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By Bill McElhinney Have you been naughty or have you been nice? Santa’s elves are gearing up to receive mail for Santa - with a little help from New Zealand Post. So it’s time to get writing! “We love being able to play a part at Christmas and help children send off their wish lists,” Tina Morgan, NZ Post spokesperson, says. Continued on page 2 Blenheim NZ Post staff Grant Sinclair, George Searle and Kathy O’Brien will make sure letters to Santa get there on time.

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Continued from page 1 “Every year NZ Post receives tens of thousands of mail items from kids all over New Zealand. Messages can be sent to Santa by post as well as through our interactive website,.” Santa’s elves have polished his sleigh and made room for presents of all shapes and sizes so make sure you write in and tell Santa what you want this Christmas. “Preparing for Christmas is so much fun. My workshop was overflowing with towers of toppling letters last year and I can’t wait to see what New Zealand

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kids want this year,” Santa says. “I’ll need help opening all the letters so Mrs Claus has made extra cocoa and cookies to keep me and my elves going.” “Children have been sending some lovely messages and requests to Santa,” Tina says. “One child said their Christmas wish was that boys and girls who don’t have much of anything get lots of presents from Santa this year. “Another wished Santa a safe journey and said she didn’t mind what she got … but if Santa had a spare scooter, she would really like a red one.”

To make and send a digital postcard: Visit www.nzpost.co.nz/writetosanta. Children can drag and drop their favourite items to make their Christmas postcards to Santa special. The address for letters, no stamp required, is: Santa Claus, c/- Santa’s Workshop, North Pole 0001 Please ensure your full name, address, and postcode are on the back of your envelope. Digital postcards need to be sent by December 3 and letters by December 7 to receive a response in the mail from Santa.

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By Celeste Alexander Marlborough Riding for the Disabled funding coordinator Barb Sutton has been brainstorming new ways to raise much needed funds for the organisation since taking up her position earlier this year. Being a people person, she decided to go ‘cold-calling’ and ventured into the ANZ Blenheim branch to speak staff about what RDA does and ask for sponsorship. She immediately struck a chord with some of the staff who encouraged her to apply for funding via the ANZ New Zealand Staff Foundation. The foundation has over 2000 staff contributing regular amounts from their after tax salaries and wages, which is then matched dollar for dollar by ANZ.

Since inception in 2000, the ANZ New Zealand Staff Foundation has distributed over $4 million in community grants to over 550 charities and community projects nationwide. There is a high volume of organisations applying, so when Barb found out she had been successful with her application she was ‘thrilled’. “To be honest I didn’t think I had got the application in on time... I had only minutes to spare before the cut-off. So when I got the phone call to say we were successful I was surprised but very happy,” she says. Marlborough RDA was given $5000 by the Foundation, and staff from the Blenheim branch visited last Wednesday to take a tour and learn more about what the RDA does.

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Clarification Marlborough Youth Trust chairman Russell Smith says the trust is looking at several sites that could house a youth centre and no particular site has been decided on yet. The Sun is happy to clarify this.

Christmas lights The Sun will be publishing a list of addresses for Christmas lights displays during December, so if you would like yours listed please email celeste@blenheimsun.co.nz

“Thank you for my presents last year. How is everyone in the North Pole? I am working really hard at school.”

Man’s body found Police have referred the death of Marlborough man Bert James Kuiti, 38, to the coroner after his body was found near a car park at the end of the Maungatapu Road, in the Pelorus area, on Sunday. A search for Bert was started after he was reported missing by his family on November 18. The car he was last seen driving, a green Holden Vectra, was found crashed in the area last Sunday.

Thomas Brydon (seven), Isla Flynn (five) and Riley Flynn (seven) have written their letters to Father Christmas.

By Bill McElhinney Renwick siblings Isla and Riley Flynn sat down at the weekend to write their letters to Santa. At the top of Isla’s list is a pair of roller skates. Isla, five, also added to her letter to Santa: “Wishing you Santa a nice holiday”. Riley, seven, says his favourite thing about Christmas is “seeing lots of family and having a good time”. At the top of Riley’s list is a Nerf Nitro. Isla says her favourite thing about Christmas is, “We get to see family and get a gift from Santa”. Christmas for their family is about giving, their mother, Claire, says. “It’s not a religious event, but instead it’s a family thing. And we encourage the children to show kindness.”

One way they will be doing this is having Isla and Riley write letters to some elderly people. The letters will be dropped off anonymously in letter boxes around Renwick Kids write the cutest things to Santa, NZ Post spokesperson Tina Morgan says. Letters in the past have had long lists of presents with short disclaimers. “One child wrote: “Santa, you can choose how many things I am allowed on this list, and my mum says I might not get everything I ask for.” Some children are time conscious. “I’m sending this early. “I just want to get most of the things on my list before you run out of them,” one wrote last year. Others thanked Santa for last year’s presents and asked after Mr and Mrs Claus.

