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Yesterday’s grand opening was quite the ‘to-do’ for Fashionistas. That’s me in the photo in my fanciest fancy suit, looking quite swish, even if I do say so myself. Oh, and that’s the Mayor, Alistair

Sowman, in the background cutting the ribbon. But check out my attire, mum made it especially, style in every strand. Ah yes, the day was fab. I have to admit, I’m loving all the attention.

It has taken a year to build the supermaket, so everyone had a decent amount of time to plan his or her outfi t for the event. Not everyone was fully prepared however, celebrity

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STICKMAN with normal features and could really be anyone”. No current suspects as there are a lot of legs to this case. More information will be released once the man’s identity has been pieced together.

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Paul refused to come on stage and accept his meaty meat pack prize. He was adamant he didn’t look or sound anything like me – that man has such a big ego. Lets be honest though, no one could ever come close to resembling me. I’m one of a kind.

It’s surprising the supplier wasn’t caught sooner. Most of those he gave IDs to looked nothing like the photos used. A 16-year-old girl got into a bar using the picture of a 65-year-old man! Fake IDs are bad kids, you’ll be able to go out dancing and get funky and all that stuff soon enough.

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Old chap celebrates his win at the Blenheim Bowling Club by streaking across the lawn. He managed to take his clothes off while keeping hold of his stick and hobble away from the security guards at lightning speed. Such an act has earned him a place in this fine publication.

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Teachers have come to the conclusion that Hangman is a game of pure evil. Parents need to draw the line with their children and encourage them to play other games like Pick Up Sticks, or Pictionary, or those other hip ones. Also, if you see a man who looks like the Hangman man, do not try to hang him. Don’t make me put on my angry face.

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Warning: don’t read on if you don’t like yuck stuff, or if you’re little (in age not height). A dismembered male has been found in a sandpit. Chief constable Stickman said the man is “average looking,

style journalists had a field day with Miss and Mrs Sticklady wearing the same outfit. Yikes, that’s embarrassing. The new PAK’nSAVE has nine nifty self-scan checkouts, fabulous free wifi,

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MEET MARK ELKINGTON AND ANDREA BOOCK, THE COUPLE WHO STARTED IT ALL Having previously owned Blenheim New World, they jumped at the chance to open a brand new PAK’nSAVE in the area. Andrea grew up surrounded by groceries with her grandfather Bill Boock owning a Four Square in Dunedin. She is excited to put her experience and understanding of supermarkets into practice with the first PAK’nSAVE to be opened in the Malborough region. You’ve probably seen Mark, Andrea and their four children around town. Mark spent a lot of time at the Harlequins Rugby Club as chairman for five years. As Malborough locals they are looking forward to giving more to the community by opening the new PAK’nSAVE.

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Selling $10.8m ticket ‘surreal’ By Chris Tobin The owners of the Lotto shop which sold a $10.8m Powerball winning ticket say the experience has been surreal. “To think of all the tickets that are sold – in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch – and the ticket pops out of our machine,” Peter Mattthews of Redwood Lotto, said. The $10.8 million Blenheim Lotto winners checked their prize ticket on Monday morning, but not at the Mr Matthews’ shop which Mr Matthews owns with his wife Claire. The identity of the winning couple is also not known. Lotteries Commission spokesperson Emilia Mazur said she was unsure of which Marlborough shop the couple had checked their winning ticket. Continued page 6.

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Luck of the Irish on Sunday By Kat Duggan Saint Patrick’s Day was a success for Blenheim pubs, despite it being a Sunday. Paddy Barry’s Irish Pub owner, Paul McElhinney, said it had been a great day for them. “It was really good, just a really nice mixed day, ‘cause it was a Sunday, there was lots of good food.” Biddy Kate’s Irish Bar owner Terry Sloan said they had had a similar day, with lots of people coming in earlier for food. “It was great, there was a real good turn out, it was busy all day. I wasn’t sure what to expect with it being a Sunday but it was really good, the highland dancers were brilliant.” Mr Sloan added that the live music, by Mapua based singer Damon Ward, had been a success, “some of the Irish dancers kept dancing to the live music after their Andrew Fogg, Sarah Panky, Jack (front), Ryan and dad Kevin Pankey dress up to celebrate St Patrick’s performance, the crowd loved it.” day at Paddy Barrys on Sunday.

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PAK’ n SAVE officially opens By Kat Duggan A crowd of at least 100 people eagerly awaited the opening of Blenheim PAK’ n SAVE yesterday morning. Blenheim mother, Chloe Rarity, was there early to take advantage of the low prices the new supermarket has to offer. “Coming from Christchurch I’ve shopped there all my life, it’s awesome, especially when you have a baby. And the owners are awesome too, I’m not gonna go anywhere else.” Many from all over the country attended the opening, including Foodstuffs CEO, Steve Anderson, who welcomed Blenheim locals to “the wonderful world of low prices.” Blenheim PAK’ n SAVE owners, Mark Elkington and Andrea Boock, who previously owned Blenheim New World, were excited to open the new store to the public. After acknowledging support from their Blenheim PAK’ n SAVE owners, Mark Elkingon, left, and Andrea management team, staff members, Robinson Boock, are excited to see their new supermarket officially opened Construction, who built the supermarket, famby mayor Alistair Sowman. ily, as well as loyal customers, Mr Elkington

Blenheim mother, Chloe Rarity, and her daughter Dakota, at the opening.

invited the public in. “Welcome to low prices, come on in,” he said. Malrborough Mayor Alistair Sowman declared the supermarket officially open at 9am, as he cut the yellow ribbon. Ms Boock said they had been “flat tack” all day. “It’s been outstanding, we’ve loved it, it’s been really really busy, half of Blenheim has come in for a look.”

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By Chris Tobin The Boyce family has been devastated by the loss of thousands of dollars of property in a fire which destroyed sheds behind their home at Riverlands on State Highway 1 early last Wednesday morning. “We’ve slaved our guts out for years and were getting to the stage of getting on top,” Kim Boyce said. “We bought a new lawnmower just before Christmas; that’s gone.” Husband Rob said three chainsaws, two freezers full of meat, bikes, power tools, a sewing machine, camping gear, heaters, toys, 12 chickens, garden implements, and more were lost in the blaze which was stopped before spreading to the family home. The Boyces rent the property and were not insured. “Rob had been laid off work through no fault of his own and has been off work for 14 weeks,” Mrs Boyce said. “We had to let the insurance go a couple of months ago.”

Well known Picton identity Reg Dawkins died aged 95 last Friday. His funeral service was held yesterday at Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Picton. In 1998 Mr Dawkins was awarded the Queen’s Service Medal for services to the community and he was nominated for the senior New Zealander of the Year award in 2010 and 2011. He was a member of many Picton organisations and a prominent sportsman in his youngers days having represented Marlborough at rugby and hockey.

Firefighting competition Marlborough rural firefighters will be converging on Rarangi for their annual competitions on Saturday. Eight teams have entered from Woodburne, Blenheim, Rarangi, Koromiko and Linkwater. The national championships are being held in Wainuiomata next month.

Robert Boyce, granddaughter Mekka, 3, daughter Kellanie, 18, and wife Kim with the sheds destroyed in a blaze at their home.

