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Continued from page 1. “We thought it was a worthy cause and decided to give them two chairs that we manufacture at the Guild and that they could do what they want with,” he says. Jim Haseldine, the Vice Chairman of St Marks, is involved with the Society and also the foundation which raises money to support St Marks alcohol and drug centre. Clients arriving at St Marks often have co-existing mental illnesses while others are physically and psychologically unwell. Jim says the Treatment Centre will be auctioning the chairs on Trade Me “I’ve done a few comparisons. I think they’ve got a retail value of over $1500,” says Jim. “The woodworkers have offered them either as a plain pine chair or have offered them to be oiled,” he says. “They are amazingly comfortable and have been completed by the guild who are a bit of an Artisan.” “It’s an opportunity to make it better. The better the facility and more comfortable it is for the client(s), they can do the work they need to do to get themselves right,” he says. Affectionately known as ‘Cape Cod’ chairs, one of the members of the Guild had visited the United States and Cape Cod, a peninsula in Massachusetts. Sometimes known as Adirondack chairs, they are an American outdoor classic based on an original and enduring design
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from the turn of the 20th century. The member took pictures of the chairs, came back to tell his woodworking mates and they ended up making patterns on what they thought was the appropriate dimensions and made one up. “It was very comfortable so we went along with the idea, sourced some timbers. We have been making them progressively for the past three years,” says Rodney. Rodney says the wood came from One Forty One NZ (the old
Kaituna Sawmil) where the process of tanalising (using copper, chrome and arsenic mixed in water) gave it a quality finish and point of difference. “Some days the project was undertaken by one woodworker while on other days four or five woodworkers were ‘making parts’ where they could generate two chairs in a day,” he says. The Guild currently has a membership of 60. Most of its members consider it home, where they de-
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Two years of disruptions for Air NZ By Chris Valli
Marlborough Airport believes engine problems with the national carrier would only have an impact if they utilise the Q300 or ATR fleet to cover domestic flights. Numerous Air New Zealand flights will be rescheduled and the airline will temporarily stop flying direct to Seoul and Hobart in 2024 as it deals with an engine problem in 16 of its aircraft. Customers are being moved to different flights as the airline deals with the fallout of a problem with the new Pratt & Whitney engines, which affects some 700 planes across the globe. In its fleet of 106 aircraft, Air New Zealand has 16 A320/ 321NEO planes which are affected by the engine maintenance issue. They fly to Australia, the Pacific Islands and domestic New Zealand. However, Marlborough Airport Chief Executive Dean Heiford says they currently do not have the A320/321NEO planes servicing Marlborough. “The only impact for the airport would be if Air NZ utilised the Q300 or ATR fleet to cover domestic flights while these aircraft are being serviced or moving other aircraft onto the international routes to cover,” says Dean. Air New Zealand would almost double the number of people
working in its external contact centre to help with the expected influx of calls. Customers who are affected will be contacted directly in coming weeks and do not need to contact Air New Zealand. Dean says they would not contact customers as they don’t provide the flights or connections, adding as that would be up to Air NZ to inform customers of any issues and impacts. The engines will be removed and inspected for tiny cracks that could point to fatigue, although it has been stressed there is no safety issue. The A321neo is the longest-fuselage member of Airbus’ best-selling, single-aisle A320 Family and seats 180 to 220 passengers in a typical two-class interior layout, and as many as 244 in a higher-density arrangement. Air New Zealand had warned it expected significant disruption to its scheduling from January 2024 and now says disruption could last for two years. Up to four Air New Zealand planes could be grounded at any one time to service the affected engines. In a statement, Air New Zealand chief executive Greg Foran says most of the airline’s schedule had been reorganised by consolidating some flying and moving aircraft to different routes.
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Renwick Kindergarten Fundraiser A family fun day and fundraiser with the Renwick Kindergarten is on this Sunday. November 19. The BMX track will be available along with truck rides and a digger and loader to experience (parental supervision) along with a bouncy castle, a sausage sizzle, sandpit dig and Mr Whippy. The day starts at 9am – 1pm and tickets are $10 per family.
MBC/MGC Staff Only Days The colleges will be closed for instruc tion on, Monday, November 20 for Teacher Only Day (a government-assigned day dedicated for schools to understand curriculum changes and NCEA developments). Marlborough Airport Chief Executive Dean Heiford says they currently do not have the A320/321NEO planes servicing Marlborough and the only impact for the airport would be if Air NZ utilised the Q300 or ATR fleet to cover domestic flights.
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“Most customers whose flights have been changed will still fly on the same day, some on international flights will be re-accommodated to services a day either side of their original booking and some may have a cabin change due to a different aircraft being used.” The airline had also made the “difficult decision” to pause its Auckland-Hobart route from April 5, 2024 and Auckland-Seoul from April 1. Customers would still be able to book to Hobart and Seoul with
The Blenheim Lions club are running a free family friendly event this Sunday, November 19 to help raise awareness of Diabetes. The public are invited to join walking their choice of distance on the Taylor River Reserve, and help achieve their national goal of completing 15,000 km (the perimeter of New Zealand). Sun readers need to turn up at the Quays between 9am and 11am to register and return to the Quays by 12 noon to record your distance walked. There will be two lucky draws of $50 fruit and vegetable vouchers.
