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By Celeste Alexander Blue Luxton is just one of the many children at Picton Kindergarten working with teachers to help solve the decline in monarch butterflies.

Head teacher Jo Huntley says this year they have found around 30 caterpillars and raised them indoors.

“We have given caterpillars to Picton and Waikawa Bay school classrooms to raise them too and are now giving them to families to look after.

Continued page 2 Blue Luxton (4) of Picton Kindergarten is all smiles as he gets close with a monarch butterfly.

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Young scientists tag butterflies Continued from page 1 “We want to share our love for these beautiful taonga (treasures) as well as educate others about them and what they can be doing to care for them,” she says.

As part of their exploration and discovery, Picton Kindergarten has a group of keen researchers and conservationist (kaitiaki) who have raised monarch caterpillars indoors, learned about the life cycle and have now joined the monarch butterfly tagging programme.

“The main purpose of tagging is to see where the butterflies go over winter,” Jo says.

Children Holly Browning and Blue Luxton say they are really enjoying the process.

“We bring them inside so the wasps don’t eat them... they have big stingers,”

Holly says.

“We tag the butterflies so we know where they go. We like the butterflies because they are native ones.”

According to Jo tagging a butterfly is a delicate process which involves us carefully placing a tiny round sticker on one of the butterfly’s hind wings.

“These stickers are made from polypropylene and only weigh 0.0006grams, therefore they do not affect the flight or balance of the butterflies.

“The learning has been endless for the children, teachers and the families. We want to now engage our community in this learning and to keep an eye out for tagged monarch butterflies. If you do see tagged butterfly you can report the Samara Hunia holding the magnifying glass and Holly Browning holding sighting on www.monarch.org.nz,” she monarch caterpillar while studying the butterfly's lifecycle at Picton says.

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Locals fight for monarch survival

By Celeste Alexander Last Wednesday’s article ‘End of a monarchy?’ has generated a huge response from all over Marlborough.

Blenheim siblings Maz and Charlotte Inwood are among many locals who are busy raising caterpillars and butterflies after discovering the caterpillars were being eaten by wasps, ants and the praying mantixs.

So far this season Maz and Charlotte have successfully released 11 butterflies and have around 20 caterpillars in varying sizes.

“Lets hope our small contribution to the monarch population helps,” their mother Stacey Inwood says.

The main culprit that many readers have reported is the praying mantis.

Retiree David Green says he was ‘surprised’ by how destructive the praying mantis has been on his caterpillar numbers.

Maz Inwood with monarch caterpillars and butterflies his family is raising at home. Photo provided.

she has raised 50 monarchs this year.

“If people knew how to do it, it would make a difference. I have a swan plant out my door and when I see butterflies we go collect eggs, cut a piece of plant off, bring it in and after five to seven days they hatch to grubs.

“I keep on feeding them and when they get fairly big I put a box over them and they go into chrysalis. When they turn black I let them unfold and put the box outside and when they are ready they will fly away,” she says.

Rebecca Kane and her children Jed, Harry and Eva are equally as passionate and aim to ‘spread the joy as well as increasing their survival rate’.

“During recent years I have been looking after monarch butterflies inside. This season we have probably released over 20 butterflies so far,” she says.

“At the moment I have 12 caterpillars but would have been one more if it wasn’t for a praying mantis.” Penny Tuckerman also says the wasps and praying mantis are

the monarch’s biggest enemy.

“The other one to watch is the earwig which will eat out a chrysalis if able to.

“I have about 50 swan plants in my garden and have raised

at this point of time 59 monarchs. I release the butterflies and hope they return to my garden. I’ve been doing this for four years,” she says.

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Colleges plan review A plan to re-locate Marlborough Boys’ and Girls’ Colleges is under review.

Labour’s Education Minister, Chris Hipkins, has asked the Ministry of Education to review the business case for the project. All options will be reviewed, including building a coeducational college and refurbishing the existing colleges.

Ministry spokesperson Kim Shannon said there were difficulties finding the right site for a co-educational college and costs had changed since the project was announced three years ago. The ministry will be consulting with the colleges and keeping the community updated, Kim says.

Blenheim Ukulele Club members Neil Gibbs, Jessie Farrugia, and Daryl and Pam Jones hope to see lots of other ukulele players at the Vines Village on Saturday.

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It’s a four-string flash mob plinking their way to fame

By Bill McElhinney Ukulele players of Marlborough unite – your time to shine has come!

There’s a ukulele flash mob planned at the Vines Village on Saturday and players of all ages and abilities are welcome to come.

Neil Gibbs from the Blenheim Ukulele Group (BUGS) is the organiser, and says other Blenheim groups the Castaways and the Ukes of Marlborough will be there, along with special guests The Plinkers, from Nelson.

“It’s a free day of music and fun,” Neil says. “You can join in, bring your ukulele or a tambourine or sing along; everyone’s welcome.”

Neil would like to see Blenheim ukulele players form more of a community and get together more regularly.

“There are lots of people out there who play, or who have played,” Neil says.

“There are parents and kids who learned to play, then haven’t played for a while and might have given up. Maybe they have nowhere to play. We want to encourage people to get going again and have fun.”

The Blenheim Ukulele group meets at 6.30pm on Wednesday evening at the Mercy Room in Maxwell Road, next door to the St Mary’s Parish community centre.

Beatle George Harrison loved the ukulele, and really, what’s not to love?

For its dainty size, the uke can make a powerfully cheerful sound, and it’s an instrument both beginners and expert players can learn and easily carry around.

As Neil says, “You can pick up a ukulele and anybody can learn to play a couple of tunes in a day or even a few hours.

“There are only four strings, so you won’t get tangled up. And if you want to get good at it, there’s no end to what you can do.”

Famous ukulele players include Israel Kamakawiwo’ole, the late Hawaain musical legend best

known for his world famous ukulele backed version of Over the Rainbow.

And anyone that has played the ukulele has probably heard of Tiny Tim, the American singer well remembered for his ukulele version of Tiptoe through the Tulips.

In Hawaii, where the late George Harrison owned a 150-acre retreat, and where he was known as Keoki, it’s said he bought ukuleles in batches and gave them away.

“Everyone I know who is into the ukulele is ‘crackers,” George is reported to have said. “You can’t play it and not laugh!”

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It is with a ‘very sad heart’ that Central Rugby Club farewelled one of its champions, David ‘Popeye’ Davis Honatana.

He passed away on April 3 after a battle with cancer.

David was a great supporter and player for Central.

“We will miss your cries and cheers from the sideline at our games and we will do you proud this year as you watch us from above. “ - Central RFC.