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By Celeste Alexander A Life Flight helicopter was the star of the show at Sunday’s Mitre 10 Mega Marlborough Community Day, which raised $15,933. The helicopter was displayed for people to look through while staff and pilots were on hand to chat. Local emergency services, St John, Police and the Blenheim Fire Brigade also came along with their vehicles. Children of all ages took the opportunity to look through the helicopter, fire appliance and ambulances and judging by their smiles, it was greatly enjoyed. Mitre 10 Mega Marlborough marketing coordinator Gena Birtles was behind the idea

to hold the event and says it was ‘absolutely fantastic’. “We are incredibly proud to be partnered with Life Flight and to put funding into the helicopter and air ambulance services, and this was just another way for us to fundraise for them. “The response was extremely positive and actually overwhelming with the thousands that turned out to support the day, so I want to thank the community for its support,” she says. Gena also wishes to thank the following: St John, the Blenheim Fire Brigade, Police, the Lions Club, Mitre 10 staff and Westpac Bank staff for their support on the day.

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By Celeste Alexander For a number of years the Sun Newspaper has held a Christmas Gift Appeal to benefit local organisations and charities that help families in need. This year the Sun has decided to do something slightly different, and instead of gifts it will be donations of non perishable food items for the Marlborough Community Foodbank and pet food for the Marlborough SPCA. Publishers Les and Katrina Whiteside say each year the appeal is well supported and, along with their staff are proud to be facilitating the appeal. The collection begins this Friday and people are invited to bring in their donations to the Sun office on High Street. Pet food for cats and dogs is welcome as well as items for the Foodbank, in particular

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

Q: What is your most favourite Christmas decoration?

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Yes, I have a favourite. It’s a New Zealand fantail made from paua shell, a gift from a friend.

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Tuamarina cemetery Dear Ed, I would like to know if the council should put up a water tank and a rubbish bin at the Tuamarina Cemetery. I asked about it back in May this year and nothing has been done about it. Stuart Forbes Blenheim

Shirley Hawtin Blenheim I love my little Christmas house that lights up. You look through the windows and it tells the story of The Night Before Christmas.

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Trout not welcome Daylight robbery Dear Ed, Could you please inform Blinky Bert that Bill English or National Party were not defeated but robbed by so called bureaucrats, if you call it that. Daylight robbery I say. Fred Uhrle Renwick

Dear Ed, The release of trout by Fish and Game is as intelligent as releasing stoats and possums into the bush. Several species of native fish having become extinct from predation by these noxious, imported organisms. Despite rate-payers graciously permitting Fish and Game members to use the freshwater systems without tariff in pursuance of their ecologically disastrous activities for over a hundred years, Fish and Game demonstrate their gratitude by prosecuting the

public with gusto for infringements of their precious, stupid regulations. It is time for councils throughout New Zealand to impose significant fees, to be added to fishing licenses, retrospectively if possible, for use of the public’s fresh-water resources. The revenue gathered maybe employed to enhance habitat suitable for the regeneration of native species while eradicating trout. Walter Hilhorst Blenheim

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Dear Ed, It has gone ominously quiet about the controversial moving of district nurses from their purpose-built facility at Wairau Hospital to the health hub at Queen Street. I have no confidence the Nelson Marlborough District Health Board are going to handle this any better than they have the changeover of homecare contracts, which is already leaving vulnerable people upset and uncomfortable in their own homes. It was horrifying to read in The Sun about the 96

year-old lady whose regular routine has been disrupted because her new carer doesn’t have the time to spend with her the way the previous one did. No wonder she was upset and contacting community advocate Jean Wilson. It is time the district health board moved away from its penny-pinching attitude to one of real care for its patients and listened to what we have to say. Maybe this new government will help bring about a change in attitude? Grumpy patient Blenheim

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Prompt response Dear Ed, Well done to the Marlborough District Council! I rang them on Tuesday to notify them of a drain blocked with ‘freebie’ newspapers outside of our house on Tuesday. They sent a maintenance man to clear it out the very next day. Impressed! Jackie Fearn Blenheim

Earthquake warning Dear Ed, I attended the public meeting on earthquakes held in Blenheim earlier this month and I was well-impressed with the answers by GNS Science’s principal scientist Kelvin Berryman on being as prepared as possible. He’s right - it’s a few simple things like keeping an up-to-date kit that will help us through the initial isolation after the big earthquake hits. I liked his suggestion of checking and renewing it every six months, when daylight saving times starts or finishes. Give that man a chocolate fish! CD fan Blenheim

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Seven New Zealand winemakers took part in the second international winemakers challenge in Ningxia, in China, six of them from Marlborough. Matt van der Spuy is one of the two Marlborough winemakers who won a silver medal for his efforts. The wines they made were reds, using cabernet sauvignon, merlot, and cabernet gernischift, which is also known as carmenere in Chile. As the client WM at SCVL and working closely with the multiple award winning brand ‘Rapaura Springs’ Matt is used to cool climate wines. He says the wine competition was amazing. He was teamed with Château Luo Shan, and says it is a great place to work. Winning a silver medal in the government-sponsored competition was a big thing. Being one of 15 out of 50 contestants to be awarded a medal and in his eyes a ‘stamp of appreciation’ by a panel of judges that included Master of Wine Andrew Caillard, the president of the OIV (International Organisation of Vine and Wine) and various other international wine judges and master som-

meliers is something Matt says he is ‘very happy with’, especially as he is still involved over there, with Chateau Luo Shan as an advisory winemaker.

