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Set against the backdrop of the French Revolution, it is a story of human tragedy in an inhumane social structure.

French peasant Jean Valjean (Spencer Kingi) is being released on parole after serving 19 years hard labour for stealing a loaf of bread for his sister’s starving child.

His release proves troublesome until he receives food, kindness and mercy from a Bishop (Derek Harding).

Valjean then decides to break his parole, discard his former identity, and start a new life.

He has a nemesis, the Inspector Javert (Rhys Hingston), and a good part of the story is based around ex-convict Valjean’s belief that people can change, with Javert’s unswaying conviction that they cannot.

Along the way Valjean and Javert, with a slew of other characters, are swept into the French revolutionary period where a group of young idealists attempt to overthrow the government forces by setting up street barricades in Paris.

From the stirring opening bars of the show you sense that you are in for something special, and you are not disappointed.

The principals, including Fantine (Sara Bishell) and Eponine (Jessie Sawers) are outstanding, bringing consummate skill and passion to a challenging vocal score.

There are solo showstoppers – Who Am I? I Dreamed A Dream; Bring Him Home. But it is the ensemble numbers – One Day

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Fantine (Sara Bishell) sings I Dreamed a Dream while Jean Valjean (Spencer Kingi) comforts Cosette (Katie Young) in the epilogue, Valjean’s death scene.

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The scourge of Covid has caused some tears in the fabric of our society: we are not as united, kind and forgiving as we should be.

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Marlborough Film Festival stand proud

By Chris Valli

Blenheim Film Director Aaron Falvey says Marlborough has a lot to be proud about, especially over the past two years.

Aaron is the Marlborough organiser for the Top of the South Film Festival to be held at Event Cinemas this Saturday, May 21.

From drama to documentaries, comedy to horror, music videos to animations, the festival celebrates the best locally produced short films.

Over 40 films are showcased in four different screening events: the Gold Reel and Silver Reels, the Aotearoa Reel (the best entries from all of New Zealand) and the Young Top of the South Filmmakers screening.

Aaron is the emcee for both the Silver and Gold Reel Screenings.

The Gold Reel films are the very best films in the region whilst the Silver Reel Films are made up of films which did not quite make it into the top two hours of films screening in the Gold Screening.

Aaron says both screenings have some excellent local content for audiences to enjoy.

“A few years ago we didn’t have Northspur and we most certainly didn’t have a screen office or a studio. Now we have all that and we have people in the region working to a professional standard.

Marlborough has a lot to be proud about, especially over the past two years.”

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Last week for cheese rolls This week is the last week for the Beavertown Blenheim Lions cheese rolls fundraiser.

Publicity Officer Carol Taylor says the cheese rolls are $10 a dozen or $5 for five.

Orders can be done by phoning 021 399 649. Internet banking is available.

Last year, they raised $3000 for the Marlborough community which went to local schools to assist with their breakfast in schools initiative.

Pick up is from the Redwoodtown Community Hall Saturday, May 28 between 11.30 - 3pm.

Predator-free prizes Marlborough director and producer Aaron Falvey on the set of his feature movie Northspur. Aaron says the success of Northspur was made possible with the support of the generous volunteers of the community. "That attitude has been passed onto short films in the region as well which has really helped make films.”

Northspur, filmed in Marlborough in 2019 is an action movie about a man’s struggle to save his wife in a post-apocalyptic New Zealand. Aaron directed the movie and worked alongside Nelson based writer Justin Eade to produce the 90 minute film.

Aaron says Northspur has really given people the confidence that they can make whatever sort of film they want to with the right attitude.

“If there was any one message that came from Northspur it’s that it was ‘the little film that could’.

All of it was made possible with the support of the generous volunteers of our community. And that attitude has been passed onto short films in the region as well which has really helped make films.”

Last year’s festival was postponed so Aaron says both the 7th and 8th year events will be this year with the 8th being at the end of this year.

Aaron says there are some awesome films this year and everyone has really raised the bar in terms of overall quality and storytelling.

“War Paint by Keelan Walker and Justin Eade is a real stand out film.

As is James Blond by Jonathan Lopardo, written by Justin Eade.

My film Rock Bottom, written and directed by me, is also screening.

There really is a variety this year with music videos, documentaries and traditional narrative-driven films. Tinsel Over Twizel is again another great film starring Nivi Summer from Shortland Street.”

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Nelson/Marlborough creatives who have come to the fore in the Top of the South film industry in recent years.

Directors Justin Eade, Tyler Redmond, Keelan Walker and Aaron himself continue to demonstrate quality mahi and lift the local film industry profile while actors Jaemes Peter Churchward (Wairau Affray), Peata Panoho (Northspur and War Paint) and Hamish Duncan are bringing a sense of diversity and cultural awareness to the big screen.

Aaron says all films are red carpet screenings which gives the public an opportunity for Marlburians to dress up for the black tie event.

To see the full lineup and to buy tickets tsfilmfest.org

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Wednesday May 18, 2022

Dropping like it’s hot Grant Boyd is on the Move drop for youth

By Chris Valli

The Graeme Dingle Foundation ‘Drop for Youth Marlborough 2022’ fundraiser will see Marlburians plummet from 9,000 feet in a breathtaking skydive. The ‘droppers’ are asked to set a target of at least $1,000. All funds raised will support the work of the Graeme Dingle Foundation in transforming young lives within the Marlborough region. In the seventh of eight profiles, we talk to Grant Boyd.

When Grant Boyd approached long-term supplier, Move Freight’s Graeme Taylor with the question ‘have you ever wanted to throw me out of a plane?’ Graeme quips, “how could I say no to an offer like that?”

Grant is one of 109 “droppers” taking part in the “Drop for Youth”.

But it’s far from the first time he’s got behind the local charity, having been involved in supporting them for over a decade now.

Graeme Dingle Foundation Regional Manager Kelvin Watt says Grant has been a stalwart supporter.

“He’s mentored in our Career Nav-

Grant Boyd and Kiwi from the Graeme Dingle Foundation. Grant says he thought it was about time he pushed himself outside of his comfort zone.

Right: Kiwi and MOVe (correct spelling) Freight’s Graeme Taylor.

igator programme for five years in a row, helping various Marlborough college students find a pathway beyond their college years. He’s also been known to put his body on the line, probably most notably in his wild ‘Crossing the Cook’ idea, says Kelvin.

In 2016 Grant and fellow Sanford employee Zane Charman paddled across the Cook Strait to raise money for the Graeme Dingle Foundation, Marlborough. They battled a difficult start with the first fifteen minutes being just survival as they crested waves of up to four

metres in their kayaks.

However, they arrived safely to a hero’s welcome in Picton led by local school children. Crossing the Cook raised over $30,000 for the Foundation.

“I thought it was time I pushed myself outside my comfort zone again, to raise money for our local young people. I’m a big believer in the work the Graeme Dingle Foundation is doing with our next generation.

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No more days Chris Valli is part of the barricade and ensemble for Blenheim Musical Theatre’s production of Les Misérables. It opens tonight.

Bonjour.

Well here we are. May 18. Opening night or in French, Soiuree d’ouverture.

What a ride and journey it has been in a world of events not going ahead and yet, tonight reflects the commitment, passion and bloody hard word to get where we are.

