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A celebration!

By Bill McElhinney “I see this every day in my work women looking after another woman’s children, cooking a meal for a friend and celebrating the good times together.

“I also see women helping lift each other up when life is tough.”

Migrant Services Marlborough manager Margaret Western says she has so many examples of the bonds

women forge to help and support each other, and she wants to celebrate this.

Margaret is inviting Marlborough women to a special event to celebrate sisterhood next Saturday, March 23.

To be held at the Marlborough Convention Centre from 7pm to 9.30pm, the evening will be “a girls’ night out, a chance to get to know women in your community,” Margaret says.

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From left: Sohee Bae, Elena Filipo, Cathie Bell, Mandy Li, Irina Pavlyuk, Firyal Gasson, Chrissy Powlesland and Natalia Vasquez are looking forward to the International Women’s Night next Saturday, March 23.

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Night out to celebrate sisterhood Continued from page 1.

“There’ll be a few speeches and performances, and a chance to talk to people you might not otherwise cross paths with in the community,” Margaret says.

“A similar evening held in 2016 drew more than 150 people,” Margaret says, “so we’re hoping for a similar, or better, response this time.

“We want to provide an opportunity to celebrate the special bond between and among women,” she says.

“It’s particularly important for international women living here, as so many of them are far from family and their friends soon become extended family.”

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Margaret says the event is for locals and newcomers.

The idea of “building a connected community for the wellbeing of everyone” is a

cornerstone of the Multicultural Centre’s philosophy and events like this are just one way of achieving that goal, Margaret says.

The Marlborough Multicultural Centre opened 12 years ago to meet Marlborough’s growing need to support new migrants in the community, as the face of Marlborough began to change at an unprecedented rate.

Ministry of Social Development manager Ann Dysart, from Wellington, whose support for the Marlborough Multicultural Centre was fundamental in its establishment, and Emma Dunlop-Bennet (Sa Petaia, Ngati Maniapoto),

who has 20 years’ experience working in aid and development, will be guests of honour at the event.

Performances will be provided by Marlborough migrant women, including a local Chinese dance group, and an Indonesian, Indian and Pasifika performance.

“Hopefully people will celebrate their cultural identity by wearing their national costumes, but if that’s not for you, please just come along anyway, and make a donation at the door,” Margaret says.

For more information about the evening you can contact Margaret on 03 579 6410; 021 158 4426.

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Fruit harvest volunteers need help

By Bill McElhinney Fruit pluckers, your hands are needed!

A voluntary organisation that harvests surplus fruit from Marlborough gardens needs some helping hands.

“We pick fruit where people have a surplus,” says organiser Tina Connor, “and then we pass it on to the Foodbank, schools and charities.”

“It’s the community helping the community,” Tina says.

The fruit harvesting initiative was started by Rowan West, and this is their second season.

Although they have about 10 volunteer pickers on board, they need some more helpers.

“We usually only work for about an hour at a time,” Tina says, “and we go out in the evening or at the weekend when people have the time.

Tina Connor and Jill Bethell would like more volunteers to help them harvest surplus fruit for community groups.

“We’d love some more people to come and help us, and if there are people out there that could turn some of the pro-

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Council fee may rise The Marlborough District Council is considering increasing its one-off administration fee for applications to the energy efficiency funding service.

The proposal is to increase the fee from $115 to $140 including GST. The fee has remained unchanged since the introduction of the scheme nine years ago, and has not kept pace with the cost of administering the scheme.

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Joseph Lyford (left) and Jacob Sowman are two brave boys who saved a dog from getting potentially run over on Maxwell Road last Wednesday afternoon.

Young heroes rescue dog

By Aimee O’Hagan Last Wednesday afternoon, 10-year-old Whitney Street School pupils, Joseph Lyford and Jacob Sowman, were biking home together along Maxwell Road.

As they reached the Maxwell Road/Hospital Road junction, they were shocked to find that there was a dog stranded in the middle of the road.

Despite the dog – which Joseph thought to be a labrador retriever – being visibly frightened, Joseph and Jacob both said that nobody appeared to be trying to help it.

“The cars were not stopping at

all... They were just honking at it and making the dog even more scared,” Joseph says.

The two waited for a break in the traffic, and then crossed the road so they were closer to the terrified dog.

“The dog tried to run off,” Joseph adds.

“But then this nice lady pulled over, and she gave us a lead to attach to the dog’s collar.”

The boys proceeded to follow the dog to where it had run off, and found it cowering in a laneway somewhere off Maxwell and Taylor Pass Road.

After attaching the lead to the dog’s collar, the two ran into another woman – Adele Bissell who made a few phone calls to the Maataa Waka dog control staff, and used the dog’s identification to track and call the owner.

“It only took us about ten minutes to find the owner,” Jacob says thankfully.

Both Adele and the boys mentioned they felt happy and relieved once the owner was located.

“We just want to be nice to the animals,” Joseph says.

“If I ever see a dog on the road again, I know I’ll stop and help it!”

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“The traffic was totally ignorant, and upset the young lads with their careless attitude,” Adele says.

She adds that she thought the boys’ approach was amazingly calm and confident.

Jacob says that they have not yet been able to contact the “nice lady” who gave them the dog lead, and would be appreciative if she was to get in contact with them so they can return it to her.

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Prices for cheese, yoghurt and milk also fell last month.

However, consumers are being warned to watch out for ‘shrinkflation.’

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Night time road works mean closures and delays on State Highway One

By Bill McElhinney Drivers travelling on State Highway 1 to and from Christchurch in the evenings will have to detour on to the Inland Road from Sunday night.

The NZ Transport Agency’s highway maintenance team is milling and sealing an area of highway near the Okarahia Stream, south of Kaikoura, on the Hundalee hills,

from Sunday night to Thursday night.

Drivers will have to detour around the site onto the Inland Road (Route 70) on the Kaikoura side and onto the Leader Road, near Cheviot, on the south side. This will add to the journey distance.

The work on two different sites – one a tight bend and at the nearby stream - requires a full highway

closure overnight from 9 pm to 7 am for five nights, says Pete Connors, system manager, for the Transport Agency.

Closures have been timed to minimise the effect upon ferry travellers.

Outside of these hours, the highway will be open to two-way traffic.

There is also work on the Weld Pass next Monday night, weather dependent.

Cars and light vehicles will be able to pass through this site at the top of every hour overnight but with potential delays of 50 minutes.

