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QUACK BOOM: James Neal with sons Sam (left) and Finn prepare for the beginning of duck shooting season this weekend.

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Duck shooters prepare for open day Story and photo by Celeste Lodewyk The duck shooting season officially begins this Saturday and many avid hunters will this week be eagerly packing their equipment and readying their kitchens for Sunday’s roast duck. For the Neal family of Grovetown, duck shooting has been a tradition that has run through a number of generations. James and his sons Sam (8) and Finn (5) (pictured) will be amongst those out shooting this season, but more importantly, they will be spending quality family time together.

“Duck shooting is something that I enjoy doing with my boys. From gearing up through to preparing the duck to eat, it’s all time I get to spend with them,” he says. James first began duck shooting when he was three-years of age with his father and has carried on this tradition with Sam and Finn, taking them out at the same age. “They have always shown an interest in duck shooting and to be honest, I don’t get far without them,” he laughs.

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Duck shooting is one of the highlights of the New Zealand shooting calendar. Stressing the importance of firearms safety is Mike Spray of the Mountain Safety Council. “Each season there are reported incidents involving careless use of shotguns and these could have been avoided if duck hunters had maintained responsible shooting behaviour and followed the seven rules of firearms safety,” he says. More information can be found at www. fishandgame.org.nz

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New Stadium makes a big splash By Robbie Parkes The Marlborough Lines Stadium 2000 official opening on the weekend went off without a hitch. Hundreds of children and their parents turned up for the Saturday morning opening which kicked off with Marlborough’s Big Splash - a live, televised countdown by the Mayor that ended with a lot of people getting soaked. Students from a number of Marlborough schools turned up in their school colours to take part in the Big Splash and get amongst the day’s activities. Kids from the likes of Renwick and St Mary’s Schools were excited about the new pools and were adamant they would be

there all day. Spring Creek School principal Andrew McFarlane said it was great to be there as part of the community. “It’s good getting involved and getting the best of it,” he said. A lot of parents said it was great just to see the new Stadium officially open and running. “It’s awesome, a lot better than what it was,” said Chris Andrew. He had to take the kids out to their sports games that morning but was pretty sure he would be back later in the afternoon, and the next day. Mayor Alistair Sowman said he was delighted by the turn out as well as the facility as a whole. “Alot of community feedback, and we have got a very exciting

Marlborough’s Big Splash: Hundreds of children enjoyed the official opening of the Marlborough Lines Stadium 2000.

finished product,”. He said the new Stadium will get at least 30 plus years under it’s belt especially because those who undertook the build did not just refurbish what was already

War memorial clock foundations need work The first results of structural tests on the war memorial clock tower suggest it is sounder than initially suspected but work will be necessary to bring the foundations up to the standard required by the Building Code. The Marlborough District Council is still awaiting further test results on the masonry. Doubt about the adhesive strength of the stonework on the tower is now the primary reason the Council has left the area fenced off. “Our war memorial clock tower in Seymour Square is a very important element of the townscape and no one has enjoyed seeing it surrounded by safety fencing. However, most people also un-

derstood that legal liability for public safety required action once doubt was raised about its structural security,” said Council’s Assets and Services manager Mark Wheeler. “The Christchurch demands for specialist earthquake engineering expertise meant a longer-than-expected wait for detailed assessments but the preliminary assessment is that the underlying structure may not require major rebuilding. That’s a relief to us all,” he said. “However some work will have to be done and it’s hoped that a more detailed engineering report, due in the coming weeks, will give us the parameters, and some idea of the cost of the repairs that are going to be necessary,” said Mr Wheeler.

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there. “Congratulations to the Trust, who had the courage to do it right,” he said. “The public of Marlborough have some-

thing to be proud of.” There was a more formal setting for the Stadium’s official opening for sponsors and key people on the Friday night. Blenheim’s Clock Tower, Seymour Square

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New owners for Blenheim PAK’nSAVE By Robbie Parkes Mark Elkington and Andrea Boock will be the owners of the Blenheim PAK’n SAVE. The supermarket is to be built and completed by early next year. Mark and Andrea currently own Blenheim New World, but Foodstuffs will be looking for new owners. “I guess they’ll put it on the market later in the year,” said Andrea. She said they put their application in three weeks ago for PAK’n SAVE, and the Foodstuff board approved them last Tuesday. “I guess it was a business decision even though we have had a lot of memories here at New World.” “It’s also a move up the ladder for us, we’re building a brand new store.” The couple have owned New World for two years. “There’s an excitement that comes with starting from scratch.” Robinson Construction Limited is in charge of the building process and excavation on the site is being done within the next week, with work expected to start after that. The new supermarket is part of the $56 million

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Westwood shopping complex being built on Middle Renwick Rd. PAK’n SAVE is the sister company of New World. Andrea said it was an easy move. “It is quite different and it’s a lot bigger and it’s a lot more price driven,” she said. The New World staff have been really supportive. “They are enthusiastic about the change,” she said.

Calvin Aberhart would like to thank Nicolle Murray for returning his wallet he lost while cycling with his son Tyrin on Saturday. Police contacted Calvin in the evening that same day to let him know Nicolle had handed in his wallet. He said it is good to see some top people out there still.

riGht: mark elkington and his wife andrea Boock will own the new store. BeloW: the pak’nsaVe store similiar to the one to be built on the site at middle renwick road.

Brides & Beauty The Waikawa Boating Club is hosting a ‘girly’ afternoon of Bubbles, Brides and Beauty this Saturday from 2pm to 5pm. There will be bridal gown displays, makeup demonstrations, a fashion parade and a bridal parade. Entry is $10 which is paid at the door.

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Five of Marlborough’s seven Catholic churches are at risk of collapse in a moderate earthquake, according to preliminary assessments by the Wellington archdiocese. St Mary’s Catholic church is top priority for engineering assessment and repair. Renwick is yet to be assessed. The Wellington archdiocese is assessing all its 180 church-owned buildings for vulnerability to earthquake damage, and so far 41 of the 180 have been done, and of those, 36 are rated as being prone to earthquake damage.

About 1000 submissions had been made on King Salmon’s application to the Environment Protection Authority by the end of Friday. Subm ission s clos e on Wednesday at 5pm, and submitters’ evidence is due by July 27. Submissions can be made by email to kingsalmon@epa. govt.nz.

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Students plea - don’t smoke An anti-smoking rap performed in front of District Councillors at last year’s annual plan consideration has helped encourage a stronger signal that all Councilowned reserves, parks and sports parks should be smoke-free areas. The students asked that all Marlborough’s parks, playgrounds and sports grounds, swimming pools and reserves be declared smoke free. G over n ment legislation already bans cigarette smoking from many places, including grandstands and pavilions.