The fire began in a neighbour Don Palatchie’s shed with the possible cause being a battery charger. Mr Palatchie lost a digger, trailer and construction equipment in the fire. The Boyces were first alerted to the fire at 12.30am by a truck driver and a passerby on a bicycle. “I was shocked and disori-

ented,” Mrs Boyce said. The family managed to drag out motorbikes including a large BMW road bike from the sheds before it became too dangerous. They stood on the road and waited for the fire service to arrive. “It seemed to take a long time,” Mrs Boyce said,” but it must have only been a couple of minutes.

We admire the firemen for saving the house.” Mr Boyce estimated they could have lost $20,000 worth of materials in the blaze and would greatly appreciate any assistance. If people can help, the Boyces can be contacted by ringing 554 7033 or emailing collinsltd@ xtra.co.nz

Hospital petition response ‘huge’ The petition calling for the Nelson Marlborough District Health Board to retain existing services at Blenheim’s Wairau Hospital has taken off. Since the petition opened at the Sun at midday on Monday last week, more than 1000 people had come into the office to sign it. Organiser of the petition Jessica Bagge of

Save Our Services said the response had been “huge.” Hundreds of other people have also signed copies of the petition in Picton, Seddon, Renwick and other outlets around Blenheim. Ms Bagge said people had been confused that the online version of the petition also called for a donation. This was not true.

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Airport facilities stretched A survey of users of Marlborough Airport conducted for the airport company has revealed growing pressure on existing terminal facilities. Respondents suggested the terminal building was too often congested, especially when flights were delayed or when larger planes came in, and although 75% indicated the seats were comfortable, feedback comments suggested that seating was too often inadequate for the numbers waiting for flights. Marlborough Airport Limited (MAL) owned by the Marlborough District Council’s MDC Holdings, has been looking at the need to expand the current terminal building. MAL manager Dean Heiford said the survey findings support much of the planning

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the company has underway and the results confirm some of its priorities. The results would also be useful as the

company considered its longer term planning for expansion, he said. For example, a new flight information system is to be trialled at the terminal this month. Feedback also suggested a demand for some kind of separate lounge area and for reliable and cheap Wi-Fi within the terminal. Respondents suggested the baggage reclaim area should be under cover, that the airport café should be open longer hours and that flight information could be more clearly displayed. The airport company is also investigating the possibility of extending the free Wi-Fi system that the district council provides through the central shopping areas of

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Blenheim and Picton. A range of improvements to facilities and services at the airport will be considered in the wake of the results of the survey, conducted late last year. The survey drew 193 responses, just over half of them from businesspeople flying in and out of Marlborough. Mr Heiford said MAL will work closely with Air New Zealand and the other tenants and businesses based at the airport to ensure that planning could address their needs. He said MAL has already sought technical advice on future passenger flows and preliminary layout planning but the company wanted to study the results of the users’ survey before making major decisions.

Determined to succeed By Kat Duggan Blenheim girl, Sophie Lee, has just moved to Melbourne to study graphic design, with the help of a scholarship from the Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind. The 18-year-old, who last year completed five years at Marlborough Girls’ College, was born with a rare congenital condition, Persistent Hyperplastic Primary Vitreous, which left her blind in her right eye. Despite her condition, Sophie has always been interested in pursuing a career in graphic design, and says the lack of sight in her right eye has given her motivation to succeed. “Having the sight in my left eye is motivation for me I think to succeed in design and photography because I know I can’t take the sight I do have for granted. “I have always been really creative right from a young age. Growing up my dad would draw in his spare time and my mum would bake and sew. I think these things contributed to me following a creative path because they are some things I enjoy doing now too.”

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She decided on a course offered through Shillington College, which has campuses worldwide, and has based herself in Melbourne. Upon arriving in Australia, Sophie found out she was the recipient of a portion of the Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind’s Oppenheim Tertiary Trust money, which covers about half of her course costs, making a big difference to Sophie’s career. “Having help to pay for my studies is incredible, it means I can focus more on succeeding in design and dedicating my time to my studies and less time worrying about the money,” she said. Ne w fa cilit yo pen Apr il 8 !

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Mark Hones and Pauline Friend, left, took over nealy 60 kilograms worth of goods for Nichola and his family, while his support worker, Jean Rooney, right, continues to collect items to send to Vanuatu in a container next month.

Pulling together for Nichola By Kat Duggan Members of the Blenheim community have been banding together to help Vanuatuan man, Nichola Noapip to rebuild his Vanuatuan home. Earlier this year, The Sun published a story about Nichola, whose house was burned to the ground just before Christmas, while he was working here in Blenheim. Blenheim couple, Mark Hones and Pauline Friend, had booked a holiday in Vanuatu, and after seeing the article, decided they wanted to do something to help. “We had an allocation of 23 kilos of luggage, and the six of hand luggage, so I just went home one day and said ‘we’re never gonna take 60 kilos of luggage, why don’t we fill it up and get hold of someone, and get all the stuff, and we’ll take it

with us?’,” Mr Hones said. The couple had been disappointed by Air New Zealand, who, despite the situation, did not allow them to take an extra bag for the family. They urged anyone going to any of the islands to think about taking items for the people over there. “There’s no way that you can take nearly thirty kilos of luggage for just five days…so I just thought, anyone who goes to the islands, just take something, you can always find someone just walking along and you can say here, these are for you,” Mr Hones said. Back in Blenheim, Mr Noapip’s Pastoral Care Supporter, Jean Rooney, has been rallying around for funds, and any household items which would help the family rebuild.

They had so far received a number of items, including a double mattress, roofing iron, kid’s scooters, sewing machines, and bed linen, which would be sent over in a container early next month. Mrs Rooney thanked the Marlborough Community. She said people who wanted to make a donation to the Nichola Appeal Fund could do so at account number, 02-06000120516-066, or by calling her on 021893179. “I just won’t stop now, I just think we have this opportunity of a container, and so I want to carry on raising more money,” she said. The five men who allegedly burnt down Mr Noapip’s home are now in police custody in Vanuatu.

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The tin horses on Tinline Road near Pelorus Bridge have drawn the attention of many passersby. Photo by Pauline Gibson

Tin horses on Tinline Rd A reader sent the Sun this photo she took travelling through Pelorus recently and wondered who owned the roadside artwork. A few phone calls revealed Mike Edridge, a Pelorus contractor, is the owner and the draught horses and cart artwork is on his property on Tinline Road near State Highway 6.

“I’ve had them for a good while now; a year or two,” he said when contacted by the Sun. “A lot of people stop and look at them.” The horses and the drivers are made of corrugated iron. Mr Edridge added the cart. “I got the idea of harnessing them up from a neighbour who was a horse and cart man,” Mr

Edridge said. The horses and their drivers are the work of a Tirau man, Steve Clothier. His corrugated iron creations can be found up and down the country and especially in his hometown of Tirau. The town’s icon is a 6 metre high dog created by Mr Clothier.

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Express building up for sale The Marlborough Express building in Arthur Street, Blenheim, is up for sale. Grant Baxter of Bayley’s which is marketing the sale of the building and land, said no price had been set in mind. The government valuation of the building and land is $2.4 million of which $950,000 is made up of

the land value. If the site was to be developed, resource consent from the Marlborough District Council would be required for most economic activities other than printing and publishing. The property is being marketed as a suitable site for modern townhouses.

