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Stags up for Jeremy By Chris Valli

You know it’s pig and deer season when High Street in Renwick has utes backed up to enter the Woodbourne Tavern on a Queen’s birthday Sunday. The 2022 version of ‘The Woody’ Pig and Deer Hunt saw this year’s event met with an enthusiastic crowd of hunters and onlookers alike. The official weigh-in from 12 - 3pm met with young and old unloading their respective litter of pigs, herd of deer’s and warren of rabbits from across the greater Marlborough region. Local hunter Jeremy Everson took out the Open category with the heaviest deer at 121 kilograms and the overall heaviest head. Continued on page 2. Jeremy Everson with his 121kg stag he shot at the weekend.

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Outdoors and free Continued from page 1. The 17-year-old shot the stag at an ‘undisclosed location’ up the Wairau Valley last Friday night and says it took him a good hour to capture the ‘rather heavy’ hoofed animal. It was Jeremy’s fifth year in the Woody’s Pig and Deer Hunt and says the event is awesome as it allows him to be in the outdoors and be free. “It’s not always about shooting something but it’s quite cool to see the animals in their natural environment. “It’s fun to hang out with friends. I love hunting to see new country and be able to put miles in on foot to earn the animal you shoot - not just shoot one from out of the truck window.” Alexis Martin took out the kids section (nine years and under) with her heaviest possum while Sophia Peak had a productive weekend and day with her first placing in the rabbit and hare category.

The full results were: Kids Section - Possum First, Alexis Martin 4.60kg; Second, Matilda Ingpen 4.50kg and third equal Flynn Smart and Wiremu Clay 4.40kg. Rabbit First, Sophia Peak 2.10kg; Second, Ameika Graham 1.90kg and third, Evy Boyce 1.30kg. Hare First, Sophia Peak 3.70kg and second equal Braxley Grinter and Harland Adams 3.60kg. Pig First, Daniel Lawrence 68kg; Second, Joshua Patterson 66.5kg and third Jayden Holdaway 65.5kg. Best Tusks Jayden Holdaway. Deer First, Jeremy Everson 121kg; Second, Jarod Bryant 108.5kg and third Allister Grinter 105kg. Average weight 75.39kg. Tied: Jett

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25.0kg Teen Pig First, Maia Watson 64kg; Second, Finn Mckenzie 62.5kg and third Hunter Stanton & Chase McWhirter 61.0kg Average - 41.82kg - Saphera Best 42kg.

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St John Blenheim has recently received full funding from the Pub Charity Limited for a new Health Shuttle that will continue to help get people to their medical appointments. Debbie Pipson, St John South Island Head of Fundraising, says Pub Charity is at the heart of community funding, together with their six supporting venues in Blenheim, Havelock, and Picton. “St John is incredibly grateful to PCL for its ongoing and continued support and it’s in addition to the eight ambulances they have funded for the South Island Region since 2018, of which Blenheim received one in March 2019,” Ms Pipson says. The new 10-seater Toyota Hiace ZX Minibus also has a hoist fit-out to carry wheelchair patients and replaces the old 2011 Mercedes Benz Health Shuttle which is now in its eleventh year and has just completed over 500,000kms. Martin Cheer, Pub Charity Chief Executive says there is no more direct benefit to a community irrespective of personal circumstances than a health shuttle, which provides a safe and supportive working environment for the hard-working volunteers of the St John Community Transport Service. “With these things in mind, Pub Charity is pleased to fund this health shuttle as we support the ageing population, the scarcity of services, and the lessening options

A NEW LEASE OF LIFE: Pub Charity Area Manager Zane Beloe, Ashley Longman from Fairweathers and Latham Bell from Pub Charity. The new 10-seater Toyota Hiace ZX Minibus has a hoist fit-out to carry wheelchair patients and replaces the old 2011 Mercedes Benz Health Shuttle which is now in its eleventh year and has just completed over 500,000kms.

in isolated areas for Blenheim,” Mr Cheer says. Julie Taverner, St John National Community Care Manager, says the Health Shuttle vehicle has been dedicated to serve the community and will replace the existing shuttle. “It will be available for anyone who needs transport to and from health-related appointments in the local area and hospitals in the region,” Ms Taverner says. “Our local and fully trained volunteer drivers are really looking forward to supporting their community with this new vehicle. “This service also supports our District Health Board to achieve higher levels of appointment attendance. And delivers on its mission ‘to support timely access to health services and increase

The Wairau Aquifer Freshwater Management Unit (FMU) allocation status has recently changed from being over-allocated to having allocation available. This follows recent water take permit expiries and the application of reasonable use calculations in the Proposed Marlborough Environment Plan (PMEP). Mayor John Leggett said the PMEP has an allocation framework providing for sustainable water abstraction and use. That limits the amount of water that can be taken from any water resource. In the past, the grant of some water permits has caused the PMEP allocation limit to be exceeded, with the council required to resolve all over-allocation.

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the opportunity for independent living, especially amongst older people.” On average the Blenheim shuttle completes around 3000 patient trips and 50,000 km annually. The service has almost 800 clients on its books, with many of these being regular users of the service. The top destination for patients is Wairau Hospital but

the service caters to all medical and health appointments and covers the Marlborough area - Blenheim, Picton, Havelock, Seddon, Renwick, and Ward. The service relies on the commitment of a team of 25 volunteer drivers and assistants, trained at Level 2 First Aid. Some of these volunteers have been there since day one of the service starting in Marlborough.

An MDC spokesperson says the $13.7m sewer upgrade in north Blenheim has reached most if its key milestones after 18 months of work, Two new sewage pump stations are now operational in McLauchlan and Budge Streets, the Fulton Street sewer has been replaced and a new gravity main installed in Budge Street. There is a new pressure main from the Budge Street pump station to Nelson Street and a new gravity sewer main in Hutcheson Street. As well as sewer upgrade work in McLauchlan, Bomford and Parker streets, the new sewage pump station at Bomford Street awaits only the arrival and installation of a new electrical switchboard.

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Blenheim and Beavertown Lions Book Fair By Chris Valli

The Blenheim and Beavertown Lions Clubs are holding their combined book fair this week at the Waterlea Racecourse (Linton Street entrance). This year the fundraiser’s main charity is School Start First Impressions Marlborough which works to reduce the impact of poverty on the education of Marlborough children. School Start First Impressions Marlborough is designed to give Marlborough’s at-risk five-year-olds the opportunity to commence school on an equal footing with their peers, enable them to embrace the challenge of school, focus on learning, and give them a chance to be the best that they can be.

The book fair was impacted by Covid last year. Beavertown Lions Publicity officer Carol Taylor says both clubs work together on the fundraiser with the money split evenly between them. Carol says all members help in some way whether delivering leaflets, making food for the helpers, making signs or collecting books from the bins at supermarkets. The Blenheim Lions have about 60 members while Beavertown has 38 members. The Book Fair is on tomorrow, Thursday June 9 until Sunday June 12 (9am - 3pm). So come down early and get a bargain on books for all ages, puzzles, records, DVDs and CDs. For any further information please contact Blenheim Lions on 027 951 1956 or 027 765 1341.

