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Rodeo riders The Rodeo came to town at the weekend with the 69th annual Tuamarina Rodeo putting on an entertaining, action packed day, featuring bull and bronc riding.

Seven year old Katie Agnew and

six year old Raeden McLaren couldn’t wait to participate at this years event held on Sunday.

Both entered the childrens dressup and calf riding competitions.

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Action packed day at rodeo Sunday’s Tuamarina Rodeo and Vintage Machinery Field Day attracted a good crowd, with plenty of spills and entertainment for young and old.

The blustery conditions didn’t deter man or animal from putting on a show and at times the action was not for the faint hearted.

Winner of the Best Marlborough Rider went to Brian Lechbrook and Marlborough’s Scarlett Sheridan was placed second in her very first ever Barrel Race.

All the proceeds from the day go to the Tua Marina School and the Tua Marina Residents Association.

Next year will be a major milestone as the Tua Marina Rodeo and Vintage Machinery Field Day celebrate 70 years.

RESULTS: Saddle Bronc: 1st Jared Mee;2nd Aaron Cleaver;Junior Steer:1st Shay Gerrard-Smith; Barrel Race:1st Claire Smith; 2nd Scarlett Sheridan (Marlborough), 3rd Alison Mee, 4th Candace Mason (Marlborough); Invitational Steer Ride; 1st Equal Kuki Wickliffe and Cody Milton, 3rd Brian Lechbrook (Marlborough), 4th Geoffery Simcox (Marlborough); Calf Ride; 1st Ben Mapp (Marlborough), 2nd Sheldon-Ruby Williams-Kelsey (Marlborough), 3rd Maisie Broughn (Marlborough), 4th Maddison Carson (Marlborough).Bull Ride;1st Bryan Batt,2nd Equal Cody Milton and Wyatt McAughtrie,4th Aaron Cleaver.

Geoffrey Simcox, has a good ride in the Bull and Steer. Terry Reed watches.

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All clear for grapes The New Zealand Defence Force has tested grapes taken from vineyards in the vicinity of the Woodbourne Air base for the presence of PFOS and PFOA (fire fighting foam).

The results have come back clear - no perfluorooctane sulfonate and perfluorooctanoic acid was detected.

Both are fluorinated organic chemicals.

These substances are synthetic compounds that are unique for being water and lipid-resistant.

NZDF is pleased with the outcome and reassurance for growers and the wine industry.

The Ministry for Primary Industries is confident that there is no food safety risk for grapes or wine from PFAS.

Olympic sauvignon blanc American Winter Olympic figure skater Adam Rippon’s celebrated his bronze medal in the team competition with 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”.

Fred Uhrle and Rick Gleeson of the Renwick Menz Shed with a car they’ve been donated and are selling to fundraise

Menz Shed says ‘make an offer’

By Celeste Alexander Are you up to the challenge of restoring this 1970 Austin Maxi?

For 20 years the car has sat under a tree until its owner decided to donate it to the Renwick Menz Shed, and now it’s up for sale.

With a little coaxing and some basic mechanical work done to it, the Austin Maxi is running again and is ready for its new home.

Renwick Menz Shed manager Rick Gleeson says it would be the ‘perfect restoration project’ for someone.

“Our plan is to sell it and put the money towards extending

our current building so we have more space to work.

“It’s a great little car, all it needs is some TLC,” he says.

Renwick Menz Shed member and retired mechanic Fred Uhrle has been working on getting the car going and says it didn’t take much to fire it up.

“After sitting for 20 years I was surprised that it didn’t take much to get it going,” he laughs.

“The previous owner even came along to hear it going… it was a nice moment.”

Initially Rick says they planned to work on the car themselves,

but they have limited space and can’t afford the parts.

“Otherwise it would be a good project.

“We struggle to fit everyone in to the space we have now, let alone a car and necessary tools to work on it.

“We’d love to hear from anyone willing to make an offer on it.

The money will be put to good use,” he says.

The planned extension to the building is an additional 15 metres in length, which will come in handy as the Renwick Menz Shed is getting busier.

Highway still closed

“We are in our second year of hosting students from Renwick School for woodwork sessions, we are refurbishing wooden seats out of the community hall and making pieces to sell at the Renwick market held on a Tuesday.

“We were also approached by Alzheimers Marlborough last year about hosting some of their clients… it’s certainly getting busier. We just need more space now,” Rick says.

To find out more about the car, contact Rick on (03) 572 8685.

State Highway 1 through Kaikoura to Christchurch is not expected to reopen until the end of the week.

The road has been closed since last Tuesday after ex-Cyclone Gita brought down tonnes of debris over the road at 60 sites.

New Zealand Transport Agency earthquake recovery manager Tim Crow said when the road opens it will be single lane in many more sections than before the storm and travellers should expect more delays than before.

The slips have also closed KiwiRail’s Main North Line, which runs alongside the highway.

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Pictured Left: Tony Nolan, Dennis Jackson and deputy principal rural fire officer Chris Hayles with some of the teddys that fire and emergency crews will have to give to traumatised children.

Care bears to help young trauma victims

By Bill McElhinney South Island English Freemason are celebrating their organisation’s 300th year by donating more than 10,000 teddy bears to emergency service groups working with children in traumatic situations.

Up to 200 of the cute bears have been donated to Marlborough Emergency Services including the fire brigade and St John Ambulance.

“These are a massive help for us,” Blenheim Volunteer Fire Brigade deputy chief fire officer Tony Nolan says.

“It distracts young trauma victims, just takes the edge off, and allows us to get on with our job.”

