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Dave’s back

By Bill McElhinney Kiwibank Local Hero Dave Shaw is coming back for one last sausage sizzle.

Dave and son Henry have been down at the Blenheim Warehouse car park for 17 years selling sausages, bacon and onions in bread as a fundraiser for a host of charities.

Over that time Dave has cooked 143,047 sausages, 1606kg of bacon and unpacked countless loaves of bread.

And all that effort has raised a massive $163,319 for charity.

But Boxing Day this year will be Dave’s last day manning the barbecue. Continued on page 2.

Blenheim Warehouse manager Iain Geddes is pleased Dave and Henry Shaw will be back at the Warehouse with their popular sausage sizzle next Wednesday, Boxing Day.

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Fundraising champ’s last sausage sizzle

By Bill McElhinney Continued from page 1.

“I’m 72,” Dave said then, “and I need to spend more time now with Henry.”

Henry and Dave’s daughter were born with a range of disabilities, and Dave began fundraising for CCS Disability Action in Greymouth before he moved to Blenheim in 2001.

But now Dave is moving back to Greymouth, mainly for health reasons, and

Blenheim Warehouse manager Iain Geddes.

before he moves, he’s doing

one more fundraising day.

Dave a nd Hen r y will be outside the Blenheim Warehouse at 7am next Wednesday, Boxing Day. “It’s our busiest day, and there will be queues of people,” Blenheim Warehouse manager Iain Geddes says.

“We’re delighted to have Dave back again.

He’s done so much for so many good causes.”

Dave has a target in mind and a group to support.

He wants to raise $1000 for the Coastguard.

“They don’t get a lot of support,” Dave says, “so I want to have a big day to help them out.

“We’ll be there at 7am next Wednesday so you can have breakfast before you go shopping.

And we’ll have some help from other volunteers.”

Dave is grateful to The Warehouse for supporting him in his fundraising ef-

forts, and is also grateful for the support he has had from local businesses, including Countdown, Supervalue and New World supermarkets, and Goodman Fielder.

“The more produce we have donated, the more money we can make,” Dave says.

“This will be my farewell to Marlborough, so we want to go out with a bang!”

Eco-Friendly Christmas

By Megan Connolly Did you know on average, Kiwis throw away 30per cent more rubbish over the summer holiday period than usual?

The waste we generate just about doubles the week after Christmas and an extra 50,000 tonnes of waste is likely to be produced during the Christmas week, according to recycling.co.nz.

Many things like shiny wrapping paper, plastic packaging and Christmas decorations can’t be popped into your average recycling bin.

Christmas at the best of times can be overwhelming, let alone thinking about ways to change your consumption.

But don’t worry, there are a lot of ways to be more environmentally consciousness this holiday season and they don’t have to cost a fortune.

Linda Thompson, from Plastic Bag Free Picton, and Rebekah Hall, from Sustainance, have been thinking and practising creative eco-friendly Christmas gifts for as

long as they can remember.

It starts with being more mindful and looking at all the little things like wrapping paper, bows and gift tags, Rebekah says.

“I used to make our own Christmas cards with wooden stamps and decorate brown paper with my kids. Or use a scarf, beeswax wrap or a bag that would become part of the present.

“My mother used to say you have to be able to eat it, drink it or plant it,” Rebekah says.

There is always the option of creating your own gifts like preserves, chutneys, fudges or cookies and gifting them in jars, Linda suggests.

If you’re not creating your own gift, think about how what you purchased with live on afterwards.

Ask yourself: Is it something that is compostable, reusable, or will it create less of a carbon footprint in the long run.

“Christmas can be as frugal or as expensive as you want, and still Eco-warriors, Linda Thompson from Plastic Bag free Picton and Rebekah Hall from be sustainable and conscious,” Sustainance, say that typical Christmas waste can be avoided by thinking of fun Linda says. easy alternatives to things like wrapping paper.

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Gateway opens doors for students to explore careers

By Bill McElhinney Johnny Andrews, 22, is a commercial pilot for Marlborough Sounds airline.

Daniel White, 23, is leasing his own dairy farm in Murchison, milking 320 cows.

The two former Marlborough Boys’ College pupils say they owe a great deal of their career success to the Gateway programme, which supports Years 12 and 13 students to undertake hands on practical learning and assessment in the work place.

“It provides an opportunity for the youngsters to explore a career option and at the same time gain valuable workplace knowledge and skills,” says Peter Baker, who assists with the Gateway programme at the College by working with local employers to find places for the students.

“The students get workplace experience while still continuing with the remaining subjects and other school activities.

“It also enables the employer to see how the lads perform in a hands-on work environment,” Peter says.

Johnny set his sights on flying at age 13 after his dad took him for a flight in a helicopter.

Johnny was hooked, and got a job at New World supermarket, working weekends, so he could save money to go flying.

He joined the Marlborough Aero Club and at age 16 took his first solo flight, and then gained his commercial pilot’s licence four years after winning scholarships from the Marlborough Aero Club, New World and the Ailsa Litchfield trust.

“The Gateway programme really

Gateway liasion Peter Baker, centre, with Daniel White, left, and Johnny Andrews, former Marlborough Boys' College pupils who have benefited from the Gateway programme.

helped me,” Johnny says.

“They bought books for me, paid for some of my exams, and helped me get a scholarship to help fund gaining my commercial licence.”

Gateway helped Daniel at age 15 by getting him a job one day a week on a Pelorus dairy farm.

With his interest sparked, Daniel went on to gain credits in health and safety, first aid, quad bike safety and, with the assistance of Gateway, studied Level 2 and 3 unit standards in agriculture through Telford Rural Polytech.

Daniel finished college in 2013, worked on a Canvastown dairy

farm, went sharemilking in 2015 and this year moved to Murchison to run his own dairy farm.

“Practical experience is preferred over textbook learning for some students and this is where Gateway can help,” Peter says.

