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November 2, 2018

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Bittersweet farewell Spring Creek Service Station closes after 65 years By Celeste Alexander The last of the carparts are being loaded up, the walls stripped bare and cupboards emptied after the Spring Creek Service Station closed up for good on Wednesday evening. Fletch Kydd has owned the business for 25 years and two months exactly when he locked the door for the final time, and all that’s left to do is clear out what’s left after decades of mechanical services and pumping fuel. There are plenty of fond memories to take away, Fletch says, including the “wonderful” staff who have been with the business for many years. Continued on Page 2.

Fletch Kydd closed the door to his Spring Creek Service Station for the final time on Wednesday.

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Staff walk away with fond memories Continued from page 1. The Spring Creek Service Station was first established by local Ivan Neal, Fletch says, a soldier who returned from service and set up the business on the corner of Joseph Street and Ferry Road. Ivan relocated the business to where it currently sits in the 1950’s. “I never met Ivan, but I’ve met the owners that followed him,” Fletch says. Leo Smith was the next owner who sold to Byron Schwass, then it was taken over by Tom Reeves who owned it for 19 years. On September 1, 1993 Fletch and his wife Jo purchased the business and have run it for 25 years. Then earlier this year fuel chain NPD, purchased the business and have plans to turn it into a retail site, Fletch says. “That’s all I know at this

stage. But until they do, customers can still get fuel via the card machine that takes Eftpos and NPD fuel cards,” he says. Since hearing the news of the station closing, customers have been calling in to say goodbye to the team. “I think they are very saddened that we have closed, some of our customers have been with us since day one. It’s been touching really and I know I will miss the contact with them,” Fletch says. “Our customers have been so nice to deal with and we’ve also been saddened by those who have passed away over the years. It’s always been about the customers, so I’d like to thank everyone who has supported us,” he says. It’s not only Fletch who is saying a fond farewell. His workshop technician Shane Smith finished up earlier this

Irene Wilde has worked at the Spring Creek Service Station for 18 years, and owner Fletch Kydd has owned it for 25 years.

year after 13 years, and Irene Wilde who has worked at the station for 18 years. “Irene’s daughter also did her automotive apprenticeship here, and is still working in the industry. We will all walk

away with great memories,” Fletch says. Shane has since moved to Invercargill, Irene is retiring and Fletch will be continuing his fulltime teaching of Pre-Trade Automotive at NMIT.

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No new councillor yet The Marlborough District Council has decided not to replace councillor Laressa Shenfield, who has resigned to relocate to Melbourne with her family. Mayor John Leggett says the council has made a pragmatic and cost effective decision. “Because councillor Shenfield resigned within 12 months of the next elections, councillors took the view that the pragmatic thing to do would be not to fill her vacancy on the council. This will also save ratepayers $80,000 in election costs,” John says. “Laressa will still play a role in finishing up her work on the Marlborough Environment Plan as a commissioner, and I thank her for continuing to see that important process through to its conclusion.”

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Marlborough Mayor John Leggett at the new Pollard Park entranceway, which will be officially opened tomorrow.

New look entrance to park By Bill McElhinney The entrance to Blenheim’s historic Pollard Park has been revamped and will be officially opened tomorrow. The old gates and plaques have gone, although the gates have been kept to use elsewhere in the park. The Parker St Park is a popular attraction for visitors and tourists, with a wooded parkland, a stream, golf course, playground, rose gardens, tennis courts and pathways. The revamp improves traffic and pedestrian safety through new paths and landscaping. The entrance has been modernised and

bus stop added. The park is a popular destination for locals and visitors to the region and is also popular with cruise ship passengers, Marlborough District Council reserves and amenities manager, Jane Tito, says. The new entranceway offers better traffic and pedestrian safety and better access for buses carrying cruise passengers. People alighting there will no longer have to go out on the road. It also aligns the entranceway with Curry Street, so if you look at the end of Curry Street, you are

looking straight into the park, with no wall in the way. The historic reserve is named after the man whose bequest made it possible, and a new plaque at the entrance pays tribute to William Pollard’s generosity. In 1914, William Pollard gave $4000 to the Blenheim Borough Council to enable them to buy an area of land from Waterlea Farm to establish a park. William, who owned the Delta Sheep Station in the Waihopai Valley, left more money to the council in his will and Waterlea Park was renamed in his honour.

Coronation acorns from the royal park surrounding Windsor Castle in England were planted at the park in 1937 to commemorate the coronation of King George VI. The 100th anniversary of the park was celebrated in 2016 with a special floral display near the entrance. Council gardeners change the display to mark various events, and it has become a popular feature at the park. Official opening ceremony begins at 10am tomorrow, with Marlborough Mayor John Leggett cutting the ribbon at 10.15 am.

Pinot Noirs ranging from 2012 to 2017 took out the three major awards at this year’s Marlborough Wine Show. Winner of the OI International Wine of the Show was Villa Maria’s Single Vineyard Seddon Pinot Noir 2015. Villa Maria also picked up the Marlborough Museum Legacy Award for their Single Vineyard Southern Clays Pinot Noirs, 2012, 2015 and 2017. The third major trophy to go to Pinot Noir was the Coterie Trophy for Wine of Provenance, awarded to Tohu Rore Reserve Pinot Noir 2017.

Redwood Tavern burgled A second burglary has been reported in the Redwoodtown business area this week. The Redwood Tavern was burgled at 2am yesterday morning. Thieves smashed their way through two doors causing substantial damage and stole around 20 bottles of spirits, valued at $750. Manager Mike Neal says the CCTV footage shows the thieves tried to force the till out then took the Life Education Trust charity box from the counter. This was the first burglary in five years, and “very disappointing”, Mike says.

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Number plate and tool safety By community constable Russ Smith This Saturday, November 3 between 10am and 2pm, Community Patrol and Police staff will be at Bunnings in Blenheim fitting anti-theft screws to number plates for a gold coin donation. We will also be engraving any tools that people bring to us to help protect them from theft. Come and see us at Bunnings between 10am & 2pm for number plate security and tool engraving. Bizarre story, An Ohio man called the emergency number more than a dozen times within a one-hour period and repeatedly threatening to harm himself. He wasn’t making a great deal of sense according to the call-takers, but Police were able to trace the call and paid him a visit, arresting and charging him with disorderly conduct. It transpired that his pet pig, Millie, had eaten all of his marijuana and in a fit of depression he had downed an entire bottle of Everclear, a rectified grain spirit that is around 95% alcohol by volume. He later said that he would keep his weed out of reach of his pot-bellied pig in future.