“As a kid in Hawkes Bay, if you’d told me I’d be making awardwinning wine out of China, I’d have never believed it.” “For me the competition was the foot in the door. “I’ve got a degree, but I still started work in the cellar. I know how to do things, I can show people. I’m not just telling them what to do.” Since August, he has been back to Ningxia three times. The two regions’ harvests are six months apart, so Matt is able to balance his work commitments here with the opportunities in Ningxia. He has just started working at Chateau Luo Shan with another winemaker from here, who is a

small-batch red winemaker, and that’s working well. They can share the time commitments in Ningxia, which means Matt doesn’t have to be away from Marlborough so often. Ningxia is in China’s far north, next to the Gobi desert. It is where China has decided its premium wine-growing area is and it has modelled itself on France’s Bordeaux, making similar styles of blended-red wines. Marlborough has a sister-region agreement with Ningxia. China doesn’t have a strong reputation for quality wine and winedrinking, but that is changing as Ningxia wine companies develop. Ningxia is focussed on making wine to get international accolades and ‘they’re doing quite well at it’, Matt says. The flagship 2015 cabernet sauvignon he made for the winery he now consults at has picked up gold medals at International wine shows such as Berlin and Bruxelles – shows governed by the OIV For him, the experience in China is about producing quality wine, he says. “The winery is quality-focused

first and foremost, my primary role is to make super premium and rich wines for cellaring and destined to win over judges at international shows to help kick start this brand. “The white wine has a long way to go but the reds are amazing.” He recently lined his competition wine up against some very decent Hawkes Bay examples and was surprised to find just how well the Chinese wine stood up. The climate allows for super-ripe flavours, Matt says, and even thick-skinned, concentrated big tannin-type varieties can achieve optimum ripeness. “Ripe cabernet sauvignon is a rare but marvellous thing.” In Ningxia, the low-cropped vines, hand-harvested fruit which is bunch-sorted at the winery, de-stemmed and finally berrysorted, means only the best get through to the tank, he says, so with these labour-intensive and handprocessing methods able to used, the wines are ‘truly hand-crafted’. “As a kid in Hawkes Bay, if you’d told me I’d be making awardwinning wine out of China, I’d have never believed it.”

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THRIFTY THURSDAY Montessori Blenheim centre teacher Debbie Chorley leads the children in a selection of Christmas songs.

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Christmas concert at Montessori By Bill McElhinney There were lots of happy faces and cute children at the Montessori Preschool in Francis Street, Blenheim, on Saturday as families gathered to see the children perform their annual Christmas concert. The garden was filled with family and

friends as the children sang a range of Christmas and children’s songs, in Te Reo Maori and English. “It was a happy and relaxed occasion where families socialised and celebrated their children’s success over a shared lunch,” centre manager Rachel Roundhill says.

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Brad Windust with Milo, Andrew Blanshard with Tike, and Fin Buchanan with Pai and Piri, on the Picton waterfront. Photo: Department of Conservation

Conservation dogs search for pests A pest detection blitz by 12 conservation dogs and their handlers in the Marlborough Sounds last week found no predators on island sanctuaries, giving assurance the islands are safe for the endangered native species living there. The dog teams searched 11 Department of Conservation-managed islands that are predator-free safe havens for rare and endangered species such as tuatara, orangefronted parakeets/kakariki, mohua, giant weta, and Hamilton’s and Maud Island frogs/ pepeketua. The pest detection sweep included a check of Kaipupu Wildlife Sanctuary near Picton for mustelids and cats with none found, though indication of a cat was picked up outside its predator-proof fence. The Conservation Dogs Programme, supported by partner Kiwibank, uses speciallytrained dogs and their handlers to find protected species, for monitoring, health checks and translocations, or unwanted pests. Currently, approximately 45 dogs find native species and 35 dogs detect pests. Conservation Dogs programme manager Sally Thomas says the Marlborough Sounds’ pest detection blitz has given the conservation dog handlers a great opportunity to work together. DOC Sounds operations manager David Hayes says stoats and mice have turned up

on Marlborough Sounds predator-free islands in the past and conservation dogs provide a vital role in checking for predators. “Predator-free islands have surveillance measures to detect pests such as traps and tracking tunnels but to be sure pests haven’t snuck onto islands and evaded detection, regular searches with conservation dogs are needed.” He says mouse footprints were found on Blumine Island in June and a mouse caught in a trap. “This latest search by the dog teams gives us reassurance it’s unlikely there are other mice on Blumine. “We ask people visiting islands open to the public to help keep these sanctuaries pest-free” Visitors to islands should check before going out on the water that boats, kayaks, all bags, containers, food and gear are clear of mice, rats, ants, spiders or other animals. All clothing, footwear and gear should be free of soil and plant material, including seeds and foliage. Searches of Picton, Waikawa and Havelock marinas detected rodents which could stow away on boats and be carried to island sanctuaries. DOC will discuss with Port Marlborough and community conservation groups ways to work together to reduce rodents at the marinas.