Over the last seven years, Marlborough Boys has built up a portfolio of around 150 local businesses who have contributed to the programme.

“This year we have had 60 placements, involving 52 young men, in local businesses including building; electrical; farming; plumbing; sign writing; bee keep-

ing; refrigeration; automotive engineering; engineering; landscaping; mechanics and digital technology,” Peter says.

“One young man is just starting a farm cadetship and 23 others have either completed or are doing a 90 day trial before beginning an apprenticeship.”

The introduction of driving instructor Eddie van der Westhuizen has proven a big plus, Peter says, with a large number of boys entering full time jobs with the minimum of a restricted driver’s licence.

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Burglar sought

In the early hours of Sunday, December 16 the Springlands Pharmacy was broken into by a male who fled the scene after the alarm sounded.

Police say the male is caucasion of slim build in his late teens or early 20s. He forced his way through exterior doors and once inside, used a small rubbish bin and filled it with pharmaceuticals, mainly medication. When the alarm sounded he got a fright, dropped the items and ran out.

Police are reviewing CCTV footage and are seeking any information on the male who was wearing a black Adidas tshirt with a large logo on the front, light coloured pants and Adidas shoes.

Contact the Blenheim Police 03 578 5279 or pass the information you have to Crime Stoppers - 0800 555 111.

Cherries in short supply Christmas cherries will be in short supply leading up to Christmas.

With the recent unseasonal wet weather cherr y growers have experienced the wettest season in a decade.

The wet weather has caused the ripen cheries to split and this damage has caused a shortage.

Strawberries have also been affected and fruit pickers will also be out of pocket leading up to Christmas.

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Wednesday December 19, 2018

Parkrun - make it your resolution

By Celeste Alexander One of the most popular New Year resolutions is to “get fit and improve one’s health”.

It’s something Renwick man Rowan Ingpen is challenging others to do by joining the Blenheim Parkrun, a weekly free 5km timed run sponsored by New Zealand Home Loans.

He says it’s a great way to socialise, aimed at all ages and fitness levels and is “great for good mental health”.

“I started with Parkrun two years ago after I finished playing rugby for the Renwick senior grade and for the first time in my life, I found myself with no Saturday sport.

“I had suffered a concus-

sion which ended my rubgy playing days and I hadn’t been doing a lot when I heard about Parkrun through a mate of mine. I thought ‘that sounds like me’ and registered,” he says.

Volunteer run, Parkrun is held every Saturday at 8am, it costs nothing to join and is “you against the clock”.

“Some people run, some walk, others take their kids or dogs with them... it’s a very social and fun way to exercise,” Rowan adds.

Since July 2016, 122 runs have been recorded and 885 individuals have completed the Blenheim Parkrun.

“Everyone comes together for a common interest - to improve their health and wellbeing. It’s really good for your mental health too

which is important to me as a business operator and volunteer firefighter.

“I’ve even run it in my fire gear recording a time of 25.56 minutes. My average is 22.34 minutes but my goal is to get it under 21 minutes, plus my next milestone of 50 runs is coming up in the New Year.

“I can’t rate it highly enough, it’s fun and we get together for coffee afterwards so if it sounds like you, make it your New Year resolution to join us,” Rowan says.

To register visit www. parkrun.co.nz/blenheim/ where all the information and instructions can be found. Participants will also be able to track their runs and times.

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Police focus on driver distraction “Keep your eyes on the road this December”.

This is the message from Tasman Police as they aim to focus on fighting driver distraction during December and the Christmas holiday break.

Last year distraction was a factor in 36 fatal road crashes and 192 serious injury crashes in New Zealand, a Police spokesperson says.

“We still see far too many people using mobile phones while driving. If you’re look-

ing at a screen, you’re not watching the road.”

Police focus is on the four behaviours which are the main contributors of death and injury on New Zealand roads: a lack of restraints, impairment such as alcohol or fatigue, distraction, and speed.

“We will be doing spot and stop operations, where Police spotters will be watching for people not wearing seatbelts, running lights and using mobile phones.”

“Behaviours need to change for everyone’s safety.”

“As we head into the holiday season there will be increased traffic on the roads, so it’s important to be patient and keep yourself and other road users safe by driving to the conditions, not driving impaired or distracted, and ensuring everyone in your vehicle is wearing a seatbelt.”

“We want to make sure everyone makes it through to a safe and holiday.”

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Controversial genetic modification Last month the Northland Regional Council announced that it would consider banning genetically modified organisms at a local level.

Similar bans are already in place in Auckland and Hawke’s Bay, which come on top of the national controls administered by the Environmental Protection Agency under the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act. Genetically modification (GM) is a topic that has long been controversial, particularly of course in agriculture.

Yet, it is time we looked back on GM and the extent to which its use may have developed and evolved.

At this time, no genetically

modified products that are made here in New Zealand are commercially for sale.

There are 70 GM food products already on our supermarket shelves.

The Government’s outgoing chief science adviser, Prof Sir Peter Gluckman, considers this conversation overdue, and I’m inclined to agree. This is because genetically modified products are already a part of everyday New Zealand life and it would be naive of us to think we can eliminate our use of them completely.

An example of this is in up

to 30 approved medicines.

These medicines, including insulin, are manufactured by a process that uses GM. Statistically, Northland has a high occurrence of diabetes in its population compared to the rest of New Zealand.

Is its council suggesting that this life-saving drug be banned because it contains GM ingredients?

As science in the area of GM continues to rapidly develop, other options are appearing.

One such option is new genome editing technology

called CRISPR, which, in the case of a plant, alters its DNA rather than adding a gene sourced from another species.

It is simpler than GM, and some consider it safer.

I believe there are legitimate cases for investigating gene editing in New Zealand, using CRISPR technology.

One such example is producing timber trees without pollen.

I’m sure many Marlburians would be relieved to be rid of the clouds of pine pollen caused by pine forests

each year, which can cause irritating but also serious health issues.

