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John saves a life By Chris Valli

Rai Valley’s John Horton’s job involves supervision of the region’s forest operations. Never did he envisage he would be supervising and more importantly saving a life in Havelock recently. After relaxing at home on the couch after work the forest supervisor for Mike Edridge Contracting Ltd received a message from a colleague and was asked to assist with Wendy Simmitson, a Canvastown woman who was having what was an anaphylactic reaction. Continued on page 2. Forest supervisor John Horton says his work experience held him in good stead for the allergic reaction.

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It makes me feel pretty good Continued from page 1. John says when he arrived at the scene he noticed Wendy was in her partner’s van, up the drive at the Bow to Stern (local boat shop) in Havelock. Wendy is employed by G&S Foods based in Canvastown, an innovative drying factory that produces Honey and Fruit Powder. “We make honey lozenges and powder. I went inside, sat down and started feeling very itchy all over. Then my body started throbbing, my heart was racing and I knew this wasn’t good. We rang 111 and were put on hold. On hold! So I drove around to St John in Havelock. Nobody was there so I drove to friends at Bow and Stern.” John says by the time he arrived Wendy was in anaphylactic shock. One of my colleagues was across the road at 4 Square and heard her partner Giles asking for help. John assessed her symptoms and administered the adrenalin, via syringe. He says once he was sure she was going into anaphylactic shock he waited five minutes to check on her reaction, and then administered the remaining adrenalin. “There were still obvious signs of swelling around her face and head but she became a lot more alert and vibrant once the second shot was given. By this stage, the local Havelock Ambulance had arrived on the scene, along with the fire-brigade, with another ambulance dispatched from Blenheim. I explained to the Havelock Ambulance what I had done, left them with the empty vials of adrenalin and disposed

of the empty syringe with them as well.” Anaphylactic Shock is a severe allergic reaction, triggered, in this case by a bee sting. The body releases far too much histamine (a chemical which helps the body deal with the intrusion) which can cause severe swelling, block airways and reduce blood pressure. John says there is a misconception where some people believe they are not allergic because they have been stung before and not had a reaction like this. “You can be stung 1000 times in the past and not react but that one time – you have a reaction like this. No one is immune to this type of reaction just because you’ve been stung before and not reacted.” John says his work experience and know-how in the forest industry held him in good stead for the scenario. “I have done the training every two-three years over the last 20 years. Due to that training and education, I was able to draw on that knowledge and put it into action.” Two-three days later after the event, Wendy and John played ‘phone-tag’ for a bit before finally talking to each other over the phone, to say thanks. “She had got me a substantial gift package. I was staying in Nelson at the time and explained to her that she could drop it off at my parents place in Havelock (where I stay during the week). Once I mentioned my mother and father’s names she piped up and told me that she was Mum’s first cousin yet I hadn’t met her before. A small world indeed.”

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Wendy says she is grateful for John’s quick thinking as she thought she was going to die. “I would advise the community to be more aware of allergic reactions and what to do and where to find an epipen locally.”

As for John? “I was glad I was able to help and that she has made a full recovery. I guess even more-so given that she and I are related. It makes me feel pretty good inside that I helped save her life (potentially).”

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Mission accomplished By Chris Valli

The Graeme Dingle Foundation’s Drop for Youth fundraiser raised $133,000 at the weekend for their work with local tamariki and rangatahi. Marlborough Manager Kelvin Watt says it was the foundation’s biggest ever Drop for Youth in Marlborough with 104 jumpers involved in the fundraiser, up from 30 in 2019. Kelvin says the fundraiser continues to grow and amazes them. “We are absolutely humbled by the breadth of community support and the generosity of so many local people. We had 104 people jumping, but for every single dropper there are dozens of people behind them offering their support. We just want to say a massive thanks to everyone who dropped, came over to support, and sponsored a dropper. We will work very hard to make sure every dollar raised really counts for our young people.” Kelvin says the impact of the wider community involvement comes from first hand involvement within the foundation. Two of their five Marlborough transformational programmes include Kiwi Can, a primary school programme teaching positive relationships, values of respect, integrity and resilience. Another includes Stars which pairs incoming Year 9 students at Marlborough Girls’ College with senior students via a peer mentoring programme. So why does the fundraiser continue to be so positive? “I guess it comes down to our

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Films for cyclists The Big Bike Film Night’s uplifting and inspiring 2022 collection will be presented to local cycling enthusiasts and cinephiles at the Marlborough Events Centre on Thursday June 9 at 6.30pm. Celebrated and described as ‘a feast of short films devoted to the bicycle and all who ride’, The Big Bike Film Night is an annual event which presents an array of international and New Zealand movies selected by Taupo based curator Brett Cotter. For more information visit www. bigbikefilmnight.nz

Wilding pine cruise Bev Doole says there are still a few seats available on the June 11 field day on Tōtaranui/Queen Charlotte Sound to see the Marlborough Sounds Restoration Trust’s award-winning wilding pine control project. The trust won the Landscape category and Supreme Award in the 2021 Cawthron Marlborough Environment Awards for their work to get rid of wilding pines and bring back the bush. The cruise, from 10am-12.30pm, costs $20 and include morning tea. Please book with bev.doole@icloud. com by June 3. www.cmea.org.nz

WHO SAYS KIWIS CANT FLY? Graeme Dingle Foundation Marlborough Programmes Coordinator Tayla Hayes. Tayla jumped out of a plane at 9000 feet with Skydive Abel Tasman in Motueka at the weekend. Tanya Pouwhare before her jump.

widespread community impact. Our work directly impacts over 3,000 Marlborough young people every week so that’s a lot of people who know first-hand that what we do makes a difference. For example, quite a number of our

students and ex-students, or their families, were involved this year. But we’re also connected through local businesses, organisations with volunteers, and mentors. Everyone has been so generous in getting behind Drop for Youth.

Kelvin says programme delivery costs are by far the greatest need and cost for their respective programmes. “All of it will go there, directly ‘at the coalface’ working with our tamariki and rangatahi.”

Outstanding art FOLIO, a showcase of outstanding NCEA folio artwork by students from Queen Charlotte College, Picton, and Marlborough Boys’ and Marlborough Girls’ Colleges Blenheim is on show at the Millennium Public Art Gallery until July 20. A range of NCEA fine art subjects features, offering the chance to see a presentation of work that represents weeks of effort for formal NCEA assessment, in a format rarely seen by the public.

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New Harbourmaster Marlborough’s new harbourmaster, Captain Jake Oliver, took over the role from outgoing harbourmaster Luke Grogan on April 26. “I am new to this area at the moment, but one of the key things I’m working on trying to build are those community relationships; community, iwi, port, small commercial operators, council,” he says. “It’s a huge job, it’s not a quick job. But it’s something I’m really interested in, and want to achieve, is a good communication network with people.” Originally from the UK, Oliver left behind a job in the Hawke’s Bay as deputy harbourmaster, where he was for about three years.

