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By Megan Connolly Local legend Howard Sadd was acknowledged at the Te Pataka o Wairau Maori Night Market on Tuesday night for his contribution to the Marlborough community.

Howard didn’t know he was going to be recognised, thanks to the sneaky work of his family.

“I was surprised. It’s quite an honour,” Howard says.

Each Maori Night Market aims to honour and celebrate a member of the community who has devoted their time to helping the community and doing it from their heart, spokesperson for the event, Dr Lorr Eade, says.

Uncle Howard, as he is known by many, is a wellrespected kaumatua of Rangitane, Ngati Rarua and Ngati Toa, and does much for the iwi of Marlborough.

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Local legend Howard Sadd was acknowledged at the Te Pātaka o Wairau Night Market on Tuesday night for his contribution to rugby and to Marlborough.

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Howard Sadd honoured for community work Continued from page 1.

The 88-year-old has lived in Marlborough his whole life and has contributed to countless games of rugby over the years.

“Where ever he was he played,” Howard’s daughter, Tasha Sadd, says.

At 11 years old Howard was already a primary school representative for Marlborough.

Howard left Marlborough to serve as a New Zealand Army captain during the Second World War, but being away from home couldn’t stop him from playing the game.

He also served New Zealand in the Korean War in the 1950s transporting artillery.

Howard even had the opportunity to play his brother, Brian, in Japan as Brian was captain of

the opposing Navy team.

“He’s been playing his whole life,” Tasha says.

There is a long full list of the things that Howard has done in the community.

He was a founding member of Te Whanau Hou Grovetown Lagoon restoration project, and has volunteered his own time to the project for the past 17 years.

He has been a part of Wairau Rowing Club, supporting the kaupapa of rowing in the community as a coach.

Watch out if you’re ever in a game of bridge with Howard, he’s a grand master of the game and a member of Marlborough Bridge Club.

But Marlborough is his home.

“I think it’s the best place in New Zealand,” Howard says.

Howard Sadd with family at the Maori Night Market on Tuesday evening.

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By Bill McElhinney Plans for a pyrolysis plant in Blenheim to deal with timber waste problems have been withdrawn.

The Marlborough District Council had initially offered Waste Transformation Ltd land at the Bluegums Landfill for a pyrolysis plant, which would have turned thousands of tonnes of timber waste and old vineyard posts into charcoal.

Hundreds of residents in the

nearby Taylor Pass Road subdivision, concerned about potential health issues and property values, have protested to the council in the three years since the proposal was first aired.

Following the opposition to the original resource consent, the company changed the plan to exclude CCA-treated timber.

But as most of the region’s timber waste is chemically-treated and comes from the construction industry and the viticulture in-

dustry, the Marlborough District Council’s assets and services committee has withdrawn from their agreement with the company, saying there was no point having the plant if it could not process treated timber.

Council chief executive, Mark Wheeler, says the agreement depended on the company getting resource consent, and being able to take mixed timber, including treated timber.

“The company’s second

application, which removed CCA-treated timber from the feedstock, meant the economic viability and environmental benefits of the proposal for council was compromised,” Mark says.

Waste Transformation is exploring other opportunities for processing mixed timber, and is in talks with companies that make CCA-treated posts.

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Ellen Plaiser with a giant weta. You can see these friendly natives, along with others, at the Koru Native Wildlife Centre on Queen Charlotte Drive at Linkwater.

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Conserve water now As the hot, sunny weather continues, Marlborough residents in outlying areas are being asked to conserve water as supplies shrink.

Renwick residents are facing water shortages, although a new water reservoir to be completed in 2021 will strengthen the town’s water supplies.

Residents are being asked to take shorter showers, fix leaks and dripping taps, and wash clothes and dishes on a full load as the town’s water supply continues to fall.

The heat last month saw Marlborough match the record for its hottest month since records began in 1932.

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Centre saving native species

By Bill McElhinney A Marlborough Sounds wildlife centre dedicated to preserving some of our native species has been officially opened.

The Koru Native Wildlife Centre, set up by Tui Nature Reserve Wildlife Trust and sponsored

by New Zealand King Salmon, has been officially opened at Linkwater.

The centre has a breeding programme for giant weta and yellow crowned kakariki, and also aims to provide education and engagement around conservation and restoration in the Marlborough Sounds.

The breeding programme will be later extended to include other

animals.

The support from New Zealand King Salmon, along with grants from the Rata Foundation and the Lottery Grants Board, has made the establishment and ongoing operation of the centre possible.

Hosts Brian and Ellen Plaiser founded Tui Nature Reserve in the Outer Pelorus Sound 25 years ago and have focused their attention to the breeding and biodiversity side of conservation.

Last year they moved their breeding facilities to Smith’s Farm camping ground in Linkwater.

There they offer the public personal guided tours through the centre’s purpose-built enclosures.

They provide visitors with fascinating facts about the resident native animals, the breeding for release programme and the efforts to restore their natural habitats.

Brian Plaiser is also the Tui Nature Reserve Wildlife Trust chairman, and says he is delighted the centre is now open to the public.

“We have long been passionate about restoring New Zealand’s incredible biodiversity and have worked hard to see Koru come to fruition,” Brian says.

“We look forward to sharing our vision of restoring our stunning natural environment with visitors.”

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ager Jemma McCowan says supporting the centre is a great fit for the company, which has a strong focus on supporting local Marlborough Sounds initiatives related to sustainability and education.

“We congratulate the trust on the centre’s opening and look forward to helping support the conservation of some of Marlborough’s awesome but less seen native species,” Jemma says.

Visits and tours of the Koru Native Wildlife Centre on Queen Charlotte Drive at Linkwater are by appointment only – 027 448 3447 or info@tuinaturereserve. co.nz, or book online https:// www.koruwildlife.nz/

A new speed bump has been installed between Monro Street and George Street to slow down traffic on Beaver Road.

This is part of the Eltham-Beaver Road Cycle Link, a neighbourhood ‘greenway’ with low speed limits to create a more pleasant cycling environment.

