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Pregnant mum expecting change

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An expectant mum of twins had to argue her way into Wairau Hospital for an appointment with her obstetrician when a security guard enforced a ‘no accompanying children’ policy.

She now wants the Nelson Marlborough District Health Board to change its policy to allow children under 16 accompanying a parent for an appointment to be allowed access.

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Chloe Dixon is advocating change for others who can’t, or won’t, speak out against the no children accompanying parents policy.

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Blenheim woman Chloe Dixon, who is 31 weeks pregnant with twins expected on May 3rd and is a high-risk pregnancy, had an appointment at the hospital in February. Unfortunately, she couldn’t find a baby sitter for her two-and-a half-year-old son, Theo.

Chloe says despite explaining her plight to the security guard – whom she acknowledges was just enforcing the hospital board’s policy of not allowing children in to the hospital – he initially wouldn’t let her in. It was only after a protracted 20-minute ‘Mexican stand-off’ and the intervention of other staff with Chloe insisting she had to see the doctor that she was finally admitted – with Theo in tow.

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Citizen scientists were out in force on Thursday last week for the Massive Marlborough Clean-up, held each year during National Seaweek.

On Thursday, volunteers from the Department of Conservation, NZ King Salmon and other business and community groups met on Picton Foreshore with the aim of clearing the local seashore and the waterway banks that lead to Waikawa Bay. On Sunday March 6, the beach at Rarangi was the first to be cleaned with Rarangi Residents’ Association members armed with rubber gloves, bags and buckets working

on the project.

On Thursday it was Picton’s turn.

DOC community ranger Miranda van der Linde is entering her second year in the job and the former marine biologist says there are now some refinements in the way success is being measured.

Until now, it has, she says, typically been measured by the amount of rubbish collected, as well as the size of areas cleaned both on land and in the sea, where rubbish is collected from the seafloor by divers.”

With her background in data analysis, Miranda has asked groups participating in clean ups to record the quantities of different types of rubbish collected.

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resulted in fewer beach cleans this year, it has allowed them to test the new tickbox datasheet that shows what sort of rubbish being collected.

“It’s an example of the “citizen scientist” approach,” she says.

Miranda is hoping that they will now be able to record the changes in the type and amount of rubbish is being collected over time, to understand where it’s coming from and ultimately work on ways of reducing it.

The final count from the Picton-Shelley Bay area to Waikawa clean-up was four 20-litre buckets of rubbish - plastic items, cigarette butts, ropes, cans, bottles, plastics and a few abandoned clothing items.

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“My hope is that the NMDHB will alter this policy to align with most other DHBs around the country to allow 1 support person or person under the age of 16 to attend outpatient appointments and allowing children under 16 in to visit whanau at the hospital.”

The Nelson Marlborough Hospital Board wrote to Chloe apologising for the February incident, saying “it could be helpful if your obstetrician provided you with a letter stating your child will need to accompany you to any additional outpatient appointments.”

Chloe is awaiting a response to her policy change request.

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staff I interacted with that day but about the visitor policy itself.”

She says her interactions and treatment by the medical staff for her pregnancy have been excellent.

Chloe says her purpose of making a complaint to the DHB and speaking to the media is to advocate for other patients who, like herself, have no other options but to take children under 16 to an appointment, resulting in an inability to access secondary care services.

“While I am able to advocate for myself it’s important to acknowledge many people aren’t, they will simply accept this is the policy and be turned away from a service,” she says.

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She says the NMDHB’S policy to ban all children under the age of 16 “is discriminatory”.

“I am not concerned children under 16 are being barred from accessing Healthcare at the DHB – it’s clear they can,” says Chloe.

“My concern is that the policy to ban children under 16 attending appointments with their parent/caregiver is draconian and is unnecessary restricting a parent/ caregiver’s ability to attend appointments thus preventing a proportion of our community accessing adequate Healthcare.”

“I think DHB is doing a good job in difficult circumstances and would like to reiterate that my complaint is not about the security guard or other

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Last hug for the Gum

By Mark Hanson

Even a long-standing, self-confessed ‘tree hugger from way back’ admits the old Rewa Reserve gum has to go.

At issue is a 95-year-old gum tree in the Rewa Reserve, Witherlea, which has been shedding small branches for years and has been causing some neighbours concerns from a debris and health and safety point of view.

It’s also cost the Marlborough District Council up to $2,500 each year since 2014 to keep the tree in a safe condition, which had included pruning, branch bracing and putting a fence around its base to discourage people from going too close.

Three arborists’ reports to the Asset and Services committee found recurring failures of tree branches and that this was ‘somewhat likely’ to continue. Councillors noted the cost of the gum tree’s maintenance would go a long way to planting new trees in the district.

Speaking at the Assets and Services committee of the council last week, Councillor Francis Maher, said he was a self-confessed ‘tree hugger from way back’ said he was sadly forced to agree the 95-year-old gum tree would have to be removed after hearing the arborists’ reports.

Francis said it was about having ‘the right tree in the right place’.

“This is a very wrong tree in the very wrong place,” he said.

The committee decided to begin the removal process after reports from three arborists, in addition to a survey of local residents and

the council’s own Tree Policy. The recommendation will go to the full council for final approval on April 7. It will also need a resource consent to be removed.

Deputy Mayor Nadine Taylor, who chairs the committee, said because the tree is a Notable Tree in the Council’s Proposed Marlborough Environment Plan (PMEP), it will require a resource consent to be removed, so there was ‘some way to go on this process yet.’

“Based on the expertise provided by three arborist reports, we believe the tree poses a safety risk to users of the reserve and should be removed,” she said.

Nadine noted the most recent arborist report had identified a developing pattern of branch failure and that the latest failure had occurred even after work had been undertaken to reduce the load on the branch.

“Council received a request for the removal of the tree from a local resident who was concerned about falling tree debris. The resident also expressed concern about the safety of reserve users, especially children who may play near the tree.”

“Following the request, council consulted with nearby residents and the wider community. The feedback received was assessed against the provisions of Council’s Tree Policy.”

“Eighty nine responses were received, 59 from residents and 30 from the general public. Forty two residents and five members of the general public sought removal of the tree, while 16 residents and

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Councillor Francis Maher; “ It’s the wrong tree in the wrong place.”

25 general public wanted its retention.”

The tree is listed as a Notable Tree 189 in the PMEP, recognised as contributing to historical, cultural and environmental values in the district. Only trees that are deemed significant and meet specific criteria become listed.

Listing a notable tree provides a higher level of tree protection, with a resource consent required to significantly prune or remove a tree.

Mayor John Leggett said the committee should err on the side of caution. “Our responsibility is to the users of this area and the general public.” He said the tree had “outlived its use and natural

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“To me it is an easy choice; the tree has got to be removed or we at least need to start work on that process.”

Councillor Michael Fitzpatrick supported the Mayor’s view and noted that there were considerably more trees in this subdivision than had historically been there.

“These gum trees are called ‘widow makers’ in Australia; they do kill people,” he said, referring to their reported habit of dropping large branches.

He put forward the recommendation that the committee approve the request to remove the tree and move to the next stage of the process.

Marlborough Police investigating a fatal car crash on Vickerman Street, Blenheim, on the afternoon of Sunday, March 13 are seeking help from the public.

A 70-year-old man was found dead in one of the vehicles. The other vehicle involved, a blue 2000 model Mercedes Benz, is understood to have been stolen from a Blenheim address on Saturday, March 12.

Anyone who can assist is asked to please get in touch on 105 or Crime Stoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111, and quoting file number 220314/2309.

Bridges to leave Beehive National Finance spokesperson and MP for Tauranga Simon Bridges is retiring from politics.

“It’s been a privilege to be MP for Tauranga since 2008, a senior Minister and Leader of the Opposition. I’ve enjoyed every minute of it, but it’s time,” Mr Bridges says.

He was Leader of the National Party and Opposition from February 2018 to May 2020.

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Blenheim Anglican Minister Derek Harding grew up with aviation all around him.

The post war location of the Redhill countryside, near Gatwick, had a variety of aerodromes with hangers that enticed a young enthusiast.

“I walked through a hanger and there was all this rubbish at the back. The hanger itself was used by the farmer to store hay but there were all these aircraft parts and I thought it would be cool to fly.”

However, the start-up costs in the United Kingdom and still being at school meant any future ideas of being a pilot were shelved.

“I always wanted to but I just couldn’t afford it. It’s twice as expensive to fly in the UK compared to New Zealand.”

Thank goodness for an insurance policy years later which was maturing. In 2010 discussions with his wife Denise led to what to do with the money available.

“She wanted a sewing machine and I wanted to go flying, so we could afford that.”

His involvement with the Marlborough Aero Club led to an association with John Neal, who hired him his Piper Cherokee Warrior 2 (160 horsepower) and gave him flying lessons. The

Warrior 2 is now proudly under Derek’s ownership.

75 hours later of theory and practice resulted in a private pilot’s licence, albeit one that had restrictions with regulations around a 25 nautical mile radius from take-off. Additional training and qualifications saw Derek obtain his unrestricted licence in 2013.

