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Ticket scam Online site rips off theatre goers

By Bill McElhinney Marlborough ASB Theatre goers are being ripped off by an overseas-based scam charging exorbitant prices for tickets that may have been sold multiple times.

The scammers are also targeting other theatres throughout the country, manipulating the Google search engine so that their site is the first one ticket buyers are likely to go to.

Continued page 2 ASB Theatre manager Andrew Scott and Lisa Erikson, event marketing and ticketing, warn theatre goers to only buy tickets from their official site.

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Scammers on-sell tickets at big cost Continued from page 1 “We first became aware of the scam when we got a phone call from a person in the Marlborough Sounds asking why we were charging such exorbitant prices for the Russian Ballet,” ASB Theatre event manager Katharine Overend says.

“Tickets that originally cost $108 were being sold on the site for $280.”

The scam site, called Viagogo, is believed to be based in Czechoslovakia, although theatre staff can’t be entirely sure where it is.

The site has been expertly set up and includes all the details normally found on the legitimate site.

“If people searching for tickets type

in the name of the show, say Foster & Allen for example, they’ll get Viagogo at the top of their search,” Katharine says.

“Viagogo have tickets for this show, which normally cost $78, for sale for $116. And if you buy them they add on booking fees and any other costs.”

“The only way to avoid being ripped off is to go to the official ASB Theatre Marlborough site,” theatre manager Andrew Scott says.

“We can’t stop these people as they’re not based here. Consumer Affairs and the Police have been informed, but there’s nothing they can do.

“Educating the public is the only

way we can stop this happening.”

The scammers will buy a few legitimate tickets online. The tickets are sent as a PDF file with a bar code, which the scammers can then on-sell as many times as they can.

“They buy a few tickets here, a few tickets there, giving false names and addresses.

“We only find out when we scan the barcode at the theatre,” Katharine says, “and we find the same ticket has been sold several times.

“Over the past months we’ve had numerous calls from people asking about high ticket prices, which has alerted us to this scam.

“One person paid $300 for a ticket

that should have cost only $130.”

The scammers also use a sense of urgency to encourage buyers to make a quick purchase.

Their site features messages in red saying things like: “Tickets selling out fast!” “Only a few tickets left!”

“Don’t miss out!” “Prices rising!”

“It prompts a fear of missing out and people are being encouraged to make hasty decisions,” Katharine says. “By saying things like ‘prices rising’ the scammers encourage a bidding war.”

“Don’t be scammed,” Andrew says.

“The only safe place to buy tickets is from ASB Theatre Marlborough Ticketek.”

Closures before road opening

By Cathie Bell Big detours are in place, adding hours to travel south, as officials try to get State Highway One open by December 15.

The New Zealand Transport Agency announced a closure of State Highway One before Ward, diverting people off the highway onto Ward Beach Road and then Seddon Street, so that the Flaxbourne and Needles bridges can be fixed.

It also announced the closure of a section of State Highway 65, the Shenandoah Highway, overnight this weekend to repair the Williscroft Bridge over the Maruia River.

The highway is a key part of the new Alternate Route between Picton and Christchurch and the detour via Inangahua and Reefton will add 40 minutes to the journey, Transport Agency journey manager Tresca Forrester says.

The work will take place from 8pm Sunday night, 12 November, through to 6am Monday morning, 13 November.

If it rains, it will need to be postponed until the next dry night opportunity.

Last week, the agency confirmed

plans to open State Highway 1 between Ward and Kaikoura to traffic on Friday 15 December, restoring the coastal highway link from Picton to Christchurch.

Agency earthquake recovery manager Tim Crow says when the road reopens several sites will still be under construction, with unsealed surfaces, lane closures and stop/go traffic controls.

The route will be closed at night in places for several months as a safety precaution, and planned closures will also be needed at times to carry out high-impact work.

It is expected to take a minimum of five and a half hours to get from Picton to Christchurch on State Highway 1 and the alternate route is expected to take a minimum of six and a half hours.

Work will continue in 2018 to bring State Highway 1 back to its preearthquake condition and complete improvement on the 60km section of State Highway 1 between Clarence and Oaro.

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Search continues West Coast Police continue to search for missing man Colin Ross after his vehicle was located last week.

Colin was last seen in Blenheim two weeks ago and police have significant concerns for his welfare, encouraging anyone who may have seen Colin or his vehicle, a maroon coloured 1996 Toyota Rav 4 registration AJY133, to contact them immediately.

If you know where he is or have information that may help, please contact Blenheim Police on 03 578 5279.

Weather station on the way

Catholic priest Father John Pearce speaks during the farewell reunion of St Joseph’s School in Picton.

Picton is a step away from getting its own weather station, subject only to confirmation that a television channel would include the town on its weather maps.

The Picton and Marlborough Sounds Tourism Group asked council to pay for the proposal as part of the annual plan.

Council agreed to pay $25,000 to install the weather station and $5500 a year to maintain it if the Tourism Group can get a TV channel to run the data.

Picton reunion pulls them in

By Cathie Bell More than 200 people attended a reunion to mark the end of Catholic education at St Joseph’s School in Picton last Saturday.

The occasion also marked the 100th anniversary of the laying of the foundation stone of the Catholic church building in Otago Street in Picton as well.

Parish priest Father John Pearce says the event was a huge success, with more than 200 people attending.

People came from as far afield as Wellington and Nelson, he says, and there was a strong bi-cultural element.

The event started with a ceremony at the school, which has

now closed, and then moved to the Endeavour Park Pavilion for a meal and time for people to catch up with each other.

St Joseph’s School board of trustees chairwoman Lisa Bhandal spoke, as did community representative ‘Uncle’ Barney Thomas.

The school closed last month with only two pupils, after 153

years.

St Joseph’s Church still has Mass heard each week, but it is now part of the Star of the Sea Catholic parish, which runs from Picton across to Havelock and down to Kaikoura, including the Seddon, Ward, and Kaikoura communities, as well as Blenheim’s St Mary’s Church.

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Christmas Child appeal huge pile Erin, Liam, and Hamish Gleeson, and their friend stand with a stack of Christmas boxes in St Mary’s Church in Blenheim.

