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By Celeste Alexander Tinsel, twinkling lights, stars and angels - decorating the family home is one of the pleasures of Christmas. For Renwick woman Jill Newman decorating her home for Christmas this year will be done slightly differently. There will be the likes of traditional holly, mistletoe and snowflakes but instead of being store bought, they will be made out of sugar. Jill’s home will be part of the Hospice Pre-Christmas Peek that is being held on December 2. Ticket holders will have the pleasure of visiting Jill’s home and seeing the sugar art decorations for themselves. Continued on page 2. Renwick woman Jill Newman with some of the sugar art Christmas decorations she has made for The Hospice Pre-Christmas Peek tour taking place in December.
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Christmas decorations made of sugar Continued from page 1. For the past seven years Jill has attended workshops and practiced her sugar art skills so that she could pursue it as a hobby. It was after visiting the Marlborough Cake Decorating Guild with a friend that she first became inspired. “I was watching a lady make a carnation and seeing how she turned it into this beautiful, life-like flower just blew my mind. “That same wonderful lady invited us to her house and taught me the basic skills, then I went up to Napier for a workshop. “I also taught myself from books and took real flowers apart, lay them on paper and photocopied them which provided a template to make cutters. I’m very much self taught and I absolutely love sugar art,” she says. The biggest compliment
she’s received was when someone picked up a sugar art walnut and tried to eat it. “She was apologising as she thought it was real,” Jill laughs. “But I said not to worry and that it was the biggest compliment she could have given me.” Last year Jill began thinking about creating a sugar art Christmas decoration display, but when the opportunity arose to be part of the Hospice fundraiser, she immediately got to work. “A friend did it two years ago and I considered it myself. I started in earnest about 16 months ago doing bits here and there,” she says. Opening up each of the cupboards in her homebased sugar art room, there is everything from holly vines wound around beautiful candle hold-
ers, through to Christmas wreaths and napkin holders already made. Jill is working on several pieces including a fruit bowl, a cheeseboard with olives, crackers, celery and walnuts, a gingerbread house and even traditional Christmas fruit cakes. “My plan is to decorate my front room with a Christmas tree which will have all sugar ornaments hanging and lace snowflakes hanging from the windows. “But the main feature will be a table set up with edible decorations, place settings and some other special touches. “And because I know people will be curious about how these decorations feel and are made, I will also have a touch table where people can feel them for themselves,” Jill says. If you would like to see
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Jill Newman with the sugar art Christmas wreath she has made.
Jill’s Christmas display and be part of the Hospice Pre-Christmas Peek, make sure you get your tickets early to avoid disappointment. They cost $55 each and can be purchased from Mayflower Studio on the corner of Queen Street and Maxwell Road, the Hospice Shop in Redwoodtown or online at www. prechristmaspeek.co.nz
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Close call for crash driver By Bill McElhinney A driver who crashed her car near Riverlands yesterday was lucky to escape uninjured. Her Peugeot hatchback veered off the road as she approached Cobb Cottage, on State Highway One at Riverlands. She drifted across the southbound lane and glanced off a concrete power pole, then went through a road sign and collided with a boundary fence. The car hit a fence post, which snapped off and embedded itself in the top of the windscreen, narrowly missing the driver. The vehicle eventually came to a stop in a roadside drain. Blenheim man Dave Oliver, who was driving behind the woman at the time, stopped to lend assistance. “I was amazed when I got to her vehicle and she climbed out unscathed,” Dave says. “She appeared to have only a scratch on her hand. “She was tired, and apparently had dozed off. “She wanted her handbag, which contained her phone, and I offered to get it for her. “Her bag was stuck under the fence post that had crashed through her windscreen, and I had to lift the post to get it out. “The post had gone right through to where a front seat passenger would have been sitting. The crash was reported to Police at about 2.27pm and Police arrived at the scene at 2.33pm, community constable Russ Smith says.
“It appears that the driver, a 78-year-old woman, became tired while driving between Hanmer and Blenheim,” Russ says. “As she approached the Cobb Cottage she dozed off and the car veered off the road. “An ambulance was called but after the woman was assessed, no further medical attention was required and she was taken home by friends,” Russ says. “Police have checked on her this morning and she is fine. She expressed gratitude for all the help she received from the emergency services and is grateful that she was able to walk away from such a serious crash.” The Police are warning drivers that fatigue can be a killer. “If you feel tired when driving, pull over and rest. “Change drivers if you can and don’t keep driving if you’re feeling The sole occupant of this Peugeot hatchback was lucky to escape without weary,” Russ says. injury after crashing in Riverlands on Wednesday. Photo by David Oliver.
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Giveaway winners The Sun Newspaper is pleased to announce the winners of a recent double pass giveaway to the duo, Emily Sun and Gamal Khamis, performing at the ASB Theatre in Blenheim. Congratulations to Ana Panoho and Fabio Silva. Tickets are still available for purchase at the theatre, or via Ticketek NZ, for tomorrow’s show.
Grants applications sought Not-for-profit organisations providing servicestotheMarlboroughcommunity can apply now for Marlborough District Council community grants. Grants are available for: arts and culture; community welfare/social services; environment; heritage; sport and recreation. Applications must be for projects/services that meet the criteria for the funding and be of direct benefit to the people of the Marlborough district. Apply online or contact Lyne Reeves at the council. Applications close 5.00 pm on October 26.
Get a float going Entries are open for floats for this year’s Blenheim Christmas Parade. There will be prizes for the best floats and walking group. The winning float can also be displayed in the centre of town at the Blenheim Christmas Festival on Thursday, December 13. All businesses, associations, teams, clubs and groups are encouraged to bring colour, character and Christmas cheer to the parade and CBD by making their float stand out with great music and decoration. This year Resene ColorShops have kindly offered to provide paint to help you create the most colourful Christmas floats ever. For more information and to request an application form email Rachael at Marlborough 4 Fun - events@marlborough4fun.co.nz or Ph: 03 577 8946.
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Life journey reflected in Andrew’s art By Bill McElhinney Coming from a broken home put Andrew Panaho on a journey that changed his life and his art. The Blenheim artist, pastor and father of five is staging an exhibition of his paintings: “Faith – The Window of Heaven is Open,” in the Yealands Estate Marlborough Gallery from October 20 to November 4. “My father was Maori and my mother is Scottish / English descent,” Andrew says. “When I was five years old, my father abandoned my mum and us three young boys, vanishing overseas and we never saw him again.” Andrew and his brothers grew up in rural Northland in the 1970’s, then in the 80’s moved to Auckland for schooling. As a youngster Andrew showed artistic promise and at age 17 had his first paintings shown at the Sargeants
gallery in Wanganui. He then went on to do a Masters in Fine Arts at Elim School of Fine Arts, Auckland University. A trip to the USA followed, then London, where Andrew set up a warehouse studio. He was also exploring his faith, and London proved to be a turning point in his life. “I was taken under the wing of a pakeha Anglican priest, Bill Heald,” Andrew says. “My time with Bill was a re-parenting experience. I finally had a healthy connection with a father figure, and I learned what a father could and should be. “It was also a time of healing for me after being abandoned by my natural father.” Andrew met his wife, Ana, in London, and eventually the couple decided to return to New Zealand to cater for a growing family. The couple settled in
Blenheim, where Andrew worked as a youth pastor and at numerous other jobs to provide for the family. “Midway through 2007, having completed the building of my studio, I returned to painting and I have been working as an artist, ever since,” Andrew says. He and Ana also lead a small home church which meets twice a week in their Penny Street home. Some of his paintings deal with issues such as the insecurity many young men face today. “There is increasing pressure on families these days,” Andrew says. “Young people are more stressed and many come from broken homes. My work attempts to address some of these issues.” One of the paintings in the exhibition, “Towards manhood,” deals with the insecurity of diverse young
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Andrew Panaho with his painting "Towards Manhood," a watercolour portraying the insecurity of young men who are detached' from their natural fathers.
men who are detached from their natural fathers and are in a painful search for their own true identity as men, Andrew says.
Andrew will be giving an artist’s floor talk at the exhibition at 7pm on Wednesday, October 24, and will also be holding an Anglican style
communion service at 2pm on both Sunday October 28 and Sunday November 4, the second and third Sundays of the show.
Thank you, Marlborough Blenheim Arthritis Appeal coordinators Lynne a nd D oug McM i l la n want to say a very big thank you from Arthritis New Zealand to all those who supported the annual appeal last month in Blenheim, Picton, Renwick and Woodbourne. “Thanks to the wonderful team of people who kindly volunteered their time and energy to collect on the street, and everyone who dug deep and generously donated,” Lynne says. “We do appreciate it. This money will allow us to continue our work in the
community. “Thank you also to 27 Sqn ATC, Springlands Sea Scouts, Churchward Scouts and Cubs and Marlborough Girl Guides who pounded the streets for us,” There is a very heartwarming story from Rarangi I would like to share, Lynne says. “Five year old Charlie Bromich ran into the house when Dorothy our collector called and raided his money box to pop some of his hard earned pocket money into the bag. “Thank you Charlie, you are very kind!”
