer team does make friends quickly. “It’s an intense three days. “You become quite firm friends. Dealing with that number of people coming through, you’ve got to be on your game.” And they’re not joking about the intensity - at the last airshow, one volunteer got two marriage proposals from show visitors. “That was a highlight.” Erin says everyone at the show, attendees and volunteers, had a good time. “It was busy but fun. The attitude of everyone coming in was great, everyone coming to have a good show.” And people shouldn’t be put off by thinking they need to know a lot about the planes either. Maria says she thinks if you don’t know anything about planes, it doesn’t matter. “By the end of the three days,

you can watch something fly over and know what it is by then. “You get schooled up really quickly.” Erin says being a volunteer at the Classic Fighters event gives great access to an event with a special atmosphere. “You’re part of being a team that delivers this amazing airshow. You’re part of that, a really good show. “It is an awesome opportunity to be part of a cool event. The airshow is a massive deal, it’s the biggest event in Marlborough.” Maria says to be a part of that is ‘spectacular’. “It’s big pats on the back all round.” People wanting to volunteer at the Omaka Classic Fighters event can call the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre or go to the event website and fill out a form: www.classicfighters.co.nz/omaka-airshow-volunteering.php

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Top acts coming for fundraiser By Celeste Alexander Two dedicated Alzheimers Marlborough volunteers have organised a variety concert and silent auction to benefit the organisation, headlining the evening with two talented performers. Liz Anderson and Barb Guillemot put their heads together last year and came up with the concert idea which they hope will raise both funds and awareness for Alzheimers Marlborough. “The money we raise will go towards covering the shortfall of funding to ensure the ongoing services that play such an important role in our community,” they say. Mike Field, a Canadian jazz musician, and Helen Medlyn, an opera diva and entertainer, will delight the audience with a night of comedy and music.

For Mike who is currently on his fourth world tour and recently released his chart topping album ‘Attic Jump’, he is looking forward to performing for the Blenheim audience. “When Liz first approached me I thought ‘yeah definitely, it sounds like a great cause’. “I’m also really excited to perform at the new theatre which I’ve heard good things about,” he says. The variety concert and silent auction will be held on Saturday, March 25 from 6pm. “We have a fantastic night planned, now all that remains is to get bums on seats,” Barb says. Tickets cost $60 each and include a glass of wine on arrival and canapes during the evening, and can be purchased from the theatre.

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Marine habitat under scope Marlborough District Council marine scientist Steve Urlich is the guest speaker at the Forest and Bird Society’s monthly meeting tomorrow evening. The society has speakers at meetings on the third Thursday of each month, starting at 7.30pm in the Blenheim School Hall on Seymour Street. In a presentation called Where Have All the Fish Gone? The importance of protecting marine habitats in Marlborough, Steve will talk

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Celebrating three decades By Celeste Alexander In 1987 Daryl Martin stepped out as a one man band and opened his business Martin Motors. Now 30 years later he is celebrating the success of the business and extending his appreciation to all of his customers for their support. While much has changed over that time, he says he’s happy where the business is today. “Thirty years ago I set out to work on my own, so to see how the business has grown is really great, but I couldn’t have done it without the support of the community,” he says. Daryl followed in his father’s footsteps and entered into the automotive industry after leaving school. He took over Webb Automotive in Redwood Street (where MTF Vehicle Finance are now) in March 1987, and changed the name to Martin Motors. “This was the same name as the garage my parents owned in Eastbourne 10 years earlier,” he says. There Daryl intended to operate on his own until it got to the point where he was ‘turning away more work than I was doing’. “Things kept getting busier so I moved into a slightly larger building in Main Street, where the Warehouse carpark

now stands. My wife Wendy suggested we employ another mechanic to help out which we did, the work continued to pick up so we employed a second,” he says. In May 2004 Daryl and Wendy purchased a section on McArtney Street, and with the help of his father Ivan they demolished the existing house to make way for a purposebuilt workshop. Every day the workshop is humming with activity with three mechanics, including Daryl, and Wendy taking care of administration after her other job as a dental receptionist. W hile the staff have changed a few times, Daryl says he feels fortunate to have two ‘really good’ mechanics who have been with him for years. “Tom has been with us for nine years and easily steps up if for any reason I’m not here. Luke has been with us for four and a half years,” he says. Going hand in hand with working in the automotive industry comes involvement in motorsport for Daryl, who races a saloon car at the local speedway track. “In the earlier days my mates were petrol heads so we decided to build a car for speedway and when the track was built I have had involvement in various forms since then.