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Council’s Assets and Services Committee deputy chairman Terry Sloan says the Council is not in a position to impose a public ban. But, he says, t he

Council does have signs discouraging smoking in public spaces, like playgrounds, although its signs a re often damaged by vandals. He and his fellow councillors on t he Assets and Services Committee think that sig nage shou ld b e extended from parks and playgrounds to include sports grounds, gardens and reserves and they want the smokefree logo included on any new signs that are put in. “It’s about sending the right signals – please don’t smoke in our parks and gardens and don’t

drop your butts in our green spaces. We want to get across the message that our sports grounds exist for the good health and wellbeing of our c om mu n it y – a n d smoking has no place in that,” he said. Councillor Sloan said the students who came along to Council last year with an original approach to making a submission should feel proud that their efforts had an impact and has encouraged councillors t o exp a nd it s no smoking policy.

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By Robbie Parkes The Marlborough Youth Orchestra is undertaking Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-flat major and will be performing in 2 months time, but they still do not have the numbers. Currently there are about 13 musicians in the Orchestra, but around 31 are ideally needed to play the piece to its full extent. “For the actual concert we have to have a functioning orchestra,” said Barbara Song, the Orchestra’s musical director. “In Beethoven’s time it was a big orchestra.” She said she would still like to have 8 violins, 4 cellos, 2 horns, 2 bassoons, 4 flutes, 2 clarinets, 2 oboes, a timpani drum and 2 violas. “The music’s there but no one is there to play it.” She said that the Orchestra leans towards younger levels, but this piece requires a lot of skill so anyone of any age with those talents is welcome to join. “It would be fantastic if there are people out there who would like to join us,” said Youth Orchestra Committee member Alison Fields. She said that opportunities like this do not often come up, especially when

this amount of talent is hard to come by at any one time. “We have the opportunity at the moment to do something well in excess of what we do,” she said. Also known as the Emperor Concerto, the 40 minute piece is difficult by any standard. “The music is extremely challenging,” said Barbara. “I guess it’s a great opportunity for the junior kids to actually stretch their technical skills and musicality.” The idea to do the piece was originally Todd Smith’s, the concerto’s conductor. “It’s a challenge, it’s what I need,” he said. On putting that performance on his fellow musicians, he said they were a bit reserved about attempting the 40 minute piece. “I think they’re starting to like it and getting used to it.” Nick Suminski, Todd’s classmate and fellow musician is undertaking one of the piece’s piano solos, as well as playing the Viola in other movements. The performance is pencilled in for June 20. Keen musicians wanting to join can contact either Barbara at barbaras@mbc.school.nz, 027 330 7313 or Alison at Alison.Fields@ openpolytechnic.ac.nz, 021 364 273

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Blenheim boat builder Ron Perano says fundraising efforts to send himself and a crew of Marlborough Boys’ College rowers to London for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee boat pageant are continuing as he comes close to reaching his financial goal. Ron’s replica whaleboat Swiftsure is New Zealand’s only boat rowing in the pageant on June 3. The boat has already been shipped and is in transit for London, but back here in Blenheim Ron is running a raffle to raise the final amount needed to send the group. “We are just a wee bit short of funds so we are running a raffle starting tomorrow that will run until May 24. “There are two prizes, two handcrafted coffee tables made by myself. One crafted from mahogany and the other from a slab of walnut and the first prize winner has the first pick,” he says. Raffles cost $2 each and are being sold at Mitre 10 Mega Marlborough, at local supermarkets and at the Warehouse Blenheim store. Ron Perano with his boat Swiftsure 1.

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nz has lost oldest all black All Black legend Sir Fred Allen died last Saturday, aged 92. Also known as The Needle, he was the longest living All Black, playing for the side from 1946 to 1949, and knighted in the 2010 Queen’s Birthday Honours List. Sir Fred was born in Oamaru, educated in Christchurch, and served overseas with the 2nd NZEF during World War 2. After the war he played for Auckland, and then the All Blacks. He went on to coach Auckland and then the All Blacks from 1966 to 1968, winning all 14 tests during that period.

Guinness WoRld RecoRd Invercargill Mayor Tim Shadbolt has smashed the record for the world’s longest television interview. His attempt began on Saturday at midday, and finished 26 hours later. At 12.01pm on Sunday Shadbolt set two other records - the world’s longest broadcast on radio or television, and New Zealand’s longestever broadcast. Viewers watched the live stream around the world, including the United States, Qatar, and Japan. He fuelled himself on pineapple juice.

Let’s celebrate Sign Language Week Story and photo by Annabelle Latz Robyn Carter shares the same wish with the rest of the deaf community in Marlborough. “We just want to have equal access to everything that hearing people take for granted.” This week is New Zealand Sign Language Week. Robyn, 50, a Renwick resident, has used it for 25 years. Sign Language is New Zealand’s third official language. Deaf Aotearoa New Zealand, with more than 2000 members over New Zealand, was formed more than 30 years ago, a major driver behind raising awareness of the deaf community. Robyn said daily tasks; like contacting power and phone companies need to be simplified. Only 20% of all available programmes on television are captioned. “We want to be able to choose what we want to watch, not be guided by what is available.” A letter from Robyn’s phone company recently offered extra broadband, informing her to ring if she did not want it. “I did want to opt out, but I find it very difficult to hear on the phone. This is quite a common practice for large businesses which assume that everyone

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can hear.” Robyn was born with mild hearing loss, which gradually worsened. After a bout of complete deafness, she was fortunate enough to receive a Cochlear implant in her thirties; a device in which 22 electrodes are implanted in a part of her ear called the cochlea. It works via sound being transmitted to the electrodes which takes place on the little hairs inside the cochlea. The brain then translates that sound. Soon after the implant Robyn once tip-toed around her house thinking there was an intruder, but the sound was a dripping tap. “It gave me the best hearing I had ever had in my whole life.” The implant is not an option available for all deaf people. Her first major encounter with the deaf community was in her mid twenties in Auckland, before she had her cochlear implant. “I felt like I had come home. It finally gave me a chance to laugh at myself, we all understood each other.” Modern day technology has been wonderful; firstly the fax machine, then texting and skype. “There is a whole world of deaf humour out there, that is so particular to the deaf community.”

STREET INTENSIVE PROJECT Taylor Crescent and Stephenson Street 22–28 March 2012

Safer Communities Marlborough and the Police would like to thank all of the organisations who were involved with the Street Intensive Project (Clean up) in Taylor Crescent and Stephenson Street. It would not be possible to undertake this project without the assistance received from the following people and groups. Active Dads Programme Assembly of God Church Barnardos Ben Moore Birthright Marlborough Blenheim Metal Recyclers Bread of Life Cancer Society Care Marlborough Carters Container Sales and Leasing Croads Honda and Stihl Shop Dean’s Lifting Dominion Salt Duncan McKenzie – Go Marlborough Elim Church Gideons International GreenFingers Compost Housing NZ Lifeline Lions Club Maataa Waka Animal Control, Health and Social Services

Robyn carter says the invention of text messaging has been wonderful for the deaf community, but everyday tasks like seeking information about phone bills is still very difficult.

