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By Bill McElhinney Marlborough is home to a three-time national champion, but one few of us knew about.

Meet Darryl ‘Dagwood’ McDonald, the Bluff oyster eating champion.

Darryl has travelled down to Bluff regularly for the popular Bluff Oyster Festival.

A few years ago he decided to enter the oyster eating competition, and won.

Since then he’s won three times, and will be heading back to Bluff at the end of the month to defend his title.

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Darryl heading south to defend his title Continued from page 1.

But the oyster eating competition does not involve wolfing down copious quantities of the Bluff delicacies, although Darryl wouldn’t mind doing that.

“I love oysters,” he says. “And all the other seafood on offer there. Bluff is a great place to go for kiamoana.

“There’s kina, blue cod, even muttonbirds, and I love ‘em all!”

Even muttonbirds?

“Hell yes,” says Darryl. “I always bring a few back as well.

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The oyster eating competition is a test of speed and skill.

“You stand at a tall bench,” Darryl says, “with a plate of a dozen oysters in front of you.

“You must have one hand behind your back, and then you’ve got to pick the oysters up using a toothpick and pop them in your mouth as quick

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“And that’s the tricky part, because they slide off the toothpick pretty easily.”

So how quickly can Darryl wolf down a dozen oysters?

“In just under 10 seconds,” he says with a grin.

Being the current champion doesn’t mean Darryl automatically qualifies for this years challenge.

“You have to compete in a series of heats before you get to the final,” he says.

And Darryl doesn’t take his title lightly. He trains for the event, and when we caught up with him last week he had just ordered in four dozen more oysters with which to practise his winning technique.

When he’s not speed eating, Darryl enjoys his oysters with just a squeeze of lemon juice, maybe a little grind of black

pepper, but definitely raw.

Darryl will take a few extra days when he goes south as he has relatives who work in the Southland seafood industry to visit.

“It’s a great weekend if you’re into seafood,” he says.

The Bluff Festival attracts 5000 people and was sold out before Waitangi Day. Air New Zealand has laid on two flights from Auckland and Wellington to bring people to the Festival, and one of Invercargill’s largest hotels, the Kelvin Hotel, was booked out a year in advance of the weekend of the Festival.

Darryl with his trophies. He'll be heading down to Bluff soon to defend his oyster eating title.

Pest passenger a wakeup call for boaties The Marlborough District Council’s biosecurity team, working with Marlborough Marinas, recently responded to the worst case of Mediterranean fanworm seen to date on a vessel in Marlborough.

The yacht had recently sailed from Auckland and moored at Waikawa Marina.

The pest was immediately destroyed but significant follow-up A yacht that recently sailed from Auckland and surveillance work will be needed in moored at Waikawa Marina was found to be areas where the boat had travelled.

Biosecurity Manager, Jono Underheavily infested with Mediterranean fanworm. wood, says Mediterranean fanworm Photo: Marlborough Marinas

is a serious threat to Marlborough’s coastal waters and aquaculture industry.

The Mediterranean fanworm is unwanted because it can quickly form dense colonies, forcing out native species and interfering with their ability to feed and breed. It has been found growing on scallops in Whangarei Harbour and has the potential to spread on to other shellfish.

“Vessel owners and operators need to play their part, know the rules, and keep their vessels clean, especially when moving around”

Jono says.

“Everyone needs to be especially vigilant moving boats from northern hubs such as Auckland and Whangarei, where the fanworm is well-established and can easily establish itself on to a vessel.

If you’re moving something south, a lift and clean immediately prior to departure is your best chance of avoiding an unwanted passenger.”

The owner was unaware of the fouling, which was probably smaller in size when the vessel came south six months ago.

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Big blue makes its marc

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By Bill McElhinney We love the wine, but the waste material from Marlborough’s burgeoning wine industry has been an ongoing problem.

After the juice has been squeezed out of a tonne of grapes, you’re left with about 25 percent waste; the stems, pulp, skins and seeds, which is known as grape marc.

Wine companies have struggled with the storage and disposal of grape marc, and as environmental standards have become more stringent, a number of companies have been charged after leachate from the marc has polluted nearby areas.

But now a new Marlborough company, PacRimEnviro, has developed what it believes is an innovative and sustainable solution for dealing with grape marc.

Company founders and directors, Chris Bowhill and Chris Walbran, have been trialling drying the marc to a level which prevents leaching.

The marc goes into the big blue dryer and the liquid comes out as steam. The result is a dry, sweet-smelling product that has the potential to be repurposed into a number of useful products.

They’ve been working away quietly for some months out at the Crafar Crouch Riverlands site, where they’ve installed the dryer hich can process 4.5 tonnes of marc an hour.

“The result is a product that can be stored safely,” Chris says.

He comes from a background in drying and food processing, having previously helped establish the successful honey drying company, G & S Foods, in Canvastown.

G & S processes honey into dried powder and packaged honey throat lozenges.

“Grape marc can be a useful resource, not a waste product,” Chris says.

“The dried marc can be turned into pellets for fires, or fire logs.

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Blenheim woman Emily Stein, who had battled cancer since 2016 and was an advocate for the funding of a cancer drug, has passed away aged 32.

