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Justin gets a star

By Megan Connolly Justin Stevens has been fighting fires in the Seddon and Awatere area since he was a little tacker, tagging along behind his dad, Stewart Stevens.

But more recently he has celebrated the milestone of being a part of Seddon Fire Service for 25 years, and will be honoured with a Gold Star medal.

It started out with a 12-year-old Justin, who was “always tall”, jumping in the trucks with his dad, who began the local unofficial fire force, dubbed the Dad’s Army.

Continued on page 2 Justin Stevens from Seddon Volunteer Fire Brigade was recently honoured with a Gold Star medal for 25 years of local fire service.

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Twenty five years on the job for Justin Continued from page 1 With the support of the community, the Dad’s Army morphed into the Awatere fire service after it was realised there was a need for a local fire and emergency force “We used to turn up, use wheat sacks and chuck them in a water trough and throw them on the fire,” Justin says.

“I remember going to a fatality when I was only 13 and stabilising

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a car, and there was someone a foot or so away from me who had died.”

Justin continued helping right through the eighties, and remembers it was the time when he was old enough to drive.

The rural fire service has had an interesting history.

Originally it was part of the Marlborough County Council before it became the Awatere Rural Fire Service.

Now it is more commonly known as the New Zealand Fire Service, dealing with everything from fires to emergency responses.

Justin took a break from firefighting when he went to university, but when he returned at age 21 he joined the service, officially this time.

The fire service has changed a lot since then, Justin says.

“It’s the varying type of calls you get. Back then you had grass fires or

motor vehicle accidents. Now you might also get a cat up a tree or a call to assist an ambulance.”

In the early days, Justin remembers attending a few house fires.

“I remember being quite in awe of what a fire can actually do.”

For Justin, his medal is another milestone in his life in the fire service, although he’s not sure he has another 25 years left in him, he jokes.

Firefighting stays in the family Katrina Whiteside

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By Megan Connolly The Stevens family is an all fire fighting family.

Dad, Justin, and his wife, Rebecca, have been a part of Seddon Volunteer Brigade for over 20 years, and their sons, 19-year-old Campbell and 17-year-old Lachlan are following suit.

The family is based in Seddon and have a rich history of being involved with the brigade.

Rebecca began volunteering her time 22 years ago when she joined with a friend.

“I was never very good at school so I really enjoy the challenges being in the brigade brings me,” she says.

Each firefighter must go through a series of courses and skills training to be able to qualify for different tasks.

These courses can take anywhere from a day to a week, and vary from truck driving to cutting someone free from a car.

Even though each course makes Rebecca very nervous it’s worth it when she makes it out to a call, she says.

“There’s very little detail on

the phone so when you get there it could be something like a chemical fire or a freight truck overturned. It’s a real adrenaline rush,” Rachel says.

“One Sunday we all piled into the truck and put our masks on and everything. We could see the smoke above the trees but when we got there, there were only chimneys left! We wondered where the house had gone.”

Rebecca and Justin’s boys have been part of the firefighting life since a young age, too.

“It’s good to have young people involved. It’s a good discipline to have because it’s varied,” Justin says.

Oldest son Campbell’s favourite parts of the trade would be putting on the breathing apparatus.

A firefighter must put their gear on under 90 seconds, but Campbell managed to get his on in a speedy 67 seconds at his last training course.

In just three months of being a volunteer, Campbell experienced call outs for earthquakes, fires, a plane crash and a heart attack.

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The Stevens family are a big part of the Seddon Volunteer Fire Brigade. Rebecca, left, Justin, Jack (12), Campbell (19) and Lachlan (17) with Sam the dog.

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“Ghost earthquakes” Four moderate earthquakes on Monday afternoon were reported as being felt throughout New Zealand and were recorded on Geonet’s monitoring website.

But those four quakes never happened. They were what are known as “ghost quakes”.

One magnitude 6.9 quake had struck near the Kermadec Islands, north of New Zealand, at 4.19pm at a depth of about 130 kilometres.

GNS Science seismologist John Ristau said the ghost earthquakes were a result of the way the monitoring system worked to try to rapidly locate quakes.

Maori Language week Red Cross shop manager Jax Skinner, left, with fashion parade model Joyce Cattermole and parade convenor Lorna Whitehead.

Fashion, fun to help Red Cross

By Bill McElhinney Elegance on a shoestring – that’s the promise from a group of Blenheim Red Cross ladies who are organising “Red Cross Crosses the Runway.”

“It’s our fourth fashion show,” Red Cross member and show convenor Lorna Whitehead says.

“It began five years ago as a fun evening to raise funds for the Blenheim Red Cross and to show off some of the fashion items we have for sale at our shop.”

Shop manager Jax Skinner says they have a lot of top quality label items in the shop, some new and some pre-loved.

Jax, who has previous experience in retail, has spent some time matching the items up and

working with models, such as Joyce Cattermole, to ensure each has suitable outfits.