O ther changes include the installation of ‘sharrow’, or share arrows, encouraging cyclists to hold their position close to the centre line road markings, and a change of intersection priority at Monro Street.

Fundraiser a success A fundraising day at the Tamarind Restaurant in Scott Street last Friday raised $3516.98 for Marlborough St John.

Restaurant owners Denny Yeldo and Priyanka Jose, both former nurses, held the event to mark their first year running the restaurant.

All the money raised will be used

by St John in Marlborough, area administrator Gayle Chambers says.

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Heritage Day draws crowds to Brayshaw Park

By Bill McElhinney The crowds that flocked to the Heritage Day at Brayshaw Park on Wednesday were treated to great demonstrations of skills from the past.

The annual event attracted people from all walks of life looking for a glimpse back in time.

Along with the popular train and tractor rides, there were craftspeople demonstrating weaving, spinning, lace making, blacksmithing and woodworking.

Retired engineer Geoff Tay-

lor brought his beautiful little fairground organ, a pipe organ designed for use in a fairground setting to provide music to accompany fairground rides and attractions.

“The day went really well,” Jillian Trayling from the Marlborough Museum says.

“We had over 1000 people through the museum, possibly the biggest crowd we’ve had in the last few years.”

Along with the heritage society’s displays there were outdoor displays of vintage cars, motorbikes and machin-

ery, the popular Victorian era classroom and free admission to the Marlborough Museum.

“We had several new displays this year, including the Marlborough Model Railway Society who set up in the theatre at the museum and were really popular.

“We had a place where you could make Steampunk bags and take Steampunk selfies, which were also popular,” Jillian says.

The funds raised during the open day are used to maintain the facilities at Brayshaw Park.

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

Oil rig visits Marlborough A 37,000 tonne semi-submersible vessel will call Admiralty Bay home for the next few days until the oil rig is it carrying is floated and towed up to Taranaki.

Harbourmaster Luke Grogan is overseeing the safe navigation of the vessels from Singapore, into and out of Admiralty Bay. Luke says a sheltered bay was required for the platform to be unloaded, and Admiralty Bay, near French Pass and D’Urville Island in the Marlborough Sounds was chosen for its proximity to Taranaki.

“Having the rig in the Sounds provides my team with a great training opportunity,” Luke says.

“Our response team will take part in an oil spill exercise involving 16 trained responders from Maritime New Zealand, wildlife experts and members of the National Oil Spill Response Team, who will work using specialised equipment.”

The tools include long floating booms, skimmers, storage tanks, barges and the MV Tukuperu, a purpose-built oil recovery

barge.

“Exercises like this help to ensure Marlborough has the capability to respond effectively if an oil spill was to occur in our waters.”

The COSL BOSS rig on the vessel Red Zed 1 is expected to leave the Marlborough Sounds in the next few days.

Beaver Road bump to slow traffic As part of the Eltham-Beaver Road Cycle Link, work is underway to slow down traffic on Beaver Road.

The first speed bump was recently installed between Monro Street and George Street.

Feedback from the neighbours will be considered before deciding whether more speed bumps along Beaver Road are required.

Beaver Road is intended to operate as a neighbourhood greenway, incorporating low speed limits to create a more pleasant cycling environment.

Other changes to Beaver Road include the installation of ‘sharrow’, or share arrows, encouraging cyclists to hold their position close to the centre line road markings, and a change of intersection priority at Monro Street and Alfred Street.

An audit completed last year recommended

further measures be installed along Beaver Road to reduce the speed differential between vehicles and cycles, reinforce the regulatory speed limit, and support the function of the road as a greenway.

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Positive Ageing – budget planning It’s easy to blow the budget over the summer holidays. Most of us want to forget about belt-tightening at this time of the year, but that can mean a debt-laden new year.

Even if it’s been a costly Christmas, it’s wise to start taking steps now to manage your money.

Too many people fall into the trap of putting gifts on credit cards or a store card, which can add dollars to the cost of every purchase. It’s a good idea to always pay mortgage, rent, finance and insurance payments before spending on gifts and

local artist Paul Sherwood of Mad Metal.

Councillor Cynthia Brooks said it’s great to see a new version of a familiar sight outside the museum again.

From left to right: Councillors Gerald Hope; Cynthia Brooks; Mayoress Anne Best: Mayor John Leggett: Museum custodian Sandra Welburn; creator Paul Sherwood; Ray Welburn, Museum custodian.

Saving water

Wither Hills Farm Park – Café Development Opportunity The Marlborough District Council, as landowner and managing authority of the Wither Hills Farm Park, wishes to explore the opportunity to commercially lease an area of land for the purposes of developing a café at the Wither Hills Rifle Range carpark locale.

Past negotiations did not produce a final outcome so Council invites all interested parties to register their interest, by way of an expression of interest (EOI), to work with Council in developing a café at the site.

Bullock and cart back at Renwick Museum The new and improved bullock and cart has once again taken pride of place outside Renwick Museum.

The original iconic display was destroyed last year in a car crash. In its place now stands a replacement cart, purchased from Marlborough Vintage Farm Machinery and restored by Bernard Mason and Jim Cresswell, with the steampunk-inspired bullock made by

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People are encouraged to conserve water during the current hot weather.

Council’s Operations and Maintenance Engineer Stephen Rooney says everyone should make an effort.

“If people can reduce their water use now, we may be able to avoid water restrictions later, particularly for Renwick, Wairau Valley, Picton and Havelock residents.

“Over the past two summers, Renwick residents have done a great job in voluntarily reducing their irrigation water use. They have shown that voluntary reduction does work - we’re hoping others will follow their lead.”

The Council has advised river water irrigation users to monitor their usage closely. All Marlborough’s rivers have minimum flow levels and several have already been closed off. Marlborough’s main groundwater aquifers are mostly

in good shape, but the Renwick aquifer is under pressure. The Picton supply is also vulnerable during prolonged dry periods.

Please do: • Take short showers • Fix leaks and dripping taps • Wash clothes and dishes on full load • Irrigate early in the morning and late in the evening • Check farm equipment, troughs, pipes and water meters for signs of leakage.

