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Drummer boy’s big gig!

By Aimee O’Hagan Blenheim and Districts Highland Pipe Band side drummer, Jimmie Henderson, had better start learning to love the taste of haggis – odds are he’ll be eating a lot of it later on this year.

The 21 year-old was recently paid a huge honour when he was asked by the Nelson District Pipe Band to join them at the World Pipe Band Championships.

The highly regarded competition is set to be held in Scotland on August 16 and 17.

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Blenheim man Jimmie Henderson is heading to Scotland to play side drums for the Nelson District Pipe Band.

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Jimmie gets ready to head to Scotland Continued from page 1.

Although Jimmie will be competing alongside the Nelson group, he’ll be representing the local Blenheim and Districts Highland Pipe Band (and, of course, New Zealand). Joining him will be fellow Marlburians, Cathie Hale and Nicole Ecklein, who are both set to play bagpipes.

“It was a surprise to be asked because I didn’t think I was that good, but apparently I am,” Jimmie says enthusiastically.

“When they asked me I said, ‘Yeah!’ straight away!”

Over 220 bands (approximately 8000 pipers and drummers) travel from different countries around the Thirteen-year-old Jimmie at globe to compete at the Springlands School's 125th championships, including the world famous Canadian anniversary in 2011.

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pipe band, Simon Fraser University.

Jimmie’s primary role as the side drummer is to support and “compliment the pipers”. He will be one of eight side drummers to play for Nelson’s band.

Originally from Nelson, Jimmie moved “over the hill” to sunny Blenheim when he was about nine or ten-years-old.

At around the same time, he was introduced to “pipe banding” by his good friend, Brett McKeown, who used to be a local but now lives in Wellington, is also going to Scotland with the Nelson band, and Brett remains close with Jimmie to this day.

“He’s the one who really got me into it!”

Although Jimmie started out by learning the bag-

pipes, he quickly moved onto drumming because his mouth couldn’t blow properly.

“They asked if I wanted to learn the drums, which they thought I could probably pick up a lot quicker,” he says.

“So that’s where it started.

“Once you learn how to do it, you can’t stop!”

When’s he’s not playing the side drums himself, Jimmie teaches people how to play – currently, Jimmie is teaching seven young ones.

To him, side drumming is an “exclusive art”.

“If you like it, you like it...

If you don’t, you don’t,” he says.

“From this trip, I hope to take back what I learned and impart the same passion I have for competitive pipe banding.”

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Changes to Blenheim’s bus timetable will come into force on Monday, July 1, in an effort to ensure the service runs on time.

This change will see Blenheim’s single bus, which currently operates six circuits a day, reduced to four circuits a day.

The circuit is divided into two loops servicing north and south routes, but with only a

one minute interval between the two loops the bus is often late.

Council finance and information supervisor, David Craig, says recent changes to the Employment Relations Act, which requires minimum rest breaks and meal breaks to be scheduled for bus drivers, also contributed to the decision to reduce the number of bus circuits.

“The changes to the timetable

will comply with new legislation and keep buses running on time,” David says.

“We hope to carry the same volume of passengers but have more passengers on each of the four circuits.”

The new timetable will not affect the trials of new bus routes, including return services to Renwick and Picton, which are currently being developed.

The changes to Blenheim’s

bus timetable will be ratified at next week’s council meeting on Thursday.

The new services will not affect the trials of new routes, including return services to Renwick and Picton, which were still under tender.

For a copy of the new timetable please visit: www.marlborough.govt.nz /services/ parking-roads-and-transport/ blenheim-bus-service

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Crop Swap tomorrow

Blenheim Menz Shed members Colin Smithies and Ian Green with the dog agility flyball box they built. When the dog hits the spring-loaded pad at the front, it will fire a tennis ball in the air for the dog to catch.

These blokes are in(to) the dog box!

By Bill McElhinney It was a dog-gone challenge, but the blokes at the Blenheim Menz Shed were up for it!

Colin Smithies and Ian Green have been busy making flyball boxes for the Blenheim Canine Training Club.

The club had come to the Menz Shed with an old box and asked if the men could make some new ones for them.

“It sort of looked like one of those catapults,” Colin says.

“So we pulled it apart to see how it worked, then drew up some plans so we could make some more.”

It took several weeks to get it right, but Colin and Ian finally came up with a plan that worked, and have since made three new flyball boxes for the club.

“We wanted them to train our dogs for the National Dog Show that’s coming to Marlborough in October,” Canine Training Club secretary, Jenny Everest, says.

The 65th Black Hawk National Dog Show will feature close to 1400 dogs from more than 120 breeds competing across three disciplines; conformation (pure-bred dog showing), agility and obedience.

The four-day competition set down for October 2019 at the Marlborough Lines Stadium 2000 and other local venues is expected to be a massive boost for Blenheim businesses.

“We expect there will be about 600 competitors here for the show,” Jenny says.

Dog agility competitions will

be part of the show, and flyball is one of the popular agility sports for dogs, Jenny says.

“Teams of dogs race against each other from a start/finish line, over a line of hurdles, to the box.

“They hit the spring-loaded pad on the front of the box, which fires a tennis ball up in the air which the dog catches.

“The dog then races back through a tunnel to the handler carrying the ball.”

A large part of flyball’s popularity stems from the fact that it is one of the competition activities available to mixedbreed dogs.

Local dog owners will be using the Menz Shed flyball boxes over the coming months to get their dogs in the best shape for the October show.

If you have an abundance in your garden, join Blenheim man Chris Williams and others at Crop Swap tomorrow.

Crop swapping is swapping your produce in exchange for someone else’s, and it is growing in popularity around the country as more and more communities spread the generosity.

“The whole idea of the crop swap is that you have too much of something growing in your garden and you split it up and share it with your neighbours,” Chris says.

Chris is organising another crop swap meet from 2–3pm at Crossroads tomorrow. Bring $2 to cover expenses and come along with produce and ideas to exchange.

Music at the playground The new playground at Pollard Park opens next week. The $400,000 playground will have bongo-style drums, a steel tongue drum, vertical tubular pipes and a duo xylophone.

A ground trampoline, an accessible carousel and a big slide have been added to the playground area. A liberty swing, renovated swings and safety matting were added earlier this year.

The new playground is already open for use, although work is continuing on the barbecue area, which will be completed in a week or so.

The official opening is next Sunday, June 30, at 10.30am.

Smoking in cars

That's how you do it! Jenny Everest's Fox Terrier, Mindy, catches the tennis ball released from the flyball box.

The Government’s plan to prohibit smoking in cars with children is a step closer with a Bill being introduced to Parliament this week.

The Bill will give Police the ability to issue an infringement fee of $50. The Police will also have the discretion to issue warnings, provide information or refer people to stop smoking support services.

Under the proposed Bill, the person smoking will be liable rather than the driver of the vehicle.

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High tea to launch Care and Share

By Bill McElhinney Caring and Craft is coming back, this time with a new name and a slightly different focus.

Last December the group that had offered care and companionship for lonely and housebound Blenheim people for 28 years finally closed down.

Dawn Mitchell, Grace Wood, Judith Kerridge and Shirley Nicol had been at the Nativity Centre in Alfred Street early every Monday morning to set up the various activities for people to enjoy.

Those that come along could take part in a range of craft activities while enjoying the companionship of the group.

Dwindling numbers and the age of the organisers eventually led to the group closing down.

However a new group, Care and Share, is starting up and the first get-together will be in the Nativity Church lounge next Monday, June 24, from 9.30 to 11.30am.

“We’re going to start off with a high tea,” one of the organisers, Deb Healey, says.

“We’ve seen a need in the community,” Nativity Church worker, Raewyn Parkes, says.

“There are a lot of people on their own who need companionship, elderly people who are isolated, and we want to provide a place for them to meet and enjoy activities.”