She passed away at home last Friday and a funeral service is being held today to celebrate Emily’s life.

Emily was diagnosed after the birth of her youngest daughter Mabel.

She is survived by her husband Chris McMurtrie and daughters Ada and Mabel.

Teachers to strike May 29 Marlborough primary and secondary teachers have voted overwhelmingly in favour of taking part in the joint strike action that will take place across the country on May 29.

NZEI national president Lynda Stewart flew into Blenheim on Monday to visit a local school and kindergarten, and to attend a paid union meeting for the Kindergarten Collective Agreement.

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ABOVE: Chris Bowhill beside the drier he has made to process grape marc. The unit can be fuelled by biowaste.

LEFT: Chris with some of the finished product - grape marc that has been dried and could be processed into a number of useful products.

It could be used for animal feed, replacing expensive palm kernel brought in from overseas. It contains a lot of high value nutrients.

“It could be a slow release soil conditioner or could even be burned in commercial boilers instead of coal,” Chris says.

The grape marc drier can be heated by burning bio fuels such

as wood waste, and could even eventually be fired with pellets made from the dried marc.

Chris believes the company could eventually also deal with other bio waste materials such as garden green waste and forestry waste.

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“Chris has a lot of experience in this field,” Alec says, “and what they’re doing will remove the problems with storing leachate.

It looks good so far, and I wish them luck.”

Blenheim will be one of six locations selected as additional settlement locations for refugees, following the Government’s decision to increase the annual refugee quota to 1500.

It’s planned that refugees will begin to be settled in Blenheim from April 2020.

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Feast Marlborough a big success

By Bill McElhinney Feast Marlborough, held over the weekend in conjunction with the St Clair Vineyard Half Marathon, was another major success.

Bayleys Friday Night Feast attracted a record crowd – with more stalls and more people than the previous year, organiser Chris Shaw says.

“It goes to show the pulling power of Marlborough produce,” Chris says.

The four day food extrava-

ganza kicked off on Thursday with the WK Gala Feast, which once again was hugely popular, Chris says.

The celebration continued the following night at the Bayleys Friday Night Feast street party in central Blenheim, followed on Saturday and Sunday with Marlborough Underground, a series of exclusive culinary experiences in unique locations.

“Several of the people who attended the long lunch at

Waterfall Bay, in the Marlborough Sounds, told me it was the best meal they had ever eaten,” Chris says.

“And the Aunties of Manaaki, with their unique take on modern Maori cuisine at Omaka Marae, was another big success.”

Feast Marlborough is gaining momentum every year, Chris says, so is going from strength to strength.

“We’ll be back next year – watch this space!”

The Hogg family at the Friday Feast. Jason and Fiona with Hamish and Charlotte.

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The crumbed mussels were pretty good! Timara van Wese- Pat and John Murphy were sharing their delicious Manu, Tini and Chris Andrew enjoying some seafood at the Friday mael and Andrew Grant at the Friday Feast.

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Pine Valley project gets a boost

By Bill McElhinney Fundraising for new facilities at the popular Pine Valley camp has been given a boost with two recent donations.

A Clubs of Marlborough quiz team, The Microbes, has donated $500 to the project, and Blue Door Marlborough has handed over $20,000.

“We’re building an administration centre and accommodation on site to house a full-time camp manager,” Pine Valley trustee, Graeme Ellis says.

“The support from the Marlborough community has been

heartening, and shows that the facility is well-loved by many,” Graeme says.

“These donations will really help us towards our $270,000 target. We’re really grateful.

“Having a dedicated centre manager/facilitator will enable us to offer much more to groups visiting the centre, and to keep the camp fresh, functional and fun.”

The plans are in response to the retirement of long-term Pine Valley administrators, local farmers Lloyd and Val Mapp, and the relocation of the camp’s maintenance manager.

The Centre has been used

by Marlborough children and their families for 35 years.

“School groups, sports clubs, social clubs, private or family groups can use the camp,” Graeme says.

“We have lots of bookings from both schools and private groups.

“The people who come here can enjoy an array of fun activities such as an adventure playground, confidence course and waterslide, or try a range of activities such as mountain, biking, night hikes, bush walks, orienteering.”

Blue Door committee member Tony Hawke hands Graeme Ellis a $20,000 cheque for the Pine Valley project with Blue Door manager Bronwen Demmocks and staff member Lani Taie-Register looking on.

Vera’s hits help local groups

By Bill McElhinney A nostalgic musical trip down memory lane was a hit in Blenheim and has helped boost the funds of four local organisations.

Vera Lynn: Hits of the Blitz, starring Vicki Lee and featuring the Marlbor-

ough District Brass Band, performed two shows in the ASB Theatre last month.

“We decided the shows would be a fundraiser for Alzheimers Marlborough, the Marlborough RSA, Garrison Marlborough and the Brass Band,” Thelma Sow-

man, from concert sponsors Geoffrey T Sowman Funeral Directors, says.

Vicki has been entertaining audiences for over 40 years, touring the country performing the songs Vera Lynn made famous during World War II.

