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Country fun Build a scarecrow for the Rapaura fair

By Bill McElhinney The popular Rapaura School Country Fair is having a ‘Build a Scarecrow’ competition as part of this year’s event.

“A scarecrow has long been the mascot of our Country Harvest Fair and is as well-known as our famous crazy trailer rides,” Angela Wentworth, from Friends of Rapaura School, says.

“We want people to get into the spirit of it and build a scarecrow to bring along on the day,” Angela says.

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Rapaura School pupils Rose Coles, left, Audrey Hall, Paige Wentworth and Freja Broughton want people to enter the scarecrow competition at the upcoming school country fair.

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Country harvest fair comes to Rapaura Continued from page 1 Some of the older generation may be inspired to come as a Worzel Gummidge, the walking, talking scarecrow character in British children’s fiction who originally appeared in a series of books that were adapted for radio and television a number of times, most successfully with former Dr Who actor Jon Pertwee.

“One of our pupils, Audrey Hall, has already built a cou-

Will there be a Worzel Gummidge at the Rapaura Country Fair?

ple of scarecrows with the help of her family,” Angela says.

“The harvest fair is a great

Rapaura tradition and has been going for years. It’s our biggest fundraiser and really helps the school. Last year we raised between $25,000 - $30,000.”

Angela, who helps run the school’s edible gardens, is organising the day with the help of other parents.

“There will be plenty of farm fresh produce such as apples and corn,” Angela says.

“We have a food court and country cafe, cake stalls,

lemon heaven, silent auctions and the white elephant stall.

“There will be second-hand books, quick fire raffles on our chocolate wheel, the ever popular crazy trailer rides.

We haves games for the kids, animals to pet, bouncy castles and even a line dancing display.

“It will be lots of fun.”

The fair is being held on the school grounds in Hammerichs Road on Saturday, March 3, from 10am to 2pm.

Step out and have some fun!

By Bill McElhinney Blenheim blokes who think they’ve got two left feet could easily learn that they do have one of each.

And if they’re single, they could also meet some ladies who can help them with their coordination.

“We’re starting up our popular learn to dance classes soon,” Sally Tringham, from the Top of the South Rock ‘n Roll Club, says.

“We had 50 people come along last year. Some were people who had come the previous year and just wanted to refresh their moves, but most of the rest were beginners.

“We’ve got a lot of ladies, so we’d like some more men to come along.

“It’s a confidence thing for men, I suspect. Many of them think they can’t dance, that they’ve got two left feet, but there are only three basic dance steps to learn.

“After a few lessons, we can help you to look fantastic on the dance floor!”

Stepping out: Beginners classes are starting up soon at the Top of the South Rock 'n Roll Club.

The club has over 110 members covering all age groups, Sally says.

“We’ve got people ranging in age from 14 to 86, but most are middle aged,” Sally says.

“We get together on Thursday nights from 7pm downstairs at the Clubs of Marlborough.

“The focus is on fun, camara-

derie and great 50’s 60’s dance music that you can’t help but want to dance to.”

The next classes start on March 17 and run every Thursday for six weeks.

“We welcome everyone, singles, couples or families, no matter what their ability, to join us on a Thursday night and see

what we can teach you,” Sally says.

“We’ve got some great instructors. Just make sure you wear some shoes with slippery, shiny soles and comfy clothes. You’ll meet some great people and have lots of fun!”

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Eyes wide shut

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By Bill McElhinney You could say Robert King is a living work of art. Tattoo art.

Over the years Robert, 67, has had every part of his body tattooed except his feet.

Even his eyelids, which is a bit unsettling, because until you get to know him, you couldn’t tell if he was looking at you or not.

Robert, who was born and raised in Blenheim, worked in the railways and got his first tattoo in his early twenties.

His daughter, Emma Martin-King, was a tattoo artist with a studio in Christchurch and over the years Robert visited to get his art work extended.

“The first one I got was on my back,” Robert says.

“Then I just kept going back and getting Emma to add some more.

“Eventually I had my whole body done, back and front, arms, legs and head.”

Did it hurt, especially getting his eyelids done?

“Not really,” Robert says. “And I got them done for free!”

After working in a Marlborough vineyard, Robert moved to Australia and spent 10 years in Brisbane working in a car factory

State Highway 1 between Blenheim and Christchurch is open again following a crash at the entrance of the Parititahi Tunnel on Wednesday morning which closed the highway between Peketa and Goose Bay. A truck driver towing a crane crashed into the tunnel, causing the closure of the highway south of Kaikoura.

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Robert King has had nearly every part of his body tattooed...

and the Dole pineapple canning plant.

He moved back to Christchurch when Emma became ill and eventually passed away.

He then returned to Blenheim

...even his eyelids. This is Robert with his eyes shut.

where he has three sisters, Jenny Mortimer, Valerie Leask and Nannette Wood.

Being covered in tattoos has attracted a lot of looks, but little conversation.

“People look, but then they don’t talk to me,” Robert says.

“Maybe they’re scared, but they shouldn’t be. I wouldn’t hurt anyone.”

Pests a problem

Reassurance on Picton water supply

By Glenise Dreaver Steve Rooney, Marlborough District Council’s Operations and Maintenance Engineer, says recent concerns about leakage from Picton water hydrants are unfounded.

“We actually don’t have as much leakage as in other places. I suspect that because

we have eight pressure loggers on hydrants around Picton at the moment, there is some leakage from the hydrants. “When the loggers are screwed on they are not always a good seal and there can be a minor dribble.”

The loggers, which will be removed next week, are put there to measure water pressure on periods of high demand,

New Zealand Post and Kiwibank are encouraging people to donate to the New Zealand Red Cross emergency appeal to help communities affected

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Red Cross is supporting local Red Cross teams on the ground through their Pacific Disaster Fund, helping to provide practical support including emergency shelter, water and sanitation supplies.

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“And they are also used to verify existing data on our water supply network model,” Steve said.

He reassured Picton residents that the loggers do not affect fire service access to the mains.

“We notify the fire service where they are and they can unscrew them if required.”

The Marlborough District Council wants public feedback on its regional pest management proposal to tackle invasive species threatening the region.

“We want to continue dealing with invasive species like nassella tussock, boneseed and moth plant, but also to turn our attention to less wellknown harmful organisms which have the potential to become major problems,” biosecurity coordinator Jono Underwood says.

“To have your say on the RPMP Proposal, please go online and fill out a submission form.”

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Home buying help A new website to help consumers make good decisions when buying or selling property has been welcomed by Consumer NZ. The Real Estate Authority has launched settled.govt.nz as a source of information and guidance for homebuyers and sellers.

According to the authority’s latest survey, just two out of five Kiwis are confident the real estate industry is professional. About one in five is confident it is transparent.

Exporting advice The Marlborough Research Centre is running an Exporting Made Easier workshop at 3pm on Tuesday at the centre in Budge Street.

The programme will include an interactive panel discussion with the panel presenters.

In liquidation A North Canterbury wine company facing fraud charges has been placed in liquidation.

The Waipara-based company, Southern Boundary Wines Ltd, and three directors have filed not guilty pleas to all charges and elected trial by jury. The case has been adjourned for six weeks to May 9.