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Take the opportunity to have a good clear out before Christmas arrives – there’s another Second-Hand Sunday coming up when you can give unwanted goods to others to take away. Sunday 28 October is SecondHand Sunday – the last for 2018. Here’s how it works: Register your address in advance if you have goods to give away. Registered properties will
be listed on the Council website advertisement for Second-Hand Sunday during October. Put out a Second-Hand Sunday sign (grey leaflet from Council) at your letterbox on Sunday 28 October so people know you have items to give away. Put the items together in a neat pile, either at your letterbox or next to your driveway. Remove the sign at 1.00 pm and pack up any leftover items. It’s
your responsibility to remove anything left behind. If you leave it outside your property boundary then you are in breach of the dumping rubbish bylaw. Remember Take items only from properties advertised and where the Second-Hand Sunday sign is displayed. Don’t arrive before 10.00 am or after 1.00 pm.
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Don’t enter the property; items should be at the front gate. If you have uncollected goods you may wish to donate them to a charity shop or take them to the Re-use Shop, or Transfer Station. To register Call Council on 03 520 7400 before 1.00 pm on Friday 26 October, or email: mdc@ marlborough.govt.nz or via the website www.marlborough.govt. nz
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Council has approved just over $1.75 million to fund a range of local projects though its Land Subdivision Account, to the year end 30 June 2019. This budget is funded by levies charged to developers for reserves and community facilities. The following projects have been approved for the 2018/19 financial year: Renwick Tennis Courts – Fence and hedge removal, $27,505; courts resurfaced, $56,960 Mark Smith Reserve – Farm-themed playground equipment, $200,000 Ward Domain – New barn/shed doors and car park, $62,400 Endeavour Park – Tennis court lights, $30,000 Lansdowne Park – Central Rugby carpark conversion to grass, $12,400 College Park - Small section of carpark sealed, $12,000 Harling Park – Install Japanese style fencing, $17,000 Pollard Park – New playground equipment, BBQ, safety matting to support liberty swing, $160,000 Oliver Park – New poles to replace lights, $22,000 Rai Valley – Playground equipment at Bryants Reserve, $30,000 Eric Young Reserve – Swing basket in reserve between Westhaven to Robalan Streets, $14,000 Riverlands School – Playground equipment, $40,000 Seddon Domain – Pump track, $16,000 Lansdowne South - lighting, cabling, turf resurfacing and realignment, toilets and storage, $745,000
The Marlborough emergency response team recently underwent a general rescue training course to upskill in emergencies involving urban search and rescue awareness, reconnaissance, searching for trapped victims and recovery. Emergency Management Officer Gary Spence said the course allowed the Marlborough team to practice with other response teams from around the South Island. “The two-weekend course included rope rescue and rubble pile searches and will help us to better respond locally or assist other regions,” Gary said. Here are some images of the team’s training that give an insight of the work involved to help our community in an emergency.
Celebrating Picton’s heritage buildings Community News - Community Grants Marlborough District Council is seeking applications for funding from not-for-profit organisations providing services to the Marlborough community under the following category headings: • Arts and Culture • Community Welfare/Social Services • Environment • Heritage • Sport and Recreation Applications must be for projects/services that meet the
criteria for the funding and be of direct benefit to the people of the Marlborough district. Applications are completed online by going to Council’s website Grants and Awards Applications close 5.00 pm 26 October 2018. For further information please contact: Lyne Reeves Community Development Advisor Phone. 03 520 7400
- Mental Health Consumer Advocacy Service Mental Health Consumer Advocacy Service provides a free and confidential advocacy, support and information service
to and for people who have experienced mental illness. For further information Ph: 03 579 5304.
A series of plaques that tell the story of some of Picton’s heritage buildings will be unveiled this Sunday 14 October. An initiative of the Picton Smart and Connected Heritage Working Group and the Marlborough Heritage Trust, the four plaques aim to make the history and herit-
age of Picton much more visible. Other plaques are planned in the future and will be part of a heritage trail for the town. The plaque unveiling begins at 2.00 pm at Picton Railway Station on Auckland Street, and ends at the Edwin Fox Museum, where Come along and celebrate a slice of Picton’s refreshments will be served. heritage.
Ageing Positively - Help with Travel Free public transport is available to Super Gold Card holders on the Blenheim Bus. However there is also some assistance available to people who require door-to-door transport. The Total Mobility Scheme provides subsidised taxi transport for people who can’t manage public transport due to permanent disability or impairment. The Scheme is jointly funded by the District Council and the NZ Transport Agency. An eligibility assessment by a participating Agency is required before joining the Total Mobility
Scheme (a $20 assessment fee is payable to the agency). People who qualify for this assistance are issued with a photo ID card and vouchers that entitle the user to half-price travel up to the value of $15 for a one-way trip within Marlborough. There’s no restriction on the purpose of the trip; it can be to the doctor or the shop or for personal or social reasons. • Marlborough Taxis (Hoist service) 03 577 5511 • Flo2Go (Hoist service) 0800 356 246
• Blenheim Shuttles 03 577 5277 • Your Local Chauffeur 022 018 2470 • Driving Miss Daisy • Marlborough (Hoist service) 03 579 3162 or 0800 948 432 • Jade Pick Me Ups 03 577 8347 or 027 951 1952 • Wairau Charters (Hoist service) 021 050 4446 • A1 Shuttles (Picton only) 022 0188 472 or 0800 A1PICTON These transport operators accept Total Mobility vouchers. Where a wheelchair hoist service is available, pre-booking is recommended.
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Mobile net work in renwick is very poor. Lucky if you can get 2 bars on 3g, only an up grade to 4g would be nice. Only 3 blocks away from tower.
Re Council Spending ...just to reiterate to those who are having trouble understanding the processes of local government, the Deputy Mayor is not a one man band he works on committees that need a majority vote to pass any motion presented.
Surplus cirtus?
Drunk headline To the txt in the paper about the drunk destroys history... Naaaa should be murder destroys history... Have we all forgotten the ad THAT use to be on TV..... Idoit I heard it massive bang. CHANGE THE LAWS.
Extend hours please Any support for the chance of the refuse centre in Picton opening longer hours in the weekends?
Carbon footprint? Carbon footprint? I wonder what the latest carbon impact weight statistics for the Ardern-Gaylord family has now clocked up. It will make very interesting reading when compared with the normal socialist NZ single income one child family comrade!. Hmm.
Time to spring clean Picton has had a spring clean recently around the streets. Blenheim needs to do this too. It’s looking quite dirty, take some pride in your community!
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Repair roads now Do Marlborough Roads realise putting cones on the road doesn’t repair the pot holes. Are they going to stay until Xmas or are you going to do some repairs. Pretty simple what has to be done why not get on with it . Middle Renwick Rd and passing lanes going to Picton.
Petrol discounts unfair? The petrol discounts are extremeley unfair as people who do not drive are penalised, having to pay full price on everything. New Zealand has become a very unhappy nation as the population is being robbed by successive governments. This country has been built on the backs of wage and salary workers and big business has been gifted tax breaks. Time everyone paid their fair share.
Mosque is cultural centre Mosque.................sorry it’s not a mosque but an Islamic cultural centre to serve the local community. For overseas students, kiwi Muslims in airforce plus visiting - overseas defence personnel, 60 RSE brothers and tourists traveling through town looking for place to pray and eat halal food. Muslims have been in NZ since 1850 Muslims fought for King and Empire in two world wars and are involved in all aspects of NZ society today
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Not often praise is heaped on the council. The new bus service town via airport to Renwick surely is a winner. It must have been new blood to create this. Well done, c’mon folks use it. Home to airport brilliant! Visit Renwick for lunch and of course a FAMOUS pie or TWO! We welcome your texts on 027 242 5266. Limit to 70 words please. Name supplied please. We reserve the right to publish at our discretion. Please note the opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the Sun management.
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Logging trucks You can almost set your clock in Waikawa Rd, Picton! About 3.37am Mon - Fri the first, empty logging truck passes the Marina entrance then about 5 mins later another. If the same truck is still working at 6.30pm, is that legal? CVIU will confirm.
Organic honey? As an ex commercial grower and also a bee keeper now I find it very hard to see how there could be organic honey in Marlborough as was in newspaper last week also thought can’t be any organic produce with the amount of spray drift from vineyards.