Thelma Sowman, centre, from concert sponsors Geoffrey T Sowman Funeral Directors, presents concert proceeds to Kevin Moseley, Marlborough District Brass Band, Chris Bamber, Marlborough RSA, Joanne Brown, Alzheimers Marlborough and Allan Udy, the Marlborough Garrison Society.

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Megan wins despite wrong turn

By Celeste Alexander The sun was shining and there was barely a breath of wind as around 3500 people took part in the annual St Clair Half Marathon event on Saturday.

The 21.1km course attracted many outof-town competitors who converged in Blenheim for the fundraising event which supports Bowel Cancer New Zealand.

Organisers Chris Shaw and wife Anna Polson say the total amount raised is “looking around $20,000”.

“I think we really nailed it this year,” Chris smiles.

“It was such a great day, everyone was so happy and seemed to really enjoy the whole event and the support shown by everyone involved has been incredible.

“I feel pretty privileged having a bunch of mates helping with the event and the volunteers are a really great team to work with. Everyone cares and it shows right throughout the event, which is why it works so well,” Chris says.

The 21.1km course winds through 21 vineyards, up and over short stop banks and alongside the Wairau River.

“We are so lucky to have 21 land owners on board… from corporates including Cloudy Bay through to the Gane family who let us cut holes in fences and come onto their land. We are extremely fortunate,” Chris adds.

As supporters began to line up at the finish to cheer on the walkers and runners, it was Nelson student Yuta Kambayashi who came through as the first male in the 21.1km run.

Amazingly, Yuta had taken a wrong turn and had run one kilometre before realising and turning back. The small detour did not disadvantage him as he managed to finish with the time of 1:16:35.67.

Behind him was local boy George Varney with his time of 1:21:37.45.

The first woman to cross the finish was Blenheim’s own Megan Graham who had also taken a wrong turn but still managed to win with her time of 1:22:42.85.

“It was hard work once I had realised I took the wrong turn, and had to battle my way through 2000 people to get back to the front. But overall I have really enjoyed the event and the colours and scenery are absolutely beautiful,” she says.

This was Megan’s second time competing, not including last year as she was pregnant with daughter Ameika.

Behind Megan in second place was Laura Smidt of Woodbourne with her time of 1:30:12.38.

Results of top placings: 21.1km Walk (male) – 1st Andrew Lingard, 2nd Paul Severins, 3rd Peter Hague.

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The Art of Passion Former real estate agent Mark Stevenson says he is as busy as ever even if he is technically retired. He talks to Jacob Page about his career moves, his love of art and why he bucks the trend and is so open with his collection.

There’s nothing stereotypical about Mark Stevenson’s art collection or the way he utilises it.

The Stevenson Collection housed on Picton’s High Street is a passion project for Mark that will likely never be complete.

He has turned it into his retirement occupation.

The Stevenson Collection has more than 400 pieces and is recognised as one of the most extensive collections in New Zealand.

“Many of them are considered museum quality.

“We loan a lot of our art out as well so there’s always something in Auckland, Wellington or Nelson.

By his own admission, Mark was 30-years-old and well into his teaching career before his love of art truly developed.

“There wasn’t one trigger moment that I can look back on and say ‘that’s when I became an art lover’,” he said.

“I just purchased one or two paintings and I became more engrossed in the world of art and I started spending more time visiting public galleries as well as dealer galleries.

“As I did that, I met more people and it took off from there.”

Mark says he started to get to know some of the artists.

“Once I got to know them, I got to know their work and it imploded on itself from there.”

Mark says he does have moments where he ponders how his collection became so extensive.

“I remember a few years ago my wife Bernie wanted to do a catalogue of all the pieces and I didn’t want to because I didn’t want to know how many I had,” he said.

He said he always wanted his collection to be enjoyed and visible and his gallery in Picton allows that.

“Basically, anyone can come and have a look seven days a week, and I will give them a free guided tour.

Mark Stevenson with Cherie Dixon, who he taught when he was principal at St Joseph’s in Picton.

Free group tours of the Steveson Collection are available in Picton.

“There’s always humour and stories about the art work as we go along.”

He said getting his hands on a piece painted in 1929 by Francis Hodgkins called ‘A Country Window’ was a highlight.

“When the art dealer rung me and said he had found the Hodgkins piece that I really needed, I remember it was 2002 and he wouldn’t tell me anything about it other than I had to come down to have a look at it and when I saw it I just couldn’t believe it.

“We hung it up and I remember calling Bernie and I told her what I was looking at and I said ’I don’t know what to say’.

“She came right back with ‘no would be a good start’.”

Mark admits he’s largely indoctrinated his family into enjoying art but he never wanted to make the art more important than it was.

“I always made sure the art wasn’t put on a pedestal.

“If the kids were running around the house and bumped into one, it wasn’t a big deal, it was just part of family life.”

Mark admits there’s no deliberate themes to the pieces he buys, he just wants people to view it and enjoy it.

“Art is to be viewed and as I say to people, you don’t have to like the art, just enjoy the experience.

“I’m always going to be collecting.”

“I’m fully retired, this is my passion and I love sharing it with people.