Overweight and 50 MAX permit holders will be detoured on Monday night onto State Highways 6,63, 65 and 7 (the alternate route, Picton to Christchurch, via the Lewis Pass to Waipara) while this work on the Weld Pass is underway.

If the weather is wet, it will transfer onto the next dry night.

“While we will try to keep delays to a minimum, we urge people to be patient and plan their journeys to account for some delays from road works,” Pete says “The resurfacing work in particular will make the roads safer for everyone. We thank everyone for their patience.”

Nurses reunite after 50 years

By Megan Connolly It was all laughs and good times at a 50-year reunion for some of the ex-nurses of Wairau Hospital last week.

In February 1969 around 22 women moved into the nurses home to embark on their nurse’s training.

The ladies have reunited several times over the years, several of them travelling from around the country for the big 50 years.

The ladies enjoyed several dinners and a rainy trip out to Lochmara over their three day celebration.

Blenheim nurses began their nursing training in 1969 and have recently reunited to celebrate 50 years.

Oh how times have changed! Ex Nurses got together last week for their 50 year reunion.

Back- Lorraine Rule, Odette Hodson, Sandra Boddington, Sue Minchin, Natalie Hope and Judi Farr. Middle- Trisha Enright, Kathy Woolley, Mary Morrison, Ruth McAlpine and Carolyn Hird. Front- Chris Butt, Mary Boddington and Ineke Schep.

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By Aimee O’Hagan Locals have had seemingly mixed reactions to see that New Zealand Post Blenheim has recently made the move to a much smaller, central spot: Paper Plus Blenheim.

Closing the Post Shop on the corner of Main and Scott Streets – leaving Rangitane House and Kiwibank behind - NZ Post set up and began delivering it’s new services in Paper Plus Blenheim in February.

Although the move may have been problematic for some, it has certainly had a positive impact on others.

Karen Gibb, manager of Paper Plus Blenheim, says that the switch has not only excitingly resulted in Paper Plus Blenheim being busier, but has also noticebly increased sales.

There is apparently “plenty of room” in the store: even better, NZ Post’s new headquarters are only steps away from nearby cafes, such as the popular CBD. “We were very excited about it, and we’re still very excited about it,” Karen exclaims.

New Zealand Post fits snugly into the space at Paper Plus Blenheim.

Despite some complaints about parking, Karen says that many customers are “really liking it”, and finding NZ Post’s new destination to be “very convenient”.

“It’s been a long process,” Karen says.

“But New Zealand Post was happy with our space, and we were happy to take them.”

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

Marlborough’s economy in good health

Ruud Kleinpaste with Year 5 and 6 Whitney Street students who took part in the BioBlitz

Year 8 St Mary’s student Tegan Bayly studies her bug under the microscope

BioBlitz has students buzzing The Taylor River was a hive of activity last week as students from 13 primary schools and the colleges discovered, identified and documented the reserve's flora and fauna, in the inaugural BioBlitz.

Organised by Enviroschools Marlborough, the BioBlitz provided Years 5 to 8 student enviro leaders with an interactive lesson on biodiversity at Blenheim’s Taylor River Reserve - a unique opportunity to learn about nature.

Council Enviroschools Facilitator Anna Crowe said primary students were buddied up with young scientists from Marlborough Boys’ and Girls’ colleges and tasked with collecting bugs and plants along the river. The students had to identify their discovery by looking through the variety of books on hand and talking to some of the experts, including ‘The

Bugman’ Ruud Kleinpaste, who was here for the event.

“Once verified by the experts, the information collected by the students was uploaded to the iNaturalist NZ database which allows users to record their discoveries and learn about the natural world.”

“Students have now recorded over 70 species and 160 observations in this small part of the Taylor River Reserve – a fantastic result,” Anna said.

“We hope the students will take this experience and repeat it at their schools, so that over time, more and more young people are connecting with the living world in their own schools and backyards.”

For more information visit: https://inaturalist. nz/projects/taylor-river-blenheim-mini-bioblitz

Awards honour service to St John

Positive Ageing – stay healthy on holiday Older travellers heading overseas or on a long holiday away from home are wise to plan ahead. Check in with your GP and dentist well beforehand.

Ask your GP for a letter outlining any significant medical history, including the dosages and generic names of your medicines.

It’s also a good idea to get a prescription for medication for any existing medical conditions and carry it in your cabin luggage. Be aware that some medications (e.g. Insulin) can deteriorate in the heat so store them in a cool vacuum flask.

Travelling through multiple time zones can be a challenge for people who need to monitor their medication level frequently, like diabetics and those

U3A taps the great reservoir of knowledge, skills and experience that older people have, through further learning, discussion and excursions.

who need careful monitoring of a heart condition.

Here are some other tips: • Take a spare pair of glasses and your glasses’ prescription, or enough contact lens solution for the whole journey.

• Wear a medic-alert bracelet if you have one, and take spare batteries for hearing aids.

• If you’re travelling in a hot climate, remember to take extra fluids.

Beware of stomach upsets and know how to treat them.

• Ensure you have travel insurance covering pre-existing conditions.

• Get as fit and healthy as possible before you go - travelling is often hard work!

They meet every second Monday at 2.00 pm at the Salvation Army building.

For further information Ph: 03 579 4916

Boil water notice - Awatere and Seddon

Declaration of Stopping of Road – Redwood Pass Road All that parcel of land situated in the District of Marlborough and shown as Section 1 SO514975 – 2.1950 ha; Section 2 SO514975 – 0.5800 ha; Section 3 SO514975 – 1.8050 ha; Section 4 SO514975 – 0.4515 ha.

Any enquiries should be directed to Nicole Chauval 520 7400.

Request for Tender - water meter box installation Marlborough District Council invites tenders for the above contract.

It involves the supply and installation of approximately 1500 surface meter boxes for rateable properties in Renwick and Havelock, to accommodate automated water meters. The boxes are typically installed in the road reserve just outside private property fences. The installation involves locating the existing buried service pipe, installing a meter box over it, and supplying and installing a bronze manifold within the box.

“With most indicators at or above the national figures, this report shows how well the region is doing. Traffic flows in Marlborough, for example, increased by 8.1 per cent compared to the national rate of just 2.7 per cent; that is a great sign that traffic is returning to pre-Kaikoura earthquake levels,” he said.

The number of health enrolments increased by 1.8 percent in 2018 – on par with the national average, suggesting our region’s population continues to show healthy growth.