Please don’t: • Wash vehicles • Fill swimming pools • Clean driveways and outdoor areas with a hose.

Further information: https://www. marlborough.govt.nz/environment/ environmental-education/living-moresustainably/valuable-water/water-actions

Rethink your waste Have you ever looked at what you’re throwing out and asked why? Or thought about whether your trash could be someone else’s treasure? A lot of household and business waste ends up in the landfill. Much of this can be reused, recycled or avoided altogether.

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Avoid • Take your travel mug for your next coffee • Refill your drink bottle in place of packaged water • Choose unpackaged food and products over those with excessive packaging • Use containers instead of plastic

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Reuse • Post unwanted items online for sale or giveaway; hold a garage sale or swap-meet • Donate items to the charity shops or Council’s Re-Use Shop • Treasure hunt for pre-loved items before buying new • Cook up leftovers for your next meal • Upcycle - get crafty and find new uses for everyday items.

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The Sun Bigoted attitude The person who complained about old people walking slow on the Taylor River path needs to exercise a little tolerance and understanding.

It is a shared pathway; better for people to be out walking than sitting in a chair at home not interacting with anyone. I feel sorry at your bigoted attitude.

Whippersnapper Walking slow. How dare you tell elderly people and dogs to get out of the way for fast bikers or stay home!

You impertinent little whippersnapper. You should learn to respect other people. One day you too will be elderly!!

What goes around comes around. Hope you break your bloody neck first.

Novel idea Re: Walking slow - you said it yourself, it’s a walkway. If you’re so fast on your bike it shouldn’t be much of an issue to use your wheels and maybe, go around people who are trying to enjoy the outdoors in whatever way they might be able?

Bit of a novel idea for you to consider others needs I’m sure!

Not very happy with Jacob’s sports column last week..he seems to have built an ego.

Our cricketers are fighters..great win over Sri Lanka (top 50 over side)..we had a bad series against India, the current world champions.

Kane Williamson will go down as one of NZ best cricketers.

Will still read next weeks column.

Does everyone have one?

Rude arrogant neighbour. Does everyone have one?

What do you do when the kids are constantly screaming or crying. Parents obviously, turn off. 7am is inconsiderate. Have a brain.

RESPECT Please ...to see older people out exercising and enjoying the scenes along the Taylor River is inspiring. Remember you will be that older person one day.

Ghastly To the arrogant biker on Taylor river walkway...

One day you too will be old, never knew we had such ghastly people in our beautiful country!

Plenty of space on cycle way In response to “walking slow” I am both a walker and a biker along the Taylor pathway and all it takes is a little patience and respect for other users.

If we are too slow then please use the road instead. I am sure that you will find plenty of space on the Eltham/Beaver Rd cycle way.

Otherwise please change your attitude towards other people.

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Don’t feed the troll To the responders of the “walking slow” person... don’t feed the troll. Clearly this person is just looking for attention and trying to get a reaction from people.

Trolls are online and now also in the paper.

Don’t feed the trolls.

Good riddance

Try to rehome an animal first. Not put down straight away. Too hard basket. How cruel.

Air NZ ditching their rap safety video.

Yes! Whoever approved that astounds me. An important safety message and yet it’s even hard to understand.

Good riddance.

Eltham Road

Thanks Bunnings

Try to rehome

Trying to fix your mistakes with tax payers money. MDC it’s very simple.

Get rid of the monstrous muck up,remove the kerb its not working for you.

Would have been such a easy task to just put the standard green paint on the road. I bet no council staff live there.

You need to realise it’s a bad choice... can you just do the right thing and remove it.

Thanks to all the helpful Bunnings staff, they are so great.

A pleasure to shop there, thanks.

Blocking entrance Stopped to look at the lake with the platform to view the lake just before Ward.

Three tourist vans blocking entrance way.

Ignorant. Hope they took their rubbish.

Old newspapers Empty the old newspapers!!!!

Give the paperboy/girl a chance.

Inspiring

Fantastic friendly service

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Wear the track out One morning up the wither’s that guy told me to slow down cause I was going to wear the track out and wondered why he would say that, when I got back to my car I realised his humour and was laughing the whole way to work.

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Dogs in cars It’s summer dog owners. Unless you are sitting in the heat in your car with them, don’t leave them in. It’s cruel. Leave your animal at home.

Public excluded?

Why are so many Council Meetings “Public Excluded”? What happened to promises of “openness and transparency?”

Just what is being withheld and why? Devious?

Dogs in town centre

Marlborough has immediate excellent export potential for meat, apples and crops to Britain, that’s the trade deal the PM in Davos for at US$25,000 each per night, with prices set to rise steeply from Europe.

Oops, forgot people can’t eat grape juice. Too many eggs in one hopper eh! :(

Older people. I have worked all my life. I am on the pension and still working. I live in a pension flat, which I pay 400 dollars a fortnight for.

I don’t do that many hours a week, maybe 20. I have to pay secondary tax. So work and income put my rent up.

So at the end of the day I don’t think it’s worth working. I am 70 years old and enjoy working.

But if the government is going to take 70 cents out of every dollar I earn. Have to give up my job.

Saving our kids

Takeaway shops

No water in rivers

Brexit bonus

Great move, we have the responsibility back.

With kiddies court including 17 years we now legally ban our kids driving our car, having a firearm, or indulging in legal sex/drugs; now having to stay at school educating themselves as they are still irresponsible to prosecute.

We now have childrens age defined, but, we will make them great adults by 20.

Even employers will get better, qualified, mature, honest staff. Teachers rules!

I visit you. But what a difference in the air when you clean your Vat’s.

Thanks this week. Especially with the heat.

Just wondering Anyone know what those pet buses are like during summer, that go town to town. Just wondering.

Re the Council proposal to allow dogs into the town centre later this year.

It could work if all dogs are required to have a muzzle at one end and plastic bag at the other.

Scam number Beware of this phone no, 035422155. It is a scam.