The Red Cross shop has been operating in Maxwell Road for about a year, and offers a wide range of items including men’s and women’s clothing, homewards and furniture.

“We have about 15 volunteers who come and help in the shop, and they are wonderful,” Jax says, “and we could always use more!”

Nearly two years after the massive 2016, 7.8 magnitude earthquakes that rocked Marlborough and the East Coast, Marlborough Red Cross is still working with the people affected, particularly in Seddon and Ward.

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Red Cross staff and volunteers were quick to respond in the aftermath of the earthquakes, offering first aid, financial assistance and counselling.

There is a lot of work being done every day in the community by a host of Red Cross volunteers.

“Our van drivers transport dozens of people to all sorts of events,” transport coordinator Moira Conroy says.

Around 100 Red Cross volunteers deliver around 550 meals on wheels every month.

Other volunteers visit elderly residents in rest homes who may not have friends or family nearby.

“All the funds raised by things like our fashion show go to

support our local Red Cross services,” Lorna says.

“We are very grateful to all the people who have helped, especially our models, hair stylist Nadia Mason, style and image consultant Michele Brody and our MC, Annie Gleeson, from Style Angle Image Consultancy.

“Red Cross Crosses the Runway is being held on Monday at the Public House, formerly Paddy Barry’s in Scott Street.

“Doors open at 6pm with food and drinks available to purchase, and the show starts at 7.15pm.

There will be raffles and spot prizes as well. The tickets are $20 and are available from our Red Cross Shop or Marlborough Public House,” Lorna says.

Kia Kaha te reo Maori is the theme for this year’s Maori Language Week, which began on Monday.

Maori Language Week has been celebrated in New Zealand since 1975.

It acknowledges and celebrates the Maori language as a cultural treasure for all New Zealanders.

‘Kia Kaha’ is a well known phrase in New Zealand, meaning ‘be strong’.

When we say ‘Kia Kaha te Reo Maori’ we’re saying ‘Let’s make the Maori language strong’.

Tree comes down A 150-year-old British Lime tree on a Maxwell Rd property collapsed without warning about 4pm last Thursday, taking out the owner’s fence and blocking the northbound traffic lane.

HEB construction and Marlborough Tree Care were quickly on the scene with chainsaws and a wood-chipper and soon had the road cleared.

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Middle Age Spread opening tonight

Julie Loan (Elizabeth) confronts her fears with Peter Morice (Colin) and Colin Blake (Reg) in the background in The Boathouse Theatre’s new play, Middle Age Spread opening tonight. Photo provided.

By Megan Connolly The beautiful 70s orange and brown glow of a middle-class sitting room is the setting for The Boathouse Theatre’s new play, Middle Age Spread, which is opening tonight to audiences.

The events of the play are set in suburban Wellington as three middle-aged couples, who have become impassionate and disinterested in their personal and love lives, share a dinner party.

Told through a series of flashbacks to the events preceding the dinner party, the actors take the witty and wordy dialogue and create a natural entertaining, and heart-breaking show.

The actors appear at home and

relaxed within their characters, moving naturally and often vibrantly around the stage.

Peter Morice is the central Colin who is unenthused by his deputy principal role, displays great comic timing and carries the show with ease.

Julie Loan who plays Colin’s wife Elizabeth, portrays boredom and the routine of love with ease, while Abi Balasoglou plays the bright and young Judy with sparkle.

Colin Blake’s Reg sails through drunken tangents and is a nice contrast to the other more tightly wound characters.

Judy Blake-Barlow as Isobel and Jonathan Loan as Robert

round out the dinner party with naturalism.

Much of the subjects discussed at the dinner party, like the political climate, youth, relationships and the economy, have a distinctly modern feel to them.

With brilliant direction from Emily Watson and Kristine Hudson, the play flows smoothly as it jumps between the flashbacks.

Middle Age Spread is a vibrant comedy where you will understand and connect with each character as they fumble their way through their bored and complacent lives to find what it means to feel again.

Tickets available from the ASB Theatre.

Gold rush on again at Havelock

By Bill McElhinney The highlights and humour of the Wakamarina gold rush days are being brought to life in the latest production from the Havelock Theatre Company.

In 2002 Havelock Theatre called a committee meeting to decide what type of play the members wanted to produce next.

There were several suggestions: “What about a Shakespeare play; a comedy; something historical; a mystery; something with music.”

In response to these suggestions Don Edwards wrote Wakamarina Gold, a comedy set in the historical goldfields, full of intrigue, music and yes, some Shakespeare.

The play was well received 16 years ago, so the Havelock Theatre decided to re-visit Wakamarina Gold as a memorial to Don, who died in August last year.

With a few updates from co-directors

Jennie Johnson and Gillian Edwards, and an enthusiastic cast and crew, the audience can expect a hilarious night’s entertainment.

