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Safety focus

Call for more monitoring on road users

By Cathie Bell A Blenheim man who was seriously injured in a cycling accident is calling on the council to do more to record accidents.

Mark Batchelor says the collecting of good information on accidents and near-misses between cars, cyclists, and pedestrians mean better decisions will be made about dangerous ‘hot-spots’ and road design in the future.

The Sun mapped four years of available accident data and found Alabama Road is the worst road for cycle accidents in Blenheim, work that hasn’t been done before.

Continued on page 2 Mark Batchelor, in High Street, is a keen cyclist.

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Council to be asked to fund cycle safety monitoring Continued from page 1 Mark is writing a submission to the Marlborough District Council as part of the annual plan process, asking it to fund and promote a system of reporting, collating, and mapping accidents.

The problem with the current system with data drawn from police reports, he says, is that not all accidents are reported to the police, and therefore aren’t included in the data. Near-misses are also not recorded.

“The council has a system of reporting and collecting this information but this is not high profile.”

The council website could be used to allow reports to be lodged by clicking on an icon perhaps on the home page, to make it easier for people to record accidents and near-misses, Mark suggests.

This will also allow motorists and pedestrians to share their close call and accident experiences either with cycles, pedestrians or cars. He says this will provide an accumulating record of information for use when assessing accident or danger hot spots for improvement.

Motorists could also report issues with cyclists, Mark says, ‘recognising that both cyclists and motorists contribute to or cause incidents and often it might also be natural and built environment factors that influence the propensity for accidents and the outcomes’.

The information could be used as ‘regularly reported community health indicators’, enabling decisions to be made about hot spots during the year when they are identified as requiring immediate attention

or programming work, he says.

This information could also be used for a ‘safe commuting map’.

“The time is right to have this included in the annual plan budgeting. When compared with the cost of capital projects it is a minor cost and predominately an information collection and reporting process that can lead into regulatory, design and planning decision processes.

“This also compares well with the lolly scramble for money for many of the other nice-to-have contributions requested through the annual plan process, as this one is about community safety and welfare and applies to all of the community as it will provide dividends to motorists, cyclist, pedestrians, and the council’s management processes.”

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An artist’s impression of the site’s upgrade.

Old supermarket renovation underway

By Cathie Bell It has taken longer than hoped, but the renovation of the old supermarket building in Redwoodtown is underway.

Redwoodtown Development’s Paul Ham says the building is to be strengthened to meet earthquake standards and upgraded

to house up to six potential shop spaces, although that could be changed for a particular tenant who wanted a larger space.

There has been interest in the site, he says, but he doesn’t expect any offers until the upgrade is complete.

“There is a lot of foot traffic in the area

since the opening of the new Countdown.”

A covered pathway alongside the building will be built up so that people can walk straight into shops.

A patio park will be built at the northern end, and could house a cafe business.

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Woodbourne speed increase The New Zealand Transport Agency has increased the speed limit between Blenheim and Woodbourne to 100km/h, back to what it was before earthquake restrictions were imposed. A review of the route from Picton to Christchurch found the 80km/h limit restriction was not right and the 100km/h speed limit is ‘more appropriate for this section of road’.

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Sounds Air managing director Andrew Crawford meets passengers on the first Christchurch to Blenheim flight. File photo.

Sounds Air booming

By Cathie Bell Sounds Air is heading into its thirtieth year of operations with full flights to an ‘impressive’ list of towns, managing director Andrew Crawford says.

Speaking at a Marlborough Chamber of Commerce event, Andrew says his airline is doing well with flights almost ‘too full’.

“It’s getting so people can’t get on the flights they want. It seems like an odd problem to have, full flights, but you don’t want to annoy customers who can’t get to travel when they want.”

Andrew became Sounds Airs managing director in December 2003, and the company has been through ‘some surges and troughs, highs and lows’, he says.

“The last few years, we have developed dramatically, due in no small part from Air New Zealand dropping regional airports.

“I understand exactly why Air New Zealand did it.

“We know our place, we’re a second tier airline, flying on Air New Zealand’s coat tails.”

Marlborough Airport has an ‘impressive’

list of destinations, he says, with Sounds Air flights to Kaikoura, Paraparaumu, Wellington, Christchurch, and Napier.

“And don’t forget what Air New Zealand has – we’re very well-served.”

Air NZ Nelson Marlborough regional sales manager Kendal Tobeck, speaking at the same event, says there is more capacity on the Air New Zealand flights to Auckland and Wellington, with about 47,000 seats available to Blenheim.

“We have seen passenger growth of eight per cent and an average fare reduction of five per cent.” Air New Zealand dropped the BlenheimChristchurch route on July 31 last year, and Sounds Air took the route over.

Air NZ has upgraded its regional fleet to ATRs and Q300s, and the 50-seat Q300s were too large for the route to be economic.

Sounds Air flies a nine-seater Pilatus PC12 plane on the Blenheim-Christchurch route, the same planes it flies on the Wellington to Taupo and Westport routes.

The airline added a Blenheim-Kaikoura-

Christchurch route after last year’s earthquake and that has been well-used, Andrew says.

Sounds Air has increased its fleet, with five of the Pilatus PC12 planes operating, one as a charter plane, he says.

“The PC12 plane is like a small jet, it flies high and faster. Once you’ve travelled in that, you won’t want to fly in anything else.”

Blenheim is a popular spot for charter flights, along with ‘big golfing areas’ such as Kerikeri, Napier, and Queenstown, Andrew says.

“No-one wants to go to Rotorua. I thought there would be big but it’s not.”

Marlborough Airport chief executive Dean Heiford says the airport is back to being ‘almost too small a terminal’ again with the increased capacity of flights through Marlborough.

It is also ‘very unusual’ not having State Highway One open south, which has caused ‘challenges’, he says.

The November 14 earthquake caused slips and shifts in the ground, closing the state highway and the rail line south. They are not expected to open until the end of this year.

Another breakfast for homeless people is being held this Sunday at 9am at the Salvation Army centre in George Street, Blenheim. Organiser Michael Mooney says Sunday is a difficult day for the homeless with many services shut. It is the fifth month of providing breakfasts, he says. “We are offering fellowship, companionship and all who are struggling not just the homeless but also those supported off the streets

by Work and Income are welcome.”

Fire alarm evacuates Forum building A false fire alarm sparked the evacuation of The Forum building in Blenheim just after noon yesterday.

Office staff and customers dining in the upstairs restaurant and downstairs cafes assembled outside until the Blenheim Fire Brigade gave the all clear to re-enter.

Land takeover The Government is using the Public Works Act to get land at 78 Grove Road and along State Highway One to build the new Grove Road bridge, with the first notice of the takeover happening yesterday. Land Information Minister Mark Mitchell says the owner of the land and those with a registered interest have been served with notice of the intention to take the land. The Government plans to build another bridge alongside the current one, making each bridge one-way.

