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Industrial hemp sustainable By Chris Valli

A need to build resilient supply chains and the potential of a thriving Marlborough economy using sustainable crops of hemp was at the forefront of conversations in Blenheim last night. The New Zealand Hemp Industry Association ‘Discovery and Investment Tour’ was held at the Marlborough Research Centre to talk about the sustainable benefits of hemp across a variety of industries. Hemp, or industrial hemp, is grown specifically for industrial or medicinal use. It can be used to make a wide range of products and refined into a variety of commercial items including paper, rope, clothes and building materials. Continued on page 2. Hark and Zander owner Kirsty Harkness has seen the benefits of industrial hemp in her hemp oil skincare business.

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Continued from page 1. Richard Barge is the Chairman of the New Zealand Hemp Industries Association and says the industry is on the edge of incredible growth. He says they are looking for Marlborough farmers, growers, entrepreneurs and businesses who want to discover how to invest upskill and become part of New Zealand’s ‘next billion-dollar industry’. Richard believes hemp is in the conversation due to it being a sustainable alternate land use, that can work well in the farming rotation (including viticulture), and provide raw materials for a wide range of industries, in the food, fibre and health sectors. He says another purpose behind the tour is to promote the economic and investment potential for an iHemp industry in the Blenheim region. An ihemp industry is based on an annual crop producing fiber for construction materials, textiles, geo textiles, plastics and composite industries. Thoughtful Viticulture Owner and Consultant Dr Mark Krasnow received his doctorate in integrative crop plant physiology from University of California (UC Davis) Davis in 2004. Since then he has conducted research, taught and offered consultancy services for the wine industry globally. He says his research results of his three year study shows that hemp is a viable cover crop for New Zealand vineyards. “The presence of hemp in the vineyards provides a means of alleviating soil compaction, addiction of organic matter to the soil without

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Richard Barge is the Chairman of the New Zealand Hemp Industries Association and says the industry is on the edge of incredible growth. He says they are looking for Marlborough farmers, growers, entrepreneurs and businesses who want to discover how to invest, upskill and become part of New Zealand’s ‘next billion-dollar industry’.

negatively affecting the vines, and a potential second income stream for the grower.” Meanwhile, Kirsty Harkness, Founder of Hark & Zander says Marlborough is a great region for growing hemp. The skincare business began in Marlborough while Kirsty was researching the potential of an innovative crop of hemp which she’d planted to replenish and enrich the soil. Subsequently, she discovered hemp could be used on her skin as a natural replacement to synthetic skincare. “We currently harvest our organically grown hemp in the north island, but we would love to be

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sourcing it from Marlborough in the near future because Marlborough is predominantly known for viticulture.” Dr Mark has completed three years of research on hemp being grown as a cover crop in the vines. The results have proven it’s a very beneficial companion crop and he aims to publish their findings later this year. Hemp plants contain no more than 0.3 percent (by dry weight) of THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), the psychoactive substance found in marijuana. By comparison, marijuana typically contains 5 to 20 percent THC. The low rates of THC in industrial hemp mean they do not produce psychoactive effects when ingested.

Another local business success story is with the (Nelson based) Chia Sisters who craft a sustainable range of pressed juices, smoothies, sparkling and superfood drinks bottled by solar power and with zero carbon. “They have a hemp ingredient in their drinks, iHemp milk and other plant based beverages are in high demand, with large global niche markets waiting for more additional New Zealand products.” So what would lead it to being sustainable in the respective industries? “Alternate land use, avoiding mono crops, attracting biodiversity - managing the scale will be important to match supply with demand for it to be sustainable,” Richard says.

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The Art of Burlesque By Chris Valli

A Top of the South accountant is taking the Burlesque world by storm and is encouraging fellow Marlburians to join her. Now based in Nelson Angela McIntosh, stage name ‘Angel Blush’ says she competed along with 10 other contestants for the title of Miss Burlesque Aotearoa competition in Wellington at the weekend and although didn’t place says she had a great time with new learnings and insights. “It was and is a very empowering experience. What I took away from the event, even in a competition, is how incredibly supportive, kind, caring and inclusive the competitors, organisers and wider Burlesque community is to everyone from all backgrounds.” Angela grew up in Blenheim and went to Marlborough Girls’ College and completed a Bachelor’s Degree in accountancy through Massey University. She is currently a stay at home Mum caring for three children under the age of five. However, this doesn’t stop her being involved with the Nelson Showgirl Academy where she assists with teaching classes there as well as performing Burlesque. So how or when did Burlesque become an option? “There is an amazing, supportive burlesque scene in Nelson, through the Nelson Showgirl Academy that as soon as I was aware of it, I began taking classes and was hooked.” The word Burlesque derives from the Italian ‘buriesco’ which in turn is derived from ‘buria’ which translates to a joke, ridicule or mockery.

