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By Celeste Alexander Juggling a career in finance with days and weekends spent responding to callouts in the Blenheim Volunteer Fire Brigade and the Rarangi Surf Life Saving Club has its challenges, but according to Ashlee Wiblin it comes down to “having a good calendar system”.

The 21-year-old was one of hundreds of firefighters who raced up the 1,103 stairs in Auckland’s Sky Tower last month, in a bid to raise money for Leukaemia & Blood Cancer New Zealand.

It was her second year participating as part of the Blenheim Volunteer Fire Brigade team which this year raised a total of $14,481.

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Ashlee Wiblin is a volunteer firefighter, surf life saver and mortgage advisor.

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Finance and volunteering Continued from page 1.

“The stair challenge is an amazing event to be part of. I was happy to beat my time from last year by one minute.

“It’s a huge mental and physical challenge… I had my face mask on the whole time with my finger on the Supplementary Air Supply button trying to get air. My chest was sore towards the end but I made it in 25 minutes.

“It’s a lot harder than you think… one girl passed out but there are paramedics on every floor and everyone supports you as you go. It’s a great event and for a good cause,” she says.

Becoming a volunteer firefighter was largely due to Ashlee’s uncle who she says she “looked up to”.

“Then in 2016 I just decided to join and it’s been great since.

“Mentally and physically it has changed me as a person. The training made me stronger and pushed me which I really enjoyed. “ Ashlee’s work as a self-employed mortgage advisor means she can respond to daily callouts when she’s not with a client, as well as being on a weekend roster.

Then during the summer months Ashlee volunteers for the Rarangi Surf Life Saving Club making

the months between October and February a busy time for her.

“By the time April rolls around it’s refreshing to have a routine back again,” she laughs.

It’s no surprise that Ashlee loves being close to the sea. She lived at Momorangi Bay for four years and attended Linkwater School, then later Riverlands Schools.

She went on to Marlborough Girls’ College but decided to leave at age 17.

Her parents insisted she go into full time job so Ashlee found work with Repco as well as some bar work in Blenheim.

She was approached to manage the administration at another local workshop before taking on a sales role at a local car dealership. That’s where her career in finance began.

“I had originally been applying at banks but instead worked my way into car finance which led me to a job at Armstrong Prestige in Christchurch.

“It was by chance during a visit in Blenheim where I was looking at buying a house that I met with Peter Lewis at Mortgage Express and he asked if I’d be interested in working in home finance.

“I had always thought it was the next step for me so it was great timing. It

Members of the Blenheim Volunteer Fire Brigade team which took part in last month's Firefighter Sky Tower Stair Challenge. Pictured are Matt Tempest, Craig Stephens, Blake Old, Stuart Hanaray and (front) Ashlee Wiblin and Zac Mortimer.

was a bit scary being self-employed but it’s been totally worth it,” she says.

Asked what her advice was for other young women, Ashlee says to do what interests them.

“And if you have been thinking about becoming a volunteer firefighter then get in contact!

“I definitely recommend joining the fire brigade… they are a great bunch of people,” she smiles.

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Jacinda makes a splash with marine team

By Aimee O’Hagan The Marlborough Girls’ College marine team were beyond excited to find that their efforts to protect the Marlborough Sounds would be rewarded with a surprise chance to meet Prime Minister, Jacinda Ardern.

Since early last year, the group of teenagers have been pressing the government to create more effective marine protection in the Marlborough Sounds.

After extensive research – looking into the effectiveness of the 50 year-old Marine Reserves Act and surveying locals on their knowledge about local marine reserves – the team wrote a letter to Jacinda Ardern, essentially pleading for the government to make a change.

The teens are wanting to form a marine guardian body of government, council members, and local community members that will have rights to create more protection in the sounds. Options of protection will include specific species and sea bed reserves, recreational fishing parks, and more.

“At the end of the day, we are looking for some kind of commitment from the government,” former MGC student and member of the marine team, Siobhan Hemingway, says.

“Our idea is a stepping stone for action.”

Visiting Blenheim on Thursday to talk about the Wellbeing Budget at Marlborough District Council, Jacinda quickly stopped by Marlborough Girls’ College to meet the team and discuss what they are fighting for.

“It was an amazing opportunity for us to finally sit down with her,” former MGC student and team member, Demi Fearn, reflects.

“She was an inspiration to talk to.”

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Geoff to prove he’s top of the chop This Saturday will see Blenheim man Geoffrey Hocquard, 35, compete at the STIHL Timbersports New Zealand championship title.

The championship is part of the Fieldays, the largest agricultural event being held at Mystery Creek in Hamilton.

With 18 years under his belt, Geoffrey has already proven he is a formidable opponent and is one of eight men who are considered the best of the best.

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Members of the Marlborough Girls' College marine team, MGC sustainability teacher, Melynda Bentley, and Prime Minister, Jacinda Ardern, pose for a selfie. From left: Demi Fearn, Baylee McConaghey, Holly Wills, Siobhan Hemingway, Jacinda Ardern, Hannah Dickson, and Melynda Bentley. Photo supplied.

“We discussed both the importance of the Sounds and the pressure the Sounds are under due to forestry, aquaculture, commercial fishing, and a lack of biodiversity,” past MGC pupil and marine team member, Hannah Dickson, explains.

So what’s next for the marine team?

“Our task now is to write another letter or report to her about the specific effects hap-

pening in the Marlborough Sounds,” Siobhan says.

“This includes dredging, bottom trawling, unsustainable fishing practices, sedimentation that comes from forestry.”

“We are going to do more research into the specific species that are being affected and what is effecting them,” Demi says.

“She [Jacinda] also identified the possibility of a local bill,”

Hannah adds.

From this point onwards, the team needs as much community support as possible.

“We need whole rounded support from the community!”

Siobhan exclaims.

According to Hannah, the fight is not over.

“We will continue to fight for marine protection in the Marlborough Sounds,” she says determinedly.

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Wine workers help the RSA with best olive harvest yet

By Bill McElhinney This year may be the best olive harvest for the Marlborough RSA, olive grove committee chairman John Cragg says.

The 1400 tree Burleigh Memorial olive grove was planted by RSA volunteers in 1995 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of VJ day.

Many returned soldiers who fought in World War II in Greece, Crete, North Africa and Italy sheltered from the enemy and enemy planes in olive groves.

The first 100 trees planted are identified with individual plaques dedicated to lost soldiers.

“We’re really grateful to the 130 Pernod Ricard workers who turned up again to help harvest 1400 tonnes of olives this year,” John says.

“We started at 9am and it was all over by 3.30pm.

Normally the harvest takes a small group of volunteers three days over a long weekend.”

The olives are harvested in the traditional way. Big mats are placed along each side of a row of trees and the olives are knocked off the trees with sticks and drop onto the mats.

“The initiative is part of Pernod Ricard’s ninth Responsib’ALL Day,” Tracey Ma rshall, New Zealand Sustainability Manager for Pernod Ricard, says.

“The Brancott Estate team joined 19,000 Pernod Ricard employees on June 6 globally in the company’s sustainability initiative. They take the day off their regular work to help out in the community.”

The extra virgin olive oil from the Burleigh grove olives is extracted at the Riverlands press and funds raised from sales go to the Marlborough RSA Welfare Trust Fund.

“We pressed 13 tonnes of

A great harvest! Gathering up the fruit among the olive trees were RSA members Peter Slape, Dick Webb, John Cragg and Karl Slape.