Dunedin Lodge grand master Dennis Jackson, who has moved to Blenheim, presented the bears to the

brigade, says last year the Grand Lodge of English Freemasons celebrated 300 years of service to communities worldwide since the formation of their Institution at a meeting in a small London ale house back in 1717.

With support from the Irish Provincial Grand Lodge of New Zealand a charitable project was launched to mark this milestone, TLC – Teddies for Loving Care.

“Donations of numerous cute, soft toy teddy bears to South-Island emergency services and groups working with children in traumatic situations, is continuing,” Dennis says.

“The bears can be given to a child on the spot by a fireman or care-giver to help shift their focus away from the accident or fire. It is a first

step to recovery by providing a degree of comfort from the trauma or illness the child may be suffering from.”

TLC Appeal chair Tony Mansfield said the idea for Freemasons to donate bears to children started about 15 years ago in Essex, England, when a Freemason’s wife became sick.

“A couple were in the hospital emergency department and the wife had a really bad attack and they got really good care and they asked ‘what can we do for the staff of ED departments,’” he said.

“And they came up with this idea.”

It has since been picked up by Masonic fraternities across the world, beginning in New Zealand in November last year.

Mike King with message of hope

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By Celeste Alexander Comedian Mike King made quite the impact during his last year’s visit to Blenheim, and he’s hoping to do that again with his ‘I Am Hope’ tour.

But he won’t be driving or flying into Blenheim, but rather riding a Suzuki 50cc bike.

As part of the four week campaign, Mike and seven others will ride the bikes from Cape Reinga to Bluff to raise awareness, encourage openness and to listen without judgment when others come to them seeking help.

Mike aims to address youth suicide by shedding the stigma associated with it, and empowering communities to connect with their youth who are struggling.

He says his success in addressing the unacceptably high rate of suicide in New Zealand is due to his unorthodox method or opening up and connecting emotionally with young people, making the topic more accessible.

“We can help our young people when they feel like they’ve hit rock bottom. By listening to them without judgment, without perpetuating the old Kiwi ‘toughen-up-mate’ attitude, we can show them it’s OK to feel down, lonely and sad, but there’s a light at the end of the tunnel and there’s hope.

“Our youth want to feel connected, understood and not judged. We know that shame is a huge factor in talking about depression and mental illness.

“We’re here to say there is no shame in battling mental illness and many people suffer

Well known comedian and mental health advocate Mike King is bringing his 'I Am Hope' tour to Blenheim.

from it, but something can be done about it. We are here to empower them by stripping away shame from their thoughts and feelings, and letting them know they can make it through,” Mike says.

Mike will be holding a free public talk on Thursday, March 15 at Marlborough Girls’ College starting at 7pm.

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Braxton Sinnecker, Taylor Sinnecker, Jesse Blake, James Sinnecker and Abby Sinnecker were intrigued by one of the large crayfish brought in, weighing 3.75kg.

Big fish weighed in

By Celeste Alexander A fishing competition that began with humble beginnings has again exceeded its annual entry count.

The Renwick Arms Country Club Fishin’ Competition was held at the weekend and attracted 248 entries, four more than last year’s record number.

Of the 248, 70 were children’s entries which was fantastic to see, organiser Alan Ferguson says.

“We were rapt with how well it went... there were lots of families that entered which is what it’s about really, and some bloody good fish weighed in.”

At Sunday’s weigh-in event, the talk among everyone was the ‘huge stingray’ entered.

“It was massive, weighing in at 59.5kg gutted. The guts from it weighed 11kg so it was at the 70kg mark intact.

“We heard about the battle the boys had getting it onto the boat. It was an amazing fish,” Alan says.

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

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An international meal with my sons and grandsons, talking about family trees.

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Trout release - safe to go back?

Dear Ed Just when you thought it was safe to go back into the water Fish & Game infest the Branch Hydro Scheme with the piscatorial equivalent to a plague of rats.

Cynically excusing the violation with propaganda of providing a community service for youth, hopeful of an indifferent and gullible public, all in complete contempt for the common good and modern sensibilities

which emphasize educating youth about conservation together with responsible environmental attitudes and practices.

Lamentable is the lost opportunity, on completion of the scheme, of introducing vulnerable native fish to the exclusion of exotic vermin.

Across the Wairau in Lake Chalice resides the last population of Giant Kokopu in Marlborough, possibly the South Island, only because

a natural, physical barrier across the Goulter deprives trout access.

One waits in trepidation for some malcontent to liberate exotics, motivated by a perverted sense of self-righteousness, as happened with the Taylor Dam, requiring consequent sterilization of the reservoir and extermination of all life therein.

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I tried to ring AMI (insurance) and ended up utterly fruitless and frustrated.

To me it is incredible business firms use this client-unfriendly system.

Employ a real person as a receptionist for say $40,000 a year otherwise like AMI you’re going to lose heaps of business.

I took my AMI enquiry (business) elsewhere.

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Rate rises likely?

Dear Ed Following on from “Get Smart” writing about rate rises and council spending, I don’t see the platitudes of the mayor claiming council is being “prudent” and has a “no frills” approach to have much substance.

I see some very questionable work being done by contractors.

For example at Botham’s Bend, weeks of earthworks must cost a big sum.

The work is to strengthen stop banks I was told; but the Wairau River is a good 800 metres away.

The work by the High Street bridge over the Taylor must have cost heaps.

There are numerous other examples too.

Space prevents listing them.

Rate rises are likely given the frilly spending and lack of prudence.

“Agent 99” Blenheim

Keep rates down Dear Ed, Good letter by Get Smart last week.

I do not see constraint by council. Meanwhile, the contractors and consultants are chortling all the way to the bank.