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Our own gin

Derry stretches out Cornerstone Bar will have tables and chairs out on George Street when new owner John Derry re-opens after refurbishment. The Marlborough District Council gave approval to his proposal to put ten tables out on the street, the way the bar has already in Queen Street.

Anita’s Store to re-open Anita’s Organic Store is to re-open shortly in its new Symons Street premises. The store had to abruptly abandon the business when the Queen Street building it had been in was red-stickered after November’s earthquake and later demolished.

Jane Walkenhorst with her Marlborough gins, Riot and Rose.

Tile shop in Picton Tile Rite has opened a retail shop in Picton.

The store in York Street, Picton, means customers can come see the tiles on offer.

Chinese sister-city bond Marlborough will sign a formal sistercity relationship agreement with Ningxia in China, the Marlborough District Council agreed yesterday. Councillors at the planning, finance and community committee agreed to mayor John Leggett signing the agreement when Ningxia officials visit next month.

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By Celeste Alexander The Hairy Mussel company at Havelock has changed hands, and is now owned and operated by the local Blom family.

Tim and Helen Madden sold the business to Art and Helen Blom who officially take over on April 1. Tim and Helen will remain in partnership with the farming side of the business.

“We are thrilled to be handing the business over to the Blom family as they have a

lot of energy and enthusiasm, so we wish them well,” Tim says.

Tim and Helen will now be focusing on their bee business ‘3Bee’ in partnership with Dorje and Andrea Strang, and will specialise in producing manuka honey, products and cosmetics which will be sold overseas.

“We are three months away from launching, we are just sorting out the packaging,” Tim says.

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The Blom family, Emma, Maegen and Art Blom (Helen Blom absent).

They are pictured here at the Mussel Festival last weekend.

Water meters on the cards Water meters may be installed in Renwick following a community meeting this week.

More than 80 residents attended a meeting at the Renwick Community Hall on Wednesday to talk about water supply and meters.

Marlborough District Council operations and maintenance engineer Stephen Rooney says the meeting was constructive and enabled the community to better understand existing water charges and

options for charging under a metered system.

“We then asked the community whether it preferred the current method of charging or meters, and how they’d prefer to be charged for water use under a metered system.”

A significant majority voted for meters, and for charges to be calculated on a base fee set at the minimum consumption level per household, with a cubic metre rate to be charged for additional usage, he says.

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The community’s feedback and preferences will be presented to council’s Assets and Services Committee in late April, along with a recommendation to install water meters in Renwick.

An upgrade to Renwick’s water supply is already underway, with new wells, reservoir and treatment plant expected to be providing a more reliable and quality water source for the community within the next three years.

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on the 1743 riots against a gin tax in England; and Rose, a more floral version, based on the 1920s Great Gatsby era.

Jane says the gin is based in Marlborough, using organic and local ingredients wherever possible, but distilled in Nelson.

“We’re really wanting to be all about the local. We want to build a base here, it’s about time Marlborough had a gin.”

• Riot and Rose gin costs $74.99 a bottle and is available at Wino’s in Grove Road and the Gourmet Collection at the Vines Village.

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By Cathie Bell Jane Walkenhorst thinks it is about time Marlborough had its own gin, so now her Riot and Rose gins are on sale.

About two years ago, Jane and her winemaker husband Anthony decided they wanted to do something together.

The couple are both gin drinkers, Jane says, and they decided to try that.

“It’s the versatility of it. There’s a gin drink for everybody.”

They have two signature gins: Riot, a more classic recipe, based

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COUNCIL NEWS Rewards for responsible dog owners

Take care using courtesy crossings

Animal Control is rewarding responsible dog owners with treats for their pets in the next few weeks as they spread the message about pet ownership responsibilities.

Owners need to ensure their pets are always under control when they’re out in public whether on or off the leash.

It’s a dog owner’s responsibility to make sure their pet is not a nuisance to others; that means not causing stress to other people, pets, stock or wildlife.

It should go without saying that people must clean up after their pets, register them and care for them properly.

For more information or advice: www.marlborough.govt.nz/Services/ Animals/Animal-Control. Maataa Waka Animal Control phone 520 9033.

All dogs registered since July 2006 (not including working dogs) must be microchipped. Animal Control provides this service at a charge of $25.60.

Courtesy crossings are not official pedestrian crossings.

They are usually made of bricks or paving and raised above the level of the road.

They are a place where drivers may stop safely to allow pedestrians to cross.

However, drivers are not obliged to stop at courtesy crossings and pedestrians should use these crossings with care.

It’s best to establish direct eye contact with an oncoming driver before stepping out on to a courtesy crossing.

Nathan Metcalf from Maataa Waka Animal Control meets Mia Yealands on her walk along the Taylor River with her dogs Wolf and Archie ‘Hotwheels’.

No increase in dog registration fee Council has decided to hold dog registration fees at their present level for another year.

They’ll review the fee structure next year with the possibility of introducing a fee subsidy to encourage and recognise responsible dog owners.

Registration costs have not changed since 2009.

However, since 2015, a portion of the costs of Animal Control have been met by general ratepayers, not just

dog owners, recognising that there is some broader public benefit from Animal Control’s activities.

Dog registration fees are due by 1 July each year. Dog owners are charged a late payment penalty (50% of the registration fee) if they pay after 31 July.

Council’s aim is to encourage responsible dog ownership so that owners can enjoy their dogs without infringing on the enjoyment and safety of others.

Council’s transfer stations accept car tyres for recycling In the past, the dumping fee has been based on the size of the tyre but, with the new waste sorting facilities, dumping charges are based on weight.

The new fee will be $687.50 per tonne including GST so the typical cost of dumping one car tyre would

be $5.50.

Tyres dumped in Marlborough are sent to Christchurch where they are baled for export to offshore recycling businesses.

Burning tyres is an environmental and health hazard and is prohibited in Marlborough.

Positive Ageing - Foot care Looking after feet is a crucial part of nursing care, particularly for older patients who may be unable to care for their own feet. It can prevent mobility problems and social isolation.

Even minor matters, if not attended to, can lead to more serious problems, especially in conjunction with other health conditions like diabetes. Dryness can cause skin to split which can lead to infections.

Even for those living in their own homes, regular assistance may need to be arranged as many older people are unable to cut their own toenails

because they can’t reach their feet or feel dizzy if they bend over, they may have poor eyesight or difficulty using clippers or nail scissors.

It’s good practice to: • wash and carefully dry feet daily • change socks or stockings daily and wear properly fitting shoes • avoid extreme heat and cold • exercise to increase blood flow and keep feet flexible.

Fungal infections, corns and ingrown toenails all need attention. Visit a local podiatrist or consult your GP.

Community News - Neighbours’ Day When did you last take a moment to chat over the fence to your neighbour? It’s something everyone used to do, before life got so busy. This year Neighbours’ Day is 25 and 26 March, a good time to get together for a barbecue or cuppa. Many of us don’t need a special day to remind us to be neighbourly; we have close-knit

streets with Neighbourhood Support in place. But if you don’t know your neighbours, this is a good excuse to extend the hand, introduce yourself and offer some hospitality.