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Angela McIntosh on a photo shoot at Tahunanui Beach, Nelson.

However, for Angela the definition and feeling she gets when she performs is one of confidence. She defines Burlesque as the art of the tease. Angela’s area of burlesque speciality is dressing pinup in her everyday life and says she loves all things vintage and especially enjoys classic Burlesque with influences from the 1940s and 1950s. The pin-up style is various glamour or fashion models whose pictures were intended for informal display, meaning to be “pinned-up” on a wall, which is the basis for the etymology of the phrase. The pictures are also sometimes known as cheesecake photos. She says the Nelson Showgirl Academy is very keen to come over to Blenheim to teach workshops

CLASSIC Burlesque: Angela in her 1940’s/1950’s feather fans.

and perform as well. On the calendar is Miss Vintage Australasia sponsored by Retro America, an international pinup pageant which is being held at Vintage Fest NZ, New Zealand’s newest vintage extravaganza. The event is being held in Christchurch at the Lincoln Event Centre Saturday, September 24. “I am the only contestant from the top of the south so it would be great to have some Marlburians there to cheer me on and I will be competing with

nine other finalists in three categories; everyday wear, summer wear and formal wear. “The event will be a must for any vintage enthusiast with everything from Military displays, carnival for the kids, rock and roll dancing competition, many stalls and even a victory themed dance.” Angela says Marlburians who are keen to get in touch regarding opportunities with Burlesque classes in Blenheim can go through Nelson Showgirl Academy at www. nelsonshowgirlacademy.com

After 23 years of operation, Marlborough 4 Fun, which has organised and delivered a wide range of community events, is winding down its operations. Council’s Economic, Community and Support Services Manager, Dean Heiford, says while the contract between the Council and Marlborough 4 Fun was due to conclude next year, the resignation of the organisation’s general manager has resulted in the Marlborough 4 Fun Trust reviewing its operations. “Marlborough 4 Fun has done some wonderful work in our community over the last two decades. However, over the past two years the pressures associated with Covid-19 have made gaining sponsorship and running events incredibly difficult,” Mr Heiford said. Even though it is the end of an era for the organisation some of its key events will continue to be delivered through the Council, including the Christmas Parade and the New Year’s Eve festival, Ignite Marlborough.

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Rare feather cloak prepared for display By Glenise Dreaver

“This is such a privilege.” Pam Saunders, a volunteer textile collection manager at Marlborough Museum for some forty years, is talking about her latest project, implementing the conservation of one of Marlborough Museum’s treasures. The kiwi feather cloak, that is currently the focus of attention has been carefully kept cool, and dry, as well as away from damaging sunlight for many decades. It was stored first in the archives on Norm

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Master Weaver Rangi Te Kanawa has brought her expertise in conserving Maori korowai to this Marlborough Heritage Museum treasure. Here, with the backing of the cloak lying flat, she is seen assessing conservation needs, alongside Marlborough's volunteer textile collection manager Pam Saunders and Lorna Rakena, conservation technician from Canterbury Museum.

preservation environment, not mend to make things look like new.’ “We do as little as is necessary,” Steve adds. “Preventive conservation means caring for each piece of fibre and feather and aiming to ensure it will be here for another 500 years.” They are very grateful to Te Papa who have provided the funding and expertise to take the restoration of the cloak to the next level, having twice sent expert conservator Rangi Te Kanawa to do initial work for the next major part of the project, planned for September/October. “She’s going to use a specially imported organza and stich it to the back of the cloak to add a structural integrity and support to the whole piece,” says Pam. The organza will be transparent adds Steve, so the details of both sides of the cloak can be seen clearly.