Blenheim Community Patrols chairman Brent Laurensen pictured at a previous public day providing motorists with a set of special screws to secure their vehicle licence plates against theft. There will be another public event this Saturday. File photo.

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E xecutive direc tor of Marlborough Heritage Trust and Marlborough Museum Steve Austin, artist Fran Maguire and president of the Marlborough Community Potters, Sara Scott, with some of Fran's pieces being exhibited at the annual Community Potters exhibition that opens tonight.

Community Potters exhibition opens tonight By Megan Connolly Marlborough Community Potters will be opening their annual exhibition tonight at 6pm in the WK building on Grove Road. The exhibition will then be open to the public from Saturday 3 to Sunday 11, open daily from 10.30am to 4.30pm. Marlborough’s leading potter and past president of the club, Fran Maguire, will be judging the entered pieces and giving out six awards.

The awards will be presented at the opening for best functional work, best non-functional supreme exhibitions, best first-time exhibitor and a brand new Elizabeth Lissaman award. The public can also vote for the people’s choice award and will go into a raffle to win a prize. “It’s great because there are so many new members so there are so many fresh works,” Fran says. Fran also has a few of her own pieces displayed in the exhibition.

“I love clay. For me, it’s the most amazing material to work from. It’s a material we’ve all grown up using and there’s a sense of familiarity to it. “The varieties of objects that can be made with it are so vast,” Fran says. The exhibition is a culmination of work that has been completed in the last 12 months and taken many hours and months to create. “It just shows the skills in the club and all the sorts of techniques

being used,” Fran says. The newest award is named after New Zealand’s pioneer studio potter, Elizabeth Lissaman, who was born in Blenheim in 1901 and couldn’t even find basic information on pottery, let alone the supplies. Elizabeth learned about pottery in Sydney in 1921 and used her skills to support her family by selling her pots during the war. Many of her pieces can be seen at the Marlborough Museum.

Smash and grab at Redwoodtown Burglars hit cafe By Bill McElhinney It was probably the quickest takeaway ever at The Next Door Cafe on Cleghorn St in Redwoodtown, but cafe owner Sonu Karwal was not impressed. In the early hours of Monday morning, Marlborough Anniversary day, two hooded intruders ripped open the front door of the cafe, dashed inside, and ran out about 40 seconds later with the tip jar and four bottles of spirits. Sonu got a call from police at 5.30am on Monday morning and arrived to find the panels of glass in the front doors were cracked and the items missing. “We’ve been here a year, and never expected something like this to happen,” Sonu says. The door was being repaired, the glass was being replaced and business was operating as usual. Sonu says they planned to open for the Monday public holiday, but decided not to open after the burglary. “We had a lot of disappointed customers and people looking for takeaways on Monday,” Sonu says, “But we had to disappoint them.” Police thought the burglars had checked out the place before the break-in, Sonu says. “They broke in and went straight to the till and the bar and were out of there in 40 seconds, so they might

Sonu Karwal and Baldev Gill at The Next Door Cafe in Redwoodtown, where intruders broke through the front door early on Monday morning.

have come in before this.” The cafe has a security system and the incident was captured on the security camera. Police spokesman Constable Russ Smith says police checked the premises at around 5am on

Monday after a security officer reported an audible alarm at the café. They found the door had been forced. Items stolen included five bottles of spirits valued at around

$300, Chivas, Arbelour, White and McKay, Glenfiddich, and Grey Goose. The tip jar contained about $100. Police are investigating and hope to identify the intruders.

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New kids’ books share Marlborough’s stories

Have your say on Picton’s future The Picton Smart and Connected Steering Group will hold a community workshop on Tuesday 6 November to frame their strategic direction for the coming year. They want to hear your views on what you consider to be important future projects for the seaside town. The workshop will also update the community on what the Picton Smart and Connected group has been doing during 2018. So make sure you come along to the meeting at the Picton Library at 6.45 pm on Tuesday 6 November. The Group is made up of a team of passionate volunteers promoting a more collaborative approach to innovatively addressing issues and

opportunities relevant to Picton. A priority for the group is to aim for a coherent community voice when interacting with local and regional partners. Picton is one of three community Smart and Connected Groups, with others in Renwick and Havelock. There are four Industry Smart and Connected Groups that cover the wood sector, visitor economy, the Blenheim Central Business District and aquaculture. Picton Smart and Connected was recently recognised for their efforts and received a Trustpower Community Award, which recognises and celebrates volunteer groups within our community.

The first in a planned series of five books, ‘The Footsteps of Uenuku’, was launched in Grovetown last week. The book explores the myth behind Marlborough’s landmark Tapuae-o-Uenuku mountain, with other books in the series set to share centuries-old oral traditions of local iwi in the Wairau (Marlborough). The beautifully illustrated books, commissioned by a group of trustees from Nga Pakiaka Morehu o te Whenua, are designed to help children learn about the cultural significance of landmarks, and historical and mythical figures. ‘The Footsteps of Uenuku’ is available from the Blenheim Library and Picton Library and Service Centre - Waitohi Whare Matauranga, with the rest of the series Mayor John Leggett (left) hands copies of ‘The Footsteps of set to follow suit. Uenuku’ to District Libraries Manager Glenn Webster.

New poetry additions to Taylor River walkway Next time you’re taking a stroll along the Taylor River, keep an eye out for the plaques of poetry dotted along the river. Sienna Payne from Seddon School, pictured with Mayor John Leggett, is the proud author of one of the three poems that were unveiled last week at a special ceremony. Other talented poets to have their work mounted on a riverside rock include Margot Taylor from Rapaura School, and a group of students from Fairhall School comprising of Jack Frew, Amelia Storey and Emily Harper. These students are the latest to make a contribution to the Writers’ Walk, a partnership between Marlborough schools and the Council, drawing attention to the en-

Left to right - Mayor Leggett, Dr. Peter Meihana, Rita Powick, Keelan Walker, Paora Mackie, Helen Leahy, Richard Bradley, and Sue Parish at the launch of ‘The Footsteps of Uenuku’.