Each year, Operation Christmas Child Appeal asks people to fill a shoe-box with presents for children in the Pacific Islands.

There was a total of 296 boxes received from various churches,

schools and individuals, Star of the Sea Parish administrator Ginetta Petersen says.

“A couple of churches blessed the boxes before they went to Christchurch on Sunday,” she says.

Ginetta has agreed to coordinate the Marlborough area effort of Operation Christmas Child next year.

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By Cathie Bell There is a lot of potential for business links between Marlborough and China, new Christchurch-based Chinese consul-general Wang Zhijian says.

He was in Blenheim yesterday to visit the Marlborough District Council, Destination Marlborough, the Marlborough Research Centre, and some businesses as part of a familiarisation visit.

Zhijian arrived in New Zealand just over a month ago, and he covers the whole South Island.

Marlborough is a very nice place, he says.

“I think the potential is great for us to help move future co-operation.”

Marlborough has already got a very good start with its sister-region agreement with the Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, he says, and the consulate would work hard in joint efforts to achieve more.

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“The consulate will do the utmost to help Chinese cities and South Island cities.”

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An active life stolen away by cruel disease

By Bill McElhinney Cheryl West’s eyes suddenly fill with tears.

“I’m sorry,” she says, reaching for a tissue, “But it’s still very raw.”

Cheryl is talking about her husband Bruce, who died eight weeks ago, aged 66, five years after being diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease.

“The diagnosis was a huge shock,” Cheryl says, “because you know it’s terminal.

You just don’t know how much time you’ve got.”

Bruce, a plant and food technician at the Marlborough Research Centre, was an active, hands-on person, Cheryl says.

“He was an instructor at the Outward Bound School at Anakiwa for more than 12 years.

“He also did maintenance work on the boats, vehicles and buildings.”

The disease initially affected Bruce’s arms and hands.

“It started with muscle spasms in his upper arms,” Cheryl says.

“We saw a specialist at Wairau Hospital who picked it was motor neurone disease and sent Bruce to Nelson for tests, which confirmed it.”

The disease causes the death of nerve cells (neurones) that control the muscles that allow us to move, speak, swallow and breathe.

With no nerves to activate them, the muscles gradually weaken and waste away.

This causes progressive loss of mobility in the limbs, difficulties with speech, swallowing and breathing.

“It is a very cruel disease, especially for someone as active as Bruce,” Cheryl says.

“He managed to carry on working for two years after being diagnosed, but then had to retire.

“But his work colleagues

Bruce and Cheryl West were married for 36 years before Bruce died from Motor Neurone Disease.

were so supportive, and used to pick him up and take him to the Grovetown Hotel on a Friday night for their weekly social time, which he really enjoyed.

“He was a people person and loved the company.”

Cher yl continued her work as a careers advisor at Marlborough Girls’ College and nursed Bruce at home, but as his muscles wasted away and Bruce had to be fed and toileted, caring became more difficult.

“I couldn’t lift him in the end,” Cheryl says. “Sometimes he would need to get up five or six times in the night and I just couldn’t manage.”

Bruce moved into a NZ Care home.

“There was lots of specialist care, and the staff were marvellous,” Cheryl says.

Watching someone you love waste away is particularly hard, Cheryl says.

“We were married for 36 years and we are a close

family. It was tough on our children, Owen, Nicky and Sally, but we had tremendous support from partners, colleagues and friends.

“It has been a humbling experience, as we have had to let other people into our life.”

Cheryl is now hoping the public will support the inaugural Walk 2 D’Feet MND in Blenheim on Sunday, an event to raise money for research into the disease.

The walk, which is suitable for all ages, starts at the Henry Street footbridge at 10am and loops alongside the Taylor River, finishing at the starting point. Registration is from 9am, $15 for individuals, $25 for a family.

There will also be a coffee cart, sausage sizzler raffles and auction items.

“This disease can affect anyone at any time,” Cheryl says, “so please come and help us to raise awareness and funding for this very worthwhile cause.”

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“Shauntelle is only 41 and was diagnosed last year with Motor Neurone Disease. She has two children, aged 10 and seven years old. We both feel quite helpless and wish we could do more for her.

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

Q: What are your plans for next year (school leavers)?

Chloe Crawford Marlborough Girls’ College

Jack Dalton Marlborough Boys’ College

Jason Clyde Marlborough Boys’ College

Liam Gee Marlborough Boys’ College

Makenzi Shaw Marlborough Girls’ College

Shae MacDonald Marlborough Girls’ College

I’m going to Victoria University to study a bachelor in science degree, majoring in psychology and biology.

I’m off to Victoria University to do a BComm in management and marketing.

I’m travelling, to South East Asia.

It’s a bit patchy, I’m going to work until I get an apprenticeship or do a trade course, hopefully in mechanics.

I’m saving fulltime to travel the following year, I want to go to Vienna and Italy.

I’m joining the army.

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Stop whinging Road safety Bill English Dear Ed, Defeated PM Bill English whinges about the new government’s cabinet and claims added cost to the taxpayer?

Did he show the same concern when his government foisted a $35 million flag referendum onto the taxpayer, an exercise that was pointless and shown by the public vote to be a waste of time and much money?

Blinky Bert Blenheim

Spring Creek roundabout Dear Ed, While I’m no fan of Frank Porter, nor have any associateship to him, I feel I have to rise to his defence re Percy Parker’s letter of the 25th re the merits of the Spring Creek roundabout.

As a past traffic signal engineer originally from the UK I have to support the roundabout, though I had hoped it would be a more straight through affair, but I can now see the need as to its final shape and size.

Firstly, as it is not just there to slow the traffic so Percy’s 50kph limit doesn’t hold up. In fact, believe it or not, slower speeds can actually lead to more accidents.

And secondly, it needs to prevent crossing traffic and hence filter opposing traffic to the main highway. In that it works.

As to an exceptional long load then there is no reason why a driver of such a rig might have to mount the centre, which is not uncommon, so no punishment is necessary.

It would be interesting to hear from Marlborough Roads as to the largest axis allocated?

Just one point though, why are they planting anything but small ground shrubs, as visibilty will be lost to through traffic which is dangerous!