Care and Share is starting from scratch, so those coming are asked to bring any craft materials they might have.

Members of the public who have craft materials they could donate to the group can drop them off at the Nativity Church office.

“We’re not experts,” Raewyn says, “so we’ll be encouraging people to share their creative talents with others.”

Care and Share will run at the Nativity on the second and fourth Monday every month.

“We’re asking those who can to bring a gold coin donation,” Deb says.

“But regardless of whether or not you can contribute, we’d love you to come!”

Join these ladies in the Nativity Church lounge for high tea next Monday, From left: Deb Healey, Barbara Drummond, Raewyn Parkes and Coral Moon.

Marlborough RDA manager Christine Moseley (left) with Nugget, horse manager Nicki Latter with Bloom, and Julie Lammas from Manchester Unity Lodge (Marlborough branch) with Patches.

Marlborough RDA scores horse jackets

By Aimee O’Hagan Julie Lammas from Manchester Unity Lodge (Marlborough branch) paid Marlborough Riding For The Disabled a special visit on Monday afternoon.

Her pur pose of the visit was to provide the organisation with a $1000

cheque in order to pay for three horse covers, including neck fits.

“Every now and then, we choose a different community organisation to donate money to,” Julie says.

“The money donated pays for things that can be used – like the horse covers.

“It’s our way of giving back to the community.

“It’s worthwhile because RDA has done so much for Marlborough.”

Ma rlb or oug h R DA wants to say a “big thank you” to Julie Lammas and the team at Marlborough’s Manchester Unity Lodge.

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

Pay by Plate parking from Monday The change to central Blenheim’s parking meters is only days away.

From this Monday, 24 new payment terminals will replace 170 of the old Duncan ‘lollipop’ meters. The off-street Pay & Display meters will also be upgraded to the new Pay by Plate system.

The ticketless Pay by Plate meters mean you enter your vehicle plate number and desired parking time, before using coins or a credit/debit card to pay.

Council’s off-street pay and display parking terminals will also be replaced with new Pay by Plate meters.

Council’s Parking Sub-Committee Chairman, Councillor Brian Dawson, said the new meters have a lot of advantages.

“They allow drivers to move between kerbside parking spaces and use unspent parking credit during the day. In a first for our region, the new meters allow drivers to pay for on-street parking using a debit or credit card as well as coins.

“The Pay by Plate meters are very user friendly and I’ve received a lot of positive feedback from many in our community who have gone into Council reception to try out the practice machine,” Clr Dawson says.

Pay by Plate is ticketless, which means

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there’s no need to return to your vehicle after you’ve paid for your parking, and the new ‘Pay my Park’ app will also allow drivers to pay for parking and top up remotely.

In order to simplify parking in Blenheim, the hours charged for on-street parking will reduce by 30 minutes to match that of off-street parking times. All paid parking, on-street and off-street, will now be between 9.00 am and 5.00 pm Monday to Friday.

The one off, 50 cent card fee that’s currently charged at Blenheim and Picton’s off-street parking areas will reduce to 5 percent of the parking charge, with the introduction of Pay by Plate from Monday.

For more information about the new meters visit: www.marlborough.govt.nz/services/ parking-roads-and-transport/pay-by-plateis-coming/pay-by-plate-faqs You can also collect information brochures and handy Pay by Plate cards to write your plate number on that fit in your wallet, from Council reception, Marlborough Roads office, the Marlborough District Library (Blenheim) and the Picton Library and Service Centre - Waitohi Whare Matauranga.

Positive Ageing – Library resources and services Marlborough District Libraries has a wide range of resources, including large print, audio books and e-books.

Membership is free – all you need is a library card.

The libraries have an interesting range of programmes from computer skills, author visits, Bookchat and drop-in sessions with local groups.

You can get help to use devices and library resources such as online newspapers, Ancestry.com and downloading audio and e-books from the library website.

Both libraries have a special service for

housebound or convalescing readers who cannot get to the library to choose their own books. The service, assisted by the Friends of the Library, will deliver a selection of books, magazines, audio books, DVDs or jigsaws.

Maybe you’d like to join The Friends of the Libraries? This group helps fundraise for extra items for our libraries, hosts regular talks and assists with special events.

New members are always welcome - pick up a membership form at the library today.

Notification of Meetings – June and July 2019 The following meetings are open to the public and anyone is welcome to attend.

Copies of the agendas will be available online at: www.marlborough.govt.nz/yourcouncil/meetings and at Council’s Office, 15 Seymour Street, Blenheim.

Council Thursday, 27 June 2019 at 9.00 am

Environment Committee Thursday, 18 July 2019 at 9.00 am Assets & Services Committee Thursday, 18 July 2019 at 1.30 pm The times and dates may be subject to change, please contact Nicole Chauval, Committee Secretary, Ph: 03 520 7400 for confirmation.

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A Top of the South Youth Hui is coming to Blenheim tomorrow, Saturday 22 June, and you’re invited. Its aim is to make the Top of the South the best place for young people to grow up.

Top of the South Youth Hui were first held in 2018, and started a conversation on the issues facing youth in our region, and provided opportunities to share ideas and work together on projects.

Since this first get-together there have been a two big hui in Nelson - now it’s Marlborough’s turn.

The meeting will be held in the new MySpace Youth Development Centre on the corner of Kinross and Redwood streets, and will focus on alcohol and drugs, as

well as employment pathways for young people. You will also get to hear updates about youth projects already underway and have the opportunity to be part of new projects.

If you’d like to attend please register at https://youthhui.eventbrite.co.nz For further information, contact: Jodie.griffiths@marlborough.govt.nz or pop into MySpace and talk to one of the Marlborough Youth Trust staff.

Details: When: Saturday 22 June 2019 10.00 am - 2:30 pm Where: MySpace Youth Development Centre, 18 Kinross Street, Blenheim.

Free entry and food is provided.

District Library celebrates 30 years Wednesday marked 30 years since the Marlborough District Library in Blenheim first opened its doors, on 19 June 1989.

It had moved from the current Millennium Art Gallery building by Seymour Square into a spacious new location, two blocks down the road into what used to be a Dalgety’s grain and feed store on the corner of Seymour and Arthur streets.

When asked how the library had changed over the last 30 years, staff member Marj Townsend, who has worked at the old and new libraries, said, “What hasn’t changed?”

“Technology has had a huge impact on library services. When the library moved into the new premises in 1989, the catalogue was accessed through cards – we would manually stamp each individual item to issue a book. The system was digitised in 1992 and today the library houses ‘self-issue’ machines.”

Libraries Manager Glenn Webster is proud of Marlborough’s popular libraries, and of how his staff have coped with constant changes.

“Libraries have changed from being solely book depositories to becoming places of learning, social connections, and the ‘living room for the community’.

Building on the success of Picton’s new Library and Service Centre, we are really looking forward to planning Blenheim’s new facility,” Glenn said.

How times have changed; the 1989 District Library building (top) compared to today’s

Recognising World Refugee Day Yesterday marked World Refugee Day, an international United Nations observance dedicated to raising awareness of the situation of refugees throughout the world.

Earlier this year the Government announced Blenheim was one of six new refugee settlement locations, with settlement here expected to begin in April next year. This follows the decision to increase the annual refugee quota from 1,000 to 1,500 from July 2020.

Last week Marlborough agencies met with their Nelson neighbours, who have been settling refugees for many years.

Marlborough Mayor John Leggett chaired the meeting and said it was great to get a sense of the role each agency will need to play in the resettlement programme.

“Ensuring refugees feel welcome in their new community is an integral part of successful resettlement and we think Marlborough already has a great track record of doing this given the region’s involvement in the Recognised Seasonal Employer scheme.”

The Marlborough agencies will meet over the next few months to develop a refugee resettlement action plan.

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What is going on with the Post Office in Renwick? Are they closed down now or have they got staff issues.