The charges against the company include making a false statement about the vintage and area of origin of wine in an application for an export eligibility statement.

Only the best for Olympian Winter Olympic figure skater Adam Rippon’s celebration of the United States’ bronze medal in the team competition will have a distinctly Marlborough flavour.

The veteran skater told ABC’s Good Morning America that when the competition was done and he headed home to celebrate, the first thing he was going to do was buy a bottle of Oyster Bay sauvignon blanc “immediately”.

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Three salmon farms get go ahead to move

By Bill McElhinney Three Marlborough Sounds salmon farms operated by New Zealand King Salmon can be relocated to help improve the environment.

An independent advisory panel, which included Blenheim-based commissioner Ron Crosby, has released a report which recommends relocating three of the farms.

The panel considered submissions and public hearings on a proposal to relocate up to six King Salmon farms to more sustainable sites.

It said relocating the three farms would allow the company to improve the environment by reducing the effects on the seabed, and improving fish health without sacrificing jobs or profits.

The farms are currently in Otanerau Bay, Waihinau Bay, and Ruakaka Bay. The panel did not recommend

Three King Salmon farms are to move to more sustainable sites. relocating the other three farms because of navigational safety concerns and cultural factors.

If the three new farms go ahead, consents for farms at Waihinau, Otanerau and Ruakaka Bay will be surrendered.

Company chief executive Grant

Rosewarne says he is delighted that the report supports the growing recognition that aquaculture plays a key role in sustainably feeding the planet. “ We h o p e t o wo r k w it h Government, council and the community to progress this

proposal,” Grant says.

Fisheries Minister Stuart Nash says he will consider the panel’s report and further advice from the Ministry for Primary Industries, but a decision on the relocation proposal is not likely to be made until the second half of the year.

Whale replicas project excites Councillors are excited by a proposal to build lifesize replica whales to be put at the entrance to Tory Channel.

The Guardians of the Sounds group are keen to build on the whaling history of the Marlborough Sounds, and have proposed putting a lifesize humpback whale at the restored Perano whaling station, near the Cook Strait entrance of Tory Channel.

The 15 mtre-long humpback whale could be joined by a 33 metre-long blue whale as well.

The replicas are part of a push to get the area recognised as a whale heritage site by the World Cetacean Alliance, the first in New Zealand.

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The 15 metre-long humpback metre-long blue whale. chairman Paul Keating has asked the Marlborough District Council to use part of a carpark in Picton to build the replica humpback whale.

This was approved by councillors at last week’s assets and services

whale could be joined by a 33 committee meeting, with many saying they found the project exciting.

Marlborough mayor John Leggett says he is ‘really supportive’ of the project.

“I think it’s an outstanding opportunity, with long term benefits.”

Councillor Jenny Andrews says the project sounds ‘brilliant’, especially as it plans to raise funds through sponsorship and is not asking for a dollar of council money. “ S o m e t h i ng l i k e t h a t o n Marlborough’s most accessible waterway would be excellent.”

Paul says he is pleased with the support.

He emphasised there is a long way to go yet before the model is put in place at the Perano whaling station in Tory Channel.

The group is working with Te Papa and the Department of Conservation to develop the proposal, he says.

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

Blenheim Musical Theatre celebrates centenary

Neighbourhoods get ready

Mayor John Leggett joined Blenheim Musical Theatre supporters to celebrate the group's 100 years of presenting mu-

Neighbourhood Support Marlborough recently helped the Woodbourne community organise a street party to launch their Neighbourhood Support group.

sical stage shows - a record that makes it the second oldest theatre group in the country.

The biggest threat to the safety of our communities is a natural disaster.

Living in an earthquake zone and on a coastal floodplain where hot summers can bring fires, our communities need to be ready for anything.

We all need to be prepared because, in the immediate hours and days after an event, we are likely depend on each other before outside help can reach us.

Have your say on pests Public feedback is sought on the Regional Pest Management Plan (RPMP) to tackle invasive species threatening our region.

The work of Council’s Biosecurity Team is guided by its new Biosecurity Strategy www.marlborough.govt.nz/ environment/biosecurity/aboutbiosecurity-what-we-do and the Regional Pest Management Plan is an important part of that.

It sets out objectives for the next decade, or more, for specific pest programmes in Marlborough.

It’s proposed to continue the important work of dealing with nassella tussock, boneseed and moth plant, but also to turn attention to less familiar harmful organisms which have the potential to become major problems if ignored.

There is, for example, a proposed programme to exclude wallabies from Marlborough and new plans to manage invasive plants like rough horsetail and woolly nightshade.

Decisions about the way this work will be funded will be made during Council’s Long Term Plan consultation process in April.

Be sure to have your say on both the contents of the Regional Pest Management Plan Proposal and the

Applications for financial assistance by way of grants under the Creative Communities Local Arts Scheme are now being invited by Marlborough District Council.

The scheme supports and encourages local communities to create and present diverse opportunities for accessing and participating in arts activities within the Marlborough community. funding decisions which underpin it. www.marlborough.govt.nz/ environment/biosecurity/regionalpest-management-strategy-review/ stage-2-rpmp-proposal-material Submissions on the RPMP Proposal close 5.00 pm Friday 23 March 2018.

The opening date for Long Term Plan submissions is 5 April.

Applications can be completed online by going to Council’s website http://bit.ly/MarlboroughCCS Applications close 5.00pm 28 February 2018.

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

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

the Blenheim area, while the Marlborough Sounds has a strong network administered by local residents’ associations.

If your neighbourhood is not covered and you’d like to know how to get one started, contact: Sharaine Steenberg Neighbourhood Support Marlborough Co-ordinator 027 578 0306 or email sharaine.steenberg@ marlborough.govt.nz

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Older travellers heading overseas or on a long holiday away from home are wise to plan ahead. Check in with your GP and dentist well beforehand. Ask your GP for a letter outlining any significant medical history - including the dosages and generic names of your medicines.

Discuss prevention of leg clots with your doctor.

Get prescriptions for medication for any existing medical conditions and carry it in your cabin luggage. Be aware that some medications (eg; Insulin) can deteriorate in the heat; store them in a cool vacuum flask.

Travelling through multiple time zones can be a challenge for people who need to monitor their medication level frequently, like diabetics and those who need careful monitoring of a heart

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Take a spare pair of glasses and your glasses prescription or enough contact lens solution for the whole journey.

Wear a medic-alert bracelet if you have one and take spare batteries for hearing aids.

Older people who are overweight or have heart or diabetes problems are less tolerant of heat; in a hot climate take care with extra fluids. Beware of stomach upsets; know how to treat diarrhoea and constipation. Ensure you have travel insurance covering pre-existing conditions.

Get as fit and healthy as possible before you go - travelling is often hard work!

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The Sun Slow down passing rural buses This is a pet peeve of mine... but when will motorists get it through their heads that when you are passing a school bus that has stopped on rural roads to pick up, or drop of children... you slow down to 20km/h when passing.

This includes when you are driving on a 100km stretch!

You may be impatient to get to your destination, but how would you feel if you hit and killed a child because you couldn’t take 1 minute to slow down while passing.

Imagine the family of a child injured or killed being told that you were the motorist who flouted the law!

