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By Bill McElhinney Marion Vercoe was only two years old when her uncle, World War II air force pilot John (Jack) Doggett, plunged into the sea and was killed.

John, commonly known as Jack, was the son of a Blenheim family, and had joined the RNZAF as a fighter pilot.

He was posted to No. 218 squadron and flew Corsairs in the Pacific campaign.

Continued on page 2 Barry Gainford office manager Joanne Southgate and Marion Vercoe with special Anzac poppies and the photo of Marion’s uncle, John Doggett, a 19-year-old fighter pilot who died in the war.

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Continued from page 1 While returning from a mission on May 22, 1944, his plane spiralled down and crashed in to the sea off Guadalcanal.

A nearby U. S. Navy ship saw the crash and went to his rescue, but John was killed on impact. The cause of the crash was never determined.

The navy retrieved his body and he is buried in the New Zealand war cemetery at Bourail, New Caledonia.

The death of John, who was only 19, has been remembered this week in a special Anzac display in the window of Barry Gainford Eyecare

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There is a photo of John, which for many years hung in the Blenheim Salvation Army band room and was refreshed by Captain Deane Goldsack of the Blenheim Salvation Army.

Marion’s family are Salvation Army members.

The display, which was suggested

by Barry Gainford office manager Joanne Southgate, also features a poppies painting by Blenheim artist Brian Badcock and a broken heart sculpture by Blenheim sculptor Gerard Verkaaik.

Marion’s father, Ron, and another uncle, David, also served in the war.

Ron was an anti-aircraft gunner and David was a medic.

“It’s a poignant display,” Marion says. “I have a 19-year-old grandson and when I look at him I think of my uncle John and how he lost his life at such an early age.

“It’s important to remember the sacrifices that these men and women made.”

Marion’s grandparents, John and Helen Doggett, were early orchardists in Marlborough.

After emigrating from the United

Kingdom they went to Rangiora, and then came to Marlborough where they planted an apple and pear orchard in Rapaura.

The Doggetts also bought a smaller block in Middle Renwick Road, where Ashwood Park Retirement Village and the adjoining motel are now situated.

This was a shrub, tree and rose nursery which was well patronised, as there were only two nurseries in Blenheim at the time.

John and Helen had two daughters as well as the three sons who fought in the war.

Artists enhance Anzac display

By Bill McElhinney Marlborough painter Brian Badcock and sculptor Gerard Verkaaik were pleased to lend their work to the Anzac display honouring Marion Vercoe’s uncle, John Doggett.

John was only 19 when his Corsair fighter crashed in the Pacific in 1944, killing him.

Gerard’s Oamaru stone sculpture is part of a special work he created to honour the life and death of a close friend.

“It’s called ‘What Becomes of the Broken-Hearted: Resurgam, ’” Gerard says.

Brian’s painting of poppies, inspired by a display in Pollard Park, recalls the poppies of Flanders Fields, a poignant Anzac symbol.

Gerard, a former laboratory scientist at Wairau Hospital, served in Vietnam in 1972 with the New Zealand surgical team in Qui Nhon.

He also spent three years at a Salvation Army mission hospital in Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe) from 1975 to 1978 during the guerrilla war against Ian Smith’s rebel regime.

He returned to Wairau and became charge scientist until redundancy in 2000.

For six years he was lab. manager for Medlab South’s Blenheim site.

He is now a semi-retired phlebotomist for Redwoodtown doctors and part-time sculptor at Forrest Estate Vineyard at Renwick.

Brian traces his love of painting back to his travels with his father, Douglas Badcock.

“Dad was a painter, so all the time we were going out painting,” Brian says.

The family stopped travelling when he was 13 or 14, and left for boarding school.

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Problem for tenants Tenants who rent through a property management company are significantly more likely to experience problems, a Consumer NZ survey has found. Consumer NZ head of research Jessica Wilson says tenants who deal with a property manager are much more likely to report their home lacked adequate heating and had persistent mould.

“Compared with private landlords, property managers were also more likely to delay getting repairs done,” Jessica says.

Just 35 percent rated their property manag e r ’s s e r v ice highl y. I n comparison, 54 percent of those with a private landlord were happy with the service they received.

Bridge delay criticised Kaikoura MP Stuart Smith says the Government’s decision to delay the new double-lane bridge into Blenheim is a cost-saving exercise at the expense of the Marlborough region.

“The narrow 100-year-old Opawa River bridge has long been known as a dangerous point for traffic, with countless near misses and trucks regularly swiping off their mirrors,” Stuart says.

“Traffic on that bridge, and in Marlborough in general, has increased significantly.

“Our region is clearly being marked by the Government as a source to find money to fill their budget hole, by not doing work that is needed, like the bridge.”

Stuart says the National Government purchased the land required for the new bridge last year.

The other option discussed publically was a bypass, which would skirt around central Blenheim.

“If this Government is not going to build a bridge and instead build a bypass then the public needs to be informed.”

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by Megan Connolly Every year Mother’s day rolls around quicker than we thought so it’s easy to forget a thoughtful and heartfelt gift for the special women and mother in your life.

So what’s a better surprise mum than an already made box for breakfast in bed?

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Another win, another country to plough

By Celeste Alexander Spring Creek farmer Ian Woolley has just done something no other New Zealander has - he has won the national ploughing championships’ conventional class for the fifth time in a row and will be representing NZ in the United States next year.

Ian travelled to Thornbury, Southland, with his John Deere 5720 tractor and Kverneland plough for the national match two weeks ago where he faced a number of challenges with his machinery, affecting his overall points.

He says he had issues with a component on his plough which caused it to dig in deeper in sections on the second day when working in the grass.

“I couldn’t figure it out... it took a few rounds before I found what was causing it so luckily I had a spare part and could fix it.

“I also had a shocking opening split,” he laughs. “The grass we were working on was 15 years old, whereas at the worlds event we are working on one-year old grass so there’s a huge different in the soil and root structure, but we got there in the end.

“Fortunately I had the best crown and the best finish so it was enough to put me ahead.”

This is a huge feat for Ian to win back-to-back national titles and while he hasn’t yet won the world title, he’s certainly improving his placings each year.

To get to where he is now, Ian must first qualify at the Marlbor-

ough Ploughing Championships, then win in his class at the nationals. This qualifies Ian to then go on to the World Ploughing Championships which are hosted by a different country each year.

So far Ian has competed at Denmark, England and Kenya last year and because he won last year’s national event he is heading to Germany for the world title held September 1 and 2.

Once he returns from Germany he will then set his sights on the United States where he will compete next year.

Ian will once again team up with reversible competitor Bob Mehrtens as part of the NZ team which will travel to Reutlingen, Southern Germany ahead of the two day event that runs September 1-2.

Ian’s hoping to continue improving on his placings at previous world championships, bettering his seventh placing in Kenya last year.