Chris Davies Picton

Dear Ed Front page photo of children from Bohally intermediate seem to be putting themselves at risk by riding their bikes across an uncontrolled crossing I was always under the impression that you were supposed to dismount your bike and walk across a crossing waiting at the safety island until the other lane was clear or a vehicle stopped to allow you to cross safely I’m sure that the road layout at the crossing is more than sufficient to allow children to wait on foot behind the bars where motorists can see them and stop to allow them to cross safely Perhaps a little extra teaching of the road rules may not go amiss for their own safety Your thoughts?

Dave Fowler Picton

Parking direction Dear Ed, Further to Nigel Perry’s comment re ‘Wrong Way Parkers’ in last Fridays’ edition.

In Picton we have seen this for many years.

On average we get 1-2 a month, normally overseas visitor, from the UK or Ireland, who have purchased a car/van, where it is legal there.

If I see them I usually inform them or if they are away from the vehicle I leave them a note. Of course, if the parking meter inspector sees them a $40 ticket is issued. Interestingly enough I have never seen a traffic patrolmen give a ticket.

I’ve even seen trucks in Auckland St, Picton, park up over-night in the wrong direction, though not lately.

I did write to the past mayor with the suggestion why doesn’t Marlborough have a friendly warning note they could leave on an offenders vehicle, but he said it wasn’t up to the council as they had on-sold parking infringments, which, I think, is a bit of a cop-out.

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By Bill McElhinney An amazing collection of antique and historical arms and other wartime memorabilia will be on display at the Clubs of Marlborough at the weekend.

The Nelson Marlborough Antique And Historical Arms Association is holding a show featuring New Zealand military history from the past to present, as well as collections of antique firearms, militaria and the Marlborough RSA military collection.

“We aim to bring military history to life with these shows,” association secretary Nigel Johnson says.

“Personal collections from members, some of who are from Blenheim, will be on display, alongside exhibits from the New Zealand Army, rifle clubs, target shooting clubs, and the black powder club.

“It is an opportunity to present firearms in a more positive light than they usually get in the media,” Nigel says.

“You can connect with history very much with a firearm.

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“Many collections don’t include firearms or weapons of any kind,” Nigel says, “but feature things as uniforms, medals, badges, powder flasks, ammunition and historical documents.

“A high standard of conduct is expected of all our members, and all their firearms but be properly licensed and stored.

“The association enjoys good standing with government and police, and membership has come to be seen as a helpful prerequisite to obtaining firearms licence endorsements.”

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Determined to succeed When it comes to achieving success there’s simply no substitute for determination and perseverance, David Taylor believes.

The former banker and now investor and business mentor talks to Celeste Alexander about his life.

Originally from Scotland, David’s very enjoying myself and have succeeded in ‘full’ career began as an 11-year-old what I set out to do,” he says. butcher’s boy, delivering meat to customers.

From the first week he arrived, David He had pursued that job himself but set a goal to fully immerse himself in the initially, at the age of 10, he was deemed too community and today sits on six boards, small for the bike. The butcher promised volunteers his time and knowledge to him the job when his feet could touch the local groups and more recently joined the ground when standing astride the bike, governing board for Motorsport NZ. David says.

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“I have always been David kept that job for the next 10 years.

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IT’S WACKY WEDNESDAY Catching up in the sunshine race

By Cathie Bell October was warm, with above average sunshine hours, below average rainfall, and well below average wind-run, and that has enabled Blenheim to get within spitting distance of its nearest rival for the title of New Zealand’s sunniest town.

Plant and Food Research scientist Rob Agnew collects weather data from a station at the Grovetown business park and he says the mean temperature of 13.9°C last month was 0.8 degrees celsius above the long-term average temperature for October of 13.1 degrees celsisus.

No ground or air frosts were recorded in Blenheim last month, and Rob says this is the first year since 1998 when a ground frost has not been recorded in Blenheim during October. Usually, there are two.

Blenheim had 247.4 hours sunshine last month, Rob says, which is 109 per cent of the long-term average for October, and total sunshine for January to October 2017 was 2038.9 hours, 103 per cent of the long-term average of 1976.2 hours.

The sunniest place in New Zealand during

October 2017 was Tekapo, which recorded 261.2 hours sunshine, 13.7 hours ahead of second place-getter Richmond with 247.5 hours, Rob says.

At the end of September 2017, Whakatane had the highest sunshine total for the first nine months of 2017, but Richmond and Blenheim recorded 34.2 and 34.1 hours more sunshine respectively than Whakatane during October, he says.

“This has pushed Whakatane down into third place for the year to date. Blenheim is sitting in second place 7.1 hours behind Richmond, so these top three towns are all in the race for sunniest town in New Zealand for 2017.”

Current sunshine totals and rankings to the end of October 2017 are: Richmond 2046.0 hours (7.1 hours ahead of Blenheim) Blenheim 2038.9 hours Whakatane 2028.3 hours Napier 1978.1 hours Tekapo 1944.6 hours Appleby 1919.2 hours Nelson 1812.7 hours

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Celebrating 15 years

The Blenheim Sun celebrates 15 years....

The Sun newspaper was launched on November 5, 2002.

A BIG thank you to all our readers and advertisers Les and Katrina Whiteside

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Pride and experience at Sun

By Les Whiteside Before writing this story on The Sun’s 15 years, I decided to look back on The Sun’s 10th Birthday feature.

It was pleasing to read the stories and comments from readers and advertisers alike.

Katrina and I take great pride in our papers and while our style works so well, we are always looking for improvements and suggestions.

For any business to be successful you need good staff which we have been fortunate to have, Les and Katrina say.

This includes our long serving office manager Jill Sutherland-Kennard, who continues to be an incredible support for us all, after 13 years on our team.

A special mention and

Katrina and Les Whiteside, owners of The Sun newspaper.

Sun gets stronger The biggest change in the last five years for most businesses has been the impact of the internet.

The Sun has been fortunate or perhaps better managed because unlike daily newspapers who are struggling The Sun has continued to grow.

You will see the demise of provincial daily newspapers, whereas community papers like The Sun, in general, are still strong.

In my opinion, says Les, the internet is just another media platform, like television, radio and direct mail (flyers).