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Tabloids are coming back Morning news. Where is it? Only on the net, the world doesn’t exist. Television only has subtitles, whilst airy fairy fluffies, waffle, good only for the jaffa’s drive to the office. And those flash microphones all over the desks, I want one! Come on, we want world news not just ‘star’ pretenders tastes on the width of a footpath by the beach! :). No wonder the tabloids are coming back!
Rubbish and re cycling For as long as council bought in these useless crates for recycle most of us used plastic bags to stop numerous “junk mail” flying around streets and up peoples driveways. Now article in paper saying Don’t do it anymore. Why didn’t you say this years ago. Come up with a better alternative. Like a wheelie bin you can hire especially for recycle. And make sure the lid fits once filled or doesn’t get picked up. There be no more rubbish flying around than there is now. People will learn. As they have more rubbish next week to get rid of. Council can recycle fish crates to help with costs. Because our rates will go up. To be sure .
Petrol pricing Join the cause and refrain from purchasing petrol on the 26th October.
Thank you A thank you note of appreciation to the kind folk who left a message and some cash, after a slight scratch to my car at the Farmers car park last week. Thank you.
Fuel prices Blenheims fuel prices just go to NPD. 15c off with gold card. 12c off with supermarket docket. Then there are days with 15c off for all, I just lol seeing people paying full price.
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Catch Boys’ College musicians in action By Megan Connolly This year Marlborough Boys’ College will be opening up their Cultural Prize Giving concert to the public on October 18 at 7pm in their school auditorium. The night is a celebration of the musical talent and student leadership at the school, music teacher and organiser Barbara Song says. In the past the evening has only been open for families and friends to watch, but by opening it up to the public they hope to provide an evening of entertainment. “The music is very enjoyable and at a very high standard,” Barbara says.
The Pasifika Group will be performing several songs on the evening. The group rehearses twice a week and goes out to primary schools on Thursday mornings to showcase their culture. They are also currently preparing for Polyfest next year in March in Christchurch, leader of the group, Lotu Solomona, says. After successful performances at Southern Jam Festival, the Jazz Combo will be playing the winning original composition by student Jonty Zyndenbos at the prize giving. The Jazz Combo got a
bronze overall but scored other notable awards: Sam Lee won best non-traditional jazz instrument for violin and Jonty won best musician at the festival. The brass ensemble will be playing a number they have been working on with their tutor, Kevin Mosely. “It’s an accumulation of a whole years’ worth of work,” Barbara says. A light supper will be provided with awards presented throughout the performances. “We encourage everyone to bring a paper note donation to give at the door,” Barbara says.
More than flowers in this garden By Bill McElhinney If you visit the Cottonwood Gardens home of Pauline and Leon Earle you’ll see a lot more than flowers. The Onamalutu garden is one of 12 on show this weekend as part of the Wairau Valley Anglican Parish’s annual garden tour. Pauline’s one hectare woodland garden is home to a wonderful variety of trees and flowers, most still in their spring glory. But when you arrive, you’ll also be greeted by kittens, peahens, puppies, pigs and you can also pet llamas, horses, goats, rabbits, cattle and rare breed sheep. “We have a petting area where you can get close up to the animals,” Pauline says, “or you can just stroll around the woodland garden and enjoy the beauty of nature.” Pauline also has a couple of possums with a rare gene which gives them an almost albino colouring. “They’re not albinos,” Paul-
Marlborough Boys' College Cultural Prize Giving will be open for the public this year with performances from Joseph Wegner on guitar, left, Monu Moli, Lotu Solomona and Sam Lee, in the back. Jonty Zydenbos, Myles Shearer and Kodi Rasmussen in front.
Alcohol harms By community constable Russ Smith This week the Police dealt with a situation that is unfortunately not uncommon. A 44-year-old Blenheim woman and a 45-year-old Blenheim man were arrested and charged with injuring with intent to injure and common assault after what started as a get-together for a meal and drinks. The male also faces a charge of breaching his bail conditions. Police were called to a
Picton address at about 7.45pm on Monday night after the pair allegedly became intoxicated and subsequently attacked a 46 -year-old Blenheim woman, punching her in the face and kicking her when she was on the floor. The victim is reported to have been treated at Wairau Hospital for significant facial injuries and a fractured rib. The arrested male and female were held in custody and were due to appear in the Blenheim District Court on
Tuesday morning. It’s timely to remind everyone to think about how they are drinking. There’s nothing wrong with having a good night and a few drinks, but have something substantial to eat if you’re having drinks, have water or something non-alcoholic in between and pace yourself. You don’t need to be intoxicated to have a good night and it’s more likely you’ll end up injured, a victim or in trouble if you drink to excess.
Nicky Stace and Pauline Earle in Pauline's Onamalutu Cottonwood Gardens, one of the feature gardens in this weekend’s Wairau Valley Anglican Parish annual garden tour.
ine says, “but they have a rare gene which makes their colouring distinctive.” However, don’t get the idea that Pauline harbours possum pests. “I have a gun licence and I shoot possums,” Pauline says. “But these are rare ones and I’ve kept them so people can see them.” The garden tour is on this
Saturday and Sunday, and tickets are available from Roselands Pets and Plants, Selmes Garden Nursery, Renwick Dairy, Devon Nursery and the Islington Garden Centre. Garden tour organiser Nicky Stace says the Langlely Dale garden will be on display, but not the Historic Langley Dale homestead.
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Marine Guide Prep, check, know Safer Boating Week (October 12-19) is traditionally the week before Labour Day weekend, which is when many boaties start getting back on the water. It uses the slogan “Prep, Check, Know,” to encourage boaties to take simple steps to get their boats and themselves ready before they get back on the water.
Prep your boat: Service the engine, check and change the fuel, check the battery, and generally give the boat a good once-over. Check your gear: Make sure your lifejackets are still fit for purpose and you have enough, service any inflatable lifejackets, ensure you have two reliable forms of communication equipment
– usually, marine VHF radio is best, check the marine weather forecast. Know the rules: Ensure you know the rules of the road on the water, and check your local bylaws to make sure you understand what the requirements are in your area. More information can be found at www.saferboating. org.nz
The Queen Charlotte Yacht Club is holding a series of Learn to Sail Courses for children aged eight-15 years.
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Queen Charlotte Yacht Club is holding a series of Learn to Sail Courses. Registrations can be made for the January 2019 courses, held at Shelley Beach in Picton. This course is aimed at children aged eight-15 years to teach them confidence on the water sailing an Optimist dinghy. The Course is run over three days with approx 12 hours of tuition both on and off the water. Coaching is given by qualified yachting instructors with help of other sailors. Water confidence and the ability to swim at least 50 metres is required.
The course fee of $175 per person covers • 12 hours tuition over three days • Yachting NZ Learn to Sail logbook and Level 1 certificate • Use of a Club Optimist and facilities for the duration of the course • Expert coaching by our qualified yachting instructor • Participants family are welcome For only $75 an optional extra this season is great value for graduates of the Learn to Sale course, and includes: • Group coaching every Saturday morning right up
until closing day in May 2019 • T he opportunity to gain Level 2 yachting NZ certficate • The use of club optimists for coaching and racing • Privileges of full family membership Planned dates for this season’s courses are as follows: January 3-5th, 2019 (Thursday to Saturday) January 24-26, 2019 (Sunday to Tuesday tbc) Registration is available at www.qcyc.org.nz For more information contact the Learn to Sail coordinator by email: LTS.qcyc@gmail.com
Boating statistics There have been only three boating fatalities this year for 2018 – almost an all-time low - but already Maritime NZ is warning boaties not to become part of the usual “statistic spike” this summer Over 1.5 million adults in New Zealand (about 42% of the adult population) took part in recreational boating last summer, and kayaks were again the most
popular form of recreational vessel owned or used by boaties (33%), followed by power boats up to 6 metres (22%) and dinghies (11%). Some long-term statistics • 90% of fatalities are men aged about 40 and older • 85% of fatalities occur in boats less than six metres long • For 75% of fatalities in boats less than six metres capsize is a major factor;
28% for vessels over six metres • Two thirds of fatalities would likely be prevented if lifejackets were worn • For around 58% of fatalities, no effective communications is a major factor • On average 19-20 boaties die each year (based on last five years); with 19 last year and three this year as at October 1.
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Marine Guide Free boating safety workshops The Harbourmaster and Coastguard Marlborough are pleased to offer a new series of safer boating workshops for 2018/19. Our free boating safety workshops provide a fun and informal way for everyone to learn more about safer boating. T he day sta r ts at t he Marlborough Coastguard Headquarters in the Picton Marina where a professional maritime tutor will take you through the fundamentals of boating safety. It’s a great introduction for new boaties and an important refresher for the more advanced.
