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Remy’s big fish

By Bill McElhinney Young Remy Bourgeois, aged six, loves fishing “He just loves it,” Mum Lisa says.

“If you ask him what he wants to do, he’ll always say: ‘Let’s go fishing!’”

And Remy recently landed a fish at the Wairau Diversion that would be the envy of many a seasoned angler – a 13lb (6.5kg), 74cm long sea-run salmon.

Remy caught and landed the fish, which was nearly as big as him, all by himself.

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Six-year-old Remy Bourgeois cradles the 13lb salmon he landed recently at the Wairau Diversion.

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Young angler lands salmon at Diversion Continued from page 1.

Dad Paul was also there, and may have been a bit envious, but also proud, of his son’s catch, Lisa says.

Remy and Paul are both keen fishermen, and Remy’s brother Luke, eight, also tags along.

“We’d been out the day before and caught some kahawai,” Remy says.

“Then we were out early the next morning when we caught the salmon. I was using a silver zed spinner, and it didn’t take long to land the fish once it was on.”

Remy caught his first fish when he was just three years old, Lisa says, and he’s had the fishing bug ever since.

“If Paul gets up at 5am to go fishing, he’ll give Remy a call and he’ll be right there, no matter how tired he is,” Lisa says.

Remy’s big salmon went home, where Paul filleted it.

“We had some friends around for a barbecue to celebrate that evening, and one fillet fed 11 people,” Lisa says.

“The rest is in the freezer.”

Young fishermen Remy and Luke Bourgeios are looking forward to their next fishing expedition.

One fillet from Remy's big salmon fed 11 people at a barbecue.

around 400-600 fish. There could be up to a 1000 fish in a good year.

Salmon fishing on the Wairau River is allowed

downstream of the State Highway 63 Wash Bridge.

The river is closed to salmon fishing above Wash Bridge.

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The salmon are running up the rivers at the moment, Vaughan Lynn from Nelson-Marlborough Fish and Game says.

The salmon come back up the river to spawn, after which they will die.

After five or six months the fish migrate back out to sea, where they grow really fast, Vaughan says.

“They come back after about three years, usually around February and March,” Vaughan says.

“The best time to catch them is early morning or in the evening, usually on a high tide.”

Vaughan says there has always been a small salmon run in the Wairau River but it has remained relatively unknown.

He believes the salmon run in the Wairau has increased over the last decade and more anglers have become aware of it and were now targeting the species.

Data from spawning counts over the last seven years, together with catch reports, suggest the annual Wairau River salmon run will be

The new bullock to be displayed outside the Renwick Museum will be unveiled on Saturday.

By Bill McElhinney The Renwick Museum’s new outside display may become a national tourist attraction.

Last September a drunk driver crashed his car in front of the museum, destroying a historic bullock and dray display that had stood there for over 50 years.

The dray was 100 years old and had recently been refurbished and museum stalwarts Ray and Sandra Welburn were devastated by the damage.

“The dray was completely destroyed,” Sandra says.

“But out of adversity, good things

have come!”

A replacement dray has come from the Marlborough Vintage Farm Machinery Society at Brayshaw Park, but the main attraction will be a new bullock which has been designed and made by Paul Sherwood of Mad Metal Art and Engineering.

“It’s been designed in a steampunk style and is something really unique,” Paul says.

“It’s made of bits from around the district, incorporating pieces from the forestry, wine, early farming and engineering industries.”

“It will be a real head-turner,”

Sandra says.

“It’s the sort of thing that will attract a lot of attention, and hopefully people from outside the district will want to come and have a look.”

The steampunk bullock will be unveiled on Saturday at 3pm.

The Renwick Summer Concert is also being held on Saturday at the Renwick Domain, with free entertainment for the whole family, live music on the main stage and inflatables and face painting for youngsters. There will even be virtual helicopter tours using the latest in drone technology.

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Limousine fire suspicious A limousine which caught fire on a Marlborough river bank on Wednesday afternoon has been deemed suspicious.

Fire and Emergency received the call about 12.10pm and two fire crews from Rarangi and one from Blenheim attended the blaze, which spread into dry grass.

The fire was near Neal Rd and Thomas Rd on the eastern side of the Wairau River Diversion bridge.

Police were making enquiries with the owner.

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John Orchard plays the role of a Victorian era schoolmaster during the Heritage Day display at Brayshaw Park on Wednesday.

Class act back at Park

By Bill McElhinney School started again this week and hundreds of Marlborough children went back to modern, air conditioned classrooms.

Parents and grandparents who often say “It wasn’t like that in my day!” can take their families on a trip to the past at Brayshaw Park on Wednesday, Waitangi Day. Historical Society stalwart and former Marlborough Boys College teacher, John Orchard, will be in the carefully assembled 1890s primary school classroom at the Park, with its blackboards, wooden desks, slates and inkwells.

John will run two 45-minute sessions at the classroom, one at

11am and one at 1.30pm, where he will take people back to the days when their grandparents and great-grandparents were at school.

“The desks, most of which have been rescued from old Marlborough schools, can tell stories,” John says.

“Some of them bear the carved initials of some of Marlborough’s noted families.”

Straps, canes, a dunce hat, old leather schoolbags, books, maps and a wind-up clock paint a picture of a bygone era.

“You didn’t have to mow the playing field in those days,” John says.

“Kids came to school on their ponies, which were tethered

outside and ate the grass.

“There was no school on Mondays because girls stayed home and helped their mums on washing day. It was practical home economics.

“The boys spent time with their dads and learned how to chop wood, catch and skin a rabbit – they learned practical skills.”

Among the displays on the wall are the 1872 “Rules for Teachers,” which include: “Fill the lamps and clean the chimneys.”

“Men teachers may have one evening a week for courting.”

“Women teachers who marry will be dismissed.”

“The thing with heritage is it

reminds us of where we’ve come from and how we’ve progressed,” John says.

The classroom display was a popular drawcard last year, with each session full, so get there early if you want a seat!

All the heritage societies at Brayshaw Heritage Park will be open to the public on Heritage Day, plus there will be outdoor displays of vintage cars and machinery, competitions for children, craft demonstrations and refreshments for sale.

The popular miniature railway and Riverside Railway will also be running.

Heritage Day runs from 10am to 4pm, entry by gold coin donation.

A jack-up platform for oil exploration is going to be stopping by Admiralty Bay, near French Pass and D’Urville Island in the Marlborough Sounds, on its way to Taranaki.

The platform is leased by gasexploration company OMV and was due to appear in the bay at the end of this week.

The platform is being shipped from Singapore to the sheltered port before being towed up the west coast of the North Island.

The platform would be carrying out maintenance and optimisation work on the Pohokura B platform.

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Maori Night Market on Tuesday

By Megan Connolly After two successful Te Pataka o Wairau Night Markets, the Maori night is back for another evening of entertainment on Tuesday night from 4 to 8pm in Seymour Square.

The popular event was held in March and September last year, showcasing local talent, Maori businesses and the community with great success.

“The interest and support shown at the markets have been amazing,” spokesperson Dr Lorr Eade says.

What better way to recognise the signing of Te Tiriti o Waitangi than to celebrate with your whanau and seeing what’s going on in your community.