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Les Miserables just the ticket By Chris Valli

Blenheim Musical Theatre’s production of Les Misérables saw 5,000 Marlburians attend the show which finished their season with a near sell out matinee last Saturday. Production Manager Mike Wentworth says the numbers who saw the production was a very pleasing result and gives them (BMT) the confidence to plan for future large scale shows. Mike says in terms of defining success, staging a production the scale of Les Misérables along with the international set, wardrobe and props was always going to be a selling point in itself. Yet he says, after two years of events postponed or cancelled, the lure of live entertainment was the added motivation for Marlburians. “Ticket sales went ballistic after opening night. A testament to the quality of the performance and the spectacle. I think the other thing that really worked in our favour, was the pent up demand for quality theatre or live performances. It’s a sign that life is slowly getting back to a level of normality and the flow on effects

LE SPECTACLE EST FINI (the show is finished): Les Miserables Production Manager Mike Wentworth says ticket sales went ballistic after opening night. "A testament to the quality of the performance and the spectacle. I think the other thing that really worked in our favour, was the pent up demand for quality theatre or live performances."

to hospitality, service sectors and retail were quite evident.” So what was the production team most proud of after a three year planning phase that included adapting to a pandemic and with the logistics involved. “In terms of satisfaction - clearly navigating all the Covid challenges to deliver a quality season is hugely satisfying. We have had over 180 people contributing to the show over seven months, and to have their efforts rewarded with near capacity shows every night - that’s ultimately where the satisfaction comes from.” Mike says Blenheim Musical Theatre is wary of maintaining momentum and forward-thinking as they look beyond 2022 and provide theatre pathways for locals. “In order to put more large scale productions on stage, BMT are

continuing to invest in building strong relationships with other theatre companies across the country, schools and developing talent within. The successful introduction of workshops prior to casting Les Misérables showed a real desire for professional development in all areas - both on stage and off. That is front of mind as BMT looks towards the future.” BMT has confirmed its main production in 2023 is the musical Priscilla Queen of the Desert written by Australian film director-writer Allan Scott and Stephan Elliot. The musical tells the story of two drag queens and a trans woman who contract to perform a drag show at a resort in Alice Springs. Mike says expressions of interest are being sought now for Director,

Musical Director, Choreographer and Production Manager with applications closing in June. Mike says those interested in applying should contact BMT directly. Mike says the production team involved with Les Misérables would like to thank the wider Marlborough community for the support and accolades. “The feedback we have received has been overwhelming and we highly appreciate their support. Similarly we have had unbelievable support from our naming right sponsor Wairau River (wines), along with ongoing businesses throughout the community. We are hugely grateful for those attending and our sponsors - and look forward to delivering other large format shows that showcase the very best of Marlborough talent.”

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Thirty five Springlands Lifestyle residents attended the Pink Ribbon lunch fundraiser last week and raised $330 for the Breast Cancer Foundation.

Lifestyle Residents Pink Ribbon Fundraiser By Chris Valli

The Springlands Lifestyle Village residents were tickled pink last week. Thirty-five residents attended the Pink Ribbon lunch fundraiser and raised $330 for the Breast Cancer Foundation. Village Manager Naomi Nailer says most in attendance could relate to someone who had been through breast cancer and even some who had been through it themselves, so the Pink Ribbon fundraiser was important to them. Naomi says her husband Hayden who is the operations leader at the village was the chef on the day. She says Hayden has been cheffing for well over 30 years. “He enjoys being able to cater for events such as these and being able to run them together is something we both value in our roles. We also had the assistance of one of our activities coordinators Denise Salisbury who has been with us for only a short time but has a great set of skills setting up and hosting these types of events as well.” Naomi says Denise called in a friend and entertainer Leeanne Meikle, a talented vocalist who performed easy listening and

swing music from the elegant 1930s to 1950s. “She was a huge hit with the residents and we will definitely have her back again. Leeanne commented on the warm and welcoming feeling she had whilst at Springlands, and of course the delicious food she was able to sample.” Naomi says the residents were thrilled to be able to socialise again in a group setting where they felt like one big happy family. She says having a community centre where they could socialise safely was a huge bonus. Meanwhile, the Pink Ribbon Breakfast has been extended to 17 June, due to a lack of registrations. Chief executive Ah-Leen Rayner says that a third fewer Pink Ribbon Breakfasts have been hosted this year, representing a drop in income of roughly $600,000. Breast cancer is the most common cancer for New Zealand women, with around 120 in the Nelson Marlborough DHB area diagnosed with it annually. The money raised from every Pink Ribbon Breakfast goes towards ground-breaking research, awareness and education programmes, and patient support services.

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Q: What is your favourite book and or author?

Carol Taylor Blenheim Danielle Steele - love her as an author. Her writing style and research is awesome. Can’t stop reading such wonderful writing.

Gaynor Cotching Blenheim Peter Pan - the idea of staying young forever is wonderful.

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The History of Blenheim Borough Council, a book written and published by Sandy Beverley in 1968 confirms the date of the Mosquito crash at Woodbourne as March 1952. The book documents Marlborough history up to 1968 and is based on clippings from issues of the Marlborough Express during those years. The crash has recently been the subject of an article and letter published in the Blenheim Sun.

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Dear Ed , I read with interest that the council are concerned about traffic chaos on the main highway in Blenheim once the larger ferries come into business. As it is, it is bad enough now on the Main St roundabout near the railway line plus at the Freswick St intersection. When turning

into Freswick St, it can be very hard to turn into Freswick St unless someone stops to let one go. If there's a train coming, that's even worse. So easy to pick when a ferry arrived in. Time for a new bypass near Lower Wairau or Grovetown. Save all the traffic chaos. Bypass needed.

Water and wine I read two letters by Tony Orman. One was on dubious wine bottle labelling by overseas wine corporations. I understand foreign corporations own over 80% of NZ’s wine sector. Dr Mike Trought, flippantly suggested Tony Orman read the fine print on a bottle so as to ascertain whether the wine was Marlborough or foreign wine, in that case from South Africa. Mike missed the point of the undermining and sell out of Marlborough’s sauvignon blanc to foreign corporate interests. Arising from the corporate attitude was Tony Orman’s second letter about the expansion of large vineyards

up the Wairau Valley beyond the Wye tributary (and still marching on) and the resulting de-watering of the Wairau River as vineyards use aquifer or river water to irrigate. The plain fact is most corporate interests don’t give a stuff about consumers’ interests or the environment. Their number one target, perhaps solely, is maximum profits and money dividends to shareholders. The dominance of corporate interests is of great concern re Marlborough’s environment. Capitalist governments welcome and even invite foreign investment. The Marlborough

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Rate payers? Dear Ed, ‘Please something needs to be done’ texted one of your readers on 25th May. A heartfelt cry about the ever-increasing annual rate rises – each council declaring that their rises aren’t as high as what others are levying. As one who has followed the history of the LGFA (Local Government Funding Agency) from when it was first a vague conception in 2008 until now, I find it very sad that ratepayers are kept ignorant of why Treasury was charged with its establishment. The original task force was appointed by Labour Minister of Commerce (Hon. Lianne Dalziel) – its mission: ‘to deepen the capital markets’. The incoming National administration quickly picked up the baton, with Act MP Rodney Hide fronting a new Local Government Borrowing Bill, designed to encourage more private investment in local government securities - the debt-servicing falling on compliant rate-payers. What appears to be the status quo does not have to be tolerated, as I will be assuring our local councillors at the Annual Plan hearings. There are legal and ethical solutions. Something can and must be done. Heather Marion Smith. District Council seems to. A parallel is the forestry sector, also said to be 80% foreign owned. Forestry clear felling with silt runoff is wrecking the Sounds environment and ecology. Over 15 MDC reports since 1980 have raised alarm bells over the worsening Sounds situation. Council and government sit on their hands. Meanwhile the people’s Wairau River and Marlborough Sounds have a doubtful future, increasingly so because of political inertia. Pete Watson Blenheim W h e n o n ly t h e b e s t W i l l d o !

