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Goodbye Mrs E!

By Bill McElhinney Kaye Eccersall is a Renwick mum who started out at Renwick School as a teacher aide, working five hours a week in the school library.

She enjoyed it so much she became a fully qualified teacher and now, after 33 years, ‘Mrs E’ as the pupils call her, is about to leave a job she has loved.

Continued on page 2 Teacher Kaye Eccersall with some of her pupils, from left: Lizzie Youngman, Courtney Farley, Hayley Sutherland, Ben Partington, Kaeleigh Macdonald and Charlotte Brooke-Taylor.

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Long-serving Renwick teacher leaving Continued from page 1 “I used to bring my two daughters, Jo and Sarah to the school,” Kaye says.

“I joined the PTA, as you do, then I saw the teacher aide position advertised, so I applied and got the job, five hours a week.

“I started off in the school library, and then my hours increased and I got involved with helping the teachers, taking small groups of children for special projects, helping with new entrants.

“In 1994 the then principal, Ian Mackey, saw me working with the children and asked if I’d thought about becoming a teacher.

“I said it would be great, but I couldn’t afford to train.

“Then Ian visited the College of Education in Christchurch and mentioned me to the principal there.

“It turned out that they were just starting a new distance training programme, which meant I could study to be a teacher through correspondence and doing occasional on-site courses.

“I was accepted into the first course and began studying in mid 1995.

“I graduated in 1999 with a diploma, which, through further study, I upgraded to a degree.”

It wasn’t easy, Kaye says.

She had to juggle her teacher train-

ing studies with caring for her family and holding down a job.

“But my kids were great, and Ian Mackey was so supportive during my training.”

Renwick is a special school, Kaye says. “The staff is friendly, caring and supportive.

“I love being with the kids in my class and I’ll miss them, but I may do some relieving later.

When she finishes at the end of the term, Kaye plans to spend more time with her two grandchildren in Christchurch.

“And dragon boating, reading and walking.

“No more 7am to 5pm days, and

taking work home!”

One of the students Kaye taught when she was a teacher aide, Tore Waechter, is coming to Renwick School next year as a teacher.

“We’ll miss Kaye,” Principal Simon Heath says.

“I don’t know any other teacher with such a record of service at one school.

“We’ve always enjoyed working with Kaye and she commands such respect and love from her pupils.

“She has a great sense of humour, which the kids really love, and they know she really cares about them.

We do wish her well.”

Cake and memories

By Celeste Alexander Christmas decorations, bubbles and cake - what better way for the Marlborough Parents Centre to celebrate four decades helping local families!

The committee came together last Friday with some of the families they have seen through their classes and coffee groups to share morning tea and fun.

One of the MPC’s long serving members, Marian Millar has been involved for 23 years.

She became involved when her daughter Sarah was born, and says much has changed over the years.

“I joined the antenatal classes to help out then went onto the committee 18 years ago.

“In the earlier years the

The Marlborough Parents Centre committee cutting the 40th birthday cake during their celebration last Friday.

centre was a fairly radical group, campaigning for things like parents

being able to stay in hospital with their children.

“The last campaign

we did was when the anesthetists wouldn’t work extra hours, but we

said women wanted epidurals available during birth and were eventu-

ally successful with that and they stayed on,” she smiles.

Asked what the most rewarding part of being involved with the MPC was, Marian replies; “the families”.

“In pa r ticula r the strength of our coffee groups which are formed after antenatal classes are held.

“A lot of people living out of town don’t have support in Blenheim but in these coffee groups they form a huge network and friendships.

“I myself still enjoy these friendships and love catching up with families where ever I go.

“It’s wonderful seeing the babies from when I first joined now becoming engaged, married and having children of their own,” she says.

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Raynor has retired Picton volunteer firefighter Raynor Henson has retired after 62 years of service.

Raynor, 86, joined the fire service in his early 20s and was the longestserving volunteer firefighter in the country before he hung up his helmet.