Why aren’t they open like they have been in past?

Thank you so much to the lady and her son who helped me return two old ponies to their paddock on Sunday evening (June 9) just on dark. A very scary moment, it could have ended in disaster. Thank you so much for your help.

It has failed

Truck photographer Yes I’m the man that has been taking truck photos on Grove Road. I have been doing this for the last 38 years all through Marlborough and New Zealand. Most of the truck drivers give me a wave and appreciate what I’m doing.

I have had photos in books and on Facebook sites. I have not had any contact what so ever with a former brother in law, electronic or post.

Rip off Saturday night, drove into town for a treat. Tried out new Bacon Big Mac only to discover when I arrived back home (15min drive ) there was No Bacon in my Bacon Big Mac. Not impressed and won’t be back.

Good to have a choice Was great to read in The Sun that there is going be another Ophthalmologist in Blenheim... will be good to have a choice.

In response to text Friday 6th. Councils Smart & Connected economic development strategy has so far cost $490,000 in consultant fees since 2013/14 and council are unable to point to a single new job or business as a result. It has failed.

Now for the scramble It would appear that no one has approached other Redwoodtown local shops to have the private boxes kept in the area, as they have been for over 20 years. Plenty of options, just ask! And what of our contract with NZ Post? Perhaps a candidate political issue easy fix, for the new incoming local MP. Oopsy; now for the scramble darlings!

Struggling to survive Housing Crisis! Education Disaster! Hospital Stuff ups!

Health System in dire straights! The list goes on and on. So maybe instead of us complaining about it, maybe we should ALL be striking and protesting. My pay hasn’t gone up in years and everything is going up and I’m struggling to survive!!

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The UN is nothing more than a toothless shelter for has beens and never wazzes. Jacinda has a seat there waiting for her which is why she is signing on more refugees. Can’t wait for National to give Bridges the flick and get back in to clean up the mess... again.

Chronic lack of transparency Having been on ACC for some years I was unaware that as a beneficiary I was able to join a Kiwi Saver group. ACC don’t make employer contributions as per say but will deduct contributions from your benefit.

It’s a pity they don’t advise clients what they are entitled to as in Independence Allowance entitlements, it took me some years to discover I was eligible to those as well but it’s not taken from time of accident but time of application.

It’s therefore in their favour not to inform as in my case I also missed out in some years of payments. A chronic lack of transparency & customers rights in my belief. What else am I (are we) missing out on?

Disappointed The post office agency at Countdown Redwoodtown is set to close July 1st. As a regular user of this service I am very disappointed in NZ Post.

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Housing NZ I know I should be thankful, I have two kids in a two bedroom house. You’ve done all these things to make these houses warmer but it has not made a difference. Not the insulation under the house or anything you have done.

My house is an ice house, my kids are sick with colds and runny noses. Can’t afford to run the heat pump all day. Cost too much. HNZ houses do stuff on the cheap.

Doesn’t cut it Shame on our Prime Minister in showing her antiwar stance by popping over to Blenheim instead of going to Portsmouth with other world leaders to show respect at the D Day commemorations.

Sending the G.G does not cut it.

Slap in the face

Don’t need to shift Museum, we do not need two shift archives to old library.

Where was our prime minister when D Day celebrations were on. What a slap in the face for our people who fought and died for our country.

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Picton Theatre no more bigger earthquake risk than 50 years ago what’s the drama.

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Helping restore the plaques at the Omaka Cemetery were Air Force officer cadets Joel Wiapo, Air Force officer training cadets cleaning up the plaques at the Omaka Cemetery. From Shirley Barakita and Ben Kistemaker. left, Stephanie Taylor, Alessandra McKain and Mark Brain.

Air Force Cadets help out in Marlborough community

By Bill McElhinney Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) Officer Cadets from Base Woodbourne were out in the community lending a helping hand last week.

A group of them were working at the Omaka Cemetery, refurbishing the plaques on the graves of those who served in the Second World War. The plaques were being cleaned

and where required the lettering was being repainted and relacquered, detailed and demanding work on what was a reasonably balmy winters day.

The cadets, who have been living and training at Base Woodbourne, took part in the work as a way of “giving back to the community they have been staying in.

“It’s a way to show we have junior officer qualities, and give back to the community, showing what we

have learnt on the course and what we have and can take into the workplace,” officer cadet Alessandra McKain says.

Another group of officer cadets were carrying out gardening and general maintenance work at a NZ Care home in town.

“The Marlborough RSA was approached by Ben Kistemaker, who is currently completing his Officer Cadet training course out at RNZAF

Woodbourne,” RSA President Chris Bamber says.

“He asked if the trainees could assist the RSA with cleaning some plaques in the cemeteries around the Marlborough area. They wanted to spend a day restoring some of the plaques back to their original state.

“Their care and attention to detail on each plaque was wonderful to witness, while giving the person buried the respect and dignity they

deserved,” Chris says.

“They have done an amazing job at the Omaka Cemetery and topped off the day’s work with placing a poppy on top of each plaque they had cleaned. Our thanks go out to the cadets for all their efforts.

“We need to protect our NZ military history and restoring our national graves is a project we as a community can all get behind,” Chris says.

Thieves steal four chainsaws

By Blenheim Community Constable Russ Smith During the weekend a yard in Hawkesbury Road was entered and a secure container was broken into with the padlock being cut.

Thieves stole four chainsaws, three Husqvarna’s and a Stihl. One has a 30 inch bar, two have 24 inch bars and the last has a 12 inch bar.

Unfortunately the victim is a retired gentleman who is devastated

by the loss of the tools that are the basis of his hobby firewood business.

Please be very wary of accepting the offer of a cheap second-hand chainsaw, and if you’re suspicious, call the Police.

If you have any information that may help the Police identify the offenders in this burglary, please call 105, or pass the information completely anonymously to

Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Residents in Muller Road were also victims of a burglary and arrived home on Monday to find their garage door wide open.

They are still trying to establish whether anything was stolen.

Our community is safer when we work together to keep it that way.

Please call the Police on 111 immediately if you see or hear anything suspicious or criminal.

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Talented teens in National Band Fou r teenage members of t he Marlborough District Brass Band have been selected for the National Secondary Schools Brass Band.

Jonty Zydenbos, year 13 at Marlborough Boys’ College, has taken top position as principal cornet; Eleanor Grigg, Year 12 Marlborough Girls’ College, scored the solo tenor horn position; Myles Shearer, Year 11 Marlborough Boys’ College, will play lead euphonium; and first time auditioning Jack Banks, Year 10 Marlborough Boys’ College, will join the 3rd cornet rank of the nationwide representative band.

The band will meet in New Plymouth for a week during the September school holidays before performing concerts in New Plymouth, Hawera, and Whanganui.

National Secondary Schools is an initiative run by the Brass Band Association of New Zealand to encourage brass and percussion musicianship at secondary school level and to give young players the opportunity to study with top tutors.

Students from the national schools band often progress to the brass band associations, other representative bands, the annually selected National Youth Band which tours in New Zealand or Australia, and the National Band of New Zealand which is formed every two to four years and frequently travels overseas to compete at the World Brass Band Championships in Kerkrade, Netherlands.

Marlborough has had a number of teenagers successfully audition for the National Secondary Schools Band since

The four teenage members of the Marlborough District Brass Band who have been selected for the National Secondary Schools Brass Band.

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it was first formed in 2001.

Each year the band has met at different locations throughout New Zealand, but from 2020 the National Secondary Schools Band auditions will be held every second year making way for even greater participation by secondary students on the in between years at North and South Island training

camps.

The four teens will be performing with Marlborough District Brass Band at the National Brass Band Band Championships in Hamilton in July and at the Band’s gold coin entry Pre Contest Concert in Marlborough Boy’s College Hall, Stevenson Street, at 2pm on Sunday July 7.