Marcel Rood Raupo Riverside Cafe Marlborough District Truancy Marlborough Family Budgeting Service Marlborough Roads Marlborough Turf Professionals Marlborough Youth Transition Mayfield School Mr Green - Brian Milne Mr Green - Dave MacGregor Mr Whippy Nativity Church Neighbourhood Support Marlborough NMDHB Public Health Unit NZ Fire Service Oasis Family Church Redcross Salvation Army Simcox Construction SPCA Sport Tasman Te Hauora o Ngati Rarua Te Rapuora Health Services

Thank you to all of the residents of Taylor Crescent and Stephenson Street for welcoming us into your neighbourhood and for working alongside us to clean up your streets. We are pleased to have provided an opportunity for people to get to know each other better and help build a stronger community.

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Eliminate your E-Waste Story and photo by Annabelle Latz Get rid of your unwanted computer, television, lawn mower, and other unwanted electrical goods in a responsible way. Today the E-Waste Collection Facility will open its doors. It will run for three months, across the road from the Resource Centre on Wither Hill Rd extension. “This is a better alternative, with the added value of recovery, recycling and reusing,” said Solid Waste Manager at Marlborough District Council, Alec McNeil. Alec said the whole intention is to keep some of the goods in circulation, as quality elements like copper, gold, zinc and mercury can be recycled, rather than going to a landfill. During the trial, volumes will be assessed, as will cost and productivity. It will cost between $5 and $15, the same fee as for the Refuse Station. “What we need from the public is

volume support. If you have items that you don’t want, bring them in.” The Facility will be open from 10am -4pm, from Wednesday to Sunday. So far, one more job has been created, and more may be created, depending on volumes and demand. Trevor Sheldon is manager of Metallic Sweeping, contracted on behalf of MDC. He has been busy sorting through electronic goods at the Resource Centre, that from today can go straight to the E-Waste Facility. “I reckon we have gone through 500 computer screens and televisions in four weeks, and probably about three tonnes of other electrical goods like computer towers and laptops.” He said lots of it could be used again, especially motors from washing machines, dryers and dishwashers. Trevor said it is up to the public for this to happen. “It has got to be viable.”

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Sun readers have their say... Q: What is your opinion on the new Ale House coming to Springlands?

Lindsay Green Blenheim It is good that it’s coming to Blenheim. We have enough places for wine.

Lyn Bowman Blenheim It’s a great location. Not all men drink wine so it’ll be good to have some variety. Wine tours for the women and men to the Ale House.

Karen Arnold Blenheim I haven’t heard too much about it. But it sounds like a good thing, we need more variety in Marlborough seeing as we’re so wine orientated.

Guy Young Blenheim It’s great that it will be in Springlands, I won’t have to walk as far to get a beer. It’ll be a nice change from all of the wine in Marlborough as most guys will agree.

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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.

Weather reports Dear Ed, The weather has always been a good talking point and the weekly stats are an important aspect of just how we fared last week and how we are going compared to last year. On enquiry however, I find that over the last few months our readings in ‘The Express” and the weekly summary in the “Midweek” come from Woodbourne and do not include sunshine hours. Could “The Sun” therefore (now with 2 issues weekly) obtain and

Books bubbles galore Paper Plus Blenheim manager Karen Gibb said the Books & Bubbles on Friday night went really well, with over 120 people packed into the store. Everyone enjoyed a night of fun and hilarity. From left: authors and guest speakers Jenny Pattrick, Denyse Saunders, Haley Pitts and host Kerre Woodham at the Blenheim Paper Plus Books & Bubbles .

Alan Todd Blenheim I am quite in favour of it. It’s about time for an Ale house, we have too much wine. However the Centre of Blenheim would have been better than Springlands.

Picton market Dear Editors, A huge thank you to all those who produced the wonderful produce to make the Farmers Market in Picton such a success, we look forward to next season. Thank you, Jean Smart.

Profits not service! publish a weekly weather summary including the important sunshine hours from the Research Centre at Grovetown. The centre is much closer to Blenheim than Woodbourne. The readings will more accurately reflect the town’s stats. By all means include Woodbourne readings as you see fit as they will give a good comparison on just how the two areas can vary. Yours Sincerely, Nigel Perry

Dear Ed, I see NZ Post are going to reduce mail delivery to three days a week. What a banana republic NZ is becoming! The SOE model was designed for profits not service. But it will result in a declining infrastructure. I thought we paid taxes for essential services like mail delivery, health etc? The failure of the SOE is shown by the lethargic, unsmiling “service” at the NZ Post post counters in central Blenheim. Don Coyote

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It has taken him 12 years to win a first placing in Marlborough’s Flat Track Series, so you can imagine the grin on Blenheim motocross rider Mark Noad’s face as he proudly shows Sun reporter Celeste Lodewyk his trophy after last month’s win. Mark took out the top position in the MX2 class in the three round series which ended on Easter weekend. Competing on his Kawasaki KXF 250, the win he puts down to the physical training he had prior to the series. “I’ve competed in this series 12 times and only been able to achieve second and third placings, so I upped my cardio fitness and got better prepared for this year’s series. Fitness was definitely the key,” he laughs. At age 27-years Mark is a regular rider on tracks around Marlborough, spending most winter weekends riding up North Bank or at Golfers World’s track in Riverlands. During the summer he says it’s common for him to put down his tools at work and head straight out for a ride in the evenings. “Riding is something I have grown up with and since the days of hooning around home on our peewee 50 as a kid, it’s grown to be more than just a hobby,” he says. Mark raced in his first competition in 1997 when he joined the Marlborough Motorcycle Club. There he began as an enthusiastic 12-yearold under the watchful eye of father Geoff Noad and mentor Peter Grinter. “Dad has always supported me and even now enjoys travelling away with me when competing. “He was never far away when I needed help fixing my bikes,” Mark laughs. As his confidence and riding ability grew, Mark began competing at a higher level and achieved some great results.

“The most memorable moment would have been riding in the 2002 New Zealand Junior Championship. I finished ninth out of around 100 riders and for my first national level competition, it was a thrill at the time,” he says. Today Mark races for Team Pygmy Racing under the guidance of Peter Grinter. “Peter has shown me heaps of support over the years and I own him a lot. “I also wa nt to tha n k mum, dad and everyone at Marlborough Motorcycle Club for their help over the years,” Mark says. Mark’s skills under the bonnet of a car have come in handy when it comes to repairing and maintaining his bikes. He first joined his parents’ automotive business as an apprentice at age 20-years and is now a fully qualified mechanic at Automotive Solutions Blenheim. “I think I was always going to head this way with dad being a mechanic, and it’s been handy knowing my way around a bike considering how often things break,” he jokes.