But more to the point, a pine tree without pollen is unable to spread into sensitive ecosystems like our Marlborough Sounds, where wilding pines are a significant and ongoing problem.

I hope Sir Peter Gluckman’s advice is taken on board.

We could gain a lot more by investigating our options than banning potential opportunities.

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Marina Cove Retirement Village contacted the pair after hearing about the initiative that helps bring composting into the community by assisting those that need help creating their own composting.

The village was already composting their vegetable garden waste, and a worm farm would boost the positive impact on the

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Having a worm farm for food scraps means they would not only save the scraps going to landfill, but the worms would create natural fertiliser for the village gardens.

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

Q:What do you want Santa to bring you this Christmas?

Brooke Palmer Blenheim

Charlotte Gallop Blenheim

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I really want a puppy!

Only a small-ish one.

All I want is a Frozen lego set with Elsa and Anna.

I would like a robo t-rex, pterodactyl and snake so they can fight each other.

A racing car! I want it to have room for real passengers. It could be yellow.

A robocat, a really soft bunny because I like them, and a blue unicorn with a rainbow tail and a rainbow mane.

That’s a hard question! I would like heaps of things like a remote control car, big lego set and a fishing rod.

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More reserve parking woes Dear Ed, Further to “Weary Traveller’s” letter of the December 5, having just driven thru Rai Valley at the weekend and seen the Brown River reserve, I would concur with his point of view.

In fact, we have the same problem in Koromiko where the council have totally messed up what was a reasonable parking area to one where you would think it had been hit by an earthquake, with boulders scattered everywhere.

I just hope that it wasn’t MDC money.

There are no parking bays outlined, and it is difficult to see how you’d get the limit of 12 vans in without putting them one metre apart, needless to say a huge fire risk.

And no attempt at recycling, with just a couple of small rubbish containers.

The result of which, non self contained vans just go further up the road and park on the verge, leaving a trail of toilet paper!

Come on MDC, you can do better.

Another Concerned Traveller.

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Taylor River walkway bouquet for MDC Dear Ed, Great that at last I can praise the Marlborough District Council for something.

The notices they’ve erected along the Taylor River walkway asking cyclists to indicate they’re approaching walkers from rear are much needed.

A few times, I’ve just about been bowled by a silent speeding cyclist.

After a near miss one cyclist laughed! Fool!

Well done MDC. Don Coyote Blenheim

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Christmas in the Park concert Dear Ed, Congratulations to the organisers and sponsors of Christmas in the Park.

It was a great show.

The two excellent outsiders were great entertainment, but at what cost?

With many very good musicians and entertainers in and around Blenheim, why don’t we use and pay them?

No doubt the outsiders are great in the big city, but they did seem a little out of place

with their choice of music.

But thanks to both of you, and a lot of us enjoyed your entertainment.

But in support of locals for locals, I have included here a list of some of those who could certainly provide great variety.

Dancing schools (standard and modern); College choirs (boys and girls); the brass and highland bands; BJO (world travellers jazz groups); Sarah Brown ( a singer in the vein

of Eva Cassidy, but better); Heather Jamieson (singer and keyboard player); Anna Moore (multi-instrumentalist) and others.

These are just a few, and I am sure the event organisers know of many more.

What a variety show this could be.

Good luck to you all.

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Post Shop move Dear Ed, It is quite obvious that those who have made the decision to relocate the Blenheim Post Shop have not had to stand with a dozen or more others waiting for service, or have they told Paper Plus “do not worry about any overcrowding in the very

limited space available at the proposed site.”

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Community papers still lead the way with local news Despite fierce competition from digital and social media, community papers remain the leading source of local news for Kiwis, according to a nationwide survey by 2degrees.

Commissioned as part of 2degrees’ #GoodChat research project, the survey asked more than 2000 New Zealanders how they are communicating in their communities and the role technology plays in the way they connect.

The results revealed that around a third of Kiwis rate local papers the best source of local news, while online sources like community social media pages/chat groups (23 per cent) and Neighbourly (12 per cent) trail behind.

And nine per cent of Kiwis say they get their local information from a neighbour who knows everything that’s going on in their ‘hood.

The survey’s findings around community newspapers struck a chord with former Waitakere Mayor Sir Bob Harvey who, after more than 27 years in local government, has witnessed first-hand the important role of community press in setting the local agenda.

“These findings are really heartening, especially right now as the commercial viability of print media is increasingly being calling into question.

“I can’t overstate the importance of community papers and community journalism in ensuring the health and wellbeing of communities in Aotearoa,” Sir Bob says.

“Community papers provide chan-

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nelled advocacy of important local issues in a way that isn’t mirrored simply by residents chatting on a community Facebook page.

“They also champion issues and stories that would escape the attention of the mainstream media.

A dangerous walkway in Wainuiomata might not be important to the 6pm news but it’s incredibly important to the people who use it every day, and community newspapers get that.”

2degrees CEO Stewart Sherriff says the research has provided interesting reading.

“As a telco we’re deeply interested in how Kiwis communicate, and where they get their information from.

The role of the community paper in informing, supporting and championing our communities is obviously something many Kiwis still hold dear.”

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Blenheim Lions Club volunteers have been busy setting traps along the Kotuku Track that will contribute to the nationwide predator-free 2050 goals recently. Volunteers from left, Neville Lawson, John Donnelly, Lindsay Moir, Linda Batchelor and Charles Riley in front.

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The club 19 boxes along the covering 1.5 kilometres down Opaoa River with seven traps, and will be working on adding more traps. Fourteen traps were laid out last week.

The small wooden boxes which house the traps were generously made at the Scouts Jamboree last year.

“Can’t wait until we catch our first rat, weasel or stoat,” Linda says.

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Taking a cue from groups like the Grovetown predator trappers and Picton Dawn Chorus, the community club has been working on putting traps down the by the Opaoa River near the Kotuku Track since the start of December.