Please please slow down.

Bill English

Re: missing cats

What a hypocrite.

Labour have inherited terrible headaches from nine years of Nationals robbing Peter to pay all their round table mates with tax breaks.

In Spring Creek a man had a wire cat cage by his door set up to catch cats... his landlord was told and he was required to move it, he has since moved.

Probably into Blenheim, by the number of cats missing.

People with missing cats check your neighbours, even when they do say “no we haven’t seen your cat.”

He’s somewhere!

Well done council Thank you council, for making more car parks available at the Monro Street entry to Taylor River Park!

Re: Learner drivers Well it just goes to show the impatience and lack of care by licensed drivers toward learner drivers is unreal.

Get a life you to were once a learner.

Don’t tailgate... be patient, assist our learners!

As for learner drivers, what about the middle-aged couple tooting and over taking my daughter in the 50km zone in Renwick, and with a L plate showing .... rude !

Equality We are all getting fed up about so called equality, yes if a woman does exactly the same as a man then the pay should be equal.

If not then no.

Also if we want to talk equality, let’s talk family courts, child support, family assistance, as in the fact it’s ok for woman to hit me and make comments about men’s bodies.

What’s the difference?!

Stop at stop signs It’s amazing the number of drivers who don’t acknowledge road signs and nearly cause accidents - specifically the STOP signs at Cleghorn and Weld Streets.

Sadly those who can’t read the signs are the ones who won’t see, or can’t read this message!

Bad driving

Grape jobs The local grape growers should pay close attention to the Sunday Times article on employing older workers.

Bad parking I am amazed at the amount of drivers in Blenheim who park on footpaths, too lazy to park properly on the road and walk another two or three metres .

Think of mothers with prams/kids and mobility scooters, lazy.

Hey driver of white van 5.10pm Wednesday, February 7th.. . that was really dangerous pulling out from Talleys Old Renwick Road into too fast on-coming traffic.

Lucky the driver you cut in front of had good brakes and swerving skills.

And then you drove very wobbly down the road.

I hope you weren’t drunk.

Children’s activities You’re right this is Blenheim, where children and dogs are not welcome.

Not in the real world I just read Paula Bennett’s cartoon in Marlborough Express from last Friday.

She lives in la la land.

Never want to see her back in power.

So called charity shop I went into a so called charity shop today to buy a casserole dish for a dollar. “Thats three dollars” she said.

“No, thats a dollar” I said. She said “the lid is a dollar, the bowl is two dollars”. I said “according to the consumer guarantees act you have to sell it as advertised”!

“We’re a charity” she said.

No you’re not! Do you charge money?

You are not a charity!

You receive charitable gifts!

You may give to charity but I doubt it.

You are a business, you are not a charity!

You charge money like any other business.

Except a real business labels their products as a whole, like a normal business would!

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Well done!

Well done Yvonne Watson.

First woman home for the 10km walk in the Masters in Dunedin, also first home in her age group, then does the same again in the 5km walk.

Four golds coming back to Marlborough.

Congratulations.

Amazing woman.

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Plastic bags I see a local supermarket are now individually plastic bagging their loose bakery items.

Isn’t this a backwards step for a supermarket that started pay for checkout bags?

I assume someone has complained about the hygiene of having loose items but is this the answer?

Kiwi’s deserve jobs

In regards to ‘no work’ to the people saying any Kiwi can go to the vineyards and get a job straight away, they are so wrong!

I’m a 33 year old female (Kiwi) from Blenheim who has been looking for vineyard work for weeks (I have a few years of vineyard experience), every advert I see on indeed/trademe say they won’t hire me because I have to be staying at a backpackers!

It gets worse My friend even rang them and they told her no Judith Collins firing shots blaming Jacinda over because she was not staying at the backpackers decision to axe charter schools. and wouldn’t give her the contractors number.

National did not listen to parents when Hekia Also me and my two Kiwi friends applied at the was in full flight. garlic factory to find out three weeks later they Judith Collins wouldn’t know the meaning of the only hired backpackers that only just applied for the job! word compassion.

So you are horribly mistaken if you think any Kiwi can get a job straight away, you obviously have no idea!

Renters with cats One solution to reducing the population of stray cats in Blenheim is for more landlords to allow renters to have pets.

If people can’t have a cat when they relocate they might leave theirs behind to fend for itself.

Responsible people will ensure a cat does not damage the house and they are good company.

No work, what ignorance?

Have you seen the ads in the paper, most vineyards are now asking for at least three years experience before they will even look at hiring you, so yes it’s not that simple anymore.

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WEEK Lasse Lange with his wife Kirsten and 11-month-old daughter Lykke.

German student revisits his “second home” in Picton

By Bill McElhinnery Lasse Lange from Hamburg has brought his family all the way from Germany to see a part of New Zealand that he calls his “second home”.

Lasse was an international student at Queen Charlotte College in 1995 and has fond memories of his time in the seaside town and studying at the college.

“I am from the second largest city in Germany, so it was a bit of a shock to arrive in Picton,” Lasse says.

“But the small, friendly community meant that I was not an international student, but a Queen Charlotte College student from Germany.

“I got to know everyone in the community, embraced the culture, and learnt so much. I was invited to join the cricket, rowing, ski and sailing teams - something that I would not have experienced studying in a larger city.”

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Yeehaw... rodeo coming to town

By Celeste Alexander Rodeo... it’s the ultimate contest between man and beast and all of this action will take place at Tua Marina on Sunday, February 25.

It’s that time of year when the Tuamarina Rodeo and Vintage Machinery puts on its annual event. What’s special about it is that it’s the 69th consecutive year it’s been held and the organising committee has worked hard to put together a great lineup of entertainment, food and family friendly fun.

Committee member and retired rodeo rider Terry Reed says there will be everything from children’s dress up competitions, carnival rides and vintage machinery displays, through to the main attraction - bucking bulls and broncs.

“This rodeo is the only charitable one in the country where we put all the proceeds back into the community. It’s about creating a fun day out for families while helping out the community,” he says.

Terry first started rodeo

Lodge to host open day

Retired rodeo rider Terry Reed at the 2008 Tua Marina Rodeo riding saddle bronc where he came in second place. Photo provided.

riding at age 16 after being ‘dared’ in an all-comers day in Rangiora. He was bucked off by the bronc he rode, but says from that moment he was hooked.

He rode up until 1989 before stopping to concentrate on his work as a motorcycle mechanic, but after moving to Marlborough in 2000 he took it up again. In 2010 he retired from the rodeo but remains involved with the local committee.

On average around $2500 is raised by the

Tuamarina Rodeo for charities each year and the committee estimates over $200,000 has been given back to the community.

“We have a fantastic and incredibly hardworking committee that is focused on supporting the community where it can,” Terry says.

Located on Thomas’s Road with signposts leading from State Highway One, the gates open at 11am and the action in the arena will kick off

at noon. Soon after the children’s dress up competition will be judged with spot prizes being awarded before the rodeo gets into full swing.

There will be plenty of food and drinks, wine and beer as well as Eftpos.

People are welcome to bring their own chairs, blankets and shade umbrellas.

Entry costs $5 for kids, $10 for adults and family passes are $25 for two adults and three kids.