The play takes the audience back 130 years through the Narrator, played by Anne Stark, who guides them through the story at various times through the production.

At an early stage, the villain, Spade (Rick Edmonds) enters the Fat Lip Saloon in Havelock and as a result of some trickery; local fisherman Jake Haddock (Gary Marshall) meets an untimely death beneath the wheels of an express bullock wagon.

Events take a sinister turn as the drama unfolds, but light relief is never far away in this slightly black comedy.

Romance, singing, music, Shakespeare, drama and comedy are all presented by a cast of 18, including several children, in this entertaining snapshot of life in Havelock and its surrounding goldfields back in the 1880’s.

Carmen entertains in Wakamarina Gold. From left: Anna Logan, Faye Leov, Kylie Linthwaite, Ian Cameron, Kim Weatherhead (as Carmen), Paula Marshall and Gary Marshall.

Opening night tomorrow, Thursday, is sponsored by Bladen’s Wines and The Mussel Pot. The season runs from September 13 to 15 and September 20 to 22 at 7.30pm, plus a

matinee on September 16 at 4pm.

Tickets are available from Still’s Books Blenheim, BTS Marine Havelock, Take Note Picton and Foresters Café Rai Valley.

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Seafloor surveyed

Chris Hutchison and Heather Beach, hold up their 1080 banner.

A complex underwater coastal survey of the seafloor of Queen Charlotte Sound and Tory Channel has revealed previously undiscovered natural features and sunken boats.

The mapping project was undertaken by NIWA and Discovery Marine Ltd in partnership with Land Information New Zealand and the Marlborough District Council.

The data has been used to produce an extensive new catalogue of navigational charts which were last updated in the 1940s, seabed maps and 3D images.

NIWA marine geologist Dr Helen Neil said the seafloor survey revealed natural features such as complex pockmark structures,

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Several shipwrecks and sunken boats were also located.

One of those was the wreck of the Hippolas, a barque which struck Walker Rock in 1909 and was abandoned with no loss of life.

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Sun readers have their say... with the WORD on the Street.

Q: On a wet or dark day, do you put your headlights on?

What colour is your car?

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Yes, so I can be seen because my car is dark green. Even when we go on holidays and overtake I have them on.

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My car’s white and yes, definitely. Especially when it’s foggy.

White and I do put them on.

I like cars to be seen so that’s why I chose my car colour.

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Shelter?

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Dear Ed, A friend with over 40 years as a registered valuer in the top of the south inspected the highly controversial Blenheim Bus Shelter last week. They were unable to fully evaluate the area where the hole was as it was raining.

Their professional view. Value about $50,000 and certainly not more than $60,000.

There simply is not sufficient material used to warrant any more.

Architectural work about $5,000.

So how come a Christchurch architect was paid $40,000 and the total cost came in at $300,000.

Standing in the rain.

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Dear Ed, My sincere compliments to Bill Holvey for his excellent letter in Wednesday Sun ‘Sub-Atomic Particles’.

Bill’s letter brightened my day. I only wish I could write like that!

Evan Robinson Blenheim

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Dear Ed, I have this really old pair of jeans.

The knees and seams are worn through to holes and I was on the point of throwing them out.

But then I thought perhaps they’re in fashion!

But I’m a bloke and only ladies wear ‘worn out’ jeans.

So, Sun readers, what should I do with my worn out ‘in fashion’ jeans?

Evan Robinson Blenheim

Allergies in your home Dear Ed, I read with much interest your article on Allergies in last week’s Wednesday Sun. Whilst I agree with much of what was in the article, one thing did stand out to me as somewhat contrary for someone with allergies.

The article recommends “At least once a week wash pillowcases, sheets and blankets in hot water and dry them in a hot dryer or hang outside in the sun”.

Hang on, hang them out in the sun, isn’t that outside, in the pollen, the pollen we are trying to avoid.

When they are dry bring them inside, use them, dry your face in the towel, sleep with your face in the pillowcase and use everything else that now has a days’ worth of pollen on it……just a thought.

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Fore Sight Blenheim A Marlborough District Council spokesperson replies: As shown in its 2018-28 Long Term Plan, council’s

total borrowings, including those on-loaned to its subsidiaries, are projected to grow to $214m in 2028 from the current $92m.

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Ma rlborough Distr ict Council borrowings are well below the national average and it received an AA credit rating from S & P Global (formerly Standard and Poor’s), the highest possible for a New Zealand local authority.

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A winner in the wine world A young Aussie who fell in love with New Zealand is the country’s top young winemaker. Bill McElhinney chats to Greg Lane from Grove Mill.

Greg Lane at the Grove Mill winery. Greg last month won the national Young Winemaker of the Year title.

It’s been a good year so far for young Grove Mill brand wine maker Greg Lane.

The weather has been good, the vines are doing well and there’s the prospect of a good crop in the coming season.