Learn all about local risks and hazards and the proper use of safety equipment including lifejackets, flares, beacons and marine radios. Get informed about who to contact if something goes wrong on the water and how to communicate in tricky situations. Enjoy a free lunch in the afternoon before taking a trip aboard Coastguards rescue vessel or the Harbourmasters Patrol vessel for a practical demonstration of safe boating principles. It’s a great day, there’s no exam, and best of all its free! If you want to continue your safer boating journey the
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Don’t underestimate water risks Servicing the Sounds since 1919 Research by Water Safety New Zealand (WSNZ) has revealed over a third of Kiwis have experienced a serious situation in the water, and continue to underestimate the danger posed by our waterways. In a recent survey, drowning is recognised as a problem by 84% of respondents and is fifth behind child abuse, domestic violence, road safety and bullying. The reality is drowning is the leading cause of recreational death, the second highest cause of death for 1 – 24 year olds and the third highest cause of accidental death. Respondents cited the main factors for getting into trou-
ble as underestimating the conditions (40%) and lack of knowledge about the environment (30%). WSNZ CEO Jonty Mills says this reflects what’s happening in terms of preventable drownings, injuries and risky behaviour. “One in three people experienced a serious situation in the water with underestimating the conditions and poor knowledge of the environment the top reasons why people get into trouble. This is something we see happening time and time again when it comes to fatal preventable drowning incidents” Jonty says. “This is why we want to see Water Skills for Life aquatic ed-
ucation taught in every primary school. It is crucial everyone is taught to understand and assess risk when it comes to water and how to stay safe,” he adds. In 2017 88 people died in preventable drowning incidents, up from 78 in 2016 and there have been 40 preventable fatalities so far in 2018. New Zealand’s drowning rate per capita is very high compared to other developed countries. “The drowning toll shows the work that needs to be done to change the attitudes and behaviour of New Zealanders when it comes to water safety. Too many people continue to die needlessly in our waters,” Jonty says.
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Friday 12 Bounce Day: Indoor Bouncy Castle fun for children over the school holidays. 10am, $8 per child. St Marys Parish Hall, Corner of Hodson and Francis Streets. Marlborough Women’s Club: Every Friday, 2-4pm. Speakers, entertainment, outings and afternoon tea. 108 High Street, Blenheim. The Gallery Havelock: If you’re in the area drop by and check out all the artwork from Marlborough’s amazing artists. Open 10am-4pm, seven days a week. Drop by on Sunday to help celebrate The Gallery Havelock four year anniversary and enjoy coffee and cake. The Gallery Havelock, 60 Main Road, Havelock. The Diversion Gallery: Exhibition of rare works from the personal studio collection of Don Binney, one of New Zealand’s best loved and most collectible painters. On until October 27. Open Wednesday to Saturday, 12-5pm. 10 London Quay, Picton. Marlborough Golf Club: Half price green-fees after 4pm every day. 74 Paynters Road. Heritage and Whaling Museum: A collection of 2000 items of Maori, whaling, maritime, heritage and textile displays. 10am-4pm daily, 9 London Quay, Picton. Millennium Public Art Gallery: Exhibition on show by Nigel Brown ‘I Am/We Are’. On until October 28. Corner of Seymour Street and Alfred Street, koha appreciated. Marlborough Museum: Strong Woman Standing Tall, Celebrating Marlborough Woman. An exhibition profiling significant Marlborough women, including suffragettes and women of today. On until October 12. Open 10am–4pm daily. Brayshaw Heritage Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place.
Saturday 13 Wairau Country Gardens Tour: Enjoy a self-drive tour featuring twelve beautiful gardens situated on the Northbank and Onamalutu Roads. Including historic “Langley Dale” along with a number of gardens never before open to the public. Plant stalls, cake stalls and refreshments available. Today and Sunday. Tickets $20 with children free. Tickets available from Roselands Pets & Plants, Selmes Garden Nursery, Devon Nursery, Renwick Dairy and Islington Garden Centre. Spring Fest: A youth event displaying our local young talent. With music, food and coffee carts, competitions, an inflatable obstacle course and so much more to enjoy on the night. 7pm. Marlborough A&P Showgrounds, corner of Maxwell and Alabama Road. Tickets $5, available from Marlborough Youth Trust, 6a Arthur Street. Marlborough Artisan Market: Highlighting the best of Marlborough’s art, craft, food and produce. Pop on
Pauline Earle has two of these possums with a rare gene which makes their colouring almost white. “They’re not albino,” Pauline says. “Their fur is more a light yellow.” You can see Pauline ‘s possums at her Cottonwood Gardens, which is part of the Wairau Valley Anglican Parish annual garden tour this weekend. down every Saturday 9am-1pm. The Quays, Riverside Park, Taylor River. Weather dependant. Spring Fair: With something for the whole family including plant sales, a giant garage sale, home baking, sausage sizzle, bouncy castle, Mr Whippy and more. 9am-1pm. Blenheim Baptist Community Church, 8 Beaver Road. Edwin Fox Pirate School: With arts and crafts, treasure to find and free lime juice and ship biscuits to keep the scurvy away.10am-4pm. With free entry for children (must be accompanied by an adult). Edwin Fox, Dunbar Wharf, Picton Foreshore. Emily Sun & Gamel Khamis: Australian violinist Emily Sun and pianist Gamal Khamis from the UK, come together for this sumptuous concert of romantic and virtuosic music. 6-9pm. ASB Theatre Marlborough, 2 Hutcheson Street. EcoWorld: EcoWorld Aquarium & Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre, Picton Foreshore. Saturday & Sunday 9.30am-5.30pm. Yealands Estate Marlborough Gallery: Care Marlborough’s ‘The Art Of Wellbeing’. An exhibition of art by Care Marlborough. On until October 17. Opening hours 10.30am-4.30pm daily. Marlborough Arts Society, 204 High Street, Blenheim. Redwood Market: 8.30am-12pm, Redwood Tavern car park. Plants, produce, cards, jewellery, flowers and hand crafts.
Round’A’Mini Golf Picton: Picton Foreshore, 9am Saturday and Sunday. Road Bunch Ride: Open to all, on every Saturday. 3pm, Bikefit Marlborough, 24 Market Street. Blenheim Rotary Car Boot Sale: Every Saturday 8am–12.30pm at the Railway Station car park, Grove Road. Vintage Farm Machinery: 10am-3pm, open every day. Brayshaw Park guided tours available, on Sunday Thomas Tank Engine rides are available. Blenheim Menz Shed: 4 Dillons Point Road. Open 9am-12pm Saturday and 1-4pm on Monday and Thursday. Picton Men’s Shed: “Where men can do what men do best” 9am-12pm and Wednesday 9am-4pm. 2 Market St. Picton. 5km Taylor River Fun Run: Free timed 5km run along the Taylor River, meet at the Amphitheatre, corner of High and Symons Streets, 8am every Saturday. Brooklyn Croquet Club: Whitehead Park off Brooklyn Drive. Play days are Saturday, Tuesday and Thursday at 1pm. Come and have a go.
Sunday 14 Picton Heritage Plaques Unveiling: Come along and celebrate Picton’s heritage with the unveiling of four plaques. Starting at 2pm at the Picton Railway Station on Auckland Street, and ending at the Edwin Fox Museum
where refreshments will be served. Eastern States Speedway Expo: Fun for all ages. Featuring 20 plus cars on display, bouncy castles, lucky dips and much, much more. 10am-2pm. Bunnings Lawn, Westwood Avenue. The Wakamarina Goldfield in Marlborough History: A Havelock Museum and Canvastown Settlers presentation. With guest speaker Dr Mike Johnston, Geologist and historian, and author of Gold in a Tin Dish a history of the Marlborough goldfields. 10am-4pm. Canvastown Memorial Hall, 13 Wakamarina Road, Canvastown. Sounds, Salmon & Songbird Cruise: Marlborough Tour Company with New Zealand King Salmon and Kaipupu Wildlife Sanctuary offer this fantastic family cruise in the Sounds. There’s something for everyone, with spot prizes to be won along the way. Adults $49, Child (5-15years) $22, Family (2 adults and up to 3 children) $120, 0-4years free. Departure 2pm Picton Marina, Town Wharf 5, check in 1.45pm. Blenheim Country Music Club: New performers welcome, come and join in. $3. Redwoodtown School Hall. Chess: Joocy Loocy Café, 4 John Street, 10am-1pm. Please bring your own board and pieces. Womans MTB Ride: On every Sunday 10am–12pm. Bikefit Marlborough, 24 Market Street. Blenheim Croquet Club: Come along and have a go. Every
Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday. 1pm. Parker Street, Pollard Park. Marlborough Vintage Car Club Museum: A variety of unique and rare vehicles, motor bikes and paraphernalia on display. Every Sunday, 1pm. Brayshaw Heritage Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place. Kapa Haka: 1st & 3rd Sunday, 1pm - 3pm. All welcome. Senior Citizens Hall, High Street, Blenheim. The Edwin Fox Ship: Explore the decks and depths of the Edwin Fox Ship. Visitor Centre open daily from 9am. Dunbar Wharf, Picton Foreshore. Marlborough Farmers’ Market: Grab yourself a delicious brunch and fresh produce, with lots on offer. Every Sunday, 9am-noon. A&P Showgrounds corner of Maxwell and Alabama Road. Ulysses Club Ride: A ride down to Kekerengu for lunch. 11am departure from the south end of the Blenheim Railway Station. Also Thursday Group rides. Meet at Brayshaw Park carpark, 11am. Members and visitors welcome. Blenheim Roller Skating Club: College Park, Stephenson Street. Every Sunday 1-3pm. $5 for hire of skates or $2 if you have your own. Come along and have a go, all ages and skill levels welcome. Picton Rail & Sail: Open (subject to weather) Sundays, public holidays & everyday during school holidays. Picton Foreshore. Marlborough Golf Club – Community Golf: Sunday afternoon play 18 holes $15 or 9 holes $10. Must be a Marlborough resident. 74 Paynters Road. Model Aero Club: ARA Wairau Valley 9am. Phone Murray 578 9199. Petanque: 10am Sunday and 1pm Wednesday, 65A Weld Street.