Any thoughts on adding to his flying hours resulted in a shock prognosis in 2019.

Riding his motorbike back from Seddon after taking a church service, his lower stomach felt unusual and didn’t get any better.

A visit to the doctor and a PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) test confirmed a prostate cancer diagnosis.

“It was tiring and there were side effects for sure. Medically, I wasn’t grounded but I knew I wasn’t fit to fly.”

Call it an ideology or a greater intervention from above, Derek got better. The parallels of having a strong faith and flying saw an improvement in his health.

Getting back on his beloved motorbikes and flying the Piper Cherokee again became a reality.

He owns a 1950 Vincent Comet and a 2009 Suzuki Bergman 650.

He says people often ask him what his preferred mode of transport is. “Two wings, two wheels,

Derek Harding on flying: "It's pure enjoyment. I get a buzz from all the learning. The feeling of being up in the air and being detached from the earth."

Blenheim Anglican Minister Derek Harding with Sun journalist Chris Valli. Derek says he often gets asked what his preferred mode of transport is. "Two wings, two wheels, two legs and a car is a must."

two legs and a car if I must.”

Derek utilises his flying expertise by volunteering in the greater community. He has helped with the Kaikoura earthquake and continues to offer his services to Mission Aviation Fellowship (church based), Angel Flights (charitable flights for patients who don’t qualify for an air ambulance) and chaplaincy services to St John

around the Nelson/Marlborough region.

So what is it about flying?

“It’s pure enjoyment. I get a buzz from all the learning. The feeling of being up in the air and being detached from the earth. I like the feeling of concentration which takes your mind off the other things in life. There is no greater feeling.”

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REDWOOD Chris Valli will profile the nine principal leads in Blenheim Musical Theatre’s production of Les Misérables in May 2022. This week is Max Bicknell, who has been cast as Marius.

Mahi Wines Employee Max Bicknell believes Marlborough well and truly punches above its weight when it comes to musical and theatrical talent.

He should know.

Max was born in Santiago, Chile in 1995. The Bicknell’s (Dad Brian and Mum Nicola) moved to New Zealand and Marlborough a year later before sister Maia was born 1998 and joined the clan.

Max’s education at Marlborough Boys College led to a discovery and love of theatre. His Mum was a singer and music became a large part of his life. Yet it was the influence of Con O’Brien (who played Jean Valjean in BMT’s 1995 production of Les Misérables) and joining the MBC Choir which opened his eyes to the world of performance.

“I did at least one show each year of college, probably peaking when I played Jesus in Jesus Christ Superstar in 2013. Since then, I spent four years in Wellington and threw myself into every extra-curricular I could find including the Wellington Law Revue (half political satire, half musical theatre, all objectionable).”

International travel to Denmark and The Netherlands followed and in 2019 Max followed love to New York, returning to Marlborough with his partner in June 2020.

The 26-year-old says similarities between him and his deuteragonist character

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Marius Pontmercy are seemingly far too close.

“Too many I fear. I too am a hopeless romantic and can absolutely empathise with falling for someone so quickly before being torn away from them. My partner Katie (who is in the ensemble), met when we were both studying in The Netherlands.

We began our relationship three days before she moved back to the United States and I moved back here. When I listen to Spencer (Valjean) read Marius’ letter to Cosette, I think of all the letters and poems I sent across the Pacific during the year or so Katie and I did long distance.

It hopefully makes my longing and heartbreak on stage all the more authentic.”

Max says the key learnings from rehearsals have been developing a new skill set and greater understanding of Marius.

“The entire cast and crew are all so gifted and brilliant; it makes me think more deeply about my own performance in order to match their energy. Peter (Director, Peter Meikle) and the production

team have taught me a lot in terms of character. When I did shows at school my strength was always singing rather than acting and it is only now I am starting to stitch the two disciplines together.”

From a vocal selling point, Max’s take on Empty Chairs (where he mourns his fellow students’ deaths after the revolution) is nothing short of extraordinary. It is a song which resonates on a personal level.

“It’s one of my favourite songs. I was lucky to see the show on the West End in 2014.

Les Mis is truly one of the all-time great works of theatre and carries so much relevance to today’s context.

I hope audiences see Marius as someone stuck between two worlds and caught in this turmoil of trying to reconcile his love for Cosette and his love for Enjolras and his comrades. He may be naive but I think his tale is a cautionary one of passion and how fervour can blind you and take advantage of people who you love in return.”

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Rebecca (Bex) Dewes Bex initially started with us in 2005 as a legal secretary before qualifying as a legal executive. In 2015, she relocated to Blenheim, where she currently resides.

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New Zealand Dear Ed Wednesday, March 2 - what a day and night it was in Wellington !

Never seen before in New Zealand and we don’t want to see it again anywhere in our country.

The attitudes of protesters who were doi ng “ t he opposite of everything you could do to limit transmission,” meant it would be hard to dampen any potential protest outbreak.

I know there are good and bad amongst the protesters, but what we saw that day was absolutely disgusting and I feel ashamed to call them New Zealanders.

Thank you to all the police and other people who had a very hard job to do and it was sad to see no respect shown to you all.

These people say they want Freedom, well just look and listen to what’s happening to the people in Ukraine. We do have freedom in New Zealand, but perhaps not like it used to be.

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Petrol crisis needs action Dear Ed As National’s energy spokesman, local MP Stuart Smith will know that the final shipment of crude oil has arrived at the Marsden Point refinery for processing. You also know and approve of the refinery’s closure scheduled for the end of March - as does your Labour counterpart, the Hon. Megan Woods. I trust neither of you has accepted an invitation to the celebratory party.

What dismays and disgusts me, and many others, is the refusal by any elected MP to condemn this enormous risk to our nation’s productivity and welfare.

We are insulted by the empty words uttered almost in unison about making sure we have

“adequate and secure supplies” (your words) and the need for “careful consideration” (hers) should there be a major fuel disruption.

Nothing about affordability and the huge impact on prices. Already I hear of volunteers who drive for Meals-on-Wheels doubting they can continue to afford petrol – just one example of the social cost.

But, it’s not too late to speak out, Stuart. It is possible under present legislation for the Government to buy up the consortium’s shares – start processing Taranaki crude plus the abundant material available for bio-fuels.

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For the record Dear Ed In response to a couple of anonymous txters (Sun March 9), asking me to comment.

Yes, I acknowledge Marlborough Lines has issued a small distribution these past two years, but the point is that Yealands has not.

Yes, the lawyer bringing the action against the Trust some years ago represented me and others on an entirely separate and concluded matter.

Brendon Burns Candidate for MEPT

DHB Bullying Dear Ed In regards to recent news reports of the staff being bullied at the DHB, I was so appalled to read how they are treated.

I know exactly how they feel. I have never been a nurse myself, but have had several jobs in Blenheim myself where I have been bullied so much, I’ve even been in tears myself, so I can see where the nurses are coming from.

Fortunately, I always stayed in the union to

have a back up when it was going, but today one probably wouldn’t know where to turn apart from the Labour Department or WINZ. The nurses deserve better. After all, they spend so much time studying to get their jobs and no one in this day and age needs to be bullied.

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Survey on smoking and vaping in public spaces Council wants to hear your views on smoking and vaping in Marlborough’s public spaces as it prepares a new policy on the public areas that should be smokefree and vapefree.

Parks and Open Spaces Planner Linda Craighead says the new policy, which will be developed by Council, the Cancer Society and Nelson Marlborough Health, will aim to improve health and wellbeing by reducing exposure to second hand smoke in public places.

“Feedback gathered from the community through the survey will help us ensure we reflect the views of Marlburians in the policy.”

“The policy will also help support the Government’s goal of a Smokefree Aotearoa by 2025,” she said.

Ms Craighead says it’s important to note that the Council’s policy is not enforceable; rather it’s an aspirational goal that would see less than five per cent of Marlborough’s resident

population currently smoking, as well as a range of smokefree and vapefree public places across the district.

To share your views, complete the survey via Council’s website before it closes on Thursday 31 March: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ SmokefreeMarlborough Once drafted, the policy will be shared with the community for consultation when people will also have the opportunity to make a submission.

If you have a question about the proposed policy please email: SmokefreePolicy@marlborough.govt.nz

Committee votes to remove Rema Reserve gum tree Councillors voted unanimously at last week’s Assets and Services Committee to begin the process to remove a 95-year-old manna gum tree (Eucalyptus viminalis) from Blenheim’s Rema Reserve.

Deputy Mayor Nadine Taylor, who chairs the committee, said its recommendation was based on professional arborist reports, a survey Council’s own own of residents and the Council’s Policy.

Tree Policy “Our recommendation for removal will go to the full Council meeting on 7 April,” she said. “Because the tree is a Notable Tree in the Council’s Proposed Marlborough Environment Plan (PMEP), it will require a resource consent for it to be removed, so there is some way to go on this process yet.”

“Based on the expertise provided by three arborist reports, we believe the tree poses a safety risk to users of the reserve and should be removed.”

