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Longer evenings to come Continued from page 1 The New Zealand Fire Service says in 80 per cent of the fires they attend, there are no working smoke alarms, so the figures speak for themselves.

“The best smoke alarms are hard-wired into your home’s electricity system,” Nigel says.

But for most of us, batteryoperated smoke alarms are an inexpensive solution and easily installed.

But they do have a limited battery life, hence the call to check them when daylight saving starts and ends.

The most popular type of smoke alarm is photoelectric, as recommended by the New Zealand Fire Service.

These not only detect fastflaming fires but can detect smouldering fires faster through the detection of light in smoke particles.

Daylight saving starts on Sunday morning and ends on the first Sunday in April.

However over half of the 6293 Kiwis who voted in a daylight saving poll want it extended by another month, meaning 62.9 per cent would like clocks to

go back early May, as opposed to early April.

Ten years ago, in April 2007, the government announced that the period had been extended by three weeks, taking its duration from 24 to 27 weeks, effective from September last year.

In the meantime, clocks go forward early this Sunday morning, so this is the weekend to tick this checklist: 1. Change the batteries every time you change the clocks.

Getting into the habit will mean you are regularly reminded.

2. Every month clean dust from the alarm and push the ‘test’ button to make sure your smoke alarm is still working. If it isn’t, change the batteries and test it again.

3. Install your smoke alarm at least three metres away from the kitchen, so it doesn’t go off every time you burn the toast or char the steak.

4. Never paint your smoke alarm as it will be less effective, and it may impact on your insurance cover.

Two achieve the Bard’s elite

By Bill McElhinney “All the world’s a stage” wrote William Shakespeare in his play ‘As You Like It,’ and Marlborough Girls’ students Ellie Spurlock and Caitlin McIntyre are hoping this might apply to them.

Ellie and Caitlin have each won a place in the National Shakespeare Schools Production, a week-long intensive course, studying aspects of Shakespeare’s works and three of his plays in particular, under the direction of leading directors.

The pair will join more than 40 other students from around the country in Wellington during the school holidays at the end of this month. Ellie, year 13, was picked from the Marlborough regional Shakespeare Festival

“Et tu, Brute?” Ellie Spurlock and Caitlin McIntyre ham it up in a scene from Shakespeare’s ‘Julius Caesar.’

and Caitlin, year 12, was ‘A Midsummer Night’s Education frees my picked from the National Dream’.

Shakespeare Festival, “We’ll be staying at where her group per- Scots College,” Caitlin formed an extract from says. “I’ll be studying

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“And I’ll be doing ‘Comedy of Errors’,” Ellie says.

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Both have been reading and re-reading the plays in preparation for the course in which tutors take workshops with the whole group for half of each day.

For the other half, the students, in their three groups, rehearse with their director and group for the week, culminating in public performances of scenes from the play each cast has studied.

Both are looking forward to the experience.

“I do want to pursue acting and I want to get into the New Zealand Drama School,” Caitlin says.

“I’m just going to throw myself into it. It will be an amazing experience,” Ellie says. However, she doesn’t have her sights set on an acting career, but rather hopes to become a doctor or a scientist.

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Pupils cast votes to learn about election inbrief The Sun

By Bill McElhinney There was an air of excitement at Bohally Intermediate School on Wednesday as pupils took part in a general election.

There were real ballot papers, ballot boxes, scrutineers, vote counters and “Yes I have voted” stickers, all provided by the Electoral Commission.

“We have been teaching the pupils about what democracy means, about MMP, about how the election works,” Bohally teacher Carly Barnes says.

“We want to create a future of active, engaged citizens.

“We had local candidates Jeanette Walker and Stuart Smith come in last week and talk to the pupils. It helps them learn about what politics is.”

The focus is on connecting the voting system to students’ own lives to deepen their understanding about how New Zealand’s system of government operates.

“It’s been great,” Room 6 pupil Olivia Wilson says. “It has helped prepare us for the real thing.”

The students were voting for real candidates, on a real ballot paper, and will compare the results of their election with the results of the real election.

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by Saturday.

5.1 shake A 5.1 earthquake located 17 kilometres deep and 30km northeast of Seddon shook Marlborough at 2.42pm on Wednesday afternoon.

While the shake gave many a jolt, there have been no reports of damage.

Flights trimmed Air force flights out of Base Woodbourne have been reduced because of the fuel shortage caused by a broken supply pipeline in Auckland.

Government agencies have been told to limit flights until the pipeline has been repaired, Prime Minister Bill English said in Blenheim on Tuesday.

Scrutineers Bonnie Fearn and Paris Crawford look on as Lexie Pottinger and Olivia Wilson cast their votes in the Bohally Room 6 general election.

Last chance to shape colleges

By Cathie Bell Blenheim’s colleges are holding a final public drop-in session for people to learn about their community consultation, with a meeting next Wednesday evening at Marlborough Girls’ College.

Marlborough Girls’ and Marlborough Boys’ Colleges are working on a brief that will set out the vision and educational priorities for the proposed co-located colleges.

This is to be given to the Education Ministry by the end of this year as part of the setting up of a new campus housing both colleges, although the location of that has yet to be decided, with the ministry confirming earlier this week it is looking again at Waterlea Racecourse because of issues with the proposed Alabama Road site.

A public survey, which can be accessed from the

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co-location project’s website www.marlboroughcolleges. co.nz, closes at 5pm on Friday next week.

Nearly 200 responses have been received from the survey so far, which gauges the community’s priorities for future learning at the colleges and will inform curriculum planning and design of the new campus by the ministry and its architects.

Hurricane repeat Blenheim couple Elizabeth Bell and Paul Garner-Richards are set to weather another hurricane in the Carribean after their flight out was cancelled because of Hurricane Maria.

The two are working in the Turks and Caicos and survived Hurricane Irma two weeks ago.

They are now waiting for Hurricane Maria in secured housing and hope to return home next week.

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Soft plastics, such as shopping bags, bread bags, and frozen vegetable bags, can now be recycled through New World, Countdown and Pak’nSave supermarkets in the South Island.

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Business inbrief

Business awards dinner The Marlborough Chamber of Commerce is awarding this year’s Business Excellence Awards at a gala dinner at the Marlborough Convention Centre on October 6.

Tickets are available now, email info@mcoc.org.nz

New cafe opens The Sneaky Beach bakery and cafe has opened in Havelock’s main street, providing hot food and specialty cakes and doughnuts.

Sparkling win Hunter’s Wines have walked away from the Champagne and Sparkling Wine World Championships with the trophy for Best New Zealand Sparkling Wine for the third year in a row.

Jane Hunter, owner of Hunter’s Wines, collected the trophy, awarded to the Hunter’s MiruMiru™ Reserve 2013, at a black tie gala at the Vintner’s Hall in London last week.

Hunter’s Wines received two gold medals at the event, for the Hunter’s MiruMiru™ Non Vintage, and the Hunter’s MiruMiru™ Reserve 2013.

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WK wins Asia Pacific award

By Cathie Bell Marlborough accounting firm WK Advisors and Accountants won top honours at the Xerocon Partner Awards in Melbourne last week, claiming the 100 per cent Cloud Award for Asia Pacific for 2017.

The winners were announced at the annual Xerocon event, in front of over three-thousand attendees from New Zealand, Australia and Asia.

The global leader in online accounting software, Xero has over 100,000 business advisers worldwide as part of its network and the company says it is ‘an outstanding achievement’ for WK to be recognised as one of the industry’s best in Asia Pacific.

Xero New Zealand country manager Craig Hudson says technology is giving business advisors like WK ‘total visibility’ of clients’ financial books in real time.

“An advisor can point out pitfalls and opportunities along the way that many small businesses might miss, especially newer

The WK team with Xero head Rod Drury celebrate their win.

ones.

“Therefore, we are very proud to award WK with this honour, as we know they are truly dedicated to helping the local small businesses in their community grow, prosper and build long-term sustainability.”

Xero chief executive Rod Drury says WK was an early adopter of Xero and ‘continues

to be a global thought leader in the accounting industry’.

WK director Neil Sinclair says it’s an honour to be recognised as a leader in the Asia Pacific region for the work the company does in its local community.