Jonty, deputy head boy at Marlborough Boys’ College, is a well known musician in Blenheim.

He and seven other teens recently shaved their heads for Shave for Cure, the annual nation-wide fund raising event for leukaemia and blood cancer sufferers support.

“I was a bit nervous before doing it but once I started it was

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“Thank you so much to everyone who generously donated to the worthy cause.”

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Bridget steps in to lead Community Food Bank

The Marlborough Community Food Bank’s new chairperson, Bridget Lauder, with Treasurer Lynette Stanley, volunteer Rona Kennington and Food Bank manager Winnie Cosgrove.

By Bill McElhinney The Marlborough Community Food Bank’s new chairperson, Bridget Lauder, hopes to forge stronger links with other community organisations.

Bridget, a social worker with the Blenheim Salvation Army, takes over the role from Barbara Ryan, who has stepped down after nine years of service.

“Barbara did a fabulous job of leading our team,” Food Bank treasurer, Lynette Stanley, says.

Bridget hopes to have more communication with other groups working in the community, and will encourage them to send representatives to the Food Bank bi-monthly meetings.

“There are 45 other agencies, including churches and schools, which we regularly work with,” Bridget says.

“The demand for our services has grown every year, and last month we gave out an even greater number of food parcels.”

Low wages, high rents, few savings, unexpected expenses – all these things drive people to seek help, Food Bank manager Winnie Cosgrove says.

“Many of the food parcels that go out go to households where one or more of the occupants are in paid employment.” Winnie says.

“People who seek food parcels aren’t lazy or bludgers. They are usually families struggling to pay rent, school fees, and medical bills.

Most of them are working, but many aren’t earning a living wage.

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“Food costs have risen, people have to pay rent. All it takes for a family to fall behind is for a child to get sick and someone has to stop work to care for them. Then there’s no money coming in.

“Schools tell us they ring families to find out why a child isn’t at school and it’s not because the child is sick, it’s because the family can’t afford to fill their lunchbox. That’s where we can help.”

The Food Bank is also seeing increasing demand from people in emergency housing, and the Food Bank also provides food for a Salvation Army programme that feeds up to 22 people in need every Saturday.

The food bank does not deal directly with clients, Winnie says.

“Various social agencies come to us with people’s needs and we send the food parcels to the agency. That way it is harder for people to take advantage of us. We monitor things and can soon tell if the needs are genuine.”

Supermarkets, orchards and community gardens also help the Food Bank, but right now they could use more items such as rolled oats, soup mixes, salt and sugar, Winnie says.

Last year the food bank gave out 12,050 food parcels, valued at $150,000 to 3500 people. Staff also spent $5000 buying milk powder and meat.

Fruit and vegetables are donated by community gardens, orchards and other community groups.

Bex leading the charge for midwinter swim

By Celeste Alexander Blenheim woman Bex Gardiner was surprised to hear she had been voted by the public to lead this Sunday’s Mid Winter Swim at Picton.

“This is a stitch up! I’d better get my floaties ready,” she laughs.

For the third year running, More FM Marlborough invited its listeners to nominate who they thought would do a great job leading the crowd for the Mid Winter Swim with Cuddon annual event.

The task includes giving the crowd a quick warm up, count everyone down and be the first to hit the water.

There were many “fantastic” suggestions, Tash Knox of More FM Marlborough says, but it was the following four locals who were put forward for public voting: Bex Gardiner ‘Marlborough’s resident DJ’ Jimmy Giles ‘President of Waitohi Rugby Club’

Paora Mackie ‘Ta Moko artist and Cultural Advisor at NMDHB’ Paddy Dowling ‘St Mary’s School Principal’ With 952 votes counted, it was Bex Gardiner who took out the competition, just 70 votes ahead of ‘Picton Hero Jimmy Giles’.

The More FM Mid Winter Swim with Cuddon is on this Sunday, June 23 at the Picton Foreshore.

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Former MBC cox in Defence Force rowing team

By Bill McElhinney Former Marlborough Boys’ College student Alex Hill is part of a New Zealand Defence Force rowing squad gearing up to compete in a race to commemorate the same event that was held 100 years ago, after the end of the First World War. Alex, who was the cox for Boys’ College fours and eights teams in Maadi Cup regattas, is the cox for the Defence Force team, which will be heading off to England today.

Alex joined the RNZAF just over three years ago and trained at Woodbourne as an aircraft technician. He is now based at Whenuapai.

The King’s Cup will be held from July 5-7 at Henley-on-Thames, in England, under the umbrella of Henley Royal Regatta.

Australia won the 1919 Cup against New Zealand, the United States, the United Kingdom, France and Canada, and this year the original six nations will be joined by Germany and The Netherlands.

Defence Force team manager, Wing Commander Rhys Taylor, says the 1919 event is a celebration of survival and camaraderie.

“Our troops had seen the horrors of war, and survived, a number with injuries or illness,” Rhys says.

“The chance to row the Henley course gave them a positive focus after all they had endured. It was a chance to start putting their war experiences aside and

The New Zealand Defence Force rowing squad gearing up to compete in The King’s Cup from July 5-7 at Henley-on-Thames, in England.

Former Marlborough Boys' College student, Alex Hill, is the cox.

return to their pre-war lives.”

Crews in 1919 were all male but the centenary event will be raced by mixed-gender crews – the first time men and women have raced in the same boat at this elite international event.

At least two members of the 1919 New Zealand crew went on to great rowing success: Clarrie Healey attended four Olympic Games, once as a rower and three times as a coach; while Darcy

Hadfield was the first New Zealander to win an Olympic rowing medal, taking bronze in 1920 in Antwerp, Belgium.

The 2019 crew is coached by former Great Britain representative Rachel Gamble-Flint, and most members have rowed at high school and university.

Lieutenant Commander Juliet MacLean is no stranger to making history at Henley-on-Thames – in 1996 she rowed for Oxford Uni-

versity against Cambridge in the 50th women’s Boat Race, the first time it had been televised.

Fellow rower Sub Lieutenant Rob Creasy is also no stranger to elite sport, having won three World Triathlon Championship age group titles. He has also competed in the Hawaii Ironman twice and rowed for New Zealand Universities while studying.

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Celebrate Matariki at Crossroads next week Four of the brides who took part in last year’s Beavertown Blenheim Lions Bride of the Year Show; Kathleen Turkington, Helena Hickey, Sarah Clouston and Camilla Piper. File photo

Last minute bride entries will be accepted Entries for the Beavertown Blenheim Lions Bride of the Year Show close today, however the show committee say there are still a few spaces left for any last minute brides.

“If you would like to ask any questions before entering, get in contact with us and we can answer them for you,” show convenor Noeline Stewart says.

“We are happy to accept last minute entries for one more week so don’t worry, you won’t miss out,” she says.

Brides can get an application from the Sun Newspaper office on High Street,

Blenheim or by emailing Noeline at bblbrideoftheyear@gmail.com Ticket sales for the show, set for July 20 are going well, and are available theatre or online at Ticketek. Those going along in groups there is the option to book a row or block of seats. They cost $48 each and include a drink on arrival and nibbles during the ‘cocktail hour’.

If people are going to the show to support a particular bride, there are special passwords for each bride which can be used when booking tickets. There will be a prize for the bride who

has the most tickets sold under their password.

The event will begin at 6pm in the theatre foyer where trade tables will be set up with an array of businesses displaying their products and services.

People can purchase raffles and place bids on the silent auctions during this time before the show begins at 7.30pm.

“Get a group of friends together and make sure you do come along and enjoy the wonderful wedding atmosphere in the foyer area prior to the show. We look forward to seeing you there,” Noeline says.

By Bill McElhinney There’s a special celebration dinner at Crossroads in Blenheim next Wednesday evening, and everyone’s invited.

Crossroads are hosting a special Matariki feast for their weekly Wednesday night meal with a hangi inspired dinner and a Kapa Haka group performing.