“The business has sponsored some races and do the odd bit of signage there too. I enjoy it,” he says. To everyone who has been a customer of Martin Motors, Daryl and Wendy thank them for their support. “We have a number of customers that have been with us for the full 30 years and we would like to thank them, as well as all of our customers for their support,” he says. Full mechanical services Daryl and his team Tom and Luke provide full mechanical services. The workshop is equipped with all the modern equipment including two post hoists, diagnostic scan tools, ultrascope, on-car brake lathe, tyre fitting and balancing equipment. “We can carry out a full range of repairs on all makes and models of cars and light commercial vehicles,” Daryl says. Martin Motors is also a member of the Capricorn Organisation which enables it to generally access all parts at competitive prices, and offers a discount to Gold Card members. Martin Motors has a position available for a qualified mechanic. Apply in writing includ i ng you r C V to dmartin@xtra.co.nz.

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The Child Cancer Foundation Marlborough branch is grateful to any support given by the community, like Piper Alexander of Renwick School who was pictured here last year donating $250 collected from students to Sue Rose and Vicky Neal of the Marlborough branch. If a child in the community is diagnosed with cancer, this branch will help to support the family. File photo.

Blenheim appeal this weekend

It’s that time of year again where the people of Marlborough dig deep to support a very worthy cause - the Child Cancer Foundation street appeal. The Marlborough branch of the foundation will have its volunteers out in force this Friday and Saturday with their collection buckets as well as raising awareness of what the organisation does. There will be collection sites at

local supermarkets and the Mitre 10 Mega store. Marlborough branch chairperson Sue Rose says it’s important for people to know that the money collected locally is spent on local children diagnosed with cancer. “The foundation supports those children while they are away for treatment and we also have funds to support children locally with events,” she says.

Sue and her committee also coordinate monthly events for the families they support including coffee groups, Christmas parties and day excursions. “All of this is only made possible with the support of the local community, so thank you for supporting our street appeal and the work we do,” she says.

How we help families impacted by child cancer The Child Cancer Foundation provides strength and comfort to families, parents and children impacted by child cancer. We give personalised support to each family through a one-to-one connection – someone who can help guide them every step of the way now, and in the future. We help with the big things like emotional, social and practical support. But also the little things they have probably never even thought about. We provide strength in times of doubt, comfort in times of sadness and celebrate times of joy. Every family is different and so is the support they receive. Here are some examples of just some of the support families receive. Family support co-ordinator Our co-ordinators are there for families from the day of their

child’s cancer diagnosis. Many families will be supported by two co-ordinators, one at the treatment centre and one in their community, who work closely together to ensure the needs of the family are met no matter where they are based. Essential care kit Our essential care kits includes little things that will have been forgotten in the rush to hospital and practical items to help during their stay and when they return home. Basics like toothbrushes and shampoo; a comforting blanket, pillow and books, details of the support Child Cancer Foundation provides, our Beads of Courage® programme; along with hospital maps and fact-sheets, all packaged into a roller bag. Travel assistance Over 70% of the families Child Cancer Foundation supports have

to travel outside their community to receive treatment. Even for families who live near to the hospital, the cost of petrol and parking from hundreds of trips quickly adds up. We assist with travel costs and help keep families together. Household support We offer help by assisting with groceries, heating and electricity costs as well as other basic living needs that families may struggle to meet during such a difficult time. Support in the community We coordinate local parent support groups and provide camps for families and siblings of children with cancer, allowing them to connect, communicate and find strength from shared experiences. Our support is powered by you, your donations and ongoing support, so thank you!

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St Mary’s Gala The school’s annual gala went ahead on Saturday despite the rain but people had a good time anyway.

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 Josh Wilkinson, Aaron Jay and Jeremiah Love.  Members of the Countdown team, Craig Unsworth, Christian Piggott, Colin Watty and Kelly Hall.

 Members of the Marlborough Cadet Corp team, Karl Millan, Joseph Kenny, Jack Malin, Jack Uren and George Marshall.

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Calling for new members. If you play an orchestral instrument and would love to join in please email marlboroughcivicorchestra@ gmail.com for more information.

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.

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.

