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Wednesday September 22, 2010

Fred turns ninety Life of trial,error and terror says Fred Jones.

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Singer songwriter Small town girl, Sarah Brown on journey to stardom.

Page 10 KW DANCERS: Jess Single, Eliza Elkington, Lauren Marshall, Melanie Burrows and Brianna Dean prepare to dazzle the audience at the Marlborough Performing Arts Competition Festival beginning on Friday. Story page 5.

Letter irks New store Fire & Tile grand opening in new premises.

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Councillors react to Grovetown criticism

Marlborough District Councillor Francis Maher says he is “deeply hurt” by a letter sent out by the Grovetown Residents’ Association.

The September 8 letter, signed by chairman Mike Bell, urged local residents not to vote for him because he had “lobbied hard” against ways to reduce the cost of the area’s sewage scheme.

It also criticised Mayor Alistair Sowman, claiming he wanted to wash his hands of Grovetown “saying that we waste his time”.

The letter said that voting for new councillors sent them a message: “The community are watching and if you piss us off, we can act together and get rid of you.”

Mr Maher, who chairs the council’s assets and services committee, said the accusations

were “100 per cent wrong”.

“This shows they don’t understand.”

The area had received less than Renwick towards the costs of its scheme because they had been given government funding that was no longer available.

But the council had negotiated additional subsidies to the Grovetown residents to help compensate for that. Continued page 2.

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Wednesday September 22, 2010

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Newsletter erks councillors Continued from page 1.

The newsletter said that councillors Peter Jerram and Andrew Barker had supported them.

However, Peter Jerram, who unlike Andrew Barker is standing again, said that while he understood why residents

were distressed by the rates rise, he was embarrassed to be painted in the light of that letter. “I don’t want votes at the expense of other very experienced councillors.� “I do think that council should have given a higher

subsidy.

And I was shocked when I spoke to residents to find out how much their rates had gone up.

People were distressed – some had rates rises that went from $600 to $2000 over two or three years.

“But Francis Maher is an extremely experienced and able councillor.

He has a tremendously good grip on matters like this.� “It is unfair to single out Francis, or our Mayor who is also an extremely able, experienced and honest man.�

Peter Jerram.

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Fred turns 90 Navy to berries for this jovial gardener Katrina Whiteside

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One of Fred Jones’ earliest memories is of picking blackberries with his Welsh grandmother.

As the founder of Jones Berryfruit prepares to celebrate his ninetieth birthday on Monday September 27, berries are still very much part of his life.

Fred no longer works with them since the accident three and a half years ago that saw him break a bone in his back and, as he discovered a couple of months ago, his right ankle.

He fell off a ladder. “One I hadn’t fixed properly.

Should’ve fallen on my head.�

So he will mark his ninetieth birthday learning to drive his new electric wheelchair.

Fred keeps walking though, one of the main lessons of his long and active life being that you must keep moving.

The great interest still keeping him active is his Enchanted Garden for children, with its play equipment and sculptures, a mural, the Teahouse of the Harvest Moon and other delights.

The life that brought Fred to this place was anything but a walk in the park however.

“My life has been one of trial and error. And terror!�

Terror came during six years of service in the Merchant Navy during the war, including the Normandy landings transporting aviation fuel.

He survived the sinking of his ship, despite landing in the water. “And I’m not much of a swimmer!’’ There were three years prospecting in Papua New Guinea and eighteen years working in engineering and managing dredges in Thailand, from where his wife Cecilia comes.

There were also some years working at the Waihopai Power Station and in 1970 he brought the first ten acres of the now extensive property. “I wanted to give the children a good education.�

New to berry farming, there was that familiar cycle of trial, error “and a lot of terror. Especially from the banks in those days.�

While the heritage from his Welsh grandmother lives, the prediction from his English grandfather failed. “That boy’ll never hang himself. But one day the authorities will!� “Well they haven’t yet!� says Fred.

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Wednesday September 22, 2010

Councillors told to tighten belts over rates

By Tony Orman A senior Marlborough District Councillor was told to show more respect to ratepayers at last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s candidates meeting at Renwick.

Mayoral and council candidate Jamie Arbuckle reacted strongly to a comment by councillor Francis Maher that councillors had got an increase of 2 percent this year, but none the previous year.

Mr Arbuckle told councillor Maher that he was â&#x20AC;&#x153;absolutely shockedâ&#x20AC;? to hear the comment. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You sound to be boasting,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t go patting yourself on the back.â&#x20AC;?

Very few in the community received any pay rises while farmers and growers had suffered 30 to 50 percent drops in returns.

Pensioners with meagre

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income were facing rising electricity, food and other bills.

Other candidates were critical of rate rises up 3.3 percent and projected to rise another 9 percent in the near future.

Avon Valley farmer Sandra Pilcher told the 60 strong gathering the country was in recession and some such as pensioners would be unable to afford a rate increase of 9

Mr Evans questioned council policy of employing consultants. A landscape study had cost $268,000 and urban growth consultancy close to one million dollars. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Marlborough community rather than some consultant in Auckland or Wellington, should be identifying needs and directions,â&#x20AC;? he said.

Council spending should focus on core services.

Tim Leslie said there was a need to â&#x20AC;&#x153;re-prioritiseâ&#x20AC;? spending.

People should be able to flush toilets and turn the drinking tap on with confidence, he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a mood for change.

People want a council that listens and understands.â&#x20AC;?

Footnote: The base rate for a Marlborough District Councillor is $24,000. A councillor who is also a committee chairperson gets $37,995.

percent. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There should be a zero rate rise,â&#x20AC;? she said.â&#x20AC;?People are struggling with food bills let alone rate rises.â&#x20AC;?

Land values had dropped, but rates increased.

Waihopai valley farmer Geoff Evans said the only way to control rates in the current recessed economic climate was to â&#x20AC;&#x153;prune, and cut spending.â&#x20AC;?

Until council did that it would not get on top of the rates problem. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our rate rise is more than inflation and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just not on.â&#x20AC;?

During a discussion and questions from the floor on the subject, councillor Maher described the rating system â&#x20AC;&#x153;as a dog imposed by central government,â&#x20AC;? his description being backed by Mayor Alastair Sowman.

Young wine-makers tops Two Marlborough winemakers are the only New Zealanders on the shortlist for the Wine Societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Australasian Young Winemaker of the Year.

They are 29â&#x20AC;&#x201C;year-old Josh Scott from Allan Scott Wines and 28-year-old Lucas (Luc) Cowley from Auntsfield Estate.

The award, now in its tenth year, is open to all Australian and New Zealand winemakers under 30 who are primarily responsible for the creation of the wine.

Over the next two months, the top two wines from each

Josh Scott from Allan Scott Wines.

Lucas (Luc) Cowley from Auntsfield.

finalist will be judged by a panel of industry experts.

All four wines from

Marlborough are Pinot Noir â&#x20AC;&#x201C; for Josh, they are the 2009 Scott Base from the wineryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

Expedition series and the 2009 Marlborough Hounds Pinot Noir.

For Luc, the 2008 Hawk Hill and the 2009 Estate Pinot Noirs were the two selected out of three submitted.