I began writing this column back in October with the initial expectation of reflecting on the rehearsal process and providing some kind of context or back story to a production that debuted in the West End on October 8, 1985. I was nine. My world in 1985 revolved around watching Sir Richard Hadlee and the late Martin Crowe getting one over the Australian cricketers at the Gabba in Brisbane.

It goes without saying Marlburians are ready to see an event, to come out and enjoy a night out. We are ready to deliver and leave you crying for more. You can guarantee you will be crying. And then some.

Opening night has allowed this writer many reflections, none more so than a weekend workshop for potential cast back at St Ninians Church in October last year. The weekend sowed the seed for a home-grown cast you will see on stage tonight and for the next 10 performances. It was fascinating, the what, the why and the how. Working in close proximity, reacting to each other (note the prefix in re acting) and providing a stimulus or context to be effective story tellers. Those stories will be portrayed tonight to the fullest.

I had a beer with an orchestra member last night and as all thespians do, had a conversation around the technical aspects of the show.

It reiterated the willingness of all to make this show just that little bit more polished.

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are remarkable. My personal favourite is the percussion sound in the prologue, enough to bring any thespian to attention and deliver vocally from the outset. The collective orchestral folk are world class and in many ways, make ‘us’ look good. Thank you - you know who you are!

Not much needs to be said really. Less is more and in the case of Les Misérables it’s unquestionably the lighting, score and subtleties which will have the greatest impact on Marlburians.

I/we have been blessed. To love another person is to see the face of God. The love of theatre and working as a collective is to the fore in this production. It has been hard work. Husbands, wives, partners left to keep the home fires burning and to carry on. You folk are fundamental to the success of this production when the curtain goes up tonight.

I will leave the last word to Les Misérables author Victor Hugo.

His work touched upon most of the political and social issues and the artistic trends of his time. His opposition to absolutism and his colossal literary achievement established him as a national hero.

There’s a collective group of heroes in this production. We all had a dream or aspiration to be part of this production and the time is here. Finally, May 18, 2022.

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Sosoaia Lofakaitamaki Mesui, Blenheim Seki As. I like to support my fellow island business and their food just reminds you of being back home for Mum’s home island cooking. Nothing beats it.

Stephen Hobson Blenheim Tamarind (Indian) Restaurant. Like very spicy dishes but north Indian cuisine with use of fruits and nuts also tickles the palate.

Mosquito memories The firing of the engines on the Mosquito aircraft at Omaka over the weekend reminded me of the tragedy that occurred in March 1952.

The New Zealand Air Force had many of these planes and I was there when they put on a display at the air base over one weekend.

When leaving the next day to return to Ohakea, local boy flight officer Cyril Waters,

who I was at school with, took off and did a barrel roll over the base.

His attempt at a second roll was not completed and the plane crashed heavily into a paddock south of Woodbourne. Both occupants were killed.

A sad day for Marlborough and the Airforce, never forgotten by many.

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Daytime Running Lights Dear Ed Congratulations for showing such good sense, Grant Baxter.

How great it would be if our traffic mandarine would bring in this simple rule, rather than subjecting us to embarrasingly stupid and pointless, and outrageously expensive, adverts guaranteed to do nothing for road safety.

Those first-worlders the Scandinavians have had compulsory daytime running lights for ages.

On buying my latest wagon, a 2008 model, I immediately swapped the parklight globes for high-intensity ones which draw

no more current but can be seen from far away, knowing how even on a brilliant sunny day vehicles can emerge from patches of deep shade where they’ve been surprisingly hard to spot if without any lights.

My lights come on with the ignition, so I can never be without them.

Even when it is good and dark, it is worrying how what looks like an overtaking or turning opportunity suddenly reveals a lightless wonder in a stream of oncoming traffic.

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

New coastal forest honours East Coast locals

Remember to put on your pink shirt on Friday

Keen volunteers have been out in force to plant 1,000 trees at Mussel Point, between Marfells Beach and Cape Campbell. The trees commemorate the hardships faced by locals after the Kaikoura earthquake of November 2016.

“Mussel Point is an important place of solitude, allowing people to recharge and recover. We wanted to recognise the difficulties that the East Coast locals endured and honour their resilience,” said Mike Aviss, Council’s Biodiversity Coordinator.

The planting came about through a Matariki Tu Rakau grant application, part of the One Billion Trees programme. The grant provides funds for people to plant living memorials that honour members of the community. Te Uru Rakau/the NZ

Friday 20 May is Pink Shirt Day, when people around the world, including here in Blenheim, are encouraged to put on a pink shirt to symbolise their stance against bullying.

Mayor John Leggett says Pink Shirt Day is all about working together to stop bullying by celebrating diversity and promoting kindness and inclusiveness. “This is the kind of Council and community we all strive for - a place where people feel safe, valued and respected, regardless of age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability or cultural background,” he said.

Council’s Health and Safety Advisor Anthea Merwood said diversity is more visible than ever as we continue to embrace different cultures and identities. “As we spend much of our time at work, we all deserve to feel comfortable within the workplace,” she said.

Forest Service administers the One Billion Trees fund.

“Before the earthquake this land was beach but it was lifted up above the influence of the tides,” Mike said.

“We will grow a native coastal forest behind the beach which will have the benefit of shading out the invasive marram grass and reducing its impact on the environment. The farmland behind the strip is recognised as a Significant Natural Area and has been protected in perpetuity by the owners of Cape Campbell farm under a QEII Covenant.” “Many thanks to the volunteers who helped out.”

For more information on the fund go to www.mpi.govt.nz/forestry/fundingtree-planting-research/matariki-tu-rakau/

“Council offers an employee assistance programme, allowing staff to access support in a variety of ways including on-site support, education and leadership coaching and overall assistance with wellbeing. This year, to coincide with Pink Shirt Day, Council will be rolling out its ‘Anti-Bullying Policy and Guidance’ for consultation with staff,” Mrs Merwood said.

This year the clock tower in Seymour Square will also shine pink in support of Pink Shirt Day. For more information visit: www.pinkshirtday.org.nz

Make it Marlborough is back Volunteer tree planter Zeke Hoskins helped out on the day

Autumn leaves are falling Autumn is here and the sweeping of kerbs, roads and channels is underway.

Outside of the CBD, sweeping footpaths is not part of Marlborough Roads’ regular maintenance work unless there is a safety risk caused by debris. So if you’re able to assist in keeping the footpath clear outside your home, please pick up a broom.

Do not sweep the leaves into the drainage system. Street flooding can be prevented by the simple neighbourly act of removing rubbish or leaves from roadside drains. However, if there is an excess build up please call us so we can remove it safely. Residents can help by checking their drains when heavy rain is forecast. If you’re in a low-lying or flood-prone area, clearing away rubbish or leaves can avert flooding. After a rainstorm it helps everything dry out so much faster if water can drain away quickly. If you see a blockage or need a hand to clear a drain or footpath, get in touch by calling Ph: 03 520 7400.

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Marlburians are being asked to be a ‘hospo hero’ with the return of the region’s official support local campaign, Make it Marlborough.

Originally funded by The Economic Action Marlborough (TEAM) Group to offset the impacts of Covid-19, the campaign is making a return thanks to the Marlborough Chamber of Commerce.

General Manager Pete Coldwell says the Chamber approached Council to suggest the campaign was brought back. The Chamber is co-funding it along with Mediaworks and Council.