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New predator control project starting in Marlborough soon Te Tau Wairehu o Marokura is a Jobs for Nature pest control project with big ambitions to increase the protection for native flora and fauna along our eastern coastline. Project Managing Director Rawiri Manawatu says the goal is to establish and maintain a trapline to protect native birds from predators along 127km of coast between the Awatere in Marlborough and the Oaro in North Canterbury. “We are targeting some of the worst pests - stoats, hedgehogs, rats and feral cats, to help our taonga bird species thrive,” Mr Manawatu said. The trapline will protect threatened species including black-fronted terns, wrybills, Caspian terns, South Island pied oystercatchers and banded dotterel. More intensive trapping networks will be established around native wildlife hotspots. “We have a team of 11 who will be employed for three years. This is not only beneficial for our native birds, the project is also helping to build capability in our community and we’re seeing great benefits already,” Mr Manawatu said. "This part of the country was badly affected by the international tourism downturn after Covid-19. The project supports whanau to remain in the Kaikoura area and stay connected to their turangawaewae,” he said. So far the team has successfully trapped 83km of the coastline starting from the south in Oaro up to the Waima/Ure River and they have had fantastic results. Mr Manawatu said 250 predators were caught in the last three checks which is a great result.

Over the next two months the team will complete the remainder of the coastline towards the north, focussed on the Marlborough region. While they’re in the area they will visit Ward and Seddon primary schools to help guide and provide advice as they embark on their own trapping programme. For more information go to the project’s Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/TeTau-Wairehu-o-Marokura-predatorcontrol-project-110188164766615/

Council services on Queen’s Birthday Monday 6 June Council’s Blenheim office will be closed from 5.00 pm on Friday 3 June and reopen on Tuesday 7 June at 8.00 am. Please note that the Blenheim Customer Service Centre is also closed on Wednesdays between 12.30 pm and 1.30 pm. Opening times for transfer stations, the Resource Recovery Centre, Greenwaste Acceptance Facility and the landfill on Queen’s Birthday are: Transfer stations Blenheim Monday 6 June - 8.00 am to 4.30 pm Picton Monday 6 June - 8.00 am to 4.00 pm Havelock Monday 6 June - 8.00 am to 2.00 pm Rai Valley, Seddon and Wairau Valley transfer stations will be closed on Monday 6 June. Resource Recovery Centre and Greenwaste Acceptance Facility Monday 6 June - 8.00 am to 4.30 pm Landfill Monday 6 June - 8.00 am to 12.00 pm. Kerbside rubbish and recycling collections Rubbish bags and recycling crates normally collected on Mondays will be

collected on Tuesday 7 June. Please make sure your bag and crate is out on the kerb by 7.30 am. Marlborough District Libraries Marlborough District Library (Blenheim) and Picton Library and Service Centre will be open as usual over the weekend but will be closed on Monday 6 June. Bus services Bus services will not operate on Queen’s Birthday. Normal services resume on Tuesday 7 June.

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Rates rebate applications close soon Applications for a 2021-2022 rates rebate close on Thursday 30 June, so now’s the time to find out if you’re eligible. If you pay the rates on your home and you have a low income you could be eligible for a rebate of up to $665 off your rates. You will need your income details for the period 1 April 2020 to 31 March 2021 and if

you have dependants we will need details about them too. You can come into the Council offices in Blenheim or Picton or submit your details online at: www.marlborough. govt.nz/services/rates/rates-rebate Online forms need to be submitted by 5.00 pm on Friday 24 June to allow your application to be completed by Thursday 30 June.

Be prepared for sewage ‘blow back’ Over the coming months Council is carrying out a programme of sewer mains cleaning, initially focussed on Picton. The cleaning and inspection programme is part of Council's work to survey and maintain the condition of the wastewater network. Operations and Maintenance Engineer Stephen Rooney says occasionally during the cleaning process ‘blow back’ occurs when water is pushed back up through a toilet. Mr Rooney said it’s very unpleasant and distressing, especially if you happen to be sitting on the loo at the time. “Fortunately it’s a very rare occurrence, but it does happen.” To help people get prepared, Mr Rooney encourages residents to check their letterbox for a notice about when the Council is cleaning the sewer mains in their area. “I also encourage people to sign up to the Antenno app, which is regularly updated advising which streets we are working on.” Antenno is a free mobile app that sends notifications and alerts - information is available at www. marlborough.govt.nz/services/ apps/antenno When Council is working in your street, you are advised to keep your toilet seat down and put a towel under the seat lid while your area is worked on. Mr Rooney said the objective of the cleaning programme is to find tree roots, blockages and pipes damaged by earth movement in the wastewater system. A programme to repair any problems found will follow. “Also, please don’t flush wet wipes down the toilet - they cause

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Teeing it up in Texas Former Blenheim golfer Josh Roche won his first college tournament in America last week. He talks to Jacob Page about his unorthodox journey to the sport, the influence his Dad and grandparents had on him and what the win means for his future. Josh Roche has come a long way from splashing in puddles as a fouryear-old out the back of the fourth hole at the Blenheim Golf Club where his grandparents lived. The 21-year-old won his first big college tournament in America last week. Josh, who is at West Texas A & M on a golf scholarship, won the Michelob Ultra Men’s City Championship at Ross Rogers Golf Course in Amarillo, Texas. The soon to be senior came away with a tournament victory at Ross Rogers Golf Course last Sunday defeating Andrew Brewer in a playoff elimination round. Josh went to Springlands School and Marlborough Boys’ College before shifting to Christchurch where he attended Christchurch Boys’ High School. However, Josh’s story is not one of a golf prodigy, but more of a multi-talented teen who loved rugby and cricket and flirted with golf before finally choosing to “get serious” about the game at 17. “As a young kid, I used to play a few holes with my Dad or Grandad using my Grandma’s clubs. “When I was eight or nine, Dad was keen for me to get a handicap, so I started putting in some nine-hole scorecards and got my handicap of 36 and then basically stopped playing to focus on rugby and cricket. “Once I gave up rugby at 14, I needed something to do in winter, so I’d follow Dad around the golf course but I wasn’t very good.” Josh says it wasn’t until Year 12 at

Christchurch Boys’ High School and after he had fallen out of love with cricket, that his golf game took flight. “I started playing every day and it just clicked,” he says. Josh described last week’s win as the biggest and most important. “For me, it was a massive win, not just because it was an important tournament but it has given me so much confidence to know I can compete at this level. “To be honest, I’ve played some of the worst golf in my life over the past two years and there have been some down times so to be able to have the tournament I did, is incredible because I knew I had it in me.”