“We’ll have the traditional hangi food – chicken, pork, potatoes, squash,” Crossroads manager Richard McDonald says.

“Matariki is a chance to celebrate our cultural diversity, so you’re welcome to come along and be part of it.”

Matariki is the Maori name for a cluster of stars which is visible in our night sky at a specific time of the year.

This year, from June 25 to 28, Matariki will re-appear in the dawn sky – signalling the start of the Maori New Year.

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new life, to remember those who’ve passed and to plan for the future. And it’s a time to spend with whanau and friends – to enjoy kai, song, and community.

Because Maori follow the Maori lunar calendar, not the European calendar, the dates for Matariki change every year “Crossroads is a place for anyone in the community to serve or be served by others, a place that has been a part of the Blenheim community for over 20 years,” Richard says.

“We’re not a soup kitchen; we aren’t just open for an hour or two to serve a bowl of soup and some bread. We open from 8am to 1.30pm daily and serve breakfast, morning tea and lunch as well as the community meal on Wednesday night at 5.30pm.

“We don’t charge for food,” Richard says. “Instead we accept donations with the understanding that while some people may be able to

afford to pay, others can’t.

“And we’re grateful for the local organisations and businesses that support us by donating food and other items.”

Two Blenheim firms have jumped in to help Crossroads with some alterations to their premises.

Local renovations firm Smith and Sons are providing free labour and Placemakers are providing materials at half price to erect a partition to close off the food storage section.

“We’re going to shift the cafe closer to the kitchen, which will create a nice, open space at the front which we can make available to other community groups.

“They could use it in the evening for community events,” Richard says.

“It’s an exciting development for us and opens Crossroads out to the wider community. We can’t wait to have it done!”

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By Bill McElhinney The heat is on, and you can blame the Aussies.

But it’s not officially a heatwave. sitting The high pressure ridge and warm, moist air mass Sea over the country has made its way across the Tasman from Australia. the And the warm air won’t be moving off any time soon, MetService says. hit 35.0 The temperature in Blenheim on Monday officially was deg. C, the highest in the country. A similar temperature recorded in Napier.

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Time to cool off! Hannah Baker-Saunders and Alice Rankin-SaunLines ders enjoy a dip in the outdoor pool at Marlborough soar.

Stadium 2000 on Sunday afternoon as temperatures

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By Bill McElhinney Young Remy Bourgeois, aged six, “He just loves it,” Mum Lisa says. loves fishing “If you ask him what he wants to do, he’ll always say: ‘Let’s go fishing!’”

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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Six-year-old Remy Bourgeois salmon he landed recently at the cradles the 13lb Wairau Diversion.

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Friday June 21, 2019

GARDENING THIS WEEK Looking after your grapes: By Wally Richards A recent email from a reader asked: Now that the end of the grape season is over, I wondered if you might consider writing an article about pruning, disease, and general care of the vines and getting ready for next year.

My grapes are 20 years old and normally they are a beautiful black grape with a delicious flavour.

In the past few years they have formed lovely branches but as they develop, some fruit matures well while the others turn into raisins, spoiling a perfect bunch.

I’ve sprayed with Neem oil, copper and even one dose of condies crystals.

This year has been a disaster - the fully matured grapes have not turned black and have not got their usual nice flavour, while the undeveloped tiny grapes [all on the one bunch] have turned black and have their delicious flavour.

The vine is against a garage wall, plenty of sun and well drained soil. What is going on ?

My reply: I always envy those gardens that have a large rambling grape vine,

years old producing an abundance of juicy grapes every year.

I have yet to achieve that goal and know that the reason is wrong growing conditions.

Grapes need a cool winter while they are dormant and a warm/hot summer when in foliage and producing fruit. Different types of grape have different temperature needs, so one should try and find a vine type that is suitable for their climate.

Early autumn frosts can wipe out a crop and late spring frosts can damage new shoots.

A mild summer will affect a crop by the fruit not ripening properly, with the lack of sugars to sweeten the fruit.

Humid summers will cause diseases and thus loss of the crop.

With our changing climate a vine that was once a great producer, facing a cold winter followed by a hot, dry summer, becomes a poor producer because of the climate.

This can also be part of the reason of our reader’s problem, with humid conditions

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Emily Simpson Grapes need a cool winter while they are dormant and a warm/hot summer when in foliage and producing fruit.

Different types of grape have different temperature needs, so one should try and find a vine type that is suitable for their climate.

or a milder summer needing a better spray program to overcome the diseases.

Grapes are best grown on free draining soils of low fertility. Feed your grape and you are likely to have a great canopy of foliage at the expense of the fruit.

If grapes are not pruned each year, they develop many unproductive shoots

and soon become a tangled mess of leaves and stems. At least 90 per cent of the previous season’s growth must be removed each winter.

New season grape plants will be available about now, so check with your local garden centre to see what varieties they can provide.

Problems ring me at 0800 466464

More photos from Monday’s Careers Evening, held at the Marlborough Lines Stadium 2000.

LEFT: Even younger students turned out to look at career options, including Lily and Brooke Pontague. Lily says she wants to study law and accounting when she finishes school.

RIGHT: Joseph Schreuder, Paul Slovak and his father Antonin Slovak.

Norwood – Dealership Administrator  If you could donate $1m to any charity who would you choose and why?

I don’t think I could choose just one! If I could split it I would donate to Pet Refuge as I think this is an amazing thing to be able to do, HUHA as they are all volunteers and rely solely on donations but the work they carry out is incredible and of course Cancer Society. But there are so many charities out there that do amazing work and are highly deserving of any donations.  When you have had a bad day, what do you do to feel better?

Getting home to see my partner and two dogs, there’s something about dogs especially my two that just instantly cheer me up and a partner with a good sense of humour to make me have a good laugh.  What is the best or worst purchase you’ve ever made?

Best – my dog Molly (Moledog) she’s been my best mate for the past 12 years.

 What thing do you really wish you could buy right now?

Plane tickets to bring my brother, sister-in-law and wee niece home to see all the family and their old friends.  What’s the most beautiful place you’ve ever been?

I was in Ireland at the beginning of the year and found it amazing, not only the place itself but the people as well.  If you could only eat 3 foods for the rest of your life, what would they be?

Fresh fish, cheese and Jalapenos.  Favourite programme currently watching?

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Friday 21 Winter Harness Race Meeting: Two day Trotting meeting. Today and Sunday, 11.30am with free entry.

Waterlea Raceway, Mclauchlan Street.

MND Fundraising Mid-Winter Christmas Dinner: A mid-winter Christmas dinner to raise funds for Motor Neurone Disease. $65 per person, including a live auction, raffles and live jazz music throughout the evening. 6.30pm. Giesen Sports and Events Centre, 8 Uxbridge Street, Renwick. Tickets available from All About You, 22 Maxwell Road.

Waterpolo And Flippa Ball Open Day: Come and try out Flippa Ball and Water Polo, great sports for building confidence in the water and developing team skills while having fun. 5pm6pm with free entry for participants.

Stadium 2000, Kinross Street.

Bolivia Cards And Rummy O: Love cards, come and join in. Bolivia cards every Friday 1pm-4pm. Also Rummy O every Monday 12.30pm4pm. Blenheim Bowling Club Hall, 65a Weld Street.

Games, Coffee, Gelato And Cakes: What more could you ask for. A variety of games on offer or bring your own to play. Open late every Friday and Wednesday for game night. Delicia Ice Cream Café, 4 Scott Street.

Crazy Ladies: Havelock Theatre Company presents Crazy Ladies, a hilarious comedy. What could happen when five school mates get together after 25 years? Believe me reunions were never meant to be like this. Today and Saturday 7.30pm. $10-$20. Door sales available. Havelock Town Hall, corner Main Road and Inglis Street, Havelock. On until June 22.