“Over the next seven weeks, the Make it Marlborough team will be encouraging people to shop local and support our hospitality community who continue to do it tough as a result of Covid-19,” Mr Coldwell said.

The campaign will encourage businesses to reward their staff with local café vouchers. There will also be weekly competitions to win $20 vouchers to entice them to get out and support Marlborough’s hospitality sector. TEAM is providing $8,000 to the Chamber to run the campaign with radio

advertising on MORE FM, social media and café vouchers to encourage people to shop in the Blenheim and Picton CBDs. Councillor Mark Peters who is also the Chair of TEAM Group says while the TEAM Covid-19 response unit has formally concluded its work, it has continued to keep an eye on where it could contribute to make a difference - and this fits well. For more information, including how to enter, visit the Make it Marlborough Facebook page: www.facebook.com/makeitmarlborough

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One Love - Musical Theatre Blenheim Musical Theatre’s production of Les Misérables opens tonight amidst much excitement and fervour. Chris Valli took time out from his rehearsal schedule to talk to the Marlborough families involved and their insights into why this production gives a new definition to the word ‘family’.

Blenheim Musical Theatre’s Mission Statement aims to promote and foster the study, production and performance of musical theatre by providing a platform for local performers, technicians, designers, directors and other key personnel to become actively involved in the world of musical theatre.

I’d suggest they have left a key word out. Family.

For Blenheim’s Lloyd Bush, his day job is as an artisan upholsterer. His first involvement with BMT was the set construction for My Fair Lady back in 2011 followed by helping backstage during the show.

Son Jasper is treading the boards in his first BMT show and has been cast as one of the two Gavroche’s in Les Misérables.

“When I auditioned I forgot the words. I thought it was all over. But two weeks later I got a call-back and when I walked in seeing the other people auditioning I felt scared because I knew the other people had more experience than me.”

Lloyd says BMT would be considered a family as they all have theatre in common.

“It is all about working together and supporting each other to put on an audience pleasing theatre production that knocks their socks off. Everyone’s role is important from onstage to backstage to all the other roles that make the show run.”

Step Dancewear owner and operator Holly Gleeson says Les Misérables has always been a show that she wanted to be a part of.

Her nine year old daughter Sage has been cast as Cosette and decided to audition once Holly let her watch the movie.

“I thought it was really cool and I love being on stage,” she says.

From a learning perspective Holly says Peter (director) and Linda (vocal director and orchestra) have taught

her immensely.

“Singing almost every day for six months has definitely made my voice stronger. Peter’s approach to directing us is incredible. There are too many things I have learnt to list. He’s got a lot to give, I’m already hopeful to do another show with him.

“When you leave your own family at home to go hangout with another 60 people three or four times a week, they, by default become your family.

It’s something special, everyone’s so supportive, I will actually really miss everyone come June.”

Blenheim Pharmacist Rebecca Anderson and husband Alan have put their hands up to be involved in the production and have their two daughters Laura and Kate in the children’s ensemble.

She says the best part of the process is being part of the theatre family.

“The cast and crew are so supportive and encouraging with the children. I love seeing the children’s passion to be a part of the show and watching them get into character.”

“Singing almost everyday for six months has definitely made my voice stronger” Dance on Grove assistant director Elly Molly’s first BMT show was My Fair Lady as a Cancan dancer at the age of 13. Her Mum Anna is involved with make-up for Les Misérables after being involved with Mary Poppins (2018) where she was first introduced to make up.

Elly, who is the understudy to Cosette, says such an intense production can also be so therapeutic.

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WE ARE FAMILY: Back row; Shelley Durkin Zintl, Lloyd Bush, Rebecca and Alan Anderson, Spencer and Louise Kingi and Holly Gleeson. Front row; Ava Zintl, Jasper Bush, Kate and Laura Anderson, Amelia and Alice Kingi and Sage Johnson.

therapeutic way to wind down, you’re with people who share the same passion and love for something and it is such a calming atmosphere.

“The camaraderie that comes with this cast is incredible. The personal passion and excitement that everyone has for the production makes it inevitable to form connections with people amongst the show. Everyone comes from all walks of life but we all share that one same love, musical theatre. BMT has allowed us to create lifelong friendships, life long memories and of course our life long Les Mis family. This is a show I will never forget.”

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Blenheim psychologist Shelley Durkin Zintl is in the show with daughter Ava. The last time she did theatre was at university and says her ‘theatre family’ were like a family away from home but nothing like Les Mis. “Perhaps because of all the additional challenges we have had with Covid and the journey of getting this show to the stage – this just feels like a much bigger

deal and the bonds feel deeper.”

Shelley says the production has been the biggest thing she’s been part of since having her own family.

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LEFT: FATHER AND SON: The late Ray Henwood and Dai in Wellington.

RIGHT: Dai in his role as presenter of TVNZ’s Lego Masters NZ.

Everyone needs a laugh at the moment

By Chris Valli

Comedian Dai Henwood says it’s handy in the New Zealand entertainment industry to have a few strings to the bow.

The 44 year old Lego Masters TV host will join Jeremy Corbett, Paul Ego and fellow comedians in the 7 Days TV Show Live Nationwide Tour. The tour will see 13 shows in 13 towns including Blenheim on Monday, June 13.

The Auckland based father of two says hosting TVNZ’s Lego Masters has given him a new-found appreciation of an established routine.

“The thing about working in New Zealand in the arts is you have to

have a few strings to your bow. I do almost everything from voiceovers to TV work. I’m super proud of Lego Masters. I’ve been a late night comic for so many years but now that I have a nine-year-old and a six-year-old it’s bloody awesome to have an entertainment show I can watch with them before they go to bed.”

Dai grew up with Lego as a kid.

However, he says he never really appreciated how intense Lego could get as an adult.

“People have insane collections and can sit down and build for 16 hours and come up with an amazing creation. I’m a follow the instructions kind of dude. I have creativity when it comes to talking

and comedy but I struggle when I have to build with Lego.”

In Lego Masters NZ, six teams of two compete in challenges in which they build fantastical scenes from Lego bricks in the hope of taking home prizes including $25, 000 to spend at the Warehouse, twin Fiat 500s and the title of the first ever winners of Lego Masters NZ and its accompanying yellow-brick trophy.

Dai lost his actor father Ray Henwood in 2019, well known for his role as Hugh in Roger Hall’s Gliding On (TV sitcom from 1981 -1985). The influence of his father on his career continues to resonate three years after his death.

“I admired him as a comedy

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performer. He actually instilled in me that if you want to move into the Arts you have to work bloody hard and be professional. If you work hard and you are nice you will get the gig. I knew he was fully proud of me and what I had achieved.”

The last time Dai and the Seven Days crew were in Marlborough was 2018, the last nationwide tour before Covid squashed live events and the opportunity to travel.

“Blenheim was such a cracking film show last time we just had to get in on the live tour.”

He says often when the show visits regional New Zealand the producers like to incorporate a local person from about town or

some local stories so people can have a laugh about people they know. Blenheim, he says, will be no exception.

So who has the best live audience in the country?

“It moves around a bit to be honest. The guarantees where it’s a cracking time is Hamilton and in the South Island it’s Blenheim and Christchurch. People are hanging to go out and stoked to not be home and have you come out. Everyone needs a laugh at the moment.”