She noted the most recent arborist report had identified a developing pattern of branch failure and that the latest failure had occurred even after work had been undertaken to reduce the load on the branch.

“Council received a request for the removal of the tree from a local resident who was concerned about falling tree debris. The resident also expressed concern about the safety of reserve users, especially children who may play near the tree.”

“Following the request, Council consulted with nearby residents and the wider community. The feedback received was assessed against the Council’s Tree Tree Policy.

Policy.”” provisions of Council’s “Eighty nine responses were received, “Eighty-nine from the the 59 from residents and 30 from Forty two residents and five public. Forty-two members of the public sought removal of the tree, while 16 residents and 25

Waste dumping charges rise to encourage behaviour change Our country’s landfills are a finite resource and Government policy designed to ‘reduce, reuse and recycle’ continues to hit people where it hurts - their wallet.

Council has just completed its annual review of waste fees and charges and last week the Assets and Services Committee considered a series of recommendations, all involving increased charges.

The committee approved an ‘across the board’ rise to recover all costs associated with the increase in the Government’s Waste Disposal Levy, the landfill carbon price, landfill aftercare/ reserve provisions, and contract escalations from user pays (gate fee) contributions, as well as an amendment to the kerbside refuse collection targeted rate.

Assets and Services Manager Richard Coningham told the committee this is largely driven by Government increases in the the Waste Waste Disposal Levy and emissions trading scheme. scheme. “It “It a cost recovery exercise Council, is aiscost recovery exercise for for Council, ” he” he said. said.

The Government has confirmed that the Waste The Government confirmed theper Waste Disposal Levy willhas increase from that $23.00 Disposal willper increase perThis tonne to Levy $34.50 tonne from (GST $23.00 inclusive). tonne to $34.50 (GST This accounts for 41.9per pertonne cent of theinclusive). overall landfill accounts for 41.9 per cent of the overall landfill gate fee increase. gate increase.

“Costfee recovery for these increases needs “Cost these increases to be recovery made viafor increased gate feesneeds and an to be made via increased gate fees collection and an amendment to the kerbside refuse amendment refuse collection targeted rate,tointhe linekerbside with Council’s user pays targeted rate, in line with Council’s user pays policy,” Mr Coningham said. policy, ” Mr said.

Council hasConingham signalled for some time now that Council has reliance signalledon fordumping some time now that the public’s their rubbish the public’sisreliance onbecome dumping rubbish in landfills going to antheir increasingly in landfills habit. is going to become an increasingly expensive

expensive habit. Councillor Michael Fitzpatrick, Blenheim Ward Blenheim Councillorsays Michael Fitzpatrick, who holdsWard this portfolio, Government who holdsto this portfolio, saystoGovernment continues use price hikes persuade continues use less priceand hikes to persuade people to to dump recycle, reduce, and people to dump repurpose more. less and recycle, reduce, and repurpose more.

“There is no alternative to these revised waste “There is charges no alternative these revised fees and as theytoare initiated bywaste fees and charges as theydesigned are initiated by Government legislation, to support a Government legislation, designed to support a policy of landfill avoidance, ” Mr Fitzpatrick said. policy of landfill Mr Fitzpatrick “Any attempt to avoidance, reduce the” impact of thesesaid.

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Instead, changes would this policy.

Instead, people need to undermine be encouraged to focus on people need to be encouraged to limit focusthe on reduction, reuse, and recycling, to reduction, andsent recycling, to limit the amount ofreuse, material to landfill, ” he said. amount sent to landfill, ” he said.

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members of the public wanted its retention. ” public wanted its retention.”

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As the planning of Blenheim’s new dog park progresses, Council wants to hear from the community and dog owners on how they think the space should be set out.

Animal Control Contract Manager Jane Robertson says the new dog park, that will be located up the Taylor Pass to the south and west of George Conroy Drive, is currently a blank canvas.

“This is a really exciting opportunity for us to work with the community and dog owners to create a space that is going to appeal to their four-legged friends,” she said.

“We’d like to find out whether owners want to see agility equipment included, and if so what kinds, or whether dog lovers would prefer the

space to be left as a natural area that’s more in keeping with the natural environment. We also want to find out whether dog owners want designated spaces for different sized dogs,” Ms Robertson said.

“We’ve seen the success of the Renwick Dog Park and now that we are bringing a similar concept to Blenheim, we want to ensure it suits the needs of dogs and their owners. Of course, we will need to work within approved budgets but we would also like the park to align with what the community is looking for,” she said.

If you’d like to have your say, please email your suggestions to mdc@marlborough.govt. nz before 5.00 pm on Friday 29 April.

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Deeply invested in education Marlborough Principals Association President and Witherlea School Principal Andrea Harnett talks to Chris Valli about the role of a principal in the primary education sector and the motivation behind why she does what she does.

“Learning’s potential to occur is hugely enhanced when the human being rather than the outcome is placed at the centre of the process.” Professor Welby Ings, Educational reformer.”

Cue Witherlea School Principal Andrea Harnett.

The self-confessed ‘extrovert’ took over the reins at the Weld Street School in 2018 after 15 years in the ‘mighty Manawatu’.

Andrea counts herself lucky to have been surrounded by strong women in her life who have played a part in where she is today. She was raised by her grandmother and grandfather along with her single Mum who worked full time (three jobs) as soon as she was born.

“We want to make a difference in the future of this country.”

“My wife Adena (Teka) is a professional photographer. It is usually the people who are partners of principals that truly know what the role is and the toll it can take.

Without her support, love and ability to listen then there would be no way that I could turn up every day for this role.”

Andrea is a firm believer that the teaching profession is not a job but a calling.

She is transparent when she says someone has to stay and fight for those who cannot.

“Many of us are in these roles because we are deeply invested in education, in realising the potential of each and every child and we want to make a difference in the future of this country. My teachers turn up every day on the front line and do their very best with the limited resources so I turn up for them - we are a team.

We have been told for many years that things are going to change and we have seen all the reports, all the recommendations. We have seen places like Finland turn their education systems around and we are waiting for this to happen. We believe New Zealand can change.”

The Covid landscape has changed the learning dynamic for both teachers and students right across the education sector

throughout the country.

An increased workload and meeting demands of an ever growing administration, has led to many principals and teachers’ mental health and wellbeing at an all-time low.

“It has been increasing for many years.

Society has changed and the digital landscape has increased the workload and made schools easily accessible.

Assessment has also changed with real time learning going home on platforms such as Seesaw, Hero and KAMAR.” Many principals she says are faced with the reality of rising costs due in part to the global supply chain crisis caused by Covid. Increases in the likes of auditors fees, insurances, digital resourcing, and additional costs for activities has those in education questioning where and when assistance is coming from.

“The collective impact of these rising and the zero increase in operational funding has meant the financial stress, meeting budgets, deciding who does not get the help, larger classroom sizes and increased needs for teachers has put principals in the hot seat 24/7 trying to make ends meet, trying to do the best for their staff.

Trying to make the best decisions collectively knowing that individually people are going to suffer….you carry this all, alone.”

She says being a principal can be a lonely existence.

“Sometimes the end of the day comes and everyone leaves. You get to start your working day at about 5pm and there is a lot to do. There are high standards of accountability from multiple sources. It is a tricky position having to navigate between governance and management.”

Andrea says having to ensure Ministry of Education mandates, and changes and additions to the curriculum are embedded add to a workload which needs a healthier and more holistic balance. She says student outcomes first and foremost should be their primary function.

“The Ministry of Education itself in terms of personnel have changed considerably in the past two years and are an amazing support network for principals.

However, the restrictions they have in terms of resourcing are the same. They have nothing to give other than expertise and morale but their hands are tied.”

Andrea says now is the time more than ever for parents to stand alongside principals, teachers and all those involved in the education community.

Recently, mental health advocate and former All Black John Kirwan has suggested mental health be taught as part of the New Zealand curriculum to assist with the growing demands of the Covid pandemic and external pressures on the wider community.

So what pa r t do parents and caregivers need to play here when it comes to an effective school - home partnership?

“We have had Pause Breathe Smile through our schools which is a programme directly related to positive mental health. There should be programmes that start as early as ECE (Early Childhood Education) to teach students about mindfulness, emotional intelligence, self-awareness and regulation. It’s a no brainer but it will be another thing on the shoulders of the school and the teachers.

“Parents need to show they value education and understand that everything we ask for is to benefit their children. We do this hand in hand.”

So what is the best thing about her job?

“The difference you can make in a child’s life. It may seem corny but supporting someone to see how valuable they are, to truly understand and uncover their strengths, talents and areas of passion is the most rewarding aspect of the job.

“I have always believed that every person, child and adult has something remarkable and you need to dig down, form deep connections to help them see it.”

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Andrea Harnett on teaching: “Many of us are in these roles because we are deeply invested in education, in realising the potential of each and every child and we want to make a difference in the future of this country. My teachers turn up everyday on the front line and do their very best with the limited resources so I turn up for them - we are a team.”