“For us, our passion is helping our clients not only with their taxes or compliance, but also

working with them to build a strategy to reach their goals for the long term.

“Cloud technology has provided us an opportunity to transform the way local businesses work.

“I couldn’t be more proud of the innovative work the team has done to continue and provide more value to our clients.”

Local wins young winemaker of the year

A meeting has been organised at Port Marlborough Pavilion at Endeavour Park for operators and the public prior to the upcoming cruise ship season.

There will be presentations from Port Marlborough, Marlborough District Council, Picton Smart & Connected and Destination Marlborough.

It will be on Monday, September 25 from 2-4m.

Young winemaker of the year Kelsey Daniels.

By Cathie Bell Kelsey Daniels from Vinlink Marlborough has been named as this year’s Tonnellerie de Mercurey NZ Young Winemaker of the Year at a celebration dinner in Auckland on Wednesday night.

Kelsey says winning the national finals is ‘honestly one of the best things to date in my career’.

The competition was really tough, she says, with the other contestants at the top of their game and such great competitors.

“This for me really confirms

what I set out when I started in the wine industry, it’s an amazing industry and dynamic group of people and I’m so proud to fly the flag for Marlborough.”

The runner-up was Sara Addis from Trinity Hill in Hawkes Bay, with other national finalists Marlborough’s Abigail Maxwell from Babich and Tom Hindmarsh from Dry River Wines, Martinborough.

Now in its third year, the competition is about finding the best winemaking talent in New Zealand, as well as providing education and support for those

in the industry who are under 30 years of age.

Competitors were put through their paces throughout the competition cycle, with the four finalists qualifying for the National Competition by coming first or second in their respective North and South Island Competitions. In the national final each competitor was tested and received points on general knowledge, essay writing, presenting a speech, capex and financial analysis, blending, laboratory skills, marketing their wine and more.

Rating review lifts property values

By Cathie Bell Property values across Marlborough have lifted, now totalling $19.79 billion, a rating revaluation carried out last month says.

The rating revaluation figures compiled

by QV show the total ratable value of the 26,566 properties within Marlborough District Council is now $19.79 billion with the land value of those properties now valued at $9.37 billion.

The new rating valuations have been prepared for 26,566 of properties on behalf of the Marlborough District Council by Quotable Value and QV registered valuer Richard Kolff says demand has increased strongly for residential properties which has pushed prices up over the past three years since the last revaluation.

The earthquake last November has had little effect on the market overall, he says.

“Blenheim and Picton residential values have increased significantly and lower price bracket properties have been in high demand. Typically investment rates of returns for residential properties that are well located and maintained are now in the 6.5 per cent to 8.0 per cent range.”

Commercial and industrial properties have also seen value increases, with the average capital value for developed commercial property increasing by 11.8 per cent since the last rating revaluation in 2014, and the average capital value for developed industrial property increasing by 12 per cent over the past three years.

Rural and lifestyle properties have also

seen values increase since 2014 with the average improved lifestyle property capital value increasing by 12.5 per cent to $580,000 with the corresponding average land value for a lifestyle property increasing by 9 per cent to $311,000.

Property owners will get notices of rating valuations from the council next week, for rates set from July 1 next year.

If owners do not agree with the rating value they have the right to object. The objection close-off date is 3 November 2017. To find out more about objection or to lodge an objection online go to www.marlborough.govt.nz/services/rates/ rateable-valuations or call toll free 0800 787 284.

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He korero no te Kaunihera o Wairau NEWS FROM THE MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT COUNCIL

Proposed Alcohol Control Bylaw 2017 Review

Taylor River planting day You are invited to A Marlborough Landscape Group Project The fourth Taylor River Ralph Ballinger Arboretum and Riparian Planting 10.00am to noon Sunday 24 September 2017 Followed by a sausage sizzle Please meet at the Monro Street carpark Come and lend a hand to plant another 100 trees and 250 native plants to further enhance the Taylor River Reserve.

Bring a shovel or spade and sturdy boots. Postponed if wet to 1 October.

For more info contact Marlborough District Council on Ph: 03 520 7400.

Marlborough District Council is seeking feedback on its proposed Alcohol Control Bylaw 2017.

Council has determined that a bylaw is the most appropriate method to address the problem of disorderly behaviour and criminal offending linked to the consumption of alcohol in public places.

Council has reviewed its current bylaw in accordance with Local Government Act 2002 and decided that the only changes from the current bylaw required are to bring it in line with the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 and other recent Council bylaw formatting. The bylaw gives Council the power to prohibit the consumption and possession of alcohol in public places, including the consumption and possession of alcohol in vehicles in those public places. Alcohol Controlled Areas will be imposed by Council resolution subject to the proposed area meeting the specific criteria for the implementation of alcohol controls in the bylaw.

A full Statement of Proposal (including the proposed bylaw) can be viewed on Council’s website at www.marlborough.govt.nz or by contacting Marlborough District Council on 03 520

7400, email to dlc@marlborough.govt.nz, or by mail at PO Box 443, Blenheim 7240.

You can make a submission online at www.marlborough.govt.nz or you can collect a form from Council offices. Completed forms can be emailed to dlc@marlborough.govt.nz, submitted by hand, or posted to the Picton or Blenheim Council offices: 15 Seymour Street 67 High Street Blenheim 7201 Picton 7220 Your submission should clearly state the part of the proposed Bylaw the submission point relates to; • whether you support or oppose the provision; • the reasons for supporting or opposing the provision; and • whether or not you wish to be heard in support of your submission.

Submissions must be made to Council by Tuesday 24 October 2017. If you wish to speak to your submission, the hearing date is proposed to be within a fortnight of the closing date. You will be contacted prior to the hearing date to arrange a time to speak.

Marlborough District Council 2017 Revaluation

Hans Neilson helps Havelock School pupils to design improvements for a new Township Plan.

Bringing improvements to our townships The Small Townships Programme offers residents of Marlborough’s small townships a way to work with Council on the improvements they want in their communities.

Wairau Valley, Renwick, Havelock and Spring Creek have each been involved in developing a township plan and over the last two years work has progressed on a number of projects.

• Wairau Valley has a new footpath, landscaping, picnic area and information sign • Renwick has new planter boxes and banners. Planning is also underway for tree-planting on High Street, an upgrade of the Domain and improving cycling and walking safety • Spring Creek is planning improvements to safety and access along Ferry Road, improved riverbank recreation spots and links to the district’s cycleways, and a community planting project on Gouland Road.

• Havelock’s projects include a community pathway, connecting the township to the Link Pathway, and an upgrade of Neil Street and the Domain carpark.

• The Havelock community is invited to the Small Townships Programme Drop-In Design Day on Sunday 8 October from 2pm to 4pm at the Pavilion in Havelock Domain.

For more information contact Community Development Adviser Hans Neilson on hcacda@havelock. co.nz or phone 03 574 2555.

An annual Community Projects Fund has funded a new boat ramp at Portage, street banners, planters and signs in Rai Valley, information and education signs for Seddon, and improvements to the river reserve in Canvastown.

For enquiries about the Small Townships Programme contact Adi James; Ph: 03 520 7578.

Boil water notice - Awatere and Seddon Water from Council’s reticulation system in Seddon and the Awatere should be boiled. It does not currently meet the NZ Drinking Water Standard and may contain bacteria or protozoa that are harmful to human health.

Treated water is available at the public tap on the corner of Marama

Road and Foster Street.

A new Seddon water treatment plant is scheduled for construction this year and will supply treated water to the NZ Drinking Water Standard.

For further information contact our Customer Service Centre Ph: 03 520 7400.

www.marlborough.govt.nz

Marlborough District Council rating values have been revised by Quotable Value Limited (as the Council’s valuation service provider).

The revised rating values are effective as at 1 July 2017 and the new notices of valuation will be mailed to owners and ratepayers from 27 September 2017.

The revaluation is available for inspection at www.marlborough.govt.nz/services/rates/ rateable-valuations (Public computers are available at the Marlborough District Council office in Blenheim, the Picton Library and Service Centre and the Blenheim District Library during normal opening

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Objections must be lodged either online at ratingobjection.qv.co.nz or in writing before 5.00 pm on Friday 3 November 2017. Written objections should be sent to: Quotable Value Ltd – Business Support, Private Bag 39818, Wellington Mail Centre, Lower Hutt 5045. Objection forms are available from the Council Office, 15 Seymour Street, Blenheim.