He says there will be around 32 countries competing this year including some of the top place-getters; the Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Germany, Denmark and Norway.

The Marlborough Ploughing Association is hugely proud of Ian’s efforts and is looking to assist with fundraising to help Ian cover the costs which amount to around $25,000.

Spring Creek man Ian Woolley has won the National Ploughing Championship for the fifth consecutive year.

“Watch this space.”

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Top trainers to contest Yealands Marlborough Cup Day

By Celeste Alexander Some of the country’s top horse trainers are regular visitors to the Waterlea Racecourse, bringing their teams along to events such as this weekend’s Marlborough Racing Club Gallops.

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club vice president, Stephanie Hole says.

“It’s huge for us to have Kevin on board! Kevin is also one of the top jumps trainers in New Zealand and is likely to bring a number of young horses to Blenheim and use our racing days as a training ground. He’s standing fifth on the premiership table at the moment and is one to watch,” she says.

Another is the Pitman team of Michael and son Matthew. They have a team of approximately 60 in work and are sitting third on the premiership table.

“Their latest claim to fame is a horse named Savvy Coup which they have in training, owned by the Coupland and Bruford families. Savvy Coup has just in the last month won the NZ Oaks

and two weeks ago competed in the A$1m Australian Oaks where she came in a very creditable fifth and was the top of the four-strong NZ contingent,” Stephanie says.

Racing on both days starts around midday and entertaining the crowd will be DJ entertainment, bouncy castle fun, a photo booth and a range of food and beverage outlets.

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

Q: Why is Anzac Day important to you?

Catherine Hardie-Neil Blenheim

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Daniel Rance Blenheim

Reminds people that wars don’t do any good for anyone.

It’s remembering those in service who gave up their lives.

Because it commemorates the soldiers that fought from Australia and New Zealand.

Because of my relatives that fought—it’s about remembrance and respect.

Reminds us of the thousands that died in war. Especially the younger generations.

It’s important because I believe in supporting our cultural heritage and the things that let us live the lives we do.

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Letters to the editor

An Anzac poem Dear Ed, Here is my Anzac Day poem: The rose The rose my mother planted Could have been in ‘No man’s Land’ Where in sad soil it had struggled Tended by the ‘masters hand’ Did it bloom for the sad parting Of every mother from her son Or for-the-lad who should have married When the battle fire was done Did it bloom for all our young men Whose life and love was brief Did it bloom for every woman Whose heart was filled with grief So it could have been a rose Planted by my mother’s hand So quick to bloom and wither Like our sons in ‘no man’s land’ Ann Broome Blenheim

Letters on issues of community interest are welcomed.

Guidelines are that they should be no longer than 150 words.

They must be signed and a street address provided to show good faith, even when a nom de plume is provided for publication.

The editor reserves the right to abridge letters or withhold letters from publication.

Email them to news@blenheimsun. co.nz or send a fax to phone 577 -7863.

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Dear Ed, Recently at the Diversion vineyard workers during fishing left a pile of fast food containers, bottles of energy drinks and metres and metres of nylon.

Could vineyard owners kindly tell them not to leave rubbish behind? Careless and lazy.

Mind you, the Marlborough District Council in its penny pinching ways is too lazy to have rubbish receptacles at the popular Diversion anyhow.

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Dear Ed, Last weekend on April 21 we were walking around the public walnut trees at Malthouse Road and to our horror, we discovered three used hypodermic needles.

I’m an eight year old boy and never knew I would have to be worried about this sort of thing in my town.

Fortunately, my dad was close by and told me not to touch them.

Please, parents, advise your children of the dangers of this sort of thing and please Blenheim don’t let this be a thing that I will have to worry about in the future.

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Still keen after forty years Phil Morrell talks with Jon Armstrong about his new position with the New Zealand Defence Force.

A career that has spanned forty years.

Jon Armstrong with Post Commander ( Judge ) Elkady at Dili airport in East Timor.

By Phill Morrell Jon Armstrong loves his job.

When asked what he enjoys most, he says, “Believe it or not, getting up in the morning.”

And this after being part of New Zealand’s uniformed services for more than 40 years.

Jon is now the South Island Regional Manager for Defence Security for the New Zealand Defence Force.

“It’s a brand-new job,” he says, “and I’ve got the whole of the South Island to play with,” he adds with a laugh.

Jon’s career began when he was just 17 years of age, entering the RNZAF’s last full-year intake of recruits.

He says it was something he always wanted to do.

“My mother’s brother was a RAF navigator flying Wellington

bombers in WWII, so we had that family background.”

Initially, he was going to be an engine mechanic.

“I learned engineering, metallurgy, aerodynamics, and so on, and worked on propeller-driven aircraft like Harvards and Devons, but they were being phased out in favour of jets.”

He was encouraged to move into administration.

“I completed basic engineering then moved to personal admin – travel, housing, air operations, anything to direct an aircraft from getting from A to B. “I was also responsible for diplomatic clearances and those sorts of things, as well as accommodation and records transfer.”

In 1984, Jon volunteered for an overseas posting and was sent to Egypt’s Sinai.

“I was with the New Zealand peace keeping force over there for six months looking after air operations.”

Jon retired from the RNZAF after twenty years, but only for a short time.....

On his return, he was promoted to sergeant and was seconded to Defence Headquarters in Wellington, where he was responsible for officer postings.

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his wife and two daughters.

“I was there for two and a half years,” he says. “Again, doing air operations out of the NZ Defence Headquarters building.”

Returning to New Zealand, he was promoted to Flight Sergeant and posted to Whenuapai where he was the Admin Officer for the Command and Staff College.

“In 1992, I was sent to the Shelly Bay base at Wellington to help close it down.

“I was there until 1995 before being posted back to Whenuapai.”

After a further promotion to Warrant Officer, Admin Squadron, Jon retired from the RNZAF after 20 years’ service.

He returned to his hometown of Kawerau, where his wife was a teacher.

For a time, he farmed beef and enjoyed his time out of uniform.

“My wife encouraged me to get back into uniform and join the Police.

“She said I needed to do something else, this is too easy.”

After training, he took a posting to Kawerau before moving to Hokitika.

He was sent to East Timor for a six-month tour, where he was selected as Area Commander at the capital, Dili, and promoted to Police Inspector working under the UN. He left the Police in 2016 to return to Defence and is now the security representative for Defence HQ for the South Island.

“It’s been like a breath of fresh air returning to a structure that I’m already familiar with and having the position I have.

I just love it.”

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The Marlborough District Brass Band will be competing with other New Zealand bands in the national championships in Blenheim in July.

Hundreds heading here for brass band competitions

By Bill McElhinney Hundreds of brass band musicians will come to Blenheim in July to compete in the national brass band championships.

This is the first time Blenheim has hosted the annual competitions and local contest committee chairman Brian Nicholas says accommodation providers are reporting heavy bookings for the week.