Help make your street into a neighbourhood.

If you would like information about setting up Neighbourhood Support in your street Ph: 03 520 7490.

Drivers should always be courteous to pedestrians waiting to use a crossing.

Since courtesy crossings were installed in central Blenheim in 1994, there has been only one reported accident.

Marlborough Roads statistics indicate there was an average of three accidents a year when zebra crossings were the only option.

Blenheim’s courtesy crossings meet all NZTA safety guidelines, unlike similar crossings in other towns which have added warning messages to compensate.

TUIA Maori leadership programme An 18-year-old former Marlborough Boys’ College student is the first local teenager to be chosen to take part in a local government scheme to develop the leadership capacity of young Maori.

For the first time, the Council has signed up for TUIA, the rangatahi leadership programme run by the Mayors’ Taskforce for Jobs. As part of the programme Mayor John Leggett and Tane Henderson-Deakin will provide monthly mutual mentoring. Tane’s future aspiration is to become a wood carver.

The year-long programme is an opportunity for participants to learn about the civic leadership of their region and to build their own personal leadership skills.

“Tane will be joining me one day each month and invited to attend when I meet with local iwi. He’ll attend council meetings to learn about the way the district runs. At the same time, I will be learning some te Reo Maori and tikanga from a rangatahi Maori perspective,” said the Mayor.

A 100-hour community service project is part of

the TUIA programme, and rangatahi also get the opportunity to build networks with other aspiring leaders from around the country by attending leadership development wananga.

Temporary road closure - Saint Clair Street food event 12 May, 2017 On Friday 12 May 2017 the followings road is proposed to be closed to ordinary vehicle traffic for the purposes of the Saint Clair Street food event.

• Market Street between Wynen Street and High Street between the hours of noon and midnight.

During the proposed period of closure, ordinary vehicular traffic may use the road being closed between events under the supervision and authority of an officer of the New Zealand Police (Traffic safety branch).

It will be an offence under the above regulations for any person other than under the authority of an authorised permit to use the road for ordinary vehicular traffic during the period of closure.

Persons wishing to object to the proposal are to lodge their objection and grounds in writing before 14 April 2017 at the office of Marlborough Roads, Level 1, The Forum, Market Street, Blenheim or PO Box 1031, Blenheim 7201.

For all enquiries please contact Sandra Boyd on Ph: 03 520 8330.

Temporary road closure - Charter Parade Saturday, 1 April, 2017 On Saturday 1 April 2017 the following streets will be closed to ordinary vehicle traffic from 10.30 am to 1.30 pm for the purpose of the RNZAF Charter Parade.

• Alfred Street from Henry Street to Seymour Street; and • Seymour Street from High Street to Alfred Street.

Notice is also given that parking will be prohibited and cars will be removed from 6.00 am to 1.30 pm in Seymour Street from High Street to John Street and Alfred Street from Henry Street to Seymour Street.

During the period of closure, ordinary vehicular traffic may use the road being closed between events under the supervision and authority of an Officer of the New Zealand Police (Traffic Safety Branch).

It will be an offence under the above regulations

Marlborough District Council PO Box 443 Blenheim 7240 New Zealand

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

for any person other than under the authority of an authorised permit to use the road for ordinary vehicular traffic during the period of closure.

This notice is hereby given under Section 342 of the Local Government Act 1974.

Any enquiries should be addressed to Sandra Boyd, Marlborough Roads, Ph: 03 520 8330.

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Drugs

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So funny you tell the cops about dealers and they do nothing.

You wonder why it’s out of control.

I would like to know why all these cars going down Faulkland Drive think it’s a bloody race track. All day and night.

To ‘pension’ last week

Bad driving

Our Mail Why don’t the posties put the mail into the letter box properly.

Every time we have rain my mail gets wet because it is sticking out the front of the box.

Once I asked girl postie nicely if she would push my mail into the box and I received a not so nice reply.

Also papers seem to get put in the mail hole more than in the paper hole.

Road works Unbelievable Friday 17 going through Havelock and they are putting new seal down as you enter the township.

Come on!

We all know the Mussel Festival is on this weekend, why doesn’t NZ Transport know?

I feel for those that suffer paint chips, broken windows and are held up in traffic queues.

Horse riders To the horse riders on Rarangi Beach, by all means ride your horses on the beach front but not on the walking track.

You are cutting the track up and leaving horse poos everywhere.

The track is getting difficult to walk on with the hoof prints.

This is not what the track was made for.

Quote of the year Teresa May, the British Prime Minister - “Politics is not a game”, oh sister; come and visit us.

Havelock Mussel Festival Sad! Food and stalls great!

But no MC and only short bursts of music.

Used to go for entertainment.

Our group probably won’t go again!

Child Care Reply to fitness studio request for child care.

Blenheim indoor sports offer fitness classes with child care, have done for the past six years.

Warwick St To whoever is slighting Warwick St residents!

It’s not a racial or anti vineyard workers issue at all!

We have no problem with them.

It is the fact it is a large accommodation place and we don’t want the disturbances that go with it in our street.

Then there’s the fact of how many, we know another has twice the people it was allocated in it!

Would you like it next to you?

Just about got hit again, car coming out of drive, driver looked left didn’t even glance to the right.

Cats again I live down the bottom of Faulkland Drive and I am sick of all the tom cats coming into my yard and spraying everywhere.

Get your toms fixed.

Or you don’t deserve to have a cat.

I have two cats, so it’s not like I hate them.

Amazing dog Uber in Blenheim Come on Uber come to Blenheim! We need it.

What an amazing dog that features on the ad for dog food.

I want one.

Guess I’d have to line up.

Dog would be popular!

Pay for what you dumping Those blokes up there doing a grand job.

We only have to smell that odour for less than 5 minutes.

They work with that all day, heat & rain.

So what if they recycle and sell on.

At least they are working.

Go to the council office and complain.

Aggressive driving To the aggressive female driver in the grey sedan following me over the hill from Nelson to Blenheim Saturday afternoon.

Thanks for putting the life of myself, my baby and his grandmother at risk by overtaking on the bend then pulling in front of me and applying your brakes!

You should be ashamed of your disgusting behaviour.

All so you could get home five minutes before anyone else.

You’re lucky no one arrived home in a coffin.

Get a grip of your temper.

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Road repairs An eyesore What a shame the site on the corner of Main Street and Park Terrace (formerly Phil Brown Motors) has been leased (presumably) to a business such as it is!

Not a nice sight to see as exiting onto the main road out of Blenheim, and those homes south of there.

I see it daily, and not a nice sight.

Wonder how long before an uncontrollable tyre hits the road and possibly a passing vehicle?

Thanks Phil, you had pride, and personality!

Marlborough roading.

How many visits from you to get road bump fixed at the Seventeen Valley Creek bridge.

It’s not good on car suspension.