You can view a full copy of the Infometrics Quarterly Economic Monitor – December 2018 on the Council website at https://ecoprofile. infometrics.co.nz/Marlborough+Region/ QuarterlyEconomicMonitor

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Mayor John Leggett and Mayoress Anne Best (right) attended the recent St John Honours and Awards Ceremony. Leigh Walker (centre) was one of a group of 18 who received a three-year service certificate.

Others were awarded for 6, 9, 12 and 17 years of service to St John.

Congratulations to all of the award recipients.

Pursuant to Section 342 of the Local Government Act 1974 the Marlborough District Council hereby declares the legal road described in the Schedule hereto to be duly stopped; therefore it ceases to be public road.

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Despite suggestions in 2018 that the New Zealand economy would take a hit, Marlborough’s economy has remained in good health, according to the latest economic data.

The quarterly report shows around 560 new jobs were created in the year to March 2018, with growth spread across construction, agriculture, education and hospitality.

Tourism expenditure grew by 9 per cent in the 2018 calendar year – more than double that of the national rate. The report attributes increases in visitor spending to the overall growth in consumer spending in the region, which increased by 6 percent in the calendar year.

Mayor John Leggett says the statistics confirm Marlborough’s economy remains in good shape.

Please note the supply and installation of automated water meters does not form part of this contract.

Tenders close at 4.00 pm on Thursday 4 April 2019.

Tender documents are available for download from www.marlborough.govt.nz/ your-council/tenders All inquiries should be directed to: Dave Alderton PO Box 443 Blenheim 7240 Email: dave.alderton@marlborough.govt.nz

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Water from Council’s reticulation system in Seddon and the Awatere should continue to be boiled. It does not currently meet the NZ Drinking Water Standard and may contain bacteria or protozoa that are harmful to human health.

The Ministry of Health is currently assessing the operation of the new Seddon Water Treatment Plant.

Council is required to provide the Ministry

with information on the quality of the water leaving the treatment plant to show it is compliant with New Zealand Drinking Water Standards. Following the Ministry’s assessment, Council hopes to lift the boil water notice sometime in mid-April 2019.

Treated water is still available at the public tap on the corner of Marama Road and Foster Street.

For further information contact Council’s Customer Service Centre Ph: 03 520 7400.

Stepping UP – free computer courses Marlborough District Libraries offers FREE computer basics, digital photos, spreadsheets, family history and more, on Tuesday mornings and Thursday

evenings.

To enrol, phone Marlborough District Library (Blenheim) on: 03 520 7491 or visit https://steppingup.nz/

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

Planning, Finance & Community

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

Committee Thursday, 21 March 2019 at 9.00 am The time and date may be subject to change, please contact Nicole Chauval, Committee Secretary, Ph: 03 520 7400 for confirmation.

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The Sun Thank you Thank you to the staff at Renwick Countdown (Saturday 23rd of February) that took the little brown dog out of harms way and rang animal control.

I hope it got home safely. I wonder how it got there in first place. Lucky it didn’t get run over.

Capital gains tax If the Iwi get exempted from the CGT there will be rioting in the streets and Labour mob kicked out to find a real job.

Car parking 10.20 am (February 27). To the lady who parked her white Nissan qashagi in the civic doctors car park and went to the library, there were 2 empty metered car parks you drove past to get the free one.

11.15 I left that area and your car was still there.

Saw you shopping at Farmers.

Hope you feel pleased to save yourself a dollar and take up a needed car park for sick people.

Market St. pocket park Good thinking MDC, good parking behind shops. Easy access to shops start at postie plus, think of the extra exercise.

Pocket park a joke I think the new playground in Market St is a joke. Seriously who came up with this childish idea. We have day care places ...times up, open the road. What did you achieve?

Loving the pocket park Loving the closure to part of Market St from cars. Great happy vibes, seeing people enjoying the area, in the Blenheim sunshine.

Re Market St close down Do you think it might be a good idea to start thinking about the disabled people in this town?

You close off a street with the majority of shops in it to foot traffic only but there are people that can’t walk that far. My wife has a disability and can’t walk that far so she will now shop elsewhere and those businesses will lose out think about the big picture MDC

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No labour shortage I see the Marlborough Council has set up a group to help the labour shortage. Why should my rates help business suppress wage rises.

There is no labour shortage, just a wage shortage. Pay more money and the workers will come.

Congratulations A huge congratulations to Megan and Rodney on their marriage last Friday (March 1).... We all wish you both the very best, with many happy moments just waiting for you to create together.

How did this happen?

Karma Thanks very much to the person that clipped my Mazda demios wing mirror. I hope karma gets you big time.

There is a lot of local residents in Blenheim who are confused as to how the spelling of the Opawa bridge seemed to change overnight with no consultation to the rate payers. How did this happen ?

Seriously sick I couldn’t read all the article (Marlborough Express, February 25) on animal abuse in Blenheim as it upsets me too much but I see lots of comments.

Please don’t turn a blind eye. Call the cops everyone. People that do this are seriously sick. I hope there is a hell for people that do this and don’t turn a blind eye as then you’re just as guilty.

Re: Negative politics You took the words from my mouth, well worded (February 22, Friday Sun).

Free fruit Thank you Countdown for the free fruit for kids! My grandson always enjoys a piece of fruit when we go shopping at Redwoodtown.

Such a great idea.

A sight to behold

Please slow down

Thanks to the council gardeners and the planners for the wonderful display in Seymour Square. Truly a sight to behold. They do Blenheim proud.

Mobility Scooters need to slow down in the CBD. Been nearly hit three times as drivers scream around corners way too fast. Someone will be seriously hurt soon.

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Thank you Thank you to the two Marlborough Boys College students who ran to pick up my three year old when he tumbled off his scooter on Alma Street in Renwick last Friday (March 1).

You were so quick to help and he was chuffed the big boys came to check he was alright.

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Umm what?

Old figures

How is one bridge going to help with congestion in and around Blenheim’s main road systems?

I just don’t get it, the powers that be are only trying to justify their decisions so that we can say what a great job they’re doing. As Innes would say “Ummmm what?”

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Thanks Thanks to Stuart Smith re ad Sun March 6. I didn’t realize you can get a congrats message through him sent to loved ones on special birthdays and anniversaries.

English please How on earth would one know, seeing someone wearing a T shirt proclaiming ‘Stop the BUS’ should actually be ‘ABUSE’!

Some intellectual really dropped the dictionary there, as on first sight I thought someone ‘PC’ was trying to can the Blenheim Bus Service, until I read the Sun. Hilarious!

But wait there’s a web address to match. :) !

Figures used to support no bypass are old.