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Team work makes the dream work By Chris Valli

Hayley Moody and Rachel Roberts from Ray White Marlborough are passionate about people and property. They are also passionate about Volunteer Marlborough. The enthusiastic real estate agents are donating $550 to Volunteer Marlborough through their respective home sales. So why Volunteer Marlborough? “This organisation helps so many different walks of life. Volunteer Marlborough works with over 150 non-profit and non-governmental organisations, so where we can help and support them we absolutely will do so. We strive to help people and support the local community. “As it’s early days we haven’t had a lot of feedback yet, but with the first $550 that was donated they were able to purchase a T.V for their office which they utilise for training.” So far the duo has donated $1100 to Volunteer Marlborough. “It’s a work in progress; we have to list and sell the property to be able to pass over the funds.” Their social media campaign has been running for a little under a year and they say they are excited now that there are two of them on board. “What we do differently to stand out from others is utilise such things as Facebook and Instagram. Facebook has some great tools to push out to a wider audience and it costs absolutely nothing. We do also pay for further advertising ourselves through Facebook just to push the boat out a little further. “We create events where we do virtual tours of the property online and also make videos to sell not only the property but a feeling. We are always working and thinking of different ways we can do things better for our clients. Innovation and forward thinking is our future.”

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I was blown away by the local talent and depth of vocal and acting ability after seeing BMT’s Les Miserables recently. Given the times we are in and the lack of events in Covid times, the production was timely and had many contemporary themes that resonate throughout. The coverage from your journalist Chris Valli was outstanding and provided the socio and historical context of the French revolution. I for one thoroughly enjoyed the weekly columns and the links to many local people in the production who featured. Vive La France indeed! Rachael Van Aalst Dunedin

I have noticed for months an untidy patch of land outside 74 Maxwell Road. This is in a dark area so can easily go unnoticed until too late. The other morning I was walking into a low sun when luckily a cyclist saw me and stopped about two metres away. I thanked him and moved over and started on my way when that untidy piece of land was dead in front of me. How many others have been that close to falling? Dawn Hammond

Jessica Trounson Blenheim I think raising the age may make things tough for some people. With the rising costs of living and longer life expectancy, many people may have to continue working after 65 to supplement their pension anyway.

Glen Kirby Blenheim Currently against it for mental health well-being. You’ve worked all your life and have a chance to enjoy it and spend it will family while hopefully in good health. It’s a good out if you’re not enjoying your job, because at that age, to be rehired is not that easy.

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with 3 waters, infrastructure also owned by locals. This Govt has already taken away our energy options and now imports dirty coal, refined fuels (no refinery) without calculating the environmental freight costs, suggesting to another country you deal with production, then tax every consumer in NZ to subsidise an overseas business. Dave Kerr

Slippery Slope Dear Ed, Bit rich to blame Ardern for our crap-poor training set-up. Kiwis used to be admired the world over for skill and initiative, but then we got on the slippery slope of Rogernomics and Ruthanasia, thank you Labour and National, and were taught that training and upskilling imposed a cost which short-termism could duck. Poach already trained people from elsewhere was the shot; if not locally, then from poorer countries, but of course don’t build accommodation for a few tens of thousands of such workers. Should have copied the Germans instead; put 13-year-olds into any workplace for one day every week, let ‘em see what it takes to earn a crust, increase it to 2 days the year after, then

3, right up to where 19-year-olds come back for one day’s schooling even at 19. Don’t insulate them in school till they hit the big bad world at 18. University should have been for only essential careers, free but bonded for 5 years to earn your living in our economy, but the education industry got together with New York bankers to bring in student loans. The voters are at the mercy of political machines, no more responsive to the herds needs really than were royalty, at least the kind hammered into shape by the Enlightenment. Try engaging with our ‘elected’ people if you don’t believe me. Bill Holvey PS: Regular ‘Town Hall’ meetings, like the classic Greeks did, would have surely had promise?

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Mural enhances aviation celebration at Liz Davidson Place If you’ve been to Liz Davidson Place in central Blenheim recently you would have noticed the impressive new mural - a nod to Marlborough’s aviation and farming history. Completed by renowned street artist Guy Ellis (Dcypher) the mural breathes life into the concrete wall and gives a voice to one of Marlborough’s many aviation stories. It depicts sheep farmer John Clervaux Chaytor floating over his farm in a hot air balloon in 1906 throwing fistfuls of grass seed into the air in what is thought to be the world’s first aerial seed sowing. Blenheim Business Association (BBA) coordinator Caroline Stone says the large scale mural, which is most prominent as you approach from Charles Street, compliments the scaled replica of the Avro 504K aeroplane that was installed in Liz Davidson Place in January. “We chose Liz Davidson Place as a spot where Marlburians can celebrate our region’s rich aviation heritage. The scaled replica aeroplane which was flown by Captain Euan Dickson in the first ever

crossing of the Cook Strait in 1920 has been a huge hit with the public - especially the littlies who are enjoying the CBD’s first playful element.” Ms Stone says aviation stories like those of Captain Dickson will be able to be told in much more detail when a digital kiosk is installed on the site later in the year. “Locals and visitors will be able to use the kiosk to select a story they are interested in. They will be able to scroll through and find out more about our region’s special people and stories. This kiosk will capture Marlborough’s character and stimulate conversation,” Ms Stone said. The Liz Davidson Place mural is the next link in the BBA’s mural trail. Over the last 12 months many of central Blenheim’s concrete walls have been brought to life by wellknown street artists - the Green Gecko wall by Hakuna Matata café, the Karearea falcon on the western wall of the UFS Pharmacy, the Opaoa mural at the Wynen Street pocket park, the Beaver at Twelfth Lane, and Marlborough Seabirds and Pekapeka-tou-roa, both on Kinross Street.

Annual Plan Update hearings this week Mayor John Leggett and councillors are this week considering submissions to the 2022-23 Annual Plan Update. A Special Hearing Committee made up of all councillors and the Mayor heard from some of the 56 submitters yesterday, and will hear from the remaining submitters in the Council Chambers today. A total of 75 submissions were received from the public during the consultation period

in April and May. The Annual Plan Update summarises the key projects and programmes the Council plans to deliver in the 202223 financial year. It’s developed in consultation with the community. The final 2022-23 Annual Plan is scheduled to be adopted on 30 June 2022, once deliberations are complete. For further details go to: https://bit.ly/ AnnualPlanSubmissionsHearings

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The Liz Davidson Place mural is the next link in the mural trail. Over the last year seven large murals have transformed what were once blank concrete walls

Local elections - are you enrolled to vote? With the local elections coming up on Saturday 8 October now is a good time to check whether you’re enrolled to vote. To enrol or update your details you’ll need to fill in an enrolment form. Go online at: www.vote.nz or phone 0800 36 76 56 to ask for a form to be sent to you. Local elections are held by postal vote so you need to be enrolled at the right address to receive your voting papers in the mail.