In addition, the wines will be tested by Wine Society members and some of the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top sommeliers to determine the Membersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Choice and Sommeliersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Choice Awards.

The winner will then be announced at an awards dinner at the Westin Hotel in Sydney on November 12.

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Blenheim Rotary Club members who run the Saturday market in the railway station forecourt, say they are disappointed there has been no council consultation with them over the new i-SITE construction on their site.

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Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve just gone ahead willynilly.â&#x20AC;?

The council provides the site free for the Rotary market, which raises about $25,000 a year for good causes and appeals.

Doug said about 80 per cent of that was spent locally. Jamie Lyall, MDC Executive Projects Manager, believes that the Rotary Club fund-raising market will still

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He said registrations of interest for construction close this week. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Construction is scheduled to begin prior to Christmas, with completion in time for the Rugby Wold Cup influx of tourists. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The programme is for six months of construction but this will depend on the proposed methodology of the successful tenderer.â&#x20AC;?

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Eighty-eight-year-old Dame Christine Cole Catley, right, formerly of Marlborough and now of Auckland, has won a $35,000 Copyright Licensing Ltd Writersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Award.

It will help finance her three-part autobiography.

Dame Christine is a woman of national stature as a publisher and mentor of many of New Zealandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading literary figures.

She is also an author and journalist who has administered the Sargeson Trust and helped establish the trust in memory of the late Michael King.

She has a long history as a champion of womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rights and of support for parents.

As well as setting up the Cape Catley publishing house from her home in Whatamango Bay, she was the founder and editor of the former Picton Paper.

Dame Christine has also mentored and published work by such local best-selling writers as Heather Heberley and Jeanette Aplin, to say nothing of former Sun columnist the late Ken Berry, who she and her husband Doug took in on his release from prison.

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Talent to shine at performing arts festival

By Celeste Lodewyk The countdown has begun for 255 competitors who will be putting their talents to the test at this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 62nd annual Marlborough Performing Arts Competition Festival.

Running from September 24 through to 29, young and adult performers will showcase their diverse talents when they compete in dance, music,

speech and drama sections. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The competition line up is very exciting with performers as young as four-years through to adults as well as some very talented people who will be experiencing the stage for the first time,â&#x20AC;? says Marlborough Performing Arts committee member Robyn Simmons.

A total of 1585 performances will take place throughout the

festival.

The Merv Wisheart Entertainment Award will be presented on Friday night whilst 30 different scholarships will be awarded during the festival.

Ending the festival on a high note, the finale concert featuring performers chosen for their â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;entertainment valueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, will be held at 7pm, Septem-

ber 29 at the Marlborough Civic Theatre. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Come along and support our young talent as they compete against some of the top performers in the country,â&#x20AC;?

Robyn says.

For programme information or to purchase concert tickets, visit the Marlborough Civic Theatre.

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By Celeste Lodewyk In the wake of Christchurchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s devastating earthquake, many Marlborough community members are doing what they can to ease the plight of affected families.

This includes donations made to the Salvation Army Canterbury Earthquake Appeal.

It has only been 2 weeks since the appeal has been running but already several boxes of food, clothing, toys and linen have been donated.

Some of these items are being donated to earthquake affected families staying with Blenheim relatives and friends, whilst the rest is being sent via courier to Christchurch.

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ager Joyce Somerville says Marlboroughâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s response has been â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;incredibleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have had some families come to Blenheim solely with the clothes on their backs, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wonderful that we can help them.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an awful thing which has happened but your donations will be very much appreciated,â&#x20AC;? she says.

Please raid your pantry for canned product or dry goods (flour, sugar, tea, coffee or any long life item or treat) for as little or much as you can spare and deliver it to Print Stop Blenheim (21 Alfred Street, Blenheim), Blenheim Salvation Army and Picton Building Centre ITM (5 York Street, Picton).

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Turn clocks forward one hour New Zealand daylight saving begins next Sunday, 26 September 2010, when clocks go forward an hour at 2.00 am to become 3.00 am.

The extra hour of daylight in the evenings will run till

Sunday 3 April 2011, when clocks go back an hour at 3 am to 2 am.

New Zealand moved to an extended period of daylight saving in 2007. Clocks go forward an hour on the last

ple to check their household emergency plans, survival kits and home smoke alarms.

People may find it convenient to advance their clocks by one hour before going to bed on Saturday 25 September.

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Nanaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;sâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; story inspires win

By Celeste Lodewyk Tuamarina School student Kelvyn Mackie (right) was so moved by the passing of his much loved grandmother earlier this year that he decided to write a short story about his experience.

His story titled â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;My Nanaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Funeralâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; was then entered into a NZ Post/Kiwibank creative writing competition.

Out of 7000 nationwide entries, Kelvynâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s story was chosen to be published alongside 49 others in the newly released book â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Leprechaun Icecream, Magical Tales by Kiwi Kids.

At the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s assembly on Friday, NZ Post/ Kiwibank Picton customer service representative Pam Cleveland surprised Kelvyn with the presentation of the book along with a prize pack of vouchers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;NZ kids were encouraged to share their magic by entering a piece of creative writing from which the best 50 were chosen,â&#x20AC;? Pam said at the assembly. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Each story was professionally illustrated and published into this book, and with pride I would like to announce that Kelvynâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s story was chosen.â&#x20AC;?

Taken by surprise Kelvyn says he had no idea he had been chosen, but was proud to share his special story. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I really loved my nana who passed away when I was at school camp, so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great that I can dedicate this to her,â&#x20AC;? he smiles.

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Wednesday September 22, 2010

Drink-driving, assaults, create busy weekend for Police.

There were 20 arrests over the weekend, four on charges related to drink driving and another five in relation to violent incidents.

On Friday morning at 7.40am, a 32-year-old male factory worker was arrested for refusing an officerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s request for blood after an incident at the Spring Creek Holiday Park on Rapaura Road.

He had been consuming alcohol during the morning and was intoxicated.

A concerned member of the public reported the man driving erratically in a Mazda B1600 utility through the holiday park and on to Rapaura Road.

The man said he noticed a large bottle of bourbon in the vehicle and attempted to remove the vehicleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s keys.

He was unable to do so and subsequently contacted police.

The driver refused to give a sample of breath, and also refused a request to give a sample of blood.

He made a first appearance in the Blenheim District Court on Monday.

On Sunday at 7.30am a 27-year-old male student was arrested for driving whilst disqualified and driving with excess breath alcohol (695 micrograms of alcohol per litre of breath).

At about 6.45am, Police had received a call from a

concerned member of the public reporting that the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Old School Busâ&#x20AC;? had left the road on Onamalutu Road and was in a ditch.

A Police spokesperson said they arrived to find an intoxicated male sleeping in the front seat and a second male denying that he had been driving.

Enquiries revealed that there had been a party at the domain overnight but the man alleged to be driving refused to say what he had been doing.

The bus was subsequently impounded by Police after enquirers revealed the alleged driver was disqualified. He was also processed for driving with excess breath alcohol and is to appear in the Blenheim District Court on September 27.