The deadline for the sale is 4pm Tuesday April 30 but Mr Baxter said the timeline in which the Express vacated had to be negotiated. “The Express could stay on for a period of time before finalising their plans.” The Express is taking up new premises in central Blenheim.

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Free WiFi for downtown Blenheim soon By Kat Duggan Residents and tourists in Blenheim will be able to access free wireless internet in downtown Blenheim from their laptops, tablets and smartphones from next month. Blenheim Ward councillor, David Dew, and Picton Ward councillor, David Oddie instigated the development, which has been available in Picton since late last year. “It’s another step we’ve been able to take to underline our ‘smart & connected’ economic policy direction for Marlborough,” said Cr Dew. He said free WiFi in the town centre of Blenheim should ease some of the pressure on the district library, where free internet access is used by many people. Marlborough Libraries chief librarian, Glenn Webster, said the library will have to watch and see how the new WiFi, which allows users an hour’s free access, will affect them.

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Minister of Transport Gerry Brownlee is to be made fully aware of Marlborough’s thoughts on the proposal to relocate the ferry terminal from Picton to Clifford Bay. A community consultation report summarising public submissions drawn from four meetings around Marlborough and written submissions have been sent to the minister by the Mayor of Marlborough Alistair Sowman. In his covering letter to the minister, Mr Sowman said the project had potentially large impacts on Marlborough and its neighbouring regions. He reiterated the Marlborough Distict Council’s formal request of mid-February, that the Government commissions a full, independent economic and social impact report on the proposal. The 56-page document includes the feedback from meetings held over three

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days in February plus community feedback received by the Council in email messages and telephone calls. “It’s a very clear message of concern from the people of Marlborough about the way this is being handled by central government; not all the feedback was negative but

the over-riding concern is the information vacuum,” Mr Sowman said. “People worry that the real impact on us at community level will be ignored.” The report was tabled at last Thursday’s council’s community and financial planning committee meeting where it was decided unanimously the report should be forwarded to the Government. Mr Sowman said the key issue identified through the consultation process was that the Government had, thus far, failed to consider the economic and social impact on the region even though this information should be a critical part of any analysis on the viability of the proposal. The mayor said his council and the community had major concerns around the loss of revenue to the people of Marlborough in the tourism sector and the supply chain businesses right across the region.

Lotto store winner Continued from page 1 The winners had also been unaware of their Lotto Powerball win until the ticket was run through the machine. “We’ve spoken to the winner and given them two options,” Ms Mazur said. “They can come to Wellington to claim it or they can claim it (the big win) remotely.” Mr Matthews said he was first made aware of the big win when his brother-in-law rang at 5.30am on Sunday morning.

The next biggest prize of the seven first division prizes the Matthews have sold since 1987, was for $1.5 million. This win was never claimed. The last division one winner they sold was in June last year – it was for $500,000. Mr Matthews said he knew all of his previous Lotto winners with the exception of the person with the unclaimed prize. “It’s not the luckiest shop in New Zealand,” he said of his outlet, “but we’re definitely the luckiest

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Going to Hanmer Springs for the weekend with the boyfriend after work on the Saturday. I’m excited for chocolate!

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I will be working Easter weekend, but I’m just gonna chill out on the Monday and Friday.

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Boaties on Wairau Dear Ed, I reckon David King on about power boats on the lower Wairau missed the point. Notices at the launching ramp on the south bank are not seen by people on the Wairau Bar road on the north bank. My letter was not so much a criticism of boaties being there

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Keep to the road code Dear Ed. Your article on pedestrian crossings by Kat Duggan on Wednesday March 13 will cause even more confusion among drivers. Constable Edwards is reported to have said that if a car had crossed the diamond painted on the road, the car had the right of way. This of course is wrong and the road code says something else. Also, those diamonds are not for the use of pedestrians for the very simple reason that they are not visible from a pedestrian’s perspective. Especially at night or rain or poor visibility or in colder parts of New Zealand when there is snow on the road. To keep repeating that cars have right of way over pedestrians on a crossing is exactly what makes drivers so aggressive and intolerant towards pedestrians. Drivers are required to keep to the road code at all times. If in doubt, a quick look in the rule book saves a lot of trouble. You’ll find everything you need to know to drive safely in the latest edition of the NZ Road Code, available for checking at the Public Library or on Internet at: www.nzdriving.com/road_code/sharing-road-withpedestrians.php and you’ll be surprised at what you can read about courtesy crossings too. Senior citizen

We have every right to hospital Dear Ed, I am age 92 and my own personal experience makes me certain that the citizens of this locality have every right to keep their hospital as it has been planned and carried out, and no reduction of services can be tolerated. Before it was extended I was raced there by St John’s Ambulance with pain assessed at 12 out of 10, but I had to remain lying in the ambulance bay all day, as, at that time there was no suitable bed available. Finally I was driven to Christchurch through the night. It was an experience I would not wish repeated on anyone. Recently I was rushed to A and E where the requirements to solve my problem were readily available and put in place. The majority of citizens here have met the demands required from the rates and taxes departments during their working life, believing quite rightly they could expect their needs in old age to be met. To arrange for that and then take it away cannot and should not be tolerated. The above is only one view point. What about our children who are working hard both indoors and outdoors, who are confident that medical support is available in case of an accident or illness and their babies and children will have health help available? It isn’t as if the road to Nelson is an easy highway To drive there is a challenge in itself. Since Blenheim Arthritis met the same fate, nothing has made up for those who were getting help and advice on the spot in Blenheim. I wish all those who are prepared to stand up and fight, strength to “Fight the Good Fight with All Their Might.” Marygold Miller, Blenheim

Deposit lost! Dear Ed, I am sorry ANZ but you do not “Live In Our World.” If you did you would know that some of your customers (who live out of town) will call in to invest money without making an appointment first. Unfortunately “Nobody” was available to see us on Friday. We walked around the corner to the BNZ. The two young ladies there went out of their way to help us. Well done BNZ you got our money. Irene Webster, Picton

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Always on the go Sun reporter Kat Duggan talks with Jennie Johnson at Johnson’s Barge Service Ltd. By Kat Duggan Jennie Johnson has a drive for life, and motivation which many would find tiring. The organiser behind the scenes at Johnson’s Barge in Havelock, Jennie has a dedication to the family business which would be hard to come by. “I reckon my office is fantastic. I never ever wake up and think, ‘oh I’ve gotta go to work today’. I never ever have that feeling. I’m always keen to get down here,” she said. As Jennie began to describe a day in her life, the phone rang for the fourth time in about 20 minutes; she pointed to the phone, laughed, and said, “like that. Our phone goes any time of the day or night seven days a week.” Jennie became involved in Johnsons Barge after marrying her husband, and co-owner and director Peter, who, with Jennie, became the third generation of the Johnson family to take over the business. “I had completely different ideas about what I’d do [in life], and then I met Pete, so that all changed. It’s funny what love does - but I don’t have any regrets. “I actually really enjoy the fact that I’ve had a much more practical life. I deal with men most of the time who are just so straight forward and problem solvers, and it’s good to be a part of that.” The company works all over the Pelorus Sound, and spends a lot of time heading back and fourth to d’Urville Island, carting all sorts of cargo, including sheep and cattle, and the business also specialises in mooring services. Jennie works in the office, making bookings, and arranging when and how they are going to cater for people all over the sounds, and as far away as Abel Tasman, but she doesn’t restrict