House prices climb The average asking price for properties across Marlborough has climbed above half a million dollars, latest figures from realestate.co.nz show.

Vanessa Taylor from realestate.co.nz said Marlborough properties were being sought by buyers in Auckland, Wellington and Canterbury. The average asking price for properties has increased from $463,730 in February to $504,476 in March.

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Never too old for an adventure

Brian Pearce and the motorbike he travelled New Zealand on.

By Megan Connolly Seventy years ago Brian Pearce set off on a motorbike adventure that spanned the entire length of New Zealand.

Then, at 89 years of age, Brian thought, “Bugger it, better do it again”.

At the end of last year Brian set off on his bike while his wife, Louise, followed along in their motor home. The only thing that interrupted them was the November earthquake, so they had to split the journey in two.

“It’s a lot different from having a suitcase strapped to

the back of your bike,” Brian laughs.

Brian’s says he’s been riding “all his life”.

“Well, almost,” Louise interjects.

At 13 Brian remembers riding his brother’s motorbike when he wasn’t watching.

A lot has changed since his ride in 1947.

“It was all gravel roads back then and no easy passages.

We had to ship our bikes on the ferry from Lyttleton to Wellington,” Brian says.

The two aren’t strangers to adventure.

They built a boat and sailed around the world for nine years, visiting 64 countries along the way. Then later they added two more countries to the list by doing a motorbike tour of Vietnam and Cambodia.

The pair say they have been a part of the Ulysses Motorcycle Club for “a few years”. And by a few years, they mean 11 years.

Louise says, “We’ve had a lot of adventures but we’re still up for a few more. The only thing he won’t let me do is a parachute jump.”

A new kind of warrior

By Megan Connolly It’s hard not to feel positive when Sarah McAlister talks about her group, Warrior Women.

To say Warrior Women is just a social or fitness group would be a gross understatement.

It is a support system that promotes shared values and self-esteem. A place where positivity and empowerment is not only encouraged but practised.

They meet at the Wither Hills walkway every Wednesday night from 5.30pm to walk the track. Everyone is encouraged to walk at their own pace.

The goal is not the walk itself, but rather the taking part in the activity.

It’s been a long journey for Sarah.

She grew up in a poor environment; she could barely say ‘Hi’ to someone on the street, let alone look someone in the eye.

The idea of Warrior Women was born from her wanting to create more real life role models. Sarah says.

“I didn’t have many role models growing up. Then I had a daughter and I wanted her to be a whole lot better human than I was.”

Her inspiring way of thinking has become more common in our nation.

“It’s just spreading the message that it’s not okay to put others down,” Sarah says “We’re not going to buy into the mean girls act. How amazing would it be if we were to support and build each other up instead.

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Express lunch menu available from 11.30am weekdays Cocktails after 5 Lapu Oliver and Mitch Saunaqali organising a Fiji Aid collection drop off at the Blenheim Sun office.

Aid for cyclone hit Fiji Last Sunday morning around 7am a category one cyclone called Josie hit Fiji’s western side.

The cyclone caused havoc, killing six people and causing extensive damage to crops, housing, and water purification.

Without much rest from the rain over the last few days, the citizens of Fiji are preparing for another hit.

Cyclone Keni is expected to hit around midday Tuesday, following the same path as Josie, little over a week later Mitch Saunaqali and Lapu Oliver, members of the pacific island community in Blenheim, are “devastated” by what happened when

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they saw pictures of Nasolo, a town on the western side.

“We’re worried about the children with all the outbreaks of dengue fever at the moment,” Lapu says.

Many of the schools have been turned into evacuation centres in preparation for the Tuesday cyclone.

The pair is asking for aid in the form of anything that isn’t food.

“Sheets, blankets, mosquito nets, summer clothes—anything,” Mitch says.

Bring any items you have that you’d wish to donate into the Blenheim Sun Office on High Street for collection.

Fallen soldiers remembered The Marlborough Returned and Services Association (RSA) was busy last Thursday morning, placing memorial white crosses in honour of Marlborough’s fallen soldiers in the garden beds of Seymour Square.

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The crosses were made by members of the RSA and the Marlborough Guild of Woodworkers and were painted by inmates at Christchurch Women’s Prison.

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Arvensis still here Dear Ed, In reply to the text “Where are you, arvensis?” (April 6) kindly saying they enjoy my writing thank you, and I’m still here, never fear!

I’m still regularly sending in my seasonal musings. My latest for Autumn Equinox on March 21 was, annoyingly, not published by The Marlborough Express until March 30, which may be why you missed reading them.

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Dear Ed, There was a heading in the paper several weeks ago: “Big council increases in rates in the next 10 year plan.”

Does this include the $7500 a week the council has gifted the ASB Theatre Trust, a total per annum of $390,000?

I have been amazed that no other ratepayers have questioned this, as the theatre was to be completely self-funded, as was the Millennium Art Gallery.

Could someone in the council please explain this to us ratepayers. Thanks Ron Davis Blenheim

The Marlborough District Council replies: When the theatre project was put forward in 2011, part of the proposal was that council would contribute to its operating costs in the same way as it contributes to the running of the stadium, swimming pool and the Millenium Art Gallery.

Initially that contribution was agreed at $200,000 a year, while the theatre was still in the planning stage. However, by 2016 it was known what the actual operating costs of the theatre would be and this contribution was increased by a further $190,000. The views of

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the whole community were taken into account when council made its decision.

The trust model used to deliver the community functions such as the stadium, swimming pool, art gallery and theatre have proven to be highly cost effective to ratepayers. One reason for this is that these trusts can access funding sources that the council can’t.

Whilst not directly related, the theatre is forecast to discount its standard hire rates to local community users by over $300,000 this financial year.

Roadside recycling Dear Ed, As a new resident to the Marlborough area I am amazed to see that a business is permitted to operate a metal recycling facility in New Renwick Road.

Such an activity in a residential area is totally unacceptable. Most district plans in New Zealand would consider such a business to be a noxious activity and therefore to only be permitted in an industrial area with a number of strict controls.

The operator also makes extensive use of the roadside for the storage of materials and this often extends to an adjoining road.

Scrap metal recycling has a high level of fire risk and atmospheric pollution. It would be of interest to know if the council was undertaking any monitoring of the site.

This business has an adverse effect on the surrounding residential neighbours and also a blight on the landscape for tourists travelling to visit all the various facilities at Omaka, a world renowned tourist attraction.

As a result of the District Plan review, it would be hoped that such an activity will be rightly located in an industrial area.

A. Ferguson Blenheim The council replies: Thank you for raising this issue with us.

Council is happy to investigate this matter further. We have requested that your details be passed onto us so we can contact you directly.