“I love it when people come in here and say ‘when is that artist going to finish that painting?’ I think that’s great because they are having a reaction to art.”

Mark said he will always look

to add to his collection.

“I’m always going to be collecting and I’ve been incredibly well behaved so far this year and we all know that isn’t going to last.

“I don’t consider myself retired because I spend 30 or 40 hours a week on art.

“I remember about 15 years ago I was in the office and Bernie was helping on reception and she took a phone call from a gentleman who asked if I was in the office and she said yes, and he asked if he could speak with me and she said no.

“He asked why and she replied ‘because I want a new kitchen before Mark gets another piece of art’.

“Now that art dealer refers to her as Mrs Kitchen.”

Mark says he misses the people in real estate but he was happy he had closed that chapter on his life for this one.

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“I always wanted to have three or four careers, I’ve had three and I look at art collecting not as a career but more of a fulltime passion.

“Every day I come in to the gallery when I’m on my own and I’m amazed at the collection.

“There’s a piece from Bill Hammond here which is probably one of the best he’s ever done and a lot of people come in here to see it.

“I’m very eclectic with my art, I just love it all.

“There’s an awful lot of colourful works here but that’s about the only theme.

“I want art to be available to people and this is my passion.”

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Adding plants to interior spaces can increase oxygen levels. At night, photosynthesis ceases, and plants typically respire like humans, absorbing oxygen and releasing carbon dioxide. A few plants –orchids, succulents and epiphytic bromeliads –do just the opposite, taking in carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen. Place these plants in bedrooms to refresh air during the night.

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How relaxing is your bedroom?

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Bedroom location: Choose bedrooms at the backend of your house as they are usually quieter. Plus you will also enjoy higher levels of privacy.

Get work out of the bedroom: Work and sleep don’t mix, so avoid work-related furniture in the bedroom, such as a desk.

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Archie to be very popular It’s official, the names Archie and Harrison may now be set to become a whole lot more popular now that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have named their first child, son Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor.

According to the New Zealand Department of Internal Affairs, the popularity of babies being named Archie and Harrison have risen over the last decade, ranking closely to one another in 2018 on the top 100 list.

Archie came in at 23rd with 138 babies taking the name, and Harrison was close behind at 28th with 128 babies given the moniker.

The latest royal baby will likely spark a new naming trend for

Archie and Harrison, much as his fathers did.

Following the Duke’s birth in 1984, the name Harry steadily climbed popularity charts, ascending from eight babies taking the title in 1985 to 127 in 2014.

After a slight decline in 2015, the name made a popular comeback in 2018, with the moniker ranking 22nd on the top 100 baby names, likely a result of the Duke and Duchess’ marriage.

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Are you a skilled Viticulture Technician, or Field Supervisor?

Viticulture Technician: Members of the late Rod Eatwell's family at Government House receiving the QSM he was awarded. From left: Connor Eatwell, Stephen Butler, John Eatwell, Mary Butler, Governor-General Dame Patsy Reddy, Phoebe Giles, Phoebe's daughter Joanna Giles and Stephen Emmanuel.

Family receives Rod’s QSM

By Bill McElhinney It was a proud day for members of the late Rod Eatwell’s family when they gathered at Government House last week to receive Rod’s QSM. The Queen Charlotte Track stalwart Rod Eatwell knew about his latest honour, but didn’t live to collect it.

Rod, 90, died when his car crashed at Koromiko, between Picton and Blenheim, last year.

He was been awarded the Queen’s Service medal in the latest New Year Honours.

Rod, who farmed at Kenepuru Head,

was one of the prime movers in the establishment of the Kenepuru Walkway, which later became the Queen Charlotte Track. He opened his land up for the track and spent more than 30 years maintaining and improving it.

Rod had accepted the award about a month before his death, and was very excited about it, his son John, says.

“We’re pleased he knew about it and had the recognition for all his efforts. As a family, we’re very proud of the things he did, but it’s always nice to have the external recognition.”

We are looking for a Viticulture Technician to support our Awatere Site, with leading, planning and implementing day to day activities across 400ha of our Awatere vineyards. This position would provide additional visibility, leadership, coordination, planning and technical expertise for the Wairau based operations team while also actively participating in operational tasks.

What does a Viticulture Technician do?

• Support Managers with leading, planning and implementing day to day activities including vine management and staff activities.

• Work across the Awatere vineyard sites, providing support with planning and allocation of resources.

• Provide technical support to drive the continued improvement of the Awatere viticulture operations.

• Assist in planning and recruitment of suitably skilled staff to ensure work is completed in a safe, timely and efficient manner having regard to the Vineyard Operational Plan, budget and following company processes.

• To actively contribute and make recommendations regarding possible improvements in vineyard operational efficiency and/or quality and productivity • Assist in ensuring that vintage operations are carried out with maximum efficiency in a safe manner without compromising quality.

Skills and experience required to undertake this role include: • Degree/Diploma in Viticulture/Horticulture completed/in progress is preferable, or proven industry experience • Technical expertise and competence with vineyard related tools, equipment and machinery • Proven leadership skills and/or abilities.