Pam and her team of volunteers have been given tasks to do in preparation for Rangi’s work, but she says there could be a hitch. The particular organza ordered proved on arrival to be a different texture than Rangi had expected, and new organza may need to be requested. There are high hopes that if the process is completed in October, partly funded by the Marlborough Historical Society, the cloak can be put on public display for the summer. “That’s doable,” says Pam. In the meantime, Pam and her team have some guidance for work they can do in preparation for Rangi’s visit. Steve says: ’ it is a good feeling to know we are doing our best for this treasure of Marlborough heritage so that it can have a long-life future to inspire succeeding generations.”

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Sour Crème The Musical By Chris Valli

Blenheim based Director Rose Platenkamp is creative in every sense of the word. When it came time for her to tap into that creativity being stuck in MIQ for ten days, Sour Crème The Musical came to fruition. “A hotel room in Auckland without distractions was a perfect place to start writing the script. I got inspired by a news article; ‘People devote a third of their waking time to mobile apps’. Apparently, we are spending an average of 4.8 hours a day on our mobile phones. For teenagers, that number is even higher. Influencers on social media are constantly telling us what to eat to lose weight, how to meditate, which yoga poses you need to practice to open your chakras, which contouring product to buy to look ten years younger. The list just goes on. In this overwhelming digital world, how does social media have an influence on children and teenagers?” Rose says she wanted to write a script that was relatable, and makes the audience laugh out loud about the absurdities in life that we all have to deal with living in 2022. So is the lead character ‘Connie La Crème’, the woman who has it all and the owner of a successful spa resort someone from Rose’s upbringing and or past? “Connie is definitely not based on a single person, but rather a lot of the bad parts about society in general. I think everyone will see a little bit of someone or something they don’t particularly like in Connie.” Rose says as a scriptwriter you can really play to the student’s strengths. She says there is a lot of talent among the cast. As for the music she describes it as fun. “It’s songs we all know and love with a little Sour Crème twist. Designed to make you want to boogie in your seats and with a smile on your face as a good musical should.” For me, a wonderful performer is not only

financE oPTionS aVailablE Director Rose Platenkamp says Sour Creme The Musical has songs we all know and love with a little Sour Crème twist. She says the songs are designed to make you want to boogie in your seats and with a smile on your face as a good musical should.

someone with talent, but also someone who is willing to work hard, show up to all rehearsals, take on feedback and most importantly is lovely and respectful to the whole cast and crew. I’m not interested in students who are imitating other performers they might have seen on YouTube. An authentic performer, regardless of their age, is someone who can connect to the character they are playing by using their imagination. That requires courage and vulnerability, and is where the magic starts.” So why should Marlburians see the show? “It’s a fabulous show. It’s got something for the whole family. It’s funny, the songs will have you dancing in the aisles and the hard work all the kids have put in really shows.” Sour Crème will run for six shows and is on at Blenheim Musical Theatre, Lakings Road from Thursday, August 18 - Sunday, August 21. The Thursday and Friday shows are at 6:30pm and the Saturday and Sunday shows are 11:30 and 6:30pm respectively.

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Lucy Parker Blenheim We went to Hanmer Springs and went ice skating, on the jet boat and in the hot pools. It was so much fun.