As for his plans while he is here?

“I’m leaving my Marlborough excursions up to (host) Jeremy Corbett. He was born in Blenheim and his family is there. His whanau usually takes us out somewhere.”

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‘The Woody’ - Pig and Deer Hunt 2022

By Chris Valli

The biggest event on the Woodbourne Tavern’s social calendar is gaining momentum.

The Pig and Deer Hunt 2022 is scheduled for the Queen’s Birthday weekend (June 3 - 6).

According to Woodbourne Tavern and Motels manager, Rowan Ingpen this year’s event is seeing a lot of out of towners who have already entered.

There are three categories as in previous years with the Open for 18 years and over which includes two animals, pig and deer.

The Teen category costs $40 for 10 - 17 year which includes two animals.

The Kids category (nine years and under) costs only $5 per entry and is sponsored by Supervalue Renwick. Last year, there were 57 entries in this category.

The Luke Dixon Memorial Trophy will be handed out to the hunter with the heaviest pig on the day. Luke was a 20-year-old Spring Creek hunter who died in a work accident in 2017.

Rowan says 50 sponsors have donated spot prizes and vouchers which he says have been awesome support for the weekend.

The Woody is all about mixing business with pleasure and prize giving will include a mullet-growing competition.

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Rowan Ingpen with the Luke Dixon Memorial Trophy which will be handed out to the hunter with the heaviest pig on the day. Luke was a 20-year-old Spring Creek hunter who died in a work accident in 2017.

Blokes, SheMullets, Rookies and Whippersnappers (a young and inexperienced person considered to be presumptuous or overconfident).

For those keen to add the final touch to their creation, Rowan says to see the team at the BarberShop Blenheim on Grove Road to get your mullet in shape.

Weigh in is on Sunday, June 5 from 12 - 3pm with prize giving at 3:30pm and live music from 6pm. Entries are available from the Woodbourne Tavern and on their website https://woodbournetavern.co.nz

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Kotuku steals locals’ hearts This fearless rare kōtuku, or white heron, surprised Sun journalist Glenise Dreaver on her walk through the Picton marina last week.

The cheeky bird, one of about 100-120, perhaps up to 150 nationwide, has in recent weeks been seen frequently around the Picton Waikawa area, possibly the same bird that has been seen there over several years.

There have also been sightings as far away as the Wairau Bar, but it is not known if it is the same bird.

This year, its route has seen it wandering boldly into local cafes, making it clear it is looking for food.

“I had no food, but it still came right up to me,” said Glenise. “Making eye contact and standing so close it was almost touching me.”

Envirohub Marlborough general manager Allie Suzuki says human food like bread, pizza or cakes can do a lot of damage.

“They can get blockages, they’ll get weak.

“And this bird’s lack of fear also makes it susceptible to predation, or being hit by a car.”

She points out that even if you have fish, you shouldn’t feed it as it will make it reliant on being fed.

“I can see how people would be tempted to feed it, especially if they had children who are right at its height. They would be fascinated by it,” Glenise said.

Allie says locals are, however, becoming well aware of the bird’s needs, “It’s completely amazing how they are working together to make sure it’s not reliant.”

But people passing through don’t necessarily have the same level of understanding and on Wednesday last week, Envirohub was doing a poster run round local cafes and other areas

This fearless kotuku has made the Picton-Waikawa area its home and has been taken into the hearts of local people. Here at the entrance to Picton marina, it attempts to make a friend of Sun journalist Glenise Dreaver.

with two posters providing information about the bird’s needs.

By August it is, says Allie, likely to leave for its only known New Zealand breeding location at Waitangiroto Nature Reserve on the West Coast, where they breed between September and January.

Rare here, kōtuku are dispersed quite widely in Australia, the Pacific and Asia.

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Eat well and stay active When you think of blood pressure, think of water in a hosepipe. A certain amount of pressure is required to get water from a hosepipe so in the same way it’s important for us to have blood pressure so that blood can be circulated around our body.

The first published measurement of blood pressure was made in the 18th century, although it wasn’t until about a hundred years later that it was suggested that high blood pressure could be the cause of disease.

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension may eventually cause health problems such as heart disease, stroke, heart failure and kidney failure.

During the course of the day our blood pressure goes up and down depending on a number of things, including what we are doing, how busy or how stressed we are, our physical activity and also the amount of caffeine, alcohol and tobacco being taken.

Therefore when measuring blood pressure it means that several readings may need to be taken.

People are considered to have high blood pressure when repeated measurements show a raised reading above a certain level and stays at a higher level even when they are relaxed and sitting quietly.

The problem with high blood pressure is that often people do not experience any symptoms at all and feel quite well, until the blood pressure is very high and causing other health issues. This is why it is important to have your blood pressure checked regularly.

This can be done by your pharmacist, doctor or nurse. Blood pressure should be measured at least once a year if you are over 40 years of age, or more often if you already have high blood pressure.

There is no such thing as one “normal” blood pressure measurement, but there

is a range which is considered desirable.

When your blood pressure is measured two readings will be obtained. If the lower of these two readings (the diastolic pressure) is greater than 90, then treatment may be recommended.

The upper reading (systolic pressure) is usually over 100, but varies and usually increases with age. A few people with early-stage hypertension may experience dull headaches, dizzy spells or nosebleeds.

However these symptoms generally don’t occur until hypertension has reached an advanced stage. The only way a person can find out if their blood pressure is high is by having it tested regularly.

For 90-95% of adults with high blood pressure, the cause is not known and high blood pressure tends to gradually develop over many years.

Some people are at higher risk of high blood pressure because of their age, their race and their family history, all risk factors which cannot be changed. However there are other risk factors which can be changed and these include being overweight, doing very little exercise, smoking, alcohol consumption, salt intake and stress.

High blood pressure can’t be cured, but it can be controlled. For all of us this means a healthy lifestyle and for some it also means taking medicines as well.

There are a number of different medicines currently available and these medicines generally have to be taken every day on a regular basis and it is important not to miss taking any of them.

If you are unsure about your blood pressure or any of your blood pressure medications then talk to your Self Care pharmacist and get your Self Care card on High Blood Pressure. It may be a good idea to get your blood pressure checked at the same time.

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Errol Gardiner started his career in local and international transport and shipping. The face of Marlborough Movers Ltd confesses to pre-dating the container age, when coastal shipping once thrived in New Zealand.

A three year stint in Australia followed, where Errol pursued an acting career, which he says ultimately showed that the stage and I were mutually incompatible.

“I returned to New Zealand at the time of the introduction of television in this country but eventually returned to the shipping and Customs brokerage business.In 1986 I purchased a household removals company, which was in pretty bad shape. At the time everyone said I was mad to do it and they were right.

“However, after two very challenging years the business grew to become the largest privately-owned household removals company in the country. During this time I was honoured to be invited to serve on the board of the FIDI Global Alliance, the world’s leading industry association, headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, with representative member companies from over 100 countries throughout the world.”

Errol’s seven year term included two as president and this remains the highlight of his business career.

After some 30 years he exited the business and after a couple of years of relative inactivity, decided he needed a small business where he could potter around, so with his wife Vivienne they moved to Blenheim where he took over Marlborough Moving & Storage in September 2019.