“Te Pataka o Wairau Night Market provides a platform for

emerging Maori businesses to introduce their products,” Lorr says.

Maori television presenter Sonny Ngatai will be hosting the evening. He will be accompanied by many local entertainers such as Carolyn Tipene, Tui Caldwell, DJ Bex and kapa haka groups.

It’s an event for the whole family.

“Bring a picnic blanket and come and enjoy some kai and be entertained,” Lorr says.

It was so popular last year they ran out of kai.

“The looks on people’s faces as they try their first kina, the huge line up for the fried bread, and the smiles on people’s faces as they watch our kapa haka and entertainers make it all worthwhile.”

Students from Marlborough Girls' College performed at the Maori Night Market in September last year to a large crowd. Another night market is being held in Seymour Square on Tuesday evening.

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He korero no te Kaunihera o Wairau NEWS FROM THE MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT COUNCIL

Water saving applauded Marlborough residents are being thanked for keeping their water use down during the recent hot and dry weather.

Council’s Operations and Maintenance Engineer Stephen Rooney says those who voluntarily conserve water help the wider community because Council does not have to impose wider water restrictions.

“The Renwick community is well practiced in voluntary water conservation – they’ve been

doing it over the last two summers and it’s great to see the rest of Marlborough follow their lead.

“Simple steps like irrigating crops and gardens early in the morning or late in the evening, taking a shorter shower and avoiding washing the car all make a big difference,” he says.

People are encouraged to keep conserving water for the foreseeable future.

Blenheim pipe repairs Repairs to Blenheim’s underground pipes are continuing with the relining of over two kilometres of the sewer network.

Council Operations and Maintenance Engineer Stephen Rooney said eight sections of sewer pipe were damaged in the 2016 earthquake, across different parts of town.

Over the next three months pipes in Park Terrace, Lybster Street, High Street, Arthur Street, Pitchell Street, Henry Street, Grove Road and Hutcheson Street will all receive some much needed TLC. Work on this stage of the project is scheduled to be completed by April.

The $1.5 million project is being carried out by Reline NZ Ltd (Hydrotech) and is the first stage of a 20 kilometre repair

Future-proofing Caseys Creek Work on the first phase of an upgrade to Caseys Creek, which runs alongside Old Renwick Road, is underway.

The project will increase the creek’s ability to take stormwater for the North West Development Zone of Blenheim (north of Old Renwick Road), which will eventually provide an estimated 720 houses over the next 50 years.

Grant Hood Contracting Ltd has been onsite since December 2018 and will complete a section of work along the creek stretching from the Rose Manor housing development through to the stop bank at Lansdowne Park. Work includes stabilising the creek edge and replacing four private crossings with box culverts that have the capacity to manage the increased stormwater flow.

Downstream of Waipuna Street the channel will also be stabilised and widened to triple its existing width. Six private crossings will be upgraded to 1.8m round pipes.

This part of the project, including landscape planting of native plants, is due to be completed by the end of August.

The second phase of the project, which is

programme across Blenheim and Picton over the next ten years.

Late last year work was carried out to reline and strengthen a 100 year-old stormwater pipe in High Street.

Night market celebrates all things Maori yet to be contracted, will involve upgrading the outfall through the stop bank at Lansdowne Park and Caseys Creek through to the Opaoa River. This work is scheduled for summer 2019/20.

Waitangi Day Council service hours Marlborough District Council’s Blenheim office is closed from 5.00 pm on Tuesday 5 February and reopens at 8.00 am on Thursday 7 February 2019.

Refuse, recycling and kerbside collections Kerbside refuse and recycling collection due for pick up on Waitangi Day, Wednesday 6 February will be collected on Tuesday 5 February.

Please have your recycling crate and Council rubbish bags placed on the kerb by 7.30 am.

The Resource Recovery Centre, Re-use

Centre and transfer stations will be open as per a normal weekday.

The landfill will be open between 8.00 am and midday only.

Marlborough District Council Blenheim Office Wednesday 6 February – CLOSED. Marlborough District Library and Picton Library and Service Centre Wednesday 6 February – CLOSED. Bus Service There is no service on Wednesday 6 February.

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Te Pataka o Wairau Night Market, held in Seymour Square in Waiharakeke / Blenheim this Tuesday night, herald’s Wairau / Marlborough’s Waitangi Day commemorations.

The market has proved popular with locals and visitors, showcasing local Maori businesses and products including food, art, craft and entertainment.

Mayor John Leggett says it’s a great initiative and an enjoyable event.

“Te Pataka o Wairau (Storehouse of Wairau) Night Market is an evening for everyone to celebrate Te Ao Maori and

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experience the uniqueness of Wairau heritage and traditional local kai. It’s a true collaboration of the three iwi and as a partnership, it supports shared priorities.”

The event is organised under the Korowai of Rangitane o Wairau, Ngati Rarua o Wairau and Ngati Toa o Wairau and is open to everyone to attend. A Council community grant of $5000 was provided to help the market cover its event management costs.

To join in the fun, head along to Seymour Square on Tuesday 5 February from 4.00 pm and 8.00 pm.

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The Sun Thank you Thanks to the two men who gave me assistance at the “Over the tracks” market last Saturday.

Saw a seagull beating against a southerly, plastic bag entwined around it’s leg ballooning behind it, like a parachute acting as a brake on a jet landing on an Aircraft carrier.

Poor thing would make small headway then the bag would drag it back over and over till weakened.

It turned across the wind and headed toward town this time flying sideways. Very sad with a bad outcome for the bird I’m sure.

Plant theft

What happened?

Whatever happened to the pleasant bikie looking fellow & his colourful walking companion up the Withers in the mornings? So boring without their cheery good mornings!

To the low life that comes on my property and pulls out plants I have just put in, what else do you steal from people. Anything you get your hands on I bet.

Go figure

Driving in Blemishville Hey it’s a local habit, we’re world class autonauts. Arrows aren’t traffic lights. Stop Signs, lets me send texts or do lipstick, and Give Way is a challenge to get other vehicles brake for the gap.

Indicator-just extend the middle finger to anyone who dares honk, especially in my nice company vehicle, so what’s the problem?

Just learn to Blen(de)in. Excuse the puns. lol.

Banning plastic bags at supermarkets to help the environment. The majority of people used these as kitchen bin liners.

Now consumers have to buy bags which are still plastic but invariably thicker/bigger and will take longer to disintegrate. So consumers have this expense now but supermarkets save.

Go figure.

I am very fearful for myself and others with mobility issues when either coming out of a shop entrance or using a footpath which can easily result in near collisions with kids on bikes or scooters.

They are going flat out and the elderly or those with disability issues have no protection.

After all this Council has done in providing bike lanes, how about banning bikes and scooters on CBD footpaths for health and safety reasons, as well as common sense?

Fireworks ARE BANNED This means DO NOT LIGHT FIREWORKS. If you know of someone/somebody lighting them - Dial 111 police and let them know where it is and the Police will do the rest.

Don’t be afraid to speak out. Less fires the better.

The person who is doing this needs their head checked.

Bus shelter The bus shelter at iSite does nothing, wind goes through. Stupid design, what’s the cost.

Heartless To the person that hit a cat at 6 oclock on the morning of 23rd of Jan in Faulkand drive.