On Saturday at 1.10am, a 22year-old male vineyard worker was arrested for driving whilst disqualified and breaching his bail conditions.

That evening, at 8.50pm a 50-year-old male caretaker was arrested on a third or subsequent charge of driving with excess breath alcohol after he was stopped driving a Nissan motor vehicle on Colemans Road. He produced a positive breath test of 653 micrograms of alcohol per litre of breath.

There were also some violent incidents, the first on Friday morning at 9.45am. A 29year-old female was arrested for assault after she allegedly

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This resulted in the offender allegedly threatening to stab the victim whilst waving around a hunting knife. He was held in custody and made a first appearance in court on Monday.

Later that night at 10.25pm a 15-year-old male student was arrested for assault and resisting arrest after he allegedly assaulted a 17-year-old male on Nelson Street by punching him in the face before fleeing on foot. A Police dog unit subsequently tracked the student to John Street where he was arrested after a short struggle.

At 4.05am on Sunday a 24-year-old male gib stopper was arrested for assault and at 11am that day a 37-year-old male beneficiary was arrested for assault after a domesticrelated incident at a Litchfield Street address.

Other arrests included one made at 1.30pm on Friday

when a 20-year-old male logger, an 18-year-old male deck hand and a 19-year-old unemployed male were arrested in relation to two burglaries at two Renwick addresses on September 10.

At 2.10am on Saturday, a 27-year-old male tourist and a 22-year-old male farmhand were arrested for theft after they allegedly stole glasses from a licensed premise on Scott Street. on Sunday

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Wednesday September 22, 2010

Sun readers have their say...

Do you think car parking is getting harder in Blenheim?

Sherie Hale Blenheim

Jalani Wright Blenheim

Emily Simpson Blenheim

Denise Heath Blenheim

Janice Monk Blenheim

Tessa Pope.

Blenheim

Wardens should keep to the metered areas. You pay to park there and they should stay out of non metered areas.

It will get better when the parking building is finished. I have had no tickets.

I have never found it a problem.

Yes it is hard, have to drive around to get a car park.

Getting too dear, becoming a nuisance.

Harder for elderly, maybe a special card for them to display in their window?

Yes itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s getting dearer and it does suck, I have had heaps of tickets.

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Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in a name?

A brief history: Olwyn Place With Mark Stevenson First National

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Proof of sale Dear Ed, I have received a letter from the Nelson Marlborough District Health Board stating that they are proceeding with the sale of our Wairau Hospital Property.

In the face of oppostion they are hell-bent on selling off our Community Charitable Trust Property.

If they have no immediate use for that property, the sensible thing to do is rent out the property.

This would provide an ongoing income for running the hospital and this would have been so, as I told the secretary , with the sale of Wairau and Picton properties.

I have official proof as I have written previously to the Sun, which I have also furnished to the Board, that they do NOT have to sell for the redevelopment!

Yours K.O.Lawrence Secretary Marlborough Concerned Citizens Inc.

Good voting figures This street, which runs off Goodman Street, has been so named despite a Marlborough District Council policy that personal names be discouraged.

However, that is varied where the name has an historical connection with the property, or is that of a well known local identity or prominent Marlburian or New Zealander.

Olwyn Patchett is certainly a well-known local identity.

She and husband Bob, are long-term residents of Goodman Street.

The new subdivision on which Olwyn Place has been developed is on land on which the couple worked a market garden for many years.

Olwyn Place is also one of the few place names in Blenheim named after a woman.

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Wairau/Awatere Ward voters were, on Tuesday, the most enthusiastic voters in the Marlborough District Council poll, with 724 of voters, 9.39 per cent of the total in that area, having already cast their votes by midday on Tuesday September 21.

In the new Marlborough Sounds Ward, 502 voters, or 7.92 per cent of the total, had voted for their three candidates.

One thousand two hundred and seventy voters from the Blenheim Ward, 6.92 per cent, had voted on Tuesday.

The total percentage of votes cast at this stage is 7.7 per cent, as opposed to 4.46 per cent during the 2007 campaign.

What right?

Too right! â&#x20AC;&#x153;What right have they got to question us on council?â&#x20AC;?

A phalanx of sitting Blenheim councillors turned up to Pictonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Meet the Candidateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; meeting.

Those sitting nearby were treated to an ongoing stream of very audible criticism of new candidates from one or two of them. (Not all of them mind you.)

But the comment that â&#x20AC;&#x153;took the cakeâ&#x20AC;? was the one above, coming from a former mayor who, our informant said, should have known better. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What on earth was she thinking of?â&#x20AC;?

Indeed.

Letters to the editor Letters on issues of community interest are welcomed. Guidelines are that they should be no longer than 150 words. They must be signed and a street address provided to show good faith, even if a nom de plume is provided for publication.

The editor reserves the right to

abridge letters or withhold unsuitable letters from publication.

Send or fax them to the address on page two, or e mail them to news@blenheimsun.co.nz. Please note that your name and street address must also be provided in e mails.

Voters be aware Dear Ed The election shows how shallow politicians can be. A number of councillors are now claiming to have fought for us the voters. Yeah right!

I agree with Neil Wilson in last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sunâ&#x20AC;?. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m tempted not to vote for most of sitting councillors, except for Tom Harrison who we all know

does speak up.

As Neil Wilson says vote for just a couple or three you have complete faith in, preferably new younger ones. Vote wisely. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t vote for the boasters, hypocrites and those who do flip-flops on the closed meeting matters.

K. Lloyd

Good Samaritian thanked Eighty-eight-year-old Jean McMullen was on her way to the Out and About bus on Sunday, ready to go to a concert.

She was walking down Weld Street â&#x20AC;&#x153;in a dreamâ&#x20AC;? when, without realising it, she dropped her keys.

She wants to say thank you to the

Good Samaritan who picked them up for her and took them to the Police.â&#x20AC;?

The Police said he didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t leave his name so I have no way to say thank you to him personally.â&#x20AC;?

I was very concerned about it and I just want to say how grateful I am.â&#x20AC;?

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one on one with the Sun

Wednesday September 22, 2010

Hard work leads to success Sarah Brown talks to Celeste Lodewyk news2@blenheimsun.co.nz Quietly plucking at the strings of her acoustic guitar, 27-yearold Sarah Brown reminisces over the past decade pondering over her success as a singer/ songwriter and the long hard road which took her there.

Born and raised in Blenheim Sarah knew from an early age that her place was on the stage, writing and recording her own music before taking on the world.

After years of studying music and mastering guitar playing, Sarah moved to Auckland at the age of 16years to pursue her dream of becoming a music artist.

And with the release of her second album â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Great Heart Robberyâ&#x20AC;? due out early November, Sarah is more than thrilled with the direction that her life has taken. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a tough industry to crack into when it comes to being noticed and having the opportunity to have your music heard. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All in all it has been a long hard road to get where I am now, but I feel like I have learnt so much and come along way - itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been an amazing experience,â&#x20AC;? she smiles.

Sarah, like many other bright eyed children learnt her vocal skills from singing along to backing tapes and by the age of 12-years she had recorded her first demo.

At age 14-years she decided to learn the guitar and after many painful blisters she was soon

able to play her own music.