Volunteers in teams of three take rostered turns each weekend to check, set and re-bait the traps, walking the distance of 1.5 Kilometres down the river.

“We’re well aware of the damage these predators are doing to our bird life,” one of the keen Volunteers, Linda Batchelor says.

“We’ve all got to do our bit, like recycling.”

The project was the brainchild of Lions member Jim Thomas, Lions club predator trap organiser Lindsay Moir says.

The idea popped up earlier in the year, following the local trend that is helping contribute to predator-free 2050.

“We did it because it was something quite different to many of the other things we are doing in the community,”

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Banter with Santa It’s been a very busy year for the Sun Newspaper staff, so when it came to organising the annual tradition of inviting Santa to the office for lunch, this time Mrs Claus offered to do the food.

Santa sat and chatted with Celeste Alexander while publishers Les and Katrina Whiteside handed out the secret Santa gifts.

This year Santa had a little more time up his sleeve so the Sun decked out the office with Christmas holly, set up a wine tasting station and found an old Christmas carols CD that one of the staff hid a few years ago.

As usual, Santa pulled out the editor’s favourite chair and made himself comfortable.

His pant legs were slightly marked from a encounter with some bushes during a motorcycle riding training session with John Laing.

“It was a bit of a crash course unfortunately.

Poor John, he had no idea how clumsy I was but he was oh so patient.

“I think I’ll need a few more lessons, but first I will need to send some elves over to repaint the side of the motorcycle I was learning on,” he grins as he picks a twig from the fluffy hem of his pants.

Mrs Claus brings over two containers of food she brought from the North Pole.

One contains decorated shortbread and the other, her famous honey cakes.

“And you should know that the cakes are made from Marlborough honey,” she beams.

“I spent a month in the region earlier this year learning about beekeeping and brought home samples from each of the honey producers... the elves are green with envy but this

Santa steals one of the cookies that Mrs Claus baked for the Sun's staff Christmas party.

is our special stash,” she laughs.

Les Whiteside pulls up a chair and hands Santa a glass of chardonnay.

“Chardonnay is making a comeback so try this one,” Les says as they clink glasses.

“I see there’s more housing and retail developments... Blenheim is certainly growing,” Santa points out.

“The elves are busy working on a retail line of Christmas merchandise for Kmart to stock for next year... mainly clothing.

They’ve even designed Christmas coloured active-wear,” Santa laughs as he slaps his knee.

“I can’t wait to see people walking the

Wither Hills wearing candy-cane striped pants.”

The staff are curious to know what Christmas gifts are in hot demand this year.

“Well the most in demand has been mermaid and unicorn toys... so much so that the Santa toyshop looks more like a sequin factory.

“It got to the point where we were all starting to look like aqua coloured statues with all that glitter and glue everywhere.

“And poop! Unicorn poop, mermaid poop, glow in the dark poop... where do these kids get these ideas from,” he roars with laughter.

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“The boys have had some more unique ideas for Christmas.

“I’ve seen lists with things like remote controlled bugs and alien toys.

“But the one toy making a real comeback for 2018 has been dinosaurs!

“The elves have had a lot of fun making these,” Santa adds.

With full bellies the Sun staff make their way out the door while Santa gives one more toast; “Ho, ho, ho merry Christmas everyone!

And just remember, it’s not what’s under the Christmas tree that matters, it’s who is around it.”

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From Our Families To Yours

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Christmas message from the Mayor Christmas is a time for us all to take a breath and appreciate the positive things that have happened for us over the year.

2018 has been a good year for Marlborough. The economy is doing well, visitor numbers are up and the Coastal Pacific train service is back. The Government committed to building new Boys’ and Girls’ colleges and Bohally Intermediate, and has also announced $9m in funding for Queen Charlotte College in Picton.

We opened the new Picton Library and Service Centre Waitohi Whare Mātauranga, which saw a 60% increase in visitors in its first year. We invested over $60 million in infrastructure projects, including building a new water treatment plant in Seddon. We also repaired the Stadium 2000 building and have begun restoring the flow of the Ōpaoa River, by dredging. Planning is underway to build a new Marlborough District Library and Art Gallery in Blenheim’s CBD in 2019.

I hope, like us, you will get the chance to spend time with your family and friends this holiday season.

We are a generous and friendly community - please extend a hand to those you know who are struggling or dealing with loss; such kindness can make all the difference.

To those who are working through the holidays – the Police and St John, Fire and Emergency, the team at Wairau Hospital, all those who keep our essential services going – my thanks to you on behalf of the community.

Wishing you a peaceful and happy Christmas.

Mayor John Leggett

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Service. No Compromise.

Wishing all our clients a happy and safe festive season

We wish you a merry Christmas

We are closed on the stat days & 29th Dec. but open on the days in between.

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Blenheim Electorate office will be closed 24 December and re-open 7th January 2019 Amberley offices closed from 24 December and re-opened late January- all enquires to Blenheim electorate office by phoning 0800 STUART Funded by the Parliamentary Service. Authorised by Stuart Smith, Parliament Buildings, Wgtn.

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MERRY CHRISTMAS

WISHING EVERYONE A MERRY CHRISTMAS

We will be closed on the stats, but open on the days in between.

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Merry Christmas and thank you to all of our clients, and wishing you a happy and safe New Year.

We will be closed from 5pm Friday 21st December, re-opening 8am Monday 7th January.

subcontractors your support this year.

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ary

Weekly babies

Mum of the Week Congratulations to Lauren DeaCon

this week’s lucky winner of the new World $25 voucher to spend at new World Blenheim.

our winner is invited to bring her ID in to claim her prize when she next visits new World Blenheim.