Marlborough Moving is a small local household removal business, which has been operating in and around Blenheim for some 20 years.

They cover the whole of the Marlborough region, taking in the Sounds and down to Kaikoura. They also undertake removals throughout the South Island and are in Christchurch and surrounding areas pretty

much every week.

Errol says Nelson/Tasman is also a regular destination and they make frequent forays into the North Island.

“On the local scene we cover the whole gamut, from small apartments to big estates and we’re well known in the retirement villages.

Our services include packing and wrapping (both domestically and internationally), loading, transport, unloading, setting up of beds, TVs and other furniture, unpacking and removal of packing materials for recycling, and storage(both short and long term). We also offer a full house cleaning service.”

Marlborough Moving has six operational staff, who, between them, have a wealth of experience in every aspect of the business from moving pianos and spa pools, to man-handling all manner of heavy and awkward furniture items, to domestic and international packing, to stowing trucks and containers.

Errol believes their main point of difference is the calibre of their staff.

“Ours is a people business and service is our only product. We interact daily with clients who are at a high stress point in their lives, even if they’re just moving a few blocks away.

I take personal pride in the way my staff go to great lengths to put our customers at ease, much of which happens as soon as they see we know what we’re doing. We’re professional, empathetic and respect their possessions.

It helps too, that my staff enjoy what they do, and relish rising to the occasion whether it’s maneuvering a cumbersome cabinet into position, or negotiating steep steps and paths to move a client’s house contents into or out of our truck parked on a barge tied up at the owner’s jetty in a remote inlet in the Sounds.”

Errol is transparent and refreshingly honest when he says the best part of my job is that first glass of wine at the end of the day.

“But actually, the best part of my job is customer satisfaction. When I get that email or phone call to thank me and my staff for a job well done, it’s very satisfying indeed.”

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Disgusting

I wonder why it takes a child to kill a sentient being ie animal, to become a true man in this day and age. I would have thought teaching the preservation of all life, kindness and consideration plus manners maketh a man.

Went down to L.Park on Sat to watch grandson play under 10s rugby. 15mins into second half game called off by Ref. He was getting abused by a spectator on the opposite side.

This behaviour should not be allowed. Up to that team captain to ban him from rugby games. Disgusting behaviour from an adult.

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I absolutely love the Brayshaw Park market!

Easy to get in/park and there is a lovely area for the kids to play safely.

Nice to see

Crossings Could our courtesy crossings in town not have pedestrians give way to traffic painted on concrete? Have seen this in other towns and think it works well.

IQ Regression The climate has always changed and always will. It’s been much much cooler and much much warmer all through time and before the industrial revolution. We just need to be prepared to adapt. Of course we should do something about pollution and how we dispose of our rubbish but that doesn’t change the climate. We could be so clever as to do that.

The IQ regression of the human race over the last few years is the real emergency.

Nice to see Vinnies Market donated $1000 to Brayshaw Railways and money collected goes to Marlborough Model Railway Club.

Vinnie’s Market Thank you to the organiser of Vinnie’s Brayshaw Park Market for the $1000 donation to our club MMRC (Marlborough Model Railway Club).

Offensive!

Does anyone else think the sign/flag on the roof of a house in Ferry Rd Spring Creek is offensive. Obviously the word “NIGGA” is not offensive otherwise the Police would have asked them to remove it...or are different rules for different people.

Shakespeare Auckland is: Where only in elite suburbs, green offenders in Tesla and new EVs, blend into the social scene, with perfect worded PC flyers, deflate only top quality SUV & 4WD tyres.

How dare they! Not a sign of them in the city’s most prolifically concentrated area of these street parked urban assault vehicles amongst the church going folks of Southern Auckland ghettos. Surely, easier victims! One wonders why? Getting caught? Hmmm.

Unsustainable rates This year’s proposed 5.37% rate rise includes $712,500 for future staff funding plus $100,000 for the Economic Portfolio Manager position plus funding for the new Regional Sports Hub facilitator.

Council’s personnel costs and perks are already nudging a whopping $30 million per annum.

A troubleshooter approach for council is desperately needed and a completely new council voted in at this year’s elections before ratepayers start losing their homes.

Dump fees What a pathetic statement, “Where is my refund” Have you ever thought it could be your attitude to those blokes@dump,that varies cost?

I have had nothing but polite service from these chaps,who work with stinking smell each day to get rid of our waste, I’m just pleased it only takes me a few minutes to unload,then I can breath better air,they are there in the heat of the day,wind&rain. Perhaps you could put your lawn down in concrete, would save you the “Stress” of any more loss of Pension.

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Climate Change Emergency. I’m wondering the God’s that tell us all to pay $60000 to buy an electric vehicle I have a question for them The government and members of parliament Who pays for your electric vehicle so you can preach to us heathens what terrible people we are?

Stop pointing fingers Had to have a wee smile at the person going off at the Council and developer of the subdivision up by the dump.

They need to take a look at themselves and see who the silly buggers who bought a house there are. If you want to hear the birds you buy by the bush.

If you want to see the waves you buy by the ocean.

If you want to smell a towns odours you buy up by the dump.

Same applies for those that don’t like the noise of aeroplanes but still buy at Omaka.

Bet if their property had tripled in value since they bought it they wouldn’t be making a peep. Stop pointing the finger.

Orphans club What a great few hours I witnessed on Tuesday of the amazing talent of these guy’s. From their great voices and also some acts between times. If you get lucky enough to be invited don’t miss out. Such talented fun.

From Pete and Lynda. Thanks guys.

Everyone is hurting A budget must not! In reply to request from pensioner demanding bigger wage rise and massive power subsidy. Your 5.9% income rise is way more than wage movements. You have had 40 years to save for retirement. Everyone is hurting. Stop being selfish.

Clean streets When I first moved to Blenheim there was a truck that went around and clean the streets of leaves etc our streets are disgusting. where’s the Blenheim pride or is it not spending lots of money eg the library come on make Blenheim clean again.

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Talk of the week For Cod’s sake!

What gives with the price of fish? $63 a kg for blue cod and it swims off Marlborough’s coastline!

4th jab?

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Single occupant Council shocked at how many homes have one occupant.

So you want those people to open up their home that they have worked hard for?

Won’t be doing it, worked hard for my home to stay in it as long as I can.

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Blood service Why is the service not using Sounds Air to transport blood to ChCh for processing?

Fuel profits Sky rocketing fuel prices, when fuel companies post over $25 Billion !!! a year profit and prices are still climbing even with the government reducing the tax. When does it profit turn into total rip off. They are all just profiteering with no real just cause as to why the price is so high. They could have to price and still make over $10 Billion profit , got the country by the short and curlies.

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gardening this week Garlic planting time: By Wally Richards Garlic cloves are traditionally planted on the shortest day of the year (which is getting close; the 20th June) to be harvested on the longest day 21st December. Any time from mid-May to mid-July is good for planting your garlic cloves.

There are ample good reasons to grow garlic; from its health benefits to the aromatic flavoring and taste that the gloves give to your meals. You could not have garlic bread without garlic!

Garlic used to be an easy crop to grow before the dreaded Garlic Rust struck everyone about 3-4 years ago. The rust has made garlic growing for commercial and home gardeners much more difficult but there is a solution that I developed and used last year called Cell Strengthening which is achieved by getting good amounts of silica into the plants while they are growing.