“We expect at least 1500 visitors to town during the contest period and we really want to make Blenheim feel like ‘Bandsville’ for a few days,” Brian says.

“We’re hoping retailers, restaurants and bars will come on board with ideas to maximise the benefits this opportunity provides.

“We will have a lot of hungry and thirsty bandspeople and we hope the catering trade will review their opening hours and staff levels for that week in what would normally be a fairly quiet time.”

The musicians will compete for solo, ensemble and band titles from July 11 to 15 at the ASB Theatre and Marlborough Convention Centre.

The competition is expected to attract around 30 brass bands from

throughout New Zealand.

The championships begin with solo and ensemble competitions which are free for the public to attend.

The winners of the solo competitions will compete for the Champion of Champions awards at a free event on Tuesday evening for the junior grades and a ticketed event on Wednesday evening for the senior grades.

The Invitation Slow Melody competition on Tuesday evening features 10 consistently top brass musicians in solos play off.

All competing bands will parade on Seymour Street from 1pm on Friday July 13, where they will be judged on presentation, marching and music.

“This will be a real spectacle and a crowd pleaser and will be the biggest band parade the town has ever seen,” Brian says.

The final event will be a spectacular concert in the ASB Theatre on Sunday afternoon where two new bands will be present to the public of Marlborough in their first ever public performances.

Premiere Brass: In Concert will

feature Bras and Brass “The Pink Ladies” which is a New Zealand representative female band formed to raise awareness of breast cancer and to raise funds for Breast Cancer Research NZ. Bandwagon “The All Stars” features winners and placeholders of the previous national championships showcasing their combined talents in a programme of light entertainment music.

Tickets for all events are available from ASB Theatre or Ticketek.

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Fundraising evening with celebrity cook Simply the Breast dragon boat team to benefit from Annabel Langbein event

By Celeste Alexander Do you fancy yourself as a sweet tooth? Does the sound of salted caramel cookies make your mouth water?

If so you are in for a treat when celebrity cook and author Annabel Langbein arrives in Blenheim this Friday armed with her book ‘Essential’ volume two, Sweet Treats for Every Occasion.

Annabel will be part of an evening of food and fun held at the Marlborough Convention Centre from 6-8pm where she will share stories from her kitchen adventures and a lifetime of cooking and baking tips.

She will also demonstrate some easy recipes from her two new ‘Essential’ cookbooks and will be able to sign book copies as well.

What’s unique about this event is that it will be supporting Marlborough’s own Simply the Breast Dragon Boat Team.

Fundraising is crucial to the team as it’s a non-profit organisation that’s funded by the team from raffles, BBQ’s, donations and various other fundraising activities, a spokesperson says.

“Entry for the season and to attend regattas is in the thousands.

We are a 22 person boat so we have a lot of bodies to transport around the country which also costs thousands, plus we have to upkeep our

The Simply the Breast Dragon Boat team is helping to host an evening with celebrity cook Annabel Langbein on Friday. Photo provided.

boats and support boats so it’s not a cheap sport and is done through grants and fundraising.

“Karen at Paper Plus is super supportive of us and any opportunity like this that we can help her host, she calls on us which is appreciated,” they say.

Simply the Breast is a breast cancer survivor team with the primary aim to assist in the rehabilitation of breast cancer survivors by providing an exercise regime and peer support, to raise awareness of

breast cancer and provide inspiration to women with a diagnosis of breast cancer.

Tickets are on sale now at the Paper Plus Blenheim store. An exclusive admission ticket costs $80 and includes a copy of Annabel’s new Essential book as well as nibbles and wine.

A general admission ticket costs $30 and includes nibbles and wine.

Proceeds from this event will go towards supporting the Simply the Breast Dragon Boat Team.

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Top sugar artist coming to Blenheim

Peter Hand, President of the Cards Section at the Clubs of Marlborough, with Cherylyn Cairns and a perfect 29 hand in Cribbage.

Cherylyn gets dealt a perfect hand

By Megan Connolly Recently at the Clubs of New Zealand Cribbage nationals tournament, fate dealt Cherylyn Cairns a hand in the card game she could never forget.

Getting a perfect 29, which is the highest score you can get in a cribbage hand, turned Cherylyn’s game around and set her on a winning path.

The basic aim of cribbage is to try and keep the most points in your own hand while helping out your partner during the eight minute time frame, then at the end, revealing your hand

to the group.

Where the 29 points comes from is from having any Jack card and a hand of three fives.

Then, with luck, the player must be dealt another five that matches the Jack’s suite.

The odds of even scoring a perfect 29 in one hand are roughly 200,000 to one.

“I’ve played the game for 77 years, but I’ve never ever had a 29 myself, just imagine how many games I’ve played!” Peter Hand, the president of Clubs of Marlborough Cards Section, says.

Cherylyn says “When they turned the card over my eyes must have popped out of my head!”

“It was definitely a shock to the system,” Cherylyn says.

Cherylyn is a relatively new player compared to Peter, having joined the Clubs of Marlborough only a year ago.

And she has played in only a couple of tournaments.

At the end of the weekend Cherylyn went up to the dealer to thank her for the perfect hand.

“It’s not just me but the dealer that got the 29 too,” Cherylyn

By Celeste Alexander When it comes to the art of cake decorating, you are only limited by your imagination.

If you have ever wanted to learn how to create stunning, realistic sugar paste flowers, registrations are being taken for a workshop being held in Blenheim on May 5.

T he Ma rlborough Cake Decorators Guild is thrilled to announce that they have invited talented sugar and clay artist Tracy Byatt to run the workshop, teaching keen decorators how to make a water lily from sugar paste.

Tracy is known internationally for her art of creating incredibly realistic flowers from sugar paste.

“We are really excited to have Tracy with us for this workshop... she’s very talented,” Guild secretary Kamila Ryantova says.

The workshop is a whole day event and will take place at the Salvation Army Hall.

Kamila says anyone interested in the class can register to take

This water lily is made entirely out of sugar paste.

A workshop is being held in Blenheim next month.

part, even if they are not Guild members.

“You would need to have some level of cake decorating skills however to take part in the workshop. If you don’t have the skills and would just like to watch, please contact us,” she says.

“If you do enjoy the workshop and want to join the Guild, we absolutely welcome that.”

T he Ma rlborough Cake Decorators Guild has been going for well over 30 years and currently has 19 members.

Adults of any age are welcome to join the group which meets once

a month at the Salvation Army Hall.

“We have little workshops and demonstrations as well as discussions between members, sharing skills and knowledge,” Kamila says.

“If there’s something our members want to learn then we run workshops and find different challenges. We also have a lot of fun.”

The workshop costs $25 per person. For more information contact Kamila by emailing Kami76@seznam.cz or phone (03) 573 5914 after 6pm.

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Not all woodburners are square, they also come in unique design, says to Heating Marlborough owner Peter Cairns.