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Dear Ed, The council are proposing to build a pyrolysis plant near residential areas, schools, hospital, and church.

This plant will pollute the area with toxic emissions (arsenic, copper etc).

The council knows this but what was in the MDC section of the Marlborough Midweek (March29)? “Burn cleanly this winter.”

It goes on to say open fires, inefficient wood burners and poor wood burning practices are responsible for Blenheim’s winter air pollution.

What hypocrites. I would rather have normal wood burning pollution than one that contains toxic elements.

Submissions are open on the council’s website regarding this plant.

I urge people to sign up and vote no for this plant being built anywhere near residential areas.

Also why is the council planning to pay up to $500,000 per year of ratepayer money towards this plant? It’s the wineries’ problem; let them foot the bill. lan Burke Blenheim

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Hoping for the supreme award

By Celeste Alexander “We are really excited and hope to return inspired and fired up with enthusiasm,” say Sonia O’Regan and Sophie Preece, who are in Queenstown representing Marlborough at the Trustpower National Community Awards tomorrow and Friday.

The two women are trustees of the Marlborough Readers & Writers Charitable Trust which was named the Supreme Winner at the Trustpower Marlborough Community Awards last year.

The Trust runs the Marlborough Book Festival which held its first event in July 2014, assisted by a commitee of volunteers

and volunteers who help out over the festival weekend.

Everyone involved describes themselves as ‘book lovers’ and are passionate about ensuring Marlborough has a writers’ festival of its own.

The group is now up against the country’s best and brightest voluntary groups and organisations at the national awards in the hope of walking away with the top spot.

Sonia and Sophie will be representing the group which is made up of volunteers and trustees, joined by Mayor John Leggett and Anne Best.

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Blue Door chairperson Sue Duckworth gets a hug from St Marks manager Peter Rijhnen after Blue Door donated $16,300 to the centre.

Blue Door gives St Marks a boost

By Bill McElhinney It’s people helping people to help people . . .

Blenheim charity Blue Door, which raises money through the sale of donated second hand goods, has made a sizeable donation to Blenheim St Marks Addiction Treatment Centre.

“We didn’t expect this!” a delighted St Marks manager Peter Rijhnen said when Blue Door chairperson Sue Duckworth told him of the donation last week.

“We always put in applications for grants, but we don’t always expect to get the money, so this was wonderful. It will enable us to do some really necessary things for both our clients and our staff.”

The Blue Door donation of $16,300 is part of the $38,000 that Blue Door has given to local groups over the last six months, Sue says.

“We are really pleased to be able to help St Marks; they’re doing a job that no one else is doing,” Sue says.

St Marks is the only residential treatment centre for both men and women north of Christchurch.

Clients come with moderate or severe addictions to substances from alcohol to methamphetamine.

The St Marks site in Main Street was purchased from the Anglican Church in 2003 and the church building is now a reception and living area.

Male and female accommodation has been added to the back of the church and a second house has been added to provide extra accommodation and a common room and hobbies room.

In 2010 St Marks purchased the adjoining property at 63 Main Street which will be post treatment supportive accommodation, where clients can live in a flatting situation while they seek permanent accommodation.

“The refurbishment of the support house is continuing,” Peter says. “The bedroom and bathroom areas are completed, and work is now focused on the kitchen area and living room.

“We’ve had really good support from the people and organisations in Blenheim. This community really responds to people’s needs. It’s great.”

St Marks has four trained clinical staff, a part-time nurse and two part-time administrators.

The centre operates seven days a week with 24-hour support from on-site staff and provides adult crisis respite care for Nelson Marlborough clients.

go... everyone is so hard working and gives so much of their time,” Sonia says.

As part of the awards, Sonia and Sophie will give an eight-minute presentation sharing their story, achievements and why they deserve the title of the Trustpower National Community Awards Supreme Winner.

The group will be judged on their presentation along with a 1000 word summary.

“I think the most exciting part for us will be seeing how many people are willing to do so much for voluntary groups and the things they are passionate about,” they say.

Sophie Preece and Sonia O’Regan are excited to be representing Marlborough at the Trustpower National Community Awards in Queenstown.

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Dr Jim bows out Music, motorcars and medicine – Jim Vause has retired from Redwoodtown Doctors, but he tells Bill McElhinney he won’t be putting his feet up any time soon.

Jim Vause has enjoyed his 32 years as a general practitioner at Redwoodtown Doctors.

Jim Vause spent a lot of time last week saying goodbye.

After 32 years as a GP at his Redwoodtown medical practice, Jim finished last Friday.

“I’ve said goodbye to a lot of patients, many of them friends, who I’ve seen over the years,” Jim says.

“The second patient I ever saw when I first came to Redwoodtown was still around five years ago.”

A graduate of University of Otago, Jim has been practising medicine since 1976.

“And I’m still trying to get it right,” he says with his warm smile.

Redwoodtown Doctors opened in 1986 when Jim and Ruth Vause moved to Blenheim from Central Otago following the birth of their first son, Andy.

They began the practice in a small house next to the chemist shop.

“It was just Ruth and I,” Jim says.

“She was the people person and I was the doctor, with our baby son Andy crawling around the office floor.

“Redwoodtown was pretty well

established, even though it was considered to be on the outskirts of town.

“But there were a good number of retired people in the area.”

Penny Wytenburg joined Jim in 1987 as a registrar following her intern years at Wairau Hospital.

Later, the practice moved to 73a Cleghorn St, now the Nelmar building.

In 1997 the former PostBank Redwoodtown building came up for auction and Redwoodtown Doctors moved in.

Ruth died suddenly after a short illness in 2015.

Practising medicine has changed considerably over the years, Jim says, mostly for the better “We have such great technology available now and much better coordination between the many health providers and the hospital.”

However, there is a down side to technology, as something like a scan can uncover things that neither the patient nor doctor was aware of.

“Then we have to decide what to

do,” Jim says. “Sometimes if we stick a needle in it may make things worse, not better.”

Another thing Jim has noticed is the prevalence of cancers that don’t require treatment.

After 32 years as a GP at his Redwoodtown medical practice, Jim finished last Friday.

“The attitude in the past used to be: ‘If in doubt, chop it out.’

“But now we are more inclined to monitor the situation and won’t take action unless we really have to.”

Jim is a former president of the Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners and the first Maori to hold the presidency.

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His whakapapa is Kai Tahu and Kati Mamoe “from down Taeri way,” Jim says, “although there’s no one left down there now.”

He has had a number of advisory positions in health, both in New Zealand and internationally, but says he is always pleased to come back to Blenheim and what the job is really about – caring for patients.

“I can go to a conference in Toronto and get lost in the hype,” Jim says, “but it’s more interesting and more satisfying to be practising patient-centred medicine.”