The Sun

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Your locally owned and operated Supermarket Tel: 03 520 9030 | Email: blenheim@newworld-si.co.nz

Holdaway: Harriet Mary Born November 22 Weight 9lb 3oz Hospital Wairau

Ari: Baby boy Born December 13 Weight 7lb 3oz Hospital Wairau

Barnes: Ria Jean Born November 29 Hospital Wairau

Sandbrook: Suzannah Grace Born November 27 Weight 7lb 7oz Hospital Wairau

Richard, Mary ( Lister) and big brother Freddie are excited to announce that Harriet Mary (9lb 3oz) was born on November 22, 2018 at 12.26 am. Special thanks to our wonderful midwife Mandy Stanton and to Dr Helen Crampton for her care during the first trimester. Freddie would like to thank Grandma for looking after him while Mummy was in hospital.

Photo provided.

Jhansi and Venkata Surya Rao are happy to announce the safe arrival of a baby boy , (7lb 3oz) on December 13, 2018, at 5.26am.

A little brother to Chetan. Special thanks to our grandparents and all the staff at Wairau Hospital.

Proud parents Stuart and Heather Barnes and big brother Scott are happy to announce the arrival of their daughter Ria Jean Barnes. Born on the November 29th, 2018 at Wairau Hospital in Blenheim, New Zealand. The perfect addition to our family. Thank you to Cathy Middleton and all the midwives. Photo provided.

Samalah (nee Gray) and Steven welcome with joy their new daughter Suzannah Grace (7lb 7oz) born 27 November in Palmerston North.

A little sister for Hazel. Photo provided.

Cowley: Amia-Reign Lucille Te-Akau Born December 12 Weight 6lb 8oz Hospital Wairau

Deacon: Fletcher Cohen Born December 10 Weight 9lb 14oz Hospital Wairau

Samantha and Baden are excited to announce the safe arrival of Amia-Reign Lucille Te-Akau (6lb 8oz) on December 12, 2018, at 3.45am at Wairau Hospital. A sister to Hunter. Special thanks to Rhianne and all the midwives at the hospital.

Lauren and Brett are pleased to welcome Fletcher Cohen (9lb 14oz) on December 10, 2018, at 9.14am at Wairau Hospital. A brother to Hudson, Zeck and Arwen. Special thanks to Mandy Stanton and all the staff at the maternity ward.

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The midwives Helen Connolly, Jane Waite, Louise Burkhart and Tina Rayner are walking in a winter wonderland this holiday season.

Maternity Ward walking in a winter wonderland

By Megan Connolly It’s a winter wonderland this year at the Maternity Ward at Wairau Hospital.

The staff decorated their corridors with snowflakes suspending from the ceiling, a snowman and sparkling lights thanks to nurse Tina Rayner who birthed the idea.

“It’s really taken off! We’ve had such a good time creating it,” Tina says.

Every year the hospital holds a competition for the ward which can decorate their halls

with something exciting, with the winners receiving an afternoon lunch.

“Even if we don’t win, it’s been such a great response with everyone walking in and saying ‘wow’, has been worth it,” Tina says.

The ‘Baby in a Blizzard’ decorations will stay up all the way through December to welcome the birth of the Christmas and New Year babies.

Who will be the Christmas or New Year baby? Keep an eye out in The Sun.

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Be sunsmart this summer Heading to the beach or river over the Christmas holidays?

Have fun, but remember to protect your skin from sunburn and insect bites.

Sunburn is a burn to the skin caused by excess exposure to ultra violet (UV) radiation in the sun. It can also be caused by other sources of UV, such as sun beds.

Sunburn should be avoided as much as possible, as even mild sunburn can damage your skin and increase your risk of skin cancer.

Facts about UV radiation in New Zealand - You can feel the sun’s heat but you cannot feel UV radiation, which is why it can

still harm your skin on cool, cloudy days.

- UV radiation levels are at their peak in NZ from September to April, especially between 10am and 4pm.

- However, UV radiation levels can also be high when you are at high altitudes or around snow or ice.

- Even mild sunburn can damage your skin and increase your risk of skin cancer.

- You can reduce your risk of developing skin cancer by being SunSmart and covering up with clothing, a broad-spectrum sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses.

- Remember to SLIP, SLOP, SLAP and WRAP.

Healthline, Pharmacists, GP or GP Practice Nurse, and Urgent After Hours GP offer professional health advice.

If you arrive at Wairau Hospital’s Emergency Department with a non-urgent health concern you may be referred to your GP.

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Don’t burn, protect Sunburn, it’s painful, unsightly and can pose a serious risk to your health.

What might shock you is that a large majority of sunburn cases are preventable by taking sensible precautions in the sun.

It’s not just the times we are laying about in the sun or relaxing on the beach, it’s the everyday time spent out in the sun that can catch us out.

Activities such as walking to the shops, jogging, running around with the kids at the park... these are all times we might forget to apply sun cream and wear a hat.

Looking at the body, you might be surprised at what areas we regularly neglet.

The skin around the eyes and eyelids is more exposed than you think. Sunscreen teamed with sunglasses is the best defence.

Choose quality glasses that protect against both UVA and UVB rays, and cover as much of the eye area as possible.

The top of the head and parting in the hair are easy places to forget. People with thinning hair should wear a hat in the sun, and make sure sunscreen is applied right to the hairline.

If you hair is braided, your scalp will be vulnerable to sunburn where the hair is sectioned off.

The tips of the ears and behind the ears are among the ‘high risk’ areas.

If you want to know how much time someone has spent in the sun, look at the backs of their hands and tops of their feet. Don’t stop at your watch strap, apply sunscreen to the whole area. If not, you can increase your risk of dehydrated and wrinkled skin and age spots.

When wearing strappy sandles or jandals, protect the tops of your feet and toes with sunscreen.

Do your best to stay safe in the sun this summer, and all year round.

Did you know:

- That it takes a chemical sunscreen (a formulation that protects the skin by absorbing the sun’s rays) at least 30 minutes to start working?

If you’re in a rush, choose a mineral option.