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Vivien Mackintosh Amcal Springlands Pharmacy has a new smiling face greeting customers as they pick up prescriptions or browse through the retail area. Vivien Mackintosh has taken over the managerial reins from Benita Anderson and will soon join the company as a shareholder. She relocated from Timaru to join the team before formally taking over at the end of April and says she is thrilled to now be part of the Marlborough community. “I had been looking for an opportunity to become a shareholder in a pharmacy so

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when this arose I was delighted to make the move,” she says. Vivien trained as a pharmacist more than 20-years ago and says it is the retail side she enjoys most. “I have always had an interest in health and after working in a hospital pharmacy I realised I preferred the retail environment,” she says. Amcal Springlands Pharmacy is open seven days a week and in addition to its prescription service, there is a wide range of health and beauty products, a gift line and baby product section. Call in and meet Vivien and her team of friendly staff, located in the Springlands Shopping Centre.

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Lauren Wallace What a successful year it has been for First National residential salesperson Lauren Wallace. Lauren has been named the First National Marlborough and Top of the South Regional Rookie of the Year. The awards were announced last month and have topped off a successful year for Lauren who joined the team at Mark Stevenson First National Real Estate Ltd in July 2010. “I believe these awards are a reflection of my dedication to my clients and their confidence in me, and I would like to thank my

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support team here and at home and everyone who has supported me through buying and selling. Having the local knowledge and ability to match people with their ideal properties is what makes Lauren successful as a salesperson. “Being friendly, open and honest is what gives me the ability to connect with people from all walks of life.” “If you want to find out how much your property could be worth on today’s market, please give me a call.”

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Karen Jennison There are times when the body tells you that it needs help to relieve symptoms from back and neck pain, through to ailments associated with the nervous system. Karen, along with her husband Chris own Marlborough Family Chiropractic on Henry Street, Blenheim where they work to treat a range of complaints in all ages. Karen was once a civil engineer in Alaska before she returned to university and completed her training to become a chiropractor. The family moved to Marlborough nearly

17-years ago and together Karen and Chris have continued on with their valuable work. “What many people may not realise is that a large portion of your nervous system passes through your spine, so it is possible that chiropractic treatment can gently and safely treat a huge range of problems with people from birth through to the elderly,” she says. Chiropractic treatment, referred to as spinal adjustment gently and safely restores normal function to the spinal joints, thereby relieving nerve irritation and allowing the body to restore health. Marlborough Family Chiropractic also provides nutritional counselling for overall health, orthotics to improve postural problems and cranial-sacral treatment for all ages.

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Teresa Daly From designing kitchens to working in one, Teresa Daly has enjoyed her first year in business since opening Codfathers Takeaways on High Street. Teresa and partner Glenn Palatchie relocated to Blenheim almost six years ago looking for a change in lifestyle. “I was designing kitchens while Glenn worked as a cabinet maker, so coming to Blenheim we were looking for a unique opportunity to do something different,” she says. The couple came across the vacant High

Street premises and decided to revamp it to give it a fresh new look. “The location being available really suited our timing and looking back over the past year, Glenn and I have really enjoyed being in business,” she says. With a loyal customer base Teresa and Glenn constantly strive to provide the best service possible. “We have incorporated a variety of options for our customers to cater for all tastes including things like straight and crinkle cut chips, hot dogs and saveloy dogs. “We also ensure that we have a happy and positive working environment so when the customer walks in, they are greeted by smiling faces,” she says.

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Kelly Robertson Renwick woman Kelly Robertson has enjoyed a career working in the early childhood industry for a number of years, so when the opportunity arose to join the Step 2 Growth team she

jumped at the chance. Kelly is the co-ordinator for Step 2 Growth which is a local family owned and operated home-based childcare service owned by Angela Eaton. “I have always enjoyed working with children, it is really rewarding work,” she says. After Kelly’s children had all reached school

age she began looking for an opportunity outside of preschool centres and soon met Angela. “I met with Angela and instantly liked her philosophy and passion for home based early childhood care. “I jumped at the opportunity to work as co-ordinator and have now been with the business for nearly one year,” she says. Kelly’s role includes the administration, monthly visits to educators and is available to help with any questions that educators or families have with home-based childcare. Step 2 Growth currently have educators around Blenheim, providing a 1:4 educator to child ratio and offers affordable care options with 20 hours ECE offered.

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WindoW solutions Deal to pests and keep the warm air in The coming winter months provide a challenge to many homeowners as they battle to keep insects out and the warm air in. This is where Renwick based business MagicSeal can provide the answer with its range of New Zealand designed and made products including secondary glazing, magnetic insect screens and security stays for windows and doors. Owners Rodger and Karen Winter says the benefits of using magnetic insect screens are their easy application, ability to be colour matched to existing joinery, easy corner tabs for pulling the screen off and their flexibility. The screen adheres to the perimeter of the fixed window frame on the inside of the window and does not restrict the view. The screens are held in place by MagicSeal’s unique Magnetic Sealing System and are custom made to fit each individual window by Rodger. In preparation for winter, Rodger and Karen have been busy providing quotes and installing their MagicSeal Secondary Glazing in homes throughout Marlborough. This cost effective and easy-toinstall product combines established double glazing principals with its unique magnetic sealing system

to achieve cost effective acoustic and thermal insulation for existing windows. The way MagicSeal works is a UV stabilised acrylic sheet is fitted to the inside of an existing window and held in place using MagicSeal’s magnetic system. This traps a layer of still air between the pane of glass and acrylic sheet reducing heat loss, condensation, noise as well as blocking out up to 90 percent of UV light. And because MagicSeal is a proud, locally owned business – Rodger provides free no-obligation quotes to every area of Marlborough and is happy to provide a room by room service.

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Here are some tips for great window treatments, and all in time for a brand new season. Lighten up: Allowing natural light into the kitchen and shared family spaces is essential. Choose current colours: Visit the decorating specialists at Guthrie Bowron on Seymour Street and browse through their stunning range of fabrics. Don’t be shy to mix colours, textures and tones to create a modern new look. Soften light in the kitchen: This can be easily achieved by using simple wood blinds or woven wood Create some soft curves by hanging textured and ruffled drapes shades which will help to filter the light on your windows. without looking too heavy. Accentuate curves: You can do this by hanging pleated curtains, texWith today’s modern furnishings there are a lot of tured drapes with textures which depict movement straight lines and squared off corners. or simply ruffle your existing curtains to create a By introducing some soft curves will create a different look. stunning visual effect.