He says he couldn’t have done his service without the support of his family.

Two of the fire engines at the Picton station have been named “Rhub” and “Joan” in honour of Raynor and his wife.

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Marlborough mayor John Leggett, Port Marlborough ceo Ian McNabb, and Marlborough Flyer operator Paul Jackson.

Steam train’s first trip a hit

By Cathie Bell Marlborough’s newest tourist attraction, a 100 year-old steam locomotive and carriages, is making friends across the district.

The Marlborough Flyer made its first official trip from Picton to Blenheim and back last Friday, carrying guests and cruise ship passengers.

All along the route, people stopped their cars to watch the steam train pass, they waved, and cheered it on.

Train operator Paul Jackson welcomed people at Picton railway station, where the Marlborough District Brass Band and a collection of cars from the Marlborough Vintage Car Club entertained the

crowd.

He thanked the Marlborough community for its warm response to the train, and gave special thanks to KiwiRail and the Rail and Maritime Transport Union for helping it get running.

Marlborough mayor John Leggett says the train is starting at the perfect time to celebrate the

Marlborough will switch its street lighting to long-lasting and brighter LED bulbs.

Making the switch will save $150,000 a year on the public power bill for street lighting.

The estimated cost to convert Marlborough’s street lighting to the energy-saving bulbs was $3 million, but the NZ Transport Agency will pick up 85 per cent of the cost if council makes the switch by December next year.

Existing bulbs have to be replaced every two or three years but the LED bulbs have a 15 to 18-year lifespan.

resurgence of the district after last year’s earthquake.

“It’s going to be a great attraction - who doesn’t love a steam train?”

Tourists John and Denice Taylor, from Colorado in the United States, said they had come from the cruise ship and seen the crowds at the railway station and couldn’t resist a ride.

Fires bannned as big dry hits

By Cathie Bell Fire restrictions are in place from 8am tomorrow as authorities warn people to be careful using machinery in the open with the district drying out rapidly.

A restricted fire season is in place for the urban areas of Blenheim, Renwick, Seddon and Ward until further notice.

That means a fire permit from the council is required to light a fire in the open air.

However, Marlborough principal fire officer John Foley says there are unlikely to be

permits issued for big burns, and people should check the sites of any burnoffs they’ve had in the past few months, warning they could still be at risk of flaring up.

“I’ve seen smoke still coming off significant burns in the district. That sort of thing is going to give us grief over summer.”

Signs are going up tomorrow to warn people not to go into the upper reaches of the Wither Hills farm park during the heat of the day because of the danger of being caught up there in a fire.

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“There are very few escape routes up there.”

John says people need to be careful with any activity outside, whether smoking or operating machinery, as the district is drying out fast and any heat source can quickly become an uncontrollable fire.

He says there could be a total fire ban by Christmas.

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New World Blenheim staff Raj Dhiman, Gwen Cameron and Alexander Rangi with some of the prizes up for grabs tomorrow during the store’s annual Christmas Club Day. As well as prizes, Father Christmas will be instore from 9am - 6pm to greet customers and children.

There will be a free breakfast at 7am, a sausage sizzle from 11.30am - 2pm and live entertainment later in the afternoon.

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By Bill McElhinney “What about us?” long-time Ward resident Jim Devine asks.

Jim is brandishing a newsletter from NCTIR (North Canterbury Transport Infrastructure Recovery), the team working on restoring State Highway One. The newsletter reports that tickets have been issued to give Kaikoura residents a sneak peek of the changes and repairs to the closed section of the highway.

Four wheel drive buses are making trips to each worksite north of Half Moon Bay and back and more than 160 people have got tickets.

“That’s great for the Kaikoura folk,” Jim says, “but what about the people in Seddon, Ward, Clarence and Kekerengu?

“We’ve all been knocked around as much if not more than Kaikoura. We’d like to be offered trips as well.”