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Creating Clued Up Kids By Chris Valli
There was some authentic, contextual learning taking place for primary school students at Brayshaw Park last week. Year 5 and 6 students were presented with real-life role play safety experiences at the Marlborough Clued-Up Kids 2023 event held from November 6 – 10. Year 5 student Alice Kingi says her favourite thing was the train and going for a ride, learning all about them including how long it takes them to stop, giving that ‘added value learning’ and insight into the changing
landscapes and greater understanding of the Blenheim Railway Society and the people involved. Meanwhile, Sage Johnson, Year 6, says learning what to do when a dog comes up to you was the best part. “You become a tree and if you run and trip over when a dog chases you, you become a rock,” she informs. “Never show any affection to the dog. I also enjoyed going through the fire house.” Council’s Road Safety Coordinator Robyn Blackburn says Marlborough Clued-up Kids is a collaborative interactive safety
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through the programme, and we have the other half of primary schools which came this year.” Council’s Civil Defence, Nautical and Coastal, and Road Safety sections had a presence alongside other agencies including KiwiRail, Maataa Waka, FENZ, Police, Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand, and St John. The Brayshaw Park Committee and Riverside Railways, Vintage Car Club and Vintage Farm Machinery stage the event, providing the setting for the real-life simulations. Clued-Up Kids has been held at Brayshaw Park since 2006.
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The impact of community funding By Chris Valli
Marlborough Riding for the Disabled Association President Belinda Jackson says lottery funding is rewarding with seeing the difference they make in the lives of their riders, families and the wider communities.
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Sun readers have their say... with the WORD on the Street.
What’s your view on a restaurant asking you to pre-order your meal - days before you’re due to dine?
Damien Harrison Auckland Wouldn’t bother going to the restaurant.
Debbie Williams Blenheim If you’re part of a large group booking, I don’t see a problem.
Emily Larkins Blenheim Great idea and always do it for large work group lunches when time is important.
Kim Anderson-Robb Blenheim No thanks, I like to pick on the night.
Paul McArthur Dunedin As a hospo veteran I don’t agree with this practice.
Sheree Huntley Blenheim I’ve made my mind up day before I head in what I’m having so fine by me.
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Shared pathway summer trial The Queen Charlotte Track is embarking on a trial this summer aimed at creating an inclusive year-round experience for walkers and riders. The trial, undertaken by Marlborough District Council and the Department of Conservation (DOC) with the support of the Queen Charlotte Track Landowners Cooperative (QCTLC), will see the opening of Meretoto/Ship Cove to Camp Bay from 1
December 2023 to 28 February 2024. This section has previously been closed during this period to riders. Council’s Dean Heiford says this meant the full length of the track would be accessible to both walkers and cyclists during the peak period, offering a shared pathway for all users. Cyclists will be able to ride the full Queen Charlotte Track, on the condition they arrive at Meretoto/Ship Cove via the first water
taxi departing Picton at 8am. Commercial operators will be required to enforce the 8am departure rule over the peak period. “This strategic timing allows bikers to proceed ahead of walkers, affording them the space and flexibility to set their own pace and explore the track in a distinct manner while minimising walker contact,” Dean says. Senior Ranger, Recreation/Historic at DOC’s Waitohi/Picton Office Margot Ferrier W h e n o n ly t h e b e s t W i l l d o !
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Keen response to freshwater sessions
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There was a steady flow of questions for the Marlborough District Council freshwater team at the A&P Show and first community drop-in session at Ward.
Demolition began on two buildings in central Blenheim this week.
As part of the Government’s 2020 Essential Freshwater Package, Council is seeking more feedback to help draft changes to the Marlborough Environment Plan on how we manage our activities to ensure our rivers, streams and wetlands are healthy. This is the second round of community engagement based on feedback from earlier in the year that helped shape proposed values and visions for freshwater management – what is important to people about freshwater and how they want it looked after in the future. Those at the drop-in sessions were interested in finding out more about these values and visions in their own catchment area - such as healthy river ecosystems, drinking water, places to swim, food
gathering/mahinga kai and irrigation needs. Survey forms are also online to gather feedback. “The top priority in the legislation is to protect the health and wellbeing of our rivers, streams and wetlands,” Council’s Strategic Planner Sarah Pearson said. “That feeds down to the next priorities of providing for the health needs of people such as drinking water and then water for crops and stock.” “The rules and policy in the Marlborough Environment Plan to manage freshwater will be based on community and iwi feedback, so please have your say on these latest proposals,” Sarah said. Public drop-in sessions are being held throughout Marlborough this month to gather more comments and suggestions. For more information and an online survey go to: www.marlborough.govt.nz/ environment/freshwater-management Submissions close on 15 December.