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Think ahead – control vegetation now vironmental importance of urban waterways, particularly the town’s Taylor River. With the help of the Council and monumental masons Geoffrey T Sowman Ltd, a new poem from a Blenheim pupil has been engraved on a granite plaque and mounted on a rock alongside the path each year since 2010, when the project first began.

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Do you own property with the potential to become a fire risk? If you do, now is the time to do something about it. Sparks from mowers hitting metal objects, wire or stones can easily start a fire in the heat of Marlborough’s summer. However, the risk can be safely managed by getting on top of vegetation now when it is still green or sufficiently damp to cut. This year, if you are concerned about a property that poses a fire risk because of highly flammable gorse or long, dry grass, you will need to contact Fire and Emergency New Zealand, rather than Council. This is due to a recent change in legislation that means Fire and Emergency NZ take on some fire risk reduction services previously carried out by Council. You can talk to Fire and Emergency New Zealand about your concern by calling 0800 336 942, or completing their online form at https://firehazard.nz/hazards/oneoff

Have you ever thought about volunteering? Maintaining a sense of usefulness is important once you retire from the paid workforce. Volunteers make a valuable contribution to our community and there are many different ways you may be able to help - through an organisation, a service or at an individual level. It doesn’t matter how much time or energy you have to offer – there are many tasks and roles which depend on volunteers. Volunteers say they get great satisfaction from continuing to contribute and it’s a good way of keeping in touch with others. Volunteers provide support in many areas from social and health services, sports and leisure clubs, heritage and arts, environmental protection and advocacy, emergency relief and stronger neighbourhoods. In fact, the work of volunteers holds the key to building a resilient community. Could you help mow the lawns at the Blenheim Community Gardens, or assist DOC as a hut warden, or host at Sounds camping grounds over summer? Or maybe you could help at a local craft session or support the Picton Museum. If you’re interested in getting involved you can contact Volunteer Marlborough on Ph: 03 577 9388 or via their website: www.volunteermarlborough.org.nz

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Gutless wonder To the gutless wonder in pale grey/white twin cab truck at the Stadium on the morning of Weds 24th... you scraped right along the side of my green car. You know who you are, own up.

The Sun Mobility scooters on road? To the lady who saw bikes on footpath. Does she want to see mobility scooters on the road? I have had to get round cars parked on the footpath on my mobility scooter.

Not a landlord’s responsibility Re: Rental properties obvious. It is not the landlord’s responsibility to keep the rental clean and lawns mowed. If tenants like to live like that and don’t care, it’s shame on them. We rented for a long time and kept house and grounds tidy, like we love to have it. It is about keeping up your own values in life and also respect other people’s ownership.

I would like to thank the young lady at Briscoes for such excellent service last Sunday when I had to exchange a sunscreen blind that had been on special for a larger one, no longer on special, but still only paid the original discounted price. Such a pleasure to be helped by her.

I would like to thank the two lovely lady customers in Bunnings on Sunday, who helped after my mother had a fall. Thanks for the water and support. There are still some true, kind hearted people in this crazy world. Blessings.

A conspiracy theorists outlet Sad to see Txt Talk becoming a Political Conspiracy Theorists outlet. Wish those folk would confine themselves to Twitter and their own kind.

In response to the txt talk, not all rental properties are obvious. We take pride in our property that we rent . Not all renters are tarred with the same brush and its comments and attitudes like this that make it harder for tidy, house proud families to rent a nice property long term !

Very good start to the kids softball season, good to see new friendly faces. Ball park is looking great thanks.

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Oak trees cut down

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Referendum! Now this lot of politicians want to okay cannabis; next easy oil and then resin. They were told years ago by referendum emphatically to throw out MMP and it was ignored. Likewise this will be ignored unless all the alternatives ‘push it’. This is money talking folks, BIG tax income money. Pesticides and drugs kill. Welcome to Marlborough Green, are your children ready darling!

Bus shelter homeless

Made in Nelson?

Those Jaffaland roughies have missed the boat! Our main shelter offers CBD living, a large glassed indoor room, plenty of bench space, an outdoor patio and open sunroof. Free wifi, toilets and water on site. Bakery, coffee and liquor across the road and WINZ, not 5 minutes walk. With a weekly hot meal up the road and river next door. Temperature perfect. Yet still no takers to Marlborough. Why?

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I take water for our dog & myself but have no public seating about residential to have a rest stop... and of course MDC doesn’t provide weather shelter it rattles on about how much sun we get but won’t supply small shelters to get out of sun for the many Elderly. CR’s float about in cool cars provided by Rates or per kilometer perk but us Elderly get zero weather, or a ‘hole’ shelter.

The whole row of beautiful old oak trees in Kennedy’s Road have been cut down by the new owner. Shameful!

Wouldn’t the people who hate our holey bus shelter squeak even more if they only knew that it was made in Nelson and transported over to Blenheim. Oops they will now.

Good to see positivity So good to see so many positive people at the kids softball Saturdays morning.

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Re: Rental properties obvious. Please don’t assume we who rent are all the same. I’m sure there are others out there who are as offended as I am!! I live in a rental and treat it as I would my own house and property. I’ve previously owned also and therefore understand the importance of looking after other peoples investment. My landlord has recently spent $$$$ getting repairs done inside and outside my house so I take pride in keeping it looking clean, tidy and loved. The house I previously owned and lived in, was situated next door to a property that the people living in owned and it looked atrocious. Careful with your assumptions.

Beautiful country

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Re: Rental properties obvious. I rent a housing NZ house. How dare you say people don’t look after where they live. I look after my house like as if it was mine. And I get people all the time saying how good my place looks. Think you need to pull your head in.

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Not your obvious rental property Excellent service!

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Wheelie bin options? Maybe the Council could give households two options regarding recyclable waste. Option 1, keep the existing status quo. Cost approx $50pa. Option 2, wheelie bin. Cost approx $200pa. I think a scheme of that type would satisfy most households. Will be interested in any discussion, negative or positive.