So MDC lets Waihopai river get virtually sucked dry, Wairau running at 5 cm3 second, now a total shut down of irrigation so farmers that are growing real food will possibly lose their crops. Great management MDC. And where are all the save Wairau protesters?

Grape industry done to Wairau what you said trust power would do. Guess wine on the table is what really mattered not braided river after all.

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Crowds come for kai at Maori Night Market

By Megan Connolly It was all sun, smiles and kai at the Te Pataka o Wairau Maor i Night Ma rket in Seymour Square on Tuesday evening.

The event attracted hundreds of people to the sunny park for a celebration of the Treaty of Waitangi and was likely to have been bigger than the two markets held last year,

according to spokesperson Dr Lorr Eade.

“The stallholders said their highlights were the family atmosphere, the support, connecting with people and all the smiling faces,” Lorr says.

This is the third market held. Two markets were held in March and September last year.

“We didn’t run out of kai this

Capri Muriwai Riri and Siu Fine enjoyed exploring what the night market had to offer.

time!” Lorr says.

DJ Bex had everyone dancing while the heat had children playing in the Seymour Square fountain, much to their delight.

The addition of host and presenter Sonny Ngatai added value to the evening, Lorr says.

“We are very pleased and we’re really looking forward to the next one.”

Many children played in the Seymour Square fountain to cool down on a hot evening.

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At the Chinese New Year mulitcultural celebration in Blenheim on Tuesday. From left: Gail and Tina Painter, Wu De Wen, Joe and Bao Zhu Sue, Stephanie Long, Rainbow Zhaoi, Margaret Western and Mandy Li with son James.

Chinese celebration quieter in Blenheim

By Bill McElhinney It was a Chinese New Year celebration, but a quiet one by Chinese standards.

“No fireworks!” Mandy Li, of Blenheim, says.

Mandy and other Chinese living in Marlborough gathered at St Andrews Church hall on Tuesday to celebrate Chinese New Year, February 5.

The celebration normally lasts from the night before the first day of the lunar year until the Chinese Lantern Festival 15 days later.

“It’s the Year of The Pig, which is a good year,” Mandy says.

“The pig is a symbol of health and good fortune.

“My Mum, Li, is back in China and she says the celebrations there are huge – it’s like Christmas is in

Soviet biplane coming for Omaka air show A true Russian icon will make its first public appearance at Yealands Classic Fighters air show at Omaka in April.

The Polikarpov PO-2, was a general-purpose Soviet biplane which served in a diverse number of roles from aerial combat to an ambulance and a crop-duster.

Most famously it played a large part in the Nacht Hexen or Night Witches story.

The Night Witches were a group of remarkable Russian women who not only flew the PO-2 on night operations under the most trying of circumstances, but who also managed the maintenance, armament and administration to create entire female squadrons.

Given this year’s theme of the Omaka air show, Saluting Women in Aviation, the inclusion of the PO-2 could not be more appropriate.

Graham Orphan, Classic Wings magazine editor/publisher and

chair of the Yealands Classic Fighters organising committee, has been working with owners Stephen and Chrystal Witte for several years to help bring the aircraft to Omaka.

“The production of the PO-2 was extensive. Stephen has figures suggesting around 33,000 were built over three decades, with many, many variants,” Graham says.

“Sadly, little more than a dozen survive today, with this aircraft making just eight airworthy examples as far as we can ascertain.

A huge ‘well done’ to Stephen and Chrystal for persevering with this, at times daunting project, Graham says.

Yealands Classic Fighters is held every alternate Easter, the air show being the main fundraising event for the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre.

The next show is on April 19-21 and tickets are available now.

the West.

“There are lots of fireworks and millions of people travel to their home town to celebrate.”

Chinese New Year is a time for families to be together. Wherever they are, people are expected to be home to celebrate the festival with their families.

The New Year’s Eve dinner is called ‘reunion dinner’, and is

believed to be the most important meal of the year.

In China the New Year activities include putting up decorations, the reunion dinner with family, firecrackers and fireworks, and giving red envelopes and other gifts.

However the Blenheim celebration was more low key and with people working and having children to care for, only a small

number of the around 150 Chinese in Marlborough could make it on Tuesday.

The event was organised by the Marlborough Multicultural Centre and the local branch of English Language Partners, and was also designed to help migrants understand the importance of Waitangi Day in New Zealand, Migrant Services manager Margaret Western says.

February events Here’s some of what I’m up to this month: 2 February

Renwick Museum. At the unveiling of new bullock & dray, High St, Renwick.

5 February

Te Pātaka o Wairau night market, Market St, Blenheim.

9 February

Judging the Wine & Food Festival, Brancott Estate, Blenheim.

25 February

Hosting Nikki Kaye, National's Spokesperson for Education at a public meeting. Venue to be confirmed.

1 March

Attending an opening of the Royal Federation of JP’s, ASB Theatre, Blenheim.

15 February

Constituent lunch at Fairweathers on Scott, Blenheim.

22 February

Citizenship Ceremony, District Council Chambers, Blenheim.

Get in touch if there’s an event you’d like me to attend or if there’s something I can help with: stuart.smith@parliament.govt.nz stuartsmith.national stuartsmith.co.nz

Funded by the Parliamentary Service. Authorised by Stuart Smith, Parliament Buildings, Wellington.

This Polikarpov PO-2 Soviet biplane is being restored and will feature in the Omaka air show in April.

Stuart Smith MP for Kaikoura

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WHAT’S ON IN MARLBOROUGH

Friday 8 Marlborough Artisan Wine And Food Market: Over 50 stalls with a huge variety of crafts and product on sale. With everything from jewellery to produce, felt products to fabric art, children’s clothing, wooden toys, mosaics, dreamcatchers and everything inbetween. 9am-3.30pm. Blenheim CBD. Nadia Reid: Join Nadia Reid award-winning singersongwriter celebrated for her intimate musical soundscape and unique voice.

6-11pm. The Plant, 2 Redwood Street.

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 9 Marlborough Wine And Food Festival: Sample a unique selection of worldclass wines and delicious local cuisine.