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The Council-owned Millennium Art Gallery building on the corner of Seymour and Alfred streets, and the former Marlborough Clubs’ building at 6 Russell Terrace are both due to come down. Demolition will take place in two phases for both buildings with asbestos removal the first stage of the process. Scaffolding is in place ahead of removal of the roof of the Millennium Gallery, which is expected to take two weeks. The demolition of the remainder of the building starts on 27 November and should be completed by 15 December. The Millennium Art Gallery building - at one time Blenheim’s public library - was built in 1958 and after several conversions, became home to the gallery in 1999. Deputy Mayor David Croad, who holds the property and development portfolio, said a detailed assessment was done for the gallery building which calculated its seismic rating at 38% NBS (New Building Standard). “The building as it stands represents an earthquake risk,” Clr Croad said. “We appreciate Marlburians may remember this building as the public library. However, it’s not safe to remain and the art gallery has a
The use of the site in the future is not yet confirmed but additional parking is one option. The demolition of the building will also create traffic safety improvements to the Seymour and Alfred Street corner where there have been several near misses over the years due to limited visibility for both vehicles and pedestrians. The former Marlborough Clubs’ building, will also bring back some fond memories for locals. Council purchased the 1,700m2 site in 2017 off the Clubs of Marlborough. “This land has always been viewed as having strategic development opportunities, being central and next door to the Marlborough Events Centre and ASB Theatre,” Clr Croad said. “The site continues to have great potential as a hotel or residential development, amongst other possible uses, which would create wider economic benefits for Blenheim and Marlborough. Clearing the site will better allow its potential to be realised.” Both demolitions will be funded from Council’s Forestry and Land Development Reserve.
Environment awards field day The Marlborough Environment Awards Trust continues its series of field days with a visit to M&R Forestland Management. Winners of the forestry category at the 2023 Cawthron Marlborough Environment Awards, the company will talk about how they work to protect waterways during harvesting.
Freshwater maps, survey forms and a water-flow model attracted interest at the A&P Show
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They will show how they collaborate with logging contractors to reduce erosion, sedimentation and damage to waterways. The company has taken many positive steps to improve planning, freshwater monitoring and harvesting practice, and the collaboration with contractors sets a strong example for other forestry companies. The field day, on Wednesday 22 November
from 9.30am to 12.30pm, includes guest speakers from Te Hoiere Project who will give an insight into different industries working together as leaders in catchment practices, for the benefit of the environment. Four wheel drive vehicles will be needed but there will be a car pool available. Those going will meet at the BDO Renwick Sports and Events Centre to drive in convoy to the site. Solid footwear and high viz vests should be worn. Please RSVP to info@cmea.org.nz by Monday 20 November to reserve your spot – please indicate if you need a ride.
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Lynley lives in Rapaura with a large section and more than 220 varieties of roses. The rose, ‘Tropical Skies’ is one of her favourite roses. Lynley has loved the world of rose growing and exhibiting and enjoyed travelling to World Rose Conventions in Scotland, Japan and Canada.
Coming up Roses The Rapaura Springs Garden Marlborough has just finished its fabulous 30th year of garden tours, workshops and the famous Garden Fete. Marlborough Horticultural Society member Chris Dennis tells Chris Valli about the society and one member in particular. Summer is coming and the roses are just getting into their stride ready for the forthcoming Summer Show. The Marlborough Horticultural Society hold three shows each year at St Christopher’s Hall, Redwoodtown, inviting the public to view the best of their local flowers and vegetables. The Summer Show, often called the Rose Show, is being held on Saturday, November 25 and Lynley Neal will be there showing her roses, as she does every year. Lynley has been growing roses since she was first married and living on a dairy farm at Rai Valley. She joined the NZ Rose Society in
the early 1980’s and became a National Judge in 1999 after studying and passing the final exams. Lynley has loved the world of rose growing and exhibiting and enjoyed travelling to World Rose Conventions in Scotland, Japan and Canada. The famous Butchardt Rose Gardens at Vancouver Island are one of her most favourite Rose Gardens, although Marlborough’s own Rose Garden at Pollard Park is a sight to see in summer. At 86 years of age, she lives in Rapaura with a large section and more than 220 varieties of roses. The rose, ‘Tropical Skies’ is one of her favourite roses and may be one
she will win with this year. The Summer Show will also have Bonsai displays and arrangements from the Floral Art Society on show. There are numerous sales tables of perennials and succulents and a large Society Fundraiser of exhibition dahlia tubers. There are many classes that members and non-members of the Society can enter, from Novice Classes to Open Classes, for experienced growers or anyone who wants to give it a go. Different types of roses, plus many other summer flowers including lilies, fuchsias, daisies and pansies can be shown and there are many Society members, includ-
ing Lynley, ready to help novices arrange and display their flowers. Other classes for houseplants, vegetables and fruits are offered and a new children’s classes this year for the young ones aged six years and under. The children’s classes are very popular, and any child can enter. The new class is for a hat to be decorated with summer flowers and foliage ready for a parade at the Hall of the children wearing their decorated hats at 2.30pm. Lynley is always happy to allow gardeners through her garden to view the spectacular roses. Last week she hosted one of the local
Garden Groups through. In Marlborough they have at least six active garden groups whose members meet up monthly to view gardens in the area and pass on knowledge and enjoy friendship. On November 18 and 19 her garden is part of the Wairau Valley Anglican Parish Country Gardens charity event, held over two days where the public can view any or all of 11 featured gardens. Join Lynley at the Summer Show and take a look at the beautiful gardens we have in Marlborough, either with our local garden groups or on the Wairau Valley Anglican Parish tour next weekend.