Beautiful country What a beautiful country we live in. Spent labour weekend at Mills flat and shame on whoever it was that threw a nappy out the window and dumped it by the gate that shut all the time. When I went though on Saturday to Mills flat it wasn’t there but it was on the way out. Next time you want to be disgusting use your brain. Take your nappy home!

Tooted off the road I‘ve lived from Bluff to Picton and I’m so frustrated with Marlborough drivers. No one indicates, especially in supermarket parks, and the speed is 20 kms everywhere. And yes its the elderly... 100 kms to Picton doing 60, wake up people. In Christchurch you would be tooted off the road.

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DON’T FORGET TO SAVE THE DATE! The Marlborough A&P Show November 9th & 10th, 2018 Where town meets country

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Diabetes battlers ready to race

Sam Martin, six, and George Wilson, seven, are friends at Fairhall School. They also have something else in common, Type 1 Diabetes, and are taking on the Marlborough Kids Duathlon challenge on Sunday at Brancott Estate Vineyard. Diabetes is a chronic disease that affects the way your body regulates blood sugar, or glucose; with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) sufferers no longer able to produce insulin to control blood sugars, so this has to be administered. They have a lifelong dependence on insulin. There are at least 28 young people under 18 years in Blenheim living with T1D. Preparation and training is important for any aspiring athlete, but mums Sarah Martin and Sue Hurd, say that if Sam and George

want to take part in the duathlon, preparation is vital. Sue explains that while exercise is really important and has many health benefits, it needs to be managed carefully with T1D. “It needs a lot of planning, there isn’t any spontaneity with completing something like the duathlon, and they can’t just get up on the day and complete it as other kids might.” To compete, Sam and George have done morning training runs to see how the distance and energy impacts their blood sugar levels. Sarah and Sue have ensured a lower carb breakfast for the boys to reduce their insulin dose for breakfast to avoid dangerously low blood sugar during exercise. They have to be monitored the running and biking course of 5km. If their blood sugar drops

Sarah and Sue will be on hand to dispense glucose tablets and lollies to boost their sugar levels. Modern technology is helping Sam and George. Both boys use insulin pumps which administer insulin 24/7 via a small needle inserted under the skin. Blood sugar monitoring is done by finger pricking and both boys also use the Freestyle Libre glucose monitoring system. This is a sensor worn on the upper arm which measures glucose levels in the fluid between the cells, giving more information about the direction the glucose level is moving. This is a really useful tool when attempting an event like the duathlon. As for Sam and George, they’re looking forward to the challenge. According to Sam, “I’m really looking forward to the biking and beating my sister Bailey.” George Wilson, 7 (Left) and Sam Martin, 7 (Right) – Excited about the Kids Duathlon!

Blenheim golf results Results from recent matches played at the Blenheim Golf Club. Oct. 20, Irish stableford: Blue Arthur 88; Luke Yarrall 87; Arnold Newman 87; Levi Mano 86; Werner Pluss 84; John Anderson 84; Jane Ingram 82; Desz Campbell 82; Jim Findlay 82; Clive Aitchison 82; Ray Herd 81; Cyril Scammell 80; Warren Ingram 80; Phil Starkey 80; Brent Baker 80. Fairweathers Prize 6/15 NTP: Warren Ingram. Geoffrey T Sowman Prize 9/18 NTP for 2: Blue Arthur. Oct. 22, 9 Hole stableford men: Levi Mano 25; Allen Knight 24; Les Boniface 21; Doug Shaw 21; Brian Brown 20; Dave Menzies

20; Roy Lilley 20; Blue Arthur 19; Trevor McGarry 19; Paddy Couchman 19; Don March 19; Bob Tapp 19. Women: Marg Hamilton 20; Bernice Arnold 19; Margaret Ogier 18; Dawn Walker 18; Shirley Godsiff 16. Oct. 24, womens eclectic: 1st: Shirley Godsiff; 2nd: Ann Soper 32. Oct. 25, mens seniors par/stableford: Mike Gullimot 6 up; Murray Belk 5up; Blue Arthur 5 up; Theo Russell 4up; Murray Ingram 4up; Ray Herd 4up; John Anderson 3 up; Bob Tapp 3up; Morgan Bowe 2up; Leo McKendry 2up. Nine hole stableford: Don Gray 20; Ian Hatcher 19. Oct. 27: Jim Findlay +12; Kevin

Mills +11; Dan Crawford +11; Doug Shaw +11; Bill Varrell +10; Clive Aitchinson +10; Gary Hillyard +8; Bernice Arnold +8; Bob Tapp +7; Mike Guillemot +6; Don Lamond +6. Fairweathers Prize 6/15 NTP: Jane Ingram. Geoffrey T Sowman 9/18 NTP for 2: Kevin Mills. Oct. 29, 9 hole stableford men: Jock Glennie 22; Les Boniface 22; Jim Findlay 22; Ian Clark 22; Roy Lilley 22; Ian Hatcher 21; Paddy Couchman 20; Bob Tapp 20; Leo McKendry 20; Brian Brown 19; George Mitchison 19; Dan Crawford 19; Peter Olding 18. Women: Marg Hamilton 19; Jan Pegler 19; Bernice Arnold 19; Trees Rewi 19; Colleen McLeod 18.

Rarangi golf results October 31, men’s stableford: Terry Lane 36; Allan Rutledge 36; Morrie Soper 36; Werner Pluss 35; Stuart

McLagan 35; Ron Warnes 35; Ray Tomlinson 34; Har Eradus 34; Hans Bloomberg 34; Murray Ingram 34; Len

Barlow 33; Bill McDonald 33; Terry Allen 33; David Mahoney 33; Peter Browning 33.

Cuddon Cycling Marlborough Track training and coaching for all riders tonight, Friday, from 5.30pm to7pm at Athletic Park. Come and try this exciting sport. Suitable for age 10 upwards. Plenty of track bikes available for

newcomers. All riders most welcome. On Monday there is track cycling from 5.30 to 8pm at Athletic Park, ppen and junior events. Track bikes available. Suitable for age 10 upwards.