Still time to get new heating for winter

By Celeste Alexander “It’s not too late to have a new clean air heating wood, pellet or gas fire installed for winter,” Heating Marlborough owner Peter Cairns says.

One of the benefits of dealing with Heating Marlborough is that they are an approved supplier and installer with the Marlborough District Council, therefore ratepayers can add the cost to their rates.

This is all thanks to the council’s ‘Home Clean Heating Scheme’ which offers an energy efficiency funding service to install approved home insulation and clean heating.

This has proved to be a great system for ratepayers in Marlborough as the council follows national clean air standards put in place by the government.

“A lot of the older fires never had permits when installed so are now not compliant with the clean air regulations, so woodburners that are older than 15 years, or people wanting to upgrade can really benefit from this scheme,” Peter says.

How it works is ratepayers can visit or contact Heating Marlborough who then visit the home to do a measure and quote and provide clean heating options “We go through all of the clean heating options we have available and find what’s right for that house,” Peter adds.

The Heating Marlborough team can then help with the application which goes to council for approval.

To be eligible the ratepayer must be up-

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“Add the cost of your fire to your rates.”

to-date with rate payments and be using a council recognised service provider. It can take up to five days for approval.

The ratepayer will pay the amount over nine years at the current interest rate, which from July 1, 2018 will be 5.5 percent, which is added to their rates bill.

So far ‘quite a few’ people have been into Heating Marlborough to take up the opportunity, and asked which product was proving most popular, Peter says both woodburners and pellet fires.

“I’m actually getting a lot of interest in pellet fires due to their advantages. People’s heating needs are based on their lifestyles and for many, they are very busy and want an easy solution.

“Pellet fires have an electric push start button and the pellets are easy to buy. So if you are sick of trying to source dry wood and don’t have time to cut wood and prep a woodburner then these are a good option.

“The pellets are made of compressed sawdust and readily available, and a pellet fire can burn over night and have timer and thermostat controls.

“Otherwise our range of woodburners are still a good option as they come in different shapes, sizes and with new technology they burn hotter and cleaner,” Peter says.

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Dryers should be vented to the outside, so moisture doesn’t make your house damp.

Marlborough District Council Support Services Manager Dean Heiford, home owner Jaimee Noble and Absolute Energy Managing Director Paul Brockie.

Home warmer thanks to grant

By Celeste Alexander Blenheim home owner Jaimee Noble is ‘thrilled’ to have had new insulation installed in her home, and says it was made possible thanks to the ‘Warmer Healthier Homes Programme’.

The programme is funded by The Rata Trust, Nelson Marlborough District Health Board, Marlborough District Council and the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority, and uses this funding to install ceiling and under-floor insulation in Marlborough homes.

For Jaimee, she had floor and ceiling insulation installed which was 50 per cent funded by the programme, and the remaining 50 per cent is being paid through Jaimee’s rates.

“I pay my rates weekly and always pay slightly more than required, so my payments haven’t actually increased from this.

“I highly recommend people to look into this as it’s not a lump sum that’s required from you, it improves the warmth of the home, the health of my son and even improves the value of my house,” she says.

The standard offer is a 50 per cent subsidy for the tenant or home owner with a Community Services Card and home built prior to 2000. A Gold card with CSC indorsed applies as well.

Jaimee, who is a single mother says her son suffers from mild asthma so she wanted to improve the insulation of her home.

“I called the company, Absolute Energy Insulation which was great to deal with.

Absolute Energy promised the work would be done in January and they were true to their word.

“Condensation and mildew was a mild problem but the biggest thing was the house felt colder than usual. We had insulation in the house but it needed replacing,” she says.

Since having the insulation installed Jaimee says the biggest difference she’s noticed was that the floor was warmer.

“When you walk into the house you feel it warmer straight away. I have a woodburner in the house but I’m hardly using it now so I’m looking forward to saving on the amount of wood I use this winter,” she says.

Absolute Energy Insulation managing director Paul Brockie says he’s eager to get the message out that there’s still enough funding for around 120 homes in Marlborough to benefit.

“The current EECA programme concludes in June and we have funding set aside for Marlborough residents. Simply contact us and we come and do a free no obligation assessment which is used as part of the application process,” he says.

To be eligible, homeowners or tenants must have a community services card, with referrals prioritised for people and families with chronic health conditions or households with children less than five years old or people over 65 years. In some particularly vulnerable situations it maybe free. Contact Absolute Energy for more information.

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Can you help? Salvation Army could use an hour of your time

By Bill McElhinney Salvation Army collectors will be out next week aiming to help end poverty in New Zealand, and they could use some help.

The Army wants volunteers to help with its annual Red Shield Appeal week from April 30 to May 6.

The appeal raises funds to support Salvation Army frontline services tackling poverty in New Zealand.

Historically, the Salvation Army has used volunteers from among its staff and church members and people it has helped who want to give back. However, after a positive response from the public last year, it is sending out the call again, offering the public the chance to

join for an hour or more.

“We’re extremely grateful for the people who gave their time to collect in the past, and the strong backing the appeal receives from the public each year,” Salvation Army manager Rhondda Middleton says.

“A generous donation of your time will give people more chances to give and help us to support more New Zealanders living in poverty.’

People who want to sign up as a collector can go to The Salvation Army’s website, www.salvationarmy.org.nz, and sign up, Rhondda says.

‘They just have to fill out a form and be ready and willing to help The Salvation Army, and we will do the rest.’

Or in Blenheim they can phone Martin on 972 3801.

Volunteering as a collector is not just of benefit to the Army and its clients, there are upsides for the collector as well, Rhondda says.

‘You really get to feel like you’re part of something big and making a difference. And the number of compliments you get for The Salvation Army’s work during your time collecting is just amazing.’

Each year in New Zealand, The Salvation Army helps more than 60,000 families who are struggling to make ends meet.

This support includes food and practical aid parcels, budgeting advice, social work, counselling, Graham Jameson, Taylor Brooks and Dean Goldsack from the Blenheim accommodation assistance and Salvation Army would like more volunteers to help with their annual more. collection next week.

School holiday animal fun Children visited Animates last Thursday morning to have a look around and pet some animals.

The morning started with a talk about rabbits, rats, guinea pigs and baby chicks before a thrilling treasure hunt around the store, and

getting a certificate at the end for all their hard work.

Daffie (short for Daffodil) the Angora rabbit brought in by Tilly Carnie got a lot of love and attention from the children and adults alike.

Right: Madi Jones, Leni Birtles, Tilly Carnie, and Jenika Barber getting to pat Daffie the Angora rabbit.

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RESCUE RIDE Saturday, April 28 Fire trucks and motorcycles join forces for Rescue Ride

By Celeste Alexander This weekend you may see a fire truck leading a procession of motorcycles from Havelock to Blenheim but don’t worry it’s not an emergency callout, but rather the annual Rescue Ride held by the Ulysses Club Marlborough branch.