On rates, I understand Blenheim rates are comparable to the up-market suburb of Merivale in Christchurch and even Queenstown.

That does not reflect the “no frills” and “prudent” boasts in the mjayor’s rhetoric.

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More light in our lives Jason Null, Contracts Manager with Marlborough Lines, says that the project to replace Blenheim’s current lighting with more efficient LED lighting is well under way.

Up to three crews have been working on the replacement of the 3515 lights for the Marlborough District Council.

“We’ve started in the Springlands, Mayfield, Budge Street and Muller Road areas” The team expects to be finished by the end of June. “But that’s weather dependent of course.”

The new LEDs are a white light that has a defined spill area; quite different to the sodium lights that provide a more orange, diffused light.

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of areas for initial installation seems random, he said the choice was related to the different levels of light needed in selected streets.

“Different fittings are used where lower levels of light are needed. Coleman’s Road and Redwood Street, for example, needed higher levels.

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sourcing different fittings from different suppliers.”

The lower level fittings were the first to become available.

LED Street Lights last four to five times longer than the old sodium lights.

T hey a lso use less power and will require less maintenance.

While staff were

working on this project, workers from other areas were being brought in to assist with other work said Jason.

The New Zealand Transport Authority has provided an 85 per cent subsidy to the Marlborough District Council for the conversion reducing costs to ratepayers.

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This man is not the retiring kind Glenise Dreaver speaks to 93-year-old John Henson about the secrets of his long and active life Former shipwright John Henson with just a few of the model boats he has crafted over decades

When John Henson of Blenheim goes down his (long) drive for the mail each morning he jogs.

It’s not a genteel elderly jog either.

It’s a full-blooded run that most middle-aged people would be proud of.

For John has no time to waste on a gentle stroll.

His garden takes time for a start.

It’s a real winner, well known for its fine vegetables and flowers.

(John featured in the Sun last week with his prize-winning gerberas.)

Indoors, there are also prize winning orchids which droop with flowers.

In their first year, they produced 61 blooms on two plants.

But the former shipwright’s major passion is building model boats.

He has one in a glass case in his lounge, five in the back bedroom and several in the garage.

Then there’s the structure for the Jack Morgan-built speedboat Pelorous Jack just getting under way in his workshop.

The workmanship on all his models is breathtaking.

Even the lifeboats, some only 8-12 cm long, are crafted from individually shaped and curved planks.

Several are earmarked for grandchildren and great grandchildren.

John’s parents shifted to Blenheim from Havelock when he was quite a small child and the rest of his life since has been spent either in Blenheim or Picton.

He was one of the early members of the Picton Rail and Sail model boat and train facility.

“I spent a lot of time on the Foreshore,” he says and he is a life member of the Picton Society of Model Engineers.

His original model boats from

1978 lasted for years, but he hears they have now had to be replaced.

In 1988, he and wife Gloria were given the chance to sell their Picton home and move to a unit in Blenheim. “Pestered to actually.”

John doesn’t let his age get in the way of their activities

The offer of a sale came a few years before they were ready, but after a lot of persuasion they decided to go.

It meant giving up their big garden, which had fed their family of four children, quite a few foster children “and a lot of others too”.

Because of the travelling involved, John then transferred his membership of the Marlborough Associated Modellers’ Society to Brayshaw Park.

He’s an active member, not letting age get in the way of their activities.

“I still walk to town and back,” he says.

That’s no small distance from his Leefield Street home.

He has no clear pointers to his exceptional fitness and long life, though he is emphatic that he never drinks treated water, drinking it only occasionally when it is boiled and the taste covered by tea.

“We were brought up drinking water out of the creek.”

He does eat the vegetables from his prolific garden, though most go to his daughter.

He eats relatively little meat, and enjoys coming in from the shed to

eat a fresh salad and watch The Chase on TV. One vegetable John truly enjoys and eats a lot of is sorrel. John picks the small and tender leaves, piling them into a big pot without water after stripping out the stems.

“It doesn’t burn” he says, adding that he boils it down to what is basically a green gravy.

“I add an egg and eat it on bread.

It’s beautiful.”

Outside his garage is evidence of his next project. There’s a large pile of planks which will be laid round the model pond at Brayshaw Park over the next few weeks.

“We have to get on with this in a hurry as the contractors who will be finishing the job go back down south by May.” John’s eyes light up at the thought, and there’s clearly no way he’ll be a sleeping partner on that project.

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Council expands rural recycling services

By Bill McElhinney Recycling is becoming more accessible for residents and visitors in the Marlborough Sounds and Awatere Valley.

A $10,000 grant from the Glass Packaging Forum has enabled the Marlborough District Council to expand its rural community recycling programme to include Okiwi Bay in the Marlborough Sounds, and the Awatere Valley, south of Blenheim.

A 20cubic metre container is being placed at each location, giving residents and visitors far easier access to recycling.

The programme already has containers in seven other rural sites around Marlborough, resulting in hundreds of tonnes of recyclable material, like glass, cardboard and plastic being diverted from landfill every year.

During 2016/17 over 353 tonnes of recyclables were collected from the seven sites, of which glass made up over 203 tonnes.

Okiwi Bay and the Awatere Valley were chosen as they are currently isolated from direct recycling services, council solid waste manager Alec McNeil says.

“The travel time for residents and visitors from these areas to the Resource Centre in Blenheim can take between two and four hours roundtrip. The nearest

transfer stations, in Seddon and Rai Valley, are only open for limited hours during the week 12 hours total.

“These containers will provide not only a service to these areas but also a feeling of connectivity to the wider region,” Alec says.