The Gallery Havelock: If you’re in the area drop by and check out all the artwork from Marlborough’s amazing artists. Open 10am-4pm, seven days a week. The Gallery Havelock, 60 Main Road, Havelock.

The Diversion Gallery: Open Wednesday to Saturday, 12-5pm.

10 London Quay, Picton.

Heritage and Whaling Museum: A collection of 2000 items of Maori, whaling, maritime, heritage and textile displays. 10am-4pm daily, 9 London Quay, Picton.

Karaka Art Exhibition – Works By Tui Johnson: A solo exhibition of artwork by Tui Johnson, exploring imaginative and environmental themes, and displaying some of Marlborough’s diverse landscapes from a unique perspective.

On until the July 11. Open 6.30am3pm, Monday-Friday. Karaka Cuisine, 12 Sheffield Street, Riverlands Estate.

Saturday 22 Top Of The South Youth Hui: Come along and share your ideas to help make a real difference for youth. Topics include mental health and wellbeing, finding employment, alcohol and other drugs plus youth

The More FM Midwinter Swim with Cuddons takes place this Sunday at the Picton Foreshore. Registrations begin at 12noon and the swim kicks off at 1pm. spaces and places.10am-2.30pm. No cost to attend, food provided. My Space Marlborough Youth Development Centre, corner of Kinross and Redwood Streets.

Crop Swap Blenheim: Giving generously and mindfully taking while sharing abundance from our gardens. Including fruit and vegetables, preserves, relishes, jams, herbs, eggs, flowers and seedlings plus baking. 2pm-3pm. $2 to register.

Crossroads Café, 2 Redwood Street.

New Zealand Guitar Quartet: Don’t miss the New Zealand Guitar Quartet with their infectious energy and diverse range of genres. 7.30pm. $25. Picton Little Theatre, 9 Dublin Street, Picton. Tickets available from Take Note Picton & Alyssums Blenheim.

Carnival: Don’t miss ‘Carnival’ a family orchestra festival. Featuring conductor Elgee Leung and guest artist Olivia Sheat. Festival classics by Schubert, Mendelssohn, Saint-Saen’s Carnival of the Animals, Marlborough composer Kodi Rasmussen, and music from The Greatest Showman. 7pm. Tickets $10$32.50. ASB Theatre Marlborough, 2 Hutcheson Street.

Men’s Breakfast: Come and enjoy breakfast with fellow Marlborough men and guest speaker Paul Monahan. $10 per person, 8am.

Nativity Church Hall, 76 Alfred Street.

Latin Dance Party: Dance the night away to the latest Latin music. $5 door sales only with BYO drinks. 8pm, everyone welcome.

Harlequins Rugby Club, Lansdowne Park, Lansdowne Street.

Celebrate Feast Matariki 2019: Bring the whanau and relax while cel-

ebrating Matariki. With special Maori inspired dishes and kai moana on offer. Today and Sunday 11am-4pm.

The Vines Village, 193 Rapaura Road.

Walk In The Park In The Dark: Enjoy a family walk in the park to celebrate Winter Solstice. Short and long walk options. Food and drink available to purchase. 4.30pm-7pm.

Rifle Range Carpark.

Chess: Every Saturday at Joocy Loocy Café, 35 Queen Street, 10am-1pm. Also Wednesdays at Clubs of Marlborough, Bridge room, 6.30pm-8pm. Please bring your own board and pieces.

Millennium Public Art Gallery: Exhibitions on show ‘Remembering Rodin’, on until June 22. Also ‘Four X Five X Six’, on until June 23. Millennium Public Art Gallery, corner of Alfred and Seymour Streets. Koha appreciated.

Redwood Market: 8.30am-12pm, Redwood Tavern car park. Plants, produce, cards, jewellery, flowers and hand crafts.

Marlborough Art Society Gallery: Exhibition on show “Our Art” An IDEA Art Class Exhibition. On until June 23. Opening hours 10.30am-4.30pm daily. Marlborough Art Society Gallery, 204 High Street, Blenheim.

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

Round’A’Mini Golf Picton: Picton Foreshore, 9am Saturday and Sunday.

Gravel Grind Ride: Open to all, on every Saturday. 3pm, Bikefit Marlborough, 24 Market Street.

Blenheim Rotary Car Boot Sale: Every Saturday 8am–12.30pm at the Railway Station car park, Grove Road.

Vintage Farm Machinery: 10am-3pm, open every day. Brayshaw Park guided tours available, on Sunday Thomas the tractor rides are available.

Blenheim Menz Shed: 4 Dillons Point Road. Open 9am-12pm Saturday and 1-4pm on Monday and Thursday.

Picton Men’s Shed: “Where men can do what men do best” 9am-12pm and Wednesday 9am-4pm. 2 Market St. Picton.

5km Taylor River Fun Run: Free timed 5km run along the Taylor River, meet at the Amphitheatre, corner of High and Symons Streets, 8am every Saturday.

Sunday 23 More FM Mid Winter Swim With Cuddon: Take the plunge and join in the fun with plenty of prizes up for grabs.

Registration at midday with swim starting at 1pm. Fancy dress is encouraged but please no wet suits. Picton Foreshore London Quay, Picton.

Dru Yoga Workshop: A fantastic way to enjoy an afternoon of movement, yoga and relaxation.

1pm-5.30pm. $60. Giesen Sports and Event Centre, 8 Uxbridge Street, Renwick. Spaces are limited.

Marlborough Duathlon Series: With road and mountain bike options.

Run, walk, crawl or grovel your way around the run course, and as long as you have a safe bike and a helmet you’re good to go. 10am. $5-$25, Wither Hills Farm Park.

International Entertainment: Join Tony and Coral Thiel with their refreshing, down to earth Jazz, Ever-

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greens and great Old School Rhythms.

1.30pm. Captain’s Daughter, 72 Main Road, Havelock.

BikeFit 2019 Cyclocross Marlborough: Take the opportunity to have a go and experience the fun, thrill and laughs, riders and spectators alike. Test your skills or try something new, open to all, spectator’s welcome. From 11.30am, various grades and prices. Catalina Sounds, Waihopai Valley Road.

Marlborough Wedding Fair: Don’t miss this perfect opportunity to gain inspiration with the planning of your big day. 11am-3pm, S5 entry.

Marlborough Convention Centre, 42A Alfred Street All ticket sales will go to the Child Cancer Foundation of New Zealand.

Blenheim Country Music Club: Everyone welcome, $3 including afternoon tea. 2pm. Redwoodtown School Hall, Cleghorn Street.

Blenheim Social Dance Club: Free workshop introduction to Ballroom Dancing with an invitation to learn to waltz, foxtrot and jive.

4pm-5.30pm. Wairau Hospital Nurses Recreation Hall, entrance off Maxwell Road.

Ulysses Club Ride: Ride to Kaikoura for lunch. 10.30am departure from the south end of the Blenheim Railway Station. Also Thursday Group rides. Meet at Brayshaw Park carpark, 11am. Members and visitors welcome.

EcoWorld: EcoWorld Aquarium & Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre, Picton Foreshore.

Saturday & Sunday 9.30am-5.30pm.

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

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

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

Picton Rail & Sail: Open (subject to weather) Sundays, public holidays & everyday during school holidays. Picton Foreshore.

Model Aero Club: ARA Wairau Valley 9am. Phone Murray 578 9199.

If you have an event email Susan at The Sun office@blenheimsun.co.nz

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Furniture Maker / Joiner / Cabinet Maker Upton Oaks specialises in high-end Furniture and Joinery and we need a suitably qualified person to become part of our team.

In Memoriam Remember your lost loved one on their anniversary.

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

Friday June 21, 2019

Situations Vacant

Situations Vacant

If you like being around children, and you are looking for some casual, on call employment, then we'd love for you to join us as a relieving Teacher at St Mary's Preschool.

