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New school opens

By Bill McElhinney “This is a place where we know the education is personally tailored to our children’s needs.”

These comments come from Bruce and Neroli Vallance whose daughters, Amelia and Grace, are pupils at Blenheim’s Richmond View School.

On Monday the Elim-integrated school officially opened a Year 9 classroom for its first group of secondary students.

Grace is one of the Year 9 students, and Bruce and Neroli are

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delighted she can continue her education at Richmond View.

“The girls have been there since Year One,” Neroli says, “and they get individual learning and mentoring from the teachers, which allows them to develop at their own pace.”

“And that is underpinned by the Christian faith,” Bruce says.

“Our children learn a Christian worldview and we know they will develop good character and leave school ready to be good citizens of the world.”

Continued on page 2.

Richmond View Year Nine pupils outside their new classroom with teachers Leah Pigou and Julian Adamson.

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Richmond View expands Continued from page 1.

The faith-based secondary school has 16 students in its new secondary class, and on Monday each one was presented with a badge signifying that they were pioneers at the school.

They will progress to become the first Year 13 class in 2023, when the current school roll of 145 is expected to grow to 345.

“But it will be gradual growth,” Board of trustees chairman Mike Ponder, told those at the opening.

The secondary school is likely to be built in three stages over the next five to seven years.

“We’re state-integrated, which means that all the buildings have to be funded by the proprietor, which is the Elim Church,” Principal Dave Pauling says.

Richmond View School first applied to become an area school, years 1 – 13, 12 years ago.

Year nine pupils look on as Mayor John Leggett, accompanied by Mayoress Anne Best, prepares to cut the ribbon at the opening of the new Richmond View Middle and Senior School.

The school’s second application was granted by the Ministry of Education in May last year.

Dave says the decision to proceed followed three rounds of consultation, during which 100 per cent of the school families voted in favour of the expansion.

The ministry has made it clear that the changes at Richmond View do not affect any decisions around Marlborough Boys’ and Girls’ Colleges, Dave says.

“We have consulted with other Marlborough schools, and have had excellent support from them.”

Leah Pigou and Julian Adamson, both experienced high school teachers, have joined the Richmond View teaching and leadership team.

The school offers full NCEA courses, Christian Schools New Zealand (CSNZ) Certificate university entrance and qualified non-university.

Stay fire safe in the summer heat

By Blenheim Community Constable Russ Smith On Monday at about 2.15pm Fire and Emergency and the Police were directed to a house fire in Stephenson Street.

Because of tinder-dry conditions in Marlborough at present, fire staff worked quickly to knock the fire down and prevent it from spreading into the adjoining flat, but also onto other nearby properties.

Initially the road was closed between Taylor Crescent and Tremorne Avenue, with residents living in the immediate vicinity being asked to vacate their properties and wait in a

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safe area outside the cordon.

It was established shortly afterwards by the fire staff that no-one had been caught in the fire.

Unfortunately, the affected flat was badly damaged and left uninhabitable with smoke and water damage caused to the adjoining flat.

Fire investigators and Police were back at the scene of the fire on Tuesday morning to try and establish the cause of the blaze.

Police are asking that everyone takes extra care over the summer and considers avoiding anything that could result in a fire.

With hot, dry conditions a carelessly discarded cigarette, a spark from a mower-blade or a brazier, a hot exhaust pipe on dry grass under a vehicle or any similar thing could lead to an uncontrolled fire.

Police are also asking members of the public using the Taylor River Reserve area to keep an eye out for suspicious behaviour and report any suspected arson or fire to the Fire Service and Police via 111.

And remember, there is restricted access to the Wither Hills Farm Park, with all upper tracks closed to the public.

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Friday February 22, 2019

Boys at the brewery celebrate their 1000th

By Bill McElhinney It was a time for celebration and reminiscing at the Blenheim Renaissance Brewery on Wednesday as the brewers laid down their 1000th brew in the company of former Renaissance brewers.

“It’s going to be a Heritage Imperial Porter,” brewer Sean Moss says, “using eight different malts and a variety of hops.”

Former Renaissance brewers Jim Holly, Matt Dainty, Jason Bathgate and Soren Eriksen were there for the celebrations, swapping yarns about their experiences and the burgeoning craft brewing scene.

Jim is now brewing for Twisted Hop in Wigram; Matt is brewing for Boneface in Upper Hutt; Jason is with McLeods Brewery in Northland; and Soren has his 8 Wired brewery based in Northland.

Californians Andy Deuchars and Brian Thiel took over an historic 160-year-old brewery on Dodson St in 2005.

The brewery is situated in the oldest commercial building in Blenheim. Over the years it has housed an ice cream factory, a malt house, two very famous Marlborough wineries (Grove Mill and Whitehaven) and now a craft brewery.

Andy came to Marlborough intending to become a winemaker, but swapped grape for grain and set about creating craft beer in what was then a relatively small market.

Then there were only 30 breweries operating in New Zealand. Now there are more than 250.

Setting up a beer brewing business in the heart of Marlborough’s wine country may have seemed an odd choice, but as Andy has often

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Racecourse 100 years in doubt A lively meeting took place at Waterlea racecourse on Thursday where locals voiced their concerns at Marlborough Racing Club losing their racing fixture from 2020.

The same year the club will host it’s 100 year anniversary.

Local lawyer Peter Radich spoke on behalf of the Marlborough Racing Club Inc as well as Mayor John Leggett for the community.