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Welcome to the AWATERE

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Award winners host field day A public field day at Muller Station, winner of the Farming category in the 2017 Cawthron Marlborough Environment Awards, attracted a record crowd of 160 people last week. Station owners Steve and Mary Satterthwaite shared their story, from the battle against weeds, rabbits and other pests to where they are today – the second biggest merino supplier to Icebreaker and farming that is in tune with their

environment. Field trippers stop for a picnic lunch at Carters sheep yards, Muller Station. Awards judge Peter Anderson said the best farms are very aware of how important caring for the environment is to their farming operation and to the future of their land. “The Satterthwaites, Steve and Mary, are an excellent example of this and shared their experience in improved grazing management, weed

control and soil fertility.” The Marlborough District Council is a principal sponsor of the Awards. Entries for the next round of the Cawthron Marlborough Environment Awards open in August 2018. Steve and Mary own Muller Station in the Awatere Valley where they farm 38,000 hectares ranging from river valleys to steep mountain tops, and run about 14,000 merino sheep and 1300 cattle.

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Railway station available to community By Celeste Alexander The Awatere Valley Trust announced earlier this year they hoped to re-open the Seddon railway station as a community centre, and so far a number of organisations have put it good use. Trust member Charmaine Hammond says the trust has leased the railway station building and land and it’s their hope that after June next year, the community can own it. Until then it it will be used as a community centre. “We’ve had a quilting group here, Community Law is now coming once a week and local RSE workers are also using it for their weekly meetings. We have also had a group of ladies book it for December to use the kitchen. “It’s a fantastic building with its own commercial kitchen and it has had hardly any earthquake damage, making it the ideal place to hire and local groups to make

use of it. “Our purpose is about the people and doing what we can when there’s the opportunity, especially involving the arts and crafts groups, and we are always keen to hear from anyone wanting to utilise it,” she says. The trust is also wanting more people to become involved. There’s currently around eight people part of the trust. “We see us as standing independently, being there for the community and we have a lot of good ideas that are coming in of how the building and land can be used. “It could be used for a centre for information and tourism services, medical services or a JP drop-in service, pop up markets and even for businesses wanting to hire it for a period of time to display their products and services,” Charmaine says.

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Welcome to the AWATERE Hunt for pest weed in Blind River area

Rugby Club’s annual golf tournament The Awatere Rugby Club is hosting its 6th annual golf tournament and auction on Saturday, December 9 at the Awatere Golf Course. The event kicks off at 10am when participants need to report at the club. There will be fantastic prizes to be won, amazing items to

be auctioned including a set of mud grip tyres, half wine barrels full of excellent wine and local produce, lamb, venison, crayfish plus so much more. Organise your team of two and register today. The cost is $50 per team, to pre-register phone 027 318 0375.

Family day to talk about earthquake recovery By Celeste Alexander A family day will be held at the Ward Domain on December 16 which aims to bring together both the town and country communities, and give them the chance to express how they feel about the earthquake recovery. The event is organised by the Rural Support Trust’s top of the south branch, headed by Chris Faulls and is funded by the Rural Health Alliance Aotearoa New Zealand. Chris says it follows on from a Beef and Lamb event held in December of last year, and aims to attract the same audience so they can get a contrast on what was a very raw time, versus how they feel 13 months on from the Kaikoura earthquake. “We are hoping to get both town and country audiences from Clarence, Kekerengu, right through to Ward, Flaxbourne and the Awatere area, including rural businesses together to take stock of their recovery over the past year. “It’s so we can check up on people and allow them to express back to us how they feel about

the recovery. “I think in general the communities have recovered quite well but in saying that there are individuals who have had issues with stress from the earthquake itself, so everytime there’s an aftershock it brings all those emotions back. “This is another opportunity for us to hear of any other issues people might be facing,” he says. The family day will feature free games and activities for children and a barbecue dinner and drinks which will be provided. Chris says he hopes to have a couple of GNS scientists there on the day and Red Cross will also have a presence. “Our trustees will be talking with farmers and townsfolk to get a bit of a view of where they are at and where there might still be issues. “We are really keen to have people from Seddon and the Awatere attend, so please bring along your families and come along,” he says. The family day starts at 2pm. For more information contact 0800 787 254.