Open your home with bi-folds Bi-fold windows and doors are a fantastic choice to open up a large space and allow uninterrupted views and fresh air. By opening up your home with a bi-fold window or door you are essentially bringing the outside in, maximising your living and entertainment areas. Kitchens can become a caféstyle servery for relaxed dining on the deck, or a family room can become an entertaining area opening up to a deck. Talk to your local joinery professionals today about options available for your home. Bi-fold windows and doors are a fantastic way to open your home up and create a larger space.

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Knowing who to talk to about having a home birth would help women feel more confident when planning their own. This is why mother and qualified midwife Olivia Doonan has chosen to help form ‘Home Birth Support Marlborough’ to provide a reference for women/whanau who are interested in home birth. Olivia gave birth to her 11month old son Amiri in a home water birth and says at the time she didn’t know anyone with their own experience to talk to. “Because I felt I didn’t know of anyone to talk to, I feel it’s important to provide Marlborough women with information and support so they know what their options are,” she says. Home Birth Support Marlborough is being officially launched this Saturday which coincides with the International Day of the Midwife. At the launch there will be a screening of ‘Face of Birth’, a new documentary that has recently been released. A $15 door donation is encouraged as money raised will be going toward a gas califont which will be used to heat water in birthing pools, though any donation will be gratefully accepted. Anyone is welcome to attend the launch which begins with afternoon tea from 2:30pm and screening begins 3:30pm at the Woodbourne Community Hall.

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ORCHARD: Bruce and Jenn are pleased to announce the safe arrival of Hudson Alan on April 19, 2012. Special thanks to the Theatre and Maternity Staff. Mother and qualified midwife Olivia Doonan with her son Amiri (11 months) is helping to launch a Home Birth Support Marlborough group.

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BATTY/PRIDDLE: Lee and Anna are excited to announce the safe arrival of Ryan Alexander, a little brother to Aiden, born on 26 April. Weighing 3.22kg (7lb 1oz). Thank you to Gwen and all the staff at ward one

WAITE-kELLY: Alicia and Leighton are pleased to announce the safe arrival of Joseph Charles, born on ANZAC Day 2012 at 7:09am, at Wairau hospital. A little brother for Ezra and proud Nana holding baby. (8lb 4.5oz)

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Sudhir Kumar Duppati (right) took his teaching role at Marlborough Boys’ College to a practical level on Wednesday. His Live Art performance was called ‘Devolution #5’, which attempted to transcend cultures in search of common understanding about ‘being’ a human. “My concerns about ‘presence’ and ‘being’ within a cultural context became significant to my performance,” he said. Sudhir works in the Visual Art Department at the College. He said the contradictory nature of human existence is in constant tension between its universal transcendent nature and its added social and cultural values. Sadhir said it makes this world into a paradoxical theatre.

Funds raised Who would have thought that making a cast of one’s breasts would become a successful fundraising idea? This was what a group of seven women did recently at a fun fundraising night held at the Trout Hotel. Trout Hotel co-owner Karen Cresswell was one of these women and said the casts turned out to be real ‘works of art’.Bidding for the seven breast casts was enthusiastic amongst patrons and $2000 was Trout Hotel co-owner Karen Cresswell hands raised and donated to the Simply over a cheque for $2000 to Simply the Breast Dragon Boat chairperson Coralie Holdaway. the Breast Dragon Boat team.

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Seafood Filo Parcels (makes 6) This recipe is so quick and easy to make. 250 grms cream cheese 1 tbsp sweet chilli sauce Small handful dried apricots (chopped) 2 diced zucchini 2 small fillets white finfish steamed (any kind will do) 100grms feta cheese ½ cup surimi 1 tbsp lemon juice ¼ cup finely chopped parsley 4 medium mush rooms (diced) Small handful of diced cooked mussels Filo pastry (4 sheets per filo parcel) Cook off the mushrooms and zucchini first. In a bowl combine all of the ingredients and mix thoroughly. Place one sheet of filo pastry flat on the table and brush with melted butter, repeat the process 3 more times, layering the pastry on top of each other. Spoon a sixth of the mixture to one end of the filo, and then fold the filo (tucking in the ends). Place the rolled filo’s in a pre-heated oven on fan bake for 15-20 minutes or until the pastry has turned a golden colour. Serve with a fresh garden salad, with some dill sauce on the side.

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A flair for flowers There will be hats, wall displays, clothes, and flower displays making their way to Nelson this week. Floral Art is art of any form, to do with flowers. Cheryl Greer is one of 12 Marlborough representatives taking part in the Flora Art Society New Zealand Conference and AGM, which goes from today until Friday. “I’ve been doing it for 12 years now, I just love the flowers, the colour, and the people.” Marlborough has one of the biggest groups of floral artists in New Zealand. “People here just love their gardens and flowers and art,” said Cheryl. She said having an eye for colour and design is a big help, but anybody can learn.

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 Marlborough District Councillors, David Dew and Terry Sloan attending the official opening of Stadium 2000. Both said it was great to see such a state-of-the-art facility open in Blenheim.

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d about nwick School out an  Students from Re of the Marlborough Lines ing for the official open rday morning. tu Sa on 00 20 ium Stad  Sam Wallace and Hamish Thomas at the official opening of Stadium 2000. Sam presented the Breakfast show for the Saturday morning opening while Hamish’s wife Anna runs the Stadium’s new physiotherapy clinic.

 Cindy Begg and friends made the trip from down south for the Creative Fibre Festival at the Marlborough Clubs.

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 Maureen Stevens and Janice Hart learning to felt flowers as part of the Cre ative Fibre Festival at the Marlborough Clubs.

 Judy Willetts and Colleen Ness enjoying a day out at the Creative Fibre Festival on the weekend.

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Open 1st & 3rd Saturdays every month. 11.00am -

1pm. Stonewood Homes Office, 68 High Street. Free Christian healing prayer available to anyone. Phone 578 9704

Hospice Shop

Lemons wanted. Help raise money for your Hospice by donating lemons to the Hospice Shop Redwoodtown. Thank you

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.

People’s Sunday Market

Queen St Carpark 10am - 2pm. Space available $5 Site. Eggs, Jam, Books, Plants, Crafts, Produce, Jewellery, OliveOil.

Housie

Monday’s 7pm Woodbourne tavern - Renwick fundraiser for Renwick Marching Club.

Housie Thursdays

7pm Blenheim Bowling Club, Weld Street. 40 houses, 2 super houses, 2 silent lines. Raffles and loads of food. Proceeds to Te Rerenga o Te Ra

Senior Chef

Another course of Senior Chef is about to begin. 15th, 16th May for over 65s. if your interested in learning how to stay well nourished and have fun doing so, contact age concern. 579 3457

Sheets ‘n’ Things

good used linen for sale! Open Monday to Friday 9.00am - 12 noon at Bread of Life, 14b Stephenson Street (opp Boys College) Phone: 577-5423.