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Council opposes Three Waters Reform proposal The Government’s four proposed four mega-entity mega-entity Waters model Three model WatersThree Reform proposal Reform is not as an acceptable is not seen as seen an acceptable solution solution by the Marlborough District by the Marlborough District Council. Council. In Council’s submission to the In Council’s submission to the Finance Finance and Expenditure Committee and Expenditure Committee on the on the Water Services Entities Mayor Water Services Entities Bill, Bill, Mayor John Leggett said Council accepted the the country’s Three Waters sector country’s Three Waters sector faced faced significant challenges, andchanges significant challenges, and that werechanges needed, were but the Government’s that needed, but the proposal was not the right Government’s proposal wasone. not the right one. “We do not accept that a one size fits all mega-entity structure “We do not accept that awill onedeliver size fits all mega-entity structure willMayor deliver results for our community,” Leggettfor said. results our community,” Mayor Marlborough’s Leggett said. opposition to the Marlborough’s opposition to concerns the reforms is based on five key reforms on five key influence concerns the loss is of based local democratic -and thecontrol; loss of loss localofdemocratic influence responsiveness and and control; loss responsiveness flexibility; lack of of alignment of Three Waters Reformlack to the Resource of and flexibility; of alignment Management andthe theResource Future of Three Waters Reform to Local Government review; inadequate Management Reform and the Future of consideration of alternative options and Local Government review; inadequate the boundary of between entities C and D. consideration alternative options Mayor saidbetween the boundary and theLeggett boundary entitiesissue C is a particular sticking point, with and D. Councils in the said top of South Island Mayor Leggett thethe boundary already expressing issue is a particularconcern sticking about point, with the potential impact Tasman Councils in the top ofofthe Southand Island Marlborough communities already expressing concern being about split the into potential different impact entities.of Tasman and “It makes no practical sensebeing for split Marlborough communities Seddon’s water scheme to be managed into different entities.” by makes Entity D, is currently “It noaspractical senseproposed, for when Blenheim, located to 20be kilometres Seddon’s water scheme managed by Entity is currently away, willD, beasmanaged by proposed, Entity C when Blenheim, located 20 kilometres Mayor Leggett said. away,three will be by Entity C.” “The Te managed Tau Ihu Councils “The three Te Tau Ihu Councils (Marlborough District, Nelson City (Marlborough District,and Nelson and Tasman District) eightCity iwi and Tasman District) and eight have jointly submitted thatiwi Te have Tau Ihu jointly submitted that Te sit sit wholly within Entity D Tauihu to avoid wholly within Entity D to avoid that that split. split. There is also a closer community

“The modelwith proposes that Island,” of interest the South Marlborough be one of either 21 Mayor Leggettwill said. territorial authorities make up Entity “The model proposestothat C, or one of 23 Marlborough willincluded be one in of Entity either 21 D,” Mayor authorities Leggett said. “Givenup only six territorial to make Entity or seven representatives C, or oneCouncil of 23 included in Entityare proposed the Regional D,” Mayor for Leggett said. “Given only Representative Groups, the odds of six or seven Council representatives Marlborough are proposed District for the Council Regionalbeing adequately represented at that Representative Groups, the oddslevel of are not good.”District Council being Marlborough Mayor Leggett said suchat that level adequately represented representation are not good.” uncertainty was unacceptable the importance of Mayor Leggettgiven said such representation Three Waters to unacceptable the regional given uncertainty was environment, health, economy, the importance of Three Watersand to the community generally. health, economy, regional environment, “Marlborough Council is also and communityDistrict generally. concerned about the loss of flexibility “Marlborough District Council is also and responsiveness four concerned about thewith lossthe of flexibility mega-entities responsible forfour planning, and responsiveness with the funding and pricing decisions.” mega-entities responsible for planning, “We contend the rigid set of funding and pricing decisions.” funding and planning the “We contend the rigid controls set of funding Entities will operate under could and planning controls the Entities significantly reducecould the ability to will operate under significantly respond quickly flexibly toquickly reduce the abilityand to respond opportunities for example, and flexibly torequiring, opportunities requiring, quick decisions to revise capital for example, quick decisions to programmes enable residential revise capital to programmes to enable subdivision,” Mayor Leggett said. residential subdivision,” Mayor Leggett Marlborough District Council is a said. member of the Communities 4 Local Marlborough District Council is a Democracy, a group of 31 Councils member of the Communities 4 Local representing million people Democracy, a1.3 group of 31 Councils who strongly 1.3 oppose thepeople mega-entity representing million who proposal and have strongly oppose theengaged mega-entity consultants Castalia to develop proposal and engaged consultants alternatives. Castalia to develop alternatives. “We strongly endorse the C4LD submission and the alternative models it proposes,” Mayor Leggett said. “We believe these alternative models better achieve the reform objectives without the hugely significant loss of local democratic voice.”