On Wednesday, 6.30pm ,Wither Hills Winery, New Renwick Road, Summernite road series. Stage race No 1 (30km). Please assemble at 6pm. Open $5, junior $3. All riders welcome.

Fine wine crosses Cook Strait today It’s a simple concept, a yacht race with each boat carrying a fine Marlborough wine, but it attracts a boatload of attention, over 40 boatloads of attention to be precise. The Waikawa Boating Club has 44 confirmed entries for the WineWorks Marlborough Wine Race across Cook Strait today. The current fleet equals the largest ever assembled for the event. The race is all about bragging rights for the wine label carried on the winning boat. While some labels select the yacht they want to carry their wines, others leave it to the luck of the draw, banking on the performance on the day. Last years winner, St Clair Wines, was carried across the strait by Andrew Wilson aboard his Farr 1104 Rapport. The only certainty for this year is the fact that Wilson and his crew are up against some tough competition. With the MetService forecasting

southerlies, there could be significant swells for the race fleet. Big swells and a solid breeze could see the larger boats in the fleet to the fore, but if the swells have time to die a little then the smaller boats in the fleet may be a better bet due to their more favourable handicaps. With the race fleet drawn from Canterbury, Nelson and Wellington as well as the large contingent of local Waikawa boats, there will certainly be no shortage of company on the water. No matter who takes out the race, one great achievement which can’t be ignored is the celebration of 10 years of sponsorship of the race by WineWorks Marlborough. Several representatives of the company will be aboard boats in the race, as will a number of winery representatives doing their best to bring their particular varietal home first for 2018.

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Marlborough’s Paul Millen reaps award

Local man Paul Millen, project manager, NZ Dryland Forest Initiative receives the award from Geoff Thompson, chair of the Forest Growers Levy Trust.

Marlborough man Paul Millen, project manager, NZ Dryland Forest Initiative won the 2018 for forest growers research award for Communication and Sector Engagement at the Forest Growers Research Conference in Tauranga. The Forest Growers Research Awards have been awarded each year since 2011 to recognise outstanding achievements in forest growing research. “Being recognised with this award is only possible because of the positive interest and support given by many in the forest industry to NZ Dryland Forest Initiative (NZDFI’s) programme. Also their willingness to engage in

learning from our research and to collaborate with our development of durable eucalypt species that will diversify regional forestry land use, sequester carbon and supply future hardwood timber processing,” Paul says. “The One Billion Trees programme is a huge opportunity for us, and I’m really excited about what the future holds for the NZ Dryland Forests Initiative. We have big plans,” he says. The Marlborough Research Centre (MRC) has a long association with this incredibly successful programme. Over 10 years ago MRC committed start-up funding to undertake trial work for

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Fuel thefts hit local vineyards By community constable Russ Smith Two vineyard fuel tanks were targeted over the weekend, with around 50 litres of petrol stolen from one bowser in Jackson’s Road and another 20 litres of diesel stolen in Lower Wairau Road. Police are warning vineyard owners to be security conscious with their on-site fuel. It is likely that the theft of fuel will become

more common considering the price of fuel and any measures to make theft more difficult will help. Many stand-alone rural fuel bowsers are now fitted with electronic surveillance equipment that alerts the owner via cell-phone if the bowser is interfered with. Tamper-proof locking systems for the nozzle and reinforced hose-pipe can also help to prevent theft.

Offenders can be identified after the fact with infra-red security camera systems. Housing the fuel tank inside a decent fence or having a securely locked gate to prevent access to the property in the first place can prevent theft too. Anyone wishing to seek advice on security for their fuel is welcome to contact Police Prevention staff at the Blenheim Police station.

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Baa-king mad competition By Celeste Alexander Dogs, sheep, a pint and some shearing tools - the Woody Speed Shear and Bark Up annual competition is set for next weekend, Friday November 9. Timed to co-incide with the Marlborough A&P Show, The Woodbourne Tavern is hoping to attract a good

number of shearers to the competition, and for a good night of laughs and banter. First up will be the dogs which each take the stage and on command, bark for 10 seconds. This year the entries are open to as many dogs as a person wants to enter, including town and country dogs, Rowan Ingpen of the

Woodbourne Tavern says. “It’s a great event that’s always well supported, and with the A&P Show the same weekend it’s a fun event to take part in and watch,” he says. Some well known local names who are entering again this year include Freddy Gane and Scott Downing.

“They’re some of the local lads who have entered. Register on the night if you haven’t already,” Rowan says. Following the Bark Up will be the Speed Shearing competition where teams of four, including at least one female, take on four challenges. The first team member

must eat something, in previous years it’s been a dry Weetbix, the second guzzles a pint of beer, the third winds the manual handpiece while the fourth shears the sheep. “It’s a good laugh and entertaining for people to watch, so if you aren’t entering make sure you come along on the night and cheer

them on,” Rowan says. There are some great prizes up for grabs, including cash for Open, Senior and Barkup and in the speed shearing, the winner takes all. The Bark Up starts at 7pm, $5 per dog to enter and later after the speed shearing, live music will follow at 9.30pm till late.

ABOVE: Renee Norton, Nathan O'Malley and Duncan Higgins concentrate during the teams event at the 2016 Woody Speed Shearing event. File photo. RIGHT: Josh Hammond was the youngest contestant at a previous Bark Up competition with his dog Jed. File photo.

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Friday 2 Great Songs from the Heart: Back by popular demand with local musicians Steve Austin and Barry Holdaway. With all funds going towards the restoration of the Old Tua Marina Church. Tickets $10 with limited door sales available. 6-7pm. The Old Tua Marina Church, Brayshaw Heritage Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place. The Marlborough Camera Club: Exhibition ‘Spirit of Wairau’, showcasing selected photographs taken by members depicting our beautiful region. On until November 15. Café Home, 1C Main Street. 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. Exhibition on show Nature’s Window by Melissa-Jane Skehan. Featuring abstract landscape paintings, creative botanical photography and floral castings. On until November 27. Open 10am-4pm, seven days a week. The Gallery Havelock, 60 Main Road, Havelock. The Diversion Gallery: Open Wednesday to Saturday, 12-5pm. 10 London Quay, Picton. Heritage and Whaling Museum: A collection of 2000 items of Maori, whaling, maritime, heritage and textile displays. 10am-4pm daily, 9 London Quay, Picton. Marlborough Museum: Open 10am–4pm daily. Brayshaw Heritage Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place.