The Messara Report into the New Zealand Racing Industry, has highlighted a number of racecourses to be closed in 2020.

Bernard Saundry CEO for NZTR addressed the meeting and made it clear that if the club or Waterlea racecourse closed this would not be a ‘land grab’ by NZTR, it won’t happen he told the meeting.

See Wednesday Sun for a more indepth story.

Trees need a drink The dry days make life hard for our street trees and although watering is carried out regularly by contractors, the Marlborough District Council says trees would also benefit from a helping hand from residents.

So keep an eye on the tree outside your place - if it’s looking dry give it a drink, early in the morning or late in the evening. Water with a hand-held hose or a watering can - let the water soak in.

Using recycled water from the bath or sink is a good idea.

Renaissance brewers Andy Deuchars and Sean Moss inspect the beginnings of their 1000th brew, a Heritage Imperial Porter.

said: “It takes a lot of beer to make good wine!”

The pair became pioneers of New Zealand’s craft brewing industry, winning accolades and awards, but in 2017 the company announced they were going into voluntary administration.

As news of the company’s trou-

bles spread, Christchurch-based liquor distributor Brandhouse stepped in, with Brandhouse founder Jason Dellaca, of the Dellaca family (which founded Postie Plus), saying the brewery was a “perfect match” for what Brandhouse already had.

The future now looks brighter

for Renaissance as Andy and Sean oversee the 5000 litres of their 1000th brew.

And in the meantime, they are coming out with more new brews of varying styles, one of the latest being Brut IPA, a spritzy, dry beer brewed with ale malt and Moutere, Pacifica and Motueka hops.

Another free concert The Marlborough 4 Fun Summer Concer t Series continues this weekend with a free family friendly and alcohol-free event concert on the Picton Foreshore, from 2pm to 4pm. Fantastic stage entertainment including Wellington Band Cover Story, children’s activities and food refreshments on offer.

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Friday February 22, 2019

Womens’ commitment to World Day of Prayer

By Aimee O’Hagan On the first day of March every year, women from across the globe – including Blenheim, Picton, and other surrounding districts, as well as the rest of New Zealand - gather together for the World Day of Prayer.

The annual event is a way of joining women from across different denominations, such as Blenheim’s Catholic, Presbyterian, Methodist, Anglican, and Salvation Army churches,

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to pray about issues women struggle with around the world.

Each year, the service is written by women from a different country to the year before. Slovenia is the host country for 2019.

“The women of Slovenia share their hopes and fears, joys and sorrows, opportunities and needs on the World Day of Prayer,” comments Beth Sowden, Committee Convenor for the event.

“This is then circulated around the world.”

This connection between both national and international churches means everyone involved can pray collectively, about the same issues, and on the same day.

Selected from a list of churches who participated the year before, one lucky church is chosen to host the event. St Ninian’s Presbyterian Church has been picked this year, and calls for people from all corners of Marlborough to come and attend.

Not only are they passionate about prayer, but the women are also very welcoming to anyone new thinking of making an appearance. “If you are passing by, come inside for a cup of tea!” Beth

A small number of the many women planning on attending the World Day of Prayer: From back left Margaret Jarman, Mary Doig, Gloria Jones, Marie Spencer, Barbara Borgfeldt. From front left - Valerie Nicholsen, Dawn Neal, Jan Poswillo, Kathy Peacock, Beth Sowden, Anne Gillespie, Ngaire Kendrew.

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To these women, this is precisely what the World Day of Prayer is all about: bringing a community of people together.

“We really need to know each other better in the community,”

Beth mentions. She thinks that the World Day of Prayer truly provides everybody - especially women - with an avenue of doing just so.

“It’s all about communication.

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nects people,” Mary Doig, who plans on attending the World Day of Prayer, says.

This year’s service is to be held on Friday the 1st of March at 10am, at St Ninian’s Presbyterian Church on Alabama Rd.

Pre-schoolers play for heart foundation

By Megan Connolly Young children from ABC Mayfield Preschool were out enjoying some fun physical activity at Lansdowne Park recently, raising funds for the Heart Foundation.

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Sun Business Update

Needing Top-Quality Eyecare?

It’s A Good Eye-dea To Go See Dr Graeme French Blenheim’s only resident Consultant Ophthalmologist, Dr Graeme French, wants to set the record straight: he is not thinking of going into retirement.

Not quite yet, anyway.

Having worked as an ophthalmologist in Blenheim for 20+ years, Graeme has balanced his time between Wairau Hospital and running his own independent clinic; now, after all this time, he has decided to simply be stationed at his own private clinic on Hutcheson Street.

“The same things are going on, I’m just no longer at the hospital,” Graeme mentions. Just like at the hospital, Graeme does ongoing, regular eye checks and operations.

In fact, Graeme and his team at Dr Graeme French Blenheim Eye Clinic specialise in cataracts, glaucoma, eye injuries, diabetic surveillance, lid surgery, paediatric ophthalmology and macula degeneration.

According to Graeme, one in seven people over the age of fifty are at risk of Macular Degeneration. “A major part of my work is dealing with clients who have this condition,” Graeme says. It is important to Graeme and his team that they do the best job they can at helping their clients manage it.

The most rewarding part of his profession, Graeme comments, is “having people I’ve operated on see really well – the effect of cataract surgery can be immediate.” It is no wonder the successful Consultant Ophthalmologist is so popular, recommended by many clients.