More information about rating valuations can be found at www.ratingvalues.co.nz or at www.marlborough.govt.nz/services/rates/ rateable-valuations

Living options in retirement years

One of the biggest decisions made later in life is whether or not to remain in the family home.

Sometimes the issue is taken out of the hands of an older couple or a person living alone, through a family decision, perhaps for health reasons. Sometimes the thought of another winter in a large, older-style home is motivation enough to consider downsizing to a smaller, lowmaintenance property. Retirement villages are an option for some.

There are big issues to consider given that, for most people, their home is their largest investment. The financial implications of continuing to live independently and paying for necessary services or moving into a retirement village will depend on individual circumstances.

It’s important to consider all the costs and the issues before any pressure comes on to make a decision.

The Commission for Financial Capability (previously known as the Retirement Commission) has information on its website about some of the personal, legal and financial implications to consider before settling on a retirement home.

A free seminar is being held at 10.30am Thursday 28 September at St Mary’s Community Centre, with a speaker from the Commission for Financial Capability.

More info: www.eventfinda.co.nz/2017/ thinking-of-living-in-retirement-village/ blenheim

Marlborough Sounds Boneseed control In September Marlborough District Council and Department of Conservation staff will be carrying out control work for the weed known as Boneseed at known sites in the Marlborough Sounds.

Infestations of Boneseed exist mainly on the Foreshore reserve but some plants are located on private property. Control work will commence from early September and continue to the end of that month if required. As in previous years, Boneseed seedlings will be pulled by hand and larger plants will be cut and stumped with Vigilant Gel. A small aerial operation will be planned to target individual plants in remote areas on Snake Point, Onepua and on Glasgow Island. Plants will be controlled using the basal bark method.

If you would like further information on the status of this pest refer to the Marlborough District Council website www.marlborough.govt.nz/ environment/biosecurity/declared-pest-species/

Street Address: Phone: 03 520 7400 15 Seymour Street Fax: 03 520 7496 Email: mdc@marlborough.govt.nz Blenheim 7201 New Zealand

boneseed.

You can view the current distribution of Boneseed in our region using ‘Smart maps’ on the Marlborough District Council Website www.maps. marlborough.govt.nz/ smartmaps Select the category ‘Environment’ followed by ‘Biosecurity Pest plants’ On the Layers Menu select ‘Pest Plants, Total Control’. The Boneseed distribution is identified by the abbreviation ‘BS’. Zoom in for a closer look!

Alternatively, if you have any questions or queries with regard to this pest plant, please contact Rob Simons, Senior Biosecurity Officer, at the Marlborough District Council on 03 520 7400.

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Netball

Rural driving

How frustrating for many that missed out on watching the netball finals at the stadium because of earthquake work.

They had queues out the door!

Let’s hope next year it’s better organised!

I agree.

Happens in town too, pulling out in front of on coming traffic.

Noddy drivers, who a) can’t judge the speed of oncoming vehicles, or b) too arrogant to care.

MDC community information No mention of the pyrolosis plant on Taylor Pass Road which has the potential to cause serious health issues.

Tax Steven Joyce and Bill English playing with voters.

Saying there was no money for tax cuts at the time of the budget.

Promising heaps now.

Marlborough Roads Who was the bright spark at Marlborough Roads who decided to put chip seal on top of the good tarmac road surface on Taylor Pass Road.

It was one of the best bits of road, now turning into the worst.

Money wasted...guess who will pay to put it right.

Sign language It would be far more beneficial to the community as a whole if sign language was taught in schools rather than some other languages that are not commonly used.

Tele marketing Genesis Energy keep phoning me on my unlisted number trying to get me to tell them what I pay for my power.

They won’t tell me their rates first.

Getting tiresome.

I don’t deal that way.

Put your cards on the table Genesis.

King’s degree revelation I really thought that taxpayer-funded MP’s worked in parliament, not studying for an accountants degree whilst on a parliamentary education select committee.

Must have been the highest-ever publically funded student in our history, limousine to classes included!

I smell a rat here.

Or is he working free for the community now?

Tui moment!

Cat traps I live in the Witherlea area.

I have three cats all my cats have come home with broken legs.

I have had them to the vet but one of my cats’ legs had to be cut off.

Would you like to see your foot in a trap?

You are a nasty person.

Hope you get a dog, if so you don’t deserve to have any animals!

Hurricane Irma

Fuel prices National Party had an enquiry into excessive fuel prices in the lower North Island and most of South Island.

What was the outcome?

Absolutely nothing I would think.

91 octane $1.98 3 weeks ago. $2.05 today!

And so fuel keeps going up in Blenheim.

Catching up with food prices in Blenheim supermarkets!

So does President ‘Donald Trumpet’ still think that there is no global warming after being hit by hurricane Irma?

School show Congratulations to Springlands School pupils and teachers on a wonderful show full of entertainment. Well done. Proud Grannies.

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When I’m doing 100km on Old Renwick Road you get idiots that pass you going 100km too, then go turn next corner.

Or pull out of their drives when your doing 100km, it does your head in.

I thoroughly agree with the person who wrote in about rural driving.

The drivers generally pull out in front of you when you’re the only car on the road.

Don’t know why they insist on driving 20km below speed limit and slowing everyone down, they should keep well to the left so people can pass.

Homeless Several suffer from addictions or behavioural issues that render them difficult in shared accommodation.

Best advice is to treat them as you would any other person, with respect and friendliness.

There’s a free breakfast and often sleeping bags and tarps to give, last Sunday of each month at Harvest Life Church, Middle Renwick Road.

Please tell anyone who is homeless or in need.

Pyrolysis plant!

What are the MDC grape barons doing!

Baked raw arsenic is bad enough but, chromium also in the air, are you mad?

Why is a northern tribal trust being passed the MDC buck of public health cost liability.

Land development along Taylor Pass has halted and they hope to sell the baked charcoal to the third world!

Please wake up Blenheim or suffer horribly in your silence, really!

Government The media reckon National can govern alone!

Depending on questions asked and answers framed any party could govern.

Is the media trying to shape the election?

txt talk of the week Trains Didn’t it used to be great travelling from Blenheim to Christchurch as a kid on the train and the excitement of stopping off at the platform to get something from the tearooms to eat.

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Rude driver Going through Lewis Pass 8.30pm on Friday, a courier truck driving up our backside with their lights on full deliberately.

You should be sacked, it was pouring and nowhere we could go, big man in your truck.

Be warned Ardern is dancing to the tune of Helen Clark.

Heaps of refugees and your money going towards UN rubbish projects while oldies pay more tax.tax.tax.

Roundabouts Just a response to ‘Roundabouts.’

It’s not the truck driver or the units fault the roundabout gets run over.

If they weren’t so big it would be different.

But then if muppets knew how to drive we might not need them.

Trains I heard a locomotive sound as it approached the crossing on our street.

Music to my ears God is in heaven and all’s well with world, South Island anyway.

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Popular new bike track

By Bill McElhinney Hard work by a dedicated group of volunteers has created new mountain bike tracks in Picton for junior riders.

The Picton Junior Mountain Bike Track officially opens today, although some riders have already begun to explore the area, says one of the organisers, Lee–ann Mosna.

“The track has been designed and made with the help of Picton Trails Mountain Bike Club and parents like Glen Richardson and others,” Lee–ann says.

“It’s aimed at primary

school-aged children and beginner riders. There are different tracks and grades.

We hope the kids will make it their own.”

The track is in the pine forest at the back of Queen’s Charlotte College.

“The land is owned by the college, so we ask that people respect the area when using the tracks,” Lee–ann says.

“The gate at the entrance was kindly sponsored by the Picton Flower Ladies.”

Entry to the park is alongside the College 50 meters up the road from the Port Marlborough Pavilion car park.

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Fifty three years on and still trucking

By Bill McElhinney Warren Piesse began his model truck collection in 1964.

Fifty three years later he’s still going and his collection now fills a whole room in his house.

“When I was a youngster I used to get the whole family to line up at the post office to buy postal notes,” Warren says.

Postal notes were a way of sending money through the mail. They were bought at a post office and could be redeemed for cash at another post office by the named recipient.