Sarah moved to Auckland at 16-years to attend the Performing Arts School before going on to play at functions and weddings as well as local stints at

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Music and family are two of the most important things in my life and both have seen me through this whole journey, and for that I am truly grateful,â&#x20AC;?

Blenheim cafĂŠs, restaurants and wineries.

Her growing popularity soon found her playing at gigs all over New Zealand, and in 2005/2006 Sarah realized her dream - the recording of her self-titled debut album â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Sarah Brownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;.

Her fast-tracked success has only grown with a succession of television performances, music videos, concerts, tours plus much more. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Music and family are two of the most important things in my life and both have seen me through this whole journey, and for that I am truly grateful,â&#x20AC;? she smiles.

Sarahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s next gig will be here in Blenheim at The Secret Garden on October 9, supported by Good Shirtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gareth Thomas.

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Turkish cuisine has become one of the most appreciated cuisines throughout the world.

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What makes Turkish cuisine unique is the magic combination of ingredients, spices and flavors whilst using the best in fresh, locally sourced produce and ingredients.

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And whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more, Akbabas is convenient too - open 11am until late every day of the week, perfect for those on the go or just heading home.

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The hottest shop in town After months of planning and relocation, the Blenheim Fire & Tile Centre has now opened the doors to their brand-new show room on Redwood Street.

Owners Dean and Teresa Parkes, above, are thrilled with the new premises and canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wait to share it with the community. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have had an absolute magic response so far with many people commenting on how impressed they were with our fresh, modern new look,â&#x20AC;? Dean says.

Fire & Tile now has a large and extensive showroom displaying

its full range of tiles displayed in large panels to enable customers easy access to their products.

Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more the showroom has a number of product displays demonstrating their full range including fires, BBQâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, outdoor furniture and accessories.

Dean and Teresa purchased the business nearly six-years ago after leaving the farming industry.

Looking for a lifestyle change, they moved to Blenheim in the hope of running their own business.

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& Tile from previous owner John Packham who has continued to offer his support whilst staying on as a sales representative.

Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s son Bary is also part of the Blenheim Fire & Tile team, a fully qualified builder and fire installer.

Keeping the men in line is sales and administration professional Tina Hampton who Dean says is a favourite with the customers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a fantastic team who work hard to deliver the best service and expert advice - all with a smile,â&#x20AC;? he says.

Three day opening celebration To mark the opening of their brand-new showroom, the team at the Blenheim Fire & Tile Centre is hosting a three day opening celebration.

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Wednesday September 22, 2010

Blenheim Ward: Electing 7 Councillors BRICE, Warwick: As the only new councillor elected in 2007, I have served my apprenticeship and am now committed to seeking re-lection for a second term During the past three years, I have gained valuable experience in the workings of council – especially though my position on the assets and services committee, responsible for kerbside recycling, cemeteries, public toilets and halls.

I am sure this knowledge, plus experience gained during 14 years in the public service and through running three successful local businesses, will enable me to make informed decisions affecting the provinces future.

Married to Lyn, with two grown-up children, I have lived 54 of my 58 years in Marlborough – a region I passionately believe in.

I consider myself a down-to-earth no-nonsense person, a good listener who will provide answers to ratepayers’ queries. I will do my utmost to serve the interest of Marlborough, its people and their welfare.

DAVIDSON, Liz: I have the energy, time and skills to continue serving our community.

A former mayor experienced in all aspects of Council, I currently chair Resource Consent Hearings and serve on the Environment and Environmental Policy Committees. Other Council involvement includes the Significant Natural Areas Project and the Landscape Group. My community service has included membership of successive Health Boards, Conservation Boards and alcohol recovery programs. Married to Keith, a family doctor, Blenheim has been home for 35 years.

Issues facing Council include easing the rates burden, the quality, quantity and allocation of water and the cost of infrastructure.

Our aging population needs the provision of facilities to keep people healthy and independent longer. I support further development of cycleways and walkways in particular the Wither Hills Farm Park and Taylor River reserves. Most importantly we need to balance environmental sustainability with progress and development. Together we can make a difference.

SLOAN, Terry: It is with great pride that I stand for local council after living in Marlborough for 37 years.

I believe I have the energy, desire and experience to make a difference.

Educated and trained as a builder locally, I plied my trade as a businessman from 1996 until 2004, after which I took on a fresh challenge of purchasing and running the Criterion Hotel.

Having always had a strong affinity with sport I am proud to say I have represented our province in football and rugby on many occasions and have served as an administrator also.

I am a local family man that wants to make a difference. Our council needs emphasis on infrastructure. Why are we suffering sizable increases on rates, while massive amounts get spent on unnecessary building projects.

Local government needs transparency.

I urge you to help make a difference this election by voting for me.

DUCKWORTH, Sue: Born schooled and married in Christchurch Sue moved to Picton with her then husband and three children in 1976. In the early years Sue was involved with Picton playcentre Committee and then moved to become Secretary of the Marlborough Playcentre Association and Picton Promotions. Real Estate work then took priority with the ownership of Challenge Realty in Blenheim in 1990. Sue joined the Marlborough Chamber of Commerce and became it’s President for two years in 1993. Her attention was soon to be captured by the St Marks Society where she served on the Committee and took on the responsibility of Chairperson a position she maintained until late 2003. Following on from this was an involvement with the Blue Door where she filled the position of Secretary, a role she still maintains. Real Estate sales will continue to be Sue’s core business.

BROOKS, John: I am Blenheim born and raised and spent 15 years working in the family business before moving into the community sector. Over the past 20 years I have worked as a youth worker, advocate, training coordinator and manager of youth organisations.

I am an active member of The Salvation Army and have a passion for social justice and caring communities.

Presently I am working in the Training / Education sector assisting young adults develop their employmenmt skills and opportunities, and for a community youth organisation which involve me on a number of community wide committees.

My interest in Council is to ensure there is a voice for future generations and the 18 -35 year olds, often seen as the non influential voter.

I have a concern for the growth of meaningful and sustainable employment, local training opportunities and civil infraustructure to meet the growing demands of our changing population.

PERRY, Owen: Background in NZ Navy and Retail. Former Councilor for Masterton Council. Helped establish successful Origins Festival, monthly “Meet the Councilor” sessions in the main street where anyone could discuss issues directly with me, and Best in Business Awards.

Recently established logistics company in Cambodia and helped support children with AIDS. I support- Support Community Policing – neighbourhood watch. No Gang Patches in CBD. Phase out of Pokie Machines. Assisting unemployed youth attend LSV courses with NZ Army/Navy/Air Force.

Energy generation from rubbish,solar,wind. Target zero waste into rivers and sea. Sustainable Recycling. Monthly “Meet the Councilor” sessions in main street. Weekly visits to Blenheim businesses. Assisting Sporting and Culture clubs. Discount Card for People with Disabilities to council facilities. Zero Election billboards! If elected I will donate $2000 to Plunket.

COOKSON, Christopher:

CONGRATULATIONS to the Blenheim Valley Wolves on finishing runner-up in the 14th Grade of the Marlborough Football competition and winning the Woodbourne Cup!