Changes ahead for local event delivery After 23 years of operation, Marlborough 4 Fun, which has organised and delivered a wide range of community events, is winding down down. its operations. Council’s Economic, Community and Council’s Economic, Community Support Services Manager, Deanand Support Services Manager, Dean Heiford, says while the contract Heiford, while the contract between says the Council and Marlborough between Council Marlborough 4 Fun wasthe due to endand next year, the 4 Fun was due to conclude next year, resignation of the organisation’s the resignation ofresulted the organisation’s general manager in the general manager hasTrust resulted in the Marlborough 4 Fun reviewing Marlborough its operations.4 Fun Trust reviewing its operations. “Marlborough 4 Fun has done some “Marlborough Fun has done some wonderful work4 in our community over wonderful in ourHowever, community the last twowork decades. the over the last two decades. However, pressures associated with Covid-19 over past two years the pressures have the made gaining sponsorship and associated with incredibly Covid-19 have made running events difficult,” gaining sponsorship and running Mr Heiford said. events incredibly Mran Heiford Even though it is difficult,” the end of era for said. the organisation some of its key Even it is thetoend an era for eventsthough will continue be of delivered the organisation someincluding of its keythe events through the Council, will continue to beand delivered through Christmas Parade the New Year’s the including the Christmas Eve Council, festival, Ignite Marlborough. Parade and the New Year’s Eve festival, Ignite eventsMarlborough. and essential elements in

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Stand for Council - be a candidate in 2022 Candidate nominations are now open and close at midday on Friday 12 August 2022. To stand for the Council, you must be: • a New Zealand citizen • aged 18 years or older • enrolled on the electoral roll Elected members can come from all backgrounds and walks of life. You don’t need any special qualifications to stand for the the Council. for Council. An effective elected member brings a broad range of skills to the role, such as: • decision-making and strategic thinking • communication and community engagement • relationship building and collaboration How to get nominated: complete aa nomination • Complete nomination form form during during the nomination period the nomination period get two people to nominate you. They • Get must be aged 18 years or older and enrolled to vote in the area you wish to stand in provide a deposit of $200. This may be • Provide refunded, depending on on howhow many be refunded, depending many votes you receive As a candidate, you need to: nd out what is important to your local • find community • familiarise yourself with Marlborough’s

Council will continue to deliver some key community events including the Council to festival, deliver some annual will Newcontinue Year’s Eve Ignite key community events including the Marlborough annual New Year’s Eve festival, Ignite “These are much-loved community Marlborough events and essential elements in Marlborough’s Marlborough’s Christmas Christmas and and New New Year Year celebrations. celebrations.It’s It’s important important that that these these events eventscontinue,” continue,” Mr Mr Heiford Heiford said. said. “Sadly, “Sadly, we we will will not not be be able able to to put put on on Southern SouthernJam Jam this this year. year. That That isis very very disappointing disappointingnews newsfor foreveryone everyonebut but ititwas wastoo too late late in in the the planning planning cycle cycle to to able make it happen this year,” bebe able to to make it happen this year,” he hesaid. said.

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Ultimate goal to give back to the community ASB Theatre Chief Executive Joseph Casalme tells Chris Valli why his creative and events management experience will hold him in good stead for the talented performing arts scene here in Marlborough. There is a warm, acknowledged handshake and focus when one first meets Joseph Casalme. A proud born and bred Filipino Joseph says his culture is known for their joy regardless the situation. He says it’s a value he encourages and cultivates in all areas of his working and personal life. The new chief executive and face of Blenheim’s ASB Theatre has been in his role for just two months and has made the transition to the top of the south with his wife from the events plethora that is Tamaki Makaurau, Auckland. There is no irony lost that the translation of ‘Tāmaki’ means ‘desired by many.’ Whether that desire is from ‘locals’ starved of events and hospitality for more shows to the region with a greater economic and social impact, is yet to be um staged. Although fresh to the role and the Marlborough region, the 50-year-old is enthused by the opportunity and facility driven by the Marlborough Civic Theatre Trust which raised millions through sponsorship, grants and council funds. Joseph has extensive experience in events and media and since 2009 worked at a Trust that owned and operated the Vodafone Events Centre and Vector Wero Whitewater Park in Auckland. “I was involved in many areas of the business and was part of the GM Community which saw over 65,000 students through the programme. I managed the programmes with a total Community Good Value of more than $1.5 million and I also led the retail sales team of Vector Wero.” So he’s in no better position to lead

the team at Blenheim’s ASB Theatre. The multi-use and purpose built venue overlooking the albeit of late, rain impacted Taylor River. Joseph says he has a number of strengths he brings to the role including experience in the creative and performing arts within the events and venue management context. He says he designs systems, builds teams and grows programmes and businesses and ultimately empowers people.