• Current driver’s license.

• Ability to work with an iPad for internal systems with training provided.

• Ability to work as part of a team.

• Strong communication skills, motivated, organised with great time management skills.

• Basic first aid certificate.

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We are looking for a Labour Field Supervisor to help lead our Marlborough Variable Labour Team. You would be part of a dedicated labour supervision team who work with various local contacting companies to complete vineyard labour operations across 2000ha of our vineyards.

What does a Senior Field Supervisor / Field supervisor do?

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Daily planning of operations to ensure activities are compliant, safe and efficient.

Setting daily/weekly work plans liaising with planning team and variable labour manager Subject matter expert with our vineyard management software, AgCode Running daily team meeting.

Managing continuous improvement audits and outcomes Fleet Vehicle checks, warrant of fitness, service and or repairs Coordination and support with the Machine Operations and Site teams when on site.

Oversees and coordinates activities performed by contract labour including thinning, pruning and bud rubbing and oversees the job quality on the vineyard.

Skills and experience required to undertake this role include: • • • • • •

Proven leadership skills and/or abilities Current driver’s license.

Ability to work with an iPad for internal systems with training provided Ability to work as part of a team Strong communication skills, motivated, organised with great time management skills.

Basic first aid certificate

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Career with opportunity for development, working locally for a global company A product allowance An emphasis on employee involvement and an industry leading workplace Health & Safety program.

All equipment required to complete your job to a high standard.

Dedicated team leadership and workshop support.

About us: We are one of New Zealand’s premier wine and spirits companies. We represent a rich portfolio of brands that makes us intensely proud and reflects our #1 position in New Zealand - a position achieved through hard work and a great culture. We are a company of people with commitment and integrity, a dash of entrepreneurship and a splash of conviviality. The latest engagement survey showed that 97% of employees are engaged and proud to be associated with the company. It’s a winning mix that’s seen the Pernod Ricard Group ascend to co-leader in wine and spirits globally and makes it a great place to work for like-minded people.

If this sounds like the new challenge that you have been waiting for we’d love to hear from you! Applications close 23rd May 2019. Please note that we will be reviewing applications as they come in.

To view all current opportunities, please follow this link: and filter for New Zealand or Marlborough https://pernodricard.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/pernod-ricard Or https://www.pernod-ricard.com/en-nz/careers/

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MARLBOROUGH BOYS’ COLLEGE Learning Assistant Fixed Term, Part Time Up to 30 hours per week (term time only) Start date as soon as possible We are looking for an individual who has strong relationship capabilities, a sense of humour, resiliency and can take initiative. The successful candidate will be able to work one on one and in small groups with our students with moderate levels of learning difficulties to support them achieve academic success.

Suitable experience and/or qualifications as a Learning Assistant will be an advantage.

To apply please request an Application Pack by emailing the Assistant Principal Human Resources nicole.peterson@mbc.school.nz Applications close 9.00 am on Friday 17 May 2019

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Please send a curriculum vitae and covering letter before 4pm Monday 27 May 2019 to Attn: Carla Brownie CARE Marlborough manager@carem.nz Or 26 Percy St Blenheim 7201 Enquiries telephone 578 0302

Maintenance Engineer We are looking to boost our maintenance team with an appointment of a trade qualified maintenance engineer, electrical fitter or similar experience.

TradeTech maintains a large amount of plant, not only in the Marlborough region but NZ wide as well. Servicing a wide range of industries such as Wineries, Local infrastructure and Bottling Lines.

The successful candidate will ideally have previous experience in maintenance engineering in a variety of industries and have the ability to not just 'do the job', but to use their analytical and problem-solving skills to provide top level service to a broad base of clients. Working as a part of a maintenance team, candidates will have good interpersonal skills and an aptitude for getting stuck in to get the job done.

In addition, applicants should have the following attributes: • Trade qualification in either mechanical engineering or fitting and turning.

• Broad practical experience in preventative and breakdown maintenance within a production environment.

• Developed communication skills, someone who can communicate with team members and customers alike • Persons with engineering experience but not trade qualified could also apply.

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

Please email a cv and covering letter to greg@tradetechgroup.co.nz by the 29th May. www.tradetechgroup.co.nz

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• Passion and commitment for working with people with mental health issues to reduce stigma and discrimination within the community • Knowledge of local community organisations • Mediation and de-escalation skills • Problem solving • Communication Skills - negotiation, motivating and leadership

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We are seeking a collaborative and enthusiastic, NZ registered teacher to join our dedicated team.

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If you’re interested make contact, we’d love to hear from you.

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Wednesday May 15, 2019 In Memoriam

MURPHY, Bill: 29.11.1931 - 11.5.2017. Our hearts are full of memories, with pride we speak your name. Though life goes on with out you, it will never be the same. With all our love your family and loving wife Lorraine.