“I started playing everyday and it just clicked.” Josh says he tried to play with freedom and a level of enjoyment on the course and it paid off. He will graduate with a business degree in 2023 but is unsure what his plans will be after that. “I do have an extra year of eligibility due to Covid but I’m not sure what the plan will be. “After the win, the boy who wants to play (professionally) on tour has been woken up and that’s a pretty cool feeling. “I know I’m very fortunate to be

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Local film Northspur goes to America By Chris Valli

The action/thriller feature film Northspur, filmed in Nelson and Marlborough, has officially been sold to US studio Lionsgate and is set to have a North American release later this year. The film stars Josh McKenzie, Delaney

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The action genre also explores relationships with many dramatic scenes and examines the theme ‘how far would you go to protect what you love?’ Northspur is indeed a Marlborough home-grown effort, written, directed and produced here in the Top of the South, made with incredible backdrops and many local cast and crew. The film was completely independent, backed by consortiums of local investors. Justin says they received no state help or public money and were told by numerous people it couldn’t be done. “Shooting an action movie in 18 days, on the kind of budget we had, but we went ahead anyway, and it’s come out well, we think.” Justin says the producers, writer and director have worked on the film for five years all for no money whatsoever, just investing in the future of the region. “We did our best to put every dollar on screen in order to try and spark a local ‘industry’ here, where we can continue to make feature films in our beautiful part of the country. We involved the whole filmmaking community in the Top of the South, building the cabin which is the centre-piece of the movie ourselves, and filming

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on properties around the region.” Justin says one such beautiful property in the Waihopai Valley came about through serendipity and really enriched the life of the owner Pam Doig, who unbeknownst to the crew was in the last year of her life due to Motor Neurone Disease. “Pam happened to be gardening at the gate to her vast property when two of our producers drove by looking for other locations, and asked if there were any nice properties up that road suitable

for filming. It was perfect for so many different locations and we spent a week filming there, involving Pam from her wheelchair watching the filming and intermingling with cast and crew. She loved every minute, seeing the property she had built up over so many years become the centrepiece for a movie. We subsequently kept Pam involved with screenings and events and even went back and shot a short film there a while later.”

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Wishing all our members a special merry Christmas and a happy new year

From the President’s Desk Phone 03 578 4950 or visit our website on www.greypowermarlborough.co.nz

One of the benefits of being a Marlborough Grey Power member is our discount book. Some of our members use this book religiously when out shopping, whereas others do not use it to its full benefit. Reasons for not using this resource go from forgetting to use it, not looking through the book to find discounted retail outlets and services before purchasing and using a different supplier to purchase. I find the best way for me to get the most bang for my buck out of the book is to read it carefully when I receive it and highlight shops for purchases and services that I may require. A couple of years ago I had to get new dentures. By using Ortho-Dent denture Clinic, I saved myself $250.00 off the full cost, while also receiving a highly professional service. I also purchase linen spray quite regularly, and by going into Cerise Gifts, to just browse, I found a lovely range, which was already affordable, and saved $1.35 on the purchase. It may not seem a lot but all these savings add up. We have 75 outlets and services in the book this year, including cafes, optometrists, Bed & Breakfast stays, restaurants and many more options. This is a benefit to our members, and also to those who offer discounts. I take this opportunity to thank our Marlborough businesses and service providers for participating. So, go and grab your discount book and a hot drink and see what savings you can make by regularly using this financial resource. Gayle Chambers President.

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Zone news Grey Power Marlborough is part of Zone 5, which is made up of the Nelson, Golden Bay, Motueka, Marlborough, Hokitika, Greymouth and Buller Grey Power associations. We meet four times a year to discuss what is happening in our region and how we can collectively send remits through to Grey Power Federation to lobby Government. These remits generally go through, once passed, to the Federation AGM. At present we have two remits on the table, the

Our 2022 discount book lists 75 businesses which offer discounts to our members. Please support them. Each month we will highlight some of them in this newsletter. They’re a good reason to join Grey Power Marlborough. Conditions may apply. • CM Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Ltd, ph 03 972 3893 or 028 405 2863. $59 heat pump service. 10% discount on new heat pumps. • Cresswell Electrical 2021 Ltd, ph 03 578 7247 10% discount to Grey Power members 3 Stuart Street Blenheim Email info@cresswellelectrical2021.co.nz • Dolce Cafe, Restaurant and Bar, upstairs the Forum, Market Street, ph 03 579 3182 10% off coffee, tea, bakery items Mon-Fri 10-11am Website: www.dolcerestaurantbar.co.nz • Estate Busters downsizing or estate assets dispersals ph 578 5580, 578 4386, 021 257 8549 and 021 615 723. Email jennylandrews@xtra.co.nz and paulinemead@hotmail.com Website: www.estatebusters.wordpress.com

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The Association for people 50+

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Wishing all our members a special merry Christmas and a happy new year

Emergency contacts Phone 03 578 4950 or visit our website on www.greypowermarlborough.co.nz

We all know how to call 111 in an emergency, but it’s important to remember that fibre and wireless landline connections will stop working if the power goes out. This also means some cordless phones and other devices (like medical alarms) may not be able to connect – even if they have a battery. If you have a mobile that works at your place, you should be just fine. Remember to keep it charged and make sure everyone at your place has access to it and knows how to

use it if there’s a power cut. If you don’t have a mobile, you can get a special battery known as a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply). This will keep your fibre or wireless connection going if the power goes out for a short time. Remember, if your landline handset plugs into the power, this may also stop working, regardless of whether it’s on copper, fibre or wireless. If you, or someone at your place, needs extra support to call 111 in a power cut, you can apply to be on

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the Spark Vulnerable Consumer Register. If you qualify, Spark will give you a way to call 111 in the event of a power cut, at no cost to you. Read more about the Vulnerable Consumer Register below. If you, or someone at your place, relies on a fibre or wireless landline for health, disability or safety reasons and you don’t have a mobile or other way to call 111 during a power cut, you can apply to be on Spark’s Vulnerable Consumer Register by calling the Spark team on ph 126.

This past month Grey Power has met with our MP and the Mayor, keeping in touch and raising issues from slippery footpaths to ACC payments. Our representatives attended the Older Person’s Forum on our behalf and the AGM of Abbeyfield Marlborough, as well as the Zone 5 meeting reported on above. Former President Roy Reid was kind enough at that Zone meeting to give Marlborough a special mention in praising our work on behalf of Marlborough seniors. Keep safe and warm. Brian McNamara Publicity Officer.

Fire Alarms Working smoke alarms save lives. Modern alarms have a 10 year battery life and are less susceptible to accidental activation. Consider up-dating your alarm if you suspect it may the older style. If you are not sure, contact us and we will come and advise you. An important consideration when thinking about your smoke alarm is can you hear it when you take your hearing-aids out at bedtime? A simple test will help you identify this - take your hearing aids off, stand behind a closed door, get someone to activate the test function on an alarm in another room to see if you can hear it. If you can’t hear it, it won’t alert you to a fire so you will require the Hearing Assistive Technology (HAT) alarm option. The HAT system has strobe lights and a vibrating pad placed under your pillow to wake you when an alarm activates. Contact our community risk team via 0800NZFIRE (0800693473) for advice and assessment. From Darren Crawford, Senior Advisor, Readiness and Recovery, Fire and Emergency NZ.

Emergency Services messaging Did you get a message on your cell phone two Sundays ago from Emergency Services that had been already warned would be coming? It seems some people are alarmed that their cell phone number is known to the authorities. Well, that message was not a text message sent to your phone but rather a notification sent to all cell phones within range of a cell-phone tower. It was not sent personally to you but was a general notification to all, so no need for any concern. I was a member of a Grey Power advocacy group that meets with some government departments. Last Friday we met in Wellington with Emergency Management and worked with them to address issues affecting seniors when there is an emergency. The issue of some people getting alarmed about that emergency test message was raised by the Emergency management team, so I have explained it here.