You must be available at short notice, for hours between 8:30am and 3pm.

Qualifications are not essential.

Email: office@stmaryspreschool.co.nz for an application form

MARLBOROUGH BOYS’ COLLEGE Relief teachers required

Do you think you’d enjoy a low stress, quality focussed, warm and friendly work place where every weekend’s a long weekend? (4 1/2-days is standard) We are looking for someone who’s passionate about working with wood and wants to advance their career and skills making Handcrafted Furniture and Joinery.

If you are honest & reliable, self-motivated, physically fit, have an eye for detail and are willing to work hard to achieve consistently high standards, then we’d like to hear from you.

Please contact Dave Monahan at dave@uptonoaks. co.nz with your CV and Cover letter or call 578 3312 or 0274 419 028 for more information.

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Permanent Deliverers

Our current cohort of relief teachers have successfully gained employment and have left our pool of relief teachers.

We are looking for qualified and NZ registered teachers in Blenheim to join our team (part/time or fulltime hours negotiated on daily basis).

We have ongoing vacancies to cover staff professional learning and sick days for the remainder of the year.

Please register your interest through apply@mbc.school.nz or contact James.ryan@mbc.school.nz for further information.

School students with parental / caregivers support.

Also may suit semi-retired or retired persons.

If this sounds like you please give us a call.

For more information phone Susan 5777 868

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CONSTRUCTION STAFF Wanted

The search is on for ‘Grandparents of the Year'

We have Fixed Term/Permanent vacancies for

Full-time Permanent Position for Early Childhood Teacher required We are seeking experienced teachers to work between the hours of 8.00am and 4.30pm.

If you enjoy working in a smaller family-like preschool environment this may be the teaching job for you.

You will need to be fun loving, reliable, energetic, enjoy the outdoor environment and be passionate about making a difference to children’s lives.

• CARPENTERS or EXPERIENCED HAMMERHANDS • CONCRETE WORKERS • DRAINLAYERS We are busy on a variety of projects and require additional, competent reliable staff.

Immediate start and overtime available.

Do not apply if you have a drug problem, as you’ll be wasting everyone’s time.

Apply by email, phone or visit our yard.

Ron 021 464 232 |Warren 021 072 9725 Mike 022 358 5077 | Yard 03 579 2284 office@findlaterconstruction.co.nz Yard - 32 Timandra Place, Blenheim

Email your CV to: janspreschool203@gmail.com or call Jan on 027 686 5150 for an interview BLENHEIM

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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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Trusted by Kiwis for more than 30 years, EXPOL is the largest manufacturer and distributor of expanded polystyrene products with moulding plants and distribution depots throughout New Zealand.

We are seeking a dynamic team player to join our busy Blenheim production team.

You must be: • Energetic and physically fit • Logical and have strong problem solving skills • Self-motivated and keen to learn • A great communicator both written and orally • Able to think on your feet in a dynamic environment • Willing to work as part of our experienced, motivated team Full training will be provided, but a forklift license, HT license, and a First Aid certificate would be helpful. Prior machinery experience is preferable.

The shift pattern is 9.30am - 6pm Monday to Friday, with overtime as required.

We offer competitive remuneration including allowances as applicable within a supportive manufacturing factory environment.

Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and be prepared to commit to a long term working relationship with our company.

Applications can be emailed along with your CV including contacts for two references to: trish@expol.co.nz Applications close Friday 28th June 2019.

Wairau Hospital Casual position working on an as required basis covering staffing shortfalls (no fixed hours).

Flexibility to work across a range of shifts is essential.

Closing date: Thursday, 4 July 2019.

Ref: W19-099.

Support Workers Physical Disability Support Services Permanent, part-time positions: Position 1 - working 40 hours a fortnight, 7.00am - 3.30pm. Week 1 - Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday. Week 2 Tuesday and Wednesday.

Position 2 - working 32 hours a fortnight, 7.00am - 3.30pm every Monday and Sunday.

Position 3 - working 39 hours a fortnight, 3.00pm - 10.00pm every Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Closing date: Sunday, 14 July 2019 (unless filled prior).

Ref: W19-100.

Online application, CV and cover letter are required before your application can be processed. Enquiries can be made to Human Resources Nelson telephone: (03) 546 1274 or email vacancies@nmdhb.govt.nz Register for job alerts and view full details of vacancies

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Public Notices

BUILDER REQUIRED

Marlborough Freshwater Anglers' Club

Qualified builder required Varied work | Contractor or wages Contact admin@dkhandylimited.co.nz to apply

Public Notices

2019 AGM

Saturday 30th June 7.30pm Blenheim Bowling Club All members &friends welcome Enquiries 579 3331

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WANTED To buy caravan around 18 foot. Older type preferred with toilet and shower. Please phone 021349046. No text messages please.

CORBETT, Elwyn Robert (Snow): Passed away peacefully on Friday June 14, 2019, at Aberleigh Rest Home. Aged 81 years.

Loved father and father-in-law of Lorraine and Garry Price (Nelson), grandfather of Hayden, Shane and Megan, and great grandfather of Lily. Thanks to family and friends for all their kindness and support. Messages may be sent to 222 Annesbrook Drive, Nelson 7011. At Snow’s request, a private cremation has taken place.

Flatmate Wanted MATURE professional female to share immaculate character home in Renwick $250 p/w plus shared power. Ph Peter for more details 0223 154 572

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

Nativity Anglican Church

AGM

When: Thursday 4 July, 6.30pm on Where: Marlborough Boys College, Stephenson Street

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WINTER SPECIAL Yummy Raizada Butter Chicken ONLY $15 Takeaway or Dine-in this week only

Raizada Family Restaurant ph 5794060

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COOKES Tree Services for tree removal, trimming, thinning, line clearance, stump grinding, hedge trimming, mulch supplies. Fully insured. Free quotes.

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HILL, Ann Elizabeth: Passed away on Sunday June 16, 2019, at Ashwood Park Retirement Village. Aged 79 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Michael, adored Mum of Terry, Greg, and Leonie, the late Sandy and Thad. Loved mother-in-law of Belinda, Ashlee, and Chris; loved grandmother of Thomas and Alexandra; Katy, Gabby, and Lizzy; Sam, Katy-Rana, and Ethan, and Cassie. Messages may be sent to the Hill With guest speaker Family, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240.

A funeral service for Ann will be held at the With speaker With guest speaker Paulguest Monahan With guest speaker Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker With guest speaker Paul Monahan With guest speaker Paul Monahan Paul Monahan Paul Monahan Streets, at 1pm Monday June 24, followed Paul Monahan by interment at Fairhall Cemetery.

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All welcome to our services Thursday - 10am Holy Communion in Barnies Sunday - 8am Traditional Eucharist Service - 10am Family Service

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Business for Sale NZ Post Rural Contract for Sale in Marlborough 6 days a week

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WILLIAMS, Susan Kay: Passed away 2206-2017. Time goes fast since you passed.

Every day goes by that we all miss you more. If we could get the keys to heavens gate, we would all come up and bring you home. Memories are forever. Love from Peter and Sharleen, Rhys and Sandy, Sharn, Jess and partners, Mako and Rieko.

VOSS, Barry John: Passed away peacefully at Wairau Hospital Blenheim on Wednesday June 19, 2019, after a short illness.

Aged 75 years. Loved only son of the late Clifford and Elma. A Loved and Respected friend of the Lucas Family, Bazza, Dave and Sharyn. A gentle, kind soul who loved life and motorsport. He will be sadly missed by all. A special thanks to all who have shown love and support to Barry throughout his life, and to the HDU and Oncology team at Wairau Hospital for their care and compassion. Messages may be sent to 23 Budge Street, Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Cancer Society would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to P O Box 233, Blenheim 7240. A farewell for Barry will be held at the Clubs of Marlborough, Alfred Street, Blenheim at 10.30am on Tuesday June 25, followed by interment at Omaka Cemetery. Barry’s request was that you wear bright colours that reflect his life.