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Airsheds are legally designated air quality management areas identified as having poor air quality that do not meet the National Environmental Standards for Air Quality. Creating an airshed around such areas means councils can better manage air quality issues and introduce specific rules if required. In Marlborough we have one designated airshed covering Blenheim’s urban area. As is the case for many towns in New Zealand, the main air pollutant here is particulate matter, specifically particulate matter smaller than 10 millionths of a metre (PM10). The source of these particles is primarily domestic fires. It is important to note that under the National Environmental Standards for Air Quality open air fires are not permitted within the Blenheim airshed, even if you have a fire permit issued by Fire and Emergency New Zealand. The Proposed Marlborough Environment Plan (PMEP) also has specific rules associated with the airshed to improve air quality such as: • Open fires can no longer be installed in private dwellings within the Blenheim airshed • Woodburners that were installed prior to 1 September 2005 are no longer permitted and should be replaced • Any discharge from a brazier must not occur during the months of May, June, July or August For the full set of the PMEP rules and other advice on air quality check out the Council’s burning fact sheets at www.marlborough.govt. nz/environment/compliance-service/

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Sharing the kete of knowledge! Proud Marlburian Keelan Walker says understanding his Maori culture allows him to navigate through life comfortably because he is solid knowing who he is and where he comes from. He talks to Chris Valli about his mahi and the language of Te Reo which motivates him. Keelan Walker says there was a time when he was disconnected to his identity and whakapapa as a youngster. However, he acknowledges he looks at life differently now that he is a father, and older. He says his cultural values and knowledge have played a big part in such a process. “If I look at the way my grandparents lived we shouldn’t be living any differently. Times are different but the values should be the same.” The 45 year old says he wouldn’t want to live anywhere else other than Marlborough at this stage in his life. Ironically, it was the only place he didn’t want to be when he was 20. “It’s home. I want my children to have the same connection with the area and whenua that I have knowing that this is where my whanau are from the last 800 years.” Keelan says he has been lucky to have strong whanau members understand that this is where he’s from and why it’s an important place. “My uncle, Richard Bradley, from the time I was a kid used to take us to all the old local Pa (village) sites every weekend. As he was learning, we were learning too. It took me a while to realise, especially now that I take people out to tours around the lagoons and the old historical sites. A lot of the history isn’t written down but recorded in the landscapes in the names. I know those names. I know those stories. And that’s why I photograph the landscape.” A photographer and filmmaker, Keelan is the face behind Loud Noise Media, a digital multimedia design company based here in Blenheim which specialises in web development, app and graphic design, digital film and photography and drone services. He says people from Marlborough like to see Marlborough. The diversity of the region and selling it as a location internationally caters from the open plateaus of Molesworth to

the Kaikoura ranges to the uniqueness of the Sounds. One such location for Keelan is D’urville Island or Rangitoto (red heavens look to the south). He says, every Marlburian should see it up close to really appreciate the wairua or spirit of New Zealand’s eighth largest island. “I’ve found a profession and niche that nobody else was touching on. If I can get there to the Vernon Bluffs (Wairau lagoons) and take photos, people like to see it. By putting pictures on the website they are out there for all to see.” So does he think Europeans or Pakeha know or understand the korero or the translation of Marlborough’s places and the significance of the Maori language and the stories these places tell? “No I don’t think they do because quite often those areas have become significant for other reasons and developed new names. The ‘Ned’ is a good example. The Ned is this peak at the back of Taylor Pass. Well, I don’t know who Ned is? For local Maori the original name is Te Hau and he was one of the first tupuna to come here from Hawaiki across the Pacific and his name is recorded there. Te Hau is credited as the first Polynesian to bring kumara to New Zealand and his gardens were situated in what is now known as Lake Grassmere.

“You can only do little bits at a time but eventually we will get there.” Keelan says by photographing these areas his goal is to revitalise the local names in the rohe (territory or boundary) and to share the stories with Pakeha.

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Photographer Keelan Walker’s images of Keneperu Sounds and Te Taumata-o-Matahourua is a significant and recognisable landmark in the Wairau region. It sits on the coastline of Te Koko-aKupe (Cloudy Bay) and is also known as the Parinui-o-whiti, or The Vernon Cliffs.

“There has never been a time in history I believe where Pakeha are more interested and I am seeing that in the talks that I am doing around town along with my other cousins who are doing similar things. The fact that Maori history will be introduced into schools is exciting.” From Term 1 2023, Te Takanga o Te Wa and Aotearoa New Zealand’s histories will be part of all kura and schools’ marau a-kura and local curriculum. The update to our national curriculum will ensure that all akonga leave school or kura with an understanding of our histories and how they have shaped our nation. Keelan says such implementation and korero will take time. “There are a group of locals who are working hard to provide

the framework for local schools and teachers to help them. People like Kiley Nepia and his company Hawiki Kura (Maori development, tourism and awareness training) that are there to help assist. Peter Meihana has helped write a tribal narrative for each Iwi in this region. “You can only do little bits at a time but eventually we will get there.” He says the responsibility is of all local Maori to assist and help the schools who are hungry to teach and tell the stories. Keelan acknowledges the principal of Marlborough Boys’ College Matua John Kendall who he has worked with recently. He says Matua John is leaving a positive effect on the local community and is the right person at the right

time with Maori language being integrated and used authentically at college. Speaking of Marlborough Boys’ College, the ex-alumni says the connection of Te Ao Maori during his time at college was limited and was often done with fellow Maori students through kapa haka, who were recognised as our cousins, albeit in a limited capacity. He says waiata and kapa haka weren’t ‘from here’. “What I’m seeing now, is that we are teaching our own waiata and haka which is really good to see. We almost lost our language for a number of reasons. The Reo symposium in Nelson recently was brilliant. The most exciting thing was to see the attendance of Maori and Pakeha.”

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MGC Big Sing By Chris Valli

Marlborough Girls’ College will hit the high notes for Marlborough with their entry in the Big Sing Choral Event tomorrow night. The Big Sing is the premium choral event for all secondary schools around New Zealand. After the regional events take place, finalists are chosen to take part in the finale and another special event, Cadenza later this year. MGC senior choir Ovation will be accompanied by the incomparable Robin Randle.

Linda Holdaway will be assisting with the MGC junior choir Crescentia. Linda says they are singing two songs. The first Pie Jesu is a liturgical Latin piece written in memory of the children who perished in the Oklahoma City bombing in 1995. The second is a more upbeat Happy Together performed by the Turtles in 1967. New Zealand Choral Federation Nelson/Marlborough Chair Lucy Rainey says three schools, Marlborough Girls’ College, Nayland College and Motueka High School will be representing the top of the

south and have entered five choirs. She says it’s a remarkable achievement given rehearsals were during red settings. Former MGC student and Ovation choir member Ella Kernick Harvey says the sisterhood that came from being involved in the MGC choir is second to one. “My passion for music was strong but having a group of loving and hardworking talent beside me was just amazing. I owe everything from my progress to my happiness to Mr Randall and I’m sure the current crop of girls would too.”