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Tuesday, March 8 was a rather memorable day for Blenheim’s Aaron Falvey.

“I woke up to four new notifications that our film had been selected for four awards at four different festivals which was quite an eye opener.”

The award winning director and his team picked up four awards for their film Rock Bottom including three Best Drama awards and a Gold Award for the Indie short film.

The mental health film is about an ageing boxer who refuses to quit and stars Doug Brooks, Jay Simon and Ian Lesa. The film was officially selected at the Hollywood Gold Awards, Paris Film Awards, Milan Gold Awards and

Director Aaron Falvey.

New York Movie Awards.

Shot in Marlborough, it was filmed at ‘Sawmill Studios’ at the old sawmill site on Waters Ave in Burleigh with the set being built locally. Aaron says the help of local businessman and

supporter Rick Osborne went a long way to creating the space to film and tell the narrative.

Rock Bottom was submitted in February. Aaron says he was expecting maybe one award but to get recognition for four was a surprise.

“I got an email from one of the festivals after winning the best short Indie film and they said they had over 150 submissions so to get picked out of that many films from little old Blenheim is mindblowing.”

“You do get a laurel/logo which goes on the film poster. If you have the prestige of a good quality festival behind your name, people in the film world will recognise that.”

Aaron says the last couple of years have been one of self-discovery by

controlling his own anxiety and ultimately realising future opportunities as a director.

“I had a really hard time with anxiety and self-doubt. Since I’ve got the anxiety under control it’s allowed me to be a much better director. I don’t have much fear about saying (to crew) what I am thinking, which used to be a hard thing. I realise now I can reach my full potential and am destined for better things.”

He says being an effective director is complex with so many different elements. He concedes it’s not just a matter of telling people where to stand or react. Rock Bottom was his first attempt at writing a script which has allowed for greater understanding and appreciation of the process.

“I had directed other people’s scripts which was unique but writing one gave me greater control and autonomy with how I wanted the actors to deliver lines and a particular way of mannerisms. I’m pleased with the end result.

I’m pretty happy how a little Blenheim film has done on the world stage.”

Meanwhile, another of Aaron’s feature-length films Northspur, about a post-pandemic world, has been signed with a distributor in the US with a release through Lionsgate and their Home Entertainment division (streaming) later this year.

The film stars Michael Hurst, Josh McKenzie and Marshall Napier. Aaron’s team says they hope to organise a premiere and a limited New Zealand theatrical release in September.

Rain, hail or shine, we ride This week we feature another rider who has completed the silver Ride Forever course Sonya Dowling didn’t feel confident riding in the wet, so she was more than a little anxious when she took her first ever Ride Forever course, on a recent wet and windy Sunday.

Sonya, a Marlborough Community Support Worker, grew up on a farm, so was riding motorbikes from an early age and they have featured in her life ever since.

She’s always loved being on a bike and bought her first bike at 15, preferring that to a car.

“I’ve always loved the freedom of riding, especially riding with others. I’m a pretty social person and love company on my rides, in fact when it comes to group rides, I reckon ‘the more the merrier’.”

Sonya decided to sign up for a Silver course after other friends talked about how much they had enjoyed their Ride Forever Gold course. She’d never had any formal training and wanted to learn new confidence building techniques as well as have an opportunity to meet new riders.

Two skills that Sonya struggled with were right-hand cornering and riding in the wet. She found herself anxious about both and

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“I was a bit apprehensive riding in the rain especially if the painted lines got slippery, but we were put at ease straight away by the training provider. We would still be riding the same just a bit more distance between riders and expected to ride to the conditions.

Riding in the rain was not as bad as I thought it would be and I actually enjoyed it!”

“The training providers were friendly and approachable, and it was easy to practice skills to make the ride more enjoyable.”

“We practiced emergency braking and U-turns which were quite new to me.”

One of the things that Sonya had to modify was to keep her gaze and head up instead of looking down in front. That was something that she’d found hard as she had been doing it wrong for so long.

Sonya like many riders was self-taught so learnt ‘habits’ that

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The winner of the first $200 voucher draw is Collin O’Brien. Congratulations Colin. needed to be modified. “When I go around a right-handed bend I need to relax more. It was picked up by the trainer that I am too tense, so I practiced being more relaxed and I feel more confident now. I do need to keep practicing that of course”.

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Sonya is now looking forward to the Gold course, once she’s got some more riding under her belt.

“If I could have done these courses when I was learning to ride, I would have started at the Bronze and learned all the correct techniques

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“Every ride is different, and you can never know everything. Things like the rules, the roads, the bikes, change all the time and instructors will be keeping on top of those, so I intend taking regular training from now on”.

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Choosing a wedding cake is where couples can get creative. It’s where they can incorporate their favourite foods, flavours, colours, styles and decorations.

Here are some fun ideas to consider when choosing a wedding cake.

Cheese: Swap out the sweetness for cheese wheels. Layer your favourite cheeses and decorate with flowers, fresh herbs and greenery.

Childhood classic: Were you a fan of rice bubble cake as a child? Why not make a cake from the rice crispy treats and incorporate some fruity popcorn for colour.

Donut heaven: Who doesn’t love a donut? Create a donut stack with the bride and groom’s favourite flavours. Use white icing for a touch of tradition, or bright colours, sprinkles and different flavours for a unique touch.

Mini desserts: Instead of one big cake you can have a selection of small desserts.

These can be displayed on tiers with fancy ribbons, flowers and other wedding decorations.

Cupcake towers: An easy solution to the wedding cake. Different flavours can be used and displayed on a pretty cake stand. Guests might enjoy the ease of taking a cupcake rather than a slice of cake on a plate.

Consider a croquembouche: This certainly makes a statement! A tower of delicious choux puff pastry filled with whatever filling the couple desires; traditionally it would be a crème patissiere.

Add fruit, toffee and edible flowers for some colour.

Individual cakes: It may be a little more time consuming but perhaps ideal for a smaller wedding. These dainty desserts can look as rustic or traditional as you like and are served individually plated.

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There are two ways of getting married; a personalised ceremony and a registry ceremony.

A registry ceremony was once held at the courthouse but changes last year have seen this no longer an option, unless held at Department of Internal Affairs’ sites.

Instead, independent marriage celebrants can offer a low-cost alternative to couples with a set cost.

The rules of a registry ceremony involve the couple holding their wedding on a weekday, and not a public holiday. These follow a set script and standard vows.

According to the www.govt.nz website, couples can apply for a marriage licence online and have the opportunity to select a celebrant based on the location they’d like for the ceremony.

It’s common for couples to marry this way in their home or garden, or choose another location like a restaurant or public park.

The ceremony is limited to 20 guests and two witnesses must be present.

The other option is of course a personalised wedding which a couple can have anywhere they and the celebrant agree. You can write your own vows too.

If you have a back-up venue this must be included in the licence application, because you can only get married at a location written in the application.

After the ceremony the celebrant will provide a ‘Copy of Particulars of Marriage’. This is not the same as a marriage certificate.

The celebrant will use another copy to register your marriage with the New Zealand government.

And remember, you must have a marriage licence three working days before the ceremony.

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Things not to forget during planning

Designate someone to gather all the gifts and cards, and other personal items belonging to the bride and groom.

Let’s face it; planning a wedding is a big task.

There are many large and minor details to consider when organising a day you will never forget.

Couples who have planned weddings will tell you that there are many other things which can be easily forgotten.

Here’s a list to help with your planning.

Bad weather: All couples have it in the back of their minds but generally bank on good weather.

But when the weather really plays havoc, such as strong winds, heavy rain, hail or even freezing temperatures, would you have a contingency plan ready to act on at short notice?

Bridal party transportation: Leaving for the ceremony, travelling to different areas for photos, and getting back to the reception – are all of your bridal party members sorted for transport?

Photo assistant: Give one of your guests the job of calling people together for photos. This person should be someone who knows who family members are to ensure time isn’t wasted trying to find people for the group shots.

Food allergies: There may be a number of dietary requirements among wedding guests to consider, so an easy way around it would be to find this out before confirming the catering.

One idea would be to include a section on the RSVP cards asking guests for their food preferences, or giving them options to choose from for their reception main meal.

Wedding gifts: Designate someone to gather all of the gifts and cards, and other personal items

belonging to the bride and groom. This person can drop them off to the couple’s home.

Food and drink for the happy couple: This is a major! After a ceremony the bride and groom head off with the photographer for a period of time. Guests are often served refreshments during this time. It’s not uncommon for the newlyweds to miss out on food and drink, so organise a small basket of nonmessy snacks and drinks to keep replenished.

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Winter can be a stressful time for many as thoughts turn to not only keeping warm and healthy, but also increased electricity costs.

For some, this might mean budgets are stretched to account for using heat pumps or other heaters more often, and for any rising costs from energy retailers.

Some costs can’t be avoided but there are other ways to help retain warmth inside the home which in turn can mean heating is used less.

Here are some tips.

Take advantage of heat from the sun: Open curtains during the day to allow sunlight to naturally heat your home, and close them before the temperature drops.