Motorcycles and fire trucks will join forces for the Rescue Ride, thanks to the generosity of the Ulysses Club.

Branch co-ordinator Kelvin Watson says the fundraising ride is organised to benefit a Marlborough based fire or rescue service and this year, the fire service was voted for by committee members.

The fire fighting in Blenheim is all voluntary.

“This year the committee’s suggestion was the fire service, so all we need now is a good day’s weather and a good public turn out to support the fundraising,” Kelvin says.

Blenheim Volunteer Fire Brigade chief fire officer Nigel Botham says he’s “very appreciative for the kind opportunity”.

“There’s a perception that we are all paid, but the fire fighting in Blenheim is all voluntary, so it’s nice to be chosen for the Rescue Ride.

“All the money raised stays in Marlborough and is a donation the station appreciates,” Nigel says.

As part of the Rescue Ride, the Blenheim Fire Station will open

Blenheim Volunteer Fire Brigade chief fire officer Nigel Botham and Ulysses Motorcycle Club Marlborough branch co-ordinator Kelvin Watson.

its doors to the public and hold a sausage sizzle.

The Rescue Ride will begin on Saturday, April 28 at the Havelock Marina, where all motorcyclists are encouraged to meet at 11am.

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Andrew’s back home helping Maori students

By Bill McElhinney He’s been away for 15 years, but now Andrew Luke is back home at the top of the South Island as director of maori education at Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology.

Commonly known as Anaru, Andrew is on a mission to strengthen the iwi connection with the institute and to raise tertiary educational outcomes for Maori students.

Born and bred near Spring Creek, the Marlborough Sounds was often his playground, so it’s no surprise that he has concentrated his career on marine-related activity and conservation.

He was last in Nelson in 2003, working with the Ministry of Fisheries, and has spent the last 15 years in Wellington with the Ministry for the Environment and the Department of Conservation.

“It’s good to be back in the top of the south and with the opportunity to work with strengthening the relationship between iwi and NMIT,” Andrew says.

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Andrew Luke is the new director of Māori Education at Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology.

of the Te Tau ihu iwi, including links to the Motueka-based Ngati Rarua Atiawa Iwi Trust.

His role in central government in the last 15 years has seen him working with iwi around the country.

He says his NMIT job priorities include finding how to bring iwi and Maori, generally, closer to the institute and make it the preferred partner or service provider of tertiary education.

“When you’re in partnership together it benefits the whole organisation, the

community and the region.

“The iwi space is different now in the post-settlement environment.

“Iwi across the top of the south want to get involved with NMIT but are perhaps not sure of the best way to do that.”

NMIT interim chief executive Liam Sloan says the institute is thrilled to have Andrew’s vast leadership and management experience aboard.

“His background will be pivotal in ensuring NMIT responds to the needs of our Maori communities.”

He knows he’s in for a busy career and there’s family life too with his wife Kelly, and two young boys, aged five and two.

He met his wife on a scuba diving course in the Bay of Plenty and she, too, has held roles in the conservation/marine area, currently in fisheries management with NIWA, a current member of the Nga Kaihautu Tikanga Taiao, the Maori Advisory Committee for the Environmental Protection Authority as well as supporting her own hapu in the Napier Hawke Bay area.

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Generous donation

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Fiona Higgins, a member of the A&P Show Committee says the money given to them

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By Celeste Alexander “I never dreamed of success, I worked for it!” - A quote that perfectly sums up Debbie Webster, franchise owner of Mike Pero Real Estate in Marlborough.

In June Debbie will be celebrating a significant milestone, 20 years working in real estate. Not one to boast of her successes, Debbie remains humble and 100 percent focused on one goal - doing right by her clients.

“I’m not looking at the commission and I’m not a buyer’s agent... that’s the difference with me!

“For me, my focus is on the listing. I take whatever time is needed to clearly explain the process to my clients, making sure they are happy and comfortable.

“Selling one’s home is serious business. It’s so much more than just figures and signing on the dotted line. People have grown up in their homes or used them as investments. Many have brought their children up in them and created memories so it’s hugely emotional for them parting with their homes.

“I take this personally and I appreciate that it’s a big moment,” she says.

As part of Debbie’s ‘personal approach’ she chooses to personally handle every aspect of the sale and marketing process. Because of her tireless efforts more and more people are choosing to list with Mike Pero Real Estate.

One client who had a successful sale over the weekend but did not want to be named, says she chose to list with Debbie because of her clarity, honesty and work ethic.

“I walked into her office one day simply to

inquire and met Debbie. I thought to myself here is a woman who is working hard and to the best of her ability.

“She puts all of her energy into what she does and now after going through the whole sale process I’m feeling really good about it.

There’s a huge amount of work that goes on behind the scenes but Debbie was very clear on every detail,” she says.

Debbie’s straight-up and transparent approach to selling is appreciated by all of her clients.

“Every seller and their needs are different, every property is different so I treat each client accordingly. I mould to fit their needs and wants.

“I truly, truly love the process,” she says.

It has been nearly seven years since Debbie was approached to introduce the Mike Pero Real Estate franchise to Marlborough.

The business has continued to grow every year, celebrated by the numerous podium awards won by Debbie including second place in New Zealand for sales units 2015, 2016 and 2017.

“I don’t know where the time has gone, it feels like yesterday that I embarked on this exciting journey.

“I love the challenge of working hard to achieve the absolute best result,” she says.

But like every successful business there’s the backbone that keeps it all ticking along, and Debbie attributes this to her behind the scenes team - Maggie and Minnie.

“I couldn’t do what I do without them,” she says.

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out & about

Earth Day Party

The Marlborough Earth Day Party was held on Saturday, attracting a large crowd that gathered to learn more about all that is renewable, sustainable, healthy and carbon zero in Marlborough.

Dad Jordy Taylor with son Archie enjoying father- son time.

Kayley Balderstone and Libby Holdaway.

Aleena Baker with daughers Evy and Athina enjoying an icecream.

Marlborough Girl Guides Charlotte Cockerell, Aylah Aitchison and TeAna and Ayla Tasker learning new things about how Maddy Giles. to save the environment.

Masterchief inspired cookoff

The ladies at the Rural Women NZ Marlborough provincial hosted a masterchief inspired cook off for their conference where each team had an hour each to cook a main meal and side dish.

Mary Neal frying up the onions.

Carol Wells getting the Sweet and Sour pork underway.

Ally Avery the first in her team to start preparing the meal.

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Something for Everyone December 9 & 10, 2017 April 20 to May 5, 2018

HAYES, Samuel David (David): Former teacher Q.C.C, Picton. Died peacefully at home April 22, 2018, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia. Dearly missed by wife Betty, children Dawn, Chris and Phil, and his many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

BRUCE, Peter John: On April 22 2018, suddenly but peacefully at Wairau Hospital.