Under fives are free.

By Celeste Alexander If you’ve heard of Avon Valley Lodge but not yet experienced it, there will be an open day next Friday, February 23.

It’s located around 30 minutes from Blenheim in a breathtaking, secluded location with surrounding hills and the Teme river catchment for the view.

Owned by Darren and Sarah Clifford, the lodge opened in March last year and has played host to a wide range of private functions.

It is fully equipped with equipment to present and display seminars and workshops, ideal for business functions and workshops, while the beautiful venue is perfect for weddings and private functions.

There is also the added bonus of the lodge’s sporting clay target course, long range rifle shooting, archery and knife throwing to add some fun and entertainment to any function.

Lodge manager Fraser Cooper says the open day will showcase the ‘uniquely Marlborough cor-

porate experience’, and encourages corporate businesses to go along and enjoy what’s on offer.

“We hosted a lot of Christmas parties and a number of groups and businesses which were really successful.

“So we wanted to showcase that the lodge is a unique location for anything from corporate hosting, staff functions and team building, through to product launches.

“We can also host vehicle testing events,” he says.

The lodge also provides the catering for events which can be a basic barbecue or a full on feast, cooked in the kiwi outdoor oven by the amazing kitchen team.

All of this will be on show next Friday with the lodge and shooting range being fully operational for guests to enjoy, and local cuisine served throughout the day.

The open day runs fron 11.30am - 4pm. To register your interest contact Fraser by emailing info@ avonvalleylodge.co.nz or phone 027 631 7172.

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Police report “Keep safe”

By community constable Russ Smith At about 2.15 am on Sunday morning a 29-year-old man was walking South on Scott Street in Blenheim, when he was approached by another two males. He was allegedly struck about the head in what appears to be an unprovoked assault.

The victim of the assault was left unconscious and was subsequently taken to Wairau Hospital by ambulance where he was treated for concussion.

Police are investigating the assault and are following a line of enquiry.

People are being advised to avoid walking alone in the small hours of the morning,

especially after they have been drinking. It’s safer to stay with a group of friends and to have public transport or a sober driver arranged for the trip home after a night out in town.

Drink drivers Three men were apprehended and processed for drink-driving last Sunday. A 33-year-old Blenheim man was stopped shortly after 8pm while driving on Nelson Street in Blenheim. He returned a breath-alcohol reading of 734 micrograms of alcohol per litre of breath.

Another man who initially refused to accompany Police for breath-testing, eventually blew 658 micrograms of alcohol per litre of breath. His driver’s licence was suspended by Police for 28 days.

A third man driving a rental car was processed for drink-driving after blowing 646 micrograms of alcohol per litre of breath. He subsequently gave a blood sample for analysis.

Police suggest that if you’re planning to drink alcohol, you arrange a safe alternative to driving a vehicle yourself, to ensure you get home after your night out.

The grandstand at A & P Park has been fenced off since it was found to be quake prone in 2011.

Time for quake-damaged grandstand to go The A&P Park grandstand is to be demolished and a new combined grandstand and administration building to be built in a better place in the park, if councillors get their way.

Councillors at last week’s assets and services committee directed staff to get costings on demolishing the earthquake-risk grandstand and advise on the process needed to get rid of a listed building in the district plan and a heritage building with Heritage New Zealand.

Council planner Linda Craighead says the grandstand, built in 1925, was assessed after the 2013 Seddon earthquakes at six per cent of the national building standard and it was cordoned off from the public then.

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It was assessed again after the 2016 Kaikoura earthquake and found to have no further deterioration, Linda says.

“That was a surprise to everyone really.”

Consultation about its future is under way with the Marlborough A&P Association, Marlborough Football, and Heritage NZ, she says.

Heritage NZ would like to retain it as there isn’t a lot of ‘built history’ in Marlborough.

Any decision to demolish needs a resource consent, public consultation, and permission from Heritage NZ. “There are a few hurdles to go through with that.”

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chairman Chris Bowron says the building, particularly the rooms underneath, is ‘not friendly’.

The rooms underneath the grandstand have no windows and are damp, he says.

Committee chairman Terry Sloan describes the grandstand as ‘a dog of a building’.

“Going forward...why throw good money after bad?”

Councillor Jamie Arbuckle agreed with him, saying the council should have an ‘eye to the future’, and supported demolition and building anew.

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What makes KITE unique is its ability to offer free tertiary courses to students wanting to upskill or transition to new work, while also using its charitable status to provide funding and support for countless community groups, chief executive Monique Gemmell says.

“The Maori values governing the institute create an effective working dynamic, where students and teachers are treated like family which make continuing education less daunting,” she says.

Last year KITE had over 300 students studying full and part time courses such

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KITE also unveiled its newly refurbished building on Sutherland Terrace last year, showcasing its three new classrooms, two furbished classrooms, a smaller employment room and a classroom and garage space for its new Cable Logging programme.

This was a welcome change for students who attended, enjoying all the comforts and amenities at their disposal.

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Monique and Sharon were both mothers at a young age and both struggled in their own rights, but with the support of their whanau they have become successful businesswomen.

In 2007 they both began their Masters of Maori Studies with Te Whare Wananga O Awanuiarangi which they will graduate from in April, as well as completing a Masters in Education at Victoria University.

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Trish and Terry Burtenshaw and Elliot Ham cut the 100th anniversary cake at the Blenheim Musical Theatre rooms on Monday evening.

Kevin and Jenny Andrews and Phil Hunnisett at the Musical Theatre celebration.

Blenheim Musical Theatre celebrating 100 years

By Bill McElhinney It took just 10 keen men to sow the seeds for the formation of what is now Blenheim Musical Theatre, which this year is celebrating 100 years of entertaining Marlburians.

The men had served overseas during World War I, and had experienced some of the popular shows in London.

When they returned to Blenheim, they felt there was enough local talent to begin staging live shows in the town.

A public meeting was advertised for the afternoon of Tuesday, February 12 1918, and 60 people came to the council chambers. Out of this meeting, the Blenheim Amateur Operatic Society was formed.

A variety show was staged to raise funds and the first major production, Gilbert and Sullivan’s “Gondoliers,” was staged in His Majesty’s Theatre, High Street, on May 7, 1918. Despite being a resounding success and receiving glowing reports the show was not

a financial success because of the cost of production.

Despite the advent of motion pictures, and then television, the Blenheim Amateur Operatic Society continued an almost unbroken run of staging popular shows, featuring a wealth of local talent both on and off stage.

In April 2006 the name was changed to Blenheim Musical Theatre to better reflect the style of musical productions being staged.

“As the second oldest musical

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theatre society in New Zealand, Blenheim Musical Theatre is proud to have brought so much musical pleasure to the Marlborough Community over many years,” president Viv Patchett says.

The society kicked off their centenary celebrations on Monday evening with a cocktail party at their Lakings Road rooms.

An anniversary cake was cut by society life members Trish and Terry Burtenshaw and young Elliot Ham whose grandfather, Bert Ham,

was the society’s musical director for many years.

Elliot and his father, Mark, are both appearing in the upcoming production of Mary Poppins.

Rehearsals are continuing for what promises to be a spectacular show.

Mary Poppins opens in the ASB Theatre on April 20 and runs until May 5.

