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Latest figures on the uptake of Covid vaccinations in the Nelson Marlborough Health Board area, released this week, show what can fairly be described as a colossal difference to the rest of New Zealand.

On Monday, 74.0 percent of people aged 12+ and living in Marlborough, were reported as having had their first dose of the Pfizer vaccine.

And 40.6 percent of that group have had their second dose, with 45,866 doses provided to date.

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LEFT: Pictured is Dean Hardman, Senior Marine Officer receiving his vaccination from Andrea Staufer, registered nurse and vaccinator with Nelson Marlborough Health during March. Photo provided.

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It shows the NMDHB exceeding its own stretch targets, at 114 percent of its goals, and a population in Marlborough and in Nelson that is, by far, the best protected against Covid 19 of any in the country.

The clear picture and ongoing progress showed up just one week ago, when our then-average of 31.9 percent of people fully vaccinated, with 53.8 per cent having had their first dose vaccine far exceeded

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the national average measured ofTuesday August 24,.

That showed just 24 percent of the national population aged 12 and above had been fully vaccinated and 43 percent having had just one jab.

The difference between us, and other places in New Zealand could fairly be described as colossal.

The progress continues. Walk-in COVID-19 vaccination is now available at Stadium 2000 in Blen-

heim between 8am-5pm.

The site has been chosen as it is big enough to allow for physical distancing and there is lots of parking.

From today, September 1, vaccination is available to anyone over 30, is an essential worker, or in groups 1, 2 or 3.

You can go along and take your 12-15 year olds with you as they are now eligible.

All Māori and Pasifika people can

bring their whānau or household members aged 12+.

You can also book an appointment for a smaller vaccination centre, GP or pharmacy and at a time that suits you best: www.bookmyvaccine.nz All current locations for vaccination are listed on HealthPoint (enter ‘Blenheim’ or ‘Picton’ or your own area.) https://www.healthpoint.co.nz/ covid-19-vaccination/nelson-marlborough/

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“This idea’s got a bit out of control!”

Leigh Church, co-owner of BB Signs in Blenheim, is talking about the scheme to help local businesses – and their customers - that he and co-owner Adam, hatched during a coffee break as they looked at the start of lockdown.

“We were just sitting here doing nothing,” says Leigh.

Then they started talking about the number of tatty Covid scanning signs they had seen stuck up inside the windows of stores around town.

“They don’t read too well,” he said.

BB Signs had the materials to make much more professional versions. “And we had all the stuff in stock.”

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they offered a free scheme where they would produce two free laminated posters for any local businesses that requested them. And they offered to install them as well.

They estimated 30-40 requests.

We’ve had a little bit more,” says Leigh.

He’s right. By the end of last week, the number had risen to 150.

Requests have come in from “all over the show” he says.

“Picton, Havelock, even from Seddon. Our receptionist lives out there so she’s doing it there.”

With scanning or manual checking in due to become compulsory, and vehicles like builders’ and forestry vans having to have them, some businesses are having their signs put up for the first time,

Leigh says.

“It’s going to become the new normal over the next wee while,” he adds.

The popularity of the scheme means it is costing “a bit more” than they budgeted.

Each sticker costs $20, and there’s two for every business.

There’s also the cost of delivery to install the signs.

“But it’s something we can do for the locals,” says Leigh, adding also that you don’t realise how many businesses there are here until you do something like this.

And with the move down to Level 3, he says there will probably have to be a cut off for free ones this week.

“We’ll need to do some paying work for a while, but will still do these at a discounted Leigh Church, co-owner of BB Signs in Blenheim, installs price.” a free laminated COVID poster at the Stadium 2000.

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Dave Edsall It’s been an interesting time in Level 4. I don’t like to call it lockdown as that is too much of a simplification. It’s not an on/off thing. Those first three days were good to wrap our heads around the upcoming time. I’m pleased with the government’s rapid response and the outbreak didn’t really come as a surprise. I just wish I had some time to get some bike fixing tools.

I’ve spent more time in meetings in lockdown this time. Last time I was studying so I had online lessons – this time I’m taking them though! It is challenging for all of us to educate and be educated online. I’ll be glad when I can meet my pupils face to face again.

My boys and I have made good use of the Wither Hills park as it is in our area, although it does get busy sometimes. I’m glad that this time in Level 4 like last time, I have a good open space to roam in. Last time I was in Sumner in Christchurch.

I hope I can get back into class with my pupils soon and that they all have had learning opportunities that are meaningful to them. Although I do like the shorter commute these days I miss my bike along the Taylor river. I worry about the virulence of Delta – I don’t think it is going to be as easy as last time to manage, but I hope that our community can continue to value and protect our collective health. I think we have done pretty well so far.

With the announcement of a possible snap lockdown, the team at the ASB Theatre Marlborough activated the plan to load up the full time staff with what they needed to work safely from home, and secure the venues for a while. We have had a list of activities up our sleeve for such an event – being event operators, we are going to be the last to return to normal activities but we want to keep the team focussed on preparation for that time so we can open better than ever.

We sadly had to postpone a major show when we went to lockdown so every ticket buyer has been phoned to talk through the new dates and their options; we’ve been working through myriad options for rescheduling events for upcoming bookings and empathising with those who had to cancel their planned events; we’ve been updating our online presence, templates and resources; catching up on training and other admin tasks; and making sure we connect as a team regularly.

With some new starters in recent months it’s a great chance to lighten the mood with some of the meetings, getting to know each other better. We have diverse backgrounds and domestic arrangements (including caring responsibilities for some) represented in the team so we have a laugh with ‘homework’ - What object have you owned the longest?

What are you going to miss most about lockdown? All sparks great conversation and a giggle. Sometimes we have the next generation joining in the fun. Toddlers sure are entertaining – particularly when they bring their drumkit to the meeting!

We’ve got a great team that is raring to get back to the venues and ready them for safe operation as and when we are permitted to do so.

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This lockdown happened very suddenly, which I guess is a reflection of the difference between the Alpha variant Simon Byrne of la st Ma rch , and Delta which Sales Manager, demands a faster Blenheim Sun and more detailed response.

Last March there seemed to be a stunned silence for a couple of weeks as we waited and watched the daily 1pm updates. But this time round the community seems to have known exactly what to do, slipping straight into exercise, family activities, baking, and working from home.

The same goes for our tight wee team here at the Sun. The necessary equipment was quickly scooped up from my desk and set up in a corner of our dining room. My time has been split between working, landscaping projects, and Netflix. I have enjoyed having this extra time with my wife Joey, and Minnie the dog has enjoyed the extra long walks.

I had my first jab on Friday. It was 7.30pm at the end of what must have been a long day for the team on duty, but they were upbeat, friendly and professional. These guys are pulling some big hours, and they’re doing it with a smile. I hope there will be some sort of acknowledgement for all our health professionals, essential workers, and front line personnel once the worst of this is behind us.

As I think about the future I realise we are so very fortunate to be living in this small corner of the world when you consider what is happening elsewhere. Going back to some form of pre-2020 ‘normal’ is not going to happen, and I don’t think that’s a bad thing. It seems to me that this is an opportunity to evolve, not just in the way we operate our businesses, but how we relate to each other. By staying in our bubbles we are already taking care of our neighbours and looking out for our wider community.

It would be great if we could carry this on into whatever post-covid world awaits us.

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Dan Roos

CEO Clubs of Marlborough Lockdown came as surprise to the Club with very little time to prepare for a daunting time in the hospitality sector.

The Club employs close to 50 dedicated staff members, all eager to get back to what we do best.

Over the last two weeks the team have been in continuous communication over our group chat and staff moral is high. I believe we have the team to get the Club back on its feet and thriving once again.

Management have been working extremely hard during lockdown to ensure our operations are ready and compliant for each level shift. The uncertainty around when we will be moving down to level two and for how long has certainly presented us with challenges. Under level two we will still only be able to trade at a much lower capacity due to restrictions.