Upcoming Events: The Marlborough Camera Club: Monday October 15. Exhibition ‘Spirit of Wairau’, showcasing selected photographs taken by members depicting our beautiful region. On until November 15. Café Home, 1C Main Street.
If you have an event email Susan at The Sun office@blenheimsun.co.nz
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Eight year old Jemima Darling and her sister Tabitha (six years) enjoyed playing in Seymour Square with their grandmother on Tuesday and looking at all the flowers.
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Codlin moth and leaf curl: By Wally Richards hard to control. After a period feeding it emerges and forms a cocoon in the loose bark or under the tree, where it will winter over to emerge as a moth in the spring/summer and start the cycle again. A female moth can lay up to 300 eggs during her short life. One method is to place a tin partly filled with treacle in an infected tree early in the season, when the tree starts to flower. Top up the treacle as need be. Place the tin in an onion bag and hang from a branch at a height where you can easily monitor it. The treacle gives off a pheromone smell similar to the female codlin moth and attracts the males, where they will come to a sticky end. If the males are caught then they cannot fertilise the females and dud eggs will be laid. And by monitoring the treacle every few days you will be able to determine when the moths are on the wing, and take further ac-
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Codlin moth in fruit such as apples can be a problem for gardeners who prefer to grow their own apples. The early settlers were very keen apple tree growers and they had an amazing range of varieties, some of which are still available as heirlooms. Early settlers favoured apples because they could be stored easily for winter use. I often have gardeners that contact me to say they have an old apple tree on their property which has lovely apples which are often ruined by codlin moth grubs. There are several methods to control the problem, but often gardeners not familiar with them get them mixed up and apply the right methods at the wrong time. Codlin moths attack apples, pears, walnuts, quinces, crab apples and stone fruit such as plums and peaches. The females lay their eggs on the foliage near a young fruit and when the grub hatches, it crawls to the fruit and eats its way inside. Once inside it is very
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tion. Once a number of male moths are noticed, spray the young apples with Neem Tree Oil, with Raingard added, about every seven days till activity in the tins stops. You need only spray the apples, not the tree. Some gardeners have also informed me that the scattering of Neem Tree Granules under the apple tree at the very beginning of the season has reduced moth damage. The granules need further applications about every four to six weeks till activity has finished for the season. Older methods include wrapping corrugated cardboard around the trunk of the tree and on main branches in summer, into which the emerged grubs can crawl to pupate and winter over. The down side of this is that some grubs will not crawl down the tree, but instead drop to the ground on a silken thread. The cardboard is removed in winter and burned. Grease bands can be
placed around the trunk to catch moths crawling up the tree in the spring/summer period. The sticky band has to be one that stays sticky and currently I don’t think there is one on the market that does that. Not all moths will climb the tree and a number will fly up, so once again this is not foolproof. Pheromone traps with sticky pads are sold by garden centres to do the same job the tin of treacle does. If you clean up all the codlin moths from on and under an infected tree then you will be free of the problem till re-infestation occurs from elsewhere. Now would be the right time to sprinkle Neem Granules under the tree from the trunk to the drip line. When the tree has just about finished flowering use the treacle or other recipe as a trap. Then when activity is noted spraying can commence. Problems r ing me at 0800 466464
Year 4/5 teacher at Rapaura School If you could donate $1m to any charity who would you choose and why? Diabetes New Zealand as I am insulin-dependent diabetic as is my wife and daughter. More funding, could improve islet cell transplanting and hopefully, one day a cure for the condition. When you have a bad day, what do you do to feel better? Reflect, listen to 80s music, talk to the wife, commit to lines (local theatre), eat chips and drink beer. What’s the most beautiful place you’ve ever been? Cape Cod (Massachusetts) and St Clair Beach (Dunedin) on a balmy summer’s night. If you could only eat 3 foods for the rest of your life, what would they be? Pasta, TIM TAM biscuits and Green Onion chips.
What thing do you really wish you could buy right now? A new home as the one we are currently building is taking longer than anticipated. Invest it so that my child has access to it (the wise answer!) What is the best or worst purchase you’ve ever made? BEST - Buying our second home. WORST - asking for a loan as a student and paying back student debt (bit of a double edge sword). Favourite programme currently watching? Monday Night with Matty Johns (show on Australian Rugby League where they interview the game’s personalities) and anything on SKY SPORT 51. What’s your favourite kind of dessert? Ambrosia, chocolate eclairs or Neenish tarts.
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Friday October 12, 2018 Death notices LAUGESEN, Heather Therese (nee Smith): On October 10, 2018, passed away peacefully at Nurse Maude Hospice, Christchurch. Beloved wife of Rupert, loved mother and mother-in-law of Johanna and John, Sarah and Craig, Annabel and Jamie, Phylippa and Willy, Terry and Sonseeahray, and Ruth and Greg, much loved nana of Ryan, Devyn, and Aleigh; Mitchell, and Adam; Benjamin, Charlotte, and Daniel; Chloe-Ann, Jack, and Liam. Much loved daughter-in-law of Margaret, beloved sister of Vincent, Gillian, Kevin, and Maree, loved sister-in-law of Mary, and a loved aunty of all her nieces and nephews.
Local Picton lady, Jan Marriner, has spent much of her free time devoted to connecting the women of Marlborough with the Women's Institute.
Women in Friendship for Jan By Megan Connolly Jan Marriner has been a pillar in the local Women’s Institute for 20 years. Jan, her husband and her mother, Pat, moved from Arrowtown to Picton and were semi-retired at that point. However, Jan’s involvement with the Institute goes all the way back to memories of her mother going to meetings once a month while they still lived down south. “I was always interested but I hadn’t really understood it,” Jan says. The Women’s Institute was founded in 1921 as a way to offer friendship and fun and to help women get involved in the local community. The women would gather once a month to socialise and share homemaking skills.
“It gave women back then one day they could look forward to and get out of the house.” Jan was an Institute president on and off for about 10 years and during that time helped raise money for many different charities, both locally and nationally. However, helping the local community of Picton and Blenheim is her main aim. “We’ve supported Picton Girl Guides, Rail Sail and the CACTUS kids,” Jan says. Even though raising funds is important, it’s about what the institute does for women in their life. “You get to meet people and develop lifelong friendships,” Jan says. Recently she was surprised to be awarded a Good Ser-
vice Badge for all the work she’s done for the Women’s Institute. “It’s not about the length you’ve been involved but what you do. I think it was about going the extra mile,” Jan says. You can be a member no matter where you go in the world, as long as they have an Institute. “I was in Yorkshire in 2012 and met new women and friends over there,” Jan says. But as life goes on membership has lessened, with only five institutes in Marlborough compared to the nine when Jan started. “We still get together for a garden and craft group in Picton and talk about personal things and difficulties.
“Loved and missed by all.” Special thanks to the staff of the Oncology Ward, Christchurch Hospital, and Nurse Maude Hospice. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Heather Laugesen, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to Nurse Maude Hospice would be appreciated and may be made at the Mass. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated in Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 21 Ludstone Road, Kaikoura, on Monday, October 15, at 1.00pm, interment thereafter at the Kaikoura Cemetery. The recitation of the Rosary will be held in the Church on Sunday, October 14, at 7.00pm.