More on this soon.

Planting your garlic cloves around this time and what you harvest 6 months later will depend greatly on what you do at planting time and during the growing season. The best place to plant is in a sunny sheltered spot. Garlic loves frosts so no protection is needed.

Soil preparation: Garlic prefers a friable soil so that its roots can penetrate and the bulbs can swell easily. I loosen up the top soil with a rake or hoe to make a fine tilth.

Then sprinkle BioPhos, gypsum, Wallys Unlocking the Soil, Blood & Bone, Sheep Manure pellets (Or chicken manure if you have it) and Wallys Ocean Solids over the area and rake it in.

I then place the cloves about 6cm apart into the soil with their points facing the sky. Then I cover the cloves carefully with purchased compost such as Daltons or Oderings so that the cloves are covered and buried about 25mm under the compost. I then sprinkle some Unlocking Your Soil over the compost.

When the first leaves from the cloves appear above the mulch then make up the Silicon and Boron Cell Strengthening Soil Drench mixed with water and give each plant a drench over the foliage and into the root zone. You will repeat this again about a month later.

What we are doing is getting a good amount of silicon into the soil which will be taken up by the roots of the garlic because of the boron additive.

With the foliage up you can now start a spray program by mixing the Silicon Cell Strengthening spray with the Silicon Super Spreader together into a trigger spray with water. I like to add Magic Botanic Liquid (MBL) to this spray for its many benefits.

The spray once made up keeps well and you only need to shake it each time prior to application over the garlic foliage. Spray regularly while the garlic is growing once

or twice a week.

Now is the time you will apply a mulch over garlic. Garlic loves mulch and mowed leaves are ideal.

There are ample leaves around at this time of the year and these can be run over with a rotary mower and the resultant shredded leaves layered over the compost. Alternative would be either pea straw, weed free grass clippings or more good compost.

Make a mulch layer about 5cm thick.

After this keep the area between the garlic bulbs free of weeds.

When the foliage pops through the mulch you then spray regularly with the Silicon Cell Strengthening spray with the Silicon Super Spreader.

Once a week or more often if you are passing.

The Silicon and Boron Soil Drench comes in a 500 mil bottle used at 10mils per litre to cover one sqM of area. (Shake well before using).

The Silicon Cell Strengthen spray is in a 250mil bottle mixed at 5mils into one litre of water with one fifth of a mil of the Silicon Super Spreader added per litre.

A 1 mil pipet is supplied for measuring.

Alternative you can obtain a 500 mil bottle of Cell Strengthening Spray with the spreader already added.

Used at 5 mils per litre of water. I make up the spray in a one litre trigger sprayer and leave it where the garlic is growing and give it a shake and spray.

Using the above products last season there was no sign of any rust during the whole growing time and harvested rust free. (Products are available on our Mail Order web site).

The silicon cell strengthening products are ideal for tomatoes, potatoes and other plants affected by the psyllid. The spray can also help control

curly leaf disease on stone fruit.

Traditionally harvesting of garlic is on the longest day of the year ( 21st December).

It is better to wait harvesting till after the all leaves start to go yellow, which often happens around mid-January.

Harvesting earlier might mean the bulbs aren’t as big as they could be.

Harvesting later might mean the bulbs split, or in extreme cases start to deteriorate.

To harvest, use a garden fork or something similar to loosen the soil, and just pull the plant up gently by its base.

After lifting leave the leaves on, because during the drying process the goodness from the leaves goes in to the bulb, increasing its size and making it even more yummy and nutritious.

Clean off the dirt from the bulb and dry it for a few days lying on a dry surface in a dry area such as a carport, then store it by hanging in a dry place out of the sunlight.

Tying clumps of five or ten together by the leaves and hanging under a carport or shed roof works well.

When dry, the plant tissue is very absorbent and will even absorb moisture from damp air and turn mouldy.

Once nice and dry I prefer to store the bulbs indoors in a cardboard box in a dry room or shed where condensation is not a problem.

If you would like to find out the history of garlic there is an excellent web site at: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih. gov/pmc/articles/PMC3249897/ Black aphids are about the only pest to have a go at your garlic as these aphids prefer onions, shallots, garlic and lettuces. As soon as noticed spray with Wallys Super Neem Tree oil with Super Pyrethrum added.

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Death notices

ANDERSON, Timothy John (Tim): On Tuesday May 10, 2022, at home with loved ones, our beloved husband, father, grandad, father-in-law, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, friend and mentor left us. Aged 77 years.

Special thanks to Hospice Marlborough for helping honour Tim’s wishes to remain at home. Thanks also to Wairau Hospital staff, District Nursing team, Nurse Maude carers, and the Community Care Pharmacy. Messages may be sent to the Anderson Family, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to either Hospice Marlborough a/c 03-13690365207-00 or Prostate Cancer Foundation New Zealand a/c 12-3031-0184117-00; Ref. ANDERSON. Liz, Don, Rob and Emma, Karyn and Tim, Scarlett and Olivia will celebrate Tim’s life at The Church of the Nativity, Alfred Street, Blenheim at 1pm on Wednesday May 18, followed by private cremation at the Sowman Crematorium. The service will be available to view via https:// youtu.be/sxEY2FIUp_k.

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HODGSON, John: On Wednesday April 27, 2022 passed away peacefully at his home in Blenheim. A dearly loved father, grandad and friend. Messages may be sent to 169 Redwood Street, Blenheim 7201. A funeral service for John will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets at 11am on Friday May 20, followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.

ELVY, Kathleen Mary (Mary): On Monday May 9, 2022 at her home at Springlands Lifestyle Village. In her 90th year. Dearly loved wife of Stan and much-loved mum of John and Marion, Dianne and Peter, Kevin and Bernadette, Shirley and Bryan, and David and Gaylene. Treasured and devoted grand and great grandmother. Messages may be sent to the Elvy Family, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240. Special thanks to the staff at Springlands Lifestyle Village for their care and kindness shown to Mary, and also to Dr Ruth Moore. A private family farewell has been held in accordance with Mary’s wishes.

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FRY, John Daryl: On Friday May 13, 2022, peacefully at home on his own terms. A loved son of Alec and Noelene (both deceased), and brother to Wes (deceased), Bronwyne, and Jacqueline. Adored uncle to Hamish, Lizzy, and Thomas (deceased); Jonty and Anna; Jessica and Tom. Great uncle to Isabelle and Alec; George and Lucy.

Messages to the Fry Family may be sent to PO Box 110, Blenheim 7240. A farewell service for Johnny/Daryl has been held.

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WILLIAMSON: Ivan Henry. On 7 May, 2022, passed away at Springlands Lifestyle Village, with his beloved wife Shirley by his side. A much loved father of Maree Haack (Gladstone, QLD) and Sandra Henson. A loved grandad of Adam, Tony, and Scott and Great Grandad of Jackson and Harvey. A very special man, loved by many. Messages to 108A Milton Tce, Picton 7220 or www. cloudybayfunerals.co.nz At Ivan’s request a private family interment has been held.