Interesting on the topic of direct mail, national advertisers have in-

thank you goes to you Jill.

We also acknowledge the sad loss we felt earlier this year losing Jill Fraser, our most faithful sales member of all time.

Jill had been with us for 11 years and her friendship is still missed in our office, not to mention her great sales ability.

We value all our staff and are pleased to have increased the number over recent times, offering jobs to our local community.

Our staff are: Jill Sutherland-Kennard (Manager); Simon Byr ne (Sales Manager); Bonnie Gardiner and Gemma Bartlett (Sales); Bill McElhinney, Cathie Bell and Celeste Alexander (Editorial); Anne Thompson and Matt Brown (Production); Susan Chapman (Reception) and Peter Orr our deliverer.

Manager - Jill Sutherland-Kennard

Best wishes to The Sun

creased print flyers - you only have to look in your letterbox to see how much of this ‘mail’ we get.

The Sun newspaper has become stronger, publishing more local people stories, stories that you can’t find on the internet, and that is the major reason Marlburians read us.

We have published more Letters to the Editor and ‘Text Talks’ this year than any year previous.

Importantly also, our advertising continues to increase.

So in celebrating our fifteen years, we are safe in the knowledge The Sun will continue to thrive and publish for many years to come.

It’s a tribute to the Sun and its staff that, after 15 years, this community newspaper is sticking to its grassroots role and consistently delivering news and views about what’s happening on the ground around our region.

The community paper is a place to find out about the day to day matters that affect our daily lives in Marlborough; local events and success stories, celebrations, changes and challenges – all the goings-on that make for ‘community conversation’.

We all understand we won’t get local news from the national papers, TV doesn’t deal with the small stuff and social media is weighed down with opinions, some of them malicious and

misguided.

A good community newspaper is read widely and at Council we know from public feedback that people read their copies of the Sun. So the Sun helps us to be a connected community.

It’s a commendable record in today’s uncertain media world and one I am sure the community values.

John Leggett Mayor of Marlborough

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Readers have their say Dean Buckley I like that it’s got a lot of local articles with it.

You ca n pick it up, read it quickly, it’s an easy read and a really interesting read.

Melynda Bently Yes I read The Sun. It’s great to have a newspaper that’s so community focused.

Leonard Scott It’s my weekly ritual.

I get The Sun and a cup of coffee and se e wha t’s be en happening around Marlborough.

Shannon Taylor Love The Sun. It ’s m y m a i n source of information about what’s happening around the town.

The future of news is community The future for newspapers such as The Blenheim Sun is looking bright.

New communications channels using digital social media are springing up, but traditional channels such as community newspapers like ours are still important and profitable as they provide an accurate, fact-checked, and balanced view of the communities we all live in.

Global investor Warren Buffett, known as the ‘Sage of Omaha’, says that no-one stops reading a story partway through when it’s about them or their neighbour.

Warren Buffett acquired most of his newspapers (he currently owns about 31 of them) by buying a company called Media General in 2012 for US$142 million, and made bullish comments

about local papers and the role they play in small towns.

“Newspapers continue to reign supreme in the delivery of local news,” he said at the time, in comments that many newspaper owners and editors celebrated.

“If you want to know what’s going on in your town - whether the news is about the mayor or taxes or high school football - there is no substitute for a local newspaper that is doing its job.”

It’s that recipe that The Blenheim Sun works by – news about our community for our community.

It used to be called refrigerator journalism, those stories that parents and rellies cut out and stuck on the fridge. It still works.

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THANK YOU Marlborough The Blenheim Sun newspaper celebrating 15 years of publishing in Marlborough.

Our sincere appreciation to our loyal advertisers and readers.

Thanks for being such a great community!

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Proud to be associated with The Sun Great people

How time flies!

We had been in business five years ourselves, so when Les and Katrina came calling on us, it was refreshing to have new people coming into business in the district.

We had a connection because both Les and Kay came from Leeston.

We got on so well, they are so open and friendly.

The advertising they offered us so suits our business.

We are friends as much as business partners.

Kay and Lindsay Thomason Lynfords Furniture

On the 15th November, 2002, Cresswells Shoes became The Blenheim Sun’s first front page advertiser in the first issue of Blenheim’s first mid-week local paper.

Now, 15 years later, Cresswell’s Shoes is 70 and still adverising every week in The Blenheim Sun. There has to be a reason for this.

It could be the Blenheim Sun’s service, their attention to detail, their product quality and effectiveness. Maybe it’s their owners, their staff, the willingness to help and the friendly smiles galore.

Actually, in reality, it is all of these and more. Congratulations “Blenheim Sun”!

Cresswell’s Shoes is very pleased to stay with you, as “Two LOCALS working together” .

Best Wishes Keith & Jacquelene Sandford Cresswell’s

2002 - 2017

Here to help Congratulations guys on reaching a fabulous milestone!

We’d like to thank you all for your tremendous professionalism over the time we’ve been with you …. NOTHING is too much trouble and the results have been AMAZING! We look forward to the next 15 years.

Pete, Ange and the team at Marine & Watercraft.

Works for us “We’ve been with the Sun since it started and were the first business to advertise liquor sales.

“Promoting our business in The Sun has worked very well for us.

We wish Les and Katrina all the best for another 15 years!”

Maurice McQuillan, owner, Super Liquor.

Been a pleasure

Keeping it local

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Working with The Sun team has been ‘a pleasurable association’, Basis owner Anthony van de Water says.

He was one of the first advertisers in the paper, with an advertisement in the very first issue 15 years ago.

“We like the community feel of the paper... It fills a space that was missing, with that community content.”

Anthony is also impressed with how the paper went online early on, in a way that means his rural customers not only see the paper, but see his advertisements as well.

Anthony van de Water Basis

New World Blenheim loves its relationship with the Blenheim Sun. We share a view about the importance of keeping it local.

Our community is a great one!

Melanie and Ashley Shore New World Blenheim

“We really like the team at the Blenheim Sun, they’re great to work with.

The Sun is a really good community-based paper with relative content and reaches a wide audience in our community.

“We would like to congratulate Les and Katrina on 15 years of The Blenheim Sun and wish them every success for the future.”