- It only takes one incidence of sunburn that blisters before the age of 20 to double your lifetime chance of melanoma.

- Although your make-up may contain an SPF, it may not offer UVA protection – that is, protection from the rays that cause premature ageing. Check the packaging.

- Babies less than six months old must be kept in the shade at all times as they don’t yet make melanin.

- No sunscreen can offer 100 per cent protection against burning. Opt for a broad spectrum formulation that protects against both UVA and UVB rays, with an SPF30.

- Reapply often and make sure you use at least two tablespoons every time.

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EVENT: Christmas festival

It was starting to feel a lot like a holly jolly Christmas at The Marketplace in Blenheim on last Thursday evening with entertainment from locals and street performers for the annual Christmas Festival.

Mum Lute Fili with daughters Hola (4) and Saane (2).

Cliff and Diane Sayers.

Out & About Have an event ? contact The Sun

Stella (8) and Skye (6) Dick.

Apprish Kaur, Jag Singh, Tamanna Shaema and Skindel Kaur.

EVENT: Summer Beer Festival

Dylan and Issy Stewart with Gemma Bishell.

Ashley, Marcus and Val Lindmets.

Samantha Ehrlich and Tania Randall enjoying the atmosphere at the Summer Beer Fest.

Ben and Cara Wealthall enjoying the live music.

A big crowd turned out on a sunny Saturday evening for the Dodson Street Beer Garden Summer Beer Fest. Live music and a German-style buffet kept the crowd happy as they sampled the variety of beers on tap.

Brian Thiele and John Pontague at the Summer Beer Fest.

“It’s a convenience thing”

Hot Food & Cold Drinks Available All Day • Hot Coffee • Renwick Pies • Jimmy’s Pies • Hot Chips • Heaps, heaps more!

We are open till 11pm right though the holidays including Christmas Day

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EMBALMER/FUNERAL DIRECTOR’S ASSISTANT The above full time role has arisen to join our dedicated, compassionate and friendly team at Geoffrey T Sowman’s in Blenheim, the hub of sunny Marlborough.

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Preferred attributes required: • Professional and customer-focussed attitude • High standard of presentation • Excellent written and oral skills • Time management skills • Ability to multi-task • Computer competency • Current driver’s licence • Team player Please apply in own handwriting, with a current Curriculum Vitae, by Thursday 17 January 2019 to: The Manager Geoffrey T Sowman Funeral Directors P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240 Or scan/email to barry.holmwood@sowmansfunerals.co.nz

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The Topographical Boundaries of O’Kahukura’nui are still intact As Aboriginal Title was never EXTINGUISHED “Hai” KIERAN CHRISTOPHER of family Venning Lawful Sovereign Being: Mana’Tangata, Mana’whenua Reserves “All Of Our God Given Inalienable Rights: All Customary Rights without Reservation” ©

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Public Notices

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Community notices The Blenheim Depression Support Group We now meet at the Baptist Church Hall, Beaver Road, Blenheim. Every Wednesday 10am-11.30am. For more details please phone The Baptist Church on 5783676 or Barb on 0277372403.

Craft Fair, Havelock Town Hall.

December 31, January 1 and 2. 10am-4pm daily.

Free entry. Supporting Simply the Breast Dragon Boat Team.

Havelock Lions Stocking Filler Market.

Saturday December 22. 9am-1pm. Christmas trees, preserves, gifts, plants, baking and much more. Sites available $5. Phone Ian 5742558.

Sheets 'N Things, 2A Redwood Street.

Christmas greetings to all our customers. We have many beads, charms, jewellery and honey for last minute stocking fillers.

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POWELL, Ian John (Tommy): Passed away on Monday December 17, 2018, peacefully at his home in Nelson with his family at his side. In his 50th year. Most dearly loved and cherished only son of Maureen and the late Tom, dearly loved and cherish brother and brother-in-law of Deborah and Stephen; a loved and legendary “Uncle Road Rat” to Thomas, Ned, and Lucy. A dearly loved nephew and cousin, and friend of many. A heartfelt thanks to the kind, caring and compassionate support and love shown to Ian by the teams at both Nelson Tasman Hospice and Nurse Maude. Messages may be sent to 682 Waihopai Valley Road, RD 6, Blenheim 7276. A funeral service for Ian will be held at the Church of the Nativity, Alfred Street, at 11am on Saturday December 22, followed by interment at Upper Wairau Cemetery.

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

POWELL, Geoffrey (Geoff): Denyse, Graeme and Cherilyn would like to sincerely thank everyone who has sent cards, their condolences, and given us support when our dearest dad passed away recently. "You'll always be with us dad, like a handprint on our hearts."

REEVES, Dallas Leon: Family says thanks. Thank you to the Blenheim community for all the kindness and support we have received. Thank you to everyone who thought to send a card, messages, flowers, baking meals.

We are humbled by the number of people who have gone out of their way to show their love and support.

Thank you again. The Reeves family.

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HILLIARD, Douglas (Dougie): Eldest son of Pam and Barry, brother to Bruce and wife Stephanie, father of Alixandria, Victoria and Michael. Stolen from us by Cancer 19th December 2018.

Deeply Loved and missed by his family and friends. "Memories are forever and cherised".

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CAMPBELL, John Lindsay: On Thursday December 13, 2018, died peacefully at Hospice Marlborough, with his dearly loved wife holding his hand and surrounded with his loved ones. A loving Dad to all his children. Loved Poppa John of his grandchildren and great grandchildren. A friend of many. Messages may be sent to the Campbell Family, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240. In accordance with John’s wishes, a family farewell service has been held.

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

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Urgent Care Centre: Wairau Hospital Grounds. Entry off Hospital Rd, Blenheim, 8am8pm daily. Phone (03) 520 6377.

Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non urgent 579 4870.