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

Keeping U Moving, Walking & Balance 50+ Thursdays except the 4th Thursday of month. St Christopher’s Hall 11.30-12.30. Bookings essential 021 2230160, donation for a cup of tea.

death notices SHEPHERD (nee Hall), Janine Faye: It is with great sadness that Marjorie and Keith announce the death of their daughter Janine aged 48 at Mercy Hospice Auckland on 13th March 2017 after a courageous battle. Janine was the much loved partner of Steve, adored mother of Anabelle. Sister and sister-in-law of Kerren and Sean, aunty of Connie and Olive. A loved niece and cousin. A memorial service will be held in Blenheim at a date to be advised. Messages to 30 Glenroy Cres. Blenheim 7201.

Mental Health Consumer Advocacy Service 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.

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Volunteers Urgently Needed The deadline is Monday 5.00pm. Please contact the Sun for further details.

At Sheets and Things, can you help? All profits from our shop help Bread of Life’s work in this community. Phone Annie 0211602782.

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community services Marlborough After Hours GP Services: Wairau Hospital campus, after 6pm. Reception 520 6377. Office 520 9980. Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non urgent 579 4870. After Hours Chemists: Springlands Pharmacy 9am-6pm, 7 days. Ph 5782271. Community Care Pharmacy: Within the Blenheim Warehouse, open 7 days 9am-8pm. Only closed Christmas Day. Diabetes Marlborough Inc: Office hours 9am3pm Mon-Thu 5775549. Reg. Nurse 1pm-5pm Wed, 8.30am-5pm Thu & Fri 5206200 (Mary). Lifeline Marlborough: 0800 543354, 24hr helpline. Marlborough Women's Refuge, Rape and Sexual Abuse Resource Centre: Crisis line, phone Wairau Hospital 520 9999, for Women's Refuge contact numbers. Overeaters Anonymous: For more information. Ph 570 5137 Alcoholics Anonymous: Rose 5777651, Harvey 578 8125. Citizens Advice Bureau - Free, friendly, confidential advice. Mon - Fri 9.30am - 4pm. Phone 578 4272. Victim Support: 0800 VICTIM (0800 842 846)

Al-Anon: Help for families & friends of alcoholics. Ph Margaret 578 4690 or Aley 021 434117. Alzheimers Society Marlborough: 577 6172, 8 Wither Rd. Open Monday - Friday, 8.30 - 4.30pm Hospital Visiting Hours: Wairau Hospital: Daily 11.30am-7.30pm, children under 12 may visit parents only. Maternity Ward: 10am-Noon, 4pm-7pm. Children's Ward: Daily 10am-8pm. Visiting at all times is subject to the discretion of the nurse in charge of the ward. Marlborough Family Budgeting: - Free confidential budgeting advice. Monday-Thursday. Phone 578 2006. Marlborough Lupus Support: For more information phone Katrina 572 4333 or 021 502 451. PICTON Doctor: Phone weekend doctor 573 6092 or Marlborough After Hours GP Service 520 6377. Office 520 9980. Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non-urgent 579 4870. Chemist: Picton Healthcare Pharmacy. Ph 573 6420 Mon -Fri 8.30-5.30pm, Sat 9-2pm, Queen Charlotte Pharmacy 573 7927 Sat 9-1pm.

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FLAXBOURNE A & P SHOW SUNDAY 26 MARCH New events to see FREE TRADE & CRAFT SITES AVAILABLE on application Bernadette Gilmore Ph 577 7174

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Marlborough Vehicle Removals Ph Brent 027 766 7105

MISSING CAT

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Could be anywhere in the area. Tabby on top and tabby tail, white underneath, white chest and legs, light pink nose and green eyes. Seth is an old cat, quite deaf and probably disorientated. Very friendly, is microchipped, has been spotted. Any information welcomed. He is very loved and missed. Reward offered.

Please phone Katrina 0274 284 699 or 577 6000

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YOU ARE INVITED TO OUR

Annual General Meeting When : Wednesday, 22th March 2017 Time : 7.00 p.m. Where : Marlborough Riding for the Disabled Conference Room Churchwood Park, Taylor Pass Road, Blenheim. Agenda : Annual Reports Election of Executive Committee Elections Any nominations should be made prior to meeting date. Get involved, make a difference, be empowered. Any enquiries about the meeting to MRDA office 578-3051

Public Notice - Form 7 Section 101 Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012

Drivers over 65 years of age FREE SAFE DRIVING COURSE Based on the Road Code DATE: Thursday 23rd March, 2017 AT: The Wesley Centre, Henry St TIME: 1:30pm - 4pm Please register your interest with Nigel on Ph 578 5256