Jim, who has lived all his 78 years in Ward, started out as a cray fisherman and was also a deer farmer and fencing contractor before he retired.

“We would have loved to have been able to bring those living north of our Clarence checkpoint to see the construction progress before State Highway 1 opens,” Mike Seabourne, from NCTIR says.

“But due to the intensity of the construction activity north of Ohau Point we are unable to run bus trips through the northern end of the worksite. Crews are working 24 hours a day to complete repairs and upgrades before the road opening.

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“We are looking forward to opening the road for these communities and the rest of New Zealand on December 15.

“Due to the high demand to see the work ahead of the road opening, we have produced a ‘virtual tour’ video for anyone who would like to see what is happening behind the cordons. We hope to be able to share this soon.

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“The committee has been working closely with the council’s aquaculture group which is organising industry displays in Blenheim, tours of local factories and also a Mad Friday for mussel appreciation day, so keep an eye on our website for more information.”

The MC for the festival will be comedian Andre King and new to the lineup will be a strong man and strong woman competition.

“We will be bringing in athletes from around the country and it will be an opportunity for people to get involved,” Hans says.

Early bird tickets are on sale from today and are available through Ticketek.

By Celeste Alexander The headlining act for the 2018 Havelock Mussel Festival is New Zealand band The Black Seeds.

Festival co-ordinator Hans Nielson says this is ‘really good news’ and a big step up for the event.

The Havelock Mussel Festival will be held on Saturday, March 17 which coincides with Saint Patrick’s Day, and will be the 15th year it’s been held.

“We will have an Irish band performing to keep the St Pat’s day theme going.

“We also have a really cool week planned leading up to the festival which will make it even more exciting,” Hans says.

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Wizard tale features in dance show The magical tale of the wonderful Wizard of Oz will be brought to life on Friday and Saturday by youngsters from the Vanessa Bryant Studio of Dance.

Readers will remember the story: When a tornado rips through Kansas, Dorothy and her dog, Toto, are whisked away in their house to the magical land of Oz. They follow the Yellow Brick Road toward the Emerald City to meet the Wizard, and on the way they meet a Scarecrow that needs a brain, a Tin Man missing

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

Q: What do you think of the new Picton library?

Andrew Holl Picton

Helen Devlin Picton

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It’s a nice facility, not bad at all. But what about having the English name on the front as well?

We’ve had so much positive feedback about the new facility, people really love it.

It’s my first visit to the new library and I think it’s great. Everything is so well laid out.

I really love it, such great spaces with seats and lovely windows to let the light in. It’s great!

I’ve been a library member for years, and this is a really great facility for Picton.

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Dear Ed, Walter Hilhorst has got to be on another planet.

Trout to his mind are an introduced ‘pest’ but trout bring in a minimum of $90 million a year into Taupo alone.

An economic resource here in Nelson Marlborough with locals fishing plus wealthy tourists. And trout give recreational value and pleasure.

Native fish aren’t wiped out. I see native fish when fishing, e.g. cockabullides, inangas etc.

Habitat is the key to the health of a river and any fish. Dairy cows, pine trees with clear felling run-off, pollen dust and humans with effluents are the introduced ‘pests’.

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Still on trout Dear Ed, It is disappointing to read letters that are so ill-informed as that of Walter Hilhorst’s (Wed November 29).

Since the arrival of humans to this country there have been massive changes to an environment that was unique in the world, and the impact of trout is minor compared to most other effects of human occupation..

The impact of trout on some native species pales to insignificance compared to land clearance.

Mr Hilhorst talks of trout as predators but ignores the predatory effects of many other species.

Human interference with the environment, the worst of which are water extraction

from rivers, land development, intensive agriculture and declining water quality and quantity are the major causes of native fish decline.

The drive for irrigation schemes and intensive agriculture over the last two decades has resulted in the greatest environmental degradation since the late 19th century, and successive governments have been ‘sleep walking’ through it.