WALSH, Barbara Mary: 24.3.1929 - 4.10.2018. Beloved wife to Bill, passed away at Springlands Lifestyle Village. Adored mother and mother-inlaw to Gerald and Julie, Helen, Phillip and Janey, Ginny and Jonathan, Vanessa and Jason. Grandmother to Jeremy and Hannah, Ben and Rebecca, Melissa and Linda, Sam and Olivia, Grace and Jack. Great grandmother to Ashton, Holly and Paige. The family would like to thank all the staff at Springlands Lifestyle Village who cared for Barbara. Messages may be sent to Bill Walsh, c/- Springlands Lifestyle Village, 5 Battys Road, Blenheim 7201. A private family ceremony was held on Monday. Respectfully cared for by GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719
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Pernod Ricard Winemakers New Zealand are seeking positive, capable and self-motivated individuals to join our team. This is an outstanding opportunity to become part of the team in one of Marlborough’s prominent Viticulture Operations. We have the following positions available in Marlborough: Vineyard Machinery Operators and Senior Machinery Operators – Full Time We are looking for Vineyard Machine Operators and Senior Machine Operators to join our Machine Operations Team. You would be part of a dedicated vineyard machine operation team who work with a well-respected modern fleet of viticulture machinery providing an industry leading machinery service to our South Island vineyards. Vineyard Machinery Operators - Fixed Term We are looking for Vineyard Machine Operators for fixed term positions through the busy summer growing season and harvest to work with our full time Vineyard Machinery Operator team. You would be part of a dedicated vineyard machine operation team who work with a well-respected modern fleet of viticulture machinery providing an industry leading machinery service to our South Island vineyards. Vineyard Machinery Technician – Full Time We’re seeking an additional Vineyard Machinery Technician. In this role you will be ensuring our Machinery is maintained and supported to a high standard ready for machine operations work plans. This includes pre-season maintenance, post-season decommissioning and breakdown support. Mechanical, auto electrical or engineering background an advantage. Field Supervisor and Senior Field Supervisor – Full Time We are looking for a Senior Field Supervisor and Field Supervisor to lead our variable labour team. You would be part of a dedicated labour supervision team who works with various local contacting companies to complete the vineyard labour operations across 2000ha of Pernod Ricard Winemakers vineyards. Viticulture Technician – Full Time We are looking for a Viticulture Technician to support the Wairau Sites Manager, with leading, planning and implementing day to day activities across 1600ha of our PRW vineyards. This position would provide additional visibility, leadership, coordination, planning and technical expertise for the Wairau based operations team while also actively participating in operational tasks. We are one of New Zealand’s premier wine and spirits companies. We represent a rich portfolio of brands that makes us intensely proud and reflects our #1 position in New Zealand - a position achieved through hard work and a great culture. We are a company of people with commitment and integrity, a dash of entrepreneurship and a splash of conviviality. If this sounds like the new challenge that you have been waiting for we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today at: https://www.pernod-ricard.com/en-nz/careers/
We are a vibrant rural school 35 minutes from Blenheim seeking an experienced, collegial and highly effective teacher for our talented year 4 - 8 class. If you have a passion for teaching, strengths in the core curriculum and enjoy inspiring kids to lead their own learning, we would love to hear from you. We value extra-curricular and community involvement. Experience in multi-level teaching an advantage. Potential leadership opportunities. State curriculum strengths. School house and secondary school bus available. Contact us for a job description, information, or to arrange a visit. Apply by sending a CV and accompanying letter, naming three referees to: principal@ward.school.nz Phone: 021 181 0960 Applications close Wednesday 24th of October.
HEALTH SHUTTLE TEAM LEADER (VOLUNTEER) Do you have time to help people in your community? Our Health Shuttle is a community service that transports people to and from essential medical and health related appointments. As Team Leader in this volunteer role you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the service within the Marlborough district. This will include recruitment and training of volunteer drivers, promoting the service and related administration. We are looking for someone who: • Can commit 5 -10 hours each week to this position • Is computer literate to perform required administrative tasks • Has experience and ability to lead a team and be a team-player • Has excellent communication skills Applications close: Tuesday, 30 October 2018 If you are interested in this role please apply on line at https://join.stjohn.org.nz/home and enter job code 38520. For more information please contact Pam Hall, Community Care Manager: pam.hall@stjohn.org.nz or 0800 ST JOHN (0800 785 646).
CARE Marlborough is a day activity program for people with mental health conditions. We are looking for a motivated and bubbly person to run our activity program which promotes wellbeing. 10 hours per week part time permanent contract Must have a minimum Level 4 certificate Clean full driver’s license Job description available on request. Applications close Tuesday 23 October. Please send letter and CV to: Carla Brownie Support Manager CARE Marlborough 26 Percy Street, Blenheim Ph 03 5780302 | Email: caremarlb@xtra.co.nz
Qualified Builder required Smith and Sons are New Zealands largest Renovation & Extension building company and we are currently looking for an experienced and qualified builder to join our busy Blenheim team. If you are looking for: • excellent remuneration • a flexible working environment • a challenging role • great career prospects • a great team culture and possess the following attributes: • ability in managing job sites & staff • an excellent work ethic • a positive attitude • a high standard of workmanship • attention to detail • good communication skills • the ability to work unsupervised • a full set of tools • a current drivers license • and at least 4-5 years experience Please contact Daniel on 027 823 292 or email daniel.francis@smith-sons.co.nz Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
2019 VINTAGE POSITIONS Marlborough Vintners is a contract winemaking facility that produces wine for many of Marlborough’s top wine brands. We are currently recruiting for Vintage Cellar Hands for the 2019 Vintage. Please let us know if you have winery experience. We are seeking enthusiastic, hard-working people who are keen to make a positive contribution at every stage of the vintage process. Ideally you will have: •A strong work ethic and positive attitude • Attention to detail and take pride in your work • A good level of fitness and time management • Ability to problem solve and multi -task • Good communication skills • Previous experience is preferred To succeed in securing a vintage position with Marlborough Vintners you will need to be eligible for a visa to work in New Zealand. Please apply by sending your CV with Referees from previous winery employment to lab@mvw.co.nz
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Wairau Valley Anglican Parish Country Gardens 13th and 14th October Northbank and Onamalutu
Vineyard supervisor
Plant Stalls, Cake stalls and Refreshments available
Thornhill Horticultural Contracting is a well-established, large supplier of labour to the Viticulture industry in Marlborough. Thornhill is a registered Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) recruiting specific staff from New Zealand, Thailand and the Pacific Islands, to fulfil the needs of its valued vineyard clients. We currently have a position available for a Vineyard Supervisor. Applicants must have the following: • At least three years experience • Be able to report to management and complete paperwork on time • Reliable and have a tidy work ethic • Preference will be given to an experienced supervisor, but not essential as full training will be given • Be able to work long hours when required • Have excellent communication skills • A good understanding of RSE policy • Clean drivers licence • Due to staff requirements preference will be given to the ability to converse in Thai. In the first instance, please forward a brief email no later than the 15th October to liz@thornhillnz.co.nz explaining previous work history and contact details
Programmes $20 Cash please from: Devon Nursery, Islington Gardens, Selmes Garden Trust, Roselands Pets and Plants and Renwick Dairy
- Tickets on sale soon!! Kindly sponsored by Newman Excavations and Independent Tyre Services HOUSE REPAIRS FARM SERVICES
AGM Renwick Tennis Club
Thursday, 18th October 2018, 7pm Giesen Centre 8 Uxbridge Steet Renwick All interested people are welcome to attend.
PROCTOR AUCTIONS Are Privileged to Announce an
ANTIQUE & COLLECTABLES AUCTION On behalf of the
Exports Co-ordinator and Admin Support
Estate of Dick Nardella
Reporting to the Production Manager Whitehaven Wine Company is a well-established family owned Marlborough wine company based in the heart of Marlborough’s world famous wine growing region. Whitehaven prides itself on producing high quality wines that reflect the unique characteristics of Marlborough and exporting these wines around the globe. As an export focused company this role plays a vital link in the accurate and timely delivery of products & services to our international customers. This role also supports a number of key administrative functions within the office as well as being the first point of contact for customers or suppliers. Core responsibilities would be • Receipt and confirmation of all export orders from customers • Liaising with freight forwarders to ensure shipping dates and other requirements are met • Ensuring stock availability and arranging despatch from warehouse • Managing the Export Certification process for all wines • Processing all export shipping and regulatory related documentation • Sales invoice processing and debtor control • Maintenance of related stock management and export files • Monitoring inventory levels and sales forecasts in conjunction with management • General administration support including telephones and greeting visitors to the winery • Input in to project work and actively participating in the company health and safety program Key skills and attributes required • Good understanding of export logistics processes and procedures • Attention to detail, accuracy and good time management • Ability to multi task while being clear on priorities and meeting deadlines • Excellent written and oral communication skills with a professional customer service focus • Good computer skills including experience with accounting and inventory systems • A positive attitude and can-do approach to working in a small team. While experience within the wine industry will be an advantage, the right attitude and “fit” are equally as important. If you are keen to work within a small dedicated team that works hard and enjoys a bit of fun, then we would like to hear from you. If interested, please send your CV and a covering letter to… Rhonda@whitehaven.co.nz Applications close 5pm Tuesday 23 October 2018
& other Vendors 19 Henry St, BLENHEIM Saturday October 20th at 11am Approx. 500 + Lots of Quality Antique Furniture, China, Jewellery, Art Works & Collectables. Please visit our website at www.proctorauctions.co.nz for a Preview. Limited Outside Entries are now being accepted. Please Phone: 0274996483 or Email: r.a.proctor@xtra.co.nz AUCTION VIEWING : Friday 19th October 10am till 6pm and morning of Auction from 9am.