Warren used the postal notes to buy die cast models from British firms such as Matchbox and Dinky. He collected hundreds of them.

Then in 1971 he discovered model truck kitsets and began to assemble his own models.

“Some of them take hours to do,” he says. “Between 40 hours

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Warren Piesse with his son Lawrence with his lego buildings.

up to 200 hours work for some of the bigger ones.

“And if they’re American truck models, I convert them to right hand drive. So it all takes time and patience.”

Warren has also built other truck models from scratch.

“If I see a vehicle I like and I want to make a model, I photograph it from all angles and measure it if I can. I make the models to scale.

“In earlier days, before computers, lettering was hand done using stick-on Letraset. The models

were also spray painted.”

Warren is also a Formula 1 race car fan and was a follower of New Zealand race car designer and driver, the late Bruce McLaren.

As a result he has assembled a number of Formula 1 kitset models.

Warren enters his models in competitions around the country and has a string of awards.

The Nelson-Marlborough Truck Modellers Club is holding their annual exhibition at the Redwoodtown Community Centre, on the corner of Cleghorn and Weld Streets, on Saturday, October 1, from 10am to 3pm.

“The models on show will include a range of styles and materials, such as die-cast, tanks, fire engines, race cars, a helicopter and planes,” Warren says.

“There will also be some great Lego models. It’s only $2 admission and kids under 15 are free.”

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New car winner

By Celeste Alexander A Blenheim woman has been handed the keys to a brand new Holden Spark LS after winning it as part of New World Supermarket’s Clubcard Anniversary giveaway.

Michelle Miller was highly emotional on Wednesday when she met with store owner Ashley Shore who presented her with a bunch of flowers and showed her the new car.

A car was given away at all stores throughout New Zealand to lucky winners who received an entry for

every $50 they spent instore when swiping their Clubcard.

Michelle says she has been a customer of New World Blenheim for nine years and the car was by far ‘the best prize’ she had ever won.

“I’m still in shock! I got the call on Monday and at first I thought it was a scam,” she laughs.

“It’s still sinking in but I’m so happy. These are happy tears.”

Ashley and wife Melanie who have owned the store since 2013 say they are ‘thrilled’ the car went to one of their regular shoppers.

New World Blenheim owner Ashley Shore with new car winner Michelle Miller.

Spring at lagoon

Justine Johnson with her daughter Eva and some of the lagoon’s new plantings.

Restoration work at the Grovetown Lagoon is stepping up as the weather warms, and a series of educational talks kicks off next week.

Te Whanau Hou Grovetown Lagoon coordinator Justine Johnson says while winter was a bit quiet, there was a good turnout for a working bee two weeks ago.

The group has funding from the Department of Conservation for school and community education, so it is running talks on Thursday nights, starting with Barry Holdaway on history in the lagoon area at Grovetown School Hall next week, and then Mike Bell on predator identification the following week.

The final talk is a riverside walk looking at rongoa plants with Tricia Hook and Lovey Walsh on Saturday October 7, starting at the Wairau Rowing Club.

Justine says the rongoa area is a new one for the group and she expects Tricia and Lovey’s talk to be really interesting.

The lagoon group have been planting native trees and running a trapping line to keep predators such as rats and stoats away from nesting birds, Justine says.

Next is the building of a boardwalk over the creek to connect the loop track around the lagoon.

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World scooter record Bethsaida Retirement Village

By Celeste Alexander Age Concern Marlborough is holding its ‘World Record Attempt’ on Friday, September 29 at noon at The Forum Market Place in Blenheim.

This event celebrates the International Day of the Older Persons 2017, and aims to bring together people of all ages to take part.

The idea is that people bring along a mobility scooter and be seated on it for an official count.

There will be a Justice of the Peace to do the count, plus everyone who registers will be counted to ensure an accurate number.

Field worker Catherine Donnolly came up with this idea to create awareness of social isolation for older persons.

“No matter how old you are, if you are on a mobility scooter you will be part of a world record attempt,” Catherine says.

Registration is at 11am and

Rest Home Care · Hospital Level Care Catherine Donnelly, Ricky Shadbolt and Shirley Phillips are looking forward to the mobility scooter 'World Record Attempt' next Friday.

those who do will receive an orange flag courtesy of Access Mobility. There will also be goody bags and spot prizes.

There will be also be entertainment and a free sausage sizzle courtesy of the Marlborough District

Council and Blenheim Lions Club.

“A big thank you to the MDC, Marlborough Violence Intervention Project, Access Mobility, Red Cross, Grey Power and Blenheim Lions.”

Bethsaida Retirement Village is set on 2 hectares of landscaped parklike grounds providing a relaxed & comfortable atmosphere.

We offer both Rest Home & Hospital level care so that if your level of independance changes we can increase the level of assistance we provide. Our friendly competent staff will ensure you are well supported. Bethsaida, where care comes first.

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The Link Between Hearing Impairment & Dementia.

Multiple studies indicate hearing loss can be linked to the onset of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Leaving hearing loss untreated could pose a serious risk that has not been widely shared with the hearing impaired population.

Frank R. Lin, MD, Ph.D conducted a study commonly cited by medical professionals on the topic of hearing loss and cognitive decline. The study observed 1,984 adults over the course of six years, tracking the progression of their hearing loss in relation to their cognitive function.

Dr. Lin concluded that while further research was needed to identify the mechanics of how and why hearing loss and cognitive decline are related, there is little doubt that hearing loss is a factor in loss of mental acuity in older adults.

The study also indicated that the more severe the hearing loss, the greater the likelihood of developing a cognitive disorder, and the steeper the decline in mental function. However, even subjects with mild hearing loss were found more likely to experience cognitive failures.

“Declines in hearing abilities may accelerate gray matter

atrophy and increase the listening effort necessary to comprehend speech… Hearing aids may not only improve hearing but preserve the brain,” said Dr. Lin.

In January 2014, Dr. Lin and his team released new results regarding changes in the brains of adults with normal hearing to those of adults with hearing loss.

After undergoing magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) exams every year for ten years, 51 of the 126 participants examined who had at least a 25-decibel (dB) hearing loss from the start, displayed accelerated rates of gray matter shrinkage when compared to the 75 participants with normal hearing.

Those with hearing impairments lost more than an additional cubic centimeter of brain matter annually and experienced greater shrinkage of tissue in the structures responsible for processing sound and speech. The atrophy affected the middle and inferior temporal gyri, which play key roles in memory and sensory integration. Similar damage to these regions can be seen in patients with Alzheimer’s disease. Early diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss may slow the progression of dementia

and Alzheimer’s disease.

As evidence continues to mount that hearing loss is a contributing factor in the development of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, it is imperative to consider the profound consequences of ignoring hearing loss.

People with hearing loss on average wait seven years from when they are diagnosed to seek treatment, even though the sooner hearing loss is detected and treatment begins, the more hearing ability can be preserved. Considering early diagnosis and medical intervention also slows the progression of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, it is more important than ever for patients to get their hearing loss treated sooner rather than later.

Treatment with hearing aids not only helps improve hearing it may be the key to preventing brain atrophy and cognitive dysfunction.

If you are interested in finding out more about the risks of hearing impairment please contact Nanci at House of Hearing Blenheim on 03 579 5353

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Visit your local Library today...

Marlborough District Libraries (Blenheim and Picton) have an extensive collection of large print books (fiction and non-fiction), audio books, magazines and jigsaw puzzles.

Access to the Libraries catalogue, databases and e-book collection is available at www.marlboroughlibraries.govt.nz

My skin may have wrinkles but it’s because I’m smiling so much.

That might sound like some terrible American greetings card, but I feel it’s immoral for me to castigate my body for getting older, when it does everything I ask of it.

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Battle social isolation by making new friends.

Reach out, be social Would you like more company?

If you are feeling lonely, or would just like more social contact, it’s important to do something about it, and Age Concern Marlborough can help.

Our Accredited Visiting Service is a befriending service that provides regular visits to older people who would like more company.

Our visitors are volunteers who are keen to spend time with an older person for about an hour each week to enjoy conversation and shared interests and activities.

Do you have time for older people?

Regular visits can make a real difference to an older person’s health and happiness, and our volunteers tell us that they really enjoy and benefit from their role.