Saturday 3 Springlands School Gala: The Springlands School fundraiser gala will once again be a day of fun for the whole family. With bouncy castles, pony rides, a climbing wall, chocolate wheel, silent auction, white elephant and so much more to entertain. Also food stalls and coffee available. 10am–2pm. Springlands School, 16 Murphys Road. Ukulele Workshop: With international sensation Hugo Del Mar. For intermediate and advanced players. Workshop will include hits from the 60s and 70s. 11am-1pm. $5 with pot luck lunch. Bookings essential. Marlborough Museum, 26 Arthur Baker Place. Marlborough Artisan Market: Highlighting the best of Marlborough’s art, craft, food and produce. Pop on down every Saturday 9am-1pm. The Quays, Riverside Park, Taylor River. Weather dependant. Double Trouble: Featuring Andrew London’s witty musical trio, and the hugely energetic Fiona Pears and her musically stunning quartet. 7.30pm. ASB Theatre Marlborough, 2 Hutcheson Street. Latin Dance Party: A night of Latin music and dancing. Entry $5 with BYO drinks. Everyone

Springlands School is holding its annual Gala tomorrow, starting at 10am and finishing at 2pm. There will be delicious food and refreshments throughout the day as well as live entertainment, fantastic stalls and fun for all ages. welcome. 8pm. Harlequins Rugby Clubrooms, Lansdowne Park, Lansdowne Street. Seminar On Macular Degeneration: Local Ophthalmologist Dr Graeme French will share the latest information on treatments and the management of this chronic eye disease. 2.30-4pm. Scenic Hotel Marlborough, 65 Alfred Street. Marlborough Community Potters Annual Exhibition: Ceramic Art and Pottery exhibition by local artists. Free to view and open daily 10am-4.30pm. On until November 11. WK Building, 2 Alfred Street. Millennium Public Art Gallery: Exhibitions on show, ‘Botanical Art Worldwide Exhibition’ featuring over 40 works by contemporary botanical artists. Also ‘Inside / Outside’ an annual fundraising exhibition featuring invited artists, both established and emerging. On until December 9. Corner of Seymour Street and Alfred Street, koha appreciated. EcoWorld: EcoWorld Aquarium & Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre, Picton Foreshore. Saturday & Sunday 9.30am-5.30pm. Yealands Estate Marlborough Gallery: Exhibition on show “Faith - the Window of Heaven is Open” featuring the art of Andrew Panoho. On until November 4. Opening hours 10.30am4.30pm 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 4 Rarangi Beach Bazaar: A market not to be missed with talented local Rarangi artists, Blenheim Artisan marketers, Christmas items, homemade jams and pickles, fundraising BBQ, TT Coffee cart, and so much more. 9:30am-2pm. Rarangi Community Hall, Rarangi Beach Road. Sing Your Heart Out: Interdenominational Hymns at the Old Tua Marina Church with Barry Parker and Steve Austin, followed by afternoon tea. $5 entry goes towards

the restoration of the Old Tua Marina Church. 3.30-5pm. Marlborough Museum, Brayshaw Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place. Greg Johnson - Every Song Has A Story: Fans can look forward to Greg delving into his songbook from across his entire career. In essence, an unstoppable stream of song writing classics with special guest guitarist Ben King of Goldenhorse. 5-8pm. Tickets $44.75. The Vines Village, 193 Rapaura Road. Harcourts Marlborough Kid’s Duathlon: There are no winners or losers, it’s all about having fun and getting out there with your friends. Come along and support those taking part and enjoy a great family day. 9am-12pm. Brancott Estate, Brancott Road. Steampunk 101: Inspiration and guidance for Steampunk wannabies. Followed by Devonshire Tea which can be purchased for $5. 2-3pm. Marlborough Museum, Brayshaw Heritage Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place. Marlborough Kennel Association: Double Ribbon Parade. Entries taken 10.15am with judging from 11am. All dogs recognised by NZKC welcome. Refreshments available, public most welcome. Clubgrounds, Aerodrome Road, Omaka. Marlborough Stamp Collectors Club: Stamp Sale, 10am-3pm. At the Stamp Club Rooms, 34 Arthur Baker Place. 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: Take the opportunity to visit the Edwin Fox Ship and Visitor Centre, and discover this gem of international history. 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: Ride to Forresters Café just past Rai Valley 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 Riverside Railway: Train Departs from Brayshaw Park as follows; 1.15pm and 3.00pm to Omaka and return, 1.45pm to Beaver Station, Riverside Park, central Blenheim and return. Adults $10 Child $5 (Omaka $6 & $3). Cash only. 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. Model Aero Club: ARA Wairau Valley 9am. Phone Murray 578 9199. Petanque: 10am Sunday and 1pm Wednesday, 65A Weld Street.

Upcoming Events: St Christopher’s Market Morning: Plants, Christmas decorations, jams, cakes, books BBQ and lots more. Saturday 10th November, 8.30pm-1pm. St Christopher’s Church, corner of Weld and Cleghorn Streets.

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ARCHITECTURAL TECHNICIAN Our team at Hawkins Architecture are seeking a skilled and self-motivated Architectural Technician to join our award winning Architectural practice based in the Blenheim CBD. The opportunity: • Work with a variety of projects from small residential to large commercial complex projects. • Responsibility to deliver documentation projects from start to finish. • Involvement in developing design, documentation and construction phases. • Career development through on-the-job training and mentoring. Skills and experience: • Ideally be NZ Diploma registered (or equivalent) • 3 plus years NZ experience. • High level of proficiency with Archicad. • Excellent Technical understanding and ability to detail complex packages for a wide range of project types • Proven documentation experience. • Sound understanding of NZ3604 and NZBC. • Excellent communication skills and be able to coordinate with clients, consultants and contractors.