Pernod Ricard workers Bevan Bennett and Mark Logan beat olives off the trees at the Marlborough RSA olive grove.

olives and got 1600 litres of top quality oil last year,” John says.

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Simon Bridges visits the bridge

By Bill McElhinney The rain poured down in Blenheim last Wednesday, but that didn’t keep Simon Bridges away from the bridge.

The National Party leader was visiting Blenheim for the day and despite the weather, went to see progress on the new Opaoa Bridge.

Simon was Minister of Transport in 2016 when funding for the bridge was approved as part of a nationwide roading programme.

In 2015, the NZ Transport Agency launched an investigation of bridges on State Highway 1 north

of Blenheim.

The Wairau Bridge was found to be in serviceable condition, although its replacement may be considered in the future. The heritage bridge over the Opaoa River however, was identified for replacement as it was confirmed as too narrow for some vehicles, large freight vehicles in particular. It was also found the bridge is vulnerable in an earthquake.

Simon visited a number of Blenheim businesses including Marlborough engineering firm Cuddon Ltd. Cuddon freeze dry manager Helen

Ashworth and general manager Andy Rowe showed him some of the firms freeze driers.

Cuddon Ltd is a world leader in freeze dry technology, and has specialising in the design and manufacture of freeze-dry equipment and vacuum dry equipment since 1963.

The firm’s founder, Gorton Cuddon, introduced the first freeze drier after a trip overseas, and convinced Blenheim vegetable company, Petersville, to start freeze drying peas.

The freeze drier business has grown and the technology has

developed, and Cuddons now have an international market, exporting driers to Australia, USA, France, UK, Chile, Spain, Italy, Malaysian and Korea.

“Last year was our biggest yet – we exported more driers than in any other year, Andy says.

“The key advantage of using freeze-drying technology is that we remove the moisture without the addition of much heat,” Helen says.

“Most other drying techniques use heat to remove the moisture, which in essence cooks the moisture out.

“Freeze-dried products retain a fresh, rather than cooked flavour as well as the nutritional qualities.”

The Cuddon driers are used in a wide range of industries, including freeze drying food products, raw and cooked meat products, freeze drying nutraceuticals and even flowers.

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Blenheim band rehearsing hard for National Championships in June The Marlborough District Brass Band is in full rehearsal in preparation for the 2019 National Brass Band Championships in Hamilton from July 10.

Preparation began in earnest last weekend with rehearsals on Thursday and Friday nights, and all day Saturday and Sunday.

Another two weekend rehearsals will be held before the band presents its contest pieces to the Marlborough public at a gold coin donation concert to be held in Marlborough Boys’ College Hall, Stevenson Street, at 2pm on Sunday, July 7.

The band will travel to Hamilton on Tuesday, July 9, to enable soloists to compete in their

individual instrument classes on Wednesday and Thursday 11/12th, ahead of the band competition on Friday and Saturday where the band will perform a sacred item, a set test piece and an own choice test as well as participate in a street march through Hamilton CBD. Marlborough is one of 11 A grade bands competing this year and they will compete against the current A grade champions, Wellington Brass.

There will be stiff competition and for the first time a band from the USA, Chicago Brass, have entered the competition.

Thirty-one bands are tuning up for the competition, the largest

number of bands to attend a national contest since 2008.

The B grade is an international event with 10 bands competing including Boroondra Brass from Australia.

Chief adjudicator for the competition is Dr Luc Vertommen from Belgium who is regularly invited to conduct or adjudicate around Europe and obtained the International Buma Brass Award 2014 for his international work within the band movement.

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Japanese, Korean and Thai cuisine Sushi is known all over the world, and in Blenheim it’s a top selling menu item at Sagai Japanese & Korean Restaurant.

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by Amie Johns who took it over almost two years ago, and together with her chefs has continued to serve up a mouthwatering selection of Japanese, Thai and Korean dishes.

Sagai is not only busy in the evenings, but during lunch service too.

“We have many regulars who come for lunch. Some stay and dine, while others takeaway. Each week we welcome new customers because of the great feedback they hear about Sagai,” Amie says.

For lunch there are convenient pre-packed lunch options as well as many sushi flavours to choose from.

There is also a full menu for lunch and dinner people can choose from, as well as the popular Bento Boxes.

“Some of our most popular dishes are the Chicken Gangjong, our Pad Thai and Tom Yum soup,” Amie says.

Of course, Sagai caters for group bookings and provides set menus, as well as the very popular Teppanyaki station.

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“Call us to book for this experience,” Amie says.

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Climate change Dear Ed, I just don’t understand the Marlborough District Council’s attitude to climate change.

It has a “Climate Change Integrated Work Programme”. I thought combating climate change involved planting more trees, but council seems bereft of an environmental conscience and allows trees, often 80 years old, to be cut down, too often sacrificed for the God Grapes and the foreign

Budget blues Dear Ed, It was touted as the Well Being Budget.

It’s not so well being with regard to a sustainable future for Marlborough.

The South Marlborough Restoration Trust, in partnership with the Bio Security Department of the Marlborough District Council, had put together well prepared management plans along with 10 year budget forecasts to deal with the fast spreading wilding pine epidemic in the Waihopai, Wye, Leatham, Branch and Wairau catchments.

For these plans to succeed funding was crucial from central government through MPI to address these Crown Legacy Plantings.

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interests who own most of the grape/wine industry..

Some trees are of great historical significance, such as the old 100 year gums that marked the pioneer track from Blenheim to Picton, but two of them by Spring Creek and the Sandhills were felled.

At least, the big stumps could have been left with a plaque on them to explain their significance?

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Save the oak trees? this water, while not forgetting the ever expanding urban needs.

There were massive drops in crop yield this vintage due to severe water rationing and in some cases no water at all, brought about by severely reduced river flows (water yield) over the four catchments in question.

Some studies carried out point to a worst case scenario of an 85 per cent loss in water yield (river flow) if nothing is done to stem the tide of the wilding pine epidemic.

The work that was going to begin 2019 has now been put on hold indefinitely because the sitting government has failed to allocate any funds to address the problem in the four catchments.

This will ultimately affect the future well being of Marlborough and its people.

Murray Chapman Waihopai Valley.

Dear Ed, Re the oak trees on Dog Point road that are under power wires: the only one to benefit from saving them will be Lake Timara Lodge, where the rich guests pay hundreds of dollars per night.

I doubt the oaks are 30 years old, and they are encroaching on a public road and a well used shortcut from the Waihopai.

They should never have been planted under power wires.

Now we ratepayers, via the council, are asked to help re-route the wires. I think not.

If they were native trees I would support this.

Where were the tree lovers when all the vineyards scorched the plains during development?

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Hospice Shop volunteer Joan Ferguson and shop manager Christine Law are excited about the the midwinter Christmas sale instore next week.

Christmas cheer heading Redwoodtown way

By Celeste Alexander With a dash of red, a splash of green and some twinkling Christmas lights, you could be forgiven for thinking next week is Christmas at Redwoodtown.

The Hospice Shop in the Redwoodtown shopping area will be alive with all things Christmas for the whole of next week, thanks to a very special Midwinter Christmas Sale.

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says this is the first time the shop has ever held a Midwinter Christmas Sale, but it’s an idea that has the whole shop buzzing.

“It was actually a fantastic idea from one of our volunteers, Marion St John Knight. When she suggested it we thought it was a great idea to brighten up the shop and have a bit of fun with it,” Christine says.