The Awatere Valley container is already in place and the container in Okiwi Bay will be placed this week, Alec says.

While both areas have relatively low populations during the winter months – there are fewer than 100 winter residents in Okiwi Bay and some 50 properties in the Awatere Valley – both experience a huge influx over summer.

In peak season the resident and visitor population in Okiwi Bay is up to 1500, while the Awatere Valley Road is a popular alternative scenic route to Hanmer Springs via the Molesworth Station, with hundreds of cars per day in summer, Alec says.

The new container is next to the Awatere Valley Road, approximately 25km from the junction with State Highway 1, and the other will be in the Okiwi Bay settlement on council land, Alec says.

He expects around 56 tonnes of recyclable material will be collected from them, of which glass will make up nearly 60 per cent.

Valda White is brimming with enthusiasm. She’s a Peer Leader for an Age Concern Otago Steady As You Go group in Dunedin.

Exercise aimed at falls prevention Age Concern is pleased to announce the launch of its new exercise programme, Steady As You Go. The programme is a weekly falls prevention programme which has been developed and successfully trialled and run in Dunedin and Otago since 2003.

A taster event is being held on Monday, March 5 at 10.30am or 1.30pm at the Marlborough Community Centre meeting room at 25 Alfred Street, Blenheim.

The 1.30pm session will be open to the public.

Benefits of running this class include: • Improved strength and balance at 10 weeks • Reduced falls and lower fall risk • Daily life improved through improved physical benefits • Increased awareness of posture, movement and falls risk • Social benefits of belonging to a group and friendships made • Improved sense of wellbeing and confidence For more information contact Catherine at Age Concern Marlborough.

The first of the two rural community recycling containers, which has been placed in the Awatere Valley. It will cut travel times for residents who want to recycle.

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EV owners keen to share experiences

By Bill McElhinney There’s a lot of Leaf litter outside the Envirohub in Picton, and the people responsible for it would like to see even more.

The Leafs are Nissan Leaf electric vehicles, and the people who own them love them.

“We’ve formed a loosely-knit Picton Electric Vehicles Club,” Siobain Browning says, who owns one of the cars.

“We are having a gathering of electric vehicle owners on Saturday and would like to invite other EV owners in Picton (and Blenheim) to come along!

“There are seven of us. We got to know each other because we all own electric vehicles, and we enjoyed getting together to swap information about them.

“For instance the graphics on the dashboard are in Japanese, but you find people who know what they mean and are able to pass the knowledge on. It’s very helpful.

“We hope there are more electric vehicle owners out there who would like to share stories and experiences, so we are having a gathering at Whatamango campground on Saturday at noon.

“It would be good to find others and share experiences, and also to encourage more people to consider electric vehicles.

“We are all concerned about things like climate change and global warming and electric vehicles can help combat this.

“So if you’re interested, charge on out to our inaugural branch picnic on Saturday,” Proud Picton electric vehicle owners, from left: James and Barbie Wilson, Siobain Browning, Siobain says.

Don Miller, Dianne John and Mark Altoff.

Daily bus service to run at lunch times

By Bill McElhinney Regular Blenheim bus users Patricia Boult and Debbie Scott love the service.

“It’s a great service,” Patricia says. “I use it every Monday, Thursday and Friday.”

“I’d like to see it start earlier in the day in the Witherlea area,” Debbie says.

“If there was a bus around 8am it would help more people get to work.”

Good news for the bus regulars is that the daily service is expanding, with buses operating through the lunchtime period from tomorrow.

The extra lunchtime run is being added to the two existing Redwoodtown-Witherlea and Springlands-Riversdale circuits, between noon and 1pm.

“Marlborough District councillors made the decision to invest in the additional hour’s service, which will provide

Regular user Patricia Boult and driver Heather Ruffell.

a more seamless experience for passengers,” council finance officer David Craig says.

The extra circuit will be an

extension to the service provided

by Ritchies Transport Holdings Limited, who have been awarded a new nine-year contract which

begins tomorrow.

Council is also seeking feedback on a possible expansion of bus services including two new routes, one out to Renwick and the other linking Burleigh and the Boulevard Park on Taylor development to the town centre.

“We did a small survey in Renwick last year,” councillor and Renwick resident Cynthia Brooks says.

“One of the interesting things we discovered was that parents of teenagers who don’t drive would like to have a bus service that would get their kids to and from various youth events in Blenheim.

“We plan to survey residents soon to gauge people’s travel

patterns and their preferred time of travel, to ensure we can provide the right service for the majority of people” David says.

“We want to get a better understanding of how residents use the current services, and how they think it could be improved.

“We also want to know whether additional routes are required or whether an extension of service hours would result in locals catching the bus to and from work,” David says.

Survey forms will be available via the council website and can also be collected from council reception, the Blenheim Library, Picton Library and Service Centre, and from bus drivers.

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Baby boy Coster Born February 20, 2018 Weight 6lb 1oz Hospital Wairau

Roriik Tahumataa Deer Born February 14, 2018 Weight 6lb 15oz Hospital Wairau

Maia Aroha Patricia Jones Born February 22, 2018 Weight 6lb 4oz Hospital Wairau

Lena Wilma Zucchetto Born February 23, 2018 Weight 9lb 8oz Hospital Wairau

Martina and Matt welcome their baby boy (6lb 1oz), born February 20, 2018 at 9.17am at Wairau Hospital. A little brother for William, Russell, Judah, Levi, Alexis and Cressida. Thank you to our midwife Cathy Middleton and all the theatre and maternity staff.