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Friday February 22, 2019

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

Molesworth wilding pine control pushes ahead Spreading wilding conifers at Molesworth Station are being contained with the help of government funding.

Marlborough District Council biosecurity manager Jono Underwood says old pine plantings at Tarndale left a devastating legacy of seedlings that have spread and grown, seeding further into the station’s surrounding pasture and dryland ecosystems.

Now, with help from the National Wilding Conifer Control Programme, the Council, Landcorp Farming and DOC are pushing back the spread, and have begun to remove some of the denser infestations.

“Before the programme, wilding conifer spread was getting out of control on Molesworth, but the extra investment has given us a chance to get on top of it,” Jono says. “It has given us greater confidence that these infestations can be reigned in.”

Work to date has involved searching Molesworth’s ridges, gullies and peaks by helicopter and applying herbicide to the stem of each tree. In some denser stands on flatter ground, a digger is used to pull out the trees.

“Every technique is being looked at, to balance the cost of dealing with such a large area.”

Pictured are Principal Rural Fire Officer John Foley with Mayor John Leggett

Tracks closed – Wither Hills and Victoria Domain The hot, dry summer has forced the closure of Wither Hills Farm Park’s upper tracks in Blenheim, and Victoria Domain’s upper tracks in Picton. Tirohanga Track, Picton, is also closed.

Wither Hills walkers are asked to stay on the lower tracks around the town boundary only, and not to venture up the gully or ridge paths.

Victoria Domain walkers are asked to use only the lower Bob’s Bay

track or the lower Picton to Waikawa (marina to marina) track.

Please pay attention to warning signs. In a fire, the closed tracks could be deadly.

All landowners need to be cautious with mowing, scrub cutting and vegetation clearance.

Fire and Emergency New Zealand recommends that all non-essential spark-hazardous work is rescheduled until the weather is cooler.

Positive Ageing – Protect your personal information

Water restrictions for Picton High demand for water and low water levels in the Essons Valley Dam means water sprinkler restrictions are now in place for households on the Picton water supply.

Properties with an even-numbered street address can use a sprinkler on even-numbered calendar days; properties with an odd-numbered street address may use a sprinkler on odd-numbered calendar days.

Restrictions are in place until further notice.

• Don’t leave automatic irrigation systems

running for long periods • If you have a timer, irrigate at night between the hours of 10.00 pm and 5.00 am, on your allocated day.

• Take short showers • Fix leaks and dripping taps • Wash clothes and dishes on full load • Download the Council’s Antenno app to receive water alerts.

Call the Council on 03 520 7400 if your property has no street number.

Renwick water shutdown on Sunday 3 March Renwick’s water supply will be shut off for maintenance overnight on Sunday 3 March from 10.00 pm until Monday 4 March at 4.00 am.

The shutdown will affect properties in High Street west of Inkerman Street,

including Nelson Place. All affected properties will receive notification via a flyer in their letterbox the week before the shutdown.

All other properties will still have water, at a reduced pressure.

Notification of Meetings – February and March 2019 The following meetings are open to the public and anyone is welcome to attend. Copies of the agendas will be available online and at Council’s Office, 15 Seymour Street.

• Council Thursday, 28 February 2019 at 9.00 am

• Environment Committee Thursday, 14 March 2019 at 9.00 am • Assets & Services Committee Thursday, 14 March 2019 at 1.30 pm The times and dates may be subject to change, please contact Nicole Chauval, Committee Secretary, Ph: 03 520 7400 for confirmation.

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Promptly report the loss of any personal identity document like a passport or driver’s license.

Don’t carry around all your personal charge cards or ID cards – only take what you need on a daily basis.

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Never give out your credit card details on the telephone.

Store personal identity documents like a passport in a secure, locked place.

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Proposed Road Stopping 487 Middle Renwick Road, Blenheim In exercise of the power contained in section 342(1)(a) of the Local Government Act 1974, and in accordance with the Tenth Schedule of that Act, public notice is hereby given that the Marlborough District Council proposes to stop a portion of legal road containing 1.0584 ha adjoining Lot 1 DP 1447 Marlborough Land District, and shown as Section 1 on plan SO 532098.

Explanation The portion of road is unformed and effectively inside the natural boundary of the property at 487 Middle Renwick Road, Blenheim; it has been used over the years as part of that property but never as road.

Purpose Should the road stopping be

Street Address: Phone: 03 520 7400 15 Seymour Street Fax: 03 520 7496 Email: mdc@marlborough.govt.nz Blenheim 7201 New Zealand

completed the land will be transferred to and amalgamated with the adjoining landowner’s title at market value.

Further information Further details of the proposed road stopping, including the plan of survey showing the portion of road to be stopped, may be inspected at the office of the Marlborough District Council, Seymour Street, Blenheim.

Anyone wishing to object to this proposed stopping can submit a written objection to the Council no later than 5.00 pm, Thursday 4 April 2019. The submissions should be addressed to Nicole Chauval, Committee Secretary, Marlborough District Council, PO Box 443, Blenheim 7240 or email nicole.chauval@ marlborough.govt.nz

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Friday February 22, 2019

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Cruise ship question

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What is there to do in Blenheim??

A question regularly asked of us when in town by people off a cruise ship who have taken the Marlborough Flyer and are left with up to 2 hours before the train goes back to Picton.