He and partner Sarah Adamson have just bought a house in Blenheim and Greg is looking forward to trying his hand at fly fishing in Marlborough rivers this summer.

And to top it all off, he’s got a trip to France to look forward to.

Last month Greg fought off some tough competition from seven other young winemakers to win the Tonnellerie de Mercurey South Island Young Winemaker competition, held at the Marlborough Research Centre in Budge Street.

The competition is a chance for under-30s in the wine industry to show off their skills.

Greg then went to Auckland to compete in the national final and competed against three other young winemakers to be crowned

the 2018 Tonnellerie de Mercurey New Zealand Young Winemaker of the Year.

Held at Villa Maria’s winery in Auckland, competitors were put through their paces, having to complete a number of different tasks ranging from financial analysis, blending, general knowledge, presentation skills, wine judging, through to marketing and laboratory skills .

“To be recognised by the industry from a very talented group of competitors was a big thrill,” Greg says.

“It’s a culmination of experience working in New Zealand and abroad, and I have been lucky enough to work with and learn from some very talented winemakers.”

Included in the prizes is a travel allowance, a training grant, full registration to the 2019 Bragato Conference, a wine allowance and a fully funded trip to the Tonnellerie de Mercurey cooperage in Burgundy, France, which Greg is really looking forward to.

And he gets to feature in the popular Cuisine magazine.

Thirty-year-old Greg comes from a wine-loving family in Adelaide, Australia, where Dad is a doctor and Mum is an artist and printmaker who is looking forward to coming to New Zealand for some artistic inspiration.

Greg won the Tonnellerie de Mercurey South Island Young Winemaker competition As a youngster Greg spent some of his school holidays pruning vines an Adelaide vineyards and went to Adelaide University to pursue his interests in science, food and wine,

finishing as Dux at the university in 2010.

Then, as is often the case with young winemakers, it was off to see the world, working several vintages in Italy and the United Sates.

Greg also visited New Zealand and did a couple of years here, working in Central Otago and Wither Hills in Marlborough.

Then it was back to spend four years as a winemaker at the well-respected Shaw + Smith operation in the Adelaide Hills, South Australia.

But Greg really wanted to come back to New Zealand.

“I fell in love with the country when I was here,” he says.

“I really love the climate, the lifestyle, the whole feel of the place.”

Greg started with Grove Mill in November, and loves Marlborough and the outdoor opportunities it provides.

“I love the wine and food,” he says, “but I also enjoy mountain biking and tramping, and I’m keen to try fly fishing.

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Inclement weather has made the last two Marlborough grape vintages “challenging,” Greg says, a sentiment echoed by most of his contemporaries. But things are looking better so far this year, especially in the Grove Mill Wairau Valley vineyards.

So what does a winning young winemaker drink?

“I’m a chardonnay man,” says Greg with a grin.

“We’ve got an old Grove Mill chardonnay vineyard close to the winery and we’ll get some great fruit from it.

“I like a nice oaked chardonnay.

I think it’s a wine that most winemakers enjoy.”

Might go well with a few of the fish Greg hopes to land when he takes his fly rod down to the river in the coming months.

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Winter A delicate fusion of Thai and Japanese cuisine showcasing the unforgettable taste of Asia.

Located at the picturesque waterfront of Picton.

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Norimaki Japanese Restaurant Earlier this year Picton became home to a new Japanese restaurant, and after a brief period of closure, owners Udomsak Juchange and Shiho Tamura are gearing up to reopen on September 17.

After first opening it soon became apparent that the public loved the fresh sushi made onsite as well as the mouthwatering menu with everything from deep fried, stir fried, noodles, soup and curry options.

It was always the aim for the restaurant to have a menu that’s predominantly Japanese, Udomsak and Shiho say.

“Every dish that we create, we have them tested by Japanese locals to make sure that our menu is the authentic taste of Japan.”

The couple, who already own the Noodle Corner restaurant in Blenheim, say their focus is on fresh ingredients to make Norimaki the ‘best Japanese and sushi restaurant in Marlborough’.

“We have an advantage with location and our suppliers. Here in Picton we can get fresh seafood direct from the fishermen as well as

our own top suppliers,” Udomsak says.

“This guarantees that the freshest local seafood is cooked by the finest Japanese chefs. Moreover, every dish we create is given the seal of approval by our contacts in the Japanese community.”

For those wanting to sample Norimaki’s delicious sushi but are unable to get to Picton, don’t worry because Udomsak and Shiho will be bringing it to Blenheim.

“This summer we will bring the freshness of sushi from Picton to Blenheim, right to our Noodle Corner Restaurant located by the Farmers carpark.

“We will also be introducing more sushi flavours to the menu, taking it from seven options up to 20 to choose from,” Udomsak says.

Norimaki Restaurant will be open from 10.30am – 7.30pm seven days a week, and during the summer season the restaurant will remain open longer into the evenings.