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I’ve grown up in Blenheim, and the positive changes I’ve seen over the years now mean I’m proud to live here.

Council needs to have a holistic approach both to services and people.

Marlborough needs good roads, water and sewage, but also needs activities to make people want to live here.

On the other hand, cost of living needs to be affordable, and that includes everything, not just rates.

I’d like to see more local people actively involved in shaping Marlborough. There are many quiet voices in the community with good ideas, and they need to be heard.

There will be many difficult decisions to be made, which need to be based on information, not emotion. My work involves solving often tough problems for my clients, and I believe my problem solving and research skills will be invaluable.

I promote Marlborough at my own expense with www.marlboroughonline.co.nz

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Wednesday September 22, 2010

Blenheim Ward: Electing 7 Councillors As a service to our readers, the Sun has invited all candidates in the Marlborough District Council and Nelson Marlborough District Health Board elections to submit a

150-word profile and photograph.

Because of the number of candidates we cannot publish all these profiles at once, so they are being published on a first-come first-served basis.

HOPE, Gerald: During tough economic times local business experience counts for a lot. As Chairman of Community Financial Planning Committee my first priority has been to reduce costs to ratepayers and make living in Marlborough affordable. Council has stayed on track by delivering core services that make up 80% of council expenditure and held this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rate movement to 3.3%.

I want Blenheim to be a safe, vibrant town where people enjoy community facilities and feel proud to live here.

Member Assets and Services Committee, Environmental Policy Committee and Civil Defence Management group. Executive Officer Marlborough Research Centre, Chairman Hospice Marlborough.

Jan and I love living in Marlborough and being involved in all the wonderful things the province has to offer.

I will continue to provide a strong effective voice that represents your interests.

ARBUCKLE, Jamie:

Why vote for Jamie Arbuckle for Mayor and council.

I will standup, ask the hard questions, and find out about where your hard earned dollars are being spent. I will listen and be the peoples voice. I will be accountable to you the rate payer, foremost and utmost. I am young with fresh new ideas to take Marlborough into the future. The recession has had a major impact on everyone and it is time we look after our people of Marlborough. I understand the hardship that our families are facing and the pressure this is having on our communities. I want to run an open council that values all our people, puts people first and listens to the communities needs. I want to lead a council that creates an economic environment where jobs are protected and created for the people of Marlborough. I want to lead a Council that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t create a burden of debt for our children and grandchildren. I want to lead a council that creates policies and programs that enhances our environment and provides community services for the benefit of our people.

It is expected that your voting papers will be delivered to you between September 17-22 and the postal ballot closes at noon on Saturday October 9.

HARRISON, Tom: - My wife, Ann, and I have three children, two girls, and a boy, who were raised and educated in Marlborough.

As a family, we have lived in our province for the past 36 years.

From 2001 to 2004, I was privileged to serve as Mayor of Marlborough, and am just completing my second term as a councillor. I also served as a councillor on the former Blenheim Borough Council. In 1984, I was awarded the British Empire Medal in the Queenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s honours list in recognition of community service.

In my time, I have been a Service Station proprietor, inter-island ferry manager and served 25 years as an aircraft technician in the Royal New Zealand Air Force.

I am a chorister in the National Mail choir of New Zealand, and beside a love of music, my other interests include; gardening, bird watching, fishing and bush walking.

DEW, David: Occupation, Lawyer in Marlborough for thirty six (36) years.

Retired as a Councillor on Marlborough District Council in 2004 after eighteen (18) years of service.

Currently Chair of Marlborough Lines. Ready to serve again.

Policies; Must be no rate increase in 2011 - should have been nil this year. People are losing jobs and struggling to pay rates. Council must respond.

All Councillor/Mayoral remuneration should be frozen at current rates for three (3) years.

Introduce local preference options for council contracts, if possible, to provide local jobs.

Complete rewrite of all Resource Management Plans within 150 days of election â&#x20AC;&#x201C; cut red tape and excessive costs.

BAGGE, Jessica: As a mother of four and businesswoman, I know the hardships families are facing, how much things cost and whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s involved in running a business. I believe itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time for younger people, with families, and in business, to be represented on Council.

My partner Andy and I have children at Marlborough Boys College, Queen Charlotte College, Witherlea Primary and Richmond View School. We own Marlborough Signs & Design. A vote for Jessica means that we: 1. Want value for our rates and to understand what our rates are being spent on. 2. Encourage businesses to invest in Marlborough - employment means income. 3. Want community initiatives that look after our people first. 4. Respect our heritage and history. 5. Expand opportunites in sports and culture. I am transparent, accountable, accessible and have the passion to be part of the team that takes Marlborough into the future. www.jessicabagge.co.nz

No profiles received The following candidates are also standing in the Blenheim Ward.

No profiles have been received from them.

The Sun newspaper has offered them the chance like all candidates; Graham Lindsay; Andy Wrighton; Graeme Taylor; and Ted Laws.

LEGGETT, John: I am a first time candidate. I will not make exaggerated claims about what I will do. What I can say is that I will bring honest effort and perseverance to the role. Decisions need to be made in a considered and reflective way. Cultural diversity needs to be recognised, promoted and catered for. Community well-being needs to be enhanced.

I have been in legal practice in Blenheim for 25 years. I have skills and knowledge to bring to the role.

Please take the opportunity to vote - we need some new faces at the table. I would like to be one of them.

ANDREWS, Jenny: It has been my privilege to serve the people of Marlborough, as Deputy Mayor and District Councillor.

I consider myself a people person with a special interest in our Older Residents and those with Mobility issues. Our youth make me proud of their achievements and the value they bring to our community.

I am chair of Older Persons Forum, Mobility and Access committee, Grants Committee and a member of the Youth Forum, Hearings/Environment.

I am a Justice of the Peace and a Marriage Celebrant.

I treasure time with my family including grandchildren and friends. gardening, reading, theatre, Rotary, History, Arts and all Marlborough offers.

To be a progressive district and as we progress be mindful of our infrastructural needs and escalating rate demands.

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Matheson : Hamish, Sarah and Will are delighted to announce the birth of their son and brother Angus Alexander Cook Matheson 7lb 5oz on 19th September 2010 at Wairau Hospital. Special thanks again to Shona Wills for her fantastic care.

Hayes: Aaron and Leanne are pleased to announce the exciting arrival of their first child, Kobe James (9lb 5oz) on September 13, 2010 at 12.45am at Wairau Hospital. Sincere thanks to Midwife Cathy, theatre staff and the lovely ladies of Ward One.

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Toutaiolepo: Olivia and Sione are pleased to let the world know that we have had a beautiful baby girl.

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Special thanks to the nurses and the Ward One staff and to Midwife Leah. And thanks for the God.

Ireland: Earl and Jezebelle are pleased to announce the safe arrival of their first baby boy, Jearld Nicolas (6lb 14oz), September 13 2010 at 11.22pm at Wairau Hospital. Thanks to all the Midwifes, Shona and Carole, Ward One and to all the Theatre Staff.