Urgent care centre ‘flat-out’ The urgent care centre set up to reduce the pressure on Marlborough general practices has been ‘amazingly busy’ since it opened.

Marlborough Primary Health Organisation chief executive Beth Tester says in December, the centre had 1500 patients through, and from January 1 to January 31, it had 1609 people through.

“Certainly the DHB is pleased. In December, the emergency department had 200 less presentations, and in January, 300 fewer.”

PHO board member Deon Claasens says the difference has been felt at general practices as well.

Beth agrees, saying that people say they feel they can ring their GP and get in to see them.

The urgent care centre at Wairau Hospital, which opened on December 4, was set up to enable seasonal workers and those on the

Recognised Seasonal Employer scheme to get their healthcare there, freeing up GP practices’ books for residents.

Beth says accessing primary healthcare is ‘a challenge’ in Marlborough as most GPs have closed their books to new patients and there are between 200 and 300 people who can’t enrol with a doctor.

Contractors with RSE workers are ‘really delighted’, she says, and about 130 RSE workers have used the clinic so far.

The centre, next to the Wairau Hospital Emergency Department, replaces the after-hours GP clinic and is open 8am until 8pm seven days a week.

Patients under 13 are free.

She says the Urgent Care Centre is available for patients with non-life threatening, short-term illnesses or health problems who cannot see a GP.

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Aaron now works alongside owners Matt and Kate Franken, and Alhana Clendon.

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this week with Wally Richards Citrus trees are a common fruit tree for gardeners, they grow in most areas in open ground or in containers with protection during winter.

Citrus trees cross very easily which has over many years created lots of types.

The following are some citrus available from Nurseries in New Zealand that are a bit different: From www.subtropica.co.nz/ (Note catalog is closed for this season open later in the year) you can find; CITRUS Buddha’s Hand Citron The fruit is named for its resemblance to a many-fingered hand, and is truly weird looking. A great talking point in the garden. The tree is medium-sized and highly aromatic and the fruit can be used for candied peel.

CITRUS Cipo Pineapple Orange, An attractive weeping tree

that produces large fruit with a slight pineapple tang ready from July till November, after most other citrus have finished fruiting.

Ideal for planting along a fence or retaining wall. Grafted variety CITRUS Kaffir Lime, This is the lime whose leaves are used in Thai cooking. Wonderfully aromatic, they will give an authentic flavour to Asian meals, or use them in place of lemon peel in casseroles and stews.

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CITRUS Kaipara Lemon, This heirloom variety [also known as Maori lemon] has juicy, knobbly lemons that can be eaten skin and all. They are cutting - grown plants and will bear fruit after 2 - 3 years.

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ange-Very tasty, sweet and juicy.

The fruit has a characteristic red blush on the outside and the inside.

Matures Sept - Nov. Grafted onto dwarfing rootstock so the plant will only grow to about half the usual size, with all the fruit.

Ideal for containers or open ground.

CITRUS Tahitian Lime - This is the Bears variety of Tahitian lime. It produces loads of tangy limes and is a reliable fruiter in our climate. Ideal for growing in a container or hothouse, but will do well outdoors as well. Matures April-Sept.

From the Incredible edible nursery we have a number of citrus that have been breed in New Zealand and are available by order from most garden centres.

Citrus Cipo Orange, Large orange fruit with a few seeds but very juicy and sweet.

Habit - This weeping standard, moderately vigorous with a few thorns has a densely compact habit. Ideal for container or the small garden. Size - 1.5m x 1.5m.

Pollination - Self-fertile. Grafted trees start bearing 2-4 years after planting. Harvest - Long harvest from July to November.

Citrus KiwiCitrus Gold ™, Habit - Attractive evergreen shrub originally selected as a commercial variety. Bred in New Zealand for New Zealand conditions.

Size - Growing to the size of 3 x 2 metres Pollination - Self-fertile. Grafted trees start bearing 2-4 years after planting. Harvest - Harvested between September to October Citrus KiwiCitrus Sunset ™ Medium sized easy peel Mandarin/Tangerine hybrid, with a distinctive orange skin, with darker orange stripes.

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what’s on in marlborough

- weekend event guide Friday 16

Saturday 17

2018 Interislander Optimist Regatta Come and be part of the action by supporting the Optimist Regatta and Starling Champs.

Today, Saturday and Sunday 9am-4.30pm, Queen Charlotte Yacht Club, Shelley Beach, Picton.

National Dahlia Show An array of beautiful blooms on display, today 2-4.30pm and Sunday 10am-4.30pm. Entry by gold coin donation. St Mary’s Church Hall, Maxwell Road.

Eastern State Speedway South Island Super Saloons Champs, Streetcar Series Round Three, Marlborough Streetstock Champs Day One, Production Best Pair and Sidecar Open Champs. Adults $12, family $25, gates open at 6pm with racing starting at 7pm. Pak Lims Road, Renwick.

Omaka Maze Fun, mystery and maze, providing plenty of excitement for all ages. Today 5-8pm (last entry), Saturday 10am-8pm (last entry) and Sunday 10am-5pm (last entry). Dog Point Road, Omaka.

Friday Knockout Pool Tournament Open to anybody except 1st division players.

Come along learn the rules, some tactics, and maybe even improve your play. Limited to 16 people on a first come basis. Every Friday night at 7pm Clubs of Marlborough.

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

The Diversion Gallery Open Wednesday to Saturday, 12-5pm. 10 London Quay, Picton.

The Edwin Fox Ship Visitor Centre open daily from 9am. Explore the decks and depths of the Edwin Fox Ship.

Dunbar Wharf, Picton Foreshore.

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

Yealands Estate Marlborough Gallery “Le Groupe” an exhibition of Marlborough artists. On until February 18, opening hours 10.30am-4.30pm daily. Marlborough Arts Society, 204 High Street, Blenheim.

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

Detour Gallery Forest and Bird exhibition on until March 3.

Wednesday to Monday 11am-5pm and 11am3pm weekends. 67 Market Street.

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

The Original Gypsy Fair With an expansive range of handcrafted products sold exclusively at The Original Gypsy Fair, today and Sunday 9am-5pm.

Redwoodtown School, 90 Cleghorn Street.

Waitaria Bay Classic Tri+ An annual community event with fun for all.

Including the Waitatria Bay Classic Tri and the Red Deer Junior Tri. Registration from 8.45am, Waitaria Bay Hall, 5732 Kenepuru Road.

Eastern State Speedway Vertex Cup Super Saloons, Marlborough Streetstock Champs Day Two, Sidecar Dash for Cash. Adults $12, family $25, gates open at 5pm with racing starting at 6pm. Pak Lims Road, Renwick.

Kartsport Marlborough Round 2 Marlborough Twilight Series. Scrutineering 1pm, tuning run 2pm and racing starts at 3pm, entry free. Cresswell Electrical Raceway, Wither Road Music In The Sounds Live music in the stunning Marlborough Sounds with Midge Mccleary, Sarah Brown and Steve Mitchell. Every Saturday until March 31, 1-10pm with free entry. Punga Cove Resort, Endeavour Inlet.