Dine in or takeaway, make sure you visit Norimaki the next time you visit Picton.

PH: 03 578 0384 37 Main Street, Blenheim

(Across the Rd from Hunting & Fishing.

Off street parking available) Monday - Friday 6.15am - 3pm Sat 8am - 3pm

Bamboo Garden Restaurant Classic Chinese, Thai, and Japanese dishes.

Come and take a journey through the richness and diversity of Asian Cuisine.

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Lunch 11:00am-2pm Weds to Sun. Dinner from 5pm 7 days Takeaway 4.30pm-9pm Takeaway and delivery available 4:30pm-9pm www.bamboogarden.co.nz Email: admin@bamboogarden.co.nz 31 Maxwell Rd, Blenheim Ph: 0-3-579 1118

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Weekly babies

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Mum of the Week Congratulations to Rina Jeong

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Reuben Logan Gillespie Born August 31, 2018 Weight 8lb 14oz Hospital Wairau

Mickey Bowskill Born September 10, 2018 Weight 7lb 2oz Hospital Wairau

Louis Jeong Born September 10, 2018 Weight 3.22kg Hospital Wairau

John Ross Hrstich Riki Born September 10, 2018 Weight 9lb 2oz Hospital Wairau

Logan, Hannah and big sister Amelia are very pleased to welcome Reuben to the Gillespie family, born at 9.05pm on August 31, 2018 weighing 8lb 14oz. Special thanks to Nicky, Bronwyn, Gwen and all the Maternity Ward staff for all the effort in his safe arrival and care.

Photo provided.

Libby and James are stoked to announce the safe arrival of Mickey (7lb 2oz) on September 10, 2018, at 11.08am at Wairau Hospital. Special thanks to all the midwives and staff at Wairau Hospital.

Rina and Gwaghui are happy to announce the safe arrival of Louis (3.22kg) on September 10, 2018, at 9.10am at Wairau Hospital. Special thanks to midwife Toni and our family.

Sonia and Bryan are happy to announce the arrival of John Ross Hrstich Riki (9lb 2oz) on September 10, 2018, 9.15am at Wairau Hospital. A brother to Tui, Mare, Holly, Eva and Grace.

Special thanks to midwife Nicki and the awesome team at Wairau Hospital.

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out & about

A Ban 1080 protest was held in Blenheim last Saturday, bringing together a large group of people of all ages.

Photos by Lily-Alyce Vercoe.

Fern Cattermole, Chloe Jones and Georgie Cane.

Jim Grant as the Hulk, Kaya Horne and Shaleece Grant.

Shane Tapp.

Picton spring clean

Volunteers cleaned up the Picton foreshore and surrounding areas ahead of tourist season on Sunday.

Emilie Read, Rebecca Dunkey, Madi Scott and Ella Watts behind.

Lily Nielson, Paige Smith and Sofia Mosna.

Connie Herbert and Pandora Gausel.

Pollard park

Families were out at Pollard park on Sunday enjoying the sunshine.

Aylee and Jett with dad Jason Randall.

Baby Sophia with mum Heather Tuck.

Toni and Phoenix Tuck.

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

Gala Opening - Thursday 13 September 2018 at 7:30pm Havelock Town Hall Other Shows:

Friday 14th September at 7:30pm Saturday 15th September at 7:30om Sunday 16th September at 4:00pm (Matinee)

Thursday 20th September at 7:30pm Friday 21st September at 7:30pm Saturday 22nd September at 7:30pm

Get your tickets from:

Bow to Sterm, 75 Main Road, Havelock. Phone 574 941 Still Books, 18 Scott Street, Blenheim. Phone 578 9701 Take Note, 28 High Street, Picton. Phone 573 6107 Foresters Cafe, State Highway 6, Rai Valley. Phone 571 6070

Ticket Prices: Adults $20 | Students & Seniors $15 | Children $10 Cafe style seating. Doors open 45 minutes before show. Arrive early to claim your seats and enjoy your nibbles, while you relax, watching a sample of our past shows.

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Urgent Care Centre: Wairau Hospital Grounds. Entry off Hospital Rd, Blenheim 8am-8pm daily. Phone (03) 520 6377.

Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non urgent 579 4870.

After Hours Chemists: Springlands Pharmacy 9am-6pm, 7 days. Ph 5782271.

Community Care Pharmacy: Within the Blenheim Warehouse, open 7 days 9am-8pm. Only closed Christmas Day. Diabetes Marlborough Inc: Office hours 9am-3pm Mon-Thu 5775549. Reg. Nurse 1pm-5pm Wed, 8.30am-5pm Thu & Fri 5206200 (Mary).

Lifeline Marlborough: 0800 543354, 24hr helpline.

Marlborough Women's Refuge, Rape and Sexual Abuse Resource Centre: Crisis line, phone Wairau Hospital 520 9999, for Women's Refuge contact numbers.