A f t e r H o u rs C h e m i s t s : Springlands Pharmacy: Monday - Friday 8.30am - 6pm, Saturday & Sunday 9am - 5pm, Public Holidays 10am - 5pm. Closed Christmas Day. Ph 578 2271.

Community Care Pharmacy: Within the Blenheim Warehouse, open 7 days 9am-8pm. Only closed Christmas Day. Lifeline Marlborough: 0800 543354, 24hr helpline.

M a r l b o r o u g h Wo m e n ' s Refuge, Rape and Sexual Abuse Resource Centre: Crisis line, phone Wairau Hospital 520 9999, for Women's Refuge contact numbers.

Citizens Advice Bureau: Free, friendly, confidential advice.

Mon - Fri 9.30am - 4pm. Phone 578 4272.

Victim Support: 0800 VICTIM (0800 842 846) Wairau Hospital: Hospital Visiting Hours: Daily 11.30am7.30pm, children under 12 may visit parents only.

Maternity Ward: 10am-noon, 4pm-7pm.

Children's Ward: Daily 10am8pm. Visiting at all times is subject to the discretion of the nurse in charge of the ward.

Marlborough Family Budgeting: Free confidential budgeting advice. Monday-Friday 10am3pm. Phone 578 2006.

Picton: Ambulance: Urgent 111. Nonurgent 579 4870.

Chemist: Picton Healthcare Pharmacy. Ph 573 6420 Mon -Fri 8.30-5.30pm, Sat 9-2pm.

Medical Centre Pharmacy, Ph 928 4265, Mon-Fri 8am-5.30pm

LAWLOR, Keith Nicholas: On Sunday December 16, 2018 peacefully at Hospice Marlborough with his wife Annabelle, and friend Val at his side.

Loved father and father-in-law of Dianne and Greg (Sydney), Shaun and Martina (Gore), and Warren and Annie (Sydney). Loved Grandad of Denby and Hanna. Messages may be sent to 70A Muller Road, Blenheim 7201.

Special thanks to Wairau Hospital and Hospice Marlborough for their care and support. Thanks also to Val Wilson, Shirley and Terry Hoar, and Roselin Wilks. At Keith’s request, a private cremation has taken place.

Respectfully cared for by GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 JAMES, Kevin: On Saturday December 15, 2018 unexpectedly at his home in Blenheim. Aged 61 years.

Dearly loved Dad of Jessica, Kennedy, and Olivia. Much loved brother of Liz. Partner of Karen, and former husband of Melanie. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be sent to KidsCan Charitable Trust, P O Box 31-646, Milford, Auckland 0741, or online https://www.kidscan.org.nz/ get-involved/one-off-donations or made at the service. Messages may be sent to the James Family, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240 (or email to jessicaellan13@gmail.com). A funeral and farewell service for Kevin will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, at 12 noon on Friday December 21, followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.

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Classic Seagulls cause a buzz The Seagull outboard boat motor, a small two-stroke, one-cylinder, petrol engine produced between 1931 and 1996 is still popular with some boaties.

And recently Havelock Seagull fans staged the inaugural Te Hoiere Seagull fun run, with six entries starting off at the Havelock launching ramp, motoring up the Te Hoiere river to Kowhai terrace, and back to the Marina.

The vessels taking part ranged from a classic clinker dingy, hydroplane, rubber duckies, waka ama, to a streamlined catamaran.

There was a lot of fun and laughter as competitors kept their boats and the mighty Seagull motors going with an enterprising and competitive spirit that will ensure this will become an annual event.

Sponsors were Town & Country Builders Ltd, Havelock Hotel, Bow to Stern, Port Marlborough, Sneaky Beach Café & bakery and Pirimoana Holdings.

The Havelock harbour master and starting marshal briefed all the crews

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Cuddon cycling Cuddon Cycling Marlborough meets at 5.30pm this evening at Athletic Park for track training and coaching for all riders. Come and try this exciting sport.

Suitable for age 10 upwards. Plenty of track bikes available for newcomers.

All riders most welcome.

On Monday meet at 5.30pm at Athletic Park for track cycling. Warmup and setup from 5.30pm, racing from 6pm. Open and junior events.

Track bikes available. Suitable for age 10 upwards.

On Wednesday meet at 6.30pm at the Wither Hills Winery, New Renwick Road, for the Summernite road series. Stage Race No 3 (35km). Please assemble at 6pm.

Open $5 Junior $3. All riders welcome.

Veterans golf results

Wayne Griffiths with Scoby Doo.

Results from recent matches played at the Marlborough Golf Club.

December 12, Diana Pye stableford: Janet Leith 45; Gloria Rodgers 41; June Maslin 38; Mary Ann Jacobson 38; Louise Pearce 38; Helen Lissaman 38; Pru Jensen 38.

December 13, men’s stableford,m div.1: Jock Glennie 46; Bede O’Malley 43; Malcolm Pettigrew 43; Hans Blohm 41; Terrence Loomis 41; Paul Roughan 39; Julian Terry 39. Div.2: John McIntosh 44; Colin Marsden 43; Rex Scoble 43; John Davis 42; Tony Armstrong 41; Lyndsay Burrow 39; Charles Leith 38; Brian Chippendale 38; Peter Gurr 38; Stuart Parker 38.

December 15, women’s stableford: June Maslin 44; Denise Pickering 37; Marilyn Keenan 37; Belinda Sprott 36. Men’s stableford. Div.1: Bede O’Malley 41; Geoffrey Sprott 39; Paul Silke 38; Hans Blohm 38; Kerry Fyfe 38; James Tyson 37; Andrew Stowell 37; Mike MacLeod 37. Div.2: Robert Hille 42; Jock Glennie 39; Terrence Loomis 39; Dave Knappstein 39; Lyndsay Burrow 39; Brian Burgess 38; Brent Flintoff 37; Stuart Smith 37.

December 16, men’s stableford: Peter Franks 43; Har Eradus 40; Peter Diack 39; Steve Young 38.