Aged 84 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Mary, loved father and father-in-law of Sue and Gary, Fiona, Gareth and Deirdre, Liz and Mike. Loved Grandad of Mike, David, Russell, Fraser, Cameron, Kerah and Matt; great grandfather of Holly. Messages may be sent to 548 Selwyn Road, R D 8, Christchurch 7678. In lieu of flowers, a donation to St John would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to P O Box 467, Blenheim 7240. A service for Peter will be held at the Holy Trinity Church, Nelson Square, Picton at 11.00am on Friday April 27, followed by private cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.

Respectfully cared for by GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz POULTNEY, Osborne (Ozzie): Passed away peacefully at Ashwood Park Retirement Village, on Sunday April 22 2018. In his 91st year. Loving husband of the late Betty, beloved father and father-in-law of Grant and Sue, Craig and Rachel, Stewart and Kristen.

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Classifieds Advertising Ph 03 577 7868

public notice

public notice

Pet HealtH awareness seminar By veterinarian in Picton

public notice

Marlborough Clay TargeT Club SporTing ClayS ShooT Shoot is at 2945 Awatere Valley Road on April 29.

10 Stand 80 target simulated shoot, lunch is available.

Over two nights, tuesday may 1 & 8. $50pp. Spot prizes - information folder - supper

For more information, look on the Marlborough Clay Target Club Facebook page or phone 021 167 6790

Visit: www.pethealthawareness.co.nz for booking details or phone 573 8299

Renwick Residents Association

CLOTHING

working as Renwick Smart + Connected

ALTERATIONS & REPAIRS

Notice of AGM

Wednesday 2nd May 7pm Woodbourne Tavern All Renwick residents welcome to attend

For all your sewing requirements

Trev’s Painting & Decorating Interiors - Exteriors - Wall papering Gib stopping - Roofs EQC

Phone Lynette at The Sewing Room 03 578 1010 or 0275781010

Quality Service Guaranteed

Tradesman with 40 years experience Ph 022 184 2778 • A/H 03 579 3368 email: samkar@xtra.co.nz

Marlborough Area Pony Club AGM 5th May 7pm at Saveur.

AGM Diabetes Marlborough Inc 2pm Saturday 28th April 2018

public notice

At St Marys Parish Hall, Maxwell Road Blenheim All most welcome.

Mon Thai

Are you having problems with your computer?

I can help with • System speed-ups and tune-ups • Virus and Malware removal • Back-ups • Windows upgrades • System repairs and service • Internet and email support • General help and support

Phone Mike on

0273444773

Eastern States Speedway General Meeting Notification

B L EN HE I M C O U N T RY MUSIC CLUB

Thursday 3rd May 2018 7pm start at the clubrooms All members encouraged to please attend.

Hereby give notification of the

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING to be held Sunday 20th May 2018 Redwoodtown School Hall Cleghorn Street 2:00 pm All enquiries Kirsten 021 351 233 • Kathy (03) 5779 659

Massage

RELAX YOUR BODY AND MIND Computer Service and Repair

Traditional Thai Massage Aromatherapy Massage Sports Massage Foot Reflexology Massage Back Neck, Shoulders Massage Pregnancy Massage Coconut Oil Massage Warm Herbal Compression

258A Scott Street, Redwoodtown, Blenheim

Please see the table below which expands the table on Page 16 to show the total rates paid by the same six $170,000 land value properties in each of the geographic rating areas.

2017-18 Residential/Rural - Total Rates and Charges $ comparison Land Value: $170,000

Blenheim

Blenheim Vicinity

Picton

Picton Vicinity

General Rural

Sounds Admin Rural

WHAT'S ON Tonight Housie 7.00pm - Club Main Hall Quiz 7.15pm Main Bar

Thursday Housie 12.30pm - RSA Lounge Members Draw - $5000.00

Friday

Super Sunday – mega raffle afternoon 4-6pm

Tuesday Members Draw - 1st draw $1900.00 *Unless struck prior

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

situations vacant

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562.10 581.75 $Nil 115.00 $Nil 1.20 2,977.15 3,154.06 (176.91)

$Nil $Nil $Nil $Nil $Nil 1.20 1,152.31 650.80 501.51

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Targeted Rates Sewerage Rates and Charges Water Rates and Charges Wairau Valley River Works Rate Rubbish and Recycling Collection Rates and Charges Pool Inspection Picton Forum Rate Total Rates with Rating Changes Total Actual Rates Total Rates Change $ Total Rates Change %

As can be seen, only Blenheim and Picton residents pay for rubbish and recycling services. Similarly, only those connected to mains water pay Water Rates and Charges. The same situation applies to Sewerage.

Picton Vicinity ratepayers do not pay for these services.

Councillors appreciate that if this policy change goes ahead, there will be a significant rates increase for property owners in Picton Vicinity. As a result Council has proposed to mitigate this increase by smoothing the impact of it through remitting a proportion of the increase for three years, if the rates increase is over 40%. There are different options proposed in the Consultation Document (page 17) for term and size of this remission. The remission is paid for from District Wide Reserves.

Council’s review of its Rating Policy affects all ratepayers in the District. As a result you’re encouraged to make a submission by going to: https://www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/have-your-say-consultations .

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Starborough Farming Company Ltd is a family owned and operated farming business with vineyards in the Awatere and Wairau Valleys. We are currently expanding our Awatere vineyard operation and seek an experienced vineyard operator to work predominately on our vineyards located in the Seddon area.

The successful applicant will be required to perform a wide range of vineyard tasks including foliar and weed spraying, mechanical canopy management, mowing, mulching, vineyard repairs and maintenance. Seasonal (hands on) vineyard work will be required during certain periods of the year. They will need to be passionate about viticulture, physically fit, commitment to Health and Safety and able to work unsupervised.

Remuneration will be negotiated depending on the successful applicants experience and ability. A Growsafe certificate is an advantage and flexibility with working hours will be necessary, especially during peak periods.

This is a great opportunity to join our small dedicated team focused on producing premium fruit. If you are self motivated and keen to work for a family business that values hard work and commitment please contact us.

Applications close Friday 4th May Please send CV including references to James Jones Email: james@starborough.co.nz or 101 O’Dwyers Rd, RD3, Blenheim, 7273

wMARLBOROUGH DISTRICT COUNCIL

IT System Support Officer Are you passionate about providing high level customer service and also can demonstrate great technical skills. Do you love troubleshooting and problem solving? You will have a minimum 3 years IT experience and tertiary or relevant qualification/certification like CompTIA, ITIL and Microsoft.

General Rates and Charges 2017-18 Actual General Rates & Charges

For more information phone Susan on 5777 868

Tēnā koutou katoa Actives Explorers Blenheim are looking for a fun, nurturing and passionate person with an awesome sense of humour to join our team.

We have a 1 year fixed term position available for a teacher in training (third year preferable but not essential).