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these fourth annual awards, just a few shy of the 2021 total. Clearly there are many others like Federated Farmers, and our Summit partner Brightstar Events, who recognise the value of celebrating and honouring the leaders and rising stars among our food and fibre producers.” Feds is delighted that judges have named Federated Farmers national board member Chris Lewis as one of the three Primary Industries Champion Award finalists. Chris has been a tireless champion of the dairy industry through his various roles. Alongside running a large dairy and beef operation in the Waikato and family commitments, Chris has represented the Feds Waikato province as the provincial president and then served on the national board as both Dairy Chair and then Immigration and Employment Spokesperson. These roles have been pivotal to both the Waikato province and Federated Farmers and his efforts for

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gardening this week Strawberry time: By Wally Richards May is the traditional month when new seasons strawberry plants become available in garden centres. The nurseries that grow the plants lift them after the autumn rains have moistened the soil sufficiently, then they are distributed to garden centres. In seasons when the growing beds remain too dry then the plants are not lifted till later, making for late plantings. I find that the sooner you can get your new strawberry plants into their new beds the better results you have in the first season. Like all things planted it is root establishment that is so important. When planting, place about a teaspoon of Wallys Unlocking your soil in the planting hole with a pinch of BioPhos for each strawberry plant. Alternative is broadcast the label amounts over a bed when preparing for planting. Gardeners with existing beds of strawberries will likely have a number of runners that have rooted in nicely, these can be used for new season plants. If the existing strawberry bed is not congested with old and new plants and there is ample room still for all the plants to grow and produce, then you can get away with not lifting the runners or only lifting those that are too close to existing plants. Strawberries are easy to grow and can be grown in open ground or containers. In open ground the most practical way is to make a bed with wood surrounds 16 to 20cm tall and have a hinged frame over the bed that has either plastic bird netting or wire netting over the lid. The whole frame needs to only sit on the soil so it can be moved if required. If using tanalised timber for the surround then after cutting to size; paint all the wood with a couple of coats of acrylic paint to prevent chemicals leeching into the soil. Strawberries can be grown in troughs about 16 to 20 cm wide and similar depth then as long as required. I like to hang these off the top wooden rail of a fence. Special strawberry planters made from clay or plastic are not very good and your results are likely to be poor.

(Thats the types where plants are placed in holes around the container as well as on top.) Polystyrene boxes with holes in the bottom are also ideal containers for good crops if they have a rooting depth of 15cm or more. The growing medium should be a good compost such as Daltons or Oderings to which you can add untreated sawdust and a little clean top soil or vermicast. A mix of about 75% compost, 20% sawdust and 5% vermicast is good value. Mix the above in a wheelbarrow then place a layer of the mix 5 cm deep in the base of the trough or container. Now sprinkle a layer of chicken manure, some potash, BioPhos, Wallys Unlocking your Soil and Ocean Solids. Horse manure is also very good. If you do not have chicken manure available use sheep manure pellets and blood & bone. Cover with more compost mix to a depth suitable for planting your new strawberry plants. A similar process can be applied to an open bed with a frame, though the frame height may need to be taller than previously suggested. Ensure that the soil at the base of the frame is free of most weeds and then place a layer or two of

cardboard over the soil. This will help prevent weeds from coming up in the bed, then fill as suggested. There are a number of different varieties of strawberry plants available to the home gardener, newer varieties such as Chandler, Pajaro and Seascape and Albion which I especially favour.. The Albion strawberry (Fragaria x ananassa “Albion”) is known for its fruits, which have a uniformly conical shape, bright red color, reliable firmness, and surprisingly sweet taste. Albion strawberry plants grow quickly to about 12 inches (30.5 cm). Different varieties will do better or worse in different climates so choose the ones most suited to your area of the country. To enhance your strawberries and increase the crop yields by 200 to 400% drench the bed with Wallys Mycorrcin after planting and repeat again in a couple of months time. Spray the plants with Mycorrcin as soon as planted and then every two weeks till end of season. Add Magic Botanic Liquid to the Mycorrcin Spray. An occasional monthly spray of Wallys Perkfection will help prevent dry berry (Downy Mildew) and other diseases. For bigger berries you may like to try Wallys Secret Strawberry Food.

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On going into the Westpac Bank, I saw they had helicopter money boxes & stuffed toy helicopter’s for purchase at $15 each. All the proceeds go towards such a worthy cause and the grandies get to enjoy their money boxes.

Can Marlborough state when the frost grit was spread along State Highway 6 Bridge. Signs are up but no grit. Because it’s cheaper for an employee to drive out there and open the signs than workers spreading the grit.

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Using mobile phones while driving vehicles. Still doing it? Really, really dumb. Plus it’s potentially a murderous action. So come on the powers that be. Stop it overnight by introducing $1000 fines along with licence suspensions until each fine is paid. And any (really dumb) second offence. Impound & crush the vehicle. Problem fixed overnight & many lives saved.

The good ol’ broomstick through the front spooks should sort that issue out.

Magical I would just like to congratulate the Blenheim musical theatre company, for their amazing performance of Les miserables, l took my mum, and she said it was the best performance that she had ever seen it was a magical afternoon.

Re Gloriavale Agree totally. Get in there and shut that destructive cult down.

Re clean streets We can all make Blenheim clean again. If everyone just looked after the berm and road up to the centre line outside their home or business Blenheim would be cleaner. I often (usually after recycling day) take an extra rubbish bag while walking the dog and pick up rubbish and recycling. We all live here.

PM Travelling overseas Let us all hope that Jaciinda Arden is promoting New Zealand and not just the North Island (Aotearoa).

Re dogs barking DOGS BARKING How on earth can the lady say we ban workmen and trucks. I am glad I don’t share a driveway with you. Get a dog collar.

Thick New Zealanders

Cabbage tree leaves are a nuisance, but dried ones bundled into about twelve, folded in half and tied with one wrapped around it and knotted make excellent firestarters. It’s a great way to get rid of them.

Home alone Imagine how stressful it is for your dogs being left home all day barking and running up and down section. Would you leave your children home alone to cope? Maybe you as the dog owner should find a home for them to go to during the day. Be a responsible dog owner.

Re everyone is hurting Yes I WORKED, SAVED, & PAID taxes for 50 years. Those taxes should now be what is paying my pension but instead it is paying those that are too lazy to get off their backsides to go to work. Oh & yes I am still paying tax on my pension. So who is selfish?

Hidden agendas So, Bohally is confirmed for College Park. Does anyone know what will replace the historic MBC site adjacent to Scott/Stephenson/ Francis Sts?? Lots of hidden agendas, I’d like to bet.

Electric vehicles I don’t have anything against electric cars But with the government pushing for electric vehicles I would ask where is the electricity going to come from to charge them all? There is hardly enough power in the grid as it is and ironically thanks to the greens there has been very little investment in power generation over the last 30 years but the demand keeps growing. So burn coal to charge electric cars ? A very real possibility.

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Noise levels Please can someone get the late night ferries into Picton be reduced or halted. The noise levels are getting ridiculous and interrupting my quality of sleep. Being awake for 2 hours nightly is not acceptable!

Re Drunk people RSE means Recognised Seasonal Employer. Not all Islander’s are RSE’s. If the ones that are upsetting you ask who their employer is. The employer will not accept this.