Install insulated curtains: Make sure these curtains cover the whole window/door. Curtains that drop to the floor can help to prevent heat loss.

Find and seal leaks: Check for gaps around plumbing to make sure there’s no cold or damp air leaking inside, and seal any you do find. Older window frames can also be where cold air gets in and warm air escapes, so talk to your local, friendly window specialist about having this repaired or replaced.

Maintain your heating systems: A heat pump and wood burner can only work efficiently if they are clean and in good working order. Heat pumps should ideally be serviced every one or two years by an accredited technician.

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Stand-by mode on your appliances can waste energy throughout the year so switch them off at the wall when you are not using them.

Wash clothes in cold water whenever you can and wait until you’ve got a full load before washing.

Check your hot water cyclinder for leaks, and wrap it with an insulated cylinder wrap to prevent heating loss.

Is your water too hot? Water that’s over 60 degrees celsius when it comes out of the tap is too hot and uses excess power. Call an electrician to adjust your thermostat.

A poorly ventilated laundry will force your dryer to use the damp air it has just expelled, making the drying time take longer and increasing your power bill.

If door seals on fridges, freezers and ovens are worn, these appliances will use unnecessary power. An appliance repair specialist may be able to visit your home and fit replacement seals.

Are you someone who likes a long hot shower? You can still warm up on a cold winter’s day and sing your favourite tune in a shorter time frame so you and your family can save money on winter electricity bills. According to Trust Power, a family of four could save $900 a year by cutting 15 minute showers to five minutes.

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Tips for banishing damp!

Here are a few quick and simple remedies for preventing and banishing damp: - Wipe down windows and sills every morning - Deal with steam from cooking - Get rid of bathroom moisture - Ensure ventilation

- Keep your house warm - Install insulation - Buy a dehumidifier - Don’t hang clothes to dry inside

E H T T A BE RUSH! Before you burn your firewood this winter make sure it is dry. If you are having wood delivered, stack it in a way that there’s airflow to help it dry.

Is your wood stacked and ready to burn?

Chances are that most homes which rely on wood burners already have their firewood seasoned, stacked and ready to burn.

But if you have found yourself caught out and on the lookout for firewood to burn this winter, be aware that you will need dry wood, and not wet or ‘green’.

Generally most firewood merchants have dry firewood available, but if it has recently been cut you will need to stack it to dry it out.

When firewood is not dried properly, many problems arise including more smoke which affects air quality, blocked chimneys which create a fire hazard and of course inefficient heating.

Most importantly though, wet wood is hard to light and keep lit, so try to source dry wood if it’s for this year’s winter.

Tips for drying wood It’s best to cut your firewood trees at least a year in advance. If you are trying to burn wood four months after cutting it, you’re

being a little unrealistic.

A good rule of thumb is to always be a year ahead. If you can’t be a full year ahead, you should at least cut your trees in the spring or early summer to give them a good six to eight months to season.

Process the wood as soon as possible Cut the wood into firewood lengths and split it as soon as possible. This will accelerate the drying process significantly.

As soon as the wood is processed, it is important to stack it to ensure that it dries in a timely manner.

Just add air and sunlight Allow air circulation and sunlight to reach the firewood. Covering your firewood with a tarp is not the best idea when trying to season firewood.

Let the sun shine down and the air circulate around the firewood. The best way to do this is to stack the firewood in an area where the sun will shine.

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txt talk with The Sun Dirt Waste of money again NZTA, one bucket load of dirt been on the side of SH1 for weeks today. 300 cones out, three trucks, five people and a digger with a teaspoon of a bucket – no wonder we can’t get roads built, out of control contractor.

Re: Covid results They are announced under Marlborough where we live.

Ferries

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In my 60 plus years in Blenheim, looking back at the ferry service history number of boats and the continuous time outs of the three smaller ships, how are we going to manage as one will always be out of service for some reason. Maybe not for the first year, but history proves a sorry tale of an unreliable service.

In the news I’m reading of a homeless mother of 7 young children including a new born who says she had no choice but to pitch a tent after Work and Income refused to help her after her rental was put up for sale. Life is full of choices lady. It’s your kids I feel sorry for.

Buses Our existing bus company is American owned so no change.

Snail mail Talk about snail mail. Got a birthday card from the United Kingdom that took 11 days to get here. Posted a birthday card to Australia 35 days ago and it’s still not there. Oh I guess it’s because of covid?

Barking dogs Hey neighbours with dogs constantly barking.

Have some consideration for the locals living around you. Shut them up, even get them a non-barking collar…Please.

Cost of Living Crisis?

Sure is Jacinda… and Grant. Absolutely no doubt about it. With the final rate for the current fiscal year highly likely to be in the region of 7.8 per cent to 8.5 per cent (or possibly even higher…yikes), low income earners, super annuitants and non-working beneficiaries are in dire positions. AND, sadly/worryingly, it is only going to get worse. Especially when the full impact of the near 50 per cent increase in petrol price (last 12 months) hits. AND the impact of wheat shortages on basic grocery products will surely mean another near double figure COL rate increase next year too.

Attention: Motor bike riders It seems a lot of motorbike riders are oblivious to the noise they make.

All hours of the day and night. Revving their bikes, unconcerned with residents living there.

People have the right to live without all the constant noise.

Find a place outside of town to play with your toys.

Government Elections It’s time for a change. Why should a minor third party determine who’s in power?

That’s crazy! Bring back First Past The Post. My idea: once a candidate is voted in, that’s it. No need to have Parties, just one team who will select their leader from within.

Become the ‘NZ Council’. Would be a lot cheaper to deal with.

Buyer beware Butchers and supermarkets in Blenheim are selling brisket as silverside, as silverside commands a high price. A small group of us are keeping an eye on this and these are being noted, to make complaints to the Commerce Commission.

Three Waters No one owns the water it comes from the sky.

Just more money we have to fork out, it is so wrong. Speak up New Zealand, money, money, money. New Zealand getting worse not better.

Water meters When ours was installed aprox. eight to ten years ago and we argued with MDC about it we were told that within two years all of Marlborough would be on metered water.

Porkies obviously.

Waste of time and money I have been in Blenheim ten years and have seen the crossing at Taylor River by the recycling fixed at least four times a year. What a waste of money. Put a couple more pipes in.

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Fire Hazard The empty house at 38 Budge Street is a real fire hazard. Long dry grass all around. Who owns it should really do something about it.

Kids rugby So the kids rugby season is coming up. It’s sad to see that so many parents drive their kids out to Spring Creek to play for Moutere so they can be on the winning team and they end up with three teams when some teams in town have kids playing in teams that they are two years too young for. It just makes a team it’s just not cricket. Should be zoned.

Thinking of you Our thoughts go out to you and your families in Marlborough that have friends and relatives in Ukraine.

It must be so hard knowing you can’t do anything from here.

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Bought and brought explained Thought it was about time to correct the professionals, teachers and radio presenters who are getting bought and brought the wrong way around. Bought is the past tense of buy. Brought is the past tense of bring. Just trying to help.

Maori Party Co-leader Rawiri Waititi states (Chch Press Sat, March 12) that the Party would only align itself with parties focused on the Treaty of Waitangi and that a National led government would rather just assimilate Maori and forget they exist. It’s the majority of New Zealanders that are being forgotten and a small percentage of our country that is working to divide our nation. Customary rights to fresh water… what next New Zealand?

Pedestrian Refuge Pedestrian refuge, High Street, Renwick, location total stupidity!

Fuel prices Coincidence? Fuel is increasing, so we must be buying all our fuel from Ukraine – no!

The regime stated Monday it was only short term as the last ship of oil arrives at Marsden Point – no! Parliamentary Services start with assessments for this year ends MP’s salary to beat inflation expectations! Clever, that wasn’t hard to see darling, and maybe a little left to pay for millions of unpaid visitors in MIQ. Thanks motorists!

Silly advert The new TV advert regarding the lower road toll target kind of sends mixed messages when around 12 people and a dog alight from a four seater car. I was always taught never swerve to avoid an opossum too. They should pull that ad for all the bad it conveys, certainly no good there.

Turn it down F45. 5am every school day morning. Could the owner/manager and attendees please have consideration for the neighbourhood. Turn your music down at least until 7am. Kids are hard enough to deal with when they’ve had a good night’s rest.

Re: DHB bullying Should the people of Marlborough and Nelson be concerned about ongoing alleged bullying in the workplace of the DHB. These people are responsible for people’s lives. Someone needs to be accountable and investigate this or is it one for Fair Go.

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MEPT candidates The election is for four candidates on the Trust.

For a message from Brendon Burns, Lynette Rayner and Terry Shagin see page 6 of the March 2, Blenheim Sun

Clive Ballett Clive is a Picton businessman who has been a Trustee for the MEPT since 2008.

He says he will be fighting for the Trust’s beneficiaries to receive a far greater distribution than they currently do, to cover many months of their lines charges, with the goal of having the lines charges covered for a year for residential consumers.