WHAT'S ON Tonight Housie 7.00pm – Club Hall Quiz 7.15pm - Club Bar

MARLBOROUGH ROAD SAFETY COUNCIL

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Oakwood 2010 Ltd has made application to the District Licensing Committee at Blenheim for the renewel of an Off Licence in respect of the premises situated at 1 Westwood Avenue, Blenheim, Marlborough District known as PAK’nSAVE Blenheim. The general nature of the business to be conducted (or to be conducted) under the licence is supermarket. The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is (or is intended to be) sold under the licence are 7.00am to 11.00pm. The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the office of the Marlborough District Licensing Committee at the Council Offices, Seymour Street, Blenheim. Any person who is entitled to object and who wishes to object to the grant of the application may, not later than 15 working days after the date of the first publication of this notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with the Secretary of the District Licensing Committee at PO Box 443, Blenheim 7240. This is the second publication of this notice. The first publication of this notice was made on March 8, 2017.

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WRITING a book? We print and publish books and e-books. No-obligation discussion. 03 5794709, www. prismaprint.co.nz info@ prismaprint.co.nz

MOLE checks - for a thorough skin check u s i n g d e r m o s c o py. Call the Skin Clinic 578 1665.

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public notice

The Wairau Presbyterian Parish is seeking a sole charge Office Administrator/Treasurer

Join our Despatch team Nelson Forests grows and processes timber in Nelson and Marlborough. We have an opportunity in Despatch for a new team member to join our modern and efficient Kaituna Sawmill, based west of Blenheim. We offer a strong safety culture, our workplace is drug and alcohol free and we provide onsite training. If you are physically fit and take pride in producing a quality product. It would be an advantage (but not essential) if you have a forklift and chainsaw licence and a knowledge of timber. Please send a CV or register your interest by emailing: Mill.Reception@nelsonforests.com or call the Kaituna Office for an application form on 03 572 8921

The ideal candidate will have: • Excellent communication skills • Empathy, reliability and trustworthiness • An ability to work unsupervised and prioritise • Experience with Microsoft Office programmes · Good accounting knowledge and be familiar with MYOB • A willingness to support the vision, goals and values of the Parish Job Descriptions are available from: St. Ninian’s Church Office, Ph 5788895 or email wairauparish@xtra.co.nz Written applications including a CV, required by Wednesday 22nd March.

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AccountAnt Experienced Accountant needed • Established Top of South employer • Focus on people and numbers • Key leadership role To find out more about this fantastic opportunity please phone Lucy MacLean ph: 021 358 668.

Phone (03) 5777 868 classifieds@ blenheimsun.co.nz

Wednesday Sun The

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Blenheim Marlborough

The

PSA Nelson Marlborough organiser Mike Cunliffe and Nico Woodward.

Health workers ‘missing’ A display of 200 cutout figures was set up at Seymour Square to highlight the ‘missing’ workers in the health system. Healthcare union organisers say that nine out of ten people working in health say they don’t have enough staff or resources. The YesWeCare.nz Survey of 6000 health workers found 90 per cent say the health system doesn’t have the staff and resource required to

give New Zealanders the healthcare they need when they need it. The display, in Blenheim last Friday, is part of a national roadshow this month by a new community - health workforce coalition for better health funding, called YesWeCare.nz. Auckland-based emergency nurse Nico Woodward says health underfunding is New Zealand’s biggest health risk.

“I get as frustrated and angry as patients and families with emergency department delays,” he says. “Not being able to care for someone, when you know you could if you were staffed properly, is distressing.” He says health funding hasn’t kept up with an ageing and growing population. The Council of Trade Unions estimates the government has underfunded health by more than $1.85 billion.

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We are seeking a Diesel Mechanic with experience in tractor and harvester maintenance who has an understanding of hydraulic, auto electrical systems to undertake routine maintenance on our vineyard mobile plant and equipment. Experience in the below would be highly regarded: • Late model John Deere tractors • Gregoire Harvesters • Silvan Spray Equipment • Overhead gantry crane and load slinging On a day-to-day basis key responsibilities will include: • Preventative and breakdown maintenance on vineyard mobile equipment • Maintaining accurate service records • Welding, fabrication • Auto Electrical, A/C serving and repairs • Hydraulic attachment repairs • A Field Service or Workshop role can be negotiated Join our professional team in a structured and supportive environment, working in our new state-of-the-art Marlborough workshop repairing equipment in accordance with manufacturer standards and specifications. If you have a positive can-do attitude and want to be part of a team reporting to the National Plant and Equipment Manager then please apply at www.delegat.com/careers Alternatively, contact our National Viticulture Office for an application form on (03) 572 6300, 1st Floor, Riverview House, 13 Alfred Street, Blenheim 7201.