CLASS OF 2021: MGC Senior Choir Ovation

Five choirs will be singing a variety of contrasting choral works and guest adjudicator Andrew Withington will hand out awards at the end of the evening. Andrew is one of New Zealand’s leading choral practitioners and

has recently taken up the position of Visiting Assistant Professor of Music at Westminster College in Pennsylvania. The Big Sing will be held at the Nelson Centre of Musical Arts (NCMA) starting at 6:30pm, Thursday June 9.

Band brings home the gold

Hear the music prepared for the 2022 National Championships Marlborough Boys’ College Hall, Stephenson Street, Blenheim Gold Coin entry

Sunday 10th July - 2pm

New Musical Director Mr Robin Randall is pleased with Marlborough District Brass Band’s results from the NMWC Provincial Contest held recently in Westport. This is Robin’s first major event with the Band who have been juggling rehearsals with covid relater absences since he took over in February. For the band it was a clean sweep with Marlborough winning the A/B Grade trophy with their performances of the beautiful hymn tune I’ll Walk With God, test piece Le Roi Dy’s (The King of Y’s), and stage march Sons of the Brave. They then went on to win the separate entertainment section with percussionist Kathy Moseley being awarded the Best Soloist title for her xylophone and band performance of Flying Mallets. The golden streak continued with six soloists achieving gold; Clyde Dixon Premier Slow Melody and Premier Air Vari with

Musical Director Robin Randall.

Graham Moseley taking third in both events, Alexandra Farrow Intermediate Air Vari with Spencer Lane and Nicola Moynihan in 2nd and 3rd spots, Leon Kendall Junior Slow Melody with Sam Hynd as runner-up, Logan

Ready Junior Air Vari with Leon Kendall and Sam Hynd taking 2nd and 3rd positions, Kevin Moseley earning 2nd in Intermediate Slow Melody, and James-Patrick Moynihan winning Under 15 Air Vari. Robin says we couldn’t have wished for a better result and the adjudicators reports endorse the hard work the band has put in to achieve. The successes in Westport are a healthy step in the preparation for the band’s next venture, which is the National B Grade title at the NZ Championships in Wellington in just 6 weeks. The band will perform their test music to a Marlborough audience in the Boy’s College Hall, Stephenson Street, at 2pm on Sunday 10th July, including Philip Sparke’s B grade test piece ‘Aotearoa -The Land of the Long White Cloud’. PBA.

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Neighbourhood Support Marlborough new venue By Chris Valli

A new venue with increased networking and collaboration. Top of the South Neighbourhood Support Marlborough moved into their new Community Centre location on Monday. Marlborough area coordinator Charlotte Wood says they have been happily cohabiting with Civil Defence Emergency Management (CDEM) at the Emergency Operations Centre in Wither Road for many years and says they have been very grateful for their generous support. “As Top of the South Neighbourhood Support continues to grow in Marlborough, it was time to move into Room 4 at the Community Centre. We are working on several projects with other local community organisations in a collaborative way and so the need to be located nearby them, in town, is now becoming more and more important for connections and networking.” Neighbourhood Support works to connect people with their neighbours and within their wider local community and currently have more than 350 households registered in Marlborough. They also collaborate with community patrols and Red Cross volunteers in Marlborough to deliver medications from phar-

macies to people in isolation though their 0800 87 67 46 number. Charlotte says they are currently focussing on extending Neighbourhood Support throughout Marlborough, into small towns and rural areas. “We partner with police in crime prevention, Fire and Emergency (FENZ) with messages about fire safety and with CDEM with emergency preparedness. Keep your eyes open for our Neighbourhood Support street signs. Everyone is welcome to join, either through their neighbour, the Marlborough Coordinator, or our website.” Charlotte says an upcoming workshop on June 15 is a practical, handson course to help people increase their “In Case of Emergency Know How.” “Catherine Coates will be running the workshop, teaching us how to build an emergency toilet, what people need to have in their grab bags, how to store water safely and other useful handy hints.” Charlotte says everyone is welcome to attend. The workshop will be held next Wednesday 15 June, 1pm – 3pm at 4 Wither Road. Refreshments will be provided. Email charlotte@neighbourhoodsupport. nz to register your attendance. Meanwhile, Charlotte says Picton local Maryjane Hillier took out the

Picton photographer Maryjane Hillier’s image of the Marlborough Sounds took out the Marlborough Rural Advisory Group (in conjunction with Neighbourhood Support) March Marlborough photo competition. INSET: Marlborough Area Coordinator Charlotte Wood.

Marlborough Rural Advisory Group (in conjunction with Neighbourhood Support) March Marlborough photo competition. The advisory group is a representative body with the objective of maintaining and improving collaboration, communication links, and understanding between the Council and the rural community.

People were invited to send in a photo representing why they love living in Marlborough. Maryjane’s winning entry was of two boats in a foggy Picton and a scenic shot of the Marlborough Sounds. Charlotte says the Neighbourhood Support message of ‘Reach out, Look out, Help out’ is never more evident during current times. She

says they would like to thank all their members because without them Neighbourhood Support simply wouldn’t exist. “Thank you to everyone who helps out their neighbours, especially in these Covid times, when staying connected with others is even more important for our sense of wellbeing.”

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Young Women in Public Affairs Award for Chloe By Chris Valli

The Zonta Club of Marlborough

has recognised Year 13 Marlborough Girls’ College student, Chloe Faulls, with a prestigious

young Women in Public Affairs Award. The club is an (international) organisation whose mission is to raise the status of women. Cue Chloe Faulls. Chloe, 18, has excelled academically and pursued a wide range of goals and activities. She is a prefect, plays netball, sings in the school choir, and is an academic tutor. She has a senior student leadership role through the College’s Manutaki Kaiwhakahau Kaupapa. Chloe also joined the Marlborough District Council Youth Council this year. In her spare time she works in the catering team at Outward Bound. Chloe already had an awareness of the Zonta organisation and the work that they do to empower women throughout the world so when she was offered the opportunity to apply for the scholarship and award through the Marlborough Youth Council, she says it felt silly to turn it down. For Chloe the award is a reflection on her values and aligns with the work she has done in the Marlborough community. “The entire mission of Zonta is to empower young women through service and advocacy in order to achieve their full potential. As a young woman in Marlborough, I felt that this aligned with the type

From left to right is Barbara Faulls, Chris Faulls, Chloe Faulls, Deputy Mayor Nadine Taylor and Abby Faulls.

of service that I had been doing within the school and community through groups such as student council and mentoring at MGC and the MDC youth council. “These groups allowed me to help advocate for my peers in a similar way to how Zonta does for young women.” Chloe says her involvement with Zonta has made her realise the vast amount of support systems that are currently in place to help young people, especially females, to follow their ambitions. She says it’s organisations like Zonta that make further education or pathways more accessible for everyone “I’d been interested in joining the Marlborough Youth Council for a few years before I actually worked up the courage to apply. When I considered

that the point of youth council was to provide a Marlborough youth perspective that full council decisions could be made from, I realised that the same fear that stopped me from applying earlier may also be felt by other young people, inhibiting them from being heard within the region. “This was important for me because I was now in a position to advocate for youth and raise ideas and opinions on behalf of people who wouldn’t otherwise have the opportunity to be heard.” Chloe is in her last year at MGC and says she is really excited to study engineering at the University of Canterbury next year and follow in the footsteps of her Dad and Grandpa. “I think I’ll specialise in Civil Engineering but we’ll see when I get there.”