Mr Hilhorst criticizes Fish and Game for enhancing healthy outdoor activities and, ignores the fact that anglers licence fees have paid millions of dollars towards water quality protection.

Fish and Game have been leading the defense of water quality for two decades in

the absence of Government and Regional Councils doing their jobs.

Fish and Game operate under legislation set up by Parliament and trout have a legal status protected by that legislation.

All activities undertaken by Fish and Game are incorporated in a Management Plan approved by the Minister of Conservation and detailed in an annual Business Plan.

Significant resources go into providing a healthy outdoor activity for young and old, all financed by licence holders; no Government or ratepayers money is used and all necessary approvals are obtained before they are carried out.

Robin Blackmore Blenheim

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Christmas parade a hit in Blenheim

By Cathie Bell The annual Blenheim Christmas parade was a big hit with the crowds that gathered to watch the floats move through town.

The parade was held last Saturday afternoon, after the Mistletoe Market.

Organiser Katrina Lange, from Marlborough4Fun, says they were ‘really really pleased’ with the parade.

There were a lot more floats this year, she says, a good variety of them and some new ones they haven’t had before.

“The streets were just packed, it was lovely

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Katrina says a big part of why the parade was such a hit was the effort that people went to making good floats.

“They put so much effort into it, we really appreciate it.”

The first place-winner in the float category was the Air Training Corp’s Airbus, and second place was Plunket Marlborough’s Polar Express.

First place in the walker category was Marlborough Girl Guides.

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Sheira Hudson as the fairy and Siris Allott as the Jester in the Picton Little Theatre production of Snow White.

Family fun with Snow White and the Dwarfs at Picton

By Bill McElhinney It’s Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, but not quite as you know it.

“It’s based on the traditional British story of Snow White,” writer and director Gillian Allott says.

But Gillian has taken the story and given it a special Picton flavour, as well as injecting lots of humour into the show.

Gillian, who teaches maths and digital technology at Queen Charlotte College, has written and directed five previous plays, but this is the first pantomime she has done.

“Pantomime involves lots of jokes, slapstick and audience

participation,” Gillian says. “It’s good family fun.

“Some of the jokes are directed at the adults and some of the more slapstick comedy is for the children. There will even be the traditional pie in the face!”

The all-Picton cast of 17 includes a good number of Queen Charlotte College students, Gillian says.

This pantomime follows on from the success of the Picton Little Theatre production last year, Cinderella.

Snow White opens on Friday and runs until Sunday with performances at 7.30pm and a matinee on Saturday at 3pm.

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It’s the perfect opportunity for the Marlborough community to come together to celebrate all things Christmas, and has something for all ages to enjoy.

Take along your own picnic, blankets and seating and settle in for a relaxing evening, or treat yourself to a sausage sizzle or one of the mouth watering selections from the surrounding food sites.

Mr Whippy will be onhand with his icecream and sweet treats as well as a coffee cart for hot drinks.

Admission is free, however donations will be taken for the local hospital chaplaincy.

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Christmas in the Park an evening for all The committee behind the popular annual Christmas in the Park has been working hard behind the scenes to bring you an event the whole family can enjoy.

Christmas in the Park is brought to you by the Blenheim Ministers Association, along with major sponsors, and has been a well supported event on the Marlborough calendar for a

number of years.

Committee member Lorraine Milmine is one of many who have put in their time and energy to organise everything from entertainment through to co-ordinating carparking.

Asked what would be some of the highlights this year, Lorraine says ‘definitely the performers’.

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All roadworthy motorcycles are welcome to join in the Toy Run this Saturday. Have fun dress up or decorate in Christmas theme.

Cheyne Pharland and Georgia Appo were volunteering for the Salvation Army and collecting toys for last year’s Toy Run.

Vintage, modern and three-wheeled motorcycles - you name it and you might just see it on the roads this coming Saturday.