The Sun YoRock Rock found; dark blue yin/yang rock found in Spring Creek. On back; YoRock#Marlborough Rocks. Sorry, I don’t have internet so thanking you through The Sun.

Negative politics

Rights of the people, 100% agree (letters to the editor, Feb 6 Wednesday Sun).

No matter what side of the political fence you stand its hard not to notice that National in opposition has contributed nothing towards trying to make NZ a better place.

Big companies worldwide train their sales people to sell their product on its merit, not by bagging the opposition yet every night on the news we see Bridges, Bennett, Collins and Co doing just that toward any initiative, good or bad proposed by Govt without offering any ideas of their own on how to improve the country.

They must realise that without anything constructive and positive to offer they’re going to spend another term in opposition. That’s probably a good thing while they’re dealing in negative politics.

I feel they’re more concerned with protecting their own personal positions than working for the good of NZ. No wonder young people don’t vote!

Freezing

Eyesore on Warwick

All black biking Fridays paper (Feb 1) back page, sport advisor riding a black bike and dressed in all black gear. Dumb.

Investors beware Anyone with money in CFD Corporate beware, it’s a scam, withdraw your money now before they steal it.

100% agree

Bus shelter at iSite is useless, you freeze.

Doesn’t block out wind.

Goal posts If the NZ - China relationship is at a new low.

Guess who moved the goal posts. China

Would like to point out the smashed up car on Warwick street. It’s been sitting there since before Xmas, come on owners about time you got rid of it.

It’s such an eyesore and for the damage on there I would hate for a cyclist to cut themselves on it.

Get finance I wonder how many males get asked when looking for a new car ...if you can’t afford it you can get finance and pay it off.

Just because I’m female, don’t you think we have money car dealers?

Laughable

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I would like to point out to the MARLBOROUGH EXPRESS PAPER, your mid week property inset is twice the size of the paper...

It’s the same with the Saturday Express....

Free as they may be ...it’s become laughable.

Looks fantastic Enjoyed watching the progress at the front of the Grovetown Hotel. Looks fantastic. Love the stone work. Well done.

Never forget Sad start to the year. Julie Macdonell, I met you only a few times but will never forget your smile and blue eyes. Sad!

Beaver speed bump So the council agreed to trial the speed bump on Beaver Road? Did they actively consult with the residents who are immediately affected?

This done at what cost to the ratepayers?

Where are stats showing the real cycle users of this costly community debacle?

Next we might see a dedicated ‘beaver slalom course’ encouraging and promoting cycling skills!

Script costs Lost script. Checked everywhere. No can find.

Phone centre. ‘Yes, it’s on the computer, pop in and pick up the copy. Here you are, that’s $26, thanks.’

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Missing hose To the person who removed the hose from Brayshaw Park. I hope your lawn is OK, when it’s green enough can you please return it.

My lawn needs it.

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You know who you are To the driver of yellow station wagon in Picton Monday. You know who you are, we had words.

My dashcam footage shows that you changed lanes without indicating, thus cutting me off, didn’t stop at the stop sign, failed to give way to 2 vehicles on one way bridge then did a u turn without indicating outside the school.

I certainly hope you don’t drive like that with your children in the car. It leaves a lot to be desired.

Don’t need more litter I was shocked this morning to see a postie removing advertising material from a letter box and dropping it on the ground so he could get his mail in. I did replace it. We don’t need anymore litter!

It’s a mess I think MDC is looney with the closing of Market St. Come on, playground and hammocks instead of easy access to shopping.

A suggestion for the executive types in their comfortable offices. Get in a car and drive the main roads between 3 and 5. It’s a mess.

Re Saving Para swamp Fish an game saved Para swamp from what?

Para swamp once was full of flax then crack willow now it’s full of nothing. Maybe they should start saving the Wairau River but this time the stickers should say “save the Wairau stop planting grapes”

Enormous respect I have enormous respect, thanks and admiration for all of the firemen, firewomen and volunteers who have been fighting the fires in the Tasman area but I was shocked to see when we were shown on tv a firewoman with all of her safety clothing etc and her beautiful long curly hair out from under her helmet.

I would hate to hear that one of our brave people had been burnt helping others.

Shouldn’t any hair long or short be contained under their helmet?

Please stay safe you precious people.

Re Closed meetings No worries the MDC must record and provide details under the OIA, just as the councillors must supply all contact with constituents.

That’s IF they obey the law, or is it being ‘naughty’, oh, not again! Ahem!

Hire fire risk Tried dining Valentine’s day lunch with my husband at Alan Scott. In dining courtyard a tourist on FM Naclan Coaches lit a cigarette near diners, smoked til end then stubbed in outside garden.

Alan Scott staff run off feet so busy. Why don’t Naclan tourist driver prewarn arrogant passengers when boarding about our high fire risk often started from cigarette buts.

And no smoking in restaurants. That tourist is disrespectful and should be deported, or placed on duty fighting Nelson fire.

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Friday February 22, 2019

The Force is with these budding soccer stars

By Bill McElhinney Football fan and long-serving Air Force aircraft engineer, Dave Turner, wanted to leave a legacy programme to help and encourage young players.

So Dave, an aircraft maintenance instructor at RNZAF Base Woodbourne, approached the Defence Force with an idea.

“I wanted to set up a football academy for youngsters that was free – no fees,” Dave says.