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Public Notices FITZ'S Gym Now open 7 days at Simcox Stadium 50 Battys Road Casual and monthly rates available any enquires phone 5784851

Death notices NORMAN, Desmond Reginald (Des): On Saturday May 11, 2019, in Blenheim. Aged 84 years. Much-loved partner and friend of Gloria Marfell. Loved father and father-in-law of Fiona and Matthew Smith, and Rachel and Maurice Brown. Much-loved Opa of Rosie, Sophie, and Lucy; Charlotte, Arabella, and Joshua. Loved stepfather of Andrew Marfell, and Jamie and Karen Marfell. Loved step-grandfather of Pia; Ashley, and Olivia. Loved brother of the late Don Norman and brother-in-law of Lynn Williams. Special thanks to the staff at Waterlea Lifecare.

Messages may be sent to the Norman Family, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Alzheimers Marlborough would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to 8 Wither Road, Blenheim 7201. A farewell service for Des will be held at the Church of the Nativity, Alfred Street, at 2.00pm on Thursday May 16.

ALCORN, Valerie Alison (Val) nee Saunders: Passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Saturday May 11, 2019 at Hospice Marlborough, after a short illness. Loved wife of Ron, and the late Harold, loved mum of Alan and Cindy, Robert (Bob), Kaylene and Jason Hollard, and Graham and Lesa (USA). Adored and rocking grandma of Lorrane, Catherine, and Vanessa; Paris, Cruz, and Ireland; and Logan.

Messages may be sent to 5 Kirk Street Renwick 7204 or email kaylenehollard@gmail. com. In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice Marlborough would be appreciated, and may be made at the service, or sent to PO Box 411 Blenheim 7240. A celebration of Val’s life that was a very colourful life, (so wear lots of colour in honour of Val) will be held at the Giesen Sports Centre 8 Uxbridge St, Renwick at 2pm on Thursday May 16.

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

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ROBINSON, Mindy-Lee Francis Elizabeth: Passed away at Mercy Hospice, Auckland.

Tuesday 30th April, 2019, aged 37 years.

Loving mother of Jayamani. Loved daughter of Kalvin and Maree. Loved sister and sisterin-law of Nadia and Steve Campbell, and special aunty of Addison Campbell. Messages may be sent to 7 Lawrence Place, Blenheim 7201. A private cremation has taken place.

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

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Saturday Members’ Draw - $5000.00 Live Music - South Bound - Club Bar from 7pm

Tuesday Members’ Draw - 1st draw $1900.00 *Unless struck prior

Madsen Promotions presents The Eagles and Neil Diamond Tribute 14 June Tickets available at Reception $25 Members, their guests and Affiliates Welcome P: 5781059 • www.clubsofmarlborough.org.nz

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11am-12.30pm. Salvation Army HQ, Henry St, Blenheim. Sign out. Free Christian healing prayer available to anyone. Phone 578 9704.

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Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non urgent 579 4870.

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

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

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

Citizens Advice Bureau: Free, friendly, confidential advice.

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

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

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

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

Picton: Ambulance: Urgent 111. Nonurgent 579 4870.

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

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REID, Beverley Ruth (Bev): Passed away at Blenheim, suddenly but peacefully, with her loving husband at her side, on Sunday May 12 2019. Aged 67 years. Dearly loved and treasured wife of just over 40 years of Mark, a loved ‘mother figure’ to many over the years. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Jennie and Peter Jessop, Frances and Bill Ashton, Helen and Rex Hebberd, and Murray and Judy Russ. Loved sister-in-law of Stephen and Michelle Reid, and the late Ruth Margaret Reid. Loved aunty of all her nieces and nephews. Messages may be sent to the Reid Family, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240. In lieu of flowers, a donation to The Bible Society of New Zealand would be appreciated and may be made at the service, or online at https://biblesociety.org.nz/ A celebration of Bev’s life will be held at the Harvest Life Church, Nelson Street, at 11am on Friday May 17, followed by interment at Fairhall Cemetery.

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Blenheim man wins bronze at world Aquabike Champs Local man, Paul Sell, has won a bronze medal at the World Aquabike Championships.

Paul was amongst over 40 Kiwi multisport athletes competing at the International Triathlon Union Multisport World Championships in Pontevedra, Spain, from April 27 to May 4.

The event saw over 4000 athletes from across the globe representing their countries in sprint and standard distance triathlon, cross tri, aquathlon, aquabike and long distance triathlon.

Paul competed in the Aquabike event in the M45-49 category, which was to be a 3km river swim and a 109km bike.

However, due to cold water and air temperatures on the morning of the event, the swim was shortened to 1500m. This didn’t play to Paul’s strengths, as he is normally one of the stronger swimmers in multisport events.

He exited the water in second place in his age group and eighth overall before a sluggish transition, led to the three lap bike course, which had over 1500m of climbing, an exceptionally fast descent and a tricky, technical descent.

Despite crashing on the latter, Paul managed to complete the course in the third fastest time in his age group and 12th overall, giving him a creditable third place finish in his age group and eighth overall.

He finished behind another Kiwi, Brendon Vesty, an ex-professional cyclist from Hawkes Bay, who took home the gold medal.

New Zealand finished sixth on the medal table with eight golds, six silvers and seven bronzes, coming behind much bigger teams from Spain, Great Britain, the USA, France and Italy, but beating equally big teams from Germany and Australia.