Overeaters Anonymous: For more information. Ph 570 5137 Alcoholics Anonymous: Rose 5777651, Harvey 021 555 061.

Citizens Advice Bureau: Free, friendly, confidential advice. Mon - Fri 9.30am - 4pm.

Phone 578 4272.

Victim Support: 0800 VICTIM (0800 842 846) Al-Anon: Help for families & friends of alcoholics. Ph Margaret 578 4690 or Aley 021 434117.

Alzheimers Society Marlborough: 577 6172, 8 Wither Rd. Open Monday - Friday, 8.30 - 4.30pm Wairau Hospital: Hospital Visiting Hours: Daily 11.30am-7.30pm, children under 12 may visit parents only.

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

Children's Ward: Daily 10am-8pm. Visiting at all times is subject to the discretion of the nurse in charge of the ward.

Marlborough Family Budgeting: Free confidential budgeting advice. Monday-Friday 10am-3pm.

Phone 578 2006.

Marlborough Lupus Support: For more information phone Katrina 572 4333 or 021 502 451.

Picton Doctor: Phone weekend doctor 520 3222 or Marlborough After Hours GP Service 520 6377. Office 520 9980.

Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non-urgent 579 4870.

Chemist: Picton Healthcare Pharmacy. Ph 573 6420 Mon -Fri 8.30-5.30pm, Sat 9-2pm, Queen Charlotte Pharmacy 573 7927 Sat 9-1pm.

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O’HALLORAN, John: Tena koutou katoa.

Nga mihi aroha kia koutou ki te Hapori o Waitohi, nga whanau whanui me nga hoa katoa: Greetings filled with much love to the Picton Community and to all of our family and friends. The O’Halloran Family would like to thank friends, whanau and the wider Waitohi/Picton Community for their amazing support and kindness with the passing of our dad and husband of Valerie, John O’Halloran.

This unconditional show of aroha supported us all through a very difficult time and we are truly grateful to everyone for their love. Nga manaakitanga kia koutou - you are all very much appreciated.

CALLAHAN, Jocelyn Mary Grace (Joss): Peter, Julie, Paula, Neil, Philip and families would like to sincerely thank family and friends for their kindness and support, the beautiful flowers, baking, cards and messages received following the loss of Joss. A dearly loved wife, mother and grandmother. Special thanks to those who attended the celebration of Joss’s life, especially those who travelled to be there. Our sincere thanks also to the Rev John Neal for his support and guidance. To the staff of Waterlea Rest Home and Maxwell Lifecare, our heartfelt thanks for the loving care of Joss over the years and for the support given to us as a family. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement.

in memoriam

Beryl May

A year has passed Mum since you left us.

Your love and presence are still with us everyday.

Your loving Family

Blenheim Healing Rooms

Older Person Seminar

Open 1st & 3rd Saturdays every month.

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

Fourth Thursday of month. St Christopher’s Hall, 10am. Morning tea and lunch provided. Coin donation towards food.

Guest Speakers. Wendy 5794446 leave number or 0211130160.

The Blenheim Depression Support Group

Sheets ‘N Things

We now meet at the Baptist Church Hall, Beaver Road, Blenheim. Every Wednesday 10am-11.30am. For more details please phone The Baptist Church on 5783676 or Barb on 0277372403.

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2A Redwood Street. A great selection of sheets, towels and curtains. Lovely duvet sets, cushions and dog beds. Come in and browse.

The Community Noticeboard is for non-profit organisations.

For $10.00 + GST you can publish up to 25 words.

No AGMS, sporting notices or special meetings.

Community Notices must be pre-paid.

Call into our office at 72 High Street, Blenheim.

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KNIGHT, Lawrence Roy (Nobby): On Saturday, September 8, 2018, peacefully at Ashwood Park Retirement Village. Aged 91 years. Much loved husband of Pat and loved Dad of Marilyn and Bob, Brenda and Kevin, and Cora and Wayne. Loved grandad of his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Messages may be sent to 36 Ferry Road, Spring Creek 7202. Special thanks to the staff at the Oaks unit at Ashwood Park Retirement Village. A farewell for Nobby was held yesterday (Tuesday).

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

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DOMIGAN, Douglas Jeffrey (Jeff): On Sunday, September 9, 2018, peacefully at Hospice Marlborough. Just turned 90. Loved husband of the late Pat and father of Kay, and Garth. Loved father-in-law of Chris, and Terry. Loved grandad to Emma, Hannah, Janelle, and Lauren. Messages may be sent to PO Box 1, Tuamarina 7246. In lieu of flowers, a donation to St John would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to c/- PO Box 467, Blenheim 7240. A farewell service for Jeff will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, Blenheim, at 2.30pm on Wednesday September 12, followed by interment at Tuamarina Cemetery.