The Marlborough Branch of the Ulysses Club is holding its annual Toy Run and is inviting the public to join in, enjoy the ride and help to collect toy donations for the Salvation Army.

The Toy Run began nearly a decade ago, collecting thousands of gifts from the community and creating a sense of camaraderie among riders.

The very first ride was organised by Jane Laing, Al Harper, and Pete Rickerby, and 150 motorcycle riders took part.

Over the past few years, the number of riders ranged between 80 and 120 and have been all ages. Grandparents and children, couples and even pet owners with their dogs

have turned up for the Toy Run. This year organisers Tim and Melissa Wills are hoping to attract as many riders.

“Anyone with a legal motorcycle or scooter is encouraged to come along. It’s a lot of fun and for a good cause,” they say.

Riders are to meet at the Woodbourne Tavern, Renwick at 12noon before leaving at 1pm. The public can drop off toy donations to the Salvation Army van where volunteers will be on hand to gratefully accept them.

They will also follow the ride and can stop to collect toys from people along the way.

The ride will finish at the Blenheim School where a barbecue will be cooking up sausages for a gold coin donation.

The public is welcome to go to Blenheim School to check out of the motorcycles and make a toy donation.

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Father Christmas, lots of elves, and a good many others were celebrating the festive season in Blenheim with the annual Christmas Parade, which was a big hit despite the nearly 30 degree heat.

Blenheim Lions Club Mistletoe Market

The annual market, in its 40th year, attracted a big crowd of bargain hunters on a hot and sunny Saturday morning.

Ahi and Emily Thompson, Raoi Brown-Harrison, Toby and Willow Baker were looking forward to the parade starting.

Girl Guides Amelia Rowe and Jaime Randall, enjoying the Christmas Parade.

SPCA volunteers Suzanne Docherty, Jennifer Gebbie and Lisa Sweetman at the Mistletoe Market.

Christmas Parade enthusiasts Pat York and Denise Winstanley.

Ross Frater took son Alex to the Mistletoe Market.

Blenheim Lions Stuart Tapp, Tania Silcock and Geoff Brown were busy at the Mistletoe Market.

Phoebe Leov making lovely music at the Mistletoe Market.

Rarangi firefighters Scott Henry and Andy Luffman were collecting at the Mistletoe Market.

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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.

death notices MARTYN, Betty (of Blenheim): On Wednesday November 29 2017, passed away - now at peace.

Aged 76 years. Beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother; and friend to all who knew her.

Messages may be sent to Lal Martyn, 62 Mangawhero Road, Matamata 3400. In accordance with Betty’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place at the Sowman Crematorium.

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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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EARNSHAW, Rona: Passed away peacefully at Ashwood Park Retirement Village on Saturday December 2 2017. Aged 90 years. Loved wife of the late Alby, loved mother and mother-in-law of Dallas and Gill, Suzanne (Australia), and Peta and Trevor (Australia). A loved nana, great nana and great-great nana. Messages may be sent to the Earnshaw family, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Salvation Army would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to P O Box 417, Blenheim 7240. A funeral service for Rona will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets at 3pm on Monday December 11, followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.

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

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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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TIER, Terence John (Terry): Passed away on Friday December 1 2017, at Hospice Marlborough. Aged 74 years. Beloved father of Martyn, and Bronwyn. Loved grandad of Shiona, Anna, and Kai. Messages may be sent to the Tier family, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240. At Terry’s request, a private cremation has been held at the Sowman Crematorium.

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MARLBOROUGH Notice of Annual Public Meeting The Marlborough Electric Power Trust advises that it will be holding its Annual Public Meeting on Thursday 21st December 2017 at 10.00 am, to be held at the St John’s Building, 93 Seymour St, Blenheim.

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• Report on the operation of the Trust and the Company during the preceding financial year and on the financial statements of the Trust and the Company for the financial year ended 30 June 2017.

• Confirm appointment of auditor.

• Enable general public discussion and information to beneficiaries of the Trust.