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WILLIAMS, Dorothy Eleanor: On Saturday, May 14, 2022, peacefully at Wairau Hospital, aged 85 years. Daughter of Charles and Rachel (both deceased), sister of Charles, Alan, Beryl, Graham, George (all deceased) and Judy. Devoted wife of Ian (deceased), and loving mother to ReNae, Clinton, Kylie and her husband Phil. Much loved grandmother of Slade, Realitea and her husband Shawn and special great-grandmother to Maverick and Malik. At Dorothy’s request there will be no public service. Messages may be sent to The Williams Family, 14 Girling Ave, Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to The Breast Cancer Foundation a/c 12-30300534226-00.

CORBETT, Barbara Mary (née Mann) of Blenheim: Born 23 December 1932 - died peacefully at home on 12 May 2022. In her 90th year. Dearly love wife of Ashwin for 62 years.

Loved mother and mother-in-law of Greg and Sandy, Jeremy and Megan, Nigel and Joanna, and Andrew and Lex. Much loved Grandma of Mason, Mitchell and Jacinda, Georgia, Blake, Charlie, Billie, Miro, Tai, Pipi, Toby, Harlow, Dylan and Jake. Special great grandma to Misha. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Alzheimer’s Marlborough would be appreciated and may be made at the service or to a/c 020600-0112284-00 Ref. CORBETT. Friends and family are invited to celebrate Barbara’s life at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, at 2.30pm on Thursday May 19, followed by interment at Fairhall Cemetery.

WOODWARD, Donald Edwin Darke (Ted): Passed away peacefully at Waterlea Lifecare, on Friday May 6, 2022. In his 92nd year. Dearly loved husband of the late Brenda and Dawn. Much-loved father and father-in-law of Helen and the late Peter McSweeney, Jane and Graeme Wood, Philip and Helen Woodward. Stepfather of Cathy and Allan Whyte. Adored by his grandchildren and great grandchildren, Anna and Lauren, Alice and Andrew, and Marian; Seth and Brea, Edith and Atticus. Loved brother and brother-in-law of the late Tom and Sonya, and Pam Woodward, Susan and the late Roger. Special thanks to the staff at Waterlea Lifecare for their outstanding care of Ted. Messages may be sent to the Woodward Family, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240.

In lieu of flowers, a donation to Alzheimers Marlborough would be appreciated and may be made at the service or to a/c 02-06000112284-00 Ref. WOODWARD. A celebration of Ted’s life will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, Blenheim at 11am on Thursday May 19, followed by interment at Fairhall Cemetery.

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Acknowledgements MCCUSKER, James (Jim). Sandra, Julie, Michael and Kelly would like to thank Sowmans for their wonderful send off for Jim, and to Coralie for the lovely service and very kind words.

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YORK, Patricia Margaret (Pat), née Menzies: Passed away peacefully, on Monday May 16, 2022, at Redwood Lifestyle Care & Village.

Aged 72 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Robin, much-loved Mum of Karleen and Samara, mother-in-law of Tim. Devoted Nana and Granny. Loved by her wider family. Messages may be sent to 41A Nelson Street, Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Salvation Army would be appreciated and may be made at the service or to a/c 02-0600-003431900 Ref. YORK. A celebration of Pat’s life will be held at St. Christopher’s Anglican Church, Weld Street, at 1.30pm on Monday May 23, followed by private cremation at the Sowman Crematorium. The service will be livestreamed and may be viewed via https://www.youtube. com/watch?v=muT5tnIstbo.

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sports talk With Jacob Page

McCullum pick a bold, calculated gamble There is never any guarantee a new coach with fresh ideas will work but English cricket has taken a step in the right direction by making Brendon McCullum their new test coach.

The former Black Caps skipper has only ever coached T20 cricket so he is no sure-thing in this role, but the move is a bold one from the English, who have now entered a new era of their red ball history.

Let’s be honest, they couldn’t be much worse at the moment.

McCullum, 40, will take charge of the side - which has won just one of its last 17 tests - to replace Chris Silverwood, who was sacked after England’s 4-0 Ashes series defeat to Australia.

McCullum, along with coach Mike Hesson, changed the culture of New Zealand cricket from a bunch of on their day battlers to a

global power in all three formats.

McCullum is aggressive, tactically shrewd and competitive to the enth degree.

They are similar traits to New England test captain Ben Stokes, who now has the job by default with Joe Root stepped down.

Stokes was the only choice on the table, unproven in leadership but proven by his play on the field.

So essentially it’s two Kiwis at the

helm of England.

It’s hard to knock McCullum’s appointment because he’s a winner and brings the breath of fresh air England cricket has badly needed for some time.

McCullum does not fear the Australians and during an Ashes campaign he will find creative ways to make them uncomfortable.

He will learn on the job and could one day coach New Zealand, though

there’s a long line of potentially Kiwi coaching successors after Gary Stead like Shane Bond, Daniel Vettori and Stephen Fleming.

From a personal standpoint, I’ll miss McCullum’s insights on commentary.

He is one of the few willing to put friendship aside and be critical and objective when needed.

Those attributes will serve him well in this tough new role.

Golf Results Picton Golf Club Saturday 7th May –Monthly MugTrevor Gullery 65; Phil Hawke, Jock Mannington, 70; Jolle Keizer, Ian Molloy, 72.

Tuesday 10th May -3rd LGU, 2nd VetsOverall winner Lin Stone 73 c/b; Maria McConway 73; Mary Butler, Jenny Hart,

Wairau Valley Golf Club 74; Jo Prescott 75; Margaret Frisken 76.

Thursday 12th May – Len Barkow 37; John Saxon, Dave Bunt, Leigh S/Smith, 35; Gary Aldridge, Mark Ivamy, 35; Jeff Pascoe 34; Jock Mannington 33.

Friday 9Hole Stableford- Judy Jones, Ellie Gillies 19pts.

Awatere Golf Club Wednesday 11th May.. Women- Par Aggregate- 1st Margaret Roberts +3, 2nd Nikky Van Dijk +2, 3rd Pam Farrell All Square.

Saturday 14th Bayley’s 27 Hole Tournament- Men’s winners: Greg Jowers & Ben Lissaman 98.8, 2nd Brian Fastier & Barry Hyndman 100, 3rd Jason Randall & Dave Watson 101.4. Mixed winners:

Pam & Owen Farrell 106, 2nd Nicola Coll & Shane Waters 107.2 on countback from Jo & Sam Rainbird 107.2, 4th Margaret Hastings & Eddie Davis 108.4, 5th Rachael Bell & Gary Wright 109.6, 6th Sue Murray & Tim Smit 110.4.

Nearest pin 9/18 Rachael Westenra; 2/11 Brian Fastier, 1/10 Jason Randal & Dave Watson.

Marlborough Golf Club 10 May, women’s 9 hole stableford: Margret Hall 19, Bev Lindsay 17, Pam Morris 15, Neryl Savage 15, Joanna Ainge 14, Suzanne Clifford 13.

11 May, women’s net medal Div.1:Julie Nicolle 76, Lucy Jefferis 77, Julie Smith 77. Div.2:Janet Leith 74, Denise Pickering 76. Div.3:Kath Elley 76, Vivienne Boyle 79. Div.4:Leigh Andrews 80, Ann Duncan 81, Francie Shagin 81.