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Having grown up on a farm Philippa is really enjoying the opportunity to be part of an organisation which supports the rural community. Philippa spends her spare time with her two children, husband, two cats and dog, playing the violin and drinking great coffee.

lackmore Audiology is Marlborough’s only independent, locally owned and operated Audiology provider. Blackmore Audiology provides a full range of audiological services, including wax removal. We work with all hearing aid manufacturers to ensure our clients get the best solution for their individual needs. Sara, Audiologist and owner of Blackmore Audiology, was born and grew up in Blenheim. Sara attended Marlborough Girls College before completing a Bachelor of Speech and Language Therapy with

hilippa Kelly is our administration and customer service assistant. She is the friendly voice on the end of the phone to help you with any of your questions. Philippa is responsible for all background support and administration for the REAP Marlborough team - this includes enrolling on the many REAP courses and programmes. Although this is the first time she has worked in the education sector, Philippa comes with much enthusiasm and love for life long learning.

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gardening this week Magic: By Wally Richards How would you like to bring a little magic to your gardens, all plants as well as your house plants? There is a very simple way which many gardeners have found to their delight; MBL Magic Botanical Liquid. You could call it Magic Prehistoric Compost Tea as it is derived from sediment that was formed millions of years ago when the planet was new and bursting with life. Things grew ginormous back then, plants were several times larger than their counter parts of our times and the animals or dinosaurs were in most part monsters as well. What made them so? It was the rich minerals of the time along with the highest levels of CO2 the world has ever known. CO2 varied between 2000 to 4000 ppm 65 million years ago. We currently are only 387 to 420 ppm which means plants do not grow as big as quickly as they did 65 million years ago. That is except in commercial glasshouses were we use CO2 generators to pump the gas into the house and speed up growth and size of crops. It is an interesting cycle as plants absorb CO2 and release oxygen, we need oxygen to breathe and we expel CO2! So if we use logic to the common denominator and we reduce CO2 we have smaller plants (combine this with massive deforestation) Less OXYGEN for us. If you want to find out how that feels without having to climb mount Everest where at high altitudes there is much less oxygen then take a paper bag and breath in and out into the bag for several minutes. Your brain will become deprived of required amounts of oxygen, you will feel sleepy, lose concentration and your body functions will start closing down. Organ damage will start to occur as your blood is now not carrying oxygen to the cells only CO2. Not good. Oceanic plankton which provide about half the worlds oxygen but most of that is used by the marine life. A problem also lies in the oceans called algae bloom which when it dies it uses more of the ocean produced oxygen than can be replenished at that time. This can create extremely low oxygen concentrations, or hypoxia which are dead zones as no marine life can live there. We see algae blooms occurring in NZ as a result of nitrogen and phosphorus run off combine with temperature,

sun light and low flow of water makes perfect algae bloom conditions. So the old saying; breathe out and make a plant happy (and grow) is very true. Everything in nature has natural balance we need oxygen and plants need CO2, the more CO2 the bigger the plants, the bigger the plants the more oxygen we have to breathe. So if you go for a walk in the park where there are lots of trees and plants or better still go for a walk in the bush and you will feel good as a result of higher concentrations of oxygen for you to breath in. Back to our magic... My partner has a lot of house plants which she started collecting in the last year or so and recently her friends commented on how really big they had grown and healthy they are. They want to know her secret which turns out to be MBL that she adds a little to the water every now and then when watering them. That is why I have been prompted to write again about MBL. Other interesting comments from gardeners have been: Regular spraying of roses with MBL has reduced considerably leaf diseases and now some roses have perfume never detected previously. Seedlings produced to sell only take about half the time as they did without MBL. Seeds germinate far quicker in one case pumpkin plants from seed in one day. Vegetable crops twice the size in just about half the time. Combine MBL with Mycorrcin or/ and molasses and increase the effectiveness of both growth and less diseases. Why? It is MAGIC. MBL (Humate and Fulvic acid) is a growth booster for plants, it makes for much bigger root systems, stronger and healthier plants. It is being used with balanced NPK fertilisers to create world record vegetables in America such as 26.7 kg Celery and a 14 kg cauliflower to mention two of many. If you are into growing record breaking vegetables for shows this could be for you. Benefits may include; Aids and speeds up germination of seeds. Helps to release locked up fertilisers from past applications especially phosphates. Helps increase availability of chemical fertilisers and organic foods for plants. Helps reduce many common plant disease problems. Helps clean up many toxic compounds, chemicals and oil spills in soil.

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Am a bit worried about these gangs. We have killer bees living in Rata place. Plus we have the mongrel mob in Faulkand drive. I am 75 years old. Hope these shootings don’t start in our part of town.

This government will reap what it sows. The cry of we are one is a load of sullage, when a lot of people are given dispensations. That others can’t get because of race is disgusting and driving a wedge in. Jacinda, you have shot yourself in the foot.

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Pagentry, honour, admiration, and so much more history for all of the commonwealth to enjoy and be part of. We to here relish our guarantees of freedom this has provided in the short time of our existance, only under a few monarchs. As Paddington Bear truly from the heart put it from all of us; Thank you Ma’am, for everything.

LGBTIQAP+(Z) first. Great to see Courtney Bridgman at Precision Motors succeeding, supported by her employer. Along with her spouse/wife in the wine industry, both dominating the traditional statistically male dominated careers. Blenheim now aware of the role model choice of demanding to be seen and heard.

Noisy Sunday morning noisy planes ... come on seriously not needed.

Hospital planning! Being earthquake zoned: surely we must be future planning upgrades on a new, safe, single level hospital with land considered now for (ahem) ’affordable (RSE) housing’! With a rapidly climbing population and now need for a separate ethnic/culturally based medical health service requirement, there needs future thought! We could lead the country, easy planning and quick construction; attracting the very cream of medical staffing-or does it make too much (money) sense? WAKE UP!

Jacinda show! My dear wife viewed the new honorary Doctor in flouro pink, waving Naomi Lange style on the Stephen Corbet show. Bouncing on the chair like Tom Cruise on Oprah, answering well pre rehearsed easy questions! With better things to do, deciding to brew a cuppa, I called to my hypnotised beloved if she wanted anything. Her instantaneous priceless reply was the infamous movie line:-”I’ll have whatever she’s had!”