Despite a crash on the cycle leg, Paul Sell still managed to win bronze at the World Aquabike Championships in Spain.

Badminton reps upset Canterbury The Marlborough badminton division three rep team upset its Canterbury opponents on Saturday for the first time in many years.

Playing in Nelson in the first round of the South Island Pearse Cup Competition, Marlborough took out the match 7-4.

Marlborough started strongly with wins for the two mens doubles pairings of Joe Timms and

Akhil Bhardwaj and Brendon Waters and Jordan Thomas, both matches going to three sets . The top womens doubles pairing of Cloe Vining and Jessica Crosbie carried on the success taking out their opponents 21-19 21-19.

Bhardwaj and Vining went on to win their singles matches, Bhardwaj in a tough three set battle. The team required one of the remaining three mixed doubles

matches to win and the pairings of Timms and Vining and Bhardwaj and Crosbie combined to clinch their tough three set matches for the victory.

Earlier in the day Marlborough went down to their Nelson rivals 8-3.

The team started well with wins to both mens doubles pairings, Jordan Thomas taking out his singles. But the Nelson team were

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

May 7, women’s 9 hole stableford: Vivienne Boyle 18; Leigh Andrews 16; Bev Lindsay 14; Christine Burns 13; Sue Lissaman 13.

May 8, women’s stableford: Vivienne Boyle 36; Lorraine Walton

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Harrier Club events The Marlborough Harrier Club meets at the Oliver Park clubrooms at 6pm on Thursday 16 for a pack/training run or walk. Reflector gear is compulsory.

Joggers and walkers regardless of ability are welcome. Everyone is welcome to participate.

On Saturday meet at Pelorus Bridge car park at 2pm to meet up with Nelson Clubs to either run or walk with their members or just go out and enjoy the delights the of Pelorus surroundings.

This is a non-competitive run with friends. If you want a longer run then it is Maungatapu Track and Timeline up to 2.5 hours.

Can we have as many club members to over- power them with our maroon and gold uniform.

Please make your own travel arrangements as there is no car pooling.

Members and non-members welcome.

Enjoy afternoon tea post run/walk. Tea, coffee, water provided. Please bring something to share with others.

Bowls results Wednesday 8th May: 1st Mike Pesto, Brian Newell, Gweneth Pilling; 2nd Noeline Bryant, Nancy Croad, Jo Straker; 3rd Trish Cowns, Geoff Sanford, Richard Lissaman.

Saturday 11th May: Winter Fives 1st Bruce Hitchcock, Dot Arnison, Mike Pestno, Sue Bell, Steve McKee; 2nd John Bate, Sue McDonald, Mike Lane, Val Montgomery, Barry Bridges.

Awatere golf pink ribbon Awatere Women held a pink ribbon breakfast and golf day last Wednesday, the second such event. It was well attended with 45 players. Thanks to all who supported the day, and all the work “behind the scenes”.

Just over $2000 was raised for the Pink Ribbon appeal Special thanks to Ala Ward for all her wonderful organisation and work.

Results: senior gross, Sue Murray 80.

Intermediate gross, Dale McCrindle 93.

Junior gross, Tessa Sutherland 104.

Senior nett, Sue Laing 71. Intermediate nett, Rachael Westenra 71, CB. Junior nett, Debra Nicholls 73.

Senior stableford, Mary Ann Rinke 32.

Intermediate stableford. 1st Margaret Roberts 39; 2nd Gayle Marfell 36; 3rd Dido Harper 34; 4th Kaye Keys 34; 5th Joan Gabara 34; 6th Polly Marfell 34; 7th Louise Pearce 34; 8th Lyn Naysmith 34. Junior stableford, 1st Lynda White 36; 2nd Carol Loe 35; 3rd Marie McLauchlan 35.

General: 2 & 11 nearest the pin in two, Annie Hubert; 5 & 14 Gin Tree, Marie McLauchlan; 6 & 15 Nearest the Line, Dido Harper; 8 & 17 Breast Drive, Sue Murray; 9 & 18 Breast Check and nearest the pin, Dido Harper. Twos, Chas, Dido Harper & Margaret Hastings.

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33; Julie Nicolle 33; Elaine Porter 32.

May 9, men’s stableford, Div.1: Ian Newport 40; Arthur Dovey 38; Hugh Bay 37; Brian Burgess 36; Ken Bennett 36. Div.2: Graeme Parker 38; John Rodgers 37; Paul Ham 37; Lyndsay Burrow 37; Stuart Parker 36.

May 11, women’s net medal, Div.1: Jane Anderson- Bay 83;

Frances Handfor th 83. Div. 2: Cherry Wilson 74; Marion Tripe 84. Div.3: Lyndy Larkin 82. Men’s stableford, Div.1: Geoff Barnett 38; Terry Loomis 37; Peter Marfell 36; Ando Yuichi 36; Alan Yemm 33.

Div.2: Trevor McGarry 39; Richard McLean 34; Lyndsay Burrow 32; Brian Chippendale 31.

Jordan 62; 2nd John Billingsley 64; 3rd Gerald Johnson 70.

Womens stableford: 1st Sue Murray

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Coming up: mixed 27-hole, May 18.