Bateup-Emke: Sara and Darryl are pleased to announce the early arrival of their baby girl, Hannah Jude (5lb 3oz) on September 6 2010 at 10.52pm. At Wairau Hospital. Special thanks to Midwife Gwen Costello, Helen Crampton and all the staff at Ward One and Two.

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Stocker : Regan and Sara are pleased to announce the safe arrival of Harry Regan Stocker on September 9, 2010, 9 pounds 6oz.

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MacDonald: Dahnyeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; is pleased to announce the arrival of his baby brother born on September at 5.16am. 8lb 4oz. Special thanks to everyone at Ward One. Murray: Chris and Shiree are pleased to announce the arrival of our surprise Cooper Brydon (9lb). Little brother of Hunter and Baylee. Thanks to all the great staff at Wairau Hospital, Radiology, Diabetic Clinic, Angela and Helen.

Duffield: Taylor Grace born on 11 September 2010, to Kate and Mike. A sister for Marshall.

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The Skin Clinic Sunbed tanning, as dangerous as arsenic.

Sunbed tanning, as dangerous as arsenic?

The International Agency for Research on Cancer has recently classified sun beds as a Class 1 cancer causing agent â&#x20AC;&#x201C; it is now considered in the same league as smoking, arsenic and asbestos! Findings recently published show the risk of melanoma â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the most lethal form of skin cancer â&#x20AC;&#x201C; increases by 75 percent when use of sunbeds starts before the age of 30.

So this is what we know about ultraviolet light and our health â&#x20AC;Ś ¡We need sunlight to produce Vitamin D and for our psychological well being. ¡Both UVB and UVA light can cause skin

cancer and cataracts whether it comes from the sun or a sunbed. ¡Getting sun burnt increases our skin cancer risk. ¡People with an olive skin complexion can also get skin cancer. ¡There is no such thing as a healthy tan.

Tanned skin gives virtually no sun protection. It is the equivalent of a sunscreen with an SPF of about 3. ¡UV exposure causes premature aging and wrinkling of the skin. ¡Spray on or artificial tans are a safe alternative to tanning but offer no protection from the sun.

One thing is clear - we need sunlight but we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need sunbeds.

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Studies have found only half of us follow the Governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recommendation for 30 minutes of physical activity at least 5 days a week. But research also shows we are really keen to change that; a SPARC survey discovered almost 6 out of 10 adults would like to do more.

So, how do you turn your dream of a more active lifestyle into a reality?

Hints to help you take that vital first step: * Decide exactly when you will exercise each week and for how long â&#x20AC;&#x201C; then stick to your schedule. If you miss a day itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not the end of the world - just pick up where you left off and keep going. * Find an exercise buddy. Knowing there is someone waiting for you is a good incentive to turn up for your session. * Put aside enough time. If you plan to exercise for 30 minutes, add enough time to warm up, recover and get changed. * Work out what you want to achieve. Maintaining basic aerobic fitness requires different exercises and time commitment than weight loss. * Write down your reasons for wanting to exercise. Then, when your enthusiasm flags, read them and remember why itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s so important to you. * Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let cost be a barrier. Running, jogging and playing with your kids in the park are only some of the free activities you can enjoy.

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She woke up unable to move, with a raging fever and covered in a lacy salmon-coloured rash. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was quite pretty, if Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d been able to admire it.â&#x20AC;?

She could not even straighten out to lie on a stretcher for the ambulance that was called. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They had to carry me out sitting up.â&#x20AC;?

The rapid onset arthritis that struck her two years ago was a rare form called Stillâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease, a type of juvenile arthritis that strikes adults.

It did take a couple of months to get the final diagnosis, a time of juggling medication for terrible pain. It was also a time of struggling to come to terms with the fact that the active life she had taken for granted, that was who she was, may have come to an end.

Because the medical system is so overloaded, it took a full year to get an appointment with a specialist in Nelson. While the wait was no help at all as she fought for some control of her physical condition, with pain, stiffness and huge fatigue, she has been relieved to see Dr Porterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name on the international Stillâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Disease website.

She uses that website as one way to manage her condition.

She has tried recommended supplements like glucosamine and chondroitin, but while they work for

some people, they have no effect for her. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I still take fish oil though. For me itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about finding medication that just allows me to get through the day. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have to ensure there is as little stress as possible.â&#x20AC;? When even a small amount of stress strikes, she can be laid out on the couch for days at a time. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Then I come right.â&#x20AC;?

Diane suspects it was stress that triggered the condition. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Retirement set me off.â&#x20AC;? She and husband Graham retired from their farm at and there was a lot of stress associated with that and other stressors, including a very bad accident her daughter had.

While she had assumed she would continue her forty-year-long career in early childhood education, Stills disease has meant she had to retire.

Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s real grieving about that. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was never ill. Never got the infections the children got. Never off work ill.â&#x20AC;?

Now, even too much talk and laughter can trigger a relapse. Cold weather is bad news too.

Diane says going to workshops run by the Marlborough Arthritis Society , and also the one in Nelson, are really important. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Visits to the specialist are about medication. They just donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the time. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So going to workshops like the ones run by Helen Saul in Nelson, and the clinics here, give you a chance to talk about it.â&#x20AC;?

Diane Westenra, arthritis sufferer tells her story.

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Their distinctive orange vests and the symbol of the bright orange gerbera canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be missed as you walk through the CBD. The societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work is 88 per cent funded by your local donations, with only 12 per cent from the government.

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services, including free one-to-one clinic consultations run by registered nurse Helen Saul.

Diane Westenra, who features on this page, says the chance they offer to talk about the issues caused by your arthritis is absolutely invaluable.

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notices deathdeath notices SQUIRE, Margaret Florence: 15 September 2010 CAMERON, Lorna Jean (nee Buschl): 14 September 2010 HAMPTON, Peter PhD Ma: 14 September 2010 ROESKE, Christine Rose: 13 September 2010

community services After hours doctor: Phone after hours GP Services at the Wairau Hospital Campus on 520 6377 after 6pm. There will be a charge for any consultation.

Redwoodtown Doctors: 9am-noon Saturday morning.

Redwoodtown Doctors' patients requiring A/H consultations please phone 5780470.

Marlborough Afterhours GP Services : excl.

Redwoodtown Doctors patients) at Wairau Hospital campus, 5206377 Reception.

5209980 Office. Ambulance: Urgent 111.

Non urgent 579 4870.

After Hours Chemists: Springlands Pharmacy 9am-6pm 7 days Ph 5782271.

Diabetes NZ Marlborough: 5775549, Office hrs Tues,Wed,Thurs 9am-3pm.

Lifeline Marlborough: 5778668, 24hr helpline.

Marlborough Women's Refuge, Rape and Sexual Abuse Resource Centre: Crisis line, phone Wairau Hospital (5209999) and ask for Women's Refuge contact numbers.

Overeaters Anonymous: Red Cross Rooms, 33 Redwood Street. Every Tuesday at 7.30pm.

Victim Support: 0800 VICTIM (0800 842 846) Alcoholics Anonymous: Rose 5777651, Harvey 5788125 Al-Anon: Help for families & friends of alcoholics. Ph

Margaret 578 4690 or Ross 578 5896.