“Some of our volunteers who will be helping with the displays

are people who absolutely love Christmas and always decorate their houses, so everyone is very excited.”

The Hospice Shop has Christmas trees waiting to be decorated and boxes upon boxes of “beautiful” decorations which have been donated by a “very generous community”.

“Anything Christmas… it will be in the shop,” Christine says.

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nity for those who are hosting Midwinter Christmas functions to come in and stock up on decorations.

“It’s also a good time to come in and buy your Christmas decorations ahead of the rush at the end of the year, while supporting the wonderful work that Hospice Marlborough does in our community,” she says.

The sale will run from June 17-22.

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Leaving a rich musical legacy Blenheim brass band stalwart Dave Beaumont passed away peacefully last Tuesday in his 89th year. Bill McElhinney looks back on Dave’s life of music and service.

Dave Beaumont was born in Croyden, London, and came to New Zealand with his parents, William and Florence, when he was eight months old.

His Dad was an Anglican minister, and the family moved around from Ahaura, on the West Coast, to Cheviot and then to Motueka, where Dave, at age 14, started playing the cornet with the Motueka Boys’ Band.

Having good front teeth and strong lips and cheek muscles helped with mastering the instrument, Dave said in a later interview.

Dave also played in dance bands across the region, and while he enjoyed the dance bands, classical music was always his favourite.

The family moved to Spring Creek in 1946 and Dave attended Marlborough Boys’ College, joining the Territorial Army Band in 1947 winning his first contest in 1948.

“I wouldn’t be doing the things I’m doing today if it hadn’t been for the example and influence of Dave.”

Dave joined the staff of Farmers as a salesman at age 17, and met his future wife, Betty Adams, there.

He lived out at Spring Creek, and he used to bike to work, bike back, and then bike to band practice twice a week, Because Dave lived out of town, the couple only got together at the weekends, usually going to the pictures on a Saturday night.

Dave was a keen road cyclist and won a number of trophies as a young man.

When he and Betty married, they built a house in Gascoigne Street and raised their children, five boys and a girl.

“We had vegetable gardens and fruit trees,” son Steve says.

“There were many happy family

holidays in tents and caravans.”

Dave was also a model aircraft enthusiast and built and flew many models, Steve says.

“He had great attention to detail in all he did,” Steve says, “and he also built several rowing boats in his spare time.”

Dave also worked in other Blenheim firms, including Cresswell Electrical, Dalgetys, Hopwood, Wemyss Bendall, and Mitre 10.

“His proudest moment was when he was made a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to music in the Queen’s Birthday Honours in 2000,” Steve says.

Marlborough District Brass Band conductor and Blenheim Musical Theatre music director, Kevin Moseley, credits Dave with launching his own musical career.

“Dave was playing in a Blenheim dance band and he heard my Mum, Joy, sing one night. She was a popular singer and well known around the district.

“He asked her afterwards if she had any other musical members in the family and she said she didn’t but she had two boys at home.

“A few days later there was a knock at our door and it was Dave, who came in and asked me if I’d like to learn to play the cornet.

“I was only about nine years old and of course I said ‘Yes!’ “Then he opened a case and showed me a shiny new cornet. It was the most beautiful thing I’d ever seen – like the crown jewels.

“He left it with me, and shortly after I started coming into town for music lessons with Dave.

“Philip Gibbison and I were his first pupils, and he was always kind and patient with us, even though we spent a lot of lesson time giggling and laughing together. But he never got cross and would just say: ‘Oh well boys, go and practice and we’ll see you next week.’

“Then he asked if I would like to go to an operatic show with him when he was playing in the orchestra. I was amazed at the atmosphere and the whole thing. And then he asked me to come back and bring my cornet.

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“That was the start of my time with the musical theatre, and I’ve been there ever since!

“I wouldn’t be doing the things I’m doing today if it hadn’t been for the example and influence of Dave.”

Dave was the principal cornet player in the Blenheim Band for many years, and was one of the most beautiful players Kevin says he has ever heard.

“He was an incredible musician,” Kevin says.

“One of the country’s top cornet players, Chris Campbell, says he

had never heard Dave make a mistake or play a bad note. But he wasn’t just technical; he played with heart and soul.”

Dave taught and encouraged dozens of young musicians and left a rich legacy.

“Just a few days before Dave died, my two young grandsons insisted on going to visit him at Ashwood Park and played for him.

“Dave only stopped playing in the band a couple of years ago, but was still planning on playing with the Civic Orchestra in their

upcoming concert.

“He gave hundreds of hours to the community in various bands, in teaching, and playing the Last Post for the RSA at funerals and other functions for many years.”

The Marlborough Band, with visiting players, was to play at Dave’s funeral at the Church of the Nativity today. Dave had selected a couple of hymns he wanted.

Kevin was also to play a special solo piece, The Shepherd Song.

“It’s a beautiful piece, calm and peaceful – just like Dave,” Kevin says.

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Sowman Monumental Services Dame Silvia Cartwright, who heads a public inquiry into the Earthquake Commission, will visit Ward and Seddon next week to meet people who want to make submissions to the inquiry, or who want to talk about their dealings with EQC.

Dame Silvia coming to hear views on EQC

By Bill McElhinney Seddon and Ward residents who were battered by the 2016 earthquake are being given an opportunity to air their views on their dealings with the Earthquake Commission.

A public inquiry into the Earthquake Commission is being led by Dame Silvia Cartwright, and she and her team will be in Ward and Seddon next week.

People are being invited to drop in and speak with Dame Silvia or her team to find out what the Inquiry has been hearing and to share their views on how EQC can be improved in future.

The Ward meeting is next Tuesday, June 18, from 1 -2pm at the Ward Community Hall, followed by a meeting in Seddon at the Awatere Rugby Club rooms from 3- 4.30pm.

“Anyone who has experiences with EQC and views on change, but hasn’t shared them with the Inquiry yet, I would urge them to take the time to do so,” Dame

Silvia says.

“These can be confidential if they wish. It is important we hear from people with a range of experiences – good, bad or otherwise.

“The public forums are for people to come along and have their say in person.

To date, almost 400 formal written submissions have been received on peoples’ experiences with EQC and what changes are needed for the future, alongside more than 200 comments received via social media.

A large proportion of the written submissions arrived before the closing date of Sunday, May 26.

People are saying they want to see more empathy, transparency, relevant expertise, quality assurance around assessments and repairs, and greater timeliness with claims, in feedback so far to the Inquiry.

“There are already some cle a r t h e m e s c o m i ng through. It’s obvious in the stories from people that many are still living with

the lasting impacts on them and their families,” Dame Sylvia says.

“People have been prepared to detail their experiences – which clearly hasn’t been easy for some – and still focus in on specific changes they feel are needed in how EQC responds and handles insurance claims after disasters.

“Suggested changes are around issues such as the damage assessment process, managed repair process and claims management,” Dame Sylvia says.

“I appreciate it’s often not easy to revisit difficult past experiences, but I hope people will do it for themselves and for others who will face the effects of natural disasters in the future.”

The independent Inquiry is tasked with making findings and recommendations as it relates to the operations, policies and service of EQC, following the Canterbury earthquakes and other natural disasters around New Zealand in recent years.

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Phil has 28-years experience working as a monumental mason, having learned the trade with just a scalpel in hand and sandblasting.

“When I first started everything was drawn and cut with a scalpel by hand. This used to take a week to complete but now with the machinery we use, the work can be done in two or three days… or if really urgent in 24 hours,” he says.