Noise levels I agree about the noise from ferries in the middle of the night. Someone said that they are exempt from noise control??? We pay the rates. We live here and yet have to put up with it. Definitely not acceptable!

Riddle me this Did the beehive leader ask, us, ‘we are one’ to burn hundreds of tonnes of carbon on Uber Air Force One flying across the U.S. thrice, not simply using SKYPE or ZOOM big screen and internet appearance banking. Is our neutrality in the Baltic affray worth Woodbourne coordinates logged in as unfriendly? No! Well, it ‘was’ our country, our choice, our fate; but-only ones action! Irritating!

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Aotearoa Aotearoa was used by maori for the North Island only, so is New Zealand now only the North Island or did maori only live in the North Island?

Great move Great move by Sir Wayne (Buck) Shelford at his investiture how he celebrated both his Scotch and Maori ancestry.

Congratulations Congrats to Jenny Andrews on her QSM. Well deserved. Thank you from our community.

Clean it up Could the disgusting person who has left lots of animal? poop in the kerb and on the pavement in Glenroy Crescent, please clear it up. Yuck!

Nero fiddled Old sayings. I recall one old saying that pointed to ineptitude and stupidity. That is “Nero fiddled while Rome burned”. Given what is currently going on around the South Pacific with China busy bribing/buying their way into a position of control over our locale. Meanwhile our Foreign Minister is busy putting her family members into positions of authority and power over assets she is in the middle of stealing from rate payers. This behaviour is not only indecent and immoral but also begs the question of what does she actually do. Clearly she has no regard for the security and safety of New Zealand and is happy to let the Chinese exert influence over our neck of the woods without so much as a challenge. This sad excuse must go along with the fools who support her.

Talk of the week Flick the switch! Please Marlborough turn your dam headlights on. They not only allow you to see better during rain, dark days & nights. They allow other drivers to see you! It doesn’t cost any electricity and it’s as easy as flicking a switch. The police really need to jump on this. So dangerous. Keep safe! Flick the switch!

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I definitely agree with ferry noise. Do you think they’ll do anything about it?? Don’t think so. Noise middle of the night. For 3 hrs. We have no rights there yet we live here.

Re a couple of last week’s texts, it just goes to show that a broomstick through the spokes is in the right spirit, and I wonder what songs they sing at the OK chorale?

South Islanders have to be the most insecure and jealous people I’ve ever met.

How can Government claim to care and make out they are restoring environmental Wellbeing to our planet, yet demand artificial biotech medical future for all mankind? True colours seen by denigrating mankind’s natural immunity, in preference for their fake health.

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Building Administration Officer Ko wai mātou | About us Te Kaunihera ā-rohe o Wairau (Marlborough District Council) is a dynamic, progressive organisation which prides itself on the professionalism it brings to managing a wide range of functions. Our vision is that over the next decade, Marlborough will become a globally connected district of progressive, high-value enterprise, known for its quality lifestyle, desirable location and natural environment. Marlborough is unique for many reasons. The region offers an array of outdoor pursuits in a distinctive and picturesque landscape. With one fifth of the New Zealand coastline in the Marlborough Sounds, the land and sea offer unlimited accessibility for sport and leisure. Ko ngā kōrero mā tēnei tūrangi | About the role We have an opportunity for an experienced individual to take up the position of Building Administration Officer. The purpose of this role is to carry out all administration support functions for the Building Consent Authority (BCA) and Territorial Authority (TA). This includes providing administrative support to the building consent and inspection process ensuring that statutory timeframes are not exceeded The role also provides clerical and inspection request processing support to the Building Control Group and ensures accurate information is provided to customers for matters relating to Building Consent applications and similar functions. It will suit someone who can work collaboratively within a team as well as independently, enjoys variety, has the ability to multi-task and takes pride in producing professional work. Ko ngā pūmanawa ōu | About you Our ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate: • Good working knowledge of MS Office, electronic media and office procedures. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • The ability to carry out a variety of tasks and prioritise competing workloads whilst working to meet deadlines. • Attention to detail. • A helpful and ‘can-do’ attitude. • Excellent customer service skills. Knowledge of the NZ Building Act and Codes and experience in managing property transactions will be highly regarded but are not essential, provided you can demonstrate your willingness to learn new system and processes. Ko ngā āhuatanga pai | What we offer • A workplace that supports flexibility, health and wellbeing. • An environment where input, initiative and innovation are encouraged. • A competitive remuneration and benefits package. If you’re ready to progress your career with Te Kaunihera ā-rohe o Wairau - tono mai | apply now! Applications close 5.00 pm on 12 June 2022. Applications should be made online via the careers page www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/careers/current-vacancies where you will find full information on the vacancy and how to apply. For further information you are welcome to contact Brendon Robertson (Building Control Group Manager) on brendon.robertson@marlborough.govt.nz

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Dog Point Vineyard is seeking an experienced gardener to join their team. This is a full time role set in a vineyard that is operating under an organic regime which also includes extensive native plantings and lawn areas. This is a physical role involving the maintenance of walking tracks, small tree trimming and establishing new plantings. You will need to be fit, have a strong work ethic and enjoy working both on your own and in a team. Previous gardening experience plus a good knowledge of NZ natives and trees is essential along with expertise in maintaining lawns to a high standard. Please forward your CV to anna@dogpoint.co.nz

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22 Hours Per Week We are looking for a handy, conscientious person to help take care of our school and become part of our wonderful staff. Hours are worked daily during the school term and flexible hours during holiday breaks. Applications close 24 June, 2022 Contact PH: 577 8939 for Application Forms and Job Description or email: jo@fairhall.school.nz Steve Crockett Principal

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Thursday 9 June

Social Badminton: Thursday mornings 9am-noon. Simcox Stadium, Battys Road. $5. All adults welcome. For more details phone Cathy 021 503 348. Ulysses Retreads Group: Meet Brayshaw Park Thursdays 11am. Ride to various destinations for lunch. Come by bike, tin top or magic carpet. Bring your laughing gear, a thermal to wear and a story to share. Choir: Thursdays 7-9pm. St Ninians Hall, 1 Riley Crescent, Redwoodtown (opp. church). Come and join Creative Kids Trust community choir Creative Voice. All musical abilities and new members welcome. Keep U Moving: Gentle indoor walking exercise for Seniors. 11:30am to 12:30pm each Thursday except the 4th Thursday of the month. Walking exercise followed by a cuppa & chat. Cost $2. Sign in & masks please. Contact Diana Brooks, Eldercare Coordinator St Christophers Church Ph 0212694198. Blenheim Rock N Roll Club Nights: Clubs of Marlborough 7.30-9.30pm. Top of the South Rock n Roll Club, club nights downstairs at Clubs of Marlborough, bring comfy shoes and water. Great music, have fun and get some exercise at the same time. Library Book Club: Marlborough District Library 6.30pm-8pm. We meet on the last Thursday of the month. Simply bring a book to recommend to other members, and enjoy listening to other member’s (including librarians) book picks. To attend you must wear a mask, sign-in to the library and present your My Vaccine Pass. We will also observe social distancing at our meetings. Picton Library Book Club: Picton Library and Service Centre. Join us in meeting new people and chatting about books. We meet on the first Thursday of each month 6.30pm-8pm. To register please email pictonlibrary@marlborough.govt.nz. You must wear a mask, sign-in to the library and present your My Vaccine Pass. We will also observe social distancing at our meetings.