12 May, men’s stableford Div.1:David Lightfoot 37, Ian Newport 35, Andrew Petherbridge 34, Mike Godsall 34, Mike MacLeod 33, Tom Kelsall 33, Tony Gill 33. Div.2:Murray Bishell 39, Charlie Leith 35, Jeff Clarke 34, John Rodgers

34, John Wadsworth 33, Mike Ponder 31.

14th May, Jessie Murray Eclectic + Medal Div.1:Emily Stenhouse 73, Julie Nicolle 74, Lizzie Turnbull 74.

Div.2:Denise Pickering 72, Jean Dowling 74. Div.3:Heather Stenhouse 82, Francie Shagin 83. Men’s net medal Blue Tees Div.1:Mike MacLeod 69, Paul Ferguson 69, Paul Silke 69, Paul Roughan 70, Richard Barnes 70. Men’s net medal White Tees Div.2:Bob Nicolle 71, Joshua Abrahams 71, Mike Dwyer 71, Dave Knappstein 72. Div.3:Brian Chippendale 69, Graeme Barsanti 70, Tony Armstrong 71.

Rarangi Golf Club Wednesday 11 May 2022 – Men’s Midweek Stableford - Phil Hill 40; Peter Parish 40; Terry Lane 39; Owen Gibbs 38; Guido Bertogg 37; Mike Walker 37; Peter Browning 36; Jerome January 36; Jim Thomas 36; Gordon Lang 36; Paul Silke 36; Murray Ingram 35; Tim Clark 35; Callum Hogg 35; Alan Rutledge 35; Terry Allen 35.

Thursday 12 May 2022 – Ladies – LGU & Foote Trophy - Medal Best Over the Field – Denise Hodson 73; 0-18.4

Marilyn Smith 76 on c/b Tracy Bary; 18.5-23.8 Sue Godsiff 74 on c/b Dianne Betts; Anne Newman 75; 23.9-40.4 Pat Olliver 75.

Saturday 14 May 2022 – Men – RD 1 Jack Enright Trophy – Stableford; Ladies – Medal Men – Phil d’Auvergne 42; Jim Thomas 37; Terry Allen 37; Terry Lane 36; Ben Coman 36; Ian Hale 36; Jerome January 35; Tony Nichol 34.

Ladies – Susan Godsiff 75; Mariann Grant 76; Marilyn Smith 77.

Results for Saturday 14th May: African & Robyn Pupich 66, Bevan Roughan & Rex Stableford:Maureen McKenzie & Rob Chee McGarry 61, Mel Hampton & Peter Bishell 53, 71, Elaine Brown & Glen Griffiths 70, Yvonne John McLauchlan & Ash Ticehurst 48 Wallace & Jan Rutherford 67, Ash Ticehurst

Marlborough Veterans Golf Association Results of Tournament played at Marlborough Golf Club on Monday 16th May 2022 Individual: 1. Richard Anderson (Marlborough) 36 points; 2. Tony Nichol (Rarangi) 36 points; 3.

Brian Burgess (Marlborough) and Ash Ticehurst (Wairau Valley) 35 points; 5. Paul Eden (Marlborough and Cleary Neame (Rarangi) 34 points; 7. Ken Bennett (Marlborough) 31

points.

Team: 1st Marlborough #1: George Mitchinson, Hans Blohm, Colin Marsden and Richard Anderson: 96 points.

2nd Marlborough #2: 93 points.

3rd Blenheim: 87 points.

Next Tournament: Tuesday Monday 31st May 2022 at Blenheim Golf Club.

Blenheim Golf Club May 2: 9 Hole Stableford Ladies Jan Pegler 20Yvonne Hore 19 Margaret Hamilton 19 Jenny Adams 18 Men Glen Hurcomb 21 Jan de Zwart 19 Leo McKendry 19 Steve Griffin 18David Waters 17 Bob Tapp 17 Ian Clark 17 May 4 LGU Medal 0-29 Lynn Ingram 91-26-65 Marion Flynn 95-27-68 Judith Batty 92-20-72 Sa-Nga Grupp 91-19-72 30+ Dawn Walker 117-45-72 Colleen McLeod 109-36-73 May 5 CV Ritchie Memorial Stableford Murray Ingram 40 Alan Gibbons 39 Clive Drummond 38 Blue Arthur 37 Barry Hyndman 37 Roy Lilley 36 Steve Anderson 36 John Cootes 36 Don Lamond 36 Brian Brown 36 Ray Herd 35 Murray Belk 35 Paul Silke 35 Ezra Kahaki 34 Mike Gardiner 34 Desz Campbell 34 9 holes Allen Knight 21 Ian Hatcher 19 Leo McKendry 18 David Dyer 17 Ian Clark 17 Jan de Zwart 17 Steve Griffin 17 May 7th Monthly Medal Reeves Cup Ryan

Windleburn 66 Luke Yarrall 68 Alf van der Hulst 69 Warren Ingram 70 Brent Baker 70 Roy Lilley 70 Doug Shaw 71 Clive Drummond 71 Paddy Couchman 71 Mike Gardiner 72 Clive Aitchison 72 Fairweathers NTP 9/18 Dave Menzies Sowmans 3/12 Warren Ingram Ladies Medal Judith Batty 88-20- 68 Rachel Bell 90-23-67 May 11th Ladies Stableford 0-29 Judith Batty 38 30+ Colleen McLeod 34 9 Hole Stableford Shirley Godsiff 18Vickie Lane 16 May 12th 18 Hole par Murray Ingram + 6 Clive Drummond -1 Desz Campbell -1 Phil Starkey -1 Mike Gardiner -1mPaddy Couchman -2 John Anderson -3 Graeme Daines -3 Mike Guillemot -3 Paul Silke -3 Don Lamond -3 9 hole Stableford Brain Brown 21 Stuart Parker 20 Jan de Zwart 19 May 14th Ladies Stableford Sue Thaler 36

Whitehead Park Bowling Wednesday 4th May– Mixed Triples1st Sandy Marshall, Brian Shatford, Al Humphreys; 2nd Mike Ponder, Graeme Hirst, Matt Collins; 3rd Jenny Anderson, Bev Newell, John May. Saturday 7th May– Winter Fives – 1st Picture Pirates, Barry Fishburn, Mark Grenfell, Helen McIsaac, Alisa Waters, Mike Sextus. 2nd Mommas & Poppas – Kingsley Schroeder, Lyn Ingram, Adrienne Waters, Kerry McNulty, Merv McNulty.

Wednesday 11th May– Mixed triples1st George Arnison, Dawn Nichol, Ian McEldowney, 2nd Sandy Marshall, Margaret Roberts, Brian Henstock; 3rd John McCarthy, Geoff Sandford, La Rita Franklin Saturday 14th May– 2nd Round Winter Fives – 1st Whitehead Park green – John McCarthy, Kevin Wratt, Di Ponder, Brian Henstock, Jean Henstock; 2nd Picton Pirates- Chris Howard, Joe Peel,Nick Murrell, Matt Collins, Eden Murrell-Manu.

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19 Korari grove, Redwoodtown

Enquiry from $779,000

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61 Forest Park Drive, witherlea

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Consistently selling results, not promises – a small office big on value, 25 years expertise

I WORK TO ACHIEVE THE BEST PRICE FOR YOU! Debbie Webster • 03 578 3760 • 021 797 454 • debbie.webster@mikepero.com Mike Pero Real Estate Ltd. Licensed REA (2008)