Thanks for leaving him on the road. You could have picked him up and put him on the curb.

He is going to be sadly missed. You are a heartless person.

Ruled by computers Re: Google. As far as being so arrogant as to suggesting pensioner googles what’s on at Easter. Not everyone lets their lives be ruled by computers.

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Walking Slow

Speed on the road To the bird brain on a fast bike speeding along the Taylor River shared walkway, you could move onto the grass, or even better “speed on the road” - you could become another collectable road statistic!

Get a life If you need old people and dog walkers to get out of your way when you ride on the footpath maybe you need to take your mountain bike on the grass. But no, wouldn’t want you to do that. You might get it dirty.

Like to see you go over my 40+kg dog, I know who would come off better. Get a life.

Walkway for everyone To whoever sent the txt about old people on the Taylor river walkway, shame on you, the walkway is for everyone, not just fast bikers.

Take your chances on the road if you find the paths cluttered. Show some tolerance for others.

Right of way

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We pay these careful attention each week before print.

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Go around, people walking have the right of way on the footpath.

Common courtesy

Fireworks Bike and scooter free CBD?

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Re: Walking slow

What a sad arrogant attitude you have on your fast bike. And I hope if you ever make it to a grand old age you’ll remember this sad statement you once made in ignorance.

Common courtesy you always give way to the slowest. Are you unable to go around on the grass. None of us get out alive. Your turn will come one day if you live long enough.

Our aged have every right to be out exercising and enjoying life and dogs are a life line to their owners. Get a life.

Ideal for old and young Thought Taylor River walkway ideal place for old & young! Hope fast biker never gets old!

Can’t they bike on grass around folk.

How selfish How arrogant and selfish to object to old people walking on walkway.

Where are the cyclists parents and grandparents? They have my sympathy shut inside.

Re: Walking slow What cheek Slow walkers & dogs on Taylor pass PUBLIC walkway. I just read this and laughed at what a cheek of cyclist.

I have other places to walk so don’t choose this place for my own reasons. Have you ever thought how much us motorists have to put up with you cyclist’s on roads? You don’t pay rego. But you think you got as much right as a car (which you have...I know).

The writer of past txt have a thought for the olds that just want to go for a walk each day.

I believe all dogs should be on a lead no matter how docile. Instead of telling people to stay at home, why don’t you speed around Athletic Park then go for a walk Taylor pass.

Don’t be so selfish.

Pull your head in Fast biker? Arrogant prat! You will be old and slow yourself one day. Pull your woolly head in!

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The overnight event will be held at the Giesen Sports and Events Centre in Renwick from Saturday 4pm until 6am Sunday.

It’s an inspirational event organised by the Cancer Society Marlborough where teams take turns running or walking in a relay-style event around the track for 14 hours, while live music and entertainment keep the spirits high.

This year they want to hit a fundraising target of $75000 to make sure Cancer Society Marlborough can still provide the free support services and information for those going through cancer treatment.

So far they have raised $27,000 before the relay has even begun.

Registrations have been extended until February 7 due to a

high level of interest.

So you still have time to get a team together and enter, Relay for Life organiser Emily Taylor says.

If you don’t have a team, don’t fret! There are still other ways to show your support.

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PVC lining means new life for old, damaged sewer mains

By Bill McElhinney When we flush the toilet, it’s nice to know the waste is going safely to the right place.

Except in some cases, it’s not.

Serious earthquake damage to a sewer main under Third Lane, between the Westpac and Bank of New Zealand branches, was discovered last year by Marlborough District Council staff.

Sewage from the damaged main is leaking into groundwater and flowing underground into the Taylor River.

Plans are being made to replace the sewer main, although working a narrow area is posing a challenge.

In the meantime, the council has begun a programme of re-lining earthenware sewer pipes around town, laid from the 1930s to the 1950s.

Council’s operations and maintenance engineer, Stephen Rooney, says they plan to gradually re-line all the old earthenware pipes, many of which were damaged in the Kaikoura earthquake.

A three-month programme to re-line approximately 2.3km of damaged sewer pipeline across eight different Blenheim sites was started this week.

Staff from Reline NZ, a division of Hydrotech, began on Wednesday in Arthur Street.

“It’s a technology that came originally from Japan,” Hydrotech chief operating officer Dave Neru says.

“The EX lining system involves the expansion of a continuous coil of specially formulated PVC pipe

to form a tight fitting liner within lining. The pipe then forms a tight the existing pipe. fitting structural liner within the “The linings are designed to existing host pipe. provide a stand-alone structural “It’s basically putting a new pipe liner, providing the same strength inside an old pipe.” Dave says. and durability of a new PVC pipe, “And the new pipe is more without the need to dig the whole flexible, so will better withstand sewer line up.” any movement, and there are no A specially formulated and joints. So it should give the sewer softened PVC pipe is winched line at least another 50 years of into the sewer through the exist- life.” ing access chambers.

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World first IoT farming tech trial in NZ

A pioneering arable farming tech trial is expected to make a quantum leap to help boost New Zealand’s primary export revenue.

New Zealand has a low understanding of how the internet of things (IoT) can assist with farm management and sustainability and adoption of precision agriculture techniques also remains low.

New Zealand’s primary industry export revenue is forecast to reach $43.8 billion for the year to June 2019, an increase of 2.5

percent from 2018.

The IoT tech trial at Kowhai Farm is a New Zealand IoT Alliance pilot in collaboration with the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE).

The pilot aims to demonstrate that with the better use of digital technologies New Zealand primary sector businesses will be more productive and more competitive irrespective of their size or the sector they are operating in, according to NZ IoT Alliance executive director Kriv Naicker

“Worldwide, the adoption and implementation of precision agriculture has become possible because of the development of sophisticated sensors, robots and sensor networks combined with procedures to link mapped variables to appropriate farming management actions.”

“Sensors, either wired or wireless, integrated into an IoT system gather essential data needed for cost effective and sustainable farm management,” Kriv says.

The pilot is showcasing the

technology needed for precision agriculture methods and techniques in a hands-on pilot demonstration that will be monitored and evaluated by the foundation.

“The trial aims to get farmers to see the value in deploying technology which is rapidly evolving and we feel that 2019 could be the tipping point for New Zealand and the farming export sector,” Kriv says.

For more information contact NZ IoT Alliance executive director Kriv Naicker on 021 848637

A farming tech trial is expected to make a leap to help boost New Zealand’s primary export revenue.

Farm Succession workshop to happen in Blenheim Farm succession is one of the pressing issues facing sheep and beef farmers with more than 50% of sheep and beef farms expected to change hands over the next decade.

A Red Meat Profit Partnership (RMPP) workshop on farm business transition and succession on April 9 aims to help farmers navigate what can often be a difficult process.

The free workshop will also be very relevant for people joining

the sector and aiming for farm business ownership.

Malcolm Bailey, chair of RMPP says there is an opportunity to help farmers work through these issues and plan for positive outcomes.

“Many farmers have said they find it hard to know where to start the conversation because of the emotional attachment they have to their farms and the tensions of handling significant assets, often with competing family interests.

“A key goal for RMPP is to help farmers through this process by providing information regarding succession options and ownership structures and sharing examples of successful outcomes,” Malcolm says.