Although Jim is guarded in his comments, there is also a sense of frustration with the proliferation of health bureaucracy.

“The bureaucrats are not really in touch what is happening at grass roots level,” he says. “’We’re really dealing with people, not numbers or systems.”

Health issues have also changed over the years.

“We see fewer stroke victims and people with severe heart disease these days,” Jim says.

“This is down to better treatment and care. And people are better informed about how to avoid these things.”

However, Jim is concerned at the rising incidence of people with diabetes, which he attributes in many cases to bad lifestyle and diet choices.

Although Jim has sold the Redwoodtown practice and has finished up there, he won’t be quitting medicine.

“I plan to work as a locum,” he says. “There are major health needs in some other parts of the country, particularly up in the North.

“I plan to help out in some of those high needs communities.”

And it won’t be all work and no play. Jim still plans to hit the odd tennis ball around, take his 1985 Toyota Corolla on the occasional car rally, and play jazz on his baby grand piano.

“The Jazz Era,” he says. “That’s my favourite. The music of Count Basie, Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington.”

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“There’s nothing like a home cooked meal!”

And it’s no different to what you will be served at the Ferryman Restaurant, thanks to the ‘wholesome, home cooking’ approach to dining with hosts Mike and Hazel Pink.

Mike and Hazel took over the Junction Hotel in October 2016 and quickly set about putting their extensive experience in hospitality to good practise, creating a space for locals and visitors to relax and enjoy.

Whether it’s a quiet drink and a bite to eat, or a nice, homely sit-down meal, the Junction Hotel has what you need.

Inside the hotel’s main bar, guests can sit and enjoy a range of craft beers and choose from the selection of bar meals.

These include long time favourites ‘Bangers & Mash’, the ‘Angus Burger served with chips’ plus many other mouthwatering temptations.

For a meal that will leave you feeling full and satisfied, the Ferryman Restaurant’s menu has a more extensive selection of meals to tempt all tastes.

What’s unique about the Ferryman Restaurant is that it still retains much of its original decor, and still carries the name it gained after the Ferry Hotel which burned down in the area during the 1950s.

“The restaurant has it’s own character and charm which we didn’t want to change. People love dining in there and often comment on how unique it looks,” Mike says.

The menu boasts of entrées, mains and desserts that can be made to suit all dietary requirements.

In the entrées choose from some of the seafood starters or a warming ‘soup of the day’, before moving onto the mains where you are spoiled for choice.

There’s the ever-popular ‘roast of the day’, juicy ribeye steak, bacon wrapped chicken,

Lunch 11:00am-2pm Weds to Sun. Dinner from 5pm 7 days Takeaway 4.30pm-9pm Takeaway and delivery available 4:30pm-9pm www.bamboogarden.co.nz Email: admin@bamboogarden.co.nz 31 Maxwell Rd, Blenheim Ph: 0-3-579 1118

The Junction Hotel's Ferryman Restaurant still retains its original decor and charm.

liver and bacon, lamb shanks, and a pasta of the day to name just a few.

Then, if you still have room for dessert, Hazel has a daily desserts board with a selection of decadent sweet treats.

Children also have their own menu with an affordable price which includes main and dessert.

“You won’t go home hungry,” Mike laughs.

“The most common complaint we receive almost daily is that we serve up too much food. At least we know our guests leave full and satisfied.”

Complementing the menu is of course the range of mainstream and craft beers, wines and ciders. Low alcohol and soft drinks are also available.

The Ferryman Restaurant is available for private bookings, so contact Mike for more information.

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Entertaining day for participants and spectators alike

By Bill McElhinney The Forrest GrapeRide 2018 was another successful event, attracting hundreds of visitors to Marlborough for the weekend. “We had a field of 1500 riders, up from 1200 last year but still down from the over 2000 we used to get prior to the closure of the road to Christchurch,” Duncan Mackenzie

from organisers Go Marlborough says.

There were few accidents during the day. Two riders fell off their bikes and were taken to Wairau Hospital where one remained overnight for observation, and race assistants were kept busy mending punctures and giving advice.

The sort course 42km Taster was popular and Duncan hopes it will attract

Beth Morgan enjoying the beer at the grape ride finish.

even more riders in the future.

Since 2005 the day has culminated with selected riders crushing grapes in an oak vat to produce a ‘Hundred Virgins’ wine for returning riders.

“There were between 2500 -3000 people relaxing in the sun at the end of the event,” Duncan says. “It was a great day!”

Chris and Wendy Florence checking out the score board at the end of the race.

Becky from Forrest serving wine samples.

Karen Tattesall, Kate McNenny and Janine Sorensen enjoying the athmosphere, food and sun.

Kennedy Florence, Jess Spencer and Caitlin Murphy getting ready to jump into the grapes.

Nicki Attridge and children Niamh and Arwen heading home after an exciting day at the grape ride together.

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Lily Joy Payton McKenzie Born March 31, 2018 Weight 8lb 11oz Hospital Wairau

Asha Reyne and Lexi Hariata Born March 17, 2018 Weight 4lb 5oz and 4lb 7oz Hospital Wellington Regional

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Anita Gregory and Troy McKenzie welcome their daughter Lily Joy Payton McKenzie (8lb 11oz, 54cm long) born at 7.21am March 31, 2018 at Wairau Hospital. Lily is the newest addition to our family and sister to Lytrell, Kalim, Laylani, Terry and Isabel. Special thanks to Cathy Middleton, Shona Wills and all the staff at Wairau Hospital. Photo provided.

Rachelle and Joseph are pleased to announce the early arrival of their twin girls Asha Reyne (4lb 5oz) and Lexi Hariata (4lb 7oz) on March 17, 2018 at 9.53am and 9.58am at Wellington Regional Hospital. Little sisters to Maisie. Special thanks to Mandy Stanton, Janine Riwaka, Life Flight, Wellington NICU and Wairau SCBU. Photo provided.

James and Annora are pleased to announce the birth of Hector (7lb 14oz) on March 29, 2018 at 11.42am at Wairau Hospital. A little brother for Florence and Beatrice. Thank you to midwife Gwen Costello, Helen Crampton and all of the maternity and surgical staff.

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Ashleigh is pleased to announce the safe arrival of a baby boy Finn James Brownlee (6lbs 1oz) on Easter Sunday April 1, 2018 at 11.07pm at Wairau Hospital. Special thanks to Jenn and Sasha and all the staff at ward two, we are both well. Photo provided.

Students bring Shakespeare to life

By Bill McElhinney Young Marlborough thespians showed their skills at the University of Otago Sheilah Winn Shakespeare Festival held at Marlborough Girls’ College on Saturday evening.