Arpo and Bec are thrilled to announce the safe arrival of Roriik Tahumataa (6lb 15oz) on February 11, 2018 at 8.56pm at Wairau Hospital. Thank you to midwives Toni James, Mandy Stanton and the whole maternity team. You were all awesome.

Suzi, Jeff and Jack are pleased to announce the arrival of Maia Aroha Patricia (6lb 4oz) born February 22, 2018 at 10.50pm at Wairau Hospital. With thanks to Toni, Mandy, Jodie, Raelene, Helen, Grace, Meg, Jill, Emma and everyone on the maternity and paediactrics wards.

Rachel and Lou are proud to announce the arrival of Lena Wilma (9lb 8oz) born February 23, 2018 at 10.43am at Wairau Hospital. A little sister for Aria. Thank you to our midwife Cathy Middleton, Helen Crampton and all the staff at the maternity ward.

Isha Rayne Oliver Born January 19, 2018 Weight 8lb 14oz Hospital Wairau

Logan Andrew Rainey Born February 14, 2018 Weight 7lb 8oz Hospital Wairau

Mia Rose Thompsett Born February 11, 2018 Weight 6lb Hospital Wairau

Evie Kiri Ann Norton Born January 18, 2018 Weight 5lb 2oz Hospital Wairau

Leanne, Tom, Ezekiel and Izayah are so very proud to introduce our final family member: Isha Rayne Oliver (8lb 14oz), born at 11.37am on January 19, 2018. We would like to thank Sue Hudson and Mandy Stanton for being fantastic midwives. Photo provided.

Emily Sandford and Max Rainey are thrilled to announce that Logan Andrew (7lb 8oz) was born on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 2018 at 12.12am at Wairau Hospital. Thank you to Mahana and all the staff at the maternity ward.

Emmie Findlay-Reid and Brody Thompsett welcome the speedy arrival of their ‘little miracle’, Mia Rose (6lb) born February 11, 2018 at 3.09pm at Wairau Hospital. A little sister for Thomas, Harley and Eli. A big thanks goes to Helen Crampton, the theatre and maternity ward staff. Both well.

Brady and Tamara along with proud big brothers Eli and Korbin would like to introduce our final baby a precious wee girl Evie Kiri Ann (5lb 2oz, 43cm long) born at 9.13am on January 18, 2018. Huge thankyou to the awesome Shona Wills, student midwife Chelsea, Helen Crampton and all the theatre staff and the paediatric team. Photo provided.

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Marlborough Weddings I love working with couples to create a very special wedding ceremony that is unique to them.

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Purpose built area perfect for weddings He’s proposed, there’s a beautiful engagement ring on her finger and now the planning has begun.

All that’s left is to finalise where, when and how your dream wedding day will take place. There are endless options for wedding venues throughout Marlborough, but one in particular is gaining a lot of interest.

The W hitehaven Wine Room, located within the ASB Theatre Marlborough, is a purpose built function area overlooking the Taylor River.

It’s capable of seating up to 120 people and boasts the services of the in-house Marlborough Light & Sound and the professional event management team.

Not only that, but couples can have their choice of caterers.

To demonstrate just how amazing the Whitehaven Wine Room is as a wedding venue, there will be an Open Day from Friday April 27 – Sunday 29. The open hours on Friday and Saturday from 10am – 9pm, and on Sunday between 12–5pm. PBA

The Whitehaven Wine Room within the ASB Theatre is a fantastic wedding venue, overlooking the Taylor River.

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Advice for grooms Hey grooms, it’s not all about just getting up, dressed and out the door on your wedding day.

There are a few other things to remember too.

Alarm clock Yes it’s obvious, but if you had a late one the night before you may sleep through and end up running behind on time.

Breakfast Most important meal of the day. Plus if you have a few glasses of bubbles during the day, you won’t want it to be on an empty stomach.

Surprise your wife-to-be Why not get her a little gift or even write her a note that

she can enjoy on the morning of the wedding. It will show her you are thinking of her and add a little more romance to the day.

Look your best All eyes will be on you as you wait at the alter, so put in the preparation to look your best. Make a list of things to do like iron your shirt, shave, shower properly and tie your tie like a pro.

You can say no to the beersies Yes the getting ready part of the day is fun, and nice to have a beer with the boys, but don’t drink too much in the morning. It’s OK to calm the nerves but you don’t want

to be feeling sick at the alter.

Likewise, if you go out with the boys the night before, it might not be a good idea to end up with a hangover or to be stumbling through the day.

Keep hydrated That said, drink up! But the non-alcoholic variety.

Make sure you drink plenty in the morning, and keep a bottle of water on you for the day. It’s a busy job being a groom.

The rings While it’s a good idea to give the job of looking after the rings to the best man, you still need to make sure you know where they are.

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Here to help make your wedding day special Carol Taylor Marriage Celebrant mobile: 021 399 649 e : carol@nzweddingvows.co.nz www.nzweddingvows.co.nz

Last year's Beavertown Blenheim Lions Bride of the Year Show winner Loren Patchett being congratulated by her fellow contestants. File photo.

Woodend Gardens

Bride show set for June The Beavertown Blenheim Lions Bride of the Year Show for 2018 is in the process of being organised by its hard working committee.

What’s interesting about this year’s show is that it will be in a new venue with a slightly different format, convenor Noeline Stewart says.

“This year we will be holding the show at the ASB

Theatre.

“It will be theatre style seating with a cocktail hour with drinks and nibbles held before the show.

“We will also be having trade tables for businesses wanting to showcase their services and wares, as well as our ever popular silent auction and raffles on the night,” she says.

Noeline and the committee

invite businesses interested in booking a trade table for a $75 cost, to contact them.

Brides wanting to register a place in the show are also encouraged to get their application forms.