Farmers will be provided with resources and advice to help them explore the range of options available to them as they look at entering or exiting farm business ownership.

Malcolm also noted the pos-

A free farm business transition and succession workshop will be held in Blenheim on April 9 to help farmers navigate these issues.

sibility of linking up people who are wanting to progress in the red meat sector with those who are wanting to exit.

The workshop has been developed following research by RMPP and discussions with farmers, rural professionals and young people keen to progress in the red meat sector.

The workshop will be held at Quality Hotel Marlborough, 20 Nelson Street, Blenheim.

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Friday 1 St Christopher’s Goodwill: Usual bargains including good used clothing, household goods, tools, and books. 9am-noon at the Church Hall, 92 Weld Street, Redwoodtown.

Wellington Sea Shanty Society: With rousing harmonies and raucous foot-stomping abound, sailors and landlubbers this is one not to miss.

7pm, a free event with koha/donations gladly accepted. Le Café, 12-14 London Quay, Picton.

Mrs Milligan’s Marvelous Marmalade And Other Spreads: Join the Havelock Theatre Company for their production of ‘Mrs Milligan’s Marvelous Marmalade And Other Spreads’. Featuring two recent oneact plays by Rick Edmonds. $10-$20.

Today and Saturday 8pm. Havelock Town Hall, corner Main Road and Inglis Street, Havelock.

Yealands Estate Marlborough Gallery: Exhibition on show Strong Women Standing Tall, an exhibition of artwork by artists inspired by “strong women”.

On until February 3. Opening hours 10.30am-4.30pm daily. Marlborough Arts Society, 204 High Street, Blenheim.

The Gallery Havelock: If you’re in the area drop by and check out all the artwork from Marlborough’s amazing artists. Open 10am-4pm, seven days a week. 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 2 Healthy Bastards Bush Pilot Champs: New Zealand’s premier national short take-off and landing, and precision landing competition. Entry by gold coin donation. 9am. Marlborough Aero Club, 121 Aerodrome Road.

Todo Amor Brazilian Jazz: Enjoy an afternoon of Jazz, Brazilian, Latin and funk music. Featuring the award winning trio from New York Nanny Assis, Maggie Gould and New Zealand’s own, Kevin Field. Free and live outdoors. 2pm-4pm. The Vines Village, 193 Rapaura Road.

The Chills: Don’t miss Iconic Kiwi band The Chills performing live with opening act Big Scout. 8pm-10:30pm. ASB Theatre Marlborough, 2 Hutcheson Street.

Renwick Summer Concert: Pack a picnic blanket and enjoy a summer evening out. With free entertainment for the whole family including live music, children’s zone and virtual helicopter tours. Food trucks will be

Blenheim Band Big Scout will be opening for The Chills at the ASB Theatre tomorrow night. Photo: Jim Tannock onsite. 4pm-7pm. Giesen Sports and Events Centre, 8 Uxbridge Street, Renwick. Donations accepted with all proceeds going to The Inspire Project.

Picton Sunset Kizouk Party: A night of Latin music and dancing including Kizomba, Zouk, Salsa, Bachata and a whole lot more. 9pm, with free entry, everyone welcome.

Le Cafe, 12-14 London Quay, Picton.

Chess: Every Saturday at Joocy Loocy Café, 35 Queen Street, 10am-1pm. Also Wednesdays at Clubs of Marlborough, Bridge room, 6.30pm-8pm.

Please bring your own board and pieces.

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.

Millennium Public Art Gallery: Exhibitions on show ‘A History of the Birds of New Zealand’ combining the passion and knowledge of ornithologist Walter Buller with the talents of artist J G Keulemans. On until March 16. Also ‘Far Too Close’ a solo exhibition of work by Jason McCormick exploring the thought of globalisation. On until March 17.

Millennium Public Art Gallery, corner of Alfred and Seymour Streets. Koha appreciated.

EcoWorld: EcoWorld Aquarium & Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre, Picton Foreshore.

Saturday & Sunday 9.30am-5.30pm.

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.

Gravel Grind 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 the tractor 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 3 The Waitaria Bay Tri+: A fun sporting event for all ages held in Waitaria Bay, in the beautiful Kenepuru Sounds. Options include a Red Deer Junior Tri and the Waitaria

Bay Tri+. Adults $15-$20, children free but will need a signed entry form.

Prize giving including trophies and spot prizes will follow event. Registration from 8am. Waitaria Bay foreshore Kenepuru Road, Waitaria Bay. Guided Kayaking: Celebrate World Wetlands Day by experiencing Grovetown Lagoon by kayak. Tours will run at 10am, 11.30am and 1pm. Kayaks and lifejackets provided. Bring clothes and shoes that you don’t mind getting wet, water and sunblock. Gold coin donation. Meet at the information panel, Steam Wharf Road, Grovetown. Bookings essential, contact Justine at johnsonmarlborough@gmail.com.

Cancellation date March 4.

Waikawa Tri Series Race 1: The Waikawa Tri Series is suitable for all levels. Enter for fun, fitness or competition. A short course and long course are available with triathlon and duathlon options as well as an open water swim. Registration from 8.30am, briefing at 9.50am and race starting at 10am. Waikawa Foreshore, Waikawa.

Ulysses Club Ride: Ride to Nelson Trafalgar Centre for “Shiny Side Up”. 9.30am 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 $12 Child $6 (Omaka $7

& $4). Sorry no Eftpos, cash only. Also running February 6, 10.30am-3pm.

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.

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: Te Pataka o Wairau Night Market: Enjoy a range of authentic Maori Arts and Crafts, and delicious kai. With kapa haka performances and DJ Bex. 4pm-8pm. Seymour Square. Tuesday, February 5.

Marlborough Quilters: An entertaining lecture with Lyric Kinard art quilter, international tutor and speaker. $5 entry with door sales available on the night. 7.30pm-9.30pm.

Blenheim Baptist Community Church, corner of High Street and Beaver Road.

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It’s a hot summer!: By Wally Richards February is our hottest month of the year and this year it is likely to be more so, with the heat coming across from Australia.

I have already had comments from gardeners that newly planted vegetable seedlings have bolted (gone to seed) not long after being planted.

The reason for this is that the plants have been stressed, likely through drying out too much in their punnets.

Then all the plants want to do is reproduce themselves as quickly as possible, as their lives have been threatened.

This can be used to advantage in flowering plants that will not flower for you. Give them a hard time, such as letting them run dry for a bit, and they will get the message and flower.

With a walnut tree that won’t fruit, hit the trunk a few times with the back of an axe. It will take that as a threat and next season flower and fruit.

Bougainvilleas are a flowering plant that will vegetate (grow wild) when there is ample food and water and not flower. Stop watering till they start to wilt and hey presto, you will get a great show.

There is another problem with plants such as pumpkin and zucchini only producing male flowers and no females, or the other way around.

Male flowers normally appear first in a season which some say is to attract bees to the garden as the male flowers produce nectar. Then under normal conditions a couple of weeks later along come the female flowers and hopefully a few males

to do the job.

Now that is a good theory, but it would indicate that the females do not produce nectar, which I find a bit hard to believe as it is the smell of nectar that attracts bees to the flowers.