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Awatere Golf results Results from recent matches played at the Awatere Golf Club.

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The team was Joe Timms, Akhil Bhardwaj, Brendon Waters, Jordan Thomas, Cloe Vining, Jessica Crosbie, Zoya Timms and Elaine Low. In August the team travel South to compete in the South Island Finals in Christchurch.

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Results from recent matches played at the Rarangi Golf Club.

May 8, men’s stableford: Murray Ingram 42; John Cootes 39; Steven Fagan 39; Alan Rutledge 38; Mike McConnell 38;p Ray Tomlinson 38; Brian Baxter 38; Terry Lane 37; Alan Hogg 37; Lindsay McAlpine 37; Terry Allen 37; Warwick Brice 37.

May 9, ladies stableford: Margaret York 37; Rete Kydd 36; Trish Robertson 36.

May 11, Artie Stretch

Memorial, mens net, gross, stableford. Men net: 1st Neil Reeves 65; 2nd Bruce Verry 70; 3rd Murray Ingram 71; 4th Phil D’auvergne 72. Gross: 1st Tony Nichol 74; 2nd Paul Silke 79. Stableford: Glen Kirby 40; Terry Grant 37 Dennis Wye 37; Barry Masters 36.

Ladies net: 1st Andrea Corbet t 73; 2nd Carla Hepplethwaite 74 3rd Trish Robertson 74. Gross: Tracy Bary 82. Stableford: 1st Marilyn Smith 38; 2nd Joy Brehaut 36.

Nearest the pins: on No 3,

Helen Neame; on No 6, Phil D’auvergne; on No 12, Sam Rainbird; on No 16, Andrea Corbett.

Coming events: Wednesday, men’s midweek golf, 11am start. Thursday, 2nd round Charters Cup stableford, 10 am start.

Saturday, men 5th round qualifying club champs, stroke. Ladies, 2nd round McDonald Trophy, bisque par, 12pm start. Sunday, men 6th round qualifying club champs, stableford. Ladies, stableford, 11am start.

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Wednesday May 15, 2019

HOUSTON PRESTIGE ROADSHOW ON NOW at The MOTOR CENTRE, 81 Nelson Street

3 DAYS ONLY 16 17 18 th

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*Max term 3 years. T&C’s, fees and credit criteria apply. Excludes RAM. Ends 31st May 2019.

Begin your Jeep journey

2018 Jeep Cherokee Limited 3.2 petrol V6 9 speed auto 4wd

2018 Jeep Compass Limited 2.4 petrol 4wd 9 speed auto

$54 990

2019 Ram 1500 Express 4.5 ton tow rating with longest deck in NZ $89 990

2018 Jeep Renegade Trailhawk 2.4 petrol 4wd 9 speed auto

$44 500

$39 500

2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 3L V6 diesel, 3.5 ton tow rating, self-levelling height adjustable $69 990 suspension.

2012 Dodge Journey R/T 2WD, 3.6V6, rear entertainment system. The 7 seater with attitude. $23 990

3.95%

2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 3.0 V6 diesel turbo with all the luxury $89 990

2019 Ram 1500 Laramie 4.5 ton tow rating 5.7 V8 Hemi luxury

2017 Jeep Renegade Trailhawk 2.4 petrol, 4wd with low range, a very capable off road Jeep

2012 Chrysler 300 Ltd 3.6V6 petrol, rear wheel drive, luxury sedan

$29 990

$114 990

$24 990

Mercedes-Benz because you deserve the best Mercedes-Benz Certified vehicles and ex demonstrator vehicles.

2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350d AMG Line Exterior, AIRMATIC, Apple CarPlay.

KGJ270

$96,990 Drive Away

2019 Mercedes-Benz X250d Power Pre reg special, 360° Camera, 3.5t towing MBL737 $59,950 drive away

2018 Mercedes-Benz C 200 1.5L turbo with mild hybrid, new facelift model.

LMS787

$74,990 Drive Away

2016 GLC 250d Coupe 2.2L diesel turbo, Heads up Display, AMG Line, 15,000kms KFR872

$86,990 drive away

2017 Mercedes-Benz B 180 1.6L turbo, 5.5L/100km, Reversing Camera, Night package KSG674

$47,950 Drive Away

2018 Mercedes-Benz C 300 Coupe 180Kw, 9 speed, AMG styling, Burmester Sounds LGS853 $84,990 Drive Away

2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 250 d 2.2L turbo diesel, full size SUV, AIRMATIC. LJB183

$94,990 Drive Away

2016 Mercedes-Benz C 250 2.0L turbo 155Kw, heads up display, leather, low km’s JUM220

$52,990 Drive away

Houston Prestige | at The Motor Centre, 81 Nelson Street, Blenheim | Phone 03 578 0287 | www.houstons.co.nz

2018 Mercedes-Benz E 200 Coupe 2.0L turbo, AMG Line, Widescreen cockpit $94,990 Drive Away LBY534

2017 Mercedes-Benz A 250 Sport 2.0L turbo, White Art Edition, Sports seats, 19” alloys LBU154 $61,990 Drive Away