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Technician GIS/AMIS Marlborough District Council is investing in Marlborough’s future by striving to provide the people of Marlborough with a great quality of life and a healthy natural environment. The region is a very attractive place to live and work, as well as the Marlborough Sounds and many wineries, activities such as tramping, mountain biking, and skiing are all within a short drive of Blenheim. If you’re looking for work life balance, you can achieve this in Marlborough. If you have an interest in asset management in the areas of water, wastewater and stormwater and have some aptitude in GIS applications then this may be the role for you. You will deliver an effective support to Council asset management and have the opportunity to build on your experience or education that will allow you to develop your skills and knowledge in the Asset Management area. The position could be an entry level role progressing into a career in technical administration/utility engineering or suit someone with experience in utility engineering. The successful applicant will require the following attributes: • Be thorough and meticulous showing a disciplined adherence to standards and procedures. • Demonstrate a positive attitude and approach. • Have good computer skills with the use of Microsoft programmes. • Have the ability to seek solutions to problems. • Have an interest in water, wastewater and stormwater engineering and maintenance. In addition knowledge or experience of the following would be advantageous: • Interpretation and use of utility services plans and/or engineering drawings. • GIS applications and geospatial data processing tools. • Use of computer aided drawing programme(s). • Surveying and GPS technologies. • Knowledge of a proprietary relational database particularly for asset management (AMIS) would be advantageous. Applications close at 5:00 pm on 14 November 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 stephen.rooney@marlborough.govt.nz.

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On the 6th Day of February 2016 at a Dawn Ceremony in Wairau Valley KleRAN CHRISTOPHER of the family: VENNING The Korowai Cloak of Great Uncle Father Augustine Venning Was Placed Upon Our APPOINTED Kaitiaki This mantle is simply the Cloak and Shield of Ihowa Protection Extended to One and All Any and All harm(s) perpetrated upon Native Peoples of this Land Will be Held to Account Any Breaches of an "Individuals Rights" is a direct insult upon IHOWA And pure Folly: I am: "Mandated To ENFORCE: Protect and Serve" People who seek out IHOWA Blessings Principle OFFENDERS and their AGENTS Take NOTICE You have now been PUBLICLY SERVED By Order in Council: CEASE AND DESIST ALL HARMFUL PRACTICES Any Threat to Our Sense of Well-Being; Is a Trespass upon Our Persons

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If this sounds like you, please forward your cv and covering letter to: roseag@xtra.co.nz or PO Box 23, Blenheim 7240. Applications close 9am Monday 11th November. Please phone Tracy on 5786580 or 0274441404 if you require further information.

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We require a reliable, enthusiastic person who takes pride in their work to join our small but friendly team. This is a full time position on our own vineyards, extended hours may be required during busy periods such as grape harvest and spraying. The position is a hands on practical job tending to the vines, repairing irrigation, replacing posts and driving tractors with vineyard equipment such as mowers, trimmers & sprayers. Ideally the applicant will have experience in the vineyard (or a great attitude & willingness to learn), their own transport & a full class 1 license. Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

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MACDONALD, Paul Detoma: Passed away in Auckland on Saturday October 27, 2018. Aged 59 years. Loved Dad of Talia, and Mamie. Very loved son of Marjorie and the late Mugwi, loved brother and brotherin-law of Lynne and Devon AhMu, Derek and Belen, and Nick and Tania. Loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. Messages may be sent to 24 Battys Road, Blenheim 7201. A funeral service for Paul will be held at the Ukaipo Rangitane Cultural Centre, Fell Street, Grovetown at 2pm on Monday November 5, followed by interment at Maori Island Urupa. Respectfully cared for by GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719

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Aerial Spraying - Wither Hills The annual aerial spraying programme targeting woody weed species is scheduled to commence from Monday 29 October and, depending on suitable weather conditions, could run until Friday 7 December. The target areas for this work are highlighted on the map. It is recommended that members of the public avoid these areas during this time. We do not expect to close any areas off to the public, but high use sections may

be temporarily restricted whilst the work is being carried out, to ensure the health and safety of members of the public. Signage will be erected at the main farm park entrances to alert users. All work will be carried out in accordance with the Growsafe Code of Practice NZS 8409:2004. Contractor: Marlborough Helicopters, contact office/AH (03) 578 9684. For further information please contact David Aires at Council on (03) 520 7400.

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Johnson the goat for the wrong reasons the fall guy for the years and years of Warriors mediocrity. Since their arrival in the competition in 1995, the Warriors have never won it all. In recent times, they haven’t come close. However, you’d be a brave man to lay the blame at the feet of Johnson. The Warriors’ issues go far deeper than who runs their backline. Their forwards have, for the part, been described as lazy and lacking impact, unable to give the team the go-forward in the middle of the park which has made it hard for the backs to work their magic. The culture, coach rotations and inconsistent form has also plagued the Johnson tenure

which began in 2011. By moving away from a Kiwi half, the franchise will have to lure an Aussie from across the ditch. That means offering more money to entice the move. The Warriors have had mixed success with that ploy and mostly they’ve stumbled into good fortune. Their best was James Maloney who was a great addition and has been just as dynamic for other clubs after his departure. Speculation is Parramatta’s Corey Norman may be the target. A solid player but not a proven world-beater. This is a serious case of watch this space.

Sports Results Picton golf results Results from recent matches played at the Picton Golf Club. October 20 nett: Roy Te Keeti 65; Craig McIsaac 66; Mark Ivamy 66; Len Barlow 68; Phil Hawke 70. October 22, Meaters ambrose: Mark Ivamy, Ian Molloy, Marilyn Keenan, Phil

Hawke net 54.7; Grant Herbert, Helen McIsaac, Martin Smith, Jenny Hart 55.5 c/b; Craig McIsaac, Mike McGuire, Marylin Smith, Paul Howden 55.5. Jim Findlay, Mike McConnell, Jane Ingram, Warren Ingram 57.0 October 25 stableford: Ian Johnson 46; Barry Nitz 44;

Grant Aikman 44; Ron Peters 43; Damien Pollard 42; Bill Gattrell 40. October 26, 9 hole par: Ellie Gillies, Joan Gabara, David Baird +4; Beth Arnold-Johnson, Lynda White +2; Margaret Frisken, Joyce McClelland, Beryl Tripe +1.