D a ve , w h o h a s c o a c h e d Marlborough and Tasman teams as well as working for New Zealand Football, says players joining academies have to pay fees.

“I approached the Defence Force with a plan to set up a fee free academy and they agreed to trial it,” Dave, who has spent 30 years with the British and New Zealand Air Force, says.

As a result 22 five to seven-yearolds gathered at the Base playing field last week for their first coaching session.

The youngsters were issued with new blue shirts bearing the RNZAF Academy logo and then set off for a training session with Dave and Base staff, sergeant Stew Sloan, sergeant Andrew Gilberd and sergeant Kirsten Pease.

There was a good turnout for the first training run for the new Air Force Football Academy at Base Woodbourne. Keen young players are pictured here with Base staff, from, left: sergeant Stew Sloan, sergeant Andrew Gilberd, academy founder and coach Dave Turner and sergeant Kirsten Pease.

“The Woodbourne Football Club supplied the shirts,” Dave says, “and Renwick doctor Buzz Burrell paid to have the logos printed on them.

“We also got a great deal on a bunch of footballs from Robin

Mitchell at Mitchell Sports.

“The kids really enjoyed the first session and the parents who came along to watch thought it was great, too.”

Dave says membership of the academy is open to anyone; it’s not

scheme, and if it is successful, it will be extended to Army and Navy bases.

“The Defence Force wants to connect more with local communities, and this is one positive way of doing it,” Dave says.

Creative Kids turns four

Jason Haggerty, driving the newly acquired GP Hydroplane, Lady Liz, will be one to watch out for at the powerboat racing on Lake Rotoiti this weekend.

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Big boats racing at Rotoiti this weekend

By Bill McElhinney The big boats will be roaring across Lake Rotoiti this weekend as they compete in the National Regatta, a powerboat racing extravaganza The Rotoiti Powerboat Club is hosting one of the biggest powerboat events on the New Zealand circuit, with over 60 entries confirmed for Saturday and Sunday events.

One of the highlights will be the GP Hydroplane class with the Lupton family from Waverley having been a dominant force in the sport over the years with their boats.

Ken Lupton in Lucas Oils has just won the Masport Cup at Lake Karapiro.

“After a few seasons with teething problems, his boat, producing close to 2500 horsepower, is

just for Base staff.

“We’ll be able to use the Base facilities, for our training sessions,” Dave says.

Dave, who also coaches the Air Force senior men’s side, says the Woodbourne academy is a pilot

really flying,” club spokesman Joe Blakiston says.

“These boats produce a 300 metre rooster tail and hit speeds up to 280kmh, so it is an amazing sight, seeing a full field heading to the start line on the lake,” Joe says.

“Watch out for a bolter which may come from Jason Haggerty, driving the newly acquired GP Hydroplane, Lady Liz. “The Haggerty clan mean business this year and have a great boat and engine package and won the prestigious AE Baker Trophy and a 2nd in the Masport Cup two weeks ago in his first outing, so they will be a boat to watch”.

Local hopes for National titles sit with Phillip Stilwell driving Total in the Formula 1 class, Lee Merrion in Huntsman, the current North Island junior Clubman champion, and Chris Dufeu in his

well performed Formula 3 Boat Dark Horse.

“Continuing the Stilwell racing tradition, James Stilwell will be making his first nationals appearance in the Junior Clubman ranks, and several other club drivers are expected to perform well over the weekend,” Joe says.

‘We acknowledge the great help we have received from DOC which enables us to continue racing in this National Park.”

Racing starts both days at 10am.

Entry is $10 for adults, children under 12 are free.

“Please respect the DOC environment, no dogs or drones are permitted at the lake, and please take your rubbish home with you,” Joe says.

“We expect around 2000 people and parking will be at a premium so, plan to get there early.”

By Megan Connolly The Creative Kids Trust, which was set up to help the young people of Marlborough cope and recover from the effects of the Kaikoura earthquakes through music therapy, is celebrating its fourth anniversary this week.

“I think it’s lovely that we’ve been out in the community for four years and now the community is better educated about what we do,” founding director, Liz McKay, says.

The non-profit charity is the only one in the country which offers music therapy for children with differences.

They have come a long way since they began in 2015 where their first session was “oversubscribed”.

Since then, they have tripled the size of their pilot programme and have fundraised to help more than 100 children in the Marlborough community.

“We’ve created a community where children can be themselves,”

Liz says.

Creative Kids have taken their art into the community too by placing a street piano at the Marlborough District Library from spring to autumn that is covered in art.

They also run a programme called Gift of Guitars, which takes guitars into schools and teaches students who wouldn’t usually get to the opportunity to learn, Liz says.

Creative Kids hopes to raise more funds so that they can continue to grow and help as many lives that they can.

“It’s been a great four years and the community has a better understanding of what we do.”

“The outcomes are what it’s all about and see the wee faces light up. I don’t think there is anything purer,” Liz says.

If you would like to lend a hand or support Creative Kids Trust, contact Sara Rogerson at sararogerson@gmail.com.

Creative Kids Trust has been bringing music therapy to the children of Marlborough for four years. Pictured at the Creative Kids' piano at the Marlborough District Library, Gracie McKay-Simpson and Hero Newman.

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Friday February 22, 2019

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Visit the heart of Marlborough’s wine country

New bullock now outside Renwick Museum The new steampunk-inspired Bullock has been recently placed out the front of the Renwick Museum for the public to finally see.