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Briggs Enduro first for Marlborough By Chris Valli
All engines will be on KartSport Marlborough this weekend with the High Rev Motorsport 2023 Kartsport New Zealand National Endurance Championships. It is the first time the Wither Road location has ever hosted the Briggs Enduro national event. The KartSport Marlborough track is classed as one of the best tracks in the country and carries an ‘A’ grade rating. At almost 1km long and 14 corners there is plenty of action for both drivers and spectators. Kartsport Marlborough is one of 19 clubs in New Zealand. The club is currently the fastest growing club in the country, with a focus on having fun with plenty of support for newcomers – young and old. Last year Kartsport Marlborough was given the opportunity to apply to host the enduro with Kartsport NZ selecting them as the host. The event will see 24 teams of three drivers, a record number for the event. Teams drive for four hours which Kartsport Marlborough President Nigel Botham says
will add another twist to the event. Nigel’s 15-year-old son Archie will be one of the youngest racers in a team and started the sport in 2018 as a ten-year-old. Archie says the sport is about ‘having fun with his mates’ albeit being drawn to the competitive side of karting. He will be joined in the ‘Motley Crue’ enduro team with Blenheim’s Daniel Morton who owns Marlborough Motorcycles and Alice MacLachlan from Christchurch. The karts are powered with a four stroke Briggs & Stratton L0206 engine, produced especially for competitions organised under the control of KartSport NZ which ensures a high degree of engine parity. The engine has been chosen to power the future of the Junior (11 to under 16 years) and Senior (15+ years) Briggs classes. The L0206 engine has revolutionised grassroots karting providing a cost-effective option with low running costs. Some of the key features of the engine include; 206cc, 9hp @5,500rpm, RPM limited to 6,100rpm, over 90kph with a sealed crankcase. “The Briggs class has revived this club,” says
Nigel. “It’s massive here in Marlborough with an entry level into motorsport. This event will be successful because it accommodates and reaches out to a lot of people.” One team which has entered are all over the age of 60. Apparently, 60 plus drivers in karting are classed as legends and run a white backed plate on their kart. Nigel says the Kartsport community are a supportive network with a Wellington crew coming down last weekend to get some practice time in, including the president of Kartsport NZ who has entered his own team. The main sponsor for the event is Nelson based HighRev motorsport with Rob Blick Building, Landspec, GMW Jewellery, Marlborough Motorcycles and Taylor & Co Building all getting behind the national event. The Club is actively upgrading its facilities with increased safety a priority. Friday, November 17 the club will be holding a drivers question and answer session at the Club rooms from 5.30pm to 6.30pm. The track is open every day. For Sun readers who are keen to get involved with KartSport Marlborough, contact Nigel on 027 344 6354.
KartSport Marlborough driver Archie Botham gets in some practice for this weekend’s National Endurance Championships. Kartsport Marlborough President Nigel Botham says the Briggs class has revived the club and is massive in Marlborough with an entry level into motorsport.
Downtown Review – a celebration of the 60s By Chris Valli
Blen heim Musical Theatre has this uncanny ability to find wonderful, organic talent amongst the community and Downtown the Mod Musical is no exception. Directed by Alison Dight, the toe tapping theatre restaurant show delights in many facets with a soundtrack having Baby Boomers and Gen X tapping their toes to anthems to the groovy 60’s charts. Downtown flips through the years like a musical magazine and takes you back to the music, the fashion and the freedom of the 60’s. The show tracks five groovy gals as they come of age during those liberating days that made England swing. Suzanne Hatch played Orange Girl (each of the main characters simply had a colour as a name - how sixties), a woman in her forties who is suspecting her husband is cheating on her while Angeline Forlong played gorgeous Blue Girl who is wealthy but questions her sexuality. Megan Ponder plays Red Girl, the youngest of the women and with her plain looks worried
if she will ever find a man. Natalie Joubert plays Yellow Girl, the only American woman in the show who has travelled over to the UK to see if she can get a glimpse of Paul McCartney. Kim Weatherhead plays Green Girl, the raciest of the women, always hooking up with guys and speaking coarsely. If the objective of the society is to promote and foster the study, production and performance of musical theatre in the Marlborough community, then they have done this with aplomb such was the vocal talents and characterisation of newcomers Natalie and Angeline. Natalie’s character, especially in the second half, showed the deeper side which provided one of those, ‘oh’ moments and was a credit to her interpretation and narrative. Her Dusty Springfield ballad, Son of a Preacher man was worth the entry. Each has their own moment in the vocal spotlight and showcased their individual and collective abilities. Suzanne, often in previous BMT shows in the ensemble/chorus, has a natural disposition as a main character such was a new-found confidence and vocal range (she always had it to be fair) while Kim Weatherhead is a great casting as green girl and provided authenticity with an English sound bite that added context
and humour throughout. Kim was fabulous with her vernacular and colloquialisms. The tone of the show is humorously satirical watching the women constantly try to keep up with the latest fashions and lifestyle trends of the day. There was a definite zippy feel to the show, especially in the fast paced dialogue and exchanges between numbers. Erin Evans comes across strongly in her role
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as the arch, prim and proper Agony Aunt columnist Gwendolyn Holmes. The audience was very pleased when she gets her comeuppance in the end for all her tawdry advice. While Dave Barrett looked right at home in 60’s attire in his role as the voice of the magazine Shout. The season runs for 14 shows and opens from tonight, Wednesday, November 15 – Saturday, December 2.
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IF THE SHOE FITS - a Cinderella story By Chris Valli McKenzie Jessop as the Queen, Jessica Douthett as the King, Ayla Shaw as the Prince, Siobhan Tantrum as Princess Gwen.