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Deb takes care of the design and artwork for the headstones, turning clients’ dreams into reality. Sowman Monumental also sandblast glass, provide pet plaques and personalised glassware.

“We can create a design, or you can give us your ideas, we do our best to give clients exactly what they want, although sometimes they need to be steered in a slightly different direction,” Phil says.

Sowman Monumental supply personal memorials as well as granite monuments for the RSA and other organisations from Kaitaia to Christchurch.

“We have in the past created 3D multi piece truck headstones, and with the help of a local engineering firm they were complete with smokestack and an air filter,” Deb says.

Other interesting pieces include a headstone with a hole filled with Kauri gum as a monument to a well-known gum digger north of Auckland, and a carved baby wrapped in angel wings, and a baby’s crib at actual size.

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Anna Bensemann (Anna the Planner)

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What does your role entail?

Each day is unique and different. Managing your time and planning is the key: Co-ordinate appointments, marketing, open homes and private viewings while maintaining outstanding customer service. Keeping in touch with the local and regional market statistics is also a daily ritual.

What does your role entail?

I would honestly have to say my biggest achievement and most rewarding, was becoming a mum.

I help people navigate the confusing world or resource consents. I prepare resource consent applications and file them with district and regional councils for activities like subdivision, boundary Ph 0279 460445 adjustment, earthworks, septic tanks, second dwellings, water permits, business setup, coastal jetties, sea walls and rock protection works, and any other activities that generate the need for a resource consent.

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What has been your biggest achievement?

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I just love people! Helping clients sell their homes so they can move onto the next chapter of their lives, and the huge smile you see on a first home buyers face when you hand over the keys is just priceless! Plus I am very lucky to work with a team who are fun, caring and hardworking.

Starting Baseline Group Marlborough with the backing of Baseline Group (Christchurch) two and a half years ago and continuing to grow in Marlborough.

How do you define success?

I really enjoy seeing other people being successful and knowing I have helped make it happen, particularly when I can drive past a development and see the results of that hard work.

Everyone has their own definition of success, but I think my definition would be; a healthy and loving family, true friends, no major worries and going to bed at night knowing that I have given that day my all. Being positive – attracts positivity.

What do you love about what you do?

How do you define success?

What do you do in your downtime?

Waking up each morning passionate about my work and excited to go to work.

Enjoying fun-time with my family and friends, walk the hills and treating myself with a delicious glass of wine.

What do you do in your downtime?

What is your unique selling point that sets you apart from the rest?

I absolutely love my job and real estate. I also have a background in marketing, a long-standing involvement in producing Marlborough’s Property Express, interior decorating and home staging, which is a service I offer all my clients. Humour – Laughter and smiles makes the stressful process of selling or buying property an enjoyable one.

Spending time with my young daughter and going for walks in our beautiful pristine native bush.

What is your unique selling point that sets you apart from the rest?

We are a small family owned and operated business with the support of a larger similar business based in Christchurch. We can offer small business, local, personal service, but using big business expertise and skills, creating a unique experience for our clients.

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Establishing a Dental Practice in 1998 in Blenheim.

Quite honestly, it is difficult to say. I have helped people lose twenty and often more kilos, I have saved relationships by using simple relaxation techniques, and I have helped people give up drinking, smoking, and getting rid of chronic pain. For me, as a therapist, these are everyday achievements but for my clients, they can be quite life-altering.

What do you love about what you do?

What do you love about what you do?

I love watching people come into my clinic, anxious and desperate for a solution. I then watch them float out again with a smile on their face. This must be the best job in the world!

How do you define success?

By both immediate and long term results. When someone tells me that they haven’t had a cigarette for two years after seeing me, or are easily maintaining their weight loss, I get such a warm feeling that together we have achieved something wonderful, something that they thought would be so difficult, but has turned out to be so easy.

What do you do in your downtime?

Because this is my hobby as well, I spend a lot of time researching new ideas and ways of doing things. Other than that, I walk the dog, or potter in the garden.

What is your unique selling point that sets you apart from the rest?

Two things, I guess. One is my voice which people seem to find ultra-relaxing.

The other is my magic box, which sends a very gentle, utterly painless current through the head. This deepens relaxation so that the mind becomes even more receptive to new ideas, or habits or ways of doing things.

I enjoy meeting, and interactng with my patients. Seeing their happy faces at the end of the treatment is always a great moment. Plus the creativity, and challenge. Everybody is different, and one always can learn something new.

How do you define success?

I define success in my life by the goals accomplished and how I accomplished them, helping and inspiring others. Success is, in every happy smile and seeing how it changed someone’s life.

What do you do in your downtime?

Hahaha, so many things, not enough time. I love adventure, travel, hiking, kayaking, sand boarding, reading, biking. After major smash on my bike in 2005, I consider every year after that as a bonus.

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Women in

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Jane Dickenson

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Operator/owner of The Burleigh Gourmet Pies What does your role entail?

What does your role entail?

I am mostly front of house and coffee queen but can jump into anything that needs doing, it’s always good for staff to see you doing the boring stuff too.

Essentially my role is to facilitate a productive and positive Employer-Staff relationship this starts at recruitment and personnel development. I specialise in developing and implementing appropriate HR policies and systems for small-medium sized businesses. My role is to help management so they are able to remain competitive.

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What has been your biggest achievement?

What do you love about what you do?

Developing and implementing a continuous improvement regime through performance reviews and management for both staff and managers.

Actually everything, I love going to work, each day is different, we have a great base of regulars but also get all walks of life through our doors,most days you learn something new. It’s always good to see people leave happy too.

How do you define success?

Being in a place that you love surrounded by great people and wonderful scenery,being healthy and happy and having your own dog.

What do you do in your downtime?

Rod, my partner likes to say I am an active relaxer, I don’t sit still often! I love to walk my (new) dog, cook and go to the gym.

What do you love about what you do?

Helping to build positive and productive teams. I believe that developing a positive synergy in business through collaborative working relationships creates an organisation that is greater than the simple sum of its people and the sky’s the limit.

How do you define success?

To me, success is remaining true to ones beliefs and principles. This requires honesty and integrity.

What do you do in your downtime?

What is your unique selling point that sets you apart from the rest?

I love taking my dog for walks with friends and family, I enjoy cycling, tramping, cooking for friends and family, eating and wine tasting, watching a good movie and gardening.

I have an uncanny ability to remember faces, names and coffee orders, also fast and efficient service, great coffee and awesome pies!

What is your unique selling point that sets you apart from the rest?

I have 20 years HR work experience in successful SME’s. This has allowed a broad and deep perspective for all aspects of HR including recruitment, process development, OH&S management, payroll systems, HR logistics and HR Advisor roles in both public and private sectors.

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How do you define success?

I think success basically comes down to being happy and healthy, and making the most of the life you have created.

What do you do in your downtime?

I have three active teenage kids – so not a lot of downtime! I spend a fair bit of time watching their various sports including volleyball, netball and water polo. I also play volleyball very socially on a Thursday night, and the whole family is involved in the Rarangi Surf Life Saving Club.

What is your unique selling point that sets you apart from the rest?

I have over 30 years valuation experience, and have been working as a registered valuer in Marlborough for over 15 years. At TelferYoung we pride ourselves on “Local Knowledge, National Coverage” so I am well supported by a team of experts, covering the full range of property including residential, rural, commercial, industrial and specialised property.

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What does your role entail?