Scott McDermid, CEO Blenheim Toyota

Great local team We find the local team at the Sun great to deal with, and we get great feedback about our ads.

Brendon Price BP Computers

Congratulations to the Sun on 15 successful years!

Before you buy your next computer

Connected The success of the Sun can be simply put down to Les’ and Katrina’s understanding and commitment to the Marlborough community, Blenheim Pak ‘n Save owner operator Mark Elkington says.

“They know what makes Marlborough tick, what their readers want to read about, and how to give their clients the best bang for buck.”

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out & about Marlborough Child Safety Group Clued-Up Kids programme Pupils from Fairhall School were at Brayshaw Park on Monday, taking part in the Marlborough Child Safety Group Clued-Up Kids programme.

Lynfords furniture expo Lynfords held a big outdoor furniture expo last weekend, and hosted a Marlborough Chamber of Commerce Business After 5 event last Friday evening.

Finn McNabb, Liam O’Connor, Oliver Mackenzie, holding Cricket, and Lexie Nelson.

Cynthia De Joux, Rob Dalton and Monica McKone.

Maritime officers Clive Whitlock and Paul Smith.

Maxxus Black with Agsafe trainer Mark Wills.

Noel Templeton and Khalid Suleiman.

Fairhall teachers Helen Marshall, Nikki Ridgley and Anne Taylor.

Lindsay and Kay Thomason, and Hamish Greenwood.

Ryan Lock and Janet Udy.

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Molina and Glynn would like to announce the safe arrival of Marlin Lanu Moana (Blue) Bilsborough (9lb 1oz), the third and final son for the family. Born October 26, 2017 at 9.21am at Wairau Hospital. Very proud big brothers Fox and Wren and cousin Penina. Thanks to Cathy Middleton and the theatre team, Sacha Crockett, Mum and Dad. Looking forward to the adventures ahead. Photo provided.

Shania and Adam greet with love their first child, a precious little girl, Ida-Lee (8lb 5oz) on October 31, 2017 at 4.50am at Wairau Hospital.

Many thanks to our midwife Mandy Stanton and her student Zara, and all the staff at the Maternity Ward.

Jason and Nicole Price are delighted to announce the arrive of their son Hayden Michael Price (6lb) born at 3.41pm on October 17, 2017 at Wairau Hospital. Special thanks to Cathy Middleton, the staff in maternity and pediactrics. You were all amazing!

Heide and Hamish are thrilled to announce the arrival of son Flynn Martin (8lb 3oz) born November 2, 2017 at Wairau Hospital. A little brother for Beau. Thank you to midwife Rhianne and all the wonderful maternity and theatre staff.

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“Thanks to a sharp-eyed resident, a plague skink (also known as rainbow skink) was captured in Waikawa near Picton in early last month,” Marlborough District Council biosecurity coordinator Jono Underwood says “A second skink was caught at the same location during an investigation by the council, the Ministry for Primary Industries and the Department of Conservation.”

Plague skinks are native to Australia but have established and spread rapidly throughout the warmer parts of the North Island.

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Quench Restaurant and Wine Bar There are some really exciting things happening at Quench Restaurant and Wine Bar including a new menu that provides an affordable, upscale experience to be enjoyed in a relaxed setting.

Nestled within Chateau Marlborough’s 5-star luxury accommodation, the restaurant has three delectable menus to choose from including breakfast, light meals and the newly launched A-La-Carte dinner menu.

Carefully designed dishes including some of the region’s top quality ingredients have been created with an elegant simplicity and plenty of flavour.

Canterbury Lamb: Canterbury lamb is a natural fulfilment of a promise, that begins with New Zealand’s dew-covered pastures and ends with consistently delicious lamb and a reliable and honest eating experience.

Wakanui Grass-fed and Grain-finished Beef : After grazing free range on lush, green pastures for 18 months, only the best cattle are hand selected to be grain finished for up to 75 days. Aged for a minimum of 21 days, Wakanui’s unparallelled flavour, distinctive marbling and fine texture will delight your palate.

Ora King Salmon: Ora King Salmon from the pristine waters of Marlborough Sounds has an elegant balance of sweet

and umami flavours. Salmon’s texture is buttery and soft due to its unique muscular structure. It cuts well, is light in the mouth and coats the palate appealingly, making it a pleasure to eat.

Each dish can be perfectly matched with one of the bar’s local or imported wines, beer or for something a little different, one of Quench’s popular cocktails.

If it’s not a full meal you are looking for, the restaurant’s ‘Barrel Room’ situated off to the side of the bar has a selection of light meals available.

This room was created as part of the hotel’s rebranding project last year which saw modernising decor, a new layout and additional seating areas built.

General manager Lynley McKinnon says the restaurant now boasts of relaxed seating both indoors and out.

“The new outside dining area is superb and a real hit when we have our pool side jazz evenings. Overall we have had wonderful feedback from the renovation and we welcome anyone who hasn’t visited us yet, to come and try it for themselves.”

Aside from meals, Quench offers live music and drink specials on Thursday evenings, jazz entertainment on Friday evenings and $10 cocktails on Saturdays from 6-8pm.

Late nights Thurs, Fri, Sat

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

Reception 520 6377. Office 520 9980.

Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non urgent 579 4870.

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

Ph 5782271.

Community Care Pharmacy: Within the Blenheim Warehouse, open 7 days 9am-8pm.

Only closed Christmas Day. Diabetes Marlborough Inc: Office hours 9am-3pm Mon-Thu 5775549. Reg. Nurse 1pm5pm Wed, 8.30am-5pm Thu & Fri 5206200 (Mary).

Lifeline Marlborough: 0800 543354, 24hr helpline.

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

Overeaters Anonymous: For more information. Ph 570 5137 Alcoholics Anonymous: Rose 5777651, Harvey 021 555 061.

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

Phone 578 4272.

Victim Support: 0800 VICTIM (0800 842 846) Al-Anon: Help for families & friends of alcoholics. Ph Margaret 578 4690 or Aley 021 434117.

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

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

Marlborough Family Budgeting: Free confidential budgeting advice. Monday-Friday 10am3pm. Phone 578 2006.

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

Picton Doctor: Phone weekend doctor 520 3222 or Marlborough After Hours GP Service 520 6377. Office 520 9980.

Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non-urgent 579 4870.

Chemist: Picton Healthcare Pharmacy. Ph 573 6420 Mon -Fri 8.305.30pm, Sat 9-2pm, Queen Charlotte Pharmacy 573 7927 Sat 9-1pm.

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St A n d r ew ’s C h u r ch Christmas and Craft Fair

MILLS, Nellie: It is with much sadness we announce the passing of Nellie on Monday October 30 2017. Aged 84. She passed away peacefully with family at her side, following a short illness. Nellie was the dearly loved and treasured wife of 60 years to Raymond (Joe) Mills, and much loved mother and mother-in-law to Geoff and Carol, Sue and Mark Allen and Murray and Liz. A loved sister of Betty Turnbull and the late Molly Godsiff.

She was a cherished Gran to Jason and Lynn Allen, Lisa and Andy Lasenby, Nick and Gemma Allen and Scott and Kelly Allen, Penny and Jeremy, Kim Gatchell, Andy, Sorayah and Greg Lindstrom. An adored Great Gran to her 13 great grandchildren: Livvie, Calais, Molly, Mia, Tyler, Mckenzie, Ed, Jacob, Phoenix, Tom, Torren, Mae and Noah. Nellie was also treasured by all her nieces and nephews. Messages may be sent to 123 Para Road, R D 3, Blenheim. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Life Flight Trust would be greatly appreciated and may be sent to P O Box 14-448, Kilbirnie, Wellington 6241. At Nellie’s request, a private service has taken place.

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

Saturd ay 11th & Sund ay 12 th November. 9am-4pm, corner Henry & Alfred Streets.

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

Housie Thursday 7pm, Blenheim Bowling Club, Weld St. 40 houses, raffles and refreshments.

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

NEWTON, Hugh Benjamin: 3.5.1945 - 3.11.2017. Died at his home. Beloved husband of Susan, father and father-in-law of Andrew and Nikki Newton, and Kate and Peter Higgins.

Adored and respected Papa of Ben and George Newton, Anna and Hamish Higgins. Loved brother of Tim Newton (Ashburton). Messages may be sent to the Newton Family, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Hospice Marlborough would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to P O Box 411, Blenheim 7240. A service to celebrate Hugh’s life will be held at Port Marlborough Pavilion, 181 Waikawa Road, Picton at 12 noon, Friday November 10, followed by private cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.

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

Gecko Ju n ctio n Cafe Arts & Crafts & Sheets ‘n’ Things Great coffee, food, artisan gifts, quality used linen. The Warehouse car park.

Phone 2654444 or 0211602782.

‘ Yo u A r e N o t A l o n e ’ Depression Support Group

Remember your lost loved one on their anniversary.

Every Wednesday 10-11.30am, Bread of Life 14B Stephenson St. Everyone welcome. Questions? contact Barb 027 737 2403/578 1355 Extn 10.

The Community Noticeboard is for non-profit organisations For $10.00 + GST you can publish up to 25 words.

No AGMS, sporting notices or special meetings. Community Notices must be pre-paid.

Call into our office at 72 High Street, Blenheim.

RICKARD, Karen: On 4 November 2017 at Wairau Hospital, aged 72 years. Mother of Martyn and a loved sister and sister-in-law of Ross and the late Gwen Downs (Hamilton); and Murray and Chris Downs (Blenheim). Messages to PO Box 5234, Springlands. According to Karen’s wishes a graveside service has been held at Fairhall Cemetery.

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There are four Trustee positions to be appointed.

Nomination forms are available by contacting admin@maataawaka.co.nz or phone 577 9256.

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Date: Monday 27th November 2017 Time: 6.00pm Venue: 56 Main Street, Blenheim Agenda: - Confirmation of Minutes of the last Annual General Meeting - Chairperson’s Report - Annual Reports - General Business - Election of Trustees

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Environmental Protection Officer

Machine Tree Felling We are seeking a tree felling machine and the appropriately qualified operator to fell and and row/stack approximately 90 hectares of dead, fire damaged trees in our Sweet Stream forest in the Waihopai Valley, for replanting this coming winter.

Cellar Door Manager – Hunter’s Wines Hunter’s has been producing quality Marlborough wines for 35 years.

We are seeking a Cellar Door Manager to run the recently refurbished tasting room at our Rapaura Road winery. This newly created, full time role can be broken down into the following components: • Responsibility for all operations at our busy cellar door including rosters, staff training, food • safety hygiene, ordering and merchandising.

• Managing a small team.

• Reconciling takings.

• Producing marketing material to supplement wine tastings.

• Basic reporting to Senior Management.

Previous experience in either hospitality or retail is preferred. Some weekend work will be required during our peak season. A General Managers licence would also be beneficial.

Please apply with cover letter and CV via email to james@hunters.co.nz Applications close Friday 17th November.

Vinecraft Ltd Viticultral Contracting Services Viticulture Team Leaders The opportunity exists for three experienced Team Leaders to join the Vinecraft team. You will be part of a growing operation which is focussed on ensuring our clients continue to receive a top quality service, on time, every time from your team.

We are looking for skilled individuals who understand that efficiency and quality are the products of a well-run and organised team. While handling the vines to the grower’s requirements is the ultimate requirement, we do require a multi- skilled, proactive, quality conscious and motivating individual.

This is a full time role.

Are you: • Skilled and experienced in viticultural activities and have a background in delivering a quality service with your team in all the year round vineyard tasks.

• Proficient in staff management and possess sound leadership skills.

• A strong and clear communicator with both staff and Vinecraft clients.

• Able to organise your work in line with planned schedules.

• A proactive leader and contributor to the company Health and Safety and training initiatives.

• Personally organised and goal orientated.

• Proficient and have an eye for detail in the various administrative tasks required on a daily basis.

If you have previous experience and believe you are well suited to this position, then please make contact to discuss or send your personal details through to sam@eraduswines.co.nz Applications close on Sunday 12th November.

The successful applicant will need to have a pre-employment D&A test and all relevant qualifications for the work, being undertaken.

For further details contact Blair Townshend Ph 0274477591 Email blair.townshend@ernslaw.co.nz

As a unitary authority, we offer the opportunity to work across the full gambit of compliance issues, from winery waste to marine farms and to water quality.