Talk of the week Much appreciated Thank you to the kind person who took the time to hand my Honda car-keys, lost in High Street, to the Police Station. Very much appreciated.

Disillusioned What a disillusioned fool we have for a PM. Smugly telling the Americans how she fixed our gun problems, meanwhile the streets of Auckland resemble the OK chorale.

Last year government imported approximately 1.3 million tons of Indonesian coal, guess what for electricity charging electric cars, ASK yourself does that make sense burn dirty coal to get rid of so-called dirty cars. Go figure. Also we import 85 percent off our pork even from China, because we have killed of our own pork industry with so many restrictions that China doesn’t have, go figure. WE do what the Green idiots tell us. Dum New Zealanders.

Re fuel profits I wouldn’t be as concerned by the 25 billon a year the fuel company’s are profiting but be more concerned with the 2billon dollars a day the government collects in fuel tax and ruc charges. The government may have given us a tax cut on the price of fuel but this has not had an effect on how much the government receives. As they take a percentage of the fuel price as tax, the higher the price of fuel the more the government receives in tax. So do not think for one minute the government is taking a big loss. Maybe a better idea is to cap the tax on fuel and ruc charges ?

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Re Aotearoa not te reo Aotearoa translated means “long white cloud” in Maori. Lengthened to “land of the long white cloud”. It is Maori, but I’m confused at what language you think it is. Please elaborate

Disabled pensioners Earlier this year disabled pensioners were given a 25% reduction on current taxi fares for 3 months. Later my Home Help telephonist rang saying, The Government instructed them to delete every second name from their lists on alternate weeks, hence a fortnightly clean for laundry, beds, carpets, floors and toilet etc. Mine was a second sic (alternate) name. No understanding of needs or health, we would be seen fortnightly. This budget because of the winter heating allowance, we were not entitled to the cost of living allowance. Cheers, “You old bastards”, as Bob Hawke referred to we pensioners, expect to be warm as you starve in your dirty home.

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Celebration of Samoan Independence

Today, June 1, marks the 60th anniversary of Samoan Independence and on Sunday evening, the Samoan Community held a meeting and shared meal to discuss the final arrangements for local celebrations. The first was a flag-raising ceremony held at Marlborough Girls’ College at 8am today, Wednesday June 1. There are also a number of sporting events planned, including a volleyball tournament on Monday June 6. Tupuaga Siovaeata, Aleni Keresoma, Rev Paniamina Faalava and Manipasa Siaifoi were all at Sunday evening’s meeting at MySpace, held to discuss final arrangements for the 60th anniversary of Samoan Independence.

Sala Tueso, Aleni Iese and Lauoi Alafou, with five-year-old Iata Aiono.

ABOVE: Mu Silo-Siamalu was ready for a coffee being served by Audrey Ligaliga. RIGHT: Local Samoan people spent a busy Sunday evening organising the final plans for their Independence celebrations, being held in conjunction with Samoan Language Week. Back from left are Sialele Alipia, Kalala Raeli, Audrey Ligaliga, Ione Sekai, Pastor Olataga and the Rev Peniamina Fa'alave. Front, Lapu Oliver, Losalona Sekai, Rev Alofa Asiata.

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Nigel Perry QSM fights off Covid A founding member of the Waikawa Boating Club, his civic roles included ten years calling housie numbers for the Redwoodtown Retirement Village. He also spent over 39 years on the now defunct Marlborough Road Safety Council, 10-11 of them as president. Nigel keeps a lively interest in that work, saying there’s still unfinished business around public concerns over the lack of painting to mark the centre “refuge” crossings in Blenheim. “We’re still on the case,” he says. His age and balance issues meant he was unable to get to Wellington or Auckland for his investiture, so Mayor John Leggett gave him his medal in the civic chambers, in what is believed to be a first for this ceremony here. Nigel was pleased as instead of

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The redoubtable Nigel Perry of Blenheim was, in late April, awarded a Queens Service Medal for his 80 years of service to Marlborough sport, starting as a provincial representative tennis and table tennis player, then administrator. At ninety three years old he’s now however, in isolation until at least Friday, having contracted Covid, which he’s fighting off with his usual calm confidence. “Just a cough and a sore throat. A bit tired,” he said, adding that he can’t talk too much. While his citation focussed on his massive tennis and table tennis service, Nigel has been involved in a number of other sports and community groups.

Marlborough Mayor John Leggett pins the QSM to Nigel Perry’s lapel, in an investiture ceremony which is believed to be a first for the Marlborough District Council.

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Ian Jordan MNZM a local farming legend By Glenise Dreaver

Ninety-five-year-old Ian Jordan is now officially a member of the New Zealand Order of Merit (MNZM) for his services to the livestock industry following his investiture in Wellington in early May. He had seven guests present when Governor General Dame Cindy Kiro presented the medal to this third generation farmer who still lives on the Woodbourne farm founded by his grandfather in 1881. Ian’s citation says he has contributed to sheep and cattle

breeding in Marlborough, nationally and internationally. He established his prizewinning Willowhaugh Southdown Stud flock in 1956, then took over his father’s Jersey Stud in 1964. His cows have won numerous championships. Patron, Honorary Life Member and long standing committee member of the New Zealand Ploughing Association, he was still ploughing at age 90. His citation also features countless other awards and a proud record of lifelong service to multiple agricultural organisations.

Lapu Oliver QSM given warm welcome Lapu and seven of her immediate family were given tickets to the investiture, held at Government House. That was, says Lapu, overwhelming. “I was shaking.” But Governor General Dame Cindy Kiro, put her at ease immediately. “She greeted me in Samoan. That was very comforting.” “What a beautiful lady. So lovely, so calm.” And Lapu was especially impressed

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For Lapu Oliver of Blenheim, her award of the Queen’s Service Medal, QSM, on Friday May 6 was a truly “awesome” occasion. She says the work she does for the Pasifika peoples who face the cultural shock of a totally different way of life when they come here directly from their island homes is done for love. “I never expected this!”

that two of her nieces, who weren’t able to be included on her guest list, were warmly welcomed and two extra places set out for them at the table. “They were gatecrashers! “ They’d come along on the off chance they might get in and that paid off. It was special for Lapu that her grandchildren were able to be there for the presentation. “I was so proud they saw me given this award.”

Woodbourne farmer ninety-five-year-old Ian Jordan MNZM at his recent investiture in Government House in Wellington, with Governor General Dame Cindy Kiro.