If you would like to spend time with an older person, and have an hour or so a week to spare, we want to hear from you.

Contact Age Concern on 03 579 3457.

Seniors 50’s & 60’s Tea Dance Sunday 1 October 2017 4pm - 7pm. Clubs of Marlborough Tickets $10. No door sales. All enquiries to Age Concern phone 579 3457.

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Supporting elderly people in the community

Grey Power Marlborough The Association for people 50+ Call in and see us in the Community Centre Building, Room 19.

In the corner of the carpark behind Farmers.

Community Centre 25 Alfred Street, Blenheim Ph 579 3457

Phone 03 578 4950 or visit our website on www.greypowermarlborough.co.nz

Footpaths are for all pedestrians

including mobility scooters, wheelchairs and people on foot View the plans for Springlands Lifestyle Village's new villa development at an open day being held later this month.

More villas being built

By Celeste Alexander When Springlands Lifestyle Village began building its independent villas, the plan was to have eight, but as the years have passed that number has now risen to 64 and counting.

There’s some new activity happening on the corner of Battys and Lakings Roads as part of Springlands Lifestyle Village’s ‘stage five’ development.

The land is being cleared and soon construction will begin on six brand new villas.

These will be the largest yet, village manager Naomi Nailer says.

“These are quite special. They are a different plan to the others we have built but still have similar features,” she says.

As part of this development a two-storey, four bedroom and double garage villa will be refurbished, a first for Springlands Lifestyle Village.

“This will certainly be something quite different to what we have. The living areas will be on the ground floor making it easy for the residents, while upstairs will be two bedrooms ideal for visiting family.

“We have never done this before so it will be interesting to hear the feedback,” Naomi says.

Refurbishment on this four bedroom villa is

expected to be completed around February/ March 2018, while the remaining villas in ‘stage five’ is hoped to be finished in June 2018.

Anyone interested in learning more about the development as well as other care features of the village, are invited to attend open days being held on September 30 and October 1 between 10am - 2pm.

Take a tour of the village’s studios, an independent apartment as well as view the nine ‘stage four’ villas currently being constructed.

The plans will also be available for ‘stage five’ and viewing of the site.

“It’s a good opportunity for people to see what we already have in place as well as our exciting new developments.

“When we first began stage four, of the nine villas we planned to build we sold seven before construction began.

“People are buying off the plans so if anyone is interested these open days are a chance for them to get in early,” Naomi says.

Simply turn up on the two days using the entrance off Battys Road.

There will be raffles, a barbecue, and coffee cart.

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Business Awards

GALA DINNER Friday 6 October 2017

Entries line up for business excellence awards The 2017 Business Excellence Awards will be announced at a gala dinner on October 6, hosted by the Marlborough Chamber of Commerce.

The awards highlight some of the unique businesses in Marlborough and entrants in the main categories are profiled here.

This year, a Business Hall of Fame is also being set up and an inductee or inductees will be announced.

Tickets for the gala dinner, to be held at the Marlborough Convention Centre, are on sale now – email bea@mcoc.org.nz

Cranky Goat Ltd

Instant Auto

Cranky Goat Ltd is an award-winning family-owned Marlborough Sounds based business supplying quality handmade cheeses across New Zealand. Using high quality goat milk that is sourced from a neighbouring farm, we can guarantee high quality cheeses fit to suit everyone’s preferences.

At Cranky Goat Ltd we only use ingredients that are sourced from Marlborough and the Nelson Region using minimal processing, focusing on producing hand crafted fresh cheeses that are made using tradition methods and recipes. All our cheeses are 100 per cent vegetarian.

Instant Auto is unique to Blenheim. It is 100 per cent locally owned; all branding systems and procedures have been developed in-house and not through a franchise.

We are New Zealand’s only Fast Lube operation to be endorsed by the Motor Trade Association. We employ systems that allow quick turnaround, extreme cost savings and excellent value. We are specialists in all aspects of vehicle servicing and maintenance as well as automotive air conditioning. Our client base is many and varied, however our strongest growth has been in the commercial sector.

Escape Tourism

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Escape Tourism is a business entity which encompasses three individual businesses, owned by Juliearna Kavanagh and Warren Lewis: Escape to Picton Ltd, Escape to Marlborough Partnership, and The Gables.

Escape to Picton Boutique Hotel, Restaurant, and Bar is within strolling distance of the beautiful Queen Charlotte Sound and the picturesque Picton township.

The Gables is a charming bed & breakfast in an historic Picton homestead.

The Escape to Marlborough Partnership, a luxurious fleet of vehicles, operating a personalised tour business and a more public ‘Hop on Hop off’ transport offering.

Kiwi Clean Living is a profit-for-purpose family business based in Marlborough three generations of women in one family, working together to make the world a better place, support our own families, and build a company to be proud of.

We are proud to be the sole distributor in New Zealand and the Pacific Islands of the ACE 1 solar biomass energy system.

Our ACE 1 cookstove provides smokeless cooking, as well as off-grid solar energy for lighting and phone charging. It’s an allin-one clean energy device. This is a new innovative way of using natural materials to provide essential power for clean living.

Sidekick Tasman Sidekick Tasman are Chartered Accountants and Certified Xero Advisors, operating out of our central Blenheim office since April 2015, serving clients all over the Tasman region, and others throughout New Zealand.

We are a forward-thinking, tech-savvy accounting team focused on helping business owners take the right steps towards achieving their business goals.

Our Sidekick accounting services include fixed fees, unlimited free customer support, and a wonderful online accounting software called Xero. As part of the network we are able to utilise a world of expertise and experience in all areas of business.

We discovered as we embraced cloud systems that aren’t location specific, we’re able to offer top quality accounting support from anywhere to anywhere.

Other category entrants The Marlborough Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards also have categories recognising customer service, and there are extra entrants in this other category.

There are seven entrants in the Trustpower Customer Service awards.

As well as entries from Instant Auto, Mag & Turbo, NZ Home Loans Blenheim, and Escape Tourism, there are also entries from Arbour, Gramado’s, and Nite Spa. Arbour, a fine dining restaurant in Godfrey’s Road, won the supreme award in the Business Excellence Awards last year.

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Business Awards

GALA DINNER Friday 6 October 2017

Mag & Turbo

Leslie Bros Ag Contracting

Mag & Turbo is not just a traditional tyre shop, we are part of New Zealand’s only specialist aftermarket wheel retail chain.

While our product mix also comprises of tyres, servicing, suspension and accessories, our point of difference is to remain true to our core business, providing customers with the most complete and current range of top quality wheels in a modern showroom.

Our mission is to provide clients with automotive products furnished with exceptional service, enhancing an image of professionalism within our industry.

Leslie Bros Ag Contracting is an agricultural contracting business which was purchased in 2015 by brothers Paul and John Leslie. With a yard located at 1473 Queen Charlotte Drive, Linkwater, this locally owned and operated family business is committed to providing a high quality service so their customers’ get a top quality product.

They are dedicated to providing solutions for their customer’s needs and constantly strive for the highest standards on each and every job undertaken.

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Leslie Bros Ag Contracting offer a range of services; including: • Air Seeding • Spraying • Grass Silage (Pit Silage) • Maize Planting • Maize Silage • Baleage Leslie Bros Ag Contracting employs five staff and during busy periods they call in the help of local contractors where some days there can be up to 12 people in total.

Allan Scott Family Wines Allan Scott Family Winemakers is a Kiwi family-operated business that is passionate about their product and ensuring a memorable experience with each wine.

The Scott name is on the bottle, so the family stands behind everything they make.

As one of the first independent wineries to be established in Marlborough in 1990, Allan Scott Family Winemakers have made a name for themselves in this highly competitive industry.

Allan has nearly 40 years in the wine business, which makes him one of the most experienced people in Marlborough.

P.R. Leslie Contracting is a contracting business which was established in 2011

by Paul Leslie.

With a yard located at 1473 Queen Charlotte Drive, Linkwater, this locally owned and operated family business is committed to providing a top quality work for our customers in a professional manner that exceed expectations. P.R. Leslie Contracting employs five staff members who are dedicated to providing solutions for their customer’s needs and constantly strive for the highest standards on each and every job undertaken.