“It was a fantastic evening, with 10 entries from a variety of Shakespeare’s plays,” MGC drama teacher Shalom Del’Monte-Aberhart says.

“It was wonderful to have Queen Charlotte College involved again and their entry - a 15 minute extract Awards

Most Original Concept: Marlborough Girls’ - Twelfth Night directed by Libby McDonald and Amelia Newman-Woods.

Recovery Award: Queen Charlotte College – Julius Caesar directed by Siris Allott and Stacey Pope. Best Use of Staging Techniques: Marlborough Girls’ - A Midsummer Night’s Dream directed by Caitlin McIntyre. Best Interpretation of the Text: Marlborough Girls’ – Taming of the Shrew directed by Libby Holdaway and Aimee O’Hagan. Best Onstage Connection: Marl-

from Julius Caesar - was well presented.

Marlborough Boys’ College’s entries were fun, slick and highlighted their strength with physical comedy, Shalom says.

“Although A Midsummer Night’s Dream counts as a girls’ college entry, as it was ably directed by Girls’ College student Caitlyn McIntyre, the cast were all from Boys’ College and they did a spectacular job bringing the Pryamus and borough Boys’ – Twelfth Night – Vinnie Gray and Sam Lewis – directed by Sam Lewis. Most Promising Actor: Marlborough Boys’ – George Glover as Pyramus from A Midsummer Night’s Dream directed by Caitlin McIntyre. Victoria Haggland Judge’s Award for Outstanding Stage Presence: Queen Charlotte College – Siris Allot as Mark Anthony from Julius Caesar. Bonnie Harrison Judge’s Award for Outstanding Student Direction: Marlborough Girls’ – Caitlin McIntyre for A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Five

Thisbe play alive. George Glover was outstanding and really deserved the Most Promising Actor award.”

The awards won were well deserved by their various recipients and it was a highlight that all entries were student directed, Shalom says.

“Every year I am impressed at how the students keep building on previous years and how they keep managing to raise the bar even higher.”

minute piece to go to the SGCNZ National Shakespeare Festival – Marlborough Boys’ Two Gentlemen of Verona -Justin Cook and Kodi Rasmussen. Fifteen Minute piece to go to the SGCNA National Shakespeare Festival – Marlborough Girls’ Taming of the Shrew – Libby Holdaway and Aimee O’Hagan. Direct entry student to go straight to NSSP (National Schools Shakespeare Production) – Marlborough Girls’ Amelia Newman-Woods from Twelfth Night directed by Libby McDonald and Amelia Newman-Woods.

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It’s autumn and very soon it will be winter, but already your household may be suffering from coughs, colds and other bugs that are spreading around.

Now is a good time to be thinking about the cold and flu season and what you can be doing to protect your family.

A little prevention can go a long way, so save your sick days and consider these tips.

• Upgrade your hand-washing technique.

To really send germs down the drain, a quick rinse won’t cut it. Take your time lathering up, and pay extra attention to the backs of your hands, between your fingers, and under your nails. Not sure if you’ve scrubbed enough?

Teach your kids (and yourself) to sing at the sink: When you’ve warbled your way through two rounds of ‘Happy Birthday,’ it’s time to rinse.

• Hit the hay early. Research has shown that not getting enough sleep can make you more likely to get sick when you pick up cold viruses. And the less rest you get, the greater

your chances. Adults should aim for at least seven hours a night, while school-age kids need 10 or more.

• Get a flu shot. Health professionals advise everyone in the family who is older than six months should get one each year. What about infants? They’re too young to be vaccinated, but they can have serious problems if they get the flu. So it’s extra important for their caregivers to get flu shots instead.

• Eat a rainbow. Balanced, healthy meals with plenty of fruits and vegetables can help keep everyone’s immune system in top form.

Look for foods rich in vitamin A (sweet potatoes, carrots, spinach), vitamin C (citrus fruits), and vitamin E (almonds, sunflower seeds). Lean protein (seafood, eggs, beans) can also help boost your body’s defenses.

• Health supplements. In addition to a healthy diet, help to strengthen your family’s immunity by visiting your local phamarcy and asking which vitamin supplements would work best for your household.

Fight back with food So you want to do everything you can to stay well and avoid this year’s cold or flu?

You might want to start with your diet.

Certain foods can support your immune system and help it protect you.

One of the first things you want to do is cut down on foods that lead to inflammation.

That includes refined carbohydrates like white flour or white rice, sugar, and saturated fats found in butter and other animal fats, such as chicken skin.

In place of them it’s recommended you eat the following: • Mushrooms: These are good for your immune system, especially shiitake, maitake, and reishi mushrooms. The familiar button mushroom is a good way to get vitamin D, which you also need.

• Garlic: Eating garlic regularly is one of the best things you can do during cold and flu season. Allicin, a natural chemical in garlic, fights bacteria and possibly viruses too. Remember, colds and the flu are caused by viruses, not bacteria.

• Citrus: These tangy fruits are a great way to get vitamin C. It’s a key antioxidant that also supports your

immune system. In addition to oranges, grapefruits, and other citrus fruit, you can get vitamin C from peppers, kiwi, and strawberries.

• Herbs and spices: These not only make your food tasty, they also have been shown to kill germs. Try curry, which is a mix of spices like hot peppers, turmeric, garlic, and ginger that curb inflammation. Rosemary, oregano, and thyme are other herbs that give you antioxidants.

• Probiotics: These ‘good’ bacteria help keep your gut healthy. That, in turn, is good for your overall immunity. You can find them in fermented food, such as sauerkraut, kefir, and some yogurts.

Look for ‘live cultures’ on the label.

• Prebiotics: These are carbs your body cannot digest. They are food for probiotics, so they’re good to include in your diet. Oats and barley have one called beta-glucan. Onions, bananas, and asparagus have another called inulin.

• Chicken soup: It really does help you through a cold. It helps fight inflammation. Warm liquids, including chicken soup, can soothe your sore throat and help relieve congestion.

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Preparing your Will The Sun looks at information to consider If you want your cheque book to follow your heart, make a donation to those doing work you support.

Every bequest is a powerful gift.

WILLS

Enduring Powers of Attorney Estate Planning Wisheart Macnab & Partners 73 Alfred Street, Blenheim p: 03 578 7269 e: enquiries@wmp.co.nz

Every adult should have a will People often think of a will as simply a document that outlines who you would like to inherit your assets when you’re gone.

There’s so much more to this important document, however.

A will is also where you state who you’d like as the guardian for your children; where you can outline details for establishing a trust; and where you can put down your preferences for your funeral or remains.

Every will needs to have an executor.