In accordance with the governing Deed and S100 of the Electricity Industry Act 2010 the Trust’s Annual Reports and Financial Statements for the year ending 30 June 2017 will be available from 13th December 2017 at the offices of Blenheim Accounting Ltd, 36 Maxwell Rd, Blenheim (office hours 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday).

Brenda Munro Trust Secretary

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Notice is given under section 56(1)(b) of the Fire and Emergency New Zealand Act 2017 that a Restricted Fire Season is declared from 08:00am, Thursday 7 December 2017 in the following area(s) until revoked or amended by Fire and Emergency New Zealand:

• For the Marlborough District Council area south of the Wairau River including the area south of the Diversion and the area around and including Rarangi.

• For the Kaikoura District Council area south of the northern boundary and north of the Clarence River AND north of the southern boundary and south of the Kowhai River A permit is required to light a fire in open air in these areas. See www.checkitsalright.nz for types of fire which have been authorised as not being fires in open air and do not need a permit.

You commit an offence if you knowingly or recklessly light, or allow another person to light, a fire in open air in an area that is in a Restricted Fire Season unless under a permit issued by Fire and Emergency New Zealand and in accordance with any conditions of the permit. Any permits issued during a Restricted Fire Season are suspended if Fire and Emergency declares a Prohibited Fire Season, or prohibits fire in open air in the area.

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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.

Nelson Forests grows and processes timber in Nelson and Marlborough. We are looking for team members to join our modern and efficient Kaituna Sawmill, based west of Blenheim.

We offer a strong safety culture, our workplace is drug and alcohol free and we provide onsite training. If you are physically fit, take pride in producing a quality product and have a can do attitude contact us about joining our team. You must be legally able to work in NZ with all relevant Visas.

Please send a CV or register your interest by emailing: Kaituna.Admin@nelsonforests.com or call the Kaituna Office for an application form on 03 572 8921.

KITCHEN ASSISTANT This is a four-on/four-off rotating roster 4pm - 8pm.

You will be responsible for helping with the evening meal as well as the cleaning service which follows this.

Please call at reception for an application or email ross@ashwoodpark.co.nz

Vegetable Processors We are now taking applications for honest and reliable staff to work in our Vegetable Processing Department, starting early January 2018, on all shifts.

Applications close Monday 11/12/17

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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John Foley Principal Rural Fire Officer Marlborough Kaikoura District

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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 • Clear pre-employment screening: 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.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Please call the number provided and leave details outlining your skills and experience.

Please call 027 595 8560

Available shift times are 6am to 6pm and 6pm to 6am.

Overtime rates paid after 40 hours.

Machine Operator LAUNDRY POSITION FULL TIME

We have a vacancy for a trainee Bagging Machine Operator, to run our bagging machines in our Frozen Vegetable Department.

This is a four-on/four-off rotating roster 8am – 4pm.

You will be responsible for the smooth operation of our laundry service and maintaining high standards of service.

Please call at reception for an application or email ross@ashwoodpark.co.nz

While some mechanical ability would be an advantage, you will need to be people oriented and have good numerical skills. Full training will be provided.

Suitable applicants should be experienced in electronic stock management systems, physically fit and able to work with minimal supervision.

Applications close Monday 11/12/17

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 fulltime or part-time.

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Working with our clients is a busy role but very rewarding, working alongside a fun team of individuals.

Available shift times are 6am to 6pm and 6pm to 6am.

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Don’t forget our Christmas appeal!

We are inviting people to bring run date position sort donations cost (excl gst) on non perishable food items for the Wed 6 Dec Sits Vacant $237.30 Marlborough Community Foodbank to the Sun office in High Street.

Wed 6 Dec Sits Vacant $217.50 We are also collecting for the Marlborough SPCA so pet food for cats and dogs is also welcome.

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All go on the harbour’s waters

By Cathie Bell The regionals sailing regatta run by Queen Charlotte Yacht Club last weekend saw several local sailors succeed and a great weekend for all.