St Christophers Goodwill

Monthly sale, good used clothes, books, toys, household goods this Friday. The Church Hall, Weld St (opp Countdown) 9-12noon. Great bargains available

The Blue Door

is open Monday to Friday 9.00am - 3.30pm. Saturday 9.00am - 2pm. Item surplus to your requirements we would gladly accept. We can deliver. Phone 5794353.

CROSSWORD

community services Marlborough After Hours GP Ser vices: Wairau Hospital campus, after 6pm. Reception 5206377. Office 5209980. Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non urgent 579 4870. After Hours Chemists: Springlands Pharmacy 9am-6pm 7 days Ph 5782271. Diabetes NZ Marlborough: 5775549, Office hours Tues,Wed,Thurs 9am3pm. Lifeline Marlborough: 0800 543 354, 24hr helpline. Marlborough Women's Refuge, Rape and Sexual Abuse Resource Centre: Crisis line, phone Wairau Hospital 520 9999, for Women's Refuge contact numbers. Overeaters Anonymous: Red Cross Rooms, 33 Redwood St. For more information Ph 570 5137 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 Cilla 570 5335.

Alzheimers Society Marlborough: 577 6172, 8 Wither Rd, Mon,Wed,Fri 9am-4pm / Tue, Thurs 9.30-3pm. 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 579 4870. Chemist:Picton Healthcare Pharmacy. Ph 573 6420 Mon -Fri 9-6pm, Sat-Sun 9-3pm, Queen Charlotte Pharmacy 573 7927 Sat 9-1pm.

MUTCH, John: Passed a w a y, p e a c e f u l l y, o n April 28, 2012 at Hospice Marlborough. Dearly loved husband and friend of Gillian, loved and respected father and father-in-law of Stephen and Fiona, Suzi and Chris, and Stuart and Christine. Loved grandfather of all his grandchildren. He will be very sadly missed and always in our thoughts. Messages to the Mutch Family, c/- PO Box 110, Blenheim 7240. No flowers by request please, however d o n at i o n s to H o s p i c e Marlborough, for their loving care, would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to PO Box 411, Blenheim 7240. A service for John will be held at the Union Parish Church, Broadway, Picton at 11.30am on Thursday May 3, followed by a private interment at Fairhall Cemetery. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

SNELL, Dianne Norma (nee Hope): On April 26, 2012, peacefully, at home in Blenheim. Aged 69 years. Dearly loved and devoted wife of the late Keith, treasured mother and mother-in-law of Andrea, and

Jonathan and Jo (Norfolk Island), adored Nana of Croyden Keith and Timi Grace. Much loved daughter of the late Roger and Daphne Hope, loved sister of Ray Colwill. Messages to the Snell Family, c/- PO Box 110, Blenheim 7240. At Dianne’s request, a private cremation has been held and Andrea and Jonathan will take Dianne’s ashes back to Norfolk Island. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

STOCKLEY, Rosemary R u t h : P a s s e d a w a y, peacefully, surrounded by her family, on April 28, 2012 at Ashwood Park Retirement Village. Aged 72 years. Dearly loved wife of Jim for 53 years, dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Anne and the late Eric Robinson, David Stockley, Margaret Stockley, and the late Ashley Stockley. Dearly loved Nana and Great Grandma of all her grandchildren. Loved sister of David and Nicky Farrant, Bill Farrant, Cathy Lyon, and the late Bob Farrant. M e s s ag e s to 12 N ew

Renwick Road, Blenheim 7201.

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

acknowledgement

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By Russell McQuarters

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SOLUTION

For April 2012 For For August April25, 9, 18, 2003 2004

Crossword a bit 79 Market Street, Blenheim • Phone: 577 9644

The Sun

Wednesday May 2, 2012 public notice

health

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engagement

DENTURES Advanced Prosthetic Treatment. Premium Dentures. Natural looks thanks to digital precision at Blenheim Denture Studio. 71 Alfred Street. Ph 578 4344

16 S P E E D Avant i Sprint Road Bike. Excellent condition. $280. Phone 578 8668 CHEST of Drawers with a mirror. Good condition. $50. Phone 578 8239.

2 BEDROOM house to share Rarangi Beach with 60yr young yank and Jack Russell. We're gone 80% of time. Ron 022 137 3344 $130.00 pw non smoking.

B I N T- B O W R O N : Duncan and Tineke are excited to share their engagement with family and friends.

EAR Health. Removal of Ear Wa x using microscope & suction. For an appointment Ph 578 8310 Physiotherapy Centre, 11 Francis St. F O R E VA F I T For enquiries about ongoing Health courses contact eva@evafit.co.nz or Ph 03 572 9180 MOLE checks - for a thorough skin check using dermoscopy. Call the Skin Clinic 578 1665.

decorator

Painting? Decorating?

WHITE CHIP & white rocks. Ideal for pebble gardens, paths, driveways. Phone Thomson 575 6885 CARVED Oak Superb Loung e Suite, Oak Hall table, etc, just in. Souchebys Antiques Ph 5796046, 50 Grove Road, Blenheim FURNITURE stock arrived. Large and Small. Lasting quality @ Souchebys Antiques Phone 5796046, 50 Grove Road, Blenheim

SPRINgLANDS 3 Bedroom house /1 Bathroom / Separate toilet. Log fire with wet back, dishwasher. Large d ou b l e g ar ag e an d double carport. Fullyfenced section. Wood Shed. Quiet cul-de-sac by reserve. Very close to MGC/10 minutes walk to Springlands School and Supermarket. No Smoking/no pets. Suit family or negotiable. $330.00pw. Phone 578 6873 after 5.00pm.

house for sale

vehicles for sale 19 95 PEUgEOT , very tidy inside and out, fantastic economy car. $1950 ono 573 8058 or 027 241 6915

Wanted dead or alive

Any cars, vans, utes, 4x4’s Cash paid Free pick up Ph 027 766 7105

An Invitation BIBLE DISCUSSION & FELLOWSHIP

Do it right!

• Wallpapering • Waterblasting • Painting and much more

public notice

Merv Scott Decorating

CLOWN FUN! Pom-Pom entertains with bubbles, balloons and magic.