Jennie Johnson of Johnsons Barge

herself to the office. “I go out on the barge as much as I can, it keeps me in touch with what we do.” Her love of the outdoors, and hands on nature has seen Jennie complete the Coast to Coast twice as part of a team, and serve as a volunteer ambulance officer for 9 years. “I have my national certificate in ambulance practice, and spent 9 years working on the Havelock ambulance, it was exciting at times

but worrying at times too. I had some great experiences there, and I’m really pleased I did it,” she said. Jennie said she would look into going back to that sort of thing when she had more time. For now, in her spare time, Jennie is involved with the Havelock Theatre Company, which is currently putting together a production to take place toward the end of winter. Her immediate focus is to try and get one

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day off a week, to spend in her garden, which she loves doing, and also to try to strike a balance between work and life, for both herself and Peter. “It’s really hard, that’s the thing I think, for businesses that are run by a couple, it certainly has it’s challenges and the biggest one is sort of finding that work life balance, and we find it occasionally, but it doesn’t last long. Things get out of balance again.”

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Flaxbourne A&P show Weld Park, Ward - Sunday, March 24

A&P Show set to deliver fun and quirky By Celeste Lodewyk A bit of the old, new and even some quirky creations will be out on display for the public at Sunday’s Flaxbourne A&P Show. If you thought you had seen it all, prepare for something really unique - Wards’ first ever homebuilt, self propelled motorised couch competition. Competitors have been busy in their sheds installing small motors, steering wheels, wing mirrors and all the creature comforts of a couch. Entries for this competition cost $10 and will be taken on the day, and with the top prize sitting at $500 cash, organisers encourage as many people to get involved as possible. The winning couch will first be judged on comfort, style and accessories and secondly on its speed. Drivers must wear helmets. Another feature event will be the Iron Man Competition. But instead of speedos and swimming goggles, contestants will be showing their strength through pedal power and shearing skills. With four people in each team, one competitor must pedal a bicycle to power a shearing machine, while their team mate shears a sheep. They then must roll a ball of wool down to the shearing shed while the two remaining cut through a log with a cross cut saw. In addition to its competitions, Flaxbourne A&P Show promises to deliver a great day out in the

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Public urged to get flu jab Marlborough residents are being urged to get their annual influenza immunisation now, before the disease enters the community. Vaccine has arrived in GP surgeries across the Top of the South and now is the best time to be vaccinated as it can take up to two weeks from vaccination to develop immunity. Influenza is a serious illness with severe effects including hospitalisation, complications and even death. Influenza immunisation is free from a GP or nurse for New Zealanders at high risk of complications – pregnant women, people aged 65 and over, and for people of any age with long-term health conditions such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes, respiratory disease (including asthma), kidney disease and most cancers. On Monday last week Nelson Marlborough District Health Board (NMDHB) chief executive, Chris Fleming received his vaccination as part of the DHB staff influenza vaccination programme and said, “It is

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Saturday, March 16 · At 3.10am a 27 year old male beneficiary was arrested for breaching his bail. · At 9.20pm a 27 year old unemployed male was arrested on Maxwell Rd for breaching his bail conditions. · At 10pm a 40 year old female was detained in police custody as she was to intoxicated to look after herself. She was released when sober. · At 10.38pm a 24 year old male vineyard worker was arrested at a Weld St address and charged with assault after a dispute with his partner. · At 11.35pm a 19 year old butcher was arrested for obstructing Police in Howick

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important for everyone in our organisation to act responsibly and make every effort to protect themselves, their families and patients who are at most risk of complications by getting this immunisation. “Influenza can affect anyone, no matter how fit, active and healthy they may be.” Immunisation is available, for a small

charge, for adults under 65 years of age and children six months and over at GP surgeries. Also ask about after hours options for receiving vaccination if you cannot attend during the week. Many employers provide free vaccination for their employees. The free influenza vaccination season will end on July 31, 2013.

Rd. He received a pre-charge warning and was released.

Incidents & accidents · A BBQ gas cylinder was taken from the fenced off Howick Rd property overnight on the 16/03/13. Nothing else was taken from the property, Police inquires are continuing. · A rear window was smashed and the window opened at a property in Eva Cres on the night of the 16/03/13. Entry was not gained to the address and occupier was unaware of the incident until the following morning.

Sunday, March 17

· At 12.10am a 17 year old male was caught breaking into a motor vehicle by the owner of the vehicle. He has been charged with unlawfully getting into a motor vehicle. · At 12.55am a 17 year old male was arrested for breaching the liquor ban. He was released a short time later with a pre-charge warning. · At 1.20am a 24 year old male soldier was arrested on Kinross St for disorderly behaviour after a incident inside the Loft was taken outside. He received a pre-charge warning and was released when sober. · At 2.45am a 17 year old male vineyard worker was arrested on Kinross St for breaching his bail after being found intoxicated in violation of his court bail conditions.

Goods needed for garage sale By Kat Duggan Blenheim Playcentre is appealing to the public for donations of any saleable goods for their garage sale this Saturday. The playcentre is holding a garage sale to raise funds for the redevelopment of their Outdoor Learning Environment, at a cost of $40,000$60,000, with well over $20,000 still to be raised through fundraising, charitable donations and grants. The new outdoor area will include a 3 level sandpit, a water play area, an all weather surface track for bikes, wagons, running and walking, wilderness areas and a sensory garden. Donations for the garage sale can be dropped at Blenheim Playcentre, Monday to Friday between 9.15 and 11.45am, at 17 Eltham Road, and in some instances goods can be collected. The sale will be taking place on the Whitney Street School grounds on Saturday March 23, between 9am and 12pm. For more information call the Blenheim Playcentre on 03 577 5216. W h e n o n ly t h e b e s t W i l l d o !

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Add Mikey’s to ‘must visit’ list Mikey’s Bar in Picton should be at the top of every local’s ‘to visit’ list. A fenced courtyard where children can play and parents can relax, a multi faceted functions room, hugely popular karaoke nights and a mouth watering menu. Haven’t visited yet? Mikey’s Bar has been in Picton for around 20 years and in July last year, after the premises had been vacated a month earlier, local couple Kevin and Jan Colville took up a challenge and set up their current Bar & Restaurant business. “We were looking for a new challenge and because we had previously owned a pub in Canterbury, the opportunity was too good to pass up,” Kevin says. Having lived in Picton for six years, the couple recognized the bar’s potential so they quickly set about creating something for the locals to enjoy. “We have such a beautiful feature here and we want to make it shine. The location and Open 1 1am

building, it all works so well so we want to make it something that the local community can use to its full potential. “Our unique, fenced, outdoor courtyard is great to relax in and it flows into our function room, providing additional dining space. A cosy log fire ensures continued comfort for guests during the cooler months,” Jan says. What makes Mikey’s Bar a favourite amongst customers is the staff’s approach to customer service. “We have been fortunate to have enthusiastic staff who together share their knowledge of our local area and skills of their trade to make a great team. “All our staff are out talking and have a yarn with customers, and it’s not uncommon to see Kevin on either side of the bar as well,” Jan laughs. “We have got to know a lot of people this way, and our staff are always striving to meet the needs of all customers, tourists or locals alike,” Kevin adds.