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and ensured they didn’t break the harbour board “no wake zone,” and support boat crew, Jason, Alistair, Gareth and Dylan and the Bow to Stern team ensured all health and safety needs were met. Thanks to official photographer Robert & Simon who lived streamed the event on periscope app., making it available to a worldwide audience.

Results: Graham Smith with the Krusty Krab 1; Wayne Griffiths with Scoby Doo the hydroplane 2; Bob Dawber and his four legged first mate on the Ruby K 3; Ant Richie with the Piping Graham Smith with the Krusty Krab.

Ant Catamaran 4; Roy and Bruce from Auckland on the Jolly Roger 5.

Engine malfunction prevented Hudson and his waka ama, the Seagull Flyer, from completing the race.

Special thanks to our kaumatua Blue Duncan, for his support of the event and the blessing of the food at the Havelock Hotel.

Footage of the start and finish can be downloaded from the Periscope app.

The next challenge for the Te Hoiere Seagull Fleet will be in February from the Havelock Marina, around Twiddles Bob Dawber and his four legged first mate on the Ruby K. Island, and back.

Ant Richie with the Piping Ant Catamaran.

Harrier Club events Rarangi Christmas golf

The Marlborough Harriers Club summer runners continues on Thursday with a pack run on the Wither Hills. All meet at the Rifle Range car park off Forest Park Drive at 6pm.

Everyone is welcome to participate.

These runs are non-competitive and are made as enjoyable as possible. Join in and run all events or just the ones you want to. The cost is $2 per week or $20 for the season (families $25 for the season).

On Thursday January 10 there is a pack run from the Fairhall Cemetery at 6pm.

Everyone is welcome to participate.

Online entries are now open for the King and Queen of the Withers on January 5. Online entries close on January 3. On the day entries open from 7am on January 5. Great prizes.

See you all there.

Results from the Rarangi ITM 4BBB Christmas golf tournament played on December 15.

Mixed pairs: 1st Marg McLeod/Jerome January 46; 2nd Paula Bavin / Blair Bavin 44; 3rd Janet Laing / Bruce Verry 43; 4th Bridget Quaife/ Mike Garrett 43; 5th Jo Rainbird/Sam Rainbird 43; 6th Sue Lang /Gordon Lang 42; 7th David Robertson / Trish Robertson 42; 8th Pat Olliver/ Ray Tomlinson 42; 9th Tracy Bary/Iain Berrie; 10th, Carla Heppelthwaite 39.

Men’s pairs: 1st Ezra Kahak/David Lightfoot 46; 2nd Hans Bloemberg /Dennis Wye 43; 3rd Owen Gibbs/Ian Hale 42; 4th Jim Thomas/Greg Thomas 42; 5th Chas Craig/Allan Scott 39; 6th Nick Thomson/Terry Grant 39.

December 16, stroke/nett medal: 1st Nick Thomson 70; 2nd Shane Grant 71; 3rd Bruce Verry 72; 4th Terry Allen 73; 5th James Tyson 73; 6th Gordon Lang 73; 7th Paul Silk 73; 8th Ezra Kahaki 74; 9th Jerome January 74; 10th Cyril Dawson 78.

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Results from the Marlborough Veterans Golf Association tournament played at Marlborough Golf Club on December 10.

Individual: 1 Ken Bennett (Marlborough) 42; 2 Hans Blohm (Marlborough) 41; 3 Warren Robertson (Picton), Jon Nicol (Marlborough) 40; 5 Trevor McGarry (Marlborough), Tim Rutledge (Marlborough), Mike McConnell (Blenheim), Colin Marsden (Marlborough), Peter Alloway (Wairau Valley) 39; 9 Don Elley (Marlborough) 38; 10 Graeme Barsanti (Marlborough), Ross Agnew (Blenheim), Roy Te Keeti (Picton), Richard Anderson (Marlborough) 37.

Team: 1s Marlborough #1: Ian N ew p or t , H ans B l o hm , B rian Chippindale and Trevor McGarry; 2nd Picton # 1 and Marlborough #3; 3rd Marlborough #3.

The next tournament is on Monday, January 7, at the Marlborough Golf Club.

Picton golf Results from recent matches played at the Picton Golf Club.

December 13: Barry Nitz 45; Gary Aldridge 40; Ron Jones 38; Alan Wilson 38; Ian Johnson 37.

December 14, 9 holes scrambled eggs: Mary Butler 22; Joan Gabara 18; Beth Arnold-Johnson 16; Odette Roper, Lynette Pawson 14. John Nelson 16; Colin Roper 14

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Wednesday December 19, 2018

Margaret Marfell celebrates her 90th

Renwick Anglican Church minister Joe Keighley welcomes the public along to the Renwick Christmas Tree Festival.

Christmas tree festival open to public

By Celeste Alexander The nostalgic smell of Christmas trees fills the Renwick Anglican Church Hall, thanks to the 50 odd decorated trees on display.

This is the fourth year that the church has held the festival which sees local community and business groups decorate trees inside.

The festival is open during the day and night and

available to view from now through to Christmas Eve, from 10am to 10pm.

Minister Joe Keighley says in the first year the festival was held, around 250 people went to view the display, a number that has already been trumped this year.

“We have had a great response this year and already had close to 300 people through since last

Thursday,” Joe says.

New this year is a screen near the stage with Christmas carols projected onto it.

“It just adds that special touch,” Joe says.

Entry is free however visitors are given an opportunity to donate to the work of Tearfund and their support of international communities and individuals in need.

Margaret Marfell celebrated her 90th birthday on Saturday with family and friends at the Taylor Restaurant in the Clubs of Marlborough.

Margaret is well known in the Marlborough community, a long time member of the Beavertown Blenheim Lions Club

since 1993, and has been the worthy recipient of many awards over the years for her charitable efforts. She is often seen at the Springlands mall doing her shift on a stall or collection for the Lions Club!

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