Phone Merv 0800 Do it Up (0800 36 4887) or 021 669 666

Ph 577 7393

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Creative Movement and Dance Classes

Led by Leanne Young

Grad. Dip. Movement and Dance (Melb) Wednesdays 6:15pm For 5-12yrs old Cost: $40 per term

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Murray and Carolyn’s home 9 Weld Street, Blenheim

7.30pm

To Register Contact: Leanne 027 3613981 or 5775965 or St. Ninian’s Office 5788895

Wednesday 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th May 2012 Enquiries: Allan or Esther 579 6106 or John 022 680 7705

accommodation TE RAWA RESORT Wilson Bay,Pelorus Sound.Restaurant & Bar. Right at the waters edge, Accommodation, Shop, On & O f f Licence, Petrol on wharf, LPG & moorings. Private functions & small conferences. Phone 03 579 8285 www.terawa.co.nz

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Advertise your property in our Public Notices for $20.00 + gst. Just supply a photo and wording. Phone 577 7868 OR email:classifieds@ blenheimsun.co.nz

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SaLeS

We require deliverers in Blenheim for permanent runs. Our paper is delivered once a week on Wednesdays. Must be reliable and honest.

Book your space now in our Friday Sun garage Sale Column! Phone 5777 868

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GENERATORS

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Williams Service Centre

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We service all Commercial Kitchen & Laundry equipment. Local agent for Starline Dishwashers.

Ph: 579 4445 www.cmelectrical.co.nz

Sheffield Street Riverlands Estate Blenheim

Ph 578 9590

�� Landscaping

DAVID ROBINSON

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Wednesday May 2, 2012

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VINEYARD MANAGER / VITICULTURIST REQUIRED

RestauRant + WinebaR

Waitperson

Helicopter Patrols Marlborough Lines will be undertaking helicopter patrols over their 11/33kV Network as part of its vegetation maintenance program. Flights will take place between 7 and 25 May inclusive and will be weather dependant. Please contact Marlborough Lines on 03 577 7007 if further information is required. Thank you

VINEYARD MANAGER / VITICULTURIST REQUIRED Allan Scott Family Winemakers requires an experienced Vineyard Manager or Viticulturist who will have a hands on approach to the day to day running of all our vineyards. You must have previously worked in the industry, qualifications would be an advantage but not essential. The successful applicant will work within a team environment and must demonstrate strong competency in all areas of vineyard operation including: • Management of day to day operations • Ability to supervise contractors • Macinery work and equipment maintenance • Pest and disease control • Chemical handling and spray application • Have a solid understanding of Sustainable Winegrowing Please send CV and covering letter to sara@allanscott.co.nz in the first instance.

If you are experienced, enthusiastic, customer focused with an outgoing personality and have the ability to work within our dedicated team, then we would like to hear from you. Shifts vary and will include days, nights, weekends, public holidays and may involve some split shifts. Email CV to lynley@chateaumarlborough.co.nz or send to Lynley Mckinnon, General Manager , Chateau Marlborough, PO Box 921, BLENHEIM

Marlborough Girls’ College

ASSISTANT TEACHER ENGLISH Fixed-term 2012 -Full Time Start date May 25 We require a motivated, innovative and enthusiastic teacher. A commitment to the college’s on-going development of best practice teaching strategies, high academic standards, restorative practice and the college’s extra curricular programme is essential.

SEAVIEW HOME Are Night Duty - Part time you a true local?

Applicants must be fully conversant with the NZ Curriculum and must be NZ registered.

We are seeking a well motivated, experienced carer for the above position. Must be prepared to take responsibility for 28 residents.

Applications close 4pm, May 7, 2012 Enquiries to the Prinicipal Phone 520 8456

Allan Scott Family Winemakers requires an experienced Vineyard Manager or Viticulturist who will have a hands on approach to the day to day running of all our vineyards. You must have previously worked in the industry, qualifications would be an advantage but not essential. The successful applicant will work within a team environment and must demonstrate strong competency in all areas of vineyard operation including: • Management of day to day operations • Ability to supervise contractors • Macinery work and equipment maintenance • Pest and disease control • Chemical handling and spray application • Have a solid understanding of Sustainable Winegrowing Please send CV and covering letter to sara@allanscott.co.nz in the first instance.

Application packs are available on request from the Principal’s Secretary. Email: princip@mgc.school.nz

Hours 12 midnight - 8am 4 on - 4 off

Interested persons please phone The Manager 03 573 6027 A job description is available on request

Bush Worker Wanted One of our experienced team is coming back to Nelson to work and we are looking for his replacement.

Find out what’s going on in your region...

To fill his boots, the successful applicant will have the following: • • • • • • • •

be a qualified breaker-outer have had experience in a hauler crew, i.e roping in blocks, block/rope shifts, etc have manual processing experience be a qualified and experienced pre-faller be familiar with operating a hauler be a good team player have safe and efficient work practices Immediate start possible

We support on-going training and run an effective Drug and Alcohol Policy as part of our company’s Health and Safety policy. Contact:

Community Dietitian Full Time Position Marlborough PHO is seeking a New Zealand Registered Dietitian to work with people in Marlborough to provide advice, support and interventions to help people make healthier lifestyle choices. The Community Dietitian works with individuals, groups, communities and primary health care providers to provide effective interventions for people in Marlborough. The role has a specific focus on working with people who are at risk of, or who already live with long term chronic conditions. The successful applicant will be a NZ Registered Dietitian. The role would suit an experienced Dietitian. Alternatively mentoring and supervision are available to support a new graduate or a Dietitian in the early years of their career.

It’s all inside Marlborough’s truly local newspaper.

Lifestyle Logging Limited Carolyn Stilwell 03 541 8580 or email:stilwell@callsouth.net.nz

The role reports to the Community Services Manager and is based at the PHO offices in Blenheim. For more information about the position please contact: Amaroa Katu amaroak@marlboroughpho.org.nz or phone (03) 520 6260 For a copy of the job description or to apply please contact: Ange Henry-Gifford angehg@marlboroughpho.org.nz or phone (03) 520 6200 Applications close Friday 11 May 2012

Plumbing Sales Team Member Permanent Part Time – 16 hours – Sunday & Monday Mitre10 MEGA is looking for someone with a passion for retail & customer service! We need a dynamic person within our Retail Sales Team at our locally owned and operated store. Our vacancy is Sunday & Monday in our Plumbing Department – we need an energetic go-getter who is ready to learn! Reliability is a must and a little flexibility would help as well and being able to work the weekends. You’ll be able to think on your feet and have a positive attitude. You will also know the importance of quality customer service and strive to deliver it every time. Reliable transport to work is a must. So, if you think you have what it takes to be our new Sales Team Member – then please send your application to Jane Roberts at jane.roberts@mitre10.co.nz. A background in Plumbing would be preferred but is not essential. Please quote PL02 on your application. Jane Roberts, HR Mitre10 MEGA Marlborough PO Box 67, Blenheim 7240