Would be very interested to see up-to-date (2018-2019) figures of traffic movements.

Bypass would take heavy traffic out of town.

Redwoodtown Barbers. Thanks to Jo a fantastic haircut on Tuesday (Mar 5), glad I caught up with you again. A great hairdresser who listens to what you ask for.

Why not salt?

Question for our beloved kiwi rail? Why don’t you carry salt? Instead of thousands of ton going by road.

Saturday Express!

Thank you for finding this one time in two years to deliver your Saturday paper! Thought you had stopped printing and sold up!!!

Maybe this could be a start of a trend???

Or maybe I will still keep waiting for one in another two years????.....

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Determined sea swimmer shares with Zonta women “It’s always important to do your best work and sometimes your best work is when nobody is there”.

Grainne Moss, CEO of Oranga Tamariki, the Ministry for Children, used her experiences of international ocean swimming to illustrate ways to e?ectively work with families in need of help when she spoke to almost 200 people at the Zonta Club of Marlborough’s International Women’s Day breakfast last week.

Grainne spoke about her Irish upbringing, family life and her determination to be a successful sea swimmer - including swimming the English Channel.

The discipline of long distance swimming was helpful in her current job’s employment process which she found “very robust and vigorous.”

Before her arrival she said the Children’s Ministry had been restructured on average every 18 months.

This presented many challenges, for the sta? and for the Ministry’s ability to provide help to children, who are “more disadvantaged than women”.

The Ministry deals with a high level of customer information requests (one every 11 minutes), and an average of 27 media requests per day, Grainne says.

There are 92,250 “reports of concern” about children and their circumstances, received annually.

A high level of scrutiny and transparency is required of this public service.

Couple to share about Wildlife Centre work Ellen and Brian Plaisier have, for the last couple of decades, specialised in breeding and housing some of New Zealand’s more uncommon and threatened native species.

This important conservation work was initially focused on their Tui Nature Reserve in the outer Pelorus Sound, with extensive revegetation and pest management programmes for rats, mice, stoats and possums as well as a special fence to exclude pigs and deer.

Kakariki, geckos and giant weta from the programme have been released in Abel Tasman National Park and Puangiangi Island in the Marlborough Sounds. (www. tuinaturereserve.co.nz) Now, the breeding programme focus has shifted

from its more isolated Tui Nature Reserve base to the recently opened Koru Native Wildlife Centre in Linkwater.

Koru has a number of aviaries for breeding Yellowcrowned Kakariki and special enclosures for Giant weta and Marlborough green gecko.

The Centre also supports the Department of Conservation’s dog training programme to assist with maintaining predator-free areas. (www. koruwildlife.nz).

Ellen and Brian will be presenting a public talk, hosted

by Marlborough Forest & Bird, about their breeding programmes and their vision for wildlife recovery in the Sounds in the Blenheim school hall, 7.30 pm next Thursday, March 21.

Zonta Club Marlborough president Libby Macdonald, Oranga Tamariki CEO Grianne Moss and Zonta Club past president Clare Pinder.

“Young people commit less crime now than they did 1989,” Grainne says, and there are fewer in prisons.

NZ has very rehabilitative and restorative services for young people.

Her “take home” messages were that for girls, if you are under 22 and a single parent “life will be hard”.

The best thing for boys is to “keep them out of jail.”

As part of Zonta’s International Women’s Day celebration, nine local women were presented with a yellow rose in recognition of their

volunteer work in our community.

The recipients were: Margaret Western - Multicultural Centre; Gina Saunders - St Marks & Toe to Toe reading programme for children; Noralyn Berwick - initiated Pamper Day; Paula Taylor - co-ordinated Pamper Day; Pip Hawke - ?owers for charities; Charlotte Wood - Women’s Art Initiative; Lois Webb - volunteer at Marlborough Alzheimers; Deedee Wicken - Marlborough Youth Trust; Patricia Dean - Cancer Society & Meals on Wheels.

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There is always plenty to offer at the Flaxbourne A&P show every year from the Handy Dog Challenge and the Really Young Farmer of the Year competition to the Spouse Carrying competition.

The day kicks off with the horse event and the dog challenges run all day from 8.15am.

Shearing starts at 11.30am.

Really Young Farmer of the Year competition, where primary aged children are given a set of fun challenges to complete, is back for a second year with a lot of anticipation and hype, according to organiser Bernadette Gilmore.

Another classic of the Flaxbourne Show is the Spouse Carrying competition starting at midday.

If you think you can do it, grab your spouse, pop them over your shoulder and jump and weave through the obstacle course. The winners will receive products to the weight of their spouse!

The McKendry Honda and Mazda Flaxbourne Flyer competition is perfect for friends and a great opportunity to get a team together at 12.30pm.

Teams of three will take turns to ride a horse or pony of 6 jumps, drive through an obstacle course and run through a course. There’s even $1000 of cash prizes up for grabs for the winners.

Make sure you register your team prior to the event because spaces are limited, Bernadette says.

The Grand Parade will

start at 1pm to be led out by the Blenheim and Districts Highland Pipe Band.

To finish off the day is the classic shearing competition and the ‘Ironman’ completion.

In teams of four, a shearer shears a sheep powered by a person pedalling on a bike, then two have to use a cross saw to cut a log of wood, then bale wool down the front of the shed.

Of course, there are more than just fun competitions and activities at the show.

If you’d prefer something quieter you can have a look at the cooking, knitting, sewing sections or even the farm machinery.

There’s certainly going to be something for everyone, young and old, organisers say.

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Flaxbourne A&P Show Sunday March 24, 2019

The Really Young Farmer of the Year competition is back at the Flaxbourne show this year starting at 10.30am and will run through till noon.

Youngsters can enjoy a set of fun challenges that will be sure to be a winner.

The senior class of Ward School will be selling their home-made creations at the Flaxbourne A&P Show to raise funds for their camp at Mistletoe Bay.

Ward students fundraise for school camp

By Megan Connolly Senior class students from Ward School have been extremely busy over the term.

They have been hand making products to sell at the Flaxbourne A&P Show to fundraise money to get them to Mistletoe Bay for their school camp.

As part of their term focus on voyaging, the students will get the chance to sail The Steadfast, a Gaff-Rigged sailboat, during their time at the camp.

Students have been learning about measurement, up-cycling and working on a zero budget to create their items. All made with a keen eye on saving the planet, nature and sustainability.

“The wood-work on our products is very rustic

and natural. There are beautiful dining trays, you can fit a whole meal on it,” senior class students say.