Here is what I think is happening: when conditions are not so good only male flowers are created.

When conditions are very good, along comes a predominance of female flowers.

The optimum temperature for photosynthesis, the creation of carbohydrates by plants from sunlight, is 77°F (25°C).

In my glasshouses on a sunny day we hit up to 50 degrees C and even though the plants are using heaps of water in the Hydroflow systems they are growing in, they will be drooping in that heat as they can’t move sufficient moisture to the foliage to transpire and cool themselves.

My bitter melon vine and the watermelon and rock melon are producing only male flowers now.

Outside in a raised garden my squash plants are thriving with ample water and lots of manure and by far mostly female flowers are producers. In fact I am lucky to find the occasional male to use to hand pollinate the females.

For those having similar problems it would pay to plant squash, pumpkins and zucchini in different areas of the garden so the conditions are a bit varied and thus male flowers from one can be used to hand pollinate female flowers of others.

Now back to our vegetable seedlings. When purchasing vegetable seedlings look for the ones that are still on the small side, not the ones that are over grown in their containers.

The small ones are least likely to be stressed through lack of moisture at some time as their roots are still filling the growing area. On the other hand big seedlings with a big, cramped root zone are more likely to have been stressed and will, given a chance, go to seed shortly after being planted out.

I have even seen seedlings of pak choy for sale that have already started to flower in the punnets.

The Chinese cabbage types are very prone to going to seed and are best to grow from seed yourself in the situation where they will mature. This eliminates the stress of transplant shock.

On the other hand if you are buying annual flowering plants look for the biggest plants as they will have likely been stressed and once planted out will soon grow and flower, which is what you want.

When you purchase your young seedlings, take them home and place outside in an area that gets either morning sun or late afternoon sun.

Spray the seedlings with Vaporgard, as it puts a protective film over the foliage, helping the seedlings to get more energy from the sun, which aids their growth.

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Freelance writer, artist, President of the Marlborough Art Society.  If you could donate $1m to any charity who would you choose and why?

At this time of year, I would choose Women’s Refuge.

During this Christmas holiday period stress levels reach a peak for so many Kiwi families with at least 3,000 women and children seeking refuge from violence in the home.  When you have a bad day, what do you do to feel better?

Laughing helps! I agree with the piece of wisdom that says that life is too important to be taken seriously. Or contemplating the night sky and observing galaxies as they were aeons ago before their light reached us. That’s a jolly good cure for self-pity! If none of the above work, then there’s always the option of losing oneself in someone else’s life via a biography or trashy piece of fiction.  What’s the most beautiful place you’ve ever been?

I’ve given this question a lot of thought and really can’t give a definitive answer. All I can say is that what matters to me now is that the landscape of Marlborough has me totally enthralled.  What thing do you really wish you could buy right now?

There’s some property for sale

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MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT COUNCIL

Project Coordinator Endeavour Park Fixed Term (Parental Leave) Marlborough is recognised internationally as the centre of New Zealand’s wine industry and for the natural beauty of the Marlborough Sounds. As a unitary authority we look after Marlborough’s outstanding natural environment, investing in the region’s infrastructure, its people and its quality lifestyle.

Marlborough District Council is a dynamic, progressive organisation which prides itself on the professionalism it brings to managing a wide range of functions. One of these functions includes the effective management of Endeavour Park in Picton.

Council is looking for an experienced Project Coordinator to facilitate the operation of Endeavour Park. This is a Fixed Term role (Parental Leave).

To be considered for this role you should have: • A tertiary qualification in Recreation Management (would be an advantage) • Proven Project Management skills • The ability to develop strategies and use sound judgement to implement community based activities • Experience in the management of facilities This role requires someone that is forward thinking with strong organisational skills. The role is customer focused, and will require someone with the aptitude to network, lead, and engage with people regularly.

Applications close at 5.00 pm on 7 February 2019.

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

For further information you are welcome to contact jane.tito@marlborough.govt.nz

Council is looking for an experienced Project Coordinator to facilitate the operation of Endeavour Park

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If you enjoy working in a team environment and have a passion for the elderly, then we would like to hear from you.

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Vintage Harvesters operates a modern fleet of harvesters and tractors throughout the Marlborough District.

We are looking for experienced harvester and tractor drivers. You will need a minimum of a class 1 driver’s licence for tractor driving and a wheels endorsement for harvester driving.

We anticipate work will commence approximately midMarch and finishing mid-April. Drivers must be available for extended hours and weekends.

Please phone the office on 578 5300, text Jason Tripe on 027 043 427 12421 or email admin@jtcvit.co.nz www.vintageharvesters.co.nz

BIRD SCARER AWATERE VALLEY The Crossings - Blenheim - Nelson/Marlborough Inspired by the tremendous potential to make great wine in the Awatere Valley, The Crossings owns three distinct vineyard sites along the northern bank of the Awatere River, producing internationally acclaimed wines with a distinct edge.

Reporting to the Vineyard Manager, we are seeking a bird scarer to assist during the run-up to harvest to ensure we deliver maximum yield in our vineyards.

Previous experience is desired but not essential.

It is envisaged that the successful candidate will possess the following attributes: • Reliable with a strong work ethic • Flexible - ability to work long and varied hours when required • Good practical skills • A strong team player • Good sense of humour and can do attitude • Gun licence preferred You must be legally entitled to work in NZ to apply for this role.

Bottling Line Team Member Foley Wines is a collection of iconic New Zealand wineries and brands from New Zealand’s most acclaimed wine regions. Each with a unique story of New Zealand wine to tell. Our wineries are linked by a common unrelenting purpose; to make great wine that people love to drink around the world – made by land & hand.

We are proud custodians of the Martinborough Vineyard, Te Kairanga, Grove Mill, Vavasour and Mt Difficulty wineries, and world-recognised brands such as Russian Jack, Dashwood, Te Tera and Goldwater.

Due to growth of Foley Wines, we are looking for an enthusiastic, permanent Bottling Team Member to join our team based at Grove Mill Winery in Renwick.

As part of this team you will be involved in bottling wine for all of our wineries. You will learn all steps in the bottling process and over harvest (March-April), you will have the opportunity to work in either the cellar or the vineyard, helping our other teams.

Skills and Requirements for the role: • Mechanical aptitude and a good understanding of a manufacturing environment • Experience with bottling line start up process, fillers and cellar operations an advantage • Attention to detail and pride in your work • Reliable, punctual and hard-working • Strong team player • Reasonable level of fitness • Forklift license, preferably with F endorsement • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test You will receive further on the job training and will be taught how to use all the components of the line including the de-palletiser, filler, labeller, palletiser and over-packer.

Bottling hours are 5 days a week with operator hours around 45 hours a week. We offer a competitive hourly rate, full training and a yearly wine allowance. We also offer the right applicant an opportunity to study towards the nationally recognised Industry Operations Certificates.

More information or applications should be addressed to the Operations Manager: Christel Hopkins, 021 606668 or Christel.Hopkins@foleywines.co.nz Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit and the successful candidate will have to undergo a pre-employment drug test.

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We are looking for people who want an opportunity to be part of our passionate team where there is plenty of scope to reach your full potential.