That’s the person or organisation responsible for carrying out your wishes.

It’s a very important job.

It can be time consuming and come with some legal liability, so it’s important to choose an executor carefully.

You can find more tips on naming an executor on Public Trust’s website at ptnz.co.nz/executor.

Because the executor role is difficult, many people choose a professional trustee organisation such as Public Trust.

Every adult should have a will.

If you die without one, then things can be messy for those left behind.

In such cases, the Court decides how your estate will be handled, and this can be quite different from what we would expect or prefer.

It’s possible to make a will yourself, but it can be quite challenging to get things just right.

The majority of New Zealanders use a professional to help ensure their will is valid.

There are many local providers, and at a national level, Public Trust is the largest, with branches throughout New Zealand.

If you’d like to know more about setting up a will, it can be as simple as a chat with an adviser, who will then do all the preparation work to create the document for you.

The important thing is not to delay – make sure your will is in place when it’s needed.

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How to make a will Don’t know where to start?

A will is a signed and witnessed document so getting in touch with a lawyer or Trustee Company is the first step. Without going through the appropriate legal steps, your will may not be valid.

Ask around to see who can offer the best service—they don’t have to be expensive.

What should it cover?

• Any family members, partners, children and grandchildren, that you wish to provide for • Address assets and property to who you’ll provide to

• Specific items to leave to par ticular family members like jewellery, furniture, or cash • Possible charity organisations you’d wish to donate to • Details outlining the specifics of your funeral Who to get involved It’s important to have an executor and a trustee. The executor will obtain probate of your will from the court when it’s finally required, while the trustee will carry out your wishes as stated in your will when you die.

A family member can be

appointed as both executor and trustee even if they may potentially benefit from the will. This doesn’t have to be limited to one; especially if there is large estate involved its smart to include a professional.

Keeping it up to date When any significant life changes happen like birth of children and grandchildren, marriage and separation, your will needs to be reviewed.

Other life moments like the purchase or selling a property is another reason to review it.

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community notices

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.

Older Person Seminar

Fourth Thursday of the month St Christopher’s Hall, 10am.

Morning tea, lunch provided, coin donation towards food, Guest Speakers. Wendy 5794446 leave number or 021 113 0160.

death notices

death notices

HARVEY, John Andrew: John left us at home, on Saturday, April 7, 2018. Age 62, after a courageous battle with ill health. Loving husband and soul mate of Pam for almost 40 years. Loved and treasured Dad of Timothy, Shona and Grant, Andrea and Mark, Michelle and Mathew. A special brother of Heather and Peter Williams. A special brother-in-law of Janet and Andy Morton, and Peter and Dianne Williams. A much loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. A service to celebrate John’s life will be held at the Blenheim Elim Church, 26 Burleigh Road, Blenheim on Thursday, 12th April at 1pm. Messages to PO Box 51, Rai Valley 7145.

LINCOLNE, James Michael (Michael Breen): Died suddenly at home, with family at his side, on Saturday April 7, 2018. Aged 86 years. Devoted husband of Betty for 62 years.

Father of Martin, Richard (deceased), Felicity, Penelope, and Genevieve.

Father-in-law and mate of Tim. Loved and adored. Messages may be sent to PO Box 61, Havelock 7150, Marlborough. A funeral service for Michael will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, Blenheim at 2pm on Tuesday April 17.

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

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death notices SIMPSON, Betty: Passed away, peacefully, on Saturday April 7, 2018. Aged 90 years.

Loved wife of the late George (Mick), loved mother and mother-in-law of Barbara and the late Ken McNabb, Colin and Glenda, Mary-Anne and Donald Grant (Ireland), and Lynda and John. Loved Gran of Nicholas and Blair; Jennifer, Leanne, Caitlin and Sarah; and Rory. Loved Great-Gran of Simon, James, and Mia; Caleb and Keron. Loved sister of Flora Langdale. Messages may be sent to P O Box 5154, Springlands, Blenheim 7241.

In lieu of flowers, a donation to Alzheimers Marlborough would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to c/- 8 Wither Road, Blenheim 7201. A big thank you to all the staff in the Forget-Me-Not Wing at Waterlea Rest Home for their love and care of our Mum. A Graveside Service will be held for Betty at Fairhall Cemetery, at 1.30pm on Thursday April 12.

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

Ashes from Relay For Life

This Sunday April 15 Ashes from Relay For Life will be scattered at the Cancer Society Memorial Garden, end of Beaver Road, after Walk for Wellness 11.45am to noon.

acknowledgement

CLEMETT, Ivon Charles: Charmian, Malcom and Bec, Hayden and Andrea wish to thank everyone who visited, sent cards, flowers, baking and kind messages of support recently.

Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement as many addresses are unknown.

The Community Noticeboard is for non-profit organisations. For $10.00 + GST you can publish up to 25 words. No AGMS, sporting notices or special meetings.

Community Notices must be prepaid. Call into our office at 72 High Street, Blenheim.

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STRIK, Flora Nora Adriana:

HOLMES, Jilly: “A force to be reckoned with”… Passed away peacefully on April 6, 2018 at Hospice Marlborough. Jilly’s farewell service was held at her home, Oaklands, 304 Middle Renwick Road yesterday, April 10.

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

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Blenheim Golf Club results Mon. March 26, 9 hole stableford men: Neil Gibbs, Ian Clark, Hans Fischer, Les Boniface, Jan deZwart 18; John Burns 18, Bob Tapp 18, Ian Hatcher 18; Hay Montgomery 17, Ross Agnew 17, Ray Welsh 17, Ivan Neame 17. Women: Colleen McLeod 17; Guden Fischer 15; Yvonne Hoar 12; Margaret Roberts 11; Marion Baker 11; Kay Ayson 11; Jenny Evans 10.

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Thurs. March 29, mens stableford: Morgan Bowe 42; Steve Anderson 39; Hay Montgomery 39; Dave Lightfoot 38; Ian Hatcher 37; Desz Campbell 36; Clive Aitchison 36; Peter Olding 36; Bob Tapp 36; Kevin Smith 36. Nine holes: Brian Brown, Percy Noblett, Spot Saul.

Sat. March 31, Candian foursome, mixed: Murray Belk and Sue Duckworth 70.8; Warren and Jane Ingram 73.6; Judith Batty and Kevin Mills 73.8; Don Lamond and Bernice Arnold 74.6. Men: Cyril Scammell and Ray Herd 67.8; Mike MConnell and Hay Montgomery 68; James Brunel and Lord Wolfe 70. 6/15 Fairweathers prize: Paddy Couchman. 9/18 Geoffrey T Sowman prize: John and Trees Rewi.