Kevin and Jan Colville welcome you to Mikey’s Bar and Restaurant

Located at 18 High Street in Picton, Mikey’s Bar is open seven days a week. It also has an 18 machine gaming room facility with Jackpot, Sky TV playing all the big sports games, Super 15 Rugby picks and

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Many Picton locals will tell you how much they enjoy Mikey’s Bar karaoke nights. Picton entertainer Jackie Swanson (above), of Great Soundz Karaoke, has been running regular karaoke nights which have grown in popularity since they began last year. “We run fun, relaxed and non competitive evenings where everyone, including the staff gets a chance to sing and become a star,” she says. A Picton business owner herself, Jackie says she has Kevin and Jan to thank for the success of her karaoke

business. “We launched around the same time as the bar and the support of Kevin, Jan and all the staff has been nothing short of amazing. Great Soundz Karaoke entertains most Saturday nights and can also include fun themes. On April 20 in the Federal Lounge there will be a 50’s and 60’s karaoke night. The room will be decorated in theme and everyone is encouraged to dress up. There will be spot prizes for best outfits on the night.

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Mouth watering is one word customers have used to describe meals enjoyed at Mikey’s Bar. One aspect of their menu that owners Kevin and Jan are particularly proud of is their fresh quality produce. “We had one tourist who recently told us the meal they had was the best they had eaten since arriving in New Zealand,” says Kevin. From light meals through to hearty roasts and dreamy hot chocolate puddings there is something to tempt everyone. What is more a new winter menu will be available from April which will feature $14 roast meals.

Complimenting your meal is a wide selection of local wines and on tap are Tui, Tui Dark, Export, Speights, DB, Wild Buck and Honesty Box Cider. Kevin recommends… The hugely popular ‘real fish’ bites. A light meal or dish for children. Main: Prime rib-eye Angus beef steak served with salad and fries (vege in winter) or creamy seafood chowder with big chunks of seafood. Dessert: Hot chocolate self saucing pudding. Mikey’s Bar is open seven days a week. Dining hours for restaurant meals is from 11am - 9pm and the bar has a licence till late and offers a bar food menu.

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Book a function Mikey’s Bar will be hosting its first wedding on Easter Saturday. “Our Federal Lounge and Courtyard will be transformed amazingly, will be colourful and full of romance,” says Jan. Weddings are only one example of private functions which can be held at Mikey’s Bar. Birthdays, conferences, meetings and work get-togethers - you name it, they can all be catered for. The bar’s kitchen is large and can cater for special events and in the Federal

Lounge there is a full bar, a stage and lighting and it can be decorated to suit any occasion or theme. “The Federal Lounge will be open to the public for FREE viewing from Monday, April 1 through to Friday April 5 from 5pm to 8pm daily. “Each visitor will go into a special gift draw,” Jan says. We welcome any enquiry either in person or phone to (03) 573 5164 to speak to the Duty Bar Manager, or contact Kevin and Jan Colville on 0272846067.

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Child Cancer Street Appeal “Beads of Courage Day” - Friday 22nd March The Child Cancer Foundation has mission to ensure every child and their family walking the child cancer journey will never feel alone. It aims to do this by reducing the impact of cancer, through offering support, information

and care for children and families affected by child cancer. The initiative was started in 1978 by a group of concerned parents and health professionals, who formed a small Auckland based committee, who

dedicated their time to looking at the special needs of children with cancer and their families. 35 years on, the organisation now has 22 branches, in six different regions throughout New Zealand

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How we can help The Child Cancer Foundation receives no government funding, so it relies on fundraising and the generosity of the New Zealand public. Kiwi’s can help the foundation, through: • Making a one-off, or ongoing donation • Making and donating beads of courage • Becoming a sponsor • Hosting, or being involved in a fundraising event • Gifting a bead or star of courage through a donation • Getting behind the Beads of Courage Street Appeal during March 18-24 • Joining, organising or supporting a head shaving fundraisers • Purchasing products from the foundation’s online shop • Becoming a volunteer for the Child Cancer Foundation • Getting your local school/s involved

in fundraising events. Although treatment for Child Cancers is free to the families and sometimes Health Boards assist with travel, the foundation assists with their other costs. In Marlborough we support our families financially with such things as grocery and petrol vouchers, assisted technology, luggage, counselling and other support agencies. All our members in Marlborough are involved with supporting in a social, caring and understanding way. Most have first had hand knowledge of the trauma child cancers can bring to a family. They are a very committed group of people, with several of them being responsible for starting the foundation in Blenheim some 25 years ago. Contact the Marlborough Child Cancer Foundation chairperson, Nanette Buchanan-Brown, on 03 574 1128, or Marlborough volunteer parent support worker, Trish Hildyard, on 03 577 5323, for more information on how you can help.

“The power of many. The strength of one”

Late last year Picton’s Dolphin Watch Ecotours made it possible for Marlborough’s child cancer families to go on a dolphin enocounter in the Marlborough Sounds, stopping at Fish Bay for lunch. Marlborough Child Cancer Foundation chairperson, Nanette Buchanan-Brown said the families had a ball.

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Child Cancer Street Appeal “Beads of Courage Day” - Friday 22nd March

Collecting for child cancer

March is Child Cancer appeal month, and this week volunteers will be collecting donations for the Child Cancer Foundation. Marlborough volunteers will be on the streets and at supermarkets from Thursday March 21, until Saturday March 23. Wairau Valley Tavern will also be doing their bit, hosting a head shave for child cancer on Friday night from 7.30pm. Wairau Valley woman, Denise Law, has volunteered to shave her head for the cause, and has so far raised more than $600 with the help of her family. Despite her apprehension about the head shave,

Family support workers for the foundation provide families with: • Support in hospital, at home and in the community • Information and resources relating to child cancer • Support groups to connect families • Access to Child Cancer Foundation Family Places, activities and programmes • Some financial assistance through difficult times • Assistance with back to school transition

Ask Amcal first The team at Springlands Pharmacy take pleasure in supporting the Child Cancer Appeal Springlands Pharmacy OPEN 7 DAYS Phone: 03 578 2271 9AM-6PM 131 Middle Renwick Road, Blenheim

Denise is determined to go through with the event, which she was been talking about since midway through last year. nce with us “I’m starting to wonder if I’m really doing this, but B ou Bouncy castles & it grows back, there are a lot of people in a much slides for Hire worse predicament, and kids seem to bare the brunt of it,” she said. PH: 03 570 2269 Denise has been trying to grow her hair for the www.bouncewithus.co.nz occasion, not having had a hair cut in eight months, and will be accepting donations right up until the shave takes place. Anybody interested in making a donation Partcan of your drop it in to the Wairau Valley Tavern on Main Road COMMUNITY Wairau Valley.

How our support helps Money raised by the Child Cancer Foundation is put towards funding the many services the organisation provides.