Please get it sorted.

Pet guinea pigs missing Our pet guinea pigs vanished on Friday night from two separate cages, the cages were still intact & no interference visible.

These had been our pets for six & half years, well loved & cared for.

If you know who took these from our Old Renwick Road property during Friday night please report them.

It was a crime.

New to Blenheim I am wanting to meet new people interested in learning Latin dancing but have two left feet and don’t have a partner - any dance clubs or schools in Blenheim?

We are 50 and 54, have planned for our future, paid taxes for many years through wages, Kiwi Saver, business tax & GST which I don’t think some people realise companies pay to the government.

We have never received any government entitlements and neither have our kids.

Good to be pre-warned to know that we will get pension when we are 65.

We and our retired parents deserve it.

Annoying phone calls

4 LET A CALL GO TO VOICEMAIL 4 SAFELY STOP TO RESPOND TO CALLS AND TXTS 4 LET A PASSENGER TAKE YOUR CALLS AND TXTS

The computer people kept ringing me a lot, so l used a whistle and they haven’t rung me back.

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Grant and Adrian Finch from Auckland sold their Wakamarina Road property and were the lucky winners. “A fantastic flight , with the perspective from a helicopter being really awesome looking at the home we built and owned for over 25 years.”

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5 MINUTES WITH: Michael Boyd Barista for JAys Cafe

Q A Q A Q A

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

I have a habit of successfully annoying others.

One of my best holidays was...

Going to Fiji and finding out about charging to room service.

What ’s your fondest childhood memory?

Leading holiday camps during school holidays at Camp Columba.

Q A Q A Q A

What’s your favourite meal?

Cauliflower mac’n cheese.

My guilty TV pleasure is .....

Death Note.

What’s your greatest fear?

Heights.

Q A Q A Q A

How do you want to be remembered?

As a fun, happy person who makes the most of everything.

Who would you love to share a meal with?

Kevin Hart and my wife Rosemary-Eve. What is the one thing people don’t know about you?

I used to own a cafe and roast coffee with my wife, and I’m a bit of a science geek.

NELSON COLLEGE

Young men taking their place in the world

BOARDING INFORMATION MEETING MARLBOROUGH CONVENTION CENTRE Monday 10 April, 3.30pm - 6.30pm Deputy Principal Jim Dickin will be available to show you what boardng at Nelson College can offer. All prospective and existing families welcome drop in or come to our OPEN DAY at Nelson College.

• Curriculum pathways tailored for boys including Trades Academy courses • Extensive & successful co-curricular/sporting programmes • Leadership & Mentoring of junior students • Refurbished Boarding facilities • ‘Nelson College is a high-performing boys’ school with traditions’ ERO report 2016

BOARDING OPEN DAY - NELSON COLLEGE Saturday 13 May, 10am to 12.30pm To register your interest or find out more go to www.nelsoncollege.school.nz P: 03 548 3099 E: jd@nelsoncollege.school.nz 67 Waimea Road, Nelson

Flower exhibition opens next month

By Celeste Alexander If you notice a large grape bunch art display in the foyer of the Clubs of Marlborough, then keep an eye out for a larger exhibition that will open in two weeks time.

Members of the Marlborough Floral Art Society have been busy putting together the display this week, as part of final preparations for the society’s national AGM and conference on April 5-8.

The AGM and conference will Helen Jackson, Kathryn Neal, Barb Higgins, see around 300 people converge in Lorraine Sutherland and Jill Abernathy of the Blenheim, enjoying demonstrations Marlborough Floral Art Society. and exhibitions.

International award winning floral In addition the exhibition area at the artist Max van de Sluis will be presenting Clubs of Marlborough is open April 6 and a demonstration at the ASB Theatre on 7 with free entry, although donations are April 5 on flower design. always welcome.

This event is open to the public and tickThis year’s AGM and conference is ets can still be purchased from Alyssums, being hosted in Blenheim by the Nelson/ Blenheim for $63.

Marlborough area.

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Cruise Fiordland with Affinity For around 20 years Affinity Cruises has been operating out of Marlborough, taking people to three of the ‘most beautiful’ places in the South Island.

Owned by Brian and Diane Appleby their 63 ft long vessel offers cruises in the Marlborough Sounds, Fiordland and Stewart Island.

Their daughter Vicky Maitland who runs the administration side of the business says it was always her father’s dream to own a cruise vessel.

“He visited Marlborough and fell in love with the Affinity and the Sounds and before long we were all packed up and moved to the region.

“At the time it was a fishing charter business and we wanted to create a new product that would grow the business so that’s where

Discover Fiordland  Incredible scenery & wonderful waterfalls  Go ashore & walk through virgin native bush  Amazing wildlife - birds, seabirds, dolphins, pup seals  Social fishing……. and the crew will cook it up  Learn about Richard Henry, NZ’s first conservationist & Captain James Cook …and so much more while being based aboard the warm and cosy vessel Affinity with comfy beds, delicious meals with likeminded people.

Three, four, six and 10 night cruise options during June, July and August 2017

The Affinity cruising through the Marlborough Sounds.

the cruising concept came in,” she says.

The next round of cruises that are available for booking will be for the majestic Fiordland in June, July and August.

“Fiordland is on most people’s ‘must-see’ bucket list. When they do tick it off they say ‘wow, we didn’t realise just how beautiful it is’,” Vicky says.

“There’s a unique historical

component to the Fiordland cruise. Captain Cook spent a lot of time there, and this history is somet h i ng Br ia n is ver y passionate about... he’s become a good story teller which makes it even more interesting.

“After 20 years of running our cruises we still love it and we want to share this incredible place with others, so contact us to book your place on our Fiordland cruise.”

www.affinitycruises.co.nz Ph: 572 7223 An adventure to leave you with a lifetime of memories!

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Coresteel Marlborough’s local win

Coresteel Marlborough Allister Green and wife Jenny, with their award for the Best Bespoke Building for PGG Wrightson (Blenheim).

Coresteel Buildings franchisee Allister Green has won this year’s award for the building in Westwood the company built for PGG Wrightson.

The 2016 Coresteel Buildings award for the Best Bespoke Building was presented to Allister and wife Jenny at the annual Coresteel Buildings National Conference, held earlier this month in Christchurch.

Agricultural supply company PGG Wrightson moved from the Blenheim central business district to a purposebuilt building in the Westwood Business Park last year.

Their new outlet offers a large 1,778sqm bulk store, a 450sqm retail area and a two storey office area totalling 455sqm.

Allister says Coresteel’s Tapered Box Beam structure provided a strong and cost effective solution for the

building.

“This combined with the use of concrete tilt panels, metal roof and wall cladding, delivered a building that looks good, functions well and fulfils the client’s brief.”

Since breaking into the market in 2013, the Blenheimbased business has provided design and build solutions for a number of local Marlborough and Tasman businesses, including Allan Scott Family Winemakers, Accessman, Blackenbrook Wines, Bryant Earthworks, Coachline Properties, Farmlands, Grove Mill Wineries, Summerland Express Freight and Vulcan Steel.