Community Clinical Pharmacy Facilitator Part Time Position - 20 hours per week Marlborough PHO is seeking an experienced pharmacist to work as the PHO’s Pharmacy Facilitator. The Facilitator will focus on working with practitioners directly and indirectly to: • ensure prescribing in Marlborough is cost effective and meets Best Practice requirements • assist with implementation of the New Zealand National Pharmacy services contract in Marlborough Work will be with individuals, groups and with primary health care systems. Cultural competencies and understanding of health inequalities are essential. The successful applicant will be a Registered Pharmacist with 5 years post graduate experience including experience in primary care. Experience and qualifications in Clinical Pharmacy are desirable. The role reports to the Chief Executive and is based at the PHO offices in Blenheim. Flexible hours will be agreed with the appointee. For more information about the position please contact: Christine Smith Chief Executive Officer christines@marlboroughpho.org.nz Ph:(03) 520 6200 For a copy of the job description or to apply please contact: Ange Henry-Gifford angehg@marlboroughpho.org.nz or phone (03) 520 6200 Applications close Friday 11 May 2012

Primary Care Project Manager

Part Time Position – 0.5FTE (20hrs per week) Marlborough PHO is seeking a Project Manager with health experience to provide project management support for the Chief Executive and senior team. The role is part of the PHO’s senior team. The position requires a person with a good understanding of health funding and relationships with a focus on health care integration. Key duties include: Supporting the PHO CEO and Senior team to explore and work up integration opportunities in Marlborough and the wider Nelson Marlborough DHB catchment area. Project managing local projects which improve the health of Marlborough’s people The successful applicant will have: • project management skills and qualifications • experience in establishing and developing services based on excellent documentation and relationships • ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of health professionals and administrators • experience working in primary care especially in general practice environments would be an advantage. The role reports to the Chief Executive and is based at the PHO offices in Blenheim. Flexible hours will be agreed with the appointee. For more information about the position please contact: Christine Smith Chief Executive Officer christines@marlboroughpho.org.nz Ph:(03) 520 6200 For a copy of the job description or to apply please contact: Ange Henry-Gifford angehg@marlboroughpho.org.nz or phone (03) 520 6200 Applications close Friday 11 May 2012

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Wednesday May 2, 2012

Cycling Nationals this week The 2012 RaboDirect National Club Road Championships will be happening in the Hawkes Bay Region, from this Thursday May 3 until Sunday May 6.

Marlborough will be well represented up there, including riders Martin Fletcher and Brodie Catterick.

Ph546 5785012 6134 Redwood Street Ph - 59- 33 Parkers Rd, Tahunanui Hockey Marlborough's year 3 and 4's kick off the hockey season on Monday afternoon.

Hockey season underway By Robbie Parkes The hockey season kicked off on Monday and for Hockey Marlborough it looks to be a big season. “It’s all starting to get underway,” said development officer Brent Edwards. “We’ve pretty much got something on every day.” The Club had a few musters to start the season and a few open

days, and Brent said that they have probably seen about a 10% increase in players. “Overall, we definitely have another increase in players,” he said. “About 90 five and six year olds, which is really cool.” “I’m sure we’ll pick up a few more.” The club will have two teams playing in the Nelson Premiere

Duathlon at Wither Hills Course options vary; Run 2.5 km, bike 8 km, run 1km; Run 2.5 km, bike 16 km, run 2.5 km; Run 5 km, bike 20 km, run 5 km. (All distances are approximates only, Mountain bike category in all races, Team entries welcome) Start and Finish: Wither Hills Car park. Mountain bikes welcome. Registration: 9.30am Briefing: 9.45am Start: 10.00am. Children/ Students: $2; Adults and Teams: $15; Members MTMSC: $10 Roads are not closed. Competitors compete at their own risk.

Riding for the Disabled would like more help Marlborough Riding for the Disabled has 75 clients, and 27 volunteers. In The Sun newspaper on Friday the article stated 75 volunteers. The organisation would love to hear from anyone who would be interested in helping out. For more information, phone the office 578 3051. And visit www.rda.org.nz for further information.

League. The men and women’s teams will head north for national tournaments later in the year. A lot of the bigger events will happen further on in the year, including a couple of national tournaments and a big competition here in Marlborough that will include the Marlborough Girls team.

Fewer birds race in weekend Due to inclement weather forcasted the Blenheim Pigeon club held a sprint race from Kekerengu on Saturday a distance of 68km, with 4 lofts flying a total of 27 birds. Birds were released in strong blustery conditions at 9.45 am with the first bird home at 11.17.45 1st Morrins Hollow velocity 737.853 M/M, 2nd S. Morrison velocity 731.340 M/M 3rd J Webb velocity 679.559 M/M 4th J Mcilroy 654.976 velocity M/M. Next weeks race will be flown from Christchurch.

Ex-service golf tournament 2013 The ex-servicemen from Marlborough who attended the golf tournament in Burnham last month want to spread the word of the fantastic weekend. And they also want to share their admiration of the National Army Museum in Waiouru. It is New Zealand’s most comprehensive Army Museum for access to a unique collection of military exhibits, memorabilia and public research material. For more information about the museum, or being part of next year’s golf tournament in Burnham, phone Arnold Newman, 578 1453.

The Sun

Wednesday May 2, 2012

Celebrate our nurses Marlborough will celebrate Nurses Day on May 14 Story and photo by Annabelle Latz Claire Heng graduated from Nursing College four years ago, but is continuing with her studies. The 24 year-old, originally from Picton, has been practicing nursing for 18 months, and has recently taken the position of Clinical Nurse Leader at The Wairau Community Clinic. Over the next few years she will complete her Masters Degree, with an eventual goal is to be a nurse practitioner; the highest level of qualification a nurse can reach. “It’s challenging, it’s really hard work, but it’s paying off already.” Friday May 11 is Nurses Day in New Zealand, and Marlborough will celebrate it on May 14. The theme is Bridging the Gap, with a focus on creating a flow between the public and medical facilities, to ensure medical help is more easily received. She said the shortage of General Practitioners in Blenheim has made her job a very rewarding one. “The GP’s in Blenheim are ‘chocca

Wairau Community Clinic nurse Claire Heng says studying for a Masters degree while working is rewarding and enjoyable, and encourages other nurses to do the same.

bloc’, so it’s nice to be able to nurse the patients who haven’t been able to enrol.” The Clinic has only been open for a month, and 450 patients have already enrolled. “That’s really what we are about, meeting the needs of the community.” When Claire was 19 years-old her mum died, after a long battle with illness. She remembers the amazing job of the nurses. “I want to help people in the same way they helped me.” Claire said the general public perception is that nurses are ‘doctors’ hand maids.’ “We have our own field, and are able to provide a lot of the services that people need in primary health care.” Claire urges nurses to keep training and studying, in order to keep the profession at a high standard. “I’m proud of myself, and I know mum would be proud of me too.”

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