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Simcox Construction Ltd Simcox Construction Ltd aims to be the ‘Civil Contractor of Choice’ in Marlborough. Formed in 1984 by Ian and Margaret Simcox, this family-owned business has formed long term partnerships with its clients, providing for their needs in land development, vineyards and wineries, plus civil infrastructure.

Simcox Construction Ltd has been supported by the Marlborough community, so we continue to provide sponsorship to many community organisations, maintaining the Simcox family legacy.

New Zealand Home Loans Blenheim owned and operated by Marlborough local Phil Muir offers financial advice, home loan borrowing and insurance services to clients to help them to better themselves financially and grow their equity.

We identify ourselves as financial advisors first and foremost, and we offer nonbank home loans and risk management/ insurances as part of that role and process.

We work with first-home buyers, those refinancing their existing loans from banks, and those with new builds and investment properties.

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- WEEKEND EVENT GUIDE Friday 22 Tempo Today’s emerging musicians performing onstage. Classic-cool music with guest artist Glenn Offord. 7pm, Wesley Centre, 3 Henry Street. $3per person or $10 family, cash only.

Yealands Estate Marlborough Gallery Marlborough Arts Society exhibition by life members, opening and preview from 6pm. On until October 3, 204 High Street, Blenheim.

Pelorus Jack Up The latest offering from local playwright, Rick Edmonds. Havelock Town Hall, Main Road, Havelock. Today 7:30pm, Saturday 7:30pm. Adults $20, students and senior citizens $15, children under 14 $10. Door sales only.

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. Phone 573 8283.

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

Art Classes and Workshops available. 204 High Street. Phone 577 6784 or www. marlboroughartsociety.com.

Marlborough Museum Brayshaw Heritage Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place. Open 10am–4pm daily.

Detour Gallery Abstraction explores colour, texture depth and movement in visual arts on until October 12. 67 Market Street. Open from Wednesday to Monday 11am-5pm weekdays and 11am-3pm Weekends.

Friday Knockout Pool Tournament Open to anybody except 1st division players. Come along learn the rules, some tactics, and maybe even improve your play. Limited to 16 people on a first come basis. Every Friday night at 7pm Clubs of Marlborough.

Millennium Public Art Gallery 47 degrees South–Rakiura-Five Artists on Stewart Island, on until October 1. Corner of Seymour Street and Alfred Street, Blenheim, koha appreciated.

Marlborough Women’s Club Friday’s at 2pm, 108 High Street, Blenheim. A variety of programmes throughout the year, Mah Jong, music, gardening, crafts and a monthly speaker. Women of all ages welcome. For further information phone Catherine 9293299. This Friday is Club Function with a visit to the Museum and afternoon tea at the club.

Downton Adlib Laugh until you cry with this unique comedy show loosely based on Downton Abbey, among other period dramas.

7:30pm, ASB Theatre Marlborough. Tickets $14-$56, available at the ASB Theatre Marlborough and online.

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

The Diversion Gallery Open Fridays and Saturdays only for winter, 11am-4pm. 10 London Quay, Picton.

Phone 573 7376 or 027 440 8121 or www. thediversion.co.nz.

Marlborough Golf Club Half price green-fees after 4pm every day! 74 Paynters Rd. www.marlboroughgolf.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.

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

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Give Softball a Go A fun day where you can learn skills, make new friends and enjoy a BBQ. Suitable for the whole family. 10am -12pm, Lansdowne Park, Lansdowne Road, Blenheim.

Eastern States Speedway First practice for the season while drivers get their cars dialled in. Pak Lims Road, Renwick. Practice starts at 2pm, free entry.

EcoWorld EcoWorld Aquarium & Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre, Picton Foreshore. Saturday & Sunday 9.30am-5.30pm.

Redwood Market 8.30am-12pm, Redwood Tavern car park.

Plants, produce, cards, jewellery, flowers and hand crafts. Site fees donated to charity. Contact Alison 578 5109.

Round’A’Mini Golf Picton Picton Foreshore, 9am Saturday and Sunday, 9am.

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.

Phone Andy 578 2272 or 021 842 928.

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

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.

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

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

Brooklyn Croquet Club Whitehead Park off Brooklyn Drive. Play days are Saturday, Tuesday and Thursday at 1pm. Come and have a go. Phone Dale 578 4427.

Sunday 24 The Seven Sopranos Brava Tour Be taken on an inspired journey with immortal arias and timeless contemporary anthems. 7:30pm, ASB Theatre Marlborough. Tickets $29-$75, available at the ASB Theatre Marlborough and online.

The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride Join the world’s largest charitable motorcycle event for owners of classic and vintage styled bikes. To help raise awareness of prostate cancer and men’s mental health. All riders must be registered on The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride website. 9am-12pm, Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre, 79 Aerodrome Rd, Omaka.

Alzheimers Marlborough’s Memory Walk To remember those affected by dementia. Departs from Munro St carpark, Taylor River at 10am, registrations from 9:30am.

Taylor River Public Planting Please bring a spade and sturdy shoes. A sausage sizzle will follow once planting is completed. 10am-12pm, meet at Monro Street carpark Taylor River, everyone welcome. Postponed to October 1 if wet.

Organ Concert Enjoy the music and talent of local organists and friends. 2pm, Nativity Church, 76 Alfred Street. $10 per person, door sales.

Marlborough Kennel Assn Double Ribbon Parades Clubgrounds Aerodrome Rd, Omaka.

Spectators welcome, entries 10.15am and judging at 11am. All breeds recognised by NZKC welcome. For further information phone Sharon 5785311.

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

Chess Joocy Loocy Café, 4 John Street, 10am1pm. Please bring your own board and pieces.

Ulysses Club Ride Lunch ride to Murchison. 10.30am departure from the south end of the Blenheim Railway Station.

Marlborough Farmers’ Market Every Sunday, 9am-noon at the A&P Showgrounds. Grab yourself a delicious brunch, lots on offer.

Picton Rail & Sail Open (subject to weather) Sundays, public holidays & everyday during school holidays. For further information contact Graham Low 573 6356 or Russell Mathews 573 8553.

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

Tramping Club We go on tramps Wednesday and Sunday, please confirm for travel. Phone Mary 572 8762 .

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

Petanque 10am Sunday and 1pm Wednesday, 65A Weld Street. Phone Russell 579 1952.

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

Picton Table Tennis Meets at the Picton Little Theatre every Sunday and Tuesday, Dublin St, 10amnoon. $3 bats, tea/coffee supplied. Adults only. Phone Ernie 0275 888 453.

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.

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Bob Barnes Vicar, Nativity Anglican Church

Q A Q A Q A

My ideal day is spent....

Either with my Nativity church family or biking Marlborough trails with my wife, Libby, and Tom the dog.

One of my best holidays was...

Travelling Westland, Fiordland and Central Otago in November 2014.

One thing on my bucket list is....

To bike lots of cycle trails around New Zealand.

Q A Q A Q A

If I could, I would....

Walk The Camino De Santiago (900km pilgrimage from France and across Spain).

What’s your favourite meal?

Roast pork with apple sauce, kumara and gravy, followed by apple pie, custard and ice cream.

My guilty TV pleasure is .....

Watching Location Location Location, Master Chef Australia, and sci-fi.

Q A Q A Q A

My parents used to say...

“Do what you do do well, boy.”

The keys to happiness are...

In knowing Jesus.

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

With Libby, to have a meal with Jesus, so I could better shape my values to his.

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THIS WEEK WITH WALLY RICHARDS

How safe are natural products?

Volunteers Barbara Doherty, Catherine Hughes, Gaeline Cairns and Marrilyn Colquhoun.

Three years on...

By Celeste Alexander Cake, candles and plenty of laughter was shared this week at the St John Charity Shop, as staff and volunteers celebrated the shop’s third birthday.

The shop was opened on September 20, 2014 with the aim of raising money to go towards St John Marlborough.

Items are donated to the shop, cleaned and sorted then sold by the many volunteers who dedicate their time.

St John Ambulance Marlborough area committee chairman Rod Hill says he’s thrilled

with the response of the public and thanks them for their ongoing support.

“The public has been incredibly generous and by donating to the shop and making purchases, they are making a huge difference to St John.

“It’s enabled us to purchase things we otherwise would have been on the waiting list for,” he says.