Marlborough golf results Results from recent matches played at the Marlborough Golf Club. October 23, women’s 9 hole stableford: Suzanne Cifford 22; Bev Lindsay 21; Kath McIntosh 19. Oc tober 24, women’s stableford, div.1: Lucy Jefferis

40; Janet Leith 38; Denise Pickering 36. Div. 2: Helen Lissaman 41; Marion Tripe 40; Leannie Stowell 39. O c to b e r 25, m e n’s stableford: Graeme Barsanti 45; Graeme Parker 44; Robin Taylor 41; David Wiley 41. O c tob er 27, women’s

Russian roulette: Wilson & Handforth 78; Stowell & Pickering 72; Smith & Keenan 63. October 27, men’s Russian roulette: Flintoff & Hawkins 84; Taylor & Aitken 81; Young & Glackin 78; Barsanti & Blohm 77; Robinson & Harrison 77.

Jon Nicol (Marlborough) 39; 4 Ray Herd (Blenheim) 38; 5 Brian Burgess (Marlborough), John McLauchlan (Wairau Valley), Ian Johnson (Picton) and Hans Blohm (Marlborough) 37. Team: 1st Marlborough #1, Graeme

Parker, Nevil Paterson, Lindsay Burrow and Hans Blohm. 2nd Marlborough #2; 3rd Wairau Valley. The next tournament will be played on Monday, November 12, at the Picton Golf Club.

conditions so it was pleasing that the flock cleared the race point quickly and headed for home without delay. The first birds arrived in Blenheim just as the light rain commenced and Renwick

recorded the first arrivals home with Ian McColm’s bird winning the race on 69.5 km/hr, second place to Alister Cooper with 69.4 km/hr and then third to the central loft of Chris Bensley with 65 km/hr.

Veterans golf results Results of the Marlborough Veterans Golf Association tournament played at Wairau Valley Golf Club on Tuesday. Individual: 1 Graeme Parker (Marlborough) 45; 2 Lindsay Burrows (Marlborough) 43; 3

Pigeon Results Blenheim clubs racing pigeons were released at 7am in Oamaru on Saturday for the 470 km journey home and although the early weather was fairly good the forecast for later was showing deteriorating

Renwick Taekwondo youngsters do well at recent tournament

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The Warriors may have found their ultimate scape goat. Speculation suggests the Kiwi NRL franchise is ready and willing to part ways with million dollar halfback Shaun Johnson. The 28-year-old still has a year to run on his contract but it appears he may need to find a new home for the 2020 season. The news, first broken by the New Zealand Herald late last week, appears staggering to a non-Warriors fan like myself. Johnson has the x-factor and ability to rattle any defence. Most importantly he is respected and feared by Aussie league pundits. However, he looks set to be

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The Renwick Taekwondo Club competed at the Top of the South tournament held in Blenheim recently. It was the first tournament for new club members Michael Canning, Jackson Godsiff and Isha Jones, with coach Colin O’Brien saying they could all be proud of their efforts. Sebastian Canning, Daemyn Ireland and Erin Josephs also competed, with all three winning their fighting divisions. Colin says he is happy with the wins as the three of them only recently graded to red belt

and were now competing at a higher level. “Daemyn fought particularly well and had very high winning margins, with a number of his points coming from headshots,” Colin says. Sebastian and Daemyn also competed in Poomsae. Results. Poomsae: Sebastian Canning, Daemyn Ireland, bronze. Kyorugi (fighting): Sebastian Canning (two divisions), Daemyn Ireland, Erin Josephs, gold. Michael Canning, silver; Jackson Godsiff, Isha Jones, bronze.

Daemyn Ireland in action at the Top of the South taekwondo tournament held in Blenheim recently.

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GARDENING THIS WEEK A history of cultivation: By Wally Richards Humans have been on this planet for many thousands of years and during this time many civilisations have come and gone. In different parts of the planet population numbers were largely determined by climate conditions. From frozen wastelands to the tropics, humans carved out an existence. To enable more structured living, humans had to learn about soil: what you put in determines what you can take out. The Chinese and likely some other Asian people learned this lesson and used natural methods and recycled organic matter to make the soil even more fertile. In the west and other places different methods were used and one of these was to allow each seventh of the land to lay fallow for one year while applying organic material to the cropping land. An element lacking in this replacement practice was having sufficient phosphate to replace that which had been used. Bird and bat droppings are a rich source of phosphate and called guano. Reactive rock phosphate is an easy source of phosphate, but it takes many years for it to weather down and be available to plants. In the early 1800s, there were two important figures in the new science of agricultural chemistry. The first was a French chemist, J. B. Boussingault, who around 1834 began an innovative series of experiments on his farm in Alsace. He created a nutrient balance sheet, comparing the total nutrients applied to a crop with the total taken up by the crop. The second was Justus von Liebig, a German chemist, who patented an artificial manure. However, this failed because the manufacturing process made the phosphate unavailable to plants. These two threads of research soon

came together, leading to the invention of superphosphate. In 1843, entrepreneur and agricultural chemist John Bennet Lawes used Boussingault’s methods on his Rothamsted estate near London. Aware of Liebig’s failure, he made his own phosphate manure using a process he had patented in 1842. This involved treating mineral phosphates with sulfuric acid to make superphosphate. In this form, phosphate is rapidly released into the soil, where it can be used by plants. However, the acid kills the microbes in the soil, leading to dead soil. In New Zealand a fertiliser company called East Coast Bay Fertilisers set up a plant to produce superphosphate outside of Napier many years ago. Super was sold to the local farmers and over time soil scientists of the company came to realise the damage that super was doing to the soil. A moral decision was made by the owners and they stopped super production. Later on the company was sold and the new owners immediately started the production of super again. Gardens and plants need phosphate, and Organic BioPhos is reactive rock phosphate broken down naturally by microbes so it is readily available to the plants without damaging the soil. In fact BioPhos contains millions of beneficial microbes which are still working to break down the phosphate, so you are adding more microbes to your soil. Sometimes gardeners tell me that when they first use BioPhos they can notice an improvement to their gardens soon after application. Obviously the plants were needing some phosphate.

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