This is the time of the year when Chilean Needle Grass becomes easier to spot and the hunt is on in the Blind River area by Council’s Biosecurity team. Council staff and contractors will be combing known infestation areas as the plant becomes more visible during its summer flowering. Landholders will also be undertaking a substantial amount of control work, predominantly in the Blind River area. It invades dryland pastures and can be carried on sheep’s wool, on machinery and in clothing. Its sharp seeds can penetrate animals causing blindness, deafness and abscesses in sheep. Marlborough District Council Biosecurity Coordinator Jono Un-

The tail of the Chilean needlegrass seed (pictured) attached to a lamb's head.

derwood says during the past 10 years the number of infestations has risen steeply and more help is needed from Marlburians to help reduce the impact this pest is having on our region. “Between now and the end of summer is when the needle grass

is seeding and these seeds can easily hitch a ride, especially if you’re moving soil. If you’re in an infested area it’s important to be aware of the risk and the regulations which apply.” “There are helpful resources available on the Council’s website, including a new Smart Map, with information on the status of the pest plant, where it has been found, photographs and explanation of what can be done to deal with it,” he says. If you think you’ve seen the plant, take a photo of it, record the location and email the information to the Council (biosecurity@marlborough. govt.nz). Check out the Biosecurity Smart Map showing where Needle Grass has been found as well as other information relating to the weed.

Wednesday November 29, 2017

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Daniel and Claire are delighted to introduce Pippa Taylor Vining (7lb 2oz) to the world on November 11, 2017 at 9.30pm at Wairau Hospital. Huge thanks to our amazing midwife Mahana Riwaka-Vardey, the staff on the maternity ward, as well as Gary and Sue for their help.

Tupuaga and Mauola welcome the newest addition to their family, Tupu Junior (8lb 4oz) born November 26, 2017 at 10.30pm at Wairau Hospital. A little brother for proud siblings, Thomas, Faalelei and Filifilia. Thank you to our midwife Mandy Stanton and the staff at the Maternity Ward.

Clyde and Amy are proud to announce the safe arrival of their baby girl, Gypsy Lillian (7lb 12oz) born November 19, 2017 at 4.50am at Wairau Hospital. A little sister for Jayden and Malaylah. Thanks to our midwife Jenn Laing and the staff at the Maternity Ward.

Carina and Gonzalo are happy to announce the arrival of Luna Inkeri (2.9kg) on November 17, 2017 at 3.24am at Wairau Hospital. Thank you to midwives Toni and Maryanne. Both well.

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Zonta meeting

Professional women’s organisation Zonta held an information meeting for potential new members last Wednesday at the Cloudy Bay Wines Treehouse.

Cellar door competition

Wine Marlborough has revived the cellar door of the year competition, and an event was held at Brancott Estate Heritage Centre last Tuesday to celebrate the winners.

Ocean Vine Hop

A good crowd of over 200 people attended the inaugural Ocean Vine Hop festival at Pollard Park on Saturday. A continuous stream of food, wine and live music attracted festival goers from all around the country.

Tatiana Ceben and Janette Holdaway were at the Zonta meeting.

Tracy Taylor and Tracy Holdaway were at the Zonta meeting.

Lynette White and Sonya Simmons from Wairau River Wines were at the wine competition.

Mel Galt and Laura Scott at the Ocean Vine Hop.

Also attending the Zonta meeting were Maree Herdman and Maree Turbitt.

Lauren Turner from Saint Clair Family Estate and Jess Bell from Cloudy Bay Wines.

Lloyd James was keeping festival goers hydrated at the Ocean Vine Hop.

Joe Trappitt from Sugar Loaf Wines and Vance Kerslake from Wine Marlborough.

Gemma Lyons and Kristy Andrew were serving Wairau River wines at the Ocean Vine Hop.

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LUCAS, Phyllis Edith (Phyl): Passed away unexpectedly but peacefully at home, on Thursday November 23 2017. Aged 81 years. Loved wife of Ron for 57 years, loved mother and mother-in-law of Des and Janine, and Mark and Paula. Loved Nan of Cameron, Elysia, Brittany, Hannah, Loren and Tom. Loved sister of the late Brian and Yvonne, and Trish and Margaret. Messages may be sent to the Lucas Family, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Alzheimers Marlborough would be appreciated and may be sent to c/- 8 Wither Road, Blenheim 7201. A funeral service for Phyl has been held. Respectfully cared for by GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719

Open 1st & 3rd Saturdays every month. 11.00am-1pm. Salvation Army HQ, Henry St, Blenheim. Sign out. Free Christian healing prayer available to anyone. Phone 578 9704.