Coresteel Buildings specialise in the design, manufacture and construction of steel buildings and service the commercial, industrial and rural sectors with 24 franchises nation-wide.

Focus on flower ladies’ community effort

By Cathie Bell Two members of the Picton Flower Ladies group will represent Marlborough at the Trustpower National Community Awards, recognising the country’s best and brightest voluntary groups and organisations in Rotorua this weekend.

Other members will be hosted at a lunch onboard the Emerald Princess with new captain Martin Stenzel to thank them for the welcome they give cruise ship passengers as they arrive.

The Picton Flower Ladies won the Trustpower Marlborough District Community Awards in October last year, and they are competing against representatives from 24 other voluntary groups or organisations from around the country.

Yvonne Rigby and Margaret Frisken will attend the Trustpower National Community Awards to represent Picton Flower Ladies, along with Marlborough District Mayor John Leggett and his partner Anne Best, and they will give

an eight minute presentation on what the group has achieved and why they deserve the title of Trustpower National Community Awards Supreme Winner.

Winners will be announced on Saturday night.

Trustpower community relations Representative Abbie Siely says the Picton Flower Ladies have been an iconic part of the Marlborough visitor experience for decades.

“These ladies have been providing a uniquely ‘Marlborough’ welcome to cruise ship visitors for 28 years.

From a small start, the group has grown to 60 volunteers, who provide a warm greeting and a handcrafted floral buttonhole to approximately 75,000 cruise ship passengers who come ashore every season.

The group is made up entirely of volunteers from the Picton population of just over 4000 people. Picton is the only cruise ship port in the world to Former Marlborough Mayor Alistair Sowman, Yvonne Rigby, Margaret Frisken, and Trustpower’s welcome passengers this way.

Annabel Davies at October’s community awards in Blenheim.

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WHAT’S ON IN MARLBOROUGH

- WEEKEND EVENT GUIDE Friday 24

Saturday 25

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

Fundraiser Spectacular ASB theatre, 6pm. Variety concert & silent auction. Featuring Mike Field, Helen Medlyn and supporting acts. $60 per ticket, tickets available at www.mctt.co.nz.

Bat Spotting at Pelorus 8-9.30pm at the Pelorus Cafe. Come and join Forest & Bird to learn about the endangered long-tailed bats at Pelorus.

Booking essential, gold coin donation appreciated.

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

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

Heritage and Whaling Museum Picton has a collection of 2000 items of Maori, whaling, maritime, heritage and textile displays. 10am-4pm daily, 9 London Quay. Ph 573 8283.

Marlborough Golf Club Half price green-fees after 4pm every day! 74 Paynters Rd. www.marlborough@ golf.co.nz.

Marlborough Art Society Gallery open daily from 10.30am-4.30pm.

Art Classes and Workshops available.

204 High Street. Ph 577 6784 or www. marlboroughartsociety.com.

Through the Lens At Detour Gallery, 67 Market St. Showcasing the diversity of art produced by four different Photographers based in Marlborough. 5.30-7.30pm.

Marlborough Museum Brayshaw Heritage Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place. Open 10am–4pm daily. Fran Maguire Pottery – Exhibition extended due to popular demand. New Exhibition - Fads and Frills, junior fashion 1900-1960. Ph 578-1712 Detour Gallery Open from Wednesday to Monday 11am5pm weekdays and 11am-3pm Weekends. 67 Market Street. Ph 021 120 1717 or 021 254 2489 or info@detourgallery. co.nz.

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

Kaipupu Working Bee 10am- 1.30pm at Kaipupu Point, Shakespeare Bay, Picton. Help out with some maintenance projects at Kaipupu Wildlife Sanctuary and enjoy a BBQ lunch as a thank you.

Brooklyn Croquet Club Whitehead Park off Brooklyn Drive. Play days Saturday, Tuesday and Thursday at 1pm. Come and have a go. Ph Dale 5784427.

St Andrews Church Big Sale Day Garage, trash, treasure and produce sale at St Andrews Church, Alfred Street.

Please everyone come to browse, buy and enjoy your morning coffee from 8.30am.

Marlborough Orienteering Club Day 1, Pine Valley adventure camp, Northbank. Starts from 2-3pm, members $5 per person, $15 for family. Non members $8 per person and $20 for family.

Blenheim Menz Shed 4 Dillons Point Road. Open 9am-12pm Sat and 1-4pm on Mon and Thurs. Building relationships and sharing skills. We welcome new members of all ages. Ph Trevor 570 5064.

Picton Men’s Shed “Where men can do what men do best” 9am-12pm Saturday and Wednesday 9am-4pm. Ph Rex Green 021 469 191 or Kerry Eagar 021 888 423 for more information.

Sunday 26 Marlborough Farmers’ Market A&P Showgrounds, cnr Maxwell and Alabama Rd, 9am-12noon. Come and experience fresh delicious delicacies. See you Sunday.

Salsa Groove Marlborough 8pm-12am, Harlequins Rugby Clubrooms. $5 entry, dress code is Seniors and Senoritas. Everyone welcome - join us for a fun entertaining evening of Latin dancing and music! Contact Karen 0273090269.

Flaxbourne A & P Show 8.15am-5.30pm, Weld Park, Ward. Come and support the annual Flaxbourne, Kekerengu, Awatere area Agricultural & Pastoral Show for a great day out in the country. Lots to see and do.

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

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

Contact Alison 5785109.

Riverlands School Easter Gala 10am -2pm at Riverlands School, School Rd. Bring your loose change for all the fun and excitement you would expect at a School Gala but with an Easter twist!

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

Picton Rail and Sail The Foreshore Picton, 20c per ride, 10am4pm, weather permitting.

5km Taylor River Fun Run Free timed 5km run along the Taylor River, meet at the ampitheatre, corner of High and Symonds Streets, 8am every Saturday. To register anyone of any age go to www.parkrun.co.nz/blenheim.

Picton Rotary Club Gondola Hill Walk. Registration at Endevour Park car park between 8-8.30am. $10 per adult, $5 per student(8-18 years old). Extra cash required for BBQ, raffle and paragliding.

Blenheim Rotary Car Boot Sale Every Saturday 8am–12.30pm at the Railway Station car park, Grove Rd. Club meets Mondays at Clubs of Marlborough.

Ph Andy 578 2272 or 021 842 928.

Ulysses Club Ride 11am ride to Happy Valley cafe for lunch.

Riders can go around the block from here or stop at Havelock on the way home. All welcome.

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

Blenheim Roller Skating Club College Park, Stephenson Street. Every Sunday 1-3pm. $5 for hire of skates or $2 if you have your own. Come have a go, all ages and skill levels welcome.

Cocktails and Jazz Piano The Yacht Club Hotel, 25 Waikawa Road, Picton, 1pm. Sip nautical themed or classic cocktails from our cocktail menu and enjoy live Jazz piano.