The Club relies heavily on our dedicated members, and over the last six months we have received amazing support. The Clubs of Marlborough is an important part of our community, providing an affordable dining experience and group socializing hub for over four thousand Marlburians/Members.

Under level three the Club will offer a contactless pickup/ delivery option. Details will be available on our website and on our Facebook page. As the CEO of the clubs of Marlborough, I want to thank our close-knit team for their hard work and dedication to the Club, I couldn’t be prouder. On behalf of our team, we look forward to welcoming the community back into the Club, and continue to grow stronger.

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Lockdown has been a time to take stock of the situation we are in now and for the foreseeable with COVID continuing to play havoc with our best laid plans. At work we are continuing under strict COVID rules trying to meet schedules for shipping which seemed to get changed all of the time which is a bit frustrating. Our vineyard guys are getting set for the very busy time of the year as we are fast approaching budburst and spring frosts – always a bit worrying. Our Cellar Door is closed but that doesn’t stop us from thinking of ways we can promote our business once things are open again.

On a personal front the time is spent chatting with friends overseas, doing a lot of cooking – plenty of time to experiment

with recipes that have been collected over time and never quite tried, bits of gardening when the sun is out and lots of reading. And more importantly keeping the cat company!

We are all slowly realising that normal as we have known with the freedom to travel to markets overseas, meeting customers face to face and enjoying down time travelling is not likely to happen for some time yet and when it does it will be different. We are getting used to zoom and/or Team talks but it isn’t quite the same as face to face.

Looking after each other and the wider work team is paramount as we are all dealing with Lockdowns and the continuing COVID environment differently. We are

looking forward to getting out and about supporting local businesses and enjoying meeting up with friends and family.

This recent lockdown in my mind has been somewhat calmer this time around – the kids have got structured learning programmes in place to occupy them, the “IT” stuff seems to be working as it should, and we have got a reasonable sense for what decisions the government is likely to make, (whether you agree with them or not), and with that an element of how long we are likely to be confined to our homes.

With each lockdown comes additional pressures; the ability to support and pay staff, disposal of perishable stock, opening and closing protocols, family and colleague well-being, managing work commitments etc – all whilst giving the appearance that we are “in control”.

Some of my offshore colleagues have been locked up in apartments literally for Michael Wentworth months, with small babies. I can only imagine how challenging that must be GM Sustainability and Strategic for those living by themselves and young Projects, Yealands Wine Group families. The long-lasting impact on

mental health and well-being is one that I am not sure we have fully got to grips with yet and is a key watch out for us going forward.

But despite the challenges, I can’t help but feel fortunate for where we are as a country and as a region. Our access to clean, open green space makes you stop and reflect for what we have here. I think our health professionals here in Marlborough / Tasman have done an amazing job with the vaccine rollout and hopefully that will assist us getting back to some sense of normality in the near future. Also, whilst I am safely tucked away at home, I am immensely grateful for all the work our essential workers are doing, keeping everything ticking over – from those at supermarkets, the council workers, those still doing the hard graft in wineries, vineyards and other business and to our emergency staff – a sincere “thanks” doesn’t really seem to do your efforts justice.

In some ways when lockdown was announced there was an exhale of relief. Time for a break, but very soon after the seriousness of the Delta variant set in and I realised we were going to be at home for quite a while. That meant, “how do we do this again?”.

I’ve set up the office with Laptop, charging cables, papers everywhere and even managed to find high lighters, because they might be important for something.

Lockdown routine includes setting an alarm to keep good habits. I’ll make peppermint tea, and eat honey roasted granola with greek yoghurt while I wait for my laptop to warm up.

Of course working in a busy gym environment I do relish the quiet times but I have got in the habit of playing music

while I check emails and begin the days planning. Hit’s from the 90’s.

Thankfully I am lucky enough to be able to work from home, but I can already see the extra thinking time may have switched into over thinking. Reports are now super detailed, I’ve analysed trends and made unnecessary graphs on excel just because they might come in handy one day.

Work from home includes; Replying to members emails, Posting Fitness Tips/Videos and stories on social media, Checking on staff welfare, refreshing gym operating procedures, and re-thinking the way we do things. That whole, “how can we be better?” type planning.

Gardening, relocating trees, building a new fence, chopping firewood has filled in the gaps if the work responsibilities run out.

I have been exercising daily but with limited physical workout gear at home, running has become my

forte. Some days it honestly feels like I am running a half marathon through mud, and some days I feel like Usain Bolt attempting my fastest 100m sprint. Knowing all too well the benefits of exercise, I know that there will be good days and bad days, the trick is to just keep going anyway.

My Partner is at home too so that has additional fun challenges. From having a usual 8 hours apart daily to now being around each other 24-7 means we’ve had to have “our own” time or learned to work in different rooms. It has highlighted that he is definitely messier than me (in my opinion) but I have a habit of not closing doors or drawers (not in my opinion). Of course there is something really nice about being home together, and I’ll admit there has been the odd time we have downed tools to watch a Netflix movie on the sofa, popcorn included.

Watching the announcement has become a daily task. I put on my

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walking shoes and do laps of the block while Dr Bloomfield delivers the numbers and then I listen to all the questions from the reporters. A lot of the questions are very repetitive but occasionally someone will ask a question, and I’ll think, hmm… good question.

I have worked a couple of physical days in the Stadium as Building Warden for the NMDHB Vaccination centre. These nurses and the whole team are doing such an amazing job.

It cant be easy having to vaccine 1000 people a day but they are like regimented soldiers only they do make jokes from time to time. It was really nice being able to contribute and help, and many of our staff have rotated through assisting with things like directing people, sanitising chairs, and generally making people feel comfortable and welcome.

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Their time in lockdown and thoughts for the future

Michelle Munro Owner, Mezmerize Photography Lockdown 2.0 certainly came swiftly, but I was prepared for it in regard to what that meant for my work and coping mentally.

I know it will be hard for some people/ families and businesses, but I actually don’t mind being forced to slow down. I am a solo Mum who owns her own business (Mezmerize Photography), and I am also Chair of a new Charity (School Start First Impressions Marlborough). Needless to say, being given the chance to catch up on work, do those extra things I do not normally get to do whether it is refining my business & charity, little projects around the home or trying new recipes (the dishwasher loads have doubled, I’m sure of it!) has come as a blessing.

I am enjoying the sleep ins, quality time with my son, we have been baking, biking, playing games together, little bits of gardening for Spring, spending all day in our PJs, watching movies, shooting the basketball in our onesies, enjoying the odd cheeky late night and just having really great chats about what we are looking forward to the next day and further into the future.

Firstly, we had to freeze as much produce as we could have room for. It was frustrating having the extensions as it resulted in a lot of produce we couldn’t save.

Next, it was about looking after my staff, making sure the covid subsidy was applied for and they were safe.

I have been in a couple of zoom meetings looking at business survival strategies. Marketing is a big part of this. Hangman is super popular in store, so we created a Virtual Hangman online.

I have had contact from customers checking in to see if we are okay and giving us hope as they will return for our sausage rolls and coffee.

In between meetings and planning ahead, my husband and I have managed to get out on bike rides and zoom training sessions. I have made a gin brew, tested out a few recipes for the café and continued to renovate our 1971 VW Kombi.

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Speaking of which, what do I think the future will bring? I suspect it will be particularly hard financially for a lot of us, I hope that we all make a conscious effort to seek out all the AMAZING local small businesses we have in Marlborough and support each other. If you are able, give that little bit extra to Charities too, I have no doubt that my one will become even busier.

We support 5 years old’s starting school who face severe hardship with what they need to be prepared for their learning journey.

Further on, I think we will bounce back and eventually we will overcome Covid, and we will find our new normal. What I do already know is that challenges make us stronger, individually, as a local community and as a country. A positive mindset, kindness even in the little things, and understanding as well as supporting each other whole heartedly is what will see us moving onwards and upwards.