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

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O’CALLAGHAN, Morris Powell: Peacefully passed away at Hospice Marlborough Blenheim on 25 November 2017 aged 91 years. Beloved husband of the late Alison, cherished father and father in-law of Gillian, Peter and Jocelyne, and Richard. Adored grandfather and great grandfather. Messages to 9 Seaview Cres Picton 7220. In lieu of flowers a donation to St Vincent de Paul would be appreciated and can be made at the service or sent to 110 High Street Picton 7220. A Requiem Mass for Morris will be celebrated at St Josephs Catholic Church, Otago Street, Picton at 11.00am on Thursday November 30 followed by a private cremation at the Sowman Crematorium. Respectfully cared for by GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719

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WINDLEY, Weston John (Wes): On Monday November 20 2017, peacefully with family at Ashwood Park Retirement Village. Aged 88 years. Cherished husband of Hazel, loved Dad of Christine and Stephen, and Travis and Margaret. Much loved Grandad to Amber-Louise. Messages may be sent to 15 Francis Street, Blenheim 7201. At Wes’s request, a private service has taken place followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium. Respectfully cared for by GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719

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

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‘You Are Not Alone’ Depression Support Group 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.

MARKS, Bob (Robert John): Died peacefully at home surrounded by family on Sunday 26th November after a courageous battle with cancer. Best friend and husband of Christine. Loving father and father in law of Liam and Rachel Drew (Wellington), Jennifer and Allan Kinsella (Wellington), Pip and Darin Herd (Blenheim), and Gillian and Tim Ensor (Christchurch). Worlds best Grandad to Sherlock and Nixon; Emma and Cayden; Jacob, Mason and Alex; Isla and Angus. We will remember the fun times and miss him always. Messages to c/o P.O. Box 9, Blenheim 7240. The family would like to thank Dr Ruth Moore, the wonderful staff on the medical ward, oncology unit and at the hospice. In lieu of flowers a donation to the Marlborough Hospice c/- PO Box 411 Blenheim 7240 would be appreciated, or may be made at the service. A service for Bob will be held at the Springlands Chapel, Cloudy Bay Funeral Services, 15 Boyce Street, Blenheim on Friday 1st December at 1.30pm followed by private cremation at the Cloudy Bay Crematorium.

community services BLENHEIM 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. Lifeline Marlborough: 0800 543354, 24hr helpline. 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 8.30-5.30pm, Sat 9-2pm, Queen Charlotte Pharmacy 573 7927 Sat 9-1pm.

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Mistletoe Market

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MEADOW Red clover mixed hay, small bales $7. Phone 0211709492. SWIFT Caravan 16ft. 2 berth, shower, toilet, many extras $19,000. Phone 5784952.

Housie 12.30pm - RSA Lounge Members Draw - 1st draw $2900.00

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Members Draw - 1st draw $1300.00 Happy Hour Friday, 5.30pm-7.30pm Members, their guests and Affiliates Welcome P: 5781059 • www.clubsofmarlborough.org.nz

This Saturday Town Centre commencing at 9am

Eastern States Speedway General Meeting Tuesday 12th December 7pm at the Clubrooms All members urged to attend

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We have exciting opportunities for experienced Vineyard Operators in our large scale Marlborough vineyards. Work in a structured, supportive environment where quality outcomes are our goal. We embrace world class viticultural practises, and offer on-going training and development, promotional opportunities and attractive pay rates. On a day to day basis you will be responsible for: • Tractor and machinery operations • Spray operations • Irrigation and fertigation operations • Hands-on vineyard operations You must have a good understanding of tractor operations, agrichemical application and safe operating procedures. Growsafe and Approved Handler certificates will be highly regarded. If you are committed to a career in viticulture, have a positive can-do attitude and want to be part of a passionate team please apply via our website. Alternatively contact our National Viticulture Office for an application form on (03) 572 6300, 1st Floor, Riverview House, 13 Alfred Street, Blenheim 7201. www.delegat.com

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We require an enthusiastic and passionate Baker capable of producing high standard products. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a skilled team in a successful supermarket. We see the successful applicant as having: • A good understanding of the Bakery Industry and products • A passion for baking • Self Motivation • Excellent communication skills • Experience • Innovative ideas • Great Customer Service • A focus on teamwork Key responsibilities include: • Producing a range of consistently high-quality products to meet demand • Maintaining a high standard of merchandising • Adhering to Health & Safety and Food Safety Standards • Delivering excellent Customer Service Days of work will be discussed at the interview. One weekend day will be required. Remuneration will be competitive. If you have what we are looking for and are ready to take on an exciting new challenge, working with a passionate team of people then please apply online attaching your CV and cover letter at http://foodstuffs.careercentre.net.nz Overseas applicants must hold New Zealand citizenship, New Zealand Permanent Residency or a Valid New Zealand Work Permit. Applications close on 14th of December 2017.