If you’re also looking for something for your garden, you’re in luck.

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But you’ll have to get in quickly. These young creators are expecting their hand made products to go like hotcakes.

“The trays and feeders are so elaborately made that everyone wants one. Holly with one of the trays the They will be gone in a senior students at Ward School second!” handmade to sell at the Show.

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A sign that autumn is rolling in is a bit of early dew on plants first thing in the morning.

GARDENING THIS WEEK Gardening in March: By Wally Richards March is the first month of autumn and it is the time when the weather will be much more changeable; a month of hot to cool with a bit of rain hopefully to break the worst of the summer drought.

A sign that autumn is rolling in is a bit of early dew on plants first thing in the morning.

March is the month to sow seeds of winter hardy plants and for many areas the last month to still be able to sow a good range of seeds.

Sow beetroot, broccoli, Brussel sprouts, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, chicory, Chinese cabbage, cress, endive, kohi rabi, (last sowing of leeks but better to plant seedlings), lettuce, mustard, onions, spring onions, parsnips, peas, radish, salsify, shallots, garlic, silverbeet, spinach, swedes and turnips.

A late crop of quick maturing potatoes is a possibility where frosts are not a problem.

This is also the last month to sow winter flowering plant seeds.

If sowing seeds in open ground, you need to keep the area moist with twice a day light watering.

This is also the last month to prepare an area for sowing a new lawn.

The area should be worked to the point of sowing the

seeds, then kept moist to germinate the weed seeds.

Once they germinate, then slice them off on a sunny day with a Dutch hoe.

Next month while the soil temperatures are still good and the autumn rains have started in earnest, you can sow your lawn seeds.

The dry summer will have produced a mat of weed seeds in your gardens and everywhere else.

These will germinate once the soil becomes moist. Little baby seeds are very easy to deal with by either slicing with a sharp knife or scrapping the same over the soil.

This is best done on a sunny day when the roots are exposed on the soil surface.

In waste areas, gravel drives and cobble areas, dose the weeds generously with agriculture salt.

Twenty five kilo bags are very reasonable priced from farm supply places. Sprinkle generously and then lightly water.

Do not use where you have small to medium plants, but if you have Wandering Jew and it is in an established area then salt is the best way to eradicate it.

I prefer to use a weed eater first to get it down to a stubble, or use a rotary lawn mower adjusted to high.

Then a few days later spread the salt. If in weeks to come

you see new growth then spot treat it.

Strawberries will be starting to send out runners and if you are looking to obtain some free plants, direct them so that they can root into the ground.

You will harvest these new plants in May/June and plant out into a freshly prepared strawberry patch.

Preparing for winter you should also apply Fruit and Flower Power to your gardens.

This contains potash and magnesium in a prill form.

The potash helps harden up plants, stops the new growth from being soft and easy damaged.

The magnesium helps ensure that the foliage stays green in the cold weather which can lock out magnesium.

As grass minimum temperatures drop and dew on green leaves near soil level can be seen in the mornings, conditions become favourable for moulds and mildews.

If fungicides are applied early enough, particularly copper ones, the spores which fly around at this time of the year do not germinate on the copper-protected foliage.

The field peas or lupins or oats sown as green manure crops for digging in should be looking healthy and green.

Stored potatoes should be picked over to eliminate tubers with marks, which indicate tuber moth larvae.

They infect the others.

Waste haulms, harvested cabbage leaves and stalks, perennial f lower stalks should all go in the compost heap.

Though some insect pests are now declining, leafhoppers, either green or brown, are still troublesome. Use Wallys Super Neem Oil with Super Pyrethrum added.

Spray just before dusk.

Lift gladioli when the foliage dies off. Replant the tiny cormlets in a nursery bed.

Clean and store the mother corm.

Whenever crops are harvested and land cleared, sow a green manure crop for digging in -- oats, lupins, mustard, field peas.

Green manures add humus to the soil, turning to plant nutrients in the spring when bacteria, fungi and soil fauna go to work.

Though lawn clippings are not suitable for the compost heap at this time of the year because of weed seeds in the lawn, they make liquid fertiliser.

Bag the clippings and soak in a half barrel of water. The liquid is rich in nitrogen, with some potash, and is free.

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Friday 15 M.A.D - Mussel Appreciation Day: Come on Marlborough let’s go mad, it’s Mussel Appreciation Day. Keep your eyes open for various restaurants, cafés and bars around Marlborough, who will be showcasing Greenshell Mussels on their menus.

M.A.D – Open Day In Havelock: Visit the heart of the Greenshell Mussel Industry. Meet the crews, tour a mussel barge and see the engineering in place that supports this fantastic industry.

12.30pm-2.30pm. A great free event for young and old. Please contact info@marinefarming.co.nz Sundown Sports Series: A fun packed event including sports, social games, youth talks and free food. Suitable for year 9-13 youth.

7pm-10pm. Port Marlborough Pavilion, Endeavour Park, 181 Waikawa Road, Picton. Transport available $2, please contact the Marlborough Youth Trust 0275222245 or 035793143 or myt. org.nz.

Matt Glass And The Loose Cannons With David Shanhun: Expect a night of stories, magical music, lots of laughs and some stunning guitar, mandolin, and fiddle playing.

8pm-9.30pm. Le Café, 12-14 London Quay, Picton.

The Gallery Havelock: If you’re in the area drop by and check out all the artwork from Marlborough’s amazing artists. On show Marlborough Artist Exhibition, featuring twenty four Marlborough artists. On until March 31.

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: On at present an inspirational exhibition of Steampunk. Including Steampunk portraits, models and a Steampunk selfie booth. On until April.

Open 10am–4pm daily. Brayshaw Heritage Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place.

Saturday 16 Havelock Mussel And Seafood Festival: A family day full of food, music and so much fun. With Katchafire headlining the festival, Annabel Langbein cooking up a storm, market stalls, industry displays and a Kids Zone to keep the wee ones busy. Also not to be missed an amazing Guinness Book of Records Mussel Opening record breaking attempt. 10am-6pm. Havelock Domain, Neil Street, Havelock. Tickets available on the day or from Marlborough ASB Theatre.

Sounds of Summer At The Cove: Featuring Heather Jameson, Alistair MacLeod and Tristan Gregory-Hunt, an eclectic and entertaining trio

The Havelock Mussel and Seafood Festival at the Havelock Domain tomorrow is always a great day out. playing a broad spectrum of Jazz for all occasions. From 1pm, with free entry. Punga Cove Resort Endeavour Inlet, Marlborough Sounds.