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In response to a need in the community, Geoffrey T Sowman Funeral Directors have opened the Sowman Lounge – a new 6 Nelson Street, Blenheim • (03) 578 0374 www.classicgates.co.nz area ideal for get togethers after the funeral. • Coordination and a linkreception to other agencies and The Sowman Lounge is in the family home once occupied by community support groups Rita and Geoffrey Sowman for many years while Geoffrey ran • Advocacy for the specialtheneeds children withIt was officially opened recently funeralof business next door. cancer and their families by their three sons, Terry, Philip and Alistair Sowman, who also worked for the family business over the years. The foundation also hasThe a Sowman symbolic initiative, Lounge and the adjacent Mayfield Chapel are set prize winning which acknowledges theamid strength andgardens. courage

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In response to a need in the community, Geoffrey T Sowman Funeral Directors have opened the Sowman Lounge – a new reception area ideal for get togethers after the funeral. The Sowman Lounge is in the family home once occupied by Rita and Geoffrey Sowman for many years while Geoffrey ran the funeral business next door. It was officially opened recently by their three sons, Terry, Philip and Alistair Sowman, who also worked for the family business over the years. The Sowman Lounge and the adjacent Mayfield Chapel are set amid prize winning gardens. Sowmans’ extra care service also includes: • • • •

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www.tangosshoes.co.nz Here is a beautiful story of love and strength shared by the Child Cancer Foundation. Four-year-old Anouk Collins has had a little guardian angel at her side throughout her journey with neurofibromatosis – her precious twin sister Katia. Katia has shared her hospital bed, sat with her through nausea and wiped her face while she falls asleep. The Papamoa twins were always close, but after Anouk fell sick their bond become even stronger.

Anouk was diagnosed with neurofibromatosis, a condition where nerve tissue grow tumours. She developed an optic glimoa, (a tumour behind one of her eyes), and recently finished a year of chemotherapy. She is now being monitored every three or four months. “The girls have always been close, sleeping beside each other, but this has brought them even closer.” Anouk has coped remarkably well with her treatment and is now back at daycare. What a gorgeous team!

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Wednesday March 20, 2013

St Patrick’s Day was a success for local pubs on Sunday, The Sun was at Paddy Barrys.

 Nearly two years old, Lucy is all dressed up for St Patrick’s Day with mum Aimee and her Aunty Doris.

Top team Marlborough

 Riverlands School students, Alexandra Henderson, left, Hinewai Bell, and Lea Shanks take a break at Top Team Marlborough on Sunday.

 Lindy Valente performs on the melodica at Paddy Barrys. Lindy and her husband Ron are the Gypsy Pickers band.

 Getting into the the St Patrick’s theme are Richard Williams and Aimee Silcock.

Top Team Marlborough 2013 took place at Lansdowne Park on the weekend, with 19 teams taking part.

, rdiner, left, Tini Andrews Mad Scientists, Anna Ga  Springlands School’s e Thompson. Arielle Mackie and Franki

Teddy Bears Picnic, Oliver Park

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Marlborough Playcentres held a Teddy Bears Picnic on March 6, which was a fundraiser for Plunket appeal week.

 Hayden Ditfort, 3, left, and Dakota enjoying themselves.

d nths, sits with a large size  Christian Lordan, 10 mo teddy bear.

 Hunter Nicholls, Luke Kenyon, and

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 Corbinian Merkle, 3, fou nd treasure hunt at the picnic some treasure during the .

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The Community Noticeboard is for non-profit organisations. For $10.00 you can publish up to 25 words. No AGMS, sporting notices or special meetings. Community Notices must be prepaid. Call into our office at 72 High Street, Blenheim

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Free Ageing Well Seminar. Its not all downhill when you reach 60...positive ageing. Thursday 21st March 1pm at Wesley Centre Auditorium. Enquiries Phone Age Concern 5793457 Hospice Shop, Redwoodtown

Crazy Clothing Sale. All summer clothing half marked price at the Hospice Shop and the Discount Shop Redwoodtown. Phone 579 4686

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Advocacy Service. Our Advocates will take up your cause to ensure your rights are respected, listen to your concerns and support you in the actions you want to take to gain resolution. Ph: 579 5304 or call at Level 2, Aorere House, 54 Scott St.

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Steve Bagley Archaeologist with DOC will be speaking about the Archaeological survey of Molesworth. 2pm March 24th Riverside Railway at Brayshaw Park. Gold coin entry.

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death notices

DAWKINS, Reginald Gerald QSM: On March 15 2013, peacefully , at Maxwell Care Home Blenheim, surrounded by his family. In his 96th year. Most dearly loved husband and companion of the late Kay, beloved Dad (Reggie) and father-in-law of John and Maureen (Christchurch), Paula and Joe (Nelson), Lindsay and Adele, Shelley and Rod (Darwin), Andrew and Kim (Waiuku), adored Grandpa and great Grandpa of all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers donations to Kaipupu Point Sounds Wildlife Sanctuary Picton would be appreciated, P O Box 186 Picton 7250. Messages to 7 Bryant Place Picton. G EO FFR E Y T S OW M A N B L E N H EI M F DA N Z Ph 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

CAMERON, Iva Mirriam (nee Topp): On March 15 2013, peacefully, at Ashwood Park Retirement Village. Aged 83 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Dick, loved mother and mother-in-law of Paul and Joan (Nelson), Sandra and Rodney (Wellington) and the late Peter John, much loved Nana of Angela, and Ben; Lyndon and Drina, Jacob and Amanda; and Aaron and Paula, Jamiee, Alisha, and Stacey and great Nana of Saraia. Messages to the Cameron family, 24 Elmwood Ave Blenheim 7201. A service for Iva will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson & Parker Sts, at 1 pm Wednesday March 20 followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium. G EO FFR E Y T S OW M A N B L E N H EI M F DA N Z Te l 0 3 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

ANDREWS, Lewis Martin (Lew): On Monday 18 March 2013 at Ashwood Park Retirement Village Blenheim. In his 93rd year. Dearly loved husband of Norma, loved father and father-in-law of Kay and Bill Handisides (Ross), Robert and Karen (Christchurch), David (deceased) and Brenda (Christchurch), Philip and Sandie (NSW), Sandy and Malcolm Weusten (Blenheim), Keith Mauger (Christchurch) and Annette Bachop (Christchurch) and loved grandad and great grandad of all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Messages to 16 Terence Thomas Cr Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers a donation to St John would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to P O Box 467 Blenheim 7240 . A funeral service for Lew will be held at St Christopher’s Anglican Church Weld St Blenheim at 3 pm Thursday March 21 followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium. A memorial service will be held in Christchurch at a date to be advised. G EO FFR E Y T S OW M A N B L E N H EI M F DA N Z Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz BERRY, Donald James: On March 16 2013, peacefully, at Bethsaida Rest Home Blenheim. Aged 87 years. Loved husband of the late Valmai, dearly loved father and father-in-law of Margaret and the late Graham Dick (Richmond), and Noeline and Clem McAlister, special Grandad of Merodie Wright, Joanne and Steffan Eden and Poppa of Caitlin Wright and Noah Eden. Special thanks to all the staff of Bethsaida Rest Home for their love and care of Don. Messages to 1A Cashmere Grove Blenheim 7201. At Don’s request a private cremation has been held. G EO FFR E Y T S OW M A N B L E N H EI M F DA N Z Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz LESLIE, Zena Catherine (nee Beech): At Wairau Hospital, Blenheim, Aged 88 years. Widow of J.E. Curry (Oamaru), mother of Jenny (Waikato), Gavin (Christchurch) and Raymond (N.S.W.) Thanks to the quality teams at Wairau Hospital and Seaview Home Picton. Messages may be sent to the family C/- 6 Huia St Picton. A private cremation has been held. G EO FFR E Y T S OW M A N B L E N H EI M F DA N Z Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz CAMERON, Iva Mirriam (nee Topp): Sister of the late Jimmy, Shirley, the late June, Phyllis, Ian, Rodger, Jackie, Heather, Peter and the late Lynette. G EO FFR E Y T S OW M A N F U N ER A L D I R EC TO R S