Marlborough Kennel Association Open Shows with judging commencing at 9.30am. Hot and cold refreshments available, public most welcome. Clubgrounds, Aerodrome Road, Omaka.

Marlborough Artisan Market Highlighting the best of Marlborough’s art, craft, food and produce. Pop on down every Saturday, 9am-1pm. The Quays, 2 High Street, Blenheim. Wet weather venue is the Alfred Street carpark building.

Summer Bootcamp With fun games, AB training sessions, HIIT sessions, to name a few, suitable for all fitness levels. $10 per person, children free.

10-10.45am, on every Saturday until March 3, 2018. Pollard Park, located on the left hand side of the tennis courts.

Millennium Public Art Gallery Exhibitions on show, ‘Whenua’ a substantial exhibition of art related to the land, on until March 18, and J.S Parker -The Poetry of Surfaces on until March 11. Corner of Seymour Street and Alfred Street, koha appreciated.

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

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

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

Blenheim Rotary Car Boot Sale Every Saturday 8am–12.30pm at the Railway Station car park, Grove Road.

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

5km Taylor River Fun Run Free timed 5km run along the Taylor River, meet at the Amphitheatre, corner of High and Symons Streets, 8am every Saturday.

Brooklyn Croquet Club Whitehead Park off Brooklyn Drive. Play days are Saturday, Tuesday and Thursday at 1pm.

Come and have a go.

Sunday 18 Waikawa Tri Series A fun event with something for everyone.

Two triathlon and duathlon distances, an open water 1500m swim and a children’s swim/run. Suitable for all levels.

Registration from 8.30am, racing starts 10am. Waikawa Foreshore Reserve, Picton.

More FM Beach Day 2018 A fun day out for the whole family, with a ton of prizes up for grabs. Including the ever popular sandcastle competition and beach dig. Free face painting, bouncy castles and live music. From 10.30am, White’s Bay, Port Underwood Road.

Summer Concert Whites Bay Combined with the More FM Beach Day. Enjoy some great beach vibes whilst listening to the summer tunes of Ken Hippolite. From 11am, White’s Bay, Port Underwood Road.

Reducing Our Household Rubbish – The Zero Waste Approach An introduction to the practicalities and philosophy of waste reduction, with Hannah Blumhardt and Liam Prince, the No-Waste Nomads behind The Rubbish Trip. 2.30-4.30pm, Haven Café, 74A Cleghorn St, Redwoodtown.

Blenheim Country Music Club Club Day. 2-5pm, $3 with afternoon tea provided, all welcome. Redwoodtown School Hall, 90 Cleghorn Street.

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

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

Ulysses Club Ride Lunch ride to Forresters Café just past Rai Valley. 11.30am departure from the south end of the Blenheim Railway Station.

Picton Rail & Sail Open (subject to weather) Sundays, public holidays & everyday during school holidays.

Picton Foreshore.

Model Aero Club ARA Wairau Valley 9am. Phone Murray 578 9199.

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

Picton Table Tennis Meets at the Picton Little Theatre every Sunday and Tuesday, Dublin Street, 10am-noon. $3 bats, tea/coffee supplied. Adults only.

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

Upcoming Events Renwick Arms Country Club Family Fishin’ Competition Family Fishin’ Competition with $10,000 + worth of prizes to be won. Friday February 23, Saturday 24, and Sunday25. Members $20, non-members $25, under 12 $5.

Rapaura School Country Harvest Fair Saturday March 3, 10am-2pm. Loads of fun games, great stalls, awesome auctions, white elephant and the ever popular chocolate wheel. Bring the whole family for a great day out. Rapaura School, 349 Hammerichs Road.

Blenheim Riverside Railway Train Departs from Brayshaw Park as follows; 1.15pm and 3.00pm to Omaka and return, 1.45pm to Beaver Station, Riverside Park, central Blenheim and return. Adults $10 Child $5 (Omaka $6 & $3). Cash only.

Chess Joocy Loocy Café, 4 John Street, 10am-1pm.

Please bring your own board and pieces.

To urn am en t Fri day Kn oc ko ut Po ol at Clubs of m 7p ht, nig every Friday Marlborough.

The Omaka Maze is OPEN for 2018!

2018 brings all new track designs. Also, our theme changes every week, so there is always something new to discover at the Omaka Maze!

Friday 5pm till 8pm (last entry) • Saturday 10am till 8pm (last entry) • Sunday 10am till 5pm (last entry) We can open by appointment for groups of 12 or more people.

Open til mid-March.

Dog Point Road, Blenheim. Ph 027 275 3778. www.omakamaze.co.nz

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EVENT NOTIFICATION

Dear track user, Please be advised that a mountain bike event will be occurring on the following tracks on the 9th, 10th and 11th of March 2018. The tracks will remain open to the public but it is advised that for convenience these tracks may be best avoided at the following times where possible; • Friday 9th March, 11am to 4pm Whites Bay/Mt Robertson Loop Track • Saturday 10th March, 8.30am to 5pm Nydia Bay track (Travelling North to South) • Sunday 11th March, 8am to 2pm Wakamarina track and Butchers Flat camping area. Butchers Flat will be used as a Helicopter landing area from 8am on the 11th of March.

The event is operating under Department of Conservation Concession 45520-SSE. For further information please contact the operator at info@nzenduro.co.nz

Te Runanga a Rangitane o Kaituna Incorporated

HUI Venue: Dolce Restaurant, 1 Market St, Blenheim Date: 25 February 2018 Time: 1 – 3.30pm Presentation by the MACA / Marine and Coastal Area (Takutai Moana) Act 2011, Claim Team.

AGENDA • Establishment of the Kaituna Runanga 2002 • Report on the Kaituna WAI 1047 Claim and its outcome.

• Rangitane o Kaituna and Hoiere Autonomy • Filing of the Marine and Coastal Area Claim • Present and report on the extent and nature of the Kaituna MACA Claim • Rangitane of the Kaituna, Hoiere, Anamahunga (Port Gore), Endeavour Inlet and other Maori Blocks are welcome to have their input and advise the MACA team accordingly.

• General Business, Q & A Refreshments Available RSVP by 21 February 2018 via Email: rangitanekaituna@xtra.co.nz or Tel: (03) 574 2877 Michael Bradley MACA Claim Project Manager

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Members Draw - $3500.00

Saturday Members Draw - 1st draw $2600.00

Tuesday Members Draw - 1st draw $4600.00

Club Open Day Sunday 25th March 2018, 12-3pm New Members offers, tours, sporting activities and more.

Come and check out what the Club has to offer.

“At the heart of your community.”

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

Over 30 years experience Ph: Robyn 573-7257 or 022-3172948

Win a Fishing Charter Sponsored by

Renwick ARms countRy club Family Friday Feb 23, Saturday Feb 24 and Sunday Feb 25

$10,000+ worth of prizes to be won

Entries cost members $20.00.

Non Members $25.00 Junior under 12 - $5.00 (all juniors get a prize) Entry Forms available at outlets displaying posters or at Renwick Arms Country Club 92 High Street, Renwick.

For enquiries phone Club 03 572 8597 or Manager 0275 788 292 Entries close 9.00pm Thursday, February 22

CARVELL Street, Saturday 8am. Variety of items including paintings, books, furniture etc.