Hospital Visiting Hours Wairau Hospital: Daily 11.30am-7.30pm, children under 12 may visit parents only. Maternity Ward: 10am-Noon, 4pm-7pm.

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

Marlborough Family Budgeting Free,confidential budgeting advice. Monday -Friday.

Phone 578 2006.

Citizens Advice Bureau Free, friendly, confidential advice. Mon - Fri 9.30am - 4pm. Phone 578 4272.

Picton Doctor: Phone weekend doctor 573 6092 or Marlborough After Hours GP Service 520 6377. Office 5209980.

Ambulance: Urgent 111.

Non-urgent please phone 5794870. Chemist:Picton Healthcare Pharmacy. Ph 573 6420 Mon -Fri 9-6pm, Sat-Sun 9-3pm, Queen Charlotte Pharmacy 573 7927 Sat 9-1pm.

Seddon Health Clinic Monday 10am-1pm; Wednesday 3pm-7pm; Friday 10am-1pm. After hours: Marlborough GP Services Ltd 520 6377 Reception.5209980 Office. For an appointment phone 578 1665 or Seddon Plunket Rms 575 7194 during clinic hours.

THORBURN, Douglas Donald (Doug): On September 19, 2010, peacefully at Hospice Marlborough. In his 80th year.

Loved son of James and Mabel Thorburn (deceased), loved brother and brotherin-law of Jim and Beryl (deceased) and Wendy, cousin of Ken and Ann Dexter (UK). A big thank you to Seaview Rest Home and Hospice Marlborough for their loving care of Doug. In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice Marlborough would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to PO Box 411 Blenheim 7240. Messages to 327 Waikawa Road Picton 7220. A service for Doug will be held at the Mayfield Chapel cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets Blenheim, 2pm Friday September 24, followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.

GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Ph 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

Acknowledgements The Sun Newspaper now offers an acknowledgement service to its readers. You can submit acknowledgements following family bereavements. The deadline will be on Mondays at 5.00pm, with a limit of 50 words for $15.00. You can submit acknowledgements by bringing them to the Sun office at 72 High Street, or posting them to PO Box 634 Blenheim 7240. You can also email them to sales@blenheimsun.co.nz Please include your contact details: Name, address, email and phone numbers, including your mobile number if possible.

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Call into our office at 72 High Street, Blenheim

Engaged, Cohabiting or Married?

The PREPARE/ENRICH programme provides keys to help you build a stronger relationship. (For individual couples.) Phone John & Jeanie Etheredge 5786873

Mental Health Consumer Advocacy Service. Our Advocates will take up your cause to ensure your rights are respected, listen to your concerns and support you in the actions you want to take to gain resolution. Ph: 5795304 or call at Level 2, Aorere House, 54 Scott St.

Riverside Railway Running this Sunday 26th & Wed 29th (1.45pm only). Train departs Brayshaw Park Station at 1.45pm & 3.00pm for Beaver Station, Riverside Park central Blenheim. Return Fares: Adults $8 Child $4. Sorry no EFTPOS

Seddon Garden Tour Seddon Combined Churches Garden Tour. Sunday October 3rd 11am4.30pm. Marama Road Area Seddon. $15 per person. Tickets “Cosy Corner” Seddon. Cherubs 16 Wynen Street Blenheim. Phone Di Brown 5757519

SF Marlborough (supporting families in mental well being) For information/advocacy/support for families living with mental illness please contact Cheryl or Lyn on 577 5491 or visit us at 4 Scott Street. All Welcome.

Sheets ‘N’ Things.

Good used linen for sale! Now open Monday, to Friday: 9am - 12 noon. 14B Stephenson St. Phone: 5781355

The Blue Door is open Monday to Friday 9.00am - 3.30pm.

Saturday 9.00am - 2pm. Surplus items to your requirements we would gladly accept we can deliver. Phone 5794353.

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By Celeste Lodewyk The delighted expressions on the face of the children outshone their many colourful costumes at the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Inside My Artâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; show held September 4.

The annual event invited children from Kindergartens and Early Childhood Centres throughout Marlborough to enter group artworks of the theme â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;blast off into the future, space and beyondâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;.

And blast off they did. The show was a sell-out success with over 400 people in the audience.

A panel of judges selected winners from different categories including Mayfield Kindergarten winning the overall trophy for their â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Aliens Flying Saucersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;.

Redwoodtown Kindergarten teacher and show co-ordinator Char Morison praised the efforts of everyone involved. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s artworks were wonderful and the show an absolute success, everyone really enjoyed themselves,â&#x20AC;? she said.

The annual show is one of the kindergartenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s major fundraisers with proceeds from ticket sales going toward outdoor decking.

Blenheim Early Childhood Centreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Uptown Preschool children Gabriella Reidie and Meila MacDonald perform at the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Inside My Artâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; show earlier this month. Uptown Preschool was awarded a certificate in the group section for performance and prize for group creativity.

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Kids and World Vision For three nights from September 15-18, hundreds of Marlborough primary school students took part in their â&#x20AC;&#x153;spotâ&#x20AC;? in the nationwide series of Kids for Kids concerts.

They are organised by World Vision and hosted by Suzanne Prentice.

The Christmas-themed concert in the Marlborough Civic Theatre featured well-known songs to celebrate the festive season. They included O Holy Night, When a Child is Born, Love is in the Air, Jingle Bell Rock and Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer.

The â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Kids for Kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; theme brings together primary school choirs in a show for parents and families.

World Visionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s aim is to allow Kiwi children to have the experience of performing live on stage and at the same time, with their families, help change the lives of children living in poverty.

This is done through their child sponsorship scheme.

However in this case, with the Christchurch earthquake so very real, World Vision made the decision to donate the $526 in proceeds from the cash collections to the Salvation Army earthquake appeal.

The children were asked to wear bright clothing and tinsel, Santa hats or other Christmas- themed accessories abounded.

with their children Taylor, Riley and McKenzie. The couple were married at the Salvation Army Church on July 10 2010.

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Glenn Dick and Carina Dick (nee Cook) Married on the 31st July 2010 at The Chapel By the Lake, St Arnard, Nelson Lakes. An absolute dream day - celebrated with fabulous friends and family. Photo: Jessica Jones Photography.

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Set within lush garden surroundings, the Secret Garden is something truly special.

New general manager Anthony Alderson who

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With more than 100 world famous wines, 50 craft and boutique beers, over 20 single malts and a delicious home style menu, this

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The moment you enter the Secret Garden you know you are in for a treat. The friendly greetings and service, the historic dĂŠcor and attention to detail all radiate warmth, comfort and indulgence.

SECRET: The Secret Garden team: Mya Pestno, Paul Ashdown, Anthony Alderson (Antz) and Kyle Bennett.

Enjoy a quiet beverage in the summer garden bar or share a cosy meal by the warmth of a wood fire.

The hearty, sumptuous Secret Garden menu has a mouth-watering selection of wholesome favorites.

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Memories and laughter at 40th

By Celeste Lodewyk A temporary power outage could not dampen the high spirits of those attending the Seddon Lions Club 40th anniversary celebration on Saturday night.