Work with us in a supportive environment where quality outcomes are our goal. You will get a variety of opportunities to share your skills and develop knowledge for a recognised career in vineyard operations.

We are all about supporting our people, we recognise and reward experience, offer on-going practical skill-building opportunities where we place you in a role that matches your skills, training and aspirations.

Apply your practical knowledge and skills on a day-to-day basis; • Tractor and machinery operations • Spray applications • Irrigation operations • Hands-on vineyard maintenance • Harvest operations Please apply via our website or call Delegat National Viticulture Office for an application form on (03) 572 6300, 1st Floor, Riverview House, 13 Alfred Street, Blenheim 7201.

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ARE YOU SPORTS MINDED Position available for a sports minded person to become part of the team at Blenheim Indoor Sports, Ten Pin Bowling and Fitz Gym. Hours of work from 3.30pm to Close Wednesday to Friday Saturday/ Sunday various hours.

Applicant to be self motivated with a positive and friendly attitude.

Various duties apply and applicant will receive all necessary training.

Apply in writing to 25 Goodman Street Blenheim or email: fitzbuilding@xtra.co.nz Applications close Friday 15th Feb

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Picton Building Centre Ltd The Picton ITM is seeking two energetic people who have the relative Trade experience to fill the positions of Dispatch Coordinator (Picton ITM) and Customer Service Specialist (Picton Bathroom Centre)

Gardener Dog Point Vineyard is seeking an experienced gardener to join their team. This is a full time role set in a vineyard that is operating under an organic regime. The property includes extensive native plantings, gardens, hedging and lawn areas.

The successful applicant will; • have a solid work ethic and good teamwork skills • have a good level of physical fitness to cope with the manual work • carry out a wide range of manual gardening tasks • have previous gardening experience along with expertise in maintaining hedges and lawns to a high standard • have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa • have a NZ drivers licence and a strong health and safety focus, a Growsafe certificate is advantageous Please forward your CV to anna@dogpoint.co.nz by the 14th February 2019

Dispatch Coordinator:

Our ITM Trade department is a fast-paced environment which requires someone who can keep up with the pace and always be one step ahead. You will always put our customers first and continue to provide great customer service standards.

This is a key position coordinating orders and deliveries ensuring things arrive on time.

This position would suit a builder that wants to get off the tools, move indoors, but still wants to be in the business or someone who has worked in a similar position.

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The Picton Bathroom Centre is a full trade and retail plumbing shop servicing Picton and the sounds, that is continually growing.

We are looking for a person who brings extensive trade knowledge to this position.

This position would suit a person who has worked in the trade and is looking for a change or someone who has worked in a similar position.

Please email your CV with a covering letter to: mark@pictonitm.co.nz Applications close 9.00am Monday 18th February 2019

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Valley Harvesting operates a large of hat wants to get off the tools, move indoors, but stillfleet wants

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We require two and administraThe Picton Bathroom Centre is a full trade retail plumbing shop servicing Picton and the The Picton Bathroom Centre is a full trade and retail plumbing shop servicing Picton and the tion staff, one day shift and one night shift, sounds, that is continually growing. sounds, that is continually growing. toWecompliment and assist in our busy, fast General Hand (Part-time) are looking for a person who brings extensive trade knowledge to this position.

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someone who has worked in a similar position. someone who has worked in a similar position.

The successful applicant will be responsible for keeping our For the peak of harvest you will need to warehouses clean and tidy and must be able to operate ride per week.

Please email your CV with a covering letter to: mark@pictonitm.co.nz Please email your CV with a covering letter to: mark@pictonitm.co.nz on and walk behind industrial cleaning equipment. They will who has worked in the trade and is looking for a change or You will need a sense of humour and excelApplications close 9.00am Monday 18​ February 2019 also be working in our pallet replenishment area – repairing Applications close 9.00am Monday 18​ February 2019 lent office skills in the following areas: pallets using a nail gun and sawing broken pallets for fire milar position.

• Telephone: wood.

• Excel: keep multiple spreadsheets up to This position is 3.5 hours per day, working from 6.00am – to:moment mark@pictonitm.co.nz vering letter the 9.30am, Monday to Friday. The successful applicant will need • Email2019 day 18​th​ February to be confident using tools, a chainsaw, and operating a • Communications with harvest crew etc sweeper. We are looking for an all-round handy man/woman • Scheduling using Valley’s web-based and this would ideally suit someone who is semi-retired and scheduling software to enter and arrange looking for some extra work. jobs for the harvesters Applicants must be a New Zealand Citizen or Resident and • Reception responsibilities must be able to pass a pre-employment drug & alcohol test.

• Employment and compliance related Our HR team can be contacted and will be happy to answer paperwork any questions - 03 577 8166 ext. 889 If you think this sounds like you, please To apply, please email anita.vincent@wineworks.co.nz for a email resume with references supporting WineWorks application form. Alternatively, you can collect your application to Tim Leslie: an application form from our front office. A CV must also be Email: admin2@valleyharvesting.co.nz submitted. or call on (021) 54 40 70. No texts.

Applications close 8th February 2019

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MARLBOROUGH BOYS’ COLLEGE Learning Assistant

GRAPE HARVEST TRUCK DRIVERS Heagney Bros Ltd requires drivers for the 2019 grape harvest. You must be prepared to work extended hours and shift work.

Class 4 or 5 license required. Experience is preferred but not necessary as full training will be provided to the right applicant.

Please phone 578 1878 Email heagney.bros@xtra.co.nz

Up to 25 hours per week (term time only) Start date as soon as possible.

We are looking for an individual who has strong relationship capabilities; can relate well to boys; has resiliency and initiative. The successful candidate will be able to work one on one, in small groups, or classroom settings with our students with moderate levels of learning difficulty to support them achieve success in their learning. Suitable experience and/or qualifications as a learning assistant will be an advantage.

To apply please request an Application Pack by emailing the Assistant Principal Human Resources nicole.peterson@mbc.school.nz Applications close 9.00 am on Monday 4th of Feb 2019

Whitehaven Vineyard Supervisor Whitehaven is a friendly, family-owned Marlborough winery, producing quality regional wine. Due to vineyard expansion an opportunity currently exists for the permanent role of Vineyard Supervisor.

Reporting to the Vineyard Manager and working in occasionally with other Whitehaven staff, this role is hands-on, varied and often with just the radio for company. The successful applicant will be primarily responsible for executing a range of ground and tractor tasks and will be required to have multiple years’ experience in vineyards. Labour supervision, irrigation and trellis maintenance, ground keeping and general assistance as requested is also required.

The successful applicant will have an ability to build rapport and trust around them, be able to self-start, show initiative and problem solve as they go. They will take pride in their work and enjoy being outdoors. Flexible work hours are by mutual agreement. Previous vineyard practical experience is essential (minimum of 8-10 years).

A clean drivers licence, current First Aid and Growsafe certificates are required.

A written application accompanied by a CV and references may be sent to: Company Vineyard Manager Whitehaven Wine Company Ltd 39 Pauls Road RD 3 BLENHEIM 7273 Phone (03) 572 7588 info@whitehaven.co.nz A Position Description is available upon request.

Applications close 11 th February 2019.