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Business since last covid lockdown has been tough enough. More people working from home, has meant less in town. Also, a decrease of reps on the road and less travellers. On top of this increase in minimum wage, new employee contracts, added sick days, staff shortages, and increase in pricing overall have made staying afloat difficult.

The last week before lockdown August 2021 was extremely quiet, there was a sense something was going to happen.

Trade was the lowest it’s ever been.

Due to staff shortages and a family bereavement, we were forced to close the café Monday, Tuesday leading up to lockdown. Going forward, closing one day a week is an option in order to sustain costs and keep the business operating.

The suddenness of the latest lockdown caught me more off-guard than I thought it would. It had always been at the back of my mind, but once it was announced it was a bit disheartening to think here we go again. Thankfully we still had a lot of systems and procedures in place at work from the last lockdown, so transitioning to remote work wasn’t a big deal at all and I think the team relished the break.

My gut feeling is things will bounce back pretty quickly when we do return to level 2. Customers seemed a lot more relaxed about the lock down this time round and there didn’t seem to be that urgency to work at home, more of a “lets treat this as a break”.

Most of the team will still be working from home under level 3, so the shift from three to four won’t be a big deal for us, but we’ll be available for contactless repairs and sales.

As for my personal life, over lockdown I’ve used the time semi productively to catch up on some overdue tasks, and make sure I’m ready to hit the ground running when we are back to level 2. I haven’t been terribly inspired to do any work around the farm due to the weather so it’s been mostly spending time with the kids, which I’ve enjoyed.

I was gutted to go back into lockdown as it meant a lot of events that I was looking forward to have had to cancel or postpone. I especially feel for the organisers who put so much time and effort in.

My time over lockdown has been spent keeping the kids entertained and they haven’t Hannah Price been phased by it at all, but they are missing their Owner, school friends. Our oldest Koffie Mobile had her eighth birthday during it.

Going forward, I can’t wait to get back to serving coffee as I really miss the people interaction. Come see me at the Sunday Farmers market and support local!

Juliet Partington Owner, Watery Mouth Cafe

Hamish Greenwood Manager, Lynfords Furniture For Lynfords Furniture, lockdown means our relatively small family business becomes even more family orientated.

We’re navigating our way through the ins and outs of keeping a retail business afloat with closed doors, while three young children demand constant attention, meal upon meal, and their turn on any and all devices available. It’s a juggling act (familiar to many) that sees us ending the day with a beer/wine to celebrate making it through another day.

We also turn our attention to supporting our wider Lynfords family – half of which are literally family and the other half are amazing staff who make this business tick. It is really heartening to have a great team who are positive, understanding and helpful, in what can be a hard and stressful time for all.

To look on the bright side of lockdown, it has given us precious time with our family and also time to reflect and work on different areas of the business. Tough times like these make you appreciate the connections and support you have within the community – both business and personal. Although we don’t know what’s around the corner, we’re optimistic we’ll get through this together.

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I’ve really enjoyed watching Down to Earth with Zac Efron and Working Moms.

A movie called Fury. A bit of history… World War II.

We watched a great country movie last night called.. Let Him Go starring Kevin Costner and Diane Lane about an elderly couple set out to save their ex-daughterin-law and their grandson from the clutches of her abusive husband and in-laws.

I liked Amazing Grace recently but also looking forward to the return of Wentworth. Same leading lady but completely different shows!

Dream Horse with Toni Collette and Damian Lewis. An entertaining comedy drama based on a true story tells of an unlikely racehorse bred by a Welsh bartender who creates a community syndicate with their small savings.

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Hidden hazards lurk in our bubbles ACC has reported that Marlborough recorded 50,000 new claims for injury in the home between 2016 – 2020 – and the number during lockdown has been significantly higher than in previous years.

Spokesperson Isaac Carlson, the Head of Injury Prevention at ACC, says that In 2020 alone, 11,325 home injuries in this area cost $18m.

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That’s because the home is the most likely place for New Zealanders to get injured.

In 2020, just over one million claims for home based injuries were accepted, costing $1.4b to help people recover, up $143m from 2019.

“We know it’s chaos for many families out there,” Isaac says. “Trying to work from home and manage a family during a lockdown is not easy.”

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The 50-59 year-olds age group are most likely to be injured at home, ahead of children up to nine years of age.

Females also have a higher proportion of claims than males, but males’ claims cost more.

Isaac says there are simple behaviour changes that will help - like tidying up toys, keeping floors clear of cables and other items, wiping up any spills immediately.

You also need to ensure everyone knows how to safely interact with animals.

Falls are the leading cause of injuries in the home. With the most affected age group over the five years studied was children up to nine.

In Marlborough in that time, there were 18,221 new claims for fall injuries with 3971 of those in 2020.

Luke says Safekids Aoteroa have a Whare Kahikā app giving whānau knowledge to create a safe physical home environment for tamariki.

For over 65s, ACC also runs Live Stronger for Longer, an injury prevention programme

to prevent falls and fractures.

Those in the 30-39 age group are most likely to have a lifting or carrying injury, most commonly injuring their lower back.

In the Marlborough in the past five years there were almost 5221 of such injuries and In 2020 alone, there were 1285 of them, the highest number from the period studied.

Children from 0-9 years old lead the animal -related list, most commonly from bites and scratches There were 3025 of such claims at home in Marlborough over the past five years, with 606 in 2020.

And Kiwis love to get in the garden, especially in lockdown.

The 60-69 year-old age group are most commonly injured in this category, hurting their lower backs the most.

In Marlborough there were 3945 gardening injuries, 845 in 2020, the highest from this period.

Our fingers and thumbs are most commonly injured sites with punctures and cuts, and kids who are having a go in the kitchen are the ones hurting themselves the most And for 50-59 year-olds, pushing their bodies too far, twisting their backs, resulted In 628 injuries in i2020 alone.

Here’s another one: During lockdown it is common for children to run around the house and collide into objects or walls, often Injuring their hands as they go down.

There were 533 collision claims here in 2020, the highest from the past five years.

Take care out there!

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

Council services at Alert Level 3 The switch to Alert Level 3 this week saw a number of Council services restart. However, many services remain closed including public toilets and playgrounds. For more information visit: www.marlborough.govt.nz Parks, reserves and playgrounds Parks and reserves are available for public use to get fresh air and exercise. Mowing and garden care will resume. Please avoid getting close to our staff and contractors who are working in their own bubbles.

Maintain that two metre distance at all times. Playgrounds remain closed and park furniture like picnic tables and benches should not be touched or used.

The Wither Hills Farm Park tracks are open. Gates have been left open to reduce the need for walkers to touch hard surfaces. The Wither Hills Mountain Bike Park and the Victoria Domain mountain bike tracks remain closed under Alert Level 3. Biking can still take place on the easier bike trails outside the mountain bike park areas.

Greenwaste and Resource Recovery Centre Both remain open but access is controlled to ensure physical distancing.

Rural community recycling The rural community recycling service and coin skips will continue to operate as normal.

Reuse Centre The Reuse Centre in Blenheim is closed.

Bluegums Landfill The Bluegums landfill is open as usual for existing commercial customers only.

Maritime recreation Under Alert Level 3 recreational power and sail boating is prohibited. Other water-based activities such as swimming, surfing, kayaking, canoeing, rowing, windsurfing and paddle boarding are allowed if you are already experienced and you stay close to shore. Staying overnight at a bach or holiday home is not permitted.

Rubbish and recycling Although some rubbish and recycling facilities are open, you are encouraged to avoid using our waste facilities at this time.

Kerbside collection Kerbside collections in Blenheim and Picton will continue as normal. To minimise the health risk of handling recyclables by our collection crews, and to reduce the potential for compromising physical distancing rules, these materials are being sent to landfill until further notice. Rolls of ten Council refuse bags are available for purchase from supermarkets.