Please send C.V to: Natasha at cm.blenheim@ activeexplorers.co.nz

Permanent Vineyard Operator

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They do not pay for water, sewerage and rubbish collection. The cost of these services is paid by separate targeted rates. If the property can’t be connected to the Council service they are not rated.

Permanent part-time deliverers needed two days a week.

Would suit mature, reliable school children who have parental or caregivers support.

03 579 5689

Members Draw - $4600.00 Live Music - Route 66 - Club Bar 7pm

This is correct, so far as it goes. Picton Vicinity Ratepayers pay General Rates and Charges and the targeted Picton Forum Rate. General Rates and charges pay for services such as roads, democracy, culture and heritage library, environmental policy and environmental monitoring and community facilities.

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Council’s proposed change in Rating Policy as outlined on pages 14-17 of the Consultation Document has generated some interest and comment. Much of the comment from Picton Vicinity Ratepayers centres around not receiving Council supplied Water, Sewerage and Rubbish Collection services.

WANTED PERMANENT DELIVERERS

Mob 022 011 072

Members Draw - $100.00

Paying for Water, Sewerage and Rubbish Collection

situations vacant

for sale HONDA Stream S/W: 2001 Auto, high mileage. Well maintained $ 3 20 0 ono. M OTOR Scooters, 2 Honda nifty fifties. One is a goer, but needs a battery. One for spares. $200.00 for both. Phone 5722521.

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Due to an internal promotion we are looking for an enthusiastic person to join the IT Infrastructure Support Team as an IT Support Officer.

If you have these skills, a willingness and aptitude for learning, and want to be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team, we would love to hear from you.

In return you will be rewarded with a competitive salary, a comprehensive employee package and an excellent work environment.

New Zealand Citizenship or Permanent residence and a full current NZ driver licence are required to be considered.

Applications close at 5.00pm on 4 May 2018.

Applications should be made online via the careers page www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/careers/currentvacancies where you will find full information on the vacancy and how to apply.

For further information you are welcome to contact dan.rotar@marlborough.govt.nz

www.marlborough.govt.nz

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Classifieds Advertising Ph 03 577 7868 situations vacant

BLENHEIM

Support Worker

Physical Disability Support Services We have both casual and permanent parttime positions available working mainly in the high and complex needs area. Please apply to this vacancy to be notified of an information evening to be held on Thursday, 3 May 2018. Interviews will take place Friday, 4 May 2018.

Closing date: Sunday, 29 April 2018.

Ref: W18/064.

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 Register for job alerts and view full details of vacancies

www.nmdhb.govt.nz/careers

Part Time Medical Receptionist The position is approximately 22 hours per week and annual leave cover.

Confidence working with technology and experience with Microsoft Office is essential, knowledge of MedTech32 would be an advantage.

Application Close Friday 27th April.

For a job description and hours please check our website or contact us.

Phone: 03 578 1665 info@theskinclinic.co.nz

Gary Ching Ltd Office Administrator

Ryniker Cup nett winners Thora Lawson, Chrissie Mackie, Lyn Batchelor and Jill Carpenter.

Part-time (12 hours/week approx.) - Blenheim (flexible hours but must be able to work on Wednesdays) Gary Ching Locksmiths is a locally owned family business specialising in the Locksmith and Security Industry or over 40 years.

We are looking for an administration superstar to join our team. The successful candidate will have experience in working in small businesses, be skilled in accounts management and modern accounting programmes, preferably MYOB. You must have a positive attitude, excellent communication skills and be able to manage your workload so that all deadlines are met.

Love Running eRRands?

4 hours, 1 day per week

We are looking for someone to help with running errands, recycling and some light cleaning.

This is great opportunity for an experienced person to join a well-respected business and a competitive salary package is on offer to the right person.

For further information, or to send your CV, please contact Katrine at accounts@chinglocks.co.nz.

Applications close 4th May 2018

This is a fixed term role until Spring.

Day and start time is negotiable for the right person.

If you would like to apply, please send us an application letter telling us about yourself and why you would be suitable for this job.

Please send your application to careers@taylorpasshoney.co.nz

Administration Assistant We require an Administration assistant who is enthusiastic and motivated to join our team.

For this role it is critical you are an experienced administrator, are well organised and can demonstrate a proven ability to multi task.

This position is Permanent / Full time (Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm) The successful applicant will be responsible for: • General Reception Duties • Receiving / Co-ordinating Job Bookings • Account Receivables / Payables • Processing Invoices To be successful in this role you will require the following: • Ability to work accurately with particular attention to detail • Good oral and written communication skills • Strong computer skills • Experience with MYOB software If this sounds like you please apply with CV and references to:

ange@cresselectrical.co.nz

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

Applications close 5pm on the 4th May 2018.

Wanted

REGISTERED NURSE

The Ryniker Cup winners Aroha Minhinnick, Andrea Corbett, Jo Rainbird and Rete Kydd.

CASUAL We have a casual vacancy available for a qualified NZ registered nurse.

If you have an affinity with the elderly along with the ability to work flexible shifts on a casual basis we would love to hear from you!

Please call at reception for an application or email facilitymanager@ashwoodpark.co.nz Applications close 30/4/2018

ADVERTISING TERMS & CONDITIONS All advertisements are subject to the approval of Blenheim Sun newspaper. Advertisements are positioned entirely at the option of The Publisher & no guarantee of placement is given. Applicable loadings apply only to the specific placement of strip or island advertisements. Placement & approval is at the discretion of The Publisher. While every effort will be made to publish as instructed, The Publisher accepts no liability for any loss caused through loss or misplacement. The Publisher reserves the right to reject any advertisement considered unsuitable for publication. Advertisements will be charged on the size of the material supplied or the space ordered whichever is the greater. It is the responsibility of the Advertiser or Advertising Agent to notify Blenheim Sun newspaper of any error within 24 hours of its publication. The Publisher is not responsible for recurring errors. To obtain a classified space order (defined as annual commitment of advertising space or spend) please speak to your advertising representative. (Surcharges may apply if commitment levels are not met or cancellation of a space booking & or contract). Cancellation: neither display nor classified cancellations will be accepted after the booking deadline. No credits will be issued to classified package buys that have commenced their series. If an advertiser at any time fails to supply copy within the deadline, it is understood & agreed that the last copy supplied will be repeated.

Specific terms & conditions apply to certain classifications. These may relate to either requirements & conditions set by industry standards for the advertising of certain goods & services, or set by The Publisher.

Please speak to your advertising representative to obtain a full copy of these. Advertisers agree that all advertisements published by Blenheim Sun newspaper may also appear on a relevant website.

The Duncan Salver winners Barbara Ford, Ange Van Rooyen, Yvonne Gibson and Jenny Davies.

Ryniker Cup golf competition The weather was perfect and the course in great condition for the Ryniker Cup and Duncan Salver competitions played at the Kaikoura golf course.