For more information and for application forms, email bblbrideoftheyear@gmail. com The cost per bride entry is only $25.

Stress-free wedding tips Here are some tips for a stress-free wedding day.

• You ca n’t cont rol everything, especially the weather. You can, however, prepare in advance, especially if your ceremony or reception is outdoors. Ask your rental company to put an extra marquee on reserve.

You can also reserve standup fans if you’re worried about a heat wave. After that? Stop looking at the hourly forecast every 45 seconds.

• Hire an event co-ordinator. You may be tempted to think you can do all of the planning yourself, but by hiring someone to handle the details on the day can make a huge difference.

Remember, you should be a guest at your wedding, not the staff.

• Keep your schedule clear! It’s tempting to plan a big brunch or line up manicures, pedicures, hair, and a bikini wax on the morning of the wedding, but try not to do too much. Just stick to the absolute necessities and your wedding day will fly by faster than you could ever imagine. If you have too many activities, you won’t have space to take in the real once-in-a-lifetime moments.

• Have alone time with your new husband. This is a biggie. You need to make a date with your new spouse during the reception, even if it’s just 10 minutes or so.

Take a few moments to hang out in a dressing room. Or, if you’re driving from a church to the reception, go alone rather than riding with the whole wedding party.

• Ask someone to be a keepsake wrangler. You may not remember to grab the little things like programmes, menus, napkins etc, so ask a friend to collect some for your keepsake box.

• Remember what’s important. Zippers will break, flower girls will cry, music may not play on cue, but what matters is the marriage, not the height of the centerpieces. So enjoy the day as a whole rather than worrying about the small details.

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out & about

A touch of country

Blenheim band Southbound played country songs for an appreciative crowd at Pollard Park on Sunday afternoon.

Silvia O’Leary enjoying the music at Pollard Park.

Awhina Reid at the Pollard Park concert.

Country went down well with Richard Stewart.

Concert in the park

Hiria Moanaroa at the concert.

The Marlborough District Brass Band and the Maori Sidesteps featured in the Marlborough 4 Fun concert in Pollard Park on Sunday evening.

Annie and Thea Cox enjoying the afternoon at Pollard Park.

Tuamarina Rodeo Vintage Machinery Field Day

Joanna Topliss and Jeremy Falconer at Pollard Park on Sunday evening.

Riley and Katie Lomax enjoying the Sunday evening show.

The Tuamarina Rodeo was held in fine blustry conditions on Sunday, with plenty of spills and action for the crowd.

Angus and Sophie Oswald from Awatere take in the sights Vince Fearn, Koromiko and Bruce Knight, Fairhall enjoying the day Six year old Zoey Knight-Macle enjoys a ride on the and candy floss at the Rodeo.

‘Chair O Plane’ at the Tuamarina Rodeo. out at the Rodeo and Vintage Machinery Field Day on Sunday.

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community services

death notices

community notices

Urgent Care Centre: Wairau Hospital Grounds. Entry off Hospital Rd, Blenheim 8am-8pm daily. Phone (03) 520 6377.

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 1pm-5pm 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 Wairau Hospital: Hospital Visiting Hours: 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 10am-3pm. 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 8.30-5.30pm, Sat 9-2pm, Queen Charlotte Pharmacy 573 7927 Sat 9-1pm.

Blenheim Healing Rooms Open 1st & 3rd Saturdays every month.

11am-12.30pm. Salvation Army HQ, Henry St, Blenheim. Sign out. Free Christian healing prayer available to anyone. Phone 578 9704.

Community Elder Care Programmes St Christopher’s Talk /Tech /Teach every Thursday but the fourth Thursday at 9.30am.

KeepingUMoving every Thursday but the fourth Thursday at 11.30am. Older Person Seminar fourth Thursday of the month at 10am.

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

Mental Health Consumer Advocacy Service

BARBARA, Brian Anthony: Sadly taken from us on February 17, 2018.

Loving and devoted husband and soulmate of Sharon, and loved and cherished by his family and friends.

Bri, you will be missed by us all.

A memorial service will be held in Blenheim - date to be advised.

Messages to Sharon, 2/742 Peninsula Drive, The Glades, Robina, Gold Coast, Queensland 4226, Australia.

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.

St Christopher’s Goodwill Friday 2nd March 9am-noon at the Church Hall Redwoodtown. Usual bargains, good used clothing, household goods and books.

In Memoriam

‘You Are Not Alone’ Depression Support Group

Remember your lost loved one on their anniversary.

Every Wednesday 10-11.30am. Bread of Life 14B Stephenson Street. Everyone welcome.

Questions? contact Barb 0277372403 5781355 Extn 10.

Please contact the Sun for further details. 577 7868.

in memoriam

death notices

Kara Sinead Ellis Always thinking of you.

Missing you always.

STEWART, Margaret Joyce: On Friday February 23 2018 at Wairau Hospital, peacefully with family at her side. Dearly loved partner of Moses Hapakuku, adored Mum, Nana, Great Nana, sister, sister-in-law, aunty, and friend to many. Messages may be sent to 24 Dillons Point Road, Blenheim 7201. A service for Margaret was held at her home on Tuesday February 27, followed by interment at Fairhall Cemetery.

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

Love Mum

NARAYAN, Walter: Passed away, suddenly, on Monday February 26 2018. Aged 40 years. Loved son and stepson of Frances and Barrie, loved Dad of Jordan, Latoya, Darnella, and Harley. Special friend of Joleen. Loved brother of Wilson, Tony, Johnny and Daphne.