Transfer stations Transfer stations remain open but will only accept bagged waste. Every second drop-off bay will be closed to enable physical distancing. This means the emptying capacity is reduced by 50 per cent, so if you are using the transfer station please be patient. Our staff record vehicle registration details as part of contact tracing protocols.

Libraries Libraries in Blenheim and Picton remain closed. However, online services including access to ebooks, eaudiobooks, magazines and newspapers are still available. People who are not already library members can sign up for a digital only membership online, allowing them to access library e-resources for 12 months. For more information on our online library services go to: www.marlboroughlibraries.govt.nz

Bus services Bus services in Blenheim, Picton and Renwick will continue to operate and are free of charge. This protects bus drivers by limiting passenger interaction and removing the need to handle cash.

Passengers should scan the QR code displayed on the bus and wear a face covering while on the bus and at arrival and departure points. Where passengers are unable to scan the QR code they are asked to individually record details of each trip they make.

Passengers should exercise physical distancing.

Public toilets All public loos in Marlborough are closed. Some public toilets are open for essential workers only.

Noise control If you are being disturbed by noise, please call Ph: 03 520 7400.

Council offices Council reception in Blenheim and Picton remain closed. You can contact us via email at: mdc@marlborough. govt.nz Include your contact details and one of the team will contact you.

Or you can call Ph: 03 520 7400.

Council’s online services are operating as usual - many enquiries, applications, payments, submissions and other business can be carried out via Council’s the website at: www.marlborough.govt.nz Meetings Council and committee meetings will continue to be held remotely via Zoom under Alert Level 3. A recording and minutes will be available on the Council website following the meeting.

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Street Address: Phone: 03 520 7400 15 Seymour Street Fax: 03 520 7496 Email: mdc@marlborough.govt.nz Blenheim 7201 New Zealand

Dogs Dogs should be kept on a lead during Alert Level 3 even in dog exercise areas where leads aren’t normally required. It’s important to remember that pets are part of your bubble too. The virus can settle on their fur like any other surface, so keep your dog two metres from others, and don’t pat other people’s dogs.

Building inspections Building and construction site inspections can take place, but with appropriate safety measures in place, and avoiding close interaction.

The Building Control Group is taking bookings for inspections; please call Ph: 03 520 7405.

For the most up-to-date information please follow the Government and Ministry of Health’s advice at: www.covid19.govt.nz

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Therapist offers free support Lockdown, and high levels of fear and anxiety in the face of the unknown during the Covid pandemic has seen a Blenheim trauma specialist begin a daily – and free - online therapeutic support. Angela Carter tells Sun journalist Glenise Dreaver why she’s taking this step.

Angela Carter’s break from working in her full private practice has, she says, opened up space for her to share her knowledge and support with the wider community.

And she plans to continue her shared sessions, held between 9-10am each weekday morning, until we move to Level 2.

An ACC-approved therapist in trauma release, she says she first visited New Zealand from England in 1999, when she fell in love with this country. “It took another 15 years to get to Blenheim from Cambridge where I first lived when I arrived in New Zealand, but my heart and soul called me here,” she says.

Angela’s original training was thirty years ago in England, in social work and over the years she moved into family therapy. She has also pursued training from a neurobiological perspective, studying the way trauma impacts personal wellbeing and how that can be released from the mind and body and resets the autonomic nervous system.

“It’s about how trauma affects the whole body. It’s not just in the mind.

The traumatic event was in the past, but we live the repercussion of that event every day” Her interest was sharpened when some eight years ago, she found herself very ill.

“I was petrified. I couldn’t get out of bed. I thought I was dying, that I had bone cancer or something.”

With the reluctance shared by many people, and therapist or not, she resisted going to the doctor.

“I finally realised I’d just have to.”

The news wasn’t good. She wasn’t dying, but she was told that she was carrying three auto-immune diseases that she would just have to live with.

“Because they were all incurable.

“Polymyalgia, fibromyalgia and adrenal fatigue.

“And I was told my only option was treatment with steroids. But no way on

Angela Carter of Blenheim is offering her therapeutic skills to stressed locals in free online sessions during Levels 3 and 4.

earth was I going to live with that.”

Angela realised that her own experience meant she was holding on to trauma “I witnessed domestic abuse as a child.”

As can happen, that experience saw her move into a marriage later, when living in New Zealand, where she suffered psychological domestic abuse.

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She says that huge amounts of fear, whether from abuse or other causes, affects the body at cellular level. “And that compromises the immune system”.

Her own recovery from the original diagnosis took six months she says, with her work being to understand her own body and the hormones of stress. She was unaware she had held on to the trauma from her past.

She identified that her autonomic nervous system was stuck in the “fight or flight” response causing her body to be flooded with stress hormones, although she never felt stressed.

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Never has Marlborough faced a roading recovery effort to the scale it does at present.

As bad weather has continued to hamper the region’s Road to Recovery this past weekend, the latest data to hand from Marlborough Roads shows the scale of the operation to date.

As at August 30, 40,000 cubic metres of spill material has been removed from sites throughout Marlborough.

Thirty trucks and twenty five excavators are working across the district and more than 400 workers have been site inducted and are now able to work as part of the roading recovery effort.

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“We have a number of priorities – these include full access up the Awatere Valley to allow for stock and feed movements, good access through Queen Charlotte Drive to at least Linkwater and then ultimately single lane access to Havelock through Cullens Point. Single-lane light-vehicle access for residents and essential services into the Kenepuru is also a high priority,” he said.

Work on all of these priority sites is happening simultaneously and recovery crews have been able to work during Alert Level 4 under an exemption from the Government.

The roading network is still fragile, still changing and remains vulnerable.

Anyone who chooses to ignore the road closures in place does so at their own risk and liability.

These efforts paused at the weekend while heavy rain passed through the region. Poor weather has continued in some areas today.

The bad weather forced the closure of the Croisilles-French Pass Road by the top of Ronga Road (6km from Okiwi Bay) due to a large slip. Crews are working to clear these by the end of the day. Top Valley Road is currently closed and there is no road access, following rain over the weekend.

More slips also came down on the already damaged Kenepuru Road and Queen Charlotte Drive at the weekend but none were major. There were also small slips on Port Underwood Road, encroaching but not blocking the road.

For Roading Updates: For the status of a road, please visit our Marlborough Emergency Management Official Public Information Map here https://bit.ly/RoadToRecoveryMarl before your journey, and stay up to date on the latest roading alerts here: https://bit.ly/RoadingAlertsMarl Alternatively, contact Marlborough Roads on 0800 213 213 or 03 520 8024 between 8.00 am - 5.00 pm, Monday to Friday, or email the recovery team at recovery@marlboroughroads.com

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Vets still providing care Level 3 may not mean too many changes in many of our lives, but for people with pets, there will be some.

At Level 4, while veterinarians were still providing care and treatment for animals during lockdown, it was far from business as usual.

According to two key veterinary organisations, the Veterinary Council of New Zealand (VCNZ) and the New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA), Level 4 COVID-19 restrictions, vets could only provide care that couldn’t be postponed.

The council’s veterinary advisor Dr Seton Butler, said that as a result, non-urgent healthcare, routine vaccinations and regular checks needed to be postponed until the situation changed.

Now it has changed and Dr Iaian McLachaln CE at the VCNZ says vets can now provide care as before “provided it can be done safely”.

Safely means of course, social distancing, mask wearing and hand sanitising and Picton vet Chrisitne Mackenzie says the distancing in particular can be difficult for pet owners, especially where an animal needs put to sleep. “But it’s just for everyone’s safely,” she says.

She says that pet owners should ring their vet to describe their problem, which will let the clinic triage the calls, deciding what is urgent and what can wait.

“A lump that has been there for months isn’t an emergency, for example. But if it is an abscess, that’s different.”