Boost for business managers now available Some argue leaders are born, but like any other skill training can be a massive help for those promoted into a leadership or management role. That’s where Liz Webb, a local business coach and consultant, comes in. Her work focuses on helping businesses make informed decisions through coaching, group training, facilitation, and project support. Liz is running a course through the Marlborough Chamber of Commerce starting this month, and anyone looking to build up their leadership and management skills should sign up. Liz says the Leadership and

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Other skills to learn include delegating and prioritising, setting goals, managing time, planning for project resourcing, and running effective meetings. “I got my first team leader role when I was 25 because I was one of the best performers in the team.,” Liz says. The assumption was that having been a great team player, she would make a great team leader. “The reality is that the skills needed to be good at what the business does, are not the same skills you need to be great at managing that process.” “I am excited to have the opportunity to work with the Chamber

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Trevor Harris knows a thing or two about vintage cars. Having been involved with the Marlborough branch of the Vintage Car Club of New Zealand for 49 years, it was fitting he was asked to write about the history of the branch. Trevor’s association with the branch began in 1973 when he purchased a dismantled 1928 Harley Davidson. Several years later he says a derelict 1928 De Soto car was purchased for his late wife Doreen to use for branch social events. Trevor says the motivation to write the history came from branch member Linda Laing who compiled the book from what he wrote and various other sources. He says the writing process brought up many memories. The photos provided in the text are by Dinah Turner. “There have been many highlights. The completion of the branch museum and clubrooms at Brayshaw Park and the many successful South Island and national rallies hosted locally.” District Councilllor Jenny Andrews spoke at the book launch and said the book is a much needed chapter of the history of the club and will become a ‘bible for future reference’. “Trevor has completed this book and given us detail of the great strides the club has made, of the many dollars they have put into community charities and most of all the enduring friendships and legacy that the club has had with the people of Marlborough. “This book has brought back many memories of people not with us now but

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who over the years contributed so much, and of the members with us today who have tirelessly worked for the good of the club to make it the success it is today.” The branch was formed in 1958 when Trevor says 16 like-minded men met to consider forming a local branch of the New Zealand Vintage Car Club. Two of those life members are still involved with the club. The Vintage Car Club membership is open to anyone with an interest in old motor vehicles. Eligibility to compete in New Zealand VCC events is open to any vehicle 30 years or older. The local branch meets every Wednesday morning at the Brayshaw Park Clubrooms for morning tea and work in the extensive spare parts complex, the museum, and the grounds or just to chat. Prospective members welcome.

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MORAN, Sharon: Passed away at Wairau Hospital with loved ones at her side on Thursday, May 26, 2022. Aged 70 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Chris, loved and devoted Mum to Damian and Cheryl, and Tristan and Kate, and loved Nanna of Ethan, Florence, and Maggie. A service to celebrate Sharon’s life will be held at Ukaipo, Rangitane Conference Centre, 1 Fell Street, Grovetown, Blenheim at 1 pm, Thursday June 2, followed by burial at Fairhall Cemetery where she will be laid to rest with Chris. The celebration will continue at the Harlequins clubrooms after the burial at the cemetery. Messages can be sent to 6 Aston St, Springlands Blenheim 7201, or online at www.shoneandshirley.co.nz

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NICOL, Eileen: Jon, Paul, Anneka and Nicholas would like to sincerely thank everyone for their support and help during Eileen’s illness and passing. The phone calls, TX messages, cards, baking and flowers were very much appreciated. To Alzheimers Marlborough, thank you for the support and advise during this time. To those that donated to Alzheimers thank you. Special thanks to Lady Carol, you are a star, your support and advice was very much appreciated. Please accept this as a special thank you to everyone who helped us on this sad occasion. RIP Eileen.

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Messy contracts and clubs in the NRL It’s been a rough couple of weeks for the New Zealand Warriors as fans are left wondering if NRL contracts are worth the paper they are printed on. The NRL franchise continues to be stuck playing games in Australia as their muddling, going nowhere season was beautifully encapsulated in their 24-18 defeat to the equally stuck in the mud St George Illawarra Dragons last week. However, it’s the stuff off the field which should be concerning fans. Firstly, young half Chanel Har-

ris-Tevita claiming he wants a break from rugby league at the end of the season. That’s not a glowing endorsement for club culture and it’s not like Shaun Johnson has impressed at all so far in part because he refuses to run at the defensive line with ball in hand. Combine that with the latest revelation the club gave departed forward Matt Lodge a $766,000 “golden handshake” after letting him out of his last 18 months of the contract. The Daily Telegraph claimed

Lodge was given a $AU700,000 golden handshake by the club. The newspaper also reports the NRL has ruled the money must be included in the Warriors’ salary cap for the remainder of this season and next. The reason for Lodge’s departure, just like Euan Aitken who at least is playing out this season, he couldn’t see himself playing in New Zealand. Imagine the stupidity of both Lodge and the Warriors in signing a contract as a New Zealand franchise but never having any intent in

Awatere Golf Club Sue Murray, 78. Nearest to pin 9/18 Lyndsay Burrow. May 28th - Tasman Eagles were visiting - Todays winner was Lyuta Kumasaka +6, 2nd Richard Ronaki +3 on c/b from Shane Waters 3, 4th Eddie Davis +2, 5th Jason Kennedy -1, 6th Steve Hitchman -2, 7th Sam Westenra -2. Ladies - Jane Ingram -2 on c/b from Maureen Burrow -2, 3rd Margaret Hastings -3. Nearest to pin 9/18 - Mike Van Dijk.

Blenheim Golf Club May 24th 9 hole stableford Men Steve Griffin 20 George Addis 18 Barry Mosely 18 /Dave Menzies 17 Barry Hyndman 17 Paddy Couchman 16 Don Lamond 16 Bob Tapp 15 Dean Ormsby 15 Brain Brown 15 David Waters 15 Ladies Dawn Walker 16 May 25th LGU Medal Marion Flynn 93-27-66 Sa-Nga Grupp 93-19-74 30+ Colleen McLeod 111-35-76 May 26th Medal Don March 66 Mike Guillemot 66 Alby Atkinson 68 Clive Aitchison 68 Murray Belk 70 Murray Ingram 71 Sam

Rumours continue to swirl about the team’s best attacking player’s future, Reece Walsh despite the teenage fullback saying he is here to stay. All of this comes on the back of Broncos Star forward Payne Haas who has asked for his release from a contract he signed worth an estimated $800,000 a year through 2024 because he wants to get paid more, as he believes his value has increased. The Broncos, quite rightly, have declined the request. We’ll see how long that lasts.

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Golf Results Wednesday- Women: May 18th Stableford- 1st Margaret Roberts 37, 2nd Pam Farrell 34, 3rd Margaret Hastings 32 on countback from Rachael Westenra 32. May 25th Women played 4BBB – Margaret Roberts & Nicky Van Dijk net 72, Wendy Avery & Maree McLauchlan net 74. May 21st – Medal- Barry Hyndman 69, Owen Farrell 70, Grant Sinclair 71, Richard Ronaki 72, Lyuta Kumasaka, Steve Marfell and Roger Caughley all with 74.

playing in said country. Speculation is he had an argument with ownership, but even so, the outcome is a shambles. The Warriors will be returning to New Zealand on a permanent basis next year, and Lodge confirmed that was a factor in the decision for the two parties to part ways. “I couldn’t see my family living in New Zealand for a long-term future,” Lodge admitted. It’s utterly embarrassing for the Warriors and pedals the notion that they are inept.

Rainbird 72 Bob Tapp 72 Phil Starkey 72 9 Holes Stableford Leo McKendry 16 Ian Hatcher 16 Steve Griffin 15 May 28th MDC Challenge Cup Combined Nett Sa-Nga Grupp + Alf van der Hulst 141 Murray Belk + Sue Duckworth 142 18 Holes Stableford Luke Yarrall 38 Doug Shaw 34 Don Lamond 34 Nigel Martin 33 Richared Cullis 33 Alby Atkinson 33 Roy Lilley 33 NTP Fairweathers 9/18 Jim Findlay 3/12 Sowmans Paddy Couchman.