PROCTOR AUCTIONS
Onsite Auctions are our Specialty
WANTED Painting and decorating work Qualified Tradesman Ph John Mills on 574 2466
DRESS MAKING & AltERAtIoNS
WE PICK UP & DElIVER Over 30 years experience Ph: Robyn 573-7257 or 022-3172948
ALUMINIUM FABRICATOR REQUIRED To join our busy team Experience preferred
Please send your CVs and interest to info@dawsonaluminium.co.nz
ASSISTANT VINEYARD MANAGER Located in the Awatere Valley, with approximately 1000 hectares of vine, wetlands, native shrubs and flaxes we continue to grow with further land development. Located inresponsible the Awatere Valley, with operations, approximately 1000 hectares of vine,Operators. wetlands, native This is great role for providing day-to-day guidance, and supervision to our Vineyard shrubs and flaxes we continue You’ll have the following experience & attributesto grow with fur ther land development.
This is great role responsible forprogrammes providing day-to-day operations, guidance, and builder supervision • Planning and controlling vineyards works including: • Great communicator and relationship • our Vintage and harvestOperators. operations • Competent computing skills to Vineyard • Team supervision
You’ll have the following experience & attributes
• Team player
If you have the relevant qualifications and experience, can legally work in New Zealand and are looking to join a passionate team we would to hear from and you. controlling vineyards works programmes including: • love Planning Please apply online at • Vintage and harvest operations https://www.yealandswinegroup.co.nz/page/careers or for more information call Gareth on 027 407 1154.
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Team supervision Great communicator and relationship builder Competent computing skills
Blenheim Back Baptist Country Community Services Church • Roof & House
Spring PaintingFair •TreeSaturday & Hedge work • Section Clearing 13th October 9am – 8 Beaver Rd •1pm, Rubbish Removal •• Bouncy Fencing/Castle, Decking • Sausage sizzle, • You name it, • Plant sale, we do it! •Giant garage sale ••Mr Free quotes-7days Whippy, •homeCALL baking and refreshments. 0272111707 or 0279245940
Back Country Services • Shearing • Crutching • Foot rotting • New fencing & repairs. • Firewood • Tree work • Licenced Home Kill CALL 0272111707 or 0279245940
RNZ Naval Association (Marlborough) INC Notice of AGM The annual general meeting of the Royal NZ Naval (Marlborough) Branch INC to be held in the RSA Lounge, Clubs of Marlborough. 11.00 am 28th October 2018. Agenda: • Minutes of previous AGM • Annual reports, Annual Accounts for year ending 31st August 2018 • General Business • Election of officers
(nomination forms available from secretary phone - 579-5073)
Public Notice HOUSE REPAIRS FARM SERVICES
Back Country Services
Back to Wanted Country rent Services
• Roof & House Painting •Tree & Hedge work • Section Clearing • Rubbish Removal • Fencing/ Decking • You name it, we do it! • Free quotes-7days CALL 0272111707 or 0279245940
•3 Bedroom home • Shearing for •2Crutching working adults +3 rotting children. • Foot New fencing •4• Bedroom home repairs. for 4&working • Firewood adults + 4 children. • Tree work Excellent • Licenced references Home Kill CALL available 0272111707
Call or 0220782400 0279245940
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AMBER COURT MOTEL Ph: 03 548 5059 Expires 18/12/18 Church notices PICTON Christian Life Centre - 40 Broadway Picton. An Assemblies of God Church. All welcome. Sundays 11.30am. Contact 035737426. LIGHTHOUSE Christian Fellowship Senior Citizens Hall, 166 High Street. Sundays 10 a.m. All welcome. 5785030.
Nativity Anglican Church 76 Alfred Street, Blenheim. All welcome to our services Sunday - 8am Traditional Eucharist Service Sunday -10am Family Service Sunday - 5.30pm Canvas Thursday - 10am Communion Service
Memoriam notices CLIMO, Leonard John (Len) 26th Battalion 456607: Lens ashes will be put in the RSA part of the Havelock Cemetery at 2pm, on Sunday 21st October. Friends and relations welcome.
T Grant, Secretary.
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Pamper Day THANKYOU
NICHOLLS, Daisy Myra (Judy): Passed away on Saturday September 29, 2018 at Wairau Hospital. Aged 86 years. A loved mother and mother-in-law to Gary and Lois, Diane and Allan, and Stewart. Grandmother to Melanie and Melissa, Christopher, Michael and Anthony. Great grandmother (Nana Judy) to Violet. Messages may be sent to Stewart Ward, 9 Herbert Street, Blenheim 7201. A private ceremony has been held for Judy. Respectfully cared for by GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719
Without the generous spirit of the people and businesses in our community Pamper Day could not happen, so a heartfelt thank you goes out to all of the following. 2 Style Hair Design. Allure . Amber Kerehona. Anne. Anniversary. Barber Shop. Blue Penguin. Body Waves. Bonnie Miller. Brian Dawson. Bridget Orman. Brooke McLeod. Carey Goodare. Carolyn Tipene. Chateau Marlborough. Cherie Wright. Corrections. Courtney Ryan. Deb Healey. Eat Thai Restaraunt. Eikenhofsoap. Elegance Beauty. Erena Oliver. Event Cinema. Farmers. Fees Mobile Hairdressing. First National Real Estate. Grace Simpson. Hannah Green. Hannah Martin. Health 2000. Heritage Bakery. Indulgence at UFS. Jackie Keenan. Jodine Gibbs. Karmyn Ingram. Laura Goldfinch. Laura Tipene. Lavender & Ewe. Liz Collins. Liz Peipi at Nutrimetics. Lois Miller. Lorna Whitehead at Mary Kay. Lovey at Ngati Rarua. Makana. Margy Crosby. Marlborough App. Marlborough Chamber of Commerce. Marlborough Community College. Marlborough Logging. Marlborough Medi Spa. Mayflower Florist. Meaters. Michelle Bradley. Motto Bella. MVIP. Nadia Mason. New World. Nicola Stace. Nicolette Prendergast. NMIT Beauty Blenheim. NMIT Beauty Nelson. NMIT Hairdressing Blenheim. NMIT Hairdressing Nelson. PaknSave. Palatchie Architects. Pampers Escape Day Spa. PHO. Picton Healthcare Pharmacy. Pip Hawke. Public Health Unit. Rangitane. Redwoodtown Countdown. Salvation Army. Sandz Peipi. Sharyn Sweeny Hairdressing. Shizazz. Simon Green First National. St Marks. Style Angle. Sue Hurring. Supporting Families. Tamariki Oranga. Te Piki Oranga. The Gift Sisters. The Honey Collection. The Blenheim Sun. The Quest Catering. This & That. UFS Pharmacy. Vamp Hair Studio. Vonny Paul. Wairau Pharmacy. Warehouse Stationary. Womens Refuge. x’foliate. Zonta. To the countless individuals that donated goods and clothing and to anyone who has given but not been mentioned, we are incredibly thankful and apologize for any unintentional omission.
More death notices Page 12 Wanted CAMPERVAN Or Motorhome. Must be in good condition and all certified. Phone 021349046. No text messages please.
For sale BATTERIES Suitable for a Mobility Scooter, used once. Phone 5742221.
GARAGE
SALES
BROOKLYN Drive. Moving sale, Saturday and Sunday. 8am. MCLAUCHLAN Street, Saturday and Sunday 9am, weather permitting. Redwoodtown Schools Giant Garage sale Tomorrow Saturday 13th October. 8am till 12pm School hall, Cleghorn st Blenheim. Sausage sizzle, raffle and bouncy castle.