Feisty, funky and fabulous, “If the Shoe Fits” is choreographed and performed by the talented team from Marlborough Academy of Dance. Director Robyn Simmons says after the decision was made to do Cinderella as their end of year show, they wanted to put a fun, modern take on the traditional tale and also wanted a more modern name to reflect that. Robyn says as soon as they finish a show, if not before, they start thinking about what they will do next. “One of the key factors for us in choosing a suitable show is the Year 13 dancers we will have in a year who have danced with MAD for a long time and will be leaving us to move on to tertiary training.” “We always look for a show that will give each of them an opportunity to have a solo role in the show and will suit their dance styles.
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Wednesday “An important part of our MAD culture and vision for the dance education of our students is to not only showcase our high achieving dancers but also give those who work really hard and give of their very best throughout the year the opportunity to have a role in the show. Sometimes this might be the eight - 10 year olds who we invite to dance as leaders for the youngest groups,” says Robyn. With a talented and committed group of teachers at MAD who work hard with their dancers all year, the students are in great hands. “We especially love coming together as a team to create our end of year shows,” says Robyn. “Once our show is chosen, by mid-year we brainstorm as a team on casting the show. At that point, we decide what dance genre will suit which characters and parts of the show and who will choreograph which items - that is always a fun time.” The choreographers for If the Shoe Fits includes Robyn, Fleur Hebberd, Daliah Clarke, Jenna Hook, Krystal Palmer, Ayla Shaw, Amy Potts, Rose Platenkamp, Rebecca Swanson, Kelsey Smith, Mel Foster and Sara Bishell. The MAD team have a roll of 400 dancers who are all involved in the
show. Robyn says they will have two casts - silver and blue – with the main characters and senior students performing in all four shows. Most of the junior students are divided into either silver or blue and perform with each cast performing in two of the four shows. “We love to use music and themes that our dancers will love and relate to, so wanted to make Cinderella a feisty, determined, contemporary female. Our Cinderella has career dreams of her own that she has no wish to set aside to marry her Prince and face a life stuck waving from a royal box.” Robyn adds punters won’t see a fairy-tale wedding finish to the show with instead an ending more suited to a young, modern lifestyle. There will be four shows; Friday November 24 at 6pm, Saturday November 25 11am and 5pm and Sunday 26 November 4pm. The lead roles this year are; Cinderella - Sam Marfell, Fairy Godmother - Daliah Clarke, Stepmother - Imogen Giles, Stepsisters - Ava Armstrong and Katie Hedgman Prince Robert - Ayla Shaw, King - Jess Douthett, Queen - McKenzie Jessop and Princess Gwen, Siobhan Tantrum.
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Be safe - be SunSmart New Zealand sunlight can have high levels of ultraviolet (UV) radiation. UV radiation can cause skin and eye damage. You can protect yourself and your children by being SunSmart. Learn how to keep safe while still living life in the sun. Here in New Zealand, we must protect ourselves when we are outside from September to April. Protect yourself all year round when you are in the mountains, out on the water and around reflective surfaces like snow and ice. Slip on a t-shirt with long sleeves. Fabrics with a tighter weave and darker colours will provide better protection from the sun. Slip into the shade. Take shade under an
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Re: Pettiness
Totally agree with last week’s txt talk. Come on DOC get the cafe started, you’re running out of time...summer is here!
I’m sorry, you are the first person who claims we are all petty in our disappointment of the name written on the outside of the library. I’ve no beef with te Reo if people want to learn it, but to start insisting EVERYTHING on public has to be switched to that now. NO, we are STILL an English speaking nation, and as someone has rightly suggested even on this page, it should be made THE official language of New Zealand, NOT Aotearoa!! Which means the land of the long white cloud. That’s not the official name of this country. We are NOT petty, thank you.
Boring grey
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DIY stores stocking new colour of paint in time for Xmas. It’s an all purpose low sheen acrylic called “Council batshite boring grey” Designed to cover in one coat anything bright, vibrant and cheerful!
Disappointed to read someone was “absolutely furious“ at having to pay $10 to get into farmers market on Sunday. This was a one off time and there was plenty to view in and around the historic sheep pavilion which the FM use on a weekly basis. Pity the correspondent couldn’t see it as a donation if nothing else to a hard working voluntary organisation as I did.
Re: Baby Ru Totally agree with last weeks text a decent whanau/family would never treat a poor baby like this. There are people out there who long for a child. And where was Oranga to ensure this wee darling was safe?
One off Follow up on last weeks Sun, the $10-00 charge by A & P was a oncer contrary to what is being rumoured.
Library sign Visitors to our town driving past admiring the new building If Library sign was where it could be seen would instantly know. How bad is it to have to walk up to the front door to find this out.
Loyalty schemes Are people really that stupid that they can’t see thru these schemes? In this world there is no free rides, the cost of any bonus you receive is simply built into the cost of what ever you purchase. It’s only to get you back in their grasp for your next purchase. A certain service station chain sells petrol some days with 15c a litre off, do you think for one minute they are selling it below cost? Course they aren’t. Wake up folks you are being conned .
Eureka! Coffee and food caravans daily at Pelorus Bridge roadside car park would instantly solve DOC’s problems. Placed daily; plenty of room, just as they did at Springs Junction when SH1 was shut. No tenders or cost, local operators, fresh yummy food; Now that’s actionable tomorrow, not next year. See you there next weekend folks.:-)
Signage I see the new library is devoid of any signage in any language visible from the Taylor river bridge on Grove Rd. Just to keep us guessing?
Talk of the week Trailer Thank you to the young man who alerted me to the tailgate breaking away from my trailer down Hutchison Street, much appreciated.