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MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT COUNCIL

Resource Management Officer – Hearings Facilitator

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Our Resource Consent team needs you. This team is responsible for managing the natural resources of beautiful Marlborough. As a unitary authority the MDC is performing regional, district and coastal consents. If you want to be part of a team that maintains and manages the Resource Consent processes, values individual and team participation, and provides exceptional customer service, we want to receive your application. In return we can offer you a competitive remuneration package which is benchmarked against market rates, a high quality working environment and cutting edge technology and the opportunity to work with a professional team interested in developing your career. Applications close on 15 December 2017. Applications should be made online via our website, www.marlborough.govt.nz/Your-Council/Careers/CurrentVacancies, where you will find full information on the vacancy and how to apply. For further information you are welcome to contact anna.eatherley@marlborough.govt.nz

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PROPERTY MANAGER 30 HOURS/WEEK HOURS 7am-11am, 2pm-4pm

We are seeking an adaptable, practical person to carry out general maintenance and repairs of the school. Some flexibility in hours will be necessary. Key duties include: • Mowing and maintenance of fields • General carpentry, drainage, preventative maintenance, repairs and upkeep • Upkeep and maintenance of tools and machinery • Co-ordination with tradespeople and contractors • Compliance to Health & Safety systems • Operation of heating systems in winter and swimming pool in summer • Support for school events e.g. gala, sports days etc Necessary attributes: • Strong relationship skills and a special rapport with children, staff and parents • Adaptability – ability to problem solve and fix minor repairs • Willingness to support staff with a range of property needs • Honesty and reliability • Ability to liaise with contractors and other property related personnel Applications in writing to The Principal, Witherlea School, 214 Weld St, Blenheim or email to principal@witherlea.school.nz. Applications close 13th December.

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situations vacant SALES consultant - The Blenheim Sun newspaper is looking for a highly organised sales professional to join our successful team. For the right person we will consider full-time or part-time. Our sales consultants introduce businesses around our region to the benefits of advertising in our twice weekly publication. Working with our clients is a busy role but very rewarding, working alongside a fun team of individuals. This is an exciting position to work with a privately owned leading newspaper in a growth focussed media business. If you are looking for a new challenge contact us via email today in confidence. Les Whiteside - Publisher Email: les@blenheimsun.co.nz

EXPERIENCED TRADESMAN JOINER WANTED Max George Joiners is a well-established locally owned and operated company specialising in high quality joinery solutions. We have over 25 years experience in delivering custom designed, made to order joinery products to our discerning clients. We are seeking to employ an experienced tradesman joiner with the following attributes: • The ability to work with our designer and clients to produce a finished product of the highest quality. • Attention to detail and a high standard of workmanship. • A team player who will fit in with our friendly team. As one of our tradesmen you will take responsibility for your own projects from final measure to completed installation. There will be some guidance but you will need the skills to run your own jobs, communicating with your own clients. If you are seeking a role that will allow you to further develop your skills, apply in strict confidence by phoning 5777099 between10am and 4pm or email: office@maxgeorgejoiners.co.nz. Applications close December 6, 2017.

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Vineyard Operators - Wairau Valley It’s now more than 30 years since we introduced the world to the first Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. Today, our Marlborough wines are still making history. Our success is the result of the passion and commitment of our people, our exceptional portfolio of leading premium brands, and a common bond: a commitment to our values of mutual trust, entrepreneurial spirit, strong sense of ethics and conviviality as our way of being. PRW is currently looking for a Foreperson as well as Machine Operators to join our Marlborough team. The Foreperson will support our Vineyard Operations team with oversight, coordination, planning and technical expertise in collaboration with our other Forepersons of our area vineyards. Our Machine Operators work within a well-respected modern fleet providing an industry leading service to our South Island Viticulture team. What does our operation offer? • Dedicated team leadership • An opportunity for career development and various training opportunities • An opportunity to work for a global company Skills and experience required for this role include: • Relevant experience and/or education • Previous experience in a supervisor or mentoring capacity (for the Foreperson role) • Ability to work with an IPad for internal systems • Ability to work as part of a team • Strong communication skills, motivated, organised with great time management skills • Adequate level of fitness due to the nature of the role • High standard of work, flexibility and ability to build strong relationships If you are interested in this, or other opportunities, please contact ashley.rennie@pernod-ricard.com or visit our website www.pernod-ricard.com. Follow us on Instagram if you want to get to know us better @pernodricardnz.

• 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, we have two roles available 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. 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 5 December 2017, visit www.constellationnz.com under careers, or email celia.daniels@cbrands.com for a confidential chat.

Carpet Cleaning and Flood Restoration Technician Required Potential Candidates Must: • Have an excellent work ethic, a positive attitude and a willingness to learn • Be able to work to a high standard independently and as part of a team • Be able to do after-hours call-out work (on a rostered basis) • Have excellent verbal and written communication skills and a genuine respect for clients • Have a strong attention to detail and excellent time keeping skills • Have a tidy and professional personal presentation • Be physically fit and capable • Hold a full, clean, New Zealand drivers’ license • Be honest, reliable and trustworthy pre-employment screening: • Clear Physical, Drug and alcohol and Ministry of Justice checks The successful applicant will be provided with all the tools of the trade including a company phone and a GPS tracked (work only) van. You will need to be comfortable working with our phone app, and maintaining a clean and professional appearance of yourself and your company owned vehicle and good working order to equipment, at all times. Experience with IICRC standards and in carpet laying would be beneficial, but not essential.