Mon. April 2, 9 hole stableford, men: Les Boniface 22; Hay Montgomery 20; Peter Olding 20; George Mitchinson 18; Paddy Couchman 17; John Anderson 17; John Burns 17; Paddy Norton 17; Don Gray 17; Leo McKendry 17. Women: Coleen McLeod 21; Jane Ingram 20; Shirley Godsiff 19; Bernice Arnold 19; Phyl Paul 17; Chris Burns 17; Trees Rewi 16; Marg Hamilton 16.

Weds. April 4, women, Glad Perry Tournament: Overall winner, Helen Neame 91-20-71. 0-23 Mel Hampton 37; Judith Batty 32; Elaine Brown 32.

24-33: Denise Hodson 37; Shirley Godsiff 35.

34+ Bernice Arnold 34; Marg Ogier 30.

Thurs. April 5, mens stabelford: Clive Aitchison 42; Desz Campbell 41; Mike Gardiner 37; Paddy Couchman 37; Brent Baker 37; Mike McConnell 37; Dave Menzies 37; Mike Guillimot 36; Don March 36; Don Lamond 36; Paddy Norton 36; P. Varrall 35; John Rewi 35; Alby Atkinson 34; Morgan Bowe 34; Brian Brown 34. 9 holes: Jan deZwart 19; Neil Gibbs 18; George Mitchinson 18.

Sat. April 7, monthly medal: Clive Aitchison 66; Nigel Martin 66; Ian Clark 66; Brent Baker 68; Bob Tapp 68; Ryan Windleburn 69; Carl Bulfin 70; Paddy Nortn 72; Paddy Couchman 72; Graeme Daines 72; Detz Campbell 72.

Gross: Graeme Daines 77. Women medal: Judith Batty 70.

Mon. April 9, 9 hole stableford: Paddy Couchman 34; Brian Burgess 23; Neil Gibbs 22; Derek Bowman 22; Les Boniface 21; Ivan Neame 20; Jan deZwart 19; Peter Olding 19; David Waters 18; Ian Clark 18; John Burns 18. Women: Marg Ogier 17; Jan Blake 17.

Upcoming events: Thurs. April 12, mens multiple stableford.

Sat. April 14, Edgar Clarkson/March Trophy - 27 hole stableford: 9.30am start - womens 40 max. hcp.

Mon. April 16: 9 hole stableford.

Weds. April 18: womens LGU medal 2nd Sowman qualifying.

Harrier Club holds Novice Cup Overcast and firm footing conditions prevailed for those that contested the Marlborough Harrier Club’s Novice Cup handicapped cross country event at Taylor Dam on Saturday afternoon.

The change in course meant everyone had dry shoes at the end.

The handicap gives every competitor, no matter what their ability, an even chance of winning their grade. In theory everyone in their respective grade should cross the finish line together. The handicappers did a good job, with most competitors coming in within a short

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All grades were represented, from under sevens to veterans. It was great to see so many children getting out and enjoying themselves, Harrier Club publicity officer Les McKay says.

The next race at Taylor Dam is for the Burton Cup, which is one of the club’s oldest trophies. This will be held on May 7, and once again all competitors will start on handicap. However, it will be an extra challenge for seniors, veterans and walkers who will all step up to longer distances on the day.

Jimmy Luff and Cameron Kain competing in the handicapped cross country event at Taylor Dam on Saturday.

Novice Cup results 2000 metres, boys 12 and under: Michael James 1 (11.14); Cullum Rayner 2 (11.37); Connor Pugh 3 (12.03).

Fastest actual time: Connor Pugh (8.33).

Girls 12 and under: Katie Pugh 1 (10.58); Leia Shaw 2 (11.02).

Fastest actual time: Katie Pugh (10.58).

3000 metres, girls 14 and under: Jorja Bacchus 1 and fastest actual time (17.16).

4000 metres, boys 16 and under: Mikey Luff 1 (25.32); Jimmy Luff 2 (28.07).

Fastest actual time: Jimmy Luff (23.37).

Girls 16 and under: Lara Bacchus 1 (28.40).

Fastest actual time: Lara Bacchus (24.10).

Walkers: Julie Hunter 1 (29.02); Shona Allen 2 (29.22); Megan Luff 3 (30.22).

Fastest actual time: Judith Hyndman (24.17).

Open Women: Kiri Johnston 1 (31.50); Fleur Jenneson 2 (33.05).

Fastest actual time: Kiri Johnston (22.05).

Veteran women: Julie Buunk 1 (31.39); Hayleigh Rayner 2 (32.06); Tracey Sims 3 (33.48). Fastest actual time: Julie Buunk (21.54).

6000 metres junior men: George Varney 1 (44.11).

Fastest actual: time George Varney (22.11).

Senior men: Thomas Walsh 1 (44.57); Cameron Kain 2 (47.27).

Fastest actual: time Cameron Kain (30.57).

Veteran Men: Chris Kenchington 1 (44.29); Seb Bacchus 2 (46.02); Ed Massey 3 (27.42). Fastest actual time: Chris Kenchington (26.59).

Drivers head south for Rally champs

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This weekend see the first round of the New Zealand Rally Championship based in Dunedin, the Otago Rally.

The two day gravel rally attracts international competitors including current WRC driver Haydon Paddon and co-driver John Kennard along with Norwegian WRC driver Mads Ostberg and Co-drover Stephane Prevot. Four times Bathurst winner Greg Murphy will be competing in his Holden AP4.

Marlborough Car Club members taking part are Richard Bateman and Jordyn Smith (Mitsubishi Evo), Dave Gee and Liam Gee (Subaru Impreza), Hugh Owen and Jonty Brenssell (Mitsubishi Evo), David Taylor and Jared Hudson (Honda Civic), Brendon Wadsworth and Joel Lynch (Suzuki Swift).

Local driver David Taylor has teamed up with Jared Hudson of Christchurch.

The pair took part in three club rallies together last season and this year marks Jared’s first season as a New Zealand Rally Championship competitor.

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Local rally driver David Taylor has teamed up with Jared Hudson of Christchurch, who at age 14 is the youngest New Zealand Rally Championship competitor. Photo provided.

of weeks ago, Jared is the youngest co-driver at Otago and likely the youngest ever competitor to take part in the National Championship.

He will be going head to head in the Championship Category 2 Class with sister Amy Hudson who is co-driver for Dylan Thomson, the 2017 Junior Rally Champion.

Amy is 16 years old and

has been competing nationally, since just before her 15th birthday.

The Rally has almost 300kms of fast gravel roads and is a big spectator event for rally fans throughout New Zealand.