Marlborough Golf Club – Community Golf Sunday afternoon play 18 holes $15 or 9 holes $10. Must be a Marlborough resident. 74 Paynters Rd. www.marlborough@golf.co.nz.

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

Tramping Club We go on tramps Wednesday and Sunday, please confirm for travel. Ph Mary 572 8762 or marlboroughtrampingclub@ gmail.com.

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

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

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

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

Marlborough Orienteering Club Day 2, The Barracks (Sams creek) off Barracks Road, Omaka Valley starts from 10.30-11.30am. Members $5 per person, $15 for family. Non members $8 per person and $20 for family.

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

Kapa haka Every Sunday at Tuamarina Hall. 1-3pm.

All welcome.

Up & Coming Tuesday March 28 Renwick Tuesday Market 9am-2pm, High Street, Renwick. Hot coffee provided to purchase from TT coffee cart, fresh fruit & veges, new & preloved clothing, plus so much more. Pop in and support the community market. On every Tuesday.

Picton Rotary Club March.

Gondola Hill Walk. Sunday 26

Rocs footwear New Rock, Hades

rocsfootwear.com 238a Queen Street, Richmond, Nelson 03 5449293, 0210625417

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Classifieds Advertising Ph 03 577 7868 public notice

WRITING A BOOK? We print and publish books and e-books.

No-obligation discussion. 03 5794709, www. prismaprint.co.nz info@ prismaprint.co.nz HAVELOCK LIONS M arket M ain Road, Havelock. Saturday 25 March 9-1pm, art, jewellery, pork, baking, plants, crafts and more.

Sites still available.

Phone Ian 5742558.

WINTER LEAGUES Enter now for all sports.

Blenheim Indoor Sports, Ph 5784851.

public notice

situations vacant

Two Strong Men & A Truck

Service Technician

Available by the hour.

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

DIABETES MARLBOROUGH INC.

AGM POSTPONEMENT AGM is postponed from 26 March 2017 until 29 April 2017 2pm at the St Marys Parish Hall, Maxwell Road Blenheim.

Mini Diggers for Hire Delivery Available Call Nick on 021933203

Email: nickthedigger@gmail.com Website: www.nickthedigger.com

Nick James Excavations CHILDREN'S DAY MARCH 5th

We wish to thank the generous support of Vintage Car Club, Mitre 10, Mortgage Room, Countdown Blenheim, Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre, Bunnings, Marlborough Museum, Murphy’s Orchard, Blenheim Riverside Railway.

Treasure our children by growing them with love.

Phone 577 8089 or 027 558 3260 Winz quotes available

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

FOR ALL YOUR

SHARPENING Knives - Scissors Gardening Tools All types of Hair Clippers Domestic - Professional

Knives - Chef high quality

- General purpose - Hunting - Tactical Hairdressing scissors Hedge trimmers All sharpened, honed and set.

If its got an edge to sharpen, contact:

S h a r p A s

T 03 572 5026 M 027 444 5535

POPLAR FIREWOOD, $30 cubic metre. Phone 5702136.

UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT

Mini Golf Special

Adults for children’s prices!

Monday - Friday $7 per person Be in quick! Only until April 13, 2017

Clip this coupon and bring it in to get this special!

You will find us on the Picton foreshore 9am - 5.30pm Phone 03 573 7136 @roundamingolfpicton

MOBILITY SCOOTER, good order, new t y r e s , n e w b a t t e ries. $ 800ono, phone 021228613.

DINING TABLE 1800 length with 8 high back chairs. Good condition, offers. 0277851733.

CARPET, used, approx 20 m2. Good condition, light blue. Picton area, $150. 0274327238.

If this sounds like you then email application to andy@nzfrostfans.com or phone 021 468 336 for more information.

2017 CANAM DEFENDER DOUBLE CAB $ 24,995 Marlborough Motorcycles, 53 Grove Road, ph 579-2500 or 027230-3152 2014 SUZUKI KING Q UA D 5 0 0 Auto $ 6,500 Marlborough Motorcycles, 53 Grove Road, ph 579-2500 or 027-230-3152 2 017 K AWASAKI VULCAN 900 Cust o m $ 14 , 9 9 5 + O R C Marlborough Motorcycles, 53 Grove Road, ph 579-2500 or 027230-3152 2 017 K AWASAKI KLR650 $9,995+ORC Marlborough Motorcycles, 53 Grove Road, ph 579-2500 or 027230-3152 2 016 K AWASAKI K L Z10 0 0 VE R SYS $16,495 + ORC Marlborough Motorcycles, 53 Grove Road, ph 579-2500 or 027230-3152

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

Nativity Anglican Church 76 Alfred Street, Blenheim.

All welcome to our services Sunday - 8am Traditional Eucharist Service 10am - Family Service 7pm - Nativity @ 7pm Thursday - 10am Communion Service

4 Alana Place Witherlea Shopping Centre All Welcome JESUS IS THE ANSWER

St. Christopher’s Anglican Sunday 9.00am: Traditional Sunday 4.00pm: church at four Wednesday 10am: Communion 92 Weld Street, Redwoodtown 578 0139

situations vacant

NOW RECRUITING Barista - Full Time Immediate Start Experience required

Day/Night Time Manager Three years experience preferred

Waitress/Waiter Full time, experience required Contact Stephane at info@raupocafe.co.nz

BLENHEIM ITM MARLBOROUGH FULL TIME, PERMANENT WORKER WANTED

2016 KAWAS A K I M U LE 6 0 0 $10,9 0 0 + GST Save $1,100 Marlborough Motorcycles, 53 Grove Road, ph 579-2500 or 027-230-3152

CHURCH SERVICES 10:00am Every Sunday

Juniors (7 & 8) - 5pm Presidents & Premiers - 5.30pm

We are looking for: • Strong work ethic • Mechanic or very mechanicly minded • Sense of humor • Able to work unsupervised • Will need class 2 license

for sale

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for sale

NEW Zealand Frost Fans Limited are looking for another service technician due to increased work load.

If you have most of the below attributes then we would like to talk with you.

We can offer a very attractive remuneration package depending on experience.

The position can be as a contractor on hourly rate from April through to November each year giving the flexibility to do something else during summer or permanent wage scenario. Full training will be given.

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We are a motivated and busy building centre supplying commercial and residential products, servicing the building industry.

Due to growth within our business we are looking for the following staff: • Cabinetmaker/Joiner for our busy joinery factory • Aluminium Fabricator - experienced in Aluminum Windows & Doors • Frame & Truss workers for our Pre Cut/Pre Nail Factory

• • • • • • •

The successful applicant will need to have the following attributes and skills: Reliable and motivated Can do attitude Clear verbal communication skills Have an eye for detail and pride in your work Physically fit as some heavy lifting required Preferably have forklift licence Ability to work unsupervised

Please email your CV and covering letter by email to admin@blenheimitm.co.nz or post to PO BOX 832, Blenheim.