Including wine tutorials, the Culinary Pavilion, Fashion in the Vines and day long kiwi entertainment. 10.30am6pm. Brancott Estate, Brancott Road.

Tickets available from the Blenehim i-SITE, ASB Theatre Marlborough. Sorry no gate sales.

Bird Safari: Enjoy a guided walk, watching a variety of bird life and other natural history delights at the Wairau Lagoons. Bring your binoculars, suitable shoes and clothing for the conditions, food, water and sunscreen. 8am-12pm. Wairau Lagoons Walkway, Hardings Road.

Booking essential contact nlawler@ doc.govt.nz 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.

Kaipupu Point Cruise and Walk: Enjoy two hours on Kaipupu Point. Take a self-guided walk, enjoy a picnic and explore this beautiful island. Adults $11 and children $6. Two departure options 11.30am or 1.15pm. Today and Sunday, departing from Beachcomber Cruises, corner of London Quay and, Wellington St, Picton.

Sounds of Summer At The Cove: Join singer/songwriter and slide guitarist Steve Mitchell at Punga Cove Resort for an engaging blend of soul, acoustic blues and classic 60’s pop. From 1pm, with free entry. Punga Cove Resort Endeavour Inlet, Marlborough Sounds.

The sun will be shining on the crowd expected to flock to the Brancott Estate tomorrow for the annual Marlborough Wine and Food Festival.

Eastern States Speedway Streetstock Champs: Featuring the Farmlands Streetcar Series Round 3, the Streetstock Bragging Rights and the Stockcar Bash 4 Cash. 6pm. $5-$25. Eastern State Speedway, Vintages Lane, Renwick.

Don’t miss all the action.

Isaiah B Brunt Trio – Voodoo Tour: A night of earthy blues, soul and folk. Featuring Isaiah B Brunt, Mark Hornibrook and D Bruce Aitken.

8.30pm-11.30pm. Le Café, 12-14 London Quay, Picton.

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.

Yealands Estate Marlborough Gallery: Exhibition on show ‘Marlborough Landscapes Photography’ by Jarod Udy. On until March 10. Opening hours 10.30am-4.30pm daily. Marlborough Arts Society, 204 High Street, Blenheim.

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 10 Summer Concert: Allow summer to last that little bit longer. Pack a picnic 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 onsite. 5pm-8pm. Churchill Glade, Pollard Park.

Ulysses Club Ride: Ride to Happy Valley Café for lunch.

11am departure from the south end of the Blenheim Railway Station. Also Thursday Group rides. Meet at Brayshaw Park carpark, 11am. Members and visitors welcome.

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OMAKA AVIATION HERITAGE CENTRE BLENHEIM

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.

Electric Car Group: All electric car owners and prospective owners welcome, bring a picnic lunch. 12.30pm, Whatamango DOC campground, Whatamango Bay. 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.

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A good jet of water can sometimes be an effective way of dealing with insect pests.

GARDENING THIS WEEK Pests in February: By Wally Richards February is our hottest month which means two things, lots of watering and lots of insect pests.

Both these are difficult to keep on top of and if there are water restrictions then the problem becomes greater.

The pest insect problem at this time needs to be tackled as they are sucking the life blood out of your plants and reducing your harvests.

There are some simple ways to handle large infestations of pests on plants such as tomatoes, capsicum, cucumbers etc.

The worst area of infestation is usually the oldest leaves, which are the bottom leaves of the plant. Check these for insect populations, use a magnifying glass if need be. In doing so you maybe amazed at the number of nymphs on the underside of a leaf. Populations that could rival down town New York!

By simply snipping off these leaves you are not only removing a large infestation, you are also allowing the plant to use its generated energy for growth.

Put the removed leaves into a sealed plastic bag and

leave in the sun to cook.

For those that enjoy watering their gardens by hand, this provides the next inexpensive control.

While watering you have an excellent opportunity to check plants for diseases and pests.

If you see pests such as aphids or whitefly on a plant then a nice jet of water will wash them off the foliage. I have used this method for nearly 70 years.

Sometimes it can work so well that there is no need to spray.

Trees which are often too tall to spray can have the pests dislodged with a good jet of water, keeping numbers down till the cold of winter takes over.

Also while hand watering if you see a colony of aphids, say on a rose bud, you can use the old thumb and finger trick to squash them out.

Pests such as leaf hoppers will need to be sprayed as jets of water just move them around. The best spray to use is a combination of Wallys Super Neem Tree Oil, Wallys Super Pyrethrum and Raingard mixed together at the prescribed rates.

If you want to promote

health of the plants while spraying then add Magic Botanic Liquid to the spray.

The pyrethrum is a quick knock down non-selective spray which will break down the nervous system of the insects, obtaining a quick kill. Used at only one mil per two litres of water it is a very strong formulation.

Most fly sprays use the same or similar.

On its own and used at commercial strength, which is 2.5 mils per litre of water, it can be sprayed under eaves for spiders, indoors for flies and fleas.

Also if you have the likes of crickets in the lawn or beetles that are eating foliage at night then spray them directly late in the day or after dusk.

Pyrethrum is very quickly broken down by UV or sunlight so that is why we use it when the sun has gone down and spray it in places such as under eaves where direct light does not reach.

It can then last for weeks instead of a couple of hours.

Neem Oil on the other hand does not directly kill anything as it is not a poison.

Sprayed on the foliage where insects are eating

means they get some of the Neem properties into their guts, which shuts off their ability to eat and they starve to death over several days.

Remember when spraying, spray under the foliage as most pest insects are under the leaves because it is safer there.

You need to look at the re-infestation aspect which means that insects on your target plant are being re-populated by the same insect pests coming from other plants in the area which you have not treated.

It does not mean the sprays are not working, just that as soon as you clean up one lot the next lot move in.

Another non spray method is using the Wallys Neem Tree Granules or Power on the soil in the root zone of plants.

This works incredibly well on citrus trees. Normally after application and an occasional watering, the tree is clean of insect pests in about 6-8 weeks and stays clean for a few months if you used the granules that take longer to break down.