Antique And Collectable Fair: A quality antique fair not to be missed with all items for sale. Including quality antique furniture, vintage tools, china, crystal, art glass and silver, clocks, books, jewellery to mention only a few. $2. Today 10am-5pm and Sunday 10am-4pm. Marlborough Convention Centre, 42A Alfred Street.

Mockingbird: Based on the true stories of four generations of women Mockingbird is a deeply moving, tongue-incheek portrayal of postnatal distress.

7.30pm. Picton Little Theatre, Dublin Street, Picton. Tickets $25 available from Take Note, Picton and Alyssums, Blenheim.

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.

Millennium Public Art Gallery: Exhibitions on show ‘A History of the Birds of New Zealand’, on until March 16. Also ‘Far Too Close’ a solo exhibition of work by Jason McCormick, 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: 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.

awesome silent auction, food galore, trash and treasure and some fabulous entertainment from Witherlea’s own super stars.11am-3pm. Witherlea School, Upper Weld Street.

Ulysses Club Ride: Lunch ride to Kekerengu.11am departure from the south end of the Blenheim Railway Station. Also Thursday Group rides. Meet at Brayshaw Park carpark, 11am. Members and visitors welcome.

Blenheim Riverside Railway: Train Departs from Brayshaw Park as follows; 1.15pm and 3.00pm to Omaka and return, 1.45pm to Beaver Station, Riverside Park, central Blenheim and return. Adults $12 Child $6 (Omaka $7 & $4). Sorry no Eftpos, cash only.

Blenheim Country Music Club: All new performers welcome. Come along and join in. 2pm. $3 includes afternoon tea. Redwoodtown School Hall, 90 Cleghorn Street.

Blenheim Croquet Club: Come along and have a go. Every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday. 1pm.

Parker Street, Pollard Park.

Marlborough Vintage Car Club Museum: A variety of unique and rare vehicles, motor bikes and paraphernalia on display. Every Sunday, 1pm. Brayshaw Heritage Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place.

Kapa Haka: 1st & 3rd Sunday, 1pm - 3pm. All welcome. Senior Citizens Hall, High Street, Blenheim.

The Edwin Fox Ship: Take the opportunity to visit the Edwin Fox Ship and Visitor Centre, and discover this gem of international history. Visitor Centre open daily from 9am. Dunbar Wharf, Picton Foreshore.

Marlborough Farmers’ Market: Grab yourself a delicious brunch and fresh produce, with lots on offer. Every Sunday, 9am-noon. A&P Showgrounds corner of Maxwell and Alabama Road.

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 17 Witherlea School Gala: Don’t miss the Witherlea School gala.

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If you can display the following skills, we would love to hear from you: • A Bachelor of Surveying (BSurv) degree or NZ Diploma in Surveying or relevant surveying experience • Advanced skills in 12D model design & surveying modules (although training can be provided if required) • Competent and experienced in the use of survey field equipment, Total Station and GNSS • Confident in field and office processes relating to cadastral surveys • Ideally, some knowledge of e-surveys and dataset preparation but not essential Prior New Zealand survey experience is essential and we welcome applications from a range of levels and experience. Salary is negotiable depending on levels of experience.

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Community Programme Advisor

Do you want to assist in opening communication channels between Council and Marlborough’s community organisations?

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 investing in Marlborough’s future by striving to provide the people of Marlborough with a great quality of life and a healthy natural environment.

Council has a new role in the Economic, Community and Support Service Department to assist the Community Programmes Coordinator to support Smart and Connected community groups and implement the Small Township Programme to improve outdoor public spaces within the district.

This role will be involved in providing open communication channels between Council and Marlborough’s community organisations.

For this role you will require: • Excellent communication skills and a genuine appreciation for working with people • The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously • Experience in supporting and inspiring communities • An understanding how to get the best out of social media and other communication channels • A relevant tertiary qualification or experience • Flexibility to work outside standard business hours when required If you have a passion for people, a desire to build working relationships between various communities and organisations, and believe that you have the aptitude to manage small community projects then this may be the role for you.

Applications close at 5.00 pm on 27 March 2019.

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For further information you are welcome to contact Adi James on 027 807 9062 or adi.james@marlborough.govt.nz.

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This can be a permanent or casual contract.

The successful candidate will have the following • Experience in both carpet and vinyl laying • High standard of workmanship • Ability to relate to clients • Ability to work as part of a team • Full drivers licence • Ability to measure and quote would be an advantage • NZ residency or valid NZ visa We aim to provide exceptional service to our clients.

Please forward CV’s to office@gbblenheim.co.nz

We are seeking a skilled person to support students within the classroom environment. Desirable skills include empathy and experience working with children in a formal setting and an understanding of the learning process. Hours to be 9 am – 12:30 pm Monday to Thursday. Applications close 3 pm, Friday 29 March 2019.

Please apply in writing, outlining your experience, strengths and suitability to the position. Please include the contact details of at least three referees. Send your application to the Principal, Riverlands School, School Rd, RD4 Blenheim, or email riveradmin@riverlands.school.nz

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Parent Support Group AGM Friday 5th April 2019 at 7.30pm Grovetown Country Hotel All welcome

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Picton School has a fixed term, full time teaching position for Terms 2 -4 for 2019 in a Yr 4-5 classroom.

We require a skilled practitioner with the ability to make a difference for every child in a Year 4-5 classroom.

Above all, we want a person who will connect with our learning community to become a flexible part of our innovative learning environment across school.

Music and drama would be an advantage.

Beginning teachers will be considered.

Please request an application pack from principal@picton.school.nz Applications close 1pm 22nd March.

JEWELLERY – Many 9ct & 18ct gold with diamond, ruby, amethyst & sapphire rings, gold necklaces & bracelets. NZ books, original NZ art and prints, crystal, china etc. Many 1960’s wind up & battery tin toys, collectables, gift vouchers. JUST BROWSING Battys Rd. Monday to Saturday. (03) 5775402.

FREE, Large wall unit. Consists of china cabinet, three cupboards, three drawers and three shelves.

Phone 5776975.

NORITAKE Dinner set. Lucille pattern, eight piece setting. Only three cups, teapot included. $80.00.

Phone 5776975.