Winners of the Ryniker

Cup gross were Rarangi, with 262. Runners-up were Marlborough on 269.

The Nett cup was won

by Kaikoura on 227, with Blenheim runners-up on 256.

The Duncan Salver was

won by Kaikoura on 306, with Rarangi runners-up on 310.

The Nett cup was won by Wairau Valley on 245 with Marlborough runner-up on 250.

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

Reflector gear is compulsory.

Joggers and walkers regardless of ability are welcome.

On Saturday there is a pack run or walk from the Havelock Marina to Cullens Point and back.

Meet at the Havelock Marina at 1.45pm for a 2pm start.

All welcome to come and enjoy the run walk, scenery and companionship.

Car pool leaves the Redwood Community Hall on the corner of Weld and Cleghorn Streets at 1.15pm sharp.

Picton golf results Swim coach Toni Batey works with pupils Maya Marshall, Tama Niblett and Oli Marshall in Kaikoura’s “pop up pool”. Photo Peter Jones.

Kaikoura Swimmers forced to pool their resources

By Peter Jones, Sport Tasman Like so many fellow residents of the troubled seaside town, Kaikoura’s swimmers have become adept at taking the good with the bad.

The bad happened on November 14, 2016, when a 7.8 magnitude earthquake put the town’s community pool out of commission.

Since the 1960s the well-utilised “Lions Pool”, situated on the Marine Parade beachfront, had been a base for the town’s swimming club and an ideal training facility for all the town’s competitive swimmers, including primary and secondary school students.

A resident’s survey in January, 2017, suggested getting a new pool was a top priority and, with full funding from Sport New Zealand, Sport Tasman arranged

a feasibility study to investigate building a new pool.

Its recommendations were a 25 metre, six-lane indoor pool, with a learner pool and a toddlers’ play attached.

The recommendations were accepted by the Kaikoura District Council and now the Earthquake Recovery Leadership team is investigating an appropriate site.

A fundraising team has also been formed. Sport Tasman CEO Nigel Muir, who is part of the steering group, says getting a pool built is a priority for Kaikoura.

“In smaller regions like Kaikoura, pools become key community centres for youth, adults, disabled and the elderly – this pool will make a major difference to people’s lives”.

In the meantime, the resilient attitude of the local swimming

fraternity, plus some timely financial assistance, has come to the fore.

With the “Lions Pool” taken out of the equation, two main options remained.

Foremost was the 14 metre-long covered Kaikoura Primary School pool, miraculously undamaged in the quake but too shallow for competition dives and turns.

Last year a $10,000 grant from an anonymous donor in Christchurch allowed the primary school to add a new heat pump to their pool, meaning it could remain open for longer periods of the year.

Then in early 2017 the community were granted use of a heated “pop-up pool”, which was built beside the Kaikoura Primary School pool.

The eight metre-long, covered

facility gets regular visits from casual swimmers and is also used for junior swimming lessons.

Kaikoura Primary School principal Nigel Easson, whose school has nearly doubled its roll since the quake, is thankful for what he jokingly calls their “multi-pool complex”.

Marty Pattison, president and coach of the Kaikoura Amateur Swim Club, said the absence of a full size pool had impacted on the club’s numbers.

“There are quite a few of the older crew that haven’t bothered joining up this season because of the facilities we have got at the moment,” Marty says.

“However we have a lot of youngsters, so the couple of small pools we are using are just working for them … and keeping our numbers up.”

Free rugby coaching workshop Do you have a passion for rugby but want to learn what it’s like to coach?

Ex-Highlanders player John Leslie is coming to Blenheim and Renwick on Sunday April 29 to run free rugby coaching workshops to pass on tips for volunteer coaches.

The Blenheim workshop will be held from 12pm-1pm at Lansdowne Park and Renwick will be held from 2pm to 3pm at Renwick Rugby Club.

The event is free so anyone who is inter-

ested just needs to turn up with enthusiasm to learn.

Each person at the coaching workshop will be given a lanyard with coaching techniques and a solid understanding of how to run an hour long coaching session.

John has coached more than 20 rugby teams in his overall 13 years of volunteering for the sport, and working alongside his long-time friend Tony Brown, he created easy step by step guide to put the confidence and enthusiasm back into coaching.

Ex-Highlanders player John Leslie.

Results from Picton Golf Club matches.

Saturday April 14, 2nd Varnham Trophy: Ian Molloy 38; Christian Moore 37; Damien Pollard 34; Dave Proctor 32; Mark Ivamy 32; Trevor Gullery 31.

Tuesday April 17, Watson Cup: Helen McIsaac Nett 75; Dido Harper 77; Cushla Brosnahan 79.

McGregor putting cup: Ricky Ashworth 27; Maria McConway 31; Cushla Brosnahan 31.

Thursday April 19, stableford: Ian Molloy 35; Ant Booker 35; Ian Johnson 34; Jeff Pascoe 32; Leigh S-Smith 32; Allan Butland 31; Trevor Gullery 31.

Friday April 20, 9 hole stableford: Judy Jones 20; Ellie Gillies 19; Margaret Frisken 16; Lyn Pawson 15; Penny Nelson 13; Les Johnson 17; Barry Mills 14; Roger Kett 13.

Blenheim Golf Club Results from Blenheim Golf Club matches.

Weds. Womens stableford: 0-30, Colleen McLeod 34, Trees Rewi 31. 30+ Bernice Arnold 1st, Jenny Evans 2nd.

9 holes: Lesley Hill 13.

Thurs. Mens multiple stableford: Brent Baker 99, Dave Lightfoot 98, Kevin Smith 89, Ian Clark 84, Allan Knight 84, Wayne Geer 83, Dave Waters 81, Phil Starkey 79, John Anderson 75, Dez Campbell 75, Neal Blackford 73, Paddy Norton 72, John Rewi 71, Clive Aitchison 71.

Sat. Men’s Edgar Clarkson 27 hole stableford: Brent Baker 59, Paddy Norton 57, Hamish MacNeill 56, Don Lamond 56, Luke Yarrall 55, Mike Gardiner 55, Trent Davies 55, Lord Wolfe 55, Buck Asplet 55, Nigel Smith 54. Womens March Trophy: Judith Batty 53. Fairweather prize 6/15: Buck Asplet. Geoffrey T Sowman prize 9/18: Hamish MacNeill.

Mon. 9 hole stableford, men: Roy Lilley 20, Ray Welsh 17, Ivan Neame 17, Paddy Couchman 17, John Rewi 16, Brian Brown 15, Bob Tapp 15.

Upcoming events: Sat. 21st, men medal 1st qualifying club champs and 1st round Browne Memorial. Women: LGU medal, 2nd Sowman qualifying.

Sun. 22nd, stableford.

Mon. 23rd, 9 Hole stableford, all welcome.

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Wednesday April 25, 2018

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