U P P E R Forest Park Drive, Witherlea. Saturday 17 February, 7.30am.

Kids toys, books, household goods etc.

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SUNDAY 25 MARCH Schedules now available Online entries www.showdayonline.com Entries close 23 February FREE TRADE & CRAFT SITES AVAILABLE on application Bernadette Gilmore Ph 577 7174

for sale FI R E WO O D, Bone dry Bluegum and Old Man Pine. Be in quick, limited stock. Phone 035777384.

DINING Table, glass extendable, 5 piece. As new $400 ono. Washing machine Simpson (top loader) 5.5kg. Great order (under warranty) $300. Phone 5793050.

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

Nativity Anglican Church 76 Alfred Street, Blenheim.

All welcome to our services Sunday - 8am Traditional Eucharist Service Sunday -10am Family Service Sunday - 5.30pm A colourful, interactive all age service in the hall.

Thursday - 10am Communion Service

Previous vineyard experience very important including staff supervision.

Experience in vineyard development and young vine management essential.

Clean driving licence.

References required.

Enquiries complete with cv and covering letter to Warren Burton: warrenb@sileni.co.nz

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2018 Grape Harvest Tractor & Harvester Drivers

situations vacant

Experienced Thai Cook A Thai restaurant in Picton is looking for an experienced Thai Cook.

Candidates should be able to cook Thai dishes, including deserts and have some vegetable carving skills.

At least 3 years experience preferred.

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DRESS MAKING

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garage

Friday February 16, 2018

Vintage Harvesters operates a modern fleet of harvesters and tractors throughout the Marlborough District.

We are looking for experienced harvester and tractor drivers. You will need a minimum of a class 1 driver’s licence for tractor driving and a wheels endorsement for harvester driving.

We anticipate work will commence approximately midMarch and finishing mid-April. Drivers must be available for extended hours and weekends.

Please phone the office on 578 5300, text Jason Tripe on 027 043 427 12421 or email admin@jtcvit.co.nz

Candidates should be hard working, organised and have some Thai language ability.

Phone 021 084 54176

www.vintageharvesters.co.nz

Part Time Office Administrator Diabetes Marlborough Inc We are seeking a Highly Motivated Person for the above, Part Time Position, based on approximately 20 Hours per Week.

Intermediate Planner (Blenheim)

This person will assist Diabetes Marlborough Inc, in providing support to persons in Marlborough with Diabetes through, Fundraising Applications, Co-ordination of Diabetes Awareness Courses, Membership Development, and General Office Administration.

Baseline Group Marlborough is part of Baseline Group, a Planning and Civil Engineering consultancy. Our Planning team prepares and processes resource consent applications, prepares plan change applications, provides expert evidence at hearings, and generally provides District Plan help and advice to all manner of land developers, large and small.

Personal Skills: The successful applicant will be a Great Communicator, will show Initiative and be a Self Starter.

They will be a proven Team Player but capable of working without Supervision. They will have a commitment to Quality and Excellence, and to providing our Clients with the Highest Standard of Service possible.

A comprehensive Position Description is available

by Email from: diabetes@computerman.co.nz Applications Close at 5.00pm on Tuesday 24th February 2018.

We are seeking an experienced Planner (Intermediate - Senior) to help develop our Blenheim based planning team. The successful candidate will have at least 2 years'experience and will also have proven experience with client communication and liaison.

The role will be for 20 - 40 hours per week and can be flexible to accommodate school holidays for the right candidate You will be reporting directly to the Marlborough Director and working within our small but established Planning team. You will prepare resource consent application and other similar documentation as needed on a job -by-job basis Please email your CV and cover letter to info@blg.nz

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VINEYARD FOR SALE

SAUVIGNON BLANC: LOWER WAIRAU GROVETOWN MARLBOROUGH Expressions of interest are sought for the purchase of a Sauvignon Blanc vineyard on 2 titles in a desired area of Marlborough. Total area 26.31ha Front Block • Lot 1 DP331708 – 15.9ha Planted to Sauvignon Blanc in 2003 MS on 3309 & Schwarzmann 26,129 vines @ 2.7m x 2.1m [14.8ha planted] Last vintage contracted 2019 • 3 bedroom farm house • Double garage – detached • 3 Bay Goldpine implement shed, bunded chemical shed and concrete wash down pad, pump shed.

Back Block • Lot 2 DP331708 – 10.41ha • Planted to Sauvignon Blanc in 2003 MS on 3309 & Schwarzmann 15,796 vines @ 2.7m x 2.1m [9.0ha planted] Last vintage contracted 2019 Both properties have operated under yield caps. ** Water is supplied via a bore on Lot 1 under resource consent UO31091 to take 416m3 for the irrigation of 26ha of grapes on Lots 1 & 2. (Consent expiry 31 Oct 2034) Responses to the vendors Solicitor: Hardy-Jones Clark P.O.Box 646 Blenheim Attn : Andrew Finch Deadline date for offers 16 March 2018.

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situations vacant

Wanted

Seeking experienced HarveSt driverS Following positions available: - Harvester Drivers - Tractor/Gondola Drivers -

Part time bar manager and a full time thai chef required for Japanese, Korean and Thai food business

Top rates paid please phone gareth on 021 499 551

Call 03 579 4404

Automotive Technician

Looking for a motivated Automotive Technician with excellent mechanical skills.

Warrent of Fitness certification would be an advantage.

Extra consideration will be given to applicants who have excellent customer service.

For information about the position please eamil onestopblenheim@xtra.co.nz or call Dan on 579 2000 or 0274112074.

situations vacant

Witherlea

Marlborough Singers URGENTLY require a Rehearsed Pianist Tuesday 7 - 9pm Wesley Centre Blenheim Contact Kathryn Nicholls 03 570 5773 / 0211438423

School

RoofeRs Wanted

TEACHER AIDE

FIXED TERM - 2 POSITIONS Position 1 - 14 hours per week Position 2 - 16.5 hours per week Both of these positions are for students with High Health Needs in the Junior School and will be until the end of Term 4 2018.

Apply in writing with a cover letter and CV, and supporting references to:

Team Leader - Qualified with LBP. This is a full time role Skilled Roofers Assistant - part/full time role Immediate start Call Kevin on 021 764 586 Email your CV to: kevin@ktrcontracting.co.nz

death notices

STUART-FORBES, Lady Betty Dawn (nee Gibson, formerly Ward): On Sunday February 11 2018 peacefully at Ashwood Park Retirement Village. Dearly loved wife of Bill, and previously George Ward (deceased).

Treasured mother of John, Jean, Kay and Ann and loved mother-in-law of Joan Ward, Dave Gage, Dave Williams, and Dave Darby.

Much-loved Nana to Matthew, Ben, and Abby; Shane (deceased), Jamie, and Greig; Shea, Kaylee, and Jeana; and Nana Duck to her great grandchildren Corbin, and Braxton; Jacob, Courtney, Emma, Seth, Mia, and Sophia; Ella-Jay, and Manawa. Messages may be sent to the Stuart-Forbes/Ward Families, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240. At Betty’s request, a private family service has been held. A friend of many and loved by all.