VCNZ and NZVA say that Picton vet Christine Mackenzie with Holly, says that if you’re following Covid-19 during Level 3, pet owners will need to contact their rules and staying at home, there should be no serious effects on clinic by phone before bringing their pet in.

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“If you are concerned about delaying an appointment, or unsure if your animal needs urgent veterinary care, you should always call your veterinary practice for advice,” Dr Butler says.

There are a number of things you need to do to reduce risk for pets and people, NZVA’s Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr Helen Beattie says.

“Please remember your pets are in your bubble – don’t burst your bubble!

“Masks are for people, not pets! And keep your dog on a leash when walking it.

“For unvaccinated animals, or those overdue for a vaccination, keep them on your property and create games and novel activities and spend time playing with them.”

And she repeats the advice from Christine and Simon, that it is vital that people call their veterinary practice before visiting, even in an emergency, so that the clinic can take appropriate safety precautions to help prevent the spread of Covid-19.

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Kia ora, welcome to Cancer Society Marlborough Daffodil Day 2021

Daffodil Day is the Cancer Society’s annual flagship event and one of the most important fundraising and awareness campaigns in the country. As well as providing an opportunity to raise awareness of cancer in New Zealand, Daffodil Day is a major funding source for our local Cancer Society services.

Our Street Appeal set for Friday 27th August was cancelled due to the Nationwide COVID-19 Alert Level 4 announcement. While this was a big disappointment for our team and months of planning, we were still able to accept donations online.

Anyone can still hold a fundraiser or donate online to www.daffodilday.org.nz/donate Donations received for Marlborough go directly towards providing a wide range of local cancer support services such as information resources, counselling, health promotion programmes and contribute to accommodation services and our National Research Grants programme.

DIY Daffodils We’re pleased to draw Chontelle Porter and her 2 tamariki as the winners for the DIY Daffodil competition. A Dick Frizzell ‘Daffy to Daffy’ t-shirt and 2 x Archie Daffodil Bears are coming your way!

We really missed connecting with people this lockdown Daffodil Day but the ‘virtual’ connection was still strong as people shared photos of their DIY Daffodils, daffodil spotting on their daily walks or sharing wishes of hope for others. Visit our facebook page to see more photos.

Councillor representation arrangements up for consultation Marlborough District Council has reviewed its representation arrangements for the local government elections in 2022 and 2025, as required every six years under the Local Electoral Act 2001. The Council will now consult with the public, consider submissions and then adopt a final proposal.

At Mondays’s Council meeting, Councillors recommended their preferred option (Option 1) as: a) That Marlborough District Council consist of a Mayor and 13 councillors b) That a ward structure of voting is the most appropriate for Marlborough c) That the make-up of that ward structure be: • Blenheim Ward (7 members) • Wairau-Awatere Ward (3 members) • Marlborough Sounds Ward (2 members); and • Marlborough Maori Ward (1

member) d) That no community boards be established.

Option 1 also includes a recommendation that the Omaka Landing and Rose Manor subdivisions - approximately 700 residents - transfer from the Wairau-Awatere Ward to the Blenheim Ward, reflecting their urban character and close proximity to Blenheim.

Three other possible options are outlined in the agenda report, which can be viewed at www. marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/meetings - go to ‘Extraordinary Council Meeting – 30 August 2021.’

Dean Heiford, Council’s Manager Support Services says the recommendation follows the engagement of an independent consultant who has advised the Council on its options.

“Councillors support a ‘modified

The Vinyl in the Vines dance night at 5Tapped planned for this Saturday 4 September has been postponed until Saturday 9 October.

The continued lockdown meant the event can’t go ahead, said Vinyl in the Vines spokesperson Belinda Jackson.

“Anyone who purchased a ticket can get a refund from Under the Radar ticket agency or they can simply hang on to their ticket for the new date.”

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have argued to the Commission that the Marlborough Sounds needed another councillor due to its remote and isolated communities.”

“However, with the improvements we’ve seen in communications technology in recent years that argument is now harder to sustain.

Also, all Marlborough District Councillors can represent Sounds’ residents and ratepayers - it doesn’t have to only be by ward councillors.”

Almost all elements of the Council’s representation proposal, including whether to have community board(s) or not, are subject to rights of appeal and/or objection to the Local Government Commission.

The exception is the decision to establish a Maori ward, which cannot be appealed.

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status quo’ option with little change to the existing arrangements. Under this option, all wards comply with the plus or minus 10% population formula required under the legislation.”

“All the options canvassed at today’s Council meeting meet that legislated population formula.”

“The main change proposed under Option 1 sees a reduction in the number of Marlborough Sounds’ councillors from three to two.”

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txt talk with The Sun What’s the reason?

I don’t see the reasoning behind allowing our 13-16 yr olds to get their vaccines before our 20-40 age group.

Police behaviour Monday 23rd about 8pm. I drove my vehicle on my long drive to my letterbox, stopped, collected my mail, noticed vehicle headlights parked roadside about 30m away.

I didn’t enter the public road, turned my vehicle on my drive, whilst driving back to my house, a police car speeds up behind me lights flashing, and accuses me of acting suspiciously.

Very intimidating.

I haven’t left my property since Lockdown. No apologies or offers of QR Code or officer name.

He was trespassing on my property.

Seriously council , Again wanting to weasel out of introducing THE solution to our rubbish: WHEELIE BINS!! Like every other progressive council with an ounce of common sense.

Pyjamas People up north in their cars, in line for Covid tests wearing their pyjamas?

Seriously have some respect for yourselves and good old common sense!

Break-ins I’ve heard of a lot of home break-ins around High St. Disgusting from these low-life’s. If you are that desperate there are places you can seek out help

Re: Opening NZ’s borders As early as 2022?

Are the current powers that be not aware of the current situation and horrendous new outbreaks of the Covid19 pandemic?

Including within our nearest neighbour’s borders.

Makes one wonder if our (current) parliamentarians have quietly legalised the use of marijuana and succumbed to it’s side effects.

Interesting we get an alarm for COVID but not for Tsunami. We live on the coast.

Re: Roundabouts vs Lights

A joke Lockdown! What a joke! Starting 2359hrs last Tuesday. But wait, we have 48 hours to finish our holiday and spread it around, that makes it Thursday 2359hrs!

Road blocks, no worries - just book a kindness flight and see from above, those muggles eh!

It’s great, our airports never close, even now to Fiji and back!

Check your flight radar app.

Please stay Love having the Makana shop in town. Please stay!

Wheelie bins

Tsunami alerts?

Anomalies not corrected A big tick for the reasonably prompt decision to go straight to Level 4 COVID lockdown.

But why on earth have the anomalies in the Level 4 exemptions not been corrected?

Off Licences can stay open and alcohol sales are still permitted at supermarkets! Yet stand alone butchery stores and home maintenance outlets have to close.

Can’t for the life of me see how food and home repairs are not essential items yet alcohol is!

Would help our Emergency Service Personnel too if total common sense is applied.

Poor service Good service from Spark, enquiring from Spark about wireless reception for an area south of Blenheim, told ‘yes’.

After trying to get reception (none), returning SIM card, no cancelling of monthly fee, only to mention debt collection???

So here we have a case of expecting payment, for NO service, of any type. Shame on you Spark!

We do not need lights here. The problem is that a lot people cannot do what is required to keep traffic moving at roundabouts. Not everyone can process multiple streams of data simultaneously and make an instant decision.

People wait when there is a gap big enough to push a planet through.

Oh, and don’t get me started on the muppets who flick their indicator on as they approach the roundabout, then sail straight through thinking how clever they are for mastering the new roundabout indication rules. Not!!

If there’s no immediate challenge on your right, keep moving!

Coffee Looking forward to all my fave local coffee haunts returning. I wish you all well and hope surviving this Covid from a business point of view is possible for all.