One people If there is one lesson we can learn from the shocking conflict in Gaza. We as New Zealanders need to be one people. Division leads to hatred, destruction and misery. We don’t want that.
Manholes Thank you for the resurfacing of Hutchison street round about. BUT are they going to fix the inspection manholes as it is very hard on vehicles, they are very deep. Trying to avoid these is dangerous driving.
Green waste To not even have a green waste option when we get our bins next year is not good. Just making everyone pay for every bit of waste. Chch has a small bin for grass, why can’t we. You want us to go to dump, not everyone can do that.
Thank you To the nurses and staff at Wairau hospital. Thank you so much for your care. We are so fortunate to have such dedicated people to look after us.
Not cool A referendum on the Treaty is being talked about. As a result, some past and present MPs thought it ok to declare civil disturbance could be their reaction. Such announcements are not cool in a multicultural democratic nation in 2023.
I heard on the radio that groceries are 30% cheaper in Australia, currency adjusted. This difference must be the supermarket operators we have here in NZ. And the environment (regulation, etc) that allows them to yield profits in excess of what would be considered a reasonable return on investment - $1million a day over and above. Oh, and petrol is 40% cheaper in OZ as well. Go figure.
People in the Cleghorn St, Howick Rd area please be aware of car thieves operating. Four cars broken into, and two stolen in the past two weeks. Report any suspicious people to the Police.
After a long weekend went to NPD Spring Creek to use dumping station, only to find no water. Tap not working. What a disgusting mess! Health hazard
Consequences The consequences of having the Maori language taking over. An elder friend who suffers with diabetes was sent a letter mostly in Maori. He thought this isn’t for me and disregarded it. Unfortunately it was for him and it was an appointment for urgent blood tests. He now has to try and get to Blenheim as Picton is booked out. When will they learn that the majority of us have no idea what all the Maori words mean. Does someone have to die.
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Battle of the beers
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Cost of living
Car thieves
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David Seymour wants to cut the bloated MBIE. Good. Government should be run like a private sector business. If you’re not delivering value, you’re gone. It seems that because it’s the Government’s coffers, money can be spent on anything and everything. Plenty more where that came from, etc. No. No more lunches out. No more hiring off-site facilities when perfectly good office space is available. Time for Government to save some money.
Update on the Crafty Acolytes and their Supreme leader from a previous text. A tavern on the other side of town has emerged with their own group of Acolytes and Supreme leader, customers there are calling them the Speighty Acolytes in opposition to the Crafty Acolytes. So let the drinking commence, subject to all parties agreeing to the rules, neutral venue, no cushions, you are allowed to bring your own glass, parents may attend.
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Artist Val Griffith Jones in the creative zone. She says art is a chance to express things which cannot be done with words. PICTON’S FINEST ARTISTS: From left; Yvonne Paul, Zoe Rocket, Val Griifith Jones, Martina Black, Renata von Petersdorff, Valerie Maynard and Lunn Saul.
Calling all art lovers By Chris Valli
An opportunity to get up close and personal with local artists is on offer this weekend. The Waitohi Picton Open Studios is calling on art lovers to visit Artists and Crafters in their personal studios. Now in its third year, the event will showcase ceramics, multimedia, jewellery, and painting over two days. Local Artist Vonny Paul says Marlborough
artists are looking forward to opening their studios for enthusiasts to visit, meet and enjoy their artwork. One such artist is Val Griffith Jones, a painter and object maker. Her paintings she says express her love of our ‘glorious landscapes’, but also speak of the damage we are doing our land. “They are bold, colourful and always driven by strong emotions. I paint outdoors (in plain air is the posh phrase) and also in my
lovely studio at home. I also make objects, using traditional “women’s” techniques and materials to tell our stories, such topics as aging and family matters.” Val says art is a chance to express things which cannot be done with words. On the good days she admits of feeling ‘intensely satisfied’. “Open Studios is a chance for people to come and look round, have a chat and see not only what we do, but find out why, and
how we do it. There is no charge for our Open Studios, and no pressure to buy. There will be works for sale. Come to Picton, visit the galleries, book shops and cafes, enjoy a day (hopefully) in the sun.” Locals are encouraged to use the following map and link www.marlboroughevents. co.nz to plan a studio tour adventure where the artists will be happy to talk about their process with visitors. The event is on from 10am-4pm both days.
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The weekend saw the community event Garden Fete at Churchill Glade in glorious weather attended by many in the region. This weekend sees preparations for the Waitohi Picton Open Studios event which will showcase ceramics, multimedia, jewellery, and painting over two days.
Frankie Palmer in full character mode for the upcoming Marlborough Academy of Dance show ‘If the Shoe Fits’ at the ASB Theatre which runs from Nov 24 - Nov 26.
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Oscar Curry holding one of Carol Schofield’s Wonderful Critters at the Seddon Spring Fair on the Green. The day saw a family day of steam trains, market stalls and fun in Seddon. Oscar says his favourite part of the day was feeding the sheep.
Linda and Elliott Van Kuyk enjoying some quality time at the Fete.
MGC student Kyla Thorstensen in action at the Southern Zone U15 Softball Tournament in Ashburton recently. Kyla was named in the Best Tournament Team at the end of the tournament. This softball season, Kyla will be travelling to Auckland every Saturday to play for the Auckland Softball Club - Metro, in the U18 team. She has also been named in the Auckland U17 Representative Team, and was recently called up into the Auckland U23 Blue Sox Team to compete in Wellington.