This year there are almost 120 entries attracting competitors from overseas including Australia, Philippines, New Caledonia and Wales.”

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Good results for Renwick Taekwondo Club The Renwick Taekwondo Club has come away from the Tasman Nelson-Marlborough tournament, held in Nelson, with impressive results.

The tournament attracted clubs from across New Zealand as well as a team from Tahiti.

Coach Caryssa O’Brien, says she was pleased with the results. ”I was particularly proud of the four club members who were competing at their first tournament, two of who, Darlene Purdie and Rongo Vanua, won gold in their fighting divisions,” Caryssa says.

“Darlene also won a bronze medal in poomsae (patterns).

“A number of club members had their first international fights, taking on opponents from the Tahitian team, which proved to be tough competition,” Caryssa says.

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Club coach Colin O’Brien fought in the twilight division eight years after his last tournament.

After winning his first fight, he narrowly lost his final, coming away with a silver medal.

The Club is now preparing for the NZUTA South Island Championships being held in Oamaru next month.

Results.

Poomsae (patterns): Sebastian Canning, Jayne Hedley, Darlene Purdie, Bronze.

Kyorugi (fighting): Coral-Anne Hedley, Daemyn Ireland, Darlene Purdie, Rongo Vanua, Gold.

Sebastian Canning (two divisions), Hayden Ditfort, Colin O’Brien, Silver; Erin Josephs, Ciara Ryan, Bronze.

Sebastian Canning from the Renwick Taekwondo Club competing in kyorugi (fighting) section of the tournament.

Jessica joins national swim squad Young Blenheim swimmer Jessica Lovell has won a place in national junior swim squad.

Jessica, 10, competed in the 200m OceanKids event at the inaugural Big Tahuna swim in Nelson.

Her placing in the event secured her a spot in the squad, which means she will travel to Auckland with a caregiver for a weekend camp at the end of April.

There she will be taught by an elite coaching team made up of top New Zealand swimmers in both a pool and ocean environment.

Throughout the season, each qualifying event will give young swimmers the opportunity to earn a place in the 36-member squad.

This was Jessica’s first time qualifying for a place in the squad and she was thrilled to receive a place.

She was joined at the event by her sister who swam alongside her and mum, Jodie, who swam in the 3km ‘I’m Going Long’ swim.

Jessica, who trains weekly at Blenheim Swimming Club, is most looking forward to meeting Olympic swimmer, Dean Kent, at the camp.

Dean is a three time Olympic swimmer who represented New Zealand at the 2000, 2004, and 2008 Olympics.

He set records in both the 200m and 400m events.

“Jessica was really hopeful for a medal, so she was very happy when she received a medal and a place in the squad!” mum Jodie says.

“I hope the camp helps her to improve her swimming skills and motivates her swimming efforts.” Jessica Lovell has won a place in New Zealand junior swim squad. Photo Mark Tantrum.

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Harriers training run The Marlborough Harrier Club is a holding a pack/training run or walk leaving from the clubrooms at at Oliver Park, on the corner of Weld and Cleghorn Streets, at 6pm on Thursday.

Reflector gear is compulsory.

Joggers and walkers regardless of ability are welcome.

After the event meet at The Public House, Scott Street, for post run/walk drinks and maybe a meal.

Link Pathway run On Saturday the Marlborough Harrier Club is holding a pack run over the Link Pathway, from Nelson Square in Picton to Wedge Point and return, approximately 13km. Come and join in.

Be ready at 1.45pm for a 2pm start.

Meet at Nelson Square in Picton Bring a plate to share with others at afternoon tea/coffee at the conclusion of the run/walk.

Children’s event catered for.

Car pool leaving the clubrooms, corner of Weld/Cleghorn Streets 1:00pm sharp.

Walk/Run for wellness The Cancer Society’s 10km walk/run for wellness takes place this Sunday, April 15 at 9am.

It begins at the Memorial Garden on Taylor Reserve, Beaver Road entrance off Nelson Street.

Registration is $20 and sponsorship is encouraged. To register call into the Cancer Society office at The Forum, Market Place in Blenheim.

Picton golf club results Thursday March 29, stableford: Aaron Wilson 39; Gary Aldridge 37; Bill Gatrell 36; Roy Te keeti 36; Leigh S-Smith 36.

Saturday March 31, stableford: Roy Te Keeti 45; Alan Butland 36; Ian Johnson 34; Ron Peters 34; Damian Pollard 34.

Tuesday April 3, 2nd LGU: overall winner Lin Stone, nett 70; 17-25: Joan Gabara 74; wHelen McIsaac 78. 26-36 Sue Hutchinson 78; Ricky Ashworth 78; 37-42; Eleanor Gillies81; Barbara Fechney 87.

Thursday Apri 5, stableford: John Saxon 37; Ron Jones 36; Ian Johnson 35; Colin Pitkethley 35;Alan Butland 35; Gary Aldridge 34; Bill Gattrell 34.

Friday April 6: 9 hole multiplied stableford: Les Johnson 53; Margaret Frisken 50; Lyn Pawson 36; Wendy Hall 35; Judy Jones 32.

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It’s thumbs up for the new Oliver Park bike track from Redwoodtown School Year 6 pupils Dawson Bugler, Abby Fransen, Tani Ora Paikau, Adam Hurring, Max Turkington and Lincoln Mullins. Ride On cycle instructor Lynne Fitzpatrick is at the rear.

Bike track helps kids get road-ready

By Bill McElhinney There were smiles all round as Redwoodtown School Year 6 youngsters rode around the new road safety park at Oliver Park, Redwoodtown, on Friday.

The youngsters were taking part in the RideOn Cycle Skills education programme, where NZQA certified instructors teach cycle

skills and road safety guidelines.

The course includes bike and helmet safety checks including legal requirements; steering and manoeuvring to avoid objects; looking behind while pedalling in a straight line; using hand signals (stop, left and right); using gears.

The bike track copies a roadway in a minor scale and includes a

roundabout; give way and stop signs as well as pedestrian crossings and road markings.

It gives budding bike riders a chance to test their road savvy skills on a mini roadway, minus the cars.

“The council has taken inspiration from other regions and put together a fun and educational off-road facility that’s ideal for children

learning to ride bikes and scooters,” council road safety co-ordinator Robyn Blackburn says.

“The track allows children to refine their skills and increase their confidence in a safe environment that replicates a road,” Robyn says.

Sport Tasman Community Sport Advisor Braden Prideaux said Sport Tasman will use the bike

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track as part of their RideOn cycle skills programme, which they run with nearby schools and community groups.

“The fact that the track looks like a real road allows children to better understand the road rules. It also provides an opportunity for families to get out and do something fun together – a win-win,” Braden says.

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