Shop manager Marlene Weatherall thanked all of the volunteers.

“We’d be lost without them... they’re so valuable and do such an amazing job,” she says.

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I get annoyed when people try to make out that safe natural alternatives are dangerous.

I received an email this week from a reader that said: “I’ve been using neem products for a couple of years now and I just read an article stating that neem products should not be used on edible crops due to possible aflatoxin in the product. What’s your take on this please?”

Aflatoxins are a family of toxins produced by certain fungi that are found on agricultural crops such as maize (corn), peanuts, cottonseed, and tree nuts.

The main fungi that produce aflatoxins are Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus, which are abundant in warm and humid regions of the world.

I presume the writer thinks that the neem tree has nuts and in a warm climate (India) there could be a connection.

However, the neem tree does not have nuts, it has berries/seeds.

He could have found the following from this study: Inhibition of aflatoxin B1 production of Aspergillus flavus, isolated from soybean seeds by certain natural plant products: Methods and results: Soybean seed was treated with different natural products and fungicide captan and was inoculated with toxigenic strain of A. flavus and incubated for different periods.

The results showed that all the treatments were effective in controlling aflatoxin B1 production.

Captan, neem cake, spore suspension of Trichoderma harzianum, A. niger and combination of both reduced the level of aflatoxin B1 to a great extent.

Leaf powder of W. somnifera, H. suaveolens, which is the peel powder of Camellia sinensis (tealLeaves), C. medica (a citrus member) and pongamia cake also controlled the aflatoxin B1 production.

Conclusions: All the natural product treatments applied were significantly effective in inhibiting aflatoxin B1 production on soybean seeds by A. flavus.

These natural plant products may suc-

cessfully replace chemical fungicides and provide an alternative method to protect soybean and other agricultural commodities from aflatoxin.

So instead of being dangerous to food crops, the neem protects against this fungus toxin.

A reader did some research and sent me information from NZ Food Safety website which read: “Insecticide products containing neem have been available in New Zealand for many years. Neem is derived from the oil of the neem tree berries.

“The action of the insecticide is primarily derived from the presence of azadirachtin in the oil, although other components of the oil may cause synergistic or insecticidal effects.

“Neem has been determined to be of very low toxicity.

“Extracts of neem have been used historically in parts of Asia for skin and dental treatments for what has claimed to be over 2000 years. Parts of the neem tree are consumed in certain Indian and Southeast Asian dishes.

“Neem is used in human medicine for skin and acne treatment and for the control of scabies and head lice.

“The active component, azadirachtin, has also been demonstrated to be of very low toxicity. Neem and azadirachtin do not represent a dietary intake risk from consumption of residues on treated food commodities.

“It has been determined that the use of neem as an insecticide for use on all food producing plant species is very unlikely to pose any health risks from consumption of the harvested commodity.

“Neem cake has an adequate quantity of NPK in organic form for plant growth.

Being a totally botanical product it contains 100 per cent natural NPK content and other essential micro nutrients as nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium and sulphur.

“It is rich in both sulphur compounds and bitter limonoids.”

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Roy and Judy Kett wlil celebrate 65 years of marriage on Sunday.

Roy and Judy celebrate 65 years Dancing leads to happiness

By Bill McElhinney Roy and Judy Kett are looking forward to Sunday.

That’s when they will get together with their extended family to celebrate their 65 years of marriage.

“It’s the day we got married 65 years ago, September 24,” Judy says.

“We’ll have a dinner on Saturday night with just our family, then a lunch on Sunday with the rest.”

The rest are their five children, Roger, Danny, and Anthony Kett, Jenny Fyffe, and Bronwyn Cresswell, 15 grandchildren “and about the same number of great-grandchildren,” Judy says.

Roy, 87, and Judy, 85, were both keen ballroom dancers when they were younger, and met at a dance in Christchurch.

Roy worked for the Singer Sewing Machine Company and Judy worked in a jeweller’s shop.

They married in Christchurch but

shortly afterwards Singer sent Roy to Blenheim.

“And we’ve been here ever since,” Roy says. “We’ve never wanted to move.”

The couple bought a little house in Hospital Road “which was a gravel road then, and no street lights,” Judy says.

Roy later went to work for Colin McKenzie who had a shop in Blenheim selling sewing machines and large motor mowers popular with the rural community.

They also started a small poultry farm in Hospital Road, just 100 pullets at the start, Roy says.

However the poultry business grew and grew and before long the Ketts had bought the property next door and were running a business, selling eggs and poultry.

“And we had four children at the time as well,” Judy says.

“We were pretty busy!”

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The couple eventually sold the poultry business and Roy took up what was originally a temporary position with Blenheim contracting firm Zacariah and Lowe, which did the majority of the kerbing, channelling and drainage work around Marlborough.

“The company were having some difficulties at the time,” Roy says. “I was supposed to help them as they looked to wind up. But after three months I could see that the company could be turned around.”

Zacariah and Lowe grew to become a major Marlborough contracting company, which was eventually sold to Fulton Hogan.

“We’ve always got on and always worked well together,” Roy says.

“That’s right,” Judy says. “A good marriage is built on a bit of give and take.”

Sharaine Steenberg, new neighbourhood support coordinator.

Looking after one another

By Celeste Alexander Sharaine Steenberg had only been in Blenheim a short time with her family when they experienced their first earthquake.

The South African family had no idea of what to do, where to go for information or who to talk to, and say they wished they knew about Neighbourhood Support.

Sharaine is now the Neighbourhood Support area coordinator for Marlborough and says from her own experiences, she can see the benefits of being part of a neighbourhood network.

“We were living on a vineyard in Spring Creek when the big earthquake hit last year and it was really scary. I went onto the internet looking for information and just before the power went out, I saw a tsunami warning.

“After that I didn’t know what to do, but if there had of been a neighbourhood support active in the area we lived, we could have shared information.

“All I could think was that if I felt this way, how many other immigrants felt this too.

“And not just immigrants but elderly and families new to the region. I feel that Neighbourhood Support is an incredibly valuable network to be part of,” she says.

Sharaine’s background was

working in community development so when she was approached to take on the position as Neighbourhood Support area co-ordinator she ‘jumped at it’.

She has around 70 street contacts and 3500 members, but is wanting to hear from those interesting in being part of Neighbourhood Support.

“Neighbourhood Support is not just about surveillance, but rather community welfare. It’s focusing on hour we look after one another.

“Starting a Neighbourhood Support group is as easy as talking to the people on your street. Forming a group is a great way to promote regular communication, support one another and bring people closer together.

“I am here in a supportive role and to share resources.

For example if your street wanted to host a barbecue let us know as we could supply the sausages,” Sharaine says.

Anyone interested in finding out about Neighbourhood Support are encouraged to contact Sharaine.

Contact Sharaine on 027 578 0306 or email Sharaine.

Steenberg@marlborough. govt.nz There will be a ‘street contacts get-together’ being held on November 17 at 5pm, held at the Emergency Operations Centre at 4 Wither Road.

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Marlborough Returned and Services Association (Incorporated) Annual General Meeting RSA Lounge Clubs of Marlborough 2pm Saturday 23rd September 2017 Business.

1. Confirmation of Minutes of AGM held on 24th September 2016 and of an Extraordinary General Meeting held on the 27th July 2017.

2. Adoption of Annual Report and Balance Sheet for the period end 30th June 2017.

3. Announcement of results of Elections for Office.

4. Notices of Motion as per the Clubs Notice Board and pursuant to Club Rule 20.

5. General Business.

NOTICE OF MEETING Sunday 8th October 2017 at 10.30am

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Tuesday Members Draw 1st draw $3700.00* * Unless struck prior

Members, their guests and Affiliates Welcome P: 5781059 • www.clubsofmarlborough.org.nz

BUSINESS 1. Confirmation of Minutes of the AGM held on 2nd October 2016.

2. Adoption of the Annual Report and Balance Sheet for the period ending 30th June 2017.

3. Election of Committee.

4. Election of Trustees.

5. Election of (5) Board of Appeal Members.

6. Appointment of Auditor.

7. Notices of Motion as per the Clubs Notice 8. Board and pursuant to club Rule 21.6 (b). Subscriptions.

9. General Business.

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CLARK, John Forsyth (Jack): Passed away peacefully at Wairau Hospital, on Monday September 18 2017. Aged 88 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Dorreen, and a much loved father and grandfather. At John’s request, a private cremation has taken place.