GARAGE

SALES

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Advertise a garage sale today and turn trash into cash

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Advertisers agree that all advertisements published by Blenheim Sun newspaper may also appear on a relevant website.

Join our team Nelson Forests grows and processes timber in Nelson and Marlborough. We are looking for team members 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, take pride in producing a quality product and have a can do attitude contact us about joining our team in 2017. You must be legally able to work in NZ with all relevant Visas.

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.

MAXWELL CARE HOME BLENHEIM

CARE HOME MANAGER You are a talented manager with a broad understanding of aged care, good management skills and proven leadership capability. As someone who makes the most of your expertise, you are capable of rising to the challenge of managing a care home.

You enjoy variety and taking responsibility for yourself, work well with people and genuinely care for residents. You will be commercially astute, and enjoy running a varied and rewarding business.

Annual Practice Certificate is required.

In this role, you will run every aspect of your care home as if it were your own – and make sure it feels like home to everyone who stays there. In our homes all residents are treated with respect and dignity. You’ll manage budgets, achieve targets and devise new ways to promote choice, maximise independence and deliver the best care.

Leading by example, you’ll motivate teams in the home, making sure there’s a caring and supportive environment for both residents and employees. You will help to shape the care homes of the future, and champion dementia care. And you will lead and inspire a friendly and professional team.

We are one of New Zealand’s leading health and care organisations, part of the global Bupa group, which will provide you with opportunities to take your career to new places, both in New Zealand, and internationally. Bupa Care Homes provide a great home for people we care for offering: comfort, safety and friendship.

Join us now by contacting Lisa Huff on 09 524 3771 or visit www.bupa.co.nz.

Applications close Tuesday, 4 April 2017.

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Births This Week BUTT, Tyler James: (7lb 7oz) March 16, 2017 GRIGG, Pippa Alison: (7lb 2oz) February 28, 2017 HYDES, Aries James: (7lb) March 16, 2017 RYAN-EDEN, Archer Jethro: (7lb) March 3, 2017

Recognising the early signs of osteoporosis

By Cath King, Nutritionist, Osteohealth NZ How do we know whether our bones are healthy or not? We can’t see them like we can our skin, or listen to them like the heart or lungs. They feel strong through our flesh.

But are they really? Bone density scans are a way to look inside bone, and see how dense or strong they are, but we rarely get a bone density test until after menopause, when it might be too late.

Studies show that only 12 percent of people with osteoporosis have had a bone mineral density (BMD) scan, the most reliable diagnostic test for osteoporosis. This is likely due

BONE HEALTH CLINICS TUESDAY 4 April 2017

John Poswillo Pharmacy OR WEDNESDAY 5 April 2017

Marlborough Family Chiropractic Get a quick and painless ultrasound scan of the heel. Early detection is the key to prevention of suffering later from osteoporosis and fractures.

CONSULTATION AND SCAN $60 Book your appointment NOW Phone the pharmacy 578 9022 OR The Chiropractors 577 9800

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to a lack of awareness among middle-aged and older women and their physicians about the risk of osteoporosis.

Some early signs that may indicate bone loss are: • Not getting much sun exposure • Difficulty getting up from a chair without using your arms to push • Joint or muscle aches • A resting pulse greater than 80 beats per minute • Height loss • Increasing stooping (curvature of the spine) • Receding gums • Decreased grip strength • Weak and brittle fingernails • Cramps, muscle aches • Low overall fitness If you have risk factors for osteoporosis – meaning you’re a woman, postmenopausal, slight build, take medication or you’re vitamin D-deficient, among others – don’t wait until you have symptoms to get screened.

Unfortunately, bone loss, leading to osteoporosis, often occurs without any noticeable symptoms, so by the time you have a fracture, feel pain, or develop curvature of the spine, osteoporosis may already be present.

Luckily, if you identify bone loss early, you can take steps to reduce your risk of osteoporosis.

Bone Mineral Density testing will be available at John Poswillo Pharmacy on Tuesday, April 4 and at Marlborough Family Chiropractic on Wednesday 5th April. PBA

Death Notices FLEMING, Alexander Robert (Sandy): March 4, 2017 GALLAVIN, Julia May (Julie) (nee Ryan) (formerly Patchett): March 18, 2017 GIBBONS, Beverly Ann (Bev): March 22, 2017 HAYWARD, Paul Lester: March 17, 2017 HOLLEY, William John (Bill): March 18, 2017 KILGOUR, Bryan James: March 19, 2017 KNOWLES, Pat: March 19, 2017 LANGDALE, John Charles: March 16, 2017 LOGAN, Ross Albert: March 20, 2017 McDOWELL, Audrey Jean: March 17, 2017 McKENZIE, Kenny Alister: March 20, 2017

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death notices GIBBONS, Beverley Ann (Bev): It is with much sadness we announce the passing of Bev at ‘The Oaks, Ashwood Park Retirement Village, on Wednesday March 22 2017. Aged 81 years. Much-loved wife and companion of John, loved mother of Mark (deceased), Steve and Pip (Auckland), and Deb and Pete (Blenheim). Beloved Gran of Scott (Christchurch), Thomas and Grace (Carterton), Katrina and Luke (Australia), John (deceased), Sam and Tessa (Wellington), and Mark (Wellington). Great Gran of Cole, Mia, Shay and Lilly. Special thanks to Alzheimers Marlborough and the staff at The Oaks for their love and care of Bev. Messages may be sent to the Gibbons Family, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Alzheimers Marlborough would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to c/- 8 Wither Road, Blenheim 7201.

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Eddie Jones plays his game British and Irish Lions tour later this year and the New Zealand Rugby Union should be thankful that Jones has spoken about his teams’ abilities in such hyperbole as it’s bound to boost ticket sales.

In reality, the canny Aussie is doing what you do when you’re in second place in life - you call out the No. 1, in this case, The All Blacks and you try to get their attention.

As two time defending world champions, I doubt anyone in the New Zealand camp is worried about Jones’ comments but I bet they

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have gained plenty of attention.

I know many New Zealand fans now want the match just so the All Blacks can, in theory, smash England and silence Eddie once and for all. So, depending on how you look at it perhaps his tactics have worked.

It’s certainly a mouth watering prospect especially if they played at Twickenham.

Surely, the money that would be made and the chance to make a statement on England’s own soil must be a mightily tempting carrot once the Lions have been dealt with.

Cricket ending season with a bang

By Cathie Bell Marlborough Cricket is holding a formal dinner to mark the end of the season, and will host former Black Cap Nathan McCullum as guest speaker.

Marlborough Cricket Association general manager Ed Gilhooly says the sport usually ends its season with all the grades’ finals on the same day, and then the awards ceremony and a bit of food afterwards.

But this year, with the senior players in a ‘top of the South’ grade and playing in Nelson, they won’t all be there, and it has been decided to hold a formal dinner event instead.

“This year, we want to do something a bit different.”