We need somebody with intellectual smarts, common sense, diplomacy, tenacity and lots of goodwill

The role is challenging, has a mixture of office and outdoor work and will enable your professional development.

Applicants with relevant tertiary qualifications and experience, particularly in environmental, compliance or legal fields are preferred Applications close at 5.00 pm on 20 November 2017.

Applications should be made online via www.marlborough.govt. nz/your-council/careers/current-vacancies where you will find full information on the vacancy and how to apply.

For further information you are welcome to contact gina.ferguson@marlborough.govt.nz

www.marlborough.govt.nz

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Vineyard Operator - Rapaura • Join a booming industry with career progression opportunities • Kim Crawford, Nobilo and Selaks -- be part of our story in the vineyards • Bonus scheme, superannuation, and work with modern equipment Constellation Brands New Zealand is the #1 exporter of wine to the US, with our brands Kim Crawford and Nobilo driving category growth across the Pacific. Our people and brands set us apart from the competition!

About The Role Reporting to a Block Manager, this role is in the vineyards where the journey of our award-winning wine begins. You would be responsible for daily duties that bring us quality year after year: machine operation, supervising seasonal workers, and caring for our vineyards.

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Key Responsibilities • Championing a safety culture, ensuring proper PPE, incident reporting • Supervision of seasonal workers • Mulching, spraying, trimming, plucking, and general vine maintenance • Trellis and irrigation maintenance • Harvest operations About You • A team player with a can-do attitude • Experience in vineyards is preferred but not required; Growsafe, first aid and onsite training is provided • Seasonal work (harvest, spraying, frost fighting, etc) may require flexibility of hours or shift work • A current driver’s licence Our benefits include a competitive salary, bonus scheme, superannuation, Employee Share Purchase Plan, and much more. We offer a team environment with viticulture often collaborating with winemakers to bring out the best in quality for our consumers.

To apply by 9 November 2017, visit www.constellationnz.com under careers, or email celia.daniels@cbrands.com for a confidential chat.

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Picton Library Assistant

Part-time – alternate weekends. Two roles We are excited about the opening of the Picton Library and Service Centre / Waitohi Whare Matauranga this month. We are seeking two enthusiastic and self-motivated persons to join the team on Saturdays and Sundays. The hours of work are every second weekend, Saturday 9.45am to 4.00pm and Sunday 12.45pm to 4.00pm. You will also be required to provide cover for staff on leave during the week as needed. Training will be provided on weekdays prior to the commencement of weekend duties.

We are seeking a motivated and dynamic Field Supervisor.

In this position, you will support our Vineyard Operations team with oversight, coordination, planning and technical expertise for contract and seasonal labour working on our corporate vineyards. A driver’s license as well as the right to work in New Zealand are essential.

What does our operation offer?

• Dedicated team leadership • An opportunity for career development and various training opportunities Skills and experience required for this role include: • Relevant experience and/or education • Previous experience in a supervisor or mentoring capacity • Ability to work with an iPad for internal systems with the relevant training • Ability to work as part of a team • Strong communication skills, motivated, organised with great time management skills • High standard of work, flexibility and ability to build strong relationships To apply or for additional information on this or other opportunities (including temporary harvest operator & vintage cellar hand positions) please email: Ashley.Rennie@pernod-ricard.com Follow us on Instagram if you want to get to know us better @pernodricardnz.

The Picton Library and Service Centre / Waitohi Whare Matauranga is opening late November.

The main focus areas of role are: • assisting library members in using the new self-service kiosks • helping customers with their enquiries and technology use • shelving and tidying resources • processing library materials We prefer that you have familiarity with a library environment, knowledge and understanding of modern technology, and have obtained a good pass in English and numeracy at senior school level. Most importantly, you must have a demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service and satisfaction, personal initiative and being part of a team.

This is the opportunity for two customer focused enthusiasts to join our existing, friendly team.

Applications close at 5.00pm on Friday 17 November 2017.

Applications should be made online via www.marlborough.govt. nz/your-council/careers/current-vacancies where you will find full information on the vacancy and how to apply.

For further information you are welcome to contact glenn.webster@marlborough.govt.nz

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Security Officer • Are you looking for COMRADESHIP • Do you have the COURAGE to make the right decision under pressure?

• Do you want to work for an employer who has the COMMITMENT to provide you with a great working environment?

Operations Administrator/Receptionist • A key role behind the scenes of Kim Crawford, Nobilo and Selaks wines • Join a booming industry with an established leader • Great benefits for part-time work: bonus scheme, wine, wellness allowance & more Constellation Brands New Zealand is the #1 exporter of wine to the US, with our brands Kim Crawford and Nobilo driving category growth across the Pacific. Our people and brands set us apart from the competition and help carry out our vision of ’elevating life with every glass raised’.

About The Role Based at our Drylands Winery in Rapaura, this is a part-time (16 hours per week) position to provide support and a link between the Viticulture, Winemaking, Finance, and HR departments as well as running the front desk at reception.

Key Responsibilities • Providing a reception service for the winery, greeting visitors, organising post, couriers, stationery, telephone and petty cash • Organising travel bookings and creating travel itineraries for Marlborough and Hawke’s Bay • Handling invoices, creating purchase orders and liaising with finance for payment • Organising catering for functions and meetings • Organise and coordinate staff functions • Assisting with vintage recruitment and liaising with staff during the recruitment process • Working full-time during vintage to meet the needs of the business About You • Attention to detail and good time management • Adaptable, flexible and supportive across a diverse team • Tech savvy and confident in your ability to use Microsoft Office, especially Excel • Enjoy executing strategy and working in a culture of continuous improvement Our benefits include an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, bonus incentives, wine allowance, wellness programme and more. We offer a team and community environment with a wellness committee, CSR committee, children’s Christmas party, annual Roast Day lunch, and much more throughout the year.

To apply by 9 November 2017, visit www.constellationnz.com under careers, or email celia. daniels@cbrands.com for a confidential chat.

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We really can’t talk enough about how incredible our security officers are, or say enough about the valuable contribution they make as part of a wider security team protecting New Zealand’s interests.