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

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We are seeking a Therapist to join our team Must have: • Must be fully qualified beauty therapist • Massage, deep tissue hot stone or reflexology experience would be welcomed • Professional & friendly manner • Reception experience • A team player with strong work ethic • Must be flexible with hours to accomodate our late nights & Saturday’s Email your CV to info@marlboroughmedispa.com or call us on 03 5728478

WE’RE RECRUITING! ARE YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW LOOKING FOR AN OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN OUR AWESOME TEAM IN MARLBOROUGH? Due to our ongoing growth we’re currently recruiting for :

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The Awatere River Wine Company is based in the Awatere Valley in Marlborough and is focused on making high quality varietal wines. We are a young company, and growing fast.

Due to our ongoing expansion we are seeking expressions of interest for the role of Vineyard Operator

Our ideal candidate will possess:

The Awatere River Wine Company is based in the Awatere Valley in Marlborough and is focused on making high quality varietal wines. We are a young company, and growing fast.

Due to continued growth we are looking for an Assistant Vineyard Manager to join our Awatere based team. This is a hands-on role and involves operational management over multiple vineyard sites.

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Understanding and ability to work flexible hours from time to time throughout the viticulture year

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A driver’s license is essential for this role. All onsite training will be given. Competitive pay rates and other benefits will be discussed at interview and will depend on experience of successful candidate. Only people eligible to work in this country should apply for this position. Please provide evidence of your work visa or citizenship.

In return you’ll get to exercise autonomy and creativity in a rewarding environment. If you are ready to branch out we would love to hear from you today.

This is a full-time, permanent position with remuneration being commensurate with experience. Only people eligible to work in this country should apply for this position. Please provide evidence of your work visa or citizenship.

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To find out more about the role or to apply please contact Lloyd at: Lloyd@sapor.co.nz

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• Following all safety procedures, ensuring proper PPE, incident reporting, etc • Supervision of seasonal workers • Mulching, spraying, trimming, plucking, and general maintenance of the vines • Trellis and irrigation maintenance • Harvest operations • Working as part of a team • Other duties as directed

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Applications close 28 September

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Indevin Group is a leading winemaking facility with wineries and vineyards in Marlborough, Gisborne and Hawkes Bay New Zealand. We provide innovative wine solutions for global retailers.

We’re a 100% New Zealand owned (and proud of it), fast growing, dynamic company looking for a Permanent Cellar Supervisor at our Marlborough Winery.

Although preference will be given to applicants with proven experience in a fast-paced Winery, attitude, motivation and a willingness to learn are just as important. To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate the following skills and attributes Interest, and/or experience in Winery production methods; • A team player with a strong work ethic and motivation “can do - will do” attitude; • Practical, physically fit and reliable; • Flexibility to work additional or irregular hours; • Improvement focused; • A sense of humour; In exchange for your hard work and dedication we are offering: • Competitive remuneration package; • Our commitment to invest in you - through ongoing training so you can build and grow your skills and knowledge; • Opportunity to contribute to a growing successful Marlborough Winery; All successful applicants will be required to undergo and pass a Pre-employment Drug and Alcohol test in accordance with the Indevin Drug and Alcohol Policy. Only people eligible to work in this country may apply for this position.

We are a family. We’re passionate about what we do. We love wine, sharing our knowledge and making Indevin an inspiring place to work. If you are interested in joining our team then we want to hear from you, please email your CV and Cover Letter to work@indevin.com Applications close Friday 14th September 2018 To find out more about Indevin visit our website www.indevin.com Unique • Pioneering • Pragmatic

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Hard work is the key to Tri success

By Peter Jones, Sport Tasman Preparing properly for any sport can be a challenge, but training for a pursuit that incorporates three unique disciplines takes commitment and organisation to a whole new level.

Fortunately, Marlborough triathlete Connor Guillemot thrives on hard work and structure. The 17-year-old Marlborough Boys’ College student, who is competing for New Zealand at the current ITU World Triathlon Grand Final champs in Australia, has adopted a relentless training schedule, involving 10-12 training sessions a week.

It goes like this: Monday: a 45-60 minute, hard-to-moderate run.

Tuesday: morning - a 3km swim, beginning 7am “on the dot”; afternoon - a 1-2 hour cycle, either on a wind-trainer or with the mountain biking group.

Wednesday: morning – a fast/interval swim training beginning at 6.30am; afternoon - a 40-50 minute endurance run. Thursday: morning - a 7am one hour swim session; afternoon – an endurance swim, plus a cycle ride to work.

Friday: a rest and recovery

day. Saturday: afternoon - a 45-minute run, immediately followed by a 2km pool swim. Sunday: morning - a 60-100km road cycle ride.

Mixing this schedule with the demands of Year 13 schoolwork, part-time work, plus time with friends and family could be an organisational nightmare, but Connor prides himself on his ability to plan his days effectively.