He notes that the investment

Cathie Bell Cathie was appointed to the Trust in July 2020 as the highest polling unsuccessful candidate when a previous trustee stepped down. She says she has spent her time on the trust “working to express the consumers’ voice” within the board.

Having worked in Government agencies, including those regulating the energy sector, in addition to working for several Cabinet Ministers, including

by the Marlborough Lines Ltd in Yealands Wine Group initially provided dividends that allowed the Trustees to substantially increase the distribution to the Trust beneficiaries – the power consumers.

Two earthquakes, tank reinforcements and extreme weather have subsequently negatively impacted Yealands profits.

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Peter has lived in Blenheim since 2007 and has been a committee member and chair of various boards in Marlborough.

He is currently the General Manager of the Marlborough Chamber of Commerce.

He says his understanding of good governance has grown through his various committee and board roles and he believes he can put that knowledge to good use on behalf of all of the

Nita is an accountant by profession having worked in corporate accounting and acquiring skills such as analytical thinking, financial awareness and strategic development, which she believes will be beneficial to the trust board.

As a trustee, Nita says her focus will be to ensure the trust’s assets and investments are maintained to meet future electricity demand for a future

beneficiaries of the Trust.

“I’ve got a great understanding of business and governance and believe the skills and knowledge I’ve gained over 30 years in business will help me be an effective Trustee by asking the right questions.”

Peter has worked in the wine sector as managing director of both Seresin Estate and Highfield Terravin.

Brian Dawson Brian believes he has the skills and experience to help protect and enhance a key part of our province’s infrastructure. His governance experience extends from small business where he has operated a small family business, through to being General Manager of the Marlborough Chamber of Commerce and having been a district councillor.

Through work and other activities, Brian says he is very

well-connected in the community, and he is able to get a strong sense of what residents expect from community owned assets, bringing a well-informed perspective to the trust.

“I am particularly keen to ensure in my role as a trustee that investment decisions being made for local people and businesses are the right ones,” he says.

“First and foremost, it’s about sustainably delivering the

with cleaner, greener and more efficient energy source for our community.

“I have substantial experience in working within teams to achieve defined goals and see the opportunity of being on the board as a way to get more involved and make a positive contribution for the community.”

Nita is a Trustee at Springlands School and currently on the Board of Marlborough Boys

College and was previously President and Board member of the Chamber of Commerce for six years.

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electricity needed by local households, farms and businesses across Marlborough.

Investments outside the core business will need to be carefully examined.”

Mike Insley Mike is a 30-year veteran of the wine industry including, up until 2020, at Yealands. He is now an independent wine consultant and also works in real estate as wine industry specialist.

“I am completely independent of Yealands and all other wine industry interests,” he says.

“I would like to think that what I have will be useful

time with an Energy Minister during a high-profile energy crisis, she is well versed in the intricacies of the energy sector.

She says: “The benefits of Marlborough Lines’ ownership by the consumers of the network are important to many people in Marlborough. It’s important to me that Marlborough Lines and its subsidiaries perform as well as possible.”

Simon is a former principal of two Marlborough schools and has been involved in various sports organisations.

He is currently running his own business consultancy in education leadership, management and project management.

Simon says his work experience and his community service has enabled him to connect with a wide range

of businesses, organisations, agencies and community groups and great people.

“Representing the interests of all MEPT beneficiaries, I am pleased to offer my experience in trust management, investment and governance on a range of boards to ensure Marlborough Lines Company assets are secure, wise investments, realises strong returns and that power provision

meets the needs of our customers.”

Anton James in assisting Marlborough Lines to maximise its returns to its shareholders and to provide transparency and accountability to those of us who are the ultimate owners of Marlborough Lines capital assets and beneficiaries of its surplus income.”

Mike says the challenge is to look after the considerable assets Marlborough Lines has and he would be pleased to be

one of the people charged with that responsibility.

Anton trained as an accountant and has had considerable experience with a major accountancy firm in London which included key roles in senior audit management in the electricity industry.

On returning to Blenheim, he joined a local accountancy practice and in 2021 established his own practice, Anton James & Co. Anton was treasurer of the

Marlborough Civic Trust (ASB Theatre) and helped guide the trust through the financial challenges of the new theatre operation, ensuring a stable financial platform.

“I am able to bring a strong financial set of skills to the Marlborough Electric Power Trust with a focus on clear, transparent information to the public – as I have done with the Theatre Trust – while making

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Ian was elected to the Marlborough Electric Power Trust in 2014 as the youngest trustee to represent the trust.

He is also the immediate past chair of the trust and is looking to continue with a steady and common-sense approach to provide beneficiaries with the best possible level of governance.

“I have extensive knowledge of the nation’s electrical indus-

Domenic was elected to the trust in 2018 and has been deputy chair for the past year.

His commercial experience comes from being responsible for a portfolio of 1bn in assets in previously held banking roles, family business interests and currently as General Manager of Te Pa Family Wines Group.

Domenic says he recognises the importance of the Marlborough Lines network and

try and, given this and being a local businessman, I believe this gives me some fantastic skills to represent the power consumers of Marlborough.

“My business partner and I sponsor many community initiatives and I am looking forward to continuing spending some time to an area I have specialist knowledge in.”

infrastructure to ensure energy consumers have reliable supply and can access it through new and efficient technologies.

“The performance of the trust through its investments directly impacts the ability to pay dividends to the beneficiaries,” he says.

“I will continue to strongly monitor director performance at Marlborough Lines with major emphasis on improving the

sure investment decisions are well considered and match the strategic aims of the MEPT.”

current underperformance of the Yealands Wine Group.”

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Peter Meikle Director of Les Misérables  Are you a dog or cat person?

Definitely a cat person.

 What did you want to be when you grew up?

An opera singer.

 Not quite a hidden talent, but I’m very good at?

Family reconciliations.

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Blenheim Musical Theatre to set up a theatre education trust.

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Growing your own food: By Wally Richards You may ask why is it important to grow your own food?

Food you grow yourself if grown naturally without man made chemicals, will be healthier compared that which is grown with chemical fertilisers and sprays.

Also it will have great flavour unlike the bland produce that you buy from commercial growers/ supermarkets.

Naturally grown produce, when natural minerals are used, such as Wallys Ocean Solids, Wallys Unlocking your soil rock dust and Magic Botanic Liquid (MBL) the plants allow take up all these wonderful minerals and elements and the result is great flavour and so very tasty.

There is a simple formula ‘great flavour/taste = great nutitional value/health’.

My Friend Jack sent me an email this week which promted me to write this current column.

Here is what Jack wrote...

This morning I was waiting to have a haircut here in Tauranga, New Zealand.

The customer in front of me getting his haircut was the owner of a big transport company in the area and was talking to the barber.

This is how the conversation went: “Barber; How are things with you young man?

“Answer; Not bad, but I have a lot of drivers off with Omicron at present which is not the best.

“However, my biggest concern at present is that AdBlue, an essential additive now used in most modern diesel trucks and cars worldwide, is rapidly running out and may close down the entire global diesel truck freight industry within a month or two creating global chaos in supply chains.

“Barber; Why is it getting in short supply?

“Answer; AdBlue is manufactured from synthesized urea and is used also for fertilizer and manufacturing conventional explosives.

“Russia is by far the biggest manufacturer and exporter in the world with China not far behind.

“As a result of the Ukraine crisis, and the sanctions against Russia, Russia in turn, in collusion with China, is turning off the global supply lines.

“It actually started last year. Here in New Zealand and Australia, unless this supply shortage is urgently rectified, in my own case within a month I will have to park up all my trucks and stand down all my drivers!

“That is how serious it may be.”

So everyone. I have no idea if this situation will be resolved quickly or not.

However, in a very short space of time it potentially could turn very nasty!

After all, every can of baked beans doesn’t walk into the supermarket on its own - it comes in by diesel trucks! Do I have to say any more?

Ok if there are little to no trucks to move stuff the empty super market shelves will be more apparent than currently also mail order stuff will not only have long delays as currently with drivers isolating but maybe reduce to a trickle?

So you should stock up now with essential items as well as plant up your gardens with vegetables as the day light hours are getting shorter and growth is slowing.

There is one fresh food you can do without a garden or day light hours to worry about and that is healthy seed sprouts.

Grow your own, fresh, nutritious, tasty sprouts. Mr Fothergills Kitchen Seed Sprouter makes it simple and affordable.

You will find these multi-compartment sprouters at Egmont Seeds in their mail order on line. https://www.egmontseeds.co.nz/ accessories-c-27/seed-sprouter-mr-fothergills.

From their web site they have: Sprouts are often referred to as natures super foods, and rightly so, they are packed with powerful vitamins and minerals.

A study that involved scientific analysis of the vitamin and phytochemical content of 25 types of micro-greens, found that there were higher concentrations of vitamins and carotenoids (precursors to vitamin A) than the full-grown versions of the plants!

Now you can use the sprouter and make the seeds even more nitrous by adding a very small amount of MBL and Wallys Ocean Solids dissolved in the water you sprout the seeds in.

If possible avoid using chlorinated tap water for sprouting as you don’t need the sprouts to take up the chlorine poison.