HANDCRAFTED WITH TLC: Terry and Paula Leigh selling Terry's handmade chairs made from wine barrels on Sunday at the Garden Fete.
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‘An experience of a lifetime’ By Chris Valli
A group of musical theatre enthusiasts won two awards at the Junior Theatre Festival New Zealand event in Auckland last month. Over Labour weekend, 11 students, two parents, and three Marlborough Academy of Music tutors attended the Junior Theatre Festival New Zealand, JTFNZ. 14 schools and theatre groups from around the country joined them to learn from industry professionals from Broadway and the West End. Students performed a piece from their Summer Intensive show, Seussical Jr, for adjudication, taking out an award for Excellence in Ensemble along with the top award of the festival - The Spirit Award - given to a group who embodies performance and working together. Three students were also chosen as “JTF All-Stars” and given the opportunity to learn a special piece to perform on stage at the final night event; Elaine Huang, Oliver Dight, and Tommy Phipps. The JTFNZ Festival brings together professionals from around the world who specialise
in Musical Theatre to teach students and offer Professional Development to tutors. “The children found a place where they could be themselves and shine on stage. This was an experience of a lifetime for these children and their parents” says MAoM tutor, Louisa Thomson. Parents Spencer and Louise Kingi attended the festival as chaperones for their two daughters, Amelia and Alice. “I was amazed by the calibre of performances at the festival and how the kids of MAoM stacked up against them and were able to come away with two awards. I am immensely proud of them,” says Spencer. Students also had the opportunity to audition for a place on the Kiwi All-stars team, travelling to the USA in January 2025. Competition for a place on the team was highly competitive with over 60 students auditioning for one of 30 places. Three MAoM students successfully received a place on the team - Amelia and Alice Kingi, and James Dight.. Amelia and Alice are among the youngest members selected for the tour at just 12 and 10 years old.
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MARLBOROUGH SALEYARDS COMPANY LIMITED NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Notice is hereby given that the annual general meeting of shareholders of the above company will be held on Friday, December 1st, 2023 commencing at 11am at the Marlborough Saleyards, Main South Road, Blenheim. BUSINESS: 1. To confirm the minutes of the last annual general meeting. 2. To receive the report of directors and the financial reports for the year ended June 30, 2023 3. To elect directors 4. To elect an auditor 5. To transact any other business which may be legally brought before the meeting. 6. Constitutional change, new share allocation up to 100 shares maximum per person/company. Nominations for the position of Director must be delivered to the registered office of the company, P.O. Box 1057, Blenheim not later than 5pm, November 30, 2023. Nominations must be signed by a shareholder qualified to attend and vote at the meeting, and a notice in writing signed by the person of his/her willingness to be elected. A shareholder may appoint a proxy, not necessarily a member of the company, to represent him/her at the annual meeting. Proxies must be delivered to the registered office of the company, not less than 48 hours before the meeting. Marlborough Saleyards Company Ltd P.O. Box 1057 BLENHEIM
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URGENT services Urgent Care Centre: Wairau Hospital Grounds. Entry off Hospital Rd, Blenheim, 8am-8pm daily. Phone (03) 520 6377. Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non urgent 578 0797. After Hours Chemists: Springlands Pharmacy: Monday - Friday 8.30am 6pm. Saturday 9m - 5pm. Sunday 10am 4pm. Public Holidays 10am - 4pm. Closed Christmas Day. ph 578 2271 Community Care Pharmacy: Within the Blenheim Warehouse, open 7 days 9am8pm. Only closed Christmas Day. Lifeline Marlborough: 0800 543354, 24hr helpline. Women’s Refuge and Sexual Violence Support Centre Marlborough: Crisis line number phone 0800 refuge or 03 5779939. Victim Support: 0800 VICTIM (0800 842 846) Alcoholics Anonymous: 0800 AA WORKS - 0800 229 6757. Citizens Advice Bureau: Free, friendly, confidential advice. Mon - Fri 9.30am 4pm. Phone 578 4272. Wairau Hospital: Hospital Visiting Hours: Daily 2.30pm - 8pm, children under 12 may visit parents only. Maternity Ward: 10am-noon, 4pm-7pm. Children's Ward: Daily 10am-8pm. Visiting at all times is subject to the discretion of the nurse in charge of the ward. Picton: Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non-urgent 579 4870. Chemist: Picton Healthcare Pharmacy. Ph 573 6420 Mon -Fri 8.30-5.30pm, Sat 9-2pm. Medical Centre Pharmacy, Ph 928 4265, Mon-Fri 8am-5.30pm
Death notices BLOMFIELD, Steven John: Passed away at his home on Monday November 6, 2023. Aged 50 years. Loved son of the late Ian and Lorraine, loved brother of David, and Cheryl. Good friend of John Ealand, loved by many. Messages may be sent to the Blomfield Family, 9 Tamihana Street, Otaki 5512. A service for Steven will be held at Sowman’s Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, Blenheim at 11am TODAY, Wednesday November 15. The service will be livestreamed and details may be accessed via our website www.sowmans.co.nz/upcoming-funerals T: 03 578 4719 E: sowmans@funerals.co.nz W: www.sowmans.co.nz
CLEARWATER: Raymond Graham (Ray). Ray died peacefully at home on 12 November 2023, aged 76, surrounded by his family. A service to celebrate Ray’s life will be held at 1pm Friday 17th November at the Springlands Chapel, Cloudy Bay Funeral Services, 15 Boyce Street Blenheim. To view full notice please visit our website.