Well done Sun Great to still get a Sun during Lockdown.

Keep up the good work.

Don’t see any other free papers.

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Is it that hard?

People getting charged for breaching Lockdown rules.

Really?

Is it that hard to stay home, stay alive and protect others as well?

COVID or no COVID Good businesses and owners think of new strategies and ways to progress through this pandemic.

The difference between employees and employers, our 9-5 never ends.

Ideas flowing and keeping locals in jobs where we can.

Covid or no Covid.

The benevolent leader said there would be an MP’s pay cut last year - well that never occurred, now the house has been stood down, so no work again. Do they qualify for work subsidy if unemployed, or still too wealthy?

Political brilliance Biden said ‘we will not forgive, we will not forget, we are going to hunt you down.’

But he has yet to realise they were suicide bombers. They’re dead. Mission complete.

Well done Joe!

Picton people are lazy!

After a windy day please pick up all your own recycling that’s blown all over the footpath and street. Even in Lockdown! It’s not like you’re busy and have no free time. Take pride in your community!

Busy It’s amazing how some are still busy and productive during lockdown, while others have little to do. Guess that’s life for some.

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Fine record of service to The Sun and readers On November 5 this year, Peter Hooson will mark 19 years as a Sun delivery person.

We know that because he’s done the job since day one, when the Blenheim Sun’s first edition hit the streets.

Peter marked his own mile-

stone last Saturday, his seventieth birthday. The advancing years have meant just one change for him.

Our most loyal employee recently started doing his Hospital Road - Alabama Road round pushing a pram full of papers

instead of biking.

That’s because of knee problems.

The birthday invitations were out to last Saturday’s big “do” at the Redwood Tavern but Level 4 lockdown meant that had to be shelved.

Peter’s promising his many friends that once we get to Level 1, it will happen.

Peter Hooson celebrates a milestone birthday. Peter (pictured) dressed up as santa and surprised the Sun office staff last Christmas.

Lockdown in Blenheim last week Photos by Bruno Cyrillo.

Submission deadline extended for Grovetown Lagoon management plan The public now have more time to comment on a new reserve management plan for the Grovetown Lagoon.

Deadline for submissions was due to be 27 August but given the disruption caused by lockdown at Alert Level 4, the decision has been made to give people more time.

The new deadline for submissions is 5.00 pm on Friday 24 September.

A new reserve management plan for the Grovetown Lagoon is seen as a way to continue the great mahi to date to protect this treasured place. Te Whanau Hou Grovetown Lagoon Society Inc. administrator Justine Johnson is overseeing the

community engagement process for the Council.

Grovetown Lagoon, an old meander channel of the Wairau River, has become a popular area for walking, biking, picnicking, kayaking, food gathering and bird watching.

It includes a mix of Council-owned reserve, unformed legal

road, Land Information New Zealand (LINZ) land and Department of Conservation (DOC) reserve.

Te Whanau Hou Grovetown Lagoon Society Inc. was formally established in 2005 to manage its protection and restoration.

Feedback from the public about the proposal is now invited. The draft reserve management plan

will then be prepared and publically notified. The final plan is expected to be completed in late 2022.

Please submit comments to: tewhanauhourmp@marlborough. govt.nz or via the online form at: www.marlborough.govt.nz/ your-council/have-your-say-consultations

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gardening this week Tomatoes: By Wally Richards

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Administrator/Designer at Geoffrey T Sowman Funeral Directors  Are you a dog or cat person?

Cat, especially Burmese  What did you want to be when you grew up?

Didn’t think too much about it, but had a wonderful start to working life in the banking environment.  Not quite a hidden talent, but I’m very good at?

Finding a way of achieving something challenging.  If you could donate $1m to any charity who would it be and why?

Accommodation facilities for cancer-affected families, as it allows them to be together at a challenging time in their life and without major expenses to worry about.  My all-time favourite food is?

Steak and salad.  The shop you can’t walk past is?

Pet store.

 What song is likely to get you on the dance floor?

Anything Irish.  Your dream weekend involves?

Spending time with family and/or friends, sharing fun times and laughter.  If you could meet anyone in history who would it be and why?

Not one person, but the three of four grandparents I never knew who died too young; to have the joy of memories of time with all my grandparents as I have of my maternal grandmother.  Favourite programme or series currently watching?

Anything medical, none in particular.  What’s one thing on your bucket list?

To beat my husband and three sons on a go-kart track.

Every year we dream of picking fresh ripe tomatoes before Christmas and to have lots of this wonderful crop to eat, preserve and give away.

We are spoilt for types to grow; if you care to check out seed catalogs from Egmont and Kings Seeds.

Most people have their favorite ones which they grow every season and may add to this a new one for variety.

So we can grow red ones, yellow ones, black ones and even green ones when ripe.

Cherry ones for salads and giant ones take take only one slice to fill a sandwich.

A finicky crop some seasons great success and sometimes very poor results.

In the last few seasons for some gardeners the poor results have been the ‘New Normal’ which is caused by the pest insect ‘The Psyllid’ This miniature beastie harbors over in the winter and as the temperatures rise up will start emerging and laying eggs to cause you lots of headaches.

The more that survived the winter the worse it will be for you this season as your plants will likely die later in the season in front of your eyes.

There is two true aspects; if you had psyllids last season they are going to be 10 times worse this season.

If you did not have psyllid problems last season there is every chance you will have this season.

Neem Oil, Neem Power, chemical insecticide sprays will help with low populations in the beginning of the season but even if you spray 2 or 3 times a week they will beat you.

One female lays 500 eggs and given reasonable conditions those 500 can be 250,000 in 6 to 8 weeks.

Nymphs and adults secrete psyllid sugars while feeding. A small number of them can produce a large amount of psyllid sugars.

Psyllid sugars can be an obvious sign of infestation, and may occur well before any symptoms can be seen.

First symptoms of an infection by Candidatus Liberibacter solanacearum are yellowing of the edges of young leaves together with an upward cupping of the leaves which becomes more obvious with time. Leaves can develop dead patches, stem elongation may be reduced, and plant growth stunted.

Annual cycle and seasonality of the tomato potato psyllid Tomato potato psyllid breeds all year, especially in the warmer parts of the country and in greenhouses.

In these situations, all life stages may be found all year round. In other areas, non-breeding adults may be found on plants.

Adults feed on leaves and can mate more than once. A female can lay up to 500 eggs over a 21-day period, but in the field it is more likely to be around 200 eggs.

The number of eggs laid also depends upon the host plant. The rate of development of nymphs is dependent on temperature.

The psyllid develops between 15°C and 32°C with optimum development at 27°C. In a greenhouse with an average temperature of 18°C psyllids takes 33 days to complete their life cycle.

In New Zealand there are to 7-8 generations per year in the Auckland region.

In New Zealand’s winter, the numbers of psyllids are low and development is very slow. Adults and nymphs can survive short periods of sub-zero temperatures.

In New Zealand’s spring numbers on infested plants will begin to build up and reach a peak in late summer/ early autumn.

Adult psyllids have wings and in New Zealand, dispersal tends to be limited, 100 m or more in three days.

They will invade new areas and plants, especially in summer.

When dispersing they will often land on non-host plants.

Tomato potato psyllids eggs are yellow and attached to leaves by a thin stalk. They are usually laid on the leaf edge where they are most easily seen.

Tomato potato psyllid eggs can be distinguished from greenhouse whitefly eggs, which are cream coloured when first laid and then turn black.

The whitefly eggs are laid directly onto the leaves and are often surrounded by white wax.

Tomato potato psyllid nymphs can easily be distinguished from whitefly nymphs and wingless aphids.

So what can do do to have great tomatoes, potatoes, tamarillos, capsicum, kumera and okra again?

I discovered the way about 3 years ago by applying silicon into the plants

as they are growing to make the cells of the plant stronger and tougher which means when the psyllid grubs hatch out they cannot piece the plant to feed. This means being so small they starve to death very quickly.