And according to Renwick Museum Committee member Ray Welburn, it’s already attracting a lot of attention from the locals, especially the young ones.

“Children love it.

“They keep running up to it and stroking it. They’re fascinated by it!” Ray says.

The new bullock was constructed out of a variety of pieces from around the district by Paul Sherwood from Mad Metal Art and Engineering after the original was destroyed by a drunk driver last year.

A mural is set to be painted on the front and side of the building in the coming months by local artists,

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It took several people to place the heavy steampunk inspired bullock out the front of the Renwick The new Bullock has found it's new home Museum recently. outside the Renwick Museum.

Ray says.

Designed by a local landscaper, the area surrounding the Bullock will have a Wairau inspired

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“It will be an icon for years to come.”

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Friday 22 Library Bumper Book Sale: With something for everyone from adult fiction, non-fiction and large print titles through to magazines and children’s books. Be sure to get in quickly before they disappear. Today, Saturday and Sunday. Open library hours.

Optimist Challenge 2019 And Port Marlborough Starling Regatta: Don’t miss three days of spectacular racing. Fantastic for spectators, refreshments available all day. Today and Saturday 9am-6pm, Sunday 9am-5pm.

Queen Charlotte Yacht Club, Shelley Beach, Picton.

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: Exhibition on show Contemporary Edge. Featuring seven New Zealand artists, prominent and emerging, diverse in approach and media. On until March 2. 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 23 Relay For Life Marlborough: An inspirational overnight team event celebrating those who have fought cancer, remembering loved ones lost to cancer and a unique opportunity to come together as a community to fight back against cancer. Raising funds for Cancer Society Marlborough. 4pm6am. Giesen Sports and Event Centre, 8 Uxbridge Street, Renwick.

Tua Marina Rodeo: Don’t miss the 70th Anniversary and final Tua Marina Rodeo Showdown.

With plenty on offer from bucking broncos and bulls through to vintage machinery, activities for children and entertainment for all. Food will be available on site. Adults $10, children $5, Family pass $25, under 5 free. 12pm.

48 Thomas Road, Tua Marina.

Te Hoiere Seagull Fleet Hikoi: Take a journey up and around Twiddles Island and back to Havelock Marina. With light refreshments at the Havelock Hotel to complete the trip.

Compulsory requirements a sense of humour, trusty British seagull to power your boat and life jackets for all participants. 11am, Havelock Marina.

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

The 70th and final Tua Marina Rodeo is on tomorrow at Thomas Road, Tua Marina. Gates open at 12pm and the festivities start from 1pm. 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.

Health And Wellness Expo: Join local businesses for a day of information, free samples and better health. Gold coin entry. 10am-3pm.

Port Marlborough Pavilion, Endeavour Park, 181 Waikawa Road, Picton.

Marlborough Horticultural Society Late Summer Show: Offering plant sales and lots of glorious blooms to admire. 9am-4pm.

Entry $2. St Christopher’s Anglican Church, 92 Weld Street.

Eastern State Speedway: Featuring the New Zealand Production Saloon Grand Prix, the Streetstock Holden vs Ford and the Richmond Vehicle Testing Station Da$h 4 Ca$h Sidecars. 6pm. $5-$25. Eastern State Speedway, Vintages Lane, Renwick. Don’t miss all the action.

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.

RikTheMost – A Special Night Of Spoken Word Poetry: Enjoy a special night of spoken word featuring international artist RikTheMost. $10 entry at the door, 7.30pm. Picton Little Theatre, Dublin Street, Picton.

Sounds of Summer At The Cove: Join legendary Kiwi singer-songwriter Sarah Brown at Punga Cove. From

1pm, with free entry. Punga Cove Resort Endeavour Inlet, Marlborough Sounds.

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.

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 ‘Jarod Udy’s Marlborough Landscapes. Stunning landscape photography by local Jarod Udy is not to be missed. On until March 10. Opening hours 10.30am4.30pm 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

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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.

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.

Sunday 24 Summer Concert: Pack a picnic and enjoy an afternoon on the Picton Foreshore. With free entertainment for the whole family including live music, children’s zone and virtual helicopter tours. Food trucks will be onsite. 2pm-4pm.

Picton Foreshore.

Explore Kaikoura Heritage Tour: An epic bus tour with historian John Orchard. Highlights include Ward Beach earthquake uplift, Ohau Point, Kaikoura Museum, Fyffe House Whaling Museum and South Bay. $25-$50.

BYO food and drink, and suitable clothing. Meet at the Brayshaw Heritage Park car park at 8:15am. Bookings essential phone 5781712 or info@ marlboroughmuseum.org.nz.

Ulysses Club Ride: Ride to Kekerengu for lunch. 11am departure from the south end of the Blenheim Railway Station. Also

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The Cancer Society's Relay For Life is on at the Giesen Sports and Events Centre in Renwick, starting at 4pm tomorrow and going through until 6am on Sunday. The Relay is a fun overnight fundraising event for the Cancer Society that brings communities together to celebrate and remember the lives of those who have been affected by cancer. Teams set up camp and take turns relay style walking/running around a track while enjoying a carnival atmosphere of music, entertainment, food stalls and fantastic community spirit.

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GARDENING THIS WEEK Stubborn plants and other things: By Wally Richards Stubborn plants?