For Sale Volvo FL10 Tiptruck

MACDONALD, Anzac: March 8, 2019 MCKENZIE, Brydon John David (Mac): March 8, 2019 MCEWAN, Kathleen (nee Aitchison, Bradshaw): March 11, 2019 MURPHY, Dulcie: March 1, 2019 NEAL, Janice Joy (Jan): March 8, 2019 RIDLEY, Sharon Lynne (nee Coxall): Reg No. K83085 CPL.WRNZAF. March 8, 2019 SMITH, Eleanor: March 6, 2019

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This role would suit someone who is positive, friendly and not afraid to meet people.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit of at least 12 months.

LATIMER, Icilma Dorothy (nee Macilquham): March 11, 2019

The deadline is Monday 5.00pm. Please contact the Sun for further details. 72 High Street, Blenheim, email office@blenheimsun.co.nz or phone 577 7868.

The Blenheim Sun newspaper is a well established privately owned company, that is respected in the market place.

Please forward a current CV and covering letter to the publisher.

The Blenheim Sun newspaper email: les@blenheimsun.co.nz

HODSON, Edna Avis: March 11, 2019

Foden Truck & Trailer will seperate

Join our warm and friendly team selling advertising to Marlborough businesses.

A competitive remuneration package will be offered.

Death Notices

Remember your lost loved one on their anniversary.

FRIDAY FACT

Part time or full time hours - we are flexible

Church Notices

Nativity Anglican Church

Or pop into 79 Market St

Carpet and Vinyl Installer

WANTED urgent small rural property within Blenheim district. For professional couple with a large 35ft brand new American caravan with water and power supply. Either rent or prefer buy. Phone 02041694322.

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

Send C.V to: dir.blenheim.nz@specsavers.com

WANTED IN SEDDON

WANTED to buy - old NZ postcards & NZ books, fountain pens, military items, scrap gold or damaged jewellery, advertising signs, NZ Maori / whaling & historical items, antiques, collectibles & the UNUSUAL. Free quotes. Please phone Phil on (03) 5775402 (JUST BROWSING).

In good order. Set up for grapes or grain.

Call Tony 0272 225 366 or 572 2622 evenings

The first episode of Country Calendar screened on the evening of March 6, 1966. At 53 years old it is the longest running New Zealand series and believed to be the second longest running series in the world, after English soap opera Coronation Street.

Births This Week BOYD, Alora Rain: March 4, 2019

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Friday March 15, 2019

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SPORTS TALK With Jacob Page

Space is best for McKenzie’s mojo

Coach Mike Garrett, left, with Blenheim special olympics golfers Jess Halverson, Samuel Claughton and Tamati Matene.

Special Olympics team does well

By Bill McElhinney Three special Olympics competitors from Blenheim travelled to Greymouth last weekend to take part in a golf skills event.

“They all did very well,” coach

Mike Garrett says.

“Tamati Matene took first place and Jess Halverson and Samuel Claughton finished in third place.”

The competitors took part in driving, chipping and long and short

putting competitions.

“It was a well organised event with great hospitality,” Mike says.

The next tournament for the special Olympics members will be at the Rarangi golf course in June.

Boating club cleans up beaches Waikawa Boating Club members took to the water last weekend as part of the DOC organized Massive Marlborough clean-up.

A blitz on the bays and beaches of the Tory Channel by club members produced 19 bags of rubbish and a heap of stuff too big to be bagged.

The crews of Maritza, Michigan, Pisces III, Pandanusa and On Appro spent most of Saturday and Sunday gathering up litter lying on the foreshore.

In previous years heaps of household rubbish has been found stashed under bush in Missionary Bay. The story this year was better.

Many beaches had no rubbish at all.

Bach owners spoke of the pride they had in keeping their beaches clear of plastics and flotsam.

Unfortunately, much of the litter carelessly discarded on land eventually ends up in the sea, where it can have a devastating effect on marine life.

Crews found plenty of that as well, plastic bags, lengths of rope, fishing line, bottles, caps, chain link mesh, a bale of rotting salt sacks and much

Damien McKenzie

He is best served when he can inject himself with time and space, against tired defences.

His decision making is best when he only has to worry about what he is going to do.

The current situation reminds me of when the same group of men tried to turn Ben Smith, the world’s best fullback, into a centre.

It was tried, it didn’t work and the idea was dropped.

This McKenzie experiment needs to go the same way.

McKenzie is an excellent utility back to come off the bench in key games.

The best two No 10s in New Zealand are Beauden Barrett and Richie Mo’unga and that should not be up for debate.

Rarangi Golf results

Some of the19 bags of rubbish collected from the bays and beaches of the Tory Channel by members of the Waikawa Boating Club.

more were all removed.

And treasures too – Michigan now sports two new expensive fishing lures!

This latest effort is a continuation

of ongoing efforts by the Waikawa Boating Club to take care of the marine environment, which is such a valuable recreational asset to Marlborough.

Cuddon Cycling events Cuddon Cycling Marlborough meets at Athletic Park at 5.30pm tonight 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 Waihopai

If Damian McKenzie is wearing the All Black No 10 jersey in a crucial game this year, I would be very concerned.

The enigmatic Chiefs’ livewire has a game best described as controlled chaos and it is best suited to the fullback position.

The 23-year-old is running the backline for the Chiefs likely because of two reasons.

The Chiefs don’t have a better option unless they want to go back in time 10 years and play Stephen Donald.

Secondly, the All Blacks’ brain trust seem determined to turn McKenzie into our back-up No 10.

However, the early moments of the Chiefs game against the Crusaders showed how McKenzie’s decision-making isn’t up to scratch.

His aimless chip-kick led the Crusaders racing 60m down field and scoring the opening try and then a cut-out pass deep in their own 22 created an easy intercept try for Sevu Reece.

It is not a criticism of McKenzie, more just a need to realise his talents are not best utilised in the 10 jersey.

Rd, opposite Grove Mill Winery, at 1.30pm Open grade 40km time trial to Craiglochart and return, Vincent/ Verhey Cups.

Junior grade 16km time trial. Open $5 Junior $3. All riders welcome. Please assemble at 1pm.

On Monday meet at Athletic Park

for track cycling. Warm-up and setup from 5.30pm, racing from 6pm. Club Champs- Open 1000m TT. Other open and junior events. Track bikes available. Suitable for age 10 upwards. All riders welcome. For more information or phone Graham, 03 5789921.

Results from recent matches played at the Rarangi Golf Club.