Friday 10 June

Vintage Farm Machinery: Open daily, 10am to 3pm, Brayshaw Vintage Farm. John 577 7442.

Saturday 11 June

Blenheim Chess Club: Meets at Delicia Café, Scott Street, every Saturday 10am – 1pm. All welcome. Repair Cafe: New community initiative. We’ll fix your small repair on site, on the day while you wait and have a cuppa. Sewing/darning, bikes, small furniture/wooden items, toys; electronic items and mobile phones. Every 4th Saturday monthly 9am - noon, John’s Kitchen, 2 Redwood St. Donations for repairs accepted. Enquiries to Gerrie 0273030762. Sounds SeniorNet: Celebrate moving into their new rooms at the refurbished Linkwater Hall by resuming their information afternoons at 2pm. Entry free and afternoon tea provided. Everyone is welcome.

Whitehead Park Bowing Club, Redwoodtown: Saturdays mainly tournaments from 9.30am to 3pm. All welcome. Contact John 573 9086. Also Mondays and Wednesdays. Summer timetable starts October.

Sunday 12 June

Marlborough Farmers’ Market: Marlborough A&P Showgrounds. 9am-noon. Fresh produce from your local farmers. Tasty line up of fresh and seasonal, gourmet and artisan produce and products that this region has to offer. Picton Rail and Sail: On the Foreshore - mini train rides and mini yacht hire to sail on our pond every Sunday 11am - 3pm, operating every day during school holidays. Still only 20 cents per ride / yacht hire! Blenheim Bonsai Group: Islington Gardens, Rowberry Road on the 2nd Sunday of the month 1pm-3.30pm. Marlborough Tennis Club: Every Sunday 1pm to 3pm – Social Tennis. Morning Tea 10.30am. Non Members $2 All welcome Blenheim Country Music Club Day Door entry fees; $4 per non-member, $3 per financial club member. Afternoon tea provided. Singers and performers are welcome. Starts at 2pm, finishes 5pm. Held fortnightly – 19 June, 3, 17 & 31 July. Contacts: George Middlemiss 0211467140 or John Walding 0273555209 for information.

Monday 13 June

Rotary Clubs in Blenheim: Meet Monday & Tuesday evenings at 5.30pm. Rotary is a world-wide service club for men and women – doing great things in your community. For further phone Kevin on 0211 738 784. Witherlea Indoor Bowling Club: Every Monday at St Ninians Church Hall for 7pm start. Soft sole shoes essential. Contact Moira 0274808272 or Heather 578 9350. Blenheim Scottish Country Dance Club: Every Monday at 7.30pm at Whitney Street School Hall, Whitney Street. Come and try it! You don’t need a partner. For information ring Miriam 928 4479. Blenheim Badminton Club: Every Monday: Juniors 5.30-7pm, seniors 7-9pm, St Mary’s Hall, corner Francis and Hudson Streets. Anna or Mike, email blenheimshuttlers@gmail.com. Whitehead Park Bowling Club, Redwoodtown: Every Monday afternoon from 12.30pm to 3pm. All welcome. Contact Mike 572 4013 or John 577 5295. Summer timetable starts October.

Rides Calendar Every Saturday, Coffee at The Runway Cafe 10am. Sunday Rides depart Railway Station carpark as listed. Thursday Rides depart Brayshaw Park carpark 11am. All Rides are weather dependent. Thurs 9th June 11am. Retreads Group Sun 12th June 1pm. Rai Valley. Thurs 16th June. 11am. Retreads Group Sun 19th June. 11am. Saint Arnaud Thurs 23rd June 11am. Retreads Group. Sun 26th June 11am. Pelorus Thurs 30th June 11am. Retreads Group

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Farm Assistant Koroglen Jerseys Get a sound foundation working in a knowledge stud and commercial operation. Experienced share milkers are willing to support the right candidate with hands on training and Ag ITO courses. We offer a sustainable work roster and competitive salary package. The candidate will have the opportunity to experience all aspects of the farming operation.

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SPRINGLANDS BOWLING CLUB INC. Sunday 3rd July, 2022, 11am The Clubhouse 136 Middle Renwick Road Springlands, Blenheim

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This is a family run farm, milking approximately 300 cows through a 44- bale rotary shed. We are located in Rai Valley, 45 minutes from both Blenheim and Nelson and 5 minutes from Rai Valley village.

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Applications close on the 10th of July.

HAVELOCK BOWLING CLUB Will be held in the Clubrooms 7 Neal Street, Havelock 17th July 2022, at 1pm

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• Minutes of 2021 AGM • Financial Reports • Election of Officers • General Business New members welcome

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Acknowledgements

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GIFFORD Shirley June ,1941 - 2022. Graham and Family; Cheryl and Tangi, Debra and Chris, Steven and Joh, Matthew, Ryan, Emma and Maeve, Kurt, Jordan and Ruby, would like to say a big thankyou to everyone who have sent cards, flowers, messages of condolences, food and called us. We also appreciate the service, kindness and professionalism of Nurse Maude, Dr Jenny O’Donnell, Coralie Holdaway, and Cloudy Bay Funeral Services. Please accept this as our personal thank you.

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Picton: Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non-urgent 579 4870. Chemist: Picton Healthcare Pharmacy. Ph 573 6420 Mon -Fri 8.30-5.30pm, Sat 9-2pm. Medical Centre Pharmacy, Ph 928 4265, Mon-Fri 8am-5.30pm

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Heart Help Support Group A community group dedicated to the well-being of those who live with a heart condition and experienced a heart attack also offering support to whanau. Meets 3rd Wednesday of the month 10.00am at Quench Chateau Marlborough 95 High Street. Phone Jenny Goss 021 162 9102.

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Urgent Care Centre: Wairau Hospital Grounds. Entry off Hospital Rd, Blenheim, 8am-8pm daily. Phone (03) 520 6377. Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non urgent 578 0797. After Hours Chemists: Springlands Pharmacy: Monday - Friday 8.30am 6pm, Saturday 9am - 5pm, Sunday and Public Holidays 10am - 5pm. Closed Christmas Day. Ph 578 2271. Community Care Pharmacy: Within the Blenheim Warehouse, open 7 days 9am8pm. Only closed Christmas Day. Lifeline Marlborough: 0800 543354, 24hr helpline. Women’s Refuge and Sexual Violence Support Centre Marlborough: Crisis line number phone 0800 refuge or 03 5779939. Victim Support: 0800 VICTIM (0800 842 846) Alcoholics Anonymous: 0800 AA WORKS - 0800 229 6757. Citizens Advice Bureau: Free, friendly, confidential advice. Mon - Fri 9.30am 4pm. Phone 578 4272. Wairau Hospital: Hospital Visiting Hours: Daily 2.30pm - 8pm, children under 12 may visit parents only. Maternity Ward: 10am-noon, 4pm-7pm. Children's Ward: Daily 10am-8pm. Visiting at all times is subject to the discretion of the nurse in charge of the ward.