To overcome this problem place a bucket of chlorinated tap water outside in a sunny spot.

Take a cup of this water lift up and pour back into the bucket when the sun is shining.

This quickly removes the chlorine from the water and after a couple of days it should be free of the poison.

Also a couple of buckets outside to collect rainwater is also great value.

You change the water in the sprouter as to the instructions and ideally the sprouter should be on a window sill where it gets some natural light to green up the sprouts as they germinate.

Kings Seeds NZ is another good source of seeds to sprout with most of them being organic see https://www.kingsseeds.co.nz/ shop/Seeds+for+Sprouting.html.

Then you can always pick up seeds from places like Bin Inn such as mung beans etc.

Once you obtain a collection of seeds to sprout you then need to store them inside their packets, open or unopened and placed inside a glass jar with a lid and put inside your fridge.

That will keep them fresh for years and ready for you when you need or want to sprout.

With both Russia, Ukraine and China not supplying the West with fertilisers, a lot of commercial growers are going to come unstuck and what vegetables that are available will be too expensive for many people.

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What a wonderful Marlborough summer it has been. But, if you haven’t been quite as rigorous with the sunscreen as you should have been, there’s a good chance that within a couple of months, you’ll be suffering from what the team at enhanceskin refer to as “sun damage remorse”. We caught up with Cosmetic Nurse Brittany Fenwick to find out more.

Brittany tells us that Autumn is traditionally the time of year when clients ask her about reversing sun damage. She says this damage can manifest as new pigmentation changes and thread veins under the skin or lined and wrinkled looking skin that has lost nutrients and is generally dehydrated.

Thankfully, Brittany offers several treatments that help counteract sun damage and rejuvenate your skin.

Reversing Sun Damage The Treatments: IPL – Intense Pulse Light: Brittany uses this procedure to selectively treat pigmentation, red veins, or both. IPL requires no downtime, and after a course of 3 to 5 sessions will give a 70 to 80 per cent improvement in appearance. She says most of her clients say they no longer need to hide under makeup after an entire course of IPL. Fractora – Fractional Resurfacing: Brittany says, “This procedure uses fractionated Radio Frequency energy to rejuvenate and resurface the skin. It can slow the effects of ageing and restore your skin, so you can look and feel younger.” She continues, “Fractora is perfect for reducing fine lines, tightening the skin, reducing red and brown spots, and improving skin texture.”

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Are you energetic, organised and thrive in fast paced environments? Do you have great written and verbal communication skills?

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We’re looking to fill our receptionist role with someone who is able to work well under pressure, juggle priorities with a smile on their face, be a great team player, along with having some great administrative skills.

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Please email if you’d like a full job description, and if this sounds like you, please register your interest with your CV and covering letter to admin@dawsonaluminium.co.nz

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MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT COUNCIL

Assistant Financial Accountant or Graduate Accountant About us | Ko wai mātou Marlborough is unique for many reasons. The region offers an array of outdoor pursuits in a distinctive and picturesque landscape. With one-fifth of the New Zealand coastline in the Marlborough Sounds, the land and sea offer unlimited accessibility for sports and leisure.

Marlborough District Council is a dynamic, progressive organisation which prides itself on the professionalism it brings to managing a wide range of functions. Our vision is that over the next decade, Marlborough will become a globally-connected district of progressive, high-value enterprise, known for its quality lifestyle, desirable location and natural environment.

About the role | Mō tēnei tūrangi mahi The Finance department consists of 20 staff who make up a supportive team that always ensure their deadlines are met. They are split into a number of small teams being accounts payable, accounts receivable, rates, financial accounting and management accounting.

We are seeking either an Assistant Financial Accountant or Graduate Accountant to join our financial accounting team. The main responsibility of this role is to support the Financial Accountant in preparation and completion of the annual or long term plan and the annual report.

This role will also; • prepare the monthly financial report by analysing variances and obtaining explanations from the various Council managers.

• assist in implementing various internal audit controls • maintain the Energy Efficiency database; and • manage any projects as required by the team.

About you | Ko koe tēnei Ideally you will have a Chartered Accountant (or equivalent) qualification or be working towards this. This role would suit someone who has experience in a similar role or is looking to make their first move out of a Big Four or Mid Tier environment. Alternatively, you will have recently completed your accounting degree and looking for that first break.

Expectations and remuneration will be matched with qualifications and experience.

Coming from an accounting background you will have solid experience working with financial spreadsheets/databases striving to always maintain a high level of accuracy.

You will have excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and enjoy working as part of a team. We are looking for someone that is not afraid to take on a new challenge or project.

Experience using TechOne or working in a local government environment is an advantage.

We offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou • A workplace that supports flexibility, health and wellbeing.

• An environment where input, initiative and innovation is encouraged.

• A fantastic learning environment and support for continuing education.

• A competitive remuneration and benefits package.

If you are ready to progress your career with Marlborough District Council, apply now!

Applications close 5.00 pm on 23 March 2022.

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

For further information you are welcome to contact Tessa Dever (Financial Accountant) on tessa.dever@marlborough.govt.nz.

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The Club is calling for expressions of interest from persons qualified to carry out services as outlined in a contract document.

The draft document can be obtained from the Club Secretary by emailing them at bbc1892@xtra.co.nz When completed the expressions of interest can be lodged with the Club Secretary at the same email address and must be received no later than 5pm Friday 8th April 2022.

M.Young Secretary

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Please reply by phoning 027 324 727.

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We are a fully vaccinated venue and mask wearing is mandatory.

To apply, please email your CV to info@marlboroughmuseum.org.nz or drop it in to Marlborough Museum, Brayshaw Heritage Park, at 26 Arthur Baker Place before 4 p.m. Friday 25 March 2022.

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AGM Wednesday 24th March 2022 7.30pm Bandrooms 15 Auckland St, Blenheim.

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2022 Trustee Elections Voting is now underway for four trustee positions on the board of Marlborough Electric Power Trust.

Retiring Trustees Clive Ballett, Cathie Bell, Ian Martella and Domenic Romano have been nominated for a further term.

Nominations have also been received from Brendon Burns, Pete Coldwell, Nita Craig, Brian Dawson, Simon Heath, Mike Insley, Anton James, Lynette Rayner and Terry Shagin.

MARLBOROUGH A & P ASSOCIATION Annual General Meeting will be held on Wednesday 30th March 2022 Upstairs Pavilion, A & P Park, Maxwell Road commencing at 7.30pm Interested members of the public welcome.

BUSINESS

1. President’s Welcome.

2. To confirm the Minutes of Annual General Meeting held 24th March 2021.

3. To adopt the President’s Report.

4. To adopt the Annual Report and Accounts for the year ended 31st December 2021.

5. To elect a President, Senior Vice President, Junior Vice President, and General Committee of twenty-three Members (Nominations for the above officers should be in writing with the nominees’ consent endorsed and lodged with the Secretary prior to the commencement of the Meeting.)

6. To elect an Auditor 7. General Business Christine Fowles SECRETARY

A postal ballot is to be held with ballot papers being circulated to consumers named on the consumer roll and identified as connected to Marlborough Lines Ltd network as at 5.00pm on the 24th January 2022.

If you require to confirm that you are on the consumer roll or you require a special vote paper contact the returning officer on the Election Helpline 0800 666 031 or assistance is available at the offices of Blenheim Accounting, 36 Maxwell Rd, Blenheim during their normal office hours of Monday to Thursday 9am to 5pm. Please bring your ICP number details.

Ensure your vote counts by mailing your vote paper early or delivering to Blenheim Accounting 36 Maxwell Rd Blenheim before 12 noon on the Monday 21st March 2022.

BJ Munro Returning Officer

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She may be making her way back to Redwoodtown.

She's smokey grey with dappled ginger, and is micro-chipped.

Please ph 027 469 3397 if you have any information

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 578 0797.

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.

Women’s Refuge and Sexual Violence Support Centre Marlborough: Crisis line number phone 0800 refuge or 03 5779939.

Victim Support: 0800 VICTIM (0800 842 846) Alcoholics Anonymous: 0800 AA WORKS - 0800 229 6757.

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

Phone 578 4272.

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

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

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

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

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

Medical Centre Pharmacy, Ph 928 4265, MonFri 8am-5.30pm

CHAMBERLAIN, Valerie Lucile: 30.03.1925 - 10.03.2022. Peacefully in the care of her family. Daughter of the late Denis and Alice Cahill and sister of the late Denise Common. Loved wife of the late Addison. Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Lyn and Graham Foulds, Tim and Berna, and John and Linda. Loved Grammy of James and Rebecca Foulds, Katherine and Tom Townend, Louise Chamberlain and George Karageorge, Genevieve Chamberlain and Giovanni Ghelfi, and Nicola and Daniel Chamberose. Adored great grandmother of Lachlan, William, Alexander and Libby Foulds; Emma, Lucy and Sophie Townend; and Giulia and Giacomo Ghelfi.