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FYFE, Barry John: Passed away suddenly on Saturday November 11, 2023 at Wairau Hospital. In his 81st year. Cherished husband of Joan. Much loved Dad and fatherin-law of Tony and Kim, Lisa and Mark, Paul and Deborah. Beloved grandad and poppa of Callum, Jamie, Nina, Cara, Mia and Thomas. A service for Barry will be held at Sowman’s Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, Blenheim at 11.00am on Friday November 17. The service will be livestreamed and details may be accessed via our website www.sowmans. co.nz/upcoming-funerals T: 03 578 4719 E: sowmans@funerals.co.nz W: www.sowmans.co.nz
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HAMMOND: Frederick George (Phred). On 8 November 2023, passed away at Wairau Hospital in his 85th year. At Phred’s request a private cremation has been held. To view full notice please visit our website.
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JENKINS. Beverley Dawn, (Bev) On November 10 2023, at Springlands Lifestyle Village, Blenheim. Aged 89 years. Dearly loved wife of the late John, loved mother and mother in-law of Nicola and David Farrant (Havelock), Jo-anne (Gold Coast), Jarrett and Barbara (deceased), Mandy and Aaron Coburn. Loved Nana of all her grand and great grandchildren. Messages to 138 Middle Renwick Road Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Heart Foundation would be appreciated and may be made at the service or online to a/c 020500-0307076-004 Ref. JENKINS. A celebration of Beverley’s life will be held at Sowman’s Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, Blenheim at 2.00pm on Thursday November 16, followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium. T: 03 578 4719 E: sowmans@funerals.co.nz W: www.sowmans.co.nz
NICHOLLS: Tony Clarence. On November 7th, 2023, passed away peacefully at Springlands Lifestyle Village, aged 96 years. A celebration of Tony’s life has been held. To view full notice please visit our website.
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SUTHERLAND: Ian George (George) RNZAF (H86372). 5/1/1958 - 10/11/2023 Passed peacefully. A private cremation has been held. We would like to invite family and friends to the Redwood Tavern, Blenheim on Saturday 13 January at 2.00pm. To view full notice please visit our website.
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In loving memory (6 years ago today) ROCHE, Frances Joy (Fran). Your life was a blessing, Your memory a treasure, You are loved beyond words, and missed beyond measure. You are our lady - our rock - our shining light. Your loving husband Tony, Sons Ricci, Karl, Sean and Justin and their families. Bible Meeting CRUCIFIED ... yet he lives by the power of God. Jesus Christ the same yesterday, today and forever. Sunday 10:30, Eltham Rd Guides Hall.
Community notices Rapaura Community Church A short closing service will be held on SUNDAY 19 NOVEMBER outside the Church at 2pm. (Chairs will be available for those unable to stand). If you or your family had connections to this Community Church you are warmly invited to share in this service and take the opportunity to have a quick last look and walk through the building. We will then go across to the Rapaura Hall to acknowledge those that have been involved with this Church for many years. A time of remembering, reminiscing and catching up. Afternoon tea will be served.
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WILLIAMS: Don Anthony. On 6th November 2023 at his home surrounded by family, aged 78 years. A private family gathering for cremation has been held and a community celebration in mid-December will be notified. To view full notice please visit our website.
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U19 camp to provide benchmark By Chris Valli
Tasman rugby players Matt Lowe and Cooper Roberts have been selected in the New Zealand U19 Development Camp. Fifty players have been identified and selected to take part in a week-long camp at the New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS) in Wellington. Matt, a loose forward played his rugby for Nelson College while Cooper, a utility back was in the Marlborough Boys’ College First XV for three years. The camp started on Monday, November 13 and will place an emphasis on development and preparation for the players as they look ahead to the Super Rugby Under 20 competition, from which the New Zealand Under 20s squad will be selected.
Cooper believes his game has developed over the past 12 months putting on eight kilograms and getting ‘fitter and faster’ helping his all round game. “Being able to know the game technically from fullback, centre and wing has also been a massive improvement as I have played a lot of wing this season which is new to me,” he says. “I have been able to defend confidently as the season has gone on. “A work on throughout the season has been the ability to be a triple threat with my running game ability to kick off both feet and passing. As this is a massive part of playing in the back three.” The players were selected following New Zealand Schools, New Zealand Barbarians and New Zealand Māori Under 18 cam-
Blenheim’s Cooper Roberts is one of 50 players identified to take part in a camp at the New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS) in Wellington this week.
paigns, as well as Provincial Union Under 19 representative matches. New Zealand Rugby (NZR) High Performance Player Development Manager Matt Sexton says the focus of the camp would be on personal skill development, with the opportunity to provide a benchmark for players seeking to achieve at the next level. “The camp will provide players with the appropriate tools in their professional rugby development. “It is another important step in building our player pathway and establishing a
strong foundation of aspiring players who are setting their sights on the New Zealand Under 20s, Super Rugby Under 20s and future professional contracts. “Once again, we have worked closely with our talent identification network to select available athletes to attend. “Those selected will be supported by a leading group of coaches from throughout the country to assist with their skill development across the week and ensure at the conclusion of the camp they are aware of the next steps to lead to future success.”
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