I had a phone call during the week from a gardener and during the conversation he told me that a few years back he had planted a couple of fruit trees and they never did anything, they just sat there and sulked.

The months and years rolled by and still they sat there, not making any noticeable new growth.

I have stuck this problem a number of times over the years and sometimes there is a good reason for this and other times nothing other than maybe the plant does not like the soil conditions.

Once several years ago I had a call from a novice gardener who had this problem.

On questioning I found that the plastic bag that came with the tree had not been removed and the the roots were unable to get out and establish.

The best time to plant trees is in the autumn when the ground is wet with the autumn rains.

Now if you have a heavy, clay type soil and you dig a hole into the wet clay, the sides of the hole are likely to be smooth as well the bottom. You plant your tree and back fill.

Time passes by and the

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Plants that have become root bound will need to have the roots loosened and pruned, to encourage new root growth, before they are replanted.

tree does not grow. What happens is that in the summer the clay dries and the sides and bottom become a hard clay pot the roots can’t penetrate, so it does not grow.

Another common problem is trees and shrubs that have been grown in pots or plastic bags. The roots spiral around the base of the container as they are unable to spread out in the confined space.

You remove the plant from the bag/container and see the spiral roots. Now some try to tease out the roots, which really does nothing as

they just fall back into how they were in the container when put in the growing hole.

The correct procedure is to take your secateurs and at the four cardinal points cut into the root spiral. This allows new roots to develop just like pruning the end off a branch encourages new branches to develop.

If the plant has been in a container too long and has a massive congested root system, then the alternative is to cut/saw off the bottom section of roots.

This allows the roots coming down to start a fresh and

spread out.

Other than those problems maybe a reluctant plant needs a kick start to get growing.

The gardener that I spoke to at the beginning of this article told me that he gave a trees a soil drench of Magic Botanic Liquid (MBL) a couple of times a few weeks apart and they sprang into life and started growing rapidly.

MBL is Humate and Fulvic acid which is very beneficial to plants and soil as either a soil drench or as a spray.

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You’ll be delivering for Reach Media - an established National Distribution Company.

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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.

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Environmental Protection Officer

Council has an Environmental Protection Officer role available for the right candidate

Marlborough District Council is committed to protecting the people, beautiful landscapes, coastal waters and biodiversity of the Marlborough region. To do this we largely depend on our Environmental Protection Officers ensuring a high standard of environmental protection and compliance is maintained within the Marlborough region, through the monitoring of resource consents and responding to customer complaints.

We need an enthusiastic professional with strengths in compliance or environmental monitoring, excellent communication skills, diplomacy and an investigative mind to join our team.

If you enjoy and have experience and proven success in: • Interpreting key policies, legislation and procedures • Dealing with complex and contentious compliance issues • Formulating strategies for enforcement of the RMA 1991 and Bylaws • Understanding and investigating complaints objectively and impartially • Preparing and presenting evidence to Council hearings and potentially to Court • Spotting patterns and emerging trends in compliance issues • Informing and educating landowners and businesses on the benefits of consent compliance • Fostering working relationships with industry to minimise their environmental impacts then our Compliance Team at MDC needs you.

As a unitary authority, we offer the opportunity to work across the full gambit of compliance issues, from winery waste to marine farms and to water quality. The role is challenging, it has a mixture of office and outdoor work and will enable your professional development.

To be considered for this position you need to show your: • Understanding of relevant legislation and enforcement practices • Sound judgment and decision making skills • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills • Commitment to customer service, teamwork and continuous improvement.

Applicants with relevant tertiary qualifications and experience, particularly in environmental, compliance or legal fields are preferred The Marlborough District Council can offer you: • A rewarding career and valuable experience in a wide range of compliance activities • An opportunity to help protect Marlborough’s unique environment • The enjoyment that comes from working with a range of industries and the community to achieve positive outcomes.

• Access to the renowned lifestyle our region boasts.

Applications close at 5:00 pm on 4 March 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 james.clark@marlborough.govt.nz.

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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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Friday February 22, 2019 Public Notices

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SPORTS TALK With Jacob Page

Now that was super summer-time rugby The first week of Super Rugby certainly delivered some absorbing battles in the sunshine.

Forget that same old complaint “it’s the middle of summer! Why are we playing rugby now” line because both the Highlanders versus Chiefs and Blues versus Crusaders fixtures had a level of intensity which was considerably higher than opening round fixtures in recent memory.

Sure the Blues and Chiefs suffered

tough, last gasp losses but the team who should be most concerned is the Hurricanes.

The men from the capital were fortunate to escape Sydney with a 20-19 victory.

Had Bernard Foley shown even the slightest bit of composure and slotted a regulation penalty goal with 90 seconds remaining, then the Canes would have been doing even more soul-searching.

Make no mistake, the Crusaders were rusty but clinical when the game was on the line - typical of the red and black machine.

The Blues, under new coach Leon MacDonald will be no easy beats this year.

All they need is their forward pack to put in consistent 80 minute performances and the results should take care of themselves.

A playoff berth would not be out

of the question.

The other query is if Ma’a Nonu, midfield extraordvinaire from the 2015 World Cup, can force his way back into the black jersey for a potential three-peat.

Based on the game against the Crusaders, he appears more than capable and we know how much Steve Hansen likes the players he knows over the ones he doesn’t.

The Chiefs look like they may

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The newest driver, Kaitlin Taylor, and longest standing member Jeff Stanton will battle it out at the Eastern States Speedway NZ Production Saloon Grand Prix on tomorrow night.