Working for First National Real Estate in Picton as a Licensed Sales Person my sole role is to market properties and to negotiate the best sale price possible for my clients.

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What has been your biggest achievement?

My biggest achievement in work has been maintaining my award winning, diamond level business for 15 consecutive years. Through the highs and lows in real estate I have always been a constant achiever - I value my clients very much. I also value my family - they always have my back and support me during long hours of negotiating a sale by having the odd meal cooked and waiting up late at night for me to get home from work.

What do you love about what you do?

My greatest satisfaction is seeing the smile on my clients faces when they finally see that sold sign. This allows them to move onto the next stage of their real estate journey.

How do you define success?

Success is when your clients and customers refer family members and friends to you. You know then, you have done an awesome job and the biggest compliment anyone can do is recommend your services to other people.

What do you do in your downtime?

Apart from cleaning the house and gardening I enjoy walking in the bush and fishing in the Marlborough Sounds. I am not a big fan of waiting for my husband Tim to come up from diving but if I can hang a fishing line over the boat I would be more than happy to be his boat-buddy anytime.

What is your unique selling point that sets you apart from the rest?

My 15 years of experience, combined with my loyalty to my brand, First National Marlborough and my clients really sets me apart. I am proactive in supporting my community with various sponsorships and other initiatives.. what can I say? I love Picton and the community is important to me. I know the market well and believe Picton is one of the most beautiful places to live in New Zealand. Every year is a “Goodyer” to live in Picton.

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Long serving fire brigade man honoured It was Gold all the way for Ian Topp of the Wairau Valley Volunteer Fire Brigade on Saturday night.

In the presence of his family, fellow Brigaders and others representing the fire brigades across the Top of the South, Senior Station Officer Ian Topp (Toppy) received his Gold Star for 25 years service.

The award ceremony, at the Taylor Restaurant, Clubs of Marlborough, was presided over by his boyhood friend from Picton days, ex Deputy Fire Chief Roddy Thomas, and the award was presented by Barry Bridges, past president of the United Fire Brigades of New Zealand.

Lewis Jones, of the Gold Star

Association Marlborough/Nelson, then presented Ian with his Gold Star Association badge, the same medal worn by his late father Jim Topp of the Picton Brigade.

Ian’s wife, Jillian Redwood, was presented with the Association medal worn by her mother-in-law Betty Topp.

To complete the family picture, observing the proceedings was Wairau Valley Brigade fire fighter Claudia Topp, who is the fifth generation of Ian’s family to serve in the volunteer fire service.

Ian joins two other Wairau Valley Fire Brigade Gold Star Association members, Rex Schollum and Chris

Dillon, both of whom were in attendance for the honours night.

In volunteer fire brigade speak, good attendance and conduct are highly valued and ranked as attributes to be aspired to. Attendance at drills and meetings are recorded and it was noted that in his 25 years of service to the Brigade, Toppy had achieved 98.6 per cent attendance across both measures. Sign of a man committed to the Brigade and service to his community.

Among the many tales told of Toppy’s dedication to the cause and of “going the extra mile”, was of the time one Easter Sunday when a van carrying 11 tourists rolled in the

Valley, happily with no serious injury.

But while arrangements were made for a replacement van, Toppy thought nothing of inviting eight of them home for Easter Sunday lunch.

Little wonder Jillian admitted that throughout most of the 25 years she had somewhat distanced herself from that part of Ian’s life.

But it all changed when after the 2016 Kaikoura earthquake, State Highway 63 became State Highway One and she volunteered to don the uniform to help swell the numbers of volunteers needed to cope with the extra work.

Valuable insight was gained during that time.

Following the medal presentation it was announced by Marlborough Tasman Area Manager Grant Heywood that the Wairau Valley Brigade, which has always operated under the auspices of the Blenheim Brigade, was to soon be deemed a stand alone brigade, proof that it is in good shape both now and into the future.

Other awards presented on the night were to Wayne Turner (23 years service), Jamie Timms (Long Service Good Conduct Medal, 14 years service), Richard Peterson (21 years service), Ben Dilrew (five year medal), Kevin Johnston (two year silver bar) and Rosanne Turner (two year silver bar).

Kate and Rex Schollum from Wairau Valley. Rex is also a former member of the Wairau Valley Brigade and a Gold star recipient who served in the Brigade for over 30 years.

Wairau Valley Volunteer Fire Brigade honours recipients on the night. Back row, from left: Jamie Timms - Long Service Good Conduct medal; Richard Peterson - Clasp to his LSGC medal and two year silver bar; Ben Dilrew - five year medal; Kevin Johnston, two year silver bar; Rex Gray - two year silver bar. Front row, from left: Rosanne Turner - two year Silver bar; Ian Topp - Gold Star for 25 years service; Wayne Turner - two year silver bar.

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By Bill McElhinney A recent fatal jet boating accident was the result of a steering failure, caused by a wire which broke and a shackle fell off.

Maritime New Zealand is now sending out an urgent safety message to recreational, commercial and racing jet boat operators and owners.

Maritime NZ says the steering system for this particular jet boat had the two D-shackle pins on the tiller arm lock wired together.

Using the locking wire in this manner can cause excessive stress on locking wire.

Deputy Director Compliance Systems Delivery, Pelin Fantham says: “Maritime NZ is asking all owners of jet boats to ensure their boats are safe.

“The steering set-up in all jet boats should be checked as soon as possible. If you are unsure about what to look for, talk to the supplier or manufacturer of your jet boat.

“You need to physically

Jet boating is popular in New Zealand, but Maritime NZ is warning jet boat owners to check their steering.

check the steering system of your jet boat.

“If it uses D-shackles and locking wire check that the shackles are individually wire locked. Check the condition of the shackles.

If there are nicks or tooling damage, consider replacing them.”

Jet boats are manufactured by many companies and this potential issue affects all jet boats that use D-shackles as part of their steering system set up,

Pelin says.

Maritime NZ, harbourmasters, Jet boat Associations and Safer Boating Forum partners are spreading this information and the message.

“Pass it on. Tell your family and tell a friend,” Pelin says.

Here is a link to the safety bulletin: https://www.maritimenz.govt.nz/commercial/safety/safety-updates/ equipment-cranes-cargo/dshackles.asp

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The Little Cafe on Charles “There’s nothing tastier than a homemade meal!”

That’s the belief of sisters Sharon Evans and Toni McLauchlan, who own the Little Café on Charles in Blenheim.

It has been nearly one year since Sharon and Toni took over the café. It was the central location and “friendly atmosphere” that appealed to them most, a popular feature of the café that continues.

“Both Sharon and I had been discussing for a while the idea of buying a café business. We had been waiting for the right location and this place just felt so right,” Toni says.

Toni and Sharon each have their unique skills when it comes to the café. Sharon has experience in front-of-house hospitality while Toni comes from a chef’s background.

Together they have created a mouthwatering selection of food, including a menu board with freshly cooked meals through to quick takeaway bites from the cabinet.

Asked what the inspiration was behind the food, they both replied; “Traditional with a twist”.

“We wanted to put a healthy spin on our food as well as a couple of unique twists here and there,” Toni says.”

“For example, our eggs benedict is served with a potato rosti instead of bread. And with

our savoury mushrooms dish, I’ve taken out the cream sauce and put the mushrooms with blue cheese.”

There’s also the option to order raw salad bowls, something tasty and filling but not heavy, Sharon says.

“The open sandwiches are very popular too.

Toni makes them to order,” she adds.