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Please send us a cover letter and your CV, including at least two referees, to: koroglenjerseycows@gmail.com

URGENT services

OSBORNE, Samuel David (Sam): Passed away on Thursday June 2, 2022 as the result of an accident. Aged 66 years. Much-loved son of the late Isabel and John Osborne, much-loved brother and brother-in-law of John and the late Betty, Jenny and Kent (Australia), Shirley and Andrew (Australia), and Donna and Bill Cockburn. A loved uncle of his nieces and nephews. Special thanks to the Marlborough Police for their kindness and support, the dive team for Sam’s recovery, and the Marlborough Community. Messages may be sent to 7 Glenroy Crescent, Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers, a donation of either funds or food cans to support John’s Kitchen would be appreciated and may be made at the service. A celebration of Sam’s life will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, Blenheim at 11am on Friday June 10, followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium. The service will be livestreamed and may be viewed online at www.oneroomstreaming.com/login; Event ID: sowmans; Password: DVKRRE

AGM Saturday 18th June, 2022, 6pm Cloudy Bay Funeral Home, 15 Boyce St

Blenheim Riverside Railway Society AGM Saturday 18th June 2pm Brayshaw Station all welcome.

We are looking for a person who has interest in and empathy with animals, the ability to follow systems and procedures, and produce consistent, high quality work. The right candidate will be comfortable working autonomously and as part of a team. You will be calm, practical and observant.

Applicants for this position must have New Zealand residency or a valid New Zealand work permit. They will also require a full drivers license. We operate a smoke free, drug free and equal opportunity environment.

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First XV MBC vs Nelson College

MBC co-captain Cooper Roberts scores while Hugh Robinson looks on.

ABOVE: HAKA TIME: Marlborough Boys College First XV members Cohen Stewart, Bray Taumoefolau, Nikau Peipi, Hugh Robinson, Jake Pacey and Cooper Roberts face Nelson College last week. Nelson won 26-10. LEFT: FIRST XV squad members Cohen Stewart, Warden Smith-Page and John Vakaloa.

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Awatere Golf Club Saturday June 4th – Women - 1st & CastleBreigh Goblet, Jane Hall 29, 2nd Maree McLauchlan 25. Men - 1st & Kekerengu Pot, Lyell Marfell 38, 2nd Shane Waters

on c/b from Grant Sinclair 37, 4th Lyuta Kamasaka 35, 5th Owen Farrell 32, 6th Mike Van Dijk 31, 7th Tim Smit 31.

Picton Golf Club Saturday 28th May – Stableford – Len Barlow, Jeff Pascoe, Leigh S/Smith, 37; Hiram Taylor, Nick Wright, Jelle Keizer,

34. Friday 3rd June – Stableford- Liz Taylor, 18; Vicki Eastgate, Mary Butler, 15.

Wairau Valley Golf Club Results for Saturday 4th June: Stableford: Ladies: Yvonne Wallace 37, Leanne Young 35, Maureen McKenzie 31, Mel Hampton 28

Men: Jordan Tulloch 37, Mike McKenzie 36, Mike Collins 35, Glen Griffiths 34, Paul Brownlee 33, Bill Linklater 33 Two’s: Peter Bishell & Rob Chee

Rarangi Golf Club Saturday 4 June 2022 – Men & Ladies Par Maxwell Short +2; Alan Rutledge +2; Terry Lane +1; Phil d’Auvergne 0; Wendy Moffat 0; Alan Milne -1; Brian Gill -1; Jerome January -1; Bruce Verry -1; Lindsay McAlpine -1; Ian Berrie -2; Gordon Lang -2; Dick

Hubert -1. Sunday 29 May 2022- Men & Ladies Stableford Jake Nurse 36; Hans Bloemberg 34; Jerome January 33; Terry Allen 33; Brian Gill 33; David Best 32; Tony Nichol 32; Robert Lopez 32.

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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.

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.

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Woeful Warriors are unwatchable It appears the Warriors are looking for rock bottom but cannot find it. Losing to the Sharks when they had a two-man advantage wasn’t it because then they lost to the hopeless Newcastle Knights. Many thought the handling of the Matt Lodge exit, where the forward got a $750,000 handshake which will count towards next year’s salary cap, was the lowest ebb but being pummelled 44-12 against an under strength Manly team missing their main star Tom Trbojevic and several State of Origin representatives on

Saturday night was equally as pathetic as anything I previously mentioned. I think many of the players have given up, perhaps having one eye on returning to Auckland in three weeks. The Warriors barely fired a shot as Manly opened up a 26-0 lead at halftime. There is one area in particular that I got it wrong pre-season. I was all in favour of bringing Shaun Johnson home to add experience in the halves and an improved

kicking game. Well, he’s a shell of himself and a liability at the moment. Clearly down on confidence, Johnson, perhaps fearful of injuries no longer attacks the defensive line when he has the ball which was his X factor when he was younger. Now, defensive lines don’t respect his running game and simply slide on to the attackers outside him, correctly predicting he will pass it on. Add to this his mediocre at best defence and kicking game which

has been below par for much of the season and the Warriors have been left looking rudderless in attack more often than not. There is a part of me who has pity for coach Nathan Brown, I don’t think Craig Bellamy or Wayne Bennett could do much better with this crop of players. Yes, I’m sure many are fatigued from three seasons exclusively playing in Australia and for all their flaws, the club deserves a lot of credit for doing that because it has kept the competition afloat.

However, this team has zero of the trademark Warriors flair which was both exhilarating and maddening from week-to-week. This is just a bad team which looks utterly lost and out of motivation to do better. My partner, a massive Warriors fan, who ensures we watch every game, said on Saturday to turn it off at halftime. Her faith is shaken, mine has thankfully long gone and I’m sure we aren’t the only ones questioning where the club goes from here.

Special Olympics Swimming The Special Olympics Marlborough swimming team held their annual ribbon day recently. Special Olympics spokesperson Cindy Adams Vining says after many cancellations and setbacks over the past few years it was wonderful to be able to host this event again. “There were 15 swimmers competing from Nelson, Westcoast and Canterbury as well as

15 Marlborough competitors. “These athletes have all been training for this ribbon day which produced some great results and most of the swimmers will now be competing at the four-yearly National Summer Games in Hamilton in December.” Special Olympics provide sporting and social opportunities for people with intellectual

disabilities. Equestrian, 10 pin bowling, golf and swimming are the sports these athletes can participate in and swimming is a very popular option. There is always room for more people in any of our sports and if anyone would like to join or know more you can contact the Coordinator Cindy Adams-Vining on 0276374893.

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