February 28, ladies Charters Cup stableford: Best overall, Di McCarthy 46. Div 1: Rete Kydd, 32, 1; Janet Laing, 30, 2; Dale McCrindle, 28, 3. Div 2: Sue Lang, 37, 1; Margaret McLeod, 35, 2; Sue Godsiff, 33, 3; Patricia Robertson, 30, 4. Div 3: Lyn Naysmith, 33, 1; 2: Carla Heppelthwaite, 35, 2; Joy Ashby, 35, 3; Carolyn Reaney, 35, 4.

March 2, men’s monthly mug, gross: Alan Rutledge, 76, 1; 2: Phil d’Auvergne, 80, 2; Jerome January, 82, 3; Terry Allen, 83, 4; John Clark, 83, 5. Nett: Terry Allen, 68, 1; Terry Grant, 68, 2; Phil d’Auvergne, 68, 3; John Jones, 69, 4; Alan Rutledge, 70, 5; Jim Thomas, 71, 6; Bruce Very, 71, 7; Lindsay McAlpine, 71, 8; Brian Gill, 71, 9; Jerome January, 72, 10.

March 2, women’s monthly

flute, gross: Andrea Corbett, 83, 1; Janet Laing, 91, 2; Sue Campbell, 94, 3; Bridget Quaife, 96, 4;Sue Godsiff, 101, 5. Nett: Bridget Quaife, 73, 1; Carla Heppelthwaite, 74, 2; Andrea Corbett, 74, 3; Sue Campbell, 75, 4; Margaret York, 75, 5; Janet Laing, 75, 6; Sue Godsiff, 78, 7; Maryann Best, 80, 8; Marilyn Smith, 80, 9.

March 3, men’s Russian roulette: Nick Thomson / Allan Ryder, 73, 1; Alan Rutledge / Brian Gill, 71, 2; Terry Allen / Steve Angus, 63, 3; Peter Browning / Brian Baxter, 61, 4; Mike Garrett / Gary Barnett, 53, 5; Liam Keegan / Jerome January, 50, 6.

March 3, ladies Charters Cup, round 1, Div 1: Mariann Grant ,30, 1;Bev Hansen, 26, 2. Div 2: Diane McCarthy, 40, 1; Bridget Quaife, 36, 2; Maryann Best, 31, 3. Div 3:1: Pat Olliver, 31, 1; Marilyn Smith, 30 2; Kathy Payne, 25, 3.

Marlborough Golf results Results from recent matches played at the Marlborough Golf club.

March 5, women’s 9 hole medal: Suzanne Clifford 37; Bev Lindsay 40; Sue Lissaman 41.

March 6, women’s LGU net.

Div.1: Julie Nicolle 64; Karen Morris 73; Lucy Jefferis 73. Div.2: Janet Leith 75. Div.3: Gloria Rodgers 69; Anne Preston 70; Jackie McGarry 70;. Div.4: Elaine

Porter 68; Pam Pullar 71; Claire Houliston 77.

March 7, men’s stableford, Div.1: Ken Steel 40; Hans Fischer 38; Chris Henry 36; Jock Glennie 35; Arthur Dovey 35; Julian Terry 33. Div.2: Richard Anderson 40; Ken Bennett 40; John Davis 39; Warren Houliston 39; Mike Ponder 37; Charles Leith 36; Gary Duke 35; Graeme Parker 35; Malcolm Aitken 34; Ian Newport 34.

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Friday March 15, 2019

Estonian family says “Hello!” to Blenheim

By Aimee O’Hagan Women from many different cultures – Hungary, Samoa, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, and more – gathered at the Marlborough Multicultural Centre last Friday for a luncheon in celebration of International Womens Day. Migrant Services Manager at Marlborough Multicultural Centre, Margaret Western, says, “The purpose of the event was to acknowledge and celebrate the empowerment of women.”

She believes events such as these are an amazing opportunity for our Blenheim community to reduce social isolation, and so newcomers from different countries and cultures gain a sense of connectedness and belonging.

Attending the event was Larissa Lindmet and her daughter, Elli Lindmet, who travelled from Estonia to New Zealand to visit their Blenheimbased loved ones.

Larissa and Elli arrived in New Zealand with Elli’s brother, Robert, on February 13 and left on March 10.

They were particularly excited to spend time with seven-year-old Marcus - Elli’s nephew and Larissa’s grandson - who they had last seen when he was a baby.

“We face time him, but for him it is the first time meeting us in person,” Elli says.

Marcus’ father and Elli’s brother, Valeri, whose wife is from Hong Kong, moved to New Zealand when

The Highfield Terravin Winery – with its landmark location - has been placed on the market.

Distinctive Highfield Winery being sold The Lindmet family. Valeri Lindmet and his wife with Valeri's mother, Larissa, Valeri and Elli's brother Robert, Elli and Marcus.

Marcus was a baby.

“He really likes it in New Zealand,” Elli exclaims.

“He’d like to make his future here.”

Surprisingly, Larissa and Elli say that New Zealand does not have many cultural differences to Estonia.

“I do feel that New Zealanders are a lot more friendly,” Larissa says. The two have found Kiwis to be very open and pleasant.

“The food is different too... New Zealand food is tastier, and full of herbs and spices!” Elli adds.

Both are happy to say that there have been no negatives or challenges during

their time in New Zealand, with the exception of one or two rainy days!

Larissa says that although she cannot speak any English, Elli is fluent in the language. This means that as long as they have remembered to collaborate and work together, communication has not been a challenge in New Zealand.

For Larissa and Elli, the biggest challenge is saying goodbye to their loved ones, and returning home to Estonia.

But, as Margaret says, “No matter the distance, the bonds of family still remain.”

By Bill McElhinney The distinctive Highfield TerraVin Winery on the corner of Brookby Road and Dog Point Road in Marlborough is being sold.

The Tuscan-inspired winery and tower, designed by internationally recognised New Zealand architect Sir Michael Fowler, stands on Brookby Ridge with its famous commanding 360-degree views across the Wairau Valley.

The winery includes a 60-seat restaurant, cellar door and function venue.

The winery has been expanded over the years as Highfield Terravin’s production expanded.

Mike Poff, from Bayleys Marlborough, says Highfield TerraVin in its current state was

the result of Highfield Estate and Terravin Wines merging four years ago.

The current shareholders have decided to move on with other investments, and consequently the property is on the market, Mike says.

Buyers can make an offer for just the Highfield TerraVin winery and its surrounding home block or as a package with the Terravin Hillside vineyard, Mike says.

The winery has a wine cellar, underground barrel room, cuvee room, storage rooms and bottling line.

There is a one-bedroom apartment within the complex which has recently been rented on Airbnb and with consistent occupancy, Mike says.