“It helps to have a structure … you have to be independent as a triathlete,” Connor says, stressing that being able to organise his time effectively is a critical asset in his chosen sport.

So what has driven this young man to put himself through such a rigorous, disciplined regime at an age when most teens are hanging out, rather than hanging tough on the roads, hills or in the water?

“It started out as me just enjoying what I was doing, then I went into competition and now it is a passion,” Connor says.

“You get this feeling inside you when you are racing that you just want to beat whoever is in front of you … it’s hard to explain that feeling.”

When Connor discovered cross-country running,

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Whitehead Park bowls Results from recent bowls matches played at Whitehead Park.

September 5: 1st John McCarthy, Diane Blee, Pauline Bailey; 2nd Kelvin Chapman, Ian McEldowney, Barry MacDonnell; 3rd, Kingsley Schroder, Reg Sager, Ali Mahoney.

September 8 and 9, Gascoinge Wicks mixed triples: 1st John McCarthy, Bev Newell, Brian Newell; 2nd Wayne Rudolf, John Smith, Helen McIsaac; 3rd Roberta Marshall, Reg Sager, Sandra Bunt.

Coming events: Saturday September 15, NZVT Prostate Cancer open mixed sixes.

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Marlborough multisport athlete Connor Guillemot shows the way during the national schools aquathon champs in Nelson earlier this year.

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aged nine, he was hooked.

He advanced to club duathlons with the Marlborough Multisport Club, where he met his current coach and mentor, Mark Grammer.

“I got introduced to swimming by Mark and from there jumped onto his cycling bunches and running training group – so just progressed from there into triathlon,” he said.

Late last year he finished 19th in the under-19 section of the Future ChampioNZ Triathlon Festival at Taupo, ninth in the under-16 section of the NZ schools tri champs, won the Tasman secondary schools duathlon champs and the five-race Marlborough duathlon series, plus set a course record in the MBC cross country.

Now he has set his sights

Red team - Will McGruddy Sponsor - Dean Blacklaws Logging To start I would like to thank my sponsor Dean Blacklaws Logging. The long and the short of it is, without the sponsors these events wouldn’t happen.

I am the proud business owner of Will Power Electrical and last year sponsored my partner Michelle ‘El Chapo’ Chapman for the first Fight for Life Education here in Marlborough.

This year I decided again to sponsor a boxer but also the opportunity presented itself to get in the ring and I jumped at the chance.

To physically and mentally push yourself can be both challenging and very rewarding.

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The basic fundamentals of nutrition, exercise and how to look after yourself are the foundations that Life Education teaches the children that are lucky enough to get to see this wonderful team in their school.

Thanks to the awesome Red Team members that help to push each other along, Mike our coach from Smack Fitness, Darren and the guys who help out and Michelle the Red Team manager.

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The Sun will be profiling each Fight For Life competitor in the lead up to the big event on September 29.

on a strong showing at the worlds, which he qualified for with a top six finish in the trials at Pegasus, near Christchurch.

The world champs started today on the Gold Coast and go through to Sunday, with Connor competing in the under-19 elite section, around a sprint triathlon 750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run - course.

Pigeon race results Good returns and fast times were the order of the day when Blenheim’s racing pigeons were liberated at Cheviot on Saturday. The birds quickly settled to their task and cleared the race point en mass and with the good weather conditions fairly fast times were expected.

The winning birds arrived at the Two Fishers loft with the good speed of 78.8 km/hr, close behind Chris Bensley with 78 km/hr followed by the Renwick lofts of Ian McColm on 77 km/ hr and Alister Cooper 75 km/hr then George Massie at Picton doing 72 km/hr.

Results from recent matches played at the Picton Golf Club.

September 1, monthly mug: Anthony Booker 67; Jock Mannington 67; Nick Wright 68; Leigh Somerville-Smith 70; Jeff Pascoe 70.

September 4, Madsen Memorial Cup: Jian Gabara 78; Ricky Ashworth 80; Dido Harper 81.

September 6, stableford: Mike Ashworth 42; Jeff Pascoe 38; Ian Molloy 37; Gary Aldridge 37. September 7, 9 hole stableford: Heather Smith, Mary Butler 1st; Judy Jones, Joan Gabara 2nd.

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

Saturday, mens stableford: Mike Gardiner 44; Blue Arthur 40; Brent Baker 37; Brian Yarrall 36; Alf VanderHulst 35; Chris Fitzgerald 35; Murray Belk 34; Jim Finlay 34; Ross Agnew 33.

Fairweathers Prize NTP 6/15: Brent Baker. Geoffrey T Sowman Prize 9/18 NTP for 2: Phil Starkey.

Marlborough beat Nelson Correction Marlborough beat Nelson Seddon Shield back in Marlborough.

In our story on Friday on page 15, we said “Tom captained the Marlborough side which won the shield from Buller in 1959.

The story should have said Nelson not Buller. Marlborough beat Nelson 14-13.

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