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By Megan Connolly Speedway drivers Kaitlin Taylor and Jeff Stanton will be taking to the track tomorrow for the Eastern States Speedway Brent Woodward Building NZ Production Grand Prix.

The racing will kick off at 6pm.

Kaitlin is the youngest member in her grade and only began racing last year.

The 17-year-old’s love for speedway began in childhood, when

struggle in the tough New Zealand conference but they look powerful enough to beat most overseas teams.

The Highlanders have plenty of hype down south but not much anywhere else.

Their win on Friday could cement them as dark horses to make the playoffs.

Rugby is back and if that was the first course in a bumper year of code - bring it on!

she got to see her father race and work as a volunteer with the club.

“I was always interested. I was up for a challenge and thought I’d build my own car with the help of my boyfriend, Sam Martin,” Kaitlin says.

As a competitive person, Kaitlin is hoping to get a good placing tomorrow without doing any damage to her car.

This isn’t Jeff Stanton’s first lap around the track.

Much like Kaitlin, Jeff has been racing since he was 15 years old and grew up around the track because of his mum and dad.

“At the time I was given special dispensation because you had to be 17 to race,” Jeff says.

The class that Jeff and Kaitlin are racing in is non-contact, meaning they’re not allowed to bump into or come in contact with another car purposefully.

“I’m just hoping to finish without

any damage to my car,” Jeff says.

The Grand Prix tomorrow is the first one to be held in the South Island since the Production class were given their own championships.

Drivers from across the country will be flocking to compete for the championship.

It’s a great opportunity for new people to check out what Speedway is all about, Kaitlin and Jeff say.

Cuddon Cycling Marlborough meets tonight 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 and there are plenty of track bikes available for newcomers. All riders most welcome.

On Saturday meet at 1.30pm at the Fairhall Hall for the Cycle World stage race series , final event No 6, stage one 14km Benmoven/Ridge/Fairbourne, stage 2, 12.6km Fairbourne/Barracks Hill, stage 3, 22km Barracks, Top Hawkesbury x 2/Dogpoint, stage 4, 6km TT Godfreys/Fairhall Hall.

Open $5, Junior $3. All riders welcome. Please assemble at 1pm.

On Monday meet at 5.30pm at Athletic Park for track cycling. Warmup and setup from 5.30pm, racing from 6pm. Club Champs Sprints.

Other open and junior events. Track bikes available. Suitable for age 10 upwards. All riders welcome.

Swim meet in Blenheim Young swimmers from around the South Island will flock to Blenheim this weekend for the South Island Country and Town swimming meet at Stadium 2000.

The event is an opportunity for swimmers who have not qualified for national meets to compete against swimmers from other South Island clubs.

This year, 217 swimmers from 24 clubs across the South Island will compete in 14 events across all strokes.

Blenheim will field the largest team of 35 swimmers, aged from aged nine to 16, many of whom are competing at the event for the first time.

Blenheim golf results Results from recent matches played at the Blenheim Golf Club.

Feb. 7, mens stableford: Paddy Norton 41; Desz Campbell 41; Gordon Lang 40; Phil Starkey 39; Ray Herd 38; Ian Clark 38; Bob Tapp 38; Duncan Cassidy 38; John Cootes 37; Blue Arthur 37; Dave Menzies 37; Murray Belk 37.

Feb. 8, 9 hole twilight stableford (on

the purple tees): Paddy Couchman 29 (also course record 30); Ivan Neame 27; Ian Hatcher 26; Leo Hawkins 25; Ryan Windleburn 24; Hay Montgomery 24; Paul Silke 24; Dan Crawford 24; Mike McDonald 24; Jordan Marsh 23; Mike Gardiner 22; Luke Yarrall 22; Shirley Godsiff 22; Bernice Arnold 22; Buck Millar 22; Graham Kerrigan 22.

Feb. 9, stableford: Jane Ingram 43;

Bob Tapp 42; Ray Herd 42; Brian Yarrall 41; Ryan Windleburn 41; Brent Baker 39; Graeme Daines 39; Mike Gardiner 39; Phil Starkey 38; Percy Noblett 37; Kevin Mills 37; Jim Findlay 36; Mike McDonald 36. Fairweathers Prize NTP 6/15: Mike Gardiner. NTP for 2 on 9/18: Brent Baker.

Feb. 11, 9 hole stableford, men: David Waters 22; John Saunders 22;

Neil Gibbs 21; Ian Hatcher 20; Paddy Couchman 20; Don Gray 20; Ian Clark 20; Brian Burgess 20; John Burns 19; Alan Martin 19; Allan Knight 18; Ray Welsh 18. Women: Bernice Arnold 19; Colleen McLeod 19; Denise Hodson 18; Bev Goodin 17; Jenny Evans 17; Joan Watson 16; Chris Burns 16; Trees Rewi 16; Jenny Adams 16; Dawn Walker 16.

Feb. 13, hidden partners stableford: Marg Hamilton and Kay Ayson 67; Marg Ogier and Jenny Evans 62.

Coming events: Feb. 22: 9 hole twilight, 6pm, all welcome. Feb. 23, opening day 11.45 report for 12 noon start, Canadian foursomes.

Members a plate please. Feb. 25: 9 hole stableford, 10am start, all welcome. Feb. 27: medal.

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