Operators Required Bryant Earthworks is a locally owned and operated company based in Renwick. We are looking for operators with experience in a civil earthworks environment for an immediate start.

To succeed in the role, you will have proven experience operating excavators on civil construction and/ or forestry earthworks sites. You will have a sound understanding working with laser levels. You will be willing to assist with machine maintenance, cleaning and site labouring as required, as well at the ability to work unsupervised. A positive and motivated attitude is essential.

If you have the following, then we want to hear from you • Hold a class 2 or higher license with WTR endorsement • An eye for accuracy with good attention to detail • Good communicator and the ability to work as part of the team • A strong commitment to Health and Safety for you and your team • Has a great attitude and are prepared to work hard If you wish to work for a professional, friendly, family business who values their employees and feel you have the required skills and attributes for this role, then please email your application and covering letter to Gina Hunter – gina@bryantearthworks. co.nz by Wednesday 13th February 2019. Please call Kerry on 027 446 0753 if you would like to know more about the positions.

Bryant Earthworks Limited is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to undergo a medical and drug test prior to employment being confirmed.

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

Vehicle Groomer Keep our range of cars, vans and coaches looking their best at all times.

Groom vehicles 5 days a week from 6am to 11am.

Requirements: • Based in Marlborough • Excellent eye for detail • Able to drive large vehicles (Class 4 not required) • Fit and able-bodied • Reliable and willing to work

Luggage Truck Driver Completing luggage transfers, 4 days per week plus extra luggage runs as required.

Requirements: • Class 2 NZ Driver’s licence • Based in Marlborough • Fit and able-bodied • Reliable and willing to work • Readily contactable via cell phone and email • Great communication skills Apply for either role or combine both roles. Contact us for more information or to apply please email info@ marlboroughtourcompany.co.nz with your CV any relevant work experience and references or give Ben or John a call on (03) 577 9997.

Harvester and Tractor Operators for 2019 Grape Harvest Valley Harvesting operates a modern fleet of harvesters and tractors throughout the Marlborough District.

We are currently seeking experienced harvester and tractor operators. You will need a minimum of a Full Class 1 driver’s licence to operate a tractor and Class 1 with “W” endorsement or Class 2 to operate a harvester.

We anticipate work will commence mid-March and finish late April.

Operators must be available to work extended hours and weekends.

Preference given to applicants with previous vintage experience.

Please email resume with references supporting your application to: Tim Leslie (03) 577 8006 / (021) 54 40 70 Or email admin2@valleyharvesting.co.nz Valley Harvesting has a no drugs and alcohol policy.

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QUEEN Bed and base. Excellent condition. $60.

Phone 5782679.

MOBILITY Scooter ‘Shoprider’. Good condition, extra’s included - front basket and rear carry pack. $1,150. Phone 5785142 or 0212131255.

URGENTLY Required a three bedroom home to rent for working couple. Please phone 0272517460 or 027456835.

TEN Pin Bowling open 7 days at Simcox Stadium 50 Battys Road Phone 5784851

LIGHTHOUSE Christian Fellowship Senior Citizens Hall, 166 High Street. Sundays 10 a.m. All welcome.

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Vintage workers looking for accommodation for the Harvest period (March 2019- May 2019).

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If you can assist, please email Alistair at Alistair.McIntosh@nzwineries.co.nz

Monster Garage Sale “Waitangi Day” Wed 6th February Dashwood Street, Blenheim 9am start time Great selection of good quality, household gear/tools/furniture/toys/ fruit & veges/plants/jams/cookies Plus - Sausage Sizzle operating, Blenheim Anglican Parish sincerely appreciate the support of our sponsors.

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If play is a happy and affective way to learn, then drama is too; Taking the skills of drama, movement, improvisation, speech, singing, performance and the world of make believe that step further in a students development is to be a confident and articulate individual.

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Maori Land Seminar

Succession and Whānau Trusts Researching Whenua Land and Whakapapa Being an active owner Date: 7th February 2019 Time: 2.00pm – 3.30pm Presenter: Dee Turner | Ngāti Maniapoto, Ngāti Whakatere Venue: Community Law Marlborough 14 Market Street | Blenheim

Maori Land Clinic

Appointments available to discuss your Maori Land matters Date: 8th February 2019 Venue: Community Law Marlborough Please email reception@commlawmarlb.org.nz or phone 03 577 9919 to secure your place at the seminar or to book an appointment for Fridays clinic.

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Sincere thanks to all the wonderful staff at Bethsaida. Messages may be sent to the McKay Family, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240. A service for Margaret will be held at the Church of the Nativity, Alfred Street, at 2pm on Tuesday February 5, followed by private cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.

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SPORTS TALK With Jacob Page

Oh, Captain, my captain I’ve been the self-appointed president of the Kane Williamson Fan Club for more than a decade but his captaincy needs to be called into question.

My heart skips a beat when he gets to 50 and I suffer shortness of breath when he scores a century but if New Zealand are going to compete against the big guns, he will need to show an aggressive mindset in his leadership.

New Zealand was too timid in the

early exchanges against India and it’s been an issue for Williamson who’s seen as an excellent traditional tactical captain.

The problem is, us Kiwis have always had to break the mould to be considered world class at cricket.

Attacking captaincy has always found the most success.

Martin Crowe tried everything and anything during the 1992 World Cup and Williamson’s

predecessor, Brendon McCullum was known for putting a high price on taking wickets rather than saving runs.

The McCullum theory being that wickets will slow the run rate faster and better than savvy boundary riders preventing boundaries.

Williamson will go down as our most prolific batsman when his career ends in a decade - that’s not a gutsy piece of crystal ball gazing but his captaincy needs a jolt of

aggression.

He’s a handy part-time spinner who, like most captains, underbowls himself and therefore robs the team of another bowling weapon.

The Black Caps have looked like deer in the headlights against this Indian team.

They made Virat Kohli’s men look like world-beaters which they are not.

Their middle-order certainly

has its frailties but when you can’t get quick wickets and expose that middle-order and make them score the bulk of the runs, then they will continue to dominate them.

If the Black Caps don’t take the game to the Indians, show a little fight and a little out-of-the-box thinking, then they will continue to lose.

That starts with Captain Williamson, our best batsman ever but a leader still finding his identity.

Kiwi motorcycle racers win Oceania challenge

By Bill McElhinney Marlborough motorcycle ace Jock Woodley and team mates Steve Brown and Jason Holcroft, from Motueka, had to battle extreme heat and running unleaded fuel at the International Island Classic 2019 at Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit, Australia.

“Myself and Steve and Jason joined forces on our Yamaha TZ350 Grand Prix race-bikes to tackle the demanding circuit at Phillip Island,” Jock says.

“It was my and Steve’s second visit to race at Phillip Island and Jason had raced there previously.

“We had a lot of work to do leading up to heading over the Tasman, with organising flights, accommodation, entry to the event and all the customs stuff that comes with sending the bikes over there.

“An official practice day was put on for us last Thursday and then on Friday we were straight into qualifying for grid positions and racing

for points in a four round per class series finishing with the last races on Sunday afternoon,” Jock says.

The weekend was a tough one with all competitors faced with the challenge of running unleaded race fuel and battling the heat. Many bikes were over-heating and many engine failures were experienced, Jock says.