Everything on the menu can be made to be gluten free, and in the cabinet there’s a selection of vegetarian options to choose from.

“Plus, if you want something sweet to treat yourself, we have gluten free slices and muffins available,” Toni says.

There will also be a new addition to the menu starting tomorrow – a winter daily hot dish special, with the first being a chicken and leek pot pie.

On the drinks menu there is the very popular Coffee Lab coffee, fresh juices, smoothies and teas.

In addition to serving customers at the café, Toni and Sharon also offer a catering option to those wanting to take the stress away from work functions or special celebrations.

In fact, they have catered for wedding anniversaries, corporate functions, staff lunches and morning and afternoon teas to name a few.

“People have told us the food is fresh, nicely presented and there’s plenty of it,” Toni says.

“We have many options for people to choose from and we like to bake it all ourselves, so we need people to book in with us.”

Simply call in and visit Toni and Sharon at the Little Café on Charles to discuss your requirements.

For a delicious and healthy option, try this raw salad bowl with chicken kebabs.

This kumera and chicken Thai salad is one of many delicious salads made fresh daily.

“It has a nice, homely feel where people like to come and relax, which is exactly what we wanted.”

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Tua Marina School students Jadey Jopson, Amelia Brown and Sky Eathorne organised a raffle to fundraise for Alivia McGhie, a five-year-old girl battling a rare form of cancer.

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2018 winners Bill and Kathy Jennings with their grandson Zachiah Brooks.

Are your grandparents the unsung heroes of your family? Have they been extraordinary in their love and support or perhaps they have done something for your family that is worthy of recognition?

If so the Sun Newspaper would like to hear from you!

Grandparents play such a vital role within a family and deserve to be celebrated. So let's celebrate Marlborough's most wonderful grandparents by nominating them for the Sun's 2019 'Grandparents of the Year' competition.

Simply tell us why you think your grandparents should be nominated for this competition in no more than 200 words and send us a photograph.

You can submit your entry via email to celeste@blenheimsun.co.nz or by dropping it into the Sun office at 72 High Street, Blenheim.

Nominations are now open and close on Friday, June 28.

There are some amazing prizes for the 'Grandparents of the Year' and a selection of letters will be published.

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By Celeste Alexander Just two days before she was due to start her first year at school, Tua Marina girl Alivia McGhie, 5, and her family received a shock diagnosis – she had a rare cancer “AFH” Angiomatoid Fibrous Histiocytoma.

This meant Alivia could not start school and instead her family is in Christchurch where she is receiving treatment.

When students at Tua Marina School heard this, they were all sympathetic and wanted to help in any way they could.

Student Sky Eathorne and her mother Kellie decided they wanted to contribute by organising a raffle and donating the money to Alivia’s family.

The best part about this is that Kellie is a local artist who paints from her inspiration of native bird life and bush clad mountains.

Kelly donated one of her beautiful bird prints for a raffle and with the help of Sky and her friends Jadey Jopson and Amelia Brown, 760 tickets were sold.

“We had a stand at school and tickets were sold outside of school,” Sky explains.

“It took a month but we were so happy to raise $340.60 in total.”

Asked what inspired her to organise the raffle, Sky says it was “to help the family”.

“It must be hard for Alivia to find out she had cancer and couldn’t start school.

It was sad to hear it happened to her, and that her whole family had to leave for Christchurch. So I hope the money helps,” she says.

In addition to the raffle, Room 1 teacher Laura Thompson held a sausage sizzle at the school and raised a further $536.

She travelled to Christchurch yesterday to present the money to Alivia’s family.

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If you’re in hibernation mode, it’s easy to forget about the varicose veins or spider veins that may be lurking beneath your trousers or opaque tights. However, in just a few short months warmer weather will be here again, and you’ll be reaching into the back of your closet for your summer shorts and dresses!

Dr David Orsbourn of enhanceskin believes that winter is the perfect time to treat unsightly varicose or spider veins. He says, “Many people feel more comfortable wearing trousers or tights following varicose vein procedures. So, it stands to reason, that winter is a great time to ready your legs for their debut later in the year!”

We asked David to clarify the main differences between spider veins and varicose veins. He told us that while both types of vein disorder stem from the same disease processes, their visual signs are very different, as are the treatments used to combat them.

“Spider veins are small, thin red and bluish veins that develop close to the skin’s surface, and often resemble a spider’s web, hence the name. While, varicose veins are generally lumpy, bulbous and tend to protrude. The obvious physical symptoms of varicose veins are often accompanied by achy, heavy, tired or restless legs, which are crampy or tingly, particularly at night.”

All the varicose vein treatments offered by enhanceskin are minimally invasive, and a FREE full doctor’s vein assessment and scan will help to determine the treatment most suitable for you.

• Ultrasound Guided Foam Sclerotherapy (UGFS) uses specialised ultrasound equipment to guide injections of sclerosant to permanently close the vein. This procedure is virtually painless, so requires no anaesthesia.

• Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA), the gold standard varicose vein treatment, again, requires no general anaesthesia or hospital stay. You walk in and walk out (wearing compression stockings for two weeks) and

are able to drive home afterwards. Like UGFS there’s no downtime and you can be back at work the next day.

• The newest treatment on offer is Venaseal, a medical glue that closes off varicose veins. If this treatment is the right solution for you, there is no need to wear stockings and air travel is allowed at any point after treatment, so you don’t need to put off your winter break.

Although the symptoms of spider veins are more likely to be cosmetic, David will often carry out a scan to see if they are associated with an underlying problem of incompetent veins. Generally, these are treated using microsclerotherapy. This is a safe and convenient method of diminishing the appearance of spider veins and thread veins by injecting them with a dilute irritant.

This is not always an immediate solution and can require more than one treatment, so it is often a winter job! enhanceskin has Affiliated Provider status with Southern Cross for varicose vein treatment; and can accept payment through many other health insurance providers. If you have no health insurance in place, they can also offer patients the convenience of using Q-Card (12 months’ interest free) to pay for varicose vein treatments. Treatment costs always include your follow up appointments for twelve months.

If you would like to wear shorts again this summer call 03 548 8216 to book an appointment with Dr David Orsbourn right here in Blenheim.

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EVENT: Youth Centre opening The Marlborough Youth Trust’s new MY SpaceYouth Development Centre, on the corner of Kinross and Redwood Streets, was opened on Saturday night. The night featured performances from Marlborough Girls’ College, Bcre8ve NZ, a wearable art show and poetry.

“We are more than you see” was the theme of the night and inspired the powerful performances. Photos supplied by Brya Ingram.

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Tatiana Manoa peformed at the Youth Centre opening.

Sheryll Gwynne and Emma Munro at the MY Space opening on Saturday.

Josh Leota performing at the Youth Centre on Saturday night.

Ghananta Duppati and Jacob Collins at the Youth Centre opening on Saturday.

Ella Yadav and Poppy Lane at the Youth Centre on Saturday night.

Fili Fotu Moala was one of the performers at the Youth Centre opening.

Tash Knox was MC at the Youth Centre opening on Saturday night.

Soni Kula was anotherof the Pacifica performers at the Youth Centre on Saturday.

EVENT: New craft launched Aroma Aquaculture launched their new mussel harvester, Kakara, with a special lunch and street party at the Havelock Marina on Friday.

John Gallagher and Ben Winters Snr at the Aroma boat launch.

Merv Whipp and Ben Winters at the Aroma boat Launch in Havelock on Friday.