This breaks the the life cycle of the psyllids and it does not matter how many thousands of adult females are laying their 200 to 500 eggs, none of which will ever become an adult.

So we have Wallys Silicon Cell Strengthening kit which is three products.

Wallys Silicon and Boron Soil drench which is applied to the planting area as a soil drench either prior to or after planting and again three weeks later.

The boron is there to assist the take up of the silicon into the plants but as too much boron can cause toxicity it is used only twice.

Then we have Wally Cell Strengthening spray and Wallys Super Spreader which drives the cell strengthening spray into the plants.

This spray should be applied to the plants every two weeks starting at planting time and until the plant reaches mature size then once a month.

These two spray products are also combined and available in a 500 mil concentrate.

I have suggested for known problems of psyllids to use the drench as well as the spray program.

There is reason to believe where the problem is minor yet or unknown that the spray program maybe sufficient to harden up the tomato plant cells.

Using the spray program you can expect the plants leaves to be much bigger than normal and also larger fruit with better flavour.

The reason is that silicon aids the increase creation of carbohydrates from sunlight making for a better stronger plant.

I am currently using the Cell Strengthening sprays this season on my garlic crop and so far not a sign of the dreaded garlic rust disease.

You may like to try also on any preferred plants to obtain a better plant.

The strengthening of the cells of the tomato plants has no control effect on whitefly so you will still need to use Wallys Neem Powder and Wallys Super Neem Oil to control those pests.

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Part time Kitchen Assistant and Laundry person required We are looking for a part time Kitchen Assistant and Laundry person to join our team.

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ph 0800 00 24 25 Citizens Advice Bureau Marlborough

Permanent Part-time Coordinator 12 hours per week Seeking a coordinator who can support Citizens Advice Bureau Marlborough by assisting and empowering volunteers, promoting relationships, reporting and keeping records.

Tasks and Responsibilities • develop and maintain relationships with volunteers and the community • office administration including record keeping and reporting • liaise with other organizations • maintain a high degree of confidentiality and a professional manner Qualifications and Experience • experience as a Citizens Advice Volunteer would the helpful • understanding computer programs • experience of the Marlborough community A full job description is available by emailing chair.marlborough@cab.org.nz with your expression of interest.

Applications close Friday 3rd September.

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Age Concern Marlborough Inc. Annual General Meeting 2021 Will be held on Thursday 16th September 2021 at the Marlborough Community Centre Seminar room (Room 10) 25 Alfred Street Commencing at 10.30am All members, supporters and other interested persons are cordially invited to attend

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The Family Start programme provides a voluntary intensive home visiting service that promotes safe parent–child relationships and maternal, infant and early childhood wellbeing in high-need families.

We are seeking applications for a Supervisor for our Marlborough include: clinical supervision, managing intake and allocation, The preferred applicant will:

iki and their family/whānau in social work or other relevant settings • leadership and team work skills • a commitment to working in culturally appropriate ways, to re and build on the strengths of individuals and whānau • strong assessment, analysis and planning skills • meet the requirements for registration with the NZ Social Workers Registration Board; or • hold a level 7 degree in a discipline relevant to working with children/tamariki and their whānau • be registered with a relevant professional body • experience providing clinical/practice supervision for a team towards this • a current, full NZ driver’s license.

This is a permanent position, 32 hours per week.

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Protecting taonga native species in Tennyson Inlet To protect native land snails (Powelliphanta) and red mistletoe/pikirangi from local extinction within Tennyson Inlet, the Department of Conservation (DOC), Waitohi/Picton Office, intends to carry out predator control over 9,573 hectares of public conservation and private land.

Description of the area The Tennyson Inlet project area comprises 9,573 hectares of public and private land in the Tennyson Inlet area of Pelorus Sound.

The western boundary extends from the ridgeline above Elaine Bay to the headwaters of the Tunakino River catchment, more or less following a line through Mt McLaren to Editor Hill. In the east, it extends from Cregoe Point to Nydia Bay campsite, crossing the head of the peninsulas forming North-West Bay and then mostly following the coastline to Nydia Bay. From Nydia Bay, the southern boundary crosses the headwaters of the Opouri River and Tennyson Inlet Road to reach Editor Hill in the west. The treatment area is all bush clad and mostly moderate to steep terrain.

A detailed map of the application area is available on the VFML & DOC websites and may also be viewed at DOC’s Waitohi / Picton Office and the Whakatu / Nelson Visitor Centre.

Why we are doing predator control Predation by rodents, stoats and browsing by possums causes threatened native species such as pikirangi / red mistletoe, Powelliphanta - the giant carnivorous land snail as well as once common bird species like titipounamu / rifleman and toutouwai / bush robin to decline in numbers.

If left unchecked the predation of these vulnerable taonga species could lead to local extinction.

Predator control works DOC has carried out intensive monitoring of titipounamu / rifleman and toutouwai / bush robin at Tennyson Inlet for several years.

All monitored titipounamu / rifleman survived the previous 1080 predator control in this area. The first summer following predator control, monitored birds produced over three times more chicks in the controlled area than those in areas without predator control. A year later the monitored titipounamu / rifleman raised more than twice the number of young in the 1080-controlled area.

Also, nesting success for monitored toutouwai / bush robin was nine times higher in the managed area. This resulted in seven times more chicks. Adult birds also fared much better over the winter in this area.

Similar results have been observed for species such as mohua / yellowhead when monitored at South Island sites.

Method of predator control An earlier public notice for the Tennyson Inlet operation advised that it was scheduled to commence from mid-July, but its start has been delayed for weather and operational reasons. The operation will now be carried out at the first opportunity at Covid-19 Alert Level 2 or lower.

The operation will begin with aerial application of non-toxic cereal pre-feed pellets. This will be followed five or more days later by the aerial application of cereal pellets containing biodegradable 1080.

Supplemental ground control, using hand-spread 1080 bait pellets will be carried out in areas adjacent to Archers Road, Duncan Bay Road and Tennyson Inlet Road. Additional ground-based control using Feracol baits containing Cholecalciferol will be carried out around sensitive areas at Duncan, Harvey, Penzance and Tuna bays. All ground control will be commenced within 14 days of aerial toxin application.

All work is weather dependent and people intending to visit the affected area before 1/12/2021 are advised to check the VFML and DOC websites for the status of the operation, and/or seek up-to-date information from the DOC office in Picton.

Bait description Aerial and ground control using 1080: Non-toxic pre-feed baits are cylindrical cereal pellets, approximately 20mm long and sandy coloured (not-dyed). Prefeed contains a cinnamon lure to attract rodents.

The toxic baits are cylindrical cereal pellets, approximately 20mm long, with each bait containing 0.15% of Sodium fluoroacetate (1080). Toxic baits are dyed green to deter birds and contain a cinnamon lure to attract rodents.

Ground control using Cholecalciferol: Feracol baits are in a potato starch shell containing feed paste with a toxic loading of 0.8% Cholecalciferol. Feracol baits are coloured blue/green and will be installed 130cm above the ground on trees. Non-toxic prefeed baits look similar.

Precautions 1080 is poisonous to humans, domestic and game animals. Dogs are highly susceptible. In areas where toxin has been applied, the risk to dogs will remain until poisoned carcasses have disintegrated, which can be for more than six months.

Feracol baits can be poisonous to humans and domestic animals.

These risks can be eliminated by following these rules: • DO NOT touch or eat baits • WATCH children at all times • DO NOT EAT animals from this area or from within the “buffer zone” outside the treatment area boundary. The buffer zone is 200m for rabbits, 1 km for hares and possums, and 2 km for deer, pigs and any other animals.

• Poison baits and carcasses are DEADLY to DOGS. Seek veterinarian help if poisoning is suspected.