What’s in it for you if you join us as a Security Officer? On going training so you will always have the right skills and qualifications for the job, an additional 25% loading on top of your annual salary in recognition of shift work, some great NZDF benefits which also extend to and care for your family, access to our on site gym (free!) plus other base facilities, stable permanent employment and even the opportunity to be at the forefront of security technology.

What are we looking for? An individual with prior security experience preferably in operational security, someone used to shift work and who has a good work ethic combined with life skills. A good degree of physical fitness is required and technology plays a big part in what we do so it’s important that you are comfortable using computers and are familiar with the Microsoft Office Suite.

You will be joining a supportive and professional team of dedicated security officers.

You must be prepared that stringent security checks by both the NZ Police and the NZSIS will be undertaken and a current Class 1 NZ Drivers Licence is imperative.

Please quote NZDF-1708028 in all correspondence.

To view the Position Description and to Apply Online please go to our website at http://www.defencecareers.mil.nz/civilian/current-vacancies/ to access the Defence Careers page.

For further information, contact Mr Jon Armstrong at RNZAF Base Woodbourne on 03 577 1250 during normal working hours.

Applications close at 5:00pm on Friday, 17 November 2017.

Please note: Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand (NZ) and be able to obtain and maintain the required level of NZ Government security clearance for the position applied for. The minimum citizenship and residency criteria for security clearances to be granted by the NZ Defence Force are as follows: Higher level Security Clearance • most preferably a NZ citizen who has resided continuously in this country for the last 10 years, OR • is a citizen of, and/or has resided continuously in one or more of the following countries for the last 10 years: either Australia, Canada, NZ, UK or the USA; and has a background history that is verifiable and can be assessed as appropriate by the NZSIS towards a recommendation of suitability for a security clearance at a higher level.

If you do not meet these minimum criteria, we will not be able to accept your application.

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Kids learn bike skills at Athletic Park

By Bill McElhinney Dozens of youngsters bring their bikes to Athletic Park, Blenheim, on Thursday evenings to learn cycling skills.

Lance Spencer, the Cycling New Zealand under-19 and 17 national team road coach, runs a programme for kids aged from three to 13 called Trailblazers.

“It’s teaching kids to ride and have fun on their bikes. Two weeks ago was our muster day and we had 54 kids turn up. More started last week,” Lance says.

“The programme aims to allow youngsters to progress at their own pace and become skilled and confident bike riders.” Lance says.

Red Devils cycling club juniors help run Trailblazers.

The youngsters are grouped into three levels. Level one focuses on balance, cornering, brakes, gears and correct helmet fit.

At level two the youngsters are taught balance at speed, cornering at speed and introduced to selecting race lines. Level three focuses on riding at speed, racing tactics and one hour of solid riding.

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Pigeon race results Blenheim clubs racing pigeons were released from Mosgiel on Saturday a distance of just under 600 km for the birds to travel and along with competing pigeons from North Island clubs the flock made good return times in the strong nor-west conditions and birds made their home lofts in quick succession.

First in the race was the Two Fishers loft in Dillon’s Point with a speed of 69 km/hr, second to Alister Cooper at Renwick on 68 km/hr and third place to Ian McColm also Renwick with 54 km/hr.

Kaikoura Warrior Sport Tasman’s race director Kim Boyce-Campbell says the fourth annual helter skelter around the South Bay course is on this Sunday November 19.

As usual, there will be three courses to choose from, all based around the picturesque racecourse area.

For the kids, there is the 1.5km Mini Warrior, while the 3km Apprentice Warrior is for people with average fitness.

The 6km Ultimate Warrior – which involves a shingle run along South Bay and a muddy slog up a creek bed – is for those wanting more of a hard core challenge.

Some of the Trailblazers team. Caitlin Murphy, left, Carl Frost, Jessica Spencer, Sam Spencer, Greg Baunton, Lance Spencer, Andrew Bidwell, Adam Bidwell and Jed Washer. Front: Cooper Spencer, Georgia SmithAckroyd and Herbie Hodson.

“It’s all on the grass, so if they fall off they won’t hurt themselves. And riding on the grass tires them out, too,” Lance says.

“We can help kids get off their

training wheels and start riding with confidence. It doesn’t take long.” .

The youngsters pay $30 each term or $50 for two terms. Trail-

blazers is held at the park each Thursday from 4 to 5pm.

“The money goes back into cycling, supporting the young Red Devils cycling club,” Lance says.

Kaikoura player flies in for tennis win The Marlborough Primary School tennis tournament held at the Forrest Marlborough Tennis Centre on Wednesday attracted 59 entrants.

There was an upset in the boys division when number six seeded Kaikoura player Oliver Burra took out the final by a score of 9-4 over Bohally second seed Joseph Sandford-Jury.

Oliver and Kaikoura team mate Br idget Sm ith left Kaikoura at 7am on Wednesday to fly to Blenheim for the tournament. The pair left at 4pm that day to fly back to Kaikoura.

“It shows a great deal of dedication on their part to make the trip. Well done!” one of the organisers, Nigel Perry, says.

In the semi-final Oliver beat top seed Lucca Wiseman of Bohally 9-6 while Joseph defeated fellow Bohally student and eight seed Nico Elworthy by a score of 9-3.

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Lucca went on to take third place with a 6-0 win over Nico.

The top year six student was Felix Parkinson of Rapaura in fifth place overall. The consolation winner was William Poff of Bohally.

In the girls’ division, number one seed, Lily Parkinson of Rapaura, had a comfortable 9-1 win over schoolmate and second seed Olivia Marfell and dropped only two games over her four matches to take out the title.

Lily defeated Rapaura’s Millie Bushell 9-1 in the semi-finals while Olivia beat Ella Sowman, also of Rapaura, 9-4 in the other semi.

Millie defeated Ella 6-3 to take third place. The top year six student was Ella Sowman.

The girl’s consolation winner was Katie Hedgman from Bohally.

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The 28-year-old single sculler won a gold medal in the World Rowing Cup II in Poland last year, also breaking the world record time, and won another gold in world cup III in Switzerland.

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The scammers are also targeting other theatres throughout the country, manipulating the Google search engine so that their site is the first one ticket buyers are likely to go to.

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