Any of our “out & about” photos can be purchased at the Sun Newspaper office.

The Marlborough Youth Trust would like to say Thank you to The Marlborough District Council and the Marlborough Community for your support Ph. 03 579 3143 | www.myt.org.nz | 18 Kinross St | Open 9am -5pm

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MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT COUNCIL

Accounts Officer (Part-time)

Council is looking for an experienced Accounts Officer

Marlborough District Council is a progressive unitary authority offering varied, challenging and rewarding work to staff based in Blenheim, at the heart of our renowned lifestyle region.

We have an exciting Accounts Officer (Part-time) role available within our Finance Department. The primary purpose of this role is to ensure that Accounts Payable and Bank Management processes are carried out in an efficient and effective manner.

We are seeking a team player with exceptional systems and communication skills and understanding of accounting fundamentals. We are also seeking someone with some flexibility for holiday and sickness cover.

In this role you will benefit from your ability to: • apply accounts payable best-practice; • accurate data processing; • display your thorough understanding of GST and Withholding tax requirements; • meet deadlines; • operate in a team; • consistently deliver results; • operate Excel and other products in the Microsoft Office Suite.

Council uses Technology One - Financials software. Experience in using this software is not required, but it could be an advantage.

This part-time role consists of 20 hours per week. It has an hourly rate of pay between $21.00 and $23.00 and will vary depending on what skills and experience you have to offer Applications close at 5.00 pm on 20 June 2019.

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

For further information you are welcome to contact alison.kelly@marlborough.govt.nz

Permanent Deliverers School students with parental / caregivers support.

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If this sounds like you please give us a call.

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As a unitary authority Council is responsible for regional, district and coastal functions. The Resource Consent Section administers the responsibility of processing a broad range of consent types under the two operative Plans and the proposed Marlborough Environment Plan.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Resource Management Officer in our Resource Consents Team, which is responsible for managing the natural resources of the beautiful Marlborough Region.

Resource Management Officers are also required to provide information to potential applicants, interest groups and the general public on all resource management matters; manage objections and appeals to the Environment Court; and maintain and manage a consents data base that is responsive to the needs and requirements of central government, applicants, submitters and the general public. Our ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate: • A good understanding of the Resource Management Act and its application.

• Experience in a regional or unitary Council processing regional consents.

• The ability to work individually as well as being a team player.

• A good work ethic with a strong alignment to providing great customer service.

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• New Zealand Planning Institute membership (preferred but not essential).

In return we offer a high quality working environment and cutting edge technology and the opportunity to work with a professional team interested in developing your career.

We also offer an annual salary range between $63,000 and $73,000, and will vary depending on what skills and experience you have to offer.

Applications close at 5.00 pm on 26 June 2019.

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And Remy recently landed a fish at the Wairau Diversion that would be the envy of many – a 13lb (6.5kg), 74cm long sea-run a seasoned angler Remy caught and landed the fish, salmon. which was nearly as big as him, all by himself.

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Golf, fun and friendship

By Celeste Alexander Monday morning in the Wairau Valley was a chilly start to the Hospice Ladies Golf Tournament, but it was easily fixed with a hot drink, a warm jacket and plenty of laughter.

Around 30 ladies from six different Marlborough golf clubs came together for the annual charitable tournament which is hosted by different clubs each year. It was 2014 when a tournament was last held at the Wairau Valley Golf Club.

A total of $1,300 was raised for Hospice Marlborough.

Proceeds from the entry fees as well as raffles which were sold leading up to the tournament and on the day, will be handed over.

Spokesperson Ann Walker says the tournament was well supported and she wished to thank those who donated towards the raffles.

“A big thank you to our sponsors, local businesses and our club members for making this event fun and successful,” she says.

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Harrier Club events The Marlborough Harrier Club meets at the Oliver Park clubrooms at 6pm on Thursday 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 Nelson hosts Parker Shield 9km race and we would like as many harriers as possible for this event. Start time 1.30pm to 5pm. All ages catered for. Can be competitive or non competitive.

The run is from Cable Bay, which is just past Hira School on the other side of the Whangamoas on the way to Nelson.

We all depart together from Redwood Community Hall on the corner of Weld and Cleghorn Streets at 12 noon sharp.

For further enquiries or copy of the harrier programme, contact Bill on 572 9792 or Allister on 5778870.

Whitehead Park bowls Ann Walker, Maureen McKenzie, Mel Hampton and Elaine Brown were part of the group of ladies who took part in the Hospice Ladies Golf Tournament on Monday morning.

Convincing wins in table tennis After last week’s close matches, the sixth round of the Marlborough Table Tennis competition saw convincing wins.

Current leaders Two and a Half Man had a 9-3 win over Forest Gump, with four of the wins coming in the fifth set. It started well for Forest Gump when Vanessa Wood-Lin, who recently won the under-18 South island Teams Title with Canterbury, beat fellow attacking left-hander Rob Honour in the first match.

Rory Osborne won the next match over Forest Gump’s number one Zac Cowdrey in four sets. The second batch of singles was full of interest as Rob beat Zac 12-10 in the deciding set and Matt Millar using the angles well to beat Vanessa. The third match saw Billy Hebberd beat Rory, with both players prepared to attack even at crucial times of the sets.

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On the next table, BFF beat Will’s Winners 8-4. Jacqui Wood, who played well at the South Island Teams, won her three singles comfortably.

Kylie Hurren had a good night, picking up two wins, including a close win over last year’s teammate, Warren Haszard.

Bjorn Cowdrey won the seventh point for his team, when he beat his father Peter in the last single of the night.

Will Kim was the pick of the Will’s Winners, winning two singles with some heavy topspin shots.

Tradies beat KJD 7-5. Alex Kennedy was unbeaten, but KJD’s number one Ken Thompsett did well to get a set from him.

The enthusiastic Malcolm Honour gained two wins, including a win over Jeff Sawyer.

Peter Welsh also got on the

board. Ken won his two remaining singles for KJD with Jeff picking up a single and two doubles wins. Dennis Burkhart partnered Jeff for a doubles win.

Nathan Watson led the way as Spirited had an 8-4 win over Matt’s Mussels. The New Zealand Squad man has great ability to dominate play and can hit winners from anywhere.

Peter Wells gained two wins and continued his 100 per cent record in the doubles with Nathan.

Steve Rowsell won the first match against Barbara Burkhart and also won a double with Nathan.

For Matt’s Mussels, Matt Pigou won two singles and was the first person in the competition this season to take Nathan to five sets.

Fill-in player Kristin Ruwhiu beat Steve and combined with Barbara for a doubles win.

Schnippelkönige were 3-2 down at one stage, before taking six of the last seven matches to beat Battlers 8-4.

Matthias Krönert kept his winning run going and impressed with his service variations and his ability to hit winners.

John Diamanti and Joseph Ruwhiu won a single each, with their side taking the doubles 3-0.

Joseph. who won a vital match for Marlborough last week at the South Island teams, showed good technique in his matches.

Jason Kennedy and Simon Bishell were again consistent for Battlers, sharing the points.

Points: Two and a Half Men (Matt M) 51, Tradies (Alex) 46, Spirited (Nathan) 42, Schnippelkönige (Matthias) 41, Forest Gump (Zac) 41, BFF (Jacqui) 39, KJD (Ken) 38, Matt’s Mussels (Matt P) 35 , Battlers (Jason) 29, Will’s Winners (Will) 28.