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

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Births This Week

The Principal Witherlea School Upper Weld Street Blenheim or office@witherlea.school.nz

Carmody, Lily Ellice: January 24, 2018

Applications close @ 3pm on 23rd February.

Cole, Sophie Ann: December 19, 2017

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VINEYARD OPERATORS DO YOU LOVE ALL ASPECTS OF VINEYARD WORK? ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A DIVERSE ROLE? WOULD YOU LIKE TO JOIN A SKILLED AND PASSIONATE TEAM? Located in the Awatere Valley, Yealands Family Wines are proud of our vineyards and quality wine production. Our estate is approximately 1000 hectares of vine, wetlands, native shrubs and flaxes and continues to grow with further land development. As we expand our vineyard operations, we are looking to increase our dedicated team of vineyard operators.

IDEALLY YOU WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES:

RESTAURANT & CELLAR DOOR POSTITIONS Allan Scott Family Winemakers seek highly motivated, organised people to join our hospitality team.

TWELVE TREES RESTAURANT WAITER/WAITRESS We require fabulous front of house staff to join our equally fabulous team, to deliver exceptional customer service to our valued diners. If you love food, love wine, and love working in a fast-paced environment, then we'd love to hear from you. Excellent communication skills and impeccable personal hygiene and grooming standards are required. Barista skills would be advantageous.

CELLAR DOOR TEAM LEADER We also seek a positive and reliable individual to join our team of cellar door hosts. We are looking for a motivated organised person who love, love, loves wine, loves people and has a good knowledge of the Marlborough region. They must be willing to learn different aspects of the wine industry and of course proudly tell the Allan Scott story! The successful applicant must be customer focused and have exceptional sales skills.

Our cellar door is a 7-day operation so flexibility to work some weekends and some public holidays will be a requirement. A Managers licence would an advantage but not a requirement.

Please apply with a covering letter and CV, specifying the position you are interested in to: victoria@allanscott.co.nz

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Proven vineyard experience with good practical skills

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Reliable and flexible with a strong work ethic

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Having strong initiative and being self-motivated will be key

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Ability to work and perform under pressure

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A great attitude - positivity, good sense of humour, and being a team player is essential

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A high level of physical fitness, and the ability to work long or varied hours as required

A competitive wage will be given to the successful applicant and transport to and from our Seddon-based vineyard will be provided.

If you have the relevant qualifications and experience, can legally work in New Zealand and are looking to join a passionate team we would love to hear from you.

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Reserves and Amenities Officer Fixed Term - 6 months

The purpose of this role is to enhance the enjoyment and quality of life of the district’s residents and visitors by providing reserves and amenities or facilities.

Copland, Harry Ross: January 29, 2018

The role’s main responsibility is to manage the region’s parks and reserves including sportsfields. We are looking for a well organised enthusiastic person who works well with the communities we serve. Working with a wide range of community groups and contractors you will need to be fast on your feet with a positive attitude.

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Applications close at 5.00 pm on 23 February 2018.

Applications should be made online via the careers page 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 jane.tito@marlborough.govt.nz.

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sports talk Let’s talk about life after Hesson age of 22 will not reach the dizzying heights of Brendon McCullum’s men three years ago.

The team is still highly competitive, but my feeling is that we are missing a couple of world class players to be truly capable of beating the powerhouse teams, especially away from home.

The lack of world class players is nothing new for us Kiwis, but I can’t see a motivating reason why Hesson would stay beyond his current contract.

Legacy cemented but with no real way of pushing the national side to its highest peak.

Both Hesson and McCullum were two men eager to take the side to new frontiers, without those new frontiers being attainable. Why would he stay?

Hesson could now look at ways to set up himself and his family financially, coaching

overseas, potentially in India’s lucrative Indian Premier League Twenty20 competition.

Where does cricket go from here in New Zealand?

Its core is strong. Kane Williamson will be our best ever batsman, Trent Boult is one of our finest bowlers ever but there is a missing element, an X factor missing that is stopping the team from being world beaters.

Hesson appears to have done all he can, pulled the wagon as far as he could and he has earned the right to have job security in a profession where job security is never truly assured.

Succession planning must begin now so that Hesson’s work can be built on in the years to come.

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Ready for the beach. More FM promotions assistant Haidee Collins with journalist and promotions manager Tash Knox prepared for Sunday’s Beach Day at White’s Bay. Photo provided.

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With the summer of cricket meandering along the future of Black Caps coach Mike Hesson must be pondered.

It’s not a question of whether his job stability is in question, more his own personal reasons for staying.

The 43-year-old has helped pilot cricket in this country through one of its most successful eras ever.

He’ll likely stick around for a 2019 World Cup campaign to see if the team can go one step further than that glorious run to the final on home soil in 2015.

It’s hard to see the current side achieving victory in the tournament next year. The team has a few weak links, less experience and will be playing in foreign conditions.

It means Hesson, a man who started his coaching journey in Otago at the youthful

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Tasha Knox, More FM promotions manager, says the prizes at this year’s Beach Day at Whites Bay are excellent, thanks to great support from local businesses.

The event is to be held on Sunday.

Peter Ray Homes Sandcastle Competition offers a randomly allocated prize of a weekend in Hanmer Springs and the MTF Beach Dig has the finder of the first prize tag taking out $500.

Registration for the sandcastle competition opens at 10.30am and closes at 12.45pm.

The guidelines are clear. You can use only sand and water and environmentally safe objects like feathers and shells for decoration.

Leave the power tools and artificial decorations at home.

Contestants can compete in their age groups and there are also prizes in such categories as originality, technical difficulty, sea creature and most lifelike castle.

The Beach Dig rules are also straightforward: Hands only, and no pushing and shoving!

That contest starts at 1pm. For littlies (under five) there will be a separate Little Beach Dig. Marlborough4Fun has an event running from 11am as part of its summer concert series, including live music with Ken Hippolite, and of course free face painting and bouncy castles.

Rarangi Surf Lifesavers will have a fundraising barbecue and the Blenheim Lions will help out with car parking.

Sailing champs The Interislander Optimist regatta and Port Marlborough Starling sailing championships are being held in Picton today, tomorrow and Sunday.

Around 180 sailors and their coaches, support crew and family will be in Picton for the event. Come and cheer on the Queen Charlotte sailors who will have competitors in all fleets.

Waikawa Tri The Waikawa Tri, swim, bike, run, is suitable for all levels. Enter for fun, fitness or competition.

Registration at the Waikawa foreshore reserve from 8.30am on Sunday.

Friday pool The Friday K nockout pool tournament is on again. This is free and not available to those who play division 1, and you don’t need to be a member of the club.

Come along and learn how to play and learn the rules. Coaching is available free.

Have some fun and you might even win a $50 bar tab. Every Friday at the Clubs of Marlborough, 7pm start.

2018 Forrest Graperide This year’s GrapeRide, the most highly anticipated cycling event of the year, is just around the corner and it’s not too late to get your entry in.

The 2018 Forrest GrapeRide is set for April 7 and entry numbers are up 40 per cent on the same time last year.

There are still places available in the field, but organisers say not to leave it too late as the cut off sits at 2500.

Team Kiwi Can rider Craig Harper with daughter Brooke approaching the finish line in the Forrest GrapeRide last year. File photo.

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