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WARM AND DRY IN WINTER, COOL IN SUMMER

BARBER, Harrison Jack: June 15, 2019 MASON, Correen Agnes: June 14, 2019

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SPORTS TALK With Jacob Page

In Shag we trust?

New Zealand having four Super Rugby quarter-finalists likely flatters the depth of top level rugby in this country.

The Crusaders, Hurricanes, Chiefs and Highlanders are all playoffs bound.

The Blues are not, and finished last in the New Zealand conference for the sixth consecutive

year.

Despite that perceived dominance of the competition, there seems to be an atmosphere of uneasiness around the All Blacks during this World Cup year.

Several positions like hooker, blindside flanker and centre all have serious question marks over just who will fill those spots.

Let’s be honest, the North and South Island are split on who the best No 10 is as well.

There was certainly more harmony in selections during both the 2011 and 2015 title tilts.

Coach Steve Hansen had an 11-hour meeting at New Zealand Rugby headquarters to prove he was the right guy.

Goodness, that’s a long time.

Now, all of this concern, must be tempered with the team’s stellar record over the past 15 years.

They win more than 80 percent of their games but there’s only one game in Japan that really matters and there’s no guarantee they will make it.

Rugby fans want no part of

Sonny Bill Williams but he will be in the squad.

Some rugby fans want no part of Kieran Read such is his poor form since returning from injury.

In Shag we trust, or is that trust starting to spiral into second guessing?

It’s always a fine line when it comes to rugby in this country.

Comfortable wins in table tennis The seventh round of the Marlborough table tennis competition saw comfortable wins and a win on a points count-back.

Two and a Half Men still lead the competition, following an 8-4 win over Will’s Winners.

Matt Millar was again in good touch. Will Kim and Warren Haszard did well to claim two wins each against Rob Honour and Rory Osborne.

Tradies beat Spirited 7-5. The clash of the number one players was a highlight with Alex Kennedy beating Nathan Watson.

The next match saw Malcolm Honour beat Peter Wells in five sets to get the seventh point.

For the first time this season a match was decided on points with BFF getting the bonus point by beating Schnippelkönige 394 points to 373.

Jacqui Wood and Kylie Hurren both won two singles, with Bjorn Cowdrey winning his last single over promising junior Joseph Ruwhiu.

Matthias Krönert kept his unbeaten run going and was taken to four sets by Jacqui.

KJD beat Matts Mussels 8-4.

Interestingly Ken Thompsett

beat Josh Sim and lost to Sam Flaherty while Jeff Sawyer beat Sam and lost to Josh.

Sam, who was filling in for an ill Matt Pigou, and Josh, shared the points for Matts Mussels.

The Forest Gump team of Zac Cowdrey, Billy Hebberd and Vanessa Wood-Lin beat Battlers 10-2.

Points: Two and a Half Men (Matt M) 60, Tradies (Alex) 54, Forest Gump (Zac) 52, Schnippelkönige (Matthias) 47, Spirited (Nathan) 47, KJD (Ken) 47, BFF (Jacqui) 46, Matt’s Mussels (Matt P) 39, Will’s Winner’s (Will) 32, Battlers (Jason) 31.

Nelson Open A contingent of Marlborough players attended the Nelson Open last weekend.

The best results were: Men’s Open Singles: Nathan Watson and Alex Kennedy qualified for the quarter-finals.

Women’s Open Singles: Jacqui Wood was runner-up to Canterbury’s Mimi Walle.

Mixed Doubles Open: Vanessa Wood-Lin with Daniel Astle (Nelson) were runners-up to a Canterbury combination.

Under-21 M/S: Alex Kennedy

lost in the final to David Walle (C).

Under-21 W/S : Vanessa beat Hannah Smit in the final.

Over-60 Doubles: Peter Wells and Warren Haszard reached the semi-final.

O ve r-70 Si ng le s : Pe t e r reached semi-final.

Over-70 Mixed Doubles: Peter won this event with a Nelson partner.

2nd Grade: Mixed Doubles: Rob Honour and Megan Stratford won this event.

2nd Grade Men’s Doubles: Sam Flaherty was runner-up with Greg Smith.

2nd Grade Women’s Doubles: Vanessa and Hannah were runners-up.

Under-18 Si ngles : Ror y Osborne and Vanessa both reached the semi-finals of this one event.

Under-18 a nd Under-15 Mixed: Rory and Vanessa won both these events.

Under-15 Girls Singles: Vanessa won this event.

Under-15 Boys’ Singles: Rory reached the semi-final.

Under-13 Boys’ Singles: Theo Sandford-Jury reached the semi-final.

Golf aids Hospice This years annual golf tournament in aid of the Marlborough Hospice was held at Wairau Valley Golf Club on June 10.

It was a very successful

tournament with 29 ladies entering and the club raising $1300 for the Marlborough Hospice. A great effort.

Results.

Best gross: M. Hampton 93.

Stableford: T Sutherland 39; D Nicholls 37; Y Wallace 34; R . Ashwor th 33; C .

Brasnahan 33; A. Walker 33; W. Avery 33; E. Brown 32; K. Keys 32; S. Hutchison 32.

Pool Association draw T he M arlb orough Po o l Association Interclub draw for next week: 12 Oz vs Jacks at Clubs of Marlborough; Phoenix vs Hot Tips at Clubs of Marlborough; Renwick 1 vs Chalk It Up at Renwick Arms; Pints vs Crowsaders at Waterfront; Fyrebyrds vs Dads

Army at Clubs of Marlborough; The Breakers vs OKI at Okaramio; Straight Shooters vs Flamingos at Redwood; Royals vs Armadillos at Springlands; Sharks vs Renwick 2 at Pelorus.

Eight Balls this week by Greg Croudis.

Results from interclub for

games: Phoenix 11 vs Fyrebyrds 4; Renwick 1 7 vs Hot Tips 8; Pints 11 vs Chalk It Up 4; 12 Oz 11 vs Crowsaders 4; Jacks 12 vs Dads Army 3; The Breakers 8 vs Classics 7; Straight Shooters 4 vs OKI 11; Royals 10 vs Flamingos 5; Sharks vs Armadillos 7; Renwick 2 had a bye.

Trojans team member, Molly Leitch (right), is hot on the heels of Blenheim Valley (BV) Chicks team member, Kirsten Pease, who is dribbling the ball towards the goal.

Women in football

By Aimee O’Hagan It is a common fact that it is not only men who play football – women play football too. But what clubs can a newbie join if she wishes to become part of a female-only football team?

Blenheim Valley Club member, Tina Connor, says that the Blenheim Valley Club not only offers a social league team for beginners (Blenheim Valley Chicks), but also a Nelson League women’s team for those who are wanting to “try something a little harder” (Blenheim Valley Bullets).

Other Marlborough-based football clubs that offer women’s teams include Trojans Football Club and Picton Football Club.

Tina believes a particularly positive part of playing football is that players get to keep fit while they have fun.

“It’s a good team sport – you really connect with one another,” she says.

“You make all these connections!

“It gives you a challenge to learn new things and avoid injuries.”

General manager at Marlborough Football, Andrea Smith-Scott, completely agrees with Tina, and says, “It’s a great way to get out in the fresh air and do something physical – without being judged – make some new friends, and just have fun with a bunch of other like-minded women.”

She adds that sport and exercise is not just something one does when they are young – it’s an important part of living a healthy adult lifestyle!

“It’s proven that females who play sports have higher levels of confidence and self esteem and lower levels of depression.

“There has been reported research done that shows strong links between woman’s football and selfconfidence.”

Andrea adds that the clubs are currently in a rebuilding stage of the women’s league. In order to enter more than three teams into the league, they are in need of more women who are enthusiastic about football.

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