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The Sun

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Wednesday March 15, 2017

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Kennard to step down in July History-making Kiwi rally co-driver John Kennard will step down from his role as Hayden Paddon’s co-driver in the FIA World Rally Championship after July’s Rally Finland. Kennard, based in Blenheim, and Paddon have enjoyed a 12-year partnership which has taken the now famous Kiwi pair from domestic rally competition to the heights of world rallying. During his time in world rally competition, Kennard made his own mark, particularly in the years alongside Paddon. He competed in New Zealand as a driver back in the late ‘70s, but moved to the codriver’s seat in 1985, claiming his first WRC podium alongside Kiwi driver Malcolm Stewart at Rally New Zealand in 1988. Kennard has also worked for WRC teams, firstly as team co-ordinator for Mitsubishi Japan, a similar role with Prodrive’s Subaru World Rally Team and then a year managing Mitsubishi’s rally programme in USA. He began a Marlborough vineyard business with business partner Brett Rawstron in 2003, but meeting Paddon in 2005 brought Kennard

The Sun

Horse of the Year win Equestrian Melissa Galloway from Blenheim won the dressage Level 4 category at the Horse of the Year event in the Hawkes Bay last weekend, riding Windermere J’Obei W.

back into the sport competitively and together, they won the New Zealand Rally Championship in 2008 and 2009. They made history with their victory at Rally Argentina as the first New Zealanders to ever win a round of the FIA World Rally Championship. Kennard says that after 12 years as Hayden’s co-driver, it will be hard to lever himself out of that Hyundai i20 Coupe WRC seat for the last time. “But now, it’s timely that we re-arrange roles for maximum effect and to help complete the quest we’re all on – to bring the WRC Championship trophy home to New Zealand.” Paddon says he can’t thank John enough for everything he’s contributed in these 12 years. “But this is not the end. He will stay involved, helping me behind the scenes and, as he has played an important part in the journey so far, it’s only natural that he remains a part of it.” An announcement regarding Paddon’s new co-driver from Finland onwards will be made John Kennard is stepping out of his co-driver’s role in July. within a few days.

Cricket report Both Tasman Premier League games were washed out last Saturday with Marlborough Labour Hire Falcons remaining 4 points clear at the top of the table with two games remaining. This Saturday both Marlborough teams are again playing at Horton Park with the Falcons taking on WTTU while the Dolphins play Wakatu. Both games start at 11am. All 2nd grade games were also casualties of the wet weather but there was action in 3rd grade with wins for Renwick and Picton QCC leaving the competition wide open with one round to play. Current standings see Renwick & Celtic on 16 pts with Wairau on 12pts and Picton QCC on 6. In 2nd Grade Picton are confirmed as one finalist with Renwick and Wairau tied on 20 pts and the two Celtic teams a further 4 pts back and still in with a chance if both Renwick and Wairau slip up in final round action this Saturday.

Karts are go Kartsport Marlborough is hosting the third and final round of its Twilight series on Saturday at the Cresswell Electrical Raceway on Wither Road. Club spokesman Neil Butts says that in the juniors Sam Buglar and Arthur Broughan are leading their respective classes. “Sam in the Mini Rok class has put together four first and second placings over the eight heats so far to have a good lead,” he says. “Arthur in the Cadet Rok driving in his first competitive race series is consistently finishing thirds and fourths and will have to drive very well in the last round to stay on the podium in what is a very tight points table.” William Exton has returned from his overseas racing in Italy and Australia to sit third

in Rotax Junior class, Neil says. In the Seniors Rotax Light drivers Richie Chapman and Daniel Francis have some work to do to improve their placings and will be looking forward to some solid results in the last round, he says. “The very competitive Rotax Heavies is being dominated by Kevin Barker from Nelson. Local drivers Neil Butts and Peter Richardson are locked in the battle for the third spot on the podium.” A new class to Kartsport is the Briggs powered class, designed to be a cost effective class for people who would like to race on a smaller budget, Neil says. “Racing is always very tight and competitive.” Racing starts at 3pm, and entry is free with all spectators are welcome.

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