In the bid to remove the use of leaded fuel this year in all aspects of motoring in Australia the meeting was declared “lead free” as a pre-curser to the trend continuing to other meetings.

“Steve was racing consistently well and was looking good for a podium finish for the weekend until a major engine failure occurred in the Sunday morning 350cc race while running in second place,” Jock says.

“Unfortunately that finished his weekend. He was fired up, on new tyres and ready to battle. So disappointing.”

Jason rode consistently all weekend and managed to have no major issues.

Jason, along with Jock, was chosen to represent New Zealand in a points battle against Australia called the Oceania Challenge.

Points were raced for across the weekend and New Zealand took the honours when the points were added up on Sunday.

Jock was delighted to hear he was the highest Kiwi points scorer.

Then to top it off he managed to gain a solid third place in the last 350cc race to clinch a podium 3rd place for the weekend.

“I was fortunate to have my two ex-racer brothers, John and Bruce, my sister Mary and many friends from New Zealand who travelled over to support me and our little team,” Jock says.

“I would like to say a personal thanks to family and friends for the support and also acknowledge Blank Canvas Wines, BASIS, Sign Images, Beatnik & Co, New Zealand Cylinders and Penrite Oils for their support”.

Motorcycle ace Jock Woodley streaks over Lukey Heights at the famous Phillip Island Grand Prix track last weekend.

The Rarangi Spectacular 2019 winners, from left: Pip Looker, Nick Allen, Lyn Brice and Sue Lang.

Golfers beat the heat in Rarangi Summer Spectacular Despite the heat and the windy conditions, the Rarangi Golf Club McKendry Honda Summer Spectacular tournament at the weekend was a great success.

The conditions did not deter some players as a three hole play-off was required to decide the mens winners.

Pip Looker, the Rarangi Club’s green keeper, and Nick Allen won at the third play-off hole against a very spirited Stephen McCaa and Jason Giblin from the Fairhall Club.

There had been a lot of friendly banter between these two teams prior to the tournament. This is Pip and Nick’s first win after playing in the tournament for many years.

The womens winners were back to back winners from last year.

Sue Lang and Lyn Brice are now striving for a third successive win next year.

Results.

Women: Sue Lang& Lyn Brice, Rarangi, 212, 1; Tania Appelman & Derryn Hedges, Motueka,215, 2; Jane Anderson-Bay & Janet Laing, Fairhall & Rarangi, 218, 3; Jan Overall & Grace Latimer, Motueka, 218, 4; Mariann Grant & Bridget Quaife, Rarangi, 220, 5; Val Gaham & Jenny Davies, Kaikoura, 223, 6; Natalee Reed & Kerry McConchie, Greenacres

& Motueka 223, 7.

Men: Pip Looker & Nick Allen, Rarangi, 202, 1; Stephen McCaa, Jason Giblin, Fairhall, 202, 2; Sam Raindbird & John Billingsley, Rarangi &Awatere, 203, 3; Bruce Curgenven & David Best, Rarangi, 205, 4; Ian Hale & Brook Hale Rarangi, 205, 5; Tony Jordan & Alan Milne, Awatere & Rarangi, 207, 6; Paul Silke & Andrew Hickey, Fairhall, 207, 7; Shane Grant & Martin Smith, Rarangi & Picton, 207, 8; Mike Irving & Andrew Young, Fairhall, 208, 9; Yuichi Ando & Mike MacLeod, Fairhall, 209, 10; David Price & Ray Morris, Rarangi , 212, 11; Henry Evans & Ben Evans, Picton & Blenheim, 212, 12; Brent Lawless & Tony Emerans, Bottle Lake, 212, 13; Ian Richards & John Fowke, Greenacres & Rarangi, 213, 14; Ezra Kahaki Rarangi, 213, 15; Guido Bertogg & Stuart McLagan, Fairhall, 214, 16; Owen Glover & Francis Barrett, Rarangi, 214, 17; Gordon Lang & Dave Watson, Rarangi & Fairhall, 215, 18; Blair Bavin & Ben Holden, 215, 19; Tema Faifua & Hugh Fitzgibbon, 215, 20; Jamie Norton & Graham Kerrigan, 215, Hutt Park & Blenheim, 215, 21, Mark Milne & Bruce Verry, Picton & Rarangi, 215, 22; Jerome January & John Johns, 215, 23.

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Pedal your way to great prizes

By Peter Jones, Sport Tasman Normally when your workmates tell you to “get on your bike” things aren’t going so well.

However, this month it would be wise to heed that advice.

The third Aotearoa Bike Challenge invites the nation’s workplaces to encourage staff to mount up during February, earning each company points along the way, which lead to prizes. The competition is free and people can cycle on a regular bike or an e-bike anywhere they like, anytime they like, during the Challenge period.

They only need to ride for 10 minutes for it to count. It is all about participation, not how far or how fast various people can ride.

Prizes are offered based on staffing levels, with those organisations who are able to get the highest percentage of their total workforce turning the pedals coming out on top.

Last February, 63 companies and 484 people took part in the 2018 challenge, including 55 “new riders” in the top of the south region.

“The Aotearoa Bike Challenge is a fantastic opportunity to show more people how easy and enjoyable cycling can be in our region,” Braden Prideaux, Sport Tasman Community Sport Advisor, says.

“We would love to see more businesses and organisations in our region participate in this free workplace challenge, reap the benefits of getting

Rock star: Alan Newman would love to know where these intriguing little rocks are coming from.

The Aotearoa Bike Challenge is a fantastic opportunity to show more people how easy and enjoyable cycling can be, Braden Prideaux, Sport Tasman Community Sport Advisor, says.

Someone’s keeping an eye on him!

more active, as well as generate some healthy competition between work colleagues.”

Spot prizes on offer include a seven-day mountain bike tour on the Old Ghost Road and Heaphy Track, bikes, e-bike conversion kits and smart helmets.

There will be live leaderboards on the Challenge website showing which organisations are currently on top.

Individuals earn points for riding, plus encouraging others to ride, with those points contributing to their workplace’s total and

By Bill McElhinney “It’s driving me crazy,” Alan Newman says with a grin.

“They keep turning up and I don’t know where they’re coming from.”

Alan’s talking about the little, brightly painted rocks with eyes glued on them that have been appearing at his Renwick Newman Graphics business since Christmas.

“They just started turning up, one at a time, outside in the garden area or on a window ledge,” Alan says.

getting them in the draw for prizes.

Workplaces with the highest total points, across seven size categories, will win team prizes at the end of the challenge.

The Aotearoa Bike Challenge is a national campaign being run by the NZ Transport Agency, Love to Ride, councils, and other local partners around the country. Love to Ride is an online platform that makes it easy and fun to get more people cycling.

Registrations are open and it’s free to participate. For more information, go to www.aotearoa.bike

“I’ve been keeping an eye on the staff, but they say they don’t know anything about them.

“Then I thought it might be my grandchildren, so I’ve been watching out for them, but I don’t think they’re doing it.”

Now Alan and the staff have taken to keeping an eye on the area outside Newman Graphics to see when the next one will appear.

“If we get a few more, I’ll make a little sign inviting them to get together for a rock festival!”

Alan says.

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