One hundred and six past and present members from both Kaikoura and Blenheim converged to share stories and laugh the night away as they shared a meal and banter at the Seddon Memorial Hall.

There was a commemorative cake cutting as well as speeches reminiscing past highlights and triumphs of the past 40-years.

Sharing in celebrations were Brian Schwass and Murray Westenra who today are the clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s remaining active founding members.

When the club first began 40-years ago it began with 35 members, a number is has managed to maintain over the years.

Murray recalled some of the many fundraising ventures undertaken by the club including the concreting of sheep and cattle yards, the collection of dead lambs for skinning plus many more community projects. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The most enjoyable part of being a Lion is the fellowship of working alongside other men,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You get a lot of satisfaction when you can help people out, it has been a wonderful 40-years,â&#x20AC;? Brian said.

The Seddon Lions Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most recent LIONS: Murray Westenra and Brian Schwass are the fundraising project is the bagging of two remaining founding members of the Seddon Lions Club who are still actively involved. potting mix to sell locally.

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Just a reminder that this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Operation Christmas Child campaign has begun.

The filling of the boxes for the children of the Pacific always proves an excellent holiday activity.

Information sheets about suitable contents, and the boxes themselves, can be picked up from the Sun office in High Street.

The boxes will be picked up from participating schools on October 15 and from the Sun office on October 18.

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Wednesday September 22, 2010

Youth not â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gift to drivingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; says Murphy

By Celeste Lodewyk Like many teenagers, iconic motorsport champion Greg Murphy thought he was 10-foot tall and bullet proof before a near fatal accident changed his attitude toward road safety.

This was one of the personal experiences shared with eager-listening senior students last Friday when Greg spoke at Marlborough Boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; College. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I thought I was godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gift to driving but at 18-years I

was involved in a very serious car accident which very easily could have been fatal,

it woke me up in a big way,â&#x20AC;? he says.

Students from Queen Charlotte, Marlborough Girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and Marlborough Boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; colleges converged to hear Greg address the importance of road safety.

Part of an educational road show touring high schools throughout New Zealand, Greg delivered a blunt message â&#x20AC;&#x201C; â&#x20AC;&#x153;donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t speed, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t drink and drive, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t travel with a drunk driver and be aware of the dangers around

you.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not here to preach to these kids, I just want to raise awareness with youth to think twice about what they do on the road. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy to make a wrong decision and unfortunately many of our youth donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get a second chance like I did,â&#x20AC;? he said.

The response from the students was positive said MTA Marlborough president Phil Brown. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He delivered a good, solid

message which seemed to be absorbed by the students.

This was followed by a lively question time and autograph signing,â&#x20AC;? he said.

Greg also attended a charity dinner on Thursday night as the honorary guest, organised

by MTA Marlborough.

Sixty-five tickets were sold for the dinner with some of the proceeds being donated to Marlboroughâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Students Against Drunk Drivingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; (SADD), and the local St John Ambulance.

Morrins Hollow birds fastest On Saturday at 8am, the Blenheim Pigeon Club members racing pigeons were released from Christchurch.

The weather was calm and sunny; great weather for racing! Flock result: Morrins Hollow 1, S. Kirkwood 2, J. Webb 3, C. Kirkwood 4, Shirley Morrison 5, J. and G. Peart 6.

This week was also the start of the Triple Crown Races, a series of three races. A nominated bird has to fly all three races. The Triple Crown Races are held six weeks apart.

Triple Crown Results: Morrins Hollow 1, C. Kirkwood 2, Shirley Morrison 3, J. Webb 4, J. and G. Peart 5, S. Kirkwood 6.

Bowls reps named Marlborough Indoor Bowls Association Masters Pairs Competition will be played at Omaka Marae on Saturday September 25 at 9am.

The following players have advised that they will be playing: R.Nyberg, J.Crawford, G.Rush, J.Draper, M.Agnew, D.North, Shane Hitchcock, S.tenBroeke, O.Murch, K.Murch, J.Bowis. K.Robinson, G.Liddicoat, L.Russell, P.Rattray. B.Bothwell, C.Parkes, K.Parkes, L.Norton, S.Anderson, T.Fenemor, S.Henry, B.Hewitt, D.Scott. J.Horner, J.Henson, R.Reardon, J.Randall, K.Wills, J.Adams, A.Rouse, Marie Dietrich, M.Burney, A.Mansell. T.Clark. K.Newport, H.Mortimer. K.Wells, D.Wells, S.Cooper, J.MacFarlane, V.Price, A.MacFarlane.

C.Weston-Berry, B.Stretch, P.Stretch, R.Gaastra.

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Wednesday September 22, 2010

Bike bash to help Picton kids The Variety Bike Bash is visiting Picton on November 22 and wants to help Picton children in need.

Bike Bash in November.

Application forms are available online at www.variety.org.nz or by phoning (09) 520 4111.

Variety - The Children’s Charity is currently seeking applications for grants to be considered for distribution during the Variety

Families and child-related organisations in need in Picton should submit a grant application form to Variety, by

the closing date of September 30 to be considered for a grant for presentation during this year’s Variety Bike Bash.

Honour for local Coastguards At the Coastguard National Conference on Saturday September 18, Coastguard Marlborough was honoured with the national “Coastguard Performance of the Year” award.

They were selected as first among New Zealand’s 68 Coastguard organistions after a year of significant progress.

The primary role of the 25-member organisation is marine search and rescue in the Marlborough Sounds. In the past year 46 per cent of callouts were to search and rescue incidents.

The remainder were to provide medivac services to St John ambulance evacuation of patients from remote areas of the Sounds without road access.

Coastguard Marlborough was specially commended for its work with St John to fund and construct the Picton Emergency Centre to provide a permanent operations centre for both organisations.

Close cooperation at local and dis-

trict level has been the hallmark of the project.

Port Marlborough and the Marlborough District Council have worked with the Emergency Centre Trust from the start to ensure the facility meets Picton’s needs, including the highest of disaster standards and St John’s strict criteria for an ambulance station.

Coastguard will have a dedicated communications centre, operations room and garaging for a second smaller trailerable rescue vessel as demand requires and funding permits. A meeting room with the latest in audio visual equipment will be available for educational and training purposes.

Correctly identifying where help is needed is also essential for the thousands of permanent residents and tens of thousands of annual visitors and this has led to a second project.

Frustrated with the difficulties encountered in dispatching the rescue boat to

Alex Moore and Peter Garnett were all smiles at the presentation of the award to Coastguard Marlborough for the Performance of the Year. Photo provided.

the correct location Incident Controller Peter Garnett has developed a comprehensive directory and designed high visibility identification plates for jetties throughout the Sounds.

Responses will be quicker and lives will be saved as a result of this work.

It has not been a simple

task. Many hours have been spent methodically obtaining and checking information.

The database now contains Google Earth maps, GPS positions, ownership and access information and often a variety of names by which the same location is known.

The hi-viz number plates can been in a spotlight from

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Over 60 per cent of jetties in Queen Charlotte Sound and Tory Channel now have their plates and plans are underway to extend the scheme to Pelorus and Kenepuru Sounds.

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