Marlborough Indoor Bowlers had a busy weekend playing the New Zealand Mixed Pairs qualifying tournament at the Simcox Stadium on Saturday. In the semi finals Ken Wells and Chris Wooster beat Tony Jones and Shirley Umbers coming from 3 down to win on an extra end 11-10. Glen and Jill Hurcomb had a good win in the other semi final over Tony Hitchcock and Diana North winning 11-2. In the final Ken Wells and Chris Wooster beat the Hurcombs 13-7 and travel to Westport to play in the regional finals in July. In the plate event John and Judy Symington had a hard fought game winning 6-4 over Brian Booker and Debbie Wearing. On Sunday the New Zealand Henselite Singles qualifying tournament was held

with 9 players qualifying including Ian and Daniel Henson, Gary Parlane, Julian Adams and Colin Blake along with the four players who made the semi finals. Steven Grant played Tony Hitchcock winning 15-6 with Brian Booker beating Jill Hurcomb 18-6. In the final Steven Grant beat last year's defending champion Brian Booker by 15-6. Steven will also go to Westport to contest the Henselite Singles regional finals. In the plate event Glen Hurcomb had a lucky win beating Judith Hyndman on an extra end 15-14. Several Marlborough players are also travelling to Porirua to play in the New Zealand Indoor Bowls National Championships played over 8 days starting June 11.

Marlborough Golf Club 24 May, women’s 9 hole multiple stableford: Suzanne Clifford 22, Anne Jack 20, Shirley White 20, June Maslin 18. 25 May, Jessie Murray Eclectic + medal. Div.1:Julie Smith 73, Jane Anderson-Bay 75. Div.2:Janet Leith 81. Div.3:Sue Lissaman 75, Debra Nicholls 77, Vivienne Boyle 78. Div.4:Pam Pullar 77, Ann Duncan 82, Heather Stenhouse 85. 26 May, men’s stableford Div.1:Ken Steel 42, Rick May 41, John Buzan 36, Andrew Petheridge 36, Malcolm Pettigrew 36.

Div.2:Mike Ponder 39, Ross Inder 37, Terry Shagin 34, Richard Anderson 36, Robert Hille 34, Jock Glennie 34. 28 May, women’s net medal Div.1:Jane Anderson-Bay 72, Lynda Shanks 73. Div.2:Pru Jensen 84, Annette Mason 84. Div.3:Mary Skilton 71, Heather Stenhouse 79, Sue Lissaman 80. Men’s stableford Div.1:Yuichi Ando 35, Ramon Coleman 32. Div.2:Bob Nicolle 35, Ravi Johl 34, Kevin Price 34. Div.3:Brian Chippendale 37, Jeff Clarke 36.

Picton Golf Club Thursday 19th May – 9 Hole Stableford.- Dave Bunt 19; Ant Booker, Trev Gullery, 18; Gary Aldridge, Grant Aikman, Aaron Wilson, Jeff Pascoe, 16. Saturday 21st May – Ian Molloy +4; Nick Wright +3; Phil Hawke, +1; Richard McLean, Brian Carver, Julie Rosie, -1: Jelle Keizer -2. Tuesday 24th May – Lily Booth trophy- Overall Winner Vicki Eastgate 76.; Dido Harper 77; Kaye Keys

78; Judy Jones 80; Lin Stone 81,Helen McIsaac 81.. 9Hole: Lyn Pawson 39;Vaughn Atkinson, Joyce McClelland, 43.5. Thursday 26th May- Gary Aldridge 36; Hyram Taylor, Aaron Wilson, Baz Slater, 35; Dave Bunt 34, Mike Ashworth, 34. Friday 27th May – 9Hole- Tim McCaffrey 18; Liz Taylor 16; Vaughn Atkinson 15; Lyn Pawson 13.

Wairau Valley Golf Club Results for Saturday 28th May:Medal & Putts:Ann Alison Graham 75, Mike Collins 76, Sam Rutherford 76. Walker 68, Mel Hampton 69, Glen Griffiths 69, Maureen Putts: Ann Walker 24, Mel Hampton 28, Mike Collins McKenzie 73, Bevan Boon 74, Brian Roughan 74, 29. Two’s: Bill Lacey.

Wairau Valley Golf Club Results for week ending 29 May 2022. Wednesday 25 May 2022 – Men’s Midweek Stableford – Divisions Div 1 – James Sutherland 38; Jerome January 35; Guido Bertogg 34; Div 2 – Gordon Lang 37; Graham McCarthy 35; Malcolm Dixon 35; Phil d’Auvergne 35; Allan Shutkowski 34; Tony Nichol 33; Bill Keenan 33; Div 3 – Owen Gibbs 34; Leo Coffey 33; Peter Parish 33; Jim Thomas 33; David Best 31; David Holdaway 30. Thursday 26 May 2022 – Ladies – Stableford Best Over The Field – Margaret McLeod 40; Dale McCrindle 39; Dianne Betts 35; Wendy Moffat 34; Anne Newman 32;Diane McCarthy 32. Saturday 28 May 2022 – Men – Rarangi Trophy Rnd

2 – Medal & Ladies Monthly Flute – Gross & Net: Men - Gross – Tony Nichol 78; Net – Sam Rainbird 70; Brian Gill 73; Ian Hale 74; Jim Thomas 74; Alan Rutledge 74; Paul Sainsbury 75; Terry Grant 76. Ladie – Gross – Paula Bavin 94; Net – Maryann Best 74; Anne Newman 75. Sunday 29 May 2022- Men – Irish Stableford & Ladies – LGU & Stretch Trophy – Medal: Men – Harry Whyte 81; Ray Tomlinson 78; Brian Gill 71; Phil Hill 69; Dick Hubert 68; Owen Gibbs 66; Graham McCarthy 66. Ladies – 0-18.4 Margaret Tapp 74;18.5-23.8 Carla Heppelthwaite 76; 23.9-40.4 Pat Olliver 74.

BUSINESS MANAGER

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Marlborough Boys’ College has a long and proud history of providing the young men of Blenheim, and the surrounding districts, with challenging opportunities and high standards of excellence in all aspects of daily life. Te Tātou o Wairau is the new schools build and co-location with Te Karti Kōhine o Wairau (MGC), our Board of Trustees and staff are striving to foster and develop our relationships with our mana whenua; Ngāti Toa Rangatira, Ngāti Rārua, Rangitāne o Wairau and Ngāti Kuia. Our school vision and values are at the core of what we do here at Marlborough Boys’ College. They are showing respect, responsibility, involvement and pride, while striving to be the best that we can be! We encourage our young men to embrace all academic, sporting and cultural pursuits, to discover a new passion and to contribute to the life of the school. Visit our website https://www.mbc.school.nz/ The Business Manager has responsibility for financial, property and business management at the College. Strategic advice and support is provided for both the College Board and the Senior Leadership Team. Success in the role will see best practice processes in place which allow the College to meet its long‐term financial and property objectives. Salary and start date by mutual negotiation. Other requirements: • Accounting qualifications • Fluent in Xero • Successful commercial and/or CFO experience • Experience managing commercial property and infrastructure • Strong relationship management skills • Leadership team experience • HR Leadership experience an advantage • Undergo a police vetting check in accordance with the Education Act 1989 and the Children’s Act 2014 The Job Description and Application form is available upon request from the Principal’s EA, Jill Pickering email apply@mbc.school.nz Applications close date 17 June 2022.

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