The family thank everyone who has been kind and supportive in allowing Val to stay living independently; thanks also to those involved in her care. Messages may be sent to 304 Scott Street, Witherlea, Blenheim 7201. Donations in Val’s memory may be made to Hospice Marlborough, a/c 03-13690365207-00 Ref. CHAMBERLAIN. Details of a celebration of Val’s life will be advised at a later date.

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

BAMPTON, Murray Selwyn: On Thursday February 24, 2022 at Blenheim. Aged 83 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Rae, loved father and father-in-law of Wayne and Rose, Gregory, Joanne and Allan, Fiona and Michael, and Grant and Sonya. Loved grandfather of seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Messages may be sent to 177 Speeds Road South, Koromiko 7273. A memorial service for Murray will be held at Harvest Life Church, 22 Nelson Street, Blenheim at 10am on Friday March 18. This will be a My Vaccine Pass event, and authenticators will be checking at the entrance; we appreciate your respect in this matter. Numbers will be limited to 100, however the service may be viewed via https://vimeo.com/event/1937412

WALTERS, Leonie Rachel: Passed away peacefully at home, with family, on Friday March 11, 2022. Aged 74 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Ken, and much-loved mother, grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, and aunty.

Messages may be sent to the Walters Family, c/- PO Box 110, Blenheim 7240. In lieu of flowers a donation to Hospice Marlborough would be appreciated and may be made to a/c 03-1369-0365207-00 Ref: WALTERS. A funeral service for Leonie was held at the Harvest Life Church, 22 Nelson Street yesterday, Tuesday March 15, followed by private cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.

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

Tavarayan: Joshua Yohan Peiris Born March 8, 2022 Weight 3.5kg Hospital Wairau

Acknowledgements

SWAIN (Ted): Margaret and family would like to thank everyone who sent flowers, cards and baking. Special thanks to the OAKS and the hospital at Ashwood Park for the care they showed Ted. Also the Renwick Fire Brigade. Please all accept this as a personal and grateful acknowledgement.

CARTER, Gary: Nola, Diane, Daryl, Janet and families would like to thank everyone for their kindness, at the passing of our wonderful Gary. The cards, phone calls, flowers, baking and visits were all very much appreciated and we were very grateful. Special thanks to all the hospice nurses too. Please accept this as a personal thank you to you all.

Community notices Havelock Lions’ Linkwater Market Saturday, March 19 between 9am -1pm in the grounds of Queen Charlotte Tavern. Plenty of books, plants crafts, soaps, woodwork, children’s clothing to browse among while enjoying a whitebait sandwich. Sites still available $5.

Ring Ian 574 2558. This is the final Linkwater Market for the season.

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

Dilakshan Joseph and Sheryl Castro welcomed Joshua in to the world at 4.50am on March 8. To God be all the glory.

QUITO: Soleil Rae and Rocco Siane Born February 26, 2022 Weight 2.5kg and 2.8kg Hospital Wairau Shaela and Rocky Quito are pleased to announce the arrival of twins, Soleil Rae (9.42am) and Rocco Siane (9.43am), born February 26 at Wairau Hospital. Thanks to all the maternity staff.

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sports talk With Jacob Page

White Ferns frustrating so far in World Cup I’ve enjoyed the women’s 50-over Cricket World Cup so far even if the White Ferns’ tactics have been baffling at times.

The competition itself is entertaining, the matches are close and the effort of the players, most of whom are semi-professional at best.

The matches remind me of watching men’s matches in the mid-90s as a kid.

They are tactical battles which eb and flow.

Australia are clearly the best team in the tournament and only catching them on a bad day will prevent them from winning the final early next month.

New Zealand, England, India, the West Indies and South Africa

are vying for the three remaining semifinal spots and I expect that to be an enjoyable tussle to the end.

The New Zealand campaign so far on home soil has been in my view, chaotic and a little shambolic at times.

It started before the tournament began for me when leading spinner and wicket-taker over the past 12 months Leigh Kasperek was left out of the squad altogether.

The decision has baffled fans and only Kasperek herself and the coaching staff will know the real reasons why she was omitted but her absence has hurt the team.

The three-run loss to the West Indies showed a lack of composure in the latter stages.

Talented teen spinner Fran Jonas was exposed with both bat and ball in the opening match of the tournament and has not played since.

Not her fault by any means but more on coaches Bob Carter and Jacob Oram for putting her in that position.

Good wins over Bangladesh and India looked promising but then a pummelling at the hands of the Aussies to the tune of 141 runs on Sunday, exposed the frailties in the team and a reliance on a few, namely Amy Satterthwaite, Susie Bates, Melie Kerr and Sophie Devine, to do the work of many.

Tactically the White Ferns seem to be off the pace. Twice they’ve won the toss and bowled on batting

decks and lost the game, seemingly unwilling to take the game to either the West Indies or Australia by batting first and putting a score on the board.

That’s the approach which has worked best so far in the tournament, yet the White Ferns seem happy to react to the game situation than create momentum in their own right.

It means they must win their games against South Africa, defending champions England and lowly Pakistan to make the semifinals.

That should be the minimum expectation of this team when playing at home and that is now on a knife-edge.

I hope New Zealand Cricket can see the need to invest more money into the women’s game in New Zealand.

The good teams are usually split by the quality of their ground fielding and catching and until players are paid a decent wage as cricketers, that area of the game will always be under-appreciated by part-time players.

If you have not seen much of the tournament so far, I encourage you to do so.

It is of an entertaining, industrious standard with the added bonus of hearing Ian Smith commentate cricket once again.

Now that is a perk worth celebrating.

Blenheim win Orchard Plate The Blenheim and Brooklyn Croquet Clubs competed for the annual Orchard Plate Inter-Club competition last weekend in lovely weather and on well-groomed greens at Pollard Park.

Blenheim hosted the final of the five days of competition held over several months, and came out the winners with 28 games won to Brooklyn’s 17.

Sam Robinson, pictured in the photo, is also representing Marlborough Croquet at the Arthur Ross Memorial Event in Wanganui for Association

players this weekend and is to represent Marlborough Croquet again in Morrinsville at the Golf Croquet Don Reyland Stars Tournament on the final weekend in March..

Players in the photos are the two teams, each in their Club colours - blue for Brooklyn, red for Blenheim.

Players left to right are Kay Clark, Brian Goodwin, Jenny McAuslin, Mike Guillemot, Pam Cross, Dale Simpson, Chris Grigg, Sam Robinson, Donna Kelman, Peter Burt and Joy Hayes.

The team with their trophy.

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Golf Results

Saturday, March 12: Top Dog Qualifying & Medal - Men: Tim Latter 69 (c/b), Grant Hagen 69, Sam Rutherford 69, Mike Collins 71, Mike McKenzie 72, Peter Jerram 72, Colin Baker 73,

Picton Golf Club Saturday /Sunday, March 5 and 6: Dewar Cup 36 Hole Tournament: Dewar Cup: Best nett, Mark Ivamy 135, Ian Molloy 137, Gary Aldridge 138 c/b, Jeff Pascoe 138, John Billingsley 140, Ant Booker 142 on C/b from N Wright & John Saxon. Marlborough Stroke: Best Gross in Grades- Senior- 1st Blair Bavin 143, Brook Hale 2nd, Ian Molloy 3rd,

Mark Le Compte 4th, Paul Silke 5th. Intermediate Gross: 1st Jeff Pascoe 158, Gary Aldridge 162, Dave Watson 168, Shane Waters 169, Bill Reeves 173. Junior Gross: 1st Mark Ivamy 177, Nick Wright 180, John Saxon 184, Ian Johnson 189, Mike Ashworth 192.

Awatere Golf Club Wednesday, March 9 - Ladies LGU - 1st Wendy Avery 71, Sue Murray 74 Saturday, March 12 - Ladies LGU - 1st Sue Murray 74, 2nd Pam Farrell 76. Men also played

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Marlborough Golf Club March 8 - Women’s 9 hole All Irons: Elizabeth Bibby 20, Suzanne Clifford 19, Shirley White 16, June Maslin 16. March 9 - Women’s net medal Silver: Jane Anderson-Bay 75, Julie Nicolle 75.

Bronze I: Jackie McGarry 77, Karen Morris 79.

Bronze II: Kath Ellley 74. Bronze III: Pam Pullar 74, Annette Wilkinson 76. March 10 - Men’s stableford Div.1: Hans Blohm 41, Paul Roughan 40, Ramon Coleman 40, Ian Newport 40, Hugh Bay 39, Tom Kelsall 39, Robin Whiting 39. Div.2: Alastair Boyle 42, Rex Scoble 41, Adrian Joshi 41, Colin Marsden 38. March 12 - Women’s

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% off

PLEASE NOTE : We are closing at 5pm on Fridays

30% OFF ALL INDIVIDUAL TENG SOCKETS

Discounts apply to existing store stock not already on special. No further discounts apply. Sale ends 31st of March 2022

31 High St • Renwick

www.basisnz.co.nz | sales@basisnz.co.nz

All prices include GST

Ph: 572 8880

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Wednesday March 16, 2022

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