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HOLMWOOD, Graham David: On March 15 2013, peacefully, at home in Picton, surrounded by his family. Aged 73 years. Much loved husband of the late Rowena, dearly loved father and father-in-law of David, Eric and Keri, and Nikki, loved Poppa of Oliver; Alysha, Cassidy, and Jackson, loved brother of Jen, the late Rick and the late Hugh and loved partner of Anne-Marie. Messages to Holmwood family P O Box 110 Blenheim 7240. No flowers by request please but donations to Hospice Marlborough would be appreciated and may be left at the service or sent to P O Box 411 Blenheim 7240. GEO FFR E Y T SOW M A N FDA NZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz FERGUSON, Frances Molly (Molly): Passed away in Blenheim on March 14 2013. In her 92nd year. Loved wife of the late Ian, loved and respected mother and motherin-law of Suzanne and Edward Sands (Auckland), John and Pauline (Kaiapoi), Keith, Yvonne and Reg Edwards (Mandeville), Brent and Di (Nelson), Bev Hanson and Steve Angus, and Robyn and Murray Butt. Treasured nana of her 19 grandchildren, 45 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. Messages to 10A Gaylee Place Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers Molly has requested for people to make donations to Hopsice Marlborough and sent to P O Box 411 Blenhem 7240. FERGUSON, Frances Molly (Molly): Passed away in Blenheim on March 14 2013. In her 92nd year. Loved sister of Ken Hammond (Tauranga), the late Tom Hammond, Joan Johnson, and the late Rona Fisher, and loved sister-in-law of Merle Ferguson, the late Cyril, Lindsay, and Edna. Sadly missed. G EO FFR E Y T S OW M A N B L E N H EI M F DA N Z Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

acknowledgement DIXON, Pamela Rose (Pam) March 8, 2013. Bayden, Sharon and family would like to thank all those who supported us in our time of sorrow. To the wonderful staff at Wairau Hospital. The Proprietor and Staff at the Woodbourne Tavern for their generousity and help. To everyone please accept this as a personal acknowledgement.

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Two positions (Could be combined) 1 OSCAR Holiday SupeRviSOR. Aproximately 42.5 hours per week during school holidays (up to 10weeks a year) 2 After School Supervisor Year 4-8 students, up to 20 hours a week, during term. Do you like working with children aged 8-13? Are you energetic, creative and enthusiastic? Then we want to hear from you! For this rewarding position, the successful applicants need experience in working with young teens, demonstrate leadership skills and be over the age of 20. Job Descriptions and Application Forms available from Bread of Life OSCAR Office, 14B Stephenson St, Phone 5781355 Ext 4 or Email:oscarco-ordinator@breadoflife.org.nz Applications close 4pm Monday 25th March 2013.

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SIGNWRITER/SCREENPRINTER Our small family business requires a person for immediate start to work in the Sign writing/Screen printing department. A person who has experience would be preferred. Along with screen printing and vinyl sign printing/cutting and application, the successful applicant would be required to design and produce artwork visuals and digital printing. Computer skills and a knowledge of Corel Draw would be a definite advantage. This position is full time with extra hours needed at times. The applicant would be required to work to a high standard and to deadlines both within the workshop and out when applying signage. If this position is of interest to you please send a copy of your VC at your earliest convenience including a letter of application in your own handwriting. Applications close Friday 22nd March 2013 P 03 572 8075 F 03 572 8073 A 60 High St, Renwick, Marlborough E admin@newmangraphics.co.nz

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Are you keen & available to work Fri, Sat, Sun & Mon each week in our Picton store? In this Bakery Assistant role, you're expected to work in both early morning shifts (6am - 10am approx on Thursdays and Fridays) and shop shifts (9am - close on Sundays and Mondays). This role is for a contracted minimum of 18 hours per week, although flexibility to help cover leave and sickness is highly valued. In the busier Summer months more hours will be available. Tasks in this position include: · Filled Roll & Sandwich Preparation · Serving Customers · Cleaning · Stock control & refilling Picton Village Bakery is a multi-award winning family-owned business, with an enviable reputation for quality and service. To work for us you will be energetic and enthusiastic, with an excellent work ethic and ability to learn and problem solve. You will be well presented, confident and friendly with exceptional personal hygiene, initiative and an eye for detail. Whilst previous experience in a food handling or customer service role is viewed favourably, full training will be given to the successful applicant. This role is permanent, and only applicants based permanently in New Zealand will be considered. Please apply in store with your CV and cover letter at 46 Auckland Street, Picton, or email your CV & cover letter to pictonvillagebakery@gmail.com Marlborough’s Award Winning Bakery

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Yealands Estate Wines are looking for a hands-on, can-do proactive person to manage the winery water and waste water discharge over the vintage period.This is an important and demanding roll requiring up to 12 hours per day, 7 days per week for approximately 6 weeks, full training will be provided.

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Wednesday March 20, 2013

Lovell’s swim puts her in contention Blenheim’s Jodie Lovell, had a successful swim at the Sand to Surf 2.6km ocean event at Mt Maunganui on Saturday. Competing in the 30 to 34 age group, Lovell, 34, won her age group in a time of 41min 48secs. “There were good conditions, just a little choppy but I had a good swim,” she said. This was the third swim Lovell has completed over the summer as part of a national series. In all, six races make up the series with an individual’s top three results counting. With three completed, she will sit out the last race which will be held on the North Shore in Auckland. “I’m in a good position to get a medal,”

she said. A team of nine master swimmers from Blenheim competed at Mt Maunganui. Yasmine Gee, placed third in the 35 to 39 age group while Peter Colbert, 60, placed well in his age group and like Lovell is in contention for a series medal. Lovell said sea swim training would continue through to the middle of the month and then it would be all pool training through the winter months. Australian open water swimming Olympians took out the elite events. Ky Hurst won the men’s open race beating fellow Queenslander Josh Richardson by five seconds and Melissa Gorman won Jodie Lovell celebrates women’s gold at State Sand to Surf, Ocean Swim Mt Maunganui. the open women’s race. Photo: Simon Watts/bwp.co.nz/Ocean Swim NZ.