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Women’s Tri winner Twenty six-year-old mother-of-two Nikita Gane won the Marlborough Women’s Triathlon on Sunday ahead of Hannah Barnsley in second place and Averil Leonard who finished third. The winning team at the iconic 35-year-old Marlborough event was the Body Restore Clinic combination of Helen Sowman (run/swim) and Kate Harper (cycle).

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Blenheim Judo Club members. Back row from left: Shayne Jacks (head club coach), Sarah Brand, Vincent Maisey, Tom Clarke, Blake Latter, Sidney Stevens, Caleb Noad, Lukas Schroder, Electra Maisey, Sophie Bryant, Louie Poletti, Nadine Maisey, Dave Foley (club coach). Middle row from left: Ethan Roberts, Ryan Quinn, Jacob McLeish, Alex McLeish, Dylan Gibson, Rawiri Turu, Weston Maisey. Front: James Goodwin.

Good medal haul for Blenheim Judo Club Blenheim Judo Club members had a successful day on November 19 when they hosted the Central Districts Judo closed championships. The Blenheim club fielded its biggest team in many years, with 21 players competing, including boys and girls aged between seven and 14 years old. For some, this was their first competition. The Blenheim club had a very successful day, winning 19 medals, the most out of all the clubs, seven gold, seven silver and five

bronze. “I was very proud of our team. They showed great enthusiasm, determination, technical skill and their results were very well deserved,” club coach Shayne Jacks says. “Lukas Schroder, 11 years old and a green belt from Linkwater, has been practising judo since he was five and is a role model in the class,” Shayne says. “At the competition he showed great judol, controlling his opponents every move in every situation to win gold.

“For Ryan Quinn, eight years old from Picton, this was his second competition and the improvements he has made in his judo ability and self-control were huge - he really deserves the gold and bronze medals he won,” Shayne says. “Alex McLeish, eight years old from Renwick, has been coming to judo for nine months and this term has been practising one particular throw, Seoi nage. He executed this throw in the competition to perfection, scoring him a fantastic win.

The annual competition drew more than 50 judo players, along with their families, from Nelson, Motueka, Granity and Blenheim. The judo club has been steadily growing over the last few years. It has introduced junior beginner classes twice a year, where judoka learn the basic fundamentals of the sport before transitioning into the regular junior class. The Blenheim Judo Club has both junior and senior classes on Tuesday evenings during school terms.

The Marlborough Red Devils Cycling Club draw for Thursday: Trail Blazers, 4pm-5pm Athletic Park. For kids three to 10 years old who love playing on their bikes. Track racing. 6pm at Athletic Park, $5 seniors, $3 juniors. Sunday December 3, 8am, Railway Station: Social ride, 30-40km. Suitable for anyone returning to cycling. Tuesday December 5, two stage road race: Meet at Fairhall School at 5.45pm to sign on, 6.15pm start. Stage 1: 29.5km Stage 2: 1.4km (hill climb). $5 seniors, $3 juniors.

Walk up the Withers Warrior Women host a walk on the Wither Hills every Wednesday evening at 5:30pm. Meet at the Rifle range car park. This walk is for all fitness levels. Children welcome.

Harriers summer run The Marlborough Harriers Club summer runners 5km time trial series on Thursday starts on the Taylor River by the Monro Street car park. Walkers start at 5.45pm, runners at 6pm. These runs are non-competitive and are made as enjoyable as possible. The cost is $2 per week or $20 for the season (families $25 for the season).

Red Devils cycling results The third event of the Red Devils Cycling Club summer series, a two stage road race, was held in cool conditions on Tuesday evening last week. Stage one, a 23km A grade event, came down to a tight sprint finish

with Luc Cowley winning from Andrew Bidwell. The B grade was dominated by Adam Bidwell and C grade by Finn McKenzie, who rode away from his group. Bailey McKay won the sprint for second place.

Stage two was 20km and in the A grade, Luc sprinted stongly to win again from Andrew. In the B grade stage two 6km, Adam made it two wins. Finn was the only rider to do the second stage but posted a creditable time.

Results from the two-up 15km time trial: Niels van Antwerpen and Gerard van Antwerpen, 24.04; Nick Batt, 24.50; Sam Spencer and Dylan Hodson, 24.54; Adam Bidwell and Andrew Bidwell, 25.33; Jess

Spencer and Katie Batt, 30.14; Jess Johnstone and Mel Jones, 32.06; Shanay Harley and Colin McMahon, 32.32; Rhonda Murphy and Hayley Hampton, 41.34.

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