Rarangi golf results

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R e s u l t s f r o m r e ce nt matches played at the Rarangi Golf Club.

June 6, ladies stableford: Winner, Tracy Bary 35 on c/b; 0-20 Rete Kydd 34; 2128 Dale McCrindle 35; Trish Robertson 33; 29+ Dianne Betts 33; Margaret York 32 on c/b; Lynn Naysmith 32.

Carolyn Reaney had a hole in one on No. 16.

June 8, mens stableford, 2nd round Jack Enright stableford: Allan Shutkowski 40; David Best 39; Iain Berrie 38; Alan Milne 38; Dennis Wye 37; Neil Reeves 36; Terry Lane 35; David Robertson 35; Lindsay McAlpine 35; Murray Ingram 35.

Ladies third round McDonald Trophy, bisque par: Overall winner Diane McCarthy +7; 0-20 Rete Kydd +1; 21-27 Wendy Moffat +2; 28+ Margaret York +6;

Results from recent matches playd at the Marlborough Golf Club.

Q u e e n’s B ir th d ay stableford:.Hans Blohm 37; Alastair Boyle 37; William Harrison 36; Andrew Stowell 35; Harry Wylie Carrick 35; David Wiley 33; Mike MacLeod 32; Ken Eggers 32; Malcolm Pettigrew 32; Robin Taylor 32.

June 4, women’s 9 hole stableford all irons: Bev Lindsay 14; Sue Lissaman 11; Vivienne Boyle 10.

June 6, men’s stableford, div.1:John O’Brien 33; Chris Henry 32; Malcolm Pettigrew 32; Trevor McGarry 31.

Div.2: David Wiley 37; Brian Chippendale 33; Gary Duke 32; Hans B l o h m 31; G r a e m e Parker 30.

Results from recent matches played at the Blenheim Golf Club.

May 30, mens stableford: Brent Baker 42; Rachel Bell 41; Jordan Judge 38; Rose Jordan 36; Graeme Daines 36; Neal Blackford 36; Doug Shaw 35; Dave Menzies 35; Dez Campbell 34.

Nine holes: Jan DeZwart 15.

J u n e 1, m o n t h l y medal: Desz Campbell 63; Patrick Norton 68; Ray Herd 71; Brent Baker 71; Morgan Bowe 72; Doug Shaw 72; Don Lamond 72; Phil Starkey 73; Dwayne Davy 74; Trent Davies 74; Jim Findlay 76; Brian Brown 76; Clive Drummond 76.

Gross: Trent Davies 78.

Fairweathers Prize NTP 6/15: Ray Herd. Geoffrey

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June9, men’s stroke, net: Dick Hubert 68; Greg Thomas 69; Mike Garrett 70; Tony Nichol 72; Ezra Kahaki 73; Phil D’auvergne 74; Clarry Neame 75; Terry Lane 75.

Ladies third round qualifying club champs, LGU, Stretch Trophy, Robertson Trophy: Overall winner Annie Hubert 97-26-71 ; 0.0-18.4 Rete Kydd 85-12-73; Janet Laing 90-15-75. 18.5-24.7 Pauline Bavin 101-24-77; Bridget Quaife 100-21-79.

Coming events: Wednesday, men’s midweek golf, 11am start. Thursday, third round qualifying club champs, LGU, Cyril Foote, Robertson Trophy, 10am start. Saturday, stroke net, 4BBB mixed or men, 12pm start. Sunday, mens stableford; ladies medal putting; 11am start.

June 8, women’s Avril Watson stableford/ Villa Maria Cup, div.1: Jane Anderson-Bay 34.

Div.2: Kaye Eggers 35; Jean Dowling 34. Div.3: Heather Stenhouse 37; Leanne Stowell 30.

Men’s stableford/Villa Maria Cup, div.1:Geoff Barnett 37; Peter Franks 3 6 ; M i ke M a c L e o d 36; Lance Nuttall 35; Peter Diack 34; David Lightfoot 34; William Harrison 34; Bruce Snowden 34; Murray Swanson 34; Andrew Stowell 32. Div.2: Jeff Clarke 39; Hans Blohm 37; Hugh Bay 36; Brent Flintof t 35; Brian Chippendale 33; David Wiley 33; Trevor McGarry 32; Alan Yemm 32; John O’Brien 32; Terry Loomis 32.

T Sowman Prize NTP for 2 9/18: Ken Beaumont.

June 3, 9 hole stableford: Lord Wolfe 23; Ray Welsh 22; Graham Taylor 20; Paddy Couchman 20; Derek Bowman 19; Mike McConnell 19; Les Boniface 19; Ivan Neame 19; Hay Montgomery 18; Gary Blake 17; Bob Tapp 17; Ian Clark 16; Jan DeZwart 16. Women: Christine Smith 16; Trees Rewi 16; Jan Blake 16; Bernice Arnold 14; Margaret Ogier 14.

Coming events: Wednesday, womens medal plus putts.

Thursday, mens medal.

Saturday, medal, 3rd qualifying club champs, 3rd Browne Memorial Trophy. Sunday, mens interclub Fairhall Cup.

June 5 play at the Whitehead Park Bowls Club was cancelled due to inclement weather.

Other results. Saturday. 6th round of the Winter Fives: 1st JUST US: Adrienne Waters, Dave Green, Dawn Nichol, Bill Taylor, Colin Fitzgerald; 2nd MIXED BUNCH: Trish Downs, John May, Noeline Bryant, Brent Matthews, Fay Matthews.

The final round for the Winter Fives is next Saturday, June 15.

Wairau Valley golf Results from recent matches played at the Wairau Valley Golf Club.

June 8, stableford round, men: G. Hagen 38; Drew Ellis 37, L. Miller 37; M. McKenzie 35; G. Flynn 35; R. Restall 33.

Ladies: M. Hampton 33; R Lacey 33; E. Brown 29; M. Flynn 25.

Marlborough Veterans Golf Results from the Marlborough Veterans Golf tournament played at Rarangi Golf Club on Monday.

Individual: 1 Barrie Fyfe (Rarangi) 38; 2 Barry Ellis (Rarangi) 37; 3 Gary Duke (Marlborough) 36; 4 Tony Nicol (Rarangi) 35; 5 Jeff Pascoe (Rarangi), Phil Starkey (Blenheim), Ramon Coleman (Harefield), Butch Aickman (Picton), Murray Ingram (Rarangi) and Ian Newport (Marlborough) 34.

Team: 1st Rarangi #2, Barrie Fyfe, Barry Ellis, John Jones and Hans Bloemberg, 106 points; 2nd Rarangi #1; 3rd Picton #2.

The next tournament is on Monday, June 26, at the Awatere Golf Club.

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

June 1, 4th Major Browne: Mark Ivamy 68; Jeff Pascoe 69; Trev Gullery 69; Aaron Wilson 70; Anthony Booker 71; David proctor 72 June 4, Lily Booth nett: Overall winner Maria McConway 79; 0-25.1 Kaye keys 80 c/b; Jenny Hart 80. 25.2-27.8- Ricky Ashworth 79; Caye Cockerill 80. 27.939.7 Ellie Gillies 84 c/b; Lynda White 84.

June 6: Jeff Pascoe 37; Gary Aldridge 36; Aaron Wilson 35; David Bunt 33; Mike Ashworth 33; Paul Howden 32.

June 7 stableford, 9 hole: Mary Butler 17; Lynda White 16; Odette Roper 12; Barry Mills, Kaye Keys.

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