Club rear commodore Christel Hopkins says there was ‘wind, plenty of sunshine, a great assortment of boats and some awesome sailing’.

The club’s sailors were joined by a large group of Nelson sailors and also a few from Timaru, she says.

Saturday’s conditions were perfect with 10-15 knot northwesterly winds, Christel says. The Rainbow and Green Optimist fleet sailed in front of the club, while all the other fleets battled it out on the racing area of the Interislander regatta.

“With 14 yachts inner Harbour and 45 outside, divided over 10 classes, it was a busy time for the race organisation and support boat crew. “ Christel says Jasper Hopkins had a great result in the Lasers category and is off to Nationals in January.

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Ian seventh in world champs Spring Creek man Ian Woolley has completed the World Ploughing Championships in Kenya at the weekend and placed seventh in the conventional class.

The USA took first place in this category followed by Ireland and Denmark.

Fellow New Zealand competitor Bob Mehrtens took second place in the reversible class, losing out to Ireland.

Sheat sets record Marlborough Girls’ College sprinter Lucy Sheat set a new national record and personal best time over 100m at the New Zealand schools track and field champs on Sunday.

The 18-year-old beat her previous 100m personal best of 11.68 at Kennedy Park in Hastings by recording 11.59 in the final and breaking a long-standing record for the event.

Marlborough Boys’ College sprinter Alex Dawson finished third in the senior boys 100m final, in a time of 11.03.

Jasper Hopkins getting ready to race on Saturday. Photo provided.

Ella Wilcox from the club took the South Island title in the P-Class races, and while the club was missing its best Starling sailor, Emily Overend, and the two Cowley boys of the club, Oliver and Suede,

sailed easily to first and second placings.

Club sailor River Hopkins placed a close second in the Optimist Open category, with Louie Poletti not in his usual form placing fourth, Christel says.

Harrier Club summer run

It was great to see the enthusiasm of the Green and Rainbow fleet sailors, she says, with the Amos girls taking places 1st, 2nd and 3rd in the Rainbow fleet and George Lindstrom from QCYC taking first

in the Green fleet.

“We got some competitive and fun racing in on the weekend, but the whole atmosphere from the morning breakfasts to prize giving was priceless.”

The Marlborough Harrier Club summer runners, Megan’s run: Meet at Whitehead Park, Brooklyn Drive, for a comfortable run/walk.

These runs are non-competitive and are made as enjoyable as possible.

Join in and run all events or just the ones you want to.

The cost is $2 per week or $20 for the season (families $25 for the season).

For further enquiries contact Bill and Julie 572-9792.

Cycling club draw The Marlborough Red Devils Cycling Club draw for Thursday: Trail Blazers, 4pm-5pm Athletic Park.

For kids three to10 years old who love playing on their bikes. Track racing, 6pm Athletic Park, $5 seniors $3 juniors.

Sunday, 8am at the Railway Station.

Social ride, 30-40km. Suitable for anyone returning to cycling.

Tuesday Dec. 12: Time trial 15km and 25km. Meet at Fairhall Hall, 5.45pm for sign on, 6.15pm start. All welcome. $5 seniors, $3 juniors.

Give golf a go

Brooklyn Croquet Club members enjoy a Mr Whippy ice-cream break during a recent crazy hat themed fun day. The day also included a number of games of “handicapped” golf croquet as well as some more unusual croquet related contests, and a lunch time barbecue. Members entered into the spirit and all, even though a little cold, had a most enjoyable day, club member Peter Burt says.

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You can give golf a go at The Blenheim Golf Club, Pollard Park, tomorrow evening at 6.30pm.

All equipment is provided and club members will be on hand to help and advise.

Please wear flat soled shoes.

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She enjoyed it so much she became a fully qualified teacher and now, after 33 years, ‘Mrs E’ as the pupils call her, is about to leave a job she has loved.

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