The dinner will be held at the Horton Park pavilion on April 8, and Ed says the organising committee are working hard to make it a great event.

Tickets are available from the association.

In the second grade Renwick confirmed their place in the final with victory at previously unbeaten Picton.

These two sides will play again in Saturday’s final at Horton Park starting at 12pm.

The third grade T20 final is also this Saturday at Horton Park starting at 1pm between Celtic and Wairau.

Meanwhile, Marlborough Cricket Association is looking for a sports organisation or community group to share its offices in the Horton Park pavilion.

Ed says Netball Marlborough has moved out to its new offices in Lansdowne Park.

“It’s a new beginning and it makes sense to share Marlborough Cricket Association’s Ed Gilhooly. the infrastructure we have here.”

Show a go despite rain The Flaxbourne A&P Show is set for this Sunday and will still run despite the predicted rain forecast.

Large marquees will be erected to provide shelter.

Running Marlborough Harrier Club is holding a scratch race tomorrow, on the Taylor Dam Cross Country Course. The run is the first Cross Country race of the season. All runners/walkers complete various distances depending on grades.

All runners/walkers start together (off scratch). Race briefing 1.45pm.

Racing starts 2pm sharp. All welcome whether existing Club member or not, organisers say. Post race there will be afternoon tea and coffee. Bring some afternoon tea to share and enjoy the companionship. Look for the Harrier sign. Children under 14 to be under parental care. For further enquiries contact Peter 0274475028 or check out our website www.harriers.net.nz.

Local games Blenheim’s Lansdowne Park will host two of the Tasman Makos’ five home games, with the premiership team’s draw being a ‘very good one’, Tasman Rugby Union says. The Makos are playing Wellington at 2.35pm on September 10 in Blenheim and North Harbour at 7.35pm on October 4. The three other home games are in Nelson, against Canterbury on 18 August, Southland on September 24, and Auckland on October 8.

Cricket report The Marlborough Labour Hire Falcons retained top spot in the Tasman Premier League following another convincing win at Horton Park on Saturday. Sam Boyce continued his strong form with 4 wickets for only 5 runs as WTTU were bowled out for 74 from 28 overs. Rikki Bovey then smashed 55 from 24 balls as the Falcons took less than 7 overs to knock off the runs without losing a wicket.

With one round to play the Falcons are 4 points clear of Stoke Nayland who they will play in the final with the venue depending on results this weekend.

The Dolphins meanwhile suffered another heavy defeat at the hands of Wakatu putting them out of final contention. Both Marlborough teams play in Nelson this weekend.

Huge entries for Rotoiti boating event Next weekend will see the biggest power boat event in New Zealand in decades held on the spectacular Lake Rotoiti foreshore, organisers say.

The Rotoiti Power Boat Club has been awarded the running of the 92nd edition of the most prestigious trophy in New Zealand motorsport and as a result of ‘huge promotion and driver enthusiasm’, there is likely to be over 70 boats racing on the two days, club spokesman Joe Blakiston says.

“The whole New Zealand power boat fraternity is buzzing about the prospect of seeing the best Grand Prix hydroplanes and Grand National Boats vying for the ultimate prize of the Masport Cup at Lake Rotoiti over the weekend of April 1 and 2.”

With 23 boats entered for the Masport Cup, time trials will be held on Sunday to get to the

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Finally the England rugby circus has been put to bed.

Eddie Jones’ team had a chance to beat New Zealand’s undefeated streak of 18 tier one tests, however a 13-9 loss to Ireland means both teams now share it.

It’s poetic in a way, with both teams seemingly being ships in the night and not scheduled to play each other in 2017.

Why not throw another unanswered question in this storm in a tea cup?

It’s excellent cannon fodder ahead of the

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top 10 for the final, which will test the reliability of these big machines, according to Joe. With over 70 entries confirmed to date, the club is also running the Matt Morrison Memorial trophy race for inboard V8 class on Saturday April 1.

14 top V8 boats will be on the lake competing for places in the six-boat final.

Clubman , Grand National formula one and Formula 3 boats will also be on the water making for an action-packed weekend, Joe says.

Feature events over the weekend include: the Masport Cup, the Matt Morrison Memorial Trophy, the Railway Cup Invitational, the Arthur McCaa Memorial Trophy for GP hydroplanes, the South Island Series, the Pelorus Jack Trophy Invitational and King of the Lake.

Power boats line up at Lake Rotoiti.

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Kaye Register, Cherrie Mitchell, Christine Holdaway, Anne Nelson, Shirley Thompson, Julia Watson and Christine Marks of the Creative Fibre Guild Marlborough, have created a medievil inspired garment that will feature on a runway next month.

Redwood Market stall holders Alison Souness, Kaycee Polkinghorne (SPCA Marlborough centre manager), Jenny Barnett, Cherie Lochead and Kris Fowler donated $450 to the SPCA.

Stall holders donate to SPCA

By Celeste Alexander Tails will be wagging at the SPCA Marlborough centre this month after a donation of $450 was made by the Redwood Market stall holders.

The market, which runs every Saturday morning with around 20 stalls, aims to support charitable organisations throughout the year with its donations.

Site fees are collected and one stall run by Alison Souness that sells glass flowers and succulents puts its takings into the fund.

“We consider ourselves as a community market and we like to support charities where we can.

“We chose the SPCA because we are all animal lovers here and it’s a high need organisation,” she says.

The market runs out of the Redwood Tavern carpark from 8am - noon and sells everything from native plants and cut flowers, to produce, jewellery and handmade soap.

Medieval outfit set for runway

By Celeste Alexander A group of creative ladies will be taking to the runway next month to show off an outfit they created using a variety of fibre crafts.

The ‘Marlborough Mead Divas’ belong to the local Creative Fibre Guild and are taking part in what is called the Group Runway Challenge, a 12 month project that tasked them to make a modern medieval inspired outfit.

The project is being held nationwide and invited all the Creative Fibre groups to design and create their outfit which will be modeled at a Christchurch festival.

The Marlborough Mead Divas include Kaye Register, Cherrie Mitchell, Christine Holdaway, Anne Nelson, Shirley Thompson, Julia Watson and Christine Marks.

Christine says the group combined their skills to come up with a dress and cape which will be worn with stockings and accessories.

“We are a group of felters but we used many techniques including colour dying, spinning, knitting, using wool, manipulating the fabric, stitching and drafting a pattern to name a few.

“Plus we drank mead along the way. It was a lot of fun and we had a lot of laughs,” she says.

The cape was designed with a medieval style including a hood. The fabric was made using the ‘nuno’ technique of using silk and adding merino wool.

The group chose the colour blue after researching the medieval history and found that it was the most common plant colour.

“It was also an icon of faithfulness and spirituality and the lower class dyed their fabrics blue because plants were commonly found in that colour,” Christine says.

The garment will be modeled by a member of the Marlborough Mead Divas at the Canterbury Festival April 20-23 where it will also be displayed.

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