Problems ring me at 0800 466464 (Palmerston North 3570606

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Brad Richards Fitness Centre manager, Clubs of Marlborough  If you could donate $1m to any charity who would you choose and why?

The mental health foundation - More awareness needs to be raised about an illness that is often overlooked or ignored.  What’s your favourite kind of dessert?

Cheesecake - but as a trainer I have to set a good example, so I usually pass on it.  If you could only eat 3 foods for the rest of your life, what would they be?

Sushi, bacon and pistachio nuts.  Favourite programme currently watching?

 When you have a bad day, what do you do to feel better?

Listen to music and do a workout.  What’s the most beautiful place you’ve ever been?

Cook Strait, watching a pod of dolphins swim beside our boat.  What thing do you really wish you could buy right now?

I’m not very materialistic, but would very much like a ticket to see the world on a cruise liner.  What is the best or worst purchase you’ve ever made?

Best purchase was my PT qualification. I do a job I love every day because of it.

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Classifieds Advertising Ph 03 577 7868 Situations Vacant

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M A R L BOROUGH

VINEYARD OPERATORS PERMANENT OR PART TIME

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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MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT COUNCIL

Financial Services Manager

MDC is seeking an enthusiastic Financial Services Manager

Text her your best wishes 027 725 6624 Enjoy your retirement!

Live, work, and play in one of the most picturesque regions of New Zealand. The Marlborough Sounds, mountains, rivers, wine and multiple recreational activities are at your back door.

This along with sun, well developed community facilities, affordable housing, easy commuting and good schooling make Marlborough a great place to live.

Marlborough District Council (a unitary authority) is seeking an enthusiastic Financial Services Manager to join its Finance Leadership Team. Reporting directly to the CFO, you will join an organisation: • that is dynamic and has a direct ability to benefit the people of Marlborough; • with a professional and committed finance team that has the trust of both Councillors and management; • that’s big enough to attract high quality staff while still treating you as a person; and • that will provide lots of challenges and opportunities for you to learn and demonstrate your capability.

To be successful in your application, you will: • be CA qualified with at least ten years relevant experience where you’ve had a broad corporate exposure within either local government or a large complex environment; • have excellent financial management, reporting, business planning, budgeting and leadership skills; • be able to demonstrate that you can: ▫ work collaboratively as part of the wider Council team with an emphasis on achieving organisational, as compared to individual objectives; ▫ identify opportunities for improvement and find creative solutions to problems; ▫ effectively consult and negotiate both internally and externally.

Applications close at 5.00 pm on 18 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 our CFO at martin.fletcher@marlborough.govt.nz.

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KITCHEN HAND ROLE This is a four-on, four-off rotating roster Split shift 7am-2pm, 4pm-8pm If you enjoy working in a team environment and have a passion for the elderly, then we would like to hear from you.

Please email facilitymanager@ashwoodpark.co.nz or call at reception for an application form.

Applications close 12/02/2019

Classifieds Advertising Ph 03 577 7868 Situations Vacant

Gym Manager We are looking for a Manager who will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the gym. You will need to be able to deliver a high level of customer service and manage the member experience. You will be responsible for recruiting, staff selection, training and performance reviews. You will also assist with planning marketing incentives and campaigns/activities.

You will be working with a small team.

If this sounds like you please send your CV to gym.fitnessblenheim@gmail.com

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ARE YOU SPORTS MINDED

WANTED

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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An experienced hairdresser/ stylist or a barber Full time, part time, Call 0274 736948 for more info or send CV to rochelle@beyondthefringe.co.nz

Beauty person Must be solid in Gel Nails, Body Waxing, Pedicure, Spray Tanning Acrylic Nails would be an advantage (Some training can be offered in areas) Call 0274 736948 for more info or send CV to rochelle@beyondthefringe.co.nz

WineWorks Marlborough

2019 Grape Harvest Tractor & Harvester Drivers 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

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General Hand (Part-time)

We have a part-time, permanent vacancy available as a General Hand for our two warehouse & distribution centres.

The successful applicant will be responsible for keeping our warehouses clean and tidy and must be able to operate ride on and walk behind industrial cleaning equipment. They will also be working in our pallet replenishment area – repairing pallets using a nail gun and sawing broken pallets for fire wood.

This position is 3.5 hours per day, working from 6.00am – 9.30am, Monday to Friday. The successful applicant will need to be confident using tools, a chainsaw, and operating a sweeper. We are looking for an all-round handy man/woman and this would ideally suit someone who is semi-retired and looking for some extra work.

Applicants must be a New Zealand Citizen or Resident and must be able to pass a pre-employment drug & alcohol test.

Our HR team can be contacted and will be happy to answer any questions - 03 577 8166 ext. 889 To apply, please email anita.vincent@wineworks.co.nz for a WineWorks application form. Alternatively, you can collect an application form from our front office. A CV must also be submitted.

Applications close 15th February 2019

Cashier/Customer Service

CSR at BP Connect Blenheim This is an exciting chance for a motivated individual who’d like to develop a career in retail!

We are looking for Full Time and Part Time Customer Service Representatives to join our vibrant friendly team. Flexibility to do Night and Weekend shifts are preferred.

To apply submit your application online at bpjobs.co.nz under the Nelson/ Marlborough regional Campaign or bring your CV in store for a quick discussion.

For any questions email us at nzretailrecruitment@bp.com

The Clubs of Marlborough seeks the services of a competent and experienced Cashier to assist with the daily reconciliation of the Club’s numerous tills, gaming and general Club activities. Some customer service is also required.

This is currently a part time position, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, but could be developed into more of a full time role for the right person if needed. Some weekend work will be required to cover annual and sick leave of existing staff.

The successful applicant will need to be able to work as part of a small team as well as unsupervised, be experienced in Excel, clean and accurate in their book work and customer service orientated.

Applications are available from Reception or on request from mrsa@clubsofmarlborough.co.nz Please return completed applications form, covering letter and CV to: The Chief Executive Officer, Clubs of Marlborough 42 Alfred Street, Blenheim or email to ceo@clubsofmarlborough.co.nz

MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT COUNCIL

Library Assistant – Part-Time

The Marlborough District Library has a part time role available for an enthusiastic Library Assistant

Marlborough is a globally-connected district of smart, progressive, high-value enterprises, known for our economic efficiency, quality lifestyle and wellbeing, caring community, desirable location and healthy natural environment.