Messages may be sent to Flat 1, 7 Wrights Road, Addington, Christchurch 8024. Family and friends may visit between 6 - 7pm on Thursday evening March 1 at 32B Warwick Street. A funeral service for Walter will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, at 1pm on Friday March 2, followed by private cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.

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

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All members and intending members are invited to attend.

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Rai Valley A&P Show Saturday 3rd March Carluke Domain in Rai Valley Gates open at 7am Live entertainment, throughout the day Sturgeons, competitions, Rai Challenge, woodchopping, Giant Pumpkin Competition with massive prizes and loads more

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Thursday

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Housie 7.00pm Clubs Main Hall Quiz 7.15pm Main Bar

Friday Members Draw $3900.00

Come and listen to Colin’s story of transformation.

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Payroll and Accounts Assistant

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Closing date: Sunday, 4 March 2018 (11.55pm).

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Adultstart Beginners Badminton Seniors on 5 March from 7-9pm In a Fun, Friendly Environment Held every Monday except on Public Holidays On Monday 26 February only from 7pm-8.30pm All welcome

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Seniors start 12 onMarch 5 March at 7-9pm Monday at 7.30pm Held every Monday except on Public Holidays All events at St Mary’s Hall Allheld welcome Cnr Hodson & Francis Streets, Blenheim

Online application, CV and cover letter are required before your application can be processed. Enquiries can be made to Human Resources Nelson telephone: (03) 546 1274 or email vacancies@nmdhb.govt.nz

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Cnr Hodson & Francis Streets, Blenheim situations vacant Ph Mike or Anna on 579 1954 Email: blenheimshuttlers@gmail.com www.sportsground.co.nz/blenheimbadminton

Forklift Drivers We have vacancies at our Havelock Wharf processing plant for suitable people to assist with the dispatch and grading of our product.

The position includes forklift driving, making up orders and assisting with the grading plant operations.

Literacy Marlborough is seeking expressions of interest from qualified, experienced adult literacy tutors.

If you hold NZCATT (cert in tertiary teaching) or NCALNE Voc or wish to upskill to latter, please contact jane@literacymarlborough.org.nz

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

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Available shift times are 6pm to 6am and 6am to 6pm, six nights/days per week.

Commercial and Revenue Analyst

We are a progressive electricity distribution business providing high quality services to the Marlborough region and are seeking to employ a Commercial and Revenue Analyst at our Alfred Street Office.

We are a progressive electricity distribution business The primary this position providing high duties qualityof services to the include: Marlborough • Preparation of monthly invoices atofull electricity region and are seeking to employ time Payroll retailers for network at services and Accounts Assistant our Alfred Street Office.

• Undertaking business analysis of energy The primary duties of this position include: volumes, network prices and consumption  Management of payroll processing and payroll trends databases • Assisting with regulatory disclosures  Financial accounting duties such as account •reconciliation Information requests and revenue assurance. and payment processing

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The successful applicant will: • A Tertiary business qualification or similar  have good time management skills and be able commercial analytical experience to meet processing deadlines • Good computer skills with advanced knowledge  have an advanced level of competence in in Excel Microsoft Office including Excel • Good time management, report writing and An entry-level Accounting communication skills. qualification would be an advantage.

This opportunity is offered as either a full time role or for a minimum of 32 hours a week.

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Please apply in person on weekdays between 8.30am and 4.00pm to: Talleys Group Limited, 3 Rangitane Drive, Havelock Wharf, Havelock.

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WRITING vacancy Do you have a passion for writing and writing stories about people.

If you have an excellent command of the english language you might be that person we are looking for.

Hours can be flexible, age is no barrier.

If you think this is for you please send a sample of your writing to: les@blenheimsun.co.nz

Applications close Monday 12 March 2018

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We require an enthusiastic and passionate baker capable of producing high standard products. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a skilled team in a successful supermarket.

We see the successful applicant as having: • A good understanding of the bakery industry and products • A passion for baking • Self motivation • Excellent communication skills • Experience • Innovative ideas • Great customer service • A focus on teamwork

SALES AND PRODUCTION MANAGER REQUIRED We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Sales and Production Manager to join our family business in Renwick. Our ideal candidate will be highly organised, motivated and have experience with sales and production. The role involves managing a great team of people in a friendly and supportive environment, as well as production control, sales, and keeping our loyal customers happy.

If this sounds like you, please apply in your own handwriting to: Allan Newman, Newman Graphics, 60 High Street, Renwick.

A 90 day trial period will apply and candidates must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

Key responsibilities include: • Producing a range of consistently high-quality products to meet demand • Maintaining a high standard of merchandising • Adhering to Health & Safety and Food Safety Standards • Delivering excellent customer service

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Deputy Reserves Ranger Permanent part-time

This role is responsible for back up for our Reserves Ranger undertaking duties throughout the Marlborough district.

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Applications close Monday 7 August 2017

Suitable applicants should be physically fit and able to work with minimal supervision.

Forklift experience preferred but full training is available. Must have full car drivers licence.

All applicants must have the right to work in NZ.

Following positions available: Harvester Drivers, Tractor/Gondola Drivers

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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Marlborough Cricket Association (MCA) is a forwardthinking organisation responsible for driving the sport forward across the region at all levels of the game.

MCA is poised to do some great things and a new constitution which has been approved by the organisation’s membership will transition the association to a Board structure governed by seven volunteer directors to enable these exciting developments.

Applications are now open to candidates who can demonstrate outstanding governance and leadership experience, a vision for the future, and a mix of strengths across key skills and competencies outlined in the new framework.