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Death Notices ATWOOL, Berners Courtenay (Bernie): September 11, 2017 GILBERT, George Roy (Roy): Reg. 566008 RAF Flight Sgt. September 14, 2017 HARVEY, David Alexander: September 19, 2017 HOLT, David Henry: September 14, 2017 KAIN, Lois Elizabeth: September 16, 2017 MITCHELL, Helen Elizabeth (Liz): September 13, 2017 SMITH, Rex Graeme: September 18, 2017 Kelvin Aberhart and Matt Flight from the Central rugby Club. Kelvin has the trophy he was awarded for JAB coach of the year. Matt has the Blues Brothers logo the club hopes to introduce next year for their junior players.

Blues Bros a rippa idea for Central Rugby Club

By Bill McElhinney They’re not Jake and Elwood, but Matt Flight and Kelvin Aberhart hope to give the Central Rugby Club players a taste of the blues.

“It was Kelvin’s idea,” says Matt. “He coaches the under-13 team and this season they adopted ‘The Blues Brothers’ as their team logo. It was great, the boys really took it on and it worked together.”

Kelvin’s ability to motivate and unite his under-13 players earned him the JAB coach of the year trophy.

“I was really moved,” Kelvin says. “It was a great honour for the whole team.”

Kelvin’s Blues Brothers theme has proved so popu-

lar that the Central JAB committee have decided to take it on for all their teams next season.

“It will be our club motto and logo,” Matt says. “The emphasis will be on being brothers. We want the kids to have fun and a sense of belonging.”

The club also hopes to find sponsors to supply their young players with sunglasses and fedora hats as well as sponsors for the popular club hoodies, which will sport the Blues Brothers logo.

“We want to get more kids involved in rugby,” Matt says. “There’s been a bit of a drop off in recent years. More youngsters are playing things like basketball and hockey, which are played on weeknights, so

the weekends are free. And soccer has also attracted more junior players.

“Our young players play rippa rugby – no tackles – and we place a lot of emphasis on safety, learning new skills and having fun together.”

The club will also be organising the popular rippa rugby mid-summer tournament at Lansdowne Park again this year.

The original Blues Brothers were an American blues band founded in 1978 by comedy actors Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi. They performed as vocalist “Joliet” Jake Blues and harmonica player/ vocalist Elwood Blues in the popular movie of the same name.

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Births This Week JUNE, Meredith: September 11, 2017 McElwain, Ella-Rose: August 29, 2017 Green, Jack Maverick: September 14, 2017

GRAY, Charles John James Dunbar: Charles left us suddenly, in his garden, on Tuesday September 19 2017. Much loved son of Enid, John and Jimmy. Dearest brother and brother-in-law of Julia, Catherine, Hansel and Tania, Bridget and Richard. Loved uncle of Zara, Georgia, Claudia, Lucy, Tom, William and Felix. A clever, kind and gentle soul now at rest. Messages may be sent to 32 Warwick Street, Mayfield, Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Care Marlborough and Gateway Housing Trust would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to P O Box 406, Blenheim 7240. A celebration and farewell for Charles will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, at 11am on Tuesday September 26, followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.

Respectfully cared for by GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 in memoriam

BIGGS, Aaron Michael: 12/03/81 - 22/09/12 In loving memory of my daddy. I love you and you will always be in my heart. You were always there for me. Although I was young I will always remember memories of you. I love you, even thought I can't see or hear you I will always know your there. I always get sad when I remember you suffering. But I know your in a safe place now with god. Love from Lily xxxx BIGGS, Aaron Michael: 12/03/81 - 22/09/12 God saw him getting tired, and a cure was not to be. So He put His arms around him and whispered, "Come with Me." With tearful eyes we watched him suffer, and saw him slowly fade away. Although we loved him dearly, we could not make him stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands put to rest, God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best. Always in our hearts. Love Melissa xx acknowledgements

OLSEN, William Bernard (Bernie): On behalf of the Olsen family I would like to thank everyone who sent flowers, cards and baking. Also to those who attended Bernie's funeral. Thank you, Anne Olsen.

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SPORT

Friday September 22, 2017

SPORTS TALK

Springboks rivalry suffers fatal blow part in elation, part in exhaustion after his All Black team won the first series ever against the ’Boks on South African soil.

That Springbok team had no heart and waved the white flag 10 minutes into the second half.

Last weekend pre-match I’d put out on social media that the All Blacks were ripe for the picking after some sluggish play in previous games and a new look propping partnership.

How wrong was I? Happy to be wrong.

The ’Boks were out-muscled, out-passioned and out-thought tactically.

Springboks coach Allister Cotzee tried desperately to keep things positive, praising his side’s territory advantage but admitted his setpiece failed and his team was well outplayed.

Despite a dominant All Blacks win, international rugby needs a strong South African team and having just suffered their biggest defeat in their history, they have plenty of work to do to restore pride in the green jersey and gain respectability in the rivalry with the All Blacks.

It’s difficult to know where to start after an abysmal performance.

Passion for sport makes event

By Cathie Bell Ella Bogle likes her sport so much she has organised a sports day for fellow children this Sunday afternoon.

The 12 year-old at Bohally Intermediate took part in a boot camp with the Marlborough Youth Trust, and trust leaders encouraged her to bring her ideas about a sports day to life.

She has organised an event this Sunday for children aged four to eight years of age at the old netball courts at Horton Park between 1pm and 4pm to try out different sports such as netball, soccer, and hockey as well as some other challenges for a gold coin entry fee.

The TT coffee cart and Mr Whippy will also be on hand to provide treats.

Ella has organised the day from scratch, right from sorting out a venue and date herself to circulating flyers and publicising the event through school newsletters and social media.

While people are being encouraged to register, Ella says people Ella Bogle has organised a sports event for Sunday. can ‘just rock up’ on the day.

Tables available for Fight for Life

By Celeste Alexander There are some last-minute tables available for the live streaming of the Fight for Life event being held in Blenheim next weekend. The Life Education Trust charity boxing event is being held at the Marlborough Convention

Centre on Saturday evening.

Due to the demand on tickets another room will be set up with tables where the fight will be live streamed.

There are 10 tables left, priced at $500. Nibbles are included in the price. Email Jo on mattandjo@farmside.co.nz.

Sport inbrief

With Jacob Page

Part of my childhood died on Saturday night, watching the All Blacks thump the Springboks 57-0 at North Harbour’s QBE Stadium.

Growing up in the mid-90s I had the privilege of getting up in the middle of the night and watching physically intense, uncompromising battles between the two teams.

The 1995 Rugby World Cup final, which the Springboks won 15-12, is one of my first rugby memories.

I still clearly envisage Sean Fitzpatrick banging his fists into the turf of Ellis Park in 1996,

Yealands Family Wines The Marlborough Golf Club is holding its third pro-am tournament on Thursday, with 31 pros playing.

A golfing clinic is being held by club pro Jonti Philipson the day before from 5.15pm for an hour, before the club tries out a new event ‘speed golf’ when a team of pros and a men’s and women’s team of club members will compete on the 9th hole to see which team can finish the hole in the fastest time.

According to Jonti, the world record is 34.83 seconds playing a par 5.

Makos game The Tasman Makos play the Southland Stags on Sunday at 4.35pm at Trafalgar Park in Nelson in the latest round of the Mitre 10 provincial rugby tournament.

Harriers prizegiving Marlborough Harrier Club is holding its annual prizegiving for all grades on Sunday, at the Harrier Shed, Taylor Pass Road at 12 noon. Come and celebrate the achievements for the 2017season.

Come for lunch. The BBQ will be all heated up for the sausages etc. Be treated with a Mr Whippy. Go to http:// www.harriers.net.nz/ai1ec_event/ end-of-season-prizegiving-for-seniorgrades-and-up/?instance_id=4169

Sportathlon postponed The primary schools’ sportathlon scheduled for today has been postponed as bad weather has closed Lansdowne Park.

Organiser Danielle Blackmore says the event where children can try out 10 sports will be rescheduled, with a date to be confirmed.

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