Marlborough District Council is a dynamic and progressive organisation which prides itself on the professionalism it brings to managing services such as the Marlborough District Library.

The Marlborough District Library has a part time role available for an enthusiastic Library Assistant. This role requires someone that enjoys working in a team, and has a passion for customer service.

The hours of this role are 20 hours per week, with rostered weekend and late night shifts. The hours of work will be: • Monday: 9.00 am – 6.00 pm • Tuesday: 10.00 am – 2.00 pm • Wednesday: 8.30 am - 12.30 pm • Friday: 10.00 am - 2:00 pm You will have excellent front line customer service skills and a natural affinity with people from all walks of life and have a warm and friendly manner. You will be well organised with a great attention to detail. You will also be confident using new technology. If this sounds like you, then please apply.

Applications close at 5.00 pm on 14 February 2019.

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

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

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Following the success of their production Following the success of their The Armedproduction Man, The Marlborough Singers The Armed Man, are about to beginSingers a busy new year.

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Jo Trotter Specialising in fades, flat tops & comb overs Men, Women and children all welcome Cleghorn Street, Redwoodtown

Church Notice LIGHTHOUSE Christian Fellowship Senior Citizens Hall, 166 High Street. Sundays 10 a.m. All welcome. 5785030.

Nativity Anglican Church 76 Alfred Street, Blenheim.

All welcome to our services Thursday - 10am Holy Communion in Barnies Sunday - 8am Traditional Eucharist Service - 10am Family Service Acknowledgements MOORE, Margaret Richardson: The Moore family would like to sincerely thank everyone for all the lovely expressions of sympathy and acknowledgement of the loss of our cherised mother, grandmother and great grandmother Margaret Richardson Moore. We would also like to extend our gratitude to Waterlea Rest Home for the loving care given to Margaret during her time there. To Wairua Hospital and Hospice Marlborough for their wonderful love and care in her final days. as a family we are extremely grateful for the care and comfort provided to both Margaret and all members of her family in this sad time.

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Death Notices MCKAY, Margaret Rae (nee Fisher): January 28, 2019 SPARGO, Amy Janet: February 4, 2019 WALKER, Kerrin Grant: February 1, 2019 WASTNEY, George: NZD3456 (Navy). January 30, 2019

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Births This Week JONES, Brodie Richard: February 4, 2019 PLANT, Joseph Charles: January 17, 2019 LAM, Zara Margaret: January 25, 2019

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SPORT

Friday February 8, 2019

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SPORTS TALK With Jacob Page

Black Clash backlash I had a ticket to the Black Clash event at Hagley Park a fortnight ago, but giving it up for health reasons was the best thing I could have done.

Long story short, my recovery from surgery was slower than I’d hoped and I’d decided I couldn’t hack sitting on grass for five hours.

Initially, I was disappointed to part with my $60 ticket but as the cricket versus rugby cricket

match hit game day, I realised I’d lucked out.

First of all, the game was a cash grab for Duco Events.

You can play for the Lomu/ Crowe Trophy - a shameless attempt to add credibility to the game - but it merely came across as lipstick on a pig.

The game was broadcast live on TVNZ 1.

There goes the motivation to go

to the game (which to be fair was almost a sell out anyway).

The irony of the free-to-air coverage is that most of the players - All Blacks and Black Caps of the past 20 years - could only be seen in the prime of their careers behind Sky’s paywall.

The game itself was of pretty average quality.

I love watching Chris Harris bat and bowl - watching him is one

of the reasons I fell in love with sport as a child 25 years ago but I can watch him for free rolling his arm over at Sydenham Park every Saturday for free if I wanted.

People love nostalgia and if that’s why you purchased a ticket then more power to you but it felt as if the Black Clash refused to stay in its lane.

Ironic it was that the TVNZ 1 news bulletin was curtailed by

30 minutes for such a game and yet sport fans have been starved of free sport on free TV for more than 20 years.

One final thing, the camera angles and ball tracking off the bat was well below accepted standards.

Hopefully that is not an omen for when the network broadcasts the Rugby World Cup in nine months time.

Dressage Champs held at Spring Creek

Youth having great muddy fun at a previous Muddy Buddy event in Havelock. Photo by Jane Miles, Sport Tasman

Buddy up for Muddy Fun Participants in the popular Marlborough Muddy Buddy fun event often struggle for clear visibility as they slip and slide their way around the mudcovered Havelock course.

The same cannot be said of the major benefactors of the 2019 Muddy Buddy, an organisation with a clear eye on the future.

Havelock Vision 20:20 are a local charity chosen by Sport Tasman to benefit from this year’s event, planned for Saturday, February 16.

Although the previous two events have had to be postponed, cyclones in the region affecting the viability of the Havelock estuary site, the 2019 Muddy Buddy will go ahead regardless of the weather.

This year a contingency site has been located to ensure that participants will not be put on hold for a third time.

Sport Tasman, despite being a

not-for-profit organisation itself, is making efforts to align all of their public events with local charities in order to act as a vehicle for worthy community groups to raise awareness for their causes and obtain muchneeded funds.

Consequently they have chosen Havelock Vision 20:20 as the 2019 beneficiary. Havelock Vision 2020 is a charitable trust, formed in March 2010 to benefit the environs and community of Havelock by creating a vision for prioritising projects and the future development of amenities.

Sport Tasman is also providing the trust with operational support through the delivery of the Havelock Community Hub. Sport Tasman events manager Katie Arden said they were looking forward to partnering with Havelock Vision 20:20. “If every person taking part in the Muddy Buddy raised just $20

through asking friends, family and colleagues to sponsor them it would affect real change that would benefit all Havelock residents,” she says.

Havelock Vision 2020 is delighted to be working in partnership with Sport Tasman.