The following documents are available upon request: • Skills and Competencies Framework • Marlborough Cricket Association Constitution • Strategic Plan Directors will be required to undergo regular governance reviews and be willing to develop their personal governance capabilities by completing programmes such as ‘Governance 101 for Cricket’ through Sport NZ. Applicants should apply by email to admin@ marlboroughcricket.co.nz attaching their cover letter and CV. The Board Appointments Panel will evaluate all applications, conduct interviews and nominate suitable candidates for appointment by 4 April 2018.

Applications close on 9 March 2018.

Be part of an exciting future for Marlborough Cricket.

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Hocquard a winner at show

By Bill McElhinney Blenheim axeman Geoffrey Hocquard had the best performance of the local axemen at the South Island championships held at the Murchison A & P show last weekend.

Geoff won the South Island standing championship and took second place in the single sawing championship.

Geoff also paired with Raewyn Windley from Canterbury to take second place in the Jack and Jill double sawing championship.

Other axemen representing Marlborough were Willie Abel and Robbie Brownlee, who competed in the standing, underhand and sawing events and the team’s races.

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Summer runners Marlborough Harriers Club meets on Thursday at the Taylor Dam, Taylor Pass Road, at 5.45pm for ar 6pm start: Meet and see where it takes you. Shorter distances available, your choice.

Everyone is welcome to participate.

These runs are non-competitive and are made as enjoyable as possible. The cost is $2 per week.

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The South Island Axemen's Assn 2018 championships ribbon presentation for the standing championship. Back from left: Neil Hateley (Buller) 4th; Geoffrey Hocquard (Marlborough) 1st; Joe Cox (Canterbury) 2nd; Logan Tinomana (Buller) 3rd. Front from left: Murchison A & P president Lance Howley, Pete Templeton (Southland/Otago team manager).

Finn Sloan competed in the junior events and a team’s race and Murray Hocquard competed in the sawing team races.

Willie won the South Island veterans standing championship and was third in the axe throwing competition.

Finn was placed third in the South Island junior underhand championship and third in the South Island junior standing championship.

The South Island Championship standing and underhand events are for the top 16 axemen with the highest handicap marks for each event.

Roll up and have some fun

By Bill McElhinney If you would like to have some fun and meet some nice people, roll up to the Saint Ninians Church hall in Riley Crescent next Monday, March 5, at 7pm There you’ll meet the members of the Witherlea Bowling Club, who will be happy to introduce you to the fun of playing indoor bowls.

“It’s good fun and also great physical and mental activity,” club member Stan Paul says.

“You won’t need anything except flat-sole shoes,” club president Gary Parlane says.

“We’ll provide the equipment and club

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members will be there to show you what to do.

“And there’s no charge,” Gary says.

“If you’re interested you can come along for a few weeks and just try it out.

Just come and have a go!”

The club has been meeting in the Witherlea School Hall for the past 12 years, but have now relocated to the St Ninians venue.

There are about 20 current members, some of who have played in Marlborough Association representative teams.

“You don’t have to be competitive,” club member Joy McKenzie says.

“You can compete if you want, or you can just

Witherlea Indoor Bowls Club members Stan Paul, Joy McKenzie and Gary Parlane will be on hand on Monday night to help you enjoy a game of bowls.

enjoy the social side.

“And it’s a game that’s suitable for all ages – we have both young and old enjoying bowls together.”

“It’s different from lawn bowls,” Gary says.

“The bowls are a different size, and you’re not out in the hot sun all day!”

Anyone wanting more information is welcome to call Stan on 578 9727, or Joy on 577 6191.

Come and see

On Saturday, March 17, the Marlborough Harrier Club is holding a public open day for runners, walkers and those that just want to get out into the fresh air.

Meet at the Taylor Dam, at the car park at the back of the dam at 2pm.

Children and adults welcome.

Bring the family.

Come and see and participate no matter your ability.

Some of us harriers are slow and some do walk.

Free BBQ, tea, coffee, water available.

A new sign

There is a new harrier sign at Churchward Park, Taylor Pass Road, opposite the public hospital.

Thanks to Bill Hunter for organising the making of the sign and volunteers for erecting. Our special thanks to Liz Valk of Valk Designs for designing the sign and getting it to BB Signs for free.

Blenheim Golf draw

The draw for the Blenheim Golf Club’s 1000 men’s tournament on Sunday.

8.00: Brian Brown, Bob Tapp, Guido Bertogg, Stu McLagen; 8.10: Mike Guillemont, Warren Ingram, Bob Pennington, Brian Yarrall; 8.20: Ian Hatcher, Mike MacLeod, Dave Menzies, Ross Agnew; 8.30: Alby Atkinson, Min McCann, Roland Van Asch, Wayne Geer; 8.40: Luke Yarrall, Clive Aitchison, James Brunel, Lord Wolfe of Houghun Manor.

8.50: starters time.

9.00: Mike Le Compte, Barry Forbes, Alf Van Der Hulst, Barry Drummond; 9.10: Craig Newman, Trent Davies, Mike Gardiner; 9.20: Andrew Hickey, Paddy Couchman, Doug Shaw, Phil Starkey; 11.30: Desz Campbell, John Saxton, Ash Ticehurst, John Anderson; 11.40: Graeme Daines, Buck Asplet, Paul Silke, Clarry Neame; 11.50: Murray Belk, Ted Collier, Michael Daines, Ewan McLaughlin; 12.00: Dave Watson, Mike Watson, Ryan Windleburn, Jason Randall; 12.10: Terry Lane, Owen Gibbs, Mark Milne, Ian Hale; 12.20: Mike McConnell, Tony Lloyd, Clive Drummond, Greg Thomas; 12.30: Dan Crawford, Werner Pluss, Kyle Stuart, Kent Morgan.

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