“Some families have three generations of performers, musicians, etc.” So what exactly does this look like? “Ensure that the team is clear of the Trust’s “WHY” and have a deep understanding of our purpose. It’s about creating a system with clear sets of processes, roles and resource requirements that will live within a culture that values excellence, trust, service and sense of humanity.” He says the roles are the basis of each team member’s responsibilities and functional relationships while ensuring that the team has the support and resources it needs individually and as a group to perform it’s tasks and meet it’s goals.” Joseph says the theatre staff are adjusting and responding positively to event life albeit with Covid still hanging around like the proverbial in the wider Marlborough community So are there any shows, big events on

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the calendar in the upcoming 12 - 24 months? “There are tribute bands coming (Bruce Springsteen Tribute Band in September along with Tina Turner Tribute show in October) and we have a packed schedule for business events and functions for the next six months. Unfortunately, Covid has shut the borders and is making travel difficult for overseas touring companies and planning ahead. The biggest show next year is of course the one to be produced by Blenheim Musical Theatre, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, the Musical in May 2023.” Joseph says he is looking to consolidate the ongoing relationship with Blenheim Musical Theatre after a successful production season back in May of Les Misérables which saw packed Blenheim audiences enthused about attending a local event let alone seeing one of the world’s leading musical scores. “I’m looking to collaborate with BMT on how we can provide opportunities to its volunteers to work with our Venue Technicians. I’m also looking into youth programmes and workshops, so watch this space.” Speaking of musicals, is there a preferred musical and or play that he has? “Grease was obviously my favourite growing up. For a very short while when I was a small kid, I thought that people would break into song and crowds would start dancing in real life. The Greatest Showman is one of my favourite musical films for sure.” In a pandemic world bereft of live musical performances in indoor spaces cancelled or postponed, what are his plans in the short term with the theatre? “ Like other businesses, the theatre

ASB Theatre’s Joseph Casalme says he designs systems, builds teams, grows programmes and businesses and ultimately empowers people. He says it’s about creating a system with clear sets of processes.

was affected by Covid, its restrictions and other current economic factors. My short term priority is to strengthen the business, the team, its systems, its revenue streams.” Joseph says his take on the theatre and performing arts scene here in Marlborough reflects one that has a very rich and strong arts tradition. “Some organisations have been active for over 100 years. It’s a pleasant surprise that for a region of around 50,000 people, the

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community is teeming with many talented artistic people of different ages and backgrounds. Some families have three generations of performers, musicians, etc. such that we see full time professionals be involved in the arts, whether on stage, off stage and or production.” He says the best thing about what he does is simplistic in every definition. “I love what I do and our ultimate goal is to give back to the community. That’s a rare combo.”

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All engines go for the Ford Club Marlborough this weekend. The Ford Club Marlborough will host an event in Blenheim for the first time ever which will see Ford enthusiasts champing at the bit. Secretary Murray Eyles says following discussions earlier this year between both Ford Club Marlborough and Ford Club Nelson it was agreed the celebrations for the annual Henry Ford birthday gatherings would benefit from alternating venues between both of the top of the South Island Clubs. The event has become a major annual car show which attracts people from all around the south island to display their vehicles. Ford Club Nelson started back in 2001 and in 2003 the club decided to honour the Ford Founders birthday, Henry Ford which is on July 30. Ford’s introduction of the Ford Model T revolutionized transportation and the American industry. As the Ford Motor Company owner, he became one of the richest and best-known people in the world. He is credited with Fordism, the mass production of inexpensive goods coupled with high wages for workers. Murray says all proceeds will go to Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre and Hospice Marlborough. The club will also have a gazebo on site promoting cancer awareness, namely prostate and breast cancer. This year will be the 19th year of the event and will be on Sunday 31st at the Omaka Heritage Aircraft Museum. If the weather is wet the event will be held at the old Flight Timber building site at the end of Waters Avenue, off Battys Road. Stay tuned to MORE FM 92.9FM (Picton, 94.7, Kaikoura, 89.9) for community notices this Friday and Saturday for more information.

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