Observe these rules whenever you see warning signs about toxins. Warning signs indicate toxin residues may still be present in baits and carcasses, possibly for more than six months. When signs are removed, this means that you can resume normal activities in the area.

If you suspect poisoning Always contact: Your local doctor or local hospital or the National Poisons Centre: 0800 764 766 (urgent calls) or 03 479 7248, or dial 111.

In the case of a domestic animal being poisoned, contact a local veterinarian.

Affected facilities The project area takes in a number of public facilities including part of the Nydia Track between Duncan and Nydia bays (to the Nydia Bay campsite), the Opouri Bridle Track and Archers Track between Penzance and Elaine Bays. Affected tracks will be closed to public access the evening prior to when 1080 is aerially applied, and afterwards until field staff have inspected tracks and removed as many toxic baits as possible. Tracks will be open during non-toxic prefeed application, but access restrictions may be in place for short periods.

1080 will be aerially applied to affected sections of several 4WD tracks servicing electricity pylons in the project area.

Toxin will not be applied to Archers, Duncan Bay or Tennyson Inlet roads, but temporary traffic management will be in place while helicopters aerially apply 1080 to adjacent areas and the roads will be closed for short periods.

Warning signs and access barriers will be placed at the entrances of affected roads and tracks prior to the application of toxic bait. Contractor operatives will be stationed at a number of key sites to control access and provide information to people. Advisory signs will be installed at key sites prior to non-toxic prefeed application.

Public huts and campsites in the project area will be excluded. While 1080 is applied nearby, the huts and campsites will be provided with alternative drinking water supplies in accordance with Public Health Unit’s permission conditions.

For further information, contact the Tennyson Inlet Operation Controller: Vector Free Marlborough Limited PO Box 5171, Springlands, Blenheim 7241 Free phone: 0508 548 008 Email: communications@vectorfree.co.nz A detailed map of the application area may be viewed at the following locations: DOC’s Waitohi / Picton Office, the Whakatu / Nelson Visitor Centre, DOC’s website for pesticide summaries and the Vector Free Marlborough Limited website: https://www.doc.govt.nz/nature/pests-and-threats/pesticide-summaries/ http://www.vectorfree.co.nz/current-aerial-operations.html Visit also: www.doc.govt.nz/tiakina-nga-manu

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URGENT services 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: Monday - Friday 8.30am 6pm, Saturday 9am - 5pm, Sunday and Public Holidays 10am - 5pm. Closed Christmas Day. Ph 578 2271.

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

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Wairau Hospital: Hospital Visiting Hours: Daily 11.30am-7.30pm, children under 12 may visit parents only.

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Picton: Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non-urgent 579 4870.

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THORSEN, Vera Mary: Peacefully on Tuesday August 24, 2021 at Seaview Home, Picton. In her 97th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Douglas. Loved Mum of Derek, Chris and Carol. Loved Grandma to her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Special thanks to all who cared for Vera at Seaview. Messages may be sent to 14A Buller Street, Picton 7220. A private family farewell to Vera will be held.

FREDERICKS, Christopher Cecil (Chris): Passed away at Wairau Hospital on Monday August 23, 2021. Loving and devoted husband of Anita. Loving father of Ginetta and Tom Petersen, Marie (deceased), James and Helena (Tauranga), Bernadette and Vauhan Bardell (Wellington), Samuel and Casey (Tauranga), Timothy and Chantel (Auckland). Loving and proud grandfather, great-grandfather and uncle. Loved brother of Hugh and Lynette, Joan and Ian Ireland (both deceased), Margaret, and John Frisken (deceased), Ronald (Christchurch), Alex and Glenda, Patricia Drummond (deceased), and Ray and Mary Thomas (Christchurch). Special thanks to all those who cared for Chris on his journey. Messages may be sent to the Fredericks Family, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, an interment has taken place and a Memorial Mass will be held later, date to be advised.

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STEEL, James Anthony (Tony): Born 16 November 1932, died 29 August 2021. Beloved son of Fred and Sarah (Sis) Steel, loved brother and brother-in-law of Grace (Steel) and Ramaka Ellison (both deceased), Ann (Steel) and George Gatchell (deceased), Philip and Janette Steel. Cherished uncle of Wayne, Cathryn and Jane, and a special great uncle to the family.

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SOWDEN, Greig Anthony John: On Monday August 30, 2021, peacefully at Hospice Marlborough. In his 75th year. Loved partner of Margaret and Dad of Melissa, Caroline and Katrina. Special thanks to Hospice Marlborough staff for all their care.

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sports talk With Jacob Page

Foster, NZRU feel the public pressure So it is Ian Foster to the end of the next Rugby World Cup. A logical yet uninspiring move when it comes to the All Blacks coaching role.

The knowledgeable rugby folk outside of Hamilton likely will not be thrilled by the reappointment but it was always going to happen once Foster’s team retained the Bledisloe Cup for another year.

Foster and the NZRU have a few public relations issues on their hands.

Can Foster get the public on his side? Only convincing wins will do that and that simply has not happened yet.

He does not have the player depth of the previous 10 years, that cannot be denied but wins are all fans care about in this country.

The NZRU continue to shoot themselves in the foot.

The latest effort came when they hosted back-to-back games at Auckland’s Eden Park pre-lockdown 2.0.

The second of those games saw the stadium only half full.

Prices for tickets have never been higher, many tickets priced between $80 and $200 which is a lot for one

game yet alone two games in as many weeks.

The move to play both games in Auckland has left a taste of arrogance in the mouths of many fans with quite a few happy to see fellow fans vote with their wallets and not go to game two.

A divided New Zealand rugby public usually does not end well for the head coach.

Surely Foster feels the pressure from the disenchanted rugby public who feel their voices are either not being heard or simply dismissed altogether at this point.

As rough as it sounds, the only way this Foster/Cane era will ever be considered a success, is if the All Blacks win a World Cup in 2023.

That seems a long way away at the moment.

Waste water testing continues

By Chloe Ranford

Wastewater testing shows coronavirus is not hiding in Marlborough’s largest towns, but tests continue to be carried out.

The Marlborough District Council was asked by the Institute of Environmental Science and Research last week to take samples from treatment plants that service more than 5000 people, so it could look for signs of the virus.

Testing ramped up across New Zealand after a man from Devonport tested positive for coronavirus last week.

Marlborough’s samples came back negative on Thursday.

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gineer Stephen Rooney said to acquire the samples, the council took small amounts of liquid from Picton and Blenheim’s treatment plants every 15 minutes for 24 hours, over Thursday and Friday last week, and put this into two one-litre bottles.

This provided a snapshot in time, he said.

The bottles were sent to the Institute of Environmental Science and Research’s employer, the Ministry of Health, on Monday morning for testing in Wellington.

The council decided to hold onto the samples over the weekend as it was told no-one would be around to receive its package.

An Institute of Environmental Science and Research spokesman said on Thursday afternoon that the samples taken from Blenheim and Picton had come back negative.

He said since New Zealand went into lockdown, wastewater from 97 spots had or was being tested.

Rooney said the council had been directed to take more samples this week and send them to

the ministry on Friday.

“Because the testing is not precise, even if we get negative test results the ministry might require two or three more samples to see if the region is, in fact, clear of coronavirus.”

‘Pretty mammoth’ results for Cancer Society Felicity Spencer, manager of the Marlborough Cancer Society, has some initial results following the continuation of their annual appeal, despite the cancellation of Daffodil Day due to Lockdown.

“We’re up to about $18,000 from online donations.

“While this is well down on our usual fundraising, this is a pretty mammoth effort given the circumstances.

“In the past five years, we’ve raised approximately $70,000 annually from Daffodil Day but this includes all fundraising activities like fresh flowers, the Daffodil Vehicle Display at Brayshaw Park, raffles and merchandise sales.

“Thanks to all who have contributed,” she says, adding that people are still able to make donations at: www. daffodilday.org.nz/donate

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