The Trust’s Chair, Barbara Faulls, says Sport Tasman’s offer to make the charity a beneficiary of the 2019 Marlborough Muddy Buddy will potentially be a huge boost.

“Any funds raised will go towards our efforts to upgrade the community swimming facilities,” Barbara says.

“This event is one that captures the heart of everyone involved. It is incredible fun and offers participants the chance to get up close and personal with the estuary!”

Tickets are $10 per person, you can register as a team of up to 10 people, and there is also a family ticket package of $35 for

up to 5 people (2 adults max).

While registration fees are necessary to cover rising event costs and administration, fund raising platform ‘Givealittle’ has been chosen to assist participants in their fundraising activities.

All participants can donate via their own personalised fundraising page linked to the main event and those choosing not to get muddy can also donate by heading to https:// givealittle.co.nz/cause/muddybuddy-fundraiser-communityswimming Organisers are looking to provide a prize for the fundraiser who is most active online and raises the most for the cause.

Any organisations that are able to support by way of donations for spot prizes should contact Katie at Sport Tasman on 03 923 2311. All details to be found at www.sporttasman.org. nz/marlboroughmuddybuddy

The Marlborough Pony Club recently hosted the South Island leg of the 2019 New Zealand Pony Club Association Dressage Championship at the Marlborough Equestrian Park in Spring Creek.

Five teams from Pony Club areas in the South Island participated: Marlborough Nelson West Coast (MNWC), Canterbury (C), Ashburton South Canterbury North Otago (ASCNO) and Otago Southland (OS), and Wellington -Wairarapa (WW) also decided to make the journey across Cook Strait this year.

The Marlborough Nelson West Coast team was made up from three Marlborough riders and one Nelson rider. The team was Anneke Gerrie and Moves Like Jagger from Nelson Bays Pony Club, Georgia Straight from Awatere Pony Club on The Lone Emperor, Carys Gale on MF Zanbuck and Emily Cowan on Windsor Merrylegs both from Blenheim Pony Club.

All girls rode extremely well under hot, windy conditions and competition was extremely close in all grades.

Emily Cowan posted great scores to come in second in both her tests, coming away with the NZ Pony Breeders Sash.

The winners of the South Island competition were Canterbury, who are also the reigning NZPCA Dressage Champions from 2018.

As the North Island event is yet to be held, no final placings have been confirmed.

Cuddon Cycling events Cuddon Cycling meets this evening, Friday, at 5.30pm 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 Saturday meet at Seddon at 1.30pm for the Cycle World Stage Race Series.

Event No 4 of six. Stage one, 2km TT Seaview Hill Climb, stage two, 25km Seaview Course, stage three 5km TT, stage four 8km. Open $5, junior $3. All riders welcome. Please assemble at 1pm cnr Wakefield and Goulter St. On Monday meet at Athletic Park at 5.30pm for track cycling. Warm-up and setup from 5.30pm, racing from 6pm. Club Champs 500m and 1000m TT. Open and junior events. Track bikes available. Suitable for age 10 upwards. All riders welcome.

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Friday February 8, 2019

New school starts at Omaka Marae Day one of the school year is always cause for excitement, but at Te Pa Wananga the happy faces and screams of delight were next level.

Nestled in the grounds of Omaka Marae on the outskirts of Blenheim, Te Pa Wananga is Marlborough’s first Maori medium unit to be based at a marae, and welcomed its founding students in a moving and emotional ceremony at the start of the school year.

It was a day that has been a long time coming – and it will not be easily forgotten.

“We have waited so long to be able to have the opportunity for our babies to be educated in an environment where tikanga and Te Ao Maori is at the heart of the curriculum,” marae general manager, Kiley Nepia, says.

“And finally, that day is here. This is hugely significant for us, our tamariki, for education in the Wairau and for our future.”

Te Pa Wananga has been championed by Omaka Marae for a number of years under its strategic vision of developing a thriving and sustainable marae.

As part of this process

Whaea Virgil Hill at the Omaka Marae school with the youngest student Malakai Bird, and eldest student Manaia Bird.

Omaka Marae approached Renwick School to consider partnering with Te Pa Wananga until the marae was in a position to develop it into a stand-alone school.

The Ministry of Education announced funding for the new two-classroom unit in June 2017, after two years of discussions.

Seed funding from Te Putahitanga o Te Waipounamu was used to develop the pro-

posal, and the marae also sought whanau input along the way.

Renwick School principal Simon Heath says it has been a privilege to be involved.

“This is a big deal,” he told the students.

“I’ve been in education for 39 years and in my whole career, I’ve not seen anything that exists in New Zealand like this.

“This is serious business

– you are trailblazers and together we are going to make our mark. You are the foundation for everything Te Pa Wananga will be in the future.”

Virgil Hill will lead the new school, supported by teaching and support staff Huanoa Potiki and Carleen Phillips, Maori educationist Rita Powick and Te Pa Wananga cultural advisor Kiley Nepia.

Too many crashes at intersections A concerning trend in Marlborough lately is the number of crashes at intersections. Around 75 percent of all crashes recorded annually by Police in Marlborough occur at intersections.

Some of the more common crash intersections over the last few months are Ross Lane and State Highway 1 at Grovetown, the roundabout at Weld Street and Alabama Road and the intersection at George and Seymour Streets.

Very few people would set out with the intention of having a crash... so why are so many crashes occurring at intersections?

The common causes are: a loss of concentration; distraction; assuming that the way will be clear; failing to slow sufficiently to be able to stop; misjudging the distance of an approaching vehicle.

Safe driving at intersections requires some forethought. If you regularly approach intersections without preparing for the probability of meeting another vehicle, you’ll likely become a crash statistic yourself.

Having a crash is messy,

Community constable Russ Smith

expensive, really inconvenient and there is the risk of serious injury and permanent disability to you and others.

When driving, as you approach an intersection slow down to a speed where you can safely stop.

Ensure you have time to see all approaches clearly before deciding to proceed – use your indicator on the approach if turning or before leaving a roundabout.

Stop and remain stopped if there are any vehicles approaching.

Only proceed if you are certain that the way is clear.

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