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Wonder mare Winx will try and win fourth Cox Plate
Cuddon Cycling Marlborough
I sat in Melbourne over the weekend realising I’d flown over for the wrong event. I was in the sporting capital of the world to attend a WWE wrestling show along with 70,000 other people at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Saturday night. If I’d done my due diligence before my flight took off I would have realised I’d lucked into the best opportunity to see wonder mare Winx race in the flesh at Flemington. Had I not been staying with my cousin, I wouldn’t have even known Winx was going for win No 28 in a row in the Turnbull Stakes. As I sat on the couch in our accommodation, mentally kicking myself for letting a golden opportunity disappear, I watched through the television in amazement as racing purists and casual
On Saturday Cuddon Cycling Marlborough are meeting at Seddon in the old Starborough Tavern car park at 1.30pm for the open grade club championships, a 40km massed start/ sealed handicap. Twice over the Seaview course. Junior Under 17 grade - club championships, 20km massed start/sealed handicap, once over Seaview course. Trophies and titles at stake. Open $5, Junior $3. Please assemble at 1pm. All riders most welcome. See www. cyclingmarlborough.org.nz for details.
fans alike soaked up the atmosphere. Children were dressed in the silks of Winx’s jockey Hugh Bowman and seasoned race analysts, simply stopped pondering who might win and became cheerleaders for the mare prerace. She was an unbackable $1.14 on the fixed odds to win the race. In fact, analysts were telling people to back Winx and frame the ticket, as merely living in the age of the mare and seeing her race was victory in itself. With the stage set, the champion settled in her customary back of the pack position. Her booming speed in the home straight had been her calling card for years. She often streaked away from her opponents with utter arrogance as race callers battled to
find superlatives to match what they had seen. Saturday, did not go to script. With 500m to go, Winx was second last on the rails. With 300m to go, her position had improved to the point where she was looking for a gap to stick her naturally big nose through and surge past but she was still a long way off the leaders in a quality field. With many acknowledging after the race that they thought she had no chance at that stage, Winx found some clear running room and Bowman set her alight. She stormed home and won by a length. It may not have been the most commanding performance of her career but few could argue it wasn’t one of her absolute best. I’m not sure if any other horse could have won from such an
apparently hopeless position. My cousin, a casual racing fan, sat in amazement. I sat there, still kicking myself I wasn’t at the track, but thankful I’d seen a slice of history. If you only watch horse racing once this year, go out of your way to watch Winx race. The wonder mare will try and make further history when she races in the Cox Plate at Flemington on October 27. Winx will try and notch her fourth successive win in the Cox Plate. A race won previously by greats including; PharLap, Tulloch, Makybe Diva, Gunsynd,Kingston Town, Sunline and who can forget Bonecrushers win over Waverley Star, title "the race of the century". Winx’s not just a sporting star, she is one for the history books.
Tournament Picton karter dominates final round in memory of Matt
Matt Neal passed away in 2016. A football tournament will be taking place in his memory.
Marlborough Football first held the Matt Neal Memorial tournament in October of last year, a date that coincided with the one year anniversary of Matt Neal’s tragic passing. What was special about last year’s tournament was that Matt’s team, the Blenheim Valley Club’s Cobras won that tournament. The tournament is on again for this year to mark the second anniversary of Matt’s passing, to be held over Labour Weekend (October 20-21) at the A&P Showgrounds. There will be eight aside teams and games will be 20 minutes each way with five minutes half time. Go along and cheer the teams on. The registration fee paid by each team will go towards prizes, referees and a donation to a charity of the Neal family’s choice.
Picton karter William Exton put on a strong performance at the final round of the 2018 Mainland Series in Christchurch on Sunday. Contested over three longstanding two-day meetings from Nelson in the north to Invercargill in the south, the Mainland Series has gone from strength to strength to the point where this year over 50 karters contested all six rounds. It was Rangiora karter Chris Cox that completed a winning class double in the final round. William Exton was the only driver across the eight classes to claim a round clean sweep, completing it with another dominant four-wins-fromfour starts on both days at the Garden City final over the weekend. That said the series’ top class score – of 856 points – went to Briggs LO206 Heavy class winner Jason Richards from Nelson. Chris Cox was just one point behind - 855 - in Rotax
Picton teenager William Exton completed the final round of the 2018 Mainland Series in Christchurch on Sunday, the only driver across the eight classes to claim a round clean sweep.
Max Light, followed by William Exton on 847, Tony Dyer 841, and Lochy McGregor, 814. KartSport Canterbury ended up winning the Inter-club Trophy
this year with an overall average score of 734.33. KartSport Nelson was a close second in 713.86, with KartSport Marlborough third on 708.64.
Speedway Expo LEFT: Jett Alexander pictured at last year's Eastern States Speedway's Expo enjoying an icecream and checking out the cars on display. The expo is on again this Sunday on the Bunnings Lawn, 10am – 2pm. Over 20 speedway cars will be displayed, there will be bouncy castles, lucky dips, merchanise plus much more.
Blenheim golf results Oct. 1, 9 hole stableford men: Brian Brown 21; Don March 19; Bob Tapp 19; Don Gray 18; Hay Montgomery 18; John Rewi 18. Women: Margaret Ogier 19; Colleen McLeod 16; Bernice Arnold 13. Oct. 3, women 2nd round Betty Houlston Trophy (medal) 0-33: Trees Rewi 77, Judith Batty 77. 33+: Marg Ogier 76, Bernice Arnold 77. Oct. 4, mens stableford: Steve Anderson 42; Barry Ellis 42; Mike McConnell 42; Dave Menzies 40; Levi Mano 39; Mike Guillemot 39; Brian Brown 39; Murray Ingram 39; Ian Clark 38; Jim Findlay 38; Leo McKendry 37; Paddy Couchman 36; Ben Godsiff 36. 9 holes: Don Gray 20; George Mitchinson 17; Hay Montgomery 17; Ray Welsh 17. Oct. 6, mens medal, gross: Paddy Couchman 82. Nett: Paddy Couchman 62; Blue Arthur 64; Cyril Scammell 65; Luke Yarrall 66; Des Campbell 67; Brian Brown 68; Bob Tapp 68; Clive Aitchison 68; James Brunel 69; Dan Crawford 69; Ray Herd 69; John Rewi 69; Levi Manu 70; Dave Menzies 70. Women stableford: Bernice Arnold 41; Sue Duckworth 35. Fairweathers prize 6/15 NTP: Luke Yarrall. Geoffrey T Sowman prize 9/18 NTP for 2: Ryan Windleburn. Oct. 8, 9 hole stableford, men: Mike McConnell 24; Blue Arthur 23; Bob Tapp 22; John Rewi 21; Paddy Couchman 21; Dave Menzies 21; Don Gray 20;p Hay Montgomery 19; Ian Clark 19; Ivan Neame 19; Levi Mano 19. Women: Colleen McLeod 20; Marg Hamilton 19; Lyn Naysmith 18; Trees Rewi 17; Margaret Ogier 17; Bernice Arnold 17. Coming events: Saturday, club visit to Waahi Taakaro, 11am tee off. There will be no organised golf at Blenheim. Sunday: stableford, Clubs Of Marlborough at Blenheim. Monday: 9 hole stableford open, all welcome. Wednesday: multiple stableford. Thursday: medal.
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EVENT: Lego competition Children put their creativity to the test at the Clubs of Marlborough Lego competition on Tuesday.
Picton Community Museum manager Alison Hinkley, along with Picton Smart and Connected and Picton Heritage Trust, will be unveiling three plaques at historical buildings in Picton on Sunday.
Greta and Hugo Foote. Jah’Bree MacDonald (9), Prayer MacDonald (6), Koen Avery (3) and Fade MacDonald (7) working in a group to make some Lego designs.
Lachlan McKenzie (9) and Zander Green (9) creating treasure chests out of Lego.
Plaque unveiling at historical buildings By Megan Connolly Picton Smart and Connected and Picton Heritage Group will be unveiling three new plaques at the various historical building in Picton this Sunday at 2pm. The unveiling will begin at the Picton Railway Station, move to Hair on High which used to be the Union Steamship Company building, and then finish at the Edwin Fox. There will be a quick stop at each plaque where some of the history of the building will be shared. “The project is about acknowledging the history and significance of the structures in Picton,” Picton Museum manager Alison Hinkley says.
The project came about as a way to give a bit of history of the town, Alison says. “The plaques are positioned so that everyone can read them. They’re not just for tourists or visitors, they’re for the locals, too. “Even people who have been here their whole life don’t know about the history of where they’re living,” Alison says. The Heritage Trust and Picton Smart and Connected are hoping to have around 10 plaques at historical buildings eventually. Research for the project has taken around a year and a half to collect Alison says. “Picton Museum has so much info already here,” Alison says.