Surf club needs support MBC softballers By Chris Tobin The Rarangi Surf Life Saving is appealing to the Marlbrough public to get behind their attempts to secure a new inflatable rescue boat (IRB). BP, a major sponsor of surf life saving in New Zealand for many years, is running a nationwide competition among all clubs with a prize being a new IRB. The small White’s Bay based Rarangi club would desperately like to win, but they would need the support from all of Marlborough. “We can’t compete against the likes of the Pihas which have hundreds of members,” club member Mark Lucas said. “The only way we can compete is to get everyone in town and Marlborough to vote for us.” He said the club had two IRBs but one was old and in need of replacement. A fully fitted boat costs $25,000. “We’re there for White’s Bay but the boats are also available to the New Zealand police for marine rescue.” BP is giving a new IRB to the club that receives the most online votes. The competition closes at the end of the month. To help Rarangi the public can vote at www. bpsurflifesaving.co.nz

defending title The Marlborough Boys’ College softball team is defending its title in the Secondary Schools Division 1 tournament in Auckland this week. The tournament started on Monday and runs through to Friday when the finals are played. There are seven players remaining from last year’s team which won the tournament - Nick DeBoo, Cairo Adams-Walsh, Nicholas Kelly, Justyn Collins, Jesse Kitto, Drew Roberts and Tyler Bird. Tailah Love, the captain, will add strength to the team. He was named in the NZ Junior Black Sox and the NZ development team last season. His ex-teammate player Kurt Schollum has left a huge gap. Nick DeBoo has got a hard task to fill as the team’s pitcher, but the team

Falcons win junior Top Town Top Team Marlborough 2013 was held on Sunday at Lansdowne Park, with junior teams competing in the morning, and adults in the afternoon. Event organiser, Hayden Bryant of Sport Tasman, was happy with the day, saying there had been a good turn out. “It was absolutely fantastic, the weather held out for us, it only started raining in the last five minutes…lots of people dressed up and had a great time.” Rubba ‘n’ Lycra took out the senior category for the second year running, with the Fairhall Fairhall students, Liam Jemmison, left, Tomas Remacha, Kate Halliday, Kaylee Falcons (pictured) taking out the Metcalfe, Pippa Barnes, Adam Bisset, Mae MacDonald, front left, and Jack Healy junior title. at Top Team Marlborough on Sunday morning.

coach Helen Joseph was sure the team had enough experience to help him pull through. Tyler Aldridge, Brayden Jennison and Josh Ludemann are experiencing their first secondary school division 1 tournament. Attitude and commitment will be the key to the team’s success, said Joseph. The other team coach is Graham DeBoo, and the manager Joe Kelly. Joseph thanked sponsors for their help: Springlands Health Clinic, Steven Healy, Waterfront Motels, Lawsons Dry Hills, Nathan Gill Contracting, Mayfield Motors, Crafer & Crouch, T.& D. Construction, Chiller Transport, Black Rose Tattoo Emporium & Body Piercing, Marlborough Family Chiropractic, and Eckford Engineering.

Volleyballers show improvement By Alyn Meiklejohn There has been so much improvement among the young Marlborough Volleyballers competing in the Subway Spikers’ & Premiers’ School’s Competition over the last few weeks. Almost all the serves are starting to get over the net and some great setting and digging is starting to be seen. Some games are getting close in scores and time ran out in a few games. Improvement was especially true with newcomers in the year 5/6 section 1 grade. Renwick Blockers played Fairhall Firebirds with a close first set of 23-25 to Fairhall. In the second set Renwick had warmed up and most of their serves went over the net and made it a set apiece with a score of 25-19. With time up in the third set and a score of 14-14, the teams were told it was the first to 19.

Renwick was the team to get there with a close 19-17 set score. Subway Fair Play Team of the Week was awarded to St Mary’s Spikers from the Premier Grade. This team is new to the Premier Grade and has shown great team work . Results:Years 5 & 6 Section 1: St Mary’s Setters 3, Witherlea Wild Dogs 0; Renwick Blockers 2, Fairhall Firebirds 1; Grovetown Setters 2, Springlands Diggers 1. Years 5 & 6 Section 2: Witherlea Smashers 2,Renwick Setters 1;Picton Power 2,Springlands Spikers 1;Redwoodtown Meteors 2,Fairhall Balloons 1; Grovetown Spikers 2,Renwick Spiker 1. Yea rs 7 & 8: QCC Hor nets 3,Redwoodtown All Stars 0;Fairhall Slushies 3,Renwick Diggers 0;Renwick Strikers 3,QCC Wasps 0;Redwoodtown Rockets 3, Bohally Wonderfuls 0. Premier Grade: Fairhall Phoenix 2,Renwick Smashers 1;St Mary’s Spikers 2,Bohally Incredibles 1;Bohally Ironmen 2,Renwick Panthers 0.

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Wednesday March 20, 2013

Minister opens Picton wildlife sanctuary Years of hard slog, fundraising and organising culminated in the grand opening of Kaipupu Point Sounds Wildlife Sanctuary on Sunday. The eagerly awaited rain held off long enough for two boatloads of guests to be ferried round the headland courtesy of the Beachcomber Cruisers, the official party in the morning, members and supporters of Kaipupu in the afternoon, a total of 220 people.

The boatloads were buzzing with anticipation as they landed at Dolphin Bay on the floating jetty and up to the landscaped welcoming area with its retaining wall/seating. Around its base, were mosaic tiles created by local school children. The kaumatua from Te Ati Awa and Archdeacon Harvey Ruru conducted a moving welcome with karakia and waiata

Archdeacon Harvey Ruru, assisted by Samantha Smith, left, and Toby Witehira, blesses the official plaque at the opening of the Kaipupu Point Sounds Wildlife Sanctuary in the Marlborough Sounds on Sunday. Photo: Dale Ashworth (Seaport)

Chairperson Alan Izard praised the work of volunteers, the Department of Conservation, Port Marlborough, and the many sponsors and local businesses who contributed time, labour and materials to the project over eight years. He was in turn praised by MC Barry Maister for being not only an inspirational leader but also a hands on action man. The Minister of Conservation, the Right Hon Nick Smith was called upon to officially open the sanctuary. He confirmed what an asset Kaipupu will be to Picton. He said it was a great example of co-operation between the community, council and DOC. It would be a wonderful tourist attraction and a vital help for New Zealand's rare and endangered species. Archdeacon Harvey Ruru then gave simple and moving prayers before calling on two children, Samantha Smith and Toby Witehira, to help him bless the official opening plaque. The old amongst us, he said, would likely be gone before the bird song of familiar and rare birds resounded once more through the bush. So it was fitting that young people were involved at the start. The track was then put to the test by many including some in their 90s.

Two competitors in last year’s competition.

Dancing encore The second Experience Marlborough Dance Competition will be held in Blenheim's St Christopher's Hall on Easter Saturday. Gaile French of the Nelson Dance Studio held the first competition last year and is running it once again featuring ballroom, Latin American and New Vogue dancing. “There will be 40 couples dancing and I expect 300

people will turn up,” she said. Competitors from juniors upwards will be attending from Christchurch, Nelson, Wellington and Hamilton, besides some from Blenheim. Ten qualified adjudicators from around the country will also be present. The competition will be on Saturday, March 30 starting at 1pm and finishing at 9.30pm.

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